Emmanuel "Manuel" Jacomo Glaros
Born December 27, 1885 [WWI & WWII DR January 1, 1885] Nicaria, Greece
Died October 8, 1949 near Port O'Connor, Calhoun County, Texas
Buried Forest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris County, Texas

Katy M. Lakios Glaros
Born February 13, 1891 Ikaria, Greece
Died May 5, 1976, 2343 Shakespeare, Houston, Harris County, Texas
Daughter of John Lakios and Mary Stephens Lakios
Buried Forest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris County, Texas

Children:
Aspacia Glaros born August 23, 1909 Greece married Paul S. Pavlides
Mary Glaros born May 27, 1914 Texas, married Michael Harry Sotiriades (February 16, 1946 - May 28, 1970)
John Glaros born September 21, 1915 Texas
Helen Glaros Glaros born Jun 18, 1918 Palacios Matagorda County, Texas
Elizabeth Lily Glaros born July 16, 1922 Palacios Matagorda County, Texas
Jack Manuel Glaros born July 27, 1924 Palacios, Matagorda County, Texas
Eunice Glaros born October 12, 1925 Palacios, Matagorda County, Texas

WWI Draft Registration
Medium height, Medium build, Grey eyes and Brown hair, one short leg

1920 Census - Texas - Palacios
Manuel Glaros, head, age 34, b Greece, Immigrated 1900, Naturalized 1911, Engineer-Ice Plant
Katy Glaros, wife, age 29, b Greece, Immigrated 1913, Naturalized 1913
Asphcea Glaros, daughter, age 10, b Greece, Immigrated 1913, Naturalized 1913
Mary Glaros, daughter, age 5, b Texas
John Glaros, son, age 4 3/12, b Texas
Helen Glaros, daughter, age 1 5/12, b Texas

1930 Census - Texas - Palacios
Manuel Glaros, head, age 45, b Greece, married at age 24, arrival in US 1903, naturalized, Manager-Ice Plant, Value of home $6,000
Katie M. Glaros, wife, age 39, b Greece, married at age 18, arrival in US 1906, naturalized
Aspacia Glaros, daughter, age 20, b Greece, arrive in US 1912, naturalized
Mary Glaros, daughter, age 15, b Texas
John Glaros, son, age 14, b Texas
Hellen Glaros, son, age 11, b Texas
Elizabeth Glaros, daughter, age 7, b Texas
Jack Glaros, son, age 5, b Texas
Eunice Glaros, daughter, age 4 b Texas

1940 Census - Texas - Palacios
Manuel Glaros, head, age 55, b Greece
Katy Glaros, wife, age 50, b Greece
John Glaros, son, age 24, b Texas
Elizabeth Glaros, daughter, age 17, b Texas
Jack Glaros, son, age 15, b Texas
Eunice Glaros, daughter, age 14, b Texas
Harry Sotiriades, son-in-law, age 27, b Texas
Mary Sotiriades, daughter, age 25, b Texas
Yvonne Sotiriades, granddaughter, age 2, b Texas

1951 Houston City Directory
Glaros, Constance B. Mrs. typ VA residence 2202 Southmore Ave.
Glaros, Ellis M. bookkeeper, Roland Tracy Co.
Glaros, Eunice, clerk Sinclair Oil & Gas
Glaros, Jack M. (Constance B.) bookkeeper, Second National Bank
Glaros, Katy (widow Manuel J.)
 

Manuel Glaros Dies Suddenly In Houston

Palacios citizens were shocked and grieved Saturday when the news came that Mr. M. Glaros had passed away early that morning in Houston.

Mr. Glaros came to Palacios in 1909 and in March, 1920, he purchased the Palacios Ice Plant which he continued to operate until September 27, 1945, when he disposed of it to the City of Palacios to convert into a Quick Freezing Plant.

In October of 1946 he moved with his family to Houston where he had purchased a home but still loved Palacios and enjoyed coming back to visit his friends at every opportunity.

Emmanuel J. Glaros, 63, was born in Ikaria, Greece and died in Houston, October 8, 1949. He was a member of the Hellenic Orthodox Church; Alexander the Great Lodge; A. H. E. P. A. and Marco Botsari Lodge G. A. P. A.

Surviving are his wife Mrs. Katy Glaros of Houston; five daughters, Mrs. P. S. Pavlides, Mrs. Harry Satiriades, Miss Eunice Glaros and Miss Elizabeth Glaros all of Houston, Mrs. William Kandis of Victoria; two sons, Dr. John M. Glaros of Weslaco and Jack Glaros of Houston; two sisters, Mrs. Sesteni Mazari and Mrs. Astasia Andrakis, both of Greece; a brother, Nick J. Glaros of Pittsburg; and eight grandchildren.

Funeral services were held in the home at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon followed by services at the Hellenic Orthodox Church.

Palacios Beacon, October 10, 1949

Photo courtesy of Find A Grave volunteer Cecil Vaden Jr. #46998439
 

Glaros Family Plot
Forest Park Lawndale, Houston, Harris County, Texas

Photo courtesy of Find A Grave volunteer Cecil Vaden Jr. #46998439
 

Katy M. Glaros

Photo courtesy of Find A Grave volunteer Cecil Vaden Jr. #46998439
 

Home where Katy was living at the time of her death. 2343 Shakespeare Street, Houston, Texas.

GLAROS-LAKIOS.--Port Lavaca, Texas, August 31.--Manuel Glaros and Miss Katie Lakios were married at 8:30 o'clock yesterday morning. This young couple are members of prominent Greek families in this city.

Houston Post, September 1, 1908
 

LAUNCH DENA H makes round trip every day except Sunday between Port Lavaca and Palacios. Connects with Port Lavaca trains both ways. Leaves Palacios at 7:30 a. m.; leaves Port Lavaca at 3 p. m. Special rates to B. Y. P. U. visitors. M. Glaros, Master, Palacios, Texas

San Antonio Express, July 29, 1911
 

The launch, Dena H., Manuel Glaros master, has been thoroughly overhauled and improved until it is the best boat on the bay in this part of the country. It was used for the trip to Portsmouth on Sunday with the land excursion party and made a fine record for herself and her master. She is in the trade for private parties and any who want a safe trip should inspect her.

The Palacios Beacon, August 25, 1911
 

Photo courtesy of Ethel Williams
 

The large power launch "Dena H." which was burned last week near Port Lavaca, was partially covered by insurance. The loss though will be quite a good deal, says the owner, Capt. Manual Glaros.

Reprinted in The Palacios Beacon, November 17, 1911
 

Manuel Glaros is adding some new tanks and other improvements at the ice plant this week, which will help materially when the warmer weather comes.

Palacios Beacon, May 6, 1921
 

Manuel Glaros has bought the Trego home on South Bay near the light plant, and Mr. and Mrs. Earl Grant and family who have been occupying the property will remove into their residence property near the Presbyterian church.

Palacios Beacon, September 30, 1921
 

Mr. Manual Glaros and family spent Christmas week in Kingsville with Mrs. Glaros' mother.

Palacios Beacon, January 6, 1922
 

Realty Transfers Recorded During Quarter
December

Dec. 8--Clara C. Trego to Manuel Glaros, a strip of land off of lots 2, 3 & 5 feet off of lot 4 blk 73 Palacios. W. D......$1,200.00

Palacios Beacon, January 13, 1922
 

A fine baby girl came early Sunday morning to gladden the home of Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Glaros. --Palacios Beacon, July 21, 1922
 

About the middle of the morning yesterday the fire bell gave forth its warning and in less time than it takes to tell it the fire boys had the fire hose on its way. Then came the glad tidings that the fire had been extinguished. The fire was at the ice plant, but with the excellent fire-fighting apparatus that Mr. Glaros has in the plant and which is always in perfect readiness, it is a small matter for them to take care of a fire and soon put it out.

Palacios Beacon, February 2, 1923
 

The Junior C. E's. had the pleasure of a lawn party last Saturday afternoon home of Aspesia Glaros. After enjoying the out-door games under the direction of Mrs. Curtis and Miss Madge Clement, light refreshments were served.

Palacios Beacon, March 16, 1923
 

Manuel Glaros returned Friday afternoon from a trip to Dallas where he purchased a new engine for his ice plant and will have it installed before the busiest part of the season opens. Mr. Glaros has a modern, sanitary, up-to-date plant and spares neither effort nor expense to keep it a top-notcher. He has a fine large refrigerating room that is a great convenience to those wishing to store perishable products.

Palacios Beacon, May 25, 1923
 

Mrs. Mary McMeiles, of Kingsville, arrived Wednesday and is the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Manuel Glaros and family.

Palacios Beacon, June 22, 1923
 

Ulvan Aldrich Buys "Manhattan Cafe."

The Manhattan Cafe has this week changed hands, the former proprietor, Uncle Jack Glaros, selling to Mr. Ulvin Alrich. This is not altogether a new venture for Ulvin, for he has had two years experience in the restaurant business and for years has been the genial proprietor of the confectionery. Ulvin may in a way shine in reflected glory for he is a nephew of H. C. Weed the famous restaurant man of the early days in Palacios. The name of the restaurant will be changed to the "Aldrich Cafe." They will serve plate lunches at the noon hour and short orders at other times.

Palacios Beacon, August 31, 1923
 

Manuel Glaros motored to Kingsville Sunday to spend part of the day with relatives.

"Uncle" Jack Glaros left Saturday for Baltimore, Maryland, for an extended visit with his son and other friends.

Palacios Beacon, September 7, 1923
 

Uncle "Jack" Glaros returned from a visit to his son near Pittsburg, Sunday. He brought his daughter-in-law and her children here for the winter months.

Palacios Beacon, October 26, 1923
 

Manuel Glaros, accompanied by his daughter, Miss Aspacia, spent the latter part of last week in Galveston. Miss Aspacia stopped over in Houston for a few days visit with relatives returning home Monday.

Palacios Beacon, October 27, 1927
 

Miss Aspaica Glaros was hostess to the members of the Senior Class on last Friday evening. The Hallowe'en season was used in decorations and entertainment, also refreshments and the jolly crowd of these young people had an evening of great pleasure.

Palacios Beacon, November 3, 1927
 

The new boat, Miss University, belonging to M. Glaros, was launched Tuesday. It will be used in the shrimp industry.

Palacios Beacon, September 6, 1928
 

Off To School

Palacio has a goodly number of young people going away to places of higher learning this fall and among them we note the following...Aspacia Glaros, Business College, Houston...

Palacios Beacon, September 13, 1928
 

Date of Funeral Changed

On account of relatives coming from a distance the funeral of Jacomo Glaros will not be held this afternoon, as cards which have been distributed over town announced, but will be held on Monday, October 1st, at 3 p. m., at the home of his son, Manuel Glaros.

Palacios Beacon, September 27, 1928
 

Jacomo Glaros

Jacomo Glaros, son of Manuel and Aspasia Glaros, was born in 1861, on the Island, Ikarea, Greece, (the Island which is so well known to all lovers of Greek mythology, especially by the story of the Dadellous and Isarus.) He graduated from the Naval Institute at Athens, Greece, receiving his diploma at the age of twenty and was then able to navigate the Seven Seas on his own vessel. In 1881 he married Mary Cafus and to this union were born five children, three boys and two girls.

In 1894, at the age of thirty-three, he emigrated to America making his home in New York City for one year, then came to Galveston, then later to Port Lavaca, where he operated a bakery and grocery store. In 1910 he came to Palacios and made this his home until his death, Thursday, Sept. 27, enjoying life while working on his little farm--when engaged in restaurant business--and on his boats. He was of a very happy disposition and was loved and respected by young and old.

He was never happier than when on his boats, and was privileged to die as he had lived most of his life--on his boat.

He was a member of the Orthodox Greek Church.

Since coming to Palacios he has made his home with his son, Manuel and family, where he will be so sadly missed. It has been mostly through his training that the children in this home have gained their knowledge of Greek song and story.

He is survived by his wife, and daughters, Esther and Aspasia, who still live in Greece, son Nick of of Brackenridge, Pa., son Manuel, of Palacios, cousin Leo, of Palacios and twenty-three grandchildren.

[Died at Port O'Connor, Calhoun County, Texas]

Card of Thanks

We desire to express our deepest thanks to all who were so kind and thoughtful of us during our recent bereavement caused by the death of our father and cousin. Your words of sympathy, acts of love and deeds of kindness help to make our sorrow lighter.
Manuel Glaros and family, Nick Glaros and family, Leo Glaros

Palacios Beacon, October 4, 1928
 

Miss Aspacia Glaros, who is attending school in Houston, was called home by the death of her grandfather, Jacomo Glaros.

Mr. Nick Glaros and little son, of Brackenridge, Penn., came to be present at the funeral service of his father, Jacomo Glaros, which was held Monday afternoon.

Palacios Beacon, October 4, 1928
 

Nick Glaros and little son left the first of the week for their home in Brackenridge, Penn.

Palacios Beacon, October 11, 1928
 

Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Glaros were called to Houston Monday by the illness of their daughter, Miss Aspasia, who is attending school there. Miss Glaros underwent an appendicitis operation at the Baptist hospital at one o'clock Monday and is now doing nicely. Mr. Glaros returned Wednesday.

Palacios Beacon, October 25, 1928
 

List of Signers And Prospects For Gas Use
West of Rail Road

Manuel Glaros (residence)
Manuel Glaros (Ice Plant)
Manuel Glaros (Shell Crushing Plant)

Palacios Beacon, February 21, 1929
 

Miss Aspacia Glaros, who is taking a course in Texas Business College in Houston, is home for a few days to recuperate from her recent illness.

Palacios Beacon, April 18, 1929
 

STRAWBERRIES FOR SALE--$1.00 Per Gallon, at my Farm, south of Cemetery. Leo Glaros.  16-4w

Palacios Beacon, May 1, 1930
 

Manuel Glaros Building 150-Ton Storage Plant

In order to take care of the fish and shrimp industries here more advantageously, Manuel Glaros, our local ice manufacturer, is having erected a concrete dry storage refrigeration plant of a capacity of 1g0? tons, with temperature ranging to 10 degrees below zero. Mr. Glaros informs us this is the only plant of the kind outside of Galveston on the Texas Gulf Coast and is to be modernly equipped to take care of all sea food productions in the very best manner. By having such a storage, shrimp and fish brought in by local fisherman can be kept until a market is afforded, which will prove a big boon for all those who are using the bay as a means of livelihood, and Mr. Glaros is to be commended for his progressive movement.

Palacios Beacon, May 22, 1930
 

Miss Aspacia Glaros is home from a several weeks stay in Houston and is feeling very much better, which is good news for her many friends.

Palacios Beacon, June 26, 1930
 

Mrs. Despos, accompanied by her daughters, Mrs. Daskas and Mrs. Pavelides, all of Houston, have returned home after a ten day visit here with Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Glaros and family.

Palacios Beacon, August 28, 1930
 

Announce Engagement

Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Glaros announced the engagement of their daughter, Aspasia, to Mr. Paul S. Pavlides, of Houston, Texas. The impressive Orthodox Ceremony of betrothal was used, Rev. Carahales officiating. The ceremony took place in Houston, Sunday, Sept. 21, 1930 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Despos.

Palacios Beacon, October 2, 1930
 

FRESH TOMATOES @ 8c per lb.--Call in afternoons at Leo Glaros', just South of the Cemetery. 51-5w

Palacios Beacon, December 18, 1930
 

The Women's Auxiliary of the Presbyterian Church is honoring Miss Aspasia Glaros with a miscellaneous shower at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Nester, this afternoon.

Palacios Beacon, January 22, 1931
 

PAVLIDES - GLAROS

The marriage of Miss Aspacia Glaros, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Glaros, to Mr. Paul S. Pavlides, of Houston, took place Sunday, January 25, at 5 p. m., in the Presbyterian Church, with Rev. Photoris Porethis, pastor of the Greek Orthodox Church, of Houston, as celebrant, using the beautiful and impressive double ring ceremony. Mrs. Carlton Crawford, of Galveston, at the piano played the wedding music and Mrs. O. C. Arnold and Mrs. R. J. Sisson sang "Love Came Calling Me One Morning."

Friends of the bride attractively decorated the church. The altar was banked with palms and other greens, floor baskets of roses and a huge arch of greens and roses, under which the wedding party stood during the ceremony.

The bride, who was given in marriage by her father, wore a handsome gown of white satin, with veil of tulle and lace and carried a bouquet of white carnations. She was attended by Mrs. Paul G. Pavlides, of Houston, as matron of honor, who wore light blue satin and carried a bouquet of pink carnations. Miss Mary Glaros, sister of the bride, was maid of honor and wore rose silk carrying a bouquet of pink carnations. Mr. George Despotakes, of Houston served as best man.

A reception was held at the bride's home immediately following the ceremony to about two hundred guests. The bride's bouquet was caught by Miss Maxine Price. Punch, cake and confections were served by Misses Irene and Thelma Batchelder, Elizabeth Sisson and Wanda Gray. Two beautiful wedding cakes, one brought by the groom from Houston, centered the table from which the refreshments were served. The bride's book was in charge of Miss Maxine Price.

Members of the wedding party, out of town guests and a few near Palacios friends were entertained with a sumptuous feast, following the reception, after which a social time and folk dances were enjoyed until a late hour.

The happy young couple, accompanied by relatives and friends, then took their departure for Houston, where they will be at home, after a short honeymoon trip to San Antonio.

The bride is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Glaros, Palacios residents for a number of years. She is a graduate of the Palacios High School of the Presbyterian Church since childhood, and has a large circle of friends in our city who wish for her untold happiness.

The large array of beautiful gifts including silver, crystal, linens and bric-a-brac, and many congratulatory messages received attested the high esteem in which she is held.

Guests from Houston, Galveston, Corpus Christi, Kingsville, Wharton, and Dequincy, La., were here for the wedding.

Palacios Beacon, January 29, 1931
 

Second Grade Pupils Write Santa Letters

East Bay School
Palacios, Texas, Dec. 7, 1931

Dear Santa:---
North Pole.

I want you to bring me a stocking and a dump-truck. I want a fish pond and a cattle barn. I want a fire truck too.

Well, Santa, I think that's enough, and a Happy New Year to you.

Love, Jack Glaros.

Palacios Beacon, December 24, 1931
 

NOTICE

We will be unable to store meat, vegetables, or anything else for our customers in cold storage plant until after the Texas National Guard camp is over with.

Palacios Ice Plant, M. Glaros, Prop.    26-2w

Palacios Beacon, July 7, 1932
 

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Pavlides of Houston, are the proud parents of a fine baby girl and Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Glaros are the happy grand-parents.

Palacios Beacon, August 18, 1932
 

Mrs. M. Glaros has returned from Houston where she visited with Mr. and Mrs. Paul S. Pavlides. She was accompanied home by her granddaughter, Mary Ann Pavlides.

Palacios Beacon, June 22, 1933
 

Two-Week House Party

Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Glaros entertained with a two-week house party and had as their guests Mrs. George Deskas, Mrs. Helen Deskas, Mrs. Paul Deskas, Mrs. James Deskas, and Mrs. Paul C. Pavlides. Children in the party were Helen Deskas and Josephine Pavlides. Week-end guests were Messrs. Tom Tiflos, Paul C. and Paul S. Pavlides. Mrs. P. S. Pavlides, of Houston. was hostess with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Glaros. John Glaros had as his guest during the past several weeks and during the party, Jimmie Siflos. Mary Pavlides aged two has been privileged to make an extended visit with her maternal grandparents who insist the salt air of Palacios is far superior to the air in Houston and only the best is good enough for such an important personage as their first and only grandchild.

Palacios Beacon, August 3, 1933
 

The Manuel Glaros family spent Thanksgiving and the week end in Houston with relatives, and we are pleased to report Mrs. Glaros recovering nicely from a recent operation.

Palacios Beacon, December 7, 1933
 

Letters to Santa Claus

East Bay School, Second Grade.
December 20, 1933.

Santa, North Pole,

Dear Santa:--I want a pair of skates and a baby doll and a story book too. I want a purse and a lot of candy and a desk and chair. I would like a blackboard. Well that is all I want this Christmas.

How are you? I hope you are well.

Miss Sisson is my teacher. I am a good girl, Santa.

Well, I better close now.

With love, Eunice Glaros.

Palacios Beacon, December 21, 1933
 

M. Glaros to Leave Friday For Greece

Mr. and Mrs. M. Glaros left Tuesday afternoon for Houston, where they will be joined Friday morning by L. A. Appleton and from there go to New York City via auto. Mr. Glaros will leave New York, April 20th, on the S. S. Roma for Athens, Greece to visit his mother who is now about 70 years of age and who he has not seen since he left Athens for the states 35 years ago. Mr. Glaros said before he leaving, he would like to have shook hands with each of his many friends before he left, but it was impossible to do so. However we are sure all of them wish for him a pleasant voyage and visit with his mother and a safe return to his Palacios home about the middle of July. Mrs. Glaros plans to visit relatives and friend in New York City and Philadelphia and will return with Mr. Appleton who expects to visit his mother in Brooklyn. They will be gone about ten days.

Palacios Beacon, April 11, 1935
 

Fire Destroys Glaros Home 3 A. M. Monday

Family Away From home; Origin Unknown; Covered by Insurance

Fire of unknown origin destroyed the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. Glaros, on south bay early Monday morning. None of the family was at home, except George Laikos, brother of Mrs. Glaros, who was awakened by the smoke, being almost overcome, and rushed as soon as he could to the ice plant to give the alarm. The fire boys were not long in answering the call, which sounded at 3:30, but the fire had made such headway that nothing could be saved and only a shell remains of one of Palacios' nicest homes.

M. Glaros is still on his vacation trip to Greece and Mrs. Glaros and children were in Houston for a short stay. We learn there was insurance, and no doubt Mr. Glaros will rebuild as soon as possible.

Palacios Beacon, July 6, 1935
 

Mary Meles

Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Glaros and children were in Houston last week, called there by the illness and death of Mrs. Glaros' mother, Mrs. Mary Meles. Mrs. Meles suffered an attack of acute appendicitis at her home in Kingsville, and was rushed to the hospital in Houston for an operation from which she died Wednesday, March 10. Funeral services were held Thursday from the Greek Hellenic Orthodox Church with Rev. M. Calonas, officiating. Besides Mrs. Glaros she is survived by one son, George K. Lakios, of Houston, and her husband Nick Meles of Kingsville.

Palacios Beacon, March 18, 1937
 

Johnnie Glaros to Visit

The news bureau of the Texas Dental College in Houston sends the Beacon the following: Mrs. J. M. Glaros, a student at The Texas Dental College here, will leave December 21 for a visit with his family at Palacios, Texas.

The classes of the Texas Dental College will be resumed January 3.

Mr. Glaros is in his sophomore year at the college.

Palacios Beacon, December 15, 1938
 

20 Years Ago

M. Glaros purchased the Green restaurant.

Palacios Beacon, March 2, 1939
 

The many friends of John Glaros are glad to learn he is making satisfactory recovery from a recent operation for acute appendicitis.

Palacios Beacon, March 2, 1939
 

Mrs. Bill Kandis, accompanied by Mrs. Kandis, Sr., and the Misses Kandis, all of Victoria, visited her parents, Mr. and Mr. M. Glaros and family last week.

Palacios Beacon, April 27, 1939
 

Mrs. Paul Pavlides, Mrs. Paul S. Pavlides and daughter, of Houston, with a number of friends form a house party at the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. Glaros this week.

Palacios Beacon, July 27, 1939
 

Highlights of Palacios History
Ice and Electric Plants

The ice and first electric plant was built by Clyde Randolph. This passed through several hands until finally the electrical department was purchased by the city who later sold it to the Central Power and Light Company. The ice plant later went to M. Glaros the present owner.

Palacios Beacon, October 19, 1939, page B-7
 

Manuel Glaros family in Victoria Sunday to attend the funeral services of James Bournias, aged 22, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gus Bournias, who died from shock following an automobile accident in which he suffered a broken leg. Services were held in Episcopal Church conducted by Father Cographos, of the Greek Orthodox Church of San Antonio. The deceased was a graduate of the Navasota high school and Cohen Electric College of Chicago. He is survived by his parents, two brothers and one sister.

Palacios Beacon, December 14, 1939
 

Mr. J. M. Glaros, a student at The Texas Dental College of Houston, Texas, will spend the Christmas holidays with his parents, Mr. and Mrs.
M. Glaros of Palacios. Mr. Glaros is a Junior at the college. Classes will be resumed January 2, 1940.

Palacios Beacon, December 21, 1939
 

The G. G. Club is the name of a recent organization of which eight of our popular girls of the younger set are members. On Wednesday night of last week a formal 8 o'clock dinner party at the home of Mr. and Mrs. M Glaros, with their daughter, Elizabeth as hostess, was one of the social events of the holiday season. Places were laid at the table, beautifully arranged, for Patsy Richards, Elnora and Ruth Peterson, Laura Mae Harrison and Elizabeth Glaros. Three of the group were unable to attend this very pleasing hospitality. Weekly meetings of the club are being held and the members find them to be most helpful and enjoyable.

Palacios Beacon, January 4, 1940
 

John Glaros is able to be out after a severe attack of malaria, and hopes to be able to resume his work in the Dental College in Houston, before very long.

Palacios Beacon, January 11, 1940
 

Johnnie Glaros, who has been in the hospital in Houston for several weeks, visited homefolks and friends this week. We are pleased to learn he is now on the road to recovery.

Palacios Beacon, February 29, 1940
 

John Glaros Gets Commission As Dentist In Army

John M. Glaros, son of Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Glaros, received his commission as a First Lieutenant in the Dental Corps of the United States Army this week and preparing to leave in order to assume the duties of his new position at Camp Barkley near Abilene by July 18.

He was graduated fro the Texas Dental College in Houston on June 8.

Palacios Beacon, July 9, 1942
 

PETERSEN – GLAROS
 

Miss Ruth Petersen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Petersen, of Palacios, last Saturday became the bride of 1st Lt. John M. Glaros at the 15th Street Chapel at Camp Polk, Louisiana. The ceremony was read by Major John K. Johnston, 11th Armored Division Chaplain.

The couple was attended by Mr. and Mrs. Trenton Oglesby, of El Campo, Texas, and Miss Ann Lee Petersen, of Palacios. Mrs. Oglesby and Miss Petersen are sisters of the bride. The former was matron of honor and the latter the bride's maid.

The bride graduated from the Palacios High School in the class of 1939. She has been employed at Camp Hulen ever since the camp was opened in 1940. Wearing a rose ensemble with Indian Clay accessories the bride was given in marriage by her father.

Lieutenant Glaros was graduated from the Palacios High School in 1934 and later from Texas College of Arts and Industries. Last June he was graduated from the Texas Dental College at Houston and was commissioned in the United States Army Dental Corps in July. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Glaros. He is stationed with the 81st Armored Medical Battalion of the 11th Armored Division.

It was the first marriage of an 11th Armored Division officer since the division was activated August 15. Following the ceremony the newly married couple was given a reception at the Officers' Club by the groom's brother officers. Lt. and Mrs. Glaros will make their home in Lee Hill in Leesville, La.

The Palacios Beacon, September 3, 1942
 

Leo Glaros

Leo Glaros, born in Greece in 1864, died in the hospital in Bay City, January 25, 1944. He had made his home in Palacios for nearly 40 years and was a highly respected citizen.

Funeral services were held at the First Presbyterian Church, Wednesday at 3:00 o’clock p. m., conducted by Rev. Chris Manopoulos, of Houston, Texas. Burial was made in the Palacios Cemetery under the direction of the Palacios Funeral Home.

The Beacon joins the many friends in extending sympathy to the bereaved family and other relatives.

Palacios Beacon, January 27, 1944
 

Palacios Beacon, February 28, 1946
 

Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Guffy, Sr., and daughter, Miss Norvella, are preparing to move to their new home, the M. Glaros residence, which was purchased by Dr. J. L. Guffy some months ago.

Palacios Beacon, Thursday, October 31, 1946
 

Dr. Wilcox Purchases Former Glaros Home From Dr. J. L. Guffy

It was learned today that Dr. and Mrs. L. A. Wilcox who recently leased the new City Hospital building where the Doctor will have his Diagnostic Clinic, will arrive in Palacios, Feb. 13th where they will make their home. Dr. Wilcox was here 10 days ago finishing plans for his clinic and making final arrangements at the hospital.

For several years they have anticipated a move to the Texas Gulf Coast and the opening of the new hospital climaxed their decision. The Doctor is one of the best educated physicians in Memphis and Palacios is fortunate to have him to operate the hospital.

The Doctor was purchased Dr. Guffy's brick home on the bay which the latter recently purchased from Manuel Glaros. Plans are being made to redecorate the home and considerable changes are to be made in the yard and surroundings. Dr. Wilcox intends to move into his new home immediately.

Palacios Beacon, February 6, 1947
 

Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Petersen spent Sunday afternoon and Monday in Houston with his sister, Mrs. Ruth Glaros, who underwent major surgery Friday in St. Luke's Hospital. They were accompanied home by Mrs. S. T Oglesby who had been there with her sister.

Palacios Beacon, December 13, 1962
 

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