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OUR 114th YEAR - ISSUE NO. 20-114 USPS 680020 PublWiol l .m Ttanday Stan UNO (008) 232-4407 Periodical - Postage Paid at Westfield, N J. Thursday, January 22, 2004 www.goleader.com [email protected] SIXTY CENTS Police, Civilians Recognized At Town Council Meeting By KIMBERLY A. BROADWELL in a chase to apprehend a suspect. Specialty Written for The WestfieU Leader during a fire on Carlton Road on May Because of Officer Hatala's quick 3, 2003. Almost 45 Westfield Police actions to “assist a brother officer in Others who received Command Awards, along with two civilian distress with no concern for his per­ Citations included Officers James awards, were presented Tuesday be­ sonal safety,” recounted Officer Stivale, Brett Lasseter, Scott Rodger, fore a packed audience at the Weiss, the suspect was arrested on Kevin O’Keefe, Mark Cierpial and Westfield Town Council meeting. many criminal violations. Frank Ricci. Westfield Police Captain Clifford Officer Anthony Vastano was also Officers Harold Caulfield, Todd Auchter thanked the crowd for com­ awarded a Command Citation for his Earl, John Ricerca and Frank Moya ing, and introduced Robert Weiss, arrest of a suspect in Irvington last all received Life Saving Awards for President of Policemen’s Benevo­ March, after an active chase across a successfully administering Cardiop­ lent Association Local No. 90 and four-lane highway. The arrest was ulmonary Resuscitation to two sepa­ the presenter of the awards. subsequently made without incident. rate victims, each of whom had suf­ Officer Weiss told members of the Officer Vastano was part of the fered a seizure, until Emergency audience that these awards were given Essex Joint Task Force and was re­ Medical Technicians arrived on the to police officers in the department sponding to a car jacking that had scene. who have performed acts “that went happened in Maplewood. Certificates of Merit Awards were beyond the call of duty." Sergeant Carmen Brocato, Sr. and given to Officers James Stivale, Ja­ Officer Vincent Hatala received a Officers Leonard Lugo, Frank Moya, son Rodger, Kevin O’Keefe, Frank Command Citation Award. He was Robert Beaton, Jason McErlean, John Moya, Christopher Battiloro, Brett honored for his actions on May 13, Ricerca, Frank Padovano and Jason Lasseter, Frank Ricci, Robert Weiss, 2003. when, while off-duty, he was Carter were also each awarded a Todd Earl, Frank Ricci and David driving through Aberdeen and saw Command Citation for their roles in Wayman. an Aberdeen policeman Certificates of Appreciation (Ci­ vilians) were awarded to Joanne MESS HALL...Last week, Congressman Mike Ferguson (R-NJ) had dinner with theT ^^T ^B a^d^ST lraq.'T he CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 congressman is pictured waiting for a healthy portion of chicken, rice and sweet potatoes. Congressman Ferguson Visits Iraq To Lend Support, Learn of Rebuilding Strategies By HORACE R. CORBIN, to the airport. They don’t really fly barrier. Congressman Ferguson noted He said that since that time, terrorist MICHELLE H. Le POIDEVIN jets in there, as they are too big of a that he did not speak to many Iraqis incidents have steadily declined. He and SUZETTE F. STALKER target for heat-seeking missiles,” he Specially Written for The Westfield Leader during the visit. hopes this is a trend, not just a lull. shared. He added that they took heavily armed Even so, Congressman Ferguson Republican Congressman Mike One of the highlights o f Congress­ vehicles and Humvees in a convoy explained that terrorists have as­ Ferguson of the Seventh Congres­ man Ferguson’s trip came as he dis­ escorted by troops to Camp Victory. sembled bombs using batteries and sional District, which encompasses tributed greeting cards, homemade "What a grotesque place Saddam garage door openers. Westfield, Mountainside, Scotch by fourth apd fifth had built, unbeliev­ Plains and Fanwood, traveled to Iraq “They are getting more ingenious graders from able money spent and diabolical," he said. last week. Ernest J. Finizio- on all those pal­ When asked by The Leader/Times The Congressman had meetings in Aldene School in “There is overwhelming aces,” the con­ what.motivated him to go to Iraq, he Jordan, dinner with the, troops in Banfamm B. Corbin tor ThB WotttiNd Ltodor Roselle Park. The evidence which supports gressman ex­ said, “In November, 1 felt I wanted to Baghdad and traveled loLandstuhl I HAVE A DREAM...Westfield citizens recognized Martin Luther King, Jr. cards were distrib­ plained. "But now, go. You make a request to the Speaker Day on Monday by holding a procession from the Bethel Baptist Church on Regional Medical Center in Germany the need to be in Iraq. We uted to soldiers it’s been converted of the House and he decides. I had Trinity Place to the First United Methodist Church on East Broad Street. to visit injured troops. have first-hand accounts during a dinner of into a major com­ two reasons. First, I wanted to let the Reverend Kelmo Porter, Jr., Pastor of SL John’s Baptist Church of Scotch “What a trip!” he told The Westfield ... chicken, sweet from the Iraqi people all mand post with soldiers know how much we appre­ Plains, was the keynote speaker for the service honoring the late Civil Rights Leader and The Scotch Plains- potatoes and rice, they want is their freedom. ’ many offices." He ciate the sacrifices they are making leader that took place after the procession at 1 p.m. Fanwood Times. “We left Wednes­ which he enjoyed said they were for us. I wanted to look them in the day for Amman, Jordan. I traveled Congressman Mike Ferguson with the troops at briefed by Ambas­ eye and tell them how proud we are with Congressman James Langevin Camp Victory in sador Dick Jones of of them, and that they have support (D) from Rhode Island - a really Two Are Injured in Accident Baghdad, the Kuwait who assists of the American public. Secondly, great guy. In Jordan is the main Iraqi headquarters for the Coalition Joint Paul Bremer in Iraqi and by Major we’re making a large reconstruction Police Training Academy. Overall, Task Force 7. General Miller. effort, it’s a lot of money, the public’s the coalition is training approxi­ Involving Car; UPS Truck After looking at the cards, the sol­ Congressman Ferguson, who money, and I have to vote on it. I mately 100,000 Iraqi police. The diers said that they wanted to corre­ learned the details of Hussein’s cap­ wanted to see first-hand how it was By SUZETTE F. STALKER field Avenue, according to Lieu­ Jordanians have been incredibly help­ Specially Written for The Westfield Leader spond with the students and thank ture — many of which are classified being spent.” tenant John Parizeau of the ful. They have been great allies.” them, a wish that will be granted by — stated that the capture was “un­ He added, "Yes, the news seems to Two Westfield residents were Westfield Police Department. The congressman met with Steve the congressman’s staff. usually helpful, not just the psycho­ focus on the bad things that happen; injured last week when a UPS truck Madeline Fernandez, 82, was a Bennett, U.S. Ambassador to Jor­ When asked about the atmosphere, logical value, but the documents cap­ we’re at war and that’s necessary to collided with their vehicle at the passenger in the Ford. dan, who explained the role Jordan he said, “Well, it’s a war zone. It’s tured.” The capture of Hussein also be told. What you don’t see in the intersection of Broad Street and Mr. and Mrs. Fernandez were played even though they were be­ not like walking around Westfield or provided knowledge about the Baath news is the incredible spirit of our Gallows Hill Road in Westfield. transported to separate area hospi­ tween a “rock and a hard place.” Warren.” Because of the language Party forces and how they operate. The accident occurred at 6:11 tals, said Lieutenant Parizeau. Friday morning, Congressman CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 p.m. on January 13, as Joseph Authorities had no further infor­ Ferguson and the entourage took a Nunziato, 27, of Bound Brook, the mation on their condition. Mrs. C -130 air transport plane to Baghdad. driver of the truck, was making a Fernandez is a lunch aide at Wash­ He was able to sit in the cockpit and Freeholders Tell Preliminary Budget left-hand tum from Gallows Hill ington Elementary School in converse with the pilots. As the plane Road onto Broad Street. Westfield. approached the landing strip, he was The truck collided with a 1994 Mr. Nunziato, who was not in­ told to sit in the back and buckle up. Ford Wagon driven by Joseph jured in the accident, was issued a “I know why now,” he said. “The Plans for 2004; Services to Increase Fernandez, 83, who was traveling ticket for failure to yield at a stop standard landing procedure for By MATT MARINO the tri-state area on multiple levels, Program will be established, apply­ east on Broad Street toward Spring- sign, according to the lieutenant. Baghdad, to avoid attack on the plane, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader including financially. ing to exclusionary employees and involves incredible banks and diving The primary focus of the January Noting that they seek to make this non-essential county personnel. 15 meeting of the Union County year’s budget more fruitful than the According to County Manager Board of Chosen Freeholders was to 2003 spending plan, board members George Devanney. this program will Westfield BOE Examines Needs announce the preliminary 2004 indicated that several aspects of the allow county employees to purchase Union County budget, which will new budget will continue some pro­ additional vacation days on a volun­ total approximately $360 million. grams begun in 2003, such as the tary basis. For example, any quali­ This recognizes an increase of 7 per­ voluntary unpaid leave program and fied county employee could purchase For Special Ed, Capital Projects cent from 2003, when the budget the early retirement program. five vacation days in exchange for tallied $335.4 million. Freeholder Mary Ruotolo com­ three days pay. By ED COONEY cie needs are placed in out-ot-dts- witn special needs. The board pointed to 2003 as a mented that, despite a difficult “Hopefully, the course that we’ve Specially Written for The Westfield loader trict programs when the school “We need to start investigating year of financial setbacks due to ecqpomy in 2003, the new budget set will continue," said Mr. Devanney. The Westfield Board of Education district's resources are inadequate to more programmatic options," she factors such as the national economic- shows an increase in county ser­ Freeholder Alexander Mirabella met on Tuesday evening to discuss accommodate the student’s needs. said, adding that she hopes the school woes and continued recovery from vices. stated that the budget will continue CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 the terrorist attacks that impacted the Special Education and Capital The proposed amount reflects a In 2004, a Vacation Time Purchase CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Projects portions of the preliminary 10.21 percent increase overthe 2003- 2004-2005 budget. 2004 budget allotment and is indica­ Business Administrator/Board tive of both rising tuition costs in Borough Council Awards Secretary Robert Berman and Assis­ private schools outside the district tant Superintendent of Student Ser­ and growing enrollment across the vices, Dr. Theodore Kozlik, offered spectrum in the school district. the Special Education presentation. “Providing services to more stu­ Waste Management Bid dents causes a continual increase in T K prbpoSSdTSudget calls Tor Rlt BETSEY R lIRCnonE Cnllwtnr Additionally thn-onimpil St4,y5o,4io in special education vosti,” said Board President Arlene Specittll, Written for The WetefieU Lender approved a resolution awarding a costs, which represents an increase of Gardner. In the first regular meeting of the homeowner a $14,000 tax appeal 9.54 percent over last year's budget. The rising costs of tuition led the Mountainside Borough Council for settlement. The cost of in-district Special Edu­ board to discuss other options to be 2004 Tuesday night. Mayor Robert A resolution awarding Waste Man­ cation programs would rise 11.57 investigated once the 2004-2005 bud Viglianti honored Brianna Palumbo agement of New Jersey the bid for percent to $5,100,345. This covers get is finalized and voted upon. with a Resolution of Commendation curbside collection and disposal of the salaries of the school system’s The board briefly discussed the for what he called her “persistence recyclables in the amount of Special Education instructors, as well possibility o f holding classes at Lin­ and achievement” in the Elks Club $222,962 for a three-year contract as other costs. Currently, 16.6 percent coln School, which has been leased National Soccer Shoot Program. was also approved. of all students in the school district out to the Union County Educational Brianna competed in and won a The bid came in $80,000 more receive some form of assistance from Services Commission for the past 20 years. series of tournaments before quali­ than the council had hoped to pay, the Special Education Department. fying for the national finals held in Board member Alice Hunnicutt based on a bid received a few years The preliminary budget calls for Martinsville, W. Va. in November of ago. $6,293,807 in out-of-district special suggested increasing the district’s last year, where she won second place “We put bids out and received one education costs. Students with spe­ capacity for handling more students overall in the girls, 10 and under bid only,” Mayor Viglianti said. ‘This category. governing body has no choice. We The governing body also approved are mandated by county and state to ______Betsey BurgOart lor Trip WestMd Lander Regional...... 2-3 O bituary...... 8 CONGRATULATIONS...Mountainside Mayor Robert Viglianti honored Real Estate... 12-16 resolutions confirming James supply this service. It is with reluc­ E ditorial...... 4-5 Education...... 9 Brianna Palumbo with a Resolution of Commendation for her success in the A&E. 17-18 DeRose as Municipal Judge and re­ tance that we accept this bid," he C om m unity... 6-7 Sports...... 11-14 Elks Club National Soccer Shoot Program at Tuesday night's Borough Council appointing Patricia Scherer as Tax CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 meeting. P age 2______Thursday, January 22, 2004 ffiHegtftclh •Heab rr and The Scotch Plains - Fanwood TIMES A W a tch un g C ommunications, In c . P u b u c a t io n State Assembly Committee Governor Reveals Progress Chair Persons Told for 2004 In Auto Insurance Reforms

TRENTON — Last week. Assem­ Economic Development; Donald TRENTON - Governor James swindlers who steal from all honest bly Speaker Albio Sires (D-Hudson) Tucker (D): Housing and Local Gov­ McGreevey has shared with New policyholders when they commit released the membership list for the ernment; Jerry Green (D): Law and Jersey consumers a six-month status fraud. 24 standing committees of the Gen­ Public Safety; Peter Barnes (D): report that shows New Jersey auto­ “We have dedicated significant eral Assembly for the 2004-2005 leg­ Regulated Professions and Indepen­ mobile insurance reforms are mak­ resources to investigating and pros­ islative session. dent Authorities; Anthony ing significant progress in putting ecuting insurance fraud to stabilize The committees and the chairper­ Impreveduto (D): Tourism and Gam­ consumers in the driver’s seat. insurance rates in New Jersey,” said sons are listed below. ing; Jeff Van Drew (D): Judiciary; “For too long, it was easier for Attorney General Harvey. Budget; Louis Greenwald (D): Linda Greenstein (D); Labor; Joseph drivers to get a fake driver's license “In early 2002, we reorganized the Consumer Affairs; Nilsa Cruz-Perez Egan (D): Military and Veterans' at the DMV than it was to get auto Office of Insurance Fraud Prosecu­ (D): Federal Relations; Reed Affairs; Jack Conners (D); Regula­ insurance. Last year, in my State of tor to make it more efficient and Gusciora (D): Financial Institutions tory Oversight; William Payne (D); the State Address, I said we would productive on three fronts: criminal and Insurance; Neil Cohen (D): Senior Issues; Nellie Pou (D): Trans­ have real auto insurance reform. To­ prosecution, civil sanctions and for­ Health and Human Services; Loretta portation; John Wisniewski (D): Ag­ Banjaniln Corbin lor Tht V M M IU rtrM Tl» Dim day, we are pleased to report that feiture of the licenses of profession­ Weinberg (D): Telecommunications riculture and Natural Resources; ACCIDENTS HAPPEN...Ray Pardon, owner of Nuts ‘N Plenty in Scotch Plains, New Jersey is well on its way to als who engage in insurance fraud. and Utilities; Wilftedo Caraballo (D): Robert Smith (D): Education; Craig hand-dellvers a greeting and ‘Get Well’ present of treats to Leader/Times having an auto insurance system that Our efforts have produced the num­ Publisher Horace Corbin in the newspaper office on Tuesday. Asm. Jon Appropriations; Chair Bonnie Stanley (D): Environment and Solid works for drivers — one that fosters ber one insurance fraud prosecution Watson Coleman (D): Commerce and Waste; John Mckeon (D): Family, Bramnick sent the gift. Mr. Corbin, who is using a wheelchair from Tiffany’s office in the United States, with 86 Drugs, is holding flowers sent by Dalita Zouchakjian of the Northside Trattoria competition, attacks fraud, and ben­ Women and Children’s Services; in Westfield. The publisher slipped on the ice last week and broke his leg. Mr. efits good drivers,” said Governor percent of all civil insurance fraud County Starts Rahway Mary Previte (D): Homeland Secu­ Corbin said that until he becomes fast afoot again, he must suspend Cub Scout McGreevey. cases filed in the nation brought by rity and State Preparedness; Joan and Girl Scout tours of the newspaper until about the end of February. “Over the last 10 years, more than our office.” Bridge Replacement Quigley (D): State Government; 40 auto carriers left New Jersey, fed Among the highlights from the RAHWAY - This month. Union Alfred Steele (D). up with a system of over-regulation, report: County began work on the replace­ Assemblyman Jon Bramnick (R) Westfield Property Law Firm abandoning New Jersey drivers. To­ The auto insurance availability ment of the Jefferson Avenue Bridge of Legislative District 21, which day, companies are interested in do­ crisis is easing. A year ago, some in the City of Rahway. The bridge serves the area including Westfield, ing business in New Jersey and some good drivers were unable to find spans the Robinson Branch of the was placed on the Law and Public Names Palisi as New Partner are actively competing for New Jer­ insurance at any price. A recent sur­ Rahway River between Madison and Safety Committee and on the Con­ WESTFIELD— Thomas Palisi has includes pharmaceutical and biotech­ sey drivers. This competitive envi­ vey shows that all companies eli­ St. George’s avenues. The bridge sumer Affairs Committee. become a member of the Westfield nology patent litigation, prosecuting ronment is good for consumers," the gible to write new business are bind­ was built in 1924 with a steel girder Assemblyman Eric Mutioz of intellectual property law firm of biotechnology, pharmaceutical and governor stated. ing coverage within a week, and reinforced deck. Summit (R), also from Legislative Lemer, David, Littenberg, Krumholz medical device patent applications, The report, prepared by the De­ some within a shorter time period. Work on the project is expected to District 21, was placed on the Health &Mentlik,LLP. Mr.Palisi preparing patentability, in­ partment of Banking and Insurance More than 500 new auto insurance take six months, with the bridge and Human Services Committee. was bom in Point Pleas­ fringement and patent va­ (DBI), highlighted the positive im­ agents have been appointed by auto closed for the duration. Vehicles will Assemblywoman Linda Stender ant, currently resides in lidity studies, as well as pact the governor’s reforms are hav­ carriers, since the reform legislation be detoured on Maple, Madison and (D) from Fanwood of Legislative Marlboro and is a 1987 counseling in all areas of ing on the New Jersey auto insurance was adopted, making auto insurance Central avenues. District 22 was placed on the Tour­ graduate of Dartmouth intellectual property law. market. more accessible. “One of the most important re­ ism and Gaming Committee as Vice College, where he received He is co-author of “Di­ Since the governor signed the re­ A total of $86.6 million was re­ sponsibilities of County Government Chairwoman and on the Transporta­ a Bachelor of Arts in Biol­ gestion As Infringement; form act in June, a major new auto turned to drivers through voluntary is maintaining our roads and bridges." tion Committee. ogy with honors. Prodrugs From Both Of­ insurance carrier is doing business in rate reductions by State Farm and said Freeholder Rick Proctor. Assemblyman Jerry Green of Mr. Palisi received a ju­ fensive and Defensive Per­ the state; the critical availability prob­ USAA, and special dividends from The new bridge will be built using Plainfield (D), also from Legislative ris doctorate with honors spectives,” 10th Annual lem has been eased; 37,000 unin­ NJM. pre-stressed concrete beams. It will District 22, was placed on the Hous­ from Rutgers University Pharmaceutical/Chemical sured drivers now have insurance, Mercury General Insurance Group, be 51 feet wide and 60 feet long with ing and Local Government Commit­ School of Law in 1995, Patent Practice Seminar infusing $54 million into the system, a large California-based insurance concrete sidewalks on both sides. A tee as Chairman. where he was an editor of (1996) and ‘‘Patents and and coverage choices are making company, entered the New Jersey auto concrete parapet wall and wingwalls the Rutgers Law Review and a mem­ Trademarks: Proceeding With Cau­ auto insurance more affordable for insurance market and is currently cov­ will also be installed. See it all on the Web! ber of the Order of the Coif. tion to Maximize Benefits and Mini­ all New Jersey drivers. ering more than 6,000 vehicles. The project will cost $1.2 million He became a member of the New mize Exposure" (May, 2003). “We are beginning to see a market­ State Farm Indemnity abandoned and H&G Contractors of Ridgewood www.goleader.com Jersey Bar in 1995 and the New York Lerner, David Littenberg, place that gives consumers choices,” its plan to drop 4,000 New Jersey were the low bidders at $920,000. Bar in 1996. He is also admitted to Krumholz & Mentlik, LLP has been Commissioner Holly Bakke said. “An drivers a month. practice before the United States representing clients in intellectual important part of the governor’s re­ The AIG Companies, which were Patent and Trademark Office. property law exclusively for more forms are the tools that he provided scheduled to leave New Jersey last A t t o r n e y a t L a w Mr. Palisi has over seven years of than 30 years. The firm’s practice to protect consumers in the auto in­ month, postponed that action for at research and industrial experience in includes patents, trademarks, copy­ surance marketplace and to help them least another two years. Thomas C. Jardim, Esq. molecular biology, having been em­ rights, unfair competition, trade se­ take advantage of the choices pre­ The Governor’s “Last Chance" ployed with Scios Inc. and Merck & Co. crets, litigation, procurement, licens­ sented by a competitive market." program, initiated in 2002, has re­ Hersh, Ramsey & Berman, PC. Mr. Palisi’spractice at Lemer,David ing, right-to-use invalidity studies. As of January I, companies must sulted in 37,000 previously unin­ notify their policyholders when re­ sured drivers now contributing more questing significant rate increases. than $54 million to New Jersey’s Socializing in: FW Library Director Weiss DOBI is completing work on other insurance system. EMPLOYMENT DISPUTES Sc power tools for consumers, includ­ The Dollar-a-Day program has SEVERANCE AGREEMENTS Hosted Book Conference ing a Consumer Report Card, the enrolled more than 260 drivers since REAL ESTATE & LAND USE Consumer Bill of Rights, the Three October. FANWOOD - Dan Weiss, Chairman Scenarios Program, and a “user Recognizing the inimical harm ESTATE PLANNING & ELDER LAW McPhee to talk about his new book, o f the One Book New Jersey Committee ‘The New Jersey Pinelands.” friendly” buyer’s guide. fraud has on public safety, the reform and Director of the Fanwood Memorial Carleton Montgomery, Executive Under the leadership of Attorney legislation made it a crime to file 222 RIDGEDALE AVENUE, MORRISTOWN, NJ 07962 Library, hosted the “One Book New Director of the Pinelands Preserva­ General Peter Harvey and the Insur­ false claims or provide false infor­ ance Fraud Prosecutor, Greta Gooden mation on an insurance application. 973.267.9600 f a x : 973.984.1632 Jersey” press conference at Princeton tion Alliance, spoke about the New [email protected] www.hrbnj.com Public Library on January 21. Jersey Pinelands, and Author Carol Brown, the Administration is also “Over the last 30 years, New Jer­ This press conference was for Plum spoke about her book, “The making strides in the fight against sey drivers suffered because of New I Pulitzer Prize winning author John Body of Christopher Creed.” . insurance fraud and punishing the Jersey’s reputation a? one of the most ' .baiiupT! ma emmtvvwSl j I uhktyonunfavnraKip markets in the nation,” I Governor McGreevey said. “Now, I because of the changes we irtiple- mented, New Jersey drivers are see­ ing the beginnings of a marketplace where they can benefit from compa­ nies competing for their business.” For an electronic or fax copy of the report, please call (609) 777-2600.

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P u blic a tio n ______ffllratficlh lleahcr and The Scotch Plains - Fanwood TIMES Thursday, January 22, 2004 Page 3 Raritan Valley Rail Coalition Education Commissioner OKs To Honor Two Trustees Charter School Applications WESTFIELD - At its annual re­ aged to participate in the formation TRENTON - Commissioner of Camden; and the Right Path Charter organization meeting this month, of the Coalition's 2004 goals. the Raritan Valley Rail Coalition Education William Librera has an­ School, Irvington. The Access to the Regions Core nounced his approval of applications will honor two longtime trustees, Freedom Academy and Right Path Project will be discussed, along by three new charter schools: the Hunterdon County Freeholder Paul with a letter from NJ Transit Ex­ were approved in the current round D.U.E. (Distinctions in Urban Edu* of charter school applications; Great Sauerland and Readington Town­ ecutive Director George Warrington cation) Season Charter School and Falls. Jersey Shore and Ridge and ship Committeeman Ronald Mo­ assuring a one-seat ride into Penn the Freedom Academy Charter Valley charter schools had been pre­ naco, for their dedicated service to Station New York for Raritan Val­ School, both serving students from viously approved and had opted to promoting public transit. The meet­ ley Line passengers. Also on the ing will also feature the election of Camden; and the Right Path Charter take a planning year. agenda is an update on the School, serving students from trustees and appointment of offic­ Coalition’s representation at the The D.U.E. Season Charter School Irvington, Essex County. will take a planning year before open­ ers for 2004-2005. Blue Ribbon Commission press The meeting's main focus will He also recently renewed for five ing in September 2005. conference and at the Access to the years the charters of the following be on formulating the Coalition's Regions Core (ARC) public envi­ “The Charter Schools initiative in three charter schools: Galloway Com­ New Jersey represents an exciting 2004 goals. Impacting those plans ronmental-impact meetings; reso­ will be the uncertainty related to munity Charter School in Atlantic opportunity for parents, teachers and lutions supporting continuation of County; the Queen City Academy state and federal transportation the ARC Project; and renewal of KEEN ON GREEN... These junior members of the Rake and Hoe Garden Club other committed citizens to use their Charter School in Union County; collective creativity in designing new funding renewals and their effects the stateTransportationTrust Fund. of Westfield are proud of their dish gardens. The young people meet monthly on maintaining, upgrading and ex­ to develop their knowledge of plants and participate In community service and the Newark Charter School in and innovative ways of helping chil­ There w ill also be a presentation o f Essex County. panding the existing public transit activities. dren to reach high levels Of academic certificates of appreciation to Free­ New Jersey’s 48 operating charter system. holder Sauerland and Township achievement.” said Commissioner schools currently enroll nearly 14,000 Librera. The coalition will meet Monday, Committeeman Monaco. January 26, at 8:15 a.m. in the Westfield Residents Raise students in grades pre-kindergarten "I commend these schools for sub­ For directions, or more Coalition through 12. Town of Westfield Municipal Court mitting strong applications that dem­ information contact the Raritan Val­ Five new charter schools are sched­ Chambers located at 425 E. Broad onstrate their commitment to quality ley Rail Coalition at (908) 231- uled to open in September 2004: Street. The public, municipal, Monies For SFIC Fund in serving the needs of our young 7000, ext. 7239. by fax at (908) Great Falls Charter School, Pater­ county and state officials and trans­ 707-1749, or by e-mail at people." he added. “We wish the WESTFIELD - The Scholarship private elementary and secondary son; Jersey Shore Charter School successful applicants well as they portation professionals are encour­ [email protected]. Fund for Inner-City Children schools in Elizabeth, Newark and (serving students from Eatontown, work to transform their proposals (SFIC) honored world renowned Jersey City. 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-___ -— ______„ Scotch Plain* - Fanwood Letters to the Editor er TIMES - Established 1890 - — Established 1959— Westfield’s Rob Ratner Counters The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood and the Township of Scotch Plains Le Poidevin’s Presidential Politics Member of: Member of: NewJeraey Press Association In her histrionic attempt to slime deny the existence of global warming or Below are four arcane words, each New Jersey Press Association * National Newspaper Association other scientific realities. They don't ap­ National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business k Professional Association MoveOn.otg, America's fastest-growing with four definitions - only one is cor­ grassroots political movement, Michelle point extremist ideologues as federal Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association rect. The others are made up. Are you judges, permit business cronies to defile LePoidevin has again publicly displayed sharp enough to discern this deception of Periodicals - Postage Paid at Westfield. New Jersey Periodicals - Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey the embarrassing consequences of prat­ the environment, squander the Clinton P.O. Boa 250 • 251 North Avenue, West p. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue diction? tling about issues of which she obviously budget surplus or reduce income taxes If you can guess one correctly - good Westfield, N J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N J. 07076 for the wealthiest of the wealthy. hasn't the slightest knowledge. Yet this guess. If you get two - well-read indi­ It’s also unthinkable that a saint would Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 brand of rhetorical sputum is, in a way, vidual. If you get three - word expert. If foist a right-wing religious fruitcake like inevitable. After all, in the absence of any you get all four - You must have a lot of POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at facts that could conceivably justify the John Ashcroft on America as Attorney free time! P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 wretched policies of their incompetent General. In his relentless assault upon All words and correct definitions the Bill of Rights, Ashcroft has repeat­ PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. and un-elected leader, the only weapons come from the board game Diction left at the Republicans' disposal are fren­ edly demonstrated why he was so re­ Deception. Michelle Le Poidevin Horace R. Corbin Fred K. Lecomte zied lies and the Pavtovian demonization viled in his home state that his last AAE m d EDUCATION t v u j s h e r MAT KITING DITECTOT of Bush's critics. attempt to attain electoral office resulted Answers to last week’s arcane words. 1. Reliction - Land left uncovered by Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Michael L. Bartiromo While I read her poisonous little dia­ in his being defeated by a dead man. tribe and tried very hard to imagine that This, by the way, was a singularly unique the recession of the sea COMMUNITY ASSISTANT FUBUSHER A STOUTS ’ MARKETING A PRODUCTION deposing Mother Teresa, rather than achievement. After all, it took a live, 2. Rectirostral - Having a straight bill Lauren S. Pass Karen M. Hinds Robert P. Connelly George W. Bush, had been MoveOn.org’s though barely animate, A1 Gore to beat or beak ASSIGNMENT EDITOR OFEICEMANAGER MANAGER. BUSINESS SYSTEMS goal, I just shivered at her brave and the pants off George W. Bush in 2000. 3. Deave - To confuse or stun with Ben Corbin noble battle with the ungodly hordes of MoveOn.org is composed of ordinary noise SERVICES SUBSCRIPTION PRICE evil Commie scoundrels who would dare Americans who are revolted by the con­ 4. Boreen - A lane leading from the One-year - $28 « Two-year - $52 • Three-year - $76 » One-year college (September to May) - $20 defame this saintly woman. Well, that cept of government of, by and for the main road fantasy evaporated just as fast as you can obscenely wealthy and yearn for the say “weapons of mass destruction." Ms. days when an elected President was not CHURRUS LePoidevin has elected to embark upon a a puppet to be manipulated by 1. A gum resin which oozes from the far more daunting crusade. You see, Halliburton, Enron and other undesir­ Indian hemp George W. Bush, the object of her adora­ able and rapacious enterprises. Perhaps, 2. An outside staircase Given Circumstances Encountered, tion, is not, has never been, and will in time, Ms. LePoidevin will come to 3. Minced chicken or veal, mixed with never be a saint. recognize that there is nothing on this eggs and bread crumbs A saint is not a gibbering cretin whose earth that can or ever will make George 4. Crude borax unfamiliarity with his native language W. Bush any smarter, more ethical or CHUKKER Scutari Can Become Moral Compass has made him the laughingstock of the less smarmy than he already is. Until 1. Second-class; something of lesser polysyllabic world. A saint would not that time, we are fortunate that there are value The New Jersey State Legislature just be­ chamber and 16 members of the State As­ tolerate disclosing the identity of a CIA growing organizations like MoveOn.org 2. One of the periods into which a polo sembly in simultaneously holding other agent who, in contrast with Bush and his that work to reclaim the presidency and game is divided gan its 2004-2005 session last week and 3. A gopher elected and appointive public sector posts. draft-evading monthly weekends in the the Constitution for and in the name of Assemblyman John Gibson introduced A- “champagne squadron" of the Texas Air America, Americans and the future. 4. A concealed dungeon with a trap door at the top 181, a bill that would prohibit a person from We think this provides our newly elected National Guard, actually volunteered to Robert Ratner risk her life for her country. Saints do not LANATE holding more than one elective public of­ Senator Nicholas Scutari an opportunity to Westfield 1. Discolored or blackened fice simultaneously. One line in the bill be the moral compass on this issue. We are 2. Excessively sweaty Stu Awbrey Was Brilliant With 3. Having a notched, indented or scal­ stands out: “No member of the Legislature sure he understands that it may not be best loped edge as certain leaves. shall hold at the same time another elective for the citizens for him to hold state, county Courage and Character in Suffering 4. Covered with a hairy substance or wool office in this State.” and local positions at the same time. Logi­ Whoever wrote Stu Awbrey’s com­ What an example he and his wife set DICHOSTASIS Sounds simple and worthwhile to us. But, cally, he should relinquish, at minimum, his prehensive obituary in last week’s edi­ for how to live life to the fullest! In many 1. Spontaneous subdivision freeholder position. We hope to be able to tion of The Westfield Leader deserves ways, he made the diagnosis a blessing. 2. In biology, the cessation of natural then again, so many other seemingly com­ high praise for a stupendous tribute to Stu lived to see his daughter Kimberley selection in generation mon sense ideas have sounded worthy to us congratulate him shortly for making the my friend and former editor. He was not get married and to know his grandchil­ 3. State of exaustion; worn out the past and have gotten nowhere in right move. We know he has it in him be­ only one of the most brilliant people 1' ve dren. He and Bev took dream vacations. 4. Motionless; inert in known, but one of the most courageous But beyond the quality family time, Stu Trenton. The good news is that 80 percent cause he was an Eagle Scout before he in his career and in the way he handled was drawn to help others, which is why of our legislators in Trenton do not hold became a lawyer. Alzheimer’s. He changed my life before he wrote his autobiography and journal the insidious disease changed him. of the disease progression while he still Vitriolic Editorial Tone multiple, conflicting offices. The bad news His 22nd District colleague, Assembly­ I’d written features for him when he could. He was unafraid to appear before is that the minority is growing in influence woman Linda Stender, resigned from her was editor of the Westfield Record. When Congress and subject himself to network Does Not Promote position as Union County Freeholder two he became editor of New Jersey Lawyer, television and radio interviews and pub­ and numbers — one in five of them now are he took me with him. Because of his lic appearances to inspire others with the Honest Editorial Debate in a perhaps, compromised position, by years ago when she began her Assembly­ amazing intellect, early signs of grim diagnosis. 1 found myself quite bothered by Fred women duties in Trenton. If Mr. Scutari Alzheimer’s were hard to spot. By the Oddly enough in the mid-eighties I Rossi’s recent editorial “Of Fairness, holding multiple, elected offices. time he manifested any symptoms, his had worked for the Alzheimer’s Disease Decency and Civility” in which he makes Let’s hope the eighty percent majority of could take her lead, if assembly bill A -181 intelligence level was still head and Fund of NJ, founded by the Wyckoff his case in support of the New Jersey Senate and Assembly members not holding were approved, and if Union County Demo­ shoulders above almost anyone. family. About the only things we could Domestic Partner Act just enacted. 1 was It was in 1993 when he’d ask me recommend were daycare facilities for struck not so much by Mr. Rossi’s posi­ dual offices give this legislation a serious crat Chair Charlotte DeFilippo approves, something I'd already told him or he’d patients and groups for caregivers to tion, but rather with the vindictive and look. And we hope this might be the start of then Trenton could surely point with the be late for something, which was totally share experiences. There were no effec­ vitriolic tone that he used to characterize atypical. Then I got the shocking call, tive medications. the opponents of this provision and simi­ a new serious discussion in the State Capi­ correct compass heading. which I’ll never forget. In his typical At that time, it was thought that lar ones like it. tol — one that was scuttled late last year, Newark’s top two administrative officers, forthright manner he burst out: “I’ve got Alzheimer’s was not genetic. Now we He describes those against the law as Mayor Sharpe James and Deputy Mayor Alzheimer’s, Joan.” He’d just been di­ know that’s untrue. The prognosis at that “the more narrow-minded among us.” about a variety of needed reforms to ensure agnosed by UMDNJ experts. Early de­ time was six years maximum lifespan. He then goes on to label them as “neo­ that the State House does not slide further. Ronald Rice, both serve in the State Senate. tection was completely attributable to Another misnomer was the consensus bigots” . Keep moving down the page Jersey City Mayor Glenn Cunningham just ...... the fact that his wife Beverly, a mental ...... that the earlier you got the disease the and one can read how he brands those in New Jersey’s political reputation for serv­ health professional, spotted teitala signs. <*-* sooner yiADUAf/WSieftdfJftatJsJrue n favor of qwjyude.Of ing as a feeding though seems to be at little started his'fre'i'Hinan terttiiti Senate. laid $tu tqWjipg n d hpen, having fender today. Tpriayi Jlherejar^ trpatmapts to supports the sanctity of man/jynqian risk of dimming. So, one would think that Three other mayors, Surf City’s Leonard benders and he' miss deadlines, which curb the driwnward spiral ana hope of a marriage as nothing more ■ than: “self- he’d never done before. His doctors told cure on the horizon. appointed experts on how to best pre­ our legislators would be keenly aware of Connors, North Bergen’s Nicholas Sacco him to cease driving and quit his job I’m grateful to Stu Awbrey for his serve American society in a permanent this and would be doing everything to avoid and Wood-Ridge’s Paul Sarlo, are also sen­ immediately. He complied. No one told friendship and his tremendous inspira­ state where any individual not like them him not to ride his bike, which gave him tion. Also I wouldn’t have my job with should be shunned, ignored, closeted any appearances of potential conflicts of ate freshmen. Senator Stephen Sweeney also the freedom to play tennis at the Westfield The Star-Ledger if my work for him and discriminated against.” interest, possible situations of influence­ serves as a Gloucester County Freeholder. Tennis Club. hadn't opened the door. Not many of us The inflammatory language contin­ Of the 40 members of the State Senate, one As the disease progressed, his motor can have the tremendous impact on oth­ ues by labeling the church (lower case peddling, ethics problems and the like. skills allowed him to play doubles with ers' lives as Stu Awbrey packed into his “c” so I take this to mean religion in To be fair, some members of the Legisla­ in five hold other elected offices. other top players. He just couldn't keep 66 years. I'll never forget him. general?) as “bastions of intolerance." This is presumably because they have ture, upon arriving in Trenton, have severed The record of the 80-member Assembly in score or know when to cross to the other Joan Lowell Smith side of the net but his good friends filled Westfield the gall to believe that principles are any ties with previous elective posts. But this regard is equally disturbing. Sixteen the gap. more than fungible manifestations of far too many seem to look at things much members hold dual offices, with the most our latest secular fancy to be tweaked to Sexual Harassment Constitutes accommodate what they perceive as so­ differently. Unfortunately, it isn’t just lower common second job being mayor, led by cially destructive societal trends. level elected posts that can cause potential Speaker Albio Sires, the Mayor of West I am not saying that this law should or Serious Problem in Workplace should not have been passed. Although I problems, but also appointed ones. Just ask New York, Joseph Vas of Perth Amboy, It is appalling that sexual harassment situation, it was taken lightly. As a fe­ have my opinion on the matter, that is former Sen. John Bennett, who as Marlboro Brian Rumpf of Little Egg Harbor, John continues to exist in modem society. male, I felt degraded and insulted by the not the point of my letter. What I do wish McKeon of West Orange, Mims Hackett of Sexual harassment is defined as unwel­ way I was treated by fellow male em­ to say is that just as there may be those Township Attorney got himself into a bar­ come sexual advances, requests for ployees. Eventually, 1 was forced to quit who make sound arguments in its favor, relful of hot water over billing questions Orange and four others. sexual favors, and other verbal or physi­ my job. there are also legions of intelligent, de­ and ended up losing his Senate post last There are also municipal council mem­ cal conduct of a sexual nature. It violates Approximately 15,000 sexual harass­ cent and very inclusive-minded indi­ Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. ment cases are brought to the Equal viduals who can make a legitimate case November. bers, like Joseph Egan of New Brunswick Unfortunately, I was one of the many Employment Opportunity Commission against this law as well. Because of circumstances this fall in pinch- Anthony Chiappone of Bayonne, Upendra victims of sexual harassment in the work­ (EECO) each year. Sexual harassment And their views should also be treated place. persists as a major problem in our soci­ with respect—not scorn. They might, hitting for former Senator Joseph Suliga, Chivukula of Franklin Township, Joan Voss Studies suggest that anywhere between ety. An anti-harassment policy should for example, bring up the “slippery slope” new State Senator Nicholas Scutari of Lin­ of Fort Lee and Donald Tucker of Newark. 40 and 70 percent of women and 10 to 20 be strictly .enforced at workplaces as question by asking Mr. Rossi where he Add in those serving simultaneously as percent of men have experienced sexual well as any other public facility. then stands on the legality of bigamy as den finds himself representing the 22nd harassment. I experienced sexual ha­ Sexual harassment can disrupt work­ his arguments can very easily be used to Legislative district that includes Scotch county Freeholders, such as Michael rassment while working at our local ing environments, as well as cause em­ justify the legitimacy and tax-payer sanc­ Doherty of Warren County, Peter Eagler of supermarket. ployees emotional and physical stress. 1 tioning of having multiple wives. What Plains and Fanwood, serving as Union I was working late one Saturday night, only hope that my situation will bring about young co-habitants of the opposite County Freeholder and serving as Munici­ Passaic County and Brian Stock of Hudson trying to earn money for a car as well as awareness to others regarding the issue sex? Can they then make a legitimate pal Prosecutor in Linden. He rose to the County, and the State Assembly is well my college education. While I was work­ of sexual harassment. claim that this law discriminates against ing, another employee touched me in an them based on age and/or their lock-and- occasion for the sake of the party and se­ represented at all levels of government. Jennifer Rubino inappropriate place. When l reported the Westfield key genitalia? cured the state senate position for Legisla­ As this legislative session in Trenton has There are other points against, but again that is not the point of this letter. tive District 22. just begun, we are sure that the public will FW Resident States Municipal Court All I wish to say is that both sides can He joins several colleagues in the upper have many reasons to pay attention. make legitimate cases. But when Mr. Rossi uses divisive language and stereo­ Must Be Independent of Police typical labeling to describe the opposi­ Perhaps I’m showing my age, but I convicted of doing drugs. As long as the tion to this law, he does not effectively was dismayed to hi

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MR. AND MRS. PATRICK RIELLY QUINN Scouts Plan Klondike Derby (She is the former Ms. Anne Elizabeth Leegan) In Watchung Reservation Ms. Anne E. Leegan MOUNTAINSIDE — On Satur­ pull Eskimo-style sleds between the day, January 31, the Boy Scouts of towns, where they will be graded on the Patriot District of the Patriots’ their performance in handling differ­ Path Council of the Boy Scouts of ent scout-skill problems, such as first Weds Patrick % Quinn America will hold their 47th aid, lashings and knots, measuring, Ms. Anne Elizabeth Leegan, the with a Master of Social Work degree. Klondike Derby sled race and scout- and fire-building. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph She is employed as Director of So­ Am y Christine Qottho skill contest. Each team’s test scores and elapsed Leegan of Westfield, was married on cial Services at Hallmark Nursing The annual event, which will kick times will be relayed to a central Saturday, May 3, to Patrick Rielly and Rehabilitation Center in New off at 8:30 a.m., will be held in the score board, and will determine the Quinn. He is the son of John Quinn of Bedford, Mass. picnic area above Surprise Lake in winners in each age group. Framingham, Mass, and the late The bridegroom graduated from ‘To W ed Jason Chad.“Pruitt the Watchung Reservation in If there is too little snow for sleds, Nancy Quinn. Framingham North High School in Mountainside. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Gottko of formation Systems. She is em­ the patrols will use back-packs loaded The afternoon ceremony took place Framingham, Mass, in 1991 and from Bruce Mellen of Westfield, a vet­ Westfield have announced the en­ ployed as a software sales repre­ with the required equipment to hike at the Catholic Church of the Holy Providence College in Providence. eran of many past derbies, will serve gagement of their daughter, Miss sentative for Synnex Corporation around the course, but only severe Trinity in Westfield, with the Rever­ R.I. in 1995, earning a Bachelor of as Derby Governor. Some 100 adult Amy Christine Gottko of Greenville, of Greenville. rain or mud conditions will cause a end David I. Convertinoand the Rev­ Science degree in Accounting. A Cer­ leaders and volunteers from various S.C., formerly of Westfield, to Jason Mr. Pruitt is a graduate ofW alhalla cancellation. erend Monsignor Joseph P. Masiello tified Public Accountant, he is em­ scout troops will assist in conducting Chad Pruitt, also of Greenville. He is High School in South Carolina and The public is welcome to visit at concelebrating the mass. A recep­ ployed as Directorof Finance at Saint the event. the son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael of Clemson University, where he re­ any time. Awards will be presented tion followed at The Primavera Re­ Francis Chapel and City Ministry On Derby day, the Reservation Pruitt of Seneca, S.C. ceived a degree in Construction Sci­ around 2 p.m„ when the last waves gency in Stirling. Center in Providence. will be transformed to resemble the The future bride is a graduate of ence and Management. He is an of­ have completed the race. Given in marriage by her parents, The rehearsal dinner was hosted Klondike region of the Yukon Terri- Westfield High School and fice engineer with Rodgers Builders The Patriot District includes com­ Joseph and Maryellen Leegan, the by the father of the bridegroom at toiy, with the locations for different Clemson University in South Caro­ of Charlotte, N.C. munities in the area extending from bride wore a silk, A-line dress with a Giovanna’s Restaurant in Plainfield. skill events taking on the names of lina, where she earned a Bachelor The couple plans to be married in Garwood through Westfield, Scotch portrait neckline, with french lace The bridal attendants hosted a Klondike towns. of Science degree in Computer In­ August. Plains, North Plainfield and and pearl and crystal beading on the shower at Giovanna’s Restaurant in Scout patrols, using compass di­ Watchung, and from Millington to bodice. Her chapel-length train fea­ Plainfield, as well as a bridal lun­ rections to map out their routes, will Summit and Mountainside. tured french lace and pearl beading. cheon at the home of Ms. Marggy # Perfect Painting, Inc. A fingertip veil completed her attire. Anderson in Wellesley, Mass. The bride’s bouquet included roses Following a wedding trip to Aruba, O House i Deck Power Washing Cub Pack No. 34 Enjoys in various shades of pink, along with the couple resides in Providence, R.I. lily of the valley. © Professional Color Design Ms. Anne Carney of Sunnyside, Arbor Day Foundation Of Custom Detail Work Karate Demonstration N.Y. was the maid of honor. The # Exteriors. Interiors bridal attendants included Ms. Offers 10 Free Trees SCOTCH PLAINS - Cub Scout tions, and presented a few skits fo­ Marggy Donato Anderson of COUNTY - Ten free, flowering © General Carpentry Pack No. 34 held its regular meeting cusing on self-defense. Wellesley, Mass., formerly of trees will be given to each person January 9 at Evergreen Elementary © HEPd Vacuum Sanding System The Cubs participated in a series Westfield; Ms. Christina Gabriel of who joins the National Arbor Day School in Scotch Plains, where the m , of * © Residential or Commercial of Karate drills and even had the Westfield, Mrs. Kim Leegan of Foundation this month - part of the S a tis fie d ■- youngsters were treated to a karate opportunity to break boards with Fanwood and Mrs. Susan Tansey non-profit Foundation's Trees for A rea . 4 © 23 Vears Experience demonstration put on by Karate N their bare hands. "ustomersi f\ Leegan of Mountainside, formerly America campaign. © Free Estimates, Fully Insured Motion of Westfield, under the di­ Additionally, the Cubs finalized of Westfield, sisters-in-law of the The 10 trees include two White rection of Sensei Alan Simms. plans for their Pinewood Derby, to bride; Ms. Colleen Quinn o f Worces­ Flowering Dogwoods, two Flower­ A large contingent of Karate N be held at 6 p.m. on Friday, Febru­ ter, Mass, and Ms. Maureen Quinn of ing Crabapples, two Washington Motion students, ranging in age from (008) 272-4456 ary 6, at Evergreen Elementary. Middleboro, Mass., both sisters of Hawthorns, two American Redbuds six to 16. displayed basic karate Anyone with a son interested in the bridegroom. and twp Kousa Dogwoods. Owner on Job • No Subs moves, performed various Kata dem­ joining the Cub-Scout program if All the bridal attendants wore pearl . 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Many of the speakers, including ranfoid. will conclude this Sunday, Lutheran’s Outreach Ministry. For fur­ But it is comfortable, because it is those most directly affected by the tnuary 25, with a presentation by ther information or directions to the the theory behind America’s govern­ proposal, were appropriate in their >seph Krakora. First Assistant Pub- church, please call (908) 276-2418. mental systems. approach: they slated their position t Defender and the Public Defender's One of the interesting dynamics I and gave reasons for it, without name- irector of Capital Litigation. Garwood Knights Slate have observed is that of self-correc­ calling or exaggerating. This Adult Forum session will be tion of the congregation. If one, or a But a number of speakers, not im­ resented from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. in Blood Drive for Feb. 7 few, individuals get Out o f line in mediately affected, but projecting in te lounge of Calvary's Education GARWOOD — The Garwood communal behavior— are constantly their own minds some change in the uilding, located at 108 Eastman Knights of Columbus will hold a critical, for instance, or attack the community they do not like, were treet. The public is invited and reg- blood drive on Saturday, February 7, pastor's job performance without out of line. They made accusations tration is not required. from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at their Council reasonable cause, or try to bypass they could not support; they com­ Mr. Krakora will give a first-hand Hall, located at 37 South Avenue in due procedure to enforce their own pared the temple's religious activi­ :count of the legal obstacles faced Garwood (across from Pathmark). agenda— other members of the con­ ties to glitzy commercial enterprises, A TASTY TOUR...The Cub Scouts of Den No. 2, Pack No. 172 of Westfield by murder defendants in this Parking is available behind the gregation intervene. and they used descriptive terms that recently visited the Great Harvest Bread Company on North Avenue in country's legal system. He is the building on Willow Avenue. For more A little “peer confrontation” and could not help but offend the mem­ Westfield, where they learned about the history of bread making, the various premier capital litigator for the Pub­ information, please call (908) 789- the erring member usually gets back bers o f the temple. types of bread and the methods of preparation, and enjoyed some samples as lic Defender's Office and has tried 9809 after 4 p.m. in the groove, without a full-blown 1 commend the temple officers and well. Pictured, from left to right, are: Nicholas Serrateill, Gregory Schwartz, Bryon Lessner, Christopher Kattak, Harry Brafrnan and owner Barn Gold. battle with the pastor or offended members on their restraint through­ Lady of Lourdes Plans Novena to St. Claire church members. out the procedure. And I commend Wine and Cheese Party May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be It not only works, in that it mini­ the homeowners adjacent to the prop­ MOUNTAINSIDE - On Saturday, praised, adored, glorified and loved mizes conflict, but it also is respon­ erty under discussion for making their Music Programs on Tap January 31, at 8 p.m., the Our Lady today and every day throughout the sible membership. The congregation case respectfully. I hope these two world forever. Amen. L.A. is a unit that must work together to be of Lourdes Parish will sponsor a groups will find means of coming At Several Area Churches Wine and Cheese Party featuring a effective. This dynamic is self-disci­ together again to continue address­ pline, on a communal level. professional wine tasting. ing the issues raised. SUMMIT -The Second Saturdays will be hosted by the pop duo Open Prayer to 1 have missed this kind of account­ The event will be held in the audi­ But, I call on the rest of us — the Coffee House will feature an Open Book, featuring Ina May Wool and ability in the recent discussions at torium of the Our Lady of Lourdes The Blessed Virgin average citizens who listened in on Mic event on February 14 at the Dan Bonis, Doors will open at 7:30 Roman Catholic Church, located at this debate — to exercise communal PRAYER TO THE BLESSED Summit Unitarian Church, located p.m., with the show starting at 8 p.m. 300CentralAvenuein Mountainside. self-discipline in the future. When VIRGIN: (Never known to fail) First Baptist Women at 4 Waldron Avenue in Summit. Admission is $12. The church is Robert Jewell, with Schieffelin & an individual becomes offensive and Admission is $4. The sign-in for Oh most beautiful flower of Mount Post Saturday Events located at 40 Church Mall in Spring- Somerset Wine Importers of New Carmel, fruitful vine splendor of disrespectful, the persons attacked performers will take place at 7:30 field. WESTFIELD - The Women’s York, will lead attendees in a profes­ heaven. Blessed Mother of the Son should not have todefend themselves: p.m., with a start time of 8 p.m. The following Saturday. February sional tasting of very fine wines from Book Club at the First Baptist Church the onlookers should do so first. Additionally on February 14. the of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist of Westfield will meet this Saturday, 21, the Coffee with Conscience Con­ around the world. me in my necessity. Oh, Star o f the We need to discipline ourselves, Coffee with Conscience Concert Se­ cert Series of Westfield will present In addition to the wine tasting, the January 24, at 10 a.m. to discuss and in this town-wide context, that ries of Springfield will present Sea, help me show me herein, you Da Vinci’s Notebook. festivities will include music, cheese are my mother. Oh Holy Mary, “Prodigal Summer” by Barbara means “peer confrontation” of our “Songwriters in the Round" at the The event, starting at 8 p.m., will sampling, appetizers and beverages. Mother of God, Queen of Heaven Kingsolver. neighbors. How I would love to see a Springfield Emanuel United Meth­ take place at the First United Meth­ Dress will be “business casual.” and Earth! 1 humbly beseech you Sandra Brown will lead the discus­ citizen's disrespectful comments odist Church. odist Church of Westfield, located at Tickets arc available at $25 per per­ from the bottom of my heart to sion, and light refreshments will be called into question by the very next This evening of acoustic music served. One East Broad Street at the comer son ($20 for senior citizens). All those succor me in this necessity. There citizen to speak, apologizing for one of North Avenue. Admission is $12. 21 years of age and older are invited. Interested individuals are also in­ are none that can withstand your another’s errors and identifying one Baptist Groups Discuss The "Songwriters in the Round” Tickets are available at the Our vited to attend Women's Walk Aero­ power. Oh, show me herein you another's excesses. series is part of the Coffee with Con­ bics, a weekly exercise class. The ‘Purpose Driven Life’ Lady of Lourdes Parish Office and are my mother. Oh Mary, con­ 1 believe this kind of communal science Concert Series of Spring- will also be on sale after all masses class will meet at 9 a.m.. allowing WESTFIELD - Small discussion ceived without sin, pray for us who self-discipline will make Westfield a field, where audience members are this weekend, January 24 and 25. women to attend both groups this groups from the First Baptist Church have recourse tothee. Holy Mother, more gracious and respected com­ introduced to the varied musical Additionally, individuals may ob­ Saturday. of Westfield are currently meeting I place this cause in your hands munity. styles of several local singer/ tain tickets or further information by Both events are open to all women. every other Wednesday at 7 p.m., for (3X). Holy Spirit, you who solve songwriters. calling (908) 232-1162. all problems, light all roads so that The First Baptist Church is located at seven weeks, to discuss “The Pur­ Reverend Turlington is Senior Pas­ 1 can attain my goal. You who gave 170 Elm Street. For more informa­ pose Driven Life” by Rick Warren. tor o f the First Baptist Church of me the divine gift to forgive and tion, please call (908) 233-2278. These sessions take place at mem­ Westfield, located at 170 Elm Street. forget all evil against me and that bers’ homes. Donate Your Car in all instances in my life you are An alternative round of sessions with me. I want in this short prayer will be held on Sunday nights start­ Michael T. Sherry Honored to thank you for the things as you ing February 22. Participants need American Red Cross confirm once again that 1 never not be church members. For more Westfield / Mountainside Chapter want to be separated from you in information or meeting locations, With Eagle Scout Award eternal glory. Thank you for your please call (908) 233-2278. Help Can’t Walt mercy towards me and mine. The WESTFIELD-Michael T. Sherry, presented with his Eagle Scout rank Call: 1-888-999-HELP (4357) person must say this prayer three a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 77 on November 3 during a ceremony at One Call Does It All consecutive days. After three days, of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in St. Paul’s Church. See it all on the Web! Tax Deductible < the request will be granted. This Westfield, recently earned the Eagle He received accolades from scout­ www.goleader.com Any Hake / Any Hodel • C on Truck» A Pans prayer must be published after the Award - the highest rank offered by ing leaders, officers of Troop No. 77, favor is granted. D.K. the Boy Scouts of America. Assemblymen Jon Bramnick and Only 4 percent of all Boy Scouts John Wisniewski, family, friends and attain this honor. It requires the de­ fellow scouts. Purim is ju s t around -rnsib gin velopment of several skills, the ap­ Michael is a member of the Holy (urn: n/Mi plication of continued industry and Trinity Roman Catholic Church in the corner— wouldn't initiative and exercise of character Westfield, where he has been active and leadership. Bruce Mellen is his as an altar server and Catholic Youth you like to celebrate it Scout Master and Barbara Mellen Organization peer minister. He has was his Eagle Scout Advisor. also volunteered at Westfield’s his­ as p a rt o f a congregation? U.S.D.A Approved As his Eagle project, Michael re­ toric Miller-Cory House Museum. For 91 years, Temple Sholom has been practicing Reform stored and computerized records at Currently a senior at Westfield Judaism in Union County. This year we are delighted to be Rahway Cemetery. The project in­ High School, Michael is a section We PR O C ESS All Our volved hand copying the text of each leader in the school’s Marching Band. celebrating our first Purim in our new transitional space in tombstone (over 1,000), taking digi­ He has also spent many years as a Fanwood. tal photographs of each gravesite, member of the Westfield Fife and Meats On The PREMISES and then having a grid made of the Drum Corps, and has been involved The best way to choose a congregation is to spend time cemetery showingrows andcolumns. in numerous vocal groups and dra­ with its members. To help you make an informed decision, we ALL OUR MEAT Is Delivered He sought the help of a computer matic productions for school and welcome you to join us any Friday night for Shabbat services. programmer to write an expandable community theaters. He hopes to From The West program that stores and cross refer­ study theater arts in college next Also, we’re inviting prospective members to join us for din­ ences the data of the Revolutionary year. ner. services, and a festive Onea Shabbat on Friday, Feb. 6. War section. With this program, the STOP IN and rest of the cemetery can be entered in We'll start with appetizers at 6:15 p.m., dinner begins at the same format, creating the possi­ 6:30 p.m., and services will start at 8:00 p.m. See OUR DOCUMENTATION bility for future Eagle projects or For reservations or more information, please call us at community service projects for his­ torical societies. 908-889-4900, or e-mail us at [email protected]. While working towards his Eagle D O N ’T BE FOOLED! Award, Michael served as both Se­ nior Patrol Leader and Junior Assis­ T em ple Sholom tant Scoutmaster. Now an Assistant W E A R E THE EXPERTS! 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-Fri10to6 • Thurs10to8 • Sun 12 to 5 Thuraday, January 22, 2004 5Tt;p 3jlg0tfictb H cnbrr and Hie Scotch Plains - Fanwood TIMES A W atch ung C ommunications^ Inc. P u blic a tio n DEATH NOTICE John P. Noon, Jr., 77, Was Executive; Patricia D. Fischer, 72, Was Realtor; — <0trituarie6 — Officiated at Track and Field Events Enjoyed Golf, Fishing, Bird Watching DEATH NOTICE John P. Noon, Jr., 77, of Scotch of 1948, and a former member of the Plains died on Friday, January 16, at New York Road Runners Club. As a Patricia Diane Fischer, 72, a resi­ ber 8,1997. They had graduated high Roderick Cowles, 89, Squibb Executive; his home. member of the United States Ath­ dent of Wilmington, Vt. and Marco school together and had gotten reac­ Bom in North Bergen, he had lived letic Association, he officiated at Island, Fla. died Monday morning, quainted during a reunion in the early Was Mayoral and Council Candidate in Highland Park, III. before moving many track and field events. January 12, at her home in 1990s, eventually falling in love and to Scotch Plains in 1973. Mr. Noon served in the United Wilmington following a long, coura­ deciding to spend their lives together. Roderick S. Cowles. 89, of The was a candidate for Mayor and Fourth Mr. Noon had been the Senior States Army during World War II. geous tattle with cancer. She had In addition to her husband, she Dunes died on Saturday, January 10, Ward Council. Vice-President of Manufacturing for He was predeceased by his wife, survived cancer for 17 years, but leaves a son, Thomas J. Manton, Sr., in Manahawkin. He served on the Board of Direc­ General Felt Industries in Margaret O ’Connell Noon, in 1994, more than that, she surpassed it by and his wife, Michele Monks Manton. Bom in Brooklyn, N.Y., he gradu­ tors of the Westfield Neighborhood Saddlebrook prior to retiring in 1988. and by a son. Jonathan R Noon, in 2000. living her life with an extraordinary of Wilmington; a daughter, Susan ated from Pratt Institute. Council and was actively involved He received his Bachelor of Sci­ Surviving are two sons, John P. amount of grace and style. Joy Manton, and her husband, Mark He was an Executive Vice Presi­ with the Little League programs. ence degree in Chemistry from Noon, 3rd and James P. Noon; a Bom in Elizabeth. N J. on Febru­ Haughwout. of Wilmington; a step­ dent at E.R. Squibb & Sons and the All Jive of his children and three of Rutgers University in 1948 and his daughter, Margaret M. Noon, and ary 8, 1931, she was the only child of daughter, Cindy Fischer of Phoenix, company’s voice in Washington, his grandchildren graduated from Master of Business Administration five grandchildren. Charles E. and Grace A. (Simmons) Ariz.; two stepsons, Jeffrey R. D.C., where he worked closely with Westfield High School, and his son from New York University. Funeral services were held on Tues­ Klein. Mrs. Fischer was a graduate Fischer, and his wife, Carol, of the Food and Drug Administration Peter was elected Third Ward Coun­ He was a member of the Redeemer day, January 20, at the Redeemer of Westfield High School. Class of Clinton and Brian D. Fischer of and testified before a number of Sen­ cilman in 1964. Lutheran Church in Westfield; the Lutheran Church. Interment followed 1948, and went on to continue her Hillsborough; her grandchildren, ate committees. He was also instru­ At hi s bedside in Manahawkin were Rutgers Alumni Association, Class at Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. studies at Mary Baldwin College in Thomas J. Manton, Jr. and Cortland mental in expanding the company his wife, Joy; his daughter, Meg; his Arrangements were by the Memo­ Virginia. Manton, Michael Fischer, Steven worldwide. four sons, Peter, Michael, David and Fred BavrofT, 72 rial Funeral Home, 155 South Av­ In the early 1960s, she and her Mr. Cowles then graduated from Jonathan, and his granddaughter, Fischer, Colin Fischer and Corey Fred Bayroff, 72, of Springfield died enue in Fanwood. family moved to the Deerfield Val­ Kean College with a degree in his­ Silintira. He also leaves eight more Fischer, and many beloved friends. on Monday, January 19, at his home. Memorial donations may be made ley, Vt. area, where they were con­ tory. While at Kean, he tutored stu­ grandchildren and three great-grand­ A Service of Remembrance was Bom in Bayonne, he had been an to the James Parkinson Fund, in care sidered pioneers in developing tour­ dents with reading disabilities. children. held on Saturday, January 17, at the Elizabeth resident before relocating of Robert Wood Johnson Medical ism and business around a ski area. A Westfield resident for 33 years, Services were private. Contribu­ West Dover Congregational Church, to Springfield 34 years ago. School, 1 Robert Wood Johnson They became instrumental in the Mr. Cowles was a member of the tions in his memory may be made to with the Reverend Marcia Dorey, Mr. Bayroff was the founder and Place, New Brunswick 08903-0019 development of the Haystack Ski First United Methodist Church, was the Associated Humane Society, P.O. Pastor, officiating. Burial will take President of Max Bayroff Corpora­ or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Area. active in the Democrat Party, and Box 43, Forked River, N.J. 08731. place at a later date at Fairview Cem­ tion in Bayonne for over 50 years. Society, 45 Springfield Avenue, Throughout her professional ca­ January 22, 2004 etery in Westfield. A sheet metal specialist, he was Springfield 07081. reer. she had been a real estate broker Januaiy 22.2004 Should friends desire, memorial one of 10 specialists authorized to and agent in the Deerfield Valley George Keller, Jr., 77, Company Partner; gifts may be made toeither the Ameri­ work on the restoration of Ellis Is­ area. In later years, she enjoyed play­ Elin Hoehle, 94 can Cancer Society-Vermont Chap­ land, the Statue of Liberty, Newark ing golf, fishing in the Gulf of Mexico, Honored Veteran Served in Patton’s Army Elin Rosander Hoehle, 94, of ter or the Guy Hawkins Cancer Re­ Liberty International Airport and St. and was an avid bird watcher, a hobby Rahway died on Saturday, January lief Fund, in care of the Covey & Elizabeth Hospital, now Trinitas which look her and her husband, George D. Keller, Jr., 77, of Bask­ A memorial service was held on 17, at the Amboy Care Center in Allen Funeral Home, P.O. Box 215, ing Ridge died on Wednesday, Janu­ Hospital, in Elizabeth. Dick, on trips throughout the world, Saturday, January 17, at the Commu­ Perth Amboy. Wilmington, Vt. 05363. He attended New York Technical including Hawaii, Belize and Ecua­ January 22, 2004 ary 14, in the King James Care Cen­ nity Presbyterian Church. Bom in Elizabeth, she had for­ School and served in the United States dor. ter in Chatham. Arrangements were by the Wm. A. merly resided in Rahway, Scotch Army during the Korean Conflict. She and her husband were mem­ Sheila D. Biener, 70 Bom in East Orange, he was a Bradley & Son Funeral Home in Plains, Colonia, Maine and Florida former resident of Union, Irvington, Chatham. He was a founding member and prior to returning to Rahway in 1993. bers of the Marco Island Lutheran Sheila D. Biener, 70, of Westfield Mountainside and Toms River. He Memorial contributions may be past Vice-President of Congregation Mrs. Hoehle tad been an office worker Church and, while residing in Ver­ died on Sunday, January 18, at Over­ moved to Basking Ridge three years made to the Community Presbyte­ Israel in Springfield and was a mem­ for many years with Quinn and Bowden mont at their summer home, were look Hospital in Summit. ago. rian Church, Meeting House Lane ber of Peninsula Lodge No. 99 Free Inc. in Rahway before her retirement. members of the West Dover Congre­ Born in the Bronx, N.Y., she had gational Church. Prior to retiring in 1990, Mr. Keller and Deer Path, Mountainside 07092. and Accepted Masons in Bayonne. She was predeceased by her hus­ lived in Syracuse, N.Y. and Roselle January 22, 2004 He was predeceased by a brother, She was married to Richard E. had been a partner in S & K Con­ band, Franklin Hoehle. before relocating to Westfield 16 struction Inc. in Newark and later in Joseph Bayroff. Surviving are a daughter, Jane Fischer in Fishkill, N.Y. on Septem- years ago. Mountainside. Nadine Rupp, 93 Surviving are his wife, Eleanor Alexander of Rahway; a son, Douglas Mrs. Biener belonged to the Union He served in the United States Nadine Wahlc Rupp, 93, of Horowitz Bayroff, and two daugh­ Hoehle of New Hampshire; four grand­ Ida Ruth Marshall, 83 County Democratic Organization, Army during World War II and was a Westfield died on Thursday, January ters, Randi Bayroff of New York City sons and two great-grandchildren. Ida Ruth Marshall, 83, a lifelong was past Treasurer of the Booster member of General George S. 15, at Overlook Hospital in Summit. and Michelle Bobe of Springfield. A graveside service was held on resident of Westfield, died on Satur­ Club at Abraham Clark High School Patton’s Third Army. During his mili­ Bom in Baltimore, Md., she had The funeral service was held on Tuesday, January 20, at Rahway day, January 17, at Muhlenberg Re­ in Roselle and was active for many tary service, he saw action at the lived there until 1955, when she relo­ Tuesday, January 20, from the Cemetery in Rahway. gional Medical Center in Plainfield. years with the Roselle Board of Battle of the Bulge. He was awarded cated to Albuquerque, N.M. She Menorah Chapels at Millburn in Arrangements were under the di­ Mrs. Marshall was a foster mother Health. a Bronze Star and the European- moved to Westfield in 1959. Union. Interment was in Baron Hirsch rection of the Pettit-Davis Funeral to many children and a home health She was predeceased by her hus­ African-Middle Eastern Service An active member of the Westfield Cemetery in Staten Island, N.Y. Home in Rahway. aide in Union County, band o f 41 years, Jerald H. Biener. January 22. 2004 Medal. Women’s Club, Mrs. Rupp also be­ January 22,2004 She also was a member of the choir Surviving are two daughters, Karen A life member of the Veterans of longed to the Friends of the Westfield and various auxiliaries at the Bethel Biener of Westfield and Lynn Biener Foreign Wars post in Union, Mr. Library. Baptist Church of Westfield. of Scotch Plains; a son, Paul Biener Keller also was a 50-year member of Surviving are her husband of 65 She was predeceased by her hus­ of Colonia; a brother, Dr. Allan Education News both the Masonic Order and the years, Frederick Rupp; three daugh­ band, William Marshall. Feldman of West Palm Beach, Fla., Bricklayers Union in Newark. He ters, Julianne Hultzen of Albuquer­ c Surviving are two cousins, Alice and three grandchildren. additionally was a charter member Bazley and Ernest Powell. que, Christine Oakley of Placerville, Funeral services took place on of the Community Presbyterian Funeral services were held yester­ Calif, and Nadine Willis of Virginia Monday, January 19, at the Menorah Church in Mountainside. day, Wednesday, January 21, at the Beach, Va„ and four grandchildren. Chapels at Millbum in Union. Surviving are his wife of 58 years, Bethel Baptist Church. A Mass of Christian Burial was Memorial donations may be made Evelyn DeHart Keller; three daugh­ Arrangements were under the di­ offered on Monday, January 19, at to the American Lung Association of ters, Janet Dubell of Florham Park, rection of the Judkins Colonial Home the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic New Jersey. 1600 Route 22, East, Dr. Nancy Shumeyko of Vestal, N.Y. in Plainfield. Union 07083 Church in Westfield. January 22. 2004 .*w< u ass* and Debra Borchert of Chester; two Arrangements were under the di­ sons, Kenneth Keller and Wayne rection of the Dooley Colonial Home, Kffier, bothof'Mbtinfainside. and 12 556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield. Thomas F. Taylor, 77, Navy Veteran; grandchildren. 'fr v '- January 2!2, 2004 Tli Was Retired Electrical Contractor Thomas Foster Taylor, 77, of Foreign Wars Post No. 11467 and Michael Dwyer Completes Westfield died on Tuesday, January American Legion Martin Wallberg 13. at Overlook Hospital in Summit. Post No. 3, both in Westfield. Bom in Buckhaven, Fifeshire, Scot­ Surviving are his wife, Dora-Jean Coast Guard Training land. he came to the United States at Pitman Taylor; a daughter, Carol; a the age of three and settled in Cranford. son, Thomas J., and four grandchil­ WESTFIELD - United States ing; the basics of the work-life balance, He was raised in Garwood and lived dren. Coast Guard Fireman Michael K. and total quality management Dwyer, the son of Judith R. Ander­ in Westfield for the last 45 years. Services were held on Saturday, GIFTED IN GEOGRAPHY.. .Franklin Elementary School students in Westfield For many years, Mr. Taylor had January 17, at the Dooley Colonial son of Denville and Robert M. Dwyer Jeffrey Kivetz Earns competed in the school-level competition of the National Geographic Bee on been an electrical contractor based Home, 556 Westfield Avenue in of Westfield, recently graduated from December 22. Pictured, left to right, are: front row, Casey Federbusch, Samantha in Westfield. He retired in 1989. Westfield. the United States Coast Guard Re­ Clark Scholarship Furst and first place winner Rachel Rickies, and back row, Sean Clark, Connor A United States Navy veteran of Memorial donations may be made cruit Training Center in Cape May. WESTFIELD - Roger Williams Melochik, Charlotte Murtishaw, Caroline Zee, third place winner Charlie Scott World War II, he served aboard the to the Popcorn Park Zoo, Humane He is a 1997 graduate of Parsippany University, Ralph R. Papitto School and second place winner Ross Workman. Fifth grade teacher Barbara Woerz, who is also pictured with the pupils, organized the bee. USS Lake Champlain (CV-39) in the Way, P.O. Box 43, Forked River High School. of Law, in Bristol, R.I. has announced Atlantic. 08731-0043. During the eight-week training that Westfield resident Jeffrey Kivetz He was a member of Veterans of January 22, 2004 program, Mr. Dwyer completed a has been awarded the Professor Rickies Wins Geographic Bee vigorous training curriculum con­ Esther Clark Endowed Scholarship sisting of classroom academics and in the amount of $500 for the 2003- Frank Yarussi, Sr., 89, Knights Member; practical instruction on water safety 2004 academic year. At Franklin Elementary School and survival, military customs and This grant is awarded annually to WESTFIELD - Rachel Rickies, a will be eligible to compete in the courtesies, seamanship skills, first a rising second year student on the Retired Tool-and-Die Maker With Alcoa fifth grader at Franklin Elementary state bee on April 2. aid, firefighting and marksmanship. basis of outstanding academic per­ Frank Yarussi, Sr., 89, of Summit School in Westfield, won the school- The National Geographic Socie Margaret Giordano of Madison; A major emphasis is also placed on formance during the student’s first died on Wednesday, January 14, at level competition of the National will provide an all-expenses-paid tr three brothers, James Yarussi, Jo­ physical fitness, health and wellness. year studies. Overlook Hospital in Summit. Geographic Bee on December 22, to Washington, D.C. for state chamf seph Yarussi and Peter Yarussi; two He and other recruits also received Jeffrey is a member of the Alterna­ Bom in Westfield, he lived in and a chance at a $25,000 college ons and teacher-escorts to participa sisters, Mary DiNizo and Helen Ma­ i nstruction on the Coast Guard’s three tive Dispute Resolution student or­ Summit for 66 years. scholarship. in the bee national championship ^ teria; two grandchildren and three core values - honor, respect and de­ ganization and the Delta Theta Phi Mr. Yarussi had been employed as Ross Workman, a fourth grader, cap­ Tuesday and Wednesday, May 25 ai great-grandchildren. votion to duty - and how to apply legal fraternity. a tool-and-die maker for the Alcoa tured second place, while fellow fourth 26. The first place national winner w The funeral took place on Mon­ them in their military performance He interned in the Domestic Vio- Aluminum Company in Garwood for grader Charlie Scott took third place. receive a $25,000 college grant ai day, January 19, from the Paul and personal conduct. lence/Sexual Assault Department of 30 years. He retired 27 years ago. The bee, during which students lifetime membership in the society. Ippolito Summit Memorial in Sum­ Men and women train together the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Of­ He was a member of the Knights of answered oral questions on geogra­ mit. A Mass followed at St. Teresa from the first day in the Coast Guard, fice in Jersey City, and with the law Area Dean’s List Student: Columbus Council in Springfield and phy during an assembly, was the first of Avila Church in Summit. En­ just as they do aboard ships and shore offices of Margulies, Wind, the Golden Age Club in Summit. round in the 16th annual National Noted at Lafayette Collegi tombment was in St. Teresa’s Mau­ units throughout the world. Herrington, and Knopf in Jersey City. He was predeceased by a son, Geographic Bee. AREA - Gladstone Hutchinso soleum. To reinforce the team concept, Mr. The son of Lee and Dr. Robert Frank Yarussi, Jr. The kickoff for this year’s compe­ Memorial donations may be made Dwyer and other recruits were trained Kivetz of Westfield, Jeffrey earned a Dean of Studies at Lafayette Collej Surviving are his wife of 66 years, tition was held during the week of in Easton, Pa., has reported the nami to a favorite charity. in preventing sexual harassment; drug Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Lena Caporaso Yarussi; a daughter, January 22, 2004 November 26, with thousands of and alcohol awareness; civil rights train­ Science from New York University. o f students placed on the Dean’s Li schools around the country and in the for the 2003 fall semester. five U.S. territories participating To qualify, students must achiei At Franklin School, competitions at least a 3.45 semester grade poii were held in all fourth and fifth grade average out of a possible 4.0. Dooley Funeral Service, Inc/ classrooms. 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Educator o f WHS Student Weighs Pros, Cons of Bringing Back Draft M a r y D u r a By MICHELLE KI PPERSMITH Spatially Written for The Westfield trader and The runes Moskos raises an interesting point. Perhaps drafted soldiers could serve First Grade Teacher, Currently, students have no con­ a different role than in the past. It is Wilson Elementary School, Westfield cept of what a draft is actually like. true that the biggest need for sol­ Nothing of the sort has occurred at diers is in peacekeeping zones, not By MICHELLE U POIDEVIN America: Believing that education any point in our lifetimes. We have to war zones. S p rtM y Written foe 7V WettfriU lend„ m i n . The,, be content to soak up the lore of our is headed in a positive direction, Drafted soldiers probably would Age: 52 fathers and mothers. My father claims Mrs. Dura said she sees teachers, prove to be ideal for peacekeeping Hometown: Mrs. Dura has resided he watt ready to run to Canada or new and old, bringing a dedication to jobs, guard duties, or perhaps ad­ in Westfield for 25 years. Spain if called to duty, but, I don't their craft unseen in past genera­ SPECIAL PROCLAMATION...Westfield Mayor Gregory McDermott con­ ministrative assignments that could Education: At Gwynedd-Mercy think he actually would have done so. tions. ferred a proclamation honoring Catholic Schools Week at Holy Trinity free up trained soldiers. The need for College in Gwynedd Valley, Pa., she Anyway, that is the image that is "Everybody is rowing in tandem lntcrparnchial School in Westfield, as well as the values and academic peacekeepers is one of the driving received a Bachelor of Science de­ most likely thought of if asked about and in rhythm that says the children excellence upheld by the school. Pictured above, the mavor poses with Holy forces for the reinstatement of the gree in Elementary Education. Next, Trinity students. the draft. My generation has been come first," said Mrs. Dura, “ and draft, but another issue is the social she earned a Master of Science de­ bombarded with media images of that's how 1 want to keep rowing." makeup of the armed forces. gree in Reading from Fordham Uni­ the unpopular draft and longhaired Each year, she added, students Senator Charles Rangel, an advo­ versity in New York City. Mayor Gives Proclamation hippies burning draft cards in Wash­ come in more bright, more savvy, cate for a draft and a Democrat from Previous Expe­ ington, D.C. But, as I approach the and ready to New York, has stated that a draft rience: In Short age of 18, it becomes more o f an spread their wings “would democratize our armed forces Hills, Mrs. Dura To Holy Trinity Students issue to me whether or not a draft and learn new fac­ and return to the ‘citizen soldier' ideal taught elementary WESTFIELD - Westfield Mayor Holy Trinity School is now in its 88th will be reinstated. ets of life. that has served our nation so well.” students, and in Gregory McDermott issued an offi­ year of service to the community by From the talk of some senators, it My Goal As An Our all-volunteer army is drasti­ New York City, cial proclamation noting that Catho­ noting, "The school and its students seems like the move is inevitable, cally skewed; 40 percent of all troops Educator: lic Schools Week will be marked she taught both el­ “When a student are a source of value, pleasure and although I hope that a draft for active are Southern, 60 percent are white (72 from Sunday. January 25, to Satur­ ementary and is dropped o ff by pride in the Town of Westfield.” fighting soldiers will not come into percent of Americans in the general day. January 31, at Holy Trinity Catholic school his/her parent The proclamation also stated that being. population are white), and a dispro­ Interparochial School in Westfield. children. Once a with a sm ile, 1 the school “is committed not only to The U.S. is almost definitely go­ portionate number of soldiers come Jake Penders, Lindsey Penders and teacher at want to send them the development of academic excel­ ing to be occupying various areas of from states with low population. Sean Mullman helped read the proc­ Plainfield High back home with a lence and principles of citizenship, the world for years to come. The size A draft under the new Selective lamation aloud. School, Mrs. Dura smile too," she but to the teaching of religion and of the military is dwindling, and Service laws would provide for an The decree included the fact that has been teaching stated, adding life values.” approximately one quarter of all re­ army that is a better reflection of the in Westfield Pub­ that, at the end of serve units from the Army have been population of the U.S. lic Schools for Mary Dura each school year, called up. The biggest concern of I am not suggesting that a draft four years. TV-36 to Feature Program many military officials is whether or she hopes to in­ should be started for fighting sol­ / Knew I Reached My Students not the U.S. will be able to maintain still in her children the desire to be diers, as I do not believe drat anyone When: There is a moment, Mrs. Dura lifelong learners. both an active fighting force and a should be made to give up their life described, “when reading happens" Home Ufe: Without a hint o f the On Parent/Teen Relations capable peace keeping force. unwillingly. But perhaps a draft that and a child actually says aloud, “I’m clichd, Mrs. Dura can honestly say, WESTFIELD - Westfield High Several suggestions have been filled peacekeeping positions, and Student Assistant Counselor Maureen reading this.” “It’s a wondered mo­ “I love what 1 do." She married her School (WHS) TV-36 will broadcast made as to a solution. One proposal others that do not require that draft­ Mazzarese, leading discussions in ment," she enthused. best friend, John, with whom she the latest Parent-Teacher-Student is to employ civilians to fill adminis­ ees be put into combat. the topic, “Talking to Teens about What I Love About the School shares two daughters, Kate and Emily. Organization meeting featuring WHS Tough Things." trative positions, and other non-com- Consider nations like Israel, where District: As a Wilson Elementary bative roles in the armed forces. But Attended by both parents and stu­ all citizens, even women, enter the School teacher and mother of chil­ another camp feels that a draft is the dents. Ms. Mazzarese gave advice military at the age of 18. Although dren who attended Washington El­ most effective way to fill the ranks of on how to communicate sensitive they do not start college and their ementary School, she admitted her issues between parents and their the armed forces and make our mili­ later lives until the age of 20 or 21, love for both facilities, and the school teens. tary a more accurate representation they serve their country. They fight district as a whole. o f the people o f the U.S. The meeting was taped and will be hard to have their own nation, and "Parent involvement is just laud­ broadcast from Tuesday, January 27 In a recent spread in Time maga­ they are willing to protect it. able here,” said Mrs. Dura, adding through Sunday, February 1, on the zine. Charles Moskos, a professor at I think that too many young Ameri­ that her students anticipate when following days and times: Northwestern University and a former cans take their freedoms for granted; “company is coming” to the class­ Tuesdays at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.; draftee, opined that “short-term we also fight hard for this country. room. This can take the form of Thursdays at 2 and 10 p.m.; draftees...could perform...precisely The problem is that was over 200 visiting parents, or an extra pair of Saturdays at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.; the kind of role most needed in peace­ years ago, and to many is considered hands which can make activities ran Sundays at 4 pm. keeping missions and guard duties.” a distant memory. smoothly. She is thrilled, not only Three WHS juniors, Allison Some of the biggest opposition Young people have not known what that the children are excited about Tiedrich. Michael Feniger, and voiced about the draft comes from it is like to feel that their nation is in visitors, but that the visitors love to Perri Koll, who are among the sev­ the idea that drafted soldiers serve a dire peril. Serving in the military would come. eral "transition mentors” this year shorter time and are killed at a higher make us aware of our freedoms, and Mrs. Dura also told The Westfield who help freshmen become com­ rate than volunteer soldiers. Yet, what is needed to protect them. L ea d er and The Scotch Plains- fortable in their new school set­ Fanwood Times that, whenever she ting, helped Ms. Mazzarese in needs a parent to help out, even if the brainstorming and preparing for the {Summer Activities Expo request comes at a moment’s notice, session. the.parent is -there. Students are-al­ ways willing to help out as well, she NEW BOOK ARRIVAL...The Woman’** tJliibotJdteitfldrK lilTielected 111Vill M aHHHUtf t5 Slated at Delbarton School related. McKinley Elementary School as the recipient of monthly contributions of books Favorite Topic to Teach: Mrs. Dura In cooperation with Governor James McGreevey’s Book Club. Pictured, left to Holistic Practitioner MORRISTOWN - The Delbarton brochures from over 100 camps and loves to teach reading, but she also right, reading the first month's book selections are: second grader John I’eloso, To Visit College Club Mothers' Guild will host the 10th programs will be available at the expo. Woman’s Club member Carol Russ, third grader Andrew Agulree, McKinley enjoys supporting her students by FANWOOD — The College Annual Summer Activities Expo on Admission is free and refreshments Principal Claudia Andreski, first grader Julia Marchiano, and kindergarten teaching “the lessons that don’t come student Amanda Canavan. Club of Fanwood-Scotch Plains Saturday, February 7, from 11 a.m. will be served. The school is located in books.” Those life lessons, and will hold its January meeting on to 2 p.tn. in the school gymnasium. at 230 Mendham Road in how they play out in classrooms and Monday, January 26, at Union The snow date is Sunday, February Morristown. Visitors should use the playgrounds, are all part of gauging Catholic High School at 7:30 8, from 1 to 4 p.m. West Gate to enter the expo. and nurturing the development of a McKinley Elementary Pupils p.m. Youngsters of all ages and their For more information, please call child. The featured speaker at the parents are invited to explore the (973) 347-8805. The Future of Education in summer options offered, including Receive Book Club Donations meeting will be Nicole Ingra, a day and overnight camps, sports Holistic Practitioner and a mem­ WESTFIELD — Students at will be used in small reading groups ber of the Reflexology Associa­ camps, travel and study at home and M cKinley Elem entary School in and will be readily available to all abroad, languages, foreign exchange, tion of New Jersey. Richlin-Zack of Westfield Westfield will soon be recipients of teachers for in-school use. Ms. Ingra will discuss herbal arts, music, college study, comput­ monthly donations of books made “The generosity of the Woman's ers, special needs, sailing, biking, care, as well as the use of herbs possible by the Woman’s Club of Club of Westfield is very much ap­ to assist the body in its natural wilderness and adventure programs Westfield. preciated,” stated Mrs. Andreski. and community service. Graduates Columbia Univ. healing process. Inspired by Governor James “Westfield public schools encour­ The meeting is open to the Representatives, information and WESTFIELD — Kate and Columbia, Kate worked McGreevey’s Book Club to promote age early literacy and McKinley is public. For more information, Richlin-Zack, the daughter as an assistant to Professor reading in the primary grades, the pleased to have been selected to be please call Nancy at (908) 889- Johnson & Wales Tells of Frank Zack and Lisa Edward Leonard, Director Woman’s Club of Westfield is mak­ part of the Governor's reading pro­ 7624. Area Dean’s List Pupils Richlin of Westfield, re­ of the Artificial Organs Re­ ing available three books a month for gram,” she added. ceived a Bachelor of Sci­ search Laboratory and one each grade level at the school — AREA - Johnson & Wales Univer­ ence degree in Chemical of the founders of the Co­ sity in Providence, R.I. has an­ from kindergarten through fifth Engineering from Colum- lumbia University graduate grade. Children thrive at nounced that Westfield and Berke­ biaUniversity School of En­ program in Genomic Engi­ ley Heights students have been named The books ordered for kindergar­ gineering and Applied Sci­ neering. ten, first, second and third grades are WESTFIELD COOPERATIVE to the Dean’s List for the fall term. ence in May of 2003. Kate Richlin-Zack Upon graduation, Kate to be matched by an equal number of Holly Leonard and Kelly Schmidt, In 2002, Kate earned a accepted a position with NURSERY SCHOOL both culinary arts majors and books through the Governor’s pro­ Bachelor of Arts degree in Math­ Bristol-Myers Squibb as Assistant gram. Westfield residents, earned the dis­ ematics with a minor in English from Research Scientist in Engineering McKinley Principal Claudia tinction,. Berkeley Heights residents Nuriery WCNS offers a developmental and challenging Barnard College, Columbia Univer­ Technology, Process Research and Andreski explained that the books Kyle Pafford, who is also a culinary sity in New York City. Development. program in a nurturing environment arts major, and Charles DiStefano, a While attending Columbia, she She is a 1998 graduate of Westfield Daniel Banker Named hospitality management major, were worked as a research assistant at the -Hnh Srhnnl • Teachers, B.A. • 4-plus program • Lunch Bunch also plaiced on the Dean’s List. Columbia Genome Center under the To Fall Dean’s List • Ages 3-5 • Non-denominational •H alf Day supervision of Dr. Jinguye Ju. 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W F Police Detectives Seek 1 Freeholder Bd. — CONTINUED FROU PAGE I —.... ■■■ to be reviewed beginning in February by Information on Robbery the county Fiscal Committee. This spending plan has re-positioned the WESTFIELD - Westfield po­ a black ski mask over his face with county for renewed prosperity, he indi­ lice detectives are hoping the offer baseball gloves. cated. of reward money will lead them to The suspect came in behind the Additional details of the budget were information aboutan armed holdup first suspect and began binding the hot available at press time, but are ex­ that netted thousands of dollars victims. Then with help of another pected to be revealed and subject to review from a bread store on East Broad black male, about five feet eight by this newspaper in the ooming week. Street on December 22. inches wearing similar baseball The economic theme continued in the Police responding to an emer­ batting gloves, the robbers took public portion of the meeting, when gency 9-1-1 call at the store shortly the day’s proceeds from a money Bruce Patterson of Garwood inquired as after 10 p.m. found four employees drawer. to the controversial retroactive pay raises bound with rope and duct tape. It "We know there are people with enacted at the end of2003. Mr, Patterson wanted to know how the retroactive was determined that two men with information out there," said portion of each raise was presented. small caliber revolvers and a third Westfield Police Chief Bernard accomplice entered a rear door and Mr. Devanney responded that a lump Tracey. ‘Two cell phones were sum was awarded to each person quali­ surprised the store workers as they taken by the robbers along with a were closing for the day. fying for the pay raise. He stated that wallet from one of the workers there is a salary adjustment account as The first male has been described before they fled on foot, so we are part of the budget every year. as a thin Hispanic in his 20s, about asking for any information about If the money is not used (in the year 5- feet, 7-inches tall wearing a wool this case." for which it is earmarked), it rolls over knit skull cap and had very light Union County Prosecutor as a surplus to the following year, he blue or gray eyes. Theodore Romankow said that the explained. The suspect confronted one of Union County Crimestoppers Pro­ Freeholder Chairman Angel Estrada a u. . _ ^ . . . Photo Courtesy oi Tech Sergeant Jim Collins the workers in the back of the gram, “in its 20th year of opera­ added that the retroactive pay raise is OLR AIRMEN...Congressman Mike Ferguson (R-NJ) traveled to Iraq last week, where he met with New Jersey airmen building and shoved the silver tion, pays cash rewards of up to not an issue exclusive to Union County, near Baghdad International Airport on Friday. He gave the soldiers some greeting cards made by elementary school students weapon into the ribs of one of the and that the pay raises are based on in Roselle Park. Tech Sergeant Bill Christopher, left, who Is originally from Long Beach Island, is now serving with the 172nd $5,000 in violent crime cases. victims and announced a holdup. Fighter Group, Kentucky Air National Guard in Baghdad. Senior Master Sergeant Paul Kasica of Mount Holly, pictured Persons with information should performance. in the back, is a member of the 108th Air Refueling Wing, New Jersey Air National Guard. Pictured, in the front, is Staff The second robber, who has been contact Westfield Detective Baron “The reality is, this is something that Sergeant John Hupp and, to the right, is Senior Airman Jacob Weidinger, both based at McGuire Air Force Base. described as a tall black male about Chambliss at (908)-789-6077 or has been done for many years,” he said. 6- feet, 2-inches tall in his late teens, the 24-hour Crimestoppers tipline There was also one notable resolu­ was wearing a black ski jacket and at (908)-654-TIPS. tion enacted at the meeting that will positively impact the local area. The Congressman Ferguson Tours Iraq to Lend resolution authorizes the New Jersey Turnpike Authority Parkway Division lowork with the county and Clark Town­ Support; Learn of Rebuilding Strategies ship to improve Exit 135 of the Garden Police, Civilians Recognized State Parkway. The exit, long known as CONTINUED FROM PAOE 1 a congestion headache for many local residents, would be improved in order to young men and women they’re (typi­ Iraqi people is also a key factor if the When his wife, Maureen, asked him At Town Council Meeting prevent such overcrowding from be­ cally) 18 to 24 years old. It’s inspira­ nation is to create a successful democ­ why he was going to Iraq, the con­ tional to hear their ideals, sec their racy untainted by the violence of the gressman told her of his goals and she CONTINUED FROU PAGE I coming even more of a problem. bravery and feel their meaning.” Hussein era. said, “Okay, they're important and Keohane, who gave police a de­ from May until September, when The board also honored the Union County College Owls soccer team for The soldiers told him, he recounted. He believes that the Iraqis will need good reasons." scription of suspicious persons that there are many unused parking “Congressman, this is worth it." to work with various factions, since “I’m glad to be home with my wife led to arrests, and to Jeff Luterbach, spaces due to people taking vaca­ its memorable 2003 season. Among the When asked if other countries are help­ they have expressed the desire to gov­ and three young children,” he con­ who assisted an officer struggling tions. notable achievements were an 18-3 record, with the team outsorting their ing the coalition. Mr. Ferguson said that in ern using direct elections instead of cluded. with a suspect until police backup During his turn speaking before opponents 57-16 in the process. The addition to Jordan, the British have been caucuses. When broken down, the arrived. the council, Allen Soloman voiced Owls made it to the National Junior on the side of the United States since the population reflects 60 percent Shiite In other business, council mem­ his concerns about the proposed College Athletic Association (NJCAA) onset of the war. Muslims and 20 percent Sunni Mus­ bers approved the appointment of parking decks. He cited the recent championship game on November 9, The congressman said that Germany lims. Westfield BOE Jeff O’Conner as Alternate Number high school parking resolution that is certainly helping the coalition in where they lost in sudden-death over­ He said that he would like to see One on the Westfield Recreation originally had seemed destined for many ways, such as with air space, —...... CONTINUED PROU PAGE I time. The team was ranked second in the Iraqi government resemble the Commission. unanimous approval by Westfield logistics, and support from the people. two national men's soccer polls. Coach American system, where “majority district's recent anti-bullying initiatives A package of resolutions was council members, but was, as he He said that as he understands it, others rules, but the minority's rights are could curb the number of students clas­ Alex Louis was also honored as Region passed to approve improvements to stated, “all but killed” because of a such as Canada are on the list of coun­ protected.” sified due to special emotional needs. IX Coach of the Year. Lincoln Road and Cowperthwaite strong citizen objection. tries that have since given their sup­ When asked how he would defend Next, the board analyzed the pro­ The 2003 Owls are the first soccer Place, in addition to milling and port. President George W. Bush’s decision posed budget for capital projects. Mr. Mr. Allen stated, “Over the past team to reach the championship game in paving improvements at various lo­ When asked specifically, Congress­ to wage war in Iraq, Congressman Berman noted that the budget for capi­ two years there have been hundreds the 70-year history of their soccer pro­ man Ferguson reported that France has Ferguson stated, "There is overwhelm­ tal projects is the same as it was in the cations throughout the town of of residents who voiced their objec­ gram. not demonstrated support for the ing evidence which supports the need 2003-2004 budget and therefore is not Westfield. tions to the parking decks at public coalition’s success. to be in Iraq. We have first-hand ac­ part of the proposed 7 percent overall Finally, Westfield residents meetings, through petitions and "The contrast between support by counts from the Iraqi people ... all increase. Cynthia Foulke, Allen Soloman and through letters to the editor in The MS Council Germany and France since the war is they want is their freedom.” The renovation of the track at John Devitt spoke to council mem­ Westfield Leader...... CONTINUED FROU PAGE 1 ■ striking,” he added. Congressman Ferguson said he be­ Westfield High School (WHS) took bers during the public portion of the He went on to say he thought continued. On Saturday, the congressman re­ lieves the biggest short-term challenge top priority on the agenda for the night. meeting with various concerns re­ council members should “ask the Multiple ordinances were also dis­ turned to Amman and then went on to is the July 1 deadline, marking the Board member Richard Solomon garding parking and street bump- entire town and its voters if that is cussed and approved by the council, Ramsted Air Force Base in Germany, formal end of the United States-led said, “At some point, we’re going to outs. what they really want,” concluding including one giving the authority to the where two medical Centers are located. occupation and transfer of power to a need to redo it.” Ms. Foulke stated her concern to that, once the decks are up, “you financial officer and administrator to The first facility at the airport resembles sovereign Iraqi government. He called In addition to the track itself, the the council over parking tickets that will be changing our town forever.” a triage center, where the newly injured sign checks requiring immediate atten­ it an “incredibly aggressive sched­ long jump, high jump, and pole vault were given to Westfield parents last Finally, John Devitt expressed and wounded are assessed for treat­ tion, in the event that the mayor and the ule.” areas are also in need of extensive week in the Watterson permit park­ concern over the bump-outs that ment needs in order to determine their council president are not available, and He added that the nation is “experi­ repairs. ing lot while they waited for their have recently been erected on destination. The second facility is the encing a new birth dtle to the sacrifice another confirming payment of bills to­ The district has already slated plans children at Holy Trinity School, as Benson Place, South Chestnut Street Landstuhl Hospital commanded by and courage of Americans in the coa­ to have minor repairs done to the area taling $1,862,491. described in a letter to the editor to and Gallows Hill Road, known as Colonel Rhonda Comum, a former pri s­ lition.” The road to peace, he said, before the track season begins, but the The council, taking the police The Westfield Leader by Patricia the Shop Rite Grid. oner of war (POW) from Operation “will be made possible by the efforts proposed repairs will not extend the department’s recommendation, ap­ Kelly. Desert Storm in 1991. He was espe­ of servicemen and women." life of the track by more than a year. He asked what the costs were to proved an ordinance prohibiting park­ Ms. Foulke said she thought cially impressed with how Colonel Monies given by the American The needed renovation cannot be com­ put in the bumps, and questioned ing on Woodacres Drive during certain Comum, who had been brutally abused people to rebuild Iraq should be con­ pleted under state laws that do not Westfield should be more like their design, stating “the bumps are hours to allow for emergency vehicles and buses to pass. as a POW, had survived all that had sidered “an investment,” said the con­ allow more than a 3 percent increase in Fanwood, in that permits are not out of place and too much.” befallen her. gressman, which will be beneficial to certain areas of the district’s budget, needed to park in commuter lots Town Administrator James Gildea When the council welcomed audi­ At Landstuhl, Congressman the Iraqis, Americans and the Middle and leftover funds from bonds cannot after 3 p.m. on weekdays and noted that facts regarding costs and ence participation, a resident from Ferguson said that only 10 percent of East. He noted that terrorist camps, be used to fund the repairs. throughout the day and evening on studies were all a matter of public Woodacres Drive, which is located near soldiers’ injuries are combat-related, present in Iraq and Afghanistan be­ Board member Kimberly Rhodes weekends. record and could be found in the the newly opened Beechwpod School, while other cases involve everyday fore the war, have been eradicated. expressed her frustration with the situ­ Councilman Sal Caruana asked if Clerk’s Office. thanked officials for limiting parking during dismissal, stating that she feels accidents and maladies. Although he did not have the oppor­ ation. perhaps Westfield could consider a Mayor Gregory McDermott ob­ the traffic situation is extremely hazard­ He met about two dozen soldiers at tunity to visit Iraqi schools, the con­ “If we can’t find the money,” she similar situation, in which people served that the bumps were installed ous. She also requested the council place the hospital and said that it was inspir­ gressman, who is a former teacher and said, “the track is done and the pro­ parking in the commuter lots after 3 on those streets because of cars driv­ ing to see their strength. The congress­ a stop sign at the comer of Woodacres the father of three children, said he gram is killed.” p.m. would be exempt from having ing fast to get to and leave the new man remarked that he hoped to lift their would do so if he could return. He The board also discussed the need to Drive and Whippoorwill Way, which a permit. He noted that the town Shop Rite on North Avenue. was approved by the board. spirits. noted that 1.5 million bookbags filled perform renovations at the Adminis­ already allows non-permit holders One of the men he met in the hospi­ with school supplies have been dis­ tration Building at 302 Elm Street. to utilize those lots during the week­ tal, suffering from a broken ankle, was tributed to Iraqi students since the Repairs are needed on the portico area ends. Bob Tuttle of Glen Rock, one of seven war. He keeps one of those bookbags WESTFIELD as well as the front window wall. Captain John Morgan, Director children, who has a sister in Westfield. in his Washington, D.C. office as a Stressing the need for maintenance, of Parking Services for the Westfield POLICE BLOTTER Congressman Ferguson added that reminder of the coalition’s commit­ Mr. Berman said, “It’s in a condition Police Department, addressed the despite the capture of Hussein and many ment to rebuild the lives of Iraqis. where there’s no question that it needs audience, stating that on the par­ of his cohorts, and the dismantling of The students, he said, are “the fu­ to be done.” MONDAY, JANUARY 5 the theft of his wallet, containing $220 in • Raymond Stark, 35, of Fanwood their brutal regime, several hurdles re­ ture of Iraq.” He hopes they will be The proposed repairs would cost be­ ticular day the tickets were issued to cash, along with a DSC-P7 digital cam­ was arrested in the 200 block of Central main as Iraq and its people continue on educated "to love and cherish democ­ tween $90,000 and $100,000. the school parents, January 6, a per­ era. The theft occurred while he was at their journey towards democracy. mit holder called the station at 3:15 Avenue and charged with theft of a an East Broad Street business. racy and freedom...the values which Board member William Ziff sug­ credit card and fraudulent use of a credit Besides establishing a new political have made America great.” gested the possibility of acquiring some p.m. to complain there were many SUNDAY, JANUARY 18 card. He was released on $308 bail. • James Angelbeck, 43, of North system, Congressman Ferguson said When asked if the political climate funding for the repairs through histori­ cars parked in that lot without per­ SATURDAY, JANUARY 10 Plainfield was arrested and charged with jumpstarting Iraq's economy was vital in America has stymied progress in mits. He noted an officer was sent to cal site preservation groups. • A resident of Sandra Circle reported driving while intoxicated following a one- to the nation's future success and sta­ ticket the cars for that reason. Iraq, the congressman said, "It is dif­ Westfield resident Joanne Hone ad­ that someone entered her motor vehicle car accident on Springfield Avenue. He bility, and "inextricably linked" to ef­ ficult for our troops when they see dressed the board about the possibility Captain Morgan also stated that and removed $200 worth of sheets and forts to thwart violence. was transported to Overlook Hospital in political sniping at home.” of selling the Elm Street property and all of those tickets had been dropped, towels. Summit and released on his own recogni­ He said that he was informed that “The constant questioning and criti­ moving the administration’s offices to adding all of the parents have since • Eleana Ciervo, 38, of Westfield zance. unemployment among the Iraqi people is cism of our commander in chief’ is Lincoln School. been informed they cannot park in was arrested and charged with shop­ MONDAY, JANUARY 19 currently in the high 20 percent. troublesome to the soldiers because Ms. Gardner said that past boards that lot before 4 p.m. lifting $172 worth of clothing items • Denise Figueroa, 19, of Fanwood “It's going to be a real challenge for “they are literally putting their lives had considered the idea of selling the Captain Morgan also stated that, from a North Avenue business. She was arrested and charged with theft by them," he said. "But, they believe they was released on her own recognizance. on the line based on the intelligence of building on three separate occasions regarding the suggestion of Ms. deception after she allegedly used some­ can do it - if only they can be given • Trevor Wolff, 19, of Scotch Plains, the president and his people,” said the and voted against it each time. Foulke and Councilman Caruana, one else’s credit card to obtain cash freedom.” congressman. Christian Gray, 18, of Scotch Plains and from a register at an Elm Street busi­ Adding to Ms. Gardner’s com­ he could not see any problem in He observed that it is particularly While dissent among Americans ments, Ms. Rhodes said, “We can’t Camie Littrean, 18, of South Plainfield ness. She was released on her own re­ looking into rolling back the time vital that young men be given opportu­ about going to war in Iraq might have sell this building in this condition." were airested in Tamaques Park and charged cognizance. for non-permit parking until 3 p.m., with underage possession of alcohol. nities to support their families, noting given hope to terrorists before the war, The next public budget discus­ TUESDAY, JANUARY 20 saving he would get hack to the Gray was additionally charged with that individuals with no means of cant­ Congressman Fetgusun believes that sions will lake piace at the board s • An Elizabeth resident reported that ing a living could be recruited by terror this is currently not the case. council on the matter. consumption of alcohol in a vehicle. her credit cards were stolen from a meeting on Tuesday, February 3, dur­ All were released on their own recogni­ cells with the promise of money. “It would be a huge mistake to un­ ing which members will also ad­ In addition, he noted he was cur­ North Avenue business. One of the zance. cards has since been used to make one The congressman staled that a feel­ derestimate the resolve of the Ameri­ dress curriculum and personnel mat­ rently working on a program that TUESDAY, JANUARY 13 or more purchases in the amount of ing of hope and optimism among the can military and its people,” he said. ters. would sell spaces on a daily basis • A Scotch Plains resident reported $200.

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See it all in color at! Sports Section www.goleader.com T h e W e e k i n S p o r t s Pages 11-14 COC’BAGS 21 POINTS. BRYA PUTS IN 17 POINTS No. 18 Minutemen Outlast Blue Devil Hoopmen, 65-61

By DAVID B. CORBIN den. 45-43, in the final second on SpeclaUx Whiten for The Westfield Uadtr and The tlmrs an uncomfortable mood, leading to January 6 and, more recently, on Janu­ the turnovers. Very close games with top-20 ary 13 in Westfield, were outlasted. “There was a combination with ranked teams recently have been ex­ 65-61, by No. 18 Elizabeth. some bad decisions with the basket­ perienced by the Westfield High As in those previous two losses, ball, some turnovers, not being real School boys basketball team. The Blue the deciding factors were turnovers strong with the basketball," com­ Devils were nipped by fifth-ranked and missed lay ups. The 9-2 mented Blue Devil Head Coach Scotch Plains-Fanwood, 65-61, on Minutemen's full-court press and Kevin Everly. “When we came down December 23, burned by No. 14 Lin­ team quickness, however, did create (court), we had a couple possessions where we had some good looks. We missed some shots and they came David B Corbin for fha Westfield fard tr and 77m Times down and made some baskets. We PUTTING A COUGAR AWAY WITH A TURK RIDE...Raider Ronnie Ferrara, top. puts Cougar Chris Ridentc away had opportunities. They had the last in 56 seconds with a Turk ride and a deep half nelson in his 119-lb bout. Ferrara improved his record to 7-1. run and our run was kind o f cut short and time ran out on us.” Blue Devil seniors Jan Cocozziello 6 .4 m FERRARA. QL£E& ‘FRANC’SPARK and Terrance Bryant pumped in 22 and 17 points, respectively. Cocozziello. who banged in two three-pointers, netted 13 points in Raiders Get Back on Track, the second quarter where the 5-4 Blue Devils outscored Elizabeth, 19- 17, to trail, 29-27, at the half and scored seven in the final quarter. Club Cougar Matmen, 51-18 Bryant sank 14 points in the second half, including two three-pointers in the final minute. By DAVID ft. CORBIN near fall but Taglia attempted a few a real pick-me-up for the team. We Specially Written for The Westfield leader and The Times throws to no avail. 'Terrance can do a lot of things for were a bit down after West Milford Alive and well after being upset by us. He's making shots. He has a nice "Bumping up to 3 5 ,1 expected my but we bounced back and came to­ West Milford, the Scotch Plains- opponent to be strong and he was. He ______0«ldB.Co*lnlOf7Ji.WM«hWU«rw«xirS.TIm.. touch for a big guy. He can go inside. gether as a team." Fanwood High School wrestling team SETTING UP THE OFFENSE...Blue Devil Brian Power, No. 15, passes to Eric He’s starting to be a little more ag- had good hips and 1 knew that was At 140, Pat Mineo scored two was all business in Scotch Plains on Hayes, unseen, in an attempt to find an offensive opening. C0NT1NUED ON PAGE 11 coming, so 1 wanted to work my takedowns from the head-and-arm po­ January 14, convincingly clubbing arsenal of takedowns. 1 had a few sition, a duck under takedown and two Cranford, 51-18. Beginning at the 112- things I wanted to work on,” ex­ near falls to command a 12-0 majority JOHNSON. KRAMER. DELDUCA. TOMASSO GET PINS Ib class, the Raiders rattled off seven- plained Mineo who added, “This was CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 straight victories before the Cougars got on the board with a fall at 152 lbs. The 7-1 Raiders’ first, bout victory THE GIRLS9 SOFTBALL LEAGUE Unblemished Dodgers Stop was recorded by Sal Gano when he put Cougar Chris Cook to rest in 1:32 with a chin under hook and an arm OF WESTFIELD bar at 112 lbs. Next, Raider Robbie Blue Devil Matmen, 43-31 Ferrara, who lost his first bout of the Announces Its season via decision at West Milford on January 10, tore into 119-lb Chris By FREDLECOMTE 6-0 lead, then flattened him in 2:42. going to get the W and six for the Registration for Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Ridente with a vicious high crotch “I didn’t get to wrestle their nor­ team,” said DelDuca. “I took my takedown to a Turk ride to end the Losing a tough overtime (OT) bout mal 145-lb. guy, so 1. knew 1 was CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 match via fall in 56 seconds. Spring 2004 at 112-lbs and having a couple of top “I fired off with a high crotch and wrestlers out of the lineup provided went right to the Turk. I had it nice the 5-0 Madison High School wres­ and high and shot a really deep half,” OPEN TO GIRLS IN GRADES 2-8 WHO LIVE IN tling team the margin it needed to Ferrara, now 7-1, described. OR WHO ATTEND SCHOOL IN WESTFIELD stop Westfield, 43-31, in Madison on Raider Rick Olsen scored a first- January 17. period takedown and two second- Registration forms have been mailed to girls who played last season and The Dodgers won the afternoon’s period tilts to top Cougar Steve additional forms will be made available to students through their schools. first bout via a fall at 171 -lbs. At 189, Chencharik, 6-4, in the 125-lb bout. Registration forms can also be obtained at the Leader Store, Arena Sports a physical Chris Johnson, leading 4- Derek Francavilla. ranked third in and at the Westfield Department of Recreation. The registration fee is $75.00 0, on two takedowns rocked Carlos the state at 125-lbs, bumped up a per player. The deadline for registration is February 1, 2004. Pineda to sleep in 5:22. weight class and settled 130-lb An­ “I'm concentrating a lot more on thony Crecca in 2:56 with a back arm The GSLW also announced that it intends to offer a Spring travel program my conditioning, wrestling on my bar and head smother after recording to girls in the 6th, 7th and 8th grades. To be eligible, girls must also be feet and shooting a lot,” said Johnson. two takedowns. registered to play in the GSLW recreation (in-town) league. The Spring “He was hanging his head, so I caught “1 wanted to work neutral a bit Travel Team will offer girls the opportunity to play competitive softball him while I was working another more, but he seemed to be defensive. against middle school, tournament and club teams in surrounding towns. move. Using a half nelson, I cranked So, once I got on top, 1 wanted to Depending on the number of girls who express interest in playing and who him over and that was it.” work my wrist series. are qualified to play competitive softball, there may be try-outs for the Team. Heavyweight Nick Gismondi Steve Mineo, ranked third in the There will be a separate registration fee for the Spring Travel Team. scored a duck under takedown, re­ state at 130 lbs, jumped up to 135 lbs versal and takedown to defeat Joe Fr»d K. Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Tim a* and grabbed a 13-4 majority deci­ The GSLW invites any questions concerning these programs Mottola, 6-2. GIVING IT HIS ALL...Blue Devil 112-lb. Matt Kamel, top, wrestled a fine bout sion over a physical Chris Taglia. by calling its information line at (908) 233-1571. “It’s been a rough start coming off against tough Kyle Teevan. Kamel dropped a close, 6-4, overtime decision. 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decision over Mike Dillon. Mineo grapevine and a Jacobs hook. slipped a quick arm bar and a chin pull In a battle of two of the finest 2 15-lb back to get his second near fall. wrestlers in the region. Cougar Steve Eric Connolly put the Raiders in Carbone scored a reversal, an escape front, 35-0, with a sit through arm and a takedown in the third period to bar and wristlock fall in 3:08 in his defeat Marc Fabiano. 9-3. Heavyweight 145-lb bout with Brendan Stark. Andrew Loomis lost a 2-0, overtime Before the fall, Connolly worked a heartbreaket to Cougar Chris. Venditti sweet low single leg takedown, two then 103-lb Raider Dave DeNichilo near falls and a Russian to a smooth finalized the scoring with a 48 second throw by takedown. fall over Jesse Hynes, using a double "1 feel more energetic and confi­ grapevine and head hold. dent on my feet. Pat (Mineo) and 1 WEIGHT SEQUENCE: work hard in the room on our stance. 112: — Gano (S) p. Cook, 1:32 We are really good for each other,” 119: — Ferrara (S) p. Ridente, :S6 said Connolly. 125: — Olsen (S) d. Chencharik, 6-4 130: — Francavilla (S) p. Crecca, 2:56 The Cougars collected falls at 152 135: — S. Mineo (S) md. Taalla, 134 and 160 then Raider Andrew Silber, 140: — P. Mineo (S) md. Dillon, 12-0 ranked third in the state at 171 lbs, 145: — Connolly (S) p. Stark, 3:08 ______B«n|amtn Solomon tar Tfto WOofftaMLoodorontf moTInioo received a forfeit. Raider Charlie 152: — Pat Hogan (C ) p. Anthony BIG PART OF THE RAIDER PUNCH...Raider Lance Thomas dribbles Ferrante,3:18 toward the basket against Kearny. Thomas netted 16 points In the victory over Bachi, who also suffered his first 160: — Shad! Elwardany (C) p. Yoav defeat against West Milford, came N udell, 1:26 the Kardlnals on January 17. T n i K. LMomtt tar fa* W n t f M t iM dhr and Tim D m storming back with a 12-0 majority 171: — Andrew Silber (S) won forfeit LET’S GET PHYSICAL...Blue Devil Chris Johnson, left, dropped Carlos decision over Sean Bongiomo at 189 189: — Bachi (S) md. Bongiomo, 12-0 Pivedas to the mat, then cranked him over and put him to rest at 5:22 in the 189- 215: — Carbone (C) d. Fabiano, 9-3 lb. bout lbs. Bachi tallied three takedowns Hwt: — Venditti (C) d. Loomla, 2-0 OT Local High School Boys and two near falls, the later via single 103: — DeNichilo (S) p. Hynes, :48 Varsity Basketball Results: Unblemished Dodgers Stop JANUARY 13: Scotch Plains-Fanwood 81, Kearny 31 Governor Livingston 55, Union Derrick Caracter pumped in 17 Blue Devil Matmen, 43-31 Catholic 47 points and grabbed eight rebounds Jon Moss put in 17 points and for the 9-1 Raiders and Lance Tho­ COHTWUEO FROM PAGE II Connor Donohue scored 12forthe5- mas sank 16 points. Sean Fuller and 3 Highlanders. Mike Seamon scored time and used the Chancery. I just Sean Young each scored 10 points. overtime match. I thought Steve 14 points, Steve Farawell bucketed hooked him and it was over rather Keamy 12 3 2 14 31 Cruikshank (215-lbs), even though nine and Greg Crudup sank eight for quickly. That move is now becoming Sc. PI.-Fanwood 27 19 21 14 81 he lost, is looking better and better the Vikings. very natural for me and it feels good New Providence 63, Union Catho­ each match. I think they can hold Union Catholic 10 13 4 20 47 having it work so well. I definitely lic 49 their heads up high after that one. Gov. Livingston 7 14 15 19 55 look forward to winning the counties Mike Seamon scored 16 points Some of the kids we have high ex­ and moving on to AC this year.” JANUARY 16: and Greg Crudup sank 11 for the pectations of; Kramer, DelDuca, At 152, Blue Devil Lee Tomasso A. L. Johnson 59, Union Catholic 47 Vikings. Tomasso and Johnson. Those guys roared to a 4-1 first-period advan­ Mike Seamon sank 17 points and did a nice job and picked up points UnlonCathollc 9 8 18 14 49 tage, then turned Colin McAuliffe to Greg Crudup hit nine for the Vikings. New Providence where we needed to. We minimized 11 18 13 21 63 his back in 2:46. Dan Castaldo pul in 20 for the 6-3 the points that we gave up and lost “A lot of credit goes to my coaches Crusaders. matches where we didn’t get pinned. High School Girls for getting my head back into it and A. L. Johnson 11 11 19 18 59 So from what I saw on the mat, I was getting refocused," said Tomasso. “I UnlonCathollc 9 10 12 16 47 pleased.” ... ______. DovId B. Corbin tor Tim tvosfffofd Looser and Tho Ttmoo Basketball Results: was a little shaky early on in the MATCHING WITS AND POWER...Raider Steve Mineo, top right, matches Governor Livingston 55, Dayton season, but once again I feel pretty WEIGHTSEQUENCE: wits and power with 130-lb. Cougar Chris Taglla and wins 13-4. 51 171: - AJ Rooney (M) P. Colin Willard, JANUARY 13: quick, smooth and comfortable on 1:06 Mike Amalfe scored 18 points and Elizabeth 60, Westfield 23 my feet I worked a couple of high 189: - Johnson (W) p. Pineda. 5:22 Jon Moss bucketed 11 for the 6-3 Christina Fietkiewicz sank six crotches then followed up using the 215: - Nlco Somers (M) md. Cruikshank, Raider Matmen Nip Randolph, 33-28 Highlanders. Mike Mason scored 27 points while Lauren Sinnenberg and arm bar. Usually when 1 accomplish 12-2 points for Dayton. 275: • Glsmondl (W) d. Mottola, 6-3 The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Raider Charlie Bachi, who has lost Casey Elkourey each netted five that, it’s pretty much over.” 103: - Gordon Silverman (M) won forfeit School wrestling team improved its only one bout this season, won a 16- Dayton 16 10 10 15 51 points for Westfield. Blue Devil Andrew Shaffer made 112: - Teevan (Mid. Kamel, 64 OT record to 8-1 with a 33-28 win over 9 decision over Tony Margve, who Gov. Livingston 12 10 21 12 55 Westfield 4 6 7 6 23 it look easy, using an arsenal of moves 119: - Kramer (W) p. Redmund, 3:40 5-5 Randolph in Hanover Park on has been ranked seventh in that class. JANUARY 17: Elizebeth 15 24 10 11 60 to smother Luke Amoroso, 12-5 in 125: - Austin Boone (M) won forfeit 130: - Alex Guerlro (M) p. Craig Hewitt, January 17. Very important show­ Derek Francavilla at 125, Eric Westfield 65, Union 56 Rahway 53, Governor Livingston 27 the 160-lb. weight class. 2:40 downs at 130-lbs and 189-lbs re­ Connolly at 140 and Andrew Silber at Jan Cocozziello sank lOfree throws Danielle McCann netted nine “From a team standpoint, I thought 135: - Ryan Plnkus (M) p. Mark Boyd, :57 sulted in a 1-1 split for the Raiders. 171 all recorded pins. At 112, Sal Gano and scored 22 points for the 6-4 Blue points for the 2-6 Highlanders. Brit­ the kids did come ready to wrestle," 14tk - Pete Mazzocchl (M) p. Dan Whitney, At 130-lbs, Raider Steve Mineo, registered a 16-1, technical fall in 4:31, Devils. Terrance Bryant netted 17 tany Wright scored 15 points for the commented Westfield Head Coach 145: - DelDuca (W) p. Esposito, 2:42 ranked third in the state at 130-lbs, 119-lb Ronnie Ferrara won a 13-3, points and Eric Hayes sank 14. 3-6 Indians. Glen Kurz. “Even though he lost, dropped a 3-2 decision to Matt Kaplan, 152: - Tomasso p. McAuliffe, 2:46 majority decision and 215-lb Marc Westfield 6 16 16 11 16 Kamel did a nice job losing a tough 160: - Shaffer (W) d. Amoroso, 12-5 Gov. Livingston 8 7 8 4 27 ranked fourth at 125-lbs. At 189, Fabiano squeezed out a 7-6 decision. Union 13 16 8 12 7 Rahway 13 13 17 10 53

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V ;e 14______Thursday, January 22, 2004 ffllje jHUggtfirlh te a h c r and The Scotch Plato - Fan wood TIMES A W a t c h u n g C ommunications, I n c . P u blicatio n Softball Registration Begins For Girls’ League of Westfield The Girls’ Softball League of The GSLW also announced that it Westfield (GSLW ) announced its reg- intends to offer a spring travel pro- istration for the spring 2004 season, gram to girls in the sixth, seventh and Registration is open to girls in grades eighth grades. To be eligible, girls 2 through 8 who live in Westfield or must also be registered to play in the who attend school in Westfield. GSLW recreation (in-town) league. The registration fee is $75 per player The spring travel team will offer for the season. Registration forms have girls the opportunity to play comped- been mailed to girls who played last tive softball against middle school, WESTFIELD - The St. Helen’s season and additional forms will be tournament and club teams in sur- boys fifth grade basketball team made available to students through rounding towns. Depending on the coached by Oliver Kima and John their schools. Registration forms can number of girls who express interest Perrotta swept three games to win also be obtained at The Leader Store, in playing and who are qualified to the Montgomery Holiday Tourna­ Arena Spoils and at the Westfield p'ay competitive softbalL there may ment championship. St. Helen's won Department of Recreation. The dead- be try-outs for the Team. There will be the final game beating Mary Mother line for registration is February 1. a separate registration fee for the spring of God (MMOG) of Hillsborough, travel team. For more information, please call 21-14. St. Helen’s picked up their Applications Available the GSLW at (908) 233-1571. defense to shut down MMOG in the second quarter and led the rest of the TOURNAMENT CHAMPS...The S t Helen’s fifth-grade boys basketball team For St. Bart’s Softball game. of Westfield recently won the Montgomery Holiday Tournament title. St. Helen’s Boys Stay Steven Korn scored eight points to Applications are available for men, Unbeaten in UC CYO lead St. Helen’s. Andrew Kima was a minimum of 30 years old, who want St. Helen’s 7th Grade boys basket­ second high scorer with four points to join the St. Bartholomew’s ball team won two of three games last and three rebounds. Shane Skibitsky Oldtimers Men’s Softball league. They may be picked up in Scotch Plains at week remaining undefeated in Union sank three points and had key re­ Standard Pest Control or Sideline County CYO league play while split­ bounds. Sean Sibum pulled in seven Sports and in Fanwood at Family In­ ting two games in Our Lady of Peace rebounds and netted two points, vestors Company. (OLP) Varsity League play. Dominick Molinari grabbed six re­ Year 2004 will mark the league’s In Union County CYO action, St. bounds and scored two points and 26th year. The league started with Helens routed Our Lady of Peace, 40- Brandon Molson seized four re­ four teams and has grown to 10 teams. 11. Jimmy Reardon led a balanced bounds and hud two points. Much of the league’s success can be attack with eight points while Matt Justin Erickson provided strong de­ attributed to the fact that new teams Isabella and Tony Dilorio each fense down the stretch. The strong are chosen each year during a draft chipped in seven. See it all on the Web! guard play of John Perrotta, Robert ala the NFL’s college draft. St. Helen’s trailed St. M ary’s of Bunting and Connor Streaman shut League veterans should submit their South River by 13 points with four www.goleader.com down the MMOG attack and helped applications for this year by February minutes left but came back to close the St. Helen's capture the championship. 9. After that date, new players will be gap to three and had a shot to tie the accepted where veterans did not sub­ game when a buzzer shot fai led. James PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE mit their applications. Hughes led the comeback with nine NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION If there are further questions, please points while late defensive pressure BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, PROCUREMENT DIVISION call Commissioner Dom Lawrence at by Brett DeFazio keyed the come­ S E A LE D BIDS will be received from bidders classified under N.J.S. A. 27:7-35.1 etseq ., (908) 322-1697 or Publicity Chair­ back. Dilorio hit two quarter ending in the NJOOT M ULTI-PURPOSE ROOM. New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 man Dean Talcott at (908) 322-6577. buzzer beating 3-pointers to keep the Parkway Avenue, until 1 0:00 A M. on 2/3/2004 and opened and read for: All games are played in the Scotch game close. MAINTENANCE MACHINE SW EEPING CON TRACT 2004 Plains-Fanwood area on weekday In OLP Varsity action, St. Helen’s REGION NORTH COUNTIES OF BERGEN, ESSEX, HUDSON, MORRIS. PASSAIC, WARREN, UNION nights. knocked off St. Francis, 38-34, with 100% S TA TE Isabella scoring 10 of his game high DP #03443 11 points in the fourth quarter. Reardon Pursuant to the "Public Works Contractor Registration Act:, N.J.S. 34:11 -56.48 et seq. FSPY Gymnasts Get had seven in a balanced attack. (P.L. 2003, c.91), bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor, Softball League Needs Off to Great Start Division of Wage and Hour Compliance, at the time of bid. Drawings, specifications, and bid St. Helen’s 6th Wins documents may be inspected or obtained for a fee of $15.00, for full size drawings, at the Teams in Springfield The Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA N JD O T Engineering and Operations Bldg. 1 st floor, Box 600 Trenton, New Jersey 08625 (FSPY) A Division gymnastics team, Two in Boys Hoops during business hours. Names and address of prospective bidders for this project may be The Springfield Adult Modified acquired by telephoning (609) 530-8585 during business hours. Their fax number is (609) competing under USAG Level 8 and The St. Helen’s sixth grade boys 530-4503. Softball League is looking for new Level 9 rules, got off to a great start in teams. Players must be 18 and over. traveling basketball team improved Drawings, special provisions, and bid documents m ay also be inspected (B U T N O T its first meet on January 11 at Madi­ to 6-0 with wins over St. M ary’s in O B TA IN ED ) by contracting organizations at our various Design Field Offices at the following The season runs from late April son Area Y. locations: through July. Toenterateam, please Perth Amboy and Our Lady of Peace At Level 8,13 and under age group, from New Providence. 200 Stierii Court Route 79 and Daniels W ay 1 Executive Campus Rt 70 West call Springfield Recreation Direc­ Lindsay Robinson placed third in the Against St. Mary’s, Pat Sabatino Mt. Arlington, N J Freehold, N J Cheery Hill, NJ tor Mike Tennarro at (973) 467- 973-770-5141 732-308-4025 856-486-6624 all-around, vault and uneven bars. put in 12 points, John Bohlinger 4608, extension no. 7. 3 T - 1/15/04,1/22/04 and 1/29/04, The Leader______Fee:$140,76 Gina Pelosi took fourth in the all- sank 10 and Mike Fietkiewicz, Brett around and grabbed first in the vault. Johnson, and Kevin Clancy each At Level 8, 14+ group, Kate scored eight points. Evan Dobra Hye- Young Choi Breuninger seized first in the all- and Mike Sheehan crashed the 1920’s Folk” Victorian around, vault and balance beam. Lau­ boards with six and four rebounds Realtor in the Westfield Office 1994-2003 rel Devlin too second in the all-around respectively. NJAR Circle of Excellence Sales Award and floor exercise and third on beam. In the 35-31 win over Our Lady Gold: 1987-2001, Platinum: 2002 Allegra Kenwell placed third in the of Peace, Bobby Oberlander scored Visit me at my website: all-around and first on floor. Jenna 10 points, including two key foul » r- ::r' r’ www.Rcaitor.com ” ~ ; T •’ Skoller placed fourth in all-around, shots down the stretch to seal the www.coidwellbankcrmoves.dom/hye-young.choi second on beam and third on unevens. victory. Jon Brucia had seven points email: [email protected] In Level 9,14+group, Katie Zaleski while Stephen Greet and Matt Daly Contact Hye-Young Choi Today fin the Perfect Home! placed third on the vault and third on had four points each. The defense the unevens. played tough led by Kevin Hearon, FSPY will host an A/B meet on Tim Werner, and Sabatino. February 7. Spectators are welcome.

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Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage COLDUICLL BANKER LI (908) 301-2004 - Direct Line [email protected] Businett (908) 233-5555 www.KimHaley.com 209 Central Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090 A W a tc h u n g C ommunications, I n c . P u b u c a t io n Bfestficlh le a d e r and The Scotch PI aim - Fan wood TIM ES Thursday, January 22, 2004 ------— " 1 ------CHILDCARRE H ELP Eight-Week Series to Address Yotng family seeks qualified, loving, CLASSIFIED ADS REAL ESTATE, Agents at energetic childcare provider for 3 Burgdorff E R A are breaking all Early Stages of Alzheimer’s chidren in Westfield, liv e * or not. records. ERA’S #1 Real Estate Flexible work scheddte and start date AUTO FOR SALE APARTMENT FOR RENT firm has training classes starting BERKELEY HEIGHTS—SAGESpend- For mare information, please call Jennifer possible. Referencesaes required.n 95 Pontiac Grand Prix, O n e Bedroom Apartment for soon. Scholarships available. A-Day will present the second session of its Comfort, Director (>f Spend-A-Day, at (908) call Barbara at (90S) 233233-6695. 4-Door, Green, Low Mileage, Rent in Linden Over Store. C a ll 1-866-BURGDORFF series emitted “The Gathering," a free sup­ 464-8217. Excellent Condition. $695 per month port group for those in the early stages of Grants from Pfizer, Inc., the Wallerstein CHILDCARE / HOUSEKEEPER Best Offer 1-1/2 months security HELP WANTED Alzheimer's disease and dementia Foundation for Geriatric Life Improve­ (609)978-6947 The eight weekly seminars will be held ment, and the Overlook Hospital Founda­ Childcare / Housekeeper C a ll (908) 665-2527 3-Star Restaurant needed in Scotch Plains part- Looking for P /T Waitstaft. at SAGE Spend-A-Day, located at 550 tion has enabled this program to be offered HOUSE FOR SALE Springfield Avenue in Berkeley Heights, at free of charge. time for 2 children ages 11 & 8. P O O L TA B L E Call (908) 931-9244 Driver with own car needed. dates and times to be agreed upon by the Like Newl Complete with all OPEN HOUSE participants. A light lunch will be served. Seminar to Feature Call (908) 889-6898 accessories, Pool sticks, etc. 1 to 4 PM, Sunday, Jan 24 HELP WANTED The program gives individuals whohave Center Hall Colonial on oversized COUNTER/CUSTOMER SERVICE Best Offer GALAXY NAILS & SPA-Westfield recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Healthy Eating Tips lot, 3 bedrooms, 1 - 1/2 baths, (908)665-2527 is seeking: disease or dementia a forum for dealing SCOTCH PLAINS — The Center for HoneyBaked Ham, Watchung, newer kitchen, fireplace in living with their changing circumstances. Facili­ Women and Families, located at 1801 has an immediate opening for a PIANO LESSONS room, hardwood floors, large 1. L ic e n s e d C o s m e to lg is t & tated by a licensed social worker, these East Second Street in Scotch Plains, will reliable individual. Part-time, family room, furnace with Massage Therapist. Will provide sessions feature speakers who are experts offer a “Healthsmart” seminar on Thurs­ AM hrs. Ask for a manager. TEACHING SINCE 1970 on their topics. electronic air purifier, humidifier advertising and space. day, January 29, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. (908) 755-3524 Each week’s program will focus on an Led by Patricia Davidson of The Car­ (908)889-4095 and A/C unit - all 9 yrs old, large 2. Receptionists (Part-time) brick walled patio near elementary issue relevant to participants, such as un­ diovascular Care Group in Scotch Plains, HERBALIFE derstanding the nature of Alzheimer's dis­ the program will include diet compari­ HOUSE FOR RENT school. CALL STEVE at (201) 978-4888 ease; adjusting to changes in roles and sons, tools for balancing good nutntion INDEPENDENT DISTRIBUTOR WESTFIELD 900 Harding Street, Westfield FOR R E N T relationships; developing coping strate­ with a hectic lifestyle, meal planners and LOSE 2-4 LBS THIS WEEK 3 BEDROOM UNFURNISHED gies; community resources, and planning food charts. GUARANTEED HOUSE FOR RENT OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE WESTFIELD for the future. There is a $10 fee for this session, FREE SAMPLE CALL (908) 233-9326 Spacious, Bright, Cheery, OVERSIZED 2 CAR GARAGE Participants are encouraged to attend all which will be held at the center. To CALL (908) 486-7487 IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY, sessions and pre-registration is requited. register, please call (908) 322-6007. Furnished Office. Part-time in PUBLIC NOTICE Westfield, Shared waiting room, SAFE, SECURE LOCATION, PIANO FOR SALE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE TOWN OF WESTFIELD ample parking, convenient IDEAL FOR STORAGE PLANNING BOARD location, reasonable. S250.00/M TOWN OF WESTFIELD foi signage as follows: FISCHER CONSOLE PLANNING BOARD The proposed monument sign WITH BENCH The Westfield Planning Board will meet Call (908) 232-7274 Call Lori (973) 397-3541 requires a variance from: EXCELENT CONDITION on February2,2004 in Council Chambers In The Westfield Planning Board will meet Section 16.04E4d allows a maxi­ the Westfield Municipal Building, Westfield, on February 2,2004 in Council Chambers in mum size of 16 sq. ft.; 24 sq. ft. is WALNUT, $1000 OBO New Jersey at 8:00 p.m. to hear and con­ the Westfield Municipal Building, Westfield. proposed. (908)313-0037 sider the following application: New Jersey at 8:00 p.m. to hear and con­ The proposed logo wall sign 03-18(V) ROBERT W. BRENNAN AND sider the following application: requires variances from; ROSEANN BRENNAN, 606 16.04E4 A wall sign would not be PUBLIC NOTICE Q3-23(V) COMMERCE BANK/N.A. 552- CUMBERLAND STREET, ^ Side Hall Colonial with Character ^ permitted if Applicant were to use 556 & 560 NORTH AVENUE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS B LO C K 2705. L O T 14. S E E K ­ the alternate option of having a EA S T, B LO C K 3305, L O T S 1.03 ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT ING MINOR SUBDIVISION freestanding sign. A N D 1.04, A P P LIC A N T S E E K ­ WITH VARIANCES. APPLI­ 16.04E1 d allows a maximum ver­ NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on ING PRELIMINARY AND FINAL CANT SEEKS TO CREATE tical dimension of a wall sign to FEBRUARY S, 2004 at 7:30 p.m. In the MAJOR SITE PLAN AP­ TWO NEW LOTS FROM AN be 30"; 72" is proposed. Municipal Building, 430Park Avenue, Scotch PROVAL. APPLICANT SEEKS EX IS TIN G S IN G LE L O T. Plans TO DEMOLISH EXISTING The proposed "America’s Most Plains, New Jersey, the Scotch Plains Zon­ ? drawn by William N. Fritzinger, Convenient Bank” sign end ing Board of Adjustment will hold a public STRUCTURES ON PROPER­ P.L.S.. 283 Metape North, Bound . the (3) "C " signs: hearing to consider the following appeal(s): TIES AND CONSTRUCT COM­ Brook, New Jersey 08805, en­ 16.04E4 Additional wall signage MERCE BANK WITH DRIVE Jennifer DILollo for two (2) Variances to titled Minor Site Plan, dated 7/21 / would not be permitted if Appli­ THRU AND ASSOCIATED permit the construction of an addition at the 03. revised9/22/03, and revised cant were to use the alternate PARKING, LANDSCAPING, property located at 410 Union Avenue 11/28/03 Sheets 1-2. option of having a freestanding LIGHTING AND SIGNAGE. Ap­ (Block 1502, Lot 11). Scotch Plains, from Applicant seeks variance from ? sign. plicant seeks variances from the the following sections of the Zoning Ordi­ the following: Parking area signage requires following: nanoe: List Of Existing Non Conform­ a variance from: Section 23-3.4 A, Paragraph H, Column ing Zoning Conditions for Lot List of New C.40:55D-70c Vari­ 16.04Q1 of the ordinance allows 7 whereby minimum front-yard setback re­ 14.02: ances Requested: a maximum of 1.5 sq. ft. for park­ quired is thirty (30) feet; proposed [by plan] , Section 12.03D of the Land Use (a) Section 17.03(B)5 of the ing area signage. Th e “No Right approximately twenty-seven (27) feet; and Ordinance, Ordinance requires Land Use Ordinance. Or­ Tum " signs, the “Stop" signs and Section 23-3.4 A, Paragraph H, Column a front yard set back of 42.7 feet. dinance requires no park­ the “Do Not Enter” sign propose 8 whereby minimum side-yard setback re­ Existing is 37.7 feet. ing in front yard. Applicant 4 sq. ft. areas. T h e “Drive Up quired is five (5) feet; proposed; approxi­ U st of New C.40:55D-70c Vari­ proposing parking in front Teller” sign and the “Enter” sign Quaint living room with bay window, crown molding + brick mately three (3) feet. ances Requested for Lot 14.01: yard. propose 4.5 sq. ft. areas. (b) Section 11.27E7 of the Section 11.09E5 of the Land Use fireplace. Formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, 3 bedrooms Land Use Ordinance. O r­ List of Existing Non Conform­ David and Elizabeth Strong for a Vari­ Ordinance. Ordinance requires ? + enclosed porch. Walk to town, train, bus, library and dinance requires no paving ing Zoning Conditions: ance to permit the construction of an addi­ a minimum 20-foot set back for a in front yard. Applicant pro­ Section 11 27(E) of the Land Use tion at the property located at 4 Heritage comerlot street side yard. Appli­ Gumbert Park. Don’t miss this charming home, Call Pete posing paving front yard. Ordinance. Ordinance requires Lane (Block 14901, Lot 3). Scotch Plains, cant proposing 15 feet. ? todayl In Westfield asking $425,000 (c) Section 17.10C of the Land front yard set back of 25.4 feet. from the following section of the Zoning List of New C.40:55D-70c Vari­ Use Ordinance. Ordinance Existing is 10 feet. Ordinance: ances Requested for Lot 14.02: requires maximum illumina­ Section 11.27(E) of the Land Use Section 23-3.4A, Paragraph A, Column Section 11.09E6 of the Land Use ? tion level at property line, Ordinance. Ordinance requires 7 whereby minimum front-yard setback re­ Ordinance. Ordinance requires permitted is .5. Applicant side yard set back of 10 feet. quired is sixty (60) feet; proposed: approxi­ interior side yard of 10 feet. Ap­ Petar Hogaboom f WMU proposing 1.0. Existing is 2.7 feet. mately forty (34) feet. plicant proposing 9.2 feet. ^Properties Unlimited J Variances, waivers or exceptions f ABR, CRS, GRI, SUES Variances, waivers or exceptions Signs All interested persons may be present from certain site plan details or from certain site plan details or m Broker Associate Applicant proposes one exter­ and be heard. Selling Distinctive Homes Since 1986 relief from requirements may be relief from requirements may be nally illuminated tree standing The file pertaining to this application is in sought as appropriate. sought as appropriate. 200 North Avon*, tart • Westfield. Now Jerwy 07090 monument sign; one externally the Office of the Zoning Board of Adjust­ OHici: (9081 233 9292 >5448 illuminated channel logo sign on Plans and application are on file in the ment, 430 Park Avenue. 2nd Floor, Scotch Plans and application are on file in the Cellular: 19081 2477630 the front wall of the building; an Office of the Tow n Engineer, 959 North Plains, and is available for public inspection Office of the Town Engineer, 959 North f E-Moil: hogtbwutgodiow.com “America’s Most Convenient Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey and during regular office hours. Avenue, West, Westfield. New Jersey and To W0 colot photos of the obove Haling go to: Bank" sign and (3) "C" logo signs may be seen Monday through Friday 8:30 Linda M. Lies may be seen Monday through Friday 8:30 Ml-hwen. nogaDoom.comi knnohnnm 1i QCCOQC,odootc on the side wall of theM ID buildingUUIIU" a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Secretary to the a.m. to 4:30 p.m. i. u u ioJi. . > 10variousrilmcjipnalslional signs Kenneth B. 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PUBLIC NOTICE Center For Hope to Honor SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY CHANCERY DIVISION UNION COUNTY Mr. Hynes at Annual Ball DOCKET NO. F-3416-03 FILE NO. 4476-01 MOUNTAINSIDE - The Center for the ownerof Hynes Jewelers in Cranford. NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANT Hope Hospice and Palliative Care will Mr. Hynes and his wife opened the (US.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: host its annual Charity Ball on Satur­ business in 1981 and have been active ROBERT U DAVIS. HIS HEIRS, DEVISEES ANO PERSONAL REPRESEN­ day, February 21, at L’ Affaire, located in the community ever since. TATIVES AND THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT. TITLE on Route 22, East, in Mountainside. The store provides an opportunity to AND INTEREST; MRS. ROBERT U DAVIS, WIFE OF ROBERT U DAVIS; Every year since the fundraiser's in­ help the Center For Hope with JU UA U WHJMORE, HER HEIR8. DEVISEES ANO PERSONAL REPRESEN­ fundraising and advertising, as well as TATIVES AND THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE ception. one individual is recognized at ANO INTEREST; JOHN DOE HUSBAND OF JUUA U WILMORE, SAID the dinner for his or her contribution to to promote the center’s mission to its NAME JOHN DOE BEING FICTITIOUS; CAPITAL RESOURCES CORPORA­ the Center For Hope’s mission. customers. TION; KATHERINA R. STEPHAN: BRENDA DAVIS; JUDY U DAVIS; WINS This mission is “To provide termi­ Mr. Hynes has said he and his family DEZAN; JACQUELINE DAVIS; nally ill patients with the natural, hu­ feci they are not only supporters of the YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND REQUIRED to servo upon CASALE & mane care known as hospice, and their Center For Hope, but also recipients of P ELLEG R IN O . LLC , plaintiff s attorneys, whose address Is G A T E H A L L 1. P AR SIP PA N Y. the care and love that the center gives to N E W JE R S E Y 07054. an Answer to the Complaint. Amendment to Complaint, and Second families and loved ones with physical, Amendment to Complaint tiled In a Civil Action. In which FU N B A S T R U S T E E O F emotional, and spiritual support during those in need. C U S T O D IA N C/O P L Y M O U T H S P V 1 1NC. is the plaintiff and R O B E R T L. D AVIS, H IS their time of need.” The Charity Ball will be held from HEIRS, E T ALS; are defendants, pending to the Superior Court of New Jersey. Chancery This year’s recipient of the Coloney- 7:30 p.m. to midnight. The cost is $50 Division, UN IO N County and bearing Docket No. F-3418 -03 within thirty-five (35) days after Hudson Award will be Arthur Hynes, per person, which includes a full course January22.2004 exclusive of such date. If you fall toanswer or appear In accordance with dinner, wine, beer, soda, and dancing to Rule 4:4-6. Judgment by Default may be rendered against you tor relief demanded to the PUBLIC NOTICE HELPING A SCOUT...The BurgdorfT ERA Westfield office assisted Westfield Complaint, Amendment to Complaint, and Second Amendment to Complaint. You shall file the sounds of “The Class of 57.” For your Answer and Proof of Service to duplicate with the Clerk of the Superior Court of New T O W N O F W E S T F IE L D tickets or Ad Journal information, please resident Gregory Ryan, Jr., of Boy Scout Troop No. 77 in attaining the rank of Jersey. Hughes Justice Complex - C N 871, Trenton, New Jersey06625. in accordance with call (908) 486-0700. Eagle Scout In order to earn this distinction, Gregory chose the Memorial Park This is to certify that the within resolution the Rules o( Civil Practice and Procedure. Eagle Project which involves building handicapped-accessible ramps to an is a true and exact copy of the resolution ------*. in WertfMd. Moved by a letter You are further advised that if you are unable to obtain an attorney you may communicate adopted on January 20.2004 by the Town PUBLIC NOTICE already existing playground at Memorial Park i with the Lawyer Referral Sendee of the County of Venue and that If you cannot afford an Council of the Tow n of Westfield. they received from Gregory stating his cause, the BurgdorfT agents agreed that, attorney, you may communicate with the Legal Services Office of the County of Venue. The TOWN OF WESTFIELD Bernard A Heeney instead of exchanging gifts to one another during their annual holiday party, they telephone number ot such agencies are as follows'. Lawyer Referral Service908-353-4715 COUNTY OF UNION Town Clerk NEW JE R S E Y would collect $1,260 toward Gregory’s project Pictured, left to right, are: - Legal Services Office 908-354-4340. RESOLUTION standing: Ann Moore, Senior Vice President and General Manager of BurgdorfT T H E A C T IO N has been instituted lor the purpose of foreclosing the following tax sale CODE REVIEW & TOWN PROPERTY REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS certillcate(s): 1. A certain tax certificate 97-379, recorded on 8/20/1997, made By D AVID ERA, Pat Hoferkamp, President and Chief Operating Officer of Burgdorff ERA, COMMITTEE PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES Gregory and his mother, Alberta, George Kraus, Vice President and Manager of M A R SH ALL. Collector at Taxes of C IT Y O F P LA IN FIELD , and State of New Jersey to JANUARY 20,2004 COUNTRYW IDE HOME LOAN and subsequently assigned to plaintiff, FUNB AS TR USTEE The Tow n of Westfield, New Jersey de­ Burgdorff ERA Westfield office, and Caipie Delaney, Assistant Manager of W H E R E A S the Town of Westfield de­ O F C U S TO D IA N C/O P L Y M O U TH SP V 11NC.. This covers real estate located in C IT Y O F sires to seek proposals from consultants Burgdorff ERA Westfield office; and seated, Brigid and Theresa Ryan. sires to engage qualified professionals to with experience in project management ser­ PLAINFIELD. County of UNION, and State of New Jersey, known as LO T 20 BLOCK 443 perform a peer review of a traffic impact vices who are interested in working with the as shown on the Tax Assessment Map and Tax Map duplicate of CITY O F PLAINFIELD, study in connection with the redevelopment and concerns premises commonly known as 1457-59 ALDEN PLACE, CITY OF Town of Westfield in managing and coordi­ of the municipal lot located at South Avenue nating the planning and project efforts be­ PLAINFIELD. New Jersey. property and the municipal lots located be­ Hoferkamp of Burgdorff YOU. ROBERT L. DAVIS, HIS HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL REPRESENTA­ tween and among all of the project partici­ tween Prospect and Elm Streets property in TIVES AND THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, TITLE AND pants of a mixed use public/private partner­ the Tow n ot Westfield, and ship redevelopment project. INTEREST AND JULIA L. WILMORE. HER HEIRS, DEVISEES AND PERSONAL W H E R E A S the Town of Westfield has REPRESENTATIVES AND THEIR OR ANY OF THEIR SUCCESSORS IN RIGHT, For copy of the request for proposals, or ERA Highlights 2004 Trends determined that specific expertise is needed TITLE AND INTEREST, are made party defendants to the above foreclosure action questions, regarding the request for pro­ to review the traffic study as it relates to the posal, interested consultants should con­ crease of 9.1%. NAR predicts home because you are the owners of a property which Is the subject of the above entitled action. aforesaid redevelopment, and PARSIPPANY -A t the start of each YOU, MRS. ROBERT L. DAVIS, WIFE OF ROBERT L. DAVIS AND JOHN DOE tact: W H E R E A S Requests for Proposals were New Year, people make resolutions, sales will be 5.85 million in 2004, which HUSBAND OF JULIA L. WILMORE, SAID NAME JOHN DOE BEING FICTITIOUS, are advertised in the Westfield Leader and Star Mr. James H. Gildea set goals, and plan ahead. Since many would make it the second best year in made party defendants to the above foreclosure action because plaintiff has been unable to Ledger on Novembers, 2003 returnable on Town Administrator the real estate industry’s history. determine whether defendants RO BER T L. DAVIS and JULIA L. WILMORE are married, Town of Westfield of their goals are financial, consumers November21,2003; and While homes stay on the market a and If married, the name of R O B E R T L. D A V IS and J U L IA L. W ILM O R E s spouses. It W H E R E A S aforesaid proposals were re­ 425 East Broad Street and investors alike pay attention to R O B E R T L. D AVIS and JU LIA L. W ILM O R E are married, the plaintiff joins MRS. R O B E R T ceived on November21.2003; and Westfield, New Jersey 07090 what industry professionals project little longer than they did last year, L. DAVIS. WIFE OF ROBERT L. DAVIS AND JOHN DOE HUSBAND OF JULIA L. W H E R E A S a proposal submitted by Keller (908)789-4041 for the next twelve months. Real es­ inventory continues to move at a steady WILMORE, SAID NAME JOHN OOE BEING FICTITIOUS as a defendants for any & Kirkpatrick has been analyzed and found possessory or marital rights you may have. Completed Requests for Proposals must tate has become an area of particular pace. “If any particular property stays to be acceptable, and Y O U , C A P ITA L R E S O U R C E S CO R P O R A TIO N , are made party defendant to the above be received before 10:00am on Monday, interest to consumers, as the market on the market too long, it is probably W H E R E A S Certificate of the Chief Fi­ foreclosure action because on April3,1985, a judgment was entered in the Superior Court Februafy 2,2004 and the envelope submit­ nancial Officer, certifying to the availability has reached historic heights the last because its price has been set too high,” of New Jersey. Passaic County, by Capital Resources Corporation against Robert L Davis ting the response must be clearly desig­ of adequate funds for these contracts, pre­ two years. Projections for 2004 prom­ observes Hoferkamp. “Buyers ulti­ and Margaret L. Davis disclosing a debt in the amount of $2,286.61. Said judgment was nated as “Response to Request for Pro­ pared in accordance with N .J.A .C . 5:30 mately determine the value of a home, entered as Judgment No. J -006406-1985. Said judgment is subordinate to the Plaintiff’s lien. posal - Project Management Services". ise a continuation with this trend. 1.10 has been furnished to the Tow n Clerk. Y O U , K A TH E R IN A R. S T E P H A N , are made party defendant to the above foreclosure Bernard A. Heeney Based on figures from the National not sellers." Expenditure of funds pursuant to this C on­ action because on August28.1985, a judgment was entered in the Superior Court of New Township Clerk tract to be charged to Reserve for Parking Association of Realtors (NAR), exist­ Still another trend that began sev­ Jersey, Camden County, by Robert Davis against Katherina R. Stephan disclosing a debt LiyTsai Study. ing home sales were 5.57 million in eral years ago and should continue in in the amount of $500.00. Said judgment was entered as Judgment No. J-018057-1985. Chief Financial Officer W H E R E A S , the Local Public Contracts 2004 has homeowners moving to up­ Said judgment is subordinate to the Plaintiffs lien. 1 T - 1/22/04, The Leader Fee: $31.11 2002 and 6.7 million in 2003, an in- La w (N JS A 4 0 A :1 1-1 etseq) authorizes the YOU. BRENDA DAVIS, are made party defendant to the above foreclosure action scale residences. Buyers increasingly letting of contracts for professional services PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE because on April 3,1989, a judgment was entered in the Superior Court of New Jersey, without competitive bidding , seek oversized kitchens, jacuzzis in Burlington County, by Brenda Davis against Robert Davis disclosing a debt in the amount NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION the master bathroom, and extra space of$1,020.00. Said judgmentwas entered as Judgment No. J-027950-1989. Said judgment that a contract in the amount of $8,260.00 BUREAU OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, PROCUREMENT DIVISION for entertaining guests. is subordinate to the Plaintiff's lien. for a peer review of a traffic impact study be S E A L E D BIDS will be received from bidders classified under N. J.S.A . 27:7-35.1 et seq., “The makeup of first-time buyers is A N D you, B R EN D A D AVIS, are made further party defendant to the above foreclosure awardedtoKeUer & Kirkpatrick, 900Lanidex in the N JD O T M ULTI-PURPOSE ROOM, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 also changing,” remarks Hoferkamp. action because on July 10.1989, a judgment was entered in the Superior Court of New Plaza, Parsippany, New Jersey07054, and Jersey, Burlington County, by Brenda Davis against Robert Davis disclosing a debt in the Parkway Avenue, until 10:00 A.M. on 2/5/2004 and opened and read for: B E IT F U R TH E R R E S O LV E D , thatthese “As diversity increases in the United amount of $1,260.00. Said judgment was entered as Judgment No. J-058200-1989. Said contracts are awarded without competitive DRAINAGE RESTORATION CONTRACT 2004 States, it is projected that, over the judgment Is subordinate to the Plaintiffs lien. bidding as “Professional Services” under REGION NORTH A N D you, B R E N D A D A V IS, are further made party defendant to the above foreclosure next five to seven years, immigrants the provisions of the Local Public Contracts COUNTIES OF BERGEN, ESSEX, HUDSON, MORRIS, PASSAIC, WARREN, UNION action because on May21,1991, achild support judgmentwas entered in the Superior Court will comprise the majority of first­ Law. N JS A 4 0 A :1 1 -5(1 )(a) 100% STATE of New Jersey, Union County, by Brenda Davis against Robert Davis disclosing a debt. Said B E IT F U R T H E R R E S O L V E D that the D P #03445 time buyers. And there is nothing quite judgment was entered as Judgment No. J -057272-1991, CS70027133A . Said judgment is proper Town Officials be, and they are like pursuing the American dream of subordinate to the Plaintiff s Hen. Pursuant to the "Public Works Contractor Registration Act:, N .J.S. 34:11 -56.48 et seq. hereby, authorized to take whatever actions Y O U , JU D Y L. D AVIS, are made party defendant to the above foreclosure action because (P.L. 2003, c.91), bidders must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor, homeownership.” are appropriate in the execution and dis­ on August 21,1990, a child support judgment was entered in the Superior Court ot New Division of Wage and Hour Compliance, at the time of bid. Drawings, specifications, and bid For more information, see the charge of these contracts, and documents may be inspected or obtained for a fee of $15.00, for full size drawings, at the Jersey, by July L. Davis against Robert Davis disclosing a debt. Said judgment was entered B E IT F U R T H E R R E S O L V E D that the Burgdorff ERA website at as Judgment No. J-087193-1990, CS31172414A. Said judgment is subordinate to the N J D O T Engineering and Operations Bldg. 1 st floor, Box 600Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Tow n Clerk shall notify the contractors by www.burgdorff.com. Plaintiffs lien. during business hours. Names and address of prospective bidders for this project may be letter requesting submittal of appropriate acquired by telephoning (609) 530-8585 during business hours. Their fax number is (609) Y O U , YVIN S D E Z A N , are made party defendant to the above foreclosure action because Performance Bond and Certificate of Insur­ 530-4503. PUBLIC NOTICE on May 29,1992, a judgment was entered In the Superior Court of New Jersey, Passaic ance. so as to further execute the contract County, pYYvtna Oezan against Mary Oavis and Robert Davis disclosing adebt In the amount Drawings, specialracial |provisions, and bid documents may also be inspected (BUT H O T documents. TOWN OF WESTFIELD O B TA IN E D ) by cccohtrioWig organizations atourvarious Design Field Offices at the foiioJfing of J>l3.6M.46, plus interest arid costs. Said judgment was entered as Judgment No. J - B E IT F U R T H E R R E S O L V E D , that a BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT 061423-1992. Said judgment is subordinate to the Plaintiff s lien. locations: copy of this resolution shall be published in YOU, JACQ U ELIN E DAVIS, are made party defendant to the above foreclosure action The Board of Adjustment of the Tow n of the Westfield Leader as a public notice of 200 Stierli Court Route 79 and Daniels W ay 1 Executive Campus Rt 70 West becauseonJanuary3,1995, a judgmentwasenteredintheSuperiorCourt of New Jersey, Westfield, New Jersey will meet on Monday the action taken in accordance with N JS A Mt. Arlington, N J F reehold, NJ Cherry Hill. N J Middlesex County, by Jacqueline Davis against Robert Davis disclosing a debt in the amount February9,2004 in the Council Chambers 40A.11-5. 973-770-5141 732-308-4025 856-486-6624 of $35,000.00. Said judgment was entered as Judgment No. J-000283-1995. Said judgment at the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad 1 T -1 /22/04, The Leader Fee: $58.65 3 T -1 / 1 5/04,1/22/04 and 1/29/04. The Leader ______Fee:$140.76 Is Subordinate to the Plaintiffs lien. Street, Westfield, New Jersey at 7:30 p.m. DATED: January 14,2004 to hear and consider the following appeals Donald F. Phelan, for variance from the requirements of the Clerk of the Superior Court Westfield Land Use Ordinance: ot New Jersey Peter and Caroline Cordeiro, 837Kimball CASALE & PELLEGRINO, LLC . Avenue seeking permission to erect second 1 Gatehatt Drive and third floor additions contrary to Section Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 11.07 E6 of the Land Use Ordinance. Oidi- 1 T - 1/22/04, The Leader ______Fee:$176.46 nance requires minimum side yard set back of 10 feet. 8.5 feat is proposed Daniel and Carolyn Driscoll Swartz. 541 Elm Street seeking permission toconstruct a detached garage; addition to front porch, a dormer addition, and A/C units contrary to the requirements of Section 13.01 G 1 C , 13.02 H 6 ,11.07 E6 and 12.03 D of the Land Use Ordinance. Proposed (and present) side yard setback for accessory structure over500square Ieetis2.60 feet. Ordinance requires 10 feet. Front yard setback pro­ posed is ±4 3 feet. Ordinance requires the estimated front yard depth, which is 45.5 feet. Sideyard setback for air conditioning condensers proposed is ± 2 feet. Ordi­ nance requires 5 feet. Ordinance requires a minimum 10feet side yard setback. 5.58 teetisexisting and proposed. Thomas and Lisa DiGiorgio, 28 Burlington Gorge, seeking permission to erect a sec­ ond story addition contrary to the require­ ments of Section 11 07E.6 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance requiresa minimum rear yard setback ot 35 feet. 19.4 feet is proposed. Kevin and Andrea McGee. 548 Summit Avenue, seeking permission to construct a deck contrary to the requirements of Sec­ tion 12.04 F2 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires maximum allowable coverage with deck 22%. 2 3.5 % is pro­ posed. Dan and Linda Rubinetti, 909 Irving A v­ enue, seeking permission to erect a set of stairs with platform located off rear of house contrary to the requirements of Section 12.04 F1 of Ihe Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance require?= mfLrtmum allowable bunding co» erageof20%. 24.1% is proposed. Jean Genlevteh, 3 Hiawatha Drive seek­ ing permission to erect a one story addition contrary tothe requirements of Section 11.05 E7 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance require8arearyaiddepthot40teet. 32feet (present) is proposed. Presidential Pen. LLC, 112 Central Av­ enue seeking permission to erect a flat mounted sign contrary tothe requirements of Section 16.04 61 and 16.04 C2 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance permits only one sign. 7 are proposed. Ordinance prohibits signs to be placed perpendicular ftfflf1 thlartenlnnl.nmrew.rt Lyle Karlin, 551 Washtodton Street seek­ ing permissiontoerectadormertothe rear comer of home contrary to the requirements of Section 11.09 E6 ot the Land Use Ordi­ nance. Ordinance requiresamtoimum side yard ot 10 feet. 5.5 feet (present) is pro­ posed. Michael and Lynn Fernandez, 12 Sandra Circle seeking permission to erect an addi- tiontoanexistingside porch contrary to the requirements ot Section 11.06 E6 of the Land Use Ordinance. Ordinance requires a side yard sat back o n 5 feet. 10.7 feet is proposed. Documentation ot the above is on tile to the Office ot the Tow n Engineer, 959 North Avenue West. Westfield, New Jersey and may be seen Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.to4.30p.m. Any interested party may appear at the hearing, either to person, or by their attor­ ney, and be given an opportunity to be heard with respect to this application. Variances, waivers or exceptions from certain site plan details or relief from re­ quirements may be sought as appropriate. Roseanne Peer Secretary. Board of Adjustment 1 T -1/22/04, The Leader Fee: $60.07 - V ? *

shock will be experienced by the producers. Amish teenagers are quire familiar with TV. They can walk into any sales floor and watch it all day iftheywish, though most would rather work. 1 wouldn’t expea this Icnging, but there was never a missed show to bring any positive results.” entrance or false note. With Kerrianne Spellman Cort Last year, CBS offered a simi­ The young women, sounding like a larly distasteful proposal by invit­ single strong voice on each part, blended exceptionally well. The young ing Appalachian families to live men, whose voices are less mature, When Women Alter Appearance in a Hollywood mansion for sounded more like individuals singing "Very Reverend Michael McGuire* $500,000 per year, so audiences together. For a Role: All in a Days Work could get a chuckle out of watch­ The Madrigal Choir sane their final ing impoverished people play with two selections in English. The Luboff By KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT presses! SpedtMr Written h r The W etdieU Leadrt and 7V Tunes Ralph Garafola mounds of cash never before made piece gave the audience the bonus o f a Actors transform themsdves. That’s brief soprano solo by Jill McCoy, who was There was this whole thing on CONTINUED EROMPACE IS available to them. The idea for what they do. If a role requires an that he keeps at his home in Florida. substituting for the listed soloist, Leigh America Online yesterday that ini­ For some time he served as the accent or a costume from another Garafola is willing to share his secrets the show, which was modeled af­ Johnson. McCoys young vc instructor's assistant, and, of Reilly, voice was fo- tially had me interested, but after period, nobody questions it. But to be and offer his advice to others. In order to ter “The Beverly Hillbillies,” re­ cused, with just he right amount of Garafola stated, “1 can remember every some serious thought, started to irri­ ugly? Heresy! really learn how to paint, he suggests ceived such a backlash that it vibrato to make it very pleasing to the ear. tate the heck out o f me. single thing that man said to me.” It seems It’s so ridiculous. I applaud these trying his method — painting a nude that a good memory helps in creating the The Cranford group sounded very I always peruse the main AOL page never saw the light of day. women (and men) who are not afraid every day for seven years, as he did at the realistic depictions that Garafola so beau­ comfortable in Finzis piece, whicn Inarguably, the standards defining and check out happenings in the Art Students League in New York City in tifully captures in all of his paintings. ended the first half of the program on Aits and Entertainment world, so of the 1950s. As Tor his technique, he Garafola, a native of Sheepshead Bay, acceptable and casteful entertainment an exuberant note. Let us all hope that course I was intrigued by this piece paints wet, never allowing the oils to Brooklyn, also exhibits regularly with have spiraled below the dregs of the these talented young men and women about glamorous actresses who go dry until he is finished. He keeps them the Somerset Art Association, Watchung eanh, but since when has it been will continue to sing and perform for to great lengths to transform them­ that way by using a drop or two of oil of Art Association, Ridgewood Art Insti­ honorable to mock and deride the years to come. selves for a role. dove on nis palette, a trick Garafola tute, and at the New Jersey Center for For Haydn’s Paukenmesse, the final Naturally, they listed Nicole picked up from Frank J. Reilly, his Visual Arts in Summit. lives of sects that hold their morals so and feature work on the program, the Kidman and her Oscar winning instructor and a former Commissioner To find out more about this man and dear, let alone their desire to lead CAS chorus and orchestra were joined portrayal o f Virginia Woolf in last of Art for New York City. his work, visit www.ralphgatafola.com. simple lives instead oflavish, wasteful by soprano Andi Campbell, mezzo- year’s The Hours. The very beauti- and money-driven existences. soprano Sharon Morrison, tenor Mat­ fid Kidman dyed her luxurious red POPCORN thew Hughes, and bass Dale hair brown and donned a prosthetic Chadize Theron, left and tight, trans­ Since childhood, I have spent formed for her role in Monster. Livingston as soloists. nose for the film. Hollywood insid­ years among the Amish of For this piece, the choristers ar­ ers insisted that Nicole took home the to take a risk for the sake of their ait. B ig F is h : Pretty Lancaster, appreciating their cui­ ranged themselves more traditionally little statue because she was so bold to They should be commended, but not sine, admiring their modesty, and into sections. The men were at stage make herself ugly. I see. for making themselves ugly. They treasuring their talents and handi­ level behind the orchestra, while the In addition, they cited thecnchant- Good Catch should be praised for their hard work crafts. While I might not have women were behind and above the ; Renee Zellweger and her unprcc- and dedication to the craft of acting ^One Popcorn, Poor > Two Popcorns, Fair« Three Popcorns, Good » Four Popcorns, Excellent^ men on risers, directly in front of :nted weight gain for Bridget Jones's regardless o f what it entails. They go developed a full understanding of acoustical baffles. Diary. Rag magazines had a field day By MICHAEL S. GOLDBERGER The elder Bloom, ar one juncture of father why they adopt certain attire, the extra mile because they are dutiful J POPCORNS andd son’s last hurrah, justifying his From my position at floor level, the with this one, printing unflattering ' his wont and focused. Bravo. Big Fish, a delightful fairy tale for contem­ tell tales,, points this out: “Ii tellcell ‘eir‘cm; you avoid some means of technology, women sounded very powerful photos of the actress left and right. porary tastes from director Tim Burton, got write 'em. It s the same thing.” Will rails at or choose a horse-drawn buggy throughout the piece. Although they Did anyone see Chicago! Zellweger me thinking about him. I forget his the comparison. over a Volkswagen, I absolutely tried valiantly, the men usually fell does not have a weight problem. If ‘Love to Sing’ Weeks name...just that he was roly-poly, dark curly Funny. In so many instances it’s not short in matching the sound of the anything, I would like to. buy her Set by Hickory Tree haired, and from Brooklyn. But in my junior until a parent is gone that we willingly respect their resolve to preserve sopranos and altos. This issue was most lunch. and senior years of college, I had the good acknowledge being just like them, even and defend their heritage. By no NEW PROVIDENCE - The obvious during contrapuntal passages, However, the real shocker, accord­ fortune to have him among my dorm mates. taking pride in having assumed their per­ means should it be the butt of a Hickory Tree Chorus has invited fe­ He was the biggest, well, to put it po­ ceived shortcomings. And while supplying where each section entered in turn. ing to the AOL article, is Chadize joke concocted by television idea- The sections sounded more balanced Tneroris frightening appearance in male singers of all ages and voice ranges litely, prevaricator in the world. He could no real explanations for this phenomenon, to its “Love to Sing weeks on Wednes­ Big Fish offers the comfort that comes when the sopranos and altos sang in the Monster. Playing a serial killer, the really tell ‘cm...especially on warm spring men and women who have al­ days, February 4, 11,18, at 7:30 p.m. nights when we’d eagerly gather on the fire with knowing that others have tread the middle register and the tenors and normally breathtaking Theron has lowed the purpose of decent en­ at the New Jersey Youth Symphony escape, prompting a command performance. path of our anxieties. This is what Pastor basses sang in the upper register, where pasty skin, drab hair andchain-smokes. Music Center, 570 Central Avenue in Granted, no matter how his tall tales Pile (Walter Brennan) in Sergeant York tertainment to slip their minds. their voices were more resonant. The AOL piece predicted that Theron New Providence. started out, they all inevitably ended with (1941) might have referred to as “the usin’ The sole difference between The soloists were all first-rate indi­ would absolutely receive an Oscar nod A championship chores, members him winning the heart of some dean’s kind” of philosophy. placing princesses Paris Hilton- vidually, and they also worked well in for this major transformation. daughter. But the telling was consistently Then there is the more esoteric angle to Big sing a wide variety of lively, popular and Nicole Richie on the Arkan­ duet and quartet. Campbell and Yes, Kidman looked odd as Virginia music in four-part a cappella harmony. great...the variations on a theme astound­ Fish. For instance, why has Ed Bkx>m been Morrison were in especially dose accord Woolf and Zellweger had a bit of junk Interested guests may come on all or any ing. And not a one of us ever dared call him granted grace from all sources save for his own sas farm of a blue collar family in son? Don’t tell me it’s that Oedipal thing? when singing in parallel thirds, match­ in her trunk as Bridget Jones. Oscar of the dares and may begin the audition on the veracity of his yarns. “The Simple Life”, and tempting Yecch. In any case, literature majors in search ing phrasing and tone quality as if they winner Hilary Swank was more mas­ process with music and learning tape. I like to think that pan of it had to do with not wanting to embarrass him. Maybe. of a thesis could do worse than to consider why Amish with promises of Sax Fifth had been singing together for years. The ability to read music is not required. culine than Justin Timberiake in Boys But the fact of the matter is, he was just too common man Ed Bloom is a heroic, if shady, Avenue and Fendi lies in one word: Campbells soprano was sweedy lyrical, D on’t Cry and in Monster, Theron For more information and direc­ entertaining to shush. Mind you, this was figure at the center of a delicious fantasy, religion. Diabolical television ex­ and Morrison’s mezzo had a sensual looks like someone I saw at the tions, please call (973) 729-4955 or before cable and the Internet. Why kill the when, across town, Willy Loman (Death ora beauty without being overiy dark. laundromat the other day. (908) 522-1954, e-mail eolden goose? He was a riot. Little did we Salesman) commands center stage of modem ecutives love to lure those trying Hughes and Livingston also sang You know why? Because these fine members(®hickorytreechorus.org, or know we were witnessing the profound drama’s most famous tragedy? to follow the Golden Rule into well together, but the tenor’s lyric actresses are doing their jobs! They visit wsvw.hickorytreechorus.org. talents of a dying breed. Don’t look at me. 1 m only putting it dens of sin because it usually spells So it is with Ed Bloom, also known as out there for those so inclined. I just like to quality and the bass’s more edgy tim- don’t care if they appear less than solid ratings and bigger bucks for hre mesheri less readily in fin e r nrous because they are trying to Big Fish, title character and storyteller look at the pretty pictures, of which there are plenty here. .. ami quite colorful,a* that. ■ The orchestra, in service to the sing­ -ay real, ordinary people who just extraordinaire, portrayed to perfection by th£,ro,:f.,w u,,i ;• Albert Finney. Difference is, when we Bur hereVthe hib. white all of Bunon’s Jpsr J5tt;?tise these Arirffh teeh- ers at all rimes, gave a wonderfiilly clean might not have the best DNA. It’s all meet him, the Big Fish is literally dying. elements are nicelV in place, frdm the performance. Its precision seemed al­ in a day’s work and they should be And ir is upon the occasion of his impend­ script to the quirky characters, to the agers are approaching the most a given from the outset. commended for their fine acting, not ing death that son William, nicely exacted wackily emotive perfor “rumspringa,” or period when Parriculariy praiseworthy was an excel­ their wigs or outrageous makeup. by Billy Crudup, tries to gain some final that the telling t they have the choice to explore lent cello solo by Joy Matthews that I’m sorry, if they had offered Bridget understanding of his enigmatic dad. lacks authority, introduced the thematic material for Jones to a plethora of other Holy- Thing is, while practically everyone who rer. Better stitchiqe might have made for life beyond their normal sphere of Livingston’s bass solo. One hopes that wood names, I guarantee that those knows Ed Bloom loves him for his out­ a great film instead of just a good one. influence, should not invite Holly­ this organization can generate more par­ other actresses would have worn a fat landish fables, the younger Bloom doesn’t Still, with that said, most moviegoers wood to feast on the minds of the get it. Can’t they see he s only concerned who reel-in Big Fish will be glad that this ticipation by the area male population. suit. Zellweger, however, went the with his own silt-aggrandizement, that his one didn’t get away. naive and vulnerable faith-filled. An ensemble of this caliber with extra mile. She took a risk. She did her life has just been one big lie? ******* Moonves and his Hollywood en­ more equitable balance between parts i. And, ifTheron wins an Oscar for Of course William is hardly objective. tourage mightthink they could teach could elevate the level of performance ier work in Monster, it won’t be be­ Get Outta He would have preferred a more conven­ Big Fish, rated PG-13, is a Columbia from very good to unforgettable. cause she was ugly in the film. It will tional and attentive father, or so he thinks. Pictures release directed by Tim Burton and a valuable lesson or two to these be because she is an exceptional ac­ So, it is to this purpose that Will, while stan Albert Finney, Jessica Lange and Billy Amish youngsters, but the situation tress. The House attending what is in all likelihood his dad’s Crudup. Running time: 110 minutes. is actually quite the reverse. deathbed, reconstructs and explores the Dramatic Club When I appeared in Les Miserables, By CAROL F. DAVIS my fellow castmatcs and I had to black Specially W ritten h r The Westfield Leader and The Tunes legendary narratives that he has heard ad nauseam since childhood. For us, the happy out our teeth, draw blue circles under Mary Burns’ Photography On Sunday, January 25, The Prac­ byproduct is an uncanny look into the Coming Next Week Seeks Patrons for our eyes and wear din. Yes, wear din. titioners o f Musick will perform at multifarious nooks and crannies that com­ Exhibited at Reeves-Reed • Marylou Morano attends the Calvary Episcopal Church, 31 Wood­ All over our faces. This was because we prised Ed Bloom’s life. S U M M IT - Photographer Marie DECA Art Show/Auction which SmokeyJoes Ca& were meant to be starving, diseased land Avenue, Summit. Musicologists Done in scattershot flashback, the highly Bums is currently offering an exhibition aids muscular dystrophy. whores and beggars in the 1800s. Eugene Roan and John Burkhaltcr CRANFORD — Smokey Joes diverting and philosophical recounting is of her work entitled “From the Rockies • Lisa Basile reviews the C D by Trust me, it wasn t always fun to smear will perform music for the harpsi­ Felliniesque with a touch of Dali and some Cafi, the Cranford Dramatic to the Pacific” in the Wisner House at “Falling Stars," which includes dirt on our faces and put Vaseline in chord and recorder from their collec­ inspiration from Rod Serling. Club’s (CDC) winter musical pro­ Reeves-Reed Arboretum in Summit. Westfield students. our hair, especially if one of us had a tion of 18th-century scores published Among the dramatis personae that popu­ duction will open on Friday, Feb­ The photographs, all of which are for • Fanwood musician Jill Prefoch, a hot date later that night, but we had in Dublin, Edinburgh and London. late the senior Bloom’s adventures there is ruary 6. no less than one giant, named Karl (Mat­ sale, include scenes of the American member of the no choice. It was our job. It starts at 4 p.m. A free-will offering This 1995 Tony Award-winning thew McGrorv), a lovably larcenous circus West - the coastline, California mis­ New JersCT All- 1 find it really interesting that Hol­ will be taken. For information, cal “Best Musical” ran for more than owner, played by Danny DeVito, and a sions, deserts, mountains, forests and State Chorus, lywood makes such a big deal out of (908) 277-1547. 2000 performances on Broadway witch (Helena Bonham Carter). Going all unusual flora. A portion of the proceeds speaks with The these beautiful women allowing them­ and features neariy 40 Leiber and the way back to adolescence, lending a bit from the sale will benefit the arbore­ Leader/TheTunes. selves to appear common and plain. of literatv temper to the doings, it’s a run- Stoller classics, such as “Stand By A concert featuring young classical tum. There is no charge to attend. • Pen & Ink What about Marlon Brando ana Rob­ in with the witch that pretty much sets the Me”, “Loving You”, “Kansas City , artists svith exciting performance and Wisner House is open to the public on /xraei, continues. ert DeNiro gaining weight for a role? path of Bloom’s life. “Hound Dog”, “There Goes My competition credentials, the Show­ weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. What about Ed Norton shaving his case for Exceptional Young Artists, Come to think of it, add a little Greek Baby”, “Love Potion No. 9,” ail mythology to the mix. Because spying into the head? No one seems to lose any sleep will be held on January 25, at 3 p.m. within an idealized 1950s setting. hag’s “bad” eye, Ed and his pals get to see how over that. But if it’s a woman? A at the Crescent Avenue Presbyterian A 7-piece band will accompany they will die. Later, the femous raconteur beautiful woman? Wow! Stop the Church, Watchung Avenue and East The Longest Running Community Theater in New Jersey choreography in Smokey Joes would relate that, when faced with danger, Founded 1919 Seventh Street, in Plainfield. Local but knowing that this wasn’t how he was Cafe, wnich is directed by Shayne musicians include: Aviad Haimi- Austin Miller and produced by Liz going to go, said knowledge inspired bravery. THE CRANFORD DRAMATIC CLUB Cohen of Springfield, guitar; Robert In other words, our hero’s life was blessed Howard, with vocal direction by presents Tsi ofMillington, piano; Sofia Nowik bv a writ of safe-conduct. We wonder what Tracv Glenn Murrav. This team o f Chansonettes Plan pfNorth Plainfield ,arUoiQiaoziYang changes wt would make if oui well being professionals also assembled of Westfield, pi■iano; Lauren Salz of were thus assured. Other such interesting C D C ’s production of South Pa­ Spring Program Bridgewater, flute; and Tiffany Chu thoughts and conjectures abound. cific two years ago. of Bridgewater, piano. Tickets arc $5 Most wondrous is the film’s treatise on “Everyone loves a musical and WESTFIELD - T he to $15. Call (908) 756-2468. romance, Ed Bloom style. And ideal as the what’s wonderful about this show is Chansonettes ofWestfield have been jewel of his wanderlust is Jessica Lange’s that the songs are all so recognizable,” rehearsing for their spring program Sandra Bloom. The adventurer’s fidelity said Miller. VWe have a talented cast, “Movie Magic," which will indude The ThirdAnnual Bums Night , largely fueled great costumes and we are sure that songs like “Let Me Entertain You," at the Grand Summit Hotel willbe But Fridays i being his this will he an entertaining and fun “You Ought to Be in Pictures,” held on Saturday, January 24. Cel­ ebrate the birthday o f Scotland's greatest defender, Mrs. Bfoom is also en­ February 6,13 & 20 way for folks to spend an evening.* “Thanks for the Memories," and beloved bard, Robert Burns, with a tirely devoted to her perplexing spouse. Along with choreographer “Ybu Are So Beautiful.” Their courtship is to the film what sprinkles The program will also include a five-course dinner, highland and Debra Bassin and band director country dan. mg, Oittu y readings, are to an ice cream cone. ______Saturdays Milch Kolesaire, the team has been Llutvirvinir ->r.rl trnrjirjnnol UU.UU., On a more sober note, Burton’s movie, m v A i based on Daniel Wallace's novel and working since last winter. :ning February 7,14 & 21 “W hen You Wish Upon a Star” adapted for the screen by John August, The cast includes Molly Frieri begin with a cocktail hourrat7 at 7 p.m.p. of Cranford, Tracy Haskell of and “Moon River.” does indeed, through its parables and meta­ Mowed by dinner and entertain phors, address its stated goal — to investi­ Garwood, Regina Sayles of New members are welcome to ment at 8 p.m. Tickets are $80, and join the woman’s choral group, gate the disenchanted relationship hetween Hawthorne, Nicole Scavone of for information call (908) 273-3509 rather and son. which sings sections ranging from Performances ■ 8:00 p.m. South Plainfield, Tamara Valdes o f or log onto www.clancurrie.com. As a matter of background, note that Hackensack, Rvan Conolley of pop tunes to dassical music in the younger Bloom is a reporter for UPI. Tickets ■ $18 Livingston, Jeffrey Fiorello of four-part harmony. The group is Wayne, Jeffrey Foote of Wharton, under the direction of Jean Schork, and Kevin Gardner and Brian and accompanied by Mel Freda. Whittard, both of Bloomfield. Rehearsals will begin on Performances are also scheduled Wednesday, January 28, at 7:30 m CatLrone Sc U o f Reserve Now for Fridays, February 13 and 20 and p.m. at The Presbyterian Church The P rofessional S chool Saturdays, February 7,14and21,all in Westfield. 908"276*7611 at 8 p.m. For membership information, 3 Certified Teachers Group sales of 25 -74 ticket* For tickets, please call the box please call Jackie Costello at (908) 10% off 789-5819 or Amy Herrington at