Manners and Al-Anon advice echoed by readers
A reader argues parents must teach manners by example, sharing a bus seat memory. Another urges staying with an alcoholic to seek Al-Anon help, praising Alcoholics Anonymous and noting the toll on families. The exchange emphasizes practical guidance and support networks.
Mid-Winter Feisties and the Leap Toward Spring
A reflective piece on enduring mid winter gloom and the craving for spring. It notes sensory contrasts from cold air to fresh scents, the pangs of anticipation, and urges practical escape through reading, early spring cleaning, and honest help for those facing alcoholism, pointing readers to support groups listed in the phone book.
Jackson County quilt show seeks exhibitors this April
The Jackson County Extension Homemakers announce the third Black River Country Quilt Show on April 8. Check in for competition quilts starts at 7 a.m. with public viewing 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Antique quilts will be shown at Black River Falls United Methodist Church from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. A quilting lecture and demonstration are at 1 p.m. For information contact Elaine Seefeldt, Rt. 2, Melrose, WI 54642.
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Elaine Seefeldt
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Melrose
Grant County Dairy Queen Contest Applications Due
Grant County Dairy Promotion Committee will select queen and princesses to represent Grant County at dairy promotion events and parades. Applications are due by January 20 at the Extension Office, where forms are available. The winner serves as a goodwill ambassador for the dairy promotion image of Grant County.
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Grant County Dairy Queen
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Birth Day poem author identified as Sue Westrum
Ann Landers readers learn the heart-warming poem Birth Day by Sue Westrum of Glenville Minnesota appeared in Perspectives on a Grafted Tree in 1983. The note invites parents and teens to request Ann Landers help with bridging the generation gap by sending 50 cents and a self addressed envelope to Chicago.
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Glenville, Minn
Ann Landers
P.O
Chicago
Illinois
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