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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1939
Page
7
In a New York courtroom the Bell company opposed the Speaking Telephone venture with Western Union backing. Lawyers fought over who truly invented the telephone, challenging Gray and Bell's timing and patent legitimacy as witnesses defended their roles and financial interests.
In a dramatic cross examination, Alexander Graham Bell faced tough questions about his early work on the telephone and alleged fraud surrounding his patent application. The attorney pressed for notes or diagrams to prove pre March 1876 invention, but Bell acknowledged only his word and that of friends. The court heard that the patent, with its undulating current description, stood as the solid rock of Bell's case despite aggressive questioning from Barrows.
The court adjourns after phase one of the trial unfolds with Alec asked to present proof by morning. Burrows and Western group celebrate while Poland and Bell forces react with mixed emotions. Alec recalls no evidence of working on the 1876 telephone as associates urge him to seek proof for the birth of his child with Mabel.
Two simple paths to relief before and after constipation occurs. Kellogg's All-Gran offers a pill free aid by providing the needed fiber and bulk. Regular use with milk or cream and ample water may improve daily bowel movements.
Fresh garden peas boost health with calcium phosphorus and vitamins A B C. Pick crisp pods, wash shelling water, and cook in pods for flavor, then eat pods with peas. Shelled peas steam or boil briefly, color preserved by covered pan and a touch of sugar. Bake peas with butter and water, avoid soda to protect nutrients, or pair with lettuce and onions for a delicate dish.
A collage of home beauty tips and aging work worn hands. Advice covers hand care, laundry and polish residues, lemon for stains, weekly massages, and cosmetic methods. The narrative shifts to a scene of family distress and a telegram altering a man’s focus, with cultural references to electricity, cosmetics, and a film credit at the end.
A fragment from an old sketch page describes fabric tricks and dress details. It references linen thread, crepe, and patterns like flags printed on fabric. The piece mentions names and a publication credit, with emphasis on easy to perform craft actions and washable colors.
The article discusses how to announce engagements in simple or ceremonial ways, noting that news may be shared at meals or tea and via newspaper notices. It advises on who should announce, whether to include photos, and warns against formal engraved notices as tasteless or wasteful.
Dr E W Bertner of Houston will be honored at a reception and ball hosted by the State Medical Association president during the convention week. Arrangements are led by Dr Frank Haggard with additional events at the Plaza Hotel Bellroom a Mexican clear show headlining at Olmos Diner.
Tuesday evening events include String Players at 8 15 p m in the St Anthony hotel wallroom with a supper at Artists' Inn for orchestra members. A 5 reception at the Gunter hotel honors Dr E W Hartner of Honatos and Mrs Conn L Milburn, plus a Country Club dinner party for graduates. Continuous notes mention alumni medical department events and visiting doctors. Wednesday features Dr Walter Stuck luncheon at the Gunter for Dr W K West, a lumet luncheon, and a tea for Miss Remy at her Primar Drive home with graduates and Pines hotel luncheon for the State Medical Association.
Mrs Robart Tarbutton entertained at the Federation of Music Club's anniversary luncheon at the Plaza hotel on Tuesday. The honored guest was Mrs Oscar Brunker, recently returned from a three month trip. Others present included Mesdames C D Thurmond J E Williamson B R Pandey and Miss Virginia Pander in Miami, Palm Beach, New Orleans and Louisville installments.
A reader writes about love and infidelity involving an older married woman, a younger man with a baby, and a dilemma whether to pursue a relationship. The columnist urges caution, notes the legal and moral limits of chasing a married man, and advises the teenage writer to value self restraint and avoid entanglements with married partners.
An unnamed mother, after her young son wanders near a culvert, climbs, shouts, and throws rocks to reach him. The child is freed when bystander Marcia Kosher spots him and helps pull him to safety, ending a tense rescue.
A musical reception is planned Tuesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Rolly Steen 2002 West Gramercy Place. Mrs Coclle Kern is social chairman for the spring reception hosted by the Philharmonie Music Club. Guests include Mrs Adams Miss Dewey visiting in Monterrey Mrs Paul Adame and Milas Claire.
Kaapar quads Velix Pronk and Ferdinand celebrate their third birthday at a quiet family gathering. Parents Emil and Kaapar note a modest celebration with standard early childhood gear and no major excitement. The party calendar mentions a May 3 appearance at St. Mary’s Hospital in 1030 and a home gathering in the afternoon.
Tuesday evening events include Malleve club to Ladies'Aux, Veterans of Foreign Wars post, Beacon Hill Evening Circle, Philharmonic at the Steens home, Delphians at public library auditorium, Boy Scouts on Broadway, Altoosa Club at St Anthony hotel, and multiple church and women’s groups gathering at homes, halls, and hotels across the area with times from 2:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. Includes YMCA events, Motor Coach union, Olive Marnolin Grove circle, and Missonary society meetings with locations Spanning East Commerce, Encino drive, West Magnolia, and 632 Olmos.
Mrs Charles Ogden, a guest of Mrs Alf ed Ebert and Misses Shirley Ebert and Mary Lee Coffman, attends an impersonation dance at Oak Grove barn at 8 pm on May 27 honoring their daughters. Residents of Racine and THS county participate in the social gathering.
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