Life with a drunkard and a plea for help
Dear Ann Landers recounts a daughter’s 82 year old father who died of liver disease after years of heavy drinking. The letter describes abuse, fear, and family distance, and urges confronting alcoholism with Al Anon help for better healing. The page also features a reader with separate beds due to childhood abuse and guidance to seek counseling, plus a light gem about hypochondria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ann Landers
Modesto
Calif
Al-Anon
Salt Lake City
S.B
Powdered boric acid roach barrier in walls
Heloise recalls a construction tip from over 17 years ago to prevent roaches by sprinkling powdered boric acid inside walls before wallboard is installed. The boric acid clings to roach legs and bodies, killing them as they cross it. A large amount may be needed and suppliers can be found under Chemicals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heloise
Bonnie Strain
Victoria
Texas
Avelyne Collins
Hickory
N.C
Bronchiectasis insight from a patient query
Dr Donohue explains bronchiectasis from repeated pneumonia and asthma damage. Key signs include persistent coughing with purulent sputum and wheezing. Treatments cover postural drainage, respiratory therapy, and inhalers like Atrovent and Albuterol, with prognosis favorable when kept under control.
CROSSWORD By Eugene Sheffer Across and Down Clues
Puzzle fills with theme entries across many clues and author Eugene Sheffer. Several familiar hints include Man behind the wheel Mustangs and more, with various letterplay and nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene Sheffer
Lauer's
Bailiwick
Also Mentioned on This Page
Dad
San Antonio TX
Paul Donohue
DR. Donohue
Pew
Pedro
Man of la
Sealead Ible
Larry's Pal
Jay
Joan
Pan of
L.A
Hiaiw
King Features
Nyc
THE
Ous Tae
Blondie
Kles
Nou Thins
Roscoe
Garfield
Beetle Bailey
Wan
Baby Blues
Ming
Luu
Dilbert
United Nations
France
Atane
Tuh
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