Since 1979. Dr. Charny. a mathematician. and his wife Yadviga have tried unsuccessfully on a number of occasions to gain permission to leave the Soviet Union. Soviet officials have denied the Charnys exist visas because they alledge that Dr. Charny possesses classified information even though he has not had a full time job in over 8 years. In addition. Mrs. Charny. educated as an engineer. has been forced to work as a laborer in a garment factory to help support her family. Currently. Dr. Charny is gravely ill. suffering from melanoma and a heart condition. His poor health keeps Dr.