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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 25, 1940

Page

9

Brinda’s Morning Dilemma Amid Dancers and Demands

Brinda wakes amid rumors of love and allegiance involving Vaslav and Dick. A gift of orchids signals a risky path between romance and war duty as she weighs loyalty to Sir John and Aunt Vick against a dangerous attraction. Mata Hari lingers in memory as Brinda navigates intrigue.

Brinda Gladys Prince Vaslav Mountayn Vaslsy London Vaslay Tick Wile Dick Allent Vassar Iys Ter Tury Miss Bands Ike Vaaliy Torres Sir Jdim England Price Vatluy Sees Wertine Sir John Vasinv Bof Wade Allel Hersef Milang Brin- Ga Rosemy Brin Gladys Trou Vaslav Aunt Vick Thhose Gaardian Mata Hari Sandy Mata Sarl Jost

Dramatic wartime thriller scene at sea port

A fragmented wartime narrative follows Brinda as she plans a risky voyage to intercept a Nazi vessel. She trusts an internal instinct, leverages a private passport, and navigates suspicion among port officials while a submarine threat looms. The scene ends with the ship ready to sail.

Sandy John Mons Lisa Anile Vanram Que Nes Brinda Southampton

Mrs Welder in Goris for Week End

Mrs Welder visits Goris for the weekend with family and friends. The text mentions Mrs Rober Welter and Mrs C D Ede Ward in connection with local events. The language is garbled but indicates social notices and gatherings in Corpus Christi or nearby.

Robert Welder Goris Rober Welter Corpus Christy C. D. Ede Jana Te

Heart-Warming News for Chilly People

PRUNELLA WOOD promotes new warm fife breakups designed for chilly weather. The garments cling to the figure, offer warmth with soft wool, and are marketed for football games and outdoor pursuits.

Prunella Wood Blizdards Wlaktic Isetts

Beauty Hints on Grooming and Hygiene for Hair Care

A health column urges extreme cleanliness of hair and scalp citing doctors Morris Sdoore and Roy Elle af) 8. Louis who link dandruff to germs. It advises soap suds, clean toilet articles, and using combs or brushes only once then dipping in antiseptic solution. It notes water intake, fluid balance, and tips to improve skin texture and digestion.

Mso Morris Sdoore Roy Elle Louis

Luncheon Hostess Mrs Bambaugh Holds Guyster Luncheon

Mrs Howard Bambaugh hosted a luncheon for guyster guests at the Bright Shawl with Mestamos Charlotte Moore Harry Gath and RL Layfield. The note mentions Thanksgiving holidays with his grandparents Mr and Mrs J W Barnes at Shreveport and a Sunday evening theme.

Howard Bambaugh Charlotte Moore Harry Gath RL. Layfield John TR. Bhay Hy Nother Shaw J. W. ‘Brrnes Shreveport

Table Talks By Mildrey Modern marketing shapes meat cuts

Thanks to modern marketing methods meat can be portioned to serve any crowd. A frown roast yields four to five servings and two rib sections can extend the dish for larger gatherings. Pork crown roast can be cut to any size and still present a festive centerpiece.

Crown roast with chestnut stuffing featured in old pattern ad

The pattern section explains a crown roast from the rib section, stuffed and roasted on a rack with no water addition. Chestnut stuffing details include chestnuts boiled, mashed, bread crumbs, sausage, celery, onion, thyme, marjoram, and spices. Also includes an orange cider jelly dessert with layered fruit.

FEY

Christmas Gift Dilemma Explored by Mrs Beckman

In a letter from a reader, Mrs Cornelius Beckman discusses whether to exchange gifts during tough budgets and changing friendships. She argues gifts should bring joy and not burden the giver, favoring thoughtful notes or small tokens over costly items, and cites cheerfully given gifts as truer to the spirit of Christmas.

Cornelius Beckman Jane

Miss Stafford Spends Thanksgiving in Dallas

Miss Stafford a University of Texas student spent Thanksgiving in Dallas as a guest of Miss Alice Cochran an Alpha Phi sister. Stafford is described as a Bluechannel wall philominer.

Miss Stafford Dallas Larlie Gray Stafford University of Texas Alice Cochran Alpha Phi Stafford

Advice to Lovelorn By HEATRICE FATRYAX

Dear Migg Fairfax offers guidance on love troubles and meddling friends. A reader questions telling a woman about her husband’s infidelity while another asks about a romance with a man who avoids bringing her home. Fairfax urges careful, respectful handling and etiquette, noting risks of interference and the need for clear feelings.

Heatrice Fatryax Migg Fairfax Janother Spo Mise Fairfox Tia Jale King Feas Bend. Inc

Mrs Seeligson and son to entertain at breakfast

Mrs Seigleon and her son Arthur Jr will be at a holiday breakfast on December 22. Miss Monnie Barclay, Miss Clay West Burns, and Miss Mary Deacy of Albany are mentioned as attendees. Arthur Jr, a Yale student, will be home for the holidays for the event.

Arthur Seelignon Arthur Jr Monnie Barclay Clay West Burns Mary Deacy Albany Yale

Engagement announcement for Micado Evangelina Revilla and Isauro Saldivar Jr

Mr and Mrs Jose Revilla announce the engagement of their daughter Micado Evangelina to Isauro Saldivar Jr of Torreon Mexico. Isauro son of Mr and Mrs Isauro Saldivar Tapa of Torreon Monterrey New Leon Mexico. The wedding will be Sunday December 10 in the chapel of the Ursuline convent with a reception at the Gunter hotel. The bride attended Ursuline academy and incarnate Word college while Isauro studied in Mexico City and Monterrey. They will make their home in Torreon.

Jose Revilla, Nunes Micado Evangelina Isauro Saldivar Jr Torreon Coxhalis Mexico Mits Isauro Saldivar Tapa Monterrey N. Leon Uratline

Club Calendar and Local Social Notes in San Antonio

A crowded club schedule lists meetings from Statcheptey O E to the Delphian round table and local groups at Municipal auditorium and Plaza hotel. Social items mention a Little Theater Group party after a December 2 opening at the San Pedro May house and a house shower for Mrs Corwin Riddell in Olmos Park with pastel decorations and bridge prizes.

Statcheptey O. E Naty Mothers’ Club Municipal Auditorium Mothers Club St. Mary's School Lantana Garden Club Cd, Smith Parenta Larsar Pata Delphian Round Table

Social Calendar for Los Angeles Debutantes and Receptions

Monday evening social events include Mr and Mrs Hull hosting an open house to honor a silver wedding anniversary, luncheon for Miss Dolly Kunla, and a luncheon at Mrs Hiram Purtee’s home for Miss Lou Ellen Goodwin and brides elect Miss Margaret Bosshardt. Mrs Frank Bosshardt hosts a 12:30 luncheon with Jusidheon at La Fonda. At San Pern Playhouse a performance by Isaac Stern is noted.

and Bors Hull Younghinod Hiram Purtee Her Hols Dolly Kunla W. QO. Holland Misa Lou Zllen Goodwin Frank Bosshardt Margaret Bosshard la Fonda Compl Torney Mary Gragg

Mrs J L Dickman Visits Parents For Holidays

Mrs Joseph L Dickman arrives from Riverside California to visit her parents Mr and Mrs J F Taylor through the holiday season. She will be joined by her husband Letterman Dickman who flies from March Field arriving December 2 to spend Christmas. Mr and Mrs Taylor host the weekend reception as Mr and Mrs Carl F Crofford of Dallas also visit briefly while Mrs Crofford stays in Dallas.

Joseph L. Dickman Riverside Calif Visi J. F. Taylor Dickman Letterman Dickman Marchfield Helen Taylor Snd Taylor Glad Carl F. Crofford Dallas Grofford Crofford

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