Dear Abby Confused About Fatherhood and Noise Complaints
In a mixed set of letters, a reader seeks guidance on a possible paternity claim while another complains about a neighbor honking in a residential area. Abby advises clarifying paternity questions with the potential mother and addressing the noise issue by direct courteous communication. She also weighs in on whether to tell Edna about a family illness.
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Beetle Bailey 1950s Record Boom and Robber Origin
In the 1950s 45 RPM records surged in popularity as a cultural twist and a quirky link to a case involving a robber or origin story. The playful note hints at a groovy era with mass produced vinyl and a local crime vignette.
Heloise warns about IRS phone scam calls
The article cautions that the IRS will not contact people by phone, email, or text. If someone claims to be from the IRS and demands payment or personal data, hang up. Warn daily contacts as scammers target relatives and friends.
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Heloise tips keep car supplies clean and handy
Readers receive practical household hacks. Store paper towels in plastic sleeves for cleanliness and easy access in cars. For air conditioning filters reusable types can be shaken then vacuumed, rinsed with warm water, a baking soda bath, then dried before reinstalling. Further tips cover dusting grilles without fabric softener sheets and repurposing coffee filters to line plant pots.
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