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USPS 680020 Published Every Thursday OUR 110th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 21-110 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. Thursday, January 27, 2000 Since 1890 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS First Major Snow Storm of Year Brings DPW Out in Full Force

By DEBORAH MADISON plowing efforts were expected to be he explained, but had to “play it by AND KIM KINTER Specially Written for The Westfield Leader completed by 5 p.m. that day, includ- ear” because of the uncertain weather ing salting of the roads. pattern of this storm. The first major snow storm of 2000 “The roads must be clear to salt, so Tuesday was also recycling day for dumped about seven inches of snow on we plow first, then salt,” Mr. DiNizo the north side of Scotch Plains. Westfield and neighboring towns on stated. The DPW was on call all day, Recycling trucks attempted to col- Tuesday, closing schools and forcing lect where they could get through, many businesses to shut for the day. according to Mr. DiNizo. Those ar- The snow began about 5 a.m., The Snow Count: eas where collections couldn’t take catching some by surprise because place Tuesday were scheduled for some weather reports predicted the pickups yesterday, he added. precipitation would miss the Union The Department of Envi- ronmental Sciences in New In Fanwood, the Department of County area. Although the snow sub- Public Works had all seven of its sided by about noon, fine precipita- Brunswick reported vehicles salting and plowing the main tion — a mix of rain, freezing rain Wednesday morning that roads by 5:30 a.m., according to Pub- and sleet — continued throughout the snow fall in New lic Works Director Raymond Manfra. the afternoon. By early evening, snow A variety of dump trucks, pickups began again and continued off and Brunswick measured 6.8 inches compared to the 5.7 and two larger vehicles, a packer and on throughout the night. a loader, had all of the roads cleared Meteorologist Keith Arnesen of inches calculated at this Ingrid McKinley for The Westfield Leader by noon, Mr. Manfra said. CAUGHT SLEIGHING!…Westfield resident Barbara Frantz waits at the top of the hill at Echo Lake Park in Rutgers University said that 6.8 time last year. Last year’s “The correct method is to salt first, Mountainside while watching her children and neighbors ride down on their sleds. The first snow of the season brought inches of snow fell in New Brunswick. total snow fall count was from the bottom up, then plow,” Mr. out many sleigh riders to the park. Unfortunately, the party was disbanded when a Union County patrolman arrived and By comparison, a total of 5.7 inches Manfra stated. “After salting, we clear cleared the hill of the illegal sleigh riders. (Please see story on page 2.) had fallen for the season by the same 14.4 inches. day a year ago. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Yesterday, most businesses re- opened and students from area schools Townwide Meeting to Address returned to their classrooms, although there were some delayed openings. In Westfield, the town-owned fleet of 20 trucks that can be outfitted with Pupils’ Needs; Survey’s Outcome plows began work at about 6 a.m. to clear the main arteries. By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Westfield Town Engineer and Di- Last April, when the lights and rector of Public Works (DPW) Ken- cameras from MSNBC arrived at neth B. Marsh said the town has a Westfield High School with Jane policy that when more than three Pauley and Tom Brokaw to tape “Les- inches of snow has fallen, contrac- sons of Littleton” following the kill- tors are called to assist. The 13 con- ings at Columbine High School in tractors the town uses, some of whom Colorado, students, faculty and resi- operate backhoe equipment for snow dents thought they would have a removal, began work at about 9:30 chance to address their concerns about a.m. Tuesday to help with the work. the needs and attitudes of students, In addition to the 20 town trucks, and perhaps an opportunity to deter Westfield owns a small tractor and such a tragedy in Westfield. four front-end loaders that are par- But in the end, Westfielders felt ticularly helpful in cul-de-sacs. cheated, silenced and ignored. Those were being used to clear “We were just a site. They wanted snow Tuesday. a backdrop. I had no illusions that Mr. Marsh said the town was try- MSNBC cared about Westfield. We ing to keep ahead of the snow, but felt we needed to do something more,” was bracing for another weather pat- Superintendent of Schools Dr. Will- tern heading up the East Coast from iam J. Foley told The Westfield Leader the south. and The Times. Westfield first clears the main ar- Ingrid McKinley for The Westfield Leader teries that are the most heavily trav- On Wednesday, February 2, THE RESULTS ARE IN…Westfield Superintendent of Schools Dr. William J. Westfield will let its voice be heard at Foley met with members of the press on Monday afternoon to discuss the results eled and have vehicles traveling at a townwide meeting, “Listening to of a survey on attitudes, activities and needs which was distributed to eighth- and the greatest speeds. In Westfield, those Our Youth,” which will kick off at eleventh-grade students. Dr. Foley also outlined the schedule for the upcoming include Rahway, Highland, Wood- 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of Town Meeting, “Listening to Our Youth,” which will be held on Wednesday, land, Dudley and Lawrence Avenues, February 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of Westfield High School. The public Boulevard, Prospect and Chestnut Westfield High School. is invited to attend. The forum will begin with a 25- Streets and Gallows Hill Road, among others. minute introduction by Dr. Foley on dent Assistance Counselor for the The public will have approximately the results of a student survey issued In neighboring Scotch Plains, all intermediate schools, Marie Koch, 30 minutes to approach a micro- 12 township vehicles from the Scotch in November. Milton Faith of Youth and Family phone with concerns, comments and A 45-minute panel discussion with Plains Department of Public Works Counseling; the Reverend David F. opinions. were out in full force by 7 a.m., school administrators, community Harwood of the First United Method- Perhaps the most important focus youth counselors, ministerium, stu- clearing the main arteries. By 11 ist Church in Westfield; Stanley of the evening will be the results of a a.m., an additional seven private con- dents and parents will follow. Slated Koslowsky, Executive Director of the student survey distributed to 8th and Ingrid McKinley for The Westfield Leader to speak are Westfield High School tractors joined the DPW to clear the FAMILY SKATE…Three-and-a-half-year-old Jeffrey McMahon of Westfield Y; as well as high school 11th graders to evaluate their needs, smaller roads and public parking lots. Principal, Dr. Robert G. Petix; Stu- and intermediate school pupils. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Mountainside was not quite so sure of his skating abilities as he took to the ice The Director of Public Works in this past weekend in Mountainside. The tennis court located behind the Munici- Scotch Plains, Walter DiNizo, said pal Building in Mountainside provided the perfect skating rink for area Ted’s Smoke Shop Closes Doors; Tuesday afternoon that all of the residents. Family Escapes Injury Following In Downtown Westfield 35 Years By FRED ROSSI But after being ensconced since “I hate to give it up,” he said. “It’s Blaze in Harrison Avenue Home Specially Written for The Westfield Leader November 1964 at 108 Elm Street, been a wonderful 35 years.” As more new businesses and na- owner Ted Crincoli has decided to An Elizabeth native, Mr. Crincoli By SUZETTE F. STALKER first-floor of their home shortly be- home by the time firefighters ar- tional retailers move into Westfield’s close his news and tobacco shop. moved his family to Westfield when Specially Written for The Westfield Leader fore 7 p.m. when they received a rived. downtown business district, several Standing outside his store last he opened his store, which is nestled A couple and their toddler escaped telephone call from a neighbor say- Thirty-two firefighters battled the comforting constants have remained. week, Mr. Crincoli, 72, told The between Custom Tailor on one side injury Sunday evening after a blaze ing that smoke was visible from the blaze, which was brought under con- One of them has been Elm Street’s Westfield Leader that various recent and a narrow alley and Martin Rich- erupted in their three-story home on third floor of their home. trol by 8 p.m. and completely extin- narrow, little Ted’s Smoke Shop with illnesses forced his decision to retire ard Salon on the other. Harrison Avenue as the family was Deputy Chief John Castellano of guished forty minutes later, accord- the simple green outside awning. at the start of the new year. Early in 1972, he sold the business sitting beside the fireplace in their the Westfield Fire Department con- ing to Deputy Chief Castellano. No and relocated to Florida, but after the living room. The cause of the inci- firmed to The Leader on Tuesday firefighters were injured and there store’s buyer was unable to make the dent was still under investigation that three local units responded to was no damage to surrounding payments, Mr. Crincoli returned to this week. the scene after the neighbor who had homes. “The guys did a great job,” he reclaim his store in 1980. Joseph and Nanette Loftus and their contacted the homeowners called 9- remarked of the firefighting effort. Anyone stopping in at Ted’s could 2½-year-old daughter were on the 1-1. He said the family had fled the He said fire officials expected to appreciate the unique nature of the review photographs this week which shoe box-shaped store, with the nu- were taken at the home in an attempt merous magazines and newspapers to pinpoint the cause of the blaze. along the right wall that satisfied the Deputy Chief Castellano said it interests of everyone from bankers appeared the fire may have started in and business people to celebrity the section of the roof near the fire- watchers and the style-conscious. place chimney, although it was un- Besides the national bookstore known at press time whether the chains in the area, there was no other fireplace had actually played any role place around that carried the latest in the incident. issues of The Financial Times, Busi- He revealed that firefighters had to ness Week, the National Enquirer, cut holes in the roof of the home to GQ and TV Guide. reach the blaze. The third floor of the Although he also sold cigarettes home sustained the most extensive and cigars, the anti-smoking trend in smoke and fire damage, while a sec- recent years meant that most of Mr. ond-floor bedroom also had some Crincoli’s sales volume came from sales of periodicals — “the right CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader hand side of the store” — as he put it. CLOSING ITS DOORS…Ted’s Smoke Shop, which is situated at 108 Elm Street But he claimed he was known for Tax Collector’s Office in downtown Westfield, will close its doors after 35 years in business. Owner Ted having the freshest cigars in town Sets Extended Hours Crincoli reported that recent illnesses forced him to retire at the beginning of the because he used brick-sized pumice new year. blocks that he soaked in water and The office of the Westfield Tax INDEX placed in the cigar cases to keep them A BATTLE WON…Members of the Westfield Fire Department extinguished a Collector will be open on Tuesday, fresh. blaze Sunday evening at a house on Harrison Avenue. The homeowners and their February 1, from 7 to 9 p.m., in A&E...... Page 21 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 11 Although Mr. Crincoli’s business young daughter, along with the family pet, escaped unharmed. There were also addition to the regular office hours Business ...... Page 18 Education...... Page 8 Social ...... Page 6 essentially is closed, he said he still no injuries reported among firefighters. The cause of the fire was still under of 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. County ...... Page 2 Obituary ...... Page 10 Sports ...... Page 13 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 investigation this week. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, January 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Town Meeting to Feaure Student Charged With Discussion on Pupil Survey CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Possession of Handgun activities and opinions. these very good results even better,” This survey, which was recently noted Dr. Foley. “We want to help the posted on the Web site, students who might be ‘falling www.westfieldnj.com, was developed through the cracks.’” At School in Westfield by a steering committee that repre- “We need to unite as a community By SUZETTE F. STALKER by the Westfield Police Depart- sented community groups. Students and reach out to those teens who need Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ment that although the gun con- also supplied input. The committee help,” he stated. “Communication is WESTFIELD — Two students tained the wrong kind of bullet and examined different surveys issued to key. Hopefully, our first public dis- at Beadleston High School in could not have been fired, the students, including the controversial cussion regarding both the positive Westfield were arrested on Mon- weapon did have an active firing poll for Ridgewood students, as well as and negative issues we’ve gleaned day afternoon after one of the youths mechanism and could have been a survey distributed by the Westfield Y. from the survey will be addressed. I was found with a loaded .22 cali- used if the right type of bullet had Dr. Foley stated that the Westfield anticipate that the next step will be to ber handgun in his possession, au- been inside the chamber. Foundation helped to fund the survey form committees who will focus on thorities confirmed yesterday. Nevertheless, he said the stu- which was given during school hours. specific issues.” Lieutenant John M. Parizeau of dent would not be returning to The questionnaire was optional and When asked how the test results the Westfield Police Department Beadleston, which he said has a not mandatory, according to Coordi- will be evaluated and examined, Dr. said the teenagers, both from Eliza- policy prohibiting any type of nator for School and Community Foley said that sign-up sheets will be beth, were taken into custody weapons or explosive devices, in- Relations, Lorre Korecky. offered to arrange “study groups” shortly after 2 p.m. after police cluding shells. The other two stu- Although the complete results of which will look at the survey results were contacted by staff at the spe- dents involved in the incident have the survey will not be unveiled until in greater detail. Each group will cial education school on Lamberts been suspended, he observed. the townwide meeting, Dr. Foley re- appoint a spokesperson who will be Mill Road. The teenager allegedly in pos- vealed that the study proved fruitful encouraged to give a special report at A 16-year-old student was session of the handgun was taken in determining the needs, attitudes a meeting of the Board of Education. charged with possession of a to the Union County Juvenile De- and activities of the students. “The more eyes that look at it (the weapon without a permit, posses- tention Center in Elizabeth, Lieu- “I don’t suggest a need for radical survey), they can see what to con- sion of a weapon on school prop- tenant Parizeau confirmed. change,” Dr. Foley said of the results. sider and what to look at,” Dr. Foley erty and possession of a weapon “The kids, by and large, are doing He said one of the other two said. with an unlawful purpose, Lieu- well and thriving.” students involved, a 15-year-old, How did the students feel about the tenant Parizeau revealed. He said Dr. Foley reported that approxi- was charged with disorderly con- survey after its distribution? the handgun contained a single mately 90 percent of the students duct. The boy, who Lieutenant “The jury is still out,” said Dr. bullet when it was recovered. polled possess a strong self-esteem. Parizeau said may have had the Foley. “They are interested to see Beadleston Principal Daniel Eighty-five percent have lived in what we will do with it.” gun in his possession at one time, Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader McMullen told The Westfield Westfield for over five years and 82 Fliers have been mailed to every DOWNTOWN TRANSPORTATION?…A new form of transportation in down- was turned over to the custody of Leader and The Times yesterday percent report living at home with Westfield resident, according to Mrs. town Westfield was recently discovered as bundled up sleigh rider Samantha his mother. that the weapon was discovered by both parents. Korecky who believes the issues to be Danish, 4, took a leisurely ride along East Broad Street aboard a sled pulled by In March of 1998, two juveniles Charlene Crosby. Both are residents of Westfield. staff in the student’s book bag after The results communicated that re- addressed at the forum are of “com- from Roselle were also arrested for another student was observed play- lationships between students and their munity-wide concern.” bringing a .22-caliber handgun to parents is favorable. In addition, 85 Dr. Foley said that he is hoping for ing with a shotgun shell. Inter- the school. Although the weapon percent of the pupils revealed that a good turnout, anticipating that 100 Area’s First Major Snow Storm views with that student and a third in that case was unloaded, another their families set rules for acceptable people might attend the townwide youngster at Beadleston lead school student was found with bullets for behavior. meeting which will be taped by TV- Brings DPW Out in Full Force officials to the suspect. the gun, Lieutenant Parizeau told Turning to academics and com- 36. According to Mr. McMullen, the The Westfield Leader. puter usage, 71 percent of pupils CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 youth said he started carrying the Beadleston High School, oper- the center of the roads to insure that Mr. Manfra reminded everyone to surveyed view themselves as “A” – gun after being threatened by some- ated by the Union County Educa- commuters can get to work,” he park their vehicles in their drive- one in his neighborhood. “It doesn’t “B” students. Almost 92 percent have added. tional Services Commission Smoke Shop ways, not in the street, when there is appear that he had any intention of access to the Internet. Nearly 65 per- According to Mr. Manfra, the roads an approaching storm to insure that (UCESC), enrolls 60 clinically CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 using it in school,” the Principal cent spend an hour each day e-mail- were opened by 11 a.m., and a final a thorough plowing can be accom- emotionally disturbed students. ing friends. has a few boxes of good cigars left that pass was made at noon to clear the plished. said, adding the suspect appar- The school combines the UCESC’s Approximately half of the 11th his is selling at “negotiable” prices. snow to the curbs. “That makes it easier on us and on ently hoped to scare the individual educational program with thera- graders hold jobs, mostly working For years, Mr. Crincoli could usu- The Toro machine, a versatile piece residents, since they won’t have to from his neighborhood with the peutic elements prescribed by be- under 10 hours. Over 60 percent ally be found perched at the back of his of equipment, was used to plow the shovel their driveways,” Mr. Manfra weapon. havioral health services experts. store, next to his old-fashioned cash participate in extracurricular activi- sidewalks, Mr. Manfra said. said. “It also allows us to plow to the It was unknown where the teen- Mr. McMullen said security has ties. Religious activities are enjoyed “The Toro can cut grass, blow curb to avoid flooding in the center of ager had obtained the handgun, al- been beefed up at the school and a by 63 percent of students, while 51 leaves and plow snow,” he explained. the streets when the snow melts,” he though a check by police did not Vice Principal’s position has been percent engage in community or ser- “It’s a very economical and versa- added. indicate it was stolen. An investiga- added. He said Beadleston does vice activities. tile piece of equipment for a small Frank Dann, Director of Public tion into the matter was continuing not currently have metal detectors, Dr. Foley noted that the survey town to have.” Works for Union County, said the this week, authorities acknowledged. but “after this we might put them Pick-up trucks were used to clear took special interest in asking about county began to clear the streets in Mr. McMullen said he was told in. This is under discussion.” students’ roles as downtown shop- the center of the train station parking earnest around 7:30 a.m., although a pers. He felt such questions would lot and small cul-de-sacs, as these few early crews began work about help the students see where they place smaller trucks are more maneuver- 5:30 a.m. themselves as part of the downtown able in tight areas. While commuters Union County owns and operates Officials and Employees were parked at the station, only the atmosphere, while also helping mer- 50 spreaders and plows and 10 pieces center of the lot could be cleared, Mr. of heavy equipment. It also contracts chants understand what piques the Manfra said. Around midnight, after with two contractors, who were called Thank Edward Gottko interest of student shoppers. commuters removed their vehicles, out Tuesday about 9:30 a.m. to assist The questionnaire revealed that the train station lot was plowed more with snow removal. the students are ambivalent about Ted Crincoli thoroughly. Mr. Dann said no real problems During Retirement Dinner how they are valued as shoppers and “From the looks of all of the cars in had occurred during the snow re- how respectfully they behave in stores. register and listening to big band mu- By PAUL J. PEYTON presented Mr. Gottko with a resolu- their driveways, I’d say many people moval and that the crews continued Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Westfield Police played a role in sic on the radio. had the day off,” Mr. Manfra ob- to plow their routes from curb to curb tion from the Scotch Plains Town- CLARK — Westfield town em- the survey, as students reported being Most days, he opened his store just served. Still, many vehicles were left throughout the day. ship Council. He noted that the reso- stopped by officers or knowing of before 6 a.m., in time to serve the in the roads, making plowing more ployees and officials gathered last lution passed 5-0, which is unusual morning commuters headed for the All other Union County offices instances when friends were ap- difficult for his crew, he added. were closed on Tuesday. Friday to pay homage to the man who given the fact two parties are repre- train station two blocks away. In the led municipal operations the past six proached by police. The students were early days, he stayed open until 9 p.m., sented on the governing body. Re- divided about how fairly they are years, the now retired Town Admin- publicans currently have a 3-2 edge. but eventually cut back his hours to 4 istrator, Edward A. Gottko. treated by the officers. p.m. After hearing the accolades of his An obvious difference in students’ Most of his daily sales came during The night of light humor and good former employees and other guests, attitudes toward alcohol was noticed the morning rush hour. food and conversation with past and Mr. Gottko admitted that he was between both grades surveyed. Ap- Ted’s has operated free of any real present officials was held at Gran “struggling for words to say” to thank proximately 75 percent of eighth local competition for a number of years. Centurions in Clark, the same venue those persons gathered at the event. graders reported that they do not When he first opened in 1964, there of last spring’s retirement dinner for Mr. Gottko noted that “it has been intend to drink alcohol, while 55 was one other news-type store in down- former Town Attorney Charles H. a great career of 30 years.” Prior to percent would drink alcoholic bever- town Westfield called L&S Stationery. Brandt. his 20 years in Westfield, he was “We had the whole north side tied Mr. Gottko’s retirement dinner was ages. up,” Mr. Crincoli recalled. employed for 10 years with the City “As they age, the world is chang- emceed by veteran Second Ward of Bayonne. With Ted’s Smoke Shop now gone, Councilman James J. Gruba, and Mr. ing,” observed Dr. Foley when dis- very few places remain in downtown “I have been blessed. I have been cussing those statistics. Westfield that could be called “vin- Gottko’s predecessor, Jack Malloy, extremely lucky,” Mr. Gottko said. Sexual practices are also regarded tage-type” businesses, those that have hosted the ceremonials. In his tenure with the Town of with the same shift. Over 65 percent operated successfully for years without Among those honoring the retir- Westfield, Mr. Gottko said he served of eighth graders believe that it is the need for splashy ads, neon lights or ing administrator was Town Engi- under seven mayors and 45 Town against their morals to have sex as a 21st century interiors. neer Kenneth B. Marsh. Council members. He also estimated teenager, while over 55 percent of With the closure of Ted’s Smoke “I greatly benefited from his lead- that he has spent 3,200 nights out 11th graders disagree with that belief. Shop and Music Staff on Quimby Street ership,” he told dinner attendees. attending municipal meetings. soon to close its doors, businesses such Mr. Marsh took over as Engineer and Although there have never been as Jerry’s Barber Shop on East Broad Prior to the conclusion of the incidents involving serious weapons, Director of Public Works upon the event, Mr. Gruba noted that, “this Street, MaryLou’s Memorabilia on Elm promotion of Mr. Gottko to adminis- Dr. Foley admitted he was “a little Street and National Shoe Rebuilders is an impressive turnout” for Mr. surprised” to find that 6 percent or 38 on East Broad Street are among the trator in January 1994. Gottko. of students surveyed have access to handful of local stores that fit this bill. Police Chief Anthony J. Scutti said guns. “This town has been very, very good Mr. Gottko is “truly a people person WESTFIELD “It is certainly something we’re to me,” Mr. Crincoli said last week, and that’s what makes a good admin- going to talk about,” stressed the “but as my father used to say, all good istrator.” POLICE BLOTTER superintendent. things must come to an end.” Fire Chief Paul A. Battiloro, Jr., Ninety percent of the pupils report added the administrator has always MONDAY, JANUARY 17 that they feel depressed at least once been supportive of the Westfield Fire • A Golf Edge resident reported that per month and 40 percent are de- House Fire Department. someone broke a lamppost at the curb line of her property and also placed pressed over three times per month. “You can’t function unless you have CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 a strong administrator,” he said. seven Christmas trees on her front Dr. Foley told The Leader and The water and fire damage, he noted. porch, blocking the door. Times that while several peer leader- There was no damage to the first Assemblyman and former SATURDAY, JANUARY 22 ship programs and seminars are of- floor. The house, however, was ren- Westfield Mayor, Richard H. Bag- • A Walnut Street resident reported fered district-wide to help students dered uninhabitable at present, the ger, said Mr. Gottko followed “a tra- that someone broke a window on her car while it was parked in front of her address issues such as adolescence, Deputy Chief acknowledged. Ingrid McKinley for The Westfield Leader dition of fine professional adminis- The family was said to be staying WHOOSH!...Even though schools were closed on Tuesday, there were plenty of trators.” house. drugs and alcohol, more specific pro- • Police reported that the passenger with a friend in Cranford since the children at Franklin Elementary School in Westfield. Pictured above, are small Scotch Plains Thomas K. Atkins grams geared toward depression incident. children sledding down a hill near the school. side mirror was broken on a car belong- might be on the horizon. ing to a Colonia resident that was parked When faced with depression or a “A Fun Place To Shop In Scotch Plains” on Central Avenue. House of Persia MONDAY, JANUARY 24 shoulder to lean on, who do the stu- Candy Party Trays • A Fanwood resident reported the dents turn to? Dr. Foley revealed that Grand Opening Sale ends Nuts Gift Baskets theft of a New Jersey license plate “very few kids say no one.” He noted Chocolates Gift Boxes & Bags from his motor vehicle while it was that students said they turn to friends, soon on Antique and Semi Antique Jelly Beans Select Gourmet Items parked at a dry cleaning establish- parents and siblings for help. How- Dried Fruit Lo-Cal & Sugar Free ment on Boulevard. The plate number is NV652B. ever, teachers and members of the • Security personnel at a North Av- clergy were not immediate lifelines SUPERBOWL SUNDAY enue department store reported the theft for the pupils. of a credit card which was then used to Persian Rugs OPEN 12-3 make purchases from the store’s He hopes that next Wednesday’s Woodbridge branch. forum might change that. PARTY TRAYS AND GREAT SNACKS FOR THE GAME buyers guide with registration • Charles Candia, 39, of Plainfield Turning to drug usage, 78 percent FREE FOOTBALL TINS – CHOCOLATE FOOTBALLS was arrested and charged with robbery report never using illegal drugs. for allegedly entering an apartment in the Nearly 95 percent of 8th graders never SAVE $1000’s incredible low prices Remember Valentines Day Is Only 2 Weeks Away 200 block of Cacciola Place on Novem- use these drugs, while 60 percent of Chocolate Hearts – Cards – Gift Items – Plush Animals – Balloons ber 19 and demanding money from the 11th graders agree with that state- Westfield Circle Antique Gallery occupant. Delivery & Shipping Available The suspect, who fled the apartment ment. Performance enhanced drugs 500 South Ave. (Rt 28) (908) 928-0100 after failing to get any money, was are “rarely used.” Free Parking – Visa/Mastercard – www.goleader.com/nuts being held at the Union County Jail on “We’d like to see how we can make Custom Orders E-mail [email protected] 407 Park Ave • Open Mon 12-6 • Tues-Fri 10-6 • Sat 10-5 • 322-7388 $10,000 bail, according to police. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK THE— Serving Scotch PlainsTIMES and Fanwood Since 1959 — of Scotch Plains – Fanwood

USPS 485200 Published OUR 42ND YEAR – ISSUE NO. 4-42 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. Thursday, January 27, 2000 Every Thursday (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Freddie Spencer Bike Race Canceled by Scotch Plains By FRED ROSSI don, President of the Scotch Plains ing with them on a month-to-month Specially Written for The Times Business and Professional Associa- basis while it talks with other groups The Freddie Spencer Memorial tion, welcomed the news of the race’s about handling animal control. New- Bike Race has been canceled by the cancellation by repeating comments ark-based Associated Humane Soci- Scotch Plains government after race he had made to the council last week eties has informed Township offi- organizers were unwilling to agree to that the race was not beneficial to cials it would perform the services, donate more money to the local Po- downtown businesses, and, in some but for a higher fee than Garden State lice Athletic League and the Town- cases, was detrimental to their opera- Kennels is presently charging. Mayor ship Rescue Squad. tions. Marks told The Times that the Town- Mayor Martin L. Marks told The Prior to the council’s regular meet- ship “may have to bite the bullet” and Times that the Park Avenue Cyclists ing on Tuesday night, Mayor Marks, incur the additional expense if an- Club, which has sponsored the race commenting on the fine imposed by other, less expensive alternative is in previous years, said it would not be the state on Garden State Kennels, not found. feasible to boost their contributions which handles animal control ser- Despite Tuesday’s wintry mix of to the two groups. Last week, the vices for Scotch Plains, said the snow, sleet and rain, the council went Township Council, citing the low $18,715 levy “is good confirmation ahead and held its regular meeting in level of past contributions and ad- that there was a problem” with the a Council Chamber that was empty dressing objections to the race from kennel’s operations. except for the five council members, several downtown businesses, de- Garden State Kennels has been the the Township Manager, Attorney, and cided to ask the club to not only subject of a number of complaints Clerk, two members of the press and, increase the level of its donations but from citizens and animal rights ac- briefly, one resident. Even the regu- also to pay for most of the costs the tivists about its operations. Last week, lar TV34 live telecast was canceled township incurs in holding the race, the State Department of Health and due to the weather. Cheri Rogowsky for The Times which had been scheduled for late Senior Services fined the Long Hill- Township Manager Thomas E. ALL BUNDLED UP AND READY TO HIT THE SLOPES…Students in Scotch Plains gather in the parking lot of Park May. based kennel for using a long-banned Atkins told the council that bids had Middle School as they get ready to take to the slopes for a pleasurable ski trip last week. Speaking to The Times, Ray Par- drug to euthanize hundreds of ani- been received for improvements to mals in 1998. Kramer Manor Park, with the lowest Scotch Plains has been searching bid being $247,096. But, with the Area’s First Major Snow Storm This Year for a replacement for Garden State amount of funding presently avail- Kennels, and is currently contract- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 Brings DPW Crews Out in Full Force

By DEBBIE MADISON year, only 5.7 inches of snow had eas where collection could not take AND KIM KINTER fallen. place Tuesday were scheduled for Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Students at schools in the surround- The Snow Count: pickups on Wednesday, he added. The first major winter storm of ing areas returned on Wednesday, In Fanwood, the Department of 2000 dumped about seven inches of with several having a delayed open- The Department of Envi- Public Works had all seven of its snow on Scotch Plains and Fanwood ing. ronmental Sciences in New vehicles salting and plowing the main on Tuesday, closing schools and forc- In Scotch Plains, all 12 township Brunswick reported roads by 5:30 a.m., according to Pub- ing many businesses to shut for the vehicles from the Department of Pub- Wednesday morning that lic Works Director Raymond Manfra. day. lic Works (DPW) were out in full A variety of dump trucks, pick-ups The snow began about 5 a.m., force by 7 a.m., clearing the main the snow fall in New and two larger vehicles, a packer and catching some by surprise because arteries. By 11 a.m., an additional Brunswick measured 6.8 a loader, had all of the roads cleared some weather reports predicted the seven private contractors joined the inches compared to the 5.7 by noon, Mr. Manfra said. precipitation would miss the Union DPW to clear the smaller roads and inches calculated at this “The correct method is to salt first, County area. Although the snow had public parking lots. time last year. Last year’s from the bottom up, then plow,” Mr. subsided by about noon, a fine pre- The Director of Public Works in Manfra stated. “After salting, we clear cipitation of rain, freezing rain and Scotch Plains, Walter DiNizo, said total snow fall count was the center of the roads to insure that sleet continued throughout the after- all of the plowing efforts were ex- 14.4 inches. commuters can get to work,” he noon. Snow picked up again by early pected to be completed by 5 p.m., added. evening and continued off and on including salting of the roads. tern of the storm. According to Mr. Manfra, the roads throughout the night. “The roads must be clear to salt, so Tuesday was also recycling day for were opened by 11 a.m., and a final Meteorologist Keith Arnesen of we plow first, then salt,” Mr. DiNizo the north side of Scotch Plains. pass was made at noon to clear the Rutgers University said that 6.8 stated. The DPW was on call all day Recycling trucks attempted to col- Ingrid McKinley for The Times snow to the curbs, he said. KEEPING SIDEWALKS SNOW-FREE…A shopkeeper in downtown Scotch inches of snow fell in New Brunswick but had to “play it by ear,” he noted, lect where they could get through, The Toro machine, a versatile piece Plains clears his sidewalks of mounds of powdered snow to keep pedestrian on Tuesday. By the same day last because of the uncertain weather pat- according to Mr. DiNizo. Those ar- CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 traffic safe and smooth. Former Mayor Connelly Honored Scotch Plains Library Celebrates At Testimonial for Years of Service Bicentennial With Festive Event By SUZETTE F. STALKER the borough, starting with her mem- Donald T. DiFrancesco and As- Specially Written for The Times By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN bership on the local Environmental semblymen Alan M. Augustine Specially Written for The Times Former Fanwood Mayor Commission. and Richard H. Bagger, all Repub- The guest list at the Scotch Plains Maryanne S. Connelly was feted She served nine years as a council- licans from the 22nd District, Public Library’s 200th Anniversary at a testimonial dinner Sunday woman before being elected to a four- which includes Fanwood. celebration on Sunday read like a afternoon as friends and colleagues year term as Mayor in 1995. Her Mr. Bagger joked to Mrs. “who’s who” of the township. saluted her long career in munici- résumé also includes having been Connelly, “you’re so popular and The list included such local digni- pal government with accolades, Council President, Police Commis- well known, I want to thank you taries as New Jersey State Senate humor and heartfelt appreciation. sioner and a member of the Fanwood for not running against me in the President Donald T. DiFrancesco, More than 70 people – includ- Planning Board. state Legislature.” He added that Assemblyman Alan M. Augustine, ing family members and a “who’s Mrs. Connelly, a 20-year Fanwood he would return the favor by not Assemblyman Richard H. Bagger, who” list of both Democrats and resident and retired AT&T human running against her in this year’s Scotch Plains Mayor Martin L. Republicans on the local, county resources executive, is expected to Congressional race. Marks, Scotch Plains Council mem- and state levels – turned out for the formally announce her intention next Assemblyman Augustine lauded bers, Township Manager Thomas tribute at L’Affaire in month to seek the Seventh District Mrs. Connelly’s ability to work Atkins, Library Director Norbert Mountainside, hosted by the seat currently held by Congressman with fellow elected representatives Bernstein, Library Board of Trustees Fanwood Democratic Committee. Bob Franks. She previously ran for on both sides of the political aisle, President Carl Kumpf, Scotch Plains Mrs. Connelly, who was only the position in 1998. remarking that “when you do bi- Business and Professional Associa- the third woman and the third A joint resolution from the New partisan business, you’re doing the tion President Ray Pardon and Presi- Democrat to serve as Mayor of Jersey State Legislature was presented people’s business.” dent of the Historical Society of Scotch Fanwood, was honored for nearly to the former Mayor during the testi- Past and present colleagues who Plains and Fanwood Richard two decades of public service to monial by State Senate President also stepped up to the podium to Bousquet. praise Mrs. Connelly and wish her Also attending were Superinten- well in her upcoming campaign dent of Schools Dr. Carol B. Choye, included current Fanwood Mayor Board of Education President Theresa Louis C. Jung; Freeholder and Larkin, Scotch Plains-Fanwood High former Fanwood Mayor Linda d. School Principal Dr. David Heisey, William A. Burke for The Times Stender; Scotch Plains Council- Park Middle School Principal Rocco MARKING THE OCCASION…State Senate President Donald T. DiFrancesco woman and former Mayor Geri M. Collucci and presidents of various of Scotch Plains helps commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Scotch Plains Samuel; former Borough Attorney school Parent-Teacher Associations. Public Library at a celebration featuring several local dignitaries last Sunday. Dennis Estis and former Fanwood These local leaders joined more Councilman Bruce H. Walsh. than 100 well-wishers to celebrate official meeting at the Scotch Plains “Belknap’s American Biography,” Mr. Walsh, a Democrat who the library’s bicentennial during an Baptist Church to establish The “Essay on Old Age,” “Hart’s Hymns,” served as Council President dur- afternoon program at 1927 Bartle Scotch Plains Reading Society. “Moral Reflections,” “Stage Coach,” ing part of Mrs. Connelly’s ad- Avenue. It was agreed that library subscrib- “History of Pennsylvania” and ministration, recalled his longtime Music from the Scotchwood Cham- ers would pay $2.50 each. This would “Young’s Night Thoughts.” friend’s “strength and character ber Ensemble lent a festive air to the entitle him or her to a share in the The library of today — with 72,245 depth” in such matters as negotia- occasion. library. It was expected that each volumes, new lighting, new carpet- tions with the state Council on “The public library is such a unique share holder would pay an additional ing, new furniture — has come far Affordable Housing years ago and American institution,” stated Jack 50 cents every six months beginning from its modest beginnings. In fact, in contract talks with the police Livingstone, State Library Director. the first day of January, 1800. the circulation desk now handles department. “To have Scotch Plains celebrating The founders decreed that books nearly 100,000 transactions annu- Summing up Mrs. Connelly’s 200 years is a marvelous tribute to all would be accepted from private col- ally. career in local government, the here and to the founders.” lections at any time for a loan period The library subscribes to 200 peri- Peter Billson for The Times Mr. Livingstone was the guest of not less than two years. Among the former councilman remarked, “she odicals, and offers more than 1,000 A DISTINGUISHED CAREER…Former Mayor Maryanne S. Connelly, speaker for the event. original contributions were: “Annual videotapes and 1,000 audiotapes to second from left, was honored by family, friends and colleagues last Sunday did it right, she did it well, she was When asked how many libraries in Register,” “Beauties of Shakespeare,” CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 during a testimonial dinner at L’Affaire in Mountainside. Within the next honest.” the state are older than Scotch Plains, month, Mrs. Connelly is expected to formally announce her intention to run Mrs. Connelly additionally re- INDEX for the Seventh Congressional District seat. Joining her, pictured left to right, the state librarian replied, “There are: Jack Perryman, current Fanwood Mayor Louis C. Jung and Mr. Jung’s ceived kudos from Borough Ad- aren’t many this old, if any.” A&E...... Page 21 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 11 wife, Nancy. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 It was January 1, 1800, when one Business ...... Page 18 Education...... Page 8 Social ...... Page 6 woman and 32 men held their first County ...... Page 2 Obituary ...... Page 10 Sports ...... Page 13 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, January 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Former MayorConnelly Officials and Employees Honored At Testimonial Thank Edward Gottko CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ministrator Eleanor McGovern, De- a decade ago for passage of the partment of Public Works Director landmark Fanwood Bill, which pre- During Retirement Dinner Raymond Manfra, Fanwood Police vents a developer from tearing down Chief Robert Carboy, Planning existing homes to create vacant land By PAUL J. PEYTON said. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Board Chairman Gregory for affordable housing. Assemblyman and former Cummings and former Police Chief During her own remarks, Mrs. CLARK — Westfield town em- Westfield Mayor, Richard H. Bag- Anthony J. Parenti, now Director Connelly likewise praised the ef- ployees and officials gathered last ger, said Mr. Gottko followed “a of the John H. Stamler Police Acad- forts of the many people she worked Friday to pay homage to the man tradition of fine professional ad- emy in Scotch Plains. Speakers were with during her 13 years as an who led municipal operations the ministrators.” introduced in turn by Councilman elected official, and how they helped past six years, the now retired Town Scotch Plains Thomas K. Atkins William E. Populus, Jr. her meet the challenges she faced. Administrator, Edward A. Gottko. presented Mr. Gottko with a resolu- Mr. Manfra described how Mrs. She reminisced about how Mr. The night of light humor and tion from the Scotch Plains Town- Connelly used a mix of diplomacy Manfra and his department adeptly good food and conversation with ship Council. He noted that the and encouragement in working with handled a 26-inch snowfall which past and present officials was held resolution passed 5-0, which is municipal employees to get things struck the area during her first week at Gran Centurions in Clark, the unusual given the fact two parties done. Chief Carboy, who was sworn as Mayor. same venue of last spring’s retire- are represented on the governing in by Mrs. Connelly in 1998, said Mrs. Connelly also commended ment dinner for former Town At- body. Republicans currently have a the Fanwood force has “benefited the police department and others torney Charles H. Brandt. 3-2 edge. greatly from the support” she gave for their service to the borough. Mr. Gottko’s retirement dinner After hearing the accolades of to the department during her ten- Among them were Mrs. McGovern was emceed by veteran Second his former employees and other ure. and her staff, whom the former Ward Councilman James J. Gruba, guests, Mr. Gottko admitted that he Mr. Parenti, a 41-year veteran of mayor said are “often overlooked.” and Mr. Gottko’s predecessor, Jack was “struggling for words to say” to the borough police department, con- She called these individuals, whose Malloy, hosted the ceremonials. thank those persons gathered at the curred, saying the years he spent duties range from budget and tax Among those honoring the retir- event. working with both Mrs. Connelly matters to the issuance of dog li- ing administrator was Town Engi- Mr. Gottko noted that “it has and former Mayor Stender were censes, “the finest people you could neer Kenneth B. Marsh. been a great career of 30 years.” “probably the best of my entire ca- ask for.” “I greatly benefited from his lead- Prior to his 20 years in Westfield, ership,” he told dinner attendees. he was employed for 10 years with Mr. Marsh took over as Engineer the City of Bayonne. and Director of Public Works upon “I have been blessed. I have been the promotion of Mr. Gottko to extremely lucky,” Mr. Gottko said. administrator in January 1994. In his tenure with the Town of Police Chief Anthony J. Scutti Westfield, Mr. Gottko said he Ingrid McKinley for The Times TAKING IT TO THE EXTREME…A Scotch Plains sophomore leaps into the said Mr. Gottko is “truly a people served under seven mayors and 45 air on his snowboard while enjoying a day out at the Scotch Hills Golf Course in person and that’s what makes a Town Council members. He also Scotch Plains. A makeshift hill creates an impromptu ski jump for the good administrator.” estimated that he has spent 3,200 snowboarder. Fire Chief Paul A. Battiloro, Jr., nights out attending municipal added the administrator has always meetings. been supportive of the Westfield Prior to the conclusion of the Scotch Plains Library Fire Department. event, Mr. Gruba noted that, “this “You can’t function unless you is an impressive turnout” for Mr. Celebrates Bicentennial have a strong administrator,” he Gottko. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 borrowers. Records and CD’s are also adult section. available. The Friends host regular programs Patrons can take advantage of 14 on various topics throughout the year, computer work stations — eight for such as the upcoming March 9 pre- catalogue searches and six dedicated sentation by Steve Foster of the Fed- to Internet access. One of the Internet- eral Bureau of Investigation. Mr. access computers is devoted to job Foster will speak on protecting chil- searches. Coin-operated photo-copy- dren from the dangers on the Internet. ing machines are also available. The program is open to the public. The library provides a separate In commenting on the need for section for its youngest patrons. Story municipal, county and state support Peter Billson for The Times hours and craft programs are offered for public libraries, Senator SALUTE FROM THE STATE…Maryanne S. Connelly, former Mayor of for children. In the year ahead, ac- DiFrancesco noted the first munici- Fanwood, is presented with a joint resolution from members of the State cording to Mr. Bernstein, a series of pal budget appropriation for the Legislature during a testimonial dinner Sunday honoring her 13 years of service monthly programs and contests fo- to the borough as a councilwoman and mayor. Pictured, left to right, are: Scotch Plains Library in 1909 was Assemblymen Alan M. Augustine and Richard H. Bagger, Mrs. Connelly and cusing on speaking, reading and writ- just $6,500. The recommended ap- State Senate President Donald T. DiFrancesco. ing are planned. propriation for the 2000 budget is In addition, the library Meeting $749,000, up $25,000 over 1999. reer.” “You truly reflect my experience Room is available to Scotch Plains Born, raised and still a resident of Freeholder Stender fondly re- in Fanwood and my love for this groups for meetings and programs. Scotch Plains, Senator DiFrancesco called the camaraderie she enjoyed community,” Mrs. Connelly told Membership at the Scotch Plains said he was a frequent visitor to the with Mrs. Connelly and the late those in attendance. “My whole life Library peaked at 14,565 several years local library as a child. “I grew up Patricia MacDonald Kuran, surrounds you and other residents Ingrid McKinley for The Times ago. Since the library automated its with the library,” he recalled. “I didn’t Fanwood’s first woman mayor, of Fanwood…thank you so much PLOWING THROUGH…Frank Hogan, a Scotch Plains resident, clears the registration process one year ago, know about buying books until my path of mounds of powdered snow on Tuesday which fell in front of his home and when the three successfully lobbied for everything you’ve done.” All Saints Episcopal Church. however, it has only re-registered teen years.” 7,500 residents. Re-registration re- He remembered watching as the quires that residents physically come old library building was moved to its Freddie Spencer Bike Race into the library. new home on Front Street where it Snow Storm Brings DPW “I hope the hoopla will bring people now serves as a private office build- back,” said Mr. Bernstein, who has ing. The present library building Canceled by Scotch Plains Crews Out in Full Force guided the library’s progress for the opened in 1968. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 past 27 years. He is eager to tap into With Assemblymen Augustine and able to finance the bid being “signifi- The council also approved a reso- the township’s 23,000 residents to of equipment, was used to plow the a thorough plowing can be accom- Bagger, the senator presented the li- cantly short” of the bid level, Mr. lution calling on the State Legisla- plished. boost library membership. sidewalks, Mr. Manfra said. brary with a resolution from the New Atkins asked the council to reject the ture and Governor Christine Todd “The Toro can cut grass, blow “That makes it easier on us and on Anniversary Committee Chairman Jersey State Legislature that recognized offer, which it did, and authorize Whitman to restore $328 million in leaves and plow snow,” he explained. residents, since they won’t have to and library trustee Marc Friedenberg the library’s “two centuries of distin- officials “to go back to the drawing municipal aid that would have been “It’s a very economical and versa- shovel their driveways,” Mr. Manfra plans to do a mailing to all township guished service to the community.” board” and revise the project’s needs. received in the 1994-2000 period tile piece of equipment for a small said. “It also allows us to plow to the residents to solicit recommendations Mayor Marks called the library the He said he expects the 2000 budget to had such state assistance been in- town to have.” curb to avoid flooding in the center of for ways “to make the library better in spot in town that “enjoys the greatest include adequate funding for park im- dexed to the inflation rate. Pickup trucks were used to clear the streets when the snow melts,” he the year 2000.” number of interactions from the great- provements throughout the township. The State League of Municipali- the center of the train station parking added. In neighboring Westfield, the town- “The most important things in est cross-section of the community.” The council also passed an ordi- ties says that Scotch Plains would lot and small cul-de-sacs, as these smaller trucks are more maneuver- owned fleet of 20 trucks that can be the flyer would be a membership Acknowledging the competition for nance allowing members of the pub- have received an additional drive,” explained Mr. Friedenberg, able in tight areas. While commuters outfitted with plows began work at readers from mega-bookstores like lic to address the council at meetings $766,000 had state aid been tied to about 6 a.m. to clear the main arter- “and to get more people to join the were parked at the station, only the Barnes & Noble, and Internet retail- on any topic during both of the time inflation during those six years. center of the lot could be cleared, Mr. ies. Friends of the Library and solicit ers such as Amazon.com, the Mayor slots reserved for that purpose. Pre- Mayor Marks said some type of re- Manfra said. Westfield Town Engineer Kenneth donations.” said, “This library has a sense of viously, the public was permitted to fund from the state would be fair, Around midnight, after commut- B. Marsh said that the town has a Dues from the Friends ($10 per history and community that retail cen- address the council only about mat- “given the surpluses at all levels of ers removed their vehicles, the train policy of when more than three inches individual, $15 per family) help to ters and the Internet can’t provide.” ters on that evening’s agenda during government.” station lot was plowed more thor- of snow has fallen, contractors are support the library’s purchases of the first of the time slots. The council’s next regular meet- oughly. called to assist. The 13 contractors books, audio and video tapes. Such ing will be held Tuesday, February “From the looks of all of the cars in the town uses, some of whom operate “A Fun Place To Shop In Scotch Plains” backhoe equipment for snow removal, purchases total $50,000 per year. 8. In addition, the council will hold their driveways, I’d say many people As Friends President Ted had the day off,” Mr. Manfra ob- began work at about 9:30 a.m. Tues- Candy Party Trays three hearings on the 2000 budget day to help with the work. Czarnomski explained, if just 3 per- served. Still, many vehicles were left Nuts Gift Baskets on Wednesdays, February 2, 9 and In addition to the 20 town trucks, cent of Scotch Plains’ adult popula- in the roads, making plowing more Chocolates Gift Boxes & Bags 16. Mr. Atkins is hoping the budget difficult for his crew, he added. Westfield owns a small tractor and tion joined the Friends of the Library, Jelly Beans Select Gourmet Items can be formally submitted in early four front-end loaders that are par- Dried Fruit Lo-Cal & Sugar Free Mr. Manfra reminded everyone to it would mean an additional 10 per- March, with Tuesday, April 11 be- park their vehicles in their drive- ticularly helpful in cul-de-sacs. Those cent to spend on new materials. ing a possible date for the public ways, not in the street, when there is were being used to clear snow Tues- According to Mr. Czarnomski, the SUPERBOWL SUNDAY hearing. an approaching storm, to insure that day. Friends has focused recent efforts on Mr. Marsh said the town was try- the children’s department. They pur- OPEN 12-3 ing to keep ahead of the snow, but chased the newest edition of the 22- SCOTCH PLAINS was bracing for another weather pat- PARTY TRAYS AND GREAT SNACKS FOR THE GAME tern heading up the East Coast from volume World Book Encyclopedia FOOTBALL TINS – CHOCOLATE FOOTBALLS and the new Student Discovery En- POLICE BLOTTER the south. Like the county, Westfield clears cyclopedia. The group is in the pro- Remember Valentines Day Is Only 2 Weeks Away TUESDAY, JANUARY 18 SUNDAY, JANUARY 23 the main arteries that are the most cess of ordering a new globe for the Chocolate Hearts – Cards – Gift Items – Plush Animals – Balloons • Police reported that a home on • Donald Patterson, 19, of Scotch heavily traveled and have vehicles children’s department as well as the Portland Avenue was burglarized Plains was arrested and charged traveling at the greatest speeds first. Delivery & Shipping Available National Geographic Atlas for the and three bedrooms ransacked. Po- with shoplifting cigarettes from a In Westfield, those arteries include Free Parking – Visa/Mastercard – www.goleader.com/nuts lice said entry was gained through a Route 22 gas station. Rahway, Highland, Woodland, Fanwood 407 Park Ave • Open Mon 12-6 • Tues-Fri 10-6 • Sat 10-5 • 322-7388 • Louis F. Buono 2nd, 37, of Scotch Dudley and Lawrence Avenues; Bou- first floor window. It is not known if levard; Prospect and Chestnut Street anything was taken. Plains was arrested and charged with and Gallow Hills Road, among oth- TV-35 Schedule House of Persia THURSDAY, JANUARY 20 eluding police in a motor vehicle ers. • A Treeview Circle resident re- along with numerous traffic viola- Frank Dann, Director of Public Grand Opening Sale ends ported finding graffiti on a fence. tions including driving under the Friday, Jan. 28, 8:00 P.M. Works for Union County, said the The marking was written in magic influence of alcohol after fleeing the county began clearing roads in ear- Freeholder’s Forum soon on Antique and Semi Antique scene of a motor vehicle stop on Park Year 2K Focus on Seniors marker. nest around 7:30 a.m., although a FRIDAY, JANUARY 21 Avenue. Police said Buono struck a few early crews began work about Friday, Jan. 28, 9:00 P.M. • A Hunter Avenue resident re- vehicle during the pursuit at Park 5:30 a.m. Fanwood’s New Neighbor ported the theft of a .25 caliber and East Second Street, then contin- Union County owns and operates The NJ Naval Militia Persian Rugs handgun from within the residence. ued to Midway Avenue and was even- 50 spreaders and plows and 10 pieces Sunday, Jan. 30, 8:00 P.M. Police reported there was no forced tually taken into custody after losing of heavy equipment. It also contracts COP-TV Home Security & control of his vehicle on Morse Av- with two contractors, who were called entry to the house and that the theft out Tuesday at about 9:30 a.m. to Firemans’s visit to Coles School FREE buyers guide with registration is still under investigation. enue. Buono was taken to Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center in Plainfield assist with snow removal. Tuesday, Feb. 1, 8:00 P.M. SATURDAY, JANUARY 22 Mr. Dann said no real problems Millennium Clock Installation SAVE $1000’s incredible low prices • A Westfield Avenue bank re- and was released after blood samples were obtained. had occurred during the snow re- & Dedication ported that someone attempted to moval and that the crews continued Thursday, Feb. 3, 8:00 P.M. Westfield Circle Antique Gallery cash a forged check in the amount Your source to plow their routes from curb to curb Fanwood, A Reporter’s Dream 500 South Ave. (Rt 28) (908) 928-0100 of $466 and then fled the scene For the Latest News: throughout the day. All other county offices were closed when asked for proper identifica- www.goleader.com Custom Orders E-mail [email protected] tion. Tuesday. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 2 Thursday, January 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Sledders Forced to Leave Echo Lake Park County Manager Gives Mayors a Glimpse As County Enforces Restrictions on the Hills Of Programs in This Year’s County Budget By KIM KINTER lic Information for Union County, Downhill skiing is not permitted By PAUL J. PEYTON rides annually for seniors. The first leg of the project, the New- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times added: “We have to put safety first. in any county park. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times He noted that the number of long ark-Elizabeth rail link, has been in the MOUNTAINSIDE — Many This has to do with safety and the The Parks and Recreation Divi- CRANFORD – Mayors from distance trips to area hospitals and planning stages for 10 years. The seg- Westfield sledders were disappointed protection of the public.” sion also posts signs when skating is around Union County got to hear first medical offices, “is becoming a greater ment would connect Elizabeth- last Thursday during the first signifi- He explained that proper snow available at some outdoor locations, hand about Union County’s incentive burden on Paratransit,” he said. The Plainfield and towns in between in- cant snowfall of the season when coverage and using steerable sleds Mr. Murray pointed out. Conditions programs for the new year. new program, he explained, can be cluding Fanwood, Westfield and Union County police asked them to are required for safety and like many can change daily, however, depend- Union County Manager Michael J. used as an expansion of Paratransit by Cranford. leave the hills of Echo Lake Park in park rules, if not followed, are ing on the weather, so the public is Lapolla told members of the Union providing rides to the supermarket, Scotch Plains Councilwoman Geri Mountainside. grounds for expulsion from the prop- advised to look for current signs. County League of Municipalities that shopping centers or to senior centers. Samuel noted that NJ Transit’s Raritan Those told to leave that day also erty. Lighted lakes include Warinanco the county’s $302 million budget will Westfield Mayor Thomas C. Jardim, Valley Commuter Line would have to expressed surprise, as many said they The county had no explanation on Park Lake in Roselle; Meisel Avenue include programs focusing on senior who is President of the League this yield a track from Elizabeth to had been sledding at the county park Wednesday why the sledders on Tues- Lake in Springfield; Rahway River citizens. year, noted that the Westfield and Cranford on the Raritan line. for years and had never before been day who did not have steerable sleds Park Lake in Rahway; Cedar Brook Seniors in Motion will be devoted Mountainside Chapter of the Ameri- Mr. Lapolla said NJ Transit would asked to vacate the property. were not turned away. Park Lake in Plainfield; Briant Park to improving transportation for se- can Red Cross has developed a pro- have to realign the existing right-of- But hundreds of sledders returned The downhill area near the corner Lake in Summit; the upper lake of niors, while Senior Focus will either posal to purchase buses for transport- way track from Cranford to Midtown to Echo Lake Park again Tuesday of Park Drive and Mill Lane at Echo Echo Lake Park in Mountainside and provide funding for new senior citi- ing seniors around town. Elizabeth, formerly used for the now during the heavier snowfall and this Lake Park is, in fact, the only sanc- the lagoon in Green Brook Park in zen centers in the county or expand- The county manager also told may- defunct Central Railroad of New Jer- time were not disappointed and spent tioned site in the county park system Plainfield. ing existing facilities. ors that a committee studying an open sey, and build a new track west to the day sledding without incident. The latter program will provide space trust fund, to be supported by a Plainfield. for sledding. Non-lighted skating areas include funds to towns to acquire land to build The truth of the matter, though, is The county has stated that Gallop- Warinanco Park lagoon in Roselle; tax, is soon expected to release its “So right now our issue is, what do sledding is allowed at the Union a facility or for improving an existing report. If a tax is approved by voters as we do from Elizabeth to Cranford?” County park on two conditions: that building. The total amounts to be avail- a referendum, the funds would only he told League members. Currently, there is sufficient snow covering the able, as well guidelines for the pro- be dedicated for capital expenses and diesel and electric options are being ground and that the sleds used have gram, are currently being developed not operating costs for parks. considered. Only electric cars can be some type of steering device allow- by county staff. The Union County Board of Cho- used from Midtown Elizabeth to the ing riders to change direction when Some of the funds, however, will be sen Freeholders is not funding the airport. available for towns to join other com- Pocket Parks program nor Downtown In other business, Scotch Plains traveling downhill. munities in creating their own center Union County Police Captain Union County grants this year. Mr. Mayor Martin L. Marks said he be- or to join an existing facility. Lapolla said the county wants to see lieves one of the hottest topics in the Daniel Vaniska said when sledding He said he believes around a quar- was prohibited on January 20, it was completion of projects for the first new year will be animal control ser- ter of a million dollars will be avail- two years of the parks program before vices. because the county’s Division of able for two towns interested in join- Parks and Recreation had deemed considering additional funding. Garwood Mayor Michael Crincoli ing forces to start a senior center. New Providence Mayor Allen Mor- said the issue has been discussed but that there was not enough snow and A survey will be sent out to towns to that sledders could be injured by gan questioned the county manager as there was not sufficient support to gauge their interest in the program. to whether the county has any money fund a county-wide facility. hitting rocks or ruts in the ground. Based on the results, the county may available this year for youth programs. Roselle Park Mayor Joseph DeIorio He explained that this is not a new adjust the amount of funding avail- “We have a great senior program in and Kenilworth Mayor Michael rule and has been in existence for able for the senior center program. New Providence but our problem is Tripodi encouraged more towns to years. He added that the rule man- Mr. Lapolla said he anticipates the with the youth. There is no place for take advantage of the Union County dating that only sleds capable of funds for Senior Focus will be avail- them to go,” he said. Sheriff Department’s SLAP (Sheriff’s being steered may be used also is not able sometime in the spring, after the Mr. Lapolla said the freeholders Labor Assistance Program) Program. new and has been enforced for years. county budget is adopted. may offer funding for such programs SLAP provides low-profile inmates, “That (using only steerable sleds) For Seniors in Motion, the county next year. Since youth centers are such as persons who failed to pay has always been enforced,” he said. Ingrid McKinley for The Westfield Leader and The Times plans to purchase a fleet of mini buses operated by non-profit groups, legal child support or alimony, to do manual “We have never allowed toboggans.” WE DIDN’T KNOW IT WAS ILLEGAL!…It seemed innocent enough—an that will be available for lease to each questions arose over dedicating work in towns. Municipalities only During the winter when snow is afternoon of sleigh riding at Echo Lake Park in Mountainside. However, the fun of the 21 municipalities in the county county capital funds to these organi- need to pay $15,000 towards the cost covering the ground, a county police was broken up when a patrolman approached the groups and told them to for transporting seniors. Maintenance disperse. zations. He said programs, rather than of a Sheriff’s officer. Six inmates are officer is often posted at the park to will be provided by the county, al- youth centers themselves, may be available five days a week to partici- enforce the rules and prohibit people ing Hill Golf Course in Union is Black Brook Park Lake in though the towns will have to supply funded in the end. pating towns. who do not have the required sleds unavailable for any winter sports Kenilworth; Nomahegan Park Lake the drivers and any costs associated In terms of the proposed Light Rail Mayor Jardim said he would like to from using them, Captain Vaniska activities during this season because in Cranford; Milton Lake Park in with that. project, which will connect Newark set aside a future meeting for discus- said. of a $4.7 million reconstruction of Rahway and the extension lake and Mr. Lapolla said the county Airport to Midtown Elizabeth and west sion on shared services among towns During the last few winters, this the course that is still underway. The lagoon in Green Brook Park in Paratransit program “is extraordinar- to Plainfield, Mr. Lapolla said the in the county in an effort to save dol- area has experienced a sparse snow- downhill areas that had been used for Plainfield. ily popular,” providing over 100,000 project contains two second segments. lars. fall, he added. “We used to have a lot sledding and skiing are not currently more snow than we’ve had recently,” safe for these purposes. he remarked, indicating that local Cross country skiing will be al- And Then There Were Seven... Eric Urbano Joins residents forget both the steerable lowed at Ash Brook Golf Course, sled rule and that there has to be Scotch Plains; Oak Ridge Golf sufficient snow to cover the ground. Course, Clark, and the Watchung Michael Murray, Director of Pub- Reservation. Growing GOP Field of 7th District Contenders By PAUL J. PEYTON publican,” the life-long New Jersey reform, solvency of the Social Secu- value for their health care funds. 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Jim Hely Last week Scotch Plains resident gressive conservative,” the candidate “so they can spend that money on Mr. Urbano graduated from Eric Urbano, 27, who will complete said he supports individual rights, what we all agree on – the finest Montclair State University with high his law degree this spring from New fiscal prosperity and opposes legis- education available to our children.” academic honors. He has been a phi- York University, entered the field, lation on morality issues, such as On Social Security, Mr. Urbano lanthropist to the Muscular Dystro- See us in the Bell Atlantic Yellow Pages. which now includes seven candi- abortion, or legislation based on lib- favors options to traditional Social phy Foundation, organizing several Only 1 of 40 lawyers is a dates. eral or conservative issues. Security, such as a retirement ac- fund-raisers for research develop- Supreme Court Certified Trial Lawyer. 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CRANFORD – In front of the back- downtown grants for improvements Senator Torricelli said of the 435 drop of campaign balloons, stickers for the county’s municipal business House of Representatives races na- and Natalie Merchant’s “These Are districts. tionwide, New Jersey’s Seventh Dis- The Days” blaring in the background, Noting that he spoke of his past trict election is one of only 20 that is Union County Manager Michael J. achievements to ensure voters that expected to be a close race this year. Lapolla made it official Monday “there is a record behind the rheto- Former Fanwood Mayor Maryanne morning by launching his campaign ric,” Mr. Lapolla said his goal has S. Connelly pulled in 46 percent of for the Democratic nomination for always been “to make our county a the vote in 1988 against Mr. Franks. the Seventh Congressional District great place to live, work and raise a Noting the Democrats goal of gain- seat currently held by Bob Franks. family.” ing five seats to take the majority in Mr. Franks is running for the United Mr. Lapolla’s platform includes the House, he said “It is time to put States Senate. preserving and strengthening Social a stake through heart of the (former Mr. Lapolla, who made his an- Security, expanding Medicare to Speaker Newt) Gingrich Congress.” nouncement in the Student Com- make prescription drugs affordable Mr. Lapolla’s Campaign Commit- mons of the Union County College’s to senior citizens, as well as passage tee is co-chaired by Senators Cranford campus, was introduced to of a Patients’ Bill of Rights. Torricelli and Lesniak, County supporters — including many county The County Manager served with Democratic Commitee Chairwomen employees from directors to public Mrs. Ruotolo’s husband, Andrew, the Charlotte DeFillippo and Democratic information workers — by Free- late Union County Prosecutor. National Committeewoman, June William A. Burke for The Westfield Leader and The Times holder Mary P. Ruotolo of Westfield, She said Mr. Lapolla “has demon- Fischer. Mrs. Ruotolo is Campaign YES I’M RUNNING...Union County Manager Michael J. Lapolla of Westfield pauses for applause during the official who said her long-time friend as strated leadership, integrity – a very Treasurer. kickoff of his campaign for the Democratic nomination for the Seventh District Congressional seat. The event was held Monday morning in the Student Commons of Union County College campus in Cranford. Among those in attendance were County Manager “has had a positive keen vision of the future and the His Committee includes all nine Westfield First Ward Councilman Carl A. Salisbury and Mayor Thomas C. Jardim, in front row at left of podium; and impact on the lives of residents of ability to implement programs and county freeholders, Westfield Mayor Freeholder Mary Ruotolo of Westfield and State Senator Raymond Lesniak, at right. Union County” for over 20 years. see them to successful conclusions.” Thomas C. Jardim, Westfield First In making his announcement the State Senator Raymond Lesniak Ward Councilman Carl A. Salisbury, Mr. Golkin said Senator Torricelli is candidate stated, “I’m running for (D-20th) told those in attendance that, Scotch Plains Democratic Munici- Chairman of the Democratic Senato- Former Mayor Boothe Plans Congress because I want to get things “Good government is good politics. If pal Chairman Pamela Boright and rial Campaign Committee. Mr. Golkin, done for the working families who you govern well, you will win elec- Westfield Democratic Chairman who launched his campaign following call this area home.” tions. And one of the ways you govern Kenneth Rotter. the House impeachment vote of Presi- Talk on New Jersey Quarter Mr. Lapolla, 43, has a career in well is that you get good candidates.” Following the event, members of dent Bill Clinton, was the first of the WESTFIELD — Former slides of the New Jersey coin and public service that dates back to 1983 United States Senator Robert Democratic Seventh District Con- now 11 candidates to declare his can- Westfield Mayor Garland “Bud” others released in 1999. when he was the youngest person Torricelli told Mr. Lapolla’s support- gressional contender Jeff Golkin’s didacy. Mrs. Connelly and J. Brooke Boothe will discuss the New Jersey He will also show a videotape of ever elected to the Union County ers: “These are good times in America campaign handed out literature which Hern of New Providence are also seek- Quarter, featuring George Washing- the ceremony during which the first Board of Chosen Freeholders, serv- but these are not perfect times.” called Senator Torricelli’s involve- ing the party’s nomination. ton crossing the Delaware, during New Jersey coins were “struck,” as ing six years from 1984-1989. He He said 44 million Americans do ment in the Congressional campaign Republicans seeking the GOP the next meeting of the Union well as other scenes from inside the served as Chairman in 1988. Mr. not have private health insurance. as “a giant step backwards for the nomination are Tom Kean Jr. of County Historical Society on Sun- Philadelphia mint. Lapolla was Assistant Counsel to The Senator also cited the need for Democratic Party” and “cronyism at Westfield, Assemblyman Joel day, February 6, at 2:30 p.m. at the Mr. Boothe was named to the Town former Jim Florio and State Director “quality education” and a “disci- its worst.” Weingarten of Millburn, Mike Dr. Carl Hanson House at 38 Spring- Council in 1980 and served as Mayor to former Senator Bill Bradley. Ferguson of Warren, Patrick field Avenue in Cranford. from 1992 through 1996. He and his He served as First Assistant Pros- Morrissey of Westfield, Eric Urbano Mr. Boothe, a member of the state’s wife, Gaile, have three children and ecutor in Union County from 1991 to of Scotch Plains, former Woodbridge Commemorative Coin Commission, six grandchildren. Recently, they 1997 during which time he was in- City Council President and ex-fire will discuss the coin program, com- were jointly honored as Humanitar- volved in the creation of the Union- chief Ken Gardner and Green Brook mission, selection and artwork. He ians of the Year by the Rotary Club of Essex Auto Theft Task Force as well Mayor Patricia Walsh. will augment his presentation with Westfield. as the county’s Human Relations Commission to address bias crimes and the Union County Advocacy Center, the latter of which is for victims of child abuse. As County Manager the past two- and-a-half years, he worked on bud- gets that have now reached $300 million and headed a workforce of 2,700. The county’s tax levy has declined the past three years Mr. Lapolla cited programs under his leadership, including open space ini- William A. Burke for The Westfield Leader and The Times tiatives, new and improved parks and JUMPING INTO RACE...Union County Manager Michael J. Lapolla is given a standing ovation at his official Congressional campaign kickoff. At right are playgrounds, networked computers Assemblyman Neil Cohen (D-20th), back, and Union County Freeholder Lewis in classrooms county-wide, a schol- Mingo Jr., front.

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http://westfieldnj.com [email protected] 908-654-4100 (24 hrs) CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 4 Thursday, January 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION COMMENTING ON UNION COUNTY The Westfield Leader THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Will You Stand Up and Be Counted? — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood and Census Stakes High for State, County and the County of Union the Township of Scotch Plains By DANIAL P. SULLIVAN Member of: Member of: Chairman – Union County Board of Freeholders New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association MAVERICK Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association Shortly before April 1 this year, industries, banks and investors use * * * * * Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey hundreds of millions of census forms census data to determine the best GOBBLEDYGOOK P.O. Box 250 • 50 Elm Street P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue will be sent to Americans in their places to build, expand and place Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 homes in every part of the nation. new resources. The United States will begin the year Of course, this new investment From the same family Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 2000 census shortly; the first enu- means jobs and continued employ- We owe this eponym (a word that POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at meration of the people living in this ment. So completing the census form comes from a person’s name) to P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 country in the 21st century. The stakes also helps bring jobs to our commu- Samuel Maverick (1803-1870). This for Union County, and for New Jer- nity as well as to protect the jobs and Texas rancher flat out refused to PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. sey, is high. services already there. brand his cattle, claiming that all The United States Constitution re- The census also determines how cattle on the range belonged to him. Michelle H. LePoidevin Horace R. Corbin Joanna B. Marsh Thus, an unbranded cow in that part A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER MARKETING quires the federal government to con- communities will be represented in duct a census every 10 years. Figures Congress and in the Statehouse in of Texas was called a maverick. Suzette F. Stalker Gail S. Corbin David B. Corbin Some accounts suggest that Sam COMMUNITY from the census help determine this Trenton. Data from the census will GENERAL MANAGER SPORTS region’s funding for many public be used to redraw the election dis- kept his cattle on an island, and, Paul J. Peyton Karen M. Hinds Kim Kinter and private services, as well as repre- tricts for the House of Representa- therefore, did not have to brand them. BUSINESS and GOVERNMENT OFFICE MANAGER NEWS & EDITORIAL sentation in Congress and in the New tives and for the New Jersey Senate His grandson, Congressman Maury SUBSCRIPTION PRICE Jersey Statehouse. and Assembly. Communities that are Maverick (1895-1954) coined the One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 With all this at stake, it is impor- not fully counted can literally lose word “gobbledygook”. In 1944, he tant that everyone stands up to be their voices, as their state and federal told The New York Times Magazine, counted, not only for themselves, but representatives are moved to repre- “Perhaps I was thinking of the old for their children and grandchildren, sent larger areas. bearded turkey gobblin back in Texas With Elimination of WHS Summer School and for their communities. Completing the census is the right who was always gobbledy gobbling Unfortunately, many people may thing to do to ensure that our com- and strutting with ludicrous pom- It’s Important Not to Forget Struggling Students not be counted. In 1990, the last time munities will retain jobs, enjoy safe, posity. At the end of the gobble, there the census was conducted, an esti- efficient transportation, retain good was a sort of gook.” Based on a recommendation from Westfield High parents are notified by teachers and counselors as mated 8.4 million people across the schools, have a strong voice in Tren- Sam and his grandson were one of country went uncounted. Most of ton and Washington and receive the only two American families to con- School Principal Robert G. Petix and Assistant Prin- difficulties arise during the school year. The admin- tribute words to the American En- cipal John Farinella, the Board of Education has istration says it keeps close tabs on these situations. them lived in urban areas, most were assistance they deserve. It takes only minorities or people who did not a few seconds to fill out the census glish (the other family was President agreed to eliminate the summer school program for Support may take the form of private tutoring and/or speak English. Our failure to get an forms, but the benefits last a long Theodore Roosevelt). this year. It will annually review the need for such a regular meetings with the appropriate teacher before accurate count resulted in at least time. Gobbledygook is echoic — a word program in accordance with the evolving composi- or after school, or during free periods. $100 billion in lost revenues to com- * * * * * that imitates sound — of the turkey tion of the student body. If a WHS student fails a course, he or she has three munities, according to federal statis- Daniel P. Sullivan is the Chairman of and means official talk or writing the Union County Board of Chosen Free- that is pompous. A maverick is one Administrators based their recommendation on options: attend summer school to fulfill a particular tics. The census helps government agen- holders. who takes an independent stand. the fact that just 10 of the 55 students registered for course’s requirements; repeat the course the follow- cies determine funding for schools summer school in 1999 were there for legitimate ing year; or complete an independent study program and day care services, hospitals and academic deficiencies. The vast majority of students and resultant departmental exam that’s been ap- health care facilities, senior citizens Letters to the Editor registered because they had missed too many classes proved by the principal, teacher, department supervi- programs and nursing homes, com- to complete course requirements. Be that as it may, sor and guidance department. munity assistance and housing pro- grams and services for people with Efforts Continue for Union County board member Thomas Taylor’s comment during the Going forward, if Westfield students elect to attend disabilities. January 11 meeting regarding the matter was inap- summer school elsewhere, it will cost them — upwards They also determine the amount propriate. Mr. Taylor said that although he did not of $500 per course. Up to now, summer school at WHS of funding communities or regions To Open Animal Shelter, Reader Says want to “paint with a broad brush,” the majority of the had been available to Westfield residents free of charge. receive for road and highway repairs Your January 20th editorial con- of the outside vendors. summer school pupils do not end up attending any The board’s decision should be a wake-up call for and improvements and for larger mass cerning animal control in Union For example, I cite the Saturday, transportation projects. These County is timely. January 22 article in The Star Ledger “Ivy League colleges.” chronic cutters of English, Math or Physical Educa- projects also bring jobs and eco- Efforts have been made over the reporting the $18,715 fine against Administrators also made the case that summer tion classes. There is no free summer school waiting nomic prosperity to our communi- past six years to prove the need for a Garden State Kennels for “using an school teachers are hard to come by and the program in the wings to bail them out this year. ties, particularly in Union County, county-run shelter with animal con- illegal drug to euthanize.” The same costs $20,000 a year to run. On the other hand, the board, high school adminis- with its crucial links to the New trol services. There is a committee article reported conditions such as Summer school should not exist to back-up kids trators and teachers must pay close attention to the York-New Jersey metropolitan area. working with Sheriff Ralph Froehlich rodent feces in cages, a dog with a Many of these services are figured to accomplish this goal. Our investi- fractured leg that languished — with- who cut classes. Students who don’t do the work and needs of those students who need academic support. by the size and type of population of gations of facilities in other coun- out medical care, etc. Garden State don’t pass the course should be required to repeat it They must do what they can to see that proper tools the areas they serve. When individu- ties, surveys of the 21 municipalities Kennels provides this “service” to the following year. Simple. Such a mandate could be are in place to help these students achieve during the als refuse to be counted, they can in Union County and a financial fea- seven towns in Union County! an effective deterrent to habitual offenders. regular school year and keep their academic program hurt their communities. But this is sibility study conducted by Suplee, New Jersey is the only state that There should, however, be a safety net for those on track. not the only way communities can be Clooney & Company, have now been requires each municipality to be re- affected. completed. sponsible for animal control. In other students who genuinely require extra help to meet the The decision to eliminate summer school — with It’s not just government agencies These studies indicate there is a states, it is a county function. In order academic requirements for graduation. the option to revive it as necessary — seems to make that use the census data. Businesses, pressing need and a growing interest to change this unworkable situation Westfield High School appears to have such a sense, as long as the students who really needed it get in having the county build a shelter in Union County, voters must con- system in place. Student support is available, and the proper help along the way. and manage animal control. All avail- vince the Union County Freeholders able information, the committee’s to support this project. This is not just investigations, and numerous anec- a humane issue. It involves public Resident Urges All Westfielders dotal complaints, confirm unequivo- health and public safety. I urge read- Letters to the Editor cally that the present, individual ers to contact members of the Board To Join Fight Against Subdivision municipal contracting has not pro- of Chosen Freeholders or contact me. Adults, Teens Invited to Town Meeting As a life-long resident of Union with the intent to move the current vided the necessary service nor a Peggy Sur County, I naively believed the repu- “1780 Westfield treasure” thereby uniformity of humane caring by some Westfield tation of Westfield (i.e., that the Town risking its structural integrity. More- On February 2 at Westfield High School Council, Planning Board, Westfield over all three residences would have I would like to extend an invitation to viewpoints of more than 600 students Historic Preservation Commission a Karen Terrace address. The First Night Westfield Was Best Ever the adults and teens in Westfield to who have responded candidly about their and other town officials, collectively “Safekeepers” told me it was within attend what I believe could be one of the attitudes toward school, home, their town referred to as the “Safekeepers”) work the law but I still question . . . how did Thanks to Help, Support of Many most important community meetings of and themselves. tirelessly to preserve and safekeep they let this happen? the year: “Listening to Our Youth,” which The meeting will be part presentation/ On December 31, more than 5,000 stunning assortment of performers. will be held on Wednesday, February 2, part open dialogue. We look forward to the charm, character and prestige of I became suspicious when I learned participants enjoyed a safe, fun-filled Elaine Slabe and Darryl Walker or- at 7:30 p.m. in the Westfield High School a lively, interesting discussion, unlike Westfield. that “Mike’s new development,” as community celebration of the arts ganized the spectacular 2000 finale. auditorium. the participation that was not afforded us Reality hit me hard when I was the project has been referred to by a thanks to The Westfield Y, The Carolyn Fleder and Alice Golembo At the meeting, we will announce the during the MSNBC town-wide meeting. glancing through The Westfield town office, is being represented by Westfield Foundation, the Town of organized the school star project results of a recent survey of eighth and Please join us at the Westfield High Leader and I saw the picture of an a former Town Attorney. eleventh grade students. The survey was School auditorium on February 2 to dis- Westfield and all the sponsors who and decorated Westfield store win- adjacent property (i.e., 1079 East For all of these reasons and more continue to support First Night dows with resolutions and hopes for developed by a steering committee that cuss the future of the youth of Westfield. Broad Street) that was being subdi- I have begun a campaign against included clergy, school administrators, Westfield. the New Year. Dr. William J. Foley vided into three lots. Thank you, this action. I encourage everyone to In addition, the Union County Thank you. Your efforts were cer- community youth organizers, counse- Superintendent of Schools Leader, for your coverage! have your voice heard. Go to the lors, parents and students. Westfield Board of Chosen Freeholders and tainly evident. The accolades are We now have the ability to look at the I was indignant about not receiv- Town Council meeting on February PNC Bank, along with other major still arriving. ing notice about the impending ac- 1, attend the Planning Board meet- contributors, helped support the more This event continues to be the suc- Insurance Broker Reappointment tion that will forever change the ing on February 7, call your neigh- than 50 different performances this cess that it is because of the partici- streetscape of Karen Terrace and East bors, enlighten your friends, call year. Sponsors and event donors help pating and cooperation between the Broad Street. But according to the the Mayor, your councilperson and to keep the event affordable for all. town departments, the local organi- Proves Council Political, Agent Says Safekeepers “it’s not required by law your town officials. Tell them you’re All performers and artists are paid zations, clubs and individuals. Those Your article (January 13) regarding cil knows that the fee for this work is — we try to send notices, but illness indignant, you’re opposed or you’re for their performances at First Night of you who helped all year long and the appointment of AGA as broker for set by the bylaws of the Suburban Mu- and the holidays interfered with this outraged or forever accept that you Westfield and this year, because of those of you who volunteered for a the town’s insurance program, clearly nicipal Insurance Fund and, any at- practice.” stood by and let this happen to YOUR the millennium, some charged as few hours are all important. Thank shows that even after a year, and count- tempt to charge the town less than that I was shocked to learn that three TOWN! much as 50 percent more than their you. less discussions regarding how this fee to do the work, would be consid- houses were proposed to be shoe- Lori Zivny regular fees. If you are interested in volunteer- and other appointments are made by ered rebating under state insurance horned onto this historic property Westfield the Town Council, this council contin- regulations. Happy New Year and thank you to ing for First Night Westfield 2001, ues to play political games between the Therefore, all parties who might have the organizing committee and all of please call (908) 518-2983 and leave parties. bid, would have been judged by the Westfield Chamber of Commerce the volunteers who donated their a message in box No. 2. We are In December 1998, I realized, after favors of council, where the main crite- time and efforts to make First Night presently in the process of organiz- 45 minutes of having former council ria would have continued to be either Thanks Music Staff for Service Westfield 2000 the best yet. Bar- ing First Night Westfield 2001. people thank my firm, Bollinger Inc., the bidders party of affiliation, whether bara Karp and Arlene Bertrand or- Julia Black for the 50 years of exemplary service to they were a donor to the local political The Westfield Area Chamber of Com- Music Staff has been a landmark in ganized and scheduled an absolutely Westfield Y the town in our capacity as Risk Man- party of majority and perhaps other merce would like to express its sincere downtown Westfield for so many years. ager, that we were ceremoniously even more subjective criteria. appreciation to Ric Miller and his family It will be fondly remembered and missed for the many years of service Music by all. We are sorry to see Music Staff dumped on a party line vote. Our pro- Councilman Matthew Albano’s Staff has given to the Westfield commu- go, and we wish Ric and his family the Partisan Politics ‘Counterproductive’ gram, which we designed, was handed quote in the paper, that the firm should nity. Their friendly attitude and commit- best in future endeavors. over to the firm owned by a former have been judged on what they did ment to providing all types and styles of Republican mayor. during their tenure over the past year, is Debbie Schmidt At Town’s Local Level, Reader Writes music for their customers, as well as Executive Director While it’s great that Westfield is fi- and on our lives. I find the quotes from Councilwoman also quite amusing. He is a person who special orders and tickets to events Janis Fried Weinstein particularly in- voted to ouster a firm with 50 years of The Westfield Area Chamber of nally a two-party town. (Sorry, Republi- Perhaps The Westfield Leader should through ticket services, will surely be Commerce cans), it is not great that partisan silli- stop identifying elected officials by their teresting, when she says Bollinger service and hand over that same pro- missed in downtown Westfield. should have known these contracts were gram to a firm who did not even submit ness seems, at least from newspaper parties. Maybe then we could judge each up for review again and, perhaps, I a bid in 1998, but rather was handed a reports, to take up so much of our town person and their actions individually. Fanwood Reader Differs With Letter council’s time. Perhaps all mayoral and town council should have followed up. This comes commission of over $40,000, for just It ofen appears as if many of our candidates should run as Independents. from the person who, when asked in being from the correct party. For the Critical of Borough Attorney Appointee elected and appointed officials serve Maybe then our elected officials will December 1998 why a council should record I am a registered Republican, only to challenge the “opposing team.” work together to fully serve the people not renew the contract of Bollinger but not in Westfield. Shame on you, In your January 20, issue you pub- nity.” Partisan politics at the local level is of Westfield, rather than their political with an unblemished record, who de- Mr.. Albano. lished a Letter to the Editor that sug- Mr. Coronato was one of those who counterproductive and obstructionist. We parties. signed the program, and move it to Ms. Weinstein, even if I was given gested that the appointment of Wilfred P. repeatedly stood up to the Dean Oil all live right here, together. The deci- AGA, whose record was questioned by the courtesy of a legitimate notice of Coronato as Borough Attorney was a developer last year at the Planning Board Melissa Stanton sions and behavior of our community Westfield a report from the Union County this process, I am not sure I would have “political favor” and somehow inconsis- hearings. His appointment was no more leaders have a direct impact on our town, Prosecutor’s office, regarding various bid. Why would I subject my firm, or tent with a “desire to better our commu- a “political favor” than the Democrats’ placements of insurance, her response myself to the horrible press that this appointment of the prior borough attor- to the opposition was a loud and clear. and other partisan issues such as Town Deadlines ney 12 years earlier — who, by the way, “Don’t you understand, this is poli- Attorney, Judge and other appointments General News - Friday 4pm chaired the former mayor’s campaign. tics.” have been given over the past three Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm As to being inconsistent with a desire For the record, Ms. Weinstein, I did years. To have you and others on that Classifieds - Tuesday 2pm to better our community, it was Mr. follow up. I called the administrator’s dais make pompous decisions, without Coronato who found a legal way to re- office in early October and was told to regard to what is the right thing for the How To Reach Us scind the recent street lamp contract, write to the mayor’s office. I did, in town, is unjust. Ms. Weinstein, you are E-Mail - [email protected] which former Mayor Maryanne Connelly fact, write to the mayor’s office. I re- overpaid for the one dollar of salary Phone - (908) 232-4407 pushed through in the last 72 hours of her quested to be notified when and if the you receive for your efforts on matters Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 administration. That contract would have contract was to be bid. I heard nothing such as this as a council person for this PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 squandered up to $200,000. Mr. until after the first of the year when I town. In Person - 50 Elm St., Westfield Coronato’s action will save the borough received a call from the Mayor asking Westfielders, I am not oblivious to 1906 Bartle Avenue, Scotch Plains at least $140,000, based on the borough me why I did not submit a bid. I in- the workings of politics, but neither engineer’s estimate. How’s that for bet- formed him that I knew nothing about should you who live in this fine town. Submittal Formats tering our community! it. When told that it was posted in the Vote for people who you know will do Photos - B/W and Color If the appointment of Mr. Coronato Can you believe that Jeeves? Westfield papers, which I receive each the best for the town, not for them- No Panoramic or Polaroid was a “political favor,” then I think we Corzine’s yacht has got to be week, I knew exactly what was going selves and other interested parties, re- Typed, not handwritten should return the favor by thanking Upper and lower case at least 3 years old! on. gardless of their political affiliation. Mayor Louis Jung for making this ap- Poor bugger... Need name & daytime phone pointment. Very simply, it was a weak attempt to Louis Lefevre abide by the ordinance to bid profes- Executive Vice President For our complete editorial policies Thomas J. Sweeney sional services. Everyone on the coun- Bollinger Fowler, Inc. request a copy of our Policy Guide Fanwood CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, January 27, 2000 Page 5 Green Brook Mayor Launches Mrs. Connelly’s Fundraising Jim Florio Pushing Drive for Seventh District Seat Surpasses $222,000 in Bid GREEN BROOK — Green Brook in this region and on the state level,” Mayor Patricia L. Walsh recently she said in a statement released by Hard in U.S. Senate launched her campaign for a seat in her campaign. For Congressional Seat the U.S. Congress at historic Wash- “An overriding concern is the fact ington Rock State Park in Somerset that New Jersey is among the states FANWOOD — In a crowded race filing will show our campaign is Dem Primary Battle County. that sends the most tax money to the for the New Jersey Seventh Con- supported almost entirely by local The contest is federal government, but gets the very gressional Distinct, 1998 Demo- people from every walk of life.” By PAUL J. PEYTON “We must do a better job of pre- cratic candidate and former Over 90 percent of Mrs. Connelly’s Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times venting criminals and children from for the Republi- least back. I will fight to bring more With less than five months to the can primary revenue back here to help the tax- Fanwood Mayor Maryanne S. contributions come from within New getting their hands on guns,” said nomination for payers in our own state,” the candi- Connelly is outpacing the other can- Jersey with more than 50 percent June Primary, former Governor Jim Mr. Florio saidrecently while speak- the Seventh Dis- date added. didates with $222,000 raised for the within the Seventh District. As a Florio is pushing hard in his bid for ing before the Gloucester County trict Congres- Ms. Walsh noted her efforts that upcoming election. result of her efforts to involve more the Demo- Police Chiefs Association. “We’ve sional seat being successfully led the effort to stop a “The unprecedented level of sup- local women in the political pro- cratic Party made some progress toward getting vacated by Bob major Route 22 widening plan. She port for our campaign,” said Mrs. cess, she said her filing will also bid for the guns off our streets, but there’s still Franks. worked with local, state, county and Connelly in a press release, “should show that over 40 percent of her United States much to do.” The district en- federal representatives to achieve this send a strong message that working contributions come from women. Senate seat While in Congress, Mr. Florio said families want a strong candidate Mrs. Connelly’s December filing, Patricia Walsh compasses eastern effort. The project would have dras- being va- he actually supported a constitutional Somerset County, tically increased traffic, impacted who will represent their concerns in combined with recent polls con- cated after 18 amendment to strengthen the death most of Union County, and portions hundreds of residents, devastated Congress.” ducted in the district, confirm the years by Mrs. Connelly’s filing with the strength of her campaign, she said. penalty for convicted murderers and of Essex and Middlsex Counties. businesses, and lost millions of dol- Frank for drug kingpins who order killings. Ms. Walsh is a life-long resident of lars of commercial profits and tax Federal Election Commission ex- “This filing sets the pace for an Lautenberg. ceeds the total amount spent in the aggressive campaign,” said Mrs. One of the biggest issues that Mr. the district and a native of Union revenue in the district, Ms. Walsh Former Florio has on his plate is education. County with a record of politics, gov- explained. 1998 election when she ran against Connelly. “I look forward in the weeks Governor Congressman Bob Franks. After and months ahead to continuing to His top issue in this regard is the ernment and community activity of The candidate concluded by stat- James Florio Jim Florio being outspent 4-1 by Mr. Franks, meet with working families across quality of the nation’s school build- more than 25 years. Elected to the ing, “We live in the greatest nation in said this Green Brook Township Committee in the world, a country that is still grow- Mrs. Connelly said she still fin- the district. I’m hearing a loud and ings. To address this issue he would ished with a strong showing of 46 clear message that people want Con- week that he wants to debate the provide federal assistance to help 1992, she has been Mayor since 1996. ing and changing. I pledge to con- issues with his chief rival, Jon Corzine “I have lived, raised my family, tinue to serve the people in this re- percent of the vote. Mr. Franks is gress to focus on improving our pub- pay the interest on state and local vacating the seat to run for the lic schools, preserving Social Secu- of Summit, former Chairman and bonds issued for school renovation and worked in this district all my life. gion, and to work in Congress to deal Chief Executive Officer of Goldman I have an investment in its past, with the challenges of this new cen- United States Senate. rity and reforming the health care and rehabilitation. present and future. I have listened to tury always in the best interest of the “I am particularly proud,” said system. That’s a message I’m ready Sachs, a major Wall Street invest- In a speech to the New Jersey the people and have effected change United States of America.” Mrs. Connelly, “that our financial to take to Washington. ment firm. League of Municipalities on Novem- “They (the voters) know where I ber 18, he said these efforts could be am coming from, so I’m hoping that achieved through a tax credit as op- Bob Franks Names Bergen County Clerk, Fanwood Republicans he (Mr. Corzine) will assert some posed to a spending program. Mr. independence from his consultants,” Florio said the federal government To Install Officers Mr. Florio told The Leader/Times. Ex GOP State Chair to Senate Campaign FANWOOD — The Fanwood could help states and towns by float- Mr. Florio sees issue differences ing bonds while at the same time NEW PROVIDENCE — Congress- and supporters that each individual Co-Chairmen of the Franks for U.S. Republican Club will install of- with his chief primary rival on sav- ficers for 2000 on Monday, Feb- lowering the interest costs assumed man Bob Franks (R-7th) has named will play an instrumental role in help- Senate Campaign. Mr. LoBiondo rep- ing Social Security and the Death by the federal government. Bergen County Clerk and former Re- ing him in his bid to win the Republi- resents parts of Gloucester, Salem, ruary 7, at 7:30 p.m. at the Com- munity House at the Fanwood Penalty. He also favors a revolving federal publican State Committee Chairwoman can nomination. The GOP in New Cumberland, Cape May and Atlantic On Social Security, Mr. Florio said loan fund so that states can make Kathleen A. Donovon and former New Jersey has not held a U.S. Senate seat Counties while Mr. Saxton covers parts train station on North Avenue. The officers will be as follow: a plan by Mr. Corzine to invest So- loans to towns and school districts to Jersey Senate President Raymond H. in 27 years. of Camden, Burlington and Ocean cial Security Trust Fund monies in Bateman as Co-Chairmen of his United Ms. Donovan and Mr. Bateman, Counties. Sophie Kauchak, President; John build or repair their public schools. Gurley, Vice President; Thomas the New York Stock Market is a The former Governor said of Mr. States Senate campaign. who represented Somerset and Ms. Donovan is currently serving dangerous idea. He said Social Secu- During two campaign stops, first in Hunterdon Counties, join Congress- her third term as Bergen County Clerk. Drubulis, Treasurer, and Chris- Corzine’s unlimited spending ability tine Graham, Recording Secre- rity was never intended to maximize that the candidate needs to tell voters Hackensack and then in Somerville, man Frank LoBiondo (R-2nd) and From 1986 to 1988, she represented profits, but rather about maintaining Mr. Franks told Republican leaders Congressman Jim Saxton (R-3rd) as Southern Bergen and Passaic Coun- tary. where he stands on the issues in an ties as a member of the New Jersey Club meetings will now be held a stabile fund. open forum. General Assembly. In June 1989, she on the first Monday of each month Instead, Mr. Florio has said he “The election should not be about became the first woman to chair the instead of the second Monday. would vote to direct future federal who has the most money,” Mr. Florio Jeff Golkin Officially Opens state GOP. A tentative duel meeting with budget surpluses to the Social Secu- stated. “It’s not an auction; it’s sup- Mr. Bateman served in the Now Scotch Plains is planned for rity Trust Fund until a long-term posed to be an election.” Jersey State Legislature for 19 years Wednesday, February 23, at the comprehensive plan for preserving He said voters should be given the and was the Republican candidate for Scotch Plains Rescue Squad Social Security is developed and Campaign Headquarters Building at approximately 7:30 opportunity to hear the views of all Governor in 1977. He was Majority enacted. candidates “so that people can cast a BOUND BROOK — With more where the people need him and where p.m. With Social Security projected to than 75 supporters looking on, Bound many residents and businesses are and Minority Leader in the Assembly knowledgeable vote.” and served three terms as President of The candidates for the Seventh begin deficit spending, the annual Brook Mayor Frank Ryan cut the still feeling the effects and aftermath Congressional District will be in- He said the primary election is ribbon marking the official opening of tropical storm Floyd, which devas- the Senate and Acting Governor of benefit costs, he said, are expected to about who has the best idea in the New Jersey. vited to attend and give their exceed annual revenues around 2013. of Warren Township Committeeman tated the area this past fall. views on issues. A short ques- areas of education, the environment Jeff Golkin’s Congressional cam- Committeeman Golkin, who Congressman Franks is seeking a The Trust Fund itself is expected to and on what the federal government seat held by Senator Frank Lautenberg tion-and-answer period will fol- paign headquarters located at 14 launched his campaign last winter, low. be depleted by 2032 unless further should due to create safer streets and Hamilton Street in Bound Brook next said in a statement released by his who is retiring after 18 years in the action is taken. upper house of Congress. He is serv- Anyone interested in joining on the issue of taking “weapons of door to the historic Brook Theatre. campaign that the 106th Congress the club may come to the Febru- Mr. Florio said he supports the destruction” off the street. The ceremony was held January 7. will be noted not for what it was able ing his eighth year in Congress and Death Penalty while Mr. Corzine is previously served many years in the ary 7 meeting or call (908) 322- The New Jersey Primary Election Mr. Golkin is among four candi- to foresee, but for what it was unable 3241 for more information. opposed. will be held Tuesday, June 6. dates seeking the Democratic nomi- to foresee. He went on to say that this state Assembly. nation for Seventh District Congres- Congress will be remembered not for sional seat currently held by Republi- what is has achieved, but for what is can Bob Franks. Seven Republicans has failed to achieve on issues includ- are seeking the GOP nomination. 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Miss Doreen Walsh and Michael Coyle Miss Doreen Walsh To Wed Michael Coyle James Joseph Rhodes and Ms. Nicole A. Rosato Mr. and Mrs. James Walsh of Scotch Coyle, both of Long Beach, N.Y. MR. AND MRS. RICHARD A. WELLS Plains have announced the engage- The bride-to-be is a graduate of (She is the former Miss Laura E. McQuaide) ment of their daughter, Miss Doreen Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Walsh, to Michael Coyle. He is the School and earned a Bachelor of Ms. Nicole A. Rosato son of Maureen Coyle and Michael Arts Degree in Sociology from Susquehanna University in Miss Laura E. McQuaide Maloney Family Selinsgrove, Pa. She is currently Engaged to James Rhodes completing her requirements for Marries Richard A. Wells William and Karen Rhodes of Mr. Rhodes, also a junior at Welcomes Daughter special education certification at Montville, formerly of Westfield, Muhlenberg, is a computer science Kean University in Union. Miss Laura E. McQuaide, the carried a full blown pink rose with Mr. and Mrs. Jerry F. Maloney, Jr. Her fiancé, a graduate of daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Basil Kayal baby’s breath. have announced the engagement of major. In addition to his studies at of Westfield have announced the birth their son, James Joseph Rhodes, to Muhlenberg, the future bridegroom Chaminade High School in Mineola, of Mahwah, was married on Satur- Alan C. Partridge of South of their daughter, Muriel Maloney, N.Y., received a Bachelor of Science Ms. Nicole Angelina Rosato. She is is employed as an Information Tech- on Thursday, January 6, at 2:42 p.m. day, November 20, to Richard A. Windham, Vt. was the best man for the daughter of Francis and Cecilia nology Specialist for IBM in Allen- Degree in Investment Finance from Wells. He is the son of Mrs. June K. his brother-in-law. Serving as ushers in Overlook Hospital in Summit. the University of Massachusetts at Rosato of Scranton, Pa. town. Muriel weighed 8 pounds and 14 Wells of Westfield and the late were George Kayal of Mahwah, the Ms. Rosato is a junior psychology The couple plan to be married at ounces and measured 21¼ inches in Amherst. He is employed with an Herbert A. Wells. brother of the bride, and Lewis major at Muhlenberg College in the Muhlenberg College Chapel fol- length at birth. investment firm in New York City. The Reverend Victoria M. Ney Hotaling of Fair Haven, Vt., the Allentown, Pa. lowing graduation in 2001. She joins her sisters, Maeve, 5, and A summer wedding is planned. performed the morning ceremony brother-in-law of the bridegroom. Morgan, 3 ½. in the Chapel of The Presbyterian Matthew Busch of Mahwah, the Registration Set for Tomorrow Muriel’s maternal grandparents are Susan Coen to Discuss Church in Westfield. A reception nephew of the bride, was the ring Roger and Charlotte Weaving of Programs at Luncheon followed at the Bethwood in bearer. Totowa. Selections from the Bible were For Library Internet Classes Wayne. WESTFIELD — Susan P. Coen, Her paternal grandparents are Director of the Union County Divi- Given in marriage by her parents, read by Mrs. Carolyn Partridge of WESTFIELD — The Westfield Me- includes an introduction to the EBSCO Gerald Maloney, Sr. of Littlestown, sion of Cultural and Heritage Af- the bride wore a pale ivory gown South Windham, the sister of the morial Library will hold classes on magazine index. Pa. and Marianne Weyant of fairs, will be the speaker at the First with a square neckline and short bridegroom. Internet searching techniques on Thurs- Some experience with a computer Hohokus. sleeves with elbow-length gloves. The rehearsal party was hosted by mouse is a prerequisite. Individuals with Wednesday Luncheon of the day, February 10, and Friday, February Marian Weaving of Maynard, Mass., Westfield Historical Society on Feb- Pearls adorned her throat and a band the mother of the bridegroom at her 18, from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. no mouse experience must come to the is the baby’s great-grandmother. of seed pearls defined the waist. Small home. In-person or telephone registration will library prior to the day of class for in- ruary 2 at noon at B.G. Fields Res- begin tomorrow, Friday, January 28, at struction and practice. taurant in Westfield. flowers decorated her hair and she A 1983 graduate of Mahwah High the Circulation Desk. The library is lo- Participants must have a valid Westfield Holly Elizabeth Miss Coen will discuss the history, carried an old fashioned bouquet of School, the bride earned her Bach- cated at 550 East Broad Street. Library card to attend. Class size is lim- programs and services of the Cul- ivory roses with pink lilies and white elor of Science Degree in Mechani- This basic course for beginners is ited to eight individuals and classes will Born to Moores tural and Heritage Affairs Division ribbons. cal Engineering from Fairleigh oriented toward using the Internet as a begin promptly at 9:15 a.m. For further and how these programs and services Mrs. Katherine Busch of Mahwah Dickinson University in 1980. tool for research and browsing. It also information, please call (908) 789-4090. Anne and Thomas Moore of Charlestown, Mass., have announced have advanced arts and historical was the matron of honor for her She was awarded a master’s de- Customize your very own wine lable with the birth of their daughter, Holly Eliza- activities, stimulated arts education sister. The bridal attendants included gree in mechanical engineering from Customize your very own wine lable with beth Moore, on Friday, December 24. and cultivated cultural tourism. Mrs. Barbara Hotaling of Fair Ha- Fairleigh Dickinson in 1990 and her your name and date of birth! Holly’s maternal grandparents are Regular attendees of the First ven, Vt., the sister of the bridegroom, Master of Business Administration Dr. and Mrs. Dean Carlson of West- Wednesday Luncheon will be con- and Mrs. Diane Livingston of Degree from the Florida Institute of field. tacted by a committee of the Society Trooper, Pa., a friend of the bride. Technology in 1997. The bride is Her paternal grandparents are Mr. and to verify their reservations. Space Miss Megan McQuaide and Miss employed as a mechanical engineer Mrs. Richard Moore of Granger, Ind. permitting, others are invited to at- Amy McQuaide, the daughters of at the Picatinny Arsenal in Dover. Holly’s great-grandmother is tend. 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A five-week aerobic exercise pro- Monday, February 7, for Scotch Local community organizations The BMD test is non-invasive and gram will be held twice a week on Plains residents. Space permitting, will offer a variety of screenings, painless and is designed to detect Mondays and Fridays, from 10 to 11 non-residents may register starting demonstrations and informational osteoporosis, which is a loss of cal- a.m. The first class dates are March the following Monday, February 14. materials for people of all ages. cium from bones. Screenings will be The cost is $5 for residents and $10 Some of the tests available will done from noon to 8 p.m. that day. Historical Society Sets for non-residents for the entire pro- include cholesterol, diabetes, pul- BMDs are recommended for New Date for Program gram period. monary function, blood pressure, women over the age of 40 and for The other offering will be line hearing, vision, body fat and stroke those over 30 with a history of os- On Houses of Worship dance classes on Wednesdays, March screenings, as well as spinal exami- teoporosis in their family. Even if 1 to April 5, from 10 to 11 a.m. The WESTFIELD — The Westfield HELPING THE HUNGRY…Helen Stevens of Elizabeth, an employee of A & P nations. there are no symptoms of osteoporo- cost is $15 for residents and $20 for As part of the annual event, the Y sis present, it is necessary to estab- Historical Society will present a slide non-residents, with registration start- of Fanwood, recently helped Maurice Fenichel of Fanwood, right, with his will also offer a bone mineral density lish a base line to aid an individual’s and lecture program featuring Rich- ing on February 7 in the Recreation efforts in delivering free frozen turkeys to the Community Food Bank of New ard T. Koles, a photographer, author Jersey in Hillside. She donated two turkeys she had earned at her job, while (BMD) screening. The cost is $40 physician with future diagnosis. Office. Non-residents may register other customers also contributed their turkeys. The Food Bank program and President of Houses of Worship starting February 14. The test to be performed at the in Union County, and author and provides food to over 1,500 charities statewide. For further information on health fair, called a heel scan, in- volunteer opportunities with the Food Bank, please call (908) 355-FOOD. College Woman’s Club historian Jean-Rae Turner, at its gen- Nature Club to Hear Pictured with Ms. Stevens and Mr. Fenichel is store Manager Mike Buck. volves use of the latest ultrasound eral meeting on Monday, January 31, Offers Scholarships technology and does not require dis- at 7:45 p.m. Discussion February 1 robing. It takes less than 15 minutes The program, which was postponed Service League Thrift Shop WESTFIELD — The College and the results will be given to par- from last Thursday due to inclement On Jersey Shorebirds Woman’s Club of Westfield has an- ticipants immediately. weather, will take place in the Com- MOUNTAINSIDE — The Greater nounced that applications will be Attendees will also have an oppor- munity Room of the Westfield Mu- Watchung Nature Club will meet on Features Items for Winter available beginning Monday, Janu- tunity to learn more about cancer, nicipal Building, located at 425 East Tuesday, February 1, at 8 p.m. at the ary 31, for a series of awards that the organ and tissue donation, nutrition, Broad Street. courthouse of the Mountainside SCOTCH PLAINS — The Thrift always welcome. club will present to qualified candi- dates. stress reduction and other topics at Mr. Koles received a Union County Municipal Building, located on Route Shop of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood For further information, please call the health fair. HEART (History, Education and Arts 22, East, and New Providence Road. Service League, located at 1730 East the shop at (908) 322-5420 or (908) The awards, presented to graduat- Second Avenue in Scotch Plains, has 322-8496. If the store is closed, call- ing female Westfield High School In addition, there will be activities Reaching Thousands) grant to locate The courthouse is the second build- for children, including fingerprint- and photograph historic houses of ing and is most easily reached by announced that the shop is stocked ers may leave a message on the an- seniors and young women who are with winter merchandise for all ages. swering machine. presently enrolled in degree pro- ing and fire safety demonstrations. worship, as well as pictures of sanc- entering right from New Providence An interactive dental presentation, tuaries no longer in existence. Road. Men’s and women’s winter coats, The Thrift Shop is a non-profit grams, include four-year scholar- children and infants’ snowsuits, organization run by about 50 volun- ships, freshman grants and other one- fitness testing and a Scrubby Bear Ms. Turner, Secretary of the Union Speaker George Dawson will tell clinic will also be featured. County Historical Society, will pro- the group about New Jersey shore- woolen hats, scarves and mittens are teers. Last year, the Service League year scholarships. still available, along with slippers, donated $42,000 from the shop back Applications, which may be picked For further information, please call vide commentary. A former history birds of the Delaware Bay and their the Westfield Y at (908) 233-2700. teacher, reporter and librarian, she vital relationship with horseshoe boots and ice skates. Dress and ca- into the community and surrounding up from the high school Guidance has written several books with Mr. crabs, as well as what their future sual clothing for the whole family is area. Anyone interested in member- Office, are due back by Friday, March Koles. looks like. The Delaware Bay is one also on hand. ship in the League may call the Mem- 3, for review by the club’s Scholar- Scotch Plains Reveals The public is invited to attend the of the world’s top three migratory Each day a different “Manager’s bership Chairman at (908) 322-5572. ship Committee. presentation at no charge. There will staging areas for shorebirds. Sale” is featured. Items may range To be eligible, high school seniors Circus Trip on March 4 be light refreshments at the end of Guests are always welcome to at- from men’s suits and sport coats for Welcome Wagon Sets must be town residents for at least SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch the program. tend club meetings. $1 to any other inventory item for one year, be graduating at the end of Plains Department of Parks and Rec- half price. On some days, items are New Member Coffee the current academic year and ranked reation will again sponsor a trip to available for a quarter. WESTFIELD — The Welcome in the upper half of the class. They see the Ringling Brothers and Red Cross Chapter Plans A limited pickup service is also Wagon Club of Westfield will host a must also plan to enroll in a four-year Barnum & Bailey Circus on Satur- available. Besides clothing, dona- new member coffee on Tuesday, college program commencing the day, March 4, at the Meadowlands tions of household goods such as March 7, at 8 p.m. Women who are next academic year. Continental Arena. Blood Drive on February 2 linens, toys, children’s books, cos- new to the area or looking for new All evaluative criteria, such as The buses will leave Scotch Plains tume jewelry and kitchen items are activities are invited to attend this grade point average, class rank and at 9:45 a.m. from the Municipal WESTFIELD — The Blood Cen- form of identification. People with Scholastic Assessment Test scores, Building parking lot for an 11 a.m. ter of New Jersey will hold a blood cold or flu symptoms should wait event. Camera Club Plans The club is a non-profit organiza- are listed on the application pack- performance. Tickets are $27 each drive on Wednesday, February 2, at until they are feeling better before age. Young women who are currently the Westfield/Mountainside chapter donating, and there is a 72-hour de- Program Featuring tion which offers a variety of day- for residents and $29 each for non- time and evening programs for enrolled in degree programs may residents. of the American Red Cross, 321 Elm ferral for dental work, including rou- also submit applications. Street in Westfield. tine teeth cleaning. Members’ Work women and their families. The cost includes the show ticket Activities include monthly dinners, Winners are selected on the basis Donors must be 18 years old. Sev- Individuals who have traveled out- FANWOOD — The Plainfield of academics, character, leadership and bus transportation. A limit of enteen-year-olds may donate with side the United States recently are Camera Club, specializing in color couples’ social events, children’s four tickets will be sold to one indi- activities and community service. and financial need, according to parental permission. There is no up- asked to call the Blood Center for slide photography, will feature the Scholarship Committee Chairwoman vidual and every two children must per age limit for donors, provided eligibility criteria. work of its membership on Wednes- Women interested in attending the be accompanied by an adult. upcoming coffee or in obtaining more Karen Miller. they have donated within the last two For more information or to sign up day, February 2, at 8 p.m. at the All winners will be formally hon- Registration will begin on Mon- years or have a doctor’s note. for the blood drive, please call the United National Bank, 45 South information about the club may call day, February 7, for residents and Lori Riding at (908) 301-1494 or ored at the club’s Annual Scholar- Donors should know their Social Blood Center at (800) 652-5663, Martine Avenue in Fanwood. ship Dinner and Awards Ceremony Monday, February 14, for non-resi- Security number and bring a signed Extension No. 140. Parking and the entrance are lo- Susan Kowalenko at (908) 518-0510, dents. For further information, please or visit www.westfieldnj.com/wel- on Tuesday, May 9, at the Echo Lake cated at the rear of the building and County Club in Westfield. call (908) 322-6700. doors open at 7:45 p.m. Each club come on the Internet. Service League to Hold Bag Day at Thrift Shop member will narrate a mini-show of WESTFIELD — The Westfield Service League’s Thrift Shop, located at their work in slides or prints. 114 Elmer Street in Westfield, will hold its annual end-of-winter “Bag Day” Membership is open to individuals on Saturday, February 5. from the area who are 16 or older and On “Bag Day,” customers will be able to purchase a grocery-size paper You’ll Love Shopping at... who are interested in photography and bag for $3 and fill it to the brim with clothing, accessories, books, toys and exchanging knowledge on the subject. household items. There is no limit on the number of bags which can be Half-hour educational programs purchased. are presented monthly by members. On Tuesday, February 8, the shop will be stocked with a large selection Members also participate in critiques, of ladies’, men’s and children’s spring apparel. Patrons may also purchase programs, field trips and fellowship. jewelry, shoes and accessories. Visitors are always welcome. For The Thrift Shop is open for business Tuesday through Saturday, from 9 more information, please call club a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds are donated to local charities. For more information, President Jean Luce of Westfield at please call (908) 233-2530. (908) 233-6276. Comcast Cellular One Only $49.99 This Month’s Special $29.99/month Gets You All This FREE •400 Min. Airtime Each Month (1st 6 months) Case •200 Min. 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Westfield Education Association The Learning Curve Offers Two $1,000 Scholarships Project Connections Program Urges WESTFIELD – The Westfield The WEA Scholarship Committee Education Association (WEA) will and the Executive Council will se- Pupils to Blend Art With Other Topics award two $1,000 scholarships to lect a member of the Westfield High high school graduates. School Class of 2000 for this year’s By KATHY KELLY the teachers quickly sign up for Michael Seiler, President of the $1,000 award. The Barry Judd Me- Traditional scenario: a fifth grade specific dates to present a lesson WEA, will present the scholarships morial Scholarship will be presented class studies the stars. End result: and students as, “What are we do- at Awards Night on Thursday, June 1, to a WEA member’s child who plans they write a report. ing this year for Project Connec- tions?” at Westfield High School. on continuing their education at an Enter Project Connections. This fifth grade class still studies The recently published State accredited institution of higher learn- Standards for the Arts lists inter- SAYING GOODBYE…The third grade class at McGinn Elementary School in Park Library Friends ing. the stars and writes a report, but it Scotch Plains recently bid farewell to student teacher, Megan McKune. As a also creates constellations of the stars, disciplinary education as one of its student at Montclair State University, she has been with the children since the Announce February Both scholarship applications are invents futuristic space vehicles to criteria. For six years now, our stu- beginning of school. The children presented her with a canvas “teacher’s bag” available at the WHS Guidance De- display, design constellation tele- dents have been setting the bench- filled with pencils, stickers, markers and crayons. They wished her good luck in Multi-Media Exchange partment and at WEA members’ re- scopes for viewing by other students, marks and are “ahead of the curve!” her teaching career. She will be a substitute teacher in the spring, so the children SCOTCH PLAINS — The Friends spective schools throughout the dis- To pilot the program for six years, await her return. Pictured, left to right, are: back row, third grade teacher, Joan and makes papier mache reliefs of Costello, and Ms. McKune; front row, Cara Levinson, Allison Lasher, Alexander of the Park Middle School Library of trict. The deadline for both scholar- the Zodiac. watch it move successfully forward Yorkovich, Eliza Ziegler and Michael Roth. Scotch Plains-Fanwood will hold a ships is Friday, March 31. End Result: one wing of the school and then see it finally offered in all Multi-Media Exchange next month. Scholarship applications will be turned into a science wing, a mini the elementary schools is quite ful- The group is looking for donations evaluated on a variety of criteria planetarium. Art and science com- filling. A resounding “thank you” bine and children put into practice also goes to our Parent Teacher Or- Holy Trinity School Posts of gently-used books, computer and including grades, SAT scores, in- ganization which, upon seeing the music compact disks and videos for volvement in school-based activi- what they have learned. Albert Einstein, who lamented the results of the program touch every Catholic Week Events; all ages, but with a primary focus on ties and community services. Ap- study of science as a discipline iso- child in the school, has graciously middle school material. plicants will also have an opportu- lated from humanity, would be so donated funds for the purchase of art All proceeds from the sale will nity to express their personal op- proud of Westfield! materials. To Begin With Masses benefit the Park Middle School Li- tions regarding education and tech- What is Project Connections? How Over the years, the staff has de- brary. nology. Six finalists will be invited does it work? What is it’s relevance veloped numerous lessons, few of WESTFIELD – Holy Trinity The activities will end on Febru- The date of the sale are Wednes- to a personal interview before the to academics? which are repeated from year to day, February 16, from 6 to 9 p.m. at final selection. Six years ago, Project Connec- year, but are redefined to keep each Interparochial School in Westfield ary 4 with a student dress down day experience fresh and challenging. will celebrate Catholic Schools Week and a 12:30 p.m. dismissal. There the Park Middle School Library. Funds for these scholarships are tions began in Franklin Elemen- tary School. Launched out of a We have created six foot dino- from Sunday, January 30, to Friday, will be a faculty luncheon given by Donations are being accepted raised by donations of the WEA mem- saurs for science; model towns for February 4. The theme of this year’s the Home and School Association through Friday, February 11, at the bers. Diana Collins is Chairperson of desire to team teach art and aca- demic subjects, this new venue has social studies; puppets for reading, activities is “Lighting the Way to a and a family roller skating party at Park Middle School Library, 580 Park the WEA Scholarship and the Barry blossomed into a full-fledged pro- papier mache penguins for “P” New Century.” United Skates of America from 1:15 Avenue in Scotch Plains, between 8 Judd Memorial Scholarship. Com- gram operating, as of this year, in week in kindergarten; clay family The week will begin with a special to 3:15 p.m. on that day. a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through mittee members include Dr. James all the Westfield elementary pins for health; murals for Colum- Mass at each parish: the Mass at Our For more information, please call Friday. Moriarty, Frances Trees, Janice schools. bus Day and Thanksgiving; de- Lady of Lourdes Church at 9:30 a.m.; the school office at (908) 233-0484. For further information, please call Sheridan, Rosemary Gagliardi and The main focus is to use art as an signed our own paper to illustrate a Mass at St. Helen’s Roman Catho- (908) 889-1732 or (908) 322-9025. Patricia Filiaci. enhancement to academic subjects, the works of author Eric Carle; lic Church at 9:15 a.m. and a noon Jennifer M. Kassakian to make the learning more interest- created tessellations (structured Mass at Holy Trinity Church. ing and to take the acquired knowl- designs) to better understand math; An open house will then be held at Named to Dean’s List edge to another level. and many more projects too nu- Holy Trinity in the auditorium fol- The classroom teacher and the merous to mention. At Colby College As the art teacher, interacting with lowing the noon Mass. Registration WESTFIELD – Jennifer M. art teacher “brainstorm” to create a “hands-on” approach to the subject. colleagues to create new lessons for for new students will be taken at that Kassakian of Westfield has been time and continue throughout the The lesson is prepared jointly and the children has been gratifying. named to the Dean’s List for the fall The camaraderie of creating the les- week. semester at Colby College in presented to the students as a team. Special events will take place at This approach awakens students to son together, presenting it as a team Waterville, Me. the idea that art does not stand alone and enjoying the “fruits” of our la- the school each day during the week. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ed- as an island in the curriculum, but bors, has fostered a desire to keep Teacher Appreciation Day will be ward Kassakian of Westfield, Jenni- creating new and better ways to held on Monday, January 31; class- rather, as an integral part of the learn- fer is a member of the class of 2000. ing process. enhance Project Connections – now room visitation on Tuesday, Febru- She is majoring in biology with a a vital part of Franklin School’s ary 1, from 9 to 11 a.m.; ice cream concentration in environmental sci- Children who are exposed to art within other environments learn to curriculum. sundaes for students on Wednesday, ence. She is minoring in economics. think “outside the box.” This cre- February 2, and Student Retreat Day Jennifer graduated from Westfield * * * * * High School. ative thought process is then car- on Thursday, February 3. ried over to other subject areas. 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Fund-raiser ON WITH THE SHOW…Over 150 of Westfield’s Washington Elementary School parents and teachers have been rehearsing night and day for the 52nd Annual Washington School show, On With The Show. Performances will be held Thursday, February 3 • 5 to 8pm at Roosevelt Intermediate School on Friday, February 4, at 2 and 8 p.m. Tickets are on a reserved seating basis, and are $6 (afternoon performance) and $8 (evening performances.) Tickets may be purchased by calling the Virtual Box Office at (908) 317-2775, or through Burgdorff ERA Realtors, 600 North Garwood Burger King Avenue, Westfield. Pictured, left to right, are: Allison Fiorino, Laurie Porschetta, Pat Baeder, Dianne Mroz, Anne Green, Mary Jane Gismondi and Karen 251 North Avenue Barash.

Courtney C. Yevich Earns Anne M. Lutkenhouse A Portion of All Inside Sales Will Be Donated Honor Roll Recognition To The WHS Swim Team. Named to Dean’s List At Washington and Lee At Scranton University Come, Bring Your Family & Friends, WESTFIELD – Courtney C. Yevich, a senior at Washington WESTFIELD – Anne M. Have Dinner Out & Support and Lee University in Lexing- Lutkenhouse of Westfield has ton, Va., has been named to the been named to the Dean’s List Westfield High School Swimming! Honor Roll for the fall term. for the 1999 fall semester at the (Be Sure To Stop Inside – Drive-thru receipts don’t count) She is the daughter of Mr. and University of Scranton in Mrs. Robert Yevich of Westfield. Scranton, Pa. ARCHITECTURE ASSIGNMENT…Jefferson Elementary School fifth grad- Please Come and Support WHS Swimming ers celebrated the millennium by studying the construction of majestic cathe- drals and halls in classic Roman architecture. The students researched concepts of the time period, including ambulatory, apse, nave, clerestory, buttresses and triforium. This assignment was part of Project Connections, an interdiscipli- nary program teaching art and academics together. Art teacher Lori DeCoite oversaw the project, along with fifth grade teachers Cindy Andzel, Tania Biznik, Michael Craver and Kareem Thompson. Pictured above, Kelly Hausseguy displays some of the architectural models.

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Westfield High School PTO MOUNTAINSIDE DISTRICT KEEPS ART, MUSIC OFF CARTS Sets February 2 Meeting, Doubling as Town Meeting WESTFIELD – The Westfield High School (WHS) Parent Teacher Mountainside District Conducts Organization will hold a meeting on Wednesday, February 2, in the WHS Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. This event will also be a Town Feasibility Study on Enrollment Meeting and the topic will be “Lis- By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN with 23-24 students per class in grades “You’ve got to have a classroom,” tening to our Youth.” The organiza- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times 6-8. These numbers have risen as declared Dr. Schaller. tion will present and discuss the re- MOUNTAINSIDE — While high as 27 and 28 students in isolated In its programming, sults of the recent 8th and 11th grade Mountainside’s Deerfield School is classes. Mountainside seems committed to student survey on the issues in the lives of our students. not feeling the enrollment crunch According to Dr. Schaller, a feasi- properly preparing its students for READING WITH THEMES…Jefferson Elementary School in Westfield began that is challenging the Scotch Plains- bility study is being conducted by a their transition to Governor All students and their parents are invited to attend. its 2000 Winter Reading Program on January 14. Each week, there will be a Fanwood and Westfield school dis- Somerville-based architectural firm, Livingston High School in Berke- different theme to motivate the students and reinforce the school theme, tricts, Chief School Administrator Jordan & Peace, to look at what ley Heights. Matthew Hanas Receives “Remember the Past – Imagine the Future.” Pictured above, a kindergarten Dr. Gerard A. Schaller said, “We might be done at Beechwood to ready “Under a K-8 roof,” said Dr. class shares their favorite books. have experienced some growth, stu- that facility to accommodate stu- Schaller, “we’re trying to give stu- Dean’s List Recognition dent body-wise, at certain grade dents in kindergarten through grades dents a middle school experience. At Fairleigh Dickinson Winter Reading Program Starts levels.” two or three should the need arise. It’s the way to go to offer students WESTFIELD – Matthew Hanas While all students in grades pre- In addition, said Dr. Schaller, the what is needed before they hit their was named to the Dean’s List at kindergarten through eight are pres- feasibility study should show the dis- high school experience. We do what Fairleigh Dickinson University in At Jefferson Elementary School ently housed in one facility, trict “how to be creative with exist- we think is best for the kids. When Madison for the fall semester. He WESTFIELD – Jefferson Elemen- ent theme to motivate the students Deerfield School at Central Avenue ing facilities by building to accom- they leave for high school, we want also received High Honors for re- tary School in Westfield began its and reinforce the school theme, “Re- ceiving a 3.82 average out of a pos- and School Drive, the Mountainside modate (population) growth and pro- them to be able to compete scho- 2000 Winter Reading Program on member the Past – Imagine the Fu- district owns another building (for- gram.” lastically, academically, in every sible 4.0 average. Matthew is a mathematics major, January 14. ture.” merly known as the Beechwood Unlike neighboring districts, way.” Each week, there will be a differ- The reading theme for January 14 School). Mountainside has not yet had to resort He plans to add two teachers in with a concentration in secondary education. was “Remembering Your Favorite Located on Woodacres Drive, it to measures such as art or music on a the upper grades that will allow Book” and students were asked to houses the Mountainside Board of cart (whereby the specialized teacher Deerfield to institute team teach- Scotch Plains-Fanwood HS Pupils bring in their favorite book. Education and administrative of- travels with her/his supplies from room ing within certain subject areas such On January 21, students brought in fices. to room) to free up classroom space. as social studies, language arts and a stuffed animal or doll to “Cozy Up In addition, the Union County The school administrator decried the reading. Named to Region Band, Chorus With An Old Friend” as they read Educational Services Commission message that the class-on-a-cart ap- During a future board meeting, their books. and Morris-Union Jointure Com- proach sends to the specialized Dr. Schaller is planning to unveil SCOTCH PLAINS – The selec- Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon and tions for the All Region Chorus and All Union counties and represents over 40 Tomorrow, Friday, January 28, all mission leases space at that site for teacher: “Your class isn’t important.” “something different,” which, he Region Band were announced on De- schools. Auditions had been held ear- students will receive a bookmark to special education programs. He referred to the state standards hopes, will help provide some cember 10 by the Central Jersey Music lier that day at J.P. Stevens High School go along with the theme, “Mark Your At Deerfield, the average class that call for demonstrated student needed classroom space going for- Educators Association for Region II. in Edison. Way Through the Millennium.” size in grades K-5 is 22 students, proficiency in performing arts. ward. This region includes all of Once again, Scotch Plains-Fanwood The theme for Friday, February 4, High School (SPFHS) had a very strong will be “Imagine the Future of Read- showing with 16 students selected for ing,” when all children will wear a the Region II Chorus and eight more Annual ‘Quarter Dip’ Event pupils chosen for the Region II Band. themed T-shirt. On Friday, February The 16 students selected represents 11, all students will wear bright col- the most for any school participating in ors because “Our Future Looks Bright Slated by Athletic Boosters this year’s competition. This was the For Reading.” SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Wednesday, February 2, from 6 to best showing ever for SPFHS. Students will keep track of the Plains-Fanwood High School 7:30 p.m. in the SPFHS cafeteria. Courtney McDonald placed first for amount of time their family spends (SPFHS) Athletic Boosters will host The “Quarter Dip” event involves the second year in a row in Soprano I. reading each week. Double time will their 21st Annual “Quarter Dip” on parents of athletes who donate vari- Other pupils chosen for this year’s be given for historical and futuristic eties of food dishes which are then All Region Chorus include: Melissa books and articles. The goal is to Benski, Meryl Bezrutczyk, Ian Bonner, Andrew C. Stein Earns set up buffet style. As participants have each family read 2,000 minutes Cara Bristol, Lindsey Davis, Gary Deans List Recognition proceed through the line, they pay a through the program and to have the quarter for each “dip” or helping of Fletcher, Emma Hiatt, Jessica Gittleman, Laura Kavinsky, Chitra school reach a grand total of one At Washington and Lee food. million minutes read for the new Proceeds from the event support Kalyanaraman, James L’Heureux, WESTFIELD – Andrew C. Stein, Christine Perotta, Rennuel Razal, millennium. a sophomore at Washington and Lee athletic programs at SPFHS. Each year, the Boosters give out college Howard Smith and Ian Wherley. To mark their progress, a bar graph University in Lexington, Va., has scholarships to deserving athletes, The SPFHS Chorus is under the will be constructed outside the received Dean’s List recognition for host award presentation ceremonies, direction of Laurie Wellman. school’s library. It will show grade the fall semester. provide supplies to various teams, Selected for the All Region Band level accomplishments each week Andrew is the son of Mr. and Mrs. host the Senior Athletes Dinner and were: Shawn Lafkowitz, Arpon Mitra, along with weekly totals for the Richard Stein of Westfield. Dan Nelson, Beth Grausso, Catherine school. In addition, large books will other activities and services. Mangan, Bruce Smith, Sarah VonWagner and Kalik Chang. be hung in the school’s hallways to The SPFHS Band is under the direc- represent minutes read. ENGLISH EXPERTS…The English Department of Scotch Plains-Fanwood tion of Vincent Tutoreillo and Durand High School announced that two seniors, Jessica Biegelson and Jay Harris, are recipients of the National Council of Teachers of English Achievement Award Thomas. Delbarton School in Writing. Pictured above, English teacher, Patricia Napor, is thanked by Jay Both groups have been rehearsing and Jessica. Both winners were students of Mrs. Napor in sophomore English. for their Region concerts. The Choral Slates Presentation Concert will be held at Monroe High School on Sunday, January 30, at 2 Of Guys and Dolls p.m. The Band Concert was held on MORRISTOWN – Council of English Teachers January 13 at The College of New Delbarton’s Schola Cantorum Jersey. and Abbey Players will present Recognizes Two Students Guys and Dolls on Friday, Feb- Fanwood Residents ruary 18, and Saturday, Febru- SCOTCH PLAINS – The English to state supervisors of English and ary 19, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Department of Scotch Plains- to NCTE leaders. Named to Dean’s List February 20, at 2 and 8 p.m. in Fanwood High School (SPFHS) re- Carol Senff, Supervisor of Lan- At Johnson & Wales the gallery in Old Main at cently announced that two seniors, guage Arts at SPFHS, commended FANWOOD – Lesley Halas and Delbarton School. Jessica Biegelson and Jay Harris, both students on their recognition. Diana Zaleski, both of Fanwood, Michael Krivak of Westfield are recipients of the National Coun- “Jessica and Jay have always have been named to the Dean’s List will portray Benny Southstreet. cil of Teachers of English (NCTE) stood out as outstanding writers in for the fall term at Johnson & Wales Admission is $7. The school is Achievement Award in Writing. their English classes. It is exciting University in Providence, R.I. located at 230 Mendham Road, Both Jessica and Jay were pre- to see them given national recogni- Lesley is majoring in hospitality Route No. 24, Morristown. sented with the award by SPFHS tion. I’m sure their mastery of the sales and meeting management. For more information, please Principal, David Heisey, at a senior written word will serve them in Diana is majoring in fashion mer- call (973) 538-3231. class meeting. both their future academic and pro- chandising. This year, the National Council fessional pursuits,” she said. of Teachers of English honored 709 HE KNOWS HIS GEOGRAPHY!…Tom Killian, an eighth grade student at Edison Intermediate School in Westfield, won the school-level competition of the high school seniors as outstanding Several Local Residents National Geographic Bee and a chance at a $25,000 college scholarship. Pictured writers. Entrants were selected by above, Tom wears his winning medal and receives a certificate of recognition from the English Department on the ba- Earn Dean’s List Status Edison Assistant Principal Stewart Carey. Westfield’s Social Studies Supervisor sis of ongoing excellence in En- At Univ. of Delaware Dr. Maria Schmidt was also present. The Bee, at which pupils answered oral questions on geography, was the first round in the 12th Annual National Geogra- glish. Westfield residents Matthew S. phy Bee, sponsored by the National Geographic Society. Tom will now take a The 1999 NCTE Achievement Rosen, Heather P. Vlach, Michael written test and if he qualifies as one of the top 100 scorers in the state, he will be Awards in Writing recognizes writ- A. Kotler, Kerry L. Fleming, Laura eligible to compete in the statewide Bee on Friday, April 7. ing excellence based on the stu- K. Dvorak, Lauren M. Castaldo, dents’ sample of their best prose, Maura R. Burstein and Karin M. Area Residents Named and on impromptu themes that are Bizzarro have been named to the To Fall Dean’s List written under supervision. The Dean’s List for the fall semester at number of competitors is based on the University of Delaware. At Quinnipac College the high school’s total enrollment. Scotch Plains residents named to Residents from Mountainside, Jessica and Jay were among 3,000 the list include: Janis L. Acampora, Scotch Plains and Westfield have all students from 50 states, the Dis- Laura A. Biedell, Stacey L. been named to the fall Dean’s List at Scotch Plains, trict of Columbia, Canada and Peterson and Adena Plesmid. Quinnipac College in Hamden, Conn. Summit, Edison, America schools abroad who par- Renu Mehta of Westfield; James J. Fanwood residents David S. Ciasulli, Elizabeth C. DeAnna, Jamie ticipated in the program that is Lasus, Marissa E. Mangione, Jillian Metuchen administered each spring during P. Oels, all of Mountainside, and Mazzagetti and Adam D. Ross were Erik M. Glazner of Scotch Plains, the students’ junior year of high also named to the Dean’s List. have all been named to the list. school. Jessica and Jay are published in a booklet that is sent to directors of Please send all Temple Emanu-El admission at 3,000 two- and four- Education and University year colleges and universities, to Press Releases to: Nursery School [email protected] members of the United States Sen- • Classes for 2 to 4 year olds ate and House of Representatives, • Me & My Shadow Classes • Certified, Experienced Teachers • Lunch Program THE PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL • Enrichment Program 261 South Avenue, East Piano - Keyboard - Organ - Accordion • Computers Strings - Woodwinds - Brass - Voice - Guitar - Drums • Music & Movement Specialists Westfield • (908) 317-5777 Kindermusik classes for ages 2 to 7 • Judaic Content Owned & Operated by The Spears Family Riverwalk Plaza 34 Ridgedale Avenue • East Hanover 281 Main Street • Millburn (973) 428-0405 (973) 467-4688 756 East Broad Street • Westfield • 908-232-7663 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, January 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Kenneth Morris, 84, Choir Member; – Obituaries – Margaret De Castro, 89, Rosarian; Conducted Pioneering Work With Esso Was Active With Local UNICO Kenneth G. Morris, 84, of Aiken, church choir in Westfield for 40 years Margaret M. De Castro, 89, of Drake Business School in Newark. S.C., died on Monday, January 17, at and traveled throughout Europe with Ernest ‘Duke’ Oerfradi, 74, Worked Scotch Plains died on Wednesday, Surviving are Thomas F. De Castro, his home. the group. January 19, at home. her husband of 69 years; a son, Tho- Born in Evans City, Pa., the son of He was a member of the Ameri- For United Parcel Service for 32 Years Born in Newark, she moved to mas P. De Castro; a sister, Emily the late Miles G. and Bertha Sharp can Chemical Society and the Acad- Ernest “Duke” Oerfradi, 74, of Oerfradi; a stepdaughter, Gina; a Scotch Plains in 1948. Pondillo; five grandchildren and two Morris, he had lived in Westfield emy for lifelong learning at the Uni- New Castle, Del. died on Tuesday, brother, Joseph Oerfradi; three sis- Mrs. De Castro had been a secre- great-grandchildren. before relocating to Aiken. versity of South Carolina at Aiken, January 18, at home. ters, Viola Oerfradi, Yolanda Oerfradi tary for 10 years, until 1939, with the Private funeral arrangements were Mr. Morris had been a chemical as well as the 50-Plus Club, the Born in Newark, he had lived in and Pearl Oerfradi, and six grand- Sherwin Williams Paint Company in under the direction of the Rossi Fu- engineer with Exxon for 42 years Senior Men’s Club and the choir at Westfield before moving to New children. Newark. neral Home in Scotch Plains. before retiring. St. John’s United Methodist Church Castle nine years ago. A Mass was offered on Friday, Mrs. De Castro was a member of Memorial contributions may be He did pioneering work at the Esso in Aiken. Mr. Oerfradi had been employed January 21, at St. Peter the Apostle the UNICO Women’s Auxiliary and made to the Scotch Plains Rescue Research Center in Linden, partici- Surviving are his wife, Evelyn Nutt as a driver for the United Parcel Church. the Rosary Altar Society of St. Squad, P.O. Box 325, Scotch Plains, pating in the development of chemi- Morris; two sons, Kenneth G. Mor- Service for 32 years before retiring Arrangements were handled by the Bartholomew the Apostle Roman 07076. cal or catalytic processes for the pro- ris, Jr. of Denver, Colo. and Jeffrey J. in 1987. After his retirement, he Krienen-Griffith Funeral Home in Catholic Church, both in Scotch January 27, 2000 duction of high quality lubricants, Morris of Columbus, Ohio; a daugh- worked as a landscaper for a nursery New Castle. Plains. aviation gasoline and jet fuels. ter, Melinda M. Stahlman of in Westfield. January 27, 2000 She was a 1929 graduate of the Renata Blechinger, 86 During his career, he was also in- Jamesburg; a brother, Miles G. Mor- He was a member of the American Renata M. Blechinger, 86, of strumental in the development of ris, Jr. of Evans City, Pa.; five grand- Legion and St. Peter the Apostle M. Virginia Regenthal, 85, Exxon Retiree; Plainfield died on Wednesday, Janu- new products from or uses for as- children and a great-grandchild. Church in New Castle. ary 12, at Genesis ElderCare-The phalt, resins and wax. A memorial service was held on He served in the United States Served in Navy During World War II Woodlands in Plainfield. Mr. Morris was a member of a Thursday, January 20, at St. John’s Navy during World War II. Born on March 20, 1913 in United Methodist Church. Interment Surviving are his wife, Victoria M. Virginia Regenthal, 85, of January 21, in the August F. Schmidt Sarajevo, Yugoslavia, she was the Richard Graves, Sr., 81 was private. Oerfradi; a son, Michael Oerfradi; Scotch Plains died on Tuesday, Janu- Memorial Funeral Home in Eliza- daughter of Paolo Milchersich, a Richard Walker Graves, Sr., 81, of Memorial contributions may be three daughters, Nancy Oerfradi, ary 18, in the Berkeley Heights beth. Triestine lumber expert, and Plainfield died on Monday, January made to St. John’s United Methodist Deborah Oerfradi and Michele Convalescent Center in Berkeley January 27, 2000 Leopoldine Achleitner, a member of 17, at the Raritan Bay Medical Cen- Church, care of The Organ Fund, 104 Heights. a prominent Viennese family. Mrs. ter in Old Bridge. Newberry Street, NW, Aiken, S.C., Pearl Dreskin, 79 Born in Elizabeth, the daughter Elizabeth F. Jones, 70 Blechinger married her husband, 29801. Pearl Dreskin, 79, of Somerset died of the late Henry F. and Gertrude Reinhold Blechinger, in Celje, Yu- Born on September 16, 1918, in January 27, 2000 Elizabeth F. Jones, 70, of Cochran, Va., he was the eldest son on Wednesday, January 19, in the Lilley Regenthal, she moved to Lambertville died on Wednesday, goslavia. of the late Cordelia and Lewis Graves. Cornelius Goense, Jr. Central New Jersey Jewish Home for Scotch Plains in 1950. January 19, in the Hunterdon Medi- She and her family fled to Austria during World War II. Mrs. Blechinger Mr. Graves had been employed for Cornelius L. Goense Jr., 70, of the Aged in Somerset. Ms. Regenthal had been a secre- cal Center in Raritan Township. many years at the Westfield Depart- Pembroke Pines, Fla., died on Sun- Born in Newark, Mrs. Dreskin had tary for the Exxon Corporation for Born in Westfield on August 13, had worked for a number of interna- ment of Public Works until his retire- lived in Colonia and Westfield be- 25 years before retiring in 1980, 1929, the daughter of the late Werner tional refugee organizations in day, January 16, at Memorial Hospi- Salzburg before emigrating to the ment in 1984. tal in Pembroke Pines. fore moving to Somerset in 1998. and was a member of its annuitants and Hattie Frickman, she had lived He was a veteran of World War II Born in Grand Rapids, Mich., he She was predeceased by her hus- club. there and in Green Brook, United States in 1957. She had lived in and served in parts of Europe and band, Bernard Dreskin. She was a member of the Histori- Wilmington, Del. and Bayville be- Cranford before moving to Plainfield. had lived in Roselle for many years She had a career for more than 30 North Africa. before relocating to Pembroke Pines Surviving are a daughter, Sherri cal Society of Scotch Plains and fore moving to Lambertville 15 years He was predeceased by a daugh- 15 years ago. Bruder; a son, Jerold Dreskin; a sis- Fanwood. ago. years in the travel business before ter, Betty Ann Ward, in 1981. ter, Dinah Cartine; seven grandchil- Ms. Regenthal served in the She had worked as a telephone retiring in 1978. He was a United States Army vet- Mrs. Blechinger attended the Con- Surviving are his wife of 50 years, eran of the Korean Conflict. dren and a great-grandchild. United States Navy during World operator for many years and was last Mary Faye Graves; a son, Richard W. Mr. Goense had been employed by Services were held on Friday, Janu- War II as a Yeoman Third Class. employed by Sears Roebuck Store in servatory of Music in Frankfurt, Ger- many. Graves, Jr. of Old Bridge; two daugh- Overlook Hospital in Summit as a ary 21, in the Menorah Chapels at Services were held on Friday, Wilmington, Del. ters, Wendy Cross of Plainfield and Millburn in Union. Surviving are two sons, R. Dean She was predeceased by her hus- groundskeeper for 10 years before January 27, 2000 Odessa Timpanaro of Manalapan; retiring in 1985. Prior to that, he had Jones of Flemington and Russell band in 1968 and earlier by a son, seven brothers, Harry Graves, Sr. Glenn Jones of Castleton, Vt.; a Reinhold Blechinger. worked for Allen Packing in Linden Augustus Bender, 81, Princeton Graduate; Surviving are another son, Peter and Joseph Graves, Sr., both of West- as a butcher for more than 20 years. daughter, Janet Marr of Hubbardton, field, James Graves, Sr. of Scotch He was a member of the Knights of Vt.; a brother, Werner Frickman of Blechinger of Scotch Plains; three Plains, Howard Graves, Sr. of North Had Been Executive at Several Firms Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; a sister, Louise granddaughters and a great grand- Columbus Council No. 11410 in daughter. Plainfield, Jessie Graves, Sr. of Pembroke Pines. Augustus J. Bender, 81, of Scotch Surviving are Jane Bender, his wife Davies of Long Neck, Del., and 10 Hampton, Va., George Graves, Sr. of He was predeceased by two sons, Plains died on Tuesday, January 18, of 47 years; a son, James A. Bender; grandchildren. Private funeral services were held South Plainfield and Thomas Graves, in Overlook Hospital in Summit. two daughters, Diane Bender and Memorial services were held on at the Memorial Funeral Home, 155 Jeffrey Goense in 1974 and Donald South Avenue in Fanwood. Sr. of Mesa, Ariz.; two sisters, Shirley K. Goense in 1996. Born in Elizabeth, he had lived in Lisa Bender; two sisters, Joan Bender Saturday, January 22, at the Johnson of Scotch Plains and Harriet Surviving are his wife of 46 years, Westfield before relocating to Scotch and Sally Campagna, and five grand- Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home in Memorial donations may be made Dance of Newport News, Va., and Plains three years ago. children. Flemington. Interment was private. to Habitat for Humanity in Plainfield. Constance Bellis Goense; two daugh- January 27, 2000 January 27, 2000 two grandchildren. ters, Deborah Goense of Linden and Mr. Bender had been the Director A Mass was offered on Saturday, Funeral services were held on Fri- Laura Ann Branch of Hainesport; a of National Sales for Combe Inc. of January 22, in St. Helen’s Roman day, January 21, at the Metropolitan sister, Betty Lou Toth of South White Plains, N.Y., where he worked Catholic Church in Westfield. Michael Gonnella, 75, Was Partner Baptist Church in Scotch Plains. In- Plainfield; a brother, James Goense for 15 years before retiring in 1986. Arrangements were handled by the terment followed at Fairview Cem- of Mountainside, and three grand- Previously, he had been National Higgins and Bonner Echo Lake Fu- In Solid Waste Equipment Business etery in Westfield. children. Sales Director for Fabrige in New neral Home in Westfield. January 27, 2000 York City and for Shulton Inc. of January 27, 2000 Michael Gonnella, 75, of Surviving are his wife, Margaret Services were held at Thursday, Mountainside died on Monday, Janu- DiLorenzo Gonnella; a daughter, Fred Ginsburg January 20, at the Werson Funeral Clifton. Mr. Bender received a bachelor’s Evelyn H. Rountree, 86 ary 24, in Overlook Hospital in Sum- Norma Jean Friend; three sons, An- Fred Ginsburg of Scotch Plains Home in Linden, followed by a Mass mit. thony Gonnella; Michael Gonnella at St. Joseph the Carpenter Roman degree in geology from Princeton Evelyn H. Rountree, 86, of died on Tuesday, January 18, in Hol- University. Born in East Orange, he had resided and Thomas Gonnella; a sister, lywood Memorial Hospital in Holly- Catholic Church in Roselle. Burial Bedminster died on Monday, Janu- in Westfield for many years before Annette Buldo; a brother, Joseph was at Clover Leaf Memorial Park in He was a member of the Princeton ary 24, at home. wood, Fla. Club in New York City and the Echo moving to Mountainside in 1954. Gonnella, and five grandchildren. Born in Brooklyn, he had lived in Woodbridge. Born in West Orange, she had lived January 27, 2000 Lake Country Club in Westfield. Mr. Gonnella was a partner with A Mass of Christian Burial will be Springfield and Mountainside be- in Point Pleasant before relocating to his brother, Joseph Gonnella, for the offered tomorrow, Friday, January fore moving to Scotch Plains. He Barbara Holstein, 57, Hadassah Member; Bedminster in 1955. last 20 years in Solid Waste Equip- 28, at 10 a.m. in the Holy Trinity also maintained a residence in Mrs. Rountree was a member of ment, Inc. of Westfield, a firm deal- Roman Catholic Church in West- Hallendale, Fla. Was Former Resident of Scotch Plains the National Audubon and Wildlife ing in the sales and installation of field. Interment will take place in Mr. Ginsburg had co-owned Jo- Society. sanitation compactors. Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. seph Redegeld Inc. Wholesale Sta- Barbara J. Holstein, 57, of Palm Graveside services were held in Her husband, Albert L. Rountree, He had previously been the owner Arrangements are being handled tionary in Elizabeth for 45 years City, Fla. died on Friday, January 21, Palm City on Monday, January 24, in 3rd, died in 1997. of Golden Dawn Dairies in West- by the Dooley Colonial Home, 556 before retiring in 1991. in Columbia Presbyterian Hospital the Forest Hills Memorial Park. Surviving are a son, Albert Rountree field, the largest distributor for Westfield Avenue in Westfield. He was predeceased by his wife, in New York. Arrangements were under the di- of Westfield and two grandsons. Raritan Valley Farms in Somerville. January 27, 2000 Jeanne Shtrax Ginsburg. Born in Newark, she had lived in rection of the Forest Hills Funeral Funeral services will be held to- Surviving are a son, Stephen Scotch Plains before moving to Palm Home in Palm City. day, Thursday, January 27, at 10 a.m. Ginsburg, and a grandchild. City 13 years ago. January 27, 2000 in the Memorial Funeral Home, 155 John P. Welkner, 79, Was Machinist; Services were held on Friday, Janu- She was a life member of Hadassah South Avenue in Fanwood. Inter- ary 21, in Beth David Cemetery in and a member of the Organization of Anna Miklas, 100 ment will follow at Fair View Cem- Served in Navy During World War II Elmont, N.Y. Rehabilitation Through Training. Anna Marusic Miklas of Scotch etery in Middletown. In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- John P. Welkner, 79, of Fanwood Douglas J. Welkner, in 1974. Arrangements were handled by the Surviving are a daughter, Tracy Plains, who celebrated her 100th died on Friday, January 21, at Over- Surviving are his wife, Anita Menorah Chapels at Millburn in Snyder; her mother, Lillian Goss, birthday in August, died on Thurs- tions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 815, Eliza- look Hospital in Summit. Guerriero Welkner; two brothers, Rob- Union. and a sister, Debbi Farkas. day, January 20, in Muhlenberg Re- Born in Akron, Ohio, he had lived ert J. Welkner of Brooklyn and Arthur January 27, 2000 gional Medical Center in Plainfield. beth, 07207-0815. January 27, 2000 in Brooklyn and Garwood before Welkner of La Mesa, Calif., and a Born in Czechoslovakia, she had moving to Fanwood in 1957. sister, Adele Maloney of Toms River. Alice Pinkin, 75, Was Office Manager; lived in Newark and Hillside for 50 Barbara Mastroianni Mr. Welkner had been employed Services were held on Tuesday, years before moving to Scotch Plains Barbara Mastroianni, 38, of Scotch as a machinist with the Accurate January 24, in the Memorial Funeral Active With Rosary Society and GOP 10 years ago. Bushing Company in Garwood for Home, 155 South Avenue in Mrs. Miklas was a member of the Plains died on Saturday, January 22, Alice M. Mann Pinkin, 75, of Brick She was predeceased by her hus- in Muhlenberg Regional Medical 45 years before retiring. After his Fanwood. Senior Ladies Guild of the Zion retirement, he worked part-time for Memorial donations may be made died on Saturday, January 22, at band, Wallace Pinkin. Lutheran Church in Clark. Center in Plainfield. Robert Wood Johnson Hospital in Surviving are three sons, James Born in Plainfield, she had lived in L&B Typo in Scotch Plains. to the Fanwood Volunteer Rescue She was predeceased by her hus- He served in the United States Squad, 218 Forest Road, Fanwood, New Brunswick. Pinkin of Westfield, Thomas Pinkin band, Paul Miklas, Sr. Fanwood before moving to Scotch Born and raised in Linden, she had of Maryland and Robert Pinkin of Plains. Navy during World War II. 07023. Surviving are two sons, Paul Miklas He was predeceased by a son, January 27, 2000 lived in Garwood for 40 years before California; two daughters Nancy and Walter Miklas; six grandchil- Mrs. Mastroianni was a 1981 moving to Brick 12 years ago. Salwitz of East Brunswick and dren and seven great-grandchildren. graduate of the Katherine Gibbs Edward Gilinsky, Part of Most Decorated Mrs. Pinkin had been an office Maryanne Troyk of Illinois; a brother, A funeral service was held on Business School. manager for Wisner Manufacturing Ralph G. Mann; 12 grandchildren Monday, January 24, in the Zion Surviving are her husband, Flight Crew in North Pacific During War in Mountainside for over 20 years and two great-grandchildren. Lutheran Church. Dominick Mastroianni; two daugh- before retiring in 1987. She was the A Mass of Christian Burial was Arrangements were under the di- ters, Marissa Mastroianni and Lauren Edward Gilinsky of Neptune City Howell; a sister, Rachel Grindlinger of President of the Brick Rosary Altar offered on Tuesday, January 25, at rection of the Werson Funeral Home Mastroianni; her parents, John and died on Friday, January 21, in the Mountainside, and four grandchildren. Society and a member of the St. St. Anne’s Roman Catholic Church in Linden. Gilda De Cristofaro, and two sisters, Jersey Shore Medical Center in Nep- Services were held on Sunday, Anne’s Rosary Altar Society in in Garwood. Burial took place in Memorial donations may be made Gina Rossman and Tina Ferrara. tune. January 23, at the Bloomfield Coo- Garwood. Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. to the Zion Lutheran Church, 559 A Mass was offered yesterday, Born in Lithuania, he had lived in per Jewish Chapels in Ocean Town- She was an officer in the Garwood Arrangements were under the di- Raritan Road in Clark. Wednesday, January 26, in the Im- South Plainfield before moving to ship. Interment was at New Mount Republican Club and a member of rection of the Dooley Funeral Home, January 27, 2000 maculate Heart of Mary Roman the shore area 20 years ago. Lebanon Cemetery in Iselin, the Garwood Veterans of Foreign 218 North Avenue in Garwood. Catholic Church in Scotch Plains, Mr. Gilinsky had been a buyer for Woodbridge. Shiva was observed at Wars Auxiliary. She was also a mem- Memorial donations may be made Obituaries Continued following the funeral from the Rossi Tepper’s department store in Plainfield the Gilinsky residence. ber of the Lion Head Lionettes to the American Cancer Society. Funeral Home in Scotch Plains. for 30 years, retiring in 1975. January 27, 2000 Woman’s Club of Brick. January 27, 2000 On Page 11 January 27, 2000 He served with the most decorated flight crew in the North Pacific Theater during World War II, receiving a Fly- ing Cross with an Oak Leaf and an Air Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. Medal with two Oak Leaf clusters. ® Why should you plan He was a member of Temple Beth CONTACT Caring & Courteous Service to the Torah in Ocean Township and of the We Care, Inc. Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 Bradley Beach Seniors Harmony We’ll listen and help your own funeral? Club. 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By DOUG McCULLEY wrong time. cember 29, in the Aventura Medical Services were held on Sunday, The news flash sends a chill down Peterson also points out that one of Center. January 2, at Lakeside Cemetery in the spine: I know some Seton Hall the surprises as we get older is that Born in Brooklyn on December Miami. students living on campus. Both of we come to see that often “there is no 14, 1926, he had lived in Westfield Arrangements were under the di- my children are currently living on real correlation between the amount for 34 years before relocating to rection of the Riverside-Gordon college campuses. of wrong we commit and the amount Aventura. Memorial Chapel in North Miami The news was so tragic — three of pain we experience. An even larger He had practiced pediatrics in Beach, Fla. 18-year-olds killed. Others will have surprise is that very often, “there is Westfield for more than 30 years January 27, 2000 huge physical obstacles to overcome something quite the opposite: We do prior to his retirement in 1998. if they do indeed survive the first 72 right and get knocked down. We do Dr. Feinsmith was Assistant Pro- Eleanor M. Watts, 81 hours. the best we are capable of doing, and fessor of Pediatrics at Columbia Pres- Eleanor Marie Watts, 81, of Our hearts go out to the families just as we are reaching out to receive byterian Hospital in New York City. Hickory, N.C., died on Friday, Janu- and friends of these young students. our reward, we are hit from the blind He was also an attending physician HONORED FOR SERVICE… Mariann Ramage, left, outgoing moderator for ary 21, in the North Carolina Lutheran the Presbyterian Women of The Presbyterian Church in Westfield, is thanked And we must endeavor to do more to side and sent reeling.” (Peterson, In- in Pediatrics at Overlook Hospital in Home in Hickory. for her dedicated service by incoming moderator Ann Fontana during the prevent such accidents. troduction to the Book of Job, The Summit and formerly served in that Born in Binghamton, N.Y., Mrs. group’s recent holiday dinner. Naturally, people have always had Message.) capacity at Muhlenberg Regional Watts had lived in Westfield before questions about tragic deaths and Many superb books, such as “When Medical Center in Plainfield. moving to Hickory. suffering. Jesus was asked about one Bad Things Happen to Good People;” He received his undergraduate Mrs. Watts was a retired sales rep- Presbyterian Women Reveal “When God Doesn’t Make Sense;” degree from the University of Arkan- such event. Near Jerusalem, some resentative. zealots had ambushed some Roman “The Problem of Pain” and “Disap- sas and a master’s degree in Public She was a graduate of the Women’s pointments with God” try to explain Health from the University of Miami soldiers. For revenge, the Roman College of Greensboro, N.C. Program Calendar for 2000 Governor, Pilate, sent some soldiers suffering. But the book of Job doesn’t in Florida. Surviving are a daughter, Mary He received his medical degree WESTFIELD — Presbyterian presenting “The Wonderful World of into the Temple grounds and killed figure out suffering or God. The main Ellen Watts Furkey; a son, C. John Women of The Presbyterian Church Hats.” some of the worshippers who had point seems to be: “You can learn to from the University of Berne in Swit- Watts, 3rd; a sister, Marion O. Hines; • zerland and completed an internship in Westfield have announced their Saturday, November 4, 9 a.m. to traveled all the way from Galilee. trust God even in the midst of unfair- three brothers, George E. Ortleb, program schedule for the year 2000, 4 p.m., “The Silver Snowflake Christ- Apparently, some people assumed ness, even in the midst of suffering.” at Beth Israel Hospital in Newark. Charles L. Ortleb and Robert F. He did his pediatric residency at beginning with a preview of this mas Bazaar.” that since something horrible had Right now, I weekly visit with a Ortleb, and five grandchildren. year’s Bible Study theme, “Old Songs • Thursday, November 16, noon happened, that they had “deserved” friend who is battling cancer and Children’s Hospital in Newark. A Mass was offered at on Tuesday, Dr. Feinsmith was an officer of the for a New Millennium: A Study of — Thank Offering Luncheon and it. When Jesus was asked about the who the doctors give little hope of January 25, in St. Bernard’s Catholic Psalms,” which will take place to- Annual Meeting, with the Reverend surviving much longer. The patient Union County Medical Society for Church in Rockaway. brutal deaths, he replied, “Do you many years and had served as its day, Thursday, January 20, at 9:30 Christina McCormick discussing think those murdered Galileans were is often in terrible pain, yet she en- Arrangements were under the di- a.m. The speaker will be the Rever- “The Agape Project.” dures. Her faith genuinely sustains President. rection of the Hickory Funeral Home, • worse sinners than anyone else from He was the author of many scien- end Vicky Ney. Coffee will precede Friday, December 1, 6.30 p.m. Galilee? Not at all.” her. She has learned to trust the heart Hickory. the discussion. — Christmas Dinner and Installa- tific papers and for many years was January 27, 2000 He went on to ask, “What about of God in spite of her pain. team physician for the Westfield High Consisting of nine informal groups tion of Officers, with a program pre- In Luke 13, Jesus seems to indi- called Circles, the women meet sented by the Westfield High School the 18 crushed to death the other day School football team. Bag Piper to Perform when a tower they were building cate that news about tragic events He was an intercollegiate boxing monthly at various times of the day Chorale. should sober us to think about our and evening for Bible study and mis- In addition to these programs, Pres- collapsed? Were they worse than their champion during his undergraduate This Sunday Morning neighbors? Not at all.” own lives and our faith. The question years at the University of Arkansas. sion focus. The mission study for byterian Women have special projects At St. Paul’s Episcopal 2000 is entitled “The Year of the and interest groups, which provide When we were children, if we remains for each of us – “Have I Surviving are his wife, Seena disobeyed our parents, we would learned to trust the Heart of God?” Feinsmith; a son, Todd Feinsmith of WESTFIELD — Bag piper John Child.” For mothers with young chil- numerous opportunities for volun- dren, one circle provides baby-sit- teering. suffer consequences. That we can Others have, in spite of their hurt. We Nisbet will perform during the morn- may not understand why God allows Ensemble Leonarda ing service this Sunday, January 30, ting. The Sewing Group makes blan- understand. In his introduction to the Other upcoming programs are as kets, afghans pillows and sweaters book of Job, Eugene Peterson cor- tragedy and suffering, but we need to at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 414 learn, as Job did, to trust God’s heart. To Perform Sunday East Broad Street in Westfield. follow: for local hospitals and Elizabethport. rectly observes that it is undeserved Mr. Nisbet has performed at this • Thursday, February 17, 9:30 a.m. The Quilting Group and Craft Group suffering that bothers us. That is why * * * * * At Methodist Church – Coffee, followed by a presentation create items to sell at the Presbyte- we try to find out what or who to Doug McCulley is the minister of the WESTFIELD — Ensemble service on several past occasions. All are invited to attend. of “Trip to Kikuyu,” with speaker rian Women’s Christmas Craft Ba- blame when tragedy strikes. We are Scotch Plains Christian Church, 1800 Leonarda will present a concert of Barbara Ringk. zaar. Profits benefit local and inter- uncomfortable with the fact that we Raritan Road. He is a Licensed Counse- Baroque Chamber music at the First • Thursday, March 16, noon — national mission projects. are vulnerable to tragedy. We can lor serving with the Beacon Light Coun- United Methodist Church, located at Faith Lutheran Slates seling Center, Watchung, and co-author Birthday Luncheon with a program Monthly gatherings, which fea- just be in the wrong place at the of the book “Maturity Is a Choice.” 1 East Broad Street in Westfield, on Communion Services presented by The Presbyterian ture various speakers and programs, Sunday, January 30, at 4 p.m. Women Players. are open to everyone in the church PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE The program will primarily fea- On Thursdays at 12:15 • Thursday, April 20, 9:30 a.m. — and community. All programs take ture works by composers of the Coffee, followed by discussion with place at the Church Parish House, SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE French and German Baroque. NEW PROVIDENCE – Faith SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Lutheran Church, located at 524 Wendy Thode, Associate for Chris- 140 Mountain Avenue in Westfield. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Ensemble Leonarda has been ac- tian Education. For additional information on DOCKET NO. F-8453-98. DOCKET NO. F-10333-99. tive as an early music ensemble for South Street in New Providence, will offer a spoken communion service • Thursday, May 18, 7:30 p.m. circles, programs, reservations/tick- CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE GREENPOINT MORTGAGE CORPO- nearly 15 years and has performed Mother/Daughter Dessert, with a ets and volunteer opportunities, CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. MIGUEL RATION, PLAINTIFF vs. ANA LUCIA throughout the New York metropoli- on the first Thursday of February, A. VARGAS, ET ALS, DEFENDANT. RAMIRES A/K/A ANNA, ET AL, DEFEN- March, and May at 12:15 p.m. program featuring Irish step dancers. please call Presbyterian Women at CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DANT. tan area, Washington D.C. and Vir- • Thursday, October 19, 9.30 a.m. the church office, (908) 233-0301. DATED SEPTEMBER 17, 1998 FOR SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, ginia. Scheduled for February 3, March 2 and May 4, the service will last — Coffee, followed by Sally Rand OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED OCTOBER 22, 1999 FOR SALE The group takes its name from By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Isabella Leonarda (born circa 1641) between 20 and 30 minutes and is tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- designed to accommodate local em- Jewish Customs and Heritage public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by an Italian from the convent of St. County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Ursala, Novarra and a composer of ployees on their lunch hour and area residents for whom whole Sunday Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, numerous masses, motets and other To be Focus of Church Series THE 23RD DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY church music. Its members formed morning worship is inconvenient. WESTFIELD – On four Sundays House at 140 Mountain Avenue. 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said THE 2ND DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 For more information about the next month, The Presbyterian Church “What Is a Jew?” will be the topic day. All successful bidders must have 20% at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All the ensemble while participating in of their bid available in cash or certified successful bidders must have 20% of their the early music program at the Thursday lunch time services or other in Westfield will offer an Adult Educa- for the first program. The final three worship opportunities at the church, check at the conclusion of the sales. bid available in cash or certified check at the Peabody Conservatory in Baltimore. tion series on Jewish customs and heri- lectures will delve into signs and sym- The judgment amount is $153,459.92. conclusion of the sales. A $10 donation will be received at please call (908) 464-5177 or send tage. The public is invited to attend. bols of the Christian-Jewish calendar. THE PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LO- The judgment amount is $65,076.56. the door. For further information, an e-mail to: Miriam Charme, a member of In addition to teaching and educa- CATED IN THE CITY OF ELIZABETH, IN MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. [email protected]. THE COUNTY OF UNION, AND THE COUNTY: Union STATE OF NEW JER- please call (908) 233-4211. Temple Emanu-El in Westfield, will tion degrees from Hebrew Union, STATE OF NEW JERSEY. SEY. conduct the lectures. She holds an Mrs. Charme attended Seton Hall TAX BLOCK NO. 10; LOT NO. 700. STREET AND STREET NO.: 161 Fulton Presbyterian Church First Baptist Church education certification from Hebrew University, Graduate Division of DIMENSIONS OF LOT (APPROX.): 40 Street. Union College-Jewish Institute of Judeo-Christian Studies, Interreli- X 100 FEET. TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK: 2, LOT: Announces Program NEAREST CROSS STREET: SPRING- 505. To Help Needy During Religion. gious Institute. FIELD ROAD. DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 25 feet x 68 feet. On Prayer Instruction The series, part of the Triangle PREMISES COMMONLY KNOWN AS: NEAREST CROSS STREET: 25 feet ‘Souper Bowl Sunday’ St. Bart’s Rosarians 713-15 FLORAL AVENUE ELIZABETH, from Second Street. WESTFIELD — Dr. Robert Bible Class program, will begin at WESTFIELD — The Presbyte- 9:15 a.m. on February 6, 13, 20 and 27 NEW JERSEY. There is due approximately the sum of Harvey, Senior Minister of the First Slate ‘Game Night’ There is due approximately the sum of $68,533.26 together with lawful interest and rian Church in Westfield will join in the Christian Lounge of the Parish $174,507.46 together with lawful interest costs. more than 15,000 congregations in Baptist Church of Westfield, will SCOTCH PLAINS — St. lead a four-week course entitled and costs. There is a full legal description on file in celebrating “Souper Bowl Sunday” Parenting Workshop Bartholomew’s Rosary Altar Soci- There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. by collecting $1 each from people as “Teach Me to Pray,” beginning to- ety will hold its first meeting of 2000 the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn day, Thursday, January 27, and con- On ‘Smart Discipline’ on Monday, February 7, following The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. they leave worship services on Janu- this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH ary 30 to benefit local programs. tinuing on February 3, 10 and 17. the 7:30 p.m. Mass. Sessions will take place from 7 to Scheduled at Church RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF This year, The Presbyterian Church This will be the annual “Game SHERIFF WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., Attorneys will donate the money it collects to 7:45 p.m. in the Pastor’s classroom WESTFIELD – The First United Night,” for which members are asked HUBSCHMAN & ROMAN, Attorneys 737 Stokes Road on the third floor of the church, lo- Methodist Church and the Westfield to bring a small gift. All the women 318 Bergen Boulevard P.O. Box 1088 the Westfield Community Center and Palisades Park, New Jersey 07650 Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 the Westfield Neighborhood Coun- cated at 170 Elm Street. Neighborhood Council will sponsor of the parish are invited to attend and “There are a lot of people out there a parenting workshop entitled “Smart CH-754110 (WL) CH-754871 (WL) cil. to bring a guest. Refreshments will 4 T - 1/27, 2/3, 4 T - 1/6, 1/13, “Souper Bowl Sunday” began in who, for one reason or another, be- Discipline” on Wednesday, Febru- be served. 2/10 & 2/17/00 Fee: $161.16 1/20 & 1/27/00 Fee: $167.28 1990 when the Youth Fellowship of a lieve in prayer, but feel very inad- ary 2, at 7 p.m. at the church. South Carolina church began recruit- equate about their ability to pray. The program, presented by Molly ing other churches. Each individual This class will teach them the skills Barber, will instruct parents on ways to church sends the money it collects to and give them the confidence to pray, improve self-esteem in children and a local mission in their area. and can take them to a higher level techniques to get them to cooperate. Last year, $2.5 million was raised and more peaceful existence than Registration is encouraged and a $5 to help hungry people and others in they have ever known before,” Dr. donation is requested but not required. need across the country. Harvey said. The snow date for “Smart Disci- Dr. Harvey will offer 15 minutes pline” will be Wednesday, February PUBLIC NOTICE of instruction and discussion of prayer 16. The church is located at 1 East and dedicate 30 minutes to the prac- Broad Street in Westfield. SHERIFF’S SALE tice of prayer. The course is open to To register or for further informa- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, the public. For more information, tion, please call the church’s Educa- DOCKET NO. F-11043-99. please call (908) 233-2278. tion Office at (908) 233-4211. COMMERCIAL CREDIT CORP., PLAIN- TIFF vs. ANDRES R. JAMBRINA, DE- FENDANT. Good News CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED NOVEMBER 15, 1999 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Call to Me and I will answer you, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY and will tell you great and hidden THE 16TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All successful bidders must have 20% of their things which you have not known. bid available in cash or certified check at the conclusion of the sales. The judgment amount is $80,911.39. Jeremiah 33:3 The Gospel BEING THE PREMISES KNOWN AS THE CITY OF ELIZABETH, COUNTY OF UNION AND STATE OF NEW JERSEY. LOT NO. 867, BLOCK NO. 8. DIMENSIONS OF LOT: N/A. NEAREST CROSS STREET: N/A. COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 608 JACK- SON AVENUE, ELIZABETH, NEW JER- SEY. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE SHERIFF OF UNION COUNTY. There is due approximately the sum of $84,758.57 together with lawful interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF THE LAW OFFICE OF MICHAEL A. ALFIERI, Attorney Suite One 187 Route 34 Matawan, New Jersey 07747 CH-754951 (WL) 4 T - 1/20, 1/27, 2/3 & 2/10/00 Fee: $171.36 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, January 27, 2000 Page 13 Check it out on the website! Sports Section - pages 13-17 www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS High School Sports - pages 13-16 THORNTON LEADS DEVILS WITH 13, MANAHAN HITS 10 Lady Devils ‘Run and Shoot’ Cardinal Cagers Down, 56-41

By DAVID B. CORBIN Manahan provided several assists and lined midway through the quarter. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Jesenia Gonzales took the offensive Although Coach Marino normally Blue Devil Head Coach Joe Marino lead, firing in five points. Thornton continually substitutes to keep his found an opportunity to play all of his and Manahan contributed two each. girls’ legs fresh, he noticed that the girls and they did what they had to do Defensively, Griffeth was on fire and Cardinals were tiring in the third to outrun and shoot down the blocked four shots, before being side- quarter. The result was the opportu- Plainfield Cardinals, 56-41, in West- field on January 22. Courtney Thornton and Karen Manahan burned the net for 13 and 10 points, respectively, to lead the Blue Devil girls. Taking advantage of speed and quick passes from sophomore point- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times guard Jackie Cusimano, Thornton GRABEL UNRAVELING THE PRETZEL…Raider Mike Grabel, top, has wrist control on the left and shoots a half to and Manahan struck quickly in the free his right leg from the clench of Blue Devil Justin Reyes. Grabel won his 160 lb. bout, 8-1. first quarter, scoring nine and six points, respectively. Senior Val Griffeth provided four points to push the Devils to a 19-11 lead. Obviously, KIVETZ PINS, GRABEL WINS, COUSAR EDGES WILLIAMS the Cardinals were ready to shoot as they got four points each from Quaderah Caver and Anika Whatley and three from Alicia Mauldin. Raider Wrestlers Win Sixth; Commenting on the Blue Devils’ style, Marino said, “If we can run the score on teams, that’s what we will do. That’s our goal!” Jump on Blue Devils, 43-15 Each team continued to play a fast- break style of game, but errant passes By DAVID B. CORBIN three takedowns and two penalty over Dan MacDonald in 3:01, using and nervous shooting resulted with a David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times points to defeat a scrappy John a throw to a headlock. low scoring 11-4 Blue Devil advan- SURROUNDING A CARDINAL…Blue Devils Jackie Cusimano, No. 32, and The Raiders were expected to win Leonardis, 8-1, at 119. A good dem- A real back-and-forth battle oc- tage in the second quarter. This time, Val Griffeth, No. 33, surround a Cardinal in an attempt to get the ball. and it happened as the Scotch Plains- onstration of top-control was shown curred at 140, but Blue Devil Dave Fanwood High School wrestling team by Blue Devil Ethan Powell as he Geenberg prevailed with a takedown improved to 6-1 with a 43-15 victory blanked Pat Romeo, 4-0, at 125. Powell in overtime to win 12-10 over Charles ANZELONE WINS DISTANCE DOUBLE nity to play all of his girls, and it over the rebuilding Blue Devil squad temporarily caught Romeo in a back Lee. Geenberg initiated with a worked as the Blue Devils extended in Westfield on January 19. Blue double-arm bar in the second period, takedown, yielded an escape and a their lead to 48-24 with an 18-9 run. Devil Mike Kivetz recorded a big pin then added a reversal in the third. takedown, then regained the lead, 4- “The Plainfield girls were getting and Raider Mike Grabel rolled to “Ethan has been one of our most 3, with a reversal toward the end of Blue Devils Girls Capture tired. So, we started to work until we another victory, but the premier bout consistent wrestlers. He busts his butt the first period. Each wrestler added got a nice little cushion,” said Marino. was at 215 where Raider Gary Cousar, everyday in practice,” said Blue Devil two points in the second period, but “We put new legs in there to keep our wrestling up a weight class, defeated Head Coach Glen Kurz. “He doesn’t Lee took a 9-6 lead early in the third. Union County Track Title starters’ legs fresh. It helped us with Brian Williams, 10-6. care who he wrestles. He still makes Geenberg added two takedowns and the press.” Exceptional running on the part of Senior Maura McMahon finished Seven Blue Devils got into the Sophomore Matt DeNicholo got a few mistakes, but he is reducing his Lee had an escape to push the bout junior distance runner Alexis the Raiders rolling when he pinned mistakes.” into overtime. second in the two mile event with a third-quarter scoring assault with Anzelone provided the clout to give time of 12:50.1 and third in the mile Cusimano providing the lead with a 103 lb. Joe DeCampo in 3:07 using a Another talented Raider, Lucas “He gave away a lot of points, but the Westfield High School girls in- reverse chin chancery and an arm Francavilla accumulated three he still came back,” commented Kurz at 5:50. Kyle Legones took fourth in three-pointer and a short jumper, and door track team the team title at the the mile at 5:50.9 and Rachel all that was needed was reasonable bar. Then Dave Loewinger received takedowns, a three-point nearfall and of Geenberg. “But I would rather win Union County Championships at a forfeit at 112 to give the Raiders a four penalty points to grab a 13-0, in overtime than lose.” Ackerman grabbed fourth in the two containment in the final period. Dunn Arena in Elizabeth on January mile with a time of 13:12.9. Kristen Leonardis pumped in four 12-0 lead. majority decision over Gil Arbitsman Blue Devil Kyle Swingle at 145 19. The Blue Devils totaled 60 points Mike Loewinger, who has been at 130. Next 135 lb. A. J. Romeo put scored a reversal with just :11 left to Also, senior Blue Devil Heather points in the final quarter while to overcome the Elizabeth girls who Dennis crossed the finish line second Cusimano and Thornton added two wrestling very well this season, earned the Raiders ahead, 25-3, with a fall secure a 5-2 decision over Pete Civins. finished second with 46.5. Grabel upped his record to 9-1 with in the 440-yard event with a time of each. As a result, due to the substitut- Anzelone poured it on to win the 1:06.5 followed by Jill Koscielecki of ing, the Blue Devils went through an 8-1 decision at 160 over Justin mile in 5:45.1, then endured to win Reyes who recently dropped from Scotch Plains-Fanwood at 1:06.7. hot and cold offensive spells, scoring the two mile event in 12:29.2. But a Raider Erin Kelly took top honors in big in the first and third quarters and 171. Grabel scored three takedowns team can not just win on the merits of and a reversal but continually worked the 880 event with a time of 2:35, modestly in the second and fourth. one runner and the Blue Devils re- Blue Devils Adrianne Blauvelt at “It was because of the change of for a pin; however, the tough Reyes ceived help from several athletes. would not give in. CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 “I was trying to work my arm bars but they weren’t working too well this time,” commented Grabel. “I basically rode him out, and when he got up, I took him down. I was actu- ally pretty successful on my feet.” Wrestling probably one of his best bouts of the season and taking advan- tage of his slick barrel roll, Kivetz at 171 narrowed the team score to 28- 15 with a fall over a strong Greg Paterson in 5:06, using a double grapevine maneuver. “It works to my advantage when the strong kids try to come under- neath me, because I can slip under and use my barrel roll,” explained Kivetz. “I did have to retreat though on one barrel roll when he had a good grip on me.” Raider Wesley Warchol received a forfeit at 189, then the bout between Cousar and Williams, wrestling just his second bout of the season, proved David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times to be exciting. Cousar seized a HOLDING ONTO CONTROL…Blue Devil Brian Williams, left, attempts to takedown but Williams escaped with keep control on Raider Gary Cousar in the 215 lb. class. After a battle, Cousar a standing Gramby roll. Cousar added won, 10-6. CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 KYLE SWINGLE CRADLES STEMBRIDGE IN 4:30 Blue Devil Matmen Stagger Upcoming Cardinals, 48-34

By DAVID B. CORBIN junior Kyle Swingle prevented the “The team actually has come a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times match from becoming even more in- long way. We finally won a match The name Kehler usually catches teresting with a fall over veteran after about 15 years. We still have a attention, especially in Westfield. Cardinal James Stembridge in a cru- lot more to do. Today, our 103 pounder This time a more competitive cial bout at 145. and our 130 pounder didn’t make Plainfield High School wrestling For many years, Plainfield had been weight and our heavyweight was hurt. team, under the direction of former unable to place enough wrestlers on I would like to get all 14 weight Westfield High School wrestler Doug the mats, but Kehler, in his first year classes filled,” commented Kehler. Kehler provided an interesting match, as Cardinal Head Coach, beefed up “As you can see it was a close match. falling 48-34 to the Blue Devils in his team and won its first match in We gave up a lot of forfeits. It’s a Westfield on January 21. Blue Devil memory a few weeks ago. matter of numbers, getting more kids out. We have one senior and the rest are freshmen or sophomores.” After each team yielded a forfeit, John Leonardis put the Blue Devils ahead 12-6 with a fall over Jose Salazar in 1:18, using an arm bar an a half nelson. Later, Cardinal Leslie Collins recorded a 9-0, majority de- cision over Dan MacDonald at 135, narrowing the Devils’ lead to 24-10. At 140, Cardinal Mike Stembridge thinned the score to 24-16 by pinning Dave Geenberg in :31 with a half nelson. But Swingle averted disaster, using a never-give-up attitude to record his fall. Stembridge charged like a ball of fire, scored a first-period takedown then added two reversals and two nearfalls while yielding a reversal to take an 11-2 lead into the final pe- riod. Swingle charged back with a David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times superb barrel roll takedown and PUTTING OUT THE LIGHTS…Blue Devil John Leonardis, top, at 119 puts clamped Stembridge in a cradle to the finishing touch on Cardinal Jose Salazar in 1:18. CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 Thursday, January 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Raider Wrestlers Win Sixth; Viking Hoopsters Plunder Jump on Blue Devils, 43-15 Roselle, 46-20, Ridge, 41-22 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Once again, the Viking defense the Vikings went on a 9-1 run to smothered their opponents and rolled a takedown, but Williams countered him but I was giving up too much soundly secure the victory. weight,” said Cousar. “I tried to get to a 46-20 win over the Roselle High Johnson and Mortkowitz both with a Peterson reversal. School girls basketball team in my takedowns from the side instead scored four points while Jill Sinnott Williams tied the score with an Roselle on January 18, then iced the escape then took a 6-4 lead with a of going straight in because of the and Amanda Kelly had two each as weight difference. I couldn’t do too Red Devils of Ridge, 41-22, in Scotch the Vikings boosted their record to takedown in the second; however, Plains on January 21. Jackie Huber much on top so I cut him free to get 12-2. Kathy Kelly had nine points as Cousar reversed with :07 left in the had a field day in the second half period to tie the score. Cousar es- another takedown.” Ridge slipped to 5-6. against Roselle, scoring 10 of her “Brian’s got to be more offensive. Union Catholic 11 8 14 13 46 caped early in the third and added team-leading 12 points, then led the He let Cousar into his legs,” com- Roselle 5 6 6 3 20 another point when Williams was Vikings with 15 points against Ridge. penalized for fleeing the mat. Time mented Kurz. “He is a much better Ridge 7 11 3 1 22 wrestler than that. Although Cousar Viking defense ruled in every quar- Union Catholic 12 10 10 9 41 was running down and Williams ter against Roselle, especially in the is a good wrestler. I’m sure that Brian seemed on the verge of tying the bout final quarter as they starved Roselle with a takedown but he got greedy is not happy, but he is trying to get back into his groove.” 13-3. Shrita Smith scored 10 points, Highlanders Rout and attempted to add an immediate Stephanie Green netted six, Kenyall Raider heavyweight Matt Loomis nearfall. Instead, Cousar got the Johnson and Tammy Colangelo had takedown and the victory. showed Nick Clark the lights in 1:37 Ridge Girls, 51-33 GUARDING THE GOAL…Ryan O’Donohue, unseen, makes a diving save to four each and Hope Loeffler and Lisa “Coach wanted me to try to pin to finalize the match. keep Westfield in the game. Chris Schwartz, No. 6, and goal tender James Junior Jen Calabrese netted 20 Donovon hold their positions anticipating the play. Mortkowitz added two each. Against the Red Devils, the Vi- points and led the Governor kings turned on the defense in the Livingston High School girls basket- Montclair Topples Feighner Ignites second half and nearly made scoring ball team to a 51-33 trampling of for them extinct. Smith, who totaled Ridge in Berkeley Heights on Janu- Devil Icemen, 4-1 Raider Cagers 14 points, sank six points in the third ary 18. Maya Monroe sank 12 for the Highlanders who rose to 7-3. The Westfield High School ice quarter as the Vikings outscored the hockey team battled Montclair on Senior Katie Feighner went on a Red Devils, 10-3. But the final quar- Ridge (5-5) 11 10 6 6 33 January 19 at their home rink in scoring spree and led the Scotch ter was worse for the Red Devils as Gov Livingston 13 20 5 13 51 Warinanco Park in Roselle. Montclair Plains-Fanwood High School girls was forced to be satisfied with a basketball team to a 56-43 burning of three-point victory due to the Blue the Cardinals in Plainfield on Janu- Devils’ strong defense team: Chris ary 18. The victory lifted the Raiders’ Schwartz, Matt O’Neill, John record to 6-6. Burnham, Ryan O’Donohue and Feighner laid in 10 points in the Ryan Burke. first half as the Raiders took a 27-18. Blue Devil goalkeeper, James Also sophomore Briana Gray added Donovon, was a bulwark against the fuel to the Raiders’ fire, burning the 35 shots on goal pelting by the oppo- net for 14 points. Erin Gillooly had nents. In the second period after three eight points and Nawja Glover scored scores by Montclair, Max Langford seven while Kellie LaForge and Lind- swept the puck into the net with the say Pennella had four each. Alicia assistance of Dave Strassberg. Maudlin scored 18 for the Cardinals. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Montclair scored its last goal well Sc Plans-Fanwood 13 14 16 13 56 HITTING THE SWITCH…Blue Devil Ethan Powell, front, starts to hit a switch into the third period, finalizing the Plainfield (2-9) 8 10 12 13 43 on Raider Pat Romeo. Powell won his 125 lb. bout, 4-0. score at 4-1. The Blue Devils fin- ished with 13 shots on goal. WEIGHT BREAKDOWN: Cardinals Fly Over Roselle Cagers Rap 103: — DeNicholo (SPF) p. DeCampo, 3:07 Westfield’s season started in a 112: — D. Loewinger (SPF) won forfeit rough manner with the loss of play- 119: — M. Loewinger (SPF) d. Leonardis, 8-1 ers who, last year, helped the team to Devil Boys, 60-38 Viking Boys, 48-40 125: — Powell (W) d. P. Romeo, 4-0 reach state level competition. How- A scoring frenzy coupled with de- After being deadlocked, 24-24, at 130: — Francavilla (SPF) md. fensive stubbornness in the first half Arbitsman, 13-0 ever, the last three games have shown David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times the half, the Union Catholic High 135: — A. Romeo (SPF) p. MacDonald, 3:01 that the Blue Devils have begun to set the pace for the Plainfield High WAITING FOR THE HAND SLAP…Raider heavyweight Matt Loomis, top, School boys basketball team faded 140: — Geenberg (W) d. Lee, 12-10, OT develop the teamwork and stamina School boys basketball team to win looks at the referee and waits for the hand slap on the mat to record the fall. and fell to Roselle, 48-40, in Scotch 145: — Swingle (W) d. Civins, 5-2 necessary to qualify. With strong of- convincingly over Westfield, 60-38, 152: — No Bout Plains on January 18. Kurt Simmons, 160: — Grabel (SPF) d. Reyes, 8-1 fensive leaders like, Brandon Kape, in Plainfield on January 22. Dan however, fired in 14 points and 171: — Kivetz (W) p. Paterson, 5:06 James Chororos, Derek Lartaud, and DeSerio led the Blue Devils with 13 blocked five shots to lead the Vi- 189: — Warchol (SPF) won forfeit Max Langford, their is strong poten- points. Local Area High School kings. 215: — Cousar (SPF) d. Williams, 10-6 tial for success. The Cardinals soared like eagles to Hwt: — Loomis (SPF) p. Clark, 1:37 Will White pumped in 10 points, Montclair 1 2 1 4 seize a 33-8 lead at the half and Joey Green sank eight and Chris PUBLIC NOTICE Westfield 0 1 0 1 extended the lead to 48-16 by the Wrestling Results: Gainey had three for the Vikings. final quarter. Jay Cook finished with SHERIFF’S SALE Markowitz, 11-7 Roselle (6-6) 11 13 14 10 48 Special Thanks: 11 points for the Blue Devils while JANUARY 19: SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Cranford 60, Elizabeth 12 160: — Drew Corsilli (M) d. Walter Union Cath (2-9) 12 12 11 5 40 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Jeff Weber and Jim McKeon each Braxton, 4-0 Special thanks must be given to West- had five. The Cougars pounced on the Min- DOCKET NO. F-4470-94. field High School ice hockey player Roselle Park 62, A. L. Johnson 6 PUBLIC NOTICE ROUSSEAU MORTGAGE CORPORA- Ryan Burke who provided the informa- Westfield (2-10) 4 4 8 22 38 utemen and improved to 6-3. TION, PLAINTIFF vs. ALICE THOMAS, Plainfield (8-3) 14 19 15 12 60 KEY BOUTS: The Panthers improved to 9-0 after SHERIFF’S SALE ET ALS, DEFENDANT. tion on the Westfield/Montclair game. 112: — Pat Daly (C) d. Amin Queen, 9-5 this rout. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, 135: — Greg Brown (C) p. Jamar Walker, 3:52 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DATED MAY 10, 1999 FOR SALE OF PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 140: — Rob Verhoeven (C) p. Derrick JANUARY 21: DOCKET NO. F-2931-98. MORTGAGED PREMISES. Davis, 4:39 MIDFIRST BANK, PLAINTIFF vs. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE 160: — John Donofrio (C) p Corey Gary, 4:58 Roselle Park 55, Union 12 LAWRENCE A. GRIFFIN, ET ALS, DE- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, 171: — Greg Donofrio (C) p. Dolce Jean The Panthers asserted dominance. FENDANT. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Lewis, 3:03 KEY BOUTS: CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, DOCKET NO. F-14210-98. DOCKET NO. F-21075-97. 215: — Ishmael Medley (E) p. Dave Peist, 5:08 112: — Dan Appello (RP) p. Dom Guista DATED NOVEMBER 25, 1998 FOR SALE Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY CHASE MORTGAGE COMPANY, SOURCE ONE MORTGAGE SER- 130: — Graham Markel (U) d. Rory OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. THE 16TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 PLAINTIFF vs. NOEL I. MEDIAN, ET AL, VICES CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. Rahway (4-1) 60, Manville 12 Adams, 7-3 By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All DEFENDANT. GLORIA MARTINEZ, ET AL, DEFEN- The Indians mangled the Mustangs. 135: — Bryan Garrison (RP) p. Rich tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by successful bidders must have 20% of their CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DANT. KEY BOUTS: Growney, :58 public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union bid available in cash or certified check at the DATED OCTOBER 6, 1999 FOR SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, 112: — Gene Ronkiewicz (Ra)p. Ralph 171: — Doug Schoening (RP) d. Barry County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, conclusion of the sales. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED OCTOBER 1, 1999 FOR SALE McGinnis, :38 Stein, 15-9 Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY The judgment amount is $64,462.14. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. 145: — Jesse Campanelli (Ra) d. Mike Hwt: — Mike Lodato (U) d. Nate Mooney, 5-4 THE 16TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 The property to be sold is located in the tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Town of Elizabeth in the County of Union, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Brearley 62, Chatham 13 successful bidders must have 20% of their and State of New Jersey. County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union PUBLIC NOTICE The Bears improved to 10-4. bid available in cash or certified check at the Commonly known as 710 Livingston Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS KEY BOUTS: conclusion of the sales. Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07206. THE 9TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting 119: — Altay Vigilante (B) p. John Viola, :24 The judgment amount is $125,410.85. Tax Lot No. 718 in Block No. 7. at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All THE 9TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 of the Township Council of the Township of 135: — Adam Skordinski (C) md. Mike The property to be sold is located in the Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 50 successful bidders must have 20% of their at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Scotch Plains, held in the Council Cham- Puorro, 12-2 City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, and feet wide by 100 feet long. bid available in cash or certified check at the successful bidders must have 20% of their bers in the Municipal Building of said Town- 145: — Attila Vigilante (B) p. Alex Barron, 1:20 the State of New Jersey. Nearest Cross Street: Beginning at a point conclusion of the sales. bid available in cash or certified check at the ship on Tuesday, January 25, 2000, there 152: — Giancarlo Pesantez (B) p. Eric Commonly known as: 51 Parker Road, in the most westerly line of Livingston Street, The judgment amount is $92,315.55. conclusion of the sales. was introduced, read for the first time, and Fritsch, 4:28 Elizabeth, New Jersey. one hundred (100) feet northwesterly from Municipality: CITY OF ELIZABETH, The judgment amount is $62,630.56 passed on such first reading, an ordinance 160: — Rick Miceli (B) p. Mike Masceroli, 4:10 Tax Lot No. 1158-G in Block No. 11. the corner formed by the intersection of the COUNTY OF UNION. Municipality: Elizabeth. entitled: Dimensions of Lot (Approximately) 62.07 most northerly line of Seventh Street with the Street Address: 442 FULTON STREET, JANUARY 22: Street Address: 88 Fourth Street. AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING X 44.31 X 50.58 X 25.86. most westerly line of Livingston Street. ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07206. Rahway 75, New Providence 3 Tax Lot: 3. GAMES OF CHANCE ON SUN- Nearest Cross Street: Situate at a point in There is due approximately the sum of Tax Lot: 22. Tax Block: 385A. DAY, JUNE 11, 2000 IN THE The 6-1 Indians massacred the the Northerly line of Parker Road, 131.77 $77,656.10 together with lawful interest and Tax Block: 22 Approximate dimensions: 31.95 feet by TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH feet Westerly from the corner formed by the costs. Approximate dimensions: 100 x 25 FEET. defenseless Pioneers. 35.29 feet. PLAINS intersection of the same with the Westerly There is a full legal description on file in Nearest Cross Street: FIFTH STREET. Nearest cross street: East Jersey Street. The purpose of the ordinance: To allow Roselle Park 54, North Plainfield 12 line of Westminster Avenue. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of any charitable organization to conduct games There is due approximately the sum of The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn $98,948.98 together with lawful interest and The 11-0 Panthers handed the 6-1 $66,835.83 together with lawful interest and of chance (raffles) on Sunday, June 11, $144,836.45 together with lawful interest this sale. costs. Canucks their first defeat of the season. costs. 2000 provided steps are taken to secure a and costs. RALPH FROEHLICH There is a full legal description on file in KEY BOUTS: There is a full legal description on file in license for the holding of same. There is a full legal description on file in SHERIFF the Union County Sheriff’s Office. 119: — Dan Appello (RP) d. Nick Griffen, 9-4 the Union County Sheriff’s Office. A public hearing will be held on Tuesday, the Union County Sheriff’s Office. GOLDBECK, MC CAFFERTY & MC The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn 125: — Lou Panetta (RP) d. Mike The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn February 8, 2000, at 8:00 p.m. in the Council The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn KEEVER, Attorneys this sale. Maldony, 7-0 this sale. Chambers of the Municipal Building, or any this sale. Sentry Office Plaza RALPH FROEHLICH 135: — Rory Adams (RP) p. Dave Miller, 1:42 RALPH FROEHLICH time and place to which a meeting for the RALPH FROEHLICH Suite 420 SHERIFF 140: — Bryan Garrison (RP) p. Greg SHERIFF further consideration of such ordinance shall SHERIFF 216 Haddon Avenue PLUESE, ETTIN, BECKER & Monticello, 3:31 PLUESE, ETTIN, BECKER & from time to time be adjourned, and all CARKHUFF & RADMIN, PC, Attorney Westmont, New Jersey 08108 SALTZMAN, Attorneys 171: — Doug Schoening (RP) md. Brian SALTZMAN, Attorneys persons interested will be given an opportu- 598-600 Somerset Street CH-754575 (WL) A DIV. OF KATZ, ETTIN, LEVINE McFarlane, 12-4 A DIV. OF KATZ, ETTIN, LEVINE nity to be heard concerning such ordinance. North Plainfield, New Jersey 07060 4 T - 1/20, 1/27, 905 North Kings Highway 905 North Kings Highway A copy of same may be obtained from the A. L. Johnson 39, Manville 38 CH-754233 (WL) 2/3 & 2/10/00 Fee: $179.52 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 4 T - 1/20, 1/27, CH-754932 (WL) office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park Av- The Crusaders lassoed the Mustangs. CH-754936 (WL) enue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, between 2/3 & 2/10/00 Fee: $167.28 PUBLIC NOTICE 4 T - 1/13, 1/20, 4 T - 1/13, 1/20, KEY BOUTS: 1/27 & 2/3/00 Fee: $159.12 the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Mon- 112: — Jim Coler (J) p. Ralph McGinnis, 1:37 1/27 & 2/3/00 Fee: $159.12 day through Friday by any member of the SHERIFF’S SALE 145: — Joe Majocha (J) d. Mike PUBLIC NOTICE general public who wants a copy of same SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Markowitch, 3-2 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE without cost. SHERIFF’S SALE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, BARBARA RIEPE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DOCKET NO. F-1356-99. SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE Township Clerk PUBLIC NOTICE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, NORWEST MORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, 1 T –1/27/00, The Times Fee: $31.62 DOCKET NO. F-9711-99. TIFF vs. VICTOR H. ANGULO, ET AL., CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS DEFENDANT. DOCKET NO. F-19763-98. DOCKET NO. F-8138-99. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, TRUST COMPANY, PLAINTIFF vs. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, PENN FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK, A MIDWEST FINANCIAL ACCEPTANCE PUBLIC NOTICE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DONALD W. GABLE AND MARY GABLE, DATED MAY 28, 1999 FOR SALE OF USA CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. INTI DOCKET NO. F-13300-99. RESOLUTION HIS WIFE, DEFENDANT. MORTGAGED PREMISES. SANTIAGO BARTOLO A/K/A SANTIAGO CORPORATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS, WORLD SAVINGS BANK, FSB, PLAIN- OF THE ZONING BOARD OF CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- F. BARTOLO AND BERTHA F. BARTOLO, OCCUPANTS, CLAIMANTS, THEIR TIFF vs. ELIZABETH M. GREEN, ET AL, ADJUSTMENT DATED NOVEMBER 12, 1999 FOR SALE tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by H/W, DEFENDANT. HEIRS, DEFENDANT. DEFENDANT. OF THE TOWNSHIP OF OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, SCOTCH PLAINS By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, DATED OCTOBER 18, 1999 FOR SALE DATED NOVEMBER 1, 1999 FOR SALE DATED NOVEMBER 22, 1999 FOR SALE WHEREAS, the Zoning Board of Adjust- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. ment of the Township of Scotch Plains will public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union THE 23RD DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- require the services of an attorney during County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by 2000; and Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY day. All successful bidders must have 20% public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts THE 16TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 of their bid available in cash or certified County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Law (NJSA 40A:11-1, et seq.) requires that at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All check at the conclusion of the sales. Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY the Resolution authorizing the award of a successful bidders must have 20% of their The judgment amount is $143,565.50. THE 2ND DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 THE 9TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 THE 16TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 contract for professional services without bid available in cash or certified check at the The property to be sold is located in the at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All competitive bids be publicly advertised. conclusion of the sales. City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, New successful bidders must have 20% of their successful bidders must have 20% of their successful bidders must have 20% of their NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED The judgment amount is $155,555.13. Jersey. bid available in cash or certified check at the bid available in cash or certified check at the bid available in cash or certified check at the by the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED Commonly known as: 236 Lt. Glenn conclusion of the sales. conclusion of the sales. conclusion of the sales. Township of Scotch Plains, County of Union, IN: City of Elizabethy, County of Union, in Zamorski Drive, Elizabeth, New Jersey The judgment amount is $85,425.66. The judgment amount is $259,520.70. The judgment amount is $82,887.45. State of New Jersey that ANTHONY D. the State of New Jersey. 07206. The property to be sold is located in the The property to be sold is located in the MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. RINALDO, JR., an attorney of the State of PREMISES COMMONLY KNOWN AS: Tax Lot No. 155 in Block No. 5. City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State City of Elizabeth in the County of Union COUNTY: Union, STATE OF NEW JER- New Jersey, with offices located at 405 23-25 Loomis Street, Elizabeth, New Jer- Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 50.00 of New Jersey. and the State of New Jersey. SEY. Westfield Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey, sey. feet wide by 100.00 feet long. Commonly known as 544 Fulton Street, Premises commonly known as: 106 STREET AND STREET NO.: 77 Grove be appointed as Attorney to the Zoning Board TAX LOT NO. 5, BLOCK NO. 864. Nearest Cross Street: Situate at the inter- Elizabeth, Park, New Jersey. Livingston Street a/k/a 106 First Street, Eliza- Street. of Adjustment for the period January 13, APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: 100 X section of the Southeasterly side of Lt. Glenn Tax Account No. 03-580. beth, New Jersey. TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK: 13, 2000 to January 11, 2001. 50. Zamorski Drive (formerly Caspian Street) Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 25 Tax Lot No. 350 W02 in Block No. 2. LOT: 560. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this NEAREST CROSS STREET: First Av- and the Northeasterly side of Third Avenue. feet wide by 100 feet long. Dimensions of Lot (Approximately): 68.47 DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 100 feet x 35 contract is awarded without competitive bid- enue. There is due approximately the sum of Nearest cross street: Situate on the south- feet x 100.00 feet x 131.53 feet x 25.00 feet feet. ding as a “professional service” under the There is due approximately the sum of $157,996.64 together with lawful interest westerly side of Fulton Street 225 feet from x 100.00 feet x 75.00 feet x 31.53 feet. NEAREST CROSS STREET: 210.53 feet provisions of the Local Public Contracts $164,084.92 together with lawful interest and costs. the southeasterly side of Sixth Street. Nearest Cross Street: East Jersey Street. from Murray Street. Law aforesaid because said services are of and costs. There is a full legal description on file in There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of such a qualitative nature as will not permit There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. $92,297.51 together with lawful interest and $274,563.30 together with lawful interest $91,933.05 together with lawful interest and the receipt of competitive bids due to the the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn costs. and costs. costs. subjective difference in the work product of The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in such persons and the fact that the ethical this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. requirements of such profession will not RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn permit such bidding. SHERIFF ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, this sale. this sale. this sale. I hereby certify that the foregoing PARKER, MCCAY & CRISCUOLO, Attorneys RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH Resolution was duly adopted by Attorneys 1139 Spruce Drive SHERIFF SHERIFF SHERIFF the Zoning Board of Adjustment Suite 500 P.O. Box 1024 PENN FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK ARCHER & GREINER, Attorneys WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, Attorney at its meeting of January 13, 2000. 1701 Route 70 East Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 LEGAL DEPARTMENT One Centennial Square 737 Stokes Road P.O. Box 1806 Telephone: 1-908-233-8500 622 Eagle Rock Avenue P.O. Box 3000 Linda M. Lies P.O. Box 1088 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 File: XWZ-L-39322 West Orange, New Jersey 07052-2989 Haddonfield, New Jersey 08033-0968 Secretary to the Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 CH-754950 (WL) CH-754591 (WL) CH-754878 (WL) CH-754942 (WL) Zoning Board of Adjustment CH-754947 (WL) 4 T - 1/20, 1/27, 4 T - 1/27, 2/3, 4 T - 1/6, 1/13, 4 T - 1/13, 1/20, Township of Scotch Plains 4 T - 1/20, 1/27, 2/3 & 2/10/00 Fee: $173.40 2/10 & 2/17/00 Fee: $177.48 1/20 & 1/27/00 Fee: $171.36 1/27 & 2/3/00 Fee: $171.36 1 T – 1/27/00, The Times Fee: $37.23 2/3 & 2/10/00 Fee: $165.24 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, January 27, 2000 Page 15

MARCANTONIO BOOSTS UNBEATEN RECORD TO 15-0 Devil Girls Capture UC Track Title Bears Trap, Crusaders Rout CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 2:36.7 and Legones at 2:38.3, fin- ished fourth and fifth, respectively. Raider Christina Hillman placed GL Highlander Wrestlers second in the high jump with a height of 5-0 and in the shot put with a By FRED LECOMTE point move. Serrano at 125, Regenye at 140, Mike distance of 33-3.5. Hillman also took Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times The Bears clawed back to take a Meyer at 145 and Marcantonio at sixth in the 60-yard hurdles with a Governor Livingston wrestling 24-7 lead, then G.L.’s 140 lb. Jon 160. Marcantonio appeared to be well time of 9.5. Governor Livingston fans unanimously agreed that the 38- Regenye tamed Dan Zika 14-5 to ahead of his goals, jumping his record Highlanders Emilie Perret, Jenell 33 loss against the visiting Brearley boost his record to 11-4. Undefeated to 15-0 with a 15-1, majority deci- Crincoli, Shabi Ghaffari and Dana Bears on January 19 had every possi- Marcantonio at 160 continued domi- sion over Carl D’Alesandro, who McCurdy seized top honors in the bility of being chalked up in the win nating his weight class, this time battled well the entire bout. mile relay with a time of 4:28.7. column, the fourth consecutive such taking out Justin Katz with a fall in Marcantonio has not yielded a Westfield finished third in the event match. But there was no doubt about 2:30. Still hobbled by an ankle in- takedown this season. at 4:33.5 and the Raiders took fourth the, 57-16, loss to visiting Bound jury, a determined 189 lb. Fred Wil- Vanderveer at 103 lost a narrow 8- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times at 4:34.4. McCurdy also placed sec- Brook Crusaders on January 21. liams had little trouble with Mike 7 contest against John Caemmerer. KEEPING UP THE PRESS…Courtney Thornton, No. 23, and the Blue Devils ond in the 60-yard hurdles with a Later, Serrano decisioned Uviel maintained a tight press on the Cardinal girls and won 56-41. time of 8.7. Madrid, 7-2. In an exciting and well TOP 10 TEAMS: wrestled contest, Regenye with a 1. Westfield 60, 2. Elizabeth 46.5, narrow 2-1 edge after two periods, Cardinals Quell Lady Devils Shoot 3. Plainfield 38, 4. Scotch Plains- out-pointed Brian Patullo 5-1. Meyer Fanwood 35, 5. Linden 19, 6. Gov- had his aggressiveness and strength Raiders, 62-53 ernor Livingston 18, 7. Union 13, 8. working for him with a fall at 4:13 The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Down Cardinals A. L. Johnson 12, 9. New Providence over Chris Caemmerer. School boys basketball team found CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 and Roselle Park 10 BREARLEY 38, GL 33 itself down too many points at the the pace of the game and moving the 103: — Vanderveer (GL) md. Yospin, 12-4 beginning of the fourth quarter and girls in and out,” commented Marino. 112: — Fullowan (GL) d. Cunningham, 10-6 fell to Plainfield, 62-53, in Scotch “It took them a while to get warmed Devils Stagger 119: — Altay Vigilante (B) p. Craig Plains on January 18. Senior Harold DeStefano, :52 up and get their shots off. And they 125: — Stefano Serracino (B) p. Matt Burwell was the leading Raider with (Cardinals) were putting some pres- Sidie, :42 10 points. sure on us also.” Cardinals, 48-34 130: — Joe Ruggerio (B) p. Bill Lentis, 3:13 Cardinal Bob Holliman led all scor- Manahan led the Blue Devils with CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 135: — Mike Puorro (B) p. Greg ing with 17 points. Matt Chewning Granholm, :52 six assists and added a rebound and a record the fall in 4:30. 140: — Regenye (GL) md. Zika, 14-5 sank nine points and Andy Feeley steal. Gonzalez led in rebounds with “That hurt,” said Kehler. “It would 145: — Attila Vigilante (B) tf. Dan and Steve Williams scored eight each seven while totaling eight points, have been a much closer match.” Reichard, 18-3, 4:20 while Dave Herrmann and Mike Jack- 152: — Giancarlo Pesantez (B) p. Meyer, :27 three assists and two steals. In her “I was having trouble in the first son put in seven apiece. Derrick abbreviated stay, Griffeth also had two periods. I couldn’t get wrist con- 160: — Marcantonio (GL) p. Katz, 2:30 Brown had four points. Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times 171: — Ricky Micelli (B) d. Mike Farrell, 10-5 two rebounds and one steal. Thornton trol,” said Swingle. “But in the third, DOUBLE TROUBLE…Highlander Fred Williams at 189, top, gets Bear Mike 189: — Williams (GL) p. Rothley, 2:18 Plainfield (7-3) 13 10 18 21 62 had three rebounds and Carolyn Coach said I have to shoot and I gave Rothely in a double arm bar and prepares to roll him on his back. Williams 215: — Coughlin (GL) p. Tyne, 3:25 Sc Pl-Fnwood 9 8 11 25 53 Hwt: — Robina (GL) md. Russo, 11-3 Matthews had two points, two assists it my best shot. I got that low-leg pinned Rothely in 2:18. and a rebound. cradle and, once I got parallel, I BOUND BROOK 57, GL 16 Raider Matmen Top Jen Hayes had two points, Erin turned him and he couldn’t move.” Rothely putting him on his back with 103: — J. Caemmerer (B) d. Vanderveer, 8-7 “Coming in, we knew it would be 112: — Brad Galeta (B) p. Fullowan, 1:43 McCool had two rebounds, two points Cardinal Mark Fleming pinned tight, said Highlander Coach John a fall in 2:18 thus preserving his 11- 119: — Andy Uhrlass (B) p. Sidie, 2:43 Passaic Valley, 39-30 and a steal and Sue Anne Hutchinson Chris Gismondi in :56 with a head- Mineo of the Brearley match. “We’re 0 mark. 215 lb. Shawn Coughlin 125: — Serrano (GL) d. Madrid, 7-2 The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High had two points, three rebounds and lock at 152 but Blue Devil Mike not winning the matches we need at pinned Chris Tyne in 3:25 while 130: — Aziel Madrid (B) p. Granholm, 2:10 School wrestling team upped its one assist while Nicole Infantino and Kivetz squashed Brenden Hooks in heavyweight Tom Robina easily out- 135: — Tom Lee (B) p. Lentis, 3:49 the lower weights”. 140: — Regenye (GL) d. Patullo, 8-1 record to 8-1 with a 39-30 victory Kelly Masterson both had two re- 1:37, using a swift, but devastating Senior standout and captain Tim pointed Matt Russo, 11-3. 145: — Meyer (GL) p. C. Caemmerer, 2:13 over visiting Passaic Valley on Janu- bounds and Dana Passanti added one half nelson, at 171 to seal the victory. Marcantonio making his own obser- Brearley coach Luciani pleased 152: — Jason Huzniec (B) p. Marcello ary 22. Wrestling up at 160, Mike rebound. Cavellero, 3:52 WEIGHT BREAKDOWN: vations said, “Some of our guys with his Bears performance said, “We Grabel won a crucial, 4-2, decision 103: — Joe DeCampo (W) won forfeit won where we were somewhat weak. 160: — Marcantonio (GL) md. Plainfield 11 4 9 17 41 wrestle a little too timid, giving up D’Alessandro, 15-1 over Ken Stiles, then Gary Cousar at Westfield 19 11 18 8 56 112: — Bill Adu-Tei (P) won forfeit too many points, where they should This match could of gone either way.” 171: — Adam Salamon (B) p. Farrell, :30 119: — John Leonardis (W) p. Jose 189 and Dan Loomis at 215 sealed Salazar, 1:18 expect to score points.” It did! The Bears’ way! 189: — Andrey Shaparov (B) won forfeit the win with falls in :51 and 1:05, Against the Bears, freshman Tim Against the veteran Crusaders, the 215: — Rich Jannuzzi (B) p. Coughlin, 5:14 125: — Ethan Powell (W) won forfeit Hwt: — Chris Knapp (B) p. Robina, 4:36 respectively. DEADLINE INFO. 130: — Gil Arbitsman (W) won forfeit Vanderveer (10-5) at 103 neutralized Highlanders received wins from Eric Sophomore Matt DeNicholo has 135: — Leslie Collins (P) md. Dan Mark been gaining steam at 103 with a :49 Sports deadlines are: MacDonald, 9-0 Yospin’s re- PUBLIC NOTICE All sports that take place 140: — Mike Stembridge (P) p. Dave fall over Dean Schaner. Dave during the week MUST be Geenberg, :31 peated cradle SHERIFF’S SALE Loewinger at 112 pinned Ed Argueia submitted by FRIDAY, 4 145: — Kyle Swingle (W) p. James attempts by SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, in 3:38 and Mike Loewinger at 119 P.M. Weekend sports ONLY Stembridge, 4:30 delivering his CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, won a 12-4, majority decision over will be accepted up till Noon 152: — Mark Fleming (P) p. Chris own barrage of DOCKET NO. F-15699-95. Gismondi, :56 ALASKA SEABORAD PARTNERS, Jason Martin. Lucas Francavilla at on Monday. E-mail is 160: — Harvey Smith (P) won forfeit takedowns PLAINTIFF vs. JOSEPH HILL, JR. AND 130 won an 11-0, majority decision preferred. Use upper and 171: — Mike Kivetz (W) p. Brenden and arm bars GERALDINE HILL, ET AL, DEFENDANT. over Ed Derosa and A. J. Romeo lower case with no more Hooks, 1:37 for a decisive CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, followed at 135 with an 11-2, major- than 250 words. 189: — Jose Jarquin (P) won forfeit 12-4 win. DATED OCTOBER 29, 1999 FOR SALE [email protected] 215: — Brian Williams (W) won forfeit OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. ity decision over Jerry Dawson. Hwt: — Nick Clark (W) won forfeit Then fresh- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- man Mike tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by PUBLIC NOTICE public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Fullowan at SHERIFF’S SALE County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, 112 took a 6- Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, 3, second-pe- THE 16TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 DOCKET NO. F-10427-98. riod lead over at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE CO., successful bidders must have 20% of their Sean PLAINTIFF vs. CRISTOVAO PINTO AND bid available in cash or certified check at the INACIA PINTO, HIS WIFE; MANOLO Cunningham conclusion of the sales. BENITEZ, OCCUPANT, DEFENDANT. then finished The judgment amount is $262,771.99. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, with a 10-6 City of Elizabeth, County of Union, State DATED NOVEMBER 29, 1999 FOR SALE of New Jersey. decision after OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. STREET ADDRESS: 1043-1045 By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Cunningham Lafayette Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by failed to ex- TAX LOT NO. 0883, BLOCK NO. 9. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union ecute a five- DIMENSIONS: 55.00 feet x 55.00 feet. County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, NEAREST CROSS STREET: Catherine Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Street. THE 23RD DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., As of October 15, 1999, there are unpaid Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said real estate taxes in the amount of $629.07 COMING OUT THE BACK DOOR…Highlander Jon Regenye, front, comes day. All successful bidders must have 20% and municipal charges in the amount of out the back door on Bear Dan Zika and eventually wins his 140 lb. bout, 14-5. of their bid available in cash or certified $2,530.78 which the successful purchaser Regenye boosted his record to 11-4 with the win then added another against check at the conclusion of the sales. at the sale must pay upon taking title to the The judgment amount is $145,644.23. Bound Brook. property. The property to be sold is located in ELIZA- There is due approximately the sum of BETH, in the County of UNION, and the $283,820.38 together with lawful interest PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE State of New Jersey. and costs. Commonly known as: 58-60 SAYRE There is a full legal description on file in TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY STREET F/K/A SAYRE STREET, ELIZA- the Union County Sheriff’s Office. NOTICE OF MEETING OF THE CONSTRUCTION BOARD OF APPEALS BETH, NEW JERSEY 07208. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Tax Lot No. ACCT No. 1421 W11, in this sale. THE CRADLE WILL ROCK…Blue Devil Kyle Swingle, top, clamps Cardinal In Compliance With Block No. WARD 11. RALPH FROEHLICH OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT, CHAPTER 231, P.L. 1975 Dimensions of lot: (Approximately) 30 feet James Stembridge in a tight cradle and rocked him in 4:30 in the 145 lb. class. SHERIFF Notice is hereby given by the Construction Board of Appeals of the Township of Scotch wide by 123 feet long. BUDD, LARNER, GROSS, Plains, of the following meeting: Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the south- ROSENBAUM, GREENBERG & SADE, DATE: Wednesday, February 16, 2000 erly side of Sayre Street, distant 89 feet from Attorneys TIME: 8:30 AM the northeasterly side of Cherry Street. Woodland Falls Corporate Park William H. Gazi, Esq. LOCATION: Municipal Building, 430 Park Avenue PRIOR LIEN HOLDER 200 Lake Drive East TYPE OF MEETING: 2000 Re-Organizational Meeting MUNICIPAL LIEN: MARTIN MEDVIN. Suite 100 Certified Civil Trial Attorney AGENDA: Same AMOUNT OF LIEN AS OF JUNE 1999: Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002-4805 ACTION(S) TO BE TAKEN: Not Applicable $322.96 + INTEREST. CH-754949 (WL) DATE OF NOTIFICATION: January 24, 2000 There is due approximately the sum of 4 T - 1/20, 1/27, 1 T – 2/27/00, The Times Fee: $28.56 $156,684.55 together with lawful interest Representing the Seriously Injured in 2/3 & 2/10/00 Fee: $183.60 and costs. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE There is a full legal description on file in Personal Injury Claims and Lawsuits PUBLIC NOTICE the Union County Sheriff’s Office. SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, TOWN OF WESTFIELD this sale. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, I, BERNARD A. HEENEY, JR., TOWN RALPH FROEHLICH DOCKET NO. F-9694-99. DOCKET NO. F-5353-99. CLERK OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, SHERIFF NO RECOVERY, NO FEE AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE CORPO- GREENWICH CAPITAL FINANCIAL HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE AT- FRANK J. MARTONE, Attorney RATION, PLAINTIFF vs. ALI BASHIR AND PRODUCTS, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. TACHED IS A TRUE AND CORRECT 4 Brighton Road KADIJIA BASHIR, HIS WIFE, DEFEN- MANUEL A. CRUZ AND MRS. MANUEL COPY OF A RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY Clifton, New Jersey 07012 908-272-0200 • 800-541-8383 DANT. A. CRUZ, H/W; LUSITANIA SAVINGS THE COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF WEST- CH-754972 (WL) CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, BANK, FSB, DEFENDANT. FIELD AT A MEETING HELD JANUARY 4 T - 1/27, 2/3, DATED OCTOBER 18, 1999 FOR SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, 18, 2000. 2/10 & 2/17/00 Fee: $183.60 30 years Trial Experience OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED NOVEMBER 23, 1999 FOR SALE IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I HAVE By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. HEREUNTO SET MY HAND AND AF- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- FIXED THE SEAL OF THE TOWN OF public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by WESTFIELD THIS 19TH DAY OF JANU- County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union ARY 2000. Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, BERNARD A. HEENEY THE 2ND DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY TOWN CLERK at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All THE 23RD DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., RESOLUTION successful bidders must have 20% of their 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said bid available in cash or certified check at the day. All successful bidders must have 20% PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE conclusion of the sales. of their bid available in cash or certified JANUARY 18, 2000 The judgment amount is $100,833.48. check at the conclusion of the sales. The property to be sold is located in the The judgment amount is $263,494.60. WHEREAS, there exists a need for pro- CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY The property to be sold is located in the fessional services for the development of 07201, County of UNION and State of New CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY plans and specifications for main park build- Jersey. 07201, County of UNION and State of New ing renovations at Tamaques Park, and Commonly known as: 602 SOUTH PARK Jersey. WHEREAS, funds are available for this STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY Commonly known as: 440-442 WALNUT purpose from Special Ordinance 1986 and 07201. STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY have been certified by the Finance Officer, Tax Lot No. 7 in Block No. 1228.B a/k/a 07201. and 1228. Tax Lot No. 1294 in Block No. 12. WHEREAS, the Westfield Recreation Dimension of Lot: approximately 30.6 feet Dimension of Lot: approximately 53.00 Commission has reviewed and recommends wide by 100 feet long. feet wide by 220.00 feet long. the proposal submitted by Kinsey Associ- Nearest Cross Street: Sixth Street. Nearest Cross Street: Mary Street. ates Situate at a point on the southwesterly Situate at a point on the northwesterly NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED sideline of South Park Street distance ap- sideline of Walnut Street distance approxi- 1. That the proper Town Officials are proximately 30 feet northwesterly from its mately 538.28 feet southwesterly from its hereby authorized to execute an intersection with the northwesterly sideline intersection with the southwesterly sideline agreement with Kinsey Associates, of Sixth Street. of Mary Street. Hastings Commons, Building 2, Suite There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of 207, 486 Route 24, Hackettstown, $106,513.47 together with lawful interest $299,235.66 together with lawful interest New Jersey 07840, for said profes- and costs. and costs. sional services and the compensa- There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in tion for such services under this con- the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. tract shall not exceed $10,660 as The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn defined in sections I-A through I-E of this sale. this sale. the proposal dated November 2, 1999. RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH 2. This contract is awarded without com- SHERIFF SHERIFF petitive bidding as a contract for pro- FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, fessional services, as the same are Attorneys Attorneys defined in N.J.S.A. 40A:11-2, as Suite 201 Suite 201 amended by PL 1975c, PL 1977 c 53. 7 Century Drive 7 Century Drive 3. A copy of this Resolution will be pub- Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 lished in The Westfield Leader as CH-754881 (WL) CH-754975 (WL) Public Notice of action taken in ac- 4 T - 1/6, 1/13, 4 T - 1/27, 2/3, cordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-5. 1/20 & 1/27/00 Fee: $189.72 2/10 & 2/17/00 Fee: $191.36 1 T – 1/27/00, The Leader Fee: $46.41 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 16 Thursday, January 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Mattress Factory Stresses Jr. Raiders Crunch Westfield Matmen Community Involvement The Scotch Plains Fanwood Jr. Raid- ers once again showed their power when By DAVID B. CORBIN “We take pride in our community and they came to Westfield for the rival match Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times want to see it continue to prosper.” and returned with a 64-11 victory. Scotch Sponsoring a three-time champi- Perhaps understanding the pulse Plains, now 4-1, showed why they are on onship softball team, consisting mostly top of the Central Jersey League as they of the community came early for out-wrestled Westfield, winning all but of former Westfield High School Richard, Sr., a former Westfield po- three matches. graduates, in the Westfield Softball liceman. TERMINOLOGY: League has not been enough for “It was a great opportunity to re- d.-Won by decision-3 team points Marlene and Richard Shovlin, own- side in Westfield for 42 years and to p.-Won by pin-6 team points ers of the Mattress Factory on North work for the police department for 27 md.-Major decision-4 team points Avenue in Garwood. Not only have years,” commented Richard, Sr. “I tf.-Technical fall-5 team points BANTAM O.W.…Little Devil matman they been sponsors for The Westfield made many friends throughout the Brandon Rolnick won the Bantam, 70 50lb- Jawan Gaines(SP) tf. Pat Leader Scholar-Athlete of the Month community which included business lb. class at the Roselle Park tourna- Bergen(W), 16-1 program for three years, but last year, people, residents, teachers, coaches 53lb- Sean Cannon(SP) won forfeit GOING OVER STRATEGY…Westfield Junior Varsity ice hockey Coach Scott ment and won Outstanding Wrestler. 57lb- Eddy Byron(SP) p. David Sutera discusses strategy with his team during the game with A. L. Johnson on the Factory gathered friends from and members of the clergy.” Fishman(W), :59 January 16. It worked, and the Blue Devils won, 1-0, on a goal by David Falk. Westfield, Scotch Plains and Cran- The Shovlins also seem to take the Sr. Flames Rise; 60lb- Mike Ridge(SP) p. Mike ford and sponsored a team in the same pride in their work. At their Tannenbaum(W), 2:54 Cranford Men’s Basketball League. location at 518 North Avenue, the 63lb- Matt Nobbs(SP) p. Zack Jr. Flames Fall Skonick(W), 1:14 For a first-year team, the Mattress Shovlins, with their family touch, 67lb- Sal Gano(SP) md. Colin Local Area High School Factory did quite well and won the offer handmade mattress made to The Fanwood Flames rolled over Cran- McKay(W), 9-0 league championship. This year, they order in any shape, size and firm- ford 49-23 in a Central Jersey League 70lb- Matt Fleissner(SP) d. Brandon matchup. Lance Thomas led a balanced Rolnick(W), 6-4 attack with 19 points and 14 rebounds. 73lb- Jim McManus(W) d. Dan Girls Basketball Results Jeff Bell drilled in eight points while Joe Gore(SP), 3-1 JANUARY 18: JANUARY 20: Jacobi pumped in seven points and 77lb- Trevor Cannon(SP) p. John grabbed five rebounds. Clayton Balch Martoglio, :56 Mount St. Mary 42, Oak Knoll 30 Union 82, Linden 42 80lb- David DeNichlio(SP) p. George The Royals found themselves on Mia Francis sank 16 points and popped in six points while Lorenzo Braun(W), 2:53 the short side in a battle of two 9-1 Brittany Porter scored 15 for the 12- McDonald pumped in four points and 85lb- Nick DelPopolo(W) md. David teams. Tracy George led Oak Knoll 1 Farmers. snatched nine rebounds. Travis Morgan Belford(SP), 10-0 and Brian Halpin connected for a bucket 90lb- Ashwan Thompson(SP) won forfeit with 10 points. Linden (4-8) 10 11 8 13 42 apiece. Bobby Blabolil added a foul shot. 95lb- Patrick Mineo(SP) d. Matt Oak Knoll (9-2) 4 10 9 7 30 Union 24 27 21 10 82 The Junior Flames dropped a heart- Leonard(W), 6-0 Mt. St. Mary (10-1) 12 10 8 12 42 JANUARY 21: breaking, 44-40, decision to North 102lb- Joey Corea(W) md. John Cox(SP), 10-0 Union 65, Shabazz 51 Summit 60, Weequahic 16 Brunswick in Central Jersey League play. Robert Scibek was the scoring leader 110lb- Steven Wenson(SP) md. Joe Brittany Porter sank 20 points, Mia Stephanie Bruce and Dana Popper Kama(W), 10-2 with 17 points and eight rebounds. Ashton HWT- Nick Giannacci(SP) d. Brenden Francis scored 14 and Jayme Gray had 14 and 13 points, respectively for Gibbs pumped in 13 points and had six the 10-1 Hilltoppers. Cline(W), 4-1 netted 13 to lead the 11-1 Farmers steals. Tiffany Smith pumped in seven Exhibition Matches: over the 6-4 Bulldogs. Summit 19 19 12 10 60 points and collected six rebounds. Tajah 60lb- Mike Ferrara(SP) won by pin Shabazz 5 14 13 19 51 Weequahic (2-9) 1 8 7 0 16 Bacot connected for two points while 110lb- Brandon Wergland(SP) lost, 8-6, OT HWT- John Loomis(SP) won by pin Union 21 11 17 16 65 Oak Knoll 46, Bound Brook 28 John Acito added a foul shot. Tracey George and Lindsay Fischer Local High School had 13 and 10 points, respectively for the 10-2 Royals. Westfield Y Devilfish Sink Bound Brook 5 12 1 10 28 Boys Basketball Oak Knoll 11 12 10 13 46 PROBABLY MAKING THE SHOT…Ronnie Shovlin, right, shoots a foul shot Red Bank Boys, 105-103 JANUARY 18: (circa 1990). Linden 78, Kearny 33 Ridge Boys Ruffle The Westfield Y Boys swimming team Additionally, Scott Kautzmann (15- Jamaal Tate did it all with 24 points, defeated divisional foe Red Bank YMCA 18 200 IM), Matt Green (9-10 100 free), 13 rebounds and five blocked shots. UC Vikings, 62-39 are in a battle in the 12-team league ness. Now that’s something you can 105-103 on January 15 to tip their season Mike Fragna (11-12 100 free), Danny and presently (as of January 16) are really sleep on! record to 3-2. The Devilfish dominated McGrath (11-12 50 back) and Luke Kearny (5-6) 11 12 5 5 33 The Union Catholic High School the meet by capturing the first seven Baran (11-12 50 fly) all snared firsts for in second with a 5-1 record. Cranford Basketball League: Linden (10-1) 27 25 21 5 78 boys basketball team took a double Athletics has not been a new occur- events along the way to winning a total of the Devilfish. hit from Red Devils Erik Dial and (As of December 20) 21 of 29 events. In the medley relay events, the 9-10 Cranford 77, Newark East Side 55 rence with the Shovlins. All five of the TEAM W L Mike Snyder and Jon Polinitza led Jeff Burns and fell, 62-39, in Basking Six Devilfish captured a pair of victo- team of Mike Mosier, Alex Cameron, Shovlin’s children have grown up in Stop for One 4 0 ries: Matt Morgan (8&U) in the 50 free Phil Anton and Gordon Peeler took the Cougars with 26 points. Ridge on January 22. Joey Green led the Westfield school system and have Machevich & Burke 4 0 the Vikings offensively with 10 B & B Bail Bonds 4 0 and 25 breast, Max Blum (8&U) in the first place, as did the 11-12 team of Cranford (5-5) 16 16 23 23 77 since graduated from Westfield High points. Mattress Factory 3 1 25 back and 25 fly, Gordon Peeler (9-10) Danny McGrath, Dan Chabanov, Luke East Side (3-6) 13 11 13 18 55 School. During their time at WHS, Panthers 3 1 in the 100 IM and 50 fly, Alex Cameron Baran and Mike Fragna. The final Dev- Ridge jumped in front, 14-4, led by the Shovlins have produced a football Dreyer’s Farm 2 2 (9-10) in the 50 breast and 50 back, Dan ilfish victory of the afternoon was se- JANUARY 20: Burns who sizzled the net for eight Linden 64, Union 57 captain, a cheerleading captain, a O’Donnell Insurance 2 2 Chabanov (11-12) in the 200 IM and 50 cured by the 13-14 team of Ryan points in the first quarter, but the Celtic Imports 1 3 breast and J.J. Sobala (13-14) in the 100 Bartholomew, Arthur King, J.J. Sobala The fifth-ranked Tigers won the member of the marching band, a base- T. J. Parker’s 0 4 Vikings narrowed the lead by ball captain, a basketball captain and breast and 100 fly. and David Hedman. battle for dominance in the Union outscoring the Red Devils, 15-10, in Men at Work 0 4 County Public Schools. Tiger Jamaal a homecoming king. Not bad! Riverside 0 4 the second. But Dial came alive and But sponsoring athletics has only Santos Landscaping 0 4 Tate fired in 24 points and Farmer scored 13 points in the second half to Rob Zinkowicz pumped in 17. been a part of the community in- Westfield Devilfish ‘A’ Girls chill the Vikings. Kurt Simmons and volvement for the Mattress Factory Union (9-2) 8 15 19 15 57 Will White finished with eight points Madison ‘Y’ Halts Linden (11-1) 21 7 19 17 64 family. Aside from being an annual each for the Vikings while Chris sponsor for the Westfield PBA golf Gainey added seven. FSP ‘Y’ Gymnasts Elevate Record to 5-0 PUBLIC NOTICE outing and a member of the Westfield The Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA “B” PUBLIC NOTICE Area Chamber of Commerce, the Led by double winners Tori Maffey, groups to capture the 15-18 200 fly for SHERIFF’S SALE Division Gymnastic Team competed in their Michelle Newton and Brittney Cole, her second victory. Shovlins have been involved in do- first meet on January 15 and were edged by SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, 2000 REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE nating to various local charities, such the Westfield YMCA Girls “A” swim- The Devilfish closed out the meet by CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF Madison Area YMCA, 88.4-84.4. ming team defeated league opponent winning the 9-10, 11-12 and 13-14 med- DOCKET NO. F-10800-99. THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS as: homeless shelters, hospice, orga- In the 11 and under age group, Allegra Lakeland Hills YMCA “B” team 111- ley relay events. DOVENMUEHLE MORTGAGE COM- In compliance with the Open Public Meet- nizations for battered women and the Kenwell was awarded third place ribbons 97 on January 15 to strengthen their PANY, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. S. L. JONES, ings Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, regular local Jr. Women’s club which Kim for vault and floor exercise, as well as in record to 5-0. The visiting Devilfish ET ALS, DEFENDANT. meetings of the Zoning Board of Adjustment the all around competition. Jenna Skoller SPF Jr. Raiders Have CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, of the Township of Scotch Plains, Union Shovlin is President. Sons Richard team dominated their hosts as the 9- and Ronnie have been members of took second place on the uneven bars. 10s seized first and second place in DATED NOVEMBER 5, 1999 FOR SALE County, New Jersey, will be held in Council Kate Breuninger and Tara Hannon OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Chambers, First Floor, Municipal Building, the Knights of Columbus, the every event and the 11-12s won five of Busy Mat Weekend By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jer- tied for the second in the all around in the their six events. Friendly Sons of St. Patrick and the 19-and-over group. Breuninger also took The SP-F Jr. Raider wrestlers had a tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by sey, at 7:30 p.m. on the following Thursdays Lakeland Hills knew after the first busy weekend with a Suburban League public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union 200 Club. second in the balance beam and third in in 2000: event that they were in for a miserable match in Chatham with Summit and a County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, JANUARY 6, 2000 But, why is it so important to spon- the vault, uneven bars and floor exercise. afternoon as Devilfish Darrell Ann tri-meet in South Plainfield. Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY (Reorganizational – 7:00 p.m.) sor or to be involved in so many local Hannon captured first on the unevens Smith, Kylie Fraser and Alexi Kuska THE 9TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 JANUARY 13, 2000 organizations? and third on the beam. Amy Drewes Against Summit, 50 lb. Sean Can- at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All FEBRUARY 3, 2000 swept the 9-10 100 IM. Michelle New- non won four of seven matches, pin- “It is very important to us to give grabbed second on the floor. Erika Blaes ton captured the 11-12 200 IM and Tori successful bidders must have 20% of their FEBRUARY 10, 2000 and Jessica Neuringer also put in strong ning three times. Winning their matches bid available in cash or certified check at the (Special Meeting) back to the community, whether it be Maffey followed with a victory in the were Anthony Ingato, Wessley conclusion of the sales. MARCH 2, 2000 financially or through the different performances. 13-14 200 IM. For more information on gymnastics at Morrison, Mikey Ferrara, Mike Ridge, The judgment amount is $13,953.49. APRIL 6, 2000 charitable organizations,” said Ron. That effort sparked Westfield as Daniel Gore, Trevor Cannon, David All that certain land and premises situated the Fanwood-Scotch Plains Y, please MAY 4, 2000 Brittney Cole streaked to a first in the 9- DeNichlio, Matt Fleissner, David in the City of Elizabeth, County of Union, JUNE 1, 2000 PUBLIC NOTICE call (908) 889-8880. 10 100 freestyle and Lauren Winchester State of New Jersey, being more particularly JULY 13, 1999 Belford and Michael Blaes. Showing won the 11-12 100 freestyle. In the good effort winning one match and described as follows: SEPTEMBER 7, 2000 SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE Lot: 1224; Block: 8. OCTOBER 5, 2000 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, breaststroke events, Kate Heffernan losing one were Matt Hazell, and Nick On the Tax Map of the City of Elizabeth. NOVEMBER 2, 2000 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE (U8), Katie Morgan (9-10) and Kirsten Cameron. Nearest Cross Street: Henry Street. DECEMBER 7, 2000 DOCKET NO. F-20533-97. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Selert (11-12) all notched first places. In South Plainfield, SP-F first Approximate Dimensions: 106.20 feet JANUARY 4, 2001 NORWEST MORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Brittney Cole won the 9-10 backstroke wrestled Cranford and won, 50-20. x 30.71 feet x 106.36 feet x 30.71 feet. (Reorganizatonal – 7:00 p.m.) TIFF vs. DENNIS FLORES, ET ALS, DE- DOCKET NO. F-19452-98. for her second victory and Tori Maffey Winning their weight divisions by for- Being more commonly known as: 921 JANUARY 11, 2001 FENDANT. BANKERS TRUST COMPANY, AS completed her daily double when she Magnolia Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey feit were 50 lb. S. Cannon and 57 lb. All interested parties may be present and CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, TRUSTEE, PLAINTIFF vs. MARIA moved up an age group to win the 15-18 Morrison. Winning by pin were 57 lb. 07200. be heard. In accordance with the Americans DATED NOVEMBER 2, 1998 FOR SALE FIGUEROA, ET AL, DEFENDANT. 100 backstroke. There is due approximately the sum of with Disabilities Act, any person that might OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Eddy Byron in 1:32, 60 lb. Ridge in $15,028.57 together with lawful interest and require special needs should be in touch By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- DATED MAY 21, 1999 FOR SALE OF The Devilfish continued the onslaught 1:17, 73 lb. T. Cannon in :12 and 77 lb. costs. with the Board Office during normal busi- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by MORTGAGED PREMISES. in the butterfly events as Kyle Higgins Gore in 1:26. Winning by decision were There is a full legal description on file in ness hours so that their needs may be public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- (8&U), Brittney Reyes (9-10), and Nada 63 lb. Matt Nobbs, 70lb. Fleissner, and the Union County Sheriff’s Office. addressed (visually or hearing-impaired, County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Simaika (11-12) were victorious. 110 lb. Steve Wenson. Next, SP-F lost The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn wheelchair-bound, etc.). Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Michelle Newton moved up two age to South Plainfield, 74-8. SP-F had this sale. Linda M. Lies THE 2ND DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, RALPH FROEHLICH only two wins 60 lb. Ridge and 63 lb. Secretary to the at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Nobbs both won by major decision. SHERIFF Zoning Board of Adjustment successful bidders must have 20% of their THE 2ND DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 See it all on the web! HILL, WALLACK, Attorneys Township of Scotch Plains bid available in cash or certified check at the at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All 202 Carnegie Center 1 T – 1/27/00, The Times Fee: $36.21 conclusion of the sales. successful bidders must have 20% of their www.goleader.com PUBLIC NOTICE Princeton, New Jersey 08543-5226 The judgment amount is $131,603.30. bid available in cash or certified check at the CH-754944 (WL) PUBLIC NOTICE Property to be sold is located in the City of conclusion of the sales. SHERIFF’S SALE 4 T - 1/13, 1/20, Elizabeth, County of Union and State of The judgment amount is $116,367.97. PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, 1/27 & 2/3/00 Fee: $165.24 SHERIFF’S SALE New Jersey. MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Premises commonly known as 433 COUNTY: Union STATE OF NEW JER- SHERIFF’S SALE DOCKET NO. F-6117-99. PUBLIC NOTICE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Franklin Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey SEY. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, LASALLE HOME MORTGAGE CORP. DOCKET NO. F-21156-98. 07206. STREET AND STREET NO.: 419 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, F/K/A LASALLE TALMAN HOME MORT- SHERIFF’S SALE NATIONSCREDIT HOME EQUITY BEING KNOWN as Lot No. 419, Block Livingston Street. DOCKET NO. F-13657-98. GAGE CORP., PLAINTIFF vs. FRANK SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SERVICES CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF No. 3 on the official Tax Map of the City TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK: 672, EMC MORTGAGE CORPORATION, SAAVEDRA (A/K/A FRANCISCO J. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, vs. CHARLES SMITH AND LINDA SMITH, of Elizabeth. LOT: 3. PLAINTIFF vs. HOMES REALTY, INC., SAAVEDRA), ET ALS, DEFENDANT. DOCKET NO. F-11270-97. H/W, DEFENDANT. Dimensions: (approximately) 25 feet x 100 DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 25.00 feet x ET AL, DEFENDANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, UNITED COMPANIES LENDING COR- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, feet. 100.00 feet. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED OCTOBER 20, 1999 FOR SALE PORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. SILVIA DATED MAY 7, 1999 FOR SALE OF Nearest Cross Street: Fifth Street. NEAREST CROSS STREET: 225.00 feet DATED AUGUST 27, 1999 FOR SALE OF OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. CASADO, ET AL, DEFENDANT. MORTGAGED PREMISES. There is due approximately the sum of from Fourth Street. MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- $152,349.22 together with lawful interest There is due approximately the sum of By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by DATED NOVEMBER 5, 1997 FOR SALE tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by and costs. $125,921.04 together with lawful interest tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union There is a full legal description on file in and costs. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY THE 2ND DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union THE 2ND DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn THE 23RD DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said successful bidders must have 20% of their Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY successful bidders must have 20% of their SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH day. All successful bidders must have 20% bid available in cash or certified check at the THE 9TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 bid available in cash or certified check at the FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, Attorneys SHERIFF of their bid available in cash or certified conclusion of the sales. at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All conclusion of the sales. Suite 505 WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., Attorney check at the conclusion of the sales. The judgment amount is $136,094.51. successful bidders must have 20% of their The judgment amount is $103,704.82. Sentry Office Plaza 737 Stokes Road The judgment amount is $73,541.36. The property to be sold is located in the bid available in cash or certified check at the The property to be sold is located in the 216 Haddon Avenue P.O. Box 1088 The property to be sold is located in the City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State conclusion of the sales. City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State Westmont, New Jersey 08108 Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, New of New Jersey. The judgment amount is $143,806.94. of New Jersey. CH-754205 (WL) CH-754561 (WL) Jersey. It is commonly known as 238 Springfield MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. It is commonly known as 905 Anna Street, 4 T - 1/6, 1/13, 4 T - 1/6, 1/13, Commonly known as: 447 Catherine Road, Elizabeth, New Jersey. COUNTY: Union STATE OF NEW JER- Elizabeth, New Jersey. 1/20 & 1/27/00 Fee: $171.36 1/20 & 1/27/00 Fee: $165.24 Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07204. It is known and designated as Block/Ward SEY. It is known and designated as Block No. 8, Tax Lot No. 406 in Block No. 8. No. 10, Lot/Account No. 1900. STREET AND STREET NO.: 1120 Lot No. 182. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 25.00 The dimensions are 40.00 feet wide 100.00 Hampton Place. The dimensions are 25 feet wide by 100 feet wide by 95.00 feet long. feet long. TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK: 11, feet long. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS, UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the south- Nearest cross street: Situate on the north- LOT: 1193. Nearest cross street: Situate on the north- NOTICE OF 2000 SCHEDULE OF REGULAR MEETINGS easterly side of Catherine Street 75.00 feet westerly line of Springfield Road, 180.00 DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 25 feet x 100 easterly line of Anna Street, 50 feet from the OF THE CONSTRUCTION BOARD OF APPEALS from the northeasterly side of Anna Street. feet from the northeasterly line of Wyoming feet. northwesterly line of Henry Street. OF THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS There is due approximately the sum of Avenue. NEAREST CROSS STREET: 213.80 feet Prior lien(s): None. In Compliance With $79,129.01 together with lawful interest and Prior lien(s): None. from the intersection of Jefferson Street. There is due approximately the sum of OPEN PUBLIC MEETINGS ACT, CHAPTER 231, P.L. 1975 costs. There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of $114,088.96 together with lawful interest Following is the schedule of meetings of the Construction Board of Appeals of the There is a full legal description on file in $143,698.82 together with lawful interest $170,912.49 together with lawful interest and costs. Township of Scotch Plains, Union County, New Jersey, to be held in the Municipal Building, the Union County Sheriff’s Office. and costs. and costs. There is a full legal description on file in 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, the first Wednesday, of each month at 9:00 The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. AM during 2000. this sale. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Wednesday, March 1, 2000 RALPH FROEHLICH The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. Wednesday, April 5, 2000 SHERIFF this sale. this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH Wednesday, May 3, 2000 ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF Wednesday, June 7, 2000 Attorneys SHERIFF SHERIFF STERN, LAVINTHAL, NORGAARD & Wednesday, July 5, 2000 1139 Spruce Drive STERN, LAVINTHAL, NORGAARD & WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., Attorney KAPNICK, Attorneys Wednesday, August 2, 2000 P.O. Box 1024 KAPNICK, Attorneys 737 Stokes Road Suite 300 Wednesday, September 6, 2000 Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 Suite 300 P.O. Box 1088 293 Eisenhower Parkway Wednesday, October 4, 2000 Telephone: 1-908-233-8500 293 Eisenhower Parkway Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 Wednesday, November 1, 2000 File: XFZ-39143 Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 CH-753503 (WL) CH-754540 (WL) Wednesday, December 6, 2000 CH-754834 (WL) CH-754879 (WL) 4 T - 1/13, 1/20, 4 T - 1/6, 1/13, The above schedule also allows the option of calling a special meeting when necessary. 4 T - 1/27, 2/3, 4 T - 1/6, 1/13, 1/27 & 2/3/00 Fee: $165.24 1/20 & 1/27/00 Fee: $177.48 1 T – 2/27/00, The Times Fee: $39.78 2/10 & 2/17/00 Fee: $171.36 1/20 & 1/27/00 Fee: $183.60 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, January 27, 2000 Page 17 FSPY Swim Boys Submerge Scotch Plains Recreation Somerset Hills ‘Y,’ 111-97 Men’s 30+ Basketball: The Fanwood Scotch Plains Boys Swim Pat Daurio followed with second and WEEK OF JANUARY 10; matchup was undefeated C&C hosting Team propelled to a 111-97 victory over third for the 11-12s. E. Swenson won the C&C remained unbeaten in the Men’s David Nathanson’s 7-1 Swan Motel. C&C Somerset Hills Y on January 22. The 100 breast handily for the 13-14s 30 & Over League by blowing out Bas- took a 14-point lead at the half, led by score see-sawed five times. (1.06.67) while Daniel Lin turned in his ketball Jones, 95-63. White, Nelson and Kevin White and John Sincere. John Scotty Marino clinched first in the (9- best-time to take third. Sapia led the offense. Aslanian and Freer Keotullis and Scott Sucar kept Swan 10) 100 IM (1:17.06) and Stephan J. Guiffre (9-10) took second in the played hard in the losing cause. Motel’s hopes alive by getting them to Moonesar took third with his best effort. backstroke and B. Swenson grabbed third Family Investors fell to Swan Motel, within five points twice, only to be pushed In the (11-12) 200-yard IM Billy Swenson in the (11-12) 50 back. (13-14) R. 79-69. Rookie sensation John Battle led back to 10. C&C won 72-62. posted his best time taking second in a Hauptman (59.64) and B. Gartner had a the fireworks as his Family Investors “C&C is the team to beat this year and tough race, while (13-14) Ryan Hauptman one-two finish. D. Livolsi (33.44) won team put Swan Motel down by 14 points to get the chance, it will have to be for (2:11.38) and Brian Gartner cruised to a the (9-10) 50 butterfly, D. Hauptman in the first 10 minutes. Swan narrowed Swan to get to the finals,” said Nathanson. one-two finish. (31.77) and M. Sheffield took one-two the score to four points by the half, Scott In Freestyle, Erick Walker, Peter and (13-14) Michael Hector (1:02.69) Miller led all scoring with 27 points and PUBLIC NOTICE Livolsi and Michael Henkels swam strong and Jonathan Sheffield shaved their times with John Sullivan’s 23 and Scott Sucar’s 50s for the U8s while (9-10) Daniel 16 propelling Swan Motel. SHERIFF’S SALE for a one-two punch. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Livolsi and John Guiffre took second and Livolsi, Kosenick, Henkels and Walker CO-MVP OFFENSE…Westfield School Boosters Association President Joe Freisen, WEEK OF JANUARY 19; Paperchase upset third-place Family CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, third place, respectively, in the 100. David (U8) won unchallenged. (9-10) center, presents trophies to Westfield High School offensive football players Brian DOCKET NO. F-6611-99. Hauptman flew to a best-time win (58.97) Moonesar, Marino, D. Livolsi and Guiffre Gallagher, left, and Chris Giacone at the end-of-season dinner that was held recently. Investors, getting great offense and de- NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE, CO., for the 11-12s and Eric Swenson clinched rallied to win in 2:20.22. (11-12s) B. Gallagher and Giacone received an equal number of votes for Most Valuable Player fense from all eight players to win by 12 PLAINTIFF vs. FRANK ZIGOURIDIS, ET first (1:59.05) in the (13-14) 200. (15- Swenson, Daurio, M. Sheffield, D. (MVP) on offense from their teammates. As part of its support for the high school points. Struggling Sun Tavern could not ALS, DEFENDANT. 18), Charlie Rowe snagged second. Hauptman won their relay in 2:06.85; athletic programs, the Westfield Boosters Association presents trophies to the team- find a solution against the Blazers. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, S. Marino (39.56) and S. Moonesar and (13-14) R. Hauptman, E. Swenson, selected MVPs for all of the high school varsity sports throughout the year. Aslanian, Silbergale, Freer and Bernstein DATED NOVEMBER 4, 1999 FOR SALE combined for a one-two punch in the played superbly at both ends of the court OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Gartner and Middleton clinched the meet By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- breaststroke while Michael Sheffield and in (1:51.20). to secure the win which put the Blazers in third place. Keith Ewing and floor cap- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Jr. Raider Matmen Place tain Jason Green could not find the key as public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Locals Win Medals at Taekwondo Tourney County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, the Blazers won by 8 points. Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Ten local Taekwondo students recently competed at the Choong Sil Dave Rothenberg’s Shootin’ and THE 9TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 Nationals in Nashville, Tenn. and returned with 15 medals. Competing Fifth at Roselle Park Meet Lootin’ won its second victory by beating at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All were Sharon Chillemi, the 1999 AAU and CTF Women’s National Cham- Basketball Jones, 90-72. The marquee successful bidders must have 20% of their pion, and Scotch Plains resident Samantha Grzywacz, who was the 1999 The Scotch Plains/Fanwood Jr. Raider older boys brought home four medals. bid available in cash or certified check at the wrestling team placed fifth among 23 Fighting hard but losing in the first round PUBLIC NOTICE conclusion of the sales. CTF National Champion in the 11-12 year old division. The 10 students also teams in the two-day Roselle Park Dad’s were Ricky Olsson, Matt Fleissner and The judgment amount is $146,631.64. competed at the AAU 2000 Morris Cup and returned with 23 medals. In Club Tournament on January 15-16. Ron Ferrara. Eric Connely seized first TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS The property to be sold is located in the addition to Grzywacz, David Lavery of Scotch Plains and Jon Skolnick of On Saturday, the younger boys showed and dominated his weight class, allow- NOTICE is hereby given that at a regular city of ELIZABETH, in the County of UNION, meeting of the Township Council of the and the State of New Jersey. Westfield grabbed National Championship honors. their strength bringing 11 boys with eight ing only seven total points. Steve Mineo Township of Scotch Plains, held on Tues- Commonly known as: 731 NEWARK placing in the top four of their weight and Mike Walker both had a pin and a day, January 25, 2000, the following ordi- AVENUE, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY class. Eddy Byron was defeated in the win to bring home third place medals, nances entitled: 07208. first round while Jawan Gaines and while Nick Giannaci pinned two of his ORDINANCE TO AMEND SAL- Tax Lot No. 840, in Block No. 11. Bayonne ‘Y’ Swimmers Nip Wesley Morrison won their first match bouts to bring home third. ARY ORDINANCE NO. 96-19 Dimensions of Lot (Approximately) 33 feet but were defeated in the quarter finals. ADOPTED JUNE 12, 1996 ES- wide by 250 feet long. Winning his weight division was 60 TABLISHING SALARIES AND Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the south- Devilfish ‘B’ Girls, 107-101 lb. Mike Ridge who pinned his way to the Mike Abeles Named WAGES FOR MUNICIPAL EM- easterly side of Newark Avenue, distant 134 PLOYEES feet from the southerly side of North Avenue. In a thrilling meet that was decided on lead. However, wins in the butterfly from finals, then won, 9-4. Daniel Gore at 73 There is due approximately the sum of the final event, the Westfield YMCA Kathleen O’Neill (8&U) and Meral lb. kept on track by pinning his way Lax All-American ORDINANCE AMENDING SEC- $157,695.07 together with lawful interest Girls “B” swimming team was edged, Akyuz (13-14) were not enough as the through the finals. Sal Gano 63 lb. showed TION 2-2.8 OF THE ADMINIS- and costs. some of his best wrestling this year as he Two Ohio State University lacrosse TRATIVE CODE OF THE 107-101, by Bayonne on January 15. lead swung back to Bayonne. layers have earned Preseason Honorable There is a full legal description on file in After 28 events and nine lead changes, Solid performances by the 8&U team had no problem becoming the champion. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Placing second in their division were Mention All-America honors. Seniors PLAINS REGARDING THE The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Bayonne was able to eke out a win in the of Cassie Green, Megan Boersig, Mike Abeles, a 1996 Westfield High ORDER OF BUSINESS AND this sale. 15-18 medley relay to avenge a season Kathleen O’Neill and Alex Hawkins and Mike Ferrara who fought hard, Matthew Nobbs who was defeated 4-2 in a very School Graduate, and Greg Zytkowski AGENDA OF THE GOVERN- RALPH FROEHLICH opening Devilfish victory. by the 11&12 team of Erin McClosky, were named to Face-Off Magazine’s pre- ING BODY OF THE TOWNSHIP SHERIFF Paced by IM victories from Devan Alex Roll, Katie Tutela and Jeanine Clark close final match and John Loomis who OF SCOTCH PLAINS FRANK J. MARTONE, Attorney also lost in the finals. Patrick Mineo took season All-American team. Giordano (9-10) and Becky Fallon (13- closed the gap to six and left Westfield Abeles, a third-time Captain at Ohio were duly passed on second and final reading. 4 Brighton Road 14), Westfield quickly seized the early needing to win the final two races. The third where he defeated his rival West- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Clifton, New Jersey 07012 field opponent and Trevor Cannon brought State, also was All League Great West- Barbara Riepe lead. Bayonne then moved to a two-point 13-14 team of Becky Fallon, Michelle ern Lacrosse League and was in the CH-754927 (WL) advantage after the freestyle events in home fourth after fighting hard battles. Township Clerk 4 T - 1/13, 1/20, Morawski, Meral Akyuz and Emily top-10 goalies in the NCAA. 1 T – 1/27/00, The Times Fee: $24.48 spite of wins from Megan Boersig (8&U) Barnes crushed their opponents to give Entering seven boys on Sunday, the 1/27 & 2/3/00 Fee: $167.28 and Nicole DiBenendetto (9-10). Westfield a short-lived one point lead. PUBLIC NOTICE Wins by Lucy Fromtling (11-12) and But the final event belonged to Bayonne. ACCOUNTANT AUTO REPAIR FENCING Meral Akyuz (13-14) put Westfield SHERIFF’S SALE ahead, but the lead changed again after PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, ELM STREET the breaststroke events. Backstroke vic- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SERVICE CENTER TOWN OF WESTFIELD • Fast Turn-Around A. PLAIA & SON tories by Catheryn Winchester (9-10), DOCKET NO. F-7555-99. I, BERNARD A. HEENEY, JR., TOWN GREENPOINT MORTGAGE CORPO- Complete Auto Repair Jen Metz (11-12) and Becky Fallon (13- CLERK OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD, • Flexible Payment Terms Foreign & Domestic 14) and a strong swim by Tatiana Roll RATION, PLAINTIFF vs. CATHERINE HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE AT- PARNES, ET AL, DEFENDANT. • A/C Service All Types of Fence (15-18) allowed the hosts to regain the TACHED IS A TRUE AND CORRECT • Convenient Hours & CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, • Tires COPY OF A RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY DATED DECEMBER 3, 1999 FOR SALE Location Expertly Installed PUBLIC NOTICE THE COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF WEST- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. • Road Service FIELD AT A MEETING HELD JANUARY By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- SHERIFF’S SALE 18, 2000. NJ • Tune-ups New and Repairs tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by NEIL F. SCHEMBRE State SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I HAVE public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Certified Public Accountant • Brakes CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, HEREUNTO SET MY HAND AND AF- County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Inspection • Batteries Free Estimates DOCKET NO. F-14835-98. FIXED THE SEAL OF THE TOWN OF Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY (908) 322-6066 • (908) 322-4138 CITICORP MORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN- WESTFIELD THIS 19TH DAY OF JANU- 138 Elm St • Westfield (908) 654-5222 THE 23RD DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 266 North Avenue, Fanwood TIFF vs. MELVIN WILLIAMS, JR. AND ARY 2000. 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said 908-232-1937 MARY D. WILLIAMS, HIS WIFE, DEFEN- BERNARD A. HEENEY day. All successful bidders must have 20% DANT. TOWN CLERK of their bid available in cash or certified CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, RESOLUTION check at the conclusion of the sales. HANDYMAN SERVICES DATED OCTOBER 21, 1999 FOR SALE The judgment amount is $90,237.61. ENGINEERING OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. FINANCE COMMITTEE MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- JANUARY 18, 2000 COUNTY: Union STATE OF NEW JER- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by SEY. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union WHEREAS, the Town of Westfield has STREET & STREET NO: 406 West End County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, resolved to join both the Suburban Munici- Avenue. WCA Engineers Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY pal Joint Insurance Fund and the Municipal WCA Engineers TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK NO. 13 THE 9TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 Excess Liability Joint Insurance Fund, fol- LOT NO. 1527. lowing a detailed analysis; and By Art from Taylor Hardware... at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All DIMENSIONS OF LOT: Irregular Lot Size. ...someone you know & trust! successful bidders must have 20% of their WHEREAS, the Bylaws of said Funds NEAREST CROSS STREET: 300 feet A Tradition of Performance bid available in cash or certified check at the require that each Municipality appoint a Risk from Grove Street. conclusion of the sales. Management Consultant to perform various There is due approximately the sum of 10% off all jobs The judgment amount is $216,797.48. professional services as detailed in the By- $94,346.61 together with lawful interest and Chemical Engineers Worldwide Completed by March 15th The property to be sold is located in the laws; and costs. TOWN of WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY WHEREAS, the Bylaws indicate a mini- There is a full legal description on file in 908-232-1501 07090, County of UNION and State of New mum fee equal to six percent (6%) of the the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Jersey. Municipal Assessment which expenditure The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn www.uswca.com • [email protected] We Return All Calls!! Commonly known as: 825 PROSPECT represents reasonable compensation for the this sale. STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY services required and was included in the RALPH FROEHLICH 07090. cost considered by the Mayor and Council; SHERIFF HEATING HEATING INTERIOR PAINTING Tax Lot No. 11 f/k/a 1 in Block No. 708 f/ and WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., Attorney k/a 137. WHEREAS, the Town of Westfield solic- 737 Stokes Road Dimension of Lot: approximately 74.24 ited requests for proposals for this work in P.O. Box 1088 Artistic Interior feet wide by 184 feet long. accordance with G.O. 1753 of the Town of Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 Nearest Cross Street: Brightwood Avenue Westfield; CH-754984 (WL) Painting Situated at a point on the southwesterly NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that 4 T - 1/27, 2/3, sideline of Prospect Street at its intersection the Town of Westfield does hereby appoint 2/10 & 2/17/00 Fee: $159.12 with the southeasterly sideline of Brightwood Amalgamated General Agencies (AGA) as • Hand-painted Custom Borders Avenue. its Risk Management Consultant for the PUBLIC NOTICE SALES • SERVICE • INSTALLATIONS • Wall Murals There is due approximately the sum of year 2000 in accordance with the Fund’s $236,024.47 together with lawful interest Bylaws; and NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANTS • Central Air Systems • Gas Furnaces • Deco Painting and costs. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the (L.S.) STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: • Boilers • Humidifiers • Air Cleaners • Children's Rooms There is a full legal description on file in Mayor and Town Clerk are hereby autho- DOROTHY J. YOUNG the Union County Sheriff’s Office. rized and directed to execute the Risk Man- • Hot Water Heaters • References Available The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn agement Consultant’s Agreement and to You are hereby summoned and required Professional Free-lance Artist this sale. cause a notice of this decision to be pub- to serve upon FRANK J. MARTONE, P.C., Sheet Metal Work FREE ESTIMATES RALPH FROEHLICH lished according to NJSA 40A:11-5 (1)(a)(i). Plaintiff’s Attorney, whose address is 4 Call Teri 732~396-1650 SHERIFF 1 T – 1/27/00, The Leader Fee: $45.90 Brighton Road, Clifton, New Jersey, 07012, 908-654-8861 License #10596 FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, an answer to the complaint filed in a civil Attorneys PUBLIC NOTICE action in which NATIONSBANC MORT- HOME IMPROVEMENTS Suite 201 GAGE CORPORATION is Plaintiff and OIL TANKS 7 Century Drive SHERIFF’S SALE OTIS J. MORGAN AND MRS. OTIS J. No Job Too Big or Too Small Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, MORGAN, HIS WIFE; DOROTHY J. Removed or Shamrock CH-754919 (WL) CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, YOUNG AND MR. YOUNG, HUSBAND We Repair or Replace Anything 4 T - 1/13, 1/20, DOCKET NO. F-17766-98. OF DOROTHY J. YOUNG, et als. are De- Sand Filled 1/27 & 2/3/00 Fee: $189.72 CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE fendants, pending in the Superior Court of Contracting CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. New Jersey, Chancery Division. UNION Commercial • Residential PUBLIC NOTICE OLEGARIO ORTEGA (A/K/A County and bearing Docket Number F- ORLEGARIO C. ROMAN) AND SILVIA 17845-99 within THIRTY-FIVE (35) days ~ Free Estimates ~ Masonry Paving Roofing Interiors SHERIFF’S SALE ORTEGA (A/K/A MEDINA), DEFENDANT. after JANUARY 27, 2000 exclusive of such Removal & Disposal of Waste Steps Driveways Re-roofs Painting SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, date. Patios Parking Lots Tear-offs Dry Wall CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DATED NOVEMBER 16, 1999 FOR SALE If you fail to do so, judgment by default Tanks Sand Filled or Removed Sidewalks Seal Coating Repairs Waterproofing DOCKET NO. F-6439-99. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. may be rendered against you for the relief Interlocking Pavers Belgium Block Slate Kitchens & Baths NORWEST MORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- demanded in the complaint. (908) 518-0732 Retaining Walls Excavating Copper Plumbing TIFF vs. BASILIO SEPULVEDA, DEFEN- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by You shall file your answer and proof of DANT. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union service in duplicate with the Clerk of the 24hr Service Concrete Work Curbing Rubberized Lighting CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Superior Court of New Jersey, Hughes Jus- East Coast Marine Services, Inc. DATED NOVEMBER 3, 1999 FOR SALE Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY tice Complex, 25 Market Street, CN-971, FULLY INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES • 908-620-1925 OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. THE 16TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 Trenton, New Jersey, 08625, in accordance By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All with the Rules of Civil Practice and Proce- HOME REPAIR tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by successful bidders must have 20% of their dure. PERFECT PAINTING Owner public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union bid available in cash or certified check at the This action has been instituted for the Works On County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, conclusion of the sales. purpose of (1) foreclosing a mortgage dated Over 20 Years Experience • Fully Insured Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY The judgment amount is $100,306.16. February 5, 1998, made by OTIS J. MOR- Every Job! Residential & Commercial THE 9TH DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 The property to be sold is located in the GAN, MARRIED AND DOROTHY J. David 908-822-1999 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State YOUNG, SINGLE, as Mortgagor(s), to JER- 100’s of Area Homeowners Jaxheimer successful bidders must have 20% of their of New Jersey. SEY MORTGAGE COMPANY, recorded Owner Available as References bid available in cash or certified check at the It is commonly known as 148 Fulton Street, on February 9. 1998, in Book 6549 of Mort- conclusion of the sales. Elizabeth, New Jersey. gages for UNION County, Page 0222, and Exterior & Interior Color Design The judgment amount is $135,807.85. It is known and designated as Block No. 2, subsequently assigned to the plaintiff; and Vinyl Master, Inc Property to be sold is located in the City of Lot No. 539. (2) to recover possession of and concerns Power Washing Free Estimates Elizabeth, County of Union and State of The dimensions are 37.50 feet wide 100.00 premises commonly known as: 1640 GRIER • Siding • Roofing • Deck Sealing Carpentry Work New Jersey. feet long. AVENUE, LINDEN, NEW JERSEY 07036. Fully HEPA Vacuum System for Sanding Premises commonly known as 1067 Bond Nearest cross street: Situate on the south- If you are unable to obtain an attorney, you Insured • Windows• Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201. westerly line of Fulton Street, 175.00 feet may communicate with the New Jersey State Free OWNER ON THE JOB • NO SUBS BEING KNOWN as Lot No. 193, Block from the southeasterly line of Second Street. Bar Association by calling (908) 249-5000. No. 12 on the official Tax Map of the City Prior lien(s): Subject to unpaid taxes and You may also contact the lawyer referral Satisfaction Guaranteed Estimates (908) 272-4456 of Elizabeth. municipal liens, amount due is available in service of UNION the County of Venue by Dimensions: (approximately) 25.00 feet x the Sheriff’s Office or from plaintiff’s attor- calling (908) 353-4715. If you cannot afford 100 feet. ney upon written request to plaintiff’s attor- an attorney, you may communicate with the PAINTING Nearest Cross Street: Catherine Street. neys. Legal Services Office of the County of Venue PAVING There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of by calling (908) 354-4340. $143,227.93 together with lawful interest $108,686.96 together with lawful interest You, DOROTHY J. YOUNG, are made a JK’S PAINTING & and costs. and costs. party defendant to this foreclosure action RALPH There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in because you are the record owner(s) of the WALLCOVERING the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. mortgaged premises, because you executed INSTALLATION The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Bond/Note and Mortgage being fore- CHECCHIO, INC. this sale. this sale. closed herein and may be liable for any ✧ BLACK TOP RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH deficiency thereon, and for any right, title, Residential PAVING SHERIFF SHERIFF claim or interest you may have in, to or ✧ FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, Attorneys STERN, LAVINTHAL, NORGAARD & against the said mortgaged premises. Commercial • Driveways Suite 505 KAPNICK, Attorneys DONALD F. PHELAN Parking Lots FREE Sentry Office Plaza Suite 300 CLERK OF THE SUPERIOR COURT Call Joe Klingebiel ESTIMATES 216 Haddon Avenue 293 Eisenhower Parkway OF NEW JERSEY • Concrete or Westmont, New Jersey 08108 Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 FRANK J. MARTONE (908) 322-1956 Masonry Work CH-754945 (WL) CH-754957 (WL) 4 Brighton Road 4 T - 1/13, 1/20, 4 T - 1/20, 1/27, Clifton, New Jersey 07012 FULLY INSURED FREE ESTIMATES 889-4422 1/27 & 2/3/00 Fee: $167.28 2/3 & 2/10/00 Fee: $191.76 1 T – 1/27/00, The Leader Fee: $56.10 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 18 Thursday, January 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Aetna Files Suit to Prevent Termination of Contracts With Atlantic Health System’s Four Area Hospitals FLORHAM PARK – In response tracts are out of date. In 1999 alone, dispute. to receive these services uninter- to Atlantic Health System’s contract Atlantic hospitals lost more than $17 “We would welcome a productive rupted at Atlantic hospitals until the termination notification with Aetna million providing care to Aetna sub- dialogue with Aetna U.S. Healthcare conclusion of treatment. U.S. Healthcare, the insurer has filed scribers,” said Richard P. Oths, At- on a fair contract,” Mr. Oths stated. After July 12, patients with Aetna suit in state Superior Court in Bergen lantic President and Chief Executive Dr. Schuyler stated that Aetna’s U.S. Healthcare Point of Service and County to prevent this action. Officer. “The contracts do not cover goal is to reach a “long-term agree- Preferred Provider Organization Aetna said its contracts are good the real cost of providing care and ment with Atlantic Health System” health plans (or other coverage which for another 16 months and cannot be threaten Atlantic’s long-term ability where by its members can continue does not require use of participating prematurely terminated by either to provide quality health care. Fur- to receive “affordable healthcare providers) may continue to receive side. ther, medical ‘denials’ from Aetna coverage.” services at Atlantic’s hospitals at dif- Atlantic Health System has noti- are grossly out of proportion to those Atlantic’s contracts with Aetna date ferent benefit levels. However, those fied Aetna U.S. Healthcare of its of other major insurers.” back to 1991. patients with HMO coverage may intention to terminate contracts be- Mr. Oths added that inadequate If a new contract cannot be agreed not have services authorized by Aetna tween the system and the insurer levels of reimbursement could lead to before July 12, Mr. Oths said, with the exception of emergency and effective Wednesday, July 12. How- to layoffs, downsizing and elimina- Aetna members will no longer be urgent care - and may want to contact ever, from now until Wednesday, July tion of programs at its hospitals. considered “in-network” at Atlantic’s their insurer or their employer for 12, Atlantic officials said there will Aetna’s legal action is in connec- four hospitals. They can still receive more information, officials stated. MOST NEW MEMBERS...The Rotary Club of Westfield was presented with no interruption of services for Aetna tion with agreements with care, however, it will be considered Aetna said its court action is aimed the Membership and Development Award from the Board of Directors of U.S. Healthcare patients at any of its Morristown Memorial Hospital and “out-of-network,” which generally having the court declare its contracts Rotary International at last week’s meeting. The award recognized Westfield hospitals. Mountainside Hospital. A hearing requires a different co-pay and “legal and binding” through May 31, Rotarians for bringing in the most new members to a club in District No. 7510 The Atlantic Health System in- has been scheduled for Thursday, deductibles. 2001. The insurer also said its mem- during the Rotary year 1998-1999. Current District Governor Kenneth G. cludes Morristown Memorial Hospi- February 10. Emergency care would still be bers will have access to Atlantic hos- Tillman, left, made the presentation to immediate Past President Stanley A. tal, Overlook Hospital in Summit, Dr. Andrew Schuyler, Senior Net- available. All patients being treated pitals “at least” through July 10 while Kaslusky, center. Also pictured are Past President D. Michael Hart, second Mountainside Hospital in Montclair/ work Medical Director of Aetna’s for ongoing care prior to the termina- its HMO members will be able to from left, and President William B. Bonsall. Governor Tillman commended Glen Ridge and The General Hospi- Northern New Jersey region, claimed tion date, such as oncology treat- receive services through Friday, No- Westfield Rotarians on a steady growth pattern over five years with “outstand- tal Center at Passaic. that Atlantic officials presented a ments and pregnancy, can continue vember 10. ing results” in service to the community. “Our Aetna U.S. Healthcare con- “take it or leave it, non-negotiable offer.” Both sides, though, have indi- Burgdorff Office Sweeps Awards; PUBLIC NOTICE cated they are open to resolving the Elizabeth Hospitals Now SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Steven Haiser Joins Office CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, One Under Trinitas Name SHERIFF’S SALE The Burgdorff ERA Westfield office received the Office Referral Award. DOCKET NO. F-13898-98. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, ELIZABETH — Elizabeth Gen- include a single acute care hospital EMC MORTGAGE CORPORATION, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, recently swept the company’s monthly The Westfield office is located at 600 PLAINTIFF vs. HOMES REALTY, INC., DOCKET NO. F-9996-99. awards for October. The Westfield office North Avenue West in Westfield and has eral Medical Center and St. Eliza- and a series of community-based ET AL., DEFENDANT. AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE COM- was honored with the Office Production more than 60 real estate professionals to beth Hospital have officially com- centers providing services such as CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, PANY, PLAINTIFF vs. YAHYA BASHIR, Award in both units and dollars with 55 service local home buyers and sellers. pleted their consolidation into a new dialysis, rehabilitation, ambulatory DATED OCTOBER 15, 1999 FOR SALE ET ALS, DEFENDANT. units and $12,632,038. The office also Steven Haiser of Cranford has joined OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, the company as a sales associate in the organization known as Trinitas Hos- surgery, diagnostic services, behav- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- DATED DECEMBER 16, 1999 FOR SALE PUBLIC NOTICE pital. ioral health and education. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Westfield office. A licensed Realtor since OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. 1987, Mr. Haiser is a member of the The new entity will be a Catholic Non-acute and support services public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting Middlesex and Greater Union Board of teaching hospital sponsored by the for Trinitas Hospital will be located Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union of the Township Council of the Township of Realtors. He holds two real estate desig- Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth. in the East campus of Elizabeth Gen- THE 23RD DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Scotch Plains, held in the Council Cham- nations: the GRI (Graduate, Realtors The new organization was eral Medical Center. 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY bers in the Municipal Building of said Town- Institute) and CRS (Certified Residen- day. All successful bidders must have 20% THE 23RD DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., ship on Tuesday, January 25, 2000, there tial Specialist). These professional launched at a ceremony held in the Also, in keeping with the two hos- of their bid available in cash or certified 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said was introduced, read for the first time, and achievements demonstrate exceptional 250-year-old Box Wood Hall, lo- pitals’ more than 100 years of service check at the conclusion of the sales. day. All successful bidders must have 20% passed on such first reading, an ordinance The judgment amount is $64,573.40. entitled: dedication to the industry. cated between the two hospitals on in Elizabeth, the phrase “An of their bid available in cash or certified Mr. Haiser also has a strong computer The property to be sold is located in the check at the conclusion of the sales. AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZ- East Jersey Street in Elizabeth. Elizabethtown Tradition” will ap- City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, New The judgment amount is $110,101.86. ING THE PRIVATE SALE OF background, which has been helpful to Officials said Trinitas will improve pear on the hospital’s three main Jersey. Property to be sold is located in the CITY CERTAIN LANDS OWNED BY many of his customers and clients. access to health-related services, campus signs and on select promo- Commonly known as: 15 Prospect Street, OF ELIZABETH, COUNTY OF UNION, THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH His background is as a licensed per- work to raise the health status of the tional vehicles. Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201. STATE OF NEW JERSEY. PLAINS KNOWN AS LOT 17 sonal financial analyst and insurance Tax Lot No. 987 in Block No. 9. Premises commonly known as: 710 BLOCK 8501 professional. community and redirect resources In commenting on the recent hos- Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 25 SOUTH PARK STREET, ELIZABETH, The purpose of the ordinance: To allow into community-based care. pital mergers, David A. Fletcher, feet wide by 89 feet long. NEW JERSEY 07208. the private sale of certain lands owned by PUBLIC NOTICE The new Trinitas Hospital plans President of Trinitas Hospital and its Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the south- BEING KNOWN as Lot No. 1249, Block the Township know as Lot 17 in Block 8501 easterly side of Prospect Street 164.33 feet (1050 Hetfield Ave.) to all persons owning parent organization, Trinitas Health, No. 7 on the official Tax Map of the CITY OF SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE from the northeasterly side of Elizabeth Av- ELIZABETH. real property contiguous thereto pursuant to SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, noted that a state trend is toward enue. N.J.S.A. 40A:12-13(b)(5) and N.J.S. Dimensions: (approximately) 100 FEET x CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE There is due approximately the sum of 40A:12-13.2. shortening hospital stays. 25 FEET x 100 FEET x 25 FEET. DOCKET NO. F-10716-99. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, $70,226.01 together with lawful interest and A public hearing will be held on Tuesday, He said the New Jersey Hospital Nearest Cross Street: TRUMBLE ROAD. HOMESIDE LENDING, INC. F/K/A CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, costs. February 8, 2000, at 8:00 p.m. in the Council There is due approximately the sum of BANCBOSTON MORTG CORP., PLAIN- DOCKET NO. F-16396-98. Association has reported that many There is a full legal description on file in Chambers of the Municipal Building, or any $117,011.83 together with lawful interest TIFF vs. JOSE LAM; PEDRO O. LAM; EMC MORTGAGE CORPORATION, the Union County Sheriff’s Office. time and place to which a meeting for the hospitals are half occupied. In Union and costs. CITICORP MORTGAGE, INC.; JOSE PLAINTIFF vs. JUAN PERDOMO, ET AL., The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn further consideration of such ordinance shall County, hospitals have witnessed a There is a full legal description on file in SEPULVEDA, DEFENDANT. DEFENDANT. this sale. from time to time be adjourned, and all the Union County Sheriff’s Office. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, 19 percent decline in patient days. RALPH FROEHLICH persons interested will be given an opportu- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn DATED OCTOBER 21, 1999 FOR SALE DATED MAY 12, 1999 FOR SALE OF SHERIFF nity to be heard concerning such ordinance. this sale. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. MORTGAGED PREMISES. PUBLIC NOTICE ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, A copy of same may be obtained from the RALPH FROEHLICH By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Attorneys office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park SHERIFF tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by SHERIFF’S SALE 1139 Spruce Drive Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, Attorneys public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, P.O. Box 1024 tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Suite 505 County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 Monday through Friday by any member of Sentry Office Plaza Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY DOCKET NO. F-11150-98. Telephone: 1-908-233-8500 the general public who wants a copy of 216 Haddon Avenue THE 2ND DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 THE 2ND DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 HARBOR FINANCIAL MORTGAGE File: XFZ-39148 same without cost. Westmont, New Jersey 08108 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. JORGE CH-754969 (WL) BARBARA RIEPE CH-754983 (WL) successful bidders must have 20% of their successful bidders must have 20% of their L. GUERRERO; FRANK DE LA CRUZ 4 T - 1/27, 2/3, Township Clerk 4 T - 1/27, 2/3, bid available in cash or certified check at the bid available in cash or certified check at the AND MARILYN MIRANDA; ET ALS, DE- 2/10 & 2/17/00 Fee: $175.44 1 T –1/27/00, The Times Fee: $34.17 2/10 & 2/17/00 Fee: $169.32 conclusion of the sales. conclusion of the sales. FENDANT. The judgment amount is $164,554.12. The judgment amount is $136,954.15. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, The property to be sold is located in the The property to be sold is located in the DATED JANUARY 22, 1999 FOR SALE CITY of ELIZABETH in the County of City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, New OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. “Four Generations in Westfield... UNION, and the State of New Jersey. Jersey. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- TAX LOT NO. 818, BLOCK NO. 11. Commonly known as: 619 Green Street, tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by We Must Be Doing Something Right” COMMONLY KNOWN AS 609 NEW- Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union ARK AVENUE A/K/A 609-611 NEWARK Tax Lot No. 592 in Block No. 4. County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, AVENUE, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 40 Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY 07208. feet wide by 120 feet long. THE 23RD DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., Dimensions of the Lot are (Approximately) Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the west- 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said Taylor & Love, Inc. Realtors 150.00 feet wide by 24.74 feets long. erly side of Green Street 140 feet from the day. All successful bidders must have 20% Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the southerly side of Britton Street. of their bid available in cash or certified 436 South Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090 EASTERLY side of NEWARK AVENUE, There is due approximately the sum of check at the conclusion of the sales. 108.00 feet from the NORTHERLY side of $151,497.77 together with lawful interest The judgment amount is $196,340.85. (908) 654-6666 • (800) 222-0507 FAIRMOUNT AVENUE. and costs. The property to be sold is located in the http://arsdata.com/c21tl There is due approximately the sum of There is a full legal description on file in City of Elizabeth, in the County of Union, and $173,758.12 together with lawful interest the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the State of New Jersey. and costs. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Commonly known as: 36 DeHart Place, There is a full legal description on file in this sale. Elizabeth, New Jersey. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. RALPH FROEHLICH Tax Lot No. 310, in Block No. 13. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn SHERIFF Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 30 this sale. ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, feet wide by 120 feet long. RALPH FROEHLICH Attorneys Nearest Cross Street: Situated on the SHERIFF 1139 Spruce Drive Southwesterly side of DeHart Place, distant SHAPIRO AND KREISMAN, Attorneys P.O. Box 1024 32 feet from the Northwesterly side of Vine Suite J Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 Street. 406 Lippincott Drive Telephone: 1-908-233-8500 There is due approximately the sum of Marlton, New Jersey 08053 File No.: XCZ-38443 $224,765.20 together with lawful interest CH-754892 (WL) CH-754552 (WL) and costs. 4 T - 1/6, 1/13, 4 T - 1/6, 1/13, There is a full legal description on file in 1/20 & 1/27/00 Fee: $179.52 1/20 & 1/27/00 Fee: $173.40 the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn CRANFORD $419,000 WESTFIELD $550,000 this sale. New Listing - Custom built, spacious 5 Bedroom, New Listing - New construction with many excit- RALPH FROEHLICH 3 Bath expanded Ranch with 2-car garage on cul- ing features - 2-story Foyer, 4 Bedrooms, 2½ Baths, SHERIFF de-sac. This home features large rooms throughout, 1st floor Library and Family Room with fireplace. FRANK J. MARTONE, Attorney 4 Brighton Road Master Bedroom with Bath, Living Room with stone Approximately 3,000 square feet. Call to inspect Clifton, New Jersey 07012 fireplace, Family Room with brick fireplace, cathe- plans and special features. Quality construction and CH-754338 (WL) dral ceiling, and large Eat-in Kitchen. Call today! workmanship by D. Villane Construction. 4 T - 1/27, 2/3, 2/10 & 2/17/00 Fee: $169.32 PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-13663-98. EMC MORTGAGE CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. HOMES REALTY, INC., ET AL., DEFENDANT. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED SEPTEMBER 24, 1999 FOR SALE OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. FANWOOD $315.000 FANWOOD $329,900 By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- New Listing - This spacious home is bright and tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by New Listing - Pristine and charming, this Cen- public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union ter Hall Colonial style home features gleaming airy and has 4 Bedrooms, and 3½ Baths, large County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, hardwood floors, Living Room with fireplace rooms, many closets including a cedar closet, large Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY and 1st floor Family Room looking over a large windows, fabulous Eat-in Kitchen, fireplace and THE 23RD DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., professionally landscaped lot. The Kitchen and Master Suite with 13’x12’ Bath. Call today! SCOTCH PLAINS $469,900 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said Baths are updated. Truly a move-in condition PRICE REDUCED day. All successful bidders must have 20% home. Call today! Custom 5 BR, 3 BA Split offers privacy and space with versatility. Grade level suite of their bid available in cash or certified is perfect for guests or extended family. Beautiful wooded and landscaped lot. check at the conclusion of the sales. Spacious Family Room, wonderful floor plan for entertaining. Get all the details. The judgment amount is $74,915.60. The property to be sold is located in the City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, New Jersey. Commonly known as: 312 Rosehill Place, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07204. Tax Lot No. 1046.A in Block No. 6. Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 16 feet wide by 100 feet long. Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the south- easterly side of Rosehill Place 151.30 feet from the southwesterly side of South Street. There is due approximately the sum of $81,085.32 together with lawful interest and CRANFORD $349,000 SCOTCH PLAINS $625,000 costs. New Listing - This exceptional and charming 4 New Listing - This classic Center Hall Colonial There is a full legal description on file in Bedroom, 2 Bath Colonial is wonderfully updated in pristine condition is set on a quiet cul-de-sac. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. but still gives you plenty of old world charm. This Quality craftsmanship and pride of ownership are CRANFORD $409,000 The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn home features a spectacular Kitchen, Formal Din- evident throughout this updated 4 Bedroom, 2½ A RARE TREAT this sale. Bath home. This traditional yet unique home fea- It doesn’t get much better that this 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath expanded Cape on quiet RALPH FROEHLICH ing Room, screened porch, Living Room with fire- dead end street. Quality enhancements throughout. New Eat-in Kitchen and SHERIFF place, Family Room with built-in bookcases and tures spacious rooms, generous closets and an full Bath. A Family Room perfect for Super Bowl viewing, with room for every- ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, finished full basement with Recreation Room, Ex- ideal floor plan for today's active family and for one. Tastefully decorated throughout, just pack your bags and move in. Attorneys ercise Room and Sauna. entertaining. 1139 Spruce Drive Judy Bell, Jerry Bonnetti, Fran Comstock, Janet DeFiore, Jennifer Daniels, Barbara Doherty, P.O. Box 1024 Westfield Office Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 Tammie Hamill, Carmen Imgrund, William Jordan, Brian Kastner, Roger Love, Arleen Post, Telephone: 1-908-233-8500 Karen Roman, Genoveva Smith, Janet Sonntag, Lauren Stravach, Cheryl Wilkinson, Carol Wood 215 North Avenue, West (908) 232-5664 File: XFZ-39149 CH-754840 (WL) Each Office Independently Owned And Operated. 4 T - 1/27, 2/3, 2/10 & 2/17/00 Fee: $171.36 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, January 27, 2000 Page 19 Business Community Gathers for 88th Annual Poster Contest to Celebrate Dental Health Month for Kids Union County Chamber of Commerce Dinner WESTFIELD — Dr. Timothy P. McCabe of the Westfield Pediatric By PAUL J. PEYTON “the fastest growing segment of the small sized businesses, respectively. major highways. Dental Group, Chairman for Children’s Dental Health Month for the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Union County business sector.” Schering-Plough, a research- He also said the proposed light rail Central Dental Society, has announced that the organization will celebrate MOUNTAINSIDE — Some 500 Among recent achievements of the based manufacturer and marketer system “will make the area more February as National Children’s Dental Health Month by sponsoring a members of the business and politi- Chamber, which boasts a 92 percent of pharmaceutical products, is rees- accessible than ever (for) Schering- poster contest for students in area schools. retention rate of its tablishing its headquarters at its Plough.” Of the 5,000 Schering- The contest, featuring the theme “Healthy Smiles Are Out Of This annual membership, Kenilworth facility. Schering, which Plough employees in the local area, World,” will be open to youngsters in kindergarten through sixth grade. are the Chamber’s also has offices in Union, Cranford 3,000 reside in Union County. Information on the contest will be available through the nurse at indi- two-year-old news- and Springfield, has been located in The Holiday Inn Select In Clark, vidual schools. paper, Inside Busi- Union County since establishing its owned by the Texas-based Remington All poster contest winners will have their work displayed at the ness. The publica- Morris Avenue, Union, site in 1939. Hotel Company, recently completed Children’s Dental Health Fair in the Bridgewater Commons Mall Com- tion, Ms. Heller The company’s employees raised a $2 million renovation. An active munity Room on Saturday, February 26, from 1 to 3 p.m. Area dentists will said, has a circula- $650,000 for the United Way cam- participant in Chamber activities, the be on hand to answer parents’ questions about their children’s dental tion of 25,000. paign, funds which were matched by hotel housed displaced county resi- health. The highlight of the company. dents during Tropical Storm Floyd Prizes will be awarded to poster contest participants through random the evening, how- Schering-Plough President and this past fall. drawings. The two Grand Prize winners will receive tickets to the New ever, was an awards Chief Operating Officer, Raul Cesan, Granison Productions, Inc., based Jersey Dental Association day at Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey program. Honored in accepting the award, said Union in Roselle Park, is a media, video and Circus. were Schering- County has some of the best skilled communications services organiza- Activities and entertainment at the Children’s Dental Health Fair will Plough Corpora- workers in the world, not to mention tion that was founded 11 years ago include hands-on dental demonstrations and two shows featuring “Vappo” tion, the Holiday Inn being a “transportation hub” with this month by Oscar and Jeanne the clown. These activities are funded by local dentists who are members Paul J. Peyton for The Westfield Leader and The Times Select and Granison access to a major airport, seaport and Granison. Their son, Kevin, now of the American Dental Association. BUSINESS OF THE YEAR...Schering-Plough Corpo- The Central Dental Society is a component of the New Jersey Dental ration President and Chief Operating Officer, Raul Productions as busi- PUBLIC NOTICE serves as a Vice President with the Cesan, thanks members of the Union County Chamber nesses of the year in company. Association. of Commerce for naming the company as the Chamber’s SHERIFF’S SALE the categories of SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Large Company of the Year. large, medium and CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-16261-98. cal community braved the season’s PUBLIC NOTICE IMC MORTGAGE COMPANY, PLAIN- TIFF vs. DUMAS MARTINEZ AND OLIVIA first snowfall to attend last Thursday SHERIFF’S SALE MARTINEZ, HIS WIFE, DEFENDANT. evening’s 88th annual dinner meet- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, ing at L’Affaire in Mountainside CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DATED OCTOBER 21, 1999 FOR SALE DOCKET NO. F-7116-99. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. sponsored by the Union County GMAC MORTGAGE CORPORATION, By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Chamber of Commerce. PLAINTIFF vs. ALESSANDRO A. DE tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by AGUIAR, HIS HEIRS, DEVISEES AND public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union In addition to the wide assortment PERSONAL REPS, ET ALS, DEFEN- County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, of businesses represented, the event DANT. Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY provided candidates running for the CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, THE 2ND DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 DATED OCTOBER 19, 1999 FOR SALE at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Seventh Congressional District seat OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. successful bidders must have 20% of their the opportunity to meet with and get By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- bid available in cash or certified check at the Tops In Sales For December a pulse on the issues of most concern tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by conclusion of the sales. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union The judgment amount is $96,664.64. to the Chamber membership. County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, The property to be sold is located in the Among those attending from the Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY THE 2ND DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 07206, County of UNION and State of New Republican side were Michael at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Jersey. Ferguson of Warren, Assemblyman successful bidders must have 20% of their Commonly known as: 325 SECOND AV- Joel Weingarten of Millburn, Ken bid available in cash or certified check at the ENUE AKA 329-331, ELIZABETH, NEW conclusion of the sales. JERSEY 07206. Gardner of Woodbridge and Tom The judgment amount is $188,407.55. Tax Lot No. 1157.A a/k/a 1167.A in Block Kean, Jr. of Westfield. Democratic MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. No. 5 a/k/a 6. candidates in attendance included COUNTY: Union STATE OF NEW JER- Dimension of Lot: approximately 25.00 SEY. feet wide by 39.25 feet long. Union County Manager Michael J. STREET AND STREET NO.: 632 Mon- Nearest Cross Street: Glen Zamorski Lapolla of Westfield and former roe Avenue. Drive. TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK: 12, Situate at a point on the easterly sideline of Fanwood Mayor Maryanne S. LOT: 1018. Second Avenue distance approximately Connelly. DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 150 feet x 25 60.75 feet southerly from its intersection “The hallmark for the Chamber feet. with the southerly sideline of Glen Zamorski NEAREST CROSS STREET: 380 feet Drive. this past year has been continued from Fairmont Avenue. There is due approximately the sum of MADELINE SOLLACCIO JOHN PAPA HYE-YOUNG CHOI unprecedented growth. Last year, we There is due approximately the sum of $115,596.64 together with lawful interest 1st Place 2nd Place 3rd Place finished our third consecutive record $198,869.93 together with lawful interest and costs. and costs. There is a full legal description on file in year. And again, thanks to the sup- There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. port of all the members, we are shap- the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn ing up for an even greater year,” said The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE Patricia Heller, Chairwoman of the RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF Chamber’s Board of Directors. SHERIFF FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, She said the Chamber is in the WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., Attorney Attorneys 737 Stokes Road Suite 201 #1 Westfield Office #1 process of developing an outreach P.O. Box 1088 7 Century Drive WESTFIELD program to the minority-owned busi- Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 CH-754890 (WL) CH-754893 (WL) 209 Central Avenue ness community, which she called 4 T - 1/6, 1/13, 4 T - 1/6, 1/13, 908-233-5555 1/20 & 1/27/00 Fee: $171.36 1/20 & 1/27/00 Fee: $189.72

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HELP WANTED VOLUNTEERS NEEDED –CLASSIFIEDS– Recent Home Sales Easier Than You Might Think Westfield Rescue Squad seeks per- HELP WANTED sons willing to train as Emergency WESTFIELD $250,000. Hairdresser Yi Zhu and Qi Shou to Michael John D. Ketcham to Joseph Fraser Medical Technicians. Valid NJ Driv. Positions avail. for Shampoo Asst. Melnick, 330 Brightwood Avenue, Glickman and Jessica Sunyoung Kwon, Lic. req., min. 4 hrs./wk. We offer 24 & Manicurist. Must be licensed & $218,000. 700 Boulevard, $224,900. hr. coverage. Select a duty period experienced. Busy salon in Thomas and Sophie Stappas to Rich- Richard D. and Rahmi A. Shulman to that’s right for you. Wkday 9 am - 1 Westfield. Call (908) 232-8843 ard M. and Susan J. Cohen, 140 Stanmore Fred G. and Julie L. Scalera, 733 Sum- pm or 1-5 pm slots are perfect for Place, $650,000. mit Avenue, $395,000. parents of school children. HOUSECLEANING Stanley and Ann D. Borowiec to Alan Vincent G. and Muriel E. Hearn to Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min. and Kathy Gold, 642 Forest Avenue, Mark and Nancy Fertakos, 1402 Pine 2 hrs./wk. All training provided. Lady with good experience will $450,000. Grove Avenue, $165,000. Call the Recruiting Team at clean your home. John Ason and Judith Ann Sheft to SCOTCH PLAINS Please Call (201) 997-6345 Thomas D. Shea Jr., and Adair Peck Stephen J. Scribano to Karen L. Carter, (908) 233-2500 for details Shea, 424 Colonial Avenue, $300,000. 317 Victor Street, $210,000. HELP WANTED Richard and Susan J. Cohen to Tho- K Hovnanian at Scotch Plains to Kevin OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE mas H. and Rhonda L. Kean Jr., 405 P. and Lisa Oates, 33 Blue Ridge Circle, BUS DRIVER Westfield. Prime Location, center Harrison Avenue, $371,500. $395,112. School van drivers needed for of town in modern elevator build- Erica W. and Leonard B. Resnikoff to Anthony Messina to Ronald and Berkeley Heights or Westfield to ing. Adjacent to parking lot. Frank A. and Laura A. Napolitano, 226 Bonnie Cohen, 2109 Westfield Road Short Hills run. Each run is ap- Please call (908) 561-3583 Linden Avenue, $560,000. Circle, $260,000. proximately 2 hours in the morn- Emily C. Gurry to Hoy Joe and Robert R. Stanicki to Lewis R. Hood Sharlene Chin, 256 Hazel Avenue, Jr. and Carla J. Ponn, 2 Jenna Court, ing and 2 hours in the afternoon. GARAGE FOR RENT Must be reliable with a good driv- $260,000. $620,000. WESTFIELD – Secure, private Bausch and Lomb Realty Corporation Keith Hanks to Robert T. Spillane Jr., ing record. CDL license required. to John W. and Rae Mona Trescott Sr., 519 Westfield Road, $174,500. Possibility to combine driving with oversized 2-car garage plus stor- 786 Warren Street, $310,000. Kenneth Sommer to Michael other responsibilities to create a age . Divided 1-car $150/month Martin N. and Kelli N. Pisciotti to Donnadio, 16 Village Park Court, full-time position. Call Donna or 2-car $250. Marc and Karen Seigerman, 756 Austin $160,000. Chahalis at (973) 379-3442. Call (973) 397-3532 Street, $350,000. Joseph Spayth to James P. Muldoon HELP WANTED Rae Mona Miller to Scott S. Miller, and Reeta Roy, $369,000. 500 Rahway Avenue, $185,000. Gerald Infantino to Joy Vanpelt and SCHOOL CUSTODIAN APRTMENT FOR RENT Armand and Dolores Cosquer to Mildred Vanpelt, 846 Sims Avenue, 12 months - Black Seal License WESTFIELD – Lovely apt. in Victo- Eloides A. Garcia, 535 Summit Avenue, $233,000. required, experience preferred - rian. Close to train. Can be 1 or 2 PUBLIC NOTICE annual salary $26,500, plus ex- BRs. $1,650 avail. immed. 1½ mo PUBLIC NOTICE cellent benefits. Call: Dr. Robert rent fee, credit report. No pets/ SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Behot at (908) 233-9317 x 43. smokers. Burgdorff Realtors ERA CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, AA/EOE (908) 233-0065 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-22031-98. DOCKET NO. F-13925-98. BANKERS TRUST COMPANY OF HELP WANTED AUTO FOR SALE EMC MORTGAGE CORPORATION, CALIFORNIA, N.A., ET ALS, PLAINTIFF PLAINTIFF vs. HOMES REALTY, INC., P/T Retail vs. MARY SPANO; ROSE L. SPANO; ET AL., DEFENDANT. ’97 Volvo 850 Turbo T5 Wagon GENERAL SURGICAL ASSOCIATES, ET CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Need a lift? Join friendly staff at Mint cond. Only 20k miles. Many ALS, DEFENDANT. exclusive gift shop in Summit. Two DATED SEPTEMBER 23, 1999 FOR SALE options, extended warranty to CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED OCTOBER 14, 1999 FOR SALE to 3 days per week. Call for appt. Sep. 2003/ $26,500. Call: By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- (908) 273-2320 Days – (917) 930-6341 OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by CHILDCARE WANTED Weekends – (908) 317-4325 County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Exp. nanny/childcare provider to Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, THE 23RD DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY watch 6-month-old child in 2000 at two o’clock in the afternoon of said Fanwood home. Tues. 7:30 a.m. Classified Deadline THE 2ND DAY OF FEBRUARY A.D., 2000 day. All successful bidders must have 20% at two o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All of their bid available in cash or certified -1:30 p.m., Thurs. 7:30 a.m.-1:30 successful bidders must have 20% of their p.m., Fri. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. start- check at the conclusion of the sales. Tuesdays, 2pm bid available in cash or certified check at the The judgment amount is $129,850.05. ing in mid-February. Competitive conclusion of the sales. The property to be sold is located in the The judgment amount is $296,906.97. salary. Call (908) 889-0976 or City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, New send letter to PO Box 15, The property to be sold is located in the Jersey. (908) 232-4407 Borough of Mountainside, County of Union Commonly known as: 416 Jefferson Av- Fanwood, NJ 07023. and State of New Jersey. enue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07204. It is commonly known as 1367 Outlook Tax Lot No. 353 in Block No. 12. Drive, West Mountainside, New Jersey. Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 50 It is known and designated as Block No. feet wide by 140 feet long. 4.C, Lot No. 26.A. Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the north- The dimensions are 106 feet wide by westerly side of Jefferson Avenue 180 feet 164.5 feet long (irregular). from the northeasterly side of Magnolia Av- Nearest cross street: Ackerman Avenue. enue. Prior lien(s): Mortgage recorded May 11, There is due approximately the sum of 1992, Mortgage Book 4502, p.31, which is $140,453.07 together with lawful interest alleged to be paid in full. and costs. There is due approximately the sum of There is a full legal description on file in $348,662.19 together with lawful interest the Union County Sheriff’s Office. and costs. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn There is a full legal description on file in this sale. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. RALPH FROEHLICH The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn SHERIFF this sale. ZUCKER, GOLDBERG & ACKERMAN, RALPH FROEHLICH Attorneys SHERIFF 1139 Spruce Drive STERN, LAVINTHAL, NORGAARD & P.O. Box 1024 KAPNICK, Attorneys Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 Suite 300 Telephone: 1-908-233-8500 293 Eisenhower Parkway File: XFZ-39136 Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 DECEMBER DECEMBER DECEMBER CH-754839 (WL) CH-754885 (WL) 4 T - 1/27, 2/3, 4 T - 1/6, 1/13, 2/10 & 2/17/00 Fee: $175.44 1/20 & 1/27/00 Fee: $179.52

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Westfield Symphony Plans to Set Mood POPCORN™ Actor for Male Role Girl Interrupted With ‘The Many Ways to Say I Love You’ Sought By Kent Place SUMMIT – Kent Place Filmgoer, Sidetracked School in Summit is seeking a By Michael S. Goldberger WESTFIELD – The Westfield past and found that the audi- high school actor with a comic One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent Symphony Orchestra will continue ence, musicians, and yes, even streak for the lead male role in its current concert series, Season the conductor, at once love his 2 & 1/2 popcorns its upcoming winter musical Girl, Interrupted is a high-minded, of Enchantment 2000, with a many characters and heartily charitable little effort. It is full of astute production of Sweet Charity. If you weren’t at least a little crazy in Valentine’s Day Concert on Satur- enjoy his performance.” the ’60’s, then chances are you were if familiar characterizations, a sprin- This is an ideal opportunity kling of psychological insights and a day, February 12, at 8 p.m. at “It’s perfect for Valentine’s really crazy. It was a time to be just to join one of the busiest and coup d’etat performance by Angelina Union County Arts Center in Day,” Maestro Wroe added. slightly crazy. That’s official. most adventurous school the- Consciously for some, subcon- Jolie who steals scene after scene from Rahway. In addition to his extensive lead player Winona Ryder. ater programs in the state. sciously for others, we stuck our toes Bob Berky, the Obie winning, work as a teaching and per- It even has the good sense to know Past Kent Place productions ever so briefly into the waters of our classically-trained musical and forming artist at The Julliard destiny and took a stab at change. that its socio-historical commentary is have involved boys from Sum- as modest as it is sound. But the “Musical Clown” will illustrate “The School, Brandeis University, Change for good. Change for bad. mit High School, the Delbarton competently told saga just isn’t in- Many Ways to Say ‘I Love You’” North Carolina School for the Change for no reason at all. We ro- School, Millburn High School, manticized the only era that would triguing enough to sustain its lack of through mime interaction with or- Arts and Smith College, Mr. cinematic oomph. Columbia High School, Ora- ever really be ours. chestra and conductor. Berky has developed acclaimed Some took it very seriously. Some The year is 1967. And it’s shades of tory Preparatory School and Dustin Hoffman in The Graduate “Programming a clown with a programs for clown and orches- didn’t take it very seriously at all. And other schools. (1967)——the feminine take. Winona symphony orchestra’s concert may tra. some, like recent high school grad To join the cast, please call Susanna Kaysen, were simply inter- Ryder is affecting enough as the inter- seem, literally, a little off-beat,” He has performed with the rupted girl in question, uncertain of Bob Pridham, Director of The- rupted. On the road to find out, Susanna mused Music Director and Con- Toronto Symphony, the her values and lately being pressured Bob Berky atre at Kent Place School, (908) discovered that, in her case, “do your ductor, David Wroe. “But, Bob Winnipeg Symphony, the Syra- own thing” entailed an 18-month stay into charting a course. When folks ask 273-0900, Extension No. 218, at a mental institution. Susanna what she plans to do follow- Berky’s artistry and repertory of cuse Symphony and the Roch- ing high school, she informs that she ester Philharmonic. Mr. Berky is Award for his play, Cooking The as soon as possible. Based on Ms. Kaysen’s autobio- comic intention have made him a graphical account of the same title and hopes to write. At which point her leader in American mime. I have the winner of The Kennedy World. His television appearances adapted by director James Mangold, inquisitors politely iterate, “Yes, but included him in concerts in the Center’s 1991 Roger L. Stevens include specials on PBS, Canal what do you plan to do?” Plus, MTV, Disney and Nickel- As if in answer to all these ques- tions, Susanna falls asleep at high odeon. Cranford Dramatic Club Gets school graduation. And back home at In addition to accompanying her posh suburban digs, she has in- Mr. Berky as the Musical Clown, creasingly come to commit the various the Westfield Symphony Orches- Geared Up for Mame Production and sundry faux pas, which proves especially embarrassing at any of tra will play music from El Amor CRANFORD – Rehearsals are direct the performance. He has mumsy and daddy’s cocktail parties. Brujo, the romantic ballet-panto- currently under way for the also directed My Fair Lady and She even has a little to-do with one of mime by Spanish composer, Cranford Dramatic Club’s Winter Music Man. her male teachers. Manuel de Falla. The concert cul- Production of the popular musi- Musical direction will be led But when she decides that a bottle minates with Beethoven’s Sym- of aspirins followed by a fifth of vodka cal-comedy, Mame. The play by Anne Weeks of Westfield. is just the ticket to get rid of the phony No. 7. will open on Friday, February Janice Lynn Shuhan of West relentless headache that’s formed a 11. Paterson will cloud above her pretty noggin, it’s Special Notice: The production features a provide time for the psychiatrist to enter stage right. cast of over 30 actors, singers choreo- All Arts & Entertainment At the shrink’s office, she denies the and dancers. “If He Walked Into suicide attempt. Both the doctor and Press Releases Should My Life,” “We Need a Little Christ- parents wring their hands. What lack mas,” “Bosom Buddies,” and of responsibility! What chutzpah! Be Sent via e-mail to: How dare she not grow up accord- [email protected] “Mame” are some of the classic ing to their schedule? But it’s probably songs that make the musical such her lack of contrition that brings insti- By Fridays at 4 p.m. a smashing success. graphic direction. tutionalization to mind. However, Peter Clark of Cranford will Mame will run on Fridays, because she’s 18, Susanna’s, alas, well- February 11, 18 and 25, and Sat- meaning parents can’t commit her to a mental hospital. No problem, though. Musical Groups, Performers urdays, February 12, 19, and 26. Their hardly subtle manipulation bul- All performances will be held at lies the young woman into signing 8 p.m. at the theater, 78 Winans herself over to the care of seemingly Sought by Arts Committee Avenue, Cranford. civilized Claymoore. Of course, it’s a catch 22 situation; Tickets are $15 and may be that is, she can’t sign herself out. And reserved by calling (908) 276- hey, these people she’s been huddled For Village Green Series 7611. A special two show mini- in with are really nuts. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Interested performers should series subscription for Mame and Georgina (Clea DuVall) is an invet- the Spring Production of the com- erate liar; Daisy’s (Brittany Murphy) Brentano String Quartet Plains Cultural Arts Committee is submit their tape to any committee eating disorder (which involves hoard- currently planning for the Summer member or mail to Laura Sanson edy Lend Me a Tenor, is available ing rotisserie chickens) approaches Village Green Series. Botto, Executive Director, Scotch for $25. A subscription that is the bizarre; and everyone kowtows to Brentano String Quartet Prepares Music bands and children’s per- Plains Recreation Office, 430 Park ordered now will ensure reserved Lisa, the aforementioned standout formers are being asked to submit Avenue, Scotch Plains, 07076. seats for both productions. performance crafted by Angelina Jolie. But here is also where great friend- videotapes, cassettes or CD’s to Background information on the Mastercard and Visa are accepted. ships grow, and where alliances form Westfield, Maplewood Concerts the committee for review for the musical group or performer, as Free, lighted, on-site parking despite the various enmities that also concert series. well as price requirements should is available. fester. It is where daily realizations WESTFIELD — The Brentano across the country. Performances will be held ev- also be included. and sudden epiphanies of introspec- String Quartet, as well as violist He has also performed with the ery Thursday evening during Committee members consist of Look for the Review! tion are doled out wholesale. Thus Maria Lambros and cellist Michael Chamber Music Society of Lincoln the months of July and August. Ellen Baron; Irene Bartels; Ms. what follows can be titled One Flew Kannen, are the featured artists to Center and with many string quartets, CDC’s Mame in the 2/17 Over The Cuckoo’s Nest, Lite. Children’s performances are Botto; Barbara Doran; Cindy Lea The usual sorts populate Claymoore, perform in the next concert of the and has played in music festivals both usually 45 minutes long, while Kuntz; Maureen LaCosta; Chair- Edition of A&E but with the edges neatly sandpa- Arbor Chamber Music Society. The in Canada and the United States. He main concerts run for 90 min- person, Patty Romano; Geri M. pered to disguise the stereotypes. concert, the third in the Arbor Group’s has taught at Princeton and several utes. Samuel and Lillian Wiener. Hence we are happily spared a Nurse 1999-2000 series, will take place in other universities, and teaches now at The Committee is especially in- For more information, please Ratched. Maplewood and Westfield. the Purchase College Conservatory terested in featuring local talent call the Recreation Office at (908) Editorial Instead, Whoopi Goldberg issues The Maplewood concert will be of Music. this summer. 322-6700. her kind but firm standby in the per- performed on Saturday, February 5, The Arbor Chamber Music Soci- Continued from Page 22 sona of Nurse Valerie. Jeffrey Tambor is at 8 p.m. at the Burgdorff Cultural ety, founded in 1991 by Westfield Mark Your Calendars! the monotonic Dr. Potts whose name Center, 10 Durand Road. The resident Lenore Fishman Davis, has rhymes, we surmise, not entirely out of rising success despite its Emmy coincidence with crackpots. And head- Westfield concert will be held at 4 performed for eight years in New ing the headshrinks is the dauntingly p.m. on Sunday, February 6, at St. Jersey. Arbor is funded in part by the Annual Art Auction Sponsored defeat. matriarchal Dr. Wick (Vanessa Paul’s Episcopal Church, 414 East New Jersey Council on the Arts Call it a comeback that The Redgrave), a female cross between Dr. Broad Street. through grants administered by the Sopranos have garnered four Freud and a prison matron. Both concerts will feature Essex County Office of Cultural and By Cultural Arts Committee Upon her arrival, Susanna soon finds Beethoven’s Quartet Op. 18, no. 3, Heritage Affairs and the Union Golden Globe awards? Or did they her ledge of comfort within the peck- and Brahms’ Sextet in G Major, Op. County Office of Cultural and Heri- SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch dessert and coffee will also be just sit patiently and pay their ing order. Quickly affirming that she 36. In addition, Beethoven’s Sonata tage Affairs. dues while challengers like NBC’s has a strong personality, she berths Plains Cultural Arts Committee will offered. herself just a rung beneath Miss Jolie’s for Cello and Piano in C Major will be It is funded as well by grants from sponsor the second annual Art Proceeds from the auction will “ER” and ABC’s “The Practice” presented in Westfield, and Tan Dun’s the Bergen Foundation, the Westfield wicked Lisa. If Dickens had penned Auction on Friday, February 25, at be used to supplement the Cul- enjoyed the glowing spotlight? Girl, Interrupted, Lisa’s arrogant de- Eight Colors for String Quartet will Foundation, and the Union County ceits and haunting visage would make be played in Maplewood. Freeholders HEART grant program. the Scotch Hill Country Club in tural Arts Program. Either way, now NBC’s “The West Scotch Plains. A fee of $10 per person or $15 her the Ghost of Sociopathic Present. A pre-concert lecture by com- The Society receives support from Wing” finds itself on the same She’s been escaping from upper poser John Sichel will take place at Hayward Industries, Chase Manhat- Picture viewing will commence per couple will be charged. Tick- back burner, tapping nervously in crust Claymoore for the last eight each venue 45 minutes before the tan Bank and Simpson Construction. from 7 to 8 p.m. The auction will ets may be purchased at the Scotch the passenger’s seat while the years, each time finding her way back to the security of its ready categoriza- performance. Admission is $17.50 per concert begin at 8 p.m. Plains Recreation Office, 430 Park Sopranos drive the Golden Globe The Brentano String Quartet is com- and $14 for seniors. Students are During the viewing, light hors Avenue, Scotch Plains, or from tions and diagnoses. She’s their Peck’s Bad Girl. She revels in the identity. posed of Mark Steinberg and Serena admitted free (recommended for ages d’ouevres, wine and soda will be members of the Cultural Arts Com- getaway car. It’s a pity. Martin Sheen as the President But Lisa is really a variation on Peter Canin, violinists, Misha Amory, vio- 10 years and older). Tickets and served. Following the auction, mittee. Pan, except that instead of refusing to list, and Nina Maria Lee, cellist. Since brochures can be obtained at the For more information, please call of the United States and Rob Lowe grow up, she declines to get well. And its inception in 1992, the Quartet has door, or by calling (908) 232-1116 or Chansonettes Announce the Recreation Office at (908) 322- as his Deputy Communications she brags about it. Her cynicism and been singled out for its technical by e-mail: [email protected]. 6700. Director may not seem terribly mock bravado are seductive. So natu- brilliance, musical insight, and stylis- Rehearsals for Program rally, everyone has a love-hate rela- believable, but tuning in on tic elegance. The group has made WESTFIELD – The tionship with Claymoore’s femme tres dangereuse. Susanna is no exception. appearances in major musical centers Elm Building Chansonettes of Westfield, a Wednesday nights at 8 p.m., will in North America and abroad, includ- Cheryl O’Halloran McLeod make the scenario a reality. And And that’s the problem. women’s singing ensemble, be- Instead of focusing with additional ing the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, Continued from Page 22 To Present Exhibition funny thing, they manage to get the Sydney Opera House and Alice gan rehearsal for their spring pro- verve on Susanna’s rather uncertain gram yesterday, Wednesday, Janu- At Freeholder Gallery through a whole hour without pro- malady, which Dr. Potts quickly con- Tully Hall in New York. Schlosberg, as well as a place to offer tends is borderline personality disor- Its awards include the Naumburg ary 26. fanities en masse inundating the small plays, lectures and community ELIZABETH – The Union der, or perhaps delving a bit more into Chamber Music Award, the first The group, which sings four- script and drowning out the meat the cataclysmic times as they relate to meetings. County Board of Chosen Cleveland Quartet Award, and the Executive Director of the Down- part harmony, will also meet each of the matter. the protagonist’s plight, Mr. Mangold’s 10th Annual Martin E. Segal Award. town Westfield Corporation, Michael Wednesday evening at 8 p.m. at Freeholders has announced Full of frenzy and sophistica- script takes the form of a heroic struggle Brentano is the first quartet-in- La Place, told The Leader and The The Presbyterian Church in its 2000 inaugural art exhibit, between the forces of good and evil. It tion, two elements that are often is played out in traditional boarding residence at Princeton University, Times that the downtown area Westfield. All levels of voice are “Images of Union County,” and has been the quartet-in-resi- “doesn’t have a performing arts or which features the forgotten on the TV screens these school style, full of big and little se- welcomed. Try-outs are not nec- days, “The West Wing” captured crets, some kept, some divulged. dence at New York University for meeting space” and he is excited work of Unfortunately, we’ve seen this tri- several years. about the discussion taking place essary. The Chansonettes will include Plainfield the same critical acclaim that in- angle before: Susanna is the nice witch, Violist Maria Lambros has per- about the auditorium. artist trigued us when The Sopranos Lisa is the bad witch, and good old formed internationally as a member “It’s an exciting plan, using an “And All That Jazz,” “Lady of Spain,” Cheryl made it’s hit in our living rooms. Claymoore is the problematical sym- of several of this country’s award- asset the town already owns,” said and “Edelweiss” in their spring bol of authority that neither will sub- winning string quartets, appearing Mr. La Place, though stressing that program. O’Halloran The difference between the two mit to or ally with, even if it’s to their at, among other venues, Lincoln talks are still very much in the “con- Any group or organization wish- McLeod. dramas lies in the moral that comes advantage. Given the story’s limited Center, the Concertgebouw, ceptual stage.” ing to book a performance for the The exhibit will be held just before the credits start roll- horizon’s, the Misses Ryder and Jolie “It would add to the mix of things we thrust and parry with the best of them. London’s Wigmore Hall, and the spring concert, may contact Louise until Friday, February 11, in ing. Spicy, gritty and gutsy, “The Konzerthaus in Vienna. She appears do here. It would provide cultural groups the Freeholders Gallery, 6th But the old ploy runs out of steam at the option of having events in Westfield Loffredo at (908) 232-8213. To join Sopranos” must resort to shock about the three-quarter mark. regularly at major chamber music Floor, Union County Admin- and add to the vitality of the downtown.” the Chansonettes, please contact techniques to keep us on the edge While diverting enough to consider festivals, and has been on the faculty Co-Presidents Nancy Lau at (908) istration Building, when it becomes available on video, of a number of educational institu- of the couch. “The West Wing” 654-5130 or Ginny Bucci at (908) Elizabethtown Plaza, Rahway Girl, Interrupted need not interfere with tions, including Harvard University still uses spice, grit and gut, but your regular moviegoing schedule. An updated report 232-1750. Avenue, Elizabeth. and, currently, Purchase College. from the Facilities Committee The Gallery is open from 9 with a special ingredient – a moral. * * * * * Cellist Michael Kannen, a former The Chansonettes are under the Girl Interrupted, rated R, is a Co- on the proposal will be direction of Jean Schork of a.m. to 5 p.m., weekdays Hmm. Seems the Hollywood For- member of the Brentano String Quar- offered in a later issue. lumbia Pictures release directed by tet, has performed as soloist with Westfield and accompanied by and Thursday evenings. eign Press didn’t quite know how James Mangold and stars Winona numerous symphony orchestras Mary Ellen Freda of Cranford. to do the math. Ryder, Angelina Jolie and Whoopi CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 22 Thursday, January 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Arts & Entertainment

Pen and Ink Keith Hertell Named Honorary

By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN ‘The West Wing’ Soars With Viewers; Chairman of Symphony Gala By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN Livingston High School through vic- when discussing the addition of Although Snubbed by Golden Globes Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times tories and losses, serves as a St. Maestro Wroe to the Symphony Thumbing its nose at a riveting drama with challenging ideals, a WESTFIELD – Keith S. Hertell Stephen’s Minister, leads the Cen- during the last two years. “I believe “Le Violoniste Bleu” by Marc powerful pace, and an ensemble to die for, the Hollywood Foreign is a man who wears many hats. A tral Jersey Stars, a select soccer it is the second best symphony in the Chagall Press Association numbly picked HBO’s “The Soprano’s” over this father, grandfather and husband, he team for girls, chairs the Board of state of New Jersey. It is a must see season’s edgy newcomer, “The West Wing.” What were these judges also coaches the girls soccer team at Platinum Communications, a tele- for me.” ARTIST OF THE WEEK smoking when this decision was penned on those envelopes ripped communications company, and is a In a statement released last Fri- open on Sunday evening? Ugh. Don’t tell me. partner in the Bursa International day to The Leader and The Times, Last July, I featured an editorial singing the praises of Tony Soprano Soccer Institute. Maestro Wroe stated, “It gives me Marc Chagall and his paisans, crossing my And now, the 31-year resident of particular pleasure to welcome my fingers that they would snatch Westfield will proudly don a new dear friend, Keith Hertell, as Hon- (1887-1985) hat as Honorary Chairman for “Be- orary Chairman of the Westfield up their well-deserving Emmy “When I am finishing a picture awards. Well-deserving until gin the Beguine,” Westfield Sym- Symphony Orchestra Gala. There phony Orchestra’s annual benefit are few philanthropic endeavors in I hold some God-made object up “The West Wing” hit the scene. to it—a rock, a flower, the branch gala, its largest fundraiser of the Westfield not touched by Keith’s of a tree or my hand—as a kind of Ever since that editorial, the year, on Saturday, March 4, at the generosity and leadership. He is a Star-Ledger has traced the So- final test. If the painting stands Hilton at Short Hills. giant amongst community leaders, up beside a thing man cannot pranos’ family tree, supplied a “I’m overwhelmed, flattered, and and the Westfield Symphony Or- make, the painting is authentic. map of shooting (and I mean, honored,” reflected Mr. Hertell in chestra celebrates his love and com- If there’s a clash between the shooting) of local locations for an morning interview with The mitment to the Symphony through two, it is bad art,” said Russian- the program, and countless Westfield Leader and The Times. “I the biggest party of the year! Thank native and French painter Marc commentaries on the show’s have always enjoyed all kinds of you, Keith!” Chagall. Influenced primarily by French The cast of NBC’s “The West Wing” Continued on Page 21 Keith S. Hertell music and included in that is classi- After hearing Maestro Wroe’s cal music.” words of congratulations, Mr. cubism, Chagall was both a graphic designer and painter Although he doesn’t credit him- Hertell stated, “Part of my appre- who helped give definition to self with any particular musical skill, ciation of being involved with the 20th century art. He painted vari- A Cultural Arts-Community Center the former Chairman of the Board Symphony is getting to know David ous murals in the lobby of the of Education’s Finance Committee on an informal basis.” Moscow Jewish State Theater recalled those musical inclinations Jane Francz, the Symphony’s where he was art director. He In Westfield: Dream or Possibility? and talents of his two sons, Darren Chairwoman for the evening stated, also developed several settings and his late son Keith S., 2nd. A “We were thrilled when Mr. Hertell for the productions such as bal- fervent supporter of their musical accepted our invitation. He is a ma- lets and operas there. Although he utilized a cookie By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN interests, Mr. Hertell also bends an jor supporter of the Symphony and “This would have been difficult stressed that “nothing is official.” cutter style of color technique, Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times to justify doing this for our needs She added that the issue is “tech- WESTFIELD – Beyond the Chagall was a child of the ex- (school board) alone,” reported Ms. nically on the Board of Education’s pressionistic era. His artwork stacks of dusty storage items, one Walsh, who noted that many com- plate and not the Town Council’s.” blends objects of folklore and can almost hear the faint voice of a munity and cultural arts groups are “Everyone has been extremely fantasy, primarily from Judaism. violin or the enthusiastic brain- well aware that the auditorium space supportive,” she noted. “A coop- Two large murals by Chagall storming of a community group, exists. erative venture between music, currently hang in the lobby of even the rehearsal of a once-Broad- However, Ms. Walsh told The school, government and cultural the Metropolitan Opera House way musical. Is it a dream? Leader and The Times that the school groups in town” would represent in New York City. Twelve glori- Although still in the very early board will maintain its offices at the ous stained glass windows by what Ms. Walsh described as the Chagall grace the synagogue of and preliminary ultimate collabora- discussion stages, Hadassah Hospital, in Jerusalem. tion if such a venue They are worth our admiration. a proposal is be- becomes available. ing eyed to use the She stated that such auditorium of the a forum would be Westfield Board of called the “Westfield Education’s Ad- Board of Education State ministration Administration Building at 302 Building and Cul- of the Art Elm Street as a tural Arts Center.” venue for music, Those dusty stor- Music school and cultural BENEFIT CELEBRATION...The Hilton at Short Hills will be the age items would also The Westfield Symphony arts groups in backdrop of the Westfield Symphony Orchestra’s annual black-tie relocate to the benefit gala on Saturday, March 4. The theme will reflect the Orchestra in Westfield will town. building’s basement host its next concert on Satur- School Board beginning of the century, “Begin the Beguine.” The festive event and lavatories would features a reception, gourmet dinner, dancing and both live and day, February 12, at 8 p.m. at the President and Fa- be placed throughout Union County Arts Center in silent auctions. Pharmaceutical giant, Merck & Company, Inc. is a Rahway. For more information, cilities Committee the main floor where major supporter of the Symphony. Last year’s gala, depicted above, Chairwoman please call (908) 232-9400 or Elm Street Administration Building the auditorium sits. was also a smashing success. Pictured, left to right, are: Lawrence visit www.westfieldnj.com/wso. Darielle Walsh Former Board of Naldi, Merck Plant Manager at the Rahway/Linden site; Richard The Crossroads in stressed to The Education member Trabert, former Merck executive; Janice Naldi; Music Director and Garwood will offer perfor- Westfield Leader and The Times Elm Street Building if the audito- Keith S. Hertell, who chaired the Conductor of the Westfield Symphony Orchestra, David Wroe; and mances by 2nd Reality on Janu- that such usage of the building’s rium becomes such a dream venue. Germaine Trabert, a member of the board of the Town Bank of ary 27; Watchdog Blues Band on Finance Committee during his ten- Westfield and Vice Chairwoman of the New Jersey State Council on January 28, Billy Hector Band on auditorium, which currently has The offices, which hold approxi- ure, stated, “I cannot speak for the non-utilized space, “is in the plan- the Arts. January 29 and PH8-The Hellcats mately 60 staff members, would re- present board; however, when I on February 3. Juggling Suns will ning stage.” locate to the second floor. was a member of the Board of appreciative ear toward the sounds an enthusiastic advocate for its perform on February 2. For more “This is something that wouldn’t The staff would be “constantly Education, we would have been of the Symphony. growth. It is a great pleasure to work information, please call (908) have been possible a number of inside” while the auditorium would very receptive to the auditorium Permanently endowed as the with him.” 232-5666. years ago because parts of the build- be in use, according to Ms. Walsh. Symphony’s Concertmaster Chair Mr. Hertell revealed that Ms. New Jersey Performing being used for cultural events such Arts Center (NJPAC) in New- ing were underutilized. An eleva- “We’re not moving out,” she said. as that and, quite frankly, other in memory of their son who was a Francz “brings a tremendous amount of enthusiasm to her task (as chair- ark will welcome the Royal Phil- tor was needed for ADA accessi- Recitals, concerts and gallery ex- community events on an as-need composer, musician, singer and harmonic Orchestra on Friday, bility,” noted Ms. Walsh. hibitions are some of the possibili- basis.” stand-up comedian, Mr. Hertell and woman) as well.” February 4, at 8 p.m. at NJPAC’s According to the Facilities Chair- ties for the auditorium space, ac- “It would be a great venue,” he his wife, Kathleen, have been stead- When asked about his responsi- Prudential Hall. For more infor- woman, a three-phase plan made cording to Ms. Walsh, who added surmised. fast in their love for the Symphony bilities for the evening of the gala, mation, please call 1-888-GO- possible by moneys put aside by that the safety exits, acoustics and a “That would be the crème de la and its beloved place in the commu- Mr. Hertell reported that he has ar- NJPAC! the Board of Education includes ranged tables for the Symphony’s The Colonial Symphony in number of code requirements would crème place in Westfield to be,” nity. Morristown will present a con- the elevator, which should be com- need to be analyzed when evaluat- said founder and Executive Direc- “I don’t have a problem being the largest fundraiser of the year, se- cert of classical music on Satur- pleted by the end of this month, the ing the feasibility of such a project. tor of the New Jersey Workshop town crier when it comes to telling cured items for both the live and day, February 5, at the Commu- renovation of lavatories and the The Facilities Committee met for the Arts, Dr. Theodore K. people about his fine organization,” silent auctions, and will offer a brief nity Theatre, 100 South Street, reconstruction of the auditorium with an architect on Monday to re- Schlosberg, when asked about the he said, adding that whenever he speech to attendees. Morristown. For more informa- tion, please visit as a public meeting space. view such plans; however, Ms. Walsh prospect of using the space for invites guests to attend Symphony Not viewing his position as Hon- orary Chairman as a responsibility, www.colonialsymphony.org. community purposes. concerts, they are equally impressed Literature NEW JERSEY’S OLDEST Professional, student and small by the ensemble’s caliber and ge- Mr. Hertell stated that he rather chamber groups performing in nius of Music Director and Conduc- views his role as “selling something The Town Book Store in • COMMUNITY THEATER • such a forum are some options for tor David Wroe. that I enjoy.” Westfield will host a book dis- According to Mr. Hertell, the am- cussion group meeting for “Har- the space envisioned by Dr. “The Symphony has reached a vesting Ice” by Lawrence Cirelli. • • whole new level,” Mr. Hertell noted biance of the Hilton at Short Hills The Cranford Dramatic Club Proudly Presents Continued on Page 21 For more information, please and the comedic talent of Westfield call (908) 233-3535. The Musical Comedy Hit... resident and auctioneer for the • • Join Us For Our 5th Annual evening, Jon Bramnick, will make Theatre the gala an evening to remember. Cranford Dramatic Theatre Superbowl Party A gourmet dinner, reception, will present Mame on Fridays and dancing to the society swing of Saturdays, February 11, 12, 18, 19, • • 25 and 26. All performances will Mame Great Prizes and Give-aways including Miller Lite Michael Mark and the aforemen- be held at 8 p.m. in the theater at tioned auctions will serve as a NFL Blow-up Chairs • Sunday, January 30th 78 Winans Avenue in Cranford. • • fundraiser to aid the various initia- All tickets are $15 each. For ticket Book by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee tives by the Symphony, including information, please call (908) 276- Music & Lyrics by Jerry Herman 651 Michigan Ave (908) 687-3311 education and outreach programs. 7611. New Jersey Performing Arts Kenilworth “It is not at all stuffy,” Mr. Hertell Center (NJPAC) in Newark will • Featuring a cast of over 30 actors, singers and • enthused. “It’s an excuse to get present Rodgers and dancers performing the classic songs that make dressed up. It’s very relaxed and Hammerstein’s The Sound of the musical such a smashing success. truly a fun evening.” Music with Richard Chamberlain • • As a two-time boxing champion from Tuesday, February 8, to Sun- raising $130,000 through matches day, February 13, at the NJPAC’s held at Madison Square Garden for Prudential Hall. For tickets, please call 1-888-GO-NJPAC! Fri., February 11, 18 & 25 – 8:00 pm One-to-One, an organization which • • raises funds for retarded citizens, Art Sat., February 12, 19 & 26 – 8:00 pm Mr. Hertell has spearheaded several Westfield Art Association will Reserved seating tickets $15.00 organizations in town, including the host a pastel demonstration with • • Westfield Booster Organization, the Cheryl O’Halloran on Sunday, February 13, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Box Office (908) 276-7611 Westfield Jaycees and the College Sunday Brunch 10am to 1pm Men’s Club. the Westfield Community Room, Now accepting Mastercard and Visa 425 East Broad Street, Westfield. • • Adults – $10.95 • Children – $4.95 (under 12) He was the former chairman of For more information, please call the Major Gifts Division of the Free, lighted, on-site parking Made-to-order Waffles & Omelets • Fresh Baked Breads • Pasta Station (908) 232-7058 or (908) 232-3381. and many other delicious items • Reservations Recommended United Fund of Westfield and he has Top Notch Crafts and Fine • • founded the Westfield Soccer Asso- Arts will host a crafts show from ciation, the Fall Soccer Program Friday, February 4, to Sunday, and the Westfield Y Soccer Camp. February 6, at Piscataway Em- • Live Entertainment bassy Suites Hotel in Piscataway. • • • For more information about the gala For more information, please visit Friday & Saturday Evenings or to obtain tickets, please call the www.festivalnet.com/topnotch. Symphony office at (908) 232-9400. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK