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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1936
Page
4
Evelyn Keith confronts Dorothea over infidelity rumors and mothers’ duties while Dorothea resents home life and social restrictions. Evelyn recalls Stewey’s ignored calls, faces parental judgment, and contemplates leaving town as family strains mount during a tense evening.
Reader is invited to obtain pattern 2 for a wall panel embroidery. It includes 15x20 inch transfer designs with two colors and key materials. Request to send 1 or 2 cent stamps and include pattern number name and address to the Need to crash Department in San Antonio.
Evelyn confronts Peter Failey after sneaking into his office, convinced he will approve of her affair and his response foils her plan. The scene shifts through flirtation, power dynamics, and a looming unresolved quarrel as the couple drama continues.
The article argues that modern wives bring postwar experience to managing households. It praises thrift, efficiency, careful shopping, and gracious behavior while noting capable women in offices rarely reach top positions, implying a wife’s role as equal partner at home.
Dear Miss Fairfax writes of a failed marriage ending in divorce, a five year old son, and a longing for partnership. She notes her husband remarried, drinks, and offers no alimony while she works to support herself and child, asking if she can intervene legally.
A old fashion note discusses hair styling to suit neck shapes and back length. It suggests hair looks best when cut high or low depending on the neck, and advises readers to use a double mirror to communicate wishes to the barber. The piece notes calffures remain unfinished but offers guidance for rear styling.
Advertises pattern 9914 for a blithe frock with Taglan sleeves and delicate yoke. Describes materials voile or crepe, sizes 14 through 42, yardage for size 18, and adds pattern book with fashion ideas. Send 15 cents per pattern and details to order via the San Antonio Light.
A nutrition piece discusses using cheese with starchy foods for economical meals. It lists recipes such as Bean Cheese Loaf Macaroni with Ratbit and Cheese, Macaroni with Beer Ratbit, Cheese Mushroom Fondue, and served sides like green salad and French dressing.
A series of questions about manners. Guidance urges hospitality toward the brother's wife, suggests inviting her to a Sunday dinner to integrate her into the family, and notes the groom's family should make first contact. Also answers on prom attire and walking etiquette advise a dinner jacket or dark suit and proper guidance without touching a woman's arm.
An advertisement touts Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a dual remedy that destroys malaria parasites in the blood and builds up blood iron. It claims safety for children and wide availability in drug stores with pricing and size details.
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