THE SOUTH AM BOY **++SAYRE VILLE Date: January 18,1993 Vol. 2 Issue 4 PASCUCCI HUMAN SELECTED RELATIONS PRESIDENT COMMITTEE Republican John Pascucci has been select- ed as President of the Borough Council. He SELECTED succeeds Ken Olchaskey. Democratic Coun- Sayreville Mayor John McCormack cilman James Zagata sought the presidency, appointed five people to the Human Rela- but after a closed session, the council tions Committee, which will attempt to backed Pascucci for the position. resolve racial, ethnic, or sexist conflicts in the Borough. Selected for 3-year terms were REICK CHOSEN Robert Cartegena. Sandra McCormack, Deborah Port. C. Moore, and Alfonso COUNCIL Peralta. PRESIDENT ILLEGAL At the City of South Amboy's reorganiza- SUPPLIERS tion meeting on New Year's Day, three Democrats were sworn in. Incumbents Rus- BEWARE! sell Stillwagon and James Reick, and new- South Amboy's Mayor John T. O'Leary comer Don Thomas. Reick was chosen has announced plans for a new task force Council President, and Fred Henry as vice- that will hopefully crack down on those who president. supply drugs and alcohol to minors. The special force will be headed by Det.Robert St. Mary's Slates McKeon. So. Amboy's Vince Poulsen (kneeling) delivers items to Long Branch Middle School, a drop point for the needy storm victims. Standing L-R Joe Ferraina-Asst. Supt- Alumni Dinner Long Branch Public Schools, Robert Celli-Principal-Long Branch Middle School, Bea Coleman, Tony Malave, Santos Vazauez, John Williams. Dance The St. Mary's High School Alumni Association will be holding a gala Dinner- NEXT around here (Highlands), he contacted us in Dance on Saturday, Feb. 6th from 8 p.m. ISSUE Mission Of a time of need, and asked what he could do. until midnight in the school cafeteria. All St. Mary's Alumni, their spouses, and all Mercy Vince did so much to help us during this friends of the St. Mary's family are cordial- February 8 critical time. He stood out in an unbeliev- ly invited to attend. By Tom Burkard able way. The magnitude of what he's done A delicious hot & cold buffet is planned, Eight days before Christmas, South for us deserves recognition," an appreciative and beer and soda will be available, or you Amboy's Vince Poulsen was watching the Hill concluded. may BYOB. The multi-talented Brian Channel 9 News, as he does every night. O'Connor of South Amboy, and his band Little did he realize that what he would see. While most people were scurrying around will provide the entertainment. Many great would make his Christmas of '92 his most trying to do last minute Christmas shopping. memories of the old days at the halls of DEADLINE satisfying ever. Poulsen was busy trying to secure aid for Blue and Gold will undoubtedly be rekin- the storm victims. "It was the true feeling of dled at this festive occasion. ADS- The News Reporter was interviewing peo- Christmas." he said. ple whose lives had been changed dramati- Tickets for the event are $25 each, and can EDITORIALS cally by the Great Nor-Easter at the Jersey The South Amboy native not only touched be purchased from the school office by call- Shore. A young boy was asked what he the lives of the people of the Highlands, but ing 721-0748: Phyllis Pohl at 727-5627; January 29 wanted for Christmas prior to the storm, and his help was greatly appreciated by Union Rosemary Bisset Roulleu at 727-8651; or lie said "a motorized car." Then he was Beach, Monmouth Beach, Sea Bright, and Tom Burkard at 727-0398. asked what he wanted now, and he respond- Long Branch. "I was very impressed with ed "the only thing I want now is a place to how many people came forward in a time of live." Poulsen was emotionally moved by real need." said Poulsen. People as far away St. Stan's Collected Stuffed Animals For Charity the young boy's revelation. "I was heart- as Our Lady of Mercy Church of South shattered. It really bothered me," Vince said. Bound Brook became committed to the C\ ' m Poulsen then saw a phone number in the cause by donating food from a drive they Asbury Park Press to call if you could help were having for the needy of their own par- with donations for the storm victims. His ish. Mr. Poulsen-would like to thank every- next step was to contact Tim Hill. Director one who helped and especially Tommy Kal- of Recreation of The Highlands. After find- man. drivers who helped deliver the items to ing out the needs of the community, Poulsen the different locations, all the churches, began his major disaster relief efforts. Not organizations in the area, and "all the won- an easy task, by any stretch of the imagina- derful people who came forward." tion. He began making literally hundreds of phone calls, in his words, "networking with In an interview on WCTC radio. Vince everyone I know." and getting donations made this very profound statement. "We've such as canned foods, linens, towels, paper taken from the Jersey Shore for years, anci goods, clothing, toys, of which some were now its time we give something back." even beautifully wrapped for the Shore's Vince Poulsen certainly did give something grief-stricken. back, and than some. He helped to brighten the lives of the downtrodden, especially dur- Vince Poulsen, "modern day do-gooder, or ing the holidays when everyone should be knight in shining armor to those in distress, happy. He got involved. He made life a little just wanted to make Christmas a little better better for those in need. Vince Poulsen wa> St. Stan's Student Council collected over 200 for the less-fortunate, and he did just that. one shining star who rose above the rest, on stuffed animals which were donated to the Tim Hill says, "Although he's not from his Mission of Mercy during Christmas '92. Ozanam Shelter along with a 4ft. bear to serve as mascot. The animals will be given to child- ren when they arrive at the shelter. 2 January 18, 1993 South Amboy-Sayreville Times BOMBER BAND BREAKS RECORDS Old School Newspapers, TalkOfTheTowns The Sayreville War Memorial High School Yearbooks, Wanted Saint By Tom Burkard Marching Unit, better known as the Bomber Band, broke all previous school records in If you have any old high school newspa- Mary's GET WELL WISHES TO FATHER JOE 1992, by winning most of the competitions pers, yearbooks, or other memorabilia, we Sacred Heart's popular Pastor, Father that they entered. The young and talented at the Times would be interested in Scene Joseph Banach has recently been ill. Get musicians were under the guidance of Band researching it. It it would be agreeable with well quick, Father Joe, you're in our Director Pete Vala. The culmination of the you. we would only keep it tor a short time, thoughts and prayers! super-season was when they finished 2nd and return it in the condition we received it. By Teresa Mularz New pastor takes over at St. Stan's out of 45 bands at Giants Stadium. Congrat- II you have any Old Sayreville Echo- With the beginning of 1993 the newly Rev. Leon Aniszczyk has recently taken ulations, on a job well done! Lites, St. Mary's Crown's, or Hoffman Hi- elected Freshmen Senate members began over as Pastor of St. Stanislaus Kostka ST. MARY'S ROOF SUFFERS DAM- Lites, or yearbooks, please give us a call at their duties. The members are: Adrianna Church in Sayreville. Best of luck, Pastor, AGE FROM NOR-EASTER 727-0398. Thank You. Dowd. John Hernandez, Zenaida Cruz, and God Bless you! It seems like St. Mary's High School is suf- Is Your World Upside Down? Hether McGinely. and Alyssa Vona. Patrick fering from a prolonged case of hard luck. Students At St. Stan's Help Less Fortunate In our December issue, there was a busi- O'Conner was elected secretary and Jose The school's roof suffered severe damage St. Stan's students are also remembering those ness card ad that appeared to be inadvertent- Gamboa elected president of the Freshmen from the Tornado of '92, and repair work less fortunate this season. Grades K-8 partici- ly placed upside down. Countless readers Class. Congratulations and good luck to was finally begun a couple of months ago, pated in a Giving Tree donating gifts to be dis- brought it to our attention, and although them and their advisor Mrs. Helena Rosato. and progress was steady...Until the Nor- tributed at Christmas. The pre-school partici- everyone makes mistakes, this was a An annual event at St. Mary's is "Eagle Easter of "92 hit in December, and caused pated in a Baby Shower for Baby Jesus. All marketing strategy used by our advertiser. Spirit Week." This event is taking place the more damage, and delays. Many local peo- items received are wrapped and ready for He tells us that the response was tremen- week of February 23-26. The week consists ple were only too happy to see 1992 end. delivery. dous for this great business opportunity. Did of various activities including a quiz show, What a year! An earthquake, tornado, and you notice the ad. and think we goofed? and academic bowl. The week will end on The month of December also saw our 1st Nor-Eastcr. Pride on our Side Pep Rally. The children and Friday with "Spirit Day." Good luck to each faculty participated in a Volleyball game in CONGRATULATIONS TO NOBLE of the classes as they compete throughout which the faculty were victorious. The stud- FAMILIES ON RECENT BIRTHS Whitef lakes flr> the week. ents also raised $140.00 for the missions by Det. Thomas and Mary Noble of South By Albert Gomolka Jr. A special honor has been bestowed upon selling links to decorate the gym. Our holiday Amboy are proud to announce the births of Times Poet Laureate St. Mary's. The American Chemical Society preparations concluded with a Christmas Con- their two new grandchildren. Joseph and Mary c. 1976 has selected thirty of our students to attend a Chemistry Expo. The Event will be held at cert on December 21st and prayer service on (Noble) Repice of Vineland, N.J. had their big Do'th thou drop to me this mom the Liberty Science Center on January 26. December 23. day on Sept. 18 with the birth of their daughter, For some beknown intention Only I,OCX) students have been selected to Jaclyn Mary, who weighed in at 7 pounds. How gently comes our meeting IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE- TRUE attend. We are extremely proud to be repre- CHRISTMAS CLASSIC Thomas and JoAnn (Cadigan) Noble of South My sence wills no prevention... sented at such an event. Were you one of the zillions of people who Amboy also had a daughter, Ashley Lauren, Whiteflakes light my cheeks, my nose took the time to watch it's A Wonderful Life born on Sept. 1, and weighing 9 pounds. And cling to hairs intensely Mrs. K. Redling won 1st place in the on one of the countless stations that it was ST. STAN'S PEP RALLY AIDS Thy pinch is cold yet warming second annual Foul Shooting Contest. John on this recent holiday season? Fin happy to MISSIONS I sop thee up immensely... Sullivan took second place, while Larry say that I was. Over the last several years, St. Stanislaus Kostka School recently had Float and fall and softly hit Kovacs defeated Jesse Holovacko claiming I've made it a personal tradition to watch their 1st Pride on our side pep rally. The child And hushed lie clean contently third place. this outstanding movie classic that should ren and faculty participated in a Volleyball As nature grants, I view sighs A special congratulations go out to all our hit home even to the coldest of hearts. Just game in which the faculty was victorious. The That heaven yields fomently... Fall Sports players selected as All Division think of how the world would be if you were students raised $140 for the missions by sell- Winter breeds thy scene of mute Team. For Girl's Soccer, Kristen Palomo never born, and how many lives would be ing links to decorate the gym. Now sees me thy aesthetics and Shannon Kemble have been selected. different. Well, I'm glad you're here, and Thy psychol moods me, Whiteflakes, John Kugel and Claudia Was, members of reading this! I bard thee my poetics. the Cross-Country Team, and Brian Bohins- ki of Boys Soccer was chosen as well. Students on Campus Ministry have been working diligently on a special Play. After Hoffman High School REQUIREMENTS FOR ARTICLES & performing it for the school, special perfor- COLUMNS mances will be held for the public from /" Presents /" January 15-IK. Written by Martin Chevrin Articles or monthly columns will not be accepted if they are: I. not received before to awaken the public about various current or on the deadline date (found in small box issues the play deals with specific serious n Beauty and The Beast on front page of each issue). 2. not typed topics. Among them are death, pregnancy, (ink must be dark-for scanner, and and suicide. The ending leaves those to pon- typewriter should be a modern model, or der upon the play and life. Please show your f Fri. & Sat., Feb. 5th & 6th, 1993 have a newer ribbon. 3. not proofread by support by coming out to see the play. Tick- the writer, with corrections made on a ets will be $5.00 each. All proceeds will be ^ 8:00 p.m. -rf separate copy of the article. 4. printed on a put towards sending students to see the Holy computer with Dot type. 5. copies that are Father in Colorado. If anyone would like to not dark enough. Anyone is welcome to help sell tickets in their parish please con- A. Tickets available through the High School A submit articles or news to the Times, P.O. tact Sister M. Kateri between 2:30 and 4:00 r 525-2108 * Box 3027. So. Amboy. N.J. 08X79. p.m. at 721-0748. On behalf of the students and faculty at fj Adults $4.00 Jj St. Mary's, best wishes for a happy and Children 10 & under $3.00 Home healthy New Year. A Luxury Sky Boxes $15.00 decorating SOUTH AMBOY winners SAYREVILLE TIMES Mary Lou DeBlis, Superintendent of P.O. BOX 3027 C-K Family Deli Recreation is proud to announce the winners SOUTH AMBOY, N.J. 08879 126 N. Broadway, S. Amboy, N.J. 08879 of the Recreation Department's Second Tel. 727-0398 Annual Home & Business Decorating Con- Editor-in-Chief test which was held on December 14th. Tom Burkard MOST OUTSTANDING - D'Agostino, 130 721-9608 Feature Writers Open Mon-Fri 6AM-5PM, Sat 7AM-2PM Bertram Ave. BEST DRESSED - Dombrowski, 145 So. Virginia Stillwagon Theresa Mularz Pine Ave. Teo Weber MOST ORIGINAL - Bloodgood, 254 Hen- Linda Schaefer THE BEST BREAKFAST IN TOWN ry St. Rosanne Cross Savoi MOST BEAUTIFUL - Moran, 343 4th St. Rev. Gray Come in and try our tasty new breakfast creations Fr. Andrew L. Szaroleta MOST SPECTACULAR - English, 94 Ruth Connors • Cheesesteak & Eggs • Omelets • Pork Roll, Eggs & Cheese Pupek Rd. Ed Welsh • All served on half a sub roll STORE WINDOW - Beauty Plus, 108 No. Juan Gamboa Broadway and Poet Laureate O'Ireland, 130 No. Broadway Albert Gomolka Jr. Bellybuster Breakfast Sandwich - "A Really Big One" A formal presentation will be made by Opinions and comments in printed articles do not necessarily reflect the opinion of The South Amboy- Mayor John T. O'Leary to the winners at a Sayreville Times, c.1991. (Sausage, Egg, Pork Roll, Cheese & Hash Browns) only $2.75 This newspaper will not be liable for errors appearing in future City Council Meeting. the advertising beyond the cost of space occupied by error. January 18,1993 South Amboy-Sayreville Times 3 Charity Ball Feb. 26 Baptist The South Amboy Memorial Hospital MONAGHAN HOUS ; E Fund-raising Committee will once again t .'•• .•":•:'• ' Church define elegance with its annual Hearts and Flowers Charity Ball. The Irish Bub - The February 26. 1993 gala promises to News be an especially festive evening, with By Ruth Connors excitement prompted by the Hospital's 75th anniversary of providing acute care services Good Food & Take Out SPECIAL NEWS FOR JANUARY to its community. Jan. 31-Praise and Prayer (Sanctuary) -7 The Diamond Jubilee celebration will be Specializing in Pizza p.m. the focus of the black-tie affair, with SPECIAL NEWS FOR FEBRUARY exquisite decorations transforming the Feb. 14-Boy Scout Sunday (Troop takes part Grand Marquis in Old Bridge. KITCHEN OPEN EVERYDAY 11:00 a.m. TILL 1 a.m. in 11 a.m. Worship Service, host the Coffee Tickets for the event are S100, with pro- Hour. ceeds going toward the purchase of state-of- Feb. 14-Children"s Video Night (Dorrick's the-art intensive care unit beds. 400 South Pine Ave., South Amboy, NJ 08879 110 David St.) For more information about the Hearts SPECIAL NEWS FOR CHILDREN and Flowers Charity Ball, call South Amboy During Jan., the chidren of our Sunday Memorial Hospital at (908) 721-1000, Banquet Facilities 727-1244 School will be making valentines to take to extension 2184. the children at Cerebal Palsy Children's rviiuncn •••••••••••.••••••••••••••••••••• i c. i ~oouo center in Edison for Valentine's Day. "Beauty Vintage TV Satellite Dish and 9TVs Commercials- and the Beast" including 2 Big Screens Part 2 Come Watch the Games Here Old Spice means quality said the captain to the boatmen-ask for the package with the ship that sails the ocean...Ajax gets you out MONDAYS TUESDAYS of the kitchen-fast...The name that's known is Firestone...Why don't you pick me up and Shrimp $900 smoke me sometime (Muriel Cigars) for fast LARGE (10 in the Rough) relief get-speedy Alka Seltzer...I'd like to $ 95 buy the world a Coke...No matter what PIZZA Take Out 4 shape your stomach is in (Alka Seltz- er)...Chunky- open wide for Chunky...Come Steamed Clams on down!...Is it true blondes have more $495 EatHereor (Doz. Little Neck) fun?...Schaefer is the one beer to have-when Take Out $ 25 you're having more than one...Meet the Take Out 5 Mets, meet the Mets step right up and greet the Mets...And away go troubles down the Beauty & The Beast SPECIALTY drain Roto Rooter...M & M's melt in your Top, left to right: Fred Terris (the Beast), WEDNESDAYS mouth-not in your hands...Eat too much, Kristen Pasquale (Beauty), Mike Glasser DRINKS drink too much, take Briocci, take Brioc- (Papa), Margaret Rynkowski (Adelle) and Bar Pie ci...Mr. Clean, Mr. Clean... Let your fingers Melissa Paul (Jeanettte) do the walking in the Yellow Pages...People $250 7 p.m. to 2 am on the go-know- Miller makes it right...Put (Plain-12 in.) a tiger in your tank with Esso...Be bright, be A musical version of the classic "Beauty Iced Teas - Alabama Slammers light-have a Pepsi...Does she or doesn't she? and the Beast" will be presented by Hoff- 95 Lynchberg Lemonade Only her hairdresser knows...L.S.M.FT. man High School on Feb. 5 & 6. Curtain Take Out *3 (Lucky Strike Means Fine Tobacco)...Every time is 8 p.m.. entrance from George St. Extra Large 20 oz. Glasses litter bit hurts...Please, please, don't be a lit— Tickets will be available during school terbug...Kool Aid, Kool Aid, tastes great- hours in the high school office - Adults $4, Wish we had some can't wait...Oh, I'd love Children 10 and under $3: Luxury Sky Box "BEER THURSDAYS to be an Oscar Meyer Weiner-everyone Seats will be available for both performanc- would be in love with me...Me hee for Yoo es. The $15 ticket will include complimen- Baby Back Hoo... Who is the ale man? He could be you tary beverages and snacks, served to the BASH" BBQRibs (Ballantine Ale)...Miller High Life the patrons throughout the performance. Tickets champagne of bottled beer...Tareyton for the Boxes will be very limited, so please All Draft Beer smokers would rather fight than plan to order early. Ticket sale begins on Take Out switch...More Park Sausages, mom...I want Tuesday. January 19th. During evening (7 P.M.-2 A.M.) my Mapo...Now its Pepsi-for those who hours, please call 721-7216. think young... 1 hope you enjoyed our two- "Beauty and the Beast" is Hoffman's first SHOTS part trip down the memory lane of television production since 1969. Faculty Directors 75 commercials! Larry D'Ambrosa and Lyn Davis have assembled a fine cast for the all-school pro- MONAGHAN HOUSE COUPON I duction. Kristen Pasquale and Fred Terris II are cast in the roles of Beauty and her Beast ONLY St. Stan's and are supported by Mike Glasser as Beau- ty's Papa, Melissa Paul as Jeanette and Mar- LARGE Catholic garet Rynkowski as Adelle. PIZZA mk Reg. 650 Former Hoffman graduate. Rick Wyso- Schools Week kowski, presently a member of the Paper- With This Coupon Expires Feb. 14, 1993 mill Playhouse staff, is credited by the Schedule directors with helping to inspire the young Sunday January 31st.-Open House 10:00- cast. Rick's vast knowledge and help with 12:00 9:15 Mass the set has created anxious anticipation Monday February 1st.-International Day within the school. in the AM and Pep Rally in the PM. In addition to its romantic story of a Beer Bucket Nite! Tuesday February ' 2nd.-Grandparents young Prince turned beast until he finds true Luncheon 11:30-12:30 love, the play is filled withy many music 8P.M.-1A.M. Wednesday February 3rd.-1/2 day Teach- numbers. "Beauty and the Beast" promises er Appreciation Day to be a charming event for children of all SMALL BUCKET (3) 12 oz. BOTTLES-*5 Thursday February 4th.-Career Day ages. Friday February 5th.-Open House for Par- LARGE BUCKET (5) 12 oz. BOTTLES-*7 ents 9:00-11.00 " 4 January 18,1993 South Amboy-Sayreville Times 10YKARSAGO- IVV 17 YEARS AGO-1976 32YKARSAG0-1961 I lIlS WGGK 111 I-Down Under-Men At Work l-l Write The Songs-Munilow I-Wonderland By Night-Bert Kaempfcrl 2-The Girl Is Mine-Michael Jackson 2-Theme From Mahogany-D. Ross 2-Are You Lonesome Tonight-Elvis Presley & Paul McCartney 3-Convoy-C.W.McCail 3-Exodus-Ferrante & Teicher 3-Dirty Laundry-Don Henley

908-721-8300 Fully Insured 24 Hour Emergency Service DOBECK & SONS Tree Experts Tree & Stump Removals • Professional Pruning Hoffman Hi-Lites .v.R AR. IT AN By Ed Welsh Mi (908) 727-2331 Happy New Year from Hoffman High School. 1993 has brought a major change to - ^A/ OFF ANY TREE CARE the South Amboy School District. Mr. John 4 f|V/A witt h this coucoupop n Olexu. our superintendent, retired on • ^# /w (presen( t at timti e of estimate) 2/15/93 ] All Work December 23, 1992. All of the students at 103 No. Stevens Ave. Hoffman wish Mr. Olexa a relaxing retire- South Amboy, NJ 08879 Guaranteed Professional Arborist - David J. Dobeck ment, and would like to give a warm wel- come to our new superintendent of school, Mr. Noviembre. On Feb. 5 & 6, Hoffman High School will GENERAL DENTISTRY present its very first play since 1969. Just SAMITART recently during our morning announce- FUELS ments, Mr. Beattie, school principal, said Dr. Robert Bennett that he saw a rehearsal, he added that it is M«of,ngC?i| Qxr to years of Baltoxe. going to be an unforgettable performance. If is pleased to announce the return •Complete M«ofina you are interested in attending "Beauty and of his office to Sy*re/n$ InstalledjEepomed the Beast" you can call Mrs. Davis after Jan. O/i- 20th at the "high school (525-2108). 441 Gordon St. WHITEKE&&&JE Another big event this month is the annual So. Amboy, N.J. 08879 D ski club trip, under the supervision of Mr. John Bernosky and Mrs. Joann O'Brien. 721*0060 The ski club will depart from the high 727-0474 school on Jan. 15 for a night of skiing at Camelback, it promises to be an enjoyable event. In the last issue I mentioned spirit week. This year's spirit week was quite different Jacquie's Boutique For All Your Health Care Needs from last year's, not only had the events changed, but so did the school Olympics. Some spirit 'week days this year included Handcrafted Collectibles Backwards Day, Twin Day, Purple and Gold New England Quilts Day, Funny Hat Day, Beach Day, and Dress Seasonal Gifts Up Day. The Olympics, which was held on PETERSON PHARMACY Wednesday December 23, 1992 was filled KEEN FASHIONS "Serving The Community For 100 Years" with tons of school spirit. The spirit week Fine Tailoring - Bridals Have your Doctor call in prescription and we will deliver it winners this year were the Juniors. Interior Design FREE in South Amboy - and Sayreville Finally this month, Ms. Russell, sopho- more class advisor, is planning an Atlantic 132 North Broadway City bus .trip sometime next month. Keep JACQUIE SIEMINSKI 152 Main Street posted to the Hoffman Hi-Lites article for Tel. 254-3423 Sayreville, N.J. 08872 / L 1 "U 1 South Amboy, NJ 08879 further information. That's about all for this month. I hope everybody has a great New Year and I'll see 908-721-5143 908-727-2603 you next month. %tcle BOB NEBUS Cub Scout GENERAL CONTRACTOR Pack 391 SMORGASBORD RESTAURANT • Roofing 'Kitchens • Decks • Siding • Baths • Basements Bake-Off — Mandarin & Szechuan Styte — • Windows • Additions • Tile Winners $ 95 $ 95 Residential and Commercial LUNCH 4 DINNER 8 -REASONABLE RATES* Announced MON-SAT. 7 DAYS The annual Father-Son Bake-Off contest ll:30AM-3PM 4-10PM Free Estimates • Fully Insured was recently held. The winners were as 16 items 21 items follows: Most original - 1st Place-J.J. Ziola, 2nd- Sean O'Connor, 3rd-Christopher Rose, 4th- ALL YOU CAN EAT DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND & Honorable Mention-Brian Fallon.. EAT ALL YOU CAN EXCELLENT WORK WE HAVE Most Colorful - lst-Brian Hyslop, 2nd- Randy Fallon, 3rd-Jonathan Baske. INCREASED OUR MANICURIST, Largest Cake- lst-Danny Nuzzie, 2nd- ROSEANN NOBLE'S DAYS TO INCLUDE Tommy Harris, 3rd-Roger Vincent. $1 OFF Tallest Cake- 1 st-Jason Harris, 2nd-Char- MON-WED-FRI-SAT lie Pothoff, 3rd-Glenn Morgan. I SMORGASBORD Most Detail- Ist-Jason Meszaros, 2nd- with coupon AT Randy Payne, 3rd-Bryan Jones, 4th-Honor- Expires 3/15/93 able Mention-Bobby Bouthilette. THE HEADHUNTER Most Recognizable Title- lst-David & Neil Abadie, 2nd-James Strzykalski, 3rd- 1792 Highway 35, Tyler St. Tel: (908) 727-1866 Craig Colfer, 4th-Honorable Mention-Jim- Morgan, N.J. 08879 727-1743 727-1100 my Barna. Judges Choice-Stephen Quackenbush. lunch in the cafeteria on Tuesday, February January 18, 1993 South Amboy-Sayreville Times 5 2nd. The Home School Association will serve fashion mayonnaise is a great conditioner. lunch to the Faculty and Staff on Wednes- The egg in it supplies protein, the vinegar daj afternoon. helps maintain it's acid mantle, and the veg- SWMHS Students have been practicing to present a etable oil adds lubrication. Leave it on for at Talent Show for the students and parents on We've Got least 15 to 20 minutes and plastic wrap it to Scenario Thursday afternoon. The teachers will also keep in your body heat. perform a "special surprise." Your Look Do you have a spray buildup from your By Juan Antonio J. Gamboa On Friday. February 5, 1993, the 4th grad- holiday hairstyle? Try one tablespoon of The SWMHS D.E.C.A. (Distributive Edu- ers will participate in the closing liturgy of By Linda Schaefer baking soda and 6 ounces of water. Work cational clubs of America) chapter was the Catholic School Week at the 10:30 a.m. Owner-Head Hunter through hair well an rinse. embodiment of the holiday season when Mass. Happy New Year! Doesn't it feel wonder- Let's wake up your whole body with a do they visited Emery Manor Nursing Home in A Father-Daughter Dance will bring the ful that all the holiday stress is behind us. it yourself Friction Lotion. Combine one Matawan. NJ on December 12. "Adopt A week's acitivities to a close. On Friday Of course, unfortunately so is our money. half cup lime juice, one half cup lemon juice Grandparent." a community service project evening, all grades are invited to attend. So this month I've worked out some won- and one cup warm club soda. Mix it up and developed by advisor Debra Chmieleswski. This will be Dad's night out with his daugh- derful inexpensive remedies just for this apply it in the shower with a huge sponge enabled DECA members to strengthen com- ter. Moms will only be allowed to serve time of year, and they come right out of Work your skin over vigorously and feel munication and social skills and at the same refreshments. your own kitchen. your body come alive. time offered residents amicable companions During the week. Our Lady of Victories 1 have a lot of complaints about hair and Have fun in treating yourself special and for the afternoon. Recently, the D.E.C.A. School holds a raffle for one year's free tui- scalp feeling extra dry during the winter I'll see you next month. program engaged in Regional competitions. tion (for the 1993-94 year.) The winner will season. This can stem both from the heat With thorough preparations and practice, be drawn at the end of the week. inside and the cold dry air outside. Gocxl old the team excelled in all areas. The SWMHS Student council did a little bit of their own holiday cheering when they visited Robert Wood Johnson Hospital in HOURS 3 Convenient Locations New Brunswick on December 18. 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: Creange. Michael E., 32. formerly of Sayre- , :•-.-.' ':-''.'•<<••: • ville died Jan. 10. Hogan, George V. Jr.. 55, formerly of Sayre- Gulick's KURZAWA ville died Jan. 2. Horsh, Dorie E. Pemberton, 66, of Parlin Gas Station died Jan. 2. FUNERAL HOME Krasovish. Frank E., 70. of Parlin died Jan. 4. MAIN & THOMPSON STREETS Marcinczyk, Edward. 46, of Sayreville died SOUTH AMBOY, NJ. 08879 338 Main St., South Amboy, NJ Jan. 7. McCarthy. Gary T., 20, formerly of South (908) 721-9740 341 Washington Road, Sayreville, NJ Amboy died Jan. 3. Milko, Edward, of Sayreville died Jan. 7 Witkins, Carl B., 66, of Parlin died Jan. 2. January 18. 1993 South Amboy-Sayreville Times 7 You Always Wanted to Try Karate - With Our Great Specials, Now is the time at Sayreville Martial Arts!

Facts You Didn't Know- skid marks from an accident. Sabo said let's call the band Skid Marks, and Rachel said about Skid Row Skid Row, and so a legend was born...The The popular Metal band, Skid Row, original plan was to call the group Darkness features well-known Sayreville resident after an Aerosmith song...Lead singer, Dave "Snake" Sabo. Some little known Sebastian Bach is nicknamed "Bas", and Now is a great time facts about this famous national music act was named after John Sebastian of The Lov- are; "Snake" grew up blocks away from in' Spoonful. He changed his last name of superstar Jon Bon Jovi... Rachel Bolan and Bierk to Bach, because it was around the to learn self defense... Sabo met in the mid 80's at Garden State time of the great composer's 300th birth- There is no time like the present to learn some self defense skills. Music Store,where Sabo was work- day...Sebastian attended an exclusive, ing...Rachel's first name is real. It's a tribute private school in Canada, which was attend- At Sayreville Martial Arts Academy, Inc. our unique programs for men, women and to his Portuguese grandfather, who has the ed by Prince Andrew...Skid Row's first jam children will help you learn the basics quickly and easily. same name...The name of Bolan was taken was at Mingles in South Amboy. (Were you In just a few short months, you will have the new found confidence that comes in honor of one of his early heroes, Marc there?)...The band originally signed with Bolan of the band T. Rex.. Bolan and Sabo Atlantic Records... They were Bon Jovi's from knowing you could protect yourself and your family. played with the club band. Godsend, of opening act during his New Jersey But that's just the beginning of our program. We will also help you gain a new level which Scottie Hill was a member..."Snake" Tour..."Youth Gone Wild" was Skid Row's of personal fitness through our stretching routines and cardiovascular workouts. received his nickname, partially for Frank first video...Drummer, Rob, is an NYU Zappa's Baby Snakes movie...The band graduate, and once played for a band called To find out how Sayreville Martial Arts Academy, Inc. picked the name Skid Row in 1986, while Minstrel...Guitarist, Scottie Hill, is from they were driving on the Parkway, and saw Middletown, N.Y. can help you, Call us today! (908) 721-6100 Hoffman -Class • WOMEN'S ONLY SELF-DEFENSE Of 1972 Reunion CLASSICS FORMING - FREE Trial Lesson The Hoffman High School Class of 1972 DAY & EVENING Just bring this coupon with you to Reunion, held at the Town & Country Inn, Sayreville Martial Arts Academy, Inc. Keyport. N.J. on Friday, November 13, • SUPER TEAR Come in to see our facilities and you'll get a lesson in 1992, was a huge success to all who GAS AVAll.ABI.F. martial arts absolutely FREE! attended. $8.00 + tax For faster service, call today and make an Special Awards were given to the follow- appointment for your lesson. Either way, you'll ing class members: Nancy Hoffman and experience the enjoyment known as "Martial Arts". Linda Tarallo longest married (19 years) - God Bless Ya'!: Elaine and Ethel Wall - travelled the farthest from Blakesville. Pen- Your Name nsylvania: Most children: Kevin Nemeth four children; and the two classmates who Your appointment is on. Hoffman Class of 72 - 20 Year fulfilled their ambitions - Ray "Junior" Reunion Kukulski - bartender and Paul Zulin - You instructor will be _ butcher. Catching up on old times at Hoffman's Sincere thanks go to Nancy Hoffman and Make your appointment today! Call »(908) 721 -6100 Class of 72 20 year reunion are Class Patty Shaluha who made the reunion a suc- President Pat McCarthy (L) and Ray cess; Gary Lange who presented the awards. Kukulski. Larry the DJ for keeping the party musically alive, and to our teachers for liieir continued support. *7%ewtioi /info Sayrebrook Towne Center 2909 Washington Road, Suite 160 Parlin, New Jersey 08859 "You really should get out once in a while, Mary. Itwould do you good." 8 January 18,1993 South Amboy-Sayreville Times Cafe. Located at 117 North Broadway, this tion in April, commemorating its 10th Anni- kids. This past year, 240 children received unique and beautiful business features an versary. 1,000 t-shirts will be given away, free presents, pictures of Santa, birch beer antique-like atmosphere, where old adver- and the grand prize in the Treasure Chest and cookies. Over the past 9 years, 2.000 tisements, original signs, and pictures adorn Contest will be $1,000. There will be plenty youngsters have benefitted from the owner's the walls, giving it a real cozy feeling. of Drink and Meal Specials. Camille Tooker generosity. Rounding out the activities are Owned by the popular Bob Heiser, there is runs Landmark's Food Service, and also ski trips, trips to ballgames. and trips to always something for everybody happening does a lot of catering, most recently for 150 resorts, run by Big George Fuller. The here. firemen and their families on New Year's Landmark's postcard mailing list is current- The activities and special events, always Day. Some of Camille's fabulous treats are ly over 1,600, and keeps you informed of fun-filled are monitored by well-known 3/4 pound burgers, 30 ounce steaks, $ 1.99 what's happening. Manager, Bob Tooker. On Thursday night, lunch specials. On Wednesday, the delicious "Meet me at the Landmark" is the estab- you can catch the one and only Henny the all you can eat buffet is a bargain at S4.95. lishment's motto. Business Of D.J. He's not just a D.J.- he's an entertainer. The Landmark was once owned by New TV Flashback Landmark offers 10 TVs with 2 Big York Yankees great, Allie Clark of South Screens and satellites, ideal for games from Amboy. It was known as the Sportsmen's The Month all over, and speaking of games, a Big Super Bar back then. The current owner seeks old Bowl Promo is planned. For those looking photos of the bar or Broadway. Mr. Heiser Landmark to unwind after a tough day on the job, try has always been generous to the community the Landmark's Game Room for a little R & and his customers. He sponsors countless Tavern & Cafe R. The tavern features 8 beers on tap, and sports teams in Softball, bowling, soccer, One of the few remaining, true hot spots birch beer with frosted mugs- a real hit. The darts, Little League, and Pool, and at Christ- in South Amboy is the Landmark Tavern & Landmark is planning a month long celebra- mas each year, throws an X-mas Party for

Open 7 Days IPO •3UIODUI auiu yed poo§ E JOJ 8UI>JOO| ODlbc tEofcm* 3BeIi 8c li >JJOM JO jnO JO p3SS3JJSJaAO-piBdj9pUQ smmasnoH • Quality Cold Cuts Pleasant Little • Catering for all Occasions /SWHDVWL amiusans • Fine Wine & Spirits Trivia /SMHDVHI By Tom Burkard 1. He was the S. Amboy Little Fellas RICHARD WENDELL Prop. 138 So. Broadway Managers Assn. Secretary in 1976? 201-727-0404 So. Amboy, N.J. 08879 2. The well-known Sayreville Inn located on Deerfield Road? 3. He was S. Amboy K of C #426's Grand JIM WOJCIK Phone:908-238-3170 Knight in 1971-72? WHY LIVE WITH PAIN!!! PRESIDENT Fax: 908-238-3415 4. She was Editor-in-Chief of Sayreville • Workmans High School's first yearbook in 1942? Compensation 5. St. Mary's first jumbo sized Eagle mascot • Personal Injury was named? Who played the original role? (Auto Insurance) Vince's 6. Located just before the Morgan Bridge, • Most Health MainStreet/ Cental<&Ja/e& this establishment is well known for featur- Insurance Accepted ing national entertainment acts? • VISA, MasterCard, Tools, Equipment & Supplies 7. St. Mary's High was a 3-year school, until Discover Accepted becoming a 4-yr.ins'titut'ion in what year? a. 242 Main Street 1814 b. 1907 c. 1919 KELLY CHIROPRACTIC Sayreville, N.J. 08872 8. She was St. Mary's High School's Dr. Kevin J. Kelly Guidance Counselor throughout the 60's? 238 Ernston Road, Parlin 9. What are the nicknames of the following 721-1116 We Sell Propane & K-1 Kerosene Pop Warner Football teams'? a. S. Amboy b. Sayreville c. Morgan : ; : : : : S : : : S : : n:•'• • •••• ••;:;: ::::.;::; ^ "• 10. This business is located on the corner of Journey Mill & Washington Roads, and cat- (908) 888-9465 . $. Uiarrujan &z Co. Dm. ers to outdoorsmen and hunters? Realtors • Appraisers • Insurors 1 1. South Amboy's City Judge in 1949? Bus: (908) 721 -7500 Res: (908) 721 -6743 12. Sacred Heart's Pastor in 1973 was.' 13. Served as S. Amboy's Superintendent of Schools from 1940-64? THER4PEUTIC 14. St. Mary's High School Student Council President in 1956-57? Secretary Treasurer? MVC CMEC PATRICK J. ROCK, JR. 15. President of the Sayreville Board of Stress Relaxation Center Real Estate Sales Representative Education in 1948? suuy :oUBfS8l/\ qdssof -p\

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For information (908) 283-0114 721 -8225 contact Donna Zagata at 908-390-0300. Optional dance lessons begin at 7:00 p.m. Refreshments will be sold. January 18. 1993 South Amboy-Sayreville Times 9 were the Roddy's Tavern Club, winning both years. Sounds good to us, but are there any other theories on who won? ACE ST. JOHN VIANNEY COACH The Landmark Tavern & Cafe HAS SOUTH AMBOY ROOTS St. John Viunne\ 's super girls basketball Coach. Bill 117 North Broadway Bulmun was raised and educated in South Amboy. and was St. Mary's starting second South Amboy baseman in the mid-60's. This year. Coach Bulmun missed his team's opening game 721-6812 win over Morris Catholic...He had a good reason though. His wife Cindy, one of Bill's SPORTS Assistant Coaches, gave birth to the cou- ple's first child, a girl named Kasey Our Annual By Tom Burkard Lynne...Lancers notes- Nick Russo. Vian- ney Assistant Coach, guided the team to TOM HEALY'S GRANDSON STARS IN their opening win. It was only a few years Super Bowl Bash GEORGIA HOOPS Parlin's Tom Heal>. ago that he coached at St. Mary's...St. Past Grand Knight of South Amboy K of C John's have won 3 consecutive Parochial A * Super Sunday Jan. 31st - Starts 3 PM #426 has plenty of reasons to smile. His State Titles. grandson. Andrew Berlow is one-fine young * 10 TV'S -2 BIG SCREENS basketeer. The talented 6*4" sophomore is BIALOBLOCKI 16TH IN NJ. COL- * Pre-game Satellite Feeds (Where available) starting with 4 seniors, and is the team's LEGES IN SCORING South Ambovs leading scorer at Peach Tree City. Georgia Renee Bialoblocki is currently in 16th place * Pre-game Bloopers Tape High School. His high game thus far is 19 in scoring for Women in New Jersey Col- points. Andrew is the son of Jean Healy, lege Basketball, averaging 17.6 points per * Pre-game Prizes - Starts 4 PM Every 10 who graduated from St.Mary's in 1969. game for the Middlesex County College Minutes CARNEY'S FORMER PLAYERS ENT- team. ER COACHING FIELD East Brunswick SAYREVILLE'S MARTINEZ TIES * Outrageous Hot & Cold Buffet during the High School's Girls Head Basketball ALL-TIME WIN MARK IN WRES- Entire Came Coach, Reggie Carney, couldn't be more TLING Sayreville's 119-pound, wrestling (Not just half time) proud. Two of his former star hoopsters. machine, Tom Martinez, tied the school Lynn Ust, and Lisa Smith are in their first record for most career victories with his win * Polaroid Pictures of all Couples year as girls varsity coaches. Ust has her over St. Mary's. The milestone match gave work cut out for her with St. Peter's, who him a lifetime mark of a superb 66-14-1, * Prizes Every 10 Minutes during the Came are in a rebuilding year after the end of the tying Mike Bouchard's record set in 1985. HATS-T-SHIRTS-27th YEAR SUPER BOWL Kristen Somogyi reign. Smith has Sayre- Nice going, Tom! ville's Lady Bombers off to an exceptional CALANDRIELLO COPS 3RD PLACE TICKET POSTERS 4-1 start, including the championship of the IN RED BANK Jim Calandriello, Sayre- St. Mary's Tourney in which the Blue & ville High School speedster, took 3rd place Gray hammered Smith's Hoffman alma in the Burns Invitational 1,000 meter run in GRAND PRIZE mater in the finale. Coach Carney, who Red Bank. He raced in the large schools AM/FM Landmark Tavern taught both ladies the finer points of basket- division, and had a respectable time of 2:46. Radio Hat ball during his tenure at Hoffman, is having BOMBERS FOOTBALL 1993- FOUR another Carney-type season- outstanding CAPTAINS CHOSEN Sayreville High with his Bears of East Brunswick. They are School Coach, Sal Mistretta and his staff MEET ME AT THE LANDMARK' unbeaten, and one of the top clubs in the have chosen 4 captains for the '93 Blue & state. It should be interesting to see him Gray squad. Dennis Coyle, Joe Cavallaro, coaching against former pupils, Lynn and Tim McCormack, and Craig Nalitt will Lisa, when they take on his powerhouse. share the honors. MIKE LANGE - SUPER LINEBACKER PENN STATE INTERESTED IN HAR- AT BISHOP AHR Former South Amboy RY & DJ.? The word is out that Penn resident and Hoffman grad, Charlie Lange's State's Joe Paterno recently saw some high- son Mike had a standout year as Linebacker lights of Sayreville's football superstars, for Bishop Ahr. For his efforts, he was Harry Nakielny and D.J. Cleary. Will they selected to 3rd team All Middlesex in the end up with the Nittany Lions? Stay tuned. Star Ledger. Great job, Mike! SAINT STANISLAUS COACH ZALESKI WINS 100TH Sayre- ville Wrestling Coach, Len Zaleski chalked 60 Second SCHOOL up his 100th career win as the Bombers 221 MAC ARTHUR AVENUE mauled Middlesex, 33-24. This is his 15th Board Breaking SAYREVILLE, NEW JERSEY 08872 season as Head Coach, and his boys are off to another fine start. Congrats, Len, and Blitz "The Good News in Education" many more! "Taekwondo USA joins with 350 other American Taekwondo Association Martial KUKULSKI'S RECORD AT MCC Arts schools and clubs across the nation, in Pre-K to Eighth Grade Free Computer Program FALLS Bob Kukulski connected on 13 free a unique fund raising event. Dedicated Teachers Limited Class Size throws in a game for Middlesex County At noon, Saturday, January 23, 1993, one Latch Key Program Hot Lunch Program College in 1969. The performance estab- thousand or more participants will establish After School Clubs Full Day Kindergarten lished a school record, which lasted for 23 a W.T.T.U. (World Traditional Taekwondo years, until it was broken in late '92. Union) world record, breaking 100,000 Bob was a standout performer, especially in boards in 60 seconds. Jan. 31 rebounding for St. Mary's great 1963-64 The goal is to raise $100,000+ nationwide club which finished 18-5 under Coach Luke in one minute, through pledges for the Mas- Lenahan. ter H. U. Lee Educational Scholarship - OPEN HOUSE - MULLER WINS LETTER AT BISHOP Foundation. AHR Money raised provides college scholar- 10:00-12:00 Sayreville's Heather Muller won her second ships to bright talented taekwondo students. varsity letter for Girls Soccer at Bishop Ahr The foundation believes that the high moral 9:15 Mass followed by this fall. Congratulations, Heather! and ethical principles of martial arts, com- KUZIEMSKI'S TOUGH AT NORTH bined with higher education, produces the Continental Breakfast CAROLNA STATE leaders of tomorrow. Krissy and Jenny Kuziemski both of South The 60 second "Board Breaking Blitz," for more jnfo. call Amboy are having a banner senior season Saturday, January 23, from noon to 12:01 with N.C. State. Krissy is 2nd in the ACC pm will be held at Taekwondo USA, 520 in assists, averaging 6.5 per game, and Jen- Ernston Road, (at Rt. 9 next to Quik-Chek). 254-5819 ny is 4th on the club in scoring with an 8.2 For further information call Mr. Jack Mcln- clip. See you at the NCAA finals, ladies! erney at 721-8225. RODDY'S TAVERN SLOW PITCH CHAMPS IN 1969-70? Everyone is ignorant, Mike "Woody" McCarthy tells us that the unknown champions in the So. Amboy only on different sub- Men's Slow Pitch League in 1969 & 70 jects. —Will Rogers 10 January 18,1993 South Amboy-Sayreville Times Glory Days In The Sports Local Sports Predictor By W.E. Pickum By Tom Burkard 1947-Sayreville Halfback, Al Draeger SCHOOL SPORTS scored 3 touchdowns to lead the Bombers to a 19-6 romp over Freehold...!(>49-The St. Mary's Baseball co- captains were Bob VVRESTLING-Coach Len Zaleskis Sayre- "Ace" Hennessey and Jerry Connors... 1955- ville squad will have yet, another banner In baseball, the Eagles tripped Sayreville, 4- year, while St. Mary's will continue to 2 on Hal Thalmann's 7-hitter. Frank Leo- improve on the mats. nard drilled a single and double for the Saints... 1961-SM hoopsters defeated the GIRLS HOOPS-St. Mary's can be a sleep- Bombers for the first time since 1958, rout- er in Parochial B. Coach Don Szatkowski's ing the Blue & Gray. 78-56. Bill Tibbitt and talented, young team just keep getting bet- Joe Jankowski split 28 points evenly. Bob ter...Hoffman should make it to the semis at Suminski scored 11, and Tom Fitzmorris 10 least, riding the scoring of Kristy Parfiano- for the Birds. Tom Lewis and Joe Demetski wicz and Shannon Reick. Don't rule Coach tossed in 14 points apiece for Sayreville. Dougherty's charges out in CJ Group I state Others who saw action for the Washington tourney action. Sayreville under the genius Road squad were: Mike Olszewski, Joe of rookie coach. Lisa Smith should get by 1 The M&M Boys or 2 rounds in the states in Group IV, but Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris made one of the greatest sports movies ever, "Safe Blaszka, Bob Pawlik, Osowski, Komisinski, Steve Gozora (current Bombers Head Base- expect Coach Reggie Carney's East Bruns- At Home" in 1962. ball Coach), Hagerman, and Paprota...l965- wick powerhouse to go all the way...St. John The Eagles opened their basketball season Vianney will also take it all again in Paroch- with a 51-42 win over South River. John ial A...St. Peter's under rookie mentor Lynn Hoffman Girls Great Baseball Quigley paved the way with 20 points, and Ust, are playing better each time out, and if Ken Devlin chipped in with 11... 1968-This they qualify, look form them to meet SM in Nip Lady Eagles Movies was the very first year for South Saints Soc- the Parochial B title game... The Lady Guvs squeaked by a determined For all of you baseball fanatics out there, cer. The Coach was Tom Otto, and team captain was Bob Zlotnick. The club finished BOYS HOOPS-The Saints and Bombers St. Mary's, 48-44 in the first round of the St. here is a list of some mighty interesting will qualify for the states. Sayreville may Mary's Tourney. Soph star, Kristy Parfiano- movies you may be interested in watching at l-5-1...1974-SayrevilIe's Field Hockey team under Coach Westaby won the County surprise and make it to the CJ Group IV wicz, after injuring her knee in the first half, over the long, cold winter months; Bang semis. The talented and hungry Birds, under helped the John Streeters erase an 18-14 The Drum Slowly...The Natural...Major title over East Brunswick. The score was tied at 3-3, but Sayreville was given the win, Coach Mark Bratus, will be involved in a defecit, by pumping in 10 of her 18 points League...The Boys of Summer...Pinstripe real barn-burner with St. Peter's in the Par- in the third quarter. Shannon Reick, the Power...Grand Slam... Bull Durham...The having 11 corners to the Bears 9. Lady Bombers co-captains were Debbie Eichler ochial B South championship game. It's too game's high scorer, also had a hot third Pride of St.Louis (Dizzy Dean Story)...Pride soon to predict a winner. stanza, pumping in 8 of her 19 markers. Jen of the Yankees (Lou Gehrig Story)...Field of and Sherry Popowski. Midge Glinsky led the team with 10 goals on the year, and was Silvestri tossed in 15 for SM. Coach Dreams...The Babe Ruth Story...Safe At COLLEGE HOOPS-Dukess NCAA followed by Cindy McKeon and Dougherty's charges were also tough on the Home (M&M Boys, Mantle & dynasty will be halted this year, as they will Eichler... 1979-In Soccer, Hoffman shut- boards, as Parfianowicz pulled in 13 Maris)...And remember, Spring Training is be upset in the tourney. rebounds, and Reick 8. only less than three months away. down St. Mary's, 5-0. Frank Wahler led the way with 2 goals. Tom Mulligan, Marty Veilleux, and Mike Kryzowski connected PROS for 1 each. Billy Parker had 19 saves in a BASEBALL-HOT STOVE-The New York losing effort... 1982-Hoffman's baseball nine Yankees, you'll hear it here first, will win won their 5th consecutive CVC title under the A.L. East Pennant. Major acquisitions of Coach Reggie Carney, posting a 16-8 Wade Boggs, Jim Abbott, Paul O'Neill, and DELIO'S record. John Mulligan, Frank Wahler, and Jimmy Key, plus the re-instatement of Steve John Skarzynski received Honorable Men- Howe, (who happens to be a top-notch tions in the TNT for All County... 1984- reliever), will change the clubhouse Bombers ace hurler, Tom Lasko was a 1st atmosphere and attitudes into real winners. team All County selection in the TNT. 2nd The talent is there, and the lineup may at PIZZA times be awesome...Reggie (H.O.F.) Jack- teamers were Sayreville's Sean Gallagher- OF, and Chuck Frobosilo-P. Teammate Bob son will not have to take over as field • Sicilian Pizza • Regular Pizza Tomaszewski an outfielder was an Honor- manager, because Buck Showalter will have able Mention. the Bronx Bombers winning from opening day. Jackson will possibly replace Gene • Calzones • Sausage Rolls Michael as GM...Baltimore will finish 2nd, SAYREVILLE and Toronto 3rd...Kansas City will take the • Broccoli Rolls • Italian Dinners A.L. West Crown, followed by Seattle-2nd. • Hot & Cold Subs GIRLS WIN TITLE and Minnesota third. Jodie Gunshefski poured in 20 points and BASKETBALL-The N.Y. Knicks will win crashed for 12 rebounds to lead Sayreville their division...The Bulls will not repeat as to a 51 -25 romp over Hoffman in the champions... St.Mary's Tournament championship game. Joanne Pachkowski pumped in 12, and Dana Feltz 10 for Rookie Coach Lisa MARTINEZ TAKES Smith's champions. Kristy Parfianowicz notched 11 tallies for the Lady Guvs. TITLE Sayreville's Tom Martinez won the 119- Monday pound Wrestling Championship in the 36th ST.MARY'S BOYS Annual Hunterdon Central Invitational Free liter of Tournament. It was Tom's 2nd title there in Coca-Cola COP CROWN 3 years. Kiran Patel won the Consolation at with every The Eagles of St.Mary's captured a hard- 103, Craig Nalitt was 3rd in the 140. and fought 71-68 tilt over a stubborn Spotswood Sean Bouchard 3rd at 160. large pie. in the St. Mary's Tourney Final. Matt Can- non chucked in 23 points, tourney M.V.P., SAINTS BOYS Larry Kovacs 22. and Ross Hull 18. Blue & Gold playmaker, John Kugel dished off 14 DOWN HOFFMAN assists. 120 N. Broadway 59-43 S. Amboy Three-dint MVPs The St. Mary's Boys belted Hoffman, 59-43 Jimmie Foxx — 1932,1933, 1938 in the first round of the St. Mary's Tourna- Joe DiMaggio — 1939,1941,1947 ment. Larry Kovacs was top gun with 19 721-9440 Stan Musial— 1943, 1946, 1948 Ted Williams— 1946,1948,1949 points. Matt Cannon fired in all of his 14 Roy Campanula— 1951, 1953, 1955 points in the second half, when the Birds "You've tried the rest, now try the best YogiBerra— 1951, 1954, 1955 started to fly. Scott McNerny had 10 tallies Mickey Mantle— 1956,1957,1962 in a losing effort. January 18, 1993 South Amboy-Sayreville Times 11 From The Sports Archives

Fishing Flashes By Teo "Weebles"Weber FRESH WATER Holdover Trout are available in most upstate streams and rivers where they were Stocked in the fall. Ice is forming on most upstate lakes and ponds, but is not yet thick Former Globe enough. Expecc ice fishing to start when the ice is thick enough. Bass, Pickerel, and Pan- Trotter At fish action should be good. SALT WATER Mackerel and Herring are being caught in Carriage House good numbers offshore and should last all of Clarence "Doc" Stewart was a "Harlem January. Blackfishing is good when the Globe Trotter in the 50's. He was stricken boats sail with light crowds. On weekends with a stroke several years ago and now Pictured is the 1970 So. Amboy Little Fellas League National League All Stars with big crowds, the catches stretch out and resides at Carriage House Manor Nursing, everyone has less fish. Most pool winners Bottom (L-R) Danny Lewis, Tom Caterina, P. Sharo, Greg Kardos, Walt Zamorski, J. Convalescent and Rehabilitation Center in are big in the 7 to 10 pound class. Largest so Connors, Warren Rappleyea. 2nd Row (L-R) George Cattano, Ray Ackerman, Craig Parlin. Reading an article about the "Doc" far is over 16 pounds. Action is at 17 Fath- Biesiada, Ed Dooling, Fred Beaudry, Matt Kurtz. 3rd Row (L-R) Coach-Dan Lewis in a local newspaper, the Rotary Club's om Bank. Some Ling, small Cod, and small Gary Dean, Tom Harland. Top Row (L-R) Coach-Warren Rappleyea, Mgr.-George president Greg Wyzykowski, contacted the Pollock are also being caught. Expect this to Cattano, Coach-Walt Zamorski. home and brought him a gift of basketball last most of the winter. Offshore Cod trips sweats and invited him to a local basketball are spotty. I heard of 2 good trips on the game. Greg Wyzykowski coaches a basket- Optimist Shooting Star, so far on Wrecks 9. Kristy Parfianowicz poured in 26 points, Lady Eagles Rally Tops ball team and he enjoyed a visit with the near Red Square at the East side of the Mud Hoffman and Karen McNerny 10 for the Purple & home's celebrity. Shown modeling his new Hole. Most are school fish 4-10 pounds, and Gold. With 2 minutes left on the clock, St. sweats is the "Doc" with nurse Elaine Ger- some big ones. 1 heard of one 44 pound Mary's trailed a tough Lady Guvs team, 49- stein and Greg Wyzykowski. The Rotary Cod, so far the largest. Overall the outlook 45. Jen Silvestri pumped in 2 quick field Club meets at Covello's Pizza. Rt. 9 in for Cod does not look good due to over fish- goals to tie it, and with only 7 seconds left,. St. Mary's Boys Breeze By Sayreville every Tuesday at 12:30. for ing the stocks to the East. Whiting fishing is Shannon Kemble swished in a 15-foot jump Guvs lunch. For more information on Rotary poor at this time. shot to give the Saints one of their most The high flying Eagles from Augusta St., activities contact Greg at 721-9174. thrilling wins in years, 51-49. Rosalie hammered Hoffman 60-40 behind Matt LaRosa led the balanced scoring attack with Cannon's 23 points and 14 rebounds. Larry 10 pints, and 8 rebounds. Silvestri tossed in Kovacs connected for 11. The John Street Brigade was led by Russell Boyer, who banged in 14. and Scott McNerny 1 1. ooze? VINCE (908)721-5184 CHRIS (908)721-5216 BROKEN RECORD PINE LIQUOR 103 So. Pine Ave. D.J.'s OPEN 5O'S DANCES LAWN PARTIES GRADUATIONS Mon.-Sat. South Amboy, NJ. 08879 DINNER DANCES BANQUETS HOLIDAY PARTIES 10A.M.-10P.M. PICNICS BIRTHDAY PARTIES ANNIVERSARIES WEDDINGS SCHOOL DANCES POOL PARTIES Sun. CLASS REUNIONS 1 P.M.-9 P.M. 908-721-1942 •xmm THE SOUTH AMBOY-SAYREVILLE TIMES 132 So. Pine Ave. Monthly Newspaper Offers: So. Amboy, NJ. (908) 525-9262 * Local nostalgia at its finest - Sports - Local High Schools Teams of years gone by; Articles - Major events in the 2 OPEN 7 DAYS Towns Area; Trivia; Rare Photos. Store Hours: * Current happenings - High Schools, Town News, Sports, etc. 11AM-10PMSun.-Thurs. 11AM-11PM Fri. & Sat. SUBSCRIPTION - ONLY $8 (12 issues)-Postage & Handling JOOO Send Check or Money Order To: and more So. Amboy-Sayreville Times • Who's "Thin Crust" Pizza P.O. Box 3027 • Subs, Deli Sandwiches & Sloppy Who's South Amboy, NJ. 08879 • Real Homemade Salads-By Advance Request Only SUBSCRIPTION TO: Name • Who Caters Small Parties • Daily Luncheon Specials Address • Speed Who Along by Calling Ahead City. • Who Tries to Accomodate All Special Requests State_ Zip_ • Price Subject to Change Without Notice 12 January 18,1993 South Amboy-Sayreville Times

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