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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1977

Page

6

Wife Objects to Hubby's Hazardous Occupation

Dear Abby letters recount a newspaper truck driver facing repeat accidents while delivering 200 miles nightly in harsh weather. The wife seeks coping ideas yet loyal support, arguing his risk is part of his chosen work. Abby cautions against undermining his confidence and notes love as the key factor. A second letter laments a daughter’s planned elopement with an assistant professor with little money.

Abby Mike Pennsylvania West Virginia Virginia

Grounded teen dad missteps in Abby column

Dear Abby prints a high school senior tale of punishment for a late return from a basketball game. The writer describes grounding lasting six months after arriving 1:25 a.m. and blames a car owner friend. Abby answers that punishment is too harsh but urges maturity to possibly shorten the grounding.

Abby

Six Month Rule for Retirement Dimes in Widowhood

Advice urges widows and widowers to delay major financial and lifestyle decisions for at least six months after a death. Seek counseling and legal/financial guidance, avoid sales pitches, and consider tax implications before selling a home or claiming Social Security benefits. A free booklet and counseling service address are provided.

Henna Options Highlight History and Safety

An overview of henna hair dye noting four products on the market Henna compound Henna white and hennalucent. Henna compound adds metallic salts and is incompatible with modern coloring. Hennalucent is 100 percent organic coats penetrates the hairshaft and conditions while toning and highlighting fading in six to ten weeks.

Larry H. Oskin Steppe’s Beauticians, Inc

Wedding Planned for Teresa Dillie and Gregory Beha

Teresa Dillie of Amesville and Gregory Beha of Coolville plan a March 5 wedding at 2 30 p m in the Amesville Methodist Church. A reception follows at the Amesville Masonic Lodge with a half hour of nuptial music before the ceremony.

Teresa Dillie Amesville Gregory Beha Coolville Amesville Methodist Church Amesville Masonic Lodge

Bribes Teach Child To Be Manipulative

Dear Mr. A C offers guidance on how parental bribes train children to trade rewards for behavior. The columnist argues early-life bargaining shapes manipulation and that adults bear the consequences, not the bribe givers.

DR. Salk Mr. A.C A.C

Athens Christian Women plan spring style show luncheon

The Athens Christian Women's Club March luncheon features Belk's Department Store spring style show. Speaker Linda Seaton and musician Lorraine Myers, both of Athens, will attend. The event runs 11 45 a m to 2 p m and is open to area women with reservations via two phone numbers by Sunday.

Athens Christian Women's Club Belk's Department Store Linda Seaton Athens Lorraine Myers

Athens Arm Wrestling Tourney Draws Local Crowd

Reporter Sally Walters details Athens Arm Wrestling Tournament at the National Guard Armory. Spectators watched fair bouts under referees, with women and young challengers joining the action. A young contestant won over crowds, while a sore loser blamed timing. Admission was a quarter, with extra bets on arm on the line.

Sally Walters Athens National Guard Armory Ohio University Sports Administration Program Armory

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