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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1911

Page

9

Twin Spy in Rebel Hands and a Nurse of Hope

During the Vicksburg siege two Pennsylvanians twins Tom and Edward aid a Union spy escape. Edward learns of Mabel Murfree who saved his life and spirits him to safety, while Tom's courage earns Mabel's affection as the city falls and they part with promises of a future together.

Paul Monier Fort Sumter Tom Vicksburg Agnes Mabel Miss Murfree Mabel Murfree Judge Murfree Tom Atherton Edward Grant

Fraser Tailor Promotes Self-Respect Through Proper Attire

Fraser, a tailor, states that correct clothes foster self-respect in wearers and that his store helps make self-respect general in the city.

Fraser

Texas to Exhibit Dry Farm Products at Colorado Springs

Texas will send an exhibit to the World Exposition of Dry-farmed Products in Colorado Springs during the Sixth International Dry Farming congress and the International Congress of Farm Women October 16-20. Secretary John T. Burns announced the plan with J. R. McKinnie offering a $250 trophy for the best display. Texas aims to showcase dry-farm products and will supply delegates and speakers for the international conference on October 16.

Colorado Springs Col Texas John T. Burns J. R. MecKinnie Colorado Canada Nebraska Dakotas New Mexico Oklahoma Washington Idaho Montana Wyoming Utah Oregon California Department of Agriculture International Conference of Agricultural Colleges and Experiment Stations

Pre nuptial luncheon honors Celia Wrather at local cafe

A luncheon for Miss Celia Wrather featured a Dresden vase centerpiece and pink rose garlands. Attendants included Matron of honor Mrs. Rowland and maid Miss Holmgreen, with bridesmaids Virginia Wheat Minnie Simmons Anne Copeland. Also noted were wedding notices for Max Schelper and Nellie Whitewood in Almond New York and various social events and arrivals.

Celia Wrather J. Z. Wheat Robert A. Rowland Ethel Holmgreen Virginia Wheat Minnie Simmons Anne Copeland Lawrence Eastland Hillsboro Fred Tips Guenther Froebel Charles Janin Joe Ryan Charles Dickson

Beautify the Complexion with Nadinola Cream

A vintage advertisement claims Nadinola Cream banishes tan sallowness freckles pimples liver spots and facial discolorations. Promises worst case in twenty days leaves skin clear soft healthy and beautiful with directions and guarantee in each package. Available at high class toilet counters or by mail from National Toilet Company Paris Tenn.

Wational Toilet Company Paris Tenn

Fraser Seeks to Improve Attire for Patrons This Year

Fraser, a tailor, states that dressing a little better than last year is a fine aspiration and every patron of the store will realize it.

Fraser

Marriage Licenses Issued in 24 Hours

Licenses issued in the 24 hours ending yesterday noon include Leon Aartinez and Alicia Gonzales Leonard A Armhurst and Marguerite Crawford Frederick A Kipp and Edith M Hicks.

Leon Aartinez Alicia Gonzaes Leonard A. Armhurst Marguerite Crawford Frederick A. Kipp Edith M. Hicks

Texans Vacationing in Colorado Springs and Pike's Peak Region

Among the Texans spending the summer at Colorado Springs, Manitou, and the Pike's Peak region are Fred Rogers and family of Corpus Christi, J. W. Watson and wife of San Antonio, Mrs. John A. Sturgis of Taylor, and Mr. Stiles and Mrs. J. E. Stiles of Taylor.

Colorado Springs Manitou Pike’s Peak Region Fred Rogers Corpus Christi J. W. Watson San Antonio Taylor Stiles J. E. Stiles

Celia Wrather Hosts Luncheon for Wedding Attendants

Miss Celia Wrather will give a luncheon for her wedding attendants at her Main avenue home starting at 1 o clock tomorrow. This public notice notes the event as part of wedding preparations.

Celia Wrather Main Avenue

Farewell party given by Miss Janie Stapp in Dodge City

Miss Janie Stapp hosted a farewell gathering at her West Johnson street home last evening. Guests included many local residents and families such as Pearl Hearn Carle Rusey Ruby Hopp er Stella Smith Hazel Robinson Beatrice Ritsey Helen Weber and others. refreshments were served and the hostess was assisted by Miss Helen Weber and Mrs Sidney Smith.

Janie Stapp West Johnson Street Pearl Hearn Carle Rusey Ruby Hopper Stella Smith Hazel Robinson Beatrice Ritsey Helen Weber Mary Scherle Norma Shopmire Frieda Lee Ruby Weber Lottie Halfin Lila Shopmire Ethel Vickers Katherine Smith Clara Heubaum Ruth Weber Frances Smith Nadine Weber Lillian Smith Nellie Stapp Lester Hearn Charlie Scherle Alfred Hopper Homer Hearn Edwin Dobson E. A. Stapp George Mandry Dennis Parker Gordon Mumble Charlie Lee Donald Weber Bryan Stapp Florence Smith Elbert Stapp Sidney Smith Bennie Pricke Otto Smith A. P. Stapp

Orchestra Entertained at Hart Residence San Antonio

The San Antonio Mandolin and Guitar orchestra entertained at Mr. and Mrs. E. Hart’s home on Belvin street under Prof. L. J. Schuetze. The program featured vocal solos by Meltoni Lehne Nagel Schuetze and others with refreshments served after. Attendees included Mrs. Hart Mrs. Turner Mrs. Aspreon Miss Lehne Nagel Schuetze Bennett Gleaser Burris Rowley Jonas Hart Varga Tashinger Pyle Nagel Blanchard Rapp Derr Peters Kuehn Cathee Cather and Schuetze.

San Antonio Carl Cathee Harold Cather L. J. Schuetze

Edith Raybould to entertain U T D C club at Hays Street

Miss Edith Raybould will host entertainment for the U T D C club this evening at her home on Hays Street.

Edith Raybould Hays Street

San Souci Club Meets Saturday at Bataglia Home

The San Souci club will meet Saturday at the home of the Misses Bataglia. Members are expected to discuss upcoming events and plan social activities.

San Souci Club Battaglia

Officers Elected by Central Woman's Christian Temperance Union

The Central Woman's Christian Temperance union held a meeting at Mrs. A. R. Byrd's home and elected officers including District president Mrs. B. R. Abernathy and president Mrs. T. J. Lane. Vice presidents were named for districts and roles include superintendent of medal contests and Sunday schools.

Central Woman's Christian Temperance Union A. R. Byrd B. R. Abernathy T. J. Lane T. J. Smith Donaldson Stevens Kirby Daniel Carter B. A

Mothers and social work highlighted in church league notes

A church league meeting reviewed anti narcotics work led by Mrs J P Fink and mothers work by Mrs Katherine H Haynes Mrs Fred Smith and others including flower mission and parliamentary usages led by several members. The program also covered social work music and literature with contributions from Mrs Morris Mrs McKenna and Mrs Scott.

J. P. Fink Katherine H. Haynes Fred Smith C. M. Stone B. Z. Klock Q. H. Spier A. A. Thomas Morris McKenna Scott

Robber Foiled at Laurel Bank by Cashier Shots

A masked man robbed Citizens' National Bank in Laurel Maryland but fled after Cashier Walters fired two shots. The teller refused to hand over the money and the would be robber escaped without loot.

Associated Press Laurel Citizens’ National Bank Walters

New Train Service to Sutherland Springs Weekend Outing

Special trains leave Sunday for Sutherland Springs at 9am and 2pm with return at 7:30pm. Round trip fare is 60 cents. City crowds, many unfamiliar with the resort, will likely ride for the open-air sulphur pool, fine fishing, and bathing facilities.

Sutherland Springs

Royal Theater Bill Delivers Clean Comedy and Music

At the Royal theater a varied bill promises laughs for San Antonio audiences with Rome and Ferguson, Doc Rice and Britt Wood delivering fresh humor and clean entertainment. The Fuast trio and Manning Twins add top musical and tumbling acts as Chicago acts arrive to boost weekly shows. Royal orchestra performs daily at the Saratoga restaurant.

San Antonio Royal Theater Rome Ferguson Doc Rice Britt Wood Rice Fuast Manning Twins Chicago

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Maslin Underwear the Light's Daily East Houston Street Katherine M. Joseph Muth’s Garden Fort Sam Houston J. C. Wheat Wrather-Holmgreen St. Mark's J. W Woodson Woman's Missionary Society Madison Square Presbyterian Church Almond N. Y Max Schelper Nellie Whitewood Luther Whitewood Schelper Wallace W. Gushee N. L. Petrich Claude King Erna Schelper City Hospital Wilkes-Barre Po. m August A. Holmegreen August Jr Tarpon A. P. Calhoun New York Corinne Frances Krueger Walter Harold Krueger O. W. Hartman Amelia Elizabeth Dulling A. F. Dignowity James Carrol Smith Hearne Listen Belpo Pender Mexico Herne Staffel Miss Krueger Eleanor Foster American Woman's League M. C. Vance International Club Della R. Burnett A. M. Bishop Galesburg Ill Elizabeth Harrison Bulgaria Hertzberg’s Blum Choice Emil Blum CO the Royal Royal Orchestra Saratoga Restaurant Eitas Enter & E Rosenbe W. Houston ST America G. A. Duerder Manufacturing
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