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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1977
Page
11
Dr. Laurence Karp of Harbor General Hospital argues that age alone should not deter pregnancy. Advances in prenatal methods such as amniocentesis ultrasound and X ray allow early detection of fetal anomalies and chromosome abnormalities, helping families decide on risks and options with informed choice.
A wife writes of her 37 year old physician husband who has rapidly gained about 40 pounds in a year. She observes he eats quickly from his plate then then eats from the children's plates. She seeks guidance on addressing his health and the potential damage he is causing.
Dear Abby suggests the overeating may hide deeper issues and urges persuading him to see a physician. If nagging is needed, do so, an irritable husband is better than a dead one. In another letter, a teen asks how to tell mom she already knows about sex and is advised to wait for mom’s guidance.
Dear Abby answers readers questions on garage door placement and views on Equal Rights Amendment and community property. The letter cites state rules on ownership and management in California Texas Washington and other community property states and notes variations by state such as Louisiana. A further note invites readers to order Abby’s booklet What Teenagers Want to Know by mail.
A new thermostat helps families cut energy costs by 10 to 16 percent in winter and up to 20 percent in summer. It automatically lowers temperatures for sleep and work with two temperature controls and a quartz clock. Four daily set times allow rising and lowering temperatures for wake, work, and return. Existing thermostats can be replaced with this model.
A humorous monologue by Jane Died in which a mother reflects on enduring a two year old. She notes early adjustment, chaotic household moments, and coping quirks like reciting the Declaration or alphabet, while detailing the trials of family life and a stubborn child.
Spinach, long mocked in cartoons, is presented as a nutritious versatile veg with origins in southwestern Asia. The piece traces its spread through Europe, notes French preparations like Fresh Spinach Jardiniere and Spinach au Roquefort, and provides a Roquefort cream spinach recipe serving four to six with wine pairing.
Parents Without Partners hosts a pot luck dinner at 7 p.m. led by Mrs Edna Fehr at 2111 North 20th. Insurance Women of Lawton meets with Mrs Laura Davidson at 4625 Southeast Aberdeen at 7 30 p.m. Osa Chapter No 514 of San Eastern Masonic Temple and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5263 plan games at the VFW Hall.
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