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Charles Madden 69, retired, writes on musical theory Served mission in Uruguay, 1959-62
Did you ever fear losing life and limb? We were tracting door to door (our least favorite activity). We approached a home that had tall double doors, one of which was open. We knocked. Suddenly out jumped a dog, barking and snarling ferociously about one inch in front of my pants. I screamed and jumped back. Fortunately, the dog was on a tight leash, and I lost only my composure that day.