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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1976
Page
5
Selection from the Best of Dear Abby letters in 1976 covers humorous and sharp questions. Topics span etiquette for weddings, family planning, gender language, dentists, pets in hotels, and absurd notices. The column preserves a mix of wit and social critique in a period voice.
Florists' Transworld Delivery surveyed members and lawmakers to choose a national flower with the rose favored over varieties like American Beauty. PTD plans a Rose Parade float costing over 35000 dollars featuring 35000 red carnations and other blooms. Veldkamp cites demographic patterns in flower gifting across cities and nationalities.
Dr Walt Menninger surveys why New Year celebrations endure. From Janus in ancient Rome to modern Times Square crowds, the piece notes chaos, cleansing rituals, football bowls, and the idea of renewal behind resolutions and fresh starts.
Readable notes describe multiple Christmas Eve gatherings and open houses. The Mains entertain with Mexican English buffet including tortilla crepes and plum pudding. The Blakes host a Bicentennial themed party with guests from several cities. Subplots include engagements, silver anniversaries, and birthdays celebrated during the holidays.
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