Dr. Spera edits book by sister

Dr. Spera edits book by sister

Dr. Joseph Spera, retired psychologist and licensed minister, recently served as editor of his sister’s book, “Born Again Free as a Butterfly,” by Mary C. Bridges and published by Xulon Press.

The book covers a lifespan of problems including cleft lip/cleft palate, dyslexia, alcoholism in the family, co-dependency, bipolar disorder and Alzheimer’s disease.

Along with his 35 years of full-time practice, Dr. Spera taught Life Span Development courses at Youngstown State University and contributed reference material for the book.

The book should be especially beneficial to students of psychology, counseling, social work, special education and nursing.

It can be purchased at Barnes & Noble and can be ordered directly from the publisher at www.xulonpress.com bookstore. It also is available through Google and Amazon.

Author seeks photos of Struthers landmarks

Patricia Beach is working with the Struthers Historical Society to complete her second book on Struthers.

The historical society is seeking photographs and stories on former businesses in town, such as stores, taverns, gas stations, neighborhood grocery stores, the former VFW, jewelry stores, Danceland, etc.

Call Marian Kutlesa, 330-755-7189, or mail the Struthers Historical Society, 50 Terrrace St., Struthers, OH 44471.

All photographs will be returned to the owners.