Banner Graphic, Volume 10, Number 159, Greencastle, Putnam County, 10 March 1980 — Page 3

Dear Abby : Looks like Dad has settled in

DEAR ABBY: Help! l>ast year my husband asked it 1 would mind having his recently widowed father come to stay with us "for a while," giving him a chance to meet new friends, become familiar with our area, and get a fresh outlook on life away from sad memories of an ill wife and her death.l agreed. It has been a year since Dad arrived, and he makes no mention of finding a place of his own. Our privacy is gone, a child gave up his room, Dad expresses no gratitude, and he’s not all that clean! In fact, his room is smelling up the house. I've told my husband that I'm very unhappy with this setup. Our family doctor says Dad is healthy and strong, and we as a young family deserve our privacy. I know deep down that my husband feels as I do, but he refuses to anything about it because he feels sorry for him. , I sometimes question my right to want Dad out of our house; I came into this marriage with children from a previous marriage. My husband adopted them and has been a wonderful provider. Now I feel guilty because I can't do the same in his father's case. However, my husband knew I had children when he married me, but I didn't know our mar riage would include a father in-law. Is there a solution? MISERABLE DEAR MISERABLE: Would a marriage that included a father-in-law who expressed his gratitude occasionally and

Calendar of events Monday The board of directors of the Masonic Temple Association ►;Tnc. will meet at 7:30 p.m Monday, March 10, in the Temple. The Home Extension Chorus will rehearse at 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 10, at Greencastle First Baptist Church, Jud- , spn Drive. Women of all ages are welcome to join.' - Chapter CB of PEO will meet at 8 p.m. Monday, March 10, with Mrs. Clinton Gas, 707 Highridge Ave. . Tuesday Masonic Lodge of No. 47 will have an E.A. degree at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 11. The Happier Homes Extension Club will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. March 11, at the home of Mrs. Ted Glidewell Applegate Lodge No. 155, Fillmore, will hold its stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 11. All officers and members are encouraged to attend. The Four Leaf Clover Club will meet at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 11, with Mrs. Louise Johnson. The lesson will be given by Ella Marie Torr on Fashion and Fabric Trends. Tuesday Reading Circle will meet at 2 p.m Tuesday, Mar ch 11, at Asbury Towers. Mrs. W.W. Crandall will be the hostess. The program will be presented by Mrs. Russell Cflm- • pton. Cloverdale Business Association will hold its businessluncheon at 12 p.m. March 11, at Monnett’s Cafeteria Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 1550 will hold their regular meeting at 7:30p.m. Tuesday, March 11, at the post home. The Better Homes Extension Homemakers Club will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 11, at the home of Jeanne Albright. Members are reminded to bring the materials for the Easter baskets. - - The Community Service Extension Homemakers Club will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 11, at the home of Cozette McColgin. Members, note change of meet ing place. Wednesday The film, “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” will be shown at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 12, at Fillmore Elementary School in the library. The movie is open to all Children and adults and admission charge is 50 cents. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Chapter I, PEO, will meet at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 12, with Mrs. Keith Monnett. Mrs. Emmett Hunter will assist the hostess. Veronica Club will meet at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 12, at . the home of Mary Ellen Glidewell, 614 Westlane Road. Lorene Allee will have the program. The West Floyd Extension Homemakers Club will meet at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 12, at the home of Mrs. Blanche Miller. The lesson on old-fashioned cooking will be given by Mrs. Miller. Thursday The Beech Grove Ladies Aid will meet all day Thursday, March 13, at the church. Emily Boyle will be hostess. The Jefferson Extension Homemakers will meet at 12 p.m Thursday, March 13, for lunch at the home of Mrs. Nina Saunders and a lesson on old-fashioned cooking. Please bring an old-fashioned recipe. . *. Friday : > The Woman’s Study Club will meet at 2 p.m. Friday, March 14, with Mrs. Clinton Gass The program will be given by Mrs. Roy Sutherlin. ..>■,» Century Club will meet at 2 p.m. Friday, March 14, at the home of Mrs. Harold Knoy, Roban Apartments, 327 Bloomington, No. 7, north entrance. Mrs. Charles Jones will present a program entitled, “Remember Madame Chiang'’” . Saturday The Greencastle Business and Professional Women's Club • Spring Style Show will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 15, at the Greencastle Elks Club. Greencastle Squares will dance from 8-11 p.m. Saturday. March 15, at the Greencastle National Guard Armorv.

TOUR'S RESTAURANT Effective Tuesday, March 11,1980 DINING ROOM HOURS Tuesday through Sunday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. LOUNGE HOURS Tuesday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Sunday 12:30 p.m. -1 a.m.

didn't smell up the house be tolerable? If so, your husband should speak frankly to Dad. If your resentment at having lost your privacy is what is really gnawing at you, you must discuss it calmly and candidly with your husband. Unresolved anger seldom disappears with time. It grows, and erupts eventually. DEAR ABBY: I’ve been going with this guy for a year. I’m 20 and he's 22. We get along really well and I'm in love with him. I’m the only girl he dates, and he’s the only guy for me. We’ve been intimate, and there’s no problem there. The problem is that he’s never said, “I love you.” He’s not cold or anything like that. He’s very affectionate, . and he’s told me he thinks I'm “the greatest.” He’s paid me lots of compliments, so I know he really cares for me, but he seems to carefully avoid saying those three little words I want to hear. 1 haven't told him I love him yet because I've been waiting for him to say it first. Abby, how can 1 get him to say “I love you,” and why do you think he's been holding back? NO I LOVE YOU’S IN VEGAS DEAR NO: I don’t know about your guy, but most guys are reluctant to say “I love you” because they aren’t ready to make a commitment.

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Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Buckelew, Edgelea Drive, Greencastle, are pleased to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Suzanne, to Gonzalo Briones, son of Mrs. Candelaria Thomas and the late Joe Briones. Miss Buckelew, a 1978 graduate of Greencastle High School, will be graduated from Ivy Tech in May and is employed at Forrest Sherer, Inc., Terre Haute. Mr, Briones, a 1976 graduate of South Putnam High School, is employed at Great Dane Trailers, Brazil. A June wedding is being planned.

Russellville news

RUSSELLVILLE-Schools in the North Putnam school district were dismissed early Feb. 25 due to the blizzard that occurred that day. School was also cancelled the following day. Mr and Mrs. George Kelly received word of the sudden death of their son-in-law, William Robinson, 54, Route 1, Kingman, who was returning home Feb. 25 through the snow storm. His wife is the former Janice Kelly of Russellville. Services were held Thursday at the United Methodist Church in Kingman with Rev. Forest Stickler officiating. Burial was in Centennial Cemetery. The community extends its sym-

Little, Asher engaged

Mr. and Mrs, Thomas W. Little wish to announce the engagement of their daughter, Tina Kay, to Randy L. Asher

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pa thy to this family. Sympathy goes to Mr and Mrs. Joe Ramsey and family on the passing of his mother, Mrs. Nelle Ramsey Thomas of Morton, 85, who died Feb. 25 at Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis. Local friends received word March 1 of the heart attack of Mrs. Nelle Phillips. She has been an intensive care patient in Culver Hospital, Crawfordsville, for several days since her attack Mr. and Mrs. Chester Harbison returned home this week after spending several days in Florida and other southern states.

The wedding will take place March 28 at Coatesville Canaan Church. Friends and relatives are invited.

DEAR ABBY: The public school my children attend has just built a swimming pool. The boys have certain hours to swim and so do the girls, and they are going to have regular swimming classes. The boys have just been told that they are expected to swim in the raw! I don’t know what the other boys thought of this, but my son didn’t care for the idea as he isn’t comfortable when he’s nude with other boys. He didn’t say anything to the coach because he didn’t want to be ridiculed. I think whether the boys should swim with or without swim suits should have been decided by the parents since this is a public school paid for by our taxes. I would like your opinion. My son is an average 14-year-old lad. Thank you. ONE LAD’S DAD DEAR DAD: The parents should have been consulted. But your “average 14-year-old lad” had better overcome his shyness about nudity in the presence of other boys or he is apt to be uncomfortable much of his life. Problems? You’ll feel better if you get them off your chest. For a personal reply write to Abby, Box 69700, Los Angeles, Ca1..90069. Please enclose stamped, self-addressed envelope.

Heloise: Textile innovations solve laundry problems

DEAR FOLKS: As every one of you who sews knows, being abie to turn out a garment at home that’s less expensive than a comparable ready-made one sure helps the old budget out these days. This is especially true when it comes to sewing clothes for the kids because they outgrow them so quickly. Besides that, if you’ve patched worn-through jeans especially the knees umpteen times, you know kids’ clothing really takes a tough beating at the playground. And the resulting laundry problems in getting the dirt and stains out of their clothes? I know from your letters they can be tougher than a boot. Well, thanks to the innovative technology of the

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American textile industry, blends of natural and manmade fibers, which are available by the yard, solve some of these problems. For instance: One new finishing process adds soil-resistance to fabrics and, believe me, that should make the washing of dirtstained kids’ clothes a whole lot easier. Then, there are new stretch fabrics that snap back to their original shape. Nifty idea... especially for toddlers’ garments as the material’s elasticity allows give and take at the knees where toddlers need it most. Also, there is a unique new protective lining for denim that protects wearers from minor cuts and bruises, without adding additional bulk.

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I’m told it is twice as resistant to abrasion as leather and almost four times stronger. Can you think of anything better for sewing kids’ rough-and-tumble play clothes? And, for safety’s sake, you mothers of small children should know about a new fabric for making your youngster’s sleepwear. It’s 100 percent polyester that meets all government standards for flame resistance, without potentially harmful chemicals being added to the material. In other words, it’s safe, gals. If your kids are old enough to play, jog, or bike outside after dark, there are new “bright by night” fabrics which are just the thing for this. Their iridescent colors

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reflect brightly in automobile headlights an important safeguard against accidents. So, home sewers, keep an eye out for what’s new and practical when you shop for fabric. Make sure you’re getting your money’s worth and that means buying fabric that will do the job you want done. And a point to keep in mind, domestic textile manufacturers provide “use and care” labels with every bolt of cloth. So check those labels out when buying fabric. The information they contain can be well worth the time spent in reading it when the moment comes to care for the garment you’ve made. Heloise Wanted: Great ideas from good cooks. Send yours to Heloise care of this newspaper.

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