Sex ‘Affliction’
Proves a Fiction

By Abigail Van Buren

© 1879 by Chicago Tribune-N.¥. Néws Syad. inc.

DEAR ABBY: [ was married for 85 years to a man wit
had an overly healthy appetite for sex. Then he died. Av 55.
married a man who told me that he had recently had mumps
Since I never cared for sex, I was thrilled. -

Now I find out that he is plenty healthy. In other words
mumps didn’t affect him the way it was supposed to!

I would like to leave this man, but since he didn't know
that 1 married him thinking he was sexually disabled from.
mumps, do I have grounds for divorce? _

Please advise me.
; DISAPPOINTEL

DEAR DISAPPOINTED: The man didn't intentionally
deceive you—you jumped to an erroneous conclusion con:
cerning what mumps is ‘supposed to do" to an adult male. It
leaves some (not all) men sferile—not impotent. An impotent
man cannot perform sexually, A sterile man can, but he
can't father a child, Level with your husband, then consult a
lawyer about grounds if you want a sex-free life.

DEAR ABBY: A bride asked if it would be permissible to
write on her wedding invitations, "No perfumes or colognes,
please, as the mother of the groom is asthmatic and highly
allergic." .

You replied with a curt “No.” _ ‘

I disagree. Highly scented products (perfumes, colognes,
hair sprays, etc.) ean be just as hazardous:-to the health of
some as cigarettes, cigars and pipes ure Lo others. If a per-
son's health is affected, he has Lhe right to ask for considera-
tion from others. :

Itis na longer considered rude to post. “no smoking” signs,
or to ask someone outright to refrain from smoking if the
smoke creates a medicai problem. Should those who are
aliergic to fragrances be entitled to less?

- As an ex-smoker, I know it is far more difficult to refrain ©

from smoking (to accommodate others) Lhan it would be to

refrain from using perfumes.
In short, madame, you goofed. .
“oe PHILADELPHIA

DEAR PHIL: You're right, I did. My nose was buried in
my etiquette book and my brains were out to lunch when |
answered that one, : —

A better answer would have been: It is considered poor
form to write anything on a formal wedding invitation, but a
shart néte (on a separate sheet of paper) could be enclosed
requesting that guests refrain from using perfumes,
colognes, etc., since some members of the wedding party
would be medically affected.

DEAR ABBY: Please tell me if ] am wrong for feeling put

out when [ drop-in on people for a little conversation and
company and they turn the television on right in my face.

If] wanted to look al television, I could have stayed home
and watched my own. Wouldn't you think people would have
better manners? What is the matter with some folks,

anyhow?
PUT OUT

DEAR PUT: The “matter with some folks” is that they
don't view situations the same as other folks. It is alse
possible that unexpected “conversation and company” may
not be as fascinating to a surprised host as the television
program he.may have planned to watch,

In other words, be considerate — call first.

;
CONFIDENTIAL TO “NEEDS SUGGESTIONS IN
HILO, HAWAII”: How about giving her a ukeiele -- with no
strings attached? :

If you need help in writing letters of sympathy, con-
gratulations or thank-you letters, get Abby's booklet “How
to Write Letters for all Occasions.” Send $1 and a long,
stamped (28 cents], self-addressed envelope to Abby: 132
Lasky Dr., Beverly Hills, Calif. 99212.

(Nov. 22 to Dee. 21) *

Your Individual -

Horoscope

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ARIES .
(Mar. 21 to Apr VER
‘ou’re quite perceptive now
and able to express yourself to
good advantage, but curb
extravagant tendencies, .
Capitalize on creativity.
TAURUS .
(Apr. 20 to May 20) O43
Important family

. discussions accented. Try not

to hurt the feelings of a loved
one who may not see your
polnt of view. Be objective.
GEMINI

(May.21 to June 20)

You're sharp, witty, and.
hopefully not sarcastic, When
kidding around, be careful not

to upset the feelings of a co-

worker.

CANCER

(June 21 to July 22) @e“>
You're shrewd in financial

dealings, but still could

overlook an important detail.

Don’t let children get on your

’ nerves.

LEO
(July 23 to Aug. 2 EER
Though you can. impress

others'now with your Ideas,

remember to be considerate
too, especially with family,
praia yourself with sin-
cerity. ;

VIRGO , Ta
(Aug, 23 to Sept. 22) "PMS,

You'll get important in-
‘Sights. now, but may have
difficulty in expressing them
or getting others to Ilsten.
Avoid a critical attitude,

(Sept. 23 to Oct. oy fd & ms

Make your views - known
about community projects.
Important discussions. with
friends go well, but mon
misunderstandings possible.

SCORPIO

bring
progress, Let others know
where you stand, but soft

pedal statements or a too

casual attitude,
SAGITTARIUS
Talks with loved ones about
travel or creative projects go .
smoothly. Resist the temp-
tation to make a wisecrack at
someone else's expense,
CAPRICORN er
(Dec. 22 to Jan‘19) Vif
wh all business ah and
ike progress, but a
-friend‘may poke fun at-your
serious attitude. Don't be
swayed from your purpose.
AQUARIUS ; s
(Jan. 20 to Feb, 18) 2%,
Sharing thoughts with loved -
ones leads to greater
closeness.: Remember,
though, some business friends
may not be interested in your
pocanal life. . oa
P ‘
(Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) HEY
Clos ones are cooperative.
Make plans for new career

projects. Later an adviser

may find flaws, but the overall
picture looks bright. ==

YOU BORN TODAY are
attracted to both the arts and
sciences. Often you are found
in a business allied to the arta.
for you work best ‘when

-motivated by your idealiam.

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