Hormonal changes and irregular periods in adolescence
The reader’s period irregularity is common after menarche and likely normal as hormones adjust. A gynecologist should recheck to rule out imbalances and guide temporary treatment if needed. A separate note explains that a large arm pressure difference signals possible subclavian stenosis requiring medical evaluation and possible aortogram for confirmation.
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Set clear terms for houseguest visits this summer
Retirees often dread family visits in crowded homes near the New Jersey shore. The letter advises inviting visits on specific holidays or dates, letting guests trade dates, and requiring help with groceries, meals, and chores to preserve the host’s independence and enjoyment.
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Know-it-all Father Disrupts Family Life In Fort Worth
Dear Abby offers guidance to a Fort Worth Texas reader called Papa Luke s prisoner who lives with an overbearing 87 year old father. The response suggests giving him an outlet through senior citizen groups and preserving sanity with a serenity prayer. It also notes the postal forwarding rule for private PO boxes and urges readers to inform contacts of address changes.
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Greek-born artist explains book sculptures on memory and abuse
Ms Anasazi discusses her book sculptures made from outdated encyclopedias and other volumes. Her Somata series explores memories linked to the human body and pain, inspired by past abuse and personal hardship in Greece. Her works are on display at the National Museum of Women in the Arts and Artscape 98, with future pieces staying untitled as they develop.
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Ila Borders Still Pitches Professionally for Duluth
Dr Wallace readers recall Ila Borders as the pioneering female pitcher in pro baseball. Linda confirms Borders remains with Duluth in the Independent League, detailing a 4.88 ERA across 32 innings over 10 games with 13 strikeouts. She started four times, yielded 33 hits, and walked nine, earning praise from her manager. The column also touches on a young reader’s dream of an NBA path and concludes with gambling cautions about lottery play for 18-year-olds, referencing Council on Compulsive Gambling data.
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Frederick Bridge Club Seeks Sectional Tourney Amid Results
Thirty eight players took part in the September 7 game. North south winners were first JoAnn Hammond and Robert Hammond, second Fannie Johnson and Aurora Nicoletti, third Donna Wagner and Janice Baer, fourth Carl Herrick and Robert Robey. East west winners were first Helen Swanson and Peggy Langlykke, second Agnes Kemerer and Vicky Marick, third Lynn Boardman and Ronald Clawson, fourth Mark Nicely and Robert Dickenson. A sectional tournament will be held at the Frederick American Legion on Monday September 14 at 7 15 p m at the clubs game.
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Fannie Johnson
Aurora Nicoletti
Donna Wagner
Janice Baer
Carl Herrick
Robert Robey
Helen Swanson
Peggy Langlykke
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