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Speaking Of DisabledJ (By Bill Kiser) The 1977 White House Con­ ference on Handicapped In­ dividuals is in many ways similar to the Continental Congress of 1774. The goal of both the Congress and the Conference is freedom. The difference is that the freedom which the Continental Congress wrought for most Americans has not extended to physically and mentally handicapped people^ The White House conference is out to change that. The delegates to the White House conference, which will be held May 23-27 at the Sheraton Park hotel in Washington, DC., will be 50 percent handicapped, 25 per­ cent parents or guardians of disabled people, and the remaining 25 «• / percent representing consumer and provider organizations, business or labor, and professionals. Pre-Conference activities have included meetings and workshops in all fifty states. Anyone who has attended a pre- conference gathering is acutely aware of the broad range of problems confronting han­ dicapped people in America today. It is equally clear that handicapped people them­ selves have diverse viewpoints on what should be done. As a handicapped person with my own problems and interests, I found myself frustrated at pre- conference meetings when no one seemed to agree on the proper course of action. On the other hand, I recognized that this is what democracy is all about -- people with different problems and viewpoints working for a common solution. Like oUr colonial forefathers, we who are handicapped today feel that we have just grievances. The White House conference may not be as dramatic as all-night vigils staged by people in wheelchairs, but it promises to have greater impact on the welfare of handicapped people. If delegates to the conference have rigid and un­ compromising viewpoints, we stand to gain nothing and may lose the first real opportunity to enrich the lives of handicapped people of future generations. As we study our U.S. Con­ stitution and reflect on the ideals behind it, we may be inclined to overestimate the people who wrote it. If we had tape recordings of the Con­ tinental Congress, we would no doubt hear some selfish and shortsighted ideas. And it is safe to say that the records and transcripts of the White House conference will reveal many such remarks and sentiments. But in some miraculous way, the Continental Congress was able to establish a new nation and to guarantee the in­ dividual's citizenship which entitled him to a greater degree of human dignity than the world had ever known. • The White House conference will not attempt to establish a new nation; its task will be to insyre that all of the rights and,,, responsibilities which the C o n t i n e n t a l C o n g r e s s established for individual citizenship are secured for disabled Americans. Those of us who may doubt our adequacies in securing these rights should remember that the Continental Congress was composed of people from all walks of life and all in­ tellectual levels. They had in common a belief that they were created free men with the ability to control their own destinies. We hold these beliefs despite whatever impairments we have, and we are deter­ mined that society's ignorance and unconcern should not exclude us from basic human freedom. The White House conference will seek an end to the discrimination against had- nicapped people and try to change the mainstream of American thinking. If it suc­ ceeds, it will further the ideals and philosophies of the first Continental Congress as it relates to disabled people. If successful, it will truly be the Continental Congress of 1977. (Bill Kiser, of Winston- Salem, NC, and Handicapped American of the Year, authors a weekly syndicated newspaper column, a weekly radio program, and edits a newspaper for the North Carolina Rehabilitation Assn. This column is one of a series of twelve, which is being provided monthly to this newspaper by the President's Committee on Employment of the Han­ dicapped). CANCER Answerlline Amftean Canem Sodrty ® SECTION 2 - PAGE 1 PLAINDEALER-WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16,1977 March Iff Deadline For April School Elections I Know A cub reporter in Wichita rode in an open car down the main street with John F. Kennedy during his 1960 campaign tour. While the onlookers cheered lustily, the newspaperman begged, "Won't you tell the driver he's going too fast?" "It's alright," replied JFK, "they all know who I am." "I know," said the reporter, "but I'd like them to have a chance to see who's riding with you." (Editor's Note: This is a regular feature, prepared by the American Cancer Society in cooperation with the McHenry County Unit, Eustice Klein, president, to help save £©ur life from cancer.) A manufacturer writes: "A business associate is to begin chemotherapy for cancer when he gets out of the hospital. I would like to know how physicians monitor these powerful drugs." ANSWERline: Chemotherapy is a form of treatment which is closely monitored because the drugs used are very potent and it is important to tailor the dosage to individual response and needs. This is accomplished by doing blood counts, x-ray tests, special isotope scans, analysis of general body function and special blood chemistry tests of liver or kidney function. A secretary writes: "Can you give me some concrete guidance about whether or not a woman should have mammography? I read recently some frightening news stories that said that mammography can cause cancer. I then cancelled my appointment to have it done." ANSWERline: Many women have "cancelled ap­ pointments" because of un­ d e r s t a n d a b l e c o n f u s i o n resulting from a decision to limit routine mammographic screening of women without symptoms to those women over 50. This is because of the slight possibility that a younger woman might develop breast cancer 20 or 30 years after routine mammographic X-rays are done. There is absolutely no question of the importance of r o u t i n e m a m m o g r a p h y f o r women over 50. Mammography can find possible breast cancer in an extremely early stage when it is most easily and successfully treated. And breast cancer risk increases with age. Mammography is also important for women under 50 who have certain physical conditions or risk factors. The decision to have mammography must always reflect careful discussion between a woman and her physician. A photographer writes: "Because I am a free-lance worker, I have some time to call my own. I would like to do volunteer work for the American Cancer Society, but I want to do something meaningful. What can you suggest?" A N S W E R l i n e : T h e suggestions you request could fill many columns because your local ACS unit has need of volunteers with different talents, interests and available time schedules. You might volunteer to drive cancer patients to treatment centers or you might run a quit-smoking clinic at a high school. You might use your photography skills to publicize ACS events or you might answer telephone calls from people in your community with cancer-related problems. You might organize a free Pap test clinic at a health fair, or you might run an em­ ployee education program in a factory. The ACS needs you and will be happy to tailor a volunteer spot "just for you". Persops planning to run for their local school boards have just a short time left to file nominating papers, reminds the Illinois Association of School Boards. March 18 is the deadline for elections to be held Saturday, April 9. Forms essential for filing are available from the local school board secretary. General information on how to run for the school board is contained in a small booklet available from IASB at no charge. Called "Your School Board and You," the booklet also reviews the role and responsibilities of school boards, what it takes to be a good board member, how to prepare for board membership, and how a school board should function. The booklet is written in plain language for all citizens in­ terested in schools, as well as for school board candidates. To get a free copy of "Your School Bo^fd and You," send name and address to IASB, Box 4404, Springfield, 111., 62708. Bulk quantities are available at n o c o s t t o c l u b s a n d organizations. Village of McHenry Shores Jude La Francis 385-5067 For and about Teenagers BY PATRICK EDWARD " THIS WEEK'S LETTER: I'm sees what develops. Oyster Stew Frozen condensed oyster stew is delicious heated with a soup can of water or milk until the soup is thawed and steaming hot; do not boil. A small pat of butter and a dash of paprika are classic garnishes. Shredded carrot, ker­ nel corn, chopped green pepper or green onion, or sliced stuffed olives are also welcome ad­ ditions. 14 years old. I have this problem with the girls in our town. I've never gone steady with any of them because I've . n e v e r h a d t h e n e r v e t o a s k them. I'm just not sure they like me I What should I do? OUR REPLY: I Your peers are just as afraid of you as you are of them. That's the human con­ dition You're not the only one shy and wondering whether people like you. We all go through this stage of life Don't begin by asking somebody to go steady. Try having a few dates first and Everybody doesn't have to go steady. Pick someone you like. Go to the movies, take a walk, whatever. Share your feelings openly. Com­ municate. J^tplain at the outset that you've been hesitant to ap­ proach girls. Chances are they'll understand. Shyness is nothing to be ashamed of. The only way it will go away is to admit it's there. Then, you can be about the b u s i n e s s o f d o i n g a l l t h e f u n things a 14 year old should be doing. (Because of the volume of mail, request* for personal replies cannot be accomo­ dated Editorial panel selects for weekly use. letter which best represents questions andor comments from readers. FOR AND ABOUT TEENAGERS. BOX 639. FRANKFORT. KY 40601 ) Contest Winner Enjoys Victory On Birthday On Friday, March 4, Dan Novotny celebrated his thir­ teenth birthday. On that same day Dan entered his model car in a model car contest at McHenry Junior high. Dan built an old-time, black and yellow Chrysler Classic. He accumulated thirty-two points in the judging to take second place in the contest. The models were judged on four items: gluing, paint job, how well built the engine was, and display. Dan displayed his model on a round piece of wood with gravel and a farm motif. Congratulations to Dan for a job well done. The second place prize was a nice birthday present for Dan. BIRTHDAYS Birthday greetings are sent to Ron Roberts, March 15; Stacy Sanford, March 17; Jean Barnett, Sam Winters, and Linda Leurrsen, March 18; Barbara Pogor, March 20; Cheri Wimmer who will be eight years old March 21; and Rickie Vogl who also celebrates his eighth birthday March 22. May the luck of the Irish be with all of you birthday darlin's. REMINDERS Thursday night is the meeting of the Shoreline club at the village hall annex. Sgt. Conley will be displaying and discussing drugs. Try to be present. This promises to be an informative meeting. The business part of the meeting begins at 7 p.m. Weight limits fqrtrucks have been posted. Please be mindful of this when ordering con­ struction materials, etc. The weather is becoming more pleasant. More children are out playing in the streets. P l e a s e d r i v e s l o w l y a n d cautiously through the area. May the wind be always at your back. Happy St. Patrick's day! Need the Strength - The plump young lady told all her friends that she was on a crash diet, and often complained of the hardships she was un­ dergoing in fighting the temp­ tations to gorge herself One day. a group of her friends discovered her in a restaurant eating a huge meal. "We thought you were dieting?" "I am. this will give me the strength to continue." spurgeons OPEN DAILY 9 TO 9, SAT. 9 TO 6, SUN. 10 TO 5 Right Now, Cross Your Heart and Save! Every Playtex Cross Your Heart Bra SALE! *1 Save Every Undercup Support Panel bra and every Seamless bra. 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