IE WESTFIELD LEADER Westfield Since 1890

Nl n USPS 6»» 1TEAR, NO. 23 Second Clasi Pottije PtM WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29, 1988 Published 20 Pages—30 Cents o • Wfuncu. N.J. Every Thursday Zoning Board Denies Mayor Stone To Give Genesee Trail Pool Annual Address Jan. 3 The Town Council of Westfield (Ward 2), Christian Abeel (Ward At its Dec. 19 meeting, the first floor addition which would will hold a special meeting for 3), and Michael Panagos (Ward Westfield Board of Adjustment include a bathroom and closet the purpose of organizing for the 4 > also will be sworn in for addi- denied an application for a swim- and hallway to the rear of his year 1989, Tuesday, Jan. 3, at tional terms. ming pool on Genesee Trail. home. A present side yard viola- fi:30 p.m., in the Council The appeal of Martin and tion would be continued for an ad- Chambers of the Municipal The annual organization Shirley Diamond of 59 Genesee ditional ten feet. Board members Building, 425 East Broad St. At meeting, which is generally at- Tr. to install a poo) measuring requested that the application be this time, Mayor Raymond W. tended by Westfield's "official 18.5 feet wide and 38 feet in carried until January, to afford Stone will give his annual ad- family" and former elected of- length, was denied after board them, the opportunity to see the dress as he begins his second ficials, also is the session at members heard testimony from house. term of office. which the town council approves neighbors for and against the Robert and Maureen Brewster Councilmen Frank Rodgers a schedule of meeting dates for proposed pool. of 230 Hazel Ave. came before the (Ward 1), Garland "Bud" Boothe (he coming year. _ ., Board members noted that the board to request permission for a Council com- Diamonds had previously receiv- porch and vestibule. Violations Wetlands Report mittees and their chairmen also ed variances for a deck and kit- included a coverage problem of are named. chen addition, using up much 24% instead, of 20% and a front Photo by Classic Studio available space in their rear yard setback of 16.5 feet instead Made Available MAYOR RAYMOND W. STONE (seated) and Councilmen (left to yard. The pool would have left of 40 feet. Additions to the home Town Administrator John Tax Collector's right) W. Jubb Corbet, Garland "Bud" Boothe, Christian Abed, the applicants with a 10-foot rear had been previously made. Malloy has announced that James lleinilich, Richard Hagger, Frank Rodgers, James Hely ami yard., Michael Panagos, are expected to be on hand at the organizational Most of the Brewsters' copies of a preliminary wetlands Office Closed meeting of the council on Jan. :!. Mayor Stone will begin his second Finding the rear yard unsuit- neighbors were on hand to testify report done by Hudson Partner- term of office. able for a pool of the dimensions on behalf of the applicants. Their ship, are on file at the Municipal The Office of the Tax Collec- requested, board members sug- immediate neighbor, who would Building, 425 East Broad St. The tor will close at 10 a.m., Fri- gested reducing the size of the be most affected by the addition, report deals with a vacant piece day, Dec. 30 and re-open Tues- pool to alleviate the setback however, was opposed. It was of property between Summit day, .Jan. 3, at 8:30 a.m. Recycling Information violations. No compromise could pointed out that this neighbor's Avenue and Tice Place. be reached, and the application house was built after the town's Residents' newspapers, 753-7276. was unanimously denied. zoning code was changed to re- aluminum cans and glass bottles Westfielders also may utilize Also denied was the carried quire 40 foot setbacks. New Color-coded Permits and jars will be collected on the the town's two recycling centers. over appeal of L.G.E. Lascelles Board members suggested that following day during the re- Newspapers and aluminum cans of 033 North Chestnut St., for per- the Brewsters cut back their ad- For Parking To Be Issued mainder of December and the may be taken to the Watterson mission to build a kitchen ad- ditions to 22% and come back in month of January: Street municipal parking lot dition and a screened porch. January with revised plans. Parking permitholders are advised to park in their proper North of railroad tracks: (across from the Westfield Board members were opposed to Norman Yang of 2 Normandy municipal parking lots. Par.king.neimits are color-coded by lot. Thursdays, Dec. 20, Jan. 12 and Rescue Squad's headquarters) the porch which would create a Dr., was granted a variance for The following'are the designated permit colors foi-19B9: 26. .. the second and fourth Saturdays 4.5 foot side yard. The application permission to erect a second Railroad station - green } . : South of railroad tracks: of the month, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 rj was denied, however a variance floor addition and deck contrary Citgo lot (Elm Street) - pmk Fridays, Dec. 30, Jan. 13 and 27. p.m. Glass bottles and jars and m was not needed for the breakfast to front yard and rear yard set- Shell lot (North and Central avenues) orange Recyelables should be placed cardboard may be taken every C"5 room. back violations. Mr. Yang's ex- at curbside by 7:30 a.m., on the Saturday and Sunday to the isting front yard setback is 30.3 Watterson Street - white : to John Sisto of 542 Arlington Ave. Permitholders who park in tl.n wrong lot will be issued sum- designated days. To report a Lamberts Mill Road Conserva- tion Center, 9a.m. to 5p.m. (ex- to presented his application for a {Continued from pago 3] monses. missed pick-up, residents may call the recycling Hotline, cept on holidays). to CO GO Affordable Housing, School Budget, Library Highlight 1988

Westfield's Mt. Laurel afford- news stories follows: tative school budget — the pro- Cruz and his firm. The court's given a slide presentation re- budget protested by residents; able housing obligation, the Jan. 7 - Mayor Raymond W. posed budget is 8 percent higher ' decision results in the halt of the garding a pre-kindergarten pro- police department seeks suspects school budget defeat and subse- Stone predicts solid waste than the current school budget. sale of the Ewan Tract, which gram. in local armed robbery of a quent cuts made by the Town management and improvement Jan. 28 - Superior Court Judge was to have been auctioned off March 10 - Conservation Center jewelry and gift store on North Council, and the townwide in the curbside recycling pro- Eugene D. Serpentelli signs a for single family homes. The fees for decals are increased Avenue. volunteer effort to move the con- gram and the conservation court order forbidding Westrield Prospect Association presents its from $5 to $25; Planning Board May ii - Union County ulilities tents of the old library to its new center will be among the issues officials from selling or develop- concerns, regarding affordable approves field house expansions; Authority outlines plans for headquarters, and a case of faced by Town Council in 1938. ing public lands because of the housing at a Town Council Sussex Street condominiums reducing waste disposal costs; arson which destroyed a Central Jan. 14 - The Planning Board town's zoning ordinance violates" meeting; a tentative school received Planning Board's ap- final reading of an ordinance for Avenue apartment/office build- approves accessibility ramps at Mt. Laurel affordable housing i budget is approved; Morris proval. preliminary discussions of a ing were among the top stories in the Westfield Y. requirements. The judge's deci- Kamler is named Unico Man of Westfield this year. March 17 - Speaker Chuck Prospect/Elm Street parking Jan. 21 - The Board of Ed- sion came as a result of a lawsuit! the Year; Susan Pepper will seek Hardwick offers a bill to control deck is passed. A week-by week synopsis of top ucation reviews a $30 million ten- filed by Westfield builder Miguel re-election lo the Board of garbage costs and illegal dump- .May 12 - Town Council gives go Education, ing; the Board of Education ahead on the design stage of a 150 Feb. I - Dr. Mark C. Smith, adopts an expense budget of space parking deck in the central superintendent of schools in $29,748,142 at its meeting; the business district; town meeting Westfield, criticizes the state for Westfield Y raises $1,374,658 dur- convenes to discuss teen drink- f poor business policies (increas- ing its capital improvement cam- ing issues. ing slate aid for "pet" educa- paign; Summit Bank is granted a May 1!) - Zoning Board dis- tional projects); three Westfield use variance to build its West- cusses lodging house issue on residents are arrested on Jan. 30 field office at the corner of East Lenox Avenue; field house on drug violations; George Broad and Elmer streets; a head renovations are jeopardized by Weimer will not seek Board of on collision injures four indi- high bids; stolen Jaguar auto- Education reelection. viduals on Central Avenue — one mobile crashes local dealership's Feb. II - Town Council ap- victim is treated for a broken gate. proves increase in overtime neck. May 2(> - The former Nancy parking fees from S3 to $5; a March 24 - A standing room Reynold's Realty building on special police officer is suspend- only crowd protests fee increases East Broad Slreet is demolished ed from the department after be- at the Conservation Center; the to make room for a bank; United ing arrested Feb. 7 for possession Kolterjahns donate the children's Fund volunteers are honored at a of marijuana vvilh intent to room at the new library. dinner. distribute; a Westfield resident is March ;tl - 16,908 voters are (Coniinued on page 2) arresled on Feb. 3 on charges of registered for the Board of possession of cocaine; a citizen's Education election; "Meet the group presented to the Board a Candidates: reveals candidates' Early Deadline 14-point housing strategy to pro- priorities — support of the vide Westfield with affordable budget; Tony Dennis and United housing; a ninth grade student Fund volunteers will be honored For Jan. 5 Issue undergoes a liver transplant on by the Chamber of Commerce. Feb. 3 at Pittsburgh Children's April 7 • School budget is The Westfield Lender has im Hospital. posed an early deadline for the defeated by 40 votes; Pepper, issue of Thursday, Jan. 5. Adver- Fob. IS - Board of Education Molnar and Rulf are elected; tising and press releases shoulc UOW Kit 1 t-IIWOOO 1 1 candidates are B. Carol Molnar, United Fund achieves its highest goal - 5548,000. be submitted by 5 p.m., Dec. 3 James R. Kane, Donnell Carr, Sports deadline remains Tues- Susan Pepper and Benjamin April ii • Residents pro and con day, Jan. 3; brevity, however, is Rulf. school budget voice opinions , . •iuggested. Feb. 25 - Town Council in- regarding budget at Town Coun- The Lender office will be clos- 1 troduces a SIS-7 million cil meeting; nine new patrolmen ed Monday, Jan. 2. 11; i municipal budget — an increase join the Wcslficld Police Depart- of $t,.W,000 over 1!»!7; library of- ment. / ficialsseek donors for final build- I V 1 April 2i - Boarder situations •N I ing costs of the new library at the emerge at Zoning Board ~T I old Grunl School site — an addi- meeting; GOP council incum- Today's Index V \ "• tional $200,000 is being sought; a bents Frank Rodgers, Garland Business Dircciory li Plainfield resident is arrested on 'Bud' Boothe, Christian Abeel, Classified 18-19 Cacciola Place for possession of Mike Panagos and Mayor Stone Editorial 5-1 crack with intent to distribute. petition for re-election; change in Obituaries WKSTVIESUVS AI--FOKDAIH.E HOUSING PLAN included vacant properties nt the four sites shown 10 March :i - McKinley School's school budget could produce a Public Notices 16 nbovc. llrsiili'iils priinaril.v from the arms suirouiiiling sitos our and seven protested the town's plan, Relipiou.s Services 14 which was submitted to the state in August fur approval. principal announces his retire- $300,000 reduction in tax levy. ment ; the Board of Education is April 2H - Revised school Social 8-9,13 Sports 11-12 Page 2 THE WESTFIELD (N.J.) LEADER, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29,1988 - 1988 (Continued from pega 1) fire calls June 2 • Incumbent council members are unchallenged in the June primary election; Richard Wednesday, Dec. 14 — 21 Mountain Ave., system malfunc- C. Griggs is the recipient of the Woodbrook Circle, wires down; lion; 905 Summit Ave., lock-oul; Y's Golden Man of the Year Rahway Avenue (Edison In- 343 South Ave., East, false alarm. Award; Westfield Foundation termediate School) shorted Saturday, Dec. 17 — 747 Fair elects Richard C. Griggs and transformer; 5 Lamberts Circle, Acres Ave., broken water pipe; George E. Keenan as trustees; water call; 219 E]m St., sprinkler 103 Prospect St., trouble . signal: Board of Education rejects field head went off; behind 633 1133 Boynton Ave., alarm house addition bids. Shackamaxon Dr., fuel odor. malfunction; 451 Edgewood June 9 - 3,642 residents cast Thursday, Dec. 15 — 1325 Ave., smoke scare. ballots in primary election; ar- Boulevard, electrical; 220 Ross Sunday, Dec. IS — 919 Brown son suspect Ronald R. Parton, 24 PI., water leak; Fanwood Ave., dryer fire; 700 block of is charged in Centra] Avenue Avenue, dust mistaken for Kimball Avenue, leaf fire; 525 blaze, which gutted an apart- smoke; 1321 East Broad St., Woodland Ave., structure fire; ment/office building; History water evacuation; 58-C-3 Sandra 1061 Lamberts Mill Rd., chimney Review commission is being re- Circle, mattress fire; 209 Clinton fire. structured by Town Council. St., lock-out; 155 Elm St., water Monday, Dec. 19 — Front of 405 June 16 - Recycling pick-up leak; 43 Unami Terr., furnace First St., noisy power lines; 265 costs for coming year are un- fire (extinguished). Prospect St., lock-out. changed ; open lunch at the high Friday, Dee. 16 —122 Cacciola Tuesday, D«;c. 20 — 715 Forest school is on the Board of Educa- PL, false alarm; 29 East Broad Ave., good intent; 838 Standish tion's agenda. St., .unintentional alarm; 115 Ave., system malfunction. June 23 Chamber of Commerce makes pitch to the Town Council on "Village Mall Day" concept; residents speak out on derelict house on Grove Street — viola- tions at the site will be investi- gated; Board of Education ' ' Photo by Lucinda Doweil adopts open lunch policy at high TIIE OPENING of Ihe new Westfield Memorial Library at 550 East Broad St., was one of the events school. which highlighted 1988. Residents were instrumental in the moving of the library's book collection. June 30 - 413 seniors graduate Tuesday, Dec. 20 — A Rahway dent of Roselle Park reported from high school. Mt. Laurel obligation. A group of available to the public; Board of the election; Vice President Bush. Avenue resident reported the several checks were stolen from July 7 -Town Council approves citizens asks that the meeting be Education approves a two year pays a surprise visit to Westfield. theft of $150 in cash from a safe; his premises and cashed in "Village Mall Day" for Sept. 24; postponed to no avail; Ronald R. WAAS contract; Westfield and Nov. 17 - Town Council re-ad- a resident of Mountainside told several Westfield banks; a Liv- Westfield's local taxi and Parton is indicted on two counts Mountainside e,x-prisoners of war dresses the central business police her raincoat was stolen ington Street resident reported limousine ordinance is amended of aggravated arson in the June 2 are honored Sept. 10 at Fort Dix. district parking problem; A&P from an address on East Broad she was assaulted at her by town council to encourage taxi Central Avenue fire. Sept. 22 - Town gears up for lot's owners agree to give use of Street; a Ratnapo Way resident residence;' a resident of Liv- companies to come to Wesffield Augr 4 - Planning Board ap- "Village Mall Day"; Karen its parking lot through Dec. 31; reported some one damaged a ingston Street was arrested for — companies must maintain proves affordable housing plan, McGuire receives citation of ap- United Homeowners will present car, belonging to her brother, simple assault; an attendant at local phone number; police keek despite citizens' protests. Seven preciation from the police an alternative plan at a Town when they attempted to gain en- the Sunoco Station on South information on a hit and run sites are included on the plan. department because she observ- Council meeting; Homecoming try; the car was parked on Quim- Avenue reported an armed rob- accident which took place ori'July Augi 11 - Cranford residents go ed a burglary in progress at a parade and bonfire are planned by Street; a resident of Fairhills bery. 2 on North Avenue and ProBpect before the town council to protest neighbor's house; a resident is by the high school; Mountain Drive told police her house was Street — a Fanwood resident the Planning Board's housing arrested for assault after. Avenue residents petition for 25 burglarized. receives multiple fractures as a element to provide affordable Sept. 29 - Town Council mph enforcement. Friday, Dec. 2;{ — A Clark result of the accident. '••'• Wednesday, Dec. 21 — A Dun- Street resident reported being housing; landmark documents discusses elimination of per trip Nov. 23 - Board of Adjustment can Hill Apartment resident assaulted; a Boulvard resident July 14 - A reward is offered for are released regarding drug-free fees at the Conservation Center; denies a five-family use variance reported the theft of two was arrested for simple assault. information leading to the arrest New Jersey schools. property owners are fined for to property owners on Carleton calculators and other personal Saturday, Dec. 24 — A report of the driver who struck the acci- Aug. 18 - "United violating the town's zoning Road; Governor Kean appoints items, were missing from her was filed concerning the theft to a dent victim who remains in inten- Homeowners" holds its first codes; "Village Mall Day" is Ernest Winter to serve on the residence. motor vehicle; various items sive care at Overlook Hospital; meeting on a resident's lawn to highlighted. New Jersey Highway Safety Thursday, Dec. 22 — A Har- were taken, including a radar Mindowaskin pond's duck organize and exchange opinions Oct. 6 - Capt. Robert Denman Committee. rison Avenue resident reported detector. population is threatened- by and information regarding West- retires as fire inspector after 26 Dec. I - Town Council defers its botulism. • she was assaulted at her Monday, Dec. 2fi — A represen- field's affordable housing plan; a years of service; students score decision on the Prospect Street residence; a resident of Wood- tative of Krauszer's grocery July 21 - Board of Education Springfield Avenue resident high on SATs; parents sport parking deck; United bridge told police a radio was store on Central Avenue reported moves toward accepting a com- urges the town council to pursue tickets are terminated by high Homeowners present their hous- taken from his motor vehicle the theft of a pack of cigarettes puter program to be introduced possible action to have traffic school. ing plan to the Town Council. in the elementary schools. conditions on the county road im- while it was parked at Ralph's were taken. Oct. Vi - Local businesses rally Dec. 8 - Business represen- Amoco Station on South Avenue; William J. Palatucci of WeslReld proved, in particular the curves tatives urge Town Council to Tuesday, Dec. 27 — A Moun- is named executive director of which have caused many ac- in support of mobile storage units a Boynton Avenue resident tain Avenue resident reported which the town council is trying reconsider parking deck; A Fan- reported that her 11 year-old the N.J. George Bush for presi- cidents. wood resident is charged with someone removed their Christ- dent Campaign; a 17-yeaf'old to eliminate from the town; the daughter was assaulted; a resi- mas lights. Aug. 25 - 86.6 percent of West- Westfield Adult School is kidnapping a Westfield woman female juvenile reported missitig field high school's 1988 graduates and a good Samaritan who tried by her parents on July 14 is found • scheduled to give a seminar on ate bound for college; opening affordable housing; Westfield. to help her; Town Council sup- in Linden and returns home, -i d&y of school for 4,043 students ports Chuok Hardwick for gover- Were Fighting For Your Life. July 28 - Planning Board is sties the reorganization of the Library Fund tops its goal by 30 nor; library has its book move scheduled to vote on its Fair schools - K-5, 6-8 and 9-12. percent. -hundreds of residents volunteer Share Housing Plan to meet-its i(1Sci>t. 1 - Board of Education Oct. 20 • Town council approves their time. a $3 million liability policy for the discusses possibility of an activi- Dec. 15 - A jury finds Ronald R. ty1 night for students in grades town; Westfield Diane Hozmiller The • i? ; is honored as New Jersey First Parton guilty of arson in a Cen- WERE FIGHTING Fa? American Heart Westfleld Leader • * 0-8;" Westfield Adult School tral Avenue blaze; the new 1 begins its 50th year; Mike Kelly Aider of the Year; Westfield VOURUFE Association Entered as second class Historical Society donates flag to library is dedicated. mail matter at the Post Office' is named general chair of the Dec. 22 - Cosmair Inc. ; United Fund's 1988 campaign. Richmond (Va.) Historical Socie- at Westfield, New Jersey! ty. representatives give testimony Published weekly at 50' Elmv Sept. 8 - Westfield students in before the Board of Adjustment 1 the ninth grade achieve above the Nov. 3 - 18,593 residents are St., Westfield,- N.J. 07090. ; registered to vote in the 1988 regarding a gas storage tank Subscription: $12.00 per year,' state average in their HSPT primary election; a 25-year old which was accidentally placed on FREE ($15 out of county) 30 cents a scores. resident is struck by a vehicle Westfield property instead of in Blood Pressure copy, back issues 35 cents per Sept. 15 - Town Council an- driven by a resident whose car Clark; Town Council approves nounces that an affordable hous- skids on wet leaves and/or wet several insurance policies for the Screening ing brochure will be made roadway; the Presbyterian town; Board of Education gears Thursday, Jan. 5 Church's steeple is scheduled to up to work on the 1989-90 school undergo a major overhaul. budget. 10 AM to 2 PM Nov. 10 - Mayor Stone and Dec. 29 - Town Council will hold Every 1st & 3rd Thursday Town Council members are re- its organizational meeting Tues- of each month elected; Rina Rinaldo, Lauten- day, Jan. 3, in the council BARON'S berg, Bush-Quayle win; prior to chambers at 8 p.m. Drug Store 243 East Broad Street Westlield • 232-6680 Open 7 Days Mon.-Fri. 9-9 • Sat. & Sun. 9-6. THIS SEASON, HAVE A FAVORABLE EXCHANGE Sensational INSTEAD OF AN r? Best Wishes UNHAPPY RETURN Mid-Winter for a Happy Sale and Healthy Returning Christinas gifts shouldn't 20% OFF be an unhappy experience. At John New Year Franks, we make your holiday exchanges A Wide Selection of as pleasant as the original purchase. Men's and Women's We will be closed Monday, Jan. 2 Shoes and Boots Handbags drastically reduced -Michael Kokn John iranlcs Quimby at Central Avenue JEWELERS A Tradition Since 1927 Wesifield • 233-5678 Flnu CldthiiiK ami Accessories for Men mid Noim MasterCard, VIM, American Expreu 207 l-nsl Uniuil Slnii, Wi'sNlrlil 2M-] 171 WESTFIELD Jlihn 1-runks uitd Major I'rcdil Oirds Acciplrd Optn Daily'(il 5:30 TtiuridayNil«'(iJ9 CIOSMI MoiKluy, January 2nd - THE WESTFIELD (N J.) LEADER, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29,1988 Page 3 Zoning Ogden Probes Mt. Laurel Requirements (Continued from pegfl 1! Under the Mount Laurel deci- feet instead of 40 feet, and his sions of 1975 and 1983, com- rear yard setback is 34.7 feet in- munities in the state are required stead of 35 feet. The supports for to provide their "fair share" of the proposed deck would be in low and moderate income hous- violation by three inches. ing. The formula establishing the Stephen Tullo of 141 Marlboro housing quotas and the adminis- St., was given board approval of tration by the Council on Afford- his application for the addition of able Housing is the subject for a fireplce to his home. Mr. Tullo discussion on "N.J. & You," with was granted a variance during Assemblywoman Maureen the summer for the construction Ogden. of a family room and deck; at the Recently area towns such as time, the fireplace was left off Fanwood and Maplewood, have the plans, and be was required to found themselves defending zon- apply for a separate variance for ing requirements against the fireplace. As there are 32 feet developers who have purchased .between Mr. Tullo's home and existing single family homes for his neighbor's house, the board the purpose of demolishing them granted the side yard variance. and building high density housing Dennis and Debra Tuohy, 220 in their place. The inclusion of a Roger Ave., came before the TV SHOW ADDRESSES HOUSING ISSUE — Assemblywoman low/moderate income compo- Maureen Ogden discusses affordable housing as interpreted by the board requesting permission to nent in this housing has forced erect a greenhouse or atrium on Council on Affordable Housing (COAH) with (left to right), Famvood these communities to take the lionmgh Council Member, Linda Slender; Maplewood Township their existing deck. The Tuohys issue to either the Council on Mayor, Robert Gresitierc; and COAH Member, Carol Rufener. The have an existing rear yard which Affordable Housing (COAH) or program will be cahlccasl on Sunday, Jan. 8 at 7 p.m., on Suburban measures 11.1 feet instead of 35 the courts. Cablevision's TV-:i. feet. i Board members commented Mrs. Ogden's guests for this Borough Council Member and gram will be cablecast on Sun- that the applicants' property had show are Carol Rufener of Robert Grasmere, Mayor of days, Jan. land8,at7:00p.m.on unusual dimensions and It was COAH, Linda Stender, Fanwood Maplewood Township. The pro-Suburban Cablevision's TV-3. also pointed out that the deck, which was constructed by a previous owner was not legal, as no building permit hadi been Resident Spends Christmas issued. H Noting that the property behind the Tuohys consisted of a deep In Sri Lanka With Corps lot, heavily wooded, withi; ever- greens, the board approved the This holiday season 659 men pend more and more upon the ticipated in 4-H, FFA or FHA variance. v. and ,women from the tri-state kinds of skills, perspectives and programs. Other assignments in- Frank and Theresa Ricciuti, area spent their Christmas as cross-cultural experiences clude forestry, special education,' 30] Orenda Cir., were granted a Peaqe Corps volunteers in 65 brought back by returning Peace business, and health and nutri- variance for permission to.-erect countries around the world. Corps volunteers." tion. a second floor addition consisting Margaret Legowski, 33, a resi- Applications are now being of a master bedroom, a dressing dent of Westfield, left her posi- sought for expanding programs Peace Corps officials note that area, closet and bathroom; over tion as chair of the Far Hills throughout the world. A par- a college degree is not required an existing family room and Country Day School Social ticularly urgent need currently for many job assignments. garage. The existing front-yard Studies Department to spend two exists for U.S. citizens with five However, an individual should setback is 30.3 feet instead, of 40 years in Sri Lanka, sharing her or more years of teaching ex- have at least three to five years feet. . skills with local teachers of perience to take part in a one- of full-time work experience. English. Joining the Peace FOUNDATION CHANT ... An enthusiastic Henry "Mike" Kelly, ac- year teacher education program Although one must be at least 18 Corps, she says, is a chance to do to begin this spring in the Philip- years of age to apply, there is no cepts a donation to the 1988 United Fund's campaign from Westfield her part in narrowing the Foundation trustee', William Shepherd. The check represents a major pines. • upper age limit. development gap between the In agriculture, individuals are contribution to the annual drive from (he Foundation, whose grants Red Cross Designs first and third worlds. Interested applicants may call are used to assist community organizations and residents. being sought who have commer- (212)264-6981, or write Peace Ms. Legowski, along with cial farm experience raising Corps Recruitment, 90 Church New First Aid Kit almost 6,000 Americans of all crops, small animais, beef or St., Room 1317, New York, N.Y. ages and backgrounds, is dairy cattle, bees, or have par- 10007. celebrating this season of giving Foundation Makes Top The American Red Crosg^has in the towns and villages of 65 designed a new first aid kitjn a countries around the world, giv- Public Schools Have soft, pouch-type bag that ..fits ing - and receiving - the gift of Contribution to "Fund" under a car seat. The content of friendship and cooperation. Sr. Courtesy Cards the kit represent some of ,t£e Peace Corps Director Loret . The Weslfield Foundation has that,"... The United Fund would most proven materials aiid Miller Ruppe, reflecting on her Westfield Public Schools have made one of the largest single be hard-pressed to meet" its'Ob- methods the Red Cross has pro- travels to volunteer sites around port given and interest shown in Senior Citizeiis'Courtesy Cards.: our schooVdistrtet," according to- donations to this year's United jective without the generous help moted in 75 years of first aid.in- the world, notes: "In country which are made available to Fund of Westfield campaign. of the Foundation. On behalf of struction. .if.,,. after country, I have been Dr. Mark Smith, superintendent Westfield residents, aged 65 or of schools. With this donation, the Founda- the United Fund volunteers, the Inside the pouch are packets of honored to accept the deepest older. tljanks and appreciation, on tion has made a top contribution member agencies we support, first aid materials for treating These courtesy cards, giving Senior citizens may obtain to the United Fund for the eighth and the Westfielders who use the emergencies such as burns;, behalf of our volunteers, from senior citizens free admission to presidents and ministers, but their Courtesy Cards by con- consecutive year. agencies' services, I thank the wounds, cuts and shock. The kjt all school-sponsored dramatic, tacting Mrs. Pearl Battschinger A tax-exempt charitable Foundation for continuing to be a contain bandages, swabs, gauze most of all from the poeplc.the musical and athletic events, are villagers, farmers, women, in the schools' Business Office, organization, the Westfield Foun- top benefactor." issued "in appreciation of sup- 302 Elm St. dation helps meet the special pads, roller bandages, scissors laborers, and youth... for the needs of the Westfield communi- Mike Kelly, chairman of the and a waterproof blanket. Sim- special gift our volunteers bring. ty. Through endowment funds 1988 campaign, continues, "... ple, illustrated directions are This gift of helping people to help established through private con- the needs of the nineteen printed on the pouch which itself themselves is one that leads to a tributions, the Foundation member agencies we support in- serves as a pillow to place under more hopeful life for so many." awards grants to groups such as crease every year, and thus our an accident victim's head. Lee Iacocca is one among the the United Fund. The Foundation drive needs more money each The kit - now standard equip- many leaders of American administers a special endow- year. We are grateful that the ment for cars and trucks in business, banking, and academia ment fund specifically for the Westfield Foundation maintains several European countries who have noted that: "Service in Dear Friends, United Fund of Westfield. such a strong support base for -comes with a money-back the Peace Corps develops leader- Larry Hartzell, president of the this worthwhile community guarantee. More information is ship, resourcefulness, and sen- I wish to thank all of you for your confidence, your Fund's board of trustees, fully endeavor." Currently the United available from the Westfield- sitivity, qualities T look for when friendship and your patronage over the many years. realizes the need for the Founda- Fund campaign is at 91% of its Mountainside Chapter of the Red I hire managers. The continued On behalf of my staff and myself, we wish you a very $5B0,000 goal. tion's help each year. He insists Cross at 232-7090. * f growth of America is going to de- healthy, happy and prosperous New Year. Sincerely,

Martin H. AdJer

More features for less! From t lines to 6 lines. From 2 phones to 16 phones. You can't beat our price, or the quality of this slate of the art telephone system. Shop around firsti Then, "Come see us" for a Bibbv's demo and price quote. Coaeh and Four Restaurant Cocktails 24 North Aw«., East Cronlord, N.J. 276-4765; OPEN New Year's Eve Have dinner with us before going to your late celebrations

Wonderful OPEN Holiday Season New Year's Day Flower Basket Make your reservations WESTFIELD- "Tht Ptrftct Family Rtitaorant" A 654-8837 'r-f j^^j—Oai'v Journal Food EdilorI-J!J Prospect St, Weslfield , MAJOR T& JCflEOfT CARDS "~_T ACCEPTED PT- "THE COACH & FOUR II Th8 Blbbt Family, Solving Union County Since 1933 Nol Connected Wllh Any Other RastBuranl

(Senior Citizens!!! 6% Discount Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m.• 4:30p.m. Page 4 THE WESTFIELD (N J.) LEADER, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29,1988 GIVE UP YOUR KEYS... NOT YOUR LIFE

Designated Drivers: Keep All Of Us Safe. Have A Safe and Happy New Year. SPONSO

A to Z Travel Charles W. Cosenza Elm Radio and TV, Inc. 137 Elmer St. State Farrh'Insurance and Appliances ;,.,,, _.._.. 233-9300 ' , ._.-..,;W,^.-V^—,—.„,. 2 Elm Street • 220 Elmer St. 233-9100' 233-0400 Anthony Michael 1 :rni:>'/• 433 South Ave., West Children's Specialized Hospital Hills Ice Cream 654-9595 150 New Providence Rd. 53 Elm Street Mountainside. 232-3838 233-3720 i Assemblyman Horizon Bank Peter J. Genova 206 East Broad St. 23 North Ave., East, Cranford Clyne & Murphy 233-9111 District Office 276-3333 439 Sou{h Ave. 232-9J522 |c Athletic Balance Jeannette's Gift Shop 241 South Ave. Colorama 227 East Broad St. 232-1919 Complete Collision Repairs 232-1072 150 South Av$., Garwood Auster's 789-20^0 : John Franks 143 East Broad St. 207 East Broad St. 233-2121 Congressman 233-1171 Matt Rinaldo Baron's Drug Store The Johnson Agency, Inc. 243 East Broad St. 20 Prospect St. Councilman 232-0300 232-6680 Garland "Bud" Boothe Barrett & Crain Realtors • La Marque 153 Mountain Ave. 2 New Providence Rd. 43 Elm Street 207 East Broad St. Westfield Mountainside Westfield Councilman at John Franks 232-6300 233-1800 232-1800 Richard H. Bagger 232-3423 Betz & Bischoff Realtors 202 Mountain Ave. Councilman Lancaster's Ltd. 233-1422 76 Elm Street W. Jubb Corbet 232-2232

Edward A. Camillo Dr. Robert S. Crystal, D.C. Martin Jewelers 500 Clifton St. Elm & Quimby Sts. 233-4494 232-6718 Central Jersey Bank & Trust Co. Danker/Davidson Realtors Westfield - Mountainside Marvin Katz Realty 232-7500 149 Elmer St. 232-4848 100 Quimby St., P.O. Box 130 654-6664 The Chamber of Commerce 111 Quimby St. Eckhart Associates, Inc. Realtors 233-3021 223 Lenox Ave. Mayor & Mrs. Raymond Stone 233-2222 THE WESTFIELD (N.J.) LEADER, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29,1988 PageS FAMOUS LAST WORDS:

The trouble was, become a danger f this 'good driver' to yourself, your had a few drinks passengers, pe- Boat ; before he got be- destrians and : 5 hind the wheel. other motorists. • <;•! Good driving This New worry, v requires more Year's holiday, than keeping alert please, don't and driving de- drink and drive. rma fensively. What We want you to y you do before have a safe holi- f you get into that day weekend. good •I car is even more I important. If you driver!" I drink alcohol ^ then get behind J the I wheel. . .no matter how good a driver you 1 are.. .you

•%•

ED BY:

McDowells Schlotfe(Rcaltors Tony Dennis Heating & Air Conditioning 264 East'Broad St. 234 East Broad St. 450 North Ave., East 233-5535 -••••- 232-2282 . 233-3213 VMJ.J .? • McEwen Flowers School Superintendent Tom & Irene Schaefer 431 Central Ave. MarkCl!Smith 232-1142 Scott's Shbes v Turner World Travel Michael Kohn Quimby at Central Business Travel Division Diamonds & Fine Jewelry • 233-5678 or£33-5679 2283 South Ave., (near Friendly's) 226 North Ave., West 233-4553 233-8811 Sealfons 137 Central Ave., 232-4800 Union County Sheriff Milady's Shop ' 233 E. Broad St., 233-1111 167 East Broad St. Ralph Froehlich 233-2758 Senator C. Louis Bassano Westfield Board of Education Music Staff Compact Disc Annex District 21 Members 27 Elm Street 33 Elm Street 687-4127 233-1448 233-5111 Speaker Chuck 'Hardwick Weichert Realtors District Office, -203 Elm St. 185 Elm Street The National State Bank 654-7777 1 Elm Street 232-3673 388-0800 South Av. Seafood Westfield Cleaners 220 South Ave., West 614 Central Ave. The Party Stop 232-9827 or 233-3074 719 Central Ave. 654-8008 232-3150 Steuernagel's Westfield Westfield Drug & Surgical Co. 201 East Broad St. Pearsall & Frankenbach Inc. Flower Shop 232-5600 115 Elm Street 250 Springfield Ave. 233-3650 232-4700 Westfield Fireman's Mutual Benevolent Association Public Safety Committee Taylor, Love & Carroll Insurance Agency Local #30 Quimby Street Book Shop 423 South Ave. Westfield High School Principal 654-6300 109 Quimby St. Dr. Robert G. Petix 654-5290 Taylor & Love Realtors The Westfield Leader Randal's Shoes Century 21 436 South Ave. 50 Elm Street 82 Elm Street 232-4407 or 232-4408 232-3680 654-6666 Recipes, Inc. Thomas Lincoln Mercury Woodfield's 108 Prospect St. 220 East Broad St. 654-0717 369 South Ave., East 654-0111 4. 232-6500 Robert Treat Delicatessen Tiffany Drugs Youth & Family Counseling Service 113 Quimby Si. 1115 South Ave., West 233 Prospect St. 232-0925 233-2200 233-2042 Page 6 THE WESTFIELD (N.J.) LEADER, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29,1988 THE WESTFIELD LEADER Life In The Suburbs By Al Smith AFFILIATE MEMBER Report from NATIONAL NEWSPAPER ASSOCIATION Washington Second class postage paid at Wesifield, N.J. Published Thursday at Wesifidd, New Jersey, by the Westfield Leader 1 Priming and Publishing Company. An Independent Newspaper. , * v Official Paper for the Town of Wesifield Subscription: $12.00 per year in advance. By Established 1890 Matt Rinaldo Office: P.O. Box 250 Congressman 50 Elm Street, Westfield, N.J. 07091 7th Diitrlct, N»w Imnmy Tel. 232-4407-232-4408 Member New Jersey Press Association - Of the many pressing issues Subsequent studies have shown WALTER J. LEE Publisher facing President-elect George that the FAA, in its haste to ac- KATHLEEN I.. GARDNER Editor ELLEN SCOTT BRANDT Associate Editor Bush when he takes office in commodate air traffic growth, KATHI ANN CAMPBELL Advertising Manager January, one of the most was negligent in its planning and KAREN H. KASSINGER Account Executive compelling for residents of nor- should have foreseen the prob- The publisher reserves the right to refuse or edit any advertising thern New Jersey will be his ap- lems its new route structure or editorial copy which could be oflensive to readers. proach to what can only be would pose for residents on the Press releases must be submitted with the phone number of the described as a growing crisis in ground. The General Accounting response's party. American aviation. Office found, for instance that tion of property taxes is far less I recently urged Federal Avia- "the FAA judged that the en- LETTERS TO THE than the Board of Education's or THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29, 1988 that of (he County's, I believe it is tion Administrator T. Allan vironmental impact of the plan EDITOR incumbent upon me and the McArtor to support fundamental would not be significant" and Town Council to restrain spen- changes in the allocation of thus did not conduct an adequate Atf fetter* to H* wtttot «twt ding and minimize the ever- scarce resources in our nation's environmental analysis, which Don't Get Tipsy increasing property tax burden. aviation infrastructure. In short, might have prevented the public I i %* I urged him to support the con- outcry wrought by the new flight mty.te dteeked. If «w. Many senior citizens are giving The following is a public service article provided by Blue Cross and up their homes and young people cept of a new national aircraft patterns. Blue Shield of New Jersey, Inc. i cannot afford to buy homes in noise policy. A more recent study, done for irt *t too* tMm mmkm 4«w**g Since the airline industry was the Port Authority of New York Jtatiltr tmtltttt tttmn, th Westfield. And while many fac- Ihere are plenty of people who gamble every weekend — but they de-regulated in 1979, air travei and New Jersey, discovered that f d b tors contribute to these dilem- aren't playing for money. These gamblers are taking chances with mas, property taxes certainly has become our nation's fastest residents of towns in the vicinity •i. growing mode of transportation. of Newark Airport did indeed their lives by drinking alcohol then getting into a car. , Lcttcn mm fce written make up a substantial part of the "Drinking and driving is the number one safety problem in the problem. For many reasons, it has also have valid complaints, as the MM *Mte of twiMr mU become one of the most con- noise level in many communities U.S.," said Robert Climko, M.D. of the Princeton Psychiatric tow. m Mf*r bMgtr lta» tVi Now there are some who have Recovery Network. "Half of all fatal auto accidents are related to said that a parking deck can be troversial sectors of our has risen significantly since the alcohol use. Alcohol can cloud your judgment, slow your reflexes, built, "at no increase in taxes." I economy. Expanded East Coast Plan was lessen your concentration, and blur your vision." . At fcttett awl he fa say, baloney - every scheme I've The primary reason for this is put into place. Dr. Climko is a participating physician with Blue Cross and Blue "UtfcfV uttktb} &M»? If heard involves new taxes, usual- that the vast increase in air As I wrote to FAA Ad- Shield of New Jersey, which is currently sponsoring a billboard «rc lo appetr Ut MK foi ly in th,e form of increased park- passenger travel has far outpac- ministrator McArtor, action is advertising campaign supporting the work done by major health and tew. No letters wtU be pu ing meter and/or increased park- ed aviation infrastructure needed to address the fundamen- safety organizations in the state. The billboard message for ifcl • h ing per.mil fees. This is just growth. The number of tal nature of how decisions are December tells New Jcrseyans "'Don't Get Tipsy." It supports the another form of taxation, indirect passengers on commercial air made in allocating the national work of the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety. SAFE HOLIDAY perhaps, but taxation carriers has grown by a stagger- airspace. The FAA should have It's true that drinking alcoholic beverages is part of the American Editor; Leader: u. nonetheless. ing 50 percent since 1980, yet not been aware that the most sweep- way of life (two-and-a-half gallons of hard liquor, 28 gallons of beer, The members of P.A.N.D.A. one new major airport has been ing route restructuring in (Prevent the Abuse of Narcotics, Then there is the proposition to and two gallons of wine per person are consumed annually) and more dedicate parking revenue to built in the United States since modern aviation history would than two-thirds of the U.S. adult population are at least occasional Drugs, and Alcohol) wish all resi- 1974. The result: more flights are have an immense effect on dents a Happy, Safe Holiday finance a parking deck. Well, if drinkers. But, the problem isn't drinking, per se. It's getting behind we pull parking revenue out crammed into our skies and air- residents around major the wheel after you drink. Season. With a reminder that 21 ports without the increased metropolitan airports. is the legal drinking age, all of the general revenue there The AAA New Jersey Automobile Club offers some harrowing will be that much less revenue to resources needed to handle them. A good start would be to re- parents are reminded of their Apart from the safety concerns quire an environmental impact statistics: responsibilities when hosting offset other municipal expenses which iwill have to be made up by this generates, people who live assessment for any changes of • 23,632 people were killed in alcohol-related traffic accidents in the parties and are urged to plan ^un- near Newark International Air- nation last year. This represents 51% of total highway fatalities. increasing property taxes. this nature. The FAA is currently filled, alcohol-free social gather- port are all too aware of another exempted form conducting such • Nearly three people an hour are killed in alcohol-related traffic ings when younger members of The 1985 Ramp Consulting Ser- vices parking study report iden- troubling result of the growth a study when changes in routes crashes — one person a minute is injured. the family are entertaining. dilemma — the increased noise are carried out more than 3000 • Close to 38% of all fatally injured drivers were found to be drunk. Betty List tified, an imbalance of parking space availability/deficiency be- problem overhead. In "re- feel above the ground. The cap is Dr. Climko said, "It comes down to how much is drunk in a given P.A.N.D.A. organizing the skies" to deal with outdated and should be revised, period of time. In general, the body can handle about one ounce of tween two areas of downtown Editor; Leader: ';$ Wesifield. They cited a deficien- increased air traffic, the Federal as one element of a new national liquor, or one glass of wine or beer, per hour. Drink more and the Your idea for a "lottery" ftr cy of'219 spaces in the "core" of Aviation Administration created noise policy I urged Mr. McArtor liver works overtime to detoxify the excess, and you become a parking permits is an outstay- the CBD and a surplus of 468 a substantial noise problem for to support. menace to society," ing one (The Westfield Leadlr spaues on the periphery. In order many residents of northern New Such a policy should provide The New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety says you are a editorial, 12/B/8B) and the Tovin to address the deficiency, Ramp Jersey. Its Expanded East Coast strict guidelines to be followed road hazard if your blood alcohol content is .05 percent or above. Council and I should have proposed a tiered parking deck Plan, implemented last spring, when making major decisions (That equals approximately 24 ounces of beer, one martini, or six thought of it long ago! It is cer-. on jCentral Avenue across from re-routed flights in such a way concerning air traffic. It would ounces of champagne.) Some tips for a sober, safe holiday on the road tainly an equitable approach to! thji post office at an estimated that new communities are now take into account the views of all include: the substantial demand for conj-j costoof $850 thousand and the then being adversely affected by air- interested parties, including • Ask for a ride or take a taxi. A designated driver who hasn't been muter lot parking permits and: T!ow,ri Council saw fit to raise the craft noise. (Continued on page- 7) drinking is the safest bet. perhaps, as well, for CBD rUqiured financing through bond- • Eat plenty of starch and protein-rich foods and keep eating. employees. I will ask the chair- ing.-When bids for the deck came • Use mixers and ice cubes to dilute the alcohol. man of our Traffic, Transporta- in about a half million dollars >f • Limit yourself to two drinks over the course of an evening, by tion and Parking Committee to over Ramp's estimates, the proj- * alternating with a non-alcoholic bubbly. take up your suggestion tit the ect was scrapped. •Jf If earliest opportunity. Jf Clare AnnsweU's • Switch to coffee and desserts at least an hour before you leave. Now, three years and another * Cold showers, hot coffee and the like will not make you sober — only Now, a word or two appears to| Jf parking survey later, we are be- Jf time will. If driving is unavoidable, stop drinking well before it's time be in order with respect to the re-; ing asked to build another deck )f cent proposals for a parking deck] for $2;7 or $3.4 million in the ap- Jf Starscopc *• Jf to hit the road. Jf over the existing Prospect Street; proximate area where the Ramp WEEK OF: December 29, 1988 Jf melered parking lot. j report/says there is a surplus of • Jf The Parking Facility Study,! BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK Jf parking spaces! Something is Ambitious and persevering, you size up a situation and then latency prepared by our parking consul-' wrong here. If we are to believe take positive action. Some say you're plodding^ but those In Jf tant T&M Associates, was a j Ramp ond T&M, which refers in command appreciate your metnodlcal approach. Financial plan- Jf valuable exercise by both the j its report to the Ramp statistics, ning Js all-Important, especially through the first three months Jf Manaaeimgomoni t of what can be an upbeat year. consultant and our own Parking how can we consider a parking Jf Committee. However, the S2.7 deck att a cost more than twice AQUARIUS - January 21 - February 19 •' Tips On Managing Debt much you can afford to send to million cost for a deck netting us If you've been charging each of your creditors on a mon- that which was abandoned two Rules have to be more closely followed —but by the new year Jf 135 new spaces, or the optional years ago? you find that II was all worthwhile. A more offbeat approach '"'vough the holiday season like thly basis. If you cannot afford to $3.4 million cost for 205 new park- may help you sort out problems in a relationship. > tnild in a candy shop, it's time to send more than the minimum, or The pro-parking deck voices If ing spaces, represents yet PISCES - February 20 - Match 20 pui down your credit cards and to pay all your creditors on time, another tax burden our already have been heard. These are pre- You may have doubts about a friend's actions, but a light touch Jf check your finances. Like a child your are probably over your head heavily taxed property owners dominently members of the Is all Important. Good week for making resolutions that per- Jf who has overindulged, you may in debt, And you may be headed should not have to endure, Westfield Area Chamber of Com- tain lo overcoming a fear of something or other. * for even more credit trouble if find yourself feeling a little especially so close on the heels of merce, I now urge the rest of ARIES - March 21 - April 20 Jf queasy. you can answer "yes" to some of our new Library and in the face Westfield's citizens to let their New friend of the opposite sex proves to have more In com- Jf The average American owes the following questions. of what the Town can •Hnlicipate sentiments be known. Are we mon than Initially suspected. Group ventures are generally Jf approximately $I,f>00 in unpaid * Do you borrow money to take ready to pick up a $2.7 or $3.4 favorable, provided each participant's responsibilities aie made in the way of costs to rehabilitate clear. Jf revolving debt. But even that cash advances on credit cards to the Municipal Building, meet our million tab for a parking deck or * * amount can be too much of a meet current bills? Ml. Laurel mandates and the •should the Town Council continue TAURUS - April 21 - May 22 Jf financial burden. According to * Does the thought of adding up to seek out less expensive ways to Stalled project comes back to life just as the new year Is dawn- desire on the part of the Town to Ing. Some financial belt-tightening Is In order. Children give you Jf the New Jersey Society of Cer- all your bills make you panic? increase housing for senior meet reasonable parking objec- tives? a good reason to celebrate. Jf tified Public Accountants * Do you ignore your credit citizens. Jf (CPAs), mnsl people cnnnnl af- limits? Raymond W. Stone GEMINI - May 23 - June 21 ford to owe more than 20 percent While the municipality's por- Travel features some detours -- but there are discoveries as well. Jf * Do you collect cash from Mayor of Westfiold * A magnetic personality may enter your environment at this time. Jf of their monthly take-home pay. friends in restaurants and then Smairfinanclal sacrifice Is worth the effort. However, for someone with an Jf use your credit card to pay for a AV/nvTN/nl [SIW •Emmm ^ annual gross income of $20,000 or dinner out? 3>\ 0 i mrjr BN|O|S|HMSI CANCER - June 22 • July 22 Jf Or©©* SfTOTOL fj! Be wary of an urge to splurge; the year should begin on a finan- Jf loss, even owing 15 percent can * Do you go on credit-card ACROSS 38. 2 cially prudent note, Friend, meanwhile, Is surprisingly generous, be a hardship. He-member, if you 40 Italian rive? X N 1 W Jf spending sprees even though you 1.1rest TjW •C dlism especially with his or her time. 41 Sl.r h are single, $20,000 in annual gross know you might not be able to 6. 1n the midst o IV jj j. I[TMN u • 11. CIhinese civet 42. ParlcMobo Lg LEO - July 23 - August 22 Jf income can quickly diminish to make the monthly payments? 43, Fish eggs H QDDBS HE 12. >tool fait Personal relationships appear less strained as the old year turns Jf about $14,500 after taxes. Social * Do you have to use credit 13. F'aid notice 45 In like monncrl 9p •w]n]i!auiyiH| to a new one. Spontaneous travel may be on tap now and the 47, Note of scale M Security and other payroll deduc- cards to pay for small, every-day 14. Ilu g| LlJN3LUJiOW week Is generally favorable for planning travel. >f lions. 15. Man's name 48, Strong mon d oil ylf" Jf expenses? 16. Hebrew letter 50. Imbicile r=; MoliBQi 'M VIRGO - August 23 - September 22 HOW Midi DKliT CAN YOU * Do you occasionally receive; 52 Frozen rain \,P PI H0D BE BE Try to answer outstanding letters before the end ol the year, Jf 17. Halfway 53. Scorches E IF onlsBB 5 s via HAMH-K? overdue or delinquency notices? 19. Toward n| M i| I 1 hi as early 1989 Is sure to otter an abundance of distractions. Be Jf 21. Very rich mon DOWN ^ BE * careful of what you say and to whom. Jf To determine how much debt * Do you have to pnsldate 23. Omen i 3 -1^ Solution you can carry, you need lo checks so thai your paymenls 26. Tropicol fruit 1. Hobo * LIBRA - September 23 - October 22 Jf calculate hnw much money you won't bounce? 27. Entrance hall 2 Wireless 8. Exclamation More discipline In various spheres - notably financial - Is in Jf 29. French article 3. Part of to be of pain order at this key time of year. Tend to legal matters diligently. actually have available each " Do you have trouble imagin- 30. Silver 4. King of Judoh 9. Nephew • Partner may surprise you with minor rebellious slreak, Jf month. Start by dividing u piece ing life without credit cards? 31 Prums 5. Epistles 10. Diving bird >f of paper inlo two columns. In one * Is your savings account slow- 33, Soon 6. Man's Nome 12. Yes (Sp.) * SCORPIO - October 23 - November 21 Jf 35, Salt of rulrlc 7. Single-celled 18. Mythical Good week for adding a llourish or two to a project or a party. column, list any form of monthly ly disappearing? acid * organism monster * Weekend cancellation may prove a blessing. There may be Jf income you receive. In the next The more "yes" answers you i 13 14 IS ••I TT TE~IS~ 20, A vegetable some good money news. >f column, write down all of your 22 Type of fir li.-ivo, the more you need to slop JT~ "ill" n24. Shot size Jf fixed expenses, including rent or P*l 1 1 Spring flower SAGITTARIUS - November 22 - December 22 and review your spending habits 25, A recent lull In activities is more than compensated as you tackle Jf mortgage payments, utility bills, and debt load. If you are already IT M A 28. Cell -Uj- multiplication * Interesting projects with a new burst of energy. Don't wait till Jf 1 —\ car or tuition loan payments, and having trouble paying bills e;ich rf~ M__M_ Beast January lo work on Improving willpower. 1 \ ^ I" 1 30. Jf insurance premiums. The dif- 13 32. Doctor (abbr.) month, you probably need Intake JL_ 1 J CAPRICORN - December 23 - January 20 Jf ference between your net mon- some lessons in debt manage- H 33. Gather 1 1"!I 1 M 1 34. Hospital Week may Include some minor misunderstandings - and you're Jf thly income and your fixed ex- ment. • i—1—H—L- altendont best lo clear them up at a relatively early stage. Superb week Jf penses is the amount of money MA\AC;iN(; DEBT jmo LHPJ * rJ_ J1 36, Eost Indies for making long-range plans for self and family. • i 1 i I 1 H islond Jf you h.ive available for paying Undoubtedly, we are a nation US F i !JL \ 1 1 M l_ ]__ 37. Egresses 4- BORN THIS WEEK Jf credit card bills and oilier mon- of debtors. According lo the 1 \3> 39. Chimneyditi December 29th, aclor Jon Volghl; 30th, host Bert Parks; 31st, thly expenses — such as your _ 44. Printing singer John Denver; January 1st, writer Oliver Isaacs; 2nd, Jf Federal Reserve, Americans M•KM 1 W_J fJ - meosure basic food and transportation carry more than $60(1 billion in } comedian Paul Barnes; 3rd, singer Melanle; 4ih, aclress Dyan Jf fc^Brjft 1i • ""^•JaM 157 1 j— 46. Pa em Cannon. Jf costs. consumer debt. Sf you've been 4- 49. Mysell 4- 1 1 Dipthong Now you have a realistic and doing your share to add to thai •"1 1 1a 5). perhaps unsettling idea of how (Continued on paga 7) TTT1 . THE WESTFIPLD (N.J.) LEADER, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29,19Si Page 7

Money Management Public School Re-open fliatnro of (Continued from pags 6) On Tuesday, January 3 statistic, you have to remember Consumer Credit and can help Westfield Public Schools will Jan. 2, designated a holiday, the that old habits die hard. But with you work out a payment plan re-open for staff and students at Westfield Board of Education a lot of will power and some com- with your creditors. The non- the usual starting times on Tues- voted to revise the calendar at mon sense, you can free yourself profit counselors charge only a day, Jan. 3, following winter its Dec. 6 meeting, making Jan. This is the continuation of a column concerning the history of our from the credit crunch. nominal fee or, in some cases, no vacation. 2 a school holiday and extending town by Ralph H. Jones, Westfield Town historian. The following is First of ail, hide' your credit fee. For a direclory, write to the Although the original school the calendar at the end of the the first installment of a two-part series entitled, "From Potsdam t© cards from yourself. Forget they NFCC at 8701 Georgia Ave., Suite calendar did not have Monday, school year by one day. Breeze Knoll." exist. If your mail brings you a 507, Silver Spring, Md. 20910. tempting application for a pre- The late Robert V. Hoffman, writer, editor and local historian, once approved credit card with a limit The credit counselor will help disclosed that he "couldn't write about the folks on Broad Street as he of $5,000, tear it up. Don't assume you come up with a budget and Holiday Season Is Time had written about the folks on Broadway... Country journalism is per- (hat the lender knows your finan- negotiate repayment terms with sonal; be careful what you say about your neighbors!" cial situation better than you do. your creditors. Because they For Blood Donations We take Mr. Hoffman's advice to heart and try to exercise care If you are already drowning in often work closely with the credit, another card will only creditors, they can usually work when we write about anyone — especially one who is still living. Ac- ed. Without any substitute for tually, though, we prefer to write about persons who have passed drag you deeper in debt. The out a better repayment plan than Blood donations are needed same generally holds true for you could. When the plan is ac- every day—350 pints a day in just donated blood, shortfalls in the from the scene. There were so many Westfielders in the period be- blood supply can cause delays in tween 1865 and 1945 who deserve to be remembered, not only because home-equity or personal loans cepted, you write one check to Northern and Central New use* to consolidate debt. The the counselor each month who Jersey, to be specific. During such treatments. they helped shape the community but because of their personal New Jersey Blood Services en- charisma. chances are simply too good that fhen parcels it out to the year-end holidays, the strain on such loans will lull you into creditors. the community blood supply courages everyone between the One such person was Mr. John Samuel Augustus Wittke. Mr. Wittke believing that you have paid your becomes greater, not from in- ages of 17 and 76, weighting 110 was born in Potsdam, Germany, near Berlin, on June 6, 1847. His debts and can now resume charg- As a last resort, you may want creased demands, but from pounds, and in general good father was postmaster at Potsdam, where Truman, Stalin and Chur- ing. to contact your creditors directly decreasing numbers of people health to donate a pint of blood. chill were to meet in 1945. Mr. Wittke came to this country in to see if you can work out an rolling up their sleeves to help The actual donation costs nothing Next, draw up an austerity more than an hour of time, but November 1866 and first lived in the City of . He married budget to see if you can squeeze agreement, such as paying only another person. Miss Phebe A. Cooper, daughter of a prominent Flatbush resident, on interest for a few months. While During this time of year many the long-term benefits to a pa- more cash free to pay your tient in need are priceless. July 30,1873, and in April 1878 they came to Westfield. J. S. A. Wittke obligations. Try to pay off more this may seem an intimidating activities take precedence over began commuting to a job in New York in that year, but is also than the minimum owed on each task, remember that your others. Unfortunately, blood For information on where to credited with opening Westfield's first ice cream parlor on the north of your credit cards. Remember, creditors want their money and donation is one activity that is donate, individuals may call New side of Broad Street near Prospect Street. the only way to reduce your may be willing to wait — if you often postponed, while blood Jersey Services at 828-9101, or the balance is by paying of any new convince them you want (o pay. transfusion therapies at local local chapter of the American In 1888 Mr. Wittke entered the employ of the J. G. Shaw Blankbook hospitals continue to be schedul- Red Cross. Company of New York as bookkeeper and cashier. He later bought chages in full, plus the interest But before tilings get that bad, the company and became its president. and at least a portion of the CPAs advise you to take a close previous month's balance'. look at your credit levels. Rinaldo In 1896 Mr. Wittke bought 22 hilltop acres fronting on what was later If you simply cannot find the If your "Leaf" Hotline called Hillside Avenue and built his family home. In 1906 a wing con- money to meet your bills, you debt load is approaching 20 per- (Continued from page 6} taining "a large game room and art gallery" was added. (This was will probably need help'irom a cent of your lake-home pay, it those of the communities that are Is 232-8041 the house where, in 1*71, the List murders took place; it was credit counselor. There'are 356 may be time to cut back on your affected by changes in air routes, destroyed by fire in 1972.) The home was christened "Breeze Knoll" nonprofit consumer^Credit credit purchases. A recorded message to in- We should not stop short of a ma- dicate where leaf collection — a name memorialized in the post-World War II street that was cut counseling services that''belong jor overhaul of national policies from Lawrence Avenue through a portion of the old Wittke property. to the National Foundation for MONEY MANAGEMENT is a crews are working on any governing aircraft noist, so that given day in Westfield and how Mr. and Mrs. Wittke had two daughters and two sons: Mrs. Henriet- weekly column on personal the noise problem in New Jersey finance distributed by the New long they will be in that area is ta W. Roberts, Mrs. George H. Whitney, who lived in the Georgian TOE can be corrected and similar available to residents. revival house at 319 Hillside Avenue, Charles F. Wittke, who also Jersey Society of Certified Public situations prevented from arising The number is 232-8041. lived in Westfield, and Wellington C. Wittke of Summit. Accountants. elsewhere. Mrs. Roberts Jived at Breeze Knoll and acted as hostess after her mother died. A list of her ties to New York-based organizations in- dicate that this was a woman to be reckoned with. „, JO & JOHN JACOJJSON She was affilated with the Smith College Club, the Columbia University Alumni Association, the Penwomen's Club, the Women's Press Club, the White Elephant < Women's National Republican Club, and the Town Hall Club. In Elephants, which are related to Westfield, she was a past president of the College Women's Club and mammoths and mastodons/ have a member of the Garden Club and the Art Association. Her hobby was roamed the earth for thousands collecting rare books, and she owned the most complete collection of of years. The Greek word for Kate Greenway books in the country. Her library included 1,000 these huge mammals, elephan- Your guide to: books, and her father's collection numbered 2,000. tos, was defined as "the. ivory A few years ago Everson Pearsall located an old snapshot showing beast." While elephants areinor- his ancestor Alfred Everson Pearsall seated on a rocking chair on the mally grey, we shall tell) you Wittke veranda, flanked by his good friends Mr. and Mrs. Wittke and about an elephant of a different Mrs. Roberts. In this old photograph, which must have been taken color — a white elephant. ) around 1910, the character of these people shines through the The white elephant metaphor decades. We cany. he|p but wonder whether editor Pearsall in- is currently used to describe fluenced Mrs. Roberts to seek a career in journalism. "something of a limited ,ior dubious value, as well as a gift Mr. Wittke's art collection was described as "one of the finest in (Planning that is a financial burden to its 1989 this section of the state." Thus, two highly prized art collections were owner." The latter usage stehrs ", January .^ housed up on Hillside Avenue. Mr. William G. Peckham, Esq., who from the custom of the Kings' of resided nearby in a house still standing but considerably remodeled, Siam of presenting a sacred was apatron of the arts who converted his barn into an art museum while elephant to a courtier .'who that accessed his house by a bridge over the driveway. was in disfavor with his ruler. •: ©1988 Ralph H. Jones, all rights reserved. The unfortunate recipient of MEMO TO ADVERTIS this unwanted white elephant was prohibited from working, Final Tax Payment selling, or gifting his sacred royal present, and, therefore, the cost Advertise the service you provide of maintaining such an animal Due Soon for 1988 usually forced him into financial ruin. This, of course, was the real to Brides and Grooms in Taxpayers have until Jan. 15, Feb. l, 1989, according to the purpose of the king's gift in the • 1989, to get the January install- IRS. first place. THE WESTFIELD LEADER ment of their 1988 estimated in- For additional information, Whether or not the beneficiary' come tax to the IRS, the Internal taxpayers may order the free of such a jumbo gift was always Revenue Service said. IRS Publication 505, "Tax With- financially devastated is not Wedding Section, January 21 Taxpayers need not make their holding and Estimated Tax," us- known, but, a white elephant' January estimated tax install- ing the handy order form in the could certainly cause its owner a I ment by Jan. 15 if they file their tax package, or by calling or jumbo-sized headache, J '.. Deadline: Mon., Jan. 9 232-4407 returns and pay all taxes due by writing the IRS. ©1987 Leather Impressions

Villeroy &BocK NAIF CHRIST/MAS

WOODFIELD'S 220 EAST BROAD ST., WESTFIELD ACROSS FROM JOHN FRANKS MON THRU SAT 9:30 AM TO 5:30 PM, THUHS 9:30 AM TO 9 PM Open New Year's Eve 'Til Noon 654-0111 MASTERCARD AND VISA ACCEPTED ^^ Page 8 THE WESTFIELD (PU.) LEADER, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29,19W Social! and CQub Jlfeu/s o^ the

H.S. P.T.O To Hold Deborah DeChellis Will Nancy Frankenbach Weds First Meeting of Year The Westfield High School Wed Paul Michael Dunn Donald Nelson McClure P.T.O, will hold its first meeting of the year on Wednesday, Jan. 4. Mr. and Mrs. Anthony daughter, Deborah Susan, to Guest speaker for the evening DeChellis of Westfield and Col- Paul Michael Dunn, son of Mrs. Nancy Louise Frankenbach of Wilmington, will be former students who will ony Lakes, Manahawkin have an- Adele Dunn Ginsberg of Rock- N.C., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Franken- speak on their college education. nounced the engagement of their away, N.Y. and Lauderdale bach, Jr. of Westfield, and Donald Nelson Mc- At the last P.T.O. meeting the Lakes, Fla. He is also a son of the Clure of Harrisburg, Pa., son of Mr, and Mrs. speaker was Dr. Rony Berger, late Joseph Dunn. Donald McClure of Chambersburg, Pa., were clinical psychologist, who spoke The future bride is a 1978 married Nov. 19 at Willow Grove Presbyterian on "How to Survive Your graduate of Westfield High Church in Scotch Plains. Teenager." Dr. Berger is Direc- School. She received a B.S. The Rev. Dr. Robert Berdin of Wilmington of- tor of the Integrity Center for degree in special/elementary ficiated. Mr. Ferree LeFevre of Chambersburg Psychotherapy in Fanwond. education in 1982 from the was the organist. Soloists were Patricia G. Collins The program starts promptly University of Hartford. She of South Plainfield and Mary Jane LeFevre of at 7:45 p.m. followed by the currently is employed as assis- Chambersburg. A reception immediately follow- regular business meeting. tant treasurer and financial ed at the Echo Lake Country Club in Westfield. management services operations Maid of honor for the bride was Dorothy Bush of manager by the Glastonbury Chambersburg. Bridesmaids were Catherine Stork Bank and Trust Company, Frankenbach, sister of the bride, of Bethlehem, Glastonbury, Conn. Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Sepe of Pa., Amy Leone of Somerset, Marjorie Mills, Scotch Plains have announced Mr. Dunn, a 1976 graduate of cousin of the bride, of Lafayette, and Loren Stees the birth of their daughter, Miami Beach High School, of Wilmington. Danielle, on Nov. 5. received a B.S. degree in. Craig A. McClure of Alexandria, Va., was best Paternal grandmother is Mary business administration in 1983, man for his brother.Groomsmen were. Charles Sepe of Highlands. also from the University of Hart- Frankenbach, III, formerly of Westfield, brother ford. He is employed as account of the bride, Mark Lane of Virginia Beach, Va., Maternal grandparents are, representative at the Connecticut Mr. and Mrs. Rosario LaCorte of John Leone of Somerset, and Craig Wagner of National Bank Discount. Philadelphia, Pa. Berkley Heights. Paul Dunn and Brokerage Inc. in Hartford. • Anothony Sepe, father of the The bride is an ordained Presbyterian minister Deborah DeChellis A May 1989 wedding is planned. and until recently was the associate minister at St. Photo by Andrea newborn, is the owner of Anthony Nancy Frankenbach-McClure Michael Haircutters in Westfield. Andrew-Convent Presbyterian Church in Wilmington. She is a graduate of Westfield High and Donald Nelson McClure FDU Hosts Open House School, Grove City College, and received her The bridegroom is a graduate of Chambersburg Master of Divinity degree from Princeton schools and Pennsylvania State University. He is Theological Seminary. The bride has accepted an the director of governmental affairs of the Penn- For Adult Learners offer to serve an associate minister at the First sylvania Association of Home Health Agencies. The three FDU campuses in is also available. Presbyterian Church in Lancaster, Pa., beginning After a wedding trip to the Bahamas, the couple New Jersey will host an Adult The January 9 Adult Open next month. resides in Lancaster, Open House on Monday, Jan. 9 House is scheduled to coincide from 5:30-8:30 p.m. "We're with spring semester classes Dr. Cindy Feidi To Wed prepared to answer the questions beginning January 17,1989, Adult of adult learners," said Vivian learners are encouraged to make Jones, coordinator of the event, plans for summer and fall study Gregory Andrew Gavula "in addition to faculty members, as well Mr. and Mrs. Donald W. Feidt tended Bucknell University and there will be experts in financial of Westfield have announced.the received a B.S. degree in biology, aid, admissions, and the counsel- The Adult Open House will be engagement of their daughter, with honors; Magna Cum Laude. ing programs." held in Alumni Hall (Teaneck- Dr. Cindy Louise Feidt, to She was elected to Phi Beta Kap- A light buffet will be served, Hackensack campus), Lenfell Gregory Andrew Gavula, son of pa, Phi Sigma, and Alph Lambda and adults interested in under- Hall (Florham-Madison Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Gavula of Delta honorary societies. Dr. gradaute and graduate programs campus), and Student Union Glen Mills, Pa. Feidt received her medical at FDU will find special pro- Building (Rutherford campus). The bride-elect, is a graduate of degree from the University of grams, convenient class sched- The snow date is Jan. 11. For fur- Westfield High School. She at- Pittsburgh and did a fellowship ules and professional counsel. ther information, individuals at the Children's Hospital, in On-the-spot transcript evaluation may call (201) 460-5178. Pittsburgh, Pa. She currently is a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy Medical Corps on the pediatric start at the Philadelphia Navy Hospital. Phiiadelphia. Pa. GET A HEAD START The future bridegroom is a ON A HAPPY NEW YOU1 graduate of Malvern Preparatory School, Malvern, Starling today. Change the shape of your body..,and PjUfdand attended Spring Garden watch the shape of your life change too. We'll help University with an engineering your get started, and stay with it. Lose weight & feel rnajor. He currently is employed The Choraleers of Westfield High School will perform at The Mardi great in '89. a,t |Jie Sun Oil Company in Gras Gala on Feb. 4. Representatives of the group include, from left: Melinda Stotler, Cybelle Sato and Amy Flynn, and rear, Brian Gaff- Call For A Free Consultation. Philadelphia. Gregory Gavula and A February wedding is plann- ney and Chris Cognetti. James Bial directs the 24-member select per- RalBfl one of the top 10 forming group. Diet Centers in the Middle Dr. Cindy Feidt ed. Allannc Stales. .DIET", 922 SOUTH "Nature Remembered" Exhibited at WESTFIELD Westfield Choraleers To Entertain CENTER 654-782O Trailside Nature & Science Center IHE WEIGHT 10SS MOFESSIONHlS At Westfield Symphony Benefit new clients only • with this ad • expires Dec. 31,1983 'I'hi' Union County Hoard of The artisl examines and inter- I'hnsrn Freeholders have an- prcls Ihc world of fnssils, shells The 24-member Westfield High Invitations, underwritten by iioiiiictxl an exhibition of p;iin- find other nulural forms using School Choraleers will entertain the Summit Trust Co., 302 East lings find prinls by Jane Gcorgi; Malert'olnr, acrylic and fti-hing as part of the revelry at The Mar- Broad St., have been mailed by a called "Nature Remembered" is as media. The museum, localori di Gras Ball, scheduled Feb. 4 at committee headed by Peggy WHY TRAVEL FAR? lining shown al fho Trailsidi* in Mountainside!, Nrw Jersey at The Hilton Hotel in Short Hills. Bender and Eva Wiley. Informa- visit your Nature & Science Center, Mnun- Coles Avenue & New Providence Proceeds from the event will tion is available by contacting the HOMETOWN lfiinsid(>, Now Jersey, through K in I hi" new with our k'Slivi' p.irlyw.ire DAVID CHRISTOPHER 2764)276 The Bevtrly Hills Body Wrap .inci afrt'Sioripi! Or You'll Pay Nothing! Our Hallmiirk [>NKC 1 - your oni>sto|> i.irly shop.' j Initial Body Wrap I Olympia Plaza J5J0 Ri. .>.' hu Please Join Us for A With Thb Coupon (ACICM From ftou- ' TUI1W1-88 Scout) [Isini Special 654-0330 New Year's Eve Celebration COMPLETE 5 COURSE DINNER & ENTERTAINMENT Plan to have your^ wedding reception at Dinner Served 5:30 RM.-Midnight You are welcome to bring your own Wine Information and Reservations Bedford'_^ 376-7170 s . KITCHEN & MARKETPLACE 76 ELM STREET Tues.-Fri. Lunch Irani 11:30 a m. The Woman's Club of Westfield 232-2232 Tues.-Sun. Dinner Iroin 5:00 p.m. Closed Won. WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY 316 MILLBURN AVE,, MILLBURN, NJ 070< I • (301) 376-7170 Our fees are reasonable Call 233-7160 . THE WESTFIELD (N J.) LEADER, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29,1988 Page 9 Chronology of Weddings for 1988

Jan. 7 Blass Margaret Drake • Daniel Dillon Elizabeth Paul - Dean Ivins Sept. 22 Dr. Marguerite Rao - Walden Meg Giffeft - George Beres- May 19 Lauren Badenhausen - Charles Cuthryn Heine - Mark Kellstrom Wendy Bergman - Jeffrey Zier- Dillaway chinksy Alison Steele - James McElroy H. Frankenbach III Kerry Vardalis - Gregory Buon- ing Elizabeth Crouch - Richard Lisa Lowi - Allan Vineberg Shelly Dykes - Dr. Thomas Nancy Dymond - Andrew Koski tempo, Jr. Sept. 2