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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 15, 1978

Page

10

Micro soft transmitters aim to summon help with a squeeze

Cedar Rapids dealer Art Gray sells Microsoft transmitters that wear as a necklace and, when squeezed, trigger pre programmed calls to ambulance services doctors and relatives within 300 feet. The $995 device can be leased for 30 monthly and is marketed for medical emergencies burglar alerts and late night security.

Cedar Rapids Art Gray Iowa Microsoft Third Avenue SE Gray Tom Cataldo California

Dear Abby Mrs. Robinson affair case in a 18 year marriage

Abigail Van Buren answers a reader about his wife’s affair with their 16 year old friend. Abby counsels counseling, stopping contact with the boy, and warns the wife about minor delinquency while urging discussion and possible help. The column also advises postal etiquette over unsolicited mail and promotes Abby’s wedding booklet.

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Focus A U 4 gd0Y Was A Health Advice Family

The fragment mentions health guidance aimed at a family audience. It references wellness tips maybe for a general reader, but the text is incomplete. No clear individuals or organizations are identifiable.

Doctor defends stance on sex roles in child raising

In letters about my column on aggressiveness I defend not being chauvinist while noting gendered play patterns. Parents can adjust sex roles with guidance from physicians. I caution against overhauling innate traits and urge equal opportunities and physician advice for behavior or learning concerns.

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Yelling contest winner at Illinois State Fair takes top prize

Sharon Randolph of Waverly wins the third annual husband calling contest at the Illinois State Fair, earning 75 dollars from a 100 point judging with 12 rivals. The 34 year old mother joked about practicing daily for dinners while her husband Edwin quipped about buying a new set of lungs.

Springfield Ill Sharon Randolph Randolph Edwin

Bridal showers honor Aug 19 bride-elect and guests

Scattered showers scattered across the weekend honored Cynthia Sleep, Susan Kellogg, Janet Novak, and Lynne Senninger as they await upcoming weddings. Hostesses including Loretta Westbrook and Mrs. Leo Salat organized events for families across NW and SE neighborhoods.

Cynthia Sleep Eric Cryder Miss Sleep Edwin T. Sleep Tenth St. NW Mr. Cryder Marvin Bohlen A Ave. NW Loretta Westbrook Iris Ave. NW Judy Bohlen Leo Salat Eighth St. NW Nicholas Scholtus Patricia Lane Michael Duggan Susan Kellogg James Moore LaGrange Park III Miss Kellogg Kenyon Kellogg Lost Valley Road Mr. Moore Ira Moore River Grove Ill Janet Novak Frank Novak 26Th Ave Vernon Frederick Fairfax Marvin Foster Haven Court Lynne Senninger Richard Senninger 37Th St Albert Parker E Ave Sandy Ross Miss Senninger Bret Parker Guy Parker 33Rd St

Carter pick backs car pools for highway chief

Karl Bowers, President Carter's nominee to head the Federal Highway Administration, says he uses a car pool and supports grants to fund car pool lanes to reduce single passenger car congestion on freeways. He testified before the Senate Public Works Committee.

Washington Carter Federal Highway Administration Karl Bowers Senate Public Works Committee

Dreamy Chiffon Raspberry Pie No-Cook Dessert

This no bake chiffon pie chills before serving. Thaw raspberries and crush, mix with lemon juice and sweetened condensed milk, whip egg whites with cream of tartar, fold in berries, pour into graham crust, and chill three hours.

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