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Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1971

Page

6

Heloise on the never ending duties of a housewife

A humorous Dear Heloise column urges a tired housewife to talk to herself as a coping mechanism for endless chores. It reflects on constant tasks like making beds, washing dishes, and ironing, concluding that many women share similar thoughts and keep going through self conversation.

Dependency Breeds Hostility and Advice Column Letters

Dear Ann Landers columns discuss a cartoon about unemployment and welfare, a wife facing her husbands affair, a long dating saga, a man introduced to his wife and mother, and readers seeking guidance. The exchange includes moral judgments and humor on social dependence.

Ann Landers Kooky Arlene Kook Publishers-Hall Syndicate

MONADEX Weight Loss Pill Ad Promises Refund Guarantee

An advertisement touts MONADEX as a tiny tablet to curb appetite and aid weight loss without dangerous drugs or strenuous exercise. It offers a 20 day supply for $3.00 and a money back guarantee, with Austin Drug Store listing in Danville Road southwest for mail orders.

Austin Drug Store Danville Rd S.W

Miss Watkins Engaged To Wed In Trinity

Miss Ginger Yvonne Watkins and Kenneth Wilbur Gist become engaged as announces from Trinity. The bride elect is West Morgan High School alumna. groom is Lawrence County High School graduate. The wedding is planned for September 10 at the bride’s parents’ home in Trinity.

Trinity Willis Earl Watkins Ginger Yvonne Watkins Kenneth Wilbur Gist Kermit Gist Moulton Miss Watkins Ross Lancaster Mr. Lancaster Grady Watkins Watkins West Morgan High School Gist John Gist Mr. Gist John Weaver Hartselle Lawrence County High School

Horoscope for Wednesday Your Birthday

Daily astrology panel from The Chicago Tribune notes revision and openness to change in many tasks this year. It highlights career drives for Taurus and upbeat, decisive moves for Gemini and other signs with cautions on consistency, reflection, and prudent choices across all zodiacal descriptions.

Altho Taurus Gemini Leo Virgo Libra Scorpio Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius The Chicago Tribune

Stork Shower Honors Hillsboro Couple. Newborn James Michal Schwaiger

Mrs. Dan Darnell celebrated at a stork shower August 16 at the Baptist Church by church women. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schwaiger welcomed son James Michal Schwaiger born at Decatur General Hospital, grandson of Leo Schwaiger Sr and Asa Smiths.

Hillsboro Dan Darnell The Baptist Church Phe Fred Schwaiger Decatur General Hospital James Michal Schwaiger Leo Schwaiger Sr Asa Smith Smith Gilbert Lloyd Crenshaw JR Gilbert Crenshaw Lth St. SE Lewis Reece Bowling Green Roy Crenshaw Glasgow

Justice in a Bridge Slam Unfolds at Baker Street

Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson witness a slam miss and debate if misplay or bad luck decided the down. The Daily Question asks what to say with a strong hand against a 1NT opener and finds Pass the best chance to stay safe.

Walter C. Alvarez M.D Mayo Clinic Navy Pacific International Sherlock Holmes Dr. Watson Baker Street Bridge Club Watson South Declarer West East Sheinwold Gen Fea. Corp

Town Newsline: ReadersShare Tips On Local Goings On

Citizens submit tips on local events and moves in our town via the Women’s Page Newsline. Call 353 4612 Ext 48 to share stories.

Women’s Page

No-Roach Promise: Safe Roach and Ant Control

Johnston's No-Roach offers a colorless coating that lasts for months and is harmless to pets. The product is easy to apply without moving dishes and now features a spray applicator for hard to reach places.

Johnston

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