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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1941
Page
5
A fragment from a late scene shows Chico confessing love to Darley, admitting ambition and caution. Darley gently rebuffs a brash commitment while sustaining compassion, and a shadowy figure comments on charm as the scene hints at ongoing intrigue among Gorse, Lacey, and others. To Be Continued.
Misses Virginia Mathews and Genie Tits returned to the University of Texas Monday after a weekend visit with their respective parents Mrs. John L. Matmess and Mrs. Charles R.
An OCR fragment markets a pain relief product named BC and HC formulas claiming rapid relief for headaches neuralgia and muscular pains. It mentions quick absorption and warns to use as directed and consult a physician for ongoing pains.
Fragmented text advertises pattern items with numbers like 12 14 16 18 20 and mentions four yards 35 and a request to send details to the Pattern Repairment in San Antonio. Includes plea for a free glove and bell pattern for all ages.
Mrs. W. F. Bateman, program chairman for the Philharmonic Music club, will preside over a meeting at the Aurora hotel Tuesday morning. The program features a McDowell piece performed by the ladies chorus directed by Charles Stone, with luncheon hostesses listed.
A long OCR fragment lists numerous San Antonio group meetings for Monday through Friday. It includes sororities, music teachers association, Ladies circles, St Marks Guild, Alpha Phi alumnae, St Elizabeth society, Drionians, Catholic women, St Anthony hotel events, Pauline Nelson PTA, Glee Club, and Presbyterian and Protestant church groups. It notes locations such as 615 West Woodlawn Avenue, 414 Virginia Boulevard, 322 Cardinsi Gen. D. 8 Staley Circle, 114 Best Commerce Street, Menger Hotel, and St. Anthony Hotel, with times mostly in the afternoon and evening. It mentions a Pauline Nelson PTA meeting, a play presentation, and a community chest discussion, plus social events and introductions at various gatherings.
A nostalgic column argues for shared home life and emotional balance in marriage. It urges husbands and wives to co-create comfort, granting the husband a personal space to be himself, while ensuring the wife contributes to a welcoming home environment. The piece stresses partnership over rigid roles and promotes mutual respect in domestic decisions.
The item lists scattered military assignments and entertainment links. George CG Nix, formerly of Satty navy, associated with Soldiers in White, travels from Antonio to Monteipal auditorium, Las Vegas, and North Carolina. Plans for Hollywood film Bhakt-clad Wilam D Hutchins appear. Other names include Bruce Aycock, Jack Spraenr, Roland Douglas, George Molteni, and N Guerra. No Fort Sam Houston casting yet.
Tuesday events at La Fonda and St Anthony Hotel feature Mrs Ragsdale Brantley and Mrs Zulker hosting gatherings in honor of Miss Jennie Mae Jacobs and Miss Mildred Scharlack. Meaty Hardin Baylor college hosts a sophomore led entertainment committee event for freshmen by Alpha Beta Gamma societies in the afternoon.
A quaint hand crafted patchwork serving tray is described as a Christmas present idea. Instructions include assembling a landscape scene on plywood with a wooden frame, glass, and cardboard insert including a four-page booklet for further projects. Send 5 cents for the booklet to the San Antonio Light Home Institute.
Miss Jordan daughter of Mr and Mrs Wilson Jordan of Iredy became the bride of Robert Bowen Jr of Coleman in a Sunday night ceremony at the First Methodist Church in Brady. The gown was ivory with a long train and bouquet of white gardenias. Bridesmaids wore bronze and green satin, best man was Gloria Hill, groomsmen included Robert Horne and J Ty McCord, reception followed at Brady hotel, bride a UT graduate and member of Kappa Kappa Gamma.
The Fannin School P T A sponsors a membership drive under Mrs J Boba, chairwoman, ending October 17. Appointed chairmen will handle supper and Halloween events on October 01 at the school, including chili, tamales, hot dogs, cake and coffee, soda, fish pond, candy and ice cream. An executive meeting is planned for Monday, October 20, with the regular P T A meeting Friday, October 25 at 2 p.m. A Catholic Women’s Association board meets Tuesday at 4:45 p.m. at 209 North Alamo. A recognition service for new members is set for Tuesday at the Young Business Women's club meeting, following the 6:15 welcome dinner, conducted by Miss Mixy Frances Card. New members listed include Theling Goss, Frances Ruerville Jotes, Lupe Heredia, Mary Elizabeth Loeber, Fontela Baird, Angelicia Herrera, Edith Deoden, Dorothy Conyers, Isaie Salas, Magdalen Davis, Thelma Starks, and Ruth Almgren with a piano solo and review by Fontella Baird. A social hour follows under Miss Una White. Allonia Teachers council meets 4 p.m. Tuesday at the Dan Antonio Vocational and Technical School, with Mrs Lily Marshall presiding.
Housewatching guides describe a typical housewarming with tea or buffet formats, inviting guests for hours around six, and decorating with a pretty table. It covers simple menus, service roles, centerpiece setup, and end-of-party notes including post-event thanks.
A vintage guide discusses mascara application for different hair colors, recommending solid or cream forms, brushing technique, and color choices. It notes not to overdo the look, avoid black for brunettes or redheads, and suggests brown for lighter hair. A social event at the Plaza hotel with Miss Constance Alloa is mentioned.
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