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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1971
Page
6
Abigail Van Buren reports letters discussing whether a dog's mouth is cleaner than a human's and shares opinions from readers in Omaha Tulsa and other places. A contributor recounts a tongue bite and medical caution about human bites.
Garry C. Myers argues that parent child word battles harm self esteem and urges parents to avoid arguments. The piece advises choosing commands, explaining briefly, and silently enforcing decisions while respecting teen opinions and encouraging calm dialogue.
A reader questions Abby about dog mouths being cleaner than human mouths. Others recount strained family visits where a Labrador shared a bed, leading to lasting friction and disappointment with Abby’s stance.
Marian Reeder presents Mrs Albert Zimmer of Newcomerstown Ohio recipe for Corn Oysters using twelve ears of corn twelve crushed soda crackers three eggs salt and butter. Kernels are scraped to mix with the creamy kernels then combined with crackers yolks and salt. Egg whites beaten stiff folded in and fried in butter or shortening until golden.
Quotations from Carol Burris on the equal rights amendment urging momentum. Lucille Armstrong thanks supporters after Louis Armstrong’s death, describing him as loving yet human. Marge Tabankin of the National Student Association argues for broader change beyond electoral politics.
Mr. and Mrs. Donald Hale of Albany announce the Aug. 24 birth of a son, Brian Shawn, at O'Bleness Memorial Hospital. They also have a 14 month old son, John David, with listed grandparents in Columbus, Blany, Prestonsburg, McArthur, Murray City, and Glouster. Great and great great grandparents named. A second birth: Sept. 1 daughter Jennier Jo to Mr. and Mrs. James Hillyer of Grove City at St Ann's Hospital, Columbus.
NEA and state affiliates plan stronger political action in coming months as 28 states already run independent arms. Donald E. Morrison, new NEA president, says professional backing finances quality education, urging widespread teacher involvement in the 1972 political process.
Here 'n' There notes Dr. and Mrs. Robert Gentry and their daughter Mrs. Ruth Thompson of Cuahoga Falls spent two days visiting Mrs. Forrest Martin of Route 50 and also visited Mr. and Mrs. Belford Bobo and family on Reynolds Street. Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Bobo and friends Mr. and Mrs. James Simmons of Shelby Road spent their vacation in Daytona Beach and Panama City Florida.
Athens area Democratic Women announce their annual dinner at 7 p.m. Wednesday September 22 at Lakeview Center. Mayor candidate Donald Barrett will be the guest speaker. Public event. tickets at the door or from Mrs. Joe Prisley or Shirley Hultgren.
Heloise shares reader letters on easing arthritis daily tasks and simple clothing fixes. A woman uses a plastic picnic basket to carry laundry and another lass inserts lace or braid to extend sleeve length, while tips include reorganizing chores and drying dishes with a shelf over the drainboard.
A reader explains using a turning spatula as a long back scratcher and cream applicator. The improvised tool helps reach dry itchy skin below the shoulder blades, enabling effective topical use without a traditional back-scratching implement.
A simple method to handle excess dishes without a dishwasher involves air drying in a rack or on a clean towel. Use hot water and soap, rinse thoroughly, then stack by size to dry efficiently.
A surprise party was held at Buck Calaway’s home for Mrs Dottie Calaway. Seventeen guests attended and were served ice cream and cake.
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