Advice Dear Ann from a troubled reader page
The letter discusses a father withholding education funds after divorce, insisting his name be on Bar Mitzvah invitations, and whether to confront him. A second reader asks how to stop nighttime smoking that endangers the family, with Ann advising NO CIGARETTES IN BED and moving the pack to the bathroom. Other notes reflect gratitude and coping with personal worries.
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Ann
Mom
Epilepsy and Seizures From a Doctor’s View
Dr Donahue discusses epilepsy to reduce fear and stigma. Seizures arise from brain electrical activity with varied forms such as grand mal and petit mal, and often respond to treatment. Epilepsy can be treated successfully in most cases, and public understanding is key. Readers’ questions appear in the column.
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Dr. Donahue
Scientists quest elusive youth
In a three part series Daniel Q Haney examines the modern hunt for a fountain of youth. Biologists pursue extended lifespans through genetics and aging research, hoping to slow aging and perhaps extend human life well beyond a century. Experts caution major hurdles remain before any safe, practical longevity breakthroughs.
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Daniel Q. Haney
Associated Press
Boston (Ap
Ponce de Leon
Florida
Edward Schneider
National Institute On Aging
Travel smart abroad save money and avoid hidden costs
Louise Cook warns travelers about budget pitfalls when visiting foreign countries. She covers currency exchange, buying traveler’s checks, credit card fees, VAT refunds in England, duty-free shop caveats, and duty limits on imports. Readers are advised to carry minimal cash and plan purchases to avoid higher taxes and fees.
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Louise Cook
Associated Press
U.S
United States
American Express
England
Garden City groups plan health program and teen clubs
Banner EHU members heard Mrs. D E Ens on personal health planning with Mrs Eunice Ladd present. Free Wheelers EHU planned Fun Night July 29 and Finney County Fair August 18 to 22, collect canned meat or dry milk for a Food Pantry. Modern Woodmen of America aims to launch junior service and teen clubs in Garden City at an organizational party July 9 at the Hilton Motel from 7 to 8 30 p m, with Rosemarie Smyers as junior director and Eva Mae Spencer as advisor. Mary Zack will attend.
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D. E. Ens
Banner Ehu
Eunice Ladd
W. Maple
Free Wheelers
EHU
Vivian Krug
Moores
Becky Brown
Finney County Fair
Modern Woodmen of America
Garden City
Hilton Motel
Central Ballroom
East Kansas Ave
Cleve Spencer
Fraternal Life Insurance Society
Rosemarie Smyers
Eva Mae Spencer
Woodmen
United States
Mary Zack
Rock Island
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