Should you buy a 10 speed bike for a young rider
Consumers Union offers criteria to decide if a ten speed bike is worth the $100 to $500 price. Answer six questions about overnight trips, daily mileage, group hikes, existing gears, and maintenance skills. A yes to three or more suggests value. four nos argues against the purchase.
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Quality 10 speed bikes from Consumer Reports findings
Consumer Reports tests of 26 bikes identify Raleigh Rapide as the best medium-priced option under 160 dollars. The Nishiki Sport 562 and 572 rank closely, though cost about 15 to 20 dollars more.
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Workshop on handicapped rights March 28 in Carbondale
Parents and Friends of Children With Special Needs will host a one day workshop “Making a Difference” at the Carbon dale Community Center focusing on Public Law 94-142 rights, mainstreaming, parental roles, and local services in Southern Illinois. Interpreters and transportation available on request.
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Currier letters donated to art archives
Nathaniel Currier descendant donates 90 letters written by Currier’s son from 1881 to 1885 to the Archives of American Art. The letters discuss production and marketing at the New York print shop, sales success, stock trading, and dividend collection.
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Tummy-tucks and cosmetic surgery discussed in Dear Ann Landers
Readers debate legality, value, and safety of tummy-tucks and silicone implants. Advice urges checking doctors and patient outcomes before proceeding. Also, a reader defends football officials against accusations of missed calls, noting rules, officials, and safety priorities across levels.
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Kite safety advice from CIPS on overhead power lines
A safety notice explains that kite strings can conduct electricity if wet and warns to avoid wire or metallic strings. It advises using only wood, plastic, cloth, paper and string for kites, not metal. If a kite gets stuck, do not touch dangling wires. contact CIPS for assistance and request the free Public Safety around Electrical Facilities booklet.
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