Dear Annie readers reflect on layoffs and reciprocity
A reader group asks executives to sacrifice bonuses and perks to save jobs while others face layoffs. Dear Annie advises on corporate excess, the dignity of layoffs, and the need for accountability. Other letters discuss funeral etiquette, supporting a grieving boyfriend, and reciprocation in social hosting.
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Annie
America
R.M
South Carolina
Charlotte
N.C
Predator guard protects birds and pets at feeder
Reader shares a bird house on a wooden pole guarded by a wide cone shaped metal shield placed inches from the bottom to bar cats from climbing. The U S Fish and Wildlife Service approves the design as a predator deterrent, also preventing raccoons and squirrels from reaching nests. A tip adds using a dust mop to pick up pet hair with a damp cloth helping sweep.
Whitney Houston's Father Sues Over 100 Million Contract
Newark based John Houston Entertainment LLC sues Whitney Houston for 100 million alleging breach of contract after aiding her career recovery from marijuana charges and dispute over payment for services. The suit cites dropped charges and negotiated deal with Arista Records and claims denial of payment.
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Newark
N.J
Whitney Houston
State Superior Court
Hawaii
John Houston Entertainment LLC
John Houston
Kevin Skinner
Arista Records
Skinner
John Houston Entertainment
Malibu
Calif
Tommy Lee
Lee
Superior Court
Lawrence Mira
Motley Crue
Pamela Anderson
Crossword by Eugene Sheffer puzzle highlights and clues
A compact recap of the Sheffer crossword with across and down clue snippets. Includes references to Gladstoring, cartoonist Caniff, Dorothys dog Toto, and a mix of abbrs and wordplay such as Rock concert equipment and Police terms. This item reads as a published puzzle page teaser with terse clue list and timing note.
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Cartoonis Caniff
Swain
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