Worthy Of Risk Viet Nam letter from a Michigan Navy pilot
A Vietnam era letter from a Michigan Navy pilot expresses strong support for the U S policy in Southeast Asia. He argues the threat is real, cites World War II lessons, and notes pride in serving while urging the recipient to consider joining later. he thanks a family friend for their letters and emphasizes family and national security.
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Michigan Navy
Viet Nam
Southeast Asia
Hitler
Europe
Poland
Japan
United States
Pearl Harbor
Pacific
Vietnam
Mary Ellen
Penny scale boosts value more than ten years ago
A columnist notes the penny scale provides greater value today than a decade ago, suggesting its improved efficiency or cost savings for readers.
Dear Abby readers share domestic dilemmas and blunt advice
A reader laments a divorced husband hosting his ex wife at home for four months, while their children call the ex “Mama.” Abby urges the wife to set a deadline and demand the ex leave, or she will. Other letters question thank you note authorship and long marriage neglect.
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Abby
Community praise for teen volunteers in heart fund drive
The Norwalk Ameri can Heart Association fund drive chairman commends both adults and teenagers for a successful campaign. He notes teens show foresight and willingness to help, while some adults oppose youth efforts. The message thanks Saint Pauls High School and Norwalk High School students and superiors for a fine job.
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Norwalk
American Heart Association
Saint Paul’s High School
Norwalk High School
The Average Man Myth Explored by Glenn Hearin
A columnist cites Glenn Hearin of the Commerce Department to sketch a composite “average man” based on census data and a computer, noting education, income, occupation, and regional variations. The piece satirically compares real diversity, profile quirks, and social roles, ending with a caricature of the presumed average man.
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Glenn M. Hearin
Department of Commerce
Census Bureau
Glenn Hearin
Florida
Don Knott
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AEWO
Meredith
Lancaster
Grant
Vassal
B and I
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Goshen
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Iuse
America
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Mississippi
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