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CONVERSATION The News-Leader 2D Friday. August 21. 1987 Ozarks students 1 travel to Europe I CELEBRITY SMALLTALK Martha Raye sues Letterman TEEN NEWS brown eyes, 34-inch waist, neck size 15 Vi. suit size 40-regular and shoe size 9. Applicants can send photos to Harvest Films 211 1st Ave.

SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401. Labor secretary leaves hospital Labor Secretary William E. Brock was dis- charged from Georgetown University Hospital in Washington on Thursday following an eye operation. Brock underwent surgery Tuesday to repair a detached retina, which he suffered last weekend, according to Labor Department spokeswoman Ann Amling. Tammy Faye starts new gospel record Tammy Faye Bakker, who was ousted from the From Our Wire Services Veteran comedian Martha Raye has filed a $10 A trip to Europe is something most of us merely dream about.

But for four area students, their dream became a reality. Brad Hardcastle, son of Joe and Sherrill Hardcastle of Lebanon; Chris Harlin, son of John and Linda Harlin of Gainesville; Shawn Kerr, son of Linda and Larry Kerr of Springfield; and Christine Ellis, daughter of Mary and John Ellis of fa vl million lawsuit against talk-show host David Letterman, claiming he defamed her character by joking on the air that she used condoms. The Superior Court lawsuit filed Wednesday in Los Angeles quoted the comedian as saying on the March 5 broadcast of his NBC show "Late Night With David Letterman" that he "saw iho mnct tprrifvino commercial ROBIN SHELTON The Associated Press PTL television ministry with husband Jim Bakker, has begun work on a new gospel record tentatively titled "Singing in the Rain," and has other plans. "We'll be definitely going back on TV," Tammy Faye Bakker said Wednesday in an interview with WSM-FM radio. "The only problem is we don't know the timing right now.

We've had offers all over the country. Dancing at the premiere Actors Jennifer Grey and Patrick Swayze dance together during the premiere of their movie "Dirty Dancing" at the Directors Guild Theatre in Hollywood Wednesday night. The romantic musical, set in a Catskills resort in the summer of 1963, opens today at theaters across the country. Bakker Look-alike for Richard Gere sought A film company shooting a movie in eastern on television last night featur- Rave ing Martha Raye, actress, condom user The comment apparently was a take-off of an actual commercial Raye currently appears in touting a denture powder. 1 The complaint says the remark implied Raye, who turns 71 next week, was sexually promiscuous, had loose morals and had frequent sexual intercourse with people she believed to be infected with or exposed to the AIDS virus.

A retraction was aired April 1, but Raye claims it was broadcast much later in the show and was done in a sarcastic and arrogant manner. Vietnam veteran heads national group Gene Murphy, a Vietnam veteran whose wounds left him a paraplegic, was elected national commander of the Disabled American Veterans at the organization's national convention Thursday in Atlanta. Murphy, 39, of Sioux Falls, S.D., pledged to fight the erosion of federal benefits and programs for the nation's 2.2 million service-connected disabled veterans and their families. 'I Dream of Jeannie' actor dies at 76 Hayden Rorke, who played the bewildered psychiatrist Dr. Alfred Bellows in the TV series "I Dream of Jeannie," has died.

He was 76. Rorke, who died of cancer at his suburban Tolu-ca Lake home near Los Angeles Wednesday, had a career that spanned six decades on stage, screen and television. He appeared in 53 movies, including "Pillow Talk," "An American in Paris" and "The Night-walker," in which he had the title role. He was best known as the space agency psychiatrist and antagonist of the astronaut played by Larry Hagman on the comedy "I Dream of Jeannie," which ran from 1965 to 1970 on NBC. Rorke also made some 400 guest appearances in such TV series, as "I Love Lucy," "The Loretta -Young Show," "Dr.

Kildare," "Bonanza," "Perry Mason" and "Barnaby Jones." He is survived by two brothers. 1 Iowa is looking for a look-alike for actor Richard Gere. Gere has the lead in the movie "Farm of the Year," which is to begin shooting Sept. 1. Casting Director Sue Riedel said in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, she is looking for "somebody who looks just like him" as a stand-in for some scenes.

Riedel provided these statistics on Gere: 5-feet-10, 160 pounds, grayish black hair and Yi rffif Gere Springfield, recently re- turned from a two-week tour of Europe. While in England, they saw the Wimbledon tennis courts and took a subway ride to Big Ben. They enjoyed all-day sightseeing tours in London, Rome and Paris. They also viewed the Nyphenburg Palace and Olympic Stadium, St. Mark's Square, the Basilica and Tomb of St.

Anthony of Assisi (St. Francis), the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Baptistry. The tour was arranged through the American Institute for Foreign Study, an accredited program In Connecticut. Mary Turner, German teacher at Central High School, accompanied the students on the Our European Heritage tour. Brad, a junior at Lebanon High School, liked tfie people he met and seeing the historic things like Big Ben and the House of Parliament.

Harlin said he was impressed with Paris and enjoyed experiencing other cultures. A spring graduate of Gainesville High School, he will attend Rockhurst College in Kansas City and plans to major in business administration. Christine learned about the tour through her mother, who works with Turner. She said she decided to go on the tour "just for the fun of it." She said she liked the visit to England most because that part of the tour was more relaxed and the group wasn't rushed. She also liked the discotheques in Florence, Italy.

She said that for the most part, the natives were nice to them. But in some countries, she said, she didn't feel very welcome. Christine will be a senior at Central High School. Kerr said he was reluctant to go on the trip at first because he will leave home for college in the fall arid wanted to stay home with his family. But now he says he's glad he went.

A graduate of Central High School, Kerr will attend Central Missouri State University and plans to major in physical education. Kerr said he most liked the discotheques in Florence. "They go a little further (than those in Springfield). They have a very extravagant light show, and the dance floor is much bigger," he said. He said he got to know a lot of people while in Europe because there were several Americans seeking out other Americans.

"It's good to hear the (English) language. You really find out what it's like to feel left out," he said. Kerr says pictures of Europe are really "played "It's nice, but the pictures make it look like it would melt in your mouth or something," he said. Aside from the tiring bus rides, the four agreed, the trip was a great experience and they would return if they ever get another chance. Robin Shelton's Teen News appears each Friday.Jf you have a news tip, mail it to her at The News-Leader, 651 Boonville, 65801 Mom dislikes man daughter wants to wed DEAR ABBY DEAR ABBY: The man I love has asked me to marry him and I accepted because I love him with all my heart and I want to spend the rest of my life with him.

I am 22 and "Sammy" is 24. My problem is my mother. She hates him for three reasons: He's short, he's poor and he's Jewish. My mother said she would rather see me stay an old maid all my calmly tell them that following your accident you kept wondering why you hadn't heard from them. Then, sit back and listen.

DEAR ABBY: Thank you for your letter in The Arizona Republic stating the number of people who are paralyzed from diving into.shallow water. Many such tragedies could be prevented if more people knew how important it is to check the depth of the water in lakes, rivers and swimming pools before diving in. 1 An organization here in Arizona started a campaign to prevent such accidents. Its slogan is: "Feet First, First Time." Please print "Feet First, First Time" for all people to remember before they dive. Thank you.

HOLLY WHITWORTH Riviera, Ariz. DEAR HOLLY: Your message is well worth space in this column. Readers (of all ages), before diving, remember: Feet First, First Time! Dear Abby appears Sunday through Friday in The News-Leader. Send questions to Dear Abby, P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, 90069.

For a personal, unpublished reply, include a self-addressed, stamped envelope. how happy you are, perhaps she'll mellow. And if she doesn't, it will be her loss, not yours. DEAR ABBY: Two months ago I was in an automobile accident and spent six days in the hospital. I suffered a broken jaw and everything I ate had to be liquified, so I lost 18 pounds.

I was also in a lot of pain. But my greatest pain was the mental anguish caused by the failure of my two dearest friends (husband and wife) to respond in any way. They never came to see me in the hospital or at home never sent flowers, a card, not even a phone call. I am deeply hurt. We've been qlose friends for 12 years and I always considered them "family." He was the only one, in my wedding party who wasn't a blood relative.

I want to write to them and tell them how hurt and disappointed in them I am. My wife says I will lose two' friends if I do. But if I don't, I'm afraid I will always secretly carry a grudge. What do you think I should do? DEBATING IN NJ. DEAR DEBATING: Write a long letter, expressing your feelings of anger, disappointment and hurt and don't pull any punches.

Then, tear it up. The relief of getting it out of your system will do wonders for you. And the next time you see these friends, at the appropriate ABIGAIL VAN BUREN life than married to Sammy. I know it's only natural for a mother to think that no man is good enough for her daughter, but I think she's being unreasonable. I am an only child and all my mother has.

My father, who was short and poor, but not Jewish, left her when I was a child. Abby, Sammy is a good person, but his family is dirt poor. He is working two jobs and putting himself through trade school. 1 have a good job and know we can make it together. What should I do? DEAR GIRL: SAMMY'S GIRL If you love him, marry him.

When your mother sees Myocardial infarction same as attack YOUR DAILY CROSSWORD DOCTOR Edited bv 1 rude Michel Jaffe QUESTION: Are a heart attack and an MI the same thing? What really happens? ANSWER: Yes. They are terms used to describe the same problem and often are used interchangeably. The term "heart attack" is rather vague and often is misused and misunderstood. A myocardial infarction starts with an ob 37 Bicker 39 More likely 40 Author Talese 43 Short flight 47 Whistler, for one 48 Word with hand or land 50 Den 52 Property of 47 Down 53 Animal's track 54 Delgada, Azores port 55 State of NE India 56 Berne's river 57 Western Indians 58 NYC residences 60 Neglect 63 Spain's natl. radio org.

ly on a solid footing. Bend your knees to get at the load, not your back. Tighten up those stomach muscles before you lift and then lift with your legs. Keep the load close to your body, so you don't need to strain back muscles to keep erect, and keep your back as straight as possible. Also, keep your back in good physical shape.

QUESTION: I have been diagnosed as having Gardener-Diamond Syndrome. Can you tell me what it is and what I can do about it? ANSWER: Drs. Gardener and Diamond in 1955 first described this syndrome which affects the red cells. It affects only women and produces a purpura (a hemorrhage in the skin) which is painful. This bruise usually is found in areas of the skin which have not been hit or struck.

For reasons that remain unknown, the red cells in the body become sensitized to themselves, resulting in a disruption in the normal actions of clotting. There are no real medications to treat the disease, except local applications of heat, elevating your legs and rest. Doctor appears Monday, Wednesday and Friday in The News-Leader. Questions should be mailed to Dr. Allan Bruckheim, Tribune Media Services, P.O.

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19): Plan an activity that will bring your family together and create a happy state of mind. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): Do some entertaining in your home this evening, but only invite guests who are trustworthy. Avoid any arguments. 1 GEMINI (May 21. to June 21): Don't create any new financial burdens today.

MOON CHILDREN (June 22 to July 21): You may have the feeling that you're not getting the help ydju deserve. LEO (July 22 to Aug. 21): Stop keeping a secret from on? who deserves to know the truth. VIRGO (Aug. 22 to Sept.

22): Be wary of a fast talker who may try to talk you into something that would take up far too much of your time. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22): Get together with an old friend and have a fine time together. SCORPIO (Oct.

23 to Nov. 21): Avoid an outsider who is irate and avoid an unfortunate confrontation. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dei. 21): Don't lose your temper overji purchase that seems frivolou.

Your mate may be disturbed, so be kind. 1 CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to JafJ. 20): A meeting with a partner could lead to a big quarrel today. Enjoy romance with your mate this evening.

1 AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 to Feb. 19): Your work may seem boring, bit remain cheerful and get it more quickly. PISCES (Feb. 20 to March Any plans for recreation should hue postponed.

Horoscopes are published Sunday through Friday for use as entertainment, not guidance. -1 Unedited 'Angel Heart' to be released 82187 VIDEO On Sept. 24, you'll be able to choose between two different videotapes of "Angel Heart," director Alan Parker's sex-tinged murder-mystery with Mickey Rourke and Lisa Bonet. The film will be released in both its R-rated, edited version as well as the director's controversial uncut version. Each 49 Geneva-Milan dir.

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With three seconds removed, Parker submitted the film again. It was rejected again. Three more seconds were removed; then four more seconds. A total of 10 seconds, 14 feet of film, was cut. And the MPAA granted "Angel Heart" the R.

The scuffle with MPAA hasn't altered Parker's filmmaking, although he's now a vocal supporter of MPAA-rating reform. "I think there should be something between an and he says. Mike Cidoni writes his video column for Gannett News Service. It appears each Friday in The MIKE CIDONI says Parker, the film's will be priced at $89.95 from IVE. The "big difference between the two cassettes "comes to about 10 seconds, British director.

But to explain the specific differences, as well as the whys, Parker recounted events that began late last winter when he submitted "Angel Heart" for its Motion Picture Association of America rating. "I knew that I'd made a tough film," he says. "But I was surprised that they gave it the rating. And that's whv I appealed it." He won that appeal, but not by 1 1987 lm Angflfi Times Sjndktlr 82187.