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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1973

Page

6

Welfare questions trigger readers' concerns and responses

Dear Ann Landers shares a letter from a 15 year old describing poverty after her father’s death and welfare reliance. The exchange includes welfare facts from HEW, opinions on taxpayer cost, and appeals for understanding, plus a note on marriage genetics and a birthday mention.

Dear Ann Landers Committee On Political Education America Ann Department of Health, Education and Welfare Ann Landers Logan Clendening

Three Years Will Be Fine Mrs Ford Quote

Quotations from women: Janet Gaynor on film reality and escapism. Stockard Channing on Barbie Doll roles and themes. Golda Meir on cease fire talks. Ann Turkel on modeling earnings vs. selfhood. Mrs Gerald Ford on husband’s VP nomination and family.

Gerald R. Ford Golda Meir Mrs. Ford Janet Gaynor

Horoscope for Tuesday Sun shifts into Scorpio at 9 31 a m

The chart lists zodiac signs with daily guidance for each sign. Libra and Scorpio natives close a long cycle with old accounts settled and resources ready for an adventurous new age. Individual outlooks cover Taurus Gemini Cancer Leo Virgo and more with practical advice.

Aries Taurus Gemini Leo Virgo Libra Scorpio Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius

Twin boys born to Steenson family in Decatur

Mr and Mrs Harold Wayne Steenson of Decatur name twin boys Christopher James and David William born Oct 10 at Decatur General Hospital. They have siblings Teresa 3 and Duane 6. grandparents Murry Wallace of Moulton and Ralph Steenson of Decatur.

Harold Wayne Steenson Decatur Decatur General Hospital Christopher James David William Teresa Duane Murry Wallace Moulton Ralph Steenson

Hints From Heloise on Silver Polish and Quick Fixes

Reader tips cover using empty cosmetic jars as on sink silver polish jars for quick tarnish removal with a nylon net. Others warn to verify postage addresses and discuss DIY upcycling outfits from old bell bottom pants and a ham bone tie slide. This column notes Iris Moore quotes and invites readers to send hints for future columns.

Heloise L.A.B Grampa Gramma

Killing return helps defeat contract in Bridge

Bridge columnist recounts Henry's strategic defense after a diamond lead. With 37 points between hands, Henry counts out 9 for his side and 12 for dummy, then executes a low spade to force four spade tricks. South plays hearts, West returns a spade, and Henry’s defense nets the contract.

West South Henry Dummy Alfred Sheinwold Decatur Daily Grand Central Station New York N.Y

Alaska King Crab: Canned or Frozen Ready to Serve

Alaska King crab offers gourmet flavor with convenience in canned or frozen form. Fully cooked and free from tendons and cartilage, it heats quickly for hot dishes or can be chilled for salads and cold appetizers.

Mississippi New York New Jersey Massachusetts Connecticut Welfare Department Internal Revenue Department H.E.W Alaska

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