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From: linda@amdcad.UUCP (Linda Seltzer)
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Subject: Re: Abusive Husband (Ellen, posting for Frye)
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Date: Wed, 26-Feb-86 20:45:36 EST
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Summary: and other alternatives ...

> 
> I'm glad it didn't get as far as criminal court, but Sherry
> knows so many people who don't trust Jackie anymore (they
> used to). Her attourneys wouldn't have much trouble finding
> witnesses to back Sherry up. Most folks who know her know
> she hasn't even had a traffic ticket in the past 10 years.
> They also know she doesn't even like guns. They also know
> that fact won't prevent her from keeping one around from now
> on...And I still think Colt and Smith&Wesson can do wonders
> to counteract vast size and weight differences. The only thing
> I must say is, if you decide to pick up some iron, realize
> that you will have to answer a lot of questions if you use
> it to defend life and limb. Please be damned careful and
> considerate. You may be making a life or death judgement.
> That can be real tough if you're talking about someone elses
> life that you may have to take. Its bad enough just having
> to worry about your own life.
> 
> 
> Ya'll keep yer powder dry an' yer flint sharp...
> Ol' Grizzly.
> 
> If ya got any questions, just ask...


And wouldn't moving to another city, changing her name, and
dying her hair (and maybe a nose job) be a lot easier solution?