Wolf, 
Cable Firm 
Will Meet 
Session Scheduled For 
Feb. 2 Is Prompted By A 
Programming Dispute That 
Could Affect 28,000 Local

Anna Kudey 
Jan. 7, 1994 
Anna Stupak Kudey, Formerly Of Dupont, Died Friday At Mountainview Care 
Center, Scranton.

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A video-game warning that we'd like to see &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 The video-game industry has announced it will develop a rating system to
help parents select games for childrenWe suggest the following categories:
"Somewhat Suitable," "Not Suitable" and "We're Ashamed To Have Made This
Game." &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Then even the "Somewhat Suitable" games could carry a warning label, which
might read something like this. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 "If you're wondering why we're calling this product `somewhat suitable,'
it's to remind you that video gaming, like television watching, is an
inherently risky business for children. That's because many children lack the
self-control to turn off the games on their own. They need you, the parent, to
set limits for them -- and that's a job that many of you seem to be sorely
neglecting. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 "Want proof? Well, how about the fact that thousands of you bought your
kids `Mortal Kombat,' and thus made ratings like these necessary in the first
place? Face it, parents who smile (or look the other way) as little Johnny
rips the spinal column out of his opponent aren't likely to say, `Remember,
Johnny. Twelve spinal rippings a day is it, at least until you finish your
homework.' &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 "We're not exactly talking about pillars of discipline and restraint here. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 "You see, folks, violence in these games always was and will be a side
issue. The real issue is parental willingness or unwillingness to exercise
control. Even the gentlest video game takes an ominous tinge when kids play it
until their eyes glaze, and just ask any schoolteacher if you think that
doesn't happen. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 "So we'll repeat our description of this game as `somewhat suitable.' It's
a harmless enough diversion if played in moderation; that's the limit that's
up to you. But not even our Washington lobbyists are brash enough to claim
that video gaming is good for your child, the way society accepts that book
reading and Boy or Girl Scouting can be. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 "By the way, have you taken a walk with your child lately? There are birds
to watch, trees to identify and clouds to describe in or near almost every
American neighborhood. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 "And trust us, your children will remember those strolls a heck of a lot
longer than they'll remember this game. -- A message from the video game
industry. "

A Video-game Warning 
That We'd Like To See 
The Video-game Industry Has Announced It Will Develop A Rating System To Help 
Parents Select Games For Children.

A Video-game Warning That We'd Like To See The Video-game Industry Has Announced It Will Develop A Rating System To Help Parents Select Games For Children.