Happy Medium Is Best Teens Say
A survey of teens shows most believe parents aim for a happy medium between strictness and permissiveness. Sixty percent view parents as too strict, while about one in five say peers faced too little discipline. Teens defend responsibility and reject simple links between permissiveness and rebellion. Some say strict control breeds restlessness, while excessive leniency also causes home tension.
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Joy Bassey
Portage, Mich
Ton Steinberger
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Harrison
N.Y
Joe Damell
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Permissiveness blamed for youth discipline by voices
Dear Abby readers debate permissiveness and discipline with Diane Kirkup claiming excess material rewards cultivate entitlement. Robert Stillman argues lack of discipline stems from greater knowledge and hypocrisy in adult standards. Mike Jeffcoat cites premature maturation and too much freedom with insufficient judgment.
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Diane Kirpick
New York
Robert Stillman
New Rochelle
N.Y
Mike Jefcoat
Greensboro
N.C
Mike
Dear Abby letters reveal doubts about pools and marriage
A reader questions a Sydney court tale about a pool causing pregnancy and a pension, another asks about college debt and looming lawsuits, and a wife confronts her husband’s visits to an ex-wife. Abby advises against ultimatums and notes possible legal defenses.
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Abby
Sydney
Australia
Salt and health questions answered by doctor
A physician explains that salt does not cause hardening of the arteries in healthy people but may affect those with heart kidney or liver disease or a family history of hypertension. Advice includes monitoring blood pressure and salt intake if hypertension runs in the family.
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George Willeford
Dr. Willeford
Donna
Sunlight and Skin Cancer Risks Explained by Doctor Willeford
Dr George Willeford discusses sun exposure and skin cancer, noting that a single burn is unlikely to cause cancer but sunlit areas like the face neck and hands are higher risk. He advises medical evaluation for suspicious lesions and explains diagnosis often requires pathology before treatment.
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George Willeford
Willeford
Classifieds Claim 92 Ads In Want Section Why Not Try
A bustling classified page touts 92 ads in the want section urging readers to browse and place listings for jobs, housing, goods, and services. Local merchants, residents, and readers are invited to submit notices and find gaps in the market.
Former Teen-Age Queen Succeeds In Stage Show
Carolyn Mignini, once Miss Teen-Age America, becomes the 11th actress to play the girl's role in The Fantasticks at Sullivan Street Playhouse. The 22 year old, from Baltimore, previously sang in Fiddler on the Roof and on television, tracing a path from teen queen to stage performer while maintaining a busy pace with tours and training.
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New York
Carolyn Mignini
Sullivan Street Playhouse
Rita Gardner
Mignini
Institute of Notre Dame
Baltimore
Boston Conservatory of Music
New York University
School of the Arts
Daily Crossword Puzzle Clues and Answers
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O'Malley Former Red Wings Player Dies at 71
Funeral services are set for P. Leo O'Malley a former Rochester Red Wings infielder in the International League who died after a long illness at age 71. The funeral is on Wednesday. Shop The Journal Classified.
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Leroy
N. Y
P. Leo O'Malley
Rochester Red Wings
International League
O'Malley
Residence Package offers three dial phones for home
Maine residents can get a Residence Package with three dial phones in modern styles for $3.50 a month plus tax, instead of the usual up to $5.50. The package sits on top of the basic service charge, providing a stylish, cost-saving option.
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Maine
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