The Mail-Journal, Volume 21, Number 19, Milford, Kosciusko County, 23 May 1984 — Page 12

THE MAIL-JOURNAL - Wed., May 23,1984 —

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School news

Know your toucher

Annabelle Anglin is retiring

By MARK WEINSTEIN Staff Writer Her teaching career began at Milford’s Elementary School in 1953. Now after. 30 years of teaching, Mrs. Leo (Annabelle) Anglin is retiring following the present term of classes.” ' Her teaching career illustrates just how important it is to be in the right spot at the right time. For in 1953 Mrs. Anglin came to the old Milford Elementary school to enroll her first grader in school. “The year I started teaching was the year they had the influx of all the post war babies from World War II,” said Mrs. Anglin. “Mr. Young (Harold) asked me if I would be willing to help out. They had so many students in school and didn’t know what to do with them, so I helped.” The temporary assignment developed into a full time position. “At first they asked if I would help out for a while, said Mrs. Anglin. “That, has turned out to be a long teaching career.” Mrs. Anglin, who graduated from Beaver Dam High School, which is now in the Tippecanoe Valley School System, went on to Manchester College following her prep days. She studied in the North Manchester community until her college education was halted by marriage plans. With the switch in ideas, Leo and Annabelle Anglin moved into the Milford area. The move hazily slowed down the future teacher as she continued her education at Goshen and Grace Colleges. Mrs. Anglin finally deceived her degree from Goshen, and from that point, she started teaching. “When I got married, some of my plans changed,” said Mrs. Anglin. “But I have enjoyed all of my experiences,” said the retiring teacher. “I wouldn’t change anything.”

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ANIMAL ARTISTS? — The four first grade rooms at Syracuse Elementary School recently visited the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo. Prior to the field trip each room held an animal drawing contest. The students in each room drew a specific animal, and the winning drawings were selected by David and Susie Butler, who donated the silk screening work. Each classroom wore different colored shirts, silked screened with their animal, so that the first grade teachers could easily keep track of their rooms while at the zoo. Winners in the animal drawing contest were kneeling, left to right. Buddy Lentz, Mrs. Perrin’s room, for his penguin; and Lindsay Luczak, Mrs. Butler's room, for her panda. Standing, are left to right, Miah Mench, Miss Wieczork’s room, for his giraffe; and Scott Stewart, Mrs. Traviola's room, for his elephant.

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ANNABELLE ANGLIN

Mrs. Anglin’s history has always been around the teaching profession. Her father, three sisters and one brother all have been teachers, so she knew she would be no different. “I always knew that I was going to teach,” insisted Mrs. Anglin. “It was like a family disease. I just knew that I would do the same.” With all the memories from her lengthy teaching career, Mrs. Anglin is now preparing to spend time home on the farm, and on the road traveling. As she leaves the Lakeland School System, many memories linger in her mind. One in particular includes her present boss, Ned Speicher. “I have enjoyed teaching here,” said Mrs. Anglin. “And I especially remember when Ned Speicher was in first grade. That experience has taught me that you have to be nice to the smaller guy. You never know when he will be your boss.” Along with the unique ex-

perience of teaching while Speicher was in school, another noteworthy experience has been seeing other former students make something out of their lives. “Seeing my students make something of their lives gives me a great deal of satisfaction,” said Mrs. Anglin. “And on the other hand, seeing some that do not make it bothers me as well.” Many years have passed since Mrs. Anglin first started teaching. With many years still ahead, Mrs. Anglin and her husband will now have more time to spend with each other. Either working on the farm, traveling, or doing whatever else they would like, the Anglins can do what they please now that the burden of teaching in a classroom setting has fallen by the wayside.

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STUDENT-OF-THE-MONTH — Emily Meyers, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. William Meyers, is Milford Elementary’s May Student-of-the-Month. Emily is 11 years old and is in the fifth grade. She began singing solos and duets in grade one. As a first grader she played the part of Mary in the Christmas program. In grade three she also had a featured part in the Christmas program. Also in third grade, Emily began piano lessons. As a fourth grader, Emily had a leading role in the spring musical, “P.T. Barnum.” In the fifth grade she is a member of the Special Choir and will have a featured spot in the upcoming Fifth Grade Follies. Emily is an accomplished gymnist, having begun gymnastics at age four. She is still taking lessons. As a sixth grader she will be in the band playing trombone. Emily will also be a member of the Junior High Choir.

Two from Syracuse graduate

Peter S. Ludwig and Terry Lee Smith, both of Syracuse, received degrees at Indiana State University’s 113th commencement on Sunday, May 12. Ludwig, who received a bachelor’s degree in construction technology, is the son of Gene and Corinne Ludwig, Syracuse. Smith, who received a BFA in art, is the son of Joyce Selvey, 45 N. Shore Drive, and Wilbur Smith, Harrison Street, both of Syracuse. The Syracuse men were among 2.600 receiving undergraduate and graduate degrees. ISU President Richani G. Landini spoke and Allen Walker Read, a Columbia University professor emeritus of English who is an authority on current language usage, received an honorary degree

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MATH TEAM — The Syracuse Junior High School sixth grade recently competed along with 321 other sixth grades in a statewide Indiana Mathematics League contest. Team members pictured are front row, left to right, Shawn Kiser, Scott Berkey, Casey Kline, and Lisa Neises. In the back row are, left to right, Jim Brickey, Angie Wineland, Emily Robie and Coung Reed.

The Syracuse team’s score was 139 out of a possible 200 points. This score placed them in the top 25 percent in the state. In the region, including Kosciusko, Miami and Wabash Counties, Syracuse finished in a tie for fourth place.

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STEPPING ASIDE — Milford Elementary School will be losing two teachers and a cook when the school year ends next week. Pictured above are Annabelle Anglin, second grade teacher; Elizabeth Shaw, special reading; and Ida Fox, cook. Mrs. Anglin has taught at Milford for 30 years while Mrs. Shaw has taught 14 years and Mrs. Fox served for 21 years. In the background is the quilt made by the teachers from the elementary school. Each teachers made a square of the quilt and then Diane Schwab and Sally Wise coordinated the quilt. It was presented to Mrs. Anglin as a gift for her years of dedication and service. (Photo by Mark Weinstein)

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GRADUATES - These graduates of the Milford Christian School four and five year-old program are preparing for their big day. The seven members of the class who will graduate are front row. left to right, Stephen Davis, Shawnta Pippenger and Joshua Patterson. In the second row are, le o right, Andy Rumfelt, Greg Replogle, Bradley Kaylor and Shaun Coy.

Commencement exercises for the young graduates will be held Thursday, May 24, at 7 p.m. in the Milford Christian Church.

Swimming lessons to be given at Patona Bay Swimming instructions will be taught on Lake Tippecanoe at Patona Bay this summer. Registration for the lessons begins June 6 at 10:30 a.in. at Patona Bay. Mary Tipton, a qualified water safety instructor, will be teaching the children for her 11th year. Those students from Leesburg School are elgible to participate with only an insurance fee required for the lessons. Plain Township has offered these lessons for 20 years, according to Donald J. Boggs, Plain Township Trustee. The average attendance ranges between 60 and 90 students. Boggs noted that parents who learned how to swim through instructions like those offered at Patona Bay have brought their children over the years. For additional information, contact Boggs at 453-3749.

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CLASS PROJECTS — Students from Rudy Cesco’s general woods II and 111 clashes worked the last part of the year biding furniture, pictured above next to their product are, left, Jeff Atwood, trophy case; Brad Weisser, desk; Kyle Swartz, roH top desk; Ken Swartz,

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DANIEL HAIFLEY

Two to graduate Friday from Syracuse Christian

The Syracuse Christian School will be graduating two seniors, John Graff and Daniel Haifley, and five kindergarten students on Friday evening. May 25, at 7 p.m. The service will be in the Grace Bible Church auditorium, CR 52 and CR 35, in Elkhart County. Graff is the son of Mr. and Mrs.

Pets require care

By DR. MADELYNN ALLEN Veterinarian By getting a pet, you are assuming the responsibility for its health. From the very beginning a puppy or a kitten needs protection from disease. Maternal antibodies in the mother’s milk protect animals from disease during the first weeks of life, but later it is up to the owner to provide that protection. When you first acquite a new puppy or kitten, it should be taken to a veterinarian for a physical examination. Your vet can often detect early sighs of disease or congenital problems. Your new pet should be checked for worms and other intestinal parasites. This is done by examining a sample of the animal’s feces. Taking a sample along on your first visit is an easy way to have your pet checked. If your new puppy or kitten has worms, he can be wormed on your visit. Reworming in two to three weeks is sometimes necessary. From then on, stool checks should be made at least yearly. Puppies can be immunized against distemper virus as early as six weeks of age. The normal “puppy shots” which are combination vaccinations against distemper virus, parvo virus and A time of thanks at Syracuse The staff, Parent Teachers Organization and volunteers at Syracuse Elementary School have been busy the past few weeks exchanging thanks for each other's services during the school year. Leading off the “thank you” events was the 1984 Teachers’ Day, and later a tea was held to honor the school’s volunteers. Teachers’ Day, May 9, was sponsored by the Syracuse PTO. The PTO furnished breakfast for the teachers, and the nonteaching staff furnished flowers for each of the teachers. May 21 the faculty and staff of the Syracuse Elementary School invited all volunteers who had helped during the school year to attend a tea. The tea was held from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m., allowing volunteers to enjoy refreshments and linger to visit at their convenience.

cabinet; and Rob Carter, cabinet. Every student in the class made a product from wood and then entered it in the school's craft show. Kyle Swartz's roll top desk won first prize. (Photo by Mark Weinstein)

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JOHN GRAFF

Robert Graff and Haifley is the son of pastor and Mrs. David R. Haifley. Kindergarten students graduating are Jonathan, Burdick, Matthew Graff, Meaghan Jones, Nicholas Ritenour, and Martha Smith. The public is invited to attend.

four other major diseases of dogs are usually given in a series. These vaccinations are most commonly given at eight, 12 and 16 weeks of age. After the puppy series is complete, the annual booster is all that is needed to protect your dog against these diseases. Your dog may be vaccinated against rabies at four months of age or older. Annual boosters for rabies are recommended for protection and are required by Indiana State law. Your puppy should be started on heartworm preventative medication before he is six months old. By having your veterinarian test him each spring for heartworm and by keeping him on prevention from May to Jan. 1, you can protect him from developing heartworm disease. To keep your puppy healthy during the growth and development* stages, he should be on a diet especially for puppies. Adult dog food is not sufficient in protein, vitamins and minerals for a growing pup. If you feed your puppy table scraps, he may begin to refuse his own food. If more than 20 percent of his diet is table scraps, he is probably not getting a balanced diet. The best policy is to feed your puppy nothing but his own food. Kittens need to be vaccinated ‘ against the upper respiratory diseases and against feline distemper, which is an intestinal disease. A combination vaccine is given for these, usually at nine and 12 weeks of age. Annual boosters are sufficient after this initial disease. Rabies vaccinations for cats are not required by state law; however, rabies in cats is on the increase. Annual vaccination is recommended. Dogs and cats alike, if not purchased specifically for breeding purposes, should be neutered at an early age. Female dogs which are spayed before the first heat cycle have 26 times less chance of developing mammary cancer than dogs which are left intact. Male dogs not only have fewer problems with cancer and other infections of the accessory sex glands if castrated early, but also make better pets because they are less likely to stray or be aggressive. Male cats, if castrated at eight to nine months of age will have less objectionable urine odor and will usually not develop the habit of territorial markings or urine spraying. Perhaps the most important advantage of neutering is population control.