Lost In Dixie Seeks Guidance On Family Or Love Match
A reader torn between beloved prospective husband from a country stigmatized by parents seeks Ann Landers guidance. The columnist dismisses the country-based prejudice as invalid, urging acceptance if love and family harmony endure.
Dear Ann Landers column questions on hospitals and manners
Readers seek blunt advice on hospital behavior and table manners. A letter from a concerned wife questions sexual conduct in hospitals, another asks how to handle eating at table, and a nursing mother fertility concern is answered with a provocative joke.
Negotiating a Raise for Women Experts Say
A collection of advice from Sherry Chastaino Thomas L. Saltonstall Richard K. Irish Norma Maine Loeser and others on how women can secure higher pay. Emphasizes proving value with documentation, negotiating from strength, and staying market aware.
Teen singer Shawn Stevens offered record deal by Michael Lloyd
Scott Baids pranks during last Happy Days rehearsal reveal Stevens interest in recording. Teen producer Michael Lloyd, who worked with David Cassidy and Donny Osmond, has invited Shawn Stevens to cut a single after his manager sent a tape and Lloyd spotted potential. Stevens aims for soft romantic songs while continuing acting work.
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Kin Shriner’s Florida vacation sparks on set chatter
The Tiger’s Beat reports Kin Shriner vacationed in Florida with a co star off the Too Close For Comfort set. He declined to name the partner but hinted it was a woman. Pat Boone praised Michael Damian after the Haster Seals telethon and predicted more teen idol momentum for him this summer.
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Avoid Surprises in Auto Repairs and Telemarketing Tips
Consumer Checkpoints from the Better Business Bureau advise asking for a free written estimate, specifying work and cost limits, and obtaining permission before extra work. They caution on phone solicitations, listing common deceptive leads and stressing due diligence with identification and avoiding sharing personal data.
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N.Y.S. Motor Vehicle Repair Shop Registration Act
No Winners in Tug-Of-War Dear Susan
A 44 year old writer from Denver asks about an on again off relationship with a 51 year old man who has divorced twice. He promised marriage after rings were bought but disappeared to his farm, returning occasionally. She is torn, fearing lifelong unreliability and no wedding.
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Lois
Denver
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Advice on a torn heart and urged self reliance
The writer notes the man’s fear of marriage after a failed first union and his lingering attachment. They warn you may not win him fully, given his mobility as a single, suggesting you build your own life, involve others, pursue interests and work, and accept there may be no winner in this tug of war.
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Microwave safety guidelines from a listed expert
A microwave expert warns readers about hazards from using non microwave safe containers. Wes Snyder notes that many believe any non metal container is safe, but this is incorrect and ovenware glass and ceramic dishes are generally safe when guidelines are followed.
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Wes Snyder
Wes
Safe Microwave Tips From Heloise
Heloise warns against heating foods in glass jars and advises not to heat baby food in baby jars due to breakage and possible explosions. She cautions puncturing plastic wrap to vent steam to avoid burns and thanks Wes Synder for his helpful comments.
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