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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1912
Page
16
The piece observes thousands of girls at desks and typewriters, noting how posture reflects mood and energy. It urges sitting back, hips in, elbows up, and straight shoulders to reduce fatigue, improve breathing, and sustain health during long workdays.
The History club will meet Friday afternoon March 22 at the clubhouse. Papers will cover Paris in 1789 Lucie Manette and Minor Characters of Tale of Two Cities. A revival in art, the Second Republic of Napoleon III, Sardou and a review will be presented by several members.
The Gibbons Literary club meets Monday afternoon at the Knights of Columbus hall. The topic is The Schools and Universities of the Middle Ages with quotations from Moore.
The department of literature of the Woman's club will meet Wednesday afternoon. Papers on Ibsen will be given by Mrs. Rufus A. Lewis on Ibsen the Man, His Personality and Philosophy. Mrs. J. Tom Williams on Ibsen the World Po et. and Mrs. A. L. Matlock on Ibsen the Dramatist. Hostesses will be Mildred Baskin and Mrs. J. A. Williamson.
Mrs E S Lepper and Mrs R H Nagel to entertain the Twentieth Century Study club and friends at Mrs Lepper's home 109 Yale avenue on Wednesday afternoon March 20 from 3 to 6 o'clock.
At yesterday afternoon's council session the Congress of Mothers approved forming a committee to revise the constitution and by laws with Mrs. John A. Daugherty as chairman and other members named as officers.
Associate members of the Tuesday Musical Club begin an exchange for Thos. Goggan Bros. coupons starting Thursday at 9 a.m.
Mrs. Chas F Meek relocates an saloon from Randolph apartments to 112 Balaban Avenue detailing the move and new address in the local notice.
Contralto teacher Ez Ham s is listed at 117 Lavaca street in a concise note from the old directory. The brief entry lacks further detail about activities or affiliations.
Berry Doherty offers exclusive French ery at moderate prices located at 502 6th. Phone 6279.
Dr Charles A R Campbell practiced bacteriology and microscopy with specialty in typhoid and malarial fevers. He operated over Dreiss' drug store offering diagnostic and research services.
Carnegie hall hosts the second annual exhibition of original American paintings on April 7 from 2 to 6 p m with season tickets priced at 1 dollar and a 25 cent entry.
The essay laments waning hospitality as women shift from open houses to infrequent tea socialities. It argues for simpler entertaining aligned with one’s means, notes husbands avoidant of social duty, and urges housekeepers to reclaim welcoming, informal gatherings at home.
The essay argues Charles Dickens treats female characters with equal fairness as male figures, presenting a broad gallery of women across ages and temperaments without bias or rigid roles. It notes his impersonality, lack of didactic aims, and portrayal of women as complex, human beings.
A young girl writes about a romance with a man older and unintroduced. She should refuse social invites until she knows him better and discuss with her parents for guidance. The columnist advises patience, parental consent, and frank talks to avoid jeopardizing happiness.
An anxious correspondent asks how to approach a senior high school suitor who smiles but does not speak. The answer dismisses presuming rights over others and discusses Helen Landness from Edwin Droop and Aunt from David Copperfield as examples of independent, kind female conduct and the humane observations of Dickens.
Miss Gertrude Dizen of San Marcos will be entertained by Miss Norma Fried rich of Dwyer Avenue and hosted by Miss Friedrich on Tuesday afternoon.
Thomas Alsbury and Miss Elizabeth Pearl Crowell wed at Rev M G Jenkins home last night. The bride is from Tennessee and the groom resides in San Antonio.
A reader writes about a yearlong relationship and marriage plans with a young man, noting parental disapproval. The text includes a schedule ad listing March 15 and April 7 events from 2 to 6 p.m. with single admission 25c season tickets 1 and Sundays free.
Staacke Bros. promote Kelly Springfield rubber for carriages and buggies in an advertisement. The copy emphasizes durability and reliability, aiming to attract customers seeking dependable rubber tires.
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