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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1940

Page

9

Puppet Love and a Trailer Road Trip Tale

In a sunbaked trailer tale, Chris and Nicky argue and dream through moving beds and clever levers in a Bent trailer bought for 10.7. Their loves, fate cards, and a strategic camp life mix with a looming Macbethian fear as Aloysius Bring joins and hints at a shared scheme. The trio plots travels along the coast while pondering security and destiny.

Bente Anmle Chris Andi Nicky Wally Ticky Rodney Baddington Grant Xyol Aloysius P Ike Bring Bring Nemesis Hin Ata Chtors

Glamorous Furs and Love Advice From Beatrice Fairfax

The column discusses fashion trends with silver fox stoles and evening wear, plus Beatrice Fairfax answers readers on age for marriage and dating etiquette. A letter from Mae warns against early marriages, noting historical shifts from age 16 to later choices, while readers inquire about sending birthday cards to steady beaus and keeping multiple romantic options.

Beatrice Fairfax Bert Hiss Fairfax Bubow Milas Fairfax Iit Aleways Iit Tammi Née Plessé Mae Gires

Journey of Engineers Trails and Treasures Amid Dust and Rain

The narrative follows a caravan where rows of darkles work and a lone Inn Man with a mule moves slowly as red dust clouds sting eyes. Rain alternates with sun, and tales of misadventure enliven the trek. Chris, amassing chests of foals and tools, recalls engineering study and a family legacy, envisioning a gadget to hitch traders using Uncle Bradley’s plan, while Nicky’s engagements threaten to stall the scheme.

Chris Samvel Allen Lnto Wall Street Fifth Avenue Uncle Bradley Nicky Cornelian Vanderhilt

Table Talks Recipes and notes by Mildred Kitchen

A fragment from Table Talks presents a collage of recipes and culinary tips. It lists baked onion bread, spiced honey cookies, and cherry desserts with measurements and baking steps, including oven temps and yields, though the text is garbled. The piece hints at community kitchen content and home cooking instructions.

Jerry Wuort

Beauty Hints For Cracked Finger Ends And Soapy Hands

The passage describes painful cracks at finger tips from excessive soapy exposure. Healing is slow and touches reopen wounds. Tips include trimming hardened skin with needle or manicure scissors, applying zinc ointment nightly, and covering with gauze and adhesive.

City Vagrancy Fines Reported Totaling 350 Dollars

A rough clipping details fines imposed for vagrancy in the city totaling 350 dollars. Includes scattered names and amounts such as 50 and 100 dollars, references to local addresses, and mentions of wallet loss and theft in Corpus Christi area. The text is fragmented and mixes unrelated items with fines and personal notes.

Temple Calhoun W. BM Ennis Corpus Christi Seferino Pax Cardenas Hla Auto

Elizabeth Bard and Four Brothers in British Army

Warner introduces Elizabeth Bard a new English actress who is related to four brothers serving in the British army. The piece notes their military service and profiles the Bard family connection to the acting and defense worlds.

Brothers TN Army Warner Elizabeth Bard

Broadway Walter Winchell Explains War Time Etiquette

Walter Winchell notes on wartime manners and fashion at Broadway parties. The piece references Al Jolson style chatter, Briths buttons, and socialites like Oscar Levant and A. J. Vanderbilt, with scenes at Bonwit Teller and Long Island gatherings. It blends gossip, celebrity satire, and a glimpse of Roosevelt era society.

Oscar Levant

Manners and the Reluctant Exit Hostess Tale

A humorous piece on guests who insist they must go yet linger at the door. The hostess struggles to end conversations as guests dawdle, delaying departures with polite exchanges and awkward pauses, illustrating the art of a proper farewell. The essay urges steadiness in social goodbyes and notes the common difficulty of ending visits gracefully.

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Stephens College Head Here July 1

President James M. Wook of Stephens College will speak to alumnae and friends at the St. Anthony hotel here on July 1. Miss Evelyn Alling of San Antonio announced the event on Monday. All former students or graduates of the school have been invited to attend.

James M. Wook Stephens College St. Anthony Zvelyn Alling San Antonio Rhe Anid

Old Chessmen from India Over 340 Years Old

James Buephenson plays chess with RA Ivory using a teakwood set made in India over 340 years ago. The antique set reflects rich craftsmanship and historical value on display with the players engaging in a quiet match.

James Buephenson India

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