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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 24, 1971

Page

5

Many Fear Pregnancy More Back On The Pill In NYC

A New York mother describes returning to birth control pills after the 1970 Senate hearings. Doctors report rising pill use, with Syntex noting 10 million users, up from 8 million. Gallup and clinic data show shifting attitudes and sustained demand for oral contraceptives.

L.A. Times Washington Post New York Manhattan Senate U.S. Senate Select Committee On John Gregory Gaylord Nelson D-Wis Planned Parenthood Syntex Gallup Obstetrics and Gynecologists Society Suffolk County N. Y

Women use the pill across ages amid safety concerns

The Athens Messenger report reviews why women from 18 to 35 increasingly rely on oral contraceptives. It cites estrogen’s anti aging claims, varying adoption by age groups, and patient views weighing effectiveness against blood clots and cancer fears. It notes industry sales rebound post hearings and compares abortion risks to pill risks.

Dear Abby Advice on a 19 Year Old and Married Father

A 19 year old asks how to handle a relationship with a married man who fathered her child and now pays little support. Abby urges legal counsel, ending the affair, and moving away to start anew. Also includes light Q&A on tight pants and a marriage cat dispute with practical guidance.

Abigail van Buren Abby Houston Los Angeles Cal

Know Your Dog. You May Lose Him HeLOISE

A reader suggests writing a detailed description of a pet and keeping it with immunization papers to help identify a lost dog. The note urges owners to remember distinguishing features like spots and facial markings and to consider snapshots. Another reader comments on looking versus seeing and side notes about winter confinement.

Heloise Dixie Linta Terri Johnson

Popcorn Horn of Plenty for Thanksgiving Table

A Thanksgiving centerpiece uses heavy foil formed into a horn shape, covered with dry popped popcorn, then brown gold spray paint. Base is a moss green painted foam oval. arrange velour fruits grapes and nut clusters to cascade from the horn.

Special Students Hold Arts and Crafts Fair in Athens

Ohio University Music Building hosts a first of its kind arts and crafts fair for area special schools and institutions. Richard Gray leads the event with participants from Beacon School, Gallipolis State Institute, Hope Haven, and others offering crafts, performances, and demonstrations while raising funds and awareness.

Ohio University Music Richard Gray Ohio University Gallipolis State Institute Dale Bechtel Ohio U Hope Haven School Jackson Beacon School Frank Hare GSI Beacon Hope Haven Linda Bowers American Association of University Women Zone 3 Citizens Committee Athens Friendship School Marietta Gallipolis

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