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Newspaper

Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1973

Page

6

Could my trouble be appendicitis

Dear reader Lawrence E. Lamb explains that appendicitis is unlikely given the symptoms described. He notes typical appendicitis starts with a nauseated feeling above the navel and then moves to pain in the lower right abdomen, often with a bowel movement change, with diagnosis relying on exam and tests.

Vitamin E claims debunked as sex stimulant

Reader questions vitamin E as a sex stimulant cites a healthy sex life. The response notes no proven sexual benefit in humans, while highlighting animals may differ and that vitamin C is where humans lack built in protective alternatives.

DR. Lamb

Brothers Seek Joint Adoption for Peter and Paul

In foster care since infancy, 9 and 10 year old brothers Peter and Paul wish to be adopted together. Paul, 10, attends special education and enjoys reading science while Peter, 9, is a bright third grader fascinated by chemistry and art. Both are eager to settle permanently in a loving home, with contacts provided for adoption inquiries in Illinois counties.

Peter Paul Susan Leiber State Department of Children and Family Services

The Lost Christmas A Bombeck reflection on grown up Christmas loss

A reflective piece on how adulthood dulls Christmas wonder. It contrasts white footed morning joy with practical realities like bills, gifts, and obligations. The essay argues that the true “child of Christmas” remains the spirit of gratitude, generosity, and shared joy.

Social calendar In Herrin Shawnee Council initiates at Red Men Lodge

In Herrin the Shawnee Council No. 224 of the Degree of Pocahontas will hold an initiation meeting at the Red Men Lodge at 7 30 p m on Wednesday. The event is listed in the local social calendar.

Herrin

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