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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1938
Page
21
The Brighter Side by Damon Runyon notes New York police and fire departments collect and refurbish donated toys for dispatch to needy children. Starting years ago, the program aims to double toy collections to about 150,000 for distribution before Christmas, with toys routed through depots and pickup by volunteers.
In Paris, November 20, Hollywood star Marlene Dietrich and French actress Mrs Anguette sought an adventurous evening in Rue de Lappe. Instead of danger, they found neon signs and American swing music from venues run by American orchestras, offering lively nightlife for visitors.
Barrie Ontario November 22 Lady Tweedsmuir wife of the governor general of Canada told the Woman's Canadian club that her husband is too clever at reading detective series He can guess the murderer on the first page She admires detective stories but says he outdoes them in cleverness Lord Tweedsmuir formerly John Buchan is famous worldwide for spy and adventure tales
In Peking and Tientsin Japanese authorities ordered all but ten newspapers and news agencies to shut down, dramatically curtailing press freedom in North China. The measure, carried out through Chinese police, targets major outlets and reduces independent reporting.
Professor Fay-Cooper Cole of the University of Chicago believes North America was first inhabited about 18 000 years ago. He states early men were immigrants arriving roughly 18 100 years ago and notes their culture was less advanced than contemporaries in Europe.
New York report by Dr Frans Kallmann reveals dementia praecox or schizophrenia as inheritable, tied to parental risk and tubercular resistance. Environment may trigger the disease in predisposed individuals. study of 1087 patients links heredity to this form of split personality.
A caravan of 12 motor vehicles powered by wood gas completed a 400 mile trial across the Soviet Union. Organized by the government and reported by Tass, the test aimed to compare running qualities of wood gas motors versus petrol. The route crossed the Urals, Kazakh steppes, Ukraine, and White Rus, with fuel efficiency shown to be much lower for liquid fuels, and all five gas types performing well in the varied terrain.
In Paris a novel headpiece combines a fritter shaped top with a draped cherry red velvet frame. Agnes introduces a Belgian inspired design, blending playful pastry reference with haute couture.
In London, a six month marriage ended in divorce after Cathrine Brooks testified her husband hurled meals into the yard and used a broom against her, walked on laundry, emptied gas from the car, and forced her to sit on the doorstep all night. The judge granted the divorce.
Paris reports the latest swagger coats feature round yokes. Max crafts one in nubia with a one piece round yoke and sleeve caps. Weil makes a black sealskin swagger very full below the round yoke back. A smink coat with a round yoke features a Tuxedo collar and very large full sleeves.
FAIS reports Josepn P. Kennedy, wife of the American ambassador to Great Britain, ordered winter ensembles in black velvet with red accents. The outfit features a black velvet coat trimmed in black satin, a black maracain crepe bodice with red lines, and red pleats at the skirt side.
Marian Martin pattern feature highlights two designs for last minute gifts with wasp waist belts and feminine ruffles. Includes sizing details for small to large, yardage requirements, and how to order pattern 9911 by mail with plain size and address info.
Market reports from Wednesday show a last of month trend with slight drops as growers and buyers await December demand for Christmas trade. No price changes on commission or truckers markets. a California potato carload arrived. holiday returns boost dairy and retail activity with cautious improvement foreseen over the weekend.
President Roosevelt joined a humorous "screwball handicap" at the Little White House in Warm Springs Georgia. Two reporters alternated clubs and throws to play golf while the leader tried straight shots. The pitch-and-bit golfer won by 37 strokes amid lighthearted, crowd-pleasing antics.
The Tight's Christmas Food Show opens Thursday at 2 3 p.m. in the Rote room of the Gunter hotel with a 1 p.m. hall opening and a 2 p.m. program start. Performers include Ben Anderson Gladys Carlson Sterling Waters and others directed by Phil Alexander. Mrs. W. H. Shelton will present foods in a stage kitchen. Free admission with recipe packets and literature for attendees.
Paris report on garish silk scarves seen at water resort fashion display. Vera Bored and Hediy Jacsey IlKy Tishida wear neck scarves with vivid prints, paired with silk outfits, in Abin and surrounding scenes. The piece notes stylish scarfs framing necklines amid resort wardrobe.
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