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Thursday. October 22, 1992 Mattoon (111.) Journal Gazette C5 Entertainment By ROBERT MACY Associated Press Writer LAS VEGAS (AP) She owns just about every honor a singer could covet, but Whitney Houston says the best is yet to come. Schwarzenegger terminates widow's $22,000 debt 1 I fi -cr A LOS ANGELES (AP) -Arnold Schwarzenegger terminated a $22,000 debt owed by the widow of a man hired to install cinema equipment at the actor's home, his publicist said Wednesday. Schwarzenegger freed Janice Nickerson of the obligation after talking with her, said Charlotte Parker. He previously had removed a lien placed on her home.

"He's not a hardhearted person. He's a very understanding and compassionate person," Ms. Parker said of the actor whose high-grossing films include the "Terminator" movies. Mrs. Nickerson, a part-time secretary whose husband died before completing work at the star's home, had accused him of playing "hardball." She said attempts to work out a payment schedule were rejected by him through attorneys.

But Ms. Parker said the matter had not been brought to AP Photo Whitney Houston is expecting a child early Early next year she'll add the title of "Mom," and the pop music megastar says it an honor without equal. "There is no comparison," she says, patting her abdomen, a smile lighting up her face. "It is just the biggest honor of all to be pregnant, to be waiting for your child to come. It's an amazing thing.

It's like no other feeling of joy in the world that I can compare." Houston, 28, talked of pending parenthood during an interview at the Desert Inn Hotel, where she drew turnaway crowds during a recent three-night engagement. It was her first appearance at a hotel-casino. But she says she may be working more small venues as opposed to arenas in the months leadingup to the birth of her first child. Now four months pregnant, she says she's ready to slow down a bit. It didn't show in her high-energy, 75-minute performance at the Strip resort.

"I like playing the small venues," she said, propping an elbow on a table in her spacious suite. "I played the small clubs before when I first started out with my mom (singer Cissy Houston) and they were the best of times for me. "I love the feeling and the intimacy with the people. The feeling that takes half an hour to generate through an arena takes 10 minutes in an intimate atmosphere. I remember once loving that feeling very much." She says she plans to scale back her work late in her seventh month and "will probably not do anything" in her final month.

But she admits inactivity isn't her forte. "I'm the type of person I can't just sit around, I like to keep busy. I'm just pregnant; I'm not an invalid." Houston is the only artist to achieve seven consecutive No. 1 hits, surpassing the Beatles. Her three albums have reached mul-tiplatinum status.

She went from an unknown teen-ager singing in her mother's church choir in her hometown of Newark, N.J., to music stardom with hits such as "The Greatest Love of All," "Didn't We Almost Have It All?" and "Saving All My Love for You." She's won two Grammys, 12 American Music Awards, three People's Choice citations, a pair of Emmys and an American Black Achievement Award to name a few. And next month she ventures onto new professional turf with O'Connor's albums crushed her first movie, "The Bodyguard," opposite Kevin Costner. She plays a singer-actress being stalked by a killer, with Costner hired as her bodyguard despite her objections. Their relationship evolves from confrontational to romantic, but Houston won't tell the outcome. "You'll just have to go see the show," she says.

The switch from singing to movies was a "great thrill but very hard work, very confining work," she says. "It's a very slow-moving process. For me it was a real culture shock, coming from music and being able to move fast, move at your own pace. If you want, you can have a record out in a week. Films take discipline, a deep-rooted discipline," She received many scripts before "Bodyguard," but none to her liking.

"None of them seemed to hit me. Then I saw this one, and I knew it was special. I was afraid. It was like, My God, can I handle this? This might be too much, Whitney. Don't bite off more than you can chew.

Don't do this to "But there was the challenge, along with Kevin's encouragement. He kept telling me, "You can do it. You can do "It is a major role for a black entertainer, for a black female," she said. seasons on WWOR, a supersta-tion seen on cable systems nationwide. "The Howard Stern Show" showcased segments such as "Lesbian Dating Game" and "Hooker Hollywood Squares." The Los Angeles chapter of the National Organization for Women issued a statement criticizing hiring of Stern, suggesting a possible boycott of the network and its advertisers.

COUNTRY CONCERT November 15, 1992 REBAMiEVrmE BROOKS MIKE REED Ph. Betty 258-0428 or Pat 345-3977 by Friday Nov. 23. a Howard Stern plans to start TV talk show Schwarzenegger Schwarzenegger's notice until Mrs. Nickerson's comments were reported in the media.

Mrs. Nickerson, who had described herself as struggling since her husband's 1989 death from a heart attack, hag an unlisted telephone number. Burns, joined by NECO Chair-man William Fugazy, donned hardhats with O'Connor's picture inside a circle with a slash through it. As the steamroller headed up Sixth Avenue, a crowd cheered. "It's time for Sinead to go on the schneid.

Her sales should go down. People must stand up and say, You cannot do things in bad taste," said Burns. On Friday, the singer was booed off the stage at a concert starring Bob Dylan. Elaine Schock, a spokeswoman for O'Connor, said the singer would not be affected by the record-pressing. "I don't quite get this.

It smacks of the same kind of censorship as burning books," said Schock. "And this thing that they're going to send it to her. Where? How many stamps will they have to put on it? It's not like she lives in Long Island." nience. ARIES (March 21 -April 19) There are constructive undercurrents that could begin to stir today which might prove beneficial for you where your career is concerned. Be watchful for indi-Ccitors TAURUS (April 20-May 207 The chance you've been hoping for an opportunity that could help establish a better relationship with someone you're attracted to might present itself today.

GEMINI (May 21 -June 20) If there are little things that require fixing in your abode today, give expression to your do-it-yourself skills. The results will please you, and you could save money. CANCER (June 21 -July 22) Pleasant developments might be in the offing at this time through individuals with whom you're involved socially. Keep on the best of terms with pals, especially those who wield influence. LEO (July 23-Aug.

22) Your financial trends look more promising today than they did yesterday. However, continue to be prudent in all your financial dealings. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) You are now in a brief cycle where your leadership qualities and assertive skills are accentuated.

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3 appearance on "Saturday Night Live," ripped up the picture at the end of her performance and announced, "Fight the real enemy." "She has every right to do and say what she wants, but decent people have every right to come together and say it's in bad taste and disrespectful," said Arnold I. Burns, the group's president. Horoscope If your birthday is today: Usually, you like to have a partner in your involvements, but in the year ahead, your greatest successes are likely to come from endeavors where you operate solely on your own. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct.

23) In two unrelated situations, you were helpful to individuals who are now in a position to reciprocate. They might do more for you than you did for them. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Dealings you have today with large groups should work out to your expectations.

Be optimistic regarding these ments. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) Your probabilities for success will be enhanced today if you deal directly with those who can make on-the-spot decisions. Avoid intermediaries.

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20-Feb. 19) Your possibilities for achieving favorable commercial objectives are rather good both today and tomorrow. Devote your efforts to goals that are materially meaningful. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) Your follow-through will win you the respect of your peers today, because, onceyou make a commitment, you'll strive to keep it regardless of any inconve fjjTER'B TOfilfHITQ OLD STYLE and SPECIAL EXPORT NITE 25C Drafts $1" Pitchers LIVE D.J.

KEVIN "GOOB" SCHACKMANN GIVEAWAYS FOR DRAWINGS T-Shlrts-Hats -Beer Mugs NO COVER next year. mother. The organization is dedicated to promoting a positive self-, image for children by providing opportunities for them to learn and express themselves in supportive environments. "If anybody doesn't know a child is a miracle, they're not living on this planet," she says. She makes it a point while on tour to visit children's homes and; terminally ill youngsters one of her toughest challenges "because it touches me so deeply." Having won it all, and with her' first child on the way, Houston says she has another, very special dream.

"I would like to see this nation that we live in called America the beautiful take more interest in our children: in their health; in their education; in their When I was growing up, people at least still cared about each otheiV Their values and morals were more intact. We have to get back to basics. I think we're losing a lot of young people very fast," she said. "I see things getting worse drug abuse, crime, the assaults we make on each other. And it really comes down on you when you're about to bring a life into this world.

It really starts to beat you over the head. "I want my child to grow up in a healthy world, and right now it's not looking very healthy." that their network is intent on perpetuating the hatred of women through Stern and in fact are willing participants in the growing backlash against women in this country." NITE POT Efftaham.lL 159) Efflngham.lL Ad. to Wwtorn Brtntr Inn WEDNESDAY THRU SUNDAY "Terry Michael Jeffrey" SUNDAY COUNTRY NITE "To Stuffed To Jump" The 01 place to party! 3.00 Ml Shan Montpmi STARTSFRIDAY! Vit4V a jj i Tomorrow 5:00,7:00,9:00 The subject matter someone stalking a star was chillingly realistic for Houston, as it is for many celebrities. "I've dealt with it before," she said. "I've been threatened.

People love you to death, if you know what I mean. The word fan comes from the word fanatic." Houston says she may have a sonogram to learn the sex of her baby, although she likes the suspense of not knowing. Her husband, singer-songwriter Bobby Brown, is hoping for a girl, she says, while she would like a boy. "So I think it will be a girl, because that's what he wants," she said with a laugh. As a youngster she wanted to be a teacher or a veterinarian.

"I was always dragging stray animals home. I had this thing for animals, I still do." The close-knit family that Houston knew growing up remains that way today In addition to her mother's role in her career, her father, John, is head of her management company, brother Michael is her road manager and brother Gary provides backup vocals. Her career also was influenced by cousin Dionne Warwick and family friend Aretha Franklin. Children share a special niche in Houston's life. She's formed the Whitney Houston Foundation for Children, headed by her "When is this industry going to draw the said Tammy Bruce, NOWs Los Angeles president.

"Through the hiring of Stern, is sending the message that misogyny and sexism pays, DON'T MISS THIS ONE! October 28 MATINEE LARRY LINVILLE (Major Frank Bums from M-A-S-H) In Weekend Comedy Late reservations accepted. Ph. Betty 258-0428 or Pat 345-3977 STARTS FRIDAY! W1PP mm Tomorrow 5:15,7:15,9:15 1 lb VP NEW YORK AP) Top-rated radio shock jock Howard Stern said Wednesday he plans to start a talk show on cable television. A women's group quickly protested. In a freewheeling news conference, Stern said hell will be host of a one-on-one interview show debuting Nov.

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