Dear Abby readers urged to use family planning clinics
The letters discuss Planned Parenthood and family planning clinics offering counseling and supplies to all of childbearing age, regardless of residence or race. A reader questions laws on mail privacy and a nurse notes a small percentage of male RNs, while a science brief notes diamonds created by a meteorite impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abby
Planned Parenthood
PEAR
Ralph A. Geongl
Daar
Ralph
USA
Pally
J. C. Ee
Fat weight loss ad spans dubious health claims
An OCR fragment markets Orkinex and related pills claiming dramatic fat loss for 14 years with pricing around 525 dollars. The text includes warnings about not taking certain drugs and urges immediate purchase with minimal questions, presenting a dubious health solicitation.
Idaho Pick Up Sticks and the Diet Friendly Potato
Dieters can enjoy baked Idaho Pick Up Sticks as a lower calorie alternative to fried fries. The article notes a medium Idaho potato has about 90 calories and explains that fat comes from cooking method, not the potato itself. It suggests baking wedges with light butter and hints at an Oriental soy flavored variation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thedystey
Wntl
Beene
Idaho
Dear Polly and Mary Belle Cures for home craft and meals
A jumble of reader tips on lacquer care for furniture pine cone decorations and cat toys. Instructions mix practical steps with quirky notes on finishing methods and holiday adornments. A recipe fragment for baked lamb chops with soy glaze appears amid household hints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polly
Mary Belle
Decorations for Tree That Show Good
Festive guide describes edible holiday decorations for indoor and outdoor trees. Gather family for popcorn ornaments, fruit colored glazes, popcorn ropes, and popcorn balls as tasty adornments. Create garlands with stringed popcorn, gingerbread figures, candy canes, and weatherproof wooden accents to enhance seasonal displays.
Pet Peeve Dear Polly on Baby Clothes Buttons
Patricia voices a pet peeve about baby clothing manufacturers using buttoned closures and decorations that snag in playpens. She notes buttons tear off and fabric tears occur, causing frustration with today’s nets and fastenings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polly
Patricia
Crafty Needlework For Small Cushions By Mrs Hy FP
Mrs Hy FP shares an hobby note to Polly about embroidery and crewel work. She sews small designs like butterflies and owls into four to five inch square pincushions. Figures stitched in the seams add a neat touch for tiny gift cushions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polly
Gifts for DIYers: practical kits and materials
A festive guide suggests practical gifts for women who sew and craft, including dyes, varnishes, jewelry kits, beadwork, brodery items, macrame, and fabric. It recommends items to help makers complete clothing, accessories, and home projects, emphasizing thoughtful, hands-on presents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seavon
Ayelmiake
Also Mentioned on This Page
Abigail von Buren
United States
Law Library
L.C Dear
Cosmic Power Moscow
UPT
Siberia
Tass Naws Agency
Popigaiskaya Depression
Earth
Tass
Ay, Polly Pramier
Pet
Spain
Christ
Poinsettias
Murat
Krebs Flower Shop
16Th St
Tvtap. IL
Pat
towe-Illinois' Home Service Department
Manhattan
Nada
Armstrong Tall & Big Men's Shop
Tveiho
Stupf
Oringe
Breen
Pier 1
1St Avenue S.E
Town & Country Shopping Center
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!