Medical Corner
Richard's Arm Woes Continue
In spite of physical therapy, rest and drug treatment, Richard's arm remains sore.
Surgical options have been discussed with doctors. The Trader Joe company could
not be reached for comment on the situation.
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Ralph reports that a wart on his
index finger, which had turned black, has fallen off.
"Antfestation"
A series of ant infestations has hit the hillside home of Ralph and Janet. The vermin have been found in almost every room of the house - the kitchen sink being
hit particularly hard.
It is hoped that a new round of treatment with ant stakes and traps will effect a solution.
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| Chase, before the skunk incident. |
Chase Sprayed by Skunk
Effects could linger for six months
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| Chase, dog of Ralph and Janet, formerly owned by Laurie and
Richard, was recently sprayed by a skunk. Although the spraying was not severe,
the smell can still occasionally be detected on both Chase and his owners. |
Research indicates that the odor could last up to six months. The well-known tomato
juice treatment has been attempted, with little success. A thorough cleaning is planned
to coincide with the next scheduled flea treatment.
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| Both Laurie and Ralph have reported serious television problems this week.
Laurie's big TV, which had been experiencing problems for a while, finally went
completely "on the Fritz". The set from the bedroom was used as a substitute, but
was rendered useless in an unfortunate accident involving a cable line being left connected
while the TV was being physically transported. The six inch black and white set now serves as
the main television. |
Meanwhile, at Ralph's place, the giant TV, which has been laboring under severe problems
for over two years, suffered another setback. Late last Saturday afternoon it became apparent
that no audio was available. Further tests seem to have demonstrated, however, that the problem
lies not in the TV, but in the stereo amplifier, which is only a few years old, and out of which
many more years of service were expected.
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| Ralph Gets Job
Long Unemployment Ends
Ralph's twenty-month unemployment has come to an end.
The Accountemps agency has placed him at the TVN Entertainment
Corporation. The assignment started on July 18, and is expected
to last either "as long as [Ralph] can stand it", or "until
something better comes along."
It is speculated that the new job will free up time for other projects, such
as updating The Aulenta Gazette while ostensibly working.
Ralph Runs Into Amy and Ben at Vons
Ralph ran into Amy and Ben at Vons.
Anne On New Project
Anne has been hired to work on a new movie, a substantial portion of
which is scheduled to be filmed at the world famous
Universal Studios. Principal photography is to start on August 6.
The job is pegged to last through the fall.
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