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Dying to Fit In
A fraternity rite turns ugly, then fatal, for Gordie Bailey and adds to a string of binge-drinking deaths on campus. Bailey's family has started a foundation in his memory. The mission of The Gordie Foundation is threefold: to educate the public about alcohol poisoning, to identify steps parents and students can take to prevent such tragedies and to eradicate fraternity hazing in any form. To find out more, write to:The Gordie Foundation
Post Office Box 191889
Dallas, Texas 75219
The Fight of Her Life
After enduring her husband's bruising political defeat, Elizabeth Edwards faces a new battle: breast cancer. If you would like to send a message to Elizabeth about her battle against breast cancer, please contact her at the following email address: elizabeth@oneamericacommittee.com .Mother Mercy
Whether it's a hot meal, a bed for the night or a major appliance, Sandra LaDay–an all-purpose angel–fills any need for the poor of Port Arthur, Texas. To make a contribution or find out more about LaDay's charity, go to www.peoplesupportingpeople.com. Contact Sandra directly at sandra@peoplesupportingpeople.com or by snail mail: 1101 East 7th Street, Port Arthur, TX 77641.StyleWatch Shopping Info
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