Jewelers mock up value myths in buying diamonds
Journalist Jean Sanders notes jeweler Matthew Mazer debunks common myths about diamonds and jewelry buying. He urges shoppers to compare stores, ask questions, and learn about color and clarity, while warning diamonds are not good investments and digital watches vary by case and guarantee. He also suggests making or inspecting a 17 jewel Swiss movement timepiece for value.
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Infant botulism seen as infection and toxin in new pediatric disease
Health officials in Long Beach report a rising infant botulism outbreak, distinguishing a new infectious form from conventional toxin poisoning. Sixteen California cases plus others in Utah and Tennessee show spores colonizing infant intestines and producing toxin, with symptoms like constipation and weak sucking.
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Capitol Classroom scholarship winners honored in reception
Students from Long Beach City College and area high schools named Donita Van Herrick David Kret singer Michelle Kow Marlene Powell Cindy Wheaton Linda Tisch Deborah Anderson Debbie Mitchell and Roderick Murray attended a Rancho Los Cerritos reception. The nine day Washington DC study tour, departing June 18, will include briefings from leaders such as Sen Goldwater and Justice William Rehnquist, with Dr. Jim Series and donors present.
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Israel reunification marked by Southland Jews in LA
Southland Jews gather at the Beverly Hilton to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Jerusalem reunification. Dr Sol Stein of New York, Histadrut president, headlines with a joint Pioneer Women and Israel Histadrut Foundation luncheon. Event details include interlude by Joey Adama.
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Dear Abby on Sex Values and Modern Relationships
A 23 year old liberal woman tells Dear Abby sex is not important to her, preferring love and closeness over intercourse. Abby reassures she is not weird, and a 50s reader echoes comfort from a similar stance, while a broader survey idea and a neighborly trash issue thread through the column.
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At Wit's End Perpetual Maintenance Program
Erma Bombeck muses on aging and cosmetic fixes with humor and candor. She recalls braces on teeth, conversations about improvements, and the social pressure to alter appearance. She notes mothers, friends, and society urging maintenance at every age, arguing for confidence over conformity.
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Space saving tips for small homes and clutter control
Designer Drexel Herts outlines practical storage ideas to maximize small spaces. Inventory every item, declutter magazines papers and outdated books, and use walls, shelves and under stair corners for storage. Modular furniture and multifunction pieces turn rooms into flexible living areas.
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