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By Carl Howard
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...So Michael, you'd choose to come back as a teddy bear ... you're already that huggable and loveable... lucky man, that Lee. ...STEVE so you heard from "that little weasel, eh" and here I thought you had given up all that sort of thing. You should know by now that you can't have the last word. And to put it off with such an excuse as having no car you still haven't told us about the last one and we are waiting...
...Dianna ... how's the porno world? Mutual friends have been asking?...
I must say Kenny, you certainly were a knockout the other day ...So glad to hear that Frankie was not hurt worse than he was a small gas explosion caused nasty flash burns and some second-degree burns to his right arm Please be more careful, babe... Hope to see ya' soon? Make that husband of yours take GOOD CARE of you... JOHN L.
Been out hunting big game, eh. SAM M. Not a bad coyote you bagged though in the meantime.
Cleveland's only occult room specalizing in occult paraphernalia, books, aids, herbs, rare oils, readings and advice: 1849 West 65th Street, Cleveland; 216651-8137 or 216-631-9489 days and evenings.
Experienced cartoonist needed for artwork for comic strip idea already negotiated with Blueboy; caii Rikianne 216-333-8388.
Problems living with an alcoholic? Call Ed 216-777-5023.
Hope for the gay alcoholic in Columbus: call 614-252-3972 for the gay AA group for men and
women.
Gay Parents Group: If you are interested, call Bob at 216-2286104 during the week 4:30 PM to 10:30 PM or anytirne on the weekends.
THE LESBIAN HERSTORY ARCHIVES collects material on every aspect of lesbian culture. If you have lesbian material that you would like to donate or want to use the ARchives, write to us
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...HAPPY BIRTHDAY, STEVE sorry to have missed the party at Old Plantation but better belated than not at all, right?.. ...NELLYBELLE & WALLINDA just because you looked like TEX & Poncho last Sunday, doesn't mean that the real story isn't known. In case anyone forgets there are those who can still tell
all...
...Congratulations to Akron on the opening of their new Community Center. it's a great idea and we wish you every success
DAVID K. is the back of your leg always giving you such other reason? You must be more severe cramps or is there some careful--appearances, you
know...
...CONGRATULATIONS to you GREG on your new job...but we are soooo sorry to see you leave EXEDRA. You will visit, won't you?...
...Shelley H. the work and interest you've taken in your club has really begun to shine... you have good reason to be proud of NEW DIMENSIONS and the fine staff you have.
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or call: Lesbian Herstory Archives. P.O. Box 1258, NYC, NY 10001; 212-874-7232 or 212873-9443.
Antiques and unusual gifts by Joseph Jeannette: Buy, sell, appraisals, liquidations. Classes on antiques. 1849 West 65th Street, Cleveland; 216-651-8137 or 216-631-9489 days and evenings.
Join the Rap Group Friday evenings at the Gay Community Center of Cleveland. For more information, call 216-621-3380.
ROOMMATE WANTED: Share 5bedroom house in Lakewood. Call 216-228-9378 after 5 PM.
The GEAR Foundation's Women's Caucus is meeting Monday nights at the Community Center, 1012 Sumner Court, Cleveland, at 8 PM. We are organizing women's sports, social activities and discussions of interest to lesbians. Call the Hotline: 216-621-3380 for the "T" on our activities. All women are welcome to join us!
This seems like an appropriate place to say this even though it is a bit sad and grossly inadequate...THANKS MORE THAN WE CAN EVER SAY, DANNY, FOR ALL YOU'VE DONE FOR HIGH GEAR, the gay Cleveland community, each of us as a friend and confidante and most of all for being SUCH A RARE AND BEAUTIFUL PERSON. It won't be the same without you steering the ship but it does ease the burden knowing that you will still be with us. Under your hand HIGH GEAR has taken great strides and it'll be a hard act to follow you. WE ALL LOVE YOU and wish you the best ALWAYS-
Metropolitan Christian Church will hold its annual Candlelight Services on Christmas Eve at the Unitarian Church, 3300 Morewood Road, Akron. The services will start at 10:30 P.M.... Metropolitan Christian Church is holding a Liquor Raffle during the month of December. A drawing will be held Christmas Eve at the church after Candlelight Services The first prize is a case of brand-name liquor...
..Bill S. when on earth did you have time for community service with such a busy schedule? You did say light "S" or was it light "M"... and you with such a nice redface the other evening. But you really shouldn't victimize innocent callers...
...Thom D. REMEMBER THE TYPEWRITER and other asordid
toys!
Ruthie, we understand you have a new last name Wingate, Winfield, Winsome ... now what was that exactly, Ted?... ...Why haven't you talked to Claudette lately, Brian? We understand she's just waiting...
Large neighborhood bar, Ohio City, for sale: Potential for entertainment and unique restaurant, 2:30 license 7 days, $75,000; 8% financing on 1/2 available, principal only. Call 216-696-0642 after 6 PM.
Sally J. Mattson and Photos (Free lance photos) of you, your business, friends, family on location only. Call 216-249-9085, preferably evenings and weekends.
Hope for the gay alcoholic...We Care! Call 216-961-7964.
BRETHREN / MENNONITES: The Brethren/Mennonite Coun-
cii for Gay Concerns (BMC) provides support and a communications link for gay Brethren and Mennonites across the U.S. and Canada in addition to working for the acceptance to lesbians and gay men in the church. Write BMC, Box 24060, Washington, D.C. 20024, for information. All correspondence confidential.
For people interested in a group for gay alcoholics in the Dayton area, please call Lee C. at 513381-2328 after 6 PM.
ATTORNEY WANTED: At least two years litigation experience, preferably in the area of sexual of civil rights. This part-time staff attorney position will be on a retainer basis in the $10,000 range. For more information, contact Ed Glorius at 212-5328197, or send a resume and writing samples to Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund, Inc., 22 East 40th Street, NYC, NY 10016.
...It seems that the Cleveland Mobile Tele is on the move once more... this time heading for points west of Cleveland. And carrying on for days too -just as of old -whirling around, in and out with such speed and omnipresence that no one person is ever sure where to find it. A beeping system is tentatively in effect but it is doubtful that even it can keep up the pace, right Donn W. You just won't stop it and settle down, will you? That poor man must think he's really gotten himself in a fix this time. You have no mercy or at least no more than the wicked witch of the north did on Little Alice.
...It has been rumored that some
people don't have to be concerned about anything because of having taken care of business, right Little TONY... or is there some other reason why there's no need for worry. YOU'VE BEEN DOING WHAT!!! AND TO WHOM!!!? ... and announcing it at breakfast no less.
...and don't think you're off the hook, DAVID G. Out running around until 4 and 5 in morning and your husband not there... Next thing you'll be telling that you were only having breakfast after a hard night's work... that's alright GAY H. you'll be looked after
anytime you want...
...The next Gear Foundation Board of Trustees meeting will be December 18, 1979 at the Community Center at 7:30 P.M. The public is invited and urged to attend these meetings. Your input is vital to the Foundation's better serving our community... ...MERRY CHRISTMAS, HAPPY CHANNAKA, HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OUR READERS, FRIENDS, ADVERTISERS...
PERSON WANTED: for Parmaarea HIGH GEAR distribution route. Please leave name and telephone number at Hotline 216621-3380 evenings.
...The Cleveland Gay Coalition I will hold its next meeting at NIGHTLIFE LOUNGE on Chester Avenue at 7:00 P.M. December 12, 1979.
Dayton TS would like companionship. Please call Jim 513-2568918 before 4:30 PM weekdays.
Youngstown-area gay persons and lesbians potluck dinner and a rap session. Third Saturday each month. Join us wherever you are. For information call Gil 216-743-3833, Bob 216-7473624, Tom 216-793-5154, or write Gil, P.O. Box 1742, Youngstown, ОН 44501.
The Seneca County Association of Gays is a social and activity group serving Tiffin and Sececa counties and surroundings areas. For additional information, write SCAG, c/o 233 Circular St., Tiffin, OH 44883.
Permanent relationship desired with masculine type over 38. Am 52, healthy, strong sexually, full of love for right guy. Own home Hudson area. Sports, music, travel companionship...Write Tony, P.O. Box 1514, Akron, OH 44309.
ROOMMATE(S) WANTEDCouple of single person, male or female, to share lakefront house 1/2 hour drive from downtown Cleveland....Call Sue-933-3975
...Mark Kinsely, if you think for one minute that you can be finished of us that easily, you've got another thing comin' (and not in the "customary" manner either). Leaving HIGH GEAR--never! We won't have it. You still belong to us and that is an end to it. Just in case you ever wondered...we all do love you dearly and do appreciate all you've done for the paper too. Where would we be if it weren't for LUCILLE?...
...The new militancy of the Scottish Homosexual Rights Group is carrying its revitalized campaign into nongay pubs--with over 5,000 specially printed beermats. Each beermat carries the Lambda Symbol, gives the SHRG contact address, and proudly adds: "We're in the phonebook-under 'Homosexual'." (GPU)... ...Most so-called "pro-life" legislators do not support any legislation which seeks to improve the quality of life. This is the conclusion of a study which analyzes anti-abortion Congresspeople's votes on five key issues in 1978: health, education, jobs, ERA, and consumer protection. (Harrisburg Area Women's News)... ...Mayor Dianne Feinstein, after months of refusing to do so, has announced that, if elected, she will appoint a gay person to the San Francisco Police Commission... (B.A.R.)...
For the third consecutive year a gay pride banner has beer swung across the main street of a small northern Georgia community of 300 people. The banner which reads, "Gay Pride Refuses to Hide," was put up again by one of the town's two gay citizens (ay Community News
BARTENDER WANTED: Full or part-time. NIGHTS. Call (216) 221-6040.
"A very Merry Christmas to Cleveland's finest Porno QueenMiss Prissy-do. Don't get too nervous when you open your presents, just remember you can always use them at the PEARL." Myrtle, Pokey, and the Painting Porno Princess...
...Richard & Ted everybody at JJ's--you are all a bunch of good friends!!! HENRY & DEBBIE...
...to Myrtle and Susie Swinger -Be sure to meet us at the PEARL at regular time and don't forget your "purple panties", Rex will join us this time!
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