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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1977
Page
10
A Raleigh nurse, Anita Strickland, offers paid Christmas shopping services. Clients pay 15 dollars to plan gifts and spending, 15 dollars more to shop up to 10 items, then 1 dollar per item. An hourly option at 15 dollars is also available under a contract. She limits shops to avoid adult items and bulky purchases.
A Duke University study tracking 1954 retirees finds 95 percent of people beyond retirement age view life as worthwhile. The project, led by Dr. George Maddox, follows 27 initial volunteers and now 40 octogenarian survivors called the super 40, with ongoing medical and social evaluations. Levi Jobe, 81, notes fatigue but avoids medicines, reflecting the overall findings that old age need not be feared or debilitating.
Dr. Erdman Palmore and colleagues report middle aged well adjusted individuals tend to age well, while stereotypes harm the elderly. Many remain sexually active into their 70s and 80s, yet aging brings weaker senses and slower learning. Most older adults rely on family and friends, with few in long term care. uncertainty and isolation affect some, but not all.
An 18 year old writes of a ruined reputation and near suicide in a plea for guidance. Abby urges therapy forgiveness and self respect while offering reassurance and a plan to reconnect with faith and support. A second letter asks how an artist should answer questions about modern art and Abby advises the artist to explain their intent.
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Kladivo at 287 22nd Ave SW host a 4 to 10 open house for their 25th wedding anniversary on Sunday. Their children Rosanne Lovell Joseph Cheryl Cynthia and Douglas attend as hosts. The couple wed November 27 1952 in Cedar Rapids and have two grandchildren.
Houston researchers from the University of Texas study chrono biology to time treatments for better results. They note drug effectiveness varies with time of day and cycle, aiming to reduce toxicity while boosting cures. Experiments include asthma bronchial dilators and cancer drug scheduling in mice.
Cindy McBride was honored at a Sunday afternoon miscellaneous shower hosted by Shirley McBride at 5116 Rich Mar Lane NW. Ethy Moore organized the event for the bride elect, with guests Amy McBride and Becky Zahradnik assisting.
Deborah Koch, daughter of Mr and Mrs Keith D Koch, was honored at a Monday evening bridal shower hosted by Mrs Stanley G Richardson at 669 Staub Court NE. Twenty guests attended and a group gift was given as Miss Koch, the Saturday bride elect of David Bentley, Oklahoma City, was featured.
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Suzy Skates in San Francisco markets a living by delivering leaflets and messages on roller skates. She charges from two to ten dollars an hour, adds flair with hot pink attire, and performs at events from fashion shows to company meetings. Her bookings include a December charity party with other acts, signaling growing demand this holiday season.
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