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Poketown razed for power plant

ONE GENERATION TO ANOTHER

February 1953

■■■ State engineers had recommendWorkers at Byron-Jackson ed two sites in Greendale and one in Aurora for the proposed Dearcompany were on strike. born County Hospital.

■■■ ■■■ Ralph Mason had The Lawrenceburg TiC HRIS been appointed Deargers were scheduled to born County Service Of- MCHENRY play against the Guilford ficer.

Wildcats in the basket■■■ ball sectional tourney.

Greendale school superinten■■■ dant J. C. Senitza announced that Expanded telephone service more classrooms would be added was on the way for rapidly growto the school building. ing rural areas near Bright.

■■■ Chris McHenry is Dearborn The remains of the Poketown County Historian, and complies neighborhood in Lawrenceburg Happenings from the Past for The (west of the levee) had been deDearborn County Register each liberately burned down to make week. This column will focus on room for a power plant distribuone month a year from 60 years tion center. ago.

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SNAC Menu

Friday 02/01 Oven Fried Chicken or Glazed Ham Country Potatoes Broccoli and Cauliflower

Monday 02/04

Tuesday 02/05

Wednesday 02/06

Sausage/Onions/Peppers

Beef Spaghetti Casserole

or Dijon Pork Patty Whipped Potatoes Seasoned Green Beans Wheat Bread Peaches and Pears Diet - Same

or Pork Rib Patty Macaroni and Cheese Italian Vegetables Hot Dog Bun Apple Pie Diet - Apple Pie

or Brunswick Stew

Monday 02/11

Tuesday 02/12 Dijon Pork Patty or Savory Chicken Garlic Rotini Mixed Vegetables Fresh Banana

Turkey Ham / White Beans

or Swedish Meatballs Stewed Tomatoes Spinach Cornbread Muffin Peaches Diet - Same Monday 02/18 Holiday Office Closed

Monday 02/25 Baked Turkey Ham or Grilled Pork Patty Brown Gravy Country Potatoes California Vegetables Fresh Fruit Diet - Same

Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Diet - Cake Tuesday 02/19 Chicken Cacciatore or Smothered Meatballs Penne Noodles Italian Vegetables Peach Pie Diet - Peach Pie Tuesday 02/26 Lasagna Casserole or Chicken Alfredo Mixed Vegetables Texas Bread Peaches, Pears, Pineapple

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Hamburger Patty or or Green Peas / Mushrooms Breaded Chicken/Gravy Breaded Fish Tossed Salad Whipped Potatoes Potato Wedges Texas Bread Country Tomatoes Hamburger Bun Fresh Orange Pineapple Tidbits Apple Raisin Compote Assorted Salad Dressing Diet - Same Mayonnaise/Mustard Diet - Same Diet - Hot Apple Slices Wednesday 02/13 Thursday 02/14 Friday 02/15 Swiss Steak Chicken Pot Pie Roast Beef with Gravy or or or Potato Crusted Fish Lemon Pepper Fish Beef Jardinine Delmonico Potatoes Scalloped Tomatoes Macaroni and Cheese Glazed Carrots Brussels Sprouts Broccoli Diced Pears Wheat Roll Fresh Orange Diet - Same Peach Pie Birthday Cake Diet - Peach Pie Diet - Cake Wednesday 02/20 Thursday 02/21 Friday 02/22 Pork Tenderloin/Gravy Beef Chili Oven Fried Chicken or or or Baked Chicken Breast Turkey Breast / Gravy Tuna Noodle Au Gratin Chicken Gravy Baked Potato Green Beans Whipped Potatoes Coleslaw Corn and Limas Spring Vegetables Saltine Crackers Wheat Bread Strawberry Fruited Gelatin Apple Crisp Peaches and Pears Diet - Fruited Gelatin Diet - Hot Apple Slices Diet - Same Wednesday 02/27 Thursday 02/28 Beef Stew Country Fried Steak or Parslied Country Gravy Creole Steak or Chicken w/Tomato Mushrm Gravy Corn and Limas Country Tomatoes Oven Roasted Potatoes Cornbread Muffin Green Beans Diced Pears Fresh Fruit Diet - Same Strawberry Cake Diet - Cake Sliced Turkey Breast/Gravy

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Quick guide to garden seed ordering

It may be cold outside, but seed and That's why I like John Scheepers nursery catalogs keep arriving in the Kitchen Garden Seeds. mail, with glossy photos of perfect The catalog lists average seed life plants. of various vegetables – though Ah, the joys of poring it says only two years for tothrough page after page, imagmatoes and mine, refrigerated, ining the beautiful flowers, the CHANDRA have germinated well for six pristine peppers and ruby-red or more.

L. tomatoes, the rich, black earth The company also emails MATTINGLY garden-related news; the most unblemished by weeds!

Whether or not that garden recent one discusses how early is to be, 'tis time nonetheless to to plant various seeds for transorder garden seeds if you want plants, both of flowers and specific varieties. vegetables.

Or you can shop the seed racks at On their website, look under hortilocal stores, though you may not find cultural tips for seed-starting schedule. that certain herb or special heirloom We're in Zone 5. tomato.

Another company, Pinetree, has I do both, as well as keep seeds from some of the most reasonable prices I've year to year. Stored in zipper freezer encountered, and I've had good germibags in the refrigerator, most seeds nation from most of their seeds. will keep at least a year. Some, such as The seed packets are not waterproof, tomato and pepper seeds, keep well for however, so handle and store carefully. several years.

They ARE re-closeable, with a not-

too-sticky seal, which is nice when you keep seeds from year to year or want to make succession plantings.

Park Seed Company has foil seed packs for many of its seeds, which enhance the viability of the seed until you open them.

With the end folded over, they reseal fairly well, though I also enclose them in a zipper bag before storing.

A number of seed and nursery companies now are owned by our local company Gardens Alive in Greendale: Gurney's, Michigan Bulb, Henry Fields,

even Thompson & Morgan, originally an English company which had seeds for almost everything.

They still have a good variety, though not quite as extensive.

If a company has a return address of Lawrenceburg, Aurora or Guilford, you can bet it's a Gardens Alive subsidiary.

I depend on the mother company for organic gardening supplies, as well as row covers to help my winter crops survive, but they also sell organic seeds.

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SD's Rollins into retirement after 35 years

BY DENISE FREITAG BURDETTE REGISTER PUBLICATIONS When school resumed at South Dearborn Monday, Jan. 7, one familiar face was no longer around after 35 years.

Administrative assistant/business manager Bob Rollins has decided to retire.

The toughest part will be not seeing many of the people and kids he has gotten to know over the years, said Rollins.

But he is looking forward to time to travel and the chance to concentrate on another interest, genealogy, he said.

He had a little preview at the beginning of December when he took a couple weeks of vacation.

“It was the only time since I was in high school that I took two weeks off in a row,” said Rollins.

He started his teaching career at Harrison Junior High, where he worked for six years, he said.

Then he returned to South Dearborn to

teach.

He was born and raised in Moores Hill, where he attended grade and high school, said Rollins.

At South Dearborn, he taught industrial arts and technology. He also served as technology director before taking the job as an administrative assistant/business manager 15 years ago, he said.

His deep roots at South Dearborn made the job very personal for him. He has known many of the people in the district for many, many years. He went to school with the district’s other administrative assistant, Jack Heller. Over 20 teachers he knew as students. His own children attended South Dearborn. He also knew two of the current principals as students, South Dearborn interim principal Jason Cheek and Aurora Elementary School principal Eric Lows.

Some of the work he is proudest of over the years are the building projects and the strides made in technology, said Rollins.

He has been involved with district building projects since the day he took his cur-

DCH works to maintain RS medical center services Dearborn County Hospital and the City of Rising Sun are working cooperatively to maintain the clinical services available at the Rising Sun Medical Center.

In an agreement finalized early this year, Dearborn County Hospital will now operate the healthcare facility located at 230 Sixth Street in Rising Sun. “We are pleased that DCH is able to play a leading role in the continued operations of the Rising Sun Medical Center,” stated Roger D. Howard, Dearborn County Hospital President/CEO. “Even though the agreement for operations of the Medical Center is between the City and DCH, the primary beneficiaries will be the residents of Rising Sun and Ohio County.

“Currently, the hospital is working to recruit a full time primary care physician for the Center,” continued Mr. Howard.

“This new physician will work in cooperation with the current Medical Center staff including General Practitioner Dr. Gary Scudder and Family Nurse Practitioner Vanessa Longacre.

“Our goal is to not only maintain the Rising Sun Medical Center, but to increase usage of the facility. Increased utilization of the Center is good for everyone and could

possibly result in additional services being available there in the future.”

“The City appreciates the efforts put forth

by Dearborn County Hospital on behalf of the Rising Sun Medical Center. Having access to a primary care physician or family nurse practitioner on a full time basis means a great deal to the community. For many individuals, especially the elderly, it eliminates concerns regarding transportation to Lawrenceburg or beyond. Others just appreciate the convenience, time savings and security that having a hometown doctor provides. The Medical Center is also a key asset for the City when recruiting new businesses to the area,” noted Rising Sun Mayor Branden Roeder.

“Rising Sun, as well as all of Ohio County, is an extremely important part of the DCH service area,” concluded Mr. Howard.

“We are happy that we could work with the City in ensuring the continued operation of the Rising Sun Medical Center for the area’s residents.”

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rent job until about two years ago, he said.

While working as an industrial arts teacher, he would take commercial and residential construction jobs in the summers, he said.

He also helped install the first technology network for the district, he said.

“I am pretty proud of what we have done here,” said Rollins.

But all of the jobs he has had are changing. In technology alone, as soon as the district increases bandwidth, it gets eaten up by more devices and increased use, he said.

Two things he would like to see change are the availability of local jobs for graduates and the way teachers have to teach to tests to meet required state and other standards, he said.

“The amount of time we spend testing, I think it is a deviation from learning,” said Rollins.

Teachers are forced to continually discuss topics aimed at covering the next goal or standard. It takes away the flexibility to address current topics in class, he said.

On one of his last days on the job, in between tying up loose ends for the district budget process, Rollins planned on putting on his special Santa tie and visiting the young students one last time, he said.

When he worked in technology, often times the little kids would forget he was there working on a computer. He loved listening to them interact and being frank and open with their teachers, he said.

Rollins also said he has been lucky over the years, working for three great superintendents, Greg Platt, David Koehler and Tom Book.

There always has been stability, which has helped everyone work toward common goals, said Rollins.

Now he is looking forward to traveling to the different National Parks, and perhaps volunteering for the Aurora Library, he said.

His genealogy pursuits also will keep him busy, following family ties from Rising Sun to Prussia.

“It’s a bittersweet thing,” said Rollins.

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DID YOU KNOW?

Pay attention to those 'subtle symptoms' Dear Senior Source, Q. My older sister recently suffered a major heart attack, but she didn't seem to have any symptoms. She did say she was feeling tired, but she wasn't short of breath or grabbing her chest in response to chest pain. At the emergency room the doctor told us that women sometimes have more subtle symptoms than what is traditionally viewed as tell tale signs of a heart attack.

She is better now, and recovering well, but do you have any information about these "subtle symptoms?"

A. I am glad your sister is doing better.

She is very lucky to have gotten to a hospital in time for treatment. It's true that for many women there are no dramatic symptoms when having a heart attack. Many people think that anyone who has a heart attack will automatically grab their chest in writhing pain, then collapse. For a lot of people, it's just not that dramatic.

According to the American Heart Association, many women feel discomfort in their shoulder, nausea, shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort, jaw pain, back pain, neck pain, stomach discomfort, cold sweats, fullness in the center of the chest, pain or discomfort in one or both arms and/or fainting. Many women pass these symptoms off as heartburn or the flu and don't seek treatment.

If anyone has any combination of these symptoms, then medical treatment is necessary, according to www.heart.org. Don't wait more than five minutes before calling 9-1-1. Time is precious when suffering a heart attack. Heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women in the United States.

February is American Heart Month. If you have a family history of heart disease and worry about it happening to you, take this time to re-evaluate your eating and exercise habits. Cut the fatty food from your diet. If you haven't exercised in a while,

DOWN MEMORY LANE

My favorite car ...

Author's note: I am soon facing knee replacement surgery. Right now they are not letting me walk on them without big ouchies. My writing spirit is down, so I give you one of my favorites thinking I may soon see those little brown creatures on my hospital room wall.

Ray and I are traveling Highway 1806 through South Dakota on a beautiful August morning.

We enjoy the peaceful hilltop view of the glistening blue water of the Missouri River as it winds it way between the pastures and wheat fields that surround us. In the calm of the morning there is nothing to distract us, not a homestead or vehicles sharing the route. Only occasional Black Angus cattle dots the scene. I drift away and begin to reflect on our surroundings.

Then it appears.

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It is sitting atop a bank behind the fence in a wheat field. A 1957 Dodge.

Ray stops abruptly and backs up. We cannot believe our eyes. Not in the best of shape, it rests on two barrels; across it is a large sign “For Sale 545 5313”. I must tell you this is the model car I was driving when I married Ray. And therein lies a story.

I must have been around 12 when I began to dream about buying a car. I know the 1948 models, so it must DORIS have been then when I BUTT began cutting out car pictures from our latest Saturday Evening Post and pasting them in a scrapbook. My interest in purchasing my car continued all through high school and college. Along the way I decided it would be a convertible.

When I began teaching I knew that my dream could be realized if I saved SEE CAR, PAGE 11

start slowly by starting a walking routine.

If you smoke, look into smoking cessation programs so you can quit. All of these actions can help you live a healthy life and reduce your risk of heart disease.

For more information about the symptoms of heart attack and how to reduce your risk or heart disease, please visit www. heart.org.

I hope this information has been helpful to you, and as always. "May the Source be with You!" The Source is written by Jennifer R. McClellan, Community Relations Assistant of LifeTime Resources, Inc. 13091 Benedict Drive, Dillsboro, IN 47018. If you would like to ask her a question, feel free to write in or call. E-mail:jmcclellan@lifetime-resources.org, phone (812) 432-5215.

Source: American Heart Association www.heart.org

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Did you know?

Located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., the White House serves as the official residence for the President of the United States as well as the primary place where he or she conducts official business. The building was designed

by Irish-born architect James Hoban, who was instrumental in creating many official buildings after emigrating to the United States. In June 1792, Hoban was summoned to the temporary U.S. capital in Philadelphia to compete in a design competition for the White House. George Washington, the first President of the United States, was fond of Hoban after admiring some of his work while touring the southern United States. Washington never got a chance to live in the White House, however. He is the only President never to live in the White House, as the building was not completed before the end of his second term. Washington's successor, President John Adams, moved into the residence in 1801. Since its inception, the White House has been changed a few times. In the building's infancy, it was set ablaze during the War of 1812 and had to undergo significant reconstruction. It also was expanded during Theodore Roosevelt's time in office to include a West Wing to house work offices. William Howard Taft added the first Oval Office. Although an official residence, the White House is a National Heritage Site and is owned by the National Park Service.

SEED, FROM PAGE 3

Of course, Burpee has a great reputation for seeds and plants, and its seeds are offered locally on seed racks.

One thing to watch when buying or ordering seeds is the number or amount included.

Most catalogs now list how many seeds are in a packet, and some companies have lower prices because they offer fewer seeds per packet.

CherryGal.com, which I'm trying for the first time this year, is one of those.

They offer some unusual varieties, and you don't need 100 seeds if you plan to grow only a few plants.

Here are a few of my favorite veg-

etable varieties: Straight Eight cucumbers; Big Dipper sweet peppers (great flavor!); Sungold (very sweet yellow cherry,) Supersteak (beefy with good flavor) and Early Girl (very early, good flavor, produce through winter in our homemade hothouse) tomatoes; Carantan Leeks (great flavor, winter hardy); Sweet Spanish Yellow Utah Jumbo onions (good producers, great keepers); Ambition shallots (so sweet when sauteed!); Russian White kale (another winter-hardy plant); and Green Ice (slow to bolt, overwinters with protection) and Buttercrunch lettuce.

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First of free tax prep sites opened Jan. 23 United Way tax prep volunteers help low, moderate-income workers avoid tax prep fees.

Hardworking local families can get a leg up on tax season by taking advantage of FREE in-person tax preparation services at staring Jan. 23. There are 34 sites that will open in the region. Filers with an adjusted gross income of $50,000 or less can take advantage of free tax prep at sites.

Area sites include: Lawrenceburg: Ivy Tech, 50 Walnut St., Lawrenceburg, Ind. Feb. 6 through March 23 Wednesday: 5 to 8 p.m.

Saturday: 8 a.m. to noon Harrison: Harrison Community Center 300 George St., Harrison, Ohio Jan 28 through April 15 By appointment only: 513-367-6683 Monday: 6 to 9 p.m.

Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Friday: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m. to noon A list of all locations, their opening dates and hours of operation can be found at www. makeworkpay.com/. In addition to free state and federal tax preparation and online filing, filers will receive help determining eligibility for and claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). The Internal Revenue Service estimates one in five eligible taxpayers fail to claim the credit. EITC is the largest federal program benefiting low-earning workers. If you worked in 2012 and earned between $13,980 (single with no children) and $50,270 (married filing jointly with three or more qualifying children), you may be eligible for the credit.

United Way of Greater Cincinnati teams up with regional sponsors, including AARP, Hamilton County, IRS, Ohio Benefit Bank, and others to develop and staff sites, train volunteer preparers, and promote the effort. A full list of partners is available at www.makeworkpay.com.

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THINGS TO DO Ongoing events

Breast Cancer Support Group meets third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. in the Dearborn Room, second floor, at Dearborn County Hospital in Lawrenceburg.

Everyone is welcome. Contact: Jan Tyler, 812926-3927, or Terri Jones, 812-376-6781.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Meets on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Batesville Memorial Public Library and the third Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Dearborn County Hospital, Ohio Room – 2nd Floor, in Lawrenceburg. For more information: 888-422-2691 or www.sites.google.com/site/alzseind Note: We will make a change in the 2nd Tuesday of the month meeting location beginning in March, it will be held at the new Milan Library.

“Singin’ Time in Indiana” The second Saturday evening of each month, the Highlights Quartet will be hosting a free gospel sing called “Singin’ Time in Indiana, at Dearborn Adult Center, 311 W. Tate St., Lawrenceburg. It’s not sponsored by any one church but is open to all who would like to enjoy an evening of gospel music and fellowship.

Aurora’s Afternoon Social Featuring Kenny Jackson Band Wednesday afternoons 1 to 3 p.m. at the Aurora Lions Club building, Main St., Aurora, Feb. 6, Feb. 20, March 6, March 20. Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #71 will provide snacks and drinks.

Bingo Every Monday night at Sunman Legion Post 337 beginning at 6:30 p.m. For information: 812-623-2972.

Woodturners Southeastern Indiana Woodturners, local chapter of the American Association of Woodturners, invite men and women of all ages to learn to turn at Jerry Williams shop, 8896 Baseline Road, Holton, Ind., on the second and fourth Monday of the month from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All

skill levels are welcome. For more information call Gerald Williams, 812-689-6545, or Charles Martin, 812-926-2218 Cross Eyed Riders #752, Christian Motorcyclists Association meets the first Sunday of the month at 2 p.m. at Hog Rock Cafe, formerly the Railroad Inn, 101 East Carr Street, Milan. Call 513-218-9707 or 812654-3713 or email cross Eyed Rider@aol.com for directions or other information.

Saturday, Jan. 26

Baby Boomer Comedy Show Were you born before seatbelts, safety helmets or Facebook? If so, you’ll find this 90-minute theater event hilarious! The Rural Alliance for the Arts is bringing the “Baby Boomer Comedy Show” to Batesville. Veteran comedians Jan McInnis and Kent Radar hit all the familiar topics you’re dealing with-family, kids, work, do-ityourself projects, dieting and more-and they do it all with clean humor. The show is 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, at the Gibson Theater, 107 North Main St., Batesville. Tickets are $12 for RAA members, $15 non-members. Beer and wine cash bar available. Tickets can be purchased at the door, or in advance by calling the RAA at 1-812-933-0355.

Spaghetti Dinner For St. Mary’s eighth grade to raise funds for class trip in May on Saturday, Jan. 26, 4 to 7:30 p.m. in St. Mary’s Activity Center. Raffle baskets and beef raffle tickets available. Free will donation.

Tuesday, Jan. 29

SIEOC’S How to talk to children after a traumatic event Dearborn County - Tuesday, Jan. 29, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. CMHC - 704 W. Eads Parkway, Lawrenceburg. Dinner and child care provided. RSVP - 1-877-967-OCOF (6263).

Thursday, Feb. 7

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luncheon will be Thursday, Feb. 7, at Dearborn Hills United Methodist Church at 11:30 a.m.

Lunch will be catered by B&P Grubbs. They will be serving baked chicken, macaroni and cheese, baked beans, salad, bread and dessert.

Your reservation and $8 will be appreciated by Sunday, Feb. 3, by contacting Lois Gellert 812487-2026 or Thelma Stutz 812-637-5569.

Saturday, Feb. 9

Senior Valentine's Dance Main Street Aurora will turn its monthly Senior Dance on Main to a Valentine's theme. Doors open at 6 p.m. and music from the Wooden Axles is 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Admission is $5 per person.

The Aurora Lions Club will be sponsoring a spaghetti dinner for $6 a person, and all proceeds will go to Relay for Life. For more information call 1-812-9261100.

Thursday, Feb. 14

The 2013 Women’s Lenten Fellowship Dinners will begin on Thursday, Feb. 14, at 6 p.m. at the Aurora Lions Club, 2nd and Main Streets. The

cost of the meal is $8.75. The Theme this year is “Pathway to Heaven”. Each week we will have a guest speaker and singer. It is our hope that you will be able to join us for food, fellowship with ladies from other churches, and worship. Call your reservations into Gwen Miller, 812-926-0488, by 8 p.m. each Sunday evening.

We look forward to this special time of sharing.

Please join us.

Wednesday Feb. 27

Aurora Tri Kappa Bunco Night Wednesday Feb. 27, 7 p.m.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for instructions at Aurora Lion’s Club. Ticket price: $15 includes yummy appetizers and drinks.

Bunco is a fun dice game that allows you to interact with others as you move to different tables. There will also be raffle baskets and door prizes. If you want a ticket please call 812-5770074 and leave a message or email brookeathies@gmail.com.

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Pets can help improve personal health Rather than heading to the pharmacy for solutions to common ailments, a majority of people may be able to stop at the nearest pet store or animal shelter and find a finned or furry remedy instead.

Studies that link positive health benefits to pet ownership abound. According to WebMD, one study found that 48 stockbrokers who adopted a pet experienced lower blood pressure readings in stressful situations than did people who did not own pets.

Another study found that individuals suffering from serious diseases, such as cancer or AIDS,are far less likely to experience depression if they have a strong tie to a pet.

Plus, pets have proven beneficial to seniors struggling with loneliness.

Any pet can try a person's patience at times, expecially when a kitty has used a sofa as a scratching post or when a pooch needs to be let into the yard at 3 a.m. But for many pet owners, the benefits of having a pet far outweigh the negatives. Here are some of the many ways that pet ownership can be good for your health. * Lower blood pressure: Petting a dog or cat can lower blood pressure, as can watching a fish swim around a tank. Those with hypertension may want to purchase or adopt a companion animal to help lower their blood pressure. * Reduce stress: Stress is something people face on a daily basis. According to a National Health Interview Survey, 75 percent of the general population experiences at least "some stress" every two weeks,

and many times that stress is moderate to severe. Research has indicated that when people spend time with a pet their levels of cortisol, a hormone associated with stress, is lowered while their level of serotonin, a hormone associated with improved mood and well-being, is increased. * Lower cholesterol: Lifestyle factors associated with pet ownership, particularly a focus on increased physical health and activity, can help lower cholesterol levels.

Also, having a pet works to reduce stress, which may keep individuals from looking to fatty foods as sources of alleviating anxiety. * Fight depression: Many therapists have prescribed pet therapy as a method to alleviating and recovering from depression.

A pet is an unconditional friend and can provide that listening ear a person needs to talk through problems. Also, walking and taking care of a pet devotes attention away from problems and inward thinking. * Improve physical activity levels: Heading to the gym is one way to get a workout, but spending an hour walking the dog or tossing around a ball for a game of chase and fetch is another way to get the heart pumping. Many dog owners benefit from the "forced"exercise that goes with daily walks. Some people choose to exercise with their pets, enjoying the companionship and the physical activity. *Reduce stroke incidences: There has been evidence that cat owners are less likely to suffer strokes than people who do

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not have cats. Researchers are not sure of the connection, but surmise that cats have a more calming nature than other types of pets. * Greater opportunities for socialization: Humans are social animals and need to interact with others. Pet owners have a tendency to want to share time and experiences with other pet owners. Pets can provide opportunities for people to get together. * ADHD therapy: Children and adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder often benefit from working with a pet or having a pet as a family companion.

Playing with a pet is a great way to release excess energy and focus on tasks. Also, a pet with his or her unconditional love can help someone with ADHD overcome selfesteem issues. Similar results are possible when pets are used as therapy animals for children with autism and other behavioral disabilities.

* Reduce propensity for allergies: Children who grow up in homes with cats and dogs are less likely to develop common allergies and even asthma, research suggests.

In fact, children who live around two or more dogs or cats before their first birthday are less likely to have allergies of any sort, according to a study published in The Journal of the American Medical Association.

Research presented at the 10th International Conference on Human Animal Interaction found pet owners were the least likely to have to visit the doctor. The survey of more than 11,000 respondents from Australia, China and Germany found that over a five-year period pet owners made 15 to 20 percent fewer annual visits to the doctor than non-pet owners.

The companionship and love pets provide could be a key benefit in promoting good personal health.

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New programs available for visually impaired Southeastern Indiana Independent Living Center has announced a new program offering services throughout Southeastern Indiana.

SIILC’s newest program provides services specifically designed to serve individuals ages 55 and older who are blind or severely visually impaired. SIILC is able to assist individuals to obtain assistive technology to read, write checks, pay bills, managing medications, attending appoint-

ments, shopping and more.

Such assistive technology devices may include magnifiers, talking alarm clocks, large print items, talking/braille watches and many more items.

The Center continues their commitment to helping people, at no cost, wishing to maintain their independence.

If you or someone you know can benefit from SIILC’s services, please contact the Center today at 812-689-3753.

CAR,

FROM PAGE 5 my money. Meanwhile I bought my brother-in-law’s 1950 Studebaker to drive temporarily, of course.

In the fall of 1957, after careful researching the style of all the new models, my bank account, and my credit, I decided that I would purchase a Dodge Custom Royal convertible.

The bank loaned me the money and much to my Dad’s dismay I purchased my dream car: a white body with gray wings, a red interior and a push button transmission.

My wonderful finale to 10 years of wishing, dreaming, yearning. People said it was the prettiest car in the county. I was so proud.

About that time I began dating Ray who drove a completely paid for yellow and white 1955 Chevy. In the fall of 1957 Ray married me and my car payments. You can quess what happened next.

Too soon, my beloved car was in jeopardy; our first child was on her way. After the summer I would not be going back to teaching school and there were payments that needed to be made on my beauty.

I still have a very clear vision of Ray and I discussing the need to sell the car. Tears flowed but I did not resist I knew we could not afford it.

My 1957 Custom Royal Dodge convertible was traded even for Dodge pickup we could use on the farm.

Years later I learned my Dad had made the arrangement for the trade.

The car stayed in the area and each time I saw it I literally became sick in my stomach. I can’t really say I have totally recovered from that little episode in my life.

Yes, Ray knew to stop by the 1957 Dodge in the wheat field in the rolling prairie of South Dakota. I would want to look. Although 1955 Chevy’s are common, 1957 Dodges seem to have rusted away; it is rare to see one.

There was no gate nearby so we could only see it from the road. We took a picture and copied the telephone number. And as we drove away my stomach turned as it did years ago when I saw someone driving my beloved car.

I do not suppose I seriously considered buying our find but when we returned home, however, I was curious enough to call the number to see who might have saved and protected the rare wheat field 1957 Dodge. I wondered if it was someone’s dream.

There was no story; the owner found it in a junkyard and traded for it and then traded it away again.

I can still see the wheat field 1957 Dodge sitting there alone. It stirred up 10 years of memories. I shed a tear for times long past.

Doris Butt is a retired teacher, and can be reached at raydoris53@aol.com.

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