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Page4A THE BATTALION WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 1979 Wood-burning stove damages exposed skin United Press International CHICAGO — The energy crisis may indirectly be giving people brown-splotched skin, the American Academy of Dermatology says. Dr. Robert W. Goltz, AAD presi dent and head of dermatology at the University of Minnesota, said the in tense heat of the wood-burning stove, which has been making a com eback in the United States since the energy crunch began, can perma nently discolor exposed skin. He said the skin mutations dis appeared in the United States when central heating was introduced, but are still common in countries, such England, where many people burn wood and coal homes. to heat their High temperature and infra-red rays cause the brownish blotches, wbich in Some cases may be perma nent, Goltz said. He said the discoloration is far more serious than the skin reddening caused by sunlight or fire light. Some medical experts have found the mutations produced by the stove’s heat to be pre-cancerous, he said. Goltz said families can protect themselves by keeping exposed skin areas a safe distance from direct heat. What’s up at Texas A&M Wednesday ART EXHIBIT: Trilogy Part I — THE EIGHT, from the collection of J. W. Runyon ’35, will be on exhibit until Dec. 9 on the first floor of the Library. Docents are available 12:30-1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday for guided tours. AGGIE CHRISTMAS CARD SALES: The Class of’80 will be selling Christmas cards in the MSG and at the MSG Box Office in Rudder Tower through Dec. 14. A package of 10 is $2.50, and there are two designs to choose from. CRAFTS & ARTS: MSG Arts & Crafts will sponsor a Fair from 9 a. m. to 6 p.m. at Rudder Fountain. EUROPE CLUB: Will meet at 8 p.m. at Mr. Gatti’s. Yearbook pictures will be taken at 8:15 p.m. in Zachry. IRANIAN STUDENTS: The Immigration and Naturalization Service will meet with Iranian students from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the International Center, Room 251, Bizzell Hall. Students should bring the following items: passport, Form 1-94, evidence ofcurrent address (bills, for example), a letter stating they are in good stand ing with the University (which can be obtained from the Interna tional Office), and a letter showing how many hours they are taking this semester (obtained from the registrar’s office). PANHANDLE HOMETOWN CLUB: Will meet at 7:30 p.m. in Room 139, MSC. Spring officers will be elected. PHI DELTA GAMMA: Will meet at 7:30 p.m. at 413 Brookside Dr., Bryan to celebrate Founders Day. Dr. Ethel Tsutsui will show slides of Japan and a brief enactment of the beginning and history of Phi Delta Gamma will be presented. STUDENT Y: Will hold a Share Group at 9 p.m. in the Mediation Room, All Faiths Chapel. • High Quail Electronic games, toys rins. ut> sales HIGH CLASS — NOT HIGH PRICED CUTS FOR MEN AND WOMEN the VARSITY SHOP Welcoming our newest stylist DENNIS STORY Across from the Campus Theatre 301 Patricia OVERNIGHT RATES — M DURING THE DAY Reductions €f Dissertations Collation & Binding&PatUBns ring up United Press International NEW YORK — More than 100 electronic games and toys will be on the market during the 1979 Christ mas season, compared to about 45 such items last year, say toy industry sources. Sales of electronic games totaled about $40 million in 1977, their first year on the market. Indus try sources believe the volume will reach $500 million by 1980. WE HAVE A XEROX 9400 - THE BEST COPYING MACHINE IN THE WOMDf 846-7401 Kinko’s Graphics, Inc. 201 Collesre Uain St. 17131846-9608 Panhandle Hometown Club election of officers for next semester Wed. December 5, 7:30 room 139 MSC ZACHARIAS GREEN HOUSE CLUB & GAME PARLOR DANCE & PLAY TO COUNTRY & WESTERN TONITE STORAGE U - LOCK - IT 10 x 20 - $25 693-2339 BATTERIES 33.50 exch 37.50 exch 33.50 exch 37.50 exch 33.50 exch 6 volt VW 12 volt VW 6 volt MG 12 volt Honda 12 volt Datsun Toyota, Subaru PASSPORT AUTO SUPPLY 1403 Harvey Road on Hwy. 30 1 block west of East Bypass 693-9411 — NO COVER CHARGE — 1201 HWY. 30 (IN THE BRIARWOOD APTS.) ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ MSC ARTS AND TEXAS CIRCUIT present BOOKFAIR: December 7 12:00-5:00 Main Concourse MSC POETRY WORKSHOP: December 8 2:00 Cedarhouse Press Also — Poetry Readings by: David Oliphant Susan Bright Joseph Colin Murphy From 7:30 to 10:00 Cedarhouse Press WWUMW VWtf VI* WW Vtf WVWtfWttWVUttlrfVWW VW WV WVWWUMH WU WWWMMVWV wwv w w w wwww vm HILLEL FOUNDATION: Rabbi Kessler will discuss “The Declin- Of The Jewish Community” at 8 p.m. in Room 350, MSC. PRE-THEOLOGICAL SOCIETY: Will meet at 7:30 p.m. in 211, Academic Bldg. All interested students are urged to attend YOUNG AMERICANS FOR FREEDOM: Will meet at 7:30pm Room 206, MSC. The film “The Salt Syndrome” by the Ameri® Security Council will be shown. CHRISTMAS GIFTS: Chrome mobiles of sports, seagulls and sail boats will be sold by the Badminton Club from 8 a.m. to5p.i through Dec. 8 on the first floor, MSC. Gifts are $10 and under Thursday ca 3 “THE WIZARD OF OZ”: Judy Garland stars in a fairy tale about young girl’s journey “over the rainbow.” Will be shown at8an 10:30 p.m. in Rudder Theater. Admission — $1.25. BLACK ENGINEERS: Will meet to discuss “High School InteracI tion” at 7:30 p.m. in Room 103, Zachry. MSC CAMERA: Will meet 7:30-8:30 p.m. in Room 137-A, MSC Spring programs will be decided. SKI CLUB: Will meet at 7:30 p.m. in Room 601, Rudder. The meetinj is especially for those going on the Christmas Steamboat Trip, DEADLINE: Thursday is the last day for entering the Racquetbal Club Singles Tournament. Sign up in Room 221, MSC. E.E. STUDENT WIVES: Will meet at 8 p.m. in the homeofJoJ Painter. Members are asked to bring greenery for centerpiece, FENCING CLUB: Will meet at 7 p.m. in Room 256, G. RollieWhite | Duel with University of Texas and a beginner’s class tournament will be discussed. By O Bi Texas Ai> lant Depar mcerned v . the camp hat lies b( wage colli The depai ( e collect ic eased sev jnpus co ilding pr< Two |ten consul at may res Iruction an The most wage line jbrary exp ar north s d McFat used any; ssibility o e future 1 We ight be pr the dormi ;n,” syste eigel said I CHRISTMAS CAROLING: The Retired Senior Volunteer Progran uc j v ” will sponsor carolng and a party for RSVP volunteers. Caroling\i( begin at 2 p.m. at Bryan Hospital and at 2:45 p.m. at St.Joseph) Hospital. The party will begin at 3:30 p.m. in the MeetingRoon, treet jj ne First Federal Savings and Loan, 2900 Texas Ave. SMITH COUNTY HOMETOWN CLUB: Will meet at 8 p.m intb MSC Lounge. Aggieland pictures will be taken. METHODIST STUDENT MOVEMENT: Will meet at7p nn Room 607, Rudder. Spring activities will be discussed CAMPUS CRUSADE: Will meet at 7:30 p.m. in Room 204, Hai rington. BASKETBALL: The men’s team will take on Texas Lutheran at"1 p.m. in G. Rollie White. Friday roperly. However IcFadden aven’t bet roblems ii Larry He uate studt ngineerin] verloadinj ne, much ampus wi rodular d< irectly af lose locat: aid. A Physi sited that irm not hi nent offic itreet line y. Since it: ine has nt iccumulati ind areas ( To lesse: low was d mother lir lid the stu ;o ; be rout< BOOKFAIR: Will be held noon to 5 p.m. on the MSC Mall. Spoil’ itreet line sored by the Arts Committee in conjunction with Texas Circuitan(l|?J The 15- Cedarshouse Press. Runs from niversity hree line BASEMENT COFFEEHOUSEJames Durst will perform in Basement Coffeehouse at 8 p.m. Tickets available in MSC I Office and at the door. Admission — $2. WATER SKI: Will have a winter party at 7:30 at Nelson’s house. Maps for directions available in the Recreation cubicle in Room MSC. SINGLES RACQUETBALL: Begins its tournament at 6 p in. ia Deware Fieldhouse. Tournament will continue through Sunday The stud aste watei one potato, two potato... ■2510 TEX A budding new taste sensation appear ing now in College Station! mam? OPEN NOW!! (GRAND OPENING MONDAY, DEC. 3) Open 10:30 a.m. til 10:30 p.m. 102 Church Street College Station Behind Northgate (Formerly DSP) Graduate i Rosponsib to develop skills. TGI growth wit 50<: OFF ANY ENTREE WITH THIS OFFER GOOD THRU DEC 10 PH. 846-0720 i JOIN THE ALL-STARS IN COLLEGE BOWL A Tournament of Wit / Skill, and General Knowledge. Entry Open to All A&M Students For more Information Come by the Student Progam Office MSC 216 Call 845-1515 Deadline December 20,1979 Playoffs in January m mom ■^1