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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1955
Page
12
Dorothy Dix explains jealousy is a sickness of the spirit and cannot prove love. She notes jealousy corrupts healthy affection and that even mild jealousy can harm a marriage, citing examples of possessive behavior from older men with very young wives.
A parent letter on bedwetting asks about cures and strict schedules. The piece endorses professional help, warns against coercive methods, and stresses investigation of family dynamics, affection, and suitable psychological guidance.
A cautions discussion on male suspicion and spousal domination, warning that jealousy can drive women to isolation and even murder. The piece urges trust and loyalty, urging against indiscretions and constant explanations of every move, noting the strain of constant surveillance.
Dear Miss Dix advises that a thirtyish sister who stays with parents and avoids doctors may be overwhelmed by home responsibilities. She urges family cooperation, lighter duties, and social breaks to improve health, plus a free leaflet D-31 "Petty Tyrants" with stamped self addressed envelope.
Sgt Frances L Powell of the Women's Army Corps will visit the Decatur Army Recruiting Office in the Red Cross Building Wednesday from 9 30 to 11 00 a m. She will discuss WAC opportunities with women aged 18 to 34 who are single in Morgan and Lawrence Counties. Initial training will be at Fort McClellan Alabama, the WAC home.
The first railroad locomotive to reach America came from England in 1829, but there is no record that it was ever operated in this country.
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