Show ' " $ m:irntfr igpwggiTijiw fjBjTkflv? iiitf airtiiiWwiirTrf lififnNigifiSrtftr-i- NrryiigifliTi Thanks a Million The Salt Lake Tribune Gift of Bunk Beds Solves Problem for 2 Children For the Minneapolis millionaire Percy Rou Is internationally known for his philanthropic works and likes to encourage others to help solve problems lor those In need He has earned a fortune and a wealth of knowledge during his lifetime and wants to share both before his death His motto Is: “He who gives while he also knows where It goes’ lives Dear Mr Ross: I’m writing because you’re the only one I can turn to for help You see I have two kids ages 5 and 2 My problem is I need some bunk beds for them Right now they both sleep in the same twin bed My daughter had a urine infection and used to wet the bed Her infection is cured now only the bed is a mess because the smell is so strong No one can go in the room because of the stench from the bed My daughter started school and the smell of urine stays in her hair I try to wash it daily but sometimes if we’re in a rush for school it can’t be done The reason I can’t afford new bunk beds for my kids is I’m on Public Assistance Most of my money goes toward paying my rent and electric Sometimes I can’t even do that Please — a set of bunk beds is so necessary yet so far out of my reach Ms WR Philadelphia Pa Dear Ms R: I assume you’re a single parent who feels she’s doing everything to keep the family together with the funds of poverty I empathized with you and was left with the feeling of: “When are things ever going to get better?” beMaybe today is that day cause the check I’m sending will cover the cost of the new bunk beds It’s not going to solve all your problems but it’s one less you have to cope with today Dear Percy: So you’re the one hiding all the US dollars! My future wife and I want to live a bizarre lifestyle We want to raise miniature horses We want our dreams but need the dough to start our project I guess $600000 should do it for land buildings and a few horses for breeding If we get the money we can get married at once — and get busy on the breeding Mr KK Milwaukee Wis Dear Mr K: At least you’ve got the horse before the cart as to when you’re going to begin breeding As for your request if you’re waiting for me to grant it before you get married you can figure on being single for a lifetime Dear Mr Ross: My problem is about four months ago our water heater broke I’m a mother of eight children ranging in ages from 15 to 1 year and am awaiting the arrival of my ninth child We live on a limited income During the summer cold water is uncomfortable — but bearable Now that vinter is here I fear my chil- dren will get ill I need $250 for a hot water heater I know it’s a lot but I could pay you back $10 a month If you can help us we will thank you every time we take a nice warm bath Mrs LS Santa Maria Calif Dear Mrs S: If you and the children bathe on daily basis that would mean nine ” a day or over the course of a year 3285 Save your breath because your family having the comfort of hot water again is thanks enough for me My check is on the way “thank-you’s- co You moy wnie to Percy Ross (the Salt lake Tribune) f O Box 35000 Minneapolis Minn 55435 Please include a phone number Ail letters sent to Mr Ross ore read Only a lew ore answered In this column although others may be acknowledged privately © 1987 Percy Ross Distributed by King features Syndicate Pontiac M&y Offer Firebird As Convertible Hard-to-Buy-f- F7 Sunday December 13 1987 Person or How About Island or Village? 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