Sabbatical leave for U.S. Senators sparks debate
The column weighs Senator McGee of Wyoming who proposes sabbaticals every six years for three to twelve months. It argues a rest from constant duties could allow deeper thought and better national governance while noting practical challenges and limited appeal.
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Daily Crossword Clues and Cryptogram Quote
Crossword clues range from Grampus to Custodians with multiple definitions and wordplay. The cryptogram quotation by Massinger is presented along with yesterday’s solution: Be wise, soar not too high to fall, but stoop to rise.
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Dear Abby Advice Column Highlights from Readers
Teens seek dating tips and social acceptance while adults share personal conflicts. Topics include appearance and popularity, meddling in‑laws, nightmarish dreams, and seeking guidance from Abby with responses emphasizing empathy, boundaries, and seeking professional help when needed.
Cops in Long Underwear Spark Snowy Midnight Prank
A feisty Biddy reports seeing grown men in their drawers at four in the morning. Lieutenant Cody and four officers drink and roam, steal fire gear, and swap uniforms. Mulligan dons the gear and is busted trying to join a fire crew. The monsignor dismisses the tale as fantasy.
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An anonymous critic defends letters to a newspaper while a teacher argues anonymity can be brave. A column writer notes personal family stress from a cataract operation and a sister-in-law car crash. The author also discusses a French card game that traps players in a long luck driven drive.
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