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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 15, 1941

Page

11

Brides Brighten S.A. Social Spotlight With Upcoming Weddings

Brides hold the social spotlight in San Antonio as Miss Elizabeth Burnett plans to wed Lieut Chesley Swanner at Central Christian church on October 18. Matron of honor duties will be fulfilled by Mrs. O. R. Burney and Miss Grace Carroll. A tea and shower for Miss Burnett’s honor is planned, date to be announced. The San Antonio Federation of Music Clubs schedules its season opener with a luncheon on September 20 and introduces newly elected officers.

Huth Elizabeth Burnett Robert Lee Burnett Chesley Tases Swanner Randolph Field Central Christian Church Miss Burnett O. R. Burney Maxwwei Ee B San Antonio Federation of Music Clubs Munwal J. T. Boyd Pauline Trieber Muale Club Shirley Sehweiteer Berthoven Music Club Jocelyn Hoelling B Natural Club Robert Kuefoth Jagel Musical Club Allen Francis Frizzell Mary Adele Car Soin Elizabeth Frincel Officuws Retheine Jagei Bon Antonie Doris Lockhart la Counseloy

Married in a Stratford area ceremony marks Lewis family bonds

Mrs Borothy Rice and Mark Leopold wed Saturday evening with Rev F P Buchanan in attendance. Sister Mary Siml served as attendant while Dr Henry N Tedpoeld was best man. The couple, now at 1610 West Pingwwlin Avenue, plan a home in Nekodah Temple area. Second son born to William Cochran Jr. in Houston. Mrs Bell Carushers hosted a luncheon and bridge for Toys for the club. Fenwick Parent-Teacher Association held first exec meeting with new principal Miss Toby West. Business and Professional Women set to meet at the Anthony hotel.

Davahty Wendel Rice Mark Leopold FP. B. Buchanan Mary Siml Henry N. Tedpoeld Leopold West Pingwwlin Avenue Ave William Eac Tre Marin Fenwick Cascelation Eran Woltta Toby West Ryle Holeman Knox

Miss Martin and Roy Ledger Wed At Church

Miss Martin and Roy Ledger wed in a church ceremony with Dr. Perry F. Webb officiating. Bride is daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Alte of Owling and Roy Ledger is son of Mrs. Hazel Graite of Rayton, Texas. The couple will reside at 614 West Reed in Sewonn. The Child North club will meet at 1301 Santa Anna Avenue with Mrs. Raymond Williams co host. Program led by Mrs. J F Hootes on The Young Child Needs Companionship.

Cinivele de. Perry PF. Webb Mfr Robert Alte Owling Edger Hazel Graite Raytot Tesas Mebelis Datsetts Siy Minke Pete Vaine B. Arnold Santa Anna Avenue Raymond Willians J. F. ‘Hootes

Visiting pair and local society notes at Fulton

The article records visitors at Fulton including Mr and Mrs Ganalt and family at the John Fries college, extended travels of Mrs Charles B Pearce in New York, and activities of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars with new members. It mentions J W Fisher returning from Arkansas and social updates from Memorial event schedules and hospitality.

Sam Houston Post Ike ‘Club Mya Eurel Crate Mesraines Meleis Zigher Eayin A Allen Micet Ah & Ie Om Eeelub Relreshssenis

Guatemala Pair In Visiting Mother In Our Town

Mr and Mrs Wills Andrew Springer arrive from Guatemala to visit Mrs Frank Springer in Meridian Mississippi. After a brief stop in San Antonio they plan to go to Carlsbad Caverns before continuing to visit Mrs Springer’s parents in Meridian.

Our Town Wills Andrew Springer Guatemala Mr. Springer Frank Springer San Antonio Carlsbad Caverns Jeter

Outdoor fitness craze stirs campus gossip and mishaps

A fragmented account from a campus column describes female athleticism, gym mishaps, and social reactions. A notable scene features a student testing grip strength that ends with a toppled machine and a cheeky wager. The piece mentions Eleanor Burnett and a rebuilding project led by Monsieur Charmbray affecting town construction.

Lillian Perry Will Study in San Marcos

Miss Lillian Perry daughter of Mr and Mrs Perry plans to study at Southwest State Teachers College in San Marcos after graduating Brack Alridge High School and attending the University of San Antonio. The article notes a meeting of the Woodlawn PTA and outlines programs for the year centered on child defense and youth, with various officers listed and a fashion show at Frost's lace shop.

Lillian Perry San Marcos Southwest State Teachers College San Mares Perry Brackalridge High School University of San Antonio Woodiawn Pol. A Oae Pont BT. A Nelson F. Wimterly W. ST. Young Dinwid Johnson Brusxenna Jack Fragiee Masoum Winsberry Frost Anacada Ram Marlon Pennstes Crain Barbara Cullen Alice Matic Catersan Mary Gl McGown Mary Ann Miller Will Smith Mias Mc-Cat Rosenfeld

Weeber Heilbron nuptials and related society notices

Mrs. Charles Alert Weeber announces the engagement of her daughter Carobeth Weeber to Attest. Ed Heilbron, son of Mrs. Albert Heilbron and the late Tr. Heilbron. The wedding is planned for October 40. Also noted are Daughters of Union Veterans events, a Springdale Day observance, and preparations for the Daughters national convention in Columbus. Other San Antonians attendances and a private gathering at Miss Neylneh’s home are listed.

Charles Alert Weeber Edwerd Heilbron Ale Bert Edward Heilbron Tr. Heilbron Weener Charles Albert Weeber Tor Em Louise Tel Ewing Daughters of Union Veterans Wily Suzanne Crump Mes Ela Flanigan Josepufie J. Bickham Columbus Ohio

Auto Production Faces Huge Slash

The OPM announced December auto output would drop to 804 98 passenger cars per day, far below December 1940’s 306 823. Leon Henderson said the move aims to conserve essential materials for defense, with industry advisory input to guide manufacturing limits.

Washington, Sone OPM Leon Henderson Bia Automotive Defense Industry Advisory Committee

Mine Workers Keep Shafts in Hazleton Strike Action Continues

In Hazleton district, over 10 000 Pennsylvanian coal miners refuse to work as United Mine Workers leaders ordered a stoppage. Attempts to reopen two mines failed as insurgent miners blocked access and a log barricade spread across a highway. Police reported no injuries. BarticaDe barricades were erected and a motorcade event drew the crowds. Brown, district 7 president, broadcast orders for 1000 miners to return to their jobs, but the strike persists with 140 collieries closed in the region since the walkout began last Tuesday.

Uazleton GC. 1. O. United Mine Workers Le~high Valley Coal Company Havleton Elsn Kall Ofmskirts Hivletim Spinal Owder Dre Clare Brown le Wddes Fem

Seamen Plan Strike Spreads Across Major Vessels

John Hawk secretary of the Seamen's International Union announced a wave of strike actions over wartime demands. Pickets halted operations aboard Alcoa Steamship boats Range One Trader Banner Scout New York Caitler Rambler Mobile Alabama and New Orleans tied up. Several cargo ships were headed to bolster bases in the western theatre.

New York Spi John Hawk Stufarae’ International Union Saya Aleady Gulf Coast Hawk Alcoa Steamship Company Rrange- One Trader Banner and Scout Fir New York Fir New York, Fre Caitler and Rambler Mobile Ala Transport New Orleans Calmar Steunship Company Beauresearch

Cotton consumption declines in July total

Washington reports census data showing cotton consumed in July at 874,113 bales of Upland and 214,314 bales of Lint, down from 928,943 bales and 134,006 bales the previous July. In midsummer, consumption by other categories is also noted, reflecting a broad drop from last year.

Washington Buyeau

Selcetees at Normoyle Let Out After Quartermaster Death

Unclear OCR text reports 15 selcetees at Normoyle and forty five senators aged 2a yenry or older discharged from the Normoyle Quartermaster death Monday near a wallaled reserve. Evvett La.

Normoyle

Chapels at Post Open as Scheduled Amid Construction

Six regimental chapels at Fol Sam Housley, built despite delays, were to be turned over Monday afternoon to Mal. G. Te Hazelsine for Rex D. Kitellens. The chapels cost about 144000 each, with one at Dade field and others in the 2nd division. Also delivered were all of Silvers' quarter snack shop, Vincant and Anthony Palva buildings at a 14643 cut, and more structures slated for transfer within 15 days.

Sam Housley Mal. G. Te. Hazelsine Rex D. Kitellens Choe Dade Field Buildi Uy Vincant Anthony Palva W. J. Aldrich Laat Chaxty Baskett Font Barracks An Te Flemary Daymont Boeing Ouiliding Dodd Fieod Recretion Crater

Miners Call Nationwide Strike Over Union Shop Policy

Pittsburgh dispatch reports that about 37 000 coal miners across several states were ordered to strike by district I O U M leaders. The action targets captive mines tied to seven large steel producers including United States Steel, Bethlehem, and Republic, plus Western Pennsylvania and nearby districts. The union seeks a nationwide union shop provision as a condition of employment, with broad participation across states and mines.

Pittsaurgh I. O Unite Mine Workers Ster United States Steel Bathleheny Republic Weitton, Wheeting Crucible Youngstown Pennsylvania Virginia Kentucky Tennesse Patrick Pittchurch Itrles UM. W Salt Soo Thera de Fasgan Rae Wishin Ale Suite Ab Fagan Sein Hanes Pittsburgh Jones and Laughilia Steel Corporation Rouniott Crolive Ithe Paroan Corporatori

Ten inju red in assault attacks on San Antonians

A damaged OCR report details multiple stabbings and injuries across San Antonio streets. Victims include Stella Namires 13 Vargas Street Ben Rizzo 646 South Second Street and others treated at Green Hospital following incidents on Milwaukie and West Commerce streets.

San Antonians Smt Ion Einablo Fayelin Golocnde Alley Green Hospital Itler Porlivio Rips Robert A. Green Hose Phint Milwat Sare Stella Namires Vargas Street Ben Rizzo Meerscheidt Itwulday William Sanders West Ashby Plage West Poplar Newt Zarzanida Melis Reyes San Guts Streee Wis

Gasoline Curfew in Utah Planned

Salt Lake City Sept 15 gasoline dealers in Utah plan a curfew to daylight hours. Most service station operators have agreed to close between dusk and dawn. The Utah Association of Petroleum Dealers suggested hours, with several stations reportedly opposing the plan and considering emergency openings.

My la Utah Association of Petroleum Dealer's

Hundred Vets Meet at Columbus National Encampment

Fewer than a hundred Grand Army of the Republic members gathered in Columbus Ohio for the seventy fifth national encampment. Department commanders met to plan Wednesday parade along with committee sessions and official greetings from Governor Bricker and Mayor Floyd Greely.

Columbus Oto Grand Army of the Republic Oly W. Bricker Q Floyd Greely

Retrial Set for Rancher in Shooting Case

In Comb in District Court a retrial date for rancher Raymand Howards is set after a prior conviction for a fatal shooting was reversed by the state Court of Criminal Appeals. The case, stemming from the January slaying, was ordered for a new trial weeks later.

Rutrla Binjr Per Va Rau Richer Raymand Howards Randaljtet Sokike Cotminad Moyenshey 3 Dudes McCrory Aitare Lgt Rey

Wilkwaids Stage Revue Captivates South Texas

Wilkwaids to stage revue in La Grange and Payette County sale set for October 17 to 19 draws attention across South and Central Texas. Intentions include selecting top girls from several counties, with a Miss Payette reign to be named in Fayette County. Queen’s coronation themed Old South features a luncheon for the queen’s court on October 19. opening day includes a male herb and jamborees event.

LA Grange Beth Als South Texas Sud Nifikmald Vevie Jarnbores Weivone

Pearsall Fair Opens With Queen and Court

Fair County lists its fair events with the Pearsall pageant beginning October 2 at Gurdon fair grounds. Crowned queen is Miss Antelio Martin of Colulla with princess Miss Katherine Lee Keithley of Catulin and duchesses Miss Virginia Lee Daniels, Miss Nora Greer, and other Pearsall school faculty members.

Pearsall Howard Stag Pearsall Frio Cownty Riteter Gurdon Fair Antelio Martin Dughter Mr. and Mes We Martin Colulla Vik Witt Katherine Lee Keithley Catulin Hisses Virginia Lee Daniels Nora Bea Hot Collis Anna Chilre Greer Ho, Greer San Antonio Nasal Pearsall School Petrgall Gieny Gray Lois Bell Muchesses Pearsalk

Funeral Held for Sinton Pioneer

SINTON, Sept. 1 Funeral was held in Sir Paul canninity sunday for Bly Lisey Meadenhall 46 one of its earliest setulwiy of tiny com munity Survivors its widow daughter Mrs. William Weadcnff of San Antonio Sons George B. Murievihall of the army and Joseph and francis Mendenhall of St. Paul brotine ers J Ls RH and A Menden hall of Gove Kanated George Mendenheall of Bellville Kan etree sisters Nts 7 G Rhine of Sh Paul 3 George Tushin ald Mys Re H Thompsan a Gove

Sinton Funewal Bly Lisey Meadenhall William Weadcnff San Antonio George B. Murievihall Army Joseph and Francis Mendenhall St. Paul J. Ls A. ©. Mendenhall Gove George

Parley Called on Subversive Blocks

More than 100 officers from Fay, Cole, and surrounding counties converge for a parley on subversive blocks. The session, arranged by the FT, aims to discuss a crackdown on subversive elements and is led by Ray J and other Bureau of Public Law agents who will disclose topics during the closed meeting.

Harvest Festival 37 Cancelled by Church

Weimar reports St. Machiners church cancels the annual harvest festival planned for September. Parishioners were to gather at the hall for a communal meal and program. Details were to include a bake sale and local entertainment but were not finalized.

Weimar

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