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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 10, 1913

Page

6

Surprise Party for Arthur Speer at Pine Street Home

A surprise party was held one evening last week at 12 North Pine Street in honor of Arthur Speer. Guests included Misses Feille, Meyer, Michael, Giesler, Stein, Johnson, Nordhaus, Dehner, Carley, Newman, Kahn, Hummer, Furman, and Speer, plus Mr and Mrs Schultz, Steingruber, Schmidt, Stein, and Vander Stratton among others, with games and refreshments served.

Arthur Speer North Pine Street R. Feille E. Meyer S. Michael G. Giesler I. Stein S. Johnson N. Speer L. Stein C. Nordhaus M. Stein Ll. Dehner H. Carley A. Nordhaus

Victrola concert features Caruso Gluck Amato and Ruffo

Louis Book Store hosts a Wednesday night concert with Caruso Alana Gluck Amato and Ruffo performing in a Victrola venue.

Caruso Alana Gluck Amato Ruffo Louis

Miss Agnes Lamm Hosts Linen Shower For Bride Ida Keller

Miss Agnes and Miss Louise Lamm entertained Miss Ida Keller a bride of this month with a linen shower and dance party at their home 402 Lubbock street. Porches were decorated with Japanese lanterns ferns and cut flowers. Refreshments were served.

Agnes Louise Lamm Ida Keller Lubbock Street

Local Social Evening Features Music and Games

A social gathering continued into the evening with lively games and music. Notable attendees included Bessie Fisher, Adolphina Keller, Alfred Vorpahl, August E. Weynand, Esther Campbell, Alma Hutzler, Ida Keller, Louise Keller, Leonie Kleck, Lillie Rose Kleck, Agnes Lamm, Dorothy Lamm, Hildgarde Lamm, Louise Lamm, Mollie Nohse, Fred and Gilder sleeve couples, Ernst and Alma Lamm, plus many Lamm family members and friends.

Bessie Fisher Adolphina Keller Alfred Vorpahl August E. Weynand Esther Campbell Bessie Fischer Alma Hutzler Ida Keller Louise Keller Leonie Kleck Lillie Rose Kleck Agnes Lamm Dorothy Lamm Hildegarde Lamm Louise Lamm Mollie Nohse Fred Gildersleeve Ernst Lamm Frank Gi

Entertains B A T Club Saturday Evening

Miss Anna Geyer hosted the B A T Club Saturday evening. The yellow and black colors decorated the reception rooms. Hearts provided the main amusement with prizes won by Catherine Robinson, Dorothy Hensel, Otto Gieser, and H Wahrmund. Two course refreshments followed and dancing was enjoyed.

Anna Geyer Catherine Robinson Dorothy Hensel Otto Gieser H. Wahrmund

Clean Your Liver with Cascarets Brighten Your Day

An ad urges bilious readers to cleanse their liver and bowels with Cascarets a dime box. It promises rapid relief from headaches bad taste yellow skin and irritability, claiming a morning cleanse will refresh the head and boost cheerfulness.

Social events mark busy week in San Antonio

Miss Ethel Holmgreen hosts bridal party and Mrs Buck West hosts card gathering for Miss Annie Kerr. Harry Moses weds Mae Bond at Central Christian Church with attendants Violet Bond and Clyde Johnson. After Nov 20 the Moseses will reside at 206 Wilkens Ave. Several society figures attend church and federation events. a large reception at the Woman's Club honors Mrs. Moore of St. Louis with anticipated state president attendance. Debutante and post debutante activities slated. football outing to San Marcos draws many attendees. San Antonio Country Club reschedules its semi monthly dinner dances to next Saturday with reservations closing Friday at 6.

Harry Moses Mae Bond Robert Bond Central Christian Church Mr. Swift Violet Bond Clyde Johnson Woman's Club City Federation of Women's Clubs Phillip N. Moore St. Louis National Federation City Federation San Antonio Country Club Casino Association

Victrola Concert at Louis' Book Store Wednesday

An advertisement invites the public to a Wednesday 8:15 PM rendition of Pagliacci at Victrola Concert, Louis' Book Store. Swift & Co reports San Antonio fresh beef sales for the week ending November 8 averaging 9.54 cents per pound.

Louis Swift & Co San Antonio

Social leader in Berlin aims to crown Mrs James Watson Gerard

The Berlin smart set fails to establish Mrs James Watson Gerard as a recognized leader. Wife of the new American ambassador, she is slated to lead the American Women's Club, and after meeting the Emperor and royalties this month she will headline a brilliant series of large functions. She is Marcus Daly’s daughter and sister of Countess Anton Sigray of Hungary.

Berlin James Watson Gerard American Women’s Club Marcus Daly Anton Sigray Hungary

The Rosary at Grand Tonight

A new play by Edward K. Rose produced by Ed W Rowland and Edwin Clifford comes to the Grand tonight. It portrays a modern American home with wealth and privilege, a mysterious intruder sowing doubt, and a higher spiritual force guiding the family back to harmony.

Edward K. Rose Messrs Ed. W. Rowland Edwin Clifford

Man's Game at Grand with Estha Williams in Nance Mayo

Estha Williams stars in A Man's Game with Edwin Walter and a strong ensemble. The Owen Davis drama, praised as a top hit of the season, follows Nance Mayo’s emotional arc from hate to devotion. Arthur C. Alston produces a lavish scenic show featuring W. A. Whitecar, Harry L. Dunkinson, Frank Hersom, Sam B. Wilson, Rita Harlan, Clive Moore, and others. A 2:30 matinee for ladies and children. evening shows follow.

Estha Williams Edwin Walter Miss Williams Nance Mayo Owen Davis Arthur C. Alston W. A. Whitecar Harry L. Dunkinson Frank Hersome Sam B. Wilson Rita Harlan Clive Moore

The Divorce Question at Grand Wednesday Matinee and Night

The Divorce Question presented by the National Play Company comes to the Grand on Wednesday offering matinee and night shows. The play has sparked wide discussion and enlightens the public on a weighty problem with frank treatment and distinct characters. It ran 125 performances in Chicago and the current tour is equally popular.

National Play Company Chicago

Plaza Theater Vaudeville Delights Five Capacity Crowd

At the Plaza Theater a Sunday matinee and evening show drew five capacity audiences. The bill featured DeRosa's trained animals led by Mr. Dooly the monkey and a crowd-pleasing array of cat and dove stunts. The novelty act was praised for its superior variety and lively performances.

the Plaza Plaza Theater DeRosa Mr. Dooly

Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Brings Remarkable Cure

Nature and a woman's work have produced the grand remedy for women's ills. From roots and herbs, Lydia E Pinkham created a tonic that for over thirty years has claimed to be the standard remedy for female ailments and is recognized nationwide.

Lydia E. Pinkham

Entertaining Night Features Velvet Acts and New Talent

The Mullers Brothers dazzled with vocal merit and a mixed repertoire including The Rosary. Gotham City Trio delivered pun laden patter, singing and dancing to strong laughs. Garry Owen and his company impressed with quaint comedy, while Neville and Winton showcased a witty piano and fiddle act. The Lindermanns closed with an agile acrobatic routine and daring tricks as strong pictures finished the show.

Muller Brothers Gotham City Garry Owen Garry Jack Neville San Antonio Winton Neville Lindermanns Good Pictures

Big country store feature at Wigwam No. 1 tonight

At Alamo plaza Wigwam No 1 presents a big country store feature with valuable prizes including five silverware sets and five forty two piece dish sets. Warren Kerrigan stars in a three reel production titled The Restless Spirit, his first Universal Company film. A second three reel special will also be shown. Wigwam No 2 offers the regular program plus a Kalem special The Man Who Vanished.

Swedish Mills Unite to Boost Knitwear Quality

Swedish knitting mills have merged with the aim of improving both the quality and quantity of their products. The consolidation is expected to streamline production, raise standards, and strengthen market position for the combined entity.

Entertains at Surprise Party for Martha Zellner

Mrs J Zellner held a surprise party last week for her daughter Martha Zellner with dancing and games and refreshments. Prizes in a contest went to Miss Margaret Alice Underwood and Edward Isom. Readers included Mrs Larkin and several guests such as Ashley Allen Jessie White Frances Stephen Marion Zellner and others.

Elsie Long Gladys Erkenbech Pearl Young Stella Scott Mrs. Isom Gilmer Brown Harry McArdle Bennie Sparks Edward Vance Far Harris Charles Leonard Fred O'Brien Edward Isom Madden Reed Mr. Scott Mr. Siegel Mr. Larkin

Birthday Party Held For Grace Mae At Mrs Melxey

Mrs Melxey hosted a birthday gathering last week for her daughter Grace Mae. Attendees included Lucile Watkins Helen Mueller Mildred Stern Isabel Parr Lillian Parr Opal Mathney Prudie Lee Owens Ora Denecamp Annie Herrera Isabel Ware Clarice Denecamp Lola Kirkes Isabel Foster Marguerite Schurbohm Leo Wren Walter Fuss Clifford Foster Walter Menck Meyer Katz Floyd Hagewood Paul Mueller and J B Mc Clure.

Melxey Grace Mae Lucile Watkins Helen Mueller Mildred Stern Isabel Parr Lillian Parr Opal Mathney Prudie Lee Owens Ora Denecamp Annie Herrera Isabel Ware Clarice Denecamp Lola Kirkes Isabel Foster Marguerite Schurbohm Leo Wren Walter Fuss Clifford Foster Walter Menck Meyer Katz Floyd Hagewood Paul Mueller J. B. McClure

Dinner Party Hosted by Mr and Mrs August Tietz

Mr and Mrs August Tietz entertained guests at a dinner party last evening honoring their sister Miss Lizzie Tietz. Guests included Misses Lizzie Tietz Louise Wagner Mary Kearney Ida Ashley Margaret Stowe and several couples such as Mr and Mrs Charles Stowe Mr and Mrs Alfred Wietzel Mr and Mrs John Knittel Mr and Mrs Joe Werner Mrs Charles Sanders Albert Wietzel Alfred Stowe Joe Longo and Wallace Wurz.

August Tietz Lizzie Tietz Misses Tietz Louise Wagner Mary Kearney Ida Ashley Margaret Stowe Charles Stowe Alfred Wietzel John Knittel Joe Werner Charles Sanders Albert Wietzel Alfred Stowe Joe Longo Wallace Wurz

Shower Planned for Miss Frieda Magerstadt Bride

Miss Agnes Magerstadt will host a miscellaneous shower from 3 to 6 tomorrow afternoon in compliment to her sister Miss Frieda Magerstadt a bride of the week.

Agnes Magerstadt Frieda Magerstadt

Opening Date Fixed for Majestic Theatre Return

The Majestic Theatre opening date is set for November 24. Interior work is near completion with seating and furnishings to be installed soon. Karl Hoblitzelle of Interstate Amusement Co and manager Ed Raymond are expected to arrive to prepare for the opening. Located on Main Avenue off Houston Street, it is part of the new Stowers building and touted as the finest south of the region.

Majestic Playhouse Karl Hoblitzelle Interstate Amusement Company Ed Raymond Main Avenue Houston Street Stowers

Lunch stands to serve pupils at Main Avenue High School

The school will place lunch stands in boys and girls yards during the 11:12 to 11:30 recess to offer ready to eat meals. The move, led by Mrs Ayres of the school board and Mrs Marr, targets healthier nutrition over purchased wagons near the fences.

Main Avenue High School Atlee B. Ayres J. Marr

Birthday Party for Lorene Mack Celebrated at Kansas Street Home

Little Miss Lorene Mack entertained one evening last week at her parents home in honor of her birthday. Those present included Alene Kropp and other local guests.

Lorene Mack Kansas Street Alene Kropp

Victrola Record Selection at Louis Book Store

Elsie Puppe Elsie Kockzions Edna Wosnig Betty Zimmermann Lorene Menck George Henry Nichols Earl Ahr Edna and Walter Menck Stella Wosnig join a Victrola record selection for the latest turkey trots tangos one steps and Bostons at Louis Book Store with an advertisement style notice.

Elsie Puppe Elsie Kockzions Edna Wosnig Betty Zimmermann Lorene Menck George Henry Nichols Earl Ahr Edna Walter Menck Stella Wosnig Louis Book Store

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Ondens B. A. T. Club Idenger Hotel Im Society Beulah Patterson Ethel Holmgreen Witting-Kerr Buck West Annie Lee Kerr Mrs. B. F. Stires Carroll Mae Charles W. Cunningham of Big Springs Mrs S. P. Cunningham West Woodlawn Avenue Fred Marie Peyton Kingsville Nell Bell First Baptist Church R. F. Peters Leopold Street B. F. Stires Bessie Bell Janie Bell Jimmie Steele Dorothy Steele Mae Baldwin Lillian Baldwin Elizabeth Baldwin Elizabeth Upson Elizabeth Walker Constance Romberg Jean Holland Mary Louise Price Bessie Price Page Venable Ruby Mae Wood Mary Ann Thompson Mary Jane Smith Catherine Holder Mae Glidden Virginia Gaffney Catherine Steele Doris Crawford Verna Stires Stires Mesdames E. D. Wardner Y. C. Crawford C. J. Wood Ollie Lyons Pleasanton Stella McGirk R. J. Capps Bay City J. C. Applewhite Pruitt Avenue Henry D. Brown Corpus Christi State Federation H. B. Fischer Edna Miriam Alfred Cohn Avenue B J. Kendrick Collins Harnische's Dean Halford Stella Glaeser Charles Tedford Waco Dallas Hillsboro Fort Worth San Marcos Marshall Training School Baptist Academy of James W. Gerard Vose & Sons Conover Foster & CO Thos, Goggan & Bros Col Houston and Navarro Texas Majestic Theater Hertzberg E. Hertzhers Jewelry Co Houston and St. Mary's Sta Whisenant Gunter Office Gunter Hotel
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