‘Ann Landers Dear Ann Landers: | have a terminal illness. Yes, 1 am One of 400,000 people who will die from cancer this year. | have something to say to friends and relatives of all _ terminal patients. | hope you will allow me to use your column as a platform. Oear Family and Friends: When you first found out about my illness you came by to see me. Your concern and caring gave us all a great deal of emotional support. But where are you now? True, It's golng to take a while for this hideous disease to finish me off, but Is that any reason to treat me as if | were already dead? As time goes by, | need you more — not less. | don't want your pity, Just your friendship. lease come and see me now. Cancer Is not contaglous. | still look pretty good. My mind is as sharp as it ever was. | need to see some friendly faces from the outside world. A visit from you now will give me a great deal more pleasure than the flowers you send'to my funeral. — Freeport, (il. Dear Freeport: Hore is your letter, and | hope the people who need to see it will. | hope, too, If they are staying away because they don’t know what to say, that they will realize that you want to be talked to thes ‘came way they would talk to any other social triend. Thank you for taying It on the line. You performed a valuable service today. Dear Ann Landers: | hope you think my problem Js too trivial to print. It's of great Importance to me. A certain person, namely our new minister, should see it. Every Sunday from the pulpit, this insensitive oaf announces the birthdays of various members of the congregation. Not only does he give the date, he also tells everybody's age. There are many women who don’t want their age broadcast around town. | look a lot younger than | am, and It's nobody's business what year | was born. Not.a single person knew how old ! was until this character took it upon himself to include it as part of his Sunday message. | know our minister reads your column because he quotes from it frequently. Please give him an eyeful. Thank you. - Shelby, N.C., Subsertber Dear Shelby: Here's the eyeful with an added comment from me. | think it’s nice that your minister says ‘happy birthday” to members of his flock, ‘thoughtfulness’? would be appreciated a more if he did not get Into specific numbers. Dear Ann Landers: My cousin is also a very close friends. When I announced my engagement, the first thing she said was, ‘I'm golng to sing at your wedding."' (know she means well, but the girl has a lousy voice. She has brought up the subject three times this week, each time telling me how thrilled she Is. | haven't had the heart to tell her what | really think. My mother insists friendship is more important than the quality of the vocalist. She claims everyone will know the girl is not a professional and realize she is singing for sentimental reasons. 1! DON'T WANT HER TO SING. ‘What should | do? = Tongue-Tled In Kentucky Dear Ken: Untle your, tongue and tell ‘‘Cuz’’ you have Gecided to engage harpist, or ‘violinist. Ask her to be. a bridesmaid. Check your tickets The Provincial Youth Employment Program will help employers to create jobs for young people in farm and _ in a much shorter period of time.” Employers will also find that” effective training and If the employer can pro- vide a good training situation whereby a youth will learn marketable job skills, the province will.ghare the cost to a new ‘youth employee will serve to moti- vate the youth and encourage more cooperation on the fob. Feedback to a new employee receive ieee $1.40 and $2.50’ per hour from the min- istry of labor for each youth approved under the Pro- vincial” Youth Employment Jefferson says, Pea ers sre free to hire person of their chote or oe ean assist them in finding of the wages over a two-to-four month period. Larry Jefferson, . field coordinator in the Nelson office, says “Employers can receive numerous . benefits from the creation of a youth training position. Employers will get better results and the youth will be more pro- duetive if a training program is prepared and taught ac- cordingly. “If the taining of a new should be frequent and con- to This training should provide good value to the employer for short or long term eee In either young people with suitable interests and talents to match employer needs.” . Jobe may start anytime after April 1,)1980,: but“ om ployers . are’ reminded’ ‘apply six weeks prior to the: “ starting date‘ to provide for ‘] Processing. Applications sre ; available for the Farm and Business from the local chambers of commerce, village office or directly from the Provincial’ Youth Em: ployment office located at 601 *. Front St..in Nelson, or tel- ephone 352-5378. Bi ED BY HIGH PRIGES 2 it ‘sta ND SAVE'AT.“"' still only from $22.00 up Mostly.with full kitchens — at no extra cost. >, Free parking * Downtown location Weekly, monthly & ° family rotes For brochure and reservations write: Sra THE MAYFAIR. HOTEL AS Hornby St., Vancouver, B.C. V6Z'1V 1 or Phone area 604-687-6751 Kootenay Hea N68 TRAML sr focllities Include: Sauna, Steam, and “1 Whisipool Bath, Also, check ov out ‘the Pro Shop. for.your team uniform :’ and Gnd jacket roquire- ee & Pro: Shop’ Thursday, Fob. 28 8:00 eh : Bantens ron Picyett Game No.1 Trail vs. Nelson or. Toyota vs. ie! ‘Hotel Provincial Youth Employ. ment training project can be mutually productive. While , young people are learning important skills and acquir- . ing sound information about the world of work, the em- ployer is getting extra Jobe done or the yout young emp the employer vel discover that supervision time is re- duced and the youth will begin to earn the wages paid Feb. 20 - March 4 for a permanent full ae position. Employers interested in such a training Program can WARP boycott list WARP Boycott List Feb. 20- March 4 1) WHITE SUGAR — increased in price from $7.09 at the beginning of December to $10.09 by the: middle of February on the 10 Kg bag. 2) CANNED BEANS AND PORK — this includes canned beans with tomato sauce. In the list of in- gredients of most brands checked; the first is water and the third is sugar. 3) STEWING BEEF — this item has risen in price to as high as $268 Ih Buy cheaper cuts and cube meat yourself. 4) PANCAKE SYRUPS — another sugar product rising in price. Most contain artificial coloring and flavor. ing unless label states it is 100 per cent maple syrup. 5) RAISINS — after a as its no. 1 ingredient. Quite a pricey item. Courumer Tips: + 1) Shop with a list and save time, money and effort. 2) Become a more aware consumber by: a) complain- ing effectively; b) reading the list of ingredients on food: packaging; c) leaving nutri- tionally-void products on the shelves, . Kites are one of the earliest of all toys — they are mentioned in the old writings of Asia and Egypt. bumper crop in California, , why did prices Dot go down more as adv 6) RAISIN BRAN CEREAL — a consumer re- quest as it is now a very juct. Also con- Check those Feb. 20° - For iti prizes re- Western Express tickets. member the last six identical Winning numbers for the The five $100,000 win- . ning numbers are 2453046, digits are worth $1,000; last five identical digits $100 and the last four identical digits $25. The last three identical digits will allow the ticket _ holder to redeem that ticket for five dollars worth of 2461372, 2998907, 1840868 . Western Express tickets. prod tains three types of sugar. 7) NON-DAIRY COF- FEE CREAMERS — did you know that these products contain up to 65.4 per cent sugar? A poor nutritional value, 8) JAMS & JELLIES — another product with sugar Enjoy the relaxation of our holding tounge. before entering one of our 2 dining rooms for an evening of fine | cuisine. Phone us today and make a reservation. Phone 365-6000 fireside place © Canadian Dishes Take-Out Meals Too! For Reservations Phone 365-6028 1432 Columbia, Castlegar Mon.-Thurs. 5-31 p.m. Fri. & Sot. 5p.m.-la.m, When in Nelson enjoy 3 different Chinese f Friday - Hong Kong Saturday - Shanghai Sunday - Peking Open Every Day Including Holidays! 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Senior Novices - » Castlegar 8:00 a.m:- Klothes Kloset vs, GLS Elect: Castlegar Commercial League 8:45 p.m. - Juvenites vs. Hi Arrow. unio Novices : Ca: 00 p. .m. - Super Valu old arena) Tussday, March 4 Castlegar Commercial League “+ 10:00 p.m. - V&H Contr. vs, D-Bar-D Junior Novices - ; Castlegar 6:00 p.m..= Dixie Lea (ol ld arena) Junior Novices - Cast seme! ‘March 5. 00 p.m. - Basran Hdge { {old areno)’ oa J B.C. Winter: Ganies pl yng Fathers downed the the | Boaver Valley Good-Timers . 11-7. it was a-fun evening with pen ting like a Protestant and missing mass. For the first -imoginary gun. 8 BCTV announces - games coverage country skiing at North tar e Spat R’ Sz Sorts awards ‘University athletes ‘About 550 eRe athletes who are members of “teams ‘which regularly: take part in top-tier competition with other universities are now eligible - for . sports awards of $1,000 each from Photo, can alties calied.for.ac- and ad his Sto ‘were: puppies” six:ito 11 fr months of age. They pulled a” float on which some children Serpe ti fos News /MirrorFotos by Gary Fleming. op ume se was the queen float. Another float was that of the Lions. Al eee plans ‘to cover the BC. Winter Games to be held in vuday to Sileniey 2 with) the > Opening taking Pine on Wednesday of this Bill « Bennett, attend the official opening idents enrolled at the Univer- and’ weleome approximately. 2,250 young athletes from all sity ‘of British - Columbia, Simon. Fraser University or parts of-British Columbis. the University of Victoria, Bernie Pascall will host a and must have made the var- special program on the even- sity team in one of the sports _ ings of Thursday, Friday and in which that _ university Saturdays during the NEWS the p g universities, Science and Communications Minister - Dr." Pat McGeer has - an nounced. z : To be eligible, ‘students must “already: be B.C, Tes Sets up bus service A shuttle bus service for athletes and, the “general © - public will be in operation during the four days of com-- petitions in the, 1980 B.C. Wintet Games in Kimber! ‘ley. The Winter Games transportation system will have two buses operating on two routes ‘serving Kimber- ley and Marysville. There When With the snow gone or almost disappeared, - ensure that your clothing and equip- ment is-well stored for -use next season. Using a torch or spray wax-remover, and a rag, remove all waxes from wooden or synthetically based skis. Waxes left on over the summer” will eat their way into base fibres. Store skis in’ a mod- erately dry.room. If possible, suspend the skis with bases” facing the ceiling, to prevent camber changing. In order to prevent warping of wooden models or damage to syn- thetics, avoid piling anything. will be no charge for its use. Headquarters for the system will be:-McKim Jr. Secondary School and the complete circuit for each bus | will take approximately 45 minutes. _ The shuttle bus routes two. buses will venture out - will be printed on the Kim- from there on their separate. circular routes. A total of 19 “stops.for pick-ups and drop- offs bave been designated cand will include a stop at each Sport site. It is anticipated a” Ski cross country berley map featured in the official games program which will. be available at the Bavarian Hut, all sports venues and at both opening ceremonies. ‘ season ends _ on your skis. They may also be strapped vertically to’ smooth-surfaced walls. Hang. poles. by © their straps. Synthetic boots should be cleaned.of dirt and wax. Pile linings should be dry before storage. Leather boots. may be saddlesoaped or coated with some .other protector before’ storing’ in plastic bags. Clothing should be washed or dry cleaned and stored in plastic bags. ~ Clean out, wax boxes and tighten any container lids, especially klisters, Clean all waxing accessories: scraper, spreaders, irons, , torches. s In Cross-C P' © Rentals 7 days a week © Serviced Sales ¢ 352-6411 3¢+ Victoria S1., NELSON © CANS! Certified Instruction 8:30 o.m.-5:30 p.m. KNOWPACI itry Skiing a.m.-6 p.m., Tues. * ‘Sai. 1 o.m.-9p.m.. Fei’ Throw away the . dirtiest waxing rags. «Keep all your nordic gear together so you'll know where it is come the first snows next season. : . HOUR FINAL, highlighting Winners of the new the daily events. awards will be selected on On Thuretay, the pro- the basis of a recommen- gral will cover the opening dation from their coach and ceremonies, the arrival of the -the approval of an advisory athletes and pay tribute to committee to the minister. the people of Kimberley and Participants in the fol- Cranbrook who have given ‘ lowing: winter and spring their full support to this sports become eligible for the - competition. ' awards immediately: men's ‘Alex Robertson and Ron and women's basketball, Manz -will report on ‘the gymnastics, skiing, swim- numerous daily events which ming and diving, and volley- will include alpine and cross-* alle men’s ice hockey and wrestling. Eligible in the next | academic year will be par- Adult heart disease ticipants in men’s and wo- deaths below age 65 have men’s cross-country, rowing, steadily decreased since the sailing and track and field; - first Heart Fund campaign in women's field hockey; men’s 1958, your heart fund dollars football, golf and: soccer. mean research victories. Magaw’s dog team pulled’ a’: minicar in in which rode Peter 2. Jakes He Onabet abt ot eee Chabot, ix of Ht organiza aFEe Er <3 “outdoor ; experiences Itd.|- Nature’s Perfect Gift! - WHO'S YOUR CHOICE? the Month? The Mid-Week Mirror/ Castlegar News would like you to'send your nomination for the month of February + fousat P.O. Drawer 3007. Costlegar, B.C: VIN 3H4 . The person must be of amateur status, & reside in the WEST KOOTENAYS. In your nomination please include past achievements , and major accomplishment(s) for the month of February. - - Deadline for entry must be postmarked no later than Mar. 151/80. 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