Dukes Return From Denmark Amid Social Subplots
Ambassador Angier Biddle Duke and wife Robin return from Denmark to stay in Washington after Angier's resignation was accepted. The piece notes royal entertaining, the Copenhagen life, and ties to other prominent social figures, including Soapy Williams and Ginger Rogers. It highlights the Feather Ball fundraiser at the Hotel Pierre benefiting Just One Break.
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Ginger Rogers
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Latest Kick Inducer Is Cough Medicine
Dr. Robert P. Younes of Boston City Hospital notes nonprescription cough medicines trigger teen abuse. He cites limited short term prevention and urges pharmacists to restrict sales to adults.
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Robert P. Younes
Boston City Hospital
Chin slimming tips from a traditional regimen
Advice proposes a dark blusher under the chin and along the jawline to reduce appearance of a double chin. Chin straps are recommended along with daily massage using backs of fingers. The massage uses backward and upward strokes to firm the chin and lower jaw.
Michigan Senate committee drafts liberal abortion bill
A special study committee in Michigan drafts a bill that would make the state’s abortion laws the nation’s most liberal. It would grant women the right to legal abortion for any reason including family planning.
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Michigan
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Bowlegs Normal in Early Childhood Says Radiologist
In healthy children bowlegs under age 2 and knock knees between ages 2 and 12 are normal. Dr. Charles E. Shopfner of the University of Missouri school of medicine notes no correction is needed until adolescence and few will require treatment.
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Space Families Hopeful Ahead of Apollo 9 Rendezvous
Seabrook Texas families of Apollo 9 astronauts rise at 3 30 a m to greet the mission as the rendezvous maneuver looms. Vicki Schweickart salutes the flag as wives stay glued to the squawk box and cheer the space walkers with hopeful reports of a potential two EVA feat.
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Clare Schweickart
Pat McDivitt
Lurton Scott
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Vicki
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James A. McDivitt
David R. Scott
Mrs. Scott
McDivitt
Pesticide Residues Heavy in Orchards
A long term USDA study finds soils in many orchards contain more pesticide residues than those used for vegetables cotton corn or forests. Dr. Paul F. Sand warns that removing orchards from fruit production requires caution in crop selection for future soils.
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U. S. Department of Agriculture
Paul F. Sand
Food dollar breakdown shows meat and dairy dominate
A recent study finds about 77 cents of every food store dollar buys food. Meat accounts for 23.5 cents, fresh produce nine, dairy ten, frozen four, and groceries 30.5 cents. Milk leads dairy spending, then cheese ice cream and butter.
Stone crocks become useful decoration
Old stone crocks and pottery items are decorative and practical. They can hold pussy willows flowers or greenery serve as planters or doorstep ornaments or umbrella holders. Clean grimy pieces before display to refresh their appearance.
Heart Patients Prefer Home Care Study Says
A four year study of 24 patients treated at home after heart attacks found those at home rest more and are less upset than hospitalised patients. Researchers cite ambulance delays, stair carrying, and transport stress as factors in higher mortality after hospital admission.
Pollys Advice On Washing Rough Ceilings And Handy Hacks
Readers share erasable home solutions for rough ceilings using a sponge with holes and circular scrubbing, a bathtub brush, slit or tied socks, a nylon slip cut for cleaning, and a folding card table disguised as a headboard with a fitted slip cover.
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Mary
Orion
Polly’s Problem How to erase crayon from blackboards
A reader asks for advice to remove crayon marks from two blackboards so they can be written on again. The note comes from a reader seeking practical cleaning tips.
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Polly Tips for Cleaning Sponge on Ceiling
A reader suggests Mary remove sponge bits from a rough ceiling using a brush attachment on her vacuum cleaner. The advice emphasizes a simple, practical cleaning solution.
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Mary
Polly Suggests Nylon Carpet For Ceiling Wash
A reader advises Mary to use a Nylon carpet cut pile section for washing a rough ceiling. Samples can be bought cheaply.
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Polly
Mary
Polly's Problem Solved By Plastic Tea Bag Egg Method
A reader shares a homemaking tip to cook four minute eggs without shells. Break eggs into a plastic bag, seal with a string tail, and boil four minutes. Lift bag, pour eggs into a dish with butter salt and pepper for hot shells free eggs. The approach earns Polly a dollar if published.
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