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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1941

Page

13

PTA Council Sets Annual School Program Notice

The San Antonio PTA Council will hold a May 20 instructional program at the Municipal Auditorium from 9:30 to 12. Rev A B Shirkey opens with greetings by Mrs W Acs Pugh and Mrs G E Biering. Officials include A K Boyles publicity and many named volunteers as instructors. Group singing led by Mrs Tysaly features Gladys Hamse as director.

San Antonio R. C. Eliott Wugh Treasury A. K. Boyles Ourse Gregory Tyson A. Toepperwein H. Sultenfuss Iss DeRoxette ‘Thomas Aries Welinerand C. L. Baders A. Pood J. Stricklin B. x G. Baldwin H. O. Wahrmmd R. B. Morris E. Wills Mrs. Tysaly Gladys Tlamse

Ruth Taylor Given Country Club Luncheon Hosts and Guests

A Country Club luncheon honored Miss Ruth Taylor, a prospective bride, with Clarence Hocker and Mrs Frank M. Lewis hosting. Guests included Corrie Conk ling, Peacock Military Academy cadets and graduates, and J. Erickson family. decorations featured three miniature horses leaping a hurdle, and a heater followed by games. A later tea on May 26 will honor Roth Lane, a Thomas Jefferson High School graduate.

Clarence Hocker Frank M. Lewis Country Hub Ruth Taylor Corrie Conkling Fletcher Clark Galveston Aoe John Roberts Kay Williams Pickering Pracock Military Academy George ¥. Pancoash Charles R. Allery Prank Piavis Cross Frank Jeffies Barbara Ann Cross Holger Mann Wiliam Bless W. B. Hauck Grace Lucille Bless Greddie Brackentidpe Moin Hertwig Moin Hertwig Music Club Verbie Jewel Poerney H. M. McLaughlin Milam Bernice Poerner Thomas Jefferson High School Margie Lewis Thelma Ray Bridges Mad- Tyn McArthur Dorothy Lee Gray Dorothy Hudson Bebly Annomic

Luncheon Planned by Alamo Heights P T A Choral Club

The Alamo Heights P T A Choral Club will host a luncheon at 12 30 p m Wednesday at the Aurora hotel with invitations issued to friends. Mrs J F McDaniel has led eight years of work, and Mrs John Williamson will be accompanist Reservations are handled by Mrs E L Dana Also noted a meeting of Alamo Unit No 2 American Legion and other district activities with delegates elected and a theater event announced

Alamo Heights Aurora Friends of the Organization J. F. Mc Daniel John Williamson EL. Dana Une Alamo Unit No 2 American Legion Alexander Boyntop Fannie Hipley Wicks' Club Ny Colony Mesdames Boynton Hugo Katt B G, Jenkins Sue Lough Alterntes Stan Donca A. D. Holder

Local Color and Home Life Described in Boerne Area

The piece sketches residents such as Pilon by Martha S and Barbary Calboun with a stylish white swimsuit, skeet shooters Charles Poulten and Lutcher Brown, and Handy when the skeets are up. It notes the Engelke home furnishings, a bow of decor, and Goat rugs from Saltillo. The Booklovers Round Table of the Woman's club met with hostesses Anita Randall and John Camp, with Mrs. Thomas Ramsey reviewing Jan Struther and Mrs. Gneck Tacke sharing a bio of the author. A business meeting led by Mrs. John Thrall capped the gathering.

Charles Poulten Lutcher Brown Butcher Brown Jr Alberk Engelkes Rwrey Ald Rock Boerne Bern Booklovers Woman's Club Miet Anita Randall John Camp Thomas Ramsey Jan Struthers Miniver Mes Gnek Tacke John Thrall Caatiman

Social Events Go On Despite Weather Gatherings Continue

Local social set presses ahead with parties and affairs despite wet weather. Luncheon honors recent bride Mrs William McNutt and debutante Miss Louise Cherry. dinners, dances, and receptions planned around the city with numerous hosts and guests, including families connected to the Denman and Sugis weddings, plus club and garden events at homes and parks.

Kennedy Milburn V. Welse Bright -Shaw William McNutt Louise Cherry Leroy Denman Imr Leroy Denman Jr Sir Anthony Hotel Denmans Miss Joy Tay Curtis Plunty James Calvert Curtis Flumly Jr Jimmy Calvert Miss Willson Milton Spencer Country Club Spencer Lillian Street Lilaurie Kunkel Canopus Club Starcke Park Seguin Bod

Police Seek Applications for Vacant Powder Pull Posts

Police chief W. W. Vaughan said Monday morning that the department needs stenographers and filing clerks to fill several vacancies at police headquarters. The openings arise in the powder pull squad as several members left for civil service positions.

W. W.vaughan

Two Fires Cause About $1000 In Damage

Two Monday morning fires caused about $1000 in damage. A vacant house at 215 Hazel Street burned, owned by Brist Johnson, with $890 damage. A garage and car at 15 West Popular Street, belonging to Alex T. Tiferina, sustained $200 damage.

Hazel Street Bri Johnson Catse Alex T. Tiferina

Meetings Move Eagles Convention to Galveston

Street Commissioner Paul Staf fier travels to Galveston for the state convention of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. He chairs the old age pension committee. The gathering runs Monday through Thursday.

Steffler Paul Staffier Galveston Fraternal Order of Eagles

Pate Endorses Greater San Antonio Ticket In Runoff

Pate E B Pate defeated candidate for istreet commissioner endorses the Greater San Antonio ticket for the runoff May 27. He thanks supporters from the first race. Also notes Houston guests arrive Monday for Bernice Barnett and Lloyd Dente wedding with Barnett sisters and party details.

Maverick Pate E. B. Pate Monday Morte Ing Greater San Antonio L.T. Barhett Jr Houston Bernice Barnett Lloyd Dente Barnett Carolyn Barnett Tommy Lee Golectea Billy Muyhall Robert Mitchen L. Ts Bamnetter

Auto Charge Nets 90 Days in County Court

Dering with an automobile, Urbana Gevarro, of 211 4-2 South Santa Rosy Avenue, was sentenced to 90 days in jail by Judge Gd Matthews in County Court No. 2 on Monday. The car belonged to Charles E Chaevorelle of Albany, N.Y. A complaint charging unlawfully carrying a pistol on May 10 was filed against Walter Diclano, address 526 North Laredo Street. A complaint charging theft of a $2 washing machine and a $5 rifle trot against R A Jennings of Dallas on July 14, 1960, was filed against L. B. dnigol.

Tam Urbana Gevarro South Santa Rosy Avenue Gd. Matthews Mondry Charles E Chaevorelle Albany Walter Diclano North Laredo Street Joe Roberts R A. Jennings Dallas L. B. Dnigol

Steel production at 99.9 percent capacity

New York May 12 UP the American Iron and Steel Institute estimated today that the nation's steel rolls for armaments are operating this week at 99.9 percent of theoretical capacity. This is 7 percent higher than last week and 66 percent a month ago, with 73 percent of capacity in the same week last year.

New. York American Tron and Steel Institute

Matsuoka Fetes Ambassador Grew in New York tea party

Japanese Foreign Minister Yosuke Matsuoka hosted United States Ambassador Joseph C. Grew and their spouses at a tea party after a May 11 garden party. The report comes via Domel wireless from Tokyo and directs readers to classification ads for services and contractors.

New York Yosuke Matsuoka Japan United States Joseph C. Grew Domel Wireless Tokyo

National Honors For Pioneer Club Women In Atlantic City

Atlantic City May 14 reports the General Federation of Women's Clubs will honor pioneer clubwomen at its golden jubiler training convention opening. Mrs. Baitile Orr Dunvar of Portland is national president and one pioneer from each classification will receive wheelal medals. Emme Fox of Detroit, noted for parliamentary authority, is among those recognized. Fifty-four women are named as representatives of strides in professions arts and sciences over 50 years. Notables including Ruth Nichols and Dr. Mary Woolley receive special scrolls.

Atlantic City N. J General Federation of Women's Clubs Pistriet Columbia Chibworth — Oun Baitile Orr Dunvar Portland Ove Natonal Il A Fox Detroit Ciini General Federation Mys Second View Pioneer Federation Clubwomen Womery Psctton- Hells Perkins Maud McDougall Washington Ruth Nichols Judith Waller Chicago, Broadcasting Mary Woolley Mt. Holyoke College

Unusual fanmail and mental notes to King at Pitt and beyond

The letter writers discussed include Bob King who is analyzed by the University of Pittsburgh psychology department for possible dementia praecox with paranoic traits. Other samples show a Houston KTLA listener mailing a clipped newspaper item with a radical anti-poor housing sentiment and violent undertones. A San Antonio fragment reflects graphomania and social frustration, while a letter to Governor O Dan el argues for government seizure of land and abolition of taxes as a solution, illustrating the range of driven, audacious writs and the psychology behind them.

Psychology Department University of Pittsburgh King KTLA Houston United States Tie San Antonio Bab Alamo Streek Audrey Bob King O'Danlel Etsal

Fragmented broadcast chatter on psychology and radio thrills

The text describes a quirky dialogue about practical psychology guiding radio entertainment and mentions KTSA listeners in Waco. It includes a surreal scene where eight stars visit a hotel to observe fire, while six stars search for smoke with no heat or spark, then wander and forget to revolve.

KTSA Waco Bob King

False Teeth Rock Slide or Slip FASTHETH Improves Fit

The ad claims FASTHETH teeth grip upper or lower plates firmly, preventing sliding or rocking. It promises quicker retention and better comfort, reducing plate movement and slipping during use. The copy emphasizes a stronger hold and improved confidence in biting and speaking.

O E S Chapter to Entertain Officers This Week

Bon Antonio chapter O E L 5 to enter in with a dinner Wednesday at 7 PM honoring worthy matron Mabel Post and worthy patron Earl Piller Maydelle Wistergll associate gnattzon Roy Phillips associate patron WH begin changes. Friday 8 PM game party at 1023 Aganier avenue with prizes and tickets from members. Peggy Barton spent weekend in New Braunfels with friends.

Bon Antonio O. EL 5 Mt. Nb Milam Caiterla Mabel Post Earl Piller Maydelle Wistergll Gnattzon Roy Phillips WIL -Emterknins O. Soleher Aganier Avenue Iethers Tariehean Mbse Carl Holland Katrina Dittman Ford Woods Bee Peggy Barton New Braunfels

Mark Twain Class Honored With Dance and Party

Misses Gardleo Ewing, Mary Ann Ninh and Mary Anne Lewis hosted an informal dance and party at the home of the late r Saturday evening for the graduating wings of Mark Twain school. The theme included Japanese lanterns and hostesses’ mothers assisted, including Mrs Edwin Goldman. The event celebrated the Mark Twain class with a festive sendoff.

Gardleo Ewing Mary Ann Ninh Mary Anne Lewis Mark Twain School Finisry Dla. Nim Waldo M. Lets Edwin Goldman

Also Mentioned on This Page

PTA Council Mya Murray Crossette Anne Messaniel Charles W. Curt Peter Keating Chester B. Kilpatrick Robert McGarraugh Heles Aitared Maury Maverick Lee Miller Adolph Heolnant Slay Princa Meretin Cniaai Martin J. Arnold A. Alu. W. Tits Arnold P.-T. A. Choral Club Walter Panga C.H. Griffin Woodlawn Pilon Martha S Calboun Cavaway Fthat Cy Nelson Monsieur Chambray Bhandy Andy' J . He Tgs TOD Mats Calantel Auikhorl Mandy Andy Mandy Andy NO Ans'sive Brandy Ace Lipton Andy Hite Eee S & Olive Mageolia Grove Wooden Circle Wil Wosdmen Hall Matsuoka Fetes Pioneer Club Allen Ritch Nix Professional Crown O.E. S. Chapter Mark Twain Torre Wells Mer Pool i Cady Deuess Iran Ares Dial Fannin
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