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Show C6 Page THE HERALD, Provo, Utah, Sunday, January 21, 1990 Food emergencies threaten Ethiopia By DIDRIKKE SCHANCHE would die because we still don't know how many are affected, but Associated Press Writer War clearly very large numbers." NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) and nature's caprice are conspiring The United Nations has appealed to create food shortages that again for an initial 700,000 tons of emerthreaten millions of people with gency food aid, about a third of starvation in Ethiopia and Sudan. which has been pledged by foreign Drought and the depredations donors. More food may be needed if wrought by two long civil wars later assessments show the situahave imperiled as many as 4 mil- tion worsening. lion people in northern Ethiopia, Morton says his agency recently according to relief officials there. began moving 60,000 tons to distriSimilarly, in neighboring Sudan bution points in the northernmost where as many as 250,000 died of province of Eritrea, much of which a resumption of still remains in government hands. hunger in 1987-8civil war fighting in a Tigre, Eritrea's southern neighhas raised fresh fears of another bor, is the main problem, Morton famine despite an extensive and, by says. all accounts, successful United NatiThe province, home to an estions-led relief operation last year. mated 2.6 million people, is entirely Men at war, not nature, have in rebel hands and consequently become the biggest threat to those inaccessible to relief agencies. in need, with governments and The rebel Tigre People's Liberaguerrillas preventing a helpful in- tion Front, which has been fighting ternational community from getting since 1975 to oust President Mengis-t- u food to hungry peasants. Haile Mariam, gained control of Holding. back the relief effort in its home province early last year. Since August, the rebels have made Ethiopia is the government's resistance to delivering food to people their greatest gains, pushing southbehind rebel lines in the rebellious ward and westward into neighborprovince of Eritrea and most par- ing provinces and moving ever closticularly in the province of Tigre, er to Ethiopia's capital, Addis leaving an untold number of people Ababa. beyond the reach of aid agencies. Ethiopia has conscripted Diplomats and relief workers fear hundreds of thousands of men to that if a way is not found to feed fight the Tigrean rebels, who pose 's these people, Ethiopia could suffer the greatest military threat to a repeat of the great famine of government. 1984-8- 5 when as many as 1 million Relief officials - nonetheless say people died. they are encouraged by the govern"It has the potential if nothing is ment's recent request that several done about it," said David Morton, indigenous relief and church agenthe U.N. World Food Program's cies study ways to get food to those behind rebel lines in Tigre and representative in Ethopia. "If food is not gotten in there in report on their findings. some way, everyone is concerned However, there is the lurking fear we'll have a famine situation result- that the government is not sincere ing from a drought situation," said about wanting to feed those it consiMorton. "We can't say how many ders the rebels' support base. - i Men-gistu- AP Laserphoto Sudanese mother cradles her starving child in her lap. A Horoscope By JOYCE JILLSON Today's Birthday (Jan. 21). There are plenty of new experiences in store for you this year. In January let loved ones know you need a change of pace. You can gain valuable insight by spending a little time alone in February and November. March is favorable for business and personal growth. In May, your independence works in your favor. Romance is possible in July. Make sure you handle practicalities swiftly in August. September brings a surprising release from the past. You could be planning a wedding in October. The moon in Sagittarius brings an atmosphere of hope and optimism. Most people will be in a brighter mood after a subdued period of the moon in Scorpio. You can make the most of the day by keeping a positive attitude. Now is the time to turn your life around. Aries (March 19). Your intellectual aspirations are easily fulfilled. Sagittarians bring you luck. Travel ventures will be successful; in fact, a chance encounter could change your life. Taurus (April fear of the unknown know. Discuss joint could be taking on can inspire success 20). You can ease your by focusing on what you do financial matters a partner too much debt. Your faith in others. Gemini (May 21). Success is possible as long as you keep a positive attitude. Answer communications as soon as possible. You should allow time for adequate rest and rejuvenation. 22). The sooner you Cancer (June a healthy lifestyle, the easier it will be to ' adopt stick with it. Sports activities bring relief from . mental stress. You'll be rewarded for your Volunteer service today. Let (July 12). You'll benefit fruni more contact with the outside world. Philosophical studies bring peace of mind. You're under dont pressure to compromise your principles give in. 22). You can get creative Virgo (Aug. with one of your practical ideas. Follow ethical guidelines with regard to relationships. There's much to be learned from foreign cultures. Libra (Sept 23). You enjoy acting on the spur of the moment. Sagittarians can bring some fun into your life. Start making plans for one of your big dreams. 21). Your sedentary Scmpi. (Oct ; lifestyle has you thinking about exploring new ' intellectual areas. You could decide to return to college. Keep your expenses under control. c. 21). Whatever you Sagittarius (Nov. ' attempt today will be a success. In order to ' make more money, you have to spend some. ' ' Avoid letting differences of opinion ruin a - friendship. 19). You don't need a Capricara (Dec. cymc&l outlook to be a realist. It's a good ideate trim tome of your business expenses. You'll . receive tome news you've been waiting to hear. It). You have less Anurias (Jan. time for your friends since someone special has ' come along. Your knowledge of a second . language brings more job opportunities. Don't worry about finances. 20). Important career Places (Feb. . project come to a completion. You could be Intrigued by a Sagittarian. Let your strong - intuitions about love guide your actions. ' Horoscope By JOYCE JILLSON Today's Birthday (Jan. 22). The settled conditions of this year bring you peace of mind. In February use money not for personal possessions, but for business growth. Be toward people of different backgrounds or beliefs. Decide more issues on your own in April. Sharing is the key to success in May. Business partnerships can thrive. September is the best time to plan a wedding. You are in a powerful financial month in November. The North Node in Aquarius favors interaction. This is the best time to develop friendships, establish business contacts, etc. (The North Node remains in Aquarius through November.) The South Node, a release point of emotions, is in Leo. With this combination, the most promising relationships will be those with the most emotion. Aries (March 19). You're able to accomplish whatever you set your mind to. travel may be necessary in order to close a deal. You can mix business and pleasure today. Taurus (April 20). It's not too early to set up an start planning for your retirement investment fund. Your career is right on track. Beware of encouraging a new romance when one is already ongoing. Gemini (May 21). You should wait for instructions before proceeding on your own. Do favors for others without thought of reward. Your interest in only large profits could be detrimental. Cancer (June 22). You need to rearrange your working space to maximize your efficiency. Your compliments put you in someone's good graces. A MayDecember love affair - could work. Leo (July 2 Aug. 22). You'll experience a sense of loss as part of the healing process. Foreign investments can expand into new areas. Collaborations succeed well. 22). Inner beauty matVirgo (Aug. ters more than outer appearance. Someone does love you, whether they say so or not. See life as the adventure it is; follow spontaneous urges. t. Libra (Sept 23). You become bored with routine activities. A sudden inspiration leads you to new adventures. Generosity and kindness motivate your actions. 21). Financial improveScorpio (Oct. ment is possible as long as you're willing to take calculated risks. Net worth is no measure Do your best to avoid legal of your entanglements. 21). Bring matters Sagittarius (Nov. to a close so you'll be ready to make a fresh start on Friday. Friends and loved ones keep both mentally and pace with your growth emotionally. 19). Instinct is your Capricorn (Dec. best guide. Taking quick action on an important matter pays off. You could have better hick selling your products overseas. 18). You're able to Aquarius (Jan. release pent-uphysical and emotional energy. Wait until Friday to start a new project Now is the time to cut back on expenditures. Pisces (Feb. 20). Your personal finances are subject to wide fluctuations. Spend time around people who can boost your confidence. You should be careful to give advice only when asked. - No Limited amounts of food can be moved to Tigre through neighboring Sudan. But aid officials express a concern that if food shipments are not begun soon, peasants will begin across long and treacherous walks embattled barren territory in search of food at government-sanctione- d distribution centers' outside Tigre. Weakened by their migration and lack of food and unable to return home, the peasants could create vast overcrowded and unhygenic famine camps similar to those of 19845 in which more people died of disease than of starvation. Similar fears surrounded the 1987-8- 8 relief operation when crop failures also threatened millions with starvation. But during that emergency, the government still had control of some of Tigre and much of Eritrea and food got through to those in need before mass migrations began. "We can't avoid drought, but we can avoid famine," Morton said. Long-terprospects, however, are not encouraging. "We've got a situation of increasing population year after year and stagnant production of food," said one aid official who spoke on condition of anonymity. "The long-teroutlook on present trends isn't m good." In southern Sudan, the resumption of. fighting between the rebel Sudan People's Liberation Army and the government has derailed relief efforts credited with averting a repeat of the 1988 tragedy. Observers say the nearly 100,000 tons of food ferried into the embattled region between April and November through "corridors of tranquility"' staved off widespread death. Both warring parties declared a to permit the series of cease-fire- s shipments. However, that informal truce broke down in late October when fighting flared. And in early November the government declared a ban on all relief flights, saying it wanted to investigate the aerial town. The bombing of a rebel-hel- d Sudan rebels have no planes. Bombings have continued in many southern towns being helped by the United Nations and the , government, never happy about food being given to areas under the rebels' control, has accused relief workers of delivering arms, ammunition and spare parts under the cover of humanitarian aid. Although- Sudan's military leadership has promised a conference to consider allowing the resumption of relief flights, aid workers fear the - worst. r charge for Cupid's stamp - LOVELAND, Colo. (AP) Cupid has a new message for lovers this Valentine's Day and volunteers are lining up to spread the word from Loveland. People around the world send their Valentines through the Love-lan- d post office each year to get the special postmark and cachet verse. Ted Thompson, 85, has been coming up with verses since he and his wife, Mabel, started the remailing program in 1947. An estimated 300,000 people will get Thompson's latest Valentine's verse: "It might just be a song bird, "Or perhaps some sparkling dew, "That brings fond recollections, "And a timeless cupid too." Thompson said recently he's not sure where he got the inspiration. "It takes the whole year for me to get something I'm satisfied with. It's a hard thing for me. Some people are born to write a verse for you, but that's far away from me." Since it stamped 300 pieces of mail its first year, more than 7 Monday, January 22, 7 p.m. UVRMC Clark Auditorium dramatize the singer's early years in a new half-hoseries, "Elvis." The series will have a special premiere Feb. 6 at 9:30 p.m. EST, the network said Tuesday. Filmed in Presley's hometown of Memphis, Tenn., and starring Michael St. Gerard, "Elvis" will start its regular Sunday night run Feb. 11, succeeding "Free Spirit," which ABC has canceled. T mm MiM'WMaMiiifliHw million Valentines have passed through the program. The mail is by about 50 senior-citize- n volunteers. There's no charge for the extra touch, which begins Monday and continues through Feb. 14. hand-stamp- Presley series to premiere NEW YORK (AP) Elvis Presley is still dead. But ABC will jiimiw i Bill and Christina Marshall ABC said "Free Spirit," a comedy that premiered last September, will have its final broadcast Sunday. Special prograrnrning will fill its time period on Jan. 28 and Feb. 4, ABC said. program. It Bring the entire family to this free one-hofocuses on how to help families be happier or as happy as they can be. Learning through involvement is the theme of the presentation. All family members will leave with skills to enrich the family. It will be presented by Dr. Bill Marshall, his wife Christina Marshall, and their children. Dr. Marshall is currently the Assistant Director of Behavioral Medicine at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center, an adjunct faculty member at BYU, and has a private practice in marriage and family therapy. Christina Marshall, a family life educator, teaches at BYU, and has several popular books with Dr. Marshall. Space is limited, so participants are encouraged to come early. For information call ur William Perm signed a friendship treaty in 1683 with the Lenni Lenape Indians near present-da- y Philadelphia. MATTHEWS & CO. WOODCRAFTING CUSTOM DESIGN - ANYTHING FROM OUR TREASURE CHEST OF IDEAS! ft I 379-717- 6. Entertainment Centers Vanities Gun Cabinets Book Shelves Mantles Children's Furniture Desks Cabinets Cedar Chests Department of Behavioral Medicine . UTAH VALLEY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER FREE ESTIMATES! 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