Dear Abby letters spark talks on organ donation and abuse
A collection of Dear Abby excerpts covers organ donation debates, incest survivor stories, child molestation guidance, and a note about Abby's teen booklet. The letters showcase reader concerns on morality and personal trauma, with Abby offering counseling resources and supportive replies.
She'd like to try to buy happiness
In the June 1989 column the writer critiques state lotteries and the rise of "convenience store millionaires" while reflecting on money, values, and the idea of sudden wealth. The piece contrasts old fashioned thrift with lottery fantasies and cites humorous anecdotes about lottery prizes and gifts.
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Money, Love, and the Allure of Wealth at Wit’s End
A speaker muses on capitalism and the clash between money and affection. He craves respect tied to wealth, questioning whether friends truly value him or his fortune, and imagines that a large fortune could briefly bring happiness despite doubts about money’s true happiness.
Guild installs new officers at its meeting
At the May Mary-Martha Guild meeting of St. Joseph the Worker Church new officers were named: Mary Ann Battiston president Gerry Smiley vice president Louise Favorite secretary Kay Lutz treasurer. Executives include Rose Rector Jeannie Snyder Carol Bodnar Judy McCormick and Sheryl Skowronski. Rev Burton Rolle guest speaker. He praised the group and noted moral changes in homes, schools and churches. Rector presented Rev Norbert Campbell with 6400 for project profits and Rector bid farewell. A 1500 check from food sales was given to Rev Campbell for bazaar plans during the week of July 4. Vincie Sacadek won the half and half prize.
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