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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1983

Page

6

Tragic pattern of teen death by own action grips several classes

Associated Press report details multiple suicides in Class of 83 and other grades, including Steven Daniel and Shannon Owens, with lasting school crises, crisis rooms, and warnings from psychiatrists. It notes rising teen suicides in 1981 and a contagious crisis effect across communities, schools, and families.

Associated Press Steven Daniel Wisconsin Shannon Owens Steven Susan Blumenthal National Institute For Mental Health North Salem New York Westchester County Stanley Toll Samuel Klagsbrun Four Winds Hospital Katonah N.Y Earl Brakken Edgewood Melissa Putney Amtrak

Living Will questions honor by doctors and legal advice

Dear Abby answers readers about Living Wills, noting only 15 states require honoring directives by law and suggesting patients may switch doctors or have their attorney contact the Society for the Right to Die. The column also shares a reader story about reminders for a loved one's birthday and a heartfelt letter to a father, highlighting personal gratitude and the value of written expressions.

Abby The Society For the Right To Die W. 57Th St New York N.Y

Retirees Build Churches For Revival Tours

Robeson described retirees preparing the inside of a church for a revival service the next night, noting the group works to raise rooves and install ducts while asking for one daily meal and electricity provision. He called the effort a highlight and said they travel to fund church projects with rewards from the Lord.

Robeson

No magical elixir for youth says essay by Erma Bombeck

In this humorous riff Bombeck mocks cosmetic fads and endless beauty products promising youth. She catalogs twenty two items tried on her face and laments the unattainable perfection these lines endless jars and potions pretend to deliver while highlighting the vanity and clamor of modern skincare culture.

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