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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1967
Page
5
A reader seeks guidance on an office colleague who makes off color remarks about love life. Abby advises setting clear boundaries, then involving a supervisor if needed. Other letters discuss a husband rushing meals and a wife’s concerns about a gift to a younger admirer.
Dear Abby notes a mother anxious about her daughter presenting a garter to a prom date and compares it to Scottish courting gestures. The columnist imagines an American version where a groom might someday gift his trousers, reflecting evolving customs.
In a terse message the Red Cross calls for blood donations while noting a donor may not be available. The notice underscores the need for volunteers and the challenge of securing a replacement donor when a person is not ready.
A reader reports a 78 year old neighbor who served in World War I and claims she was called up for active duty in Vietnam. Abby responds that good nurses are needed but unlikely at that age and era, noting a possible computer regression in the claim.
A reader writes that Randy at a club flirts with her, praising her despite years married with no compliments. She questions his motives and notes his attention feels rewarding after nine years of a dull marriage.
In a frank exchange, Dear Abby reveals she was fooled by a letter claiming severe home trouble and pregnancy. The writer admits deceit and vows honesty. Abby forgives but warns against more "creative writing."
A reader asks Dear Abby for permission to name a June born filly DEAR ABBY. The horse lineage includes sire Gene Abbie and dam Abbie Direct from the Billy Direct line, with racing prospects for 1969. The request seeks official consent to submit the name to the United States Trotting Association.
Dear Abby notes a reader who always uses green ink to show his Irish pride. The letter jokes about whether such bold branding is good manners and hints the man benefits more from his image than he loses.
Dear Abby responds that Mrs. F should view her husband Kenneth as having a boringly common social charm rather than an offense. The column tease notes affectionate greetings from many villagers, suggesting the husband’s popularity, and the quip ends with a light punch about a common alibi.
A reader asks if a woman who steals a married man can be happy. The Seattle Lite column replies with a jokey analogy, comparing such a situation to buying a secondhand vacuum cleaner and ignoring origin as long as it works.
A reader asks if a couple with two prior marriages celebrating 25 years qualifies for a silver wedding anniversary. Abby answers that silver anniversaries require a single 25 year marriage, so the twice married colleague is not entitled to silver gifts or the designation.
A wife writes about nine years of marriage and four children while her husband, a devoted pigeon fancier, spends every free moment with pigeons and pigeon clubs, leaving her isolated. She seeks guidance. Abby replies that the husband is for the birds and urges him to change or face consequences.
A long letter from a 24 year married woman details a sexless marriage, confident self image from youth, luxury wardrobe, children, a professional husband, and a mix of activities like bridge and golf. She asserts satisfaction despite frustration and asks for guidance.
The message to Edith notes that a first marriage needs an angel while a second marriage demands genius, offering a personal view on relationship needs and compatibility.
A reader asks how to discourage a nervy couple and their child who repeatedly intrude at meals. They ring the bell and pound the door, eat all food, and the writer contemplates hiding in darkness to eat. The advice suggests direct confrontation and ending invitations to halt the visits.
A reader asks how to handle a husband who requires approval on every house purchase while spending freely on his own gear. Abby suggests dutifully consulting him first, then buying what she wants. The column frames the dynamic and offers practical guidance.
A reader reports receiving baby items as a wedding gift to a bride on her honeymoon. Abby suggests the gift is a joke if the couple isn't expecting a baby, or a practical gift if they are. The mother notes the distinction.
A reader asks how many baby showers one person can receive for a cousin who has had a baby yearly for nine years. The reply jokes about showers and notes etiquette rules rarely constrain gifts, while mocking repetitive celebrations.
A terse, possibly sarcastic line signals overwhelm of excuses. No clear people places or events are readable. The fragment invites interpretation rather than reporting a concrete incident.
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