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In December 1833, a young man from Chester, N.H., moved to Washington to take up a position as a clerk in the House of Representatives, spending his first day touring the city with Rep. Franklin Pierce, who later would become president and a profoundly divisive figure in the country.
Dear Doctor: When we dropped off our daughter at camp this summer, our main worry was that she might get exposed to COVID-19. Instead, she came home with mono. I would like to know more about this disease and what it means for her in the future.
DEAR HARRIETTE: My best friend talks way too much. I personally happen to like how much she talks, but it does make me nervous about bringing her around other people. My other friends aren't as chatty as she is. I don't want things to get awkward when I invite my best friend around my other friends. My other friends can be blunt and harsh -- I wouldn't want them to tell her to shut up or something. I will do pretty much anything to avoid a negative or uncomfortable interaction among all of them. What should I do? –Chatty Best Friend
The Democrats are in a real mess. Moderates and liberals are sniping at each other with the same animosity they usually aim at Republicans.
DEAR HARRIETTE: I am so embarrassed. One of my dearest friends came to town, and we went out for brunch in my neighborhood. Afterward, we took a walk and ended up near my house. She asked if she could use my bathroom, and I had to say no. My house is a total mess. I could not allow her – or anyone else – to come inside. I felt so bad, but I did say no.
am a person of generally good habits, which is why it is puzzling when I acquire a bad one. I
30 YEARS AGO
Dear Editor,
Before the Clinton High School football game at Chickasha last week, Clinton Daily News Sports Editor Adam Ewing captured a picture of the Red Tornado team captains with their helmets off and their right hands placed over their hearts during the playing of our national anthem.