Dear Ann Landers readers clash over addiction and bathrooms
A reader laments harm from in law alcohol abuse causing fractured family ties over 20 years, while Ann Landers urges seeking help and AlAnon. A separate letter defends keeping girls out of men's rooms, advising adult assistance and safe procedures. A light GEM OF THE DAY recalls a sardine oil joke.
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Keep fire alert stickers updated for pets and dependents
Heloise advises updating emergency alert stickers on windows whenever household changes occur. Include pet counts, types, and notes for elderly or disabled members, and remove items that are no longer accurate. The column thanks firefighters and volunteers for their service.
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Heloise
Carolyn Beam
Gardiers
Night sweats and mineral water advice from Dr Donohue
An 85 year old asks if night sweats signal TB. The doctor notes many causes from heart infections to cancer, and says TB is unlikely as the sole sign. He advises cooling, dry sleeping conditions and avoiding heavy coverings. A reader asks if mineral water depletes vitamins. The answer says mineral waters supply calcium magnesium potassium and sodium and do not deplete vitamins.
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J.C
CROSSWORD CLUES FROM SHEFFER PAGE
A compact list of crossword clues from Eugene Sheffer includes Civil War photographer, venomous viper, golfer's concern, frenZied, ring decision, conceit, fat farm, Spider Man's creation, Wail St wheeler dealer, standard, catch some 7s, John Lennon song, 1936 track star, 1984, prepared propose, Bob's pa, difficulty, Andy Capp's hangout, flub and Plat Star.
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