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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1931
Page
14
This old recipe discussion covers selecting a rabbit, preparing for roasting or stewing, and detailed steps. It includes gutting, cutting, soaking, and frying methods, plus gravy and a pumpkin pie recipe. Rabbit is treated as comparable to chicken in menu placement and price.
The article reviews new women’s hats and styles, noting vivid downtown shop displays and affordable pieces under $40. It highlights semiprimly tailored hats, berets, a center-front brim with fur accents, and a dramatic after dark turban in black, with several color options and prices around ten to forty dollars.
Likely a 1910s etiquette column addressing wedding plans attire invitations and manners. Includes guidance on dress codes gloves bouquets and greetings for a forthcoming marriage, with sample announcements and proper social etiquette for hosting a reception and dinner.
Beatrice Fairfax counsels a 10 year old writer in love with a 25 year old man to be cautious. The note asks how to gain his attention and suggests concern about future commitment. The adviser urges patience, prudence, and self restraint, warning that the mismatch and pursuit may be problematic in troubling times.
A fragmented discussion critiques cosmetic culture and beauty standards. It laments pressure on women to fit idealized bodies while noting that outdated remedies and harsh products can harm skin. The piece muses on vanity, aging, and the relentless pursuit of flawless appearance.
In a fragment from a serialized romance, Lily Lou recalls a night with Ken as she heals from an ankle injury. The young couple meet in secret, facing a looming public separation as Ken writes from the city and flowers arrive. Lily Lou wrestles with love, family duty, and a shared secret.
In a quirky bedtime snippet, Knarf and companions try a magic smoke ring device under a father’s chair. Shadow children, led by Kuurt, perform daring tricks while a lighthearted mischief escalates. A sudden interruption ends the playful scene as a surprising accident closes the tale.
A vintage advertisement touts a tonic claiming over a century of use to rebuild red blood cells and boost health. It warns that fatigue and illness come from low blood strength and urges readers to try the product, highlighting its vegetable-based ingredients and value offer.
A fragment from an early 20th century verse piece by Aline Mehaelis, titled The Rhyming Optimist. The text blends dreamlike imagery with street life and introspection. The speaker recalls quiet streets, distant figures, and the persistence of memory, hinting at personal loss and an unseen forward gaze.
A 1977 reminiscence recalls Medina County deputy sheriff taking a prisoner transport to San Diego. The narrator faced danger as an armed escort, with an ambulance, two Bray horses, and a lone 38 caliber bullet mishap. The arduous 14 day journey included evading a mob and abandoning some gear along the way.
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