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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 13, 1978

Page

10

Eerie Abbotsbury swannery guards wild colony in England

John Fair, one of the world’s two professional swanherds, tends about 800 wild swans at Abbotsbury Swannery. He explains the colony’s nesting behavior, the need for fostering cygnets, and how the preserve blends with the local abbey and coastline along Chesil Bank.

Abbotsbury England UPI John Fair Abbottsbury Danish Poland Chesil Fair Fred Lexster

Blind Newscaster Reads Braille Broadcast Copy

Kay Rogers sits at KEAR San Francisco reading Braille copy from a teletype that prints UPI transmissions. She delivers the news with the Braille text in view, showcasing accessibility in radio broadcasting.

Kay Rogers Rogers KEAR San Francisco

FDA orders birth control pill warning on smoking risk

The FDA requires druggists to give every pill patient a brochure and leaflet warning that smoking with oral contraceptives greatly raises heart attack and circulatory disease risks. Heavy smoking and age amplify the danger, with emphasis on women over 35 not smoking while taking pills.

Washington UPI Food and Drug Administration FDA

Consumer group seeks ban on high fat foods ads on TV

The Center for Science in the Public Interest urged the FTC to ban television commercials for fatty foods like hamburgers ice cream and chips, arguing links between saturated fat and heart disease and noting children’s cholesterol levels. They urged replacing such ads with healthier options and highlighted the dominance of fatty meat and dairy products in air time.

Washington UPI Center For Science In the Public Interest Federal Trade Commission FTC Patricia Hausman Center United States U.S Michael Pertschuk

Living With a Rock Star Isn’t Easy Parade Promo

A Parade feature teases lighter notes about life with a famous musician and invites readers to see more in the magazine this Sunday. The teaser hints at humorous, behind the scenes moments and family dynamics surrounding celebrity life.

Had Enough Voices in Holiday Cleanup Debate

Dear Abby responds to a letter from HAD ENOUGH criticizing gender roles at family gatherings. She supports equality and urges perspective on Christmas hardships, noting many women face varied struggles beyond dishes. Abby invites personal questions via mail to Box 69700, Los Angeles.

Abby Libby Christ Los Angeles Calif

Dryers and rollers promise beautiful easy styling

The article urges care with blow dryers and electric rollers, noting they can damage hair. It recommends warm airflow, detangler sprays, wide-tooth combs, and wrapping hair with end papers to prevent breakage. Emphasizes gentle washing and natural shine using baby shampoo and detangler.

Advertising Message Reaches Home Boosts Buying Action

The study finds that messages delivered into households significantly increase consumer engagement and drive stronger buying intent. Researchers note that repeated exposure within the home environment correlates with higher recall of brands and offers.

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