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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1977
Page
6
A Dear Abby column reproduces reader questions about paternal rights after an unwed birth. A 31 year old man asks if he can force paternity. responses suggest seeking a lawyer and note the woman holds leverage. The page also includes readers’ letters about etiquette and cooking tips, including curry condiments.
Rowena G. Sprout retires after 28 years as director of Athens County Children's Services she began in 1949 when loaned by the Ohio Department of Welfare. The program started in a dark old house with 75 children, later moving to new arrangements as it evolved.
The Athens Messenger notes Miss Sprout oversaw foster placements from 1949 to retirement on Jan 28. She built programs to strengthen families and keep children in their homes, praised for dedication, sensitivity, and a 24 hour commitment. Plans include Florida travel and possibly a memoir with colleague Margaret Bridgewater.
A woman in her eighties living alone invites a couple to room rent free. They share care for her and the house and split groceries and utilities. Her son, a retired civilian army employee, then moves in to organize a broader elder care network.
In New Brunswick Rutgers University offers a one credit minicourse Interesting and Edible Meats taught by Dr. Roger Locandro associate dean at Cook College. Students buy a live hog from the farm slaughter and prepare products such as Italian sausage kielbasy ham bacon which they then consume. The course covers poultry game lamb and fish with lessons in skinning boning carving and filleting and care of cutlery.
The 46 page Retirement Income Tax Guide explains Form 1040 and rules on pension and Social Security, with tips for retirees to lower taxes. AARP NATA offers free Tax-Aide counseling with IRS cooperation, through 9,000 volunteers in 1,500 communities by April 15.
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