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(908) 232-4407 USPS 680020 Thursday, February 5, 2004 Published Every Thursday Since 1890 OUR 114th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 22-114 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SIXTY CENTS WF Residents Raise Questions Regarding Development Status By LAUREN S. PASS period of time.” could be passed onto the developer. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Boulevard resident Jerry Hickey Town Administrator James Gildea The Westfield Town Council con- questioned when the public would stated that a shared cost with the tinued its new 2004 format for its have access to the traffic study. developer has been discussed, but no regular public meeting on Tuesday Mayor McDermott said that a pub- resolution has been reached. night, during which town profession- lic meeting would be held regarding Highland Avenue resident John als do not respond until after the the traffic study. Devitt stated his concern with some public comment has ceased. Mr. Hickey also questioned if the recent projects, “which have broken Mayor Gregory McDermott rec- proposed development at New Street away from residential framework.” ognized Town Clerk Bernard Heeney was still on the table, and asked what Resident Tim Harrington said that for his winning the Silver Pen Award the status was on an affordable hous- he saw the advertisement for the from The Star-Ledger. ing portion of the proposed develop- town to hire a project manager and Boulevard resident Rosalyn ment projects. questioned who amongst the council Harrison told the council that she Mountain Avenue resident had the expertise to hire one. “read with some concern” the school Mitchell Pincus said that because of Mr. Gildea explained that the children projections for the redevel- the increase in commuter permit costs project manager will be interviewed opment projects. She also questioned he is now walking to the train station. by a council committee, and then what the project status is. He also said that he objects to the there may be interviews before the Mayor McDermott responded that “politicizing” of the Memorial Day council as a whole. the report was written before the Parade because the Knights of Co- He said that he would look into the council spoke with the developer lumbus advertise their Bike For Life issue regarding the Memorial Day regarding the size and scope of the campaign. Parade because the town provides project. He added that the traffic Orenda Circle resident Allen funds. Benjamin Corbin for The Westfield Leader study should be back in one to two Solomon questioned if the New Street Town Attorney Robert Cockren BUMPS AND GOUGES...Speed bumps result in surprises to drivers on Westfield streets, including South Chestnut weeks. development was included in the traf- stated that the new affordable hous- Street, Benson Place and Gallows Hill Road. Some drivers report going “airborne” while traveling at less than 25 miles- The mayor also stated that the fic study. He also asked whether, ing regulations for the state should per-hour. Pictured above, last Thursday, a car gingerly crosses over a speed bump at Benson Place while gouge marks in the pavement are evident from a previously surprised driver. negotiating committee has not met should more than the projected six CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 in a couple of months, and that school- age children be living in the “nothing has been going on in that proposed new development, the costs Westfield Bd. of Education Reviews Curriculum, Council Considers Personnel Matters and Additions for 2004-2005 By ED COONEY At Westfield High School (WHS), ment tests. These requirements are room and a partial ceiling replace- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader new textbooks will be used in lan- the impetus behind a new initiative ment at Edison Intermediate School. Lighted Crosswalk The Westfield Board of Education guage arts to “make it more to improve the special education The board will also continue pur- discussed curriculum and personnel multicultural,” according to Dr. mathematics curriculum. suing the possibility of renovating matters pertaining to the 2004-2005 Edmunds. The social studies depart- Both the art and health programs the track at WHS at a cost of approxi- budget at its meeting on Tuesday. ment is offering a new course called at WHS will also receive curricular mately $325,000. The list of aban- At Lord & Taylor The meeting began with a report Exploratory Global Perspectives, and revisions. doned capital projects includes reno- on curriculum needs and initiatives additional new textbooks will be Board Secretary Robert Berman vations to the parking lot and parapet from Assistant Superintendent of needed for chemistry and physics gave a brief presentation on person- wall at Lincoln School; a partial By LAUREN S. PASS there are two classes of officers, A Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Curriculum and Instruction Dr. Janie classes. nel matters. The preliminary budget ceiling repair at Tamaques Elemen- and B. Both, he said, go through Edmunds. The Westfield Town Council held training at the police academy, but Dr. Edmunds continued her pre- calls for four new teachers, one new tary School, and repairs to the por- Dr. Edmunds noted that all cur- sentation by explaining new initia- resource center instructor, and one tico at the Elm Street administration its conference session scheduled A officers can carry a weapon while riculum-related requests in the bud- for last week prior to Tuesday B officers cannot. tives to be taken with the district’s new guidance counselor, all at WHS. building. get are due to curriculum revisions faculty, including ways to use sum- These additions are all due to the Board President Arlene Gardner night’s public session. Regular police officers have to and the addition of several new The council discussed a proposal be used for utility projects, but the mer time, as well as taking advan- growing enrollment at the high school noted the progress being made in courses throughout the district. tage of the teachers’ expertise to level. No personnel will be added at keeping the budget increase to a mini- for a lighted crosswalk across from special police will be a “better The preliminary budget calls for Lord & Taylor. downtown presence” according to further improve curriculums. At the the elementary or intermediate lev- mum, saying, “personnel and capital approximately $200,000 in new text- elementary level, teachers will begin els. Positions being left out of the projects have been pared down to Town Administrator James Mr. Gildea. books. Students in grades 4 and 5 Gildea explained that last summer First Ward Republican Council- formulating and implementing life budget include a K-8 science coordi- bare essentials.” learn about New Jersey’s history as science and writing strands for the nator, a K-8 special education super- The public will have an opportu- the town was contacted regarding man Peter Echausse, Chairman of part of their social studies curricu- the installation of the lighted cross- the Finance Policy Committee, science and language arts curricula, visor, an additional computer tech- nity to vote on the budget and elect lum, and some classes are still using respectively. nician and an additional guidance three members to the Board of Edu- walk. He said that at the time, the gave the council an update on the textbooks that have a picture of Tho- town agreed that it would contrib- budget process. Teachers at the intermediate level counselor at the elementary level. cation on Tuesday, April 20. mas Kean as New Jersey’s governor. face a special challenge, as President Mr. Berman also recapped the capi- The board addressed the unusual ute $4,500, or one-third of the He said that his committee talked Additionally, the new textbooks project cost, whichever is less. about some of the “big ticket items” Bush’s No Child Left Behind Act tal projects section of the prelimi- intensity of this winter’s snowfall are needed for the kindergarten calls for all students, including stu- nary budget, saying the only projects and its effect on the school calendar. Store manager Rich Weiner was and began discussing some “philo- through grade 5 language arts pro- present in the event members of the sophical things.” He explained that dents in special education programs, definitely in the budget at this point Superintendent of Schools Dr. Will- gram, which will be seeing a “new, to pass federally-mandated assess- are the addition of a temporary class- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 council had any questions. this year, the town will have to pay differentiated approach” in the com- The council later passed a reso- into the police and fire department ing years. Teachers will have the lution supporting the crosswalk. The pension funds, which had previ- option of using textbooks from lower county will now have to approve ously been over-funded, and to or higher grades to accommodate the crosswalk since North Avenue which the town did not have to each student’s individual needs as Westfield Planning Board Grants is a county road. contribute. part of what Dr. Edmunds called In other business, the council had Councilman Echausse said that “one of our most fundamental build- before it a resolution to appoint 18 his committee is taking a “much ing blocks for everything we do K- Green Light to Elm St. Subdivision special police officers. bigger picture approach to the op- 12.” Mr. Gildea explained that they erating budget.” At the intermediate level, new and By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL Elbert, Robert Newell and Town Testifying on behalf of the bank, receive a stipend of approximately Mr. Gildea added that he has made Specially Written for The Westfield Leader revised classes call for new text- Council Liaison James Foerst all Brett Skapinetz, a Licensed Profes- $1,000. He said that the special some assumptions regarding the rev- books in language arts, where stu- In a 6 to 1 vote, the Westfield stated that they had reservations about sional Engineer, told board members police can assist with traffic direc- enue so that parallels can be drawn. dents will be exposed to a larger Planning Board on Monday approved tion and could save the town in First Ward Republican Council- the application and were uncomfort- that although only 15 parking spaces variety of fiction and short stories; a subdivision by developer Charles able about the demolition. are required for the bank, 41 are police costs. man Sal Caruana reported that the mathematics, where faculty will be- Pijanowski, who plans to create two Board member William Cariste proposed. He also noted that the Mayor Gregory McDermott ques- Code Review and Town Property gin implementing the second phase conforming building lots from the tioned how the special police offic- Committee met and is working on stated that he thought an updated old impervious coverage of the site would of the new algebra curriculum, and property at 619 Elm Street. house would be more valuable than a be reduced by 40 percent, making for ers are trained. putting together a value statement Spanish, where instructors are at- As part of his application, Mr. brand new house. a reduction in water run-off, and that Third Ward Republican Council- with recommendations for policy tempting to make classes “increas- Pijanowski stated that he intends to man Mark Ciarrocca responded that changes. After a brief executive session, many trees and shrubs would be added ingly authentic.” demolish an existing, 101-year-old the planning board did approve the on the site. home on the lot and create a single- application with the only “no” vote Mr. Newell asked Mr. Skapinetz family dwelling on each of the newly coming from Councilman Foerst, about the architecture of the pro- divided properties. The new building who stated that his vote was based posed building, stating, “The ar- lots needed no variances. upon 13 points made in 8.06G of the chitecture of Commerce Bank is Westfield resident Betty List Land Use Ordinance. not in line with the architecture of strongly opposed the division, stat- Some of the points stated in the the town.” ing that as a member of the Westfield ordinance include “that the board Mr. Skapinetz noted that of the Historic Preservation Committee, shall not approve any application for 40 banks that he has personally she was against the demolition of a major subdivision or a minor sub- worked on in the New Jersey area, the house. division unless the applicant demon- only two were architecturally dif- She pleaded with the board to strates and the board specifically finds ferent. He added that it was be- activate some type of ruling to avoid that the proposed development, does cause each of these two banks was in the same situation from happening not substantially depart from the a historic district and Commerce in the future with developers,. add- existing development, will be visu- had no other option. ing that there were many people ally compatible with the character of When asked about these two interested in purchasing the old the existing improvements on the banks, Mr. Skapinetz noted that house and restoring it, but that the abutting lots, promotes a desirable one was located on the corner of developer outbid all of them. visual environment, ensures adequate Main and Lafayette Streets in Mr. Pijanowski addressed the light air and open space and can be Chatham and the other facility was board regarding his application, stat- approved without substantial detri- currently under construction on ing that he felt it was much too ment to the public good.” Livingston Avenue in Livingston. costly to move the existing house Board Chairman Jay Boyle ad- Because of the late hour, Mr. Boyle and then try to update it. He noted vised that all proposed plans for the suggested that the case be postponed that the house needed all new win- new houses “be submitted to the site until the March meeting, and noted dows, bathrooms, lighting systems, plan review committee and the His- that although the board thought that a heating system and a new, updated toric Preservation Committee.” the bank was “a good idea for this kitchen. In other business, Commerce Bank area, we do have issues about the size He added that in his business, he is seeking preliminary and final ma- and amount of signage the bank is preserves as many old homes as pos- jor site plan approval to turn the site proposing and the architecture of the sible, noting that he preserves ap- of the former Reilly Oldsmobile at building.” proximately 75 percent of all older 552-556 and 560 North Avenue into The next meeting will be held on homes that he purchases. Mr. a Westfield branch. Monday, March 1, at 8 p.m. Pijanowski said that in this case, how- Benjamin Corbin for The Westfield Leader ever, the home just needed too much PAGE INDEX WINTER FUN...The snow and weather continue to provide great conditions for winter fun for area children. Sledding work in addition to the high cost of Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 11-16 conditions at Scotch Hills and Echo Lake Park have been excellent. Pictured above, last week, a trio of young girls enjoy moving it. Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 A&E ...... 17-18 the late afternoon at Echo Lake Park. Board members such as Richard Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-14 Page 10 Thursday, DATE, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION S. PLAINS COUNCILMAN’S FATHER DIES AT 85 Life, Legacy of Former Fanwood Mayor, S. Plains Police Chief Council End Plans Unfolds in Interview For Shuttle Service By FRED ROSSI Michael Rossi had dug out a pile of By ELIZABETH CORRELL not sustain itself,” and “loses Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Specially Written for The Westfield Leader photographs from his younger days money.” In addition, the program SCOTCH PLAINS -- Michael along with some yellowed newspa- FANWOOD -- The proposed would have required money to be Rossi, a former Scotch Plains Police per clippings to show me. shuttle bus service for Fanwood set aside to purchase a second bus. Chief and the father of Councilman I think I began the interview with and Scotch Plains will not go for- Mr. Bradley learned from the expe- Frank Rossi, died last weekend at my “What was it like that day?” ward, it was officially announced age 85. riences of other towns, such as question and he was off and running, at Tuesday’s agenda meeting of Metuchen and Maplewood, that the He was with the police department taking me through the story of his Fanwood’s mayor and council. from 1946 until he retired as Chief in buses tended to be “out of service a life, from his upbringing in the Bronx Councilman Stuart Kline ex- significant amount of time,” often 1983; in early 1960, when he was a to the morning of December 7, 1941, Horace Corbin for The Westfield Leader plained that a consultant, Herb Bra- “one or two weeks a year.” sergeant, Mr. Rossi received the first when the 23-year-old Mr. Rossi was BUNDLED UP...Winter weather has children warmly dressed while coming dley, was hired to research the is- Another reason for the decision commendation plaque ever awarded getting set to go eat breakfast. and going to school. Pictured above, last Thursday, children from Franklin sue. His investigation determined to a local police officer, for his ac- School in Westfield head for home on a pleasant winter afternoon. is that it is “hard to gain a level of I just let him talk as much as he that such a shuttle service “does tions in the arrest of three armed men wanted to, not wanting to push too ridership,” Councilman Kline who were attempting to rob a local hard and possibly drag up some pain- stated. gas station. ful memory. I pre- SID Steering Committee Cannot In closing the matter, Mayor Col- Most police of- pared myself for leen Mahr stated that she will speak ficers have a load the possibility that with both New Jersey Transit and of stories, good Mr. Rossi might Scotch Plains’ Mayor Martin and bad, from their just reach a cer- Agree on Downtown Assessments Marks, to make sure that both par- days on the force. tain point in his ties are notified completely on the But Michael Rossi story and decide By FRED ROSSI properties. boundary expansion would require issue. A resolution will be presented had one that dated he’d talked as Specially Written for The Westfield Leader at next week’s regular council meet- back to the days Committee member Seymour the approval of the Township Coun- much as he wanted SCOTCH PLAINS -- The com- Stein backed this approach, calling cil, which will also have to enact an ing on this topic. The total cost for before he became to. mittee looking at the possibility of Mr. Bradley’s consultant work is a cop. for the SID boundaries to be ex- ordinance formally establishing the Instead, he went establishing a Special Improvement $3,000, of which Scotch Plains is In 2001, Mr. tended from the previously-agreed SID. into great detail District (SID) in Scotch Plains was upon area centering around the Park Turning to the major sticking responsible for 75 percent and Rossi was named about what hap- unable to resolve the question of Avenue-East Second Street neigh- point of how assessments will be Fanwood for 25 percent. Grand Marshal of pened that day 60 assessments on downtown property that year’s Memo- borhood to an area that included calculated, Mr. Stein, as he has In other business, Borough Engi- years earlier, owners this week, but members say rial Day Parade in Terrill Road properties as well as done at previous meetings, strongly neer Richard Marsden showed the sometimes stop- they are committed to resolving mayor and council a photograph of Scotch Plains, dur- ping to go back and the entire length of Front Street urged that retail properties be as- the issue next week and then voting the original wooden trestle bridge ing which World clarify something from Park Avenue to Terrill Road. sessed at 25 cents per $100 of as- on whether to present the SID pro- at Sheelen’s Crossing, near the train War II veterans in his story. He pe- Under his idea, which was eventu- sessed value while properties that would be honored. posal to the wider business com- ally backed by the rest of the com- house offices pay a smaller per- station. Mr. Marsden stated that Michael Rossi riodically paused munity in two weeks. He had been based to ask me if his mittee, residential properties on centage of that 25-cent level. He this is the type of bridge that he At the steering committee’s 17th at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. story was helpful and if I was getting Front Street would not be assessed reasoned that office properties are would like to see as the design for I winced a bit when the newspaper the information I needed. meeting since it was organized last nor would properties on Terrill more self-contained than retail the new pedestrian bridge to be asked me to interview Mr. Rossi I only wish I had used a tape re- September, members voted on es- Road, with the latter being exempt properties, require less mainte- built next to Sheelen’s Crossing, about his experiences and memories corder instead of a pen and notebook tablishing the SID’s formal bound- for at least one year since they were nance and receive fewer benefits and the governing body gave their from that day of infamy. For one to record his story, although Mr. Rossi aries, but spent the balance of Tues- included in the SID late in the from a SID than retail businesses. consent on the design choice. thing, I wasn’t at all sure that he’d be might have requested that the re- day evening’s two-hour meeting de- process. Various downtown events, like The second bridge will be built interested in talking about what must corder be turned off on the handful of bating whether to charge all down- The SID, as approved unani- sidewalk sales and street fairs, don’t because the sidewalks on Sheelen’s have been one of the scariest and instances when his narrative veered town businesses at the same rate or mously by the steering committee, benefit office buildings or even con- Crossing are too narrow for safe intense days of his life. Plus, even into off-the-record territory. whether to have a multi-tiered as- will run along Park Avenue from dominiums or apartment buildings, passage by bicyclists and pedestri- though I had read a good deal about “I was just a bit player in a real sessment system in which certain ans at the same time, as well as for World War II, I wasn’t sure if I would Route 22 to the Fanwood border, he argued. Other members dis- tragic drama,” Michael Rossi told types of properties would pay dif- along the entire length of East Sec- agreed, saying all properties, re- baby strollers to fit safely. The new be able to ask any pertinent ques- me in an attempt, perhaps, to ferent amounts. The discussion bridge, which will span 110 feet tions beyond, “What was it like that ond Street and Front Street, along gardless of their use, should pay downplay his role in the war. But prior to the vote on the SID’s bound- the east side of Terrill Road from the full 25 cents per $100 levy. and be constructed of steel, will be day?” every soldier could make that same aries was not without some conten- Front Street to East Second Street Councilwoman Nancy Malool, lifted into place by crane or heli- I first asked Councilman Rossi if claim, I realized. It was putting all tion, as some members favored he thought his father would be inter- and a one-block segment of the council’s liaison to the steering copter. The total estimated cost of those supposedly bit players together more expansive borders so as to construction is $110,000, and ested in talking to me and was told in a unified cause that led to our Westfield Avenue from Park Av- committee, said she “thought the that it probably would be doable, include potential future business enue to Forest Road. Any future concept here was we’re all in this Fanwood has received grant money victory in World War II. for the project. although, Councilman Rossi warned After almost two hours of delight- together?” Next week’s meeting will include me, his father wasn’t crazy about ful and informative conversation, I Other members, especially Irene talking about his war experiences. I tried to wrap things up, knowing I SCOTCH PLAINS Schmidt, Jim Watson and Steve the appointment of Elizabeth promised I would keep things brief, had taken far too much of Mr. Rossi’s POLICE BLOTTER Goldberg, seemed to agree with a Trimpin to the Environmental Com- figuring that if the elder Mr. Rossi time even though I secretly hoped uniform assessment for all proper- mission and Peter Sayles as the grew weary of me, he could always Planning Board’s Liaison to the he’d invite me to stay for the evening MONDAY, JANUARY 5 old, and about 5’9” tall was seen exiting ties, with the argument being made simply hang up the phone. so I could hear more war stories. He • CVS manager reported that three from the basement. The suspect told the that offices and apartments do ben- Environmental Commission. When I called him a few days generously allowed me to take a few individuals entered into the store and witness that he was looking for his lost efit from a revitalized downtown In addition, two ordinances will later to set up the interview, Mr. of his decades-old photos for the shoplifted several items for eye care. dog. because it helps attract office and have a second hearing: an ordinance Rossi invited me to his home in newspaper to print and told me to The suspects left the store before they WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21 apartment tenants. establishing salaries for the Public could be detained. • A S kyotpD rvire sdienre tporetd Scotch Plains despite my strong call him if I needed any more infor- Seth Grossman, a consultant who Works Department, and an ordi- suggestion that it might be more • A resident of Lyde Place reported that family passports were taken from mation. that someone painted “Fxxx you Fxx” in her room between January 9 and 21. has been leading the committee nance increasing the membership in convenient for him to talk to me And when the article on his Pearl brown stain. On a shed there was more There is no known suspect at this time the Recreation Commission. over the telephone. through its discussions for the past Harbor experience was published, painting and also the letter Z. and no signs of forced entry. five months, agreed that, “at some I arrived at Mr. Rossi’s home for he was kind enough to send me a note TUESDAY, JANUARY 6 SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 what I guessed would be a very brief • A Spruce Mill Lane resident re- • A ne mployeefro mW ildB irds base level, there is a universal ben- of thanks. efit,” but strongly urged the com- chat that I would then have to stretch There is no better way to learn ported that his wallet was stolen from a Unlimited reported that her wallet was Westfield BOE table inside the gym at the Jewish Com- taken from her purse, which was by the mittee to consider a two-tiered sys- into a much longer article. Within a history than through a first-person CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 munity Center. The victim began to work back door of the store. The suspect was tem. few minutes, though, I realized I account. Michael Rossi, with a great iam Foley addressed the looming out and once he finished he returned for described as a white male wearing a Mr. Grossman presented a wouldn’t be leaving any time soon. memory and with good humor, gave his wallet and found that it was stolen. dirty white puffy coat and blue jeans, crisis frankly, telling the board, “We We sat at his kitchen table and me a real bird’s eye view of one of the Someone also used his American Ex- balding and about 6 feet tall. The vic- worksheet listing most of the prop- have no more snow days.” most memorable days in history. And press card on Sunday January 4, at the tim observed a small blue four-door erties in the proposed SID “except In preparation for additional snow- he gave me one of the more interest- shell station on Saint George Street in car drive away from the rear of the those on Terrill Road and Front fall, Dr. Foley proposed that Gradu- Rahway. store. Street that were added this week as ation Day be pushed back from June ing stories I have written. THURSDAY, JANUARY 8 • well as another 25 on East Second 21 to June 24. Under Dr. Foley’s Recent Home Sanguiliano Garden Center reported proposal, classes could be in session that Real Landscaping Maintenance Inc. WESTFIELD Street that were inadvertently omit- Sales Ambrosia Receives issued a bad check in the amount of ted” and how much each would pay from June 21 to June 24 should the weather demand it. $228.96. Sanguiliano Garden Center re- POLICE BLOTTER under the 25 cents per $100 pro- Fall Dean’s Award The planned celebration at the ported that several letters had been sent posal and how much of an operat- WESTFIELD – Elizabeth Am- out requesting payment but no response WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21 Ricochet Racquet Club could be Westfield (Week of January 19) as of this time. ing budget that level would finance. moved to June 24, due to a fortuitous Christine Petruzzell to Brad and brosia of Westfield received the • A resident of Moss Avenue reported Dean’s Award for academic ex- FRIDAY, JANUARY 9 The 25 cents per $100 assess- opening in the club’s availability. Angela Marie Hornbeck, 735 • Olasupo I.Ogunfemi, 39, of Terney that her motor vehicle was burglarized while it was parked in her driveway. ment on the nearly 90 properties Board members debated the merits Hanford Place, $465,000. cellence during the fall 2003 se- Avenue was arrested and charged with mester at Colgate University in Twenty dollars in cash was removed listed would fund a budget of nearly of Dr. Foley’s proposal, as well as Herbert and Martha Wright to John shoplifting from CVS. Ogunfemi was suggesting such alternatives as open- and Mary Doyle, 18 Cowperthwaite Hamilton, N.Y. charged with attempting to remove a from the vehicle. $63,000; the additional, inadvert- The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. box of condoms from the pharmacy. SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 ently omitted properties on East ing the schools on President’s Day, Square, $599,900. • The owner of a South Avenue busi- February 16, or taking away Thurs- Beatrice Klein to Robert and Kim- Michael Ambrosia of Westfield, He was issued a summons and re- Second Street will obviously add Elizabeth is a member of the Class leased. ness reported the theft of $8,700 worth to the total. day, April 15, which is the first berly Mullett, 415 Dudley Avenue, of items from the establishment, includ- planned day of spring break. East, $560,000. of 2004. She graduated Westfield SATURDAY, JANUARY 10 Mr. Grossman said he would in- High School in 2000. Elizabeth is • The owners of Hungs Restaurant ing sockets, drills, air guns and ratchets. After much discussion, the board Frances Canfield to Hope and Paul reported that someone entered the rear WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28 corporate those additional proper- decided not to move graduation to a psychology major at Colgate. • Muzeni, 509 Cumberland Street, cellar door that leads to the basement A Clark resident reported that his ties into a new calculation and June 24, citing the possible inconve- $250,000. and stole several of the employee’s per- 1990 Cadillac Deville was stolen from present it at next week’s meeting. nience to families that have made M.M. Real Estate Developers, Inc. Gil Arbitsman Receives sonal belongings. A witness observed where it was parked on Quimby Street. An effort will also be made to see plans for relatives to fly in for the to Tin-San Suen and Shu-Fen Tseng, that a white male with a goatee and The vehicle had been left unlocked, po- mustache approximately 35 to 40 years lice said. how lower assessments of certain ceremony on June 21. The board also 560 Codding Road, $679,900. Dean’s List Recognition noted the 2003-2004 school calen- Peter Bourke to Brett and Jennifer office properties would affect the WESTFIELD – Gil Arbitsman, a budget. dar expressly states that school will Fischer, 748 Harding Street, freshman at Drew University in be open on April 15 should the dis- $485,000. Madison, has achieved Dean’s List MOUNTAINSIDEFANWOOD Next Tuesday, the committee ex- pects to resolve the assessment is- trict exceed the number of allotted James and Maureen McCutcheon distinction for the fall 2003 semester POLICE BLOTTER snow days. to Albert and Tracy Weber, Jr., 913 with a 3.925 grade point average. sue and then vote on whether to Dr. Foley took the board’s sugges- Summit Avenue, $480,000. A June 2003 graduate of Westfield present the SID idea to the wider FRIDAY, JANUARY 30 the tires of his vehicle were punctured tion, stating that, “If we have signifi- Miriam Wilcox to Eric and Maria High School, Gil is a member of the business community at an informa- cant problems with snow, the next Gerckens, 1023 Tice Place, $469,000. • Derell Richardson, 23, of while it was parked at the Loews The- Ranger’s Lacrosse Team at Drew. Plainfield was arrested outside the ater. tional meeting set for Thursday, thing to go will be spring break.” Loews Theater for weapon’s pos- MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2 February 19, at Scotch Hills Coun- session and an open container of • Following a motor vehicle accident try Club. alcohol in a motor vehicle. John Carroll, 33, of Westfield was ar- It’s expected that a more formal Richardson was released on his own rested on Woodland Avenue and cited Development recognizance. for DWI as well as failure to submit to a presentation will be made at that SATURDAY, JANUARY 31 breathalizer test and operating a vehicle time, with downtown property own- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 • A C olumburse sidenret portedth at without insurance. ers encouraged to ask questions and be finalized this summer and then provide input and ideas to the com- the town will know what will be mittee. Afterwards, the steering required of them. committee will gauge the response He also said that the deed for New of the business property owners be- Street is currently being held in es- fore deciding whether to formally crow until the developer comes for- request the Township Council enact ward with new plans. an ordinance setting up the SID. THE

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timesnj.com TIMES USPS 485200 Thursday, February 5, 2004 Published Every Thursday Since 1959 (908) 232-4407 SIXTY CENTS OUR 46TH YEAR – ISSUE NO. 06-46 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. www.goleader.com [email protected] SID Comm. Cannot Agree On Downtown Assessments

By FRED ROSSI that retail properties be assessed at ties in the proposed SID “except Specially Written for The Times 25 cents per $100 of assessed value those on Terrill Road and Front Street The committee looking at the pos- while properties that house offices that were added this week as well as sibility of establishing a Special Im- pay a smaller percentage of that 25- another 25 on East Second Street provement District (SID) in Scotch cent level. He reasoned that office that were inadvertently omitted” and Plains was unable to resolve the ques- properties are more self-contained how much each would pay under the tion of assessments on downtown than retail properties, require less 25 cents per $100 proposal and how property owners this week, but mem- maintenance and receive fewer ben- much of an operating budget that bers say they are committed to re- efits from a SID than retail busi- level would finance. solving the issue next week and then nesses. The 25 cents per $100 assessment voting on whether to present the SID Various downtown events, like on the nearly 90 properties listed proposal to the wider business com- sidewalk sales and street fairs, don’t would fund a budget of nearly munity in two weeks. benefit office buildings or even con- $63,000; the additional, inadvertently At the steering committee’s 17th dominiums or apartment buildings, omitted properties on East Second meeting since it was organized last he argued. Other members disagreed, Street will obviously add to the total. September, members voted on es- saying all properties, regardless of Mr. Grossman said he would in- tablishing the SID’s formal bound- their use, should pay the full 25 cents corporate those additional proper- aries, but spent the balance of Tues- per $100 levy. ties into a new calculation and present day evening’s two-hour meeting de- Councilwoman Nancy Malool, the it at next week’s meeting. An effort bating whether to charge all down- council’s liaison to the steering com- will also be made to see how lower Fred Rossi for The Times town businesses at the same rate or mittee, said she “thought the concept assessments of certain office proper- INTENSE ATTENTION...Members of the township committee to review options for forming a Special Improvement whether to have a multi-tiered as- here was we’re all in this together?” ties would affect the budget. District in downtown Scotch Plains met Tuesday evening. Attention is keen as details are nearing completion for decision sessment system in which certain Other members, especially Irene Next Tuesday, the committee ex- making. Pictured above, from left to right, are: Seymour Stein, CEO of Executive Suites; Councilwoman Nancy Malool types of properties would pay differ- and former Scotch Plains Mayor Irene Schmidt. Schmidt, Jim Watson and Steve pects to resolve the assessment issue ent amounts. The discussion prior to Goldberg, seemed to agree with a and then vote on whether to present MICHAEL ROSSI, FATHER OF COUNCILMAN FRANK ROSSI, DIES AT 85 the vote on the SID’s boundaries was uniform assessment for all proper- the SID idea to the wider business not without some contention, as some ties, with the argument being made community at an informational meet- members favored more expansive that offices and apartments do ben- ing set for Thursday, February 19, at borders so as to include potential efit from a revitalized downtown Scotch Hills Country Club. Life, Legacy of Former S. Plains future business properties. because it helps attract office and It’s expected that a more formal Committee member Seymour apartment tenants. presentation will be made at that Stein backed this approach, calling Seth Grossman, a consultant who time, with downtown property own- Police Chief Unfolds in Interview for the SID boundaries to be ex- has been leading the committee ers encouraged to ask questions and tended from the previously-agreed through its discussions for the past provide input and ideas to the com- By FRED ROSSI Scotch Plains despite my strong sug- about what happened that day 60 upon area centering around the Park five months, agreed that, “at some mittee. Afterwards, the steering com- Specially Written for The Times gestion that it might be more conve- years earlier, sometimes stopping to Avenue-East Second Street neigh- base level, there is a universal ben- mittee will gauge the response of the Michael Rossi, a former Scotch nient for him to talk to me over the go back and clarify something in his borhood to an area that included efit,” but strongly urged the commit- business property owners before de- Plains Police Chief and the father of telephone. story. He periodically paused to ask Terrill Road properties as well as the tee to consider a two-tiered system. ciding whether to formally request Councilman Frank Rossi, died last me if his story was helpful and if I entire length of Front Street from Mr. Grossman presented a the Township Council enact an ordi- weekend at age 85. was getting the information I Park Avenue to Terrill Road. Under worksheet listing most of the proper- nance setting up the SID. He was with the police depart- needed. his idea, which was eventually backed ment from 1946 until he retired as I only wish I had used a tape re- by the rest of the committee, residen- Chief in 1983; in early 1960, when corder instead of a pen and notebook tial properties on Front Street would he was a sergeant, Mr. Rossi re- to record his story, although Mr. Rossi not be assessed nor would properties ceived the first commendation might have requested that the re- on Terrill Road, with the latter being plaque ever awarded to a local corder be turned off on the handful of exempt for at least one year since police officer, for his actions in the instances when his narrative veered they were included in the SID late in arrest of three armed men who into off-the-record territory. the process. were attempting to rob a local gas “I was just a bit player in a real The SID, as approved unanimously station. tragic drama,” Michael Rossi told by the steering committee, will run Most police officers have a load me in an attempt, perhaps, to along Park Avenue from Route 22 to of stories, good and bad, from their downplay his role in the war. But the Fanwood border, along the entire days on the force. But Michael every soldier could make that same length of East Second Street and Rossi had one that dated back to the claim, I realized. It was putting all Front Street, along the east side of days before he became a cop. those supposedly bit players to- Terrill Road from Front Street to In 2001, Mr. Rossi was named gether in a unified cause that led to East Second Street and a one-block Grand Marshal of that year’s Me- our victory in World War II. segment of Westfield Avenue from morial Day Parade in Scotch Plains, After almost two hours of de- Park Avenue to Forest Road. Any during which World War II veter- lightful and informative conver- future boundary expansion would ans would be honored. He had been Michael Rossi sation, I tried to wrap things up, require the approval of the Township based at Pearl Harbor on December knowing I had taken far too much Council, which will also have to 7, 1941. I arrived at Mr. Rossi’s home for of Mr. Rossi’s time even though I enact an ordinance formally estab- what I guessed would be a very brief lishing the SID. I winced a bit when the newspa- secretly hoped he’d invite me to Benjamin Corbin for The Times per asked me to interview Mr. Rossi chat that I would then have to stretch stay for the evening so I could hear Turning to the major sticking point WINTER FUN...The snow and weather continue to provide great conditions for about his experiences and memo- into a much longer article. Within a more war stories. He generously of how assessments will be calcu- winter fun for area children. Sledding conditions at Scotch Hills and Echo Lake ries from that day of infamy. For few minutes, though, I realized I lated, Mr. Stein, as he has done at Park have been excellent. Pictured above, last week, a trio of young girls enjoy allowed me to take a few of his the late afternoon at Echo Lake Park. one thing, I wasn’t at all sure that wouldn’t be leaving any time soon. decades-old photos for the news- previous meetings, strongly urged he’d be interested in talking about We sat at his kitchen table and paper to print and told me to call what must have been one of the Michael Rossi had dug out a pile of him if I needed any more informa- scariest and intense days of his life. photographs from his younger days tion. Fanwood Mayor, Council End Plus, even though I had read a good along with some yellowed newspa- And when the article on his Pearl deal about World War II, I wasn’t per clippings to show me. Harbor experience was published, sure if I would be able to ask any I think I began the interview with he was kind enough to send me a note of thanks. Plans for Shuttle Bus Service There is no better way to learn history than through a first-person By ELIZABETH CORRELL Councilman Stuart Kline ex- the original wooden trestle bridge at account. Michael Rossi, with a great Specially Written for The Times plained that a consultant, Herb Bra- Sheelen’s Crossing, near the train memory and with good humor, gave The proposed shuttle bus service dley, was hired to research the issue. station. Mr. Marsden stated that this me a real bird’s eye view of one of the for Fanwood and Scotch Plains will His investigation determined that is the type of bridge that he would most memorable days in history. And not go forward, it was officially an- such a shuttle service “does not like to see as the design for the new he gave me one of the more interest- nounced at Tuesday’s agenda meet- sustain itself,” and “loses money.” pedestrian bridge to be built next to ing stories I have written. ing of Fanwood’s mayor and council. In addition, the program would have Sheelen’s Crossing, and the govern- required money to be set aside to ing body gave their consent on the purchase a second bus. Mr. Bradley design choice. learned from the experiences of other The second bridge will be built towns, such as Metuchen and because the sidewalks on Sheelen’s Maplewood, that the buses tended Crossing are too narrow for safe Fanwood Planning Bd. to be “out of service a significant passage by bicyclists and pedestri- amount of time,” often “one or two ans at the same time, as well as for weeks a year.” baby strollers to fit safely. The new Elects 2004 Officers Another reason for the decision is bridge, which will span 110 feet and that it is “hard to gain a level of be constructed of steel, will be lifted By DEBORAH MADISON first term as Vice Chairman. Rob- Specially Written for The Times ert Mega was re-elected to serve as ridership,” Councilman Kline stated. into place by crane or helicopter. In closing the matter, Mayor Col- The total estimated cost of con- Cheri Rogowsky for The Times The Fanwood Planning/Zoning the board’s attorney, while Beatrice GRAND MARSHAL…Grand Marshal Michael Rossi took a ride down Martine leen Mahr stated that she will speak struction is $110,000, and Fanwood Avenue in a camouflage vehicle during the Memorial Day Parade in Scotch Board held their annual re-organi- Poultney was re-elected to serve as with both New Jersey Transit and has received grant money for the Plains and Fanwood in 2001. zation meeting on January 26. New the board secretary. Scotch Plains’ Mayor Martin Marks, project. members were sworn in and offic- pertinent questions beyond, “What my “What was it like that day?” There were no hearings for this to make sure that both parties are Next week’s meeting will include was it like that day?” question and he was off and running, ers were elected. month on the agenda. The board notified completely on the issue. A the appointment of Elizabeth Trimpin I first asked Councilman Rossi if taking me through the story of his New board members, Peter discussed three resolutions and resolution will be presented at next to the Environmental Commission he thought his father would be inter- life, from his upbringing in the Bronx Sayles and Matthew Glennon, along voted on them at second reading. week’s regular council meeting on and Peter Sayles as the Planning to the morning of December 7, 1941, with alternates Joseph Higgins and All three were approved, includ- this topic. The total cost for Mr. Board’s Liaison to the Environmen- ested in talking to me and was told Bradley’s consultant work is $3,000, tal Commission. that it probably would be doable, when the 23-year-old Mr. Rossi was Dale Flowers took their oaths of ing the AT&T application to place getting set to go eat breakfast. office. Roseanne Tobey was also cellular antennas on towers on of which Scotch Plains is respon- In addition, two ordinances will although, Councilman Rossi warned sible for 75 percent and Fanwood for have a second hearing: an ordinance me, his father wasn’t crazy about I just let him talk as much as he sworn in as the newly appointed LaGrande Avenue. 25 percent. establishing salaries for the Public talking about his war experiences. I wanted to, not wanting to push too Mayor’s Designee. The board retired to executive In other business, Borough Engi- Works Department, and an ordinance promised I would keep things brief, hard and possibly drag up some pain- Gregory Cummings was re- session to discuss the Verizon law- neer Richard Marsden showed the increasing the membership in the figuring that if the elder Mr. Rossi ful memory. I prepared myself for elected as Board Chairman and suit against the Borough. The next mayor and council a photograph of Recreation Commission. grew weary of me, he could always the possibility that Mr. Rossi might John Celardo was elected as Vice agenda meeting of the Fanwood simply hang up the phone. just reach a certain point in his story Chairman. Mr. Cummings will be Planning/Zoning Board will be held PAGE INDEX When I called him a few days and decide he’d talked as much as he serving his ninth term as Chairman on February 16 and the next regular Regional...... 2-3 Obituary ...... 8 Real Estate .... 11-16 later to set up the interview, Mr. wanted to. and Mr. Celardo will be serving his meeting will be on February 25. Editorial ...... 4-5 Education ...... 9 A&E ...... 17-18 Rossi invited me to his home in Instead, he went into great detail Community ... 6-7 Sports ...... 11-14 Page 10 Thursday, February 5, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield BOE Reviews Council Considers Curriculum, Personnel Lighted Crosswalk By ED COONEY ters. The preliminary budget calls for Specially Written for The Times four new teachers, one new resource The Westfield Board of Education center instructor, and one new guid- discussed curriculum and personnel ance counselor, all at WHS. At Lord & Taylor matters pertaining to the 2004-2005 These additions are all due to the budget at its meeting on Tuesday. growing enrollment at the high school By LAUREN S. PASS there are two classes of officers, A The meeting began with a report on level. No personnel will be added at the Specially Written for The Times and B. Both, he said, go through curriculum needs and initiatives from elementary or intermediate levels. Po- WESTFIELD -- The Westfield training at the police academy, but Assistant Superintendent of Curricu- sitions being left out of the budget Town Council held its conference lum and Instruction Dr. Janie Edmunds. that A can carry a weapon and B include a K-8 science coordinator, a K- session scheduled for last week prior cannot. Dr. Edmunds noted that all curricu- 8 special education supervisor, an ad- to Tuesday night’s public session. lum-related requests in the budget are Regular police officers have to ditional computer technician and an The council discussed a proposal due to curriculum revisions and the additional guidance counselor at the be used for utility projects, but the addition of several new courses elementary level. for a lighted crosswalk across from special police will be a “better throughout the district. Mr. Berman also recapped the capi- Lord & Taylor. downtown presence” according to The preliminary budget calls for ap- tal projects section of the preliminary Town Administrator James Mr. Gildea. proximately $200,000 in new text- budget, saying the only projects defi- Gildea explained that last summer First Ward Republican Council- books. Students in grades 4 and 5 learn nitely in the budget at this point are the the town was contacted regarding man Peter Echausse, Chairman of about New Jersey’s history as part of addition of a temporary classroom and the installation of the lighted cross- the Finance Policy Committee, their social studies curriculum, and a partial ceiling replacement at Edison walk. He said that at the time, the some classes are still using textbooks gave the council an update on the Intermediate School. town agreed that it would contrib- budget process. that have a picture of Thomas Kean as The board will also continue pursu- ute $4,500 or one-third of the project New Jersey’s governor. He said that his committee talked ing the possibility of renovating the cost, whichever is less. Additionally, the new textbooks are track at WHS at a cost of approxi- about some of the “big ticket items” needed for the kindergarten through mately $325,000. The list of abandoned Store manager Rich Weiner was and began discussing some “philo- grade 5 language arts program, which capital projects includes renovations present in the event the members of sophical things.” He explained that will be seeing a “new, differentiated to the parking lot and parapet wall at the council had any questions. this year the town will have to pay approach” in the coming years. Teach- Lincoln School; a partial ceiling repair The council later passed a reso- into the police and fire department ers will have the option of using text- at Tamaques Elementary School, and lution supporting the crosswalk. The pension funds, which had previ- books from lower or higher grades to repairs to the portico at the Elm Street county will now have to approve ously been over funded and the accommodate each student’s individual administration building. the crosswalk, since North Avenue town did not have to contribute to. needs as part of what Dr. Edmunds Board President Arlene Gardner Benjamin B. Corbin for The Times is a county road. Councilman Echausse said that called “one of our most fundamental noted the progress being made in keep- FLAGS FOR SALE…Scotch Plains are selling flags and plaques to be put on the In other business, the council had building blocks for everything we do his committee is taking a “much ing the budget increase to a minimum, decretive light poles in downtown Scotch Plains. These flags and plaques will be before it a resolution to appoint 18 K-12.” saying, “personnel and capital projects selling for $125.00. The fee for these flags is not to make a profit, but to cover bigger picture approach to the op- At the intermediate level, new and have been pared down to bare essen- the costs of the flags and plaques. Pictured above From left to right in front of special police officers. erating budget.” revised classes call for new textbooks tials.” the light pole with a flag and plaque on it are Nancy Malool, Mayor Marty Mr. Gildea explained that they Mr. Gildea added that he has in language arts, where students will The public will have an opportunity Marks, and Construction official Bob LaCosta. receive a stipend of approximately made some assumptions regarding be exposed to a larger variety of fiction to vote on the budget and elect three $1,000. He said that the special the revenue so that parallels can be and short stories; mathematics, where members to the Board of Education on police can assist with traffic direc- drawn. faculty will begin implementing the Tuesday, April 20. DECA Students Qualify tion and could save the town in First Ward Republican Council- second phase of the new algebra cur- The board addressed the unusual police costs. riculum, and Spanish, where instruc- man Sal Caruana reported that the intensity of this winter’s snowfall and Mayor Gregory McDermott ques- Code Review and Town Property tors are attempting to make classes its effect on the school calendar. Super- For State Competition tioned how the special police offic- “increasingly authentic.” Committee met and is working on intendent of Schools Dr. William Foley ers are trained. At Westfield High School (WHS), addressed the looming crisis frankly, putting together a value statement new textbooks will be used in language telling the board, “We have no more SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch “Taking 97 students to Regionals Third Ward Republican Council- with recommendations for policy arts to “make it more multicultural,” snow days.” Plains-Fanwood High School DECA and having over half of them qualify man Mark Ciarrocca responded that changes. according to Dr. Edmunds. The social In preparation for additional snow- Chapter, an association of marketing for States is quite an achievement,” studies department is offering a new fall, Dr. Foley proposed that Gradua- students, participated in its annual remarked DECA Advisor Dan course called Exploratory Global Per- tion Day be pushed back from June 21 Regional Competition on January 6 Margolis. spectives, and additional new textbooks to June 24. Under Dr. Foley’s proposal, at Middlesex County College. Of the 25 individual awards, Mr. will be needed for chemistry and phys- classes could be in session from June The students spent the day prepar- Margolis was especially proud of ics classes. 21 to June 24 should the weather de- ing and presenting their business first-year DECA students, who won Dr. Edmunds continued her presen- mand it. skills to judges of 14 different team 12 of the awards. tation by explaining new initiatives to The planned celebration at the Rico- or individual event categories. Outstanding competitors included be taken with the district’s faculty, in- chet Racquet Club could be moved to Of the large number of high Hospital Services team Ted Sensor cluding ways to use summer time, as June 24, due to a fortuitous opening in school students that competed, 51 and Josh Kay, E-Commerce Deci- well as taking advantage of the teach- the club’s availability. Board members captured awards that would qualify sion Making team Chris D’Annunzio ers’ expertise to further improve cur- debated the merits of Dr. Foley’s pro- them to attend the DECA State and Jason Krueger, and Marketing riculums. At the elementary level, teach- posal, as well as suggesting such alter- Conference from Thursday, Febru- Management competitor Mike ers will begin formulating and imple- natives as opening the schools on ary 26 to Saturday, February 28 in Hessemer – all won First Place awards menting life science and writing strands President’s Day, February 16, or taking Cherry Hill. for their role plays and tests. for the science and language arts cur- away Thursday, April 15, which is the ricula, respectively. first planned day of spring break. Teachers at the intermediate level face After much discussion, the board SCOTCH PLAINS a special challenge, as President Bush’s decided not to move graduation to June POLICE BLOTTER No Child Left Behind Act calls for all 24, citing the possible inconvenience students, including students in special to families that have made plans for education programs, to pass federally- MONDAY, JANUARY 5 Street in Rahway. relatives to fly in for the ceremony on • mandated assessment tests. These re- CVS manager reported that three THURSDAY, JANUARY 8 June 21. The board also noted the 2003- individuals entered into the Sanguiliano store and • Garden Center reported quirements are the impetus behind a 2004 school calendar expressly states shoplifted several items for eye care. that Real Landscaping Maintenance Inc. new initiative to improve the special that school will be open on April 15 The suspects left the store before they issued a bad check in the amount of TREE PLAY…At the end of January, Wardlaw-Hartridge School Pre-K4 education mathematics curriculum. should the district exceed the number could be detained. $228.96. Sanguiliano Garden Center re- students Jake Payami of Scotch Plains, Emma Wightman and Yumna Naqvi, Both the art and health programs at of allotted snow days. A resident• of Lyde Place reported ported that several letters had been sent both of Edison, and Owen Mairo of Cranford gathered in the school library to WHS will also receive curricular revi- Dr. Foley took the board’s sugges- that someone painted “Fxxx you Fxx” in out requesting payment but no response present the “Love a Tree” play for their parents and grandparents. sions. tion, stating that, “If we have signifi- brown stain. On a shed there was more as of this time. Board Secretary Robert Berman gave painting and also the letter Z. FRIDAY, JANUARY 9 cant problems with snow, the next thing • a brief presentation on personnel mat- to go will be spring break.” TUESDAY, JANUARY Olasupo 6 I. Ogunfemi, 39, of Terney A Spruce• Mill Lane resident re- Avenue was arrested and charged with ported that his wallet was stolen from a shoplifting from CVS. Ogunfemi was table inside the gym at the Jewish Com- charged with attempting to remove a WF Residents Raise Lois Bhatt Appointed munity Center. The victim began to box of condoms from the pharmacy. He work out and once he finished he re- was issued a summons and released. turned for his wallet and found that it SATURDAY, JANUARY 10 was stolen. Someone also usedThe his owners• of Hungs Restaurant Questions Regarding Exec. Director of BRIDGES American Express card on Sunday Janu- reported that someone entered the rear SUMMIT – Members of the Board You Have to Be Here (PinkInk 2002), ary 4, at the shell station on Saint George cellar door that leads to the basement of Directors of BRIDGES Outreach a mother’s story of cancer, family and and stole several of the employee’s in Summit are pleased to announce survival and is actively involved in personal belongings. A witness ob- Development Status the appointment of Lois Cappetta Pathways, a program of the Women’s WESTFIELD served that a white male with a goatee and mustache approximately 35 to 40 Bhatt to the position of full-time Resource Center that offers breast By LAUREN S. PASS He also said that he objects to the POLICE BLOTTER years old, and about 5’9” tall was Specially Written for The Times Executive Director as of January 1. cancer support. She lives in Madison seen exiting from the basement. The “politicizing” of the Memorial Day Ms. Bhatt brings to BRIDGES her with her husband and two children. suspect told the witness that he was WESTFIELD -- The Westfield Parade because the Knights of Co- many years of administrative experi- Francis Moses and Darryl Carley WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21 Town Council continued its new • looking for his lost dog. lumbus advertise their Bike For ence at Yale University and as the will continue as Run Coordinators A resident of Moss Avenue reported WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21 2004 format for its regular public • Life campaign. first director of an AIDS outreach for BRIDGES. that her motor vehicle was burglarized A Skytop Drive resident reported meeting on Tuesday night, during program in New Haven, CT. BRIDGES, a non-profit organiza- while it was parked in her driveway. that family passports were taken from Orenda Circle resident Allen which town professionals do not Ms. Bhatt said, “I am delighted to be tion located in Summit serves the Twenty dollars in cash was removed from her room between January 9 and 21. Solomon questioned if the New part of BRIDGES. BRIDGES fills a homeless people of lower Manhattan, the vehicle. There is no known suspect at this time respond until after the public com- Street development was included tremendous need to the people living on Newark and Irvington. BRIDGES SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 and no signs of forced entry. ment has ceased. • The owner of a South Avenue SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 in the traffic study. He also said the street, not by just by providing achieves this goal by making “runs” • Mayor Gregory McDermott rec- that should more than the projected business reported the theft of $8,700 An employee from Wild Birds ognized Town Clerk Bernard essentials, but by providing them with to designated stops in lower Manhat- worth of items from the establishment, Unlimited reported that her wallet was six school age children be living in compassion and friendship. I am look- tan, Newark and Irvington with a including sockets, drills, air guns and taken from her purse, which was by the Heeney for his winning the Silver the proposed new development that ing forward to increasing awareness caravan of committed volunteers shar- ratchets. back door of the store. The suspect was Pen Award from The Star-Ledger. if the costs could be passed onto about the homeless populations so near ing compassion, friendship and a described as a white male wearing a WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28 Boulevard resident Rosalyn the developer. to us, and working with the many volun- truckload of soup, beverages, bag din- • A Clark resident reported that his dirty white puffy coat and blue jeans, Harrison told the council that she balding and about 6 feet tall. The vic- Town Administrator James teers that comprise the BRIDGES fam- ners, clothing, blankets, toiletries and 1990 Cadillac Deville was stolen from “read with some concern” the ily. There are so many opportunities for other goods. Donations are accepted where it was parked on Quimby Street. tim observed a small blue four-door Gildea stated that a shared cost school children projections for the people of all ages to get involved and on Tuesdays and Fridays. The vehicle had been left unlocked, car drive away from the rear of the with the developer has been dis- make an immediate difference.” If individuals or an organization would police said. store. redevelopment projects. She also cussed but no resolution has been Ms. Bhatt has been active in Madi- like to become a volunteer for BRIDGES questioned what the project status come to. son and Summit for a number of by making soup, organizing a drive for is. Highland Avenue resident John years and is a member of the Board coats, gloves or other needed items, or MOUNTAINSIDEFANWOOD Mayor McDermott responded Devitt stated his concern with some of Trustees of the Women’s Resource coming on a run, please contact Lois that the report was written before recent projects “which have bro- Center. She is the author of I’m Sorry Bhatt at (908) 273-0176. POLICE BLOTTER the council spoke with the devel- ken away from residential frame- oper regarding the size and scope work.” FRIDAY, JANUARY 30 SATURDAY, JANUARY 31 of the project. He added that the Resident Tim Harrington said • dleifniaPl fo ,32• ,nosdrahcRi lleDre traffic study should be back in one that he saw the advertisement for was arrested outside the Loews Theater A Columbus resident reported that the to two weeks. for weapon’s possession and an open tires of his vehicle were punctured the town to hire a project manager container of alcohol in a motor vehicle. while it was parked at the Loews The- The mayor also stated that the and questioned who amongst the Richardson was released on his own ater. negotiating committee has not met council had the expertise to hire recognizance. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2 in a couple of months, and that • one. “nothing has been going on in that Mr. Gildea explained that the Following a motor vehicle accident period of time.” See the entire John Carroll, 33, of Westfield was project manager will be interviewed arrested on Woodland Avenue and Boulevard resident Jerry Hickey by a council committee, and then newspaper in color at cited for DWI as well as failure to questioned when the public would there may be interviews before the submit to a breathalizer test and oper- have access to the traffic study. www.goleader.com ating a vehicle without insurance. council as a whole. Mayor McDermott said that a He said that he would look into public meeting would be held re- the issue regarding the Memorial garding the traffic study. Day Parade because the town pro- Mr. Hickey also questioned if the vides funds. proposed development at New Town Attorney Robert Cockren Street was still on the table, and stated that the new affordable hous- asked what the status was on an ing regulations for the state should affordable housing portion of the be finalized this summer and then proposed development projects. the Town will know what will be Mountain Avenue resident required of them. Mitchell Pincus said that because He also said that the deed for of the increase in commuter permit New Street is currently being held costs he is now walking to the train in escrow until the developer comes station. forward with new plans. Page 2 Thursday, February 5, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION County Clerk Rajoppi Walter J. Lee House Cited Aids Budget by $12 Million For Historic Preservation COUNTY – Taxpayers will ben- due to the boom in the real estate WESTFIELD – The National Trust features a gambrel roof and shed efit from a record-breaking increase market that began in 2002, particu- for Historic Preservation has cited dormers designed to match the in revenue for the Union County larly the high activity in mortgage the Walter J. Lee house, home to two home’s original rooflines. Clerk’s Office that will offset the tax refinancing. A state-mandated fee generations of Westfield Leader pub- A loggia set into the third floor burden by $12 million, County Clerk increase, which became effective in lishers, for outstanding effort in his- was created to satisfy the “floor-area Joanne Rajoppi announced. February of 2002, also boosted rev- toric restoration. The home was a ratio” requirement limiting the The revenue is 71 percent higher enues. recipient of the 2003 “Great Ameri- amount of allowable finished space. than the $7 million originally pro- “Union County is an attractive and can Home Award” for “most sympa- The entire project was completed jected in January 2003. The increase affordable place in which to live, thetic addition.” The project was fea- without needing a variance. came primarily from a boom in home- work and raise a family,” said Angel tured in the December issues of Old The Victorian Shingle-style home mortgage refinancing and a hot real Estrada, Chairman of the Union House Journal and Preservation on South Euclid Avenue was built in estate market spurred by the lowest County Board of Chosen Freehold- magazine. 1906 by Walter J. Lee and became prime interest rate in more than 40 ers. “Our convenient location and The award was the culmination of his family home for nearly a century. years, according to Ms. Rajoppi. high quality of life continue to feed an 18-month design and construc- Mr. Lee, a newspaperman from “This is by far one of the highest the high demand for real estate.” tion process commissioned by cur- New York City, moved to Westfield revenues Union County has ever re- The Clerk’s Office recorded the rent owners Barry and Jennifer at the turn of the century and began ceived from any department in its highest number of mortgages in its Jaruzelski. acquiring property in town, building history,” she stated. “Every dollar we 146-year history – 57,107 documents Architects Barbara Vincentsen and homes on Lenox Avenue, Boulevard realize is used to offset the property – a 36 percent increase over the Tony Valent of the Westfield firm and Westfield Avenue, among oth- tax rate for Union County families volume of 2002. The sharpest in- Vincentsen Associates, LLP, de- ers. and goes into the County’s General crease in recorded documents – re- signed the project. General contrac- Mr. Lee’s real estate practice, lo- Fund.” leases, a modification to a mortgage tor was Charlie Pijanowski of Charles cated in Westfield’s “flatiron build- The total proposed county budget – rose 109 percent, a direct correla- Contracting in Mountainside. ing” (now the Town Bank of for 2004, as presented at the January tion to the rise in re-financings. Maintaining the style and scale of Westfield), soon became a sideline 15 meeting of the Board of Chosen The $26 million of total revenue the house was a foremost concern of to his original career. He purchased Freeholders, is $359.3 million. generated by the Clerk’s Office rep- the architects and the homeowners. the then-struggling Westfield Leader The increase in Clerk’s Office rev- resents a 64 percent increase over The house was in nearly original in 1910 and subsequently returned to enue came primarily from a signifi- 2002 and a 123 percent increase over condition when the Jaruzelskis pur- publishing full-time. Control of the cant increase in the volume of recor- 2001. Some $13.6 million was allo- chased it from Mr. Lee’s daughter- paper passed to his son, Walter J. dation of land records as well as cated to the state of New Jersey as in-law in 2001. The front portion of Lee, Jr., in 1927, which continued to passports and photo identification part of the Realty Transfer Tax Fee in the home, which features leaded and publish it until his death in 1990, cards, said Ms. Rajoppi. 2003. The county’s share was $12 stained-glass windows, chestnut when it was sold to another local She noted that the increase is also million. woodwork and inlaid floors, was left family. intact while the infrastructure was The Great American Home Awards AWARD WINNER...The front of the Walter J. Lee house (top) in Westfield is completely modernized. In addition, were established in 1989 to honor largely unchanged from the way it appeared when it was built in 1906. The rear view the home’s distinctive diamond pat- homeowners and design profession- shows the design that won it a 2003 Great American Home Award for “most terned windows were either repli- als for their dedication to the ideals sensitive addition” in a competition honoring commitment to historic preservation. cated or reused throughout the of historic preservation. The four- project. member awards jury included an as- The completely new, rear addition sociate partner with the firm Robert added 50 percent more space to the A.M. Stern Architects and a trustee Nicholas Scutari to Vice Chair home for a family room, new kitchen, of the National Trust for Historic home office and master bedroom. It Preservation. Senate Education Committee TRENTON – Senate President Ri- respective committees,” said Senate Governor Signs Open Space chard Codey announced the appoint- President Codey. “His previous pub- ment of Senator Nicholas Scutari to lic record will give him a level of serve as vice chairman of the Senate expertise on issues that will extend Grants, Green Acres Loans Education and State Government Com- above and beyond what is expected TRENTON – Governor James the grounds surrounding the historic mittees, as well as being a member of of him as a freshman senator.” McGreevey signed legislation that Hanson House located in Hanson the Senate Judiciary Committee for Senator Scutari represents the 22nd includes providing Union County Park at Holly Street and Springfield the 2004-2005 legislative season. Legislative District which includes with open space grants and loans Avenue. The Canoe Club was previ- “I look forward to working for the Dunellen, Middlesex, Green Brook, through the Green Acres Program. ously acquired with Green Acres people of New Jersey in my role as a North Plainfield, Clark, Fanwood, In sum, the Governor signed seven funds. Development of the Canoe member and vice-chairman of these Linden, Plainfield, Rahway, Scotch bills that will provide over $175 mil- Club includes the following improve- committees,” said Senator Scutari (D- Plains and Winfield. lion to open space and park improve- ments: handicapped accessible bath- 22). “In the coming legislative session, ments in all 21 counties. This in- rooms, improvement to the interior we undoubtedly will be taking on some Westfield Leader/Times cludes $1.2 million for projects in as well as the exterior of the build- very important issues affecting the resi- Seeks Summer Interns Union County, $1.2 million in plan- ing, lighting and upgrade the dock dents of the state, especially in ad- ning incentive awards and additional area. The Hanson Park improvements dressing education funding formulas AREA -- The Westfield Leader funds for non-profits for projects af- would include: walking paths, park and attempting to curb high property and The Scotch Plains-Fanwood fecting the region. benches, establishment of a flower taxes, and I will make sure that the Times newspapers are seeking sum- “If we are to preserve our quality garden, passive lighting and tree and people of the 22nd District will have a mer interns from June through Au- of life, we must act now to save open riverbank preservation. voice in those debates.” gust. Those accepted for the pro- space and parks,” said Governor City of Elizabeth, Elmora Raquet “Senator Scutari’s experiences in gram will gain valuable skills in McGreevey. “Our quick action on Club Improvements, $800,000 – The county government and in court, as producing the weekly publications these bills demonstrates our com- City of Elizabeth desires to restore well as his status as a former school through the use of Pagemaker 7.0 mitment to stopping overdevelop- and beautify an existing racquet club board member, will be assets to his and Photoshop 7.0, as well as several ment and sprawl. Nearly $175 mil- on Fernwood Terrace that is currently other computer programs. They will lion is being allocated to projects in in disrepair and in need of rehabilita- also learn how the publications are every county in this State, including tion. Specifically, the city proposes to uploaded to the web. Union County. This major invest- renovate two tennis courts, create a During the 300-hour program, in- ment will ensure that these open playground with soft surfacing mate- terns will spend time on assignments spaces, parks and recreation areas rials, add a handicap accessible en- for news reporting and feature story will be protected from future devel- trance/exit ramp to the exterior of the writing, and become a core compo- opment.” recreational building, refurbish the nent of the newspaper staff. Interns The funds provided will be used to interior of the building to include will be paid minimum wage and support the following projects in locker rooms, bathrooms and recre- hours include days and evenings. Union County: ational rooms for various sports ac- Resumes and writing samples or Cranford Township, Canoe Club tivities. In addition, this proposal in- clips are due by March 1 and can be & Park Improvements, $150,000 – cludes landscaping with native trees mailed to The Westfield Leader/ The Township of Cranford proposes and shrubs to make the racquet club Times, Attention Lauren Pass, P.O. to make improvements to their canoe more aesthetically pleasing. Box 250, Westfield, NJ 07091 or e- club located between Orange and Plainfield City, Multi Park Im- mail [email protected]. Springfield avenues and to enhance provement, $250,000 – The City of Plainfield plans to continue the reha- bilitation of the swimming pools at Rushmore Park on Rushmore Av- enue and Seidler Field Park on Garfield Avenue. At each park, im- provements will be made to the filter house, pump house, the shell of the main pool, accessories and fencing. Swimming pools are vital recreation facilities and heavily used in urban environments especially during hot summer weather when they provide some of the only relief to the heat held in these intensely built environ- ments.

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 5, 2004 Page 3 Green Named Assembly Health Committee Approves Creation Of Augustine Cancer Research Fund Deputy Speaker Pro-Tem TRENTON – The Assembly Health we will be providing for this research PLAINFIELD – Assembly Speaker of suburban sprawl – will be ad- and Human Services Committee re- fund will be a continuance of that tradi- Albio Sires announced the appoint- dressed by the Assembly Housing leased legislation sponsored by Assem- tion of helping others,” said Assembly- ment of Assemblyman Jerry Green and Local Government Committee blymen Eric Munoz and Jon Bramnick man Bramnick. “We hope that this as Assembly Deputy Speaker Pro over the next two years.” creating a colorectal cancer research research fund will help us find the Tem for the 2004-2005 legislative The Assembly Housing and Local fund in the Department of Health and scientific answers we need to better session. He also will serve as chair- Government Committee is respon- Senior Services to be named after the treat and hopefully someday prevent man of the Assembly Housing and sible for addressing the issue of af- late Assemblyman Alan Augustine. colon cancer.” Local Government Committee and fordable housing, boarding homes, “Assemblyman Augustine was a dedi- The bill was originally sponsored by serve on the Assembly Health and condominiums, construction codes, cated public servant who cared deeply State Senator Thomas Kean Jr. when he Human Services Committee. fire safety, housing, landlord and ten- about the people of this state,” said was a member of the General Assembly. Assemblyman Green’s leadership ant issues and mobile homes. Other Assemblyman Munoz. “It is only fit- Senator Kean will be re-introducing an post ranks fifth in the Majority Cau- issue areas include county and mu- ting that we honor his memory by identical version in the State Senate. cus membership structure. nicipal government, local budget and creating in his name a research fund Speaker Sires praised Assembly- finance, local taxes, county and mu- which will be aimed at battling cancer.” Support Group Formed man Green (D-Plainfield) for his lead- nicipal aid, local planning and zon- The legislation, A-1674, seeks ership on local government issues ing. Patrick Connor for The Westfield Leader and The Times $100,000 for the state commission on For Military Families and for his commitment to New Jer- The Health and Human Services ANCHOR STORE...Town and Country, Fine Wines & Spirits Marketplace is cancer research for deposit in the Alan SUMMIT – A support group for sey residents over the past 12 years Committee, in general, reviews leg- an anchor store on the growing business strip of South Avenue in Westfield Augustine Colorectal Cancer Research relatives and friends of military ser- he has served in the Assembly. islation dealing with hospitals, health which stretches several blocks from Tiffany’s drugs in the west near the Scotch Fund. The bill now heads to the Appro- vice members on, or awaiting duty, “Jerry Green brings considerable care professionals, health insurance Plains border to Town and Country in the east near the Garwood border. priations Committee. in a combat zone, is being formed in government and business experience and medical research programs. Assemblyman Augustine served as the greater Summit area. to his new post as Assembly Deputy During the legislative process com- Newcomer’s Club of WF an Assemblyman representing the 22nd An organizational meeting will be Speaker Pro Tem,” said Speaker Sires mittees review bulls, make desired Legislative District for 10 years before held at the American Red Cross, 695 (D-West New York). or needed changes, take testimony passing away in 2001 after a long bout Springfield Avenue, Summit, on Assembly Majority Leader Joseph from parties affected by legislation, Announces February Events with cancer. Tuesday, February 10, at 7 p.m. Roberts, Jr. echoed Speaker Sires’ and seek ways to make improve- “Alan Augustine dedicated his life to Questions can be directed to Pat praise by calling Assemblyman ments before passing it on to another WESTFIELD – The Westfield organization, founded in 1944 for serving others and hopefully the money Obst at (908) 277-4371. Green “a champion for working fami- committee or to the full Assembly Newcomer’s Club has announced women over the age of 21, who are lies in Central Jersey.” for a floor vote. several February activities. new to Westfield or surrounding com- “Jerry Green is a hardworking and Assemblyman Green’s legislative The Children’s Committee has munities, or established residents talented individual who has helped accomplishments include the follow- planned an afternoon at Tumble Jam who have experienced a change in shape and monitor New Jersey’s hous- ing laws: Filing of annual reports by in Scotch Plains on Thursday, Febru- lifestyle, such as the birth or adop- ing policy during the past six legisla- municipal housing authorities on vio- ary 19 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. for music tion of a baby, a marriage, a job tive sessions,” said Assemblyman lent crimes and drug offenses occur- and gym play. Members who enroll change or a move within the town. Roberts (D-Camden). ring in their buildings, eliminating in the program will get the $25 per The Newcomers Club offers day Assemblyman Green, an entrepre- dangerous conditions in abandoned child registration fee waived. RSVP and evening, weekday and weekend neur and business consultant, is a and deteriorating properties, and pro- as soon as possible, space is limited. social activities for women, couples lifetime resident of Union County. hibition of inflated rents by unscru- The Activities Committee has and children. He served two terms as Union County pulous landlords in the wake of a planned an evening of pampering on For more information about the Freeholder and as Chairman of the natural disaster. Tuesday, February 24 at Shalom Nails Newcomer’s Club of Westfield, or Union County Freeholder Board in Assemblyman Green represents in Fanwood from 7 until 9:30 p.m. any of these events, please contact 1990. the 22nd District which includes, Participants will be treated to a mani- Sandra Alfano at (908) 232-7151 or “New Jersey’s affordable housing Clark, Dunellen, Fanwood, Green cure and/or pedicure. Jennifer Beke at (908) 317-8431. crisis continues to present new chal- Brook, Linden, Middlesex, North There is a Women’s Dinner planned lenges,” said Assemblyman Green. Plainfield, Plainfield, Rahway, on Tuesday, February 10 at 7:30 p.m. “This issue – as well as the challenge Scotch Plains and Winfield. at Fuji Japanese Cuisine in Westfield. Post Office To Accept The cost is $15 per person, including tax and gratuity. Please RSVP by Passport Applications Commerce Bank Receives Sunday, February 8 if you can attend. WESTFIELD – The Westfield Post The Newcomers Club is a social Office, located at 153 Central Av- Business Leader Award enue is now accepting passport ap- Locations Announced plications from the hours of 10 a.m. AREA – The Libraries of Union for children’s libraries within the to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday County Consortium (LUCC) recently public libraries in Union County. For Free Tax Help and from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Satur- awarded Commerce Bank the Library Some of the libraries represented in COUNTY — Federal and State days. Both first time applicants and Advocate Business Leader Award. the Consortium are Springfield Pub- renewals are being accepted. Each year, the LUCC honors li- lic Library, Fanwood Memorial Li- Income Tax forms will be prepared free of charge for senior citizens, “Our customers are the reason brary advocates who are volunteers, brary, Cranford Public Library, Clark disabled and low-income individu- we’re in business, and providing them municipal leaders and business lead- Public Library, Summit Public Li- with an extra service like passports is ers in Union County. According to brary, and Union Free Public Li- als at several area locations by ap- pointment, from Monday, Febru- an opportunity for the postal service the LUCC, Commerce Bank had been brary. ary 9, through Thursday, April 15. to serve the needs of our commu- generous in many different ways “Commerce Bank firmly believes nity,” said Westfield Postmaster Ken- donating furniture for reading rooms, in giving back to the communities The locations and telephone num- bers are as follows: Scotch Plains neth Brown. sponsoring events and performances, we serve, and we are a longtime Public Library, 1927 Bartle Av- Passport applications are available donating “C” banks for penny drives, proponent of education,” said Kevin online at http://travel.state.gov/ and volunteering at library events. Gillen, Senior Vice President, Com- enue, (908) 322-5007; the St. Helen’s Parish Center, 1600 download_applications.html. Appli- The Business Leader Award was merce Bank. “We are so pleased to Rahway Avenue, Westfield, (908) cants must bring an original copy of given to the managers of the Com- support the LUCC, and we are grate- proof of United States citizenship merce Bank stores throughout Union ful for this award.” 232-1867, and the Westfield Com- munity Center, 558 West Broad with them and present proof of iden- County to recognize their support of Street, Westfield, (908) 232-4759. tity. Two passport photos must also the local libraries. Classifieds be provided. LUCC is a group of library direc- A New Jersey tax form must be filed for a Homestead or Tenant tors who meet regularly to discuss Buy & Sell on the Net cooperative efforts, generate new li- goleader.com Rebate, even if one has no taxable brary programs, and provide funding income.

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The HUNG UP!! ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ Scotch Plains – Fanwood The Westfield Leader TIMES Man May One Day Wish to Learn — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— Why He Picks Controlling Women DD The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood DDTM and the Township of Scotch Plains Diction Deception Member of: Member of: By Milt Faith, Executive Director New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association Youth and Family Counseling Service National Newspaper Association Below are four arcane words, each Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association with four definitions – only one is cor- Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association A Faithful Reader Writes: I’ve tate, she says I’m wishy-washy. rect. The others are made up. Are you Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey sharp enough to discern this deception of P.O. Box 250 • 251 North Avenue, West read your column for years, and I I found this frustrating, and then I P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue read a wonderful book called “Be An diction? Westfield, N.J. 07091 noticed that a great many of them If you can guess one correctly – good Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 focus on marital problems. I’ve been Outrageous Older Woman” by Ruth Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 guess. If you get two – well-read indi- married two times, and I feel that the Harriet Jacobs. The chapter called vidual. If you get three – word expert. If POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at bottom line in any marital stress is a “Why Older Mothers Have a Tough you get all four – You must have a lot of P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 communication problem. So rather Time” has a great piece on the frus- free time! PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. than argue because each of us found trations of being a mother. Could you All words and correct definitions fault in the other and my wives wanted please print it? come from the board game Diction Michelle Le Poidevin Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte to control me, I left the marriages. I Answer: A co-worker gave me a Deception. A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER MARKETING DIRECTOR never realized how happy I was until copy of this “challenge” for mothers, Answers to last week’s arcane words. Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo I lived alone. May I share my motto and here it is. See if you can identify 1. Valise – A small suitcase COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS MARKETING & PRODUCTION with you: with some of this: 2. Lampadedromy – A torch in honor Lauren S. Pass Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly When I was single, I was incom- “If we are concerned, we are over- of Prometheus 3. Mammonism – Devotion to the ASSIGNMENT EDITOR OFFICE MANAGER MANAGER, BUSINESS SYSTEMS plete; when I got married, I was protective; if we are unconcerned, we are neglectful. If we nurture gen- greedy pursuit of riches Ben Corbin finished! 4. Philter – A love potion SUBSCRIPTION PRICE SERVICES Answer: I guess that tells it all. erously, we are smothering; if we One-year – $28 • Two-year – $52 • Three-year – $76 • One-year college (September to May) – $20 Obviously, being single works for nurture less, we are withholding. If PHOCINE you. Someday, you may want to fig- we are successful, we are intimidat- 1. Marshy; covered with water ure out (in therapy?) why you mar- ing; if we are unsuccessful, we are 2. Relating to seals ried controlling women! poor role models. If we are available, 3. Of or like a sea slug or shell-less We Can and Must Control Our A Young Wife Writes: I have been we encourage dependency; if we are snail busy ourselves, we are detached. If 4. Shiny; glossy; beaming with light married one year, and very happily SPOOR so. My husband and I do most things we offer advice, we are controlling; 1. The tracks of a wild animal Driving Habits Thoughout the State together, except going to the movies. if we refrain, we are disinterested. If 2. To skin or scale, as with fish He loves scary horror movies, and I we phone, write or visit often, we are 3. An organ stop producing a thin, When you ask people out-of-state what New Jersey the other party. But eventually, those near misses turn love romantic or comedy ones. We pests; if we don’t, we are thought reedy sound is known for, one of the immediate responses is, “bad into accidents and people become victims. agreed that once a month he would uncaring. If we give or loan money, 4. The trimmings of skins and hides, drivers.” Though many from New Jersey might argue Sometimes, the truth hurts. As residents of New go out with his male friends (all we engender resentment; if we don’t used for making glue married) to see a horror movie, and I give or loan money, we are cheap. If SPRAINTS this label is unfair, it is clear that people’s driving Jersey, many things might seem beyond our control – 1. The waste or dung of an otter habits have become somewhat questionable – to put the budget deficit, property taxes, the Nets moving to would go out with my friends to see we help with their tasks, we are what we enjoy. drudges; if we don’t, we are consid- 2. Splints used for broken bones it quite mildly. And that goes for our local area of Brooklyn. Areas such as those are for the “higher- 3. Spittle My parents advise me that this is ered lazy. If we love husbands or 4. Small number; insufficiency Westfield, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Mountainside ups” to take care of – at least we hope so. But careless taking a risk and that he and his others best, we put them first; if we PICAROON and the surrounding communities. and reckless driving is something that we personally friends may end up picking up girls. love descendants first, we have no 1. A guardian spirit As people who work and go to school, we feel the can control and must control. I say “nonsense.” There is no basis life of our own. If we put ourselves 2. A fool or imbecile need to arrive at our destinations within a certain No matter how good we may feel about our driving for her to create distrust. What should last, we have no self-love; if we put 3. A rogue, pirate, or thief I do? ourselves first, we are narcissistic. If 4. A medieval catapult for hurling timeframe. That is certainly not an unreasonable skills, chances are there is room for significant im- Answer: Enjoy the way you and we hide our needs, we are martyrs; if stones request. But, to quote Tom Cruise in the classic provement. We owe it to ourselves to be more careful your husband worked this out and we reveal our needs, we are demand- movie “Top Gun,” many local residents “feel the drivers – on local roads, on highways, everywhere. It tell your mom to mind her own busi- ing. If we provide for our old age, we need – the need for speed.” And when you combine is time we take a look at our own habits and examine ness. are selfish; if we don’t provide, we Intelligence Should Be that with talking on a cellular phone while eating a the problems and solutions. We need to turn off our A Frustrated Mother Writes: I are burdens. If we pitch in, we ques- can’t win with my daughter. Some- tion their competency; if we don’t Looked at Intelligently Big Mac and changing the radio station fifty times phones, settle on a radio station for at least a few times she accuses me of being too pitch in, they question our compe- If the country is going to go to war on per minute, it becomes a huge problem. minutes, and save the Big Mac until we get home. We the basis of “intelligence,” wouldn’t it harsh and severe in making deci- tency. If all or some of this is true, we be intelligent for our elected officials to How many times have we been driving the streets of need to focus on getting from Point A to Point B as sions; other times she wants me to might as well do what we wish and scrutinize the evidence? After all, we Fanwood, or walking through Westfield, and had a safely as possible, which means having our eyes tell her what do to, and when I hesi- do it OUTRAGEOUSLY.” consider the source daily even where close call with a driver obviously focused on some- glued to the road in front of us and the people around trivial aspects of life are concerned. The Vatican puts in place an adversarial thing else besides his or her driving? How often do we us. We need to observe and yield to pedestrians, “devil’s advocate” to test the credentials see people driving in bad weather acting like there is instead of hoping to beat that dreaded traffic light. Letters to the Editor of candidates for sainthood, even candi- no snow or ice on the roads to worry about? Can we Westfield, Mountainside, Fanwood, and Scotch See More Letters on Page 5 dates of heroic virtue. The weapons-of-mass-destruction count the number of people who attempt to make right Plains are all booming towns. They are chock full of brouhaha is, but should not be, about a and left-hand turns while chatting on the phone? businesses, schools and people. The safety of those Resident Pleads for Board of failure of intelligence. Everyone knows If we think long and hard enough, we all can surely people, including our children, should be our number professionals, even very good ones, make mistakes. The debate should rather be come up with a few scenarios like the ones mentioned one priority. By cutting down on distractions while Education Support of Ice Hockey about the failure of the powers-that-be to treat their sources of information criti- above. More often than not, those examples end in driving, and being more conscious of our surround- This is an open letter to the people of even though the Board of Education near misses, with only a few curse words and evil ings on the roads, we will prevent many accidents and Westfield about the balance between made a commitment to review the team’s cally. It should be about sloppy work, to be that blunt. glances exchanged that are never heard nor seen by save many lives in the process. education and extracurricular sports ac- funding after four years from its initial tivities. season. In this, the team’s tenth anniver- The whole meshpucha in Washington has been caught with its pants down: not It seems like we all are hearing a lot sary year, the families of these young about balance in life these days. athletes are once again approaching the only President Bush and his national security advisor, so-called, but also a WF Resident Agrees The fragile co-existence between work board to request funding for this pro- Letters to the Editor and play that makes life more meaning- gram wondering what makes this sport vast majority of our representatives in Congress, Democrats and Republicans With Recent Letter ful and helps shape our “whole” self. As unique and alone to pay its own way. parents we take careful steps to nurture Thankfully, they enjoy the support of the alike. Ferdinand Gajewski, PhD On Speed Humps our children along a path that isn’t purely community at large and have depended Westfield Robert Ratner Responds to Albert I’m not surprised that G. Kealy of academic so that they can build their on their generosity to bridge the finan- Benson Place is disturbed by the new, body, mind and spirit equally as part of cial gap created by being left outside of Morasso’s Recent Letter to the Editor oversized speed bumps on Benson and a total life education. While no one the Board of Education’s sports budget. Community News South Chestnut Streets. I discovered my would dispute the importance of aca- The only question left unanswered is, Perhaps the most revealing feature the rogues who caused it. first one at dusk one recent evening demics as part of this balance, neither why? American Legion Seeks of Albert Morasso, Jr.’s response to my Well, here’s a news flash: Some- while driving down Benson at 25 mph. should they downplay the role of sports Recently, I took notice of Senator various letters to The Leader was not times – and this is one of those times – There were no warning markers on the in the development of social skills criti- John Kerry taking a break before one Good Men And Women what he said, but what he didn’t say. In the truth really, really hurts. The sad street whatsoever, and my car flew into cal to creating tomorrow’s leaders. of the most important political prima- declaring that my letters press “the reality is that, at a time when our the air and plopped down on the other Learning teamwork, how to win and ries in our country to play a game of WESTFIELD — Post Commander envelope of good taste,” he pointedly democracy has been attacked from side of the bump. A week or so later, lose and react to both, are qualities hockey with some old friends. Even James Brennan has announced that ignored the fact that much of what I without by the twisted practitioners of painted arrows and, on Chestnut, hid- better learned on the fields and in the though he is running for President of American Legion Post 3 of Westfield write is in reaction to some of the more a malignant variant of Islam, a cabal eous orange signs were added. It’s now gyms and ice rinks then in any class- the United States it was important for is looking for men and women to join unpleasant characteristics of the Presi- composed of a motley assortment of impossible to drive down either of these room. In effect, sports participation is him to return to his roots by playing their ranks and become members. dent and his henchmen and those jour- right-wing fanatics has also weakened streets at a speed of 25 mph.! One must education of the most important and the game he obviously loved all his The Post is located on the corner of nalists who aid and abet them. Just as it from within. While the Administra- slow down to about 10 in order to nego- urgent leadership skills needed in our life. I couldn’t help but wonder what it North Avenue and Cross Place in the “Ashcan School” artists who de- tion camouflages its extreme agenda tiate the humps safely. society today. was about this sport that inspired him Westfield. picted the abysmal living conditions of in the rhetoric of patriotism and piety, This is a mere inconvenience to me. It is most unfortunate that everything and comforted him at this critical and “It’s a new year and what better the poor in early 20th century New the hallowed liberties for which so But what about the poor residents of in life seems to come with a price tag stressful moment before such a big York were castigated in their time for many have sacrificed, the well-being Benson and Chestnut who have to suffer affixed to it. Education is not cheap. The event. Was it the cold of the ice and the way to start it than by renewing your unflinchingly portraying the dark un- of our weakest, poorest, youngest and the negative effects of this traffic calm- residents of Westfield are well familiar feel of the stick or was it what he patriotism and supporting the men derside of our society, Mr. Morasso eldest and the very air that we breathe ing strategy, namely, added noise, dan- with escalating cost of education in our learned about leadership, sportsman- and women who have, and are de- appears more interested in denigrating have been sacrificed at the Republican gers, and general degradation of a rela- community. Our Board of Education’s ship, and the close friendships that fending our country. We are proud of the bearer of bad news than in replacing altar to benefit the wealthy, powerful tively quiet street in Westfield? Accord- budget has expanded to accommodate brought him back? I hope whoever our service, and we love our coun- and privileged. ing to Kealy, they weren’t afforded the mandated programs narrowing the paid for him to play Ice Hockey under- try,” said Mr. Brennan. Yes, this is the very same group of opportunity to voice their opinions on amounts available for use for sports pro- stands the contribution they made to- To be eligible for membership in Resident Reports No Republican oligarchs whose pet mem- this change to their neighborhood. No grams that stress the very qualities we ward shaping his life. Now Westfield, the American Legion, you must have bers of Congress promote the fraud of one expects a direct democracy – but in need to instill in our children now, more it is the Board of Education’s turn, served in the armed forces during Negative Incidents tort “reform,” weaken environmental a town of our size, shouldn’t residents of than ever before. Even under this pres- through our tax dollars, to pay to shape protections and magically repackage Benson and Chestnut have the chance to sure our Board of Education has found a some others. anyone of the following periods: With Speed Humps taxes on huge estates as “death” taxes. express their views about such an alter- way to fund every High School level Support the future your community, December 7, 1941 to December 31, Since I reside in close proximity to Even records of the library books we ation in their quality of life? Varsity sport, except for one, Ice Hockey. ask the Board of Education to help fund 1946; or the U.S. Merchant Marines one of the well marked speed humps on read are not safe from the so-called What we really need, in my view, is For ten years the Westfield High School the High School Ice Hockey team. from December 7, 1941 to August Benson Place, I feel I should respond to Patriot Act’s prying and Constitution- greater police enforcement of speed Ice Hockey team has remained alone to Sal Esposito 15, 1945; June 25, 1950 to January the letter which appeared in the January defiling reach. That is the chilling limits. A focused policing effort on support their own activities financially, Westfield 31, 1955; February 28, 1961 to May 29 issue of The Westfield Leader. I must reality that Mr. Morasso would prefer these streets for a period of time would 7, 1975; August 24, 1982 to July 31, report I have neither seen nor heard any I ignore. Well…sorry, I can’t and won’t likely produce a “calming” effect, as 1984; December 20, 1989 to January negative incidents such as described in be silent. It’s the responsibility of ev- it has done for traffic in front of the Westfielder Feels Benson Place 31, 1990; and from August 2, 1990 to that letter. In fact, my experience has ery patriotic American to speak out Temple on Broad Street. And how can a time to be determined by the U.S. been that (thankfully) the clearly marked clearly, often and loudly to take our the residents of S. Chestnut tolerate Speed Humps Slow Cars, Help Safety speed humps are effectively slowing most country back from those who’ve hi- those huge orange signs on their government. All that is needed to of the traffic, which formerly sped along jacked it and to ensure that George W. lawns? No offense intended, but they In a letter recently published in The hood that was all too common before the join is a copy of your DD 214 that Benson Place. Bush is not even elected once. are truly ugly. Leader, a Benson Place resident com- speed humps, but might well subject the was issued at the time of separation. J. Bruckner Robert Ratner Kathy Hull plains that the “speed humps” on Benson town to substantial liability. Through Sons, grandsons and descendants Westfield Westfield Westfield Place cause undue noise when they are the consultations with its traffic consult- of veterans are also invited to join the struck by snow plows or trucks. I, too, ant, Westfield is plainly on notice of the Sons of the American Legion (SAL). own a home that abuts Benson Place dangerous traffic conditions that existed “We are trying to restart the Post’s near two of the recently installed speed on Benson Place before the speed humps humps. The speed humps have greatly were installed. If the speed humps were Ladies Auxiliary, which is made up reduced the speed and volume of traffic removed, and a child were struck and of wives, daughters and granddaugh- on Benson Place, and have undoubtedly killed by a speeding driver, Westfield ters of post members. They support contributed to the safety of neighbor- could well be held liable. the post in its mission to serve the hood pedestrians. Moreover, by slowing The recently published letter is sim- veterans of our community and the traffic down, the speed humps have con- ply wrong when it states that, “Benson state. Prospective members are in- siderably reduced the traffic noise on Place homeowners were not consulted.” vited to stop by the Post and look us Benson Place. Every resident had a full opportunity to over; we welcome you and hope to Few doubt that speeding on Benson make their thoughts on traffic calming see you soon,” said Mr. Brennan. Place made the speed humps necessary. measures known well before now. The Indeed, before the speed humps were speed humps were installed only after installed, traffic enforcement on Benson several meetings with town officials and Place was increased, but failed to dent the town’s traffic consultant. These meet- Register to Vote For the rampant speeding through our neigh- ings were advertised through direct mail- borhood. ings and flyers sent to residents living on School Elections And Obviously, the most important func- or near Benson Place. The residents of Budget by March 22 tion that the speed humps perform is to our neighborhood were invited to pro- protect the safety of pedestrians on vide input on the types of traffic calming The Westfield Board of Education Benson Place. In Westfield, we have measures that would be employed by the would like to remind residents who are already suffered too many pedestrian town. Speed humps were one measure not currently registered to vote, that they deaths on North Avenue. On Benson chosen through the consensus of a great should do so by March 22 to be eligible Place, pedestrian safety is especially many neighborhood residents. The speed to vote in the next school election sched- important: Benson Place is crossed by humps slow drivers down, they keep our uled for Tuesday, April 20, from 2 to 9 many children on their way to Washing- children safe, and they should stay as the p.m. Registrations are to be submitted to ton School. The lives of our children are remedy chosen by the neighborhood. the Municipal Clerk in Westfield at 550 surely more important than the mere Brett Wiggins E. Broad Street or at the County Board of inconvenience caused by the noise occa- Westfield Elections at 271 North Broad St., Eliza- sioned when a snowplow or truck hap- beth. Voter registration forms are avail- pens to hit the speed humps too fast. To Reach Us able in those offices and also at the Furthermore, as drivers become accus- Board of Education at 302 Elm Street E-Mail - [email protected] and in all the Westfield Public Schools. tomed to the speed humps, one can ex- Phone - (908) 232-4407 pect that the noise will decline as drivers Fax - (908) 232-0473 learn to slow down in our neighborhood. Editor’s Note: This voting registra- Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 tion reminder applies to all districts in Removal of the speed humps would See archives and info at: not only subject us all to a return of the the area. Contact the municipal clerk in rampant speeding through our neighbor- www.goleader.com your town for voter registration infor- mation. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 5, 2004 Page 5 WF Resident Raises Concerns Letters to the Editor With Recent Ferguson Interview The Leader’s January 22 front-page every right to question why we are in Westfield Reader Questions Aspects of article on Congressman Mike Ferguson’s Iraq, especially since Bush’s former Trea- trip to Iraq quotes the congressman as sury secretary charged that the president saying “There is overwhelming evidence was looking for an excuse to make war Redevelopment School Impact Study which supports the need to be in Iraq. on Iraq even before 9/11. But Ferguson I read with great interest your article exception of one school system cited, We have firsthand accounts from the dismisses “constant questioning and criti- last week regarding the HKT “Report the others are not up to the standards of Iraqi people…all they want is their free- cism of our commander in chief” as Spotlights Impact of Redevelopment the Westfield Public School system. In- dom.” So 500+ American soldiers (and being troublesome. What’s troublesome Project on Schools.” Although I appre- dividuals seeking good schools for their counting) needed to die in Iraq so the is Ferguson’s apparent lack of concern ciated HKT responding to the questions children are drawn to Westfield and Iraqi people could be “free”? I’m sure that our president used false information and concerns by residents regarding the would be pleased to live in a rental the families of those soldiers will be to exaggerate the threat posed by “Mr. PILOT tax situation and negative impli- apartment while looking for a home in comforted to learn that their loved ones Saddam Hussein” to rush into a war that cations on the school system, I question town. The independence of Reading died to free the Iraqi people. I thought the president apparently wanted all along. their method and timing. The decision Assoc. is also questionable as they are the U.S. military was in business to keep Besides the cost in human lives, the for the developer to make payments for contracted to HKT for results of their Americans free. Iraq war will cost untold billions of students tuition outside the regulations study. It is also interesting that of all the Congressman Ferguson says Iraq is American dollars, which Ferguson says of the PILOT plan is a positive step in reports needed to determine the basic experiencing “a new birth due to the is an “investment” in Iraq. A few months public relations with resident parents viability of this significant redevelop- sacrifice and courage of Americans.” Yet ago, the congressman held a town meet- and the Westfield Board of Education. ment project are still not back yet. HKT RIDING THE RAILS...Five cub scouts of Pack 45, Den 10 from Middlesex. took the U.S.-backed Iraqi Governing Council ing in which he proudly endorsed Presi- The question is how will this money be is using this report as a public relations the train from Dunellen to Westfield to visit the office of The Westfield Leader voted to remove the relatively liberal dent Bush’s tax cuts. Seems to me paid? Will there be an escrow account set ploy to sell us the idea of the rental newspaper on Thursday, January 29, to learn how a newspaper is made and to legal protections that Iraqi women had Ferguson should instead be asking his up for tuition with a minimum amount of residential component by alleviating our earn their Communicator badge. previously enjoyed, and instead subject constituents to pony up some extra tax money set aside for students residing in concerns regarding overburden of the them to the much harsher treatment of dollars to pay for our “investment.” But, rental apartments? Or will it be paid on a school system, by population and finan- strict Islamic religious law. Is this the oh my, raising taxes doesn’t get one case by case basis? What happens if there cial strains. Are you ready to buy it? I’m Former Historian Pinpoints kind of “freedom” Ferguson believes reelected, does it? So he’ll be happy to is a shortfall in expected revenues regard- not. If HKT can change their mind and Americans should be willing to sacrifice let future generations of Americans deal ing the rental of residential and retail circumvent the guidelines of the PILOT their lives for? Maybe next the Iraqis will with the war’s cost. space, will the money still be there? plan and pay student tuition, then why use their newfound freedom, paid for The article concluded with Ferguson The HKT report concludes that from a did we need to create an ordinance change Westfield’s First Burial with American blood, to create a funda- declaring “I’m glad to be home with my total of 98 rental apartments only 6 in the first place? What other changes By HOMER HALL William Miller, as part of what became mentalist, anti-American, Islamic state. wife and three young children.” Good school students will be generated. might HKT determine are necessary Specially Written for The Leader/Times known as “Hubbell’s Folly”. It also President Bush told us in no uncertain thing Ferguson is a congressman and not Frankly, I find that hard to believe and later? It will be interesting to see the Do Westfield folks know that Benson moved Mountain Avenue at Broad Street terms that Saddam Hussein possessed a military reservist or National Guards- know that there would be a higher num- results of the environmental study from Place was the main street in town for — so it doesn’t go straight across, and weapons of mass destruction, and that man. Otherwise, he might find his tour of ber. The report also states it drew it’s both sites, the traffic impact study and the first four or five years in 1727? The added that amazing arbitrary hook on these weapons constituted a threat to the duty in Iraq involuntarily extended by the conclusions from surveying other school the financial analysis when they become first settlers, William Miller and his Mountain at the 100-acre line. very security of the U.S. and the world. government way beyond what he origi- districts with similar rental apartments/ available. Only when all of the informa- wife Hannah Marsh, appar- Mr. Miller didn’t die until The president said we needed to go to nally bargained for. His life and career condominiums that are proposed for tion is back can the residents of the Town ently chose that as high land 1782, and by then the changes war to disarm Saddam Hussein. But no would be on hold, and his family would Westfield. In comparing the level of of Westfield be able to make an intelli- on their way from Elizabeth he had made were well set. WMD have been found. The chief U.S. likely suffer both financially and emo- school districts cited in the HKT report gent decision as to whether the Redevel- to avoid a big swamp, which Interesting tales, but we do weapons inspector has resigned and says tionally because of it. I wonder if the a review was made using The Star opment Project is good for our town. is still there on South Chest- not know now where the name that US intelligence was wrong, and that soldiers in this situation are the same ones Ledger’s last School Report Card (spe- Sharon Stockwell nut. Benson came from, or when there are no WMD in Iraq. So the the congressman quotes as having told cial section February 6, 2003). With the Westfield Their route was known as or why. If you have any hints president’s main justification for going him: “Congressman, this is worth it!” the Old Road to Elizabeth or ideas, please let us know - to war is false. No ties between al-Qaeda Bob Pinheiro until about 1900. It goes by through The Westfield Leader, and Saddam were ever established, and Westfield Program Analyst Ben Ricciardi way of Crane’s Mills, now [email protected]. a report published by the Army War Cranford, as a way station Historian, Homer Hall, College calls the Iraq war a strategic Digital Photographers For Municipal Alliance Explains where he had a brother John. can be reached by e-mail at mistake and “a war-of-choice distrac- Have fun and share your work tion from the war of necessity against” My name is Ben Ricciardi. I’m the receive taxes. There are time constraints Other settlers followed [email protected]. Mr. with the community. E-mails pho- promptly. Hall is the former Westfield al-Qaeda. With Osama still on the loose tos to [email protected]. Please Union County Program Analyst for the regarding submitting of agreements to Homer Hall and al-Qaeda still a dangerous threat to Municipal Alliance Program. Basically, the program. Because Scotch Plains and This is where the first log Town Historian and now re- church was built near Broad sides in Exeter, NH. our security, reasonable people have include caption information. I maintain this state grant, afford techni- Fanwood is a consortium, Scotch Plains cal assistance to the 20 municipalities in cannot submit for the 2004 grant until Street in 1728. The Millers and Marshes had been “outfarming” from Elizabeth the Alliance Program within Union the documentation is signed by Fanwood. County – Scotch Plains/Fanwood being Scotch Plains provides approximately for years along the old Indian trail that became Mountain Avenue. There, they only one of the 20. 85 percent of the volunteerism. In the I was forwarded a copy of your 1/29/ long run, it is the children who benefit. chose a plot nearby for their new home. The Millers apparently lived from 1727 04 article entitled “Fanwood Council Also, society has drug and substance Discusses State Aid & the Municipal free children who will eventually be- to 1734 in a log cabin at the present site of the Miller-Cory House, which re- Alliance Grant.” It was mentioned that come adults. Fanwood is required to submit a cash Each and every program including placed it some time between 1735 and 1740. match for their participation in the Alli- Project Graduation is tied in with anti ance Program – which is true. It is a ATOD messages (Alcohol Tobacco and The log church would also be the site of the earliest burial we know of in the requirement of any municipality deriv- other Drugs). It is simply not a gradua- ing benefits of Substance Abuse preven- tion party, but an alternative substance old Westfield cemetery — where Wil- liam Miller’s fourth child, Noah, is tion via the Governor Council on Alco- free graduation celebration where the holism and Against Drug Abuse message of staying substance free is buried beside him. Noah was born and died in 1730. That site did not belong to (GCADA), which is structured by way delivered. I would also like to add that of NJ statue since March 1989. ever since I have been in this position, the church until 1734. So the first child burial would have been beside the old
              The grant is not funded by tax dollars. both these municipalities coordinated It is funded through the collections from via Scotch Plains, has participated suc- church and transferred later to its present location.     R G     “DEDR Drug Enforcement Demand cessfully in the Alliance program. Reduction fines” – i.e. when a drug I would be more than happy to send The brash young pastor Nathaniel       G Hubbell, called to the church in 1728, dealer is arrested and funds or property you an entire GCADA Guideline pack- ceased, or fines are levied by the courts. age on how this program, which is doing got tangled in local politics so badly G 

that he tried to claim 100 acres in the The Municipal Alliance program is so much good, is run. operated by volunteers. In Fanwood/ center of town as his personal property. Ben Ricciardi This was resolved by the 1734 gift of 40 Scotch Plains, Scotch Plains provides Alliance Program the “coordinator” who oversees the sub- acres to the church by John Robison and

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contract between the municipality and the county and is responsible for quar-         terly reports and other documentations. The grant that is shared by Fanwood/      Scotch Plains for 2004 is a total of $33,397, the cash match requirement for 
         this funding is 25 percent or $8,349. Of this $8,349, Fanwood is only respon- 
      sible for approximately $2,000. For that,      !    they receive the benefits of an annual program of prevention that encompasses   approximately 11 separate activities, of which “Project Graduation” is only one! 
 "    How Fanwood or any municipality chooses to raise their cash match is  #       entirely up to them. They could get corporate donations, sell chocolate or  $          % Westfielder Notes
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that makes me grateful and proud to be a member of the St. Helen’s commu- nity. Last Saturday was the tail end of the “Hospitality for the Homeless” project that is sponsored and supported by area houses of worship. On this frigid day, a young boy, who had been a guest of this program was generously invited by the coaches and children to participate in several of the days games. It was a wonderful sight to see this young man enjoy a day of playing ball and making new friends. I doubt that Switching Banks. Perfected. years from now anyone will remember what team won or lost that day, but I am sure that this boy will remember the fun that he had and the kindness shown to him at St. Helens. Kudos to you all. Pat Antonelli Westfield

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www.valleynationalbank.com 1-800-522-4100 Don’t forget to ask about Valley’s Kids First Savings Club.SM © 2004 Valley National Bank. Member FDIC. Page 6 Thursday, February 5, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Valentine’s Day Festivities On Tap at Miller-Cory WESTFIELD — St. Valentine’s Day Volunteers dressed in authentic will be celebrated on Sunday, Febru- period clothing lead tours through ary 8, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Miller- the 1740 house. Visitors are also Cory House Museum, located at 614 welcome to patronize the museum’s Mountain Avenue in Westfield. gift shop, which features Colonial Evelyn Kennelly of Westfield will reproductions, cookbooks, crafts and demonstrate how early Americans education materials. made valentines using techniques of Admission to the museum is $2 for the period. A variety of valentines will adults, 50 cents for students and free be on display, and children will be able for children under age six. On Sun- to make a valentine to take home. day, February 22, the museum will The custom of exchanging valen- present “Patriotic Sunday.” tines was brought to America by the For information about weekly tours English settlers but was not widely for school groups or about the museum’s celebrated during the 1700s. Lace pa- outreach program, which visits local per and hearts produced in England and schools, please call (908) 232-1776. Germany were often assembled by hand The museum is open Monday through and sold in America in the 1800s. Friday mornings until noon. MR. AND MRS. DENNIS MCKEEVER Y Spring Programs Aimed (She is the former Ms. Kathryn Donohue) Ms. Kathryn Donohue MR. AND MRS. TIMOTHY SMITH At Strengthening Families (She is the former Ms. Alicia D’Angelo) WESTFIELD — The Westfield Parenting classes will also be held Y’s Family Life Department, under at the Y, focusing on coping mecha- Marries Dennis McKeever the direction of Dave Mueller, will nisms and tactics for effective Ms. Kathryn Donohue, the daugh- Magazine in sales. Ms. Alicia D’Angelo present a series of spring trips, work- parenting. Each class will be offered ter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Donohue The bridegroom graduated from shops and other activities aimed at on a Wednesday night, beginning of Caldwell, was married on Satur- Oratory Prep in Summit and received reinforcing positive family values. March 3, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Indi- day, October 11, to Dennis McKeever. a Bachelor of Science degree from Weds Timothy Smith A Grandparent/Grandchild Retreat viduals may sign up for one class or He is the son of Edward McKeever of Lafayette College. He is also a gradu- is scheduled for Friday through Mon- the entire series. Basking Ridge and Ms. Theresa ate of Seton Hall Law School. Mr. Ms. Alicia D’Angelo, the daugh- Ryan Black of Edison, the day, April 2 to 5. Designed as a Topics scheduled for March and McKeever of Westfield. McKeever is an attorney with ter of Dr. and Mrs. Salvatore bridegroom’s cousin; Stephen bonding experience, the event will April include “Discipline Without The afternoon nuptials took place Lindabury, McCormick and D’Angelo of Mahwah, formerly of D’Angelo of Glen Rock and Jason include nature walks, arts and crafts, the Fuss”; “How Can I Reach My at St. Teresa’s Roman Catholic Estabrook in Springfield. Ridgewood, was married on Satur- D’Angelo of Ridgewood, the broth- hiking, family history recording and Teenager Daughter?”; “How to Talk Church in Summit, with the Rever- The rehearsal dinner was hosted day, September 27, to Timothy Smith. ers of the bride; Mark Zamuner of storytelling at a scenic location to So Teens Will Listen”; “How Can I end Paul Manning officiating. A re- by the mother of the bridegroom at He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Westfield, Thomas Mann of which participants will travel by bus. Reach My Teenage Son?”; “How do ception followed at the Hamilton the Soufflé Restaurant in Summit. Smith of Westfield. Hoboken, Edward Uftring and Maury An overnight Spring Family Camp- I Raise a Healthy Kid in Today’s Park Hotel. A brunch was held the day after The double ring ceremony took Riad, both of New York City, all ing Trip is slated for Friday and Unhealthy Culture?,” and “Dimin- Given in marriage by her father, the wedding at the Hamilton Park place at the Our Lady of Mount friends of the bridegroom. Saturday, May 14 and 15. Partici- ishing Sibling Rivalry.” the bride had her sister, Mrs. Dorian Hotel. Carmel Roman Catholic Church in A graduate of Ridgewood High pants will learn about nature, see Other classes at the Y will include Meyers of Caldwell, as her matron of Following a wedding trip to Maui Ridgewood, with the Reverend Ri- School, the bride received her wildlife, practice setting up camp, STEP (Systematic Training for Ef- honor. The bridal attendants included and Kauai in Hawaii, the couple chard J. Berbary officiating. A re- bachelor’s degree in history and gov- sleep in a tent and enjoy fellowship. fective Parenting), beginning March Ms. Colleen Boa, Ms. Nicole Impe- resides in Summit. ception followed at the Hackensack ernment from Lehigh University and Ten-week Parent/Child classes, 10 and dealing with the challenges of rial and Ms. Stefanie Luckow, along Golf Club in Emerson. her law degree from Fordham Univer- designed for school-age children and childrearing, and “Mindfulness with Ms. Eileen McKeever and Ms. Support Group Slated Given in marriage by her father, sity School of Law. She is employed their parents to participate in to- Based Stress Reduction,” starting Kathleen McKeever, the sisters of the bride had her best friend, Miss as an attorney editor with Axis Nexis gether, will be offered at the Y start- March 2, modeled after the Univer- the bridegroom. For Loved Ones Andrea Chicas of Bronxville, N.Y. Matthew Bender in Newark. ing at the end of February during sity of Massachusetts Medical Ian MacNeill of Boston, a friend as her maid of honor. Mr. Smith, a Westfield High School after school and early evening hours. Center’s Stress Reduction Clinic. of the bridegroom, was the best man. Of Service Members The bridesmaids included Ms. Jill graduate, earned a degree in finance These classes will include Family The Blue Heron Class, for boys Serving as ushers were James Adams, SUMMIT — A support group for Smith of Burlington, Vt. and Ms. from the University of Dayton. He is Reading Circle; Mother/Daughter classified as having Attention Deficit Gerard McCarthy, Michael Redmond relatives and friends of military ser- Brooke Smith of Westfield, the sisters an assistant vice president at HSBC Reading Club; Theater Fun; Draw- Disorder or Attention Deficit Hyper- and John Strong. vice members on or awaiting duty in of the bridegroom; Ms. Stephanie Bank in New York City and is pursu- ing Together; Family Arts and Crafts, activity Disorder, will begin meeting A graduate of Caldwell High a combat zone is being formed in the Merz of Ridgewood and Ms. Jennifer ing his Master of Business Adminis- and Parent/Child Climbing Class. the first week in March at the Y. School, the bride earned a Bachelor greater Summit area. Wylie of Hawthorne, cousins of the tration degree at Fordham University. Classes for boys in grades 6, 7 and of Science degree from Douglass An organizational meeting will be bride; Ms. Sarah Nevin of Pittsburgh, The bridegroom’s parents hosted B’nai B’rith to Meet 8 will be held on Mondays, while College. She is employed at Dwell held on Tuesday, February 10, at 7 Pa., Ms. Lesley Schopp of Chicago a rehearsal dinner at Bacari Grill in For Brunch Feb. 15 classes for those in grades 1 to 5 will p.m. It will take place at the Ameri- and Ms. Elizabeth Sansone of New Oradell, and a Hawaiian-themed take place on Thursdays. can Red Cross facility located at 695 York City, friends of the bride. Sunday brunch at the Saddlebrook COUNTY — The B’nai B’rith Additionally, the Westfield Adop- Hessemer Family Springfield Avenue in Summit. For Jeffrey Smith of New York City Marriott. Ketubah Married Couples Unit tion Group, a free support group for further information, please call Pat was the best man for his brother. Following a wedding trip to Maui (40+) will meet for brunch on Sun- parents who have adopted children, Obst at (908) 277-4371. The ushers were Michael Smith of and Kauai in Hawaii, the couple day, February 15, at 11:30 a.m. at meets on the first Tuesday of each Welcomes John Westfield, the bridegroom’s brother; resides in Westfield. the Kenilworth Inn, located at Bou- month at the Y. Joyce and Tom Hessemer of African Violet Group levard and South 31st Street in Financial assistance is available. Westfield have announced the birth Kenilworth. For additional details and registra- of their son, John Joseph Hessemer, To Meet February 19 The cost is $12.95 per person, tion information regarding the Fam- on Saturday, January 10, at 12:34 plus tax and tip. Prospective mem- ily Life programs, please contact Mr. p.m. at St. Barnabas Medical Center SCOTCH PLAINS — The Union bers are welcome to attend. Inter- Mueller at (908) 233-2700, exten- in Livingston. County Chapter of the African Violet ested individuals are asked to call sion no. 233, or by e-mail at The baby weighed 8 pounds and Society will meet on Thursday, Feb- Elaine at (908) 232-0062 by Fri- [email protected]. The Y 13 ounces and measured 19¾ inches ruary 19, at 1 p.m. at the Scotch day, February 13. is located at 220 Clark Street. in length at birth. Plains Public Library, located at 1927 He joins his brothers, Philip, age 10, Bartle Avenue. Peter, age 6, and James, 2½ years old. The program “Design Critique – John’s maternal grandparents are Jose How Might They Be Improved?” and Marie Rodriguez of Roselle Park. will be presented by Chapter Presi- His paternal grandparents are dent Christine Brenner. Anyone in- Philip and Margaret Hessemer of terested in African Violets is invited North Merrick, N.Y. to attend.

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 5, 2004 Page 7 Building Interfaith Relationships Congregational Church Enriches Our Whole Community By THE REVEREND ANDREW getting my degrees in the Boston Slates Forum on Satan HAMERSLEY area, Boston being a town with dis- WESTFIELD — The public is love. Relational Theology views all As someone who was born in New tinct and occasionally strictly invited to a forum entitled “Does of creation, human and non-human, York City and raised initially in the guarded ethic neighborhoods. Satan Really Exist” on Tuesday, and God as being interdependent in Riverdale section of the Bronx, you My relationship to those of Jewish February 24, at 7:30 p.m. at the a dynamic process of growth. may not be surprised to hear that heritage came to mind recently when First Congregational Church, lo- During subsequent sessions, Re- when I was in elementary school, I our Temple Emanu-El received what cated at 125 Elmer Street in lational Theology will be applied in asked my mother quite indignantly was thought to have been a credible Westfield. two other areas. Original sin will be why we were not Jewish. (You may threat against its security. Participants will look at various explored on Tuesday, March 30, not be surprised, but she was!) I was outraged. Most Westfield perspectives on why God permits while the truth of the resurrection The fact was, we were literally parents (me included) have a warm or even causes suffering. They will will be discussed on Tuesday, April surrounded by people of the Jewish relationship with Temple Emanu-El also explore whether God causes 27. Both programs will take place at faith. One of my earliest memories because our children are friends with all things, good or bad, or whether 7:30 p.m. was when a temple was built directly the boys and girls who are going Satan, the chief fallen angel, is This session, facilitated by the across the street from our house. It through their bar and bat mitzvahs. indeed real and wars against God Reverend John Mills, is a project of was great! I used to be given free For a period of our lives, it seems that and the creation. the Wisdom’s Light ministry of the food after services from the temple’s our children are as much in the temple ROTARY INDUCTION…The Mountainside Rotary recently inducted Ann Additionally, they will explore an First Congregational Church of side door! as they are in church! Homich, Assistant Vice President/Branch Manager of Valley National Bank, alternative view from Relational Closter. Although not everybody has a Beyond that, Temple Emanu-El Mountainside branch. Pictured, from left to right, are: Judith Burt, induction Theology in an attempt to under- temple built across the street, prox- has been a flagship reform commu- officer; Ms. Homich and William Biunno, sponsor. stand evil, Satan and the logic of imity to the Hebrew faith is simply nity in this part of our state, and the All Saints’ Sets Supper part of any New Yorker’s identity. town has benefited from many years Westfield ‘Y’ Reveals Topics Holy Trinity Seniors For Shrove Tuesday Not so for all parts of the country, I of excellent clergy and lay leader- To Meet on Monday SCOTCH PLAINS – On Tuesday, later learned, when I spent a couple ship. Personally, all the senior clergy February 24, the All Saints’ Episco- of years of college in California. Not in town will tell you how fortunate For Lunch and Learn Series WESTFIELD – The Senior So- pal Church in Scotch Plains will so I learned again when I wound up we are in having Rabbi Sagal and his cial Club of Holy Trinity will meet offer a traditional Shrove Tuesday staff as colleagues. WESTFIELD — The Westfield encouraged to wear green, will learn on Monday, February 9, at 1:30 Pancake Supper between 6:30 and Pets Still Need Outdoor Westfield’s clergy offered our sup- “Y,” located at 220 Clark Street, has about the holiday and its traditions. p.m. in the gymnasium/auditorium 8:30 p.m. port to the temple community during announced its 2004 schedule of “Humor and Your Health” will be of the interparochial school. The event will feature pancakes Activity in Cold Weather the recent times of uncertainty and Lunch and Learn programs for those the topic on April 21, for which Peter Hogaboom, a parishioner with butter and syrup, sausages and The harsh winter this year can be threat. A number of us were honored age 55 and older. Roseanne Toglia of St. Barnabas of the Holy Trinity Roman Catho- applesauce. There will also be ac- hard on pets. Sub-zero wind chills to join them in worship one Friday Lunch and Learn, a series of lec- Health Care will offer a humorous lic Church in Westfield, will speak tivities for children. The charge is $4 and heavy snow mean few opportu- evening to express our solidarity. tures and/or activities, are held at the video and presentation. to the group about Abraham Lin- for adults, $1 for children and a nities for outdoor exercise. But Even more special, Rabbi Sagal in- “Y” on the third Wednesday of the “Canine Companions for Indepen- coln. maximum of $10 per family. while the weatherman is urging vited several of us to participate in month. The series is free and open to dence” will be featured on May 19. Further information regarding a All Saints’ is located at 559 Park everyone to “stay indoors,” Scruffy the service by reading lessons and the public. Carole Dunscombe will bring trip to the New Jersey Performing Avenue. For more information, and is scratching at the door to get out Psalms. Participants are asked to bring “Brennan” for a demonstration and Arts Center in Newark will be avail- to confirm plans to attend, please for his daily walk. It was beautiful. A gifted cantor- lunch and a dessert to share with discussion. able. call (908) 322-8047. Many large, longhaired breeds of in-training inspired us, the temple’s approximately five people. Bever- “Food and Mood” will be pre- dogs – including Huskies, Mala- guitar players led the congregation ages are provided by the “Y.” Pro- sented on June 16. Karen Ensle of mutes, Sheepdogs and Bernese in several songs of worship, and the grams begin at 12:15 p.m. Rutgers Cooperative Extension will Mountain Dogs – actually crave the rabbi gave a stirring sermon on the On Wednesday, February 18, par- discuss how food impacts a person’s snow and will enthusiastically bury security which is found in God, alone, ticipants will learn and play bunco or emotions. their faces and feet in search of new and the blessing that can emerge mahjong. Individuals are asked to For more information or to reserve or familiar scents, says Jennifer Hill from a time of anguish. bring a mahjong set if they have one. a spot for any of the Lunch and Learn of the Canine Fence Company. In the next couple of weeks, the A St. Patrick’s Day celebration is set programs, please call the “Y” at (908) “Longhaired breeds and those who clergy in town will begin an experi- for March 17. Participants, who are require lots of activity – such as 233-2700, extension no. 263. Rottweilers, Labradors and German ment in interfaith Bible Study. Meet- Shepherds – can become frustrated ing initially at St. Helen’s, (11 a.m. when confined indoors. They de- on February 10), we will explore the Film Buffs to Spotlight velop seasonal depression or ‘cabin beloved 23rd Psalm. While we need fever,’ which can lead to behavior never discard the precious things problems ranging from ‘accidents’ which make our faiths unique, inter- Spirituality in Movies in the house to excessive barking to faith relationships enrich us all. In the case of the interfaith Bible WESTFIELD — St. Helen’s Ro- Like Beckham (2002) and Finding chewing on the furniture.” man Catholic Church in Westfield Study, it was the rabbi’s idea. It is a Nemo (2003). All are welcome to Keep pets safe in severe weather will present “Visions in the Dark: worthy one. Join us! attend and admission is free. For those by limiting outdoor time each day. Spiritual and Moral Themes in who haven’t seen them, the films can Let them out to romp for a short * * * * * * * American Film” on Monday, Febru- be rented at video stores and viewed time twice a day. Always keep an The Reverend Hamersley is Rector eye on your pet when he’s out of ary 23, at 8 p.m. prior to the program. Popcorn and of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, lo- In their eighth appearance at the beverages will be provided. doors. Consider putting a sweater cated at 414 East Broad Street in on smaller breeds. church, film buffs Jim Caffrey and The event will be held at the Parish Westfield. Tom Repasch will use film clips and Center of St. Helen’s Church, lo- discussion to explore the values and cated at 1600 Rahway Avenue at spirituality found in popular Ameri- Lamberts Mill Road. Parking is avail- can movies. able in the church parking lot. For The featured films this year will be further information, please call (908) To Kill A Mockingbird (1962), Bend It 232-1214.

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Hosted and Served by Sunday Night F.I.G.H.T. Youth Group of 1st Baptist Church. All proceeds benefit and support youth mission activities, such as the 2004 Mission Trip to Tijuana, Mexico. Additional donations are welcomed! Page 8 Thursday, February 5, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION DEATH NOTICE DEATH NOTICE Josephine Laursen, National President – Obituaries – Arlene Heath Franciscus, 52, Active Of UA’s Association For Disabled Kids DEATH NOTICE With Several Area Organizations Josephine Cardillo Laursen, a na- in Carson City. Charles D. Stapp, 80, Koos Bros. President; Arlene Heath Franciscus, 52, of reer as Assistant to the Administrator tive of Westfield, died on Tuesday, An avid bridge player, she also Middlesex passed away the morning at Raritan Valley Hospital. Upon her January 20, at her home in Carson found time to be a teacher’s aide and Was Honored For Support of Human Rights of Thursday, January 29, at the home return to the workforce in the 1980s, City, Nev., where she and her hus- was an eclectic collector of angels, of her sons. Following a courageous she rose to become a Vice President at band resided for the past 11 years. Santas and clowns. Charles Darby Stapp, 80, formerly nance Committee for the Union battle with lung cancer, she was sur- Innovated Educational Programs in Prior to that, they had lived in Chico, Among her survivors are her hus- of Westfield and Allenhurst, died County Republican Party and also rounded by her husband, children and Basking Ridge. Arlene was a tireless Calif. and Dallas, Tex. band, sons David of Minnetonka, peacefully on Wednesday, January was Treasurer for the party. family members. She was a beloved advocate for children. The daughter of Eugene and Sylvia Minn. and Scott of Surprise, Ariz.; a 21, in Richland, Wash. Recognized for advancing the wife, mother, sister and friend. Arlene is survived by her husband, Izzi Cardillo, Mrs. Laursen graduated brother, Frank Cardillo of Collierville, Born on March 12, 1923 in Bir- cause of human rights, Charles re- Arlene was born July 29, 1951 in Charles Patrick Franciscus, and her four from Westfield High School in 1951 Tenn., and a sister, Susanne Moncrieff mingham, Ala. to Frank J. and ceived the Brotherhood Award from Doylestown, Pa. and grew up in children, Sean Patrick, Michael Scott, and returned to her hometown for class of Chicago. A lifelong owner of Dachs- Eunice (Darby) Stapp, he was an the National Conference of Chris- Westfield. She graduated from Joanne Leigh and Daniel James; four reunions on a regular basis. Mrs. hunds, she also leaves Herman and Eagle Scout and a graduate of tians and Jews in 1966. Now known Westfield High School in 1969, mar- siblings, Jeanne Webb of Lawton, Okla., Laursen, who preferred to be called Lily, considered important members Woodlawn High School in Birming- as the National Conference for Com- ried Patrick Franciscus in 1970 and Robert Heath of Scotch Plains, Norma “Jo,” married Glenn Laursen in 1962 of the family. ham. He earned a business degree munity and Justice, the NCCJ was bore him four children, Sean Patrick, Cotter of Salisbury, Md. and Raymond at the Zion Lutheran Church in Rahway. A memorial service was held at St. from Howard College founded in 1927 to Michael Scott, Joanne Leigh and Heath of Knoxville, Tenn. She was pre- Mrs. Laursen was a flight atten- Paul’s Church on Sunday, January (now Samford Univer- fight bias, bigotry and Daniel James. Arlene and her hus- deceased by her parents, Leonard dant with United Airlines for seven 25. Contributions in Mrs. Laursen’s sity) of Birmingham. racism. band made their home in Middlesex Francis and Eleanor Heath, and by a years and later served as national memory may be made to St. Paul’s He had lived in the Tri- Charles is survived for 27 years. brother, Leonard Heath, in 1957. president of “Clipped Wings,” Lutheran Family Church, 1201 N. Cities of Washington by his four children, She was a tireless volunteer for the A memorial service was held on United’s alumni association for dis- Saliman Road, Carson City, Nev. for eight years. Stephanie Mannino of Junior Women’s League, having Monday, February 2, at the Presbyte- abled children. She also volunteered 89701 or to the American Diabetes Charles entered the Westfield, Charles K. served as President; co-founder of rian Church in Bound Brook. with St. Paul’s Lutheran Family Association, P.O. Box 2680, North United States Navy in Stapp of Freehold, Meals-on-Wheels in Middlesex and Arrangements were by the Church in Carson City and the gift Canton, Ohio 44720. 1942 as an Ensign, Darby Stapp of the surrounding areas, and active with Middlesex Funeral Home in shop of the Carson-Tahoe Hospital February 5, 2004 having been in the Richland, Wash. and the Fresh Air Fund. Middlesex. NROTC V-12 unit at Bryan Stapp of Professionally, she began her ca- In lieu of flowers, the family re- Ruth J. Hellander, 76, Registered Nurse; Howard College. He Northville, Mich.; a quests donations be made to the Ameri- was one of the original sister, Virginia Bryant Alvin L. Robison, 78 can Cancer Society. Rosarian and Women’s Club Member Frogmen assigned to of New Orleans, La.; Alvin L. Robison, 78, a longtime February 5, 2004 the Underwater Demo- a nephew, Dan E. resident of Westfield, died on Wednes- Ruth J. Hellander, 76, of Westfield Richard Hellander, John Hellander, lition team. Stapp of New Orleans; day, January 28, at Overlook Hospital DEATH NOTICE died on Friday, January 30, at her James Hellander and Robert After an intensive, Charles D. Stapp 12 grandchildren and in Summit. home. Hellander; two daughters, Mary two-month basic train- four great-grandchil- Born in Carbondale, Colo. on Feb- Ruby Rusk, 84 Born in North Dakota on February Sombric and Jean Wickes; a sister, ing period at Fort Pierce, Fla., he dren. ruary 4, 1925, he was the son of Henry Gentle, sweet and beloved by all 16, 1927, she lived in Westfield for Julia Kelly, and 12 grandchildren. was assigned to the South Pacific He was predeceased by his par- W. and Katherine White Robison. who knew her, Ruby Rusk died at the 38 years. A memorial Mass was held on Theater, where he served through- ents and by a brother, James Stapp. Mr. Robison was employed as a age of 84 on Friday, January 30, at Mrs. Hellander graduated as a regis- Tuesday, February 3, at the Holy out the war. He was honorably dis- A memorial service will be held salesman for the J.S. Paluch Com- Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- tered nurse from the St. Joseph’s School Trinity Church. Burial will be in charged from the United States Na- at The Presbyterian Church in pany in East Brunswick for the past ter in Plainfield. of Nursing in Fargo, N.D. in 1949. North Dakota. val Reserves in 1958, having Westfield. He will be interred in 20 years and had planned to retire on Born in California, Ruby moved to A member of the Holy Trinity Arrangements were under the di- achieved the rank of Lieutenant (Jg). the Stapp Family Mausoleum at January 30. New Jersey in 1960. Throughout her Roman Catholic Church in Westfield rection of the Dooley Colonial Home, While on leave in Asbury Park, he Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. He attended Colorado College, the life, it was her generous spirit, sup- and its Rosary Altar Society, she also 556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield. met Carol Koos, daughter of Charles Arrangements are by Einan’s Fu- University of Texas and Harvard Uni- portive nature and cheerfulness that belonged to the Westfield Women’s Memorial contributions may be and Esther Koos of Westfield. They neral Home in Richland, Wash. versity. endeared her to family and friends. Club and the Questers of Westfield. made to the Holy Trinity Church, were married April 8, 1945 at The In lieu of flowers, donations may He was in the Naval ROTC and An expert seamstress, avid gardener She was predeceased by three 315 First Street, Westfield 07090. Presbyterian Church in Westfield, be made to the Presbyterian Church served with the United States Navy and cook, she attracted children from brothers, Melvin Johnson, Herman February 5, 2004 prior to his departure for the Pacific Youth Group and Mission, 140 during World War II. all around her neighborhood on Johnson and Clifford Johnson, and Theater. Mountain Avenue, Westfield 07090. Mr. Robison was an active member Graymill Drive in Scotch Plains with and Deacon of The Presbyterian by a sister, Laura Ostley. Sylvia G. Lipford, 76 After the war, Charles and Carol February 5, 2004 her homemade popcorn. Surviving are her husband of 53 Sylvia G. Lipford, 76, of Plainfield Church in Westfield. She will be missed by many and is began a family in Westfield. Carol He was predeceased by his wives, years, Arthur O. Hellander; four sons, died on Thursday, January 22, at her Stapp predeceased him in 1956, leav- Howard Ruopp, 86 survived by her daughter and son-in- home. Marjorie Leonard Robison, in 1964, law, Sherry and Larry Woodruff, and ing Charles to raise their three chil- Howard Ruopp, 86, of Westfield and Susan Dowell Robison, in 2001. John Gorski, 50 Born in Cranford, she had been a dren alone. her grandchildren, Jesse Woodruff of died on Tuesday, February 3, at Over- Surviving is a brother, Edwin Portland, Ore. and Casey Woodruff John Gorski, 50, of Brick died on Scotch Plains resident before relo- In 1960 he married Nancy Nagle, look Hospital in Summit. Friday, January 16, at the Concord Robison of Palo Alto, Calif. and his wife, Priscilla, of Westfield. cating to Plainfield many years ago. daughter of Angela and Robert Nagle Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., he lived A memorial service will be held at 2 Healthcare Center in Lakewood. Prior to retiring in 1989, Mrs. Lipford Services will be private. In lieu of of Ridgewood, and they had a son. in Westfield for 50 years. p.m. on Saturday, May 15, at The Born in Elizabeth, he had been a had been employed for 17 years with flowers, please contribute to the Nancy predeceased him in 1994 Mr. Ruopp had worked for Na- Presbyterian Church in Westfield. Alzheimer’s Association, 225 North resident of Scotch Plains prior to the Unisys Corporation in Flemington. while they were living in Atlanta, tional Lead in Perth Amboy for 30 moving to Brick 15 years ago. Arrangements are by the Gray Fu- Michigan Avenue, Suite 1700, Chi- She was a member of the St. John’s Ga. years before retiring in 1974. neral Home, 318 East Broad Street in Mr. Gorski had been employed for Baptist Church Inspirational Choir cago, Ill. 60601-7633 or online at Upon his release from the Navy in He earned a bachelor’s degree in Westfield. www.alz.org. many years as an engineer for Wayne and a member of the gospel group 1946, Charles began a career in the chemical engineering from Cooper February 5, 2004 February 5, 2004 Dalton Engineering in Bound Brook. the Gospel Echoes. retail furniture industry in New Jer- Union in New York City and his He was awarded a bachelor’s de- Surviving are two daughters, sey. He worked for his father-in-law master’s degree, also in chemical Michael Rossi, 85, Decorated Veteran; gree in mechanical engineering from Mabel Briggs-Curry and Martha at Koos Bros., later Huffman Koos, engineering, from Brooklyn Poly Kean University in Union. Briggs-Wong; a sister, Celestine becoming President of the company Tech in Brooklyn. Was Former Scotch Plains Police Chief Surviving is a brother, Steven Wayne; two grandchildren and two in 1960. A United States Air Force veteran Gorski. great-grandchildren. In 1971, Charles left Koos Bros. of World War II, he was honorably Former Scotch Plains Police Chief Mr. Rossi was a Staff Sergeant in the A Memorial Mass was offered on A service was held on Wednesday, and started his own chain of furni- discharged as a captain. Michael Rossi, 85, died on Saturday, United States Army during World War Saturday, January 31, at St. Agnes Ro- January 28, at St. John’s Baptist ture stores in California and Ne- Mr. Ruopp was a Past President January 31, at the JFK Medical Center II. Stationed in Hawaii at the time of the man Catholic Church in Clark. Church in Scotch Plains. vada, Manor House Furniture. He and member of the Old Guard of in Edison. attack on Pearl Harbor, he also served in Arrangements were under the di- Arrangements were handled by the later lived in Costa Rica, Birming- Westfield and a member of the Coo- Born in the Bronx, N.Y., he lived in Guadalcanal and New Georgia. He re- rection of the D’Elia Funeral Home Plinton Curry Funeral Home in ham, Atlanta and, finally, per Union Alumni Association and Scotch Plains since 1939. ceived four combat medals and a Silver in Lakewood. Westfield. Kennewick. St. Helen’s Roman Catholic Church A member of the Scotch Plains Star for heroism in the Philippines. February 5, 2004 February 5, 2004 Charles was widely recognized in Westfield. He also volunteered Police Department since 1946, Mr. He was a member of Veterans of for his merchandising prowess and with Children’s Specialized Hospi- Rossi rose through the ranks as a ser- Foreign Wars Post No. 10122 and Thomas J. Walsh, 54, Letter Carrier; in 1967 was elected President of the tal in Mountainside. geant, lieutenant and captain prior to American Legion Post No. 209. National Retail Furniture Associa- He was predeceased by his wife, being named Chief in 1977. He re- He was predeceased by a son, tion. He also served as President of tired from the force in 1983. Michael S. Rossi, and three sisters, Served in Navy Aboard USS Saratoga Miriam D. Ruopp, on January 7. He completed basic training courses the New Jersey Home Furnishings Surviving are a son, Howard J. Yolanda Grimolizzi, Lea Linfante and Thomas J. Walsh, 54, of Westfield lived in Westfield for the past 25 years. Association and the Community with the Union County Police Chiefs Ermelinda Ceccarelli. Ruopp of Westfield, and a daughter, Association, Firearms Instructors died on Thursday, January 29, at his Mr. Walsh had been a letter carrier State Bank of Rahway. Michele M. Ruopp of Plainfield. Surviving are his wife, Mary Mineo home. for the Jersey City Post Office for 35 An Elder at The Presbyterian School and the Newark Police Acad- Rossi; a son, Scotch Plains Township Visitation will be from 7 to 9 p.m. emy Detectives School of Homicide Councilman Frank Rossi; two daugh- Born and raised in Jersey City, he years before retiring in 2003. He was Church in Westfield, he also was a today, Thursday, February 5, at the a member of the National Associa- member of the Echo Lake Country and Investigation. ters, Patricia Smith and Linda Turash; Gray Funeral Home, 318 East Broad Mr. Rossi was a former President a sister, Eleanor Esposito, and five tion of Letter Carriers. Club in Westfield and the Allenhurst Street in Westfield. Funeral services He served in the United States Beach Club. and a past delegate of Scotch Plains grandchildren. will be private. Policemen’s Benevolent Association The funeral will be at 9 a.m. today, Navy aboard the USS Saratoga from Charles was Chairman of the Fi- February 5, 2004 1970 to 1971. Local No. 87. Thursday, February 5, from the Rossi He was predeceased by his father, He belonged to the New Jersey State Funeral Home in Scotch Plains, followed Charles Walsh, and by a sister, Karen Police Chiefs Association and served by a 10 a.m. Mass at St. Bartholomew the Hadyka. Dr. Paul E. McMahon, 72, Manager on its executive board, police training Apostle Roman Catholic Church in Surviving are his wife of 28 years, and education committee and uniform Scotch Plains. Interment will be at Nancy Wroblewski Walsh; two At Hoechst Celanese Corporation crime committee. Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. daughters, Meghan Walsh and Mel- A member and former president of Memorial contributions may be made Dr. Paul E. McMahon, 72, of 1961 from the University of Illinois the Union County Police Chiefs Asso- to the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad, P.O. issa Walsh; his mother, Mercedes ciation, he also was a founding member Winne Walsh; two brothers, Charles Mountainside died on Monday, Janu- and a Master of Business Adminis- Box 325, Scotch Plains 07076. of the Scotch Plains UNICO chapter. February 5, 2004 Walsh and Kevin Walsh, and five ary 26, at Overlook Hospital in Sum- tration degree from Rutgers Univer- sisters, Diane Sindle, Donna Walsh, mit. sity in Newark in 1974. Judith Walsh, Rose Walsh and Born in Burlington, Vt., he had Surviving are his wife, Eleanora Douglas Forbes, 76, Retired Executive; Beverly Scrudato. been a resident of Chatham prior to McMahon; three daughters, Shelley A Mass of Christian Burial was moving to Mountainside 23 years ago. Skinner, Cindy Bennett and Christy Member of 200 Club of Union County Dr. McMahon had been a manager Clowes; three brothers, John offered on Monday, February 2, at Douglas Forbes, 76, of Westfield He was predeceased by his wife, St. Helen’s Roman Catholic Church in business assessment for the McMahon, Carl McMahon and Reid Hoechst Celanese Corporation in McMahon, and two sisters, Mary died on Sunday, February 1, at Over- Elizabeth Duggan Forbes, in 1986. in Westfield. Burial took place at look Hospital in Summit. Surviving are a daughter, Anne Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. Summit, where he was employed for Royce and June Poulin. Born in Lambertville, he was a long- 27 years before retiring in 1995. A memorial Mass will be held on Forbes of Westfield; three sons, Arrangements were under the di- time resident of Westfield. Malcolm Forbes of Milton, Fla., John rection of the Dooley Colonial Home, He graduated with a bachelor’s Saturday, February 7, at 10:30 a.m. Mr. Forbes had worked for the Forbes of Washington Township and 556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield. degree from St. Michael’s College in at Notre Dame of Mount Carmel in Schindler Elevator Company for 38 Andrew Forbes of Westfield, and a Memorial donations may be made Winooski, Vt. in 1954 and a master’s Cedar Knolls. years before retiring as Vice President brother, Ian Forbes of Florida. to the American Brain Tumor Asso- degree in chemistry from the Univer- Arrangements are under the direc- of Regional Operations and Public Funeral services were held yester- ciation, 2720 River Road, Suite 146, sity of Vermont in 1956. tion of the Mastapeter Funeral Home Relations in 1992. day, Wednesday, February 4, at the Des Plaines, Ill. 60018-4110. Additionally, Dr. McMahon was in Roselle Park. He was a member of the 200 Club February 5, 2004 Gray Funeral Home, 318 East Broad February 5, 2004 awarded a Doctorate in chemistry in of Union County, an organization that Street in Westfield. Interment fol- assists the families of police officers lowed at Fairview Cemetery in and firefighters killed in the line of Westfield. duty. Mr. Forbes also was a member Memorial donations may be made of Mountainside Honorary to: Scholarship Fund, 200 Club of Policemen’s Benevolent Association Union County, 222 Park Avenue, Local No. 126 and the Echo Lake Scotch Plains 07076. Country Club in Westfield. February 5, 2004

• A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 5, 2004 Page 9 Community Service Fair Concepts & Thought Slated by WHS High PTSO WESTFIELD – The Westfield High Services, Community FoodBank of Maria Broaddus School (WHS) Parent Teacher Student New Jersey, Cranford Dramatic Club, Organization (PTSO) will sponsor a Friends of Linden Animal Shelter, Fourth Grade Teacher Community Service Fair for high The BRAKES (Bikers, Riders and school students and their parents on Kids Are Entitled to Safety) Group, Franklin Elementary School, Westfield Wednesday, February 11, from 7:30 to Downtown Westfield Corporation, 9:30 p.m. in Cafeteria B at WHS. Catherine’s Closet, Habitat for Hu- By MICHELLE Le POIDEVIN a moment’s notice and the The theme of the fair, “You Can manity, Muhlenberg Regional Medi- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times community’s support of education Make a Difference,” will enable stu- cal Center, and Runnell’s Specialized Age: 29 is significant.” dents to explore volunteer opportu- Hospital. Hometown: Currently a Scotch Mrs. Broaddus is especially im- nities for the school year and the Other participating organizations Plains resident, Mrs. Broaddus grew pressed by the district’s drive to summer with agencies serving a va- include Trailside Nature & Science up in Westfield and attended integrate the latest products and riety of community needs. Center, ForCHILDREN, Junior Opti- Westfield Public Schools. applications in technology. Some of the work opportunities mists Club, Reeves-Reed Arboretum, Education: She received a Bach- “I think growing up in the area, include websites, children’s sports United Way of Westfield, Westfield elor of Science degree in Math- I’ve always known that the programs, landscaping, helping ani- Volunteer Rescue Squad, People for ematics from Fairfield University Westfield school system provides PILOT CHAPTER...Some of the members of the Girls Learn International, Inc. mals, event planning, theatrical light- Animals, Union County Parks & Rec- in Fairfield, Conn. When she de- a solid education,” she said, add- pilot chapter at Roosevelt Intermediate School in Westfield include, pictured, ing, assisting the elderly, and other reation Department, Westfield Base- diverse activities. ball League, the Westfield Democratic cided to pursue a second career in ing that when she began her col- left to right, Casey Steinberg, Caitlin Burke, Melissa Souto, Mary Mahoney, Participating organizations include Committee, the Westfield Republican education, Mrs. Broaddus enrolled lege studies, the benefits of her Paige Geraghty, Jordana Confino, Josie Reinhardt, and Alyssa Porchetta. at Sacred Heart University in Literacy Volunteers of America, the Committee, and the New Jersey As- Westfield education became espe- Union County Office of Volunteer sembly District 21 Legislative Office. Fairfield, Conn., where she earned cially evident. a Masters in Teaching. Favorite Topic to Teach… Math- Chapter of Girls Learn Intl’ Previous Experience: After ematics. “I think that so many stu- graduating from Fairfield Univer- dents, especially at this grade level Launched at Roosevelt School sity, she volunteered as a case man- really fear math,” she said. On the ager at a counseling agency in Ari- first day of school, Mrs. Broaddus WESTFIELD — Concern over said. “Our students are also learning zona, which aided abused children. polls her pupils about their favor- inequality in girls’ access to educa- valuable leadership skills that will Next, she worked in an actuarial ite and least favorite academic sub- tion and the long-term impact on benefit the entire community.” group at Hewitt Associates, a glo- ject. Since math is always identi- girls, women and their communities Another chapter has been formed bal human resources outsourcing fied as the “least favorite,” she prompted Westfield resident Lisa Al- at Newark Academy in Livingston, and consulting firm. Realizing that hopes to turn the tables on that ter, and her daughters, Arielle Confino, with additional chapters beginning 16, and Jordana Confino, 13, to form she was not personally fulfilled, reality. at public and private schools in New she decided to become a teacher. a Girls Learn International, Inc. (GLI) York, New Jersey and Connecticut. “I want to make that (math) as pilot chapter at Roosevelt Intermedi- Simultaneously, she pursued her least frightening and as exciting as Relationships have been forged be- ate School (RIS) in Westfield. tween the Chapters and Partner Class- teacher’s certification and her possible,” she said. Mrs. Broaddus master’s degree. She completed her A non-profit organization with rooms in Africa, Nepal and Latin points out to her students that a chapters in middle schools and high America, as well as Afghanistan. In student teaching in Connecticut be- working knowledge of mathematic schools in urban, suburban and rural fore accepting her current position addition, college students are being principles is vital to everyday life. communities, each chapter is paired trained as chapter facilitators as part of at Franklin Elementary School in Therefore, she uses games, com- with a “Partner Classroom,” provid- the GLI College Leadership Division. Westfield. puter activities, and any other tech- ing quality education to girls in a According to Arielle Confino, “I always knew I wanted to move niques, which will make the stu- community in which girls have tra- “GLI furthers the goal of global girls’ back to the area,” she said. dents comfortable with the often- ditionally been discouraged or pre- education and encourages young I Knew I Reached My Students daunting subject. vented from obtaining an education. women to become agents for posi- When: While she cannot recall one The Future of Education in Chapter members participate in a tive social change.” APPRECIATING ART…On Thursday, January 22, the first grade class of Lisa specific incident, Mrs. Broaddus America: “I definitely think that range of educational, advocacy, com- Founder and President of the RIS Morris at Tamaques Elementary School in Westfield celebrated Chinese New said, “Sometimes the children have munication and outreach activities GLI, Lisa Alter, concluded, “Through Year with an art appreciation project. The students created a 15-foot dragon there needs to be more incentive and paraded throughout the school. almost an ‘aha!’ moment. You see for people in the private sector to in support of their Partner Class- their participation in GLI, young women on their faces when everything be- consider a second profession in room and global girls’ education. will help to empower their counterparts comes clear.” education,” said Mrs. Broaddus. The RIS chapter is partnering with in Partner Classrooms, increase their When a student approaches her to Since teaching is her second ca- The English Language School in global knowledge and, in the process, Job Shadowing Day Planned ask a question, and she later re- reer, she believes that there are Kabul, Afghanistan. will empower themselves.” “The girls in our Partner Class- phrases the question back to them, many rewards to be reaped in edu- For further information about GLI she sees the pupil has absorbed the room were forbidden from going to or to learn how to start a chapter or By Dr. Gersch, Orthodontist cation, which are not necessarily school for all the years that the information and that it has become available in the corporate or pri- participate in the College Leader- WESTFIELD – On February 3, Part of the Job Shadowing 2004 Taliban were in power.” explained ship Division, please contact a part of their everyday knowledge. vate sector. Dr. Stanley Gersch will host 10 stu- initiative, the event is coordinated by Learning also comes full circle, re- RIS Chapter President, Jordana www.girlslearninternational.org. dents from local high schools who the Job Shadow Coalition, which My Goal As An Educator: “I go Confino. “We are raising money to lated Mrs. Broaddus, when a stu- into each year wanting to create a are interested in possible careers in consists of America’s Promise, Jun- make sure that girls in Afghanistan orthodontics. ior Achievement and the U.S. De- dent applies the skills, concepts and positive learning experience and are able to learn and to lead happy Cellular Phone Rules techniques, which she taught them to foster an enthusiasm and love The pupils will observe Dr. Gersch partment of Labor. and successful lives.” Told at Westfield High during office hours and learn first- Dr. Gersch, who invites any students using alternate, everyday scenarios. for learning and acquiring new Paige Geraghty, Vice-President of What I Love About the School hand what is involved in the field of to visit his office to discuss careers in knowledge,” she said. the RIS Chapter, added, “It costs $250 WESTFIELD – Westfield High orthodontics. They will also have the orthodontics or any other branch of District: “I think the resources avail- Home Life: In April, there will be a year to send a girl to school in School (WHS) Principal Dr. Robert able to the students and teachers opportunity to converse with Dr. Gersch dentistry, maintains his office at 547 a new addition to the Broaddus Fam- Afghanistan. We have already raised Petix has reported that students are about the educational requirements. East Broad Street in Westfield. are tremendous,” she said. “There ily. Maria and her husband, Derek, $362 to send to our Partner Class- permitted to bring cell phones to is a willingness of the parents and are expecting their first child. Boy or room, and hope to raise enough money school for use before and after the community to become involved at girl? They want to be surprised. to send 10 girls to school for a year.” school day as described in the WHS The RIS students have staged sev- Student Handbook, available at Mountainside PTA Plans eral fundraisers, including a donut www.westfieldnj.com/whs. Pfeiffer Univ. Awards sale in which they sold 18 dozen Photo cell phones, however, are Annual Pancake Breakfast donuts, all contributed by Kings strictly prohibited, in order to ad- Grant to Streaman Erratum Supermarket, ShopRite and Dunkin hered to the school’s commitment to MOUNTAINSIDE – The fruit and beverage for $5 or a smaller Roosevelt Intermediate Donuts. The chapter has sent the protect the privacy of its students and Mountainside Parent-Teacher Asso- portion of two pancakes, one sau- WESTFIELD – Pfeiffer Univer- ciation (PTA) will sponsor its an- sage, fruit and beverage for $2.50. sity in Misenheimer, N.C. has granted School inadvertently omitted the money, as well as a letter and photo- staff in the classroom, in locker following students from the First graphs, to the girls in Kabul and the rooms, and throughout the school nual Community Pancake Break- Door prizes will be awarded and an academic scholarship to Westfield fast on Saturday, February 7, from the public is invited to attend. resident Michael Streaman for the Marking Period Honor Roll of RIS students are awaiting their reply. building. The faculty advisor for the RIS According to Dr. Petix, the stu- 8:30 to 11 a.m. in the cafeteria at Local businesses have donated fall 2004 academic term. The schol- the 2003-2004 school term. Deerfield School in Mountainside. food and prizes, and the Steven Anzalone, Trevor chapter, Social Studies teacher Cinny dents have been notified that photo arship is awarded to incoming fresh- MacGonagle, praised the efforts of cell phones are banned in the school In case of inclement weather, the Mountainside Girl Scouts and PTA man students, based on the student’s Barnes, Michael Carpetto, event will be held on Saturday, Feb- volunteers have made the breakfast Panos Chantzis and Connor the chapter members. and that such devices will be confis- outstanding academic record. “It is gratifying to work with such cated. ruary 14. possible. Sheehan were named to the Sev- a committed group of young women Parents are advised that if their Menu options include an adult por- For more information, please call Elon University Names enth Grade Regular Honor Roll, who have taken the initiative to help child owns a photo cell phone, he/ tion of four pancakes, two sausages, Teri Schmedel at (908) 301-0147. Katherine Sheridan and Steven ensure that girls everywhere have she should refrain from bringing it to Sherry to Dean’s List Zilberberg were named to the the right to a quality education,” she school. WESTFIELD – Elon University Seventh Grade Distinguished in Elon, N.C. has revealed that Bree Honor Roll, and Melissa Danielle Sherry of Westfield has been Gallagher was placed on the Legal Advertising placed on the fall 2003 semester Eighth Grade Regular Honor Dean’s List. The daughter of Mr. and Roll. Mrs. Tom Sherry of Westfield, she MORE IN BACK SECTION was a stage manager for the produc- tion, Anything Goes. Bartholomew and Quale PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY Placed on Fall Dean’s List the Tax Assessment Map and Tax Map Villanova Univ. Places AREA – The College of Arts and CHANCERY DIVISION duplicate of City of Plainfield. and concerns UNION COUNTY premises commonly known as 633 Brookside DOCKET NO. F-13608-03 Cunliffe on Dean’s List Sciences at Syracuse University in Place, City of Plainfield, New Jersey. FILE NO. 7350-03 WESTFIELD –Villanova Univer- Syracuse, N.Y. has revealed that YOU, STANLEY ROBERTSON, are Westfield resident Kathryn NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT made party defendant to the above foreclo- sity in Villanova, Pa. has confirmed sure action because you are the owner of a Bartholomew and Erin Quale of (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: that Westfield resident Robert property which is the subject of the above Scotch Plains have been named to STANLEY ROBERTSON; entitled action. MRS. STANLEY Cunliffe was named to the Dean’s YOU, MRS. STANLEY ROBERTSON, the Dean’s List for the fall 2003 ROBERTSON, WIFE OF List for the fall 2003 semester. He is semester. Kathryn is a senior major- WIFE OF STANLEY ROBERTSON, are STANLEY ROBERTSON; made party defendant to the above foreclo- a senior majoring in computer engi- BUILDERS GENERAL SUP- ing in psychology, while Erin is a sure action because plaintiff has been un- neering. senior majoring in mathematics. PLY CO.; GEORGE PALMER; able to determine whether defendant ROBERT SIBARIUM; STANLEY ROBERTSON is married, and if YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND married, the name of STANLEY REQUIRED to serve upon CASALE & ROBERTSON’s spouse. If STANLEY WF Colby College Pupils PELLEGRINO, LLC, plaintiff’s attorneys, ROBERTSON is married, the plaintiff joins whose address is GATEHALL 1, MRS. STANLEY ROBERTSON, WIFE OF PARSIPPANY, NEW JERSEY 07054, an STANLEY ROBERTSON as a defendant Named to Fall Dean’s List Answer to the Complaint and Amendment for any possessory or marital rights you may to Complaint filed in a Civil Action, in which have. WESTFIELD – Colby College in named to the list. She is majoring FUNB CUST/TTEE C/O PLYM SPV 2 INC. YOU, BUILDERS GENERAL SUPPLY Waterville, Me. has reported that in physics, with minors in math- is the plaintiff and STANLEY ROBERTSON, CO., are made party defendant to the above ET ALS; are defendants, pending in the foreclosure action because on November 8, Westfield residents have earned ematics and German. Elizabeth is SPECIAL VISITOR…Fourth graders from Cecilia Palm’s class at St. Superior Court of New Jersey, Chancery 1991, a judgment was entered in the Supe- Dean’s List distinction for the fall the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Bartholomew Interparochial School in Scotch Plains welcomed Dean Talcott, Division, UNION County and bearing Docket rior Court of New Jersey, Monmouth County, semester of the 2003-2004 aca- Schundler of Westfield. Master Tree Steward from the Rutgers Cooperative Extension 4-H Program. He No. F-13608-03 within thirty-five (35) days by Builders General Supply Co. against demic term. Edward Smith, the son of Mr. presented a program, “Tree Care and Appreciation” as part of the Catholic after February 5, 2004 exclusive of such Timothy P. Flinn and T.F.G. Contracting date. If you fail to answer or appear in Services, Inc. disclosing a debt in the amount Gregory Engel, a member of the and Mrs. Edward Smith of Schools Week activities. The students learned about a variety of trees, tree accordance with Rule 4:4-6, Judgment by of $15,826.15, plus costs and interest. Said Class of 2007, was named to the Westfield, has received Dean’s List growth and development, and took a “Tree Quiz Bowl” to test their knowledge. Default may be rendered against you for judgment was entered as Judgment No. J- list. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. distinction. A graduate of Seton Pictured, above, with the fourth graders is Mr. Talcott and Mrs. Palm. relief demanded in the Complaint and 123897-1991. Said judgment is subordi- Laurence Engel of Westfield. Gre- Hall Preparatory School, he is ma- Amendment to Complaint. You shall file nate to the Plaintiff’s lien. your Answer and Proof of Service in dupli- YOU, GEORGE PALMER, are made party gory graduated from Westfield High joring in philosophy and English. cate with the Clerk of the Superior Court of defendant to the above foreclosure action School. Edward is a member of the Class of Bucknell University Tells New Jersey, Hughes Justice Complex - CN because on June 7, 1993, a judgment was Stephanie Finn, a member of the 2004. 971, Trenton, New Jersey 08625, in accor- entered in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Class of 2007, also received Dean’s Margaret Smith, a member of the dance with the Rules of Civil Practice and Union County, by George Palmer against Local Dean’s List Pupils Procedure. Thomas Flynn disclosing a debt in the amount List status. She is the daughter of Class of 2006, has also been placed You are further advised that if you are of $23,943.30, plus costs. Said judgment Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Finn of on the roster. The daughter of Mr. AREA – Students from Westfield Steven is the son of Mr. and Mrs. unable to obtain an attorney you may com- was entered as Judgment No. J-057016- Westfield. Stephanie is a Westfield and Mrs. Edward Smith of and Scotch Plains have been named Bruce Doremus. Nicole is the daugh- municate with the Lawyer Referral Service 1993. Said judgment is subordinate to the High School graduate. Westfield, she graduated from of the County of Venue and that if you cannot Plaintiff’s lien. to the Dean’s List for outstanding ter of Mr. and Mrs. John Impellizzeri. afford an attorney, you may communicate YOU, ROBERT SIBARIUM, are made Elizabeth Schundler, a member Mount Saint Mary Academy in academic achievement during the fall John is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John with the Legal Services Office of the County party defendant to the above foreclosure of the Class of 2004 and a graduate Watchung. She is majoring in his- semester of the 2003-2004 academic Timko. of Venue. The telephone number of such action because on January 3, 1994, a judg- of Westfield High School, has been tory and human development. year. agencies are as follows: Lawyer Referral ment was entered in the Superior Court of Univ. of Scranton Honors Service 908-353-4715 - Legal Services New Jersey, Middlesex County, by Robert Brent Bramnick and Leanne Office 908-354-4340. Sibarium against Timothy P. Flinn disclos- Meriton, both of Westfield, were Berkeley Heights Students THE ACTION has been instituted for the ing a debt in the amount of $38,903.05, plus Robert Daurio Receives Kellogg Earns Dean’s List purpose of foreclosing the following tax sale costs. Said judgment was entered as Judg- named to the roster. BERKELEY HEIGHTS – The Brent is the son of Assemblyman certificate(s): 1. A certain tax certificate ment No. J-000118-1994. Said judgment is Dean’s List Recognition Distinction at Drew Univ. University of Scranton in Scranton, 000256, recorded on 6/21/2000, made by subordinate to the Plaintiff’s lien. WESTFIELD – The School of and Mrs. Jon Bramnick. Leanne is Pa. has reported that Berkeley Heights Steven M. Davis,CTC, Collector of Taxes of DATED: January 30, 2004 SCOTCH PLAINS – Scotch the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael City of Plainfield, and State of New Jersey to Donald F. Phelan, Architecture at Syracuse University Plains resident Elizabeth residents Kathryn Miller and Kevin Funb Cust/Ttee PLymouth SPV 2, Inc and Clerk of the Superior Court in Syracuse, N.Y. has announced that Meriton. Riley were named to the Dean’s List Kellogg has been named to the Scotch Plains residents Steven subsequently assigned to plaintiff, FUNB of New Jersey Westfield resident Robert Daurio was Dean’s List for the fall 2003 for the fall 2003 semester. CUST/TTEE C/O PLYM SPV 2 INC.. This CASALE & PELLEGRINO, L.L.C. named to the fall 2003 semester Doremus, Nicole Impellizzeri and Kathryn is a junior, majoring in covers real estate located in City of Plainfield, 1 Gatehall Drive semester at Drew University in John Timko were also honored at County of UNION, and State of New Jersey, Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Dean’s List. He is a sophomore ma- Madison. special education. Kevin, a senior, is known as LOT 16 BLOCK 230 as shown on 1 T - 2/5/04, The Leader Fee: $104.55 joring in architecture. Bucknell. focusing on criminal justice. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 5, 2004 Page 11 See it all in color at! Sports Section www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS Pages 11-14 JOHNSON STRIKES FOR 14, COCOZZIELLO HITS 13 Raider Boys Come Back, Nip Blue Devil Hoopmen, 60-56

By FRED LECOMTE kids could of said, ‘You know what? ing together. We’re taking it game by Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times We can’t win without Derrick,’ but game and getting ready for the coun- A steady, well balanced and hun- they knew they were good enough ties and the state tournament. But, gry Blue Devil team brought out and they got it done as a team. It all you know what? That’s a real good their best in the third quarter, but a came down to executing and our kids basketball team, Westfield. They have tenacious comeback on the part of did. We’re maturing and we’re com- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 the, 12-2, Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School boys basketball team ended in a, 60-56 Raider victory in Scotch Plains on January 31. Center Derrick Caracter sidelined with an ankle injury late in the first quarter proved to be inconsequential as the Raiders overshadowed the loss with David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times a steady attack. ATTEMPTING TO TURN RUBBERY ARMS…Blue Devil Sam Kramer, top, attempts to turn Farmer Ryan Lockwood Raider Michael Johnson netted a to his back in the 112-lb bout. Recording eight takedowns, Kramer won via, 21-5, technical fall in 5:50. team-high 14 points, including three salvos from long range. But the real hero was senior guard Sean Fuller MENCH, TOMASSO, GISMONDI ROLL WITH FALLS who shattered a, 56-56 deadlock with a jumper from three-point range and hit a foul shot with 15 ticks remain- ing. Lance Thomas banged in 12 and Farmers Win Key Bouts, Nip Mike Walker put in 11. Blue Devil Jan Cocozziello netted 13 points, Eric Hayes fired off a triple-triple from downtown and Blue Devil Wrestlers, 36-33 Terrence Bryant burned the net with 10, including two three-pointers. By DAVID B. CORBIN fore the match, we told the kids that eight takedowns – using a variety of “That was a great test and a good Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times we had five tossup matches. We called side singles, doubles, throw bys and win for us,” said Raider Head Coach Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times Key match ups went in favor of the them out and we lost all of them.” a low-leg pick – to go with two Dan Doherty. “Caracter was looking TAKING CONTROL…Blue Devil forwards Bryan Power, No. 15 and Joe visiting Union High School Farmer Blue Devils Rob Mench (103-lbs), penalty points and a three-point near good, getting the ball and scoring Korfmacher, No. 22 played a tough defensive game. Despite their efforts, the wresters as they nipped Westfield, Lee Tomasso (wrestling at 160-lbs) and fall to end the bout in 5:50. when he went down. Right there our Raiders prevailed, 60-56 in Scotch Plains on January 31. 36-33, on January 30. Union and heavyweight Nick Gismondi all re- “Sammy was intense! We asked Westfield each won seven bouts but corded falls. Tom DelDuca (wrestling him to take some chances and he did the Farmers not only won every tossup at 152-lbs) and Chris Johnson (189-lbs) that. The kid had rubber shoulders bout but recorded five falls and two each won a 6-5 decision, 135-lb Mark and it looked like we weren’t going decisions and yielded three falls, a Boyd recorded a 9-1 majority decision to get the fall, so we figured let’s start technical fall, a majority decision and 112-lb Sammy Kramer chalked up working for that tech,” said Kurz. and two decisions to the Blue Devils. a 21-5, technical fall. The Farmers recorded a fall at 119, “We had no business losing this Beginning at 112, Kramer took the a 5-0 decision at 125 and a 5-1 deci- dual meet,” said a disappointed Blue takedown route to seize victory over sion at 130 to take a 12-5 team lead Devil Head Coach Glen Kurz. “Be- Ryan Lockwood. Kramer recorded CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 ALL FIVE DEVIL STARTERS HIT DOUBLE FIGURES Blue Devil Cagers Tranquilize Cougar Boys in 2nd Half, 73-34

By DAVID B. CORBIN who scored four points and grabbed 2 and Power was 2-5. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times seven rebounds, helped to control Cougar star, junior Terence Grier, Never, in recent memory, has the the boards with six rebounds. Tyshon scored 19 points, including three 3- Westfield High School boys basket- Blackmon sank 10 points and yanked pointers, but was held scoreless in the ball team defeated rival Cranford by five rebounds and Jan Cocozziello first quarter and fourth quarter. Team- such a wide margin, but the 9-5 Blue banged in 12 points, including two 3- mate Chris Drechsel put up five points. Devils did everything right in the pointers, and had four rebounds. The Blue Devils jumped to a 6-0 second half, outgunning the 7-9 Cou- “We came in ready,” said Bryant. run in the first quarter and led 12-9 gars, 50-15, to capture a lopsided, “Everybody had their head together. entering the second quarter where 73-34, victory in Westfield on Janu- The whole year, coach has been tell- they scored the first seven points ary 29. Sharing the offensive wealth, ing me, ‘I got to get rebounds, I got before Grier answered by hitting a all five Blue Devil starters, led by to get rebounds,’ so I came in and got field goal followed by a three banger. junior Eric Hayes with 14 points, hit the rebounds. I was in the paint more, After Korfmacher and Bryant each double figures. the last three games.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 Blue Devil Terrance Bryant netted The Blue Devils were also suc- 13 points and, along with Joe cessful from the free throw line, hit- Korfmacher who scored 11 points, ting 13-17 for 76.5 percent – 10-14 in pulled down eight rebounds and the second half. Hayes was 5-6, swiped two steals, and Brian Power Bryant was 4-4, Cocozziello was 2-

David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times STRONG UNDER THE BOARD…Blue Devil Joe Korfmacher, No. 22, pulled down eight rebounds and scored 11 points in the, 73-34, romp over the Cougars in Westfield on January 29. Page 12 Thursday, February 5, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Blue Devil Swim Girls Win Raider Boys Come Back, Nip 12th-Straight UC Crown Blue Devil Hoopmen, 60-56 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Plenty of team depth and some Fowler at 2:05.96. GL’s Pflug took strong performances earned the sixth- fifth at 2:10.65 and Blue Devil Cristine been hot and they destroyed The Raiders stepped up the inten- ranked Westfield High School girls Clark placed sixth at 2:11.55. Cranford.” sity in the fourth quarter and recap- swimming team its 12th-straight Raiders Meral Akyuz, Jillian The Raiders, exhibiting strong tured the lead, 56-54, with 1:30 re- Union County Championship at Dunn Murphy, Kristen Henkels and defense, shot ahead 9-0 in the first maining. Korfmacher, on a jumper, Center in Elizabeth on January 31.The Cameron won the 200-freestyle relay quarter. With the Raiders leading, tied the game for the sixth time. With Blue Devils totaled 285 points fol- in 1:46.09. Westfield took second at 11-5, Caracter went out of the game 45 ticks left, Fuller dropped in the lowed by Governor Livingston at 199 1:46.25 and GL placed fourth at and the flow changed when Hayes three-point game winner. and Scotch Plains-Fanwood at 179. 1:47.72. The Raiders placed second frayed the net with three three-point- “Everyone out there thinks that Union Catholic finished fifth with a in the 400-freestyle relay with a time ers and Bryant sank two 3-pointers Scotch Plains without Caracter is a total of 92. of 3:54.51 followed by Westfield at but the Raiders hung on to lead, 20- nothing team,” said Fuller. “We’re a The Blue Devil girls won only two 3:56.82, GL at 4:02.6 and Union 19, at the end of the quarter. young team and we showed every- events but packed in four seconds, Catholic at 4:08.19. “We had to adjust by bringing body that we can step up and rise to three thirds, three fourths, two fifths Fred Lecomte (Earlier files) for The Westfield Leader and The Times Thomas underneath and they were the challenges, from the first man to Blue Devil Dickson touched sec- ON THE WINNING TEAM…Andrew Prunesti was one of the Blue Devil and two sixths. Jackie De La Fuente ond in the 200-individual medley with all over him, but he held his own and the twelfth. The plan was to feed foursome that won the 200-medley relay at the Union County Tournament. He did the job,” said Doherty. Thomas the ball; Thomas then to touched first in the 100-yard breast- a time of 2:21.64 followed by GL’s also placed third in the 500-yard freestyle. stroke with a time of 1:10.79 followed Mary Jane Pijanowski at 2:21.72, Blue Both teams put on a show and kick it out and find the open man for by Amanda Dickson at 1:11.49 and Devils Kylie Fraser at 2:22.88 and captured the crowd but the Blue Dev- the jump shots. I took my shots and GL’s Caitlin Zimmerman at 1:12.37. Darrellann Smith at 2:24.56 and GL’s BARTHOLOMEW, HEINEN WIN 2 EACH ils won the second quarter, 13-12, to they happened to fall for me tonight. GL’s Kelsey Hall finished fifth at Katie Zaeh at 2:25.76. Fraser touched even the game at 32 apiece. The crowd got into it. I was happy for 1:14.7 and Blue Devil Callie Meserole second in the 100-butterfly at 1:03.1 Cocozziello netted six and Raider the team.” touched sixth at 1:14.77. Blue Devils and Viking Erin O’Connor took fourth Johnson sank six. Westfield 19 13 15 9 56 Becky Fallon, De La Fuente, Brittany at 1:04.24. O’Connor also placed third Blue Devil Boys Capture “When you play Westfield, Sc. Pl.-Fanwood 20 12 10 18 60 Reyes and Kirsten Selert won the 200- in the 100-backstroke at 1:04.85 fol- Cocozziello is the first one you look medley relay with a time of 1:56.81. lowed by Blue Devil Fallon at 1:05 at,” said Doherty. “He scored 29 on The Raiders finished fourth at 2:00.73 and Raiders Murphy at 1:06.23 and 46th UC Swim Crown us in the last game, so we knew we High School Boys and GL took fifth at 2:02.75. Kosenick at 1:06.88. had to stop him but, to the same Raider Amanda Cameron won two Viking Hand touched second in The Westfield High School boys touched second in the 200-free with extent, they have other kids who can Basketball Results: events, touching at 56.1 in the 100- the 500-free with a time of 5:28.98 swimming team captured its fifth- a time of 1:51.99. Raider Jon shoot. We knew if we could stop the JANUARY 29: free and 2:01.9 in the 200-free. GL’s followed by GL’s Hall at 5:33.74 and straight Union County swimming Sheffield placed fourth at 1:59.25, three’s, we had a shot. It allowed us RAHWAY 60, GOVERNOR LIVINGSTON 38 to pressure the ball a little more.” Jon Moss sank 12 points for the 8-4 Highland- Ange Pflug took second in the 100 at Gabby DeFiglia at 5:37.33 and Blue title and 46th in the 47-year history Blue Devil Tim Kolenut took fifth at ers in defeat. 57.34 followed by Blue Devils Selert Devil De La Fuente at 5:47.81. GL’s of the tournament at Dunn Center in Westfield made its biggest run in 2:00.96 and GL’s Jon Denby was Gov. Livingston 11 8 10 9 38 at 58.66 and Danielle Heffernan at Moira Price touched first in the 50- Elizabeth on January 30. The Blue sixth at 2:01.1. the third quarter, outscoring the Raid- Rahway 10 17 18 15 60 ers, 15-9. Cocozziello bucketed a 58,82. UC Viking Jennifer Hand free at 25.8 followed by Selert at Devils, who won eight of the 11 Jon Sheffield touched second in JANUARY 30: touched second in the 200 at 2:05.27 26.29. GL’s Lauren Hauser finished events, totaled 346 while Scotch the 100-butterfly at 56.31 followed three and two-pointer, Tyshon BREARLEY 59, UNION CATHOLIC 49 followed by Blue Devil Suzanna sixth at 26.77. Plains-Fanwood placed second at 171 by Blue Devil Gurdus at 56.48 and Blackmon put up four and Hayes, Mike Seamon and Shannon Brown each netted and Governor Livingston placed third Raider Mike Sheffield at 57.45. Bryant and Joe Korfmacher added 13 points for the Vikings. two each. Union Catholic 9 11 16 13 49 at 156. Union Catholic placed ninth Raider David Hauptman touched Brearley (12-0) 13 16 17 13 59 with 41 points. “They have an outside game, but second in the 50-free at 23.77, GL’s NEWARK CENTRAL 53, GOVERNOR Blue Devil senior Ryan Matt Bocian took fourth at 24.4 and they weren’t shooting, so we took LIVINGSTON 50 Bartholomew touched first in the 50- Blue Devil Baran took fifth at 24.81. advantage of that and tried to get the Jon Moss sank 23 points and Bryan Beal put up yard freestyle with a time of 22.22 Blue Devil Andrew Prunesti took ball in the post because they really 14 for the 8-5 Highlanders. and first in the 100-free with a time didn’t have any big man,” explained Newark Central 10 22 12 9 53 third in the 500-free at 5:20.65 and Gov. Livingston 14 9 13 14 50 of 49.38. Chris Heinen also won two P.J. Harley was fifth at 5:31.39. GL’s Bryant. “Defensively, I was very individual events, touching first in Paul Ebert took third in the 100-free motivated and tried to force turn- the 500-free at 5:11.24 and first in at 50.85 and Raider David Hauptman overs. Even though I was in foul PUBLIC NOTICE the 100-butterfly at 54.51. Pat Daurio took fifth at 52.41. trouble, I took my chances.” TOWN OF WESTFIELD took top honors in the 200-individual The Blue Devils swept the relay INVITATION TO BID medley with a time of 2:06.9 fol- events. In the 200-free relay, SEALED PROPOSALS WILL BE RE- lowed by teammate Dan Charbanov High School Girls CEIVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL Schoenfeld, David Hedman, Bran- OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD AT THE at 2:07.28. don Cuba and Kolenut seized first at MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 425 EAST Charbanov placed second in the 1:36.55 followed by the Raiders at Basketball Results: BROAD STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW 100-backstroke with a time of 58.71 1:38.7. GL placed fourth at 1:39.69. JERSEY, AT 10:00 A.M., PREVAILING JANUARY 29: TIME ON MONDAY, APRIL 5, 2004 FOR: followed by Governor Livingston’s Kevin Hobson, Charbanov, UNION CATHOLIC 40, ROSELLE CATHOLIC Steve Rubino at 59.69 and Blue Devil Bartholomew and Heinen won the 25 USER-FEE BASED RESIDEN- Luke Baran at 1:01.87. Raider Mike The Vikings’ defensive skills seem to be sharp- TIAL CLEANUP PROGRAM 400-free relay in 3:23.4 followed by ening as Union County Tournament time nears. FOR BULKY HOUSEHOLD Fragna touched sixth at 1:03.92. GL at 3:36.26. The Raiders placed Ashley Whittemore scored 14 points and Lauren WASTE. Daurio took second in the 100-breast- Huber put up 17 points for the 9-4 Vikings. sixth at 3:56.02. Baran, Prunesti, PROPOSALS SHALL BE IN WRITING stroke with a time of 1:03.58. Blue Gurdus and Daurio touched first in Roselle Catholic 9 4 6 6 25 Union Catholic 15 12 9 4 40 ON THE FORMS FURNISHED AND Devils Sam Gurdus was fourth at the 200-medley relay at 1:46.21 fol- MUST BE DELIVERED AT THE PLACE 1:05.64 and Josh Schoenfeld was lowed by GL at 1:47.55 and the RIDGE 55, GOVERNOR LIVINGSTON 41 AND BEFORE THE HOUR ABOVE MEN- Danielle McCann scored nine points for the GL TIONED, AND MUST BE ACCOMPANIED fifth at 1:06.65. Schoenfeld also Highlanders. Raiders at 1:50.44. BY A CERTIFIED CHECK, OR BID BOND, Ridge 12 16 17 10 55 PAYABLE TO THE TOWN OF PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Gov. Livingston 4 10 7 20 41 WESTFIELD, IN THE AMOUNT OF SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION JANUARY 30: $500.00. EACH BID MUST ALSO BE ACCOMPANIED BY A SURETY COM- NOTICE OF MEETINGS GOVERNOR LIVINGSTON 46, NORTH (In Compliance with OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT - Chapter 231) PLAINFIELD 36 PANY CERTIFICATE STATING THAT Alison York sank 16 points and Danielle *ADDENDUM TO REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETINGS* SAID SURETY COMPANY WILL PRO- McCann scored nine for the Highlanders while VIDE THE BIDDER WITH THE RE- TYPE OF MEETING: Open Agenda Meeting/Adopt 2004-05 Tentative Budget Amanda McGrath netted eight. QUIRED PERFORMANCE BOND IN THE Regular Public Meeting/Public Hearing on Budget Gov. Livingston 18 12 9 7 46 FULL AMOUNT OF THE CONTRACT, BY North Plainfield 5 17 5 9 36 A NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT AND A Revised DATE OF MEETINGS: From: Thursday, March 11, 2004 To: Tuesday, March 9, 2004 JANUARY 31: CONTRACTOR’S QUALIFICATION From: Thursday, March 25, 2004 ST. DOMINIC 52, WESTFIELD 22 STATEMENT, AND A STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP, ON THE FORMS IN- To: Tuesday, March 30, 2004 Lauren Sinnenberg scored eight points and Christina Fietkiewicz sank seven for Westfield. CLUDED IN, AND EXPLAINED IN THE LOCATION: Administration Building St. Dominic 12 18 12 10 52 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. Evergreen Avenue & Cedar Street Westfield 3 7 5 7 22 BIDDERS MUST COMPLY WITH ALL Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 127 PL 1975 FEBRUARY 2: TIME: 8:00 p.m. SUPPLEMENT TO THE LAW AGAINST PLAINFIELD 50, WESTFIELD 33 DISCRIMINATION (AFFIRMATIVE AC- PURPOSE OF MEETING: Set agenda and discuss. Katie Judd sank nine points for Westfield and Lauren Simmons scored eight. TION), AND MUST PAY WORKMEN THE ACTION TO BE TAKEN: Action will be taken. PREVAILING WAGE RATES PROMUL- Plainfield (11-5) 15 14 19 2 50 GATED BY THE NEW JERSEY DEPART- 1 T - 2/5/04, The Times Fee: $35.70 Westfield (0-17) 3 2 13 14 33 MENT OF LABOR AND INDUSTRY FOR THIS PROJECT, COPIES OF WHICH ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE TOWN ENGINEER. SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE SEEN OR PROCURED ($25.00) AT THE OFFICE OF THE TOWN ENGINEER, PUBLIC WORKS CENTER, 959 NORTH AVENUE WEST, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY. THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS, IF IN THE INTEREST OF THE TOWN, IT IS DEEMED ADVISABLE TO DO SO. KENNETH B. MARSH TOWN ENGINEER 1 T - 2/5/04, The Leader Fee: $48.45

PUBLIC NOTICE BOARD OF EDUCATION WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed proposals will be received by the Board of Education of the Westfield School District, Union County, New Jersey, at the Board of Education, 302 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jersey, for the following supplies, equipment or services: BID FOR: B 05-01 INDUSTRIAL ART SUPPLIES FOR 2004-2005 SCHOOL YEAR BIDS DUE: MARCH 1, 2004 AT 2:00 PM The bids will be received at the Adminis- tration Building, 302 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090, on the date and at the time indicated, and then publicly opened and read aloud. Bids must be in strict compliance with specifications. Specifications may be se- cured from , Purchasing Office 302 Elm Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090 (908) 789-4407. Bids must be made on the pro- posal forms in the manner designated. Pro- posals must be endorsed on the outside of the sealed envelope, with the name of the bidder, the bidder’s address and the name of the supplies, equipment, or services for which the bid is submitted. It is understood and agreed that proposals may be delivered before the time or at the place specified for opening. The Board of Education assumes no responsibility for bids mailed or misdi- rected in delivery. The Board of Education of the Town of Westfield, in Union County, New Jersey, reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids for the whole or any part and waive any informalities in the interest of the Board of Education. No bid may be with- drawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date set for the opening thereof. Bidding shall be in conformance with the applicable requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-1 et. seq., pertaining to the “Public School Contracts Law”. Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of P.L. 1975, C.127, (NJAC 17:27). BIDDERS NOTE: Each bid shall be ac- companied by a bid bond, cashier’s check or certified check made payable to the Westfield Board of Education, for ten per- cent (10%) of the amount of the total bid, however, not to exceed $20,000. By order of the Town of Westfield Board of Education, Union County, New Jersey. Robert A. Berman Board Secretary 1 T - 2/5/04, The Leader Fee: $53.04 A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 5, 2004 Page 13 SINNENBERG BUCKETS 13, HAULS IN 5 REBOUNDS Devils Cagers Tap Cougars, 73-34 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Cougar Basketballers Reject added two points, Grier nailed another 3-pointer and Chris Brown hit a jumper to end the half at 23-19 in favor of Lady Blue Devils, 52-25 Westfield. During that half, both teams had some difficulty with its passing game and with its shooting game. By FRED LECOMTE second half when they could of very the right time for rebounds and The story, however, was quite dif- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times easily just packed it in and laid down.” outscored the Blue Devils, 15-8. ferent for the Blue Devils in the No pressure, all patience and never From the onset, the Cougars Sinnenberg put in five points and second half as their inside passes giving up describes this year’s young pounced on the Blue Devils to build Flannery contributed three. were successfully getting to their Westfield High School basketball a 15-6 first-quarter lead. Sinnenberg In the fourth quarter, the Blue men and their shots were hitting the team; however, the Blue Devils’ ef- was on offensively and sank six Devils came out on fire with a 3-2 mark. After the Cougars scored the forts fell short at the hands of the points. Cranford’s defense got very and overload offense that poked the first two points of the third quarter, Cranford Cougars, 52-25, in Cranford stingy in the second quarter and stuck Cougars for 11 points while the de- the Blue Devils zoomed on a 9-0 run, on January 29. the blue shirts to zero while the of- fense went into a full court man-to- aided by a technical foul, to take a Sophomore power forward man, limiting Cranford 32-21 lead. But after hitting four of Lauren Sinnenberg led the Blue to five points. Judd nailed its five 3-pointers, Westfield out- Devils with 13 points, includ- a three-pointer and rolled pointed Cranford, 25-13, to take a ing a three-pointer, and led the in a lay up. ElKoury, 48-32 lead into the fourth quarter. defense with five rebounds, three McGrath and Sinnenberg The Cougars seemed to be dazed, blocked shots and two steals. each added two points. Junior point guard Kate Judd hit “At the half, we set a David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times as if hit being hit by a tranquilizing CRANKING HIM OVER FOR THE FALL…Blue Devil Lee Tomasso, top, gun, and the Blue Devils unloaded from downtown and finished goal to finish the game begins to crank Jose Nazario to his back, using an arm bar and wrist hold, in the with 22 unanswered points in the with five points. Sophomore with 25 points. It was 160-lb bout. Tomasso pinned Nazario in 1:35. fourth quarter before they managed Sam Zucker gathered two re- tough because we only to bucket a 2-pointer minutes after bounds, hit from the stripe and had six points, but we the Westfield bench came in to play. accounted for one steal. Sopho- went for it,” explained The quarter ended with a 25-2, Blue mores MaryKate Flannery had Sinnenberg. “We moved Devil trampling. two steals, Abby Chazanow and the ball around better, Farmers Win Key Bouts, Nip “At halftime, in the locker room, Katie Read had two assists each worked our passes and coach (Kevin) Everly said, ‘too many and freshman Casey ElKoury got the ball inside a lot Blue Devil Wrestlers, 36-33 times we came close and a lot of accounted for two rebounds. better. Personally, I have times we didn’t win, so we came out Cougar Melissa Montalvo fin- been working hard on my CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 in the second half with a killer in- ished with a team-leading 18 inside game and posting points and Amanda Porter up on shots inside, re- before Boyd recorded a takedown, a got the best of him. stinct,” explained Korfmacher. “We three-point near fall and a four-point shot real well tonight. We were in scored 15. bounding and getting “Chris was not feeling 100 per- “I can honestly say that I’m second shots off, so I’m near fall to pick up his majority cent. He hasn’t practiced in a while. their face and didn’t let them take decision over Nelson Gomes. any easy shots. They took bad shots proud of the girls because they glad it paid off.” He gave a gutsy performance. He did work hard, never quit and they “My biggest positive Blue Devil Dan Whitney had a 4- it for the team,” stated Kurz. and we capitalized. We had lots of 1 lead over Josh Nazario in the sec- mismatches on Cranford. Our guards never stop fighting,” said Blue with this team is that they In a match that could have gone Devil Head Coach Joe Marino. come to practice every ond period but fell victim to a fall in either way, Farmer Mark Cox caught are a lot bigger than their guards. We 3:41 at 140-lbs then undefeated got Jan and Terrance down low and “That’s very important, espe- day, regardless of their Steve Cruikshank in a headlock and cially when you’re getting beat Fred K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times record. They work very Chuck Mueller pinned Joe Dorea in ended the 215-lb bout in 1:14. capitalized.” NO STOPPING THEM…Sophomores Lauren Sinnenberg, 1:54 to give the Farmers a 24-9 lead. “Everyone played well, Eric, up the way we have been get- hard and execute their Gismondi, wrestling 273-lb Solomon left, and Anna Mcgrath, No. 21, played a tough defensive DelDuca recorded two first-period Okereke, recorded a takedown before Tyshon, Jan, Joe,” stated Bryant. “The ting beat up on the court. We set game against the Cougars. Sinnenberg netted 13 points. drills 100 percent. Yes, some goals at halftime, came we are a very young takedowns and a reversal to edge settling him in 2:53 with a half nelson. starting five got the bench in. We Isiah Lowe at 152-lbs then Tomasso came ready.” back and moved the ball around very fense scored 17 points to give the team, but eventually we are going to “I’m 228 pounds. I am a light heavy- well. Sinnenberg had a very good Cougars a 32-6 halftime lead. turn this thing around,” predicted faced Jose Nazario at 160-lbs. In a weight. I’m going heavyweight for Cranford 9 10 13 2 34 quick skirmish, Nazario grabbed Westfield 12 11 25 25 73 game today; as a matter of fact, the The Cougars reacted quickly in Marino. the team and for myself. I missed all whole team worked excellent in the the third quarter and seemed to posi- Tomasso’s head and they both rolled last season,” said Gismondi. “He tried Westfield 6 0 8 11 25 to the mats, but Tomasso rolled Ethan Powell Gets Pin tion themselves in the right place at Cranford 15 17 15 5 52 to headlock me. His arms were open. Area High School through and clamped Nazario with I got behind his hips and halved him.” For Muhlenberg Matmen PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE an arm bar in 1:35. Mench took only 17 seconds to pin Allentown, Pa. — Freshman Ethan SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION “The kid tried to headlock Lee and John Simpson. Powell of Westfield was one of seven Wrestling Results: Lee re-rolled him,” Kurz explained. NOTICE OF MEETINGS WEIGHT SEQUENCE: Muhlenberg wrestlers to record a pin JANUARY 31: (In Compliance with OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT - Chapter 231) “We expect six points from Lee and 112: — Kramer (W) tf. Lockwood, 21-5, ROSELLE PARK (8-2) 38, RAHWAY (8-3) 21 *ADDENDUM TO REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETINGS* in the Mules’ 48-12 win over Mari- Key Bouts: he did his normal thing.” 5:50 time on January 31, tying a school 112: — Ryan Wilson (Ra) d. Brian Swick, 6-0 TYPE OF MEETING: Budget Review Meetings “He was going for the headlock 119: — Tom Duffy (U) p. Matt Kamal, 3:48 record set on January 17, 1947, 130: — Ed McCray (Ra) d. John Delaurentis, 8-3 and I read it. I dropped my hips in. He 125: — Guirmalda (U) d. MacKay, 5-0 135: — Joe Blackford (RP) d. Justin Racelis, 12-5 DATE OF MEETINGS: Tuesday, February 10, 2004 130: — Jackangelo (U) d. Hewit, 5-1 against Brooklyn Polytechnic. 152: — Jim Garrison (RP) p. Marlon Zuniga, 3:09 Tuesday, February 24, 2004 was a strong kid, so that was kind of 135: — Boyd (W) md. Gomes, 9-1 Muhlenberg came close to the record Hwt: — Jose Aravena (RP) p. Darnell Butler, 1:11 Tuesday, March 2, 2004 a risky move,” commented Tomasso. 140: — Nazario (U) p. Whitney, 3:41 in last year’s Maritime match, notch- NEW PROVIDENCE 73, BUTLER 3 LOCATION: Administration Building The Farmers took a 30-18 lead 145: — Mueller (U) p. Joe Dorea, 1:54 ing six pins in a 45-9 victory. Key Bouts: Evergreen Avenue & Cedar Street after recording a fall at 171-lbs, then 152: — DelDuca (W) d. Lowe, 6-5 125: — Ross Baldwin (NP) d. Bowman, 5-1 Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 160: — Tomasso (W) p. Nazario, 1:35 Powell, wrestling in the first bout 189: — Shane Mallory (NP) p. Stanich, :56 Johnson, having been sidelined for 171: — Von Linden (U) p. Willard, 3:41 TIME: 7:30 p.m. of the match at 165, got the Mules (3- NEW PROVIDENCE (12-1) 67, SOUTH RIVER two weeks due to a knee injury, 189: — Johnson (W) d. Ahearn, 6-5 11) off to a good start, opening up a (3-9) 9 PURPOSE OF MEETING: Review and discuss 2004-05 school budget. recorded three takedowns on Tom 215: — Cox (U) p. Cruikshank, 1:14 13-2 lead before getting the pin at the Key Bouts: Ahearn and held a 6-1 lead in the Hwt: — Gismondi (W) p. Okereke, 2:53 125: — Jon Reedy (NP) p. Bongiovi, 1:58 ACTION TO BE TAKEN: No action will be taken. 103: — Mench (W) p. Simpson, 0:17 4:47 mark. 189: — Shane Mallory (NP) p. Heiser, :16 1 T - 2/5/04, The Times Fee: $32.64 third period before his conditioning

Dutch Colonial Page 14 Thursday, February 5, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION FSPY ‘C’ Gymnasts Defeat FSPY Piranha Boys Make Montclair, ‘B’ Girls Fall Splash at Swim Tri-Meet The Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA in the all-around, first on beam and The Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA touches. (FSPY) “B” gymnastic team lost to third on floor. Patty Matejek placed Piranhas boys swim team had a strong In butterfly, (8&U) Ryan Gajdzisz host Montclair Y, 89.15-86.9, but the second on unevens and third on vault. showing against the Somerset Hills Y (17.63) and Jeff Peart (21.25) took “C” team won, 90.65-65.1 on January Allison Zeller placed third on beam. and Summit Area Y in a tri-meet on third and fourth, respectively. (9-10) 17. Magda Mierzejewska, who placed January 24. Joe Dunn placed third in 34.37. (11- In “C” Division action, (9U) Kaitlyn second on vault and unevens, and In individual medley, (9-10) Joe 12s) Erik Walker (29.74) and Mike Frey placed first in vault, balance beam Natalie Szaroleta competed in the age Dunn placed third in 1:21:57. John Henkels (33.02) touched 1-3, as did and floor exercise and Katie 14 group. Murphy, Ryan Hobson and Ryan (13-18s) Ryan Hauptman (59.55) and Buchbinder took second on vault and McKenna had strong efforts. (11-12s) Scott Marino (1:02.77). beam. In the age 10 group, Sarah Local Gymnasts Take Erik Walker (2:28.94) and Donnie In relays, the (8&Us) Gajdzisz, VanBuskirk placed first in the all- First in Allentown Keenan (2:34.79) and (13-18s) Billy Boyle, DeBiasse and Walsh (1:22.75) around, vault and floor, and second Swenson (2:08.16) and James Livolsi and (11-12s) Z. Peart, D. Keenan, on uneven bars and beam. Alivia The Class IV boys team from (2:12.02) took 1-2 in their respective Walker and M. Henkels (2:06.17) DeMaria took second in the all-around, Surgents Elite Gymnastics, coached groups. claimed second, while (13-18s) J. vault and floor and first on unevens by Russ Shupak and Newton Ribeiro, In 50-yard freestyle, (8&U) Ryan Livolsi, S. Marino, B. Swenson and and beam. Alexa Uvino took third in placed first in the team competition at Gajdzisz (34.56) won easily. John Green (1:51.86) and Hauptman, the all-around, unevens, beam and the Lehigh Valley Men’s Gymnastics Boyle swam a personal best 38.07 and O’Donnell, E. Swenson and Feeley floor. Lisa Matrale placed third on Invitational held on January 18 in was edged for third by .03. Jeff Peart (1:53.34) finished 1-2. (9-10s) Dunn, vault. Allentown, Pa. TOP HONORS IN GYMNASTICS…The Class IV team from Surgent’s Elite and Sam Bebout swam well. (9-10) Baliko, Jan and Murphy took third in Hannah Kronick, 11, took first on In the 10-11 year old category, Paul Gymnastics placed first in the Lehigh Valley Men’s Gymnastics Invitational in Greg Baliko (1:07.84) took second in 2:36.97. beam and floor while Kelsey Herbig Rizkalla, Jr. of Westfield placed first Allentown, Pa. Pictured, left to right, are: first row; Andrew Gialanella, Tyler the 100-free, while Mike Daly, Greg took first on vault and second on beam. in the all-around with a score of 47.95. Trendy, Coach Russ Shupak and Zach Trendy; second row, Steve Morgan, Paul Favreau and Ben Ross rounded out Lee Tomasso Commits Lisa Matrale placed third on vault. He also took first on pommel horse Rizkalla, Jr. and Daniel Zavaro. the 9-10 freestyle squad. (11-12s) Kristen Schmicker, 12, placed first on and parallel bars, second on high bar, Zach Peart and Mike Henkels touched To Rider to Play Soccer vault and second on beam and floor. third on rings and fourth on floor. 1-2 in 59:17 and 1:04.69, respectively, Lee Tomasso, a Westfield High In “B” Division action, (12U) Olivia Steve Morgan placed second in the Hot Stove Dinner to Feature while Peter Weigal and Tim Foster School senior and Co-Captain of this Dunham took third in the all-arounds all-around with a score of 46.45 and finished 1-2 in their heat. (13-18) Eric year’s varsity soccer team, has com- and second on the unevens, beam and placed first on high bar, second on Swenson’s 1:55.13 earned first place mitted to play soccer at Rider Univer- floor. Samantha Mazzucco took first vault, third on floor and fourth on Ex-Yank/Met Elliot Maddox in 200-free. Daniel Livolsi, Jon Feeley sity, a Division 1 school, next year. He on the unevens and second on vault. pommel horse. Andrew Gialanella and Matt Green also competed well. will sign a national letter of intent Victoria Shack also competed. placed fifth in the all-around and fourth MOUNTAINSIDE – The Union with a 23-1 record. At the University In breaststroke, (8&U) Matt during the signing period, which be- Allison Lasher, 13, placed second on both vault and high bar. Tyler County Baseball Association will in- of Miami, he posted a 42-13 record, DeBiasse (23.03) and John Boyle gins February 1. Trendy placed second on pommel duct four new members into the Union making him one of the school’s top- (24.48) took second and fourth place, Tomasso, a three-year starter, was a PUBLIC NOTICE horse and fourth on parallel bars. County Baseball Hall of Fame during five pitchers. Additionally, he holds as did (9-10s) Ryan Henkels (45.25) two-time Coaches Association All- In the 12+ category, Zach Trendy awards ceremonies on Sunday, Febru- the school record with a 1.82 ERA TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS and John Murphy (48.14). Matt State, All-Union County, and all ary 8, at the 68th Annual Hot Stove and 27 complete games. He was in- PLANNING BOARD placed seventh in the all-around and Marino, Sam Bebout, Ben Ross and Watchung Conference selection. He third both pommel horse and parallel League Dinner at the L’Affaire Ban- ducted into the University of Miami Ryan Hobson turned in strong swims. has played with the State Under-19 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at the quet Center in Mountainside at 1 p.m. Sports Hall of Fame in 1987. Planning Board meeting of the Township of bars. Daniel Zavaro placed sixth on (11-12) Donnie Keenan touched 2nd Olympic Development Team and was Scotch Plains held on January 26, 204, the vault. The event, sponsored by the Union George Lewis was an outstanding in 37.49, while Peter Livolsi, Sean a region pool selection at the Region 1 Board adopted the Resolution of Approval County Baseball Association in coop- catcher in high school, in semi-pro Lockier and Pat Keenan added depth. camp. for Minor Subdivision of J & M Park Co., PUBLIC NOTICE eration with the Union County Board leagues and with the Boston Red Sox (13-18) Brian O’Donnell’s 1:16.99 Tomasso, an honor roll student, LLC/Warren Hanscom, 401-409A Park of Chosen Freeholders and the Union organization. At Rahway High School, Avenue, Block 1501, Lots 8 & 9. BOROUGH OF FANWOOD netted third. scored over 1,200 on his college County Department of Parks and Rec- The file pertaining to this application is in PLANNING BOARD he hit over .400 in his junior and In backstroke, Tim Walsh (19:74) boards and is interested in pursuing a the Office of the Planning Board and avail- Notice is hereby given that on February reation, will honor Stanley Jakubowski senior years and helped Rahway win and Brendan McKenna (23.07) major in business. able for inspection during business hours. 25, 2004 at 8:00 P.M. in the Borough Hall of of Union, George Lewis of Rahway, two Union County championships, Barbara Horev touched first and third. (9-10) Ryan “Educationally, Rider’s business the Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine Bob Murawski of Elizabeth and Bill three state group titles and one Greater Henkels (39:48) took fourth, while program is very strong and they have Secretary to the Planning Board Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, the Plan- Simo of New Providence. Newark tournament championship. At 1 T - 2/5/04, The Times Fee: $14.28 Kevin Jan, Ryan McKenna and Keith a commitment to leadership skills and ning Board will hold a public hearing for an The special guest speaker will be Wagner College, he captained the base- application to widen a driveway at 225 King Montiero had strong efforts. (11-12s) are very supportive of internships,” PUBLIC NOTICE Street, Fanwood, New Jersey also known former major leaguer Elliott Maddox, ball team during his sophomore and Zach Peart (30.50) and Peter Livolsi stated Tomasso. as Block 107, Lot 12 as shown on the who distinguished himself at Union junior years, batted over .300 in the BOROUGH OF MOUNTAINSIDE Fanwood Tax Map. The following variance (34.38) took first and fourth. (13-18s) Tomasso has been recruited by over High School and later was elected to Nova Scotia College All-Star League Ryan Hauptman (56.63) and Billy 30 Division 1, 2 and 3 schools. Addi- BE IT RESOLVED that the Governing is requested from the Land Use Ordinance the Union County Baseball Hall of during the summers of 1954 and 1955, Body of the Borough of Mountainside does of the Borough of Fanwood: Swenson (59.40) turned in 1-2 tionally, he is an outstanding wrestler Fame. He played for the Detroit Ti- and led the league in home runs and hereby schedule its monthly meetings as Sec. 184-163A; Variance Requested: who won the Union County and Dis- follows for 2004: Driveway widening; Permitted: 10 feet; gers, Washington Senators, Texas RBI. He played professionally with trict 11 championships as a junior. He Present: 11 feet; Proposed: 21 feet. PUBLIC NOTICE WORK REGULAR Rangers, New York Yankees, Balti- the Red Sox organization. The application will also seek such other currently has over 70 career wrestling SESSION MEETING more Orioles and New York Mets Bob Murawski was a catcher for the TOWN OF WESTFIELD relief as may be determined necessary at wins. January 13 20 PLANNING BOARD the public hearing based upon review of the during his 11-year career. Thomas Jefferson High School (now February 10 17 application or amendment(s) to the applica- Tickets are $35, with proceeds go- Elizabeth High School) team that won Notice is hereby given that the Westfield March 9 16 tion. ing to help fund the Union County the Union County Conference in 1951 Planning Board at its meeting on Monday PUBLIC NOTICE April 13 20 All interested persons may be present February 2, 2004 memorialized the follow- May 11 18 Summer Youth Baseball League for and placed second in the Greater Newark TOWN OF WESTFIELD and heard. ing Board action of Thursday, January 8, June 8 15 youngsters, ages 8-15 and the newer Tournament. In 1951, he played semi- PLANNING BOARD The file pertaining to this application is 2004: July 13 20 available for public inspection during normal Fall Teen League. Tickets may be ob- pro ball for the Plattsburgh Carlings of Notice is hereby given that the Westfield August 10 17 03-19(V) 555 WESTFIELD AVENUE, business hours from the Secretary of the tained by calling (908) 527-4910. the Northern League in upstate New Planning Board at its meeting on Monday September 14 21 L.P., BLOCK 3003, LOT 39, Board at the Administration Offices of the February 2, 2004 memorialized the follow- October 12 19 Stan Jakubowski, a pitcher, had a 9- York. The New York Giants baseball SEEKING MINOR SITE PLAN. Borough of Fanwood at 75 North Martine ing Board action of Thursday, January 8, November 9 23 0 record his sophomore year, skipped organization signed him in 1952. APPLICANT SEEKS TO Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey. 2004: December 14 21 his junior year due to a football injury Bill Simo started for three years for RENOVATE EXISTING DEN- Michael F. and Patricia A. Vignola TAL OFFICE AND PRIOR 03-16(V) 111 TUDOR OVAL, MICHAEL Reorganization Meeting: Tuesday, Janu- 225 King Street and led his team to the Group 4 title in Elizabeth High School from 1962 ACCOUNTANT’S OFFICE TO & NANCY FISCHETTE, BLOCK ary 4, 2005 Fanwood, New Jersey 07023 1972, his senior year. He received All- through 1964, earning team Most ACCOMMODATE EXISTING 5004, LOT 81, SEEKING MI- 1 T - 2/5/04, The Leader Fee: $20.40 1 T - 2/5/04, The Times Fee: $28.56 State honors both years and finished Valuable Player honors as a senior. He PEDIATRIC DENTAL PRAC- NOR SUBDIVISION AP- was a First Team All-County selection TICE. APPLICANT ALSO PROVAL WITH VARIANCES. by the Elizabeth Daily Journal in his SEES TO CONSTRUCT EX- APPLICANT SEEKS TO CRE- TERIOR LIFT TO ACCOMMO- ATE TWO NEW SINGLE junior and senior years and gained DATE THE NEEDS OF SPE- FAMILY BUILDING LOTS All-State recognition from The Star- CIAL NEEDS PATIENTS. – FROM A SINGLE EXISTING Ledger. Simo played minor league Approved with conditions. LOT. – Approved with conditions. baseball with the Detroit Tigers orga- Kenneth B. Marsh Kenneth B. Marsh Secretary Secretary nization from 1964 to 1969. 1 T - 2/5/04, The Leader Fee: $22.44 1 T - 2/5/04, The Leader Fee: $18.36

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The workshop will focus on topics Burgdorff ERA are breaking all EDUCATION Two groups will begin meeting on related to the value of play, parenting records. ERA’s #1 Real Estate NEW PLANS FOR A NEW YEAR…New officers of the Scotch Plains Public Wednesday, February 18, for six- styles, behavior management/disci- Infant Caregivers. firm has training classes starting Library Board of Trustees and Friends of the Library meet with Director Meg week sessions. One group will meet pline, for example, and will explore Full & Part Time pos. avail. soon. Scholarships available. Kolaya to discuss plans for the year ahead. Pictured, standing left to right, are: from 4 to 5:30 p.m. and the other will areas of interest for the parents who Experience preferred. Call 1-866-BURGDORFF Mrs. Kolaya, Joe Duff, President of the Board of Trustees, and Bob Czaja, meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The fee for participate. The workshop is intended Westfield location. 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PLANNING THE FUTURE…These three teenagers – picture circa 1962 – celebrate the future and have grown to become well known figures in Scotch Plains. Pictured, left to right, are: Building Inspector Bob LaCosta with Vinnie and Nick Losavio of John’s Meat Market. Church Activities to Involve Senior Citizens and Youth WESTFIELD — The First Baptist Members of the church will also Church of Westfield, located at 170 visit residents and deliver homemade Elm Street, has announced details baked goods for the evening meal. for two upcoming activities. On Saturday, February 14, the On Sunday, February 8, church youth of the First Baptist Church members will conduct the weekly will serve a catered meal at the church worship service at the Baptist Home at 6 p.m. The festivities will also in Newark at 3:30 p.m. include live music and fun activities. Minister of Music Bill Mathews The $20 per person ticket price will provide music and Senior Pas- will cover expenses and contribute tor Dee Dee Turlington will preach. to scholarships for an April Mission Church member Edith Sturcke, a Trip. Reservations are required. For Baptist Home resident, will con- tickets or more information, please duct the Lord’s Supper. call (908) 233-2278. Overlook Hospital to Host Annual Heart Health Fair SUMMIT – February is heart health phasis on women’s heart health. month throughout the nation and Registration will begin at 8 a.m. Overlook Hospital is sponsoring its followed by a variety of presentations annual cardiac health fair on Saturday by Overlook Hospital cardiologists. February 7, at the hospital located 99 Topics include, Breakthroughs in Car- Beauvoir Avenue in Summit. diology by William Tansey, MD, Contrary to popular belief, heart Women and Heart Disease: The Femi- disease, not breast cancer, is the lead- nine Mistake by Michael Alexander, ing killer of women. According to MD and Mitral Valve Prolapse (heart the American Heart Association valve abnormality) by David Powell, (AHA), cardiovascular diseases cause MD. Free screenings for blood pres- the death of nearly 500,000 women sure, glucose, cholesterol and body each year. That number, says the fat analysis will also be provided. AHA, is more than the next seven Free screenings for blood pressure, causes of death combined, including glucose, cholesterol and body fat all forms of cancer. analysis will also be provided. The Healthy Heart Fair will provide The health fair is free, but registra- a variety of health screenings as well as tion is requested. To register for the physician lectures with a special em- fair, please call 1(800) 246-9580. A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES Thursday, February 5, 2004 Page 17

WAA Outreach Series: Part I - Collage Local Stars Michelle Le Poidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times PICTURED BELOW...Westfield resident and Westfield Art Association (WAA) member Mary Cho, far right in top photo, smiles as Barbara Zietchick, far left, shares a joke with Amy Sims, a resident at the Westfield Senior Citizens Housing Erin O’Brien Performs complex. Engrossed in their clipping and pasting, residents Laura Brewer, front, and Doris Miller (third from the left) were partners in creativity with Barbara In Fall Dance Concert Zietchick (second from the left) and Jana Sage Peterson (fourth from the left). WESTFIELD – Erin O’Brien Mostly Music Gives of Westfield danced in the works “In the End,” “Black Cat,” and Two Chances to See Caruana’s to Host Benefit “Once Upon a Time” in the Bucknell Dance Company’s fall Baroque Extravaganza dance concert at Bucknell Univer- WESTFIELD – During Sun- Gala ‘A Little Night Music’ sity in Lewisburg, Pa. day, February 15, there will be WESTFIELD – Arts supporters fine arts. A junior in international rela- two opportunities to see the Sal and Darleen Caruana of Founded by Valeria and Juan tions and sociology, Erin is the Mostly Music concert, “Baroque Westfield will host “A Little Night Pineda, the LOC has presented daughter of JoAnn O’Brien of Extravaganza,” with music by J.S. Music,” a benefit gala feting the Mozart’s “The Marriage of Figaro,” Westfield. She is also a Westfield Bach and Mozart. anniversary of the Little Opera Com- “L’Elisir d’amore,” “Callaveria High School graduate. Both concerts will include per- pany (LOC) of New Jersey on Satur- Rusticana,” “I Pagliacci,” “The Magic A member of Alpha Lambda formances by violinist Ana day, February 28, from 5 to 8 p.m. Flute,” among other performances. Delta honor society and the Na- Kavafian, cellist Carter Brey, vio- at their home on Dudley Avenue. The orchestra is conducted by tional Society of Collegiate Schol- list Cynthia Phelps, and forte pia- The principal singers, ensemble Robert Butts, conductor of the Ba- ars, Erin has been named to the nist Kenneth Cooper. and orchestra will participate in roque Orchestra of New Jersey. He Dean’s List for achieving a grade Before the 3 p.m. concert at marking the milestone of the orga- has performed as guest conductor point average of at least 3.5 of a Morrow Memorial Methodist nization, which unites professional for the Harmonic Society of St. possible 4.0. Church, 600 Ridgewood Road in opera singers and young people for Petersburg Russia and he has con- Erin is also a member of Pi Beta Maplewood, “Baroque Extrava- fully-staged opera productions. ducted Philharmonica de Stat Phi sorority. She has been an ac- ganza” will be held at 7:30 p.m. at The gala will raise funds for the Botosani in Romania. tive member of the Bucknell Dance Temple Emanu-El, 756 East Westfield Young Artists Company, performing in a dance Broad Street in Westfield. program and the LOC’s concert nearly every semester. In Maplewood, limited tick- 2004-2005 season. ets will be available at the door Additionally, the for $25 general admission or LOC will stage $22 for senior citizens. In Turnadot in Westfield WAA Outreach Westfield, ticket at the door will on Saturday and Sun- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 18 be available for the same prices, day, April 24 and 25, ing editions of The Westfield Leader with $1 student tickets. Stu- and Saturday, May 1. and The Scotch Plains-Fanwood dents must be 10 to 21 years of The LOC, a division Times’ Arts & Entertainment sec- age. of the New Jersey Work- tion of as part of an ongoing series For more information, please shop for the Arts, works spotlighting the WAA’s Outreach call (973) 762-0108. to create new artists and Program. new audiences for op- era. The experience is UCC Theater Project tuition-free. Singers from age 7 WESTFIELD WONDERS…Westfield High Offers Staged Reading School freshman Natalie Narotzky and Shelly to 18 compose the cho- Aberson-Narotzky, both of Westfield, have per- Of Flirt, A Comedy rus and sing with art- formed in many of the Little Opera Company’s ists from theaters such performances, including “The Magic Flute,” pic- CRANFORD – The Theater as the Metropolitan tured, above. Project at Union County Col- Opera and interna- lege (UCC) will present a staged tional competitions. The organiza- For more information about “A Valentine Concert to Benefit reading of Flirt by Verona resi- tion also provides scholarships to Little Night Music” or the LOC, dent Marie Trustis on Sunday, Westfield High School college- please call (908) 789-9696 or (908) February 8, at 3 p.m. at UCC on bound students interested in the 317-5412. Center For Women & Families 1033 Springfield Avenue in SCOTCH PLAINS – A Valentine Another scheduled performer, Cranford. weekend concert will be presented on Buckley Hugo, has been active in the Admission is free. A discussion Sunday, February 15, at 3 p.m. at the New York music scene since the late with Trustis and cast members Fourth Musical Club Concert First Presbyterian Church of Roselle, 1980s, having performed in various clas- will follow. located at the corner of West Fifth sical and jazz settings. As a saxophonist, An original comedy, Flirt offers Avenue and Chestnut Street, for the he led his own saxophone quintet “The lessons in what not to do for those To Feature Wind Compositions benefit of the Scotch Plains-based NY San Messengers,” and played with who love too wisely or too well. Center For Women & Families. the jazz quartet “Riff Raff.” GRANT RECIPIENT...Dennis A playwright and actor, Trustis WESTFIELD – The fourth con- for Germany’s top clarinetist, Heinrich cert of the Musical Club of Westfield Baermann, in 1816. Many experienced musicians are do- “The Harmony Grits,” a male vocal Jenkins, President of The Celebration has performed for 20 years in Singers, left, under the direction of theater and film. An earlier ver- will be held on Wednesday, February Whippany pianist John Blasdale will nating their time and talents to this ensemble, which has a wide and lively Sean Berg, accepted the group’s event, including Mary Beth McFall, a repertoire, will offer the timeless sounds sion of Flirt was accepted into the 11, at 1 p.m. at the First Baptist perform “Arabesques No. 1 in E Ma- UnionCounty Arts Grant. The award Samuel French Playwriting Festi- Church, 170 Elm Street, Westfield. jor” by Claude Debussy and “Chro- member of the Musical Club of Westfield, of love songs, old and new. was presented by Steve Runk, Director who will present piano selections. She Love donations will be accepted at the val in 1999. Two Off-Broadway The public is invited to attend. matic Fantasy and Fugue” by J.S. Bach. of Programs and Services for the New The first two compositions in this Hackensack resident Suzanne Beeny also teaches piano privately and accom- concert or may be sent directly to the Jersey State Council on the Arts, during companies produced her play, The concert were written originally for vir- Jones will sing “Flammende Rose” and panies several local groups including the Center For Women and Families at 1801 a recent ceremony. The ensemble pro- Acting Thing. She is presently Choral Art Society of New Jersey. East Second Street, Scotch Plains, 07076. vides musical programs that feature a working on a film script entitled tuoso wind instrumentalists. “Süsse Stille.” Both compositions, by Soprano Ella Chamis, who has ap- The center provides a range of sup- wide range of musical styles, as well as a Mountain Gap. Westfield flutist Jenny Cline will G.F. Handel, have flute obbligatos perform “Concerto for Flute” by Otar played by Cline. McFall will be at the peared in Cranford Dramatic Club’s port services to men, women and fami- tuition-free children’s chorus. South Pacific and Winnie The Pooh lies in the midst of relationship prob- Gordelli, accompanied by Roselle pia- piano. Jones will also perform a selec- Christmas Tail and St. Joseph’s School lems or other life transitions. nist Mary Beth McFall. tion from Mozart’s “Marriage of Westfield clarinetist George Toenes Figaro.” performances, is also scheduled to Services include inexpensive one-on- appear. She is currently working on one counseling to individuals and fami- will perform C.M. von Weber’s “Grand The “Hungarian Dance Suite No. The King and I with the Cranford lies, free legal consults, adult support Duo Concertante for Clarinet and 1” by Johannes Brahms will be per- Piano.” McFall is not a piano accom- formed by Cline, Toenes and McFall. Repertory Theatre. groups, and peer support groups for Organist, pianist, and composer children whose families are impacted ‘Singing Valentines’ Offered By panist for this piece, but an equal The Program Chairperson is Clarissa George Lachenauer, who is also an ac- by divorce or separation. In addition, partner. This composition was written Nolde. Refreshments will be served. companist for the Westfield Glee Club, the center has served all members of the ™ will perform theatre organ favorites. community regardless of ability to pay. Jerseyaires Barbershop Chorus POPCORN AREA – The Rahway Valley Friday, February 13, through Sunday, Jerseyaires Barbershop Chorus (RVJC) February 15 for $50. Alternate dates announced its 11th year of perform- may be accommodated, if possible. Win a Date with Tad Wardlaw-Hartridge Pupils ing Singing Valentines. “Availability of quartets is limited, A barbershop quartet, dressed in so reserve your serenade now,” advised Hamilton: Worth a Gamble formal attire, will sing a love song Ken Friedlander, RVJC President. Hamilton: Worth a Gamble Experience Arts Festival serenade at the location of choice For more information or to arrange One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent EDISON – Students Wardlaw- afforded her “the chance to meet new (workplace, residence, restaurant, etc.) the time and place for a singing valen- By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER True, it was all just supposed to be a Hartridge School students in Edison people and to perform with them.” The recipient will also receive a special tine, please call (908) 272-1503, (888) 2 & ½ POPCORNS publicity stunt. Tad was getting caught up participated in the “Excellence in the For seniors Ryan Meier of Cranford chocolate candy, a flower and photo- 480-0901, e-mail [email protected] It is the movie equivalent of cotton in booze, fast cars and even faster women. Arts” workshop day at Lawrenceville and Valerie Pusavar of Carteret, the graph of the event. or visit http://www.geocities.com/ candy: sweet, and just about as substan- It had been a while since his last role. The School in Lawrenceville. festival offered the chance to attend This service will be available from rvjerseyaires. tive. Yet it is this very same simplicity and image needed a sprucing up. A committee of the 15 school amiably played innocence that make Win So his agent (Nathan Lane) and his the vocal group. For the last two years, a Date with Tad Hamilton such a charm- manager (Sean Hayes), coincidentally both heads of independent schools in the Ryan and Valerie have performed with ing entertainment. named Richard Levy (“Isn’t everyone?” state, including Chris Williamson of the Regional Chorus of New Jersey A bright little romp nicely directed by Lane’s manic character inquires at one Robert Luketic, this story about a small- point), hatch the idea of a contest. The town gal (Kate Bosworth) who wins a date feeling is, when Miss Regular All-Ameri- with her Hollywood heartthrob (Josh can Girl wins her dream date, the goodness Duhamel) reminds in part of the fluffy will reflect well on our star and prompt a romantic comedies of the late 30s and early fence-sitting producer to pick Tad for his 40s. next film. Consider it a refreshing breather — What they didn’t think of is the possi- something to cleanse the filmic palate be- bility that Tad Hamilton would take this tween headier offerings. Though a nice cut a tad more seriously than was planned — above the usual teen fare, expect no hidden perhaps even fall in love. Cut to the chase meanings. Do expect a moral lesson or two and the movie star is buying a farm in before the closing credits. But owing to a Frazier’s Bottom, W. Va. to be close to turn of events that gives screenwriter Vic- Rosalee and thereby perhaps discover tor Levin’s fantasy slightly more credibil- within her the inner him...or something ity than you’d predict, don’t count on the to that effect. usual typecasts. We are then left with a moviegoer’s Beautiful Rosalee Futch, winsomely dilemma. Is he for real? And if he is, what’s portrayed by Kate Bosworth, is the cashier to become of the regular Joe next door? CROON, THEN SWOON…Members of the “Harmony Excursion” quartet from at a Piggly Wiggly supermarket in West After all, we’ve invested a lot of feeling in the Rahway Valley Barbershop Chorus, will perform ‘Singing Valentines’ from the Rahway Valley Barbershop Chorus, will perform ‘Singing Valentines’ from Virginia. It’s not very stimulating employ- the lad. Friday, February 13, through Sunday, February 15. Pictured, left to right, are: tenor ment, but at least she gets to work with her Employing no fancy footwork, director Tom Walsh of Sewaren, lead vocalist Doug Brown of Cranford, Chris Mac Vicar Tom Walsh of Sewaren, lead vocalist Doug Brown of Cranford, Chris Mac Vicar very best friends, co-cashier Cathy Feely Luketic wisely trusts the less-is-more screen- of Edison, and baritone Ed Ringel of Springfield. (Ginnifer Goodwin) and Pete Monash play to some fairly good ensemble acting CELEBRATING THE ARTS…Choral students from Wardlaw-Hartridge (Topher Grace), who also just happens to by a cast mostly comprised of newcomers. School in Edison participated in the “Excellence in the Arts” day of workshops be her boss. They don’t come much more well-scrubbed and performances for New Jersey Association of Independent Schools in late SP, WF, BH Musicians Plan Being the caring, sensitive and just and unpretentious than Bosworth’s January at the Clark Music Center at the Lawrenceville School. Pictured, left about perfect female that she is, you’d Rosalee; Duhamel is whimsically believ- to right, are: Amanda Loder of Watchung, Alyssa Torpey of Scotch Plains, think that Rosalee knows Pete is crazy in able as the truly blessed cinema Adonis, Valerie Pusaver of Carteret and Ryan Meier and Kyle English, both of Cranford. Performance on February 13 love with her ... that’s he’s probably felt obviously under the protection of the gods, that way ever since grammar school. But and Topher Grace as the David up against Wardlaw-Hartridge, organized the and the mixed chorus and women’s AREA – Young residents from will not be charged for admission. then if she were aware of his affections, we this romantic Goliath is a comical study in inaugural arts festival. chorus, respectively. Westfield, Scotch Plains, and Berkeley For more information, please call wouldn’t have a plot. How else could supplication. Junior Matthew Darwin of Scotch The festival’s videography session Heights will perform in a concert pre- (908) 771-5544 or visit www.njys.org. sincere and unassuming Rosalee Lane as the older but more excitable of Plains, who enjoys the theater, par- was led by a film and video teacher sented by the New Jersey Youth Sym- unendingly swoon over handsome Tad the Levys supplies a neatly exaggerated ticipated in the improvisation work- from Fairleigh Dickinson University, phony on Friday, February 13, at 8 Hamilton, and have virtually no guilt counterpoint to the doings. It’s a nice time shops held earlier in the day. He has p.m. at Crescent Avenue Presbyterian about entering a contest to win a date at the movies. New Jersey Network, and a freelancer/ Problem is, like the cotton candy al- held leads in Wardlaw-Hartridge producer/and programmer. Church, located on Watchung Av- Green Visit with him? The more scrupulous among CONTINUED FROM PAGE 18 us will note this flaw. luded to in the opening paragraph, there School plays and musicals. Four students participated in these enue in Plainfield. Insofar as Pete’s concerned, you get isn’t much more to it. Odds are you’ll While the students joined in the sessions and viewed the short video Maestro Paul Hostetter will lead the found in the play therein it lies. I found just what you see. Hardworking, upstanding enjoy this lighthearted diversion while acting exercise, “Whose Line is It piece they brought with them, which musicians in a performance of as many lighthearted, laugh -out-loud and honest, Grace’s character is represen- you’re watching it. But then poof, and it’s Anyway,” the workshop leader said, was projected on a large screen. Passacaglia and Fugue in C Minor by moments in the play, as I found dramatic. tative of every young man who ever loved gone. “It is hard to just jump into things Various instrumental groups broke Bach-Stokowski, Variations on a The comedic interludes here and there a woman otherwise bedazzled by a suitor If fledgling director Luketic has some- with people we don’t know, but in off into specific ensembles. For ex- Theme by Joseph Haydn, Op. 56a by lent themselves nicely to the reinforcement from Mount Olympus. We empathize. thing more substantial in him, something the next workshops, we’ll create ample, South Plainfield resident and Brahms and Symphonic Dances, Op. of the more serious thematic elements. What’s a guy to do, other than wheedle, to truly ponder, we’ll have to wait and see. something for our performance later.” 45 by Rachmaninov. This is a play that has been around. cajole and pray that Rosalee sees Mr. Which sort of likens the film-going expe- senior Jennifer Garner participated in rience to the search for love. You can hold Pupils involved in choral music, the flute ensemble, which rehearsed Westfield musicians include Carl Parts of Visiting Mr. Green have been Perfect for what he truly is? But, that’s read to the United Nations by its play- where the stereotype gets tossed out the out for the real thing, but it probably dance, instrumental music, theater, and performed “America the Beauti- Baron, Thomas Killian, Matthew window, throwing us all for a loop in the wouldn’t hurt to Win a Date with Tad videography and visual arts had the ful” and “Renaissance for a New Mil- Leong, Jared Leung, Eunice Park, wright, former Linden resident Jeff bargain. Hamilton in the meantime. opportunity to do exercises, rehearse lennium.” David Reinhardt and Yuchen Zhang. Baron. The, which has been produced You see, Tad isn’t all that bad. Sure, he’s and, then, perform in front of their Williamson noted that the day was Scotch Plains residents Flora in over 21 countries and in 15 languages, a bit jaded. After all, he’s known nothing * * * * * * * teachers and peers throughout the day. Alexander and Nancy Twu will join won the Best Play Award in Israel, Greece but stardom and the wiles of Tinseltown Win a Date with Tad HamiltonHamilton, rated the “culmination of time, energy, and PG-13, is a DreamWorks SKG Pictures Amanda Loder of Watchung, who effort on the part of a number of Berkeley Heights musicians Bryan and Germany. since his teens. Yet, self-deluded though he may or may not be, we cannot help but feel release directed by Robert Luketic and attended the festival to hone her cho- people to bring attention to the arts in Gartner, Ellen Hukkelhoven, Ivan Lee, And the next time Mr. Green comes stars Kate Bosworth, Josh Duhamel and ral music experience, said the day a special way.” Eric Lin, Jay Tann and Maria Valla. back to Westfield, I will happily visit him somewhat sad for the poor little famous boy. Topher Grace. Running time: 95 min- Admission is $5 per adult. Children again. utes. Page 18 Thursday, February 5, 2004 The Westfield Leader and The Scotch Plains – Fanwood TIMES A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Trauma, Grit Came With Green Visit WAA Outreach Series: Part I - Collage By MARYLOU MORANO Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times WESTFIELD — The evenings the Westfield Community Players presented Visiting Mr. Green were probably among the coldest of the year temperature-wise, but inside the theater the audience was bask- ing in the glow of a heartwarming theatrical event. And it is easy to see why. The play pragmatically deals with many realistic issues, making it easy for Photo Courtesy of Tomasulo Gallery the audience to identify with the SCINTILLATING CITYSCAPE...“Journal Square” by Matt Johnson, oil on plot and the characters. canvas, 67” x 96”, created in 1998. Knowing there were only two characters in the entire play — Ross Gardiner and Mr. Green — A Tale of Two Exhibits: I wondered beforehand exactly how complex the play would be. I was not prepared for the revela- tion of emotional trauma Visiting Tomasulo and NJVCA Mr. Green lays bare. By MARYLOU MORANO “Paintings” is open from 1 to 4 p.m. The death of a spouse, religious Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times discrimination, sexual orientation on Mondays through Thursdays and Michelle Le Poidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times COUNTY — Union County art TEAM EFFORT...Westfield Art Association Outreach Program members Mary Cho, Christine Parker, Janna Sage Peterson, discrimination, parent-child con- on Saturdays. Evening hours are from 6 TEAM EFFORT...Westfield Art Association Outreach Program members Mary Cho, Christine Parker, Janna Sage Peterson, lovers have two provocative exhibits to Barbara Zietchick, and volunteer Eileen Willoughby helped residents at the Westfield Senior Citizens Housing (WSCH) flict, child-parent conflict, and the to 9 p.m. There is no admission charge. help them diminish their winter blues. complex flex their creative muscles in a collage activity this Tuesday. Pictured, left to right, are: Ms. Zietchick, resident Laura patience needed to be a caregiver. UCC is located at 1033 Springfield Brewer, WSCH Recreation Director Randi Kass, resident Marion Koser, Ms. Peterson and Ms. Willoughby. Who among the audience has not Union County College’s (UCC) Avenue, Cranford. For more informa- Tomasulo Gallery is presenting “Paint- experienced at least one of the tion, please call (908) 709-7155. ings,” a series of 11 oil renditions by emotional traumas that encom- The New Jersey Center for Visual passed the many layers of Visiting Jersey City resident, Matt Johnson. Arts (NJCVA) is presenting its 18th Executed on either canvass or tarpau- Bit by Bit, Putting It Together; Piece Mr. Green? Annual International Juried Show in its lin, the paintings were all completed The convincing portrayals of Palmer Gallery through Wednesday, both Stan Kaplan of Westfield, between the years 1996 to the present. March 17. Over 100 artists from The exhibition showcases who played Mr. Green, and David across the United States and By Piece: How Make a Work of Art Johnson’s fascination Neal of Fanwood, who played Ross abroad participated, with the elements By MICHELLE Le POIDEVIN Gardiner, had the audience iden- including artists she was “not an artistic person,” battled ing, he unveiled his rendition of a found in the urban/ Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tifying with both characters. The from Taiwan, her fibromyalgia and used scissors to bridge in Warinanco Park, which he industrial environ- WESTFIELD – “Am I doing it slice her images instead of tearing them painted a little over five decades ago. superb dynamics between the two China, Ecuador, right?” questioned Doris Miller, a resi- made it happen. ment in which he lives Canada and Bolivia. to make the project easier on her hands. Residents and WAA members were and works. The artist dent of the Westfield Senior Citizens I felt Ross’ initial frustration with Charlotta Kotik, Cu- Picking a theme interested to learn of Walter’s educa- refers to these elements Housing (WSCH) complex, as she for their project tion at the Newark Art School and his mandatory visits with Mr. Green, rator and Chair of Con- assembled colorful images torn from while I simultaneously experienced as “brutality and grace.” temporary Art at the was easy for how a creatively inclined roommate From the hustle and catalogs and magazines onto a flat a mixture of pity and humor at Mr. Brooklyn Museum of Art Marion, who inspired him to become involved in bustle of “Journal Square” board. enthused each the arts. Green’s naivety concerning Ross’ served as juror. “There is no right and wrong, homosexuality. For one evening, Mr. to the intricacies of “Skyway,” A display of contemporary time she dis- As Walter related his story and gave Johnson pays strict attention to there’s just you,” returned Barbara Green became my father and Ross art forms, this year’s juried show covered pic- visitors a peek at a cherished photo detail. Ironically, the detail appears Zietchick, a member of the Westfield became my son. represents, in addition to traditional tures of horses from a fishing expedition at Montauk to be incidental. Art Association’s (WAA) Outreach and cow- Point, Christine helped Laura con- Visiting Mr. Green is billed as a art forms, fiber art, “Documenta- Photo Courtesy of Jackie Park, NJCVA photography, prints Program. “Sometimes you just do sider new ways of creating borders drama, and if there is any fault to be FLOWER HOUR...“The Hour of the your best work by ‘feeling it.’” tion, historical cor- and found object art, for her collage and WAA member Continued on Page 17 rectness and gen- Hibiscus” by Freehold resident Kim- Slowly but surely, with the encour- Janna Sage Peterson showed Doris among others. eral commentary berly Maier, a sculpture of mosaic tile “This exhibit is agement of Zietchick and Randi Kass, how to tear paper in different and sanded aluminum cans. WSCH Recreation Director, residents are secondary … truly the best of the directions in order to produce to my need to be immersed in process gathered at the center table in the different textures. Zietchick best,” said Alice Askoff, Chairwoman facility’s Arts & Crafts Room to ex- and activity,” explained Johnson, whose and Coordinator of the International presented colored pencils to art is predominate, with some of the plore this week’s topic — the art of Laura, suggesting that they Juried Show, who described the exhibit as collage. pieces eight feet long, without being “friendly contemporary,” and added that might make interesting bor- not overpowering. Using a multitude of catalogs and ders for her pieces. it holds something for everyone. magazines donated by WAA Outreach Due to extensive renovations to the The Best In Show award was given to WAA volunteer Eileen building housing the main gallery, “Paint- member Christine Parker, some resi- Willoughby said she was former Summit resident, Linda Walsh, dents chose to design collages on a flat ings” is being exhibited in UCC’s Com- for her ink jet print, “Floating Islands intrigued by each resident’s mons area, a monumental space that is board, while others created small varied approach to the Off Kodiak Island.” Paul Hamanaka of books of white paper glued with a perfect setting for Johnson’s exhibit. Philadelphia won the Merit Award for project – some were me- “People feel a genuine excitement collaged images. Michelle Le Poidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ticulous and others let fate “Breeze/Weeping Willow,” an oil on Resident Marion Koser, who CAREFUL COMPOSITION...Budding artist and resident about art when it is large and right there plaster and lathe. Honorable Mention Doris Miller pieces together a landscape of contrasting colors. guide their busy fingers. in front of them. This exhibit is truly an modestly cautioned Zietchick that Most volunteers and went to Freehold resident Kimberly interactive experience,” commented Maier for “The Hour of the Hibiscus,” boys for the book she was WAA members served as examples by Valeri Larko, Gallery Director. constructing for her great- making their own collages as residents a three foot acorn-shaped mosaic of tile grandson. would peek over their shoulders to Get Outta and sanded aluminum cans. Christine, who advised learn some new techniques or gather A panel discussion on topics of in- residents to cut colors and inspiration. Coming Next Week: terest to the art community using the images into fun and inter- Trying to pique Walter’s interest in The House • Westfield Senior Housing juried show as a springboard will be By CAROL F. DAVIS Complex residents uncover held Sunday, February 22, at 2 p.m. at esting shapes, shared a book collage, Doris assured, “This is my Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times of collaged flowers she de- first time doing this, Walter.” Chris- printmaking techniques; the NJCVA. Joe Jacobs, former cura- signed with resident Laura tine tried to translate Walter’s painting On Sunday, February 8, from 2 to • Brad Tinfow reviews the tor of American Art at the Newark 4 p.m., the Westfield Art Associa- Westfield Symphony Museum will moderate the discus- Brewer, who initially wanted to an abstract collage and WAA mem- tion free oil painting to make a flat board collage ber Mary Cho encouraged him to tion will present a free oil painting Orchestra’s latest concert; sion. There is no admission charge. demonstration by award-winning • Theatresports in S. Plains; The Palmer Gallery is open daily 12 of flowers and inserted im- return to next week’s demonstration local artist Gerry Heydt, in which she ages of shoes and vases into since he informed that had other ap- • Learn what’s brewing this to 4 p.m. Admission is free. The will depict her renditions of snowy Valentine’s Day in “Queen of NJCVA is located at 68 Elm Street in the mix. pointments to keep and needed to cut landscapes. The meeting will be held Resident Doris Miller, his visit with the ladies short. the Arts.” Summit. For more information, please in the Community Room of the Mu- call (908) 273-9121. whose landscape collage of “Do you think he has a date?” asked nicipal Building at 425 East Broad cobalt blue and orange Marion, later quizzing her fellow Street, Westfield. The room is wheel- scraps became one of the crafters: “Does anyone know how to chair accessible. Contact Tobia Meyers demonstration’s master- make breast of veal with stuffing?” at (908) 687-2945 for information. pieces, announced that all Soon, resident Amy Sims, who was My Take on It of the paintings she has com- busy making a collage book filled with * * * * * * * posed with the WAA have food images, was swapping recipes On Saturday, February 7, at 2 p.m., With Kerrianne Spellman Cort been framed with pride. with Marion, who had been juxtapos- Jan Fennell, author of several books Suddenly, Walter Steggles ing pairs of cowboy boots next to about communicating with your best joined the cluster – only to cowboys on her collage. friend, including “The Dog Lis- tener: Communicate With Your observe, he insisted – and As the morning neared the noon Dog,” will be at the Springfield Barnes Halftime Hijinks: More after reminiscing about a hour, WSCH Director Ruth Smith and Noble store on Route 22 West, love affair he had with paint- entered the room, witnessed some of for a discussion and book-signing Michelle Le Poidevin for The Westfield Leader and The Times ing, became inspired to run the crafting, offered praise, and asked Amusing Than Offensive GLOWING WITH PRIDE...Resident Walter event. Her expertise is in a non-con- up to his room to unearth a what she could do to help the WAA. frontational, stress-free, gadget-free Steggles shared a painting he created over 50 years masterpiece. Upon return- “I could save the magazines and By KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT accident, but upon further investiga- ago of a bridge in Warinanco Park. method of working with your dog. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times catalogs that we get here at the center,” tion, I am not so sure anymore. Still, offered Smith. Quickly, she organized * * * * * * * I am still in tears over the halftime I doubt many people even actually an effort to bring bulletin boards down Beatles scholar Vinnie Bruno will incident at this past Sunday’s Super saw the melee as the network cut to the Arts & Crafts room to give present a lecture: The Beatles: From Bowl. I am rolling on the floor. I away from it rather quickly. The fra- residents a place to display their art- Liverpool to Abbey Road, tonight, didn’t actually wit- cas over this is un- work. Hopefully, she noted, other resi- February 5, at the Cranford Commu- ness the brouhaha, real. CBS executives dents would become involved in the nity Center. Fans and music history but when I heard all over the world are buffs will want to take advantage of this about it, I fell into a nursing hangovers free opportunity. It begins at 7:30 p.m., fit of giggles. and crying into their and the center is located at 220 Walnut If you live on Mars lattes. Avenue. Log onto www.cranford.com/ and haven’t yet heard But, alas. library, or call (908) 709-7272 if you what happened, There isn’t too need more information. rocker Justin much to report in the * * * * * * * Timberlake tore entertainment world On February 7, there will be a away a piece of Janet right now, other than performance by The Westfield Sym- Jackson’s clothing, the nearing of the end phony Orchestra (WSO) at 8 p.m. exposing her on na- of NBC’s “Friends” in the Presbyterian Church, 140 tional television. Does Ms. Jackson really think and “Frasier” and Mountain Avenue. The featured mu- CBS said in a state- Justin’s actions were “nasty?” countless wackso sic will be by Delius (Walk to Paradise ment that they Jackso reports. Yawn. Garden), Gould (Lincoln Legend), “deeply regret” the incident and that However, I am very excited that the and Brahms (Symphony No. 1). For they apologize to anyone who might Screen Actors Guild Awards are ap- tickets, contact the WSO at (908) have been offended by it. The MTV- proaching. The award show will air 232-9400. produced halftime show is being on Sunday, February 22, and it’s my * * * * * * * called “a shocker” and “an unfortu- favorite. I even get to vote! The fol- nate, unrehearsed occurrence.” lowing Sunday evening, The Acad- The Cranford Dramatic Club’s Michelle Le Poidevin for The Leader and The Times CBS also went on to say that it is emy Awards will air. The Oscars are (CDC) first musical of the year will be CLIPPING CROWD...Marion Koser, “unlikely that they will allow MTV to very early this year and I am not pictured in front, joined fellow resident Leiber and Stoller’s award-winning Smokey Joe’s Café. The show is based produce any future halftime shows.” entirely sure why they are doing that, Amy Sims in clipping and snipping I just peeled myself off the floor but I am looking forward to it, none- images for their collages. around 40 songs that were sung by some of the greatest performers of that again. This is out of control. Was it theless. Go, Charlize! WAA workshops and plan to attend. era, and are timeless and are recogniz- an accident? Will we ever know? The Patriots beat the Panthers, The Residents who expressed particu- able by all, like “Hound Dog”, “Love Did Justin do this on purpose? If he award season is in full swing, Marlena lar interest in the acrylic painting Potion No. 9”, “Yakety Yak”, “Stand By did, I have lost all respect for the is the serial killer on “Days of our and watercolor classes will have the Me” and “Jailhouse Rock.” It opens on performer, not that I had much to Lives” and Timberlake is a naughty, opportunity to revisit the medium Friday, February 6, at 8 p.m. and runs begin with. Maybe a villainous in- naughty boy. in the coming weeks. On February Fridays and Saturday evenings at the sider at MTV encouraged Justine But, I’m smiling! It’s 32 degrees 10, the residents will explore same time through Saturday, February Timberlina to expose Jackson and today and I think I am going to put on printmaking, followed by watercolor 21. They suggest you reserve tickets in thus beef up his questionable mas- my bathing suit. Punxsutawney Phil on February 17 and acrylics on Feb- advance by calling the box office at culinity. can go back in his hole, I don’t care. ruary 26. (908) 276-7611. Tickets are $18, with Help me, Rhonda. At least it’s an- The sun sets approximately one All of those workshops and dem- an additional discount for seniors. The other Jackson on the front page for a minute later every day and there is club is located at 78 Winans Avenue in change. nothing that the little varmint can do onstrations will be covered in upcom- Cranford. Continued on Page 17 I initially thought it truly was an about that.