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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1976
Page
11
Dear Abby answers a reader about a controversial doll that appears as a flat-chested pre-teen and, when its arm is twisted, grows a bust revealing a mature figure. She weighs the implications for children and parental guidance.
A reader asks if talking dolls should be outlawed and Abby replies with no. A weight lifter advises coaching and medical clearance before strenuous routines. A 27 year old housewife seeks help to stop swearing and Abby offers guidance and a sales pitch for her booklet with instructions to mail a self addressed envelope.
The social calendar notes U.S. movie theaters spent 250 million dollars on newspaper advertising in 1974 and by mid 1975 the volume had grown by 25 percent. Veterans groups hold games at VFW Hall locations 5263 and 1001 A with 7:15 and 7:30 p.m. start times. Shrine and Goodwill Rebekah Halls host events at 1315 G with 8 p.m. starts.
The Schubert Club board met at Mrs. Richard Henry's home to discuss Valentine's dance state convention in June and the Miss Lawton pageant. A southwest district festival is set for March 6 at Cameron University and a wine tasting was planned at Miss Leta Mae Smith's home. Information contacts were given and the next meeting is Feb 26 at the McMahon Foundation.
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