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Newspaper

Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1978

Page

16

Twins consider kidney donation amid court battle

In Lake Placid Florida a 7-year-old twin requests to donate his kidney to his ailing brother Darren Wirick who has one kidney and relies on dialysis. Parents seek court approval while doctors weigh rights and liabilities. The case raises questions about minor consent and medical ethics.

Darryl Wirich Darren Darryl Diane Wirick Wiricks Lake Placid Fla University of Florida Shands Teaching Hospital Wirick

Strong Woman Aims To Lift 400 Pounds In Historic Feat

Pam Meister, at 50 foot 11 inches and 105 pounds, claims the title of strongest woman in the United States after winning the April AAU Women's National Weightlifting Championship. Her dream is to lift 400 pounds, with a best deadlift of 310 pounds. She says she loves the challenge of beating the metal. Greer Garson will produce Alec McCowen's St Mark's Gospel in New York for a three week run starting Sept 7 at Marymount Manhattan Theatre. Garson, involved in theater ventures since 1958, also plans to have the show stop in Santa Fe, N.M., as part of her efforts with the Greer Garson Theater.

Pam Meister Ms. Meister United States Greer Garson New York Arthur Cantor Alec McCowen Miss Garson Santa Fe N.M

Auctioned Tin Lizzie a steal at 2250 in Park Forest

A 1926 Model T Ford, taken from 18 years storage, sold at Rotarian auction for 2250. Buyer Ed McKernin of Chicago, a company vice president, plans restoration for display or client use. The car, with few rust spots and intact hood latches, drew competitive bidding over 2000. The previous owner was Bernadine Walls, 65, of Hammond, Indiana.

John la Salle McKernin O’hare Bernadine Walls Hammond Ind

Horoscope for Tuesday by Bernice Bede Osol

Leo to Cancer signs receive guidance on behavior and judgment this Tuesday. Each zodiac segment warns about reactions, alliances, reliability, and choosing companions while emphasizing tact, fair sharing, and cautious decisions to avoid hollow victories.

Bernice Bede Osol Leo Virgo Libra Scorpio Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius Pisces ARIES Taurus Gemini

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