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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1981
Page
5
The letter-writers share impact of a Too Late note that prompted daily nursing home visits by a grateful reader in Long Island. Other readers recount regret for not visiting aging parents before it was too late, and Abby offers guidance on weddings and etiquette.
Abelle Palmore Nivens after 43 years in first grade opened Minnie Palmore House a tutoring center on Samuel Street. The nonprofit school relies on donations and volunteers to teach phonics reading and writing to children from ages 2 to 15 stressing self esteem and basic skills. Pamela Pope a four year old reads a fourth grade astronomy book as other kids learn letters numbers and spelling under Mrs. Nivens and volunteers like Josie Dingle and Ida Cook.
The piece mocks modern flotation tanks priced at 25 dollars offering one hour in a wooden box with eight inches of 93 degree water and 800 pounds of salt. It recalls a 1940s fad of hot tubs seen as a cure for boredom and mood issues, framing the trend with humor and social commentary.
Erma Bombeck humorously recalls bath time woes and practical life hacks, from mildew and family notes to dieting dogs and prom fears. She jokes about oversimplifying problems and claims she’s not stressed but a carrier of it.
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