Historical clue formulations

• Counsel — 2019-08-01
• Tips, e.g. — 2017-05-25
• Tips, e.g. — 2009-08-30
• "Dear Abby" offering — 2008-09-30
• It's typically easier to give than take — 2008-09-20
• Reply from Ann Landers — 2000-04-03
• Words to the wise — 1994-12-29