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USPS 680020 Published Every Thursday OUR 111th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 45-111 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. Thursday, July 19, 2001 Since 1890 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Resident Backs McGreevey Campaign Trail Leads McGreevey Bids for Pool Design In Radio Ad To Westfield and Scotch Plains Plans May Come By STEPHEN CHIGER Specially Written for The Westfield Leader By STEPHEN CHIGER somewhere amid the handshakes and ties Construction and Financing Act, As Democrat and Woodbridge Specially Written for The Westfield Leader photo opportunities, the candidate passed one year ago, to provide state Mayor Jim McGreevey brought his He came, he saw, he shook hands. paused to address some of his views monies for public school construc- By Summer’s End gubernatorial campaign to Westfield That’s what candidates do, and that’s on education, which has come to the tion projects. last week, one resident delivered the what brought Woodbridge Mayor and forefront since a recent Quinnipiac Under this legislation, both University poll pegged it as the top Westfield and Scotch Plains are now By DEBORAH MADISON that the expansion would severely candidate’s message to thousands of Democratic gubernatorial nominee Specially Written for The Westfield Leader concern for state voters. receiving millions of state dollars impede on their adjacent yards. Less others. Jim McGreevey to Westfield and Westfield Recreation Director extensive renovations were agreed Scotch Plains last Wednesday, day Standing at a podium in a Westfield toward school modernization initia- Bruce Kaufmann will meet with en- Jill Sawers, a local independent High School (WHS) classroom, Mr. tives. upon after many meetings between voter, was featured in Mr. nine of his walk across the state. gineering and design professionals commission members and residents As they go, the five hours of cam- McGreevey highlighted his support The candidate said the act would McGreevey’s first radio ad of the Schoor DePalma of Manalapan this in the area. paigning were fairly standard. But for the New Jersey Education Facili- make renovations affordable, while general election. week to finalize the design plans that The pool complex currently in- providing tax relief for local resi- will go out for bid for the construc- In the ad, she called Republican dents. He said that in a single year, cludes a 50-meter pool measuring gubernatorial candidate and former tion phase of the Memorial Pool 165 feet by 75 feet, a 40-foot by 60- state funding received in Westfield renovation project. Jersey City Mayor Bret Schundler will translate to a savings of $55 per foot diving tank, a kiddie pool and “out of step” with her values, citing If everything goes according to playground, while the adjacent Me- average town taxpayer. schedule, bids for the construction his pro-gun and anti-abortion posi- Mr. McGreevey and his supporters morial Park includes six tennis courts, phase of the project are expected to four softball fields, two basketball tions. criticized GOP opponent and former go out by the end of July or early “And while most of us with chil- Jersey City Mayor Bret Schundler, a courts, two soccer fields and two August and be awarded by the end of handball courts. dren are trying to make our schools 1977 WHS graduate, for opposing August. the law and broadly supporting The final pool renovations in- better, Bret Schundler’s proposals The Recreation Commission hopes clude replacing the existing diving actually take money out of public voucher-type initiatives. to begin the first phase of construc- Superintendent of Schools Dr. tank with a smaller diving tank, the schools,” she said toward the end the tion on the pool by early fall and to addition of two water slides with a 60-second spot. William J. Foley said that the high complete the construction by the school is expecting approximately 24-foot by 28-foot splash down A housewife and mother pursuing summer of 2002. area, the addition of a lap pool, her second master’s degree, Ms. 500 additional students in the next The pouring of concrete will have five years, and that a voucher system adding picnic tables and large um- Sawers has voted for both Republi- to wait until after the last frost, which brellas and upgrading other minor would not solve space problems in usually occurs in April, according to cans Christine Todd Whitman and Westfield. features. Ronald Reagan. However, she has Mr. Kaufmann. If next spring is par- The total cost of the pool project “I think it’s significant that he (Mr. ticularly rainy, then construction also voted for a number of Demo- Schundler) has been here — he gradu- will be approximately $1.2 mil- crats, including Senator Jon Corzine could be delayed and may postpone lion, which is funded entirely by ated from here — and he could walk the June 2002 opening of the pool. In and former Westfield Mayor Tho- through these halls and recognize a pool membership dues and not tax mas C. Jardim. that event, the commission will in- dollars. A plan to upgrade and reno- lot of stuff,” he said. form pool members ahead of time In a later interview, she said that However, Bill Guhl, spokesman vate the adjacent Memorial Park is Stephen Chiger for The Westfield Leader about the possible delay. also in the works. Mr. Schundler “is just very extreme PUBLIC GATHERING…Woodbridge Mayor and Democratic gubernatorial for the Schundler campaign, said in on his views.” Ms. Sawers noted that The commission hasn’t yet de- Discussions for the design phase candidate Jim McGreevey, center, met outside of The Westfield Diner, with a phone interview that Mr. Schundler cided what remedy will be offered if she was originally supporting Act- members of the community last Wednesday during a tour through Westfield wasn’t necessarily against the school of the park project will be re-ad- the opening is delayed. dressed after construction for the ing Governor Donald T. DiFrancesco. and Scotch Plains. Pictured, above, Mr. McGreevey poses for a photograph with construction act, but that the candi- The Memorial Pool renovation The release of the ad last week, local political officials. date felt he had a better option. pool is underway, Mr. Kaufmann project was first proposed in 1999 reported. The park renovations will complimented by one from Mr. Mr. Schundler’s education plan is and included extensive renovations, essentially a new twist on the voucher be funded by property taxes and Schundler’s campaign, has left some some of which were subsequently was estimated to cost approxi- analysts wondering why both candi- idea, providing tax incentives for McGreevey Meets Supporter scrapped due to residents’ objections CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 dates have started their media com- those who donate to private school mercials so early in the year. scholarship funds. Mr. Guhl said that This past weekend, Mr. Schundler Of Campaign Finance Reform this system would also encourage aired his first television advertise- the creation of more charter schools. Though the Quinnipiac poll indi- ment of the season, criticizing Mr. By STEPHEN CHIGER nance reform, and similar to Demo- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader crat Jim McGreevey’s trek across cated that more New Jersey voters McGreevey’s record as Woodbridge were in favor of a voucher system mayor and calling the candidate a The silhouette of Steve Ma sug- New Jersey, he’s going from to town gests something magnificent. Cut to town to spread his message. than against it, Mr. McGreevey said “machine politician.” the private school system simply can’t Bill Guhl, spokesman for the against the backdrop of New Jersey’s The reform-centered tenor of the varied landscape, it one is of a lone walks may be one of the few things support the 1.3 million students re- Schundler campaign, said they ceiving public education. Mr. wanted voters to understand the dif- citizen walking across the state, an Mr. Ma’s and Mr. McGreevey’s tours, American flag draped over his shoul- which crossed paths last week in McGreevey said that his opponent ference between the two candidates. would “pull the plug on public edu- He said there is less time before the der. Westfield, have in common. Mr. Ma’s cause is campaign fi- cation.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 It was day nine of Mr. McGreevey’s journey and day 86 of Mr. Ma’s, Still, the discussion’s focus on when they briefly met at around 11 education did not prevent Mr. Nov. Ballot to Include a.m. last Wednesday to talk politics. McGreevey from repeatedly noting Though Mr. McGreevey said he is in Mr. Schundler’s much-maligned anti- favor of campaign finance reform, abortion and pro-gun views, which he would not commit to Mr. Ma’s run counter to the overall state con- Freeholder Candidate, agenda, calling public financing of sensus. elections a goal more than an imme- “I think he’s outside the main- diate solution. stream values,” said Mr. McGreevey Westfield’s Jeff Schundler “Right now, the state is confront- of his opponent. “The notion of con- ing a $20 billion deficit,” said Mr. cealed weapons on (East) Broad By STEPHEN CHIGER strategies would be to convince dis- Street in Westfield is clearly not a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader McGreevey, who added it would be enfranchised Democrats to vote for his charge as governor not to incur mainstream value.” Bret Schundler isn’t the only mem- his party. “(Local) Republicans say any further obligation. Mr. McGreevey’s visit came at a ber of his family running for political they never win these elections. Now, Mr. Ma said that by cleaning up time when both parties have begun to office. if I’m not going to win this election, campaign finance, public money step up campaigning efforts. Last Robert Jeffrey Schundler, a I’ve got nothing to lose,” he said. would not be wasted on sweetheart week, the two camps surprised pun- Westfield resident and older brother If the Schundler brothers are both deals that drain state coffers. He cited dits by kicking off radio ad cam- to the Republican gubernatorial hope- elected, Mr. Schundler said that the Atlantic City Tunnel as one such paigns, which typically don’t start ful, is expected to be approved as one Union County could become a pilot occurrence, which he said could fund until after Labor Day. of the party’s candidates for the Union area for larger state plans. elections for the next four to five This past weekend, Mr. Schundler County Board of Chosen Freehold- “If he (Bret) had a program he years. aired his first television ad, attacking ers on Monday evening. wanted to try someplace, and I “Candidates for office are basi- Mr. McGreevey’s record and touting Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader Mr. Schundler will take the place thought it was a good program, I cally doling out favors to their con- his own. Both parties brushed aside A BEAUTY OF A BOAT…Seated in the Town of Westfield boat, Mayor of Paul Marques, who dropped out of would try to get it done in Union Gregory S. McDermott proudly displays his “Blast 10” watercraft, which he tributors,” he said. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 the race in early July, citing time County.” Citing a 1999 report by the State entered in Sunday’s first annual Westfield Mayors’ Regatta. constraints, according to Union He offered a policy of streamlin- Election Law Enforcement Commis- County Republican Chairman Ron ing tenure as an example. sion, Mr. Ma said that in New Jersey’s Frigerio. Mr. Schundler also noted that in last state election, candidates who Mr. Schundler gained the recom- this instance he would have a direct outspent their opponents won their Subdivision of Historic Marsh House mendation of the local party’s screen- way of bringing county information races 92 percent of the time, and that ing committee at its meeting this to the governor. two-thirds of that money came from past Monday. No other candidates Like his brother, who is the former only 67 donors. showed up to compete for the posi- Approved by Town Planning Board CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 tion. By JAMES M. FOERST “It wasn’t one of the things I was Specially Written for The Westfield Leader the public and the planning board. proposed will intrude on the charac- expecting, I can tell you that,” said Board member Martin Robbins ter of the surrounding community.” The Westfield Planning Board gave expressed his desire to maintain the Chairman Newell added that he Mr. Schundler, who had originally the green light to the subdivision of compatibility of a new home to those would like to see plans for a home lost in the Primary election. Running the historic Charles Marsh House on his brother’s ticket, and against that exist in the surrounding commu- “balanced to the neighborhood as property on Salter Avenue in Westfield nity. He said he was “concerned that opposed to putting in the largest pos- the county line, he earned 5,667 votes. during its meeting on July 9. on a lot of this size, a house out of sible home on the lot.” Mr. Marques received 9,097. Theodore Alley, who owns the “We are happy to have him on the scale to others in the neighborhood After reaching a compromise with property at 500 Salter Place, will could be built.” Mr. Alley, the application was ap- line with us,” said Mr. Frigerio, sug- soon go forward with plans to subdi- A Westfield ordinance limits the proved. The applicant agreed to sub- gesting that the county committee vide the land into two lots. may have invited him to run origi- size of homes to 35 percent of the mit the plans for any construction on The historic home will not be af- total square feet of the lot on which the new lot to both the Westfield nally, but did not know he had wanted fected, but the lot will be reduced by the home is built, according to the Architectural Review Board, as well to seek a seat on the freeholder board. half creating a second lot of 10,497 The potential candidate said that if planning board officials. as the Westfield Historic Preserva- square feet and measuring approxi- This particular lot could carry a tion Commission. elected, he would focus on stream- mately 70-feet x 150-feet. home of approximately 3,675 square However, the review by these com- lining government, including the Designated in 1998 as a historic contracting and subcontracting of feet, “much larger than other homes mittees would be for guidance only landmark by the Westfield Preserva- in the neighborhood,” noted Plan- and would not be binding on the businesses and reforming medical tion Commission, The Charles Marsh ning Board Chairman Robert Newell. property owner. insurance for county employees. House was built in 1775 by Charles Politically, he said that he agrees Board member William Ziff said Mr. Alley also agreed to retain a Marsh and is one of only a small that the Marsh property “is the focal large row of cedar trees on the east- with his brother on almost all issues, number of Revolutionary War era point of the neighborhood; it defines ern side of the property as well as with the exception of abortion. homes remaining in town. Mr. Schundler said that his what this neighborhood is.” He said agreeing to limit the size of any new The building was originally lo- that “to build on the property as home to 3,200 square feet. brother’s name recognition should cated on Benson Place, but was boost his campaign. Since he is run- Stephen Chiger for The Times moved to Salter Avenue in the 1950s. ning in a county with an all-Demo- MEETING OF THE MINDS…During his walk through Westfield last week, Democratic gubernatorial candidate and Woodbridge Mayor Jim McGreevey, It was purchased by Mr. Alley in INDEX cratic freeholder board, he may need 1983, a distant relative of Mr. Marsh. A&E...... Page 19 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 7 that recognition. center, took time to speak with Steve Ma, right, who is working for campaign finance reform. They sat down at The Westfield Diner to confront the issue, The request to subdivide the prop- Business ...... Page 16 Education ...... Page 9 Social ...... Page 6 He said that one of his campaign where they were joined by a campaign worker. erty met with opposition from both Classifieds...... Page 15 Obituary ...... Page 8 Sports ...... 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By ERIN COCKREN Specially Written for The Westfield Leader WESTFIELD — The yelps, screams and hollers coming from inside the brick building resound throughout the playground, and yet not one head turns. But don’t worry, it is not as bad as it sounds, every- thing is under control. It’s just an- other game of Indian Pin, the pre- ferred summer activity at Wilson Elementary School. The Westfield Recreation Play- ground camps are in full swing again this summer and the fun is free flowing. The playground pro- gram is a free seven-week day camp open to children who will be en- rolling in anywhere from first to seventh grade in the fall. As always the camps are located at all six Erin Cockren for The Westfield Leader elementary schools: Jefferson, ANYONE FOR CARDS?...These first graders show their cards to The Westfield McKinley, Tamaques, Wilson, Leader roving reporter. Washington and Franklin, as well tetherball tournaments. Not to men- favorite event where the kids make as at the Neighborhood Council. tion every variety of tag imaginable, their own booths and activities. The Courtesy of Westfield Public Schools The summer activities kicked off candy hunts and capture the flag. fair will take place July 12 from at FOCUSING ON EDUCATION...Democratic gubernatorial candidate and Woodbridge Mayor Jim McGreevey visited on June 26 and will come to a finale Inside there is battleship, Connect all playground locations. Every site Westfield High School (WHS) on July 11 to show his support for the School Facilities Financing Act and the aid it provides on Friday, August 10. Four, card games, and of course an had booths with traditional favor- to suburban school districts. Pictured, with Mr. McGreevey during his visit, was: Assistant Superintendent of Human Here the possibilities with which intense round of Indian Pin. For those ites like ring toss, dinner food for Resources Margaret Dolan; Assistant WHS Principal Robert Eyre; Superintendent of Schools Dr. William J. Foley; to fill the hot days of summer are artistically inclined, once a week sale and prizes to win. Board of Education President Arlene Gardner; Executive Director of the Garden State Coalition of Schools Lynn endless. schools are treated to a special Arts Jefferson included ring on the Strickland and WHS Assistant Principal John Farinella. The mainly high school and col- and Crafts leader, but there are crafts cone, guess how many candies are lege age counselors engage the kids masterpieces being created daily. To in the jar, football toss, wheel of in everything from arts and crafts keep the kids further entertained most fortune, a bike wheel game, de- to kickball to a ride on the tire days are given a theme such as beach sign your cookie and a temporary Assembly Bill Would Require swing. On the playground there is day or birthday day. Plus, every tattoo booth. All proceeds from always the classic swing set and Monday the campers splash the day the fair go to funding special events slide. But there are also ongoing away at Memorial Pool. and trips for the remainder of the kickball, softball, Noc Hockey and The annual Playground Fair is a summer. Employers to Negotiate Job Titles By FRED ROSSI which would require public employ- with the collective bargaining unit Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ers, including local municipal gov- whose members would be affected Campaign Trail Leads McGreevey SCOTCH PLAINS -- The State ernments with civil service employ- by any such changes. Steve Ma Legislature recently introduced a bill ees to negotiate any job title changes Assembly Bill No. 3653, spon- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 sored by Assmblyman Nicholas R. To Westfield and Scotch Plains He said he was disappointed by Mr. Felice (Bergen-Passaic) and Assem- McGreevey’s response. “At this point, Woman Rescued From Fire blywoman Rose Marie Heck CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the media moves, saying that they McGreevey like an old friend when both McGreevey and (Republican op- (Bergen), would, if enacted, infringe only want to make voters aware of he entered his store. He said he re- ponent Bret) Schundler seem like In Cacciola Place Building on “a management prerogative that the differences between the two can- called Mr. McGreevey from the last they’re trying to avoid the issue.” should not be eroded,” said Thomas E. Atkins, Township Manager for didates. time he was campaigning. Meanwhile, Mr. Ma said he has By SUZETTE F. STALKER scene to find heavy smoke and flames Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Scotch Plains. The township would Though he lost the 1997 “(That’s) our next governor, folks,” received a lot of support from New shooting out a front first-floor win- WESTFIELD – Two Westfield po- dow and encroaching on the second be the only local community affected Governor’s race by a slim margin, he said. Jersey residents. by the legislation. Mr. McGreevey was defeated by in- “I’ve gotten an extremely positive lice officers and a fire department lieu- floor apartment immediately above it. tenant rescued a wheelchair-bound A search of the first-floor apart- Specifically, the bill states, “Titles cumbent Christine Todd Whitman reaction from everybody except poli- woman from her second-story apart- ment using an imaging camera uncov- shall not be established, consolidated by relatively larger amounts in this Pool Design ticians,” he said. According to Mr. ment Sunday afternoon while battling ered no victims, according to a report or abolished by public employees area, recording an almost 2-to-1 loss Ma, only Independent Candidate and a blaze which had erupted on the first issued by the Westfield Fire Depart- except pursuant to a written agree- to the former governor in Westfield. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 State Senator Bill Schluter (R-Mer- floor. ment. An attack line was utilized to ment” between the public employer Former Westfield Democratic mately one cent per $100 of as- cer) has supported what he considers Carol L. Jackson was found in her extinguish the fire and another line and the bargaining unit. Mayor Thomas C. Jardim thinks sessed value. The total projected meaningful reform. apartment at 202-206 Cacciola Place was put in place to prevent the fire Currently, local governments can things might be different this time cost for the Memorial Park renova- Mr. Ma’s agenda includes public and brought to safety by Lieutenant from spreading to other apartments. add or eliminate job titles as they see William Morrison of the Westfield Fire Chief Castellano said members of around. tions is estimated to be approxi- financing of elections, new restric- fit, in light of changing circumstances mately $2 million. Department and Officers Gregory W. his department fought the fire for more or employee departures. “Every once in a while the real tions on campaign donations, and A detailed blueprint, indicating Kasko and Frank Moya of the than an hour. Off-duty firefighters had “It doesn’t happen very often,” Mr. thing comes along, and Jim incentives for candidates to reduce McGreevey is the real thing,” he the renovations to the pool com- Westfield Police Department, who been called in to assist with the effort. Atkins told The Westfield Leader. In the amount of money raised in state were searching apartments for vic- A secondary search of the first floor said. plex will be published sometime in fact, he said job title elimination in the next few weeks after they are elections. He said that other states, tims as firefighters combated the blaze. dwelling conducted after the fire was Scotch Plains has only occurred once During his visit, Mr. McGreevey All were subsequently treated for extinguished revealed that a pet cat came to Westfield around 11 a.m., finalized by Schoor DePalma. such as Oregon, Colorado and Maine, in the more than 21 years he has been The training of Recreation De- have passed similar policies with minor smoke inhalation by Westfield belonging to the tenants there had Township Manager. biking over from neighboring Volunteer Rescue Squad personnel and perished in the blaze. Cranford. Met by a crowd of close to partment staff in the new photo ID encouraging results. released, Fire Chief John Castellano The legislation would make it All apartments at the building were mandatory for local government, in 50 supporters, he was followed system began on Tuesday. Instruc- Mr. Ma, a Metuchen resident, quit confirmed this week. Several other ventilated and checked with carbon tions for obtaining a new photo ID its role as personnel authority, to through the town by an entourage of his job at the New Jersey Public people in two other apartments in the monoxide detectors before the occu- will be published in The Westfield Interest Research Group to begin his building escaped injury. pants were allowed to reenter them. negotiate any changes with the local local Democrats, some of who are Leader and posted at the pool. unions. involved in their own political cam- walk. He set out on April 16, hoping Firefighters, who were alerted to The Red Cross and Family Services the blaze at 8:58 p.m., arrived at the personnel assisted with arranging “If I wanted to create a job title, I’d paigns. that about 1,500 miles and six months have to negotiate,” Mr. Atkins said. The day marked the completion of later, he would end up in Trenton placement for the first-floor apartment tenants that evening. They stated that “And if I wanted to eliminate a title 120 miles of Mr. McGreevey’s trek Radio Ad with enough popular support to make they would be staying with their daugh- for reasons of efficiency and economy across the state, leaving 11 days and CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 campaign finance reform a priority Jeff Schundler ter. because the duties and responsibili- 180 miles to go. His tour will end on election than people think. issue — just in time for November’s CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 An investigation of the incident re- ties may have changed, I’d also have Sunday in Cape May. To be certain, this year’s contest election. mayor of Jersey City, Mr. Schundler vealed that the blaze started in a front to negotiate.” Following a closed meeting with will be a race to secure New Jersey’s Embarking on the most grassroots is no stranger to politics. He has served bedroom in the first-floor apartment, While not deeming the proposal to Union County municipal police independent voters, which comprise of campaigns, Mr. Ma depends on as the Co-Chairman of the New Jer- according to fire officials, although be overly important, Mr. Atkins said chiefs, Mr. McGreevey spent the over half of the state’s electorate. To New Jersey residents to volunteer sey delegation to the 1995 White the cause remained unknown at press he “shouldn’t have to negotiate” such House Conference on Small Business time. matters. The legislation was intro- morning strolling through Westfield’s that effect, Ms. Sawers represents places for him to stay each night. two of the most coveted voting blocks and has been a statewide advisory The apartment where the fire oc- duced last month and is currently downtown, stopping to introduce Behind the scenes, his wife Pam himself to store proprietors and resi- for this election: women and moder- board member of the New Jersey curred sustained heavy fire and smoke being considered by an Assembly does most of the work for his trek, dents. He greeted two local resi- ates. Small Business Development Center. damage. There was also smoke dam- committee. arranging places for him to speak age to the other units in the four- dents, Rita Laine and Eileen Mr. McGreevey told The Westfield He is also a member of the New Scotch Plains officials recently sent Leader that the ad featuring Ms. and sleep. Jersey Guardian Advisory Council, apartment complex and the apartment a letter to Acting Governor Donald T. Nathanson, as they were eating a directly above the one where the blaze meal at Vicki’s Diner. Sawers was designed to appeal to part of the New Jersey Federation of DiFrancesco, informing him of their Independent Businesses. began had damage to the ceiling, walls opposition to the bill. Ms. Nathanson, a Democrat, and moderate Republican voters, many of whose votes are up for grabs now Kelsey Ill Placed “What interested most of us was and floor. Ms. Laine, a Republican, said they that Republicans Bob Franks and On Dean’s List the fact that he brings an entrepre- would both vote for the candidate. Mr. DiFrancesco are no longer in the neurial element to the ticket,” Mr. Ms. Laine cited a number of his race. WESTFIELD – Westfield resi- Frigerio said. policies, including his stance on Ms. Sawers’ husband, Gregory, is dent Kelsey Ill was among 600 Mr. Schundler has lived in school construction, as the reasons the treasurer of the Westfield Repub- undergraduates named to Denison Westfield since 1978, and is the Chief for her support. lican Committee. While he did not University’s spring Dean’s List Financial Officer and Controller of “I like his energy,” she added. want to comment about the upcom- by University Provost David the Schundler Company, a Metuchen- Later that day, Mr. McGreevey ing election, he said that he respects Anderson. based firm that produces perlite and visited Scotch Plains, home of would- his wife’s opinion. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. vermiculite, minerals used in con- be opponent and Acting Governor “She and I just differ on this Robert Ill of Westfield, Kelsey struction. Donald T. DiFrancesco, for a similar issue,” said Mr. Sawers, who plans graduated Westfield High School After graduating from Penn State walk. to vote for Mr. Schundler in the in 1999. University in 1968, he joined the fall. “With a little bit of luck she’ll At Denison, Kelsey is a junior, United States Army, becoming a First Matthew Glennon, a Fanwood resi- majoring in German. dent, attended the gathering. see the error of her ways.” Lieutenant for the 78th Transport “I think he (Mr. McGreevey) seems Company in Germany. very straightforward,” Mr. Glennon said. “He seems knowledgeable of 5th ANNUAL the issues and he clearly has oppo- JAZZ PERFORMANCES IN site views of Mr. Schundler, who I DOWNTOWN WESTFIELD, NJ find to be very scary in his platform.” According to a Gannett poll pub- 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. lished this past weekend, Mr. EVERY TUESDAY McGreevey currently enjoys a nine EXTENDED point lead over his opponent. The TO AUGUST 7th margin of error for that study is 4.3 points. John Losavio, owner of John’s Douglas M. Fasciale Meat Market, greeted Mr. July 24th Performers: Location: Michael Craig Band Elm Street in front of Cafe Java Certified Civil Trial Attorney Dave Leonhardt Trio Quimby Street in front of Scott’s Shoes by the Supreme Court of New Jersey Clip & Save! Scarlett Blue Band Central Avenue in front of Bombay Westfield Jazz Festival Concentrating in personal injury Schedules (Tuesdays 7 -9 pm) (7/24-Central Avenue in front of and malpractice cases. Bombay), Michael Craig Band (7/24-Elm Street in front of Cafe Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, LLP Java), Dave Leonhardt Trio (7/ 24-Quimby Street), Chuck Lam- Attorneys At Law - A Full Service Firm bert (7/31-North Avenue at Elm Quimby & Elm Streets, July 24th 6:30 to 9:00 pm Street), Christopher Dean Band Mark your calendar for August 28th 40 Paterson Street 116 S. Euclid Avenue (7/31-E. 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USPS 485200 Published OUR 43RD YEAR – ISSUE NO. 29-43 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. Thursday, July 19, 2001 Every Thursday (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Resident Backs County’s Decision McGreevey Campaign Trail Leads McGreevey In Radio Ad To Westfield and Scotch Plains On Ashbrook Sought By STEPHEN CHIGER By STEPHEN CHIGER Specially Written for The Times University poll pegged it as the top make renovations affordable, while Specially Written for The Times concern for state voters. providing tax relief for local resi- As Democrat and Woodbridge He came, he saw, he shook hands. Standing at a podium in a Westfield dents. He said that in a single year, By Mayor Marks Mayor Jim McGreevey brought his That’s what candidates do, and that’s High School (WHS) classroom, Mr. state funding received in Westfield gubernatorial campaign to Westfield what brought Woodbridge Mayor and McGreevey highlighted his support will translate to a savings of $55 per By FRED ROSSI that trees would have to come down. last week, one resident delivered the Democratic gubernatorial nominee for the New Jersey Education Facili- average town taxpayer. Specially Written for The Times After all, you can’t have a tree at candidate’s message to thousands of Jim McGreevey to Westfield and ties Construction and Financing Act, Mr. McGreevey and his supporters Back in the late summer of 1999, second base.” And environmental- others. criticized GOP opponent and former the Scotch Plains government ists’ concerns about drainage and Jill Sawers, a local independent Jersey City Mayor Bret Schundler, a signed a letter of intent with Union flooding should be assuaged be- voter, was featured in Mr. 1977 WHS graduate, for opposing County to lease for 99 years a small cause, “putting in green grassy McGreevey’s first radio ad of the the law and broadly supporting parcel of land in the Ashbrook Res- fields would actually hold water general election. voucher-type initiatives. ervation that would be developed better” than the present situation, In the ad, she called Republican Superintendent of Schools Dr. into badly-needed ballfields. the Mayor stated. gubernatorial candidate and former William J. Foley said that the high Nearly two years later, the local “We’ve been very patient. But Jersey City Mayor Bret Schundler “out school is expecting approximately government is we have a recre- of step” with her values, citing his pro- 500 additional students in the next still waiting, ational commu- gun and anti-abortion positions. five years, and that a voucher system with some de- nity of residents “And while most of us with chil- would not solve space problems in gree of impa- whose patience is dren are trying to make our schools “We’ve been very patient. Westfield. tience, for the But we have a recreational wearing thin,” better, Bret Schundler’s proposals “I think it’s significant that he (Mr. Union County Mr. Marks said. actually take money out of public Schundler) has been here — he gradu- Board of Cho- community of residents whose “It’s tough to be schools,” she said toward the end the ated from here — and he could walk sen Freeholders patience is wearing thin.” patient meeting 60-second spot. through these halls and recognize a to give their fi- with 9-, 10- and A housewife and mother pursuing Scotch Plains Mayor lot of stuff,” he said. nal approval for Martin L. Marks 11-year olds in her second master’s degree, Ms. Sawers However, Bill Guhl, spokesman the project. uniforms asking has voted for both Republicans Chris- for the Schundler campaign, said in Scotch Plains me where the new tine Todd Whitman and Ronald a phone interview that Mr. Schundler Mayor Martin L. Marks said he ballfields are.” Reagan. However, she has also voted wasn’t necessarily against the school would like to have a definitive an- “We’re not getting any concrete for a number of Democrats, including construction act, but that the candi- swer from the county before the answers on whether the project is Senator Jon Corzine and former date felt he had a better option. end of the summer. alive, dead or whether there’s is Westfield Mayor Thomas C. Jardim. Stephen Chiger for The Times PUBLIC GATHERING…Woodbridge Mayor and Democratic gubernatorial Mr. Schundler’s education plan is When the county unanimously some kind of a compromise avail- In a later interview, she said that candidate Jim McGreevey, center, met with members of the community last essentially a new twist on the voucher passed its resolution of intent to able. And we’re holding off on other Mr. Schundler “is just very extreme Wednesday during a tour through Westfield and Scotch Plains. Pictured, above, idea, providing tax incentives for allow Scotch Plains to lease the projects while we wait for the on his views.” Ms. Sawers noted that Mr. McGreevey shakes hands with local residents. those who donate to private school land for $1 per year, the plan was to county to tell us what they’re going she was originally supporting Act- scholarship funds. Mr. Guhl said that turn the site behind the Park Place to do,” he explained. ing Governor Donald T. DiFrancesco. Scotch Plains last Wednesday, day passed one year ago, to provide state this system would also encourage Diner into two ballfields and two Mayor Marks said the Ashbrook The release of the ad last week, nine of his walk across the state. the creation of more charter schools. soccer fields. project is “the best opportunity for complimented by one from Mr. monies for public school construc- As they go, the five hours of cam- tion projects. Though the Quinnipiac poll indi- “Since then,” according to Mayor us.” Schundler’s campaign, has left some paigning were fairly standard. But cated that more New Jersey voters Marks, “we’ve spent $100,000 to Buying private property and turn- analysts wondering why both candi- Under this legislation, both somewhere amid the handshakes and Westfield and Scotch Plains are now were in favor of a voucher system $150,000 in engineering costs to ing it into ballfields “would cost us dates have started their media com- photo opportunities, the candidate than against it, Mr. McGreevey said see if the project was feasible.” hundreds of thousands of dollars mercials so early in the year. receiving millions of state dollars paused to address some of his views toward school modernization initia- the private school system simply can’t Working with the state Department just to buy the land.” And some of This past weekend, Mr. Schundler on education, which has come to the support the 1.3 million students re- of Environmental Protection, the the publicly-owned property in aired his first television advertise- tives. forefront since a recent Quinnipiac The candidate said the act would ceiving public education. Mr. township’s consultant concluded Scotch Plains is “not conducive” to ment of the season, criticizing Mr. McGreevey said that his opponent that the project was doable and that ballfield development. McGreevey’s record as Woodbridge would “pull the plug on public edu- there would be no off-site impact “I still continue to have some mayor and calling the candidate a cation.” regarding poor drainage and risk of hope,” Mr. Marks said, noting that “machine politician.” McGreevey Meets Supporter Still, the discussion’s focus on flooding, as feared by several local support for the project still exists at Bill Guhl, spokesman for the education did not prevent Mr. environmental groups that had pro- the county level, although that back- Schundler campaign, said they McGreevey from repeatedly noting tested the project. ing is not unanimous. In the mean- wanted voters to understand the dif- Of Campaign Finance Reform Mr. Schundler’s much-maligned anti- Mayor Marks told The Times of time, Scotch Plains and county of- ference between the two candidates. By STEPHEN CHIGER varied landscape, it one is of a lone abortion and pro-gun views, which Scotch Plains-Fanwood that delays ficials continue to discuss the mat- He said there is less time before the Specially Written for The Times run counter to the overall state con- continue at the county level because ter via letters, phone calls, e-mails election than people think. citizen walking across the state, an The silhouette of Steve Ma sug- sensus. they are “probably taking some heat” and meetings. And Mayor Marks To be certain, this year’s contest will American flag draped over his shoul- gests something magnificent. Cut der. “I think he’s outside the main- from the environmental groups. remains hopeful of hearing some CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 against the backdrop of New Jersey’s Mr. Ma’s cause is campaign fi- stream values,” said Mr. McGreevey “There’s some concern about the good news from the county within nance reform, and similar to Demo- of his opponent. “The notion of con- number of trees that would have to the next month or two. crat Jim McGreevey’s trek across cealed weapons on (East) Broad come down” to develop the site, he “If we don’t hear something, one Nov. Ballot to Include New Jersey, he’s going from to town Street in Westfield is clearly not a remarked. Yet, he noted, when the way or another, we’ll have to as- sume the project isn’t going to hap- to town to spread his message. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 1999 resolution of intent was The reform-centered tenor of the passed, “one would have thought pen,” he concluded. Freeholder Candidate, walks may be one of the few things Mr. Ma’s and Mr. McGreevey’s tours, which crossed paths last week in Westfield’s Jeff Schundler Westfield, have in common. It was day nine of Mr. McGreevey’s By STEPHEN CHIGER that recognition. journey and day 86 of Mr. Ma’s, Specially Written for The Times He said that one of his campaign when they briefly met at around 11 Bret Schundler isn’t the only mem- strategies would be to convince dis- a.m. last Wednesday to talk politics. ber of his family running for politi- enfranchised Democrats to vote for Though Mr. McGreevey said he is in cal office. his party. “(Local) Republicans say favor of campaign finance reform, Robert Jeffrey Schundler, a they never win these elections. Now, he would not commit to Mr. Ma’s Westfield resident and older brother if I’m not going to win this election, agenda, calling public financing of to the Republican gubernatorial I’ve got nothing to lose,” he said. elections a goal more than an imme- hopeful, is expected to be approved If the Schundler brothers are both diate solution. as one of the party’s candidates for elected, Mr. Schundler said that “Right now, the state is confront- the Union County Board of Chosen Union County could become a pilot ing a $20 billion deficit,” said Mr. Freeholders on Monday evening. area for larger state plans. McGreevey, who added it would be Mr. Schundler will take the place “If he (Bret) had a program he his charge as governor not to incur of Paul Marques, who dropped out of wanted to try someplace, and I any further obligation. the race in early July, citing time thought it was a good program, I Mr. Ma said that by cleaning up constraints, according to Union would try to get it done in Union campaign finance, public money County Republican Chairman Ron County.” would not be wasted on sweetheart Frigerio. He offered a policy of streamlin- deals that drain state coffers. He cited Mr. Schundler gained the recom- ing tenure as an example. the Atlantic City Tunnel as one such mendation of the local party’s screen- Mr. Schundler also noted that in occurrence, which he said could fund ing committee at its meeting this this instance he would have a direct elections for the next four to five past Monday. No other candidates CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 showed up to compete for the posi- tion. Cheri Rogowsky for The Times “It wasn’t one of the things I was SAIL OF THE CENTURY…Garwood Mayor Michael Crincoli, center, holds the trophy he received for winning the first expecting, I can tell you that,” said annual Westfield Mayors’ Regatta. Mr. Crincoli is flanked by Scotch Plains Mayor Martin L. Marks, left, and Regatta Mr. Schundler, who had originally Staff Committee member Bud Haroski. lost in the Primary election. Run- ning on his brother’s ticket, and against the county line, he earned 5,667 votes. Mr. Marques received Fanwood Officials Defend Approval 9,097. “We are happy to have him on the line with us,” said Mr. Frigerio, sug- Of Block as Redevelopment Area gesting that the county committee may have invited him to run origi- By SUZETTE F. STALKER lots, freeze property values and pos- On June 14, the council approved nally, but did not know he had wanted Specially Written for The Times sibly compel the borough to accept a resolution accepting an earlier rec- to seek a seat on the freeholder board. Officials in Fanwood addressed development projects it may not want ommendation by the Fanwood Plan- The potential candidate said that several land use and redevelopment to have there. ning Board that the block be desig- if elected, he would focus on stream- issues at last Thursday’s regular Bor- Bordered by South, Martine and nated as an area in need of redevel- lining government, including the ough Council meeting, during which LaGrande Avenues and Second opment, in accordance with criteria contracting and subcontracting of one longtime resident forcefully criti- Street, the block is made up of 24 set forth under New Jersey’s 1992 businesses and reforming medical cized the governing body’s recent separate tax lots representing a vari- Local Redevelopment and Housing insurance for county employees. decision to designate a block of down- ety of commercial uses. Four of these Law. Politically, he said that he agrees town land as an area in need of lots, at the corner of LaGrande Av- The Planning Board’s endorsement with his brother on almost all issues, redevelopment. enue and Second Street, make up the was based on a comprehensive study Joseph DiRienzo, an attorney, with the exception of abortion. long-vacant Dean Oil site. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Mr. Schundler said that his Stephen Chiger for The Times charged that designating the 6.5-acre MEETING OF THE MINDS…During his walk through Westfield last week, block in this way was not in the best brother’s name recognition should Democratic gubernatorial candidate and Woodbridge Mayor Jim McGreevey, INDEX boost his campaign. Since he is run- interest of the community. He ar- A&E...... Page 19 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 7 center, took time to speak with Steve Ma, right, who is working for campaign gued it would affect owners’ ability ning in a county with an all-Demo- finance reform. They sat down at The Westfield Diner to confront the issue, Business ...... Page 16 Education...... Page 9 Social ...... Page 6 cratic freeholder board, he may need where they were joined by a campaign worker. to make decisions about their own Classifieds...... Page 15 Obituary ...... Page 8 Sports ...... Page 11 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, July 19, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Scotch Plains Parks Offer Full Assembly Bill Would Require Array of Summer Programs Employers to Negotiate Job Titles By ERIN COCKREN By FRED ROSSI add or eliminate job titles as they see a letter to Acting Governor Donald T. Specially Written for The Times Specially Written for The Times fit, in light of changing circumstances DiFrancesco, informing him of their SCOTCH PLAINS — Whether SCOTCH PLAINS -- The State or employee departures. opposition to the bill. you are looking for high speed Legislature recently introduced a bill “It doesn’t happen very often,” Mr. thrills, a water fight or to just read which would require public employ- Atkins told The Times of Scotch Plains under a shady tree this summer, the ers, including local municipal gov- and Fanwood. In fact, he said job place for a total summer experi- ernments with civil service employ- title elimination in Scotch Plains has Steve Ma ees to negotiate any job title changes ence is the Summer Park Program only occurred once in the more than CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 in Scotch Plains. with the collective bargaining unit 21 years he has been Township Man- years. The counselors arrived at whose members would be affected ager. “Candidates for office are basi- Brookside, Farley Park, and Green by any such changes. The legislation would make it cally doling out favors to their con- Forest on July 2 armed with enough Assembly Bill No. 3653, spon- mandatory for local government, in tributors,” he said. games and activities to keep young- sored by Assmblyman Nicholas R. its role as personnel authority, to Citing a 1999 report by the State sters busy until the program comes Felice (Bergen-Passaic) and Assem- negotiate any changes with the local Election Law Enforcement Commis- to a close on Friday, August 10. blywoman Rose Marie Heck unions. sion, Mr. Ma said that in New Jersey’s The Summer Park Program is (Bergen), would, if enacted, infringe “If I wanted to create a job title, I’d last state election, candidates who operated by the Recreation Depart- on “a management prerogative that have to negotiate,” Mr. Atkins said. outspent their opponents won their ment of Scotch Plains. The three should not be eroded,” said Thomas “And if I wanted to eliminate a title races 92 percent of the time, and that sites host a day camp Monday to E. Atkins, Township Manager for for reasons of efficiency and economy two-thirds of that money came from Friday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. The Scotch Plains. The township would because the duties and responsibili- only 67 donors. cost of the program is $10, plus the be the only local community affected ties may have changed, I’d also have He said he was disappointed by fee for additional trips. The camp by the legislation. to negotiate.” Mr. McGreevey’s response. “At this has a full schedule with specific Specifically, the bill states, While not deeming the proposal to point, both McGreevey and (Repub- activities planned for each day, as “Titles shall not be established, be overly important, Mr. Atkins said lican opponent Bret) Schundler seem well as games that are available consolidated or abolished by pub- he “shouldn’t have to negotiate” such like they’re trying to avoid the is- every day of the week. Erin Cockren for The Times lic employees except pursuant to a matters. The legislation was intro- sue.” SUMMER FUN...These youngsters enjoy a round of the card game UNO at written agreement” between the A typical day at the playground Brookside Park in Scotch Plains. duced last month and is currently Meanwhile, Mr. Ma said he has could start off with a kickball tour- public employer and the bargain- being considered by an Assembly received a lot of support from New nament, followed by a game or two enjoying books that the counselors ing unit. committee. Jersey residents. design posters and prepare acts that Currently, local governments can of four squares, a water balloon read aloud. are judged at the August 10 talent Scotch Plains officials recently sent “I’ve gotten an extremely positive toss and then a quick round of UNO There are also daily activities show. reaction from everybody except poli- before lunch. Afterwards, there is planned, which generally take place The kids also take weekly trips for a ticians,” he said. According to Mr. time to play on the swings, shoot on Mondays. Just to name a few, there change of scene. Every Thursday the Campaign Trail Leads McGreevey Ma, only Independent Candidate and some hoops and show off some is a treasure hunt, dizzy bat race, hula kids go to the Jewish Community Cen- State Senator Bill Schluter (R-Mer- Noc Hockey skills all before head- hoop contest, partner races, team trivia, ter in Scotch Plains to swim in the pool. To Westfield and Scotch Plains cer) has supported what he considers ing home at 1 p.m. obstacle course and poster contest. Almost every Friday, campers meaningful reform. If that’s not enough to fill your The poster contest will be incor- from ages 6 to 13 go to local CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Mr. Ma’s agenda includes public fun craving, there is a Ping-Pong porated into the end of the summer amusement parks. Excursions mainstream value.” 50 supporters, he was followed financing of elections, new restric- tournament, football, and arts and celebration on Friday, August 10, planned for this summer include Mr. McGreevey’s visit came at a through the town by an entourage of tions on campaign donations, and crafts. from 6 to 9 p.m. That evening, par- Bowcraft Amusement Park in time when both parties have begun to local Democrats, some of who are incentives for candidates to reduce Once a day, campers stop to take ents are invited to enjoy a cookout Scotch Plains, Six Flags Great step up campaigning efforts. Last involved in their own political cam- the amount of money raised in state a rest while listening to music that and watch as the children perform. Adventure in Jackson, Fun Station week, the two camps surprised pun- paigns. elections. He said that other states, they have brought from home and During the summer, the youngsters and Keansburg Amusement Park. dits by kicking off radio ad cam- The day marked the completion of such as Oregon, Colorado and Maine, paigns, which typically don’t start 120 miles of Mr. McGreevey’s trek have passed similar policies with until after Labor Day. across the state, leaving 11 days and encouraging results. This past weekend, Mr. Schundler 180 miles to go. His tour will end on Mr. Ma, a Metuchen resident, quit Fanwood Officials Defend Approval aired his first television ad, attacking his job at the New Jersey Public Sunday in Cape May. Interest Research Group to begin his Mr. McGreevey’s record and touting Following a closed meeting with his own. Both parties brushed aside the walk. He set out on April 16, hoping Union County municipal police that about 1,500 miles and six months Of Block as Redevelopment Area media moves, saying that they only chiefs, Mr. McGreevey spent the CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 want to make voters aware of the dif- later, he would end up in Trenton morning strolling through Westfield’s with enough popular support to make of the block performed earlier this Scotch Plains-Fanwood the redevel- ferences between the two candidates. character and his commitment to the downtown, stopping to introduce campaign finance reform a priority year by planner Richard Preiss. As opment plan could only be imple- Board of Health, calling him a “very Though he lost the 1997 Governor’s himself to store proprietors and resi- stated in his report to the board May issue — just in time for November’s mented through passage of an ordi- caring and compassionate person and race by a slim margin, Mr. dents. He greeted two local resi- election. 16, Mr. Preiss found all but seven of nance, which would require a public definitely a giver.” McGreevey was defeated by incum- dents, Rita Laine and Eileen Embarking on the most grassroots the 24 lots met at least one of the hearing, and that the plan would Councilwoman Katherine bent Christine Todd Whitman by rela- Nathanson, as they were eating a of campaigns, Mr. Ma depends on state’s criteria for designation as an supersede zoning regulations for the Mitchell, who knew Mr. Gottlick for tively larger amounts in this area, meal at Vicki’s Diner. New Jersey residents to volunteer area in need of redevelopment. block — allowing borough officials 20 years, said plans are underway for recording an almost 2-to-1 loss to the Ms. Nathanson, a Democrat, and places for him to stay each night. Mr. DiRienzo argued that borough to be “fairly specific” about what a tree to be planted in his honor at former governor in Westfield. Ms. Laine, a Republican, said they Behind the scenes, his wife Pam officials did not focus on such crite- would be permitted there. Carriage House Park, the pocket park Former Westfield Democratic would both vote for the candidate. does most of the work for his trek, ria as whether conditions on the block Under other business, the council being developed on Watson Road, in Mayor Thomas C. Jardim thinks Ms. Laine cited a number of his arranging places for him to speak were detrimental to the safety, health approved a resolution directing the recognition of the concern he dis- things might be different this time policies, including his stance on and sleep. or welfare of the community, or if Planning Board to review the played for the environment. around. school construction, as the reasons there was sufficient access to the borough’s Master Plan and zoning Members of the governing body “Every once in a while the real for her support. site, but rather on aspects like vacan- ordinance, related to the prospective had originally hoped to present Mr. thing comes along, and Jim “I like his energy,” she added. Radio Ad cies. creation of a new zone for two North Gottlick, who recently resigned from McGreevey is the real thing,” he said. Later that day, Mr. McGreevey vis- Officials have maintained that des- Avenue properties – one currently the Board of Health due to illness, During his visit, Mr. McGreevey ited Scotch Plains, home of would-be CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ignating the block as an area in need occupied by a Quick-Chek store and with a resolution and a crystal plate came to Westfield around 11 a.m., opponent and Acting Governor Donald be a race to secure New Jersey’s inde- of redevelopment, coupled with a the other earmarked for a new Com- engraved with the borough seal dur- biking over from neighboring pendent voters, which comprise over T. DiFrancesco, for a similar walk. half of the state’s electorate. To that pending redevelopment plan, will merce Bank branch. The two proper- ing last week’s meeting. These com- Cranford. Met by a crowd of close to Matthew Glennon, a Fanwood resi- enable them to take a more proactive ties are currently zoned as General- mendations, Mayor Jung said, would effect, Ms. Sawers represents two of dent, attended the gathering. the most coveted voting blocks for this approach in resolving development Commercial. be presented to his family. “I think he (Mr. McGreevey) seems problems at the site. Finally, an ordinance was intro- election: women and moderates. very straightforward,” Mr. Glennon Mr. McGreevey told The Times of However, some property and busi- duced on first reading which amends said. “He seems knowledgeable of ness owners along the block have Community Service Jeff Schundler Scotch Plains and Fanwood that the the Land Use Ordinance concerning the issues and he clearly has opposite ad featuring Ms. Sawers was designed expressed concerns that they could CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 the borough’s Central Commercial Award Bestowed views of Mr. Schundler, who I find to to appeal to moderate Republican be uprooted, since the plan is ex- and Central Commercial 2 zones, es- way of bringing county information To Lauren Blalock to the governor. be very scary in his platform.” voters, many of whose votes are up pected to include a provision grant- tablishing maximum building cover- According to a Gannett poll pub- for grabs now that Republicans Bob ing the governing body power to age and minimum open space ratio. SCOTCH PLAINS – Rhodes Col- Like his brother, who is the former mayor of Jersey City, Mr. Schundler lished this past weekend, Mr. Franks and Mr. DiFrancesco are no acquire a property through the right The ordinance states “the maxi- lege in Memphis, Tenn. has re- McGreevey currently enjoys a nine point longer in the race. of eminent domain if it deems im- mum area of the lot that may be vealed that student Lauren L. is no stranger to politics. He has served as the Co-Chairman of the New Jer- lead over his opponent. The margin of Ms. Sawers’ husband, Gregory, is provement efforts by existing own- covered by principal and accessory Blalock received an award for her error for that study is 4.3 points. the treasurer of the Westfield Repub- ers have been ineffective. sey delegation to the 1995 White building shall not exceed 60 percent community service in the area of House Conference on Small Business John Losavio, owner of John’s lican Committee. While he did not Mayor Louis C. Jung stated re- of the total lot area,” and “the mini- children and youth guidance dur- and has been a statewide advisory Meat Market, greeted Mr. want to comment about the upcom- cently that such action would be mum area of the lot that shall be ing Rhodes’ Campus Life Awards board member of the New Jersey McGreevey like an old friend when ing election, he said that he respects looked at only as a “last resort.” provided as landscaped open space ceremony. Small Business Development Center. he entered his store. He said he re- his wife’s opinion. Borough Attorney Wilfred P. shall be 20 percent of the total lot The daughter of Scotch Plains He is also a member of the New called Mr. McGreevey from the last “She and I just differ on this is- sue,” said Mr. Sawers, who plans to Coronato refuted Mr. DiRienzo’s area.” residents Mr. and Mrs. Dave Jersey Guardian Advisory Coun- time he was campaigning. arguments that designating the block vote for Mr. Schundler in the fall. Before turning their attention to Blalock, Lauren will be a junior, cil, part of the New Jersey Fed- “(That’s) our next governor, folks,” as an area in need of redevelopment “With a little bit of luck she’ll see the municipal business last week, Mayor majoring in international studies eration of Independent Busi- he said. would freeze property values or open Jung and members of the council nesses. error of her ways.” and political science this fall. the door to such proposals as high- fondly recalled the late Charles “What interested most of us was density, low-income housing, as well Gottlick, Jr., who served on the the fact that he brings an entrepre- as the latter’s claim that officials Fanwood Board of Health for 12 Rutgers-Newark Honors neurial element to the ticket,” Mr. received “bad advice” on the matter. years, including the past two and a Frigerio said. According to Mr. Coronato, Mr. half years as President. Student Woong-Ki Kim Mr. Schundler has lived in Westfield Preiss did a study concerning devel- A retired teacher from the Newark SCOTCH PLAINS – Sixty-four since 1978, and is the Chief Financial opment options for the block last public school system, he also taught Rutgers-Newark students, includ- Officer and Controller of the Schundler year, after which he concluded that Confraternity of Christian Doctrine ing Scotch Plains resident Woong- Company, a Metuchen-based firm that the area should be designated as an at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Ki Kim, were honored at May com- produces perlite and vermiculite, min- area in need of redevelopment. Mr. Roman Catholic Church in Scotch erals used in construction. mencement ceremonies on the After graduating from Penn State Preiss then followed this up with his Plains and took part with his wife, Newark campus of Rutgers, The analysis to determine whether the University in 1968, he joined the Maureen, in Fanwood’s annual Earth State University of New Jersey. United States Army, becoming a First site met state requirements for such Day celebrations. Woong-Ki received the Bessie Lieutenant for the 78th Transport designation, the Borough Attorney Mayor Jung praised Mr. Gottlick’s Dolgan Memorial Award. Company in Germany. said. Mr. Coronato noted that elected officials approved designation of the 5th ANNUAL block in this way on the advice of not JAZZ PERFORMANCES IN only Mr. Preiss, the Planning Board DOWNTOWN WESTFIELD, NJ and the board’s attorney, Robert 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Mega, but also Dennis Estis, who served as Borough Attorney for 12 EVERY TUESDAY years and is currently Special Coun- EXTENDED sel to the governing body. TO AUGUST 7th He said the block’s new status would not affect the purchase of a property by a private party and that if Douglas M. Fasciale a lot were acquired through condem- July 24th Performers: Location: nation, the owner would have to be Michael Craig Band Elm Street in front of Cafe Java Certified Civil Trial Attorney paid “no less than” its market value Dave Leonhardt Trio Quimby Street in front of Scott’s Shoes at the time the area was designated as Scarlett Blue Band Central Avenue in front of Bombay by the Supreme Court of New Jersey being in need of redevelopment. Mr. Coronato told The Times of Concentrating in personal injury and malpractice cases. Clip & Save! Westfield Jazz Festival Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, LLP Schedules (Tuesdays 7 -9 pm) (7/24-Central Avenue in front of Attorneys At Law - A Full Service Firm Bombay), Michael Craig Band (7/24- Quimby & Elm Streets, July 24th 6:30 to 9:00 pm Elm Street in front of Cafe Java), Dave Mark your calendar for August 28th Leonhardt Trio (7/24-Quimby Street), for another Classic Car Show 40 Paterson Street 116 S. Euclid Avenue Chuck Lambert (7/31-North Avenue New Brunswick, NJ 08901 Westfield, NJ 07090 at Elm Street), Christopher Dean Band (7/31-E. Broad & Mountain Avenue), (732) 545-4717 (908) 232-9944 Sunna Gunnlaugs Quartet (7/31-Cor- ner of Quimby & Elm Streets), and [email protected] Chris Fiore Jazz Trio (7/31-Corner of Entertainment sponsored by: Downtown Westfield Corporation featuring “Sweet Sounds www.hoaglandlongo.com E. Broad & Elm Streets). Downtown” performers Michael Craig Band, Dave Leonhardt Trio & Scarlett Blue Band. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 2 Thursday, July 19, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield State Senate Candidate Suliga Says New Governor Needs Recreation Events

Recreation Summer Sports Camps To Institute Spending Freeze and Stop the Bleeding Registration is currently being By PAUL J. PEYTON “Governor Whitman dropped the ball tax relief. ate President Donald T. DiFrancesco “They want recreational opportunities. held for all summer sports camps. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times big time,” he said. “The debt that we He said the new Governor in January of Scotch Plains. They want someone to do something Camps began July 2 and will end WESTFIELD – The Democrats’ have gone in for farmland preservation “will have to stop the bleeding” by In his eight years in the State Assem- about property taxes, and they want Friday, August 3. Sports include: State Senate candidate in the new 22nd is a mess.” issuing a state spending freeze. bly, Mr. Suliga said he has always tried good education for their kids. So I softball, soccer, baseball, tennis, Legislative District, Joseph S. Suliga, He said the state “is taxing people to Mr. Suliga noted that he voted against to focus on issues that make a differ- think that transcends whether you are and wrestling. said that faced with billions of dollars pay for quality of life for the farms. the School Construction Act, “Not be- ence to New Jerseyans. in the city, the suburbs or rural areas.” Camps are for persons aged 8 to of debt, the next Governor will have to That’s to the tune of $100 million a cause I don’t believe in building new From his bill written to stop under- The legislator also said the state needs 17. A week of camp ranges from “stop the bleeding” by instituting a year just in raw dollars.” schools; of course we should build new to find “more innovative approaches to $40 to $45 per person. state spending freeze. “When you bond (to pay for such a schools. But when we are spending the Recreation Summer Playgrounds Mr. Suliga has been called the Demo- program), the debt becomes even more. money we should be responsible The Summer Playground pro- crats’ best fiscal “watchdog” on former That is money which could have been enough to say where the money is gram is up and running. Children Governor Christine Todd Whitman’s used for direct tax relief,” the Assem- coming from. There is no mechanism “I think that state issues are fiscal policies. He serves as the second basically the same. They have are involved with activities rang- blyman explained. He added that the for $8.6 billion of debt. Yet we are ing from kickball, softball, basket- ranking Democrat on the powerful state is up to $1.4 billion a year in debt spending the money.” the same needs, the same de- Assembly Appropriations Committee. that also could have gone to property Mr. Suliga voted against the last two ball, Nok-Hockey tournaments, arts income tax cuts put through by the sires. They want recreational op- and crafts, and swimming. Play- Legislature, stating that he felt the portunities. They want someone ground Fairs were held on July 12 money could have been used for prop- to do something about property at each of the playgrounds. SP Mayor’s Gala Seeking erty tax relief. He also said local school taxes, and they want good educa- The Summer Playground pro- boards need to “get tighter” in control- gram is a free, seven-week pro- ling property tax increases. tion for their kids. So I think that gram for Westfield residents. The Nominations for Award In addition to serving as a legislator, transcends whether you are in program runs through Thursday, Mr. Suliga is the chief financial officer the city, the suburbs or rural August 9. Parents can sign their of Linden, a city with 39,000 residents, areas.” children up at the playground sites Honoring Top Volunteer a budget of $58 million and tax levy of listed below. Children must have $24 million. The city has had a zero Assemblyman Joseph S. Suliga, completed kindergarten through SCOTCH PLAINS – This year evening will begin at 7 p.m. and con- State Senate Candidate (D-22) the Scotch Plains Mayor’s Gala will tinue until midnight with music pro- percent tax increase on the municipal sixth grade to participate. vided by New Image. Tickets cost side the past three years, he stated. The playground sites include: again honor a male and female vol- “It (property tax relief) is a competi- unteer of the year in addition to a $55 per person and the Gala will once Jefferson, Tamaques, McKinley, tion of (financial) support from the Joseph S. Suliga Washington, Franklin and Wilson volunteer organization of the year. again feature a silent auction with state and at the same time controlling mass transit and to improving our high- Nominations are now open and items available from area merchants. Elementary Schools, and the spending at the local level,” the Assem- age smoking to legislation aimed at way system.” Westfield Neighborhood Council. everyone is encouraged to nominate The Mayor’s Gala is a nonpartisan blyman explained. funding wigs for women going through On the legislative front, Assem- a special person or organization to be affair for the entire community to When the state’s new redistricting chemotherapy, Mr. Suliga is now look- blyman Suliga is probably best known 2001 Summer Concert Series feted at the Gala evening. The only come together to enjoy the music, map was approved this spring, it moved ing at advancing these types of laws in for his legislation aimed at making it The Westfield Recreation Com- requirement is that the volunteer work fun, food and conversation. The Mr. Suliga’s hometown of Linden from the upper house of the legislature. illegal for persons under the age of 18 mission Summer Concert Series is must be done in Scotch Plains. Scotch Plains- Fanwood Municipal the 20th to the 22nd District, a district Mr. Suliga noted that his new district not only to be sold cigarettes, but to held Thursday evenings beginning Nomination forms may be obtained Alliance Committee will be the re- that includes Scotch Plains, Fanwood, is much more competitive than his possess them in the first place. In at 8 p.m. at Mindowaskin Park. from the Scotch Plains Recreation cipient of the proceeds of the Mayor’s Clark, Winfield, Green Brook, North present district, although he said the fact, Mr. Suliga was the first legisla- The next concert, tonight, July 19,

Office, Scotch Plains Municipal Gala. Plainfield, Plainfield and Rahway. new 22nd District leans 60 to 40 per- tor to get such a bill through both will feature the Westfield Commu- Building, 430 Park Avenue, or by The Alliance is a grass roots orga- Assemblyman Suliga, who had little cent in favor of Democrats. He stated houses of the Legislature. But, since nity Concert Band. calling (908) 322-6700, extension nization for the prevention of sub- chance of moving to the upper house that 70 percent of the district includes it was approved at the end of a Legis- Future performances include the 221. Nominations are due by Satur- stance abuse and has served the com- since his district was represented by areas that he did not previously repre- lative Session, former Governor Westfield Community Band on July day, September 1. munity since 1988, supporting pro- veteran State Senator Raymond sent in the 20th District. Whitman did not have the option of a 26; the Rahway Jerseyaires, Au- This year’s Gala will be held on grams such as Project Graduation, a Lesniak (D-20th) of Elizabeth, is run- “I think that state issues are basi- conditional veto. She could either gust 2 and Grandma’s Garden – Friday, November 30, at the Summer Open Gym Night and Se- ning for the Senate seat being vacated cally the same. They have the same sign it or veto it. She chose the latter, Teddy B & The Weeds, August 9. Shackamaxon Country Club. The nior Citizen Luncheons. by retiring Acting Governor and Sen- needs, the same desires,” he explained. based on concerns of the New Jersey In the event of inclement weather,

Police Chiefs Association. the performance will be held in the In the current session, he said the Westfield Community Room at the State Health Officers Association has Municipal Building next to the park. endorsed the measure and he is work- All events are free to the public and ing to gain the Police Chiefs’ support it is suggested that the audience for the bill, which he hopes will be signed by the end of the year by the bring lawn chairs or blankets. Acting Governor. Summer Splash 2001 (at Me- Assemblyman Suliga said the law is morial Pool Complex): [ simply another tool to help law en- Teen Night Swims forcement educate youths about the Teen night swims are available health risk associated with smoking. to Westfield students in grades 7 Under the bill, a youngster would have through 12 on Wednesday nights, to appear before a judge on the first from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m., through offense, perform community service Wednesday, August 29. for a second offense and face a six- Activities include: swimming, a month delay in getting his or her driver’s disk jockey, games, special events license on the third offense. and more. The cost is $3 per per- The Assemblyman’s bill to assist son. persons suffering from hair loss from Movie Nights cancer treatments would require insur- Children under 10 years old and ance companies to pick up the costs of parents are welcome to enjoy a wigs. The bill is in committee. “I really movie shown on a 61-inch televi- think it has a real good chance of going sion. Pull up a blanket and chair somewhere,” he added. and enjoy. The cost is $1 per per- Mr. Suliga sponsored the landfill rec- lamation act, legislation that spurred son. Movies will be shown on Tues- development of a former landfill into days, July 31 and August 14, from what today is the state’s largest outlet 7 to 9 p.m. mall, Jersey Gardens in Elizabeth. Summer Discount Ticket Looking ahead to the fall campaign Program: [ against Republican Senate candidate Discount tickets are on sale now Milt Campbell of Plainfield, Mr. for the following parks: Sesame Suliga said he looks forward to chal- Place, Hershey Park, Mountain 75 years lenge. “I enjoy campaigning,” he ex- Creek, Dorney Park, Camelbeach, plained. Morey’s Piers, Great Adventure and “The Republicans have put up, I Hurricane Harbor. think, a very formidable candidate,” Any questions regarding the pre- 125 branches Mr. Suliga stated. “He has name recog- vious programs should be directed nition (as an Olympic Gold medalist).” to the Recreation Department at “He has made a great achievement. (908) 789-4080. Same roots But where does he stand on the issues? Fall programs, currently be Where does he stand on public ser- planned, will be announced in the vice? What has he done since 1956?” near future. Assemblyman Suliga said he welcomes

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 19, 2001 Page 3 Law Enforcement Series Graduation of Police Trainees Brings Pride To County Police Academy Director Parenti By STEPHEN CHIGER boxer Gerry Cooney, whose once some of its recruitment troubles, par- treatment through connections. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times undefeated record won him a shot at ticularly in terms of a disproportion- “Whether we like it or not, Editor’s Note: The following is the the World Boxing Council World ately male class. oftentimes to be hired by a munici- beginning of a summer series of ar- Heavyweight title back in the early “Women aren’t for some reason pality, aside from tests, you really ticles on law enforcement leaders in 1980s. attracted to this business,” said Mr. have to be known in the community,” Union County. This week’s story fo- The academy also boasts some of Parenti, noting that women make up said Mr. Parenti, who served 41 years cuses on former Fanwood Police the most up-to-date audio-visual less than 5 percent of each training as a police officer. Because munici- Chief and current Union County equipment. “One of the prides that group. palities don’t have to pay for officers Police Academy Director Anthony we do have at the academy is that we He said that other academy direc- in the alternate route program, these Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times Parenti. have an extraordinary audio-visual tors have noted similar troubles, but individuals can become attractive ENTERING THE RACE...Freeholder Robert Jeffrey Schundler, left, discusses * * * * * department,” Mr. Parenti said. that because individual police de- candidates. issues with The Westfield Leader and The Times Publisher, Horace R. Corbin, Before they hit the streets, police According to him, the equipment partments recruit students, and not Still, Mr. Parenti said he was some- center, and Sports Editor/Assistant Publisher David B. Corbin. officers need to hit the books. is so powerful that police agencies the academies, he is limited in his what disappointed that the initiative Here in Union County, that means from other towns will bring in photos ability to solve the problem. Mr. did not seem to be encouraging more spending almost five months at the or recordings to be enhanced at the Parenti said he was less concerned women and minorities to join the John H. Stamler Police Academy in facilities. about the enrollment levels of Afri- force. In this summer’s class, about Scotch Plains Parks Kids 10 cadets will come from the alter- nate route program, which has been in operation since 1998. The acad- Enjoy Competitive Games emy has been testing the program since 1992, the year it started offer- ing classes. In Summer Filled With Fun In fact, the Stamler Academy, run Editor’s Note: The following are The Convery Brothers combined for by the Union County Prosecutor’s three singles, a triple and three RBI’s Office and the Union County Police activities held recently as part of the summer program. while the Coloney brothers connected Chiefs Association, is a relatively with two singles, a double, two triples new building. * * * * * and four RBI’s. Since its inception in the mid- Farley Park Update: Kelly Monroy led the girls with a 1940s, it has borrowed space from a Treasure Hunt: The Blue Bomb- home run and three RBI’s, while number of different agencies. ers and Red Flames tied for the trea- Lauren Buckley singled and knocked For example, in 1956, when Mr. sure. The Blue Bombers were lead- in a run. Parenti was a cadet, classes were ing but Tasha Farmer of the Red Green Forest: held in the National Guard Armory Bombers helped her team by finding In a Nok Hockey Tournament held in Westfield. the pot of gold! at the park, in the 6-and 7-year-old Mr. Parenti said it was at the acad- Kickball Game: category, Danny Syring took first emy that he discovered the adminis- Dio’s Team vs. The Knicks: The place, Amanda Ekstrand finished trative side of policing. Were it not game started with Dio’s team lead- second, and Tommy Grill took third for his training there, he said he ing by 6. place. would likely have left the force. However, Dwayne Otha of the For the 8-and 9-year-olds, Rahid “Police work to me was an order of Knicks caught the ball for three outs Cornejo took first place and Mike maintenance,” said Mr. Parenti. “I which helped boost the energy of the Lee finished second followed by didn’t realize there was another di- team. But this boost was not enough Brian Canfield. mension to this.” But the academy to stop the Dios. The final score was In the 10-and 11-year-olds cat- did deepen his understanding, and 10-9. egory, Billy Buckland took first, Mr. Parenti went on to serve as the In addition, Davi Claiborne was Antonio Albano came in second and Fanwood Police Chief for 22 years the winner of the Nok hockey tour- Leo Rosenblat finished in third place. Photos Courtesy of the John H. Stamler Police Academy before taking the helm of the acad- nament. Lester Nare scored five goals in a BASIC TRAINING...A little over 100 recruits train at the John H. Stamler Police Academy each year. According to emy in 1998. Brookside: Director Anthony Parenti, the graduation rate is close to 100 percent. The facility, located in Scotch Plains, has been soccer match and Joe Delprete had These days, he spends his time A boys vs. girls kickball game was two assists. offering classes since 1992. Mr. Parenti, in the inset at right, was the Fanwood Police Cheif for 22 years before taking his held at the park which ended with the current post at the academy. coordinating and seeking out volun- Max DelNegro scored two goals in teer instructors, of which the acad- boys winning 15-10. Marc Gaglioti the game and Leo Rosenblat had Scotch Plains. Annually, the facility And courses don’t just stop after can-Americans and Hispanics, of emy has about 90, and working with homered and knocked in three RBI’s. three goals. trains approximately 100 officers in graduation, either. The Stamler Acad- which he said there is a good amount. the academy’s administrative staff, fields ranging from firearm use, gang emy is home to a pantheon of ad- Nevertheless, there have been some which number closer to five. awareness and report writing. vanced seminars, used to train offic- changes to the way the academy at- “All of our instructors are volun- With a handful of paid employees ers long after they have graduated. tracts officers. In the past, recruits were teers,” said Mr. Parenti, noting that and an army of volunteers, Police In the coming months, the ad- only sent to the academy by police most of them come from various Academy Director Anthony Parenti vanced program looks to receive in- departments who had hired a new police agencies throughout the oversees it all. creased turnout, due to a Union employee. If the departments were in county. Next Friday will mark the 85th County mandate that all its police the county, admission would be free. Mr. Parenti said the most difficult Jim Hely session of classes, and as the new officers receive training about racial Now, county residents can side- part of his work is seeing trainees semester is about to begin, The profiling. step the job search and receive their torn between family commitments Westfield Leader and The Times of Glamour notwithstanding, if the training first, provided they have and their jobs. “This is how their Scotch Plains-Fanwood caught up phrase “police academy” conjures taken a minimum of 60 college cred- career is going to be,” he said. See us in the Verizon Yellow Pages. with the former Fanwood Police Chief images of the comedy series from the its and that they are willing to pay Still, he said his greatest pleasure Only 1 of 40 lawyers is a to talk about his work. 1980s, think again. According to Mr. between $2,500 and $3,000 for the is “to see them (trainees) graduate Supreme Court Certified Trial Lawyer. Tucked in the corner of the Union Parenti, his outfit is para-militiary, training. and become police officers.” INJURY CASES (908) 789-9000 County Vocational-Technical and strictly operated that way. This This method, called the alternate Schools’ parking lot, the academy means students must keep their hair route program, has its advantages. might not be the most visible build- trimmed, call instructors “sir,” and Besides what Mr. Parenti estimates ing, but among facilities of its cali- salute all outranking officers — that’s is a 98 percent placement rating, he ber, it is certainly well-known. everyone, if you’re a cadet. said the program puts officers on For example, the program boasts But if the academy shares the equal footing with other job appli- self-defense instruction from former military’s discipline, it also shares cants, who might gain preferential

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Suzette F. Stalker David B. Corbin Brion Devlin from the February 25, 1999 issue COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS GRAPHICS MARKETING Paul J. Peyton Karen M. Hinds Melissa Betkowski New Jersey Monthly Designates BUSINESS and GOVERNMENT OFFICE MANAGER EDUCATION Westfield Among 25 Great Towns SUBSCRIPTION PRICE One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 in the Garden State Hopefully Change In Administrators, Terms of Office Will Enhance Continuity Westfield town government has gone through a lot in New Jersey and helped make our elected officials from the April 30, 1998 issue A FUN EVENING...This 1946 Buick Roadmaster convertible was part of the Westfield of change in the past few years, on both the political more accountable to the people. Area Chamber of Commerce’s 1948 Night celebration and town hall fronts. Going from a solid Republican But elected officials, under Westfield’s new highly Monday evening, held in honor of the 50th anniversary of governing body in the early 1990s to what today is a competitive electorate system, felt the dollars needed the founding of the chamber. Members of the community enjoyed a meal at the WindMill restaurant followed by a two-party system led by the GOP, to new directors at to run every other year and the constant fall elections special showing of the Academy Award-winning 1948 film the municipal building. This town’s government is that occur annually for half of the eight members of Treasure of the Sierra Madre, at the recently-refurbished definitely changing. the Town Council, were a distraction for the govern- Rialto Theatre. Enjoying the ride, pictured left to right, from the January 1, 1998 issue VICTORY FOR are: Darryl Walker, Vice Chairman, Chamber of Com- With the shift of power from Thomas B. Shannon ing body as a whole that often delayed important RIALTO...Supporters of the Rialto Theatre in Westfield merce; Michael La Place, Executive Director, Downtown to Jim Gildea on administration issues comes a policy decisions for several months each year. celebrated the announcement that Jesse Sayegh, President Westfield Corporation; Stanley Baum, Chairman, and of CJM Entertainment in Cedar Grove, had agreed to Debbie Schmidt, Executive Director, both of the Chamber. return of homegrown talent leading Westfield for- So with the new four-year terms, to be phased in purchase the landmark theater from United Artists. Pic- ward. From John F. Malloy, Jr. to Edward A. Gottko, gradually with three-year terms beginning in the 2002 tured, left to right, are: Anthony Schilling, President of from the January 18 issue Mr. Gildea will have a major advantage on his side elections and four-year terms the following year, Relocation Realty in Westfield, which brokered the deal; Michele Picou, former Program Manager for Westfield Las Vegas Planner – being a lifelong Westfielder who knows the town hopefully the mayor and council will be more produc- MainStreet; Mr. Sayegh; former Mayor Bud C. Boothe; inside and out. tive – especially in non-election years. The council David Owns, spokesman for the “Save the Rialto” Com- Tony Longo Named DWC Another big change arising is the setup of the should become more cohesive. But there will always mittee and Mayor Thomas C. Jardim. governing body. After over 30 years, Westfield will be different points of view on the council and politics. Executive Director see a dramatic change from two- to four-year terms But, that is a good thing. Schwarz Named of its elected officials. We opposed this change a few It’s too soon to see how the change of administrators Chairman Of DWC years ago and still are not supportive of the plan, but and longer council terms will impact the efficiency of from the March 2, 2000 issue it was signed by Acting Governor Donald T. government in this town as a whole. But, after the WESTFIELD —Westfield na- DiFrancesco and is essentially a done deal. We have turbulent last few years at Town Hall, perhaps this is tive and downtown property always felt that two-year terms were a unique setup the fresh new change Westfield has longed for. owner Douglas Schwarz was elected Chairman of the Board NEWS FROM THE SENATE of Directors of the Downtown Westfield Corporation (DWC) Monday night during the Patients, Not HMOs, Should Make DWC’s monthly board meeting. from the March 1 issue Shown Decisions On Health Care Issues right is Sherry Cronin, Execu- tive Director of the Downtown from the February 18, 1999 issue A FAVORITE AMONG Westfield Corporation. “Ms. By Senator Robert G. Torricelli YOUTH...Jennifer Ryan, center, is shown here in a 1994 Cronin is very excited about as- By ROBERT G. TORRICELLI photo with members of the Westfield Youth Bicentennial suming the role and has a vested despite any concerns they may have primary care doctor before seeing an Committee. Pictured, left to right, are: Jeannette Yudes, interest in promoting Westfield,” What could be the final battle in the with the quality of care they receive. OB/GYN. This bill will guarantee ac- Meghan Bender, Miss Ryan, Courtney Bender and Brooke said Meg Mehorter, DWC ex- crusade to pass meaningful HMO re- Over 160 million Americans and 33 cess to an OB/GYN without a referral. Wiley. Miss Ryan died suddenly Tuesday morning at age 28. ecutive assistant. form was fought in the U.S. Senate percent of New Jersey residents are en- HMOs often force a child with a chronic, during the closing days of June. rolled in an HMO. A vast majority of life threatening condition to seek ap- A bi-partisan Patients’ Bill of Rights these Americans are in favor of and are proval from a primary care doctor be- passed the Senate, guaranteeing medi- demanding fundamental change in the fore seeing a specialist. cal protections for the 2.3 million New way HMOs provide care. This bi-partisan bill would ensure a Letters to the Editor Jersey residents enrolled in HMO plans. Most Americans believe, as I do, that child with cancer, for example, would The vote of 59-36 is evidence of the doctors, not HMO accountants, should have the right to see a pediatric oncolo- widespread support for this legislation, be in control of medical decisions. Un- gist whenever the care is needed. Local Skateboarder Says Blame Subscriber Disagrees however it now faces an unclear future fortunately, today we are faced with a HMOs typically have the last word and a veto threat by President George situation where those decisions are dis- when they decide to deny a needed test, With Restaurant Review W. Bush. proportionately in the hands of insur- procedure or treatment. We will guar- For Damage at Station is Misplaced I am a subscriber to your newspaper For too long HMO reform was one- ance company bureaucrats. That is why, antee medical decisions by HMO bu- I was hesitant to write a letter about charges if he saw us there again. and a Westfield resident. I know the sided and bottled-up by partisanship. A from patients to doctors, there is una- reaucrats will be subject to a swift inter- this issue because I figured I would Guilt by association and the suspected restaurant Novita quite well and was recent national study found each day of nimity in making some common sense nal review and a fair external review either be ignored or written off as “just possibility of a skateboarder doing some- looking forward to seeing what Carol delay on this issue has very real conse- reforms. process. one of those obnoxious punk-skateboard thing wrong are just not good enough Davis would say. I actually was hesi- quences. Every day, 41,000 patients The legislation passed by the Senate And when reckless medical decisions kids,” but I eventually decided I needed reasons to threaten someone with arrest. tant at first since I love the restaurant experience a worsening of their condi- is supported by more than 500 doctor made by HMOs injure or kill, they are to say something. I am disgusted with There are people who sit there late at and was afraid it would become known tion; 35,000 patients have needed care and patient rights groups, and will fi- shielded from any responsibility. Now the manner in which the damage to the night with cars parked in handicapped by too many people and therefore delayed; 10,000 patients are denied a nally extend patient protections to all we will finally ensure that that all Ameri- United Fund of Westfield’s building at spaces, drinking and smoking pot. I’d crowded like most restaurants in town. diagnostic test or treatment and 7,000 Americans in an HMO. cans will have the right to hold HMOs the train station was handled. been there one night with a few skate- Then I read her review and didn’t have patients are denied a referral to special- Under current practices, many HMOs accountable in court. Skateboarders and BMX bikers have boarders when the police arrived. They to worry. ist. force a patient with a chronic condition With the passage of this historic leg- been using the train station for several immediately came to the skateboarders First of all, most good restaurants No issue will touch more families like heart disease to be treated by only islation, we have put the medical deci- years, and there has been no damage to and told us we weren’t allowed to skate- will ask you if you have reservations than HMO reform. Today, more than 90 the family doctor. The Senate bill will sions back where they belong, in the either the train station building or the board and that they’d seen someone (in even if there are a lot of empty seats. percent of working Americans receive guarantee access to a cardiologist or hands of you and your physician. This United Fund of Westfield’s building. the security camera) skateboard through This lets the restaurant know you have insurance from their employer. Most do other needed specialist, even one out- is not a Democratic or a Republican Over the past several months, however, the tunnel, and that we’d better take our arrived and whether there were any spe- not have a choice about the type of side his or her network. issue. It is an issue of compassion ver- more people have started coming to the boards and get lost. cial arrangements made in advance that coverage. This means that many work- Currently, if a patient is sick or suf- sus profits. The Senate has taken the train station just to hang out, but that is Everyone else was simply told “Okay, could be met. There are many reasons ing families are stuck with an HMO not all they do. Many of the people who clear out, find somewhere else to hang for this practice. fers an injury while traveling or on first step of passing this legislation and Second, most restaurants will not state vacation, they must get prior approval it is now up to the House of Represen- are there at night and for extended peri- out,” and not one of them was directly ods of time drink and smoke pot there. spoken to or even warned for having the special prices unless you ask – which ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ from the HMO before going to the tatives and President Bush to help us These are the ones who caused the dam- their cars parked in handicapped spots or they will do if questioned. emergency room. This new legislation finish the job. They should do it not to age. blaring music at 11 at night. Third, the reviewer seemed to order will ensure that a patient could go to the score political points, but to protect Does it make sense that after several All that the skateboarders in this town very heavy dishes and she questioned nearest emergency room without hav- more than 160 million Americans. years we’d just start breaking things for want are a few concrete ledges and a bit feeling out of sorts. And to top it off, she D ing to first get permission from the no reason? of open asphalt. However, all we get is forgot to bring her red wine to an Italian D * * * * * DDTM HMO. Robert G. Torricelli is serving his With regard to the handicapped park- unfair treatment and harassment. restaurant-unbelievable. Diction Deception Under current HMO policies, many first term representing New Jersey in the ing signs and parking blocks being de- People who accuse us need to open I will still be going to Novita- loving women must obtain a referral from their United States Senate. stroyed: Yes, we use the parking blocks their eyes and realize that simply having the fact that it is never crowded, its food Below are four arcane words, each for skateboarding — why then would we a plank of wood with four wheels does is always fresh and exciting, the staff is with four definitions – only one is cor- destroy them? Why would we waste not make one a criminal. The real prob- very courteous, etc. etc. etc. rect. The others are made up. Are you time and energy bending the handicapped lem should be taken care of, not the kids The last time I went there, my date sharp enough to discern this deception of Assemblyman Muñoz Slates signs? Well, the thing is, we didn’t. who just want to have some fun. I write and I had fresh mozzarella cheese, with diction? Those signs were bent and two park- this not to offend anyone involved with, fresh tomatoes and fresh basil as an If you can guess one correctly – good ing blocks were broken in February. The or a part of, the police department or the appetizer (lighter than the reviewer’s guess. If you get two – well-read indi- District Office Open House plows that plowed the parking lot bent United Fund of Westfield. I simply want choices). My date had the pasta special, vidual. If you get three – word expert. If the signs backward toward the sidewalk to bring to everyone’s attention what has and I had a fish dish, both of which you get all four – You must have a lot of AREA — Republican Assemblyman Due to redistricting, Assemblyman and inadvertently lifted two of the three really been going on. weren’t heavy and were delicious. There free time! Dr. Eric Muñoz will formally open the Muñoz will be running for the new 21st parking blocks. One was ripped apart I truly hope you print this or can at is a very varied menu, and pasta is not All words and correct definitions doors of his legislative office on Thurs- District, representing the communities and the other cracked through the middle. least forward this letter to the people at the only thing that defines an Italian come from the board game Diction day, July 26, with an Open House event of Westfield, Mountainside, Berkeley Because of these incidents, skate- the United Fund of Westfield or the restaurant. I only hope that the reviewer Deception. from 5 to 7 p.m. The office is located at Heights, Chatham Township, Cranford, boarders are now public enemy number police department, so that the record can is not your only restaurant critic. Answers to last week’s arcane 57 Union Place in Summit. Garwood, Harding, Long Hill, Madi- one in Westfield. Why? Stereotyping. be set straight. words. Sworn into office on May 10, Dr. son, Millburn, New Providence, Anywhere I go with my friends with a Sally Van Why Rob Eckman Westfield, NJ 1. Scree – A pebble or stone; a large Muñoz filled the vacancy created by Roselle Park, Springfield, Summit, skateboard, we are told to leave; police Westfield mass of pebbles or stones Assemblyman Kevin J. O’Toole, who Warren and Watchung. even give skateboarders dirty looks when 2. Seck – Barren, unprofitable took over the seat of former Senator C. For more information about Assem- we’re just carrying skateboards. 3. Madid – Wet; moist Louis Bassano. blyman Muñoz’s Open House, con- Three weeks ago I was with two friends Knights Thankful for Community Support 4. Poort – A mountain pass Dr. Muñoz, who represents the 21st stituents are asked to call his district at the train station and we were not even Legislative District, which includes 13 office at (908) 918-0414 or send an e- skateboarding, we were standing in the To Help Member With Brain Cancer FORCIPATION shade holding our skateboards waiting 1. Stuttering; difficulty in speaking towns in Union and Essex Counties, mail to [email protected] for our friend. Another person on a BMX On behalf of Nicholas DeLaurentis began his work as an assemblyman on greatly appreciated, as the dinner sold 2. Very cautious; self restraint was also standing there waiting for some- and his family, the Garwood Knights of out and included many donations of 3. Torture by means of pincers or the day he was sworn in. one else. A policeman approached us, Columbus would like to thank every- groceries, diapers, and laundry deter- forceps “Until recently, I was responding to Westfield Squad Plans told us we could be arrested, have our one who supported our Benefit Roast 4. Extreme greed; miserly behavior gent. constituents from my home,” he said. boards/bikes confiscated, and the United Beef Dinner for Nicky, who is suffering Our special thanks go out to Sal and ESQUAMULOSE “Now that my district office is fully Blood Drive July 29 Fund of Westfield was going to press from brain cancer. Your generosity is Linda from S & L Deli of Garwood, for 1. Having no scales operational, I want my constituents to WESTFIELD – The Westfield their donations and their help in pre- 2. Flat and smooth know where they can reach me.” Volunteer Rescue Squad will hold Parents Thank McKinley Staff paring an excellent dinner, Dolores 3. Slimy, covered with film Dr. Muñoz remarked that his office its annual Blood Drive on Sunday, Benoit, President of St. Anne’s Rosary 4. Eloquent, smooth talking is in “a great location, easily accessible July 29, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at For Education Their Kids Received Society and the members for their do- ABECEDARIAN by foot, car or train.” Refreshments the squad headquarters, located at nation of home baked desserts, and 1. Passing a hot iron near the eyes in will also be served at The Office restau- 335 Watterson Street in Westfield. We have three children ages 19, 16 fine education each of our children everyone who helped out before, dur- an attempt to blind rant, located adjacent to the The Blood Center of New Jersey and 11. We have been a part of McKinley received. ing and after. 2. Honest; virtuous assemblyman’s office. Elementary School continuously since This allowed our two oldest children, Please continue to pray for Nicky and 3. An appetizer Assemblyman Muñoz is the Trauma has revealed that this is a critical his family. For information, visit his time for its blood supply. Donating 1987. This year, our youngest child will and will allow our youngest, to success- 4. One who teaches the letters of the Surgeon and Physician Administrator graduate and end our long relationship fully take the next step, both emotion- Web site www.helpnicky.org. Monetary alphabet at the University of Medicine and Den- blood will not only help the Blood with the school. ally and academically, in moving up to donations should be sent to the Nicho- Center, but will help the rescue squad GALERICULATE tistry of New Jersey-University Hospi- This letter is to express our sincere Edison Intermediate School. las Delaurentis Fund, 650 Myrtle Av- tal. be eligible for a donation of sup- gratitude and appreciation for the prin- We thank everyone at McKinley, enue, Garwood, 07027. 1. A helmetlike covering for a head plies or equipment from the center. 2. Very showy, ostentatious Dr. Muñoz has served as an elected cipals, teachers and staff members our both past and present, and we are Keith M. Gallagher 3. To submerge, sink official since 1995, as Councilman-At- For more information on donat- children encountered at McKinley. proud to have had the long associa- Chairman 4. Quick, sudden jerking motion Large in his home community. He re- ing blood or becoming a volunteer The caring, warmth and nurturing tion with the school. Church Activities Answers will appear in next week’s sides in Summit with his wife, Nancy, with the squad, please call the res- spirit has been a constant over the Ruth and David Kaye Knights of Columbus issue. and five children. cue squad at (908) 233-2501. years. In addition, we are proud of the Westfield Garwood CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 19, 2001 Page 5 Bagger, Suliga Receive High Grades On Environmental, Consumer Issues

By PAUL J. PEYTON vass Director for the NJPIRG Citi- Bagger of Westfield (R-22nd), a can- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times zen Lobby. The Morristown field didate for State Senate, scored 90 WESTFIELD — Only seven mem- office covers Union, Sussex, Morris, percent, “a really, really strong score bers of New Jersey’s State Legisla- Essex and Somerset Counties. for the environment,” stated Mr. tion received a perfect score in the The NJPIRG has included infor- Grayson. latest 2001 scorecards issued last mation on elected officials’ voting Assemblyman Bagger, who at- week by the New Jersey Public Inter- records on clean air and water legis- tended the NJPIRG press conference est Research Group (NJPIRG), a non- lation, on protecting consumers from held July 11 at the Westfield Munici- profit and non-partisan public inter- ripoffs and improving citizens’ ac- pal Building, said “the important est advocacy organization that is fo- cess to government records. part is accountability; to communi- cused on environmental and con- “On average, this year’s score cards cate to the people key votes for the sumer issues. show New Jersey legislators, both environment and for consumer pro- The score cards, which have been assembly persons and senators, are in tection and how their legislators distributed to over 200,000 house- need of improving their public inter- voted.” holds statewide, scored each est voting record,” said Mr. Grayson. “Year in and year out NJPIRG lawmaker’s votes on legislation to “The average score in the Assembly does this and it resonates with allow patients to sue health insurers was 77 percent. In the Senate the people,” he stated, noting that in the for denial or necessary care; to average score was 79 percent.” summer his office receives calls from weaken campaign finance laws; sup- Comparing the grades to the same persons interested in legislation that port clean water protections, and to system in the schools, Mr. Grayson was included on the score cards. increase the public’s access to gov- reasoned that anyone with 90 per- “That’s getting people involved in ernment records. cent or better “deserves extra credit” the legislative process.” Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader and The Times “This has been a tradition with while scores in the 80s “are good,” “The more that see what we do and GOING OVER THE ROUTE...The mayors and other officials listen intently as an official goes over the route for the NJPIRG for years as a way to make but scores in the 70s indicate that have the opportunity to comment to Mayors’ Regatta at Mindowaskin Park in Westfield on July 15. it easier for New Jersey citizens to “the legislator needs some improve- us as legislators about it, the more hold their New Jersey elected offi- ment.” “Scores below 70 percent are effective the process is,” he added. cials accountable,” explained Will- really disappointing,” he added. Mr. Bagger noted that he has been First Annual Mayors’ Regatta iam Grayson, Morristown area Can- Locally, Assemblyman Richard H. “particularly interested” in consumer protection during his decade in the Assembly, such as legislation aimed at regulating the rent-to-own indus- Provides Day of Entertainment try. These involve transitions that are termed as leases but in reality are By SETH AUGENSTEIN Plains and Fanwood, were emcees his close defeat. “The only Demo- purchases on credit “with absorbent Specially Written for The Leader and The Times of the event, sitting in a boat out by crat out of the seven of us won the interest rates” of up to 100 percent. Last Sunday, the first annual the large Mindowaskin fountain. tournament. I want to know who was The Assemblyman is also pushing Westfield Mayors’ Regatta crowded During the intermission, Mayor in my pit crew,” he said, laughing. for a state administered “do not call Mindowaskin Pond with radio-con- McDermott turned on the fountain Despite some technical difficul- list” for telemarketers similar to what trolled boats, as the heads of seven just in time to soak Mr. Corbin and ties involving the boats, event plan- was enacted in New York State. If local towns squared off in an event of Mr. Greco, as well as Department of ners considered the day a hit. “This enacted, the law would require that exhibition and contest. Public Works employees on the ves- event was very much a success. Just such companies be registered by the Held as a benefit for the Westfield sel. The good humored laughter that the children’s smiles are proof enough state through the Department of Con- Community Policing Division Fund, followed characterized the spirit of of that,” said Officer Gary Moore, a sumer Affairs. the occasion began with a demon- the day. member of the 2001 Mayor’s Re- Acting Governor and State Senate stration by the Northeast Commo- In round two of the races, Mayor gatta Committee. President Donald T. DiFrancesco of dores Convention, set to the tune of Marks soundly dusted Mayor “This was a first-year trial and Scotch Plains (R-22nd) scored an 82 summer bands and musicians like Bonaccorso, who forgot to turn off error for the event, and it can only percent. Senator Joseph S. Suliga of The Beach Boys, Jimmy Buffett, and his remote and unwittingly crashed improve from here. We’re trying to Linden, who is running for Mr. Blondie. Hand-crafted vessels were his boat into one of the rocks on the connect the police with the commu- DiFrancesco’s seat in the newly re- sailed and raced across the pond. shore after the race. The boat was nity so as to make the entire town vamped 22nd District, scored a 90 The highlight of the afternoon was retired from competition. benefit, and I think this is a step in the percent. the race between the mayors of Next, Mayor Crincoli cruised con- right direction,” he said. NJPIRG’s “Scorecard 2000-2001” Fanwood, Scotch Plains, Kenilworth, fidently past the finish line to beat Officer Lisa Perrotta also helped Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader and The Times included nine Assembly and 10 Sen- Garwood, Clark, Mountainside and Mayor McDermott. Mr. McDermott with the affair. “It was a wonderful THE COMPETITIVE EDGE...Maybe the reason why Garwood Mayor Michael ate floor votes ranging from legisla- Westfield. The competition sported and the entire Westfield crowd were event. It’s about time the police and Crincoli won the Mayors’ Regatta was that he had very solid support. tion requiring water quality testing laughter, rivalry, and a number of surprised by Mayor Crincoli’s per- the community became more in- of well water to laws aimed at reduc- bloopers. formance. volved with one another,” she said. ing traffic congestion to establishing In the first runoff race, “The pressure was to defeat Marks, One town law enforcement initiative goals for alternative transportation. Mountainside Mayor Robert F. with all the buildup to the race. I has been to improve the relationship Red Cross Chapter Schedules Votes also were recorded for laws Viglianti was knocked out of compe- didn’t see Mayor Crincoli coming,” between police officers and the com- aimed at making playgrounds safer tition after giving up a huge lead to he said, chuckling. munity. Summer Lifesaver Courses to legislation that would weaken cam- Clark Mayor Sal Bonaccorso. In the final race, Mayor Marks was “The Regatta was a success,” said paign finance laws by allowing gu- The second race went to Scotch confidently beating Mayor Crincoli committee member Bud Haroski. WESTFIELD – The Westfield/ threatening illnesses and injuries, as bernatorial candidates to raise money Plains Mayor Martin L. Marks when until his battery gave out on the final “The committee that consisted of Mountainside Chapter of the Ameri- well as handling choking and breath- from big contributors. A law that Kenilworth Mayor Michael Tripodi straightaway. The mayor from myself, Eileen Blancato, Carol can Red Cross has scheduled its sum- ing emergencies. allows multi-billionaire consumer- confused his boat with his Garwood sailed authoritatively past Greco, Tony Mazza, Gary Moore mer courses in lifesaving skills. CPR for the Professional Rescuer, funded bailouts of the state’s electric competitor’s, mangling his first turn. the dentist for the win. Mayor Crincoli and Walter Pommnitz worked well An Adult CPR (Cardiopulmonary a re-certification class, will be of- utilities and legislation to give pa- Mayor Michael Crincoli of was ecstatic about his surprise vic- together.” Resuscitation) class will be held on fered on Saturday, August 4, from 9 tients the right to sue HMO’s was Garwood soundly defeated Mayor tory. This marked the first of what offi- Wednesday, July 25, from 5:30 to a.m. to 1 p.m. It is intended for also included. Louis C. Jung of Fanwood in the “Marks looked pretty good out cials hope will become an annual 9:30 p.m. The course will instruct individuals who hold current certifi- Scoring perfect scores were As- third runoff race by making solid, there, and I’m happy I won. The event. “It will be bigger and better participants on how to deal with chok- cation but need to renew. sembly members Barbara Buono (D- conservative turns past each of the whole event was lots of fun,” he said. next year,” said Mr. Haroski with a ing, breathing and cardiac emergen- A Babysitters Training class will 18th), Linda Greenstein (D-14th), buoys. Westfield Mayor Gregory S. Mr. Marks was also smiling after grin. cies. be offered on Saturday, August 11, Robert Smith (D-17th), Loretta McDermott received a “bye” for the This course will be repeated on from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Intended Weinberg (D-37th) and Charles Zisa first round. Wednesday, August 22, from 5:30 to for youth ages 11 to 15, the class will (D-37th). Senators Baer (D-37th) and Norman Greco, former Westfield 10:30 p.m. with the addition of AED teach the responsibilities and quali- Shirley Turner (D-15th), also scored Town Councilman and Horace R. (automated external defibrillation) ties involved in being a good a 100 percent. Corbin, publisher of The Westfield training. babysitter. The lowest scores went to Assem- Leader and The Times of Scotch An Infant/Child CPR class will be Among the topics to be covered bly members Michael Carroll (R-25th) held on Tuesday, August 14, from 6 are safety issues, basic child and and Scott Garrett (R-24th), 40 per- Erratum to 10 p.m. This course will cover infant care, age appropriate activi- cent; Guy Gregg (R-24th), 50 per- choking, breathing emergencies and ties, breathing emergencies and first cent; Donald Tucker (D-29th), 55 In the July 12 issue, the ar- CPR for infants and children. aid. percent; Richard Merkt (R-25th), 56 ticle titled “Father, Daughter A First Aid Basics class will be All training classes will take place percent, and Alfred Steele (D-35th), Back Home After Being offered on Saturday, July 28, from 9 at the Red Cross Chapter House, also 56 percent, Senators Andrew Stranded in Water Off Grand a.m. to 1 p.m. and again on Thurs- located at 321 Elm Street in Westfield. 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A subsequent pleted kindergarten through those who game of Water Water Wet resulted in have finished sixth grade. Kevin Clancy winning a Wettest at the Each playground facility has a full End of the Day award. complement of counselors who are Hannah Murphy, Molly Colvin and responsible for overseeing arts and Meghan Feeney placed first, second crafts projects and coordinating ath- and third, respectively, in McKinley letic competitions and special theme Playground’s recent drawing contest. days. Among these will be a celebra- On top of a candy hunt and multiple tion of “Everybody’s Birthday” to- games of “Ghost in the Graveyard,” morrow, Friday, July 20. the McKinley crew also held a DISTINGUISHED VOLUNTEER…Harrison T. Watson, Jr., recipient of the Weekly activities consist of a Mon- Tetherball tournament on July 6. The Gaston Award for 2001, looks over the books which were given to the Westfield day morning swim at the Memorial top three finishers for the nine-to-12 Memorial Library in his honor by the Friends of the Library. Mr. Watson, a Pool and athletic tournaments. Indi- year olds were, respectively, Matt former President of the Library Board of Trustees, is joined by Arlene Burgess, Isabella, Carlton Lawson and Chris- Vice-President of the Friends, left, and Barbara Thiele, Library Director. The vidual playgrounds also publish a Gaston Award is given by the Friends to an individual chosen as Volunteer of weekly or bi-weekly calendar with tina Panarese. Nicholas Kapur, Madi- the Year. specific activities for distribution to son Mone and Eric Fennit were the all playground participants. top three finishers for the six- to eight- The Franklin School playground year-olds. hosted its annual Nok-Hockey tour- At Washington School, Mike Mountainside Chapel Plans nament on June 29. With such intense Forgosh came through with two competition as campers Will Knights, doubles and a triple to help Washing- ton tie Wilson playground 5-5. Mark Free Summer Bible School John P. Haggerty and Miss Michele A. Meredick Munizzi hit a single that drove in the Kelly Joan tying run, while Mark Burkhardt dis- MOUNTAINSIDE – Mountainside grades 6 through 8 will be held nightly played outstanding pitching and re- Chapel, located at 1180 Spruce Drive during the same week, from 7 to 9 Welcomed By liever Christine Kandigan helped the in Mountainside, has announced that p.m. Miss Michele A. Meredick effort. it will offer a free Bible School this The Junior High program will also Pikaart Family During Washington’s Nok-Hockey summer. The program will take place feature a well-supervised, all-day trip Mr. and Mrs. Wellesley H. Pikaart, tournament, Danny Markowski came from Monday through Friday, Au- on Thursday, August 9. A Ladies To Wed John P. Haggerty 3rd of Westfield have announced the in first, beating second place finisher gust 6 to 10, from 9 a.m. to noon. Class will be offered during the same birth of their daughter, Kelly Joan Sam Eliades. The theme, “SonCreek Junction,” hours as the children’s program and Pikaart, on Friday, April 27, at Over- Wilson playground suffered a tough will feature fun music, daily Bible mothers who attend this class will be Mrs. Mary Ellen Meredick of also a graduate of Luzerne County story lessons, recreation and skills, provided with child care for new- Scranton, Pa., has announced the Community College and Marywood look Hospital in Summit. one-run loss against Tamaques in an Kelly weighed 7 pounds and 7 intense kickball game, but bounced refreshments, live action skits and borns through age 3. A special flyer engagement of her daughter, Miss University, both in Scranton. She is activities which encourage friend- is available for the Junior High and Michele A. Meredick of Scranton, to employed as a registered nurse at the ounces and measured 20 inches in back from the loss with its Nok- length at birth. Hockey tournament. Nine- to 12-year- ships, among other events. Ladies Class upon request. John P. Haggerty of Stroudsburg, Pa. Marian Convent in Scranton. Summer Bible Blast will be of- Because enrollment is limited and Miss Meredick is also the daugh- Her fiancé is a graduate of Westfield She joins her sister, Julia, age 3½. old players Neil Amato, Joey Kopser Kelly’s maternal grandparents are and Joe Greenspan took first, second fered to children in pre-kindergarten will close on Monday, July 30, inter- ter of the late Donald Meredick. Mr. High School and a computer science (age 4) through those entering grade ested individuals are asked to regis- Haggerty is the son of Mrs. Marilyn major at East Stroudsburg Univer- John and Joan McConnell of Punta and third, respectively. Gorda, Fla. Connor Streanan dominated the six- 5 in the fall. A special Junior High ter as soon as possible by calling the Haggerty of Westfield and the late sity. He is employed as an engineer program for youngsters entering Chapel office at (908) 232-3456. Jack Haggerty. at Intel Corporation in Parsippany. Her paternal grandparents are to eight-year-old division, placing first. An alumna of Bishop Hannan High The couple plan to be married in Wellesley and Susan Pikaart of Wayne. Neil also came up big in the Connect School in Scranton, the bride-elect is September in Scranton. The baby’s paternal great-grand- Four tournament, lining up a champi- mother is Elise B. Holmgren of Brick. onship victory. SAGE to Present Program Literacy Volunteers Post On Living With Arthritis SUMMIT – SAGE will present Women’s Issues Series, a bimonthly More Workshop Dates “Living Well with Arthritis,” a dis- forum that deals with women’s chal- cussion on rheumatoid and osteoar- lenges at midlife and beyond. The AREA – Literacy Volunteers of a.m. to noon. thritis and suggestions for dealing series is presented free to the public; America – Union County Affiliate The last English as a Second Lan- with these two illnesses, will take however, seating is limited. has announced additional 2001 Sum- guage Workshop will take place at place on Thursday, August 9, at 10 To make a reservation or receive mer Workshop programs for the train- the Elizabeth Public Library, 11 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, more information, please call Ellen ing of tutors. South Broad Street. Registration is located at 587 Springfield Avenue in McNally at SAGE InfoCare at (908) The only Basic Literacy Work- set for Saturday, August 18, at 9 a.m., Summit. 273-4598. shop this summer will be held at the with classes to be held on August 18 The educational presentation will SAGE is a private, not-for-profit Elmora Library, located at 740 West and 25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and be given by Ellen Weinman, Hand organization that provides solutions Grand Avenue in Elizabeth. Thursday, August 30, from 6 to 9 Therapy Manager with Morris Area for older adults and their caregivers, Registration will take place on p.m. Rehabilitation Association, Inc. through services which promote in- Monday, July 23, at 9 a.m., with For additional information or to Ms. Weinman will discuss the two dependence and a dignified quality classes to be held on July 23 and 30 register for any of the workshops, kinds of arthritis and give an over- of life for older adults. and August 6, 13, 20 and 27, from 9 please call (908) 518-0600. view of joint protection. She will SAGE offers 10 programs, includ- also offer suggestions for dealing ing Spend-a-Day Adult Day Health with arthritis, including energy con- Center; Home Care and Meals-on-
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 908-322-6405 Tear-Offs • Re-Roofs Repairs • Gutters Free Estimates • Fully Insured CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 19, 2001 Page 7 Stories From the Bible Make Baptist Churches to Play For a Good Summer Read Fundraiser Softball Game By REV. JANE ROCKMAN Red Sea, told in Exodus. For a From the beginning, people have charismatic and courageous hero- WESTFIELD – The First Baptist Through the “One Great Hour of worried about finding meaning in ine, try Esther, in the book of the Church of Westfield, located at 170 Sharing” program, American Bap- life. Then and now, they have same name. Elm Street, will play the First Baptist tist churches assist people victim- struggled with families and jobs, with You can read about deep friend- Church of South Plainfield in a ben- ized by natural disasters, as well as economic trials and political reali- ship in Luke’s Gospel, in the story of efit softball game this Saturday, July man-made ills such as war and do- ties. Then and now, people have tried Jesus and his friends, Mary, Martha 21, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the mestic violence. to understand God. and Lazarus. For stories about ex- Veterans Memorial Park in South Refugee assistance and eco- The Bible is a book of books, traordinary powers, read about Cre- Plainfield. nomic development projects con- literally a library comprised of many ation in Genesis or the story of Jesus’ All proceeds from the fundraiser ducted through the program have different styles of writing by a host of Transfiguration in Matthew. For sheer will go towards the “One Great Hour benefited people in more than 100 authors. It is surely a volume to be beauty, there is the Prologue to John’s of Sharing” program of the Ameri- countries, according to the Rever- studied seriously, but it is also one to Gospel. And for the ultimate hero, can Baptist Churches. end Dr. Darla Turlington, Senior be enjoyed – even at the beach. Here, read about Jesus in The Gospels. The event will begin with an 11 Minister at the First Baptist Church then, is my suggested summer read- It’s summer. Why not curl up with a.m. softball game open to all chil- of Westfield. ing list. the Good Book? dren, followed by a bring-your-own The public is invited to attend the For a story about strife-torn love, * * * * * picnic lunch at noon. softball game. In addition, individu- turn to Genesis and read about Reverend Rockman is the Rector The benefit softball game, begin- als are still being sought to sponsor Adam and Eve. There is hardly a of All Saints’ Episcopal Church, lo- ning at 1 p.m., will feature various those planning to play in the game. more exciting adventure than the cated at 559 Park Avenue in Scotch members of the two churches who For more details, please email the story of Israel’s deliverance at the Plains. have raised money for their involve- church at ment in the game from numerous [email protected] or call BUILDERS OF FAITH AND HOMES…Some of the teenagers and adults from supporting sponsors. the church office at (908) 233-2278. Mothers & More Presents The Presbyterian Church in Westfield who recently traveled to Birmingham, Ala., to work for Habitat for Humanity are pictured in front of one of the homes they helped to construct. The trip, sponsored by Youth With A Mission, enabled Donations to Area Groups the young people to demonstrate their faith by helping those less fortunate. AREA — The Union County Chap- Anyone interested in more infor- ter of Mothers & More recently made mation or in making a donation to a donation to the Rose Garden Home, the Rose Garden Home may call a crisis pregnancy and intervention (732) 340-1474. Cranford Family Presbyterian Youth center in Rahway. Care Association, a non-profit agency Among the donated items were assisting Cranford residents in times clothing, bottles, baby equipment and of crisis, may be reached at (908) toys, all of which were either new or 276-3530. Build Homes in Ala. gently-used. Mothers & More is an interna- In addition, Mothers & More tional, not-for-profit organization members were asked to bring a box supporting women who have altered To Help Those in Need of pasta to a recent Welcome Tea. their career paths in order to care for As a result, four dozen boxes of their children at home. By MARYLOU MORANO High School. She called it a life- pasta were given to the Cranford The Union County chapter offers a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times changing experience. Family Care Association for distri- variety of activities for mothers and WESTFIELD — Thirty-four tired Colin Maccubbin, 15, a sopho- bution. their children, including play groups, but joyful teenagers arrived home to more at Westfield High School, The donations to the two commu- evening discussions and guest speak- New Jersey on June 30, after spend- agreed with Kirsten, adding that al- nity organizations were part of Moth- ers. Meetings and activities will con- ing a week helping those less fortu- NEW INDUCTEE…At its regular weekly meeting, Pamela Shinn, center, was though the week involved a lot of inducted into the Fanwood-Scotch Plains Rotary Club by Membership Chair- ers & More’s ongoing advocacy ef- tinue throughout the summer. nate in Birmingham, Ala. work, it was also a lot of fun. forts, according to Advocacy Chair- For additional information, please man Dr. Richard Dobyns. Looking on is Past President Karin Dreixler. Ms. The teens, all members of the youth For Krysta Kjelle, 15, of Edison, a Shinn is the Manager of Sovereign Bank in Scotch Plains. She has been in woman Janice Sullivan, who col- call Jan at (732) 381-3199 or Mary at group at The Presbyterian Church in sophomore at John P. Stevens High lected and delivered the items. (908) 272-8982. banking for 25 years. A graduate of Stonier Graduate School of Banking at the Westfield, and the 10 adult advisors School in Edison, the best part of the University of Delaware, she has lived in Central New Jersey for 18 years. Her accompanying them were greeted at trip was getting to meet the future daughter, Sara, recently graduated from Roanoke College in Virginia. Ms. Newark Airport by parents and other owners of the homes the group was Shinn has been an active member of the Sterling Elks Lodge and the Sterling Sibling’s Suicide Inspires well-wishers holding banners and building. American Auxiliary and has served as secretary for both organizations. Her waving signs that said “Welcome Jenn Testa of Scotch Plains, one of primary interests include helping handicapped/disabled children and veterans. Back Presbyterian Youth – You’re the adults accompanying the youth, She also enjoys outdoor activities and reading. Woman to Help Others the Best.” observed, “The mission trip gave the The group left for Birmingham on teens an opportunity to see that serv- SCOTCH PLAINS – Every time positive and nice to be around,” she June 23 on a trip sponsored by Youth ing others is not for self-glorifica- Eleanor Marrow Miller picks up the said. “It is such a professionally run With A Mission (YWAM), which tion, but for the glory of God.” What’s up Downtown? telephone to help a caller in crisis at organization and I have learned so arranged for the teens to work on The teenagers did manage to sneak CONTACT We Care’s 24-hour crisis much from the ongoing advanced local Habitat for Humanity projects. in a little recreation before heading hot line, she honors her brother’s trainings.” Painting, roofing and siding of back to New Jersey. They visited the ~ sales & coupons! memory. Mrs. Miller noted that going into homes, as well as the clearing of a Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, Mrs. Miller’s 44-year-old brother the “phone room” at CONTACT is warehouse, were some of the activi- as well as a water park, and also committed suicide 14 years ago. He like going to a retreat for her. “After ties performed by the group. took in a local minor league base- was depressed and felt he had no- the craziness of running with three YWAM is an all-volunteer, evan- ball game. http://westfieldnj.ataclick.com where to turn for help. He left behind kids and getting them where they gelical Christian mission agency that family members filled with anger, need to be, volunteering at CON- manages outreach mission trips for guilt and shame. TACT is so satisfying. I love helping youth and adults in the United States www.goleader.com Celebrating 5 years on the web! “I had a bad feeling about my people sort things out. I’ve learned to and all over the world. brother,” said the seasoned Roselle be calm when things happen.” The agency arranged lodging for guidance counselor and former While she feels that her brother’s the group in a local Methodist Church teacher who volunteers eight hours suicide did change her life, she said and provided them with three meals per month for CONTACT’s hot line. she “probably would have done this a day. “I said to him, ‘You’re not thinking kind of volunteer work anyway.” Altogether, the youth participants of hurting yourself, are you?’ I have “I’m made for it, I guess,” Mrs. and their adult advisors contributed since learned that’s not the way to Miller said. “It’s like the feeling I get 1,200 hours of community service to talk to someone who is suicidal,” when my students at school say ‘I Habitat for Humanity. lamented Mrs. Miller. “I put him in know you are not my counselor, but Speaking with The Westfield the position to deny it.” can I talk to you?’ That feels great. Leader and The Times of Scotch The 56-year-old Scotch Plains It’s the greatest thrill to be able to Plains-Fanwood, the young adults mother of three has been helping help someone.” who lent their time and talents to the callers in crisis for nearly two years For more information about vol- project expressed gratitude for hav- now. The highly trained counselor, unteering with the organization, or ing had the opportunity to demon- who is continually taking courses in to register for CONTACT’s Volun- strate their Christian faith through her field and who belongs to nearly a teer Training program beginning on helping others. dozen professional associations, Friday, July 20, please call (908) This was the first mission trip for signed up for CONTACT’s Volun- 490-1480. Kirsten Kolb, 18, a senior at Westfield teer Training Program because, she said, she gets her greatest satisfac- tion from helping others. “When you go through things like Good News this in life, it helps you learn how to cope and help others,” she revealed. “And God shall wipe away all the tears “I guess I just want to feel I’ve left from their eyes; and there shall be no more the world a little better…made a Talksomecents difference.” death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.” Revelation 21:4 The Gospel toyourkids.

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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 8 Thursday, July 19, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Evelyn Nagy, 79, Had Been Operator Herbert M. Rosenthal, 47, Worked For New Jersey Bell for 20 Years - Obituaries - At Bankers Trust of New York City Evelyn Hamrah Nagy, 79, of she was a resident of Dunellen for Herbert M. Rosenthal, 47, of Winokur Rosenthal; two daughters, Dunellen died on Monday, July 9, at most of her life. Westfield died on Saturday, July 7, Allison Rosenthal and Jennifer the home of her daughter in Mrs. Nagy had been employed as Jack Weiner, Local Philanthropist; of a heart attack while on a photo Rosenthal, both of Westfield; his Bridgewater. an operator at New Jersey Bell for 20 safari vacation in Africa. parents, Erica and Manfred Rosenthal Born in Brooklyn on July 23, 1921, years before retiring in 1989. Was Owner of Several Businesses Born in New York City, he grew up of Middletown, and two brothers, She was predeceased by her hus- Jack Weiner of Westfield died on Surviving are his wife, Estelle in Middletown and moved to Michael Rosenthal of Anaheim Hills, band of 53 years, William T. Nagy, Monday, July 9, at Overlook Hospi- Strober Weiner; a daughter, Joan Westfield in 1977. Calif. and David Rosenthal of Herbert Womack, 73 Sr., in August of 1999, and by a tal in Summit. Klein of Warren; a son, Brad Weiner Mr. Rosenthal was employed as a Middletown. Herbert Hoover Womack, 73, of daughter, Cynthia Marie Nagy, in Born in the Bronx, he had lived in of Bridgewater; a sister, Gertrude Managing Director for 24 years with Funeral services were held on Plainfield died on Thursday, July 5, 1948. Springfield and Flemington before Fisher of Cranbury, and five grand- Bankers Trust of New York City. He Thursday, July 12, in Temple Emanu- at Muhlenberg Regional Medical Surviving are three sons, William moving to Westfield 29 years ago. children. had also been Managing Director in El. Interment took place at Fairview Center in Plainfield. T. Nagy, Jr. of Bridgewater, David Mr. Weiner was the owner of City Services were held on Tuesday, the Risk Management Department Cemetery in Westfield. Born in Scotch Plains, he had lived Nagy of Morristown and Barry Nagy Cleaning Contractors in Fanwood; July 10, from the Menorah Chapels with the Tokyo office from 1988 Arrangements were under the di- there for 33 years before relocating of Dunellen; four daughters, Judy Colonial Security Company in New at Millburn in Union. Interment took through 1991. rection of the Higgins Home For to Plainfield 40 years ago. Nagy of Los Angeles, Virginia Ashrafi Castle, Del., and Filter Fresh Corpo- place at Temple B’nai Abraham He was a member of the Men’s Funerals in Watchung. Mr. Womack had worked for of Basking Ridge, Lois Liccardi of ration in Roselle. Memorial Park in Union. Club of Temple Emanu-El of July 19, 2001 Moore’s Trucking Company in Bridgewater and Gail Marner of He was a member of the Memorial contributions may be Westfield. Piscataway for more than 25 years Westfield; two sisters, Jean Nagy of Shackamaxon Golf and Country Club made to the Leukemia Society, 45 He attended Rutgers University, Mary A. Werts, 96 before retiring in 1990. Dunellen and Frieda Ehid of in Scotch Plains, the Sailfish Point Springfield Avenue, Springfield, where he also played soccer for the Mary Abigail Werts, 96, of Lake- He was a member of the Calvary Piscataway; 16 grandchildren and a Country Club in Stuart, Fla., and the 07081. school. wood died on Thursday, July 12, at Baptist Church in Plainfield since great-grandchild. Building Contractors Association of July 19, 2001 Surviving are his wife, Nancy the Harrogate Health Care Center in 1980. Funeral services were held on Fairfax, Va. Lakewood. Surviving are two sons, Herbert Thursday, July 12, at the Sheenan He served in the United States James F. Gleason, 80, Was Navigator Born and raised in Eldred, Pa., she Kevin Womack and Gregory Funeral Home in Dunellen and fol- Army during the Korean Conflict. had lived in Scotch Plains and New- Womack, both of Plainfield; a daugh- lowed by a Mass at Our Lady of Mr. Weiner was a philanthropist ton before relocating to Lakewood ter, Tracey Womack, also of Fatima Roman Catholic Church in who supported the Fresh Air Fund of In Army Air Corps in World War II 18 years ago. Plainfield; three sisters, Ann Darnell Piscataway. Interment took place at New York City; the United Jewish James Francis Gleason, 80, of La., Jane Kenda of Houston, Tex., Mrs. Werts was a homemaker. She and Miriam Wood of Buffalo, N.Y. the Holy Redeemer Cemetery in Appeal; the Weiszman Institute in Scotch Plains and Stuart, Fla., died and Jennifer Perrotta of Fanwood; a was also a member of the Scotch and Ruth Gonzales of Boston; five South Plainfield. Israel; Children’s Specialized Hos- on Monday, July 9, at St. Barnabas son, Gregory J.F. Gleason of Bayville; Plains Women’s Club and a member grandchildren and a great-grand- Memorial contributions may be pital in Mountainside; the Home for Medical Center in Livingston. a sister, Ann Regis “Nancy” O’Neil of the Lakewood Presbyterian child. made to Haven Hospice, JFK Medi- the Aged in Stuart, Fla.; the Ameri- Born in Brooklyn, he had lived for of Bronxville, N.Y., and nine grand- Church. Funeral services were held on cal Center, 65 James Street, Edison can Heart Association and St. Jude’s many years in Point Lookout, N.Y. children. She was predeceased by her hus- Thursday, July 12, at the Calvary 08818. Hospital in Memphis, Tenn. before moving to Scotch Plains two A Mass was offered on Monday, band of 67 years, Floyd Werts, in Baptist Church. Interment took place July 19, 2001 years ago. July 16, in St. Helen’s Roman Catho- 1994. at Hillside Cemetery in Scotch Plains. Mr. Gleason had been the Execu- lic Church in Westfield, following the Surviving are two daughters, Arrangements were handled by Dr. John T. Eash, 94, Was Metallurgist; tive Purchasing Director of the Caltex funeral from the Higgins and Bonner Carolyn Wood and Barbara Schlarp; the Plinton Curry Funeral Home in Petroleum Corporation in New York Echo Lake Funeral Home in Westfield. five grandchildren and nine great- Westfield. Received Patents in Nickel Alloy Steels City, where he worked for 39 years Interment took place at the Holy Cross grandchildren. July 19, 2001 Dr. John T. Eash, 94, of Allendale made to the Archer United Method- before retiring in 1984. Cemetery in Brooklyn. Private interment will take place died on Tuesday, July 10, at ist Church, 37 East Allendale Av- He served as a First Lieutenant in the Memorial donations may be made in her family plot in Eldred. Lester Sherman, 78 Mountainside Hospital in Montclair. enue, Allendale, 07401. United States Army Air Corps during to Helping Hands and Hearts of St. Arrangements were handled by Lester Sherman, 78, of Born in Albany, Ind., he had lived Arrangements were handled by the World War II and flew 51 missions as Helen’s Parish Center, 1600 Rahway the D’Elia Funeral Home in Lake- Mountainside died on Sunday, July in Westfield before moving to Vander Plaat Funeral Home of a navigator on a B-24 Liberator. Avenue, Westfield, 07090. wood. 8, at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Can- Allendale 37 years ago. Wyckoff. He was a life member of the Brook- July 19, 2001 July 19, 2001 cer Center in New York City. Dr. Eash had been a research met- July 19, 2001 lyn Knights of Columbus. Born in Elizabeth, he was a resi- allurgist with the International Nickel He was predeceased by his wife, Erwin Lee Moore, 63, Was Minister; dent of Mountainside for 33 years. Company in Sterling Forest, N.Y., Eileen Moore Gleason; a daughter, Mr. Sherman had been employed for 42 years before retiring in 1973. Mildred A. Capolongo Janet Gleason; four sisters, Mary Alice Owner of Home Cleaning Business as a sales engineer with Frank Kristal During his career, he was awarded Mildred A. Capolongo of Scotch Sullivan, Virginia Kiernan, Elizabeth Associates in New York for 40 years numerous patents in nickel alloy Plains died on Tuesday, July 10, at Gleason and Dolores Mc Dougal, and Erwin Lee Moore, 63, of at the Hillside Cemetery in Scotch before retiring in 1986. steels. He was also manager of the her home. a brother, Joseph T. Gleason. Piscataway died on Sunday, July 15, Plains. He received a bachelor’s degree Sterling Forest Laboratory. Born in Bridgewater, she had lived Surviving are three daughters, at Robert Wood Johnson Medical Arrangements are being handled from Rutgers University in Newark. Dr. Eash graduated from Purdue in New York before relocating to Maryellen Kincade of New Orleans, Center in New Brunswick. by the Judkins Colonial Home in He served in the United States Air University in Lafayette, Ind., in 1928 Scotch Plains in 1951. Born in Edenton, N.C., he had Plainfield. Force throughout Europe during with a Bachelor of Science Degree in She was predeceased by her hus- Anatole K. Colbert, 66 lived in Scotch Plains before moving July 19, 2001 to Piscataway 42 years ago. World War II. Chemical Engineering and from the band, Albert J. Capolongo, in 1991, Anatole K. “Tony” Colbert, 66, of Surviving are his wife, Sybil Lynn University of Michigan in 1931 with and by a granddaughter, Tracy He was the owner and operator of Graham Rowan, 48 Kingston, N.Y., died on Friday, July E.L. Moore Home Cleaning and Sherman; a son, Douglas R. Sherman an M.S.E. and Doctoral Degree. He Christensen. 13, in Kingston Hospital in Kingston. Graham “Bob” Rowan, 48, of of Worcester, Mass.; two daughters, was a member of the Triangle Frater- Surviving are three daughters, Maintenance Service for 35 years. Mountainside died on Tuesday, July Born in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., he He was a member of the First Linda R. Martin of Bordeaux, France nity. Carmela Christensen, Dorothy had lived in Westfield prior to mov- 10, at his home. and Jerilyn G. Horing of Hoboken; a He was a former member of the Nordin and Darlene Hamway; two Baptist Church of New Market in Born in Washington, D.C., he moved ing to Kingston. Piscataway, where he was a minister brother, Dr. Richard Sheinblatt of First United Methodist Church of brothers, Vincent Bassi and John Mr. Colbert had been a teacher, to Mountainside many years ago. New York City; a sister, Rhoda Staub Westfield and was also active in the Bassi; six grandchildren and eight with the Outreach Program. Mr. Rowan was a technical spe- guidance counselor and school psy- Minister Moore was a former mem- of Mountainside, and three grand- Archer United Methodist Church in great-grandchildren. chologist at Kingston High School cialist with Pitney Bowes in Pine children. Allendale. A Mass was offered on Friday, ber of the Zion Hill Baptist Church in Brook for the past 22 years. before retiring in 1995. Piscataway, where he was ordained Graveside services were held on Dr. Eash was a former President of July 13, at St. Bartholomew the He had previously taught at Union He was predeceased by his par- Wednesday, July 11, in Fairview the American Spaniel Club and was Apostle Roman Catholic Church in and served as Secretary for the ents, Graham and Violet Rowan. County College in New Jersey and Trustee, Deacon and Director boards. Cemetery in Westfield. a frequent show judge during the Scotch Plains following the funeral for the Verona school system. Mr. Surviving are two brothers, Arrangements were under the di- 1950s and 1960s. from the Rossi Funeral Home in He additionally was President of Stephen Rowan of Wayne and Ed- Colbert had additionally been Prin- the Pastor’s Aides; Vice President of rection of the Higgins Home for Surviving are his wife, La Vella Scotch Plains. Interment was at the cipal of Bloomfield Academy. ward Rowan of East Brunswick; two Funerals in Plainfield. Van Landingham Eash; a son, Immaculate Conception Cemetery the Male Chorus and served with the sisters, Karen Anne Rowan of He had also been employed by Strong Men for Christ, all at the Zion Memorial contributions may be Michael Eash of Sherman Mills, Me.; in Somerville. South Amboy Hospital, the West Mountainside and Mary Price of made to the Lung Research Division a daughter, Joan Lowe of Westfield, Memorial donations may be made Hill Baptist Church. He was also a Roselle Park, and his grandmother, Ridge Center, the Cranford Alterna- former member and Trustee at St. at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Can- and six grandchildren. to the Parkinson Foundation, tive Program, Kean College and Se- Margaret Marx of Roseland. cer Center, 1275 York Avenue, New The funeral service took place on NJAPDA, P.O. Box 5273, Kendall John’s Baptist Church in Scotch A Mass of Christian Burial was ton Hall University. Plains. York 10021-6094. Friday, July 13, at the Archer United Park 08824. Mr. Colbert was a graduate of the held on Friday, July 13, in Our Lady July 19, 2001 Methodist Church. Interment took July 19, 2001 Surviving are his wife, Leola V. of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church University of Bridgeport in Bridge- Moore; a daughter, Jacqueline Moore Carl Scherlacher, 70 place at the Valleau Cemetery in port, Conn., and Columbia Teachers in Mountainside. Interment took Ridgewood. Elizabeth Wood, 93 of Elizabeth City, N.C.; his parents, place at Fairview Cemetery in Carl J. Scherlacher, 70, of Sebring, College. Memorial contributions may be Elizabeth Wood, 93, of Plainfield Walter and Nellie Moore of Edenton, Westfield. Fla., died on Saturday, July 7, at He served in the United States N.C..; two brothers, John Moore of died on Tuesday, July 10, at Marine Corps during peacetime and Arrangements were handled by the Tampa General Hospital in Tampa, Westfield and Horace Moore of Dooley Funeral Home, 218 North Fla. Thomas W. Street, 85 Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- was a member of the Marine Corps Edenton, and a granddaughter. League. Avenue in Cranford. Born in Newark, he had lived in Thomas W. Street, 85, of Westfield ter in Plainfield. Services were held yesterday, Memorial contributions may be Fanwood before moving to Sebring. died on Tuesday, July 3, at Overlook Born in Westfield, she was a resi- Surviving are a daughter, Dr. Wednesday, July 18, at the First Bap- Cheryl C. Colbert; a son, Anatole made to the National Multiple Scle- Mr. Scherlacher had been em- Hospital in Summit. dent of Plainfield for 75 years. tist Church of New Market. rosis Society, 1 Kalisa Way, Suite ployed as an insurance agent for Born in Jersey City, he was a life- Colbert; a sister, Olga Jeffrey, and Graveside services will take place She was predeceased by her hus- two grandchildren. 205, Paramus 07652. Allstate in New Jersey prior to retir- long resident of Westfield. at 10 a.m. today, Thursday, July 19, July 19, 2001 band, Salvatore Wood, Sr. Private graveside services were ing in 1993. Mr. Street had been employed as a Surviving are three sons, Salvatore He served in the United States arranged under the direction of the cost accountant for Western Electric Wood, Jr. of South Plainfield, Frank Navy during the Korean Conflict. in New York City for 40 years before Dapson-Chestney Funeral Home in John Abbott, Sr., 72, Had Served He was a member of the Sebring Wood of Plainfield and Michael Rhinebeck, N.Y. retiring in 1981. July 19, 2001 Municipal Golf Association and the He was a Boy Scout leader in Wood of Bedminster; a daughter, In New Jersey National Guard First United Methodist Church of Westfield and served on the Board of Elizabeth Valente of Scotch Plains; Augusta Kuebler, 98 Sebring. three sisters, Angelina Severage of John B. “Jack” Abbott, Sr., 72, of where he was named Elk of the Year Directors of Camp Brett-Endavor in Augusta Kuebler, 98, of Whiting Surviving are his wife, June Northwest New Jersey. Garwood, Rose Ruffini of Westfield South Plainfield died on Tuesday, for 1994-1995. Scherlacher; two sons, Carl J. died on Wednesday, July 11, in the July 17, at Muhlenberg Regional For many years, he played on the Mr. Street was also a member of and Theresa Malinski of Scotch Logan Manor Nursing Home in Scherlacher of Piscataway and John the Westfield Historical Society and Medical Center in Plainfield. 49ers in the Cranford Men’s Softball Plains; 11 grandchildren and 20 Whiting. Born in Colombus, he lived most Scherlacher of Sebring; a daughter, The Presbyterian Church in great-grandchildren. League. Born in Elizabeth, she had lived in of his life in Cranford and for a brief Surviving are his wife of 46 years, Susan Zelenenki of Sebring; a Westfield. A Mass was offered on Friday, July brother, Edward Scherlacher of East Westfield before moving to Whiting time resided in Plainfield before re- Clara M. Anderson Abbott; a son, He was predeceased by his par- 13, in St. Bernard’s Roman Catholic in 1984. Hanover, and seven grandchildren. ents, Thomas A. and Ruth Walton locating to South Plainfield in 1967. John B. Abbott, Jr. of Hamilton Town- Services were held on Wednesday, Church in Plainfield, following the Mrs. Kuebler had owned and oper- He was a graduate of Holy Trinity ship; a sister, Anne Pflug of Red Street. ated, with her late husband, Fred July 11, in the First United Method- Surviving are many cousins, funeral from the Higgins Home For High School in Westfield. Bank, and two brothers, Frank Abbott ist Church in Sebring. Funerals in Plainfield. Interment took Kuebler, the Fred Kuebler Farm in Mr. Abbott had been employed for of Neptune and Tom Abbott of Dade among them Richard and Margaret Westfield for many years. Arrangements were under the di- McDowell of Mountainside. place at the Holy Redeemer Mauso- 23 years as a quality control supervi- County, Fla. rection of the Stephenson-Nelson leum in South Plainfield. Surviving is a sister, Hilda M. sor for the Alcoa Aluminum Com- Funeral services will be held at 11 A memorial service will be held in Richter. Funeral Home in Sebring. the Chapel of The Presbyterian Memorial contributions may be pany of Garwood and later in Edison. a.m. tomorrow, Friday, July 20, in Graveside services were held on He subsequently worked with vari- Memorial contributions may be Church in Westfield in September. made to Greenbrook Manor Nursing the McCriskin Home For Funerals in made to the Scholarship Fund at the Friday, July 13, under the direction ous other companies before retiring South Plainfield. Interment will fol- Arrangements are being handled Home, 303 Rock Avenue, Green of the Anderson & Campbell Fu- First United Methodist Church in by the Gray Funeral Home, 318 East 12 years ago. low at Fairview Cemetery in Brook, 08812. neral Home in Whiting. He served in the New Jersey Na- Westfield. Sebring. Broad Street in Westfield. July 19, 2001 July 19, 2001 July 19, 2001 July 19, 2001 tional Guard, out of the Westfield Visitation will take place from 7 to National Guard Armory, for 12 years 9 p.m. today, Thursday, July 19, at and held the rank of Master Ser- the funeral home. geant. Memorial contributions may be Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. Mr. Abbott was also a member of made to the American Cancer Soci- Why should you plan the South Plainfield Benevolent Pro- ety. Caring & Courteous Service to the tective Order of Elks Lodge No. 2298, July 19, 2001 Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 your own funeral? Angelina Marinone, 94 MASTER Angelina Savoca Marinone, 94, of MEMORIALS Bridgewater died on Monday, July ® 16, at Harborside Health Care at Forethought funeral planning: Woods Edge in Bridgewater. Westfield 1171 E. Broad St. Born in Newark, she had lived in Forethought funeral • Relieves your family of emotional burden 556 Westfield Westfield, NJ Scotch Plains before relocating to planning is funded through • Expresses your own wishes in your plans Bridgewater 19 years ago. Avenue policies from Forethought 233-2350 Life Insurance Company • Protects funeral costs from inflation Mrs. Marinone had been a button 233-0255 maker for various companies in New- John L. Dooley • Makes it easier for those you love ark for 30 years before retiring in Manager 1979. Call for details today ... She was predeceased by her hus- while you’re thinking about it. band, Felice Marinone, in 1966. DESIGNER • BUILDERS OF FINE Surviving are two daughters, Nancy Chiappinelli of Bayville and
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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 19, 2001 Page 9 Concepts & Thought Park Middle School Holds Annual Awards Honor Rolls at Edison School Assembly for Eighth Grade Students SCOTCH PLAINS – On June 20, Salvatore Cerchio Johanna Rosenberg Michelle Regg Faye Xu Melissa Franks Jessica Roth Revealed by Principal O’Brien Park Middle School in Scotch Plains Kevin Chukuka Jessica Roth German: Alexandra Fredas Kyle Rzonca honored its eighth grade students at Abbegail Cohen Jennifer Roth Matthew Capodicasa David DeMair April Gano Anthony Saraceno WESTFIELD – Principal Cheryl David Dunn Steven Royston its annual Awards Assembly. Daniel Deegan Justin Rowinsky Abbegail Cohen Frederick Kovalyov Johanna Ghabour Aimee Schwartz O’Brien of Edison Intermediate School Matthew Early Kristen Ryan All A’s, All Subjects: David DeMair Jeremy Sanders Daniel Deegan Justin Rowinsky Sarah Graziano Stephanie Shomade in Westfield recently posted the names of Craig Ellis David Schaffer Michelle Regg Joanna Rosenberg Anthony DiBattista Anthony Saraceno Ryan Thompson Candice Grimes Emma Sparber Dawn Hillman Narissa Sullivan students placed on the Distinguished Laura Fernandez Eric Scrudato Jack Rollins Faye Xu Amy Drewes Laura Schwahl Italian: Denise Horn Nicole Tanguy Honor Roll and Honor Roll for the Fourth Harrison Fox Rachel Smith All A’s, Academic Subjects: Kelsey Foy Aimee Schwartz Tayler Cianciotta Maura Gillooly Alexandra Fredas Elizabeth Stamler Drew Howell Mai Trinh Marking Period of the academic year. Thomas Fringer Christina Sofka Matthew Capodicasa David DeMair Anthony DiBattista Stephanie Koleda Johanna Ghabour Kelly Syring Renee Jennings Kim Wergland DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Adam Gaskill Sarah St. Lifer Daniel Deegan Justin Rowinsky Rolanda Franklin Michael Paraboschi Joshua Gerckens Alyson Tieman Nicole Honeycutt Nicole Tanguy Michelle Kania Faye Xu FOR ALL 12 MARKING PERIODS Mingle Award: Elizabeth Stamler Jessica Knierim Laura Yi Kyle Gillyard Ryan Torcicollo Kate Iliacheva Ryan Thompson DURING GRADES 6-8 Rolanda Franklin Spanish: Stephanie Koleda Gina Ziegler Jeffrey Goldstein Alan Tso Michelle Kania Heather Vitollo Evan Bilheimer Giovanna Palatucci Ginny Mennuti Award: Kelsey Foy Jennifer Roth Bethany Zimmerman Talisah Harrison Lauren Weinstein Kevin Klehm Preston Williams Thomas DelDuca Rebecca Schulman Matthew Capodicasa Justin Rowinsky Stephanie Koleda Faye Xu Alexandra Fredas Jessica Roth Yearbook: Jessica Heo Julie Ann Zenarosa Leah DiMatteo Kristen Selert Dan O’Hara Award: Johanna Ghabour Anthony Saraceno Anthony Appezzato Stephen Mineo Eric Hewitt Samantha Zucker Math: Michael Fantini Monica Sull Julie Bartolomei Francesca Albano John Maloney Kate Iliacheva Laura Schwahl Mathew Blasi Jessica Moore Tara O’Donohue Lauren Winchester DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL VFW Writing Contest: Julie Bartolomei Sara McArdle Daniel Kaiserman Aimee Schwartz Stephen Carroll Heather Novarro Brian Oxman Lisa Zhang EIGHTH GRADE Alexandra Fredas Briana Berry Amy Mills Domenique Price Kelly Syring Jessica Cicalese Andrew Ortyl George Jackson Award: Alyssa Robak Heather Vitollo Tracy Esposito Kyle Rzonca DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Diana Arellano Suzanne Merkelson Matthew Capodicasa Jessica Moore David DeMair Jack Rollins Bethany Zimmerman Kelsey Foy Anthony Saraceno SIXTH GRADE Jeffrey Bayne Jared Messina Kevin Chukuka Michael Paraboschi Evan Bilheimer Taylor Mulvee Continental Math League: Abbegail Cohen Michelle Regg Instrumental Music: Aya Hasegawa Stephanie Sblendorio Claire Albanese Erin McCarthy Gene Chen Kathryn Mulvey Daniel Deegan Johanna Ghabour Daniel Deegan Jack Rollins Julie Bartolomei Alicia Lambros Nicole Honeycutt Nicole Tanguy Amy Altszuler Georgia Mierswa David DeMair Sean Mahoney David DeMair Joanna Rosenberg Briana Berry DaWoon Lee Kate Iliacheva Andrew Watson Derek Anderson Katherine Morgan Thomas Del Duca Sarah Myers Amanda Dickson Tara O’Donohue Alexandra Fredas Ryan Thompson Kelsey Foy Justin Rowinsky Byard Bridge Amir Lowe Michael Whitney Kaitlyn Anness Carolyn Mulvey Leah DiMatteo Annie Onishi Faye Xu Alexandra Fredas Jeremy Sanders Ashley Burrows Sara McArdle Student Council: Jillian Aronson Caitlin Murphy PTA Handbook: Johanna Ghabour Anthony Saraceno Scott Burrows Sean McNelis Terrance Charles Alyssa Robak Amy Behr Jeffrey Mysel Mark Doss Brian Oxman Elwell, Shaun Giovanna Palatucci Justin Bantz Maura Gillooly Laura Schwahl Matthew Capodicasa Amy Mills Jenner Cole Jeremy Sanders Matthew Bogen Ojus Patil David Hauptman Aimee Schwartz Stephen Carroll Jeffrey Monaco Marney Franklin Malcom Shell Katherine Fahrenthold Jeffrey Pazdro President’s Award for Academic Emily Bregman Justin Petrillo Nicole Honeycutt Kelly Syring Salvatore Cerchio Jessica Moore Dakim Gaines Emma Sparber Michael Fantini Rebecca Perch Excellence: Beth Budnick Nicolas Picard Dina Ibrahim Ryan Thompson Terrance Charles Chloe Newman Denise Horn Heather Vitollo Allison Feldman Sarah Perch Francesca Albano Frederick Kovalyov Meg Buttrick Tara Picaro Kevin Klehm Heather Vitollo Kevin Chukuka Michael Paraboschi Caroline L’Heureux Preston Williams Briana Berry Sean Mahoney Christina Chen Daniella Regencia Megan Fowler Matthew Perrelli Sean Mahoney Andrew Watson Jenner Cole Michelle Regg Algebra Club: Lauren Gelmetti Perry Sacks Robert Bethea Sara McArdle Kathryn Cronen Jessica Riegel Faye Xu Daniel Deegan Alyssa Robak Julie Bartolomei Stephen Mineo Deanna Goldner John Sawicki Mathew Blasi Amy Mills Jennifer Danielsson Daniel Shorrock Science: David DeMair Jack Rollins Mathew Blasi Chloe Newman Scott Burrows Stephen Mineo Kristen Dilzell Allison Simon Ashton Golembo Rebecca Schulman Julie Bartolomei Jessica Moore Anthony DiBattista Jennifer Roth Billy Braun Jason Parker James Hanas Kirsten Selert Matthew Capodicasa Jessica Moore Elizabeth Falzon Hope Skibitsky Robert Bethea Chanett Nickerson Christopher Doremus Jessica Roth Salvatore Cerchio Alyssa Robak Camille Hausheer Sasha Sharif Stephen Carroll Michael Paraboschi Rachael Feeney Jenna Skoller Mathew Blasi Michael Paraboschi Amy Drewes Justin Rowinsky Tony Curry Aimee Schwartz Salvatore Cerchio Ankit Patel Lauren Finestein Arielle Smelkinson Jeffrey Hogan Monica Sull Scott Burrows Michelle Regg Tracy Esposito Kyle Rzonca Sarah Graziano Patrick Sciazza Bryan Kahn Alec Wasserman Tayler Cianciotta Michelle Regg Kaitlin Fleck Caroline Steller Matthew Capodicasa Jack Rollins Alexandra Fredas Jeremy Sanders Drew Howell Daniel Spady John Kerr Elizabeth Werner Abbegail Cohen Jack Rollins Dakim Gaines Anthony Saraceno Lindsay Goldberg William Uhr Taylor Cianciotta Joanna Rosenberg John Maloney Gina Ziegler Daniel Deegan Joanna Rosenberg Kerry Gander Patrick Schiazza Marissa Goldner Jason Waks Colleen Kirk Lauren Winchester Abbegail Cohen Jennifer Roth Art: Rebecca Korn Lorena Zamarelli David DeMair Jennifer Roth Stanley Harris Marylee Shepeluk Kelly Ann Hausseguy Josh Wasserman Daniel Deegan Jessica Roth Francesca Albano Stephanie Koleda Lisa Zhang Anthony DiBattista Justin Rowinsky Nicole Honeycutt Daniel Spady Valerie Barattucci Amy Mills Jonathan Helfand Kathryn Werner David DeMair Justin Rowinsky Kelsey Foy Jeremy Sanders Danielle Honeycutt Jennifer Spiegel Briana Berry Jessica Moore Ilana Kaplan Ayn Wisler HONOR ROLL Kelsey Foy Jeremy Sanders Alexandra Fredas Anthony Saraceno Danielle Hoy Elizabeth Stamler Mathew Blasi Monique Morales Valerie Keil George Xing EIGHTH GRADE Alexandra Fredas Anthony Saraceno Johanna Ghabour Laura Schwahl Christopher Huether Kelly Syring Billy Braun Danielle Pietrucha James Kelly Tiffany Yang Amy Bernstein Philip Kim Joanna Ghabour Stephanie Sblendorio Nicole Honeycutt Elizabeth Stamler Lamont Hunt Ryan Thompson Jesse Bruch Michelle Regg Julia Korn Caroline Yost Rebecca Cass Matthew Kukis Christopher Gigiel Laura Schwahl Christopher Huether Nicole Tanguy Daniel Kaiserman Michael Whitney Tayler Cianciotta Jennifer Roth Neha Limaye Chloe Zeitounian Katie Cole-Kelly Steven Lynes Aya Hasegawa Jennifer Spiegel Kate Iliacheva Ryan Thompson Kevin Klehm Preston Williams Abbegail Cohen Stephanie Sblendorio Nathan Margolin Elizabeth Zoidis Ashley Current Elizabeth Mackay Christopher Huether Aimee Schwartz Jessica Knierim Derek Wood Daniel Kaiserman Heather Vitollo Jaclyn Costa Laura Schwahl Lindsay Degiralamo Christina Marcus Denise Horn Nicole Tanguy Stephanie Koleda Laura Yi HONOR ROLL Kevin Klehm Faye Xu Adam Cutrone Emma Sparber Carina Don John Marks Kevin Klehm Ryan Thompson Bethany Zimmermann SIXTH GRADE Perfect Attendance: Kelsey Foy Bradley Stanek Meaghan Egan Ashley Molson Sara McArdle Mai Trinh Chorus: Melissa Franks Nicole Tanguy Randi Ackerman Alyssa Lund Kevin Chukuka Jeffrey Monaco Jessie El Koury Lisa Novick Britney McCoy James Vincent Francesca Albano Caroline L’Heureux Aya Hasegawa Heather Vitollo Erica Ammermuller Lane Maloney David DeMair Arpan Patel Jamie Elbaum Adrienne O’Rourke Diana McDaniels Heather Vitolo Valerie Barattucci DaWoon Lee Nicole Honeycutt Andrew Watson Philip Anton Mary Anna McCabe Candice Grimes Stephanie Sblendorio Laura Gabriel Emily Ortuso Amy Mills Kimberlee Wergland Kimberly Barry Amy Maines Caroline L’Heureux Faye Xu John Attanasio Erin Moran Danielle Hoy Nicole Tanguy Joseph Geissler Brett Paulan Faye Xu Briana Berry James McNamara Laura Yi Victoria Attanasio Jessica Moran Daniel Kaiserman Preston Williams Paul Goldweitz Abigail Rosenstein Social Studies: Mallory Brockway Sean McNelis Photography: Brian Bayne Keith Moran Adam Zhao Michael Gorski Jessica Schor Julie Bartolomei Sara McArdle Aja Bundy Sara McArdle Anthony Appezzato Stephen Mineo Tristan Bellotti Stephanie Musat American Math Competition: Jeffrey Greenlaw Andrew Skoller Abbegail Cohen Michael Paraboschi Stephen Carroll Jessica Moore Newspaper: Gregory Blanton Natalie Narotzky David DeMair Jeremy Sanders William Hearon Gregory Speir Matthew Capodicasa Ankit Patel Ashley Cepparulo Monique Morales Michelle Regg Jack Rollins Joshua Bornstein Rachel Newberg Alexandra Fredas Ryan Thompson Jessica Cicalese Heather Novarro Christopher Hild Kayli Spialter David DeMair Michelle Regg Multicultural Club: Stephen Brouwer Kim O’Donnell-Pickert Johanna Ghabour Faye Xu Abbegail Cohen Alexandra Pauline Anthony Infantino Brian Stotter Kelsey Foy Jack Rollins Natica Gray Diana McDaniels Brian Checchio Kevin O’Rourke English: Heather Donaire Danielle Pietrucha Kevin Jean-Louis Allison Tiedrich Alexandra Fredas Joanna Rosenberg Dawn Hillman Brittney Highsmith Justin Chu Sean Palme Francesca Albano Sean Mahoney Tracy Esposito Michelle Regg Tiffany Irvin Daniel Jekelis David Torres Johanna Ghabour Justin Rowinsky Tracy Dalton Sarah Pecker Julie Bartolomei Sara McArdle Kelsey Foy Joanna Rosenberg Environmental Awareness: Kate Judd Justin Tullo Stephanie Koleda Faye Xu Amanda Diaz Joseph Penczak Briana Berry Michael Paraboschi Marnay Franklin Jennifer Roth Elizabeth Lescano Lauren Kelley John Velasco Information Technology: Nicole DiBenedetto Elena Pereira Jesse Bruch David Rappaport Matthew Capodicasa Jack Rollins Daniel Dickson Jarret Petrillo Edward Kerins Brittany Vella Scott Burrows Michelle Regg Valerie Kerr Jacqueline Weidman Daniel Deegan Joanna Rosenberg Kelly Dohm Brittany Pryor Matthew Capodicasa Alyssa Robak Michael Zahler Nicole Honeycutt Justin Rowinsky Casey El Koury Adric Quackenbush Stephen Carroll Jack Rollins* Kate Iliacheva Kelly Syring Felicia Erlich Shanna Quackenbush Joseph Knechtel Tristan Tinnes What’s up Downtown? Marisa Fortino Blair Rolnick Amy Maines Mai Trinh Marley Frankel Nathaniel Roquet Amy Mills Andrew Watson Kylie Fraser Arrend Santiago ~ downtown events! Danielle Petrucha Faye Xu Joshua Friedman Melanie Schor French: Jason Frost Laura Schwab Denise Horn Joanna Rosenberg Kelly Furlong Hui-Fang Shih Sean Mahoney Jeremy Sanders http://westfieldnj.ataclick.com Kelly Gelber Joseph Simone Michelle Regg Nicole Tanguy Jana Goldfarb Jesse Solomon Faye Xu Andrew Goldman Jack Sternal French Contest: Gregory Greifeld Laura Straus Celebrating 5 years on the web! Julie Bartolomei Joanna Rosenberg Alyson Guerriero Virginia Stroup Sean Hager Satya Tagat Ying He Cheryl Tarnofsky Timothy Hou Julie Tiedrich Maureen Hughes Douglas Townsend Christine Isabella Joseph Tressitt Gillian Kape Ted Vincett Melanie Kaufohold Robert Whitehead Meredith Kender Charles Woehr Edward Langer Cassandra Wright SPECIAL TEACHERS…St. Peter’s Prep Principal John R. Raslowsky congratu- Matthew Leonard Kyle Zeitounian lated Holy Trinity Interparochial School teachers Pat Pastore, Pat Byrne, Pat Joseph Linares Green, Theresa Ancharski, and St. Bartholomew Interparochial School teachers DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Mary Conroy and Mary Clare Levins. The teachers from Holy Trinity in Westfield SEVENTH GRADE and St. Bartholomew in Scotch Plains completed the second annual St. Peter’s Prep Middle School Teachers Institute, held in Jersey City last month. David Ackerman Ben Harel Katharine Anderson Alexander Hodara Kevin Block Benjamin Holt Kristy Britt Erik Jacobsen Nicholas Brownstone Alexander Kao Bryan Callahan Matthew Leong Jonathan Chananie Rachel Leopold Raymond Chen Kari Lobrutto Sarah Degel Rachael Louie Christine DeSerio Jessica Moskowitz Monica Doss Victor Nolasco Alissa Eisenberg Jillian Olsen Lindsay Elbaum Gianna Pafumi Allison Fleder Annie Peyton Kristen Fortino Jason Rea Lucy Fromtling Caitlin Reinert Sarah Gerber Thaddeus Walsh Sarah Godfrey David Weinstein Andrea Gordon Jacqueline Wendel Kaitlin Gorman Colin Willard Jessica Graham Jennifer Zhu HONOR ROLL SEVENTH GRADE Casey Ackermann Meaghan Higgins Alleia Alexander Jillian Hobson Kevin Anderson Kristopher Kagan Charles Barber Lindsay Kleiman Erin Beck Thomas Layton Jessica Bender Stephanie Lederman Lauren Bentivegna Hanna Lee Norite Bercovicz Andrew Lent Kurt Bieber Meng-Jie Li Maurice Blackmon Jessica Lipschutz Kyler Boyd Erin Mack George Braun Kaitlin McGovern Kirsta Burslem Chelsea Mendoza Michelle Catenacci John Meredith Andrew Chaves Kimberly Milan Janice Colbert Jessica Minsky Christina Collucci Lauren Mitchell Erin Cooper Adam Nassirpour Alexandra Cortese Daniel Noonan Samantha Coulson Steven Pazdro Arielle Dance Kara Petersen Patrick Daurio Christopher Pinheiro Rebecca DeFazio Jessica Porter Matthew DeSorbo Joseph Pregenzer Louis DeVita Alexandra Psyhojos Michael Diaz Kathryne Read Sarah Dobson Ameer Rogers Timothy Dohm Sara Rotella CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 19, 2001 Page 11 Check it out on the Web! www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS Sports Section - Pages 11-15 CUCCARO, KAMINS HIT TARGET; SCHOUTEN, LEMBO HR Hunter Strikes Four in Sixth; Bags Montrose Ave. Men, 6-5

By DAVID B. CORBIN Cuccaro followed by a two-run single Mike Lembo launched a solo blast in Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times by Steve Kamins gave the Hunters the fourth and pulled off a crafty RBI Patience finally paid off when the winning edge they needed. squeeze bunt single in the sixth. Big Hunter Avenue scored four runs in Cuccaro finished with two hits, Jack Sullivan singled twice and the bottom of the sixth inning to three RBI and a run scored while scored twice for Montrose. overcome a 5-2 deficit and silenced Kamins also had two hits, including The Hunters pulled off two double Montrose Avenue in the seventh to a double, two RBI and a run scored. plays. The first came in the second claim a 6-5 victory in Fanwood Old Teammate Paul Ewing ripped a on a text book, 5-4-3, route initiated Men’s Softball Association play at double and scored two runs. by third baseman Frank Marcazza to LaGrande Park in Fanwood on July Montrose’s Rob Schouten hammered second baseman Cuccaro to first 13. A two-run double by Frank a two-run home run in the sixth and baseman Dave Roth. The second came in the third and was more com-

plex. With first and second occupied, David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Cuccaro scooped a grounder, tossed FIRING TO FIRST BASE FOR THE OUT...St. Blaise third baseman Ben Lobrace scoops a grounder hit by Fran Celardo to shortstop Joe Penzak for a force at of the St. “James Gang” and fires to first in time for the out in the second inning. Discerning fans in the background second. Meanwhile Penzak caught critique his technique. the runner heading toward third in a rundown and eventually tagged him out as he scampered back toward HOELZEL HACKS GRAND SLAM, ESPOSITO GOES 4-4 second. Montrose had some defensive bright moments. In the third, Schouten chased down a hard shot St. James ‘Gang’ Breaks Out; off the bat of John Walsh in deep center. In the fourth, shortstop Dan Kennedy pursued a single by Cuccaro on the foul side of the left field line and gunned him down attempting to Douses St. Blaise’s Rally, 12-9 stretch his hit to a double. In the sixth, Gary Pancoast, standing in By DAVID B. CORBIN fire as 16 shots scorched the outfield. scored on Bamundo’s sacrifice fly to shallow center, gunned down Hunter Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Leading the blaze was John Esposito shallow right. The “James Gang” Spectacular plays and spectacular David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Kamins’ pinch runner at the plate. who had three singles and a double, scored twice in the third when Phil SCORING ALL THE WAY FROM SECOND...Hunter pinch runner Kyle The Hunters had difficulty sight- blunders defined the St. Bartholomew’s an RBI and two runs scored. Brian Vellucci scored on Hoelzel’s single Bilcher, No. 2, scores all the way from second on a sacrifice fly to deep right in ing home plate in the first three in- Oldtimers Men’s Softball League game Williams rapped three singles, scored and Joe Murano scored on Stratton’s the fifth inning. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 between the St. “James Gang” and St. a run and added an RBI. sacrifice fly to left. Blaise on July 12 at Forest Road Park Despite playing without his contacts, The majority of the St. Blaise blun- in Fanwood. Although both teams made St. Blaise left fielder Tom Straniero ders came in the fateful sixth inning spectacular fielding plays, the “James made seven fine catches – three which where a mental collapse befell the Westfield Blue 9s Roll Past Gang” took advantage of the Blaisers’ were remarkable. In the third, a relay infield. Five of their eight errors and spectacular blunders in the bottom of from Straniero to Williams at short a brain-dead hesitation mingled with the sixth, scoring 10 runs, then held off resulted in Williams gunning down seven hits to award the “Gang” with a final-inning rally to steal a 12-9 “Gang” leader Hoelzel attempting to 10 runs and a 12-2 lead. SP-F 9 Baseballers, 17-7 victory. slip into third. Additionally, an alert first However, the mental, burned out Sensing an opportunity for vic- baseman Phil Bamundo nailed “Gang- fuse in defense seemed to spark the tory, “Gang” leader Jim Hoelzel ster” Pete DeChristofaro attempting to offense in the top of the seventh as By DAVID B. CORBIN double in the second inning, bounced the third when Steve Kuchinski and hacked a grand slam homer in that stretch his way to third. seven Blaisers blazed across the plate. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times an RBI single in the fourth and scored Chris Freeman, who both walked, sixth inning to bring home what The “Gang”, however turned two Bamundo drew a leadoff walk, Mike Fine pitching in the first two in- two runs while Helfand drilled a scored. Ricky Shevlin had an RBI in proved to be the winning run. Hoelzel double plays, both initiated by pitcher Camfield’s single to right was mis- nings finally gave way to a series of two-run single, chopped an RBI the inning. Westfield captured a 7-3 also had an RBI single, a single and Howie Bialos. Grossmann, playing handled and Dom Valenzano’s base-on-balls and the Westfield Blue single and added another RBI with a lead in the bottom of the inning. scored two runs in the 13-hit attack. in right field, gunned down Williams grounder to short was flubbed. Frank nine-year-old baseball team capital- base-loaded walk. Binkiewicz Brett Johnson and Anderson singled Defensively, he made a fantastic snag sliding into second. Grossmann also Chupko walked, Karl Mende ized to defeat Scotch Plains-Fanwood whacked a double in the second and and Patrick Perrelli pounded an RBI in shallow right while performing a ended the game with a smooth, run- splashed an RBI single over second (SP-F), 17-7, at Donnelly Field in scored, then added a single in the single. Tim Werner singled, Becker backward roll. ning basket catch. and Straniero plunked a two-run Colonia on July 15. Robbie Ander- fifth. and Kevin Clancy had RBI walks, “Gang” henchman Rob Stratton Offense was bland for the first double onto the turf in center. Will- son, Tyler Becker and Zack Helfand Anderson and Binkiewicz, the David Fishman’s grounder brought banged out a double and a single, had five-and-one-half innings as the two iams, Esposito and Ben Lobrace fol- were the big offensive sluggers for starting pitchers, were superb in the home another run and Helfand poked an RBI and scored a run while team- teams were entangled in a 2-2 dead- lowed with RBI singles but Westfield and Gary Binkiewicz pro- first two innings, each yielding just a his two-run single. mates Art Hobble went 3-for-3 with lock. St. Blaise scored a run in the Grossmann’s snare in right finally vided some clout for SP-F. double and one run. Anderson re- SP-F responded with four runs in an RBI and “Krunching” Karl second when Esposito scored on doused the Blaise. Anderson tapped two singles, corded a strikeout while Binkiewicz the fourth. Rob Ingebretsen and Mike Grossmann cracked a two-run single. Bamundo’s grounder to second and St. Blaise 010 10 0 7 9 scored two runs, had an RBI and recorded four. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 The “Blaisers’” bats were also on another in the fourth when Esposito St. James 002 00(10) x 12 stole five bases. Becker crunched a SP-F took a 3-1 lead in the top of

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Antones Pub & Grill 17, Bottoms (3 hits), Jim Steiner, Norm Stumpf Up 10 and Ed Malko (2 hits each) provided Antones scored eight runs in the the offense for Creative. For last two innings led by a two-run HR. Giardino, Pete Ierino and Dean by Don Montefusco. White had two hits. Marion Jacobson Roofing 25, Creative Industries 22, Il Giardino Rehabco 16 Ristorante 6 Nilsen Detective Agency 13, Tony Ciavatta (3 hits, HR), Jim Comcast Cablevision 3 Steiner, Charles Brown (3 hits), Bill Bruce Bilotti, Ron Ivory, Jerry Ritchie, Dom Deo, Don Robertson, Barrett (3 hits) and Lenny Yenish, Ed Malko and Ralph DelVacchio (2 Bob DeBellis, Al Theresa (2 hits) led hits each) led Creative. Lionel Nilsen. For Comcast, Bob Canales, Genello (3 hits, triple), Jim Wickens, Frank D’Amato, Steve Ferro and Ron Stuart Esinger (2 hits) and Joe Lauer Virgilio had two hits. (3 RBI). David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times (As of July 13) SLIDING SAFELY INTO HOME...SP-F catcher John Maxwell awaits the Legg Mason 7, Antones Pub & 50+ DIVISION 1: throw as Westfield Blue’s Robbie Anderson slides safely into home. Grill 6 TEAM W L Bottoms Up 9, Nilsen Detective Antones Pub & Grill 14 4 Nilsen Detective Agency 12 5 Agency 8 Comcast Cablevision 11 5 Walt Serafyn homered for Bot- Legg Mason 10 7 Westfield Blue 9s Roll Past toms Up. Bottoms Up 8 9 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times The Office 22, Rehabco 16 50+ DIVISION 2: PUTTING ON THE TAG AT HOME...Montrose catcher Bill Swisher puts the TEAM W L tag on the Hunter runner in the bottom of the sixth inning. Jerry Halfpenny, Ken Dunbar, Tom Marion Jacobson Roofing 11 5 SP-F Baseballers, 17-7 McNulty (3 hits), Frank Caragmer Union Center Nat. Bank 8 9 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 (triple, HR), and Chip Weiss (HR) The Office 6 9 led the Office. Crest Refrigeration 2 14 Henkels both walked and Matt Westfield took advantage of nine Rehabco 1 16 Hunter Strikes Four in Sixth; Union Center National Bank 16, 60+ DIVISION: Greaney hacked an infield single. walks and added three hits to take a Marion Jacobson Roofing 14 After a failed pick off attempt at third 16-7 lead. Johnson smacked a three- TEAM W L resulted in a run, Brian Laspe walked run double, Anderson and Becker LA Law 21, Il Giardino Creative Industries 12 2 Bags Montrose Ave. Men, 6-5 Ristorante 0 Mangel Realtors 10 3 to load the bases then Freeman and had RBI singles, and Werner, Clancy, L.A. Law 6 6 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Mike Ridge added RBI walks. Jon Brucia and Kevin Hearon added Joe LaPlaca (3 hits, 2 doubles), Haven Savings Bank 4 10 With the score tied at seven, the RBI base-loaded walks. Dillon Rios Ron Zimmer (3 hits), Sam Il Giardino Ristorante 2 13 nings, but Montrose scored once in pulverized his solo blast to deep right. roof collapsed for SP-F when also scored a run. Englehardt, Bob Oxner, Lou This is the last week of the regular the top of the first when Sullivan Hunter Paul Ewing doubled to left After holding SP-F to just a single Vespasiano and Hank Latwiec (2 hits season. Make up games begin next singled, Schouten and Pancoast both then scored off Cuccaro’s single past PUBLIC NOTICE by Binkiewicz in the fifth, Westfield each) led the Law. week and then the Championship walked and Kennedy lifted an RBI third in the fourth. In the fifth, Kamins provided the final run when Helfand Creative Industries 10, Haven Sav- Playoffs the following week weather sacrifice fly to center. Montrose took ripped a double off the screen in left, SHERIFF’S SALE chopped an RBI single, scoring permitting. a 2-0 lead in the fourth when Lembo then his pinch runner, Kyle Bilcher, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, ings Bank 5 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Clancy. Dom Deo finished with four score- zoomed around third and scored on DOCKET NO. F-13691-00 Also competing for SP-F were less innings pitched. Phil Wein’s sacrifice fly to right. HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORA- pitchers Anthony Zukofsky and Jim Hitting took over in the sixth as TION III, PLAINTIFF vs. RANVIR S. Gibbons, full time catcher John Max- Mangel Realtors 21, LA Law 5 Montrose scored three runs to take a SAROYA; MONINDER SAROYA; HEC- well and third baseman Joe Bob Kraus (4 hits), Mick 5-2 lead. Sullivan singled and TOR AND CONCEPCION HERNANDEZ, McNicholas (3 hits, triple, HR), Al DEFENDANT. D’Annunzio, and outfielder Mike Schouten smacked his two-run homer CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Mason. Daddio, Dave Dempsey, Rich Conzo, over the left field screen. Pancoast DATED FEBRUARY 28, 2001 FOR SALE Chick Miller, Mike Denci and Tom singled, scooted to second on a wild OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. Sc. Plains-Fanwood 012 40 7 Dick had three hits each for Mangel. By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Westfield 016 91 17 pitch, tagged up and darted to third Creative Industries 20, Il Giardino on Kennedy’s fly ball to right and ecution to me directed I shall expose for PUBLIC NOTICE sale by public vendue, at the Union County Ristorante 4 scored on Lembo’s perfect squeeze Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 SHERIFF’S SALE Bob Canales (4 hits), Dom Deo, bunt. Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Don Robertson and Tony Ciavatta The Hunters loaded up with four sey on WEDNESDAY THE 25TH DAY OF CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, JULY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the DOCKET NO. F-19357-00 runs in their half of the inning to take afternoon of said day. All successful bid- MALONE MORTGAGE COMPANY, PUBLIC NOTICE the lead. Bilcher reached safely on ders must have 20% of their bid available in PLAINTIFF vs. RAFAEL MEDINA, ET SHERIFF’S SALE an error, Paul Ewing walked and cash or certified check at the conclusion of AL, DEFENDANT. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Cuccaro drilled his two-run double. the sales. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED DATED APRIL 30, 2001 FOR SALE OF Kamins followed with his two-run DOCKET NO. F-8442-00 TWENTY THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED MORTGAGED PREMISES. single and Wein whacked a single to BANKERS TRUST, AS TRUSTEE, TWENTY EIGHT & 73/100 ($120,528.73). By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- PLAINTIFF vs. ANTONIO PELAYTAY, ET center. Kamins’ pinch runner headed All that certain tract of land, including any ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale AL, DEFENDANT. home but was tagged out by catcher improvements, lying and being in Union by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, County, New Jersey being commonly known ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Bill Swisher. DATED MAY 01, 2001 FOR SALE OF as 417 Franklin Street, Elizabeth, New Jer- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- The Hunters upped their record to MORTGAGED PREMISES. MAJOR LEAGUE CHAMPIONS...The Dodgers recently became the Westfield sey 07206 and described as Lot No. 411, sey on WEDNESDAY THE 8TH DAY OF By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Baseball Association 12-Year-Old Major League Champions. Pictured, left to 9-2 when they retired all three Block No. 3, of the Tax Map of City Of AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Montrose batters in the seventh. Elizabeth, being more particularly described afternoon of said day. All successful bid- right, are: front row; Ross Abramowitz, Dean Kowalski, Danny Strauss, Julian by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- as follows: ders must have 20% of their bid available in Harris, Josh Bornstein, Pike Brynildsen and Michael Henry; middle row, Eric Montrose slipped to 7-6. ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 BEGINNING at a point on the Northeast- cash or certified check at the conclusion of Hoens, Patrick Stanley, Zachary Deegan, Harrison Mercado and Aidan Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Montrose 100 103 0 5 erly side of Franklin Street thereon distant the sales. Grandstrand; back row, Steve Kowalski, Tom Hoens, Ron Abramowitz, Norwood sey on WEDNESDAY THE 8TH DAY OF Hunter 000 114 x 6 200.00 feet Northwesterly from the inter- The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the Harris and Jack Deegan. section of the said Northeasterly line of DRED THIRTY ONE THOUSAND SIX- afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Franklin Street and the Northwesterly side HUNDRED TWO & 04/100 ($231,602.04). ders must have 20% of their bid available in Westfield Legion Tops of Fourth Street; thence running DOCKET NO.: F-19357-00 PUBLIC NOTICE cash or certified check at the conclusion of 1. Along the Northeasterly side of MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth POSTERS the sales. SHERIFF’S SALE Franklin Street, North 35 degrees 40 min- COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW The Westfield Leader and The Times Berkeley Heights The judgment amount is ONE-HUN- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, utes West 25.00 feet to a point; thence JERSEY. DRED FIFTY EIGHT THOUSAND FOUR- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, have the capabilities of making large The Westfield American Legion 2. North 54 degrees 20 minutes East STREET AND STREET NO: 594-96 HUNDRED SEVENTY TWO & 71/100 DOCKET NO. F-4290-99 color posters (24x18 and smaller) of baseball team elevated its record to 100.00 feet to a point; thence running Jefferson Avenue ($158,472.71). IRWIN MORTGAGE CORPORA- sports photos or any photos you may 3. South 35 degrees 40 minutes East TAX BLOCK AND LOT NOS.: 18-2 by leveling Berkeley Heights, DOCKET NO.: F-8442-00 TION, PLAINTIFF vs. DANIEL E. wish to be reproduced. Prices are 25.00 feet to a point in the northeasterly line BLOCK NO.: 12 LOT NO.: 394 13-2, in Berkeley Heights on July 16. MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth PAULINO, DEFENDANT. of Decker Avenue; thence DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 140 feet x 55 feet reasonable. Call David Corbin at COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Westfield pitcher Sean Garrison 4. South 54 degrees 20 minutes NEAREST CROSS STREET: Corner of (908) 232-4407 or e-mail Dave for JERSEY. DATED APRIL 10, 2001 FOR SALE OF fanned five, walked none and yielded West 100.00 feet to the point and place Jefferson Avenue and Fairmount Avenue. information at [email protected]. STREET AND STREET NO: 49 Dehart MORTGAGED PREMISES. of BEGINNING. SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE just four hits en route to his third Place By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of victory. TAX BLOCK AND LOT NOS.: tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY EIGHT THOU- TWO-HUNDRED FORTY TWO THOU- PUBLIC NOTICE BLOCK NO.: 6 LOT NO.: 248 public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- Westfield was solidly in charge, SAND TWO-HUNDRED FIFTY ONE & SAND THREE-HUNDRED NINETY ONE DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 100 feet x 30 feet tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown SHERIFF’S SALE finishing with 15 hits, and blew the 83/100 ($128,251.83) together with lawful & 45/100 ($242,391.45) together with lawful NEAREST CROSS STREET: 110 feet Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, interest and costs. interest and costs. game wide open with five runs in the from Murray Street. WEDNESDAY THE 25TH DAY OF JULY CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in fifth inning. Shortstop Brett Picaro SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of DOCKET NO. F-4451-00 the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is due approximately the sum of said day. All successful bidders must have UNITED COMPANIES LENDING COR- ripped two singles, a triple and had The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY SIX THOUSAND 20% of their bid available in cash or certified PORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. SANTO two RBI and teammate Manny Gausp this sale. this sale. ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY FIVE & 84/100 check at the conclusion of the sales. NARDI, ET AL., DEFENDANT. RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH poked two singles, a double and ($166,125.84) together with lawful interest The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, SHERIFF SHERIFF knocked in three runs. John Leonardis and costs. FIFTY FOUR THOUSAND FOUR & 39/100 DATED APRIL 06, 2001 FOR SALE OF MC CABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR. There is a full legal description on file in ($154,004.39). MORTGAGED PREMISES. drilled a double. P.C. - LAW OFFICES CHARTERED the Union County Sheriff’s Office. All that certain tract, lot and parcel of By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Defensively, both teams Suite 600 737 Stokes Road The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn land lying and being in the City of Eliza- ecution to me directed I shall expose for 216 Haddon Avenue PO Box 1088 struggled as Westfield had five this sale. beth, County of Union and State of New sale by public vendue, at the Union County Westmont, New Jersey 08108 Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 miscues and Berkeley Heights com- RALPH FROEHLICH Jersey, and being more particularly de- Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 CH-755960 (WL) CH-755989 (WL) SHERIFF scribed as follows: Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- mitted three errors. Reliever Jon 4 T - 6/28, 7/5, 7/12 4 T - 7/12, 7/19, 7/26 WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR. Beginning at a point in the northeasterly sey on WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF Regenye picked up the loss. An- & 7/19/01 Fee: $230.52 & 8/2/01 Fee: $185.64 CHARTERED line of Decker Avenue, distant therein 132.00 AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the drew Gropper tripled for Berkeley PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 737 Stokes Road feet southeasterly from the southeasterly afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Heights and Regenye doubled. Ber- PO Box 1088 line of North Avenue and running thence: ders must have 20% of their bid available in keley Heights slid to 6-14. SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 1) North 30 degrees 30 minutes East, cash or certified check at the conclusion of SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CH-755992 (WL) 100.00 feet to a point; thence the sales. Westfield 302 053 13 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, 4 T - 7/12, 7/19, 7/26 2) South 59 degrees 30 minutes East, The judgment amount is THREE-HUN- Berkeley Heights 100 001 2 DOCKET NO. F-18267-99 DOCKET NO. F-8489-98 & 8/2/01 Fee: $187.68 50.00 feet to a point; thence DRED THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE COM- 3) South 30 degrees 30 minutes West, FORTY FIVE & 97/100 ($300,545.97). PUBLIC NOTICE INC., PLAINTIFF vs. MARIA J. AVILA, ET PANY, PLAINTIFF vs. GEORGE EVANS PUBLIC NOTICE 100.00 feet to a point in the northeasterly DOCKET NO.: F-4451-00 ALS, DEFENDANT. AND MRS. GEORGE EVANS, HIS WIFE; line of Decker Avenue; thence MUNICIPALITY: Westfield SHERIFF’S SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, ARLENE PAPPAS ET ALS, DEFENDANT. SHERIFF’S SALE 4) Along the same, North 59 degrees 30 COUNTY: Union STATE OF NEW JERSEY. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DATED DECEMBER 05, 2000 FOR SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, minutes West, 50.00 feet to the point and STREET AND STREET NO: 1080 Pros- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED AUGUST 08, 2000 FOR SALE OF CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, place of beginning. pect Street DOCKET NO. F-20539-00 By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- MORTGAGED PREMISES. DOCKET NO. F-5701-00 The above description being in accor- TAX BLOCK AND LOT NOS.: EQUITY ONE, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- IMC MORTGAGE COMPANY, PLAIN- dance with a survey prepared by Dominick BLOCK NO.: 306 LOT NO.: 86 SAMUEL D. LOFTON, SARAH E. by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale TIFF vs. CLAUDE JACKSON, ET ALS, J. Venditto, dated April 13, 1998. DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 189.76 feet x LOFTON, AND TMS MORTGAGE INC. ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- DEFENDANT. INFORMATIONAL NOTE: Being 110 feet DBA THE MONEY STORE, DEFENDANT. Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, also known as Lot No. 274 in Block NEAREST CROSS STREET: 228.36 CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, sey on WEDNESDAY THE 8TH DAY OF Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- DATED JANUARY 11, 2001 FOR SALE No. 13, as shown on the Tax Map of feet from Hamilton Street. DATED APRIL 17, 2001 FOR SALE OF AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the sey on WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. the City of Elizabeth. SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE MORTGAGED PREMISES. afternoon of said day. All successful bid- AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- ders must have 20% of their bid available in afternoon of said day. All successful bid- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale ONE-HUNDRED EIGHTY THOUSAND THREE-HUNDRED FIFTEEN THOU- ecution to me directed I shall expose for cash or certified check at the conclusion of ders must have 20% of their bid available in by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- NINE-HUNDRED FIFTY EIGHT & 55/100 SAND FOUR-HUNDRED FORTY SIX & sale by public vendue, at the Union County the sales. cash or certified check at the conclusion of ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 ($180,958.55) together with lawful interest 38/100 ($315,446.38) together with lawful Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED the sales. Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- and costs. interest and costs. Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- THIRTY SEVEN THOUSAND THREE- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED sey on WEDNESDAY THE 8TH DAY OF There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in sey on WEDNESDAY THE 25TH DAY OF HUNDRED EIGHTY NINE & 63/100 TWENTY THREE THOUSAND SEVEN- AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. JULY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the ($137,389.63). HUNDRED TWENTY THREE & 40/100 afternoon of said day. All successful bid- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn afternoon of said day. All successful bid- All that certain land and premises situated ($123,723.40). ders must have 20% of their bid available in this sale. this sale. ders must have 20% of their bid available in in the City of Elizabeth, County of Union, The property to be sold is located in the cash or certified check at the conclusion of RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH cash or certified check at the conclusion of State of New Jersey, being more particularly TOWN of WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY the sales. SHERIFF SHERIFF the sales. described as follows: 07090, County of UNION and State of The judgment amount is NINETY EIGHT FARR BURKE GAMBACORTA & WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR. The judgment amount is SEVENTY FIVE Lot No.: 1874; Block No.: 11 on the Tax New Jersey. THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED FIFTY WRIGHT, ATTORNEYS AT LAW CHARTERED THOUSAND THREE-HUNDRED FIFTY Map of the City of Elizabeth Commonly known as: 329 LIVINGSTON NINE & 29/100 ($98,559.29). 211 Benigno Boulevard, Suite 201 737 Stokes Road TWO & 51/100 ($75,352.51). Nearest Cross Street: North Avenue STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY REAL ESTATE TAX DISCLOSURE PO Box 788 PO Box 1088 The property to be sold is located in the Approximate Dimensions: 230.00 feet 07090. There is a tax lien in the estimated sum of Bellmawr, New Jersey 08099-0788 Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State x 70.00 feet x 230.00 feet x 70.00 feet Tax Lot No. 13 f/k/a 12.B in Block No. $14,776.86 as of January 30, 2001. Plain- CH-755954 (WL) CH-755979 (WL) of New Jersey, also known as 1016 Anna Being more commonly known as: 4003 f/k/a 507 tiff advises that the municipal tax office 4 T - 6/28, 7/5, 7/12 4 T - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19 Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey. 634-8 Westminster Avenue Dimension of Lot: approximately irregular should be contacted to obtain any addi- & 7/19/01 Fee: $226.44 & 7/26/01 Fee: $185.64 BEING Lot No. 149, Block No. 8 on the Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208 94.12 feet wide by 130 feet long tional tax amounts that may be due. City of Elizabeth Tax Map. Pursuant to a municipal tax search Nearest Cross Street: Ripley Place CONCISE DESCRIPTION PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Dimensions: (Approximately) 28 feet by dated 1/25/01 Situate at a point on the northwesterly 1. Municipality: City of Elizabeth; 115 feet. SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION Subject to: Taxes for 2000 $1,357.28 sideline of Livingston Street distance ap- 2. Tax Lot No. 638, Block No. 3; Nearest Cross Street: located approxi- UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY open & penalty, 1st quarter 2001 the proximately 391 feet northeasterly from its 3. Property Street Address: 532 Living- mately 375 feet from the intersection of amount to be determined due 2/1/01, intersection with the northeasterly sideline ston Street; ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Anna Street and Catherine Street. 2nd quarter the amount to be deter- of Ripley Place. 4. Dimensions: 25 feet X 100 feet; There is due approximately the sum of NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed proposals will be received by the Scotch Plains/ mined, due 5/1/01. There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of SEVENTY EIGHT THOUSAND EIGHT- Fanwood Board of Education, Union County, New Jersey, for Lease Purchase Financing. There is due approximately the sum of ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY TWO THOU- ONE-HUNDRED SIX THOUSAND ONE- HUNDRED NINETY THREE & 55/100 Bid opening will be held on Wednesday, August 8, 2001, at 2:00 pm, at the offices of the ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND SAND SIX-HUNDRED EIGHTY & 87/100 HUNDRED TWENTY FOUR & 60/100 ($78,893.55) together with lawful interest Scotch Plains/Fanwood Board of Education (Union County) Evergreen Avenue and Cedar FOUR-HUNDRED FORTY ONE & 04/100 ($152,680.87) together with lawful interest ($106,124.60) together with lawful interest and costs. Street, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076. ($150,441.04) together with lawful interest and costs. and costs. There is a full legal description on file in Bidders are required to comply with all requirements of the New Jersey Statutes and with and costs. There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. all other Federal Laws not specified herein. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Bid Specifications can be obtained by contacting the Scotch Plains/Fanwood Board of the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. Education’s financial advisor, The Apris Group, Ltd., (973) 656-1500. Bids must be made The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH on the proposal form and in the manner designated in the bid specifications. No bid may be this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF withdrawn for a period ending thirty (30) days after the bid opening. RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF SHERIFF DILWORTH PAXSON LLP - The Scotch Plains/Fanwood Board of Education reserves the right to reject any and all bids SHERIFF FEIN SUCH KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. SALVATORE L. BORRELLI, P.C., LAW OFFICES or to waive any informalities in the bidding if it is in their best interest to do so. HILL WALLACK, ATTORNEYS AT LAW Suite 201 COUNSELLOR AT LAW Liberty View - Suite 700 BY ORDER OF 202 Carnegie Center 7 Century Drive 986 McBride Avenue PO Box 2570 ANTHONY DEL SORDI, Princeton, New Jersey 08543-5226 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 West Paterson, New Jersey 07424 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 CH-755984 (WL) CH-754476 (WL) CH-755993 (WL) SCHOOL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR/BOARD SECRETARY CH-755966 (WL) 4 T - 7/12, 7/19, 7/26 4 T - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19 4 T - 7/12, 7/19, 7/26, SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD BOARD OF EDUCATION 4 T - 6/28, 7/5, 7/12 & 8/2/01 Fee: $204.00 & 7/26/01 Fee: $204.00 & 8/2/01 Fee: $181.56 1 T – 7/19/01, The Times Fee: $40.80 & 7/19/01 Fee: $185.64 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 19, 2001 Page 13 Themis Softballers Hush WNEW ‘Sports Guys’

By DAVID B. CORBIN score at five. The runner on first Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times rounded second on the sacrifice fly Themis Inc. of Westfield and “The and headed to third. The throw from Sports Guys” from WNEW FM Ra- right field skid past the third baseman dio in New York, squared off in a and allowed the runner to score. charity softball game at Brookside After Figalora added another slick Park in Scotch Plains on July 14. fielding play, he proved that he was Although somewhat surprised by the not infallible by overthrowing first in talent of the WNEW team, the Themis the top of the seventh. Next, the men of the Scotch Plains Softball WNEW “Sports Guys” added a single League managed to win both sides of and an RBI double to tie the score. a double header, 8-7, and 7-6, re- WNEW took the lead with an RBI spectively. sacrifice fly. In game 1, the scoreless first in- Heroics were needed and they came ning was highlighted by Themis cen- for Themis in the seventh. A leadoff ter fielder Aldo Pigna’s brilliant catch, single slipped by the center fielder David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times then WNEW’s DJ “Black Ed” and the runner pulled up at third. Jeff RIPPING A LINER TO SHORT...WNEW leadoff batter Chris Oliviero rips a thumped a triple to remote right- Luongo followed with an RBI single liner to short as Themis catcher Mike Trento and umpire Ed Zazzali observe center field and scored on a sacrifice to center and Rob Power battered a with intensity. fly in the second inning. Themis David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times double to position runners on second SNEAKING SAFELY INTO THIRD...St. Blaise base runner Mike Camfield seized a 3-1 lead in the bottom of the and third with no outs. Pigna was sneaks safely into third as “James Gang” third baseman Art Hobble covers. The inning on a series of WNEW throw- intentionally walked then Figalora “James Gang” broke out with a 10-run sixth inning and held on to douse St. Jade Isle Softballers Maroon Blaise, 12-9. Neighborhood Painters, 10-7 St. Bart’s Oldtimers Men’s CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Zippler singled to left and Colbert both followed with RBI singles. Softball League Results: crunched his two-run triple to deep Victory breezes transported seven left. Matt Hoynowski and DiGiavanni Jade Isle balls safely into the outfield in the sixth which resulted in seven (As of July 13) had three RBI. Stan Lesniewski col- Scotch Plains Softball runs. Mark Zyla led off with a single ANGELS DIVISION: lected three hits. Emmett O’Hara past third and Kotchko followed with TEAM W L had two RBI. For St. Joe, Pete League Standings: a single to right. Bilcher reached on St. Jude 9 4 St. Joseph 8 6 Chemidlin cracked three hits and A DIVISION: a force play, Tom Straniero poked an St. Paul 7 7 had three RBI. Frank Pepe and Dino TEAM W L T RBI single to left and Hickman nar- St. James 6 8 Talcott had three hits. Checchio Chiropractic 17 3 0 rowed the Painters’ lead to 7-6 with St. Blaise 5 7 The Stanley Cup 12 5 1 an RBI single past short. St. Patrick 5, St. Michael 3 Pep Again 11 7 1 SAINTS DIVISION: Ferrara’s Auto Center 10 8 0 With the bases loaded, DiDonato TEAM W L Kelly Larson had three hits and an RBI. Mike Michalisin and John Jade Isle 7 10 2 strutted to the plate and thumped his St. Patrick 11 3 Themis 8 12 0 three-run triple to remote center. St. Thomas 9 5 DeVito earned a hit apiece. For St D&L Locksmith 5 15 0 St. Louis 8 6 Mastroianni lofted an RBI sacrifice Mike, Steve Polak and Joe Metzger David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Neighborhood Painting 5 15 0 St. Michael 3 10 earned a pair of hits. fly to right, then Woodring ripped a St. Anne 3 10 MIXING WITH THE “SPORTS GUYS”...Themis executives mix with the B DIVISION: shot to deep left. He feigned slowing For more information about the St. WNEW “Sports Guys” prior to the benefit double header at Brookside Park in TEAM W L T down as he approached third. As the St. Thomas 9, St. Michael 1 Scotch Plains. Chico’s Bail Bonds 14 2 0 Ed Marchelitis led all hitters with Bart’s League please visit http:// Theresa’s Mojave Grill 13 4 0 relay came into short, Woodring home.att.net/~stbartsotsb/, created ing errors. became the offensive hero by ripping Cellular Signal Plus 13 4 0 turned on the burners and headed three hits and three RBI. Bob Elmi The WNEW “Sports Guys” re- had a pair of hits and an RBI. Gary and updated by Karl Mende. an RBI single to left, scoring the Fridays 10 7 0 home for the 10th run. turned the favor in the third, scoring winning run. Misfits 3 13 1 Cardinale scored twice. For St. Mike, Panther Paintball/PO 3 13 0 Neighborhood 210 400 000 7 two runs via throwing errors then Donations from the game were Jade Isle 210 007 00x 10 Joe Shea, Joe Cocuzza and Tony St. Bart’s Softball added a bases-loaded single and a Homestead 2 15 1 Giannaci had a pair of hits. given to Books for a Better World, a sacrifice fly to take a 5-3 lead. Themis charitable organization helping to St. James 7, St. Paul 6 League Leaders: scuffed the plate once in the third improve literacy levels in developing The James Gang held off a last then held WNEW scoreless in the third-world countries. Books for a inning charge. Howard Bialos and (As of July 6) BATTING LEADERS: fourth thanks to two major league Better World creates libraries and pro- Pete Glock had a pair of RBI. Rob NAME TEAM AVG. plays from shortstop Paul Figalora. vides scholarships, sponsorships, and Stratton and Fran Celardo had a pair Tom Ulichny St. Jude .794 First, he made a backhand snag deep a Reader’s Club for underprivileged of hits. For St. Paul, Glen Walz, Paul Steve Ferro St. Jude .743 in the hole, reeled and fired to first in children from third-world countries. Nadolny and Marty Marks collected Ken Larson St. Patrick .700 time to get the runner. Next, Figalora Themis, Inc., located at 625 Cen- three hits. TEAM BATTING LEADERS: made a leaping grab to record the tral Avenue, is a recognized leader in NAME AVG. third out. mainframe computer training for St. Patrick 14, St. Louis 10 St. Louis .522 Tony Perconte, Bill Zechman, St. Patrick .497 Figalora proved that his brilliance Fortune 100, 500 and 1000 compa- Gerry Riepe and Pat Luongo had St. Jude .495 was not just a flash in the pan by nies nationwide. WNEW Radio is three hits and drove in over half of St. St. Joseph .489 adding another superb fielding play the broadcast venue for popular on- Pat’s runs. For St. Louis, Al Betau St. James .465 in the fifth. air personalities such as “The Sports and Tony Dziedzic had three hits. RBI LEADERS: The Themis “Thunder Sticks” came Guys” and Opie and Anthony. NAME AMT. Betau homered and had four RBI. to life in the sixth. The first two batters GAME 1: Matt Fugett 23 singled, then with runners on first and St. Thomas 12, St. Anne 9 Lee DiDonato 21 WNEW 014 000 2 7 Tom Straniero 18 third, an RBI sacrifice fly tied the Themis 031 002 2 8 The Toms held off a last inning Kevin Woodring 17 charge. Keith Gibbons had five RBI. Malcolm Boone 16 Steve Pietrucha Ed Marchelitis and Kevin Lonergan 16 Scotch Hills Women JCC Men’s Softball Billy Mirto had three hits. Kevin HOME RUN LEADERS: Lonergan whacked a two-run homer. NAME AMT. Tell Golf Results League Results: For St. Anne, Tom McGall and Tom Karl Grossmann 3 A spokeswoman for the Scotch Hills Kucin had three hits. Tony Williams Pat Nigro 3 Women’s Golf Association of Scotch JULY 15: had three RBI. Dave Rothenberg 3 Plains announced the winning team of Red Thunder 17, Club 40 12 David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Tom Straniero 3 LOOPING A SINGLE TO LEFT...Jim Sarni of Neighborhood Painters loops a Kevin Woodring 3 the “Grandmother” tournament held on Clockwork Orange 19, Mermaids 14 St. James 12, St. Blaise 9 July 10. single to left field in the third inning against Jade Isle. The James Gang exploded with 10 DOUBLES LEADERS: FLIGHT A Outsiders 13, Temple Emanu-El 10 runs in the sixth and yielded seven to NAME AMT. Low gross: Mary Shea and Carol Joe Shea 8 New Team 14, CBI-1 4 PUBLIC NOTICE St. Blaise in the top of the seventh. Lee DiDonato 6 Nichols 44 See it all on the Web! Jim Hoelzel had three hits, including First low net: Shea 27 CBI-2 17, Marauders 10 BOROUGH OF FANWOOD Matt Fugett 5 NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF a grand slam, and five RBI. Joe Marty Marks 5 Second low net: Joyce DiGeorgia 31 EASTERN DIVISION: www.goleader.com Third low net: Margaret Hickey, Nichols ORDINANCE 01-14-R Murano and Phil Vellucci each had Harry Semple 5 TEAM W L AND PUBLIC HEARING Rob Stratton 5 and Lisa Sanguiliano 32 CBI-2 6 1 two hits. For St. Blaise, John Esposito PUBLIC NOTICE An ordinance was introduced by the Mayor FLIGHT B Marauders 4 3 and Council of the Borough of Fanwood on had four hits and Brian Williams had PITCHING WINS: Red Thunder 4 3 NAME TEAM AMT. Low gross: Nancy Phares and Martha NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT July 12, 2001. Copies of this ordinance can three. Dom Valenzano had two hits McCaskie 47 New Team 4 3 be obtained without cost at the Fanwood Joe Matuska Jude 9 Club 40 2 5 FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY and two RBI. See exclusive story. Tony Blasi Patrick 9 First low net: Peggy Boss 28 THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, Pete Vanderheyden Joe 8 Second low net: Phares and McCaskie WESTERN DIVISION: CONTRACTOR: Killam Associates, 27 Fanwood, New Jersey between the hours of St. Paul 10, St. Joseph 7 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Rory Ruhl ripped three hits and Keith Gibbons Thomas 5 29 TEAM W L Bleeker Street, P.O. Box 1008, Millburn, FLIGHT C Outsiders 6 1 New Jersey 07041-1008 The purpose of this ordinance AMEND- PITCHING LEAST WALKS: Mermaids 4 3 NATURE OF SERVICE: Amended con- ING CHAPTER 93, OF THE CODE OF NAME AMT IP. Low gross: Dot Rastelli 51 THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD RELAT- First low net: Rastelli 27 Clockwork Orange 4 3 tract — authorizing them to apply for a grant www.goleader.com Blasi 4 86 Temple Emanu-El 1 6 from The Hazardous Discharge Site Fund ING TO LAND USE. This ordinance ad- Nick Barattucci 4 70 Second low net: Betty Fitterer 28 CBI-1 0 7 to obtain funding for the assessment and dresses the maximum building coverage Frank Chupko 7 70 Third low net: Rita Tierney 32 investigation and/or remediation of Kramer and the minimum open space ratio in the CC Low putts: Boss, Rastelli and PUBLIC NOTICE Manor Park. CC2 Zones. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE DURATION: As needed. A public hearing on this ordinance will be Sanguiliano 15 SHERIFF’S SALE AMOUNT: Not to exceed $7,500. held on August 9, 2001 at 8:00 p.m. SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE Chip-ins: Rastelli – hole 2 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, THE RESOLUTION AND CONTRACT Eleanor McGovern SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, FOR SAME ARE ON FILE IN THE OF- Borough Clerk CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, PUBLIC NOTICE DOCKET NO. F-18051-98 FICE OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK. 1 T – 7/19/01, The Times Fee: $20.91 DOCKET NO. F-18875-00 DOCKET NO. F-356-01 THE PRUDENTIAL HOME MORT- BARBARA RIEPE CHASE MORTGAGE SERVICES, NORWEST BANK MINNESOTA, N.A., SHERIFF’S SALE GAGE COMPANY, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. TOWNSHIP CLERK INC., PLAINTIFF vs. MARIA EMILIA AS TRUSTEE, PLAINTIFF vs. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, GAIL A. NOLAN AKA GAIL NOLAN 1 T – 7/19/01, The Times Fee: $18.36 RODRIGUES, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS MOHSSEN AMJADI A/K/A MOHSSEN CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CABRERA AND MIGUEL CABRERA, ET EXECUTRIX, DEFENDANT. AMJADY, DEFENDANT. DOCKET NO. F-6396-00 ALS, DEFENDANT. PUBLIC NOTICE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CHASE MANHATTAN MORTGAGE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DATED APRIL 25, 2001 FOR SALE OF DATED MAY 03, 2001 FOR SALE OF CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. CESAR DATED APRIL 04, 2001 FOR SALE OF TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS MORTGAGED PREMISES. MORTGAGED PREMISES. E. VICIOSO, DEFENDANT. MORTGAGED PREMISES. NOTICE IS hereby given that at a special By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- meeting of the Township Council of the ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale DATED MAY 04, 2001 FOR SALE OF ecution to me directed I shall expose for Township of Scotch Plains, held on Tues- by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- MORTGAGED PREMISES. sale by public vendue, at the Union County day, July 10, 2001 the following ordinance ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 entitled: Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF sey on WEDNESDAY THE 15TH DAY OF by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 25TH DAY OF AN ORDINANCE CREATING A AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 JULY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the LENGTH OF SERVICE AWARDS afternoon of said day. All successful bid- afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- afternoon of said day. All successful bid- PROGRAM FOR THE FIRE DE- ders must have 20% of their bid available in ders must have 20% of their bid available in sey on WEDNESDAY THE 15TH DAY OF ders must have 20% of their bid available in PARTMENT AND RESCUE SQUAD cash or certified check at the conclusion of cash or certified check at the conclusion of AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the cash or certified check at the conclusion of AND PROVIDING FOR SAID PRO- the sales. the sales. afternoon of said day. All successful bid- the sales. GRAM TO BE PLACED ON THE The judgment amount is EIGHTY NINE The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- ders must have 20% of their bid available in The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- BALLOT AT THE NEXT GENERAL THOUSAND ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY DRED THIRTY THREE THOUSAND cash or certified check at the conclusion of DRED TWENTY SIX THOUSAND ONE- ELECTION FOR APPROVAL BY SIX & 90/100 ($89,136.90). ONE-HUNDRED EIGHTY SIX & 59/100 the sales. HUNDRED FORTY NINE & 97/100 THE VOTERS The property to be sold is located in the ($233,186.59). The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED ($226,149.97). was duly passed on second and final reading. CITY OF ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY DOCKET NO.: F-356-01 TWENTY THREE THOUSAND ONE- The property to be sold is located in the TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS 07208, County of UNION and State of MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth HUNDRED FIFTY FOUR & 24/100 CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY Barbara Riepe New Jersey. COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW ($123,154.24). 07208-1606, County of UNION and State Township Clerk Commonly known as 668 NORTH JERSEY. Property to be sold is located in the City of New Jersey. 1 T – 7/19/01, The Times Fee: $18.36 BROAD STREET NO. B22, CITY OF STREET AND STREET NO: 10 Pershing of Elizabeth, County of Union and State Commonly known as: 201-207 STILES ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07208. Avenue of New Jersey STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY Tax Lot No. 1081 in Block No. 11 TAX BLOCK AND LOT NOS.: Premises commonly known as 333 Mag- 07208-1606 Being known and designated as Unit No. BLOCK NO.: 13 LOT NO.: 1184 nolia Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07206 Tax Lot No. 1345 in Block No. 13 22 in Bldg. B in Sunrise Manor a Condo- DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 40 feet x BEING KNOWN as LOT NO. 775, Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 108.26 minium, together with an undivided 1.6666% 113.5 feet BLOCK NO. 3, on the official Tax Map of feet wide by 118.58 feet long interest in the common elements and more NEAREST CROSS STREET: 101.05 the City of Elizabeth Nearest Cross Street: Chilton Street as described in the Master Deed recorded feet from Rahway Avenue Dimensions: 25 feet x 100 feet x 25 feet Situated at a point on the northwesterly May 9, 1988 in Deed Book 3550, Page SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE x 100 feet sideline of Stiles Street at its intersection with 0559, et seq., as may have been or may be There is due approximately the sum of Nearest Cross Street: Third Avenue the southwesterly sideline of Chilton Street. lawfully amended. TWO-HUNDRED FORTY FOUR THOU- There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of SAND THREE-HUNDRED TWENTY ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY SEVEN THOU- TWO-HUNDRED FORTY ONE THOU- NINETY FOUR THOUSAND THREE HUN- THREE & 20/100 ($244,323.20) together SAND ONE-HUNDRED EIGHTY FIVE & SAND FOUR-HUNDRED THIRTY EIGHT DRED TEN & 89/100 ($94,310.89) together with lawful interest and costs. 93/100 ($137,185.93) together with lawful & 68/100 ($241,438.68) together with lawful with lawful interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in interest and costs. interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR. SHERIFF SHERIFF FEIN SUCH KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. CHARTERED FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, P.C. FEIN SUCH KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. Suite 201 737 Stokes Road Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza Suite 201 7 Century Drive PO Box 1088 216 Haddon Avenue 7 Century Drive Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 Westmont, New Jersey 08108 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 CH-755980 (WL) CH-756017 (WL) CH-756008 (WL) CH-755964 (WL) 4 T - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19 4 T - 7/19, 7/26, 8/2 4 T - 7/19, 7/26, 8/2 4 T - 6/28, 7/5, 7/12 & 7/26/01 Fee: $193.80 & 8/9/01 Fee: $193.80 & 8/9/01 Fee: $181.56 & 7/19/01 Fee: $197.88 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 Thursday, July 19, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION SP-F Baseball 10s Pummel Basking Ridge 10s, 11-2 The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Youth Mike Klotz turned in a stellar perfor- Baseball Association 10-year-old tour- mance behind the plate. Steve Berger nament pummeled, Basking Ridge, 11- and Tyler Della Badia shared the first 2, at the Bridgewater tournament. The base duties and recorded six putouts. Raiders drilled the Ridge pitchers for Anthony D’Annunzio was solid both 17 hits. in the outfield and at third base. Colin Grimm notched the win as he Leading the offensive charge was pitched three innings of one-hit ball. Jimmy Burke who was 4-for-4 and Thomas Holt came on and worked two scored three runs. Kevin Maroney strong innings while Will Hubbard pounded two triples and scored once in closed out the game by pitching a score- addition to picking up three RBI. Kyle less final frame. Grimm also did it with Fitzgerald had a single, a double and the bat as he drove in the Raiders’ first three RBI. Greg Zabel had two hits, run with a double. scored twice, drove in three runs and The Raider defense was flawless. had a heads-up steal of home. Mike The Westfield 14-year-old baseball team took second place in the Pony League Lauricella was 2-for-3 with a run scored. Rookies Division. The championship game was played on June 30 at Skylands WTA Mixed Doubles Joseph Del Prete, Jackson Udelsman, Stadium, home of the New Jersey Cardinals, the Class A affiliate of the St. Louis Holt and Hubbard collected a hit apiece. EAGERLY AWAITING TO SWIM...The Nomahegan and Westfield White Cardinals. Participating in the event – not in order – were: Rich Skoller, Andrew Marlin 8-and-under swimmers eagerly await their turn to swim. The Nomahegan Tennis Ladder Told: swimmers won big over the White Marlins. Streaman, Bill Hearon, Chris Adams, Andrew Skoller, Matt Parelli, Hearon, The Mixed Doubles Ladder has now Fanwood Rec. Sets Mike Oliff, Brendan Granstrand, Diego Betancourt, Brian Power, David reached its fifth reporting period with- Rimkus, Bruce Adams, Jim Davy, Mark Harbaugh and Sam Kim. out publishing any standings and, un- July 23-27 Activities Nomahegan Defeats WTA Women Doubles fortunately, the records of matches LaGrande Park will have its an- Tennis Ladder Told: Kilmer 5K Race/Walk Bernstein Strikes played are not available. With the assis- nual Tournament Week beginning White Marlins tance of all teams, we are attempting to at 9:30 a.m.: Listed below are standings as of July Set for September 9 reconstruct the records. The May 1 7/23: Golf Putting Tournament Nomahegan Swim Club, under the 15. The next reporting period ends Sun- Gold and Silver standings are repeated below. They re- 7/24: Golf Chipping to the Pin direction of coach Dan Dougher, scored day, July 29. In order to qualify for end The 78th Division cordially invites Irwin Bernstein of Westfield earned flect the rankings of the teams carried 7/25: Ping Pong Tournament its first victory of the season in a big of season playoffs each team must play all runners to participate in the 12th gold and silver medals at the Garden over from 2000, followed by the names 7/26: Nok Hockey Tournament way by downing the Westfield White 8 matches. The season ends Labor Day. annual 5K race/walk and one-mile fun State Games Track and Field Meet at of new teams, based on the information 7/27: Craft Day Marlins. Sean Clark, Matt Morgan, 1. Dorne/Karnish run scheduled for Sunday, September Rutgers University on July 15. Com- we have. Amanda Dixon, Christopher Dugan and 2. Godberg/Valla 9, at 9:30 a.m. at the Sgt. Joyce Kilmer Forest Road Park will have Arts Chris Johnnidis led the way with four 3 Gordon/Hodges peting in the 65-69 age group, 1. Buckman/Buckman and Crafts Week for youngsters of U.S. Army Reserve Center at 91 Truman Bernstein ran a year’s best 2:52.0 to 2. Honeymar/Mancini first place finishes each. 4. Britt/Britt Drive in Edison. The one-mile fun run 3. Bender/Bender all ages and all activities will begin Triple first place winners were 5. Abromowitz/Kuehn win the 800 meters. Later in the meet 6. Matino/Hewett will start at 9 am. he staged a stirring home stretch duel 4. Karnish/Karnish around 10 a.m. Caroline Kupfer, Anna Dugan, Kyle Funds raised by the race will be used 5. Bernstein/Bernstein 7. Krest/Hudelson with Shore Athletic Club teammate The week of July 30 through Higgins, Michael Oster, Katie Morgan, 8. Forman/Forman to sponsor a holiday party for physi- 6. Myers/Darmanin August 3 will feature Olympic Week Matt Boyle, Sam Blum, Jillian Hobson, Alex Johnson in the 400, to place 7. Clevenger/Clevenger 9. Clevenger/Barabas cally challenged children and young second by inches. Both runners were at Forest Road Park. Sally Bregman and Emily Bregman. 10. Verchick/Rickles adults. Runners can pay an entrance fee 8. Wilhelm/Wilhelm timed in 1:11.4. * Abramowitz/Eisenberg Double first place winners were Kevin 11. Berkower/Hicks of $14 ($12 USATF-NJ) through Tues- · Aliche/Aliche Oster, Cameron Kupfer, Emily Budnick 12. Fisher/Pomerantz day, September 4, and $16 afterwards. Brown/Mackey WTA Men’s Singles and Melanie Schor. 13. Pecker/Mack The fee on race day will be $20. The WTA Men’s Doubles · Celorio/Celorio 14. Healey/Freundlich Tennis Ladder Told: The following swimmers scored valu- 15. Bernstein/Rogers first 500 entrants will receive a com- · Cohen/Cohen able second and third place points and · Freundlich/Freundlich (As of JULY 15) 16. Annis/Nelson memorative T-shirt. Tennis Ladder Told: helped earn first place finishes in the 17. Goldberg/Erlich Awards will be given for various age · Futamura/Futamura 1 Robert Errazo 30 James Bender Eight matches were played with ma- · Mitchell/Mitchell 2 Chris Callahan 31 Chris Wendel free relay events: Katherine Meylor, 18. Kielar/Wilhelm groups and gender. Every participant jor changes in the standings, including 3 Vince Camuto 32 Steve Satkin Nick Boyle, Brian Hart, Andreas 19. Brotman/Jacobello will receive a finisher’s medal. Compli- a new leader. We urgently request the cooperation 4 Gary Wasserman 33 J. Donnolo Bentancourt, Danielle Lipschutz, Jo- 20. Merkekson/Robertson mentary refreshments will be available. of all the teams in immediately report- 5 Chris Camuto 34 Steven Cheah seph Dugan, Avril Johnnidis, Michael 1. Dreyer/Matthews (7) ing all of their matches (losses as well 6 Steven Kreutzer 35 Alan Lo Applications and information are 2. Bender/Parker (3) Burnes, Aris Psyhojos, Emma Franks, SP-F 10s Win Two available at http://www78div.army.mil/ as wins) through July 15, with dates, 7 Mike Gonnella 36 Matt DeSantis 3. McGlynn/Aliche (4) 8 Joseph Alfano 37 Peter Yu Dominick Molinari, Alexis Murphy, 5k or at the 78th Division, Sgt. Joyce 4. Gonnella/Wilhelm (6) opponents, and results, as well as any Nicole Nardone, Daniel Clemens, At Dunellen Tourney errors in the listing of teams. You may 9 Jason Sprung 38 Dewey Rainville Kilmer U.S. Army Reserve Center, 5. Desantis/Callahan (4) 10 Steve Parker 39 Jeff Sobel Caitlyn Oster, Jason Nardone, Andrew The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Youth Edison, 08817-2487. Runners can con- 6. Diamond/Diamond (1) use the usual telephone system (with a 11 Peter Magierski 40 Jim Oslislo 7. Satkin/Finestein (5) Calvarusso, Charlie Tripp, Jackie Burns Baseball Association 10-year-old tour- tact SFC Nolan at (732) 867-2006 or change in the Extension to 6) or (pref- 12 Frank DeSantis 41 Donald Dohm and Diana Goodman. Karl Chigas at (732) 867-2046. 8. Mancini/Oslislo (2) erably) e-mail to the Interim Coordi- 13 Anil Kapur 42 David Muroff nament downed North Plainfield, 16- 9. Ferio/Sobel (4) 14 Dave Leiz 43 Ernest Jacob 0, and South Bound Brook, 8-5, in the 10. Verchick/Whelan (2) nator Irwin Bernstein. We will publish July 15 standings as soon as we receive 15 Russell Finestein 44 Todd Krell Dunellen Tournament. PUBLIC NOTICE 11. Alfano/Majierski (1) 16 Tom Shannon 45 D. Armstrong WTA Women Singles Against North Plainfield, the Raid- 12. Cheah/DeSantis (1) your input. With your help, we can 17 Neal Luppescu 46 John Dalton SHERIFF’S SALE *(No. of Matches) salvage the season. ers pounded out 16 hits and yielded just SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, 18 Mike Feldman 47 Warren Siao Tennis Ladder Told: 19 Bill Wilhelm 48 Chris Boright one. Michael Lauricella, who had seven CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, RBI, and Jackson Udelsman were 4- DOCKET NO. F-16673-00 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 20 Jaime Celorio 49 Mark Fischbach The Westfield Tennis Association 21 Weldon Chin Albert Chow Women’s Singles Ladder had a few for-4. Jimmy Burke, Kyle Fitzgerald HUDSON CITY SAVINGS BANK, SHERIFF’S SALE PLAINTIFF vs. NESTOR P. MATEO, ET SHERIFF’S SALE 22 Simon Lee George Sincox upsets among the 46 matches played and Joseph Del Prete all stroked two SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, 23 Lawrence Seltzer Jon Eisenberg AL, DEFENDANT. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, through July 15. Names with numbers hits and had a combined five RBI. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, 24 Allen Yu Leonard Cerefice CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DOCKET NO. F-16016-00 in parentheses after them indicated Kevin Maroney and Tom Holt each had DATED APRIL 10, 2001 FOR SALE OF DOCKET NO. F-875-01 25 Tuyen Diep Lloyd Marks INDYMAC MORTGAGE HOLDINGS, COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS INC., 26 Alex Winnicker M. Schuvart matches played so far. Eight matches a hit and a run scored. Will Hubbard, MORTGAGED PREMISES. PLAINTIFF vs. BRENDA COLON, Steve Berger and Michael Klotz all By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- INC., PLAINTIFF vs. GAIL COVINGTON, 27 Ross Errazo Peter Sharpe must be played by Labor Day, Septem- ET AL., DEFENDANT. SINGLE AND NATIONAL AUTO SALES 28 David Ferio Tony Britt ber 3, in order to be eligible to play in scored. Meanwhile Colin Grimm and ecution to me directed I shall expose for INC., DEFENDANT. sale by public vendue, at the Union County CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, 29 Andrew Ross Steve Purdy the playoffs. For further information, Greg Zabel solidified the defense. DATED APRIL 23, 2001 FOR SALE OF CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 DATED MAY 02, 2001 FOR SALE OF PUBLIC NOTICE please call Jean Power at (908) 654- Against South Bound Brook, the Raid- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- MORTGAGED PREMISES. 7418 or e-mail at ers had to overcome a 3-0 deficit. sey on WEDNESDAY THE 25TH DAY OF TOWN OF WESTFIELD ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- [email protected]. Lauricella was 3-for-3 at the plate. JULY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the PLANNING BOARD by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Maroney, Burke and Fitzgerald had two afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Notice is hereby given that the Westfield 1. Wendi Cohen (5) 27. G. Luppescu (5) ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ders must have 20% of their bid available in Planning Board at its meeting on July 9, 2001 2. Cindy Fechter (8) 28. A. Colucci (10) hits each. Del Prete drilled a double Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 cash or certified check at the conclusion of memorialized the following board action of 3. JoAnn Purdy (8) 29. L. Mikovits (4) while Hubbard and Berger picked up a sey on WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- the sales. sey on WEDNESDAY THE 15TH DAY OF June 4, 2001 re: 4. Karen Dorne (7) 30. Meg Freer (8) hit apiece. Maroney, Burke and Fitzgerald The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the 5. Jean Power (5) 31. S. Antonelle (6) afternoon of said day. All successful bid- AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the 01-5(V) BARBARA MITCHELL, 740 all stole home. Anthony D’Annunzio NINE THOUSAND NINETY FIVE & 15/100 afternoon of said day. All successful bid- 6. Deirdre Hewett (5) 32. T. Wasilewski (6) was tough defensively. Fitzgerald pitched ($109,095.15). ders must have 20% of their bid available in SOUTH AVENUE, WEST, 7. Vanessa Barber (4) 33. S. Minken (3) cash or certified check at the conclusion of ders must have 20% of their bid available in BLOCK 2510, LOT 4, SEEKING three innings for the win. Berger relieved The property to be sold is located in the cash or certified check at the conclusion of 8. Clara Karnish (7) 34. Ellen Smith (7) city of Elizabeth in the County of Union, the sales. PRELIMINARY AND FINAL 9. Takayo Futamura (7) 35. L. Stellar (4) and recorded the save. The judgment amount is NINETY EIGHT the sales. SITE PLAN APPROVAL. AP- New Jersey. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED 10. Maria Iarochenko (9)36. J. Diddell (8) Commonly known as: 1264 Clinton Place, THOUSAND TWO-HUNDRED SEVENTY PLICANT PROPOSES TO 11. Janice Honymar (7)37. M. Annis (4) & 07/100 ($98,270.07). FORTY EIGHT THOUSAND NINETY ONE CONVERT AN EXISTING WTA Masters Men’s Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201 & 26/100 ($148,091.26). 12. Robin Bailey (13) 38. L. Sussman (4) Tax Lot No. 122 in Block No. 11 DOCKET NO.: F-875-01 TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL 13. Evelyn Matino (6) 39. K. Coleman (5) MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth The property to be sold is located in the STRUCTURE TO RETAIL USE, Singles Tennis Ladder Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 50 City of Elizabeth in the County of Union, 14. Andrea Krest (12) 40. E. Mitchell (3) feet wide by 190 feet long COUNTY: Union STATE OF NEW JERSEY. WHICH IS A PERMITTED USE 15. Michele Fine (11) 41. C. Smillie (5) The WTA Men’s Masters Ladder com- STREET AND STREET NO: 863 and State of New Jersey Commonly known IN THE ZONE. APPLICANT Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the as 16 Rankin Street; Elizabeth, New Jer- 16. Deirdre Gelinne (16) 42. N. Freundlich (3) pleted its fifth recording period on July southerly line of Clinton Place 509.70 feet Lafayette Street SEEKS PERMISSION TO EX- 17. Mimi Fritz (14) 43. N. Wickwire (10) TAX BLOCK AND LOT NOS.: sey 07206; Tax Lot No. 1106 in Block No. 5. PAND PARKING AREA, CON- 15. There’s plenty of time to obtain the from the easterly line of North Broad Street. Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) n/a 18. Monica Gundrum (6) 44. D. Barabas (2) required eight matches by Labor Day for There is due approximately the sum of BLOCK NO.: 7 LOT NO.: 692 STRUCT ONE AND TWO 19. Marci Fisher (8) 45. T. Albright (5) DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 25 feet x 85 feet feet wide by n/a feet long STORY ADDITION AND VARI- the post season tournament and one per- ONE-HUNDRED FOURTEEN THOU- Nearest Cross Street: Second Avenue 20. Janet Cornell (9) 46. J. Robertson (5) SAND NINE-HUNDRED SEVENTY ONE NEAREST CROSS STREET: Corner of OUS ALTERATIONS TO 21. Katherine Kielar (3)47. L. Williams (1) son has already qualified. Check com- Lafayette Street and Smith Street. There is due approximately the sum of STRUCTURE. — Approved with plete results at www.westfieldnj.com/wta. & 47/100 ($114,971.47) together with lawful ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY FIVE THOUSAND 22. Suzy Verchick (8) 48. P. Brotman (1) interest and costs. SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE conditions. 23. Pat Page (3) 49. C. Clevenger (1) There is due approximately the sum of ONE-HUNDRED TWELVE & 66/100 1. Tom Rucinsky (2) There is a full legal description on file in and 24. Liz Fischer (8) 50. Kim Rhodes (2) ONE-HUNDRED THREE THOUSAND ($155,112.66) together with lawful interest 2. Mike McGlynn (9) the Union County Sheriff’s Office. and costs. 25. Rita Winnicker (5) 51. Carol Healey (1) 3. Irwin Bernstein (6) The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn EIGHTY EIGHT & 39/100 ($103,088.39) 01-8(V) DESTEFANIS PROPERTIES, 26. Kathy O’Neill (3) 52. A. Wilhelm (1) together with lawful interest and costs. There is a full legal description on file in LLC, 325 SOUTH AVENUE, 4. Donald Dohm (3) this sale. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. 53. Irena Ofengenden (0) 5. Dewey Rainville (4) RALPH FROEHLICH There is a full legal description on file in WEST, BLOCK 3004, LOT 1. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn APPLICANT SEEKS TO EN- 6. Lloyd Marks (1) SHERIFF this sale. 7. Joe Donnolo (3) ZUCKER, GOLDBERG The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn CLOSE AN EXISTING FIRST PUBLIC NOTICE this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH FLOOR ALCOVE AREA OFF 8. Len Cerefice (3) & ACKERMAN, ATTORNEYS BOROUGH OF FANWOOD RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF THE REAR PARKING AREA BY 9. Ernest Jacob (1) 1139 Spruce Drive GOLDBECK, MC CAFFERTY NOTICE OF INTRODUCTION OF 10. Bob Kolesik (1) PO Box 1024 SHERIFF DOING SO WILL ADD AP- WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR. & MC KEEVER - ATTORNEYS PROXIMATELY 525 SQUARE ORDINANCE 01-13-R 11. John Dalton (1) Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 AND PUBLIC HEARING CHARTERED Sentry Office Plaza Suite 420 FEET OF RETAIL SPACE. — 12. Joe Gazdak (none) 1-908-233-8500 216 Haddon Avenue An ordinance was introduced by the Mayor 13. George Sincox (none) File No. XCZ 43600 737 Stokes Road Approved. PO Box 1088 Westmont, New Jersey 08108 and Council of the Borough of Fanwood on CH-755959 (WL) Kenneth B. Marsh July 12, 2001. Copies of this ordinance can Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 CH-756016 (WL) PUBLIC NOTICE 4 T - 6/28, 7/5, 7/12 Secretary CH-755977 (WL) 4 T - 7/19, 7/26, 8/2 be obtained without cost at the Fanwood & 7/19/01 Fee: $187.68 1 T – 7/19/01, The Leader Fee: $32.64 4 T - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19 & 8/9/01 Fee: $175.44 Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue, SHERIFF’S SALE Fanwood, New Jersey between the hours of & 7/26/01 Fee: $177.48 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, The purpose of this ordinance AMEND- DOCKET NO. F-15458-98 SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE ING CHAPTER 53, OF THE CODE OF NORWEST MORTGAGE, INC., A SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, THE BOROUGH OF FANWOOD RELAT- CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION, INC, PLAIN- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, ING TO DOGS. This ordinance addresses TIFF vs. MILTON OLIVEIRA AND ROSALYN DOCKET NO. F-19020-00 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DOCKET NO. F-19533-00 DOCKET NO. F-19830-98 the age requirement for a person walking a OLIVEIRA, HIS WIFE; NEWPOINT CON- CITIMORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE COMPANY, HARBOR FINANCIAL MORTGAGE dog to be at least ten (10) years of age, and DOMINIUM, DEFENDANT. TIFF vs. JOHNNIE BETHEA, ET DOCKET NO. F-5821-00 PLAINTIFF vs. LESA HALL; KHALID CORPORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. RAFAEL the length of the leash to be not more than CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, AL., DEFENDANT. NORWEST BANK MINNESOTA, N.A., WHAID, DEFENDANT. CAPELLAN, ET ALS., DEFENDANT. eight (8) feet long. DATED MARCH 07, 2001 FOR SALE OF CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, AS TRUSTEE, PLAINTIFF vs. WILSON CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, A public hearing on this ordinance will be MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED MAY 04, 2001 FOR SALE OF LOPEZ A/K/A WILSON M. LOPEZ, ET DATED APRIL 10, 2001 FOR SALE OF DATED MAY 10, 2001 FOR SALE OF held on August 9, 2001 at 8:00 p.m. By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- MORTGAGED PREMISES. AL., DEFENDANT. MORTGAGED PREMISES. MORTGAGED PREMISES. Eleanor McGovern ecution to me directed I shall expose for By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Borough Clerk sale by public vendue, at the Union County ecution to me directed I shall expose for DATED MARCH 16, 2001 FOR SALE OF ecution to me directed I shall expose for ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale 1 T – 7/19/01, The Times Fee: $21.42 Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 sale by public vendue, at the Union County MORTGAGED PREMISES. sale by public vendue, at the Union County by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 sey on WEDNESDAY THE 25TH DAY OF Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- PUBLIC NOTICE JULY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the sey on WEDNESDAY THE 15TH DAY OF by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 25TH DAY OF sey on WEDNESDAY THE 15TH DAY OF afternoon of said day. All successful bid- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 JULY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the ders must have 20% of their bid available in afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- afternoon of said day. All successful bid- afternoon of said day. All successful bid- NOTICE is hereby given that at a meeting cash or certified check at the conclusion of ders must have 20% of their bid available in sey on WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF ders must have 20% of their bid available in ders must have 20% of their bid available in of the Township Council of the Township of the sales. cash or certified check at the conclusion of AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the cash or certified check at the conclusion of cash or certified check at the conclusion of Scotch Plains, held in the Council Cham- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED the sales. afternoon of said day. All successful bid- the sales. the sales. bers in the Municipal Building of said Town- SIXTEEN THOUSAND EIGHT-HUN- The judgment amount is SIXTY NINE ders must have 20% of their bid available in The judgment amount is EIGHTY FIVE The judgment amount is ONE-HUN- ship on Tuesday, July 10, 2001, there was DRED TWENTY SIX & 32/100 THOUSAND SIX-HUNDRED THIRTY cash or certified check at the conclusion of THOUSAND THREE-HUNDRED FORTY DRED FIFTY SEVEN THOUSAND SIX- introduced, read for the first time, and passed ($116,826.32). EIGHT & 37/100 ($69,638.37). the sales. NINE & 27/100 ($85,349.27). HUNDRED EIGHTY SEVEN & 52/100 on such first reading, the following ordi- The property to be sold is located in the The property to be sold is located in the The judgment amount is NINETY TWO PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED ($157,687.52). nance: City of Elizabeth, County of Union and city of Elizabeth in the County of Union, THOUSAND THREE-HUNDRED FIFTY IN: Elizabeth, County of UNION, State of MUNICIPALITY: City of Elizabeth State of New Jersey. ORDINANCE REPEALING TOWN- New Jersey. NINE & 42/100 ($92,359.42). New Jersey COUNTY AND STATE: County of Union, It is commonly known as 612 New Point SHIP ORDINANCE 23-3.5(b)(7) EN- Commonly known as: 248 Fulton Street, MUNICIPALITY: City of Elizabeth PREMISES COMMONLY KNOWN AS: State of New Jersey Road a/k/a 604 Livingston Street, Elizabeth, TITLED OR COMMONLY RE- Elizabeth, New Jersey 07206 COUNTY AND STATE: County of Union, 912 East Grand Street, Elizabeth, New Jer- STREET AND STREET NUMBER: 516 New Jersey. FERRED TO AS “ACCESSORY Tax Lot No. 561 in Block No. 2 State of New Jersey sey 07201 Magnolia Avenue It is known and designated as Block No. 7, DWELLINGS FOR DOMESTIC AND Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 25 STREET AND STREET NUMBER: 140 TAX LOT No. 209, BLOCK No. 7 TAX LOT AND BLOCK NUMBERS: Lot Lot No. 702 C04. HOUSEHOLD EMPLOYEES” AND feet wide by 100 feet long South Park Street NEAREST CROSS STREET: Reid Street No.: 749; Block No.: 3 The dimensions are: N/A (Condominium). AMENDING SAID ORDINANCE BY Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the TAX LOT AND BLOCK NUMBERS: Lot APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: 25.00 DIMENSIONS: Approximately irregular Nearest cross street: N/A (Condominium). RENUMBERING THE EXISTING southwesterly line of Fulton Street 175.12 No.: 24; Block No.: 64 feet x 100.00 feet 100 feet x 33 feet Prior lien(s): Subject to unpaid taxes and SECTIONS 8, 9, AND 10 TO BE feet from the southerly line of Third Street. DIMENSIONS: Approximately irregular A FULL LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF NEAREST CROSS STREET: is approxi- municipal liens. Amount due will be an- HEREAFTER NUMBERED SEC- There is due approximately the sum of 25 feet x 100 feet THE PREMISES CAN BE FOUND IN mately Fifth Street nounced at the Sheriff’s Sale or is available TIONS 7, 8, AND 9. SEVENTY THREE THOUSAND ONE- NEAREST CROSS STREET: is approxi- THE OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF OF SUBJECT TO TAX SALE CERT. No. 00- upon written request to plaintiff’s attorneys. HUNDRED TWENTY FIVE & 90/100 mately Second Street UNION COUNTY. 5776 IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,100.00 EST. The Purpose of the Ordinance: As above. There is due approximately the sum of ($73,125.90) together with lawful interest There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of A public hearing for same will be held on ONE-HUNDRED SEVENTEEN THOU- and costs. NINETY NINE THOUSAND THREE- NINETY THOUSAND TWO-HUNDRED TWO-HUNDRED THIRTEEN THOU- Tuesday, August 14, 2001 at 8:00 p.m. in the SAND FIVE-HUNDRED NINETY NINE & There is a full legal description on file in HUNDRED SEVENTY SEVEN & 16/100 ELEVEN & 71/100 ($90,211.71) together SAND SIX-HUNDRED NINETY & 76/100 Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 45/100 ($117,599.45) together with lawful the Union County Sheriff’s Office. ($99,377.16) together with lawful interest with lawful interest and costs. ($213,690.76) together with lawful interest or any time and place to which a meeting for interest and costs. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn and costs. There is a full legal description on file in and costs. the further consideration of such ordinance There is a full legal description on file in this sale. There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in shall from time to time be adjourned, and all the Union County Sheriff’s Office. RALPH FROEHLICH the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. persons interested will be given an opportu- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn SHERIFF The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn nity to be heard concerning such ordinance. this sale. ZUCKER, GOLDBERG this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. A copy of same may be obtained from the RALPH FROEHLICH & ACKERMAN, ATTORNEYS RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH office of the Township Clerk, 430 Park SHERIFF 1139 Spruce Drive SHERIFF LAW OFFICES OF MARK J. UDREN SHERIFF Avenue, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be- STERN LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, PO Box 1024 ESCHEN & FRENKEL, LLP - & ASSOCIATES ESCHEN & FRENKEL, LLP - tween the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LL Mountainside, New Jersey 07092-0024 LAW OFFICES Suite 500 LAW OFFICES Monday through Friday by any member of Suite 300 1-908-233-8500 80 Main Street 1040 North Kings Highway 80 Main Street the general public who wants a copy of 293 Eisenhower Parkway File No. XFZ 43860 West Orange, New Jersey 07052 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 West Orange, New Jersey 07052 same without cost. Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 CH-756009 (WL) CH-755975 (WL) CH-755957 (WL) CH-756001 (WL) BARBARA RIEPE CH-755963 (WL) 4 T - 7/19, 7/26, 8/2 4 T - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19 4 T - 6/28, 7/5, 7/12 4 T - 7/19, 7/26, 8/2 Township Clerk 4 T - 6/28, 7/5, 7/12 & 8/9/01 Fee: $187.68 & 7/26/01 Fee: $181.56 & 7/19/01 Fee: $187.68 & 8/9/01 Fee: $187.68 1 T – 7/19/01, The Times Fee: $35.19 & 7/19/01 Fee: $199.92 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 19, 2001 Page 15 -CLASSIFIEDS- YARD SALE HELP WANTED HELP WANTED Saturday, July 21 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED APPOINTMENT SETTING 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Westfield Volunteer Rescue Westfield area accounting firm 143 Herbert Avenue, Fanwood Squad seeks persons willing to seeks enthusiastic people with Rain or shine. train as Emergency Medical clear speaking voice to set ap- Exercise equip., dishes and plat- Technicians. No prior exp. needed. pointments for our accounting ters, household items, computers, Valid NJ Driv. Lic., req., min. 4 firm. No Selling; professional software. All high-end quality items. hrs/wk. We offer 24 hr. coverage. work environment. Base Salary Wkday 9am - 1 pm or 1-5pm slots CHILDCARE NEEDED $8.-$11. per hour with the op- are perfect for parents of school portunity to double your weekly Childcare needed for four school- children. Childcare reimburse- income through our very achiev- age children in Westfield home. ment available! able bonus program. Must speak English, have valid Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min. • Flexible daytime hours; driver’s license and good rapport 2 hrs./wk. All training provided. with children. Duties include light full & part time Call the Recruiting Team at • Paid training provided housekeeping, light cooking and (908) 233-2500 for details transporting children to activities. • No accounting experience required Experienced with references only. HELP WANTED Call Chris (908) 232-8416 For interview call Ed at Freelance Writer CHILDCARE NEEDED 1-800-994-4276 P/T, freelance writer wanted to from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Babysitter/stay at home mom cover Westfield town meetings. needed to watch our two children, Meetings occur on Mondays and 5 and 8 years old, in Westfield. Tuesdays. A burning interest in HELP WANTED Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 7:30am-6pm, government and politics is a plus. Secretary for busy Summit real Wilson School district. Freelancers are also sought for estate office. MS Word and Excel Call Amy (908) 654-5679 after 6pm other evening meetings, news and required. Real estate exp. a plus. David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times general assignments. Fax resume and salary THE FUTURE OF WESTFIELD HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL...Over 60 youth attended the Kehler Football Camp CHILDCARE NEEDED E-mail [email protected] requirements to June which was completed on Thursday, July 12. The Kehler Football Camp has been in existence for more than 25 years and at (908) 277-0956 the potential for fine Westfield High School football teams in the future looks great. Childcare needed in my Westfield HELP WANTED home, Mon.-Thurs., approxi- mately 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Teacher, Assistant. THINKING (908) 389-1179 ABOUT GOING INTO OR RE- HELP WANTED ‘River to Sea’ Relay TURNING TO TEACHING? Un- ADVERTISING ASSISTANT Area Businesses Are Sought INSTRUCTION usual opportunity as part-time Recent grad. Creative, multi-task Race Begins in August PIANO LESSONS (morning) Assistant Teacher in oriented, with some computer- AGES 8 AND OLDER First Grade program at highly re- ized graphics knowledge. Good As Golf Tourney Sponsors Impact Unlimited River to Sea (908) 889-4095 garded, small independent school organizational skills and pleas- Relay, a unique, 92-mile road run- in Short Hills, N.J., known for its ant phone demeanor. AREA — Family and Children’s co-sponsors and supporters. ning relay begins in Milford, SERVICES innovative and enriched curricu- Please call (908) 232-4407, Services (FACS) of Elizabeth, which Golf Committee Chairwoman and Hunterdon County at the Dela- The government is holding forgot- lum. Qualities desired include quick ask for advertising dept. or serves youth and families through- FACS board member Rose Rivers of ware River and finishes at the intelligence, creativity, flexibility, e-mail [email protected] out Union County, will hold its an- ten property that may be yours. Old Westfield stated that, “the commit- ocean’s edge in the Monmouth savings accounts, insurance poli- resourcefulness, enthusiasm for nual Golf Tournament on Monday, tee is working very hard now to firm County town of Manasquan. cies, monies owed, etc. We can hands-on activities, ability to relate HELP WANTED September 17, at the Basking Ridge up additional corporate support and Seven-member teams traverse five well to six- and seven-year-olds. Country Club. help you find your missing assets. is seeking more participation from New Jersey counties and 34 of its Call (908) 233-3036 Interested applicants should Medical Secretary The agency utilizes funds raised Union County businesses.” municipalities. It stages its dra- fax cover letter and resume to For Westfield office. Good com- over the course of the day to support FACS is a private, non-profit matic and exciting conclusion on Hope Hospice Sets Matthew Gould, Assistant munication & personal skills a must. programs serving children who have agency which since 1893 has pro- Saturday, August 4. Director, Far Brook School at Computer literacy with Windows been abused or neglected, youth with vided child welfare and mental health The Relay benefits Barrier Break- Annual Golf Outing (973) 379-8830, and/or phone experience. Salary commensurate behavioral or psychological prob- services to children, youth and their ers, a regional, non-profit, volun- The Thirteenth Annual Center for Hope at (973) 379-3442. with experience. Full benefits. lems and families in crisis. All pro- families. The agency operates a vari- teer organization created to help Hospice and Palliative Care Golf Out- Call (908) 654-6366 ceeds from the tournament will ben- ety of programs ranging from coun- raise awareness and funds in sup- ing has been set for September 10 at the HELP WANTED efit people served by FACS. seling to adoption services to com- port of special needs toddlers (birth- Roselle Golf Club. The Center is seek- HELP WANTED The tournament’s principal spon- Part time nursery school teacher munity programs for at-risk youth. 6 years) in New Jersey. Money raised ing sponsors, donors, and or partici- (certification req'd.), 3 afternoons Dental Hygenist sor will be the reinsurance brokerage For further information about the supports the NJ Early Intervention pants in this important fundraiser. All Part time — outgoing individual intermediary Guy Carpenter and per week. Beginning Sept. 2001. golf tournament, please call Ghitana Program through Mid-Jersey contributions go directly to patient care Call Director, Presbyterian wanted for Fanwood office. Experi- Company, based in New York, with Dickerson, Development Coordina- CARES. For further information, and all donations are tax deductible. ence preferred, but not necessary. various area companies serving as Nursery School, Westfield tor, at (908) 352-7474. please call (732) 381-0318. For further information, please call (908) 233-0766 Call (908) 889-8382 (908) 486-0700.
  

   
     
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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 16 Thursday, July 19, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield Foundation Gives Grants Totaling $44,360 WESTFIELD — At the first quar- families. terly meeting of the Westfield Foun- A grant of $6,000 by the Westfield dation, 10 organizations were Foundation will provide seed money awarded grants totaling $44,360. for a self-sustaining program which The Interfaith Council for the will allow the project to continue Homeless of Union County received year after year. $10,000 toward the purchase of a To provide start-up funding for a new van for transportation services, schoolyard habitat, the Franklin which is a vital part of the Council’s School Parent Teacher Association work. was granted $2,250. The lunchtime A grant of $2,000 will be used by Habitat Club is open to all students The Arc of Union County to provide in grades 1 through 5. individuals with developmental dis- A request by the Friends of Girls’ abilities an opportunity to find a Lacrosse for $2,000 to buy new uni- RECOGNIZED BY CHAMBER...Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce NEW BAGEL SHOP OPENS...Cutting the ceremonial red ribbon at the grand re- hobby and be active in the commu- forms and equipment was fully (WACC) Chairman Darryl Walker, right, presents the “First Dollar of Profit” opening of Bagel Chateau on South Avenue in Westfield, left to right, are: Westfield nity. The grant helps fund a quilt funded. Over 85 Westfield girls will plaque from the WACC at the Grand Opening of Towne Vacuum on June 30. Mayor Gregory S. McDermott, new proprietors Mara and Scott Zilberberg, and making project at the Westfield Y. participate on the Freshman, Junior Pictured with him, left to right, are: Paul Strong of Towne Vacuum, Westfield Darryl Walker, Chairman of the Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce. The Westfield/Mountainside Varsity and Varsity teams this sea- Mayor Gregory S. McDermott, WACC Executive Director Debbie Schmidt and Chapter of the American Red Cross son. Joe Campanelli of Towne Vacuum. will provide babysitter training With a grant of $15,600 to the New Library Offers Happy Meals courses for local teenagers with the Jersey Workshop for the Arts, schol- help of a grant of $2,510. arships will be provided for needy Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For Readers and Listeners Amateur Astronomers Inc., an or- area children to participate in the ganization dedicated to teaching the Summer Workshop for 2001. WESTFIELD – The Westfield Me- Happy Meal, compliments of the science of astronomy, received a grant The Westfield High School Japa- Held at Towne Vacuum morial Library has announced an McDonald’s corporation. of $2,000 for the purchase of a com- nese Exchange Program will be additional award for all children par- The library has invited all children puter. assisted in its effort to provide a WESTFIELD — The Grand Open- Westfield residents Joe Campanelli ticipating in either the library’s Read- who have already reached the five- Many local residents are served meaningful and entertaining ex- ing and Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies and Paul Strong. Together, they have ing or Listening Club this summer. book goal to stop by the Children’s via weekly presentations and pro- change visit for seven Japanese stu- were held at the Towne Vacuum, 321 over 50 years experience in floor Any child who joins the Reading Desk and receive their coupons. The grams at the William Miller Sperry dents and their advisor, through a South Avenue, West, on June 30. care. Towne Vacuum sells and ser- Club, checks out five books from the Summer Reading program runs Observatory, located on the Cranford grant of $1,000. Presiding over the ceremony were vices all makes and models of major library and reads them, or any child through Tuesday, September 4, so campus of Union County College. To help in the funding of an en- Mayor Gregory S. McDermott; brand vacuum cleaners, with over who joins the Listening Club, checks there is still time to join. For more The Westfield Kidsave Commit- richment program for the Westfield Darryl Walker, Chairman of the 100 display models. out five books and listens to them, information, please visit or call the tee plans to bring seven orphaned Day Care Center, $1,000 will be Westfield Area Chamber of Com- “It’s not about just selling any will be awarded a certificate enti- Children’s Department at (908) 789- children from Eastern Europe to made available by the Foundation. merce (WACC); Debbie Schmidt, vacuum; we find the right vacuum to tling them to a free McDonald’s 4090. Westfield for a six-week visit, with The program will give young stu- WACC Executive Director; Sherry suit the customer’s needs. We can the anticipation that all the chil- dents an opportunity to learn about Cronin, Executive Director, and Doug work with any budget,” said Mr. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE dren will be adopted by Westfield the French language and culture. Schwarz, Chairman of the Down- Campanelli. ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS town Westfield Corporation. Towne Vacuum offers one day, BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE Towne Vacuum, originally a same day and “while you wait” re- SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT Westfield business during the 1980s, pairs with prices that are highly com- UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY with many locations, is managed by petitive, as well as a full line of NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July 31, 2001 AT 10:00 A.M. sealed bids will be accessories, including stain remov- received, open and read in public by the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education at the Magician to Perform ers, vacuum covers, toy vacuums office of the Business Administrator at Evergreen Avenue & Cedar Street, Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 for the following: and air purifiers. They offer ample At Trailside July 25 parking and a play area for children. NON PUBLIC SCHOOL ROUTES MOUNTAINSIDE – Magician Joe St. Joseph (Metuchen) & Bishop Ahr Route “Westfield is lucky to have so many Fischer will present his show “Hocus local full-service companies avail- Specifications and full information may be obtained upon request at the Business Office Pocus” on Wednesday, July 25, at of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Education, Evergreen Avenue & Cedar Street, able to our residents,” said Mr. Walker. Scotch Plains, New Jersey 07076 1:30 p.m. as part of the Trailside The store also offers pick-up Nature and Science Center’s sum- BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION and delivery services in the OF THE SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT mer Wednesday Matinee series. Westfield area. UNION COUNTY, NEW JERSEY “This fast-paced show has the per- Anthony Del Sordi fect blend of magic, audience par- PUBLIC NOTICE Board Secretary ticipation, comedy and excitement,” 1 T – 7/19/01, The Times Fee: $37.74 said Freeholder Deborah Scanlon, NOTICE OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BY Liaison to the Parks and Recreation THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS Advisory Board. CONTRACTOR: The Alman Group, 53 The show is for children ages 4 and Cardinal Drive, Westfield, New Jersey. What’s up Downtown? older. No younger siblings will be NATURE OF SERVICE: Appointed as a consultant for the purpose of pursuing a admitted. 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Nelson were recently Federici stated, adding his mem- efforts,” he said. elected to the agency’s Board of Trust- bership on the board “will allow Ms. Nelson has had 27 years of ees. me to pursue those interests in a experience in administration for com- Professor Federici is a principal meaningful way.” munity and educational institutions, Mr. Hobbie, a partner in the Cranford law firm of Chamberlin & Hobbie, has been engaged in the general practice of law since 1965. He was Municipal Court Judge in June was another phenom- Westfield from 1985 to 1996 and has enal month for listings and also served as Attorney to the sales. Congratulations to Kenilworth, Westfield and Cranford Cathy Splinter for achiev- Planning Boards. He and his wife, ing Listing Agent of the Pat, have raised three children in Month and Carol Tener for Westfield. Sales Agent of the Month. Mr. Hobbie has been active with Super Job! the Dartmouth Club of New Jersey, the Capital Gifts Fund Drive of Judith Sagan, Vice President Children’s Specialized Hospital and Branch Manager with the Westfield YMCA. He is currently a member of the Board of Dr. John F. Federici CATHY SPLINTER CAROL TENER Barbara S. Nelson Listing Agent for June Sales Agent for June investigator in the Optical Sci- ences and Engineering Program at with particular emphasis in music, the New Jersey Institute of Tech- arts, history and culture in the non- nology (NJIT). He is a member of profit sector, including church-re- the Department of Physics and lated or Christian institutional ad- holds a secondary appointment in ministration. FABULOUS CONTEMPORARY the Department of Biomedical En- Ms. Nelson, whose career has in- 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath home on almost one half acre gineering. cluded working in Pittsburgh, Pa., New of serene property in MOUNTAINSIDE. 13’ X 26’ An adult scout leader with Boy York City and Nairobi, Kenya, has gourmet Eat-In Kitchen, updated roof, CAC, siding, Scout Troop No. 79 of St. Helen’s returned to live in Westfield. Anderson windows, skylights and more. Finished Roman Catholic Church in Westfield, “I was very blessed to grow up in Basement, 2-car attached Garage. $599,900. he has also served as a mentor in the Westfield. This town gave me a great NJIT Upward Bound Math/Science education, a wonderful church life and Center program and in the Alliance much more,” said Ms. Nelson, a for Minority Participation. He lives Westfield High School graduate who in Westfield with his wife and two earned a Master of Theology Degree with honors from Princeton Theologi- PUBLIC NOTICE Edward J. Hobbie cal Seminary. “Now it is time to give back.” TOWN OF WESTFIELD “I have heard very good things about MINT CONDITION ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL Governors of Union County College and has served on the boards of the the Youth and Family Counseling Ser- This charming, new listing colonial in SCOTCH Take notice that application has been vice. Serving on its board seemed like PLAINS features 3 Bedrooms, bright and sunny made to the Municipal Clerk of the Town of Westfield Foundation and the a perfect opportunity to give some- Westfield, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, Westfield Education Fund. new Eat-In Kitchen, Family Room with fireplace, New Jersey 07090, to transfer to Arthur J. thing back to the town and the commu- patio with new decking, interlock sidewalks, new “My past participation in various nity that fostered my own strong youth Byrd, for premises located at 115 Quimby local organizations and my years in addition and roof in 2000 and a park-like yard. 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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 18 Thursday, July 19, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Westfield Merchant of Year Mr. McShea Is 10,000th Returns With Video Business Potential Organ Donor WESTFIELD – Two familiar faces to Westfield’s community, religious SCOTCH PLAINS – Mayor Bill of Basking Ridge also spoke to the are back on the Westfield business and business organizations. Holmes of Bernards Township re- group about what it was like waiting scene. Harold and Joyce Rosenbaum He had served on the Board of cently honored James McShea of for a lung transplant and then finally have returned with Video Video, the Directors of the Westfield Area Scotch Plains for becoming the being fortunate enough to receive store they opened in 1989 and oper- Chamber of Commerce and was 10,000th person in the State of New one. ated through 1996. named Merchant of the Year in 1991. Jersey to register with the New Jer- According to Mike Mirabella, The location remains the same at During the early 1990s, Mrs. sey Organ Donor Registry as a po- Community Relations Manager for 184 Elm Street, a block north of Rosenbaum wrote a popular column tential organ donor. The Sharing Network, there are Broad Street, with ample free park- for The Westfield Leader called Mayor Holmes and Mr. McShea nearly 2,000 men, women and chil- ing at the rear of the store. Only the “Joyce’s Choices.” attended a “Lunch and Learn” lun- dren on waiting lists for transplants appearance has been changed. Years before opening Video Video cheon that was held at Hartford Steam New Jersey, and 76,000 nationally. A sleek and brighter new interior in Westfield, the Rosenbaums pio- Boiler Inspection and Insurance “Jim is a wonderful example of design has been carefully imple- neered concepts that are considered Company in Basking Ridge, where how one person has the potential of mented to make it easier to see vital aspects of today’s best enter- Mr. McShea is employed. becoming an organ donor who can titles and selections. Comfort also save the lives of up to seven people tainment rental environments. Pres- A NEW SLATE...The newly-elected board and officers of The Rotary Club of The luncheon was sponsored by underscores Video Video’s updated ently, Mr. Rosenbaum is a member Westfield for the year 2001-2002 are shown after last week’s regular weekly the New Jersey Organ and Tissue and enhance the lives of up to 75 interior, which features spacious of the Board of Directors of the Video luncheon meeting. Seated, left to right, are: Debbie Schmidt, Vocational Sharing Network (The Sharing Net- others through tissue donation,” he aisles, a special kid-friendly Software Dealers Association, which Service; Jane Sentivan, President; Cindy Kudron, Sergeant-at-Arms; Nancy work), New Jersey’s organ procure- remarked about Mr. McShea. children’s section and easy-to-view represents video store owners across Jackson, Community Service, and standing, Carl Peer, Vice President; Ken ment organization. Margaret Carhart, The Sharing Network is a non- walls of new releases displaying the nation. Ciarrocca, Club Service; Darryl Walker, Secretary; Doug Fasciale, Interna- Officer Manager of Hartford Steam profit, federally-certified, state-ap- extensive collections of both vid- Explaining his formula for mak- tional Service and Mike Hart, Treasurer. Boiler, put the luncheon together proved procurement organization eos and DVDs. ing Video Video unique, Mr. and also received a certificate of responsible for the recovery of or- Customer convenience is also ad- Rosenbaum noted, “I not only em- appreciation from The Sharing Net- gans and tissue for transplant in New dressed by Video Video’s large, take- ploy today’s best business models by Master Gardeners to Offer work. Jersey. home snack and beverage section. maintaining large quantities of new Guest speakers at the luncheon For more information on how to “I really missed Westfield,” Mr. releases and extensive selections of included Joe Tag of Basking Ridge become an organ donor or to join the Rosenbaum commented. “It’s a very the latest in electronic entertainment Training Program in Fall who, with his wife, donated their New Jersey Organ and Tissue Donor special community and I enjoyed like DVD, but move out of the box daughter Abby’s organs upon her Registry, please call The Sharing being an active part of it.” WESTFIELD – The Master Gar- he or she may join one of many and monitor the specific entertain- dener Training Program is now ac- committees which offer residents of death so that others could receive a Network at (800) SHARE-NJ or visit Mr. Rosenbaum is known for his www.sharenj.org. ment wishes of our customers. Video cepting applications for the class of Union County a variety of educa- second chance at life. Carol Baxter extensive support of Westfield, hav- Video has the area’s largest library of ing contributed his time and exper- 2001-2002. Classes will be held on tional services. There are also oppor- special and hard-to-find offerings, Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon, be- tunities to serve as a volunteer at tise to various community efforts, as including foreign films, art films and well as being a generous benefactor ginning Tuesday, September 25, and garden shows and fairs or to become classics.” running through next May. a speaker on a favorite topic. Each week will feature a Rutgers Classes will be held at Rutgers Cooperative Extension faculty and Cooperative Extension’s first floor staff member teaching a subject auditorium, located at 300 North within their area of expertise. Avenue, East, in Westfield. Once Planned topics include “Flower individuals are accepted into the pro- Gardening,” “Vegetable Gardening,” gram, there will be a fee for the cost “Fruit Growing,” “Insects and Dis- of materials. eases,” “Plant Pathology,” “Basic For more information or to obtain Botany,” “Integrated Pest Manage- an application for this program, please ment,” “Mosquito Control” and call the Rutgers Cooperative Exten- “Wildlife.” sion of Union County’s Agricultural New Jersey Department of Envi- Department at (908) 654-9854. ronmental Protection Pesticide Re- All programs are open to the public certification credits may be offered without regard to race, color, national for some lectures. origin, gender, religion, age, disabil- Once an individual becomes a ity, political beliefs, sexual orienta- trained Master Gardener Volunteer, tion or marital or family status. REGISTRY MEMBER…Scotch Plains resident Jim McShea, center, is hon- ored by Mayor Bill Holmes of Bernards Township, left, and Mike Mirabella, Jane Sentivan Named New Community Relations Manager of The Sharing Network in Springfield, upon becoming the 10,000th person in the state to register with the New Jersey Organ President of Town Rotary Donor Registry as a potential organ donor. PASSING THE GAVEL…Karin Dreixler, the Past President of the Fanwood- WESTFIELD — Dr. William J. wide. They lead a total of 1.2 mil- Scotch Plains Rotary Club, passes the gavel to the new club President, Neil F. Foley, Westfield Rotary Club’s im- lion business and professional men Schembre, a Certified Public Accountant in Fanwood. Rotary District 7510 Fanwood Library Reveals Governor Adrienna Bzura inducted the new club officers, which also included mediate past-President, handed over and women who are leaders in their Ray Jajko, President-elect; Geri Samuel, Secretary; Ms. Dreixler, Treasurer, the gavel to incoming President Jane communities and vocations, join- and Tom O’Brien, Sergeant-at-Arms. The Fanwood-Scotch Plains club meets Sentivan at a recent club meeting. ing together in promoting interna- Summer Teen Programs every Wednesday at noon at the Park Place Restaurant in Scotch Plains. For At this time of the year, 30,000 tional understanding, goodwill and information, please call Dr. Richard Dobyns, Membership Chairman, at (908) new Presidents are installed in Ro- peace. FANWOOD – The Fanwood Me- 19 are invited to attend. 232-3321. tary Clubs in 163 countries, world- The President of Rotary Interna- morial Library, located at North Av- The library’s Young Adult Council tional, 2001-2002 is Richard D. enue and Tillotson Road, revealed its meets every Monday at 3 p.m. during King, a Rotarian for 33 years in schedule of Summer Programs for July and August. Participants are in- California. He is a lawyer, singer Teens at the library. vited to hang out and talk about and musical comedy performer, who Teen Movie Night will feature 10 books and programs. has produced many shows and per- Things I Hate About You on Tuesday, The Teen Book Discussion pro- formed in many United States cities. July 24, and Miss Congeniality on gram will feature “Stargirl” by Jerry President Sentivan said she is proud Tuesday, August 7, both provided by Spinelli on Wednesday, August 8, at to follow two past female Presidents Palmer Video in Scotch Plains. 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An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Office Independently Owned and Operated. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 19, 2001 Page 19 Westfield Graphic Book Nook Designer Awarded CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 information, an excellent history of the At County College events that led to the conflict. WESTFIELD – Margaret Read Aloud Picture Book Hanscom of Westfield, the graphic Jackie French Koller’s “One Monkey designer at Union County College, Too Many” (Hartcourt Brace & Co. 1999) received a 2001 Pyramid Award is perfect to read aloud to pre-schoolers. for Excellence in Public Relations Written in rhyme and easy to follow, the from the New Jersey Chapter of book contains fun-filled illustrations the Public Relations Society of young children will enjoy looking at America (PRSA/NJ). almost as much as the story. It was awarded in the category of “Brochures and Presentations” for the college’s publication, Get- ting From Here to There. The winning brochure advises current and prospective students of transfer and dual admissions Members of Visual Arts Center Pour opportunities offered to students. The unique design reveals a sur- prise to the reader, when the fully- LUNCH ON THE LAWN...Dot Rady of Basking Ridge, left, and Westfielder extended brochure becomes an ar- Their Souls Into Work at Show, Sale Louise Lindsey enjoy a luncheon in honor of volunteer guides at Reeves-Reed row, graphically pointing the way Arboretum on June 20. Both Ms. Rady and Ms. Lindsey donate a few mornings By MARYLOU MORANO are expressing themselves,” said Bonnie played at Overlook Hospital. The win- per year during spring or fall to lead schoolchildren on field trips around the for “getting from here to there.” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Maranz, Gallery Public Relations Co- ners of this year’s show will have their facility. Reeves-Reed is planning a volunteer open house on Friday, July 27, at PRSA/NJ conferred to honor to ordinator. artwork exhibited in the hospital’s gal- Ms. Hanscom at its annual Pyra- SUMMIT — Watercolor, sculpture, 10 a.m. to noon for individuals interested in volunteering at the Arboretum at oil, photography and collage are just a The show also fosters mutual respect lery for the enjoyment of patients, staff, 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. To learn more about volunteer opportunities, mid Awards Banquet held at among fellow artists. visitors and the public. Highlawn Pavillion in West Orange. few of the means of artistic expression please call (908) 273-8787. by the members of the New Jersey Cen- “Several exhibiting artists commented The gallery is located in the hospital’s on the exceptional quality and craft of main hall, just beyond the lobby. ™ ter for Visual Arts (NJCVA) available to POPCORN be seen at the annual Members’ Show the pieces in this year’s show,” said Mrs. The NJCVA Members’ Show and Sale and Sale now being held at the facility’s Haines. can be seen at the Palmer Gallery through Palmer Gallery. Two years ago, NJCVA and Over- Saturday, August 11. The facility is lo- One hundred and fifty-eight of the look Hospital entered into a partner- cated at 68 Elm Street, Summit. Gallery A.I.:Not Quite center’s members took part in this op- ship, “Art at Overlook,” whereby on a hours are Monday to Friday, noon-4 portunity to showcase their talent to the regular basis, art from the center is dis- p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 2-4 p.m. public and their peers. The Real Thing Dominique Nahas, a New York-based By Michael S. Goldberger independent curator and visiting asso- ciate professor of art history at Montclair My Take on It One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent State University’s Pratt Institute, judged the artwork. Awards were given for por- 3 popcorns by Brian Aldiss has already seen its finest COMMUNITY VERSUS PROFESSIONAL THEATRE moments. And aside from Jude Law’s late traiture, photography, sculpture and wa- It’s difficult to succeed when you venture tercolor. the impossible. But you’ve got to give Steven but nonetheless great stint as Gigolo Joe, Get Outta David’s traveling companion whose name Get Outta The artwork was also judged, and Spielberg credit for trying anyway. With A.I. additional awards given, for promise, Actors Must Deliver Their Best, (Artificial Intelligence) he attempts to dis- says it all, the real inspiration in A.I. has come cover not only the secret of life, but the and gone. Thus the unsatisfactory conclu- best in show, merit and honorable men- essence of love as well. Gee. Either one of sion to David ‘s quest reminds of the mean- the House tion and emeriti. dering, overstuffed style a desperate student theBy CAROL House F. DAVIS NJCVA has been in existence for 69 Audiences Should Not Settle for Less those would be hard enough. Yet when he Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times comes up short, we are disappointed. might employ in answering an essay ques- years. The Members’ Show and Sale By KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT idea of help. When people have Had it worked out, we’d all owe Spielberg tion that eludes him. There are still several free has been an annual event for approxi- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times worked hard to present the commu- big time. But as it stands, we are only in the Still, the special effects from George performances left during this mately the last 15 years, according to Several weeks ago, I received a nity with a play or musical, clearly director’s debt for a spiffy retelling of Carlo Lucas’s Electric Light and Magic Co. are season’s New York Philhar- Janet Miller Haines, a Board of Trustees hateful, I mean hateful letter in re- they don’t want to see their blood, Collodi’s “Pinocchio.” Granted, it’s a grand, prestigiously cutting edge, the art direction monic Concerts in the Parks member and Members’ Show coordina- sweat and tears raked over the coals. successfully ferries us to a hypothetical time sponse to a review I had written about sci-fi recounting of the famed fable, but alas, series. Program II features con- tor for the last eight years. a local production. The letter was This is completely understandable. “Pinocchio” just the same. and place, and the grandeur of the presenta- ductor Michael Stern, and so- With professional theater, critics tion is unmistakable. “One of the benefits of membership shocking, not only for the level of Of course, there’s no shame in the failed prano Audra McDonald. Musi- at the Visual Arts Center is the Mem- venom it contained, but also because have a lot more leeway as these pro- quest. Look at the great company the Holly- Only a troubled ending keeps A.I. from being A-O.K. cal numbers include Strauss’ bers’ Show, where everyone who exhib- I had not given that particular show a ductions involve trained actors, mu- wood wunderkind-turned-mogul is in. Even Die Fledermaus Overture, its is celebrated. The Members’ Show bad review. Quite the contrary. What sicians and directors, who are paid Socrates, Voltaire and Descartes couldn’t * * * * * Weill’s The Seven Deadly Sins represents energy and spirit. There are very well. Their work is expected to solve that secret of life thing, let alone the A.I., rated PG-13, is a Warner Brothers I did do, and what I always hope to (in English), and Ravel’s 158 pieces of souls hanging on the walls do, is point out areas where I see a be above par. Most professional com- love question, and they were licensed phi- and Dreamworks Pictures release directed Rapsodie Espagnole and or being displayed on pedestals,” Mrs. panies have six to eight weeks losophers. So what if none of them ever won by Steven Spielberg and stars Haley Joel show could use some im- Daphnis et Chloe´, Suite No. Haines told The Westfield Leader and provement, and then of daily rehearsal, plus an Oscar. A smart bunch just the same. Osment, Frances O’Connor and Jude Law. 2. Remaining shows are on Fri- a staff of people who Bequeathed the project by Stanley Running time: 135 minutes. The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood. offered suggestions as Kubrick upon his death, originally Spielberg day, July 20, at Miller Field, “The exhibit is an example of the to how a problem are educated in their Gateway National Recreation Skipped lines, falling fields; experienced was to have collaborated on A.I. with the late diverse ways the members of the NJCVA could potentially be scenery and sound prob- great film genius. One can only speculate Area, Staten Island, and on Sat- fixed. costume design- how magnificent the creative synergy might Coppola urday, July 21, at Hecksher Personally, I lems are all natural occur- ers, lighting tech- have been. State Park, Long Island. If don’t write bad re- rences in live theater, but nicians, However, when such was not to be, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 you’ve never been, it’s an in- views. I don’t unenthusiastic and mo- etc…who all Spielberg picked up the ball and followed made the most financially and cin- credible experience. Shows be- think it is my lend their profi- through, ostensibly combining his own ematically fruitful and unforget- gin at 8 p.m., and there are place. Nor do I notonous work should not cient hands to agenda with an homage to his distinguished table films of all time – The God- fireworks at the end. think it is truly be, regardless of one’s bud- complete the mentor’s film career. father. Writing the screenplay with * * * * * anyone’s place to get or amount of rehearsal. puzzle. The result is a “Where’s Waldo” tapestry A community of Kubrick and Spielberg’s greatest hits. A Mario Puzo, Coppola took home The New Jersey Saxophone write something catty the Academy Award for Best Pic- Ensemble will perform at the or malicious. If some- theater company ob- little 2001 here, a dash of E.T. there; a dab of viously doesn’t have ac- A Clockwork Orange and a smidgen of ture and a nomination for Best Westfield Methodist Church on one wants to read a bad July 20, at 7:30 p.m. This is the or cruel review, check out cess to most of these Close Encounters of The Third Kind. But in Director. people, nor do they have the a film chock full of ironies both intended and Coppola’s genius never stopped final free concert of “Summer John Simon of New York Maga- otherwise, it is indeed wry that this tale about Fare — Music For a Summer’s zine. His reviews are so outrageous budget to pay them what they de- at the Godfather grandstanding, serve to be paid even if they did. a robot’s dire search for human love fails to as he continued to break the box Evening,” and it is a family- sometimes that I am surprised the find a soul of its own. friendly event. The range of magazine itself doesn’t burst into What they do have, is a troupe of Nevertheless, this is the work of a master office with Apocalypse Now, The people who are doing this for the Outsiders, Rumble Fish, The Cot- music performed will be vast, flames. craftsman with a storied vision, even if that including ragtime, show tunes, Frankly, I don’t like to consider sheer love of it. It does seem unfair to vision is overly derivational this go-round. ton Club, Peggy Sue Got Married, classical, contemporary, and myself a theater critic, as I am a expect perfection from a theater that Though only just above average by Spielberg Tucker, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, and jazz, from a variety of well- professional actress myself and cer- is only able to stay afloat with dona- standards, A.I. is still quite a vibrant and more. known composers. The musi- tainly have had my share of being on tions from patrons and who have to intriguing entertainment until about the 7th Recently, the director, who grew the other side. I was indeed a bit rehearse well into the evening as most inning stretch, when it begins to search in cal quartet offers a refreshing, up in Queens, New York, told re- innovative, and unique reper- uncomfortable taking on my current of the actors have fulltime jobs. vain for answers to all the great questions it porters his own personal trick of SUMMER ON STAGE…Sixteen- So what can be learned from this? I has asked. toire, by performers with indi- year-old Teddy Alvaro of Westfield position at The Westfield Leader and the trade. Eating and conversing vidual experience in a list of The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood. believe, as a community, that we should But holding matters together even past has followed in the footsteps of noted all respect and support the arts. But I the film’s noticeable fault lines and supply- casually with cast members like impressive venues that include actors, such as Natalie Portman, Jen- I am actually a writer who happens Al Pacino and Andy Garcia helps Lincoln Center and the to have years of professional acting also believe that we shouldn’t settle for ing the effort with an originality all his own nifer Jason Leigh, Mary Stuart mediocrity from companies that are is Haley Joel Osment. He’s David, the little actors create a symbiosis, which Montreaux Jazz Festival. Masterson, Robert Downey, Jr., Jon experience; hence, I fit the bill to boy robot purchased by Monica (Frances eventually translates onto the sil- Check out their new CD, “New Cryer, and singer Mandy Moore, by cover local theater. capable of so much more. Amateur O’Connor) and Henry Swinton (Sam ver screen – a magic that simply York Suite.” attending Stagedoor Manor this sum- I love what I do at the newspaper does not have to mean amateurish. Robards) to assuage the pain and loneliness can’t be conjured up or feigned. mer, a theater camp in the Catskills. and have tried to use what I have Some of the best theater I have ever incurred when tragedy befalls their real live * * * * * In each of the summer’s three ses- seen in my life has been right here in For Coppola, it’s all about family, This one is for the kids. On learned to help local companies reach son. sions, the youngsters spend three the level of professionalism of which Union County, presented by compa- With his stunning performance here, on and off the set. Friday, July 20, from 7:30-9:30 weeks rehearsing 11 shows, which are nies that I’m sure don’t have an enor- Through his family tree and un- p.m., Reeves-Reed Arboretum they are all truly capable. Master Osment proves that he’s the most then performed for the public at one Obviously, I haven’t been able to mous budget. The Theater Project at natural child actor since Shirley Temple. avoidable genetics, Coppola made will host Moonlight Madness. of Stagedoor’s five theaters or at Union County College continues to his daughter, Sofia, an offer she Your family will learn about please everyone. Offering hints and Set in the not too distant future that Kubrick nearby Catskills resorts. Teddy ap- techniques may not be everyone’s amaze, and last years’ production of was so fond of painting, where things are so couldn’t refuse. She carried on things that happen at night, in- peared in Jesus Christ Superstar. The Last Night of Ballyhoo at much the same and yet so very different, the Coppola legacy in The Godfa- cluding the night sky, insects, Westfield Community Players (WCP) technology tries to compensate for Mother ther III when she played Pacino’s woodland sounds, owls, rocks was one of the best, most skilled Nature’s unsympathetic whims. The polar daughter Mary Corleone, and that glow, nocturnal reptiles, productions I had ever seen. ice caps have begun to melt and, because of when she directed The Virgin Sui- and more. Everyone should When a theater company charges its precarious location, New York is half have their own flashlight. The covered with water. But all is not lost. In one cides for her father’s company, admission, they are putting them- Zoetrope. entire family can join in on the selves in a position where they will of the film’s more subtle ironies, things seem fun for $15 for Arboretum to be just fine in New Jersey. A family blessed with fertile, be judged. One does not expect to That’s where David was created. A proto- fruitful imaginations, the members, or $20 for non-mem- pay $8 to see a bad movie, nor should type, he’s a new kind of mecca (mechanical bers. The Arboretum is located they expect to attend a passable play Coppolas have established them- on 165 Hobart Avenue in Sum- life) designed to fill a specific demand. And, selves in the film industry without for $15. The average theatergoer is sad to note, that need is a far more pertinent mit. Call (908) 273-8787 for very savvy and knows when things being pigeonholed into the mob- reservations. Don’t cheat and indication of this civilization’s faltering con- ster movie genre. They’ve reached are working and when they are not. dition than a few melting icebergs. bring the neighbor’s kids. Skipped lines, falling scenery and You see, David is the first robot designed out beyond those confines, tap- ping the shoulders of today’s Hol- * * * * * sound problems are all natural occur- to love. Just utter seven words in a certain Sidewalk Sale Days are hap- rences in live theater, but unenthusi- sequence and he’s imprinted for eternity. lywood with a reminder of what astic and monotonous work should great filmmaking should be. pening now in downtown And so that’s just what Monica Swinton Westfield. This event, spon- not be, regardless of one’s budget or does, just a few short months before she amount of rehearsal. finds out that her son Martin has made a sored by the Downtown miraculous recovery. Westfield Corporation, pro- If professional and non-profes- Upon the human child’s return home, he vides you with a great excuse sional theater companies were to and David add a whole new dimension to the to get out there and support switch places for a day, I’m sure that notion of sibling rivalry. Of course the robot Plainfield Art your local establishments. many things would be learned on kid gets the short end of the stick. He’s CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 Stroll around town, look for both sides. Non-pros would learn that the grass isn’t always greener, that ditched in the woods with no more courtesy doodles while gabbing on the tele- bargains, stop for a cup o’ joe or ceremony than is accorded an unwanted or a real meal, and just enjoy the work is hard, both physically and cur. phone, transformed her work to card- being outside. Beware of face- emotionally, and that you can be fired Just as it took French social historian board, took off the next week from painters or clowns blowing up if someone in power doesn’t like you. Alexis de Tocqueville to make poignant work, and voila! balloons. Hurry, it all ends at They might learn that being paid observations about the American character, Her inspiration launched her into a the close of the business day doesn’t always equal being respected it is the film’s neatly turned thesis that out- new business of creative jewelry, on Saturday. You may just get a or fulfilled. sider David can tell us something about which generates a fabulous trompe great deal. Pros may learn to lighten up a bit human love. And in several ways he does. l’oeil. and realize why they started doing Combining sci-fi speculation about the * * * * * FOUR DIAMOND DISTINCTION…Frederick L. Gruel, President and Chief There were many other artists Executive Officer of the AAA New Jersey Automobile Club, presents the 2001 this type of work in the first place. world to come with an archival smattering of Nancy Nelson and her 15- They might learn that performing isn’t fairy tale sentiment, Spielberg launches David worth special mention, including piece King’s Road Swing Band AAA Four Diamond Award® to Lee Chasalow, General Manager of the Stage on his odyssey in search of requited love. Margo Hirsh, Adele Roseman, House Inn in Scotch Plains. The restaurant is among 17 other 2001 AAA Four brain surgery. They might rediscover will perform at the Watchung Diamond winners from New Jersey. The diamond symbol will be included in the power of community and the glory Which means trying to stay clear of the Kathleen’s Clear-Cuts — intaglio Arts Center’s Dance Party at 8 futuristic salvage guys who would do robots sculptures that were quite pleasing each restaurant’s listing in the 2001 AAA New Jersey TourBook® Guide. of forming a new theatrical family. p.m. on Friday, July 20. This They may realize that just because harm. — and an artist who created delicate special event is a part of the Reminding of something you’d expect in silk paintings. they have their Equity card, it doesn’t popular Jazz Series. I hear it is mean that they can stop taking acting a “Star Wars” episode, if these bounty hunt- The Plainfield Outdoor Festival in- often sold out, so avoid disap- ers have it their way they’ll pull David apart deed had a wide range of art, from the ‘New Voices 2001’ at Paper Mill classes. and sell him for scrap. Or, worse yet, they’ll pointment by purchasing your In closing, theater is magic, no professional fine artists to the do-it-your- $15 ticket in advance. Ms. peddle him at the “flesh fair,” a robotic self crafters with clocks and wooden matter how or where you see it. It is version of the cruel contests held back in the Nelson has gained recognition To Include Local Performers a gift to be able to perform. But, I gladiator days. But no matter. plaques for the garden. I was tempted to as a jazz performer, while pick up the one that read “Here Lies the AREA – Paper Mill Playhouse’s 12; Samantha Hooper-Hamersley, 15; truly feel that we should honor and Remember, David’s imprinted. The little King’s Road is a full-sized revere that gift by never settling for guy has it in his artificial mind that the Blue Last Dog that Pooped on my Lawn.” I swing band complete with four Summer Musical Theatre Conser- Allison Siko, 13; and Sam Leib, 15 didn’t. normality. It doesn’t matter if we are Fairy will cast a spell and get his Mom to love saxophones, three trumpets, vatory in Millburn will showcase will be performing. paid or not, or if we are playing to a him. Nothing else matters. But where is she? No shawl collar, no silly sign. four trombones, and a rhythm local artists in a song and dance Fanwood actors Sarah Marable, Fellow robot Gigolo Joe says Dr. Know There was even entertainment. Kids house of 50 patrons or 2,000. section. Swing to the sounds performance, “New Voices 2001: 12, and Laine Bonstein, 17, will be We should always strive to be our in Rouge City knows. We’re surprised he could have fun with face-painting, and of a live band if you dare. The Celebrates Rodgers & included in “New Voices.” stops short of recommending the Wizard of the brave, like my husband, could get a best, and, more importantly, strive to center is located on the Hammerstein,” on Friday and Sat- Tickets will be $18, $20 and $25. never stop learning. There is always Oz. henna tattoo that only their mother-in- Watchung Circle. By this time, it becomes obvious that Ian urday, July 27 and 28, at 7:30 p.m. For tickets and more information, something new and miraculous to law would appreciate. Put it on your Westfield residents Tara Deiseso, please call (973) 376-4343. Watson’s screenplay based on a short story calendar for next year. discover. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 20 Thursday, July 19, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Take the Stage SiemensSiemens ChoosesChooses WWestfieldestfield WITH KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT ForFor LatestLatest CommerCommercialcial By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN crashing down around him because walking down Elm Street with The Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The UnstoppableUnstoppable Times he did not have Siemens’ product. Leader/The Times, “And, Westfield WESTFIELD – Senior Pro- The majority of the plummeting ob- had it.” ducer Thomas Buchbinder of jects, Mr. Buchbinder reported, Chase Wilson Organization in would be animated or “drawn into” WYWYAACTCT TTeameam Montvale rapped with crew mem- the commercial. bers on Elm Street in Westfield Speaking of disruptive sounds, Mr. early Tuesday morning, while an Buchbinder said the only hitch to unknown actor had his face touched their filming on Elm Street has been Artist of up outside of a van on Quimby the construction going on simulta- WWoowsws WWitithh IslandIsland neously inside of Ferraro’s. He said Street. that the construction workers were By KERRIANNE SPELLMAN CORT Moune’s adoptive parents and have One camera, a modestly sized crew the Week Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times and a small table of pastries rivaled not notified about the filming, caus- some of the most touching moments ing the two crews to do-si-do around WESTFIELD / NEWARK — If in the play, and Lindsay-Rose Sinclair what Westfield is used to seeing dur- you are a Union County resident and ing the filming of a commercial or each other. is elegant and ethereal as Erzulie, Mr. Buchbinder said the commer- at all familiar with the wonderful arts The Goddess of Love. television episode – giant trailers, and arts programming that we have hordes of celebrities and sealed off cial, which was originally slated for Also turning in great work are a sound stage, was switched to access to here, chances are you have Rene Martinez, Lauren Linder, Jo- streets. heard of the Westfield Young Artists’ Mr. Buchbinder told The Westfield Westfield at the last minute. He said seph Harrington, Alistair Williams he was grateful to the town for coop- Cooperative Theater, Inc. (WYACT). and Justin Restivo. But again, the Leader and The Times of Scotch If you have had the opportunity to Plains-Fanwood that, for one day erating with the production crew’s entire cast is exceptional. Everyone needs. attend a WYACT production, undoubt- involved with this production de- only, the production company edly you understand the importance would be filming a commercial Montclair was also considered for serves accolades. the commercial, as it has been eyed of an organization such as this. Musically directed by Ilene for a hearing aide, developed by This exceptional company is a non- Siemens. The closest branch of in the past by Viacom Productions Greenbaum and choreographed by for NBC’s “Ed” and by other film- profit association that aims to edu- Sherry Alban, Once on This Island is a Siemens, an electrical engineering cate and inspire local young talent in and electronics giant, is located in makers and producers. beautiful production. Do not miss it! “We sent people out to drive around the areas of performing and the per- Once on This Island continues its run Iselin. forming arts. While walking down Elm Street, and find the type of street that repre- at Victoria Theater at NJPAC through sented the average street in everyday I had the pleasure of attending two Sunday, July 22. in front of Ferraro’s Restaurant, the of WYACT’s productions last year, actor would be unable to hear objects America,” said Mr. Buchbinder, while Brigadoon and The Gay Divorce, and Courtesy of the NJPAC Alexis Slade as Ti Moune captures I was thoroughly knocked clear out of the souls of audience members in Francis Ford Coppola my seat both times. The level of pro- Once on This Island. fessionalism that this company is ca- pable of is truly breathtaking. Eclectic Arts, Crafts Come (1939- ) At the helm of WYACT is Westfield (1939- ) resident and Broadway veteran By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN Cynthia Meryl. The amount of love To Annual Outdoor Show Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times that goes into a WYACT production In his ninth year, the son of re- is visible on every level. By CAROL F. DAVIS Faux Metal, dubbed by several art- nowned Italian-American composer PenPen && InkInk Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Currently staging the heartwarming ists in adjoining booths at a previous Carmine Coppola was confined to and educational Caribbean fairytale, PLAINFIELD – Saturday’s crafts fair. Ms. Bennett got her start his bed, paralyzed with polio. Keep- Once on This Island at the New Jersey Twenty Years of MTV Rocks Station weather was perfect, sunny and not after a very, very short haircut. It left ing his imagination fertile with pup- Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Twenty Years of MTV Rocks Station too hot, for an outdoor art show, her trying to figure out what to do petry, television and comic books, Newark, this production made me wish coupled with the fact that this year’s with all that new found space around Francis Ford Coppola delved into that WYACT could present not one or Down to All TV and Less Videos artists were amongst the best seen at her face. She started with a few film during his youngest years. He two, but 20 productions a year. the Annual Plainfield Outdoor Festi- By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN Continued on Page 19 edited home movies in an 8-millime- Based on the book, “My Love, My Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ter format, giving them clever titles Love,” by Rosa Guy and in some Not long after MTV launched in 1981, Starship’s video “Nothings and making them family treasures. ways akin to Hans Christian The Detroit native was always in- Anderson’s, “The Little Mermaid,” Gonna Stop Us Now” from Mannequin came on the screen. Westfield terested in the arts, leading him to Once on This Island is a sweet and native Andrew McCarthy’s dancing around with a fake woman, morphing master the tuba and to garner a often thought provoking musical tale. into a real one, was mind-boggling as a concept, let alone a music video. musical scholarship to the New York Written by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen “Leave on whatever you want,” my grandfather said, surrendering the Military Academy. Music became Flaherty, the team who brought us remote control and slumping down into the recliner nearby. Not even three second fiddle for Coppola (pardon Ragtime and Seussical, the original the pun) when he opted to major in production of Once on This Island on seconds went by, my grandfather’s face scowling with fury at the “crazy theater at Hofstra University, where Broadway did extremely well. images” in front of him. “Turn this junk off! What is this supposed to mean, held leadership positions in theater On a dark and stormy night, a vil- this weird video stuff?” and music clubs. He went onto lage of Caribbean peasants act out a This reaction, one of the most common to the anti-MTV Generation, is UCLA, graduating with a Master in legendary story to entertain and soothe what the music television channel has been banking on for 20 years. Fine Arts in Film. a frightened child. Through music In 1962, Coppola progressed from and dance, the lovable peasants tell Celebrating two decades as the dialogue director to associate pro- the tale of Ti Moune, an orphaned single most powerful public rela- ducer. A short seven years later, he young girl and her passionate, selfless tions giant in music history, when already had his first encounter with love for Daniel, a rich heir from the people think of MTV, they think of Eleanor Neil. She took the role as his House of Beauxhomme. This Romeo music first. Recently, however, view- wife, a part Coppola has compared and Juliet-style tale uses class to sepa- to that of Kay Corleone (Diane rate the star-crossed lovers, and, as ers have been weaned off of the Keaton) in his cinematic Godfather always, their earnest affair comes to buffet-style diet of music videos. series. Another harmonious union an unfortunate end. The media mogul has placed the occurred for Coppola, when he Expertly directed by Ms. Meryl, “M” on the back burner and fired up joined forces with filmmaker George and in conjunction with NJPAC’s the “TV” format instead. Courtesy of Michael Jessie and Carol F. Davis Lucas to establish independent film Summer Musical Theater Production OUTDOOR ODYSSEY...Designer/illustrator Richard Berardino exhibits his company American Zoetrope. program, this version of Once on This In fact, MTV’s “Total Request prize piece during the Annual Plainfield Outdoor Festival of Art on Saturday. Shortly after these personal and Island is every bit as wonderful as I Live” or “TRL” is the only real pro- professional marriages, Coppola knew it would be. The tale moves val of Art. It was a pleasure to walk gram featuring the original program- Continued on Page 19 cinematically from start to finish and ming of airing music videos. The around and chat with the creators, the energetic, talented young cast and others. members are all extremely gifted. channel has almost entirely turned This year, the juried show was As Ti Moune, Alexis Slade is a star itself into a network of cartoons, well-organized and separated into in the making. This lovely young per- awards programs, reality television sections, with the artists on one side former wins your heart immediately. shows, karaoke contests, Claymation of the fountain, and the crafters on Ms. Slade is captivating as the brave boxing matches, and soap operas. the other. As I strolled around in- CHILDREN’S BOOK NOOK and altruistic Ti Moune, singing and specting everyone’s wares, I secretly With Marylou Morano dancing with passion and fire. This is The San Francisco cast of “The Real World” The music is still there, but it is piped (and in some cases, not so secretly) a rounded and skilled performance in the background or musicians are selected my favorites. By MARYLOU MORANO She currently lives on Stony Lake and Ms. Slade should be very proud. featured biography-style. Richard Berardino, a young guy Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times near Lake Michigan. Margaret uses As her lover, Daniel, Jon Christian with novel ideas, used a variety of Read any good CDs lately? her own childhood and her imagi- No other network can be fully credited with the invention of reality Changing technology has affected nation when writing her stories for Hoche is also terrific, covering every television like MTV. With the birth of “The Real World” and “Road Rules,” concepts to form unique design and illustration. From photography to every area of our lives and the children. aspect of his role with ease. Born book industry is no ex- with a silver spoon in his mouth, ordinary people volunteered to have their lives taped 24-7, regardless of the computer-enhanced images to paint- Her second CD backlash. While we welcomed the new format, we still enjoyed having the ception. Once com- book, “A Light on Daniel knows the dangers of falling ing, his work had it all. pact discs revolution- the Widow’s Walk” in love with a peasant girl, but does option of watching music videos. Also combining creative talents was ized music, books (Hornkohl, 2000) is so nonetheless, defying his father. Almost 10 years ago, “Club MTV,” an updated version of “American Bob Yurochko. This musician, teacher, were not far behind. geared towards Mr. Hoche is gentle, playful and Bandstand” the goofy game show “Remote Control” and fashion-forward and published author of “A Short His- Now books on CDs slightly older read- tory of Jazz,” doesn’t stop there. He thoroughly appealing in his portrayal. “House of Style” preceded reality television. Viewers felt a shift – can be read right off a ers. This book has a Brittany Campbell is delightful as also seems to have time to paint. computer. little of everything young Ti Moune and Kiyaana Cox musicians weren’t just marketing themselves in a video format, but now When you’ve got it, you’ve got it. — suspense, adven- nearly walks away with the show as had the opportunity to sell themselves in a new style. William Bunting has been paint- * * * * * ture and a message Asaka, Mother of the Earth. Singing “Cribs” allows musicians to show off their dreamy mansions, while ing since the age of 12. Five years Hamill Favorites that right triumphs the rousing “Mama Will Provide”, viewers sit back and salivate. “Becoming” fulfills teenagers’ fantasies ago, he developed a special interest If you go past the over wrong. Two Ms. Cox is a powerhouse. in painting cars and trains, in the garden, over the young teens be- Both Uton Onyejekwe and Tracey by making them over into their favorite musician. “Diary” gives the style of photo-realism. Each oil takes wooden bridge and across a sunny come involved with gangsters and Lynne Haskell are wonderful as Ti no holds barred biography of musicians and celebs, while “Celebrity him approximately six weeks to com- meadow you’ll reach a magic line. bootleggers during the Prohibition Deathmatch” pins Playdough ver- plete. They’re grand. You can see it’s Step over the line and you’re in in a small town on Lake Michigan. a labor of love. Shady Woods — Fairyland! Owen, one of the young men, must sions of celebs against each other “Spilled Fairy Dust: Bluebell’s Ad- weigh becoming involved in ille- Referring to himself as a “Modern ventures in the Shady Woods” in a boxing ring. While “Loveline” Urban Photographer,” James Ligons gal activities against helping his is a venue for callers to get an- (Hornkolh, 2000) is an enchanting mother during the Depression. This JUXTAPOSE has found a way to use his fine arts CD book about a precocious fairy is a story that all older middle- swers to their most perverse que- background to create photographic who’s forever in search of adven- grade readers, especially boys, will ries, “Jackass” gives a play-by- pieces, which he calls mosaics. His ture. Bluebell flies between the enjoy. GALLERY play of how a viewer can become imaginative use of positive and nega- Shady Woods and the world of Both CD books are illustrated. one themselves by doing fun stuff tive space results in pleasing compo- humans — between Marigold, For availability, check out the sitions. They all seem to come with Poppy, and Briallan, the Queen of publisher’s Web site at – like setting themselves on fire. a story, if you take the time to ask. the Fairies, and Caroline, the little www.hornkohl.com. presents... “Spyder Games” and “Un- Completing half the show, it was dressed,” two soap operas that time for a short break. There were a * * * * * Fine Block few food vendors lining the perim- Middle Grade Nonfiction would make Erica Kane blush, have To our young people today, the made me hit the “Display” button eter of the park. For me, the Asian PRINTS food stand served veggie fritters and Vietnam War is something to read on my remote to see if I was on the bottled water. I didn’t dare touch the about in history books. For those in Fine Lines right channel. Twenty years later, funnel cakes or cotton candy. of us who lived during the 60s, the I’m still sitting in the same recliner Next, it was onto the crafters. There Viet Nam War will forever be a part were some inspirational booths, in- of who we were at the time and FRAMES near my grandfather’s, switching who we are today. cluding Lois Macknik’s hand-woven Perhaps one of the most over- on MTV but realizing, “Gone are goods. I loved her little four harness the days of V-jay Martha Quinn looked aspects of the war was the Arts & Crafts Style prints, table loom, at which she worked contribution made by women. Now Japanese woodblocks and and music videos. diligently while customers browsed middle school readers can learn period inspired tiles MTV was founded on the basis of at her mats, scarves, and bookmarks. more about the roles women in handcrafted the The Buggles hit, “Video Killed Another fun stop was at Skykay played, both pro and con, during quartersawn oak frames. Handcrafted Dolls by Diana. girl who shares some of Bluebell’s the war by reading “The Valiant the Radio Star.” Now, 20 years later, There were several booths that fea- escapades. This is a charming book Women of the Vietnam War” it seems more like “Dramatic T.V. tured Afrocentric crafts, and one ar- that new readers will enjoy read- (Millbrook Press, 2000). On Display July 27 – August 18 Squashed the Music Video.” tisan who made unique shawl col- ing on their own and younger ones The book tells the true stories of lars. My husband wanted to purchase will enjoy having read to them. the nurses, volunteers, war corre- one for me. The prices were reason- The author of “Spilled Fairy spondents, POW wives and anti- OPENING RECEPTION Buckle Up, A&E able — they all sold for $29 — but Dust: Bluebell’s Adventures in the war protesters whose lives were th no, we weren’t there to shop this Shady Woods,” Margaret Hamill, touched by the Viet Nam War. The Friday, July 27 - 6pm – 9pm Will Soon Have Its Own is a retired school teacher who book also contains, as background time. began writing after teaching el- Page in Cyberspace! Vivian Bennett had the most inter- ementary school for 22 ½ years. Continued on Page 19 58 ELM STREET • WESTFIELD • 908-232-3278 esting story. She calls her jewelry CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK