| Show 4F The Salt Lake Tribune Sunday November 26 1989 Thanks a Million Old Cadillac Gains a Little Sustenance For Good Owner Recovery Program Minneapolis millionaire Percy foil Is Internationally known lor his philanthropic works andllkes to encourage others to help solve problems lor those In need He has earned a fortune and a wealth ol knowledge during his lifetime and wants to share both before his death His motto Is: "He who gives while he lives also knows where It goes" W - Dear Mr Ross: Well I'm sitting in a hospital room dressed in a white uniform and' caring for an elderly lady I haven't always been a productive and" caring woman It's been three years since I walked a road which tortured my two sons and almost killed me Back then I can remember hearing "about you and thinking I should write a sob story to get funds for drugs That letter never got written but tonight when I read your column I thought about what I needed I can honestly say I don't need anything Times get rough especially financially but no matter what or when if I just apply myself something alcomes through ways ' Today I don't do drugs Today I don't drink Today I don't lie cheat or steal I've found that living with life on life's terms is very rewarding: Why I even bought an old Cadillac' "Rose Ann" Not that driving a "Caddy" means I've got it made because she's an awfully thirsty bugger But driving to my job sure makes me feel worthy So Mr Ross all I'd really like from you is to send me a rose as a reward for the turnabout I've made in my life — Ms LR Evansville Ind Dear Ms R: Congratulations! It sounds like you're working a good recovery program and that it is in fact working for you Thanks a million for sharing your success story in overcoming addiction As for your request "A rose is a drug-ridde- me focus on solving the problems of today — Mrs DP Indianapolis Dear Mrs P: I've never lost a child but I am the only survivor of the family I was Percy x Ross born into The secret to successful living is to solve the problems of today and put the past where it belongs — behind us I'm pleased my column was of assistance to you in an indirect way However I'd still rather help fix your bathroom than pay for a grave marker That's why I'm now offering you direct assistance in the form of a check to solve your problem rose is a rose" but my $100 check to buy gas for "Rose Ann" will make a difference in getting wherever you want to go Best wishes n Dear Mr Ross: A few months ago I had written requesting two grave markers You never sent me a check Instead I read a reply to a similar request in your column It said something on the order that life was for the living you can't help the deceased Up until I saw your answer in black and white I let myself live in a deep depression However I realized then that I could go on for the sake of my husband and surviving twin son My husband is laid off now but this doesn't cause the strain it once would have — we've been through worse He is working odd jobs and one looks like it might lead to a permanent position I am proud of him but I'd like to lighten his load a little You see we moved from an overpriced apartment to a used mobile home The only problem is the bathroom floor — it has rotted The tub is rusted around the faucets and water seeps through The floor needs replacement and so does the tub We can get a tub at cost and buy the other materials for a reasonable price Until then we are using the sink for bathing If you could help I'd appreciate it If not I still want to thank you for helping Dear Mr Ross: I'm writing concerning my sister and myself She's 19 and I'm 20 We are very embarrassed to ask but we are flat chested and want larger breasts We haven't got enough money for the operations We have been cut down and made fun of for so long Neither one of us feels very good about ourselves because of the ridicule So I'm asking for $5300 because the cost would be $2650 each If you decide to give us the money we will definitely give you proof of the operations — Miss TA and Sister Tampa Fla Dear Sisters: Today is one of those days where I seem to be able to walk In everyone's shoes However I haven't gotten so soft that I'm actually entertaining the idea of giving you $5300 A little voice told me that If you want to alter what the good Lord has given you you should pay for it on your own -- co You may write to Percy Ross The Salt lake Tribune PO Box 350O0 Minneapolis Minn 55435 Include a telephone number If you wish All letters sent to Mr Ross are read Only a lew ore answered in this column although others may be acknow- ledged privately © 1989 PERCY ROSS Distributed by Creators Syndicate Inc VALUEcare raw C n 1 s-- i From now until December you can open a fixed rate CD at American Investment Bank and take leave it after 30 days— Rate Month CD With A Fixed Penalty-Fre- e Withdrawal After Just 30 Days 1 it mmsmma ft mmtbmrymm" SL3Sa JmmALMmaiar "With Blue Cross and Blue Shield or That's right With our new CD you get both safety This means that you can make a one-tim- e withdrawal any time after 30 days with no penalty whatsoever CD rates for as long as you And you'll earn our FDIC-msure- d maintain your account Whether you take it or leave it call for CD a that is hard to beat This offer is If3!! 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