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ODDS'N ENDS

By Bill Suhay

There may be a trend toward the tender and romantic in San Francisco, which to some minds has become synonymous with sexual extremes. Instead of the colored handkerchiefs indicating tastes as varied as fisting and coprophilia, some brave souls have been sporting little teddy bears in their rear pockets. The teddy bears do not mean that a person wants to have sex with bears, only that he likes to cuddle. (IGNA)

The Cleveland chapter of Black and White Men Together (BWMT) will hold its first meeting on Thursday, Nov. 20 at 8 pm. For meeting location and more information call (216) 662-8303. A movie of the San Francisco 1980 Gay Pride Day Parade will be shown and refreshments served.

In Springdale, Ohio ten men have been arrested on public sex charges in restrooms at Shillito's Department Store at the TriCounty Mall. Ranging in age from 21 to 43, the men were arrested on charges of voyeurism, sexual imposition and public indecency. (The Advocate)

Akron University gays are in the process of forming a University recognized gay organization. For information contact Dr. Sheppe (who will be the faculty advisor) at (216) 375-7154. (Gold)

The Ohio University Gay People's Alliance. The Athens Women's Collective, The .Ohio Gay Rights Coalition, and the United Campus Ministry will cosponsor a three-day workshop on "Being Gay on Campus" Nov. 7-9 in Athens, Ohio.

Robin Flower and Nancy Vogel, with Barbara Higbie, will perform at Peabody's Cafe, 2140 S. Taylor Rd.. Cleveland Heights on Nov. 13 at 8 pm and 11 pm. Tickets are $3.50. For more information, call (216) 321-4073.

Dr. Lawrence R. Murphy, 1821 W. Alpin, Stockton, CA 95211, is seeking information on the World War I homosexual scandal at Newport, Rhode Island Naval Training Station. Murphy, a historian and researcher, asks participants or their descendants to

contact him.

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Admirer: Would like to meet you soon. I'm not looking for a fan club. Maybe we can admire our jocks together. Joey.

Mack-your recent performance was flawless. The best comic Cher we've seen yet. Keep up the good work.

SKIERSLooking for a group to ski with this winter? If so, contact Mike at 216-481-4829. Our goal is to organize group downhill outings to both local and out of state areas this winter. Beginners

welcome.

'Hannibal'-young, magnificant part Abyssinian neutered male cat. He is looking for a home-is striking in looks and personality. If you are a cat person, he is available. 248-4245 or 248-8272.

UNCLE BAMBI WANTS YOU! Volunteers needed for HIGH GEAR advertising staff. No experience needed. Call gay hotline. 621-3380

The Youngstown area Gay Persons and Lesbians pot luck dinner and rap session. 2nd Saturday Each Month. Join Us from where every you are. For Information call Gil-(216)-743-3833 Bob-(216)-747-3624 Tom-(216)793-5154 Write Gil PO Box 1742 Youngstown, OH. 44501.

Interested in helping plan Fund Raising activities for the Gear

Foundation? Please call the

Hotline (621-3380) and leave a message for Ray C.

Announcing .. The return of Ray and Company at The Crown Cafe on Friday and Saturday, December 12th and 13th at 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. both evenings. Cover charge is $3.00 per person. The 11 p.m. show on Friday, December 12th will be a Gear Foundation Donation Show. All the Gear Foundation. For resertips received will be donated to vations for any of these shows, please call The Crown Cafe at

631-9771.

A Gay/Lesbian Health Professionals Group has formed in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This group is open to anyone involved in, health or medically related fields! and it meets bi-weekly on Tuesday nights. One of the projects the group has undertaken is to run a Lesbian/Gay Male V.D. Clinic on Monday nights at the U. of M. Student Health Services Clinic. In addition to Counseling. diagnosing and treating gay persons for venereal diseases, lesbians are available for counseling lesbians with health or medical concerns. For further information caii (313) 763-4186.

In Milwaukee, Circuit Court Judge Robert M. Curley after hearing testimony from child psychologist Russell Barkley, ordered a joint custody arrangement for the three children of UWM professor Jose Hernandez and his ex-wife Lilia. The children will remain with Mrs. Hernandez, but will stay with their openly gay father for a month each summer. Barkley testified that his research found very little evidence that homosexual parents have any more difficulty in raising their children than single or divorced parents. (GPU News) A film documenting the resettlement of gay Cuban refugees in the San Francisco gay community has begun production. The documentary is called Mira! Mira! Miricon! (Look! Look! Queers!) and will focus on the experiences of gay Cuban refugees and their sponsors. It will also examine the larger picture of the 115,000 refugees' expulsion from Cuba and the political, social and legal. complexities of this worldwide event. (Gold)

Anyone interested in applying for the position of Hotline Coordinator of the GEAR Foundation should submit an application with qualifications to the: GEAR Foundation, P.O. Box 6177, Cleveland, Ohio 44101 by November 30, 1980. Attention should be made to Pat Baskin V.P. Services. Interviews will be held shortly thereafter so please be sure to leave a returning address or phone number.

Sally J. Mattson and Photos (Free lance photos) of you, your business, friends, family on location only. NO NUDES. Call (216) 249-9085, preferably evenings and weekends Having trouble? A problem drinker? Call Ed at 529-1740 or

333-4638

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Members of the American Sociological Association adopted progay resolutions at their annual business meeting Aug. 30. The resolutions, introduced by the association's gay caucus, put the ASA on record against antigay discrimination in immigration and the formation of campus gay. groups. The ASA also urged the U.S. President "to direct that

there be no discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation by any branch of the United States government.".

Akron's Metropolitan Community Church weicomes everyone to participate in November's activities. On Thursday, Nov. 6 their rap series on Homosexuality and the Scriptures begins. On Nov. 12 from 8-11 pm their Pastors will be on Nick Anthony's radio show on WHLO (640 AM). On Nov. 23 the special Festival of the ingathering takes place. First there is a turkey dinner with all the trimmings at 5 pm at 3300 Morewood Rd. (the church bldg.) followed by a special worship service. There will also be a skating party scheduled. Each Sunday evening church worship service is at 7 pm with the fellowship hour following. For more information call the church office at (216) 688-4493.

Alix Dobkin will be performing in Cincinnati for women and their women friends. Her concert is Saturday, Nov. 8 at 8 pm at St. John's Unitarian Church, 320 Resor Ave., Cincinnati. Tickets are $5.50 in advance and $6.50 at the door. Ticket outlets include The Crazy Ladies Bookstore and Emily's New World Food Shop. For child care reservations call (513) 541-4198.

ATTENTION-Good looking, Well built Guys 18-36. Would like a stimulating and relaxing message 'All over your Body'??? | also use a vibrator. Total relaxation. Cal (216)-476-2956. 4:30 PM 10:30 PM. Cleveland.

Psychic-Marlene Burton will give readings of both past and present life.Regressions, ministerial counseling. Will teach the Occult Sciences. For appointment call 234-3797.

Cleveland's only occult room specalizing in occult paraphernalls, books. aids, herbs. rare oils, readings and advice: 1849 West 65th Street, Cleveland; 216-. 651-8137 or 216-631-9489 days and evenings.

Antiques and unusual gifts by Joseph Jeannette: Buy, sell, appraisals, liquidations. Classes on antiques 1849 West 65th, bedroom Lakewood house. NonStreet, Cleveland, 216-651-8137 smoker. Call after 5 PM...or 216-631-9489 days and even228-9378.

Do you know a place-store, busi-

ness, etc. that would like to distribute HIGH GEAR? Please call the hotline-621-3380-and leave a message for the Distribution Manager. We are ready to expand our circulation and will be looking for volunteer drivers in the near future.

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Parents of Gays meet approx. every 3 wks. Meetings are in the homes of the various parents. Want to get a better understand ing of what it is all about? Come to a meeting. Call 621-3380 for

info.

Key West It's forever summer on the AMERICAN MANANA

ISLAND. Call toll-free 1-800-327779-432-7999, ext. 499), or write Key 9191, ext. 499 (in Florida, 1-800-⚫ West Business Guild, P.O. Box 1208, Key West, Florida, 33040 for our new directory and map

interested, call Bob at (216) Gay Fathers Group If you are 4309 during the week, 4:30 P.M. to 10:30 P.M., or anytime on the weekends....

Purple Pumpkin Press has announced a new literary publi cation to be called OASIS: A Forum for Gay Culture. They solicit.manuscripts; fiction, poetry, reviews, articles, etc. Send, with SASE to: Oasis, Box 22562, Seattle, WA 99122. (Gaynin') The Federal Communications Commission has received 14,000 pre-printed post cards protesting an ABC-TV series called "Adam. and Yves" which was supposed to have had a homosexual character, ABC says that they considered such a series two years ago but dropped the idea. The FCC hac traced the mailings to Rev. Robert G. Grant, who heads a California outfit called "American Christian Cause." (the Milwaukee Journal)

A spokesperson for the police in Munich, West Germany has said that Munich has become the "meeting place for European homosexuals." The spokesperson added, "It's a pity." (Gaylife) Lionheart Theatre, P.O. Box:55, Wilmette, IL 60091, offers a $200

prize in their Gay/Lesbian Street Theatre Playwrighting Contest. Deadline is April 14, 1981. Write for theme rules.

According to Dr. Jesse Potter, in a speech before the National Arthritis Foundation Symposium, "Sex gives patients from four to six hours of relief from arthritis pain, probably by stimulating increased production of cortisone." She also pointed out that any kind of sex (self-stimulation, oral, etc.) will achieve the reduction in pain, since they all lead to cortisone release. (Big Mamma Rag)

WANTED Babysitting work; full or part-time. Call Marcia at 631-4359.

GEAR rap, every Friday night 8:30 P.M. sharp. Check the Center calendar to see what the topic is or when the next open rap takes place. Join us, share the rap or just relax with friends.

The Northern Ohio Coalition (NCCI) is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the killer of Norman Liver. All information should be given either to the Lakewood Police or Cleveland Police.

Vacation in historic French Quarter of New Orleans. Nice apartment within walking distance of 20 gay bars and restaurants that never close. Only $10 per night per person. Write J.M. 433 Rue Burgundy #F New Orleans, La. 70112.

Auditions for "Kennedy's Children" by Robert Patrick. Takes an intimate look at the '60's through the hearts of six survivors who drink away their disillusionment in a Greenwich Village bar. Some gay roles. Call Tom at 791-3783.

Akron, masculine, 50's, tall, trim, desires similar masculine type led interests: music to sports, for friendship, relationship, Val flexible. Frank, P.O. Box 1514, Akron, Ohio 44309 or 1-216-688-8164