1300 Ontario Street INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Page 2: Community Service Awards, Thanks , OH 44113 Page 3: Volunteer Service Awards, Ball Photos (216) 623-5055 Fax: (216) 623-5145 Page 4: 2008 Hall of Fame Inductees www.clevelandpolicemuseum.org Page 5: Honorary Trustees, Special Memorial Page 6: Emmy Award, Application email: [email protected] Page 7: Acknowledgements

leveland Police Historical Society and Museum celebrated their 25th anniversary by hosting the 2008 Police Officers’ Ball on November 22nd. Community lead- ers, police officers, and guests enjoyed the ambiance of the re- stored 1930s themed Silver Grille restaurant of Higbee fame. David Wittman, Anchor for 19 Action News, served as the Master of Ceremonies and entertained the guests throughout the evening. David introduced President Tom Armelli, who thanked all who helped support the event. “Events like this one are the mainstay of a nonprofit organization. So many of you have shown great generosity at a time when our unsettled econ- omy makes giving all that much more meaningful. We can’t thank you enough.” Entertainment was provided in-kind by Marty Conn En- terprises with the band “Nitebridge.” Appetizers and an excellent dinner were provided by the Ritz Carlton Hotel and a very atten- tive wait staff. Anna Maria Hamm served as auctioneer for our live and mission auctions. Special guests recognized during the event included out- Jeanette Kyle accepts the standing business and community leaders Thomas Ganley and State of Proclamation Sam Miller. President Armelli remarked, “Thank God Sam Miller from President Tom Armelli and Tom Ganley are two of the good guys. They both exemplify what every citizen of the and the City of Cleveland should be. Their participation in every facet of our society here in Cleveland will be felt for generations.” Also recognized for their service were Senators George Voinovich and Sherrod Brown. The late Representative Stephanie Tubbs Jones was recognized for her many years of public service and her service as a Trustee and Supporter of the Museum. 2008 Inductees into the Museum Hall of Fame were Edward Lozick and Detective Mar- tin McFadden (deceased). (see page 4) Volunteer Service awards were presented to Auxil- iary Police Officer Jeanette Kyle and retired Cleveland Police Officer Delmar O’Hare; all were presented with a State of Ohio Procla- mation provided by State Senator Thomas Patton. One of the highlights of the evening was the arrival of retired Cleveland Police Sergeant Louis Machovec. Sergeant Machovec is 97 years young and received his badge from former Safety Director Eliot Ness

The Hot Sheet Hot The in 1937. Former Police Chiefs Ed- ward Kovacic, Rocco Pollutro, Martin Flask, and former Safety Director Wil- Volume XXV liam Denihan were among the guests Issue 4 in attendance.

Winter 2008 Photos for CPHS by M.F. Jech Page 2 THE HOT SHEET

2008 Police Officers’ Ball Community Service Award Recipients

Senator Sherrod Brown is known as an independent thinker, an advocate for the middle class and health care for all. A native of Mansfield, Ohio, Senator Brown was as Eagle Scout and a graduate of Yale and Ohio State University. He was elected to the U. S. Senate in 2006 after serving in the U.S. House of Representatives and Ohio House.

Tom Ganley is the CEO of Ganley Auto Group and serves as chairman of Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County. Crime Stop- pers is a volunteer, non-profit organization to help law enforcement officials combat serious crime. Mr. Ganley has worked to triple the number of rewards given each month for help solving crimes. He also co-sponsors the “Police Officer of the Week” program.

Sam Miller has been a key stakeholder with Forest City Enter- prises, Inc. since 1947. He is currently co-chairman of the board and treasurer. Mr. Miller has served on numerous trustee boards and holds several honorary degrees. He is a graduate of Case Western Reserve University and Harvard Business School and served in the U.S. Navy in World War II.

Senator George Voinovich was Mayor of Cleveland, Gov- ernor of Ohio, an Ohio House Representative, and elected to the U.S. Senate in 1999. He is a graduate of Ohio University and Ohio State University. Senator Voinovich is proud to be the son of first generation Americans. His pursuits include the importance of volunteerism and quality health care.

Special Thanks to the Sponsors, Patrons, & Benefactors of the 2008 Police Officers’ Ball

Superintendant Sponsor Lieutenant Sponsors Marty Conn Enterprises (In-Kind Donation of Band) Tom Ganley Sam Miller

Patrol Sponsors Cuyahoga Community College Gross Builders Gary Oatey

Patrons and Benefactors Greater Cleveland Automobile Dealers Association Dr. James Badal J.P. Morgan ChaseJames Goodwin Martha Halliday Kevin F. Kouba Police Chief Michael McGrath Orion Solutions Senator Tom Patton Robert Michael Phillips, Ret. U.S. Navy Mark Wade Stone

Special Thanks to: David Wittman, 19 Action News; Anna Maria Hamm; Storytellers Media Group, LTD.; William M. Denihan; Marge Cermak; Allan Coates; Marilyn Jech; Geri Diemert; Senator Tom Patton; Marty Conn and Ed Costello; Theresa Hahn and the Ritz Carlton Hotel; Margaret Lazzerini and Miracle Resources; And all of our auction item donors! VOLUME XXV Page 3

2008 Police Officers’ Ball Volunteer Service Award Recipients Jeanette Kyle came to the Cleveland Police Museum as an Auxiliary Police Officer in early 1997. She had worked in the Maintenance Department of the City of Cleveland starting in 1966 and then moved on to the Safety Division in 1976. Jeanette retired in 1990, promptly joined the police auxil- iary, and is still an active volunteer.

Delmar J. O’Hare graduated from the Cleveland Police Academy in 1946 in the fist class after World War II. His father and brother were also police officers. Officer O’Hare walked a beat and worked the Traffic Unit, retiring in 1976. “Del” was one of the founders of the police museum and has been a volunteer since its opening in 1983.  2008 Police Officers’ Ball

Joyce Coates and Police Museum Curator Allan Coates

More photos were taken by Blacktie Cleveland and are posted at their Web site: www.blacktie-cleveland.com Hot Sheet photos by M.F. Jech “Nitebridge” perform a rousing rendition of “Rehab” by Amy Winehouse Page 4 THE HOT SHEET 2008 Cleveland Police Museum Hall of Fame Inductees

Edward A. Lozick is a Detective Martin J. McFadden longtime supporter of law en- was appointed a Patrolman on the forcement on the local, state, Cleveland Police Department in 1925, and federal levels. He has promoted to Detective after just four been a continual contributor to years, and served until his retirement the Cleveland Police Mu- in 1970. He was known for his dedi- seum.. cation and “street” knowledge and of- ten called upon to speak and educate the public on the “tricks” of thieves. Detective McFadden was responsible for the Terry arrest leading to the landmark U. S. Supreme Court deci- sion of 1968 on “stop and frisk” pow- ers.

Cleveland Police Museum Hall of Fame George Koestle Alvin J. Sutton, Jr. Robert L. Bolton Garrett Morgan Jack F. Delaney Edward P. Kovacic Jacob W. Schmitt Samuel H. Miller Eliot Ness George J. Matowitz Peter Merylo John T. Corrigan Father John J. Cregan VOLUME XXV Page 5 Cleveland Police Historical Society Honorary Trustees

Dr. Elizabeth K. Balraj, MD, is recognized for 35 years of public service, including 20 years as The Coroner of Cuyahoga County. Under her guidance, the coroner’s office became nationally known as one of the best. Dr. Balraj is active in the Asian Indian Community of Cleveland and encourages all members to engage in the political process.

Congressman Steven C. LaTourette represents Northeast Ohio’s 14th Congressional Dis- trict in the United States House of Representatives. He is a graduate of Cleveland-Marshall Col- lege of Law and was named Prosecuting Attorney of the Year in Ohio in 1990. Serving on many influential committees in the House, the Plain Dealer has said “Congressman LaTourette has be- come Cleveland’s most effective representative in Washington.”

The Honorable Donald C. Nugent is a graduate of the Cleveland-Marshall College of Law and started his public career as an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for Cuyahoga County. Since 1995, Judge Nugent has served in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio and is also an active judicial member of the Ohio Military Reserve.

Thomas F. Patton has been an Ohio State House Representative since 2002 and was re- cently elected to the Ohio State Senate. He has sat on education and finance committees in the Ohio House. Senator-elect Patton is a small business owner and active in labor and faith-based organizations. ————————————————————————————--

A Special Memorial and Recognition of the Lifetime Achievements of The Honorable Stephanie Tubbs Jones Former Cleveland Police Museum Trustee and Supporter

Stephanie Tubbs Jones was an incredible force as a politician, advocate, and friend. She was a longtime supporter of the Cleveland Police Museum. Stephanie graduated from the Case Western Reserve University School of Law and began her public service in 1981 as a Cleveland Municipal Judge. Ten years later, she became the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor. In 1998, Stephanie was elected to the U.S. House of Representa- tives for the 11th District of the east side of Greater Cleveland, filling the seat vacated by the retir- ing Louis Stokes. As a representative, she served on the House Ethics Committee and was ex- tremely popular with her constituents. Representative Stephanie Tubbs Jones tragically suffered a brain aneurysm and died on August 20, 2008. Her legacy of compassion, wisdom, and service will be long remembered. Page 6 THE HOT SHEET CONGRATULATIONS TO STORYTELLERS MEDIA GROUP

Storytellers Media Group, led by producer/director/editor and CPHS Trustee Mark Wade Stone, re- cently won the regional Emmy Award for Best Arts/Entertainment Program for Doris O’Donnell’s Cleveland-The Day Marilyn Died. This production examined the story from 1954 told by Sam Sheppard about the murder of his wife, Marilyn. Recollections are also from pioneer Cleveland jour- nalist Doris O’Donnell. Storytellers has now received two regional Emmy Awards, plus two nominations. It has part- nered with the Cleveland Police Historical Society and Museum for three productions. Mark thanks his fellow Trustees and museum staff for their continued support and encouragement. Watch for more in the series of Doris O’Donnell’s Cleveland to air on local PBS stations 45 and 49. Major funding support for Doris O’Donnell’s Cleveland is provided by the Allegheny Foun- dation. 

Cleveland Police Historical Society Annual Membership Application Proceeds support the operation of the Cleveland Police Museum and expand the museum’s ability to serve the community

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PLEASE CHECK ONE: ( ) Individual $52 ( ) Sponsor $250 ( ) Family $78 ( ) Sustaining $500 ( ) Retired Law Enforcement $25 ( ) Corporate $1,000 ( ) Payroll deduction (CPD & City of Cleveland employees) We will send you a payroll deduction card.

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TOTAL AMOUNT: $ ______All membership fees and/or donations are tax deductible to the extent of the law. VOLUME XXV Page 7 Thank You from Curator Allan J. Coates

Contributions of Historical Material: Solomon Bogard, Bill Candow, Michelle Day, Tom Diemert, Joseph Ferener, Marilyn Jech, Tom Matowitz, David Morova, Robert Shankland and Melvin G. Zapo Contributions of Goods or Services: Jim Briola/ Northcoast Sign & Lighting, Ohio Technical College Monetary Contributions: Deborah Eggleston, Friends of the Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library, Galilean Club of the Church of Saint Clarence, and in Memory of William Beranek: Fraternal Order of Police, Terri Gambill, Leslie McCafferty

Curator’s Note: To our anonymous donors, please take the time to leave a note with your contribution. State & Federal Law requires us to document the provenance (ownership) of all of the items in our collec- tion. Your identity will be held in the strictest confidence. I offer my sincerest thanks to all who contributed to the Cleveland Police Museum.

Our Mission Statement The Cleveland Police Historical Society exists to collect and preserve significant police history and to use its collection and programs to interpret po- lice history and to foster mutual understanding and respect between law enforcement officers and the public. LOOK WHO GOT THEIR MUG SHOT

COBALT BLUE MUGS GOLD OR SILVER IMPRINT $8.00 NOW ON SALE IN THE COP SHOP 1300 ONTARIO 216-623-5055 President Tom Armelli, CPD Detective HELP SUPPORT THE

First Vice President David Sandoval, Sergeant NATIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT

Second Vice President James Briola MUSEUM

Treasurer James Roseman Many police departments na-

Trustees tionwide have made pledges James Jessen Badal, PhD. Arno Bohme in support of the National Robert J. Cermak, Cmdr. Ret. Law Enforcement Museum in Tony Colon William Denihan the amount of $100,000.

Thomas G. Matowitz, Jr. Rebecca McFarland Rocco Pollutro, Chief Ret. In order to join our fellow officers in this effort and estab- Larry Rutherford, Comm. Ret. Mark Wade Stone lish ourselves as a leader in this project, The Cleveland Frank Torres Police Historical Society ‘s membership drive, if success- Committee Chair Greg Savernik ful, will pledge $100,000 to the National Law Enforcement Museum Building fund.

Honorary Trustees Elizabeth K. Balraj, M.D. The Honorable Steven C. LaTourette You can do your part to support this project and the CPHS by The Honorable Donald C. Nugent signing up for, or increasing your payroll deduction. Thomas Patton, State Representative PLEASE CONTACT THE POLICE MUSEUM FOR DETAILS: Past Presidents Robert L. Bolton, Cmdr. Ret. 1300 Ontario, 216-623-5055 Michael J. Cummings, Sgt. Ret. Martin L. Flask, Chief Ret. Patrick Stephens, Lieut. Robert J. Cermak, Cmdr. Ret. NEWSLETTER CONTRIBUTORS Larry Rutherford, Comm. Ret Det. Tom Armelli President Museum Staff Allan J. Coates, Curator Robert J. Cermak Trustee Geri Diemert, Cop Shop™ Manager Marilyn Jech, Office Manager Allan J. Coates Curator Jeanette Kyle, Police Auxiliary Marilyn Jech Newsletter Editor Delmar O’Hare, Researcher

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