The Mail-Journal, Volume 23, Number 34, Milford, Kosciusko County, 20 August 1986 — Page 13

Milford's Main street

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IF YOU are a kid and it’s almost time to go back to school what can you do to take up some of the time of a long summer day? Because this is the USA you hold a yard sale, just like the adults do! That's what Jessie Reeves. Michelle Kistner and Lori Reeves did one morning last week. Jessie and Lori are brother and, sister and are from Pierceton. Michelle is their cousin. The trio was spotted at Michelle s home southeast of Milford. Our photographer didn't have time to stick around to see if they sold any of their items or not but free enterprise was at work and the kids seemed to be enjoying themselves while they were doing »t- > —o— MOBILE DJ will be in Milford Friday night for the last street dance of the Milford Sesquicentennial. Members of Mobile DJ are Randy Petersen. Pat McGinnis and Brad Brew . As in the past, a freewill offering will be take f n. Sesquicentennial chairman Jean Treesh states Mobile DJ is a group of young men who play at weddings. receptmns. etc. They promise a mixture of music with no hard rock. The dance will begin at 7:30 p.m. —o— TO ANYONE interested in the study of probabilities, we offer this challenge: Sharon ( Dewart, 1 Keller of Indianapolis. daughter of Randall and Gwendolyn Dewart of North Main Street. Milford, has three daughters, , Kristin. Vicki and Kathy. Each has a birthday this month, and the birthdays all fall, on the day of their age For example, Kristin turned 17 on August 17, Vicki will be 22 on Friday. Aug. 22. and Kathy will be 25 next .Monday, Aug. 25. Their mother is a 1959 graduate of Milford High School and is well known in the Milford community. The problem is this: For anyone having three children, what is the probability that they are all three girls 9 And what is the probability of each having birthdays fall on the day of the month of their birthday 9 And what is the probabilty of all three falling in the same month 9 Don’t look for the answer in this column, 'cause it won’t be here. —o — A NOTE from Berniece H. Dwyer called our attention to the fact that the reunion she reported on was the Wuethnch reunion and not the Wuthrich reunion as noted in this paper. We apologize. Her copy was Correct and the error should have been caught. —o— A SECURITY light was put up at Graff’s Trailer Court by the town of Milford last Friday. It is located at Ulrich Drive and Charles Bird Lane. —o— ALSO NOW in place are the school safety flashers purchased jointly by the Milford ParentTeachers Organization and the Town of Milford. The new flashers are located on SR 15. One is to slow traffic coming from the north; the other to slow traffic coming from the south. "HOW WOULD You Like to Teach in Africa?” That’s the title of the brochure Dorothy Williams noticed in the library of Milford High School where she was teaching. Why should that sentence seem so exciting? After ail, Dorothy was a respected teacher at Milford, and she enjoyed working with her students. Her own three children were in college or on their own, and she was a widow, very involved and secure in the community of

Milford. Indiana. Why would she even think of teaching in Africa? Yet. she studied the brochure, and sent her answer — Yes! The governments of Ghana and Nigeria requested teachers from many countries to help educate their people. The Church of the Brethren had written the brochure Dorothy saw. and the Hershey Chocolate Foundation sponsored a 10-year program of education for the countries. Dorothy was assigned to Ghana, where she taught English and Latin in a type of boarding school for 500 girls. It was patterned after the British system of education. with much memorization and written work required. The day began with Chapel at 7 a.m.. which Dorothy and other teachers and Peace Corps members took turns in leading. Classes began immediately, with breaks mid-morning and for lunch. The hottest part of the day was a rest time. Examinations followed each three-month session. with a big examination at the end of the five years of high school. If a student did not pass that final test, she received no credit for the five years of study. For those who passed, two more years of study were required before she could enter a university. All courses were in English. Dorothy taught a total of four years in Ghana. Most of the girls were from the Ashanti tribe, the one that fought the British to the end to gain independence. The first president of independent Ghana. Nkrumah, visited the school to show appreciation for the help in educating his people. Dorothy was able to shake hands with him. Later, when Rawlings was the leader, he. too, shook her hand. The government recognized the importance of education to improve the country. While Dorothy was in Ghana, she lived in a bungalow with a wood stove. Imagine burning beautiful mahogany wood — that's what they used most often. She had an All-American garden with tomatoes, cucumbers, and zinnias. She did most of her shopping in markets. Her days were filled with teaching and grading papers, working into the evening hours. However, on weekends, she could visit surrounding areas and play the organ for various church services or speak to the church classes. During Christmas vacations. Dorothy accepted invitations from students to stay with their families. One year Dorothy stayed with Comfort’s family, and Mercy lived in the same village. The girls were often named for virtues The language of the people was Ashanti Twi, so the girls often interpreted. Dorothy had her own room in the thatched-roof bungalow, and ate with the family. Their favorite meal was goat stew, with vegetables and lots of hot peppers. Most of the food in Ghana was highly spiced, and Dorothy enjoyed that type of cuisine, but Comfort’s family soon learned Dorothy couldn’t take too many peppers in her stew. One fascinating aspect of the culture in Ghana is the importance of stools. Each family member had his own stool, and others would not sit on' it, somewhat like a father’s favorite chair in American homes. The tradition is related to a legend that the stool originally came down from heaven. The ruler of Ghana always had a special stool rather than a throne. When a person (lien, his stool was blackened and placed over his grave. Kente cloth is made only in Ghana, of native materials col-

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ored brilliantly with vegetable dyes, and woven on hand looms the villagers make themselves. Then the small squares are pieced together as a quilt block is made here. Dorothy treasures a length of kente cloth she wears as a'sash. While in Ghana. Dorothy was the assistant head mistress of the school, comparable to vice principal here. She became a good friend of the head mistress, Mrs. Tette. and attended Catholic Church with her and her family more often than other services. Mrs. Tette’s young daughter. Armedia, would sit on Dorothy’s lap. Now Armedia is studying to be a doctor in Washington, D.C. When she came to America, she brought Dorothy a beautiful stool made of mahogany and a light wood in alternating stripes, and beautifully carved. 'Armedia graduated from Manchester College and Howard University, and is now interning before returning to Ghana. The government has paid for her education. If she serves at least four years in Ghana, she will not need to repay the debt. Armedia plans to remain in Ghana to serve her people. There may not be another doctor for hundreds of miles from her clinic. Both Mrs. Tette and Armedia have visited Dorothy in Indiana, and she hopes to-be able to visit in Ghana. She would really like to be able to take her family with her. One of Dorothy's former students". Mercy, is now a nurse in a hospital in Harlem. She is married and has three children, yet she calls Dorothy once a month and starts. “Hi Mom: "I treasure my former students," said Dorothy. "Often I meet a student on the street, and we hug. 1 really enjoy visiting with those 1 have taught. Aurea stops by often. Cm very happy for her.” 'Aurea was a student of Dorothy's when she returned to teach in Milford. Aurea s parents moved here from Old Mexico, and they, too realized the value of education. Aurea worked very hard to learn English and to achieve in school. When Dorothy retired from teaching, she still tutored Aurea for two years. Now Aurea has attended Ball State University, worked as a teacher's aide in Milford, and will be a senior this year at Goshen College. She plans to be a teacher, too Eight years ago Dorothy moved to Greencroft in Goshen. She’s not sitting in a rocking chair. She swims at Shanklin Park each day, serves on the Board of LaCasa, cares for the flowers around Greencroft and the First Presbyterian Church, works with the Church Library, handles the gift books program for the Goshen Public Library, works in the Greencroft gift shop, and has three gardens. Why would she plant three gardens? Dorothy answered "It’s nice to have fresh foods for myself and to share with others who don’t have gardens, like Emma Hartzier, who has been in an iron lung for 30 years. I like to visit her here at Greencroft, and she loves fresh vegetables.” What does Dorothy plan next? “I’d like to teach on an Indian Reservation sometime in my life.’’ Dorothy spent two summers long ago in remedial reading programs in New Mexico with Spanish students, but teaching on an Indian Reservation would be different. Dorothy will always search for a new challenge, and those near her will benefit from her quiet, unassuming, yet joyful presence. —o— The article on Mrs. Williams was written by staff writer Judy Steckiey.

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\ special occasion of one type or another was being observed when this week's photo wife taken. The interurban is stopped at the station as people are getting on or off and a number of area residents are shown lining the streets. The photo is an exceptional one of the town’s Main Street at the turn of the century and clearly shows the Milford Drug Company and other businesses

Donnelley expands in Hong Kong R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company. the nation's largest printer, has expanded its international operations by opening a financial printing service center in Hong Kong n Located in the heart of Hong Kong's financial community, the office is a part of the company's subsidiary. R.R. Donnelley Far East Ltd . which is establishing its headquarters in Tokyo and also has facilities in Singapore. Dei A Bishop, a 13-year Donnelley veteran, has been named president of R.R. Donnelley Far East. Ltd. and is moving to Tokyo with his wife and son. He will oversee all-Donnelley operations in the Far East. Donnelley entered the Far Eastern business marjiet two years ago by establishing a satellite communications network linking the U S., the United Kingdom and the Far East. The company is further strengthening its rol£ as a worldwide financial printing force by installing state-of-the-art equipment in its Far East facilities. Foreign aid U.S. military officials in five countries have wasted millions of dollars in foreign aid. much of it on such extravagances as luxury housing and a flight to a birthday party. Pentagon audits say.

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SESQUICENTENNIAL DOLLARS — As the result of funds left over from the Milford Sesquicentennial celebration, checks for $5,000 each were distributed on Tuesday night to the Milford Library and the Milford Area Development Council, The check to the library will be used for the renovation program which is underway with MAD expected to purchase three new signs for

Jamsand jellies Fruits that are too ripe for freezing and canning are excellent for jams, jellies, conserves. and marmalades.

Here comes the interurban

along Milford’s Main Street. One thing we can t explain is the lack of vehicles, other than the interurban, on Main Street. Most photos of the town show horses or cars or a mixture of both. This one is void of either Almost makes one wonder if the interurban was making its first stop in the town. Can anyone help us with this one”

Try breadcrumbs Toss unseasoned bread crumbs with butter and use for a * opping for tomato halves. Broil until tinged with brown.

Wed., August 20,1986 — THE MAIL-JOURNAL

the town and chairs for the community building with at least part of its funds. The checks were presented as part of the Milford Library’s "Before" open house last night. From left are Friends of the Library head Becky Doll, Librarian Mary Juris, Sesquicentennial Treasurer Don Arnold, MAD President Donn Kesler and Sesquicentennial President Jean Treesh.

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