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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1947

Page

16

Weddings and parties mark June brides to be in Texas

Three parties filled the date books for June brides with events at a Kyle ranch home and in a home setting. Jeanne Keating and Lt. Robert Carton were honored at a spend-the-day event with games and a barbecue luncheon. Charlotte Whitfield and Tom Hogan were feted at a buffet breakfast, with a later buffet supper for Bettie Grons and Jack Dudley Cooper. Guests included members of the wedding party and relatives, with preparations for upcoming nuptials at the National Geographic staffer’s wedding.

Houghton Phillips Kyle Jeanne Keating Robert Carton William Courtney Charlotte Whitfield Tom ¥. Holgan Jy Ray P. Whitfield Reeves Whitley Smith Jr I Whitley Smith Mias Bettie Grons Hance Jack Dudley Cooper Anne Groos Mary Falk Virginia Holmgreen Emylou Spears John Fite Noa Spears JP John Cooper Beverly Rowe Chupa McLernon John Groos

Mrs Spencer Ends Visit Across Cities

Mrs Spencer completes a visit in the east before returning to her hosts Mr and Mrs Raymond Wire and later travels to New York City as a guest at the Hampshire House. Her stay in Washington and connections with well known house guests are noted.

Richard Frenel Spencer Petunia Suirday Washington Raymond Wire New York City Hampshire House

Newlyweds in San Antonio Bride and Groom Honored

Catherine Marnoch and Simon P. Vistuba wed in a ceremony at the National Shrine of the Lie Flower officiated by Rev. Danoell. Attendants included Gabriel Marmoch Jr. as groomsman and Miss Susanna Vis Lua as maid of honor. The couple planned a return trip to New Orleans and Alabama with a reception hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Campbell.

Simon P. Vistuba Gahriel Wy, Marmoch Jr Russel L. Campbell Susanna Vis Lua Janine Vistoria Forrest Campbell

Betrothal Announced in Brownwood

Mr and Mrs J M Iowman of Brownwood announce the engagement of their daughter La Verne to Harold J Dilashaw Jr son of Mrs Hessie Dillashaw of this city The wedding is set for June 22 at Central Methodist Church Brownwood The bride led graduating from Comanche High School and has completed her junior year at Dallas Baker College Her fiancé is a Brownwood resident and plans to make his home there

J. M. Iowman Brownwood la Verne Harold J. Dilashaw Jr Hessie Dillashaw Central Methodist Church Comanche High School Dalit Baker College Lance Edison High School University of Texas

Miss Murrah Visitor in Los Angeles This Week

Miss Murrah arrived Saturday from New York and will stay in the city with plans to be hosted at the Gunter hotel. Marion Levis was elected president of the Junior Hadassah at a recent dinner in the Manor, with officers including Leah Shapiro Helen Shacket Lorena Levy Betty Fierman Areda Kavy Pauline Olive and Sylvia Slayner.

Murrah L.A Marion Levis Hadassah Leah Shapiro Helen Shacket Lorena Levy Betty Fier- Man Areda Kavy Pauline Olive Sylvia Slayrner Apr Sev Beantararms

Sewing patterns offered with easy fits and sizes

Lazy day sewing and synnydiay wear patterns W377 and S577 promise simple steps for a bow chair style. Sizes 12 through 20 offered in stripes or plain fabric. Send 25 cents, name, address, style, number to The San Antonio Light Pattern Dept. Also new Marian Martin Summer pattern book for 15 extra cents with a free child’s pattern inside.

San Antonio Tex Marian Martin Homer

Social Calendar Highlights Misses Whittirl and Groos

Tuesday social calendar lists a breakfast honoring Miss Charlotte Whittirl bride elect and a home gathering in honor of Miss Bettie Groos also described as bride elect. Further notes mention Miss Mary Falk as coffer in her home.

Lois Wirkpatick Charlotte Whittirl Mary Falk Bettie Groos

Dr Edwards Aids Constipation With Olive Pills

A historical note describes Dr Edwards offering constipation relief with Dr Eadwarde Olive pills now sold widely. The item mentions Olive pills, dosage directions, and related product branding in a period style, noting general availability and consumer interest. The text preserves the era’s marketing tone and product naming without depicting medical efficacy.

Edwards

Brussels Bride Weds in Berlin After Nazi Labor Toll

Regina van de Vloet of Brussels and Paris and Donald H. Ryan of Petersburg wed in Berlin on June 3. Marjorie B. Ashley, a local bridesmaid and Military Personnel officer OMGUS, attended. The bride, liberated from bondage labor after the Allied advance, later worked for a military government agency in Berlin. Guests recall a lively party with paintings by R. J. Allen and Walter Duney, who performed piano and songs including Roaming Romeo.

Mile Regina van de Vloet Brussels Belgium Paris France Donald H. Ryan Petersburg Berlin Marjorie B. Ashley OMGUS Germany Maria Donnaux Europe Harry Swearingen Princeton Pat Sweatingens Canada R. J. Allen Walter Duney Dolly Gray Walter Romeo

Barbecue Hosts Visit from Pittsfield and Shiveraport

The McCluer porch and terrace hosted a Sunday evening barbecue for visiting guests including Mr. and Mrs. Glenn C. Smith of Pittsfield and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Mamen. The Smiths are visiting Lt. Col. and Mrs. J. M. Scott. other guests included the Himmonls, Mr. and Mrs. RL. Britsenhan, Mr. and Mrs. Binhe Williams, and Mr. and Mrs. John A. Kenagy. Marilyn Paine Hudin and daughter spend weeks here as guests of Mr. and Mrs. Low Gromr of El Paso.

Lant Leland McCluer Glenn C. Smith Pittsfield Harry Mamemon Smitth 7. M. Scott Himmonls RL. Britsenhan Binhe Williams John. A. Kenagy

Game Cocks Killed in Pen Controversy

A puzzling report notes nine game cocks valued at 125 dollars were killed after entering pens on Henry Street Mendoza near GOT Water Street. Police were alerted Monday to the incident, with residents alleging the birds were moved into a disputed area.

Henry St Mendoza Water Street

Police to Attend Crime School in Austin

Two members of the San Antonio police force have been directed to attend crime schools in Austin. Detective Rachel A. Ben Ter will spend a week at the Department of Public Safety's Criminal Investigation School at Camp Mabry. Sp. We. T. Swift will attend a one day PBA school.

Mombers San Antonio Austin Rachel A. Ben Ter Department of Public Safety Camp Mabry We. T. Swift

China School Need Stressed at United Services Meeting

Col. KR Po Williams of the Fourth Army told field workers that China’s wartime aid focused on limited air supply and bare medical resources. He noted 20 organizations aiding China relief and praised the 1068X medical students at the Chungking refugee college for their enthusiasm despite scarce study materials.

China KR. Po Williams Fourth Army United Services To China Gunter Hoiel Chungking China Relief Col Williams Coleger

Mirror of Your Mind by Lawrence Gould

A 1947 King Smith publication excerpt discusses love, maturity, and the limits of reading as a substitute for real-world experience. It argues that deep connections arise from a mature heart, while highlighting the value of weighing evidence and balancing views learned from teachers and life.

Lawrence Gould King Simt Nhc

Needlecraft Catalog Promises Simple Sun Suit Patterns

A fragmented Needlecraft catalog blurb touts one yard of fabric making sun suits for boys and children with sailboat and chickie appliques. It advertises patterns, transfers, and a Laurel Wheeler pattern with charts and photos, plus a Needlecraft catalog featuring 102 illustrations of crochet, knitting, embroidery and home decor items with free instructions.

Fay Laure Wheeler San Antonio

Forrests Dinner Hosts at the Menger Hotel

Forrests dinner hosts ir and Mrs Frank Forrest arranged a Spanish patio table at the Menger hotel on a Sunday evening. Magnolias and white blossoms framed the setting while guests included Mr and Mrs Ber erley, Mr and Mrs Fred Roy, Mr and Mrs Eugene Williams, Mr and Mrs Robert Colgazier Jr, Mr and Mrs Arlen Monger, Mr and Mrs Robert Smith, Mr and Mrs Walter Loughridge and Mr and Mrs Taynaraway.

Frank Forrest Menger Hotel Bererley Fred Roy Eugene Wiliams Robert Colgazier Jy Arlen Monger Rovert Smith

Miss Everett Here Sor Summer Arrives From Oshkosh Wis

Miss Belly Everett daughter of President and Mrs Mange G Everett arrives this week from Oshkosh Wisconsin to join a summer program at the YWCA in San Antonio from June 1 to August 20. She plans to attend hockey events at Carelen Maine before resuming her studies in Oshkosh on September 2. Everett will travel east stopping to visit her brother and sister Dr and Mrs John R Everett at Connecticut Wesleyan University in Mikidietown.

Osh Hosh Wis Belly Everett Mange G. Everett Trinty Eniversity Everett San Antonio Jnsleuder Ywic.a Allendhe Hockey Earth Carelen Main Oshkosh East Mips John R. Everet Connecticut Wesleyan University Mikidietown

Boerne Graduation Swing at Oak Hills Country Club

A swinging party and luncheon at Oak Hills Country Club hosted by Mes. Mh Shook Myra John Shook and Mise Lolsits Shani for about 25 graduation guests. Miss Welloweton, a Boerne High School graduate, and Miss Mary Frances j Aligele, St Marys Hall graduate, attended. Mrs Ned Houston and Mrs W W Aligele assisted, the buffet centered with bright fruit and yucca backdrop.

Oak Hills Country Manis Shook Myra John Shook Mise Lolsits Shani Miss Welloweton Boerne Highschon Mary Frances J Aligele St. Mary S Hall Ned Houston W. W. Aligele

Open House Marks Sultenfuss Twenty Fifth Anniversary

Mr and Mrs Hugo E Sultenfuss celebrated their twenty fifth wedding anniversary with an open house Saturday evening at their home. Pink and white diol decorations graced the dining room with silver accents and white tapers. about 150 guests visited. Miss Dorothy Sultenfuss managed the guest book and a large group of hepding servers assisted throughout the event.

Hugo E. Sultenfuss Dorothy Sultenfuss Mesdames Leo P. Cloud Charles Hurt Ray A. Haben Edmvin S. Calhoun F. E. Knowlton V. N. Schult Robert E. McBride E. J. Briggs Addis E. Noonan Archie Carhart O. N. Beer Starad Davis Milton Thompson

Reception For N Y Stars At Sunken Garden

Sunken Garden Attractions Inc officers hold a 7 30 p m reception for Miss Belinda Ringman and John Sebastian stars of Discoveries of IMT at the Sunken Garden in Brackenridge Park. Mr and Mrs James Thomas Hickey announce birth of son William Patrick on June 13 at Santa Rosa hospital. Mrs Mickey formerly Margaret Pinto is daughter of Mr and Mrs William L Finto. James Byrne Hickey of Romulus Michigan is paternal grandfather.

Sunken Garden Attractions, Inc Belinda Richman John Sebastian Neswy James Thomas Hickey William Patrick Santa Rosa Hospital Mickey Margaret Pinto William L. Finto James Byrne Hickey Romulus Mich

Buffet Honors Commoratos at New York Family Dinner

Mr and Mrs Dick Commorato of New York were toasted by aunt Mrs Ed Campbell at a buffet supper. About 20 guests attended. Mrs Commorata, born Mary Jean Jordan, is a St Marys High School graduate. Dr Meadwin M Sykes Jr and two children plan to visit relatives after arriving from Juireil Michigan for a one day stay.

Dick Commorata New Yorks Ed Campbell Commorata Mary Jean Jordan St. Mary's High School Ant Meadwin M. Sykes Jr Ann Ul Edwin Fil Ant Edwin M. Sykes

Kees Hold Open House for Visiting Lee Family

Mer and Mrs William Byrd Lee hosted an open house Sunday afternoon at their home for Dr and Mrs Jack Lee and their sons Jools Jr and Billy visiting from Hachester Minnesota. They will depart Monday for home. Pink gladioli and magnolias decorated the room. About 65 guests were invited.

Mer William Byrd Lee Jack Lee Jools Jr Billy Hachester Minn

Weding of Jean Nun and Mercer T Ivey in Fort Stockton

The June Fort Stockton wedding of Jean Nun and Mercer T Ivey drew attention in The American Home article featuring Mrs Holloway formerly Glen Worthington and Mrs Glen Key's daughter. The ceremony showcased blue and satin hues, with starlight blue dress and bridesmaids in blush pinks, chiffon, and large hats.

David San Antaniang Jean Nun Mercer T. Ivey Fort Stockton

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Mrs. Heane Herbert Heane John Hoyly Gordon Margaret Fleetwood Gordon Andrew H. Brown National Geographic Magazine Mrs. Spencer eAallade San Amenin S: Ats Snow White Laundry Gee Broadway Alan Sparger W. Grameray Richard Brewer St. Mark's Episcopal Church Virginia Sue Bartholomew G. W. Bartholomew Sr S.A A. Police Useru Pupple Ansiwer Ife Dounail Lene Forrests Miss Everett N. Y. Stars Buffet Commoratos Kees Fats Do-Jay Eis Joske Bros. CQ Wolff & Mar Sunshine North Flores Street Laundries & Dry Cleaning Corp.,, Inc Flores St Fannin San Antonin Pilon Miriam McGa Ke Charles Teel Fontaine Orrender Terrelita Bob Orrenders Maury Maverick Orrenders Fontaine Fey Mexcana Finn Colfox Imperial Sugar Co Texas Tod Bieck
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