First names vs respect in manners raise sales friction
Readers weigh in on using first names in business. A Minnesota mother rejects casual address and urges callers to use Mr or Mrs. So-and-So. A Keizer reader aligns with caution. Ann Landers affirms formality and offers guidance on family invitations and respect. Gem of the Day notes that experience often comes from unmet wishes.
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Ann Landers
Oklahoma
Minnesota
Mrs. Jones
Esther
Germany
United States
Tom
Harry
Keizer
Ore
Bette
K.G
Thrift store donation tips from Heloise column
Advice for donors to a nonprofit thrift store covers cleaning clothing right side out and avoiding masking tape on garments and glassware after garage sales. Also instructions on bagging donations with removed hangers to prevent rips, plus appreciation for supporters. A separate tip addresses freezer mishaps with soda cans and suggests using a bag or timer to prevent explosions.
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Heloise
HIV and AIDS: Understanding Cause and Treatment Today
In this column Dr. Donohue explains that HIV is the virus causing AIDS and notes that people can carry HIV for years without illness. Early treatment and triple-drug therapy extend the asymptomatic period and help prevent opportunistic infections by protecting immune cells. Readers may write to the columnist with questions.
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DR. Donohue
Donahue
River‘ton
Crossword by Eugene RY Taine wily at This way
Puzzle fill dates names places and items to solve a long list of across and down clues. Notable entries include Davy Stench Cushion Morsel Farm Oh oh output oh what Wings CBS logo and other themed terms.
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Cary
Kansas
CBS Logo
Charlotte
Revealle
Skedaddied
Ms. MacGraw
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