Weight loss groups spotlight matches and methods
The article profiles Weight Watchers and Diet Workshop as leading weight control programs in Southern California. It chronicles members like Cindy Woodward and Pat Plumleigh, their journeys, and how weekly meetings, behavior modules, and diet plans drive long term change.
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Pat Plumleigh
Steat Meinches
Robert
Ms. Plumleigh
Diet Workshop
New York
Southern California
Far
Southland
Knott's Berry Farm
Disneyland
Ms. Peden
Weight Waterers
Miane Peden
Weight Watchers
Diane Peden
Rifkin
Mayors predict more women In government
Janet Gray Hayes mayor of San Jose and Helen Pat tam mayor of Petaluma say women have a strong future in politics. They stress making oneself available, building a power base, and matching skills to the job while overcoming fundraising challenges.
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Janet Gray Hayes
San Jose
Helen Pattam
Petaluma
Hayes
Putnam
Board of Education
Mrs. Putnam
San Jose League of Women Voters
Bay Area League of Women Voters
Vie City Coun
Cil
Wayes
Joyce Christensen Leads Lifestyle Section Editor Role
Joyce Christensen is named editor of the lifestyle section, continuing her work in feature writing and design. The Independent confirms her appointment and outlines plans for new columns and community coverage.
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Lifestyle
Joyce Christensen
Dear Abby ERA clarified anew
Dear Abby replies that under current law women cannot be drafted but the ERA would require Congress to treat men and women equally in conscription. It explains that both genders meeting requirements could be drafted, while unqualified or exempt individuals would not. The letter also notes the ERA would not force all women to serve.
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Abby
Congress
Kitty
Scouts Style Show Schedules Garden Party Fashion Event
The Greater Long Beach Girl Scout Council hosts a garden party lunch and style show at Rancho Las Cerritos featuring adult, teen, and Brownie troop models in sleepwear, sportswear, and dresses. Notable coordinators and models include Nancy Smith, Susan Brewer, Barbara Gleason, Tiffany Wood, and many local troops. A $7 donation covers lunch. fashions come from local shops.
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Greater
Long Beach
Girl Scout
Brownie
Barbara Gleason
Nikki Pittman
Linda Wood
Cynthia Cooley
Teresa Close
Tamara Hook
Cassandra Loleas
Tiffany Wood
Barbara Bradshaw
Marianthi Lobas
Liga Napier
Tracy
Linda Parsons
Kathi Day
Rita Heston
Judy Phelps
Fran Redman
Carol Win Rert
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Barbara Bradley Sait
Cindy Woodward
Ms. Woodward
Old Weight Watchers Organization
Los Angeles County
Monterey Park
Selma Rifkin
Sid Rifkin
Sid
Jid
William Sebrell
Canal
Westminster
Robert Ginn
Linda Zink Stall
California
Mrs. Hayes
Helen Putnam
California League of Cities
Dear Abby
ERA
Abigail van Buren
Baton Rouge
Los Angeles
Calif
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