VOL. 112 - NO. 37 BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008 $.30 A COPY Sarah Palin as Joan of Arc by Llewellyn King You see Sarah Palin, gov- the new feelings of nation- has been repeating the ernor of Alaska; I see Joan alism in the French army same speech on the stump of Arc, the peasant girl who and the peasantry. Essen- and has only granted one vanquished the English in tially, what Palin has done television interview. France and facilitated the so far for the Republicans. The strategy of keeping crowning of Charles VII as Joan believed that she was Palin from the public is be- King of France, thus ending the instrument of God – that ginning to wear thin. And English claims to the she had heard voices from even John McCain himself French throne. the age of 12, urging her to seems to be hankering for Like Palin, Joan was an expel the English from the recognition that he is invigorator: She inspired France. Unfortunately, the the nominee for the presi- the French to fight the En- voices were to be her death dency not the trophy vice glish. When she failed to win knell. She was captured by presidential candidate from over the generals and the the English, who handed her Alaska. nobles, she went over their over to an ecclesiastical Yet for McCain, it is also heads to the people of court, which tried her for all about Palin. If he wins France. Soon she had liber- heresy. She was convicted the presidency, she will be ated Orleans, after a string and burned at the stake. She credited with attracting of victories, and cleared the was just 19, but she had women and blue-collar vot- way for Charles’s investi- changed the course of Euro- ers to the Republican stan- ture at Reims. Even before pean history. dard. If she falls apart in the his ascent to the French Later, the Roman Catholic next month, through a com- throne, Charles had made Church decided that it had bination of hubris and igno- the teenager co-commander made a terrible mistake and rance, she will take down of his army. denounced the trial, finding the McCain candidacy. © 2008 North Star Writers Group. May not be republished There is dispute over her innocent after the fact. Also, the speculation in without permission whether Joan actually But Joan was not canonized Washington is that Barack fought or just carried the for another 500 years. Obama’s forces are retooling French standard in battle. No Look at Palin and see the for an assault to coincide Kerry Cruises Past O’Reilly, matter. She electrified the “Maid of Orleans”: She has with the one and only vice French. And although the fought the Republican estab- presidential debate. It is a Wilkerson Toppled by Chang-Diaz 100 Years War dragged on for lishment and energized the debate fraught with peril for by Sal Giarratani another generation, Joan rank and file of the party. both the Democratic vice- Dianne Wilkerson, the Latina, Sara Orozco of had shaped the future of the And that is probably where presidential nominee, Joe state’s only African-Ameri- Needham who will face French nation, giving it a the similarity ends, al- Biden, and for Palin. can state senator lost in the incumbent State Senator sense of national identity though she seems to be Biden is given to talking September 16 primary. She Scott Brown, a Republican in that it had lacked. quite certain about God’s too much and he knows too was defeated by Sonia Chang– November. Voter turnout in She galvanized all levels of purposes. much, which is sometimes Diaz of Jamaica Plain. Boston was only 14 percent. French society, revitalized a The speculation in Wash- a disadvantage. He will be Wilkerson, a 15-year in- It was a bit higher in the Sen- sick and cautious political ington is when the Palin cumbent had the backing ate District Chang-Diaz won, establishment, and ignited bubble will burst. So far, she (Continued on Page 13) of big name Democrats, in- but still low and this certainly cluding Governor Deval didn’t help Wilkerson. Patrick and Boston Mayor Meanwhile, John Kerry in Tom Menino. his first primary fight since Mayor’s Column Chang-Diaz received 50.57 1984 cruised by Ed O’Reilly in by Thomas M. Menino, Mayor, City of Boston percent of the vote to Wilker- the US Senate primary. Kerry son’s 49.29 percent. The vote carried every city and town in Three weeks ago, I wrote about the Between 2007 and 2008, individual margin was only 228 votes. Massachusetts. The out- exciting changes that many of our school results show that more schools Chang-Diaz received a come, Kerry 69 percent, Boston Public Schools children and fami- saw an increase in their mean scores qualified concession from O’Reilly 31 percent. Kerry lies would benefit from this year. The than saw a decline. In critical reading, Wilkerson who may ask for a even carried Gloucester, newly renovated Jeremiah Burke High 22 schools saw an increase in their recount in this very close O’Reilly’s hometown 52 per- School is the hallmark of these renova- mean scores, double the 11 schools that race. cent to 48 percent for O’Reilly. tion efforts, which opened its doors to saw a decline. In mathematics, 21 Chang-Diaz could become Somerville–Medford State much fanfare. With classes now in full schools experienced an increase, again the first Latina woman in the Representative Carl Sciortino swing, it’s time to get down to business, nearly double the 11 schools saw a de- Massachusetts State Senate, Jr., held off a challenge from and for many of our students standard- cline in the area. In writing, a section said Giovanna Negretti, Ex- Somerville Alderman Bob ized testing can be a daunting task. How- added to the test in 2005, our schools ecutive Director of the State Trane. A great comeback by ever, Superintendent Carol Johnson re- net averages remained rather consis- Latino Political Organization Sciortino, since he had to do cently received a report on the 2008 SAT tent, with 16 schools showing increased Oiste. There is another it as a write-in candidate. scores for the Boston Public Schools, and numbers and 17 schools showing a the results are reassuring. I am pleased decline. However, the district as a whole to report that scores for the district con- experienced an increase in mean tinue to rise at rates that exceed those writing scores compared to 2007, with News Briefs of the state and the nation. the mean score rising 6 points to 436 by Sal Giarratani As you may know, the SAT is the in 2008. Over the same time, the state- nation’s most popular college-entrance wide mean score increased by 4 points, examination, testing students in a va- while the national mean remained City Hall’s Turbine Lights Up riety of subject areas including critical unchanged. 19 Lightbulbs reading, mathematics, and writing. These improvements aren’t acciden- According to a Boston Herald story, the efforts Scores for Boston Public Schools have tal either. One of our city-wide strate- by the Menino administration to go green thanks generally increased over the past five gies to improve SAT scores is to offer to the installation of a wind turbine on the roof years, while state and national scores and pay for all sophomores and juniors of City Hall is costing taxpayers a bill just to light during the same period have generally to take the PSAT. The district has of- up 19 lightbulbs. declined. The top score for each section fered free participation in the PSAT for According to Environmental and Energy Chief of the test is 800. From 2004 to 2008, all BPS sophomores and juniors since James Hunt, the windmill project is “definitely the BPS mean critical reading score 2004. The PSAT measures critical read- worth doing.” rose 7 points from 431 to 438, while ing skills, math problem-solving skills mathematics rose 12 points from 445 to (Continued on Page 14) 457. (Continued on Page 12) Page 2 POST-GAZETTE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008 BOSTON CITY COUNCILOR MICHAEL FLAHERTY SAYS City’s Heliport Plans are Like a Game of Musical Chairs “Major community opposi- Planning should not be a JUPITER tion appears to have game of musical chairs. I am I noted previously that the you understand the real signatures, seals and wit- squashed the plans of the calling on the BRA and the serious aspect of Roman re- meaning behind the con- nesses, but the Romans BRA and Administration to administration to create a ligion appears to have begun struction of their temples?” used the scepter and flint put a proposed heliport in new process for planning and at the time of Romulus in Additionally, we were stone, the sacred symbols of South Boston. But one development in the city, in 750 B.C. He marked out the asked to remember that Ro- Jupiter, together with some neighborhood’s victory every neighborhood. Neigh- limits of a temple to Jupiter man mythology was based grass from his temple. should not have to be an- borhoods should be consulted and after suitable offerings upon, or influenced by, Because Jupiter pos- other neighborhood’s loss. first before plans are sent this became the first temple Greek mythology. This is the sessed such powers over the Now they are taking their out to print. that was consecrated in reason why I’m constantly elements, he was always poor planning on the road to Residents deserve an op- Rome. This temple to Jupi- referring to the Greek gods regarded as the highest and another neighborhood - this portunity to help guide de- ter was such a vast innova- and goddesses. Last time, we most powerful of their gods, time it’s East Boston. velopment in their neighbor- tion in a simple rustic town examined the circum- and the special protector of Unfortunately, it appears hood. The BRA needs to get like ancient Rome that it stances surrounding the Rome. Newly elected officials that the BRA is forgetting into the practice of going out remained their religious birth of Zeus, his two broth- gave thanks and paid hom- the lesson that they should to the community with a center for many years. ers and three sisters. This age to him, as did command- have learned in South Bos- blank piece of paper and I also wrote that if this now leads us to Jupiter, the ers of the Roman legions ton: community develop- gather input and sugges- temple remained the reli- Roman counterpart to Zeus. when they were victorious ment requires community tions before going out to bid gious center of ancient Jupiter was also known as in war. He presided over the input — and that’s before the with proposals that haven’t Rome for many years, I won- Juppiter, Diespiter, Jovis, Roman Games as Jupiter RFP goes out. been vetted by taxpayers.” dered how many readers and Jove, while his wife was Capitolinus, and in all of his knew who Jupiter was. How named Juno. The Roman other attributes or powers he about the other gods in Ro- worshipped Jupiter as the was treated by the Romans man mythology? As tourists god of light, rain, thunder, as Zeus was treated by the We Need a New Strategy are guided around modern and lightning. They regarded Greeks. During early Ro- by Sal Giarratani Rome, there are constant the flint stone as the sym- man times, temples to Ju- references made to ancient bol of lightning; therefore piter were built on Rome’s Where is the headquarters are they must be laughing temples that were dedicated Jupiter was usually repre- Capitoline Hill, in the forum of world terrorism? Is it Iraq at us for getting bogged down to the various Roman gods. sented with that stone in his of Tiberius, in the ancient or is it Afghanistan? Barack in an endless war. The question was asked, “If hand instead of the light- city of Heliopolis, and in Obama says Afghanistan Russia and the United you know nothing about the ning which was held by Spalato in Yugoslavia. and John McCain points to States need to work together mythological gods, then how Zeus. Today, our treaties or NEXT WEEK: Queen of the Iraq. against global terrorism. in the name of heaven can contracts are concluded with Heavens President Bush has an- Fighting each other on any nounced that US troops will level is bad news for the be pulling out of Iraq. That’s West and good news for the good news. The bad Osama. NEMPAC news? They’re going next Geopoltiks can be a nasty door to Afghanistan. chess game where everyone North End Music and Performing Arts Center Is any of this the “War loses. Registration is Now Underway Against Terrorism” or is it just Whichever candidate wins rhetoric buried in political in November, we must de- Private Music Instruction: being determined) Tuesday OR Thursday mulch? cide once and for all if con- Private Music Instruction mornings (day and times still being deter- Did the surge really work tinuing in Iraq serves any is available to both mined): Toddler Italian Wednesday morn- or is there still more bad value and we must also de- children and adults. ings: 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 Family Music news than good? Wait and cide if we should switch NEMPAC will continue to offer guitar, Makers with Emily (babies and toddlers) see. Meanwhile, the Rus- troops next door to the Af- voice, piano and violin lessons. In addition Wednesday afternoons: 4 pm, Kidstompers sians are set to stay put in ghan front where that battle viola, and cello lessons will be available for with Carrie (roughly ages 3-5) with Family two breakaway provinces in will also prove to be endless. the first time this session. Flute and Music Makers Thursday afternoons: Gym- Georgia inhabited by ethnic We need a better strategy Saxophone lessons will soon be offered as nastics (roughly ages 3-6) with East Coast Russians. The US is siding than the one handed us by well. Whether you are a beginner or Mobile Gymnastics Saturday mornings: with the “democratically the Bush Administration. advanced musician, we welcome you and 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 Family Music Mak- elected” government of Geor- On the seventh anniver- can match your needs with our experienced ers with Laura D. (babies and toddlers) gia demanding Russia go sary of 9/11 we still don’t staff. We are excited to expand the private Saturday mornings: 10:30, Toddler Italian home. Remember, Serbia seem to get it allowing poli- music instruction program with our newly (roughly 2-4), 11:30 Preschooler and School- and Kosovo? tics to cloud the picture. We renovated teaching spaces and we hope you Age Italian (roughly 5-8) Wherever the terrorists lose. They win. and/or your children will take advantage FOR ADULTS: of this great neighborhood resource. Our Italian for Adults: Days and Times pricing may be the best in Boston. A still being determined. Gentle Yoga: Mon- December recital is planned, and we are day mornings, 7-8 am. Depending on STYLISH NEW HOMES setting up additional performance opportu- response, we may also hold this on Wednes- PRICED RIGHT FOR YOU! nities for our students. Need-based schol- day mornings. ORCHESTER arships are available for children. Please The NEMPAC Fall session begins on D contact Sarah Glenn, our PMI Coordinator September 29th, 2008. at [email protected] for further Registration brochures are available at: BROOKFORD DALIN DEAN information. the North End Library, the Nazzaro Center $185,000 NEMPAC also offers a variety of fun and the NEMPAC building on the Prado. $235,000 16 Single-Family Homes 1 Two-Family Home weekly classes for adults and children: Brochures can also be mailed upon re- 3 Bedrooms 11/2 Baths with handicap adaptable unit FOR KIDS: quest by contacting Becca Griffin at 2 Bedrooms in each unit Monday mornings: Yoga — babies/toddlers [email protected], or leave a message with moms (times and age groupings still at NEMPAC 617-227-2270. LIMITED EQUITY HOMEOWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY These properties are part of a neighborhood land trust and include a ground lease. In order to ensure that applicants fully understand this different type of ownership, they must attend a ground lease information session and NORTH END CENTRAL ARTERY ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING acknowledge their desire to be entered into the lottery for these properties. on the Rose Kennedy Greenway Parcel 9 will be held on Dates and locations of upcoming information sessions will be sent to applicants who appear eligible for these properties. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD AT THE MARINER’S HOUSE, 11 North Square, in the North End, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Apply Now! Application Deadline October 10, 2008 For more information about these properties, the 1st Home Program and how to apply: Attend a free upcoming information session: Thursday September 18, 2008, 6:00pm Project Hope's Community Room, 550 Dudley Street, Roxbury, MA Call The Boston Home Center at 617-635-HOME (4663) Visit us on the web at: www.bostonhomecenter.com and click 1st Home Program Visit www.brookforddalindeanhomes.com

First time homebuyers only. Income and asset restrictions apply.

City of Boston, Thomas M. Menino, Mayor Department of Neighborhood Development Evelyn Friedman, Chief and Director POST-GAZETTE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008 Page 3 Congressman Michael E. Capuano Pamela Donnaruma, Publisher and Editor 5 Prince Street, P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 to be Guest of Honor at the 617-227-8929 617-227-8928 FAX 617-227-5307 October Italian Heritage Month Gala Event e-mail: [email protected] Website: www.BostonPostGazette.com Subscriptions in the United States $30.00 yearly Published weekly by Post-Gazette, 5 Prince St., P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 USPS 1538 – Second-Class Postage paid at Boston, MA POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the POST-GAZETTE - P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113

James V. Donnaruma Caesar L. Donnaruma Phyllis F. Donnaruma 1896 to 1953 1953 to 1971 1971 to 1990 Vol. 112 - No. 37 Friday, September 19, 2008

GUEST EDITORIAL SUPREME COURT LAST HOPE FOR PARENTAL RIGHTS by Edward P. Shallow In a recent editorial I indicated that Barack Obama is on record of supporting sex education for kinder- garten students a policy that would deprive innocent children of their God given right to a normal child- hood. Family oriented citizens should recoil at the thought. Consider the following obtained from Mass Resis- tance [email protected] In 2005, after a series of meetings with Estabrook Elementary School officials regarding teaching homo- Shown in photo is a group from the October Heritage Month Committee planning sexual issues to his son in kindergarten without committee: Standing, Left to Right: Rocco Zizza, Guy Paladino, Dr. Stephen Maio, parental consent, David Parker finally told the princi- Dr. John Christoforo, Ben DiCenso, Vincent Maganzini. Seated, Left to Right: Lucia pal and the city’s director of education that he would Clark, Anna Quadri, Rina Burgey, Carol Bonomo-Albright, Christine Palamidessi-Moore. not leave until the school agreed to negotiate some agreement on the matter. Rather than negotiate, the Join the October Italian American various cultural events are being held officials had Parker arrested and brought to jail where Heritage Month committee at the Gala throughout the state. Also, the kick off he spent the night. The next morning he was led dinner dance on Friday, October 3, 2008 will take place at the Grand Staircase of into Concord District Court in handcuffs. The case at the Boston Logan Airport Hilton Hotel the State House on Wednesday October 1st made international news as far away as Europe and in East Boston. Congressman Michael at 10:30 AM. The Consul General of Italy Australia. Capuano will be the guest of honor. This for the New England area, Dr. Liborio Since then, local liberals and homosexual activists year marks the 10th Anniversary of the Stellino and public officials will be in have mercilessly attacked the Parkers in the press passage of this legislation. In celebration of attendance. and even in local demonstrations, but the Parkers have this month, multiple social, musical and For more information, call 617-499-7955. been resolute. In April 2006 the Wirthlins joined the Parkers in filing the civil rights lawsuit after a teacher in the same elementary school read “King and King”, Burlington Sons of Italy to Hold Dinner Dance a book on homosexual romance, to their son in sec- On Saturday, November 1, 2008, the Music will be provided by the Italian ond grade without notification or consent. Burlington Sons of Italy is having a Dinner Connection and the dinner catered by Rulings by two federal courts on this case-denying Dance celebrating the region of Naples, Maria’s Catering. For more information the Parkers a trial and strongly stating that schools Italy, “Amore Da Napoli.” It will be held at and tickets, please call: 781-272-6336 or have the right to teach homosexuality to children with- the Woburn Sons of Italy Hall, Lexington 781-932-8203. The Cutoff Date for tickets out parental interference - have been so bizarre that Street, Woburn, MA from 6:00 PM until is October 20th, so please call if you are it boggles the mind. These judges were clearly follow- Midnight. interested. (Continued on Page 14) 2ND ANNUAL SONS OF ITALY Letter to the Editor ... I CAN SURVIVE Wine and Beer Festival Caro Amici, I’m the Scotsman who visited the office to ask all the body who came told us what a good questions. A big thank you for giving me your time and for time they had.” Music will be provided enabling me to understand more about the execution of by the popular Dixieland band, The Sacco and Vanzetti in Fred Langone’s book “The North End” Diehards. As tourism is the only growth industry in the states it All proceeds from the event go directly has to be supported and Little Italy is playing its part. The to the charitable works of the Lodge, tourists come for the atmosphere of real Italian-America namely the annual Holiday Party for the and they are not disappointed. The food, t-shirts etc but consumer of CO-OP and helping support mainly the locals are so friendly. the Chamberlain School. Living as I do, in Toscana I miss everything Italian when Tickets for the International Beer I’m away from there, but as long as the Italians keep their and Wine Festival are available from culture alive in other countries I can survive. any Columbia Lodge #540 member Tanti Auguri. Saluti, Joe Peixoto (left) and Columbia Lodge or by calling Richard Simmons at Bob Starrett #540 O.S.I.A. President Richard 508-930-2898. Simmons look over possible wine Columbia Lodge #540 is Taunton’s selections for the 2nd Annual chapter of the Order Sons of Italy in Columbia Lodge #540 Beer and Wine America — the largest and longest- Festival on October 17, 2008. established organization of Italian Americans in the United States. As consumer interest in wines and beers continues to grow, Columbia Lodge #540 Order Sons of Italy in America, will attempt to educate and inform when it holds its Second Annual Beer and Wine Tasting Festival. The event will be held on Friday, October 17, 2008 from 7:00–9:00 p.m. at the Columbia Cultural Center, 775 John Quincy Adams Road, Taunton. Representatives from several beer and wine distributors will be on hand to present their brands. Richard Simmons, Lodge President said, “We did this last Richard Simmons (left) and Joe Send letter to: Pamela Donnaruma, Editor, year and it was a huge success. Every- Peixoto looking at a bottle of wine. The Post-Gazette, P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 Page 4 POST-GAZETTE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008 $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ FinanciallySpeaking THINKING with Ben Doherty OUT LOUD LEHMAN’S WOES by Sal Giarratani The Federal Reserve Bank buy Chicago’s LaSalle Bank million/year from $16.1 mil- held an emergency meet- from Dutch Bank ABN in lion. The week ended with GOOD OLD “MIKEY” ing to discuss the future of 2007. large financial worries, with Lehman Bros., and the Crude oil fell below $100/ Lehman Bros., Washington Was a Great Old Dog perilous state of the U.S. Fi- bll for the 1st time since April Mutual and AIG along with nancial markets. Treasury and down 30% from its high Freddie Mac and Fannie Secretary Paulson, SEC in July of $147/bll. In spite Mae dropping, but a surge in Chairman Chris Cox, Mor- of Hurricane Ike’s disrup- energy prices tipped off the gan Stanley’s John Mack and tions in the Gulf of Mexico, a week. Lehman closed down Merrill’s CEO John Thain, region of home to 1/5th of at $3.65/share falling 77% among others were talking U.S. refining capacity, the on the week. Merrill Lynch through the weekend. The price is fixated on weaken- fell 2-3/8 or 12% to $17.05 details are not available, but ing economies in all indus- and AIG fell 5.41 points or it was similar to a meeting trialized nations. Gold prices 31% to $12.14/share. Even held a decade ago when the settled at $760.30/oz., and with their declines the Dow NY Fed prevented the col- corn at $5.47/bu and soy- Jones ended the week up lapse of hedge fund Long bean nears $15/bu on poor 201.03 points, its first gain Term Capital Management. weather, as soybeans are in five weeks. Tesoro jumped Senior representatives of used in everything from 6% to $19.06 and Valero major financial institutions veggie burgers to bio fuel and jumped 2.84 points to $35.87/ “Mikey” aka “Fatboy”, aka superdog passed away on met at the Federal Reserve livestock feed. share, General Motors August 24, a few weeks shy of his fifteenth birthday. Bank of NY Friday evening to The dollar rose to $1.4223 tacked on 2% to $13.01/ (Photo by Nealia Giarratani) discuss the recent market to the Euro, up from $1.3882 share and Ford Motor It isn’t easy writing about to hang out with. He would conditions. If this meeting its one year low. The dollar climbed .23¢ to $4.91. Min- a loss in your life. On August pull at the leash until I took helps engineer a rescue that really appears vulnerable to ing companies posted gains! 24, we had to put down him there. He liked getting doesn’t involve a govern- a shift in market expecta- RIO Tinto was up 9.3% and “Mikey” a fifteen year old pats and treats. ment takeover, it will be a tions about Federal policy. BHP Billiton was up 9% lead- Border Collie mix. I always One time he took on a surprise as in the past six The dollar has been sup- ing the rise. Foster Wheeler joked — mixed with el- skunk and the skunk won. months the takeover of ported by lower oil prices, was up 4.02 points to $42.32/ ephant. Probably, the big- “Mikey” got a good bath. He Bear Stearns and mortgage which is helping the U.S. share on the NASDAQ. gest Border Collie on record. liked little kids and they giants Fannie Mae and economy recover faster. Retail sales slumped dur- He was a pound puppy. No- liked him. Freddie Mac attest to. Be- GM is contributing an ad- ing last month’s back to body seemed to want him He also loved basketball. cause the 158-year-old ditional $4.6 billion to help school sales showing that back in 1995 when he kept I don’t mean the game, I Lehman Bros., does business Delphia Corp., emerge from the economy is weak. Unem- getting returned but the mean the basketball. He with other Wall Street firms, bankruptcy this month, ployment continues to rise as Giarratani’s of Quincy took would play with it for hours. the damage on any failure bringing its total support to home prices and stock mar- on the challenge of “Mikey” Taking him on his last car could have widespread ef- $10.6 billion. This will allow ket wealth that stagment and it worked out great. ride was awful. He was in fects. Unease on Lehman Delphia to emerge from wages, and high credit card When he was younger, he pain and there was nothing spread to AIG, the giant bankruptcy. In exchange for debt, have hurt the con- ran around all over the place. that could be done. My insurer, which fell more the funds, Delphia will sumer. Retail sales declined He had a “friend” next door daughter had “Mikey” since than 30% because of the in- release GM from certain .3% from July. Sales fell at and the two dogs pretended she was eight. The entire creasing yield on AIG, due to obligations to Delphia with- electronics and appliance to be rams in the mountains family was with him at the the tumbling yield on its out putting stress on the stores, among building ma- bouncing off each other’s end, saying good-byes and bonds compared with U.S. pension fund. terial and garden equipment heads. As he grew older, he kissing him. Treasury’s. AIG is selling “We have remained com- dealers, furniture and home slowed down but was always His body is gone now but some of its assets to reas- mitted to fully funding our furnishings stores were flat, one happy lazy dog at times. his spirit lives on in a trea- sure the markets. Merrill pension plan,” said John and clothing accessories There were a bunch of old sure box of memories. Lynch saw its stock drop 29% Sheehan, Delphia’s Chief stores hoping for a burst from ladies who always sat on a “Mikey” was a good boy, a and Washington Mutual Restructuring Officer. This back to school sales, fell. porch, so “Mikey” would go great dog and unrelenting shares fell to $3.50/share is a crucial element in re- Sale of cars and parts were down there looking for them friend. after worries about its fi- storing Delphia’s financial weaker last month, falling nances were revealed. health. 0.7% from July. The bright- Speculation of a takeover of Chrysler plans to reduce est spot is the falling oil and Washington Mutual by JP payroll by 4,000 workers on gas prices, dropping 0.9% in NOBILE INSURANCE Morgan, but no talks are un- top of the 17,600 workers August. Consumer senti- ALBANO F. PONTE, CEP derway at the moment. Bank who have taken previous ment produced by the Uni- Financial and Estate Planning of America is seen as the payouts. Chrysler has 45,000 versity of Michigan study Email [email protected] likeliest buyer for Lehman, workers world-wide, with leapt to 73.1 from 63 in Au- Phone 617-320-0022 but Lehman is looking at oth- most in the United States. gust, and inflation dropped to MICHAEL F. NOBILE, CPCU ers including Barclays PLC. The big three are suffering 3.6% from 6%. HSBC PLC, from the UK and from the worst economy It looks like Bank of ARLINGTON BOSTON Goldman Sachs has interest ever, and high gas prices America will take over 148A Massachusetts Avenue 251 Hanover Street in the real estate portfolio. hurt demand for trucks and Merrill Lynch rather than Arlington, MA 02474 Boston, MA 02113 Bank of America wants the SUV’s which amount to a big Lehman Bros., to help the (781) 646-1200 (617) 523-6766 government to step in, simi- chunk of sales. U.S. sales of financial crisis. Fax (781) 646-1148 MEDFORD Fax (617) 523-0078 lar to the Bear Stearns bail- cars and light trucks have It’s time to call your 39 Salem Street out as it paid $21 billion to fallen 10% this year to $14 Financial Advisor or call me Medford, MA 02155 at 617-261-7777. (781) 395-4200 Fax (781) 391-8493 The opinions expressed by Benjamin our columnists and con- Professional Installation tributors are not necessarily the same as those of The Post-Gazette, its publisher Sons of Italy Ceramic Tile • Marble P.O. Box 130166 or editor. Photo sub- missions are accepted by Boston Lodge #208 Slate • Mosaic Boston MA 02113 the Post-Gazette provided Kitchen Backsplash NORTH END, BOSTON, MA Phone 617.959.6839 they are clear, original Custom Fireplaces photos. No scanned photos Logo • Glass Tile e-mail: [email protected] will be accepted. There is a $5 charge for each photo Dinner Dance submitted. If you want your The Sons of Italy, Lodge #208 will be holding their LAW OFFICES OF photos returned, include a first fundraiser dinner dance on Friday, October 17, self-addressed, stamped 2008 at 7:30 p.m. (6:30 p.m. cocktail hour — cash bar). FRANK J. CIANO envelope. The dinner will be held at Joe Tecce’s Restaurant, North GENERAL PRACTICE OF LAW Washington Street, Boston, MA. Dancing by DJ Sal DIVORCE • WILLS • ESTATE PLANNING • TRUSTS Small Ads Bartolo. CRIMINAL • PERSONAL INJURY • WORKERS COMP. Tickets are $35.00 per person, includes gratuity. 617-354-9400 Get Big Results Tickets can be purchased by calling Marie Salvati at 617-723-3379, Josie Spagnuolo at 617-367-0152 or Si Parla Italiano For more information, Mickey Farmusa at 617-742-0502. 230 MSGR. O’BRIEN HIGHWAY • CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS 02141 call 617-227-8929. POST-GAZETTE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008 Page 5 Tale of a Texas (Red Sox) Ranger (Photo/essay by Bob DeCristoforo) A couple of Sundays ago I looked out my window and a Texas moon shined brightly over the dark- ened ‘Ballpark in Arlington’ home of the Texas Rangers bringing to a climax a great Sunday, and a great baseball weekend in Texas. I never thought I’d attend a Red Sox Series in Texas, but thanks to a surprise birthday gift from my won- derful sister Debbie, I did. The ‘Ball Park’ is a beautiful place, and I was amazed when I went Friday night, and saw and heard Red Sox Nation at its best. Seeing Red Sox Nation on TV is one thing, seeing it ‘live and up close’ is another. I was happily shocked, and the Red Sox win made it even better. Saturday I, along with the other members of the Red Sox Destinations Tour, took Rangers Ballpark in Arlington a tour of the ‘Ball Park’. Highlights for me included Nolan Ryan Showcase sitting in the Rangers dugout, and visits to the Media and Press rooms. After the tour we had a fine lunch, and met and had a photo with Red Sox star Mike Kostay, and TV broadcaster Don Orsillo. I took a side trip to the Texas Rangers Sports Mu- seum located right in the ‘Ball Park’. Nolan Ryan is still King in Texas, and the Statue in the Plaza, as well as some great Nolan Ryan memorabilia is a fine tribute to him. Nolan Ryan is also Presi- dent of the Texas Rangers Baseball Team. The Museum has a fine Cooperstown Collec- tion, and our Ted Williams has a prominent spot. Saturday Game Night was all Texas PERIOD. Red Sox Nation Sunday morning I went to Mass at the beautiful St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, a Franciscan Ted Williams Showcase Church right in Arlington and later took some pictures of what will be the new home of the Dallas Cowboys beginning in 2009, being built right across the road from the ‘Ball Park’. Sun- day afternoon was all baseball, of course, and our ‘Hometown’ boys rebounded nicely from the Sat- urday night massacre, taking back a much needed victory. It was a beautiful day for a ball game, and I quickly learned the meaning of Texas heat...high 80’s to low 90’s throughout! At the end of the game they invited everyone to run the bases. I did ... more of a quick walk! It was fun. My whole weekend was fun, and YES, Debbie I would go again. The sight from my window that Rangers dugout visitor Sunday night was glorious. Saint Maria Goretti Catholic Church Your children deserve the best school supplies.

This school year, give your children the Comcast Triple Play advantage.

Comcast Digital Cable with Channel 1 On Demand each ® Comcast High-Speed Internet with PowerBoost per month for one year ® $ Comcast Digital Voice when you subscribe to 33 all three services. Add RAI for just $9.95 more per month!

Call: 1-800-894-8036 Click: comcast.com/internationaltv

Only available in wired and serviceable areas in participating Comcast systems (and may not be transferred) and is limited to residential customers satisfying applicable eligibility criteria. Limited to Starter Digital Cable, 6.0 Mbps High-Speed Internet and Comcast Digital Voice service and requires subscription to all 3 services. AFTER 12 MONTH PERIOD, OR IF SERVICE IS CANCELLED OR DOWNGRADED, REGULAR CHARGES APPLY UNLESS SERVICE IS CANCELLED. YOU MAY CANCEL SERVICE BY CALLING 1-800-COMCAST. Comcast’s current monthly service charge for all three services ranges from $133.29 to $146.75, depending on area. Digital Cable and High-Speed Internet service limited to a single outlet. Service subject to Comcast standard terms and conditions. Prices shown do not include equipment and installation charges, taxes, franchise fees, the Regulatory Recovery Fee, or other applicable charges (e.g., international calling or per-call charges). $29.95 activation fee applies to Comcast Digital Voice. Cable Service: Certain services available separately or as a part of other levels of service. Basic Service subscription required to receive other levels of service. Converter and remote required for On Demand services. On Demand selections subject to charge indicated at time of purchase. Not all programming available in all areas. Comcast’s current monthly charge for RAI is $9.95. High-Speed Service: Speed comparison between Comcast 6.0 Mbps service and 768 Kbps DSL (downloads only). PowerBoost® provides bursts of download and upload speeds for the first 10 MB and 5 MB of a file, respectively. Many factors affect speed. Actual speeds vary and are not guaranteed. Not all features, including McAfee, compatible with Macintosh systems. Cable modem required. Comcast Digital Voice: Unlimited package pricing applies only to direct-dialed calls from home to locations in the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories. No separate long distance carrier connection available. Comcast Digital Voice service (including 911/emergency services) may not function after an extended power outage. Certain customer premises equipment may not be com- patible with Digital Voice services. EMTA required ($3.00/month from Comcast). Call for restrictions and complete details, or visit www.comcast.com. Comcast ©2008. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. BCX3I-2P-080808V1-A1MA Page 6 POST-GAZETTE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008 Exploring the Election Issues — The Economy by Bennett Molinari and Richard Molinari Res Publica There are vast differences during the Great Depression McCain wants to reduce in the approach John raised the top capital gains the size of government and by David Trumbull McCain and Barack Obama rate to 63% from 25% and get it out of the way of busi- would take on the issues of hiked corporate taxes. The ness and out of the pockets health care, education, the moves drained needed in- of Americans. Obama wants Sensible Energy Policy for America environment, energy and vestment capital out of the to increase the size of gov- With the high, and likely setts, wind is a money- national security. Given the markets and into the hands ernment thus increase the rising, costs of fuel for trans- maker. We can build wind state of the economy, it of bureaucrats, delaying the bureaucracy which invari- portation, home heating, and turbines here in our aban- probably will be the candi- recovery. ably adds to inefficiency and the running of industry, it’s doned industrial base, pro- date with the program con- Obama offers what could wasteful spending. McCain’s time we look seriously at viding much needed good sidered most likely to get be called the stock Demo- economics is closely aligned potential energy source for manufacturing jobs as we the economy back on track cratic response to tough to Adam Smith the 18th cen- the American economy. reduce our dependence on that will win and become our times. He favors a windfall tury Scottish philosopher Oil. We must access the oil foreign oil. Cities and towns next president. Each of the profits tax on oil companies and pioneer of modern eco- we have by increased drill- are using wind power for their candidates is proposing a (which could discourage in- nomics whose influential ing. That includes Oil Shale, schools and municipal build- course of action consistent vestment in new energy re- book, The Wealth of Nations ANWR and Offshore. Strate- ings reducing need for fossil with his party’s philosophy; sources), and says he would explains how rational self- gically, we need to increase fuels and saving taxpayers whichever program prevails oppose raising the Social interest and competition, our refining capacity. hundreds of thousands of will have profound implica- Security retirement age operating in a social frame- Clean Coal. This resource dollars annually in fuel costs tions for the economy over (which if phased in over a work depending on adher- can carry a large part of the in their communities. the next decade. long enough period would be ence to moral obligations, electrical generation needs Hydroelectric and tidal McCain and Obama pre- the fairest, most sensible can lead to economic pros- and we must continue to use energy. These sources are sent the electorate with way to ease some of the perity and well-being. it extensively. underexploited — particu- opposing visions of what system’s long-run funding Obama is more closely Natural Gas. In addition to larly tidal. Advances in these shape the economy, and the challenges). aligned to the thinking of power generation, as an in- technologies will soon har- nation’s tax structure, McCain’s tax plan, which John Maynard Keynes terim measure, natural gas ness ocean and tidal currents should take. Obama believes includes a reduction in the whose economic theories can be also used as fuel for to supplement rivers and that the best way to revital- alternative minimum tax, is were published in The Gen- our cars. It is a resource we relieve our dependence on ize America is by raising lacking in progressivism eral Theory of Employment, are rich in. foreign oil. Here too, we taxes on the rich and redis- and thus, like the Bush cuts, Interest and Money, in 1936. Nuclear. We must increase have the potential for new, tributing wealth to the poor would benefit the top brack- The state, according to nuclear power use. Not only good paying, manufacturing and middle class. McCain, in ets the most. McCain prom- Keynesian economics, can can we use it here, but it is jobs. contrast, would retain all of ises that his fiscal plan will help maintain economic also an outstanding potential “We must control our own President Bush’s tax cuts, lower deficits not raise growth and stability in a export. Land based U.S. tech- destiny, our own future,” says and markedly reduce corpo- them, because he will be mixed economy, in which nology nuclear plants need to our GOP candidate for U.S. rate taxes, with the aim of austere on the spending side both the public and private be exported to help reduce Senator from Massachu- boosting investment in busi- of the ledger. Whether he’d sectors play important roles. worldwide demand for oil. setts, Jeff Beatty. Everyone nesses and creating jobs. succeed at that is open to Friedrich Hayek who taught Nuclear power barges (like understands that the world is Obama’s would hike taxes question, but he does have at the London School of the Army’s Sturgis) show how a volatile place and we can- on capital and dividends; he a lengthy track record of op- Economics in the 1930’s and we can create, sell and deploy not rely on foreign suppliers also would institute a more posing pork-barrel projects 40’s counters the Keynesian nuclear power while still of energy. Unfortunately, repressive estate tax than and has been known to take theory by arguing that what maintaining control of the many among the Democratic McCain. Obama favors a tax on special interests. starts as temporary govern- technology. majority in the U.S. Senate cut for Americans making McCain’s financial plan is mental fixes usually become Solar. This technology has recognize the problem but are less than $250,000 a year — more growth-oriented than permanent and expanding made advances that can re- unwilling — or too beholden to be offset with tax in- Obama’s because it pun- government programs, which duce fossil fuel consumption to narrow, extremist special creases on those making ishes no one group and, by stifle the private sector and on a local household and interests — to do what we more than $250,000 a year. lowering corporate tax rates, civil society. History has business level. must do to become more self It’s almost as if Obama makes U.S. businesses proved this right and further Wind. Wind energy is an reliant. Bay State voters in wants to repeat the mis- more attractive to American calls into question Obama’s outstanding American oppor- November can decide — do takes of Herbert Hoover who and foreign investors. economic plan. tunity. In the Rockies and on the coast of Massachu- (Continued on Page 14)

Wedding Gowns Cleaned & SpotlessSpotless Preserved COMMITTED TO QUALITY CleanersCleanersDRY CLEANING SERVICE WITHIN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Shirts Laundered • Leather & Suede Expert Tailoring by Nina & Mario EAST BOSTON NORTH END 24 Porter Street 306 Hanover Street Tel. 617.567.9850 Tel. 617.742.0800 Amici’s is Back Fine Italian Cuisine 111 North Washington Street North End, Boston 617-742-2998 Open Friday and Saturday Nights from 5 – 11 pm also during Sports and Concert events at the TD BankNorth Garden. Available for Private Parties

SOMERVILLE THEATRE BOX OFFICE CHARGE BY PHONE: 866-448-7849 Proprietors All dates, acts and ticket prices subject to change without notice. A service charge may be added to each ticket. Mary Ann Longo and Richard Longo POST-GAZETTE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008 Page 7

ITALIA UNITA HOSTS Mrs. Murphy . . . As I See It Lots hap- run. STRANGE ISN’T IT! Par- ... Cab drivers are seeing red, Calabrese Photo Exhibit pening! ... ticipants at the Roast be- white and blue, and it’s not with the locals. Walking The Post-Ga- lieved the endorsement was the American Flag. It’s the around their towns, tasting zette is open- part of the act, since Carlo new law allowing passengers the spectacular Calabrian ing a Satel- ran his campaign against to charge fares, and tips. kitchen, gave me a great lite office on Bennington the Menino Machine last This means cabbie’s must insight to life in Calabrian Street near Central Square year, and still got elected. report their tip money. Over kitchen, gave me a great in East Boston within the Maybe Carlo has to play ball the years cab drivers have insight to life in Calabria. I next few weeks. Marie or else???? ... Congratula- gotten away with excluding watched and captured the Matarese will be operating tions to Joe Ruggiero of a good portion of their tips in moments they sat in the the new office, and is look- Ruggiero-Mazzarella Fu- their tax returns; and lack of outdoor cafes, strolled the ing forward to working with neral Home who was chosen revenue falls back on the streets and chatted late into the people of East Boston once “Businessman of the Year”! taxpayer ... Word is the Reg- the evening. again. She is there to accept Joe deserves the accolades! istry of Motor Vehicles is The architecture reflects neighborhood news, ads, le- He has worked hard to moving from Melrose into a long and diverse past with gals, memorials, and news achieve a good reputation as the strip mall at Bell Circle monasteries, trading ports, from all other communities businessman in East Boston in Revere! That’s good news Romanesque villas, and on this side of the tunnel! and elsewhere! ... Speaking for East Boston, Revere and homes with roofs colored in Everyone is welcome to stop of politicians, former State surrounding communities. I so many shades of terra by and say hello! Look for the Rep. Gus Serra who served hear a restaurant will also cotta.” Nicole continues, opening date in the Post-Ga- East Boston residents well be opening at that location! “What I enjoyed the most zette ... Joe Ruggiero, Eastie made it possible for the resi- ... Future plans for Suffolk was photographing the activist and businessman dents of East Boston to forever Downs on Furlong Drive in- Artist Nicole Connolly things that most take for organized a very successful enjoy a .45 cent tunnel toll clude eight new retail stores. Italia Unita proudly cel- granted. I believe it is only Roast last Friday evening at as long as they live in East These plans are currently ebrates October Italian Heri- when we see images in a Suffolk Downs to help raise Boston. However, the freeze being reviewed by the city tage Month in Massachu- photograph do we appreciate much needed money for the didn’t pertain to commer- building department! Cedars setts. On Tuesday, October and realize that we are sur- Columbus Day Parade. cials trucks whose busi- Shopping Centers are the de- 7 th, 2008 at the Atlantic rounded by so many interest- Buddy Mangini another long nesses are anchored in velopers! What happens if Works Building at 80 Border ing things, and Calabria time community activist and Eastie. They pay a whopping Casinos are built in the fu- Street, East Boston. The truly is a fantastic and beau- parade organizer was avail- $4.50 toll each time they use ture on the sight? Does it event will feature photo art- tiful place.” able to help. Over 200 people the tunnel, and some use the mean all the new develop- ist Nicole Connolly’s work in To RSVP, please call attended, and listened to tunnel four and five times a ment will be bought out????? Calabria, Italy. She has re- 617-561-3201 or email to banter between politicians. day. These businesses con- ... According to sources the cently returned from an ex- [email protected] Mayor Menino who we now tribute to East Boston’s Beach Club on the Boulevard tensive month long Euro- assume is running in 2009 economy. They also inhale in Revere is still a GO! My pean photography trip cover- for another term as mayor airport pollution, and absorb next question is WHEN??? ing six nations. She visited roasted State Rep. Carlo airport noise. Some smart The developer has a lot of her native Germany, as well Basile, State Senator An- politician looking to further money riding on the project, as Austria, France, Hun- thony Petruccelli and City his/her career should look so expect something to hap- gary, Slovenia and the high- Councilor Sal LaMattina. In into this, and make an at- pen ... According to some In- light of this exhibition turn, State Rep. Carlo Basile tempt to try and lower tun- vestment Analysts the stock Calabria in Southern, Italy. raised eyebrows when he nel fares for East Boston com- market will not respond too “Calabria is a photog- used the platform to publicly mercial businesses, the sav- kindly to an Obama win!!! rapher’s absolute dream. endorse Mayor Menino as ings in turn can be passed Those with retirement in- The landscape is wonderful mayor for another 4 years. onto the consumer. Eastie vestments in the market with cliffs, rolling hills, However, the mayor hasn’t businesses deserve the should especially be wary! ... lemon trees, red poppy officially announced he will same rewards as residents!!! Till next time! fields, and crystal clear, blue ocean water.” Nicole de- scribes. “The people are so inviting, warm, and full of BRAVA STREGA NONA! life and passion. I ventured out and embedded myself Little Bambino Car, Italy A Heartwarming Pop-Up Book “Everything I know I ning three dimensional learned from Strega Nona!” scene shares one of Strega All the glory that was Rome ..... Pompei Strega Nona Shares Her Nona’s six ingredients to Secrets for a Magical Life make life magical. With doors Famiglia — Family: A magi- to open, tabs to pull and a host cal life begins with family. of other interactive features, Mangia Eat: Eating to- readers will be drawn into gether brings joy Strega Nona’s world in a way Amici — Friends: Remem- they’ve never been before. ber your friends and they will Brava Strega Nona! is a glori- remember you ous celebration of important Pazienza — Patience: Pa- values that will introduce a tience is not always easy. whole new generation of Celebrazione — Celebra- readers to this loveable tion: The most important character. celebration is life itself. EVENT INFORMATION Amore - Love: The ingredi- Friday, November 7, 2008 ent segreto — secret ingre- 11:00AM Bistro • Beer • Wine dient. Tatnuck Bookseller Local author Tomie Westborough Shopping dePaola will be appearing in In six spreads of pop-up Center Westborough and Wellesley magnificence, paper engi- 18 Lyman Street on Friday, November 7th. neered by the renowned #1 Westborough, MA 01581 As part of a huge national New York Times best-selling 508-366-4959 book tour, beloved children’s team of Robert Sabuda and Friday, November 7, 2008 LUCIA book artist and author Tomie Matthew Reinhart, “Strega 4:00 PM dePaola will be appearing in Nona” shares her words of Wellesley Free Library R I S T O R A N T E & B A R town to present his new wisdom for leading a magical (Through Wellesley book, Brava, Strega Nona! A life, all rendered with Tomie Booksmith) Traditional Heartwarming Pop-Up Book dePaola’s classic style. In 539 Washington Street, Italian Cuisine — featuring his beloved Brava Strega Nona! (on sale Wellesley, MA 02482 character Strega Nona. October 30, 2008) each stun- 781-235-1610, ext. 4 Donato Frattaroli 415 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113 R.J. Antonelli and Company Incorporated 617.367.2353 Accountants and Auditors — Open for Lunch and Dinner Daily — Boston Business Journal Top 50 Firms – 2004/2005 Corporations • Trusts • Estates • Individuals • Computer Services • Financial Planning Private dining rooms for any occasion Buying and Selling Businesses • I.R.S. and D.O.R. Representation • Federal and State Taxes 331 Montvale Avenue Rocco J. Antonelli, C.P.A. [email protected] Citizens Bank Bldg. @I-93 781-937-9300 www.luciaboston.com Woburn, MA 01801 A Since 1948 Page 8 POST-GAZETTE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008 THE NORTH END ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION vs. FRIENDS OF THE NORTH END “ALL-STAR SENIOR BASEBALL GAME” The North End Athletic As- sociation and Friends of the North End held their Annual Baseball Game at the Langone Park in the North End. With beautiful weather and enthusiastic players the evening was enjoyed by all. Ted Tomasone and Coach Dom Campochiaro work hard each year to gather these longtime friends to play and have fun, just as if they were kids again. It defi- nitely brings back their youth. Most of the these guys have been friends since they were born. They play ball every single year and they will continue to play as long as they can. Another great event dur- Back row l-r: Sal Lupo, Joe Tragno, Nick Savino, Gus Pestauro, Anthony Diamiano, Charlie Cappolla, Jim Gannon, ing the evening was the Joe Ferullo, Ron Fuccillo, Anthony Puopolo, Frank Marino, Paul Carola, Mike Annunziata, Sam Viscione, Victor dedication of the “Little Passacantilli, Louis Cavagnaro, Jim DeCenzo, Charlie Vozella, Anthony Gaeta, Bob DeCristoforo, Anthony Repucci, League Field Diamond” in Robert Colvario. Front row l-r: Steven Passacantilli, John Romano, Dom Campochiaro proudly displaying his dedi- honor of Dom Campochiaro. cation plaque, Richie Longo, Albi Maniscalco, Gaspar, Ostuni, Ted Tomasone, Vito Aluia, Pat Merola. Dom was awarded this honor for the many years he dedi- Before the start of the Athletic Association’s an- who recently passed away. going forth each golf tourna- cated to the youth of the game, Ted Tomasone pre- nual golf tournament held in The photo was signed by all ment will commemorate the North End and for all his sented Prisco Morella with a honor of Prisco’s brother An- participants of the golf tour- spirit of Anthony “Wrinkles” community service. photo from the North End thony “Wrinkles” Morella nament and members of the Morella by dedicating the NEAA. “Ted” announced that Hole-in-One in his name.

(R) Ted Tomasone presents (L) Prisco Morella brother Robert “Ted” Tomasone of Anthony “Wrinkles” Anthony Repucci Morella with the “Hole in One” sign and a photo of Anthony Gaeta and Sam Anthony signed by all the Louie Cavagnaro Viscione look on from 1st players of the Annual NEAA base Golf Tournament which was played in Anthony’s memory.

Sitting on the sidelines are Prisco Morella, Dante Richie Longo helps Gus DiFronzo, Lou Graffeo, Ernie Romano, Pat Mostone, Pestauro after sliding into Anthony Diamiano, Lisa Cappuccio, Dom Campochiaro home plate. Joe Ferulo ready to bat and Stephen Pascantilli. Maybe next year this group of critics will play. Joe Tragno swings

After the Game the teams did what they like to do best, talk and enjoy dinner at Gus Pestauro getting some valuable baseball tips LoConte’s. They suprised Louie Cavagnaro Paul Carola Coach “Dom” from his grandchildren. and Dom Campochiaro with a birthday cake. POST-GAZETTE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008 Page 9 The Socially Set by Hilda M. Morrill

Larry Witko, left, and David Willox of Milton hosted the Elizabeth Stone House’s “You Make a Difference” Garden Party. (Photo by Janet Lawn)

The home of Larry Witko rector of the Boston Women’s Pictured at the “You Make a Difference” Garden Party are The Elizabeth Stone House’s and David Willox in Milton Commission. Board of Directors, left to right: Charleen Tyson, treasurer; Linda Rosen; Maxi F. was a perfect setting for the Joining them were Hudson; Larry Witko; Maryann Civitello, Board Chair; and Susan Phillips. Missing Elizabeth Stone House “You Charleen Tyson, Linda from picture: Deborah Johnson, clerk; Mary Lincoln; Wayne Hudson; and Beth Shapiro. Make a Difference” Summer Rosen, Maxi F. Hudson, (Photo by Janet Lawn) Garden Party. Lawrence Maryann Civitello, Susan “Larry” Witko is a member of Phillips, Susan Finegan, and call 617-427-9801 or visit Sox wives Shonda Schilling families to live fuller lives by the Board of Directors of the Ruth Rollins, to name a few. www.elizabethstonehouse.org. and Dawn Timlin. providing them with compas- non-profit organization. The mission of the Eliza- ……. On Tuesday, Septem- After the class, guests will sionate care and support. Evelyn Rivera Beaudreault beth Stone House is to pre- ber 23, Boston University’s enjoy a wine reception, si- ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral and Nancy Owens Hess are vent institutionalization and Howard Gotlieb Archival lent auction, live auction and Sclerosis) is a devastating the Co-Executive Directors. further victimization of Research Center will host a luncheon with a keynote neuromuscular disease that Among the guests enjoying women in emotional distress celebration marking its 45th speaker. usually strikes at random. the beautiful garden loca- through the provision of safe, anniversary. Tickets and more informa- ……. Luxury retailer Saks tion were Sheridan Haines, confidential residential and The guest of honor, legend- tion are available online at Fifth Avenue will celebrate Executive Director of the community support services ary television journalist and www.sayitwithflowersma.org, the completion of the rede- Governor’s Council to Ad- for them and their children. anchor Dan Rather, will be on or by phone at 1-888-CURE- signed Boston store with a dress Sexual Assault and For further information hand to open the new major ALS or 781-255-8884. gala to benefit Massachu- Domestic Violence, and about the Elizabeth Stone exhibition, “A View from the All proceeds from the “4th setts Society for the Preven- Marie Turley, Executive Di- House and its programs, Vault: Celebrating 45 Years Annual Boston Say It With tion of Cruelty to Children. of Collecting.”Following the Flowers” will benefit The ALS The dazzling showcase of opening, Mr. Rather will Association Massachusetts fashion, music and cuisine speak about the upcoming Chapter, a non-profit organi- will take place on Thursday, presidential election at the zation whose mission is to September 25 from 6 p.m. to “Gotlieb Lecture.” An exhibi- lead the fight to cure and 9 p.m. tion of Rather’s papers will be treat ALS through global, cut- From Park Avenue classic on display to the public at ting-edge research, and to to Soho trendy, a carefully this lecture. empower people with Lou The event is free and open Gehrig’s disease and their (Continued on Page 13) to the public. The exhibition opening takes place at 5 p.m. in the Gotlieb Gallery, 1st Floor, Mugar Library, 771 Common- wealth Ave, Boston. The “Gotlieb Lecture” follows at 7 p.m. in Metcalf Hall, 2nd Floor of the George Sherman Union, at 775 Common- wealth Avenue. For more information, call 617-353-1218 or email Susan Finegan, right, from Mintz Levin Law Firm [email protected]. receives the “You Matter!” Award from Ruth Rollins, …… Something special is Community Resource Specialist and BW Program blooming in Boston! “Say It Coordinator at the Elizabeth Stone House. With Flowers” is a unique (Photo by Janet Lawn) fundraising event that be- gins with a hands-on flower arranging class led by “America’s Flower Man,” Dale Mattéo Gallo Rohman. The fun begins at 9 a.m. at the InterContinental Boston o Appraisals Hotel on Wednesday, Septem- ber 24, and is hosted by Red Sales & Rentals

• DIAMONDS Real Estate ROLEX ESTATE JEWELRY 376 North Street • Boston, MA 02113 Bought & Sold (617) 523-2100 • Fax (617) 523-3530 Jewelers Exch. Bldg. Jim (617) 263-7766 Page 10 POST-GAZETTE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008 Bob D’s Beat by Bob DeCristoforo birthday to see the Red Sox play the Texas Rangers. It was a great weekend, and I had fun. They don’t sing LAS VEGAS — all, he’s obsessed with find- “Sweet Caroline” at ‘The Ball SEASON FIVE (4-DVD) ing the killer of a valued Park’ but they do sing ‘Deep Univ. Studios Home Ent. Strike Team member and in the Heart of Texas”, and Las Vegas is hotter than friend. there was a whole lot Red ever as new players come to Meanwhile, Shane hooks Sox fans. Red Sox Nation is town for a sizzling Season 5 up with the Armenian mob alive in Texas! Red Sox Des- of TV’s sharpest and sexiest and becomes a dangerous tinations Tours provides a drama. As recently installed adversary to Vic. Claudette quality trip. I’d do it again! Montecito Resort & Casino struggles to keep the Barn (See related photo/essay on owner A.J. Cooper (Tom from being shut down, and page 5). Selleck) ups the stakes for Dutch suffers the wrath of COLLEGE BOARD his elite Las Vegas surveil- his arrogant new partner. Harvard opens up their lance team. All 17 episodes (8 hrs. 18 mins./Available season at home this Friday plus two double-length epi- now). Joe Mantone and Family at Fenway Park night (Sept 19th) at ‘the sodes filled with smokin’ hot MISS PETTIGREW LIVES Stadium’ in Cambridge. bodies and intense new FOR A DAY (DVD) FAMILY DAY AT FENWAY their second straight pound- Kickoff time is 7pm. Special scandals. Cast members Univ. Studios Home Ent. Saturday marked the Final ing Leominster 36-6. Thanks to our friends at Har- include Josh Duhamel, A charming comedy star- North End Against Drugs Southie shutout Latin Acad- vard, who once again are pro- Vanessa Marcil, Molly Sims ring Amy Adams and Frances Red Sox Family Day of the emy 28-0. West Roxbury viding North End Against and James Lesure, with spe- McDormand about finding season. Fifty-Five were ‘in downed Boston English Drugs with tickets for young cial guest appearances by a new life and a new love, the Park’ for the game ver- 22-16. Giovanni Smith had people for four Home Football Cheryl Ladd, Geoffrey Owens all in one day. When Miss sus Toronto, and despite the the game winner for Westie. game. Harvard continues to and Rachel Boston. (14 hrs. Pettigrew (McDormand) loss everyone had a great Somerville defeated Greater know the importance of in- 34 mins./Available now). stumbles upon the chance time. North Enders and their Lawrence 22-7. Pope John troducing College Athletics THEN SHE FOUND ME to become the new “social guests do know how to sing was shutout by Chelsea to young people. (DVD) secretary” to glamorous high- “Sweet Caroline”. We had a 12-0 ... the Tigers are 0-2. PROLINE Image Entertainment society singer and actress lot of fun. Red Sox Family Arlington Catholic shut- The Denver Broncos thrill- A touching, warmly amus- Delysia Lafosse (Adams), she Days have become a great down Shawsheen 32-0, and ing 39-38 win over San Diego ing story directed by Helen seizes the opportunity de- part of the North End Against Georgetown whipped Matig- at InVesco Park in Denver Hunt follows schoolteacher spite being totally out of her Drugs year each summer, non 41-6. brought back some great April Epner (Hunt) on her element. Swept up into the and wouldn’t be possible East Boston Football Coach memories of my ‘Frozen very unlikely path toward glamorous whirl of high with the help of our sponsors, John Sousa begins his 14th Four Trip to Denver last personal fulfillment. Follow- society, it’s all Miss Petti- like NSTAR, who make it all season at the helm, and April. ing her separation from her grew can do to keep up possible. Charlestown High Coach Congrats to QB Mike husband (Matthew Brod- with Delysia as she juggles DODGER FALL BALL George Farro, who calls Cassel, and his 2-0 New erick) and the death of her her love life and career. RETURNS Eastie home, begins his 6th England Patriots. adoptive mother, April is con- Smashingly good! (1 hr. 32 The North End Baseball year at CHS. Tampa Bay and North- tacted by her apparent birth mins./PG-13/Available now) Dodgers will play a 12 game TEXAS TRIP eastern Alum Carlos Pena mother (Bette Midler), a col- FLOOD (DVD) Fall Ball Schedule on Sun- still loves Fenway Park. His orful local talk show host Genius Entertainment days at Puopolo Park. This three run homer last week who’s not exactly the ideal As nature unleashes its is the second year of Fall topped our Red Sox in extra mom. As she tries to become fury, colossal tides, surging Ball program. The Dodgers innings! the mother to April that she rapids and heavy downpours, are sponsored by the North Congrats to Chicago Cub never was able to be, April a historical city is threat- End Athletic Association Carlos Zambranno on his finds solace in the arms of ened with mass destruction. (NEAA). Head Coach is Ralph Sunday night ‘No Hitter’ the father of one of her stu- London’s 8 million citizens Martignetti. versus the Houston Astros, dents (Colin Firth). With ev- race against time, as daring HIGH SCHOOL PREP first for a Cub in thirty six ery aspect of her world turned rescuers try to prevent a cat- NOTEBOOK years. upside down, April must astrophe of epic proportion. A Whittier defeated Charles- Final Regular Season learn how to cope with an catastrophe that while un- town 32-12 in the season game at Yankee Stadium is age-old truth — life can imaginable, it is yet all too home football opener, and this Sunday, September change in a heartbeat. (1 hr. possible in today’s world. (1 East Boston was stopped 21st when the Yankees host 40 mins./Available now). hr. 50 mins./Available now). at home by Coach Bill Baltimore. 8pm on ESPN LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL HOUSE: SEASON FOUR Maradei’s Austin Prep team ‘Game of the Week’ VICTIMS UNIT — THE (9-DVD) 24-2. Catholic Memorial TIDBITS SEVENTH YEAR (5-DVD) Univ. Studios Home Ent. shutout Boston Latin - NEAD Annual Apple Pick- Univ. Studios Home Ent. The diagnosis is simple — 33-0. Andrew DiBartolo had ing Trip is scheduled for this The clues all lead to one prepare for even more baf- Live from Texas three touchdowns for the Sunday, September 21st of the most hard-hitting fling, complex and shocking Knights. BC High topped My great sister Debbie - NEMPAC will hold their and powerful seasons of Law medical mysteries than Brockton 28-7. Everett won sent me to Texas for my Annual Flea Market and & Order: SVU ever as all 22 ever before as every season Bake Sale on Sunday, Sep- gripping episodes of the four episode of House is re- tember 28th at the Prado. compelling seventh season vealed. Reunite with the Greater Boston’s Affordable Private Cemetery - Good to hear that Father is packed in a 5-disc set. perplexing and prickly Wayne is back as Pastor, at Mariska Hargitay and Chris Dr. Gregory House (Hugh Traditional Burial Plot Sacred Heart Church in Meloni return to their criti- Laurie) tackles impossible East Boston. cally acclaimed detective cases while putting a new (for 2) Starting at $1500 - Thank you, Debbie D, for roles to investigate some of staff of potential team mem- my surprise Birthday gift the most provocative and bers through the medical - Congrats to Dom Savio emotionally intense sexually wringer. Trademark sar- COMMUNITY MAUSOLEUMS GARDEN COLUMBARIUMS Alum Joe Ruggiero on his based crimes ripped from the casm and his irreverent 500 Canterbury St. 617.524.1036 well deserved ‘Business headlines. Join guest stars bedside manner makes him Boston, MA 02131 www.stmichaelcemetery.com Person of the Year’ Honor by Dean Cain, Marcia Gay appear antisocial, yet he’s Serving the Italian community for over 100 years! the East Boston Chamber Harden, Brittany Snow, and still respected at the same of Commerce, which will be Mark McGrath, in this se- time. (11 hrs. 44 mins./Avail- presented at the October 23rd ries that tackles today’s able now). Award Dinner. toughest topics head on! (15 THE SCORPION KING 2: Have a professional represent - Tony Cappozzi will be hrs. 35 mins./Available now). RISE OF A WARRIOR you and your claim against remembered at a Testimo- THE SHIELD: (DVD) nial Dinner in his honor this THE COMPLETE SIXTH Univ. Studios Home Ent. the Insurance Company Saturday, Sept 20th at the SEASON (4-DVD) Witness the beginning Winthrop Elks Club at 7pm. Sony Pictures Home Ent. of the legend of the Scor- Richard Settipane Joe Plagenza 617-642-5000 Local actor Michael pion King. When a young PUBLIC INSURANCE ADJUSTER has details. Chiklis stars as rogue cop Mathayus witnesses his - Thanks to Boston Com- Detective Vic Mackey, prov- father’s death at the hands FIRE - BURGLARY - FLOOD munity Centers for Youth ing that even as a hardened of the king (UFC champion And All Other Losses Pertaining to and Families, a number of cop, things have never been Randy Couture), his quest for young people, under the tougher. In The Shield’s mes- vengeance transforms him Your Home or Business. watchful eye of Laurie merizing sixth season, he into the most feared warrior One Longfellow Place - Suite 2322 D’Elia, from the Nazzaro must deal with a vicious, of the ancient world. A heroic Boston, Massachusetts 02114 Center, attended a perfor- gang-related slaughter with adventure from the produc- mance of ‘A Chorus Line’. no leads, the desperate at- ers of the Mummy franchise, 24 Hour Service - Damien, remember base- tempts of an Internal Affairs filled with heart-stopping (617) 523-3456 ball caps can be deceiving ... detective to discredit him, action and thrilling visual FAX (617) 723-9212 Go Red Sox! and the looming threat of effects. (1 hr. 49 mins./Avail- SMILE! forced retirement. To top it able now). POST-GAZETTE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008 Page 11

as one of a handful of shows in ’08. call: 6I7-997-0948 or log onto Rock innovators Pete Townshend and www.dancefriday.org. Take part of Roger Daltrey will bring their electric, DANCE this weekly dance event. mind blowing performances back with NOW a vengeance. INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY TINA TURNER - Sunday, Novem- ART ART ber 16, at 7:00 PM and Monday, No- 100 Northern Ave, Waterfront, PLAYING vember 17, 7:30 PM. The fabulous Boston, MA performer has been wooing audi- CELTIC TAP – An Evening with MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS ences since the seventies without James Devine – October 17th Huntington Ave. Boston, MA ever losing ground. through October 19, 2008. A stun- WINSLOW HOMER: AMERICAN UPTOWN & DOWNTOWN COLDPLAY - October 29, 2008 at ning combination of tap, step dance SCENES – Now through December 7:30 PM. Coldplay recently confirmed and urban rhythms; featuring noted 7, 2008. This installation of art spans a return trip of their “Viva La Vida” Irish tap dancer, James Devine. Homer’s career from his earliest North American Tour to the TD ANOTHER EVENING: SER- works at age 13 to his last seascape Banknorth Garden on October 29 in ENADE/THE PROPOSITION – Oc- at age 73. support of their album of the same tober 24th through October 26th – per- GREAT COMPANY: PORTRAITS name.Viva La Vida is the follow-up to formances by the Bill T. Jones/Arnie BY EUROPEAN MASTERS – Now 2005’s X&Y, which debuted at #1 in Zane Dance Company. These spar- through January 5, 2009. A selec- 32 countries and has sold 10 million kling performances transport the tion of portraits and sculpture by Eu- copies worldwide to date. Check them viewer through time with a cast of ropean masters dating from the Re- th out live. For tickets call 617-931-2000 fierce dancers and sound. naissance to the 20 century will or www. ticketmaster.com PHILADANCO – November 14th grace the Coolidge Gallery. This is a through November 16, 2008. This must see collection! For more infor- MOHEGAN SUN ARENA dance group performs joyous and mation please visit www.mfa.org or 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville, CT adventurous works with universal call 617-369-3300. PAUL ANKA - Friday, October 24, appeal that blends African-American 2008 at 8:00PM - Mohegan Sun audi- dance with ballet, jazz and modern INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ences have come to expect nothing dance. For tickets and other infor- ART but the best from Paul Anka, who de- mation, call: 617-478-3100 or visit: 100 Northern Ave, Boston, MA livers as a consummate live enter- www.icaboston.org WORKS OF TATE DONOVAN – tainer. His latest CD Classic Songs,My October 10, 2008 through January Way finds him putting his own spin BROOKLINE TAI CHI CENTER, 4, 2009. With sensitivity to texture, on contemporary music by songwriters 1615 Beacon St., Brookline, MA. scale and the inherent properties of such as Billy Joel, Joni Mitchell, Cyndi Dance Friday is an on-going par- materials, Donovan transforms huge Lauper, Daniel Powter and The Kill- ticipatory dance held every Friday at volumes of mass-produced items into Armed with a sense of tenacity as formidable as his tal- ers. It also features a special duet with the center. The evening starts with incredible sculptural forms. ent, Paul Anka has conquered many challenges over the Pop superstar Michael Bublé (whose a warm-up at 8 and continues with THE ART WALL – Now through October 12, 2008. This exhibit is dedi- course of the last five decades, forging a career that’s career began through Paul Anka’s dancing until midnight to music sponsorship). For tickets, please call played by rotating DJ’s. Dancers of cated to monumental, site-specific unlike any other in the history of pop. As he made the Ticketmaster at 617-931-2000 or log all ages and abilities are invited to works by leading contemporary art- transition from ’50s teen idol to celebrated songwriter onto ticketmaster.com. dance barefoot, any way you like, ists of the day and is a collective ex- to a contemporary torchbearer for all that swings, he has with or without a partner, in a smoke perience of art and music together. For more information call: 617-478- maintained a commitment to quality, bringing his best LOWELL MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM and alcohol free environment. Chil- dren are welcome. For more infor- 3100 or visit the website at: to whatever he faces. Indeed, Anka’s two most recent al- 50 East Merrimack St, Lowell, MA AN EVENING WITH COLIN mation about this program please www.icaboston.org. bums - Rock Swings and now Classic Songs, My Way - MOCHRIE AND BRAD SHERWOOD have inspired millions of music listeners to not just hear Sunday, October 19, 2008 at 7:30 PM. some familiar songs in new ways but to marvel at the This is a fully improvised evening of ITALIAN EVENTS & PROGRAMS enduring ingenuity and integrity of Anka as an artist and comedy and mayhem that revolves around audience participation and SOMERVILLE THEATRE eral of Italy, Dr. Liborio Stellino. performer. Performing in October at Mohegan Sun, check suggestions. This show is completely 55 Davis Square, Somerville, MA Open to the public. Light refresh- out Music section for more details. spontaneous. ZUCCHERO - Thursday, September ments will be served. glish professor lives for Communism DISNEY HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 2 25, 2008 at 7:30 PM. World renown and Esme, the flower child is high. December 18, 2008 through January Italian star Zucchero returns to Bos- HILTON BOSTON LOGAN AIPORT THEATER Come and see this sweeping and pas- 11, 2009. This musical event follows ton for a one night engagement. Logan Int’l Airport, E. Boston, MA sionate drama. For more information, Troy, Gabriella, Sharpay, Ryan and Check out Zucchero in this intimate OCTOBER ITALIAN HERITAGE NORTH SHORE MUSIC THEATRE tickets and performance times, please their friends from East High during a setting. For tickets call or log onto MONTH - 10TH ANNIVERSAY 2008 Musical Season at NSMT: call: 617-266-0800 or visit: summer of fun, sun and song at a fabu- www.ticketmaster.com or 617-931- DINNER DANCE. SHOW BOAT – Now through October www.huntingtontheatre.org lous country club. Tickets are now on 2000. Friday, October 3, 2008 at 6:30 PM 12, 2008; 42ND STREET –October 28th sale. Call: 978-232-7200 or visit: This black tie optional event is through November 23, 2008 and A AMERICAN REPERTORY THEATRE www.nsmt.org. ISABELLA STEWART GARDNER hosted by the Consul General of CHRISTMAS CAROL – December 5th Loeb Drama Center MUSEUM Italy, Liborio Stellino and the Octo- through December 21, 2008. For more 64 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA EMERSON COLLEGE 280 The Fenway, Boston MA ber Italian Heritage Month commit- information and tickets, please call: LET ME DOWN EASY – Now Cutler Majestic Theatre LUISA RABBIA: TRAVELS WITH tee, celebrating it’s10th anniversary, 978-232-7200 or visit: www.nsmt.org. through October 11, 2008. Written and 219 Tremont Street, Boston, MA ISABELLA, TRAVEL SCRAPBOOKS the evening includes dinner, danc- performed by Anna Deavere Smith, DER FREISCHUTZ – October 17, 19 FROM THE YEAR 1883 TO 2008 ing, and music by Frank Zarba. Please THE OPERA HOUSE this production is a journey in search and 21, 2008. Considered the first Now through September 28, 2008 support this great event. For tickets 539 Washington St, Boston, MA of human qualities that are too sel- German Romantic opera, it has its During her residency at the Gardner please call 617-876-5160. A CHORUS LINE – September 11th dom in the news—compassion, gen- basis in folk legends as well as the Museum, Luisa Rabbia was inspired through October 5, 2008. This is a erosity and grace in the face of a com- heightened emotions and supernatu- by photographs Isabella Stewart SAINT LEONARD’S CHURCH musical for everyone who has ever had plex world. For tickets please call: 617- ral elements of the plot. It is sung in Gardner collected while traveling in Hanover St, Boston, MA a dream and put it all on the line. 547-8300. German with English supertitles. For China in 1883. For this exhibition, Sunday , September 28, 2008 - LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL more information call: 617-451-3388. Rabbia has used these archival pho- Association Gizio and Donne 2000 October 28th through November 9, ROBINSON THEATER tographs to create a video of an imagi- celebrate yearly Mass at 10:30AM in 2008 – The hilarious MGM film is 617 Lexington St., Waltham, MA nary landscape animated with her honor of “Day of Thanksgiving” for Broadway’s new smash hit musical “REMEMBERING THE 40’S— Special Events own drawings as well as other images Italian immigrants. Following Mass and it’s coming to you. THE FAREWELL TOUR” – Saturday, and music. The result is a fantastical there will be refreshments in the DIRTY DANCING – February 7th October 4th at 1:00 PM and again at INTERCONTINENTAL BOSTON, narrative that is both contemporary church hall. For more information through March 15, 2009. A movie seen 5:00 PM. A cast of fifty performers brings ROSE KENNEDY BALLROOM. and historical. The dynamic tension call Domenico Susi at 617-742-2791 by millions with an unforgettable the era to life with songs, tributes to 510 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, MA that exists in drawing between the or Rosa Giammarco at 617-742-0971. soundtrack and a story which touched celebrities of the decade and the rec- A PARK FOR ALL SEASONS GALA figure and its background, the being the heart of a generation, is now a reation of a 40’s radio show highlights - Friday, November 21, 2008. Join and becoming of space and time, has ITALIAN RADIO record-breaking stage show. Experi- this production. For tickets, please Mayor Thomas Menino your friends influenced much of Rabbia’s work with “The Sicilian Corner” 11:00 AM ence it all. For tickets, times of the call: 781-891-5600 or visit: and neighbors to celebrate Christo- paper, papier-maché, porcelain and to 1:00 PM every Friday with host Tom performances and more information, www.reagleplayers.com. pher Columbus Park. Enjoy dancing animation. Luisa Rabbia was an Art- Zappala and Mike Lomazzo and call: 866-633-0194. to the Stardust Band, a buffet dinner ist-in-Residence at the Gardner in “The Italian Show” w/Nunzio and silent auction. For more informa- 2007. DiMarca every Sunday from 10 AM to THE COLONIAL THEATRE tion an to purchase tickets call 617- A CONVERSATION WITH ALAN 1 PM on www.1110wccmam.com 106 Boylston Street, Boston, MA MUSIC 723-3584 or www.focccp.org CHONG. “Italia Oggi” (Italy Today) Sun- FROST/NIXON – January 27, 2009 Thursday, September 25, 2008 - days 1PM to 2 PM with host Andrea through February 8, 2009. Stacy BERKLEE PERFORMANCE OLD SOUTH MEETING HOUSE 6:30 PM Urdi AM 1460 www.1460WXBR.com Keach leads a cast of 10 in this fast- CENTER 310 Washington St, Boston, MA Chong is a curator of the collec- “Dolce Vita Radio” DJ Rocco paced Tony Award nominated new 136 Massachusetts Ave., Boston THE RESTORATION OF THE tion, and Pieranna Cavalchini fol- Mesiti 11 AM-1 PM Sundays. 90.7 FM play which shows the determination, The Sovereign Bank Music Series HOUSE OF THE SEVEN GABLES – lowed by the book launch and signing or online at www.djrocco.com th Travels with Isabella conviction and cunning of two men at Berklee. Pop music chases fads; Wednesday, September 24 at 6:30 of by Luisa as they square off in one of the most great music surprises us. The Sover- PM. This is a lecture given by Anita D. Rabbia. For more inforamtion call 617- WESTIN BOSTON monumental television interviews of eign Bank Music Series at Berklee Blackaby of the House of Seven Gables. 566-1401 or for tickets for these spec- WATERFRONT HOTEL all time. For tickets and times of the presents great music from Peru to THE MUSE OF THE REVOLU- tacular events, please call the box of- 425 Summer Street Boston, MA performances, call Ticketmaster at: Nashville; from soul to lando to jazz. TION: MERCY OTIS WARREN – Fri- fice at 617-278-5156. CONFEDERAZIONE SICILIANI 617-931-2787 Eight shows. No boundaries. Full of day, October 10th from 12:15 to 1:00 NORD AMERICA IN COLLABORA- st ORSOGNA WOMEN’S CLUB A BRONX TALE – March 31 surprises. November 6, 2008, - Eva PM. Historian Nancy Rubin Stuart re- TION WITH THE SICILIAN ASSO- Montavale Plaza through April 11, 2009. Actor Chazz Ayllón, November 16, 2008 - Daniel veals how her provocative writing CIATION OF GREATER BOSTON 54 Montvale Ave, Stoneham, MA Palminteri gives an unforgettable per- Lanois, December 3, 2008 - Wayner made her an exception among the 2008 ANNUAL GALA DINNER. formance as a young boy’s rough child- Shorter Quartet 75th Birthday largely voiceless women of the eigh- FASHION SHOW - Sunday, Septem- Saturday, November 1st at 7:30 hood in the 1960s-era Bronx, and the Celebration, February 5, 2009 - Jazz teenth century. A book signing will ber 28, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Featuring Ital- PM. There will also be an all day con- unforgettable people he encountered. as Condition: Mint Condition, follow. ian designers who have influenced the ference with several Sicilian Asso- fashion industry worldwide. Along For tickets and times of the perfor- March 1, 2009 - The Great Ameri- ciations coming from the USA and mances, call Ticketmaster at: 617- can Songbook: The Music of Burt NATICK COLLECTION with the fashion show displays will be Canada that constitute the CSNA. set up with jewelry and various fash- 931-2787 Bacharach, March 7, 2009 - Shining 1245 Worcester St., Natick, MA For more information please call Stars: The Music of Earth, Wind THE ART OF FASHION - Friday, ion accessories for sale. Refreshments Maria Marchetti at 781-461-2633 or will be served. For more information BOSTON UNIVERSITY THEATRE & Fire, April 16, 2009 - Singers Show- September 19, 2008 Reception from Mirella Mazzeo at 617-361-3893. please call Angela at 781-231-1480 or 264 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA case: The 25th Anniversary. All con- 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Ongoing through Sep- Giuliana at 617-697-1332. HOW SHAKESPEARE WON THE certs begin at 8:15 p.m., except where tember 28th. An exhibit by the fash- ITALTALK-AN INTERACTIVE WEST – Now through October 5, 2008. noted. For ticket information, call 617 ion design program at Massachusetts FORUM - Sponsored by National MASS STATE HOUSE During the California Gold Rush, an 747-2261 or visit berkleebpc.com. College of Art and Design. View the Italian American Foundation (NIAF). eccentric enterprising troupe learns collections showcasing orginal en- OCTOBER ITALIAN HERITAGE Take part of this interactive forum MONTH KICK OFF - that the entertainment starved 49ers TD BANKNORTH GARDEN sembles from the design students. For Wednesday, Oc- for students and teachers of Italian have a genuine enthusiasm for clas- Causeway St., Boston more information visit the events tober 1, 2008 at 10:30AM The Annual language to exchange information. Kick-off event this year will be held at sic plays and will pay in gold. See what THE WHO - October 24, 2008 at section of www.natickcollection.com. The forum is free and allows profes- the State House in Boston from 10:30 happens!!! 8:00 PM. After a brief hiatus following sionals to access information about th am until 1:00 pm, Grand Staircase. ROCK & ROLL – November 7 a hugely successful world tour, The SALEM HISTORICAL TOURS job openings, scholarships, student/ Please come and attend with family through December 7, 2008. It’s Au- Who will return to North America for 8 Central Street, Salem, MA teacher exchanges etc. To become and friends and demonstrate your gust 1968 and Russian tanks are roll- a very limited number of engagements History & Architecture Tour – a member of this forum please support for October Italian Heritage ing into Prague. Jan the Czech stu- in Fall, 2008, including the TD Wednesdays and Mondays at 4:00 PM. register for free at www.niaf.org/ Month! Honored Guest, Consul Gen- dent lives for rock music, Max the En- Banknorth Garden on October 24th please call: 978-745-0666 for info. italtalk . Page 12 POST-GAZETTE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008

Recipes from the Homeland by Vita Orlando Sinopoli

Wanted! Single women! State officials in shocked the COPYRIGHT, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Serbia, which has too many bachelors, want world by choos- SHRIMP IN TOMATO SAUCE to import 250,000 unmarried women from ing as his vice other countries. Zeljko Vasiljevic, Serbia’s presidential OVER LINGUINE secretary of state for social policy, says that nominee Sarah 14 ounces of crushed tomatoes talks are underway with nearby states such Palin, 44, a spunky “former beauty queen,” 1 medium chopped onion as Ukraine, which has a surplus of women, mother of five, and former mayor of Wassilla, 1 large garlic clove chopped (optional) as well as with Asian nations such as Alaska, pop. 9,000. What’s more, Palin has 1/4 cup olive, canola or vegetable oil Cambodia and Laos. While the Asian women been Alaska’s governor for the last 20 1 teaspoon of dried basil or two fresh basil leaves would have farther to travel, said Zeljko, they months, but with no experience in national 1/2 pound fresh medium shrimp have “a tradition of bearing children, “as well or in foreign policy. In short, Palin is a good 3 tablespoons white wine as being “good at agriculture work.” choice for serving as vice president. She’s Grated cheese of choice Giuseppina, cosce storte, says if she no dummy! Heat oil in skillet, add chopped onion, garlic (optional), showed up in Serbia the bachelors would go A poll by Zogby International revealed 60% and basil. Simmer until onion is opaque. Garlic should not crazy! “They would kill each other over me. of registered voters said they would support brown. Add crushed tomatoes and stir thoroughly. Cover A wealthy Manhattan mother posted a an openly gay candidate for president. and allow the sauce to come to a slow boil. Lower heat and Craig’s List ad for a nanny that began, “My Another poll claims 52% of Americans be- simmer for about twenty minutes. Stir occasionally to kids are a pain in the ass,” and went on to lieve the legal drinking age should remain prevent sauce from sticking to the bottom of skillet. Add a describe, in 1,000 words, why the job would 21, while 31% agree with a group of college half-cup of water if mixture appears to be too thick. make most people miserable. Fifteen people presidents who recently issued a call for the Remove outer skin from shrimp. Wash thoroughly and applied, and a 25-year-old woman accepted drinking age to be lowered to 18. set cleaned shrimp aside in a bowl. When sauce has cooked the job without meeting the children. The congenial Louise Santosuosso of about twenty minutes, add shrimp, stir and cover. Cook Actor James Gandolfini married former Watertown heard many a man drinks to shrimp in sauce until they are pink. Do not overcook model Deborah Lin in her hometown of make him forget the woman who is driving shrimp. Cover and remove skillet from heat. Honolulu a few weeks ago. Gandolfini’s him to drink. Cook linguine, or pasta of your choice according to the 8-year-old son from his first marriage served Proprio Stronzo thinks before marriage, a directions on the package. While pasta is cooking, return as best man for the 20-minute ceremony. man drinks for pleasure; after marriage, it’s shrimp-sauce mixture to burner to reheat slowly. After a The proud bride walked down the aisle to the from sorrow. minute, add three tablespoons of white wine to shrimp- “Hawaiian Wedding Song.” It was rumored Reminder! October is the tenth anniver- sauce mixture. Stir and bring to a slow boil. Turn off burner the bride and groom feasted on baccala and sary of Italian Heritage Month! Stay tuned and remove from heat. When pasta is cooked and strained, bowls of linguini. for information about some gala activities place in a serving platter and top with tomato sauce and Irish eyes aren’t smiling! Ireland’s tourism being planned for the month. Be assured, with shrimp. industry is seeing its worst year in a decade, Judge Joseph V. Ferrino, as Chairman of the OPTIONAL: Adding additional shrimp will give enough said the Cork Irish Examiner in an editorial. anniversary committee, you will enjoy at- shrimp to serve with the pasta and some separately with a The national tourism board, said the coun- tending some planned activities. Bravo to the fresh green salad. Remaining sauce freezes well. try has hosted 20 percent fewer tourists this October Italian Heritage Month Committee: Serves two. year in some places, and those who do come Stephen Maio, Kevin Caira, Cecile Bianco, are spending less. The domestic tourist mar- Salvatore Bramante, Lucia Clark, John Note: When I was a child, Mama prepared this quick and ket has been negligible this year because of Christoforo, and Florence Ferullo Kane. easy meal often during the Lenten season. Because my hus- bad weather: The Irish won’t travel to the Dr. Liborio Stellino, Consul General is the band and I enjoy shrimp, I serve this meal frequently through- coast to spend their holidays in the same Honorary Chairman. Should you wish to out the year. In the summer, I use an older sturdy skillet and drizzle they can get at home. And Americans, participate in planning activities simply call prepare this sauce with shrimp on my gas-charcoal grill. traditionally the most populous group of for- 617-499-7955 or log on to their website at eign tourists, are staying away because of www.ItalianHeritageMonth.com. their own “economic gloom and poor ex- It all began in 1492! On that fateful morn- Vita can be reached at [email protected] change rates.” ing of Friday, October 12, 1492, “Christopher Are our high restaurant prices deterring Columbus” (Cristoforo Colombo) lands in “The them? asked Kitty Holand in the Dublin Irish New World.” The Genoese navigator, sailing • Mayor’s Column (Continued from Page 1) Times. Failte Ireland says it has received under the flag of Spain, changes the course and writing skills in a simi- penings in the Boston Pub- numerous complaints from tourists who say of human events, beginning a 500-year his- lar manner to the SAT. The lic Schools, I suggest start- that eating out in Ireland isn’t worth the tory of Italian-American contributions to the test provides students and ing with their new website, money. Irish chef Richard Corrigan, who has greatness of America. educators with important www.bostonpublicschools.org. been working in London, said he was “really, In 1497, the English flag was first planted data about academic The website will strengthen shocked” by restaurant prices on a recent on American soil by “John Cabot” (Giovanni strengths and areas that communication between visit to Ireland. “Everything seems to cost four Caboto), giving England her claim to North need improvement in skills families, staff, and the com- or five or six Euros more than an equivalent America. Cabot/Caboto also plants “The Lion necessary for college study. munity. The site contains London experience.” The tourism board has of St. Mark,” symbol of Venice, marking the The PSAT also serves as the many new and improved promised to study the discrepancy and enact discovery of America. qualifying test for top per- features, such as up-to-date tougher price regulations. It was Americus Vespucius of Florence who forming 11th grade students content about schools and According to Frank Arricale, the word most advanced the belief that the new lands dis- to receive financial assis- major initiatives along with often uttered by speakers during the Demo- covered after Columbus’ first voyage were not tance through the National certain key content trans- cratic convention was “change” — used an Asia but a new world, —”America.” Merit Scholarship program. lated in eight different average of 89 times a day-followed by Time for some show business reminiscing In fact, I want to congratu- languages. Parents will find “McCain” (78) and “energy” (49). At the 2004 with the noted musicologist, Albert Natale. late four Boston Latin School new email notifications use- Democratic convention, the most common Early rock star Fabian was introduced to students that were just ful, and families new to the words were “health care” (47) and “jobs” (42). Chancellor Records Bob Marcucci by Frankie named semi-finalists for district can even use the “Change” was invoked just 11 times. Avalon, who agreed that Fabian looked like a National Merit Scholarships. new “School Choice” section Tom Analetto of Medford, claims, speeches cross between Elvis Presley and Ricky If you want to check out for school selection and are like the horns on a steer: a point here, a Nelson. Singing was secondary. At one time, some of the other great hap- registration. point there, with a lot of bull in between. there were plans to remake “The African Joe Antonelli of Somerville, thinks a speech Queen” as a musical starring Lee Marvin and is like a bad tooth: the longer it takes to draw Doris Day. Reminders! Perry Como’s first solo it out, the more it hurts. hit was the Jerome Kern-Ira Gershwin song 1st Generation The astute Rosalie Cunio of Waltham, “Long Ago And Far Away.” Como had 42 top- thinks a good speech, like a woman’s skirt, ten hits on the Billboard charts between 1944 Italian-American should be long enough to cover the subject and 1958. Don Costa of Boston, arranged for and short enough to create interest. some top recording artists around. They in- Vita Orlando Sinopoli Peter Beatrice who once served as cam- cluded Vic Damone, Sarah Vaughn, Vaughn Shares with us paign manager of politicians, says, most poli- Monroe, Eydie Gorme, Steve Lawrence, Paul ticians have four speeches: what they have Anka and Frank Sinatra. Irish singer Dennis a delightful recollection written down, what they actually say, what Day was hired by Jack Benny for his radio of her memories as a child they wished they had said, and what they are show in 1939 and the two became good quoted as saying the next day. friends right up to Benny’s death in 1974. A growing up in Carlo Scostumato claims political speeches few years ago it was reported Bing Crosby’s Boston’s “Little Italy” are usually just baloney disguised as food for recording of “White Christmas” had sold more thought. than 100-million copies! As a result of a and a collection of Gee, the average 6- to 12-year-old spends musicians strike in 1942, the world of popu- Italian family recipes just 24 minutes a day doing household lar music had become primarily a singer’s from the homeland. chores such as cleaning, loading the dish- world. Not only on records, but also on washer, and laundry — a 25% drop from 1981, radio shows that once featured the top so reported The Wall Street Journal. bands. Great as Gifts GOP presidential candidate John McCain AMERICA IS A BEAUTIFUL ITALIAN NAME Available thru the web at WWW. FROM MY BAKERY PERCH or order an autographed copy from Vita Orlando Sinopoli, P.O. Box 906, Wilmington, MA 01887 Happy Birthday — Ray!!!!! Hardcover: $25.00 Softcover: $20.00 plus $3.00 shipping and handling POST-GAZETTE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008 Page 13

• The Socially Set (Continued from Page 9)

Last weekend, Loretta, my tar plus two singers, Danny my T-shirts from the year mother-in-law, and I headed and Tony, who specialize in before wanted them and a to East Cambridge for the American oldies and Italian few of these friends received last Italian feast of the sea- favorites. After feeding my early Christmas presents. son. The Saints Cosmas and mother-in-law and Loretta, I Looking back on the Damien Society holds its headed for my usual spot, the events of the summer, I annual parade and cer- doorway of the flower shop. know fall is in the air after emony the week after Labor There I played Mr. Mayor, the Saints Cosmas and Day. The DiDomenico fam- shaking the hands of peo- Damien weekend celebra- ily hosts the event with Sal ple I haven’t seen since tion. It always follows Labor and Sal Jr., co-producing the the year before and yelling, Day. We are usually away events of the week-end. The “Thank you and grazie,” to prior to this but I make it a Enjoying the “You Make a Difference” Garden Party, left season ending festivities the people who recognized point to always come home to right: Evelyn Rivera Beaudreault, Co- Executive begin with a carnival atmo- me from this paper and to honor Sal and his family Director at the Elizabeth Stone House; Marie Turley, sphere on the Saturday of complimented me on the and their successes at keep- Executive Director of the Boston Women’s Commission; the weekend that include Nanna and Babbononno ing old Italian traditions Nancy Owens Hess, Elizabeth Stone House Co-Executive games of chance, Italian column. alive. Director; and Sheridan Haines, Executive Director of the novelties for sale, rides for Around 5:00 p.m. or so, the In retrospect, the summer Governor’s Council to Address Sexual Assault and the kids, lots and lots of Ital- statues arrived and were had too many bad memories. Domestic Violence. (Photo by Janet Lawn) ian food and an evening’s placed in front of the en- Both of Dean Saluti’s par- worth of entertainment. trance to Flowers by Sal. ents passed away at the end crafted range of men and Flather, Maureen Flatley, Sunday’s events climax They are then draped with of June, his wife, Margie women’s designer merchan- Courtney & Michael Forres- the weekend. There is a streamers that have money Cahn lost her father just dise and accessories will be ter, Karen Marinella Hall & parade that features the pinned on them. Several of before Labor Day, and just presented in the most chic Jonathan Hall, Dawn Curtis Sts. Cosmas and Damien the streamers are lowered before we went on vacation, of surroundings. The glam- Hanley, Beth & John Hav- Society members parading from the rooftop of the build- JoAnn Testaverde, a close our doesn’t stop with the re- licek, Pamela & John Hum- through the streets of East ing and are wrapped around friend and colleague at nowned apparel and accesso- phrey, Beth Kelly Kennedy, Cambridge carrying statues the statues by attendants Cambridge College, lost her ries. The interior, modeled Lynne Kortenhaus, Joyce of the twin brother saints, assisting below. While this mother. Just the other day, after a luxury ocean liner, Kulhawik & Andrew Cohen, two Arabian Christians who is going on, the marching I attended the wake of Rose features an elliptical layout and Gloria Cordes Larson. traveled the Roman world bands combine and play Ann Papandrea, whose hus- with an open floor plan. Also: Caron LeBrun, Anna carrying the word of Christ music, and simultaneously, band, Joe, and I played in the For more information about Cheshire Levitan, Debbie to the pagans. They were red, white, and green con- same band 45 years ago. the “Grand Re-Launch Gala” Lewis, Vivien Li, Kristina tortured, killed and later fetti float down from the roof Well, that’s life and being or to purchase tickets, please Hare Lyons, Daria McLean, martyred, only to become tops and fireworks blast away Italian, we accept the good call the MSPCC at 617- Rosanne Pickard Mercer, underground heroes until above the sound of the with the bad. If Nanna and 587.1533. Tickets can also Candy O’Terry & Tom Gaffny, Christianity became the marching bands. Babbononno were still alive, be purchased online by visit- Judy & Stephen G. Pagliuca, state religion of Rome and The culmination of the they would have attended ing www.mspcc.org/saks. Joan & Robert B. Parker, Esti then they were sanctified festivities begins when the the wakes and shown sor- The Gala Chair is Karen Parsons, Lisa Pierpont, Susan with a following of believers streamer-draped statues row, attended the feasts and Kaplan, Vice Chairman of & Bill Poduska, Mary Rich- that continues to this day in are paraded back to the enjoyed. Babbononno, espe- the MSPCC Board of Directors ardson, Norma & Roger Gaeta, Italy (where they are Saints Cosmas and Damien cially loved a parade. It was and President of Hill, Saunders, Dola Hamilton the patron saints) and where headquarters. While this is important to him if it was in Holliday. Stemberg, Evelyn & Michael ever in the world people of going on, Sal Sr., Sal Jr., conjunction with a saint, but Honorary Chairs are Mayor Treacy, Andrew Tuchler, Gaeta have settled. their wives, Sal’s daughters, he loved parades in general. Thomas M. and Angela F. Sara Underwood, and Janet Along with the marchers their husbands and several As a matter of fact, the first Menino, Senate President Wu – to name a very few! from the Cosmas and friends from the neighbor- parade I ever attended was Therese Murray, Speaker Saks Fifth Avenue Boston Damien Society are a couple hood begin the cleaning the Columbus Day parade in Salvatore and Debbie DiMasi, opened in 1971 and was pre- of marching bands that spe- process to rid the area of East Boston. Babbononno Senator Anthony Galluccio, viously renovated in 1993. cialize in Italian music. To the confetti and other refuse made sure we had a front Senator Marian Walsh, The current renovation be- accompany them are floats left behind. Within an hour, line position right at the Senator Dianne Wilkerson, gan in January 2006. The of all descriptions and neigh- you’d never know that curb as he was very short Representative Elizabeth store is located in the Pru- borhood people who like to an event happened at that and I was even shorter. Malia, Representative Jef- dential Center, 800 Boylston participate. corner. He never would have frey Sánchez, Representative Street, Boston. The renova- When the parade finally I knew that it would take guessed that I would become Angelo M. Scaccia, Represen- tion and expansion of Saks winds it way onto Cambridge Loretta and my mother-in- involved with the parade. tative Martin J. Walsh and Fifth Avenue Boston added Street, they stop in front of law an hour to say goodbye. Division 3 is the Sons of Italy Emily F. & Dominic P. 7,400 square feet of new sell- Sal Sr.’s business, Flowers Loretta and Sal Sr.’s wife, and the Renaissance Lodge DiMaggio. ing space for a total of 115,300 by Sal. (corner of Cambridge Marie, grew up together and has a high visibility The large committee is a gross square feet. St. and Medeiros Way). Be- their mothers had known Many of my antique car veritable listing of Greater Enjoy! fore the marchers arrive each other since day one. pals join with me and my Boston’s “Movers and Shak- (Be sure to visit Hilda with the statues, the neigh- While the goodbyes were lodge to ride the parade route ers” including: Robert A. Morrill’s gardening Web site, borhood is treated to a buffet under way, I headed for the and show off their toys while Angell III, Smoki Bacon & www.bostongardens.com. In put together by Sal’s wife, carnival and looked for a celebrating the arrival of Dick Concannon, Marcia & addition to events covered and Marie. The food includes particular vendor who sold Columbus. Robin Brown, Lisa Cancelli, reported by the columnist, “The Sicilian pizza, pasta, meat- T-shirts. I found the man I If you have an antique car Kristen Daly, Cynthia Dare- Socially Set” is compiled from balls, sausages, peppers and was looking for and bought or know someone who does, shori, Kristie DiSalvo, Julie various other sources such as onions, eggplant, and sev- several T-shirts that had a have them join us in the & Ronald Drucker, Joan news and press releases, eral kinds of soda. The only small Italian flag near the parade. We will be lining up Quinn Eastman, Kate Sides PRNewswire services, etc.) thing not made by Marie is neckline and the words in the parking lot of Suffolk the soda. CALZINI ROSSI written just Downs on Sunday, October While helping themselves below. For those of you who 12 at around noon time. Tell to the food, the folks were don’t read Italian, Calzini them to find Division 3 and • Sarah Palin (Continued from Page 1) entertained by a duo con- Rossi translates to Red Sox. look for me or the old cars. struggling to appear neither Palin’s strategists will sisting of accordion and gui- Several people who had seen GOD BLESS AMERICA avuncular nor condescend- probably also try to give her ing. Palin needs to memo- a disarming one-liner that rize talking points on every she can repeat frequently, in issue and stick to them. the way that George W. This is a dangerous tactic, Bush did with “fuzzy math” but it is her best option. And in debating Al Gore. People it more or less worked in tend to remember the one- her interview with Charles liner and forget the rest of Gibson of ABC. the question. Henry “Scoop” Jackson, Although Charles en- the late senator from Wash- nobled St. Joan and her fam- ington state, who I inter- ily, he resented the fact that viewed on many occasions, she had done what he had answered the question he failed to do against the En- thought you should ask not glish aggressor. History may the one you asked. He did be repeating itself with John this especially on television, McCain. as I found out when I was © 2008 North Star Writers part of a panel on NBC’s Meet Group. May not be repub- the Press. lished without permission Page 14 POST-GAZETTE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008

The time has come, the walrus said, NEWS BRIEFS TO TALK OF MANY THINGS (FROM ITALIAN of shoes and ships and sealing wax of cabbages and kings NEWSPAPERS AND by Sal Giarratani OTHER PUBLICATIONS) CARLEE SHERMAN: shines everyday and it al- Starbucks biggest asset in Compiled by Orazio Z. Buttafuoco A SUPER most never rains, I started Austin, Texas down by the my days off at a nearby junction of Routes 2222 and STARBUCKS STAR Starbucks where I got my 620. A NEW FACE IN THE ITALIAN PARLIAMENT At the recent Vanilla latte, scone and Who says Starbucks just elections held in Italy, that brought back Silvio Berlusconi copy of the Austin-American does coffee? Statesman. and his associates to the political stage, also produced some- AN OLD FISH thing new and unexpected in the country: the election to At first everyone behind the lower House (Camera Dei Deputati) the first ‘non-white the counter as well as other NAMED CHANGE? member, an African (originally from the Congo) Jean customers started laughing This was a bad joke by Leonard Tonadi. He was elected in the list of the ‘Italia Dei over my heavy Boston ac- Barack Obama trying to Valori’ Party. He was born in the Congo but has lived in cent. I never had to tell any- hide an even worse joke Italy for many years, and has served, as Chairman of the one where I came from. about pigs and lipstick. Security Department of the city of Rome for quite a while. They knew by the sound of Boston Herald columnist His political dogma is simple. He doesn’t believe in the ‘eth- my voice. and radio talk show host nic vote’, doesn’t think he represents the immigrants, but After a day or two, I felt like on 96.9 WTKK Michael strongly believes that wherever there are rights and oppor- Norm in “Cheers” where ev- Graham, had it right the tunities it is possible for ‘integration and economic growth’. eryone knows your name. other day when he opened, “Hey, Sal!” “Good Morning, “Obama is frustrated. He’s THE POPE AND THE ITALIAN PRESIDENT UNITED BY THE Sal”, “Howdy, Sal”. cranky. He was on his way MUSIC AND THE RESPECT FOR HUMAN RIGHTS. Both After a couple of Vanilla to coronation and now finds the Pope and President Giorgio Napolitano sat beside each Latte’s, one of the cowgirls himself in a catfight that, so other in the ‘Paul VI Hall’, in the Vatican, to enjoy a con- behind the counter would far, he’s losing … Obama’s cert offered by President Napolitano to celebrate the 3rd say “Vanilla latte” before I poll numbers keep sinking, Anniversary of the Pope’s Pontificate. Before entering the Carlee Sherman of Austin, had chance to say it. his fundraising is flat. And Hall, the two Heads of State had a private meeting during TX is a Starbucks super- She sort of likes the Red there isn’t a swift boat in which, as announced by the Holy See later, Pope Ratzinger star and makes a mean Sox and now sports a “Bos- sight.” and the Italian President discussed important world issues: Vanilla Latte. ton Fire” tee-shirt. I’m glad I Obama is about change World Peace, Man’s Human Rights, and Cohabitation among picked that particular lately as his numbers keep Peoples. It was a brief and extremely ‘cordial and warm’ On my most recent trip to Starbucks or I never would changing in the wrong direc- meeting. Beside the Pope, opposite to President Napolitano, Austin, TX where the sun have bumped into Carlee, tion for him. sat Pope Ratzinger’s brother Georg who is the Director of the ‘ Singers of Ratsborn’. • News Briefs (Continued from Page 1) Said Hunt, “The energy may on it. Machado when asked on September 9th and filed THE BICENTENNIAL OF ANTONIO MEUCCI’S BIRTH be small but to showcase the said all he could taste was a lawsuit to stop the city’s CELEBRATED IN NEW YORK. Recently under the active potential of renewable energy fur. mandate requiring all initiative of Joseph Sciame, former National President of in the city of Boston is more new cabs to be Hybrid by the Order Sons of Italy in America, who is also the Presi- significant.” How Safe are October 1st. dent of the Heritage and Culture Committee of New York, Hybrid Taxicabs? Critics of these “green” the bicentennial of the birth of the Florentine Antonio Fire Fighter Saves The Hybrid debate heated taxis believe that Hybrids Meucci, the true inventor of the telephone, was held. The Cat with CPR up recently after a report were designed as personal Cultural Celebration was historical. A commemorative Thanks to the quick action deemed the vehicles unsafe cars, not taxis that travel stamp was issued by the Postal Service to honor the inven- of a New Bedford firefighter, as cabs. Last week, Boston up to 100,000 miles a year. tor. At the ceremony the tenor Giuseppe Taormina sang there’s a cat in that city who mandated all taxis switch to Boston Police spokesper- opera selections and popular tunes accompanied by two owes one of his nine lives to hybrids by 2015. son Elaine Driscoll said that musicians, one playing the guitar and the other the man- that jake who revived that The Hybrid cabs used in the department was relying dolin. Antonio Meucci was born in Florence on April 13, animal with mouth-to- the so-called greening of on the federal government’s 1808. He went to work in Cuba at the theatre ‘Colon’, in mouth resuscitation. New York’s Fleet have been determination that Hybrids the city of Havana. It was in Havana that Meucci conducted Firefighter Al Machado called “unfit and unsafe” by can be cabs. “We are comfort- the first ever experiment of ‘transmission of voice’, at a rescued the cat from a burn- that city’s largest fleet owner able and confident the federal distance, with his models. The success made Meucci’s ing building last week and association. government has set the appro- name known worldwide. All this happened in 1849 when saw that the cat needed The Metropolitan Taxicab priate standards,” Driscoll Alexander Graham Bell was only two years old! The house air. So he did a little CPR Board released the report said. Meucci owned, on State Island, has been a Museum, the ‘Garibaldi Meucci Museum’, for many years, owned today by the Grand Lodge of the Order Sons of Italy in America of • Res Publica (Continued from Page 6) New York. The Ceremony obviously took place on the we want more talk, talk, talk bridge the gap to advanced Three Republican Committee. grounds of the Museum, with the participation of many out of Washington, or do we hydrogen cars and other new Boston’s Ward Three includes dignitaries from Alfred Affinito, present President of the want a change to a sensible technologies? the North End, West End, part national OSIA, several former OSIA national presidents, energy policy not just for to- of Beacon Hill, downtown, and many distinguished guests. morrow, but for the next 20 David Trumbull is the waterfront, Chinatown, and or more years it will take to chairman of the Boston Ward part of the South End.

• Editorial (Continued from Page 3) • Corner Talk (Continued from Page 16) ing the politically correct Parker was invited to speak who are in fact Bullies them- Champions or Contenders. radical path of least resis- at a pro-family event in selves. We learn to earn Remember the saying, “ You tance. On February 23, 2007 Puerto Rico where over victory. Americans have can never tell a great fighter Federal District Court Judge 20,000 people thronged to been fed a crock of bull, till he has got knocked down.” Mark Wolf stated that teach- hear him speak, giving for far too long, by liberals. Getting back up on your feet, ing homosexuality is neces- him a huge show of support. That’s because we are suc- after a knockdown, is a tes- sary to prepare kids for citi- He also went on television cessful, and victorious, that tament to just who you are. zenship, and that if parents and radio throughout the we must be a Bully, and We assist those in need, by don’t like it they can elect a island. should be, ashamed of what giving them a hand, to get different school committee Of great interest to all we have accomplished. May- back on their feet, and not or just home school their family oriented Americans I be more people should box. providing everything for kids. am delighted to report that Boxers have learned to pre- them, to get them on “our On January 31, 2008, Fed- David Parker’s lawyers have pare for a battle. Train hard! feet” making them depen- George Colton eral Appeals Court Judge officially filed a Petition for Develop yourself the best dent on US. (government). Sandra Lynch rambled on Writ of Certiorari before Roosevelt did not negotiate you can! In a gym preparing Remember that we fighters about the kids’ freedom to the U.S. Supreme Court. the “Attack on Pearl Har- yourself. Doing roadwork. develop inner strength from ignore the teachers, and Parker and his lawyers bor!”. Many have come to Listening to your trainer. personal victories that we ended with essentially are asking the Court to believe that if you are victo- Do you think that Tony have faced in life. Developing the same insulting sugges- review the bizarre decisions rious, that you must be a DeMarco, Rocky Marciano, inner strength that is within tions as Wolf: If the school by Federal District Court bully, for doing better than Paul Pender, Battling ourself already. Climbing system has been insuffi- Judge Mark Wolf and Fed- those that cannot do as Battalino, Sal Bartolo, into the ring to face a chal- ciently sensitive to such re- eral District Appeals Court well as you can! Feeling that Vinny Paz, Marvin Hagler, lenge, face to face. Also re- ligious beliefs, the plaintiffs Judge Sandra Lynch, claim- you are depriving others of and the many other great member that, because a per- may seek recourse to the ing that parents have no what rightfully belongs to World Champions from our son is a fighter and gets hit normal political process for rights to intervene (or even them. We only deprive oth- area were just handed their on the head, does not make change in the town and be notified) when public ers of victory in doing things titles. Champions, and Con- them incompetent either. state.” schools introduce homo- that are wrong.“ Victory!” is tenders are Champions, and Boxers learn, to get back up In the meantime, David sexual topics to their chil- a sign of hard work, dedica- Contenders, because they on their feet after knock- Parker has been whole- dren. May the good lord grant tion, perseverance, and are Champions, and Con- downs. A must for what we heartedly supported by par- the court hear the case and thoughtfully positioning one- tenders and those that hope leads to victory, if we ents and citizens across the render a decision favorable self, to care for those in need, never rise to that level of get dropped. Which is, that country. In 2007, David to parents. and to protect against those, note, is because they are not of fighting back harder. BOSTON POST-GAZETTE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008 Page 15

LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Commonwealth of Massachusetts Commonwealth of Massachusetts EXTRA Innings The Trial Court The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Probate and Family Court Department Department by Sal Giarratani MIDDLESEX Division MIDDLESEX Division Docket No. 08P3585EP1 Docket No. 08P3700EP1 Rays Looking for Own Good news on the Yankees. They’ve hit In the Estate of In the Estate of “Impossible Dream” an iceberg and are sinking fast. Thank you, BELLA HOLLANDER MARGARET R. O’CONNELL Blue Jays. AKA MARGARET RUTH O’CONNELL One Boston Globe columnist did a whole Late of NATICK The Sox play to win. Tito Francona a good column comparing the 2008 Rays with the In the County of MIDDLESEX Late of MELROSE manager even though sometimes he’s leav- Date of Death July 3, 2008 In the County of MIDDLESEX 1967 Sox but to compare both teams is ing stinking pitchers in too long. He’s not NOTICE OF PETITION Date of Death June 14, 2008 “impossible” as Perry Como crooned. Dick Williams but he’s okay. FOR PROBATE OF WILL NOTICE OF PETITION The Sox who looked like their only hope To all persons interested in the above FOR PROBATE OF WILL captioned estate, a petition has been pre- To all persons interested in the above was the Wild Card are not out of the AL East sented praying that a document purport- captioned estate, a petition has been pre- race yet. Coming Down the Third Base Line ing to be the last will of said decedent be sented praying that a document purport- For them, winning the AL East division The 2008 season is winding down. Before proved and allowed, and that MITCHELL I. ing to be the last will of said decedent be HOLLANDER of NATICK in the County of proved and allowed, and that JAMES B. is a quite possible dream again, despite you know it, post-season will be upon us. It MIDDLESEX or some other suitable person O’CONNELL of ROWLEY in the County of losing two out of three at Fenway last looks like Bartolo Colon is back. Colon and be appointed executor, named in the will to ESSEX or some other suitable person be ap- week. Paul Byrd only add to the strength of the serve without surety. pointed executor, named in the will to serve IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, without surety. Starting pitching is looking pretty good team’s starters. With Jon Lester, Dice-K and YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, with Dice-K, Lester, Beckett and Byrd (I had Josh Beckett, the post-season is looking A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE a good feeling about him right from the good. I’m not that sure of Tim Wakefield any- AT CAMBRIDGE ON OR BEFORE TEN A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT O’CLOCK IN THE FORENOON (10:00 AM) AT CAMBRIDGE ON OR BEFORE TEN start). Wakefield scares me of late. Colon more and Mike Timlin is looking washed ON OCTOBER 10, 2008. O’CLOCK IN THE FORENOON (10:00 AM) could be back soon as we wind down to up. In addition, you must file a written affidavit ON OCTOBER 15, 2008. October. Colon and Byrd could be lifesavers if they of objections to the petition, stating specific In addition, you must file a written affidavit facts and grounds upon which the objection of objections to the petition, stating specific The bullpen looks like an accident wait- pitch well. Hard to believe that Matsuzaka is based, within thirty (30) days after the facts and grounds upon which the objection ing to happen except for Pap. Timlin looks is 16-2, 2.97 with his 88 walks. return day (or such other time as the court, is based, within thirty (30) days after the like ancient history now. DelCarmen, don’t The AL East title is still within reach. The on motion with notice to the petitioner, may return day (or such other time as the court, allow) in accordance with Probate Rule 16. on motion with notice to the petitioner, may trust him. Justin Masterson is a bright spot Wild Card isn’t good enough. WITNESS, HON. PETER C. DIGANGI, allow) in accordance with Probate Rule 16. as the future long relief guy. Pap and I think this is the 3rd anniversary of this ESQUIRE, First Justice of said Court at WITNESS, HON. PETER C. DIGANGI, CAMBRIDGE this day, September 4, 2008. ESQUIRE, First Justice of said Court at Masterson are tops. column. I’m not a bad sports writer even if I Marie A. Gardin CAMBRIDGE this day, September 10, 2008. Ortiz finally admitted he’s hurting, as if say it myself. Acting Register of Probate Marie A. Gardin we didn’t know. What is there about base- Any ideas for this column are wel- Acting Register of Probate ball players like Ortiz or Beckett that they comed. Drop me a line or e-mail the hide injuries? [email protected] LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Commonwealth of Massachusetts Probate and Family Court The Trial Court WEIGHT ASSIGNMENTS FOR Department Probate and Family Court MIDDLESEX Division Department Docket No. 08P3609EP1 MIDDLESEX Division SEPTEMBER 20 MASSCAP ANNOUNCED Docket No. 08P3629EP1 In the Estate of Weight assignments for Saturday’s 66th THE MASSACHUSETTS HANDICAP OLIVE M. BYRNE In the Estate of ANNA M STILES Massachusetts Handicap have been an- $500,000 Guaranteed Late of NATICK nounced by Suffolk Downs Racing Secretary 3 & Up — 1 & 1/8 Miles In the County of MIDDLESEX Late of READING Date of Death June 17, 2008 In the County of MIDDLESEX Tom Creel. HORSE LBS. TRAINER Date of Death June 27, 2008 NOTICE OF PETITION Commentator, two-time winner of the Commentator 122 Nick Zito FOR PROBATE OF WILL NOTICE OF PETITION Whitney Handicap (Grade I) at Saratoga, has Student Council 117 Steve Asmussen To all persons interested in the above FOR PROBATE OF WILL been assigned high weight of 122 pounds. A. P. Arrow 114 Todd Pletcher captioned estate, a petition has been pre- To all persons interested in the above Grasshopper 114 Neil Howard sented praying that a document purport- captioned estate, a petition has been pre- In addition to his win in the Whitney on Past the Point 114 Eoin Harty ing to be the last will of said decedent be sented praying that a document purport- July 26, Commentator also won this year’s Zanjero 114 Steve Asmussen proved and allowed, and that KAREN A. ing to be the last will of said decedent be Richter Scale Handicap (Grade II) at BYRNE of NATICK in the County of proved and allowed, and that KATHRYN A Barcola 113 Mark Hennig MIDDLESEX or some other suitable person NEVILLE of READING in the County of Gulfstream Park. Hall of Fame trainer Nick Evening Attire 113 Patrick Kelly be appointed executrix, named in the will to MIDDLESEX and ALICE N FITZGERALD of Zito has indicated he will enter Commen- Fairbanks 113 Todd Pletcher serve without surety. WELLS in the State of MAINE or some other Solar Flare (ARG) 113 Larry Jones IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, suitable person be appointed executrix, tator in the MassCap. YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE named in the will to serve without surety. Student Council, winner of this Angliana 112 Gary Contessa A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, year’s Pimlico Special (Grade I) for trainer Cuba 112 Bobby Dibona AT CAMBRIDGE ON OR BEFORE TEN YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE Dr. Pleasure 112 John Ward, Jr. O’CLOCK IN THE FORENOON (10:00 AM) A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT Steve Asmussen, has been assigned Judiths Wild Rush 112 Julian Canet ON OCTOBER 10, 2008. AT CAMBRIDGE ON OR BEFORE TEN second-high weight of 117. The MassCap Loose Leaf 112 Kenneth McPeek In addition, you must file a written affidavit O’CLOCK IN THE FORENOON (10:00 AM) remains under consideration by his of objections to the petition, stating specific ON OCTOBER 16, 2008. Magna Graduate 112 Steve Asmussen facts and grounds upon which the objection In addition, you must file a written affidavit connections. Palladio 112 Roger Attfield is based, within thirty (30) days after the of objections to the petition, stating specific Zanjero, another Asmussen trainee, is Riversrunrylee 112 Juan Camilo return day (or such other time as the court, facts and grounds upon which the objection Sweetnorthernsaint 112 Leo Azpurua, Jr. on motion with notice to the petitioner, may is based, within thirty (30) days after the one of four horses assigned 114 pounds. allow) in accordance with Probate Rule 16. return day (or such other time as the court, Joining him at 114 are A.P. Arrow (Todd Timber Reserve 112 John Kimmel WITNESS, HON. PETER C. DIGANGI, on motion with notice to the petitioner, may Pletcher), Grasshopper (Neil Howard) and True Resurgence 112 John Terranova, II ESQUIRE, First Justice of said Court at allow) in accordance with Probate Rule 16. Won Awesome Dude 112 Michael Mareina Past the Point (Eoin Harty). CAMBRIDGE this day, September 4, 2008. WITNESS, HON. PETER C. DIGANGI, Aquino (URU) 111 Kiaran McLaughlin Marie A. Gardin ESQUIRE, First Justice of said Court at Evening Attire, a three-time MassCap Mambo in Seattle 111 Neil Howard Acting Register of Probate CAMBRIDGE this day, September 11, 2008. participant and winner of the Jockey Club Marie A. Gardin Pyro 111 Steve Asmussen Acting Register of Probate Gold Cup (Grade I) in 2002, has been Sam P. 111 Todd Pletcher assigned 113 pounds. The ten-year-old Beck and Call 110 James Taglianetti LEGAL NOTICE gelding is trained by Pat Kelly for owners My Privileged 110 Rafael Ramos Commonwealth of Massachusetts LEGAL NOTICE Joseph and Mary Grant of Quincy, MA and Private Scandal 110 Peter Bazeos The Trial Court Commonwealth of Massachusetts T. J. Kelly. Evening Attire finished fourth Volcanic Force 110 Osvaldo Rivera Probate and Family Court The Trial Court in last year’s MassCap. Nijinsky Bullet 108 Rafael Ramos Department Probate and Family Court O’Malley 108 Christopher Pitrone MIDDLESEX Division Dr. Pleasure, third in last year’s MassCap Department Rome is Burning 108 John Botty Docket No. 08P3767GI1 MIDDLESEX Division for trainer John Ward, Jr., has been THE JAMES B. MOSELEY In the Matter Of Docket No. 08P3673EP1 assigned 112 pounds. It is likely that ELEANOR JONES SPRINT HANDICAP In the Estate of Dr. Pleasure will return to Suffolk Downs Of NATICK FRED A. SEVERO $100,000 Guaranteed In the County of MIDDLESEX again this year. Late of WOBURN 3 & Up — 6 Furlongs NOTICE OF PETITION FOR In the County of MIDDLESEX The 66th running of the MassCap HORSE LBS. TRAINER APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN Date of Death March 25, 2008 will carry a guaranteed purse of $500,000, OF MENTALLY ILL PERSON Ravalo 122 Donald Barr NOTICE OF PETITION To ELEANOR JONES of NATICK in the with $300,000 to the winner. The MassCap Joey P. 121 Benjamin Perkins, Jr. County of MIDDLESEX, and her heirs FOR PROBATE OF WILL is oone of five Classic Division races in this Starforaday 118 Gary Contessa apparent or presumptive, a petition has To all persons interested in the above year’s Breeders’ Cup Challenge, a series of Maddy’s Lion 117 Gregory Sacco been filed in the above captioned matter captioned estate, a petition has been pre- Suave Jazz 117 Anthony Dutrow alleging that said ELEANOR JONES of sented praying that a document purport- automatic qualifiers for the Breeders’ NATICK in the County of MIDDLESEX is a ing to be the last will of said decedent be Cup World Championships. In the Breeders’ Cavallo Pazzo 115 Anthony Dutrow mentally ill person and praying that WORK proved and allowed, and that DEBORAH R. Cup Challenge “Win and You’re In” for- Southern Missile 115 David Jacobson INC. of QUINCY in the County of NORFOLK SEVERO of WOBURN in the County of Aquino (URU) 114 Kiaran McLaughlin or some other suitable person be appointed MIDDLESEX or some other suitable person mat, the winner of the MassCap will auto- Connections 114 Brenda McCarthy guardian, to serve without surety of the per- be appointed executrix, named in the will to matically qualify for entry in the Breeders’ Joey Carson 114 Mark Shuman son. serve without surety. Cup Classic, which will be run October IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, Place Your Bet 114 Scott Lake YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE 25 at Oak Tree at Santa Anita Park in Real Estate 114 Bruce Levine A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT Arcadia, CA Adore the Gold 113 Michael Gorham AT CAMBRIDGE ON OR BEFORE TEN AT CAMBRIDGE ON OR BEFORE TEN Fearless Vision 113 Patrick Reynolds O’CLOCK IN THE FORENOON (10:00 AM) O’CLOCK IN THE FORENOON (10:00 AM) Weights have also been announced for ON OCTOBER 14, 2008. ON OCTOBER 13, 2008. the $100,000 James B. Moseley Sprint Gold and Roses 113 Richard Schosberg WITNESS, HON. PETER C. DIGANGI, In addition, you must file a written affidavit Handicap, which will be part of the MassCap Roman Candles 113 Lynne Scace ESQUIRE, First Justice of said Court at of objections to the petition, stating specific Southern Rainbow 113 Charles Assimakopoulos Day undercard. Ravalo, a three-time winner CAMBRIDGE this day, September 9, 2008. facts and grounds upon which the objection My Privileged 112 Rafael Ramos Marie A. Gardin is based, within thirty (30) days after the this year, has been assigned high weight of Fairly Crafty 111 Florence Gemma Siravo Acting Register of Probate return day (or such other time as the court, 122 pounds, followed by Grade III winner on motion with notice to the petitioner, may Hold on Smokey 111 Donald Kielty allow) in accordance with Probate Rule 16. Joey P at 121. Programed a Star 110 Florence Gemma Siravo WITNESS, HON. PETER C. DIGANGI, Small Ads Get ESQUIRE, First Justice of said Court at CAMBRIDGE this day, September 5, 2008. Marie A. Gardin WWW.BOSTONPOSTGAZETTE.COM BIG Results Acting Register of Probate Page 16 BOSTON POST-GAZETTE, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008

HOOPS and HOCKEY in the HUB

CORNER TALK by Reinaldo Oliveira, Jr. by Richard Preiss

exciting match, a fight, as a No Contest, and 291 pounder in strip Valuev of the title. CRITICAL COMMENCE- four-game road trip for the his professional Then? As I say, Let’s do it MENT — The Bruins con- team. The team’s regular debut, Rashad again! Come on Atlantic vened a meeting of their most season opener is in Denver Minor, stopped City, Las Vegas, or a Casino loyal supporters — their sea- against the Avalanche on the 229 lb. Joel right here in New England. son ticket holders — earlier October 9, followed by a Eduardo Jaquez- Have it here. This fight will this month at the Garden and contest at Minnesota two Colon, at 38 sec- draw! Ruiz landed almost as one of the main topics dis- nights later. There’s another onds of one. All many power punches as cussed was of immediate road game at Montreal on matches I review Valuev landed jabs. This was concern. October 16 followed by a clash are usually in re- a professional fight, and According to Charlie with the Ottawa Senators on verse order. I power punches add up to Jacobs, the B’s executive vice October 18. start with the more than what jabs do. This president, one of the ques- It won’t be until October 20 Main Event, and was not an amateur bout, tions put forth by a patron was that the blades of the B’s will end with the using amateur bout scoring. what is the team going to do etch their way across the opening match. Judges changed scores and in the first 20 games? home ice of the Garden as Al Valente and Rich Cappiello All of these other inconsistent factors That total amounts to about they take on Pittsburgh. It’s matches were came into play in this fight.” one fourth of the contests one of the few times they Donald “Donnie Boy” Orr, crowd pleasing. Simeon Do it again, here,” in New played in a regular NHL sea- will be home in October. South Boston via Canada, Dunwell at 8-0, 2 KO’s, of England/ Attorney Cardin- son. It certainly isn’t the com- Overall, the Bruins will take family tree, Ireland. You did Lynn won, in a six rounder ale, great work! plete campaign and there’s to the ice 11 times in the it, at the Roxy in Boston, in over Jason Jordan of Ohio, “Gone Baby, Gone!” I just plenty of time to rise to the NHL’s opening month with this crowd pleasing battle. In the opener Frankie saw this movie, and I thought top after that juncture — just eight of those occasions com- You came through with a vic- Trader of Philadelphia won it was great. Several from as there’s more than enough ing on the road. tory to raise your record to in four, in an easy win over, this, the world of Boxing had time remaining to slide into And by the time October 14-0, (6 KO’s) in your win Jose Velásquez. parts in this great movie. the nether regions of the NHL. does become November and over Knockout Punching The Massachusetts State Fighters, Tom McNeeley, But still, the question was the clocks are once again re- Luis Maysonet, 32-11, with Police Boxing Team, on No- Jimmy Le Blanc of South a good one. Phrased another set to Eastern Standard we’ll 25 big KO wins. Maysonet is, vember 21, presents to you, Boston, as Chris Mullen had way, it basically asks what have at least some early in- no joke. He’s a serious foe, at the Sturbridge Host Hotel, a feature role, in this movie, will the franchise do to cap- dication as to whether the to keep your hands up Sturbridge, Massachusetts, Danny Long, Kenny Butler, ture fan interest. Bruins might be a beacon of against. Congratulations a great night of boxing, in a Iron Mike Pusateri, and Remember, this is a com- light through the long dark Donnie Boy, when your night of battles, with the Bobby Franklin. I myself petitive environment. Cause- winter months or whether it tough opponent Luis May- Bermuda, Denver, and the was in two bit parts for this way Street’s “other” team — will be solely the Celtics that sonet, was unable to come New York Police. For infor- movie that was never the Boston Celtics — won the light up Causeway Street on out for the seventh round, mation, to these wars call shown. I guess I have a NBA championship back in the chilly evenings that de- Referee Mike Ryan stopped Sgt. Charles Murray – face for Radio. Tough Tom June while the Patriots scend upon us once again. this fight in this Rich, Sturbridge Barracks (508) McNeeley, had a scene in gained a Super Bowl berth Employing the standard of Cappiello Promotions fight 347-3352, or Melha Shrine the bar, and Tough Danny once again last February on the first 20 games, which car- card, giving the fight fans, Center (413) 736-3647. Long was seated beside the heels of the Red Sox win- ries the Bruins through No- just what they were looking Heavyweight Corruption. A Tom. It was a great movie, ning the World Series. Oh, vember 21, could it be that for. Plenty of, “ACTION!” All claim by, Team Ruiz. Con- and I am honored, to at least and let’s not forgot the fact the fate of the B’s really will crowd pleasing bouts. Derek sisting of fighter, John Ruiz, having had the opportunity that Boston College captured be written a few days before Silveira, won in one, at Attorney Tony Cardinale, to cast, in this great movie. the NCAA Championship in Bostonians sit down to enjoy 1:11, of this four rounder, and Trainer Manny Siaca. Thank you Division I men’s hockey last Thanksgiving dinner? over Mike Badgett of North Attorney Tony Cardinale Bob Trieger of Full Court spring. We don’t think so, unless Carolina. Ryan Kielczi- (Whom I am speaking with). Press, does great work for So yes, you’ve got to elbow the start is truly horrendous, weski of Quincy wins a He has all of the facts. What boxing. On September 17, and nudge your way around which we feel it will not be. unanimous four rounder a great job he is doing. Jabs “The 7th Annual Fight to Edu- in this town if you want to What could change things over, Luis Rosario of Wor- connected, by both. Power cate,” in Manchester, New grab your share of the sports somewhat, however, is the cester. Then the 4- 0- 0, 2 punches connected by both, Hampshire features un- media spotlight. And the unforeseen. Last October the KO, Phil “Killa” Miller of and many other pertinent beaten prospects (19-0, 14 proven way to do that is with Bruins had their own version Providence, Rhode Island issues, that relate to scor- KO) New Yorker Peter “Kid victories. of a Tom Brady-like incident continues a destructive path ing, and not scoring. Such as Chocolate” Quillin, and the One good sign with the open- when star center Patrice though the Heavyweights the knockdown suffered by (19-0, 15 KO) Donald “The ing of camp September 16 was Bergeron sustained a severe as he defeats, Orion Valuev that was ruled, as not Chosen One” Hearns, in that the season ticket hold- concussion in a game against Sistrunk of Philadelphia, by having happened. Attorney separate bouts. Both are ers put their money on the Philadelphia at the Garden. way of a four round unani- Tony Cardinale, should be rated, and here, for victory, line once again this season. Lost to the team for the sea- mous decision. Kali Reis of called Scientist Tony Car- and to help raise money for Jacobs said the season ticket son, the B’s still went on to Rhode Island stopped Bessie dinale. A statement was is- education. Some very spe- renewal rate is running at 93 make the playoffs. Rowell of Virginia in the sued petitioning the WBA, to cial guests will be present at percent, a very impressive Bergeron is back and ready second of their fight. In an rule the decision in their this show. Tommy “Hitman” sign from the faithful. to go but it remains to be seen Hearns, Roberto “Hands of But he also indicated that if there are any lingering ef- Stone” Duran, and the great he expects the season ticket fects of the injury. If Bergeron Angelo Dundee. ATIONAL TALIAN MERICAN Hitman holders to get some indica- can contribute in a solid way N I A and the Chosen One, are tion early on that the B’s are the prospects are good that SPORTS HALL OF FAME NEW ENGLAND CHAPTER INC. father and son. Also, in his worthy of their financial in- the B’s will be even better IN ASSOCIATION WITH Professional Debut, we have vestments. “It’s critical that than last year. Danny O’Connor, of Fram- we get off to a good start and Last year’s leading point ingham, Massachusetts. A build upon the momentum producers also return. Marc former National Golden that we have,” said Jacobs. Savard (15-63-78) and Marco Gloves Champion. For tick- That momentum would be Sturm (27-29-56) are back as • 3 COURSE DINNER ets call (603)868-7300 or go the injection of spirit the B’s is top defenseman Zedno LIVE • DOOR PRIZES to, www.ticketmaster.com, or got by extending the Montreal Chara (17-34-51) and veteran PRESENTS • RAFFLES ENTERTAINMENT • SILENT AUCTION www.fight2educate.com. Canadiens to game 7 in the Phil Kessel, who displayed his BY JOEY CANZANO • CIGAR ROLLING Boxing and Politics! Case opening round of the Stanley mastery during shootouts last closed. Look at the great job, Cup playoffs last April, com- season. Massachusetts State Audi- ing back from a 1-3 deficit in Look for experienced Tim tor Joe DeNucci, has done. the series to even up the pro- Thomas (28-29-6) to start the He’s assembled a great of- ceedings before losing the season in goal, even though fice. State Auditor Joe deciding game north of the he had a streaky side last TICKETS: $65.00 Friday, September 19, 2008 DeNucci, a former World border. season. When Thomas was T.K.O. CORPORATE PACKAGE AVAILABLE: $1000 THE SHAW'S CENTER rated contender, and his INCLUDES: ROUND CARD SIGNAGE, 6:30PM DOORS OPEN The fact that the B’s didn’t on he was untouchable. But RING MENTIONS & VIP TABLE FOR 10 7PM COCKTAILS & REGISTRATION Great office represents, We roll over but clawed their way some nights things went ALL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT NIASHF NEW ENGLAND CHAPTER INC. the People of Massachu- back into the series has been in the other direction. If setts, with distinction. viewed as a good sign by man- those type of outings become DON'T MISS THE REMATCH President Theodore Roose- agement as the Black and more numerous this season, TEAM INTOCCIA VS. TEAM BALSAMO velt, did some boxing too. Gold begin the eight-game there’s a possibly that we’ll TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE! Remember, San Juan Hill! exhibition season on Sep- see someone new in the nets THIS EVENT SELLS OUT EVERY YEAR! www.niashfmass.org He did, as he did for victory. tember 22 with a contest as the season progresses. Call Pam Modugno @ 781-956-7441 or Linda Costanzo @ 617-584-9126 Which proved necessarily against those very same Charlie Jacobs says the Directions to The Shaw's Center • 1 Lexington Avenue, Brockton done. Remember, “ My Fel- Canadiens in Halifax, Nova start of the season is crucial. From the North From the Rhode Island/ South Take I-93 South Route 95 North to Massachusetts low Americans.” that many, Scotia. That means that as Turkey Take Rt-24 South exit towards Brockton, Exit 4 Take Exit 6A - Route 495 South Merge on RT-24 South Take Exit 7A to Rte. 24 North misinterpret the word Vic- Once things begin for real Day approaches we’ll have a Take Exit 17A - 123 East to Brockton Take Exit 17A - Route 123 East/ Brockton Proceed .7 mi. past Brockton High School bear right at 7-Eleven After Brockton High School bear right at 7-Eleven tory. President Franklin the B’s will face a challenge much clearer picture of the Take first right after fire station onto Lexington Ave After Fire Station take first right onto Lexington Ave The Shaw's center is on your right. The Shaw's Center is on your right. right out of the box since the progress of the B’s. Stayed (Continued on Page 14) regular season opens with a tuned.