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USPS 680020 Published Every Thursday OUR 110th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 37-110 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. Thursday, May 18, 2000 Since 1890 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Sohayla Massachi Recalled By Former Teachers As Being Dedicated to Family, School BY LAWRENCE HENRY ing” with Ms. Massachi. called. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader “I also had her mother as a stu- In addition, Ms. Massachi’s mother Sohayla Massachi, a 1994 gradu- dent,” Mrs. Diamond recalled. “Dur- came to the school during her ate of Westfield High School, never ing the year I had her, her mother daughter’s sophomore year to talk to struck anyone as a likely murder a health sciences class about the victim. birth of Sohayla’s baby sister. Leah Jarvis, an art teacher, ad- Gaile Boothe, twice President of vised Ms. Massachi as one of a group of students who produced the 1994 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Westfield High School yearbook. “They were good kids,” she said this week, in wonder at how the lives Authorities of one of those students could have ended so tragically. Mrs. Jarvis spe- Focus on Gun cifically recalled Ms. Massachi as “very quiet, bright, did very well — Used in Murder a private kind of student.” By PAUL J. PEYTON Ms. Massachi, 23, who lived in Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Union and was close to completing Authorities are wrapping up her degree requirements at Seton Hall their investigation of a tragic University, died at University Hospi- murder-suicide which occurred tal in Newark last Friday after being Ingrid McKinley for The Westfield Leader in Westfield on the afternoon of VISITING WITH A VERY SPECIAL MOUSE…Mike Nemeth and his daughter, Maria, 2, stopped on Saturday to greet shot by a former boyfriend in his May 10. “Minnie the Post Mousetriss” in the front of the Westfield Post Office. Minnie came to town to lend her support for the Central Avenue duplex two days ear- Sohayla Massachi In the hours and days which Food Drive sponsored by the Post Office. Maria got a special Tootsie Pop from the “Mousetriss.” lier. followed, authorities pieced to- The former boyfriend, 24-year-old gether a bizarre set of circum- Christopher Honrath, fatally shot gave birth to her little sister. stances which culminated in the himself after critically wounding Ms. “She was an excellent student, a murder of Sohayla Massachi, 23, Westfield Planning Bd. Sorts Out Massachi. Authorities said he ab- caring individual. She helped out at by an ex-boyfriend, Christopher ducted her near the Seton Hall cam- home and loved doing it,” her teacher Honrath. Honrath, 24, then com- pus in South Orange and drove her to said. mitted suicide. the Westfield apartment on the after- Mrs. Diamond also remembered Earlier that day, police re- Plan For East Broad Street Site noon of May 10. that Ms. Massachi had graduated ported that the two had been in Thom Hornish, a history teacher with honors, had been a member of Superior Court in Elizabeth for By MELISSA A. BETKOWSKI neighbors of the property in question 111 parking spaces and the appli- and cross-country and track coach at the National Honor Society and had Specially Written for The Westfield Leader a hearing, as per a request by had objected to the plans being dis- cant is proposing three spaces and Westfield High for 28 years, shared founded an Amnesty International Ms. Massachi, to make a tempo- The Westfield Planning Board held cussed. using municipal parking lots to Mrs. Jarvis’ astonishment at the mur- chapter at the high school. a special meeting Monday to discuss rary restraining order she had Those plans by Ward and make up for the balance of parking. der. She was proud of her family, and filed against Honrath permanent. a controversial proposal by Ward O’Donnell call for an addition to be The board, however, was again “When this incident came up, I showed it at school, her former and O’Donnell Property Develop- However, because Ms. built onto the rear of the building for unable to render a decision on this said, ‘Naw, Jeez, it just couldn’t hap- teacher noted. Massachi had a class at Seton ment Co., LLC, owners of the New an exterior stairway and handicap proposal as Glenn Kienz, attorney pen,’” said Mr. Hornish. “She even had her stepfather come Orleans-style apartments at 159-169 Hall University in South Orange lift so that the existing apartment for those opposed to the plans, Mathematics teacher Merilyn Dia- in to talk about his experiences in that day, a court decision on the East Broad Street. space could be used as a catering raised a number of procedural ob- mond said she felt “a special bond- Desert Storm,” Mrs. Diamond re- The hearing of the proposal by matter was postponed. facility. The applicant is seeking a jections. Reports indicate that Honrath Ward and O’Donnell had been held variance regarding parking. In an interview with The Westfield over from a previous meeting when kidnapped Massachi in front of The Land Use Ordinance requires Leader, Mr. Kienz said that it was the Seton Hall campus, forcing his feeling that the application had her into his car in front of two not been properly filed and that the 17-year-old witnesses. Planning Board could not accu- One of the girls ran to univer- rately hear the application. sity security guard Darrell Wil- After a lengthy debate, the board liams, 33, of Newark, for help. decided to adjourn the meeting and After consulting with his super- allow Mr. Kienz to present his ob- visor, Lloyd Pearson, 32, of New- jections in written form to Paul ark, Mr. Williams is alleged to Strauchler, attorney for the Plan- have refused to offer assistance, ning Board, by Monday, May 22. telling the witness she would “He was alluding to several dif- have to walk to the South Or- ferent procedural objections,” Mr. ange Police Department – lo- Strauchler said in an interview with cated a half mile away on South The Leader. “Some may have been Orange Avenue. minimal, but it was difficult to tell.” Honrath, meanwhile, took Ms. Mr. Strauchler, after reviewing Massachi back to his one-bed- Mr. Kienz’s objections, may con- room, second-floor duplex apart- vene a meeting with Mr. Kienz and ment, where he shot her before Arthur Attanasio, attorney for Ward killing himself. and O’Donnell, to discuss the ob- Ms. Massachi, who was shot jections. in the back of the head, died In other business, the Planning ENJOYING HAPPIER TIMES…Sohayla Massachi, who was killed by her Friday at University Hospital in Board approved plans for a one-story former boyfriend Christopher Honrath in Westfield on May 10, was a member Newark. Honrath died at the Kerrianne Spellman Cort for The Westfield Leader addition to a building at 132 South LOLLING AROUND IN THE LAKE…A mother goose and her babies were still of the Italian Club at Westfield High School. Pictured, left to right, are: Ms. celebrating Mother’s Day in the warm Monday sunshine at Lake Surprise in Avenue, East, which is currently the Massachi, Janna Chernetz and Erin Murphy. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Watchung. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Math Supervisor Evaluates Pilot Programs; Updates on School Construction Reported

By LAWRENCE HENRY National Council of Teachers of scores “might go up, or they might a question about how and when stu- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Mathematics (NCTM). go down. We couldn’t make our de- dents use calculators in their math Westfield’s elementary grades ap- Ms. Kiczek said that now, near the termination based solely on that.” classes. pear ready to adopt Everyday Math end of the first “piloting” year, “It Ms. Kiczek said it could take “as “Calculators have a place” in math as a standard curriculum, according became increasingly clear that the long as five years” for test scores to classes, said Ms. Kiczek. “It depends to a report presented by the district’s Math Trailblazers teachers were change in any way from the new on how the classroom teacher uses Math Supervisor for Grades K-8 much less enamored of their materi- curriculum. them.” Regina Kiczek at Tuesday’s meeting als than the Everyday Math teach- What is the current math program? Ms. Kiczek said she has seen some of the Westfield Board of Education. ers.” Board Member Eileen Satkin asked teachers use calculators all the time, Ms. Kiczek, described how the Everyday Math, Ms. Kiczek said, district has been “piloting” two dif- is used by a number of districts ferent math curricula in four elemen- “around us, like Westfield,” which tary schools at the fifth grade level makes it easy to share ideas and Stranger Approaches Child for the past year. compare results. In addition, Ms. Everyday Math has been taught by Kiczek said, Math Trailblazers is four teachers at Jefferson School and “much less teacher-friendly” than Outside of Jefferson School two at Tamaques School. The other Everyday Math. A first-grade student at Jefferson cated on Boulevard. The incident curriculum, Math Trailblazers, has Next year, Everyday Math’s pilot Elementary School in Westfield re- occurred at about 3:10 p.m. been taught by four teachers at Wil- program will be extended to two ported that she was approached by a The man asked the girl if she son School and two at McKinley more grades in each of the four el- stranger Friday afternoon who at- wanted a ride home. Lieutenant School. ementary schools involved. The year tempted to lure her into his car. Parizeau said that when the young- Everyday Math, developed by the after that, Ms. Kiczek expects to The suspect fled the scene when ster refused and became upset, the University of Chicago School Math implement the program fully from the child refused to go with him. She suspect retreated to the opposite side Project, is sometimes called “Chi- Pre-K through fifth grade. was uninjured and reported the inci- of the street and left the scene in his cago Math.” Math Trailblazers was School Board Members Dr. B. dent to school authorities immedi- car. developed at the University of Illi- Carol Molnar and Annmarie Puleio ately afterwards, police confirmed. The girl subsequently returned to nois at Chicago. pressed Ms. Kiczek to say whether Lieutenant John M. Parizeau of the school and reported the incident The Westfield elementary schools children’s test scores would improve the Westfield Police Department said to teachers, who in turn told the currently uses “Addison-Wesley as a result of the new curriculum. the suspect approached the girl on principal. School officials then noti- Mathematics,” published by Addison- “A new program takes a long time foot as she walked on the sidewalk fied police. Lawrence Henry for The Westfield Leader Wesley Publishing of Menlo Park, to take effect,” said Ms. Kiczek. Test outside of the school, which is lo- The suspect was described as a DEMOLITION…A home on Everson Place in Westfield, which was damaged Calif., and Reading, Mass. white male, with brown hair and five years ago by a 400-gallon basement heating oil spill, finally was demolished Both Everyday Math and Math INDEX brown eyes, standing approximately this Monday. Homeowners Burton and Nancy Michaels settled their $2.5 Trailblazers are so-called “standards- A&E ...... Page 22 Editorial ...... Page 4 Social ...... Page 6 6 feet to 6 feet and 4 inches tall, with million lawsuit against McDowell’s Oil Heat, Inc. of Westfield and the Utica based” teaching systems, and con- Community ... Page 7 Obituary ...... Page 10 Sports ...... Page 13 Mutual Insurance company, the insurer of McDowell’s Oil Heat, in June of last a medium build. year. form to requirements set up by the Religious ...... Page 11 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, May 18, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Sohayla Massachi Recalled Special BOE By Her Former Teachers Meeting Held CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 By LAWRENCE HENRY the College Women’s Club of Westfield Leader in Westfield High Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Westfield, served on a scholarship School’s gymnasium, sat on a bench WESTFIELD — The examination committee that ulti- in the middle of the spring art show, Westfield Board of Education mately awarded a $1,500-a-year col- surrounded by paintings, sculptures held a short special meeting on lege scholarship to Ms. Massachi. and excited students. May 10 to complete business “I distinctly remember her,” said She was clearly at a loss to explain left undone at its regular board Mrs. Boothe. “She was a lovely, what happened to cause Ms. meeting the previous week. lovely person. What impressed the Massachi’s life, so promising until During the meeting, the board committee, in addition to her excel- last week, to take such a tragic turn. adjourned into executive ses- lent academic credentials, was that “I remember those deadline-crazy sion to discuss personnel mat- she was so helpful to her mother — nights,” she said of the ’94 yearbook ters, which was an agenda item particularly in taking care of her project. left over from the regular meet- younger sister. (That is) a very ma- Ms. Massachi had been one of three ing. ture thing to do.” students who helped design the cover. According to the New Jersey Mrs. Jarvis remembered Ms. Titled “Laying the Foundation,” the Open Public Meetings Act, pub- Massachi as “not a silly kind of high ’94 yearbook commemorated the an- lic boards are allowed to ad- school girl. She wasn’t into the prom niversary of the laying of the corner- journ to private executive ses- or high school glitz.” stone for Westfield High School. sion to handle certain sorts of “Once she had a thought or a goal, The cover, embossed in deep blue, sensitive business, including that’s what she would follow through depicts a construction crane. personnel, legal and real es- on ’til the end,” said Mrs. Jarvis. “She “It was a bad winter that year,” tate. was very strong-willed about that.” said Mrs. Jarvis. “I remember taking According to Board President So what happened? her home in the ice after one of our Darielle Walsh, the 6:30 p.m. “It’s the Internet – that’s very dis- late nights, because it wasn’t safe to Wednesday meeting repre- turbing,” commented Mr. Hornish, walk.” sented “the only time we could referring to reports that Ms. Massachi Mrs. Boothe said that what mainly find” when all board members had met the man who murdered her came through during Ms. Massachi’s could get together. via the Internet. scholarship interview “was how ma- Employment letters, Mrs. Mrs. Jarvis agreed. ture she was. That’s why this is so Walsh explained, had to be Ingrid McKinley for The Westfield Leader “The Internet — that surprised heartbreaking. She wasn’t a fly-by- mailed by May 15. STOPPING TO SAVOR THE ART…Last Saturday, downtown Westfield patrons traveled from booth to booth to admire me. I talked to my class about it the night kid. She wasn’t going to col- The board discussed hiring the work of nearly 50 artists during the Westfield Art Association’s annual Sidewalk Show & Sale. Co-sponsored by the next day, and told them it could serve lege for the fun of it. commitments for the next year Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Westfield Corporation, the event was held at Mindowaskin Park as a warning about the dangers of the “She had genuine goals and ambi- during its executive session. in past years, but moved to the downtown this year. Pictured, above, a woman admires the work of D.W. Fox. See related kind of people you can meet.” tions. And her fellow students loved story on Page 23. Mrs. Jarvis, interviewed by The her.” Math Supervisor Evaluates WESTFIELD Authorities Focus on Gun Stranger POLICE In Murder Investigation Pilot Programs at Meeting BLOTTER Danger CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 www.westfieldnj.com Web site. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 while some simply put them in a TUESDAY, MAY 9 scene. tenant Brunelle said South Orange Lieutenant Parizeau said the man box and let students take one if Before the regular meeting, the • An Iselin resident reported the Westfield Police Lieutenant police ran a check of a series of was reported to be driving a small, they want one. Everyday Math, she board presented awards from the theft of her purse from the office of St. Frank Brunelle said no charges will license plates after being given a brown, compact Station Wagon said, “uses a lot of games” for Optimist Club of Westfield to two Paul’s Episcopal Church on East Broad be filed against the security guard, partial plate number from the wit- with chipped paint and damage to teaching, and students don’t use intermediate teachers, Dr. David Street. Missing was $45 in cash, along who was fired, or his supervisor, nesses. the driver’s side front end. calculators because it spoils the Shapiro, instrumental music in- with various credit cards, a checkbook and miscellaneous papers. who has resigned over the inci- He said it took 10 to 15 minutes Westfield police were expected game. structor at Edison Intermediate School, and Thomas Reynolds, in- WEDNESDAY, MAY 10 dent. Lieutenant Brunelle noted before the plate number on to increase patrols around all local In another report, Board Admin- • dustrial arts teacher at Roosevelt Two parking meters in a munici- that Mr. Williams has since been Honrath’s black Plymouth Laser schools as a precaution and teach- istrative Secretary Tamar Sydney pal lot behind stores along East Broad reassigned by his employer, came up on the police computer. ers and lunch aides were informed reported on construction projects Intermediate School. Street sustained damage, police said. Argenbright Security. Westfield police received a call of the incident. at Westfield High School and at the Dr. Shapiro and Mr. Reynolds, The covers of both meters were pried In addition to the teenagers, a from a neighbor around 3 p.m. con- Anyone with information or Wilson School Library. noted Mrs. Walsh, are veteran off and the internal mechanisms re- third witness chased Honrath’s ve- cerning a violent domestic distur- questions about the incident last At the high school, Ms. Sydney teachers. Dr. Shapiro has been in moved, although the coin boxes re- hicle down South Orange Avenue bance at 756 Central Avenue. said, “The project has officially Westfield schools for 24 years; Mr. mained intact. Friday may call the Westfield Po- • toward the Garden State Parkway When police arrived they ob- lice Department at (908) 232-1000. begun. We have the approvals from Reynolds has been teaching here Nukri Kirvalidze, 31, of Brook- after he abducted Ms. Massachi. served the front door open. After the State agencies. We have our for 35 years. lyn was arrested in the 600 block of The witness called 911, seeking local building permits.” Some Superintendent of Schools Dr. Downes Street on charges of credit hearing a door slam, Sergeant John card theft and receiving stolen prop- police assistance. J. Geoghegan and Officers Frank S. Meeting Set Tonight demolition, asbestos removal, and William J. Foley read from student letters commending the two teach- erty after he allegedly removed newly- “That’s when it got ugly,” said Schmitz and Scott Rodger pro- At Brightwood Park heating work has already begun, delivered credit cards from mailboxes Lieutenant Brunelle, noting that ceeded upstairs, at which point they she added. ers. WESTFIELD — A special under the guise of dropping off flyers. the 911 operator “literally blew the knocked and said “police.” The high school project calls for “I’m impressed that high school sub-committee of the Westfield He was being held in the Union County woman off” after she reported chas- Shots were then heard from in- the conversion of a former auto students would take the time to sit Jail on $20,000 bail. Recreation Commission will ing a possible kidnapping suspect side, at which time police backed shop and graphic arts room into down and write a letter,” Dr. Foley THURSDAY, MAY 11 meet at Brightwood Park at 7 • into Newark. Honrath proceeded off, as per procedure in barricade regular classrooms. said. A Central Avenue couple reported p.m. tonight, Thursday, May onto the Garden State Parkway en situations. Because of “delays in state ap- One letter-writer lauded Mr. giving an $850 deposit to a fence 18, to hear residents’ recom- contractor for proposed construction. route to Westfield. They took up positions in the provals,” electrical contracting has Reynolds’ “dedication after classes mendations concerning im- However, the work was not performed As of Tuesday, police had yet to narrow hallway just a few feet from been delayed, Ms. Sydney said. “I are over.” provements to the park. and the couple was unable to contact listen to the 911 recording to evalu- the bedroom door, but out of range wouldn’t be totally hopeful” that Mr. Reynolds regularly keeps the Participants will have an op- the contractor. No charges had been ate the operator’s response. Lieu- of fire. the work would be entirely done by shops open after school Monday portunity to walk the park filed as of press time. tenant Brunelle noted that it would “They were right on top of it,” September. through Thursday so students can • grounds and offer their ideas on Three individuals, including a man be up to her employer to determine Lieutenant Brunelle explained. Similarly, Wilson School’s li- work on their projects, and helps and two women, are suspected of hav- how to beautify and upgrade if any further actions would be He said the officers remained brary work has been delayed some- and supervises students long after ing stolen approximately $950 in cloth- Brightwood. The improvements taken. near the bedroom door until the what by building permit holdups at school hours. ing from an East Broad Street store. will be funded from an unused Lieutenant Brunelle described the Union County Emergency Re- the Westfield Building Department, Dr. Foley also said that this year’s The suspects were all described as 1998 Pocket Park grant of series of non-actions by the security sponse Team (UCERT), which in- Ms. Sydney said. Engineer of the Year award for the white or Hispanic and between 30 and $15,000 from Union County. 35 years old. guard and the 911 operator as “a cludes a unit of heavily armed and The two renovation projects, Ms. National Aeronautics and Space The meeting will start in the • A cellular telephone was re- comedy of errors. Only it was a specially trained officers, had ar- Sydney explained, are funded by Administration went to an engi- parking lot off of Prospect ported stolen from a photography tragedy instead of a comedy.” rived. last year’s budget referendum. neer “now middle-aged, who cred- Street. business on North Avenue, West. The .38 caliber handgun Honrath Lieutenant Brunelle said police The larger renovation and ex- ited Mr. Reynolds as his inspira- • A Sandra Circle resident re- used to kill himself and Massachi tried to communicate with Honrath. pansion of Westfield High School tion.” ported the theft of his bicycle, valued was reported stolen out of Ossining, However, the telephone in his room will require a new referendum this A student letter commending Dr. at $340, from Westfield High School. N. Y. The gun will be sent to the was out of order. Upon hearing moans winter to go before the public for Shapiro said he was “the teacher • Shari Paler, 29, of Union was ar- State Police laboratory this week from Ms. Massachi, authorities de- Planning vote. Board President Darielle from whom I learned the most.” rested and charged with shoplifting to see if the weapon has been uti- cided they could not wait any longer, Walsh announced a Friday, May Dr. Foley mentioned that Dr. $53.99 worth of costume jewelry from lized in any other crimes. at which point UCERT members 19, deadline for sign-ups for the Shapiro is an accomplished clari- a North Avenue department store. She was released on her own recognizance. Lieutenant Brunelle said the wit- forced their way into the bedroom. Board Citizens Advisory Committee for netist who plays professional jobs regularly in addition to his teach- FRIDAY, MAY 12 nesses to the kidnapping did not At 3:30 p.m., a half hour after the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 that proposed expansion. • A representative of an Elm Street report Honrath displaying the gun. incident in Westfield had begun site of Precious People Early Learn- “We will allow a few extra days” ing work. shoe store reported the receipt of a He reportedly dragged Massachi to and an hour after the abduction, ing Center. The owner of that center, for applications, Ms. Walsh said, Dr. Shapiro got a laugh when he bad check in the amount of $91.73. his car by using a tie as a lasso. South Orange police called to in- Lisa Sanzalone, said that the addi- because “We won’t be able to get said, in thanking the board for his MONDAY, MAY 15 tion would be used for an all-day Honrath was 5 feet and 11 inches form Westfield authorities of the to them until next week.” award, that the board’s meeting • Two bicycles valued at a total of tall and weighed 300 pounds, much kindergarten class for 15 children Applications for the Citizens Ad- room at 302 Elm Street “is the first $650 were removed from a garage on apparent kidnapping. and one teacher. more than his victim. Honrath was convicted in 1994 of visory Committee are available at room I ever taught in.” Hyslip Avenue. Once contacted by one of the stalking a teenaged girl in Roselle the schools, at the Board Secretary’s witnesses, South Orange police re- Park. For the Latest Scoop: offices, and on the sponded to the home of one of the “He was obviously a disturbed in- www.goleader.com! WESTFIELD VOLUNTEER witnesses and took the report. Lieu- dividual,” Lieutenant Brunelle stated. RESCUE SQUAD BLOTTER Miss New Jersey to Attend Women for Women Event Statistics for April 2000 WESTFIELD — Women for In-Town Emergency Calls: 182 Women of Union County will Out-of Town Mutual Aid Calls: 5 celebrate its 16th anniversary Non Emergency Calls: 0 during the group’s annual pot- Total Calls: 187 luck supper on Monday, June 5, Total Hours Out: 306:29 at 6:30 p.m. in the Westfield Municipal Building Community Total Volunteer Hours: 1,498½ Room, located at 425 East Broad Street in Westfield. Top 10 Response Categories The speaker for the evening 1. Cardiac Pain (29) 6. Unconscious (9) will be Miss New Jersey Victoria 2. Respiratory (17) 7. Bleeding/Hemorrhage (7) Andrews Paige, one of the top 10 3. Falls (17) 8. Suspected Fracture (5) finalists in the Miss America 4. Motor Vehicle Accident (17) 9. Diabetic Reaction (3) Pageant this past year. 5. General Illness/Weakness (12) 10. 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USPS 485200 Published OUR 42ND YEAR – ISSUE NO. 20-42 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. Thursday, May 18, 2000 Every Thursday (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS SP Planning Bd. Mulls Plans For Hovnanian Development

By DEBORAH MADISON on the applicant gaining approval proposed site on New Providence Specially Written for The Times from the Planning Board and Board Road. A proposal by Red Bank devel- of Adjustments for several variances According to William Butler, a oper Hovnanian, Inc. to build 100 needed. Westfield attorney for Weldon, the townhouses off of New Providence The Donatos have not disclosed quarry objects to the proposal on the Road and Meadow Avenue in Scotch the sale price. grounds that it is unsafe due to flood- Plains was heard before a special The new application proposes 100 ing concerns. meeting of the township’s Planning townhouses, including 16 low-to- “The site is improperly zoned for Board on Wednesday, May 10, and at moderate-income townhouses, on the multi-family dwellings,” Mr. Butler the regular monthly meeting of the 7.7-acre site that is surrounded on told the Times of Scotch Plains- board on May 15. three sides by Green Brook and its Fanwood. However, Mr. Butler stated Several more witnesses, including various tributaries. The location is a professional planner and a geolo- one of four sites earmarked to satisfy CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 gist will testify on behalf of the ap- the town’s Mt. Laurel low-income plicant at the next meeting on Mon- housing obligations. day, June 5. The proposal also includes revised Fanwood Set The development site, known as emergency access road plans and “The Reserve,” was initially pro- flood plain remedies for the prop- posed by Hovnanian Inc., in 1996, erty, which sits in a Department of To Adopt Fair for 116 townhouses, but was denied Environmental Protection (DEP) by the board after more than two 100-year flood plain. Share Plan years of testimony. The board cited Construction of a new road, named David B. Corbin for The Times inadequate emergency access to the By SUZETTE F. STALKER Scotland Avenue, running perpen- Specially Written for The Times GOING WITH LOTS OF GUSTO...Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Raider Ruth Rohrer, center, competed against site and flood concerns as reasons for dicular to Meadow Avenue would Blue Devil Susan Hinds of Westfield High School and Amy Sura of Linden High School’s Tigers during the Watchung the denial. connect the site to Route 22 and a The Borough Council is expected Conference Championship, National Division, on May 12 at Gary Kehler Stadium. The current proposal brought be- new bridge would be required to to adopt an ordinance at a special fore the board is a re-application for allow Scotland Avenue to pass over a meeting tonight that will establish a development of the same site, but tributary of the Green Brook. market plan to satisfy Fanwood’s fair with significant revisions, according A construction of six retaining share requirements in accordance Former Zoo Property to be Turned to Francine Chesler, attorney for walls will be required in order to with state Council on Affordable Hovnanian. secure the surrounding hillside. Housing (COAH) regulations. The property is currently owned Objecting to the proposal, is Last month, COAH approved sub- by the Donato family, who retain a Westfield-based Weldon Materials, stantive certification for Fanwood Into Park, SP Council Decided home on the site, and sale of the a raw materials supply company with that would reduce the community’s property to Hovnanian is predicated facilities across the street from the affordable housing obligation to zero By FRED ROSSI located, was owned by Frank and graphically uneven land, while main- for the next six years. Specially Written for The Times Ella Louise Terry for 45 years before taining the Frazee House as a resi- However, in order for this certifi- Ending several years of legal wran- they sold it to Harold and Deborah dence and office. Before Sunrise’s cation to go into effect, members of gling, the Scotch Plains Township Kafka in 1994. The new owners con- plans ever got off the ground, how- the governing body must develop a Council voted on Tuesday night to tinued to operate the zoo, but changed ever, the township condemned the market plan related to the four units approve a resolution that settles the the name of the facility from the property, initiating the litigation. which the community is still obli- dispute at the former Scotch Plains Terry-Lou Zoo to the Scotch Plains At the council’s conference meet- gated to build under its previous Zoo site and allows the municipal Zoo. ing on Tuesday night, Mayor Martin agreement with COAH. government to begin looking at turn- Complaints from neighbors and L. Marks told The Times of Scotch Borough officials had recom- ing the six-acre property into a park. charges by animal rights groups that Plains-Fanwood he was committed mended that a zero affordable hous- Under the agreement, the town- the zoo was not properly maintained to turning the property into a passive ing obligation be approved for ship will pay Sunrise Assisted Living under the Kafkas’ ownership led to park and preserving the Frazee Fanwood since the borough, measur- corporation about $800,000 to settle the establishment being shut down House. ing just 1.3 square miles, is already the dispute that arose just over two by the New Jersey State Division of In other business, Township Man- more than 99 percent developed. years ago. Fish, Game and Wildlife in 1997. ager Thomas E. Atkins told the gov- COAH planners had supported this “We feel this is a case that should The property was sold that year to erning body that Scotch Plains’ par- recommendation, borough officials be settled,” said Township Attorney Scotch Plains Realty Investors, Inc., ticipation in the Union County revealed in March. Douglas Hansen. He called the settle- which later in 1997 sold the deed to Sheriff’s S.L.A.P. (Sheriff’s Labor Through substantive certification ment figure “a good price.” the Sunrise Assisted Living corpora- Assistance Program) program could of their fair share housing plans, The former zoo, on which the Revo- tion. Sunrise had intended to build an get underway by mid-summer. towns are granted administrative pro- lutionary War-era Frazee House is assisted living facility on the topo- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 tection from developers’ lawsuits for a six-year period. Such protection will prevent de- Fanwood Officials Seek Grant velopers from forcing Fanwood to increase density for a lot by arguing that a project must include a certain number of affordable housing units. To Create Senior Citizens Center During the 1980s, a series of New By SUZETTE F. STALKER tion for the grant was to be submitted cilman Ryan said “he would love to Jersey Supreme Court rulings, known Specially Written for The Times to the county by this past Monday — see it” located in Fanwood, although as the Mount Laurel decisions, were A long-anticipated center for the deadline for towns to indicate he conceded that Scotch Plains has handed down that required the state’s Fanwood’s senior citizens came a whether they will seek funding for more available land. 566 municipalities to provide a cer- step closer to fruition last week with senior facilities. The concept is expected to be dis- tain amount of low- and moderate- the Borough Council’s passage of a During the council’s May 3 agenda cussed by a committee that was re- income housing. resolution authorizing the munici- session, Mr. Ryan said he and Scotch cently established to explore shared In addition to providing local hous- pality to apply for a grant benefiting Plains Mayor Martin L. Marks had service opportunities between Scotch ing, towns are permitted to enter into Union County’s elder population. discussed a proposal for the two towns Plains, Fanwood and the Scotch regional contribution agreements Administered through the county’s to share a senior citizens center, not- Plains-Fanwood Board of Education, with other communities to assume a Department of Human Services, the ing the Fanwood grant alone would Mr. Ryan revealed. portion of their affordable housing Senior Focus grant program will pro- not go a long way towards develop- Under other business last week, units. vide up to $3 million for towns to ing such a facility. Scotch Plains has the council adopted four ordinances In exchange, the municipalities build senior citizen centers or reno- qualified for $150,000 in funding. on second reading. One was a bond where the dwellings are located re- vate existing facilities. Senior Focus allocations are based ordinance appropriating $764,340 ceive a fee paid by the developer. Fanwood is eligible for $100,000 on each community’s senior citizen and authorizing issuance of $512,373 A decade ago, Fanwood challenged in funding, Councilman Thomas P. Cheri Rogowsky for The Times a COAH ruling which placed the population. Of the county’s 21 towns, in bonds for general improvements. A SPECIAL WEEK FOR COCO...Rachel Horowitz celebrated National Dog Ryan, Jr., governing body Liaison to Fanwood is number 19, with 1,231 A second ordinance covers the cur- community’s affordable housing ob- Week last week with her dog, Coco, while taking a rest at Parker Greenhouses ligation at 80 units. In a landmark the Fanwood Senior Citizens group, seniors. Scotch Plains, with 4,139 in Scotch Plains. The week helps pet owners focus on responsible ownership. confirmed at last Thursday’s regular senior citizens, is number 10. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 council meeting. If a shared senior center was deter- Mr. Ryan stated that an applica- mined to be the favored option, Coun- SP-F BOE Plans December Bond Vote; Architect’s Proposals Being Considered By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN partment of Education,...and are Nelson said, “It’s not an unusual asbestos poses no health threat be- Specially Written for The Times committed to the districts they work schedule for firms dealing with school cause the ceiling is not something If the Scotch Plains-Fanwood with....The scope of the project ben- work. They’re used to a tight time with which people come in contact. Board of Education sticks to the efits the board to work with more frame.” “There are no apparent leaks or ambitious time frame laid out at its than one individual.” Superintendent of Schools Dr. other damage,” he said, adding that May 11 agenda meeting, the bond Mr. Del Sordi has targeted mid- Carol B. Choye assured board mem- the status of the ceiling will be closely referendum to fund the district’s con- July as the date to submit the pre- bers that the administration is dis- monitored by visual inspection. struction/renovation program will be liminary plans to the state Depart- cussing available options in the event Because it will cost $250,000 to put to a public vote in December ment of Education for approval. The hoped-for deadlines are not met. $300,000 to remove and replace the 2000. bond referendum cannot proceed In conjunction with the facilities- ceiling, the district will either build Business Administrator and Board without state approval. related referendum discussion, Mr. those funds into the bond referen- Secretary Anthony Del Sordi out- The board is scheduled to make its Del Sordi addressed the presence of dum or into the 2001-2002 school lined a month-by-month agenda that decision on the bond referendum asbestos in the auditorium ceiling at budget. The work is scheduled to includes several public forums on September 28, which would allow Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School. take place during the summer of the subject, the first being June 14. for the required 60 days to pass be- A resident had expressed concern 2001 when the building is empty. On May 25, Mr. Del Sordi said he fore the anticipated December vote. about the situation, having seen a The business administrator con- will recommend the board use two Board Member Richard M. Meade recommendation in the district’s tri- firmed that a new asbestos report is different architects for the new con- voiced concerned about the impact annual report to replace the ceiling. being prepared, which will identify, struction and renovation projects, of unanticipated delays (related to Additional ceiling tests during the “room by room” the asbestos situa- respectively. Proposals are being passage of the bond referendum or April recess confirmed there is as- tion in district buildings. The report accepted from Faridy Thorne construction) on the district’s Sep- bestos content in the auditorium ceil- is due in six to eight weeks. Fraytak, an architectural planning tember 2002 target date for imple- ing. However, Mr. DelSordi said the In other board business, it was firm in Trenton, and from Tom Pot- mentation of the new K-4, 5-8 pro- ter, a Union-based architect. Kerrianne Spellman Cort for The TImes gram. INDEX LOLLING AROUND IN THE LAKE…A mother goose and her babies were still “Both do quality work,” said Mr. “If it slips, it slips to 2003,” he A&E ...... Page 22 Editorial ...... Page 4 Social ...... Page 6 celebrating Mother’s Day in the warm Monday sunshine at Lake Surprise in Del Sordi. “They seem to have an stated. Community ... Page 7 Obituary ...... Page 10 Sports ...... Page 13 Watchung. ability to get things through the De- Fellow Board Member Linda Religious ...... Page 11 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, May 18, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION SP Environ. Group SP-F BOE Hopes to Bring Meets Tonight In Special Session Bond to Voters in December CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 By FRED ROSSI Specially Written for The Times announced that the board and Scotch Dr. Choye assured her that students Plains-Fanwood Education Association would continue to be able to participate SCOTCH PLAINS — The had reached agreement on length-of-pe- in both. Scotch Plains Township Environ- riod changes at the middle schools. Scotch Plains resident Craig Nelson mental Commission will hold an Dr. Choye explained that, with the questioned the status of the flashing traf- emergency meeting tonight, May elimination of Guided Study Time, the fic lights on Terrill Road, which were 18, at 8 p.m. to discuss and assess middle school day will be converted into requested by the Coles and Terrill Schools an initial environmental study of seven periods. According to the superin- Parent Teacher Associations. The topic the park and ball fields being pro- tendent, there will be an increase in in- has been turned over to the newly-estab- posed for the Ashbrook Reserva- structional time with the first period of lished Shared Services Committee, which tion. the day lasting 53 minutes, and the sec- was scheduled to meet May 12. Last year, the township an- ond through sixth periods lasting 48 min- During the meeting, sparks flew as nounced an agreement with Union utes. Lunch time is reduced from 28 Scotch Plains resident Jerry Meola County to lease 22 to 25 acres of minutes to 25 minutes. sparred with board members Thomas property in the reservation and Board Vice President Dr. Donald E. Russo and Mr. Meade regarding his com- develop badly-needed parkland Sheldon recognized the “cooperative ments in a Letter to the Editor of The and sports fields. spirit” that prevailed between the board Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood and Earlier this year, the Township and union negotiating teams during the The Westfield Leader about Scotch Plains- Council awarded a contract to negotiating process which lead to resolu- Fanwood’s schools. Killam Associates, a consulting tion of the scheduling issue. “It appeared In his letter, Mr. Meola charged that engineering firm, to conduct an we turned a good corner in our relation- the district schools have “dropped from ship,” he said. the top five scholastically, in the state, initial set of tests on the site to Fanwood resident Mickey Howard to the low 50’s.” He also wrote, “We find whether there would be an Melber asked how the schedule change also have the dubious distinction of undue impact on the local ecosys- Cheri Rogowsky for The Times would affect middle school students’ being No. 3 in the cost per student.” tem as well as surrounding areas A PARKER FULL OF PANSIES...Parker Greenhouses in Scotch Plains cleverly spelled out its name in bunches of purple ability to participate in band and chorus. At the May 11 meeting, Mr. Meola if the park were to be developed. pansies recently. attributed his information to reports The Killam study, which was published in the Star-Ledger in spring just released to the New Jersey 1998 and fall 1999. Department of Environmental SCOTCH PLAINS At an April board meeting, Mr. Protection, is reportedly positive Former Zoo Property to Be Meade said Mr. Meola’s letter was in its initial evaluation. POLICE BLOTTER “factually lacking and not well thought Residents living near the reser- MONDAY, MAY 8 out.” Converted into Park Space Wilmer Zamora was being held in the There have been several subsequent vation, along with the various • A motorist reported that her 2000 Middlesex County Jail on unrelated governmental bodies having an CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Honda was damaged with a key along charges. Letters to the Editor denouncing Mr. interest in the development, have The township would share the violent offenders available to locali- the driver’s side front fender while parked THURSDAY, MAY 11 Meade’s comments as an attack on Mr. 15 days to formally respond to the $31,050 annual expense of the pro- ties to perform certain jobs. Mr. on Monica Place that day. • Police and fire personnel responded Meola. study’s findings. gram with Clark and Westfield, he Atkins, in a report to the council, • A burglary was discovered on to a house fire in the 300 block of Willow In his own Letter to the Editor to The The meeting tonight will be said, with three- or four-person work said program participants would in- Manitou Way after police were notified Avenue. The fire, located in the living Times and The Westfield Leader, Mr. held in the second floor confer- crews rotating on a weekly basis clude those convicted of certain motor of a suspicious person discarding items room, was subsequently brought under Russo last week defended Mr. Meade’s ence room at the Municipal Build- between the three municipalities. from a pillowcase on Rahway Road. The control. criticism of what Mr. Russo called, vehicle offenses; those convicted of items came from the Manitou Way resi- “the blatantly false and misleading ing. The S.L.A.P. program makes non- driving while intoxicated in cases in A 60-year-old female who lives in the dence. home was transported to Muhlenberg statements which Mr. Meola attempted which there were no injuries or ma- Entry to the home was gained through Regional Medical Center in Plainfield to pass off as facts.” jor damage, and other lesser offenses. a front window and miscellaneous jew- for observation and treatment of a minor At the May 11 meeting, Mr. Russo He said Union County Sheriff elry was taken. The matter remained injury. declared his intention to look up the Ralph Froehlich stressed that no one under investigation. The source of the fire was determined Star-Ledger articles himself to find the SP Planning Bd. Mulls Plans convicted of weapons offenses, as- WEDNESDAY, MAY 10 to be an electrical cord and was ruled origins of Mr. Meola’s complaints. sault, or sex-related crimes would be • A Rahway Road resident reported a accidental. eligible for the program. burglary at the home in which miscella- • A bulldozer was damaged by hav- For Hovanian Construction Last month, Walter DiNizo, the neous jewelry was taken. Entry was ing rocks thrown at it near Kramer Manor CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 gained through a rear window. Park. township’s Director of Public Prop- • • Fair Share Plan that he cannot legally contest the using the old bridge. A Ravenswood Lane resident re- A woman’s pocketbook was re- erty, said he felt that S.L.A.P. pro- ported the theft of a cellular telephone ported stolen from a parked vehicle on town’s zoning. Both meetings were punctuated gram participants could perform a from his unlocked vehicle during the Martin Place. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Mr. Butler pointed out that future by numerous objections from both number of tasks in Scotch Plains, night. • The theft of a bicycle was reported victory, borough negotiators eventu- residents would have to tolerate blast- attorneys, questioning the appro- including cutting grass along several • Wilmer Zamora, 25, and Walter J. by a Treeview Circle resident. ally won approval of a single-family ing activities by Weldon in nearby roads, litter pickup, light stream Arias-Zamora, 20, both of New FRIDAY, MAY 12 housing plan which reduced that priateness of each side’s questions, • quarry locations as well as heavy cleanup and cleaning up the former Brunswick, were arrested in connection Three Plainfield residents were ar- number to eight. testimony and evidence. with burglaries and thefts that were re- rested and charged with possession of industrial traffic, including more than Site Plan Engineer Joseph zoo property. Four of those units were built in Mr. Atkins said he expects to re- ported May 8 on Manitou Way and Heri- less than 50 grams of marijuana and 2,000 truck trips per day coming to tage Lane pursuant to an investigation Elizabeth as part of a regional con- Flemming was called on to explain ceive a draft agreement from the consumption of alcohol in a motor ve- and from the site. the flood plain measures that would by Detective Donnell Joyce of the Scotch hicle pursuant to a motor vehicle stop on tribution agreement. The remaining county within the next week, which four dwellings will be located in The location would be more suited be used to insure proper drainage Plains Police Department. Park Avenue. would allow the council to formally Arias-Zamora was released after be- The suspects were identified as Taji Fanwood, including three planned for office buildings or light indus- of storm water run-off from the vote to approve participation in the ing served with multiple summonses. Blackburn, 21, Ladohn Courtney, 19, for Terrill Road and a fourth for trial usage, according to Mr. Butler. site. program next month. and Harvey Bradley, 26. Midway Avenue. Ms. Chesler, however, told The According to Mr. Flemming, a The council will hold its next regu- Times that the site adequately meets storm water management plan has lar meeting on Tuesday, May 23, at 8 all of the DEP and township’s zon- been devised in accordance with p.m. Sohayla Massachi Recalled By Former ing requirements and in her opin- DEP and Scotch Plains Township ion, Weldon does not have any le- guidelines that would adequately gitimate objections. handle 125 percent of a 100-year Fanwood Teachers for Dedication to Family, School “We believe that this proposal storm projection, called a “regula- BY LAWRENCE HENRY her daughter’s sophomore year to Massachi’s life, so promising until would be a good asset to Scotch Specially Written for The Times tory flood.” A proposed detention talk to a health sciences class about last week, to take such a tragic Council WESTFIELD -- Sohayla Plains’ housing needs,” Ms. Chesler basin would maintain most of the the birth of Sohayla’s baby sister. turn. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Massachi, a 1994 graduate of said. projected storm water run-off. Gaile Boothe, twice President of “I remember those deadline- Robert Rodgers of Orth-Rodgers rent salary range for borough em- Westfield High School, never struck Mr. Flemming displayed color- the College Women’s Club of crazy nights,” she said of the ’94 ployees. anyone as a likely murder victim. & Associates, based in Philadel- coded topographical maps of the Westfield, served on a scholarship yearbook project. Of the two remaining ordinances, Leah Jarvis, an art teacher, ad- phia, testified before the board as a site showing flood water depths examination committee that ulti- Ms. Massachi had been one of transportation expert on behalf of one endorsed a provision enabling vised Ms. Massachi as one of a and building heights for a regula- mately awarded a $1,500-a-year three students who helped design the applicant. tory flood projection. homeowners in Fanwood’s R-50 and group of students who produced R-75 zones to build an addition, college scholarship to Ms. the cover. Titled “Laying the Foun- the 1994 Westfield High School According to Mr. Rodgers, a traf- All of the habitable building deck or patio onto their home with- Massachi. dation,” the ’94 yearbook com- fic study of the site and surround- yearbook. heights are a few feet above the out having to appear before the Plan- memorated the anniversary of the “They were good kids,” she said ing area completed by his firm projected water depths of the flood ning Board, providing the extension laying of the cornerstone for this week, in wonder at how the concluded that adding 100 plain and exceed DEP require- continues in a straight line and the Westfield High School. townhouses to the neighborhood lives of one of those students could ments, Mr. Flemming told the sideyard setback is no less than eight The cover, embossed in deep feet. have ended so tragically. Mrs. Jarvis would not have a significant ad- board. Additionally, current tech- blue, depicts a construction crane. The fourth ordinance amends the specifically recalled Ms. Massachi verse impact on traffic flow. nology would design water-tight “It was a bad winter that year,” “Most of the residents would be Borough Code to regulate the width as “very quiet, bright, did very well sewers and water mains so that no said Mrs. Jarvis. “I remember tak- of driveways where two-car garages — a private kind of student.” entering and exiting the site to erosion or flood waters could infil- ing her home in the ice after one of Route 22 via the construction of trate the system, according to Mr. are permitted in the Terrill Afford- Ms. Massachi, 23, who lived in able Housing Zone. An ordinance our late nights, because it wasn’t Scotland Avenue, without impact- Union and was close to completing Flemming’s Flood Plan Report. amending the code to limit use of safe to walk.” her degree requirements at Seton ing other, nearby intersections,” However, during questioning by two-car garages in the zone was Mrs. Boothe said that what mainly Hall University, died at University Mr. Rodgers stated. Mr. Butler Mr. Flemming agreed adopted by the council last month. came through during Ms. Massachi’s Access to the site by heavy emer- Hospital in Newark last Friday af- that parts of Meadow Avenue, Union The council passed several resolu- scholarship interview “was how ma- ter being shot by a former boy- gency vehicles would require rout- Avenue and Scotland Avenue would tions amending the borough’s 2000 ture she was. That’s why this is so municipal budget to reflect the re- friend in his Central Avenue du- ing the emergency vehicles down be inundated under water during a heartbreaking. She wasn’t a fly-by- Route 22 or replacing a 92-year- ceipt of a $100,000 state grant for plex two days earlier. regulatory flood. night kid. She wasn’t going to col- downtown improvements; a $30,000 The former boyfriend, 24-year- old, weight restricted bridge on Mr. Butler repeatedly attempted lege for the fun of it. grant from Comcast Cablevision and old Christopher Honrath, fatally Union Avenue. to get Mr. Flemming to concede that “She had genuine goals and am- According to Robert Kraus, during a regulatory flood, parts of a $2,000 audio visual grant from the shot himself after critically wound- New Jersey Division of State Li- Sohayla Massachi bitions. And her fellow students ing Ms. Massachi. Authorities said Scotch Plains’ attorney for the Route 22 would most likely be brary for the Fanwood Memorial loved her.” Donatos, the county already has closed, hampering access to Scot- Library. he abducted her near the Seton Hall “I distinctly remember her,” said plans to replace the old bridge land Avenue and the site. However, Officials passed a resolution au- campus in South Orange and drove Mrs. Boothe. “She was a lovely, sometime this year. Mr. Flemming disagreed, stating that thorizing Fire Chief John Piccola to her to the Westfield apartment on lovely person. What impressed the FANWOOD A historical significance study he was unaware of Scotch Plains’ submit a grant application to the the afternoon of May 10. committee, in addition to her ex- POLICE must first be completed to deter- emergency management plans for state Department of Community Thom Hornish, a history teacher cellent academic credentials, was mine if the bridge needs to be saved Route 22 during floods. Affairs for a thermal imaging cam- and cross-country and track coach that she was so helpful to her mother BLOTTER and moved somewhere else. That Mr. Butler pointed out that a DEP era, which allows firefighters to pin- at Westfield High for 28 years, — particularly in taking care of her study will take four to six months stream encroachment permit granted to point trapped fire victims as well as shared Mrs. Jarvis’ astonishment at younger sister. (That is) a very ma- MONDAY, MAY 1 and is scheduled to commence the site would allow the applicant to hidden blazes in walls or ceilings. the murder. • Power tools valued at $3,500 An additional resolution supported ture thing to do.” shortly. Once the bridge is replaced, displace a significant amount of land fill. “When this incident came up, I Mrs. Jarvis remembered Ms. were reported stolen from the back a joint agreement between Fanwood porch of a residence in the 100 block then emergency vehicles would be “Aren’t you in effect redistributing and Scotch Plains to proceed with said, ‘Naw, Jeez, it just couldn’t Massachi as “not a silly kind of able to access the proposed site by happen,’” said Mr. Hornish. of Farley Avenue. the fill of the site and moving the flood repairs to the Hetfield Avenue bridge. high school girl. She wasn’t into THURSDAY, MAY 4 the new bridge. plain back? Approximately how much The bridge spans the NJ Transit Mathematics teacher Merilyn the prom or high school glitz.” • Police reported that someone However, Mr. Rodgers explained dirt will the site be moving?” Mr. Raritan Valley rail line. Diamond said she felt “a special “Once she had a thought or a damaged a car in the 10 block of to the Board that the traffic study Butler asked. Scheduled to begin on Thursday, bonding” with Ms. Massachi. goal, that’s what she would follow Paterson Road by cutting a seat belt has devised an alternate emergency Mr. Flemming answered that ap- June 1, the work will include road- “I also had her mother as a stu- through on ’til the end,” said Mrs. in the vehicle and writing with magic access plan that could allow access proximately 40,000 yards of dirt or way resurfacing and structural re- dent,” Mrs. Diamond recalled. Jarvis. “She was very strong-willed marker on the rear license plate. to the site via Route 22 east and about 2,000 dump trucks full would pairs to the bridge. It is being funded “During the year I had her, her SATURDAY, MAY 6 about that.” • then west, which would not require be moved. with $146,000 from NJ Transit and mother gave birth to her little sis- A patron at a South Avenue res- grants of $55,000 each which were So what happened? ter. taurant reported that her purse, which awarded to Scotch Plains and “It’s the Internet – that’s very contained personal papers, was sto- Fanwood from the state Department “She was an excellent student, a disturbing,” commented Mr. len from the establishment. SSIDEWALKIDEWALK SSALEALE of Transportation. caring individual. She helped out Hornish, referring to reports that WEDNESDAY, MAY 10 Another resolution awarded a bid at home and loved doing it,” her Ms. Massachi had met the man • A burglary was reported at a th of $10,460 to Warren-based Sage teacher said. who murdered her via the Internet. home in the 400 block of Midway Saturday, May 20 Landscaping and Tree Services for Mrs. Diamond also remembered Mrs. Jarvis agreed. Avenue, after which $500 in cash 9am to 4pm the planting of trees along South that Ms. Massachi had graduated “The Internet — that surprised and $1,000 worth of jewelry was Rain Date: Sun., May 21st Avenue. with honors, had been a member of me. I talked to my class about it the discovered missing. There were no Officials additionally approved reso- the National Honor Society and next day, and told them it could signs of forced entry and the matter lutions authorizing the receipt of bids had founded an Amnesty Interna- remained under investigation. TREMENDOUS SAVINGS! for storage sheds for the Department serve as a warning about the dan- FRIDAY, MAY 12 of Public Works; a sprinkler system tional chapter at the high school. gers of the kind of people you can • Ernesto Galeano, 34, of Lowell, UP TO 75% OFF and pavers for the Watson Road pocket She was proud of her family, and meet.” Mass. was arrested at the Fanwood showed it at school, her former INCLUDING RETIRED DEPT 56 BUILDING & ACCESSORIES park, and for sidewalks, pavers, duct Mrs. Jarvis, interviewed by The Municipal Building and charged with work, lighting and streetscaping re- teacher noted. Times in Westfield High School’s driving while intoxicated. He was lated to downtown improvements. “She even had her stepfather gymnasium, sat on a bench in the released on his own recognizance. only at... They also gave the green light to come in to talk about his experi- TUESDAY, MAY 16 middle of the spring art show, sur- • Irma’s resolutions allowing the borough to ences in Desert Storm,” Mrs. Dia- John Dudash, 77, of Fanwood rounded by paintings, sculptures was arrested on Shady Lane and submit an application for a historic mond recalled. and excited students. 39 S. Martine Avenue • Fanwood • (908) 322-4008 preservation grant and encouraging charged with driving while intoxi- In addition, Ms. Massachi’s She was clearly at a loss to ex- cated. He was released on his own establishment of a county animal mother came to the school during Monday-Friday 9-9 • Saturday 9-6 • Sunday 9-4 control program. plain what happened to cause Ms. recognizance. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 2 Thursday, May 18, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Mountainside Council Recognizes Freeholders Adopt $306 Mil. Two Long-Time, Active Residents Budget; Taxes to Rise Locally By PAUL J. PEYTON ing the final spending plan. the real importance is how the free- By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL for always responding timely to the Afterwards, Assemblyman Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times She cited the Democrat freehold- holders spends the county budget. many emergency calls that we have Weingarten read a Joint Legislative ELIZABETH — Although the ers’ “sound fiscal management” in He noted that the past few years MOUNTAINSIDE—Two resolu- had in the last 26 years.” Resolution from the state Senate Union County tax levy will remain tions of recognition were read for During the presentation, New Jer- and the New Jersey State Assembly holding the line on the county-wide the county has included programs to two long-time residents of the Bor- flat this year, 12 towns will see purpose tax. She charged that when provide full scholarships for resi- sey Assemblyman Joel Weingarten on behalf of Mr. Brahm’s work for increases in the amount of money ough of Mountainside at Tuesday’s (R-21st) announced that he would the borough and his efforts working Republicans, which had the major- dents to attend Union County Col- council meeting. make an appearance at Children’s for the Mountainside Historic Pres- collected in property taxes to sup- ity from 1992-1996, controlled the lege, for funds to renovate existing Mayor Robert F. Viglianti read Specialized Hospital on Thursday, ervation Committee. He also recog- port county government. board over 60 percent of the budget parks or create new ones and to resolutions for both Richard B. May 25, to issue a proclamation in nized that Mr. Brahm was a 1994 The Board of Chosen Freeholders was supported through taxes. provide grants to local artists. Ahlfeld, President of Children’s Spe- Mr. Ahlfeld’s honor from the New recipient of the Mountainside Mabel Thursday night adopted the $305.86 That number, for the first time, is This year’s budget contains sev- cialized Hospital in Mountainside, Jersey State Assembly. Young Good Neighbor Award. million budget. To support the bud- below 50 percent, she emphasized. eral new grant programs. Senior Fo- and Arthur J. Brahm, Mountainside Mayor Viglianti then recognized According to the mayor, Mr. get, a total of $150.13 million will Taxes as a percentage of the county cus is aimed at expanding existing native and life-long resident. Both Mr. Brahm who was a founding Brahm and his wife, Peggy Jo, have be raised in taxes. men have recently retired. budget have dropped from 61 per- or creating new senior centers. Se- member of the Mountainside His- lived in their family’s historic farm- Locally, Westfield, will see the Mr. Ahlfeld retired from toric Preservation Committee and house in Mountainside where they centage to 49 percent since 1991 and niors in Motion will provide ve- Children’s Specialized Hospital af- largest bump, $538,421, in the county 3 percent from last year alone. Dur- hicles towns to enhance transporta- was a Chairman of the Committee raised three children, who all gradu- tax levy. The town’s overall county ter 26 years of service. from 1975-1999. ated from the Mountainside Public ing this period, the tax levy has risen tion for seniors. According to the mayor, during The mayor stated: “Mr. Brahm School System. It was noted that levy, $15,018,846 is second in the from $131.8 to $150.1 million. Senior Scholars will offer schol- Mr. Ahlfeld’s tenure, he “established has dedicated his services to pre- Mr. Brahm also graduated from the county behind Summit, $15,351,144, Other revenue sources include $26 arships for seniors to continue their a rapport between the Borough of serving the borough’s historic past local Public School System. which will see a hike of $498,016. million of the county’s estimated education. Mountainside and the Board of by identifying buildings, locations Finally, it was reported that this Scotch Plains is seventh with a $40 million in surplus funds, ac- The county plans to authorize Trustees of the hospital, which made and artifacts of historic significance year council was awarding the Vale- county tax levy of $8,816,156, up an expansion of the hospital facili- counting for 8.5 percent of the bud- $1,995,000 to support the $2.1 mil- to Mountainside and was instrumen- dictorian and Salutatorian of the $260,975 over last year. Fanwood is get; $41,048,742 in state and federal lion Senior Focus program; ties possible and did not impinge tal in saving the Hetfield House and Deerfield School with a $300 and 19th with a total of $2,408,778 to be grants accounting for 13.42 percent $380,000 for the $400,000 Seniors upon the lives of the persons who in its continued restoration.” $200 savings bond, respectively, raised in county purpose taxes, up own homes in the neighboring com- The mayor noted that Mr. Brahm during their Wednesday, June 21 of the budget, and additional county in Motion project. munity.” $27,211 over 1999. Taxes in revenue which accounts for 28.99 Other capital projects included in was retiring from Bliwise Liquors graduation. In past years, the Bor- Mountainside will rise $59,568 to The mayor also noted that Mr. in Mountainside after 40 years and ough Council had awarded students percent of the spending plan. the spending plan are improvements Ahlfeld’s efforts working with the moving out of town to Sussex with a $150 and $100 bond, respec- $4,172,760. The latter is generated from such to the intersection of East Broad borough’s governing body “saved County. tively. The county tax board sets the revenue streams as the County and Chestnut Streets in Westfield, both bodies substantial amounts of amount to be raised for individual Clerk’s office, anticipated at $2.1 where a traffic signal is planned, time, money and energy.” towns with municipalities determin- million; $400,000 from the office of and an in-pavement lighted cross- Mr. Ahlfeld served in an execu- ing the local impact based on these the Surrogate and $700,000 from walk adjacent to Temple Emanu-El tive capacity since 1974 and as the numbers. Chief Executive Officer since 1985. the Sheriff’s Office. on East Broad Street. Taxes will all rise in Berkeley The county anticipates another Two pedestrians were killed along He was a past trustee (1979-85 and Heights, Clark, Cranford, Garwood, 1992-1998) of the National Asso- $2 million in realty transfer fees a stretch of East Broad, including ciation of Children’s Hospital’s and Hillside, Kenilworth, New Provi- through the Register of Deeds and the crosswalk near the Temple, early Related Institutions and has been a dence, Rahway and Winfield. $4.9 million in interest on invest- last year. member of the New Jersey Cata- County taxes will drop in Eliza- ments and deposits. Also, $350,000 is included for strophic Illness in Children Relief beth, Plainfield, Roselle, Roselle Noting the new programs this year continuation of the restoration and Fund Commission since its creation Park, Springfield and Union. aimed at the county’s growing se- dredging of county lakes. Additional in 1988. Mr. Ahlfeld has also served Republican freeholder candidate nior population, Freeholder Ruotolo improvements are planned for the as a past Chapter Chairman of the Wally Shackell, Jr. of Cranford told noted that she was, “proud of how Ash Brook Golf Course in Scotch local American Red Cross and was the board that while it does not set a past President of the Rotary Club we are spending” the county’s tax Plains and a new roof on the the municipal county tax rates, it levy this year. Watchung Stables in Mountainside. of Westfield. does have the power over spending. “The word retirement is one I try Freeholder Vice Chairman The county will soon authorize to shy away from,” stated Mr. “Looking at this budget I do be- Alexander Mirabella of Roselle $29 million in debt to support a Ahlfeld. “I am looking forward to lieve the county could have done a Park, a member of the finance com- $36.16 million capital budget. devoting my full-time energy to the better job on spending,” he ex- mittee, said the committee’s goal Director of Finance Lawrence M. Children’s Specialized Hospital plained. was to deliver a tax levy that was Caroselli told The Westfield Leader Foundation. I want to thank the bor- Vincent Lehotsky of Elizabeth, a “stable and affordable” to the half and The Times of Scotch Plains- ough for honoring me and I want to SALUTE TO THE FLAG…Wolf Den No. 3 of St. Bartholomew the Apostle Roman Catholic Church in Scotch Plains recently performed their first Flag regular attendee of freeholder meet- million residents of the county. He Fanwood that once the debt is au- say a special thank you to the Res- Ceremony. Pictured, left to right, are: Kevin Yeager, Scott Keogh, Justin ings, commented that 10 of the 15 said this year’s flat tax levy follows thorized by the county in the next cue Squad, Police Department and Brownstein, Evan Schdendorf, Charles Kennedy, Matthew Sawchuck and Peter Union County towns included in the Fire Department in Mountainside Citera. two cuts in 1998 and 1999. few weeks the county’s total debt Seventh Congressional District will Freeholder Deborah Scanlon of will be $258 million. He said the see there county taxes increase this Your Environmental Headquarters Union added that the freeholders maximum debt which can be autho- year. have delivered five consecutive bud- rized is $641 million. SINCE • Vacuums His comments were in response gets where the amount to be raised He said the officials will decide 1956 • Sewing Machines to County Michael J. Lapolla’s cam- in taxes has remained stable or de- later this year which projects to fund • Outdoor Power Equipment paign for Congress in that district. clined. Democrats regained the in the annual capital bond ordinance. • Janitorial Supplies Mr. Lapolla resides in Westfield. majority in 1997. That ordinance will be funded either • Air and Water Purification Freeholder Mary P. 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The Westfield Leader THE TIMES U.S. Congress Must Find Courage of Scotch Plains – Fanwood — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— To Enact Gun Control Legislation The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood and the County of Union and the Township of Scotch Plains From the Desk of Member of: Member of: New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association Senator Robert G. Torricelli National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association ARKANSAS Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association Last April, Americans mourned manufacturing standards. Firearms TOOTHPICK Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey the loss of 12 students brutally gunned remain the only consumer product P.O. Box 250 • 50 Elm Street P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue down by their fellow classmates in sold in America not regulated for Arkansawyers (a variant of Arkan- Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 Littleton, Colo. For those of us who safety, and yet they are inherently san) have a tendency to indulge in the use of jocular metaphors, which Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 have spent years fighting for gun the most dangerous products sold. safety, it seemed that this tragedy at Even more absurd is the fact that toy either create a Bunyanesque view of POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at Columbine High School would fi- guns are regulated, but real guns are Arkansas life, or which ridicule the P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 nally provide the catalyst required not. Consumer regulation would en- one-time relatively primitive nature of life in that state. The Arkansas PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. for much needed action on this issue. sure that like every other product in But today, after a year that gener- America, firearms are safely de- toothpick, which is a good example Michelle H. LePoidevin Horace R. Corbin Joanna B. Marsh ated such high expectations for the signed, built and distributed, not only of the Bunyanesque form of this fig- A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER MARKETING passage of responsible gun safety for the benefit of the public, but also ure of speech, is a bowie knife. legislation, the first anniversary of for that of the people that purchase This metaphor has the effect of Suzette F. Stalker Gail S. Corbin David B. Corbin magnifying the special grand nature COMMUNITY GENERAL MANAGER SPORTS Columbine passes with little to show them. but another 28,000 adults, another Nevertheless, as long as the NRA of Arkansas by depreciating a very Paul J. Peyton Karen M. Hinds Kim Kinter large bayonet-sized blade said to have BUSINESS and GOVERNMENT OFFICE MANAGER NEWS & EDITORIAL 4,000 children and another 12 stu- is allowed to dominate the gun de- dents whose deaths have been added bate in place of common sense and been invented by Jim Bowie (1796- SUBSCRIPTION PRICE to the grim statistical toll of gun compassion, measures like this that 1836), a Texas revolutionary leader. One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 violence in America. could make a real difference towards Here are some additional Many of us in Congress had hoped ending gun violence will remain Arkansanesque idioms obtained from to mark this anniversary with the hostage to an organization whose the Dictionary of American Regional enactment of a promising juvenile agenda continues to place our chil- English (DARE): ‘Hedge Property’: Is Sale in Best Interest justice bill passed by the Congress in dren and our communities at risk. • Arkansas lizard – “a louse” the aftermath of Columbine. This It is time for Congress to finally • Arkansas asphalt – “logs laid side Of Downtown Scotch Plains Development? legislation included common sense muster the courage to act responsi- by side to form a corduroy road.” gun safety measures that would close bly on this issue. It is time for us to • Arkansas fire extinguisher – “a After a few years of some informal discussions and Well, for us, this is exactly the point. Scotch Plains the ‘gun show loophole’ allowing bring comfort to the millions of par- chamber pot.” preliminary studies, the Scotch Plains Township can enhance the downtown with the Hedge Property firearm sales at gun shows without a ents who live in fear that their child • Arkansas dew – “a sudden heavy background check. It would also pro- may become the next statistic. Out of rain.” Council is now trying to inject some fresh —and real Project and other initiatives, DECA can continue to • Arkansas T-bone steak – “ba- — momentum towards the sale of the small tract of win national titles and the Raiders can continue to hibit minors from possessing deadly concern for our families, and out of automatic weapons and would re- respect for the memories of those con.” township-owned land, the so-called “hedge prop- win conference and state sports titles. quire all new firearms to be fitted who died at Columbine, we can do • Arkansas wedding cake – “corn erty,” which is located adjacent to the Municipal Some are concerned that the project may fail be- with child safety locks. nothing less. bread.” Building on Park Avenue. cause of competition from neighboring malls and Once considered too basic and too * * * * * You might want to invent your sensible to warrant resistance, this Robert G. Torricelli is a first-term own Arkansas metaphors on your Last week, the council passed a resolution autho- other downtowns. In the positive view, there’s no U.S. Senator from the state of New Jer- Arkansas word processor, also known rizing the preparation of a subdivision application to reason to worry about Blue Stars, Devils or Cougars legislation remains trapped in a leg- islative quagmire, a victim of the sey. as a pencil. be submitted to the township Planning Board. If that because all that Scotch Plains has going for it is the influence of gun control opponents GUEST COLUMN goes through, a rezoning hearing would then follow. people. who have once again prevented Con- The Scotch Plains government wants to sell the On the other hand, however, this proposed project gress from acting on the will of the property so it could be developed into what would is dubious to us, for several reasons. Local officials American public. Stop Talking, Take Action: likely be a two-story, mixed office-retail building. should consider a few issues before barreling ahead In place of progress, organizations like the National Rifle Association Town Parking Need is Real Proponents of the idea see such a building, with with this project. have offered the American public 9,500-square-feet of space on each floor, enhancing The hedge property itself is a small parcel of land. flimsy rhetoric that blames gun vio- Editor’s Note: First Ward Westfield for a parking deck. The other mu- the central business district. Any building put up on the site would occupy not lence on the poor enforcement of Councilman Carl A. Salisbury, who nicipal lots are too small. A three- Currently, the west side of Park Avenue between only all of that property, but also about 10-15 percent existing gun laws. Enforcement cer- serves on the Mayor’s Parking Plan story structure on any of them, re- East Second Street and Front Street is home only to of the municipal lot behind it. Parking in downtown tainly remains a critical element of Steering Committee and is chairman of gardless of configuration, leaves us any solution to the problem of gun the Transportation, Parking and Traffic about 300 spaces short of our needs. only two businesses — a bank and a restaurant — Scotch Plains is already tight, and a new building that violence, but it is not the solution Committee, presents his views on the and the Municipal Building, the Village Green and a gobbles up a portion of the public lot would only town’s parking situation. Next week, Of the remaining two, Lot 3A is itself. Better enforcement of gun laws superior to Lot 1. cannot prevent the 1,500 accidental another look at the issue will be pre- parking lot, the latter being fronted by the hedge exacerbate the problem. And a new office-retail build- sented by Third Ward Councilman Neil A three-story deck on Lot 1 adds property, a grassy plot of land where the community ing would immediately create the need for more, not shootings that take place each year. F. Sullivan. only 181 spaces, at a cost of $31,000 Nor will it address the fact that 43 bulletin board, which also serves as a memorial to fewer, parking spaces for those who would work in * * * * * per space added. The cost per space percent of parents leave guns in their added in a moderate-sized (760- Vietnam War veterans, now stands. Adding a new the building and for visitors to the building as well. homes unsecured, and 13 percent of By CARL A. SALISBURY building would extend the retail strip and give the What kind of businesses would the building at- space) three-story deck on Lot 3A those guns are left unsecured and Whether Westfield needs addi- would be $18,500. An adequate deck area a better look and feel, backers of the develop- tract? Some have complained in recent years that loaded or with ammunition nearby. tional parking capacity is no longer an interesting question. Every expert on Lot 1 would have to extend on to ment claim, as well as provide added space for there are too many nail salons in downtown Scotch These and other statistics point to the Trader Joe’s property, which is the need for a broad approach to gun study of Westfield parking has docu- privately owned. Building on it would retailers. They also point to the local tax revenue that Plains. Would new retail space attract more of the mented our critical parking short- control, towards which the provi- require purchasing or condemning would be generated by a two-story building of the same? No one has yet talked about the kinds of sions contained in the juvenile jus- age. Unless we stop discussing type now envisioned. businesses envisioned for the new building. And it, adding cost and delay to the project. tice bill are admittedly modest steps. whether to build more parking ca- Lot 1 has a concrete sewer line five But, there are two sides to every story. with a newly-refurbished Blue Star shopping center Bolder measures are required that pacity and start discussing where to build it, we could more profitably feet in diameter, running across its On the one hand, there are those of us who believe down the street and another new shopping mall a would restrict firearms sales to one length, four feet below the surface. the Hedge Property Project should move ahead and few miles down Route 22 in North Plainfield in the per month and re-institute the crucial spend our time and energy on other Moving it to build the deck will add waiting period for background checks problems. to construction costs. everyone should get behind it to make it the best it works, will small retailers even be willing to take on handgun purchases. Regretfully, The recent Rich & Associates re- can be. the risk of locating their businesses so close to two port is the most comprehensive study A Lot 1 deck is financially risky offers to delay consideration of these because, paradoxically, it would draw This is an excellent example of partnership be- big malls? provisions in order to achieve con- ever of parking in Westfield. It docu- most of its parkers from parking zones tween local government and business to improve the Another selling point for the proposed develop- sensus on the juvenile justice bill ments a combined north and south side need for 500 additional parking the Rich report shows actually have community. Don’t let squabbling or doubt get in the ment is the property tax revenue that a mixed-use have done little to shake up the status excess capacity (unlike the zones quo. spaces. south and east of Lot 1, which are way and throttle the enthusiasm. The initiatives building would generate. After all, perhaps some tax While there is no single solution to The report also shows that the lot under way to improve downtown Scotch Plains need receipts are better than none at all, which is what the behind the Leader Store, which is desperately short of spaces). By con- the problem of gun violence, an ef- trast, Rich estimates that monthly to be continued and expanded. It can be done and all hedge property currently generates. But one estimate fective place to start is to treat fire- called Lot 1, and the lot at the south revenues would equal monthly ex- in the community will win. we’ve heard is that such a building would result in no arms like every other consumer prod- side train station, called Lot 3A, are the only two viable municipal lots penses after only two years of oper- Already, there’s been new lighting and sidewalks. more than about $50,000 in local property tax rev- uct and subject them to safety and ating a moderate-sized Lot 3A deck. East Second Street has seen facade work and parking enue. The township this year expects to raise about The Rich plan solves both the com- improvements. At some point in the future, the $9.2 million from property taxes to finance the $17 muter and north side parking prob- Letters to the Editor lems by converting existing north overhead lines in downtown will be buried. million municipal budget; an extra $50,000 would be side long-term parking into short- There are great programs throughout the year in a minuscule addition to the government’s coffers. term spaces and putting those long- downtown Scotch Plains. Where else can you be Developing the hedge property might give Scotch Homosexual Group Organizer term parkers into a Lot 3A deck. entertained by the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Plains officials the impression that they are doing Through enforcement, meter feed- School Marching Band, experience the joy of the something positive for the downtown business dis- ers and downtown employees who Differs With Comments in Article now park in prime north side spaces Christmas display at the Village Green, have fun at trict, but it could end up being a Pyrrhic victory. In the May 11 article in The Westfield understanding to me. will park in the deck, adding over the car shows and “dunk the Mayor”? Sure, a piece of seemingly wasted public property Leader and The Times of Scotch Plains- State Senator C. Louis Bassano de- 200 short-term spaces to the north Recently at the Spring Fling Dinner Dance of the would be developed, giving the area more of a Fanwood Terri Warmbrand, Chairper- fined the forum in a letter to me. He side. Scotch Plains Business and Professional Associa- downtown feel and bringing in some tax money. But son of the Union County Committee stated, “Those involved in that pro- Such a deck, incidentally, would tion, there was again a record turnout. would it be worth the effort to stick a building there, Against Hate, made inaccurate com- gram are predominantly Jewish and cover only about one half the surface ments regarding my efforts to include what they are doing is sponsoring a of Lot 3A. Mayor Marty Marks told us that he and other town exacerbate the parking situation, and hope for the best gays and lesbians in the forum, “Stand- program to try to ease the discrimina- Recent initiatives, such as the pilot leaders were speaking about their communities at a when it comes to filling the vacant space —all for a ing Together Against Hate VI.” tion against the Jewish Community.” I program for having downtown em- county get together. Some towns said they had few extra bucks in tax revenue? Ms. Warmbrand stated, “Mr. gave this and other information for the ployees park in Lot 3A on Saturdays, Merck & Co., Inc. another said Schering Plough The Township Council has rightly made downtown DeCarlo has made it clear to me that he interview. will help. So will better enforcement Corporation, another said Lucent Technologies. redevelopment a priority and has been ably assisted wants to monopolize our events for his In a co-article concerning the forum, of Lot 3A permits and implementa- specific agenda of gay rights and dis- this year’s keynote speaker, Jimmie tion of a jitney. Mayor Marks spoke to the group about all the things in its endeavors by the Downtown Task Force. A host crimination.” I have never made this Jones said, “that communication be- But these are band-aids. They will that the Scotch Plains community does. Afterwards, of welcome improvements are already in the works, statement. Due to my focus, I have tween different racial and minority not give us 500 new parking spaces. he was approached and complimented by a neigh- but putting up a building in the wrong place shouldn’t only encouraged the forum’s organiz- groups in the community was essential Only a deck will do that. boring mayor who said, “I guess all that Scotch be part of those plans. ers and cosponsors to include gays and to bringing about harmony and toler- We can study this problem some Plains has going for it is the people.” What Do You Think? lesbians and their organizations in or- ance.” I have been and will continue to more and kill the Rich plan through der to give our situation attention. meet this challenge. When will the paralysis by analysis. Or we can, at Monopoly never, but inclusion in a Union County Committee Against Hate long last, construct a moderate-sized, nonrestrictive event, yes. I have also and its forum’s cosponsors meet the three-story, aesthetically pleasing Letters to the Editor never “dictated” or assumed such con- challenge and give respect to gays and deck on the only spot that makes trol from her or any of the cosponsors. lesbians? good sense and move on to other The Religious Right often uses the George DeCarlo problems. New Union County Budget May Not Beware of Switch phrase “Homosexual Agenda.” I can Friends Against Sexual Orientation I have an abiding hope that we will assure Ms. Warmbrand that such an Discrimination have the wisdom and courage to just agenda or “mission” does not exist, but Berkeley Heights do it. Be All That it Seems, Reader Says To Self Serve Gas, that equal rights and unbiased action The Union County Freeholders across the county, telling all who does exist as a goal for gays and lesbi- have adopted the year 2000 county will listen of how they have kept the NJ Resident Says ans. budget and on the whole, the county’s tax levy the same as last year and of People of Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Additionally, Ms. Warmbrand makes taxes are not going up. The Free- how they have lowered county taxes Mountainside and Westfield, beware the serious accusation that “Mr. holder Board and the county man- the past five years. of the move to get self service at the DeCarlo has been harassing her staff ager will be blowing their trumpets You just might believe them at gas station. and herself with a barrage of accusa- their word, for part of it is true. The Why do you think oil companies tory letters and phone calls for more other part, well . . . For instance, the are for self pumping! It’s not for the than a year.” I have sent, and will send Franks Story City of Summit’s taxes have gone in consumers’ benefit. New Jersey has to anyone requesting the correspon- one direction for the past five years, the lowest gas prices (taxes included) dence, asking for their answers to my Is ‘Puff Piece,’ and that is up. The only Union County and you don’t have to pump. Write inquisitory letters. Further, I have not municipality that holds this dubious the New Jersey Governor and your had contact with Ms. Warmbrand Reader Says distinction. I might think that there is representatives and Senator Gerald through phone calls for well over a Your story on Congressman Bob an aversion to Summit by the county Cardinale, a prime mover, before it’s year. I do not understand her accusa- Franks (The Westfield Leader and The government. too late. tions. While other municipalities, such Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood, May Joseph C. Chieppa Lastly, Ms. Warmbrand stated, “he 11) belongs on the editorial page, not the as Elizabeth, is paying less in county Mountainside is more than welcome to remain a co- news section. This is nothing if not free taxes this year than last year. There sponsor. . . ” I was not allowed to advertising for Representative Franks’ are 12 towns that are getting their Deadlines cosponsor this year. Also, the Commit- Senate race. I think the appropriate term county taxes raised, and 10 of them General News - Friday 4pm tee was ordered by a former cosponsor, is “puff piece.” are in the Seventh Congressional Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm New Jersey Office of Bias Crimes and There were no hard questions or dis- District. Classifieds - Tuesday 2pm cussions of serious issues, only a review Community Relations, in 1999 to in- of the Congressman’s “accomplish- So, while, county taxes remain the clude myself at the last minute. same this year. They are, in fact, How To Reach Us The article has attributed a statement ments.” I suggest that in fairness you E-Mail - [email protected] should give the same amount of space lower for me, but have been raised to me that is not correct. I have never (more than one-half page) to all of those for others. One word of advice, do Phone - (908) 232-4407 Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 said “that the committee primarily fo- running for the Senate, whether Demo- not vote for the politician that cuses on discrimination against Jews, crat or Republican. speaketh with a forked tongue. PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 In Person - 50 Elm St., Westfield while glossing over and merely paying Victor Sloan, M.D. Vincent Lehotsky 1906 Bartle Avenue, Scotch Plains lip service to other types of discrimina- Scotch Plains Elizabeth tion.” Cosponsors have stated such an CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 18, 2000 Page 5 Former Scotch Plains GOP Mayors Congressman Franks Divides Time Between Washington, D.C. To Be Honored at May 19 Reception District Offices as Staff Keeps Up on House Debates SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch to move to Nova Scotia. Mr. Johnston, By PAUL J. PEYTON Plains Republican Committee will hold who served for six years including Specially Written for The Westfield Leader a reception to honor former GOP May- one term as mayor, brought his busi- This article is the second of a two- ors Joan Papen, Robert Johnston and ness and telecommunications experi- Irene Schmidt on Friday, May 19, at ence to the council at a time when the part series based upon Mr. Peyton’s the Westwood on North Avenue in township needed to deal with tele- visit to Washington, D.C. Garwood. communications, computer and * * * * * Ms. Papen, Mr. Johnston and Ms. Internet revolution. Senate Race Schmidt are being honored for their Mr. Johnston currently serves on Last September Mr. Franks, who is many years of service to their commu- the Plainfield Area Sewerage Author- nity. Both Ms. Papen and Ms. Schmidt ity, Ms. Papen is Vice Chairwoman of Co-Chairman of the Public Buildings served on the Scotch Plains Township the Rahway Sewerage Authority and Sub-Committee, toured Ellis Island Council for 16 years. Each served as Ms. Schmidt serves on the township’s with the National Parks Service direc- mayor four times during that period. Board of Adjustment. tor. He saw first-hand the state of disre- During these years Scotch Plains The reception will be held from 7 to pair of some of these buildings are in. saw many achievements including the 10 p.m. Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and In the midst of the tour, he received a Fanwood and Scotch Plains Recycling a light buffet will be served along call from Governor Christine Whitman Center, the Scotch Plains Senior Hous- with entertainment and dancing. who told him she had decided not to ing complex and the beginning of The cost of tickets is $100 per per- proceed with a Senate campaign. downtown revitalization. son and $175 per couple. For more “I came to ultimately conclude that I Mr. Johnston joined the council in information, please call Paulette could be an effective Senator for the 1993 when George Brown resigned Coronato, (908) 753-4481. eight million people in our state based on the fact I had hands-on experience in Washington, have been part of change here in the nation’s Capitol and that I have used my seat in the House of Letters to the Editor Representatives to deliver for the people of New Jersey,” he continued. Paul J. Peyton for The Westfield Leader and The Times He spent two weeks making calls to MEET CONGRESSMAN FRANKS’ STAFF...The Washington, D.C. staff of Congressman Bob Franks is headed by Chief Reader Suggests Raising Meter Rates GOP leaders state-wide to gauge sup- of Staff Bill Ulrey. Staff members, pictured left to right, are: Mr. Ulrey, legislative assistants John Oates Gibson, Wayne port for a Senate run. Mr. Franks said J. D’Angelo and Jennifer J. Getz; intern Cindy Delisi and, in front, Kimberly J. Linthicum, Legislative Director. Not While Parking Deck is Debated after receiving overwhelming and en- pictured is Karen Cologne, Office Manager and Scheduler. thusiastic support, he decided move full There are two parts of the proposal to in a responsible manner. April 1, will find his name. Mr. Bush staff who is not from the Garden State. bility of Ms. Getz, and Ms. Linthicum remedy concern for adequate parking in Raising meter rates can be done speed ahead with a Senate campaign. and Mr. Gormley are also on the same She explained that the first vote called handles the health care bills. Earlyer downtown Westfield: build a deck and quickly. Careful observation of the ef- Mr. Franks calls the GOP Senate line in Middlesex County. each week occurs at 6 p.m. Monday this month members of groups fight- raise the meter rates. While the parking fect on parking patterns will provide Primary “a very competitive” race. He On the Seventh Congressional race night, followed by all-day sessions ing for funds to combat Lyme disease deck is debated let’s test the other half of new data that could re-shape the parking believes he has the edge over Atlantic to replace Mr. Franks, the Congress- Tuesday through Thursday. If votes are and breast cancer visited the Congres- the proposal and raise the meter rates. deck debate. A parking deck will only County Assemblyman William man said he does not plan to endorse not taken until Tuesday, than votes are sional office. Staff are assisted in prepa- This may have the salutary effect of encourage business demand for more Gormley, Essex County Executive any of the four Primary contenders in held on Fridays concluding by 2 p.m. ration of a bill through House legisla- encouraging some to a: walk to town, b: high rise that will change the small town James Treffinger and former Conser- carry more persons per car, c: park out- flavor of Westfield forever. We should the race. He said the hard work of the As Chief of Staff, Bill Ulreay makes tive counsels. vative Party Gubernatorial nominee contenders and their substantial sure the various elements of Mr. Franks Legislative aides must follow the side the metered area. Also, there are try the simpler, low impact options be- Murray Sabrin through his representa- many employees of downtown busi- fore instituting the “final solution.” fundraising efforts will bring out a large offices are working together. He con- House floor debate and vote. Prior to tion of 602,000 people in the Seventh nesses who feed meters. Maybe higher Robert Nehring vote in the district, which he believes stantly checks to see that important that they must understand the impact a meter fees will encourage them to park District. But, he notes, none of the will only enhance his efforts. agenda items are “moving forward and bill has on New Jersey and the nation, Westfield Republican Senate candidates currently The Staff getting the attention they should.” know which coalitions support or op- has statewide name recognition. Other staff members in Washington pose a piece of legislation and be able SPF PTA Council Thanks Citizens Mr. Franks won the county organi- Karen Cologne, Mr. Franks’ sched- include Kimberly J. Linthicum, Legis- to make recommendation for a “yea” zational lines in Union, Middlesex and uler, office manager and receptionist, lative Director, and three Legislative or “ney” vote to Mr. Franks on the bill. For ‘Yes’ Vote During April Election Somerset Counties, all in the Seventh may have the most stressful job in the Assistants: Wayne J. D’Angelo, John Staff also speak to constituents ev- District, along with Burlington, Sa- Congressional office. She must make Oates Gibson and Jennifer J. Getz. ery day along with grassroots coali- On behalf of the Presidents’ Commit- resented an informed voter who sup- lem, Cumberland and Bergen Coun- tee of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood PTA ports quality education for all children sure the Congressman makes his ap- They craft legislation that comes to the tions and lobbyists both in D.C. and Council, I would like to thank the citi- in Scotch Plains and Fanwood. ties. He said this demonstrates “ex- pointments both in D.C. and New Jer- House floor and open the mail esti- from New Jersey. zens of our community for voting “yes” We thank you for coming out and traordinary rank and file support.” He sey. mated at 50,000 letters a year. “This (a Congressional position) on the 2000-2001 school budget and the supporting the administration and board also has the support of 105 mayors, On Capitol Hill the past 15 years, Ms. Linthicum has been on Capitol helps you no matter what you want to additional three questions. This year the on these important educational issues. 480 local elected officials and 240 of she has been with Mr. Franks from the Hill for five years, the past three with do. The skills that you learn here are voter turn out was higher than the aver- Karyn Steele, Corresponding the 500 municipal chairmen in the state. beginning of his Congressional career. Congressman Franks. She explained just invaluable,” she said. age across New Jersey school districts, Secretary “No other candidate has been able to “It (Capitol Hill) was my first job out 20 percent versus 12.5 percent, and rep- that each week the issues coming to the If Congressman Franks is elected to Scotch Plains-Fanwood PTA Council demonstrate that scope of support of college,” she said, noting she worked floor for a vote are divided among the the Senate, his current staff, Ms. through their efforts,” Congressman for two other Congressional members. legislative staff. Linthicum stated, would in all likeli- Family Appreciates Local Mother’s Franks said. He lists Mr. Gormley, who Originally from Minnesota, she is Mr. Gibson handles trade bills; envi- hood, move over to his new Senate the Franks campaign has charged with the only member of the Washington ronmental legislative is the responsi- office. raising the most money largely through ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Participation in Million Mom March Atlantic City casino contributors, as ★ ★ This past Sunday our mom Leslie on handguns. We are very proud of our his main opposition. 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Michael D. Price and Miss Patricia F. Hand Miss Patricia F. Hand To Wed Michael D. Price Miss Patricia F. Hand of Beach vertising agency in Summit. Lake, Pa. and Michael D. Price of Mr. Price graduated from Jonathan Westfield have announced their en- Dayton Regional High School in gagement. Springfield and from Boston Col- The bride-elect is the daughter of lege. He is currently majoring in Matthew and Maria Hand of Beach finance at New York University’s Miss Robin Vannoy Smittle Lake. Her fiancé is the son of the late Stern School of Business and is em- James E. and Alice Price. ployed as Assistant Vice President A graduate of Honesdale High at Reliance National in New York School and Kutztown University in City. Miss Robin Vannoy Smittle Kutztown, Pa., Miss Hand is em- The couple, who will be married ployed as an account executive with in June, plan to reside in Westfield A GOOD CAUSE…Westfield Post Office personnel gather in front of a wall of the Bandujo Donker & Brothers ad- after the wedding. To Marry Thomas T. Butts pledge cards representing contributors to the Post Office’s campaign to fight Dr. and Mrs. Richard B. Smittle of elor of Arts Degree in Theater. While breast cancer. Pictured, left to right, are: Dennis Maher, Customer Service Memorial Day Festivities Planned at LaGrande Clear Brook, Va., formerly of at the university, she served as the Manager, and window clerks Florence Johnson, Indu Verma, Debbie Durham, FANWOOD – The Fanwood Recreation Commission will sponsor “Memo- Westfield, have announced the en- pledge trainer and Personnel Officer Elia Rivera, Ramesh Patel, Jung Lee, Eileen Mangino and Chyann Blair. rial Day in the Park 2000” in LaGrande Park in Fanwood on Monday, May 29, gagement of their daughter, Miss of Chi Omega Fraternity. following the annual parade through Scotch Plains and Fanwood. Robin Vannoy Smittle of Oakmont, She is employed with Exonic Sys- The parade will start in downtown Scotch Plains at 10 a.m. and proceed Pa., to Thomas Turner Butts, also of tems in Pittsburgh, Pa. as a customer Attic Sale and Candle Program along Park Avenue to Martine Avenue in Fanwood before winding up on Oakmont. He is the son of Mr. and service representative. Marian Avenue near LaGrande Park. Mrs. James E. Butts of West Hickory, The future bridegroom graduated The celebration in the park, beginning at 11:30 a.m., will include relay races Pa. and Mr. and Mrs. Stanley S. from Penn Hills High School and To be Featured at Miller-Cory and other games, a hot dog eating contest, pony rides, face painting, refresh- Chopski of Penn Hills, Pa. served in the United States Navy for WESTFIELD — Aunt Carrie’s the hand-dipping method. ments, a dunk tank and a planned tug-of-war event, among other attractions. An alumna of Conrad Weiser High six years. He is employed with Busi- Annual Attic Sale will take place this Seasonal foods will be prepared A martial arts demonstration, a performance by the Moderne Academy of School, the bride-to-be also gradu- ness Alternatives in Pittsburgh as a Saturday, May 20, from 9 a.m. to 2 over the open hearth by Joan Barna Dance and members of the Kelly School of Irish Dance will be featured ated from West Virginia University field service specialist. p.m. at the Miller-Cory House Mu- of Scotch Plains and Penny Maslo of between 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. in Morgantown, W. Va. with a Bach- A wedding is planned for November. seum, located at 614 Mountain Av- Elizabeth, using authentic recipes “Volunteers are needed to help with hot dogs, soda, ice cream and snacks,” said Linda Caminiti, a member of the Fanwood Recreation Commission. “We enue in Westfield. and cooking techniques that were also need teams to compete in a Tug o’ War.” A candle dipping demonstration will practiced by early Americans. Taste Conti to be Remembered With Memorial be featured on Sunday, May 21, from treats prepared by the two cooks will For more information, to enter a team in the Tug o’ War, or to volunteer, MOUNTAINSIDE — Ann P. Conti, who died last July after serving for more please call Caminiti at (908) 889-4935. 2 to 5 p.m. Jack Petersen of Westfield be available for visitors to sample. than 15 years as the elected Union County Surrogate, will be honored by her will demonstrate candle making as it The museum is staffed by volun- home community with a memorial site near the Mountainside Public Library. was done in Colonial America, using teers who recreate the past for visi- Initiated by the Mountainside Democratic Club, the memorial project has quickly won the support of residents and local and county officials. Planning tors every Sunday and for groups and fund-raising are being conducted by a nonpartisan committee of four Thomas Arge during the week. Docents in Colo- borough residents: Louis Thomas and Karen MacQueen of the Democratic nial costumes give tours of the 1740 Club; John Post, the borough attorney, and James Debbie, the borough police Welcomed By farmhouse. The last tour will begin chief and acting borough administrator. Sunday at 4 p.m. The Mountainside Borough Council adopted a resolution in April to support A variety of teas, books, crafts and the memorial and has provided planning aid from the Department of Public Drubulis Family colonial reproductions are available Works. Last week, the Union County Freeholders approved the contribution of Thomas and Mary Beth Drubulis in the museum’s gift shop. $1,000 to the memorial fund and the cooperation of the County Department of of Fanwood have announced the birth The museum will be closed on Parks and Recreation. of their son, Thomas Arge Drubulis, Sunday, May 28, for Memorial Day. The committee seeks to raise $3,000 to $5,000 to place a memorial plaque, Jr. on Tuesday, April 25, at Saint A Beehive Oven demonstration will a tree, shrubs, and benches in the area between the library and the colonial-era Barnabas Medical Center in be featured on Sunday, June 4. Ad- For all your special events Hetfield House. Livingston. mission to the museum and its Proms ~ Graduations ~ Birthdays Donations may be sent to “Ann Conti Memorial Fund,” in care of Karen Thomas weighed 8 pounds and 13 grounds is $2 for adults, 50 cents for MacQueen, Post Office Box 1012, Mountainside, NJ 07092. ounces and measured 20½ inches in students and free for children under Hair Styling & Design length at birth. age 6. 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76 ELM STREET • WESTFIELD, NJ (908) 232-2232 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 18, 2000 Page 7 The People of Our Community An on-going series of articles about interesting people in our communities. Dave Mueller Demonstrates Commitment to Families, Love Of Community to Programs Sponsored by Westfield Y

By MARYLOU MORANO usually don’t involve the whole fam- camping at Fairview Lake YMCA Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ily to the extent that everyone is Camp and Conference Center in WESTFIELD — A family thera- participating. Usually the child par- Newton. The week emphasizes em- pist in a non-traditional setting is ticipates and the parents watch.” powering girls in grades 3-6 to un- how Dave Mueller, Director of Family night at the Y, family va- derstand themselves and help them Family Life at the Westfield Y, de- cations and parent-child art classes feel good about who they are. scribes himself. are some of the opportunities the Y While not a parent himself, Mr. Indeed, it is his commitment to offers for total family involvement. Mueller is a doting uncle to five family and love of community that All activities are open to both two- nieces and nephews. work together to make the parent and single-parent families. When not working at the YMCA Westfield’s Y Family Life Program Debbie Jennings of Westfield, her or out in the community, Mr. one of the most outstanding and husband and four children traveled Mueller relaxes by gardening, successful Y-sponsored programs to Colorado and Frost Valley in the wood-working and camping. He is in the country. Catskills on Y Family Life-spon- planning a two-week vacation to The 40 year-old North Brunswick sored trips. She said her children Alaska this summer. He is also a native, who now resides in High- consider Mr. Mueller part of their certified hypnotist and has a small land Park, attended Trinity College family. “He is a great listener. When hypnosis therapy practice. in Hartford, Conn. and earned a you talk to him he really hears what Mr. Mueller’s commitment to Master of Science Degree in mar- you are saying,” she said. raising physically and emotionally riage and family therapy from the Lynn O’Brien also of Westfield healthy children and his interest in University of Tennessee at Knox- who took the same trips with her the community’s ability to help par- ville. husband and three grown children ents do so has made his Family Life In the three years he has been agreed. “Dave is a completely self- Program, as well as the entire Director, the Family Life Program less person. He is truly concerned Westfield YMCA, leaders in the has grown from being primarily about strengthening families,” she campaign to strengthen families. focused on childcare to offering a offered. * * * * * whole array of activities that fami- Mr. Mueller’s commitment to We welcome suggestions of people lies can do together. building stronger families often who would make interesting subjects of Courses in stress reduction and takes him out of his office and into this series. Please e-mail suggestions to parenting, recreational field trips the community. He has spoken on [email protected]. and an award-winning mother- family life issues to PTA groups, daughter reading club are some of the Rotary and at father-daughter the activities Mr. Mueller has orga- retreats sponsored by the Girl Photo by Ingrid McKinley More Community News nized and implemented. Scouts. Mr. Mueller is also involved on Pages 11 & 17 The oldest in a family of five with The Asset Project — a Y-spon- Dave Mueller having a ball in the gym of The Westfield Y boys, Mr. Mueller understands the sored program that is being brought challenges parents face today. “The into Westfield to encourage the the community,” he said. First Congregational Church. needs of families have changed over community to get together and re- Last spring, Mr. Mueller facili- Mr. Mueller is most cognizant of the years,” he explained. “When I create neighborhoods. “Education tated a two-part seminar on setting the emotional needs and self-es- was growing up, neighbors and today helps prevent the need for limits for teenagers and their fami- teem issues facing pre-adolescent other family members helped my therapy tomorrow,” explained Mr. lies at the First Congregational girls. After reading the book “Re- parents raise my brothers and me, Mueller. Church in Westfield. viving Ophelia” and attending a and supported their parenting ef- Along with the guidance depart- He and the former assistant di- lecture given by its author, Mary forts. ment and athletic director of rector of the Y shared with the Pipher, the Y introduced two activi- “In those days, neighbors looked Westfield High School, Mr. Mueller Board of Christian Education, ties geared towards strengthening out for each others’ children and all conducted a two-day Captains teachers and parents a carefully the emotional development of third- parents had other adults who helped Training for all high school sports developed set of guidelines for staff sixth grade girls. with setting limits, saying no, lov- team captains. The students were and volunteers to use when work- The mother-daughter reading ing and celebrating their children. taught leadership skills and how to ing with youth. club which introduces 8-11 year “The entire neighborhood helped beware of and deal with issues such “Mr. Mueller is a deeply spiritual old girls to literature featuring a child learn core family values,” as eating disorders and substance person who is committed to build- strong female characters won the Mr. Mueller continued. “Today’s abuse. ing God’s community and he has YMCA’s New Jersey area Arts and family pretty much stands alone, As Director of Family life, Mr. been a blessing to me in my minis- Humanities Award. resulting in a lot more pressure Mueller is able to work on another try,” said the Reverend Pam Lilith Week, which takes place being placed on parents.” area of interest — the development Gilchrist, Pastoral Associate at the this upcoming August, is a week of In an effort to strengthen families of young people. 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Comcast@Home Donates Computer Scotch Plains-Fanwood Students To Franklin Elementary Students Concepts &Thought Mark National Poetry Month WESTFIELD – Franklin El- for Comcast@Home. SCOTCH PLAINS — Students in Marcketta, Joyce Gibbons, Jeanne ementary School in Westfield was Mr. Walker, who is also the Ad- the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Schneider and Barie Salmon. awarded a new Pentium Multime- ministrator of the “Scholastic Points Schools recently participated in Na- Students from Park Middle School dia Computer with color monitor Program” has delivered five free tional Poetry Month with a poetry included Matthew Hirschhorn, Emily as part of the “Scholastic Points computers to date in Westfield alone. reading at the Patricia M. Kuran Everson, Jarret Spino, Brianna Berry, Program,” which is sponsored by Comcast@Home has also do- Cultural Arts Center in Fanwood. Caroline L’Heureux, Danielle Comcast@Home. nated one cable-Internet connec- Organized by Language Arts Su- Bartley, Andrea Meyer, Courtney “This is our way of saying ‘thank tion to each of the nine Westfield pervisors, Dr. Nancy Lubarsky and Cook, Therese Cruz and Jennifer you’ to the schools and residents Public Schools. Carol Senff, a total of 29 students Jaramillo. who subscribe to our high-speed For more information about the from Park and Terrill Middle Schools Poetry-related activities will con- Internet Service,” stated Darryl “Scholastic Points Program,” please and Scotch Plains-Fanwood High tinue when the SPFHS students at- Walker, Territory Sales Manager call (908) 654-4100. School (SPFHS) read selected origi- tend a Poetry Festival at Arthur L. nal poems at the public reading, Johnson High School in Clark. The which was attended by parents, teach- festival will include a series of work- ers, and community members. shops and readings by poet Mark The special guest at the event was Doty. Honors Garnered by Pupils poet Deborah LaVeglia who read The middle school students are several poems from her chapter book, participating in additional poetry “Vigil.” Ms. LaVeglia, who recently readings in their individual schools. At Recent Music Festival won a poetry award from the Kuran SCOTCH PLAINS — Every and their appreciation for other Center, described the origins of her spring, the Scotch Plains-Fanwood schools in the competition. interest in poetry and provided the School One Reveals Instrumental and Choral Music De- Bruce Smith, President of the background for each of the poems. partments travel to competitions Scotch Plains Fanwood Music Boost- Prior to the public reading, Ms. Annual Fun Fair Event along the East Coast. ers Association, which helps orga- LaVeglia had led workshops at each SCOTCH PLAINS — School One On this year’s trip to the Festival of nize the annual trip, expressed that of the three schools to help prepare Elementary in Scotch Plains will Music in Washington, D.C., the Raid- the towns should be particularly students for the event. hold its annual Fun Fair on Saturday, ers earned several outstanding awards proud of this last award. SPFHS senior Emily Downs, edi- May 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain in both the Instrumental and Choral “This acknowledges the type of tor of the high school literary maga- or shine. Admission is free. The event categories. fine young people our school and the zine, Muse, was especially impressed will be covered live by the WPLJ The Moonglowers, the Raider’s music program are turning out,” he with the middle school participants. Party Mobile, which will broadcast select jam band, were particularly said. “The students did a really impres- from the school. successful this year. They won First The SP-F Bands are under the di- sive job with their poetry. I hope all Activities at the fair will include Place in Class AAA as a whole, rection of Vincent Turturiello, the of them consider joining the literary rides, games, prize raffles, crafts, a while also taking top honors in each Fine Arts Supervisor and Durand magazine staff when they come to schoolwide garage sale, and a bake of the four separate sections, Best Thomas. The Choral Music groups the high school,” she stated. sale. Some of the prizes to be raffled Saxophones, Best Trumpets, Best are under the direction of Laurie High school students who partici- include VIP passes to the “Regis and Trombones and Best Rhythm Sec- Wellman. pated in the event included Emily, Kathie Lee Show,” autographed tion. Leslie Argueta, Aneesa Sataur, sports memorabilia, Mets tickets, Saxophonist Whitney Slaten was Union Catholic Amanda Rice, Kristen Meehan, Julia passes to Great Adventure, a $50 gift additionally honored with the Best Hipp and Katarzyna Bartoszynska. certificate to CompUSA, as well as Overall Jazz Soloist award. Students Accepted SPECIAL HONOR...The late Dr. Burton Feinsmith, a former resident and Terrill Middle School participants passes and gift certificates to restau- The SP-F Jazz Band took First physician in Westfield, was recently honored with the dedication of an engraved were Rachel Diken, Kim Lorenzini, rants and amusement parks. Place in Class A. Both the To All-State Chorus plaque placed in the Health Office at Westfield High School. Dr. Feinsmith, who Anthony Bora, Andrew Loomis, Kyle For more information, please call Moonglowers and the SPF Jazz Band SCOTCH PLAINS — Three stu- passed away last year, was a practicing pediatrician and school physician for Chewning, Jessica Shink, Allyson Peggy Greaney at (908) 322-6539 or also took top honors in their respec- dents from Union Catholic High School over 30 years. Westfield residents Pearl and Harvey Weiner donated the plaque Salisbury, Mariel Kamouh, Jennifer Donna Ostrowski at (908) 322-9432. tive divisions for the sight reading in Scotch Plains were accepted to the in Dr. Feinsmith’s memory. Their children Brad and Alison are graduates of portion of the competition. New Jersey All State Chorus. David Westfield High School’s classes of 1983 and 1990, respectively. Their son Brad, In the Concert Band section of the who is now a physician himself, paid tribute to Dr. Feinsmith by calling him the Biggs, Cori Cassidy and Sarah most significant medical influence in his life and a shining example of the competition, SP-F’s Freshman Con- Mugavero were selected through the quintessential physician that he wanted to emulate. After dedicating the plaque, cert Band took First Place in Class A, competitive audition process. Sister Irma the Weiners expressed the sentiments of family and friends who had gathered University News the Symphonic Band took First Place Gazzillo prepared the students for this to honor Dr. Feinsmith’s memory by saying, “Dr. Feinsmith will be missed by in Class AA and the Wind Ensemble audition. all who knew him.” took Second Place in Class AAA. There will be four rehearsals, one in The Band also received the highest June and three in the fall with perfor- score in the Festival for the sight mances on Friday, November 10 in At- Upper School Honor Roll reading competition. lantic City during the New Jersey Nostalgic Concert Planned In the Choral Competition, the SP- Teacher’s Convention and another at F Sensations took Second Place for the New Jersey Performing Arts Center At Franklin Elementary School Posted at Wardlaw-Hartridge the Show Choir category. Las in Newark in mid-November. The New Jersey Music Educators WESTFIELD – Approximately The project is a culmination of an Cantadoras, SP-F’s Girl’s Select Association, the New Jersey Education Students from Westfield and Edison. Chorus, placed second in their class. Association and the National Associa- 100 fifth graders will perform in a inter-disciplinary study of the 20th Scotch Plains have been named to The Westfield pupils include: Beth The Select Choir won First Place in tion for Music Education sponsor the nostalgic concert and art project century, which included research the Upper School Honor Roll at Treger, Pryce Gaynor, Ashley Kent, Class AAA for mixed choruses. The New Jersey All State Chorus. This an- highlighting each decade of the 20th with librarians on fashions, politi- Wardlaw-Hartridge School in David Altszuler, Gopika Barai, Concert Choir group took home Sec- nual competition gives talented students century on Wednesday, May 17, at 1 cal events, sports, toys, the arts and Allison Clancy, Daniel Forman, Wil- ond Place in their competition. the opportunity to sing with outstand- and 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium at literature in order to make the cen- liam Kim and Walter Trosin. The Raiders also came home again Regina Giordano Earns ing conductors. Franklin Elementary School in tury come alive for 11-year-olds. The Scotch Plains students are: with the Esprit de Corps Award. This The conductor for the 2000 New Jer- award is given to the school whose sey All State Chorus will be Janet Galvan Westfield. Art teacher Kathy Kelly, with the Student Senate Award Eric Rosenberg, Steven Chen, students demonstrated the best dedi- of Ithaca College with accompanist Life-size art figures will be able help of the Parent Teacher Organi- SCOTCH PLAINS – York Col- Milan Patel, Sona Patel, Matthew cation, commitment, cooperation and Lucille De Masi-Guarino of Sparta High to be seen at anytime in the audito- zation, organized a project with each lege of Pennsylvania student Darwin, Henry Rosoff, Craig support for their own school’s groups School. rium. fifth grader and his/her family, cre- Regina M. Giordano of Scotch Torpey and Michael Kreitzer. ating life-sized versions of them- Plains, received a Student Senate selves dressed in the clothes of their Service Award for notable academic Cathy Hofmann Patla assigned decades. achievement and student service Earns Doctorate Degree The students also learned the jit- during the 1999-2000 academic terbug and the Charleston. Two pro- year. At Seton Hall University fessional musicians, Director of Fine Regina is the daughter of Mr. WESTFIELD — Cathy Hofmann Arts Linda King and a musician from and Mrs. Anthony Giordano. She is Patla was awarded her Doctorate in The Eye Care & Surgery Center the 50s band “Satin and Gold” will a senior working toward a Bach- Educational Administration and Super- accompany the student concert. elor of Science Degree in Elemen- vision Degree from Seton Hall Univer- sity. The chorus is under the direction tary Education. Regina graduated Commencement ceremonies were of Elsa Hahn and Wendy Woodfield. from Scotch Plains-Fanwood High held on Monday, May 8, at the Mead- The public is invited to attend. School. owlands Arena. She successfully de- fended her dissertation entitled, “Teach- IVAN H. JACOBS, M.D. • JOEL CONFINO, M.D. ing Practices that Academically Benefit the Academically Gifted Student: A William H. Gazi, Esq. Comparison of Theory and Practice,” and maintained a 4.0 average through- MILTON KAHN, M.D. Certified Civil Trial Attorney out her graduate studies. Dughi & Hewit P.C. • 340 North Ave, Cranford Dr. Patla resides in Westfield with her Representing the Seriously Injured in husband, Raymond, and their son, Tyler. Personal Injury Claims and Lawsuits Edward R. Wentzheimer Named 2000 Candidate For Degree at University NO RECOVERY, NO FEE SCOTCH PLAINS – Edward Ryan Is Pleased to Announce That Wentzheimer of Scotch Plains has 908-272-0200 • 800-541-8383 been listed as a candidate for a Bach- elor of Arts Degree at The University 30 years Trial Experience of Oklahoma.

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www.vision-correction.com CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 18, 2000 Page 9 DECA Pupils Capture Awards Concepts &Thought Cordelia Graves Harris During National Competition Receives Doctoral Degree WESTFIELD — Cordelia She has presented at national Graves Harris received her Doc- and international conferences in SCOTCH PLAINS — Scotch around their visit to five foreign toral Degree on March 31 from Texas, Wisconsin, Michigan, Plains-Fanwood High School embassies in Washington, D.C. to Cleveland State Alaska and (SPFHS) DECA students Doug learn more about the global economy, University in Cleve- many other Gillie, Chris Gawryluk and Eric international marketing and the dif- land, Ohio. Dr. Har- states across Konzelman won a First Place award ferent cultures of these countries. ris grew up in the nation. at DECA’s annual national competi- The students then prepared a 30- Westfield and This sum- tions. page report on how they dissemi- graduated from mer, Dr. Harris Competing against the winners of nated the information learned to oth- Westfield High is planning a all others states with a total of 180 ers students, civic groups and politi- School in 1968. trip to China entries, Doug, Chris and Eric, all cians. Dr. Harris has involving over been employed for 20 students. juniors, won the Free Enterprise Pro- Approximately 21 SPFHS mem- the past 27 years by Some of the motion event. Their project revolved bers of DECA, an Association of the Cleveland Mu- professional Marketing students, were among nicipal School Dis- awards Dr. SP-F High School’s 12,000 students from 55 state asso- trict. She taught Harris has re- Project Graduation ciations that gathered in Louisville, Adapted Physical ceived include Kentucky, competing in areas reamed Education at Sun- Black Date Announced in their marketing class. The SPFHS beam School for the Dr. Cordelia Graves Harris Women’s SCOTCH PLAINS – Scotch students won four national awards, orthopedically chal- Business and Plains-Fanwood High School the highest total in their 30-year his- lenged for the first Professional tory. 13 years. Community Service Award, Top (SPFHS) will hold its Project Gradu- She has served as Supervisor 25 African-American Women in ation on Thursday, June 22. Winning Honorable Mention and Director of Health/Physical Cleveland, and Drug Enforcement The Parent Teacher Association awards (top 10 in the nation) were Education for the last 14 years. Administration for Ohio and (PTA) sponsors the event annually to juniors David Bell, David Larkin CAN COLLECTING…The Boys Scouts from Washington Elementary School, She has implemented prevention Michigan’s Person of the Year for provide a final social event for the and sophomore David Baumwoll in Pack No. 270, Den No. 7 participated in a community service project. The scouts programs in Health and Fitness Prevention. entire senior class before they attend the Learn & Earn event. This in- collected aluminum cans for several months and donated them to the Westfield and related areas including Drug In 1975, Dr. Harris was ranked Fire Department to aid Burned Children. Pictured, left to right, are: Michael Prevention in over 127 schools. third in the nation in karate up to college, trade school or go off to volved an analysis of the construc- Cifelli, Justin Ramalho, Daniel Russo, Chuck Laird, Nicholas Breza and David work. The event provides a safe al- tion and marketing of a jewelry/ Babetski. Dr. Harris has been author and the Green Belt Division. She is an cohol and drug free environment. keepsake box to consumers. Juniors co-author of books entitled, avid fitness fan working out daily Volunteer support and financial Andrew Elko and James McClintock “Health in the Hood,” “Watch Your with rope jumping and aerobics. won their award in the Creative Mar- Hands,” and “Teaching and Edu- She participated in commence- donations from parents and guard- cating Athletes Against the Misuse ment exercises at Cleveland State ians, the district PTAs, the Board of keting category. This project in- Tentative Bond Referendum of Substances.” University on May 7. Education, Municipal Alliance, the volved the formation of the Fanwood Union County Board of Chosen Free- Business & Professional Associa- Plans Set by School Board holders, local business groups and tion, and research on how to im- civic groups, have made the evening prove the Fanwood Business Dis- SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch fications. possible. trict. Plains-Fanwood Board of Educa- •July 12 – Submission of prelimi- Community members are invited Seniors Julie Lowen and Russell tion has announced a tentative list nary bond plans and education speci- to send monetary donations to: Rabadeau won their award in the of bond referendum steps and a fications to the State Department of Project Graduation 2000, SPFHS Hospitality Marketing event, which timeline. Education. PTA, c/o SPFHS, Westfield Road, included recommendations of an in- •May 25 – School board approves •August 24 – Board Meeting – Scotch Plains, 07076. All donations stitutional promotional campaign, architects, one for construction and Bond Informational Update. will be acknowledged in a special based on a customer profile develop another for renovations. •September 14 – Board Meeting – graduation evening handout as well by the students for Gennaro’s Pizze- •June 8 – Board preliminary charge Bond Informational Update. as the PTA newsletter. ria in Westfield. to architects the scope of the work •September 21 – Special Board related to the bond. Meeting to discuss final scope of •June 12-16 – Architects visit work and review architects plan, Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, drawings and renderings. Park and Terrill Middle Schools with •September 28 – Board decision building committee(s). to hold bond referendum (anticipates •June 14 – Special Board Meeting December vote) – 60 days required with Public Forum for input on scope before election. of bond referendum. •October 19 – Special Board Meet- •June 20 – Architects present in- ing – public informational forum at formational update. Park Middle School. •July 11 – Special Board Meeting •November 14 – Special Board to review architects plans and speci- Meeting – public informational fo- rum at Terrill Middle School. ENTERTAINING THE ENTERTAINERS…Residents of the Actors Fund •November – Anticipated State Nursing and Retirement Home in Englewood were treated to a performance by Area Students the seventh and eighth grade orchestra of Roosevelt Intermediate School in approval. Westfield. A total of 19 pupils played their instruments for 25 former television Participate •December – Bond Referendum stars, Broadway performers and jazz musicians. Instrumental teacher Brice Vote – date to be determined on Freeman arranged the visit. Pictured, left to right, are: top row, Jessica Ropars, September 28. Tessi Perry, Ben Fulton, Adhem El-Sherbien, Don Williams and Caroline In 24 Challenge Sheridan; bottom row, Emily Greenberg, Rosetta Lenoire, Hank Park and Mr. Andrew Skoller of Westfield and Freeman. Mountainside residents Ana Lopez and Jillian Bottita participated in the 24 Challenge Finals May 10 at Rutgers, the State University of New CELEBRATING ARBOR DAY…Continuing a tradition of many years, Jersey. Westfield’s two garden clubs recently donated another tree to a town park. The new dogwood was planted at Mindowaskin Park along a path leading to the The 24 Challenge championship bandstand. Pictured, left to right, are: back row, Scott Ehrlicher, Robert showcases the skills and determina- Turner and Ken LeCroy of the town Parks Department, and front row, Beth tion of math finalists from six coun- Hanscom, left, President of the Rake and Hoe Club, and Jean Partner-Jones, ties: Essex, Hudson, Mercer, President of the Garden Club of Westfield. Middlesex, Monmouth and Union. BLUE KEHLER’S John Carl Participates DEVIL YOUTH FOOTBALL In Marine Operation SOCCER CAMP WESTFIELD — Marine CAMP For Boys Corps Major John W. Carl, the 3rd - 9th Grade son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles G. Youth Week July Carl of Westfield, recently par- Reduced Rate August 7 – 11 10 – 13 ticipated in Operation Stabilise Youth Only Week 9am - Noon in East Timor, Indonesia while High School Week 9am - Noon on a six-month deployment to August 14 – 18 each day the Western Pacific Ocean and 9am - 1pm Held Daily Across from WIDDICOMB Russian Sideboard. W78 D20H37. 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Engel, 83, of Princeton He was a former member of the New Smyrna Beach, Fla., died on Thursday, May 18, at the Gray Fu- Vincent Washville, 77, Rotary Leader; died on May 7 at Friends Nursing Executive Committee of the Yale Monday, May 15, at Overlook Hos- neral Home, 318 East Broad Street in Home in Newton, Pa. Law School Alumni Association and pital in Summit. Westfield. Former Guidance Counselor at WHS Born on February 13, 1917 in Eliza- was a founder and former President Born in Elizabeth, he had lived in A Mass will be offered at 10:30 Vincent F. Washville, 77, of Toms River. beth, he had lived in Roselle for 28 of the Legal Aid Society of Union Westfield for 23 years before relo- a.m. tomorrow, Friday, May 19, at River died on Sunday, May 7, in the He was predeceased by his wife, years, Cranford for three years and County. cating to New Smyrna Beach. the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Kimball Medical Center in Lakewood. Mildred Washville, in 1993. Westfield for 37 years before mov- A founder and longtime active Mr. McNamara worked for the New Church in Westfield, with interment Born in Mount Carmel, Pa., he had Surviving is a brother, Albert ing to Princeton 10 years ago. member of the Junior Chamber of York Daily News for almost 40 years, to take place at Mount Olivet Cem- lived most of his life in Westfield Brayson of St. James, N.Y. Mr. Engel began his own law prac- Commerce of Eastern Union County, where he was Editor of the Jersey etery in Elizabeth. before moving to Toms River six A Mass was offered Thursday, May tice in Elizabeth in 1946, which he he was also a former Trustee of the Edition and also wrote the paper’s May 18, 2000 years ago. 11, at St. Joseph Church, following maintained for more than 40 years Union County Bar Association. He weekly “Justice Story” column. A Mr. Washville had been a guid- the funeral Silverton Memorial Fu- before retiring in 1987. The firm is was a member of the Baltusrol Golf book of Justice Stories will be pub- Virginia Hanke, 90 ance counselor for 30 years at neral Home in Toms River. Inter- now known as Engel & Devlin, P. C. Club of Springfield, The Ocean Club lished in June. Virginia Hanke, 90, of Scotch Westfield High School before retir- ment took place at Holmdel Cem- During his career, he also practiced of Ocean Ridge, Fla. and The Little A 1941 graduate of Saint Mary’s Plains died on Tuesday, February 22, ing 15 years ago. etery in Holmdel. in Watchung and Warren. Club of Gulfstream, Fla. High School in Elizabeth, he taught May 18, 2000 at home. He was a Second Lieutenant in the Prior to opening his practice, he Surviving are his wife of 52 years, English and Spanish at the school Born in Edwardsville, Ill., she had United States Army Air Corps during during the late 1940s. He then worked had worked for the law firm of Hood, Jane Demarest Engel; three sons, lived in Orange and Westfield before World War II. A fighter pilot, he flew Howard Henschkel, 90 Lafferty and Emerson in Newark. William V. Engel of Basking Ridge, as a reporter for the Denville Herald. P 38s and 47s and received the Air moving to Scotch Plains 32 years ago. Howard A. Henschkel, 90, died on A 1935 graduate of The Pingry Richard F. Engel of West Windsor Mr. McNamara had also been Mrs. Hanke had been a teacher in Medal Award and the Oak Leaf Clus- employed as an editor and writer at Monday, May 15, at the home of his School, Mr. Engel received a Bach- and Robert J. Engel of Wayland, Illinois and New Jersey for 25 years ter for bombing and strafing attacks. elor of Arts Degree with honors from Mass.; a brother, Edward G. Engel of the Journal American in New York Mr. Washville was a Past President daughter in Mountainside. before retiring in 1980. Born in Newark, he had been a Princeton University in 1940. Hightstown; a sister, Mary E. City and was City Editor at the Star- She taught Latin at Union Catho- of the Rotary Club in Westfield and Ledger in Newark during the 1960s. a member of the Greenbrier Wood- longtime resident of Rossmore in Graduating from Yale Law School Flannery of Warren, and five grand- lic High School in Scotch Plains and Jamesburg before moving to his in 1943, he was admitted to the New children. He received a Bachelor of Arts later became the reference librarian lands Veterans of Foreign Wars post Degree from Seton Hall University in Toms River. daughter’s home two years ago. Jersey Bar Association in 1944 and Funeral services and interment for the Cedar Brook School in Mr. Henschkel had been self-em- in South Orange, where he was Cap- Plainfield. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph to the New York Bar Association in were private. A memorial service tain of the basketball team. He was Roman Catholic Church in Toms ployed as the owner of Highway 1948. He was appointed to practice will take place on Sunday, May 21, at She was a member of the New Displays, Inc. in West Orange and known as one of the highest scoring Jersey College Women’s Club and a before the United States Supreme 1:30 p.m. at The Pingry School on ball players in New Jersey at that Westfield before his retirement. Court in 1963. Martinsville Road in Bernards Town- participant in the New Jersey-based He won multiple golf champion- time. Mr. McNamara also earned a UN of Illinois Graduates Bridge Club. Margaret Chilstrom, 82 He was a former Trustee and Presi- ship. Master of Arts Degree from New Margaret Chilstrom, 82, of ships in Essex County during the dent of the Union Foundation, the Arrangements were under the di- Mrs. Hanke earned her teaching 1930s and 1940s and was a member York University in 1948. degree from the University of Illi- Westfield died on Tuesday, May 9, at Standish Foundation and the N. R. rection of the August F. Schmidt He served in the United States the Westfield Center, Genesis of the Rossmore Golf Club and vari- Leavitt Foundation; a former Trustee Memorial Funeral Home in Eliza- nois and her master’s degree in li- ous organizations at Rossmore. Army Air Corps in World War II. brary science from Newark State ElderCare Network in Westfield. of the E. J. Grassmann Trust and beth. He was predeceased by a son, Jo- Born in Shreveport, La., she had He was predeceased by his first Trustee Emeritus of the Hyde and Memorial donations may be made Teacher’s College, now Kean Uni- wife, Viola Henschkel, in 1974 and seph Thomas McNamara, in 1964. versity, in Union. lived in Paoli, Pa., before moving to Watson Foundation. to the Alzheimer’s Association, At- Surviving are his wife of 49 years, Westfield three years ago. by his second wife, Glenville Surviving are her husband, Dr. Henschkel, in 1999. He was a past Trustee and Trea- tention: Acknowledgments Dept., Josephine Hanley McNamara; four Albert R. Hanke; two sons, Albert J. Mrs. Chilstrom had been a regis- surer of The Pingry School, as well Suite 1000, 919 North Michigan daughters, Diane McNamara Irving, tered nurse for the United States Navy Surviving is his daughter, Dr. Seena Hanke, Jr. and Dr. Dan W. Hanke; six H. Brown. as an Honorary Trustee, and in 1980 Avenue, Chicago, Ill. 60611 or to Kathleen Deeken, Ellen Ambrose and grandchildren and two great-grand- during World War II. received the Letter-in-Life, the high- The Pingry School, P. O. Box 366, Virginia Harris, all of the tri-state She was a graduate of the Presbyte- Graveside funeral services will be children. held at 11 a.m. tomorrow, Friday, est award given by the school’s Martinsville, 08836. area; two sons, Patrick McNamara of Memorial services were held on rian Hospital Nursing School in Phila- May 18, 2000 the tri-state area and Michael May 19, at the Fairview Cemetery in Alumni Association. Friday, May 12, in the Immaculate delphia. The former President of the Gen- McNamara of Fort Pierce, Fla.; three Surviving are a son, Robert M. Westfield. Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Private arrangements were under eral Board of Proprietors of Eastern Olive K. Seaman, 96 brothers, James McNamara, John Church in Scotch Plains. Chilstrom; a daughter, Marne McNamara and William McNamara, Chilstrom; a sister, Lynn Kippax, and the direction of the Gray Funeral Division of New Jersey, Mr. Engel Olive Kathryn Manns Seaman, 96, Arrangements are being handled Home, 318 East Broad Street in was a member of the Board of Gov- all of Florida; two sisters, Mary by the Rossi Funeral Home in Scotch two grandchildren. of Monroe Village died on Saturday, McNamara and Ann Flynn, both of A memorial service will be held in Westfield. ernors of the New Jersey Historical April 29, at home. Plains. May 18, 2000 Florida, and 18 grandchildren. May 18, 2000 the Swarthmore Presbyterian Church Society for more than 10 years. Born in Ottumwa, Iowa, she had Visitation will take place from 2 to in Swarthmore, Pa., on a date to be been a longtime resident of Westfield announced. Veronica S. Evans, 79, AARP Member before moving to Monroe Township Robert Mendoza, 72, Worked for PSE&G; Arrangements are under the direc- in 1975. tion of the Jacob A. Holle Funeral Had Worked as Senior Mortgage Clerk Mrs. Seaman graduated from Active in Rotary and Other Organizations Home in Millburn. May 18, 2000 Veronica S. Evans, 79, of Linden American Association of Retired Goucher College in Baltimore in Robert E. Mendoza, 72, of Hilton and St. Andrew-by-the-Sea United died on Saturday, May 6, at home. Persons and the Linden Senior Citi- 1926 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree Head Island, S. C. died on Saturday, Methodist Church. Frank Beacher Born in Roselle Park, she had lived zens. and from Simmons College in Bos- May 6, at the Hilton Head Medical Surviving are his wife, Ann Fuzzell Frank Beacher of Margate, Fla. died in Scotch Plains and in Clark before Surviving are a son, Vincent J. ton in 1927 with a master’s degree in Center and Clinics. Mendoza; two sons, Robert L. on Saturday, May 6, in N.W. Regional moving to Linden 29 years ago. Evans; a brother, Vincent Sweeney; retailing. Born on March 16, 1928 in Mexico Mendoza of Tempe, Ariz. and Don Hospital in Margate. Mrs. Evans had been a senior mort- a sister, Bernadette Schlicting; two She was a member of The Presby- City, Mexico, he was the son of the G. Mendoza of High Bridge; a daugh- gage clerk for the United Counties grandchildren and three great-grand- Born in Elizabeth, he had lived in terian Church in Westfield and the late Ernest Mendoza and Thelma ter, Suzanne Cuomo of Fort Collins, Scotch Plains before moving to Trust Company in Linden for 12 children. Gleason. He had lived in Westfield Colo.; a sister, Xech Pettersen of years before retiring in 1990. A Mass was offered, Wednesday, College Club of Westfield. Margate three years ago. She was predeceased by her hus- before moving to Hilton Head Island Hilton Head Island, and five grand- Mr. Beacher had been a route sales- Previously, she had worked for the May 10, in St. Joseph the Carpenter in 1993. children. man for Pechter’s Bakery and Posnock City Federal Savings Bank in Eliza- Roman Catholic Church in Roselle. band of 43 years, Clinton D. Sea- Mr. Mendoza had been employed Private services were arranged Foods before retiring in 1982. beth and Hillsborough for 11 years. Arrangements were under the di- man. by the Public Service Electric and under the direction of The Island He served in the United States Navy She was a member of the Catholic rection of the Dooley Colonial Home Surviving are a daughter, Barbara Gas Company in New Jersey for 33 Funeral Home of Hilton Head Is- from 1945 to 1949 and was a member Golden Age of Scotch Plains, the in Westfield. S. Rochat of Chelsea, Vt.; a son, years. land. of the Jewish War Veterans, David May 18, 2000 Ronald M. Seaman of Tampa, Fla.; He was a member of the Hilton Memorial contributions may be Blick Post in Elizabeth. eight grandchildren and 13 great- Head Island Rotary Club, Computer made to ACRC (Arkansas Cancer Surviving are his wife, Estelle Russell Kratzke, 74, Was Underwriter; grandchildren. Club, Jazz Society, Dolphin Project Research Center), Myeloma and Beacher; two sons, Craig Beacher Transplantation Research Center, A memorial service will be held and Farrel Beacher; a daughter, Elise on Saturday, May 20, at 2 p.m. at the Dominick Thomas, Jr. 4301 West Markham, Little Rock, Kohen; a sister, Marion Green, and Active in Two Lutheran Churches Ark. 82205. Russell H. Kratzke, 74, of Fanwood he had served as an Elder and Presi- Monroe Village Auditorium. Dominick Thomas, Jr., 63, of May 18, 2000 four grandchildren. Tewksbury Township in Graveside services were held on died on Wednesday, May 10, at home. dent of the Congregation. Memorial contributions may be Bernardsville died on Tuesday, April Wednesday, May 10, in Beth Israel Born in New Britain, Conn., he Surviving are his wife, Catherine made to the American Cancer Soci- 25, at Overlook Hospital in Summit. Sophie Nicholas, 82 Cemetery in Woodbridge. had lived in Connecticut before mov- Hilton Kratzke; five daughters, ety, 846 Main Street, Fords, 08863. Born in Orange, he had lived in Sophie Nicholas, 82, of Westfield Arrangements were handled by the ing to Fanwood 40 years ago. Sharon Deal, Vivian Rotondo, Helen May 18, 2000 Fanwood for 30 years before relocat- died on Tuesday, May 16, at the Menorah Chapels at Millburn in Mr. Kratzke had been a commer- Diana, Sandra DiBella and Alison ing to Tewksbury Township five years Genesis ElderCare Center in Union. cial underwriter with the Royal Globe Arias; two brothers, Norman Kratzke Edward Yarusi, 64 ago. Westfield. May 18, 2000 Insurance Company before retiring and Alan Kratzke; 11 grandchildren Edward Yarusi, 64, of Seaside Park in 1988. He was previously employed and four great-grandchildren. Mr. Thomas was a Sales Associate Born in Manchester, N. H., she died on Wednesday, May 10, in the at Weichert Realtors in Bernardsville had lived in Fort Lee before moving Angela Sampson, 68 with Aetna Insurance in Hartford. Funeral services were held on Fri- He served in the United States day, May 12, at the Memorial Fu- Paul Kimball Medical Center in for two years. He had previously been to Westfield in 1987. Angela Del Duca Sampson, 68, of Lakewood. employed at Kimberley Clark Corpo- Berkeley Heights died on Thursday, Army during World War II and the neral Home, 155 South Avenue in Mrs. Nicholas had been employed Born in Plainfield, he had lived in ration Health Care Division in New as an administrative assistant for the May 11, in Overlook Hospital in Sum- Korean Conflict and was a member Fanwood. York for 15 years, retiring in 1998. United Jersey Bank in Hackensack mit. of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Memorial donations may be made Westfield and Bridgewater before He received a degree in business for 10 years before her retirement in Born in Summit, she lived in Ber- Scotch Plains. to the Memorial Fund of Redeemer moving to Seaside Park in 1978. administration from Rider College 1985. She had previously worked for keley Heights for most of her life. He was a member of the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Westfield, 229 Mr. Yarusi was a self-employed in Lawrenceville. Esquire magazine in New York City. She was predeceased by a brother, Lutheran Church in Westfield and a Cowperthwaite Place, Westfield, dry wall contractor for many years. Mr. Thomas was a United States Michael Del Duca. former member of the Messiah 07090. Surviving are his wife, Joyce C. Surviving are her husband of 55 May 18, 2000 Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. years, Nick C. Nicholas; two daugh- Surviving are her husband, Allan Lutheran Church in Plainfield, where Stevens Yarusi; a son, Edward Yarusi Surviving are his wife, Ellen ters, Gail Ackerman and Stephanie Sampson; two sons, Allan Sampson of Toms River; five daughters, Wendy Silverman Thomas; two daughters, Acquadro, both of Westfield; two of Far Hills and Scott Sampson of William Hart, 88, Retired Salesman; Bojok and Stephanie Peterson of Pamela Jean Thomas of New York brothers, Harry Gagas of Miami, Fla. Berkeley Heights; a daughter, Janice Bayville, Katie Kucharski of Toms and Hilary Ann Thomas of Boston; a Sampson of Westfield, and four grand- and Charles Gagas of Cranford, and Past Commander of Local VFW Post River and Joya Yarusi and Laurie son, Gregory Mathew Thomas of three grandchildren. children. William L. Hart, 88, of Scotch mander of Scotch Plains-Fanwood San Francisco; a brother, Joseph The funeral took place on Monday, Mauro of Seaside Park; six brothers, Visitation will take place tonight, Plains died on Wednesday, May 10, Memorial Post No. 10122 of the Thomas of Pine Beach, and three Thursday, May 18, from 7 to 9 p.m. May 15, from the Paul Ippolito Ber- Albert Yarusi of Parlin, Frederick sisters, Francine Falese of Point at the Gray Memorial Funeral Home, keley Memorial in Berkeley Heights, at home. Veterans of Foreign Wars. Yarusi of Warren, Daniel Yarusi Pleasant, Ruth Reed of Florida and 12 Springfield Avenue in Cranford. followed by a Mass at the Little Flower Born in Staten Island, he had lived He attended New York Univer- Westminster, Calif., Raymond Yarusi Lucy Thomas of Millburn. The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Church, also in Berkeley Heights. in Kearny before relocating to sity. of Garwood, Ernest Yarusi of A memorial service was held on tomorrow, Friday, May 19, at the Interment was held at St. Mary Stony Scotch Plains 40 years ago. Surviving are his wife, Mary Westfield and Leon Yarusi of Saturday, April 29, at the Unitarian Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church Hill Cemetery in Watchung. Mr. Hart had been employed as a Klizas Hart; two daughters, Linda Allenhurst; three sisters, Alice Caruso Church in Summit. in Westfield. Interment will follow at Memorial donations may be made salesman with Clinton Square Auto A. Horvath of Rahway and Jayne H. of Martinsville and Elizabeth Arrangements were under the di- the George Washington Memorial to the American Heart Association, Parts in Newark and New Brunswick Danco of Bridgewater, and four Almonti and Rosie Gullinelo of rection of the Gallaway & Crane 2550 Route 1, North Brunswick, Park in Paramus. for many years before retiring. grandchildren. Germantown, N. Y., and 12 grand- Funeral Home in Basking Ridge. In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- 08902 or to the American Diabetes A Staff Sergeant in the United Funeral services were held on Memorial donations may be made Association, P. O. Box 31160, Hart- children. tions may be made to the Arthritis States Army during World War II, Monday, May 15, at the Memorial to a charity of the individual’s choice. Foundation. ford, Conn. 06150. A Mass of Christian Burial was May 18, 2000 May 18, 2000 May 18, 2000 he was a member and Past Com- Funeral Home, 155 South Avenue in offered on Tuesday, May 16, in St. Fanwood. Interment followed at Catharine Roman Catholic Church Hillside Cemetery in Scotch Plains. in Seaside Park, following the fu- Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. Memorial donations may be made neral from the Timothy E. Ryan hy should you plan to the Center for Hope Hospice, 176 Home for Funerals, also in Seaside Caring & Courteous Service to the W Hussa Street, Linden, 07036. Park. Interment took place at St. May 18, 2000 Joseph Cemetery in Toms River. Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 your own funeral? May 18, 2000 MASTER John Mc Cormack, 3rd ® MEMORIALS John J. Mc Cormack 3rd, 72, of Forethought funeral planning: Westfield died on Saturday, May 6, Westfield 1171 E. 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Dooley • FRED H. GRAY, JR. •WILLIAM A. DOYLE • PAULETTE CRABIEL WAHLER sister, Marjorie Napoli, also of • DALE SCHOUSTRA • DAVID J. CRABIEL Manager Bruce Bauer, Prop. Peachtree City. Executive Administrator – William A. Doyle (Established 1938) Services were held on Saturday, WESTFIELD: 318 East Broad St., Fred H. Gray, Jr. Mgr. • 233-0143 ALSO: 300 Rt. 37 East May 13, at the Gray Funeral Home, CRANFORD: 12 Springfield Ave., Dale R. Schoustra, Mgr. • 276-0092 318 East Broad Street in Westfield. Toms River, N.J. 349-2350 May 18, 2000 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 18, 2000 Page 11 Youth Choirs to Perform Temple’s Elder Members On Sunday at First Baptist Contribute Memoirs, Stories WESTFIELD — Three special perform several selections. Graduat- choirs will lead worship this Sunday, ing Chorister Allison Johnson of May 21, during “Children’s Sunday” Westfield will perform as a soloist To Congregational Book at the First Baptist Church of for “Tree Song.” By MARYLOU MORANO Temple’s religious education curricu- Westfield, located at 170 Elm Street. Four, five and six-year-olds sing as Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times lum. She is arranging to have the The Youth Choir, comprised of 16 the Cherub Choir. Eight Cherubs will WESTFIELD — The memoirs and book’s contributors visit the class- middle and high school students, will join the Choristers for one song and life stories of several members of rooms to speak to the youth directly. sing contemporary songs at 10:20 sing another on their own. Jesse Kline Temple Emanu-El, Westfield have Ms. Greenbaum is also hoping that a.m. Graduating senior Stefanie of Mountainside will graduate from been brought together in a book en- other local senior-citizen organiza- Bistak of Westfield will perform some Cherubs to Choristers. of her favorites. Minister of Music Bill Mathews titled Living Treasures. tions will be encouraged by Living Fifteen second- through fourth- directs the choirs, with older youth The memoirs detail trials and tri- Treasures to produce similar books grade Choristers have learned songs Stefanie Bistak, Jon Redeker, umphs, heartbreaks and blessings and written by their own members. each quarter that support their Church Stephanie Woo and Annie Peterson the role of Jewish heritage in the Funding for Living Treasures was School curriculum. They will also assisting with the Cherubs. lives of the congregants. A photo- provided by the Grotta Foundation REACHING OUT…A new ministry at St. Helen’s Roman Catholic Church in graph accompanies each story. of South Orange. Westfield helps incarcerated individuals at Northern State Prison in Newark The Lauren Danis Eldernet Project, A dinner honoring the contribu- Williams Nursery Announces develop self esteem and prepares them for their eventual return into society. Pictured, left to right, are: Monsignor Jim Burke, Pastor of St. Helen’s Church; a senior citizen organization based at tions of all who worked on the book Program Coordinator and local attorney John Jacobi, Sister of Charity Pat Temple Emanu-El, sponsored the will be held this Saturday evening at Dates for Fundraiser Events Reynolds and the Reverend Thomas Roberts, Chaplain at Northern State Prison. publication. Seventeen of the Temple Emanu-El. The dinner will congregation’s 100 members over be followed by a Havdalah service. WESTFIELD — Williams Nurs- donate $2 to the foundation. the age of 75 contributed their life Renee Goldberg, Associate Rabbi ery, located at 524 Springfield Av- The nursery additionally partici- Church of St. Helen enue in Westfield, has announced it pates in the Plant for the Cure pro- stories. Thirty volunteers assisted in and Advisor to the Eldernet Project, will hold fundraisers for two organi- motion that raises funds and aware- the undertaking. will officiate at the service to which zations. ness for the foundation. Offers Prison Ministry Sharon Greenbaum, Coordinator all family and friends of the book’s The first event will take place this Volunteers from the foundation’s of the Eldernet Project, learned of participants are invited. weekend and will benefit the North North Jersey Chapter will be present By BRIAN JOHNSON a prayer partner; teaching mathemat- the publication of a similar book in The Lauren Danis Eldernet Project Jersey Chapter of the Susan G. Komen this weekend at Williams Nursery to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ics, reading and writing skills; pos- New Mexico and adapted the idea provides members of Temple Emanu- Breast Cancer Foundation. provide information to interested in- WESTFIELD — A new ministry sible youth projects; assisting family for the Westfield congregation. El and the community with informa- With every full flat of impatiens dividuals. based at St. Helen’s Roman Catholic members with transportation to visit “The focus of Living Treasures is tion surrounding the issues of aging. sold this Saturday, May 20, and Sun- Further information on breast can- Church is gaining ground in helping the prisoners and solid advocacy ser- Catholic prison inmates discover a how Judaism played a role in the Services include a resource center, day, May 21, Williams Nursery will cer is also available on the Williams vices and after-care sponsorship, in- lives of the people interviewed,” said programs on topics of interest to Nursery Web site at www.williams- sense of self worth and readjust to cluding clothing, housing and job Gardenaires Announce nursery.com, or by calling the Susan society upon their release. preparation upon their release from Ms. Greenbaum. senior citizens and volunteers to help G Komen Foundation at (908) 277- A new program for the Westfield prison. Rosalind Dorlen, who has a doc- the elderly. Slide Presentation 2904. parish, the Prison Fellowship and Monsignor Burke noted that the torate in clinical psychology and is a The project was started five years On Wednesday, May 24, the nurs- Ministry complements other highly advocacy services help the prisoners temple member, trained the volun- ago by Temple Emanu-El members, For May 24 Meeting ery will hold a fundraising event for successful ministries which have al- get adjusted materially, as these in- teers to conduct interviews. Retired Gary and Leslie Danis, who began SCOTCH PLAINS — Vi Debbie the Friends of Mindowaskin Park ready been established at St. Helen’s. dividuals are given a minimum executive and professional photog- the Eldernet Project in memory of will give a lecture and slide presen- from 5 to 7 p.m. St. Helen’s Pastor, Monsignor Jim amount of money and clothing when rapher Sandford Luger took many of their niece, Lauren Danis. tation based on her extensive travels The nursery will donate 20 per- Burke, reported that 40 of his parish- they are released. the photographs. ioners are already actively involved at the Gardenaires meeting on cent of every purchase during this In addition, some prisoners may The book was edited by Marilyn Wednesday, May 24, at the Scotch in the program, which began several event to the Friends in support of the not have families to return to, mak- Milstein, also a member of Temple More Community Hills Country Club on Jerusalem park. months ago. ing the adjustment very difficult, he Road in Scotch Plains. He described the commitment as said. Emanu-El. News on Pages The meeting will take place from Historical Society “an offering of time and talent to Individuals making the transition Ms. Greenbaum will be working noon to 3 p.m., with the slide pro- fulfill a message of beliefs and to back into society also benefit from with the religious school’s educators 6, 7 & 17 gram lasting about 80 minutes. To Hear Discussion deliver corporeal works of mercy” donations of supplies and educational to have the book become part of the Guests (both men and women) are with “the need on the part of His materials, including computers, li- invited to attend and refreshments On Lenape Indians people to in some way touch the lives turgical supplies, religious educa- will be served. Hostesses for the FANWOOD — Dr. Frank J. of those confined to prison.” tional materials, texts on justice and meeting will be Lillian Boyko and Esposito, Dean of the Nathan Weiss Coordinating the Fellowship and moral issues, and magazines and Sophie Armino. School of Graduate Studies at Kean Ministry is John Jacobi, an attorney books. An Executive Board meeting and University in Union, will share his and Seton Hall Law School profes- The Reverend Thomas Roberts, catered luncheon was held on May 9 knowledge about the Delaware sor, who said he learned that prison- Chaplain of Northern State Prison, at the home of the outgoing Presi- (Lenape) Indians during the Tues- ers, as a group, have the least repre- noted that by ministering to the in- dent of the club, Mary Haddad. day, May 23 meeting of the Histori- sentation and feel they are not a part mates, he has come to observe a wide A luncheon is planned for Wednes- cal Society of Scotch Plains and of society. range of intelligence among them day, June 28, at which time new Fanwood. “Many people in prison struggle to and the ability of individuals to ex- officers will be installed. For further The meeting will take place at the maintain their individual dignity perience love and God. information, please call (908) 754- Fanwood train station, located at through reading, conversation and Anyone interested in learning more 5160. North and Martine Avenues, begin- intellectual and spiritual discipline,” about this ministry and possible ar- ning at 8 p.m. Refreshments and he said. “But they need to know that eas of involvement are asked to call Memorial Day Parade fellowship will follow the meeting. outside people care about them as Monsignor Burke at (908) 232-1214. Dr. Esposito first spoke to the His- human beings.” Periodic volunteer opportunities To Honor Veterans torical Society about the Lenape In- Monsignor Burke stated, “the in- are available for those unable to regu- dians seven years ago and has since mates feel a sense of worth by other larly commit. Of Korean Conflict gathered further information about persons recognizing their human dig- SCOTCH PLAINS – The 2000 these original Americans. nity as sons and daughters of a loving SHARING A SONG…The Chamber Singers from Plymouth State College in Fanwood-Scotch Plains Memo- Further information about the His- God.” Catholic Golden Age Plymouth, N. H., pictured during a past performance, will perform a cappella torical Society may be obtained from The steps the Fellowship is taking on Thursday, May 25, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, located at 414 rial Day Parade will be held on To Meet This Sunday East Broad Street in Westfield. Admission is free and all are invited to attend. Monday, May 29, and will feature its President, Richard Bousquet, at to help the 500 Catholic inmates P.O. Box 261, Scotch Plains, 07076 SCOTCH PLAINS – The next “A Salute to Korean War Veter- include regular visits for prayer, min- or by calling (908) 232-1199. istry and fellowship; letter writing as monthly meeting of the Scotch Plains ans” as its theme. Chapter of Catholic Golden Age will Chamber Singers to Perform Joseph W. Duff has been desig- be held this Sunday, May 21, at 1:30 nated as Grand Marshal by the p.m. at St. Bartholomew the Apostle Parade Committee. A longtime Roman Catholic Church’s Nelligan On May 25 at St. Paul’s resident of Scotch Plains, he served Hall, located on Westfield Avenue in WESTFIELD — The Chamber cated at 414 East Broad Street in in the United States Navy during Scotch Plains. Singers from Plymouth State Col- Westfield. For more information, the Korean Conflict and remained Participants are asked to enter on lege in Plymouth, N. H. will present please call Charles Banks at (908) on active duty until 1955. the rectory side of the building. a concert of a capella sacred music at 232-8506, Extension No. 17. Afterwards, Mr. Duff served for The program will be presented by St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on Thurs- the Deidre Shea School of Irish Danc- more than 25 years with the United day, May 25, at 8 p.m. Interfaith Singles Set ing. Twenty-seven voices strong, the States Naval Reserves, retiring in Refreshments will be served and June Meeting Dates the mid-1980s as a Captain. choir is an auditioned ensemble made attendees are invited to bring a guest. up of students whose majors include WESTFIELD — Interfaith Singles, a The parade will provide a spe- Chapter members are asked to bring support group for single adults over age cial tribute to veterans of the Ko- music education and performance, items for the Food Pantry. theater, musical theater and English. 45, hold weekly discussions on success- rean Conflict from Fanwood and The chapter will meet again on ful single living at the First Baptist They are directed by Dr. Dan Church, 170 Elm Street in Westfield. Scotch Plains in conjunction with Sunday, June 25, with a program Perkins, Associate Professor of Mu- entitled “Wine Tasting,” to be con- Continental breakfast is available and the 50th anniversary of the begin- sic and Director of Choral Activities a $2 donation is requested. ning of the conflict. ducted by Peterson’s Wine Unlim- at Plymouth State College. Meetings will be held on Sundays, Veterans interested in partici- ited of Westfield. There is no admission charge for June 4, 11, 18 and 25, from 9 to 10:30 pating in the parade should regis- DAY FOR WORSHIP…Municipal and religious leaders gather at the Scotch For more information, please call the concert and the public is invited a.m. For further information, please call ter with the Parade Committee by Plains Village Green May 4 for a National Day of Prayer observance held by the John at (908) 322-1804. to attend. St. Paul’s Church is lo- (908) 889-5265 or (908) 889-4751. calling Toni Rollis at the Scotch Scotch Plains and Fanwood Ministerium. Pictured, left to right, are: Peggy Cowan, Event Coordinator; Pastor Dan Stanley, Evangel Church of Scotch Plains Municipal Building at (908) Plains; Pastor Gary Rothwell, Scotch Plains Baptist Church; Carol Hahn, Event 322-6700, extension no. 314. Coordinator; Minister of Christian Education Chaz Hutchison, Scotch Plains Vehicles will be provided to Baptist Church; Scotch Plains Mayor Martin Marks; the Reverend Jane transport the veterans along the Rockwell of All Saints’ Episcopal Church in Scotch Plains; Pastor Kenneth parade route. Hetzel of the Willow Grove Presbyterian Church in Scotch Plains and Pastor Kevin Brennan of the Evangel Church. NJN Senior Anchor to Speak Screening Scheduled At Tribute to Women Event For Hypertension MOUNTAINSIDE — Kent Ms. Manahan has covered New Jer- May 23 at Library Manahan, a senior anchor with NJN sey for more than 20 years. A wife and Nightly News, will speak at the Union working mother of six, she also serves WESTFIELD — The Westfield County Tribute to Women Luncheon on the Seton Hall University Board of Board of Health will sponsor a today, Thursday, May 18, at L’Affaire Regents and the Board of the Tri- free Diabetes/Hypertension in Mountainside. County Scholarship Fund for Disad- Screening on Tuesday, May 23, The awards luncheon, sponsored by vantaged Youngsters, as well as other the Patriots’ Path Council of the Boy charitable organizations. from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Scouts of America, will honor four The Patriot’s Path Council covers Westfield Memorial Library, lo- women who serve as role models for 109 communities in Union, Somerset, cated at 550 East Broad Street. young people in Union County. It is Morris, Sussex and parts of Middlesex Individuals should be screened being chaired by Union County Free- Counties. It is comprised of 22,000 for high blood pressure if they: (a) holder Linda d. Stender. scouts and 7,000 adult volunteers in are age 35 or older; (b) are not The four honorees include Karen nearly 500 scout packs and troops. Bernier of Berkeley Heights, Also attending the is event will be under a physician’s care for high Bernadette Countryman of Westfield, Union County Prosecutor Thomas V. blood pressure; (c) have a family Anna K. Lustenberg of East Windsor Manahan, Union County Clerk Joanne history of high blood pressure; (d) and Dell Raudelunas of Plainfield. Rajoppi and Union County Chamber have not had their blood pressure of Commerce President Susan tested in over a year; (e) have Energizing Marriage Jacobson, among others. stopped taking blood pressure For tickets and additional informa- To be Lecture Topic tion, please call Kenneth Mayti, Fi- medication without their At Township Library nance Director for the council, at (908) physician’s approval. 654-9191. SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch Plains Public Library will present a talk on “Energizing Your Marriage Good News in the Year 2000” by Freda Fink, a licensed clinical social worker, on Wednesday, May 24, at 7:30 p.m. Mrs. Fink will discuss how mar- A hot-tempered man stirs up riage is affected by cultural change, specifically the women’s movement. dissension,but a patient man She will also offer pointers on build- ing a successful marriage. Attendance will be limited to 30 calms a quarrel participants and interested individu- als may sign up at the library’s Circu- Proverbs 15:18 The Gospel lation Desk. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 18, 2000 Page 13 Check it out on the Web/site! Sports Section - Pages 13-16 www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS FEIGHNER, MCMAHON WIN 3 EACH; DENNIS, HILLMAN WIN 2 EACH Raiders Sweep Again; Lady Devils Take Second in Watchung Conference Track

By DAVID B. CORBIN for the first time was Hinds, a junior I’m kind of loose, but today there speedy Pierre Chapman of Linden Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times who placed fourth at 1:08.9. Raider wasn’t and it kind of crept up on me who was timed at 22.7. Blue Devil Dominance was assured by the Alyssa Sams finished sixth at 1:12.5. before the races.” Chris Giacone finished fourth at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School “I really wanted to win this one,” Her second leap was also lacking 22.9 and Raider Jamil Coles took boys and girls as both teams won its snarled a very happy Dennis. “I’m but she found the mark on her third sixth also at 22.9. Williams also respective Watchung Conference thrilled. My best time came at the jump. “I knew that I was making the finished second in the 400 meters National Division crown at Gary at 50.2, Coles took fourth at 52.1 Kehler Stadium in Westfield on May and Blue Devils Adam Walker at 12. The Raider boys, who totaled 52.3 and Seth Augenstein at 52.7 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times 146, got a stiff challenge from the followed. CLOSE ENCOUNTERS…Blue Devil Chris Giacone almost collides with a Linden boys, who finished second at CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 camera after winning the 100 meters. Raider Nathan Jones is on the left. 141. The Raider girls out-totaled run- ner-up Westfield, 156-138. The Raider girls captured five in- LEO KINDLES DEVIL FLAME, MAC COOLS CRUSADERS dividual first places while the Blue Devils grabbed one relay and four individual first places. Raider Katie Feighner seized three of those first Blue Devils Score in 9th; Jolt places while Blue Devil Maura McMahon had two individual first places and got another in the relay. Feighner shoved the shot put 35’4” Johnson, 3-2, in UC Tourney followed by teammates Ruth Rohrer at 33’10.75” and Christina Hillman By DAVID B. CORBIN Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times plays. They picked me up when I the Blue Devils a 2-0 lead. at 33’2”. Blue Devil Liz Sweeney walked somebody. I did the best that “I was just trying to make contact took fifth at 29’1”. Feighner led the Two years ago, the Westfield High I could and it turned out swell.” and I found a hole,” said Leonardis, field in the javelin with a toss of School softball team defeated A. L. In the first inning, Katie Richards who happened to get all three of her 105’5”. Blue Devils Dana Grau at Johnson in an extra-inning thriller in got hit by a pitch then, with two outs, hits to right field. “She (right fielder) 91’7” and Laura Avdey at 86’5” the quarterfinals of the Union County Thornton put pressure on Crusader was playing shallow and I tried to placed third and sixth, respectively. Tournament in Clark and then went pitching ace Katie Burns by bashing come around on it. We were up for the on to capture the title. This time, in Feighner then won the discus with a David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times a single to right allowing Richards to game. We came with our A+ game.” heave of 115’10”. Rohrer was third WINNING THE 200 METERS…Raider Ray Williams crosses the line first in the quarterfinals, The Blue Devils reach third. However, she avoided “I told the kids that she (Katie at 97’1”, Sweeney took fourth at the 200 meters. Raider Jamil Coles, left, and Blue Devil Chris Giacone follow broke a 2-2 tie in the top of the ninth damage by recording a strikeout. Burns) gets her first couple of pitches 82’4” and Raider Lauren Branco was very close behind. to chill the third-seeded Crusaders, The Blue Devils seemed to sense in and that we needed to attack and sixth at 79’.0”. 3-2, in Clark on May 13. McMahon crossed first in the 800 end of last year and it was a 65.5 so coaches nervous and I decided that, The Blue Devils, who have had meters with a time of 2:21.3 fol- I’m close already.” foul or not, I was going to pop one troubles with their defense this sea- lowed by Raiders Erin Kelly at Raider Hillman leaped 16’1” to out there,” said Dennis. son, rose to the occasion, put it all 2:22.8 and Stephanie Heath at 2:28. place first in the long jump followed “This was my best jump so far,” together and played perhaps their Blue Adrianne Blauvelt finished fifth by Dennis at 15’9” and Hinds with a said Hinds. “Before, I jumped 15’4.5” best defensive game. Additionally, at 2:33.5. McMahon then won the personal-best 15’8.5”. Ferraro at and then I did 15’8” in the trials but timely power hitting by Kristen 1,600 meters in 5:24 followed by 15’7.5”, Rohrer at 15’4.5 and Blue my goal is to get 16 feet by the end of Leonardis, who rapped two singles Blue Devil Alexis Anzelone at Devil Sarah Burke at 14’11.5” took the season.” To accomplish that, and a rally-starting triple, and 5:33.4, Kelly at 5:47.3 and Blue the remaining places. Hinds added, “I need to keep up my Courtney Thornton, who singled and Devil Rachel Ackerman at 5:54.1. “I was in the low 15’s on my first speed, jump out and keep myself hammered an RBI triple, put the Raider Kate Bereznak came in sixth two jumps then coach (Lionel) Hush leaning forward.” Blue Devils in the driver’s seat. at 6:07.6. McMahon, Heather Den- and coach (Rich) McGriff said that I Hillman also cleared 5’2” to win “It certainly was the best game for nis, Susan Hinds and Blauvelt com- need to run faster and jump higher,” the high jump followed by Blue Devil us,” said Blue Devil Head Coach bined to win the 4x400 relay with a said Hillman. “And then, I had to Nichole Herttua at 4’8”. Sams took Maggie McFadden. “Our kids de- time of 4:11.7 followed by a Raider change my mark. Then after I landed fifth at 4’8” and Blue Devil Patti cided to come and play today. They foursome in 4:21.5. in the pit, they told me that I had to Oslislo was sixth at 4’4”. were really excited about the coun- Dennis had a superb performance walk straight out instead of going out Anzelone won the 3,200 event with ties. They know they are a good in the 400-hurdles, finishing better the side.” a time of 11:59.3 followed by Kelly team. They knew that they have had than any girl in either the National or Dennis who had trouble finding at 12:33.9, Ackerman at 12:41.6 and some bad games this season, but they American Division, with a time of the mark on the first jump, leaping Blue Devil Jackie Cusimano at turned it around.” 1:05.7 followed by Raider Jayme just 13’8”, commented, “Usually I 12:51.5. Burke placed second in the Also, sophomore Caitlin Ferraro at 1:06.1. Running the event MacDonald was cool on the mound run a race before the long jump and 100-meter dash at 12.9 followed by David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Ferraro at 13.1. Ferraro placed sec- as she chilled the Crusaders with READY TO GET AN RBI SINGLE…Blue Devil Katie Richards watches the ond in the 200 meters with a time of three strike-outs and escaped some ball and smacks an RBI single to drive in Kristen Leonardis at third. 27.3 followed by Raider Jill tense situations while yielding seven Koscielecki at 27.5. Burke grabbed hits and walking four. an opening in the outfield in the not let her get ahead of us in the fifth at 27.7. “She pitched great,” said third. Leonardis thumped her triple count,” explained McFadden. Dennis picked up her fourth medal McFadden. “She has a lot of heart over the shallow-playing right As to the hitting attack to right by getting third in the 400 meters and is a very good athlete. She made fielder’s head then Richards looped field, she added, “I have never coined with a time of 1:01.6 and Hinds got two great plays on the mound.” an RBI single to right and sped to our team as being a team which likes her fourth medal with a third in the “This is definitely the best game second when the ball was mishandled. to pull the ball. The girls worked real 100-hurdles at 17.0. Raiders that I pitched. I had outstanding de- After Brunetto laid down a sacrifice hard on their hitting. They have Koscielecki at 1:03.7, Heath at 1:04.7 fense behind me the whole day,” said bunt, Thornton nailed her RBI triple learned to go with pitches and I think and Rachel Jones at 1:05.3 grabbed MacDonald. “Everyone made their over the right fielder’s head to give CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 the remaining places in the 400 meters and Rohrer at 17.0 and Blue Devil Stephanie Bistak at 17.4 placed WEBER SHOOTS 80, MISSES 1ST IN SUDDEN DEATH fourth and fifth, respectively in the 100-hurdles. The Raider boys grabbed firsts in the 200 meters, the long jump, the Blue Devils Grab 2nd, Raiders high jump and the discus events while the Blue Devils took firsts in the 100 meters, the 800 meters and the pole vault. Get 6th at UC Golf Tourney David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Raider sophomore Ray Williams BEATING THEM ALL…Blue Devil Heather Dennis, center, edges Raider burned the track to take the 200 By DAVID B. CORBIN Westfield in 1992. mented Turnbull. Jayme Ferraro, right, and the rest of the field to win the 400-hurdles in 1:05.7. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times meters with a time of 22.3, edging This year, Bramnick, who is the “We lost by 11 points and Three titles in-a-row was not in the only Blue Devil to qualify for the Cranford’s No. 3 man (Cuozzo) had cards for the Westfield High School Tournament of Champions to be held an 80 and ours was 13 higher,” said SCHENK K’S 10 CARDS, GOEHRY CRACKS 2 DOUBLES golf team as the Cranford squad cap- at Rumson Country Club on May 22, CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 tured the Union County Golf Crown teed off in the first four- held on May 11 at the par 36 Echo some with Watchung Con- Lake Country Club in Westfield for ference Tournament Raider Diamond Boys Blank the 36th-straight year. The Cougars (WCT) Champion Mike totaled 332 to the Blue Devils’ 343. Occi of Cranford, J.P. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood team Longueil of Oratory and finished tied for sixth with Roselle Steve DiNardo of Roselle Cardinals, 4-0, in Counties Catholic at 368. Catholic and shot an 87 (45- Three in-a-row also was not in the 42) to finish ninth. cards for the individual champion- 13. Senior Dan Goehry bashed two to quiet the Cardinals. Occi and Longueil, who By DAVID B. CORBIN ship as Cougar Jerry Cuozzo (40- along with Bramnick, had Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ground-rule doubles, had two RBI Goehry drilled his first double off 40), who teed off in the third four- Eleven in-a-row was established and scored a run to pace the (13-2) the flexible center field fence on the been odds-on favorites to some, shot an 80 and tied Blue Devil win the title, instead fin- in impressive fashion as senior Kevin Raiders. first pitch in the bottom of the first Co-Captain Jeff Weber (39-41), who Schenk, who was popping the “I felt really strong on the mound inning. Later he scored when Tim ished tied for 10th and 14th, teed off in the second foursome, then respectively, with scores of catcher’s mitt, grounded 10 Cardi- and I had the speed today,” said Pai bounced a hopper past the second defeated him in a sudden-death play- nals in six innings and along with Schenk. “I had the location and hit baseman. 88 and 89. Longueil, from off on the par-4 391-yard first hole. Annandale, was a Nike All- Brian Maroney, who relieved him in the target a lot.” Cardinal Josh Belle added a one- Cuozzo parred the hole and Weber the seventh, allowed just three hits as Schenk also noted, “I also have man threat in the second when he America, won the Metro- just missed his par putt. politan Boys Tournament the fourth-seeded Scotch Plains- confidence in my team. I have a lot of reached on an error then stole second Last year the Blue Devils had a Fanwood High School baseball team good defense behind me.” and third with just one out, but Schenk and the New Jersey State record-setting 310 Union County Boys title twice. Unfortu- shutout Plainfield, 4-0, in the The Raiders did capitalize on seven sat down the next two Cardinals. Tournament total to capture the team quarterfinals of the Union County walks to score two of their runs but Ed Jackson, Jerry Salerno and nately, he had virtually put title and Brent Bramnick fired a three- himself out of the running Tournament in Scotch Plains on May also had several key defensive plays Anthony Blasi all walked to load the over par 75 to edge teammate Ronnie bases in the second, then Goehry hit from the beginning when Kashlak who shot 76. The previous he hit his tee shot out-of- a first-pitch, two-run, ground-rule team total had been first set by Scotch double over the center field fence to bounds on the first hole then David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times Plains-Fanwood in 1970 then tied by ran into deep trouble be- TEEING OFF AT ONE…Blue Devil Jeff Weber jump the lead to 3-0. tees off at the first tee. “They were first-pitch fast balls so hind the third green. I aggressively hit them. Yesterday, “He is by far the best when we played them, I just wasn’t high school golfer in Union aggressive,” said Goehry. “I figured County,” stressed Blue Devil today, just go out there and swing. Head Coach John Turnbull of With a couple hits and good pitch- Longueil. “And Jerry (Cuozzo) ing, we won today.” played very well with two bird- Goehry attributed the successful ies.” season to the efforts of the entire Cougar Frank Buonvino, who team, “We have a lot of good hitters. placed second in the WCT, teed Throughout the lineup, somebody off with Weber and grabbed third gets the hits when we need them. with a score of 81. Blue Devil Everyday somebody comes through. Adam Karnish came in eighth Today, it was me.” with an 86 (42-44) and Raider Schenk added some defensive hustle junior Louis Schultz turned in an in the third on a difficult chopper off 88 to tie for 10th. Blue Devils the bat of speedy Eladio Ortiz by Brian Mann (47-43) and Josh grabbing the ball and firing to first to Rogers (47-46) had scores of 90 nab him. Then he added emphasis by and 93, respectively. striking out the next two Cardinals. In “I thought that the scoring was David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times the fourth, he helped his cause by pretty high. People complained DOUBLE STEAL ENDING AT HOME…Raider Tim Pai, No. 25, alertly stole David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times about the wind and the pin place- David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times picking off Kevin Wright at first. Blue Devil Brent Bramnick Raider Louis Schultz third then slides home safely when the Cardinal catcher could not find the ball. CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 ments, but that’s golf,” com- CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 Thursday, May 18, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Kardinal Nine Singe Raiders in Sixth, 5-3

By DAVID B. CORBIN second. Jackson punched a single to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times center and Maroney rolled home to A three-run double by Chris Olsen jump the score to 3-0. off an 0-2 pitch in the top of the sixth But the Kardinals flew back with inning made the difference and the two in the top of the fifth. Rob fourth-ranked Kearny High School DeGravinna chopped an infield baseball team came from behind to single. After Juaquin Albizu reached singe the Scotch Plains-Fanwood safely, Jackson at short grabbed a squad, 5-3, in Scotch Plains on May grounder, stepped on second and 15. Raider senior Dave Herrmann fired to first for a double play. Next, hammered a two-run homer in the John DeGravinna bashed an RBI bottom of the first for the Raiders. single, then an error at short al- Dan Goehry led off the first inning lowed the Kardinals to score their with a walk then, as soon as the ball second run. hit the bat, everyone knew that The Raiders responded with run- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Herrmann’s shot was going over the ners on first and second with no outs LEGENDS OF GOLF ON THE TEE…This happy foursome prepare to tee off right field fence. in the fifth and so did the Kardinals FIRING IN A GOAL…Blue Devil Marina Powell, white uniform, fires in a goal at the start of the Union County Golf Tournament. Pictured, left to right, are: The Raiders threatened again in as they brought in fireballer Chris against Immaculata on May 8. Jarred McBride (Oratory Prep), Jeff Weber (Westfield), Frank Buonvino the second. Brian Maroney, the Mayo. A double play followed by a (Cranford) and Kevin Hutchinson (Roselle Catholic). Raider pitcher, singled to left and strikeout smothered the threat. continued to second when the ball A walk and a single followed by a escaped the left fielder. Ed Jackson sacrifice bunt put Kardinals on sec- Blue Devils Place popped a single to shallow center. ond and third with two outs in the Devil Laxers Win Two; Maroney held at second. Jerry Salerno sixth. Maroney was relieved on the 2nd at UC Golf laid down an effective sacrifice bunt mound. After a walk, Olsen stepped CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 advancing both runners. The killer to the plate and took two-straight Then Stumble at Ridge came when a missed squeeze play strikes. But a fastball high in the Turnbull. “But I believe that the over- trapped Maroney between third and strike zone was tagged to the fence in The Westfield High School girls 10th-ranked Ridge, 15-10, on May all golf should have been better.” home then the Kardinal pitcher got center, scoring three Kardinals. lacrosse team improved their record 12. The Blue Devils started out ag- TEAM SCORES: the next batter to ground out. Kearny rose to 16-1 while the Raid- to 8-3 last week, posting victories gressively, keeping the score even 1. Cranford (C) 332, 2. Westfield In the fourth, Maroney tapped a ers slipped to 13-3. over Immaculate Heart Academy with midfield transitions between (W) 343, 3. Roselle Park (RP) 356, 4. chopper to third but the ball was Kearny 000 023 0 5 (IHA) and Immaculata, and falling junior Jenny Korecky, Lang, Salmond Oratory Prep (O) 364, 5. Summit (S) overthrown at first and he motored to Sc Plns-Fanwood 200 100 0 3 to Ridge. and Gates. Lang had two goals, and 366, 6. Scotch Plains-Fanwood The Blue Devils defeated IHA by Salmond and Korecky each had one. (SPF) and Roselle Catholic (RC) a score of 14-3 on May 8. Sopho- Towards the end of the half, Ridge 368, 8. New Providence (NP) 393, 9. A. L. Johnson (ALJ) 400, 10. Union more Morgan Lang started the half stepped up and increased the gap, (U) 416, 11. Union Catholic 426 with the two goals, and other goal ending the half 10-4. But, even more contributors included Tri-Captain unfortunate, 12 seconds into the sec- INDIVIDUAL SCORES: Julia Gates, senior Marina Powell ond half, leading scorer Kristen 1. Cuozzo (C) 80, 2. Weber (W) 80, 3. Buonvino (C) 81, 4. Brad and junior Katie Schott. Senior Salmond went down with an ankle Sumenek (C), Campbell Burns (S) Kristen Salmond also netted two. injury that took her out of the game and Marc Henkel (RP) 83, ,7. Jared In the second half, sophomore and may sideline her for the rest of McBride (O) 85, 8. Karnish (W) 86, Kristen Pollock, sophomore Ali Pino, the season. 9. Bramnick (W) 87, 10. Schultz senior Clare Cambria, senior Rosy During the second half, Lang and David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times (SPF), Occi (C), Anthony Gabriele Hely, Gates, Powell, Schott and senior Korecky each had two goals and Blue Devil Brian Mann (RP) and Rich Bickel (Dayton) 88, Liz Ambrosia also found the back of McGovern notched one goal. Goalie 14. Sean Reilly (S), Longueil (O) the net. Goalie Libby Schundler had Schundler had 18 saves and Raider Girls Rap and Dale Rubino (RP) 89 six saves on defense, and senior Lauren McGovern, Lang and Gates tallied Mattes controlled ground balls and impressive ground ball control. The Devil Laxers Crush thwarted IHA’s offense. Blue Devil defense with Ambrosia, Holy Family, 8-6 On May 10, the girls’ traveled to junior Julie Cleaves, Mattes and The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Crusader Boys, 8-4 Immaculata High School, and de- Schaller kept the pressure on the School softball team won their show- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times feated the Spartans, 18-9. Leading Ridge offense. down with, now (14-4), Holy Fam- The A. L. Johnson High School boys lacrosse team suffered its first loss at the TRYING TO KEEP HIM HONEST…Raider pitcher Kevin Schenk throws to the offense in the first half were ily, 8-6, in Bayonne on May 10. hands of the Westfield boys, 8-4, in Tim Pai, No. 25, in an attempt to nail Cardinal Josh Belle. Belle was slick and Gates, Salmond and Lang with two Devil Laxers Bang Lindsay Pinnella, who stole second Westfield on May 12. Senior Sean Joffe did steal two bases. goals and Powell, Hely, Schott and and third, scored the go-ahead run flicked in four goals to lead the (7-7) Cambria with one. and Jill Saridakie added the insur- Blue Devils. In the second half, goals were tal- Clifton Boys, 5-3 ance in the fifth inning. Junior Brad Gillin netted two goals lied by Lang and Powell with two The No. 11 Westfield High School Kellie LaForge had three RBI and and three assists and Mike Orlando and Raider Diamond Boys Blank each, and Salmond and sophomore boys lacrosse team broke a 3-3 tie in the Megan Miller blasted a triple for the Tim Mansfield each fired in a goal. Kristen Mann with one each. Tri- final quarter to down Clifton, 5-3, in Raiders who lifted their record to 14-3. Chris Dodge and Alex Lau each had an Clifton on May 15. Junior Brad Gillin assist and Chris Driscoll had 11 saves. Cardinals, 4-0, in Counties Captain Aubrey McGovern and Sc Plans-Fanwood 240 020 0 8 sophomore Lisa Paul edged out led the Blue Devils with three goals. Holy Family 501 000 0 6 Johnson (12-1) 2 2 4 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Chris Dodge and Mike Orlando added Westfield 4 4 8 Immaculata in ground balls and the defense was led by Tri-Captain Donna the other goals. Matt Simone, Alex Lau, day,” said Homm. “It was the hard- Pat Tuohy and Greg Elliott each had an PUBLIC NOTICE The final run came in the bottom Schaller. Mattes also guarded closely Vicious Vikings Ice of the fourth when Pai looped a double est that he has thrown all season. assist for the Blue Devils who improved BOROUGH OF FANWOOD You know, it’s county tournament the behind the net offensive threats to 8-7 and qualified for the state tourna- to right, stole third on a passed ball and junior goalie Sara Beth Euwer Notice is hereby given that Ordinance then proceeded home when the time and you have to step it up. And ment. Chris Driscoll had seven saves. No. 00-06-S Lady Indians, 8-0 had 11 saves. he was ready.” Westfield 1 1 1 2 5 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING The ever-improving Union Catholic catcher failed to locate the ball. Andy The Raiders will meet Rahway in The week’s only loss went to the Clifton 1 1 1 0 3 AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAP- High School softball team pushed its Pavoni followed with another double. TER 31, SALARIES AND COM- The only major Cardinal threat the semifinals on Saturday at noon at PENSATION, AND CHAPTER record above the .500 mark – 9-8 – with an 8-0 icing of Rahway on May 9 came in the sixth just after Raider Williams Field in Elizabeth. 25, POLICE DEPARTMENT, OF Dave Herrmann caught a fly ball at Plainfield 000 000 0 0 THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH in Rahway. Freshman pitcher Suzanne Sc Pln-Fanwood 120 100 x 4 OF FANWOOD. Hennessey hurled a two-hitter, fanned the fence in center. Fred Rosario was passed and adopted on the second and nine Indians and walked three. singled and then a strikeout, which final reading at a Meeting of the Mayor and would have ended the inning, was Council of the Borough of Fanwood held on Co-Captain Kelly Sretonovic Lady Devils Whip May 11, 2000. smashed a three-run home run and dropped and the runner safely This Ordinance shall take effect immedi- added a single, Rachel Seamon and reached first. Another infield error Minutemen, 26-5 ately after final passage and publication as Kristin Raimonde both tapped a loaded the bases but Goehry made a required by law. great diving snag of a grounder and Paige Corbett and Rachel Wagner Eleanor McGovern single and had two RBI. Borough Clerk flicked the ball to second for the both hammered two-run home runs 1 T – 5/18/00, The Times Fee: $ 18.36 PUBLIC NOTICE force out. to lead the Westfield High School softball team to a 26-5 whipping of SHERIFF’S SALE “Goehry made what I think was a PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, game-saving play,” commented Elizabeth in Westfield on May 10. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Raider Head Coach Brian Homm. “I Caitlin MacDonald, who held the DOCKET NO. F-6038-99. thought the ball was through and Lady Minutemen to four hits, picked Notice is hereby given that Ordinance IMC MORTGAGE COMPANY, A up her third win of the season. No. 00-04-R FLORIDA CORPORATION, AS SUCCES- there was no way that we were going AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SOR, PLAINTIFF vs. LUIS R. ARIAS AND to get an out. He also had the hot Peggy Doerr drilled a double and THE CODE OF THE BOROUGH MAYDA ARIAS, ET ALS, DEFENDANT. stick today. He came up big!” poked a single and junior Courtney OF FANWOOD ESTABLISH- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, In the seventh, Maroney yielded a Thornton thumped a triple. Katy ING SIDE SET BACK RE- DATED MARCH 24, 2000 FOR SALE OF Brunetto and Katie Richards each QUIREMENTS FOR ADDI- MORTGAGED PREMISES. single, recorded a strikeout and made TIONS, DECKS AND PATIOS another fine defensive play to elimi- had doubles for the Blue Devils who By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Pete Chemidlin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ATTACHED TO PRINCIPAL tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by nate the Cardinals. boosted their record to 9-7. SCHOLAR-ATHLETE…Raider softball pitcher Alicia Piniat, center, became BUILDINGS IN THE R-150 AND public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union “Kevin was throwing hard to- R-75 ZONES Elizabeth (10-7) 5 0 0 00 5 The Westfield Leader and The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood Scholar Athlete County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Westfield 8 (10) 4 4x 26 was passed and adopted on the second and Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY for the month of April. Sponsor Fred Chemidlin of Family Investors, right, and final reading at a Meeting of the Mayor and THE 31ST DAY OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two PUBLIC NOTICE Leader/Times Sports Editor Dave Corbin award Piniat with a special shirt. Council of the Borough of Fanwood held on o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE May 11, 2000. successful bidders must have 20% of their SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SHERIFF’S SALE This Ordinance shall take effect immedi- bid available in cash or certified check at the PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, ately after final passage and publication as conclusion of the sales. DOCKET NO. L-004380-95. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE UNION COUNTY BOARD required by law. The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- MARO REALTY, LLC., PLAINTIFF vs. DOCKET NO. F-5023-98. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS Eleanor McGovern DRED TWELVE THOUSAND NINETEEN VINCENT VIGLIOTTI, DEFENDANT. DELTA FUNDING CORPORTAION, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Borough Clerk & 24/100 ($212,019.24). CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, PLAINTIFF vs. JOSE VALDIVIEZO AND DOCKET NO. F-12135-99. Date Adopted: May 11, 2000 1 T – 5/18/00, The Times Fee: $19.89 REAL ESTATE TAX DISCLOSURE DATED JANUARY 18, 2000 FOR SALE LUCY VALDIVIEZO, HIS WIFE; RAUL BANKERS TRUST COMPANY OF Public Notice is hereby given that the There is a tax lien in the estimated sum of OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. IDROVO, ET ALS, DEFENDANT. CALIFORNIA, N.A. AS TRUSTEE, PLAIN- Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders PUBLIC NOTICE $11,500.00 as of April 4, 2000. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, TIFF vs. WILLIAM CLAVIJO AND ANDREA has awarded a contract without competitive CONCISE DESCRIPTION SHERIFF’S SALE tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by DATED MARCH 10, 2000 FOR SALE OF CLAVIJO, ET AL, DEFENDANT. bidding as a professional service or extraor- 1. Municipality: City of Elizabeth; SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union MORTGAGED PREMISES. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to 2. Tax Lot No. 15, Block No. 8; CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- DATED MARCH 8, 2000 FOR SALE OF N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and 3. Property Street Address: 543 Adams DOCKET NO. F-15272-99. Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by MORTGAGED PREMISES. the resolution authorizing it is available for Avenue; CHASE MANHATTAN BANK, PLAIN- THE 7TH DAY OF JUNE A.D., 2000 at two public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of 4. Dimensions: 100 feet x 46.75 feet. TIFF vs. MELBOURNE RICHARDS AND o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by the Board. Schedule A-5 IOLA RICHARDS A/K/A IOLA KENN, H/ successful bidders must have 20% of their Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union RESOLUTION NO.: 672-2000 All that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, W, DEFENDANT. bid available in cash or certified check at the THE 24TH DAY OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, AWARDED TO: The VINE Company, with the buildings and improvements thereon CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, conclusion of the sales. o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY 10401 Linn Station Road, Suite 200, Louis- erected, situate, lying and being in the City of DATED MARCH 7, 2000 FOR SALE OF The judgment amount is FORTY ONE successful bidders must have 20% of their THE 31ST DAY OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two ville, Kentucky. Elizabeth, County of Union, State of New MORTGAGED PREMISES. THOUSAND THREE-HUNDRED NINE- bid available in cash or certified check at the o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All SERVICES: For an automated call sys- Jersey: By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- TEEN & 71/100 ($41,319.71). conclusion of the sales. successful bidders must have 20% of their tem to notify crime victims of the release BEGINNING at a point in the southeast- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by All that certain lot, piece or parcel of land, The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- bid available in cash or certified check at the from custody of persons charged with or erly line of Adams Avenue at a point therein public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union with the buildings and improvements thereon DRED SEVEN THOUSAND ONE-HUN- conclusion of the sales. convicted of criminal offenses which notifi- distant 50 feet southwesterly measured along County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, erected, situate, lying and being in the City of DRED NINETY TWO & 84/100 The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED cation by the Prosecutor of the County is the aforesaid southeasterly line of Adams Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Elizabeth, County of Union and State of New ($207,192.84). ELEVEN THOUSAND FOUR-HUNDRED required by law. Avenue from its intersection with the south- THE 14TH OF JUNE A.D., 2000 at two Jersey: The property to be sold is located in the SEVENTEEN & 48/100 ($111,417.48). PERIOD: For the period of April 1, 2000 westerly line of Julia Street, thence (1) South o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Street: 144-152 Rahway Avenue. City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State City of Elizabeth, County of Union, State through March 31, 2001. 60 degrees 25 minutes East at right angles successful bidders must have 20% of their Nearest Cross Street: Pearl Street. of New Jersey. of New Jersey. COST: $2,600 per month, for a total con- to the said southeasterly line of Adams bid available in cash or certified check at the Tax Lot and Block No.: Block No.: Ward It is commonly known as 142 Orchard STREET ADDRESS: 452 First Avenue, tract amount not to exceed $31,200. Avenue 100 feet to a point; thence (2) South conclusion of the sales. #6, Lot No.: Acct. #931. Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey. Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208 M. Elizabeth Genievich 29 degrees 35 minutes West and parallel The judgment amount is EIGHTY THOU- Dimensions (Approx.): 46 x 66 x 36 x 192 It is known and designated as Block No. TAX LOT NO. 499, BLOCK NO. 5. Clerk of the Board with the southeasterly line of Adams Avenue SAND FOUR-HUNDRED SIXTY & 63/100 x 130 x 81 x 130 feet. 13, Lot No. 1064. DIMENSIONS: 106.58 feet x 25.00 feet x 1 T – 5/18/00, The Leader Fee: $26.01 distant 46.75 feet to a point, thence (3) North ($80,460.63). Status of Taxes as of January 26, 2000: The dimensions are 24 feet wide by 175 112.87 feet x 253.87 feet. 60 degrees 25 minutes West and parallel 1. Municipality: City of Elizabeth, Taxes have been paid through December feet long. NEAREST CROSS STREET: South 5th with the first course of this description a PUBLIC NOTICE County of Union and State of New 31, 1999. Taxes for first quarter of 2000 in Nearest cross street: Situate on the south- Street. distance of 100 feet to a point in the afore- Jersey; the amount of $4,834.55 are due and owning erly line of Orchard Street, 390.32 feet from As of April 4, 2000, there are unpaid UNION COUNTY BOARD said southeasterly line of Adams Avenue; 2. Mailing Address: 941 Flora Street, on February 1, 2000. the easterly line of Chilton Street. real estate taxes in the amount of OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS thence (4) North 29 degrees 35 minutes Elizabeth, New Jersey; As the above description does not consti- Prior lien(s): Subject to unpaid taxes and $4,243.72 which the successful pur- NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD East and along the southeasterly line of 3. Tax Lot and Block: Lot No. 766; tute a full legal description, said full legal municipal liens. Amount due will be an- chaser at the sale must pay upon taking Date Adopted: May 11, 2000 Adams Avenue 46.75 feet to the point or Block No. 8; description is set forth in that certain Deed nounced at the Sheriff’s Sale or is available title to the property. Public Notice is hereby given that the place of BEGINNING. 4. Dimensions: 100 x 25 x 100 x 25; recorded in the Office of the Register of upon written request to plaintiff’s attorneys. There is due approximately the sum of Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders BEING commonly known as 543 Adams 5. Number of Feet to Nearest Cross Union County in Deed Book 3457 at Page There is due approximately the sum of ONE-HUNDRED EIGHTEEN THOUSAND has awarded a contract without competitive Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey. Street: 275. 615 et seq., Elizabeth, New Jersey. TWO-HUNDRED EIGHTEEN THOU- THREE-HUNDRED SIXTY THREE & 90/ bidding as a professional service or extraor- There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of SAND FIVE-HUNDRED FOUR & 48/100 100 ($118,363.90) together with lawful in- dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to EIGHTY FIVE THOUSAND THREE-HUN- TWO-HUNDRED TWENTY THREE FORTY THREE THOUSAND EIGHT- ($218,504.48) together with lawful interest terest and costs. N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and DRED SIXTY & 98/100 ($85,360.98) to- THOUSAND ONE-HUNDRED FORTY HUNDRED TWENTY EIGHT & 27/100 and costs. There is a full legal description on file in the resolution authorizing it is available for gether with lawful interest and costs. SEVEN & 70/100 ($223,147.70) together ($43,828.27) together with lawful interest There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of There is a full legal description on file in with lawful interest and costs. and costs. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Board. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. RESOLUTION NO.: 639-2000 The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH AWARDED TO: Automatic Data Process- this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF ing Inc., P.O. Box 451 Parsippany, New RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. this sale. SHERIFF BUDD, LARNER, GROSS, Jersey. SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH STERN, LAVINTHAL, NORGAARD & ROSENBAUM, GREENBERG & SADE, SERVICES: To administer the County’s JAMES D. DONNELLY, Attorney SHERIFF SHERIFF KAPNICK, Attorneys Attorneys Unemployment Compensation Program. 1236 Brace Road, Suite C SALVATORE L. BORRELLI, Attorney FRIEDMAN & SIEGELBAUM, Attorneys Suite 300 Woodland Falls Corporate Park PERIOD: From May 1, 2000 through April P.O. Box 536 986 McBride Avenue Seven Becker Farm Road 293 Eisenhower Parkway 200 Lake Drive East, Suite 100 30, 2001. Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08003-0536 West Paterson, New Jersey 07424 Roseland, New Jersey 07068-1757 Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002-4805 COST: not to exceed $4,408.67. CH-755250 (WL) CH-755192 (WL) CH-755216 (WL) CH-755180 (WL) CH-755191 (WL) M. Elizabeth Genievich 4 T - 5/18, 5/25, 4 T - 5/4, 5/11, 4 T - 5/11, 5/18, 4 T - 4/27, 5/4, 4 T - 5/4, 5/11, Clerk of the Board 6/1 & 6/8/00 Fee: $169.32 5/18 & 5/25/00 Fee: $259.08 5/25 & 6/1/00 Fee: $204.00 5/11 & 5/18/00 Fee: $199.92 5/18 & 5/25/00 Fee: $193.80 1 T – 5/18/00, The Leader Fee: $21.93 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 18, 2000 Page 15 PETE CAGGIANO DRILLS RBI DOUBLE, RBI SINGLE Spartans Score Six in Third; Sink Highlander Boys, 7-5

By FRED LECOMTE bottom of the inning and Jason The Highlanders added a run in Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Guidicipietro walked but Ballister the third as Hansen scored on Pete Josh Morrison connected for a settled down and held the Highland- Caggiano’s double. Then G. L. made three-run homer in the top of the ers scoreless. it 6-5 in the bottom of the fourth as third to lead the (15-1) Immaculata The Spartans rumbled with six runs Guidicipietro walked, Frank Cavallo Spartans to a 7-5 baseball victory in the third. Brian Sadowski walked, singled and Mark Cantagallo smoked over Governor Livingston in Ber- JP Mahoney doubled to right then a RBI single into the gap. keley Heights on May 12. High- Morrison hammered his three-run The Spartans grabbed the final run lander Andrew Gropper allowed 11 homer over the left field fence. Dan in the sixth on a walk by Mahoney, a David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times single by Morrison and an RBI single VERY SERIOUS…Blue Devil Susan UPSIDE-DOWN WORLD…Raider Derrion Aberdeen sees things from a by Shea. Kevin Cust hit a shot to Hinds shows intensity as she soars different point of view as he glides over the high jump bar. Aberdeen won with deep center, but Guidicipietro 15’8.5” in the long jump. a height of 5’10”. snagged the ball for a big out. Gropper, whose pitching helped pull the Highlanders into a state play- off contender spot said, “I’m satis- Raiders Sweep Again; Lady Devils Take fied with my performance, they had good hitters, a few bad pitches hurt me, otherwise I feel happy.” McKissock, who was outstanding Second in Watchung Conference Track at third base, said, “We are a team that CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 bounces back strong no matter what. Recalling his immediate thoughts third in the shot put with a shove of Dixon at 4:35.9. Raider Andrew Elko We’re playing strong defense, mak- after winning, Williams said, “When 44’9.25” followed by Raiders Adam placed sixth at 4:39.1. ing the plays we have to. The short I came across the line, I put my arm Powers at 44’7.75” and Chris The Blue Devils 4x400 relay team fence in left made the difference. We up and thought about what my Feighner at 42’10”. picked up a second with a time of are very much alive, and I see our coaches have been saying to me.” Blue Devil Mike Sanocki crossed 3:29.4. Klastava placed second in team making a strong statement in the Williams did have to come from first in the 800 meters with a time of the 3,200 meters with a time of 9:52.8. upcoming state playoffs.” behind to win. “I felt real good Raider Bob Wallden took fifth at Highlander coach Bill Howard, in and I know that I hit my top speed 10:19.1 and Blue Devil Matt total agreement, said, “Our kids about halfway. I knew that I was Borchin finished sixth at 10:23.9. showed good effort and pride, they going to catch him. I just legged Cary grabbed fourth in the 110- Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times played well against a good team.” it out.” hurdles with a time of 15.7 and HIGHLANDER FIREBALLER…Junior pitching ace delivers a fastball in the Assistant coach Pete Gorski added, Giacone sizzled over the line Aberdeen took sixth at 17.1. game with the Immaculata Spartans on May 11. “By everyone doing one-ninth part to win the 100 meters with a time to the best of their ability will bring of 10.94. Raider Nathan Jones GIRLS TEAM SCORES: us closer to ultimate success. The came in third at 11.1 and team- 1. Scotch Plains-Fanwood hits while striking out three and Shea walked, Kevin Cust ripped an 156, 2. Westfield 138, 3. Cran- walking five. Spartan Dan Ballister RBI triple and Matt Lemke tapped role players will set the table.” mates Coles at 11.4 and Anthony Cary at 11.5 placed fifth and sixth, ford (C) 78, 4. Linden (L) 47, 5. yielded nine hits, struck out five an RBI single. Mike Cust singled Immaculata 006 001 0 7 Shabazz 8 and walked three. and Koken poked an RBI single. Gov Livingston 301 100 0 5 respectively. Although Immaculata dominated “I wanted to hit a 10.8,” said BOYS TEAM SCORES: in their first meeting, playing Gover- Giacone. “I felt good out of the 1. Scotch Plains-Fanwood nor Livingston is always cause for start but down the straightaway I 146, 2. Linden (L) 141, 3. Cran- concern according to coach Tom Blue Devils Score in 9th; Jolt got a little tight, especially the last ford (C) 104, 4. Westfield 57, 5. Gambino, “The score was 4-3 in the 50 yards. I really wanted to win.” Shabazz 10 fourth inning, then it broke open for Jones led the long jump crew OTHER NATIONAL BOYS us. After that game, they made a Johnson, 3-2, in UC Tourney with a fine leap of 22’.0”. Raider FIRSTS Derrion Aberdeen at 20’8.25” and David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times 400-meters: 1. Jeff Jasmin complete turn-around, winning most CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 of their games. They play with a lot Cary at 20’7” took third and SOARING…Raider Christina Hillman won (L) 49.5 of heart. Over the past five years we that was a perfect example of that.” baseman’s glove to start the ninth, fourth, respectively. Blue Devil the long jump with a distance of 16’1”. 1,600-meters: 1. Brian had 18 losses and five were against The Crusaders offered no offen- then Katy Brunetto put the Blue Rich Miller placed sixth at 19’6.5”. 1:59.0. Raiders Mike Dixon at 2:02.3 Styler (C) 4:29.4 sive threat until the fourth when Chris Devils ahead for good with an RBI Jones also placed third in the 400- 3,200-meters: 1. Styler (C) 9:48.3 the Highlanders in just 10 games. Nick Klastava at 2:07.5 placed third 4x400-meters: 1. (L) (Levoy Today we are playing to earn first Azoia and Burns singled with one double to right-center. hurdles with a time of 56.4 and and sixth, respectively. Sanocki also out, then Chrissy Ferrara wiggled an “Katy executed the hit-and-run Pierre, Angelo Margino, Ethaniel seed in the Parochial Conference.” Blue Devils Ryan Burke and Jason finished third in the 1,600 meters Sinclair and Jeff Jasmin) 3:27.1 The Highlanders have compiled RBI single over second. As Burns perfectly,” commented McFadden. Dreyer tied for sixth at 59.1. Aber- with a time of 4:35.5 followed by 110-hurdles: 1. Chapman (L) 106 runs in their past six games and attempted to score, she was gunned Leonardis added emphasis and deen ruled the high jump, clearing 14.2 took charge scoring three runs in the down at the plate by center fielder ended the Crusaders’ hopes in the 5’10” and teammate Mike Franzone Union County H. S. 400-hurdles: 1. Jasmin (L) 54.7 bottom of the first. Frank Cavallo Paige Corbett. MacDonald then bottom of the inning by performing a placed second also with a height of Shot put: 1. Bernard Suchocki reached first on an error and Mark fanned Ali Grill. magnificent, diving grab at second 5’10”. Baseball Tournament: (L) 54’2.5” MacDonald also wiggled out of a and made the throw to first to con- Blue Devil Josh Ray pulled an Javelin: 1. Angelo Margino (L) Cantagallo was hit by a pitch. Eric 162’4” Cantagallo rapped an RBI single then tough situation in the fifth. Beth clude the game. upset in the pole vault, soaring 11’6” MAY 3: Mulligan led off with a single and “My kids made the plays. They to defeat favored Raider Mike FIRST ROUND: NATIONAL GIRLS RESULTS Mark Cantagallo was awarded home Rahway 5, New Providence 1 on an interference call at the plate. Jess Smith walked, then both ad- executed when they had to,” said Grabel, who tied for second with 100-meters: 1. La’kel Chester vanced on a passed ball. Bearing McFadden. teammate Nick Cahill and Linden’s New Prov (8-4) 100 000 0 1 (C) 12.8 Pete Caggiano then blistered an RBI 200-meters: 1. Chester (C) 26.6 single. Alex Porozhyak with a height of Rahway (8-5) 020 030 x 5 MAY 6: 400-meters: 1. Chester (C) 59.9 Gropper struck out Mike Cust in 11’0”. Blue Devils Tim Kellman at 110-hurdles: 1. Amy Sura (L) 15.3 the second, then yielded a double to 10’0” and Joe Hubbard at 9’0” fin- Scotch Plains-Fanwood 12, West- Nick Koken who was later picked off ished fifth and sixth, respectively. field 6 on a nice heads-up play by third Raider Derek Brown heaved the Westfield 401 100 0 6 baseman John McKissock. discus 137’2” to grab first and team- Sc Plns-Fanwood 230 322 x 12 SOCCER SKILLS McKissock singled to left in the mates Steve Hextel at 123’2” and Plainfield 6, Linden 1 AND DRILLS INC. Aberdeen at 111’11” took third and Plainfield 000 500 1 6 Union County H. S. sixth, respectively. Brown also placed Linden (8-6) 001 000 0 1 Elizabeth 4, Brearley 1 PUBLIC NOTICE Softball Tournament: Union 1, Governor Livingston 0 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Dave Sangster threw a two-hitter Because A Left Foot Is A Terrible Thing To Waste MAY 6: ESTATE OF ELEANOR C. PHILLIPS, against the Highlanders and Jorge A YEAR ROUND SOCCER TUTORING FIRST ROUND: Deceased. Vidal had an RBI single for the third- Westfield 5, Summit 4 SCHOOL FOR ALL AGES, WE Pursuant to the order of JAMES S. seeded Farmers. Eric Cantagallo and SPECIALIZE IN THE DEVELOPMENT Summit 000 010 3 4 LaCORTE, Surrogate of the County of Union, Jon McKissock had the only hits for OF BALL CONTROL SKILLS. Westfield 010 003 1 5 made on the 12th day of MAY, A.D., 2000, upon the application of the undersigned, as the (12-10) Highlanders. MEMBERSHIP CLOSED Scotch Plains-Fanwood 7, Oak Executors of the estate of said deceased, Gov Livingston 000 000 0 0 WAITING LIST ONLY FOR Knoll 3 notice is hereby given to the creditors of said Union (9-6) 100 000 x 1 SPRING & SUMMER SESSIONS deceased to exhibit to the subscriber under Oak Knoll 000 300 0 3 oath or affirmation their claims and demands Cranford 12, Dayton 2 (908) 753-8240 Sc Plns-Fanwood 133 000 x 7 against the estate of said deceased within A. L. Johnson 11, Roselle Catholic 1 Tom Turnbull, Dir. Governor Livingston 4, Dayton 0 six months from the date of said order, or Gina Turturiello struck out six Bull- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times they will be forever barred from prosecuting Roselle Park 7, Summit 6 or recovering the same against the sub- 2000 RAIDER SOCCER CAMP dogs, walked one and allowed just INTO THIRD FOR A TRIPLE…Blue Devil Courtney Thornton slides safely MAY 13: into third as Crusader Christine Azoia makes a late tag. scriber. at Scotch Plains-Fanwood three hits. Jen Calabrese and Gina Thomas V. Cartwright Jr., QUARTERFINALS: Piccirillo each had an RBI for the Susan Cartwright Mattes and Scotch Plains-Fanwood 4, High School second-seeded (12-3) Highlanders. First Union National Bank Plainfield 0 Dir: Tom Breznitsky down at the right time, MacDonald A. L. Johnson fell to 11-5 while Executors Dayton 000 000 0 0 Rahway 15, Elizabeth 6 SPFHS Boy’s Varsity Soccer Coach Gov Livingston 100 120 x 4 struck out the next two batters, then Westfield improved to 11-7 and will Nichols, Thomson, Peek & Phelan, Richards snagged a line drive in vie with second-seeded Governor Attorneys The Indians shocked the top- in association with A. L. Johnson 7, Linden 0 right field. Livingston in the semifinals tomorrow 210 Orchard Street seeded Minutemen when Chris The Dutch Soccer Academy P.O. Box 2038 Petroski and Jesse Campanelli both Cranford 7, Kent Place 1 “I wasn’t thinking strikeout. I was night at Memorial Field in Linden. Westfield, New Jersey 07091 homered. SESSION I – July 10-14 Roselle Park 2, Union Catholic 0 thinking that I can’t walk them,” com- Westfield 002 000 001 3 1 T – 5/18/00, The Leader Fee: $22.95 Union 5, A. L. Johnson 4 G Registration mented MacDonald. “I knew that if A. L. Johnson 000 100 100 2 B Early MAY 13: Farmer Steve Andriola smashed a Discount they hit it my team was behind me and PUBLIC NOTICE O I QUARTERFINALS: they have been playing well all day.” PUBLIC NOTICE two-run homer in the bottom of the R Union 10, Elizabeth 0 SHERIFF’S SALE seventh. Y L Lady Minuteman Rayneesha With the pressure on, the Cru- SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, saders tied it in the seventh when Cranford 10, Roselle Park 1 S S Adams did it all pitching a two-hitter SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Jeremy White and Phil Matz had and getting four hits. Mulligan walked, Sarah Ciccotelli CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-18952-99. SESSION II – July 31-August 4 DOCKET NO. F-17106-99. CITIFINANCIAL MORTGAGE COM- three hits each and Angel Navarette Cranford 5, Scotch Plains- singled, Lindsey Carrick loaded thumped a three-run triple for the For Information , please call CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE PANY, PLAINTIFF vs. RACHEL V. FLOYD, (908) 322-6102 Fanwood 4 the bases on a fielder’s choice, CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. MAGDA DEFENDANT. second-seeded Cougars. The Cougars won this 11-inning then Erin Lannigan hit an RBI LAMA, DEFENDANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, drama when Lindsay Pfeiffer and sacrifice fly. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED MARCH 29, 2000 FOR SALE OF Lauren O’Connell singled, then The Crusaders survived a vicious DATED MARCH 20, 2000 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Pfeiffer sped to third on a sacrifice eighth inning assault when Paige MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- bunt and scored on an error. Raider By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Corbett singled and two fielder’s tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Katie Blom scored off Jen Doyle’s choice bunts loaded the bases with public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, groundout to tie it in the seventh. one out. But Burns recorded a County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Westfield 3, A. L. Johnson 2 Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY THE 31ST DAY OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two strikeout and ended the threat by THE 31ST DAY OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Governor Livingston 2, Roselle inducing a pop-out to first. o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All successful bidders must have 20% of their Park 1 Richards skid a shot under the first successful bidders must have 20% of their bid available in cash or certified check at the Meghan Butler scored the winning bid available in cash or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. run off an RBI groundout by Heather conclusion of the sales. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED McDonald. See it all on the web! The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED THREE THOUSAND EIGHT-HUNDRED TWENTY FIVE THOUSAND SIX-HUN- FORTY FIVE & 10/100 ($103,845.10). Roselle Park 000 010 0 1 DRED EIGHT & 16/100 ($125,608.16). COMMON STREET ADDRESS: 160 Gov Livingston 000 101 x 2 www.goleader.com Property to be sold is located in the CITY Catherine Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey. OF ELIZABETH, COUNTY OF UNION, TAX LOT AND BLOCK: Lot No. 149, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF NEW JERSEY. Block No. 9. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Premises commonly known as 507-509 DIMENSIONS: 23 feet wide x 100 feet UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD FULTON STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW deep. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS UNION COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS JERSEY 07206. NO. OF FEET TO NEAREST INTER- At a regular meeting of the Township OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 510, SECTION: 25 feet from William Street. Council of the Township of Scotch Plains NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD Date Adopted: May 11, 2000 Date Adopted: May 11, 2000 BLOCK NO. 3, on the official Tax Map of the UNPAID REAL ESTATE TAXES AND held on May 9, 2000 the following decision Date Adopted: May 11, 2000 Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the CITY OF ELIZABETH. OTHER MUNICIPAL CHARGES INCLUD- was rendered: Public Notice is hereby given that the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Dimensions: 50 feet x 5 feet x 50 feet x 28 ING WATER AND SEWER IN THE AP- Granted permission to the application for Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders has awarded a contract without competitive has awarded a contract without competitive feet x 100 feet x 33 feet. PROXIMATE AMOUNT OF: $3,900.00. a Special Use Permit for Manhattan Bagels, has awarded a contract without competitive bidding as a professional service or extraor- bidding as a professional service or extraor- Nearest Cross Street: FIFTH STREET. There is due approximately the sum of also known as 1742 East Second Street, bidding as a professional service or extraor- dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to There is due approximately the sum of ONE-HUNDRED NINE THOUSAND Block No. 1201, Lot No. 15, B-2 zone, for dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY TWO THOU- THREE-HUNDRED TWENTY FOUR & permission to have outdoor seating as noted N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(M). This contract and the resolution authorizing it is available for the resolution authorizing it is available for SAND FOUR-HUNDRED ELEVEN & 74/ 83/100 ($109,324.83) together with lawful on their application for the year 2000, sub- the resolution authorizing it is available for public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of 100 ($132,411.74) together with lawful in- interest and costs. ject to the following conditions: public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of the Board. the Board. terest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in 1. That the bales will not be located in the Board. RESOLUTION NO.: 649-2000 RESOLUTION NO.: 635-2000 There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. front of any doors that would allow for RESOLUTION NO.: 674-2000 AWARDED TO: Harbor Consultants, 320 AWARDED TO: Sherie Hinnant, 254 the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn ingress and egress from Manhattan (Amending Resolution No. 45-2000) North Avenue, East, Cranford, New Jersey. Dorer Avenue, Hillside, New Jersey. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. Bagels. AWARDED TO: Systemed (a Merck- SERVICES: To provide consultant ser- SERVICES: To provide weekend on-call this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH 2. The tables will not interfere with any Medco subsidiary), 100 Parsons Pond Drive, vices to assist the Union County Planning coverage to families in crisis to prevent RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF pedestrians walking along the side- Franklin Lakes, New Jersey 07417. Board and staff in the review of major site involvement with the Juvenile Justice Sys- SHERIFF FARR, BURKE, GAMBACORTA & walk in front of their store. SERVICES: For a prescription drug plan. plans pursuant to the municipal land use tem. FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, Attorneys WRIGHT, Attorneys 3. All of the tables and chairs will be PERIOD: For the period January 1, 2000 act. PERIOD: May 15, 2000 - December 31, Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza 211 Beningo Boulevard, Suite 201 removed and brought inside on a through December 31, 2000. COST: No expenses will be incurred by 2000. 216 Haddon Avenue P.O. Box 788 daily basis at the close of business COST: In an amount not to exceed the County. COST: Not to exceed $3,130. Westmont, New Jersey 08108 Bellmawr, New Jersey 08099-0788 for the remainder of the year 2000. $3,245,340. M. Elizabeth Genievich M. Elizabeth Genievich CH-755208 (WL) CH-755189 (WL) Barbara Riepe M. Elizabeth Genievich Clerk of the Board Clerk of the Board 4 T - 5/4, 5/11, 4 T - 5/4, 5/11, Township Clerk Clerk of the Board 1 T – 5/18/00, The Leader Fee: $22.44 1 T – 5/18/00, The Leader Fee: $22.95 5/18 & 5/25/00 Fee: $177.48 5/18 & 5/25/00 Fee: $179.52 1 T – 5/18/00, The Times Fee: $22.44 1 T – 5/18/00, The Leader Fee: $22.95 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 16 Thursday, May 18, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Union County Senior 50+ Softball League Results: Nilsen Detective Agency 15, Crest for Comcast. Doug Crawley, Jim Refrigeration 4 D’Arcy, Rich Fromkin, Alan Nilsen’s Bruce Bilotti continued Schachman and Karl Grossmann his hot hitting with three hits, Lou had two hits each for UNCB. Kruk had three hits, Al Theresa Antones Pub & Grill 24, The Office 11 had two, including a HR. Ron Ivory, Antones won the first encounter Phil Spinelli and Jerry Hettrick with the Cranford rival, led by Joe added two hits each. Tarulli’s two HR’s and four hits, Comcast Cablevision 4, Legg Ma- Mike Pender was 3-3, John Lyp, son 3 Gary Wiese and Jerry Faruolo had Bill Reichle had a run scoring triple three hits each and Rich Hyer added in the bottom of the seventh to a HR. Tom McNulty and Rich extend Comcast’s winning streak Rosner had three hits each, Ralph to four. Dom Deo and Charles Eisenberg, Dennis Kosowicz, Larry Lehman added two hits each and Rehak, Art Wesley had two hits Steve Mihansky got the win. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times each and Chip Weiss and John David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times MOST VALUABLE WRESTLER…Junior Gary Cousar, left, graciously ac- Union Center National Bank 17, Weiss had triples for The Office. BEING MUSCLED OUT…Members of the St. Bart’s Softball League temporarily cepts The Most Valuable Wrestler Award from Raider Head Coach Mike Rehabco 7 Nilsen Detective Agency 16, Marion get muscled out of their season opener by some determined young baseball players at Artigliere at a recent wrestling dinner at Scotch Hills Golf Course. Coach Karl Grossmann went 4-4, includ- Jacobson Roofing 12 Brookside Park in Scotch Plains on May 12. The game was eventually played. Artigliere also received some interesting gifts. ing a Grand Slam and a three-run Lenny Yennish had three hits, Jerry shot. Bob Renaud (2-3 with a HR), Hettrick, Brian McDermott, Phil Doug Crawley (3-3), Joe Spinelli and Lou Kruk added two Westfield 5th Graders Beat Raider Soccer Camp Teams Mitarotonda (3-4) and Rich hits each for Nilsen. Fromkin, Phil Scherzinger, Jim Antones Pub & Grill 25, Bottoms D’Arcy added two hits each for the Up 7 West Windsor Laxers, 7-3 Bankers. With Dutch Soccer Academy Antones bashed 27 hits and had Westfield Lacrosse Club’s 5th grade Westfield had four assists. The ninth annual Raider Soccer Camp, ing the game of soccer. The camp staff’s Comcast Cablevision 11, Union solid defense. Joe Tarulli and Bob Blue team improved their record to 3-1 Skyler Hookano scored the first goal held at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High professional attitude will give all par- Center National Bank 7 Matten both homered and Rich by defeating West Windsor, 7-3, on May off an assist from Joey Simone. Then School this summer, and the Dutch Soc- ticipants the total soccer experience: a Comcast Frank D’Amato had three Hyer went 4-4. 6. A strong performance by Goalie Ben Ryan Yarusi made it, 2-0, by dodging cer Academy, a full-time professional fun but competitive learning experience hits with two doubles, Ron Virgilio The Office 16, Rehabco 16 Thomas and solid defensive play by past the defense and scoring from close coaching school have joined forces to in a soccer environment based on the and Bob Canales rapped two hits In a game suspended after 7 in- Colin Sullivan, Matt Anzalone, Sean range in the first quarter. develop a coaching and training philoso- player’s ability level and commitment. each and Brian Williams homered nings due to darkness, Chip Weiss Palme, Jack Trimble, Christian Thomsen Thomas Sheridan drew two defenders phy called Select Soccer, which is based The Dutch Soccer Academy is under was 3-3 with a Grand Slam and a and John Brockway stymied West and passed to Jimmy Thayer who put the on European and American methods of the direction of Roger Bongaerts, who game tying HR in the 7th eight RBI. Windsor, holding them to one goal in the ball in the back of the net. Russell Miller coaching. will serve as co-director of the camp Scotch Hills Women Tom McNulty had three hits and first half and two goals in the second. scored off a feed from Will Harbaugh The camp will provide a unique soc- along with Coach Breznitsky. Bongaerts, Dennis Kosowicz and Larry Rehak Hard work and aggressive play by then scored a again before the half after cer environment in which players aspire a native of the Netherlands and former Tell Golf Results had two hits each for The Office. midfielders Zach Sproull, Steve Heine, a feed delivered from behind the cage by to learn and gain confidence while play- professional soccer player, holds a Dutch A spokeswoman for the Scotch Hills This game will be resumed. Derek Anderson, Andrew Gately and Rick Sheridan. Yarusi scored two more goals KNVB UB. license and a USSF coach- Women’s Golf Association of Scotch Passananti helped Westfield gain control in the second half to finalize Westfield’s Plains announced the winning teams of Bottoms Up 23, Marion Jacobson of most ground balls and face-offs, force scoring. ing license. He has served as an interna- Roofing 14 Local High School tional talent scout for Fortuna Sittard of the “One Best Ball of Four” tourna- turnovers and create offensive scoring Westfield 5 2 7 the Dutch Premier Division. ment held on May 9. 50+ Division 1: opportunities. Aside from the seven goals, East Brunswick 1 2 3 Coach “Brez” is the head boys soccer FIRST PLACE: (As of May 12) Golf Results: coach at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Barbara Laguna, Kathleen TEAM W L Comcast Cablevision 5 0 MAY 9: School. He has developed Raider soccer Sjonell, JoAnn Voci (23) SP-F Soccer Lady Jazz Tie into one of the finest high school pro- Antones Pug & Grill 5 0 Westfield 172, Watchung Hills 179 SECOND PLACE: Nilsen Detective Agency 4 0 grams in the nation. In the 25 years that 4-Way Tie (26): Union Center Nat. Bank 3 2 (At Echo Lake, par 36) Breznitsky has coached the Raiders, he The Blue Devils had a battle with Charleen Szenyi, Olga Rose, Mar- Bottoms Up 1 3 Parsippany Pumas, 2-2 has compiled an impressive 406-100-26 garet Hickey, Carol Nichols the Warriors and got a fine perfor- record and is ranked among the top five 50+ Division 2: The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Jazz girls battled back. Jess Churgin and Katie mance from senior Jeff Weber who winningest high school soccer coaches Janice Lawyer, Marion Branditz, TEAM W L inter-city soccer team battled the Van Haasteren combined to stop a Nettie Maguire, Dolores Jennings Marion Jacobson Roofing 1 3 led the field with a 40. Josh Rogers in the state. Among his accomplish- Crest Refrigeration 1 3 Parsippany Pumas to a 2-2 tie in Parsippany rush. Van Haasteren sent the shot a 42, Brent Bramnick fired a 44 ments are: New Jersey State Coach of Llewyellen Fisher, Alice Callahan, Legg Mason 0 2 Parsippany on May 14. ball up to the right wing were Lindsey and Brian Mann had a 46. Westfield the Year in l985, Otto Haas Memorial Sophia Hildebrand, Phyllis Rehabco 0 3 The Jazz fell behind 1-0 early in the Fitzgerald took control and brought the improved to 15-1. Coach of the Year in 1986 and Region 1 Coumbe The Office 0 4 first half when Parsippany scored on a ball up the right sideline. Coach of the Year by the National Fed- 60+ Division: direct free kick from 25 yards out. But Fitzgerald then crossed into the middle Scotch Plains-Fanwood 169, St. eration of Interscholastic coaches Asso- Alice Kehler, Rosemary DeWitt, the Jazz fought back in the waning min- to Jess McGarry who blasted a shot that Alice Yorks TEAM W L Peter’s Prep 203 ciation, receiving its Distinguished Ser- Mangel’s Realtors 1 0 utes of the half after Maddie Wasser was knocked away by the goalie. Fitzgerald (At Shackamaxon, par 36) vice Award in 1995. Low Putts: 14 - Rose Il Giordino 1 0 made a nice save and punted the ball to charged in from the side and crashed into Raider Steve Busch took top hon- Nickie Kelly, a four-time All-Ameri- Chip Ins: Kathy Blatt, BJ Morgan, L. A. Law 0 0 mid field. At that point Briana Falco a Puma defender. The ball came loose and ors with a 41 and Brian Muller shot can from Georgian Court College who Sjonell, Linda Moncur Pioneer Transport 0 1 lined a perfect pass all the way across to Fitzgerald ripped a shot through the goal plays professionally for the Jersey Stal- Haven Savings Bank 0 1 Loni Kaye. Kaye faked out one Puma box that ricocheted off a Parsippany player a 42 while Louis Schultz and Steve lions, will head up the Lady Raiders pro- Lowen both had a 43. The Raiders defender, dribbled in on goal and fired in and into the net for the tie. gram. It will be geared to provide a soccer the tying goal. A final shot by a Parsippany player improved to 12-2 environment in which girls not only learn, SPF Soccer Sideliners Tie The Pumas went ahead 2-1 early in the was gobbled up by Jazz goalkeeper MAY 10: but also gain confidence while playing. second half but once again the Jazz Lauren Mains ending the game. Scotch Plains-Fanwood 171, Eliza- Two sessions will be held at Scotch beth 213 Plains-Fanwood High School – July 10- Watchung Hills Rangers Specialized Hospital 14 and July 31-August 4. The camp is SPF Braves Bounce (At Scotch Hills, par 33) open to boys and girls in grades K-11. The Sideliners of the Scotch Plains- As the fourth quarter started, Angelo Annual Golf Outing Raider Jim McClintock led the Players are grouped by ability level and Fanwood Intercity U9 division dead- Cerimele took a shot that the Ranger field with a 39. Doug Gillie shot a 43, range, beginner to advanced. Along with locked the Watchung Hills Rangers, 3-3, goalie blocked. When he failed to cover Sponsorship opportunities and golfer SPF Brewers, 8-5 Andrew Schwartz fired a 44 and Tim a separate goalkeepers program. on Mother’s Day. Outstanding play by up on the ball, Joseph Del Prete seized registration have been announced for Gander had a 45. For more information and a free bro- keeper Michael Scannell in the first half the opportunity and pounced on it for the the Eighth Annual Children’s Special- The Braves of the Scotch Plains- chure, please call Coach Breznitsky at kept the Sideliners in the game. leading score. With less than a minute to ized Hospital - Ocean Golf Classic Fanwood Youth Baseball Association (908) 322-6102. The Rangers came out smoking as play, the Rangers tied the score on a conducted by the CSH Foundation. Junior Division baseball team notched PUBLIC NOTICE they took a 2-0 halftime lead but the perfect pass and shot. The annual outing, which includes their first win of the season by beating a PUBLIC NOTICE Sideliners responded with fury in the Greg Bencivengo and Steven Young lunch and dinner, is scheduled Mon- very able Brewers team, 8-5, on May 13. SHERIFF’S SALE day, June 12, at the Shore Oaks Golf Both teams did an outstanding job at the SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, second half. Danny Gore took a pass helped form a solid defensive unit that UNION COUNTY BOARD Club in Farmingdale. Co-chairmen of CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, from Scannell and cut the Ranger lead to continually broke up several Ranger scor- plate, on the mound and in the field. OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS DOCKET NO. F-10029-99. ing threats. Lester Nare, Brendan this year’s golf outing are Pravin Patel, The Braves jumped out in front in the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD 2-1. Minutes later Scannell, now play- OCWEN FINANCIAL SERVICES, Pravin H. Patel Associates, Toms River, first inning as they batted around and Date Adopted: May 11, 2000 ing forward, tied the score on a perfect McEvoy, Patrick Clancy and Ellis all did PLAINTIFF vs. RUDY LAVANTURE AND and Rich Longo, Allied Beverage scored six times. However, the Brewers Public Notice is hereby given that the pass from Josef Ellis. Meanwhile, An- a excellent job pressuring the Ranger MRS. RUDY LAVANTURE, HIS WIFE, Group, Toms River. Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders drew Smith was pitching a shutout in goal and keeping the ball in the Ranger fought back with a run in the first, two DEFENDANT. has awarded a contract without competitive territory. Proceeds from the Golf Classic will more in the fourth and another two in the CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, goal for the Sideliners. bidding as a professional service or extraor- benefit Children’s Specialized Hospi- fifth inning. DATED MARCH 31, 2000 FOR SALE OF Watchung Hills 2 1 3 dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to tal-Ocean in Toms River. Sponsorship James Wheeler started on the mound MORTGAGED PREMISES. SPF Sideliners 0 3 3 N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and PUBLIC NOTICE opportunities and golfer registration By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- for the Braves and turned in a stellar the resolution authorizing it is available for tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by UNION COUNTY BOARD Information may be obtained by call- performance registering eight strikeouts public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of PUBLIC NOTICE public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS ing Sheila Pisano at (732) 797-3801. in three innings. Jorge Cruz went the the Board. County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD UNION COUNTY BOARD final two innings for the Braves and RESOLUTION NO.: 648-2000 Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Date Adopted: May 11, 2000 OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS (Amending Resolution No. 1250-99) PUBLIC NOTICE notched five K’s. Joe Sette and Andrew THE 14TH OF JUNE A.D., 2000 at two Public Notice is hereby given that the NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD AWARDED TO: Edward V. Kolling, PP, Barry shared the duties behind the plate o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Date Adopted: May 11, 2000 UNION COUNTY BOARD AICP, CLA, 208 Commerce Place, Eliza- and each turned in a very solid job. successful bidders must have 20% of their has awarded a contract without competitive Public Notice is hereby given that the OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS beth, New Jersey. Offensively for the Braves, Sette had bid available in cash or certified check at the bidding as a professional service or extraor- Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD SERVICES: For the coordination of the an RBI double. Paul Longson had two conclusion of the sales. dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to has awarded a contract without competitive Date Adopted: May 11, 2000 County’s involvement with the State’s De- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and bidding as a professional service or extraor- Public Notice is hereby given that the RBI while Danny Michalak, Matt Tenzer, velopment and Redevelopment Plan and THIRTY FIVE THOUSAND FOUR-HUN- the resolution authorizing it is available for dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Sean Dolgin, Chris DeCarlo, and Cruz all extending the contract period through De- DRED FORTY FOUR & 63/100 public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and has awarded a contract without competitive drove in one run apiece. Wheeler scored cember 31, 2000. ($135,444.63). the Board. the resolution authorizing it is available for bidding as a professional service or extraor- COST: (no additional money requested). two runs for the victors while Joseph Del SCHEDULE “A” RESOLUTION NO.: 645-2000 public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to M. Elizabeth Genievich Prete, Connor Viglianti, Sette, DeCarlo, All that certain tract or parcel of land and AWARDED TO: Michael Zemsky, AIA, the Board. N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and Clerk of the Board Longson and Cruz all scored single runs. premises situate, lying and being in the 115 New Street, Westfield, New Jersey. RESOLUTION NO.: 644-2000 the resolution authorizing it is available for 1 T – 5/18/00, The Leader Fee: $23.46 CITY OF ELIZABETH, County of UNION SERVICES: For preliminary design, de- (Amending Resolution No. 222-2000) public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of and State of New Jersey. sign development, construction documents, AWARDED TO: Kean University, Dr. Dula the Board. PUBLIC NOTICE Also known as Tax Lot No. 658 f/k/a 60 in PUBLIC NOTICE bid packages, site observation and close- Pacquiano, Director of Transcultural Nurs- RESOLUTION NO.: 643-2000 Block No. 2 f/k/a 62 on the Tax Assessment ing Institute and Graduate Program, De- AWARDED TO: T&M Associates, Eleven SHERIFF’S SALE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS out for the conversion of the former ARU at map of the CITY OF ELIZABETH, NEW Runnells Specialized Hospital into a closed partment of Nursing, 1000 Morris Avenue, Tindall Road, Middletown, New Jersey. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT JERSEY 07206. adult acute psychiatric service thereby meet- Union, New Jersey. SERVICES: To provide professional ser- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, More commonly known as 104 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on ing all applicable standards of the NJDHSS, SERVICES: To provide cultural consulta- vices for the study of the proposed PGO - DOCKET NO. F-12915-99. LIVINGSTON STREET, ELIZABETH, JUNE 8, 2000 (changed from June 1st) at and for the design of a prefabricated storage tion to Runnells Specialized Hospital. practice area at Galloping Hill Golf course. FIRST NATIONWIDE MORTGAGE NEW JERSEY 07206. 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building, 430 building for hospital supplies. PERIOD: from 4/1/00 through 9/30/00. COST: in the amount of $7,500. CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. All that certain tract or parcel of land and Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, COST: not to exceed $131,000. COST: In an additional amount of $11,500 M. Elizabeth Genievich FRANCES LLOYD; IZETTA LLOYD, DE- premises situate, lying and being in the the Scotch Plains Zoning Board of Adjust- M. Elizabeth Genievich for a new contract amount not to exceed Clerk of the Board FENDANT. CITY OF ELIZABETH, County of UNION ment will hold a public hearing to consider Clerk of the Board $12,500. 1 T – 5/18/00, The Leader Fee: $20.40 CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, and State of New Jersey, being more par- the following appeal: 1 T – 5/18/00, The Leader Fee: $24.99 M. Elizabeth Genievich DATED FEBRUARY 15, 2000 FOR SALE ticularly described as follows: NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS, INC. for Clerk of the Board PUBLIC NOTICE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. BEING known and designated as Lot the following variances in order to allow the PUBLIC NOTICE 1 T – 5/18/00, The Leader Fee: $24.99 By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- No. 60 in Block No. 62 as shown installation of panel antennas onto an exist- SHERIFF’S SALE tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by on a certain map entitled “Map of ing PSE&G tower and the installation of an UNION COUNTY BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union The New Manufacturing Town of unmanned equipment cabinet at the prop- OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Elizabethport, New Jersey” which erty located at 1550 COOPER ROAD (AT NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD SHERIFF’S SALE DOCKET NO. F-17944-98. Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY map was filed in the Union County JAMES COURT) (BLOCK NO. 12101, LOT Date Adopted: May 11, 2000 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, PENN FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK, A THE 7TH DAY OF JUNE A.D., 2000 at two Register’s Office on February 21, NO. 6), Scotch Plains: Public Notice is hereby given that the CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, USA CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All 1913 as Map No. 37-C. Use Variance pursuant to Section 23- Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders DOCKET NO. F-14895-98. JOAO COUCEIRO AND FATIMA successful bidders must have 20% of their BEGINNING at a point in the southwest- 3.5c of the Zoning Ordinance whereby tele- has awarded a contract without competitive FIRST UNION NATIONAL BANK, AS ESTRAFALHOTE, ETALS, DEFENDANT. bid available in cash or certified check at the erly sideline of Livingston Street, formerly communications antennas do not fall under bidding as a professional service or extraor- CUSTODIAN;, PLAINTIFF vs. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, conclusion of the sales. known as Washington Street, (60 feet wide) permitted public utility uses; dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to ADOLPHUS, LTD., A NEW YORK COR- DATED FEBRUARY 18, 2000 FOR SALE The judgment amount is NINETY TWO said point being distant 50.00 feet north- Use Variance pursuant to Section 23- N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and PORATION, ETALS., DEFENDANT. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. THOUSAND EIGHTY EIGHT & 36/100 westerly from the intersection of the same 3.4A. Para. A. Col. 13 of the Zoning Ordi- the resolution authorizing it is available for CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- ($92,088.36). with the northwesterly sideline of First Street nance whereby the maximum height allowed public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of DATED FEBRUARY 18, 2000 FOR SALE tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by The property to be sold is located in the (60 feet wide) and running; thence is thirty-five (35) feet, existing and proposed the Board. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State 1) South 54 degrees 33’ West, 100.00 height: 115 feet; and RESOLUTION NO.: 638-2000 By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, of New Jersey. feet to a point; thence A bulk variance pursuant to Section 23- AWARDED TO: Jessica Chao, 221 tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY It is commonly known as 831-833 Martin 2) North 35 degrees 27’ West, 25.00 feet 2.3o of the Zoning Ordinance whereby maxi- Avondale Road, Ridgewood, New Jersey. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union THE 7TH DAY OF JUNE A.D., 2000 at two Street (a/k/a 831 Martin Street), Elizabeth, to a point; thence mum fence height allowed is six (6) feet; SERVICES: To design, monitor and cre- County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All New Jersey. 3) North 54 degrees 33’ East 100.00 feet proposed eight (8) feet. ate a comprehensive cultural plan for the Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY successful bidders must have 20% of their It is known and designated as Block No. 7, to a point on the southerly sideline of JOSEPH and MICHELE D’ANNUNZIO County of Union. THE 14TH OF JUNE A.D., 2000 at two bid available in cash or certified check at the Lot No. 886. Livingston Street; thence for permission to construct a 612-square- COST: not to exceed $30,000. o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All conclusion of the sales. The dimensions are approximately 27 feet 4) Along the same, South 35 degrees 27’ foot cabana/pool house at the property lo- M. Elizabeth Genievich successful bidders must have 20% of their The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- wide by 110 feet long. East, 25.00 feet to the point and place of cated at 1540 COOPER ROAD (BLOCK Clerk of the Board bid available in cash or certified check at the DRED ELEVEN THOUSAND FOUR-HUN- Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the north- BEGINNING. NO. 12101, LOTS NO. 8 & 8.01), Scotch 1 T – 5/18/00, The Leader Fee: $20.40 conclusion of the sales. DRED SIXTY ONE & 09/100 ($211,461.09). easterly line of Martin Street, 8.44 feet from FOR INFORMATION ONLY: Being Plains, which requires a Variance from the The judgment amount is THIRTEEN The property to be sold is located in the the northwesterly line of Bank Street. known as Lot No. 658 in Block No. 2 (for- following section of the Zoning Ordinance: PUBLIC NOTICE THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED FIFTY City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State Prior line(s): None. merly known as Lot No. 60 in Block No. 62) Section 23-3.5b4 which states that “sec- SEVEN & 01/100 ($13,557.01). of New Jersey. Commonly known as 37 SUBJECT TO UNPAID TAXES AND on the Current Tax Assessment Map of the ondary structures customarily associated UNION COUNTY BOARD Schedule A Florida Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey. Tax OTHER MUNICIPAL ASSESSMENTS, above municipality. with a swimming pool on the premises shall OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS County of Union. Lot No. 2, Block No. 5. Dimensions of Lot: AMOUNT DUE IS AVAILABLE IN THE BEING commonly known as 104 not exceed 200 square feet...” NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD State of New Jersey. (Approximately) 33 feet wide by 100 feet SHERIFF’S OFFICE OR FROM LIVINGSTON STREET, ELIZABETH, GUY CELENTANO for permission to re- Date Adopted: May 11, 2000 City of Elizabeth. long. Nearest cross street: Situate at the PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEYS UPON WRIT- NEW JERSEY. tain a third dwelling unit above the garage at Public Notice is hereby given that the BLOCK NO. 11, LOT NO. 890. intersection of the northerly line of Florida TEN REQUEST TO PLAINTIFF’S ATTOR- There is due approximately the sum of the property located at 403 FOREST ROAD Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders 844 Newark Avenue. Street with the westerly line of Merritt Street. NEYS. ONE-HUNDRED FORTY TWO THOU- (BLOCK NO. 1502, LOT NO. 8), Scotch has awarded a contract without competitive Elizabeth, New Jersey. There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of SAND NINE-HUNDRED SEVENTY NINE Plains, which requires a Use Variance from bidding as a professional service or extraor- There is due approximately the sum of TWO-HUNDRED TWENTY THREE NINETY NINE THOUSAND FIFTY & 16/ & 13/100 ($142,979.13) together with lawful the following section of the Zoning Ordi- dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to FOURTEEN THOUSAND ONE-HUN- THOUSAND THREE-HUNDRED FORTY 100 ($99,050.16) together with lawful inter- interest and costs. nance: N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and DRED ELEVEN & 40/100 ($14,111.40) to- TWO & 65/100 ($223,342.65) together with est and costs. There is a full legal description on file in Section 23-3.8a.1 which prohibits multi- the resolution authorizing it is available for gether with lawful interest and costs. lawful interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. family dwellings in the R-3A Zone. public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn All interested persons may be present and the Board. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. be heard. RESOLUTION NO.: 656-2000 The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH The file pertaining to this application is in AWARDED TO: Dr. Stephen Parker, 331 this sale. this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjust- Chestnut Street, Roselle Park, New Jersey. RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, ment, 430 Park Avenue, 2nd Floor, Scotch SERVICES: To provide physical exami- SHERIFF SHERIFF STERN, LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, Attorneys Plains, and is available for public inspection nations to Sheriff’s Officer candidates as DONALD E. WILLIAMS Penn Federal Savings Bank NORGAARD & KAPNICK, Attorneys Suite 201 during regular office hours. part of their screening process from Janu- A Professional Corporation Legal Department Suite 300 7 Century Drive Linda M. Lies ary 1, 2000 through December 31, 2000. 101 Farnsworth Avenue 622 Eagle Rock Avenue 293 Eisenhower Parkway Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Secretary to the COST: Not to exceed $4,000, Bordentown, New Jersey 08505 West Orange, New Jersey 07052-2989 Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 CH-755232 (WL) Zoning Board of Adjustment M. Elizabeth Genievich CH-755247 (WL) CH-755227 (WL) CH-755219 (WL) 4 T - 5/18, 5/25, Township of Scotch Plains Clerk of the Board 4 T - 5/18, 5/25, 4 T - 5/11, 5/18, 4 T - 5/11, 5/18, 6/1 & 6/8/00 Fee: $306.00 1 T – 5/18/00, The Times Fee: $52.02 1 T – 5/18/00, The Leader Fee: $21.42 6/1 & 6/8/00 Fee: $159.12 5/25 & 6/1/00 Fee: $171.36 5/25 & 6/1/00 Fee: $206.04 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 18, 2000 Page 17 Customer Service Survey Local Mothers Share Their Sense of Pride By NJ Transit Analyzed After March in Washington to End Gun Violence By DEBORAH MADISON tomer satisfaction was also shown Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times for announcements on the trains. By KIM KINTER train that had 1,000 reserved seats ington was subdued, as many tried to screaming. But when I realized I WESTFIELD — Representatives Customer satisfaction for seat AND MAUREEN CLARKE Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times and started in Newark, with stops rest and relax. But on the way back to wasn’t alone — that I was part of the from the Raritan Valley Rail Coali- availability, however, declined from made in MetroPark and Princeton. New Jersey at the end of the day, she largest force ever to come up against tion met with several NJ Transit 84 percent in 1994 to 64 percent in WESTFIELD – Of the more than Traveling on the bus which left noted, “a lot of people were pumped” the NRA, it gave me courage. I don’t Directors on Monday to discuss the 1999, according to the survey. Mr. 700,000 who attended the Mother’s from Westfield High School, Mrs. – busily talking and writing post- consider myself a political person, Day Million Mom March in Wash- DeSantis said the trip down to Wash- cards to their state and United States but I do feel strongly that guns don’t results of a rail-wide customer ser- Clark attributed this decline to in- ington, D.C., on Sunday, hundreds vice survey completed in June of creased ridership in recent years. were from Westfield, Scotch Plains, 1999, as well as to hear an update “NJ Transit is limited by a finite and Fanwood. on rail line improvements. number of tunnels into the train They came by bus, train and car to Stephen Clark, NJ Transit’s Se- stations,” explained Ms. Sarles. join a national demonstration to end nior Director of Management, En- They are trying their best to tweak gun violence through stricter enforce- gineering and Administration, pre- the schedules in order to improve ment of existing gun laws, as well as sented the latest results from NJ seat availability within those limi- new, tighter legislation. Transit’s “Customer First” Survey tations,” Ms. Sarles said. “The fact Julia DeSantis, a Westfield mother of four, organized local participation focused on customer concerns and that seat availability has become an in the Westfield and the Scotch Plains improvements to the rail system. issue is evidence that more people and Fanwood areas. Of chief concern to rail commut- are using the system.” She said Monday that about 125 ers have been the communication The survey will be repeated in people from Westfield, Scotch Plains problems that have plagued New- the fall of 2000 and a bus rider and Fanwood traveled to Washing- ark and New York Penn Station for survey will be done in the spring of ton in three buses for the day-long a number of years. Mr. Clark re- 2001. event. The buses left about 6:45 a.m. ported that according to the survey, James McKenna, Director of NJ Sunday morning and returned that customer satisfaction with public Transit’s Office of Community Re- night at about 8:30 p.m. announcements at several major rail lations presented an update on sta- Mrs. DeSantis revealed that “scores” of people from the area stations were up from 44 percent in tion and service improvements. The went to the nation’s capitol on their the 1994 survey to 61 percent in the same platform transfer initiative, own, either by train or car, to join the 1999 survey. one of the main goals of the Raritan rally. In addition, the United Jewish Public Information Officer for Valley Rail Coalition, is gaining Federation of MetroWest chartered a the Raritan Valley Rail Coalition, momentum and is in the process of Kate Sarles, attributed this change being evaluated. to numerous improvements that NJ The decision of whether to build Transit has made to the Newark another track east of Newark Penn Penn Station and New York Penn Station that will allow a same plat- Station’s announcement system in form transfer into New York will be recent years. made this summer. Maureen Clarke for The Westfield Leader and The Times A similar improvement in cus- Ms. Sarles also reported that the MILLION MOM MARCH ACTIVITIES…Pictured above, local participants in the Raritan Valley Rail Coaliton has Mother’s Day rally in Washington, D.C. for stricter gun legislation and gun safety gather together before the bus leaves from Westfield High School at about 6:45 a.m. Welcome Wagon Plans received a $4,000 grant to establish last Sunday. Pictured left, Westfield participants from left, Molly Adams and Phyllis a customer-interactive Web site, Binder, listen to speeches given during the day-long Million Mom March. which will improve its ability to Tag Sale for May 20 representatives. belong in our society.” WESTFIELD — The Welcome communicate with and represent “Many of us were not politically Rosemarie Dazzo, Westfield: Wagon Club of Westfield will spon- the needs of commuters. involved before this,” she said. “We “The speeches were inspirational. sor a tag sale on Saturday, May 20, The Raritan Valley Rail Coali- left with a very positive attitude; We all got so teary, listening to the from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 164 Watson tion, formed in 1997, is an organi- something can be done. It (the march) stories of the pain these families Road in Fanwood. zation of Government officials, shouldn’t be looked at as if it (the went through. That kind of pain will The rain date will be Sunday, community-based interest groups, fight for gun safety) is over.” never go away. I became involved May 21, from noon to 4 p.m. Pro- rail commuters and business repre- Mrs. DeSantis pointed that a simi- with this movement after reading ceeds from the sale will be donated sentatives who are concerned with lar gun safety rally will be held in about a local 15-year-old who brought Trenton June 8. a gun to school. As a grandmother, I to the Children’s Hospital Founda- safety and service on the Raritan Valley Line. Meetings are held six Maureen Clarke, a Westfield feel this is just too much, too close to tion Pediatric Cardiac ICU in mother of a seven-year-old, was home. This march gives me hope memory of Andrew TenHagen and times a year at either the Westfield among those who took a bus ride that things will change — especially the Newark Beth Israel PKU Asso- Municipal Building or the Somerset down to join the demonstration. She when November comes.” ciation. County Administration building. had picked up a flyer at the Westfield Teri Gerson, Westfield: “There The club will sell children’s toys, Meetings are open to the public. Memorial Library in the fall regard- were so many powerful people at the baby items, clothes, furniture, mis- PUBLIC NOTICE ing the march and became inter- rally — on the stage, in the crowd, on cellaneous household items and ested. our bus — it was incredible. We are TOWN OF WESTFIELD During the journey, fellow partici- so much more powerful than we ever other wares. PLANNING BOARD A non-profit organization, the pants shared the following comments thought we could be. I think the NRA Notice is hereby given that the Westfield with Ms. Clarke about their experi- and Congress will have to realize Welcome Wagon Club provides a Planning Board at its meeting on May 15, ences that day. that we’ll stop at nothing to keep our variety of daytime and evening ac- 2000 memorialized the following Board ac- children safe. They don’t know who tivities for area women and their tion of April 3, 2000 re: * * * * * 00-3(V) TOBY TWO REALTY, Phyllis Binder, Westfield: “It was they’re messing with.” families who are looking to meet LLC, 128 SCOTCH PLAINS a very peaceful rally. There was only JoAnn Halliburton, Westfield: “It others in the community. AVENUE, BLOCK NO. 2818, was an extremely uplifting demon- LOT NO. 6, SEEKING MINOR one frightening moment — on our For further information, please SUBDIVISION WITH VARI- way back to the bus, we had to walk stration, and very peaceful. 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I think we helped have not changed their loyalty from Consignment and Thrift Store Guide: An International Guide to the MOUNTAINSIDE — The Master at the Hotline Table, or purchase a show younger kids that you can make big business and special interests to Gardener Association of Union Rutgers Soil test kit to learn how to World’s Best Consignment, Thrift and Secondhand Stores,” will a change, a big change, without vio- the will of the majority, they will be discuss bargain shopping on Thursday, May 18, at 7:30 p.m. at the County will hold its 11th Annual balance their soil for a perfect lawn, lence. The march made me proud to history.” Spring Gar- healthy be an American — and a mom.” Eileen Armento, Westfield: “I was Westfield Memorial Library. den Fair this shrubs or a Molly Adams, Westfield: “Lis- very touched by the stories of moth- Ms. Schneider will explain the differences between consignment Sunday, bumper tening to the intimate stories of people ers who lost their children to gun and thrift shopping, bargain hunting techniques and requirements May 21, crop of whose lives have been torn apart by violence. It was unbelievably mov- from noon blooms or for selling items at a profit. She will also display samples of her best gun violence — it made me deter- ing. I think things will begin to change bargains. to 5 p.m. at produce. mined to stay involved with this is- now, because there’s simply no other Trailside Home- sue. There certainly weren’t any sea- choice. Enough is enough. Today, on To register, please visit the library or call (908) 789-4090. A valid Nature and made re- soned political veterans on our bus this bus, we all feel like we’re part of Westfield Library card is required to attend. The library is located at Science freshments — just moms. During the ride home, history being made.” 550 East Broad Street. Center on will be it was inspiring to see these mothers Coles Av- available in and grandmothers writing cards and PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE enue in the bake letters to their congressmen. You Mountainside. sale area could tell that many of them had BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Admission and hand- The Bond Ordinance published herewith, Ordinance 99-05-S, has been finally adopted on May 11, 2000 by the Borough Council of the A DAY AT THE FAIR…Union County Master Gar- never done such a thing before. But Borough of Fanwood and the 20 day period of limitation within which a suit, action or proceeding questioning the validity of such ordinance and parking made craft now they — we — are determined to are free. deners Vince DeGaetano of Springfield, right, and items for the can be commenced, as provided in the Local Bond Law, as begun to run from the date of the publication of this statement. change things. And we know we can Eleanor McGovern Featured Carole Koscuik of Mountainside, center, help a home and young visitor make a bird-feeder. do it.” Borough Clerk will be garden will ORDINANCE NO. 99-05-S Julia DeSantis, Westfield: “We BOND ORDIANCE APPROPRIATING $764,340 AND AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF $512,373 crafts, nature walks, story telling for be offered at the event’s Craft Table. moms are making history. The statis- children and the sale of house and Wild Earth Nursery will have a BONDS FOR VARIOUS GENERAL IMPROVEMENTS OF THE BOROUGH INCLUDING tics are on our side, and the passion ROAD RECONSTRUCTION AND BRIDGE IMPROVEMENT, CURB REPLACEMENT AND garden plants, some donated by local booth at the fair, featuring a selection and momentum will not subside. IMPROVEMENT, DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS, COMPUTER EQUIPMENT, ROAD RE- nurseries and from Master Garden- of native plants for sale — all propa- Come November, if our lawmakers PAIR EQUIPMENT, TELEPHONE AND RECORDING SYSTEMS, OFFICE EQUIPMENT ers’ own backyards. gated, not collected, from the wild. AND BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS AND PROPERTY BOUNDRY PLAN. The line-up of free lectures, some The Master Gardener Association BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Borough of Fanwood, in the County of Union, New Jersey (not less than two-thirds of all members thereof affirmatively concurring) as follows: of which are new this year, are as of Union County is a volunteer out- Saturday Dates Posted SECTION I. follows: “Weeds, The Plants You reach program of Rutgers Coopera- For the various improvements or purposes described in Section III of this bond ordinance, there are hereby appropriated the respective Love to Hate” by Ruth Yablonsky, at tive Extension. Proceeds from the For Recycling Center sums of money therein stated as the appropriations made for improvements or purposes, such sums amounting in the aggregate to $764,340 1 p.m.; “Growing Raspberries” by Spring Garden Fair support Master FANWOOD — The Fanwood- including the aggregate sum of $251,967 as the various down payments for the improvements or purposes required by the Local Bond Law in the amount of $26,967 and a $225,000 grant received from the New Jersey Department of Transportation for various road improvements Irv Wilner at 1:45 p.m.; “Annual Gardeners’ various services to the Scotch Plains Recycling Associa- set forth herein. The down payments have been made available by virtue of provision for down payment for capital improvement purposes Flower Gardening” by Julius Stang community. tion has announced that several in one or more previously adopted budgets. at 2:30 p.m. and “Ticks and Lyme For information and directions to Saturday dates are available for SECTION II. Disease” by Madeline Flahive- the fair, or for more about the Master organizations seeking to earn In order to finance the cost of the improvement or purposes not covered by application of the down payments and the $225,000 grant received from the New Jersey Department of Transportation for various road improvements set forth herein, negotiable bonds are hereby DiNardo at 3:15 p.m. Gardener Association, please call money for their activities. authorized to be issued in the principal amount of $512,373 pursuant to the Local Bond Law. In anticipation of the issuance of the bonds, Visitors may bring their plant and (908) 654-9854. For the Garden The dates include July 22 and negotiable bond anticipation notes are hereby authorized to be issued pursuant to and within the limitations prescribed by the Local Bond insect specimens for identification Hotline, please call (908) 654-9852 29; August 12 and December 23. Law. Groups earn $250 for each Satur- SECTION III. The purpose for which the bonds are to be issued, the estimated cost of each improvement and the appropriation therefore, the estimated day worked. maximum amount of bonds or notes to be issued for each improvement, the down payment available for each improvement and the period Representatives of interested or- of usefulness of each improvement are respectively as follows: ganizations are asked to call Bob Appropri- Maximum Sommerich, Recycling Associa- ation and Amount Period Estimated of Bonds Down of Use- tion President, at (908) 889-1891 Purpose Cost or Notes Payment fulness or Alan Ebersole at (908) 889- a) Reconstruction of Pleasant Ave. 8347. (between Westfield Ave. and Arlene Ct.) $109,000 $103,550 $ 5,450 15 years b) Reconstruction of Second St. PUBLIC NOTICE & Coriell Ave. 235,000 9,500¹ 500 15 years c) Milling & Resurfacing BOROUGH OF FANWOOD of Coriell Ave. 44,000 41,800 2,200 15 years Notice is hereby given that Ordinance d) Reconstruction of Hetfield No. 00-07-R Ave. Bridge 33,000 31,350 1,650 30 years AN ORDINANCE AMENDING e) Slurry seal of various streets 52,000 49,400 2,600 5 years SECTION 93-37.3 OF THE f) Curb replacement and FANWOOD BOROUGH CODE maintenance 45,000 42,750 2,250 10 years TO REGULATE THE SIZE OF g) Drainage Reconstruction, DRIVEWAYS WHERE TWO Design Watson Road, Byron Prudential CAR GARAGES ARE PERMIT- Lane, North Ave. IIIA Municipal TED IN THE TERRILL Detention Basin 88,000 83,600 4,400 15 years AFFORDALBEL HOUSING h) Resurfacing of Waldon Road ZONE Old & South Ave. 10,000 9,500 500 10 years was passed and adopted on the second and i) Public Works Property final reading at a Meeting of the Mayor and Boundary Plan 2,000 1,900 100 15 years Council of the Borough of Fanwood held on j) New telephone system May 11, 2000. Replacement of Recording Equip. OPEN HOUSE • Sunday 1 to 4pm This Ordinance shall take effect immedi- Court and Adm. Office 51,640 49,058 2,582 10 years ately after final passage and publication as k) Borough equipment and furnishing required by law. purchases including, file cabinets Eleanor McGovern for Admin. Office, Computer and air Borough Clerk packs for Fire Department, upgrade 1 T – 5/18/00, The Times Fee: $19.89 NCIC System, carpet for Police Department 34,400 32,680 1,720 5 years PUBLIC NOTICE l) Replacement of Electrical generator transfer switch and Fire alarm control SHERIFF’S SALE panel for library 5,300 5,035 265 15 years SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, m) Prefabricated storage shed consisting CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, of incombustible materials 15,000 14,250 750 40 years DOCKET NO. F-17142-99. n) Public works equipment including IMC MORTGAGE COMPANY, PLAIN- leaf machine, root cutter & asphalt TIFF vs. DONALD W. GABLE, SR., DE- cutter 34,000 32,300 1,700 15 years FENDANT. o) Photocopy machine 6,000 5,700 300 5 years CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Totals $764,340 $512,373 $26,967 DATED APRIL 10, 2000 FOR SALE OF ¹ The maximum amount of the bond for this purpose is based on the appropriation and cost less a $225,000 grant from the New Jersey MORTGAGED PREMISES. Department of Transportation less a 5% down payment on the balance ($235,000 - $225,000 = $10,000 - 5% = $9,500). By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Each of the above purposes includes all costs necessary therefore and incidental thereto. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union SECTION IV. CHARMING COLONIAL County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, All bond anticipation notes issued hereunder shall mature at such times as may be determined by the Chief Financial Officer; provided Westfield – Colonial situated on a quiet street close to schools. It boasts Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY that no note shall mature later than one year from its date. The notes shall bear interest at such rate or rates and be in such form as may a new Eat In Kitchen, and Living Room with fireplace. Offering a formal THE 14TH OF JUNE A.D., 2000 at two be determined by the Chief Financial Officer. The Chief Financial Officer shall determine all matters in connection with notes issued pursuant o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All to this ordinance, and the Chief Financial Officer’s signature upon the notes shall be conclusive evidence as to all such determinations. All dining room with chair rail and built-in corner cabinets. Living Room and successful bidders must have 20% of their notes issued hereunder may be renewed from time to time subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 40A:2-8 (a). The Chief Financial Officer is Dining Room have hardwood floors. Three large bedrooms complete this bid available in cash or certified check at the hereby authorized to sell part or all of the notes from time to time at public or private sale and to deliver the same to the purchasers thereof charming home. $309,000 WSF-8828 conclusion of the sales. upon receipt of payment of the purchase price plus accrued interest from their dates to the date of delivery thereof. The Chief Financial Officer COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED is directed to report in writing to the governing body at the meeting next succeeding the date when any sale or delivery of the notes pursuant FIFTY TWO THOUSAND FOUR-HUN- to this description, the interest rate and the maturity schedule of the notes sold, the price obtained and the name of the purchaser. Westfield Office DRED EIGHT & 22/100 ($152,408.22). SECTION V. 209 Central Avenue REAL ESTATE TAX DISCLOSURE The following additional matters are hereby determined, declared, recited and stated: There are no tax liens as of April 14, 2000. (a) The purpose described in Section III of this bond ordinance are not current expenses. They are improvements that the Borough (908) 233-5555 Plaintiff advises that the municipal tax office may lawfully acquire or make as general improvements, and no part of the cost hereof has been or shall be specially assessed should be contacted to obtain any additional on property specially benefited thereby. KIMBERLEY A. HALEY tax amounts that may be due. (b) The average period of usefulness of the improvements or purposes computed on the basis of the respective amounts of CONCISE DESCRIPTION obligations authorized herein for each purpose and the reasonable lives thereof within the limitations of the Local Bond Law MAKING REAL ESTATE REAL EASY 1. Municipality: City of Elizabeth; is 14 years. Member NJAR Million Dollar Club - Gold Level 1998 2. Tax Lot No. 7, Block No. 103; (c) The Supplemental Debt Statement required by the Local Bond Law has been duly prepared and filed in the office of the Clerk, E-mail: [email protected] 3. Property Street Address: 635 Court of the Director of the Division of Local Government Services in the Department of Community Affairs of the State of New Jersey. Street; This statement shows that the gross debt of the Borough as defined in the Local Bond Law will not be increased by the ©1997 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Office Independently Owned and Operated. 4. Dimensions: 50 feet x 100 feet; authorization of the bonds and notes provided in this bond ordinance, and the obligations authorized herein will be within all 5. Nearest Cross: Seventh Street; debt limitations prescribed by that Law. 6. Feet to Nearest Cross: 350 feet. (d) An aggregate amount not exceeding $69,000 for items of expense listed in and permitted under N.J.S.A. 40A:2-20 may be There is due approximately the sum of included as part of the costs of the purposes of improvements authorized herein and is included in the foregoing estimates ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY EIGHT THOU- thereof. SAND SEVEN-HUNDRED EIGHTY FIVE SECTION VI. & 50/100 ($158,785.50) together with lawful The full faith and credit of the Borough are hereby pledged to the punctual payment of the principal of the interest on the obligations interest and costs. authorized by this bond ordinance. The obligations shall be direct, unlimited obligation of the Borough, and the Borough shall be obligated There is a full legal description on file in to levy ad valorem taxes upon all the taxable property within the Borough for the payment of the obligations and interest thereon without the Union County Sheriff’s Office. limitation of rate or amount. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn SECTION VII. this sale. The capital budget of the Borough of Fanwood is hereby amended to conform with the provisions of this ordinance to the extent of any RALPH FROEHLICH inconsistency herewith. The resolution in the form promulgated by the Local Finance Board showing full detail of the amended capital program SHERIFF as approved by the Director of the Division of Local Government Services is on file with the Clerk and is available e for public inspection. SALVATORE L. BORRELLI, Attorney SECTION VIII. 986 McBride Avenue This bond ordinance shall take effect 20 days after the first publication thereof after final adoption, as provided by the Local Bond Law. West Paterson, New Jersey Louis C. Jung, Mayor CH-755248 (WL) ATTEST: 4 T - 5/18, 5/25, Eleanor McGovern, Borough Clerk 6/1 & 6/8/00 Fee: $177.48 1 T – 5/18/00, The Times Fee: $ 295.29

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PEYTON publicans, whereby other candidates She is the first woman to serve as ings and equipment in order to re- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader on the Democratic line are defeated Union County Clerk. duce capital improvements costs in Campaign Manager for Michael J. and bought his home in Warren for MOUNTAINSIDE –With the June as well. At the local level, Democrats are municipal budgets. Lapolla, Angie Bowen, has accused $462,000, “thereby transferring 6 Primary just weeks away, Union “If you’re looking specifically at optimistic about winning a seat for “Over $100,000 in capital budgets candidate Maryanne S. Connelly of $62,000 to his contributor’s bank County Democrats took a few shots who has more electability, Jon the first time on the Mountainside is going to be spent on the firehouse “lying to county employees about their account,” a Weingarten campaign at both United States Senate hopeful Corzine does,” Assemblyman Cohen Borough Council. This year, Steve alone,” he explained. retirement packages and health ben- spokeswoman said. The campaign Jim Florio and the Republicans in remarked. Brociner, who captured 43 percent Also on hand during last week’s efits.” has said it appears the Red Bank the House of Representatives during Mr. Corzine’s platform includes of the vote in his 1999 council bid, forum were Freeholders Alexander Ms. Bowen said Mrs. Connelly’s home was sold for above market a forum in Mountainside on May 10. universal health care, long-term care, and John Shackleford are running Mirabella, Deborah Scanlon and “constant denial, distortion and un- value. Candidates endorsed by the Union public education and gun registra- for the council. Chester Holmes, all of whom are truths are a disgrace to the women of Candidate Patrick Morrisey Cam- County Democratic Committee tion and licensing. Mr. Shackleford said Democrats seeking reelection. this district and the women of New spoke with residents of Marriott’s Jersey.” paign Manager Dan Ronayne iden- tified the “swapper” as Patrick Brightwood Gardens assisted living Ms. Bowen said although Mrs. facility. Connelly touts the 1998 endorsement McMorrow. He said Federal Elec- tion Commission (FEC) reports Michael J. Lapolla, who has been of the New Jersey Education Associa- County Manager since 1997, said tion, that endorsement came during an show Mr. McMorrow as a “maxed- out contributor to the Ferguson cam- Democrats need to take back control uncontested primary in a year in which of the House of Representatives she lost to incumbent Bob Franks, paign.” * * * * * where, he said, many of the 100 whose own record on education “is “right-wing Republicans” elected in less than acceptable,” she said. Tom Kean, Jr. of Westfield has Ms. Bowen accused Mrs. Connelly asked members of “The Account- 1994 are still in power. of laying off employees when she was ability Project of the CRG” to iden- “That part of the party has no Human Resources Director for AT&T, tify themselves. “The voters have the interest in the issues that are impor- which “impacted hundreds of women right to know who is defining the tant to you,” he said. and their families. Yet, she says Mike candidates in this race,” he said. Mr. Lapolla noted that, if he is Lapolla has no respect for women.” The group has sent out mailings elected, he will push to even out the Ms. Bowen’s response comes on the critical of Mr. Kean and Mr. distribution of Social Security funds heels of Mrs. Connelly’s attack on Mr. Weingarten. Mr. Kean recently re- between men and women. He said Lapolla for his new radio spot, which leased a campaign finance reform men currently receive $10,500 on Mrs. Connelly said depicts her as a plan which calls for “rapid disclo- average annually in Social Security “dipsy” game show contestant. Mr. sure of campaign contributions, rig- benefits, versus $7,800 for women. Lapolla has said the ad was aimed at orous enforcement of laws, banning The candidate supports raising the showing Mrs. Connelly as being inde- foreign contributions and mandatory amount of money a woman receives cisive on the issue of school vouchers. in Social Security benefits when her Prior to last Thursday’s freeholder disclosure of all third party indepen- dent expenditures.” husband is deceased from 60 percent meeting, members of the National Or- to 75 percent of the combined in- ganization for Women (NOW) pro- * * * * * come the couple made when they tested in front of the county adminis- Democratic Congressional candi- were employed. tration building in response to Mr. date Joel Farley has noted that his “Right now, 20 percent of all Lapolla’s ad. federal tax credit proposal for public NOW New Jersey President Eliza- women on Social Security live under school teachers has been echoed in a the poverty level,” Mr. Lapolla stated. beth Volz said Mr. Lapolla “would be similar proposal for California teach- best advised to pull this ad immedi- The candidate proposes to provide ers by California Governor Gray women with up to five additional ately.” The Women’s Campaign Fund, Davis. based in Washington, D. C., has also years of Social Security eligibility to The past Sunday’s New York Times account for years they stayed home called for the ad to be pulled from the front page coverage of Governor airwaves. top raise their children. Currently, Courtesy of Mountainside Democratic Club Davis’ proposal pushed Mr. Farley’s men average 35 years of employ- * * * * * ideas into a national spotlight, Farley TEAM SPIRIT...Democratic Congressional, county and Mountainside Borough Council candidates show their team Joel Weingarten of Millburn has ment, versus 27 years for women, spirit after talking to residents of Brighton Gardens Assisted Living in Mountainside May 10. Pictured, left to right, are: Campaign spokesman Ron Connor thus reducing the amount of Social Mountainside Council candidates John Shackleford and Steve Brociner; Deborah Scanlon, Alexander Mirabella and asked Michael Ferguson of Warren pointed out. Governor Davis pro- Security for which women are eli- Chester Holmes, all Freeholder incumbents seeking reelection, and Seventh Congressional candidate Michael J. Lapolla. to explain his apparent switching of posed that public school teachers in residences with a major contributor gible. California pay no state income tax Mr. Lapolla said the disparity is Union County Clerk Joanne have served as a “watchdog” by keep- Freeholder Mirabella, who grew last December. on their teaching salaries. In a paral- due to the years women stay home to Rajoppi, seeking a second five-year ing tabs on the actions of the all- up in Elizabeth, where his father was Mr. Ferguson moved to Warren lel proposal made several months term, noted that the clerk’s office is Republican Borough Council. He police chief and later served six years from Red Bank, thus relocating from raise their children. He said by re- earlier, Mr. Farley proposed that pub- moving this penalty, women would one of the few county departments said Democrats favor a ward system on the Roselle Park Borough Coun- the Sixth Congressional District to lic school teachers pay no federal receive, on average, another $1,000 that produces revenue. Last year, she similar to that of Westfield in order cil, is currently Vice Chairman of the the Seventh District. Mr. Ferguson income tax on their teaching sala- said her office generated $10.2 mil- to give residents a specific council board and chaired the Finance Com- sold his Red Bank home for $400,000 a year in Social Security benefits. ries. The candidate also supports ex- lion in revenue from such services as member they can contact. mittee last year. pansion of the Medicare program to passports, title deeds, searches and In addition, he proposed to Freeholder Scanlon, born in Sum- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE provide for prescription drugs for mortgages. The office oversees all “eliminate all expense allowances mit and now residing in Union, served UNION COUNTY BOARD UNION COUNTY BOARD senior citizens. elections and the Clerk certifies the and extravagant spending” by gov- on the Union Township Board of OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS On this issue and on Social Secu- official winners. erning body members. The candi- Education. Freeholder Holmes, a NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE OF CONTRACT AWARD rity, he accused the GOP majority of “I don’t know of a Republican or a date also opposes salaries for the former Rahway police detective and Date Adopted: May 11, 2000 Date Adopted: May 11, 2000 Democratic way of filing a docu- mayor and council members, a ref- city councilman, previously served Public Notice is hereby given that the Public Notice is hereby given that the “talking a real good game.” Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Moving to the Senate race, Assem- ment. There is only a right way and erence to last year’s proposal to as a commissioner on the Union has awarded a contract without competitive has awarded a contract without competitive blyman Neil Cohen took some shots a wrong way,” Ms. Rajoppi explained. change unvouchered expense ac- County Utilities Authority. bidding as a professional service or extraor- bidding as a professional service or extraor- at Mr. Florio, a Metuchen resident Ms. Rajoppi was the first woman counts for the mayor and council County Democrats are facing op- dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to dinary, unspecifiable service pursuant to to serve as Mayor of Springfield, as members to annual salaries. The position in the June 6 election from N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(1)(a). This contract and N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5(M). This contract and and former New Jersey Governor, the resolution authorizing it is available for the resolution authorizing it is available for who is challenging Jon Corzine of freeholder board Chairwoman and, council has decided not to pursue a line of clerk and freeholder candi- public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of public inspection in the Office of the Clerk of Summit in the Democratic Primary served as Assistant Secretary of State the matter. dates led by Mr. Florio and Seventh the Board. the Board. for the Senate seat which is being for a year during the administration He also supports a maintenance Congressional candidate Maryanne RESOLUTION NO.: 641-2000 RESOLUTION NO.: 634-2000 of former Governor Brendan Byrne. program for all borough-owned build- S. Connelly of Fanwood. AWARDED TO: T&M Associates, Eleven AWARDED TO: Specialty Underwriters, vacated by the retiring Frank Tindall Road, Middletown, New Jersey. 9667 South 20th Street, Oak Creek, Wis- Lautenberg. SERVICES: To provide engineering ser- consin 53154. “I knew Jim Florio. And Jim Florio vices for the upgrading of the Ash Brook SERVICES: To provide an additional pre- is no Jon Corzine,” he stated. Golf Course Service Building sewer sys- mium for the Equipment Maintenance policy. “Four Generations in Westfield... tem. COST: In the amount of $39,228 for a total Describing Mr. Florio’s tactics as COST: Not to exceed $16,050. amount not to exceed $626,514. “slash and burn” politics, he accused M. Elizabeth Genievich M. Elizabeth Genievich the former Governor of destroying Clerk of the Board Clerk of the Board 1 T – 5/18/00, The Leader Fee: $21.42 the Democratic party in New Jersey. 1 T – 5/18/00, The Leader Fee: $21.42 He said Democratic incumbents were PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE defeated statewide in the early 1990s Taylor & Love, Inc. Realtors as a result of the policies of the Florio 436 South Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090 TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY administration, specifically the $2.8 NOTICE OF MEETING OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS (908) 654-6666 • (800) 222-0507 In Compliance With billion tax increase in 1991. OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT, CHAPTER 231, P.L. 1975 Mr. Cohen said the party rebuilt in http://arsdata.com/c21tl NOTICE is hereby given by the Township Council of the Township of Scotch Plains of the Union County to the point where it following SPECIAL Meeting: DATE: May 25, 2000 has gone from three Democrats on TIME: 7:00 P.M., Council Chambers, Municipal the freeholder board to a current 9-0 Building, 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, majority. Multi-Million Dollar Award Winner New Jersey He described Mr. Corzine, the son LOCATION: as above. Carol Wood has been honored with the 1999 NJAR Mil- TYPE OF MEETING: The Township Council acting as Alcoholic of a farmer and a school teacher, as Beverage Control Board will continue the public an “amazing individual” who paid lion Dollar Award, the Silver Level and the 1999 Cen- hearing to consider the renewal of his way through the University of Plenary Retail Consumption Liquor License Chicago Business School. He noted tury 21 Real Estate Corporation Gold Associate Award. No. 2016-33-004-003 of Rayric Corporation, t/a Malibu, 144 Terrill Road, Scotch Plains, that the candidate went from deliver- Carol has been active in real estate for 26 years and in- New Jersey ing coffee to officials at Goldman Sachs to becoming Chief Executive volved in many community organizations. Roger Love, Any objections to same shall be sent Officer of the financial firm. Broker commends her performance for her outstanding immediately to : Barbara Riepe, Township Clerk “He has a good heart, a bright 430 Park Avenue achievements in 1999. Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 mind and he’s got good energy,” AGENDA: As prepared by the Municipal Manager and Assemblyman Cohen stated. Township Clerk. If Mr. Florio wins the primary, ACTION(S) TO BE TAKEN: Action may be taken. DATE OF NOTIFICATION: May 16th, 2000 Assemblyman Cohen foresees the 1 T – 5/18/00, The Times Fee: $47.94 potential of a one-sided loss to Re- Century 21 Taylor & Love, Inc. Expands Its Services to Include Fine Home & Estates Properties Westfield, NJ, May 16, 2000 – Roger Love, Broker/ Owner of Century 21 Taylor & Love, Inc. in Westfield, has Westfield $509,500 Westfield $425,000 introduced the Century 21 Fine Home & Estates brand Beautifully maintained landmark custom Ranch Charming and spacious turn of the century Victorian extension designed to market upscale properties. overlooking commons. This home boasts 4 Bed- with 6 Bedrooms, 2 full Baths, country Kitchen, 1st rooms, 2 full Baths, 4 fireplaces, country Kitchen floor Den and a beautiful wrap around front porch. with vaulted beamed ceiling, oak floor & corner fire- This home must be seen to be appreciated. Call to- “The marketing support of Century 21 Systems global place. Living Room with fireplace. Dining Room/ day for more information & for an appointment. network provides our office with the strongest means to Family Room with pegged floor and fireplace. Lower level Recreation Room and Den with fireplace. Call connect a buyer with their dream home,” said Love. “With today for more information. our participation in the Century 21 Fine Home & Estates Fine Homes & Estate Division program, we can offer an upscale consumer the same qual- Roger Love ity service we have always extended while meeting the spe- cific needs of the upscale market.” With the Fine Home & Estates program, Century 21 Taylor & Love has access to specialized marketing tools such as logo desig- nation and yard signs to assist in effectively marketing upscale homes “The exposure our upscale properties re- Cranford $369,900 Cranford $285,000 ceive through this program is exposure that we never re- New Listing! Well maintained, spacious, move-in This charming country style Colonial built in 1943 condition Split-Level home boasts 4 Bedrooms & 2 boasts 3 Bedrooms and two full Baths. It features a ceived before,” stated Love, whose office includes agents full Baths. This home features a fireplace in the Liv- 14 x 29 deck that overlooks the park like yard and ing Room, Master Bedroom with Bath and cedar river. Updates include; gas furnace, central air, hot who specialize in luxury properties. “The international closet, new central air, new furnace, new hot water water heater, electric, windows, siding and hard- scope of exposure is tremendous; it taps into a market- heater & all new windows. This home has a wonder- wood floors. Call today for more details. place composed of buyers willing to look in the higher ful sun porch & deck that overlooks Dryers Farm. Judy Bell, Jerry Bonnetti, Fran Comstock, Janet DeFiore, Jennifer Daniels, Barbara Doherty, price ranges. Fine Home & Estates is a major marketing Tammie Hamill, Carmen Imgrund, William Jordan, Brian Kastner, Roger Love, Arleen Post, tool, and I'm confident that this program has positioned Karen Roman, Genoveva Smith, Janet Sonntag, Lauren Stravach, Cheryl Wilkinson, Carol Wood us for continued success in the upscale market.” Each Office Independently Owned And Operated. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 20 Thursday, May 18, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Avenue Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Av- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- West, Westfield is pleased to announce the enue West, Westfield, is pleased to announce nounced its participation in the sale of the nounced the sale of the above property at nounced its participation in the sale of the sale of 649 Newark Ave., Kenilworth. The the sale of 217 Prospect Avenue, Cranford. above property at 4 Clinton Lane, Scotch 729 Belvidere Avenue, Plainfield. The prop- above property at 2 Littlebrook Road, property was sold by Grace Rappa. The property was marketed by Julie Plains. The property was handled by Sally erty was handled by John DeMarco. Springfield. The property was handled by Murphy. Calder. Janice Tittel.

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Avenue Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Av- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- West, Westfield is pleased to announce the enue West, Westfield is pleased to announce nounced its participation in the sale of the nounced the listing and sale of the above nounced its participation in the sale of the sale of 1186 Foothill Way, Mountainside. the sale of 25 MacArthur Avenue, Cranford. above property at 6 Tanglewood Lane, property at 789 Pierpont Street, Rahway. above property at 28 Sherwood Close, The property was sold by Rosemary Dunlap. The property was marketed by Susan Wil- Mountainside. The property was handled The property was listed by Fran Perla and Hillsborough. The property was handled by son. by Sondra Share. negotiations of the sale were by Janice Tittel. Adan Levin.

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Avenue Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Av- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- West, Westfield is pleased to announce the enue Westfield is pleased to announce the nounced the sale of the above property at 9 nounced the sale of the above property at nounced the sale of the above property at sale of 612 Chestnut Street, Roselle Park. sale of 831 Grandview Avenue, Westfield. Indian Run, Scotch Plains. The property was 135 Lamberts Mill Road, Westfield. The 119 Jefferson Avenue, Westfield. The prop- The property was sold by Mark Troxler. The property was marketed by Michael handled by Ruth Tate. property was handled by Mary McEnerney. erty was handled by Lucille Roll. Buban and sold by James Murphy.

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Avenue Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Av- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- West, Westfield is pleased to announce the enue West, Westfield is pleased to announce nounced its participation in the sale of the nounced the listing and sale of the above nounced the sale of the above property at sale of 17 Fields Lane, Scotch Plains. The the sale of 160 Gallows Hill Road, above property at 446 Huntington Drive, property at 300 Mountainside Avenue, 34 Gallowae, Westfield. The property was property was sold by Rebecca Wampler. Westfield. The property was marketed Union. The property was handled by Janice Westfield. The property was listed by Eileen handled by Carla Capuano. Loretta Wilson and sold by Mark Troxler. Tittel. Burlinson and negotiations of the sale were by Duncan Smythe.

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Avenue Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Av- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- West, Westfield is pleased to announce the enue West, Westfield is pleased to announce nounced the sale of the above property at nounced its participation in the sale of the nounced its participation in the sale of the sale of 387 Robert Lane, Scotch Plains. The the sale of 761 Cranford Avenue, Westfield. 310 South Euclid Avenue, Westfield. The above property at 50 James Avenue, Clark. above property at 326 Elm Avenue, Rahway. property was marketed by Lois Berger and The property was marketed by Lois Berger property was handled by Kay Gragnano and The property was handled by Arleen The property was handled by Carol Lyons. sold by Victoria Samori. and sold by Patricia Connolly. Karleen Burns. DaPrile.

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Avenue Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Av- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- West, Westfield is pleased to announce the enue West, Westfield is pleased to announce nounced its participation in the sale of the nounced its participation in the sale of the nounced the listing and sale of the above sale of 530 Hanford Ave., Westfield. The the sale of 3112 Park Place, Springfield. above property at 13 Huron Trail, above property at 213 Golf Edge, Westfield. property at 224 Avon Road, Westfield The property was sold by Marilyn Rinaldo. The property was marketed by Rebecca Branchburg. The property was handled by The property was handled by Ann Allen. property was listed by Hye-Young Choi and Wampler. Carol Schirm. negotiations of the sale were by Carol Schirm.

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Avenue Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Avenue Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Av- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- West, Westfield is pleased to announce the West, Westfield is pleased to announce the enue West, Westfield is pleased to announce nounced its participation in the sale of the nounced the sale of the above property at sale of 6 Robin Court, Springfield. The prop- sale of 354 W. Dudley Avenue, Westfield. the sale of 122 Park Drive, Kenilworth. The above property at 407 Prospect Street, 366 Foxwood Road, Union. The property erty was sold by Anne Weber. The property was sold by Carol Tener. property was sold by Kathy Klausner. Westfield. The property was handled by Kay was handled by John Papa. Gragnano.

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Avenue Burgdorff ERA, Realtors 600 North Avenue Burgdorff ERA, Realtors, 600 North Av- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- 209 Central Avenue, Westfield has an- West, Westfield is pleased to announce the West, Westfield is pleased to announce the enue West, Westfield is pleased to announce nounced its participation in the sale of the nounced its participation in the sale of the sale of 2 Pine St., Cranford. The property sale of 387 Willow Way, Clark. The prop- the sale of 1131 Minisink Way, Westfield. above property at 73 North Avenue, above property at 2071 Princeton Avenue, was sold by Tammy Gabriel-Lieberman. erty was marketed by Doris Kopil. The property was marketed by Lois Berger Fanwood. The property was handled by Scotch Plains. The property was handled & Wende Devlin Gates. Margaret Maguire. by Vivian Young. Paid Advertisement RECENT REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS Paid Advertisement CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 18, 2000 Page 21

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POPCORN™ Career Women Who Garden Gladiator Madrigal Singers to Present A Spectacular Thing Happens ‘Visions of Spring’ Concert Prepare for Garden Tour On the Way to the Forum WESTFIELD – Two gorgeous artistic beds of perennials and shrubs By Michael S. Goldberger gardens maintained by two busy that surround the Cape Cod where WESTFIELD – The Madrigal month of May.” women in Scotch Plains will be fea- she and her husband, Donald, have One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent Singers will offer “Visions of Other selections will include tured in a tour of six private gardens lived since 1974. 3 & 1/2 popcorns Constructing an homage to the Spring,” a program of a cappella Gerald Finzi’s “Haste on, my joys!” entitled “Blooms, Birds, and Butter- From the right side of the Heffner film phylum that is Rome while pro- madrigals from the 13th to 20th Gibbons’ “What is our life?” and flies,” sponsored by the Garden Club house, a double perennial border, A man’s gotta do what a man’s planted only three years ago, is dotted gotta do. And in the rousing Gladia- viding exciting entertainment not centuries, on Sunday, May 21, at Gregg Smith’s doo-wop arrange- of Westfield, on Saturday, June 3. tor that goes doubly for Maximus only for seasoned viewers, but for an 7 p.m. at Holy Trinity Roman ment of “Il est bel et bon.” The gardeners, Claudia Heffner and with a season’s worth of consecutive Pam DeYoung, are pursuing full-time blooms – iris, phlox, roses, astors and (Russell Crowe), the classic hero per- entire generation that probably never Catholic Church in Westfield. Singing in this program will be sonified. A great Roman general, he saw Ben-Hur, director Scott achieves careers in the healthcare field while clematis climbing a cedar pyramid. the right balance of the old and the Poetry readings by Judy Allen Artz, Martha Desmond, Pe- creating pretty-as-picture gardens at A grass path leads to the rear, isn’t insulated from the same skull- Sullivan of Scotch Plains, reflect- duggery and inconsiderations that new. ter Dykema, Pamela Johnson of their homes. where Mr. Heffner maintains a veg- plague executives in today’s corpo- True, all roads no longer lead to ing the varied passions inspired Westfield, David Lawrence, Anna Ms. Heffner is a medical technology etable garden and the compost pile rate scene. You know the drill: The Rome. But rest assured that once the by the season, will introduce each Maria Licameli, Jennifer Melick, manager at two hospitals, Muhlenberg which nourishes the garden beds. top man, in this case Emperor Marcus word gets around, filmgoers in search set of songs. The Singers will be Tom Reingold, Sarah Riffel, Kirk Regional Medical Center in Plainfield Another long perennial border Aurelius (Richard Harris), loves you of big-screen thrills will beat a path to directed by Elaine Fiorino. and JFK Medical Center in Edison. She ends in a shady corner planted Gladiator. Robbins of Fanwood, Deidre like a son. He’s grooming you to take A 13th century round, “Sum- Solomon, George Stralkus and spends her spare time learning more with rare Exbury azaleas surround- his spot. * * * * * mer is y-comen in,” will open the Margaret Thompson of about gardening and landscaping. ing a bubbling fountain and pool. Only you can continue his glorious Gladiator, rated R, is a She took the Rutgers Cooperative Having already designed the vision for the company. And then concert and set the mood for Mountainside. DreamWorks Pictures release directed Orlando Gibbons’ “Now each Extension courses to become a Master landscaping for a park in Berkeley your benefactor meets an untimely by Ridley Scott and stars Russell Crowe, Admission is by donation at Gardener, donating volunteer hours Heights, Ms. Heffner is consider- demise. Suddenly no one knows any- Connie Nielsen, and Joaquin Phoe- flowery bank of May” and Will- the door. For more information, answering questions from other home ing returning to school to earn a thing about what the boss had in nix. Running time: 150 minutes. iam Byrd’s “This sweet and merry please call (908) 233-1570. gardeners in addition to creating the degree in landscape design. mind for you. Especially his corrupt On the northeast side of Scotch son, who it just so happens was being cut out of the loop prior to dear old Plains, Ms. DeYoung has also de- Dad’s suspicious death. Debbie Friedman to Perform veloped sunny and shady land- Per director Ridley Scott’s throw- scaped beds. A dental hygienist, back to the sword and sandal epics of her hobby used to be decorative the 1950s, talent and greatness will In Concert at Temple Emanu-El painting. out. It is the romantically optimistic “But it kind of moved outdoors,” contention of screenwriters David H. WESTFIELD — Debbie Friedman, certs and her contribution to religious stated Ms. DeYoung, with some Franzoni, John Logan and William award winning singer/ songwriter and liturgy have won her a place on the surprise as to what she has accom- Nicholson that ideas, like honor and performer of Jewish music, will ap- Jewish Forward’s list of 100 most plished in 12 years of gardening. devotion, are as indestructible; that influential American Jews. Her re- An amateur with a green thumb, they live on in reincarnated forms. cording, “Renewal of Spirit,” a prayer Ms. DeYoung noted that the first Of course it was a little more com- service for physical and spiritual heal- beds in front of her house were plicated in 180 A.D. It is not until he ing, led to the creation of the Renewal shaped from “a ton or two of top hits absolute rock bottom that the of Spirit Foundation, which brings soil just dumped on the grass. And heroic paradigm reinvents himself as these songs into hospitals and hos- nearly everything I planted came a peerless gladiator, beloved by the pices. up the second year.” masses and primed to challenge Ms. Friedman has received acclaim Among the flowering beds curv- Aurelius’ son, Commodus (Joaquin as well for her role in creating Ma’Yan, ing around the house, are dotted, Phoenix). a celebratory Passover seder that fo- whimsical “garden art” – an ice It’s a grand old tale, and apparently cuses on women’s stories and songs. ready for the retelling thanks to Mr. cream parlor chair, a tin tub, an Scott’s fine helmsmanship, Russell Besides performing, Ms. Friedman ancient spading fork – donated by Crowe’s stupendous tour-de-force in has directed music programs at the her dental patients. Under tall oaks the title role and the relatively eco- University of Judaism in Los Angeles, BRIGHT PERENNIALS…These cheerful pink, white and yellow and elms in the rear of the garden, nomical set possibilities now afforded the University of California at Santa perennials fill a sunny corner of a garden in Scotch Plains. This Ms. DeYoung is experimenting with via computer magic. Debbie Friedman Cruz, Brandeis University and the such shade-loving plants as Brandeis Bardein Institute. She has display is one of six private gardens which can be visited during While you can expect Mr. Crowe the “Blooms, Birds, and Butterflies” on Saturday, June 3, from 11 Solomon’s-seal, ginger, hellebores (L.A. Confidential, The Insider) to pear with her ensemble at Temple received numerous honors, including and chartreuse mounds of lady’s garner another Oscar nomination, the Emanu-El of Westfield on Sunday, the Covenant Award. a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, please call (908) 233-7572. mantle. rub-your-eyes-in-disbelief effects that May 21, at 7 p.m. Ms. Friedman, who Tickets for the concert will be avail- The garden tour will be open, virtually re-create Rome at the height is also a guitarist, has won devoted able at the door. For further informa- rain or shine, from 11 a.m. to 4 of her glory are also award-worthy. fans around the world in her 25-year tion or to order tickets in advance, p.m. on June 3. Proceeds from the The other active ingredient in di- career. please call (908) 232-6770, Extension Westfield Symphony Review $15 donation for tickets will be rector Scott’s tale is testosterone. An Her 17 recordings, capacity con- No. 156. used by the Garden Club of opening battle scene depicting the Continued from Page 24 Westfield for the benefit of its many Roman Legion’s vicious campaign in civic projects and scholarships. Germania to win the last of the unde- Wayne Mathisen to Exhibit was apparent; ever pushing the or- Tickets may be purchased from feated lands worth conquering is a performances. Distracting to the point Garden Club members or by phon- naturalistic horror — as primitively chestral ensemble towards a great of losing concentration. Losing con- haunting in its anti-war message as cohesiveness of ideas - always result- centration not only for any persons in ing (908) 233-7572. the first 20 minutes of Spielberg’s At Westfield Art Gallery ing in articulate eloquence. the audience who happened to be Normandy invasion in Saving Private He allowed the vocalists a great attending to hear music, but no doubt Ryan. WESTFIELD – The Westfield may soon be viewed on the degree of freedom, and even en- also for the soloists and musicians, This is smartly balanced by a corre- Art Gallery, located at 150-152 Internet. hanced their interpretation by follow- who are diligently concentrating on Please send sponding tale of intrigue at court East Broad Street in Westfield, Many of Mr. Mathisen’s subjects ing through phrases and musical con- those black blotches on those papers featuring the calculations of the cepts with the strengths of his orches- in front of them, which are known is all A&E Releases to: twisted Commodus and his far more has announced the opening of for his landscapes are farms and an exhibit featuring the works of places which have undergone dra- tra. some circles as musical notes. [email protected] politically astute sister, Lucilla, ex- Minor-ish annoyances worth men- Overall, an exciting, stellar perfor- acted with notable aplomb by Connie Wayne R. Mathisen from Sunday, matic changes over the years. tioning as deterrence to future un- Nielsen. May 21, to Sunday, June 18. For more information about the mance created by David Wroe, the A curiously subtle hint at incest as initiated would be the taking of ama- vocalists and the formidable Westfield An opening reception will be exhibit, please call (908) 789-9696. teur flash photographs during the Symphony Orchestra. well as a far nobler tale of unrequited held on May 21 from 2 to 4 p.m. love round out the story. And per- The season-ender was dedicated to Arts, Crafts, Music haps just for good measure, conjuring Admission is free. John J. McCormack, treasurer and images of de Havilland, O’Hara, Mr. Mathisen has lived in the board member of the orchestra who To Turn Local Park Fairbanks and Flynn, the filmmakers New Jersey area for most of his passed away the week before. John can’t pass up the time-honored cliché life. He currently resides in was a terrific man whose personality, Into Cultural Event wherein highborn damsel visits seem- Hillsborough. He studied Com- talent and enthusiasm for the orches- ingly doomed hunk in the dungeon. mercial and Fine Art at Mercer tra and his community will be sorely CRANFORD — The 14th annual Will she slip him a file along with the missed by not only the orchestra but Spring Fine Art and Crafts at forbidden kiss? County College and currently be- longs to the Somerset Art Asso- by all of the people John touched. Nomahegan Park show will take In any case, even when combined place on Saturday and Sunday, with the script’s glibly knowing take ciation. Ghost Hunters Group June 3 and 4, in Cranford across on senatorial politics, the cerebral The artist is represented and from Union County College. aspects of this cinematic event are far featured by several galleries. His outweighed by the visceral. Reveals May 19 Meeting The show will feature over 120 paintings are found in both pri- professional artists, photographers Mr. Crowe oozes with authority as WESTFIELD — The next meeting the consummate war- vate and public collections, and and craftspeople from throughout for the New Jersey Ghost Hunters the northeast and beyond, display- rior-leader, with men Society (NJGHS) will be Friday, May just dying, literally, to ing and selling their American- follow him to Elysium. 19, at 7:30 p.m. in the Community made, hand-crafted work. This free A less egalitarian film Room in Westfield’s Municipal Build- to the public show will be open critic, unconcerned with ing. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or being labeled a chau- The NJGHS is a non-profit group shine. vinist, might even dub dedicated to helping all those inter- The show is co-sponsored by Gladiator a men’s film ested in the paranormal to learn how the Union County Board of Cho- — albeit one that can to investigate and document ghosts sen Freeholders, the Union County still be enjoyed by the and paranormal activity. Areas cov- Division of Parks and Recreation women who love them. ered are ghost photography, Electro- and Janet and Howard Rose of The fighting is, to coin magnetic Voice Phenomena and Squared Productions, Inc. a phrase, awesome, fea- ARTISTIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS…Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School hands-on investigations. Sue Preston of Springfield will turing decapitations and seniors Chris Hartelius, Brigitte Argueta and Jackie Klock appear Laura Muller, co-founder of the display her clothing and glassware, high-pressure blood with their teacher Jeffrey Gutterman after being awarded gift NJGHS, made a presentation to the Bill and Sandi Kaplan of Short Hills spurts. Be assured, ‘tis certificates for their accomplishments in art by the Scotch Plains- Westfield Y’s staff and department heads will offer pottery, Mary Westcott of the free-flowing plasma Fanwood Arts Association’s Scholarship Chairperson Barbara on Wednesday, May 11, at The Break- and not sex that earns it Edison will show her stained glass Swindelhurst on May 4. Emily Downs, who was not present for the ers in Spring Lake Heights. The presen- pieces and Gina Romano of Sum- an R-rating. picture, was also awarded a gift certificate for her accomplish- tation covered topics describing the A fine supporting cast mit will display her handcrafted ments. Pictured, left to right, are: Ms. Swindlehurst, Chris, Brigitte, definition of a ghost, a haunting, polter- jewelry. keeps the action from Jackie and Mr. Gutterman. sprawling out of control geist activity and what differentiates a The Spring Fine Art and Crafts at and the story from be- modern-day ghosthunter from the Spiri- Nomahegan Park Show also will ing engulfed by the stun- tualists and Hollywood versions. feature fine art, photography, weav- ning special effects. Ms. Muller distributed her photo ing, clothing, pottery, wood, fiber, Joaquin Phoenix is ap- Five-Artist Demonstration Set album containing the pictures of the leather, stained glass, and much propriately hateful and various ghostly anomalies caught on more. The show will be accented without redeeming By Westfield Art Association film to date. with music of the 1970’s by the qualities as Commodus. Oliver Reed, For more information or to arrange band “Carnaby Street” and a vari- who sadly died during filming on Wayne R. Mathisen’s art- for a presentation at your group’s ety of ethnic foods. Malta, adds a sympathetically reflec- work, such as the piece de- WESTFIELD — Five artists de- meeting, please call (908) 654-7502 or For further information, please tive note as Proximus, once a great picted above, will be dis- picting the same subject matter and e-mail zensible1 @erols.com or visit call (908) 874-5247 or visit the gladiator and now a self-effacing pro- played at the Westfield Art working from a live figure will offer their Website at www.njghs.net. Website: www.rosesquared.com. moter of combative flesh. Gallery at 150-152 East Broad a demonstration for Westfield Art Derek Jacobi is correctly aristo- Street in Westfield. Association’s (WAA) meeting on cratic as Gracchus, the Roman sena- Sunday May 21, from 2 to 4 p.m. in Where Imagination Leads to Discovery tor who forthrightly declares, “I may the Community Room in Westfield’s not be of the people, but I certainly David Louie to Perform Municipal Building. Election of of- am for the people.” And even Richard ficers will also take place at this Harris manages to harness the At Carnegie Hall in N.Y. meeting. hamminess, succinctly setting the Each artist, a member of the WAA, film’s philosophically sober tone as WESTFIELD -- David will create a close-up view of how Emperor Marcus Aurelius. Louie, a sophomore at Naturally, in a respectful nod to he or she works. The demonstrat- Hollywood tradition, ancient Romans Westfield High School, will ing artists will include full-time art- still speak with a proper British ac- perform at Carnegie Recital ist Bill Cammon of Union, illustra- cent. Hall in New York City on tor Paul Casale, of Cranford, Linda Kolar of Westfield, sculptor Shirley Truth be told, the architectural evo- Sunday, May 28, at 1 p.m. cation of the legendary city is a bit Oslislo of Westfield and multi-me- A Fun Filled Art Workshop Experience much, a tad too perfect. Which tends David will be included as dia artist Dorothy Wilkinson of For Children, Teens & Adults... All Levels Welcome! to remind that it’s all being done by a part of a trio with violinist Clark. little computer. But then again, much Jamie Yang and pianist Chris- The demonstration is free and of this saga has to be exaggerated. If topher Lin. They will per- the public is invited to attend. The SUMMER SESSION NOW FORMING it weren’t, the political lesson, every form a trio by Locatelli for room is handicapped accessible. bit as poignant as the message in For information about the WAA Now Introducing Teen Drawing & Painting Braveheart, would just get buried in two violins and a piano. and this meeting, please call (908) 908-654-5663 • 500 North Avenue East • Westfield the sand. 687-2945. An oil painting by Paul Casale CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, May 18, 2000 Page 23 Arts & Entertainment

Sidewalk Backdrop for Art Show Actor’s Strike in NYC Cats Was More Successful Than Park Continued from Page 24 Continued from Page 24 nothing to do with talent. For every The JCP has also informed the ing on October 7, 1982, and the By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN town Westfield Corporation blue popped off of a black can- commercial you are cast in, there striking unions that they can easily production received seven Tony Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times (DWC) to bring the event to the vas with white frame, causing was another 50 that you auditioned hire established union talent in Awards in 1983. WESTFIELD – Mindowaskin for. Imagine going on a job inter- other countries, as the unions in One of the finest Broadway ballads of sidewalks of Elmer, Elm and East passersby to enjoy some double- view 15 times a week. However, this Canada and England are similar to all time, “Memory,” comes from the Park in the springtime used to be Broad Streets and Central Av- takes. the setting for the Westfield Art is exactly what actors have to do. those in the United States, but have show, and it is one of the many antici- enue. Along East Broad Street, the The real work is finding the work. not yet staged a strike of their own. pated highlights of the production. The Association’s (WAA) annual Side- According to Debbie Schmidt Dixie All-Stars from the Westfield When you do book a job it is ex- Filming costs are also considerably song made famous by Barbra Streisand’s walk Show & Sale. However this at the Chamber of Commerce, Community Band lured down- tremely well deserved. Actors work lower in Canada, and a lot of United recording is belted out in the show by year, WAA brainstormed with the the decision proved to be a fruit- town patrons in an appreciative remarkably hard, and yes, the ben- States films are shot in Toronto, so the character, Grizabella, The Glamour ful one. circle, tapping their heels and efits of this industry can be amazing, this threat may not be unsubstanti- Cat. Grizabella is a coveted role, and has “The Chamber, DWC swaying with small children in but believe me, success in this busi- ated. been portrayed by some wonderful and WAA are all very their arms. Kudos go out to the ness does not come easily. Both sides are standing firm, and Broadway Diva’s, including Betty I spoke with a prominent casting it is a frightening time to be an Buckley, Elaine Paige, and the late Laurie pleased and the artists entertainers, such as the en- director in New York City who re- actor. I am a member of both SAG Beechman. were especially sembles from the Band and the quested that his name not be men- and AFTRA and I have worked Filled with extremely advanced tech- pleased,” she remarked. New Jersey Workshop for the Arts, tioned. His agency handles a lot of quite a bit in my career, and for that nology and terrific dancing, Cats has She added that the which brought the streets to life. television and radio commercials I am grateful. Obviously, I want the always been a fun evening of theatre. change in venue yielded Also along Elm Street, WAA and I wanted to get an idea of how JCP to meet my unions’ demands. The Really Useful Group, LTD, which positive results by allow- member Rosalie Zakutansky pre- someone is his position might feel But if they don’t, when will it end? produces the show along with theatre ing artists to bring their sented intricate oil paintings, giant, Cameron Mackintosh, have been wares to a larger audi- mostly of the fruit and floral vari- pioneers in the American and British theatre, producing such shows as Phan- ence, while attracting ety. Purple and salmon African tom of the Opera, Starlight Express and shoppers for downtown violets were in full bloom amid Song & Dance, three of Andrew Lloyd merchants. sheer gold window curtains and Webber’s biggest hits. West Nyack, N.Y. fruit brimming out of bowls In an attempt to bring musical theatre painter Oswaldo Ventura looked ripe for the picking in Ms. to a wide range of patrons, The Really agreed with Useful Group donates 50 free Cats tick- the choice to ets every week to high school students bring the in the Metropolitan area. The cast of Cats show to the has also successfully raised millions of dollars for Broadway Cares/Equity Fight central busi- AIDS, a charitable organization that helps ness district. people in the theatre community who As of 11:30 are living with AIDS. Michelle H. LePoidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times p.m., only one The September 9 performance of the African violets come alive because of and 1/2 hours feline musical has been donated by the Rosalie Zakutansky’s artistry. into the event, producers to The Actor’s Fund, and he proudly tickets are available to the public through folks at the Westfield Area Cham- noted the sale of two the national human-service charity. The ber of Commerce and Down- paintings. final performance of Cats on September 10 is an invitation-only affair. Tickets for “It is much better in the June 25 performance were not for the streets than in the sale and would have also been an Button Show park,” he said. invitation-only performance. Mr. Ventura, who After the last performance of Cats, Continued from Page 24 was born in Peru The Winter Garden Theater will un- dergo a six-month renovation, and sev- where he studied and Kerrianne Spellman Cort for The Westfield Leader and The Times graduated Cum Laude eral future shows are lined up to be the and finish. next possible occupants. Mamma Mia, Each button by Mr. Templeton from the University of about the strike. Will I ever be able to work in While he admitted that he was commercials again? I would never the musical based on the music of the cost an average of $35, while Fine Arts in Lima, Peru, pop group, “ABBA,” is one of the hope- displayed eye-grasping very fond of actors, he stated that cross the picket line and accept some of the more antique but- he didn’t think it was fair that an struck work, but if the opposing fuls for The Winter Garden in 2001. tons sought after by avid collec- acrylic paintings with You still have time to experience a rich, soulful color, actor be paid $20,000 for one day sides do not come to an agree- tors could be priced upwards of of work. (Mind you, this money is ment, my options are certainly lim- bit of theatre history as tickets are mostly depicting the still on sale, and I’ll keep you posted $200-$300. Michelle H. LePoidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times paid over the period of a year: four ited. spirit of his native Jane H. Annis of Mountainside displayed her 13-week cycles, and is not paid in Matt Miller, the President of The if I hear of yet another life for the Trays upon trays of these col- people. Through the artwork at the Sidewalk Show & Sale last Cats. lectibles were not only available a lump sum.) Association of Independent Com- hues of deep red, tur- Saturday. He stated that he works every- mercial Producers (AICP) was The producers of the smash hit have for perusal, but for judging. Ms. quoise and ecru, Mr. quoted in the May 1 issue of Adweek always proudly stated, “Cats-Now and day, as well as the advertising Forever.” Perhaps that isn’t too far from Chazin explained that certain cat- agents and the hundreds of other saying, “Either the agencies are Ventura crafted unique textures Zakutansky’s work. the truth. egories such as “Turtles” or “Pa- in a mosaic-like format. The Perth Amboy artist, who people that it takes to make a going to cave in and make it very perweight Buttons” allowed col- Roy Steinberg also offered com- noted that she has participated in commercial. Why should the actor expensive to make lectors, hoping to earn blue rib- mendable pieces of his artistry the annual WAA show for a couple be so financially rewarded for only commercials here, or bons, to put their best buttons along Elm Street. One such piece of years, confided that she was one or possibly two days of work? the actors are going to I reminded him that he of all decide that they need forward. which outlines female figures, glad the weather held up for the people must know the amount of to work.” Ms. Chazin proudly noted that seemingly expressionless faces day when it was originally sched- legwork that an actor has to do just In the midst of the in all of her years as a Society and even the silhouette of a mu- uled to rain. to keep his head above water. strike, some small ad member, no specific topic or sician, flowed in succession on a Across the street, Arthur Annis That $20,000 may very well be agencies, recording theme of the fragile fasteners has backdrop of vivid rainbow tones. of Mountainside explained his the only money that the actor earns studios and production ever been repeated. “We have Fire engine red to summer sky wife, Jane’s artwork with great that year. Not to mention the houses have signed an that much to talk about,” she esteem and pride. He demon- amount of out of pocket expenses “Interim Agreement” an actor is liable for: travel, park- with SAG/AFTRA, al- said. strated how, in order to achieve Elements String Quartet the original look and feel of her ing, an answering service, agent lowing a small percent- The Society has spoken to and manager’s fees, pictures and age of actors to work Brownie troops, the Woman’s To Perform at St. Paul’s mosaic-type arrangements, she resumes, clothing purchases for for the pay scale that Club of Scotch Plains and several tears colored papers against the specific projects — the list goes on the unions request. WESTFIELD – Friends of Mu- grain. Therefore, the white edge other organizations to spread the and on. Picketing is still tak- sic at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of the paper is revealed, creating word about buttons. She recalled in Westfield will present The Ele- Because an actor is essentially ing place in New York a unique outline to its colored and Los Angeles in ments String Quartet in concert self-employed, there is really no a visit to Wesley Hall Nursery such thing as an expense account. front of the offices of on Monday, May 22, at 8 p.m. counterpart. School in Westfield during which In her watercolor artwork, how- The actor is in business for himself, the large agencies and the children cast their eyes on The program will include so therefore is responsible for ev- the clients who em- Beethoven’s “Grosse Fuge,” ever, Mr. Annis explained that his trays and trays of all types of wife will experimentally cover a ery dime. It is no wonder that so ploy them. I person- buttons. Mendelssohn’s “String Quartet in many actors have to take side jobs ally think that the sign- A Minor,” and Bartok’s “Third canvas with varied colors and While photographing some of in restaurants and elsewhere just ing of this interim String Quartet.” return the next day to observe to put food on the table. agreement is bold of the most colorful buttons that Members of the Quartet in- what forms and shapes she would The casting director again stated these smaller organi- afternoon, Ms. Chazin pleasantly clude Kyoko Kashiwagi and Evan like to place over the color to that he liked working with actors, zations and I applaud them. They PROUD COMPETITOR…Kathy confided that although one Mirapaul, violin; Brett Deubner, bring the piece to life. but if he had to choose sides, he realize that we are in the middle of Yang, 13, of Westfield, who is pic- would never guess the delight viola; and Peter Seidenberg, cello. Holding a cup of coffee, Ms. would pick the advertisers. We something that potentially can be- tured with her teacher Sondra associated with collecting but- Donations will be accepted at Annis crossed bustling Elm Street agreed to disagree. come very arduous, yet they are Tammam, won the First Annual Andrew De Grado Piano Competi- tons, learning about their variet- the door. For more information, to add some more details to her During the strike, SAG and continuing to hire union actors and please call Charles Banks at (908) AFTRA actors are not allowed to get their own work done, despite tion. She performed in the win- ies and their uniqueness is cer- technique when watercoloring. ners recital at the Community 232-8506, Extension No. 17. “I have no idea what is going to work in commercials. They are this mess. I am hoping that more tainly an education in and of also not allowed to attend audi- will follow their lead, and I sin- Theatre in Morristown. Kathy also itself. happen,” she said when discuss- tions for commercials. cerely hope that the strike will not was a winner in the concerto divi- ing the transformation. The unions are hoping that the persist for much longer. sion of the Young Pianist Compe- Mr. Annis jokingly remarked tition of New Jersey and performed lack of talent available to the ad- SAG President William Daniels, the Mozart Concerto in G, First that when he first views the wa- vertising agencies will make them (most recognized for his work on “St. Movement, K. 453 at Steinway Hall tercolor without its shape and realize that they have to make Elsewhere”) has been prominent at in New York earlier this year. theme, he tells his wife, “Yes, some changes, and fast. However, most of the Los Angeles rallies, and that’s nice. It’s going to be some- many large advertising agencies he is confident that there will be a thing!” have vowed to work through the happy ending to this situation. Business Group Seeks Finally, Mary Paynter of strike by hiring non-union actors Though that happy ending may Westfield discussed her portrai- who will accept the lower pay. take some time, Mr. Daniels urges Crafters for June Fair This puts even these actors in a actors to remain strong and stand ture which she crafts in oils and terribly awkward position, as they up for what is right. SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch pastels. To call these portraits may not be able to ever join the At the May 1 rally in Los Angeles, Plains Business and Professional “striking” is an understatement, unions once the strike has ended. Mr. Daniels said, “The ad agencies Association will hold its annual Clas- doing no justice to the work of There is not an enormous amount are stating that it is business as sic Car Show and Craft Fair on Sun- the artist. of work for non-union actors. Be- usual. If you can call cancellation day, June 11, with a rain date, if With her own individual flair, ing a union member greatly in- of scheduled spots by well known necessary, of Sunday June 25. Ms. Paynter paints emotion into creases your chances of working, athletes, the cancellation and dis- Now in its sixth year, the event has every piece that doesn’t allow so crossing the picket line can be ruption of routine commercial drawn between 6,000 and 8,000 the surveyor to merely stroll by, very damaging. shoots in LA and New York, the people in the past. The event is not Filming a commercial during the mobilization of the 13 million AFL- a flea market and only those with but take a long, thoughtful jour- strike could be injurious to an CIO union members, and ad agen- high quality merchandise are asked ney inside the painting instead. actor’s career. cies deserting the position of their to participate. industry by signing our interim A 10-foot by 10-foot space costs agreement ‘normal’, perhaps the $40 and crafters must bring their own ad industry needs to go out and tables. Spaces will be available on buy themselves a dictionary.” the Village Green and on adjoining Elaine’s Emporium I’ve always liked William Daniels. sidewalks and streets. ~ Unusual Gifts at Affordable Prices Hopefully, this will all be re- Interested individuals may call Lisa solved for the good of all con- Mohn of Apple Blossom Flower Shop Collector Dolls, Jewelry~ cerned. at (908) 322-4999. 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Guest Editorial As Miniature Works Of Art, By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN Pen and Ink Buttons Are More Than Fasteners Standstill Ensues For Actors During Largest Putting A Price By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN defines the avid collector. Templeton and C.J. Rogovoy of Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times After attending a Button Show Mauricetown were perhaps the On ‘Friends’-ship: SCOTCH PLAINS – “You would at the Cannonball House in Scotch most complex. Lobsters, squirrels, think it is small and won’t take up Plains, Ms. Chazin realized her penguins and lighthouses came to Strike in Past 12 Years Are They Worth a lot of room, but…” Gloria Chazin interest for the hobby had grown life with tiny pieces of different of Scotch Plains isn’t talking about tremendously. Suddenly, she woods pieced together to form A Million Each? a doll or Beanie Baby collection, By KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT Actors’ Equity Association (the actor found herself at a meeting of the these wonderful works of art. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times rather something on a smaller scale local 8-10 member club, Button Mr. Templeton told The Leader and stage manager theatre union) fully Does the cast of NBC’s – buttons. Editor’s Note: Kerrianne Spellman supports its sister unions, as well as the Friends. and The Times that some of his Cort is an actress and singer, with AFL-CIO Executive Council, who stated “Friends” look like a million But, Ms. Chazin wasn’t always a “Every state has its own state buttons may take up to five hours dollars to you? Well, that’s what button enthusiast. “I went to flea associations to AFTRA, EQUITY and publicly this week that they would meeting,” she explained, adding to craft, between the tracing of a SAG. She has many Broadway, Off- give all appropriate assistance to SAG they’ve asked from the net- markets. I didn’t sew, but sud- that the National Button Society design, configuring the individual Broadway, television and commer- and AFTRA. work, placing a giant, neon denly, I bought jars and jars of holds a week-long conference pieces and the shellacking of the cial roles to her credit, including her It was a real advantage for the them,” she told The Westfield devoted to discussing the mate- piece to achieve the perfect polish portrayal of Fantine in Les Miserables. striking unions when both Tiger Woods “OR ELSE” sign over their heads Leader and The Times. Now, she rial, subject matter, artwork and Continued on Page 23 and Boston Red Sox star Nomar with the ultimatum: Pay up or architecture of each button. NEW YORK CITY — After months Garciaparra refused to work this past pull the plug. Thank goodness Last Saturday, when the Society of unsuccessful negotiations with the week in a Nike and Dunkin’ Donuts they’ve only gotten their sala- held its annual Spring Show and Joint Policy Committee of The Ameri- commercial, respectively. However, it Competition at All Saints’ Episco- Cats Resusciated can Association of Advertising Agen- appears that there is a long road ries raised to $750,000 from pal Church in Scotch Plains, but- cies (4 A’s) and The Association of ahead. $125,000. tons in every size, shape, age, National Advertisers (ANA), The Screen Rallies were staged on May 1 in all While I’m a strong propo- form, color and theme were dis- A Little Longer played for both enjoyment and analysis. The specially selected theme of For Theatergoers the event was “lobsters and lobstering,” according to Ms. By KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT Chazin. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Trays of buttons ranging from MANHATTAN – There’s no the paperweight variety with intri- business like show business, cate swirls and tubes of varying and this old adage rang true Antique Buttons: top left, color to the realistic buttons which once again this past week when Kutani Porcelain; Modern have been crafted in the exact the producers of the longest Satsuma; and Ying Yang shape and style of the subject – running Broadway show, Cats, nent of paying actors their fair Cookie. such as a frog, sailboat or flower. announced that they would be share for their talent, I also “Studio Buttons” by Tom extending their 17-year-run for another three months. believe these actors must pos- sess a certain quality of talent in David Palladino’s order to deserve that paycheck. “Friends” has only been bowl- ing us over in the ratings for the Music Corner last few weeks because they added Bruce Willis to the cast as Jennifer Aniston’s fleeting A Review of Local Concerts love interest. Without that,

Kerrianne Spellman Cort for The Westfield Leader and The Times they’re just a half dozen of cof- UP IN ARMS...The largest actor strike in 12 years has been staged in New fee-chugging yuppies perma- Madama Butterfly Soars York City by members of The Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and The nently branding their bottoms Kerrianne Spellman Cort for The Westfield American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA). Leader and The Times on a café couch at Central Perk. Actors Guild (SAG) and The American major advertising cities: New York, Does that merit a million per Originally set to close on Sun- Triumphantly by WSO Federation of Television and Radio Los Angeles, San Francisco and Chi- actor? In reality, if we must for day, June 25, the show will now Artists (AFTRA) have joined forces to cago. Protesters were seen carrying see its final performance on stage the biggest actor strike in 12 a moment, we are all more By DAVID PALLADINO placards that read “It pays to advertise Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Sunday, September 10. Ticket years. but advertisers won’t pay!” as well as fascinated by Jennifer’s hair and sales had been waning for the The strike officially began on Mon- “Commerce without Conscience!” The her love affair with Brad Pitt to WESTFIELD — The Westfield past several years, but with the day, May 1, after the opposing sides Symphony Orchestra concluded picketing is continuing on a daily basis get wrapped up in what is announcement of the June clos- could not come to an agreement. and major advertising agencies are the their 1999-2000 season this past ing, theatergoers flocked to The SAG and AFTRA together represent target. supposed to be a serial plot. weekend at The Presbyterian Winter Garden Theater in Man- over 135,000 professional actors who It is a very delicate situation, and The actors have been threaten- Church in Westfield with the mu- hattan for their last chance to make their living in film, television both sides are passionate about where ing to walk if they aren’t com- sic to Giacomo Puccini’s Madama obtain seats for the Andrew and radio. The strike only concerns they stand. The Joint Policy Commit- Butterfly. A successful end to a the making of radio and television pensated for what they perceive Lloyd Webber smash hit. tee (JCP) has proposed that a flat rate is talent. They claim that they fantastic season. Since the notice of the June commercials and will not affect the be paid to principal actors for a televi- The vocal cast, sponsored by Dr. closing date, the theater has production of feature films or sion or radio commercial instead of should be earning eight times as Joseph P. De Alessandro, included been at 94 percent capacity, primetime and daytime serials. the current “Pay for play” contract that much as their current salary. Sujin Lee as “Butterfly,” Steven compared to the 50 percent it The actors who are fortunate enough compensates the actor based on the With “Friends” like this, who Harrison as “Pinkerton,” Mika has been scraping by with for to be employed currently in film and amount of times that the commercial Shigematzu as “Suzuki,” Shouvik television can breathe just a bit easier has aired. needs enemies? the last several years. than their fellow union members who Mondle as “Sharpless,” Matthew Based on 14 poems from T.S. Several years ago, the unions be- Surapine as the “Marriage Broker” make their living primarily in com- grudgingly accepted a flat rate fee for Eliot’s book, “Old Possum’s mercials, but the strike, indeed, affects the commercials aired on cable televi- and Thomas Goldstein as “Il Book of Practical Cats,” the Bonzo.” ing much of the vocal weight. Her all members of both unions. sion but didn’t back down when it Lloyd Webber musical has In fact, most professional television came to network usage. What the JCP Maestro David Wroe assumed voice was strong and bold through- thrilled audiences since its open- his role as conductor. The choral out. She excelled at interpretation and radio actors are members of both is proposing is that there be a flat rate and especially phrasing. Continued on Page 23 AFTRA and SAG, as well as many for all usage, whether it is cable, sections were provided by the other entertainment unions. China Chorale of New Jersey, di- Leading male tenor Steven network or on the Internet. On the other side of the table, in rected by Shuang Guo. Harrison as Pinkerton could not initially match the volume nor in- addition to standing firm on the “Pay Madama Butterfly is a tragic for Play” contract that currently only opera consisting of three acts set tensity of fellow vocalists and or- covers national network usage, SAG in Nagasaki, Japan at the turn of chestra, but settled in well enough, and AFTRA also wish to raise the flat the (previous) century. Pinkerton, once he warmed up a bit. rate of cable payments to “Pay for an American sailor who claims a Shouvik Mondle and Matthew Play.” Japanese girl of 15 as his bride, is Surapine came through with strong The JCP argues that this will cost the compelled to leave the island. voices and convincing dramatic advertisers millions of dollars and is ARTIST OF THE WEEK Butterfly loyally waits for his re- performances. unnecessary. They feel that the flat rate turn and deals with the cultural Maestro Wroe and the orchestra fee they are offering of $2,575 per 13- predicament in which they have offered a particularly strong show- week usage cycle is fair. This fee is for placed themselves. ing. Volume of orchestra was ex- unlimited usage of the spot. The cur- Meg Ryan When Pinkerton returns to Ja- cellent and appropriate. Outstand- rent contract pays $3,025 for 42 runs, pan several years later with his ing musical solos were given by and $5,730 for 100 runs. (1961- ) American wife, Butterfly, grasping concertmaster Anton Miller. When you look at these numbers, the situation all to well, decides Several horn infelicities occurred indeed, it does appear that an actor in The girl next door. The home- that the only honorable act left for at opening of Act II during ff. a commercial is paid quite well. If you coming queen. Actress Meg are one of the fortunate few who is herself is to commit suicide. Wroe’s understanding of opera, Ryan always seems like the Voices were generally strong no doubt honed in Heidelberg, lucky enough to book 10 commercials in one year, there is no question that happiest human on Earth. Her with lead soprano Sujin Lee carry- Continued on Page 22 you will make a nice living. That year. bubbly smile radiates across The entire residual “Pay for Play” the silver screen and her genu- contract went into effect to protect ine nature breaks through the MEET THE AUTHORS actors and compensate them for the Hollywood hubbub where few ATURDAY AY TH inevitable day when an advertising things are natural. S , M 20 executive will not hire them because Out of the name Margaret they have been overexposed. Mary Emily Anne Hyra came Michelle H. LePoidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times The producers of a Coca-Cola com- America’s sweetheart, Meg. MICHAEL REX FINE ARTIST...The Westfield Art Association, in conjuntion with the mercial are not about to hire that guy Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Westfield Corpo- that everyone knows from the Pepsi She was born in Fairfield, Author of ration held its annual Sidewalk Show and Sale in downtown Westfield ad. This is understandable and clearly Conn. and was abandoned, last Saturday. Pictured, above, Oswaldo Ventura uses warm tones and both sides are making strong points. along with her father and sib- My Race Car rich colors to create acrylic paintings depicting his native land of Peru. But with the flat rate that the JCP is lings, by her mother at the Also My Fire Engine See related story on Page 23. proposing, an actor will make only age of 15. $10,300 in one year for one commer- Matriculation at Bethel High 11 to 1 p.m. cial. A lot of actors go through their School and the University of entire careers without ever booking a Connecticut where she pur- commercial, and most successful com- sued journalism, only brought mercial actors average only about 5 to The Main Ingredient 10 commercials a year. Ryan to obtaining her Screen In reality, the current commercial Actors Guild Card – leading LAYNE LIFT Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie actor’s salary represents less than 2 her to commercial spots. E C percent of the total budget on a Ryan dropped out of school Author of commercial. Yet, the advertisers are and achieved small roles in 4 c. chopped rhubarb 1 tbsp. lemon juice seeking to pay the actors even less. soap operas and television se- 2 c. sliced strawberries 1/4 tsp. cinnamon The entertainment industry is an ries after she appeared in Rich To New Jersey with 1 1/3 c. granulated sugar Pastry for 9-inch double-crusted pie extremely difficult one, and I know and Famous with Candice 1/4 c. cornstarch 1 egg, beaten that there are a lot of people who are Bergen. Movie roles in Love & Apologies not aware of that. A lot of folks who are not close to the industry think Amityville III: The Demon and Place first six ingredients in a bowl and blend. Roll out 1/2 Top Gun brought Ryan to one of the pastry on a lightly-floured surface and line pie plate. that movie stars and millions of dol- 2 to 4 p.m. lars are the norm, but in actuality, of the roles she is most known Spoon in strawberry-rhubarb filling. Brush pie crust rim with fame and fortune only graces a very for: Sally Burns in When Harry egg. Using a knife, cut remainder of pastry into 1-inch strips. small percentage of the community Met Sally. Since then, the Can’t Attend? Call To Order Your Personally Inscribed Copy Today! Weave strips over pie to form lattice design. Brush with egg. of professional actors. scripts kept on coming. Place pie on baking sheet at 425-degrees for 15 minutes. What most people don’t realize is Ryan and her husband Den- THE TOWN BOOK STORE Reduce heat to 375-degrees and bake 50-60 minutes or until the amount of work that goes into nis Quaid, who exchanged the filling is thickened and crust is golden. Serves 8. simply getting a job and this has 255 East Broad Street, Westfield • 908-233-3535 vows in 1991, maintain homes Continued on Page 23 in Santa Monica and Montana. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK