Love at first sight dangers in Donna D case
Dr George Crane discusses Donna D a 23 year old who is infatuated with Joe a twice divorced bookie gambler. The column contrasts earned love versus instantaneous attraction and warns Donna may be headed for unhappiness if she marries him. The piece notes Joe’s finances and Donna is advised to seek more measured judgment and to write for Dr Crane’s booklets.
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Donna D
Dr. Crane
Joe
Donna
Ft. Wayne
Young People's Society
Wayne Street
Donn
Chicago
Mother-In-Law Tactics Create Family Strain and Questions
A wife and husband seek guidance on handling John’s 70-year-old mother who disrupts family life during her visits. The letter-writer describes years of anger and meddling and asks whether to write to her mother-in-law or accompany her husband on a summer visit. The advisor condemns the mother’s behavior and advises against appeasing her with an insincere letter, stressing that she should make amends if preserving family unity is desired.
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John
Cummer
F. C
Fragmentary Missive Reveals Family Tension Over Mother-in-law
A partial newspaper excerpt outlines a tense dispute between a writer and a mother-in-law. The author laments ongoing provocation from the mother-in-law, noting spoiled temper and a drifting from decorum as the conflict escalates. The letter hints at strained family dynamics and personal frictions.
Slimming Club Plan Emphasizes Group Support
A new Ohio group called Slimmer Sisters forms to diet together each Monday. Members weigh in, take photos, and track progress while paying small weekly dues and penalties for weight loss or gain. The plan relies on camaraderie to boost morale and discipline.
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Ohio
Ida Jean Kain
Potato Pride In Upper Peninsula Cuisine
Ida Bailey Allen presents a potato focused luncheon piece from Houghton Michigan. The schedule highlights a potato themed dinner menu with hot vegetable juice browned corned beef slices savory butter mashed turnips cabbage wedges fruit puffs and orange sauce. A recipe for fruit puffs and a note on regional potato culture close the feature.
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Houghton
Michigan
France
Upper Peninsula
Unity Advice for Harmony After Family Rift
The writer urges calm and united support from husband and sister in law to ease tensions. They should visit with confidence and good humor, avoid dwelling on past friction, and present a united front to heal the rift. The goal is peace of mind without conceding to meanness.
Farm Families Embrace Television Sets Widely
About one third of all U.S. farm families now own television sets, reflecting the growing reach of home entertainment. The figure highlights expanding access to mass media in rural areas and the impact of new consumer technology on daily life.
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U.S
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Ross Motors, Inc
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