Topless in Texas debated by readers and Abigails reply
A reader cites Texas Penal Code guidance that topless females cannot be charged with indecent exposure or disorderly conduct unless obscenity or other factors apply. Abigail Van Buren revises her stance clarifying law and urges friends to support a troubled girl amid peers judging her.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abigail van Buren
Abby
Tomales
Texas
Park Rangers
Austin
Park
Cancer Society event raises funds with lavish auctions and prizes
A large charity evening organized by Frank Ridder and Sandy Gul highlights silent auction bidding and gala displays. Guests and donors support the Cancer Society with dinners, trips, and luxury experiences while volunteers manage bids, payments, and program tasks through the night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Ridder
Sandy Gul
Couples Against Cancer
Bette Lee Severson
Aces misplay in bridge leads to multiple losses
The column analyzes a bridge hand where declarer misplayed a diamond sequence after a club ace and trump shifts. West capitalized with repeated trumps, costing three diamonds and a spade. The piece cites a safer line and notes a crisis in every adjustment, ending with a discussion of local events and fundraisers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eric Moffer
Declarer
West
Dress codes spark debate on modern dining etiquette
Readers discuss restaurant dress codes and the effort of dressing up for upscale venues. A letter from Tulsa argues against strict attire while another notes that luxury establishments may justify a formal environment. The column also covers bridal showers evolving with modern schedules and shared costs, highlighting practical gift ideas and themed options like a Round the Clock shower.
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Gray-Kidder
Pyles
The
Mastersons
Betty Seaman
Cancer Society
Rick
Kidder
Harry Simon
Renee
Franz Hidder
Gretchen
Howard Leach
Hin
Gulf Coast
Louisiana
Kim Routh
David Gen
KMPC
John McElhinney
Southland
Long Beach
Tom Wayman
Genesatry
Isabel Patterson
Belmont Shore
Frank
Marilyn Blum
Diamond Head
Laura
Ed Killingsworth
Bob
Rosemary Westmyer
Don
Shirley Coscarelli
la Costa
Jim Wilbanks
Universal Studios
Joe
Evelyn Whaley
Dr. Ralph
Jan Simonsan
Gene
Betty Anne Kirkpatrick
Atlantic Ave
Downey
Paramount Blvd
South
Queen of Clubs
Com South
Eagles Lodge
Cedar St. Bellflower
Aerie
Order of Eagles
Jim Duncan
Act Ehrman
FOE
Dave
Marieville
Lbsu Music
Larry Curtis
Longeach State University
First Congregational Church
Thirdtreet
Cedar Avenue
John Prince
By Tish Baldrige
York
Tulsa
A.D
Providence
Tish Baldrige
Independent Press-Telegram
P. O
F.D.R
New York
N.Y
Lee Se
Cloed Sun
E. Broadway
L.B
Cotee
David Goren
America
Americas
Silver Circle
Garena Lender
Federal Savings and Loan Insurance Corporation
Federal Home Loan Bank System
East First Street
Westminster
Bolsa Avenue
Golden West
Redondo Beach
S. Catalina Avenue
Palos Verdes
Hawthorne Boulevard
Silver Spur
Lakewood
Lakewood Boulevard
del Amo
Torrance
Cravens Avenue
el Prado
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