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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1977
Page
5
A Census Bureau and Health Education survey shows school-aged poverty fell by more than half nationwide, with Southern children decreasing by 717,75. The joint report highlights dramatic regional improvement in poverty levels among youths.
The Athens Messenger reports Northeast and North Central battles for federal aid. A 1974 law frames changes to the distribution formula, with hypothetical reallocations under updated population figures. NE receives 417 million, North Central 400 million, South 571 million, West 265 million.
Pat Hersey starts a house sitting guide for seniors, detailing ads, fees from 8 to 15 dollars daily, care duties, pet needs, mail handling, alarms, and safety checklists. The Chicago program on aging and Loop College hosts weekly sessions for older adults seeking growth and activity.
Purdue University women graduates returned for Occupational Outlook 1977 where alumni were asked about career opportunities and expectations. Lorel Bloom Au of Eastman Kodak spoke on balancing femininity with being among male colleagues and facing their favorable reactions while avoiding a chip on the shoulder. A recipe note follows describing dill sour cream for salmon.
In Minden Louisiana Webster Junior High students simulate city government by issuing citations in Civics City. A student judge fines a stubborn car violator and a classmate for gum in class while monthly elections select mayor, commissioners, police, judges, attorneys and ward marshals.
Dear Abby letters discuss hard lessons and assertiveness and the fallout of a neighbor turning away another. The exchange covers responsibility and right to meet needs, privacy rights, and adult accountability, with Abby offering guidance on misinterpretation and reader expression.
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