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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1977

Page

4

Trains Not Toys Warns of Dangers to Children

Railroad officials warn that trains are not safe playthings for kids or hunters. Spearheaded by J M Law Jr and others, the hazards include being struck by freight poles, falling under wheels, or being crushed on crossings. They urge parental responsibility and caution around tracks.

Phillips Chicago J.M. Law, Jr Illinois Central Gulf Railroad Memphis South Yard Spearman Law FBI Hiawatha Richard Spearman Illinois Central

Dear Abby Bedwetting: Could Be Worse

Abigail Van Buren offers empathy to readers with bedwetting problems. A submitted letter recalls a grandmother’s stroke care and harsh living conditions to remind readers things can always be worse. The writer notes family hardship and poverty during the era.

Finesse misfires in card play and a reader letter mix

A bridge hand prompts South to play a trump finesse that backfires as West shows out. The column then includes readers’ letters. Milton’s alleged prank and "Dear Abby" style questions about domestic life and a perfunctory note on a jack play.

Abby Milton Carter West South East

Passionate Plant Keepers Enjoy Caring For Plants

A Phillips Products survey in Bartlesville reveals three quarters of house plant owners enjoy caring for their plants. Most keepers demonstrate a nurturing protective attitude toward their greenery.

Bartlesville, Okla Phillips Products

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Ray Farr Chicago and North Western Railway System Dear Abby Abigail van Buren Granny Agnes Parade Kingston Zenith Iten 2Nd Ave. S.W. W 2Nd Ave Farm Motors 33Rd Ave. S.W Hupf Electric Motors Morris John Wolfe Cedar Rapids Iowa
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