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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1961
Page
3
A reader asks about changing a mother-in-law’s harsh hyena like laugh. Ann advises addressing the issue with the father and finding a more suitable housekeeper. Another letter from a teen complains of a family helper and clarinet practice. Ann defends music lessons as discipline and energy use. A final note invites readers to seek Ann Landers guidance by sending problems with stamps.
The article recalls the Rome family and their joyful memories as they move to Lutte. It references a mother of six who has lived across many states and foreign countries and mentions Mrs. June Silv and a retirement over a year ago.
A diverse group of pupils and guests gathered for a school event honoring World War II service. The former school leader, a retired superintendent from Los Angeles, addressed attendees and recalled wartime experiences.
Mrs. Muriel Lawrence argues that respect and genuine concern are essential when addressing a teenager's sexual problems. Parents should avoid pressuring or shaming, invite open dialogue, and recognize the adolescent's distress without intruding or dismissing their emotions.
The Red Cross reports Hurri cane Carla destroyed or damaged about 206000 homes. In Texas 1311 houses were destroyed 5358 majorly damaged 3932 minor. in Louisiana 4 destroyed 106 major 2 minor. Seventeen Texas counties and three Louisiana parishes affected.
Mrs Ho Blalock and Glen Blalock celebrate their anniversary with a reception at Bovina First Baptist Church from 2 to 4 pm. The couple married in September and now have two sons and several daughters living in nearby towns. Relatives include Mrs HF Free Mrs Bill Green of Dumas and Mrs Dar Wines of Bovina among others.
A clipped item notes Debby has been appointed to a diplomatic post with duties described in brief terms. The fragment references her gaining an official role and the responsibilities that follow from the position.
A clipped dispatch notes a group linked to Dallas returning to the area. The passage hints at reentry of a Klan presence and local attention to reporting details amid unsettled public sentiment.
Navy ships reach Texas areas days after the storm, providing space for refugees and aiding relief. Marines and sailors inoculate residents in Freeport and evacuate dead cattle as civil defense crews clear debris and restore services. Red Cross officials say the Navy's aid was needed and morale boosted.
IMF directors reported that Western European currencies are likely stronger than at any time since before World War I. They released their annual report in Vienna where 73 nations gathered for meetings of the IMF World Bank and allied boards. The group considered arrangements for borrowings in emergencies and noted IMF resources of 15 billion dollars should cover most situations, while warning about large short term capital movements due to currency convertibility and U.S. deficits.
Brazosport Independent School District Superintendent Dr. L S Hardson announced that public schools closed by Hurricane Carla will reopen on Wednesday at 3 p.m. and that it is unlikely the school year will need extending beyond June 1. Vacation schedules will be adjusted.
Aurore Sand granddaughter of George Sand died Friday in Chateauroux France. She lived there and ran a small museum of books and objects once owned by the celebrated novelist whose real name was Aurore Dupin Sand. George Sand died in 1876.
Rumors sweep Britain that Princess Alexandra may marry Lord Raymond O’Neil 28 a bachelor listed as Paymond Arthur Cianaboy O’Neil fourth Baron O’Neil. They vacation together on Islay off Scotland where callers report phone lines out of service.
An old advertisement touts ESOTERICA medicated cream to fade pigment masses and whiten skin on hands face neck and arms. It emphasizes a fragrance free formula and mentions availability at drug and toiletry counters with tax. The copy includes garbled phrases and urges purchase despite unclear production details.
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