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17 Managing Your Money
by Cameron Taylor

24 the Coffee CLub
a discussion of Lesbian/Gay Literature and Arts

'eportments
5 To The Editor
7 News

26 Quiz:
Do You Have

Charisma?

11 What's Goln' On
14

Dear Agnes

28 Graffiti

Poetry
30 Horoscope
33 Directory
36 Classifieds
29

22 What A Worid,
What A World!
humor by comedian
Nancy Ford

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Surviving Incest

Editor's Note: Ms. Wright's poem,

"Dreaming",appears on page 29 ofthis

Dear Dimensions:

I have enclosed two poems I have
written in the last year.The one with the
title "Dreaming" is based on my
recovery as an incest survivor.I am not
sure if you print poems that deal with
such topics. My only hope is that you
do.

Here in Houston, we have put together
a group called "LISA"(Lesbian Incest
Survivors Anonymous). It is the first

months Dimensions. We thank her for

her openness.

Texas to Alaska
Dear Dimensions:

I just moved from Dallas to Alaska and
needless to say, there's nothing like
Dimensions in this state. Please extend

my subscription so that I can keep up
with the outside world.

group of it's kind in the area.The group
is now up to 30 members with 5 to 6
new members showing up every week.
It is really mind blowing that 1 out of

I would like to say that I have lived in
many different places around the

every 3 women are incest survivors. It
is truly sad, but there are women out
there who are in pain with no
understanding at all of what is

and away my favorite. I especially
enjoy the poetry and the graffiti pages.
I'm hoping my new Alaskan friends

happening.It happened so long ago,an
like then, they still feel alone.
I do hope to see my writings in print. As
an incest survivor,to be seen and heard

is important, so you may use my real

country and seen lots of lesbian
publications, but Dimensions is by far

will too!

Keep up the good work and keep
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it through the long,cold winter up here
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Thanks

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'QWS
From Around the Region,the Country & the World

Judge Hampton to

hearing date.
"THRF received a call from Judge

Face Formal

Murray Lhis morning telling us of the
hearing date," said Bryan. "THRF is
anxious for the process to go forward.It
has been nearly nine months now since
THRF filed the original complaint
against Hampton,and over the summer
months I have had several personal

Public Hearing
Dallas - Judge Jack Hampton will face
formal public hearing set to begin on
October .16th in Dallas, based on

disciplinary proceedings started on
December 16th of last year when the
Texas Human Rights Foundation
(THRF) filed a sworn complaint

communications

with

the

Commission's staffand with the master

against Hampton with the Texas State

directly, urging that a trial date be set
soon, so that the disciplinary

Commission on Judicial Conduct.

proceedings would become public."

THRF initiated the disciplinary action
after

The

Dallas

Times

Herald

published an interview in which
Hampton expressed publicly his views
on his allegedly lenient sentencing ofa
Mesquite youth for the brutal

execution-style murder of two gay
men. Among other statements,
Hampton was reported to have said,
"These homosexuals by running
around on weekends picking up

teenage boys, they're asking for
trouble, they really are," and "I put

State law provides that all documents
filed with the Commission and all

proceedings remain confidential imtil
the formal hearing is convened by the
master. "THRF has been monitoring

this action very closely," said Bryan,
"sending a lawyer to the pre-hearing
conference held by the master in May
and responding to a request for help
from the Commission in developing
evidence. I have conveyed THRF's
concerns in the past several to the
master and to the Commission's staff

prostitutes and gays at about the same

over the fact that Hampton continues to

level. If these boys had picked up two

hold court without a resolution of these

prostitutes and taken them to the woods
and killed them I'd consider that a
similar case. And I'd be hard put to give

very serious charges against him,"
Bryan stated.

somebody life for killing a prostitute."

Hampton could be removed from office
if the evidence produced at the hearing

The formal hearing will be presided
over by the Honorable Robert R.

shows his actions violated the Code of

Murray,a retired court ofappealsjudge

that Hampton's statements violated the
Code by, among other things,
displaying a belief that punishment for
homocide may be conditioned on the
identity of the victim rather than the
nature criminal conduct; by rendering

in San Antonio, who was appointed on

May lOth of this year by the Texas
Supreme Courtas the master orjudge to
hear the case. THRF's legal director,

attorney David Bryan, expressed

Judicial Conduct. THRF has alleged

satisfaction with the setting of the
October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 7

the impression that heterosexual
murderers of gay men or lesbians
would be treated sympathetically in his
court; and by showing his inability to
preside impartially over cases in which
gay or lesbian individuals are involved.

Ben-Shalom, the 7th Circuit extends

the dangerous logic of Hardwick to say
it's o.k.to be gay,o.k. to say you're gay
and you favor gay rights, but that it's
not o.k. to act on one's sexual

orientation, not o.k. to live our lives

fully,

without

experiencing

discrimination."

Federal Appeals Court
Rejects Army Lesbian
Chicago - In the latest development in
lesbian Miriam Ben-Shalom's 13-year
battle to re-enlist in the U.S. Army
Reserves, the U.S. Federal Court of

Appeals for the Seventh Circuit ruled
on August 7th that the Army is not
required to re-enlist Ben-Shalom.

Justifying its decision in part on the
U.S.Supreme Court's ruling in Bowers
V. Hardwick, in which the court held

that states could regulate the rights of
gay people to engage in private, adult,
consensual sexual behavior, the coiut

Ben-Shalom began her legal battle in
1976, when she was discharged from
the Army Reserves because she

acknowledged her lesbianism to
reporters writing about her

appointment as one of the first two
women drill sergeants in the Army
Reserves. In earlier victories, lower
courts held that Ben-Shalom's First

Amendmentrights were violated by her

discharge,and thatthe Army regulation
denied to gay people equal protection
under the law because it penalized

personsfor their status as homosexu^s.
Hyde noted that the Gay & Lesbian
Military Freedom Project Coalition,
which NGLTF spearheads, will

in Ben-Shalom upheld the Army's

continue to pursue a Congressional

regulation discharging persons who
"engage in homosexual conduct, or

lesbian military policy. Hyde also
noted NGLTF's plans to hold a Military

who by their statements demonstrate a
propensity to engage in homosexual
conduct."

The new decision by a three-judge
p^el in Chicago reverses a lower

strategy to overturn the anti-gay/
Freedom demonstration at the White
House on November 10. The Gay and
Lesbian Military Freedom Project is a

district court ruling which had declared
the Army regulation unconstitutional

joint project of NGLTF, the National
Organization for Women, Women s
Equity Action League, National

and had ordered the Army to re-enlist

Lawyers Guild Military Law Task

Ben-Shalom. Ben-Shalom will appeal

Force, ACLU Gay and Lesbian Rights

to a full(en banc)panel of the Seventh

Project, Lambda Legal Defense and

Circuit Court of Appeals.

Education Fund,and Citizen Soldier.

Sue Hyde, Director of the Privacy
Project of the National Gay and
Lesbian Task Force (NGLTF), and

Gay Art Trashed by
Government

organizer of the Gay & Lesbian

Military Freedom Project Coalition,

Washington, D.C. - The Senate in late

condemned the court's decision.'The

July vote din favor of Senator Jesse

damage Hardwick did to the lives of

Helm's rider to a bill funding the

gay men and lesbians continues to

National Endowment for the Arts that
declares no Federal funds can go to

become clear with each new case. In

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"promote, disseminate, or produce

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obscene or indecent materials,

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including but not limited to depictions
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gay/lesbian lives in forums ranging
from public television down to local

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including efforts by the Rev. Donald
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American

Family

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sponsors of television shows with gay

Washington, D.C. - Submissions are
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experience of the lesbian care-partners
and those who have lostclosefriends or

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focus on emotional processes (love,
anger, sadness, fear, survivor, quilt,
etc.), day-today concrete experiences,

characters.

and interactions with others close to the

Helms boasts he will "win every time"
on cutting Federal money for arts
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costumes on Friday, Saturday & Tuesday

NEXUS & PETTICOAT JUNCTION are

the 27th, 28th & 31st and join in the fun!

the places to look in Austin! Friday Happy
Hour in NEXUS is a great way to unwind
after a hard week - look for Nancy Ford on

Also, don't forget that comedian Nancy

Ford will be playing at the RANCH on
November 5th at 8pm,don't miss it!

the 6th, Denise Fawcett on the 13th, The

Therapy Sisters on the 20th and Lara

SAN ANTONIO - Be sure to come on out

Linette on the 27th.If you wantyourmoney

to the CIRCLE on October the 15th after

to go to a good cause, then check out

Gay Fiesta for an after the party, party!

NEXUS/PJ's on Sundays! Every Sunday is

Check at the bar for Fiesta details. Tuesday

a benefit starting with a Slave Sale hosted

Night Topics for

by Melanie for Ms.TGRA,to benefit ASA

Homophobia and/or Heterosexlsm on the

on the 8th,On the 15th the ALLGO Benefit

will feature "Chili", a Benefit Show for

3rd and Working In the Lesbian
Community with a focus on the Lesbian

October

are:

ASA hosted by Mary Baldree for Ms.

bartender on the 17th. On the 29th, come

TGRA happens on the 22nd and People
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out for the" Anything Goes"Talent Show
with a S100 First Prize(cash).The CIRCLE

happens on the 14th & 15th in the NEXUS

NEXUS is definitely the place to be! Check

is celebrating Halloween on Friday the 27th
with prizes for best costumes and drink
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that Thursday is Steak Night - your bring
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at the bar for details.

the rest - can't beat a deal like that!

HOUSTON - OK all you pool buffs out

tournament every Tuesday and if you've

HOUSTON - KEYSTROKE &
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already won one of these weekly tourneys

Houston! KEYSTROKE is aonce-a-month

parking garage. Also, PHP Support
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you're looking for a Halloween Party,

there - remember the the RANCH has a pool

remember to show up on Sunday, October

blow-out party for women and friends and

29th for the Finals! On October 8th come

KEYSTROKE 2 happen every Friday

out to support the Survivors Softball team

and the new rugby team at a Benefit Show.

night in a intimate setting for those who
like their party's cozy. KEYSTROKE &

You can celebrate Halloween overandover

KEYSTROKE 2 are produced by Stop

at the RANCH this year! Wear your

Searching. Stop Searching is a private
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to get out for SUE ELLEN's Country &

Saturdays from 10pm to Midnight!Ifbeeris
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Western Night.It happens every Thursday
night! There's $1 Longnecks, $2 Coronas
and a Show starting at 10:30pm. Kathy
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Sunday night starting at 10pm. You'll see
Lisa Bryson, Cozy White and lots of
special guests!

Bloody Mary's and Screwdrivers from
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from Saturday Night!

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gnes

ear

Answers to your questions about love,
relationships & personal problems
Dear Agnes,
Let's hear itfor Denmark!I wasexcited

to read in last month's Dimensions they
will legalize gay and lesbian marriages
on October 1, 1989. Since straight
marriages performed in one country are
recognized in others, could this legal
tactic work with gay and lesbian
marriages performed in Denmark? If
so, what are their marriage laws and
procedures?

Already Packing!

often. She said it was nothing and that I
shouldn't worry, she could handle it.
She couldn't. Her drug habits have

gotten worse and worse. She can no
longer hold a job for very long and has
gone through our savings buying
"crank", cocaine, and various other
drugs.

I've tried to talk her into going into a
treatment center but she refuses. I don't

really want to leave,I still love her and
would like to see her get better, but I'm
notsure how much longer I can live like
this.

Dear Packing,
I hope you just packed and didn't
purchase non-refundable plane tickets
yet. According to the NationalLesbian/
Gay Task Force, gay marriages are not
legal here, and therefore will not be
recognized!

Dear Agnes,
Mine is a big problem and I'm not sure
what to do about it or even where to
start. See, my lover and I have been
together for ten years. About three
years ago she was layed off her job and
started drinking heavily. I really didn't
think anything about it because I
thoughtshe would be fine assoon as she
found woric.

Well, she found work and it did get
better, I thought. I discovered about a
year later that she had stepped up to
doing "speed" and was doing it fairly

Where do I turn now?

Victim of the "Drug War"
Austin,TX

Dear Drug War,

Call your local chapter of Alcoholics
Anonymous,Narcotics Anonymous or

some other twelve step group, and find

out whatthey have to offer for friends
and relatives of the addicted person

(Alanon is AA's version), and go!
Many larger cities have lesbian/gay
chapters, but if yours doesn t, don t be
put off- go anyway. A support group is
a must for your well being.
The mental anguish suffered by lovers,
family, and friends of people on drugs
leaves deep scars, guilt, and shattered
self esteem. We always tend to blame
ourselves. But it is important to

remember you did not make your lover
startdrinking or abusing drugs,and you

Page 14 • Dimensions • October 1989

cannot make her stop. The only way a
person can get sober and stay sober is if
they want to.

If you cannot bring yourself to go to a
support group, I strongly urge you to

get private counseling for yourself.
Gck^ luck and my thoughts are with
you.

Dear Fringe,
Nine to one against! Odds are even with
your consent; you will default to your
second decision.

We never get beyond a new face
catching our fancy. It's what we do
about that fancy that counts. Sleeping
with someone outside the primary
relationship generally opens a can of

Dear Agnes,

worms,much like Pandora's box,once

My lover and I have been together for
five years. They have been five of the

the lid is open it cannot be closed.

<S

best for me. We both have good jobs

and mostly we stay to ourselves.
However,there is a girl my lover is just
totally in lust with. This all started
about three months ago. We have been

fighting alot lately and I am hinging
between telling her to go get this thing

Write To Dear Agnes

out of her system... That's one side of

With Your Problems or

me. The other side wants to tell her if

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she sleeps with this b

that's it Hit

the road.

What are the odds of us working out if
I let her go?

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What does

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meon to you?

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Even as a child, Stephanie realized
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THE

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by Sandy Doyar

one another . . . or have you lost

contact? Through dozens of per

sonal interviews with lesbians and
their ex-lovers, Carol Becker has
charted the course that a break-up

may take. She shows how the end of
a relationship can provide a time for

important personal growth, and

how former lovers can also sei^e as

the foundation for new forms ol

family and community.

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Managing

Your
Money
by Cameron Taylor

Money! One of the most talked about

subjects. And generally in a negative
way. "I'm broke!" "1 don't have the
money to go out this weekend."
Money, like power in our society, is
often viewed in a negative light.

There is a very simple way to look at
money! You can manage your money.
Or-it will manage vou.on a day to day

basis. The next time you are hustling to

pay the rent or find the extra hundred
bucks that you need to buy a

washer, and out comes the old credit
card... Stop and think; are you

managing your money or is it managing
you?

Well....unfortunately, your money is

managing you! So what can you do to
take control for yourself?

October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 17

Savings )

for investment

A saving account or money market
fund is the safest investment you can

Save! Now don't let that word turn you
off—itdoes mostpeople! But the only

make,but they do not offer the highest
return on your money. Once again, be

way to effectively manage your money
is to save and invest. It is that simple.
But, you say, "after I pay bills I'm
broke, there's nothing left to save."
Well look at it like this, if you are outof
a job tomorrow and don't have any
money in savings, what are you going
to live on? Unemployment? A
relative's money? Friends?

sure the bank has FDIC insurance.

Banks can go out of business overnight
- especially in Texas.
The first investment to consider is your

employer's stock plan. Employers
generally offer to match part of your
money.(YouputinaSl andtheyputin
250 or 500.) Be sure your company is
financially sound, has good

The most effective way to save is by a
direct deduction from your paycheck to
a savings account, bank, or credit

management and check your stock
report every quarter for accurate

union. Be certain whatever institution

investment, but the potential for profit

bookkeeping.There is risk in any stock

you choose is FDIC insured. Five or ten

make stocks an attractive option.

dollars is an excellent start, and when

EE(Government)Saving Bonds are an
excellent savings option. They can be

you receive a raise or pay off a bill,
increase the amount you pay to savings.
Saving is like paving vourselfinstead of

purchased through payroll deductions
or from most banks. They earn interest

everybody else. ,

on competitive rates and there are no

Consider two savings accounts. One

state or local taxes. You do not have to

account for emergency money - you
should have enough money in this

pay federal taxes until you cash the

account to cover all essentials for three,

half their face value(a $50 bond costs

bonds in.You purchase saving bonds at

to six months. Add to this account for

you $25). You must hold the saving

things you want for the house and car,

bonds 6 months before you can take
them to the bank and cash them in. To

such as; stereos, tvs, etc.. Use this
account for purchases that you would
otherwise make with credit cards.

get the face value ofthe bond(S50),you
must hold them 12 years. (If you

purchase a $25 bond each month in a
year you will have $300 [$600 face

iNVESfTMENT)
The other account will be investment

money. To many people, the word

value] OR in 10 years $3000 [$6000
face value]) Most employer plans will
let you deduct any amount for saving
bonds(even $3 or $4 a pay check). EE

investment means risk or that you can't

bonds are a safe investment,backed by
the U.S. government.

get to your money for many years
without a penalty. Now,this can be true

Consider investing in a mutual fund.

in some instances, but there are many

Here's how it works: you put your

relatively safe places to put your money

money in the fund and in turn, it is

Page 1& Dimensions • October 1989

invested in a diversified list ofstocks or

bonds chosen by the fund managers.
They move your money among various
stocks and bonds to get you the best
return. You are buying shares in the
fund. Look for a no-load mutual fund.

No load funds do not charge fees or
commissions.There are many different
funds, and there are risks involved.

Don't let anyone sell you a fund over
the phone. Money magazine is an

for cards carefully and choose the lower
interest rate, and annual fee. Close

accounts that you are not using, but

paying annual fees on. These cards are
costing you money each time you pay
the fee,and it only takes two or three to

add up to a hundred dollars a year.Also,
the tax deduction is being phased out
for credit cards, so pay cash whenever

possible.

excellent source of information for

investing and there are toll free phone
numbers for mutual funds, banks,

We live in an instant gratification

stocks, etc... Call for a financial report
and stick to the top performing funds.

society - when we want something we
want it now - today. For this instant

You will need S500 to a SIOOO dollars

purchase power, we end up paying the

to get you started in mutual funds.
Remember that an investment is

banks and credit card companies
hundreds of dollars each year. Learn to
save your money! Learn to manage

something that goes up in value over

your money! It takes time,but it is well

time; it makes you money.CDs,money

worth the time and trouble.It feels good

marketfunds,stocks,bonds,real estate,

to pay cash and pocket that money that

and collectibles are all investments.
Some are riskier than others and some

hard earned dollars.

you had been giving to the bank - ygUI

will bring a bigger return,so be careful
and be sure you know and understand

all the facts before you plunge in.
Cars,tvs,stereos,furniture,etc.. are not

an investment They cost you money
that can never be recouped. Yes, you
can resell them,butonly at a fraction of
what you paid, they do not go up in
value.

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hat A World,
hat A World!
Make A Wish
by Nancy Ford

A funny thing happened to me on the
way to domestic tranquility. It was one

of those grey,rainy, silent afternoons the kind of afternoon during which one
can go quite contentedly for hours
without hearing the sound of a another
human voice. You know the kind - a

perfect, interruption-less afternoon
which creatively- motivated people,
particularly writers,cherish. Minimum

distraction

yields

maximum

concentration, you see. Kind of like
being the Vice President.

When my Significant other arrived
home that evening, it became crystal
clear that one woman's'No big deal',is
very often another woman's 'Dear
God, What have you done to this
house?" - followed by - if you don't put
that couch back where it belongs, plan
on sleeping on it tonight.
Well. All this aversion to change came
as quite a surprise. Up until this point,
based on a number of past, pleasant
experiences, I'd come to believe that

my Honey was at least, well,flexible.If

As would any good and true writer

only I'd known - if only I'd been

worthy of her craft, I spent the
afternoon rearranging furniture.
No major rearranging occurred, mind

cautioned that it was so important to her

you.No big deal.Justslide thatloveseat
over here, angle that coffee table over
there, move the electronics from one
comer to the other. No big deal. No
walls were knocked down. I have

the 200-pound potted plant in front of

that our, furniture have a sense of
permanency -1 would have gladly left
that same window until it sprouted
roots into the carpet.

But not to worry. Eventually we

neither the constitution nor the patience
for renovation. If it's not permanent

compromised, kissed, and made up.
Happy Ending. But the fact remains
that an ounce of prevention is worth the

press or requires the strength of more
than one person to move it, it has no
place in my life.

a pound of cure, unless, of course, the
cure is only readily available in

Page22» Dimensions • October 1989

Mexico. In that event, an ounce of

prevention is worth the price of a bus

▼ Never, ever rearrange the

ticket to Matamoros.

Therefore, the following guide has
been compiled to warn you of The
Little Things that can lead to trouble in
paradise for too many lovemates.
Simply clip and magnet them to your
refrigerator between the pizza coupons
and the hurricane tracking chart.
Purchase toothpaste in the nuevo

furniture.

Nancy Ford's column.
What A World,
What A World,
oppeors every

stand-up, pump-style dispenser. Oldfashioned toothpaste tubes that can be

month right here in

either squeezed in the middle or rolled

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from the end can be springboards to
tragedy when PMS levels run high.
Private,funny little nicknames for

each other mean absolutely nothing to
the rest of the world, except as* a
substitute purgative,and should remain
private for exactly that reason.

'^F JustSay No to ex-lovers,no matter
what the request may be.

^F Do not use pins that represent past
achievement or the memory of a loved

nancy ford
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aunt, or an International Thespian
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the

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A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old

This month, T. Sumner Reviews:

Chris
by Randy Salem

Hastings
Two Novels first published in the late 50's at the
beginning of the era referred to as the golden age
of lesbian paperback originals.
This month we're going to look at two

never been good, and Chris seeks

books first published in the late 1950's
at the beginning of an era known as the
"golden age of lesbian paperback

satisfaction on the weekends when

originals".
Chris by Randy Salem is about a the
beautiful Christopher Hamilton. Chris

Carol admires Chris and her work,and

writes scientific articles on marine life

terrible life with Dizz and into her own.

and is very successful in her career. For
the pastfour years,Chris has lived with
"Dizz". Their sexual relationship has

and is determined not to let her go.

Dizz is gone.On one drunken night,she
picks up Carol Martin.
soon finds herself falling in love. Carol

is determined to get Chris out of her
But Dizz knows her power over Chris
Even while she seeks to hold onto

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Chris, Dizz is letting herself become

live a life free of her commitment, but

more and more interested in George, a

knows she cannot. Then she meets

dapper young man who caters to her

Paula Temple.

every whim.

Paula is her nephew's finance. Paula
has agreed to marry Phil as a way to
escape from her family and her
alcoholic father. But,from the moment
Paula meets Phil's Aunt Byrne, she
feels she has found the key to true
happiness. Even with all odds working
against her, Paula is determined that

This book was first published in 1959
by Beacon Books and has been re

issued now by Naiad Press. The book
gives a bird's eye view of life as a
lesbian in the late 50's. Chris is a wellwritten, emotional love story even

though I found it to be a bit naive.
Everyone you meet as you read the
book is more or less understanding
about the gay life-style.
On the other hand. Three Women by

Byrne will come to love her and leave
the dark shadow- Greta behind.
Three Women is an PYrellpnt nnvp.l Ms.

March Hastings gives us a better idea of

Hastings has captured the essence of
new love,as well as,the desperation of

the scars that discrimination can leave.

a woman trapped by her past. I would

Three Women was also published in the
late 50's by Universal Publishing and
Distributing Company and re-appears
now courtesy of Naiad Press.
Byrne and Greta are tied together by a

recommend it to everyone.

terrible event in their childhood. Greta

is mentally-ill, and Byrne feels it is her
duty to care for Greta. Byrne longs to

Both Three Women and Chris are

available from Naiad Press, Inc, P.O.
Box 10543, Tallahassee, Ha 32302.
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Gharism
W
Webster defines charisma as"a special
magnetic charm or appeal." Charisma

believed that the one who Idoks away

first is the loser.

j
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isn't looks.We'veall know people who
weren't particularly beautiful that had
thatspecial something that drew people
to them. Charisma isn't money or
power - just look at George Bush.
Charisma is a great asset but it may be
hard to develop. Are you charismatic?
Take the quiz below to find out!

2. When you meet someohe for the
first time, you:

j

a. usually remember their |name and
other pertinent information !,f you meet

them again — no matter whp they are.
b.remember their name,etc.
|
butonly if
they interest you.

;

c. always have to be introduced several

1. When someone is talking to you,
you:

times before you remembei" anyone's
name.

a.look them in the eyes,but notso much
as to make them uncomfortable.

b. have a hard time looking someone in

■
I

3. When it comes to fashicfn, you:
a. make your own.

the eye, your attention wanders a bit.

b. more or less follow the tifends.

c. look at them hard, you've always

c. could care less.

Page 26* Dimensions • October 1989

draws people to you. You make others
feel special when they are around you
and therefore people clamber to be a

4.In group situations you are usually:
a. the leader, even if not officially.

b. part of the group, but not in the lead
most of the time.

part of your circle. You are a good

c. just going along, you really aren't

listener and you carry yourself with
self-confidence. You truly enjoy life

fond of groups anyway.

and it shows!

5. When you go out to a bar, you:
a. have a large group of friends and are
always meeting more.
b. stay mainly with your group of
friends but sometimes acquire new
members.

9-18
You definitely have your charismatic
moments and that's just the way you

like it. you enjoy your fiends and would
always welcome another, but you

c. usually keep to yourself or with the
person you came with.

6. In your circle of friends and
acquaintances, you:
a. tend to be the one people always
come to for advice.

prefer to keep things small and
intimate.You are loyal and affectionate
and you like to take the time to get to
know people. Having women you ve
never seen flock around you every time

you walked into a social situation
would

b. don't feel you are qualified to give
much advice but will try if asked.
c. are usually in the background.

T. You consider yourself to be:
a. self-confident most of the time.
b. self-confident in some situations but

make

you

slightly

uncomfortable. There may be times
when you wish you were more

outgoing or self-confident but you are
basically happy just the way you are.

0-8
Charisma is not your strongest point.
Although you may be kind and lovable
once people get to know you, you tend
to be a bit off-putting at first. Learn to
laugh at yourself and work on really
listening when others talk. You'll find
yourself with more friends and a social

not in others.

c. supremely self-confident.

Scoring
Give yourself points as follows:

4 points for every A answer.
2 points for every B answer.
0 points for every C answer.

calendar that seems to fill itself!

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If you scored:

19-28
Charisma could be your middle name.
You have that magnetic quality that
October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 27

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jjbIjy
Dreaming
If nothing had happened
There would be no fear of love

or my constanf fear of uncertainty
I wouldn't have any problem with trust.
To have been seen and heard as a child

I wouldn't fear Insanity.
To be able to use al my senses
taste
smell

to see and to hear
to feel

without feeling the crazlness
or the fear of when the next memory
will appear.

the heart that knew no despair.
To be able to stand naked In the mirror
and love who and what I see.

To hear you say I love you
Without any doubt why
I would just accept and believe.

To be able to cry
v/ithout any gullf or any apology.
To say no
without the fear you will abandon me.

To be able to touch and hug
vvlthout the fear of secrecy.
To have been just a little girl,
without fear to be,

to be all grown up,
without wishing someday I still could be.

There would be no question about my Identity.
Kim Wright
-Houston, TX

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oroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?

LIBRA
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
You may not be able to get out of a
family obligation during the first week
of October. Try to be available when
someone calls for your help. From the
9th thru the 16th

a romantic

companion may be looking for a more
permanent commitment. Think it over

recent misunderstanding between you
and a loved one can be cleared up. Sit
down and talk it out calmly and all will
be well.

SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 23-Dec 21)
You may be feeling insecure and
unsure of yourselfduring the Tirst week

carefully before taking the plunge.

of October. Make an effort to look on

From the 17th thru the 23rd follow

the bright side of everything. From the

your logic and not your emotions.
There may be alot of conflict going on
around you and you'll have to be on

9th thru the 16th don't give in to a

your toes to stay outof it. From the 24th

that could have terrible consequences.
From the 17th thru the 23rd you'll

thru the 31st you can accomplish alot
more and feel better about yourself if
you will take some time alone to get
your private affairs organized.

pushy friend. Stick to your guns and
don't let them talk you into something

need to get serious about straightening
out your finances. Study all your

options before you make any decisions.
From the 24th thru the 31st you won't

SCORPIO
(Oct 24ttt -Nov 22nd)
You could find yourself with a new
romantic interest during the first week

of October. Don't count on any plans

get far if you try to mix business with
pleasure. Keep socializing to a
minimum on thejob so you can finish a
tough assignment.

you ve made since last minute snags

CAPRICORN

could develop. From the 9th thru the
16th keep a secret that has been
entrusted to you. Someone you love

(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)
You may have a secret admirer
watching you from afar during the first

may make a decision that is strictly
private and you will lose their love and
trust if you reveal it.From the 17th thru

the 23rd you may be feeling
adventurous.Don't letanyone hold you
back, you can do almost anything right
now! From the 24th thru the 31st a

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weekofOctober.Getoutand socialize

and she Just might get up the guts to
approach you! From the 9th thru the
16th avoid getting sentimental aboutan
ex-lover. Time has a way of erasing
past hurts and makes you remember
only the good which could get you into

Property of the Center
hot water.From the 17th thru the 23rd

let your natural charm do its work.

you may need to change your mode of
operation on thejob. Step back and take
a good look at how you get things done
and then change them to make yourself

From the 24th thru the 31st you may

more efficient. From the 24th thru the

now. You'll have to buckle down and

31st some powerful influences are at
work on your behalf. Concentrate on

shape.

have to put your foot down about a
partner's spending habits. Bills have
piled up and they're all coming due

work hard to get back in good financial

realistic goals and you'll do great.

ARIES

AQUARIUS
(Jan 2(Hh - Feb 18th)

(Mar 21st-April 19)
A close relationship could be under alot

You'll have to work hard to keep your

of pressure during the first week of

attention focused on the task at hand
during the first week of October.

possible. From the 9th thru the 16th

October. You can find a peaceful
solution if you don't push so hard.From
the9th thru the 16th things at work are
calming down and you can enjoy some

be cautious about accepting an

great social activities. Get out and

invitation from someone who might be
trying to snowball you. Keep on your

enjoy yourself. From the 17th thru the

Eliminate as many distractions as

toes so you don't get taken. From the

17th thru the 23rd you may face a
minor disappointment Everything will
turn outfine if you wUlkeep your sense
of humor about the situation. From the

23rd don't let your emotions get the
better of your logic. Your feelings
could be super-sensitive so you might

put off making a big decision until
you've calmed down. From the 24th
thru the 31st you can move up on the

24th thru the 31st a trip out-of-town
could be on the agenda.Expensescould

job by staying cool while everyone

get out of hand if you don't limit

your first impressions.

yourself.

around you is losing their head. Trust

(Feb 19th-Mar 20th)

TAURUS
(April 20th-May 20th)
Be careful about basing your opinions

about a romantic matter during the first

on gossip that is making the rounds
during the first week of October. Get

PISCES
Don t let your emotions mislead you
week of October. Focus on other
interests to take your mind off the
situation. From the 9th thru the 16th a

friend you haven't seen in a long time is
back in your life. Take time to spend
with them and it could be just like old

more accurate information before

making a decision. From the 9th thru
the 16th a phone call or message could
bring you some very good news. Get
your personal affairs in order while
your feeling so good! From the 17th

times. From the 17th thru the 24th

thru the 23rd surround yourself with

don't be too forceful when trying to
gain another's affection. Back off and

and you'll have a wonderful week.You

happy people and pleasant activities

October 1989• Dinnensions•Page 31

may getsome dramatic news.From the
24th thru the 31st you could have a
feeling that you are being pushed along
without having much control on the

be feeling impatient and it could get
you in trouble. You'd be wise to listen
to the advice of someone older and
wiser.

job.Go with the flow,it's the best thing

LEO

right now.

GEMINI
(May 21st-June 21st)
You may want to take steps to slow
things down in a relationship that is
moving too fast for you during the first
week of October. From the 9th thru

the 16th you may have to put your
social plans on hold until a business

(July 23rd - August 22nd)
Don't be so quick to decide a romantic
interest is the love of your life during
the first week of October. You may
have misread a signal or mistaken your
partner's intentions. From the 9th thru
the 16th be sure you cover all bases at
work. Be patient and work slowly and
steadily to get the best results.From the

matter is worked out. This can be

17th thru the 23rd try to avoid

important to your future so don't put it

becoming involved in a dispute among
your family members. You're the
diplomat in this situation! From the

off. From the 17th thru the 23rd don't

get upset if someone seeks you out and
takes your attention away from a hobby
you enjoy. You should feel flattered
that your opinion is sought. From the
24th thru the 31st determination can

24th thru the 31st don't be fooled into

buying something from a fast-talking
salesman, investigate and compare
before making a decision.

take you far both at work and at home.
Projects you've been putting off will
getdone and you'11 still have time left to
play.

VIRGO
(August 23rd- Sept 22nd)

Don't be impatient about a relationship
during the first week of October. Your

CANCER
(June 22th - July 22th)
Be as honest with yourself as possible
about a relationship that is under stress

during the first week of October.
Talking things over calmly will help.
From the 9th thru the 16th others may
be demanding so much of your time
that you don't have any left for
yourself. Turn down an invitation if
you start feeling too rushed. From the
17th thru the 23rd nothing seems to go
as planned. Don't worry, snags won't
slow you down too much and
everything will work out in the end.

actions could ruin any chances you may
have had of making it work. From the
9th

thru the

16th

when

this

relationship takes on a more serious
tone, you may be surprised and

confused. Be honest about your
feelings. From the 17th thru the 23rd
you could be the most popular person in
your social circle this week. Enjoy all
the attention. From the 24th thru the

31st let your intuition be yoiu" guide in
a business matter. An interesting
adventure could be on the agenda.

From the 24th thru the 31st you may

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A Listing of Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
ARLINGTON,TX (area code 817

Dallas Gay/Lesbian Historic Arctiives
4012-B Cedar Springs » 821-1653
Dallas Gay Youtti Group

organizations
Gay/Lesbian Association of UTA

300 Turtle Creek Plaza #116.307-7203
Dallas Outdoors
P.O. Box 35474 75235• 276-5270
Dallas Tavern Guild
3900 Lemmon Ave. #220• 526-5292

PO. Box 19348-77, UTA St, 76019
794-5140

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Foundation for Human Understanding

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528-4233

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2727 Oak Lawn 75219•528-2811
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Box 275 Texas Union 78712-7338

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1100 Springdale Rd.• 929-3660
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75219-5311.520-8108

5555 N. Lamar Blvd. #L101 • 441-9191
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P.O. Box 141021 78714.440-7669

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Womyn Togettier
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507 Powell 78703 • 322-9654
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2201 N. Lamar # 203 78705 • 479-8473
AIDS Legal Assistance 1-800-828-6417

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DENTON,TX (area code 817)
COURAGE, Lesbian Gay Student Org.
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DALLAS, TX (area code 214)

P.O. Box 5067 76203.382-3813

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clubs

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sue Ellen's
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clubs
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organizations

AIDS Foundation

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3400 Montrose #700.524-AIDS
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AIDS Resource Center

c/o Switchboard.529-3211
Gay/Lesbian Students

4012-B Cedar Springs 75219
Delias Gay Alliance

4012-B Cedar Springs 75219 .528-4233

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University of Houston

666 Broadway 4th Floor

4800 Calhioun • 529-3211

NY, NY 10012

Gay & Lesbian Switctiboard
P.O. Box 66591 77266 •529-3211

Houston Gay Political Caucus
P.O. Box 66664 77266 •521-1000

Kingdom Community Ctiurcti
614 E. 19fln.862-7533
Lambda ALANON
Lambda Center for Alchoholics
1214 Joanne • 521-9772

Lesbian/Gay Students
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area 77058

Montrose Pool League/Billiards
PJ 863-8482
PWA Coalition - Houston
3327 Essex Lane *623-4436

NORMAN,OK (area code 405)
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Women's Resource Center

P.O. Box 5089 73070

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
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2135 NW 39th 73112 * 525-AiDS

Herland Sister Resources, Inc.
2312 NW 39th 73112 * 794-7464

Womynspace

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P.O. Box 980601 77098-0601
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Women's Softball League

The Circle
8021 Pinebrook • 341-2818

6431 Pineshade • 868-6256

organizations

LUBBOCK,TX (area code 806)
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Lubbock Lesbian/Gay Alliance
P.O. Box 64746 79464 * 796-2403

Names Project/Lubtsock
796-1800 or 744-1957

Dignity/San Antonio
202 N.St. Marys * 349-3632
Integrity/San Antonio
P.O. Box 150006 78212 * 684-4920

River City Living Metropolitan
Community Church
202 Holland 78212 * 822-1121
LISA (Lesbian Information SA)
828-LiSA (5472)

SALGA - San Antonio Lesbian &. Gay
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Assembly * 733-7300

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P.O. Box 120113 78212-9313
San Antonio Tavern Guild • 822-2823

Lesbian/Gay Concerns
P.O. Box 1021 • Evanston, IL 60204
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729 Eighth St. S.E. Suite 200
Washington, DC 20003 *(202) 547-3101
AIDS 800 • 1-800-221-7044
Conference For Catholic Lesbians
P.O. Box 436, Planetarium Station
New York. New York 10024

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND,TX
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Lyie's Deck • 120 E. Atoi St.
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Ntl Gay Alliance for Young Adults,
Inc.P.O. Box 190426

Dallas, TX 75219-0426 .(214)307-7203

National Gay/Lesbian Clearinghouse
666 Broadway 4th Floor
NY, NY 10012

National Gay/Lesbian Crislsllne
1-800-SOS-GAYS

National Gay/Lesbian Task Force
1517 U Street NW

Washington D C. 20009 * 202-332-6483
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Surviving Incest

Editor's Note: Ms. Wright's poem,

"Dreaming",appears on page 29 ofthis

Dear Dimensions:

I have enclosed two poems I have
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'QWS
From Around the Region,the Country & the World

Judge Hampton to

hearing date.
"THRF received a call from Judge

Face Formal

Murray Lhis morning telling us of the
hearing date," said Bryan. "THRF is
anxious for the process to go forward.It
has been nearly nine months now since
THRF filed the original complaint
against Hampton,and over the summer
months I have had several personal

Public Hearing
Dallas - Judge Jack Hampton will face
formal public hearing set to begin on
October .16th in Dallas, based on

disciplinary proceedings started on
December 16th of last year when the
Texas Human Rights Foundation
(THRF) filed a sworn complaint

communications

with

the

Commission's staffand with the master

against Hampton with the Texas State

directly, urging that a trial date be set
soon, so that the disciplinary

Commission on Judicial Conduct.

proceedings would become public."

THRF initiated the disciplinary action
after

The

Dallas

Times

Herald

published an interview in which
Hampton expressed publicly his views
on his allegedly lenient sentencing ofa
Mesquite youth for the brutal

execution-style murder of two gay
men. Among other statements,
Hampton was reported to have said,
"These homosexuals by running
around on weekends picking up

teenage boys, they're asking for
trouble, they really are," and "I put

State law provides that all documents
filed with the Commission and all

proceedings remain confidential imtil
the formal hearing is convened by the
master. "THRF has been monitoring

this action very closely," said Bryan,
"sending a lawyer to the pre-hearing
conference held by the master in May
and responding to a request for help
from the Commission in developing
evidence. I have conveyed THRF's
concerns in the past several to the
master and to the Commission's staff

prostitutes and gays at about the same

over the fact that Hampton continues to

level. If these boys had picked up two

hold court without a resolution of these

prostitutes and taken them to the woods
and killed them I'd consider that a
similar case. And I'd be hard put to give

very serious charges against him,"
Bryan stated.

somebody life for killing a prostitute."

Hampton could be removed from office
if the evidence produced at the hearing

The formal hearing will be presided
over by the Honorable Robert R.

shows his actions violated the Code of

Murray,a retired court ofappealsjudge

that Hampton's statements violated the
Code by, among other things,
displaying a belief that punishment for
homocide may be conditioned on the
identity of the victim rather than the
nature criminal conduct; by rendering

in San Antonio, who was appointed on

May lOth of this year by the Texas
Supreme Courtas the master orjudge to
hear the case. THRF's legal director,

attorney David Bryan, expressed

Judicial Conduct. THRF has alleged

satisfaction with the setting of the
October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 7

the impression that heterosexual
murderers of gay men or lesbians
would be treated sympathetically in his
court; and by showing his inability to
preside impartially over cases in which
gay or lesbian individuals are involved.

Ben-Shalom, the 7th Circuit extends

the dangerous logic of Hardwick to say
it's o.k.to be gay,o.k. to say you're gay
and you favor gay rights, but that it's
not o.k. to act on one's sexual

orientation, not o.k. to live our lives

fully,

without

experiencing

discrimination."

Federal Appeals Court
Rejects Army Lesbian
Chicago - In the latest development in
lesbian Miriam Ben-Shalom's 13-year
battle to re-enlist in the U.S. Army
Reserves, the U.S. Federal Court of

Appeals for the Seventh Circuit ruled
on August 7th that the Army is not
required to re-enlist Ben-Shalom.

Justifying its decision in part on the
U.S.Supreme Court's ruling in Bowers
V. Hardwick, in which the court held

that states could regulate the rights of
gay people to engage in private, adult,
consensual sexual behavior, the coiut

Ben-Shalom began her legal battle in
1976, when she was discharged from
the Army Reserves because she

acknowledged her lesbianism to
reporters writing about her

appointment as one of the first two
women drill sergeants in the Army
Reserves. In earlier victories, lower
courts held that Ben-Shalom's First

Amendmentrights were violated by her

discharge,and thatthe Army regulation
denied to gay people equal protection
under the law because it penalized

personsfor their status as homosexu^s.
Hyde noted that the Gay & Lesbian
Military Freedom Project Coalition,
which NGLTF spearheads, will

in Ben-Shalom upheld the Army's

continue to pursue a Congressional

regulation discharging persons who
"engage in homosexual conduct, or

lesbian military policy. Hyde also
noted NGLTF's plans to hold a Military

who by their statements demonstrate a
propensity to engage in homosexual
conduct."

The new decision by a three-judge
p^el in Chicago reverses a lower

strategy to overturn the anti-gay/
Freedom demonstration at the White
House on November 10. The Gay and
Lesbian Military Freedom Project is a

district court ruling which had declared
the Army regulation unconstitutional

joint project of NGLTF, the National
Organization for Women, Women s
Equity Action League, National

and had ordered the Army to re-enlist

Lawyers Guild Military Law Task

Ben-Shalom. Ben-Shalom will appeal

Force, ACLU Gay and Lesbian Rights

to a full(en banc)panel of the Seventh

Project, Lambda Legal Defense and

Circuit Court of Appeals.

Education Fund,and Citizen Soldier.

Sue Hyde, Director of the Privacy
Project of the National Gay and
Lesbian Task Force (NGLTF), and

Gay Art Trashed by
Government

organizer of the Gay & Lesbian

Military Freedom Project Coalition,

Washington, D.C. - The Senate in late

condemned the court's decision.'The

July vote din favor of Senator Jesse

damage Hardwick did to the lives of

Helm's rider to a bill funding the

gay men and lesbians continues to

National Endowment for the Arts that
declares no Federal funds can go to

become clear with each new case. In

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"promote, disseminate, or produce

after the Augustrecess. Now's the time

obscene or indecent materials,

to call or write your Congressperson,
yoim Senator, and write Sen. Robert

including but not limited to depictions
ofsadomasochism,homoeroticism,the

exploitation of children ..

By

specifically

defining

Byrd, the manager of the bill, who has
indicated he may support the Helms
rider.

"homoeroticism" as obscene and

indecent on the par with child abuse.

Lesbians & AIDS

Helms hopes to chill any treatment of
gay/lesbian lives in forums ranging
from public television down to local

Submissions Sought

theater and dance projects (romantic
glances between two men or two
women would be prohibited). The

move is part of a larger conservative
push against gays in the media,
including efforts by the Rev. Donald
Wildmon's

American

Family

Association and the Christian Leaders

for Responsible TV to intimidate
sponsors of television shows with gay

Washington, D.C. - Submissions are
being sought for a book on lesbians
responding to AIDS focusing on the
experience of the lesbian care-partners
and those who have lostclosefriends or

family members.Essays;(1)shouldnot
exceed five thousand words,(2)will be

edited for grammar, and (3) should
focus on emotional processes (love,
anger, sadness, fear, survivor, quilt,
etc.), day-today concrete experiences,

characters.

and interactions with others close to the

Helms boasts he will "win every time"
on cutting Federal money for arts
projects with homosexual themes.
A joint Senate/House conference
committee is expected to decide
whether to keep Helm's amendment

PWA. For more information, or to

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hat's I tain
A Monthy Listing of Special Events Aii Around Texas, Oklatioma & New Mexico

AUSTIN - If you are looking for fun,

costumes on Friday, Saturday & Tuesday

NEXUS & PETTICOAT JUNCTION are

the 27th, 28th & 31st and join in the fun!

the places to look in Austin! Friday Happy
Hour in NEXUS is a great way to unwind
after a hard week - look for Nancy Ford on

Also, don't forget that comedian Nancy

Ford will be playing at the RANCH on
November 5th at 8pm,don't miss it!

the 6th, Denise Fawcett on the 13th, The

Therapy Sisters on the 20th and Lara

SAN ANTONIO - Be sure to come on out

Linette on the 27th.If you wantyourmoney

to the CIRCLE on October the 15th after

to go to a good cause, then check out

Gay Fiesta for an after the party, party!

NEXUS/PJ's on Sundays! Every Sunday is

Check at the bar for Fiesta details. Tuesday

a benefit starting with a Slave Sale hosted

Night Topics for

by Melanie for Ms.TGRA,to benefit ASA

Homophobia and/or Heterosexlsm on the

on the 8th,On the 15th the ALLGO Benefit

will feature "Chili", a Benefit Show for

3rd and Working In the Lesbian
Community with a focus on the Lesbian

October

are:

ASA hosted by Mary Baldree for Ms.

bartender on the 17th. On the 29th, come

TGRA happens on the 22nd and People
Helping People (PHP) Garage Sale

out for the" Anything Goes"Talent Show
with a S100 First Prize(cash).The CIRCLE

happens on the 14th & 15th in the NEXUS

NEXUS is definitely the place to be! Check

is celebrating Halloween on Friday the 27th
with prizes for best costumes and drink
sfjecials all night long! Also, don't forget
that Thursday is Steak Night - your bring
your own meat, they'll cook it and provide

at the bar for details.

the rest - can't beat a deal like that!

HOUSTON - OK all you pool buffs out

tournament every Tuesday and if you've

HOUSTON - KEYSTROKE &
KEYSTROKE 2 are still providing a great
entertainment concept for women in

already won one of these weekly tourneys

Houston! KEYSTROKE is aonce-a-month

parking garage. Also, PHP Support
Nights happen on Friday the 13th cfe 27th.If

you're looking for a Halloween Party,

there - remember the the RANCH has a pool

remember to show up on Sunday, October

blow-out party for women and friends and

29th for the Finals! On October 8th come

KEYSTROKE 2 happen every Friday

out to support the Survivors Softball team

and the new rugby team at a Benefit Show.

night in a intimate setting for those who
like their party's cozy. KEYSTROKE &

You can celebrate Halloween overandover

KEYSTROKE 2 are produced by Stop

at the RANCH this year! Wear your

Searching. Stop Searching is a private
October 1989• Dimensions•Page 11

membership organization for women,
designed to enhance women's social and
business cormections through recreational

library & bookstore, and sponsor

activities. For more info on dates,times and

39th or you can call(405)521-9696.

workshops, retreats, concerts and other
events. HERLAND is located at 2312 NW

places, call the KEYSTROKE HOTLINE
at.

785-9258.

DALLAS -If you're looking fo agreatplace

DALLAS - Drink Specials are the rule, not
the exception at JUGS! There's 75^ Draft

to go after work - check out SUE ELLEN's

on Mondays and Thursdays, 250 Draft on
Tuesdays, Fridays and all day and night on

Happy Hour! Happy Hour happens

Sundays. You can also get Free Draft on

everyday till 8pm, Fridays till 9pm and aU
day and all night on Mondays. Also be sure
to get out for SUE ELLEN's Country &

Saturdays from 10pm to Midnight!Ifbeeris
your thing, you can get $1.50 "Swirls" on
Wednesdays, SI Frozen Margaritas and
Pool Toumament on Thursdays and $1

Western Night.It happens every Thursday
night! There's $1 Longnecks, $2 Coronas
and a Show starting at 10:30pm. Kathy
Jack also presents a special show every
Sunday night starting at 10pm. You'll see
Lisa Bryson, Cozy White and lots of
special guests!

Bloody Mary's and Screwdrivers from
noon to 4pm on Stmdays to help you recover
from Saturday Night!

Send Your

Information for

OKLAHOMA CITY - If you are looking
for a place to go that isn't a bar - check out
Herland Sister Resources. They sponsor

What's Goln' On
to:

all kinds of activities for women, both
political and social. HERLAND is a non

P.O. Box 856
Lubbock,TX 79408

profit corporation composed of a collective
of wommin - open to any womyn who wants
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Optional $2 Beer Bust 8pm-2am

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COUNTRY & WESTERN NIGHT

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gnes

ear

Answers to your questions about love,
relationships & personal problems
Dear Agnes,
Let's hear itfor Denmark!I wasexcited

to read in last month's Dimensions they
will legalize gay and lesbian marriages
on October 1, 1989. Since straight
marriages performed in one country are
recognized in others, could this legal
tactic work with gay and lesbian
marriages performed in Denmark? If
so, what are their marriage laws and
procedures?

Already Packing!

often. She said it was nothing and that I
shouldn't worry, she could handle it.
She couldn't. Her drug habits have

gotten worse and worse. She can no
longer hold a job for very long and has
gone through our savings buying
"crank", cocaine, and various other
drugs.

I've tried to talk her into going into a
treatment center but she refuses. I don't

really want to leave,I still love her and
would like to see her get better, but I'm
notsure how much longer I can live like
this.

Dear Packing,
I hope you just packed and didn't
purchase non-refundable plane tickets
yet. According to the NationalLesbian/
Gay Task Force, gay marriages are not
legal here, and therefore will not be
recognized!

Dear Agnes,
Mine is a big problem and I'm not sure
what to do about it or even where to
start. See, my lover and I have been
together for ten years. About three
years ago she was layed off her job and
started drinking heavily. I really didn't
think anything about it because I
thoughtshe would be fine assoon as she
found woric.

Well, she found work and it did get
better, I thought. I discovered about a
year later that she had stepped up to
doing "speed" and was doing it fairly

Where do I turn now?

Victim of the "Drug War"
Austin,TX

Dear Drug War,

Call your local chapter of Alcoholics
Anonymous,Narcotics Anonymous or

some other twelve step group, and find

out whatthey have to offer for friends
and relatives of the addicted person

(Alanon is AA's version), and go!
Many larger cities have lesbian/gay
chapters, but if yours doesn t, don t be
put off- go anyway. A support group is
a must for your well being.
The mental anguish suffered by lovers,
family, and friends of people on drugs
leaves deep scars, guilt, and shattered
self esteem. We always tend to blame
ourselves. But it is important to

remember you did not make your lover
startdrinking or abusing drugs,and you

Page 14 • Dimensions • October 1989

cannot make her stop. The only way a
person can get sober and stay sober is if
they want to.

If you cannot bring yourself to go to a
support group, I strongly urge you to

get private counseling for yourself.
Gck^ luck and my thoughts are with
you.

Dear Fringe,
Nine to one against! Odds are even with
your consent; you will default to your
second decision.

We never get beyond a new face
catching our fancy. It's what we do
about that fancy that counts. Sleeping
with someone outside the primary
relationship generally opens a can of

Dear Agnes,

worms,much like Pandora's box,once

My lover and I have been together for
five years. They have been five of the

the lid is open it cannot be closed.

<S

best for me. We both have good jobs

and mostly we stay to ourselves.
However,there is a girl my lover is just
totally in lust with. This all started
about three months ago. We have been

fighting alot lately and I am hinging
between telling her to go get this thing

Write To Dear Agnes

out of her system... That's one side of

With Your Problems or

me. The other side wants to tell her if

Comments at:
Dimensions

she sleeps with this b

that's it Hit

the road.

What are the odds of us working out if
I let her go?

P.O Box 856

Lubbock,TX 79408

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What does

Stephanie
Knowlond has

the power...

your ex-lover
meon to you?

Are you best friends? Enemies? Do
you provide emotional support for
Even as a child, Stephanie realized
that her psychic abilities set her
apart from others. Now, a crazed

killer whom she helped send to
prison is determined to exact his
revenge on Stephanie and her
lover. Stephanie's power alone is
not enough to save them against
the psychopath who has decided to
play a fiendish cat-and-mouse
game with the two women.
THE

CRYSTAL CURTAIN
by Sandy Doyar

one another . . . or have you lost

contact? Through dozens of per

sonal interviews with lesbians and
their ex-lovers, Carol Becker has
charted the course that a break-up

may take. She shows how the end of
a relationship can provide a time for

important personal growth, and

how former lovers can also sei^e as

the foundation for new forms ol

family and community.

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Managing

Your
Money
by Cameron Taylor

Money! One of the most talked about

subjects. And generally in a negative
way. "I'm broke!" "1 don't have the
money to go out this weekend."
Money, like power in our society, is
often viewed in a negative light.

There is a very simple way to look at
money! You can manage your money.
Or-it will manage vou.on a day to day

basis. The next time you are hustling to

pay the rent or find the extra hundred
bucks that you need to buy a

washer, and out comes the old credit
card... Stop and think; are you

managing your money or is it managing
you?

Well....unfortunately, your money is

managing you! So what can you do to
take control for yourself?

October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 17

Savings )

for investment

A saving account or money market
fund is the safest investment you can

Save! Now don't let that word turn you
off—itdoes mostpeople! But the only

make,but they do not offer the highest
return on your money. Once again, be

way to effectively manage your money
is to save and invest. It is that simple.
But, you say, "after I pay bills I'm
broke, there's nothing left to save."
Well look at it like this, if you are outof
a job tomorrow and don't have any
money in savings, what are you going
to live on? Unemployment? A
relative's money? Friends?

sure the bank has FDIC insurance.

Banks can go out of business overnight
- especially in Texas.
The first investment to consider is your

employer's stock plan. Employers
generally offer to match part of your
money.(YouputinaSl andtheyputin
250 or 500.) Be sure your company is
financially sound, has good

The most effective way to save is by a
direct deduction from your paycheck to
a savings account, bank, or credit

management and check your stock
report every quarter for accurate

union. Be certain whatever institution

investment, but the potential for profit

bookkeeping.There is risk in any stock

you choose is FDIC insured. Five or ten

make stocks an attractive option.

dollars is an excellent start, and when

EE(Government)Saving Bonds are an
excellent savings option. They can be

you receive a raise or pay off a bill,
increase the amount you pay to savings.
Saving is like paving vourselfinstead of

purchased through payroll deductions
or from most banks. They earn interest

everybody else. ,

on competitive rates and there are no

Consider two savings accounts. One

state or local taxes. You do not have to

account for emergency money - you
should have enough money in this

pay federal taxes until you cash the

account to cover all essentials for three,

half their face value(a $50 bond costs

bonds in.You purchase saving bonds at

to six months. Add to this account for

you $25). You must hold the saving

things you want for the house and car,

bonds 6 months before you can take
them to the bank and cash them in. To

such as; stereos, tvs, etc.. Use this
account for purchases that you would
otherwise make with credit cards.

get the face value ofthe bond(S50),you
must hold them 12 years. (If you

purchase a $25 bond each month in a
year you will have $300 [$600 face

iNVESfTMENT)
The other account will be investment

money. To many people, the word

value] OR in 10 years $3000 [$6000
face value]) Most employer plans will
let you deduct any amount for saving
bonds(even $3 or $4 a pay check). EE

investment means risk or that you can't

bonds are a safe investment,backed by
the U.S. government.

get to your money for many years
without a penalty. Now,this can be true

Consider investing in a mutual fund.

in some instances, but there are many

Here's how it works: you put your

relatively safe places to put your money

money in the fund and in turn, it is

Page 1& Dimensions • October 1989

invested in a diversified list ofstocks or

bonds chosen by the fund managers.
They move your money among various
stocks and bonds to get you the best
return. You are buying shares in the
fund. Look for a no-load mutual fund.

No load funds do not charge fees or
commissions.There are many different
funds, and there are risks involved.

Don't let anyone sell you a fund over
the phone. Money magazine is an

for cards carefully and choose the lower
interest rate, and annual fee. Close

accounts that you are not using, but

paying annual fees on. These cards are
costing you money each time you pay
the fee,and it only takes two or three to

add up to a hundred dollars a year.Also,
the tax deduction is being phased out
for credit cards, so pay cash whenever

possible.

excellent source of information for

investing and there are toll free phone
numbers for mutual funds, banks,

We live in an instant gratification

stocks, etc... Call for a financial report
and stick to the top performing funds.

society - when we want something we
want it now - today. For this instant

You will need S500 to a SIOOO dollars

purchase power, we end up paying the

to get you started in mutual funds.
Remember that an investment is

banks and credit card companies
hundreds of dollars each year. Learn to
save your money! Learn to manage

something that goes up in value over

your money! It takes time,but it is well

time; it makes you money.CDs,money

worth the time and trouble.It feels good

marketfunds,stocks,bonds,real estate,

to pay cash and pocket that money that

and collectibles are all investments.
Some are riskier than others and some

hard earned dollars.

you had been giving to the bank - ygUI

will bring a bigger return,so be careful
and be sure you know and understand

all the facts before you plunge in.
Cars,tvs,stereos,furniture,etc.. are not

an investment They cost you money
that can never be recouped. Yes, you
can resell them,butonly at a fraction of
what you paid, they do not go up in
value.

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TGRA Oetober Fesit
Sunday, October 29th - 6pm
Bands • Booths • Show

On the Patio at Nexus/PJ's

A BEAEFtr EVERY SEADAYt
October 8th - Slave Sale to Benefit ASA

by Melanie for Ms.TGRA
October 15th - ATLGO Benefit

Starring "Chili"
October 22nd - Benefit Show For ASA

By Mary Baldree for Ms.TGRA

401 E. 2nd St.• Austin, T
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l UinAT HAPPY HOUR IX .VIvXI'S
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October 20th — Therapy Sisters
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September 29th — Birdie •6pm

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October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 21

hat A World,
hat A World!
Make A Wish
by Nancy Ford

A funny thing happened to me on the
way to domestic tranquility. It was one

of those grey,rainy, silent afternoons the kind of afternoon during which one
can go quite contentedly for hours
without hearing the sound of a another
human voice. You know the kind - a

perfect, interruption-less afternoon
which creatively- motivated people,
particularly writers,cherish. Minimum

distraction

yields

maximum

concentration, you see. Kind of like
being the Vice President.

When my Significant other arrived
home that evening, it became crystal
clear that one woman's'No big deal',is
very often another woman's 'Dear
God, What have you done to this
house?" - followed by - if you don't put
that couch back where it belongs, plan
on sleeping on it tonight.
Well. All this aversion to change came
as quite a surprise. Up until this point,
based on a number of past, pleasant
experiences, I'd come to believe that

my Honey was at least, well,flexible.If

As would any good and true writer

only I'd known - if only I'd been

worthy of her craft, I spent the
afternoon rearranging furniture.
No major rearranging occurred, mind

cautioned that it was so important to her

you.No big deal.Justslide thatloveseat
over here, angle that coffee table over
there, move the electronics from one
comer to the other. No big deal. No
walls were knocked down. I have

the 200-pound potted plant in front of

that our, furniture have a sense of
permanency -1 would have gladly left
that same window until it sprouted
roots into the carpet.

But not to worry. Eventually we

neither the constitution nor the patience
for renovation. If it's not permanent

compromised, kissed, and made up.
Happy Ending. But the fact remains
that an ounce of prevention is worth the

press or requires the strength of more
than one person to move it, it has no
place in my life.

a pound of cure, unless, of course, the
cure is only readily available in

Page22» Dimensions • October 1989

Mexico. In that event, an ounce of

prevention is worth the price of a bus

▼ Never, ever rearrange the

ticket to Matamoros.

Therefore, the following guide has
been compiled to warn you of The
Little Things that can lead to trouble in
paradise for too many lovemates.
Simply clip and magnet them to your
refrigerator between the pizza coupons
and the hurricane tracking chart.
Purchase toothpaste in the nuevo

furniture.

Nancy Ford's column.
What A World,
What A World,
oppeors every

stand-up, pump-style dispenser. Oldfashioned toothpaste tubes that can be

month right here in

either squeezed in the middle or rolled

Dimensionsi

from the end can be springboards to
tragedy when PMS levels run high.
Private,funny little nicknames for

each other mean absolutely nothing to
the rest of the world, except as* a
substitute purgative,and should remain
private for exactly that reason.

'^F JustSay No to ex-lovers,no matter
what the request may be.

^F Do not use pins that represent past
achievement or the memory of a loved

nancy ford
• comedy •

one(i.e. - a fraternity or sorority pin,the
antique brooch of a favorite, deceased

aunt, or an International Thespian
Society medal) for any purjxtse other
than the one for which it was intended.

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the

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A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old

This month, T. Sumner Reviews:

Chris
by Randy Salem

Hastings
Two Novels first published in the late 50's at the
beginning of the era referred to as the golden age
of lesbian paperback originals.
This month we're going to look at two

never been good, and Chris seeks

books first published in the late 1950's
at the beginning of an era known as the
"golden age of lesbian paperback

satisfaction on the weekends when

originals".
Chris by Randy Salem is about a the
beautiful Christopher Hamilton. Chris

Carol admires Chris and her work,and

writes scientific articles on marine life

terrible life with Dizz and into her own.

and is very successful in her career. For
the pastfour years,Chris has lived with
"Dizz". Their sexual relationship has

and is determined not to let her go.

Dizz is gone.On one drunken night,she
picks up Carol Martin.
soon finds herself falling in love. Carol

is determined to get Chris out of her
But Dizz knows her power over Chris
Even while she seeks to hold onto

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Chris, Dizz is letting herself become

live a life free of her commitment, but

more and more interested in George, a

knows she cannot. Then she meets

dapper young man who caters to her

Paula Temple.

every whim.

Paula is her nephew's finance. Paula
has agreed to marry Phil as a way to
escape from her family and her
alcoholic father. But,from the moment
Paula meets Phil's Aunt Byrne, she
feels she has found the key to true
happiness. Even with all odds working
against her, Paula is determined that

This book was first published in 1959
by Beacon Books and has been re

issued now by Naiad Press. The book
gives a bird's eye view of life as a
lesbian in the late 50's. Chris is a wellwritten, emotional love story even

though I found it to be a bit naive.
Everyone you meet as you read the
book is more or less understanding
about the gay life-style.
On the other hand. Three Women by

Byrne will come to love her and leave
the dark shadow- Greta behind.
Three Women is an PYrellpnt nnvp.l Ms.

March Hastings gives us a better idea of

Hastings has captured the essence of
new love,as well as,the desperation of

the scars that discrimination can leave.

a woman trapped by her past. I would

Three Women was also published in the
late 50's by Universal Publishing and
Distributing Company and re-appears
now courtesy of Naiad Press.
Byrne and Greta are tied together by a

recommend it to everyone.

terrible event in their childhood. Greta

is mentally-ill, and Byrne feels it is her
duty to care for Greta. Byrne longs to

Both Three Women and Chris are

available from Naiad Press, Inc, P.O.
Box 10543, Tallahassee, Ha 32302.
Please enclose 15% for postage and
handling. Complete catalogs are
available upon request

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Gharism
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Webster defines charisma as"a special
magnetic charm or appeal." Charisma

believed that the one who Idoks away

first is the loser.

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isn't looks.We'veall know people who
weren't particularly beautiful that had
thatspecial something that drew people
to them. Charisma isn't money or
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Charisma is a great asset but it may be
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Take the quiz below to find out!

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j

a. usually remember their |name and
other pertinent information !,f you meet

them again — no matter whp they are.
b.remember their name,etc.
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butonly if
they interest you.

;

c. always have to be introduced several

1. When someone is talking to you,
you:

times before you remembei" anyone's
name.

a.look them in the eyes,but notso much
as to make them uncomfortable.

b. have a hard time looking someone in

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3. When it comes to fashicfn, you:
a. make your own.

the eye, your attention wanders a bit.

b. more or less follow the tifends.

c. look at them hard, you've always

c. could care less.

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draws people to you. You make others
feel special when they are around you
and therefore people clamber to be a

4.In group situations you are usually:
a. the leader, even if not officially.

b. part of the group, but not in the lead
most of the time.

part of your circle. You are a good

c. just going along, you really aren't

listener and you carry yourself with
self-confidence. You truly enjoy life

fond of groups anyway.

and it shows!

5. When you go out to a bar, you:
a. have a large group of friends and are
always meeting more.
b. stay mainly with your group of
friends but sometimes acquire new
members.

9-18
You definitely have your charismatic
moments and that's just the way you

like it. you enjoy your fiends and would
always welcome another, but you

c. usually keep to yourself or with the
person you came with.

6. In your circle of friends and
acquaintances, you:
a. tend to be the one people always
come to for advice.

prefer to keep things small and
intimate.You are loyal and affectionate
and you like to take the time to get to
know people. Having women you ve
never seen flock around you every time

you walked into a social situation
would

b. don't feel you are qualified to give
much advice but will try if asked.
c. are usually in the background.

T. You consider yourself to be:
a. self-confident most of the time.
b. self-confident in some situations but

make

you

slightly

uncomfortable. There may be times
when you wish you were more

outgoing or self-confident but you are
basically happy just the way you are.

0-8
Charisma is not your strongest point.
Although you may be kind and lovable
once people get to know you, you tend
to be a bit off-putting at first. Learn to
laugh at yourself and work on really
listening when others talk. You'll find
yourself with more friends and a social

not in others.

c. supremely self-confident.

Scoring
Give yourself points as follows:

4 points for every A answer.
2 points for every B answer.
0 points for every C answer.

calendar that seems to fill itself!

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If you scored:

19-28
Charisma could be your middle name.
You have that magnetic quality that
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Dreaming
If nothing had happened
There would be no fear of love

or my constanf fear of uncertainty
I wouldn't have any problem with trust.
To have been seen and heard as a child

I wouldn't fear Insanity.
To be able to use al my senses
taste
smell

to see and to hear
to feel

without feeling the crazlness
or the fear of when the next memory
will appear.

the heart that knew no despair.
To be able to stand naked In the mirror
and love who and what I see.

To hear you say I love you
Without any doubt why
I would just accept and believe.

To be able to cry
v/ithout any gullf or any apology.
To say no
without the fear you will abandon me.

To be able to touch and hug
vvlthout the fear of secrecy.
To have been just a little girl,
without fear to be,

to be all grown up,
without wishing someday I still could be.

There would be no question about my Identity.
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oroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?

LIBRA
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
You may not be able to get out of a
family obligation during the first week
of October. Try to be available when
someone calls for your help. From the
9th thru the 16th

a romantic

companion may be looking for a more
permanent commitment. Think it over

recent misunderstanding between you
and a loved one can be cleared up. Sit
down and talk it out calmly and all will
be well.

SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 23-Dec 21)
You may be feeling insecure and
unsure of yourselfduring the Tirst week

carefully before taking the plunge.

of October. Make an effort to look on

From the 17th thru the 23rd follow

the bright side of everything. From the

your logic and not your emotions.
There may be alot of conflict going on
around you and you'll have to be on

9th thru the 16th don't give in to a

your toes to stay outof it. From the 24th

that could have terrible consequences.
From the 17th thru the 23rd you'll

thru the 31st you can accomplish alot
more and feel better about yourself if
you will take some time alone to get
your private affairs organized.

pushy friend. Stick to your guns and
don't let them talk you into something

need to get serious about straightening
out your finances. Study all your

options before you make any decisions.
From the 24th thru the 31st you won't

SCORPIO
(Oct 24ttt -Nov 22nd)
You could find yourself with a new
romantic interest during the first week

of October. Don't count on any plans

get far if you try to mix business with
pleasure. Keep socializing to a
minimum on thejob so you can finish a
tough assignment.

you ve made since last minute snags

CAPRICORN

could develop. From the 9th thru the
16th keep a secret that has been
entrusted to you. Someone you love

(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)
You may have a secret admirer
watching you from afar during the first

may make a decision that is strictly
private and you will lose their love and
trust if you reveal it.From the 17th thru

the 23rd you may be feeling
adventurous.Don't letanyone hold you
back, you can do almost anything right
now! From the 24th thru the 31st a

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weekofOctober.Getoutand socialize

and she Just might get up the guts to
approach you! From the 9th thru the
16th avoid getting sentimental aboutan
ex-lover. Time has a way of erasing
past hurts and makes you remember
only the good which could get you into

Property of the Center
hot water.From the 17th thru the 23rd

let your natural charm do its work.

you may need to change your mode of
operation on thejob. Step back and take
a good look at how you get things done
and then change them to make yourself

From the 24th thru the 31st you may

more efficient. From the 24th thru the

now. You'll have to buckle down and

31st some powerful influences are at
work on your behalf. Concentrate on

shape.

have to put your foot down about a
partner's spending habits. Bills have
piled up and they're all coming due

work hard to get back in good financial

realistic goals and you'll do great.

ARIES

AQUARIUS
(Jan 2(Hh - Feb 18th)

(Mar 21st-April 19)
A close relationship could be under alot

You'll have to work hard to keep your

of pressure during the first week of

attention focused on the task at hand
during the first week of October.

possible. From the 9th thru the 16th

October. You can find a peaceful
solution if you don't push so hard.From
the9th thru the 16th things at work are
calming down and you can enjoy some

be cautious about accepting an

great social activities. Get out and

invitation from someone who might be
trying to snowball you. Keep on your

enjoy yourself. From the 17th thru the

Eliminate as many distractions as

toes so you don't get taken. From the

17th thru the 23rd you may face a
minor disappointment Everything will
turn outfine if you wUlkeep your sense
of humor about the situation. From the

23rd don't let your emotions get the
better of your logic. Your feelings
could be super-sensitive so you might

put off making a big decision until
you've calmed down. From the 24th
thru the 31st you can move up on the

24th thru the 31st a trip out-of-town
could be on the agenda.Expensescould

job by staying cool while everyone

get out of hand if you don't limit

your first impressions.

yourself.

around you is losing their head. Trust

(Feb 19th-Mar 20th)

TAURUS
(April 20th-May 20th)
Be careful about basing your opinions

about a romantic matter during the first

on gossip that is making the rounds
during the first week of October. Get

PISCES
Don t let your emotions mislead you
week of October. Focus on other
interests to take your mind off the
situation. From the 9th thru the 16th a

friend you haven't seen in a long time is
back in your life. Take time to spend
with them and it could be just like old

more accurate information before

making a decision. From the 9th thru
the 16th a phone call or message could
bring you some very good news. Get
your personal affairs in order while
your feeling so good! From the 17th

times. From the 17th thru the 24th

thru the 23rd surround yourself with

don't be too forceful when trying to
gain another's affection. Back off and

and you'll have a wonderful week.You

happy people and pleasant activities

October 1989• Dinnensions•Page 31

may getsome dramatic news.From the
24th thru the 31st you could have a
feeling that you are being pushed along
without having much control on the

be feeling impatient and it could get
you in trouble. You'd be wise to listen
to the advice of someone older and
wiser.

job.Go with the flow,it's the best thing

LEO

right now.

GEMINI
(May 21st-June 21st)
You may want to take steps to slow
things down in a relationship that is
moving too fast for you during the first
week of October. From the 9th thru

the 16th you may have to put your
social plans on hold until a business

(July 23rd - August 22nd)
Don't be so quick to decide a romantic
interest is the love of your life during
the first week of October. You may
have misread a signal or mistaken your
partner's intentions. From the 9th thru
the 16th be sure you cover all bases at
work. Be patient and work slowly and
steadily to get the best results.From the

matter is worked out. This can be

17th thru the 23rd try to avoid

important to your future so don't put it

becoming involved in a dispute among
your family members. You're the
diplomat in this situation! From the

off. From the 17th thru the 23rd don't

get upset if someone seeks you out and
takes your attention away from a hobby
you enjoy. You should feel flattered
that your opinion is sought. From the
24th thru the 31st determination can

24th thru the 31st don't be fooled into

buying something from a fast-talking
salesman, investigate and compare
before making a decision.

take you far both at work and at home.
Projects you've been putting off will
getdone and you'11 still have time left to
play.

VIRGO
(August 23rd- Sept 22nd)

Don't be impatient about a relationship
during the first week of October. Your

CANCER
(June 22th - July 22th)
Be as honest with yourself as possible
about a relationship that is under stress

during the first week of October.
Talking things over calmly will help.
From the 9th thru the 16th others may
be demanding so much of your time
that you don't have any left for
yourself. Turn down an invitation if
you start feeling too rushed. From the
17th thru the 23rd nothing seems to go
as planned. Don't worry, snags won't
slow you down too much and
everything will work out in the end.

actions could ruin any chances you may
have had of making it work. From the
9th

thru the

16th

when

this

relationship takes on a more serious
tone, you may be surprised and

confused. Be honest about your
feelings. From the 17th thru the 23rd
you could be the most popular person in
your social circle this week. Enjoy all
the attention. From the 24th thru the

31st let your intuition be yoiu" guide in
a business matter. An interesting
adventure could be on the agenda.

From the 24th thru the 31st you may

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Irectory
A Listing of Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
ARLINGTON,TX (area code 817

Dallas Gay/Lesbian Historic Arctiives
4012-B Cedar Springs » 821-1653
Dallas Gay Youtti Group

organizations
Gay/Lesbian Association of UTA

300 Turtle Creek Plaza #116.307-7203
Dallas Outdoors
P.O. Box 35474 75235• 276-5270
Dallas Tavern Guild
3900 Lemmon Ave. #220• 526-5292

PO. Box 19348-77, UTA St, 76019
794-5140

AUSTIN. TX (area code 512)

Foundation for Human Understanding

clubs
Nexus/Petticoat Junction
401 & 401-B E. 2nd • 495-9553

528-4233

Gay/Lesbian Young Adults
528-4233

organizations

Grace Fellowstilp In Ctirist Jesus

Affirmation (Mettiodist)

2727 Oak Lawn 75219•528-2811
Lesbian Information Line (LIL)
P.O. Box 191443 75219• 528-2426
Lesbia/Gay Political Coalition
P.O. Box 224424 75222• 828-9882

7403 Shoal Creek • 451-2329
Austin Lambda
P.O. Box 5455 78763

Gay/Lesbian Student
Association at UT Austin •458-3971
Box 275 Texas Union 78712-7338

Lesbian Visionaries

P.O. Box 191443 75219•521-9642

Lesbian/Gay Rigtits Lobby

Metropiex Republicans

P.O. Box 2505 78768

P.O. Box 191033 75219.941-8114

Metropolitan Community Ctiurcti

Oak Lawn Community Services
3000 Turtle Creek Rozo,Suite 116

1100 Springdale Rd.• 929-3660
Oasis Ministry

75219-5311.520-8108

5555 N. Lamar Blvd. #L101 • 441-9191
People Helping People (PHP)

Oak Lawn Symptionic Band

P.O. Box 141021 78714.440-7669

Waterloo Counseling Center

Womyn Togettier
3920 Cedar Springs.528-4233

507 Powell 78703 • 322-9654
Texas Human Rigtits Foundation
2201 N. Lamar # 203 78705 • 479-8473
AIDS Legal Assistance 1-800-828-6417

organizations

P.O. Box 190973 75219.986-1751

DENTON,TX (area code 817)
COURAGE, Lesbian Gay Student Org.
c/o Student Activities Center

DALLAS, TX (area code 214)

P.O. Box 5067 76203.382-3813

businesses
Business Delivery Systems

n. WORTH (area code 817)

14902 Preston Rd. 75240 • 733-1108
Crossroads Market

organizations
Affirmation (Mettiodist).478-7837

3930 Cedar Springs
521-8919 or 1-800-992-6404

clubs

HOUSTON,TX (area code 713)

sue Ellen's
3903 Cedar Springs.559-0707
Desert Moon • 5903 Willis • 828-4471

clubs
Rancti.9125 S. Main.666-3464

organizations

organizations

AIDS Foundation

Affirmation (Mettiodist)
P.O. Box 225831 75222 • 948-1546

3400 Montrose #700.524-AIDS
AIDS HOTLINE

AIDS Resource Center

c/o Switchboard.529-3211
Gay/Lesbian Students

4012-B Cedar Springs 75219
Delias Gay Alliance

4012-B Cedar Springs 75219 .528-4233

October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 33

University of Houston

666 Broadway 4th Floor

4800 Calhioun • 529-3211

NY, NY 10012

Gay & Lesbian Switctiboard
P.O. Box 66591 77266 •529-3211

Houston Gay Political Caucus
P.O. Box 66664 77266 •521-1000

Kingdom Community Ctiurcti
614 E. 19fln.862-7533
Lambda ALANON
Lambda Center for Alchoholics
1214 Joanne • 521-9772

Lesbian/Gay Students
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area 77058

Montrose Pool League/Billiards
PJ 863-8482
PWA Coalition - Houston
3327 Essex Lane *623-4436

NORMAN,OK (area code 405)
organizations
Women's Resource Center

P.O. Box 5089 73070

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
(area code 405)

organizations
Oasis the Community Center
2135 NW 39th 73112 * 525-AiDS

Herland Sister Resources, Inc.
2312 NW 39th 73112 * 794-7464

Womynspace

SAN ANTONIO,TX (area code 512)

P.O. Box 980601 77098-0601
880-9517 or 521-0780

Clubs

Women's Softball League

The Circle
8021 Pinebrook • 341-2818

6431 Pineshade • 868-6256

organizations

LUBBOCK,TX (area code 806)
organizations
Lubbock Lesbian/Gay Alliance
P.O. Box 64746 79464 * 796-2403

Names Project/Lubtsock
796-1800 or 744-1957

Dignity/San Antonio
202 N.St. Marys * 349-3632
Integrity/San Antonio
P.O. Box 150006 78212 * 684-4920

River City Living Metropolitan
Community Church
202 Holland 78212 * 822-1121
LISA (Lesbian Information SA)
828-LiSA (5472)

SALGA - San Antonio Lesbian &. Gay
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Assembly * 733-7300

Affirmation: United Mettiodists for

San Antonio AIDS Foundation
P.O. Box 120113 78212-9313
San Antonio Tavern Guild • 822-2823

Lesbian/Gay Concerns
P.O. Box 1021 • Evanston, IL 60204
AIDS Action Council

729 Eighth St. S.E. Suite 200
Washington, DC 20003 *(202) 547-3101
AIDS 800 • 1-800-221-7044
Conference For Catholic Lesbians
P.O. Box 436, Planetarium Station
New York. New York 10024

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND,TX
(area code 512)
accomodations
Lyie's Deck • 120 E. Atoi St.
P.O. Box 2326 78597 * 761-LYLE

Ntl Gay Alliance for Young Adults,
Inc.P.O. Box 190426

Dallas, TX 75219-0426 .(214)307-7203

National Gay/Lesbian Clearinghouse
666 Broadway 4th Floor
NY, NY 10012

National Gay/Lesbian Crislsllne
1-800-SOS-GAYS

National Gay/Lesbian Task Force
1517 U Street NW

Washington D C. 20009 * 202-332-6483
The Fund for Human Dignity

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Surviving Incest

Editor's Note: Ms. Wright's poem,

"Dreaming",appears on page 29 ofthis

Dear Dimensions:

I have enclosed two poems I have
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title "Dreaming" is based on my
recovery as an incest survivor.I am not
sure if you print poems that deal with
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group of it's kind in the area.The group
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every 3 women are incest survivors. It
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and away my favorite. I especially
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happening.It happened so long ago,an
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'QWS
From Around the Region,the Country & the World

Judge Hampton to

hearing date.
"THRF received a call from Judge

Face Formal

Murray Lhis morning telling us of the
hearing date," said Bryan. "THRF is
anxious for the process to go forward.It
has been nearly nine months now since
THRF filed the original complaint
against Hampton,and over the summer
months I have had several personal

Public Hearing
Dallas - Judge Jack Hampton will face
formal public hearing set to begin on
October .16th in Dallas, based on

disciplinary proceedings started on
December 16th of last year when the
Texas Human Rights Foundation
(THRF) filed a sworn complaint

communications

with

the

Commission's staffand with the master

against Hampton with the Texas State

directly, urging that a trial date be set
soon, so that the disciplinary

Commission on Judicial Conduct.

proceedings would become public."

THRF initiated the disciplinary action
after

The

Dallas

Times

Herald

published an interview in which
Hampton expressed publicly his views
on his allegedly lenient sentencing ofa
Mesquite youth for the brutal

execution-style murder of two gay
men. Among other statements,
Hampton was reported to have said,
"These homosexuals by running
around on weekends picking up

teenage boys, they're asking for
trouble, they really are," and "I put

State law provides that all documents
filed with the Commission and all

proceedings remain confidential imtil
the formal hearing is convened by the
master. "THRF has been monitoring

this action very closely," said Bryan,
"sending a lawyer to the pre-hearing
conference held by the master in May
and responding to a request for help
from the Commission in developing
evidence. I have conveyed THRF's
concerns in the past several to the
master and to the Commission's staff

prostitutes and gays at about the same

over the fact that Hampton continues to

level. If these boys had picked up two

hold court without a resolution of these

prostitutes and taken them to the woods
and killed them I'd consider that a
similar case. And I'd be hard put to give

very serious charges against him,"
Bryan stated.

somebody life for killing a prostitute."

Hampton could be removed from office
if the evidence produced at the hearing

The formal hearing will be presided
over by the Honorable Robert R.

shows his actions violated the Code of

Murray,a retired court ofappealsjudge

that Hampton's statements violated the
Code by, among other things,
displaying a belief that punishment for
homocide may be conditioned on the
identity of the victim rather than the
nature criminal conduct; by rendering

in San Antonio, who was appointed on

May lOth of this year by the Texas
Supreme Courtas the master orjudge to
hear the case. THRF's legal director,

attorney David Bryan, expressed

Judicial Conduct. THRF has alleged

satisfaction with the setting of the
October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 7

the impression that heterosexual
murderers of gay men or lesbians
would be treated sympathetically in his
court; and by showing his inability to
preside impartially over cases in which
gay or lesbian individuals are involved.

Ben-Shalom, the 7th Circuit extends

the dangerous logic of Hardwick to say
it's o.k.to be gay,o.k. to say you're gay
and you favor gay rights, but that it's
not o.k. to act on one's sexual

orientation, not o.k. to live our lives

fully,

without

experiencing

discrimination."

Federal Appeals Court
Rejects Army Lesbian
Chicago - In the latest development in
lesbian Miriam Ben-Shalom's 13-year
battle to re-enlist in the U.S. Army
Reserves, the U.S. Federal Court of

Appeals for the Seventh Circuit ruled
on August 7th that the Army is not
required to re-enlist Ben-Shalom.

Justifying its decision in part on the
U.S.Supreme Court's ruling in Bowers
V. Hardwick, in which the court held

that states could regulate the rights of
gay people to engage in private, adult,
consensual sexual behavior, the coiut

Ben-Shalom began her legal battle in
1976, when she was discharged from
the Army Reserves because she

acknowledged her lesbianism to
reporters writing about her

appointment as one of the first two
women drill sergeants in the Army
Reserves. In earlier victories, lower
courts held that Ben-Shalom's First

Amendmentrights were violated by her

discharge,and thatthe Army regulation
denied to gay people equal protection
under the law because it penalized

personsfor their status as homosexu^s.
Hyde noted that the Gay & Lesbian
Military Freedom Project Coalition,
which NGLTF spearheads, will

in Ben-Shalom upheld the Army's

continue to pursue a Congressional

regulation discharging persons who
"engage in homosexual conduct, or

lesbian military policy. Hyde also
noted NGLTF's plans to hold a Military

who by their statements demonstrate a
propensity to engage in homosexual
conduct."

The new decision by a three-judge
p^el in Chicago reverses a lower

strategy to overturn the anti-gay/
Freedom demonstration at the White
House on November 10. The Gay and
Lesbian Military Freedom Project is a

district court ruling which had declared
the Army regulation unconstitutional

joint project of NGLTF, the National
Organization for Women, Women s
Equity Action League, National

and had ordered the Army to re-enlist

Lawyers Guild Military Law Task

Ben-Shalom. Ben-Shalom will appeal

Force, ACLU Gay and Lesbian Rights

to a full(en banc)panel of the Seventh

Project, Lambda Legal Defense and

Circuit Court of Appeals.

Education Fund,and Citizen Soldier.

Sue Hyde, Director of the Privacy
Project of the National Gay and
Lesbian Task Force (NGLTF), and

Gay Art Trashed by
Government

organizer of the Gay & Lesbian

Military Freedom Project Coalition,

Washington, D.C. - The Senate in late

condemned the court's decision.'The

July vote din favor of Senator Jesse

damage Hardwick did to the lives of

Helm's rider to a bill funding the

gay men and lesbians continues to

National Endowment for the Arts that
declares no Federal funds can go to

become clear with each new case. In

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"promote, disseminate, or produce

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from public television down to local

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Washington, D.C. - Submissions are
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anger, sadness, fear, survivor, quilt,
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characters.

and interactions with others close to the

Helms boasts he will "win every time"
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costumes on Friday, Saturday & Tuesday

NEXUS & PETTICOAT JUNCTION are

the 27th, 28th & 31st and join in the fun!

the places to look in Austin! Friday Happy
Hour in NEXUS is a great way to unwind
after a hard week - look for Nancy Ford on

Also, don't forget that comedian Nancy

Ford will be playing at the RANCH on
November 5th at 8pm,don't miss it!

the 6th, Denise Fawcett on the 13th, The

Therapy Sisters on the 20th and Lara

SAN ANTONIO - Be sure to come on out

Linette on the 27th.If you wantyourmoney

to the CIRCLE on October the 15th after

to go to a good cause, then check out

Gay Fiesta for an after the party, party!

NEXUS/PJ's on Sundays! Every Sunday is

Check at the bar for Fiesta details. Tuesday

a benefit starting with a Slave Sale hosted

Night Topics for

by Melanie for Ms.TGRA,to benefit ASA

Homophobia and/or Heterosexlsm on the

on the 8th,On the 15th the ALLGO Benefit

will feature "Chili", a Benefit Show for

3rd and Working In the Lesbian
Community with a focus on the Lesbian

October

are:

ASA hosted by Mary Baldree for Ms.

bartender on the 17th. On the 29th, come

TGRA happens on the 22nd and People
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out for the" Anything Goes"Talent Show
with a S100 First Prize(cash).The CIRCLE

happens on the 14th & 15th in the NEXUS

NEXUS is definitely the place to be! Check

is celebrating Halloween on Friday the 27th
with prizes for best costumes and drink
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that Thursday is Steak Night - your bring
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at the bar for details.

the rest - can't beat a deal like that!

HOUSTON - OK all you pool buffs out

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HOUSTON - KEYSTROKE &
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already won one of these weekly tourneys

Houston! KEYSTROKE is aonce-a-month

parking garage. Also, PHP Support
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you're looking for a Halloween Party,

there - remember the the RANCH has a pool

remember to show up on Sunday, October

blow-out party for women and friends and

29th for the Finals! On October 8th come

KEYSTROKE 2 happen every Friday

out to support the Survivors Softball team

and the new rugby team at a Benefit Show.

night in a intimate setting for those who
like their party's cozy. KEYSTROKE &

You can celebrate Halloween overandover

KEYSTROKE 2 are produced by Stop

at the RANCH this year! Wear your

Searching. Stop Searching is a private
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39th or you can call(405)521-9696.

workshops, retreats, concerts and other
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to go after work - check out SUE ELLEN's

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to get out for SUE ELLEN's Country &

Saturdays from 10pm to Midnight!Ifbeeris
your thing, you can get $1.50 "Swirls" on
Wednesdays, SI Frozen Margaritas and
Pool Toumament on Thursdays and $1

Western Night.It happens every Thursday
night! There's $1 Longnecks, $2 Coronas
and a Show starting at 10:30pm. Kathy
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Sunday night starting at 10pm. You'll see
Lisa Bryson, Cozy White and lots of
special guests!

Bloody Mary's and Screwdrivers from
noon to 4pm on Stmdays to help you recover
from Saturday Night!

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gnes

ear

Answers to your questions about love,
relationships & personal problems
Dear Agnes,
Let's hear itfor Denmark!I wasexcited

to read in last month's Dimensions they
will legalize gay and lesbian marriages
on October 1, 1989. Since straight
marriages performed in one country are
recognized in others, could this legal
tactic work with gay and lesbian
marriages performed in Denmark? If
so, what are their marriage laws and
procedures?

Already Packing!

often. She said it was nothing and that I
shouldn't worry, she could handle it.
She couldn't. Her drug habits have

gotten worse and worse. She can no
longer hold a job for very long and has
gone through our savings buying
"crank", cocaine, and various other
drugs.

I've tried to talk her into going into a
treatment center but she refuses. I don't

really want to leave,I still love her and
would like to see her get better, but I'm
notsure how much longer I can live like
this.

Dear Packing,
I hope you just packed and didn't
purchase non-refundable plane tickets
yet. According to the NationalLesbian/
Gay Task Force, gay marriages are not
legal here, and therefore will not be
recognized!

Dear Agnes,
Mine is a big problem and I'm not sure
what to do about it or even where to
start. See, my lover and I have been
together for ten years. About three
years ago she was layed off her job and
started drinking heavily. I really didn't
think anything about it because I
thoughtshe would be fine assoon as she
found woric.

Well, she found work and it did get
better, I thought. I discovered about a
year later that she had stepped up to
doing "speed" and was doing it fairly

Where do I turn now?

Victim of the "Drug War"
Austin,TX

Dear Drug War,

Call your local chapter of Alcoholics
Anonymous,Narcotics Anonymous or

some other twelve step group, and find

out whatthey have to offer for friends
and relatives of the addicted person

(Alanon is AA's version), and go!
Many larger cities have lesbian/gay
chapters, but if yours doesn t, don t be
put off- go anyway. A support group is
a must for your well being.
The mental anguish suffered by lovers,
family, and friends of people on drugs
leaves deep scars, guilt, and shattered
self esteem. We always tend to blame
ourselves. But it is important to

remember you did not make your lover
startdrinking or abusing drugs,and you

Page 14 • Dimensions • October 1989

cannot make her stop. The only way a
person can get sober and stay sober is if
they want to.

If you cannot bring yourself to go to a
support group, I strongly urge you to

get private counseling for yourself.
Gck^ luck and my thoughts are with
you.

Dear Fringe,
Nine to one against! Odds are even with
your consent; you will default to your
second decision.

We never get beyond a new face
catching our fancy. It's what we do
about that fancy that counts. Sleeping
with someone outside the primary
relationship generally opens a can of

Dear Agnes,

worms,much like Pandora's box,once

My lover and I have been together for
five years. They have been five of the

the lid is open it cannot be closed.

<S

best for me. We both have good jobs

and mostly we stay to ourselves.
However,there is a girl my lover is just
totally in lust with. This all started
about three months ago. We have been

fighting alot lately and I am hinging
between telling her to go get this thing

Write To Dear Agnes

out of her system... That's one side of

With Your Problems or

me. The other side wants to tell her if

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she sleeps with this b

that's it Hit

the road.

What are the odds of us working out if
I let her go?

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What does

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meon to you?

Are you best friends? Enemies? Do
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Even as a child, Stephanie realized
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game with the two women.
THE

CRYSTAL CURTAIN
by Sandy Doyar

one another . . . or have you lost

contact? Through dozens of per

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charted the course that a break-up

may take. She shows how the end of
a relationship can provide a time for

important personal growth, and

how former lovers can also sei^e as

the foundation for new forms ol

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Boston, MA 02118

Managing

Your
Money
by Cameron Taylor

Money! One of the most talked about

subjects. And generally in a negative
way. "I'm broke!" "1 don't have the
money to go out this weekend."
Money, like power in our society, is
often viewed in a negative light.

There is a very simple way to look at
money! You can manage your money.
Or-it will manage vou.on a day to day

basis. The next time you are hustling to

pay the rent or find the extra hundred
bucks that you need to buy a

washer, and out comes the old credit
card... Stop and think; are you

managing your money or is it managing
you?

Well....unfortunately, your money is

managing you! So what can you do to
take control for yourself?

October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 17

Savings )

for investment

A saving account or money market
fund is the safest investment you can

Save! Now don't let that word turn you
off—itdoes mostpeople! But the only

make,but they do not offer the highest
return on your money. Once again, be

way to effectively manage your money
is to save and invest. It is that simple.
But, you say, "after I pay bills I'm
broke, there's nothing left to save."
Well look at it like this, if you are outof
a job tomorrow and don't have any
money in savings, what are you going
to live on? Unemployment? A
relative's money? Friends?

sure the bank has FDIC insurance.

Banks can go out of business overnight
- especially in Texas.
The first investment to consider is your

employer's stock plan. Employers
generally offer to match part of your
money.(YouputinaSl andtheyputin
250 or 500.) Be sure your company is
financially sound, has good

The most effective way to save is by a
direct deduction from your paycheck to
a savings account, bank, or credit

management and check your stock
report every quarter for accurate

union. Be certain whatever institution

investment, but the potential for profit

bookkeeping.There is risk in any stock

you choose is FDIC insured. Five or ten

make stocks an attractive option.

dollars is an excellent start, and when

EE(Government)Saving Bonds are an
excellent savings option. They can be

you receive a raise or pay off a bill,
increase the amount you pay to savings.
Saving is like paving vourselfinstead of

purchased through payroll deductions
or from most banks. They earn interest

everybody else. ,

on competitive rates and there are no

Consider two savings accounts. One

state or local taxes. You do not have to

account for emergency money - you
should have enough money in this

pay federal taxes until you cash the

account to cover all essentials for three,

half their face value(a $50 bond costs

bonds in.You purchase saving bonds at

to six months. Add to this account for

you $25). You must hold the saving

things you want for the house and car,

bonds 6 months before you can take
them to the bank and cash them in. To

such as; stereos, tvs, etc.. Use this
account for purchases that you would
otherwise make with credit cards.

get the face value ofthe bond(S50),you
must hold them 12 years. (If you

purchase a $25 bond each month in a
year you will have $300 [$600 face

iNVESfTMENT)
The other account will be investment

money. To many people, the word

value] OR in 10 years $3000 [$6000
face value]) Most employer plans will
let you deduct any amount for saving
bonds(even $3 or $4 a pay check). EE

investment means risk or that you can't

bonds are a safe investment,backed by
the U.S. government.

get to your money for many years
without a penalty. Now,this can be true

Consider investing in a mutual fund.

in some instances, but there are many

Here's how it works: you put your

relatively safe places to put your money

money in the fund and in turn, it is

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invested in a diversified list ofstocks or

bonds chosen by the fund managers.
They move your money among various
stocks and bonds to get you the best
return. You are buying shares in the
fund. Look for a no-load mutual fund.

No load funds do not charge fees or
commissions.There are many different
funds, and there are risks involved.

Don't let anyone sell you a fund over
the phone. Money magazine is an

for cards carefully and choose the lower
interest rate, and annual fee. Close

accounts that you are not using, but

paying annual fees on. These cards are
costing you money each time you pay
the fee,and it only takes two or three to

add up to a hundred dollars a year.Also,
the tax deduction is being phased out
for credit cards, so pay cash whenever

possible.

excellent source of information for

investing and there are toll free phone
numbers for mutual funds, banks,

We live in an instant gratification

stocks, etc... Call for a financial report
and stick to the top performing funds.

society - when we want something we
want it now - today. For this instant

You will need S500 to a SIOOO dollars

purchase power, we end up paying the

to get you started in mutual funds.
Remember that an investment is

banks and credit card companies
hundreds of dollars each year. Learn to
save your money! Learn to manage

something that goes up in value over

your money! It takes time,but it is well

time; it makes you money.CDs,money

worth the time and trouble.It feels good

marketfunds,stocks,bonds,real estate,

to pay cash and pocket that money that

and collectibles are all investments.
Some are riskier than others and some

hard earned dollars.

you had been giving to the bank - ygUI

will bring a bigger return,so be careful
and be sure you know and understand

all the facts before you plunge in.
Cars,tvs,stereos,furniture,etc.. are not

an investment They cost you money
that can never be recouped. Yes, you
can resell them,butonly at a fraction of
what you paid, they do not go up in
value.

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hat A World,
hat A World!
Make A Wish
by Nancy Ford

A funny thing happened to me on the
way to domestic tranquility. It was one

of those grey,rainy, silent afternoons the kind of afternoon during which one
can go quite contentedly for hours
without hearing the sound of a another
human voice. You know the kind - a

perfect, interruption-less afternoon
which creatively- motivated people,
particularly writers,cherish. Minimum

distraction

yields

maximum

concentration, you see. Kind of like
being the Vice President.

When my Significant other arrived
home that evening, it became crystal
clear that one woman's'No big deal',is
very often another woman's 'Dear
God, What have you done to this
house?" - followed by - if you don't put
that couch back where it belongs, plan
on sleeping on it tonight.
Well. All this aversion to change came
as quite a surprise. Up until this point,
based on a number of past, pleasant
experiences, I'd come to believe that

my Honey was at least, well,flexible.If

As would any good and true writer

only I'd known - if only I'd been

worthy of her craft, I spent the
afternoon rearranging furniture.
No major rearranging occurred, mind

cautioned that it was so important to her

you.No big deal.Justslide thatloveseat
over here, angle that coffee table over
there, move the electronics from one
comer to the other. No big deal. No
walls were knocked down. I have

the 200-pound potted plant in front of

that our, furniture have a sense of
permanency -1 would have gladly left
that same window until it sprouted
roots into the carpet.

But not to worry. Eventually we

neither the constitution nor the patience
for renovation. If it's not permanent

compromised, kissed, and made up.
Happy Ending. But the fact remains
that an ounce of prevention is worth the

press or requires the strength of more
than one person to move it, it has no
place in my life.

a pound of cure, unless, of course, the
cure is only readily available in

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Mexico. In that event, an ounce of

prevention is worth the price of a bus

▼ Never, ever rearrange the

ticket to Matamoros.

Therefore, the following guide has
been compiled to warn you of The
Little Things that can lead to trouble in
paradise for too many lovemates.
Simply clip and magnet them to your
refrigerator between the pizza coupons
and the hurricane tracking chart.
Purchase toothpaste in the nuevo

furniture.

Nancy Ford's column.
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What A World,
oppeors every

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from the end can be springboards to
tragedy when PMS levels run high.
Private,funny little nicknames for

each other mean absolutely nothing to
the rest of the world, except as* a
substitute purgative,and should remain
private for exactly that reason.

'^F JustSay No to ex-lovers,no matter
what the request may be.

^F Do not use pins that represent past
achievement or the memory of a loved

nancy ford
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the

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A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old

This month, T. Sumner Reviews:

Chris
by Randy Salem

Hastings
Two Novels first published in the late 50's at the
beginning of the era referred to as the golden age
of lesbian paperback originals.
This month we're going to look at two

never been good, and Chris seeks

books first published in the late 1950's
at the beginning of an era known as the
"golden age of lesbian paperback

satisfaction on the weekends when

originals".
Chris by Randy Salem is about a the
beautiful Christopher Hamilton. Chris

Carol admires Chris and her work,and

writes scientific articles on marine life

terrible life with Dizz and into her own.

and is very successful in her career. For
the pastfour years,Chris has lived with
"Dizz". Their sexual relationship has

and is determined not to let her go.

Dizz is gone.On one drunken night,she
picks up Carol Martin.
soon finds herself falling in love. Carol

is determined to get Chris out of her
But Dizz knows her power over Chris
Even while she seeks to hold onto

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Chris, Dizz is letting herself become

live a life free of her commitment, but

more and more interested in George, a

knows she cannot. Then she meets

dapper young man who caters to her

Paula Temple.

every whim.

Paula is her nephew's finance. Paula
has agreed to marry Phil as a way to
escape from her family and her
alcoholic father. But,from the moment
Paula meets Phil's Aunt Byrne, she
feels she has found the key to true
happiness. Even with all odds working
against her, Paula is determined that

This book was first published in 1959
by Beacon Books and has been re

issued now by Naiad Press. The book
gives a bird's eye view of life as a
lesbian in the late 50's. Chris is a wellwritten, emotional love story even

though I found it to be a bit naive.
Everyone you meet as you read the
book is more or less understanding
about the gay life-style.
On the other hand. Three Women by

Byrne will come to love her and leave
the dark shadow- Greta behind.
Three Women is an PYrellpnt nnvp.l Ms.

March Hastings gives us a better idea of

Hastings has captured the essence of
new love,as well as,the desperation of

the scars that discrimination can leave.

a woman trapped by her past. I would

Three Women was also published in the
late 50's by Universal Publishing and
Distributing Company and re-appears
now courtesy of Naiad Press.
Byrne and Greta are tied together by a

recommend it to everyone.

terrible event in their childhood. Greta

is mentally-ill, and Byrne feels it is her
duty to care for Greta. Byrne longs to

Both Three Women and Chris are

available from Naiad Press, Inc, P.O.
Box 10543, Tallahassee, Ha 32302.
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Gharism
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Webster defines charisma as"a special
magnetic charm or appeal." Charisma

believed that the one who Idoks away

first is the loser.

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isn't looks.We'veall know people who
weren't particularly beautiful that had
thatspecial something that drew people
to them. Charisma isn't money or
power - just look at George Bush.
Charisma is a great asset but it may be
hard to develop. Are you charismatic?
Take the quiz below to find out!

2. When you meet someohe for the
first time, you:

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a. usually remember their |name and
other pertinent information !,f you meet

them again — no matter whp they are.
b.remember their name,etc.
|
butonly if
they interest you.

;

c. always have to be introduced several

1. When someone is talking to you,
you:

times before you remembei" anyone's
name.

a.look them in the eyes,but notso much
as to make them uncomfortable.

b. have a hard time looking someone in

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I

3. When it comes to fashicfn, you:
a. make your own.

the eye, your attention wanders a bit.

b. more or less follow the tifends.

c. look at them hard, you've always

c. could care less.

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draws people to you. You make others
feel special when they are around you
and therefore people clamber to be a

4.In group situations you are usually:
a. the leader, even if not officially.

b. part of the group, but not in the lead
most of the time.

part of your circle. You are a good

c. just going along, you really aren't

listener and you carry yourself with
self-confidence. You truly enjoy life

fond of groups anyway.

and it shows!

5. When you go out to a bar, you:
a. have a large group of friends and are
always meeting more.
b. stay mainly with your group of
friends but sometimes acquire new
members.

9-18
You definitely have your charismatic
moments and that's just the way you

like it. you enjoy your fiends and would
always welcome another, but you

c. usually keep to yourself or with the
person you came with.

6. In your circle of friends and
acquaintances, you:
a. tend to be the one people always
come to for advice.

prefer to keep things small and
intimate.You are loyal and affectionate
and you like to take the time to get to
know people. Having women you ve
never seen flock around you every time

you walked into a social situation
would

b. don't feel you are qualified to give
much advice but will try if asked.
c. are usually in the background.

T. You consider yourself to be:
a. self-confident most of the time.
b. self-confident in some situations but

make

you

slightly

uncomfortable. There may be times
when you wish you were more

outgoing or self-confident but you are
basically happy just the way you are.

0-8
Charisma is not your strongest point.
Although you may be kind and lovable
once people get to know you, you tend
to be a bit off-putting at first. Learn to
laugh at yourself and work on really
listening when others talk. You'll find
yourself with more friends and a social

not in others.

c. supremely self-confident.

Scoring
Give yourself points as follows:

4 points for every A answer.
2 points for every B answer.
0 points for every C answer.

calendar that seems to fill itself!

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If you scored:

19-28
Charisma could be your middle name.
You have that magnetic quality that
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jjbIjy
Dreaming
If nothing had happened
There would be no fear of love

or my constanf fear of uncertainty
I wouldn't have any problem with trust.
To have been seen and heard as a child

I wouldn't fear Insanity.
To be able to use al my senses
taste
smell

to see and to hear
to feel

without feeling the crazlness
or the fear of when the next memory
will appear.

the heart that knew no despair.
To be able to stand naked In the mirror
and love who and what I see.

To hear you say I love you
Without any doubt why
I would just accept and believe.

To be able to cry
v/ithout any gullf or any apology.
To say no
without the fear you will abandon me.

To be able to touch and hug
vvlthout the fear of secrecy.
To have been just a little girl,
without fear to be,

to be all grown up,
without wishing someday I still could be.

There would be no question about my Identity.
Kim Wright
-Houston, TX

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oroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?

LIBRA
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
You may not be able to get out of a
family obligation during the first week
of October. Try to be available when
someone calls for your help. From the
9th thru the 16th

a romantic

companion may be looking for a more
permanent commitment. Think it over

recent misunderstanding between you
and a loved one can be cleared up. Sit
down and talk it out calmly and all will
be well.

SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 23-Dec 21)
You may be feeling insecure and
unsure of yourselfduring the Tirst week

carefully before taking the plunge.

of October. Make an effort to look on

From the 17th thru the 23rd follow

the bright side of everything. From the

your logic and not your emotions.
There may be alot of conflict going on
around you and you'll have to be on

9th thru the 16th don't give in to a

your toes to stay outof it. From the 24th

that could have terrible consequences.
From the 17th thru the 23rd you'll

thru the 31st you can accomplish alot
more and feel better about yourself if
you will take some time alone to get
your private affairs organized.

pushy friend. Stick to your guns and
don't let them talk you into something

need to get serious about straightening
out your finances. Study all your

options before you make any decisions.
From the 24th thru the 31st you won't

SCORPIO
(Oct 24ttt -Nov 22nd)
You could find yourself with a new
romantic interest during the first week

of October. Don't count on any plans

get far if you try to mix business with
pleasure. Keep socializing to a
minimum on thejob so you can finish a
tough assignment.

you ve made since last minute snags

CAPRICORN

could develop. From the 9th thru the
16th keep a secret that has been
entrusted to you. Someone you love

(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)
You may have a secret admirer
watching you from afar during the first

may make a decision that is strictly
private and you will lose their love and
trust if you reveal it.From the 17th thru

the 23rd you may be feeling
adventurous.Don't letanyone hold you
back, you can do almost anything right
now! From the 24th thru the 31st a

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weekofOctober.Getoutand socialize

and she Just might get up the guts to
approach you! From the 9th thru the
16th avoid getting sentimental aboutan
ex-lover. Time has a way of erasing
past hurts and makes you remember
only the good which could get you into

Property of the Center
hot water.From the 17th thru the 23rd

let your natural charm do its work.

you may need to change your mode of
operation on thejob. Step back and take
a good look at how you get things done
and then change them to make yourself

From the 24th thru the 31st you may

more efficient. From the 24th thru the

now. You'll have to buckle down and

31st some powerful influences are at
work on your behalf. Concentrate on

shape.

have to put your foot down about a
partner's spending habits. Bills have
piled up and they're all coming due

work hard to get back in good financial

realistic goals and you'll do great.

ARIES

AQUARIUS
(Jan 2(Hh - Feb 18th)

(Mar 21st-April 19)
A close relationship could be under alot

You'll have to work hard to keep your

of pressure during the first week of

attention focused on the task at hand
during the first week of October.

possible. From the 9th thru the 16th

October. You can find a peaceful
solution if you don't push so hard.From
the9th thru the 16th things at work are
calming down and you can enjoy some

be cautious about accepting an

great social activities. Get out and

invitation from someone who might be
trying to snowball you. Keep on your

enjoy yourself. From the 17th thru the

Eliminate as many distractions as

toes so you don't get taken. From the

17th thru the 23rd you may face a
minor disappointment Everything will
turn outfine if you wUlkeep your sense
of humor about the situation. From the

23rd don't let your emotions get the
better of your logic. Your feelings
could be super-sensitive so you might

put off making a big decision until
you've calmed down. From the 24th
thru the 31st you can move up on the

24th thru the 31st a trip out-of-town
could be on the agenda.Expensescould

job by staying cool while everyone

get out of hand if you don't limit

your first impressions.

yourself.

around you is losing their head. Trust

(Feb 19th-Mar 20th)

TAURUS
(April 20th-May 20th)
Be careful about basing your opinions

about a romantic matter during the first

on gossip that is making the rounds
during the first week of October. Get

PISCES
Don t let your emotions mislead you
week of October. Focus on other
interests to take your mind off the
situation. From the 9th thru the 16th a

friend you haven't seen in a long time is
back in your life. Take time to spend
with them and it could be just like old

more accurate information before

making a decision. From the 9th thru
the 16th a phone call or message could
bring you some very good news. Get
your personal affairs in order while
your feeling so good! From the 17th

times. From the 17th thru the 24th

thru the 23rd surround yourself with

don't be too forceful when trying to
gain another's affection. Back off and

and you'll have a wonderful week.You

happy people and pleasant activities

October 1989• Dinnensions•Page 31

may getsome dramatic news.From the
24th thru the 31st you could have a
feeling that you are being pushed along
without having much control on the

be feeling impatient and it could get
you in trouble. You'd be wise to listen
to the advice of someone older and
wiser.

job.Go with the flow,it's the best thing

LEO

right now.

GEMINI
(May 21st-June 21st)
You may want to take steps to slow
things down in a relationship that is
moving too fast for you during the first
week of October. From the 9th thru

the 16th you may have to put your
social plans on hold until a business

(July 23rd - August 22nd)
Don't be so quick to decide a romantic
interest is the love of your life during
the first week of October. You may
have misread a signal or mistaken your
partner's intentions. From the 9th thru
the 16th be sure you cover all bases at
work. Be patient and work slowly and
steadily to get the best results.From the

matter is worked out. This can be

17th thru the 23rd try to avoid

important to your future so don't put it

becoming involved in a dispute among
your family members. You're the
diplomat in this situation! From the

off. From the 17th thru the 23rd don't

get upset if someone seeks you out and
takes your attention away from a hobby
you enjoy. You should feel flattered
that your opinion is sought. From the
24th thru the 31st determination can

24th thru the 31st don't be fooled into

buying something from a fast-talking
salesman, investigate and compare
before making a decision.

take you far both at work and at home.
Projects you've been putting off will
getdone and you'11 still have time left to
play.

VIRGO
(August 23rd- Sept 22nd)

Don't be impatient about a relationship
during the first week of October. Your

CANCER
(June 22th - July 22th)
Be as honest with yourself as possible
about a relationship that is under stress

during the first week of October.
Talking things over calmly will help.
From the 9th thru the 16th others may
be demanding so much of your time
that you don't have any left for
yourself. Turn down an invitation if
you start feeling too rushed. From the
17th thru the 23rd nothing seems to go
as planned. Don't worry, snags won't
slow you down too much and
everything will work out in the end.

actions could ruin any chances you may
have had of making it work. From the
9th

thru the

16th

when

this

relationship takes on a more serious
tone, you may be surprised and

confused. Be honest about your
feelings. From the 17th thru the 23rd
you could be the most popular person in
your social circle this week. Enjoy all
the attention. From the 24th thru the

31st let your intuition be yoiu" guide in
a business matter. An interesting
adventure could be on the agenda.

From the 24th thru the 31st you may

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Irectory
A Listing of Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
ARLINGTON,TX (area code 817

Dallas Gay/Lesbian Historic Arctiives
4012-B Cedar Springs » 821-1653
Dallas Gay Youtti Group

organizations
Gay/Lesbian Association of UTA

300 Turtle Creek Plaza #116.307-7203
Dallas Outdoors
P.O. Box 35474 75235• 276-5270
Dallas Tavern Guild
3900 Lemmon Ave. #220• 526-5292

PO. Box 19348-77, UTA St, 76019
794-5140

AUSTIN. TX (area code 512)

Foundation for Human Understanding

clubs
Nexus/Petticoat Junction
401 & 401-B E. 2nd • 495-9553

528-4233

Gay/Lesbian Young Adults
528-4233

organizations

Grace Fellowstilp In Ctirist Jesus

Affirmation (Mettiodist)

2727 Oak Lawn 75219•528-2811
Lesbian Information Line (LIL)
P.O. Box 191443 75219• 528-2426
Lesbia/Gay Political Coalition
P.O. Box 224424 75222• 828-9882

7403 Shoal Creek • 451-2329
Austin Lambda
P.O. Box 5455 78763

Gay/Lesbian Student
Association at UT Austin •458-3971
Box 275 Texas Union 78712-7338

Lesbian Visionaries

P.O. Box 191443 75219•521-9642

Lesbian/Gay Rigtits Lobby

Metropiex Republicans

P.O. Box 2505 78768

P.O. Box 191033 75219.941-8114

Metropolitan Community Ctiurcti

Oak Lawn Community Services
3000 Turtle Creek Rozo,Suite 116

1100 Springdale Rd.• 929-3660
Oasis Ministry

75219-5311.520-8108

5555 N. Lamar Blvd. #L101 • 441-9191
People Helping People (PHP)

Oak Lawn Symptionic Band

P.O. Box 141021 78714.440-7669

Waterloo Counseling Center

Womyn Togettier
3920 Cedar Springs.528-4233

507 Powell 78703 • 322-9654
Texas Human Rigtits Foundation
2201 N. Lamar # 203 78705 • 479-8473
AIDS Legal Assistance 1-800-828-6417

organizations

P.O. Box 190973 75219.986-1751

DENTON,TX (area code 817)
COURAGE, Lesbian Gay Student Org.
c/o Student Activities Center

DALLAS, TX (area code 214)

P.O. Box 5067 76203.382-3813

businesses
Business Delivery Systems

n. WORTH (area code 817)

14902 Preston Rd. 75240 • 733-1108
Crossroads Market

organizations
Affirmation (Mettiodist).478-7837

3930 Cedar Springs
521-8919 or 1-800-992-6404

clubs

HOUSTON,TX (area code 713)

sue Ellen's
3903 Cedar Springs.559-0707
Desert Moon • 5903 Willis • 828-4471

clubs
Rancti.9125 S. Main.666-3464

organizations

organizations

AIDS Foundation

Affirmation (Mettiodist)
P.O. Box 225831 75222 • 948-1546

3400 Montrose #700.524-AIDS
AIDS HOTLINE

AIDS Resource Center

c/o Switchboard.529-3211
Gay/Lesbian Students

4012-B Cedar Springs 75219
Delias Gay Alliance

4012-B Cedar Springs 75219 .528-4233

October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 33

University of Houston

666 Broadway 4th Floor

4800 Calhioun • 529-3211

NY, NY 10012

Gay & Lesbian Switctiboard
P.O. Box 66591 77266 •529-3211

Houston Gay Political Caucus
P.O. Box 66664 77266 •521-1000

Kingdom Community Ctiurcti
614 E. 19fln.862-7533
Lambda ALANON
Lambda Center for Alchoholics
1214 Joanne • 521-9772

Lesbian/Gay Students
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area 77058

Montrose Pool League/Billiards
PJ 863-8482
PWA Coalition - Houston
3327 Essex Lane *623-4436

NORMAN,OK (area code 405)
organizations
Women's Resource Center

P.O. Box 5089 73070

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
(area code 405)

organizations
Oasis the Community Center
2135 NW 39th 73112 * 525-AiDS

Herland Sister Resources, Inc.
2312 NW 39th 73112 * 794-7464

Womynspace

SAN ANTONIO,TX (area code 512)

P.O. Box 980601 77098-0601
880-9517 or 521-0780

Clubs

Women's Softball League

The Circle
8021 Pinebrook • 341-2818

6431 Pineshade • 868-6256

organizations

LUBBOCK,TX (area code 806)
organizations
Lubbock Lesbian/Gay Alliance
P.O. Box 64746 79464 * 796-2403

Names Project/Lubtsock
796-1800 or 744-1957

Dignity/San Antonio
202 N.St. Marys * 349-3632
Integrity/San Antonio
P.O. Box 150006 78212 * 684-4920

River City Living Metropolitan
Community Church
202 Holland 78212 * 822-1121
LISA (Lesbian Information SA)
828-LiSA (5472)

SALGA - San Antonio Lesbian &. Gay
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Assembly * 733-7300

Affirmation: United Mettiodists for

San Antonio AIDS Foundation
P.O. Box 120113 78212-9313
San Antonio Tavern Guild • 822-2823

Lesbian/Gay Concerns
P.O. Box 1021 • Evanston, IL 60204
AIDS Action Council

729 Eighth St. S.E. Suite 200
Washington, DC 20003 *(202) 547-3101
AIDS 800 • 1-800-221-7044
Conference For Catholic Lesbians
P.O. Box 436, Planetarium Station
New York. New York 10024

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND,TX
(area code 512)
accomodations
Lyie's Deck • 120 E. Atoi St.
P.O. Box 2326 78597 * 761-LYLE

Ntl Gay Alliance for Young Adults,
Inc.P.O. Box 190426

Dallas, TX 75219-0426 .(214)307-7203

National Gay/Lesbian Clearinghouse
666 Broadway 4th Floor
NY, NY 10012

National Gay/Lesbian Crislsllne
1-800-SOS-GAYS

National Gay/Lesbian Task Force
1517 U Street NW

Washington D C. 20009 * 202-332-6483
The Fund for Human Dignity

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Surviving Incest

Editor's Note: Ms. Wright's poem,

"Dreaming",appears on page 29 ofthis

Dear Dimensions:

I have enclosed two poems I have
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group of it's kind in the area.The group
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every 3 women are incest survivors. It
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'QWS
From Around the Region,the Country & the World

Judge Hampton to

hearing date.
"THRF received a call from Judge

Face Formal

Murray Lhis morning telling us of the
hearing date," said Bryan. "THRF is
anxious for the process to go forward.It
has been nearly nine months now since
THRF filed the original complaint
against Hampton,and over the summer
months I have had several personal

Public Hearing
Dallas - Judge Jack Hampton will face
formal public hearing set to begin on
October .16th in Dallas, based on

disciplinary proceedings started on
December 16th of last year when the
Texas Human Rights Foundation
(THRF) filed a sworn complaint

communications

with

the

Commission's staffand with the master

against Hampton with the Texas State

directly, urging that a trial date be set
soon, so that the disciplinary

Commission on Judicial Conduct.

proceedings would become public."

THRF initiated the disciplinary action
after

The

Dallas

Times

Herald

published an interview in which
Hampton expressed publicly his views
on his allegedly lenient sentencing ofa
Mesquite youth for the brutal

execution-style murder of two gay
men. Among other statements,
Hampton was reported to have said,
"These homosexuals by running
around on weekends picking up

teenage boys, they're asking for
trouble, they really are," and "I put

State law provides that all documents
filed with the Commission and all

proceedings remain confidential imtil
the formal hearing is convened by the
master. "THRF has been monitoring

this action very closely," said Bryan,
"sending a lawyer to the pre-hearing
conference held by the master in May
and responding to a request for help
from the Commission in developing
evidence. I have conveyed THRF's
concerns in the past several to the
master and to the Commission's staff

prostitutes and gays at about the same

over the fact that Hampton continues to

level. If these boys had picked up two

hold court without a resolution of these

prostitutes and taken them to the woods
and killed them I'd consider that a
similar case. And I'd be hard put to give

very serious charges against him,"
Bryan stated.

somebody life for killing a prostitute."

Hampton could be removed from office
if the evidence produced at the hearing

The formal hearing will be presided
over by the Honorable Robert R.

shows his actions violated the Code of

Murray,a retired court ofappealsjudge

that Hampton's statements violated the
Code by, among other things,
displaying a belief that punishment for
homocide may be conditioned on the
identity of the victim rather than the
nature criminal conduct; by rendering

in San Antonio, who was appointed on

May lOth of this year by the Texas
Supreme Courtas the master orjudge to
hear the case. THRF's legal director,

attorney David Bryan, expressed

Judicial Conduct. THRF has alleged

satisfaction with the setting of the
October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 7

the impression that heterosexual
murderers of gay men or lesbians
would be treated sympathetically in his
court; and by showing his inability to
preside impartially over cases in which
gay or lesbian individuals are involved.

Ben-Shalom, the 7th Circuit extends

the dangerous logic of Hardwick to say
it's o.k.to be gay,o.k. to say you're gay
and you favor gay rights, but that it's
not o.k. to act on one's sexual

orientation, not o.k. to live our lives

fully,

without

experiencing

discrimination."

Federal Appeals Court
Rejects Army Lesbian
Chicago - In the latest development in
lesbian Miriam Ben-Shalom's 13-year
battle to re-enlist in the U.S. Army
Reserves, the U.S. Federal Court of

Appeals for the Seventh Circuit ruled
on August 7th that the Army is not
required to re-enlist Ben-Shalom.

Justifying its decision in part on the
U.S.Supreme Court's ruling in Bowers
V. Hardwick, in which the court held

that states could regulate the rights of
gay people to engage in private, adult,
consensual sexual behavior, the coiut

Ben-Shalom began her legal battle in
1976, when she was discharged from
the Army Reserves because she

acknowledged her lesbianism to
reporters writing about her

appointment as one of the first two
women drill sergeants in the Army
Reserves. In earlier victories, lower
courts held that Ben-Shalom's First

Amendmentrights were violated by her

discharge,and thatthe Army regulation
denied to gay people equal protection
under the law because it penalized

personsfor their status as homosexu^s.
Hyde noted that the Gay & Lesbian
Military Freedom Project Coalition,
which NGLTF spearheads, will

in Ben-Shalom upheld the Army's

continue to pursue a Congressional

regulation discharging persons who
"engage in homosexual conduct, or

lesbian military policy. Hyde also
noted NGLTF's plans to hold a Military

who by their statements demonstrate a
propensity to engage in homosexual
conduct."

The new decision by a three-judge
p^el in Chicago reverses a lower

strategy to overturn the anti-gay/
Freedom demonstration at the White
House on November 10. The Gay and
Lesbian Military Freedom Project is a

district court ruling which had declared
the Army regulation unconstitutional

joint project of NGLTF, the National
Organization for Women, Women s
Equity Action League, National

and had ordered the Army to re-enlist

Lawyers Guild Military Law Task

Ben-Shalom. Ben-Shalom will appeal

Force, ACLU Gay and Lesbian Rights

to a full(en banc)panel of the Seventh

Project, Lambda Legal Defense and

Circuit Court of Appeals.

Education Fund,and Citizen Soldier.

Sue Hyde, Director of the Privacy
Project of the National Gay and
Lesbian Task Force (NGLTF), and

Gay Art Trashed by
Government

organizer of the Gay & Lesbian

Military Freedom Project Coalition,

Washington, D.C. - The Senate in late

condemned the court's decision.'The

July vote din favor of Senator Jesse

damage Hardwick did to the lives of

Helm's rider to a bill funding the

gay men and lesbians continues to

National Endowment for the Arts that
declares no Federal funds can go to

become clear with each new case. In

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"promote, disseminate, or produce

after the Augustrecess. Now's the time

obscene or indecent materials,

to call or write your Congressperson,
yoim Senator, and write Sen. Robert

including but not limited to depictions
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exploitation of children ..

By

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Byrd, the manager of the bill, who has
indicated he may support the Helms
rider.

"homoeroticism" as obscene and

indecent on the par with child abuse.

Lesbians & AIDS

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gay/lesbian lives in forums ranging
from public television down to local

Submissions Sought

theater and dance projects (romantic
glances between two men or two
women would be prohibited). The

move is part of a larger conservative
push against gays in the media,
including efforts by the Rev. Donald
Wildmon's

American

Family

Association and the Christian Leaders

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hat's I tain
A Monthy Listing of Special Events Aii Around Texas, Oklatioma & New Mexico

AUSTIN - If you are looking for fun,

costumes on Friday, Saturday & Tuesday

NEXUS & PETTICOAT JUNCTION are

the 27th, 28th & 31st and join in the fun!

the places to look in Austin! Friday Happy
Hour in NEXUS is a great way to unwind
after a hard week - look for Nancy Ford on

Also, don't forget that comedian Nancy

Ford will be playing at the RANCH on
November 5th at 8pm,don't miss it!

the 6th, Denise Fawcett on the 13th, The

Therapy Sisters on the 20th and Lara

SAN ANTONIO - Be sure to come on out

Linette on the 27th.If you wantyourmoney

to the CIRCLE on October the 15th after

to go to a good cause, then check out

Gay Fiesta for an after the party, party!

NEXUS/PJ's on Sundays! Every Sunday is

Check at the bar for Fiesta details. Tuesday

a benefit starting with a Slave Sale hosted

Night Topics for

by Melanie for Ms.TGRA,to benefit ASA

Homophobia and/or Heterosexlsm on the

on the 8th,On the 15th the ALLGO Benefit

will feature "Chili", a Benefit Show for

3rd and Working In the Lesbian
Community with a focus on the Lesbian

October

are:

ASA hosted by Mary Baldree for Ms.

bartender on the 17th. On the 29th, come

TGRA happens on the 22nd and People
Helping People (PHP) Garage Sale

out for the" Anything Goes"Talent Show
with a S100 First Prize(cash).The CIRCLE

happens on the 14th & 15th in the NEXUS

NEXUS is definitely the place to be! Check

is celebrating Halloween on Friday the 27th
with prizes for best costumes and drink
sfjecials all night long! Also, don't forget
that Thursday is Steak Night - your bring
your own meat, they'll cook it and provide

at the bar for details.

the rest - can't beat a deal like that!

HOUSTON - OK all you pool buffs out

tournament every Tuesday and if you've

HOUSTON - KEYSTROKE &
KEYSTROKE 2 are still providing a great
entertainment concept for women in

already won one of these weekly tourneys

Houston! KEYSTROKE is aonce-a-month

parking garage. Also, PHP Support
Nights happen on Friday the 13th cfe 27th.If

you're looking for a Halloween Party,

there - remember the the RANCH has a pool

remember to show up on Sunday, October

blow-out party for women and friends and

29th for the Finals! On October 8th come

KEYSTROKE 2 happen every Friday

out to support the Survivors Softball team

and the new rugby team at a Benefit Show.

night in a intimate setting for those who
like their party's cozy. KEYSTROKE &

You can celebrate Halloween overandover

KEYSTROKE 2 are produced by Stop

at the RANCH this year! Wear your

Searching. Stop Searching is a private
October 1989• Dimensions•Page 11

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designed to enhance women's social and
business cormections through recreational

library & bookstore, and sponsor

activities. For more info on dates,times and

39th or you can call(405)521-9696.

workshops, retreats, concerts and other
events. HERLAND is located at 2312 NW

places, call the KEYSTROKE HOTLINE
at.

785-9258.

DALLAS -If you're looking fo agreatplace

DALLAS - Drink Specials are the rule, not
the exception at JUGS! There's 75^ Draft

to go after work - check out SUE ELLEN's

on Mondays and Thursdays, 250 Draft on
Tuesdays, Fridays and all day and night on

Happy Hour! Happy Hour happens

Sundays. You can also get Free Draft on

everyday till 8pm, Fridays till 9pm and aU
day and all night on Mondays. Also be sure
to get out for SUE ELLEN's Country &

Saturdays from 10pm to Midnight!Ifbeeris
your thing, you can get $1.50 "Swirls" on
Wednesdays, SI Frozen Margaritas and
Pool Toumament on Thursdays and $1

Western Night.It happens every Thursday
night! There's $1 Longnecks, $2 Coronas
and a Show starting at 10:30pm. Kathy
Jack also presents a special show every
Sunday night starting at 10pm. You'll see
Lisa Bryson, Cozy White and lots of
special guests!

Bloody Mary's and Screwdrivers from
noon to 4pm on Stmdays to help you recover
from Saturday Night!

Send Your

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for a place to go that isn't a bar - check out
Herland Sister Resources. They sponsor

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to:

all kinds of activities for women, both
political and social. HERLAND is a non

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profit corporation composed of a collective
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gnes

ear

Answers to your questions about love,
relationships & personal problems
Dear Agnes,
Let's hear itfor Denmark!I wasexcited

to read in last month's Dimensions they
will legalize gay and lesbian marriages
on October 1, 1989. Since straight
marriages performed in one country are
recognized in others, could this legal
tactic work with gay and lesbian
marriages performed in Denmark? If
so, what are their marriage laws and
procedures?

Already Packing!

often. She said it was nothing and that I
shouldn't worry, she could handle it.
She couldn't. Her drug habits have

gotten worse and worse. She can no
longer hold a job for very long and has
gone through our savings buying
"crank", cocaine, and various other
drugs.

I've tried to talk her into going into a
treatment center but she refuses. I don't

really want to leave,I still love her and
would like to see her get better, but I'm
notsure how much longer I can live like
this.

Dear Packing,
I hope you just packed and didn't
purchase non-refundable plane tickets
yet. According to the NationalLesbian/
Gay Task Force, gay marriages are not
legal here, and therefore will not be
recognized!

Dear Agnes,
Mine is a big problem and I'm not sure
what to do about it or even where to
start. See, my lover and I have been
together for ten years. About three
years ago she was layed off her job and
started drinking heavily. I really didn't
think anything about it because I
thoughtshe would be fine assoon as she
found woric.

Well, she found work and it did get
better, I thought. I discovered about a
year later that she had stepped up to
doing "speed" and was doing it fairly

Where do I turn now?

Victim of the "Drug War"
Austin,TX

Dear Drug War,

Call your local chapter of Alcoholics
Anonymous,Narcotics Anonymous or

some other twelve step group, and find

out whatthey have to offer for friends
and relatives of the addicted person

(Alanon is AA's version), and go!
Many larger cities have lesbian/gay
chapters, but if yours doesn t, don t be
put off- go anyway. A support group is
a must for your well being.
The mental anguish suffered by lovers,
family, and friends of people on drugs
leaves deep scars, guilt, and shattered
self esteem. We always tend to blame
ourselves. But it is important to

remember you did not make your lover
startdrinking or abusing drugs,and you

Page 14 • Dimensions • October 1989

cannot make her stop. The only way a
person can get sober and stay sober is if
they want to.

If you cannot bring yourself to go to a
support group, I strongly urge you to

get private counseling for yourself.
Gck^ luck and my thoughts are with
you.

Dear Fringe,
Nine to one against! Odds are even with
your consent; you will default to your
second decision.

We never get beyond a new face
catching our fancy. It's what we do
about that fancy that counts. Sleeping
with someone outside the primary
relationship generally opens a can of

Dear Agnes,

worms,much like Pandora's box,once

My lover and I have been together for
five years. They have been five of the

the lid is open it cannot be closed.

<S

best for me. We both have good jobs

and mostly we stay to ourselves.
However,there is a girl my lover is just
totally in lust with. This all started
about three months ago. We have been

fighting alot lately and I am hinging
between telling her to go get this thing

Write To Dear Agnes

out of her system... That's one side of

With Your Problems or

me. The other side wants to tell her if

Comments at:
Dimensions

she sleeps with this b

that's it Hit

the road.

What are the odds of us working out if
I let her go?

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What does

Stephanie
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meon to you?

Are you best friends? Enemies? Do
you provide emotional support for
Even as a child, Stephanie realized
that her psychic abilities set her
apart from others. Now, a crazed

killer whom she helped send to
prison is determined to exact his
revenge on Stephanie and her
lover. Stephanie's power alone is
not enough to save them against
the psychopath who has decided to
play a fiendish cat-and-mouse
game with the two women.
THE

CRYSTAL CURTAIN
by Sandy Doyar

one another . . . or have you lost

contact? Through dozens of per

sonal interviews with lesbians and
their ex-lovers, Carol Becker has
charted the course that a break-up

may take. She shows how the end of
a relationship can provide a time for

important personal growth, and

how former lovers can also sei^e as

the foundation for new forms ol

family and community.

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Managing

Your
Money
by Cameron Taylor

Money! One of the most talked about

subjects. And generally in a negative
way. "I'm broke!" "1 don't have the
money to go out this weekend."
Money, like power in our society, is
often viewed in a negative light.

There is a very simple way to look at
money! You can manage your money.
Or-it will manage vou.on a day to day

basis. The next time you are hustling to

pay the rent or find the extra hundred
bucks that you need to buy a

washer, and out comes the old credit
card... Stop and think; are you

managing your money or is it managing
you?

Well....unfortunately, your money is

managing you! So what can you do to
take control for yourself?

October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 17

Savings )

for investment

A saving account or money market
fund is the safest investment you can

Save! Now don't let that word turn you
off—itdoes mostpeople! But the only

make,but they do not offer the highest
return on your money. Once again, be

way to effectively manage your money
is to save and invest. It is that simple.
But, you say, "after I pay bills I'm
broke, there's nothing left to save."
Well look at it like this, if you are outof
a job tomorrow and don't have any
money in savings, what are you going
to live on? Unemployment? A
relative's money? Friends?

sure the bank has FDIC insurance.

Banks can go out of business overnight
- especially in Texas.
The first investment to consider is your

employer's stock plan. Employers
generally offer to match part of your
money.(YouputinaSl andtheyputin
250 or 500.) Be sure your company is
financially sound, has good

The most effective way to save is by a
direct deduction from your paycheck to
a savings account, bank, or credit

management and check your stock
report every quarter for accurate

union. Be certain whatever institution

investment, but the potential for profit

bookkeeping.There is risk in any stock

you choose is FDIC insured. Five or ten

make stocks an attractive option.

dollars is an excellent start, and when

EE(Government)Saving Bonds are an
excellent savings option. They can be

you receive a raise or pay off a bill,
increase the amount you pay to savings.
Saving is like paving vourselfinstead of

purchased through payroll deductions
or from most banks. They earn interest

everybody else. ,

on competitive rates and there are no

Consider two savings accounts. One

state or local taxes. You do not have to

account for emergency money - you
should have enough money in this

pay federal taxes until you cash the

account to cover all essentials for three,

half their face value(a $50 bond costs

bonds in.You purchase saving bonds at

to six months. Add to this account for

you $25). You must hold the saving

things you want for the house and car,

bonds 6 months before you can take
them to the bank and cash them in. To

such as; stereos, tvs, etc.. Use this
account for purchases that you would
otherwise make with credit cards.

get the face value ofthe bond(S50),you
must hold them 12 years. (If you

purchase a $25 bond each month in a
year you will have $300 [$600 face

iNVESfTMENT)
The other account will be investment

money. To many people, the word

value] OR in 10 years $3000 [$6000
face value]) Most employer plans will
let you deduct any amount for saving
bonds(even $3 or $4 a pay check). EE

investment means risk or that you can't

bonds are a safe investment,backed by
the U.S. government.

get to your money for many years
without a penalty. Now,this can be true

Consider investing in a mutual fund.

in some instances, but there are many

Here's how it works: you put your

relatively safe places to put your money

money in the fund and in turn, it is

Page 1& Dimensions • October 1989

invested in a diversified list ofstocks or

bonds chosen by the fund managers.
They move your money among various
stocks and bonds to get you the best
return. You are buying shares in the
fund. Look for a no-load mutual fund.

No load funds do not charge fees or
commissions.There are many different
funds, and there are risks involved.

Don't let anyone sell you a fund over
the phone. Money magazine is an

for cards carefully and choose the lower
interest rate, and annual fee. Close

accounts that you are not using, but

paying annual fees on. These cards are
costing you money each time you pay
the fee,and it only takes two or three to

add up to a hundred dollars a year.Also,
the tax deduction is being phased out
for credit cards, so pay cash whenever

possible.

excellent source of information for

investing and there are toll free phone
numbers for mutual funds, banks,

We live in an instant gratification

stocks, etc... Call for a financial report
and stick to the top performing funds.

society - when we want something we
want it now - today. For this instant

You will need S500 to a SIOOO dollars

purchase power, we end up paying the

to get you started in mutual funds.
Remember that an investment is

banks and credit card companies
hundreds of dollars each year. Learn to
save your money! Learn to manage

something that goes up in value over

your money! It takes time,but it is well

time; it makes you money.CDs,money

worth the time and trouble.It feels good

marketfunds,stocks,bonds,real estate,

to pay cash and pocket that money that

and collectibles are all investments.
Some are riskier than others and some

hard earned dollars.

you had been giving to the bank - ygUI

will bring a bigger return,so be careful
and be sure you know and understand

all the facts before you plunge in.
Cars,tvs,stereos,furniture,etc.. are not

an investment They cost you money
that can never be recouped. Yes, you
can resell them,butonly at a fraction of
what you paid, they do not go up in
value.

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October 1989• Dimensions•Page 19

*r

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TGRA Oetober Fesit
Sunday, October 29th - 6pm
Bands • Booths • Show

On the Patio at Nexus/PJ's

A BEAEFtr EVERY SEADAYt
October 8th - Slave Sale to Benefit ASA

by Melanie for Ms.TGRA
October 15th - ATLGO Benefit

Starring "Chili"
October 22nd - Benefit Show For ASA

By Mary Baldree for Ms.TGRA

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October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 21

hat A World,
hat A World!
Make A Wish
by Nancy Ford

A funny thing happened to me on the
way to domestic tranquility. It was one

of those grey,rainy, silent afternoons the kind of afternoon during which one
can go quite contentedly for hours
without hearing the sound of a another
human voice. You know the kind - a

perfect, interruption-less afternoon
which creatively- motivated people,
particularly writers,cherish. Minimum

distraction

yields

maximum

concentration, you see. Kind of like
being the Vice President.

When my Significant other arrived
home that evening, it became crystal
clear that one woman's'No big deal',is
very often another woman's 'Dear
God, What have you done to this
house?" - followed by - if you don't put
that couch back where it belongs, plan
on sleeping on it tonight.
Well. All this aversion to change came
as quite a surprise. Up until this point,
based on a number of past, pleasant
experiences, I'd come to believe that

my Honey was at least, well,flexible.If

As would any good and true writer

only I'd known - if only I'd been

worthy of her craft, I spent the
afternoon rearranging furniture.
No major rearranging occurred, mind

cautioned that it was so important to her

you.No big deal.Justslide thatloveseat
over here, angle that coffee table over
there, move the electronics from one
comer to the other. No big deal. No
walls were knocked down. I have

the 200-pound potted plant in front of

that our, furniture have a sense of
permanency -1 would have gladly left
that same window until it sprouted
roots into the carpet.

But not to worry. Eventually we

neither the constitution nor the patience
for renovation. If it's not permanent

compromised, kissed, and made up.
Happy Ending. But the fact remains
that an ounce of prevention is worth the

press or requires the strength of more
than one person to move it, it has no
place in my life.

a pound of cure, unless, of course, the
cure is only readily available in

Page22» Dimensions • October 1989

Mexico. In that event, an ounce of

prevention is worth the price of a bus

▼ Never, ever rearrange the

ticket to Matamoros.

Therefore, the following guide has
been compiled to warn you of The
Little Things that can lead to trouble in
paradise for too many lovemates.
Simply clip and magnet them to your
refrigerator between the pizza coupons
and the hurricane tracking chart.
Purchase toothpaste in the nuevo

furniture.

Nancy Ford's column.
What A World,
What A World,
oppeors every

stand-up, pump-style dispenser. Oldfashioned toothpaste tubes that can be

month right here in

either squeezed in the middle or rolled

Dimensionsi

from the end can be springboards to
tragedy when PMS levels run high.
Private,funny little nicknames for

each other mean absolutely nothing to
the rest of the world, except as* a
substitute purgative,and should remain
private for exactly that reason.

'^F JustSay No to ex-lovers,no matter
what the request may be.

^F Do not use pins that represent past
achievement or the memory of a loved

nancy ford
• comedy •

one(i.e. - a fraternity or sorority pin,the
antique brooch of a favorite, deceased

aunt, or an International Thespian
Society medal) for any purjxtse other
than the one for which it was intended.

residential • commercial •

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the

offee

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A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old

This month, T. Sumner Reviews:

Chris
by Randy Salem

Hastings
Two Novels first published in the late 50's at the
beginning of the era referred to as the golden age
of lesbian paperback originals.
This month we're going to look at two

never been good, and Chris seeks

books first published in the late 1950's
at the beginning of an era known as the
"golden age of lesbian paperback

satisfaction on the weekends when

originals".
Chris by Randy Salem is about a the
beautiful Christopher Hamilton. Chris

Carol admires Chris and her work,and

writes scientific articles on marine life

terrible life with Dizz and into her own.

and is very successful in her career. For
the pastfour years,Chris has lived with
"Dizz". Their sexual relationship has

and is determined not to let her go.

Dizz is gone.On one drunken night,she
picks up Carol Martin.
soon finds herself falling in love. Carol

is determined to get Chris out of her
But Dizz knows her power over Chris
Even while she seeks to hold onto

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Chris, Dizz is letting herself become

live a life free of her commitment, but

more and more interested in George, a

knows she cannot. Then she meets

dapper young man who caters to her

Paula Temple.

every whim.

Paula is her nephew's finance. Paula
has agreed to marry Phil as a way to
escape from her family and her
alcoholic father. But,from the moment
Paula meets Phil's Aunt Byrne, she
feels she has found the key to true
happiness. Even with all odds working
against her, Paula is determined that

This book was first published in 1959
by Beacon Books and has been re

issued now by Naiad Press. The book
gives a bird's eye view of life as a
lesbian in the late 50's. Chris is a wellwritten, emotional love story even

though I found it to be a bit naive.
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duty to care for Greta. Byrne longs to

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Gharism
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Webster defines charisma as"a special
magnetic charm or appeal." Charisma

believed that the one who Idoks away

first is the loser.

j
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isn't looks.We'veall know people who
weren't particularly beautiful that had
thatspecial something that drew people
to them. Charisma isn't money or
power - just look at George Bush.
Charisma is a great asset but it may be
hard to develop. Are you charismatic?
Take the quiz below to find out!

2. When you meet someohe for the
first time, you:

j

a. usually remember their |name and
other pertinent information !,f you meet

them again — no matter whp they are.
b.remember their name,etc.
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butonly if
they interest you.

;

c. always have to be introduced several

1. When someone is talking to you,
you:

times before you remembei" anyone's
name.

a.look them in the eyes,but notso much
as to make them uncomfortable.

b. have a hard time looking someone in

■
I

3. When it comes to fashicfn, you:
a. make your own.

the eye, your attention wanders a bit.

b. more or less follow the tifends.

c. look at them hard, you've always

c. could care less.

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draws people to you. You make others
feel special when they are around you
and therefore people clamber to be a

4.In group situations you are usually:
a. the leader, even if not officially.

b. part of the group, but not in the lead
most of the time.

part of your circle. You are a good

c. just going along, you really aren't

listener and you carry yourself with
self-confidence. You truly enjoy life

fond of groups anyway.

and it shows!

5. When you go out to a bar, you:
a. have a large group of friends and are
always meeting more.
b. stay mainly with your group of
friends but sometimes acquire new
members.

9-18
You definitely have your charismatic
moments and that's just the way you

like it. you enjoy your fiends and would
always welcome another, but you

c. usually keep to yourself or with the
person you came with.

6. In your circle of friends and
acquaintances, you:
a. tend to be the one people always
come to for advice.

prefer to keep things small and
intimate.You are loyal and affectionate
and you like to take the time to get to
know people. Having women you ve
never seen flock around you every time

you walked into a social situation
would

b. don't feel you are qualified to give
much advice but will try if asked.
c. are usually in the background.

T. You consider yourself to be:
a. self-confident most of the time.
b. self-confident in some situations but

make

you

slightly

uncomfortable. There may be times
when you wish you were more

outgoing or self-confident but you are
basically happy just the way you are.

0-8
Charisma is not your strongest point.
Although you may be kind and lovable
once people get to know you, you tend
to be a bit off-putting at first. Learn to
laugh at yourself and work on really
listening when others talk. You'll find
yourself with more friends and a social

not in others.

c. supremely self-confident.

Scoring
Give yourself points as follows:

4 points for every A answer.
2 points for every B answer.
0 points for every C answer.

calendar that seems to fill itself!

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If you scored:

19-28
Charisma could be your middle name.
You have that magnetic quality that
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jjbIjy
Dreaming
If nothing had happened
There would be no fear of love

or my constanf fear of uncertainty
I wouldn't have any problem with trust.
To have been seen and heard as a child

I wouldn't fear Insanity.
To be able to use al my senses
taste
smell

to see and to hear
to feel

without feeling the crazlness
or the fear of when the next memory
will appear.

the heart that knew no despair.
To be able to stand naked In the mirror
and love who and what I see.

To hear you say I love you
Without any doubt why
I would just accept and believe.

To be able to cry
v/ithout any gullf or any apology.
To say no
without the fear you will abandon me.

To be able to touch and hug
vvlthout the fear of secrecy.
To have been just a little girl,
without fear to be,

to be all grown up,
without wishing someday I still could be.

There would be no question about my Identity.
Kim Wright
-Houston, TX

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oroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?

LIBRA
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
You may not be able to get out of a
family obligation during the first week
of October. Try to be available when
someone calls for your help. From the
9th thru the 16th

a romantic

companion may be looking for a more
permanent commitment. Think it over

recent misunderstanding between you
and a loved one can be cleared up. Sit
down and talk it out calmly and all will
be well.

SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 23-Dec 21)
You may be feeling insecure and
unsure of yourselfduring the Tirst week

carefully before taking the plunge.

of October. Make an effort to look on

From the 17th thru the 23rd follow

the bright side of everything. From the

your logic and not your emotions.
There may be alot of conflict going on
around you and you'll have to be on

9th thru the 16th don't give in to a

your toes to stay outof it. From the 24th

that could have terrible consequences.
From the 17th thru the 23rd you'll

thru the 31st you can accomplish alot
more and feel better about yourself if
you will take some time alone to get
your private affairs organized.

pushy friend. Stick to your guns and
don't let them talk you into something

need to get serious about straightening
out your finances. Study all your

options before you make any decisions.
From the 24th thru the 31st you won't

SCORPIO
(Oct 24ttt -Nov 22nd)
You could find yourself with a new
romantic interest during the first week

of October. Don't count on any plans

get far if you try to mix business with
pleasure. Keep socializing to a
minimum on thejob so you can finish a
tough assignment.

you ve made since last minute snags

CAPRICORN

could develop. From the 9th thru the
16th keep a secret that has been
entrusted to you. Someone you love

(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)
You may have a secret admirer
watching you from afar during the first

may make a decision that is strictly
private and you will lose their love and
trust if you reveal it.From the 17th thru

the 23rd you may be feeling
adventurous.Don't letanyone hold you
back, you can do almost anything right
now! From the 24th thru the 31st a

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weekofOctober.Getoutand socialize

and she Just might get up the guts to
approach you! From the 9th thru the
16th avoid getting sentimental aboutan
ex-lover. Time has a way of erasing
past hurts and makes you remember
only the good which could get you into

Property of the Center
hot water.From the 17th thru the 23rd

let your natural charm do its work.

you may need to change your mode of
operation on thejob. Step back and take
a good look at how you get things done
and then change them to make yourself

From the 24th thru the 31st you may

more efficient. From the 24th thru the

now. You'll have to buckle down and

31st some powerful influences are at
work on your behalf. Concentrate on

shape.

have to put your foot down about a
partner's spending habits. Bills have
piled up and they're all coming due

work hard to get back in good financial

realistic goals and you'll do great.

ARIES

AQUARIUS
(Jan 2(Hh - Feb 18th)

(Mar 21st-April 19)
A close relationship could be under alot

You'll have to work hard to keep your

of pressure during the first week of

attention focused on the task at hand
during the first week of October.

possible. From the 9th thru the 16th

October. You can find a peaceful
solution if you don't push so hard.From
the9th thru the 16th things at work are
calming down and you can enjoy some

be cautious about accepting an

great social activities. Get out and

invitation from someone who might be
trying to snowball you. Keep on your

enjoy yourself. From the 17th thru the

Eliminate as many distractions as

toes so you don't get taken. From the

17th thru the 23rd you may face a
minor disappointment Everything will
turn outfine if you wUlkeep your sense
of humor about the situation. From the

23rd don't let your emotions get the
better of your logic. Your feelings
could be super-sensitive so you might

put off making a big decision until
you've calmed down. From the 24th
thru the 31st you can move up on the

24th thru the 31st a trip out-of-town
could be on the agenda.Expensescould

job by staying cool while everyone

get out of hand if you don't limit

your first impressions.

yourself.

around you is losing their head. Trust

(Feb 19th-Mar 20th)

TAURUS
(April 20th-May 20th)
Be careful about basing your opinions

about a romantic matter during the first

on gossip that is making the rounds
during the first week of October. Get

PISCES
Don t let your emotions mislead you
week of October. Focus on other
interests to take your mind off the
situation. From the 9th thru the 16th a

friend you haven't seen in a long time is
back in your life. Take time to spend
with them and it could be just like old

more accurate information before

making a decision. From the 9th thru
the 16th a phone call or message could
bring you some very good news. Get
your personal affairs in order while
your feeling so good! From the 17th

times. From the 17th thru the 24th

thru the 23rd surround yourself with

don't be too forceful when trying to
gain another's affection. Back off and

and you'll have a wonderful week.You

happy people and pleasant activities

October 1989• Dinnensions•Page 31

may getsome dramatic news.From the
24th thru the 31st you could have a
feeling that you are being pushed along
without having much control on the

be feeling impatient and it could get
you in trouble. You'd be wise to listen
to the advice of someone older and
wiser.

job.Go with the flow,it's the best thing

LEO

right now.

GEMINI
(May 21st-June 21st)
You may want to take steps to slow
things down in a relationship that is
moving too fast for you during the first
week of October. From the 9th thru

the 16th you may have to put your
social plans on hold until a business

(July 23rd - August 22nd)
Don't be so quick to decide a romantic
interest is the love of your life during
the first week of October. You may
have misread a signal or mistaken your
partner's intentions. From the 9th thru
the 16th be sure you cover all bases at
work. Be patient and work slowly and
steadily to get the best results.From the

matter is worked out. This can be

17th thru the 23rd try to avoid

important to your future so don't put it

becoming involved in a dispute among
your family members. You're the
diplomat in this situation! From the

off. From the 17th thru the 23rd don't

get upset if someone seeks you out and
takes your attention away from a hobby
you enjoy. You should feel flattered
that your opinion is sought. From the
24th thru the 31st determination can

24th thru the 31st don't be fooled into

buying something from a fast-talking
salesman, investigate and compare
before making a decision.

take you far both at work and at home.
Projects you've been putting off will
getdone and you'11 still have time left to
play.

VIRGO
(August 23rd- Sept 22nd)

Don't be impatient about a relationship
during the first week of October. Your

CANCER
(June 22th - July 22th)
Be as honest with yourself as possible
about a relationship that is under stress

during the first week of October.
Talking things over calmly will help.
From the 9th thru the 16th others may
be demanding so much of your time
that you don't have any left for
yourself. Turn down an invitation if
you start feeling too rushed. From the
17th thru the 23rd nothing seems to go
as planned. Don't worry, snags won't
slow you down too much and
everything will work out in the end.

actions could ruin any chances you may
have had of making it work. From the
9th

thru the

16th

when

this

relationship takes on a more serious
tone, you may be surprised and

confused. Be honest about your
feelings. From the 17th thru the 23rd
you could be the most popular person in
your social circle this week. Enjoy all
the attention. From the 24th thru the

31st let your intuition be yoiu" guide in
a business matter. An interesting
adventure could be on the agenda.

From the 24th thru the 31st you may

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Irectory
A Listing of Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
ARLINGTON,TX (area code 817

Dallas Gay/Lesbian Historic Arctiives
4012-B Cedar Springs » 821-1653
Dallas Gay Youtti Group

organizations
Gay/Lesbian Association of UTA

300 Turtle Creek Plaza #116.307-7203
Dallas Outdoors
P.O. Box 35474 75235• 276-5270
Dallas Tavern Guild
3900 Lemmon Ave. #220• 526-5292

PO. Box 19348-77, UTA St, 76019
794-5140

AUSTIN. TX (area code 512)

Foundation for Human Understanding

clubs
Nexus/Petticoat Junction
401 & 401-B E. 2nd • 495-9553

528-4233

Gay/Lesbian Young Adults
528-4233

organizations

Grace Fellowstilp In Ctirist Jesus

Affirmation (Mettiodist)

2727 Oak Lawn 75219•528-2811
Lesbian Information Line (LIL)
P.O. Box 191443 75219• 528-2426
Lesbia/Gay Political Coalition
P.O. Box 224424 75222• 828-9882

7403 Shoal Creek • 451-2329
Austin Lambda
P.O. Box 5455 78763

Gay/Lesbian Student
Association at UT Austin •458-3971
Box 275 Texas Union 78712-7338

Lesbian Visionaries

P.O. Box 191443 75219•521-9642

Lesbian/Gay Rigtits Lobby

Metropiex Republicans

P.O. Box 2505 78768

P.O. Box 191033 75219.941-8114

Metropolitan Community Ctiurcti

Oak Lawn Community Services
3000 Turtle Creek Rozo,Suite 116

1100 Springdale Rd.• 929-3660
Oasis Ministry

75219-5311.520-8108

5555 N. Lamar Blvd. #L101 • 441-9191
People Helping People (PHP)

Oak Lawn Symptionic Band

P.O. Box 141021 78714.440-7669

Waterloo Counseling Center

Womyn Togettier
3920 Cedar Springs.528-4233

507 Powell 78703 • 322-9654
Texas Human Rigtits Foundation
2201 N. Lamar # 203 78705 • 479-8473
AIDS Legal Assistance 1-800-828-6417

organizations

P.O. Box 190973 75219.986-1751

DENTON,TX (area code 817)
COURAGE, Lesbian Gay Student Org.
c/o Student Activities Center

DALLAS, TX (area code 214)

P.O. Box 5067 76203.382-3813

businesses
Business Delivery Systems

n. WORTH (area code 817)

14902 Preston Rd. 75240 • 733-1108
Crossroads Market

organizations
Affirmation (Mettiodist).478-7837

3930 Cedar Springs
521-8919 or 1-800-992-6404

clubs

HOUSTON,TX (area code 713)

sue Ellen's
3903 Cedar Springs.559-0707
Desert Moon • 5903 Willis • 828-4471

clubs
Rancti.9125 S. Main.666-3464

organizations

organizations

AIDS Foundation

Affirmation (Mettiodist)
P.O. Box 225831 75222 • 948-1546

3400 Montrose #700.524-AIDS
AIDS HOTLINE

AIDS Resource Center

c/o Switchboard.529-3211
Gay/Lesbian Students

4012-B Cedar Springs 75219
Delias Gay Alliance

4012-B Cedar Springs 75219 .528-4233

October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 33

University of Houston

666 Broadway 4th Floor

4800 Calhioun • 529-3211

NY, NY 10012

Gay & Lesbian Switctiboard
P.O. Box 66591 77266 •529-3211

Houston Gay Political Caucus
P.O. Box 66664 77266 •521-1000

Kingdom Community Ctiurcti
614 E. 19fln.862-7533
Lambda ALANON
Lambda Center for Alchoholics
1214 Joanne • 521-9772

Lesbian/Gay Students
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area 77058

Montrose Pool League/Billiards
PJ 863-8482
PWA Coalition - Houston
3327 Essex Lane *623-4436

NORMAN,OK (area code 405)
organizations
Women's Resource Center

P.O. Box 5089 73070

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
(area code 405)

organizations
Oasis the Community Center
2135 NW 39th 73112 * 525-AiDS

Herland Sister Resources, Inc.
2312 NW 39th 73112 * 794-7464

Womynspace

SAN ANTONIO,TX (area code 512)

P.O. Box 980601 77098-0601
880-9517 or 521-0780

Clubs

Women's Softball League

The Circle
8021 Pinebrook • 341-2818

6431 Pineshade • 868-6256

organizations

LUBBOCK,TX (area code 806)
organizations
Lubbock Lesbian/Gay Alliance
P.O. Box 64746 79464 * 796-2403

Names Project/Lubtsock
796-1800 or 744-1957

Dignity/San Antonio
202 N.St. Marys * 349-3632
Integrity/San Antonio
P.O. Box 150006 78212 * 684-4920

River City Living Metropolitan
Community Church
202 Holland 78212 * 822-1121
LISA (Lesbian Information SA)
828-LiSA (5472)

SALGA - San Antonio Lesbian &. Gay
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Assembly * 733-7300

Affirmation: United Mettiodists for

San Antonio AIDS Foundation
P.O. Box 120113 78212-9313
San Antonio Tavern Guild • 822-2823

Lesbian/Gay Concerns
P.O. Box 1021 • Evanston, IL 60204
AIDS Action Council

729 Eighth St. S.E. Suite 200
Washington, DC 20003 *(202) 547-3101
AIDS 800 • 1-800-221-7044
Conference For Catholic Lesbians
P.O. Box 436, Planetarium Station
New York. New York 10024

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND,TX
(area code 512)
accomodations
Lyie's Deck • 120 E. Atoi St.
P.O. Box 2326 78597 * 761-LYLE

Ntl Gay Alliance for Young Adults,
Inc.P.O. Box 190426

Dallas, TX 75219-0426 .(214)307-7203

National Gay/Lesbian Clearinghouse
666 Broadway 4th Floor
NY, NY 10012

National Gay/Lesbian Crislsllne
1-800-SOS-GAYS

National Gay/Lesbian Task Force
1517 U Street NW

Washington D C. 20009 * 202-332-6483
The Fund for Human Dignity

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hill country Area: Age: 32,
Caring, gentle woman looking for
woman (25-40) to share the simple

things in life. I enjoy camping, pets,
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'QWS
From Around the Region,the Country & the World

Judge Hampton to

hearing date.
"THRF received a call from Judge

Face Formal

Murray Lhis morning telling us of the
hearing date," said Bryan. "THRF is
anxious for the process to go forward.It
has been nearly nine months now since
THRF filed the original complaint
against Hampton,and over the summer
months I have had several personal

Public Hearing
Dallas - Judge Jack Hampton will face
formal public hearing set to begin on
October .16th in Dallas, based on

disciplinary proceedings started on
December 16th of last year when the
Texas Human Rights Foundation
(THRF) filed a sworn complaint

communications

with

the

Commission's staffand with the master

against Hampton with the Texas State

directly, urging that a trial date be set
soon, so that the disciplinary

Commission on Judicial Conduct.

proceedings would become public."

THRF initiated the disciplinary action
after

The

Dallas

Times

Herald

published an interview in which
Hampton expressed publicly his views
on his allegedly lenient sentencing ofa
Mesquite youth for the brutal

execution-style murder of two gay
men. Among other statements,
Hampton was reported to have said,
"These homosexuals by running
around on weekends picking up

teenage boys, they're asking for
trouble, they really are," and "I put

State law provides that all documents
filed with the Commission and all

proceedings remain confidential imtil
the formal hearing is convened by the
master. "THRF has been monitoring

this action very closely," said Bryan,
"sending a lawyer to the pre-hearing
conference held by the master in May
and responding to a request for help
from the Commission in developing
evidence. I have conveyed THRF's
concerns in the past several to the
master and to the Commission's staff

prostitutes and gays at about the same

over the fact that Hampton continues to

level. If these boys had picked up two

hold court without a resolution of these

prostitutes and taken them to the woods
and killed them I'd consider that a
similar case. And I'd be hard put to give

very serious charges against him,"
Bryan stated.

somebody life for killing a prostitute."

Hampton could be removed from office
if the evidence produced at the hearing

The formal hearing will be presided
over by the Honorable Robert R.

shows his actions violated the Code of

Murray,a retired court ofappealsjudge

that Hampton's statements violated the
Code by, among other things,
displaying a belief that punishment for
homocide may be conditioned on the
identity of the victim rather than the
nature criminal conduct; by rendering

in San Antonio, who was appointed on

May lOth of this year by the Texas
Supreme Courtas the master orjudge to
hear the case. THRF's legal director,

attorney David Bryan, expressed

Judicial Conduct. THRF has alleged

satisfaction with the setting of the
October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 7

the impression that heterosexual
murderers of gay men or lesbians
would be treated sympathetically in his
court; and by showing his inability to
preside impartially over cases in which
gay or lesbian individuals are involved.

Ben-Shalom, the 7th Circuit extends

the dangerous logic of Hardwick to say
it's o.k.to be gay,o.k. to say you're gay
and you favor gay rights, but that it's
not o.k. to act on one's sexual

orientation, not o.k. to live our lives

fully,

without

experiencing

discrimination."

Federal Appeals Court
Rejects Army Lesbian
Chicago - In the latest development in
lesbian Miriam Ben-Shalom's 13-year
battle to re-enlist in the U.S. Army
Reserves, the U.S. Federal Court of

Appeals for the Seventh Circuit ruled
on August 7th that the Army is not
required to re-enlist Ben-Shalom.

Justifying its decision in part on the
U.S.Supreme Court's ruling in Bowers
V. Hardwick, in which the court held

that states could regulate the rights of
gay people to engage in private, adult,
consensual sexual behavior, the coiut

Ben-Shalom began her legal battle in
1976, when she was discharged from
the Army Reserves because she

acknowledged her lesbianism to
reporters writing about her

appointment as one of the first two
women drill sergeants in the Army
Reserves. In earlier victories, lower
courts held that Ben-Shalom's First

Amendmentrights were violated by her

discharge,and thatthe Army regulation
denied to gay people equal protection
under the law because it penalized

personsfor their status as homosexu^s.
Hyde noted that the Gay & Lesbian
Military Freedom Project Coalition,
which NGLTF spearheads, will

in Ben-Shalom upheld the Army's

continue to pursue a Congressional

regulation discharging persons who
"engage in homosexual conduct, or

lesbian military policy. Hyde also
noted NGLTF's plans to hold a Military

who by their statements demonstrate a
propensity to engage in homosexual
conduct."

The new decision by a three-judge
p^el in Chicago reverses a lower

strategy to overturn the anti-gay/
Freedom demonstration at the White
House on November 10. The Gay and
Lesbian Military Freedom Project is a

district court ruling which had declared
the Army regulation unconstitutional

joint project of NGLTF, the National
Organization for Women, Women s
Equity Action League, National

and had ordered the Army to re-enlist

Lawyers Guild Military Law Task

Ben-Shalom. Ben-Shalom will appeal

Force, ACLU Gay and Lesbian Rights

to a full(en banc)panel of the Seventh

Project, Lambda Legal Defense and

Circuit Court of Appeals.

Education Fund,and Citizen Soldier.

Sue Hyde, Director of the Privacy
Project of the National Gay and
Lesbian Task Force (NGLTF), and

Gay Art Trashed by
Government

organizer of the Gay & Lesbian

Military Freedom Project Coalition,

Washington, D.C. - The Senate in late

condemned the court's decision.'The

July vote din favor of Senator Jesse

damage Hardwick did to the lives of

Helm's rider to a bill funding the

gay men and lesbians continues to

National Endowment for the Arts that
declares no Federal funds can go to

become clear with each new case. In

Page 8 • Dimensions • October 1989

"promote, disseminate, or produce

after the Augustrecess. Now's the time

obscene or indecent materials,

to call or write your Congressperson,
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including but not limited to depictions
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from public television down to local

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characters.

and interactions with others close to the

Helms boasts he will "win every time"
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NEXUS & PETTICOAT JUNCTION are

the 27th, 28th & 31st and join in the fun!

the places to look in Austin! Friday Happy
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after a hard week - look for Nancy Ford on

Also, don't forget that comedian Nancy

Ford will be playing at the RANCH on
November 5th at 8pm,don't miss it!

the 6th, Denise Fawcett on the 13th, The

Therapy Sisters on the 20th and Lara

SAN ANTONIO - Be sure to come on out

Linette on the 27th.If you wantyourmoney

to the CIRCLE on October the 15th after

to go to a good cause, then check out

Gay Fiesta for an after the party, party!

NEXUS/PJ's on Sundays! Every Sunday is

Check at the bar for Fiesta details. Tuesday

a benefit starting with a Slave Sale hosted

Night Topics for

by Melanie for Ms.TGRA,to benefit ASA

Homophobia and/or Heterosexlsm on the

on the 8th,On the 15th the ALLGO Benefit

will feature "Chili", a Benefit Show for

3rd and Working In the Lesbian
Community with a focus on the Lesbian

October

are:

ASA hosted by Mary Baldree for Ms.

bartender on the 17th. On the 29th, come

TGRA happens on the 22nd and People
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out for the" Anything Goes"Talent Show
with a S100 First Prize(cash).The CIRCLE

happens on the 14th & 15th in the NEXUS

NEXUS is definitely the place to be! Check

is celebrating Halloween on Friday the 27th
with prizes for best costumes and drink
sfjecials all night long! Also, don't forget
that Thursday is Steak Night - your bring
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at the bar for details.

the rest - can't beat a deal like that!

HOUSTON - OK all you pool buffs out

tournament every Tuesday and if you've

HOUSTON - KEYSTROKE &
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already won one of these weekly tourneys

Houston! KEYSTROKE is aonce-a-month

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you're looking for a Halloween Party,

there - remember the the RANCH has a pool

remember to show up on Sunday, October

blow-out party for women and friends and

29th for the Finals! On October 8th come

KEYSTROKE 2 happen every Friday

out to support the Survivors Softball team

and the new rugby team at a Benefit Show.

night in a intimate setting for those who
like their party's cozy. KEYSTROKE &

You can celebrate Halloween overandover

KEYSTROKE 2 are produced by Stop

at the RANCH this year! Wear your

Searching. Stop Searching is a private
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designed to enhance women's social and
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library & bookstore, and sponsor

activities. For more info on dates,times and

39th or you can call(405)521-9696.

workshops, retreats, concerts and other
events. HERLAND is located at 2312 NW

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785-9258.

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to go after work - check out SUE ELLEN's

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day and all night on Mondays. Also be sure
to get out for SUE ELLEN's Country &

Saturdays from 10pm to Midnight!Ifbeeris
your thing, you can get $1.50 "Swirls" on
Wednesdays, SI Frozen Margaritas and
Pool Toumament on Thursdays and $1

Western Night.It happens every Thursday
night! There's $1 Longnecks, $2 Coronas
and a Show starting at 10:30pm. Kathy
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Sunday night starting at 10pm. You'll see
Lisa Bryson, Cozy White and lots of
special guests!

Bloody Mary's and Screwdrivers from
noon to 4pm on Stmdays to help you recover
from Saturday Night!

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Herland Sister Resources. They sponsor

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gnes

ear

Answers to your questions about love,
relationships & personal problems
Dear Agnes,
Let's hear itfor Denmark!I wasexcited

to read in last month's Dimensions they
will legalize gay and lesbian marriages
on October 1, 1989. Since straight
marriages performed in one country are
recognized in others, could this legal
tactic work with gay and lesbian
marriages performed in Denmark? If
so, what are their marriage laws and
procedures?

Already Packing!

often. She said it was nothing and that I
shouldn't worry, she could handle it.
She couldn't. Her drug habits have

gotten worse and worse. She can no
longer hold a job for very long and has
gone through our savings buying
"crank", cocaine, and various other
drugs.

I've tried to talk her into going into a
treatment center but she refuses. I don't

really want to leave,I still love her and
would like to see her get better, but I'm
notsure how much longer I can live like
this.

Dear Packing,
I hope you just packed and didn't
purchase non-refundable plane tickets
yet. According to the NationalLesbian/
Gay Task Force, gay marriages are not
legal here, and therefore will not be
recognized!

Dear Agnes,
Mine is a big problem and I'm not sure
what to do about it or even where to
start. See, my lover and I have been
together for ten years. About three
years ago she was layed off her job and
started drinking heavily. I really didn't
think anything about it because I
thoughtshe would be fine assoon as she
found woric.

Well, she found work and it did get
better, I thought. I discovered about a
year later that she had stepped up to
doing "speed" and was doing it fairly

Where do I turn now?

Victim of the "Drug War"
Austin,TX

Dear Drug War,

Call your local chapter of Alcoholics
Anonymous,Narcotics Anonymous or

some other twelve step group, and find

out whatthey have to offer for friends
and relatives of the addicted person

(Alanon is AA's version), and go!
Many larger cities have lesbian/gay
chapters, but if yours doesn t, don t be
put off- go anyway. A support group is
a must for your well being.
The mental anguish suffered by lovers,
family, and friends of people on drugs
leaves deep scars, guilt, and shattered
self esteem. We always tend to blame
ourselves. But it is important to

remember you did not make your lover
startdrinking or abusing drugs,and you

Page 14 • Dimensions • October 1989

cannot make her stop. The only way a
person can get sober and stay sober is if
they want to.

If you cannot bring yourself to go to a
support group, I strongly urge you to

get private counseling for yourself.
Gck^ luck and my thoughts are with
you.

Dear Fringe,
Nine to one against! Odds are even with
your consent; you will default to your
second decision.

We never get beyond a new face
catching our fancy. It's what we do
about that fancy that counts. Sleeping
with someone outside the primary
relationship generally opens a can of

Dear Agnes,

worms,much like Pandora's box,once

My lover and I have been together for
five years. They have been five of the

the lid is open it cannot be closed.

<S

best for me. We both have good jobs

and mostly we stay to ourselves.
However,there is a girl my lover is just
totally in lust with. This all started
about three months ago. We have been

fighting alot lately and I am hinging
between telling her to go get this thing

Write To Dear Agnes

out of her system... That's one side of

With Your Problems or

me. The other side wants to tell her if

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she sleeps with this b

that's it Hit

the road.

What are the odds of us working out if
I let her go?

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What does

Stephanie
Knowlond has

the power...

your ex-lover
meon to you?

Are you best friends? Enemies? Do
you provide emotional support for
Even as a child, Stephanie realized
that her psychic abilities set her
apart from others. Now, a crazed

killer whom she helped send to
prison is determined to exact his
revenge on Stephanie and her
lover. Stephanie's power alone is
not enough to save them against
the psychopath who has decided to
play a fiendish cat-and-mouse
game with the two women.
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Managing

Your
Money
by Cameron Taylor

Money! One of the most talked about

subjects. And generally in a negative
way. "I'm broke!" "1 don't have the
money to go out this weekend."
Money, like power in our society, is
often viewed in a negative light.

There is a very simple way to look at
money! You can manage your money.
Or-it will manage vou.on a day to day

basis. The next time you are hustling to

pay the rent or find the extra hundred
bucks that you need to buy a

washer, and out comes the old credit
card... Stop and think; are you

managing your money or is it managing
you?

Well....unfortunately, your money is

managing you! So what can you do to
take control for yourself?

October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 17

Savings )

for investment

A saving account or money market
fund is the safest investment you can

Save! Now don't let that word turn you
off—itdoes mostpeople! But the only

make,but they do not offer the highest
return on your money. Once again, be

way to effectively manage your money
is to save and invest. It is that simple.
But, you say, "after I pay bills I'm
broke, there's nothing left to save."
Well look at it like this, if you are outof
a job tomorrow and don't have any
money in savings, what are you going
to live on? Unemployment? A
relative's money? Friends?

sure the bank has FDIC insurance.

Banks can go out of business overnight
- especially in Texas.
The first investment to consider is your

employer's stock plan. Employers
generally offer to match part of your
money.(YouputinaSl andtheyputin
250 or 500.) Be sure your company is
financially sound, has good

The most effective way to save is by a
direct deduction from your paycheck to
a savings account, bank, or credit

management and check your stock
report every quarter for accurate

union. Be certain whatever institution

investment, but the potential for profit

bookkeeping.There is risk in any stock

you choose is FDIC insured. Five or ten

make stocks an attractive option.

dollars is an excellent start, and when

EE(Government)Saving Bonds are an
excellent savings option. They can be

you receive a raise or pay off a bill,
increase the amount you pay to savings.
Saving is like paving vourselfinstead of

purchased through payroll deductions
or from most banks. They earn interest

everybody else. ,

on competitive rates and there are no

Consider two savings accounts. One

state or local taxes. You do not have to

account for emergency money - you
should have enough money in this

pay federal taxes until you cash the

account to cover all essentials for three,

half their face value(a $50 bond costs

bonds in.You purchase saving bonds at

to six months. Add to this account for

you $25). You must hold the saving

things you want for the house and car,

bonds 6 months before you can take
them to the bank and cash them in. To

such as; stereos, tvs, etc.. Use this
account for purchases that you would
otherwise make with credit cards.

get the face value ofthe bond(S50),you
must hold them 12 years. (If you

purchase a $25 bond each month in a
year you will have $300 [$600 face

iNVESfTMENT)
The other account will be investment

money. To many people, the word

value] OR in 10 years $3000 [$6000
face value]) Most employer plans will
let you deduct any amount for saving
bonds(even $3 or $4 a pay check). EE

investment means risk or that you can't

bonds are a safe investment,backed by
the U.S. government.

get to your money for many years
without a penalty. Now,this can be true

Consider investing in a mutual fund.

in some instances, but there are many

Here's how it works: you put your

relatively safe places to put your money

money in the fund and in turn, it is

Page 1& Dimensions • October 1989

invested in a diversified list ofstocks or

bonds chosen by the fund managers.
They move your money among various
stocks and bonds to get you the best
return. You are buying shares in the
fund. Look for a no-load mutual fund.

No load funds do not charge fees or
commissions.There are many different
funds, and there are risks involved.

Don't let anyone sell you a fund over
the phone. Money magazine is an

for cards carefully and choose the lower
interest rate, and annual fee. Close

accounts that you are not using, but

paying annual fees on. These cards are
costing you money each time you pay
the fee,and it only takes two or three to

add up to a hundred dollars a year.Also,
the tax deduction is being phased out
for credit cards, so pay cash whenever

possible.

excellent source of information for

investing and there are toll free phone
numbers for mutual funds, banks,

We live in an instant gratification

stocks, etc... Call for a financial report
and stick to the top performing funds.

society - when we want something we
want it now - today. For this instant

You will need S500 to a SIOOO dollars

purchase power, we end up paying the

to get you started in mutual funds.
Remember that an investment is

banks and credit card companies
hundreds of dollars each year. Learn to
save your money! Learn to manage

something that goes up in value over

your money! It takes time,but it is well

time; it makes you money.CDs,money

worth the time and trouble.It feels good

marketfunds,stocks,bonds,real estate,

to pay cash and pocket that money that

and collectibles are all investments.
Some are riskier than others and some

hard earned dollars.

you had been giving to the bank - ygUI

will bring a bigger return,so be careful
and be sure you know and understand

all the facts before you plunge in.
Cars,tvs,stereos,furniture,etc.. are not

an investment They cost you money
that can never be recouped. Yes, you
can resell them,butonly at a fraction of
what you paid, they do not go up in
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hat A World,
hat A World!
Make A Wish
by Nancy Ford

A funny thing happened to me on the
way to domestic tranquility. It was one

of those grey,rainy, silent afternoons the kind of afternoon during which one
can go quite contentedly for hours
without hearing the sound of a another
human voice. You know the kind - a

perfect, interruption-less afternoon
which creatively- motivated people,
particularly writers,cherish. Minimum

distraction

yields

maximum

concentration, you see. Kind of like
being the Vice President.

When my Significant other arrived
home that evening, it became crystal
clear that one woman's'No big deal',is
very often another woman's 'Dear
God, What have you done to this
house?" - followed by - if you don't put
that couch back where it belongs, plan
on sleeping on it tonight.
Well. All this aversion to change came
as quite a surprise. Up until this point,
based on a number of past, pleasant
experiences, I'd come to believe that

my Honey was at least, well,flexible.If

As would any good and true writer

only I'd known - if only I'd been

worthy of her craft, I spent the
afternoon rearranging furniture.
No major rearranging occurred, mind

cautioned that it was so important to her

you.No big deal.Justslide thatloveseat
over here, angle that coffee table over
there, move the electronics from one
comer to the other. No big deal. No
walls were knocked down. I have

the 200-pound potted plant in front of

that our, furniture have a sense of
permanency -1 would have gladly left
that same window until it sprouted
roots into the carpet.

But not to worry. Eventually we

neither the constitution nor the patience
for renovation. If it's not permanent

compromised, kissed, and made up.
Happy Ending. But the fact remains
that an ounce of prevention is worth the

press or requires the strength of more
than one person to move it, it has no
place in my life.

a pound of cure, unless, of course, the
cure is only readily available in

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Mexico. In that event, an ounce of

prevention is worth the price of a bus

▼ Never, ever rearrange the

ticket to Matamoros.

Therefore, the following guide has
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Little Things that can lead to trouble in
paradise for too many lovemates.
Simply clip and magnet them to your
refrigerator between the pizza coupons
and the hurricane tracking chart.
Purchase toothpaste in the nuevo

furniture.

Nancy Ford's column.
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What A World,
oppeors every

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from the end can be springboards to
tragedy when PMS levels run high.
Private,funny little nicknames for

each other mean absolutely nothing to
the rest of the world, except as* a
substitute purgative,and should remain
private for exactly that reason.

'^F JustSay No to ex-lovers,no matter
what the request may be.

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nancy ford
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the

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A Discussion of Lesbian Literature Both New and Old

This month, T. Sumner Reviews:

Chris
by Randy Salem

Hastings
Two Novels first published in the late 50's at the
beginning of the era referred to as the golden age
of lesbian paperback originals.
This month we're going to look at two

never been good, and Chris seeks

books first published in the late 1950's
at the beginning of an era known as the
"golden age of lesbian paperback

satisfaction on the weekends when

originals".
Chris by Randy Salem is about a the
beautiful Christopher Hamilton. Chris

Carol admires Chris and her work,and

writes scientific articles on marine life

terrible life with Dizz and into her own.

and is very successful in her career. For
the pastfour years,Chris has lived with
"Dizz". Their sexual relationship has

and is determined not to let her go.

Dizz is gone.On one drunken night,she
picks up Carol Martin.
soon finds herself falling in love. Carol

is determined to get Chris out of her
But Dizz knows her power over Chris
Even while she seeks to hold onto

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Chris, Dizz is letting herself become

live a life free of her commitment, but

more and more interested in George, a

knows she cannot. Then she meets

dapper young man who caters to her

Paula Temple.

every whim.

Paula is her nephew's finance. Paula
has agreed to marry Phil as a way to
escape from her family and her
alcoholic father. But,from the moment
Paula meets Phil's Aunt Byrne, she
feels she has found the key to true
happiness. Even with all odds working
against her, Paula is determined that

This book was first published in 1959
by Beacon Books and has been re

issued now by Naiad Press. The book
gives a bird's eye view of life as a
lesbian in the late 50's. Chris is a wellwritten, emotional love story even

though I found it to be a bit naive.
Everyone you meet as you read the
book is more or less understanding
about the gay life-style.
On the other hand. Three Women by

Byrne will come to love her and leave
the dark shadow- Greta behind.
Three Women is an PYrellpnt nnvp.l Ms.

March Hastings gives us a better idea of

Hastings has captured the essence of
new love,as well as,the desperation of

the scars that discrimination can leave.

a woman trapped by her past. I would

Three Women was also published in the
late 50's by Universal Publishing and
Distributing Company and re-appears
now courtesy of Naiad Press.
Byrne and Greta are tied together by a

recommend it to everyone.

terrible event in their childhood. Greta

is mentally-ill, and Byrne feels it is her
duty to care for Greta. Byrne longs to

Both Three Women and Chris are

available from Naiad Press, Inc, P.O.
Box 10543, Tallahassee, Ha 32302.
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Gharism
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Webster defines charisma as"a special
magnetic charm or appeal." Charisma

believed that the one who Idoks away

first is the loser.

j
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isn't looks.We'veall know people who
weren't particularly beautiful that had
thatspecial something that drew people
to them. Charisma isn't money or
power - just look at George Bush.
Charisma is a great asset but it may be
hard to develop. Are you charismatic?
Take the quiz below to find out!

2. When you meet someohe for the
first time, you:

j

a. usually remember their |name and
other pertinent information !,f you meet

them again — no matter whp they are.
b.remember their name,etc.
|
butonly if
they interest you.

;

c. always have to be introduced several

1. When someone is talking to you,
you:

times before you remembei" anyone's
name.

a.look them in the eyes,but notso much
as to make them uncomfortable.

b. have a hard time looking someone in

■
I

3. When it comes to fashicfn, you:
a. make your own.

the eye, your attention wanders a bit.

b. more or less follow the tifends.

c. look at them hard, you've always

c. could care less.

Page 26* Dimensions • October 1989

draws people to you. You make others
feel special when they are around you
and therefore people clamber to be a

4.In group situations you are usually:
a. the leader, even if not officially.

b. part of the group, but not in the lead
most of the time.

part of your circle. You are a good

c. just going along, you really aren't

listener and you carry yourself with
self-confidence. You truly enjoy life

fond of groups anyway.

and it shows!

5. When you go out to a bar, you:
a. have a large group of friends and are
always meeting more.
b. stay mainly with your group of
friends but sometimes acquire new
members.

9-18
You definitely have your charismatic
moments and that's just the way you

like it. you enjoy your fiends and would
always welcome another, but you

c. usually keep to yourself or with the
person you came with.

6. In your circle of friends and
acquaintances, you:
a. tend to be the one people always
come to for advice.

prefer to keep things small and
intimate.You are loyal and affectionate
and you like to take the time to get to
know people. Having women you ve
never seen flock around you every time

you walked into a social situation
would

b. don't feel you are qualified to give
much advice but will try if asked.
c. are usually in the background.

T. You consider yourself to be:
a. self-confident most of the time.
b. self-confident in some situations but

make

you

slightly

uncomfortable. There may be times
when you wish you were more

outgoing or self-confident but you are
basically happy just the way you are.

0-8
Charisma is not your strongest point.
Although you may be kind and lovable
once people get to know you, you tend
to be a bit off-putting at first. Learn to
laugh at yourself and work on really
listening when others talk. You'll find
yourself with more friends and a social

not in others.

c. supremely self-confident.

Scoring
Give yourself points as follows:

4 points for every A answer.
2 points for every B answer.
0 points for every C answer.

calendar that seems to fill itself!

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If you scored:

19-28
Charisma could be your middle name.
You have that magnetic quality that
October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 27

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jjbIjy
Dreaming
If nothing had happened
There would be no fear of love

or my constanf fear of uncertainty
I wouldn't have any problem with trust.
To have been seen and heard as a child

I wouldn't fear Insanity.
To be able to use al my senses
taste
smell

to see and to hear
to feel

without feeling the crazlness
or the fear of when the next memory
will appear.

the heart that knew no despair.
To be able to stand naked In the mirror
and love who and what I see.

To hear you say I love you
Without any doubt why
I would just accept and believe.

To be able to cry
v/ithout any gullf or any apology.
To say no
without the fear you will abandon me.

To be able to touch and hug
vvlthout the fear of secrecy.
To have been just a little girl,
without fear to be,

to be all grown up,
without wishing someday I still could be.

There would be no question about my Identity.
Kim Wright
-Houston, TX

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oroscope
What's in the Stars for You this month?

LIBRA
(Sept 23rd - Oct 23rd)
You may not be able to get out of a
family obligation during the first week
of October. Try to be available when
someone calls for your help. From the
9th thru the 16th

a romantic

companion may be looking for a more
permanent commitment. Think it over

recent misunderstanding between you
and a loved one can be cleared up. Sit
down and talk it out calmly and all will
be well.

SAGIHARIUS
(Nov 23-Dec 21)
You may be feeling insecure and
unsure of yourselfduring the Tirst week

carefully before taking the plunge.

of October. Make an effort to look on

From the 17th thru the 23rd follow

the bright side of everything. From the

your logic and not your emotions.
There may be alot of conflict going on
around you and you'll have to be on

9th thru the 16th don't give in to a

your toes to stay outof it. From the 24th

that could have terrible consequences.
From the 17th thru the 23rd you'll

thru the 31st you can accomplish alot
more and feel better about yourself if
you will take some time alone to get
your private affairs organized.

pushy friend. Stick to your guns and
don't let them talk you into something

need to get serious about straightening
out your finances. Study all your

options before you make any decisions.
From the 24th thru the 31st you won't

SCORPIO
(Oct 24ttt -Nov 22nd)
You could find yourself with a new
romantic interest during the first week

of October. Don't count on any plans

get far if you try to mix business with
pleasure. Keep socializing to a
minimum on thejob so you can finish a
tough assignment.

you ve made since last minute snags

CAPRICORN

could develop. From the 9th thru the
16th keep a secret that has been
entrusted to you. Someone you love

(Dec 22nd - Jan 19th)
You may have a secret admirer
watching you from afar during the first

may make a decision that is strictly
private and you will lose their love and
trust if you reveal it.From the 17th thru

the 23rd you may be feeling
adventurous.Don't letanyone hold you
back, you can do almost anything right
now! From the 24th thru the 31st a

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weekofOctober.Getoutand socialize

and she Just might get up the guts to
approach you! From the 9th thru the
16th avoid getting sentimental aboutan
ex-lover. Time has a way of erasing
past hurts and makes you remember
only the good which could get you into

Property of the Center
hot water.From the 17th thru the 23rd

let your natural charm do its work.

you may need to change your mode of
operation on thejob. Step back and take
a good look at how you get things done
and then change them to make yourself

From the 24th thru the 31st you may

more efficient. From the 24th thru the

now. You'll have to buckle down and

31st some powerful influences are at
work on your behalf. Concentrate on

shape.

have to put your foot down about a
partner's spending habits. Bills have
piled up and they're all coming due

work hard to get back in good financial

realistic goals and you'll do great.

ARIES

AQUARIUS
(Jan 2(Hh - Feb 18th)

(Mar 21st-April 19)
A close relationship could be under alot

You'll have to work hard to keep your

of pressure during the first week of

attention focused on the task at hand
during the first week of October.

possible. From the 9th thru the 16th

October. You can find a peaceful
solution if you don't push so hard.From
the9th thru the 16th things at work are
calming down and you can enjoy some

be cautious about accepting an

great social activities. Get out and

invitation from someone who might be
trying to snowball you. Keep on your

enjoy yourself. From the 17th thru the

Eliminate as many distractions as

toes so you don't get taken. From the

17th thru the 23rd you may face a
minor disappointment Everything will
turn outfine if you wUlkeep your sense
of humor about the situation. From the

23rd don't let your emotions get the
better of your logic. Your feelings
could be super-sensitive so you might

put off making a big decision until
you've calmed down. From the 24th
thru the 31st you can move up on the

24th thru the 31st a trip out-of-town
could be on the agenda.Expensescould

job by staying cool while everyone

get out of hand if you don't limit

your first impressions.

yourself.

around you is losing their head. Trust

(Feb 19th-Mar 20th)

TAURUS
(April 20th-May 20th)
Be careful about basing your opinions

about a romantic matter during the first

on gossip that is making the rounds
during the first week of October. Get

PISCES
Don t let your emotions mislead you
week of October. Focus on other
interests to take your mind off the
situation. From the 9th thru the 16th a

friend you haven't seen in a long time is
back in your life. Take time to spend
with them and it could be just like old

more accurate information before

making a decision. From the 9th thru
the 16th a phone call or message could
bring you some very good news. Get
your personal affairs in order while
your feeling so good! From the 17th

times. From the 17th thru the 24th

thru the 23rd surround yourself with

don't be too forceful when trying to
gain another's affection. Back off and

and you'll have a wonderful week.You

happy people and pleasant activities

October 1989• Dinnensions•Page 31

may getsome dramatic news.From the
24th thru the 31st you could have a
feeling that you are being pushed along
without having much control on the

be feeling impatient and it could get
you in trouble. You'd be wise to listen
to the advice of someone older and
wiser.

job.Go with the flow,it's the best thing

LEO

right now.

GEMINI
(May 21st-June 21st)
You may want to take steps to slow
things down in a relationship that is
moving too fast for you during the first
week of October. From the 9th thru

the 16th you may have to put your
social plans on hold until a business

(July 23rd - August 22nd)
Don't be so quick to decide a romantic
interest is the love of your life during
the first week of October. You may
have misread a signal or mistaken your
partner's intentions. From the 9th thru
the 16th be sure you cover all bases at
work. Be patient and work slowly and
steadily to get the best results.From the

matter is worked out. This can be

17th thru the 23rd try to avoid

important to your future so don't put it

becoming involved in a dispute among
your family members. You're the
diplomat in this situation! From the

off. From the 17th thru the 23rd don't

get upset if someone seeks you out and
takes your attention away from a hobby
you enjoy. You should feel flattered
that your opinion is sought. From the
24th thru the 31st determination can

24th thru the 31st don't be fooled into

buying something from a fast-talking
salesman, investigate and compare
before making a decision.

take you far both at work and at home.
Projects you've been putting off will
getdone and you'11 still have time left to
play.

VIRGO
(August 23rd- Sept 22nd)

Don't be impatient about a relationship
during the first week of October. Your

CANCER
(June 22th - July 22th)
Be as honest with yourself as possible
about a relationship that is under stress

during the first week of October.
Talking things over calmly will help.
From the 9th thru the 16th others may
be demanding so much of your time
that you don't have any left for
yourself. Turn down an invitation if
you start feeling too rushed. From the
17th thru the 23rd nothing seems to go
as planned. Don't worry, snags won't
slow you down too much and
everything will work out in the end.

actions could ruin any chances you may
have had of making it work. From the
9th

thru the

16th

when

this

relationship takes on a more serious
tone, you may be surprised and

confused. Be honest about your
feelings. From the 17th thru the 23rd
you could be the most popular person in
your social circle this week. Enjoy all
the attention. From the 24th thru the

31st let your intuition be yoiu" guide in
a business matter. An interesting
adventure could be on the agenda.

From the 24th thru the 31st you may

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Irectory
A Listing of Service Organizations, Businesses & Clubs
ARLINGTON,TX (area code 817

Dallas Gay/Lesbian Historic Arctiives
4012-B Cedar Springs » 821-1653
Dallas Gay Youtti Group

organizations
Gay/Lesbian Association of UTA

300 Turtle Creek Plaza #116.307-7203
Dallas Outdoors
P.O. Box 35474 75235• 276-5270
Dallas Tavern Guild
3900 Lemmon Ave. #220• 526-5292

PO. Box 19348-77, UTA St, 76019
794-5140

AUSTIN. TX (area code 512)

Foundation for Human Understanding

clubs
Nexus/Petticoat Junction
401 & 401-B E. 2nd • 495-9553

528-4233

Gay/Lesbian Young Adults
528-4233

organizations

Grace Fellowstilp In Ctirist Jesus

Affirmation (Mettiodist)

2727 Oak Lawn 75219•528-2811
Lesbian Information Line (LIL)
P.O. Box 191443 75219• 528-2426
Lesbia/Gay Political Coalition
P.O. Box 224424 75222• 828-9882

7403 Shoal Creek • 451-2329
Austin Lambda
P.O. Box 5455 78763

Gay/Lesbian Student
Association at UT Austin •458-3971
Box 275 Texas Union 78712-7338

Lesbian Visionaries

P.O. Box 191443 75219•521-9642

Lesbian/Gay Rigtits Lobby

Metropiex Republicans

P.O. Box 2505 78768

P.O. Box 191033 75219.941-8114

Metropolitan Community Ctiurcti

Oak Lawn Community Services
3000 Turtle Creek Rozo,Suite 116

1100 Springdale Rd.• 929-3660
Oasis Ministry

75219-5311.520-8108

5555 N. Lamar Blvd. #L101 • 441-9191
People Helping People (PHP)

Oak Lawn Symptionic Band

P.O. Box 141021 78714.440-7669

Waterloo Counseling Center

Womyn Togettier
3920 Cedar Springs.528-4233

507 Powell 78703 • 322-9654
Texas Human Rigtits Foundation
2201 N. Lamar # 203 78705 • 479-8473
AIDS Legal Assistance 1-800-828-6417

organizations

P.O. Box 190973 75219.986-1751

DENTON,TX (area code 817)
COURAGE, Lesbian Gay Student Org.
c/o Student Activities Center

DALLAS, TX (area code 214)

P.O. Box 5067 76203.382-3813

businesses
Business Delivery Systems

n. WORTH (area code 817)

14902 Preston Rd. 75240 • 733-1108
Crossroads Market

organizations
Affirmation (Mettiodist).478-7837

3930 Cedar Springs
521-8919 or 1-800-992-6404

clubs

HOUSTON,TX (area code 713)

sue Ellen's
3903 Cedar Springs.559-0707
Desert Moon • 5903 Willis • 828-4471

clubs
Rancti.9125 S. Main.666-3464

organizations

organizations

AIDS Foundation

Affirmation (Mettiodist)
P.O. Box 225831 75222 • 948-1546

3400 Montrose #700.524-AIDS
AIDS HOTLINE

AIDS Resource Center

c/o Switchboard.529-3211
Gay/Lesbian Students

4012-B Cedar Springs 75219
Delias Gay Alliance

4012-B Cedar Springs 75219 .528-4233

October 1989 • Dimensions • Page 33

University of Houston

666 Broadway 4th Floor

4800 Calhioun • 529-3211

NY, NY 10012

Gay & Lesbian Switctiboard
P.O. Box 66591 77266 •529-3211

Houston Gay Political Caucus
P.O. Box 66664 77266 •521-1000

Kingdom Community Ctiurcti
614 E. 19fln.862-7533
Lambda ALANON
Lambda Center for Alchoholics
1214 Joanne • 521-9772

Lesbian/Gay Students
University of Houston - Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area 77058

Montrose Pool League/Billiards
PJ 863-8482
PWA Coalition - Houston
3327 Essex Lane *623-4436

NORMAN,OK (area code 405)
organizations
Women's Resource Center

P.O. Box 5089 73070

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
(area code 405)

organizations
Oasis the Community Center
2135 NW 39th 73112 * 525-AiDS

Herland Sister Resources, Inc.
2312 NW 39th 73112 * 794-7464

Womynspace

SAN ANTONIO,TX (area code 512)

P.O. Box 980601 77098-0601
880-9517 or 521-0780

Clubs

Women's Softball League

The Circle
8021 Pinebrook • 341-2818

6431 Pineshade • 868-6256

organizations

LUBBOCK,TX (area code 806)
organizations
Lubbock Lesbian/Gay Alliance
P.O. Box 64746 79464 * 796-2403

Names Project/Lubtsock
796-1800 or 744-1957

Dignity/San Antonio
202 N.St. Marys * 349-3632
Integrity/San Antonio
P.O. Box 150006 78212 * 684-4920

River City Living Metropolitan
Community Church
202 Holland 78212 * 822-1121
LISA (Lesbian Information SA)
828-LiSA (5472)

SALGA - San Antonio Lesbian &. Gay
NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Assembly * 733-7300

Affirmation: United Mettiodists for

San Antonio AIDS Foundation
P.O. Box 120113 78212-9313
San Antonio Tavern Guild • 822-2823

Lesbian/Gay Concerns
P.O. Box 1021 • Evanston, IL 60204
AIDS Action Council

729 Eighth St. S.E. Suite 200
Washington, DC 20003 *(202) 547-3101
AIDS 800 • 1-800-221-7044
Conference For Catholic Lesbians
P.O. Box 436, Planetarium Station
New York. New York 10024

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND,TX
(area code 512)
accomodations
Lyie's Deck • 120 E. Atoi St.
P.O. Box 2326 78597 * 761-LYLE

Ntl Gay Alliance for Young Adults,
Inc.P.O. Box 190426

Dallas, TX 75219-0426 .(214)307-7203

National Gay/Lesbian Clearinghouse
666 Broadway 4th Floor
NY, NY 10012

National Gay/Lesbian Crislsllne
1-800-SOS-GAYS

National Gay/Lesbian Task Force
1517 U Street NW

Washington D C. 20009 * 202-332-6483
The Fund for Human Dignity

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