Nudity creeps into mail catalogs ending up in national view
A reader critiques the escalating presence of nude and lingerie imagery in American catalogs and media. He recalls receiving 12 to 15 catalogs weekly, noting nudity shifting from subtle advertising to prominent centerfold style, with examples from fashion ads and sports figures and leading to discussions of the Victoria's Secret catalog.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Geographic
Alexis
Krystal
Donna Reed
Jim Palmer
Victoria’s Secret
Overheated lingerie ads spark public backlash and questions
A reader condemns suggestive lingerie imagery and nude ads in nine women’s magazines. The writer questions advertising hype, recalls concerns about receptivity and parental reactions, and wonders about models, photographers, and potential social effects.
SVCC Plans History Seminars For March May Tours
Sauk Valley Community College outlines four history tours and seminars for March through May. Civil War class with Dr. John McDonnell runs Thursdays March 15 to April 5 at Morrison City Hall for $8. May 5 Amana Colonies tour departs Rock Falls with lunch included for $45. May 19 White Pines and John Deere sites tour costs $23 with transport and entry fees. Pre-register at 1-800-843-7430 ext 253.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sauk Valley Community College
John McDonnell
Morrison City Hall
Ann Henderson
Sauk Valley
Kishwaukee
Iowa
Ramada Inn
Rock Falls
SVCC
John Dillon
Births and Family News from Dixon and Surrounding Areas
Telegraph staff reports multiple birth notices across Dixon and nearby towns. Alicia Michelle Eastman born Dec 24 at CGH Medical Center weighing 7 pounds 11 ounces, 21 inches long. welcomed by Stephanie, 42. Other births include Karrie Lynn Gualandi born Feb 2 at KSB Hospital, 6 pounds 12 ounces, 20 inches. baby names include Jennifer Jo, 10, and Lindsey Marie, 6. Also Julie Brady’s daughter born Jan 29 at Perry Memorial Hospital in Princeton, Mackenzie Lynn, 7 pounds 10 ounces, 21. Paternal and maternal grandparents listed. numerous great-grandparents named across families in Dixon, Wenona, Bushnell, Minonk, Sterling, and beyond. Also Feb 5 birth in Rockford Memorial Hospital, Westly Allen Frey Jr., 8 pounds 5? ounces, 21 inches. welcomed by Joseph and Joe Breunig. Various other newborns and family details included.
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Lee Eastman Ot Dixon
Cgh Medical Center
Alicia Michelle
Stephanie
Edwin Miller
Dixon
Bill Eastman
Vickie Eastman
Aurora
Howard Simmons
Bushnell
Kenneth Miller
Bud Eastman
Francis Nelson
Bill McConnell
Richard Gualandi
KSB
Karrie Lynn
Princeton
Joseph M
Julie) Brady
Perry Memorial Hospital
Mackenzie Lynn
Frances Thompson
Donald Thompson
San Diego
Calif
Jerry and
Sally Brady
Westly Frey
Rockford Memorial Hospital
Westly Allen Jr
Randy Tucker
Zachary Lee
Hannah Elizabeth
Joe Amberbey
Houston
Texas
Robert Holliday
George Berry
Loda
Stanley Tucker
Beverly Hills
Fla
Gertrude Tucker
Homosassa Springs
Mae Friesner
Hullah to celebrate 90th birthday in Franklin Grove
Florence Hullah will celebrate her 90th birthday with an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 4 at the American Legion Hall in Franklin Grove hosted by her children Ivan and Maxine Hullah, John and Lois Logan, and Stan and Anne Hullah. Gift giving is discouraged. all friends and relatives are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence Hullah
Hillison Rd
Amboy
American Legion Hall
Franklin Grove
Ivan
Maxine Hullah
John
Lois Logan
Dixon
Stan
Anne Hullah
Poplar Grove
James Jacoby on defense and club endplay in bridge
In a bridge hand analysis, East defends by taking heart queen king then spade king, while declarer wins spade ace, cashes diamonds and clubs, and ruffs a club to reach dummy. The defense seeks to deny club tricks by a heart third round, forcing dummy ruff and exhausting diamonds, with Jacoby noting the strategy and citing his books.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East
Declarer
Hearts
West
James Jacoby
Jacoby
Oswald Jacoby
Pharos Books
Newspaper Enterprise Assn
Dixon High School Choral Concert Slated for March 4
The Dixon High School Mid Winter Choral Concert will take place at 2 30 p m Sunday March 4 in the DHS auditorium. More than 185 singers across four choirs plus a combined finale will perform. Madrigal Singers and Jazz Show Choir join in special costumes. Public invited. doors open 2 p m admission is free.
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Dixon High School
DHS
Computer Expansion and Upgrading Essentials
This ad explains growth needs for desktop computers with emphasis on RAM drive bays and expansion slots. It notes RAM upgrades are easy and inexpensive, recommends a minimum of three drive bays, and suggests five bays for business use. It adds that expansion slots at the rear accommodate peripherals and that case size limits expandability.
William and Mary Computer Center Ad
William and Mary Computer Center located at 1503 First Ave Rock Falls Illinois advertises computer services and data support with contact number 815 626 DATA for local residents and businesses seeking IT help and equipment.
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William & Mary Computer Center
First Ave
Rock Falls
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Wit’s End
By Erma Bombeck
Telegraph
Jennifer Jo
Lindsey Marie
Raymond White
Wenona
Harry Gualandi
Helen Crone
Minonk
Joseph
Joe Breunig
Dean Frey
Sterling
Mary Frey
Dixon Telegraph
Polo
Edwin
the Telegraph Dixon
Hullah
Ly James Jacoby
NORTH
Happy
Danette
Love
Mom
Dina
Norm Wayne
DeShonne
Davey
Maple River
Ham Dubuque
Del
Bologna
Kelleys
Ferrell’s Grocery
4Th Ave
Wermers Floor Covering, Inc
Dixon, IL
Amy Stouffer
Nicole Lawson
Studio 404
N. Galena Ave
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