VOL. 120 - NO. 21 BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, MAY 20, 2016 $.35 A COPY Bernie, Feeling the Bern, Six Residents Elected to Takes Oregon, Dead Heat in Kentucky by Sal Giarratani North End/Waterfront Neighborhood Council “Please do not moan to me fornia state primary, and now by Matt Conti about Clinton’s problems,” party insiders are going after There were 355 total votes said Bernie Sanders, after re- Bernie to tone down his cam- cast in the 2016 election on porter Andrea Mitchell said he paign rhetoric. One Democrat Saturday, May 14th to fi ll six was hurting Hillary Clinton’s strategist, Mark Alderman, open seats on the North End/ chances in November. says, “Bernie has to stop beat- Waterfront Neighborhood Coun- Sanders took Oregon by ing her up (and) just stop run- cil (NEWNC). storm as expected, and it was ning for president.” A new record for most votes a dead heat in Kentucky as Out at the recent Nevada was set by Michael Bonetti (243 Hillary Clinton won the state Democratic State Convention votes), followed closely by Marie by one tenth of one percent in Las Vegas, the convention Simboli (237 votes), who both with the candidates splitting devolved into chaos with chair- had more than the 223 votes the delegates. Sanders showing throwing, shouting and death received by Maria Lanza in the displays once again the weak- threats. Many Sanders backers 2015 election. Other candidates ness of her candidacy. The last now say they may shun Hillary elected for a 2-year term on Democrat to carry Kentucky in November. the Neighborhood Council in- in a presidential race was Bill While all the media’s at- clude Gennaro Riccio, Danielle Clinton in 1996. tention seems focused on the D’Ambrosio, John Pregmon and Sanders is vowing to continue Republican side where the Brett Roman. on to the end of this primary #NeverTrump faction still seems The top six candidates with season on June 14th, and is still hell-bent on stopping Trump, the most votes are elected for a aiming to wrestle the nomina- the “Sandernistas” are in open 2-year term and join the other Elected to the 2016 Neighborhood Council (NEWNC), from left tion from her on Tuesday, June confl ict with their party’s elite current six members that have to right, Brett Roman, Danielle D’Ambrosio, Gennaro Riccio, 7th. A whopping 475 delegates one year left remaining in their Marie Simboli, Michael Bonetti, and John Pregmon. are up for grabs in the Cali- (Continued on Page 15) term. The other standing mem- (Photo by Matt Conti) bers on the 12-person council are Philip Frattaroli, Carmine Nazzaro Community Center, comprised of twelve North End/ Guarino, Sean Hennessey, 30 N. Bennet Street, North End, Waterfront residents who serve Jorge Mendoza and Ralph Boston. as an advisory board to the City News Briefs Verrocchi. (One seat was va- About the of Boston in municipal affairs. by Sal Giarratani cated by Maria Lanza and will North End/Waterfront Council members are elected to be left open until next year’s Neighborhood Council a two-year term and terms are election.) (NEWNC) NEWNC was created staggered so that six seats are Voters Facing Some The first NEWNC meeting in 1985 by the Mayor’s Offi ce in filled each year. The Council Bitter Choices This Year with the new council mem- an effort to increase communica- meets on the second Monday of bers is scheduled for Monday, tion between the neighborhoods each month. For more information A glass of bitterness to both major political parties. June 13, 2016, 7:00 pm, at the and city agencies. NEWNC is visit: www.newncboston.org As Tom Foreman from the Metro newspaper says, “Out of roughly 320 million Americans, they have found the two most disliked presidential contenders in a quarter century.” East Boston Museum & Historical Society More than ever we need strong leaders and that is Launches Speaker Event not what we seem to be headed for on Tuesday, Novem- ber 8th, at the polls. In my lifetime (I was born in the Master Storyteller John Christoforo of the Post-Gazette to Launch Speaker Series year that Harry Truman upset the polls), I have seen The organizers of the East 10, Goldenberg’s Department the best and worst. President Truman wasn’t afraid to Boston Museum & Historical Store, Manny’s Men’s Store, speak his mind, and now we may be headed by two Society will launch a Speaker John Sava’s Market, Benbrock candidates who, for many, seem out of their minds. Series from 6:30-8:30 pm, Pharmacy, and so much more! I think, like Tom Foreman, many of us will need a Tuesday, June 7th, at the Mav- At 13, Christoforo lied about stiff drink after watching the next president get sworn erick Meeting House, located his age and went to work at in on January 20, 2017. at 31 Liverpool Street, East the Seville Theatre where he Can’t Say the Word Boston. worked throughout his college “Ex-felon” Anymore A master storyteller, John years. Christoforo came from a According to the U.S. Department of Justice, they Christoforo captivates audi- family of musicians and at 18 will no longer use the terms “ex-felon” or “ex-convict,” ences weekly throughout the he continued the family tradi- since both words are stigmatizing. The new politically- United States with his column, tion when he became a profes- correct term is “previously incarcerated.” I kid you not. Nanna & Babbononno, which sional musician. He earned Best President, Never? depicts the trials and tribula- his undergraduate degree from Joe Biden actually thinks he tions of four generations of his Boston State College (now would have been the best presi- family in the United States. in East Boston before attending UMASS Boston) and taught dent ever had he run this year. Much of his column focuses English High. drafting and engineering in the His son Beau died last May and he on his life growing up in East Christoforo will take you Boston Public Schools for 43 decided not to make a presidential Boston. on a journey back in time to years. He also did a bit of mod- run. “No one should ever seek the Christoforo’s family emi- East Boston in the 1940s and eling and acting in Hollywood. presidency unless they’re able to grated from Italy in the 1920s 1950s. He will share childhood In addition to his undergrad- devote their whole heart and soul where they first lived on stories that all ages and back- uate degree, Christoforo earned and passion into just doing that.” Orleans Street. Later they grounds will enjoy. It is a time two masters degrees, and a Joe Biden stated Biden who was recently on moved to Eagle Hill where they of mom and pop stores, the doctorate degree. He has been became one of the fi rst Italian Gem and Seville Theatres, Lom- married to the same woman (Continued on Page 14) families to live in the area. bardo’s meat market, Gertie’s for 40 years and has two sons. He attended the Chapman, Lunch, Sabo’s Men’s Store, O’Donnell, and Barnes Schools Fine’s Men’s Shop, the 5 and (Continued on Page 13)

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With over 30 years of experience as a special investigator, law enforcement officer THE SABINES THREE and an Assistant Clerk Magistrate, At- torney Borelli brings an enthusiastic, community-centered voice to this year’s Democratic primary. “The centerpiece of my campaign is to demand action on the most pressing issues that are facing our community — opioid addiction, protecting our seniors from physi- cal, mental and fi nancial abuse, and creating a court system that is fully invested in our neighborhoods, not just punishing criminals,” said Borelli. Attorney Borelli is running in the September 8th primary and is adding an exciting element to a 2016 presidential election year al- ready full of dynamic and competitive local races in Massachusetts. “Residents want their elected offi cials held to the highest stan- dards, and this year I’m asking for them to be the judge of who can best represent their interests,” said Borelli, whose campaign slogan Numa Pompilius Tullus Hostilius Ancus Marcius is “You Be The Judge.” “The Governor’s Council can no longer ignore the opioid addiction crisis or the predatory practices that are crip- Numa Pompilius was born in war. When the temple was open, 37 years and Numa Pompilius pling the fi nances of our senior citizens. Residents are demanding the Sabine town of Cures. He this signifi ed that the nation ruled for 43. Thus, this young that their representatives take the lead on these critical issues and enjoyed a great reputation for was at war, and when closed nation called Rome was not move beyond business as usual.” justice and piety, and was deep- it signifi ed peace. Numa was a only strong, but was also well Mr. Borelli will be campaigning full-time to earn a seat on the ly versed in divine and human peaceful and religious king; his organized in the arts of peace Governor’s Council and has already visited all 20 communities in law. His selection to become the subjects spontaneously imitated as well. the district to talk about his priorities. second king of regal Rome came his character, and all of this in Tullus Hostilius, the second “This is a grassroots campaign, pure and simple,” according to after the death of Romulus, who turn promoted a peaceful at- of the three Sabines, was de- Borelli. “My only job for the next fi ve months is to focus on the is supposed to have been car- mosphere among neighboring clared king by the people, and issues that many of us are struggling with. I believe that my 30 ried off to the heavens during nations. He made alliances and the Senate quickly confi rmed years of experience can help restore and modernize our judicial a thunder and lightning storm. treaties with all of these neigh- their choice. In his early career, system to meet the high expectations set by our communities. On Numa built the fi rst temple to boring tribes and then closed he became a participant in what September 8th, voters from Chinatown to Marblehead will support Janus as an index of peace and the temple. Romulus ruled for might be termed the ideal war. the strongest and most qualifi ed Democrat to represent them, and Roman rustlers were stealing I hope they will judge me to be worthy of their trust.” cattle from the neighboring Borelli started his career as a special investigator charged with nation of Alba while the Alban tracking down fraud and abuse of public funds in the Massachusetts 2016 RENTAL REGISTRATION rustlers were stealing Roman Bureau of Special Investigations. He then served as a Sergeant in cattle. Each nation sent envoys the MBTA Police and led the training of his fellow offi cers in criminal IS NOW OPEN to demand restitution from the investigations during a distinguished 13-year career. other. A stalemate developed “During my days as a Police Sergeant, I frequently encountered All private rental properties in the City of Boston must be registered and both nations prepared for people at the most distraught and fragile moments in their lives,” annually by July 1 with the Inspectional Services Department. hostilities. During a prewar con- said Borelli. “I still remember each of them and I’m honored to say ference, it was agreed that the that I keep in touch with many of them to this day.” REGISTER NOW Etruscan nation appeared to be Many years after he left the police force, Stephen was instrumental waiting for the Romans and the in helping to solve a sexual assault case that he initially responded to in the 1980s. Thanks to his persistence and the exceptional To register, please visit the Albans to exhaust themselves and then they, the Etruscans, training of his fellow offi cers, this case showed Mr. Borelli how the Housing Division, would rush in to overpower both dedication of just a small group of public servants can change the 1010 Massachusetts Ave. 5th floor, countries. lives of those in need. Boston, MA 02118 Because of this Etruscan Mr. Borelli received his law degree in 1997 from the New England threat, it was agreed to take School of Law and then entered private practice representing clients advantage of an extraordinary in all phases of criminal and civil litigation. In 2006, he was ap- Or download the registration form: circumstance. Three brothers pointed as an Assistant Clerk Magistrate in Somerville District Court http://bit.ly/isdrental from the Alban Army were about where he continues to serve the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. evenly matched with three Attorney Borelli holds a B.A. from Suffolk University and is a proud Safe • Code Compliant • Sanitary brothers from the Roman Army, resident of Boston’s North End. and they agreed to engage in About the Governor’s Council Boston Inspectional Services Department, Housing Division, 1010 Mass Ave. Boston, MA 02118 combat with the winner decid- The Massachusetts Constitution established the Governor’s Council www.cityofboston.gov/isd/housing, Call 617-635-5300 or email: [email protected] ing the outcome of the war. to provide advice and consent to the Governor on the nomination of The Romans eventually won, judges, payments from the State Treasury, and the issuance of par- but not without considerable dons and commutations. The Council meets in public session each treachery from Mettius, the week and is comprised of eight Councilors elected from across the Alban leader. After hostilities Commonwealth to serve two-year terms. had ended, Mettius was seized, The 6th District of the Governor’s Council contains portions of Essex, stretched between two four- Middlesex and Suffolk Counties and includes 20 cities and towns: horse chariots, and torn apart Boston*, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Lynn, Lynnfi eld, Malden, as the horses were driven in Marblehead, Medford, Melrose, Nahant, Reading, Revere, Saugus, opposite directions. Such is the Somerville, Stoneham, Swampscott, Wakefi eld, Winchester and brutality that grew side by side Winthrop. with the Roman nation. *Boston Wards & Precincts are Ward 1; Precincts 1 -14; Ward 2; Ancus Marcius, the third Ward 3; Precincts 1-6, &8; Ward 5; Precincts 1, 3-5, & 11; Ward 21; FESTA Sabine King, was the grandson Precincts 4, 6, &7; Ward 22; Precincts 1, 2 & 5. th of Numa Pompilius. He proved Saturday, June 4 that he was equal to his prede- th (Rain date: Sunday, June 5 ) cessor by declaring war on the e the Da 11:00 am 7:00 pm Latins, defeating them in battle, av te – and returning to Rome with im- S 6th Annual Waltham Common mense spoils. He also brought back many thousands of Latin St. Padre Pio Procession WANTED: prisoners and, in keeping with established policy, made them On Sunday, June 26th, the streets of VENDORS (food & non) citizens of Rome and then sent the North End will come alive as the sixth them a tax bill. He soon dis- annual St. Padre Pio Procession takes place. CRAFTERS covered that population growth Attendees will participate in an Italian mass and crime go hand in hand; at Saint Leonard Church organized by the Friends of Padre Pio beginning at 10:30 am, SPONSORS (Continued on Page 10) followed by refreshments. Proceeds support Scholarships and The Procession will take place from local charities. DIAMONDS 2:00-6:00 pm, beginning at St. Leonard Hosted by: Regina Margherita di Savoia Mixed Lodge #1094 ROLEX Church, with members carrying the statue (Waltham) of the Order Sons of Italy ESTATE JEWELRY of St. Pio through the neighborhoods of the North End, where devotees pin donations Bought & Sold For more information, contact: on ribbons. Carol @ 508-655-0124 or [email protected] Jewelers Exch. Bldg. www.rmlmixed.org/Festa All proceeds to benefi t St. Leonard Church. Jim (617) 263-7766 POST-GAZETTE, MAY 20, 2016 PAGE 3 POST-GAZETTE Andrew Gerety Receives the Renaissance Lodge, Sons of Italy Pamela Donnaruma, Publisher and Editor Balsamo Foundation Scholarship 5 Prince Street, P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 617-227-8929 617-227-8928 FAX 617-227-5307 e-mail: [email protected] Website: www.BostonPostGazette.com Subscriptions in the United States $35.00 yearly Published weekly by Post-Gazette, 5 Prince St., P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 USPS 1538 – Second-Class Postage paid at Boston, MA POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the POST-GAZETTE - P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113

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OUR POLICY: To help preserve the ideals and sacred traditions of this our adopted country the United States of America: Andrew Gerety and Family at Scholarship Award Ceremony: (L-R) Marie D’Eramo, Marie To revere its laws and inspire others to respect and obey Cardillo, Missey Stewert, Carmine Cardillo, Dr. Kimberly D’Eramo, Dr. Mario Torres-Leon, them: To strive unceasingly to quicken the public’s sense of Christopher Gerety, David D’Eramo, Annette Luongo, Marie-Elena Gerety, Andrew Gerety, civic duty: In all ways to aid in making this country greater Kristen Gerety, Todd Gerety, and Dr. Dean Saluti, Lodge president. and better than we found it. Each year, the Renaissance Lodge Dr. Kimberly D’Eramo, who was of the Sons of Italy awards a schol- a past recipient of the Lodge’s In- arship to a deserving child or grand- spiration Award, and her husband child of a Renaissance Lodge member Dr. Mario Torres-Leon travelled from at its Scholarship Award ceremony. Colorado to be at this event. Andrew’s Thank You This scholarship is funded by the uncle, Attorney David D’Eramo, a Balsamo Family Foundation. Sal and long-term member of the Lodge, was Yvonne Balsamo have been active also present, as well as Andrew’s sib- & Congratulations in the Sons of Italy for many years, lings, Marie-Elena, a freshman, and and have served as role models Christopher, a sixth-grader, both at To ALL of YOU that came to vote on Saturday, May 14th, for college-bound students from Austin Prep. for the North End Waterfront Neighborhood Council Elec- Boston’s Italian community. The Andrew is presently a senior at tion, I can’t thank you enough for all your support. Balsamos achieved remarkable Austin Prep. Andrew has been a Congratulations to the candidates fi rst time running and success with their business, and member of the National Honor the re-elected candidates. Be proud to serve on the NEWNC, have given back generously to local Society and the French Language it’s your neighborhood. Do what is best for the North End colleges. National Honor Society. He is gradu- residents, that is why we were elected. The 2016 scholarship recipient is Andrew ating with a 4.0 GPA and ranks in the top 10 Thank you to all my friends and neighbors who helped Gerety, who is the son of Renaissance Lodge percent of his class. me get elected. A special “thank you” to Louie Graffeo, my members Todd and Kristen Gerety. Andrew’s A three-sport athlete, Andrew plays golf, bas- top man. I can’t thank you enough for always being there grandmother, Marie D’Eramo, is the longstand- ketball, and baseball. He has served as captain for me for each election. I thank you for being my friend. ing Vice President of the Renaissance Lodge. His for all three teams his senior year. He has re- great aunt, Annette Luongo, is an offi cer and a ceived all-star honors for both golf and baseball. Thank you, founding member of the Renaissance Lodge. His He was named All Scholastic for golf by the Bos- Marie Simboli great uncle, Carmine Cardillo, is the Lodge Histo- ton Herald this fall, after winning the Division 3 and Freeway rian and a Trustee. His family has been active in North Sectional State Tournament and leading the Sons of Italy for over 60 years, dating back his team to an undefeated season. He was also four generations to his great grandmother, presented with the Inaugural Jim Beane Memo- Gemma Cardillo, who grew up in Boston’s North rial Sportsmanship Award by the New England SAVE THE DATE End. Professional Golf Association. Andrew’s family was present for his scholarship Andrew will be attending the College of the award, many of whom have been recognized in Holy Cross next fall, where he will be playing North End Athletic Association the past by the Renaissance Lodge. His aunt, Division 1 golf. ANNUAL Friends of the North End Sponsor Viewing of GOLF TOURNAMENT Boston’s North End — An Italian American Story IN MEMORY OF An Italian American Story CARMEN “TILLY” DE MARTINO at the Sons of Italy hall in Winchester, MA. HONORARY CHAIRMAN The fi lm tells the story of the Italian immigrant migration ROBERT E. TRAVAGLINI to Boston’s North End from TO BENEFIT the late 1800s to the current time. Featured in the film THE NORTH END ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION are former and present North End residents discussing their MONDAY, AUGUST 8, 2016 experiences living in the North End. The fi lm was developed 7:30 a.m. (Shotgun start) and produced by the North End Historical Society. ANDOVER COUNTRY CLUB Two of the producers, Canterbury Street, Andover, MA Dr. James Pasto and Maureen McNamara, presented the fi lm Golfer $140 (tax deductible) ~ Hole Sponsor $150 to over one hundred people in Dr. James Pasto Includes: Green Fees, Cart, Lunch and Prizes attendance. The Friends of the North Copies of the film can be For more information, contact End sponsored a viewing of obtained by going to: www. Louis Cavagnaro at 617-523-7410 the movie Boston’s North End – NorthEndBoston.org. Maureen McNamara Make checks payable to: North End Athletic Association 154 Salem Street, Boston, MA 02113

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It happened to May, I pay special attention to Dorchester, I pass by a bill- me recently. Some driver came the life all around me: jubilant board advertising the Mohegan into my lane of traffi c as it was children kicking a soccer ball, Sun Golf Club and its slogan, merging together. They seemed robins hopping among blades of “Life is all about perfecting hell bent on getting in the lane grass, the sun peeking through your drive.” It really is a catchy with a “take no prisoners” branches laden with delicate metaphor for motorists driving mentality. I, on the other hand, pink fl owers. in traffic — sometimes quite decided to defend my spot in May brims with a number of heavy. However, it is also clearly the traffi c. It became a game for special holidays that encourage a metaphor for the way we han- me, and seemingly a battle for such outdoor excursions. The dle our journey through this life the other driver. I kept making month begins with May Day, of ours. Our drive is within us. the other car work to cut me an ancient holiday celebrat- It makes us strive to do better. off, surely driving the driver Around this time of year, I In Italy, one of the most ing the start of summer. It is It makes us reach beyond our crazy. Before my car could get feel a sense of energy bubbling beloved traditions is called la also a “holiday honoring fl ow- grasp. It tells us anything could smacked, I ceded the ground up inside me. All of the cabin passeggiata, or evening stroll. ers and trees, which are their be possible. to car number two. We both fever and restless excitement After dinner, Italian families most beautiful now. Mother’s It is very easy to drive a car had drive. I thought I won the th over a new spring evaporates and friends meander through Day, which occurred on the 8 even in rush hour gridlock faceoff, and surely she thought into the warm air, a surge of city streets or rural lanes, en- of the month, not only allows compared to that inner drive we the same. joy and release as refreshing joying the outdoor experience us to express gratitude for the all have. For some it’s a simple I wonder if all those road rage as an afternoon rain shower. and each other’s company. In wonderful things mothers do for thing to comprehend, but for incidents are actually caused by As the temperatures hit ever urban areas, the passeggiata us but also prompts us to enjoy others this drive is so depress- two people trying to perfect their higher degrees, I can practi- may involve stopping for some their company. On Mother’s ing, it cannot even be felt, let own drive. cally smell the summer in the delicious, creamy gelato, casual Day, my family and I often go alone recognized. I must tell you, since retiring air, the promise of barbecues window shopping, or sitting out for ice cream, an activity We see what our drive is as a cop in April 2013, I have and ocean waves and ice-cold and chatting along the rim of all the more special because when we understand ourselves become much more relaxed glasses of lemonade. When one of Italy’s many beautiful of its simplicity and its unen- better. No one wishes to fail, driving on the road, and more class is dismissed at the school fountains. People in the coun- cumbered focus on loved ones, or accept failure as an option focused on my drive in life. I where I teach and students run tryside may rest in the shade of food, and the warm sun. In a worth considering. The other stay busy. I stay active. I write out into the luminous day, their trees, pick fruit, or pack a small week, it will be Memorial Day, day I got a chance to look at my better. Think clearer and feel unbridled happiness is conta- picnic of sweets and wine. In and countless families will fi re drive. Mostly it was funny. I was happier. gious as they scamper across an age where too many people up the grill and eat summer driving toward the Tip O’Neill Perfecting our drive isn’t just the bright green, sun-soaked are tempted to watch television produce outdoors. Others will Tunnel on the Expressway and for the golf course. It is for grass. Indeed, the month of right after dinner, I love the fl ock to the beach or the moun- needed to navigate cars merging everything we do, dream, desire May as a whole calls for outdoor idea of a tradition that encour- tains … any outdoor place will on my right. It is a challenge and everything we feel capable excursions. Traditionally the ages people to step outside and do, as Memorial Day weekend is every time most of us do it. If of doing. beginning of summer, May her- partake in the universal and considered the unoffi cial start we are the car being merged Maybe I do drive people crazy, alds warmer temperatures and time-honored pleasures of fresh of summer! Earlier, however, into the fl ow of traffi c, we try but maybe that is what some an explosion of tender leaves air, loved ones and the nourish- May hosted another summer and get in without crashing. If people need, huh? Or another on trees. It is definitely not ment of food and drink. I fondly holiday, Ascension Day, known we are the ones being merged thing during your drive through a month to stay cooped up remember my evening passeg- as la Festa dell’Ascensione in on, we don’t really want to cede life, never give somebody the indoors, but rather one to giate from when I visited Italy Italian. Falling forty days after our space. Depending on how bird, you never know what venture outside and revel in several years ago … the walks Easter, this holiday commemo- one looks at life, or how they they’re carrying out there any- all the delights nature has to through bustling city centers, rates Jesus’ ascent into Heaven. are feeling, this could be your more. We don’t want our drive offer. From Italian traditions to where the late-day sun turned Italians celebrate it with out- major test of the day. in life to fi nd a quick dead-end, nature-based holidays, the call ancient ruins to the color of door excursions and picnics, Do you let the merging car get either. of the wild proves most exciting gold, and the hikes along dirt as typical for the holidays of ahead of you, or do you take on Perfect your drive, but remem- in May. roads in my dad’s home region May. 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THEATRE NOTES BY BOBBY FRANKLIN Oklahoma! Oh, What a Beautiful Production Rodgers and Hammerstein’s acter and kindness. Stephen Oklahoma! is now playing at Thorne in the role of Ali Hakim the Trinity Rep in Providence, keeps us smiling as the travel- RI. This is an outstanding pro- ing salesman who is trying to duction of one of the greatest avoid a shotgun wedding. Jude musicals of all time. It is staged Sandy as Will Parker makes in an intimate atmosphere that, the audience feel like shouting along with the stage, includes to him as the character seems three platforms that are placed determined to keep making the among the audience where wrong decisions. Jude is always much of the cast spends time just one step away from losing during the performance. It everything. works beautifully. Finally in this great cast is Re- From the moment Curly, becca Gibel as Ado Annie. Ms. played by the very talented Gibel has talent, real talent. She Charlie Thurston, steps onto Curly and Laurey in is funny, sings beautifully, and the stage to sing “Oh, What a Oklahoma. can act. The way she conveys Beautiful Morning,” you know (Photo by Mark Turek) Annie’s pent-up sexuality by this is going to be a joy to watch. audience for Judd, whom many using body tremors along with Mr. Thurston has a perfect voice will remember mostly as the her facial expressions and ab- for the role and the acting abil- evil creature portrayed by Rod solutely entrancing eyes is just ity to go with it. He is joined by Steiger in the movie version. breathtaking. In a cast that is Rachel Warren as Laurey, and With his subtle and pained ex- abundant with talent, Rebecca they are wonderful together; pressions, he brought a depth Gibel shows that she has what you would think the roles were to a character that deserves to it takes to go far. I look forward created just for them. They be better understood, and, in to seeing her as she continues sparkle and hearing them sing this version, is. on what should be a marvelous together is delightful. This is not, of course, a full career. There is a dark side to Okla- scale Broadway production, but This is an Oklahoma! not to be homa! that is seen in the char- in many ways it is better. It does missed. It is warm and intimate. acter of Judd Fry played by have an orchestra consisting of It is full of life’s good and bad. Senator DiDomenico Trinity regular Joe Wilson, Jr. six musicians who are as good Be good to yourself and travel Mr. Wilson uses his excellent as any you will hear. They are the short distance to Providence Serves as Co-Chair of acting abilities to bring hu- on the mark throughout the to see this play. You will not be manity to a very dark fi gure in play, and you couldn’t ask for disappointed. Hillary Clinton’s the play. I have not seen many more. Directed by Laura E. Smith, productions of the play, but I The entire cast is nearly fl aw- Playing through June 5th. Boston Event do know that Wilson was able less. Janice Duclos as Aunt Box Offi ce: 401-351-4242 for to evoke sympathy from the Eller conveys a strength of char- more info: www.trinityrep.com Dogfi ght Solid, Touching, Emotional SpeakEasy Stage Company is have learned to always bring a closing out their 25th anniver- box of tissues to a SpeakEasy sary season with a very strong production.” production of Dogfi ght directed The play does have a number by Paul Daigneault. The New of funny and warm moments England premiere of the musi- that will make you smile. Ale- cal is based on the 1991 fi lm jandra M. Parrilla as Rose and and screenplay by Bob Comfort, Jordan J. Ford as Eddie are and with music by Benj Pasek simply wonderful in the restau- and Justin Paul. rant scene where Rose shows Most of the story takes place she can match Eddie’s tough on November 21, 1963, and fo- guy bravura as well as add a cuses on three young Marines, very strong wit. Her kindness is Eddie Birdlace, Bernstein, and also infectious and is breathed Boland who refer to themselves Eddie and Rose in Dogfi ght. in by Eddie. Their touching as the Three Bees. They are (Photo by duet “First Date, Last Night” is to be deployed the following Glenn Perry Photography) beautiful. morning to Southeast Asia The theater is set with the au- and are embarking on a game nile and demeaning to them dience sitting on three sides of the Marines call Dogfight. It as well. But they are required the stage. This, along with two is where each recruit puts up to give up much of their sense movable staircases, is extremely money that is pooled and will of humanity, considering they effective. Senator Sal DiDomenico recently served as a Co-Chair be awarded to the man who will soon be in a very inhumane The play moves rapidly to of Hillary Clinton’s event in Boston as she continued her can bring the ugliest woman environment. They are young 1967 and the ending is com- campaign for President of the United States. DiDomenico to a party they are having. It is and, because of their weeks of pressed and charged with so has been working to elect Clinton since last year and will demeaning to women, but also basic training, feel prepared for much that happens over that serve as one of her National Delegates at the upcoming serves the purpose of removing anything the world will throw time. Has Rose or the war had Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. He any sense of empathy from men at them. Instead of this being more of an effect on Eddie? Can also had an opportunity to chat with Clinton during the who are about to be sent into about a group of young men act- we just turn our humanity on evening. “It was an honor to serve as a Co-Chair of Hillary combat. ing like jerks, it has much more and off? Clinton’s event,” said Senator DiDomenico. “I look forward Eddie, (Jordan J. Ford) fi nds serious overtones considering I know I often say this after to working throughout the primary and general election waitress Rose Fenny (Alejandra what is about to happen in their seeing a SpeakEasy production, to elect Hillary Clinton as our next President.” Former M. Parrilla) at a local dinner and lives and in the world. but I left the theater with much Secretary Clinton was deeply appreciative of DiDomenico’s sweet talks her into attending Rose is no victim. While she to think about, and with much work and thanked him for his efforts. “Thank you for the party with him in the hope is deeply hurt when she fi nds to feel. standing with me,” said Clinton. “We’re continuing to he has found his winning date. out what Eddie was up to, she We are lucky to have such a fi ght for every vote, and thanks to your help and support, Rose is caught up in his fl attery is also touching him deeply with great company in Boston. I hope we’re competing in and winning contests nationwide — and is thrilled to go. The others her warmth and confidence. you go down to the Calderwood including our victory in Massachusetts.” Hillary Clinton are also fi nding their mates for Eddie at fi rst saw an overweight Pavilion and spend a couple will be visiting Boston again on June 1st with a special the evening. and insecure girl, but fast of hours being touched by performance by Jon Bon Jovi. Senator DiDomenico will It would be easy to settle in begins to learn much about these fi ne young actors. Play- serve as a Co-Chair of this event as well. at this point and see this play himself and life from Rose. ing through June 4th at The as being about women being He fi nds it is not so easy to be Calderwood Pavilion, 527 Trem- objectifi ed. It runs much deeper cruel. As the story unfolds, we ont Street, South End, Boston than that. While what the Three are touched on many emotional 617-933-6100 http://www. WWW.BOSTONPOSTGAZETTE.COM Bees and the other soldiers are levels. As one audience member bostontheatrescene.com/sea- doing is cruel, it is also juve- stated after the performance, “I son/dogfi ght/. PAGE 6 POST-GAZETTE, MAY 20, 2016 North End Athletic Association ALL THAT ZAZZ Opening Day 2016 by Mary N. DiZazzo What’s in Your Cosmetics?

Ciao Bella, It just makes sense that natural is the way to go. Cosmetics contain so many artifi cial, toxic and aller- genic ingredients. We should be more careful what we use on our skin as well as what we ingest in our bodies. Check your labels! Watch out for those parabens. They preserve cosmetics and are widely used in almost everything. The North End Athletic As- This chemical preservative can’t sociation kicked off the 2016 be safely used in any skincare baseball season with a fabu- products that contain collagen, lous opening day on Saturday, elastic, placenta, hydrolyzed ani- April 30th. The park was full mal protein or keratin. of young baseball players, and Nitric acid is an inorganic acid used as an oxidizer and stabilizer the families, friends and sup- in cosmetics. It is a corrosive liquid that can irritate skin. porters of the NEAA. The sun Mineral oil is a liquid mixture of hydrocarbons obtained from pe- was shining and it was a glo- troleum. It can increase the response of the skin to ultraviolet rays rious day for baseball. Three and can cause sunburn without any allergic effect being involved. games were played, one from Even petroleum jelly, also a semisolid mixture of hydrocarbons, the newly formed Junior league pollutes our water and destroys marine life. Avoiding them is es- and two Majors games. At 12 sential for the health of humans, animals, fi sh, water, land and air. noon, the fi rst game was paused Hydrocarbon is a synthetic chemical compound containing only to have our annual 1st pitch carbon and hydrogen atoms. This large group includes paraffi ns, ceremonies and to honor Louis olefi ns, acetylenes, and alicyclic, and of course, petroleum. They Cavagnaro, NEAA President. Louie has been volunteering are potentially allergenic and phototoxic as described above. State Senator Joseph Boncore, NEAA Coordinator John for the NEAA for over 50 years. Sodium laurel sulfate is a popular ingredient used as a detergent, Romano, Honoree Louis Cavagnaro, State Rep. Aaron Along with Louie’s family, many emulsifi er, and surfactant in over a thousand cosmetic products Michlewitz, and City Councilor Sal LaMattina. including shampoos, toothpastes, lotions and creams. It may be former NEAA players, coaches, labeled “natural,” but it’s not. And it is produced synthetically and directors and past presidents began a nice partnership with is hardly ever made from coconut oil (even when the label says it is). were in attendance. State Sena- the NEAA and the North End In a world with so many artifi cially produced ingredients, it tor Joe Boncore, Representa- and will participate in many would be diffi cult to completely abandon all our fave products. tive Aaron Michlewitz and City events with us. But what we can all do is educate ourselves and eliminate or cut Councilor Salvatore LaMattina We are grateful to our long- back our everyday bad products and replace them with natural attended the festivities to both time Team Sponsors: The and 100 percent ECCO certifi ed organic ones. Do your research honor Louie and to celebrate Regional Review Newspaper, and know what’s on the label. the children getting ready for St. Anthony’s Feast Society, Start by trying KOSMEA, an all-natural skincare line. another great season of NEAA St. Agrippina’s Feast Society Buona giornata and God bless the United States of America! baseball. Before the fi rst pitch and the Tomasone Club, as — Mary DiZazzo-Trumbull the National Anthem was sung well as League Sponsors: The by two young ladies who attend Boston Police Athletic League Read prior weeks’ “All That Zazz” columns at www.allthatzazz. the North End Music and Per- and North End Against Drugs. com. Mary is a third-generation cosmetologist and a Massachusetts forming Arts Center, Marlo and Baseball will be played virtu- distributor of Kosmea brand rose hip oil products. She may be con- Lina Walsh. ally seven days a week down the tacted at (978) 470-8183 or [email protected]. Thanks to the many sponsors park, stop by and watch these we had a free BBQ for all who fantastic, fun, family friendly attended and Joe The Balloon games. The schedule is avail- Greater Boston’s Affordable Private Cemetery Guy was there making balloons able at neaabaseball.org. Traditional Burial Plot (for 2) Starting at $1600 for all the kids. Special thanks go to the volunteers who cooked, served and sold raffl es tickets all day: Marlo and Lina Walsh singing Kenny Lanza, Michelle Petrigno, the National Anthem. Lillian Ferullo, Maryanne Tor- diglione, Damien Perez, Freddy away goodies all day long. RUFF Carangelo and Patricia Ro- is the dog group in the North mano. Also thanks to the Post- End who works tirelessly to Gazette for creating a wonder- educate both dog owners and ful opening day fl ier/program. non-dog owners about their Lastly, a special thanks to the animals and also help us keep Boston Parks Department and the park clean. Mayor Walsh for doing a great The Boston Public Market, job keeping our fi eld ready to located on Hanover and Black- play! stone Streets and run by new This year we also welcomed Executive Director Cheryl Cro- PINELLI’S the Boston Public Market and nin — a former NEAA Parent FUNCTION FACILITY R.U.F.F. to our program. They and wife of longtime coach Jack handed out information about Cronin — is a great place to Per the organizations and gave shop for fresh food and more, Umpire Domenic Dicenso. BEREAVEMENT BUFFET $17.95 Person

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Let’s Talk Painted Floors … in Revere would be closed and get elected, than anti-establish- However, it wasn’t an event for were held up in traffi c stops ment Donald Trump. So if you Let’s talk painted fl oors… legal immigrants, but rather a for 30 minutes while motorcy- believe this country is heading There is an infi nite amount of possibilities with painted rally to pressure lawmakers to clists made their way to Suffolk in the right direction, vote Clin- fl oors. Stenciling, bordering, faux fi nishing (e.g., have an make it legal to be illegal in the Downs … The annual Revere ton. If you believe this country area rug painted). You can also border or faux fi nish over Commonwealth. I wonder how Beach Kite Festival returned is in big trouble, vote Donald an existing wood fl oor. the legal immigrants who went this past Sunday, a perfect Trump ... Is “BYOB” (Bring Just about any fl ooring surface that is in good shape can through all the red tape to live windy day for fl ying kites. The Your Own Bottle) a good idea? be painted. Wood, concrete, ceramic tile, sheet vinyl, vinyl here feel. Not much difference festival gave out free kites to The Boston Licensing Board’s tile, etc. between Healey and former A.G. the first 300 kids under 12. recent approval to lift the ban This also applies to a commercial space. Martha Coakley! Legal minds Thousands made their way to on patrons bringing their own Wood fl oors should be sanded before a primer is applied. want to know: Isn’t Attorney Revere Beach to participate liquor to establishments with 30 Pick up a primer/sealer paint; this will hide the wood grain General Maura Healey breaking in this colorful Fly Kite Day ... seats or less may be asking for and any visible defects in the fl oor. A compatible sealer the law by lobbying for illegals Transgender rights bill passes problems. Question: Who will be should be listed on the paint you select. to be made legal? It’s under- 33-4 in State Senate. It’s now monitoring how many beers or It is not the paint itself that resists the wear and tear of standable why people want to up to the House and Governor glasses of wine the people who foot traffi c. You have to apply a clear urethane. Once the come to this country! It’s the to sign it into law. If signed, the bring their own bottles con- paint is dried, give it two or three days, then apply three land of the free and the home bill would outlaw discrimina- sume? … New construction of coats of a water-based urethane. Make sure to get a non- of everything free. While we’re tion against transgender people condos is a topic of discussion yellowing type; it should be on the label. handing out goodies to newcom- in public places, among them in East Boston and other urban Urethane is a durable material that creates a very hard ers, this country has homeless public bathrooms and locker areas. Many condos are being surface which will protect the fl oors. If a surface is not pro- Americans and many of our vet- rooms. That gives transgen- built up so fast that they appear tected with a urethane, it will become very dingy in a short erans are living on the streets! der people the right to enter to be quite fl imsy. Questions period of time. Is this what the liberal loonies a bathroom or locker room of frequently asked: Will these To maintain a shiny fi nish, I would suggest applying a want??? ... Hats off to Southie! choice by identity gender, rather new condo units be occupied coat of urethane every couple of years. South Boston residents stood than birth gender ... Paul Ryan by government-subsidized fami- For vinyl and tile fl oors, make sure to remove any mil- fi rm against Starbucks, a cof- claims he is dragging his feet lies??? There aren’t too many dew. You can lightly sand to create a rough surface. This fee chain that already has three with an endorsement of Donald working people that can afford will help the paint adhere. Apply a primer/sealer as you operations in the neighbor- Trump. Evidently Republicans to pay $2,000 and up a month would for a wood fl oor. hoods from getting licenses. don’t care that they may be for rent ... Legalizing marijuana I suggest an oil base paint for fl oors … Happy painting! Residents like traditional mom handing the presidency to Hill- in Massachusetts? Not such a and pop coffee shops and don’t ary Clinton. This country is in good idea in lieu of the huge want Starbucks to put them a sad state of affairs when an drug problem here. Legalizing out of business. ... Have a safe arrogant and stale Mitt Romney, marijuana is only adding to the Memorial Day weekend! ... Till the Bush Family, and some problem ... Live racing will re- next time!

MAYOR WALSH ANNOUNCES ENROLLMENT FOR BCYF’s Snap Shot Teen Photography Program “Thank you to John Hancock’s MLK Scholars Program for sup- porting this program.” A professional photographer teaches the program. Partici- Stenciling. pants learn about different techniques, equipment, and concepts. They are also intro- duced to a variety of profes- sional photographers through books, websites, and exhibi- tions in art galleries and mu- seums around Boston. The program also includes fi eld trips to different neighborhoods in Boston. At the end of the sum- mer, their work is showcased at Mayor Martin J. Walsh is en- photography while they explore an exhibition. couraging Boston youth, ages Boston’s neighborhoods, mu- The program will run from 16-18, to apply now for Boston seums, and historic sites. The Tuesday, July 5th, through Fri- Faux fi nish area rug, “I love it”! Centers for Youth & Families young people also photograph day, August 19th. Participants (BCYF) Snap Shot Teen Pho- many BCYF community cen- will work 20 hours each week. tography Program. This unique ters, programs, and events. Interested young people can summer job program is made “This is a great summer em- apply by visiting Boston.Gov/ possible via a partnership be- ployment opportunity for teens BCYF and clicking the “sum- tween BCYF and the John Han- who are interested in learn- mer” link for the application. cock MLK Summer Scholars ing photography while explor- Deadline for applying is May Program. The BCYF Snap Shot ing our City and making new 20th. For more information, con- program teaches youth about friends,” said Mayor Walsh. tact [email protected]. BEWARE of IRS SCAMS

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If the victim refuses specifi c payment method for your taxes, such to cooperate, they are then threatened with ar- as a prepaid debit card; 4) ask for credit or rest, deportation, or suspension of a business debit card numbers over the phone; or 5) or driver’s license. Or, victims may be told they threaten to bring in local police or other law- have a refund due to try to trick them into shar- enforcement groups to have you arrested for www.BOSTONPOSTGAZETTE.com ing private information. not paying. PAGE 8 POST-GAZETTE, MAY 20, 2016 Saint Emeric of Hungary THOUGHTS by DAN by Bennett Molinari and Richard Molinari About This & That Prince Saint Emeric of Hun- with Daniel A. DiCenso gary was born in Veszpre’m, Hungary, in the year 1007. He was the only son of King Ste- The Art Thieves phen I, the fi rst Christian King of Hungary, and wife Gisella. Stephen was a Magyar (Hungar- ian) and Gisella was Bavarian. claiming someone was trying Emeric was the last child born to hurt him. The guards on of their marriage and the only duty that night knew not to let one to survive infancy. him in, offering instead to call From the age of 15 to 23, the police for him. Once calling Emeric was educated in a strict the police was mentioned as an and ascetic spirit by a Vene- option, the strange visitor ran tian Benedictine monk, Gerard off. In hindsight, this was likely Sagredo, who later became a test of the security system bishop of Csanád. Emeric was and admission procedure after intended to be the next mon- hours. However, the Isabella arch of Hungary, and his father Stewart Gardner Museum was worked diligently to prepare him to hand over some of his re- The Stolen Artworks lacking in security measures, a for this task. sponsibilities to Emeric, but fact well known to the guards. th Emeric was destined to in- it is not true that he resigned The night of March 18 , 1990, come involved in the largest art The reasons for a defi ned pro- herit the traditions of his an- his crown to him. Emeric’s started out normal enough for theft in history. tocol were obvious, especially cestors, which on his maternal energies and attention centered Richard Abath, a security guard At around 1:24 am, Abath’s since the year before the neigh- side were those of the German on the Christian faith. He was at the Isabella Stewart Gardner night would turn from routine boring Museum of Fine Arts rulers of the Holy Roman Em- strongly attracted to the type of Museum. St. Patrick’s Day par- to infamous. Unseen by Abath had set precedent by updating pire, and on his father’s, the spirituality made popular by the ties were dying down around and the other guard on duty, two its security system with clearly equestrian nomad tradition of Cluny reform, which started in midnight when Abath started men emerged from a red Dodge defi ned guidelines, eliminating the Magyars. When Emperor France. Though prevented from doing his rounds in the museum. Daytona that had been parked gray areas. Among the short- Conrad II planned to dis-endow joining a monastery, Prince At the time, Abath had recent- outside the museum entrance comings of the Isabella Stewart the diocese of Bamberg, he Emeric, in his private life, fol- ly dropped out of the Berklee since midnight. When they rang Gardner’s security system was proposed to give Prince Emeric lowed monastic ways, especially School of Music and was a hard- the buzzer on the museum door, having only one panic button an interest in the spoils, but vigils before the altar, prayer partying 23-year-old trying to Abath realized they were Boston located behind the desk. This his father Stephen would not and self-discipline. His zeal for fi nance a music career through Police officers. They claimed would prove detrimental after allow this to happen. A written the faith was exceptional. security work. He was hired as they were responding to a dis- what happened next. segment of Stephen’s parental Stephen‘s plans to have his the museum’s night guard in turbance in the area and, since instructions to his son has been son succeed him were never 1988 and often arrived to work a loud and boozy St. Patrick’s preserved in a text called “The fulfi lled. On September 2, 1031, stoned or drunk. However, it Day party was going on in an Paternal Ten Commandments”. at age 24, Emeric was killed by got to be too much, and by apartment nearby, this wasn’t th They are listed as follows: 1. a boar while hunting. It is as- March 18 , Abath had already hard to believe. The museum Live your religion. 2. Respect sumed that this happened in given the museum his two-week did have a policy about letting the Church. 3. Honor the Bish- Romania. He was buried in the notice. If there was anything in visitors after hours, a policy ops. 4. Respect the positions Székesfehérvár Basilica. Several unusual about his procedure that Abath knew. and persons in government. wondrous healings and conver- that night, it only appeared so “I know I wasn’t supposed to 5. Be patient and make best sions happened at his grave. in hindsight to other museum let strangers into the museum judgements. 6. Be cordial to- On November 5, 1063, King workers. At around 1 am, after after hours, but no one told me ward foreigners. 7. Accept good Ladislaus I unearthed Emeric‘s switching places with the desk what to do if the police showed advice. 8. Use the wisdom and bones in a large ceremony, and guard, Abath opened and then up saying they were there to in- experience of your ancestors. Emeric was canonized by Pope quickly shut the Palace Road vestigate a disturbance,” Abath 9. Possess the habit of prayer. Gregory VII for his pious life door. Abath would later claim told the Boston Globe. “What 10. Perform good deeds. and purity along with his father that this was the way he had was I supposed to do?” Richard Abath as he was Emetic married in the year and Bishop Gerard of Csanád. been taught to make sure the Indeed, a few weeks earlier, found by police eight hours 1022. The identity of his wife His feast day is celebrated on door was truly locked, a point a panicked pedestrian had ap- after the robbery. is disputed. 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Pirandello Chairman of the Board Dr. Stephen Maio, Vice President Atty. Frank Ciano, I Migliori Honorees Donald McGowan, Charles Centore, Stephen P. Tocco, Antonio Cillo, Master of Ceremonies Laura Carlo, Pirandello President Rosario Cascio, Consul General of Italy, Dott. Nicola De Santis, I Migliori Honorees Angelo Ivo Cubi, Dr. Baldassare DiBartolo, State Rep. Adrian Madaro, and Pirendello 2nd Vice President/Treasurer Maria Capogreco.

Outstanding in every way years, has been acclaimed by attended the event on behalf was the comment of many of Boston Magazine as one of the of the Italian government. To the 200 guests attending the foremost honors to be given to discover more about these 2016 I Migliori in Mens et Gesta an Italian-American. The I awards and to make a (the Best in Mind and Deeds) Migliori awards are recognized nomination for 2017, readers event at the Logan Airport both in America and in Italy. are encouraged to go to the Hilton Hotel. This award, given This year, the Consul General Pirandello website: www. every year for the past 31 of Italy, Nicola De Santis, pirandello.com.

Pirandello Lyceum President Donald McGowan, recipient Rosario Cascio with Angelo of the President’s Award, and Ivo Cubi, recipient of the Pirandello Lyceum President Entrepreneur Award. Rosario Cascio.

Dr. Baldassare DiBartolo, State Rep. Adrian Madaro Pirandello Lyceum President recipient of the Science- receiving the Public Service Rosario Cascio with Charles Higher Education Award, and Award, and Pirandello Lyceum Centore, recipient of the High- Pirandello Lyceum President President Rosario Cascio. Tech Entrepreneur Award. Rosario Cascio.

Steve Maio, chairman of the Pirandello Lyceum Board of L-R: State Recording Secretary Marie Jackson, Past State First Governors, presenting an Lady Kathy DiStefano, Past State President James DiStefano, inscribed crystal decanter to Antonio Cillo, recipient of the Stephen P. Tocco, recipient Past State President Florence Ferullo Kane, Donald McGown, Rosario Cascio, in appreciation Italian Culture Award, and of the Consultant-Chief State First Lady Marieanne Sestito, and State President of his eight plus years of Pirandello Lyceum President Executive Award, and Antonio Sestito. strong leadership as President Rosario Cascio. Pirandello Lyceum President of the Pirandello Lyceum. Rosario Cascio. (Photos by Rosario Scabin, Ross Photography)

Seated, L-R: Pirandello Board Members and Honorees, Nicolane Ciano, Josephine Parrella, Lola Lombardo, I Migliori Honoree Stephen Tocco, I Migliori Honoree Dr. Baldassare DiBartolo, I Migliori Honoree Charles Centore, Dorothy Maio, Maria Luisa Saraceni, and Rosario Cascio. Standing, L-R: Lino Rullo, Atty Frank Ciano, Sal Bramante, Dr. Tino Valdesolo, Dr. Anthony Lori, Robert Trifi letti, I Migliori Honoree Don McGowan, Vincent Fazzolari, I Migliori Honoree Antonio Cillo, Franco Vitiello, I Migliori Honoree Angelo Ivo Cubi, Jim Pinzino, I Migliori Honoree Adrian Madaro, Dr. Dean Saluti, Margorie Cahn, Frank Fredella, and Dr. Stephen Maio. PAGE 10 POST-GAZETTE, MAY 20, 2016

The time has come, the walrus said, TO TALK OF MANY THINGS of shoes and ships and sealing wax of cabbages and kings by Sal Giarratani WARD 1 DEMOCRAT’S TH THE MUSIC OF NASHVILLE: “Drunk in Heels,” the refl ec- MEET MAY 26 SEASON 4, VOL. 2 tive surprise of “Stupid Girl,” A meeting of the East Boston Big Machine Records and the wishful “Three Days Ward 1 Democratic Committee If you are a faithful fan of in Bed.” That’s just the half of will be held at the Salesian Boys Nashville, you may want to it, continuing with the melt- and Girls Club on Thursday, th invest in the show’s newest in-your-mouth “Sugar,” the May 26 at 6:00 pm. Guest soundtrack from Season 4, pleading “Chaser,” the painful speakers will be City Councilor Volume 2, as it will be the hurt of “Starting Over,” and the Sal LaMattina and State Rep. show’s last season. The “Of- revelation of “Salvation Works.” Adrian Madaro. All Democrats fi cially Cancelled” tag was re- Nettles played a huge part in are welcomed. Anyone inter- cently stamped on Nashville, penning most of the songs for ested in becoming members are ending their four-season reign. this album, making it even encouraged to attend. The fourth season spawned more of a part of herself. The CHANNEL FISH CONTINUES winners such as, “I Can’t Say pain in her voice tells the story “SAY NO TO EVERSOURCE!” No to Love” (Will Chase/Luke in song, including “Way Back CAMPAIGN Wheeler), “Soul Survivor” and Home,” and she teams up with The ongoing debate over “Caged Bird” (Aubrey Peeples/ Jennifer Lopez for “My House.” plans by Eversource shows no signs of abating. On Satur- Layla Grant and Jonathan Excellent album! day, May 7th, Channel Fish Co., Jackson/Avery Barkley), the LOVE & FRIENDSHIP was collecting more signatures pretty “Only Tennessee” (Clare SOUNDTRACK from the community in oppo- Bowen/Scarlett O’Connor), Sony Classical Shown in photo are Aurora Silvestro, her dad Louis Silvestro, sition to Eversource’s plans. “Kinda Dig the Feeling” (Jona- Jane Austen’s Lady Susan president of Channel Fish Co., and Kenia Guevara collecting The “Say No to Eversource” than Jackson), and “Movin’ in Vernon is the basis of the story, signatures at their booth in Eagle Square. campaign keeps on collecting Never Felt so Good” and “Ain’t it and Mark Suozzo is the musi- (Photo by Sal Giarratani) signatures and support in the Beautiful” from Chris Carmack cal director who brings it all neighborhood. Electoral College.” Sounds like just feel good stuff, but poten- (Will Lexington). Charles Esten together with mesmerizing. 40TH ANNIVERSARY something Jeff Kuhner might tially deadly, too. Send this bill (Deacon Claybourne) solos on Suozzo’s brilliant work brings to BOSTON TOUR say, too. to study and keep it there. “From Here on Out,” trailed by life dramatic French overtures, If you’re a baby boomer then POLISH FEST BOSTON IT’S ABOUT THE CHILDREN co-headliner Hayden Panettiere marches, wistful and sensuous you remember Boston. No, not Sunday, May 1st, saw the On Sunday, May 22nd (this (Juliette Barnes) on a pair of arias, and Beethoven’s cello the city, but the band. For the Polish-American Parade march Sunday), East Boston’s own beauties, “Hole in the World” sonatas, wind symphonies and fi rst time in decades, Boston from Our Lady of Czestochowa rock band, Beawolfe, will be and “One Place Too Long,” plus the spiritual quality of the reli- is coming home this summer Church, down the street from performing at TEAM LIMIT- Lennon and Maisy Stella as gious music of Charpentier and to the Wang Theatre on Sun- Andrew Square up to the Pol- LESS FUNDRAISER for Chil- the Conrad sisters Maddie and Frémart. The injection of the day, August 14th, and Monday, ish American Citizens Club on dren’s Hospital Boston at the Daphne, soloing on “Wild Card,” Irish Film Orchestra brought August 15th. For more informa- Boston Street, near the South Hard Rock Café in Faneuil Hall “’Til the Stars Come Out Again,” a stylistic unity to the many tion, go to www.citicenter.org, Boston-Dorchester line, for a Marketplace from noon until and in a duet on “All We Ever musical genres and compos- or call 800-982-2787. giant block party. The locale 5:00 pm. One hundred percent Wanted.” Mix in co-headliner ers. The 27-song soundtrack WHERE’S GRAHAM NOW? of this festival is now offi cially of all monies raised goes to the Connie Britton (Rayna James) features well-known composers known as “The Polish Triangle.” Children’s Hospital Genetics on “Hold On to Me,” along with Handel, Purcell, Charpentier, Sources say that it is among Department. a Bowen and Sam Palladio duet Mozart, Vivaldi, along with less the oldest Polish communities Come hear some great music on “The Rubble.” If it is the end frequently recorded composers in America. and help a great cause, too. of the road for Nashville, they’ve Frémart, Boyce, Jadin, and SOUTH BOSTON Tickets at door. left us some good songs! Vogel. A sampling has “Music OPEN STUDIOS EMPIRE CAST – for the Funeral of Queen Mary” This year’s South Boston ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK: (Purcell), “A Medley of Marches” Open Studios will be held on LEGAL NOTICE SEASON 2, VOL. 2 from André Gréty, Antonio Saturday, May 21st, and Sun- Columbia Sacchini and Joseph Gossec, day, May 22nd from 12:00 pm Commonwealth of Massachusetts The action and intensity of “Adagio from Cello Sonata No. 3 The Trial Court to 6:00 pm. There will be an art Middlesex Probate and Family Court television’s hottest show, Em- In a Major” (Beethoven), “Ballet- auction benefi ting Paraclete of 208 Cambridge Street pire, is carried over onto the orig- March from Amadis De Gaule” Cambridge, MA 02141 South Boston at the 555 Gallery (617) 768-5800 inal soundtrack with 11 tracks (Bach), and “Allegro from Cello opening Friday, May 20th from Docket No. MI16P2532PM of slick beats and tasty lyrics. Concerto in C Minor (RV 402)” As someone who loves con- 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. For more Opening with the driving beat of from Vivaldi. A fi lm that’s not CITATION GIVING NOTICE OF servative talk radio, I do miss information, go to www.south- PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF Jussie Smollett’s (Jamal Lyon) only fun to watch, but also en- Michael Graham. I found out bostonopenstudios.org. CONSERVATOR OR OTHER “Freedom” setting the pace, joyable to listen to! recently that he is now on the FAKE GUN BILL FLAWED PROTECTIVE ORDER PURSUANT TO G. L. c. 190B, § 5-304 & § 5-405 his vocals are spread through- THE NICE GUYS - air down in Atlanta on 106.7 Recently, State Rep. Dan Cul- out the eleven cuts, including ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE In the matter of FM from nine to noon. When I linane, D-Dorchester, has pro- EWEN JOHNSON “Hemingway” and duets “Shine SOUNDTRACK checked out his page, I found posed a bill that would require of Ayer, MA on Me” and “My Own Thang,” Lakeshore Records a great Grahamism, “Trump is replica or toy guns to be indel- RESPONDENT with Bre-Z, “Chasing the Sky” The Nice Guys is a ’70s-style so strong, he doesn’t need the ibly marked with bright colorful (Person to be Protected/Minor) with Terrence Howard (Lucious comedy starring Russell Crowe stripes so that police will know To the named Respondent and all other interested persons, a petition has been fi led Lyon) and Yazz, a.k.a. Bryshere and Ryan Gosling. Obviously that the weapon someone is by Miatta Green of Ayer, MA in the above cap- Gray. In the show, Gray portrays the music is also from the ’70s • Stirpe Nostra holding isn’t real. When I fi rst tioned matter alleging that Ewen Johnson is Hakeem Lyon, and his vocals era, giving listeners the chance (Continued from Page 2) in need of a Conservator or other protective heard of this idea, I thought it order and requesting that Jonathan J. Davey are heard on “All Nite” featuring to reach back to the memories of consequently he was forced to was foolish because the bad of Quincy, MA (or some other suitable person) Serayah (Tiana Brown), Jamila that time. A sparkling 15-track construct a prison in the heart guys know how to paint off the be appointed as Conservator to serve With Velazquez (Laura Calleros) and collection includes former hits of Rome, and it was named Surety on the bond. colorful stripes or paint them The petition asks the court to determine that Yo Gotti, and “Got That Work,” “Papa was a Rolling Stone” (The “Carcer.” It was constructed on. Another piece of make- the Respondent is disabled, that a protective and “No Competition” with Se- Temptations), “Get Down on about 12 feet below ground believe feel good legislation. order or appointment of a Conservator is nec- rayah. “Look But Don’t Touch” it” (Kool & The Gang), “Boogie and lined with stone blocks. essary, and that the proposed conservator is Kudos to State Rep. Randy appropriate. The petition is on fi le with this court. is a catchy solo from Serayah, Oogie Oogie” (A Taste of Honey), The only entrance was through Hunt of East Sandwich who You have the right to object to this pro- and she serves up the driving “September” (Earth, Wind & a hole in the ceiling. Prisoners recently opined on the Letters ceeding. If you wish to do so, you or your “Body Speak,” a potpourri of Fire), “Couldn’t Get it Right” were tightly bound and lowered attorney must fi le a written appearance at this page of the Boston Herald that, court on or before 10:00 AM on the return date songs (w)rapped for your listen- (Climax Blues Band), and “Love into the chamber by ropes. “Someone will paint a real pistol of July 11, 2016. This day is NOT a hearing ing pleasure! and Happiness” (Al Green). Odd Executioners descended by lad- in the same manner, knowing date, but a deadline date by which you have to fi le the written appearance if you object to JENNIFER NETTLES – to think of Crowe and Gosling ders to perform their countless that it will put a cop on notice the petition. If you fail to fi le the written appear- PLAYING WITH FIRE as comedy actors, but they pull butcheries and slow tortures. not to shoot.” ance by the return date, action may be taken Big Machine Records it off nicely, especially with the According to a tradition of Hunt is so right. This bill isn’t in this matter without further notice to you. In addition to fi ling the written appearance, you or Just a quick look at the cover blended soundtrack. Additional the Roman Catholic Church, your attorney must fi le a written affi davit stating photo on Jennifer Nettles’ new fl ashbacks continue with the St. Peter and St. Paul were the specifi c facts and grounds of your objection album will alert you to the fact disco, funk, and jazz tracks imprisoned here during the within 30 days after the return date. that this lady is back with a ven- “Dazz” (Brick), “Boogie Wonder- later reign of Nero, and the IMPORTANT NOTICE Your Ad The outcome of this proceeding may geance. Don’t let that smooth, land” (Earth, Wind & Fire), “Jive Church also declares that a limit or completely take away the above- comforting smile fool you, she Talkin’” (Bee Gees), “Rock and spring which still exists sprang named person’s right to make decisions still packs a wallop with her Roll All Nite” (KISS), and “Ain’t up miraculously for the bap- Could Go about personal affairs or fi nancial affairs or both. The above-named person has the songs. Playing with Fire is a title Got No Home” (The Band). The tism of jailers by St. Peter. The right to ask for a lawyer. Anyone may make that warns you this young lady fi nal foursome to complete the structure was therefore named Here this request on behalf of the above-named is smoking hot. A dozen reasons track has Rupert Holmes’ “Es- S. Pietro in Carcer. Ancus person. If the above-named person cannot afford a lawyer, one may be appointed at begin with the smoking title cape” (The Pina Colada Song), Marcius died after a reign of For information about State expense. track, followed by her current “Lonely Boy” (Andrew Gold), “A 24 years and was in no way advertising in Witness, HON. EDWARD F. DONNELLY, JR., hit, the tender “Unlove You,” the Horse with No Name” (America) inferior to his predecessors in the Post-Gazette, call First Justice of this Court. smack-in-the-face confi dence of and, finally, “Green Apples” peace or in war. 617-227-8929. Date: May 16, 2016 “Hey Heartbreak,” turning the from Herb Alpert & The Tijuana NEXT ISSUE: Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate cheek with the unsympathetic Brass! The Etruscans Three Run date: 5/20/16 POST-GAZETTE, MAY 20, 2016 PAGE 11

known for. With 28 studio albums under displays. Additional activities in The NORTH SHORE MUSIC THEATRE his belt, and sell-out shows year after Kids Planet range from face painting 62 Dunham Road, Beverly, MA year, it’s no wonder that Buffett has to healthy treats. Numerous booths 978-232-7200 amassed a large and incredibly loyal onsite will offer educational displays, www.NSMT.org following known as “Parrot Heads.” Buf- exhibits, and food sampling. The booths FUNNY GIRL — June 7-19, 2016. NOW fett will deliver an unforgettable night will be staffed by event sponsors and Bill Hanney’s award-winning North of fun times, hilarious stories and great local environmental and non-profit Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) is proud PLAYING music!!! organizations. to announce that recording artist and Broadway veteran Shoshana Bean has SHALIN LIU PERFORMANCE CENTER SUFFOLK DOWNS been cast as Fanny Brice in an all new UPTOWN & DOWNTOWN 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA 525 McClellan Highway, East Boston production of Funny Girl. Funny Girl 978-546-7391 CIRQUE DU SOLEIL — May 27- is the hit Broadway musical that tells [email protected] 29, 2016. Cirque du Soleil’s brings its the story of Fanny Brice’s rise from OTHELLO IN THE SERAGLIO: The Kurios show to Boston for a dazzling the stages of Vaudeville to becoming a Tragedy of Sümbül the Black Eunuch performance sure to please the whole world-renowned Ziegfeld star. But while — June 12, 2016. Othello, a uniquely family. Part art, part human circus, part she was cheered onstage as a great powerful coffeehouse opera, tells an phantasmagoric spectacle — nothing comedian, she had a more troubled age-old story of passionate love and quite matches Cirque’s unique blend of private life. The musical’s beloved score murderous jealousy. Sümbül, a Black music, dance, choreography, and acro- includes the songs: “People,” “Don’t slave in 17th century Ottoman Court, batics. This year’s performance takes Rain on My Parade,” and “I’m the Great- rises to power and riches, only to come place under the Grand Chapiteau at est Star.” to a tragic end. The opera is performed beautiful Suffolk Downs. on European period instruments and REAGLE MUSIC THEATRE traditional Turkish instruments by an LYNN AUDITORIUM 617 Lexington St., Waltham, MA ensemble of 12 musicians, singers and 3 City Hall Square, Lynn, MA 781-891-5600 a storyteller. The storyteller spins out 781-599-SHOW www.ReagleMusicTheatre.org a well-known tale, a historically-based www.LynnAuditorium.com CAROUSEL — June 9-19, 2016. Car- legend of love and jealousy, intensifi ed JACK HANNA’S INTO THE WILD ousel was named the best musical of the by the crossing of boundaries between LIVE! — October 15, 2016. America’s 20th century by Time Magazine. Span- the free and the enslaved, white and most beloved animal expert, Jack ning heaven and earth to explore themes black, Muslim and non-Muslim, East Hanna, brings his two-time Emmy of human frailty and resilience, Carou- and West. The opera intertwines three Award winning television series to the sel tells the story of roguish carnival different tales, including The Tragedy live stage with Jack Hanna’s Into the barker Billy Bigelow and mill worker of Othello, the Moor of Venice by William Wild Live! In this awe-inspiring event, Julie Jordan, who meet and fall in love. Shakespeare, Un Capitano Moro (A Moor- Jungle Jack will introduce you to some It is a story of love, violence, hope and ish Captain) by Giovanbattista Giraldi of the world’s most spectacular animals. redemption. This iconic American classic (Cinzio), and Kızlarağası’nın Piçi (The Jack will also share humorous stories features some of the most powerful music Bastard of the Chief Black Eunuch) by and amazing exclusive footage from ever written for the stage, including “If Reşad Ekrem Koçu. his worldwide adventures. From the I Loved You,” “Mister Snow,” “June is THE KINGSTON TRIO — August 28, jungles of Rwanda to the savannas of Bustin’ Out All Over,” and the iconic EarthFest takes place this Saturday, May 21st, with live music, 2016. Known for their role in the folk Australia, Jack has explored the cor- “You’ll Never Walk Alone.” revival of the early ‘60s, their iconic ners of the globe as one of the most evironmental exhibits, The Kids Planet, and much more. See takes on traditional folk classics like visible and respected animal ambas- SPECIAL EVENTS SECTION for more details. “Tom Dooley,” and for their trademark sadors. You’ve seen him appear on DANCE Truth of Touch, which is the composer’s three-part harmonies, The Kingston David Letterman, Good Morning America, fi rst album of original studio music in Trio returns to Rockport for an unfor- and many others — now you can enjoy MUSIC almost a decade. Come hear the music gettable evening of vintage folk clas- Jungle Jack’s infectious energy as he BOSTON OPERA HOUSE that touches the world. sics. Currently featuring the talents takes you “into the wild!” to see some of 539 Washington St., Boston, MA TD GARDEN MEGHAN TRAINOR: The Untouch- of George Grove, Bill Zorn, and Rick the most fascinating animals, live! 617-259-3400 100 Legends Way, Boston, MA able Tour — September 24, 2016. Dougherty, the Trio will perform be- www.BostonOperaHouse.com 617-624-1050 The 22-year-old singer will kick off loved hits like “M.T.A,” “Worried Man,” GORE PLACE SWAN LAKE — Now through May www.TDGarden.com the Untouchable Tour on July 14th in “Greenback Dollar,” and “Where Have 52 Gore Street, Waltham, MA 25, 2016. Boston Ballet’s spring season ANDREA BOCELLI — December 17, Vancouver, Canada, and bring the tour All the Flowers Gone?” among many www.GorePlace.org kicks off with Mikko Nissinen’s Swan 2016. Bocelli has recorded fourteen solo to a close September 24th in Boston. other favorites. This summer, the Trio PLANTING INSIDE THE BOX - Raised Lake, back by popular demand after studio albums of both pop and classi- Untouchable promotes Trainor’s new will be the subject of a high profi le PBS Bed Workshop — May 21, 2016 from a record-breaking world premiere in cal music, three greatest hits albums, album, Thank You, which is scheduled special titled The Kingston Trio: An All- 10:00-11:30 am. There are a multitude October 2014. While Swan Lake is more and nine complete operas, selling over for release May 14th. Thank You is the Star Celebration. of benefi ts to planting inside the box. than 100 years old, it has truly timeless 80 million records worldwide. He has followup to Title, which debuted at No. Raised beds provide gardeners the power and is probably the most beloved had success as a crossover performer, 1 on the Billboard 200 in 2015. Trainor WANG THEATER opportunity to tailor the soil mixture, classical ballet in the world,” explains bringing classical music to the top of released the fi rst single, “No,” from Thank Citi Performing Arts Center extend the growing season, deter weeds Mikko Nissinen, Boston Ballet Artistic international pop charts. In 1999, he was You in March, and “Better” featuring 270 Tremont Street Boston, MA and pests, and plant a custom design. Director. “With so many sold out per- nominated for Best New Artist at the Gram- Yo Gotti in April. Trainor won Best 800-982-2798 In this workshop, long-time farmer Scott formances last season, I am thrilled to my Awards. “The Prayer,” his duet with New Artist at the Grammy Awards in www.CitiCenter.org Clarke will demonstrate techniques bring it back this year. Celine Dion for the animated fi lm Quest February. STEVEN TYLER ... Out on a Limb for planting fl owers and vegetables in for Camelot, won the Golden Globe for — September 4, 2016. Steven Tyler has a raised bed. Learn how to lay out a WANG THEATER Best Original Song and was nominated XFINITY CENTER played a few solo shows as of late. The square-foot garden, choose plants that Citi Performing Arts Center for an Academy Award in the same cat- 885 S. Main St., Mansfi eld, MA iconic rocker and budding country star are good companions, make use of 270 Tremont Street Boston, MA egory. With the release of his classical www.LiveNation.com shared his plans for a full-blown solo vertical space, and plant directly into 800-982-2798 album, Sacred Arias, Bocelli captured TOBY KEITH — July 22, 2016. Toby tour. Aerosmith’s frontman Out on a a bale of hay. Explore ways to develop www.CitiCenter.org a listing in the Guinness Book of World Keith never fails to give his dedicated Limb Tour will feature Tyler and backing the soil without the use of synthetic MAKS & VAL LIVE ON TOUR — Records, as he simultaneously held the fans a dynamite and groundbreaking band Loving Mary reworking some of his fertilizers so that your soil can feed the July 6, 2016. The thrilling all-new top three positions on the U.S. Classical yet personal performance … so it’s no most famous hits and sharing the stories plants and vice versa. Come ready to smash hit dance tour of the summer! Albums charts. Sacred Arias became wonder that people return time and time behind them; he’ll also weave in songs dig in and cultivate ideas for your own Maksim and Valentin Chmerkovskiy, the the biggest-selling classical crossover again to see the country superstar LIVE! from his upcoming country project. home garden! Attendees will receive a hottest stars of ABC’s hit show Dancing album by a solo artist of all time, Grab your opportunity to catch one of Tyler’s plans for a solo country career coupon for the annual Spring Plant Sale with the Stars, will be coming to the and with over twenty million copies the most highly-anticipated tours of the began swirling back in March of 2015. on May 27-29. Citi Wang Theatre. Brothers Maksim sold worldwide, his 1997 pop album entire year … tickets are guaranteed to That April, he offi cially announced his and Valentin Chmerkovskiy are bring- Romanza became the best-selling al- sell fast, so be sure to book early to avoid signing with Big Machine Label Group’s ing to life the show they have dreamed bum by an Italian artist of any genre disappointment! Dot Records. He released his fi rst coun- THEATER about since childhood, combining an in history. JIMMY BUFFETT & THE CORAL try single, “Love is Your Name,” last May. honest and unfi ltered narrative of their REEFER BAND — August 20, 2016. With his second country song, “Red, life story, with the world-class dancing, White & You,” Tyler proves he already creativity, and passion they are known BLUE HILLS BANK PAVILION Singer, songwriter, author, actor, and SHUBERT THEATRE has a solid grip on the genre, proclaim- for. Collaborating with the greatest 290 Northern Ave., Boston, MA businessman Jimmy Buffett has been a 265 Tremont Street, Boston, MA ing his love for America, America, and choreographers in the business and www.LiveNation.com staple on the American concert circuit 866-348-9738 the midnight sky. “When I look in your supported by a cast of fellow dance YANNI — July 26, 2016. This is Yanni since the early 1970s. Known for his www.CitiCenter.org eyes, all I wanna do is/Bang, bang, baby professionals, the show will surprise as you know him best, performing his anecdotal songs about a laid-back life SHOW BOAT — June 22 through like the 4th of July,” Tyler sings before and delight with timeless elegance and instrumental hits from shows that have on the beach, Buffett has described his July 3, 2016. Based on Edna Ferber’s shouting out Tom Petty, and sweet steamy seduction. become famous around the world. Fans music as “drunken Caribbean rock ‘n’ bestselling novel, this grand American will witness Yanni and his world-class roll,” or Gulf-and-Western, as it has potato pie, and in September, Tyler is hoping to debut a full album. musical follows the lives of the per- musicians as they take the stage to been dubbed by others. Buffett moved formers, stagehands and dock workers perform his greatest instrumental hits, to Nashville in the late 1960s with the on the Cotton Blossom, a Mississippi MUSEUMS made famous in his shows from The dream of becoming a country singer, River show boat. A groundbreaking Acropolis in Greece, The Taj Mahal in and he released his debut album in SPECIAL show when it debuted in 1927, Show India, The Forbidden City in China and 1970. After his fi rst marriage fell apart, Boat continues to touch audiences MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, BOSTON The Royal Albert Hall in England. For the he left Nashville for Key West and it was EVENTS with timeless themes and unforgettable 465 Huntington Avenue, Boston fi rst time ever, the live show will also in- there that he developed the easy-going music. Featuring the classic songs 617-267-9300 www.MFA.org troduce music from Yanni’s new album beach-bum persona that he has become SHATCH SHELL “Ol’ Man River,” “Can’t Help Lovin’ Dat KENNETH PAUL BLOCK ILLUSTRA- Esplanade Park, Boston, MA Man” and “Bill.” Music by Jerome Kern, TIONS — Through August 14, 2016. www.MyRadio929.com book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein Kenneth Paul Block (1925–2009) is ITALIAN RADIO PROGRAMS RADIO 92.9 EARTHFEST — Sat- II, based on the novel Show Boat by arguably the most important fashion urday May 21, 2016. The 23rd Annual Edna Ferber. Show Boat is presented illustrator of the second half of the 20th EarthFest, sponsored by Radio 92.9 through special arrangement with century. His versatility and ability to “The Sicilian Corner” — every Friday 10:00 am to Noon with hosts Tom and Whole Foods Market, is part of the R & H Theatricals. Directed by Meg create a graceful gesture, or evoke the Zappala and Mike Lomazzo and “The Best in Italian Music” with Nunzio Outside of the Box music festival. The Fofonoff and Stacey Stephens, choreo- high-energy of the post–WWII generation DiMarca every Sunday from 9:00 am to Noon. Go to www.1110wccmam.com. Radio 92.9 EarthFest is usually the graphed by Wendy Hall, with music make his work stand out among illustra- largest free radio station concert in direction by Charles Peltz. tors of his time. “Italia Oggi” — Sundays 11:00 am to Noon with host Andrea Urdi Boston. Past events have drawn in 1460 AM. excess of 100,000 people. Music “Dolce Vita Radio” — Sundays DJ Rocco Mesiti 11:00 am-1:00 pm; on the main stage usually starts at 90.7 FM or online www.djrocco.com. 11:00 am, and this year’s event will feature performances by The Strum- “The Nick Franciosa Show” — Sundays from Noon to 3:00 pm on WLYN bellas, Joywave, and Fitz and the 1360 AM. Tantrums, with a local band that won “Guido Oliva Italian Hour” — Sundays 8:00 am-9:00 am on WSRO the Battle of the Bands contest. The 650 AM and online at www.wsro.com. festival will also feature exhibits and environmental displays. Each exhibitor “Tony’s Place” on MusicAmerica WPLM FM 99.1 — Sundays is committed to raising awareness and 7:00 pm–2:00 am on MusicAmerica. Host Ron Della Chiesa presents Tony’s offering educational information about Place. Visit www.MusicNotNoise.com. different environmental issues facing “L’Italia Chiamo Italian Radio Show” hosted by Stefano Marchese and the planet. The 2016 Radio 92.9 Earth- Elisa Meazzini — Thursdays 3:00 pm-4:15 pm. Visit litaliachiamo.com; email: Fest will also feature once again The [email protected]. Tel. 857-334-0868. Kids Planet — an expanded interac- tive family area. The Kids Planet will “Intervallo Musicale” — Sundays 10:00-10:30 am; Host Carmine Guarino feature a wide variety of musical acts on WUNR 1600 AM and online at www.wunr.com. and entertainment as well as envi- ronmental activities and educational PAGE 12 POST-GAZETTE, MAY 20, 2016

Recipes from the Homeland by Vita Orlando Sinopoli

On this date, May 20, 1994, President Clinton hymen. Thou- COPYRIGHT, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED signed a law making it a federal offense to block sand of jinko VEAL AND CABBAGE STEW access to abortion clinics. And also on this date, shojo (artifi- VEAL AND CABBAGE STEW in the year 1506, Christopher Columbus, Geno- cial virgin) op- 1 1/2 pounds veal shoulder chop 2 pieces dried bay leaf ese navigator, passed away. erations are 1 small cabbage 4 whole cloves So what’s new? Security guards ordered 50 performed 1 medium onion chopped 1/4 cup canola, vegetable or students from a North Carolina middle-school each year. 3 small garlic cloves chopped olive oil choir visiting the 9/11 memorial in New York to Americans need not titter: In 1973, at least 2 ripe tomatoes 1/2 cup minute or regular rice stop singing the national anthem because sing- 300 men and women in this country received 4 small white potatoes (optional) ing is considered a “public demonstration” and lipectomies of the buttocks — also known as 3 carrots Salt requires a permit. “Some of the students were bottom lifts. Heat oil slowly in saucepan before adding veal shoulder to sear on very upset,” said their teacher, Martha Brown, Bang! Bang! The number of people shot in both sides. Remove meat from saucepan and set aside on a platter. “singing was their way of showing respect.” Chicago so far this year has already passed Add chopped onion and chopped garlic to saucepan and sim- An alleged robber tried to fl ee a Washington, 1,000. Gun violence in the city is at a level not mer until onion is opaque. Do not burn garlic. Add chopped fresh D.C., crime scene by climbing over the White seen since the 1990s, mostly because of gang tomatoes or ten ounces canned crushed tomato. Stir, cover and House security fence. Secret Service agents shootings, reported the Chicago Tribune. simmer for about ten minutes. quickly grabbed him. What? Americans collectively spend 11.4 billion Meanwhile, peel potatoes and carrots. If potatoes are large, cut Achtung! President Obama’s visit to Germany hours a year fi lling out government forms — an into two-inch portions and set aside. Cut carrots into two-inch was a valentine to his ally Chancellor Angela average of 35 hours per person — an analysis by portions and set aside separately. Remove spoiled outer leaves of Merkel. The chancellor is facing fi erce criticism the American Action Forum has found. The fed- cabbage. Cut cabbage in half. Cover one-half with plastic wrap at home for opening Germany to one million eral government interacts with citizens via about and store in refrigerator. Cut second half into three portions, wash refugees last year, and Obama went out of his 23,000 separate forms; the worst offender is the and set aside. way to praise her. Department of Health and Human Services, with Add veal to the saucepan. Cover and simmer about fi ve minutes. Wedding bells! Former Pennsylvania Senator more than 5,000 forms. Add carrots, bay leaf and whole cloves to the saucepan. Stir, cover Harris Wofford will marry a man 50 years his Citrullo! John Mattingly, Jr., served his and simmer slowly about ten minutes. Then add potatoes to the junior, two decades after the death of his wife. “I 85-year-old grandmother with an eviction notice, mixture. Place cabbage portions over potatoes and carrots. Spoon don’t categorize myself based on gender of those claiming that she hadn’t paid rent on the duplex the tomato mixture over cabbage. Add a little water if needed. I love,” Wofford, 90, wrote in a New York Times they share. Cover and simmer until meat and vegetables are fork tender. Salt op-ed. “I had a half-century of marriage with a Weirdo? William M. Holyfi eld, 35, checked into to taste. Remove bay leaf before serving. Serves two. wonderful woman, and now I am lucky for a sec- a downtown Hilton Hotel in Portland, Oregon, and OPTIONAL: Cook rice of choice according to directions on the ond time.” A Democrat who served as an advisor paid cash for one night’s lodging. He tried to pay package. Serve rice plain or with some tomato mixture over it. to President John F. Kennedy and Martin Luther for a second night’s stay, but was told the hotel Then add a serving of meat and vegetables to the platter. King, Jr., Wofford was 75 when he met Matthew was booked up because of a convention and that NOTE: I loved watching Mama create different recipes during Charlton, then 25. “We both felt the immediate his credit card was no good. According to police the years. Now I encourage others, including my children, to be spark,” he says, “and as time went on we realized spokesperson Henry Groepper, Holyfi eld refused creative and vary meats and vegetables in recipes. For instance, that our bond had grown into love.” to give up his room, announcing that he planned this meal can be prepared using Italian pork sausages or shoulder Two days after his death unleashed an inter- to stay there “until the year 2049.” When secu- pork chops in place of veal shoulder. The meat used in preparing national outpouring of grief, Prince was cremated rity guards tried to remove him, he climbed out this will determine the fl avor of the stew. and remembered in a small service for family and his window using knotted bed sheets as a rope friends at Paisley Park, his suburban Minneapolis to lower himself to the ground. Instead, he fell estate. The fi nal storage of his ashes will remain three fl oors, suffering a head injury and multiple • Thoughts by Dan (Continued from Page 8) confi dential. broken bones. The cops told Abath that there emerged that in the early 2000s Ready for this! A 10-foot-high statue of Hercu- Good idea? Police in Prince George’s County, was a warrant out for his arrest someone tried to sell a number les in the French town of Arachon has been fi tted Maryland, began visiting predominantly black and to step away from the desk of the paintings in Philadelphia, with a removable penis to thwart vandals, who’ve high schools to teach students the proper way (and, consequently, the only but little else has been said been stealing the mythical hero’s member. The to behave when being arrested. panic button in the building). about this clue. towering statue has been castrated numerous 56 percent of Americans support replacing Abath did so, thinking it was Also, it is clear that the times since it was erected in 1948. To protect Andrew Jackson on the $20 bill with Harriet all a big mistake, when one of thieves knew what they were Hercules’ manhood from hoodlums, town offi cials Tubman, including 80 percent of blacks, 51 per- the officers handcuffed him. doing; they turned off cameras have now commissioned a removable prosthetic cent of whites, and 34 percent of Republicans. According to an interview he and had a working knowledge that will be attached to the statue’s groin for It’s no secret that loneliness is unhealthy, gave years later, this was the of the museum. But they were special ceremonies in the park — and removed physically and emotionally. Already linked to a moment Abath realized the two clearly not professional art right after. “I wouldn’t want anyone — not even weakened immune system, unwanted isolation men he let in were not cops at thieves, given their rough han- my worst enemies — to go through what happens also takes a toll on the heart, new research sug- all, but robbers. For one thing, dling of the paintings (they cut to this statue,” Mayor Yves Foulon said. gests. Many people are lonely because they build they had frisked him and, on the paintings out of the frames, A Texas man had an unexpected encounter walls and not bridges. closer inspection, he noticed one leaving shredding from some on with an escaped tiger on the streets of suburban Only 52 percent of Americans say they own of the offi cers’ moustache was the marble fl oors) and leaving Houston. Jonathan Gessner spotted the big cat stock, according to Gallup, matching a record made of wax. His conclusion behind some of the museum’s peering out of a bush and decided to approach the low set in 2013. was confi rmed when the second most valuable pieces like a Mi- beast. “She started shaking her butt, like a cat Italian-American Women: The fi rst American security guard appeared and chelangelo and the museum’s getting in attack mode,” he said. “I thought about singer to perform at New York’s famed Metropoli- was also hand-cuffed. At this most valuable piece, Titian’s turning around but I was like, nah, I want to see tan Opera House without European training was point, the robbers admitted that Rape of Europa. what she does.” The animal leaped at Gessner, Rosa Ponselle. Born Rosa Ponzillo in Connecticut, they weren’t being arrested but Because the artwork may put its paws on his shoulders, and began licking “The Cinderella of Opera,” made her debut at the the museum was being robbed. have crossed state lines (some- his face. Animal control offi cers took the young Met in 1918 when she was 21 opposite Enrico The guards were then taken to thing the FBI all but confi rmed female tiger into custody, saying she’d escaped Caruso in Verdi’s La Forza del Destino after being the museum basement where in 2013), the FBI took over the from a private home during the recent fl ooding. discovered in vaudeville. She played over 20 roles they were tied to the pipes and case. However, this may have Bare facts! Londoners will soon be able to eat in her 19-year career at the Met, retiring in 1936 their eyes duct-taped while the ultimately hurt the investiga- truly “au natural” at the city’s fi rst nude res- to marry and teach. She died in 1981 at age 83. thieves ransacked the museum. tion as local authorities were taurant. The Bunyadi, due to open in June, will Suzette Charles, born Suzette De Gaetano, was In all, the burglary took a more familiar with Boston’s feature “clothed” and “unclothed” dining areas the fi rst Italian-American to win the Miss America little over eighty minutes. But criminal activity at the time. and staff who are “naked with only some cover- title as the second runner-up, replacing Vanessa by the end of it, thirteen works However, one determined ing,” said restaurant owner Seb Lyall. He hopes Williams in the contest. of art were taken: three works reporter on the case, Stephen to create an environment free from “the trappings Maria Teresa Cafarelli de Francisi was the by Rembrandt (including his Kurkjian, has done some of modern life,” with candlelight, food cooked on model for “Miss Liberty,” which appeared on only known seascape, The Storm digging of his own and came an open fi re, and tree stumps serving as chairs. the one dollar silver coins that circulated in the on the Sea of Galilee), fi ve by forward with a story in his “It won’t be a fi rst date venue,” Lyall said, “but U.S. during the 1920s and 1930s. The coins are Degas, and works by Vermeer, book about the case, Master certainly second dates and dinner with friends.” now valued at about $100 each. (Her husband, Manet, and Flinck. Altogether, Thieves. He believes the paint- Giuseppina, cosce storte, hopes a similar type Antonio de Francisi, was the coin’s engraver. He the works carried a value of ings were stolen by Bobby of restaurant will open in Boston so that she emigrated from Palermo in 1903 at age 16.) $500 million dollars. Donati as a bargaining tool to can apply for a job there. “I think I have a great- Reminder: Artist Georgia O’Keefe was of Italian In the twenty-six years since get his mob boss, Vincent Fer- looking body!” descent. Her mother was Ida Totto and the artist the Isabella Stewart Gardner rara, out of jail. Did you hear about the female nudist who was was named for her maternal grandfather, Giorgio Museum theft, many theories Another lead was discovered voted one of the “Ten Best Undressed Women?” Totto, who was born in Italy. and leads have emerged, but by the FBI. Robert Gentile, who Worst Operation: Japanese women are caught Celeste Lizio, who came to America during the the thirteen works of art are doesn’t rank as high as Ferrara between two worlds. On one hand there is the 1930s and opened a restaurant with her husband still missing and the mystery in the criminal hierarchy, was liberated life-style of the cities and universities, in Chicago, founded Mama Celeste’s Pizza, and has only deepened. Abath still rumored to have a few of the and on the other there is the traditional conserva- a line of frozen Italian foods that she later sold carries with him the cloud of paintings at his home in Con- tive sexual ethic which makes Victorianism seem to Quaker Oats. suspicion which he has tried to necticut, but nothing was found. like swinging sin. Many Japanese men would Our great musicologist Al Natale, reminds us, dispel for almost three decades. And so the mystery continues not consider marrying a woman who was not a the songs “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” “Lullaby of Who was behind the theft and and deepens with each passing virgin, but, fortunately, modern medical science Broadway,” and “An Affair to Remember” were what was done with the paint- year. To this day, the empty frames has come up with a way for experienced young some of the songs written by Harry Warren, born ings after? Evidence appeared still hang at the Isabella Stewart women to return to the state of innocence. In Salvatore Guaragna. Yes, an Italian-American! suggesting the thieves were Gardner Museum in the hopes only half an hour, and for the modest price of part of a criminal ring operating that one day, somewhere, one of $150, Japanese plastic surgeons will create a new AMERICA IS A BEAUTIFUL ITALIAN NAME on the East Coast and rumors the missing artworks will show up. POST-GAZETTE, MAY 20, 2016 PAGE 13

• East Boston Museum & Historical Society (Continued from Page 1) In the 1980s, Christoforo of the world’s fastest clipper began writing a column for the ships, to its status as the sec- musician’s union magazine and ond-busiest port of entry for eventually began writing the immigrants. Nanna and Babbononno column While the board of the East for the Post-Gazette. This May Boston Museum project search- marks the 25th anniversary of es for a permanent location, it Last week I fi nished the story When Sal and the two older did the talking, “First of all, this his column. is looking at several temporary about Uncle Gus and was asked men heard this as they ap- isn’t Fascist Italy. Second of all, This summer he launches a options. However, events such by several readers if I would proached me, all were laughing how dare you treat people in compilation of short humorous as the Guest Speaker Series al- continue with the story of that loudly at my situation. We all this fashion, throwing creden- stories about his years at Eng- low visitors to see the museum’s 1972 trip to Italy. With your waited for the donkey and the tials in their faces. The driver lish High School. The event is potential. permission, I will continue with little old man to have their fi ll of is the son of an American diplo- free and is open to the public. To learn more about the East the events of the next couple of the ice-cold water, and then it mat on holiday in Sicily visiting Establishing a museum that Boston Museum visit our web- months, including the fun and was our turn. Once Sal’s father family. His American license celebrates the rich and diverse site at eastbostonmuseum.org. the learning experiences that stopped laughing, he said to me, allows him to drive anywhere in history of East Boston has been I had. “You are in Sicily, not Boston. the country, or aren’t you aware a dream of residents for years. For more information, con- When we left Palermo to head Here they think in rhetoric, not of our newer laws. Third, what East Boston’s historical sig- tact: Theresa Malionek 617- to Sal’s parents hometown of logic.” the hell is the book?” nifi cance ranges from its days 784-9298, board@eastboston Canicati, a suburb of Agrigento, A half hour later, I saw an- With both officers still at as home to master shipbuilder museum.org, www.eastboston- which is located on the south other face of Sicily. After the attention, the senior man Donald McKay, who built some museum.org. coast of Sicily, Uncle Gus fi n- well incident was behind us, spoke, fi rst apologizing for their ished his story. the older men climbed into the handling of the situation, and About 45 minutes into the back seat of the FIAT and I con- then adding that there was a drive south, I commented on tinued on my southerly route. good reason as to why. my thirst and the fact that the I slowed down when I saw two It seems that they received temperature must have been policemen standing on my side a report to be on the lookout Boston Harborside Home around 100 degrees Fahrenheit of the road, one with a stop sign for a yellow FIAT with a Naples (38 degrees Celsius). Sal’s fa- in his hand. I slowed down, license plate. It seems that my Joseph A. Langone ther mentioned a natural spring pulled over, and waited for the rental fi t the description of the located en route and we could two men to inspect the outside stolen one that was reported to get a drink there. of the car. When they came be in Sicily. 580 Commercial St. - Boston, MA 02109 I followed his directions get- over to the driver’s side, one of Gus then asked what they 617-536-4110 ting off the main road just south them asked me for my driver’s meant by the book, and the of Corleone, (a name that would license and “the book.” I gave reason he threw the rental www.bostonharborsidehome.com be made famous later that him my license and Sal pulled agreement in my face. The year when The Godfather was the rental agreement from the man apologized stating that Augustave M. Sabia, Jr. Trevor Slauenwhite released). glove compartment. The offi cer he thought I was pretending I I followed a dirt road as di- threw both the license and didn’t know what he was talking Frederick J. Wobrock Dino C. Manca rected, and within a mile or so, rental form in my face, shouting about. The cop, still at atten- Courtney A. Fitzgibbons there it was a natural spring that I needed an Italian or inter- tion, explained what the book with a pump-handled faucet national license to drive in Italy. was. It seems that each Italian sticking out of a covered well. He added that he didn’t read vehicle is inspected once per There were several boxes of English and my license was not year and the information along cups lying around for anyone’s good enough. I had Sal explain with the registration is stored in use. I stopped the car, jumped that Italian law stated that any a book which is usually kept in A Service Family Affi liate of AFFS/Service Corporation International out fi rst, and headed for the American license was accept- the glove compartment. 206 Winter St., Fall River, MA 02720 Telephone 508-676-2454 pump handle with a clean able, and then asked about the Gus accepted the apology cup in my left hand. Just as I book he was looking for. The and the explanation, and again reached down to pump the han- policeman pointed to the glove almost going nose to nose with dle to obtain water, something compartment and demanded to the police officer yelled, “At or someone grabbed me from see the book. At this point, the ease.” Within minutes, we were behind. I reacted instinctively, other offi cer was ready to pull dismissed with a hand-written spun around and was ready to out his gun. Uncle Gus, who note in case we were stopped Remember confront my assailant. It was had become quite upset with again by highway police. a good thing I stopped in my the two offi cers, yelled, “That’s For the next few miles, every- Your Loved Ones tracks. In front of me was an enough,” and he and Sal’s fa- one was silent. I was the fi rst elderly man about fi ve feet tall, ther fl ipped open their wallets one to say anything, and it was, wearing what looked like a state and held them out the left rear “Hey, Uncle Gus, you guys must in Our police offi cer’s hat, a red and window for the two men to see. be important, considering the white neckerchief tied on the I don’t know what they had for way those cops reacted.” He, side of his neck, and a pair of IDs, but the two cops snapped still upset, shouted back, “Son, Memorial Day Edition overalls. He was holding a piece to attention and waited for we used to be, back in the day.” of rope with a small donkey at Carmelo and Gus to exit the As late afternoon approached, Friday, May 27th the other end. The translation of car, a bit of a project seeing they we reached Canicati, Sicily. The nd his comment was, “Sir, what the were wedged into the back seat. Meli condo was on the 2 fl oor Deadline for placing ads will be hell are you doing, my donkey When they were nose to nose of a very fashionable building. was ahead of you.” with the two policemen, Gus The elevator itself looked like Friday, May 20th an apartment the way it was decorated. Once inside the To place your memorial ad, condo, I was impressed with the majesty of it all. It, and ev- please call Mattéo Gallo erything in it, was high-end … the furniture, the appliances, 617-227-8929 and the overall spaciousness. o Sal’s mother, Maria, kissed me o Appraisals on both cheeks and stated that Sales & Rentals dinner would be ready within a few minutes. Then she asked LETTERS POLICY • me how the trip was, how my Real Estate family was, and whether I liked The Post-Gazette invites its readers to submit Italy so far. I laughed at the fact Letters to the Editor that the dinner arrangements • Letters should be typed, double-spaced and must include the 376 North Street • Boston, MA 02113 were more important than any- writer’s name, address, and telephone number. Anonymous (617) 523-2100 • Fax (617) 523-3530 thing else. But, this was Italy and that’s the way things were. letters are not accepted for publication. After dinner, all of us went • Due to space considerations, we request that letters not for a walk. I enjoyed the people exceed two double-spaced, type-written pages. — FOR YOU WHO APPRECIATE THE FINEST — I met who greeted us calling Carmelo and Gus, Captain • This newspaper reserves the right to edit letters for style, THE Meli and General Faldetta. It grammar and taste and to limit the number of letters published was a level of respect and a from any one person or organization. Johnny Christy refl ection of the old days. Later that night, just as I was falling • Deadline for submission is 12:00 noon on the Monday prior asleep, I heard Sal’s mother to the Friday on which the writer wishes to have the material Orchestra on the phone saying, “Yes, I published. Submission by the deadline does not guarantee will bring the professor to your publication. house after breakfast.” I won- MUSIC FOR ALL dered what she was scheming Send letter to: Pamela Donnaruma, Editor, OCCASIONS 781-648-5678 that involved me. To be contin- The Post-Gazette, P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 ued … GOD BLESS AMERICA PAGE 14 POST-GAZETTE, MAY 20, 2016

• News Briefs (Continued from Page 1) LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS ABC’s Good Morning America. President Obama Commonwealth of Massachusetts The MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY (Authority) is soliciting consulting services for MPA The Trial Court He also added, “I think I would at Howard University CONTRACT NO. L1359-D1 HVAC EQUIPMENT UPGRADE AND SPRINKLER REPLACEMENT Probate and Family Court have been the best president, Have you noticed that when AT SOUTH CARGO BLDG 57, 58, AND 62, LOGAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, EAST but it was the right thing, President Obama speaks at Suffolk Division BOSTON, MA 02128. The Authority is seeking qualifi ed multidiscipline consulting fi rm or team, 24 New Chardon Street with proven experience to provide professional services including design, and construction related not just for my family, but for places like Howard University, Boston, MA 02114 services such as resident inspection relative to replacement of the HVAC equipment, associated me.” he attempts to talk jive? He (617) 788-8300 ductwork and sprinkler replacement. The scope of work will include Mechanical upgrades to Cargo Happy Birthday to the doesn’t do that at Harvard. I Docket No. SU16P0745EA Buildings 57, 58, and 62, Fire Protection upgrades to a portion of Building 57 and the entirety of Building 58. State of Israel guess he likes sounding like Estate of RICHARD J. GALVIN The contract will be work order based, and Consultant’s fee for each work order shall be negotiated; Happy Birthday wishes go a brother with his ghetto talk however, the total fee for the contract shall not exceed ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000). Date of Death August 31, 2015 out to the people of Israel on because he is just so cool with A Supplemental Information Package will be available, on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 on the their nation’s 68th birthday. the ’hood. INFORMAL PROBATE Capital Bid Opportunities webpage of Massport http://www.massport.com/doing-business/layouts/ PUBLICATION NOTICE America’s closest ally was born I listened to him speaking at CapitalPrograms/default.aspx as an attachment to the original Legal Notice, and on COMMBUYS To all persons interested in the above (www.commbuys.com) in the listings for this project. If you have problems fi nding it, please on May 12, 1948. The United Howard, telling the graduating captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner contact Susan Brace at Capital Programs [email protected] The Supplemental Information States and Israel have always class that getting ahead is just Julie L. Young of Roslindale, MA, a Will has Package will provide detailed information about Scope Of Work, Selection Criteria and Submission stood shoulder to shoulder luck. Either you get something been admitted to informal probate. Requirements. with one another in defense of or you don’t. Lucky or unlucky. Julie L. Young of Roslindale, MA has In recognition of the unique nature of the project and the services required to support it, the Authority been informally appointed as the Personal has scheduled a Consultant Briefi ng to be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, June 7, 2016 at the liberty, common values, and What about working hard and Representative of the estate to serve without Capital Programs Department, Suite 209S, Logan Offi ce Center, One Harborside Drive, East interests. getting ahead because you surety on the bond. Boston, Massachusetts 02128. At this session, an overview of the project will be provided, the The estate is being administered under services requested by the Authority will be described, and questions will be answered. Oh, You Must Be Wrong have a strong drive to succeed? informal procedure by the Personal Representa- Recently, while on the cam- Instead, our president likes tive under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate By responding to this solicitation, consultants agree to accept the terms and conditions of Massport’s paign trail, Hillary Clinton was bringing up the race card as a Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory standard work order agreement, a copy of the Authority’s standard agreement can be found on the and accounts are not required to be fi led with Authority’s web page at www.massport.com. The Consultant shall specify in its cover letter that it questioned by a voter about why reason for failure. We all can the Court, but interested parties are entitled has the ability to obtain requisite insurance coverage. under ObamaCare her deduct- be successful, or we all can to notice regarding the administration from This submission, including the litigation and legal proceedings history in a separate sealed envelope ibles, co-pays, and premiums be failures. Race is not part of the Personal Representative and can petition as required shall be addressed to Houssam H. Sleiman, PE, CCM, Director of Capital Programs the Court in any matter relating to the estate, and Environmental Affairs and received no later than 12:00 Noon on Thursday, June 30, 2016 at went up so much. Clinton told the problem, or being lucky or including distribution of assets and expenses of the Massachusetts Port Authority, Logan Offi ce Center, One Harborside Drive, Suite 209S, Logan her she must be mistaken, or unlucky. administration. Interested parties are entitled to International Airport, East Boston, MA 02128-2909. Any submission which is not received in a there must be a reason why He does a disservice to our petition the Court to institute formal proceedings timely manner shall be rejected by the Authority as non-responsive. Any information provided to and to obtain orders terminating or restrict- the Authority in any Proposal or other written or oral communication between the Proposer and the her premiums went up 40 young people when he starts ing the powers of Personal Representatives Authority will not be, or deemed to have been, proprietary or confi dential, although the Authority percent. talking trash over and over appointed under informal procedure. A copy will use reasonable efforts not to disclose such information to persons who are not employees or Does Hillary have any again. At that recent White of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained consultants retained by the Authority except as may be required by M.G.L. c.66. from the Petitioner. clue about the negative effects House Correspondents Dinner, Run date: 5/20/16 MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY Americans are facing due to he seemed down with a comedi- THOMAS P. GLYNN CEO AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ObamaCare? Remember when an on stage calling Obama “His Run date: 5/20/2016 she was in New York City? An *&%#ar.” Instead of laughing at aide had to assist her in navi- that use of that offensive word, LEGAL NOTICE MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY gating the subway turn-style. he should have shown some Commonwealth of Massachusetts NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS When was the last time she took displeasure, but apparently he The Trial Court Sealed General Bids for MPA Contract No. L1504-C2 CARGO BUILDING NO. 56 DRY the subway? When was the last was okay with it. Probate and Family Court SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPLACEMENT, LOGAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, EAST BOSTON, Middlesex Division time she drove her own car? End Quote MASSACHUSETTS, will be received by the Massachusetts Port Authority at the Capital Programs 208 Cambridge Street Department Offi ce, Suite 209S - Logan Offi ce Center, One Harborside Drive, East Boston, Politicians are so out of the “The future of free speech is East Cambridge, MA 02141 Massachusetts 02128-2909, until 11:00 A.M. local time on WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29, 2016, loop of everyday life. Why do we to invite dispute.” (617) 768-5800 immediately after which, in a designated room, the bids will be opened and read publicly. think they know so much, or do — former U.S. Supreme Docket No. MI16P2235EA Sealed fi led sub-bids for the same contract will be received at the same offi ce until 11:00 A.M. local so much? It isn’t just Hillary, it’s Court Justice Estate of time on WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 2016, immediately after which, in a designated room, the fi led sub-bids will be opened and read publicly. all of them collectively. William O’Douglas BARBARA BERNADETTE PETERS Also Known As NOTE: PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD AT THE CAPITAL PROGRAMS BARBARA B. PETERS DEPARTMENT (ABOVE ADDRESS) AT 1:00 PM LOCAL TIME ON TUESDAY, Date of Death November 29, 2013 MAY 31, 2016. MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY The work includes: INSTALLATION OF NEW HYDRAULICALLY CALCULATED AUTOMATIC INFORMAL PROBATE FIRE PROTECTION SPRINKLER SYSTEM WITH NITROGEN AND LIMITED FIRE NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS PUBLICATION NOTICE ALARM AND ELECTRICAL WORK. REMOVAL OF EXISTING SYSTEM. Sealed General Bids for MPA Contract No. LP1408-C1, FY17-19 TERM CONTRACT FOR To all persons interested in the above cap- MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND SERVICE OF THE DISTRIBUTION CONTROL SYSTEMS tioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Matthew Bid documents will be made available beginning THURSDAY, MAY 26, 2016. CENTRAL HEATING PLANT, LOGAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, EAST BOSTON, Peters of Somerville, MA. Bid Documents in electronic format may be obtained free of charge at the Authority’s Capital MASSACHUSETTS, will be received by the Massachusetts Port Authority at the Capital Programs Matthew Peters of Somerville, MA has been Programs Department Offi ce, together with any addenda or amendments, which the Authority may Department Offi ce, Suite 209S, Logan Offi ce Center, One Harborside Drive, East Boston, informally appointed as the Personal Repre- issue and a printed copy of the Proposal form. Massachusetts 02128-2909, until 11:00 A.M. local time on WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15, 2016, sentative of the estate to serve without surety In order to be eligible and responsible to bid on this contract General Bidders must submit with their immediately after which, in a designated room, the bids will be opened and read publicly. on the bond. bid a current Certifi cate of Eligibility issued by the Division of Capital Assessment Management and NOTE: PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD AT THE CENTRAL HEATING PLANT, The estate is being administered under an Update Statement. The General Bidder must be certifi ed in the category of FIRE PROTECTION FACILITIES 1, LOGAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, AT 10:00 A.M. LOCAL TIME informal procedure by the Personal Represen- SPRINKLER SYSTEMS. tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- ON TUESDAY, MAY 31, 2016. The estimated contract cost is FIVE HUNDRED EIGHTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($580,000). bate Code without supervision by the Court. BIDDERS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND THE PRE-BID Inventory and accounts are not required to be In order to be eligible and responsible to bid on this contract, fi led Sub-bidders must submit with their CONFERENCE TO DEVELOP A FULL APPRECIATION FOR THE NATURE OF fi led with the Court, but interested parties are bid a current Sub-bidder Certifi cate of Eligibility issued by the Division of Capital Asset Management THE WORK AND THE EQUIPMENT TO BE MAINTAINED. entitled to notice regarding the administration and Maintenance and a Sub-bidder Update Statement. The fi led Sub-bidder must be certifi ed in the The work includes: COMPREHENSIVE MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS SERVICES AND from the Personal Representative and can sub-bid category of work for which the Sub-bidder is submitting a bid proposal. REPAIR OF DISTRIBUTION CONTROL SYSTEMS FOR THE HEATING AND COOLING petition the Court in any matter relating to the Bidding procedures and award of the contract and sub-contracts shall be in accordance with EQUIPMENT AT THE CENTRAL HEATING PLAN AT LOGAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. THE estate, including distribution of assets and the provisions of Sections 44A through 44H inclusive, Chapter 149 of the General Laws of the CONTRACT TERM IS THIRTY-SIX (36) MONTHS. expenses of administration. Interested parties Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Bid documents will be made available beginning THURSDAY, MAY 26, 2016. are entitled to petition the Court to institute A proposal guaranty shall be submitted with each General Bid consisting of a bid deposit for fi ve (5) formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- percent of the value of the bid; when sub-bids are required, each must be accompanied by a deposit Bid Documents in electronic format may be obtained free of charge at the Authority’s Capital minating or restricting the powers of Personal equal to fi ve (5) percent of the sub-bid amount, in the form of a bid bond, or cash, or a certifi ed check, Programs Department Offi ce, together with any addenda or amendments, which the Authority may Representatives appointed under informal pro- or a treasurer’s or a cashier’s check issued by a responsible bank or trust company, payable to the issue and a printed copy of the Proposal form. cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, In order to be eligible and responsible to bid on this contract General Bidders must submit with can be obtained from the Petitioner. Massachusetts Port Authority in the name of which the Contract for the work is to be executed. The their bid a current Certifi cate of Eligibility issued by the Division of Capital Asset Management and Run date: 5/20/16 bid deposit shall be (a) in a form satisfactory to the Authority, (b) with a surety company qualifi ed to Maintenance and an Update Statement. The General Bidder must be certifi ed in the category of do business in the Commonwealth and satisfactory to the Authority, and (c) conditioned upon the MECHANICAL SYSTEMS. faithful performance by the principal of the agreements contained in the bid. The estimated contract cost is THREE HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($350,000.00). The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and materials payment bond, each in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract price. The surety shall be a Bidding procedures and award of the contract and sub-contracts shall be in accordance with LEGAL NOTICE surety company or securities satisfactory to the Authority. Attention is called to the minimum rate of the provisions of Sections 44A through 44J inclusive, Chapter 149 of the General Laws of the wages to be paid on the work as determined under the provisions of Chapter 149, Massachusetts Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Commonwealth of Massachusetts General Laws, Section 26 to 27G, inclusive, as amended. The Contractor will be required to pay A proposal guaranty shall be submitted with each General Bid consisting of a bid deposit for fi ve (5) The Trial Court minimum wages in accordance with the schedules listed in Division II, Special Provisions of the percent of the value of the bid; when sub-bids are required, each must be accompanied by a deposit Middlesex Probate and Family Court Specifi cations, which wage rates have been predetermined by the U. S. Secretary of Labor and /or equal to fi ve (5) percent of the sub-bid amount, in the form of a bid bond, or cash, or a certifi ed check, 208 Cambridge Street the Commissioner of Labor and Industries of Massachusetts, whichever is greater. or a treasurer’s or a cashier’s check issued by a responsible bank or trust company, payable to the Cambridge, MA 02141 (617) 768-5800 The successful Bidder will be required to purchase and maintain Bodily Injury Liability Insurance Massachusetts Port Authority in the name of which the Contract for the work is to be executed. The and Property Damage Liability Insurance for a combined single limit of TEN MILLION DOLLARS bid deposit shall be (a) in a form satisfactory to the Authority, (b) with a surety company qualifi ed to Docket No. MI16P2412PO ($10,000,000). Said policy shall be on an occurrence basis and the Authority shall be included as an do business in the Commonwealth and satisfactory to the Authority, and (c) conditioned upon the TRUST CITATION Additional Insured. See the insurance sections of Division I, General Requirements and Division II, faithful performance by the principal of the agreements contained in the bid. In the Matter of Special Provisions for complete details. The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and materials JOEL H. GREENSTEIN Filed sub-bids will be required and taken on the following classes of work: payment bond, each in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract price. The surety shall be a surety company or securities satisfactory to the Authority. Attention is called to the minimum rate of REVOCABLE TRUST OF 1998 ELECTRICAL $15,000.00 wages to be paid on the work as determined under the provisions of Chapter 149, Massachusetts To all interested persons: The Authority reserves the right to reject any sub-bid of any sub-trade where permitted by Section General Laws, Section 26 to 27G, inclusive, as amended. The Contractor will be required to pay A Petition has been filed by Melissa H. 44E of the above-referenced General Laws. The right is also reserved to waive any informality in or minimum wages in accordance with the schedules listed in Division II, Special Provisions of the Cronin of South Burlington, VT, Karen L. to reject any or all proposals and General Bids. Specifi cations, which wage rates have been predetermined by the U. S. Secretary of Labor and /or Greenstein of Santa Monica, CA, and Eric This Contract is also subject to Affi rmative Action requirements of the Massachusetts Port the Commissioner of Labor and Industries of Massachusetts, whichever is greater. S. Greenstein of Duxbury, MA requesting the Authority contained in the Non-Discrimination and Affi rmative Action article of Division I, General Court determine whether the Trustees of the The successful Bidder will be required to purchase and maintain Bodily Injury Liability Insurance Requirements and Covenants, and to the Secretary of Labor’s Requirement for Affi rmative Action Trust are permitted and authorized to list and sell and Property Damage Liability Insurance for a combined single limit of ONE MILLION DOLLARS to Ensure Equal Opportunity and the Standard Federal Equal Opportunity Construction Contract 87 Clocktower Drive, Unit 2301 Waltham, MA. ($1,000,000). Said policy shall be on an occurrence basis and the Authority shall be included as an Specifi cations (Executive Order 11246). You have the right to obtain a copy of the Additional Insured. See the insurance sections of Division I, General Requirements and Division II, Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. The General Contractor is required to submit a Certifi cation of Non-Segregated Facilities prior Special Provisions for complete details. You have a right to object to this proceed- to award of the Contract, and to notify prospective sub-contractors of the requirement for such No fi led sub-bids will be required for this contract. ing. To do so, you or your attorney must fi le certifi cation where the sub-contract exceeds $10,000. This Contract is also subject to Affi rmative Action requirements of the Massachusetts Port a written appearance and objection at this Complete information and authorization to view the site may be obtained from the Capital Programs Authority contained in the Non-Discrimination and Affi rmative Action article of Division I, General Court before 10:00 a.m. on June 3, 2016. Department Offi ce at the Massachusetts Port Authority. The right is reserved to waive any informality Requirements and Covenants, and to the Secretary of Labor’s Requirement for Affi rmative Action This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline in or reject any or all proposals. to Ensure Equal Opportunity and the Standard Federal Equal Opportunity Construction Contract by which you must fi le a written appearance MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY Specifi cations (Executive Order 11246). and objection if you object to this proceed- THOMAS P. GLYNN ing. If you fail to fi le a timely written appear- The General Contractor is required to submit a Certifi cation of Non-Segregated Facilities prior CEO AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ance and objection followed by an Affi davit to award of the Contract, and to notify prospective sub-contractors of the requirement for such Run date: 5/20/2016 of Objections within thirty (30) days of the certifi cation where the sub-contract exceeds $10,000. return date, action may be taken without Complete information and authorization to view the site may be obtained from the Capital Programs further notice to you. The Federal Trade Commission Department Offi ce at the Massachusetts Port Authority. The right is reserved to waive any informality Witness, HON. EDWARD F. DONNELLY, JR., in or reject any or all proposals. First Justice of this Court. works for the consumer to prevent fraud and deception. MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY Date: May 6, 2016 THOMAS P. GLYNN Call 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357) CEO AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate Run date: 5/20/2016 Run date: 5/20/16 or log on to www.ftc.gov. POST-GAZETTE, MAY 20, 2016 PAGE 15

LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE

Commonwealth of Massachusetts Commonwealth of Massachusetts EXTRA Innings The Trial Court The Trial Court Middlesex Probate Probate and Family Court by Sal Giarratani and Family Court Department 208 Cambridge Street Suffolk Division Cambridge, MA 02141 24 New Chardon Street Scherzer (20 Ks) Ties Mark Woods, and Randy Johnson hot dog, and settle in for a few (617) 768-5800 Boston, MA 02114 (617) 788-8300 as 20-strikeouts-in-a-game hours of good old baseball as it Docket No. MI16D1181DR Docket No. SU16P0926EA pitchers. was meant to be played. DIVORCE SUMMONS BY 50-Game Suspension Forget the Popcorn PUBLICATION AND MAILING Estate of BARBARA WARNER Coming Up and Crackerjacks EL YAMINE, YOUSSEF Also Known As VS. Kansas City Royals infield If you are a certifi ed glutton, BARBARA PUBLICOVER TEBAA, BADIAA prospect Raul Mondesi was sus- then Yankee Stadium is for you. Date of Death March 9, 2016 To the Defendant: pended for 50 games following a You can now chow down on a The Plaintiff has fi led a Complaint for Divorce INFORMAL PROBATE requesting that the Court grant a divorce for PUBLICATION NOTICE positive test for Clenbuterol. He “Barnyard Wedding,” which is Irretrievable Breakdown of the Marriage 1B. To all persons interested in the above said he took the over-the-coun- hash browns on top of fried The Complaint is on fi le at the Court. captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner ter medicine Subrox-C which he chicken cutlets on top of ched- An Automatic Restraining Order has been Eleanor Santangelo of Salem, MA. purchased at a drugstore in the dar cheese covered beef patties. entered in this matter preventing you from Eleanor Santangelo of Salem, MA has taking any action which would negatively impact been informally appointed as the Personal Dominican Republic. He said he Or go to Cleveland and check the current fi nancial status of either party SEE Representative of the estate to serve without should have read the label, or out the foodies at Progressive Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411. surety on the bond. checked with his trainer before Field. You can order the “Slider You are hereby summoned and required to The estate is being administered under serve upon Youssef El Yamine, 11 Hazelwood informal procedure by the Personal Representa- using the product. Dog,” a hot dog covered with St., Malden, MA 02148 your answer, if any, on tive under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Mondesi is the son of former macaroni & cheese, bacon, and or before June 13, 2016. If you fail to do so, the Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory NL Rookie of the Year Raul Fruit Loops. court will proceed to the hearing and adjudica- and accounts are not required to be fi led with tion of this action. You are also required to fi le a the Court, but interested parties are entitled Mondesi. This season he is Keep your defi brillator handy copy of your answer, if any, in the offi ce of the to notice regarding the administration from Mark Scherzer with Double-A Northwest and put 9-1-1 on speed dial. Register of this Court. the Personal Representative and can petition Arkansas and is hitting .250 Oldie, but Goodie Witness, HON. EDWARD F. DONNELLY, JR., the Court in any matter relating to the estate, First Justice of this Court. including distribution of assets and expenses of Mark Scherzer struck out with 5 homers, 15 RBIs and 11 Recently, pitcher Kimiyasu administration. Interested parties are entitled to th Date: May 2, 2016 20 batters on May 11 , match- stolen bases in 25 games. Kudo became the fourth player petition the Court to institute formal proceedings Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate ing Major League Baseball’s Tony C’s Up to Bat for to be elected to the Japanese and to obtain orders terminating or restrict- Run date: 5/20/16 ing the powers of Personal Representatives record for a 9-inning game Remy’s in Fenway Hall of Fame on his fi rst try. The appointed under informal procedure. A copy as he pitched the Nationals Jerry Remy’s Sports Bar and left-hander won 224 games, was of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained past the Tigers, 3-2. This was Grill near Fenway Park is no a two-time MVP, and played on from the Petitioner. Run date: 5/20/16 Scherzer’s fi rst outing against more. It is now Tony C’s Bar and 11 Japan Series champions. He LEGAL NOTICE his former team. He now joins Grill. Tony C’s takes its name also has another great achieve- Commonwealth of Massachusetts Roger Clemens (twice), Kerry from the legendary local Tony ment. He played for 29 seasons, The Trial Court Conigilaro who was a member of the most of any Japanese or Probate and Family Court the Red Sox “Impossible Dream U.S. Major Leaguer. He started Middlesex Division LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Team” in 1967. his career at age 19 in 1982 and 208 Cambridge Street Commonwealth of Massachusetts East Cambridge, MA 02141 The Trial Court Commonwealth of Massachusetts Speaking of Tony, I am asking fi nished in 2010 at age 47. (617) 768-5800 Middlesex Probate The Trial Court everyone out there to continue Among Major League Base- Docket No. MI16P2450EA and Family Court Department Probate and Family Court to support the rally “Retire Tony ball players, Nolan Ryan leads 208 Cambridge Street Middlesex Division Estate of 208 Cambridge Street Conigliaro’s #25.” As a baby with 27 seasons, Tommy John ALEXANDER W. MacKENZIE, JR. Cambridge, MA 02141 (617) 768-5800 East Cambridge, MA 02141 boomer, I remember Conigilaro with 26 seasons, and Rickey Date of Death April 11, 2016 (617) 768-5800 who came up with the Red Sox Henderson, Jamie Moyer, Jim Docket No. MI16D1563DR INFORMAL PROBATE Docket No. MI16P2406EA as a 19-year-old rookie who Kaat, and Charlie Hough, all PUBLICATION NOTICE DIVORCE SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION AND MAILING Estate of blasted a home run in his fi rst played 25 seasons. To all persons interested in the above ROBERTA L. DOWLING captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Jean FORESTAL, MICHELLE Major League at bat at Fenway. Long Road Trip Date of Death August 17, 2015 Bresnahan Boyle of Wellesley, MA, a Will has VS. The following season, at age The Hartford Yard Goats have been admitted to informal probate. CADET, JEAN LOUIS MARTIN INFORMAL PROBATE Jean Bresnahan Boyle of Wellesley, MA To the Defendant: PUBLICATION NOTICE 20, he led the American League been playing on the road since has been informally appointed as the Personal The Plaintiff has fi led a Complaint for Divorce To all persons interested in the above in homers with 32. their season began. It will still Representative of the estate to serve without requesting that the Court grant a divorce for captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Who knows what kind of ca- be a while before the hometown surety on the bond. Irretrievable Breakdown of the Marriage 1B. William T. Dowling, Jr. of Winchester, MA, a The estate is being administered under The Complaint is on fi le at the Court. Will has been admitted to informal probate. reer he could have had if not for fans get to see them on May st informal procedure by the Personal Represen- An Automatic Restraining Order has been William T. Dowling, Jr. of Winchester, MA that one at-bat on a hot August 31 . They were supposed to be tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- entered in this matter preventing you from has been informally appointed as the Personal night in 1967 when he almost playing in Dunkin’ Donuts Park bate Code without supervision by the Court. taking any action which would negatively impact Representative of the estate to serve without Inventory and accounts are not required to be the current fi nancial status of either party SEE surety on the bond. died at home plate after getting by now, but construction was fi led with the Court, but interested parties are Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411. The estate is being administered under beamed by a fast ball. He was delayed on their new stadium entitled to notice regarding the administration You are hereby summoned and required to informal procedure by the Personal Represen- never the same, and died so in Downtown North Park. In from the Personal Representative and can serve upon Michelle Forestal, 129 Montvale tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- petition the Court in any matter relating to the Avenue #2, Woburn, MA 01801 your answer, bate Code without supervision by the Court. young at age 45. all, they will play their fi rst 52 estate, including distribution of assets and if any, on or before June 14, 2016. If you fail to Inventory and accounts are not required to be Texas Hill Country games on the road. Right now, expenses of administration. Interested parties do so, the court will proceed to the hearing and fi led with the Court, but interested parties are Dell Diamond, off US 79 in the best fans can do is listen to are entitled to petition the Court to institute adjudication of this action. You are also required entitled to notice regarding the administration formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- to fi le a copy of your answer, if any, in the offi ce from the Personal Representative and can Round Rock, Texas, is home games on the radio, or go on a minating or restricting the powers of Personal of the Register of this Court. petition the Court in any matter relating to the to Round Rock Express Minor road trip themselves. Representatives appointed under informal pro- Witness, HON. EDWARD F. DONNELLY, JR., estate, including distribution of assets and League Baseball. Opened in cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, First Justice of this Court. expenses of administration. Interested parties can be obtained from the Petitioner. 2000, the stadium has 8,361 End Quote Date: May 13, 2016 are entitled to petition the Court to institute Run date: 5/20/16 formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- seats and an outfield lawn “I cannot stand and sing the Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate minating or restricting the powers of Personal where fans can spread blankets anthem. I cannot salute the Run date: 5/20/16 Representatives appointed under informal pro- cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, to watch the game. There are fl ag. I know that I am a black LEGAL NOTICE can be obtained from the Petitioner. plenty of chances to attend a man in a white world. In 1972, Run date: 5/20/16 home game during the season, 1947, at my birth in 1919, I Commonwealth of Massachusetts which runs through September. know I never had it made.” The Trial Court Middlesex Probate and Family Court Buy a ticket, pick up a gourmet — Jackie Robinson 208 Cambridge Street LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Cambridge, MA 02141-0005 Commonwealth of Massachusetts (617) 768-5800 The Trial Court Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Bernie The Trial Court Docket No. MI15P2931EA Middlesex Probate (Continued from Page 1) and Family Court Department Probate and Family Court CITATION ON PETITION 208 Cambridge Street Middlesex Division who are pushing to coronate didate and prevent Trump or 208 Cambridge Street FOR ORDER OF Cambridge, MA 02141 Hillary Clinton. Hillary from getting 270 Elec- COMPLETE SETTLEMENT (617) 768-5800 East Cambridge, MA 02141 (617) 768-5800 Who is surprised by all the toral Votes, the 2016 election Estate of Docket No. MI16D0670DR Docket No. MI16P1803EA turmoil taking place in both will make 2000 a cakewalk in RICHARD D. MICALE DIVORCE SUMMONS BY Date of Death November 10, 2014 PUBLICATION AND MAILING Estate of parties with the Establishment comparison. LESLIE MARIE LANNAN To all interested person: ARISTONDO, BRENDA M. types who aren’t what they used I suspect that Bernie will A Petition has been fi led by Maureen C. aka CANALES, BRENDA M. Date of Death September 30, 2015 to be? If Trump faces Clinton battle Clinton right to the Samson requesting that an Order of Complete VS. INFORMAL PROBATE in November and the Sanders Philadelphia convention where Settlement of the estate issue ARISTONDO, MAIRO approve an accounting PUBLICATION NOTICE gang stays home, that is very he hopes for lightening to strike. determine testacy To the Defendant: To all persons interested in the above bad news for Clinton and the This ride is amazing so far. compel or approve a distribution The Plaintiff has fi led a Complaint for Divorce captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Maura adjudicate a fi nal settlement requesting that the Court grant a divorce for B. Cocco of Blasdell, NY. Democrats. If the #NeverTrump Headaches for all are sure to and other such relief as may be requested Irretrievable Breakdown of the Marriage 1B. Maura B. Cocco of Blasdell, NY has been Republicans put up their can- follow. in the Petition. The Complaint is on fi le at the Court. informally appointed as the Personal Repre- You have the right to obtain a copy of the An Automatic Restraining Order has been sentative of the estate to serve without surety Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. entered in this matter preventing you from on the bond. You have a right to object to this proceeding. taking any action which would negatively impact The estate is being administered under To do so, you or your attorney must fi le the current fi nancial status of either party SEE informal procedure by the Personal Represen- a written appearance and objection at this Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411. tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- What Happens When You Court before 10:00 a.m. on June 16, 2016. You are hereby summoned and required to bate Code without supervision by the Court. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline serve upon Brenda M. Aristondo, Canales, Inventory and accounts are not required to be by which you must fi le a written appearance Brenda M., 107 Apsley Street, Hudson, fi led with the Court, but interested parties are and objection if you object to this proceed- MA 01749 your answer, if any, on or before entitled to notice regarding the administration Don’t Advertise? ing. If you fail to fi le a timely written appear- June 10, 2016. If you fail to do so, the court will from the Personal Representative and can ance and objection followed by an Affi davit proceed to the hearing and adjudication of this petition the Court in any matter relating to the of Objections within thirty (30) days of the action. You are also required to fi le a copy of estate, including distribution of assets and Nothing! return date, action may be taken without your answer, if any, in the offi ce of the Register expenses of administration. Interested parties further notice to you. of this Court. are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders ter- Witness, HON. EDWARD F. DONNELLY, JR., WITNESS, Hon. Edward F. Donnelly, Jr., minating or restricting the powers of Personal For information on advertising in the First Justice of this Court. First Justice of this Court. Representatives appointed under informal pro- Date: April 22, 2016 Date: May 9, 2016 cedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, Post-Gazette, call 617-227-8929. Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate can be obtained from the Petitioner. Run date: 5/20/16 Run date: 5/20/16 Run date: 5/20/16 PAGE 16 BOSTON POST-GAZETTE, MAY 20, 2016

Boxing Ringside HOOPS and HOCKEY in the HUB by Richard Preiss WITH BOBBY FRANKLIN

He spoke French for the fi rst Walk Like a Boxer few years of his life, didn’t take than shots that come from the hips with the full up the sport he’s most identifi ed force of the body behind them. Of course, with until he was a teenager, and fighters are also more susceptible to being was cut not once, but twice, from knocked out because of how tight they are. his high school team. It is much more diffi cult to “roll with the punches” You’re talking about one when carrying that kind of muscle. Of course, Robert Joseph Cousy, who grew that is pretty much a moot topic seeing that fi ghters up speaking French at home as are no longer taught defensive moves. a preschooler. Decades later, I recently watched a brief video of Jake he was named to the NBA’s 50th LaMotta training for a fight. It showed him Anniversary All-Time Team (in climbing the stairs up to a gym in New York 1996), about 55 years or so af- City where he was working out. Now Jake is ter he was cut from the Andrew hardly remembered as a dancing master, but Jackson High School team in you can see how light he is on his feet as he New York City following tryouts NBA First team for 10 consecu- bounds up the steps. After the workout, he is in both his freshman and sopho- tive seasons (1952-1961). His seen outside walking down the street. If you more years. number 14 jersey was retired had no idea who he was, you would still know It’s hard to believe that some- during a Garden ceremony on he was a boxer by the way he was moving along thing like that could have hap- October 16, 1963. He was in- the sidewalk. pened in Cousy’s basketball life ducted into the Basketball Hall Why the difference between those fi ghters from — until you realize that New York of Fame in Springfi eld in 1970. earlier days and the boxers of today? Well, when City has always been a hotbed of You’ll notice in that string of Schmeling and Louis weighing in. you went into a gym in years back, you would basketball and that — strange as championships listed above, see fi ghters shadow boxing, moving in front of it may seem — the Cooz didn’t there is a gap year — 1958. There was a time when you could tell a man a mirror practicing their form, stretching and take up the game until he was13. That’s the spring that the Celtics was a boxer just by seeing him walk. You shaking out their arms and legs. They were very Not only that, but during his lost in the NBA Finals against the might be in a restaurant or hanging out on a focused on staying limber. When they would hit sophomore year he fell out of a St. Louis Hawks. Even though he street corner when a guy would walk by and you the heavy bag they would “work it,” which meant tree and broke his right hand, an was fi ve years from retirement, could see in his step that he had spent time in boxing it. Instead of just standing in front of the injury that might have curtailed losing that fi nal series in 1958 the ring. I’m not talking about a fi ghter who may bag, they would circle it and practice footwork many a basketball career. was the last postseason series in have taken too many punches and was “walking as well as punching. In the older gyms, there Despite not making the high which Cousy would experience on his heels.” I’m talking about was usually space around the school squad, Cooz continued to defeat. From 1959 forward, until the light step that most boxers bag so the fi ghters would have play on a team outside of school. Cousy retired as a member of an possessed in the days before room to do this. In many gyms What to do? Put the emphasis on NBA championship squad for the they were trained to bulk up today the bags are lined up your left hand, of course. And sixth time, the Green would win using weights and muscle- close to each other. Now, you that is how Bob Cousy turned every postseason series. building. A well-trained and often see fi ghters just standing an injury into an opportunity. Through it all, the Cooz was conditioned boxer was always fl atfooted in front of the bag, He became ambidextrous and a veritable scoring machine, thinking about staying loose their feet planted while they eventually could handle the ball averaging more than 18 points and limber. Even years after are winding up with punches equally well with both hands — a game in 10 of his 13 seasons retiring, you would see that that are telegraphed as if they an ability that enabled him to with the club. And he was far same agile way of moving in were being sent by Western develop the deft passing, ball from a ball hog. Indeed, he was a former boxer. (I’m not sure Union. It’s no wonder that is handling, and scoring skills the ultimate in sharing, leading former boxer is an appropriate happening, since most of the that became the features of his the NBA in assists in eight of term as it is something that, time they spend working with career. his fi rst 11 seasons. He is the once you have done it, stays a trainer is wasted while going The high school coach took Celtics all-time assists leader in your blood all of your life.) through the silly mitt punch- notice and placed him on the with 6,945. “Stay away from the weights” ing routine that reinforces JV squad. The next season, in The legacy of Cousy contin- was a line heard often from the these bad habits. his varsity debut, he scored 28 ues today in every NBA game. old-time trainers, “They only A good boxer has to know points and never looked back. Back when he fi rst entered the make you tight and slow.” how to use his entire body. The Houdini of the Hardwood league, he was accused by some Back in the days when box- He needs the grace of a ballet was thus set on the path that of showboating — because of his ing was taught as an art and dancer combined with the re- would make him a Prince of the deft dribbling skills and behind not a strong man contest, fl exive power of a trip hammer. Parquet on Causeway Street the back passes. speed, accuracy, and stay- Most importantly, he has to some years later. But that wasn’t the case at ing loose were emphasized. be taught how to think in the But fi rst would come college. all. The ball handling skills got “Speed beats power,” “If you ring, not to just go through He could have gone to Boston their start way back when he are too tense you will be more mindless motions. Think, College — but decided against it played with the opposite hand susceptible to being knocked stay loose, fi nd rhythm, treat because BC did not have dorms while recovering from that high out,” “Get up on your toes and the sport like the art form it at the time. So he chose another school injury. They were honed move,” “Stick and move,” I can Ali doing roadwork. once was. Jesuit institution — Holy Cross through hours of practice as of- still hear these words echoing When I was a young boxer, in Worcester — where as a fresh- fensive skills designed to gain in my head from my days in the various boxing I hated doing road work. Today it is called man he would be a member of an advantage over opponents. gyms I trained in. running. Most of us disliked it back then, but the fi rst team from New England Today such skills are on display Now, many people may think I am just talking knew it was important, so we did it. As much as to win the NCAA Championship nightly throughout the NBA. about the stick-and-move boxers, but you will see I hated it, whenever I saw a clip of Muhammad (1947). My uncle and I weren’t able this in the vast majority of boxers regardless of Ali out on the road, it inspired me to go out He would graduate in 1950 to get tickets for Bob’s farewell their style. The ferocious Jack Dempsey moved and put in a few miles. Why? Because Ali as a three-time All-American. ceremony at his fi nal regular sea- like a cat stalking his prey. In the Willard fi ght, encompassed why it was called “road work.” He wound up in the NBA with son home game — held, appro- he is darting in and out. His body is lean and He would be running with a step as light as the Chicago Stags. But Chicago priately enough, on St. Patrick’s not muscle-bound. He has a boxer’s physique, Bill Rogers, turning while he moved, running folded and the Celtics picked Day in 1963. But we were able to strong in all the right places without being en- backwards and forwards while throwing punches, Cousy’s name out of a hat in a attend the home game just prior cumbered by bulging muscles that would only all the time staying loose. It was beautiful dispersal draft. to that one. slow him down. watching him move. I’ll bet he never lifted a The rest, as they say, is his- And yes, he eventually would When I was young, I got to meet Dempsey in weight in his entire life, but he had the kind of tory, but what a glorious time wind up going to BC — as its NYC. To this day, I remember seeing him walking strength a great fi ghter possesses. for the Hub — and Worcester head coach for six seasons, through his restaurant to greet visitors. He was — the city to the West. You see, where he posted an excellent up there in age and suffering from arthritis in the Cooz never left his college record of 117-38. He also would his hips, but he still moved as if he were gliding town. He bought a home there, return to the NBA as coach of the across the fl oor, ready to move left or right and got married, and raised a family Cincinnati Royals (later Kansas throw a counterpunch. Jack Dempsey still had it. there. Even to this day, although City-Omaha) franchise for fi ve Today’s boxers are missing out on so much with he spends a good portion of the seasons. the focus being on building up muscle. Weight year in Florida, Cousy maintains Plus, he also became familiar trainers are brought in and muscle is layered a residence in Worcester. to a new generation of fans in the on. While a fi ghter has to be strong, there are While it’s somewhat hard to 1980s and 1990s as a TV analyst different types of strength. So often nowadays, believe that Cousy will be 88 this for Celtics broadcasts. the spectacle that takes place at the weigh in coming August 9th, to people of Over the decades, one moment before a match looks more like a pose-off at a a certain age it only seems like from the 1963 farewell ceremony body building competition, with the fighters yesterday that he captivated the captures it all. During a pause tensing and pumping up their muscles while crowds on Causeway Street. in Cousy’s speech, a fan’s voice mugging it up for the cameras. These bulky He was an integral part of six from the stands bellowed: “We muscles are not only useless in the ring, but they NBA championship teams (1957, love you, Cooz.” Some 53 years are actually a hindrance as they make it almost 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962 and later, those words still ring impossible to use proper punching technique. It 1963), the MVP of the league in true across New England and also results in more arm punches being tossed Ray Robinson and Joe Louis. 1957, and a member of the All- throughout the NBA.