Dear Abby column letters reflect social concerns and humor
Readers share relationship worries marriage faith and names issues. A devoted fan requests intelligent discussion on interfaith marriage while a reader laments parental cruelty to live chicks. Others praise name changes from Annie to Audrey and vent about insults to the name Anna.
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Abby
Annie
Audrey
Dirty Annie
Anna
Annette
Valley opens two nights a week for 21 stores
Beginning in May 21 downtown Harrisonburg stores will stay open Thursdays and Fridays with 1 p.m. Wednesday closing observed. Most open at 9:30 a.m. The change follows the previous Saturday night closing adoption. The timing mirrors a long running Thursday night pattern.
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Harrisonburg
Primatene Tablets Advertised as Nonprescription Asthma Relief
An advertisement claims Primatene tablets, labeled as the most prescribed asthma formula, are available without prescription in many states. It states the 8 prescription-strength medicines open airways, loosen congestion, and relieve spasms for hours, promising relief and safer nighttime sleep. Price listed as 98 cents at drugstores.
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New York
N. Y
Protect Baby s Ears Against Loss of Hearing
Child health advisory stresses early deafness prevention. It notes 80 percent of hearing loss arises before age five from diseases like meningitis and measles and from poor ear care or water exposure. Regular checks, prompt medical treatment, and physician guidance on ear cleaning help protect hearing.
Health Permits Needed For Apple Blossom Festival
Health officials require lodging permits for anyone offering temporary tourist lodging during the Apple Blossom Festival. Apply at the Frederick-Wochester Health Department, 104 N Braddock St, and call MO 2-4314 for fast service. Permit is issued free to protect public health.
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Sanitation
State Department of Health
L. O. Fears
Frederick- Wochester
N. Braddock St
Senate debate limit on civil rights bill tested
Filibuster would require a two thirds voting bloc to cut off debate under cloture Mansfield plans to wait at least ten days before seeking such a limit Javits a Republican ally calls the move a test of whether major civil rights legislation will pass this session The Senate has never invoked the rule to force passage and Javits predicted a television appearance would settle the issue
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Izes Oo
South
Senate
Mansfield
Jacob K. Javits
R-N.y
Javits
Shenandoah Downs Enjoys Best Spring Meeting Yet
Shenandoah Downs reports an 18 percent jump in wagering over 1961 for its spring meeting. Despite closing Friday for Good Friday, nightly handle rose to 264 871 with 8720 fans betting 436 828 on Saturday. A large twin double paid 7958 80 to three winners, as Ware driven by William B Casilear lost a photo finish in the Lefty Goldberg Memorial Handicap.
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Shenandoah Downs
Shenandoah
William B. Casilear
Ware
Wire
Lefty Goldberg
Lettuce and Scallions Salad With Vinegar Sugar Dressing
A simple old fashioned salad pairing crisp lettuce with scallions dressed in a sharp vinegar and sugar glaze. The tangy sweet balance elevates fresh greens into a classic side dish.
Canned Vegetables in Salads Require Thorough Draining
Guidance urges ensuring canned vegetables or fruits are well drained before adding them to salads to avoid soggy texture and excess liquid.
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