Journal Gazette from Mattoon, Illinois • Page 19

Friday, October 26, 1904 -Mattoon (I).) Journal Gazette-C-1 -Lifestyle- time you see a guy you think you'd like to know sitting alone at a bar, don't be afraid to go over and say, "Hi, my name is (). What's yours?" He's probably just as lonely as you are and it could be the beginning of something wonderful. LONELY IN MANHASSET, N.Y. DEAR LONELY: It's worth a try. Even if the guy says, "I'd ask you to join me, but I'm waiting for my wife.

DEAR ABBY: I'm glad you advised a reader not to let one bad experience sour her on the whole human race. "Mary C. of Oklahoma City" said she had returned a suitcase her truck driver husband found on the highway, and instead of being thanked, she was accused of stealing some valuables from a second suitcase lost at the same time! I want to share an experience that might help to restore Mary faith in strangers: Our son and two of his buddies were on a camping trip that took them into the Northwest. (They were 17 at the time.) Our son left his camera on a picnic table at one of the campsites. A young couple who were camping next to the boys returend the camera to us with a note telling us that they had become friendly with our son and his friends, and the last picture on the roll of film was of them the young couple.

Abby, our son and his buddies never returned home. All three were killed in a head-on collision in Oregon. Had it not been for the generosity of the young couple who returend our son's camera, we never would have had that precious roll of film the last pictures to be taken of our son and his friends. Needless to say, we wrote to tell this couple how priceless their gift turned out to be. MRS.

JONIE W. DANFORD AURORA, COLO. (Every teenager should know the truth about drugs, sex and how to be happy. For Abby's booklet, send your name and address clearly printed with a check ormoney order for $2.50 (this includes postage) to: Abby, Teen Booklet, P.O. Box 38923, Hollywood, Calif.

90038.) Not a clue to husband's unknown past DEAR ABBY: How important is it for a woman to know all about her husband's past? This is the second marriage for both of us. I'm 51 and he's 59, and we're happy as a pair of teenagers. I've talked and talked about my past, and there is nothing he doesn't know about me. Him? He hasn't told me anything. When I ask him to tell me more about himself, he says his past is none of my business.

He treats me like a queen and gives me everything I want, but don't you think he should tell me if there's anything I ought to know? After all, 1 I am his wife. LIVING WITH A MYSTERY MAN DEAR LIVING: If you're happy and being treated like a queen, don't questions his past. As his wife, however, you should be made aware of a few facts: Is he wanted by the police? Does he have any large outstanding debts? Does he have any illegitimate children who might come out of the woodwork and say, "Hi, Or worse yet, one of more wives? If he can answer no to all of the above, cover him up; he might catch pneumonia. DEAR ABBY: I'm a 23-year-old single, attractive guy. People tell me I'm good-looking, but I have a big problem.

I'm very shy around women. I can't seem to get up enough courage to say "Hi" to a woman sitting alone in a bar. I guess I need a push to break the ice. I have met many neat ladies who have introduced themselves to me. Abby, this is for every woman in the world: Next Elderly abuse conference scheduled Tuesday at EIU 69 CHARLESTON The abuse and neglect of elderly persons will be the topic of a special one-day conference Tuesday at Eastern Illinois University.

The conference is designed for social service agency personnel who have contact with the elderly. Participants will learn about the pervalence and forms of elder abuse and will hear about agencies and Names in the news Attend convention MATTOON Norma Grisamore and Arlene Douglas, members of the Pegtown Chapter of American Business Women's Association, have returned from the 35th annual national convention held Oct. 17-21 in Detroit, Mich. The chapter was recognized at the District II award session for having earned the banner award for the 1983-84 chapter year. The banner medallion was accepted by Mrs.

Grisamore, chapter delegate, along with a certificate for Jane Roberts, 1984 Woman of the Year. The 1985 national convention will be held Oct. 9-13 in San Antonio, Tex. Correction Meeting time wrong CHARLESTON The program entitled "Public Policy You Can Make A Difference" will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the 4-H Center on the Coles County Fairgrounds.

It was previously reported that the meeting would begin at 7:30 p.m. in a column written by Patsy Luedke, which appeared in Wednesday's newspaper. S.O.S. Clowns for Christ prepare for annual assembly Nov. 3 MATTOON "Christianity: Clowns for Christ" is the theme of the annual assembly of the Lakeland Cluster of Christian Churches (Disciples of Christ) to be held Sunday, Nov.

4. The assembly, involving 15 congregations from central Illinois, will be held from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Lake Land College Student Union and Theatre. Dr. James Whitehurst of Illinois Wesleyan College will present a multi-media program called "The Clown Within." Using a computer controlled bank of 10 projectors, he will show 1,000 fast-paced slides to create a light program with a serious point: "Christians, like clowns, dare to be different." Students from Lake Land's clownology class will assist with traffic and registration.

They have also been enlisted to do face-painting for children. Prior to the program a meal, catered hv Swartz Restaurant, De- Engaged Daniel Warner, Gena Simpson MATTOON Mr. and Mrs. Nealby D. Simpson of Borger, Tex.

the engagement of their daughter, Gena to Daniel Robert Warner. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John J. Warner of Mattoon.

The bride-elect, graduate of Borger High School, is a senior at West Texas State University. She is employed by Hugh Goldston, D.D.S. A graduate of Mattoon High School and the University of Illinois, Warner is employed by Phillips Petroleum Co. A Nov. 24 wedding is planned.

Anniversary Mr. Mrs. Harold McPherson MATTOON Mr. and Mrs. Harold McPherson of the OddFellow Rebekah Home will observe their 62nd wedding anniversary Oct.

28. McPherson and Bessie Price were married Oct. 28; 1922. in Allenville. They have one daughter, Mrs.

David (Mary) Hudson of Mattoon. The couple has five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. On the go Saturday, Oct. 27 CENTRAL Illinois Singles, wiener roast at Louis Wickman's house (235-1681), dance on patio, bring hot dogs, buns and soft drinks. All singles welcome.

ANNUAL Holiday Bazaar, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. First Baptist Church of Arthur. Rolls and beverage, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Soup and pie.

11 a.m. ALCOHOLIC'S Anonymous, Al-Anon, Al-Atot, 8 p.m. Trinity Lutheran Church, 3400 DeWitt. BAKE SALE, 10 a.m.to 2 p.m. Mattoon Walmart.

Sponsored by the East CentralIllinois Dental Hygienists. Sunday, Oct. 28 COLES County Genealogical Soclety, 2 p.m. the Wesley Foundation, 2202 S. 4th, Charleston.

Forrest Gregg will be in charge of program on "Tassels, Tables and Broomcorn Johnnies." Monday, Oct. 29 COLES County Solos, 7 p.m. Halloween Party. Come dressed in costume or not, just come. First Methodist Church, room 108.

All separated, divorced and widowed persons of all denominations welcome to attend. HIGH EFFICIENCY AND ENERGY TAX CREDIT CAN REPLACE YOUR WINDOWS Check us out now! CALL NOW! 217-359-9030 or Toll Free 800-892-1414 catur, will be "served. The menu includes baked swiss steak, mashed potatoes, green green salad, roll, coffee, tea, and pie. The cost is $4 for adults and $2 for under age 12. Reservations must be made no later than Oct.

28, and may be made at one of the following churches: Arcola First Christian Church, Rev. John McGarvey; Vine Street Christian Church, Arthur, Rev. Michael Johnson; First Christian Dr. Joe Detamore; Mattoon First Christian Church, Rev. Bob Clark or Al Krietemeier; Marshall Ave.

Christian Church, Mattoon; Rev. Steve Allen; Newman First Christian Church, Rev. Leslie Wolfe; First Christian Church, Paris, Rev. John Faust; Casey First Christian Church, Rev. Glen Roseborough; or Allenville Christian Church, Dr.

Lonnie Southern. Guests are welcome to attend. Senior MATTOON Several area public speak-out meetings, sponsored by the East Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging, will be held during November. The Mattoon meeting will be held at 1 p.m. Nov.

12 at the Mattoon Area Senior. Center. Other area meetings will be held at 1 p.m. Nov. 9 in the Sullivan Area Center and at 10 a.m.

Nov. 12 in the Life Center, Toledo. Comments received from the public during a series of these meetings throughout the area. will assist the Agency and local organizations in advocating for older persons and in developing the resources and programs to help them The Agency encourages senior citizens, serice providers, senior organizations and public officials to speak out on problems, concerns and experiences in obtaining health care services; the need for assistance in paying for necessary pharmaceuticals, home heating and telephone usage; for more homedelivered meals, volunteers and nursing home friendly visitors and other aspects of senior citizen services. Those wishing to may mail their comments to Michael O'Donnell, Manger, East New Arrivals Natalie Hostetter Larry and Janet Hostetter.

of Windsor are the parents of a daughter, Natalie Lynn. She was born at 12:21 a.m. Oct. 1, 1984 and weighed 8 pounds, ounces at birth i in Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center. Hostetter is the acting manager of Long John Silvers in Charleston.

Maternal grandparents are Dean and Diane Elzy of Windsor and the paternal grandparents are June Hostetter of Mattoon and Charlie Hostetter of North Carolina. Delmar and Elzy of Sullivan are the infant's 'greatgrandparents. Brittany Barker Robert and Deborah Barker of Charleston are the parents of a daughter, Brittany Noel. She was born at 1:15 a.m. Oct.

16, 1984 and weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce at birth in Sarah Bush' Lincoln Health Center. Edna Smith of Carbondale and Ed Smith of Carterville are the maternal grandparents. Walton and Beulah Barker of Charleston is the paternal grandparents. DIET START OUR PROGRAM BEFORE HALLOWEEN AND YOU CAN LOSE 15 POUNDS BY THANKSGIVING AND 30 POUNDS BY CHRISTMAS! CALL TODAY 40 WIN AT THE LOSING DIET Mattoon 601 Broadway Ph. 235-5021 Charleston 616 W.

Lincoln Ph. 345-2607 is Preparing to worship are (I-r) Dr. Joe Detamore, Dr. Lonnie Southern and the Rev. Al Krietemier.

calendar, menus listed Central Illinos Area Agency on Center by the Peace Meal Senior Aing. 2714 McGraw Drive, Nutrition program should make Bloomington, IL 61701. reservations by NOON the day For further information, call the before they plan to eat by calling senior center at 234-3311. 234-3311. For the week of Oct.

29 to Nov. 3 PEACE MEAL MENU SENIOR CENTER All meals are served with bread, ACTIVITIES margarine and milk. 204 S. 21st Monday Monday through Friday: Card Beef noodles games, pool, ping pong, open 9 a.m. Corn 3 p.m.

Cottage cheese Monday: Walking class, 8 a.m. Mandarin oranges Tuesday: China Painters Club, 10 Tuesday a.m.; Exercise class 11:15 a.m. by Porcupine meat balls Carol Dimiter; Lake Land College Lima beans beauty appointments. Combination salad Wednesday: Walking class, 8 Jello a.m.; Telecare staff meeting, 10 Wednesday a.m.; Halloween party and magic Baked ham show, 12:30 a.m. Scalloped potatoes Thursday: "Thursday Morning Broccoli Crafters" 10 a.m.

to noon; Nutrition Cake Education byNancy Stoutenborough, Thursday 11 a.m. Chicken breast filet Friday: Walking class, 8 a.m.; Cooked cabbage Christmas Craft Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 3 Waldorf salad p.m.; Ceramics Class, 9 a.m.; Pudding Breakfast Club, 9:30 a.m. Friday Saturday: Christmas Craft Pork cutlet Bazaar, 9 to noon. Mashed potatoes Senior Citizens who wish to eat a Creamed carrots noon meal provided at the Senior Fruit salad Mrs.

C.E. Owen of Carbondale and Mr. and Mrs. Leon Smith of Makanda are the greatgrandparents. Erica East Roger and Kathy East of Oakland are the parents of a daughter, Erica Jo.

She was born at 5:12 p.m. Oct. 17, 1984 and weighed 6 pounds, ounces at birth in Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center. East is a salesman for Illini FS. Helen Kimball of Charleton is the maternal grandmother.

Billy and Shirley East of Hindsboro are the paternal grandparents. John Kimball of Charleston and Ruby Trimble of Hindsboro are the great-grandparents. Megan Nelson Mr. and Mrs. Tony (Gail) Nelson of Jewett are the parents of a daughter, Megan Catherine.

She was born at 2:47 p.m. Oct. 16, 1984 and weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces at birth in St. Anthony Memorial Hospital, Effingham. She has a sister, Sara Elizabeth, 23 mo.

Mr. and Mrs. Joe Nelson of Jewett and Mr. and Mrs. Dean Swim of Greenup are the grandparents.

Great-grandparents are Gib Nelson of Jewett, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Graham of Hazel Dell and Harold Swim of Greenup. Mrs. Anna Sparks of Mattoon are the infant's great- greatgrandmother.

programs available to address the problem. Special sessions have been designed to teach participants how to identify an abusive situation, how to counsel the abused, and how to handle the abuser. Speakers for the conference will include Mary Jo Hunt of the Illinois Attorney General's office in Chicago; Carolyn Cochrane of the Illinois Department on Aging; Kathleen Quinn of the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence; Roberta Shallenberger, Coles County Assistant State's Attorney; Bobbie Hall of East Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging; and Paul Medlin of Guardianship and Advocacy. The conference will be held from 9. a.m.

to 4 p.m. in the University Union. Registration is $15 for the first participant from an agency or organization and $10 per person for the second and subsequent persons from the same agency. Registration includes a noon luncheon. Late registration will be accepted telephone until noon on Monday, 29.

Persons may register by calling the Regional Planning Commission at 348-0521 in Charleston. The program is co-sponsored by the Coalition Against Domestic Violence serving Clark, Coles, Cumberland, Douglas, Edgar, Moultrie and Shelby counties; and the Community Information and Education Service, a cooperative project of the University of Illinois, Cooperative Extension' Service, and Lake Land College. Mindy Seeley Charles Lee and Donna Seeley of Charleston are the parents of a daughter, Mindy Jo. She was born at 1:34 a.m. Oct.

13, 1984 and weighed 6 pounds, ounces at birth in Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center. She has a sister, Jamie Lynn, 22 mo. Seeley is employed at Wal-Mart in Charleston. Mr. and Mrs.

Oscar Denton of Brandon, Fla. are the maternal grandparents and Mary Seeley of Route 4, Charleston is the paternal grandmother. Mrs. Ada Brown of Marion and Mr. and Mrs.

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