Abusive husband and tipsy troubles in letters
A reader seeks help about an abusive husband who belittles and mistreats her while finances and tires reveal neglect. Advice urges counseling solo, evaluating the marriage, and safety. In another note a reader suspects a friend of stealing tips and suggests handing tips directly to staff to stop losses. A Vermont reader warns against bigamy in mock weddings and advises legal consultation.
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Annie
Vermont
Cleaning large down comforters and sleeping bags
Dear Heloise readers ask how to clean bulky winter items. SDA recommends following care labels, using home machines when possible, or one can use coin operated laundries. Launder at least once per season and before storage, avoid plastic bags. A front loader is gentler on these items.
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New York
N.Y
Richard
Annie
Heloise
Brad C
Denver
The
Soap and Detergent Association
SDA
Heloise P.S
Madonna blocks walkers near Wiltshire home
Madonna and Guy Ritchie persuaded the Countryside Agency to drop a plan for a foot path 100 yards from Ashcombe House in Wiltshire. The couple joined hundreds of residents in comments, arguing the route would invite sightseers and paparazzi despite the agency's stance. Kirsten Dunst seeks John McEnroe’s inspiration while filming Wimbledon.
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Madonna
Walkers
London
Countryside Agency
Ashcombe House
Wiltshire
England
Guy Ritchie
Tony Blair
McEnroe
Wimbledon
Kirsten Dunst
John McEnroe
Spider-Man
Paul Bettany
Bettany
Dunst
Crossword by Eugene Sheffer Across and Down mix
A puzzle page with clues spanning Across and Down lists including wordplay on wit, costs, and common phrases. Several lines show garbled OCR elements but hint at standard crossword entries and theme words across various lengths.
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Shani
Garfield
Beetle Bailey
Pumb
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NEAT
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