Class of 1976 40th Reunion
by Maralyn Fink
On Saturday evening I joined the Class of 76 at Bruno’s for their reunion. The event started at 6 pm and was in full force when I arrived a while later.
It was nice to see some of the members that I know I don’t see often.
Pizza and trimmings were on the food menu, so all bases were covered.
There were 45 class mates and/or spouses on hand as well.
Attending were:
Corinne (Lawrence) Trimbach
Natalie (Braman) Thelen
Lynette Crosby
Vicki (Mee) Price
Sally Wesner) Danneberger
Margarita(Rositas) McWilliams
Deb (Bebow) Badgett
Julie (Turini) Lehman
Sherri (Desprez) Falkenstein
Rhonda (Houska) Riebow
Bonnie (Britten) Gregory
Marcia Allen
Robin (Clark) Fifield
Martha (Rosner) Ryckman
Mary Rosner
Cindy (Gladstone) Moore
Kathy (Miller) Shannon
Nancy Rogers
Mary Ellen (Cardenas) Pertler
Dawn (Harr) Stratford
Michelle (LaBrie) Feindt
Dori (Kus Smith
Melody Keener
Rosa Soliz
Judy (Henning) Mills
Patty (Perry) Graves
Lori (Pouch) Verlinde
Debbie (Anderson) Knight
Roger Gregory
Bob Mills
Ryan Pertler
Jamie Teighert
Cheryl (Elliott) Fraizer
Frankie Rohrbach
Nick Koenigsknecht
Vincent Vitek
Tom Verlinde
Al Villarreal
Pete Kurncz
Dan Iacovoni
Steve Iacovoni
Jim Eaton
Steve Cochrun
Kurt Simon
Bob Pettigrew
Well, I guess I’ll have “one for the road” – Sprite that is.
Thanks, Corinne and the Class of 1976, for the pictures, fun and meeting all of you. It was great!
This week’s Mystery Photo
Where is this?
Can you tell us where this is located? Drop us a line at mail@sjindy.com.
207 S. Mead St.
The current owners are John and Lynn Priester. Previous owners include: Arnold Wiles, Richard Raymond, Jon Berkhousen, Beth Hiatt, Todd Botwell, Scott and Renee McCausey, and Thomas and Dawn Flynn. In 1950 Austin Peck lived there.
A Look Back – An Art Display at Central National Bank
Barry Clark Bauer
In 1968 Mrs. Judy Bollard of Middleton visited the Friends of the Library Art Exhibit at the Central National Bank last week.
Paintings are: on first pole, “Lakeside” by Warren Anderson and “Daffodils” by Georgiana Kelly; on second pole, “Countryside” by Gladys Schueller, “Driftwood with Bottle” by Betty Penix and “Fruit Still Life” by Joan Ernst; on third pole, “Paysages d’Alsace” by William Morris and “Owl” by Romaine DeCamp. The large painting at right is “Quiet Sea” by Warren Anderson.
Benny and Jessie’s Pet Info – Chlorine in Pools: Is it Safe for Pets?
As temperatures rise and a hairy creature’s thoughts turn to summer swimming, owners across the country are asking themselves: is it ok for my pet to take a dip in the family pool? As pet owners become more educated and inquisitive about the effects of various chemical exposures in their pet’s day-to-day life, it’s natural for people to wonder if chlorine poisoning is possible in pets. Here’s what you need to know:
What is Chlorine and What Does Chlorine Do?
When added to water, chlorine breaks down into hypochlorous acid and hypochlorite ion. These chemicals oxidize microorganisms in water by breaking down the cell wall and destroying the structures inside. Without chlorine, pools quickly turn green or even black as algae and bacteria build up in the water.
Is Chlorine Toxic for Dogs and Cats?
Like many chemicals with the potential to be dangerous, the hazards of chlorine exposure are dose dependent. Pool water contains very dilute levels of chlorine, and is unlikely to cause chlorine poisoning in humans or animals. From a risk management standpoint, a pet is more likely to become ill from a dunk in a standing pool of water, or a lake filled with unknown microorganisms such as amoeba, than they are from swimming in a properly maintained pool full of chlorinated water.
Chlorine Tablets: Keeping Your Pets Safe
The biggest risk to both pets and people are related to handling the chlorine in its concentrated form before it is placed in the pool. Chlorine tablets should always be stored in their original containers and kept in a safe place inaccessible to pets and children. Chlorine gas can be dangerous if inhaled, and direct contact with undiluted chlorine can damage skin and eyes. It would be very unusual for a pet to ingest chlorine tablets as the scent is often unappealing to dogs and cats, but proper storage should eliminate the risk of chlorine poisoning entirely.
What Are the Risks of My Pet’s Exposure to Chlorinated Pool Water?
Drinking chlorinated water may cause minor GI irritation, but it should not cause serious issues for pets. Pets who love to gulp water as they paddle should be discouraged. Fortunately, most symptoms related to chlorine are minor. Pets who swim for long periods in chlorinated pool water may exhibit some signs of sensitivity, such as red eyes or itchy skin. Pools with high levels of chlorine may cause irritation to the airways due to the release of chlorine gas, particularly in poorly ventilated areas.
Pets who swim regularly may experience more frequent ear infections. While owners may wonder if this is related to chlorine exposure, recurrent infections are more likely related to damp ears than the chlorine itself. Your veterinarian can recommend a drying solution to use after swimming if your pet is prone to recurrent ear infections.
Are There Chlorine Alternatives For Pool Owners?
Bromine is the most common chlorine alternative for pool and spa use. A close cousin to chlorine, bromine has a less pungent odor and less prominent bleaching side effects. People who find chlorine irritating to their eyes or skin report that bromine is less likely to cause these symptoms. While people may prefer bromine because of these milder properties, it is more expensive than chlorine and also less stable when exposed to sunlight, which makes it a poor choice for outdoor pools. A pool care professional can guide you as to whether bromine is a good choice for your situation.
Other Pool Safety Risks for Pets
When it comes to swimming, the biggest health risk for any pet is drowning. Although people mistakenly assume a dog’s instinctive paddling behavior means all dogs are water-safe, dogs can panic, tire, and drown in any body of water, chlorinated or not. Owners should always supervise pets when swimming, which allows you to spot any minor problems before they become major ones, whether it’s a cough, exhaustion, or red eyes. With a little monitoring and attention to your pet’s behavior, there’s no reason you can’t all enjoy a nice summer dip.
Letters – District Library Vote
Times sure have changed. When we moved to St. Johns over 25 years ago, there were no online newspapers in Clinton County. With so many advances in online information, I ask, who needs a library anymore? On a device smaller than a paperback novel, we can carry around full length copies of a dozen literary classics along with all ten books on the New York Times current best seller list and yesterday’s copy of People Magazine. Through Google’s Cultural Institute we can get a backstage 360 degree tour of the Stratford Theater and a front row seat to Henry V. YouTube can show us how to solve quadratic equations and how to change the oil in our car.
Who needs a library anymore? In my opinion, the answer should be everyone. Because we have access to more information than ever before, one of the function of a modern library is to help us process that information. The library can help us decipher, translate and make sense of the deluge of information. It is a place where community can come together to exchange ideas and grow.
The founder of US Steel and philanthropist, Andrew Carnegie said, “A library outranks any other one thing a community can do to benefit its people. It is a never failing spring in the desert.”
Join me in voting YES for the Briggs District Library,
Kathi Weigold
Greenbush Township Resident
Maralyn’s Pet Corner – 5 Ways to Keep Your Indoor Cat Purring
Indoor cat or outdoor cat? When you bring home a cat or kitten, this is likely one of the first decisions you will have to make. Indoor cats are safer than their outdoor counterparts—research shows that outdoor cats generally have a lifespan of two years or less—but indoor cats require extra attention and entertainment to stave off potential boredom and keep their “call of the wild” instincts healthy and active.
As loving cat parents, the decision to keep them indoors is a smart one, but you have to take responsibility for their enrichment. To keep your cat happy, you’ll want to make sure that his needs are met. “I feel a troubling problem with indoor cats is that they get bored with their environment and they don’t get enough stimulation on a daily basis,” says Dr. Mark Howes, DVM, Owner and Medical Director of Berglund Animal Hospital in Evanston, Illinois.
Cats, he adds, are hunters and derive life satisfaction with the thrill of the hunt. Howes recommends environmental enrichment of indoor cats, suggesting some of his, as well as Dr. Tony Buffington’s Ohio State University research, tips for keeping your indoor cat purring:
#1. For the indoor cat anxious to get its claws dirty outside, a short stint in the wild may be the answer. Training cats to wear a harness and giving them some time out in the “wild” under a bush can satisfy some cats. For those resistant to a harness, a custom window seat may be enough to pacify a fidgety cat.
#2. Scheduling more playtime with cats can help relieve the stress of being indoors when they would rather be out hunting.
#3. Kitty condos that are a sufficient height and complexity gives cats vertical space to look down upon their territory.
#4. Placing food in a variety of places inside the home allows cats actually “hunt” for the food and can make the hunt more exciting than a normal dinnertime routine.
#5. Playing with cats with a laser pointer or “mouse” at the end of a fishing pole-like toy can get them mentally and physically stimulated.
Howes notes that outdoor cats (and those that go outside frequently) seem to be different creatures. “When I see them at my office, they often exude confidence and see the trip to the vet as only a slight inconvenience in their day,” he says. But on the flipside, Howes understands the dangers for a cat to be outside, especially in busy urban areas with a lot of car traffic. “I wish we could teach them to look both ways when they cross the street. That’s a topic for another day.”