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Dates: during 1980-1989
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...much prefer to play Harvard than Hartwick," Rennie said. "We had an unrealistic game against Hartwick, and from a coaching standpoint I don't want my players to have to deal with the psychology of that [facing a team they had defeated...

Author: By Vadim Nikitine, | Title: Booters Have a Devil of a Date | 12/6/1986 | See Source »

Computer paper ($8-$25) is a safe staple in demand by letter-writers and thesis compilers alike. Fanfold paper is available in various sizes, though most writers prefer 9 1/2 x 11 paper since the sides rip off to make it 8 1/2x 11. Paper comes in various quantities, depending on how much you're willing to spend...

Author: By Evan O. Grossman, | Title: Holiday Gift Ideas for That `Significant Other' | 12/3/1986 | See Source »

Although software is a terrific present, most software is expensive (at least $100) and should only be given to people who have expressed a specific need. Computer users tend to prefer one software package over another, and it's best to ask before buying. While it is possible to buy someone any brand of surge suppressor, the Happy Hacker does not recommend giving just any spelling checker or database program without first checking on the user's needs and preferences...

Author: By Evan O. Grossman, | Title: Holiday Gift Ideas for That `Significant Other' | 12/3/1986 | See Source »

...natural causes in 1976) to reclaim his family's leadership. A low-profile capo, or captain, Gambino avoids the flamboyant dress and behavior that so quickly drew attention to current Boss John Gotti. Gambino has been making good money from the rackets, and some experts think he may prefer to remain a contented capo rather than become the boss...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Headhunters: A jury convicts eight Mobsters | 12/1/1986 | See Source »

Some people would clearly prefer not to talk about poison at all. Sex educators face a powerful array of detractors and doubters: Fundamentalist and Roman Catholic leaders, antiabortionists, opponents of the gay lobby, psychologists worrying about the impact of AIDS messages on the young, blacks who consider sex education racist, and even a few capitalists who think that school clinics offering birth-control information should be turned over to private enterprise...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Education: Sex and Schools | 11/24/1986 | See Source »

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