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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1971
Page
6
Letter writers share clever tips such as using foam cups as lightweight packing material to protect items and reduce postage costs. Also included are gravy prep ideas and a nostalgic tale about marking eggs to recall family memories, plus a nylon net trick to remove floor marks.
A dated horoscope page outlines daily guidance for zodiac signs with practical advice on thrift study and self improvement. The section also includes reader tips on sewing holders using mattress pad scraps, egg slicer uses for apples, seed sowing with corn meal, and a vinegar rinse to reduce grease.
In a bridge hand from East dealer and with East-West vulnerable, South overbids by opening two diamonds after a 3 Diamonds bid by North and a double by West. South’s second speech allows a powerful defense to strip declarer of ruffs, yielding 700 points to the opponents. The recommended opening is one diamond, highlighting strength in cards despite a light high-card hand.
Dear Ann Landers offers blunt guidance on employment bias toward long hair and beards, urging adaptation to employer expectations. A separate note explains a rare birth in a supermarket parking lot and how pregnancy can go unnoticed by some women. A widow asks about a $25 birthday gift and receives practical, direct commentary.
The women's editor outlines submission rules for bridal and engagement photos. Deadline guidelines require notices be received by the Monday before the Sunday issue. photos after three days post ceremony are reduced. Child appointment policy exists for six and under birthdays, and staff photographers have limitations.
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