The Westfield— Serving the Town Since 1890 — Leader

OUR 108th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 45-98 USPS 680020 Published 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. Thursday, November 5, 1998 Every Thursday Mayor Jardim Wins Second Term in Landslide Over Opponents; Mr. Walsh, Mr. Goldman, Mr. Gruba, Mr. Salisbury are Elected

By PAUL J. PEYTON won a tight race in 1996 over current astating loss” for Republicans in She said the Republicans had put Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Councilwoman Janis Fried Westfield, as well as surrounding forward a “fantastic slate of candi- History was made in Westfield Weinstein, defeated Republican new- towns, Mrs. Vernick said she was dates” which would have “done a lot Tuesday night when Mayor Thomas comer Thomas Cusimano, 1,349 to happy with the way she conducted for the town” had they been elected. C. Jardim was reelected to a second 1,247. her campaign. Commenting on the election, Mr. term by over 1,600 votes, thus be- The only Republican victory came “I ran a very positive campaign. I Greco said, “I am very proud to have coming the first Democrat mayor in in the Second Ward, where veteran took the high road and have no had the opportunity to run for Mayor. the history of the town to gain an- incumbent James J. Gruba defeated regrets,” said Mrs. Vernick, who also I am disappointed, however, that I other term. Democrat Joseph P. Stoner, 1,324- thanked the many volunteers who was not successful in my attempt. I Voter turnout was 54 percent of 1,071. worked on her behalf. ran an issue-oriented campaign that those registered. During a victory celebration held She said the Republican loss had I believe forced my opponents to J. Allston Dennis was the last at the home of Westfield Board of more to do with what she called a address some of the key issues in Democrat to serve as Mayor of the Education member Arlene Gardner “tidal wave,” nation-wide, by voters Westfield. I sincerely hope that the town, in 1911 and 1912. and her husband, Ed Israelow, Mayor who are apparently unhappy with the Mayor and his new council will ad- Unlike 1996, when Mayor Jardim Jardim admitted he was a bit nervous way Congress has handled the pre- dress these issues as they promised lost in both the First and Second over the outcome before all the re- liminary impeachment inquiry of during their campaign.” Wards, this time the Mayor won a turns were in. President Bill Clinton regarding his Noting the number of people that clear victory, taking all 25 voting “I had a fantastic group of guys admitted sexual relationship with Mr. Cusimano knows through his districts including the First Ward, who ran with me, and I had a fantas- former White House intern Monica community involvement, Council- Fifth District, where Councilwoman tic group of people who were our Lewinsky. man Goldman said he expected a Gail S. Vernick, his Republican op- opponents,” the Mayor said. “This proved not to be the year for close race. ponent, resides, as well as his own Mayor Jardim called the 1999 gov- Republicans running for office. I wish “I thought I was going to have a District 7 in the First Ward. erning body “a good working team.” good luck to the individuals who won tough election on my hands,” he After a major upset in the 1996 He did say, though, that the council reelection to the council — Jim said. “Overall, I’m thrilled. I’m even David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader race, Mayor Jardim was able to suc- must “work together and get things Gruba, Mayor Jardim, Jack Walsh, more thrilled with Carl winning, TEAM VICTORY!...Reelected Westfield Mayor Thomas C. Jardim, second cessfully fight off a challenge this done.” Larry Goldman, and, Carl Salisbury,” which proves that if you work really from left, celebrates the Democrats’ victory with his runningmates, pictured left to right, Fourth Ward Councilman Lawrence A. Goldman, First Ward Council- Although stating that it was a “dev- Mrs. Vernick stated. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 year from not just one but two candi- man-elect Carl A. Salisbury, and Third Ward Councilman John J. Walsh. dates, with a victory over Council- woman Vernick and independent candidate Norman N. Greco. A Congressman Bob Franks Reelected to Fourth Term; Vows former First Ward Councilman, Mr. Greco was the Republican candidate for Mayor in 1996. Mayor Jardim received 53 percent To Preserve Social Security While Maintaining Balanced Budget of the vote, with 5,310 tallies, com- By SONIA V. OWCHARIW paign headquarters in Union that she being the first Democratic Congress- portunity to push her initiatives such Congressman Franks told his sup- pared to Mrs. Vernick, who garnered Specially Written for The Westfield Leader 3,676 votes, or 37 percent, and Mr. was “proud” of her showing in her woman from New Jersey. as preserving Social Security, bring- porters that “this wouldn’t be pos- Newly-reelected Congressman Bob first try for Congress. Mrs. Connelly Mrs. Connelly said she was disap- ing about health care reform and sible without you. A heartfelt thanks. Greco, who had 1,060 tallies, or Franks of Berkeley Heights gave his was attempting to make history by pointed that she will not get the op- specifically targeting Health Main- Thanks for allowing me to go back to roughly 10 percent of votes cast. At victory speech and celebrated with a press time, absentee votes for the tenance Organizations (HMOs). work for the taxpayers of New Jer- gathering of campaign supporters Her theme throughout the cam- sey.” Mayoral race, as well as provisional Tuesday night at a reception adorned votes for both the Mayoral and coun- paign was to “get Congress back to Congressman Franks’ wife com- with red, white and blue balloons at work for us.” mented, “I’m pleased. He enjoys very cil elections, had yet to be announced. the Woodbridge Hilton in Iselin. When a voter is registered in town In his acceptance speech, Con- much working and he works hard in Mr. Franks, who won his fourth gressman Franks thanked everyone Washington to serve his constituents but moves before he or she can regis- term in a race against Mayor ter in their new district, they are from his wife, Fran, accompanied by and his communities in the Seventh Maryanne S. Connelly of Fanwood their baby daughter, Kelly Amanda, District.” permitted to vote in their new district by a 75,900 to 64,420 tally, repre- under the relatively new provisional to campaign helpers, supporters, and A friend of Congressman Franks’, sents the Seventh Congressional Dis- his parents. Doug Hanson, added, “He (Mr. system. trict. The district includes 34 mu- Reelected along with Mayor Jardim “Each one of you carried the mes- Franks) always wanted to be a politi- nicipalities in Union, Middlesex, sage to understand our agenda. I’m cian. He gives back — what you see were fellow Democratic Councilmen Somerset and Essex Counties, among John J. Walsh and Lawrence A. just thrilled. We are going to work is what you get. He’s a credit to the them Westfield, Scotch Plains, again tomorrow for Central New Jer- word ‘politician.’ Of course, he’s par- Goldman, in the Third and Fourth Fanwood and Mountainside. Wards, respectively. They were joined sey,” said Congressman Franks. tisan, and he’s fair to all people, and Results began trickling in after Goals which Congressman Franks I feel that’s why people work for him. by Carl A. Salisbury, who won a close polls closed at 8 p.m. In Westfield, race over Republican Jon M. mentioned as being on his agenda for I’m happy for him.” Congressman Franks gathered 5,741 his new term included preservation Congressman Franks expressed Bramnick, 1,305 to 1,266, to pick up votes, while Mrs. Connelly managed the First Ward seat held by Mrs. of Social Security for the next gen- mixed feelings about the overall elec- 3,989. He also topped the Mayor by eration; educational opportunities for tion results. While obviously elated Vernick. 140 votes in her hometown of The election victory by the Demo- students, keeping the Federal budget over his own success in this year’s Fanwood. balanced, and working for Central Seventh District race, he added that, crats closed the Republican majority However, overall in Middlesex to 5-4, as it was in 1997. Jersey and the needs of the Seventh “unfortunately, some of my personal County, Mayor Connelly won with a District. friends who ran were not fellow win- In the Third Ward, Councilman sweeping total of 14,516 votes, while Sonia V. Owchariw for The Westfield Leader Walsh won easily, 1,305 to 988 over VICTORY SPEECH...Congressman Bob Franks celebrates his win over Fanwood Saying it was “an exciting night,” ners.” Congressman Franks had 12,679 Mayor Maryanne S. Connelly with his wife, Fran, and baby daughter, Kelly Republican newcomer Noreen Lund, votes. while Councilman Goldman, who Amanda, in front of his supporters at a victory celebration at the Woodbridge Mayor Connelly said at her cam- Hilton Tuesday night. GUMBERT RESTROOMS IN BUDGET PROPOSAL Train Commuters Share Common Stories Rec. Commission Delays Of Parking Woes While Waiting for Permits Decision on Symphony

By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN parking ticket plastered on the wind- decals for automobiles which would cil meeting, she told council mem- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader shield of her car when she comes allow commuters to park on residen- bers that she prepares each morning Concert at Mindowaskin For Westfield commuters like Su- home. tial streets. She said it would be “an for a long hike to the train station in san Feinberg and Brian Kelly, catch- Ms. Feinberg, who has accumu- easy, Band-Aid fix.” work clothes and high-heeled shoes. By SONIA V. OWCHARIW ago. In 1998, the approved opera- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader tion funding was $16,200, and for ing the morning train is a veritable lated four parking tickets, suggested During an October 27 Town Coun- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 juggling act. Arms are burdened with The Westfield Recreation Com- 1999, the commission passed a laptop computers, newspapers, rolls mission delayed its decision Monday $15,700 spending plan. of quarters and coffee cups with the After 16 Years, Florence Lusher on whether to approve a free concert “We actually saw a reduced cost impending fear of finding a parking by the Westfield Symphony Orches- (on the operational side),” said Mr. ticket when they return. tra on Memorial Day in Mindowaskin Antonelli. And the situation is only getting Park, indicating they will wait at He noted, though, that the capital worse. Still Known as ‘Columbus Mayor’ least another month pending infor- budget is “much bigger than last According to Ms. Feinberg, who mation on safety issues. year.” By ARETA N.L. TRYTJAK ship. It is the representative’s politi- oldest person in the neighborhood. Nancy Priest, President of the The budget includes renovations, moved to Westfield in June, commut- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader cal experience that matters and makes When suggested that her nickname Friends of Mindowaskin Park, called the upgrading of recreational equip- ing to Manhattan wouldn’t be such a Most people would agree that age the difference. should be changed to the “Mayor of nightmare if she could find a decent is not a determining factor or prereq- the proposed concert “a wonderful ment, and a “high priority” on fix- What tends to be the case, how- Manor Park,” to reflect this increase ing restrooms at town parks. parking space and not discover a uisite for successful public leader- thing for the park. We care a tre- ever, is that with age comes the expe- in representation, Mrs. Lusher an- mendous amount for the park.” Capital projects proposed include rience that is necessary to govern. swered, with a big smile, “Oh, after Commission members stated their $157,000 for renovation of the up- And therefore, many assume that an all this time, I suppose I might want concerns were that a free concert per building at Tamaques Park to older public official is the wiser; that to give somebody else a try. This job might draw far too many fans, and accommodate adequate restroom a younger one needs more time to ain’t easy, you know!” that there would be inadequate bath- facilities and storage space. The learn and mature before they can take Mrs. Lusher was born in 1902 in room and parking provisions to ac- building is adjacent to the tennis on the role of mayor, governor, sena- Millburn. Her father left her and her commodate the crowd. Police pro- courts. tor or president. mother when she was 8. tection at the event would also be a Two projects nixed by the Town In the case of Florence Lusher, age “He was a clown with the Barnum factor, they claimed. Council for inclusion in the county’s was the deciding factor that allowed and Bailey Circus. One day, he just The topic was shelved until fur- “Pocket Park” grant program have her to claim the title of “Mayor of up and left and that was the last I’d ther details could be compiled to been put forward in the Columbus Avenue.” In fact, she was seen of him. Boy was he a clown!” complete the picture. commission’s 1998 capital program. never even elected. Instead, the posi- When the state threatened to sepa- “A professional orchestra, and it’s The commission’s budget in- tion was offered to her, she accepted, rate Florence from her mother and here — we should have the concert cludes $50,000 for the creation of a and has been known as such for place her in a home, her grandfather in Westfield,” said Ms. Priest. memorial park to honor human approximately 16 years. took her in. In other business, the commission rights activist and singer Paul Years ago, at her 80th birthday “My grandfather owned a farm unanimously approved its capital and Robeson, as well as a touch and party, a neighbor suggested that she somewhere between Vauxhall (a sec- recreation budgets, as well as the scent garden geared for blind and adopt the nickname “Mayor of Co- tion of Union) and Millburn. We budget for the Westfield Municipal wheelchair-bound individuals. An- lumbus Avenue.” When she asked lived in a big house with 14 rooms. Pool. other project involves installation why, her neighbor responded, “Well, But today you won’t find it anymore. “The 1999 recreation budget in- of a playground barrier at because you’re the oldest person on They tore it down and built a shop- creased 2.5 percent,” said Sal Mindowaskin Park. the street.” Today, at the age of 96, ping center,” said Mrs. Lusher. Antonelli, a member of the commis- The commission also has ear- Mrs. Lusher boasts that she is the CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 marked $121,000 for restrooms and Areta N.L. Trytjak for The Westfield Leader sion. “It reflects an overall increase SHE WILL ALWAYS BE “MAYOR”...Florence Lusher, better known as “the INDEX of $4,789 of tax supported dollars.” a storage building at Gumbert Park. Mayor of Columbus Avenue,” is pictured in her home in the neighborhood of Editorial ...... Page 4 Obituary ...... Page 10 Social ...... Page 6 The operational side of the budget Currently, the park has no restrooms Manor Park in Westfield. Behind her, the living room wall is full of the Mountainside Page 5 Religious ...... Page 11 Sports ...... Page 13 is actually less than it was a year CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 needlepoints she has done over the years. FOLD stated thatshewasnotatallsatisfied to theTown Councilwithherconcerns, instead ofaddressingitincourt. he shouldtalktotheTown Council short timeallottedbytheparkingmeters, change theordinancesregarding ing, toldMr. Kellythatifhewantedto Betancourt, whopresidedoverthehear- in Westfield tofighthisparkingtickets. a pre-trialhearingatMunicipalCourt a ticketeverydaydespitethat.” spaces with$2incoinsandriskgetting vie foroneofthefewmeteredparking Mr. Kellynotedthat“untilthen,Imust Westfield.” apparent theminuteImovedbackto problem,,” Mr. Kellystated,“Itbecame ers,” hesaid. meters arenotappropriateforcommut- months sincemovingfromBoston.“The muting toManhattanforthelastnine lar parkingdilemma,hasbeencom- she explained. needs tobeanimmediateactionplan,” “Something needstobedonenow.” fine withher. However, sheadded, parking solutionsputintoplacewillbe of tickets.” she noted,“Theyhavetofilltheirquota parks hercar, shegetsaticket. name wasnotevenonthelist. on thewaitinglist,shewastoldthather find outwherehernamewassituated would actuallytakethreeyears. ported thatshewaslatertoldit receive oneinthreemonths.Shere- a parkingpermitandwastoldshewould the Office oftheTown Clerktoapplyfor residents. while providingpopularstorestoits wanted atownwithhistoricalflavor Flemington toWestfield becauseshe gressman BobFrankswasreelected Republican SeventhDistrictCon- the Democratsinmultiplearearaces, votes. Vernick, withMr. Grecotallying229 Jardim won1,485to918overMrs. spectively. IntheFourthWard, Mayor in theSecondandThirdWards, re- and 259,1,298to778266, Vernick andMr. Greco,1,977to997 garnered 306votes. Vernick, followedbyMr. Greco,who by amargin of1,350to983overMrs. contenders reside,MayorJardimwon First Ward, whereallthreeMayoral in allfourofthetown’s wards.Inthe Jardim outdistancedhisopponents concerning theward. Lund willremaininvolvedinissues his opponent.HesaidhehopesMs. Walsh praisedthecampaignrunby ing metooffice.” showing theirconfidenceinreturn- the votersinThirdWard for said hewas“extremelygratefulto in 1994beforebeingelected1996, paigning. bors duringhisdoor-to-doorcam- joyed thechancetomeethisneigh- civilized, honestcampaign.” Mr. Bramnick,“ranareallyterrific, Town Council),”hesaid. crats andtheRepublicans(on working withTom andtheDemo- the FirstWard race. a clue”astowhowasgoingwin as possible,peoplewillrespond.” hard andtrytomeetasmanypeople Mayor JardimWins Second Ms. Feinberg, whodidindeedappeal Municipal ProsecutorRafaelJ. On November3,Mr. Kellyattended While atthemercyofwaitlist, “Westfield hasacommuterparking Mr. Kelly, whosaidhesharesasimi- “It’s unfortunatefortaxpayers.There Ms. Feinberg statedthatwhatever “Especially attheendofmonth,” She complainedthatwherevershe When shetelephonedtheoffice to When shearrivedintown,called Ms. Feinberg movedfrom “I canonlyhikesofar,” sheclaimed. PleasecalltheUnitedFundifyoucanhelp! Despite thewidespreadsuccessby The Mayorout-talliedMrs. Looking atthenumbers,Mayor Like Mr. Salisbury, Councilman Meanwhile, Mr. Walsh, wholost The Councilman-electsaidheen- Mr. Salisburysaidhisopponent, “I’m justreallylookingforwardto Mr. Salisburysaidhe“didn’t have Because Westfielders Care...thespiritofvolunteerismisveryspecialin Thursday,November5,1998 12 Page special, immediateneedsinourcommunity, willbepublishedmonthly. Train CommutersCiteWoes Westfield FoundationandthehelpofTheWestfield Leader, isproudto provide Term inLandslideVictory Holiday Volunteers fordeliveriesandtheSalvationArmy Westfield. TheUnitedFundofWestfield, throughagrantfromthe While Waiting forPermits Westfield Department ofHumanServices Kettle Drive;Donationstothe“CaringNeighborFund” The CaringBox The CaringBox. Volunteer secretary andexperiencedgrantwriter Office supplies: 2filingcabinets©paper Youth &FamilyCounseling Weekday morning driversandpackers Toys &magazinesforwaitingroom Mobile MealsofWestfield RSVP ofUnionCounty The UnitedFundof Westfield 1st to3rdgradelevelbooks Women forWomen 301 North Avenue,301 North West Westfield, NJ07090 Thisvolunteerclearinghouse,respondingto CONTINUED FROMPAGE1 CONTINUED FROMPAGE1 (908) 233-2113 WYACT cials added. the much-covetedparkingspaces,offi- up everydayfortheirchanceatoneof able parkingspaces.Peoplearesigning als onathree-yearwaitinglistforavail- field. for out-of-townersworkinginWest- are grantedpermitsforthesetwolots. Residents only, commutingbyrailroad, at theparkinglotonWatterson Street. Avenue RailroadStationand104spaces mately 469parkingspacesattheSouth Town ClerkOffice,thereareapproxi- without achangeoftrainsinNewark. service toNewYork Citylastyear, commute. who workinSummitorresidents expense whichwillbelimitedtopeople parking garagewillbebuiltatthecity’s a scaled-downversionoftheproposed reject theoffer. Reportedly, asaresult, proposed garageledcityofficialsto influx ofnewcommuters. the commuterparkingcrisisdueto offered tobuilda$9milliongaragefor mit wasaddressed.Reportedly, thestate which asimilarparkingcrunchinSum- article in he concluded. Westfield, parkingwillonlygetworse,” vacant spacesonatypicalworkday. ing spacesareoversold,therestill parking authoritiessaythatpermitpark- he isworkinginManhattan. through theworkdayinWestfield while able tofeedtheparkingmeterhalf-way want to,”hesaid. user tocomplywiththelawevenifthey commuter meter.” mum amountofquartersallowedona against aticketafterIputinthemaxi- “I can’tbelieveIhavetodefendmyself solutions totheproblem. members andsaidtheydidnotprovide with theresponseshegotfromcouncil over 36,000votesoverall. 5,604 to3,748inWestfield, andby ficer EstherD.Guzman-Malcolm, publican challengerandsheriff’s of- Froehlich, aDemocrat,defeatedRe- county-wide. by anaverageofover20,000tallies crats trouncedtheRepublicanslate Lewis Mingo.Overall,theDemo- Westfield, beatingoutDemocrat drew J.MacDonaldfinishedthirdin Daniel P. Sullivan.RepublicanAn- and FreeholderBoardChairman town, followedbyfellowDemocrat among Freeholdercandidatesinthe Mary Ruotolowasthetopvotegetter have done”towintheelection. — doingallthethingstheyshould candidates “campaignedveryhard Gruba said. tion) wasbecomingevident,”Mr. going on(withthetown’s popula- former MayorBudC.Boothe. percent ofthetotalvoteagainstnow Anthony M.LaPortareceived48 nearly pulledanupsetin1994when Republican stronghold,Democrats prise.” called theelectionresults“asur- has changed.Despitethistrend,he years, thatthetown’s votermakeup tion resultsoverthepastfiveto10 Club. gathering attheEchoLakeCountry in Westfield duringtheRepublican strong showingofMayorConnelly 5,741 to3,989votesinWestfield. Mayor MaryanneS.Connelly, with Democratic challenger, Fanwood to afourthterm.Heoutdistancedhis Officials saidthereare900individu- Permits forotherlotsareavailable According toanofficial atWestfield’s Summit beganprovidingdirectrail Summit residentswhoopposedthe Mr. Kellypointed toanOctober22 “With newcommerceentering Mr. Kellystatedthat eventhoughthe Mr. Kellystatedthatitisunreason- “The metersdon’t allowthetypical Prior tohishearing,Mr. Kellystated, Union CountySheriff RalphG. In countyraces,Westfield resident He didsaythattheRepublican “That wasthetimewhenwhat Although Westfield waslonga He saidfromlookingattheelec- Councilman Grubanotedthe The Wall Street Journal in The WestfieldLeader Kenneth, Iwasstilltakingthetrol- about 16,orso.EvenafterImarried Bamberger’s inNewark. counted herdaysworkingfor ployment history, shefondlyre- field.” hood, andlotsmorealloverWest- wired everyhouseinthisneighbor- trical contractor. Another daughterlivesinFlorida. after thedeathofherownhusband. moved inwithherseveralyearsago ters residewithher. Onedaughter ally quitewonderful,”sheexplained. everything elsewashills.Itre- house washereandthatone,but what doyousee?Well, Ithinkthat homes werebuilt. hills wereallleveled-off whenother right outsidethehouse,butthat the snowyhillsinwintertime, how herfamilyusedtosleighdown street,” shestated. hood, withhousesliningstreetafter mile orso,tosuburbanneighbor- where therewouldbeahouseevery this areachangefromrollinghills, been herefor72yearsandI’veseen living hereforquitesometime.I’ve enue. in Westfield at1009ColumbusAv- were marriedformorethan50years.” passed awayin1974.You know, we spouse’s relatives,”shesaid. spending theirhoneymoonwith body todaywouldeverconsider course, andcameup.ButIbetno- Newton. Hefinallygotbetter, of went upwithhisaunttoBudLakein stayed athomerecuperatingandI month ofourhoneymoonapart.He gotten sosickthatwespentthefirst the parsonage. the deadofnightandgotmarriedin ried. We finallyfoundaministerin were goingtorunawayandgetmar- woods tomeetmyboyfriend.We my grandfather’s houseandintothe cent development. Springfield Avenue isthemostre- 70 years,orso.TheHomeDepoton through severalchangesinthepast Lusher’s grandfatherhasgone tal. Dr. MariaSchmidt,whochairs represent WHSinthenation’s capi- school SocialStudiesDepartmentto seniors, werechosenbythehigh about theHolocaust. signed topromoteunderstanding Holocaust MemorialMuseum,isde- Franks, KeanUniversityandthe sponsored byCongressmanBob rial heldinWashington, D.C. at thesixthannualHolocaustmemo- recently representedthehighschool jamin FeldmanandLeeMcDermott, High School(WHS)students,Ben- Holocaust memorialheldinWashington,D.C. Benjamin Feldmanrecentlyrepresentedthehighschoolatsixthannual A PIECEOFHISTORY WestfieldHighSchoolstudentsLeeMcDermottand High SchoolStudentsAttend Annual HolocaustMemorial “I must’vestartedworkingthereat When askedaboutherownem- Mrs. Lusheradded,“Hemust’ve Mrs. Lusher’s husbandwasanelec- Two ofMrs.Lusher’s threedaugh- “You lookoutthewindownow- Mrs. Lusherwentontoexplain “So, IguessthatmeansI’vebeen In 1926,theLushersboughtahome Mrs. Lushercontinued,“Kenneth “But Kenneth,myhusband,had “When Iturned18,snuckoutof The landonceownedbyMrs. Benjamin andLee,whoareboth The HolocaustMemorialDay, WESTFIELD —Two Westfield After 16Yrs.,Mrs.LusherStill Known as‘ColumbusMayor’ Now Taking HolidayOrders Complete DinnerPackages Side Dishes•SaladsPies Tele: (908)232-0402 J &MMarket 856 MountainAve Appetizers –Stuffings Appetizers Fresh Jaindl Turkeys Mountainside $10.98/person

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THE TIMES THE 10 person min. 10 person CONTINUED FROMPAGE1 tant experience.”saidLee. Holocaust programwasanimpor- students fromotherschoolsaboutthe gressman Franksandtotalkwith hearing thespeakers,”saidBenjamin. dents fromotherschooldistricts. participated inactivitieswithstu- Holocaust survivorsandscholars, Museum, heardpresentationsby jamin andLeetouredtheHolocaust gram.” made themidealchoicesforthepro- possess theleadershipqualitiesthat the department,said,“BenandLee its leader, Mrs.Lusher. race, ColumbusAvenue willstaywith polls todecidethetown’s Mayor’s would care,”shesaid. left. Ineverthoughtanybodyelse have who knewmeas‘TheMayor’ out ofit.Besides,mosteverybody thought anythingwasgoingtocome then smiledproudly. Mrs. Lusherpausedforasecond,and given toherbyfellowWestfielders, amazed!” shesaid. myself Everyoneisalwaysso lights onthebushes-andIdoitallby mas, Iputoutabout90Christmas keep myselfbusy. AndbeforeChrist- hand-made stockings. the streetalsohaveoneofhermother’s ber, andthatmostoftheresidentson ings foreverychildandfamilymem- made needlepointChristmasstock- added, notingthathermotherhas ful whenitcomestoholidays!”Ruth great-grandchildren. It’s arealhand- great-grandchildren, andfourgreat- alone. Ihavesixgrandchildren,11 kids galore-butIhaven’tbeenleftall other homesareyoungfamiliesand the lastoneleftonblock-all emphasized. ters. NowIjustgettohelp,”she anymore. Ileavethattomydaugh- cook andbake,butitjustisn’t aseasy point, ‘tillIgettired.usedtolove chair anddoalittlebitofneedle- pleted overtheyears. framed needlepointsshehascom- she said,pointingtoawallfilledwith that I’marealfanofneedlepoint,” busy. myself ofcourse.Itrytokeepreal body formetotakecareof,besides I’ve outlivedeverybody, there’s no- of peoplearoundhere.Butnowthat That’s reallyhowIgottoknowalot that wasgettingolderinthisarea. made itmydutytocareforeverybody throughout ManorPark. the elderlyonColumbusAvenue and ties includedhelpingandcaringfor long ago,”shenoted. out -Idrovethat.Butthatwasallso when thefirstModel-TFordcame beautiful then.Andthen,Iremember down toNewark.Oh,butitwas Avenue andSouthOrangeAvenue ley, fromthecornerofSpringfield “Getting thechancetomeetCon- “I enjoyedseeingthemuseumand During theday-longevent,Ben- So, whileWestfield wenttothe “Oh, wellyouknow-Ineverreally When askedaboutthenickname “But it’s allsowonderful!Ineedto Mrs. Lushercontinued,“Imaybe “Every night,Isitinmyfavorite “If youlookoverthere,you’llsee “I tookupnursing,forawhile,and Mrs. Lusher’s morerecentactivi- Tele: (908)232-5060

of ScotchPlains–Fanwood 251 NorthAvenue J &MCafé Westfield on bail. warrants outofNewark,wasreleased who wasalsowantedontwoactive license, accordingtopolice.Leonardis, charged withdrivingarevoked Avenue nearthetrafficcircleand Forked RiverwasarrestedonSouth over hislawn. that someonemayhavedrivenavehicle Hampton Courthome. theft ofclothingfromthebasementa ties said.Shewasreleasedon$150bail. North Avenuedepartmentstore,authori- $170 worthofcostumejewelryfroma arrested andchargedwithshoplifting his vehiclewithapumpkin. police someonebroketherearwindowof make $60inpurchasesontheInternet. individual’s creditcardtounlawfully pect isbelievedtohaveusedanother by deceptioninwhichanunknownsus- Municipal BuildingonEastBroadStreet. was takenfromoutsidetheWestfield Westfield TrainStation,whiletheother lice. Onewasremovedfromthenorthside in separateincidents,accordingtopo- do nothaveanysuspectsinthecase. on ForestAvenue.Authoritiespresently the burglaryofasecondfloorapartment known valuewerereportedstolenduring in theWestfieldHighSchoollot. along thepassengersideofacarparked sons drewalineinblackmagicmarker released. ties said.Swistposted$250bailandwas less than50gramsofmarijuana,authori- Avenue andchargedwithpossessionof arrested inthe500blockofSummit Street –leaffire. Street –mulchfire. Crescent –smokecondition. Street –smokescare. Avenue –waterevacuation. unintentional alarm. Street –telephonewiresdown. Station. locked atthenorthsideWestfieldTrain $700, wasstolenwhileitparkedand that hisbicycle,valuedatapproximately released on$375bail. intoxicated, accordingtopolice.Hewas Avenues andchargedwithdrivingwhile was arrestedatMountainandKimball lot. the southsideWestfieldTrainStation park. sought tohavefacilitiesplaced inthe Westfield BaseballAssociationwho Council meetingsbymembers ofthe up inrecentweeksduringTown stroyed byvandalsoverthesummer. after twoportabletoiletswerede- – automobileaccident/vehiclefire. enue –unintentionalalarm. Street –smokescare. dence Road–systemmalfunction. dence Road–systemmalfunction. Street –systemmalfunction. system malfunction. Street –unintentionalalarm. Street –systemmalfunction. dence Road–smokescare. enue East—systemmalfunction. Avenue –systemmalfunction. Road –systemmalfunction. Avenue –wiredown. Park –wiresdown. Road –systemmalfunction. Avenue –structurefire. Avenue –lockout. – structurefire. Avenue –smokescare. water evacuation. wire down. Avenue –telephonewiredown. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • The poolbudgetwasalsoapproved The issueofrestroomswasbrought WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER21 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER21 THURSDAY, OCTOBER22 THURSDAY, OCTOBER22 SATURDAY, OCTOBER24 DecisiononParkConcert Christopher M.Leonardis,31,of A residentofMohawkWayreported A NewYorkresidentreportedthe Ying WangLee,43,ofWarrenwas An ElizabethAvenueresidenttold Police reportedanincidentoftheft Two bicycleswerereportedstolen Three portabletelephonesofun- Police reportedthatunknownper- Curtis Swist,18,ofWestfieldwas Nine hundredblockofHarding Four hundredblockofWestBroad Seven hundredblockofEmbree Nine HundredblockofCoolidge One hundredblockofJefferson Four hundredblockofPoetsPlace– Four hundredblockofWestBroad A Mountainsideresidentreported Norbert Blanco,65,ofWestfield A bicyclewasreportedstolenfrom Five hundredblockofDownerStreet Two hundredblockofMyrtleAv- Seven hundredblockofWarren One hundredblockofNewProvi- One hundredblockofNewProvi- Two hundredblockofEastBroad Five hundredblockofFirstStreet– Nine hundredblockofCoolidge Two hundredblockofEastBroad One hundredblockofNewProvi- Three hundredblockofSouthAv- Sixteen hundredblockofRahway Six hundredblockofWillowGrove Eight hundredblockofRahway Lamberts MillRoadandTamaques Six hundredblockofWillowGrove Nine hundredblockofGrandview Seven hundredblockofHighland Six hundredblockofStirlingPlace Five hundredblockofSpringfield One hundredblockofElmStreet– Two hundredblockofEtonPlace– Four hundredblockofScotchPlains TUESDAY, OCTOBER20 TUESDAY, OCTOBER20 MONDAY, OCTOBER26 MONDAY, OCTOBER26 MONDAY, OCTOBER19 SUNDAY, OCTOBER25 SUNDAY, OCTOBER25 FRIDAY, OCTOBER23 FRIDAY, OCTOBER23

Rec. CommissionDelays A W POLICE BLOTTER FIRE BLOTTER ATCHUNG CONTINUED FROMPAGE1 WESTFIELD WESTFIELD C OMMUNICATIONS municipal budgetprocess. go beforethecouncilduring the insurance. cluded inthebudgetareutilitiesand other staff. Operationsexpensesin- assistant director, swimcoachand increase insalariesforthepool’s with a2.5percenthike,includingan tern infrontofherhouse. ported thatsomeonebrokeaglasslan- flowers. against thehouseandstompedon reported thatsomeoneusedpaintballs the northsideWestfieldTrainStation. a storeonEastBroadStreet. taken fromthepremises. side thebuilding.Nothingwasreported Avenue anddamagedafoldingdoorin- glarized amedicalofficeonHillcrest gymnasium onDorianRoad. the stepsofWestfieldHighSchool from aporchonEmbreeCrescent. the theftofacheckand$450incash. authorities said. charges hadbeenfiledasofpresstime, cedure forfilingacomplaint,butno lives inCranford. argument oversmoking.Thesecondman and threwtheminhisfaceduringan tore uptheformer’spackofcigarettes Avenue eatery,policeconfirmed. was assaultedbyafellowdineratNorth that someonethreweggsonhercar. ing cream. that someonedamagedhercarwithshav- leased on$275bail. partment store,policesaid.Shewasre- valued at$38fromaNorthAvenuede- Plains waschargedwithshopliftingatop victim. also thrownatthehouse,accordingto window, breakingtheglass.Eggswere someone threwtworocksatherfront case, authoritiesconfirmed. have beenfiledinconnectionwiththe year-old Westfieldresident.Nocharges reported thatshewasassaultedbya15- posting $375bail. authorities said.Shewasreleasedafter charged withdrivingwhileintoxicated, arrested onSpringfieldAvenueand vation. Street –carbonmonoxidedetectoracti- Avenue –systemmalfunction. Avenue –structurefire. Street –wiresdown. enue –lockout. Avenue –gasolinespillonroadway. Avenue –lockout. tivation. Avenue –carbonmonoxidedetectorac- Avenue –wiredown. telephone wiredown. Street –smokeandodorremoval. enue –unintentionalalarm. Green –lockout. Drive –watercondition. enue West–truckfire. enue –unintentionalalarm. Avenue –systemmalfunction. Street –smokescare. – carbonmonoxidedetectoractivation. Circle –poweroutage. Drive –leaffire. Avenue –lockout. Street –hazardouscondition. Street –goodintentcall. mobile accident. Avenue –watercondition. Street –waterevacuation. enue West–assistpolice. enue West–waterevacuation. Street –unintentionalalarm. The commission’s budget willnow • • • • • • • • Both partieswereadvisedonthepro- According tothevictim,otherman • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER28 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER28 THURSDAY, OCTOBER29 THURSDAY, OCTOBER29 SATURDAY, OCTOBER31 SATURDAY, OCTOBER31 A WoodsEndRoadresidentre- A residentofWestDudleyAvenue A bicyclewasreportedstolenfrom A handbagwasreportedstolenfrom Police reportedthatsomeonebur- A backpackwasreportedstolenfrom Used clothingwasreportedstolen A CentralAvenueresidentreported A Westfieldresidentreportedhe A residentofBatesWaytoldpolice A DorianRoadresidentreported Yasmeen Bailey,20,ofScotch A Westfieldresidentreportedthat A 17-year-oldDunellenresident Blanca Perez,25,ofLindenwas Seven hundredblockofCoolidge Eight hundredblockofHighland Five hundredblockofLawrence Four hundredblockofWestBroad Five hundredblockofSummitAv- Four hundredblockofMountain Two hundredblockofNorthEuclid Nine hundredblockofColumbus Seven hundredblockofCentral Six hundredblockofBoulevard– Seven hundredblockofHarding One hundredblockofKimballAv- Eight hundredblockofVillage One hundredblockofNormandy Eleven hundredblockofSouthAv- Three hundredblockofLindenAv- Eight hundredblockofHighland One hundredblockofProspect Three hundredblockofOrendaCircle Three hundredblockofOrenda Four hundredblockofMontauk Twelve hundredblockofRahway Two hundredblockofProspect One hundredblockofEastBroad Palsted andDownerStreet–auto- Five hundredblockofColonial One hundredblockofLivingston Four hundredblockofNorthAv- Four hundredblockofNorthAv- Four hundredblockofSouthElmer MONDAY, NOVEMBER2 TUESDAY, OCTOBER27 TUESDAY, OCTOBER27 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER1 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER1 FRIDAY, OCTOBER30 FRIDAY, OCTOBER30 , I NC . P UBLICATION THE— Serving Scotch PlainsTIMES and Fanwood Since 1959 — of ScotchScotch PlainsPlains –– FanwoodFanwood

USPS 485200 Published OUR 39th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 45-98 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. Thursday, November 5, 1998 Every Thursday 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Scotch Plains Dems Win Council Control After 24 Years; Geri Samuel Likely Township Mayor Choice in January

By JEANNE WHITNEY issues out there. ship outright. Districts seven and 11 should normally have done better.” Specially Written for The Times “I also think a lot of people were fed on the north side were split among the Senator DiFrancesco indicated his For the first time since the Watergate up with all of the stuff that’s going on at candidates. own standing was solid despite the hearings in 1974, Democrats in Scotch the Municipal Building. I think people Although Mr. Donatelli pulled the pounding his party took at the polls in Plains seized control of the Township voted their anger and frustration, their most votes from local Democrats with the township. Council from Republicans by sweep- inability to be heard. I think there are 3,439 votes, it was only 58 more than “Scotch Plains has always been very ing three seats in Tuesday’s mid-term communities and individuals in this Mrs. Samuel with 3,381. Mr. Bromley good to me. I just ran last year and won election and ousting Republican in- town that couldn’t get through, and I trailed Mrs. Samuel by 23 votes, with by a huge margin. I look forward to cumbent Councilman Robert Johnston. think they understood that they had to 3,358. running in 2001 and look forward to With a higher than expected voter do something about that,” Mr. Bromley Highest vote-getter for the Republi- the support of the community,” the turnout in the township of 45.5 per- explained. cans was Mr. Johnston with 2,860 while Senator said. cent, Democrats Franklin P. Donatelli, Mr. Bromley has said one of his Mrs. Coronato got 2,794 and Mrs. In Westfield, Democratic Mayor Geri M. Samuel and Tarquin Jay priorities as councilman will be to work Iammatteo took 2,739. Thomas C. Jardim took all the voting Bromley trounced Republicans Mr. for an elected mayor system of govern- Township Republicans puzzled districts, two incumbent Democratic Johnston, Paulette Coronato and Gail ment in the township. In the past, the over how they lost all three seats in Councilmen kept their seats and Demo- Iammatteo by nearly 600 votes. Con- all-Republican council took one-year Tuesday’s vote, yet pledged to come crat Carl A. Salisbury picked up a servative Party council candidate Frank turns serving as Mayor. back strong in 2000 when the two council seat. Festa, Jr., took just 232 votes. “It’s an absurdity that there’s not an remaining seats on the council, held Fanwood saw both Democratic Voters put local Democrats over the elected mayor,” Mr. Bromley said after by Republicans William F. council seats go to Democratic incum- top with 53 percent of the total and winning. He indicated that the current McClintock, Jr., and Dr. Martin bent Karen M. Shurtz and Democrat Republicans lost with 44 percent of system is “something again to a presi- Marks, are up for a vote. Kathy Mitchell, the Chairwoman of the vote. (Mr. Festa made up the bal- dent of a Chamber of Commerce.” After the somber realization that the the borough’s Democratic Party. In Cranford, one of the few area votes weren’t there for Republicans In Union County, all three Demo- ance.) Jeanne Whitney for The Times Within an hour after the voting polls towns like Scotch Plains that does not COUNCIL MEMBERS-ELECT...Scotch Plains Democrats captured three seats Tuesday night, State Senate President cratic Freeholder incumbents were re- closed, Mr. Johnston was telling sup- elect a mayor separately, Democrats on the Township Council in Tuesday’s election, giving Democrats a 3-2 majority and township resident Donald T. elected, with Mary P. Ruotolo snag- porters at the election night headquar- handily won two seats in Tuesday’s for the first time since the Watergate era backlash in 1974. Pictured above, left DiFrancesco reacted, saying, “I think ging the highest number of votes among ters at the Stage House Inn, “This is election to cut the Republicans’ ma- to right, are: Franklin Donatelli, Tarquin Jay Bromley and Geri Morgan people wanted a change. That’s the her runningmates Daniel P. Sullivan almost unbelievable. I don’t know jority to 3-2. Samuel. two-party system. But the whole ticket and Lewis Mingo, Jr. when I’ll get over the shock of what’s Scotch Plains Democrats challenged happened.” the incumbent Republicans over what Others have said Republicans sus- they called a lack of “open govern- Fanwood Democrats are Victorious in Race pected a shake-up in the council ment,” rising taxes, ownership of the makeup this time around, but never a former zoo property, and the lack of an three-seat sweep like Tuesday’s re- elected mayor. sults. Republican candidates ran on their For Two Contested Seats on Borough Council With a 3-2 Democratic majority on records, pledging fiscal responsibility and more “open space.” By SUZETTE F. STALKER Coronato, who was part of the Re- Chairwoman, who said she was sur- costs,” she remarked. Ms. Mitchell the five-member council next year, a Specially Written for The Times Democratic Mayor is considered a Current Republican Mayor Joan publican ticket in Scotch Plains, lost prised by her first-time win. The Coun- also vowed to work toward increas- given and Mrs. Samuel looks like the Papen who is retiring from council It was a dual Democratic victory her own bid for a council seat with cilwoman-elect previously ran for a ing the ranks of Fanwood’s volunteer favorite among the winners. The Mayor after 16 years, fended off Democratic Tuesday in the race for two open the Democratic sweep in that town- seat on the governing body in 1993. fire department and rescue squad. is selected by council members from charges, saying, “We have the most seats on the Fanwood Borough Coun- ship. “I hope to work to keep taxes down “This has to be a very predominant among themselves. open government in the state.” Mayor cil, as voters returned incumbent In Fanwood, Democrats will con- and pursue the Democratic impetus issue for me,” she added. Karen M. Schurtz for a second term Mrs. Samuel ran and lost for State Papen indicated she was clearly disap- tinue to retain the 4-3 majority they of finding grants to help (control) CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Assembly in 1995. pointed in the election results, saying and named her running mate, hold on the governing body. Council “Losing is no fun,” Mrs. Samuel voters “believed the Democrats’ pro- Katherine Mitchell, to succeed Coun- members are split evenly between the said Tuesday night, “Winning is much paganda.” cil President Bruce H. Walsh come two parties, with Democratic Mayor better.” Reportedly, both Republicans and New Year’s Day. Maryanne S. Connelly serving as tie- Mrs. Samuel credited the three-seat Democrats spent about $20,000-a- The pair defeated Republican chal- breaker when necessary. Councilman sweep of the council to “hard work and piece on the local race, with residents lengers David B. Trumpp, who also Walsh, who opted not to seek a fourth organization.” Mr. Bromley agreed inundated by direct mailings in the last ran for council last year, and first- term this year, is also a Democrat. saying, “We spent a lot of time and weeks of the campaign. time candidate Wilfred P. Coronato. “I’m excited. I’m in shock. I’m walked a lot of miles. The people got to Democrats took almost two-thirds Council terms are for three years elated!” exclaimed Ms. Mitchell, meet us, and listened. We took a lot of of the 21 voting districts in the town- each. Fanwood’s Democratic Committee Mr. Coronato’s mother, Paulette Congressman Franks Reelected; Vows to Save Social Security, Maintain Balanced Budget

By SONIA V. OWCHARIW sweeping total of 14,516 votes, while just thrilled. We are going to work cian. He gives back — what you see Specially Written for The Times Congressman Franks had 12,679 again tomorrow for Central New Jer- is what you get. He’s a credit to the Newly-reelected Congressman Bob votes. sey,” said Congressman Franks. word ‘politician.’ Of course, he’s par- Franks of Berkeley Heights gave his Mayor Connelly said at her cam- Goals which Congressman Franks tisan, and he’s fair to all people, and victory speech and celebrated with a paign headquarters in Union that she mentioned as being on his agenda for I feel that’s why people work for him. gathering of campaign supporters was “proud” of her showing in her his new term included preservation I’m happy for him.” Tuesday night at a reception adorned first try for Congress. Mrs. Connelly of Social Security for the next gen- Congressman Franks expressed with red, white and blue balloons at was attempting to make history by eration; educational opportunities for mixed feelings about the overall elec- William A. Burke for The Times the Woodbridge Hilton in Iselin. being the first Democratic Congress- students, keeping the Federal budget tion results. While obviously elated DOUBLE CELEBRATION Democratic Councilwoman Karen M. Schurtz, Mr. Franks, who won his fourth woman from New Jersey. balanced, and working for Central over his own success in this year’s left, and her runningmate, Katherine Mitchell, celebrate their victory Tuesday term in a race against Mayor Mrs. Connelly said she was disap- Jersey and the needs of the Seventh Seventh District race, he added that, after winning the two open seats on Fanwood’s governing body. Mrs. Schurtz, Maryanne S. Connelly of Fanwood pointed that she will not get the op- District. “unfortunately, some of my personal elected to her second three-year term, and Councilwoman-elect Mitchell, who by a 75,900 to 64,420 tally, repre- portunity to push her initiatives such Saying it was “an exciting night,” friends who ran were not fellow win- will begin her freshman term on January 1, defeated Republican challengers Wilfred P. Coronato and David B. Trumpp. sents the Seventh Congressional Dis- as preserving Social Security, bring- Congressman Franks told his sup- ners.” trict. The district includes 34 mu- ing about health care reform and porters that “this wouldn’t be pos- nicipalities in Union, Middlesex, specifically targeting Health Main- sible without you. A heartfelt thanks. Somerset and Essex Counties, among tenance Organizations (HMOs). Thanks for allowing me to go back to Board of Education Formally them Westfield, Scotch Plains, Her theme throughout the cam- work for the taxpayers of New Jer- Fanwood and Mountainside. paign was to “get Congress back to sey.” Results began trickling in after work for us.” Congressman Franks’ wife com- polls closed at 8 p.m. In Westfield, In his acceptance speech, Con- mented, “I’m pleased. He enjoys very Opposes ‘School-to-Work’ Policy Congressman Franks gathered 5,741 gressman Franks thanked everyone much working and he works hard in votes, while Mrs. Connelly managed from his wife, Fran, accompanied by Washington to serve his constituents By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN tive during its regular public meeting istrative Code regarding the “Stan- 3,989. He also topped the Mayor by their baby daughter, Kelly Amanda, and his communities in the Seventh Specially Written for The Times last Thursday. dards and Assessment for Student 140 votes in her hometown of to campaign helpers, supporters, and District.” The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board The board passed a resolution call- Achievement,” which include the Fanwood. his parents. A friend of Congressman Franks’, of Education formally denounced the ing upon the New Jersey School School-to-Work program. However, overall in Middlesex “Each one of you carried the mes- Doug Hanson, added, “He (Mr. State Department of Education’s Boards Association (NJSBA) to pur- The local board recommended County, Mayor Connelly won with a sage to understand our agenda. I’m Franks) always wanted to be a politi- mandatory “School-to-Work” initia- sue revisions to the proposed Admin- making “selection of a ‘Career Ma- jor’ and participation in a ‘Struc- tured Learning Experience’ volun- tary for both students and school Fanwood Planning Board Okays districts.” The board targeted the resolution for inclusion on the agenda for the Variance for N. Martine Ave. Site May 15, 1999 Delegate Assembly of the NJSBA, since the deadline for By SUZETTE F. STALKER A 1970 variance awarded to Dr. his business from the dwelling’s first- inclusion on the November 1998 as- Specially Written for The Times Besson for mixed use of the site lim- floor office area, and will reside in sembly agenda is past. The Fanwood Planning Board ited the dwelling to use by a single the apartment upstairs. Board member Jean McAllister granted a use variance October 28 to professional, and also stipulated that He sought continuation of a provi- recently testified at hearings in New an area businessman for a home oc- a second-floor apartment on the pre- sion under the 1970 ordinance, how- Brunswick regarding finalization of cupation at 232 North Martine Av- mises be occupied either by the owner ever, which would allow him to live the proposed Administrative Code. enue, following a lengthy public hear- of the property or a tenant. elsewhere in the future, if he chose, She encouraged local residents inter- ing at which concerns over the future Mr. Calamaras, who also operates while continuing to maintain his of- ested in learning more about the of the property were discussed. a small distribution business involv- fice at the North Martine Avenue “School-to-Work” proposal to attend Andrew Calamaras, a sales repre- ing miniature components for vari- location. a panel presentation at Roosevelt sentative for several manufacturers, ous types of equipment, does not Mr. Calamaras testified that he Intermediate School in Westfield at 7 plans to purchase the mixed profes- qualify as a professional under local conducts most of his business via p.m. on Monday, November 9. sional and residential dwelling, which ordinance. A home occupation is telephone or by computer, and that In a related matter, Assistant Su- for many years had housed the offices considered a separate use from the visitors to his office would be mini- perintendent for Instruction Dr. John of Dr. Francis Besson, an orthodon- previous type of office facility there. mal. R. Crews and Director of Pupil Ser- tist now practicing in Scotch Plains. The applicant said he plans to run He characterized his parts distri- vices Eleanor McClymont briefly Sonia V. Owchariw for The Times bution business as a “microcosm” of discussed the implications of recom- VICTORY SPEECH...Congressman Bob Franks celebrates his win over Fanwood INDEX his overall operation, adding that his mended revisions to the state’s gradu- Mayor Maryanne S. Connelly with his wife, Fran, and baby daughter, Kelly Business ...... Page 17 Mountainside Page 3 Social ...... Page 6 merchandise is typically shipped out ation requirements. Amanda, in front of his supporters during a victory gathering at the Woodbridge County ...... Page 2 Obituary ...... Page 10 Sports ...... Page 13 Hilton Tuesday night. Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 9 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Page 12 Thursday, November 5, 1998 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

FANWOOD Board of Ed Formally Fanwood Planning Board POLICE BLOTTER Opposes ‘School-to-Work’ Approves Use Variance

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 released to the custody of his mother. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 • Police reported that someone SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 Dr. Crews indicated that, assum- potentially life-threatening anaphy- right away and requires minimal stor- site would “just be a business.” sprayed graffiti on a storage shed at • Police reported that eye drops ing students regularly attend a local lactic reaction to peanuts and peanut age space. He recommended several condi- Forest Road Park. were shoplifted from a Martine Av- high school program that addresses products. In response to concerns raised dur- tions be required for approval of the • The passenger side window on a enue pharmacy. No one was appre- the core curriculum standards, the Saying the “school board has need- ing the meeting by Eugene Bellamy, application, including a limit of two vehicle was broken at a municipal lot hended in connection with the inci- only state requirement for gradua- lessly placed the life of my daughter Deputy Chief of Fanwood’s Fire Pre- people working at the site; that the in the borough. dent. tion would be satisfactory perfor- in jeopardy,” Mrs. Randazzo is work- vention Bureau, Mr. Calamaras con- owner of the dwelling either live or TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20 • Bienvenido Rivera, 49, of West- mance on the High School Profi- ing through an attorney to compel firmed his inventory would not pose work there; that no parking area be • Authorities reported that some- field was charged with driving while ciency Assessment (HSPA) test. the board to act. She recommended a serious fire risk. built at the rear of the premises, and one threw eggs at the front door of a intoxicated on Midway Avenue, au- He was quick to point out that the eliminating peanuts and peanut but- Two years ago, when Dr. Besson that window signs be prohibited. Terrill Road tavern. thorities said. He was released on his Scotch Plains-Fanwood district would ter from art and science classes. and successfully petitioned the now-dis- Board members said these condi- • Police confirmed that someone own recognizance. be free to maintain and enhance its avoiding distribution of snacks con- attempted to break into the rear of an MONDAY, OCTOBER 26 banded Fanwood Board of Adjust- tions paralleled their own concerns. unoccupied building on South Avenue. • William Miller, 45, of Plainfield own graduation requirements under taining peanuts. ment for permission to add his son as Mr. Cummings said the applicant’s THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22 was charged with shoplifting eye the proposed code. Board President August Ruggiero a second professional to his practice proposal “appeared to fit the descrip- • A Pleasant Avenue homeowner drops from a South Avenue super- The state would require all stu- acknowledged the number of corre- there, neighbors feared an increase tion of a home occupation,” in that it reported an attempted break-in after market, according to police. Miller dents to “demonstrate proficiency in spondences and meetings associated in patients’ vehicles would exacer- involved activities which could be finding pry marks next to a front door was released on his own recogni- all sections of the HSPA (High School with Mrs. Randazzo’s concerns over bate parking problems on Martine conducted from a home, with no knob on the house. zance. Proficiency Assessment) or SRA the past 18 months. and Montrose Avenues. merchandise or signs to be displayed SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 (Special Review Assessment) pro- In other business, English/Lan- Mr. Calamaras stated that he and in the dwelling’s windows. • Pao Tang, 28, of North Plainfield • A Scotch Plains resident reported cess...” before they can receive a state- guage Arts Supervisor Diane Kelly an administrative assistant would be The board, which unanimously was charged with driving while in- that her car was egged as she traveled endorsed diploma, he revealed. and her former colleague, Patricia the only people working at the site. endorsed the use variance, included toxicated on Terrill Road, according along Terrill Road. Mrs. McClymont said she is con- Boland, presented a revised language He added that, with the exception of several provisions in the accompany- to police. He was released on his own SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 cerned about the impact of this as- arts curriculum which focuses on United Postal Service deliveries, there ing resolution. The upstairs apart- recognizance. • A bicycle was reported stolen sessment method on special educa- developing a lifelong love of reading typically would be no vehicular traf- ment must either be owner-occupied • While investigating a report of a from a garage on Watson Road. tion students. “While all special edu- among students at every grade level. fic generated by his business. or a rental, and the office area must loud party, police charged a 17-year- SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 cation students do take the HSPT The board is scheduled to vote on The dwelling is equipped with a be occupied by the owner of the prop- old Fanwood resident with consump- • Campaign signs were reported (High School Proficiency Test), we the revised curriculum at its Tues- garage and driveway with more than erty. tion of alcohol underage, authorities taken from in front of a business on do exempt some scores,” she ex- day, November 10, agenda meeting. said. The youth was subsequently South Avenue. enough space to accommodate the The number of employees on the plained. In a tangential subject, board mem- applicant and his employee, it was premises will be limited to three, and She went on to say that special ber Edward J. Saridaki, Jr. ques- revealed during the public hearing anyone seeking a change of use for SCOTCH PLAINS education students who graduate on tioned why a mandatory summer — eliminating the need for any addi- the dwelling will have to appear be- the strength of their Individualized reading program at the middle school tional parking spaces. fore the Planning Board. POLICE BLOTTER Education Program rather than the level was implemented without board Scotch Plains attorney Michael B. In addition, board members stipu- HSPA could receive an annotated approval. Blacker, representing Mr. Calamaras, lated that storage of merchandise be diploma rather than a state-endorsed “There’s resistance on the part of MONDAY, OCTOBER 19 rear window. emphasized that his client’s business restricted to one room; that the prod- document. parents to a mandatory summer read- • A resident of Scotchwood Glen • A Country Club Lane resi- would be beneficial to the neighbor- uct have minimal fire potential; that reported the theft of a power drill and dent reported the theft of two tires “This dual diploma situation is of ing program,” he noted. hood in that it represented a “much there be no increase in impervious a coin bank from the residence some- and rims from his vehicle over the great concern,” she emphasized. Mrs. Boland replied that the sum- less intense use” than the former coverage on the property, and that no time over the past two weeks. weekend. During the public comment portion mer reading program in the middle orthodontic practice at that location. free-standing or window signs be TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20 • Joseph L. Rivera, 18, of of the meeting, Fanwood resident Pat schools was “one of the things par- Gregory S. Cummings, Board installed on the lot. • A Beverly Avenue resident re- Elizabeth was arrested and charged Hoynes-O’Connor followed up on a ents asked for” as part of the district’s Chairman, remarked that while he The board also agreed to extend ported that eggs were thrown at the with possession of under 50 grams of written request to Superintendent of cyclical review process of the lan- did not believe the small parts enter- “all prior relief” to Mr. Calamaras house early in the morning. marijuana on Terrill Road. Police Schools Dr. Carol B. Choye to allow guage arts program. She indicated prise would “infringe upon the na- should he eventually decide to move • Several mailboxes were dam- investigated Rivera after he was seen parents to decorate the hall bulletin that it was announced at previous ture of the neighborhood,” he was out of the apartment but keep his aged in the area of Raritan and allegedly behaving in a suspicious boards at Coles Elementary School. “Back to School Nights” and at two concerned it might set a precedent business at that location. Rahway Roads early in the morning. manner, authorities said. The boards were left empty as part of other presentations. for similar operations on a larger In other matters, the board ap- WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21 MONDAY, OCTOBER 26 the job action by the Scotch Plains- Mr. Saridaki further questioned scale. proved deck applications for Louis • Joseph Bethea, 19, and Qua- • A representative of a Fanwood Education Association. the “reading logs” students use, stat- Weve Bates, 19, both of Plainfield, Plainfield Avenue business reported Board member Nancy Koederitz, Cammarano of 91 North Glenwood Fifteen Coles parents attended the ing that accountability “degenerates who also serves as Fanwood’s Zon- Road, Yashwant Karkhanis of 160 and Timyah Cabbell, 19, of North finding the front door pried open. A board meeting to initiate board ac- their desire to read.” Plainfield, were arrested and charged radio and telephone answering ma- ing Officer, wondered whether po- Coriell Avenue, and Noel DeMarsico tion on the matter. Parent Heidi Mrs. Kelly explained that a letter tential growth in Mr. Calamaras’ of 75 North Glenwood Road. with possession of a stolen motor chine were discovered stolen. Sweeney stated, “I invite you to walk was mailed to middle school parents vehicle pursuant to a traffic stop on • A motorist reported being distribution business would increase Finally, representatives of the through our halls. They’re barren which stated that an activity related truck traffic in the area. Exxon Corporation returned before Route No. 22. The vehicle was re- hit by an object projected from a and an embarrassment.” to a student’s summer reading would The applicant noted that, because the board to announce the company ported stolen on October 14 in North slingshot by a youth on a passing In response to Dr. Choye’s expla- be required upon his or her return to Plainfield, according to police. school bus on Martine Avenue. No his merchandise consists of such had decided to withdraw its request nation that Coles Principal Carl school. • Ernest Williams, 53, of Plainfield injuries were reported, and the inci- small items, the business would have for a use variance for an additional Kumpf was concerned about putting “The letter seemed clear,” inter- was arrested and charged with driv- dent is under investigation. to expand “exponentially” in order sign at its service station at South ing while intoxicated, eluding and • Police received a report of parents in the middle of the negotia- jected Dr. Choye. She suggested to tion process, Mrs. Sweeney replied, Mrs. Kelly that “we make sure what for it to have an impact on the num- Avenue and Terrill Road. resisting arrest after he allegedly fled graffiti spray-painted on a school bus ber of delivery vehicles traveling to At the board’s September 23 meet- from a police unit attempting to stop and a maintenance building located “We’re not trying to put up political we think we’re saying is what par- banners; we’re trying to make the ents are hearing.” the site, in which case he said he ing, attorney Lawrence Vastola and his vehicle for violations. to the rear of Park Middle School in would relocate his operation. professional planner Roger DeNiscia After police attempted to stop the Scotch Plains. The incident occurred school warm and inviting.” During the meeting, Dr. Choye Subsequent to the board meeting, noted that a revised 1998-1999 school Board attorney Robert J. Mega explained that Exxon was making suspect’s vehicle on Rahway Road, over the weekend. observed that the board could also the appeal because an existing sign at Williams fled and left the roadway TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27 the superintendent arranged for sev- calendar would be mailed to all par- on Belvidere Avenue in Plainfield, • Michael Peloso, 3rd, 20, of eral Scotch Plains-Fanwood High ents, designating the numerous revi- incorporate restrictions into a reso- the service station was not visible to authorities said. After a brief foot Somerset was arrested and charged School student government repre- sions which have taken place since lution with the variance which would South Avenue traffic. The proposed, chase, Williams was apprehended. with possession of under 50 grams of sentatives and Coles parents to put school began in September. control the type and intensity of busi- 50-square-foot sign would have stood THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22 marijuana on Terrill Road pursuant up artwork on several bulletin boards The superintendent indicated that ness activity at the site. seven feet high with a five-foot set- • A Prospect Avenue resi- to a motor vehicle stop, according to at the school last Sunday. parents should take note, not only of Mark Edelman, a resident of back. dent reported that two saws were police. Scotch Plains resident Victoria date changes, but time changes with Montrose Avenue, suggested the ap- Following up on a recommenda- taken from an unlocked garage • A Sleepy Hollow Lane resi- Randazzo appealed to the board to respect to beginning and ending times plication digressed too far from the tion made at that meeting by Mr. during the past week. dent reported that someone had pried heed her call for action regarding her for full and single-session school days, “home occupation” category, which Cummings, Mr. Vastola and Mr. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 open a basement window and had daughter’s (and other children’s) and delayed openings. is a permitted use provided that all DeNiscia said the corporation agreed • Two men entered a West- taken an undetermined amount of guidelines for the classification are instead to angle the existing sign so field Avenue convenience store, cash and jewelry. met. He argued that, if the applicant it would be visible to motorists on showed a small handgun and took an • A Mountain Avenue resi- Union Catholic HS Students were to move from the apartment, the both South Avenue and Terrill Road. undetermined amount of cash from a dent reported that North Plainfield safe, according to police. Both sus- police had found her vehicle with the pects wore ski masks. ignition damaged. The vehicle was Attend Leadership Day • Anthony Inverno Jr., and reportedly stolen over the weekend Gordon Inverno, both 18, of Scotch without the victim discovering the SCOTCH PLAINS – Five seniors structor of Professional Military Edu- Fanwood Democrats Win Plains and two 17-year-olds were theft. from Union Catholic High School in cation at the McGuire Noncommis- arrested and charged with vandalism • An East Second Street resi- Scotch Plains were among 136 stu- sioned Officer Academy at McGuire to mailboxes at approximately 20 dent reported that someone had pried dents from 31 schools who recently Airforce Base; Special Agent Kristin Two Open Council Seats southside homes, authorities said. a basement window and tampered attended the 15th annual Student Becci of the Bureau of Alcohol, To- Police stopped a vehicle driven by with a rear door lock overnight with- Leadership Day for outstanding stu- bacco and Firearms and Ramu CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Anthony Inverno on Rahway Road out gaining entry into the house. dents in the Seventh Congressional Damodaran, Editor-in-Chief, United During a post-election celebration Hall shortly before 9 p.m. to con- after being given a description of the WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28 District. Nations Chronicle, Department of at the South Street Café in Fanwood, gratulate their opponents, both re- car by an area resident. The adults • A representative of a South Union Catholic students who par- Public Relations at the United Na- were released on summones. The Avenue business reported finding a she and Councilwoman Schurtz flected positively on their campaign, ticipated in the event, which was tions in New York. thanked their supporters and all those which focused on such issues as tax juveniles will be referred to family hinge removed and pry marks on an held at Union County College, in- The Seventh Congressional Dis- court. office door. Entry was not gained, who worked on their campaign. relief and sidewalk improvements, cluded Christopher Sandiford of trict, which Mr. Franks represents, Saying she was “very happy” with as well as more effective communi- • A cellular telephone was re- police confirmed. Fanwood, Tiernan Applegate of includes 34 municipalities in four ported stolen from a business on East THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29 the outcome of the election, Council- cation channels. Elizabeth, Lisa Dolansky of Rahway, New Jersey counties. In Union woman Schurtz said she hopes to see “It was a great opportunity to run Second Street. • A representative of a South Brenda Kaus of Linden, and Sherry County, the district encompasses all SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 Avenue business reported the theft of the goals she and Ms. Mitchell cham- with Wil Coronato and have the Varghese of Union. or parts of 17 towns, among them pioned during their campaign “be- chance to represent our community • A cellular telephone was re- a charity canister containing an un- Begun by Congressman Bob Westfield, Fanwood, Scotch Plains ported stolen from the trunk of a car determined amount of cash. The same come a reality.” of Fanwood,” said Mr. Trumpp, located on Fairway Court. business later that day reported the Franks in 1983, the program was and Mountainside. Among the issues she anticipates whose father, Theodore Trumpp, is a established to provide students with • The hood of a vehicle parked theft of 14 plants from the front of the Stop By Our focusing on during the coming year, former Mayor of Fanwood. “We in the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High building. the opportunity to exchange ideas she revealed, are improved commu- talked to a lot of people and we did School parking lot was spray-painted. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 with government leaders and to in- New Downtown nication, bringing more money into our very best,” he added. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 • Four minor incidents of van- troduce them to career opportunities. the community, and short-term and “I was very proud of the campaign Thirty-one schools sent 136 stu- Office At • A patron of a Route No. 22 dalism were reported, including eggs 1906 Bartle Ave long-term planning initiatives. She that we ran,” echoed Mr. Coronato. business reported that, upon leaving thrown at houses and vehicles. In dents to listen to speakers such as Dr. said she was also looking forward to “David and I worked very hard. We the parking lot, someone had thrown two of the incidents, local juveniles Thomas Brown, president of Union Scotch Plains completion of the borough’s revised walked every street in the borough a bottle at his vehicle, smashing the were apprehended, authorities said. County College; Stuart Rabner, Ex- (908) 322-4155 Master Plan, which is expected by and walked some streets twice. We ecutive Assistant United States At- the end of this year. did our best to identify the issues we torney, District of New Jersey and The councilwoman commended thought were important to the bor- The Caring Box Special Agent Gary Charles Adler, the efforts of her Republican oppo- ough, and tried to make ourselves as Federal Bureau of Investigation. nents, saying they conducted a posi- accessible as we could.” Because Westfielders Care... the spirit of volunteerism is very special in Other speakers included Techni- tive, issue-oriented campaign. Both Republicans extended best Westfield. The United Fund of Westfield, through a grant from the cal Sergeant Bruce A. Rivera, In- “They ran very hard and anyone wishes to Councilwoman Schurtz and Westfield Foundation and the help of The Westfield Leader, is proud to who does this understands the time, Councilwoman-elect Mitchell. Mr. provide The Caring Box. This volunteer clearing house, responding to the commitment and the sacrifices Coronato additionally thanked “ev- special, immediate needs in our community, will be published monthly. J & M Market J & M Café in running a campaign,” she re- eryone who worked on our campaign Please call the United Fund if you can help! 856 Mountain Ave 251 North Avenue marked. and everyone who voted for us.” Mountainside Westfield According to unofficial tallies re- All three public questions also Youth & Family Counseling Tele: (908) 232-0402 Tele: (908) 232-5060 leased after the polls closed Tuesday passed in Fanwood. Question No. 1, Toys & magazines for waiting room night, Councilwoman Schurtz gar- which dealt with allocation of state nered the most votes, with 1,316. sales and use of tax revenue for the Women for Women Following were Ms. Mitchell, with preservation of open space, was ap- Office supplies: 2 filing cabinets & copy paper 1,173; Mr. Trumpp, with 1,134, and proved by a vote of 1,432 to 723. RSVP of Union County Mr. Coronato, with 1,133. Question No. 2, which asked vot- 1st to 3rd grade level books These totals did not include absen- ers to decide if the state Legislature tee ballots, confirmed by Union should be given the power to enact WYACT Fresh Jaindl Turkeys County Clerk Joanne Rajoppi’s of- laws to regulate New Jersey’s horse Volunteer secretary and experienced grant writer Appetizers – Stuffings fice the next day, which included 24 racing industry, was given the green Mobile Meals of Westfield for Councilwoman Schurtz, 21 for light by a vote of 1,204 to 908. Weekday morning drivers and packers Ms. Mitchell, and 15 each for Mr. Question No. 3, which asked Side Dishes • Salads • Pies Trumpp and Mr. Coronato. whether bond moneys should be used Westfield Department of Human Services Of the borough’s 4,757 registered to make grants to counties and public Holiday Volunteers for deliveries and for the Salvation Army Now Taking Holiday Orders voters, 2,496 cast their ballots in this authorities to improve the financial Kettle Drive; Donations to the “Caring Neighbor Fund” year’s General Election. situation of and protect public funds Fanwood was one of four Union invested in solid waste facilities, Complete Dinner Packages County communities to use electronic passed by a vote of 1,225 to 853. The United Fund of Westfield voting machines for the first time Councilwoman Schurtz and Ms. 301 North Avenue, West $10.98/person this year. The other three were West- Mitchell will be sworn in during the Westfield, NJ 07090 field, Mountainside and Kenilworth. Mayor and council’s reorganizational (908) 233-2113 10 person min. Mr. Coronato and Mr. Trumpp, meeting on Friday, January 1, at who arrived at Fanwood Borough Fanwood Borough Hall. Page 2 Thursday, November 5, 1998 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Township Victim Sees Veterans Celebrate Attackers Locked Up And Recall Serving By JEANNE WHITNEY Another Westfield resident and vet- Specially Written for The Times and The Westfield Leader eran of World War II who called him- Eighty years ago this Wednesday, on self “just an ordinary soldier” said, By JEANNE WHITNEY Watkins was charged on eight counts Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times November 11, the “war to end all wars,” “Veteran’s Day is very important to me. in the trial last month, he was not World War I, came to a close after four It brings back memories of those I served A Scotch Plains resident who was found guilty of attempted murder by years with a truce — the signing of an with.” robbed, shot in the head and left for the jury. “I don’t know what their armistice — on the eleventh hour of the However, Mr. McCourt, 50, remem- dead in his home on Friday the 13th criteria was,” he said. eleventh day of the eleventh month. It bers when Veteran’s Day meant a day in September two years ago, saw one Mr. Arbus said he was asleep on became known as “Armistice Day” and off from school with plenty of parades. of two attackers sentenced to 50 years the floor of his living room in front of the historic moment was later memori- “People have lost sight of honoring in prison last week at the county’s the television at 2:30 in the morning, alized as “Veteran’s Day.” veterans,” he lamented. Traditions have Superior Court. when the two men cut through a front The national holiday is a salute to all changed, he said, “and there is a gen- “They are brutal, callous execu- screen door and entered the room. those who fought wars for the United eral lack of patriotism.” tioners,” Wayne Arbus told the judge Mr. Arbus lives two blocks from Route States in the hopes of securing peace, An estimated one-tenth of all Ameri- in his victim impact statement. 22 East. according to the Department of Veter- cans are armed forces veterans, Mr. Mr. Arbus said his attacker Gerard LAND HO!...U.S.S. Coast Guard Landing Ship Tank 207 sits on the beach in ans Affairs. McCourt said, and by his count there One of the intruders shot Mr. Arbus are nearly 6,000 Vets throughout Watkins of Newark would not be in the head and the bullet evidently November 1943 after invading Bougainville in the Solomon Islands in the Congress asked that the day “be com- eligible for parole from prison until Pacific. Area resident Ed Walsh was Chief Signalman on the U.S.S. LST-207 memorated with thanksgiving, prayer Westfield, Scotch Plains and Fanwood. missed his skull but made a three during World War II. and exercises designed to perpetuate This Veteran’s Day at 11 a.m., 2031. inch wound. Covering his bloodied peace through good will and mutual Westfield veterans will hold a ceremony The other attacker, Deandre head with his arms, Mr. Arbus played understanding between nations.” at the monument for the World War I McKenzie, of Hillside, was sentenced dead for 15 minutes while the men Local Veterans Share Even today, Vietnam War Veteran dead, at the intersection of East Broad to eight years. ransacked the house. and Scotch Plains resident Joe McCourt Street and North Avenue. Mr. Arbus said that although As the attackers fled in Mr. Arbus’ says Veteran’s Day continues as a cel- Scotch Plains and Fanwood will ob- car, he grabbed his own gun from a ebration in honor of those who served in serve the holiday at 11 and 11:30 a.m., closet, ran outside and fired shots at Tales of Combat Duty the armed forces and to remember those respectively, by laying wreaths at the Westfield Library Plans the car, hitting the rear windshield who did not return. “There’s a special Veterans Monument in the township and two houses across the street. No By JEANNE WHITNEY place in our hearts for them,” he said. downtown and at the borough Memo- Internet Search Class one else was injured in the gunfire, Specially Written for The Times and The Westfield Leader “Veteran’s Day is a very meaningful rial Library. he said. War is hell. Veterans will admit that. Yet there are often other tales of war day,” according to Westfield resident Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 122, WESTFIELD — The Westfield American Legion Post 209 and the Vet- Mr. Arbus reported that a law en- worth telling. and Vietnam War Veteran Mary Jo Rice, Memorial Library, located at 550 Ed Walsh, a Scotch Plains resident and World War II veteran of the U.S. who served as a U.S. Army intensive erans of America Chapter 688 and East Broad Street in Westfield, will forcement official said shortly after Coast Guard said he was in nine war campaigns and four invasions over the care nurse. “I think it’s an honor and a American Legion Post 3 and Veterans hold a class on Internet searching the attack at a press conference that course of the war in the Pacific. responsibility to celebrate what they’ve of Foreign Wars Post 11467 are all local techniques on Wednesday, Novem- Mr. Arbus had done nothing wrong He spent much of his time in a 327-foot Landing Ship Tank that “rolled right done,” she said. veteran chapters. ber 18, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. by firing at the intruders. Mr. Arbus up” on island beaches and unloaded tanks and other ground equipment for the The presentation, given by the said his gun was “legal.” Allies. library’s reference staff, will provide “The prosecutor did a really, really “I was never wounded,” Mr. Walsh said, “until I was put on lighthouse duty a hands-on introduction to the good job,” Mr. Arbus said, after the in Maine after the war. I broke my knee.” Internet and will also include in- sentencing. Mr. Arbus, a real estate Mr. Walsh explained that he joined the Coast Guard after the Japanese attack struction on using EBSCOhost, an broker, was present at almost every on the United States at Pearl Harbor. “I tried to join the Marines but a doctor on-line magazine database. phase of the trial, including the sen- said I had a bad heart,” Mr. Walsh related. He was 18 years old. In person or telephone registration tencing of the two men. Both had Shortly after that, he proved healthy, told the Coast Guard he had not been begins on Monday, November 9, at other violent crime convictions with refused enlistment by any other branch and joined. “As an Irish Catholic,” Mr. the Circulation Desk or by calling a weapon, he said. Walsh added, “I went to confession over that.” (908) 789-4090. A valid Westfield “They were laughing at me as they He said he later wound up fighting beside the U.S. Marines with the U.S. Library card is required to attend the Naval Amphibious Force in the Philippine Islands anyway. walked out of the court room. Shoot- “I really would like to see the Coast Guard get more credit for their part in classes. Class size is limited to eight ing me was like stepping on a bug,” individuals. the war,” Mr. Walsh noted. Mr. Arbus said. A Vietnam War veteran, Mary Jo Rice of Westfield, served as a hospital staff nurse in 1969 for one year. “I’m a very patriotic individual,” she said, “I’d encourage anybody to go into the military. “You get a lot of life clinical experiences under those conditions,” she said, “and it helped me develop in many ways.” She later went on to become Chief ELM TREE Nurse in a Dover hospital. Although she recently retired after 30 years in the military, Ms. Rice said a former patient from her Vietnam tour of duty recently looked her up. The soldier 2X3 told her he remembered the moment she had put a Vietnamese orphaned toddler on his lap while he sat in a wheelchair at the hospital, and how that William A. Burke for The Westfield Leader and The Times inspired him to recover. MARK OF ACHIEVEMENT Ken Shulack, Principal of Roosevelt Intermedi- Another World War II veteran living in Westfield, who asked not to be ate School in Westfield, congratulates Carlton A. Blake, Assistant General identified, said he landed in Normandy 10 days after the D-Day invasion and Counsel of the Connell Company, during the Westfield “Y”’s Black Achievers was handed 50 soldiers and a manual on how to detect and defuse German land banquet held recently at The Westwood in Garwood. Mr. Blake was among nine mines. He was barely 30 years old. individuals who received Certificates of Recognition, signed by Congressman “I told them, this is a job, you can’t make a mistake, or you’ve forfeited your Bob Franks, commending them for their individual accomplishments and life,” he said. community involvement. The honorees were also introduced as mentors for the With K-rations, coffee and cigarettes, he and his “Thunderbolt” platoon Black Achievers program, slated to begin this Saturday, November 7, in made it through France into the Rhineland, losing five of the 50. Westfield, to benefit African-American youth. He was wounded in the leg by shrapnel on his birthday in December 1944. When he went to medic for first aid, he said he saw other soldiers in much worse shape, and turned around and left. Prominent Black Achievers Regardless, he was later awarded the Purple Heart, and a Bronze Star for bravery and heroism. Scotch Plains resident and Viet- Honored at ‘Y’ Banquet nam veteran Joe McCourt said even WESTFIELD - “Your work has 29, at The Westwood in Garwood through the trauma of war, he found just begun,” said United States Dis- and attended by over 100 people. a positive aspect in leading soldiers trict Judge Joseph A. Greenaway, Jr., “During the course of the next FIRST NIGHT as an officer in 1969 and 1970. “I saw boys turn into young men,” he one of three guest speakers at the year, the time and energy that you said. “I was 24 years old, 25.” Westfield “Y’s” Black Achievers devote to guiding and influencing 3X10½ banquet held on Thursday, October CONTINUED ON PAGAE 8 MONROE VILLAGE 3X9½ Page 4 Thursday, November 5, 1998 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

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Running time: operate in a deceitful or irresponsible Maguire), a teenager of the 90’s, want to 116 minutes. manner" something we should all avoid. live in such passionless straits? In fact, National Attention Back to Space Program he’s a Pleasantville expert. Ask him to HUNG UP!! relate what happens in the episode when Over the years there are certain issues that distinguished military career which spanned 23 Margaret bakes cookies for Whitey and Future Mother-in-Law Tells he’ll give you every detail. Inquire as to bring Americans together. Unfortunately, these years. He was later chosen, with six other astro- who owns the malt shop and he’ll quickly generally seem to be tragic circumstances such as nauts, out of 110 applicants for the Mercury flight. apprise you that it’s Mr. Johnson (Jeff Daughter to Get Prenuptial terroristic attacks or wars, as witnessed during The current space flight, which began last Thurs- Daniels). You see, Dave, of the broken the Persian Gulf War. However, one event that is day, has given those persons too young to remem- home 90’s, has found sanctuary in the By Milt Faith, Executive Director unyielding certainty of the fifties. Youth and Family Counseling Service bringing the nation in front of their TV sets and ber or not born yet in 1962 the opportunity to see There are some entertaining, albeit logging onto the Internet is the current space an American legend at work. predictable, lessons in the offing for A mother of the bride writes: have been close and were hoping to shuttle mission which includes former Mercury In terms of the shuttle mission, we believe Mr. young Dave. And not too unlike Dor- My daughter recently became engaged continue to interact with each other on a othy in The Wizard Of Oz, he will have to a young man of a different faith, which regular basis. Astronaut John H. Glenn, the first American to Glenn is well deserving of a second mission. A to follow his destiny. But whereas Dor- is not easy for me to accept. My daughter However, you must accept certain orbit the Earth. payload specialist on the mission, he is partaking othy and Toto left a black and white came to me one night to tell me that she truths: 1) You refer to Emily as a child Kansas for a multicolored Oz, the time had become engaged to “Jim” (disguised when it is obvious she is an adult. You Thirty-six years after his previous journey, Glenn, in a number of experiments, including one to study name) after dating him for two years. must recognize that as an adult, Emily now 77, has returned to space. While he may have the effects of sleep disorders in space. and dimension travelers in Pleasantville leave the colors of their contemporary “Sue” wants me to plan the wedding must do what she feels will be fulfilling aged, the enthusiasm he has brought to the nation Also, blood and urine samples, 16 each in total, world for the black, white and gray with her. and make her happy. 2) Times have It’s very difficult for me to accept Jim changed, and often, our sons and daugh- as a whole regarding the future of the space pro- will help researchers better understand how grav- shades of vintage TV land. But there’s since he never went to college, works at ters move away in a society and world gram should not be taken lightly. The last time the ity affects balance and perception, the immune wizardry aplenty in director Ross’s tech- a blue collar job, comes from a family which is highly mobile and transient. 3) space program received this much attention, sadly, system, bones and muscle density, metabolism and nically beautiful essay in living black where his parents and brother divorced, Do not “make her feel guilty,” be sup- and white. and spends too much time watching portive and approving. She is entitled to was following the shuttle Challenger explosion in blood flow. In Pleasantville, George, a “Father sports. Many of his friends never went to her choice. Don’t make her feel she is 1986. Mr. Glenn has announced his retirement from the Knows Best” sort of dad played with college, either. “leaving” you, which could be inter- Prior to joining the space program in 1959, Mr. Senate effective this January. Despite a successful neatly efficient detail by William H. I feel I tried to motivate my daughter to preted as rejection. 4) Remember that Macy, comes home every night at the find someone who is a professional so that telephones and other electronic commu- Glenn, a United States Senator from Ohio since 24-year Senate career, he will always be known same time and issues the identical salu- they will have a lot in common and her nications enhance the ability to have 1975, was a decorated pilot in the United States for his space missions. tation: “Honey, I’m home.” Canned (potential) husband will be able to sup- ongoing contacts. Life remains an ongo- Marines and Air Force in World War II and later in His trip poses a special meaning this Veteran’s laughter greets the announcement, as if port her well. Do I have a right to tell her ing process, and try to continue your life mocking the sheer absurdity of the mind- how I feel? I do not want to alienate her. with your husband. the Korean Conflict. He flew 149 missions in total. Day. With that in mind, we note that today’s paper lessly puerile entertainment that is about Answer: Before you tell her anything, A terrified mother writes: With Veterans Day this Wednesday, November 11, includes a story featuring a few local veterans, in to unspool. It is into this fanciful past I need to make you aware that I do not My 7-year-old son is cruel to animals. we note that Mr. Glenn received the Distinguished addition to information on local ceremonies planned where Dave (who becomes Bud) and his feel the real issue is Jim in terms of his I have caught him tormenting the cats, sister Jennifer (Reese Witherspoon, who educational, familial history of divorce and the other day I found him hitting our Flying Cross on six occasions, and the Air Medal in our region. We honor all veterans for their becomes Mary Sue) are banished in (divorce is not inherited) and personal dog with a belt. His pet snake disap- with 18 clusters. Mr. Glenn retired following a service to America. “Twilight Zone” fashion, thanks to a interest in sports. You have raised no peared in our house one day, and I sus- very weird TV repairman (Don Knotts issue which focuses on unkindness, in- pect he let it out of its box. He knows I’m with a slightly delicious dark side). He sensitivity, laziness, abusive tendencies, petrified of snakes. To tell the truth, he Paper Commended mysteriously arrives on the eve of the distrust or unfaithfulness. has few friends and he tends to take away Pleasantville 24 Hour Marathon and The real issue is that you oppose Jim, their games or toys. Should he be put on For Election Coverage supplies the special remote control that or feel uncomfortable and oppositional, a medication? Letters to the Editor because of the difference in religions. In Answer: No, but I do recommend that On behalf of the Westfield Area transports the siblings back not only three decades, but from reality to the fact, your opening statement addresses you take him to a child therapist. Studies League of Women Voters I would like that issue and your difficulty in accept- indicate that children who are abusive to commend The Westfield Leader/ chimera of situation comedy. First Night Thanks All Contributors While Dave goes about the business ing Sue’s choice of a partner. towards animals — indicating sadistic Times for its excellent coverage of the of fitting into the safely bland routine of You have to come to terms with your and cruel behavior — become adults To ‘Taste of Westfield’ Event election issues and candidates, not only Pleasantville, men-and-mall-on-the- feelings or it will (negatively) affect the who turn their rage and destructive feel- in Westfield, Scotch Plains and mind Jennifer rails at the stodgy sce- plans for the marriage and your future ings onto people. There is a need to hurt Fanwood, but in Mountainside, too. nario. A social bug in her dating prime, relationships with the children. I strongly and punish with no emotions of guilt or On Saturday, October 24, Temple Thank you to all our local restau- Your publication clearly takes seri- recommend that you speak to your min- concern. Your son needs professional Emanu-El donated its facility for “First rants, caterers and contributors who the sexy hell kitten would like to liven ister or rabbi or a therapist in order to help immediately. ously the role of keeping the public things up. Dave cautions sis not to make Night Westfield” to hold the fundraiser have generously donated your time and informed of issues, which was amply resolve your feelings so that you can A “concerned” mother writes: “A Taste of Westfield.” talent toward making this event a suc- waves, contending that the local folk are relate to Sue and Jim in an affirming and Barbra Streisand had a prenuptial demonstrated by your distributing free happy. “Happy?” Jennifer asks in total On behalf of all of the volunteers, cess. The variety, quality and quantity copies to every household in the area loving manner. agreement prepared when she married thank you for your continued generosity of your cuisine was outstanding. Your disbelief, declaring, “No one in a poodle An anxious parent writes: Jim Brolin. Our family is very wealthy this week. As you know, an informed skirt and a sweater set can possibly be and support of “First Night Westfield.” commitment to Westfield and “First electorate is also the founding goal of How do you let go emotionally of a and I insist that my daughter and future The event was a huge success. Night Westfield” is to be commended. happy!” Figure Jen for some syrupy les- child who graduated college and has son-in-law sign a prenuptial agreement our organization, and we are most grate- sons in values, too. taken an excellent job as a business before they marry; one never knows what “First Night Westfield” is supported And, thank you to all volunteers. ful for your help in publicizing our by The Westfield “Y,” the Westfield Without you, this event would not have The captain of the basketball team is manager in Seattle, and then may be can happen. press releases, and covering Candi- taken aback when Jennifer/Mary Sue transferred to Singapore. My daughter is furious and feels to- Foundation, the Town of Westfield, PNC been possible. You are the best! dates Night in such great detail. Private Bank and other local contribu- boldly insists they go up to Lover’s “Emily” and I (and her father) have tally trusting and loving in her relation- Julia Black It has been a pleasure to work with Lane. Word of the adventure gets around had a close and loving relationship and I ship with her fiancé, and says that a tors. Those supporters and other con- your staff, who are always most wel- tributors were our guests for “A Taste of First Night Westfield the malt shop. And since peer pressure guess we always assumed she would live prenuptial agreement implies a possibil- coming and accommodating. We look among teens is apparently just as power- in the tri-state area. This is very difficult ity that something may go wrong. She Westfield.” On behalf of “First Night forward to continuing our good rela- ful in illusory situations as it is in real for us and I don’t want her to feel guilty feels this is her life and her decision. She Westfield,” thank you for your partici- tionship with you. life, the outings become all the rage. about leaving us. tells me to “get lost!” What do you sug- pation. We hope you enjoyed the sam- SPFEA Should Start Buddy Holly replaces Johnny Mathis on Answer: It is not easy to have a daugh- gest? plings prepared for you by the many Merry Wisler ter or son move too far, particularly if you Answer: Get lost! President, Westfield the juke box. community sponsors. Please continue To Face Responsibilities According to the rules of the fantasy to patronize them, and recommend them Area League of Women Voters script, previously black and white people to your friends. Despite denials by the Scotch Plains Fanwood Education Association, (SPFEA) acquire color when they’ve experienced the current teacher job action targets stu- Memory Continues truly moving emotion. Hence it figures, Selecting Right Package dents and their families. the town’s teens are the first to bloom. Community Thanked Teacher absence at “Back to School With Service League But not everyone in Pleasantville Can ‘Benefit’ A Company Night” leaves parents without a clear Sheila Coronella, formerly of sheds their black and white look and For Support to Erect understanding of the curriculum or of the Fanwood, died recently in Phoenix. accompanying personality so quickly. And some, like Betty, the homemaker By RICH PRESTON teacher’s expectations, undermining the Mrs. Coronella founded the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Building on Diner Site mom of the show, aren’t immediately cooperative relationship which best Fanwood-Scotch Plains Service League To many small business owners, an employee benefits plans consist of three I am writing this letter to openly thank in 1973. The organization was founded happy with the frightening badge of serves the student, and diminishing any individuality that the metamorphosis employee benefits package may seem parts: health insurance, a retirement plan the many residents of Westfield who support the parent may offer. to give assistance to the Fanwood- and ancillary benefits, such as life insur- supported us in our efforts to erect a new represents. Portrayed by Joan Allen in more like an expense than an asset. But Through their unwillingness to par- Scotch Plains Day Care Committee the word “benefits” in a well- designed ance, disability insurance, vacation time building on our property, the Excellent an Oscar-worthy performance, Betty’s and stock option plans. Each part re- Diner site on North Avenue. ticipate in this one evening program, the through a vehicle of a thrift shop. repressed, duty-bound stereotype speaks plan applies not just to the employees but SPFEA thumbs their nose at working When the Day Care Center was dis- to the entire company as well. quires careful consideration. I have known many of you for a long volumes about the 50’s (actually, the This research could begin by: time and have had you come into our parents who may have no other opportu- banded, Service League members be- Above all, a good benefits plan can stereotypical view of the 50’s that was play a critical role in recruiting and re- Analyzing the needs. An owner should diner over years. I have seen many of you nity to meet their child’s teacher. gan directing their efforts toward the popularized in the 60’s, along with a Union assurances that there is no im- betterment of Scotch Plains and taining key employees. In today’s com- talk to employees to determine what grow up. Thank you very much. few revisionist nuances by filmmaker benefits they find most attractive and To those who supported us who I do pact on the classroom are empty. If stu- Fanwood, with an emphasis on youth. petitive marketplace, job candidates re- Ross). It’s no wonder that the daughters alize the high cost of good medical care why. not know, thank you for believing in dents cannot experience the pride of see- The Thrift Shop opened October 5, of moms like Betty launched the ing their good work pinned up on the 1974, and continues on in the same and the need for insurance. For a sought- • Examining the competitive arena. what is best for Westfield. Women’s Lib movement. Similar companies usually compete for I would especially like to thank First classroom wall, they are being denied the Scotch Plains area for the same pur- after employee considering several of- What starts out as social satire ulti- fers, a competitive salary isn’t enough. talent, both locally and nationally. An Ward Councilwoman Gail Vernick, who, motivating encouragement they deserve pose. mately melds, but not always so evenly, owner should have a clear understanding during the past year, openly and consis- The benefits offered weigh heavily into from their teacher. Anyone wishing further information with the political allegory that the decision and, in some instances, can of who the competitors are and what they tently supported our proposal to clean-up I urge the SPFEA to reassess the nego- may call The Thrift Shop at (908) 322- Pleasantville turns into. And on its own offer in terms of benefits. the property. Mrs. Vernick never doubted tip the scales in one company’s favor. tiating value of this job action, and fulfill 5420. terms, the PG-13-rated fable proves a A strong benefits package also can • Tapping into professional associa- our motives but believe in us and in what their responsibilities to the students and nifty, pro-individualist tome, warm with tions and other resources. Many profes- we were trying to accomplish. Dorothy Gondola contribute to current employees’ satis- the teaching profession. Cena Pollit humanism, and a glib anti-fascist primer. faction on the job. Employees who feel sional groups provide background about For that we thank her. I have lived and benefits packages offered within the in- worked in Westfield for over 60 years. Pat Hoynes Scotch Plains- The battle lines are drawn in they need better health benefits may be Fanwood Fanwood Service League Pleasantville, black and white folk on tempted to look at other jobs, while dustry. Some of these organizations also Longevity nowadays may not mean much have plans available for purchase. Be- to some governing officials in town. But one side and people of color, so to speak, employees who are satisfied with the on the other. Some store owners put plan will be more loyal. fore signing on the dotted line, however, at least to Mrs. Vernick it means cred- owners should check to see if an ibility, which, as a long-time resident, is signs in the windows reading “No For a small business owner, the loss of even one employee can be devastating, organization’s plan is truly suited for all I have ever wanted. Coloreds.” Big Bob the mayor, a reac- tionary bully played by the late J.T. particularly if that employee is highly their companies’ individual needs. Stella Lekas Walsh in one of his last film perfor- specialized or required a significant in- • Looking for ways to involve employ- Westfield mances, uses the occasion to pen a re- vestment in training. ees in the process. Employees need to strictive rules of conduct and solidify A well-laid plan requires careful re- understand that benefits are not free and his power. He harangues in front of an search on the owner’s part and counsel are part of their total compensation. Ask- from an outside advisor. In some ways, ing employees to co-pay part of the medi- Deadlines ominous panoply depicting the chamber of commerce’s insignia. It might as well designing a benefits package is like buy- cal insurance, for example, can help General News - Friday 4pm be a swastika. ing a computer. Inexpensive plans are limit frivolous visits to the doctor or Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm Young toughs who still haven’t seen available and easy to find, but a plan that hospital emergency room. Classifieds - Tuesday 2pm the Technicolor side of things terrorize doesn’t suit the company’s needs is Armed with a clear understanding of money wasted. the company’s needs, an owner can be- How To Reach Us the streets. In one scene evoking shades A poorly designed plan might even gin developing a plan. With the vast E-Mail - [email protected] of Kristallnacht, they break the malt end up hurting a business. Employees array of options available, a good advisor Phone - (908) 232-4407 shop store window after art loving Mr. can quickly separate a quality package can easily design a plan that meets objec- Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 Johnson celebrates his suddenly enliv- from an inferior one. A plan that doesn’t tives without creating unreasonable costs. PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 ened palette by painting a rather sugges- cover basic health needs or contains ben- Throughout the process, the small In Person - 50 Elm St., Westfield tive mural featuring an enlightened Betty, efits employees don’t want can create ill- business owner must maintain a long- Drop-Box - at Nuts n’ Plenty his secret heartthrob. A book burning will and distrust no matter how good the term perspective. A good employee ben- 407 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains follows. intentions. efits package might not have a dramatic Pleasantville plies its colorful mes- With today’s complex legal and tax impact on the bottom line, but its subtle Submittal Formats sages on three levels. There’s the broad systems, a knowledgeable advisor is criti- implications will ripple through the com- Photos - B/W and Color missive about government and group cal to designing a solid plan. Someone pany for many years to come. No Panoramic or Polaroid dynamics, the parable about individual- who specializes in this area can help wade * * * * * Typed, not handwritten ism, and the whimsical jaunt in com- through the various issues involved and Rich Preston, a native Westfielder now Upper and lower case parative sociology. Unfortunately, not explore the myriad of options available. residing in Madison, is an agent for Need name & daytime phone all its values and mechanisms translate An owner can begin the process, how- Northwestern Life Insurance in Spring- across all levels. ever, with some basic research. Most field. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 5, 1998 Page 5 Mountainside Republicans Capture Freeholder Dems Sweep to Maintain Two Open Seats on Borough Council Majority; Sheriff Froehlich Reelected By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL the Mountainside Elks Club, Coun- cal platform, which included increas- Incumbent Democrats on the Union and SHANNON T. WATERS cilman Schon and Mr. Mortimer ing recreational activities for bor- County Board of Chosen Freeholders Specially Written for the Westfield Leader and The Times thanked the people of Mountainside ough residents of all ages, while scored a sweeping victory over their Republicans won both council seats who met with them during their cam- maintaining strong financial stabil- Republican challengers in Tuesday’s in Mountainside after Tuesday night’s paign. ity. election. election. To date, a Democrat has Councilman Schon stated, “I would Mr. Mortimer thanked the people In doing so, the victors extended never held a seat on the Borough like to thank the residents of of Mountainside for giving him his their sweep streak to four consecu- Council. Mountainside for having the confi- first opportunity to serve the bor- tive years, and maintained the party’s Incumbent Werner C. Schon, who dence to re-elect me and for electing ough. He also thanked campaign 9-0 majority on the board. earned 1,226 votes, and Glenn Glenn. I would also like to thank the volunteers for their time in accompa- “Running on their record,” Free- Mortimer, who received 1,242 votes, campaign staff, Dona Osieja, our nying him and Councilman Schon in holder Chairman Daniel P. Sullivan, will be sworn in during January’s re- Campaign Chairwoman, Bruce their visits to 600 homes in Mary P. Ruotolo and Lewis Mingo, organizational meeting of the gov- Dickerson, our Publicity Chairman, Mountainside. Jr. soundly defeated the Republican erning body. and Marilyn Hart, Republican Chair- He expressed gratitude for the time team of George P. Gore, Juan Running on the Democratic ticket man, for their hard work and efforts afforded to him and Councilman Fernandez and Andrew MacDonald. were Michael Krasner, who received to make this campaign a success.” Schon at Brighton Gardens and According to preliminary results, 916 votes, and Steve Brociner who He also stated that he and Mr. Manor Care, where they spoke with Mrs. Ruotolo led the field with 61,867 drew 886 votes. Mortimer were anxious to get to work residents, and for the conversations votes. In an acceptance speech made at on the issues that were on their politi- with parents at borough soccer fields. As expected, Democratic incum- Mr. Mortimer said he was “confi- bent Sheriff Ralph G. Froehlich re- dent in my abilities to help the people tained his position as Union County of Mountainside.” He concluded by Sheriff with a huge win over Repub- saying that the support of all who lican challenger Esther Guzman- helped him in the campaign gave Malcolm. Sheriff Froehlich will be- him “a drive to go forward and do a gin his eighth three-year term in good job.” office this January. Susan Dyckman for The Westfield Leader and The Times In an interview with The Westfield The Freeholders’ triumph mirrored HOW SWEET IT IS...Union County Democratic Freeholders Mary P. Ruotolo Democratic successes at the local of Westfield and Daniel P. Sullivan of Elizabeth are all smiles following their Leader, Mr. Krasner stated that he rousing victory Tuesday night over their Republican challengers. Not pictured was very happy with the numbers in level throughout Union County and is Democrat Lewis Mingo of Elizabeth who was also victorious. the race, stating that it “was a race on the national scene. that made the Republicans work for Smiling broadly, Freeholder their votes.” Sullivan began accepting congratu- tack,” Mr. Sullivan pointed out. you, thank you. I’m a team player,” He also stated that he and his sup- lations from supporters shortly after “There was no vision put forth for the Mr. Mingo concluded, “and the porters planned to continue to attend results started coming into L’Affaire county.” Democratic team is what I want to borough meetings, ask questions, and in Mountainside where county A Westfield resident, Mrs. Ruotolo play on.” write letters to the press. “I consider Democrats gathered after the polls was first appointed to the board last “This is an overwhelming victory this to be a public service,” he con- closed. February to replace new Union for the Democrats in Union County,” cluded. “We’re seeing results from areas County Counsel Carol Cohen. exclaimed Mr. Sullivan. “Nine-0 is His running mate Mr. Brociner like Cranford and Scotch Plains that “We ran on our record, what we’ve the rule.” was not available for comments on are traditional Republican strong- done for the county,” she explained. In her remarks to a noisy Demo- the election results. A campaign rep- holds,” explained the Elizabeth resi- “It was a positive campaign, and we cratic throng late in the evening, resentative for the candidate said he dent. never deviated from our message to Party Chairwoman Charlotte was at a business meeting and voted “Generally, our formula is to do voters.” DiFilippo (who, according to Free- Kimberly A. Broadwell for The Westfield Leader and The Times in the election by absentee ballot. well in cities like Elizabeth, Linden Going forward, she hopes “to con- holder Sullivan, “hasn’t lost a Free- BIG NIGHT Republican Councilman Werner C. Schon, left, and runningmate Democrat campaign manager and Plainfield. (Tonight) we’re hold- tinue the work we’ve started, hope- holder race yet”) touted the party’s Glenn Mortimer celebrate at the Elks Club Tuesday night after winning two Louis Thomas, who hosted a gather- ing their margins down in places like fully see another decrease in taxes victories in municipalities across vacancies on the Mountainside Borough Council. Pictured with them is Dona ing for members of the party, stated Westfield and Scotch Plains,” he said. and provide services that enhance Union County. She emphasized plu- Osieja, Campaign Chairwoman, who received a plaque from the GOP winners the election numbers show that “we “If they can’t win there,” said the the lives of our residents.” ralities of 7,000 votes and 4,000 votes in recognition of her work on their behalf. Mr. Schon and Mr. Mortimer were Board President, “it’s an impossible During her victory speech, Mrs. in Elizabeth and Plainfield, respec- challenged by Michael Krasner and Steve Brociner on the Democratic ticket. are reaching people in Mountainside that go beyond our constituency.” margin to overcome.” Ruotolo admitted that, earlier in the tively. Mr. Thomas ventured that votes When asked why the GOP has evening, she had begged a friend to New Jersey Students Learn not only came from Democrats, but been unable to gain a foothold on the “never let me do this again.” With from borough Independents “who are Freeholder board in recent years, Mr. victory in hand, however, she an- Theodore Schundler not satisfied with the current situa- Sullivan replied, “We run the county nounced, “The taste of victory con- ‘Mathcounts’ Program tion.” in an efficient manner.” vinced me, and I’d do it again in a Inducted Into Society Mountainside Mayor Robert F. He also referred to programs like heartbeat.” WESTFIELD — Westfield resi- Seventh- and eighth-grade students school mathematics teachers. Viglianti publicly congratulated Mr. “Access 2000” (designed to get a Freeholder Mingo of Plainfield, dent Theodore Schundler was re- in New Jersey will have an opportunity The purpose of the Mathcounts pro- Mortimer and Councilman Schon on computer in every classroom in Union enjoying the success of his first cam- cently inducted into the National to participate this fall in “Mathcounts,” gram is to motivate junior high school County by the year 2000) and the paign, added, “When you come in as Honor Society, McNally-Sinnott a nationwide program initiated in an students and interest them in technol- their victory during a gathering at the Elks Club. He applauded the “pocket park” initiative to protect a rookie and need the support like I Chapter, at St. Peter’s Preparatory effort to combat declining mathematics ogy-related fields, Ms. Brewer said. needed, it’s important to thank all skills among pre-college students. The students who make their school people of Mountainside for electing open space in municipalities around School in Jersey City. The program is sponsored by the mathematics teams will go on to com- them and stated that he was anxious the county. the people I need to.” The Society’s admission require- New Jersey Society of Professional pete against other student “mathletes” to work with Mr. Mortimer. “Citizens appreciate these pro- He was first appointed to the board ments include a grade point average Engineers’ Educational Foundation, in regional competitions in early Febru- He also commended the incum- grams and find them innovative,” he less than a year ago to replace the seat of 90, demonstrated service to the and is open to all public, private and ary. bent councilman, noting that “the said. vacated by new Plainfield City Ad- Jesuit school and/or the community, parochial schools. Regional finalists will engage in a borough was a great place to live During the campaign, “the Repub- ministrator Walter McNeil. strong leadership and good charac- Mathcounts is designed to create in- head-to-head competition for top hon- because of the years of service given licans only countered with an at- “I just want to say thank you, thank ter. terest and enthusiasm in mathematics ors at the state tournament at the Bell by dedicated people such as Werner by creating an environment similar to Atlantic Corporate Training Center in Schon.” an athletic program, including inten- South Plainfield. In an interview conducted at the sive training, advanced levels of com- State winners will receive a free trip Elks, Mrs. Osieja stated that the ob- petition, teamwork and peer recogni- to Washington, D.C., for the national ject of the Republican campaign was VALLEY FURNITURE tion, according to spokeswoman finals. National winners receive a schol- to “get out and meet as many resi- Patricia Brewer. arship and a trip to NASA Space Camp. dents as possible.” She called the Coaching materials that focus on The registration deadline for the 1998- Republican campaign “a grass roots 3X10½ problem solving, teamwork, analytical 1999 program is Friday, November 13. effort to find out the needs of our thinking and exploration are available Late registration will be accepted until community.” free of charge to middle/junior high Friday, January 8, 1999.

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CELLULAR 3X6 Page 6 Thursday, November 5, 1998 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Anne Lucelia Carlson Marries Thomas Moore Anne Lucelia Carlson, the daugh- the bridegroom, hosted a prenuptial ter of Dr. and Mrs. Dean Carlson of dinner at the Algonquin Club in Westfield, was married on Saturday, Boston. September 19, to Thomas Stuart Following a wedding trip to Moore, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Rich- Cozumel, Mexico, the couple reside ard Moore of Granger, Indiana. in Charlestown. The Reverend Carl Scovel offici- ated at the afternoon ceremony, which took place at King’s Chapel in Bos- Molly Mairead ton. A reception followed at the Hampshire House, also in Boston. Welcomed By Mrs. Elizabeth O’Neil of Lynnfield, Massachusetts, the sister Burgess Family of the bride, served as the matron of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Burgess of Ridgewood have announced the birth honor. Brett van Beever of of their daughter, Molly Mairead Charlestown, Massachusetts was the Burgess, on Friday, July 31, at The best man. Valley Hospital in Ridgewood. The flower girls, all nieces of the Molly weighed 8 pounds and 11 bride, included Miss Anne O’Neil ounces and measured 18¾ inches in and Miss Sarah O’Neil of Lynnfield, length at birth. Miss Katharine Jaruzelski of West- She joins her sisters Mary Kate field, and Miss Emily Norwine of and Rosemary Anne. Cranford. Molly’s maternal grandparents are A 1984 graduate of Westfield High Mr. and Mrs. William J. Neill, Jr. of Westfield. School, the bride received her Bach- Her paternal grandmother is Mrs. elor of Science Degree from Simmons John Burgess of Tampa, Florida. College in Boston and Master of Business Administration Degree African Violet Society from Boston University. She is em- MR. AND MRS. JOHN C. MOLINELLI LT. COLONEL AND MRS. KARL F. FRANTZ ployed by the Liberty Mutual Insur- To Meet November 12 (She is the former Miss Donna Rose Varano) (She is the former Miss Elizabeth M. Solon) ance Company as a Manager of Ac- SCOTCH PLAINS — The Union counting Policy. County Chapter of the African Violet The bridegroom received his Bach- Society will meet next Thursday, elor of Science Degree from Indiana November 12, at 1 p.m. in the Scotch Miss Donna R. Varano Miss Elizabeth M. Solon University. He is employed by Plains Public Library, located at 1927 Harvard Pilgrim Health Care as Bartle Avenue in Scotch Plains. Manager of Systems Administration. The program topic will be “Minia- Weds John C. Molinelli Marries Karl F. Frantz Mr. and Mrs. Gerard Doherty of ture Garden,” and members of the Miss Donna Rose Varano, the The groomsmen included Michael Miss Elizabeth M. Solon of were ushers. Michael Solon of Charlestown, the uncle and aunt of public are invited to attend. daughter of Mrs. Phyllis Halpin of Varano, Daniel Wiig, Robert Ciraulo, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, the Mechanicsburg and Casey Solon of Bedminster, formerly of Westfield, Robert Morris, Robert Klaus, Michael daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Bernard M. Virginia Beach, the nephews of the and Joseph Varano of Wexford, Penn- Gualario, Ronald Gualario, Christo- Solon of Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, bride, and Michael Holland and sylvania, was married on Saturday, pher Rizzo and Joseph Tracey. formerly of Westfield, was married Daniel Holland of Dryden, the neph- DUDICK May 30, to John Christopher Miss Kassandra Clearie was the on Saturday, August 22, to Karl F. ews of the bridegroom, were junior Molinelli. He is the son of Mrs. flower girl, and Brendan and Frantz, also of Mechanicsburg. He is ushers. Maryanne Molinelli of Princeton and Jonathan Halpin were the ring bear- the son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold E. Mrs. Joanne Holland, the sister of 2X3 the late John A. Molinelli. ers. Frantz of Wellsboro, Pennsylvania. the bridegroom, and Steven Solon, The ceremony was performed by A 1990 graduate of Westfield High the Reverend Lawrence Cull at St. School, the bride earned her Bach- The couple was married in the the brother of the bride, did the read- Michael’s Roman Catholic Church elor of Science Degree in Marketing Cathedral Church of St. Stephen in ings. in Cranford. A reception followed at from Fairleigh Dickinson University Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Officiat- A graduate of Westfield High The Shadowbrook in Shrewsbury. in Madison. She is employed as a ing at the ceremony was the Very School and Union County College, The bride, who was escorted down New York Metro Services Coordina- Reverend Malcolm H. McDowell, the bride holds a bachelor’s degree the aisle by her father, wore an Eve of tor for Anixter Inc. in Florham Park. Jr., Dean of the Cathedral, assisted from the University of Connecticut Milady gown and train of tulle, pearls The bridegroom, a 1989 graduate by the Reverend Ray Crosser, a cousin at Storrs and a master’s degree from and satin trim. She carried a bouquet of Princeton High School, was of the bridegroom, and the Reverend Bloomsburg University in of gardenias, calla lilies, white roses awarded his Bachelor of Science Paul Williams, deacon. The Rever- Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania. and stephanotis. Degree in Finance from Fairleigh end Mark Plaushin, a friend of the She is employed as a speech/lan- Miss Lisa Hanken was the maid of Dickinson University. He is employed bridegroom, gave the Homily. guage pathologist in private practice honor. Serving as bridal attendants as a sales representative for Following the ceremony, the couple with a specialty in augmentative com- were Mrs. Michele Varano, Miss Bloomberg Financial Markets L.P. was greeted by a military guard of munication. Michelle Molinelli, Miss Christy in New York. honor as they arrived at the reception The bridegroom, a Lieutenant Halpin, Mrs. Laura Chinchar, Miss The rehearsal dinner was hosted at the Commissioned Officers Club Colonel in the United States Army Brooke Vernick, Mrs. Jennifer by the bridegroom’s mother at the at the Naval Inventory Control Point Reserve, graduated from Dickinson O’Connell, Mrs. Danielle Taylor, Echo Lake Country Club in West- in Mechanicsburg. University in Carlisle, Pennsylva- ABBOTT Miss Pamela DeMaria and Mrs. field. Nicole Croce. Following a wedding trip to Greece, Miss Karen Kangas of Shamokin, nia. He holds a master’s degree from Paul Cangialosi was the best man. the couple reside in Westfield. Pennsylvania was the maid of honor. Virginia Polytechnic Institute in 2X3 Miss Kathryn Solon and Miss Lauren Blacksburg, Virginia, and obtained Solon, both of Westfield, Miss Karen his law degree from Wake Forest Solon of Mechanicsburg, and Miss University Law School. He is an Christine Solon of Virginia Beach, attorney with HighMark in Camp UNIQUE Virginia, the nieces of the bride, and Hill. Miss Mary Holland of Dryden, New A wedding brunch was hosted by CONSIGNMENT York, the niece of the bridegroom, the bride’s parents at their home the served as junior attendants. day after the nuptials. Jerry Lenington of Wellsboro, The couple make their home in Pennsylvania was the best man. Scott Camp Hill. Dugan, Brian Dubuc and Thomas Dinackus, friends of the bridegroom, See Your Announcement and Michael Holland of Dryden, the On The Net brother-in-law of the bridegroom, www.goleader.com LANCASTER WILLIAMS 2X8 2X8 ADLERS 2X7 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 5, 1998 Page 7 Boy Scout Troop No. 72 Plans Recruiting Event WESTFIELD - Boy Scout Troop to continue on into Boy Scouts. No. 72 of Westfield, The Pack and Troop No. 72 has been around for Paddle Troop, based at the Presbyte- more than 75 years. The troop pro- rian Church in Westfield will hold a vides activities such as hikes, service recruiting evening on Monday, No- projects, campouts, canoeing, ski- vember 16, from 7 to 8:15 p.m. in ing, snow-shoeing, and bicycle trips. Westminster Hall on the corner of The troop also spends two weeks East Broad Street and Mountain Av- each summer at a high adventure enue in Westfield. camp on its own island — Erincliff in There will be camping, canoeing, Birch Lake, Canada. Klondike derby, cooking, and other Troop No. 72 graduates more Eagle demonstrations, and a slide presen- Scouts (the highest rank in scouting) tation, along with refreshments. than any other troop in its district. All boys who have completed at For more information, please con- least the fifth grade or are at least 11 tact Warren Hanscom at (908) 789- years old or have (or will have) earned 8961 or Fred Roberts at (908) 233- the Arrow of Light Award are eli- 1545 or Gordon Specht at (908) 232- gible to join the Boy Scouts. There is 1181, or visit the troop’s website at: CHESS TROPHIES The Westfield Chess Club and the New Jersey State Chess no need to have been in Cub Scouts, www.westfieldnj.com/troop72. Federation will hold three sections of the New Jersey Game/15 Championships this Sunday, November 8, at the Westfield “Y,” located at 220 Clark Street. but all cubs are certainly encouraged Pictured above is Westfield Chess Club President Todd Lunna with 16 trophies Driver Refresher Class to be awarded to the Junior players at the upcoming event. Pet Adoption Event Scheduled by AARP Planned This Weekend The American Association of Re- Chess Championships Slated tired Persons (AARP) has announced Best Friends Pet Resorts, located that it will sponsor a “55 Alive Driver Courtesy of NJ Transit at 815 Route No. 22, West, in North Refresher” course on Wednesday and At Westfield “Y” on Sunday SPEAKING OF TILES...Stacy Farley stands next to one of the murals she did Plainfield, will host the “Find A New Thursday, November 18 and 19, from in the new pedestrian underpass in the Westfield Train Station. Ms. Farley, a Best Friend” Pet Adoption Weekend 1 to 5 p.m. WESTFIELD — The Westfield time control of 15 minutes per player native Westfielder, will speak before the Woman’s Club of Westfield on Monday, this Saturday and Sunday, Novem- It will be held at the Mountainside Chess Club and the New Jersey State per round. Players age 18 and under November 9, at 1 p.m. at the First Congregational Church in Westfield. ber 7 and 8. Senior Center, located at 1385 Route Chess Federation will hold three sec- have a chance to win 16 trophies in this The event will be held from 10 No. 22 in Mountainside. Member- tions of the New Jersey Game/15 Cham- event, which is open to all players in the Metropolitan Mural Artist a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and from ship in the AARP is not required, but pionships this Sunday, November 8, at United States Chess Federation noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday. participants must pre-register for the the Westfield “Y” at 1 p.m. (USCF). Dozens of dogs and cats will be course. The main event will be an open sec- The top section allows all players available for adoption. Animal res- Upon completion of the two-day tion in which all United States Chess who are juniors to participate. The Re- To Speak to Woman’s Club Association members may participate. serve section allows all players who are cue groups from across Central New course, students will receive a 5 per- under 1400 in USCF rating and 18 and WESTFIELD - The Woman’s Club tile panels telling the history of Jersey, including People for Animals, cent discount on the major portion of This featured event is an 8-round swiss with a time control of 15 minutes per under to participate. of Westfield will host guest speaker Peekskill’s iron foundries from an Recycled Felines and Noah’s Ark, their automobile insurance premium Artist Stacey Farley at its Monday, informational hexagonal kiosk at the player per round. Registration for the junior section is will be matching families with adopt- for three years. They will also receive from 12 to 1 p.m. this Sunday. The November 9 general meeting at 1 Peekskill train station. Another re- This event is awarding $1,400 in able pets. a two-point reduction from their prizes, along with 30 Grand Prix points. entrance fee is $20 to play in the junior p.m. at the First Congregational cent work is a collection of twenty- Free pet products and services for motor vehicle record, if applicable. The Grand Prix is a year-long competi- event. Players in all sections may join Church at 125 Elmer Street in seven historical photographic tile all adopters will be available. The cost is $8. For further infor- tion of tournaments across the country. the USCF at the Westfield “Y,” 220 Westfield. murals about Bear Mountain State For more information or direc- mation and to register, please call The event is sponsored by Novag com- Clark Street, if they are not already Ms. Farley will speak about her Park which is installed in the obser- tions, please call (908) 822-9200. Lisa Cassidy at (908) 232-2400. puter, which awards $25,000 in prize members. most recent offering, the collection vatory tower on top of Bear Moun- money. The tournament will also feature free of 18 photographic tile murals which tain. Registration for the open section will refreshments. Play in all events should tell the story of the railroad coming Ms. Farley attended Brown Uni- take place from 12 to 12:45 p.m. on end at approximately 7 p.m., when to Westfield. The tiles adorn the un- versity where she achieved a Bach- Sunday. The entrance fee is $45 to play prizes and trophies will be awarded. derpass at the town’s newly reno- elor of Arts degree with a major in in the main event. For more information, please call vated railroad station inaugurated in art, attended the Pennsylvania Acad- This tournament will also feature the Westfield Chess Club President Todd the spring of this year. emy of Fine Arts in Philadelphia. New Jersey Junior Game/15 Champi- Lunna at (908) 561-4974. Play begins The murals illustrate the period of and was awarded a Master of Fine onships. This is a 7-round event with a at 1:30 p.m. for the junior sections. growth and progress in Westfield Arts degree in painting from the from 1864 to the 1920s, ushered in University of Illinois at Chicago primarily by the arrival of the rail- Circle. road. Working with photographs Guests are welcome to attend the drawn from the Westfield Historical general meeting. For further infor- RICH ROB Society archives, Ms. Farley will also mation, please call (908) 233-4338. describe the process of making the The Woman’s Club of Westfield is tile murals in her talk entitled “Rail- a member of the New Jersey State 2X4 road Ties,” and speak of her role as a Federation of Women’s Clubs and public artist. the General Federation of Women’s In 1995, Ms. Farley designed three Clubs. WSO Plans Concert Nov. 14 Featuring Didier Lockwood WESTFIELD – The Westfield orchestrated by Hubert Bongis in Symphony Orchestra will feature three movements, showcases Mr. PUMPKIN PAINTERS Students at McGinn Elementary School in Scotch Lockwood using an electro-acoustic Plains were little artists at work as they painted pumpkins in class. Pictured is jazz and classical music in its con- Lyndsey Douglas receiving assistance with her pumpkin from Principal Mariana cert, “Beethoven and Beyond,” at violin to amplify the performance Cassidy. The Presbyterian Church in over the orchestra. The violin also Westfield on Saturday, November filters the sound to affect the tone 14, at 8 p.m. qualities and frequencies. The concert will feature jazz vio- The concert will also feature solo- linist Didier Lockwood of France ists from Opera Music Theatre Inter- PRIVATE performing his improvisational com- national performing Beethoven’s position “Les Mouettes.” Symphony No. 9 with the Master- Inspired by nature, the concerto, work Chorus. 2X2 LITTLE TREASUERE WILLIAMS 2X2 2X8 ANTIQU CENTER 2X8 GREENBAUM 2X7 Page 8 Thursday, November 5, 1998 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Prominent Black Achievers Residents Evacuated Honored at ‘Y’ Banquet

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 During Fire Scare the African-American youth who COMPUSA; Tracey E. Fooster, Data are part of the Black Achievers pro- Processing and Market Research for gram will make a difference for them Statistical Research, Inc.; Sarah At Chelsea in Fanwood in charting their future, just as some- Friedman, graduate student; Pamela one in the past made a difference for V. Holmes, Head Technical Service you,” said Mr. Greenaway. Librarian of Union County College; By SUZETTE F. STALKER Firefighters used special ejectors to Nine African-American achievers, Rex Huff, Jr., Transition Coordina- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times clear smoke from the building, nominated by their companies or tor of South 2nd Street Youth Center Staff and emergency personnel Chief Carboy noted. community organizations for their in Plainfield; Noah Tennant, teacher safely evacuated more than 50 se- He stated that the Scotch Plains- outstanding individual accomplish- at Edison Intermediate School in nior residents at The Chelsea in Fanwood Board of Education pro- ments and community involvement, Westfield; Alfred L. West, President Fanwood Monday morning, after a vided several handicapped-acces- were introduced as mentors for the and owners of Alliance Relocation small electrical fire broke out in a sible busses to transport residents Black Achievers program that be- Services, and Denise Joyner West, laundry room dryer on the first floor to the church. A van was also sup- gins in Westfield on Saturday, No- Corporate Marketing Director of of the assisted living facility. plied by the Children’s Specialized vember 7. ESSENCE Communications, Inc. The fire, which was confined to Hospital facility on South Avenue. Those awarded were Carlton A. Dr. Anthony Johnson, Director of the dryer, occurred at 9:15 a.m. A number of borough employees, Blake, Assistant General Counsel of the Department of Physics at New while most of the Chelsea’s resi- along with Mayor Maryanne S. the Connell Company; Haniah Burke, Jersey Institute of Technology, led off dents were having breakfast in the Connelly, were also on the scene, Technology Instructor of the program and spoke of his men- dining room of the four-story build- according to the Executive Direc- tors and experiences as an African- ing on South Avenue, according to tor. She added that some Chelsea Pharmaceutical Firm American youth infused with the love Chelsea Executive Director Kathy employees who were off duty and of science and earning the creden- Ryan. learned of the fire also stopped by Awards Scholarship tials that later brought him positions She said staff members, alerted to lend a hand. Ms. Ryan said about To Colleen M. Donovan at AT&T and the New Jersey Insti- to the incident by smoke alarms, 25 staff members were on duty at tute of Technology. were able to pinpoint the fire’s ori- the time the incident occurred. WESTFIELD - Colleen M. Keynote speaker Congressman Donovan of Westfield was recently THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT Lyle Cogen, a children’s performer who writes gin through a “sophisticated panel” “They were phenomenal,” en- Donald M. Payne recalled the posi- system at the facility, which opened thused Ms. Ryan of everyone who named as one of 50 recipients of the tive influence of the Newark YMCA and sings tunes such as, “P-I-Z-Z-A,” “My Name is Lyle” and “Wake Em Up, in January of 1997. pitched in to keep things running 1998 Lilly for Learning Diabetes and the building of programs that Shake Em Up,” will perform at the Westfield Memorial Library on Saturday, Scholarship sponsored by Eli Lilly provided youth with life-coping skills November 21, at 1:30 p.m. While the fire itself was quickly smoothly for the duration of the and Company, a pharmaceutical firm. and educational goals. squelched by a Chelsea employee incident. Instead of being fright- Colleen is a freshman at Harvard Recalling the achievements in the using an extinguisher, Ms. Ryan ened, she said the residents “had University, Cambridge, Massachu- face of almost overwhelming odds Children’s Performer to Visit said residents of the facility – who more security at the end of the day setts. She intends to pursue studies in of black African-Americans Paul range in age from late 60s to 90s — than they ever did before” because biology and was diagnosed with dia- Robeson, Rosa Parks and others, were evacuated as a precaution be- of the efficient manner in which the betes at age 11. Congressman Donald Payne encour- Westfield Memorial Library cause of the accompanying smoke incident was handled. The Lilly for Learning Diabetes aged the continuation of their tradi- on the first floor. She revealed that Chelsea offi- Scholarship Advisory Panel, an in- tion through such global efforts as WESTFIELD - Westfield Memo- Saturday, November 21, at 1:30 p.m. They were transported to the cials had met a year ago with dependent board of diabetes physi- President Bill Clinton’s tour of the rial Library has invited children of at the library at 550 East Broad Street nearby Fanwood Presbyterian Fanwood’s emergency management cians and educators from across the African continent with prominent all ages and their parents to enjoy the in Westfield. Church, where they were served team, headed by Chief Carboy, to United States, has awarded scholar- black leaders and locally through music of entertainer Lyle Cogen on Ms. Cohen writes and sings songs lunch and beverages by members of discuss emergency procedures for ships of $2,500 each to 50 of the programs like the Black Achievers. such as “P-I-Z-Z-A,” “My Name is the parish and the Salvation Army, the Chelsea. nation’s outstanding college-bound Stan Kaslusky, Executive Director Kevin A. Toth Tapped Lyle” and “Wake Em Up, Shake Em according to Ms. Ryan. The plan they developed, she students with diabetes. of the Westfield “Y,” closed the For Director’s Position Up.” The residents, who were assessed added, was successfully carried out More than 700 students represent- evening by reminding the partici- Seating is limited and tickets will for possible smoke inhalation, re- during Monday’s fire. Another ing all 50 states applied for the schol- pants that 27 young people will start At Mount Saint Mary be available for adults and children turned to the Chelsea around 2 p.m. meeting with emergency manage- arship, which recognizes students the Black Achievers program on at the Children’s Reference Desk at that day. There were no injuries as ment personnel was expected to SCOTCH PLAINS – Kevin A. Toth the library starting Saturday, No- with type 1 diabetes who have dem- November 7. The year-long a result of the incident, Ms. Ryan take place to review the evacuation of Scotch Plains has been named as vember 7. Admission is free but a onstrated outstanding service to the mentoring program includes such ac- Director of Development for Mount confirmed. procedure and determine if further diabetes community or overcome tivities as career clusters, industry Westfield library card is required for Saint Mary Academy in Watchung, everyone in attendance. Saying the evacuation “went like enhancements can be made, accord- personal obstacles related to their tours, field trips and youth work- it was announced recently by Sister clockwork,” the Executive Direc- ing to the Executive Director. condition. shops. This event is the ninth in a series of M. Eloise Claire, Director, and the special programs celebrating the 10th tor lauded both the Chelsea staff Ms. Ryan said monthly fire drills Of the 50 winners, 12 are already Anyone interested in participating school’s Board of Trustees. and local emergency management are also held at the facility, which is enrolled in college, 38 are high school in the program may call Natalie Tyler, birthday of the “new” library build- Mr. Toth will assume leadership of ing. units for their collective efforts designed for those age 55 and over seniors, and all recipients will be Director of Teen Programs at the this program upon the retirement of during the emergency. “It was very who can no longer live indepen- attending an accredited public or “Y,” at (908) 233-2700. Sister M. Alphonsus Kennedy next dently but do not require nursing private school in the United States in YMCA Announces New calm, very organized,” she said of July. the evacuation. “No one got upset.” home care. the fall of 1998 as full-time under- Arts Association Plans Mr. Toth holds a Bachelor of Arts Youth, Family Director graduate students. Applications for Fanwood Police Chief Robert Degree from Seton Hall University SCOTCH PLAINS - The Carboy said area units which re- Husband, Wife Authors the scholarship are due by March 31 Watercolor Workshop in South Orange, a Master of Arts Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA re- each year and the recipients are no- sponded to the incident included SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD Degree from Kean University in cently named Joseph Mustachio of borough police and fire personnel, To Host Book Signing tified by the middle of June. — Artist Wei-Cheng Hsu will illus- Union, and a certificate from the West Orange as its Associate Youth Finalists were selected based on the rescue squads of Fanwood and The Town Book Store at 255 East trate ink and watercolor techniques Omaha Development Institute. and Family Director. Scotch Plains, the Plainfield Fire Broad Street in Westfield has an- academic achievement, Scholastic in a program sponsored by the Scotch He has taught in the Archdiocese A graduate of Kean University in Assessment Test (SAT) or Academic Department and Union County po- nounced that Daniel and Kimberly Plains and Fanwood Arts Associa- of Newark and the Diocese of Union, Mr. Mustachio has been work- lice, who handled traffic. Adlerman will be available to sign College Test (ACT) scores, diabetes- tion on Tuesday, November 17, at 8 Metuchen, and most recently at St. ing with children at YMCAs since related activities, extracurricular ac- copies of their latest book, “Africa p.m. at the Fanwood Train Station Mary Regional High School in South he was a teenager. Prior to joining Calling, Nightime Falling” on Sat- tivities, a written essay, and both a Amboy, where he served as Develop- on North Avenue. the “Y,” he was Unit Director at Visit to Art Museum urday, November 7, from 1 to 3 p.m. personal recommendation and a Mr. Hsu, an expert in techniques ment Coordinator. Fairview Lakes Camps and Confer- medical recommendation by a physi- Mr. Toth currently serves as a part- On Tap for December 2 at the store. from the Sung, Ming, Yuang and ence Center in Newton, where he The book is intended for children cian or diabetes educator. time Professor of English, specializ- coordinated programs, productions, Ching Dynasties, has described his SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD aged four to seven. Students with type 1 diabetes can style as “splash ink,” featuring ing in professional writing, at Kean trips and events. — The fall trip of the Scotch Plains Other titles are available by the request application materials directly simple, abstract brush strokes. The University. In his new position, Mr. Mustachio by calling (888) 88-LILLY or by and Fanwood Arts Association to authors under the pen name Kin artist currently teaches painting in He also teaches a graduate course will be responsible for overseeing the Metropolitan Museum of Art accessing Lilly’s diabetes home page in management communication and The Edge, a Middle School After Eagle, including “It’s Raining, It’s on the Internet at http:/ Boonton and Livingston. will take place on Wednesday, De- The public is invited to attend the serves as advisor to the Kean Univer- Care Program; Teen Leaders Club, a cember 2. Pouring,” and “Hey Diddle Diddle.” www.lilly.com/diabetes. sity Student Organization. leadership development program for The book signing event will fea- Eli Lilly is a global research-based program. For more information, The bus will depart from the Scotch please call Thomas Yeager at (908) 12 to 16 year olds; and the Indian Plains Municipal Building parking ture the combination author appear- pharmaceutical corporation head- Angela Miller Named Guides and Princesses Program, de- ance, book signing, face painting, quartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. 322-5438. lot at 430 Park Avenue at 8:30 a.m. Presidential Scholar signed to foster relationships between and will return at approximately 4 story reading and a sing-along. For more information, please call The WESTFIELD — Angela H. Miller fathers and children. p.m. In addition to the programs that Town Book Store at (908) 233-3535. of Westfield was one of nearly 400 The group will view early Nether- Mr. Mustachio will supervise, the WESTFIELD SCHOOL students at Siena College in landish paintings in an exhibit en- Library’s Book Group Loudonville, New York to be named “Y” offers other youth and family titled “From Van Eyck to Bruegel,” programs designed to build strong as a presidential scholar for the spring featuring more than 140 works by children, families and communities. Slates Guest Lecturer 1998 semester. masters of that period. 2X4 Also on display will be a collection WESTFIELD - The Book Discus- of photography by 19th-century sion Group of the Friends of the painter and photographer Edgar Westfield Municipal Library will Degas. All of his surviving major present Anna Kane in a lecture on CALDERONE photographs will be exhibited, ac- the Brontë Family on Thursday, No- cording to Arts Association spokes- vember 19, at 3 p.m. in the Program man Thomas E. Yeager. Room of the library. 2X2 The museum’s Christmas Tree and Mrs. Kane will provide an over- Neapolitan Baroque Creche will also view of the writings of the Brontë be on display. family, details and particulars about The cost of the trip is $20. To their family and personal lives. reserve space or obtain more infor- The program will be open to the mation, please call Mrs. Gibbons at public and is free of charge. (908) 232-2631. Mrs. Kane has been a Westfield resident since 1950 and was em- ployed as an administrator at Union County College, where she imple- mented many programs about the DEL BARTON RYAN LADY Brontë family for the English and Continuing Education Departments. Her interest in the Brontës family 3X6 2X2 was awakened by her love of the poetry of Emily Dickinson, who was a contemporary of the Brontës and who greatly admired Emily Bronte. Mrs. Kane reported that at Emily Dickinson’s funeral a poem by Emily Bronte was read.

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OSCARS 1X2 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 5, 1998 Page 9 Senator DiFrancesco to Speak At College Club Anniversary SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD November 15, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the — The College Club of Fanwood- Scotch Hills Country Club at Scotch Plains will host its 65th An- Plainfield Avenue and Jerusalem niversary Celebration on Sunday, Road in Scotch Plains. State Senate President Donald T. NCADD Sets Training DiFrancesco and his wife, Diane, a former member of the College Club, For Congregations will be special guests of the club. The Senator will be the keynote speaker To Assist Families for the event. The National Council on Alcohol- A Scotch Plains resident, Senator ism and Drug Dependence of Union DiFrancesco was elected by his col- County (NCADD) will host a two-day leagues to serve an unprecedented training, Congregation Assistance Pro- fourth term as President of the Senate gram (CAP) on two consecutive Satur- in 1992. days, November 7 and 14, from 8:30 He began his legislative career in a.m. to 3 p.m. DANCIN’ TO DICKENS Student choreographer Dania Aguero, center, dem- the New Jersey General Assembly. onstrates the dance steps to some members of the Oom Pah Chorus, pictured left The program will take place at the to right, Katherine Nicol, Katherine Riddle, Meg Molnar, Kate Warren, Elissa NCADD offices, located at 300 North Elected in 1976, he served as an Assemblyman until 1979. He was Niemiera, Lyndsey Mroz and Leigh Mary Bannworth, as they rehearse the Avenue, East, in Westfield. production Oliver! The musical, based on Charles Dickens’ “Oliver Twist,” will The training will prepare interested then elected to the New Jersey Senate in a special election in 1979, and has be performed at Roosevelt Intermediate School in Westfield tomorrow and groups of two to five church members Saturday, November 6 and 7, at 8 p.m., and on Sunday, November 8, at 2 p.m. to develop a CAP team within their been reelected to the Senate five times. own congregation, according to The Senator represents District No. NCADD spokeswoman Heidi Peck. 22, which includes Union, Middlesex Roosevelt Students to Bring The goal of the program is to assist and Somerset Counties. In Union congregations of all denominations to County, the district includes help individuals and families with drug Westfield, Scotch Plains, Fanwood Oliver! to Stage This Weekend and alcohol problems. and Mountainside. The program offers an opportunity to The College Club has invited all WESTFIELD – Sixth-, seventh- day, November 7, at 8 p.m. each address the spiritual dimension of ad- former scholarship recipients and and eighth-grade students at night, and on Sunday, November 8, diction and recovery by training se- their families, and all interested com- Roosevelt Intermediate School in at 2 p.m. The show is suitable for all GETTING WIRED Coles Elementary School parents Suzanne Tepper and lected individuals (core team) to serve munity members, to join this cel- Westfield will present Oliver!, the Larry Mattson, along with nearly 40 other volunteers, participated in the ages. as resources for the congregation and ebration. musical version of Charles Dickens’ Tickets will be available at the school’s first “Net Day” on October 24 in Scotch Plains. The Coles School Parent the community. Teacher Association is hosting Net Days to wire classrooms for Internet access. Tickets are $25 per person, and classic “Oliver Twist,” this weekend door. The cost is $5 for adults and $4 CAP is a structured prevention and may be obtained by contacting The in the school auditorium. The next Coles Net Day is scheduled for Saturday, February 20, 1999. early intervention ministry within a for children. Roosevelt Intermediate congregation, the spokeswoman ex- College Club, P.O. Box 32, Fanwood, Performances will be held tomor- School is located on Clark Street in plained. 07023. Those unable to attend the row, Friday, November 6, and Satur- Westfield. Enrichment Center Expands The cost of the training is free. For celebration but who wish to make a further information and registration, donation may send their contribu- Cancer Foundation to Hold Schedule of SAT Prep Classes please call (908) 233-8810. tion to the club address as well. WESTFIELD — The Enrichment hour at a time to obtain maximum Reception for ‘Kid Read’ Center of Westfield has announced benefit from the course. that it has expanded its schedule of Students pay per class as they at- SCOTCH PLAINS – The Emmanuel friends for each book completed. Standard Assessment Test (SAT) tend. Classes are offered in SAT verbal Cancer Foundation (ECF) of Scotch Participants then read as many books as preparation classes. and mathematics preparation for grades Plains has announced that it will hold a possible within a specified time period. Classes are offered on Sundays from 7, 8, 9 and 10. All of the teachers at the wine and cheese reception to kick off its ECF seeks to bring “kid read” to every 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and from 3:30 to center are certified and experienced, new “kid read” program on Tuesday, school district in New Jersey, incorporat- 9:30 p.m., and Mondays through according to Mrs. Asch and Mrs. Sigal. November 17, at 6 p.m. ing an early education about philanthropy Thursdays from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., in For more information or to register The reception will be held at Richard and volunteering, according to Executive preparation for the spring SATs. for classes, please call The Enrich- Roberts, Ltd., 375 Park Avenue in Scotch Director John F. Hartman. Mathematics and verbal skills are ment Center at (908) 654-0110. Plains. Special guests will be Bob ECF is a not-for-profit foundation es- McGrath of “Sesame Street,” the tablished in 1983 to help preserve the taught during hour-long classes which quality of life for any family whose child are limited to eight students each. Stu- program’s Honorary Chairman, and Williams Nursery Hosts Diane DiFrancesco, wife of State Senate has been diagnosed with cancer. Ser- dents may take both verbal or math- President Donald T. DiFrancesco. vices include professional counseling, ematics instruction or one or the other. Ornament Collection “Kid read” strives to channel children’s advocacy services, material assistance Rhoda P. Asch and Elaine C. Sigal, WESTFIELD - Williams Nursery energies in an educational way to benefit and limited emergency financial relief. partners in The Enrichment Center, families facing a battle with cancer. Par- The foundation has regional centers in suggest students attend classes for one at 524 Springfield Avenue in Westfield ticipants in this read-a-thon obtain finan- Gloucester, Monmouth, Bergen and has announced the premiere of the cial pledges from family members and Union Counties. 1998 collection of Christopher Radko La Leche League Sets Ornaments on Saturday, November 7, from 12 to 4 p.m. November Meeting Williams Nursery has one of the MELODY MAKERS The Parent Teacher Association at McGinn Elementary WESTFIELD - The La Leche largest selections of Radko ornaments School in Scotch Plains recently sponsored an assembly, The Garden State MARIAS in the area, according to a spokesman Percussion Trio. The students, pictured left to right, are: Jacqueline Depew, League of Westfield, a breastfeeding for the nursery. Bill Rhodes from the information and support group, will Rebecca Dunn, Mitchell McNamara, Brion Davis and Alex Gonzalez, who Christopher Radko company will be enjoyed the performance “Meet the Beat.” meet on Thursday, November 19, at at the nursery to offer information 2X3 10:15 a.m. at the Cranford Public about the ornaments from 12 to 3 p.m. Library, located at 224 Walnut Av- Collector’s Melody Steve Robba enue. will give a slide presentation on his The group meets on the third book on Radko ornaments from 3 BOUTIQUE UNIQUE Thursday of each month at the li- p.m. to 4 p.m. brary. Each of the Radko ornaments takes For more information, please call approximately one week to create. 2X2 (908) 301-1339 or (908) 306-8807. Since they are all hand painted, each one is unique. The ornaments are con- sidered to be collectibles. In addition to his regular line of Antiques and Craft Fair ornaments, each year Mr. Radko On Tap at All Saints’ makes special designs for charity. Two ornaments were created to support SCOTCH PLAINS —All Saints’ AIDS research and pediatric cancer. Church, located at 559 Park Avenue This year, a design has been made to in Scotch Plains, will hold its annual support the fight for women’s breast Yuletide Festival on Saturday, No- cancer. The ornament is called Felina’s Heart. JOE MANINO RUMPSON vember 21, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This year, Mr. Radko has also de- The festival will feature local ven- signed tree skirts, and snow globes. dors of antiques, holiday crafts, deco- The limited edition, “Elf Secrets” rations and unique gifts, according ornament will be available to pur- 2X4 2X3 to festival Chairman Joseph Britt. chase at this event. A free ornament A snack bar will offer lunches and will be given to everyone that pur- refreshments to shoppers. Free park- chases an “Elf Secrets.” A drawing ing will be available across the street will be held to win a special orna- from the church, next to the Scotch ment. For more information or direc- Plains Post Office. tions, please call (908) 232-4076.

HARIDNG TWP 2X3 J WINTHROP 2X6 JOHN’S 2X5 DEL ROCCA 2X4 Page 10 Thursday, November 5, 1998 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Charles Taylor; Retired RCA Engineer; Harold Benedict, 97, Active in Old Guard; Work Led to Development of Television – Obituaries – Taught in Westfield Schools for 26 Years Charles “Chuck” William Taylor, York; six grandchildren and three Lawrence Forgus, 88, Company Manager; Harold S. Benedict, 97, of man of Industrial Arts at Edison 91, of Harrogate in Lakewood, died great-grandchildren. Burlington died on Wednesday, Oc- Junior High School, now Edison In- on Wednesday, October 28, at Brick Mr. Taylor willed his body to the Rescue Squad Founder and Elks Leader tober 28, at the Masonic Home in termediate School, also in Westfield. Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Burlington. He held that position until his retire- Hospital in Brick. Lawrence A. C. Forgus, 88, of Born on January 26, 1907 in Cleve- Anatomical Association in Vice President of New Jersey Be- Born in Victory, New York, he had ment in July of 1972. Piscataway. Westfield died on Saturday, October nevolent and Protective Order of Elks, lived in Westfield before moving to Mr. Benedict was a member of the land, Ohio, he lived most of his life 24, at home. in Summit before moving to Lake- Memorial donations may be made and Past President of the New Jersey Burlington. Old Guard of Westfield since 1983. to the Summit Chapter of the Ameri- Born in Oxford on October 28, Elks Crippled Children Association. Mr. Benedict had attended Syra- He was also a member of the Masonic wood in 1990. 1909, the son of David and Mr. Taylor had worked for 35 years can Red Cross, 695 Springfield Av- He was also an instructor for the cuse University and graduated from Lodge No. 271 of North Arlington, enue, Summit, 07901. Alexridrina Campbell Forgus, he had New Jersey Red Cross and the Oswego College in New York in and was a Mason for 73 years. He was for RCA, where he was part of a lived in Asbury Park and research team which developed the November 5, 1998 Watchung Boy Scouts. 1923 with a Bachelor of Science a member of the First United Meth- Mountainside before moving to West- Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Degree in Education. He later re- odist Church in Westfield. electron tube. The device had a ma- field in 1955. jor impact on the development of Frances Seiler, 77 Margaret F. Bordiuk Forgus; two ceived a master’s degree in educa- He was predeceased by his wife, Mr. Forgus had been a Manager sons, Robert L. Forgus of tion from Rutgers University in 1949. Fanny “Ruby” Williamson, in 1980. radio and television, and helped ad- Frances Seiler, 77, of Steuben, for the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea vance other electronic communica- Mountainside and James A. Forgus A teacher in the Westfield school Surviving are two nieces. Maine, formerly of Westfield, died Company in Summit for 45 years of Westfield, and two grandchildren. district for 26 years, he began his A funeral service was held on tion modes as well. on Tuesday, October 27, at her home. before retiring in 1974. He graduated from Purdue Uni- Arrangements were handled by the career at Roosevelt Junior High Monday, November 2, at the Gray Born in Westfield, she moved to He was the founding member of Higgins and Bonner Echo Lake Fu- School, now Roosevelt Intermediate Funeral Home, 318 East Broad Street versity in Lafayette, Indiana in 1929 Maine in 1993. the Red Bank First Aid and Rescue with a bachelor’s degree in electrical neral Home in Westfield. School, in 1946. Mr. Benedict was in Westfield. Interment was private. Mrs. Seiler had been a telephone Squad in 1927, and also a founding November 5, 1998 later named as Department Chair- November 5, 1998 engineering. operator for the New Jersey Bell Tele- member of the New Jersey State Res- Mr. Taylor served as a Lieutenant phone Company and AT&T for 44 cue Squad Association. Stephen F. Perry, 85, MIT Graduate; Pasquale Natale, 83 in the 101st Cavalry Regiment years, retiring in 1984. Mr. Forgus was a lifetime member (Horse) of the Ohio National Guard. Pasquale Natale, 83, of Summit She was a life member of the Tele- of the Dale Carnegie Alumni Asso- died on Monday, October 26, at home. After moving to New Jersey, he phone Pioneers of America and of ciation Class of 1959, and a lifetime Exxon Employee Authored Patents went to work for the company of Born in Caserta, Italy, he had lived the Communications Workers of member of the Red Bank Relief Vol- Stephen F. Perry, 85, of Los Gatos, In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- in Westfield and New Providence Thomas Edison in Menlo Park. America. Mrs. Seiler also was a char- unteer Fire Department. California, formerly of Westfield, died There, he joined the 441st Field Ar- tions may be made to the Westfield before moving to Summit in 1960. ter member of the United States Ho- He was a 27-year member of the on Saturday, October 24, at the Guard- Day Care Center, 140 Mountain Av- Mr. Natale was the founder and tillery of the New Jersey National locaust Memorial Museum in Wash- Mountainside Benevolent and Pro- ian of Santa Clara. Guard as a Captain. enue, Westfield; the Organ Fund of owner of Natale’s Summit Bakery ington, D.C. tective Order of Elks, and a three- Born in Newport, New Hampshire, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, East since 1938. The business is now op- He was active in the Summit Old She was predeceased by her hus- time past Exalted Ruler; Past State he had lived in Westfield for 50 years Guard Chapter and volunteered as a Broad Street, Westfield, or to the erated by his sons, Edward Natale band, James Seiler, in 1970. before moving to Los Gatos in 1997. Alzheimer’s Association. and Salvatore Natale. driver for the American Red Cross Surviving are a daughter, Frances Mr. Perry was a graduate of the for 15 years. Marcella Sandquist, 92 November 5, 1998 Also surviving are three other sons, Everett of Phillipsburg; three sons, Massachusetts Institute of Technol- Patrick Natale, Frank Natale and He was predeceased by his wife, James Seiler of Steuben, Maine, Marcella T. Sandquist, 92, of Mon- ogy, where he earned a degree in roe died on Saturday, October 31, at Anthony Natale; two daughters, Josephine Mary Kaczynski Taylor, Michael Seiler of Panama City, chemical engineering. in 1990. the Monroe Village Nursing Home Angela Schneller and Rosemarie Florida, and Patrick Seiler of Hart- He had worked at Exxon Research American Heart Walk Zotti; two brothers, Anthony Natale Surviving are a son, Ross Taylor of ford, New York, and nine grandchil- in Monroe. and Engineering for 40 years, during Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Raises Record $82,000 and Leo Natale; 13 grandchildren West Chester, Pennsylvania and Bay dren. which time he authored a number of Head; two daughters, Martha Wright she had moved to Westfield in 1936. On October 3, companies, schools, and a great-grandchild. Services were private. patents connected with oil refining. A Funeral Mass was offered on of Westfield and Mantoloking and She relocated to Monroe several years business and civic leaders, and Union November 5, 1998 Mr. Perry’s work involved various Friday, October 30, at St. Teresa of Mary Jo Wrynn of Cutchogue, New ago. assignments in Aruba, Sarnia, County residents helped to raise Mrs. Sandquist was a member of money for the American Heart Asso- Avila Roman Catholic Church in Canada, England and Sicily. Summit. Arrangements were handled The Presbyterian Church in West- ciation to fund more research at the Gertrude Furst, 84, Active In Golden Age; He was a board member of the by the Brough Funeral Home in Sum- field, the Westfield Woman’s Club Westfield Day Care Center for over American Heart Association’s Union and the Order of the Eastern Star. County American Heart Walk pre- mit. Past President of Rescue Squad Auxiliary 20 years, and sang in the Westfield November 5, 1998 She was predeceased by her hus- sented by Aetna US Healthcare. Gertrude M. Winkleman Furst, 84, Funeral Home will be today, Thurs- Glee Club and St. Paul’s Choir. band, Albert T. Sandquist, in 1985. Surviving are his wife of 58 years, The theme of 1998 American Heart of Scotch Plains died on Monday, day, November 5, from 2 to 4 p.m. Surviving are a son, David A. Walk was “Take Wellness To Heart: Saint Barnabas Reveals November 2, at Muhlenberg Regional and from 7 to 9 p.m. Sylvia Purcell Perry; three sons, Tho- Sandquist of Fort Lauderdale, mas Gordon Perry of Toronto, raising awareness about women and Medical Center in Plainfield. In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- Florida, and a granddaughter. heart disease and stroke.” Women’s Health Series Born in Newark, she had lived in tions may be made to the Hospice at Canada, Timothy Fiske Perry of Dal- Interment will be in Pittsburgh. las, Texas, and Edwin Charles Perry With 14 locations throughout New Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Springfield before moving to Scotch Muhlenberg, Park Avenue and Livingston will sponsor two free pro- Arrangements were handled by the of Portland, Oregon; a daughter, Su- Jersey, American Heart Walk hopes Plains 36 years ago. Randolph Road, Plainfield, 07061. Gray Funeral Home, 318 East Broad to raise $1.75 million to help fund grams as part of its Women’s Health Mrs. Furst had been a Supervisor November 5, 1998 san Perry Pines of Palo Alto, Califor- Street in Westfield. nia; seven grandchildren, and two American Heart Association cardio- Series at Hanover Park Regional High with Martineal-Hubbell, Inc. in Sum- School, located at 75 Mount Pleasant In lieu of flowers, donations may great-grandchildren. vascular research and education, com- mit for 19 years prior to retiring in 1968. Rose Genello, 84 be made to the Westfield Volunteer munity programs and advocacy. Avenue in East Hanover. She was a member of the Golden Age Rose Genello, 84, of Scotch Plains Services will be held on Saturday, Rescue Squad, 335 Watterson Street, November 14, at 2 p.m. at St. Paul’s Led by CR Bard, Inc., Union Both programs will address Seniors of Scotch Plains and the Spring- died on Thursday, October 22, in women’s issues and emphasize the Westfield. Episcopal Church in Westfield. County’s top Heart Walk team, more field Presbyterian Church, and was a Rahway Hospital in Rahway. November 5, 1998 than 600 people at the Union County importance of prevention as one of Past President of the Ladies Auxiliary of Mrs. Genello had been a cashier American Heart Walk at Echo Lake the most effective means to ensure the Springfield Rescue Squad. for the Shop-Rite in Union for 10 Betty M. Wick, 77, Former Secretary Park in Mountainside helped to raise good health. She was predeceased by her hus- years before retiring 22 years ago. $82,000, a record for Union County. On Monday, November 9, “Inte- band, Otto Furst, in 1986. Prior to that, she had worked for With Westfield Board of Education American Heart Walk recognized grative and Complementary Medi- Surviving are three daughters, Food Fair in Union. and celebrated Union County women cine — What You Need To Know” Patricia A. Weber of Lake Havasu Surviving are a son, John Genello; and their fight against heart disease will provide an understanding of the City, Arizona, Lois S. Eger of South Betty M. Wick, 77, of Westfield In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- a daughter, Rose Marie Fletcher; a died on Sunday, November 1, at home. tions may be made to St. Hubert’s and stroke. Nearly 65 percent of walk- holistic approach to medicine and Plainfield, and Marilyn H. brother, Albert De Francisco; two ers throughout the state were women. common treatment modalities, in- Glucksman of Cranford; nine grand- Born in Dayton, Ohio, she had Animal Welfare Center, 575 Wood- sisters, Lena Egody and Marge lived in Westfield since 1961. land Avenue, P. O. Box 159, Madi- For more information about the cluding acupuncture and therapeutic children and 16 great-grandchildren. Merkle; four grandchildren and seven American Heart Association or Union touch. A funeral service will be held to- Mrs. Wick had been a secretary son, 07940. great-grandchildren. with the Westfield Board of Educa- November 5, 1998 County American Heart Walk, please The program will also include in- morrow, Friday, November 6, at 2 A Funeral Mass was offered on call your local American Heart Asso- formation on how to choose a p.m. at the Memorial Funeral Home, tion from 1962 to 1990. Monday, October 26, at St. Agnes She was a 1942 graduate of Miami Sylvia Bass Finn, 84 ciation office at (973) 376-3636 or Complementary Medicine practitio- 155 South Avenue in Fanwood. In- Roman Catholic Church in Clark. ner. University in Oxford, Ohio, and a Sylvia Bass Finn, 84, died on Sat- call 1 -800-AHA-USA or 1-800-242- terment will be at Hollywood Memo- Arrangements were handled by the 8721. On Monday, November 16, an in- rial Park in Union. longtime member of the Lady Mets urday, October 31, at the Ashbrook Galante Funeral Home in Union. Club. ternist will present a program called Calling hours at the Memorial October 29, 1998 Nursing Home in Scotch Plains. Wardlaw-Hartridge “Why Am I So Tired? Energy Boost- Surviving are her husband, Milton Born in New York City, she had H. Wick; a son, Jim Wick of Wash- ing Tips,” and advise participants on lived in Roselle and Clark before Announces Blood Drive what to discuss with their physician ington Township; two daughters, moving to Scotch Plains in 1994. Martha Miller of Scotch Plains and Interact, a service club at the to get to the root of the problem. Mrs. Finn had been a registered Wardlaw-Hartridge School, will hold All of the programs are free and DOOLYE Jennie Conroy of Westfield, and three nurse for Ciba-Geigy in Summit for grandsons. its fall blood drive today, Thursday, begin at 7:30 p.m. To register or for 10 years before retiring in 1985. Prior November 5, from 2 to 7:30 p.m. in more information, please call (973) Private funeral services were ar- to that, she had worked for the Union 2X5 ranged by the Memorial Funeral the school’s gymnasium. The school 322-5360. Essex Institute in Elizabeth for 10 is located at 1295 Inman Avenue in Home, 155 South Avenue in years. Fanwood. Edison. Caregivers are Offered She was a member of the Occupa- The club’s spring blood drive led Joan Noakes, 66 tional Health Nurses Association, a to recognition before a baseball game Support at Meetings nationwide organization. at Yankee Stadium. The senior class WESTFIELD — A support group Joan Noakes, 66, of Scotch Plains Surviving are two daughters, gave more on a pro rata basis than for those caring for elderly or chroni- died on Monday, October 26, at home. Marge Francisco and Phyllis any other high school in Central cally ill loved ones meets on the first Born in Elizabeth, she had lived in Cooperman, and five grandchildren. New Jersey, according to Wardlaw- non-holiday Monday of each month Scotch Plains since 1974. Graveside services were held on Hartridge spokeswoman Judith at 8 p.m. in the parish center of St. Miss Noakes was an interior de- Tuesday, November 3, in the Beth Mooney. Helen’s Church on Lamberts Mill signer for eight years with Bill Behrle Israel Cemetery in Woodbridge. Volunteers are invited to partici- Road in Westfield. These are infor- Associates in Verona. Arrangements were handled by the pate in this year’s drive. For more mation and sharing sessions. Arrangements were handled by the Higgins and Bonner Echo Lake Fu- information, please call the school at For more information, please call Rossi Funeral Home in Scotch Plains. neral Home in Westfield. (908) 754-1882. Marilyn Ryan at (908) 233-8757. November 5, 1998 November 5, 1998 FAIRVIEW MEMORIAL 3X4 1X4

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MEMORIAL 4X3 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 5, 1998 Page 11 – Directory to Houses of Worship – Orchestra Concert to Feature

ALL SAINTS’ EPISCOPAL CHURCH IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY RC CHURCH 559 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains 1571 South Martine Avenue, Westfield Violin Concerto at Church (908) 322-8047 (908) 889-2100 Reverend Robert Griffiths Reverend John F. Kennedy WESTFIELD - The Westfield Sym- Hollow, New York, covered three BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH METROPOLITAN BAPTIST CHURCH phony Orchestra will perform its sec- roles at the Metropolitan Opera dur- 539 Trinity Place, Westfield 823 Jerusalem Road ond concert of the season, “Beethoven ing the 1997-1998 season. He is a (908) 232-4250 (908) 233-2855 Reverend Kevin Clark Reverend Clement Griffin and Beyond,” at the Presbyterian graduate of the Hartt Music in Opera Church in Westfield on Saturday, College where he won the Mignon THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST MOUNTAINSIDE CHAPEL November 14, at 8 p.m. Dunn Fellowship for outstanding tal- OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 1180 Spruce Drive, Mountainside 1781 Raritan Road, Scotch Plains (908) 232-3456 The concert will open with Rich- ent in three consecutive years. In (908) 889-5556 Reverend Dr. Gregory Hagg ard Strauss’ “Overture Die addition to operatic roles throughout Bishop Kirk Bristol Fledermaus” and the United States, OUR LADY OF LOURDES RC CHURCH COMMUNITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 300 Central Avenue, Mountainside feature the Ameri- Mr. Hart appeared Deer Path & Meeting House Lane, (908) 232-1162 can premier of in musicals in sum- Mountainside Reverend Patrick J. Leonard (908) 232-9490 “Violin Concerto” mer stock. Reverend Christopher R. Belden THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH performed by The Masterwork CONGREGATION ARI YEHUDA IN WESTFIELD French composer, Chorus is a 150- 1251 Terrill Road, Scotch Plains 140 Mountain Avenue Didier Lockwood. member, all-volun- (908) 233-0301 CHRISTIAN CONCERT Christian recording artists Avalon will perform in (732) 541-4849 concert in the sanctuary of The Presbyterian Church in Westfield on Sunday, The program teer group offering (Rear entrance of Assembly of God Church) Reverend Dr. William Ross Forbes November 22, at 7:30 p.m. Pictured, left to right, are: Michael Passons, Janna will culminate professional-level CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH Potter, Jody McBrayer and Nikki Hassman of Avalon. Beethoven’s Sym- performances of 229 Cowperthwaite Place, Westfield 1920 Cliffwood Street, Scotch Plains phony No. 9 with classical choral (908) 889-1830 (908) 232-1517 Rabbi George Nudell Reverend Paul E. Kritsch solos performed by works since 1955. Presbyterian Church to Host Fellow Artists from The first perfor- ECHO LAKE CHURCH OF CHRIST ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE 419 Springfield Avenue, Westfield ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Opera Music The- mance was (908) 233-4946 2032 Westfield Avenue, Scotch Plains Concert Featuring ‘Avalon’ atre International/ Beethoven’s Sym- Dr. Ellis Long (908) 322-5192 Jerome Hines phony No. 9 with Reverend Michael A. Merlucci EVANGEL CHURCH WESTFIELD — The Christian call the church office or visit Avalon’s Foundation with the New Jersey Sym- 1251 Terrill Road, Scotch Plains ST. HELEN’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH recording artists Avalon will per- Internet web site at New Jersey’s Mas- Didier Lockwood phony at Symphony (908) 322-9300 1600 Rahway Avenue, Westfield form in concert in the sanctuary of www.avalonlive.com. terworks Chorus. Hall in Newark. Reverend Kevin M. Brennan (908) 232-1214 Reverend Monsignor James A. Burke The Presbyterian Church in West- Mr. Lockwood, the son of a violin In 1961, Masterwork began its FANWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH field, 140 Mountain Avenue, on Sun- Immaculate Heart Sets teacher, at age 16 won violin compe- annual performances of Handel’s Martine Avenue & La Grande Avenue, ST. JOHN’S BAPTIST CHURCH day, November 22, at 7:30 p.m. titions, enrolled in the Ecole Normale Messiah at Carnegie Hall in New Fanwood 2387 Morse Avenue, Scotch Plains Special Holy Land Tour (908) 889-8891 (908) 232-6972 Formed in 1995, the group has SCOTCH PLAINS - Immaculate de Musique and pursued a career in York City and is perhaps best known Reverend Stephanie Miller-McLane Reverend Kelmo C. Porter, Jr. released two albums, the most re- Heart of Mary Roman Catholic the classics. for them. However, the Jersey-based cent, “A Maze of Grace.” The four- He has worked with many contem- THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ST. LUKE’S AFRICAN METHODIST Church in Scotch Plains will sponsor chorus performs an extensive and 170 Elm Street, Westfield EPISCOPAL ZION CHURCH some has toured nationally with some a pilgrimage tour of the Holy Land in porary instrumentalists for perfor- varied repertoire including the works (908) 233-2278 500 Downer Street, Westfield of the top names in Christian music. Israel from Monday, April 12 through mances throughout the world and of Bach, Brahms, Mozart, Haydn, Dr. Robert L. Harvey (908) 233-2547 Reverend Leon E. Randall Avalon received a 1998 Gospel Mu- Friday, April 23. has produced a number of recordings Mendelssohn, Britten and others. FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST sic Association Dove Award for “New The cost will be $1,799 per person in France and the United States. Tickets for the concert or for the 257 Midway Avenue, Fanwood ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH (908) 322-8461 Artist of the Year.” based on double occupancy (a supple- Featured soloists from Opera Mu- four remaining concerts in the sea- 414 East Broad Street, Westfield mental cost of $399 for single occu- (908) 232-8506 Tickets may be purchased in ad- sic Theatre for the concert includes son may be purchased by calling the FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST Reverend Richard W. Reid vance for $10 at the following loca- pancy) and includes round tap air- Diana Vidu of Weehawkin, who has Westfield Symphony Orchestra of- 422 East Broad Street, Westfield fare from Newark to Tel Aviv to New (908) 233-5029 tions: The Shepherd’s Nook in performed many operatic soprano fice at (908) 232-9400. SCOTCH PLAINS BAPTIST CHURCH York’s John F. Kennedy Airport, first 333 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains Cranford; Jesus Book and Gift in roles. She is the recipient of the Lys Tickets may also be purchased in FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (908) 322-5487 Bound Brook, Plainfield or Iselin; class hotel accommodations, break- D’or Foundation Award in Paris for Westfield at Rorden Realtors, United Church of Christ fast and dinner daily, escorted 125 Elmer Street, Westfield Reverend Gary Rothwell The Family Book Store in Mountain exceptional musical talent destined Lancaster, Ltd., The Music Staff and (908) 233-2494 sightseeing and admission to all sites TEMPLE BETH O’R/BETH TORAH Lakes, or by calling the office of the for international careers. She was the Towne Book Store. Tickets are Reverend Harry Taylor church at (908) 233-0301. in the itinerary. Taxes and tips (ap- also sponsored for a solo recording also available at Richard Roberts in Reverend Pamela Gilchrist 111 Valley Road, Clark proximately $125) are extra. (732) 381-8403 Youth group members may pur- with the Krakow Symphony. Scotch Plains and in Cranford at The tour, which includes four days FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Rabbi Shawn B. Zell chase tickets in advance for $8 via Drew Alan Slatton of Mt. Tabor Martin Jewelers. 1171 Terrill Road, Scotch Plains in Nazareth and seven days in Jerusa- (908) 322-9222 TEMPLE EMANU-EL their group. Tickets will be available will perform the tenor role. He made 756 East Broad Street, Westfield lem, will feature visits to many fa- Senior Social Club Sets Reverend Sam Chong at the door for $12. Seating is on a mous Biblical sites, such as the Mount is debut as Don Jose in Carmen in (908) 232-6770 general admission basis. Directions 1992 and has performed more than FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Rabbi Charles A. Kroloff of the Beatitudes, the home of St. Meeting for Monday to the church are printed on the 1 East Broad Street, Westfield Peter in Capernaum, the Sea of Ga- 25 leading roles in opera houses WESTFIELD — The Senior So- (908) 233-4211 TERRILL ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH reverse side of the ticket. across the nation including Lincoln Reverend David F. Harwood 1340 Terrill Road, Scotch Plains lilee, Mt. Carmel, the River Jordan, cial Club of the Holy Trinity Roman (908) 322-7151 For additional information, please Cane, Jericho, the Dead Sea, Center and Carnegie Hall in New Catholic Church in Westfield has GRACE ORTHODOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Michael C. Seaman Bethlehem, the home of Mary and York City. announced it will hold its regular 1100 Boulevard, Westfield Holy Trinity to Present Martha in Bethany, the Mt. of Ol- Diana Dragan, a native of meeting on Monday, November 9, at (908) 233-3938 or (908) 232-4403 TERRILL ROAD BIBLE CHAPEL Reverend Stanford M. Sutton, Jr. 535 Terrill Road, Fanwood Annual Hymn Festival ives, the Garden of Gethsemane, the Whitehouse Station, is a graduate of 1:30 p.m. in the cafeteria of the el- (908) 322-4055 Via Dolorosa (the path that Jesus Westminster College who performed ementary school. HOLY TRINITY GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH WESTFIELD — The fifth annual Christ walked to his crucifixion), her solo debut as alto in the Chichester Entertainment will be provided by 250 Gallows Hill Road, Westfield WILLOW GROVE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Hymn Festival at the Holy Trinity the Union Recreation Harmonica (908) 233-8533 1961 Raritan Road, Scotch Plains and the Western Wall, among others. Psalms for Bernstein’s Memorial Reverend Dimitrios Antokas (908) 232-5678 Roman Catholic Church in West- The pilgrimage will be hosted by Concert at Carnegie Hall in 1991. Band. Refreshments will be served. A trip to the Platz Brauhaus in Reverend Kenneth G. Hetzel field will take place this Saturday, Father Ken Evans, Associate Pastor This year, she has appeared in a HOLY TRINITY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH November 7, at 8 p.m. in the church. at Immaculate Heart. Pomona, New York has been planned Westfield Avenue & First Street, Westfield WOODSIDE CHAPEL variety of roles in more than 30 ap- Audience members will have an “It is truly a fascinating experi- for Monday, December 7. This event (908) 232-8137 5 Morse Avenue, Fanwood pearances in the metropolitan area. will include a luncheon and a holi- Reverend Joseph Masielio (908) 889-2375 opportunity to sing hymns assisted ence to see the very places where She teaches voice and piano in her day program. Temple Emanu-El Sets Presbyterian Church by the Holy Trinity Choir and instru- Jesus walked, where he taught and Bridgewater studio. Contributions to the Food Pantry ments, including brass and timpani, healed the sick where he performed Craig Hart, a bass from Sleepy at the church are always welcome. New York City Trip To Hold Bazaar, Sale woodwinds, handbells, Orff instru- miracles. The Holy Land is a place WESTFIELD – As a part of its WESTFIELD – The Presbyterian ments and organ. rich in history- where the Bible comes Adult Learning Program, Temple Church in Westfield will hold its The hymns, with narration written to life,” he said. For a registration form or more Emanu-El of Westfield will sponsor annual Christmas Bazaar and Inter- for the occasion, will be organized a trip to New York City on Sunday, around the theme “God, A Commu- information, please contact Fr. Ken national Gift Sale on Saturday, No- Evans, (908) 889-2100. November 22. vember 7, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All nity of Love.” An African-American Participants will meet in the temple profits from the sale will be donated spiritual, a Shaker melody, a Christ- SP Baptist Church Sets parking lot at 8 a.m. and return at to local and international charitable mas carol, several British hymn tunes, Financial Workshop approximately 6 p.m. causes. a refrain repeated as accompanying The trip will include a visit to the The bazaar will feature homemade instrumental and vocal obligates, SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Museum of Jewish Heritage in Bat- Plains Baptist Church, located at gifts, ornaments, quilts, jams and among others, will be performed. tery Park, lunch in lower Manhattan, The settings will range from fun 333 Park Avenue in Scotch Plains, jellies, stocking stuffers and hand will hold a free money management and guided tours of the Kehila presentations with Orff instruments crafted items by artisans from all workshop on Saturday, November Kedosha Janina Synagogue and the and whistling or a spoken verse to Tenement Museum, both on the over the world, including jewelry, 21, from 9:05 a.m. to 1:35 p.m. at the musical instruments, wood carvings, the sound of brass, timpani, and or- church. Lower East Side. gan. The organist and Music Direc- The cost is $35 per person, which nativity scenes, toys and screens. The workshop, entitled “Your tor is Rives Cassel. includes the bus, entrance fees and The special sale is sponsored by Money Matters,” will focus on debt tours. Reservations must be received the Presbyterian Women. The church Holy Trinity Church is located at and budget management, getting credit card debt under control, and by Wednesday, November 11. For is located a 140 Mountain Avenue. Westfield Avenue and First Street. The public is invited to attend. Ad- how to intentionally spend one’s re- further information, please call For more information, please call SPECIAL CONCERT The Chancel Choir of The Presbyterian Church in mission is free. sources. Carolyn Shane at (908) 232-6770. Lisa Du Mont at (908) 789-2549. Snacks and handouts will be pro- Westfield will host an oratorio of Mendelssohn’s Elijah on Sunday, November 8, at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary of the church, located at 140 Mountain Avenue in vided at a cost of $4. For information Westfield. Pictured, left to right, are: soloists Ralph Braun, Jan Hedden, Mary and registration, please call the Beth Minson and Drew Martin in rehearsal for the concert. There will be no PATIENT CARE church at (908) 322-5487. admission charge, but offerings will be accepted. Sandra Frank Joins 3X7 Workshop for the Arts CALVERY CHORAL WESTFIELD - The New Jersey Workshop for the Arts has announced that Sandra Frank has joined its vi- 2X6½ sual arts department. Ms. Frank is a Westfield resident with a background in community- based art programs. Along with her background in arts education, primarily drawing and watercolor skills, Ms. Frank has a background in community-based art education experiences. For the past 10 years, she has brought the arts to the visually and physically impaired at the New Lane and South Beach Senior Centers in Staten Island. Her community work also includes instruction at children’s workshops and Jewish Community Centers. In 1995, she also helped to organize a national exhibit by blind artists at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. This fall, Ms. Frank will teach two new Workshop classes: “Drawing for Adults” and “Watercolor Painting for Seniors.” Both classes are de- signed to provide instruction to adults in various techniques, regardless of skill level.

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YELLOW JONES BREAKS SP-F RUSHING RECORD WITH 316 YDS Raiders Win Jousting Battle;

Bounce Blue Knights, 37-13 MAGENTA

By DAVID B. CORBIN rushing for a Raider record of 316 forward for three yards, then Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times yards while scoring four touchdowns. Irvington got penalized five yards for Homecoming became a sweet event The Raider defense wasted no time encroachment. McDaniel burst for Scotch Plains-Fanwood when all as they stopped the Blue Knights through for a first down at the the senior cheerleaders, band mem- immediately on three downs, forcing Knights’ 43. Jones then carried twice bers, football players and their par- them to punt. The Raiders took over for four yards each, then Franzone ents were honored, then the Raiders at their own 30 and proceeded to kept to the 31 for the first down. followed up with the pleasant aroma march. Quarterback Joe Franzone Two more carries by Jones and BLACK of a convincing, 37-13, victory over passed to receiver Matt McCarthy another encroachment penalty, gave Irvington on October 31. Junior who was interfered with. The penalty the Raiders a first down at the 17. Nathan Jones added the topping by put the ball on the 45. Jones smashed Another encroachment penalty, and a four yard gain by Jones put the ball on the eight. From there, Franzone exploded through the Blue Knights’ line and over the goal line for the touchdown with 5:17 left in the first quarter. Franzone’s extra point made the score, 7-0.

The Blue Knights offered a threat David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times when the kickoff was received at the DOWLING PLOWING THROUGH THE FARMERS Blue Devil fullback Todd Dowling, No. 44, plows his way through one and returned to the 35 where the Farmers’ line in the fourth quarter at Gary Kehler Stadium in Westfield on October 31. Westfield viciously foreclosed Raider senior Doug Keeton made on eighth-ranked Union, 29-10. the tackle. On first down, Knight Wilfrantz Vilvert made an eight- DEFENSE SHUTS DOWN FARMERS IN SECOND HALF yard reception. Next, the Knights moved to the Raider 47. Knight Jim Smith snagged a pass at the 38, but the strong Raider line of Scott Pater- Blue Devils Breakup Union; son, Dan Loomis, Jim Feeley and Kristan Serioux slammed the door on the next three downs and took over at the 38. Bury the Farmers, 29-10 More Raider lightening was about David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times to strike. Jones scampered five yards FIRST TOUCHDOWN OF THE GAME Raider quarterback Joe Franzone to the 43, then added six more for the By DAVID B. CORBIN Head Coach Ed Tranchina. “I guess son Merritt intercepted a pass near bashes eight yards for the first touchdown against the Blue Knights in Scotch first down at the 49. La’Marr Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times they were wrong.” midfield, then quarterback Brandon Plains on October 31. The Raiders won, 37-13. CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 The unexpected happened, at least Although the Blue Devils Doerr completed a screen pass to to the pre-game prognosticators, when outgained the Farmers in the first Lamont Turner who moved the ball RAIDERS TAKE 2ND, ELMUCCIO WINS ALL AROUND the Westfield High School football half, 142-100, Nygiem Calhoun to the six. From there, Doerr hit team, surged from a 10-0 deficit in the rumbled 45 yards for a touchdown, Maurice Boatwright in the endzone second quarter and gushed with 29 then added the extra point to put the with 1:37 left for the touchdown. Blue Devil Gymnasts Rule; points to bounce the eighth-ranked Farmers ahead, 7-0, in the first quar- Doerr’s extra point made the score at Union High School team, 29-10, at ter. Early in the second, Calhoun the half, 10-7. Gary Kehler Stadium in Westfield on kicked a 22-yard field goal to in- “It was a screen pass to Turner and October 31. After the first quarter, the crease to lead to 10-0; however, the he ran the ball down to the five or Blue Devil defense stopped the Farm- Farmers drought was about to begin six,” said Tranchina. “Then Doerr Win Union County Crown ers cold and the Devils’ offense came in catastrophic proportions. got Boatwright on a slant pattern.” alive in a big way. The Farmers’ hope of a shutout The Farmers received the kickoff By DAVID B. CORBIN of Elmuccio’s floor routine. position and flicking herself back- “The papers picked us to lose by was soiled toward the end of the half to begin the third quarter at the nine Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Westfield uses a wrestling mat for wards to a handstand. Caravello also two touchdowns,” stated Blue Devil when Blue Devil defensive back Ja- CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 A fifth-straight Union County the floor exercise events during its placed third in the vault with a 8.95 Gymnastics title was claimed by the home meets; however, an authentic and fourth on the beam at 7.8. MCMAHON WORKS MAGIC, TAKES FIRST AT 19:42 Westfield High School girls when gymnastics mat was borrowed for the “Jessica’s routine was very nice. they amassed 107.05 team points, county tournament. Kovac expressed, She did add a few things,” stated beating out the Scotch Plains- “I appreciated the generosity of David Kovac. “All she needed was to rear- Fanwood girls who placed second at Brearley High School (Kenilworth) range her routine to get a higher Devil Girls Win 4th-Straight 97.4. Blue Devil senior Julie lending us the floor exercise mat. score and she did.” Elmuccio took top honors in the all The real gymnastics mat makes a big Senior Devil Laurie Hogan was on around with a total of 36.4. difference for safety.” fire and placed second in the all The Blue Devils captured the top Elmuccio needed to have a superb around with a total of 34.9. She espe- Watchung Conference Title three positions in the vault and in the floor routine because teammate Jes- cially blazed in the vault as she nailed floor competition and secured the top sica Caravello pushed the envelop her Tsukahara, finishing with a pike By DAVID B. CORBIN had been previously set by the 1995 Dennis and Legones both shaved two spots in the balance beam, in the with some magic of her own, scoring position afterflight, and earned a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Westfield girls, then on October 24 nine seconds off their previous best uneven bars and in the all around. a 9.25 and taking second. Caravello much deserved 9.35. Hogan also took The standard has been reset for the they upped those standards when the times which they both established on The Raider girls took third in the blended one difficult stunt after an- second on the beam with an 8.75, Westfield High School girls cross coun- varsity girls averaged 21:00 and cap- October 20 and which also improved unevens and in the all around. other, performing front aerials, full- fourth on the unevens with an 8.35 try team. On October 15, at tured their fourth-straight Watchung their respective 16th and 17th-placed Elmuccio shined brightly by tak- twisting back flips with great hang and scored an 8.45 on the floor. Branchbrook Park in Newark, the Blue Conference Title at Warinanco Park positions on the Westfield High ing first on the beam with a 9.05 and time and front tucks to a Valdez CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Devils ‘Pac’ set the standard which in Roselle. Devil Maura McMahon School all-time best list. Carpenter glittered magnificently on the floor turned in a stunning 19:42 time to hacked an amazing :42 off her time exercises with an amazing 9.35. She IRONMAN RICCA GRABS 3RD; RAIDER GIRLS TAKE 3RD take first-place honors. that she turned in on October 20. demonstrated her mastery of dance The Blue Devils gathered 18 points “It was a great race for her. It was and mixed it with her superb leaps on the 3.1 mile course to breeze past definitely a gutsy effort,” remarked and turns on the floor. In her first the Cranford girls who placed sec- Hornish. pass, she performed a front tuck to a Raiders Edged by Cougar X-C ond with 48 and the Scotch Plains- CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 roundoff, back handspring and fin- Fanwood girls who took third with a ished with a lofty full-twisting back total of 65. flip. Elmuccio also placed second on A highly enthusiastic Blue Devil the unevens and on the vault with Boys for Watchung C. Title Head Coach Tom Hornish pro- identical 9.0 scores. claimed, “This was a great day for “Julie’s routine had the highest tunately, we will be running without Westfield High School cross coun- degree of difficulty in the meet,” said By DAVID B. CORBIN legitimate injury which will severely Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times our third guy, junior Pete Mosko, who try! The varsity averaged 21:00 to- Blue Devil Head Coach Ellen Kovac hamper our chances.” A battle for conference dominance could not run in this meet due to a Koegel pointed out, “He would day. That’s good. No, that’s great!” leaned in the direction of the Cran- have been good for, at worst, a 17:30, McMahon, who turned in the sec- ford High School boys cross country which most likely would have low- ond-best girls time in Westfield High team when Cougar sensation Tim ered our team score by at least 10 School history, improved that time Styler whizzed past the finish line points. We hope to have him back by ten seconds and came to within first in 15:53 to allow the Cougars to running next week for the sectional five seconds of the ‘best’ time estab- swipe first in the Watchung Confer- meet. He’s eager to run, and I know lished in 1982 by Cindy Best. In ence National Division with a total of he’ll be up for it.” addition, her time was the fastest 26. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood boys, Blue Devil Matt Borchia gobbled time recorded by a Union County strong contenders for the crown, up sixth place with a time of 17:36 runner in, at least, the past three placed second with 43 and Westfield and teammate Pete Anzelone fin- seasons and may be among the top- came in third with a total of 55. The ished seventh at 17:44. Blue Devil ten all-time according to Hornish. Raider girls placed third in their Chris Driscoll at 17:46 came in ninth Sophomore Alexis Anzelone crossed respective division with 65 points. and Raider Jim L’Heureux crossed the finish line second with a time of Raider senior Ironman Josh Ricca, tenth with a time of 17:47. 20:33. Afterwards, Heather Dennis at as always, used his willpower and Raider freshman Bob Wallden fin- 21:35, Kyle Legones at 21:36 and Sara grit to cross the line third with a time ished 12th with a personal-best time Carpenter at 21:37 came sailing across of 17:16. Nick Klastava placed fifth the finish line respectively in fourth, of 18:02. Wallden’s time just hap- David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times with a time of 17:26. The Raider CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 fifth and sixth-place. Blue Devil Maura McMahon third man, Pete Mosko, was unable to compete due to an injury. Aware of the increased difficulty the Raiders were to have, Raider Head Coach Jeff Koegel mentioned just prior to the meet, “We are in a neck and David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times Blue Devil Allison Checchio neck situation with Cranford. Unfor- Raider Josh Ricca Sell Your Home At 4¾% & Pay The Selling Broker 3-3¼% Commission! At Barrett & Crain we know the importance of rewarding the selling broker with the lion’s share of the commission. If your broker says “impossible” call Dwight Weeks, President of Barrett & Crain. 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By DAVID B. CORBIN good and there was some speculation routine, placing second with an 8.85. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times that her score should have been higher. Again, she added a high degree of All the big guns were firing in the “It was explained well by the judges,” difficulty and danger by brilliantly per- big showdown between the Westfield said Blue Devil Head Coach Ellen forming a back handspring to a full High School girls gymnastics team Kovac. “It was just how she would put back flip on the four inch board. Hogan MAGENTA

and the Scotch Plains-Fanwood girls together her combinations. She does also scored an 8.55 on the unevens. in Westfield on October 27. The un- beautiful split leaps, but if she would Raider freshman Lindsay Church defeated Blue Devils made the big- do two of them in a row, she would placed third on the uneven bars with gest bang, winning 105.6-99.6. Blue receive at least .1 superior point.” an 8.6, using kip-ups and uprises and Devils Lauren and Jessica Caravello, Kovac added, “If she would add a getting great momentum on her giant Julie Elmuccio and Laurie Hogan all full-twisting somersault, like she did swings. Her 8.4 on the vault, 8.55 on managed to win an event with against Somerville, she would have the beam and 8.35 on the floor earned David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times IN HOT PURSUIT Raider Peter Kobliska, No. 8, chases a Kardinal downfield CONTROL Raider Tafarie Laing Elmuccio also winning the all around. received an automatic .2 and a .1 her third in the all around with a 33.9. at Shimme Wexler Field in Scotch Plains on October 26. Kearny won 1-0. controls the ball against the Kardinals. Elmuccio aced the floor exercises bonus, and possibly another .1 for Dynamo Raider freshman Jackie YELLOW

with an 8.8, using her mastery of Lavery showed ‘moxie’ and grit on dance, power and balance. Her rou- the balance beam, scoring 8.3, and on tine was highlighted by superb leaps the floor, placing third with an 8.55. Kardinals’ Sole Goal, Drops and turns, handstand pirouettes and Lavery exploded into a back flip on great lift on her back handsprings the beam and exercised her excep- and back layout flips. tional strength by pressing a ‘V’ hand- CYAN Elmuccio placed second in the vault stand, then slowly lowering herself to Number 2 Raider Boys, 1-0 with an 8.75 and on the uneven bars a split, bent-leg near-planche. On the with a 9.05. Also, she took third on floor, Lavery showed no fear as she the balance beam with an 8.65 to attacked her routine like a starved By DAVID B. CORBIN assaults. On two occasions, Moser suc- punched a left-footed shot past the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times earn the top all around score of 35.25. teenager on French fries. cessfully headed Kardinal shots away diving Lowyns for the only score. Lauren Caravello owned the unevens Raider Kelly Church took third in A showdown between the No. 2- from the goal and Lowyns made a The Raiders continued their attack with an astounding 9.4. She hit every the vault, scoring an 8.65 with her ranked Scotch Plains-Fanwood High diving block which was then kicked and hoped to perform the magic they trick, performing front and back giant half-on-full twisting handspring. School boys soccer team and No. 3- out of harms way by Dave Sigmon. needed as the seconds ticked off the swings and adding a cross-wrist giant, Church also scored an 8.3 on the ranked Kearny provided the fans with The Kardinals’ Chris Rosenthal clock. Unfortunately, the Kardinals’ before exiting with a nearly time-stop- floor, a 7.65 on the beam and a 7.7 80 minutes of furious and superb had a breakaway with three minutes defense provided the magic neces- ping layout flyaway dismount. on the bars. play which ended in a 1-0 victory for remaining, but Moser came to the sary to repel the Raiders’ final push. Her routine on the floor was good With her flowing routine of a back- the Kardinals in Scotch Plains on rescue in the nick of time with a “They (Kearny) were tremen- enough to earn her an 8.7 and a ward roll, forward roll, leaps and October 26. In addition, the matchup sliding block to deflect the shot at the dously up for the game. It was a fine second place, getting great hang time scales, Blue Devil senior Allison offered the spectacular performances goal. Just before the half, the match in that respect,” said on her back flips and performing a Checchio earned an 8.0 on the bal- of two of the finest high school soccer Kardinals had two-straight corner Breznitsky. “We did not play with front flip to a Valdez position. Also players in the nation, Raider Todd kicks, which were kicked directly intensity in the first half and some Caravello scored an 8.5 on the vault Moser and Kardinal Sergio Ulloa. toward the goal, headed out of bounds did not pick it up in the second.” with her half-on-full twisting off Moser did a superb job in the by the Raider defenders. On the third Breznitsky added, “Our second line handspring and scored an 8.45 on backfield and thwarted numerous corner kick, the Kardinals attempted players did not perform well. They the beam. Her fine total of 35.05 took Kardinal attacks. In instance after to tap a pass to a teammate; however, did not loose the game for us but they second in the all around. instance, Moser either headed the Dave Sigmon stole the pass, then did not help us win it.” Jessica Caravello, using her pat- ball away from the middle or changed tapped the ball to Laing who then Pettigrew had three saves and ented Scorpion, wolf leaps, turns and the ball’s direction toward the brought the ball upfield. Lowyns had four. The Raiders expe- layout front flip dismount, captured David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times Kardinal side of the field. Because Both teams began the second half rienced their first loss against 16 first on the balance beam with an Blue Devil Julie Elmuccio of his speed and ability, Moser would, with vigor, but the Raiders seized the victories. Kearny upped its record to 8.95. Not competing for the all difficulty and style.” on certain occasions, such as corner initial edge. Laing moved the ball 14-1-1. around, she scored an 8.6 in the vault Also competing in just three events, kicks and free kicks, come downfield down the right side and took a shot Kearny 0 1 1 and an 8.5 on the floor. Hogan, successfully performing her on the attack. which was blocked. Eugene Ferrara Sc Plains-Fanwood 0 0 0 Caravello’s floor routine was very extremely difficult Tsukahara, notched “We have played Moser back most hustled to the ball but was tripped. a first in the vault with an 8.8. of the season,” Raider Head Coach Moser took a free kick which was Usually, such a difficult maneuver Tom Breznitsky emphatically pointed headed by Ferrara, but the alert Blue Devil Gymnasts Rule; could merit a more favorable score out. “If in a bind, we will bring him Pettigrew muscled his way into the and, when asked her interpretation, up. Moser did his job.” crowd to grab the ball. Kovac explained, “Yes, it is a very The Raiders’ best opportunity to The Kardinals came back. A free difficult stunt. Because of its diffi- score did come when Jeff Fiorino kick with 33:30 left was deflected by Win Union County Crown culty, the Tsukahara lends itself to hooked a corner kick from the left sophomore Andrew Babicz. The ball CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 have more deductions. Perhaps, open- side with 22:50 left in the half and rolled to the right where a Kardinal ing up more on her one-and-one-half Moser headed the ball toward the swooped to it. Lowyns rushed for- “There are three parts to the vault, on the beam at 8.25, eighth in the the preflight, the propulsion and the vault at 8.65 and ninth on the floor back flip would have gotten her a Kardinal goal only to have goalie Taj ward to confuse the Kardinal’s shot better score.” Pettigrew deflect the shot over the afterflight,” said Kovac. “The vault and on the unevens with respective on goal. It worked! The ball sailed Hogan also hit her balance beam David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times crossbar. Seconds later, Zotti threw wide to the right. value is .2 of a point more with a pike, score of 8.25 and 7.1. Raider Lindsay Church in from the right side toward Tafarie back flip afterflight.” Raider Kelly Church placed seventh The Raiders returned the favor with ance beam which qualified her to Laing who headed the ball toward 25:52 left when Moser again brought Raider freshman Lindsay Church in the all around with a total of 31.05. the goal, but Pettigrew also knocked with solid consistency placed third in Church grabbed fifths in the vault and compete in the sectionals on that the ball downfield and passed to Laing piece of apparatus. the ball over the crossbar. who headed the ball just to the right the all around with a total of 33.25. unevens with respective marks of 8.85 The Kardinals put on an effective Church grabbed third on the unevens and 7.85. She also had an 8.0 on the Blue Devil Katy Brunetto scored a of the near post. 7.85 in the vault, Amy Seligman offensive push toward the end of the With 23:25 remaining, Kardinal with an 8.45, sixth on the beam and floor and a 6.35 on the beam. first quarter but Moser and goalie Brad on the floor with respective scores of Blue Devil senior Amy Seligman scored a 7.05 on the unevens, Tara midfielder Erik Rusek took a pass on Clarke scored a 6.8 on the floor and Lowyns rose to the occasion to repel the the left side from Rosenthal and 7.65 and 8.6 and ninth in the vault placed eighth on the unevens with a with an 8.55. 7.3 and Allison Checchio placed Bethanie Goldman scored a 7.2 on Raider Jackie Lavery picked up fourth eighth on the beam with a 7.2. Raider the unevens and a 6.7 on the floor. PUBLIC NOTICE TO VOTERS in the all around at 32.45. Lavery Rachel Eannucci placed 11th in both Raider Megan Grabel did quite grabbed fourth in the vault at 8.9, fifth the vault and unevens with respec- well, scoring an 8.05 in the vault, a UNION COUNTY on the floor at 8.65 and seventh on the tive scores of 8.4 and 7.0. Raiders 7.6 on the floor and a 6.9 on the beam and on the unevens with respec- Diana Filo at 7.65 and Megan Grabel unevens. Lucia Heinz scored an 8.25 in the vault, a 7.15 on the floor and a A SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION WILL BE HELD ON tive scores of 7.6 and 7.3. at 7.0, both placed 12th on the floor Blue Devil Lauren Caravello com- 6.8 on the beam. Rachel Eannucci DECEMBER 15th 1998. BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 2:00 P.M. AND and on the unevens, respectively. peted in three events and placed first The North 2 Sectional Gymnastics scored a 7.15 on the unevens and a 9:00 P.M. FOR THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD. on the unevens with a spectacular Tournament will take place at 12:00 6.5 on the beam. THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD WILL BE VOTING FOR: 9.35 performance. Caravello dazzled p.m. at Union High School on Satur- “The judging was cautious and BOND PROPOSAL. the spectators and especially the day, November 7. Admission for fair. It wasn’t overly generous, but judges while mastering front and back adults is $3 and students and senior nobody was judged unfairly,” pointed out Kovac. REGISTRATION OF VOTERS giant swings, cross wrist giants and citizens will be admitted for $2. sticking her layout flyaway dismount. Looking ahead, Kovac suggested, FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF THE VOTERS, THE OFFICE OF THE TEAM SCORES: “We must continue to look good Caravello also took third on the floor (Top Five) COMMISSIONER OF REGISTRATION WILL BE OPEN ON with an 8.85 and sixth in the vault and have a good season. I hope we NOVEMBER 16th, 1998 UNTIL 9:00 P.M. with an 8.8. 1. Westfield 107.05, 2. Scotch David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times keep it going. We are in a good Union Catholic Viking Melanie Plains-Fanwood 97.4, 3. Roselle Raider Rachel Eannucci position to do well.” THE TOWN CLERKS OFFICE WILL BE OPEN ON NOVEMBER 16th, Mitchell seized fifth in the all around Catholic 85.8, 4. Cranford 74.45, 5. 1998 UNTIL 9:00 P.M. with a total of 32.25. She took third Union 73.6. Devil Girls Win 4th-Straight REGISTRATION BY MAIL ANYONE WISHING TO REGISTER BY MAIL CAN DO SO BY REQUESTING MAIL REGISTRATION FORMS FROM THE Watchung Conference Title COMMISSIONER OF REGISTRATION 271 NORTH BROAD STREET CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07208 OR BY CALLING (908) 527-4123. Scotch Plains-Fanwood Raiders Evans and Madorma all turned in Erin Kelly at 22:07 and Holly Oatis personal-best times. VOTING REQUIREMENTS at 22:17 placed seventh and ninth, Freshman Melanie Totams placed respectively. Varsity Blue Devil run- first in the 2.25 mile freshman race TO VOTE IN UNION COUNTY, A PERSON MUST BE A CITIZEN with a personal-best time of 15:29 OF THE UNITED STATES: AND SHALL HAVE ATTAINED THE AGE ners Claire Tafelski at 22:27 and Lindsay Totams at 22:44 placed 11th and Robyn Jefferies placed second OF 18 YEARS BY THE SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION and 13th, respectively. with a personal-best time of 15:59. DECEMBER 15th, 1998. The Blue Devils also have shown Looking forward to the Sectional additional depth for the coming Tournament which was to take place TRANSFER OF REGISTRATION years as they swept the first seven on October 31, Hornish said on Octo- places to take first in the junior ber 24, “Our biggest challenge will A VOTER WHO MOVED SHOULD TRANSFER HIS/HER come from Mt. Olive and Morris REGISTRATION TO THE NEW ADDRESS. THIS IS ACCOMPLISHED varsity (JV) race and took four of the top seven positions to grab first Hills and we have to be ready for BY INFORMING THE COMMISSIONER OF REGISTRATION IN in the freshman race. them.” WRITING. SUCH NOTICE MUST BE SIGNED BY EACH VOTER. Competing at the JV level, Tara NATIONAL GIRLS: CHANGE OF RESIDENCE FORMS CAN BE OBTAINED AT THE Bhandari seized first with a time of 1. Maura McMahon (W) 19:42, OFFICES OF THE BOARD OF ELECTIONS AND OFFICES OF David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times 21:35, Tanya Tran took second at UNION COUNTY CHAMPIONS The Westfield High School gymnastics 2. Alexis Anzelone (W) 20:33, 3. MUNICIPAL CLERKS. IF YOU HAVE NOT NOTIFIED THE team won its fifth-straight Union County Title in Westfield on October 30. 22:09 and Aubrey McGovern placed Kathryn Verhoven (C) 21:23, 4. ELECTION BOARD OF AN ADDRESS CHANGE AND YOU MOVED third at 22:20. Theresa Murphy at Heather Dennis (W) 21:35, 5. Kyle WITHIN THE COUNTY, YOU WILL BE PERMITTED TO VOTE ON DEVIL BOYS TAKE 4TH, RAIDERS 5TH 23:03, Jackie Cusimano at 23:32, Legones (W) 21:36, 6. Sara Car- ELECTION DAY BY DOING THE FOLLOWING Kristen Evans at 23:50 and Linda penter (W) 21:37, 7. Erin Kelly Madorma at 23:53 placed fourth, (SPF) 22:07, 8. Lauren Stanley (C) 1) GO TO THE POLLING PLACE FOR THE ELECTION fifth, sixth and seventh, respectively. 22:11, 9. Holly Oatis (SPF) 22:17, DISTRICT OF YOUR CURRENT ADDRESS Blue Devil Girls Grab Bhandari, McGovern, Murphy, 10. Kate Swan (C) 22:20 2) TELL THE POLL WORKER - YOU ARE REGISTERED TO VOTE, BUT HAVE MOVED WITHIN THE COUNTY. 3) YOU WILL BE PERMITTED TO VOTE BY PROVISIONAL Sectional XC Crown BALLOT. By DAVID B. CORBIN corps of runners stepped up and met IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS AS TO YOUR VOTER Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times the challenge,” pointed out Hornish. REGISTRATION STATUS OR POLLING PLACE LOCATION- CALL “This was one of the most inspir- “This story was about ten runners (908) 527-4123 ing races in my 26-year career,” stated and their deep sense of team spirit Westfield High School girls cross and unity, and the seven girls who PROVISIONAL BALLOTS WILL ONLY BE AVAILABLE FOR country Head Coach Tom Hornish ran were the heroes,” stressed REGISTERED VOTERS. after they won the Section 2, Group 3 Hornish. THEY WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE TO UNREGISTERED PERSONS. State crown without the services of Anzelone finished eighth with a their No. 1 runner Maura McMahon time of 21:04 and the next four ‘pac’ THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR THE SPECIAL SCHOOL at Warinanco Park in Elizabeth on members finished within :35.5 of BOARD ELECTION IS NOVEMBER 16th, 1998. October 31. Sophomore Alexis Anzelone. Heather Dennis came in UNION COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS Anzelone led the inspired ‘pac’ to a 11th with a personal best time of JUNE S. FISCHER, CHAIRPERSON team total of 57, beating out Mt. 21:21, Sara Carpenter took 12th at JOHN DeSIMONE, SECRETARY & COMMISSIONER Olive which had 76 on the 3.2 mile 21:34, Kyle Legones crossed 15th course. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood TERESA M. HALE, BOARD MEMBER with a personal best time of 21:39.2 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times MARY ELLEN HARRIS, BOARD MEMBER girls finished seventh with 187. and Tara Bhandari finished 16th with WATCHUNG CONFERENCE CHAMPIONS The Blue Devil ‘Pac’ prepares “We lost our No. 1 runner and our CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 to win another conference title at Warinanco Park in Elizabeth on October 24. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 5, 1998 Page 15 CYAN Area High School Football Results No. 2 Kearny Kardinals Push

OCTOBER 31 YELLOW Plainfield 43, Rahway 17 The fifth-ranked Cardinals flew in Past Blue Devil Boys, 2-0 the second half after leading only 10- 9 in the first. Darryl Kennedy and Anthony Davis provided the artillery. By DAVID B. CORBIN The Kardinals, however, were more the second half virtually ignored by Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times on the mark. With 6:15 remaining in the referees but not by the spectators. Rahway (4-3) 6 3 0 8 17 Brilliantly blazing colors of blue the half, Rosenthal charged through Finally, a protesting spectator was Plainfield (7-0) 7 3 7 26 43 and red streaked up and down the the middle and drilled another goal escorted from the field, then later, the

Cranford 8, Kearny 6 field behind Tamaques School in to the upper center portion of the net, referees began to acknowledge the MAGENTA Cougar quarterback Mike Carbone Westfield on October 28 and this making the score 2-0. sour behavior of some of the Kardinal found Jeff Rood in the endzone with time the boys in red, the second- During the first half, several of the players. Toward the end of the game a 15-yard touchdown pass in the ranked Kearny High School soccer Kardinal players were frustrating the several yellow cards were waived. third quarter. team, were victorious, 2-0, over the Cranford (1-6) 0 0 8 0 8 Blue Devils. Unfortunately, several Kearny (0-7) 6 0 0 0 6 of the Kardinals revealed a darker Elizabeth 14, Linden 8 hue with their conduct although it Raheem Orr and Jakeem Stockling David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times would not have made any difference scored touchdowns in the third quar- ONE OF MANY HEROES Kevin McCormack, No. 17, became one of many in the outcome of the game. ter to lift the Minutemen to 5-2. heroes that the Blue Devils had when he bolted 39 yards for a touchdown. The Blue Devils came to play and BLACK did put together some effective at- Elizabeth 0 0 14 0 14 tacks early in the game. Less than Linden 0 0 0 8 8 Blue Devils Breakup Union; three minutes into the game, junior New Providence 21, Hillside 7 Ralph Rapuano blazed a hard shot The Pioneers upped their record to off the upper right side of the cross- 7-0. Craig Tomlin scored two touch- Bury the Farmers, 29-10 bar. After Kardinal superstar Sergio downs. Ulloa broke away down the right side CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 New Providence 0 7 7 7 21 and zapped a shot on goal which was Hillside 0 0 7 0 7 and immediately Blue Devil Todd forced a punt. brilliantly saved by Devil goalie Mike Dowling made the tackle at the 12. “There was no one hero,” said Idland, Blue Devil sophomore Brad After Turner and Merritt combined Tranchina. “Everyone stepped up.” Gillin headed a corner kick into the to stop Halim McNeil and then Turner had a fabulous punt return crossbar with 33:18 left in the first LaForrest Knox for small gains, Blue nullified on a clipping penalty and half which fell directly down in front David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Devil Rob Albino recovered a fumble the ball was placed on the Devil 29. of the goal. Kardinal goalie Taj HEAT OF BATTLE Blue Devil Brian Gillin, No. 22, turns toward the ball at the Farmer 22. An interference call against the Farm- Pettigrew quickly scooped up the ball after colliding with a Kardinal in Westfield on October 28. Kearny won, 2-0. On the very first play, Doerr rolled ers resulted in a first down at the to stop the onslaught. right and found Dowling near the 10. Union 49. McCormack slanted right For nine more minutes, the Blue Blue Devils with a multitude of un- “I’ve never seen so many yellow From there, Dowling dashed into for five yards, then took a pitchout Devils matched the Kardinals in of- necessary and flagrant pushes, trips, cards in one game,” mentioned Blue endzone to put the Blue Devils in the fensive assaults, then Kardinal Chris elbows and cheep shots. At one time, Devil Head Coach Dave Shapiro lead, 13-10, with 9:41 left in the third Rosenthal struck quickly from the a Blue Devil was knocked down with briefly. “But considering we were quarter. Doerr’s extra point was good. right side and scored the first goal a shot to the face. playing the top public school in the The Blue Devil defense was on fire with 24:00 remaining. The unsportsmanlike practice by state, I think that we played them and its blazing exuberance further The Devils came back with numer- the Kardinals continued throughout straight up.” charred the Farmers offensive at- ous attacks. With 22:00 left, another Shapiro added, I believe the differ- tack. On two successive plays, defen- Blue Devil assault was thwarted by ence was their goalkeeper (Pettigrew). sive tackle Kyle Martinowich flat- Pettigrew, then moments later an- He came up very well on three crucial tened the Farmers’ ground attack. other shot on goal was turned away. situations.” When the Farmers punted, Turner At 16:36 remaining, Blue Devil Alex Shapiro concluded, “We always waived for a fair catch on the 37. Lau zipped a shot from right to left play better against a control team. The Blue Devil offense stalled and which also just missed the far post. We have our hardest times against so did the Farmers’ thanks to the Later, Frank Ianni forced Pettigrew kick-and-run teams because we play brilliant tackling of Dowling, Turner, to make a fine diving save with 11:55 at a steady tempo.” Albino and Perez. The next Farmer left in the half. The Kardinals established them- punt rolled dead at the Blue Devil 43. selves as the No. 1-ranked public David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times Doerr saw Boatwright crossing to Raiders Boys Beat high school in the state by defeating THE BEGINNING Quarterback the right and fired complete. the Scotch Plains-Fanwood boys, 1- Brandon Doerr prepares to pass to Boatwright wove his way to the Pioneers in UCT 0, on October 26. Apparently, the Todd Dowling in the third quarter. Farmer 39 for an 18-yard gain. Two elevation of status went to their heads plays later, from the 39, Doerr pulled The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High because they did not use their heads Blue Devils Ranked off a slick inside double-reverse which School boys soccer team advanced to against the Blue Devils. put the ball into Turner’s hands, then the finals of the Union County Tour- Against the Raiders, the Kardinals Sixth in Gymnastics into Kevin McCormack’s hands. nament by edging New Providence, proved that they were champions; With their astounding defeat of McCormack slanted to his left and David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times 1-0, at Williams Field in Elizabeth however, against the Blue Devils, the once fifth-ranked Somerville flew in for the touchdown with 1:30 THE END Receiver Todd Dowling on October 31. The previously unde- they proved that they could also be High School gymnastics team, the remaining in the third quarter. catches the pass and runs for the feated Pioneers gave the first-seeded champions of misbehavior. Kearny Westfield High School girls have Doerr’s kick was good and the Blue touchdown. Raiders a run for their money. upped its record to 15-1-1. Westfield jumped from tenth in the rankings Devils’ lead increased to 21-10. six yards for the first down. Raider Jeff Fiorino tapped in the slipped to 9-7-2. to sixth in the rankings according “That double reverse is what broke The drive continued when Lee only goal from about six yards out in David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times the 24th minute. Pioneer goalie Mike FOOT CONTROL Blue Devil Brad Kearny 2 0 2 to The Star Ledger as of November their back,” claimed Tranchina. blasted forward five yards, Dowling Gillin maneuvers the ball downfield. Westfield 0 0 0 2. Somerville originally moved The smell of victory was indeed in burst six yards for the first down, Machin made 15 saves, some of which down one notch to number six after the air for the Blue Devils, but they then plunged five more to the 28. were outstanding. The Raiders losing to the Blue Devils but re- were not about to let up. With adrena- Turner blazed 20 yards to the eight, climbed to 18-1 while the Pioneers Devil Boys Blank gained the fifth ranking with a line at a peak, Doerr’s kickoff soared then carried to the four. With 5:22 slid to 15-1-2. left in the game, Dowling foreclosed stellar 109.75 performance against into the endzone and the Farmers New Providence 0 0 0 Soccer Farmers North Brunswick. offense got another chance at the 20. on the Farmers with a four-yard Sc Plains-Fanwood 1 0 1 Sophomore Brad Gillin and senior Senior Julie Elkmuccio has reg- The next defensive Blue Devil hero touchdown smash. Lee, the holder, YOGA-PRANAYAMA istered one of the highest marks on was linebacker Matt Krug. On first juggled the snap for the extra point Joe Schaffer plowed up the Farmers WESTERN STYLE the floor exercises with a score of down, Krug nailed Calhoun for a but alertly passed to Sergio Villafane DEADLINE INFO. turf by scoring one goal each in Union TEACHER TRAINING on October 26. The Westfield High PRIVATE CLASSES 9.5. Only Melissa Robert and Jamie short gain, Turner stopped McNeil for the two point conversion, putting MEDITATION Day of Somerville and Sarah Ro- on the next play, then Krug tossed the Blue Devils permanently in front, Sports deadlines are: School boys soccer team boosted its All sports that take place man of Marlboro have scored higher. Calhoun for a four-yard loss and 29-10. record to 9-6-2 while the Farmers Summer Program Starts May 18 “In the third quarter, we just got during the week MUST dropped to 5-10-1. into a fever pitch and never let up,” be submitted by FRIDAY, After a scoreless first half the Devil Local Area High School explained Tranchina. “I’m still walk- 4 P.M. Weekend sports offense came to life when senior Bob Every Day Classes ing on air!” ONLY will be accepted Stroud passed to Gillin for the first Westfield upped its record to 6-1 up till Noon on Monday. goal about nine minutes into the sec- for Beginners and Boys Soccer Results: while Union fell to 5-2. The Blue Aritcles must be typed, ond half, then junior Mike Sanocki Advanced Devils will host the Kearny Kardinals double spaced, upper assisted Schaffer three minutes later on Saturday, November 7 at 1:30. and lower case and no for the cushion. NICOLE’S YOGA CENTER OCTOBER 26 while the Crusaders retreated to longer than 1-1/2 pages. (908) 789-6426 Union Catholic 1, Roselle Catho- 12-5. Union 0000 0 NO EXCEPTIONS Westfield 0 2 2 94 North Avenue, Garwood Westfield 0000 0 Union 0 0 0 lic 0 A. L. Johnson 2 1 3 Midfielder Mark DeOliveira Union Catholic 1 3 4 slicked a pass to Andre Tobar who New Providence 2, Oratory 0 then rippled the net seven minutes Joel Chichella and Jim Burke each into the game to give the Vikings the had one goal for the Pioneers and only goal. goalie Mike Machin recorded his The Vikings improved to 6-3-3 10th shutout. Best Friends! while the Lions slipped to 4-8-1. Oratory (6-12) 0 0 0 Union Catholic 1 0 1 New Prov. (15-0-2) 1 1 2 Roselle Catholic 0 0 0 OCTOBER 30 Cranford 2, Plainfield 1 Ridge 5, Union Catholic 0 Cougars John Anthes and Andy The Vikings met their demise on Kindler both found the net in the first the Ridge as Red Devil Dan Fisher half. Cranford upped its record to 14- hit for three goals in the first half. 3-1 while Plainfield stumbled to 2- Union Catholic slipped to 6-4-3 while 10-2. Ridge climbed to 17-2-2. Find A New Cranford 2 0 2 Union Catholic 0 0 0 Plainfield 0 1 1 Ridge 4 1 5 OCTOBER 27 OCTOBER 31 Best Friend New Providence 2, North UNION COUNTY Plainfield 2 SEMIFINALS: The Pioneers showed some vul- Cranford 2, Elizabeth 1 nerability when they let a 2-1 lead The third-seeded Cougars got late slip by them with 13 minutes left in goals from John Anthes and Rob Join Us For the game. Canuck Mike Reinmann Sands after Minuteman Jerome tied the game just one minute before Roudnel scored in the first half. it was called due to darkness. Pets For Adoption Cranford (15-3-2) 0 2 2 New Prov. (14-0-2) 0 2 2 Elizabeth (12-5-2) 1 0 1 No. Plainfield (10-4-1) 1 1 2 Pet Adoption 98! Governor Livingston 2, Roselle 0 Highlander Brian Harris hit the mark once in each half and teammate Brent Hayden had six saves. Roselle (7-5-3) 0 0 0 Gov. Liv. (5-12) 1 1 2 OCTOBER 29 815 Route 22, West Scotch Plains-Fanwood 1, Irvington 0 North Plainfield Senior Todd Moser zeroed in on the net with a penalty kick in the first half to lead the third-ranked Raiders. (908) 822-9200 Sophomore goalie Brad Lowyns had two saves in the shutout. The Raiders upped their record to 17-1 and Moser chalked up his 21st goal of the season. Saturday, November 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Irvington 0 0 0 Sc Plains-Fanwood 1 0 1 Sunday, November 8, Noon-4 p.m. Union Catholic 4, A. L. Johnson 3 The rapidly improving Vikings rattled the Crusaders with three goals in the second half to pull out a come- from-behind victory. Mark Best Friends! The Westfield “Y”, 220 Clark St., Westfield, NJ DeOliveira put the Vikings over the top with two second-half goals. For information about “Y” programs call 233-2700 The Vikings improved to 6-3-3 Page 16 Thursday, November 5, 1998 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Raiders Win Jousting Battle; Bounce Blue Knights, 37-13

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 BLACK McDaniel battered through to the Raider fumble 15 yards to close the Knights’ 45, Franzone and Jones score to 23-13. added small gains, then Jones “They (Irvington) started to get squeezed to the 38 for a first down. into a run-and-shoot mode, but they On the next play, Jones slicked also picked up a touchdown when through the middle, then broke to his they returned a fumble for a touch- left and flew into the endzone for the down,” said Raider Head Coach Steve next Raider touchdown with 11:26 Ciccotelli of the Blue Knights’ scor- left in the half. Franzone’s successful ing success in the third quarter.

MAGENTA kick made the score 14-0. The Raiders wanted to have no Later, Raiders Ron Jenerette and part of a close score, so Jones added McDaniel made some fine recep- two more touchdowns in the fourth tions, but a holding penalty broke quarter and Franzone added two their rhythm and forced a punt. When more extra points. First, Jones the punt came, Paterson recovered a glided five yards for a touchdown, Knight fumble at the 38. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times then later soared 70 yards for the THIRTY-EIGHT OF 316 Raider Nathan Jones streaks through the Blue PURSUING THE BALL Raider linebacker Scott Paterson, No. 54, hustles Toward the end of the half, the final touchdown. Knights’ line, then dashes left toward the endzone for a 38-yard touchdown. after a passed ball and teammate Nathan Jones follows the flow. Paterson Blue Knights intercepted a Franzone “We made some blocking adjust- Jones set a school record with 316 yards rushing.

YELLOW hammered many Blue Knights on October 31. pass and returned it to the Raiders’ ments at halftime and that helped nine. The Raiders held a few running our offense. Ron Jenerette did well. plays, then Jones put out the fire by I was very pleased with the way the Local Area High School Raiders Edged by Cougar X-C intercepting the ball as the half ended. offense played,” stated Ciccotelli of Offensively, the game opened up the Raiders’ offensive success in the in the second half. Franzone booted a second half. Girls Tennis Results: CYAN Boys for Watchung C. Title 25-yard field goal in the third quar- Ciccotelli added, “I was also very OCTOBER 26 Harrison, 8-4 ter, but the Blue Knights got on the pleased with the defensive play. It Scotch Plains-Fanwood 5, Cran- OCTOBER 29 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 board when Marcus Randolph was a great team effort.” ford 0 beth and Westfield) were all in the plunged one yard for the touchdown Westfield 5, Kearny 0 pened to be the fastest time for a Franzone completed five passes The Raiders boosted their record 1st S: – Becky Matro (W) d. Ana Vigo, Raider freshman since 1994. Junior same race, with three of those teams and Denzil Hinds’ kick was good. for 103 yards and carried for 17 to 12-3 by acing the Cougars. 6-0, 6-0 Russell Rabadeau finished 13th at being in the same division.” With the score 17-7, Jones an- yards. Jones also had two receptions 1st S: – Carolyn Pilkington (SPF) d. 2nd S: - Ilka Netravali (W) d. Allison 18:15 and sophomore Matt Koegel concluded, “The smaller swered loudly with a 23-yard touch- for 27 yards. Mike Grabel had an Stephanie Clay, 6-0, 6-0 Norton, 6-0, 6-0 Schimming placed 14th with a per- schools from the Mountain Valley down run. The kick failed and the interception. 2nd S: - Cara Bristol (SPF) d. Lisa 3rd S: – Jen Phillips (W) d. Jennifer sonal-best time of 18:31. Sopho- and Iron Hills Conferences should Raiders’ lead sat at 23-7. Still in the Lauikoff, 6-0, 6-0 Williams, 6-1, 6-1 not be a factor in the race.” Irvington 0 0 13 0 13 3rd S: – Danielle Kapner (SPF) d. 1st D: - Maggie Wei and Katie more Matt Winkler turned in a time third quarter, Randolph returned a Sc Plains-Fanwood 7 7 9 14 37 of 19:07. The boys Group 3 sectional meet Christine Polidoro, 6-1, 6-0 Richards (W) d. Agnes Noga and Sandra “Our team placement was an im- which was to be held on October 31 1st D: - Kari Whitley and Gail DeBarros, 6-1, 6-1 featured the top three teams from the Hannigan (SPF) d. d. Robin Eisert and 2nd D: - Lisa Gorbaty and Rebecca Rachel Ramsey, 6-1, 6-0 Goldberg (W) d. Magaly Rodriguez and National Division competing with 2nd D: - Katie McKenna and Sarah Mayra Shuman, 6-0, 6-0 Morris County powers Morristown Anderson (SPF) d. Andrea Szymona and and Morris Hills, who were both Ruth Huang, 6-0, 6-2 Governor Livingston 4, Ridge 1 ranked in the Top 20 in the state. Lauren and Alison Kobel from Immaculata 5, Union Catholic 0 Mountainside continued to roll by re- The Raider girls finished third 1st S: – Robin Mattessich (I) d. Dana cording easy victories. with 65 points, behind Cranford Boyer, 8-4 1st S: – Gina Turturiello (GL) d. Jen which took second with 48 and 2nd S: - Kara Smith (I) d. Elizabeth Levanchy, 6-4, 6-0 Westfield which grabbed first with a Lee, 8-1 2nd S: - Lauren Kobel (GL) d. Kristen total of 18. Sophomore Erin Kelly 3rd S: – Claire West (I) d. Gina Lunny, 6-1, 6-2 was the first of the Raider girls to Hernandez, 8-0 3rd S: – Alison Kobel (GL) d. Jamie cross the line, finishing seventh at 1st D: - Danielle Sciorra and Jennifer Yang, 6-2, 6-2 22:07 and senior Holly Oatis came Dubois (I) d. Tami Coangelo and Kim 1st D: - Chris Rozzelle and Katie in ninth at 22:17. Koza, 8-0 Heath ® d. Jen Calabrese and Rhonda 2nd D: - Jessica Newman and Laura Barkan, 6-3, 7-6 (7-3) The Raider girls were missing their O’Neill (I) d. Tiernan Applegate and 2nd D: - Ellen Findlay and Ronnie third and fourth runners, who will be Sheena Sikat, 8-0 Filippatos (GL) d. Steph Bryan and out for the remainder of the season Kristen Waller, 6-2, 6-2 with injuries. With the addition of OCTOBER 27 the injuries, the girls have been un- Scotch Plains-Fanwood 5, Linden 0 Roselle Catholic 3, Union Catholic 2 The Raiders easily improved their 1st S: – Dana Boyer (UC) d. Schrene able to run at the same level as they Isadora, 6-4, 2-6, 7-6 (10-8) had in 1997, when they placed sec- record to 14-3. 1st S: – Diegi Notoane (SPF) d. Jade 2nd S: - Melissa Scotti (RC) d. Eliza- ond in the conference, second in the David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times beth Lee, 6-3, 2-6, 7-6 (7-4) county and fourth in the section. TWO SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD GREATS Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Trinh, 6-1, 6-0 School Athletic Director Gene Schiller, left, presents a plaque to Alex DiPace 2nd S: - Danielle Kapner (SPF) d. 3rd S: – Andrea Chiarello (RC) d. Senior Allison Breidenstein placed during the homecoming ceremonies at Perry Tyson Field in Scotch Plains on Pilar Saladores, 6-1, 6-0 Gina Hernandez, 3-6, 6-3, 7-5 14th with a time of 22:49 and senior October 31. DiPace was a state champion shot putter and lettered three years 3rd S: – Jan Weiner (SPF) d. Susan 1st D: - Sabina Sabados and Tami Stephanie Quinn took 17th at 24:04. in football, baseball and track. Schendelman, 6-2, 6-1 Coangelo (UC) d. Melissa Romulus and Juniors Vicky Smith at 24:11 and 1st D: - Kari Whitley and Karena Danielle Brown, 8-4 David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times Quijano (SPF) d. Monica Surma and 2nd D: - May Lynn Rocha and Ste- FIRST BLUE DEVIL IN...Matt Cristin Curry at 25:19 placed 18th and 20th, respectively. Sophomore Sylvia Chowaniac, 7-5, 6-2 fanie Zelk (RC) d. Tiernan Applegate Borchia becomes the first Blue Devil 2nd D: - Anessa Sutuar and Sarah and Kim Koza, 8-0. to cross the line. Shannon McEneely placed 21st with Devils Split 1-1, & Drop a time of 26:26. Anderson (SPF) d. Magdalena Jarmolowski OCTOBER 30 provement of one place over last year,” and Karina Kolemba, 6-1, 6-1 Westfield 5, Governor Livingston 0 NATIONAL BOYS: pointed out Koegel. “I don’t feel that UCT Final to Cougars Union Catholic 5, Roselle 0 1st S: – Jen Matro (W) d. Gina we ran a very good team race. In 1. Tim Styler (C) 15:53, 2. Steve 1st S: – Dana Boyer (UC) d. Ruddyna Turturiello, 6-1, 6-0 order for us to have competed with Oliveira (C) 17:11, 3. Josh Ricca Produt, 8-0 2nd S: - Becky Matro (W) d. Lauren (SPF) 17:16, 4. Brian Styler (C) 2nd S: - Elizabeth Lee (UC) d. Raia Kobel, 6-3, 6-2 Cranford without Pete, everyone team in the lead. In the second half needed to pick up some of the slack 17:25, 5. Nick Klastava (SPF) 17:26, By SARA BURNETT Obrero, 8-0 3rd S: – Ilka Netravali (W) d. Alison 6. Matt Borchia (W) 17:36, 7. Pete Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Grutzmacher scored again and gave 3rd S: – Gina Hernandez (UC) d. Kobel, 6-1, 6-2 which did not happen.” The Westfield High School field the Cougars a 2-0 lead. 1st D: - Katie Richards and Maggie Koegel added, “Basically, I needed Anzelone (W) 17:44, 8. Ben Brown Amanda Gamez, 8-2 (C) 17:45, 9. Chris Driscoll (W) hockey team had a very active and Despite the tough and, at times, 1st D: - Sabina Sabados and Tami Wei (W) d. Jen Calabrese and Rhonda personal records from all seven of my competitive week, doing battle with pushy competition, two Cougar play- Coangelo (UC) d. Ashley Wheeler and Barkan, 6-3, 7-6 (7-3) guys, but we only got them from 17:46, 10. Jim L’Heureux (SPF) 2nd D: - Rebecca Goldberg and Lisa 17:47 Union and Pompton Lakes, then ers were carded during the game, the Sara Alexander, 8-0 three. We seemed flat and we can’t clashing with Cranford High School 2nd D: - Tiernan Applegate and Kim Gorbaty (W) d. Ellen Findlay and Ronnie Blue Devils put up a strong fight, by Filippatos, 6-2, 6-1 afford to let that happen next week, NATIONAL GIRLS: in the finals of the Union County netting a goal with 6:35 remaining. Koza (UC) d. Angie Alvarado and Claire so we’ll be working hard in practice 1. Maura McMahon (W) 19:42, Tournament. The Devil girls nar- Blue Devil Kristen Leonardis con- all week.” 2. Alexis Anzelone (W) 20:33, 3. rowly defeated the Farmers, were verted a feed from Liz McKeon to The Union County Championships Kathryn Verhoven (C) 21:23, 4. edged by Pompton Lakes, then lost a close the gap. are scheduled to take place today Heather Dennis (W) 21:35, 5. Kyle heartbreaker to the Cougars. Blue Devil Tri-Captain McKeon (November 5). Koegel noted, “This Legones (W) 21:36, 6. Sara Car- Jessica Wyckoff flicked in the only said, “I know everybody had their race was practically a preview of the penter (W) 21:37, 7. Erin Kelly goal with 16:07 remaining in the hearts in it, but we didn’t play our Union County Championship, as the (SPF) 22:07, 8. Lauren Stanley (C) first half to give the Blue Devils the, best game. We have a bright outlook four best teams in the county (Cran- 22:11, 9. Holly Oatis (SPF) 22:17, 1-0, victory over the Farmers on for the states and hope to turn this ford, Scotch Plains-Fanwood, Eliza- 10. Kate Swan (C) 22:20 October 26. The Blue Devil defense experience into something positive.” stood strong, not letting the Farmers The last time the Blue Devils made penetrate the net. it to the UCT finals, they lost, but The Blue Devils out-shot the Farm- went on to win their state sectional. ers 13-0 and goalie Jennifer The Westfield field hockey team is Woodbury garnered her ninth shut- hoping to repeat history and have a out of the season. Westfield upped its great advantage since they are ranked record to 11-1-3 while the Farmers first in the Group 3 State Sectionals. fell to 3-7-5. Cranford were seeded seventh for the The Blue Devils next faced off sectionals. The Blue Devils now 11- against Pompton Lakes, who they 3-3 traveled to play Randolph on tied earlier in the season, on October November 2 and Piscataway on No- 28 in Westfield. This time, however, vember 4. Westfield fell 1-0. Rachel Radulic Union 0 0 0 David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times scored on a cross from Katie Quigley Westfield 1 0 1 ON THE ATTACK The Blue Devils kept constant pressure on the Cougars. for Pompton Lakes. Blue Devil Pompton Lakes 1 0 1 Woodbury made four saves for the Westfield 0 0 0 Blue Devils who slipped to 11-2-3. Local Area High School Cranford 1 1 2 Goalie Kim Bush made one save for Westfield 0 1 1 Pompton Lakes which upped its record to 12-2-2. Girls Soccer Results: On October 31, in Roselle Park, Area High School OCTOBER 26 improved to 11-5. Westfield made its first appearance Westfield 0, Union 0 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times against rival Cranford in the Union Field Hockey Both the Blue Devils and the Farm- Oak Knoll 1 0 1 READY AT THE LINE The Westfield High School boys cross country team County Tournament (UCT) finals ers had a scoring drought in West- New Providence 2 0 2 waits for the signal to begin during the Watchung Conference Championships since 1992. Even though the Blue OCTOBER 27 OCTOBER 30 at Warinanco Park in Elizabeth on October 24. field even though the Devil girls had Devils out-shot the Cougars, 18-7, A. L. Johnson 2, Mt. St. Mary’s 1 a significant shots-on-goal advan- Union Catholic 4, A. L. Johnson 1 Westfield lost a heartbreaker, 2-1. The Crusaders scored two goals in tage. Westfield’s record shifted to 11- The second-seeded Viking avenged Devil X-C Wins Cougar Lora Grutzmacher scored the second half to pull off a come- 4-2 while Union shifted to 9-3-1. an earlier loss to the Crusaders and 5:15 into the first half, but the Cou- from-behind victory. Crusader Mel- advanced to the finals of the Union Sectional Crown gar defense then faced the onslaught issa Lesko tied it, then Lauren Du- Union 0 0 0 County Tournament to face top- of the Blue Devil offense, who forced rante won it. Westfield 0 0 0 seeded Cranford. Junior forward CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14 Cougar goalie Kelly Murphy to make Cranford 8, Plainfield 0 Tanya Wynarczuk scored twice in the Mt. St. Mary’s (10-4-1) 1 0 1 Katie Sands, Molly Redlund and first half, then assisted on the two a time of 21:39.5. 12 saves in the first half to keep her A. L. Johnson (8-7-1) 0 2 2 Claire Tafelski at 22:27 and Tanya Devin Murray scored two goals apiece second half goals. Tran at 22:57 turned in best seasonal for the Cougars who lifted their record Lissette Brandao scored the two efforts and placed 30th and 35th, to 14-1. second half goals for the Vikings respectively. OCTOBER 27 who lifted their record to 16-2. Erin Hornish explained the nature of Union Catholic 3, Immaculata 0 Black scored the sole goal for the McMahon’s injury. “Maura’s injury Viking Jessica Ballweg hit the first Crusaders who fell to 13-4. is minor but of a nagging nature. goal, then assisted Jessica Broderick A. L. Johnson 0 0 0 She has a series of small tears in her on the second goal. Lissette Brandao East Brunswick 0 1 1 right calf. With some treatments, we scored with 14:00 remaining to ice the Cranford 1, Oak Knoll 0 are hopeful for her return at the victory for the 13th-ranked Vikings. Sue Flamini netted the only goal as county meet.” Union Catholic lifted its record to the first-seeded Cougars eliminated Hornish wanted to give credit 15-2 while Immaculata fell to 8-8-1. Oak Knoll in the semifinals of the where credit is due and pointed out, Immaculata 0 0 0 Union County Tournament. “A great deal of our success this Union Catholic 1 2 3 season is the direct result of our Oak Knoll (15-2) 0 0 0 team’s spirit and the enthusiasm of Cranford 9, Elizabeth 0 Cranford (16-1) 1 0 1 volunteer coaches Jen Buccino and Devan Murray, Sue Flamini and Scotch Plains-Fanwood 2, Kearny 2 Ray Smith. Molly Redlund had two goals apiece Stacy Bushinger and Rene Zidonik Gordon Kaslusky finished eighth for the Cougars who improved to 15-1. each scored to give the Raiders a 2-0 with a time of 17:05 as the Blue OCTOBER 29 lead at the half, but Kardinal Erin Finn Devils placed fourth in the boys race New Providence 2, Oak Knoll 1 hit twice in the second half to tie it. with a total of 137. The Scotch Pioneer Vonelle Allocco scored the The Raiders shifted to 8-7-4 while David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times first goal and Lauren Doyle scored the Kardinals shifted to 12-5-1. FIRST RAIDER IN...Erin Kelly was Plains-Fanwood boys finished fifth David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times the Raider girl to cross the line at the with 146 and Morris Hills took the AWAITING THE STARTER The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School girls the winning goal to upset previously Sc. Plains-Fanwood 2 0 2 Watchung Conference Championship. title with 40. cross country team waits for the starter to begin the conference championship. undefeated Oak Knoll. The Pioneers Kearny 0 2 2 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 5, 1998 Page 17 CYAN Westfield Wrestling League

Announces Sign-ups YELLOW The Westfield Wrestling League, ational format. Wrestlers are which begins its 38th season, an- matched by age, weight, and ability. nounced sign-ups for first through Practices are held one evening a sixth graders. Newcomers and expe- week at Westfield High School. rienced wrestlers are welcome to learn Matches are scheduled with other this exciting and challenging sport! recreation programs and novice tour- The League’s objectives are to pro- naments are available.

vide instruction from basic to ad- Traveling Division: MAGENTA vanced wrestling techniques, improve This division is for wrestlers in physical conditioning and promote grades 3-6 who have qualified on the competition in matches. basis of competitive try-outs. The Last year, Westfield wrestlers had Traveling Team (Little Devils) com- an outstanding season with numerous petes against other teams from neigh- medal winners and champions in sev- boring towns in the “Central Jersey eral regional tournaments and a State Wrestling League”. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Champion. Last year’s instructional Practices are held twice a week and UNION COUNTY SR. SOFTBALL CHAMPS Comcast Cablevision Mar- Andrew C. Chen for The Westfield Leader and The Times division experienced a good deal of all home matches are at Westfield keting Manager Fred Kopecki accepts the championship trophy from team BATTLE FOR BRAGGING RIGHTS The Scotch Plains-Fanwood junior success in matches with other towns High School. Optional tournaments managers Jim Airey, center, and Dom Deo during a dinner at the Westwood BLACK varsity boys soccer team battled with the Westfield boys for the Union County in Garwood on October 29. The Comcast team won the 1998 Union County JV Title on October 31 in Scotch Plains. The Blue Devils pulled out a 2-0 victory. and in novice tournaments. Several of are available during the season and those wrestlers are ready to move up league and state tournaments con- Seniors 50+ Softball League Title. League Chairman Tony Muccia, back- into the traveling division. tinue through mid-March. ground, ran the event. Westfield PAL “D” Outlasts A season-opening clinic will be Sign-ups: held in late November to help evalu- When: Tuesday November 17 and ate wrestlers and place them in either Wednesday November 18, 7:00- The SPF Fire Boys Do Battle Cranford Footballers, 26-20 the instructional or traveling team 8:15 p.m. at Westfield High School division. wrestling gym Fee: $60.00 (in- The Westfield Police Athletic the blockers on Westfield’s most im- Instructional Division: cludes instruction, matches, and T- With the SPF Revolution League’s “D” football team improved pressive eight-play drive of the day This division is for kids in grades shirt) Traveling Team requires an The Fire and the Revolution of the both teams. Throughout the game their record to 4-2 with a 26-20 vic- completed by running back Sean 1-6 who have little or no wrestling additional $20.00 fee for USA Wres- Scotch Plains-Fanwood Soccer As- the goalies and the defenders from tory over Cranford on November 1. Ferro’s counter for a 13-yard touch- experience. They will learn basic tling card Additional information sociation Second Grade Division met each team made several key plays to Cranford opened the game with an down scamper giving Westfield their wrestling rules and be introduced to is available by contacting Dave in an exciting well played contest on shutdown their opponent. impressive 11-play drive which cul- first lead at 19-13. the sport in an instructional/recre- Hewit at 789-0310. October 31. For the third consecutive Vincent Bianco played most of the minated in three plays from the West- Cranford attempted to crawl back week, the Fire found themselves in a game in goal for the Fire and was his field one-yard line before Cranford into the game, but touchdown saving tightly contested battle where de- usual steady self as he came up with was finally able break through and tackles by William Harbaugh, Matt fense was the name of the game by one key save after another. He was score. The extra point was good giv- Ince and Sean Mack frustrated the relieved in goal by Brendan McEvoy ing the Cougars the early 7-0 lead. Cougar offense. Venezia continued Area High School and Tom Reade, who each turned in It did not take Westfield long to to be Cranford’s biggest headache a solid game. strike back. Mike Venezia rushed with another brilliant run of 75 yards Volleyball Results: The Fire goalies were helped out through a gaping hole created by for a touchdown and Sean Ferro added by a very competent defense. James Zachary Deegan, Sean Sullivan, and the extra point for a 26-13 lead. OCTOBER 26 Mason, John Maxwell and Philip Andrew Petrsoric on the right side of Cranford did manage a late score at Union over Westfield, 14-16, 15- Rosenkrantz all chipped in with the line for a 64-yard run on the first the end of the game for a final score 11, 15-12. big plays on the defensive end. Chris play from scrimmage. Quarterback of 26-20. Melanie Page had 14 service points, McManus made the defensive play Mark Boyd then ran a sweep to the Head Coach Owen Brand was im- four kills and seven aces and Kelly of the game late in the second half. right with a cut back to the left break- pressed with his young squad. “I really Masterson had four kills and two The Revolution had the Fire’s goalie ing a tackle for the touchdown. The thought the offense, especially our of- blocks for the Blue Devils; however, out of position and shot the ball extra point was successful when Sean fensive line, came into their own this the Farmers came on strong in the toward the goal. The ball was Ferro swept to the left to tie the game. game. This was a satisfying win.” final two games. headed for an apparent goal, until The Westfield defense, thanks to Westfield’s next game will be Sun- OCTOBER 27 McManus sprinted over and kicked an outstanding tackle by Santo Nardi, day, November 8 at Hanover. the ball out just before it crossed the held Cranford to the minimum three Union County Tourney Quarterfinal Round: goal line. plays and a punt. Unfortunately, the The forwards for the Fire kept con- Cranford defense scored the next SPF Express Routs CELEBRATING VICTORY The Westfield High School ice hockey team Union Catholic over Kent Place, celebrates after pulling off a big victory. 15-8, 17-15 stant pressure on the Revolution all touchdown on a Westfield turnover. game, however, were unable to capi- The extra point attempt failed leav- Rahway U-11. 6-0 Viking Lisa Dolansky notched 18 kills and scooped six digs. Teammate talize it into a score. Matt Graziano ing the Blue Devils down 13-7. The SPF under 11 boys soccer team WHS Hockey Plans WHS Varsity-Alumni and Joseph Del Prete turned on the Venezia did not let Cranford enjoy traveled to Rahway on November 1 Allison Honeymar had 10 service Ice Hockey Game points and four digs. Union Catholic jets as they used their speed to con- their lead for very long. Breaking and emerged with a 6-0 victory. Big Skate-a-Thon stantly attack their opponent’s goal. through another huge hole on the right elevated its record to 14-0. Clayton Balch opened the scoring Share the excitement of skating The Westfield High School Ice Jimmy Walsh, Blake Van Buskirk side of the line, and making an out- with a high, left-footed shot from on home ice with the Westfield Union over A. L. Johnson, 15-3, and Reade’s constant hustle paid off standing cut in the open field, Venezia Hockey Alumni would like to an- outside and followed shortly after with High School Ice Hockey Team, Sat- nounce the 4th Annual Varsity- 15-4 as they were able to control the ball sprinted 65 yards to tie the game up. a breakaway down the right side. urday, November 7, from 6 p.m. to Alumni Game. The game will be The 10-3 Farmers buried the Cru- and make some excellent passes to The Westfield defense led by an The Express scored twice more 8 p.m. at Warinanco Ice Skating saders. Karolina Vakrzewska had 10 their teammates. McEvoy displayed excellent tackle from Patrick Stanley taking place on Wednesday evening, before halftime with Mark Ciecura Center, Roselle. November 25. Players should be af- service points and Maribel Viray had outstanding ball control skills as he and the aggressive play of James converting after a scramble in front Games for all ages are included filiated with the high school in some four digs and two kills. too kept pressing the ball into his Heffernan, Eddie Kane, Chris Sail- of the net and Jonathan Difiore accu- in the two-dollar admission (maxi- opponent’s end. ors, Mark Reimlinger and Scott way, alumni, faculty, parent, etc. All OCTOBER 30 rately drilling one past the goalie mum six dollars per family). Shoot interested players must provide their Newman manhandled the Cranford following a deflection of a hard shot Union Catholic over Benedictine, on the team goalie, have fun at own equipment and there is a sug- 15-3, 15-8 Offense by forcing punts on their by Ryan Cerrick. Score-O, skate a timed sprint, try SP-F Jazz Rattle next two possessions. gested donation as well. For ques- Lisa Dolansky had 10 kills and The Express closed the scoring in your stick handling skills on a tions or more information, please The Blue Devil offense in the sec- five digs for the 13th-ranked Vi- the second half with goals by Matt marked course, or just skate laps contact Jon Davidson at (954)928- ond half of the game dominated with kings. Benedictine suffered its first Readington Rush Fleissner and Difiore after fine passes with the varsity and junior varsity 0061 or by e-mail to an impressive repertoire of sweeps, by Cerrick and Jack Davis. Strong loss, falling to 19-1 while the Vi- teams. Skate rental and snack bar [email protected]. kings improved to 15-0. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Jazz counters, and draws that baffled the efforts were also turned in by An- are also available. girls under 11 inter-city soccer team Cranford defense. Anthony Arnold, thony Baliatico at center fullback Young visitors are encouraged to Recreation Department Red Raiders Edge scored a 3-0 shutout over the Sam Crawford, and Scott Dyer were and Henry Coxe at right halfback. bring a poster they’ve made cel- Readington Rush at School One on ebrating skating or hockey, for dis- Sets Martial Arts Expo W PAL ‘C’, 13-12 November 1. It was the second win play and to receive a prize. in as many games for the Jazz over The Westfield High School Ice SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch Westfield’s PAL “C” team capi- Readington. Hockey Team is funded totally by Plains Recreation Department has talized on the good weather to A solid defensive effort by Jazz private donations. The team thanks announced a Martial Arts Expo launch an unprecedented season’s fullbacks Lauren Hercel and the Westfield community for its will be held at Park Middle School, passing attack that initially sty- Meaghan Kelly slowed down the support during two recent week- 580 Park Avenue in Scotch Plains, mied Perth Amboy’s Red Raiders Rush and two spectacular saves by ends of fundraising. The team in- this Saturday, November 7, from 2 on November 1. Unfortunately, the goalie Loni Kaye kept Readington vites everyone to Skate-A-Thon ‘98 to 5 p.m. weather was favorable for both off the score board. The Jazz offense for fun, and a once-a-year skater’s- The event will be hosted by Master teams and the Red Raiders squeaked was led Lauren Mains, who scored a eye view from the ice of their high Karate Instructor Sensei Alan, who out a 13-12 victory. three-goal hat trick and could have school ice hockey team. instructs children in the township- Early in the second half, quarter- scored even more if it wasn’t for Directions to Warinanco Ice Skat- sponsored karate program. There will back John Boyd found Charles some fine goaltending by Readington. ing Center, from Westfield: South be a $5 admission fee. Johnson open downfield and The spunky Mains had plenty of Avenue east, through Cranford to The Martial Arts Expo will feature launched a pass that Johnson ran assistance from her teammates who Roselle. At traffic light with Texaco master instructors representing vari- into the end zone for the Blue Devils consistently pushed the ball up the station on your right, turn right ous styles of Karate, Jujitsu, Aikido, first score making it 6-0. field with skillful passing and adroit onto Linden Road. Go past two Tae Kwon do, Kick Boxing and more. Throughout the game, offensive ball handling. On goal number one, traffic lights and straight into The audience will be encouraged linemen Matt Risberg and Matt Bitsy Kipping worked the ball up to Warinanco Park. After merging into to participate. Multiple demonstra- Perrelli afforded Boyd the luxury of Shannon Hauser on the right wing, the park loop, Warinanco Ice Skat- tions will be presented in a workshop choosing his intended receiver and who zinged a pass to the middle ing Center is on your right. Park- format. Attendees will also be able to executing to perfection. where Mains converted. Goal num- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ing is just past the Skating Center ask questions and discuss their con- The defensive line hung tough in ber two was set up when Lindsey UNION COUNTY RUNNERS-UP The Raider gymnastics team placed second cerns about karate training. the second half behind lineman Fitzgerald split the Readington de- in the Union County Tournament held at Westfield High School on October 30. The event will also include com- Darrell Hopkins who plowed fense and found Mains unguarded in SPF House League mon sense self defense tactics for through to the backfield to break up front of the goal. non-martial artists, audience partici- Perth Amboy’s plays. Linebacker Mains had several opportunities to Nicole’s Yoga Center Slates Soccer Registration pation in aerobic kick boxing to Craig Hewit made some key tackles get goal number three. Jessica music, and demonstrations by na- for the Blue Devils who took a 12- Churgin set her up with a nice pass, Registration for the SPF House tionally-ranked karate competitors. 0 lead in the third quarter when League Soccer Program will be held but the goalie snatched the shot by Winter Sessions, Activities Boyd again connected to Johnson. Mains. Then Hallie Mintz battled for November 10 and November 17 at Defensive tackle Cowles Stewart Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School POSTERS a loose ball and found Mains, whose GARWOOD - Nicole’s Yoga Cen- Also, on December 4 at 7 p.m., the cracked the Red Raiders line for a left-footed wallop was knocked away. in the Multi-Purpose Room from fourth quarter sack. ter, 94 North Avenue in Garwood, center will host a dance featuring 7:30-9 p.m. The Westfield Leader and The Times Jess McGarry then chipped a beauti- have the capabilities of making large Unfortunately, the Red Raiders will begin its winter session on Mon- 1950s and 1960s music at the Cross- Indoor Soccer Winter 99 House ful pass that Mains whacked straight day November 16. roads Restaurant on North Avenue in color posters (24x18 and smaller) of bounced back to score twice in the at the goalie. Finally Gaby Falco League: PreK, Kindergarten, Grades sports photos or any photos you may fourth quarter. They made one of the This Yoga session will combine Garwood. 1st thru 5th children who partici- wish to be reproduced. Prices are raced up the field and slid the ball to the following aspects: alignment of On Saturday, January 23, and Sun- extra points making the final score a Mains, who would not be denied this pated in the Fall 1998 SPFSA House reasonable. Call David Corbin at nail-biting 13-12. the spine to achieve physical and day, January 24, the center will offer League Soccer Program and who wish (908) 232-4407 or e-mail Dave for time, as she whistled the ball past the mental health; breathing exercises; a Yoga workshop. It will be the be- to participate in the Indoor 1999 information at [email protected]. Perth Amboy 0 0 0 13 13 goalie to complete her hat trick and movements or asanas, elongation act ginning of a series of workshops. season (7 weeks) in January-March Westfield 0 0 6 6 12 ensure the win for the Jazz. as lubrication systems of the joints, Topics will include the physical as- must register at one of the above muscles, ligaments; and tendons by pects of Yoga, with the study of form- dates. Fee is $15.00. Outdoor Spring OPEN 7 DAYS increasing circulation and flexibil- ing a framework that stabilizes and Soccer 1999 House League: Pre-K, ity; and the opening of the seven supports the body. Grades 3rd thru 5th, Intercounty: centers or spinal chakras. Following the postures, will be Grades 6+. The session will include 20 weekly breathing exercises or Pranayama that All children in the above grades Yoga classes for beginner and ad- relate closely to bioenergy. All par- who wish to participate the Spring Division of Tiny Tots vanced participants. ticipants will receive a certificate of 1999 seasons must register at one of In addition there will be four medi- participation. the above dates 199 Route 22, East • Greenbrook tation classes. According to Ms. Mode, The Yoga Center will also be open If you have any questions you can her form of meditation is a method of for general registration with free per- contact the league by phone at (732) 968-0440 allowing the mind to be drawn to the sonal evaluation by appointment only 908.889.6881 or write to SPF Soc- We Have Beanie Babies! deepest and most refined level of think- on Mondays, November 9 and 16, cer, PO Box 203, Scotch Plains New ing that result of reduction of stress, a from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Thursday, Jersey, 07076. sense of awakening, an increase of November 12, from 2 to 4 p.m.; and self regard, offering a new way to Saturday November 14, from 1 to 4 Free Delivery! Lowest comprehend reality. p.m. Early registration is strongly SPORTS DEADLINE Quality Playsets Starting from $329 On Friday, December 4 at 5 p.m., recommended as the last session was * Prices the center will celebrate its 10th an- completely filled. Please refer to the Free Installation! niversary in Garwood. As a backdrop For a brochure and further infor- deadline box on Page *Kits Excluded to the evening festivities, the walls of mation or to schedule an appoint- 15 for sports the center will be feature original art ment, please call (908) 789-6426. deadlines. Deadlines EndEnd ofof SeasonSeason SaleSale celebrating the human form. The Nicole Mode is a certified Counse- EndEnd ofof SeasonSeason SaleSale works are by the artists drawing group lor hypno therapist, Member of will be ADHERED to of the Westfield Art Association. N.A.C.H, a stress management con- with NO EXCEPTIONS. Call 1-800-321-GYMS for Your FREE Catalog! For further information on the draw- sultant, a yoga therapist and offers Articles will be (4967) ing group, please call Georges Fritz at private therapeutic yoga sessions for accepted by e-mail at: (908) 233-0776. This event will be stress-related conditions by appoint- [email protected] open to the public and free of charge. ment only. OPEN 7 DAYS Page 18 Thursday, November 5, 1998 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield ‘B’ Team Thumps SP-F U-9 Strikers Capture Red Raider Footballers, 20-0 Halloween Soccer Tourney

The Westfield “B” team continued O’Connor, Blackmon, Andrew The ghosts and goblins were cheer- In the second and final game, the to steam roll the competition on No- Schafer, Marc Dowling, and Sherif ing last weekend as the SP-F Strik- Strikers won the tournament with a ers U-9 soccer team won their first vember 1 at Gary Kehler Stadium Kamel. A sack by Glasco followed by 3-0 win over the Denville Clash. Jeff Halloween tournament. In their first Stuart scored the first goal with a with its 20-0 defeat of the Red Raid- a tackle at the line of scrimmage by game, the Strikers beat the large right foot shot on goal. The ers of Perth Amboy. Keith Zemsky forced the Red Raid- Parsippany Tigers 4-1. Clash attempted to score but were Westfield won the toss and started ers to turn the ball over to Westfield. With their hair and faces deco- repelled by the tremendous defense at their own 35. Four plays later, Strong runs by Dowling, Brautigan rated for the holiday, the Strikers of Sutter and a huge diving save by Perth Amboy took over on the West- and Roche secured another Blue Devil came out onto the field with a strong LiVolsi. field 49. The tenacious Terrence first down to end the third quarter. offensive effort. Timmy Leischner Stanek make a nice “header” to Bryant was a major force behind the Perth Amboy was unable to pen- led with a strong shot on the Tiger resume the Strike offensive. In the Red Raider’s decision to punt four etrate the formidable Westfield de- goal. Eddie Kahan followed with a second half, after a Denville hand- plays later. fense led by Brad Trzesniowski and score to make it 1-0 Strikers. ball, Ryan Krueger took the direct The first quarter ended with Bart Neil Kronke and was held scoreless. Rob Cunningham and Tyler kick and scored to make it 2-0 Strik- HALLOWEEN TOURNAMENT WINNERS The SPF Strikers, from left to Stanek both had solid shots on the ers. Cunningham sent the dust fly- Walsh securing a Blue Devil first Late in the fourth quarter, behind right, are: front row, Michael DeVizio, Tim Stuart, Jeff Stuart, Eddie Kahn, down on the Red Raider’s 41 yard the great blocking of Mark Harbaugh, Tiger goal. Tommy Sutter and Stanek ing with another attempt to just miss Rob Cunningham and Timmy Leischner; middle row, Brandon Reddington, delivered skilled defensive play to line. Eric Hayes, Alex Regenstreich, Chris Witkowski, and Joe Tommy Sutter, Taylor Molinaro, Ryan Krueger, Tyler Stanek and Daniel the Denville goal. hold the Tigers scoreless. Taylor The Strikers worked together to and Jan Cocozziello each ground out Wisniewski, Brautigan swept to the LiVolsi; standing, Assistant Coach Ed Sutter, Coach Steve Leischner, Assis- tant Coach Ed Kahn. Molinaro and Leischner made two move the ball downfield, feeding consecutive gains resulting in a first left and scored on a ten-yard run more attempts on the goal. Michael the ball to Krueger who took the down on the 22. Tremendous block- making the final score 20-0. DeVizio took a shot from the right shot and scored for a 3-0 lead. ing by Adam Trzesniowski, Montel SPF Soccer United Finish side to score and make it 2-0 Strik- Reddington kept up the Striker of- Glasco, and David Hewit led Kirt ers. fensive attack. Giresi around end for 22 yards and a Sr. Basketball 50+ In the second half, Daniel LiVolsi The Clash tried some Halloween Blue Devil touchdown. Second at Spook-A-Rama used some fancy footwork to score witchcraft but were halted when Andrew Garrison’s kick was good Registration Finale and make it 3-0. One minute later, Striker goalie, Molinaro made a great and Westfield was on the board 7-0. scored a goal of his own to further LiVolsi scored again to make it 4- save. The Clash continued their at- Club Basketball USA An- The SPF United U-9 boys soccer Two plays later, Tyshon Blackmon team took second place at the North horrify the Cosmo fans. 0. Ryan Krueger and Brandon tack and were blocked with solid caused a Red Raider fumble which nounces a Final Registration Brunswick Spook-A-Rama Classic Kyle Milhansky, Danny DeCataldo Reddington continued to apply defense led by Eddie Kahn. was recovered by Tommy Roche. for its upcoming Senior Basket- on October 24. Taking the field with and Tommy Hercel contributed pressure with two more attempts Jeff Stuart resumed the offensive that were blocked by the Tiger Successive runs by Walsh, ball League for 50+ players set their hair and faces painted blue and mightily to the terrifying United of- with a nice attempt on the Clash fensive Throughout the game, the goalie. goal. DeVizio and Leischner kept Cocozziello, and Giresi brought the for December Start white, the United spooked their first The games will be played at competitors and came away with a 5- Cosmos did not have a ghost of a Tim Stuart and Cunningham were up the offensive pressure. The game ball deep into Red Raider territory tremendous on defense. Jeff Stuart Scotch Plains-Fanwood High 1 victory. chance to score off of goalies Cohen ended 3-0. Pleased with their first enabling Cocozziello to score on a 20 With support from Brian Hesserner and Udelsman. and Sutter continued the offensive Halloween tournament, the strikers yard run. Garrison’s kick was good; School on Tuesday and Thurs- and Jordan Neuhauser, Adam Brous The United played the deadly Old pressure in the fourth quarter to went home looking forward to their the Blue Devils took a 14-0 lead into day nights, at Monmouth Fit- opened the scoring early for the Bridge Sharks for the championship. close the game at 4-1. next day’s league game. the locker room despite losing Brian ness Center on Sunday after- United by driving down the left side The first half was played in the center Bigelow to injury early in the game. noons and in Toms River on of the field and nailing a frightening of the field. The goals of both teams The injury forced Brandon Pantano Wednesday nights. shot that the goalie couldn’t touch. seemed haunted, Shortly before half- and Mark Harbaugh out of position, All registrations must be in by Evan Aspel then scared off the Cosmo time, Aspel connected on a hair- but they ably met the challenge. defense with some ghoulish moves raising shot for the 1-0 lead. The Tuesday, November 24 with Sharks responded with a ghoulish The Red Raiders began the second that allowed him to score on a stunned league games beginning on Tues- Cosmo goalie. goal of their own on the return kick- half on their own 35 only to be halted day, December 1. Shortly before the half, Jackson off, just before the halftime whistle. in their tracks by strong defensive For more information, please Udelsman let loose a bloodcurdling The United played a solid second performances from Michael call Bill Clancy at (908) 756- shot from the 25-yard line for a 3-0 half and were lead by the continuing 4502. lead. hustle of Hessemer, Kirby and Cohen. PUBLIC NOTICE During the second half, United However, the Sharks played as if they SHERIFF’S SALE defensemen Bryan Dougher and were possessed, and used their fine SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, PUBLIC NOTICE James DiNizo were awesome and passing skills to put in four more CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, terrorized all comers. With his terri- goals for the win. DOCKET NO. F-9974-97. SHERIFF’S SALE The spirited United team took home BEAL BANK, S.S.B., PLAINTIFF vs. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, fying two-toned look, Brendan Kirby PHILLIP MCCALL, ET AL, DEFENDANT. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, continued the scoring when he con- frightfully designed second place tro- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DOCKET NO. F-3330-96. nected on a screeching shot. An phies. It was a beautiful day for soc- DATED SEPTEMBER 14, 1998 FOR SALE AMERICAN SAVINGS BANK, F.A., equally freakish-looking Jarek Cohen cer and a fun time for everyone. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. PLAINTIFF vs. CONSTANTINOS By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- KYPRIANOU; DEBRA KYPRIANOU, DE- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale FENDANT. by public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Union County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad DATED OCTOBER 23, 1996, FOR SALE Westfield ‘Y’ Aquaducks KEEPING FIT Karen Mellina’s fourth-grade class at Washington Elemen- Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey on OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. tary School in Westfield recently participated in a program sponsored by the WEDNESDAY THE 2ND DAY OF By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- American Council on Exercise (ACE) called “Energy to Burn.” The students DECEMBER A.D., 1998 at two o’clock in ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale To Perform Nov. 14 and 15 the afternoon of said day. All successful by public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the learned to value the importance of exercise. bidders must have 20% of their bid available Union County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad in cash or certified check at the conclusion Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WESTFIELD — The Westfield “Y” The program will feature all of last of the sales. WEDNESDAY THE 2ND DAY OF Aquaducks, a synchronized swim club, year’s swimmers who placed at the Exercise Council Encourages The judgment amount is $110,605.73. DECEMBER A.D., 1998 at two o’clock in will present their annual fall show, Nationals, as well as junior girls swim- DOCKET NO.: F-9974-97. the afternoon of said day. All successful MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. bidders must have 20% of their bid available “In a Synchro State of Mind” this ming some of their new routines based COUNTY: Union STATE OF NEW JER- in cash or certified check at the conclusion weekend. on songs about the United States. Local Students to Exercise SEY. of the sales. Show times are Saturday, Novem- The team is coached by Diane STREET & STREET NO.; 616 Fulton The judgment amount is $144,006.59. WESTFIELD - Westfield students August. Street. The property to be sold is located in the ber 14, at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Hunsinger. Their choreographer is TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK: 7 LOT: CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of Sunday, November 15, at 5 p.m. at the her daughter, Dana Nolan, one of the recently benefited from a program, The program uses classroom ac- 541. UNION, and the State of New Jersey. “Y,” 220 Clark Street in Westfield. 1988 National Trio Champions. “Energy 2 Burn,” sponsored by The tivities and a high-energy video, “En- DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 25 feet x 100 Commonly known as: 733 NEWARK American Council on Exercise ergy 2 Burn,” which is designed to feet. AVENUE, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY The Aquaducks placed fourth in NEAREST CROSS STREET: 200 feet 07061. Nationals this year, and at the U.S. (ACE) in cooperation with the Na- motivate children and show them from 6th Street. Tax Lot No. 841 in Block No. 11. Westfield ‘Y’ Teens Set tional Fitness Leaders Association how to incorporate exercise into their There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of Open Championships in Hilo, Hawaii, $113,568.29 together with lawful interest $148,851.56 together with lawful interest the team placed eighth in the nation, as Trip to Camp Center (NFLA), which was launched in Sep- daily routine. and costs. and costs. tember, 1996. “Lifetime habits are largely formed well as placing a trio seventh. WESTFIELD - The Westfield “Y” There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in Tobi Becker and Doreen O’Boyle during youth and the importance of the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Danielle Baukh, a junior at West- Teen Department will host a trip to The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn field High School, placed fourth in the Fairview Lake YMCA Camp and of Westfield teach the program at instilling healthy exercise habits at a this sale. this sale. nation as a soloist in 1997, while the Conference Center in Newton dur- Washington Elementary School in young age couldn’t be greater!” stated RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH Westfield. They have volunteered in Sheryl Marks Brown, Executive Di- SHERIFF SHERIFF duet of Amy Bengivenga of Mount St. ing the Teacher’s Convention on WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., Attorney SHAPIRO & KREISMAN, Attorney Mary Academy in Watchung and Kate Thursday and Friday, November 12 classrooms across the country once a rector of ACE. 737 Stokes Road Suite J Matusiak of Bishop Ahr High School and 13, for teenagers in sixth, sev- week for five weeks to teach brief The “Energy 2 Burn” program is P.O. Box 1088 406 Lippincott Drive enth, eighth, and ninth grades. health and fitness-related lessons and offered to schools at no charge. Each Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 Marlton, New Jersey 08053 in Edison placed second this year. Teens will visit a 600- plus acre CH-754080 (WL) CH-752870 (WL) Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for lead an energized, 15-minute exer- student receives an ACE “Energy 2 4 T - 11/5, 11/12, 4 T - 11/5, 11/12, outdoor education facility- a camp cise routine. Burn” Activity Logbook to support 11/19 & 11/26/98 Fee: $165.24 children and senior citizens. 11/19 & 11/26/98 Fee: $155.04 that sits on both the Appalachian Mrs. Becker and Mrs. O’Boyle them through the program and an trail and a 110-acre lake. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Teens will lodge in modern cabins stated, “Many kids attend schools “Energy 2 Burn” Certificate of with heat and indoor plumbing. The where physical education has been Achievement upon completion. NOTICE OF SALE FOR REAL ESTATE days will consist of canoeing and cut from the curriculum, then they Teachers can continue the program hiking and learning about the envi- head home to TV and video games. with the help of the video. FOR NON-PAYMENT OF TAXES ronment and each other. The profes- Where does the exercise fit in? Our The program is targeted to fourth- sional staff of teachers at Fairview job is to combat the growing statis- grade students and adheres to ACE’s AND MUNICIPAL CHARGES Lake will be supplying campfires tics of sedentary kids by inspiring research which showed that 9- and and interactive educational classes. them to exercise.” 10-year-olds would be the most re- PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned, the Collector of Taxes of the Township of Scotch Plains, Union County, New For more information, please call Both Mrs. Becker and Mrs. ceptive to the program because they Jersey will sell at a public auction on the 1st day of December 1998, in the Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey the Department at (908) 233-2700, at 10 o’clock in the morning, the below described lands. O’Boyle have school-aged children are old enough to understand the Extension No. 270. The said lands will be sold to make the amount of municipal liens chargeable against that same on the 1st day of December 1998 together and both became ACE certified in information and at a good age to be with interest and cost of sale, exclusive however, of the lien for taxes for the year 1998. Said lands will be sold in fee to such persons as will purchase the same, subject to redemption at the lowest rate of interest, but in no case PUBLIC NOTICE positively influenced by it. in excess of eighteen (18) percent per annum. Payment for the sale shall be made by cash, certified or cashier’s check, or money order BOARD OF EDUCATION PUBLIC NOTICE Energy 2 Burn is supported by the before the conclusion of the sale or the property will be resold. WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY Any parcel of real property for which there shall be no other purchase will be struck off and sold to the municipality in fee for redemption SHERIFF’S SALE National Association of Elementary at eighteen (18) percent per annum and the municipality shall have the right to bar or foreclose right of redemption. NOTICE TO BIDDERS SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, School Principals. The sale will be made and conducted in accordance with the provisions of Article 4 of Chapter 5 of Title 54, Revised Statutes of New Jersey, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Sealed proposals will be received by the The not-for-profit ACE is com- 1937 and amendments thereto. DOCKET NO. F-003664-98. Board of Education of the Westfield School At any time before the sale, the undersigned will receive payment of the amount due on the property, with interest and costs incurred up CITICORP MORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN- mitted to enriching quality of life District, Union County, New Jersey, at the to the time of payment by cash, certified or cashier’s check, or money order. TIFF vs. MIGUEL DELLA CORTE AND Board of Education, 302 Elm Street, through safe and effective physical Industrial properties may be subject to the Spill Compensation and Control Act (N.J.S.A. 58:10-23.11 et seq.), the Water Pollution Control NOEMI DELLA CORTE, HIS WIFE; ET Westfield, New Jersey, for the following activity. ACE accomplishes its mis- Act (N.J.S.A. 58:10A-1 et seq.), and the Industrial Site Recovery Act (N.J.S.A. 13:1K-6 et seq.). In addition, the municipality is precluded ALS, DEFENDANT. supplies, equipment or services: from issuing a tax sale certificate to any prospective purchaser who is or may be in any way connected to the prior owner or operator of the CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, sion by setting certification and edu- BID FOR: B9-107 site. DATED AUGUST 31, 1998 FOR SALE OF BOILER REPAIR – ALL SCHOOLS FOR cation standards for health and fit- The said lands so subject to sale, described in accordance with the tax duplicate, including the name of the owner as shown on the last MORTGAGED PREMISES. THE 1998-1999 SCHOOL YEAR tax duplicate and the total amount due thereon respectively on the 1st day of December, 1998, exclusive of the lien for the year are as listed By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- ness instructors and through public below: BIDS DUE: tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by education and research. Kathleen W. Silber THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1998 public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Collector of Taxes AT 10:00 A.M. County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Scotch Plains, New Jersey The bids will be received at the Adminis- Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY PROPERTY INTER- tration Building, 302 Elm Street, Westfield, THE 18TH DAY OF NOVEMBER A.D., PUBLIC NOTICE NO. BLOCK LOT OWNER NAME LOCATION TAX MUNIC. EST COST TOTAL New Jersey 07090, on the date and at the 1998 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said BOROUGH OF FANWOOD 1. 00201 02 Chua, Edita 406 Farley Avenue 2,990.52 0.00 296.41 65.74 3,352.67 time indicated, and then publicly opened day. All successful bidders must have 20% PLANNING BOARD 2. 00203 03 Rayric, Inc. 445 Terrill Road 17,204.66 0.00 1,883.90 100.00 19,188.56 and read aloud. of their bid available in cash or certified Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- 3. 00301 12 Jones Realty Agency, Inc. 535 Terrill Road 1,034.28 0.00 87.40 22.43 1,144.11 Bids must be in strict compliance with check at the conclusion of the sales. NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF 4. 00502 03 Armstrong, Frederick 1616 Front Street 3,876.60 0.00 1,014.10 97.81 4,988.51 specifications. Bids must be made on the The judgment amount is $152,498.55. FANWOOD after public hearing granted 5. 00502 26 Bartlett, Valerie 427 Grant Avenue 3,339.50 0.00 525.47 77.30 3,942.27 proposal forms in the manner designated. The property to be sold is located in the approval to Irma’s Bag of Fanwood for new 6. 00602 16 Shackelford, M. & Banks, R. 1601 Front Street 3,424.33 0.00 885.72 86.20 4,396.25 Proposals must be endorsed on the outside CITY of ELIZABETH, New Jersey 07202, signs on the property at 39 South Martine 7. 00603 08 Campbell, Leroy and Hillary 349 Jackson Avenue 904.46 0.00 16.59 18.42 939.47 of the sealed envelope, with the name of the County of UNION and State of New Jersey. Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey being Block 8. 00902 07 Moore, John & Minnie 318 Myrtle Avenue 3,851.75 0.00 775.48 92.54 4,719.77 bidder, the bidder’s address and the name Commonly known as: 30 SPENCER No. 65 Lot No. 14. 9. 01101 04 Vargonick, J. and S.D.L. 1729 East Second St. 5,275.33 0.00 947.38 100.00 6,322.71 of the supplies, equipment, or services for STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY Documents pertaining to this application 10. 01103 27 Johnson, Frederick Estate of 446 Flanders Avenue 2,957.15 0.00 599.78 71.14 3,628.07 which the bid is submitted. It is understood 07202. are available for public inspection at the 11. 03703 08 Gellerman, Floyd 2292 Mountain Avenue 4,318.93 0.00 1,080.08 100.00 5,499.01 and agreed that proposals may be delivered Tax Lot No. 1276 in Block No. 5. Borough Hall during normal business hours. 12. 04001 19 Mortarulo, Michael & Catherine 328 William Street 1,448.71 0.00 84.75 30.67 1,564.13 before the time or at the place specified for Dimension of Lot: approximately 25.00 Mr. Michael Glassett 13. 04201 11 Cicalese, James & Michelle 515 William Street 2,270.86 0.00 199.38 49.40 2,519.64 opening. The Board of Education assumes feet wide by 100.00 feet long. Irma’s Bag of Fanwood 14. 04401 14 West, Mary E. 4 Johnson Street 1,107.79 0.00 36.56 22.89 1,167.24 no responsibility for bids mailed or misdi- Nearest Cross Street: Second Street. 39 South Martin Avenue 15. 05901 18 Zlotnikoff, Alisa 15 Gary Court 5,130.84 0.00 915.96 100.00 6,146.80 rected in delivery. Situate at a point on the southerly sideline Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 16. 06102 14 DeStefanis, Austin 690 Rolling Peaks Way 894.60 0.00 79.89 19.49 993.98 The Board of Education of the Town of of Spencer Street distance approximately 1 T – 11/5/98, The Times Fee: $15.81 17. 06102 15 West, W. Charles 2551 Broadway 3,280.20 0.00 659.19 78.79 4,018.18 Westfield, in Union County, New Jersey, 121.60 feet easterly from its intersection 18. 06102 16 Broadway Associates 2539 Broadway 3,424.33 0.00 688.15 82.25 4,194.73 reserves the right to accept or reject any with the easterly sideline of Second Street. PUBLIC NOTICE 19. 06102 17 Broadway Associates 2529 Broadway 2,236.50 0.00 406.40 52.86 2,695.76 and/or all bids for the whole or any part and There is due approximately the sum of 20. 06102 20 Broadway Associates 2521 Broadway 994.00 0.00 88.78 21.66 1,104.44 waive any informalities in the interest of the $156,513.35 together with lawful interest BOROUGH OF FANWOOD 21. 06103 07 Sawyer, Arthur 2563 Waverly Place 606.34 0.00 54.15 15.00 675.49 Board of Education. No bid may be with- and costs. PLANNING BOARD 22. 06103 09 Sawyer, Arthur 2553 Waverly Place 1,615.25 0.00 246.52 37.24 1,899.01 drawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the There is a full legal description on file in Notice is hereby given that the PLAN- 23. 06201 05 Flynn, James B. 2536 Broadway 2,276.26 0.00 416.63 53.86 2,746.75 date set for the opening thereof. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. NING BOARD OF THE BOROUGH OF 24. 07201 12 Legg, G. Randolph 2386 Beryllium Road 7,623.37 0.00 1,728.19 100.00 9,451.56 Bidding shall be in conformance with the The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn FANWOOD after public hearing granted 25. 07201 24 Foster, James and Sallie 2402 Hamlette Place 532.85 0.00 127.57 15.00 675.42 applicable requirements of N.J.S.A. this sale. approval to Paul H. Robinson to park ve- 26. 13301 22 Dixon, Robert L. & Barbara 3 Linden Lane 6,608.15 0.00 1,582.00 100.00 8,290.15 18A:18A-1 et. seq., pertaining to the “Public RALPH FROEHLICH hicles in the rear yard on the property at 580 27. 13302 07 Leighton, Saul & Roberta 2051 Winding Brook W. 9,676.59 0.00 1,944.61 100.00 11,721.20 School Contracts Law”. SHERIFF North Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey being 28. Blk-13701.15 Bidders are required to comply with the FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, Block No. 68 Lot No. 34. Lot-3 CB010 LiBrandi, Catherine 10 Burnham Village 4,085.34 0.00 773.95 97.19 4,956.48 requirements of P.L. 1975, C. 127, (NJAC Attorney Documents pertaining to this application 29. 14301 22 Tussel, Carol Ann 1360 Raritan Road 1,344.88 0.00 262.73 32.15 1,639.76 17:27). Suite 201 are available for public inspection at the 30. 14601 12 Emery, Arline 1167 Lenape Way 2,309.38 0.00 422.62 54.64 2,786.64 By order of the Town of Westfield Board of 7 Century Drive Borough Hall during normal business hours. 31. 15302 02 Shanni, Stefan 1310 Cushing Road 3,668.14 0.00 797.82 89.32 4,555.28 Education, Union County, New Jersey. Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Paul H. Robinson 32. 16001 28 Homestead Assoc. Inc. 26 Winchester Drive 5,780.11 0.00 1,512.05 100.00 7,392.16 Robert A. Berman CH-754070 (WL) 2371 Longfellow Avenue 33. 16002 01 Skyline Develop. Corp 27 Winchester Drive 2,189.29 0.00 376.65 51.32 2,617.26 Board Secretary 4 T - 10/22, 10/29 Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 4 T – 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 & 11/26/98, The Times Fee: $685.44 1 T – 11/5/98, The Leader Fee: $45.39 11/5 & 11/12/98 Fee: $179.52 1 T – 11/5/98, The Times Fee: $14.79 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, November 5, 1998 Page 19 Westfield Musical Club Sets Westfield Revamps Website; Second Concert for Nov. 11 Adds Police, Fire Departments WESTFIELD — The Town of Walker. WESTFIELD — The Musical Club of Westfield. Westfield has announced that the The Fire Department’s information of Westfield will hold its second con- The program Chairwoman for this Westfield Police Department and the was provided by Deputy Fire Chief cert of the year, featuring a variety of concert is Dariel Belcher, assisted by Westfield Fire Department have been John Castellano. “Deputy Chief music styles, on Wednesday, Novem- D. J. Sellers and Bill Belcher. added to the new official Town of Castellano has provided an in-depth ber 11, at 1 p.m. at the First Baptist Caroline Holt is the Hospitality Chair- Westfield website at http:// profile of his department, with an em- Church, 170 Elm Street in Westfield. woman, assisted by Jerome Mendel WestfieldNJ.net on the Internet. phasis on fire prevention and fire safety Seven musicians will perform for the and Denise Wittke. The new website was designed by education,” Mr. Walker continued. members of the club. Elan Arbitsman, an intern in the The Health Department, which Opening the program will be tenor office of Mayor Thomas C. Jardim services Westfield and five surround- George Straulkus, with Louise and a Westfield High School student. ing towns, is also accessible through Andrews at the piano. A string quar- “Elan is an extremely talented de- the http://WestfieldNJ.net address, tet, comprised of Lubov Schnable signer and a pleasure to work with,” courtesy of information provided by and Allen Weekland on violin, Rob- said Darryl Walker, a Westfield resi- Robert M. Sherr, Director of Health ert Paoli on viola and Leo Wang on dent who maintains the town’s new and Health Officer. SLEUTHS IN TRAINING The committee for the Westfield Lecture Series cello, will perform three selections. website. Also part of the “Webteam” are met on October 1 in The Presbyterian Church in Westfield’s Assembly Room The final group for the afternoon “The ‘user-friendly’ website is a Westfield residents Karrie Hanson with Mayor Thomas C. Jardim and guest lecturer Dana D. Kollmann, a forensic will feature pianist Jessica Hu, a valuable source of government in- and Nancy Gannett Vickers, who anthropologist, third and fourth from left. Joining them, pictured left to right, senior at Westfield High School and formation for all of our residents,” collected information from the Town are: Thomas Phelan, Elisa Sananman, Susan Doubilet, Mike Mazzarese, Lenore a member of the Junior Musical Club explained Mayor Jardim. “Citizens Clerk’s Office, the Tax Collector, Davis, David Mueller and Mike Sananman. can go online to find public notices, and the Department of Public Works. permit applications, and specific in- The Recreation Department was formation with respect to departmen- also expected to provide information Forensic Anthropologist Program Provides tal programs,” he added. shortly for the website, according to Transitional Services Detective Sergeant John M. Ms. Vickers. Parizeau provided all of the informa- “This new and improved website Addresses Lecture Series To Disabled Individuals tion on behalf of the Police Depart- will help make town government WESTFIELD — The Westfield Westfield Mayor Thomas C. Jardim The Community Support Program ment, including published statistics and the services it provides more Lecture Series recently featured fo- attended the lecture and presented (CSP) of Community Access Unlim- GUEST SPEAKER Carolyn on crime. accessible to the residents of rensic anthropologist Dana D. opening remarks for the Lecture Se- Reemey, antiquarian and owner of “Sergeant Parizeau has done an Westfield,” Mayor Jardim stated. “It’s ited offers transitional skill instruc- Remmey Consignment Galleries of Kollmann, who spoke about “Catch- ries. tions for adults and youth with dis- incredible job of compiling this data, also a real demonstration of our com- Summit, will be the guest speaker at which includes some interesting com- mitment to moving town govern- ing Criminals: Crimes that Could The next program in the Westfield abilities throughout New Jersey. the Westfield Service League’s lun- Not Have Been Solved Without Fo- Lecture Series will take place after CSP offers support to people with cheon meeting on Wednesday, Novem- parisons to prior years,” said Mr. ment into the 21st century.” rensic Evidence.” January 1 and will be given by George disabilities who are either stalled on ber 18, at the Echo Lake Country Her lecture, which was illustrated Melloan of The Wall Street Journal. long state waiting lists or who are Club. She is known as an auctioneer PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE with slides, covered the methods she Further details will be announced at ineligible for state funded services. and appraiser of antiques. She hosts a SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY and as Executrix of the Estate of Hilda and her team used in order to solve a later date. CSP services include daily living weekly Comcast Cable Television se- CHANCERY DIVISION Eloise Foster, Gwendolyn V. Coburn, and violent crimes. The Lecture Series is sponsored by skill training, crisis intervention, ries, “Attic Treasures,” on Channel UNION COUNTY DOCKET NO. James R. Foster, are made defendants be- 36. She has also appeared on the PBS F-13216-98 cause you are the owner of a property which She explained how such evidence the Westfield Foundation and the after school programming for youth is the subject of the above entitled action. program, “Antiques Roadshow.” NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANTS as shoe prints and tire tracks, hu- Westfield “Y.” For additional infor- with special needs, employment and Title of record to the premises became vested Members’ luncheon reservation STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: in James Foster, by Deed from Grant W. man, animal and plant DNA, bone mation, please call Dave Mueller at socialization opportunities, as well checks are due to Ann Fontana by fragments and fingerprints can play VERONICA B. COBURN, INDIVIDUALLY Hamlette, Trustee, dated July 11, 1923, and the “Y” at (908) 233-2700, Exten- as provider and brokerage services Tuesday, November 10. AND AS EXECUTRIX OF THE ESTATE recorded in the Union County Clerk’s/ a vital role in cracking a case. sion No. 233. for the Governor’s Inclusion Initia- OF HILDA ELOISE FOSTER; JOHN DOE, Register’s Office on August 30, 1923, in tive. HUSBAND OF VERONICA B. COBURN, Deed Book 912, page 297. Upon informa- For more information about these SAID NAME JOHN DOE BEING FICTI- tion and belied, said James Foster died Township Plans Clinic TIOUS; GWENDOLYN V. COBURN AND leaving wife, Sally Foster, as tenant by the services, please call Tricia Lobdell, JOHN DOE, HUSBAND OF GWENDOLYN entirety. Upon information and belief, said Extension No. 272, at (800) 354- For Hypertension V. COBURN, SAID NAME JOHN DOE Sally Foster died leaving as her heir her son, 3096 or (908) 354-3040. Free con- The Township of Scotch Plains BEING FICTITIOUS; JAMES R. FOSTER, James Foster. Upon information and belief, sultations are available. JR. AND MRS. JAMES R. FOSTER, JR., said James Foster died leaving Hilda Eloise will hold a free monthly Hyperten- WIFE OF JAMES R. FOSTER, JR.; Foster, as tenant by the entirety. Said Hilda sion (high blood pressure) Screening BRISCO MORTGAGE CO., INC.; Eloise Foster died on April 8, 1992 a resi- Clinic on Monday, November 9, from LENHART & MORTIMER PLUMBING & dent of the County of Union, State of New Knights of Columbus HEATING; ANNIS FUEL OIL SERVICES, Jersey. According to the Application Pro- 10 a.m. to noon in the Scotch Plains INC. bate filed in the Union County Surrogate’s Public Library Community Room, Court on April 28, 1992 under Docket No. K- Inducts New Officers YOU ARE HEREBY summoned and re- 2503, Veronica Coburn was appointed Ex- 1927 Bartle Avenue. quired to serve upon ALLOCCA & SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD ecutrix of the Estate of Hilda Eloise Foster. The intent of the clinic is to iden- PELLEGRINO, P.C., Attorneys for Plaintiff, In addition, the following are Hilda Eloise — The Father John S. Nelligan Coun- whose address is 4 Century Drive, tify new cases of high blood pressure. Foster’s surviving heirs at law and next of cil No. 5730 Knights of Columbus of Parsippany, New Jersey 07054, an Answer Individuals who are over age 30 and kin: Gwendolyn V. Coburn, daughter and to the Complaint and Amendment to Com- Scotch Plains-Fanwood installed its James R. Foster, Jr., son. Accordingly, smoke or who are overweight or have plaint (if any) filed in a Civil Action in which new officers for the 1998-1999 Veronica B. Coburn, Gwendolyn V. Coburn a family history of heart disease or FUNB-Cust. for D.H. and Associate is plain- and James R. Foster are hereby joined as Columbian year on September 12. tiff and Veronica B. Coburn, individually and diabetes and have not had their blood defendants herein. The new officers are: Grand as Executrix of the Estate of Hilda Eloise pressure checked recently are urged YOU, John Doe, husband of Veronica B. Foster; Gwendolyn V. Coburn; James R. Knight, Vincent Lobosco; Chaplain, Coburn, John Doe, husband of Gwendolyn to attend. Foster, Jr., et. als. are defendants, pending the Reverend Michael Merlucci; V. Coburn; James R. Foster, Jr., are made in the Superior Court of New Jersey, within a defendant in the above entitled action Deputy Grand Knight, Charles 35 days after November 5, 1998, exclusive because plaintiff has been unable to deter- Smith; Financial Secretary, Enrico of such date. mine whether defendants Veronica B. PUBLIC NOTICE If you fail to do so, Judgment by Default Pirolozzi; Recorder, Joseph Coburn, Gwendolyn V. Coburn; and James ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Five senior students at Union Catholic High may be rendered against you for the relief Sumanski; Warden, Patrick Hyland; TOWN OF WESTFIELD R. Foster, Jr. are married, and if married, the School in Scotch Plains were recently commended in the National Achievement demanded in the Complaint. INVITATION TO BID name of Veronica B. Coburn, Gwendolyn V. Treasurer, Glenn Mongold; Advo- You shall file your Answer and Proof of Scholarship Program. Pictured, left to right, are: Jermaine A. Hinds; Tiana N. Sealed proposals will be received by the Coburn; James R. Foster, Jr.’s spouse. If cate, John Appezzato; Inside Guards, Service in duplicate with the Clerk of the Mayes of Westfield, Ada C. Giles of Irvington, Sister Percylee Hart, Principal Mayor and Council of the Town of Westfield, Veronica B. Coburn, Gwendolyn V. Coburn; Superior Court, Hughes Justice Complex, of Union Catholic High School, Pascale Ferdinand of Watchung and Thomas C. Nicholas Capparelli and Robert Farr; New Jersey, on Monday, November 23, James R. Foster, Jr. are married, the plain- CN-971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, in Williams of Fanwood. Outside Guard, Kenneth Vincent; 1998 at 10:00 a.m. prevailing time at the tiff joins John Doe, husband of Veronica B. accordance with the Rules of Civil Practice Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, Coburn, John Doe, husband of Gwendolyn Trustees, Andrew MacDonald, and Procedure. Westfield, New Jersey for the following: V. Coburn; and Mrs. James R. Foster, Jr. as Charles Gates and Frank Russo. You are further advised that if you are Union Catholic HS Seniors One (1) 1999 Extended Cab Pick-up or a defendant for any possessory or marital unable to obtain an attorney you may com- The office of Chancellor has yet to Equivalent rights you may have. municate with the Lawyer Referral Service be elected. One (1) 1999 3 cubic yard Dump Truck YOU, Brisco Mortgage Co., Inc., are made of the county of venue and that if you cannot The council is looking for addi- w/snow plow or Equivalent a defendant in the above entitled action Commended in Program afford an attorney, you may communicate One (1) 1999 6 cubic yard Dump Truck because on October 16, 1992 you recorded tional members. The Knights of Co- with the Legal Services Office of the county with snow plow or Equivalent a Tax Sale Certificate No. 4632 for a debt of of venue. SCOTCH PLAINS — Union Catho- arship Qualifying Test. lumbus is a fraternal organization of One (1) 1999 John Deere 544H High $2,184.22, in Book 4664, Page 0049 in the The names and telephone numbers of lic High School (UCHS) in Scotch Plains The students have shown academic Catholic men 18 years of age or reach wheel loader or Equivalent Union County Clerk’s/Register’s Office. such agencies are as follows: promise and their names have been for- One (1) 1999 Skid Steer Loader or YOU, Lenhart & Mortimer Plumbing & has announced that five senior students older, who are in good standing with Lawyer Referral Service: 908-353-4715 Equivalent Heating, are made a defendant in the above participating in the National Achieve- warded to approximately 1,500 of the the Catholic Church. Legal Service: 908-354-4340 Proposals must be delivered at the place entitled action because on December 4, ment Scholarship Program have been nation’s regionally accredited four-year THIS ACTION has been instituted for the The Knights offer an insurance and before the hour above mentioned in a 1980, you entered a judgment for a debt of commended to United States colleges colleges and universities, enabling these purpose of foreclosing the following tax sale program for its members and depen- sealed envelope marked “Bids for Vehicles” $486.00 plus costs and interest in the Supe- schools to contact the students about certificate(s): and universities throughout the coun- bearing the Name and Address of the bid- rior Court of New Jersey, under Docket No. dents, college scholarships and fel- 1. A certain tax certificate 4690, recorded try. available educational opportunities, ac- der, addressed to the Town of Westfield, DJ-012026-80. lowship. on October 14, 1994, made by Mary According to Sister Percylee Hart, cording to Sister Percylee Hart. 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jer- YOU, Annis Fuel Oil Services, Inc., are N. Jones, Collector of Taxes of Town- Principal of Union Catholic, the hon- The National Achievement Scholar- For further information, please call sey, and must be in the office of the Pur- made a defendant in the above entitled ac- ship of Scotch Plains, and State of ship Program was initiated in 1964 and Mr. Lobosco at (908) 322-4512. chasing Agent on or before the hour named. tion because on December 23, 1986, you ored students include Tiana N. Mayes New Jersey to Township of Scotch Bids must be accompanied by a proposal entered a judgment for a debt of $692.57 of Westfield and Thomas C. Williams is a privately financed competition open Plains and subsequently assigned to guarantee in the form of certified check, plus costs and interest in the Superior Court of Fanwood, along with Pascale exclusively to black American high plaintiff, FUNB-Cust. for D.H. and cashier’s check or bid bond in an amount of of New Jersey, under Docket No. DJ- Ferdinand of Watchung and Ada C. school students. PUBLIC NOTICE Associate. This covers real estate 10% of the total bid, payable to the Town of 057820-86. located in the Township of Scotch Giles and Jermaine A. Hinds, both of WESTFIELD PLANNING BOARD Westfield. Each proposal must be accom- DONALD F. PHELAN Plains, County of Union, and State of Irvington. Notice is hereby given that the Westfield panied by a surety company certification CLERK OF THE SUPERIOR COURT PUBLIC NOTICE New Jersey, known as 2406 Hamlette The students scored in the top 5 per- Planning Board at its special meeting on stating that the said Surety company will OF NEW JERSEY Place, Block No. 720P, Lot No. 25, as cent of more than 100,000 black Ameri- NOTICE TO CREDITORS October 15, 1998 memorialized the follow- provide the bidder with the required perfor- ALLOCCA & PELLEGRINO shown on the Tax Assessment Map ESTATE OF JEAN J. DUNN, Deceased. ing Board action of October 5, 1998 re: mance bond in the full amount to be con- 4 Century Drive cans who requested consideration in the and Tax Map duplicate of Township Pursuant to the order of ANN P. CONTI, 98-18(v) ETTNOR PARTNERS, LLC tracted. Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 1999 Achievement Program when they of Scotch Plains. Surrogate of the County of Union, made on (APPLICANT), ETTNOR RE- Bidders must be in compliance with all 1 T – 11/5/98, The Leader Fee: $121.89 took the 1997 Preliminary Scholastic the 30th day of October, A.D., 1998, upon ALTY CO., INC. (OWNER), 574 provisions of Chapter 127 pl 1975 supple- YOU, Veronica B. Coburn, individually Assessment Test/National Merit Schol- the application of the undersigned, as Ex- SPRINGFIELD AVENUE, ment for the law against discrimination (Af- ecutor of the estate of said deceased, notice BLOCK NO. 1701, LOT NO. 8, firmative Action). Bidders statement of Own- PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given to the creditors of said de- FINAL SITE PLAN APPROVAL ership, as required by Chapter 33 of the ceased to exhibit to the subscriber under TO CONSTRUCT A TWO Public Laws of 1977, must be submitted TOWN OF WESTFIELD oath or affirmation their claims and demands STORY ADDITION TO AN EX- with all bids. DEGNAN BOYLE INVITATION TO BID against the estate of said deceased within ISTING TWO STORY OFFICE Specifications and proposal forms can be SEALED BIDS WILL BE RECEIVED BY six months from the date of said order, or BUILDING AND TO MODIFY examined and procured at the office of the THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE they will be forever barred from prosecuting THE EXISTING PARKING LOT Purchasing Agent, 425 East Broad Street, TOWN OF WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY or recovering the same against the sub- AND ENTRANCE – approved. Westfield, New Jersey 07090. Monday 2X7 ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 1998 AT scriber. and through Friday between the hours of 8:30 10:00 A.M. PREVAILING TIME IN THE First Union National Bank memorialization of Board action of October a.m. and 4:30 p.m. COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT THE MUNICI- Executor 15, 1998 re: The Mayor and Council reserve the right PAL BUILDING, 425 EAST BROAD Cowen & Grinch, Attorneys JAMES AND KAREN SURGENT AND J to reject any and all bids, also waive any STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY One University Plaza & K DEVELOPMENT CO., INC., BLOCK informality if it is deemed advisable so to do. TO FURNISH AND DELIVER TO THE Suite 405 NO. 3204, LOT NO. 16, SOUTH AVENUE Marianne K. Horta PUBLIC WORKS CENTER, 959 NORTH Hackensack, New Jersey 07601 EAST, MINOR SITE PLAN – approved. Purchasing Agent AVENUE WEST: 1 T – 11/5/98, The Leader Fee: $19.89 1 T – 11/5/98, The Leader Fee: $21.93 1 T – 11/5/98, The Leader Fee: $45.90 70,000 GALLONS, MORE OR LESS, OF UNLEADED GASO- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE LINE FROM JANUARY 1, 1999 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, TOWN OF WESTFIELD 1999 INVITATION TO BID Sealed proposals will be received by the Town of Westfield in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad Street, 25,000 GALLONS, MORE OR LESS, OF NO. 2-D DIESEL Westfield, New Jersey, at 10:00 AM prevailing time on Monday, November 23, 1998 for the “THE DOWNTOWN WESTFIELD SIGNAGE PROGRAM WITHIN THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY”. FUEL OIL FROM JANUARY 1, The work under this Proposal includes the furnishing of all labor, materials and equipment necessary to complete the work as shown on 1999 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 1999 the Contract Drawings and described in the Contract Specifications, and Proposals shall be in accordance with such Drawings and Specifications and the terms proposed in the Contract. PROPOSALS MAY BE DELIVERED AT The items under this contract include the furnishing of the following signs and related items for the Westfield Special Improvement District THE PLACE AND BEFORE THE HOUR (SID): ABOVE MENTIONED AND MUST BE ITEM SIZE QUANTITY ACCOMPANIED BY A CERTIFIED 1. Trailblazer 24” X 30” 20 CHECK, OR BID BOND, MADE PAYABLE 2. Welcome To Downtown 24” X 30” 12 TO THE ORDER OF THE TREASURER 3. Parking, (Directional) 30” X 30” 22 OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD IN AN 4. Parking, (Entrance) 30” X 30” 34 AMOUNT EQUAL TO AT LEAST TEN 5. Arrow Signs, (Circular): a) Blue Arrow On Buff 18” Diam. 20 PERCENT (10%) OF THE BASE AMOUNT b) Buff Arrow On Blue 18” Diam. 56 OF THE BID. EACH PROPOSAL MUST 6. Street Signs, (Overhead) 18” X 48” 21 ALSO BE ACCOMPANIED BY A SURETY 7. Street Signs, (Pole-Mounted) 6” X 24” 61 COMPANY CERTIFICATION STATING 8. Signposts, Square With Finial Caps, Aluminum, Painted 3” X 3” X 12’ 88 THAT SAID SURETY COMPANY WILL 9. Signposts Installation: a) Sidewalk Area —— 32 PROVIDE THE BIDDER WITH THE RE- b) Grass Area —— 56 QUIRED PERFORMANCE BOND IN THE ALTERNATE ITEM No. 8 FULL AMOUNT OF THE CONTRACT. 8A. Signposts, Square With Finial Caps, Galvanized Steel, Painted 3” X 3” X 12’ 88 BIDDERS MUST BE IN COMPLIANCE All signs shall be 0.080” thick aluminum with reflective sheeting and shall conform to the N.J.D.O.T. Standard Specifications for Road WITH ALL PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER and Bridge construction. The design and color of the signs shall conform to color renderings on file in the Town Engineer’s Office. The 127 PL 1975, SUPPLEMENT TO THE LAW successful bidder will be required to furnish a sample sign to verify design and color. AGAINST DISCRIMINATION (AFFIRMA- The above items shall be delivered to the Westfield Department of Public Works within forty-five (45) days of the Notice to Proceed. TIVE ACTION). Proposals shall be in writing on the forms furnished and must be delivered at the place and before the hour above mentioned, and must SPECIFICATIONS AND PROPOSAL be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond payable to the Town of Westfield in an amount equal to at least ten percent (10%) of the FORM MAY BE EXAMINED AND PRO- base amount of the bid, but not less than $500.00 nor more than $20,000.00. Each bid must also be accompanied by a Surety Company CURED AT THE OFFICE OF THE TOWN Certificate stating that said Surety company will provide the bidder with the required Performance bond in the full amount of the Contract, ENGEINEER, PUBLIC WORKS CENTER, by a Non-Collusion Affidavit and a Contractor’s Qualification Statement, Statement of ownership, on the forms included in and explained 959 NORTH AVENUE, WEST, in the contract documents. WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY. Bidders must be in compliance with all provisions of Chapter 127 P.L. 1975 supplement to the law against discrimination (Affirmative THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL RESERVE Action) and must pay workmen the prevailing wage rates promulgated by the New Jersey State Department of Labor and Industry for this THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL project, copies of which are on file in the Office of the Town Engineer. BIDS AND TO WAIVE ANY INFORMAL- Plans and specifications may be seen or procured at the office of the Town Engineer, Public Works Center, 959 North Avenue West, ITY, IF IT IS DEEMED ADVISABLE TO DO Westfield, New Jersey. The Mayor and Council reserve the right to reject any bid, and to waive any informality in any bid, if in the interest SO. of the Town, it is deemed advisable to do so. KENNETH B. MARSH Kenneth B. Marsh TOWN ENGINEER Town Engineer 1 T – 11/5/98, The Leader Fee: $49.47 1 T – 11/5/98, The Leader Fee: $108.63 Page 20 Thursday, November 5, 1998 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Art Association to Feature Anatomic Body Painting WESTFIELD — Minerva Durham, from 1981 to 1991. Director of Spring Studio in New York In 1992, she started her own drawing City and an instructor of anatomy for studio in SoHo. In the summer of 1997, artists, will present a figure-drawing she taught drawing at the International demonstration sponsored by the Westfield Art School of Loule, Portugal, and plans Art Association. to return there in 1999. Entitled “Anatomic Body Painting,” During the program on Sunday, Ms. the program will be held on Sunday, Durham will paint one side of Mr. Aviles’ November 8, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the body and leave the other side for com- Westfield Community Room at 425 East parison. She will also demonstrate with Broad Street in Westfield. charcoal on paper both anatomic struc- She will use the skin of model/dancer tures and gestural drawings of the model Arthur Aviles as the canvas for her acryl- taking quick poses. ics, to create a life-sized, three-dimen- Participants are invited to bring sketch sional illustration of the muscles and pads for drawing from the model. All tendons that affect the external human Westfield Art Association demonstrations form. are free and open to the public. ACCEPTING DONATIONS Oratory Prep School Fashion Show committee Ms. Durham studied painting at For information, please call Associa- members accept a donation from Craig Bedrosian of Bedrosian Carpets of Washington University in St. Louis, tion President Barbara Schwinn at (908) Summit. Pictured, left to right, are: Event Co-Chairwoman Anna McGinn, ANCHORS AWAY Parents and teacher volunteers of Washington Elemen- Missouri. She taught anatomy and fig- 232-7058 or Linda Kolar at (908) 233- Auction Co-Chairwoman Antoinette Iannella, Decorations Chairwoman Chris- tary School in Westfield recently presented a preview of “Houligan’s Island,” a ure drawing in the Department of Illus- 2393. Ms. Durham may be reached at tine Zeinoun, Mr. Bedrosian and Event Co-Chairwoman Katherine Steciuk. musical comedy to be performed in February as the 51st annual fundraiser for tration at the Parsons School of Design Spring Studio by calling (212) 226-7240. the school. Pictured, left to right, are the writers of the play: Dianne Mroz, Mary Jane Gismondi, and Ruth Materek. Oratory Prep Guild Prepares Washington Elementary Fall Luncheon, Fashion Show The Oratory Prep Parents’ Guild Fall First prize, a six-day deluxe Colorado Luncheon and Fashion Show will be vacation with airfare for two; second Holds Pot Luck Supper held this Sunday, November 8, at the prize, an 18-carat gold necklace and brace- Short Hills Hilton beginning at noon. let studded with diamonds, and third WESTFIELD — Parents and teachers volunteers and serves as the school’s The annual event, featuring the theme prize, United Airline tickets to London attending the recent Pot Luck Supper at only fundraiser. Performances are sched- “A Touch of Class,” is the major for two. Washington Elementary School in uled for Friday and Saturday, February 5 fundraiser of the year for the Catholic Among the gift items for the on-premise Westfield were treated to a preview of and 6, 1999, at Roosevelt Intermediate boys’ school in Summit. auctions are a needlepoint rug donated this year’s play, “Houligan’s Island,” a School in Westfield. The show is being A committee comprised of more than by Bedrosian Carpets in Summit. musical comedy, which was written by directed by Joe Materek and Laurie 30 school parents has been organized to Also included in this year’s Silent Mary Jane Gismondi, Ruth Materek, Porchetta. coordinate the luncheon, fashion show, Auction are a collectable hand-crafted and Dianne Mroz. The Hospitality Committee was lead gift auctions and raffles. doll room, a portrait by The Image Maker The parents performing in this year’s by Dolores LiSooey who coordinated the Proceeds from recent luncheons have of Berkeley Heights, a basket of eight or skit included Pat Baeder, Pat Burkhardt, event. Committee members included been used to purchase transportation more exclusive Beanie Babies, and a Kathy and Rich Carlson, Nancy Connolly, Mindi Forgash, Ms. Krasnoo, Elizabeth vans for academic and athletic events, weekend package to New York City. Allen Dunstan, Claude Fusco, Tom Garry, Scollon, and Marti Vendetti. computers for the media center, and a Please call the school at (908) 273- Nick Gismondi, Michelle Heffernan, Cast tryouts will be held on Sunday, stage curtain for the auditorium of the 1084, Extension No. 10, for information Linda Krasnoo, Bill and Gail Ludlum, November 8, at 5 p.m. at the home of school. concerning attendance and raffle pur- MaryAnne Markowski, Joe Materek, Ms. Ms. Heffernan. Ms. Heffernan, Mary Items for the special raffle include: chases. Mroz, and James and Janet Seip. Ann Kent and Ms. Swadosh will handle Others were Chris Storcks, Patti the production. BODY PAINTING The Westfield Art Association will host “Anatomic Body Swadosh, and George and Linda Thayer. The dance placements will be held on Painting,” a demonstration of anatomy and figure drawing, on Sunday, Novem- Elm Tree Gallery to Present Ed Warner, playing the piano, provided Tuesday, November 24, from 7 to 9 p.m. ber 8, at 2 p.m. in the Westfield Community Room, 425 East Broad Street in the musical direction. at the Roosevelt Intermediate School stage Westfield. Pictured are: Minerva Durham, Director of the Spring Studio of New The show, now in it’s 51st year, is put in Westfield. This year’s choreographers York City, and model and professional dancer Arthur Aviles, on whose body she Exhibit by Tony Nogueira together entirely by parent and teacher are Ms. Baeder and Ms. Mroz. will illustrate anatomic structures. WESTFIELD — Elm Tree Gallery, of becoming an artist, Mr. Nogueira even- located at 116 Elm Street in Westfield, tually became a wheelchair racer as well. will host a solo exhibition by artist Tony He has participated in the 1992 and 1996 Nogueira on Friday, November 20, from Paralympics, and each year competes in BURGDORF 7 to 10 p.m. road races around the world. Just three years after leaving his na- The artist, known for pastel scenes of tive Portugal for America, Mr. Nogueira his homeland, is also an accomplished 4X13½ found his life changed and challenged potter. after becoming a paraplegic in an acci- For more information on the Elm Tree dent in 1987. Gallery exhibit, please call (908) 233- Returning to school to pursue his dream 6118. JOE MANINO 2X4

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Neighborhood Council PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE HELP WANTED SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY PARAGANO WESTFIELD LLC NOW HIRING Mature women to watch my chil- Plans Bridge Lessons CHANCERY DIVISION TAKE NOTICE THAT PARAGANO dren P/T at my home in Westfield. UNION COUNTY DOCKET NO. WESTFIELD LLC AT 899 MOUNTAIN Occasional evenings or weekend F-12621-98 AVENUE, SPRINGFIELD, NEW JERSEY • Make Friends WESTFIELD — The Westfield hours. Please call after 7:00 p.m. NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANTS 07081, HAS FILED AN APPLICATION FOR Neighborhood Council, located at STREAM ENCROACHMENT TO THE (908) 233-8418 127 Cacciola Place, has scheduled STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: LAND USE REGULATION PROGRAM, • Make Money lessons in bridge for beginners on HENRY SMITH AND STROSSIE SMITH, NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF ENVI- HELP WANTED HIS WIFE; AMRE FINANCIAL SERVICES; RONMENTAL PROTECTION. THE AP- Tuesday, November 10, at 12:30 PAUL A. DEERY; I. SCHACHMAN ELEC- PLICATION REQUESTS ISSUANCE OF • Have Fun p.m., and for intermediate level TRICAL SERVICE, INC. A STREAM ENCROACHMENT PERMIT CHILD CARE Part-Time, Mondays & Wednes- players on Thursday, November 12, YOU ARE HEREBY summoned and re- FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A 3-STORY Excellent benefits, flexible scheduling, great at 1 p.m. quired to serve upon ALLOCCA & OFFICE BUILDING OFF OF CARDINAL days, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 8-month Sylvia Ballat will be the instruc- PELLEGRINO, P.C., Attorneys for Plaintiff, DRIVE IN THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD. work enviornment. Come join our team! old/3-year old. whose address is 4 Century Drive, ANYONE MAY COMMENT ON THE (908) 317-8205 tor for beginner level players, while Parsippany, New Jersey 07054, an Answer PROJECT BY WRITING TO: Shirley Way will instruct those on to the Complaint and Amendments to Com- DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMEN- HELP WANTED plaint (if any) filed in a Civil Action in which TAL PROTECTION Bussers, Host/Hostess, Waiter/Waitress the intermediate level. Beginner LAND USE REGULATION PROGRAM lessons are free. There will be a FUNB-Cust. D.H. & Assoc. is plaintiff and Henry Smith and Strossie Smith, his wife, CN 401 Full and part time. CHILD CARE nominal fee for intermediate les- et. als., are defendants, pending in the Su- TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08625 Apply in person Westfield family seeks an ener- sons. perior Court of New Jersey, within 35 days THIS NOTICE IS FILED PURSUANT getic & enthusiastic person for part- Class size is limited. For more after November 5, 1998, exclusive of such TO NJSA 7:13-5.3. COMMENTS SHOULD TGI Friday’s • Blue Star Shopping Center• Watchung time child care. Tuesdays & Thurs- date. BE SENT WITHIN 15 DAYS OF PUBLI- information, please call Dorothy CATION OF THIS LETTER. COMMENTS days, from 3 to 8 p.m. to care for 2 If you fail to do so, Judgment by Default HELP WANTED Kirkley at (908) 654-3813, or the may be rendered against you for the relief SHOULD REFERENCE THE PROJECT HELP WANTED children, ages 5 & 8. Additional council office at (908) 233-2772. demanded in the Complaint. NAME – “WESTFIELD CORPORATE days/hours possible. Car required. CENTER”. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED RECEPTIONIST The Westfield Neighborhood You shall file your Answer and Proof of Call Meg (908) 654-0446 Service in duplicate with the Clerk of the 1 T – 11/5/98, The Leader Fee: $26.01 Westfield Rescue Squad seeks PART TIME Council is a private, non-profit, Superior Court, Hughes Justice Complex, trainees for Emergency Medical An immediate opening is avail- HELP WANTED community-based social service or- CN-971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, in Technicians. Valid NJ Driver’s Lic. able for a professional Recep- ganization which offers educational accordance with the Rules of Civil Practice PUBLIC NOTICE req. Min., 4 hrs./wk. tionist to work with our leading GAS ATTENDANT and direct hands-on outreach pro- and Procedure. You are further advised that if you are SHERIFF’S SALE * * * * * engineering firm. We require a Full time. Day shift. Apply in per- grams for people of all ages. unable to obtain an attorney you may com- son to: Benhams Garage SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. personable well-groomed indi- municate with the Lawyer Referral Service CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, 414 Springfield Avenue Min. 2 hrs./wk. All training pro- vidual who can meet and greet of the county of venue and that if you cannot DOCKET NO. F-19359-97. Berkeley Heights afford an attorney, you may communicate vided. customers and suppliers on a CONTIMORTGAGE CORPORATION, (908) 464-1395 Nature Club Schedules with the Legal Services Office of the county PLAINTIFF vs. RALPH JONES, BERNISE Call Miki Leitner professional basis. Work hours of venue. SIZEMORE, GRADY SIZEMORE, HER (908) 233-2501 are 8am-12pm, Monday - Fri- HELP WANTED The names and telephone numbers of HUSBAND, ET AL., DEFENDANT. day. Some basic computer skills November 10 Meeting such agencies are as follows: CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Lawyer Referral Service: 908-353-4715 in Microsoft Word. SCHOOL BUS AIDE SCOTCH PLAINS — The DATED AUGUST 31, 1998 FOR SALE OF BANKING 4-6 hours per day AM & PM, $8/ Greater Watchung Nature Club Legal Service: 908-354-4340 MORTGAGED PREMISES. Please send resumé to THIS ACTION has been instituted for the By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- hr. for Special Education students. will meet on Tuesday, Novem- TELLERS & Westfield Leader - Box C purpose of foreclosing the following tax sale ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale PERSONAL BANKING PO Box 250 Call William Schaarschmidt 908- ber 10, at 8 p.m. in the base- certificate(s): by public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the 233-9317 x12. Westfield. AAEOE ment meeting room of the REPRESENTATIVES Westfield, NJ 07091-0250 1. A certain tax certificate 95-442, re- EOE Scotch Plains Public Library, corded on May 9, 1995, made by Sally Union County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Full & Part-Time Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey on APARTMENT FOR RENT 1927 Bartle Avenue in Scotch A. DiRini, Collector of Taxes of City of Plainfield, and State of New Jersey to WEDNESDAY THE 2ND DAY OF At PNC Bank we know that your Garwood – 4 Rooms, 2nd fl. busi- Plains. City of Plainfield and subsequently DECEMBER A.D., 1998 at two o’clock in HELP WANTED the afternoon of said day. All successful time is valuable, so call one of ness area – heat & hot water The program, given by Chris assigned to plaintiff, FUNB Cust. D.H. Williams, who is affiliated with & Assoc. This covers real estate lo- bidders must have 20% of their bid available our MACHINE OPERATOR & included. No pets. $800/mth. cated in the City of Plainfield, County in cash or certified check at the conclusion STOCK ROOM CLERK Call (908) 754-0755 the Somerset Naturalists, will of the sales. of Union, and State of New Jersey, JOB INTERVIEW be entitled “Fluttering Gems of The judgment amount is $133,932.22. Two positions immediately avail- New Jersey.” known as 118-20 Berckman Street, HOTLINES RENTAL WANTED Block No. 326, Lot No. 12, as shown 24 hours a day able at Accurate Bushing Com- Mr. Williams will present on the Tax Assessment Map and Tax PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED pany, a leading NJ-based manu- Family seeking 2/3 bedroom slides to help identify various Map duplicate of City of Plainfield. IN: City of Elizabeth, County of Union, in the 7 days a week facturer of bearings. State of New Jersey. house/apartment in Westfield in butterflies of New Jersey. He PREMISES COMMONLY KNOWN AS: For positions in December/January time frame. will also discuss food plants YOU, Henry Smith and Strossie Smith, Machine Operator: Light machin- are made defendants because you are the 555-561 Bond Street. Bergen, Hudson, ing, lathe work, drilling, etc. Call 908-756-4036. No brokers preferred by each species. owners of a property which is the subject of TAX LOT NO. 1, BLOCK NO. 880. Essex, Sussex, please. On Saturday, November 14, the above entitled action. APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: 67.80 x Passaic, Morris Stock Room: Lifting, shipping, YOU, Amre Financial Services, are made 100. assembly work, computer knowl- FOR SALE the club will sponsor a trip to NEAREST CROSS STREET: SIXTH & Warren counties. the Brigantine National Wild- a defendant in the above entitled action edge. because on April 28, 1994, you filed a Fi- STREET. (973) 881-5452 13-year-old Pianola player piano life Refuge to view fall shore- nancing Statement No. 555 in the Union A FULL LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE Competitive start pay, benefits. with bench and rolls – $2,200 or birds, waterfowl, and waders. County Clerk’s/Register’s Office. PREMISES CAN BE FOUND IN THE OF- For positions in, Essex, FICE OF THE SHERIFF OF UNION Hunterdon, Mercer, Interested applicants, send best offer. Excellent Condition. The group will meet at the far COUNTY. resumé to: Please Call (908) 789-0598 end of the Bradlees parking YOU, Paul A. Deery, are made a defen- Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, dant in the above entitled action because on There is due approximately the sum of Somerset & Union counties. Accurate Bushing Company lot in Clark for carpooling at December 7, 1979, you entered a Judgment $137,456.63 together with lawful interest RUMMAGE SALE 7 a.m. for a debt of $7,500.00 plus costs in the and costs. (732) 220-4427 Attn: HR Coordinator A second meeting place is at Superior Court of New Jersey, under Docket 443 North Avenue GIGANTIC RUMMAGE SALE No. J-004563-79. There is a full legal description on file in We will get back to you within 24 Garwood, NJ 07027 Friday 11/13, 9:30am – 4:00pm the Garden State Parkway rest the Union County Sheriff’s Office. stop (off express lanes) just be- YOU, I. Schachman Electrical Service, The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn hours if you are not able to speak or stop by for application. No phone calls please. Saturday, 11/14 yond the Raritan toll booth at Inc., are made a defendant in the above this sale. with a Human Resources Rep- 9:30am – 11:30am - Bag Day 7:30 a.m. entitled action because on July 25, 1980, RALPH FROEHLICH resentative directly. We offer EOE - M/F/H/V An alternate meeting place you entered a Judgment for a debt of $323.00 SHERIFF flexible schedules, tuition reim- St. Paul’s Episcopal Church plus costs in the Superior Court of New PARKER, MCCAY & CRISCUOLO HELP WANTED 414 East Broad St., Westfield will be at Brigantine at 9 a.m. Jersey, under Docket No. DJ-042982-79. (CHERRY HILL), Attorney bursement, a professional work Participants are advised to dress DONALD F. PHELAN Suite 500 environment and much more. Mortgage loan officer needed AUTOMOBILE FOR SALE warmly, and to bring binocu- CLERK OF THE SUPERIOR COURT 1701 Route 70 East We are an Equal Opportunity for a bank in Union County. OF NEW JERSEY P.O. Box 1806 Drug/Smoke-Free Employer. m/ ’97 Mercedes Benz C280. Winter lars and lunch for this full-day ALLOCCA & PELLEGRINO Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 Salary plus commission. Excel- trip. 4 Century Drive CH-754081 (WL) f/d/v/so. lent growth opportunities. Some package, CD player, sunroof, ga- Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 4 T - 11/5, 11/12, experience required. rage kept, mint condition. 25,200 1 T – 11/5/98, The Leader Fee: $72.93 11/19 & 11/26/98 Fee: $183.60 PNCBank miles, $31,000. Fax resumé to (888) 248-4910 Call (908) 272-0156 COLDWELL 6X10½ Page 2 Thursday, November 5, 1998 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Willow Grove Pre-School Celebrates 15th Anniversary SCOTCH PLAINS - Willow by the Willow Grove Presbyterian Grove Pre-School at Willow Grove Church and the school is licensed by Presbyterian Church on Raritan the State of New Jersey. Road in Scotch Plains recently cel- For additional information, please ebrated its 15th anniversary. call Mrs. Calello at (908) 232-7117. The school was founded in 1983 and its population is drawn from Fanwood, Scotch Plains, Westfield, Revolution Group Plans Clark, Edison and the Plainfields. Meeting for Tuesday According to Director Kathy Calello, while the school works hard WESTFIELD — The West to bring new students into the fold, Fields Chapter of the Sons of the it is equally proud of the “repeat American Revolution will meet business” generated by families with on Tuesday, November 10, at multiple children. Over the years, 7:30 p.m. in the Community the school has served approximately Room of the Westfield Munici- FUTURE FARMERS Students from the Westfield Coop Nursery School’s pal Building, 425 East Broad “Four Plus” class recently enjoyed a trip to Hillview Farms, where they picked 500 families. The school serves children two- Street. apples and pumpkins and watched cider being made. The school sponsors Christopher A. Beck, the FLOWER FINERY Members of the Rake and Hoe Garden Club display the different activities such as visits to the fire station, post office and other nearby and-a-half to age. Two morning awards and trophies the club received during the 1997-1998 year. These awards field trips. Westfield Coop Nursery School is located at the First Congregational classes are available for the 3 and 3 chapter’s First Vice President, will present a program about the were originally presented during the club’s June Awards Luncheon. Pictured, Church, 125 Elmer Street. For more information, please call (908) 233-4501. and-under classes; three mornings left to right, are: Karyn Tate, Margaret Sailer, Anna Daurio, Shirley Carr and for the 4-year olds; and four after- influences of the American Revo- Kris Luka. noon classes for the children over 4 lution on South American revo- Saint Barnabas Lists Dates years are also available. lutionary conflicts and how they Parent participation in classroom evolved. Rake and Hoe Members Earn activities and field trips is encour- A graduate of Roanoke Col- For Programs in November lege in Salem, Virginia, Mr. Beck aged. Teachers and directors are State Garden Club Awards available to meet with parents at majored in history, economics for participants to share experiences and Spanish. He is affiliated with Saint Barnabas Medical Center in any time during the year. WESTFIELD — The Rake and Livingston has announced the dates for and self-help techniques regarding lung the Yasuda Insurance Company, tional “Agnes Eggimann Award” for Back to School Night and parent/ Hoe Garden Club of Westfield re- outstanding achievement was given several informational support group disease. For more information, please teacher conferences offer two op- serving as a Cargo Claims Spe- meetings and events in November. call (973) 322-8926. cialist. ceived several awards and trophies to member Karyn Tate for her direc- Parenting Insights, during which new On Wednesday, November 18, the portunities to answer parents’ ques- during its June Award Luncheon. tion of the clubs’ “Fall Flowers, Fun tions and to discuss children’s Membership in the Sons of the parents will have an opportunity to Breast Cancer Support Group will meet American Revolution is open to The National Council of State and Fancy” program and fundraiser exchange ideas on baby care and ask from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Cancer Center progress. Garden Clubs presented the club with held last year at the Baltusrol Coun- Free play, art activities, discus- any man who is a lineal descen- questions of Saint Barnabas’ obstetri- Conference Room on the second floor dant from a man or woman who the prestigious Flower Show Award try Club. cal nursing team, will take place on of the East Wing Building. sion time, snack, music, large muscle trophy for its “Springtime in The Rake and Hoe Garden Club is play, chapel and story time occupy served in the cause of American Tuesdays, November 10, 17 and 24, The group, which is open to women Independence as a soldier, sailor, Westfield” flower show held last a not-for-profit organization dedi- from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Solarium currently receiving treatment for breast children during their school day. April. cated to the education of garden re- cancer, offers support and practical in- Willow Grove is a non-profit marine or civil officer. The chap- on Unit No. 3300 at the center. ter meeting is open to the public. In addition, the club received the lated topics on both personal and Newborns in car seats or strollers are formation on issues specific to breast Christian nursery school sponsored Horticultural Division Silver Bowl community levels. welcome, and refreshments will be cancer. For more information, please and the Finest Standard Flower Show served. For reservations and informa- call (973) 322-8414. Silver Cup trophies from the Garden tion, please call Maternal Child Health On Saturday, November 7, from 8:15 ‘A Season of Change’ Slated Clubs of New Jersey (GCNJ) for the Roosevelt Intermediate at (973) 322-5000 at Extension No. 2584. a.m. to 1 p.m., a seminar on heart dis- same flower show. Better Breathers Club, focusing on ease will be held at the Joslin Center for Individual members of Rake and To Host Forum About lung disease, will be held tomorrow, Diabetes at the Saint Barnabas Ambu- Hoe also received awards from GCNJ. Friday, November 6, from 2 to 3 p.m. in latory Care Center, 200 South Orange At Miller-Cory House Museum School-to-Work Effort Avenue in Livingston, across from the Kay Cross won a trophy for directing Classroom “C” on the ground floor of WESTFIELD — The Miller-Cory the center. will meet to discuss lung Livingston Mall. Season of Change” this Sunday, No- the Highest Rated Standard Flower WESTFIELD - On Monday, No- disease. For more information and to register, House Museum, 614 Mountain Av- vember 8, from 2 to 5 p.m. Show, and Linda Parker received the vember 9, at 7 p.m. at the Roosevelt The group will offer the opportunity please call (973) 322-7200. enue in Westfield, will feature “A Museum volunteers dressed in pe- Finest Standard Flower Show Sched- Intermediate School cafeteria on riod costumes will take visitors back ule Award. Clark Street in Westfield, a public in time as they play Miller family In addition, Margaret Sailer was PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE forum will be held regarding the members, preparing for the long win- given the Arboreal Award, Seena School to Work Initiative, which is SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY You are further advised that if you are Prunty, deceased, dated November 29, ter. Brown won the Creativity Award, aligned with the New Jersey Core CHANCERY DIVISION unable to obtain an attorney you may com- 1977, and recorded in the Union County Early Americans had to plan care- Kris Luka received the Horticultural Curriculum Content Standards. UNION COUNTY DOCKET NO. municate with the Lawyer Referral Service Clerk’s/Register’s Office on November 29, fully to insure an adequate food sup- Excellence Award, and Anna Daurio The forum will allow participants F-6080-98 of the county of venue and that if you cannot 1977, in Deed Book 3125, page 413. Said afford an attorney, you may communicate Thomas Prunty died intestate on October 2, ply and protection from the long, won the Petite Award for their en- to learn about the following state NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANTS with the Legal Services Office of the county 1981. Upon information and belief, Howard dark and cold weather ahead, ac- tries in the flower show. requirements: “Mandatory work ex- STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: of venue. H. Prunty, Vince Prunty, Irene Cousin, Ellen cording to museum spokeswoman There were also two Youth Awards, periences” (N.J.A.C. 6A:6-4-2), and FLOSSIE PRUNTY AND JOHN DOE, HUS- The names and telephone numbers of Holt and Mary Ann Carter were the heirs and Dorothy Petrein. one presented to Bethany Carr for “All students must meet requirements BAND OF FLOSSIE PRUNTY, SAID NAME such agencies are as follows: next of kin to Thomas W. Prunty. On Sep- JOHN DOE BEING FICTITIOUS; VINCE Lawyer Referral Service: 908-353-4715 tember 26, 1986, Howard H. Prunty died Members of the museum’s Cook- the Design Division, and the other to for state endorsed diploma and skills PRUNTY AND MRS. VINCE PRUNTY, Legal Service: 908-354-4340 intestate leaving a widow, Flossie Prunty. ing Committee will demonstrate food Kelly Schmidt for Horticultural Di- certificate” (N.J.AC. 6A:6-5-2). WIFE OF VINCE PRUNTY; IRENE THIS ACTION has been instituted for the Accordingly, Flossie Prunty, Vince Prunty, preservation, such as salting, pick- vision. A question and answer period will COUSIN AND JOHN DOE, HUSBAND OF purpose of foreclosing the following tax sale Irene Cousin, Ellen Holt and Mary Ann Carter ling, and drying. Visitors will be able Rake and Hoe’s intra-organiza- follow the forum. IRENE COUSIN, SAID NAME JOHN DOE certificate(s): are joined as defendants herein. Said Louise BEING FICTITIOUS; ELLEN HOLT AND 1. A certain tax certificate 4691, recorded Crisp died intestate on November 27, 1982 to enjoy food in the Frazee Building. JOHN DOE, HUSBAND OF ELLEN HOLT, on October 14, 1994, made by Mary in the County of Union in the State of New The museum’s gift shop offers a SAID NAME JOHN DOE BEING FICTI- N. Jones, Collector of Taxes of Town- Jersey. Mary Ellen Green was appointed variety of Colonial-era reproductions, TIOUS; MARY ANN CARTER AND JOHN ship of Scotch Plains, and State of Administratrix of the Estate of Louise Crisp. teas, cookbooks, and crafts. Thrift Shop Announces DOE, HUSBAND OF MARY ANN New Jersey to Township of Scotch According to the Application for Administra- CARTER, SAID NAME JOHN DOE BE- Plains and subsequently assigned to tion dated December 3, 1982 and recorded Admission is $2 for adults, 50 cents ING FICTITIOUS; MARY ELLEN GREEN, plaintiff, FUNB-Cust. for D.H. and under Docket No. H-7-93 at the Union County for students, and children under six Election Week Sales ADMINISTRATRIX OF THE ESTATE OF Assoc. This covers real estate lo- Surrogate’s Office, said Louise Crisp was years old are admitted free. LOUISE CRISP AND MARY ELLEN cated in the Township of Scotch survived by the following heirs at law and For information about the museum SCOTCH PLAINS - The Thrift of a turkey dinner on Thursday, No- GREEN, INDIVIDUALLY; JOHN DOE, Plains, County of Union, and State of next to kin: Mary Ellen Green (daughter), Shop, located at 1730 East Second vember 19. HUSBAND OF MARY ELLEN GREEN, New Jersey, known as 737 Jerusa- Marvin Crisp (son), Doris McKeon (daugh- and its schedule of events, please call SAID NAME JOHN DOE BEING FICTI- lem Road, Block No. 6201, Lot No. ter), Percy Crisp II (son) and Herbert Crisp (908) 232-1776. Street on the corner of Willow Av- Shop hours are Tuesday through TIOUS; MARVIN CRISP AND MRS. 12, as shown on the Tax Assessment (son). Accordingly, Mary Ellen Green as enue in Scotch Plains, is holding an Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and MARVIN CRISP, WIFE OF MARVIN Map and Tax Map duplicate of Town- Administratrix of the Estate of Louise Crisp election week sale featuring clothes Friday and Saturday hours are 10 CRISP; DORIS MCKEON AND JOHN ship of Scotch Plains. and Mary Ellen Green, individually, Doris Local Dramatic Club for the entire family, and home and a.m. to 1 p.m. DOE, HUSBAND OF DORIS MCKEON, YOU, Flossie Prunty and JOHN DOE, McKeon, Percy Crisp II and Herbert Crisp SAID NAME JOHN DOE BEING FICTI- husband of Flossie Prunty, said name JOHN are joined as defendants herein. Plaintiff Announces Fundraiser kitchen needs from a large assort- For more information, please call TIOUS; PERCY CRISP II AND MRS. DOE being fictitious; Vince Prunty and Mrs. has been unable to determine whether de- ment of donations. the shop’s hotline at (908) 322-5420. PERCY CRISP II, WIFE OF PERCY CRISP Vince Prunty, wife of Vince Prunty; Irene fendants Flossie Prunty, Vince Prunty, Irene The Cranford Dramatic Club The shop features ladies, fine de- II; HERBERT CRISP AND MRS. Cousin and JOHN DOE, husband of Irene Cousin, Ellen Holt, Mary Ann Carter, Mary signer and classic clothes, dresses, HERBERT CRISP, WIFE OF HERBERT Cousin, said name JOHN DOE being ficti- Ellen Green, Marvin Crisp, Doris McKeon, (CDC), located at 78 Winans Avenue Welcome Wagon Club CRISP tious; Ellen Holt and JOHN DOE, husband Percy Crisp II, Herbert Crisp are married, in Cranford, will hold a special suits, slacks, shoes, tops, sweaters, of Ellen Holt, said name JOHN DOE being and if married, the names of their spouses. blouses, jeans, fall and winter coats, YOU ARE HEREBY summoned and re- fundraiser entitled “Sam Clemens Plans New Member Coffee fictitious; Mary Ann Carter and JOHN DOE, Therefore, it joins John Doe, husband of quired to serve upon ALLOCCA & and The Real Mark Twain” tomor- leather coats and furs, scarves, gloves, husband of Mary Ann Carter, said name Flossie Prunty, said name John Doe being The Welcome Wagon Club of PELLEGRINO, P.C., Attorneys for Plaintiff, and mittens. JOHN DOE being fictitious; Mary Ellen fictitious, Mrs. Vince Prunty, wife of Vince row and Saturday, November 6 and Westfield will hold a new member whose address is 4 Century Drive, Green, Administratrix of the Estate of Louise Prunty, John Doe, husband of Irene Cousin, 7, at 8 p.m. Girls clothes in varied sizes in- Parsippany, New Jersey 07054, an Answer coffee on Monday, November 16. Crisp and Mary Ellen Green, individually; said name John Doe being fictitious, John cluding sweaters, jackets, pants, to the Complaint and Amendments to Com- The performance will star Cliff The time and place will be announced. JOHN DOE, husband of Mary Ellen Green, Doe, husband of Ellen Holt, said name John plaint (if any) filed in a Civil Action, in which Jewell as Mark Twain. Mr. Jewell skirts, dresses are available. Baby said name JOHN DOE being fictitious; Doe being fictitious, John Doe, husband of The Welcome Wagon Club of FUNB-Cust. for D.H. and Assoc. is plaintiff and toddler items, sweaters jackets Marvin Crisp and Mrs. Marvin Crisp, wife of Mary Ann Carter, said name John Doe being will examine the man behind the Westfield is a non-profit organiza- and Howard H. Prunty, Mary Ellen Green, Marvin Crisp; Doris McKeon and JOHN fictitious, John Doe, husband of Mary Ellen writer who created the characters of are also featured. Administratrix of the Estate of Louise Crisp tion that was established to extend a DOE, husband of Doris McKeon, said name Green, said name John Doe being fictitious, Men’s suits, coats, jackets, slacks, and Mary Ellen Green, individually, Marvin “Huck Finn” and “Tom Sawyer.” friendly welcome to new people mov- JOHN DOE being fictitious; Percy Crisp II Mrs. Marvin Crisp, wife of Marvin Crisp, Crisp, Doris McKeon, Percy Crisp II, Herbert The program, based on Clemens’ sweaters, shirts, work clothes, outer and Mrs. Percy Crisp II, wife of Percy Crisp John Doe, husband of Doris McKeon, said ing into the area and help them to get Crisp, et. als. are defendants, pending in the wear, and shoes are available. Boy’s II; Herbert Crisp and Mrs. Herbert Crisp, name John Doe being fictitious, Mrs. Percy “Autobiography,” will bring the au- acquainted. This is a social club for Superior Court of New Jersey, within 35 wife of Herbert Crisp, are made defendants Crisp II, wife of Percy Crisp II and Mrs. thor and his writings to life through clothes, jackets and slacks, jeans, days after November 5, 1998, exclusive of women and their families who are because you are the owners of a property Herbert Crisp, wife of Herbert Crisp as party shirts, sweaters and outer wear are such date. a blend of humor and pathos. either new to the area, or who find which is the subject of the above entitled defendants for any marital and possessory If you fail to do so, Judgment by Default Ticket prices are $8 for adults and offered. action. Title of record to the premises be- rights they may have. themselves with a lifestyle change. may be rendered against you for the relief Fall floral arrangements, house- came vested in Thomas W. Prunty (single) DONALD F. PHELAN $5 for students and senior citizens. If you are interested in attending, demanded in the Complaint. and Louise Crisp (widow) as tenants in CLERK OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Tickets may be reserved by calling hold items, kitchen wares, bed and You shall file your Answer and Proof of please call Rachel Binkowitz at (908) common by Deed from Howard Prunty and OF NEW JERSEY table linens, antiques and collectibles Service in duplicate with the Clerk of the the box office at (908) 276-7611, or 789-7373 or Cyndi Salemy at (908) Flossie Prunty, his wife; Vincent Prunty and ALLOCCA & PELLEGRINO Superior Court, Hughes Justice Complex, may be purchased on the nights of are also featured. Rose Prunty, his wife; James Cousin and 4 Century Drive 317-8076. CN-971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, in The shop will hold a Thanksgiv- Irene Cousin, his wife; Kermit Holt and Ellen Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 the performances. Proceeds will ben- accordance with the Rules of Civil Practice Holt, his wife; Clarence Carter and Maryann 1 T – 11/5/98, The Leader Fee: $147.90 efit the CDC’s Roof Fund. ing Day drawing for a large, ceramic and Procedure. Carter, his wife; all being heirs of Carrie E. turkey platter, as well as the makings Healing Herbs Program Set For Next Thursday Local Rotary to Present WESTFIELD — Rutgers Coop- Your Plan Should Art Show and Auction erative Extension of Union County will present a class focusing the lat- SCOTCH PLAINS- est research on popular herbs for FANWOOD — The Fanwood- healing on Thursday, November 12, Fit Your Lifestyle Scotch Plains Rotary will hold from 7 to 9 p.m. at 300 North Av- an Art Show and Auction on enue, East, in Westfield. The pro- Friday, November 13, at 7 p.m. gram will be held in the first floor Nokia Nokia at the Scotch Hills Country 6160 AT&T Understands 2160 auditorium. Club, located at Plainfield Av- Registration is required. All classes FREQUENT O R BUSINESS U SER CASUAL OR EMERGENCY USER enue and Jerusalem Road in sponsored by Rutgers Cooperative AT&T Digital One Rate With AT&T Wireless Services You’ll Scotch Plains. Extension are open to the public Receive Now. Anytime Day or Night. Anywhere In Works of art by more than 20 without regard to race, sex, age, color, The Country. You Can Make And Receive 60 INCLUDED artists will be featured at the disability or handicap or national Calls For MINUTES A MONTH event. The public is invited to origin. Please call (908) 654-9854 to attend. ONE LOW RATE With New a Digital Annual register. Activation The Fanwood-Scotch Plains NO MORE Rotary is a service organization UNLIMITED which supports various chari- Children Invited to Join ROAMING CHARGES OFF-PEAK AIRTIME table agencies in the commu- For Only $4.99 A Month-Available nity. Upcoming Dog Club NO MORE LONG On All Calling Plans. For more information or res- WESTFIELD - The 4-H of OLYMPIC PET People for Animals, ervations, please call Andy DISTANCE CHARGES 30 MIN. OF HOME a non-profit animal welfare organiza- Westfield has announced the first Calamaras at (908) 322-2350. meeting of its 4-H Dog Club on Fri- LONG DISTANCE tion serving New Jersey, will partici- FREE pate in two pet adoption events the day, November 24, from 7 to 8:30 Call Waiting/Forwarding Voicemail, Up To 30 Minutes of Home/ weekend of November 7 and 8. The p.m. at the 4-H office on 300 North Caller ID, Alarm & Currency Converter Residential Long Distance Per Month first will be held at the PetsMart store, Megan Clarke Elected Avenue in Westfield. For 12 Months for Customers That 1022 Route No. 22, East, at West End The club meeting will feature AT&T DIGITAL ONE RATE PLANS Select An Integrated Bill For AT&T Student Ambassador Wireless and AT&T Long Distance Avenue in North Plainfield, from 10 hands-on activities about dogs, such a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. The second WESTFIELD - Megan Clarke, the as “Dog Bingo.” Participants will Minutes Included Airtime FREE DIGITAL PCS $ .99 will be held at The Best Friends Pet 600 $ .99 daughter of Michael and Susan also make a craft and cook a snack. 89 A Month FEATURES 24 Resort, Route No. 22, West, at Wilson Clarke of Westfield, has been se- The club is opened to children in Avenue in North Plainfield, from 10 VoiceMail with Message Waiting lected to be a Student Ambassador at the fourth and fifth grades. The group Minutes Included Airtime a.m. to 5 p.m. on November 7 and from Indicator, Caller ID, PCS Paging with Lynchburg College in Lynchburg, meets on every fourth Friday. The $ .99 A MONTH INCLUDES noon to 4 p.m. on November 8. Among 1000 119 A Month activation on any AT&T Digital PCS the pets available for adoption will be Virginia. cost is $10 which covers supplies and rate plan. 60 MINUTES “Zeus,” a large black with white and Student ambassadors are volun- mailings until July 1999. Parental Minutes Included Airtime 132 East Broad St. tan neutered male. Zeus is two to three teers that assist the college’s Office assistance is welcome. 1400 $ .99 years old, housebroken, neutered, cur- of Enrollment in welcoming guests The Rutgers Cooperative Exten- 149 A Month Westfield rent with his vaccinations, and obedi- to campus. sion 4-H Program of Union County (908) 789-5302 ence trained. To adopt a pet, or for Megan, a 1998 graduate of is fully insured and is affiliated with information, please call (908) 688-1073 Westfield High School, is a freshman Rutgers University and the County Mon-Fri 9 to 5:30 • Thurs until 8pm • Sat 10 to 5:30 or visit www.petfinder.org/shelters/ pfa.html on the Internet. nursing major at Lynchburg. of Union.