Speaking Frankly on the Astrodome and Boston baseball
The essayist asks why the Houston Astrodome attracts crowds by turning baseball into a spectacle. He contrasts Houston and Boston fans, mocks expensive telecasts, notes the Astrdome’s psychedelic appeal, and imagines a Bean Bowl in Massachusetts with singing waiters, suggesting Boston may echo the Dome’s excess.
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Houston Astrodome
Boston Red Sox
Houston
Boston
Astrodome
Houston Post
Massachusetts
Red Sox
Tony Cenighiaro
Venereal disease and premature birth trends prompt action
Health data show 334,949 gonorrhea cases in 1966 with an estimated 1.2 million new annual cases. Teenage 15 to 19 show higher VD rates. Experts urge rapid school VD education. Prematurity research notes high recurrence risk after prior preterm birth and recommends closer obstetric monitoring in late pregnancy to reduce early deliveries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Health Organization
Endless Energy in Life Magazine Highlight
The article references a Life magazine picture feature from years ago that spotlighted the concept of enduring vigor. It frames the discussion with Dr. Ernest G. Osborne’s Family Scrapbook theme and hints at further exploration of energy and family history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest G. Osborne
Life Magazine
Boy Girl Dilemma Prompts Teen Etiquette Debate
In Baltimore a teen asks if he should escort a friend's 16 year old sister to a school dance and if handholding or a kiss is appropriate. The column advises walking together for weather and proximity, delaying handholding until departure, and notes kissing may occur as familiarity grows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Maryland
Kissi
Scranton
Pennsylvania
Sensational Shades by Joan O Sullivan
Decorators offer bright ideas to make window shades a stylish room feature. Laminate wallpaper or fabric for shade fronts, choose bold colors or textures, and create fabric appliqué designs with polished cotton or percale. Protect edges with nail polish and test spray on fabric samples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan O'Sullivan
Dress Windows Decoratively with Suede Shade Patch
Instructions describe cutting appliqué from suede, arranging on a shade, applying glue to the reverse, and pressing. Ensure edges are secure with no air bubbles, then spray the fabric face for protection. Use a flexible glue so the shade remains rollable.
Creative Woman PRECISE LINES Shoulder detailing and pockets
Military flavored spring and summer style No 8369 Patt-O-Rama 3 sizes 10 to 20 bust 31 to 40. Size 12 listed 82 bust requires 4 yards of 39 inch fabric. To order send 50 cents plus 102 for first class mailing to Sue Burnett Troy Record New York. Include name address and zip. 1967 Spring and Summer Basic Pattern 50 cents.
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Sue Burnett
Troy Record
Ave. of Americas
New York
Partially Defatted Peanuts Hit Calorie Cutoff
A new generis name appears as partially defatted peanuts, a label used by leading processors marketing dry roasted nuts. These peanuts retain similar fat and protein to raw nuts but have fewer calories due to reduced oil. USDA-developed h a sels enable fat reductions of 60 to 70 percent and calorie drops of 50 to 54 percent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Generis
Zener
United State Department of Agriculture
Paper Dress Flame Resistant Debate Analyzed
UPI reports indicate paper dresses remain potentially dangerous despite flame retardant treatments. National Fire Protection Association notes cellulose bases in many fabrics share flammability. Tests show only pre treated unwashed paper resists rapid ignition. Council cites 2000 deaths yearly from clothing fires, warns washing negates paper protection and urges label verification.
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Chicago
UPI
Louis Segal
Committee
National Fire Protection Association
Segal
National Safety Council
Council
Real Life Theme of Love Over Wealth Promoted
A devotional note emphasizes that life’s real value is love and faith in God. It urges self-reflection and belief in the living God, noting many desire spiritual presence. Sponsorship by Hutchinson’s Pure True-Made Horse-Radish and quality food products in Lisle W. Hutchinson, Troy, New York is mentioned.
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God
Hutchinson
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