European Stars and Stripes (Newspaper) - December 2, 1991, Darmstadt, Hesse                                Page 20 Ann Landers the stars and stripes a a it dear readers rarely do i devote two Days to one subject but the mail on the aggressive behaviour of males has been so compelling i want to share More of it with you. This is from a married couple in Anderson Calif your correspondent raises the question Why Are men so violent and cruel the answer is simply because they feel powerless. Actually they Are not powerless. The endless Litany of rules set Down by family society Church and state makes them feel that Way. A powerful in control Man docs not beat his wife or do in his neighbor. R we need to Wake up and smell the Coffee. If we Don t like what we Are or what we have created we must take responsibility for our choices and change them. A l. And . From Flanders . Most men Are successful in controlling their primal impulses but everything changes when inhibitions Are removed judgment is impaired and behaviour is changed by an addictive narcotic that is Legal and socially acceptable. 1 am talking about alcohol. It is a major contributor not Only to Domestic violence but also traffic deaths unemployment the serious rate of High school and College dropouts crowded courts overflowing hospitals and homelessness. Dear Abby dear readers Well it seems As though we just finished polishing off the thanksgiving leftovers and it s time to Start shopping for Holiday gifts again. 1,1 you May consider spending less on gifts this year and doing a Little More for the poor and homeless. However old habits Are hard to break so if you insist on sending gifts let me Tell you what not to give aunt Sylvia and Uncle Howard who done to get around much anymore. Forget the Cologne dusting powder and after shave. They probably have several unopened boxes on their closet shelves a that is if they Haven to already recycled them. Grandpa does t need another Necktie and grandma does no to want any More earrings. With the Price of groceries going through the roof older people who live alone on fixed incomes would appreciate a Basket of practical goodies. How about Small tins of tuna Chicken and Ham also crackers instant Coffee Tea soup mixes and cookies. People who live in confined quarters do not need More a things a so done to Send Candy dishes or figurines. And done to Send articles of clothing unless you re sure the size is right. Leisure or a warm up suits Are comfy and easy to launder. Older folks love them. Some truly useful gifts an assortment of postcards some lined stationery with envelopes and a generous Supply of postage Stamps. And enclose some Felt tip pens. Monday december 2, 1991 san Diego men have always had the Power to act out As they please while women have been the gentler sex the nurturers. But things Are changing. As women gain More Power and assume More of menus traditional responsibilities the rate of violent crime by women is rising. The highest incidence of child abuse occurs in families headed by single mothers. We now have female gangs and Kkt members. How Are we going to put an end to War when women Are clamouring for combat roles Vancouver . The drug depo Provera diminishes the sex drive to almost Zero. Men who commit violent acts should be put on this drug permanently if they Are returned to society. Jacksonville Fla mothers have taught their sons from a very Early age that they must not hit girls and that they must respect women and protect them. In recent years As the feminists become More shrill and aggressive they let us know that women do not wish to be a a protected and that they want no extra privileges. This a a new message is causing males to feel very confused. Corpus Christl this is for your correspondent who expressed consternation at the brutality of men. In bygone Days maybe this was True but no More. What about that woman in Texas who allegedly sought a hit Man to kill the Mother of her daughter s cheer leading rival c Creatore Syndicate inc. Another suggestion a variety of greeting cards for All occasions. They might want to Send someone a Nice birthday anniversary graduation or thank you card. Done to forget get Well cards condolence cards and a congratulations on the new baby cards. Should you be tempted to Recycle a Lovely but useless gift still in its original Box make sure the card to you is not still in the Box. Never give a pet to anyone unless you Are absolutely certain that person wants a pet and is Able to care for it properly. And if you want to make a hit with someone who has a pet Send a Little Holiday gift for it a tin of dog or cat food and Bird seed for a tweetie pie along with a gift for its master. Done to give wine or liquor to people unless you Are sure they imbibe. A thoughtful idea a gift subscription for a Magazine or newspaper you know they will enjoy. Candy nuts and Fruitcake make Beautiful gifts for people who Arentt counting their calories but have a Little compassion for those who Are and Lead them not into temptation. Also Bear in mind that some older folks have difficulty chewing nuts and caramels. Another Good idea for those living alone on a fixed income a gift certificate for some kind of service such As window washing carpet cleaning taxi rides Barber shop Beauty parlor or dinner at their favorite place. And done to laugh a gift certificate entitling them to a trip to the podiatrist. Because medication is no Small item these Days a gift certificate from the neighbourhood pharmacy would be very much appreciated. Trust me. 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