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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1944

Page

12

Jon the Side By EB Darling Dictated by King Fearnes Syndicate

A fragment from a Mayfair column features letters and editorials on social vanity and gossip. It mentions a Manhattan bachelor, references to Frances Langford, Audax, and urban parks, and hints at contemporary cultural chatter without a clear single event.

Jon Darling King Fearnes Syndicate Manhattan Shisva Jay Bharti Efivne Iverica Frances Langford Epirifort Feilsialy

Missing Woman Proposals and May Marriage Myths

A chaotic column blends social tips and light gossip. It mentions a pregnancy massage product called Mothers friend, dating jokes about proposals, May marriages, and street fashion debates. The piece also notes a court arraignment for Ousmira Sanchez on a tax or registering charge, with local names and places in California.

Time to adopt a 24 hour day and metric system

A letter argues for adopting the 24 hour clock nationwide and embracing the metric system. It cites Army and Navy practice, airline surveys showing 69 percent support, and wartime use by American troops. Proposes dual mile and kilometer highway signage to ease transition and foster international goodwill.

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Man Catches Thief in Act During Odd Late Night Theft Spree

A man caught a thief in the act near his home and held him until police arrived. The suspect, a 22 year old Mexican man, was identified by a manager from a nearby establishment as the same individual who previously failed to return change from a $20 bill. In separate reports, residents reported thefts including $54, $5, and items like blankets and a lawn mower from several nearby homes. The incidents occurred in the late hours after midnight, prompting police to investigate connections among these robberies.

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Westbrook Pegler on Negro Reporters and Campaign Travel

A first campaign trip with a presidential candidate casts light on race relations and press. Julius Adams of the Amsterdam News and Ralph Matthews of Afro American travel with the Dewey procession, discussing chances for better job access for Black workers and a shift toward more collegial dialogue across races. The piece notes the reporters’ professionalism and a cautious hope for reduced racial tension in postwar America.

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Patterned boys clothing and home craft patterns offered

The ad promotes Pattern 9022 for boys in wool, cotton, or corduroy Pathan gozz with sizes 2, 4, 4, 6, 8 and yardage details. It advertises a 26 cent pattern plus 20 cents for pattern orders to San Antonio Texas, and adds a 15 cent book offer including bed jacket patterns. Also notes resignation of a local justice of the peace and staff continuity plans.

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Drum Celebrates Grandchild Amid Turbulent Times

A fragmented notice recalls General Drum and his trooper days, noting a joyous moment as his daughter bears a son. The garbled text hints at reflections on character and memory, with fleeting references to old campaigns and a maritime or travel context.

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