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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Apr 24, 1975

Page

20

A Time To Live Woman's Determination in Charge

Mrs. Merle DeBona assumes control of the Lavin Retirement Club in Fort Worth after boss Charles Lavin falls ill. She preserves price at 125 dollars monthly and ensures three meals daily while Lavin recuperates in Sarasota.

Bob Walton Merle DeBona Charles Lavin Sarasota Fla Lavin Retirement Club Midwest Lavin England Philadelphia Mrs. DeBona

Connecticut House Defeats Gay Rights Bill on Vote

The Connecticut House defeated a bill banning discrimination against homosexuals 60 to 87. Representative Raymond Liddy opposed the measure, saying if God had intended it otherwise he would have made different pairs. The article also discusses retirement homes and budget-conscious dining and management practices for elderly residents.

Hartford Conn UPI Connecticut House Adam Peter Eve Alice Raymond Liddy

Guardian selection and social security checks

A reader asks why Social Security checks are issued to both them and a brother acting as guardian. The reply: visit the Social Security office to change future payments to the requester alone, noting it may take several months.

W. H Minneapolis Minn. A

Woman Works Relentlessly Caring for Ill Husband and Disabled Daughter

A devoted woman explains she has kept working without a day off since her husband fell ill to support her household. She caretaker duties include a 57 year old blind and deaf daughter while maintaining financial stability. Her resilience stands as a record of steadfast duty.

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