Diary of a Fool heart attack diary by a Herald reporter
The piece recounts Bob Conrad's heart attack and its ignored warning signs. He describes family history, exertion chest pressure, nighttime breathlessness, fatigue, and a late diagnosis that led to hospitalization and recovery. He urges timely checkups and lifestyle change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Conrad
The
Herald
New Britain
American Heart Association
Ford
Newport
R.I
Champion chili cooker crowns 1977 world champ
Jay Pennington of Las Vegas won the 1977 World Championship Chili Cook-Off with Jay's Good Ol' Chili in Rancho? Rosamond California. He claimed no secret ingredients, relying on good meat and minimal grease. The event drew 35 000 spectators and featured diverse contestants including Rufus Valdez and an English entrant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jay Pennington
Las Vegas
Rosamond
Calif
Tropic Gold
Mojave Desert
Jay
Pennington
Nevada
Luncheon Honors Susan Hayes Des Moines Bride Elect
Showers hosted by Mrs. Jack Bryant Mrs. Russ Jensen and Mrs. Susan Hayes' honor drew 15 guests at a Des Moines luncheon. Miss Hayes is daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Hayes of 370 Eastland Drive SE. She will wed Dec 10 to William E. Taber son of Mr. and Mrs. M. M. Taber of Des Moines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Bryant
Russ Jensen
Susan Hayes
Des Moines
Miss Hayes
William Hayes
Eastland Drive
William E. Taber
M. M. Taber
Hoffman 30th Wedding Anniversary Surprise Party
Mr and Mrs John Hoffman were honored with a surprise party marking their 30th anniversary at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Marion. The couple wed October 18 1947 in Cedar Rapids and have nine children and five grandchildren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hoffman
Eighth St. SW
Knights of Columbus
Marion
Hoffman
Dorothy Schmidt
Cedar Rapids
Robert
Richard
Mary Kay Boston
Sally
Ronald
Jean
Linda
Lorene
Janet
Pastry Expert Jim Paterson Teaches at Kirkwood
Jim Paterson of Hopkins Minnesota lectured at Kirkwood Community College on pastry craft during a two day creative baking workshop. The London native earned a 1972 International Culinary Olympics gold medal and was named Minnesota Chef of the Year in 1976. He was recently admitted to the American Academy of Chefs, which accepts only one or two chefs from each state annually.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kirkwood Community College
Jim Paterson
Hopkins
Becherer to Speak on Dialogue at St. Pius X
The Rev. James Becherer of Cleveland will present Dialogue: Adults Only at St. Pius X Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids on November 18. Sponsored by National Marriage Encounter, the talks target all faiths while covering modern marriage roles and responsibilities. Tickets are $1.50 at local outlets or by phone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Becherer
Cleveland
Ohio
Cedar Rapids
Becherer
National Marriage Encounter
St. Pius X Catholic Church
Family Counseling Clinic
Highway Pat After Hours Police
After hours police see a patrolling highway unit responding to a medical referral from the Medical Society Foundation. Information and referral services aim to identify the person or family needing care and connect them with available resources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Medical Soci Foundation
New bride insists on buying twin beds
Dear Abby advises the newlywed couple to honor their prior agreement on a double bed and avoid arguing over sleep habits. She suggests patience and affection and notes the couple should not overread the sleep issue as a sign of diminished love.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abby
Eels Dominate Long Trade From Asia to European Markets
European fish markets receive ships with flooded hulls carrying live eels as high as 100000 pounds per voyage. The trade spans Europe and Asia, with eels valued for centuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Asia
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By Bob Conrad
Conn
Gazette
Rufus Valdez
Albuquerque
N.M
Valdez
Los Angeles
Tom Aston
Jack Barber
Stockeyes
England
Joe Michaels
R.S. Holmes
Stony Brook
N.Y
New York State
China
Michaels
Holmes
Hoffmans
Accity
Kirkwood
Tobacco Bowl
SE Tower
Lindale Plaza
Cedar Book Store
First Ave
Alitton
3Rd Ave
Peg
29Th Street
Abigail van Buren
Lasky Drive
Krebs Flower Shop
18Th St. S.W
Wilson Ave
Town & Count Center
Ave. S.E
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