VOL. 117 - NO. 1 BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, JANUARY 4, 2013 $.30 A COPY Boston Celebrate’s Time for Action on Common Sense Gun Reform First Night by Mayor Thomas M. Menino As a parent and grand- Bloomberg to create Mayors and at gun shows, where parent, I remain overcome Against Illegal Guns. Today, unlicensed “private sellers” with sadness, grief and out- our bipartisan coalition is are not required by federal rage by the recent tragedy in more than 800 Mayors strong, law to conduct the checks. Newtown, Connecticut. This and we’ve joined forces with Millions of gun sales — esti- unspeakable act of violence more than 900,000 Ameri- mated at more than 40 per- will forever imprint Decem- cans and 100 survivors of cent of the U.S. annual total ber 14, 2012 in our hearts gun violence to urge Presi- — are conducted through pri- and minds, and my heart dent Obama to put forward vate sellers. Federal legisla- goes out to the families im- an agenda that will make tion known as The Fix Gun pacted by this senseless it harder for dangerous Checks Act (H.R.1781/S.436) tragedy and the many others people to possess guns and would close this enormous we have recently witnessed easier for police and pros- gap in our laws by requiring across the United States. ecutors to crack down on a criminal background As a Mayor who has seen them. I encourage you to check for every gun sale. too many lives forever al- join people from all walks of • Get high capacity rifles tered by gun violence, it is life who have signed our and ammunition maga- my responsibility to fight for Demand a Plan petition by zines off our streets. Mili- action. Now is the time for visiting DemandAPlan.org. tary-style weapons and high that action. Each day in the That agenda would: capacity ammunition maga- United States, 33 people are • Require every gun buyer zines have no appropriate murdered by guns. Our na- to pass a criminal back- civilian function. They are tion has been brought to a ground check. Background designed to kill large num- tipping point. Now is the checks are the only system- bers of people quickly and are time for a real dialogue on atic way to stop felons, do- disproportionately used to national gun reform rooted mestic abusers and other kill law enforcement offic- in common sense. dangerous people from buy- ers; approximately one in Six years ago, I joined New ing firearms. But they still York City Mayor Michael avoid these checks online (Continued on Page 5)

GENERAL CONSULATE OF ITALY - BOSTON (Photo by Rosario Scabin, Ross Photography) (Additional Photos on Page 8)

News Briefs 2013 GENERAL ELECTIONS by Sal Giarratani Pursuant to Presidential decree n. 226 of December 22, 2012, elections will be held on February 24 and February 25, 2013 to elect representatives to the Chamber of Obama Named Person of the Year Deputies and to the Senate of the Republic. In Italy, voting at the polling stations Again by Time Magazine will take place on Sunday, February 24th (from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.) and on Time has once again picked President Obama Monday, February 25th (from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.). for its Person of the Year honor citing his re- Outside of Italy, Italian citizens residing abroad who are registered voters in the election as a major factor in giving him his sec- Overseas District may vote by correspondence. They can do so by casting their ond selection for this honor. He was picked back vote for the candidates listed on the ballot for the “Circoscrizione Estero” (Overseas in 2008 when he became the nation’s first black District). president. The liberal news media is in love with the guy. If they could they would make him Per- All voters residing abroad will receive a packet by mail before February 6th from son of the Century but there are still 87 years to the Consulate General of Italy in Boston containing: an instruction sheet on the go and it might be a tad too soon for that honor, voting procedures, the electoral certificate, a ballot (two for voters over the age of huh? 25, therefore eligible to vote also for the Senate), one blank white envelope for the Border Patrol No Longer Interpreters ballots, a stamped envelope bearing the address of the Consulate General of Italy in The U.S. Border Patrol will no longer provide Boston, and the list of candidates for the Electoral zone of residence. services as interpreters when local law enforce- The stamped envelope containing the ballots, completed as indicated by the instruction ment request language help. The Department sheet, must be sent by mail as soon as possible in order to reach the Consulate of Homeland Security now tells local cops to seek General of Italy in Boston by - and no later than - 4:00 pm on February 21st. help from private services often used by govern- ment agencies. Up in the Washington State area The vote is personal and secret. Voting more than once or voting on it is common practice for local authorities to ask another’s behalf is prohibited. Violators of the law will be punished to the the Border Patrol for help when they pull over fullest extent of the law. folks who speak only Spanish. In some cases Voters who have not received a complete packet by February 10th should contact those stopped end up getting detained as illegals. the Consulate General of Italy in Boston to verify their electoral status and, if Advocates for immigrants believe that language necessary, request a duplicate. access should have nothing to do with legal sta- tus in this country. This is another win for lib- For further information, please visit Consulate’s website erals in the fight against perceived injustice to www.consboston.esteri.it, or contact [email protected], illegal immigrants. or call 617.722.9220. (Continued on Page 5) INFORMATION IS ALSO AVAILABLE ONLINE AT www.esteri.it

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by David Trumbull

Disabled Persons Will Need to be Recertified for the RIDE under New MBTA Rules THE BIBLE LANDS According to the FAQs (frequently asked questions) posted The history of ancient fertile districts and supplied imprisonment and at times on the website of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Mesopotamia, also called one third of the grain pro- even death. Appeals could be Authority, disabled persons using the MBTA’s RIDE service the West Asiatic or the Tigro- duced in all of Western Asia. made to the king. They used will need to be recertified under new procedures. All exist- Euphrates country, was A magnificent system of a form of silver currency, ing RIDE customs will be notified and recertified within actually composed of three artificial irrigation was in- with denominations named three years. Certification will be done via an in-person major periods. These were troduced by a network of “talents, maneus, shekels assessment conducted by trained mobility coordinators. known as the Babylon Period, canals. The greatest of these and paras.” Taxes were Here are some things that disabled RIDE customers should the Assyrian Period and the canals was called the “Nar levied for the improvement be aware of: Persian Period. They all Malka.” It connected the of their roads and canals. • A diagnosis of disability from your physicians will not be occupied the territory that Tigris with the Euphrates They were also required to enough to get you certified. According to the MBTA, many was part of the “Bible Lands.” and was still in use as late pay a “king’s tax” (property medical practitioners are ill-equipped to make a determi- Mountains in the northern as 700 A.D. tax), and an “army tax.” nation that is based on functional ability to use the MBTA portion of the country reach During the Babylonian All Chaldeans of free birth fixed route transit system. In addition, the MBTA says it heights of seven thousand period, the people main- were educated. Slaves were cannot rely on an applicant’s doctor to always be fully objec- feet but further south the tained a civilization which protected by law against tive in making this determination, given that they may country slopes downward to has not been properly appre- harsh treatment from their well be motivated to secure as many services for their form a broad central alluvial ciated until fairly modern masters; they could own patient as possible. plain which occupies the val- times. The discovery and property; and in fact were • The MBTA estimates the 95-99% of current RIDE ley between the Tigris and deciphering of many thou- often taught trades by their customer who apply under the new system will be found Euphrates Rivers. The pre- sands of inscribed tablets owners. Women occupied a conditionally or fully eligible for THE RIDE. vious column noted that from some of the oldest cit- favorable position in their • However, they also estimate that a significant percent history marks this as the lo- ies of Babylonia give a very society, especially after (perhaps 15-25%) of current RIDE customers will choose not cation of the “Garden of accurate account of their marriage. They could own to apply for certification under the new system. If 15 to 25 Eden.” The name “Garden of ancient life in details which property and engage in busi- of current RIDE customers drop off, as expected, because Eden” implies that this was are clearer than most other ness ventures. Motherhood they don’t want to go through the new certification proce- an area where climate, soil nations except Egypt. was especially respected dure, this represents a significant cost savings to the MTBA. and rainfall were ideal. The Their laws were adminis- and offences against any • While the MBTA recognizes that there are many dif- Old Testament calls this tered by judges and supreme mother were severely pun- ferent certification processes that people with disabilities area “Shinar, Babel and The judges. Punishment was ished, sometimes even by complete already in order to receive benefits or services, Land of the Chaldees.” It was handed out in the form of mutilation. the MBTA maintains that those certifications do not spe- one of the richest and most fines, loss of civil rights, NEXT WEEK: Babilu cifically pertain to the individual’s ability to ride transit. We all, I am sure, want to see THE RIDE and other ser- vices for the disabled go to those truly in need of such ser- Burlington Sons of Italy to Offer Italian Classes vices and the MBTA appears to have done a thorough job of The Burlington Sons of Italy, Lodge #2223 the registration fee is non-refundable. For identifying weaknesses in the current certification that is offering Italian language classes to any- more details, contact Phil D’Alleva, Director may have let some questionable cases slip through. How- one interested in acquiring levels of profi- of the program, at 781-272-4305 or e-mail at ever, I suspect I am not the only one concerned that this ciency with the language or learn about Italy. [email protected]. new requirement for an in-person interview with an MTBA The classes, in addition to the language, will If you are unable to register in person, mobility coordinator, may intimidate some truly needy explore the culture, the terrain, the people complete the Registration Form online at disabled persons and may discourage them from seeking and the culinary arts of Italy. (www.burlingtonsonsofitaly.org ) under “Ital- recertification for the vital RIDE service. I am pleased to A ten-week course will be offered in ian Classes” and mail it with your check to see that you may bring a family member, companion or Beginner 1 & 2; Intermediate 1 & 2 and the Burlington Sons of Italy Lodge #2223 to Advanced. The ten-week session will begin Phil DAlleva, 15 Edgemere Avenue, Burling- translator to the interview. I hope that the senior and dis- on Wednesday, January 23rd, 2013. ton, MA 01803. No registration will be ability advocates in the area will actively reach out to RIDE Registration takes place on Wednesday, accepted after the class start date of Janu- customers and help them understand their rights so they January 16th from 6:00–7:00 pm at St. ary 23rd. Be sure to register early as space is can go through this recertification as smoothly as possible. Margaret’s School. Our policy mandates that at a minimum. No one should be denied needed service just to save money for the MBTA or because they are intimidated by the recer- tification process.

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Pamela Donnaruma, Publisher and Editor Of Witches and King Cakes 5 Prince Street, P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 by Ally Di Censo 617-227-8929 617-227-8928 FAX 617-227-5307 January tends to be a divisive month, sym- by the haunting song my grandmother e-mail: [email protected] bolizing rebirth to some and malaise for chanted about La Befana: “La Befana vien di Website: www.BostonPostGazette.com many. Those who dislike it point to the notte/Con le scarpe tutte rotte/Col vestito a la month’s long, unbroken stretch of monotony. romana/Viva, viva La Befana! (La Befana Subscriptions in the United States $30.00 yearly The tinsel and Christmas tree ornaments comes at night/with her shoes all broken/ journey once more into cardboard boxes with her Roman-style dress/Long live La Published weekly by stored in attics or basements, slumbering Befana Post-Gazette, 5 Prince St., P.O. Box 130135, !)” However, I now love the tradition until next year. Snowstorms often interrupt Boston, MA 02113 of La Befana because of its antiquity and its the bitterly cold weather. People return to USPS 1538 – Second-Class Postage paid at Boston, MA embodiment of winter and the end of the POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the work or school after the holiday vacation holidays in general. The figure of La Befana POST-GAZETTE - P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 and the general dreariness of the weather may very well have origins in pagan god- makes these days seem eternal. However, desses who symbolized the turning of a New James V. Donnaruma Caesar L. Donnaruma Phyllis F. Donnaruma January can be a real gem of a month, full Year and the winter season. I appreciate the 1896 to 1953 1953 to 1971 1971 to 1990 of promise for the New Year and even filled fact that Italians didn’t sugarcoat La Befana’s with glimpses of the upcoming spring. The Vol. 117 - No. 1 Friday, January 4, 2013 appearance but left her as a rustic depic- reprisal of the daily routine can bring much tion of magic and feminine power. La Befana needed comfort and discipline to our lives also comprises a nice addition to the rest of OUR POLICY: To help preserve the ideals and sacred traditions — after all, if the holiday season lasted all Italy’s Epiphany customs. An Italian saying of this our adopted country the United States of America: year long, it would lose its sense of unique- dictates that “L’Epifania tutte le feste le porta To revere its laws and inspire others to respect and obey them: ness and expectation. Lucky for us, though, via” — meaning that Epiphany ends the holi- To strive unceasingly to quicken the public’s sense of civic duty: January knows that too much discipline is day season that preceded it. While Epiphany In all ways to aid in making this country greater and better boring, so it ends the Christmas festivities does mark the end of the Christmas sea- than we found it. on a high note. Epiphany, which falls on son, however, it also signals the beginning January 6th and serves as the last of the of the Carnival period, which ends on Mardi What a Difference a Year Makes Twelve Days of Christmas, is much beloved Gras. In Italy and elsewhere, people begin by Italians and encapsulates much of what making King Cakes, or round cakes shaped by Bennett Molinari and Richard Molinari is great about January. to resemble the crowns of the Wise Men, As we approach the New phone call she had hoped for, In Italy, Epiphany remains synonymous on this day and continue baking them Year with so many people she had sent her resume to with La Befana, the principal gift-bringer of throughout Carnival. There are many ver- still out of work and the a large investment com- the season. Though many Italian children sions of King Cakes, from the almond-filled economy still limping along, pany, her qualifications now receive presents on Christmas Eve from puff pastries in France to the candied-fruit we would like to share a suc- were exactly what they were Santa Claus, or Babbo Natale, they still wait encrusted cakes in Spain, but my favorite cess story, proof that good looking for and after a suc- with anticipation for the coming of La Befana version is the Louisiana King Cake, which things still happen to good cessful interview, only her on the night of January 5th. La Befana is I make every Epiphany. It is a spiced ring people. We all know the old second in two years, she was depicted as an old woman, an ambiguous cake stuffed with a cinnamon-sugar filling saying, “It is always darkest telephoned to be informed witch or fairy figure, riding a broom and and decorated with purple, green, and yellow before the dawn,” it could that she got the job and dressed in peasant clothing. Often, a dust- sprinkles. This bright cake reminds me not not be more appropriate to should report to work in a ing of soot covers her from when she enters only of crowns but the spring sun, and has describe the plight and even- week. houses through the chimney. She awards become as much of an Epiphany symbol to tual success that came to A year has gone by since treats to good children but doles out lumps me as La Befana. our friend Betty. It was Betty got that call, she loves of coal to those who have misbehaved. The January may not have the best reputa- nearly three years ago at her work and is doing a “bang Italian Epiphany celebrates the visit of the tion, but it begins with one of my all-time Christmas that Betty was up job” for her employer, they Three Kings to Jesus, so a legend arose to favorite holidays, a feast that is full of tradi- told that her division was love her performance and explain La Befana’s connection to this tions, whimsy and lore. Epiphany, which being transferred and she Betty has already received a Biblical event. According to this story, the marks the Three Kings’ visit to the infant was to be laid off. She had promotion. This Christmas Three Kings were on the way to visit Baby Jesus and wraps up the Christmas season, worked for a local invest- we had dinner with Betty at Jesus when they stopped by La Befana’s holds a special place in Italian culture. ment firm for nearly ten a fine restaurant. The atmo- house and asked if she would like to accom- La Befana provides an indelible and dis- years and could not believe sphere was totally different pany them. La Befana said that she was too tinctive image of the winter season, a what was happening to her. from last year, the threat busy sweeping, but later changed her mind, weathered fairy-witch with magical proper- Betty lives alone; her job not of being without funds was hopped on her broom, and set out to find the ties who endures the elements in order to only provided her with finan- completely gone and with Three Kings and Jesus. She never could surprise children. Epiphany also reminds us cial security but with a it the sense of fear and ap- locate them, but still travels the world on that though Christmas is over, fun doesn’t sense of family with her fel- prehension. We exchanged her broom to this day, searching for Baby have to end. This is the start of Carnival, of low workers, all this was to gifts, opening them at the Jesus and leaving presents for children dur- bright colors and happy-go-lucky festivities, be taken away with the loss table, we gave Betty a first ing her journey. Today, Christmas markets of King Cakes that shine as brightly as of her job. edition book she was hoping around Italy remain open until January 6th, the sun. Precisely because January is so Over the next two years to add to her collection and when they are filled with La Befana figu- wintry, we need holidays like Epiphany to Betty sent out dozens of Betty gave us a box set of our rines and rock candy representing coal. remind us to always let laughter and aban- resumes and was only able favorite English detective While La Befana decorations adorn the don into our homes. Ancient witches and to secure one interview, she series. home, statues of the Three Kings are placed colorful pastries are only the most quirky was one among dozens apply- Betty spoke of her vacation in Italian Nativity scenes on this day, hon- ways to carry us over to the quickly- ing for the job and never plans for the summer and of oring their visit to the Holy Family. approaching springtime. received a call back. Betty a quick trip to Washington When I was little, La Befana used to scare never lost confidence in her- she planned to take just af- me. Her witch-like nature and sneaky noc- Ally Di Censo is a Graduate Student in His- self and despite the precari- ter Christmas. A good job had turnal activities seemed at odds with the tory at the University of Massachusetts Bos- ous financial position she made an enormous differ- jolly, rotund Santa Clauses and smiling ton. She appreciates any comments and sug- was in remained cheerful ence in her life as it does for elves that lined American storefronts. This gestions about Italian holidays and folklore at and positive about her future, each of us. Betty is a fine feeling of apprehension was exacerbated [email protected]. but always, coloring each example that even in un- day, was the cloud of finan- certain times, with persis- cial uncertainty that hung tence comes success and over her head. good things still happen to NEAD Family Dinner/Family Talk Last December, with just good people. Wishing all a The next North End Against Drugs Family well. Teens over 15 can come on their own two weeks of unemployment blessed, healthy and pros- Dinner/Family Talk will be on Monday Janu- but we really would like to have their par- left, Betty received the tele- perous New Year. ary 7th at 5:30 pm at the Nazzaro Center. All ents with them. Nazzaro Center members North End residents are welcome to attend. are most welcome as well. However, this is a family event so it is for Please RSVP to John Romano by email at parents/grandparents with children, they [email protected] by January 4th so we can bring aunts and uncles with them as can have a count for the food. N.E.A.D. TO HOLD VIGIL FOR SANDY HOOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL VICTIMS All are welcome and encouraged to attend a (NEMPAC) will perform a musical tribute at the Candlelight Vigil for the victims of the Sandy Hook vigil. The North Bennet Street School has hand Elementary School shooting in Newtown, Con- crafted angels for the event. Journals, donated by necticut at 6:00 pm on Saturday, January 5, 2013 Roseann Romano will be available for those who in the North End at the Nazzaro Community Center, wish to write a message, Roseann and Rosina will 30 N. Bennet Street. The vigil, coordinated by North be delivering the journals to Newtown, Connecti- End Against Drugs (NEAD), will be held outside cut. The Atlantic Avenue Starbucks is supplying around the tree in the playground in front of the hot chocolate and 1-800-Flowers on Hanover Nazzaro Center and will include many community Street will be donating carnations. groups and participants. For more information contact Rosina at Send letter to: Pamela Donnaruma, Editor, The North End Music & Performing Arts Center ([email protected]) with any questions. The Post-Gazette, P.O. Box 130135, Boston, MA 02113 Page 4 POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 4, 2013 Winners of the “Deck the Windows of Boston Main Streets” Contest Voters Selected Back to Life Chiropractic in Dorchester, Fabutique in West Roxbury and Stingray in Allston as Favorite Windows 3rd Annual Deck the Windows competition for Main Street Business Districts and a new city-wide residential lighting contest Deck the Rooftops. Public voting for Boston’s best-decked homes started on December 18th and concluded on December 21st. Deck the City contest de- tails and a complete list of participants can be found on www.cityofboston.gov/ deckthecity. LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PRIVATE SALE Notice is hereby given by TODISCO TOWING OF 94 CONDOR STREET, EAST BOSTON, MA pursuant to the provisions of Mass G.L. c 255, Section 39A that they will sell the following vehicles by private sale on January 19, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. Deck the Windows 1st place contest winner Back to Life Vehicles are being sold to satisfy their Chiropractic & Wellness located in Dorchester, MA. garage keeper’s lien for towing, stor- age and notices of sale: 2003 TOYOTA COROLLA Mayor Thomas M. Menino nesses that participated in VIN #1NXBR32E93Z128786 announced the 1st, 2nd and this year’s Deck the Windows 1993 TOYOTA COROLLA 3rd place winners of the Deck Contest. It is no secret, judg- VIN #1NXAE09EXPZ034238 1997 TOYOTA CELICA “Sciatu Mio, the Windows contest, award- ing from the thousands of VIN #JT5FG02T1V0041091 you are the reason why I breathe.” ing bragging rights for a votes cast, that this contest 2004 SATURN ION By Frank J. Pennisi year to Dorchester’s Back to really enlivens our neighbor- VIN #1G8AJ52F54ZZ138550 A rich and multi-layered Life Chiropractic & Wellness, hood business districts dur- 2001 HONDA ACCORD romantic novel. West Roxbury’s Fabutique, ing the holiday season,” said VIN #1HGCG66521A066965 Historical events are 1994 HONDA CIVIC and Allston’s Stingray. The Mayor Menino. “I want to interwoven with stories VIN #1HGEG8667RL008721 for control of the sulfur 2012 holiday season marks thank all the business own- Run dates: 1/4, 1/11, 1/18, 2013 rd mines in Sicily, and the the 3 annual iteration of ers, our Main Street dis- wars between the Irish this popular event, a store- tricts, voters and our local and Italians for control of front decorating competition judges for making this such LEGAL NOTICE the N.Y. docks. among 20 Boston Main a success. I also want to re- Commonwealth of Massachusetts “Family Tale Captivates with Sicilian Street districts with more mind residents to remember The Trial Court intrique, romance, drana and history.” - SUN NEWS than 400 small businesses that our Main Street Dis- Middlesex Probate and Family Court 208 Cambridge Street “A True Story...would make a competing. The three-week- tricts have some of the most Riveting Cambridge, MA 02141 Compelling movie.” - CREATESPACE long contest began on No- unique gifts and dining op- (617) 768-5800 “An Earnest, Vivid Portrait about a vember 20th, garnered the tions in the City of Boston.” Docket No. MI12P5625EA family that stands up to the Mafia.” attention of over 4,000 vot- The winning celebration Estate of - KIRKUS BOOK REVIEW MARGARET F. GIANNELLI And from Amazon.com Readers; ers during the public voting hosted by the St. Mark’s Area Date of Death December 4, 2006 “ , , , period, through which the Main Street Board took CITATION ON PETITION FOR Pulls you in I Loved It Passionate st , ”” winners were determined. place in the 1 place win- FORMAL ADJUDICATION Emotional Heartwarming Businesses’ windows from ner’s Back to Life Chiroprac- To all interested persons: Available on Amazon.com, Dorchester to West Roxbury tic & Wellness office, located A petition has been filed by Paul M. Giannelli Kindle and Major Book Stores of Stoneham, MA requesting that the Court enter were enlivened by glittering in the in the Carruth Build- a formal Decree and Order of testacy and for snowflakes, hanging orna- ing in Dorchester’s Peabody such other relief as requested in the Petition. ments and lit Christmas Square. The winning win- And also requesting that Paul M. Giannelli of LEGAL NOTICE Stoneham, MA be appointed as Personal NOTICE TO TRADE CONTRACTORS trees, among other decora- dow features a winter won- Representative(s) of said estate to serve tions, bringing a heightened derland of beautiful glitter- Without Surety on the bond. REQUEST FOR TRADE CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS level of holiday spirit and ing stars and festive holiday You have the right to obtain a copy of the The MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY is soliciting Statements of Qualifi cations from FIRE Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. PROTECTION TRADE CONTRACTORS interested in performing work for MPA CONTRACT NO. friendly competition to neigh- lights that captivates every You have a right to object to this proceeding. L1177-C2-3 CBIS RECAPITALIZATION / OPTIMIZATION, LOGAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, borhood shopping districts. onlooker. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written EAST BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS. The Authority is seeking Qualifi cation Statements from Trade “I want to congratulate the Deck the City campaign, appearance and objection at this Court before: Contractors who have a demonstrated experience in the construction and implementation of similar winners and all the busi- which includes the Mayor’s 10:00 a.m. on January 15, 2013. work in terms of scale and complexity. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline The project includes furnishing all labor, materials, supplies and miscellaneous appurtenances by which you must file a written appearance necessary to modify existing fi re protection systems and to furnish new fi re protection systems in and objection if you object to this proceeding. existing and proposed bag screening rooms and associated spaces at Boston Logan International If you fail to file a timely written appearance Airport. The work shall be accomplished under multiple procurements advertised over a two year and objection followed by an Affidavit of Objec- period. The value shown below represents that aggregate value of the fi re protection work to be Launch Party tions within thirty (30) days of the return date, accomplished under this contract. action may be taken without further notice to PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF you. In accordance with Massachusetts Construction Manager at-Risk requirements, MGL Chapter The estate is being administered under 149 Section 44F, Qualifi cation Statements are being requested from trade contractors capable of formal procedure by the Personal Represen- performing the following classes of work: (a) fi re protection. tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- The estimated cost of the Contract is $1,300,000 and the estimated construction duration is twenty- bate Code without supervision by the Court. four (24) months. The estimated value of work to be performed by trade contractors is as follows: Inventory and accounts are not required to be • Fire Protection - $1,300,000 filed with the Court, but recipients are entitled The Authority is implementing this project in accordance with MGL Chapter 149A, Sections 1 thru 13. to notice regarding the administration from the This selection of trade contractors conforms to MGL Chapter 149A, Section 8, subsections (b) to (k) Personal Representative and can petition the inclusive. This Request for Qualifi cations (RFQ) will be utilized to prequalify trade contractors capable Court in any matter relating to the estate, and experienced in the renovation and construction of airline passenger terminals. The Authority shall including distribution of assets and expenses utilize a two-step process including the prequalifi cation of trade contractors based on an evaluation of administration. January 11, 2013 of the Statement of Qualifi cations received in response to this solicitation, followed by an Invitation WITNESS, Hon. PETER C. DIGANGI, to Bidders that will only be issued to the prequalifi ed trade contractors. A Prequalifi cation Committee 7pm - 12am First Justice of this Court consisting of four representatives, one each from the Designer and the CM at Risk and two Massport Date: December 18, 2012 staff. This Prequalifi cation Committee will be conducting a qualifi cations-based evaluation of 30 Tremont Street Downtown Boston Tara E. DeCristofaro, Register of Probate submittals received from interested trade contractors in order to identify prequalifi ed trade contractors Run date: 1/4/13 who will be invited to respond to a written Invitation to Bidders. Please note that the Authority is not After stopping on our Red Carpet utilizing this process to prequalify subcontractors who are not trade contractors which shall be done sip on a signature Fascino Mimosa while separately in accordance with MGL C149A, Section 8, subsection (j). Qualifi cation Statements shall be evaluated in accordance with the following criteria: (1) Management enjoying the ambiance of the Experience: (2) Project References including a Public Project Record and (3) Capacity to Complete salon and a FASHIONable surprise! Remember including a demonstration that the contractor has the fi nancial stability and long-term viability to successfully implement the Project. A Supplemental Information Package that discusses There will be music, passed hors d’oeuvres Your these Evaluation Criteria and the Prequalifi cation Process in more detail as well as any other requirements for the Qualifi cation Statements will be available to interested parties beginning and a Gift Basket Give-A-Way! Wednesday, January 2, 2013, by contacting Cindy Monahan at 617-568-5978 or via email at This is a night Downtown Boston Loved Ones [email protected] will never forget! The qualifi cation statement document, as detailed in the supplemental information package shall be The Post-Gazette addressed to Mr. Houssam H. Sleiman, P.E., CCM, Director of Capital Programs and Environmental Redeemable for $10 on your next visit Affairs, and received no later than 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at the Massachusetts accepts memorials Port Authority, Logan Offi ce Center, One Harborside Drive, Suite 209S, Logan International Airport, Join us in our celebration! East Boston, MA 02128-2909. throughout the year. Questions regarding this RFQ shall be directed to [email protected] with the MPA We hope to see you and all of your friends! project number referenced in the subject line. Please call MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY 617.367.2446 THOMAS P. GLYNN facebook.com/FascinoSalonAndSpa 617-227-8929 CEO AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Run date: 01/04/13 POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 4, 2013 Page 5

The time has come, the walrus said, TO TALK OF MANY THINGS of shoes and ships and sealing wax of cabbages and kings by Sal Giarratani THINKING CITY HALL TO GO on Tuesdays beginning Jan- ended in a mistrial. Never OUT LOUD The North End, Back Bay, uary 29th on A&E. The last mind running for governor by Sal Giarratani Beacon Hill and Charles- thing Boston needs is to be or U.S. senator, she might town may not need a City seen as a battle between even face a Democrat oppo- Is RMV Playing Fast and Loose with New Law? Hall to Go but most of the Irish drunks and the yuppie nent in the primary. remaining city neighbor- rich. I just finished getting Cahill’s reputation has Critics are blasting the RMV of circumventing the hoods certainly could use it. re-angered again as I been unfairly tarnished and Registry of Motor Vehicles spirit of the law which was Hey, if the U.S. Postal Ser- recently watched The Town he didn’t deserve this to for watering down a new state vetoed by Governor Deval vice can set up Post Offices on TNT. I am proud of my happen. Coakley owes him law passed following several Patrick but over-ridden by to Go during the Christmas Townie roots which go back and the taxpayers an apology high-profile fatal crashes by both Houses in the state leg- season in Downtown Boston, over 100 years and Holly- for the waste of both time illegal immigrants and in- islature up on Beacon Hill. why isn’t City Hall to Go not wood’s idea of Charlestown and money. After a 16 month tended to stop unlicensed According to Hedlund, ‘It is even better. In the wireless seems like an expletive to investigation and a 26 day drivers from being able to not only flouting the intent computer age, wouldn’t it be me. Charlestown isn’t a four- trial, Cahill is a free man but register motor vehicles. of the law but it’s watering nice not to have to travel into letter word or a community it all hurt him so much. It Starting this month, the the bill down to the point City Hall for many services of losers. Ben Affleck’s was good to see that smile RMV has enacted new poli- where it was before.” I think you might need from time to Charlestown was as phony on his face when he left the cies that will allow car own- it is time for Senate Presi- time? Folks in East Boston as his put-on Boston accent. courtroom. ers to produce a utility bill, dent Teresa Murray and wouldn’t have to travel across GOOD FOR DONNA SUMMER or other document such as House Speaker Bob DeLeo to the Atlantic Ocean and folks TIM CAHILL IN THE a rental lease as “proof of fight to get this law enforced in West Roxbury wouldn’t I was so glad to see my long- ROCK & ROLL legal residence,” a require- at the Registry of Motors Ve- have to take the commuter time Quincy friend Tim HALL OF FAME ment of the state law passed hicles. If they don’t, then rail. Especially with Govern- Cahill’s ordeal hopefully Donna Summer has fi- in July. Prior to that law, they are apparently allowing ment Center MBTA station over. I never understood why nally been inducted into the vehicle owners did not have a state agency to flout the closing down for two years, Attorney General Martha Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in to show proof of residency. law and last time I heard the it would be much more con- Coakley went after him. It Cleveland. It is too bad she Registrar Rachel Kapriel- Registrar of Motor Vehicles venient for City Hall to come made little sense. The jury died before this induction. I ian defended the RMV’s new is an officer of the common- to them rather than the in this case was hopelessly saw her perform last sum- policy saying a utility bill is wealth and under her juris- reverse. deadlocked on the charges. mer in Boston at the Bank proof of a legal residence. diction, I don’t believe she I HOPE THIS Coakley has yet to say of Boston Pavilion. I didn’t She added, “That is our in- can twist the wording to al- DOESN’T TURN INTO whether she will seek a re- know it would be her last terpretation of the law as it low her the presumption of SOUTH BOSTON SHORE trial and I hope she doesn’t. show ever in her hometown was written. Those docu- not enforcing a law clearly Reality television is com- Hasn’t she already caused but I was grateful in hind- ments suffice.” However, the written by pretending it isn’t. ing to South Boston on cable. enough harm to him and his sight to be a part of it. Tick- actual state law seems The whole purpose of the We can only hope it doesn’t family? She should drop the ets to the 2013 Rock & Roll much more stringent and law was to make it difficult do to Irish Americans what whole case like a hot potato. Hall of Fame induction cer- states no vehicle registra- to be an illegal driver in Mas- Jersey Shore did for Italian Any hope she had of re- emony go on sale January tion shall be issued unless sachusetts. I assume that Americans. The last thing launching a bid for higher 25th at www.rockhall.com. the person has a license, a was why it got a gubernato- South Boston needs is to be office certainly went out the HBO will air the taped show state ID card, a Social Secu- rial veto and had to be over- “Snookied.” Southie Rules airs window when the case on May 18th at 9:00 pm. rity number or “other proof ridden into law. Now the of legal residence.” State RMV is mumbling double- Senator Bob Hedlund, R- speak like in that old George Weymouth who has long Orwell novel where up is (Continued from Page 1) • News Briefs pushed for legislation re- down and down is up and The Republicans Need ward this growing voting bloc. here and how to make quiring anyone registering a where laws are seemingly to be More than the Political parties don’t grow by things right for us once vehicle to be licensed and defined by interpretation of Anti-party subtraction; they need to fo- again. has reportedly accused the the speaker. During Campaign 2012, cus on addition for a change. Newark Mayor Won’t the Republican Party too of- The GOP doesn’t have to sell Take on Gov. Christie ten came across as the Party its soul or brand-name for Many Democrats in New $ SELLSELL YOURYOUR GOLDGOLD $ of No when it needed to be votes. It needs to offer some- Jersey had been rooting for VOTED the real Party of Yes We Can! thing positive to all voters Cory Booker, the mayor of Now! NOWNOW !!!!!! #1 BEST PLACE The Democrats came across including those the Demo- Newark, to take on Republi- $1,800 TO SELL like everyone’s nice uncle. crats think they own. Repub- can Governor Chris Christie Per Ounce! 24K 781-286-CASH JEWELRY Lovable and non-judgmental lican principles like strong in 2014 but Booker has We Buy Diamonds, Gold and Silver Jewelry and also not worrying about families building a strong ruled himself out of that We Buy Gold and Silver Coins passing around money to the economy or lower taxes and political fight. He is still con- little nieces and nephews increased personal liberty sidering a race against U.S. Jewelry Box 345 Broadway, Revere waiting for a handout. Who are principles most Ameri- Senator Frank Lautenburg, sellgoldmass.com wouldn’t like a nice uncle cans would wish for, espe- D-NJ who is 88 years old. Hours 10-5:30 pm every day. Saturdays until 3:30 pm like that? The Democrats cially now with the economy Some Democrats also think were talking about extend- still so sick. The Democrats Lautenberg might even re- ing unemployment benefits continue to offer yesterday tire opening a wild Demo- while the GOP was talking when most Americans are cratic primary fight. Booker about ending those benefits looking to the future and says he will complete his and giving folks real jobs. better days. full second term as mayor The Latino vote was prac- Great leadership isn’t just but added “I will explore tically handed over to the smiles and promises; it is the possibility of running for Newly Democrats by Republicans offering the hard truth of the United States Senate in Specializing in the art of celebration appearing so negative to- where we are, why we got 2014.” RenovatedWedding, Anniversary, Quinceañera, Reunion, Birthday, Social and Corporate Events. • Time for Action (Continued from Page 1) Convenient location and valet parking makes Spinelli’s East Boston the perfect location. every five law enforcement gun traffickers and their Preventing gun violence — officers slain in the line of criminal networks. whether a mass shooting We are dedicated to the highest level of service and duty is killed with an assault As the nation engages in in a school or a murder on professionalism to ensure the success of your special occasion. weapon. The time has come a dialogue on legislation and a street corner — will take to review the federal assault policy to make communities much more than strength- weapons ban that expired in safer, our own Boston Police ening our gun laws. We 2004 and draft a new law that Department continues to must reverse the culture will take these weapons out remove illegal guns from of violence in our nation of our communities. Boston’s neighborhoods. De- so that a violent act isn’t • Make gun trafficking a spite some of the toughest the first response to set- federal crime: Today, there gun laws in the nation, our tling a difference or com- is no clear and effective stat- law enforcement officials pensating for a wrong. We ute making gun trafficking continue to remove weapons need to strengthen and a crime. Prosecutors are in- due to glaring loopholes in more adequately fund our stead forced to rely on a weak federal law. This year, the mental health system so law prohibiting the business Boston Police Department that we can identify troubled of selling guns without a fed- has removed more than individuals earlier and eral license, which carries 500 illegal firearms from get them the help they the same punishment as our streets. Sixty percent need. But strengthening 280 Bennington Street, East Boston, MA trafficking chicken or live- of all crime guns recovered our gun laws should not Please Call 617-567-4499 spinellis.com stock. Mayors Against Illegal by BPD come from outside have to wait for these other Guns supports proposals to the state, demonstrating a actions to occur. It’s clear: empower law enforcement to clear need for nationwide The time for action is WWW.BOSTONPOSTGAZETTE.COM investigate and prosecute laws. now. Page 6 POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 4, 2013

S imple TIMES . . . by Girard A. Plante

My favorite American Infantry. Notoriety quickly Another book written in SILVER LININGS Paul Boudreaux had a hand president is Abraham Lin- followed Johnson as he 1884 by 54th Massachusetts PLAYBOOK SOUNDTRACK in writing several tunes, coln. I also harbor a love for became the 54th’s drummer mate Luis Emilio, “A Brave Sony Music including I’m Your Hambone, American history, particu- — branding him the first Black Regiment: The His- The UK’s Jessie J earned the lengthy I’m Searching and larly all things Civil War. black musician in the Civil tory of the Fifty-Fourth Regi- the chance to work with leg- Willie On the Phone. Guitar- Upon seeing the television War. ment of Massachusetts Vol- endary songwriter Diane War- ist Billy Gregory is respon- preview for the blockbuster Johnson is the drummer unteer Infantry 1863-1865,” ren on the new song Silver sible for Sweet Disposition film “Lincoln” in November, carved into the bas relief at adds to Johnson’s stellar Lining on the strength of her and V-8 Ford with the title and reading rave reviews in the top of Beacon Street reputation. well-deserved fame. Danny track courtesy of Ken Hatley/ numerous newspapers, it across from the State House. Johnson quickly embarked Elfman serves up two origi- Roy Edwards. Among the became my must-see movie. That memorial to Boston’s on his Civil War journey from nals, Silver Lining Titles and many highlights are covers After seeing “Lincoln” twice, Colonel Robert Gould Shaw Boston, arriving at Thomp- the haunting Walking Home, of Steve Cropper’s I Got Every- I’m not surprised that it and the 54th Massachusetts sons Plantation in South followed by Stevie Wonder’s thing I Need and Sam Cooke’s received seven Golden Globe inspired the famous film Carolina, June 4, 1863. He classic My Cherie Amour, the A Change Is Gonna Come. nominations in December. “Glory,” which earned a Best fought exclusively at battle American rockers Alabama Occasionally in this col- Supporting Oscar for actor sites in the south. He was Shakes’ Always Alright and BOMBA ESTEREO - umn, I introduce readers (or, Denzel Washington. honorably discharged Aug- ELEGANCIA TROPICAL reintroduce them) to Boston Johnson was a 16-year-old ust 20, 1865. Within days of a pair of jazz giant Dave natives who’ve put their boy who loved playing the Johnson’s discharge the 54th Brubeck Quartet’s, Unsquare Polen Records unique stamp on America’s drums when he decided to Massachusetts Volunteer Dance and West Side Story Feel the thumping, free- rich history. Some of the join the 54th Massachusetts Infantry was mustered out. classic Maria. British indie spirited sounds of Colombia people fought courageously in the warm spring of 1863. On April 19, 1863, Presi- group Alt-J does their thing through the music groove in wars dating to the Ameri- Considered a “seaman” upon dent Abraham Lincoln spoke on Buffalo, Les Paul & Mary created by Bomba Estéreo’s can Revolution, and escaped enlisting in June 1863, these words in defense of the Ford’s moving The Moon of awesome album Elegancia to tell their stories of brav- Johnson witnessed the bru- 54th Massachusetts: “There Manakoora plus Crab Corps’ Tropical. One can literally ery. Selflessly sharing their tality of the bloodiest battle have been men who have version of Somerville native feel the earth move below battlefield anecdotes through on American soil in history proposed to me to return to Bobby Pickett’s Monster Mash their feet as the Afro-Latin book or lecture or both, mat- by staying true to the infan- slavery the black warriors of and Goodnight Moon from rhythms take you places ters because they’ve agoniz- try regiment that made him Port Hudson and Olustee to Ambrosia Parsley & Elegant you may have never visited ingly allowed civilians, most a man overnight. their masters to conciliate Too. California’s Eagles of before. The journey, driven of us who never knew the The aftermath of the Civil the South. I should be Death Metal bring life to by vocalist Liliana Saumet anxieties of war, an up-close War brought Johnson to damned in time and eternity Now I’m a Fool and it doesn’t begins with the pounding account of nightmarish Worcester, Mass., where he for doing so.” get any better than Bob Bosque onto the catchy Bailar mayhem. settled to teach students My fragmented research Dylan/Johnny Cash’s ver- Conmigo before leaning into With the hugely success- harboring a passion to leading to Johnson’s action sion of Girl from the North the funky El Alma y El ful box office draw of “Lin- drums. He also began a drum at various battles in the Country. The finale is Rare Cuerpo followed by the dance coln,” and as we film fans and bugle corps. Johnson South weave a common Earth’s hit Hey Big Brother. floor magic of Pure Love and eagerly await the Academy found solace by joining some thread through a life lived hit the halfway mark with Awards nominations later of his comrades in the Grand as a true patriot who never LISA MATASSA - Brazilian MC Bnegao’s bom- this month, I think it appro- Army of the Republic Gen- forgot the highest calling SOMEBODY’S BABY bastic track titled Rocas. priate to introduce you to a eral George H. Ward Post #10 as a citizen of the United It Is What It Is Records You’ve only heard the half of hero of Massachusetts who and of the Sons of Union Vet- States of America: serving Lisa Matassa swaddles her it, as Bogota’s fiery band stamped his footprint during erans of the Civil War in the call to arms to protect listeners with an EP titled maintains the mood with the America’s Civil War. Worcester. his fellow citizens and de- Somebody’s Baby that in- explosive Caribbean Power as Alexander H. Johnson was A book entitled “We All Got fend the Union. Only a cludes tracks displaying her BE teams up with Buraka born in New Bedford in 1851. History,” authored by Nick few days removed from cel- broad range of vocal talents. Som Sistema, blending their He enlisted with the 54th Salvatore in 1996, promi- ebrating his joining the 54th Her country connection of Angolan beats with Saumet’s Massachusetts Volunteer nently mentions Johnson. Massachusetts 67 years ear- opening shows for Dierks sultry vocals on Mozo and the lier, Alexander H. Johnson Bentley, Leann Rimes, Erick sound takes flight for Pájaros. passed away on March 19, Church, Lee Brice and Bomba Estéreo reaches LEGAL NOTICE 1930. He was 82. Ronnie Dunn have served their final destination with MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY Treat yourself to an Amer- her well. Check out cuts as Lo Que Tengo Que Decir and NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS ican historical masterpiece the title track and initial the spiraling Pa Respirar. Sealed General Bids for MPA Contract No. AP1310-C1 FY13-15 PUMP & MOTOR SERVICE AND single Somebody’s Baby Music that will resonate long MAINTENANCE; ALL MASSPORT FACILITIES; BOSTON AND BEDFORD, MASSACHUSETTS, in viewing the film “Lincoln” will be received by the Massachusetts Port Authority at the Capital Programs Department Offi ce, to learn still more about the trailed by a couple of rock- after the songs have fin- Suite 209S, Logan Offi ce Center, One Harborside Drive, East Boston, Massachusetts 02128, triumph over enormous ing New York remixes of her ished playing! until 11:00 A.M. local time on WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2013 immediately after which, in a odds to abolish the evil of compositions Wouldn’t You designated room, the bids will be opened and read publicly. Like to Know and then hits CHRIS McNULTY - NOTE: PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD AT THE CAPITAL PROGRAMS slavery from America. I can DEPARTMENT (ABOVE ADDRESS) AT 8:30 A.M. LOCAL TIME ON FRIDAY, see Alexander H. Johnson it out of the park with Girl THE SONG THAT SINGS JANUARY 18, 2013. happily tapping his drum in With a Rock ‘N Roll Heart. Lisa YOU HERE The work includes PROVIDING LABOR, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS TO SERVICE, a grand victory march. lowers the decibels for the Challenge Records MAINTAIN, AND REPAIR WASTEWATER AND STORM WATER PUMPS AND MOTORS OF VARIOUS EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS FOR ALL MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY tender Learning As You Grow Chris McNulty’s vocals FACILITIES IN BEDFORD AND BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS. followed by a cover of Bryan express emotion without Bid documents will be made available beginning FRIDAY, JANUARY 11, 2013. LEGAL NOTICE Adams’ 1985 #1 hit Heaven boundaries, having suffered The estimated contract cost is $150,000. and she does a creditable job the loss of her cherished son, Bid Documents in electronic format may be obtained free of charge at the Authority’s Capital Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court on Dolly Parton’s I Will Al- Sam, 18 months ago, it would Programs Department Offi ce, together with any addenda or amendments, which the Authority may ways Love You, performed seem that her choice of songs issue and a printed copy of the Proposal form. Middlesex Probate and Family Court 208 Cambridge Street live, ending with a wonder- for this album were in his A proposal guaranty shall be submitted with each General Bid consisting of a bid deposit for fi ve (5) East Cambridge, MA 02141 percent of the value of the bid; when sub-bids are required, each must be accompanied by a deposit (617) 768-5800 ful job on The Christmas Song, memory. But, she explains, equal to fi ve (5) percent of the sub-bid amount, in the form of a bid bond, or cash, or a certifi ed check, Docket No. MI12P5216EA a song for every day of the the songs she penned for this or a treasurer’s or a cashier’s check issued by a responsible bank or trust company, payable to the Massachusetts Port Authority in the name of which the Contract for the work is to be executed. The Estate of year, as proved by the late CD, Long Road Home — The bid deposit shall be (a) in a form satisfactory to the Authority, (b) with a surety company qualifi ed to do RICHARD THOMAS STEENBRUGGEN Nat King Cole. Matassa’s CD Song That Sings You Here business in the Commonwealth and satisfactory to the Authority, and (c) conditioned upon the faithful a/k/a RICHARD T. STEENBRUGGEN also contains a music video were written well before her Date of Death December 5, 2012 performance by the principal of the agreements contained in the bid. of the title track. loss. Native to Australia, The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and materials INFORMAL PROBATE payment bond, each in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract price. The surety shall be a surety PUBLICATION NOTICE Chris belts out her music company or securities satisfactory to the Authority. Attention is called to the minimum rate of wages To all persons interested in the above ALL PURPOSE BLUES BAND with confidence, as heard on to be paid on the work as determined under the provisions of Chapter 149, Massachusetts General captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner - CORNBREAD AND How Little We Know the ques- Laws, Section 26 to 27G, inclusive, as amended. The Contractor will be required to pay minimum Martha Lynn Steenbruggen of Wilming- wages in accordance with the schedules listed in Division II, Special Provisions of the Specifi cations, ton, MA. A Will has been admitted to informal CADILLACS tioning How Are Things In which wage rates have been predetermined by the U. S. Secretary of Labor and /or the Commissioner probate. Catbone Music Glocca Morra?, taking Fats of Labor and Industries of Massachusetts, whichever is greater. Martha Lynn Steenbruggen of Wilming- If you’ve got a hankering Waller’s Jitterbug Waltz to The successful Bidder will be required to purchase and maintain Bodily Injury Liability Insurance ton, MA has been informally appointed as the to hear some blues, your new heights and the sooth- and Property Damage Liability Insurance for a combined single limit of $10,000,000 (TEN MILLION Personal Representative of the estate to serve DOLLARS). Said policy shall be on an occurrence basis and the Authority shall be included as an without surety on the bond. remedy is on the dozen slices ing sound of Lonely Woman. Additional Insured. See the insurance sections of Division I, General Requirements and Division II, The estate is being administered under of music on the tasty menu McNulty polishes up Lerner/ Special Provisions for complete details. informal procedure by the Personal Represen- tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- of the All Purpose Blues Loewe’s On the Street Where This Contract is also subject to Affi rmative Action requirements of the Massachusetts Port Authority bate Code without supervision by the Court. Band. Cornbread and Cadil- You Live reminiscing with contained in the Non-Discrimination and Affi rmative Action article of Division I, General Requirements Inventory and accounts are not required to be lacs has the blues that will Last Night When We Were and Covenants, and to the Secretary of Labor’s Requirement for Affi rmative Action to Ensure Equal filed with the Court, but interested parties are Opportunity and the Standard Federal Equal Opportunity Construction Contract Specifi cations entitled to notice regarding the administration satisfy the taste buds of Young, dimming the sound (Executive Order 11246). from the Personal Representative and can blues lovers everywhere. with The Lamp Is Low before The General Contractor is required to submit a Certifi cation of Non-Segregated Facilities prior petition the Court in any matter relating to the Willie Lockett, a true New doing justice to Bacharach/ to award of the Contract, and to notify prospective subcontractors of the requirement for such estate, including distribution of assets and certifi cation where the subcontract exceeds $10,000. expenses of administration. Interested parties Orleans blues singer heads David’s beautiful One Less Complete information and authorization to view the site may be obtained from the Capital Programs are entitled to petition the Court to institute the quartet, singing classics Bell to Answer. McNulty’s Department Offi ce at the Massachusetts Port Authority. The right is reserved to waive any informality formal proceedings and to obtain orders Letter to Marta terminating or restricting the powers of Per- and originals. Cuts of note pretty paves in or reject any or all proposals. have drummer Tony D’Ales- the way for the album’s title MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY sonal Representatives appointed under infor- mal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, sandro’s Going Back to New track, The Song That Sings THOMAS P. GLYNN if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. CEO AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Orleans and Walk In My You Here which is a lyrical Run date: 01/04/13 Run date: 1/4/13 Shoes, while group member masterpiece. POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 4, 2013 Page 7 Socially Scene by Angela Cornacchio

photos will haunt most of us dam, Bologna, Florence, the for a decade” so to ensure Schubertiade Schwarzen- hers was picture-perfect berg and at other major ven- the Vogue Editor-in-Chief ues worldwide. recruited Testino to shoot Savion Glover, homegrown hers. in New Jersey, is an Ameri- With such a worldly and can tap dancer, actor and decorated photographer vis- choreographer. As a learn- iting this exhibit one can ing prodigy, he was taught by only imagine the beauty it notable dancers from previ- will bring. The Mario Testino ous generations. Glover be- exhibit will be on display gan taking tap lessons at age through February 3, 2013 at seven. At the age of 19 he The Museum of Fine Arts became the youngest-ever Boston located at 465 Hun- Paul Lewis makes his Bos- recipient of a National En- tington Avenue Boston. You ton debut January 12th in dowment for the Arts grant. can contact the front office the Celebrity Series. In 1995, he choreographed at 617-267-9300 for hours (Photo courtesy of and starred in the musical and prices. Celebrity Series Bring in ‘Da Noise, Bring in Pippin Prances into Cam- Productions) ‘Da Funk, a hugely success- bridge …. Royal heir Pippin ful Broadway show that Mario Testino poses with Anna Wintour, left, and super is spurred on by a mysteri- zine, also is a recipient of an chronicled African American model Gisele Bündchen at the first U.S. exhibition of his ous group of performers to Honorary Doctorate from history. He won a Tony for work, In Your Face. embark on a death-defying Boston Conservatory. best choreographer. Savion journey to find his “corner of With the cold weather com- is currently interested in Fashion Icon in Boston joined by Vogue’s Anna the sky.” American Reper- ing upon us this legendary restoring African roots to …. With the holidays in the Wintour, A-list model Gisele tory Theater is featuring the performance is sure to warm tap. He wants to put tap back past and a new year begun, Bundchen, Victoria’s Secret musical Pippin as part of its the soul. Pippin will be on into the contemporary black a 2013 spring collection will model Alessandra Ambrosio 2012 – 13 Season. The pro- stage through January 20th context. In June of 2012, be upon us shortly and what and more as they took in the duction will be directed by at the Loeb Drama Center, Glover appeared on The Eric better way to get into the museum’s In Your Face and Diane Paulus with choreog- 64 Brattle Street, Cambridge. Andre Show and rejuvenated spirit than visiting an ex- British Royal Portrait photos. raphy by Gypsy Snider of the For more information con- America’s passion for tap hibit by fashion’s most cel- While everyone was full of Montreal-based circus com- tact the ticket office at 617- dancing. In SoLe Sanctuary, ebrated snapper? His career anticipation for the new ex- pany Les 7 doigts de la main, 547-8300 Tuesday through Savion Glover’s reverence spans more than 30 years hibit, Gisele was more than also known as 7 Fingers. log on to www.american for the art of tap is put on and he has shot hundreds of most. The glowing and radi- Performances and began in repertorytheater.org. stage in the form of a living covers for various magazines ant Bundchen couldn’t have December 2012 at the Loeb The Celebrity Series of altar where he can pay his including Vogue and he has been more excited to have Drama Center located in Boston Returns …. On Sat- respects to the craft that he worked with the likes of Kate Testino’s exhibit in her new Cambridge. urday, January 12th at has perfected. You can see Moss, Gisele Bundchen and hometown. “You know, I love The original production of 8:00 pm in the New England more about his artwork and Naomi Campbell before they Boston. I’ve been living here Pippin, directed by Bob Fosse, Conservatory’s Jordan Hall, future projects at www.savion gained celebrity status. He for quite some time now and premiered on Broadway in pianist Paul Lewis will make gloverproductions.com. has brought his first ever when Mario reached out to 1972. It tells the story about his Boston debut, also the Established by Aaron Rich- U.S. exhibit In Your Face to me and said, ‘I’m going to do “Pippin” who is a young city welcomes Savion Glover mond in 1938, the Celebrity The Museum of Fine Arts an exhibit in the Museum of prince and heir to the throne and his classic SoLe Sanctu- Series presents more than here in Boston where his Boston and you have to of Charlemagne as he ary tribute to tap at the Bos- 50 multi-cultural and inter- photography will be on dis- come,’ my reply was simple, searches for beauty, glory ton Opera House. national artists and perform- play through February 3rd. ‘I’m there!’” and fame. On his journey he Paul Lewis is a native to ing ensembles to audiences Mario Testino, a Peruvian Queen of fashion and has to come to grips with Liverpool and an English in the greater Boston area fashion photographer whose Vogue’s Editor in Chief, Anna lust, sex, war, politics and classical pianist. Lewis each season from October to work has been featured in Wintour has worked with religion. It won nine Tony started out on the cello, as May. By utilizing a number magazines such as Vogue Testino for most of her life. Awards and four Drama that was the only instru- of different performance and Vanity Fair, had his ca- “He just loves life and I think Desk Awards and ran for ment on which his school venues throughout the Bos- reer explode when he was that really comes through in close to 2000 performances could offer him tuition, yet ton area, each year the Ce- chosen by Princess Diana for his pictures.” At the opening before closing in 1977. Pip- shortly after it was clear lebrity Series presents pro- her 1997 Vanity Fair photo of Testino’s exhibition, Win- pin has become a staple of where his talent lied. Lewis grams of classical music, shoot. His U.S. debut brought tour explained what made the American Musical is internationally recognized modern and classical dance, the top of the line in the him one of her go-to photog- canon, noted for many as one of the leading pia- jazz, folk, world music, fam- fashion industry, all in one raphers. She told Fashion- memorable songs including nists of his generation. ily music and multi-media place to honor his work. “It’s ista, “I think that for celeb- Corner of the Sky and Magic He performed all 32 of the performances. The Celebrity very interesting for me to rities and people they can To Do. Beethoven piano sonatas on Series became a main- come to a city like Boston sometimes be insecure about Diane Paulus is the Artis- tour in the United States stream of Boston’s cultural because it’s not a city that I the way they present them- tic Director at the American and Europe between the life with performances by go to very often,” said Testino, selves. I think that one of Repertory Theater at Harvard 2005 and 2007 seasons. At Ignace Jan Paderewski, “And to see the queues of his great skills as a photog- University, where her re- the beginning of 2011, Paul Sergei Rachmaninoff and cars outside and the whole rapher is making people look cent work includes The Lewis embarked upon a two many more. Countless na- enthusiasm about coming to as beautiful and extraordi- Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess, year project to perform all tionally and internationally my show, it’s quite touch- nary as they possibly could.” a new production adapted by the mature piano works recognized artists have made ing.” For the opening back in To prove her point she men- Pulitzer prize-winning play- from the last six years of their Boston debuts with the November, Testino was tions, “unflattering passport wright Suzan-Lori Parks, Schubert’s life. This series Celebrity Series. They in- and OBIE-winning composer is being presented in Lon- clude the Alvin Ailey Ameri- Diedre Murray (now running don, New York, Chicago, on Broadway). Diane is a Pro- Tokyo, Melbourne, Rotter- (Continued on Page 10) Mattéo Gallo fessor of the Practice of The- ater in Harvard University’s English Department and o was recently named one of o Appraisals the 50 Most Powerful Women Sales & Rentals in Boston by Boston Maga-

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• First Night (Continued from Page 1)

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Recipes from the Homeland by Vita Orlando Sinopoli

Will Hilllary run in 2016? There can tells The Wall COPYRIGHT, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED be no doubt it, said David Remnick in Street Jour- NewYorker.com. “Hillary Clinton is running nal. A grow- EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA for president.” With the path to the 2016 ing body of 1 medium-size eggplant ¼ cup Romano or Parmesan Democratic nomination wide open, Clinton’s research 2 cups prepared bread grated cheese approval numbers are through the roof and shows that crumbs 1 cup canola oil for frying she’s already in “high political gear.” At a extreme exercise can harden the coronary 2 beaten eggs Salt Washington conference on the Middle East, artery, a condition typically seen in people 8 ounces shredded mozzarella 8 ounces tomato sauce the soon-to-be ex-secretary of state addressed who are completely sedentary. Endurance cheese an adoring crowd of dignitaries who swooned athletes — such as marathoners and tri- over a slickly produced video about Hillary’s athletes — also appear to be at higher risk Peel dark skin off eggplant with paring knife or potato achievements. It all felt like “an interna- of atrial fibrillation, a heart arrhythmia peeler. Slice eggplant into one-quarter-inch rounds. Layer tional endorsement four years in advance responsible for one in three strokes. slices on a flat dish and salt lightly. Beads of liquid will of the Iowa Caucus and the New Hampshire Huh? Chemicals used to purify tap water appear on the slices as they rest one on top of the other. Primary.” may be causing food-allergy rates to sky- Cover eggplant with wax or plastic paper and place in the Don’t crown Hillary yet, said Jim Geraghty rocket in the U.S., a new study suggests. refrigerator for at least a half-hour. Meanwhile, warm up in NationalReview.com. She will be 69 years Researchers at the Albert Einstein College an eight-ounce can of prepared tomato sauce. old on Election Day 2016, and if elected, she’d of Medicine tested the urine of more than FOR FRYING: With paper towels, wipe beads of liquid from be the second-oldest president after Ronald 2,000 people for dichlorophenols, chemicals each eggplant slice before dipping into beaten egg. Then Reagan. Hillary has legions of admirers found in chlorine-treated tap water and in coat with bread crumbs and set aside in a platter. Heat and a huge fundraising machine. So the pesticides used on many fruits and veg- ¼ cup of oil in a skillet. Place slices in heated oil and fry question becomes whether she wants it or etables. They found that people with the until brown on both sides. Place slices on paper towels to not. Hillary is, at heart, a quietly optimistic highest levels of dichlorophenols in their absorb the oil. Then set aside on a clean platter. Because Methodist who believes that government bodies were 80 percent more likely to have eggplant slices absorb oil as they fry, additional oil may be can advance human progress.” As president, food allergies — most commonly to eggs, needed in the skillet. she would have unparalleled power to milk, peanuts, wheat, soy and shellfish — FOR BAKING: Coat bottom of baking dish with some promote her goals and her vision. How could than those with the lowest levels. Over the tomato sauce. Place one layer of eggplant slices over tomato she possible resist? So said Stephanie past 15 years, food-allergy rates have in- sauce. Spread additional sauce over the eggplant, and McCrummen in The Washington Post. creased nearly 20 percent in the U.S., more sprinkle mozzarella cheese over sauce. Sprinkle some Like we have repeatedly said, “Women are than 3 million children younger than 18 Romano or Parmesan cheese over the mozzarella (optional). better managers than men.” Go for it Hillary! have allergies with reactions that range Continue layering the eggplant in that manner. Then place She will be a great manager of our nation! from mild to deadly. “While the study does the baking dish into the preheated 350°F oven to bake for Remember, many of us are alive today not allow concluding that pesticides are re- 25 to 30 minutes. Check occasionally to see that the top because of our mothers who were good man- sponsible for the allergies, it certainly raises layer does not burn. Remove from oven when cheese has agers of our lives. They managed to keep the possibility,” Kenneth Spaeth, an expert melted. Can be served hot or cooled. Remaining Eggplant us healthy, well fed, educated us and they on environmental pollutants at North Shore Parmigiana must be refrigerated. were their when we had a boo boo. Enough University Hospital on Long island, NY, tells said. ABCNews.com. Researchers think that NOTE: Eggplant Parmigiana can be served on a dinner plate Women now make up a third of all the law- Americans’ increased exposure to together with linguine or spaghetti. This parmigiana became a yers and doctors in the U.S. In 1970, women dichlorophenols may be killing off healthy favorite lunch in our home when served to us between two represented only 9.7 percent of the nation’s bacteria in the gut that help the immune slices of Papa’s Italian sliced bread. doctors and less than 4.9 percent of its system function properly, causing it to at- lawyers. tack otherwise harmless proteins in food. A fathead! A beefy Brazilian inmate’s A wee bit of Italian American history. attempt to escape prison was foiled when Filippo Mazzei, a Tuscan physician, fought his stomach got stuck. A smaller convict had alongside Thomas Jefferson and Patrick just squeezed through a hole in the prison Henry during the American Revolution. LUCIA wall when a much larger inmate tried to Mazzei drew up a plan to capture the British follow him. He made it through halfway. in New York by cutting off their sea escape R I S T O R A N T E & B A R “The other prisoner tried to push him, but and convinced France to help the Ameri- Traditional Italian Cuisine he stayed stuck in the wall,” said Lt. Tiago can colonists financially and militarily in Costa, of the local fire brigade. “He started their struggle against British rule. He also screaming in pain and that was when the inspired the Jeffersonian phrase: “All men 415 Hanover Street, Boston prison guards were alerted.” Firefighters cut are created equal” when he wrote “All men 617.367.2353 the inmate loose and he was sent back to are by nature equally free and independent.” his cell. Mr. Peanut and the Planters Peanut Com- Citrulo! A suspected burglar called 911 to pany were created by Italian immigrants complain that the owner of the Texas home Amedeo Obici and Mario Peruzzi in 1887 in 11 Mount Vernon Street, Winchester he’d broken into was holding him at gun- Pennsylvania. By 1930, the partners had point. The suspect, Christopher Moore, four huge factories and raked in over $12 781.729.0515 placed the emergency call after he allegedly million annually. Obici was called “The Pea- burglarized the home and found the home- nut King.” And Mr. Coffee, the best-selling owner and his son pointing guns at him. coffee maker in the world, was invented by Private Function Rooms for any Occasion “I’m out in the country somewhere,” Moore Vince Marotta, who also invented the paper Christening • Bridal Shower • Baby Shower told the 911 operator. “Some guy’s got a gun coffee filter and developed a better way to • on me.” The homeowner’s wife told the 911 extract oil from coffee beans. Since 1972, Birthday Bereavement, Etc. operator, “You better come quick or my more than 50 million Mr. Coffees have been husband’s going to shoot him.” Police arrived sold. An estimated 10 billion Mr. Coffee paper Donato Frattaroli and saved Moore from being shot, but filters are sold annually. [email protected] www.luciaristorante.com charged him with burglary. Our distinguished musicologist Albert Amazing! More than 20 million Americans Natale with some interesting show business — 8.7 percent of all adults — now practice stuff. The producer of all but one of the first yoga, according to a new study by Yoga Jour- 17 James Bond movies was Albert R. “Cubby” 1st Generation nal. Including the cost of classes, clothes, Broccoli. Broccoli launched the 007 film se- equipment and other accessories, they ries in 1962 with “Dr. No.” His last film was Italian-American spend $10.3 billion a year on their practice. “Golden Eye” in 1995. His ancestors devel- The astute Lisa Cappuccio, says, “The ex- oped and named the popular vegetable broc- Vita Orlando Sinopoli th ercise that wears most people out is run- coli in Italy in the 19 century. A Chorus Line, Shares with us ning out of cash.” And Bella Culo of Chest- one of Broadway longest running shows, was nut Hill claims the best exercise today is choreographed by the late Michael Bennett a delightful recollection hunting for bargains. (born Michael DeFiglia), who received a Tony of her memories as a child Too much running backfires! Running too for his work. The late jazz pianist Dave far too fast, especially in middle age, may Brubeck began playing with local bands growing up in take years off your life instead of improving when he was only 13 years old. His biggest Boston’s “Little Italy” your health. A new review of research shows hit: “Take Five.” “You’re Sensational” was and a collection of that while regular runners lower their risk one of the final ballads written by composer of early death by nearly 20 percent compared Cole Porter. Frank Sinatra sang it to Grace Italian family recipes with non-runners, running more than 20 Kelly in the 1956 classic “High Society.” And from the homeland. miles a week can actually be harmful and actress/singer Julie Andrews was a radio lead to cardiac damage. Running too fast — star in the late 1940s to the ’50s on a pro- at a pace faster than eight minutes a mile gram called “Educating Archie,” in which Great as Gifts — also seems to stress the heart. “After age she starred with ventriloquist Peter Brough. FROM MY BAKERY PERCH available on AMAZON.COM 50, pushing too hard is probably not good for Wish to thank those of you who sent me and in local bookstores — ask for one’s heart or longevity,” James O’Keefe, a Christmas cards. And thanks to Giuseppina, Hard cover #1-4010-9805-3 ISBN sports cardiologist at Saint Luke’s Mid- cosce storte, for the Baccala. Soft Cover #1-4010-9804-5 ISBN America Heart Institute in Kansas City, MO, AMERICA IS A BEAUTIFUL ITALIAN NAME Page 10 POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 4, 2013

• Socially Scene (Continued from Page 9)

When I was a kid in East way bathroom and a small ing music as many nights Boston, the hectic lifestyle room at the end of the hall- as I could afford and began my family would lead during way near the staircase that taking courses toward a the Christmas season would brought us to the third floor. Master’s degree. One win- come to an abrupt end. Dad That room was occupied by ter’s night Dad couldn’t find and my uncles would return a single brother of the land- a parking space on our block. to just playing during the lord’s wife. When he moved It was snowing and by evenings of the midweek and out, wanting to try his luck the time he drove home definitely on weekends. Dad in California, Dad rented the from his job, it was late due A timeless classic has traveled to Cambridge in the stage would also be back to work room to be used as either a to slow moving traffic. He production of Pippin. days at his job in the Boston workshop or a music room. searched for an hour and (Photo courtesy of Pippin Productions) School Department, Uncle It would serve as both until finally found a spot on an- can Dance Theater, Yo-Yo the Saturday brunch is a Nick was back in his office Babbononno moved in with other street blocks away. He Ma, Jean-Pierre Rampal, culinary event you don’t want at the musicians union as us early in 1959. My room then trudged home in sev- Emmanuel Ax and Leontyne to miss. Lively, creative and the vice president and Uncle was a small one just off the eral inches of snow with a Price. exciting are the guaranteed Paul would rejoin the print- kitchen, but when Uncle bass violin under his arm, We here in the Hub can finds at Slate Bar and Grill. ing company he worked Gino and Aunt Ninna were swearing all the way in two time and again praise the Finally, a pulse in the heart for. Babbononno, long re- married after the war and languages. culture that rolls through of the Financial District. tired, would re-connect with were just starting out, they He told Mom at dinner that our city with pride. There are SMALL SLATES are their his pals at the storefront moved in with us. For almost next night that he wanted to many acts to come in the signature spin on the appe- societies in both the North a year, they took over my buy a house with a garage Celebrity Series yet the two tizer. You can’t fight the fan- End and East Boston. The bedroom and I had the couch. and a driveway somewhere I have featured are set for tastic taste of Lobster Dev- one exception to Babbo- When they finally found an outside the city. My mother both performances on Janu- iled Eggs: Dijon, mayo, nonno’s activities was the apartment, I had my bed- was so attached to East ary 12th at 8:00 pm. You can spices. A rare find of Butter- Christmas season of 1958. room back. When it was Boston, she didn’t want to catch the resurrection of tap nut Squash Arancini: brown Just before the holidays Babbononno’s turn, the tools move. When the scenario by Savion Glover in his SoLe butter squash puree, fried arrived that year, Nanna headed for the cellar and the was repeated, Dad told Mom Sanctuary tribute to tap at the sage, mozzarella cheese. passed away. spare room became the bed- that he was going to move Boston Opera House. At the Panko Fried Fish Sliders During WWII, my grand- room my grandfather would and he would pay for the New England Conservatory’s with tartar sauce. mother had a heart attack, sleep in. Eutaw Street apartment for Jordan Hall Paul Lewis, per- SUPER SLATES are their and after a long stay in the It was difficult at times as her and Babbononno. Mom form his stunning versions main entrees that aren’t hospital, recuperated to the I was in college and often knew he meant what he of Schubert’s Piano Sonata just your average dish. They point she resumed normal studied at the kitchen table. said and knew that her place No. 19 in C minor, D958, So- include; Seared Lake Trout but abbreviated activities. Dad would play almost every was with her husband. That nata No. 20 in A Major, D959 plated over wilted escarole, During the mid 1950s, she night leaving both Mom and spring, they bought a house and Sonata No. 21 in B-flat carrot pearls, sun choke and developed breast cancer and Babbononno at home. Mom in Belmont. We were famil- Major, D960. For more infor- blood orange. A unique after operations that seemed had a circle of lady friends iar with the town as Uncle mation on these perfor- Griddled Eggplant Steak successful, went through the in the neighborhood and a Gino and Aunt Ninna had mances, contact 617-482- paired with sofrito lentils, primitive recuperative steps couple of evenings a week, built a house there not long 2595 or call the box office for portabella mushroom, and that were necessary for sur- would tie up with them for after my aunt delivered a set tickets at 617-482-6661. walnut basil pesto. Bricked vival. She was often in pain tea and gossip. That left of twins to this world. With all these social Cornish Hen, delicata and succumbed to the dis- Babbononno with me and he Babbononno didn’t want to events to attend it is sure to squash timbal, heirloom ease after it spread to her developed a curiosity about leave East Boston either, but work up an appetite! I have bean ragout, Chinese black lungs late in 1958. Christ- the things I was studying, didn’t want to stay alone. He highlighted a restaurant in garlic glaze. Delicious melt mas-1958 was not a happy especially history which was gave in and on Easter week- a city with thousands that in your mouth Slow Braised time. one of his favorite subjects. end of 1961, we left East have a lot to offer. Whether Beef Short Ribs, accompa- During WWII, after her As a result, we had many Boston for Belmont. At first, you plan to grab a bite before nied by creamy polenta, heart attack, Babbononno conversations of the histori- I couldn’t sleep at night … it or cocktails after, it is sure golden raisins, braising sold the big house on Eutaw cal developments of the world, was too quiet: no sirens on to make an impact on the greens, pan jus. You can Street in East Boston as but I often met with a couple the streets, no planes land- night …. At Slate Bar and never go wrong with Steak it was too much for Nanna of East Boston friends that ing at Logan after flying di- Grill their fast, friendly bar Tips: marinated in their spe- to handle. They rented attended college with me. We rectly over the house … no staff, inviting atmosphere cial bistro sauce, shoestring an apartment on Princeton had an informal study group noise at all, just crickets and and inspired selection of fries, mixed greens. Street for a few years and that was on-going and I often birds to entertain us. We got cocktails will help you relax Slate Bar and Grill is later moved to Lexington had to leave Babbononno to love it, but Babbononno right into the evening. With located at 109 High Street Street, where they were alone at night. When this hated it. Back in East Bos- the revision in the lost art Boston with kitchen hours of living when Nanna passed happened, I felt sorry for ton, he could go to his clubs of bartending they slip it Monday - Thursday 7:00 am away. Babbononno was up him as he would sit in front and play cards several times right in to rekindle a cus- - 10:00 pm, Friday 7:00 am - there in years and the deci- of the TV which bored him, during the week. He could tomers’ spirits. Come for the 11:00 pm and Saturday sion was made for him to or he would re-read one of also head to Central Square drinks or come for the excep- 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm. There is move in with us. Backtrack- the Italian newspapers he where he could buy the tional dining. Open for also the possibility of a full ing again, when Babbononno loved, including this one. Italian newspapers he loved breakfast, lunch and dinner, house and the bar may be sold the house at 70 Eutaw, Parking at night became a along with the Di Nobili they serve American com- open later. You can call 857- Dad and Mom rented a third problem not long after WWII cigars he loved to smoke. fort food with a mouthwater- 263-7372 to find out more floor walk up at 74 Eutaw, two ended. With everyone on the Belmont Centre which was ing international flair. And accurate closing times. doors away. The house was street buying new cars, Dad a close distance from us and still is attached to num- had to hunt for a parking offered nothing Italian back ber 72 Eutaw. 74 was owned space when he came home then and Babbononno, as I NEW LOCATION by the parents of a woman after playing with his band said, hated it. Mom had grown up with and at night. Seeing he had to Finally, the decision was her husband was someone get up early the next morn- made after long conversa- Richard Settipane Dad had grown up with. They ing, he was often upset if tions with my uncles; Babbo- had the 3rd floor apartment he had to drive around the nonno was to head back to Insurance Agency available and we moved the neighborhood until he could East Boston. An apartment distance of two houses away park. By the time the ’60s was found near Maverick Since 1969 from where I was born. rolled around, things got Square and we moved him FOR ALL YOUR INSURANCE NEEDS The apartment consisted of worse. I had just started on there. My mother was off the four connected rooms, a hall- a teaching career, was play- wall one day when I returned AUTO • HOMEOWNERS • TENANTS home from work. 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EXTRA Innings

by Sal Giarratani

Lefty Grove was Traded times. He pitched the most his prime but I do remem- Series perfect game, he was all the extra batting practice for a New Fence complete games three times ber him as a great pitching the opposing pitcher on the he could take. The two of Did you know that when and was number one in shut- coach back in the early ’60s mound. He also had a perfect them worked hard together; Lefty Grove was a minor outs three times. He won when Dick Radatz worked game going until Mickey Lau moved him off the plate leaguer he was once traded the triple crown of pitching out of the bullpen and Mombo Mantle hit a big home run. and forced him to wait longer for the price of a new fence? twice, leading the league in and Earl Wilson were both at That year, the first year they on pitches. In the summer of 1920 a wins, strikeouts and ERA in the top of the rotation. Sal had a Cy Young Award; it Brett won three batting storm tore apart the out- both 1930 and 1931. By the was born in April 1917 in covered all 16 Major League titles, a Gold Glove and an field fence of a West Virginia way, in 1930 his salary of Niagara Falls, NY and bap- teams. Maglie finished sec- MVP honor. He finished with minor league team, the $31,000 was 2,425 percent tized as Salvatore Anthony ond in the voting that first 3,154 hits, the most ever by Martinsburg Mountaineers, more than an autoworker Maglie. He was one of the year and just ahead of Bos- any third baseman. He also and so this left-handed pros- over in Detroit. Overall, he best during the post-WWII ton/Milwaukee Braves great hit 300 career homers and pect was traded to the Balti- finished his career with 300 baseball era with a 108-43 Warren Spahn. finished with a .300 lifetime more Orioles in the Interna- wins and only 141 losses. record. In 1950 he had a .818 George Brett Started Off batting average. He retired tional League for $43,500 Lefty Grove was one of the winning percentage and in Slow but it was Full after the 1993 season and the price of a good new fence. greatest pitchers ever to 1951 went 23-6. Overall in Speed Ahead for Him his number was retired the Hall of Famer Lefty Grove stand on a Major League his career he was 119-62. Midway through the 1974 following season. He was years later once said, “I was mound. In one three-year In Don Larsen’s 1956 World season, George Brett was elected to the Hall of Fame the only player ever traded period for the A’s (1929-31) floundering with the Kansas in 1999 and in his Coopers- for a fence.” In 1931 he won he was 79-15. A sports writer LEGAL NOTICE City Royals going nowhere town speech he singled out 16 games in a row and lost once said of his fastball, he and getting there fast and Charley Lau, who passed Commonwealth of Massachusetts number 17 losing 1-0 on an “could throw a lamb chop past The Trial Court his 13 All-Star games and away in 1984, by saying, error by Handsome Jimmy a wolf.” He retired after the Probate and Family Court entry into the Hall of Fame “Charley, thank you so Moore. 1941 season and was elected Middlesex Division more than light years away. much for molding me as a 208 Cambridge Street He played 17 seasons with to the Hall of Fame in 1947. East Cambridge, MA 02141 He may have been brought ballplayer and making today the Philadelphia Athletics How About that Great (617) 768-5800 up on the Pacific Coast but possible.” One teammate and the Boston Red Sox. He Pitcher Sal Maglie Docket No. 12P5410EA he was hitting ice cold. Then once said of him, “He played led the American League in I am not old enough to Estate of Royals hitting coach Charley every game like it was the ERA nine times. He led the remember Sal Maglie on the MARGO SWEET Lau took notice of him. Brett seventh game of the World Date of Death September 8, 2012 league in strikeouts seven mound. I was born during said he was 21 years old at Series.” INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE the time “and hitting .200 in George Brett was once and the major leagues. I needed forever a Kansas City Royal LEGAL NOTICE To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner to change something, so I and he was the greatest MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY Seth Sweet of Westwood, MA. A Will has gave him my heart and player who has ever played NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS been admitted to informal probate. Sealed General Bids for MPA Contract No. L1229-C1, FY13-15 TERRAZZO REPAIRS TERM Seth Sweet of Westwood, MA has soul.” Because of Lau, Brett for that team. He will always CONTRACT, LOGAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, EAST BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, been informally appointed as the Personal changed his swing and took be the face of the franchise. will be received by the Massachusetts Port Authority at the Capital Programs Department Offi ce, Representative of the estate to serve without Suite 209S - Logan Offi ce Center, One Harborside Drive, East Boston, Massachusetts 02128-2909, until surety on the bond. The estate is being administered under 11:00 A.M. local time on WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2013 immediately after which, in a designated room, the bids will be opened and read publicly. informal procedure by the Personal Represen- LEGAL NOTICE tative under the Massachusetts Uniform Pro- Sealed fi led sub-bids for the same contract will be received at the same offi ce until 11:00 A.M. local bate Code without supervision by the Court. MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY time on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2013, immediately after which, in a designated room, the fi led Inventory and accounts are not required to be NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS sub-bids will be opened and read publicly. filed with the Court, but interested parties are Sealed General Bids for MPA Project No. L1230-C2, LOGAN AIRPORT GREENWAY CONNEC- NOTE: PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD AT THE CAPITAL PROGRAMS entitled to notice regarding the administration TOR, EAST BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, will be received by the Massachusetts Port Author- DEPARTMENT AT THE LOGAN OFFICE CENTER, ONE HARBORSIDE DRIVE, from the Personal Representative and can ity at the Capital Programs Department Offi ce, Suite 209S, Logan Offi ce Center, One Harborside LOGAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, EAST BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02128- petition the Court in any matter relating to the Drive, East Boston, Massachusetts 02128-2909, until 11:00 A.M. local time on WEDNESDAY, 2909 AT 10:00 AM LOCAL TIME ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2013. estate, including distribution of assets and JANUARY 30, 2013 immediately after which, in a designated room, the bids will be opened and read The work includes THE REPAIR OF THE EXISTING TERRAZZO FLOORING WHERE MINOR expenses of administration. Interested parties publicly. FAILURES HAVE OCCURRED AND THE REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING TERRAZZO FLOORING are entitled to petition the Court to institute NOTE: PRE BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD AT THE CAPITAL PROGRAMS DEPARTMENT, WHERE MORE SIGNIFICANT FAILURE HAS OCCURRED AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS formal proceedings and to obtain orders SUITE 209S, LOGAN OFFICE CENTER, ONE HARBORSIDE DRIVE, EAST BOSTON, THROUGHOUT LOGAN AIRPORT. WORK SHALL ALSO INCLUDE THE REMOVAL OF terminating or restricting the powers of Per- MASSACHUSETTS 02128-2909 AT 2:00 LOCAL TIME ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, EXISTING TERRAZZO WHERE INDICATED AND THE PREPARATION OF THE SURFACE TO sonal Representatives appointed under infor- RECEIVE NEW TERRAZZO. THE SCOPE OF WORK WILL ALSO INCLUDE THE REMOVAL AND mal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, 2013. REPLACEMENT OF EXPANSION JOINTS AT SELECT LOCATIONS. THE DURATION OF THIS if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner. The work includes FURNISHING ALL LABOR, MATERIALS, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NECES- CONTRACT SHALL BE TWO YEARS FROM THE DATE OF THE NOTICE TO PROCEED (NTP). Run date: 1/4/13 SARY TO COMPLETE THE WORK OF THIS CONTRACT. IN GENERAL, THE WORK OF THIS Bid documents will be made available beginning FRIDAY, JANUARY 4, 2013. CONTRACT INCLUDES THE CONSTRUCTION OF A PAVED AND LANDSCAPED MULTI-USE PATH. SPECIFICALLY, THE WORK INCLUDES THE DEMOLITION OF A PEDESTRIAN OVER- In order to be eligible and responsible to bid on this contract General Bidders must submit with their LEGAL NOTICE PASS BRIDGE AND CSO BUILDING, CONSTRUCTION OF FULL-DEPTH BITUMINOUS CON- bid a current Certifi cate of Eligibility issued by the Division of Capital Asset Management and an CRETE AND SCORED CONCRETE PAVEMENTS, FULL DEPTH PAVEMENT BOX WIDENING Update Statement. The General Bidder must be certifi ed in the category of GENERAL BUILDING Commonwealth of Massachusetts OF LOVELL STREET, AND CONSTRUCTION OF RETAINING WALLS, GRANITE CURB, GUARD CONSTRUCTION. The estimated contract cost is ONE MILLION THREE HUNDRED THOUSAND RAIL, FENCE, CEMENT CONCRETE SIDEWALKS AND WHEELCHAIR RAMPS, UNDERGROUND DOLLARS ($1,300,000.00). The Trial Court Suffolk Probate and Family Court WATER SYSTEMS, ELECTRIC AND COMMUNICATION DUCTBANKS, STORM DRAINAGE SYS- In order to be eligible and responsible to bid on this contract, fi led Sub-bidders must submit with their TEMS, SITE LIGHTING, CONDUITS, IRRIGATION, TRAFFIC AND GROUND MOUNTED GUIDE bid a current Sub-bidder Certifi cate of Eligibility issued by the Division of Capital Asset Management 24 New Chardon Street PO Box 9667 SIGNS AND SUPPORTS, PAVEMENT MARKINGS, SITE FURNITURE AND ALL OTHER APPUR- and a Sub-bidder Update Statement. The fi led Sub-bidder must be certifi ed in the sub-bid category of TENANT WORK. work for which the Sub-bidder is submitting a bid proposal. Boston, MA 02114 (617) 788-8300 Bid documents will be made available beginning WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2013. Bid Documents in electronic format may be obtained free of charge at the Authority’s Capital Docket No. SU12P2218EA The estimated contract cost is $5,000,000. Programs Department Offi ce, together with any addenda or amendments, which the Authority may issue and a printed copy of the Proposal form. Estate of Bid Documents in electronic format may be obtained free of charge at the Authority’s Capital Pro- DONNA L. ROTONDO grams Department Offi ce, together with any addenda or amendments, which the Authority may issue Bidding procedures and award of the contract and sub-contracts shall be in accordance with Date of Death May 18, 2012 and a printed copy of the Proposal form. the provisions of Sections 44A through 44H inclusive, Chapter 149 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. CITATION ON GENERAL A proposal guaranty shall be submitted with each General Bid consisting of a bid deposit for fi ve (5) PROBATE PETITION percent of the value of the bid; when sub bids are required, each must be accompanied by a deposit A proposal guaranty shall be submitted with each General Bid consisting of a bid deposit for fi ve (5) equal to fi ve (5) percent of the sub bid amount, in the form of a bid bond, or cash, or a certifi ed check, percent of the value of the bid; when sub-bids are required, each must be accompanied by a deposit To all interested persons: or a treasurer’s or a cashier’s check issued by a responsible bank or trust company, payable to the equal to fi ve (5) percent of the sub-bid amount, in the form of a bid bond, or cash, or a certifi ed check, A Petition has been filed by Lauren A. Massachusetts Port Authority in the name of which the Contract for the work is to be executed. The or a treasurer’s or a cashier’s check issued by a responsible bank or trust company, payable to the Rotondo of Melrose, MA, requesting Order bid deposit shall be (a) in a form satisfactory to the Authority, (b) with a surety company qualifi ed to do Massachusetts Port Authority in the name of which the Contract for the work is to be executed. The Charmaine M. Frechette to either file with this business in the Commonwealth and satisfactory to the Authority, and (c) conditioned upon the faithful bid deposit shall be (a) in a form satisfactory to the Authority, (b) with a surety company qualifi ed to do Court the Last Will and Testament of Donna performance by the principal of the agreements contained in the bid. business in the Commonwealth and satisfactory to the Authority, and (c) conditioned upon the faithful L. Rotondo, or appear and explain why such performance by the principal of the agreements contained in the bid. Will cannot be presented; or, if said Charmaine The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and materials payment bond, each in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract price. The surety shall be a surety The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and materials M. Frechette fails to either appear or file said company or securities satisfactory to the Authority. Attention is called to the minimum rate of wages payment bond, each in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract price. The surety shall be a surety Will, then to allow Petitioner’s aforementioned to be paid on the work as determined under the provisions of Chapter 149, Massachusetts General company or securities satisfactory to the Authority. Attention is called to the minimum rate of wages Petition to become appointed Personal Rep- Laws, Section 26 to 27G, inclusive, as amended. The Contractor will be required to pay minimum to be paid on the work as determined under the provisions of Chapter 149, Massachusetts General resentative of the Estate of Donna L. Rotondo, wages in accordance with the schedules listed in Division II, Special Provisions of the Specifi cations, Laws, Section 26 to 27G, inclusive, as amended. The Contractor will be required to pay minimum said Petition filed with this Court on or about which wage rates have been predetermined by the U. S. Secretary of Labor and /or the Commissioner wages in accordance with the schedules listed in Division II, Special Provisions of the Specifi cations, November 14, 2012. of Labor and Industries of Massachusetts, whichever is greater. which wage rates have been predetermined by the U. S. Secretary of Labor and /or the Commissioner You have the right to obtain a copy of the of Labor and Industries of Massachusetts, whichever is greater. Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You The successful Bidder will be required to purchase and maintain Commercial General Liability Insur- have a right to object to this proceeding. To do ance for Bodily Injury and Property Damage for a combined single limit of $1,000,000. The successful The successful Bidder will be required to purchase and maintain Bodily Injury Liability Insurance so, you or your attorney must file a written Bidder will also be required to purchase and maintain Railroad Protective Liability Insurance for Bodily and Property Damage Liability Insurance for a combined single limit of ONE MILLION DOLLARS appearance and objection at this Court before Injury and Property Damage for a combined single limit of $2,000,000. Said policies shall be on an ($1,000,000.00). Said policy shall be on an occurrence basis and the Authority shall be included as 10:00 a.m. on January 17, 2013. This is NOT occurrence basis and the Massachusetts Port Authority and the Massachusetts Bay Transportation an Additional Insured. See the insurance sections of Division I, General Requirements and Division a hearing date, but a deadline by which you Authority shall both be included as an Additional Insured. See the insurance sections of Division I, II, Special Provisions for complete details. must file a written appearance and objection if General Requirements and Division II, Special Provisions for complete details. Filed sub-bids will be required and taken on the following classes of work: you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a This contract is subject to a Minority/Women Owned Business Enterprise participation provision re- timely written appearance and objection fol- TERRAZZO quiring that not less than TEN PERCENT (10%) of the Contract be performed by minority and women lowed by an Affidavit of Objections within thirty The Authority reserves the right to reject any sub-bid of any sub-trade where permitted by Section owned business enterprise contractors. With respect to this provision, bidders are urged to familiarize (30) days of the return date, action may be 44E of the above-referenced General Laws. The right is also reserved to waive any informality in or themselves thoroughly with the Bidding Documents. Strict compliance with the pertinent procedures taken without further notice to you. to reject any or all proposals and General Bids. will be required for a bidder to be deemed responsive and eligible. WITNESS, Hon. Joan P. Armstrong, This Contract is also subject to Affi rmative Action requirements of the Massachusetts Port Authority First Justice of this Court. This Contract is also subject to Affi rmative Action requirements of the Massachusetts Port Authority contained in the Non-Discrimination and Affi rmative Action article of Division I, General Requirements Date: December 14, 2012 contained in Article 84 of the General Requirements and Covenants, and to the Secretary of Labor’s and Covenants, and to the Secretary of Labor’s Requirement for Affi rmative Action to Ensure Equal Requirement for Affi rmative Action to Ensure Equal Opportunity and the Standard Federal Equal Op- Sandra Giovannucci, Register of Probate Opportunity and the Standard Federal Equal Opportunity Construction Contract Specifi cations portunity Construction Contract Specifi cations (Executive Order 11246). (Executive Order 11246). Run date: 1/4/13 The General Contractor is required to submit a Certifi cation of Non Segregated Facilities prior to The General Contractor is required to submit a Certifi cation of Non-Segregated Facilities prior award of the Contract, and to notify prospective subcontractors of the requirement for such certifi ca- to award of the Contract, and to notify prospective subcontractors of the requirement for such tion where the subcontract exceeds $10,000. certifi cation where the subcontract exceeds $10,000. Small Ads Complete information and authorization to view the site may be obtained from the Capital Programs Complete information and authorization to view the site may be obtained from the Capital Programs Department Offi ce at the Massachusetts Port Authority. The right is reserved to waive any informality Department Offi ce at the Massachusetts Port Authority. The right is reserved to waive any informality in or reject any or all proposals. in or reject any or all proposals. Get Big Results MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY THOMAS P. GLYNN For more information, THOMAS P. GLYNN CEO AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CEO AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR call 617-227-8929. Run date: 01/04/13 Run date: 01/04/13 Page 12 BOSTON POST-GAZETTE, JANUARY 4, 2013

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CORNER TALK by Reinaldo Oliveira, Jr. by Richard Preiss “Night at the Fights!” TD Garden January 26, 2013 Happy New Year “2013!” We Made It? “Pow!” REMEMBERING — Veteran eraging 15.2 points and 8.5 Boston Globe sportswriter Will rebounds. He was selected by “Some Fight Family Members & Events!” McDonough who died 10 years the Celtics in the first round Heavyweights “Now & Then!” What Do You Think? ago this week (January 9, (third overall) in the 1980 2003). Although officially re- NBA draft and went on to earn “Is it the Same???” tired, Will was still active at NBA All-Rookie honors in his TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston. A win battles!” Facing up to adversity. the time of his death and had first season in the league. “Night at the Fights!” where Danny Prevailing over obstacles through action. written his regular Sunday He was also voted the NBA’s O’Connor, 19-1, 7 KO’s, of Framingham is We rely too much in our society on individu- column for the Globe just days Sixth Man of the Year twice coming off of a Kayo Win. In this fight, he als who have perfected the ugly face in before he passed on. (1984 and 1985) and was fights Derek Silveira of Salem, who recently speeches. Bluffing that they are mad and Will, perhaps the most in- named to the All-NBA First retained his New England Welterweight that they’re going to use their anger to get fluential sportswriter in New Team in 1987. He was cho- Title by Kayo on November 10th. Both of these done what needs to be done. Watch real fight- England, knew everyone. His sen for the NBA All-Defensive fighters, coming off Kayo wins, should give ers. Watch the great fighters fight. They calling hours were actually First Team three times you plenty of action as they usually do. know what they are doing. Looks or talk held at the TD Garden (then (1986, 1987 and 1988 and to Framingham Fighter Danny O’Connor is a does not win fights. Real fighters in the called the Fleet Center) to ac- the Second Defensive Team two time National Amateur Champion. He’s ring, individuals in uniform who have worn commodate the large number three times (1983, 1989 and 18th in the IBF and 22nd by the WBC. Also on or wear a uniform, understand what facing of mourners. We remember 1990). this fight card is undefeated Ryan adversity is all about. As Lt. Bob McCarthy that day as a very cold one and McHale will also be forever Kielczewski of Quincy, another action says, “Do the right thing!” I say that action thought it was a good decision linked with another Kevin. packed tough fighter. Portland-trained and non action brings a realization to to hold the calling hours in That would be Kevin Garnett Russell Lamour is also on this Night at the your opponent of your ability or lack of abil- such a large setting, since a who played for the Minnesota Fights show. Five (5) Amateur fights will ity. This equates to a “victory and or normal size funeral home Timberwolves when McHale also entertain you this night on this star defeat!” for “ALL!” Tough talk by phonies could not have accommo- served in the front office studded fight card. Call now for tickets. causes more problems than it resolves. dated such a large number of there, first as assistant gen- An autograph session with stars of boxing “Would the person who talks tough stand people indoors. eral manager and then as will also be presented. Irish Micky Ward, up as they are if they had no one else Will’s legacy lives on vice president of basketball Vinny Pazienza, Marlon Starlings, John there to protect them and enforce their through his several children operations. Quietman Ruiz … See you there. request?” Great leaders and fighters make — the best known is sports- It was McHale who drafted Here we are in the year 2013. Many a difference. caster Sean McDonough, the Garnett directly out of high thought that this would spell or add up to Others who make and have made the former Red Sox broadcaster school in 1995. During KG’s the destruction of US! and the world. Maybe fight family great. Making a difference. The who now works a number of 12 years with Minnesota the it has? Many world ideologies have been Fight Crowd; Bobby Asack, Lou Bogash, events for ESPN. Wolves failed to win a cham- destroyed. I proudly belong to the Ring 4 Paul Barry, Jackson Brown, Calvin T. pionship. McHale then traded Boxing family. We have many champions Brown, Jimmy Burchfield, Francis X. HOUSTON COMES TO THE Garnett to the Celtics in the in our great historic organization. This is Bellotti, Boston Boxing and Fitness HUB — When the Houston summer of 2007 and the C’s an organization, with many amateur and Allston, Ralph Boyn, Walter Byars, Jerry Rockets come to the Garden went on to win the 2008 NBA professional champions. (A.A.U., Golden Colton, George Colton, Jaime Clampitt, on January 11th Boston fans Championship. Glove, Diamond Belt, State, New England, Angie Carlino, Vinnie Curto, Al Couture, will have the once-a-year McHale and Garnett’s most North American, U.S., Marine, Military, CES, Jared Charney, Mark DeLuca Sr. and opportunity to see one of their recent reunion came in World Champions and all.) I could go on and Jr., Paul Doyle, Bobby Duquette, Joe and idols once again. That would December when the Celtics on and on and on with the champions we Barbara DeNucci, Johnny M. Dunn, Bernie be Kevin McHale, who played visited Houston back on De- have in our great organization “Ring 4”! I Doherty, Dick Eklund, Dan Fitzgerald, 13 seasons with the Green cember 14th, losing to the am proud to say that as an amateur fighter Peter Fuller, Francesco Kid Fratalia, The as a member of the original Rockets 101-89. The scene I proudly won “4” Golden Glove titles. !970 Factory Leominster, Bobby Gould, Kevin Big Three (Bird, Parish and now etched in memory took & 1971 as a welterweight and 1972 & 1973 Green, Rick Glaser, Pat Henry, Billy McHale). place as the game ended as as a light-heavyweight. In both 1972 and Hunter, Joe Houston, Joey Innis, Jimmy Returning now as the head KG hugged his former boss Bob Stewart Jaynes, George Kreger, Peter Koutoujian, 1973 I lost decisions to of New coach of the Rockets, it’s easy and mentor, consoling the York. Bob Stewart is a national Golden Glove Sam Langford, Louie Lanci, Al Lacy, for Celtics fans to put their still grieving McHale over the champion, who defeated future world heavy- Joanne Livermento, Jose Medina, Brian minds on rewind and relive recent passing of his young weight champion Michael Dokes to win the McNeeley, George Maddox, Frank Tiger the memories. adult daughter, Sasha. National Golden Glove title. Bob Stewart is Moore, Steve Memishian, Brian Kevin played 13 seasons for also one of the great trainers who trained McDonough, Paul Mitrano, Mike Mina the Celtics and was a seven- LOOKING AT LIN — Last and honed the skills of Iron Mike Tyson in Menasian, Johnnie Nee, Joe O’Neill, Mike time NBA All-Star (1984, year there was “Linsanity” at becoming one of the most feared heavy- O’ Han. The Post Gazette, Bill Pender, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990 Madison Square Garden as weight world champions in professional box- Roger Pit Perron, Pat Petronelli, Tinker and 1991). In the process he former Harvard standout Jer- ing history. World rated fighter Jimmy Picot, Joe Possidento, Todd Peters, Jim helped lead the Celtics to emy Lin took the NBA by Farrell also trained out of this same fight Prokop, Bobby Quinn, Barbara Roach, three NBA Championships storm while playing for the camp in New York. Many world ideologies Tommy Rawson, Charlie Punchlines Ross, (1981, 1984 and 1986). New York Knicks. What a dif- have been destroyed. Maybe a New World John Refuse, Kevin Rooney, Donny The 6-10 forward averaged ference a few months made has been born. In this period of time we Sennett, Jackie Smith, Sam Silverman, 17.0 points and 7.3 rebounds as Lin was signed by the have looked up to too many methods of pre- Bill Spadafora, Somerville Boxing Club a contest in 971 regular sea- Rockets this past summer dicting our future. The numbers 6 / 6 / 6. Somerville, Mike Silva, Rory Shaugh- son games over the course of and thus will make his only The date 12/12/12, which is really 6+6 / nessy, Snap Tartaglia, Chris Traietti, his career. Those averages Boston Garden appearance of 6+6 / 6+6 equaling 36. Now to the number Ben Venuti, Rip Valenti, Peter Welch and th 13. of the year 2013. I’m starting to scare Tony Zullo. You have all made a difference. increased to 18.8 points and the season on January 11 . myself. Maybe the old world has been de- Thank you for all you’ve done. We have grown 7.4 rebounds per game in the In a recent interview with stroyed and a new world born? Maybe that in many aspects as a country and world 169 playoff contests. ESPN The Magazine, Lin re- is what the meaning of the destruction of champions. Those numbers were good vealed that he scored a per- the world. The destruction of world ideolo- 2012 Fight news and boxing rank- enough to get him selected as fect 800 on the advanced gies that have held US back. I see this as ings December 26, 2012 Heavyweights: one of the NBA’s Top-50 Play- math SAT II subject test as a evolution! Evolving into a new state of re- Name in Champions position and with ers for the league’s first half high school freshman, that alization. The United States and the world, #1, in front of name Vladimir Klitschko, century — quite an achieve- he doesn’t have any tattoos is better in some manners. In others I see #2. Vitali Klitschko, #3. Robert Helenius, ment considering the large and that he did not know ex- US regressing and falling behind. Maybe we #4. Alexander Povetkin, #5. Tomasz number of players who have actly where Times Square should look and pay attention to the “good Adamek, #6. David Haye USA, #7. Derick performed in the NBA over was in New York City during old world of boxing”? Fighters earned their Chisora, #8. Odlaniar Solis, #9. Chris the decades — especially as most of his months with the way “to the top”! Face to face, opponent to Arreola, #10. Seth Mitchell, #11. Ruslan expansion took hold. Knicks. Lin also said he opponent. Many great fighters have pre- Chagaev. McHale played college ball turned down an offer from an vailed in history to become world champi- The Ring October 1985 Heavyweights: in his native state at the Uni- unnamed PAC-10 university ons. John L. Sullivan, Jack Johnson, Jim World Champion Larry Holmes USA. versity of Minnesota — where when coaches there got his Jeffries, Jack Dempsey, Max Schmeling, #1.Pinklin Thomas USA, #2. Tim Wither- he stayed all four years, av- name wrong. Jack Sharkey, Primo Carnera, Jim spoon USA, #3. Tony Tubbs USA, #4. Greg Braddock, Joe Louis, Rocky Marciano, Page USA, #5. Gerrie Coetzee South Africa, Sonny Liston, Muhammad Ali, George #6. Trevor Berbick USA, #7. Mike Weaver Fully Insured Foreman, John Ruiz, Lou Brouillard, Paul USA, #8. Carl Williams USA, #9. Michael Lic #017936 Pender, Marvelous Marvin Hagler, Honey Dokes USA, #10. David Bey. Mellody, Mike Twin Sullivan, Tony 1972 USA Boxing Illustrated March 1972 DeMarco, Sal Bartolo, Irish Micky Ward, Heavyweights: World Champion Joe Frazier Sandy Saddler, Harold Gomes and Jimmy USA, #1. Muhammad Ali USA, #2. Jerry Walsh. These great fighters all earned their Quarry USA, #3. George Foreman USA, #4. Heating & Air Conditioning titles through talent and courage. They stood Jimmy Ellis USA, #5. George Chuvalo, #6. Sales, Service & Installation up to adversity, face to face. Defeating oppo- Oscar Bonavena Argentina, #7. Al Lewis sition and becoming world champions. A USA, #8. Floyd Patterson USA, #9. Jose Ken Shallow great lesson all fighters learn? “Talk does Luis Garcia, Venezuela, #10. Greg Peralta 617.593.6211 [email protected] not win battles!” “Action and preparation Argentina.