Ann Landers advice column on in law conflicts
Debby in Detroit asks how to handle her fiancé Stan's sister Selma who clashes over time with Selma's troubled son. Ann Landers recommends joint counseling and turning an enemy into a friend. A second letter from Blindsided in Florida advises asking who will attend and what to wear for unpredictable dinner guests. Gems of the Day follow.
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Ann Landers
Selma
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Debby
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Ann
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Hegel
Dick E. Bird
Extra Postage for Tea Bags in Mail
Dear Heloise notes that sending tea bags in envelopes adds thickness and requires correct postage with legible addresses. A reader confirms and thanks Heloise for the tip.
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Heloise
Norma
Understanding Syphilis After Treatment and Risks
Dear reader, the letter explains that early syphilis begins with a painless ulcer, followed by a rash and fever if untreated. Even after treatment, the germ can linger and threaten the brain heart or aorta later, though adequate therapy can prevent late problems. A positive blood test may reflect past infection and not require more antibiotics unless tests stay positive. The child born after treatment is not infected if the parent was properly treated. A specialist should be consulted for clarity.
CROSSWORD By Eugene Sheffer Across and Down puzzle
A scrambled, OCR laden Across and Down crossword featuring clues and partial answers for famous names ages, phrases, and wordplay. The puzzle lists several misread entries such as Margare t Decline and 20 Things with many broken words and missing letters.
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