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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1946
Page
7
A fashion feature surveys editors buyers and models shaping spring and fall lines. It highlights Markley associate merchandiser at Tarper's Davear and editor Carmel Snuir as key players while noting Miss Markley’s look, travels, and industry ambitions.
Mrs Forrest hosted a luncheon as the first in a series at the Bright Shawl on Thursday. Guests included James Charles Haggard and several others, with Waggoner and head staff noted among attendees.
Lawrence Gould offers a satirical take on mind reading and parental influence. He argues mothers exercise power over children’s thoughts, yet fear of social shame shapes behavior. The piece cites teachers’ college student surveys showing low regard for instructors’ provocative capacity.
Deb season events unfold with numerous social gatherings and entertainments hosted by Mrs. Harry Dalit, Miss Fin Cameron, and Mrs. Hart. Guests include Miss Barbara Caraway, Connie Terrell, and Misses Ginny Gall and Wirwheln Molin. Luncheons, breakfasts, and charitable duties feature sponsors and mothers aiding in serving as hosts.
Dear Miss Vaillox readers recount a letter from a young woman distressed by suitors from a nearby town. The columnist scoffs at changing morals to win attention and urges standard values, saying men drawn to riotous parties are unlikely husbands. She dismisses the question as foolish and condemns the notion of altering character.
Mrs Bora Marti will host a dance at the Olmos Vinney club on Don Quixgle dull night attracting over 200 invited guests. Notable attendees include Miss Mary Ruth Cavazos and Angelica Lozano among others, with many clubs and organizations represented from Port Marit to San Antonio.
Miss Ruth Sharks sets November 2 for marriage to Neleon Merkel with a series of showers and parties planned by friends and relatives. Attendees include Miss Patricia Davisay and Deed Woody Palmer, Mrs. W. F. King, Mes. Steve Dynum, and Mrs. J. George McElhoe. The events span mid November, culminating in a November wedding in the St Anthony hotel region with multiple social gatherings.
A large audience at the Bright Shawl event watched fashion models display gowns from Joske's of Texas. Miss Barbra Caraway, Miss Johnie Boyle, Miss Fly Cameron, and Miss Betty Osborn led the gowns with Mesdames Chaney and Prichard. Attendees included Kathleen Braden of Houston, Jane Culton a bride-to-be, plus many guests from Waco, Arlington, Beaumont, and Roanoke, with numerous hostesses and tables noted for the party.
The engineering department of the civil service commission announced radio examinations to be held in the civil service room of the Ped peal building on November 14.
The page advertises sewing patterns including 6199 and 9199 with sizes and fabrics listed, plus a pattern book offer for 15 cents more. It notes a fall and winter pattern collection, and includes a guild update with officers and Catholic Book Week plans featuring a book review by John Sharpe of Schimberg's Frederick Ozanan.
A homemaker guide explains eye appeal in meal planning using the seven food chart. It stresses balancing colors textures and temperatures, pairing strong flavors, and avoiding all-soft or all-hard dishes. Tips include contrasting vegetables, traditional combinations like pork with apples, and avoiding repeated or overlapping flavors.
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