Dear Abby seeks relief for dry mouth and dating reunion
A reader asks Abby about saliva substitutes for xerostomia and notes four brands exist. Abby cites sources like the Annuals Reference Red Book and medical references, explains causes from disease to aging, and urges consulting a pharmacist. A second letter from June in January asks if a 71 year old widowed woman and a 70 year old widower can marry. Abby answers never too old, offering blessings and good wishes.
Income assignment urged to curb child support shortfalls
A report from Andu jar's office says current methods like contempt and reduction to judgment fail to secure regular child support. It proposes enforced income assignment to ensure payments, reduce taxpayer costs, and aid dependent children, with potential $12.7 million in Texas savings. Neville leads a state wide campaign and letters to lawmakers.
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Neville
Odessa
Jay Gibson
Hicks pioneer woman lawyer and civil rights advocate
Hicks, denied admission to UT Law for being Black, credits family influence led her to public service and law. She describes balancing career with motherhood, noting her mother Kathleen Butler as a major mentor and her own efforts in politics, law, and community work.
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University of Texas Law School
Sweatt
Butler
Ector County Independent School District
Tarrant County Criminal Court
America
Hicks
Kathleen
K.K
Fort Worth
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