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Phil Schweitzer steps outside

Phil Schweitzer stretches during therapy session

Shawano teacher Phil Schweitzer (top), who was struck by lightning at his home on March 28, celebrates his first steps outside in six weeks. Schweitzer is assisted by physical therapists from St. Mary’s Hospital Burn Center in Milwaukee. In bottom picture, Schweitzer stretches his skin and muscles during a therapy session at St. Mary’s Hospital in Milwaukee. Occupational therapist Eileen Riordan provides instruction. - Photos by Bill Hurley

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Posted June 11, 1998