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Newspaper

Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1985

Page

17

Be picky In choosing a Realtor

A letter responding to a warning against unscrupulous real estate agents. The writer defends realtors as diligent, describing thorough inspections and specialist checks. Cites widespread support from readers and urges against painting all agents with the same brush. A separate note shares a teenager’s emotional impact of a hostile mother and a lack of open dialogue in family life.

Ann Sheboygan

Dear Conn and Teen: Lessons in Addiction and Family Healing

The column shares how intergenerational resentment shapes parenting and notes marijuana’s addictive potential especially for teens. It urges recognizing a mother as a victim of her mother and stresses counseling and awareness to prevent passing hurt to children.

Conn Ann Manhasset

Ticks and Tickborne Diseases Warn in Southern Illinois

Public health notice explains ticks bite silently and carry RMSF and Lyme disease risk. RMSF cases cluster along the Eastern seaboard but awareness is needed for rural area residents, hikers, and campers. Emphasizes routine body checks, especially scalp and neck, and careful tick removal to avoid leaving parts behind.

Illinois Seaboard Cape Cod

Tick removal and protection advice for bites

Practical guidance on removing ticks safely and reducing bites. Advice covers petroleum jelly, peanut butter, gentle pressure, flipping, heat, and avoiding flames. Post removal cleansing, hand washing, and physician consultation for fever or rash. Preventive steps include snug clothing, tucking pants, and regular checks.

Rural Singles of America links rural singles in Minnesota and beyond

MANKATO Minnesota AP A farmer Budde started Rural Singles of America offering two editions listing rural singles for 20 dollars with ads showing personal details and contact info. The service now lists 150 singles across regions, citing gender imbalances and demand among rural people seeking companionship.

Mankato Minn Dean Budde America Udde Budde Minnesota Howard Sylvia TLC Canada Texas Colorado Louisiana Twin Cities

Greeting cards reflect changing American life says official

An AP report notes rising divorce rates and evolving family structures push greeting card makers to expand offerings. Marianne McDermott of the Greeting Card Association cites more cards for second marriages single parents and step-parents especially for Mother’s and Father’s days. Business cards lines for promotions vacations and client relations also grow as firms seek personal yet professional messages.

Marianne McDermott Greeting Card Association Ms. McDermott

Area cards keep up with the times

Modern greeting cards reflect shifting social norms and risqué humor. SIUC bookstore staff note changes appeal to career women and college audiences. Hallmark, Recycled Paper, and local shops report more humorous and explicit designs, with blank cards growing in popularity for personal messages.

Maureen Cavanagh Southern Illinoisan Deborah Whittington SIUC Hallmark America Whittington

The Stepfamily Spotlight in Cosmopolitan View

A Cosmo article argues stepfamilies may become dominant in America while new stepmothers face jealousy and loyalty conflicts. Psychologists warn children resist ties to the ex-spouse, and a supportive husband aids adjustment. stepmothers gain rights and potential rewards in half-owned households.

Bonnie Maslin

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