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February 27 I 1991 B'l'-Y(1 1.,,:/(!~.~/Cj'1 :~.:;t~1 l:E~T! (LE· H::!"! f'dfH Ie ! ! l~t\l:)r(y I, VoL XXXV, No. 10 • DLI 1"I •• h , 1 :?U:';4 , .. .-.1 The weekly newspaper I serving the' towns of I'ln Bethlehem and New Scotland Chief denies brutality charge By Mike Larabee . was "near conclusion" last week. Ringler department's police dog after Gauthier and two passengers reportedly fled on MJf~ff!!; said Currie would report to the town Bethlehem Po board "in the very near future" on the foot into a Coeymans wooded area. ·.~~iJ.~g#.~.·,·.;.}> lice Chief Paul '.:.'Jj;;.'; •..' ...... ;> .•....';J .•' ...... • '.'....,.' .•...... •...... •...... 2:1.< Currie and Town matter. Gauthier was charged witli two counts ,,,eau'ugenUa,: Supervisor Ken But Ringler said he has seen no evi of first degree attempted murder, two :',><:>'<-·:.-·"\~t<:,:;- ,:/: :,,::::·:t,,):::;;:,. __ ~ ,~:: __ i_ :':., :.--_:',::,::':::>{'.:::::.,~.:;;::....•. :':'.•... :':... :: dence of "wrongdoing" by the police. "The counts of third degree criminal posses Ringler each issued •..•.••...•..• > ...... : . formal statements facts presented to me at this point in time, sion of a weapon and one count ofinjuring ~y~e~~» last week in re regarding the recent dismissal in Albany a police dog. Unable to raise $500,000 in .::.~l1l(:t~yiII ~fl3etliJllhei!i.~.'~~••• sponse to allega- County Court have not diminished my bail, he had \:een held in Albany County ·.ltsfO~riialrevje",of;:;O\ltljgate§~e; a570,000 ~9uare footFe~sljopplng tions tge depart- Chief Currie confidence: he said. "There appears to Jail for 18 me-nths until he was released ment with held have been an error in certain paper work Feb. IS. •• centerJlr?p~for'Ri)u!il~·i\l records in the recently-ended attempted causing this dismissal, which is regret Greenberg said his office is investigat· ·•• ·Glenm?llt;."'~en·.Ill'~P?\leIlts.Qf.tIi¢) faCIlity ap~.befo~ethetown bOard' murder trial of a Massachusetts man. table, and 'have asked the police chief to ing the incident. He would not comment While Ringler issued a lengthy state investigate this matter and take appropri specifically or: Ricken's assertion that the :~~llesp.~/~to~~t)':.i:::i> ment affirming his "confidence" in the ate action." missing report, which was allegedly J;Arin~UncedinNoi>emb~r:plansfor department, Currie categorically denied signed and dated by LaChappelle, con tliecellte:illcliid~iiilleWht!Ci~efua. assertions of police brutality in the tained a "substantially different" account HOytsJ'hciJt~rs··compl~~i$h0l>'\l . department'sfirstcommentsinceCounty ,"There appears to have of the incidentthan others written both by ~e~~~m~~e~ard~~.~t.~~e, CourtJudge Thomas Keegan dismissed been an error in certain LaChappelle and Markel. But Greenberg :.:..Jne'pr())ect.",~s ... ~l!editled}tObe· all charges against 27-year-old James said in 17 years with the attorney general's ·presen~~;to .. tlj~i.boilr~;foU~Y1"g·. a Gauthier of North Adams. 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'Member FDIC HOURS: Mon'Sat 1Dam - 7pm PAGE 2-February 27, 1991 - The Spotlight Hiker dies in fall By Debi Boucher Craig Zarriello; the victim's body was subsequently found approxi Thewoman who fell to her death mately 75 feet below the cliff. from an overlook in Thacher Park last week was a special education Michael Krish, head of the park teacher and an avid hikerwho often rescue team and assistant man visited the park, according to an ager of the park, and Investigator Albany County Sheriff's Depart Richard Vore, of the Albany County ment investigator. Sheriff's Department, rappelled down the cliff to recover the body. Investigator Sarah Martin said Chief Joseph Spofford, of the thewoman, 38-year-old Barbara C. New York State Park Police, said Rusch of Guilderland, was a 10- Rusch had been standing at least year veteran of special education, 10 feet beyond a fence placed to employed at the time by Oak Hills warn visitors about the cliff. "The School in Burnt Hills. She said an fence in some places is within a autopsy revealed that Rusch died foot or two of the cliff edge," he from shock and internal hemor said. In addition to the two-rail rhaging. fence, he said, there are signs Sheriff's deputies, along with a posted to warn people away from K-9 unit, state park police and the cliff, but many disregard them. Rensselaer County Search and "Kids in summer like to sit and Rescue personnel, searched the dangle their legs over the cliff," he park nearly all night on Wednes said, adding that "the vast major day, Feb. 20 after finding Rusch's ity' of visitors realize why the fence car parked in the overlook area at is there and don't cross it. about 8:45 p.m. The car had appar At the time of the incident, he ently been there since about 1 p.m., said, the area was "snowy and icy according to a Sheriff's Depart all over the place." ment report. The search went on Krish said the overlook is open until3a.m. before being suspended year-round, and sees about 1,000 due to darkness and icy conditions, to 1,500 visitors in winter, about and resumed at daybreak, approxi half the number that visit in sum· mately 6:15 a.m. on Feb. 21. mer. Krish said there had been Tracks leading to the edge of two accidents at the overlook dur the cliff were discovered by ing his four years at the park, they Sheriff's K9 Eickand Investigator were not fatal. Subdivision given preliminary go-ahead The Bethlehem Planning Board Drainage for the subdivision, lastweekgaveunanimousprelimi which will involve the extension nary approval to McMillan Woods, and connection of McMillan and an 11-lot subdivision on a 4.4 acre Stratton places, was a prime con Delmar parcel. cern of nearby residents during a December planning board public hearing.. 'APproval is on the condition that developers build a drainage cul Developers still need to submit vert under Weigand !.ane south of a fmal subdivision plat for board the project site, the planners said. approval before they can move Bruce Secor, town public works ahead with the project. commissioner, told the board that The planning board vote was 6- . McMillan Woods principal, Key O. Member Dominick DeCecco stone Builders Inc. of Delmar, has was absent. agreed to construct the culvert. Mike Larabee no 'matter what Mother praises rescue squad, ~~tr~~~~~[~~~rt.r1·~~~~~~ said.yoti are,"Even it l .from fire. It will happen." Bethlehem police offieer fin,nii.n for nibre than 20 years, . t The mother of Michael Tho breathing again, according to '--"--"-"-"----"--'--"--'----"-"------'.-'--"---'-'---"--'-=-'--'--'--'--'--'--'-:/ mas, a six-year-old Delmar epilep Bethlehem police. The rescue Quilting group to meet Environmentalists hold tic, credited the work of Bethle squad was' on the scene shortly Quilters United In l.earningwill hemPolicemanRobertBerbenand the Delmar Rescue Squad after ~b~r~ser!~t arrived, Sgt. Paul ~':J~dii~ic~u~~~,8,j~~~~~;~~~ "don't burn" conference the boy' suffered a seizure on "It was a touchy thing," Roberts Ave., Delmar from 9:30 a.m. to Thursday, Feb. 21, and stopped. said. "Anytime you've got anything noon. Hundreds of environmentally year's conference and rally drew over 800 people. Since the confer breathing. with kids, it's scary." Alison Goss, nationally-known concerned citizens from across the state are expected to converge on ence takes place the same week "They were wonderful. The "He kept his cool," said Roberts. quiltmaker and teacher will pres the state Capitol on Sunday, March end as NYPIRG's student confer policeman came in and was very Thomas said her son was ent a slide lecture, "Easing into 4, for a two-day conference and ence at the State University at calm and very collected," said treated and released from St. Contemporary Design." rally on solid waste issues. Albany, she said, many students Noreen Thomas. Peter's Hospital in Albany after the Guests are welcome. Call Ruth "Don't Burn New York," co will probably attend both events. incident. R. Casale at 283-4848 for more Berben responded to a call at sponsored by Work on Waste-New Besides the WRAP Act, partici the Thomas's Delaware Avenue "Michael is home and well and information. York State and New York Public pants will be lobbying for funding home and administered mouth-to holding," she said Monday. "We're Interest Research Group, will fea for local recycling programs and mouth and cardiopulminary resus just watching him and going about Club hosts art show ture a presentation on the Waste an incineration bill that would citation until the boy started our business." Reduction and Packaging (WRAP) prohibit the construction of new The Delmar Progress Club will Act, as well as briefings on other hold a Festival of Arts on Friday, incinerators in any given commu environmentally-related bills, in nity until the community has Compeer program scheduled March 8, from 7 to 9 p.m. and preparation for group lobbying Saturday, March 9, from 10 a.m. to achieved a 70-percent rate of recy On Thursday evening, March because 01 the stigma of mental visits to state legislators on Mon cling. The idea, Valeriano ex 4 p.m. The public is invited to the day. 14, the Compeer Program will be illness that their families fear. As a Bethlehem Public Library's com plained, is to "give recycling a host for an "Informational Coffee' result, people recovering from munity room to view the works of On Sunday, following a keynote chance,· rather than relying solely forthegeneral public to learn more mental illness are often lonely and club members. . speech by Dr. Paul Connett, asso on incineration. about becoming a Compeervolun isolated. . ciate professor at St. !.awrence teer. The reception and discussion Volunteers spend a minimum University and national chair of Participants can register Sun will begin at 7 p.m. at the Albany of one hour a week with their Artist displays work Work on Waste, along with other day morning, from 9:30 to 10:30 Jewish Community Center, 340 Compeer friends doing the things speakers, Dr. Barry Commoner a.m. at the state legislative office Whitehall Road. that friends do: shopping, visiting, Raymond A Deckerwillexhibit will be the featured speaker at an building. Cost for the entire two or attending sporting events, oil and watercolor paintings at the afternoon rally at the Capitol. day conference is $5. For informa Compeer, a program of The Bethlehem Public Library, 451 movies, etc. Laurie Valeriano, environmental tion, call NYPIRG at 436-0876. Volunteer Center of Albany, Delaware Ave., Delmar, from Debi Boucher matches volunteers with adults Anyone interested in attending March 1 through 30. The exhibi associate with NYPIRG, said last who are receiving mental health the informational coffee hour or tion hours are Mondays, 9 a.m. to 17u! Spotligllt (USPS3:9&630) is published each Wednesday bySpotlight Newspapers, Inc., 125Adamsst., services. Many mentally ill people learning more about the program 9 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 5p.m.; Delmar, N.Y. 12054. 2nd Class Postage paid at Delmar. N.Y. and additional mailing offICeS. Postmasur. send addresschanges to The SpoUight. P.O. Box 100, Delmar, N. Y.12054. Subscription rates: have been cut off from their fami should call Danny Patrick, pro Sundays 1-5 p.m .. For information, Albany County, one year $24.00, two years $48.00; elsewhere one year $32.00. lies, either.b~ their own choice or gram director, at 432-9307. call 439-9314. The Spotlight - February 27,1991 - PAGE 3 Local residents protest U.S. involvement in Persian Gulf By Mike Larabee our business in the fIrst place," "You can support one without the A number of local residents, Berger said. "If we wanted to pro other," she said. including a small contingent from tect Kuwait, then we would have Iris Berger added, "We're the a Bethlehem Central High School found a way to negotiate." ones that can influence our gov organization called Students for ernment. We can't influence the Peace and Survival, joined a pro Jason Wilkie, a BCHS senior government of Iraq." test against U.S. involvement in involved in the student group, accused President Bush of being During the day, two separate the Persian Gulf Thursday at the rallies were held at the State Uni Capitol in Albany. . as "rigid" as Saddam Hussein. "I think the U.S. has really done very versity at Albany's Page Hall on The Feb. 21 rally and march, little to show a willingness to nego Western Avenue and the Naval timed to mark the 26th anniver tiate," he said. Wilkie said Students Recruitment Center on Washing sary of the assassination of Mal for Peace and Survival, which was ton Avenue. From there, march colm X, was organized by the Al formed in 1985, strives to "educate ers snaked U,rough Albany, con bany-based Emergency Commit the student body at large on politi verged, and fInally arrived at the tee to End U.S. Intervention in the cal issues." 11,ere were "fIve or Capitol a little after 5 p.m. Persian Gulf. Whiletheevent drew su(' members ofthe group at the The Capitol rally was followed more than 500 participants, organ rally, he said. by an evening program at the izers conceded they had hoped Cathedral of the Immaculate Con more would attend. The protesters brushed aside ception on Madison Avenue. As news broke of Iraq's condi arguments that criticism of the U.S. military's "Operation Desert tional agreementtowithdraw from schools plan Kuwait in accord with a plan pro Storm" represents a lack of sup Res posed by the Soviet Union, the port for American troops. early dismissals rallierscalled for an immediate end Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk stu to fighting in the Gulf. "I don't think anyone here wishes any American ill," said dents in grades 6 through 12 will "Why, why are we killing?" said Elsmere resident Saul Rigberg. be dismissed early on March 18, Mickey Lynn of Adams Street "People support Americans who so teachers can participate in a Delmar. "Whyarewe bombing Iraq are willing to put their lives on the staff development conference. to smithereens todaywhen there's line to defend democracy and free RCS Senior High School a peace initiative?" dom. ~ But he questioned the justi (grades 9 through 12) and Junior Lynn l;imented the "horrible" Delmar resident Mickey Lynn was one of a number oflocal fication for America's involvement High School (grades 6 through 8) number of Iraqi casualties in people toraliyin opposition to the U.S_military's "Operation in war with Iraq, and said he feels will leave at 11:15 a.m. month-long allied air campaigns Desert Storm" at the state Capitol last week. Mike Larabee "the best way to supportthe troops OnMarch22,studentsingrades· - Iraq has said 20,000 have died is to bring them home." K through 5 will be dismissed early and another 60,000 have been Anna Berger, a fifth grader from of the issue. She and others at the so teachers can participate in a wounded -that led many at the Bethlehem, who attended the rally rally questioned what they feel is Berger said she feels there is a shared staff development program event to term the war "a slaugh with her mother Shiela"said "most reluctance on the part of the United difference between supporting on language arts with teachers ter." "This is the conscience of our of her friends don't want the war States to consider negotiations with American soldiers and supporting from the Bethlehem Central nation that's now being be either," though she said she has Iraq. America's involvement in the war. School District. smirched by these deaths," she classmates who fall on both sides said_ "I don'tthink itwas really any of In the Ravena Elementary. 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"They p.m. in the caucus room at 112 the county's scaled-back terminal American/Lockheed AirTerminal State St., Albany. keep telling us a decision is immi plan to develop and manage the development plans, either, accord- nent," he said, "and we really don't airPort. get a response to any of our ques- USAir, which had until Iastweek tions." ' taken no official stand, joined "1 brought all the boys to the dance. Now USAir's support is a boon to American, United, Northwest and all they have to do is pick a partner." Cornell and his Lockheed part Delta airlines in issuing a state James Coyne ners, he said. "When your princi ment supporting the British Ameri pal tenant is behind your plan for can/Lockheed plan. But USAir expansion, it naturally makes your spokesman David Shipley later In making its recommendation' ing to Fragnoli. "We're the ones project more feasible," he said, said that the airline had not fully to the legislature, the committee, paying the bill, not the county, so addingthatthe airlines "have been withdrawn support for the com- will have to choose not only be- why won't they give us what we actively lobbying the county" on peting proposal by the Capital tween the two management pro- want?" she asked. Coyne said the behalf of the BNLockheed plan. District Transportation Authority posals, but also weigh the merits recent scale-backs would slice $40 Coyne, for his part, said he has and Capital Region Airport Devel- of proposals to privatize airport to $50 million from the project's done his job in getting proposals opment Corp. "We haven't closed parking, an option thrown in by cost. Plans for a $20 million park on the table. "My goal as far as I'm Red Davis, a Delmar resi the door to anybody," he said Coyne last fall. Coyne anticipated ing garage were eliminated, he' concerned has been achieved," he dent, portrays Gen. D.E_ Monday. "We're leaning more such a move would bring the said, as was a scheme for demol said, "they (the legislature) have Sickles, who is highlighted toward the BN Lockheed plan county some $15 million from the ishing and rebuilding the entire options to choose from." in episode five of the right now, but we're not discount- lease of 25 county-owned acres terminal. Current plans call for "I brought all the boys, to the WMHT series, "The Civil ing anybody." across the street from the airport, refurbishing the commuter por- dance," he quipped. "Now all they War," to be shown Wed Kathy FragnoIi, senior real es- which would be developed as off- tion of the terminal, and building a have to do is pick a partner." nesday (tonight) at 8:05 p.m_ tate attorney for American Airlines, site parking. new jet terminal adjacent to the Said Fragnoli, "We're going to said the BNLockheed plan has a existing building, with five new gettothe dance, when is the music L ______-' number of factors in its favor, in- The airlines are not pleased with jetways. The concept is similar to going to start?" St. Thomas pupil eluding Lockheed's experience in that possibility, and have in fact what the BNLockheed partner airport terminal management, threatened to sue the county, if it ship proposes, except their plan wins scholarships Market seeks farmers Aar M' t d t t St British American's ownership of goes that route. Said Fragnoli, would provide for a total of 15 jet- . on Iffiura, a s u en a . 25 acres adjacent to the airport "According to federal law, hevery ways. Local farmers who grow theIr Thomas the Apostle School in and the partnership's offer of dollarearnedontheairport asto own crops are needed to partici- DeImar,haswons'cholarships'froin guaranteed fixed landing fees for stay on the airport," and an off- PeterCornell,presidentofBrit-' pate in a new farmers market two high schools as a result of 10 years. site, private parking operation ish American, said the county's opening in Albany. There are a few competitive examinations. She would take revenue away from the scaled-back plans were now in line openingsavailableforthe Wednes- scored first inthe exam at Bishop She also said the airlines are facility. with what the BNLockheed pro- ~ay and. Saturday markets. For Maginn High School and third in looking for action, and CDTA has' posal called for all along. "We've mformatIon, call Emmett Ellegate the exam at Christian Brothers ,"abadtrackrecord"inthatdepart- Coyne defended the idea, say- never agreed with a $125 million ment. "A year ago, the airlines ing that since the county planned " h 'd"m h at 477-6215 or 439-4363. Academy. terminal, e sal . He ave con worked with CDTA and negoti- to refurbish the terminal anyway, sistently agreed with $110, $120 ated a lease," she said, "and noth- construction there would cause"a million in total expenses" with a Clothes that reflect' inghappened.It'sAmerican'sview natural displacement of cars.", He $75 million terminal accounting, that they had their chance and added that the parking proposal "if for the bulk of those expenses. __ good taste ... nothing was done." nothing else got their (the airlines') Other costs would in'cIudetheland Dennis Fitzgerald, general attention." across'the street from the airport, manager of CDTA, said USAir's Fragnoli charged that the park- and its development _ in which McCAFFREY'S new leaning towards the competi- ing proposal "fIXes a problem that tentative plans call for a Hilton tor would not affect the CDTA- doesn't exist. All it does is takes hotel,amongotherfacilities-and lVIENSWEAR ' CRADC partnership's continuing attention away from the real prob- developing a new road to link the 92 State st. Delaware P!= campaign to forward its airport lem, which is the terminal." airport with Route 7. management plan. "As far as 1 Albany, NY Delmar know, we still have their support," Even if it rejects both of the "We've delivered every aspect 434-1698 4394174 he said. management proposals, which ______-, each include plans for redoing the r- After monthsof delays, a deci- terminal, the county will still go sion on the airport may finally be ahead with its own plans to refur at hand. "I foresee it happening bish and add to the existing termi Your Active & Healthy Lifestyle at within the next week or two." said nal, Coyne said. 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D Married D Single D Widowed BEV-39 b A jOint initiative of The Albany Guardian LARK ST, 463·7182 TA-91 ~ SOCiety and The Eddy The Spotlight - February 27, 1991 - PAGE 5 Dog litter ordinance Liberty for one, justice for all a 'good citizen test' Bethlehem residents should be gratified Editor, The Spotlight: by their town government's handling of the I don't know Felice Freeman, VOX POp confusing case involving the arrest, incar Editorials who seems to have been the pub- ______ceration, trial, and freeing of a man charged Iic-spirited citizen who initiated the such, and the prospect of eventti with attempted murder of police officers. sible positions they are taking. peti.tion calling for a Bethlehem ally facing some embarrassment Some published accounts of why James J. * * * * * ?rdmance on dog htter, ~~t my.hat and mild penalty for repeated vio Gauthier's trial in Albany County Court was lS off to her. (a'.'d the pe~llIon slgn- lations, will prove to be adequate dismissed by the judge, together with a de Another aspect of the matter involves the ers) for bnngmg th,S Issue to a to encourage most people to obey fense attorney's statements thereafter, County of Albany rather than Bethlehem head. the law. And with appropriate seemed to insinuate misbehavior by Bethle directly. To some people, $500,000 bail ap The tri·villages pride them- warnings (plus the censure oflaw hem police. The intimation is indeed a seri pears excessively high. And the 18 months selves on being neat residential abiders),pickingupafterFidowill ous one which clearly called for inquiry, that elapsed between Mr. Gauthier's arrest communities full of youngsters become, second nature to almost and his trial- while he sat in jail - seems playing in shady yards and with all mature adults. clarification, and - if possible - a rebuttal. mature citizens striding purpose extraordinarily excessive in view of the fact The 'question of penalties is Under the direction of the town's principal fully on health-giving, recreational he finally walked out free. secondary, a red herring. In es civil officer, Supervisor Kenneth J. Ringler, a walks along pleasant roadsides. thorough investigation was promptly under But, as the petitioners remind us, sence, such a law is an extension of The prisoner probably was in double the licensing and leash laws cre taken by Police Chief Paul E. Currie. Its trouble from the outset: in addition to being there's the rub. Too many yards and streets are booby traps await ated for the protection of the pub findings are not yet complete enough to be charged with attempted murder of two po lic against unwarranted damage. made public, but the Supervisor quite evi ing the unwary, as a result of the licemen, he was from out-of-state and was Such laws can and do work, and dently has found some grounds for confi selfish behavior of dog-owners who found to have a background of involvement can't be bothered to do the decent the effect is a cleaner, more obvi dence in the integrity of the police officers with the law. To ensure his appearance for a thing and clean up after their ani ously self-respecting community. involved. Until the inquiry is completed and trial, the large bail requirement was set. (On mals. APproval of the proposed ordi a full report made, the public in fairness the other hand, The Spotlight's report at the The ordinance is needed, first nance is a test of common sense would do well to withhold judgment. time of the arrest stated that after arraign of all, as a public statement that for the Town Board, now that it is ment in Bethlehem town court he was re courteous, civilized behavior is able to confront the issue by virtue The credibility of the department and of manded to the county jail in lieu of just $2,500 expected of all of us-including on of the action of a considerable individual members is not to be questioned bail even though the first-degree attempted this particular issue. It would inci number of people. And following lightly. Unfortunately, this already has been murder charge already had been made, along dentally serve as a rebuff to those the letter and spirit of such a desir done in a daily newspaper editorial headed with three other counts. All these were dis people who will argue that their able regulations is, essentially, a "Disturbing justice in Bethlehem" that raised missed by the judge.) . rights somehow are being com test of good citizenship for,allthose questions which seem to assumejmproper promised if they are obligated to residents to whom it will apply. police conduct. District Attorney Sol Greenberg explains do the proper, thoughtful, sanitary We will look for timely approval that the prisoner's lS-month wait for trial was acts that they should be willing to by the Town Board, with perhaps a . On the contrary, until all facts are gath attributable to a heavy backlog in the court's undertake voluntarily. bit less readiness to make bad jokes ered, the officers deserve every opportunity trial calendar, largely as a result of narcotics about a good idea brought to its to provide satisfactory responses in the offi cases and drug-involvement cases. In this Undoubtedly the "forum" on agenda by good citizens. this matter will hear objections cial inquiry; and Chief Currie and Supervi respect, Mr. Gauthier was a victim of the Dog Owner sor Ringler deserve support for the respon- present state of our society. based on a suitable penalty for violation of the ordinance. First of (Name submitted) all, the' fact of the regulation, as Delmar 'All the news that's . .. ' Hempstead burn site In the news business, perhaps more than classified and display advertising. In our news in any other occupation, an element of arbi columns, we are conservative in presenta unlike Bethlehem's trary selectivity always plays an important tion of items and language that many of our role. Time restrictions (most acutely in the readers would rightly regard as offensive or Editor, The Spotlight: Island Sound represent 5O-percent of the area within 25 miles of electronic media), and space limitations in in bad taste. In certain police and courtcases, The recent letter to The Spot light from American Ref·Fuel's Hempstead. There are no surface print media, mandate judgments that are we do not present "interesting" but irrele public-water supplies serving Long inevitably both objective and personal. vant items that might reflect poorly on the project manager raises questions as to the validity of data being used Island communities, and the dairy As some letters that we publish this week defendants. Weare circumscribed by geog to justify siting a large incinerator and truck-garden farms have been raphy; we focus our resources and attention replaced by housing. suggest, some readers of The Spotlight News ~lehem. ~m!PIIl'lIItates papers didn't take kindly to a policy we an on the towns that we call home, no matter 1!!'lft health risk projections for the Atmospheric releases from the nounced in an editorial last week; namely, for how compelling some rally or event outside e,l~thlehem site .1!'"e i?ased ?n the Bethlehem facility deposited on reasons we consider to be appropriate, we our local communities may appear to be. Hempstead facility, mcludlng ef land surfaces may result in con would refrain from publishing announce fettS on milk, food, and water. tamination of milk, food, and water And, in cornmon with every news desk in ments of "peace" rallies which may give The environmental character sources. A significant portion of every medium everywhere, we cannot begin encouragement to Hussein to delay compli istics of the two sites are com the land area within 25 miles of the to do justice to the time and space requests Bethlehem site are watershed ance with the UN resolutions, negatively pletely different. The Hempstead from an endless list of publicity appeals. The areas serving as a source of drink affect the morale of our troops, or result in facility presents no health risk from "news" that we are unable to print week after consumption of milk, food, or ing water for residents in Bethle breaches of the peace. week is substantial. Selectivity is unavoid water. hem and cities of Albany, Troy, That previous editorial would have done able with The Spotlight, as it is with NBC, The The Atlantic Ocean and Long HEMPSTEAD/ page 8 well to note that there are, in fact, a variety of New York Times, and even CNN. circumstances in which The Spotlight News papers decline to publish information from In keeping with a recognition of that cir SPOTLIGJIT NEWSPAPERS Edilor &: Pllblishtr- Richard Ahlstrom outside sources. Some of these are commer cumscription, we will of course continue to Assistant to lht Edilorl cial - for example, we don't accept "900" do our very best to publish those items that TilEt- I. Edilorial Page Edilor - Dan Button phone-number promotions and misleading we believe will be of interest to our readers. SpoTIGnT Assislmfllo 1M Publisher - Mary A. 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PAGE 6 - February 27, 1991 - The Spotlight Uncle Dudley • Coming back to life wzth Mary For several years in the late like a chipmunk, and Rhoda, Sue * * * * * Six substantial issues 1970s and early '80s, I was one of Ann, and Georgette fading fast.J've In fact, the whole program may millions of peoplewho "lived again" purposely omitted Mary from that turn out to be a springboard for - relived, that is, the adventures enumeration for numerous rea the launching of a project I've had concern airport's future of Mary Richards, a communica sons, the most cogent of which is in the works for the last dozen The contributor of this Point of View, a Colonie resident, is a tions pro in the city of Minneapo that she is, after all, our Mary. years: the Mary Tyler Moore former member of the Albany County Legislature (J?84-87J .. He.is lis. Also, I faithfully believe that the Museum. vice president ofthe Shaker Heritage Society and chamnan ofIts SIte, · t intervening years since she last Loca I TV statIons were gran - According to proj'ections, this commiitee; the organization is charged with preservation of the '1 f...... M closed the door of the WJM ing us d111 y re-runs 0 1 He ary would be located right in Minnea- Shaker properties adjoining the Albany County Airport. " k af . newsroom have been markedly Tyler Moore Show wee ter polis, in order to capture the true By Robert P. Reilly week, year after year, untI'1 fi nall y kinder to her than to her col- setting of those magic seven years. the tapes and perhaps even the leagues. A multitude of issues ratings ran down and our afterlife We would create the necessary abound involving the d h In watching the special, I was sets in an appropriate location, Albany County Airport. Do';nt o~.View finally came to an en . Per aps struck by how basically different accessible to all the millions of The primarY one to be _ r I • 'J that was just as well, because the my impression of all the various tourists that Minneapolis undoubt- res'olved before ------TV was putting the shows on at characters was from what we were dl t Th 4:30 or 5 p.m., and this meant my e y attrac s every year. . ere considering others is the h seeing in the long-ago episodes. would be separate, though con- concept of the airport .as an asset that can be sold. cutting the workday quJtes ort on Finally, the probable reason stru.ck nected, sets for the newsroom, with most afternoons. h The County Executive seems determined to use the airport as me: I was accustomed to watc mg Mary's desk next to Murray's; a means to balance the county budget. At first, he used the Then last week CBS did us all a the program on a black-and-white - Lou's cubbyhole; Ted's dressing popular concept of privatization in an kind of favor with its 9O-minute TV set, and there they all were in • room; the broadcast booth where attempt to sell the airport. Upon rejection special that included quite a few glaring colors. Ithinkthatperhaps he delivered the endless collec of this idea by the FAA on legal grounds he ep!sode~ and a larger number of I liked the monochromatic effect' tion of boners; Mary's attempted to sell the right to manage it. qUIck slIces from am~ng the 168 better. Well, by the time. the 25th apartment(s) _ there were two of When that, too, failed on legal grounds he programs that had lIghted our anniversary show is unrolled I'll them at different times weren't turned to the concept of selling nearby Saturday nights for seven years most likely be better prepared. there?' Rhoda's' perhaps 'even Sue land with the righ t of managing the airport beginning in 1970. Ann's 'bedroo~. You'd enter the going to the buyer of the land, But also featured in the special Actually, I wasn't too pleased by display via the street where she This kind of fiscal gimmickry is what (as you must know) were the 1991 the selection of snippets they pre- -tossed her hat. versions of the original cast Oess sented us last week. The edItors has gotten the State into a budget crisis. A the late Ted Baxter/Knight). That and producers had picked out the Plans are still in the works. I'll similar fate awaits Albany County if it may have been a mistake-better most ·sensational and perhaps be sure to keep you posted as they continues to pursue this course. Ifprogress to have let us live with our memo- overplayed shows (Chuckles, develop. Send your ideas; a prize is to be made in better management of our airport, the idea of ries however dimmed or distorted Georgette's baby, Sue Ann's sex will be offered for the best sugges selling it as an asset must be abandoned. the~e may be, than to see Lou drive) rathertha,nmanyofthemore tions. It will consist of a one-way The second issue to be addressed is the needfor development. looking 93 years old (he's 61), subtle and sentImental pro!p'ams. ticket for two to Minneapolis by Much of the rather emotional demand for major development is Murrav seemillJ( more than ever But you can't have everythmg. Mohawk Airlines. . based on purely anecdotal evidence, We repeatedly hear how business people come to Albany to consider locating their business Constant Reader here but, upon seeing the airport, immediately dismiss the Albany area as a possible site, Such anecdotes are the only evidence to Rx for the winter's blahs support the need for a new airport, and the recent decision of a large insurance company to locate in Malta contradicts hearsay Why don'( we try a double headed "Anti-romance: and in- line: Sometimes the obit writers stories of people who dismiss the Albany area becau~e of the header review this week? Two eludes "Relatives, especialiy chil- fall down": Adolf Klimek, who died condition of the airport. magazines that I imagine relatively dren; best friends, pets, package at 94, had a doctorate from the What is the predicted growth of air traffic? Can the present size few of this column's readers see tours, gung ho health spas, camp- University of Prague, had served accommodate passengers and cargo? These, and coundess other regularly: Travel & Leisure, and grounds with I~V hookups, hotels in the Czech ministry of educa questions shouldbe answered before assumingthatdevelopment Washingtonian. Their February decorated like British men'selubs, tion, was imprisoned by the Ger of any magnitude is needed here. issues, in this case. laGuardia airport, a cruise on mans, later became secretary rough seas, singles resorts, a long- general of the Catholic People's A third issue is cost. The Knickerbocker Arena was funded by lf I had been more on the ball many "hidden" reveilUe streruns, including a $1.5 million item in the Travel & Leisure feature that distance ride on a bus, any hotel Party and a member of Parliament the annual county budget and a two percent bed tax on all hotels caught my eye would have been in with carpeting on the walls, Niag- before fleeing from the Cominu and motels in the county (which will not be available to another the column earlier in the month, ara Falls, poison ivy, mosquitoes." . nists to the U.S., where he founded the Council of Free Czechoslova large-scale county-supported project.) The cow has been milked before Valentine's Day. It's titled: dry. . "Swept Away - the best places on kia while supplementing his in earth for romance." come asa piano teacher and tuner. In addition, taxpayers are extremely warY of cost projections of the County Executive due to his record of cost increases for the In a half-dozen beautifully illus His obit headline: Adolf Klimek, Piano Tuner. arena. Finally, the economic condition of the state and country trated pages, the feature is divided dictates an extremely conservative approach to initiating major into 10 categories, as follows: Harry Bachrach had spirited projects. "Most romantic" resort, hotel six people out of Vienna after the lobby, hotel view, hotel room, inn, Fourth is the issue of the impact of development on the Nazi occupation. He was listed as surrounding area The airport unquestionably is aregional service. city hotel, and pool; plus the best "Necktie Maker." bikini beach, best sweater beach, In fact, participation of surrounding counties in decisions and world's best parking spot. A woman who had taught the concerning the airport is certainly a valid question. learning-disabled, served in the .. * ..... A selection is made, of course, WACS and with the Urban Land in each category as the "most," but On the other side of the equation is the impact of airport Institute, later performing volun development on residents in the immediate area of the airport. two or three runners-up are of teerwork for the Red Cross, Meals fered as well. Most romantic re Little consideration is given to the impact of development on the on Wheels, and American Cancer quality of life of residents in areas nearby. sort? TI,e San Pietro at Positano, Society, receive this obituary head Italy. Hotel lobby? Claridge's in line: Katherine J. Hepner, Volun Fifth is the issue of ownership. Privatization has b.ecome a London. View: From the Regent in All of which served to put me in teer. popular term with the implication that in every case the private Hong Kong. Room? Soniat House, mind of one of the most romantic sector can "do it better." We must not dismiss the essential role New Orleans. Beaches? Lizard lines ever composed. It' s from "The As a constant reader of the obit of government which includes legislating for the common good Island, Australia, and Gleneden, Lover: by Lady Mary Wortley pages, I was fascinated by this little and providing essential services such as schools, publicassistance, Oregon. Parking spot? Fraser Is Montagu, written about 150 years feature, as I was by a short piece arid a judicial system. Within this purview is provision of air land, at the bottom of Australia's ago: by Victor Gold, "The sound of rain service as essential to the public welfare. This position is confirmed Great Barrier Reef ('17 miles of "And we meet, with chrunpagne is nice - until you realize it isn't by the Federal government through its ongoing support of air beach). Inn? Oustau de Baumani and a chicken, at last." raining." The subject is the hear service. The FAA's refusal to allow the county to sell the airport ing impairment known as tinnitus, ere, Les Baux-de-Provence, • * * * * for a profit derives from this principle. None of this precludes the France. City hotel? TIle Draycott, about which you have read previ county from hiring a professional company to manage or develop London. Pool? At the Hotel Pitrizza, In the Washingtonian, which ously on this page. The writer is the airport; however, the county should not abrogate its Costa Smeralda, Sardinia. unquestionably is the ·most suc one of"36 million Americans vexed nisponsibility to provide this service, which is too important to put cessful metropolitan magazine, two by an inner-ear condition that's entirely in the hands of the private sector. If the county does If tl,e world situation has you slight features interested me, per almost as baffling to doctors today confined to the U.S.A for now, choose to have a private concern develop the airport it should be haps for somewhat personal con as it was in the seventh century extremely cautious of its own fiscal exposure. these are runners-up between our siderations. B.C., when the Assyrians wrote of shores: Ventana Inn, Big Sur, Cali Sixth is the issue of the environment. The airport is located in Oneconcernsthewaythatsome 'a ghost that seizes on a man and fornia (romantic resor!); Jenny makes his ears sing,'" the center of the Town of Colonie with a heavy density of both Lake Lodge, GrandTeton National newspapers describe the lives of residential and commercial development. The infrastructure, as Park, Wyoming (romantic Inn); citizens as their names enter the If your eaI's are constantly ring well as the environment, of the area already is under tremendous . Hotel Bel-Air, Los Angeles (roman obituary columns. The references ing, whistling, hissing, you'll find stress. The recent and ongoing pollution of Shaker Creek (and, tic city hotel). are all from the Washington Post, special interest in this ar ticle; and subsequently, Colonie's water supply) by chemical runoff from but local newspaper readers will if you know someone who com the airport is only one example on the problem. The feature has a few added recognize the style, too. Some plains of such an ailment, it may entertaining SQuibs. Among them, examples from a short feature, help you to gain some insights and In addition, the Ann Lee Pond Preserve, at 172 acres the largest this appealed most to me: It's "Summing up a rich life in a head- compassion. AIRPORT/ page 8 The Spotlight - FebrualY 27, 1991 - PAGE 7 Be budgetary increase It is those who fight 'Buying' computers draws his criticism - without real dollars Editor, The Spotlight: who hate war the most War is not a game. It is not fun. Editor, The Spotlight: puters. With the additional com· ~n age 3 of The Spotlighfs Feb. Editor, The Spotlight: 20 Issue, we read a headline: "BC I am a veteran who has felt the Ask anyone who has been there. The Elsmere PTA extends its putersand discs, we can use all the No one hates war more than the gratitudeforthegeneroussupport previous software as well as cur budget plan calls for 10.6 percent pain of wounds and lived the hor increase." Dr. Leslie Loomis (for rors of war. I travel extensively, soldiers who must fIght it to cor by this community during the rent hardware. We selected care rect political failure. Wars kill. recent "Apples for Computers' fully to ensure full use of all com· whom I have the highest regard) and am an avid reader. I devour at least three or four papers daily, a Stupidity kills more, over a longer campaign. This effort involved puter equipment. has presented this nearly $30.5 million operating budget. dozen magazines a month, listen period. Freedom is not free. It is co!lecti?n of yellow grocery re- Grand Union, Castle Comput to the radio, and even watch TV bought by the blood and anguish celpts Issued from local Grand ers of Latham, and Ms. Linda Going onto page 7, we read the (but not so often that it impairs my of warrior who must protect the Umon stores. Benton have been instrumental in ~eadline, "An appetite for spend ability to think). As I write, today's very ingrates who demonstrate We were able to "purchase' our quest to reach our goal. The mg fostersfisca1 failure,' on a Point papers featured articles on dem against them. Otherwise, those threeAppleIIGScomputers, three continued interest and support of of View column from our most onstrations nationwide. I added all "activists' and demonstrators Apple 5.25 disc drives, and several our Elsmere faculty and students able Assemblyman, John J. Faso. them· up, and came up with ap would not have the freedom to sofiwareprogramsspecificforele- made this project possible. proximately2,OOO protestors in the exercise those views. mentary·age children. No real Sometimes it appears peoplere- Just the headlines alone clearly whole movement That's news? Saddam is a cancer. You can money exchanged hands! ceive newsworthy comment only indicate who is the most prudent They are noisy, obnoxious, ill-in catch it early and remove it; or let The Elsmere school currently on actions promised and not deliv· and concerned about our overall formed, and, worst of all, hiding it remain, and hope it will go away. uses Apple II and Apple lIe com- ered. This community has pulled· citizenry. A review of our school their anti-America", feelings be You can run away just so long. You together and the actions have re- budget for the past 30 years indi hind a false facade of "We support suited in a wonderful promise for cates the tremendous spending can ignore problems until they get Slingerlands school the troops, not the war' slogan. too big to deal with, oryoucan face future Elsmere students. We truly demands conjured for an impor, That's pure nonsense. They enjoy appreciatethismarvelouscommu· tant program, but also cruel and up to them and deal with them. gains its computers the opportunity to manipulate the This is what so many of our dem nity effort. inconsiderate pressure on 'our mass media and gain center stage Editor, The Spotlight: R ., Met residents. We do take into consid· onstrators can't admit. They are atncta . apor a eration, however, the inflation, for a brief moment. They aid and afraid to deal with realities. - On behalf of the Slingerlands abet an enemy during a time of School PTA. wewould like to thank Elsmere PTA Apples for student population, a selective war-and that, in my book, is what Roger Wheeler the parents, relatives, friends, and success, and the importance of a traitors are best at. East Schodack neighbors for the thousands of Computers coordinator. wholesome and progressive edu cash-register tapes you saved for cation for our youth. our school. This champagne dream migh t o Hempstead burn site Ourgoalwas more than doubled o Airport readily be accepted by our resi (From Page 6) What happens to toxic pollu!- successfully,and ourcompulerand (From Page 1) d~nts with present-day, much and Watervliet. Local farms pro- ants in the regular trash? Are they accessories will be arriving soon. hIgher salaries; by families with duce significant amounts of milk discharged to the atmosphere Many thanks to those who proved double-plus incomes; by tunnel and garden produce. The environ- during incineration? themselves as caring and involved preserve in the town, is in the vision priorities on budget-line mental characteristics cannot be Any claims of widespread com citizens of our community. immediate vicinity and under items. But it is not well received by compared to the Hempstead site. munity support for the Bethlehem We would also like to say thanks constant threat of destruction from families who are not in those fore American Ref-Fuel claims that incinerator seem premature par to Grand Union for providing this airport expansion. The same going categories. "water passing through incinera- ticularly when no information has opportunity for our school to earn problems confront the Watervliet tor "ash only' landfills provides beenprovidedastoenvironmental Shaker site, which is of great Hopefully, we can count on our computer equipment and thus Board of Education and educa water close to drinking water releases. The potential health helping to improve the quality of historieal significance and tional staff to understand a more quality, whi~h cannot be said for hazards have yet to be evaluated. the education our children are supports numerous cultural and water. I?assmg through .landfills Responsible government offi- educational activities. realistic approach in arriving at an receiving. appropriate and overall consider contaim.ng regulw: trash. cialsmustcarefullyweigh the risks Kathy Gutman' The issues involved with ate solution. 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Delmar, N.Y. 12054 I L-:-______...::... ______-,- ___J L:0t fully know: ~e_believe it ,:u~ __ ~ (S~8) 439-m~ _....;..J PAGE8-Fab1U1II)I27, 1991 -7heSpotlight -~.------~~.--~~----~------: 'Time to stand up Reader takes issue to war nay-sayers' Stop Hussein's violent Editor, The Spotlight: immoral acts, but- with our position I would like to express my Editor, The Spotlight: posely censoring anti-war activity wholehearted support for your Editor, The Spotlight: those opposing the war were aid- In an editorial of Jan. 23, you ing and abetting Saddam Hussein. Disgust is noUoo strong a word is appalling. I, for one, will not fi decision to stop promotion of anti to describe what I feel about The nancially support a newspaper that war activities. It's about time that a criticized people opposed to the This is patently untrue. His ac engages in such censorship. I will member of our print media has war in the Persian Gulf, because lions are violent and immoral and Spotlight's decision to censor they hadn't followed the pattern of he must be stopped from behaving community announcements of anti- continue to read The Spotlight at taken a stand for what is right and . war activities, as was made known the library, but I am cancelling my has stood up to the nay-sayers and Vietnam warprotestersand waited as he did in Kuwait, but there are subscription. America-bashers. five years to register their outrage economic and diplomatic ways of in an editorial published in the about a needless and destructive doing that. Feb. 20 issue. Finally, in response to Annie The anti-war activists have a Bagley's letter to the editor, pro war. Because I was busy speaking The Spotlight says it has "a duty right to say whatever they want, testing thewar and praying are not but they have no right to expect That seemed quite illogical to out against the war in so many to refrain from printing announce mutually exclusive. Ms. Bagley is me, since I assumed it was much other ways, I didn't feel motivated ments of activities which might others to do their promotional work righ~ we should be on our knees better to learn from history than to to write until seeing your editorial result in breaches of the peace." for them. Freedom of the press praying for peace. But our prayers also includes the right not to print. repeat it. We now know something of Feb. 20. It made me feel sad to Does this mean that announce must -be authentic. Those of us that most Americans didn't realize read a message that contained the ments of "support the troops" ral who are Christians must also pray Besides, it seems that Sad dam at the start of our involvement in word peace in quotation marks. A lies will also be censored? Because, for the strength to love our enemy Hussein himself has already done Vietnam; our government is ca- . message that endorsed censorship of course, it was at "support the and to follow Jesus's way of non the best advertising for the pro pable of lying to us and misrepre- of one whole spectrum ofloyal and troops" rallies that several of the violent love. testers, when he publicly ex senting our actions in other parts committed public opinion, in the most publicized incidents of vio pressed his gratitude to them for Ellen Kell:rLind of the world as a way of continuing name of not sending "a mixed sig lence occurred. Or is this policy their activities. If the likes of Mr. to carry out immoral (and some- nal to Saddam Hussein about this' really about The Spotlight's opin Delmar Hassein was thanking me for my times illegal) policiesthatthey have country's resolve ... ion, as explained to me ip a phone 'All open local events -effort, I would seriously reconsider decided are "in our best interests," Mickie Lynn conversation with publisher Rich my actions. I wonder if the brave withouttheinterferencethatwould ard Ahlstrom, that anti-war activi deserve paper's note' men and women who are daily come from a well-informed public. Delmar ties aid and abet the enemy? Since Editor, The Spotlight: putting their lives on the line be This is certainly the case about when is publicly participating in cause of this madman are equally thiswarto "liberate Kuwait, "which 'No substitute for victory' democracy aiding and abetting? Hey! Freedom of speech and assembly is as American as apple grateful. already has resulted in many casu Editor, The Spotlight: The media has been hampered Bill Monthie alties. pie. Even in a war wiih a ruthless Colonie Much of the American press in its efforts to cover the Persian dictator, democracy should shine Your editorial policy continued Gulf war by the Pentagon's ag 'Dangerous precedent' seems to have a supra-national its brigh test! to be more and more offensive to unconcern with who wins the Gulf gressive management of the news. me as time went on. The first ar To see a local newspaper add to Mariy patriotic Americans re Editor, The Spotlight: war, as long as it can report it in ticle that indicated The Spotlight excruciating detail. this news management by pur- spect and pray for the fine young This is a protest against your wished to intimidate those who men and women serving in the undemocratic decision not to care enough to oppose their Your Feb. 20editorial, "Promot Persian Gulf, and still demonstrate publicize peace rallies--only those ingpeace;principles, too" indicates Editorial 'dismaying' their hope for a speedy end to the government's actions in the Gulf that are pro-war! was the Uncle Dudley column The Spotlight knows which side it Editor, The Spotlight: war. For one thing, hatred toward Your decision sets a dangerous entitled "Today'sfifth column. "The ison.Onceengagedinwarthereis the West is growing among Islamic no substitute for victory. I was dismayed by your edito- populations in Asia and Africa, as precedent. I believe it may have title speaks for itself, but for those rialdecisionannouncedintheFeb. well as in the Middle East. Presi been Abraham Lincoln who said, who missed the historical refer Name submitted ~O issue .that you will not provid~ dent Bush's dream ofU. S. partici "When you qualify freedom, be ence, it w~s an accusation that Delmar inf~rm~tlOn on so-called pea~ pation in the creation of a "new ware of the consequences." Per rallIes In your. newspaper· WhIle world order" may be thwarted if haps you should reconsider your you h~ve the ~h~ to decIde what . the war drags on. (fltere is also position on the matter. WE SELL u ..., .. you WIll publt~h! I~ ~ms to me the cost: in lives, borrowed money, Voorheesville Ann A. Eberle PRIME BEEF that you are dlmlnIshInl!" the free- and unmet needs.) doms we so proudly WIsh to de- . _ HOURS: Tues.-Fri. 9-& fend. We appreciate one of your !he SpotlIght has a readershIp SaIB-5, Closed Su •• , Mon. Vox Pop is The Spotlight's public P,lclI$ tdf.cliVII th,. 312/91 major functions, to keep us in- whIch repr~~nts a broad spec forum. All letters on matters o/Iocal WE ACCEPT FOOD STAMPS formed impartially of all events trum of opmlOn. I fet;l all local. interest will be considered. Writers taking place in the immediate area; events open to the pub~c deserve are encouraged to keep their letters yourreadercanbetrustedtomake note, regardless of ed,tor prefer as brie/ as possible. Letters will be choices according to his/her con- ence. editedfortaste, style.iairness, accu science and preference. Delmar Elizabeth Mattox racy, and length. Delmar Ursula H. Poland "-ll_~' FOR INSURANCE . -CJ..;: '---LIIII-'--Io.~~ = ~[;)~©D&[1 = Greg Turner BurtIi. Anthony 40" X 60" REFLECTIVEiSlGN (medium copy) It's lax seasoll. Are you lookillg f<)r ways 7 Background to san' Oil la\:t:'~? ()f course \'OU are! colors available ONLY We Offer A (:OIl1l' ill 10 allY ;\lbaIlY S(lYi;lg"S Balik $97c~RED hrallch . " The Spotlight - February 27. 1991 - PAGE 9 BC art students win scholastic awards Sports camp country. registration begins On The Senior Side Gold keys, blue ribbons and At Bethlehem Central High Ken Petersen, Albany Jewish ! other prizes were among the hon ors awarded to art students of area School, the following students won Community Center health and physical education director, and Dinner outing planned of Retired Persons. schools who entered the National awards: Andrea Rosen, Carolyn Brian Robinson, assistant health Scholastic Art Awards Competi Saffody, Julie Westerhouse, Jason On Thursday, March 14, the and physical education director, The course will be held Thurs tion for the Eastern New York Ching, Jennifer Grand, Amy Reb Bethlehem seniorvan will pick any will fill the same roles at the New day and Friday, March 28 and 29, region at The New York State bit, Michael Bienvenue, Tom senior citizens up at home at an Camp Shalom Sports Camp. TIle from noon to 4 p.m. at Bethlehem Museum in Albany. Winning en Conway, Kimberley Evans, appointed time for dinner at the only total sports camp in the Capi Town Hall, room 106. The course tries will be exhibited at The New Kristina Frati, Jennifer Googins, Weathervane Restaurant Reserva Joel Hallenbeck, Rachel Kennedy, tal Distric~ the camp focuses on tions are a must; call 439-4955. is open to anyone 50 years of age York State Museum through the complete development of each or older, for a fee of $10. Those. March 5. Timothy leClair, Lesley Levallen, Driving course offered participant's athletic potential. completing the course will be" en Works by blue ribbon finalists Kimberley McGuiness, Jeanine Bethlehem Senior Services will Peterson, Joshua Rosen, Tracey Time will be commiued each day titled to a 10 percent discount on and portfolio nominees will next to enhancing skills in baseball, by accepting reservations for the their automobile liability and colli go to the national competition in Smith, Jennifer Tucker, Christine 55 Alive Safe Driving Course start Koniowka and Karyn Kotion. basketball, soccer and tennis: TIle sion insurance. To register for this Philadelphia, Pa. to bejudged with recreational sports of nag football ing March 1. The course is spon limited-size class, call 439-4955, entries from students around the and ultimate frisbee will be taught" sored by the Tri-Village Chapter extension 170, between 8:30 a.m. and played. 1598 of the American Association and 4:30 p.m. There will be two sessions: July 1 to 12, and July 15 to 26, each YMCA launches winter program featuring one field trip and, at least one expert guest lecturer. Each TheAlbanyYMCNswinter1991 Pre-registration is required for all day will begin with activities de programming session begins programs. No mail or phone regis signed to increase each camper's Monday, March 4, and continues trations are accepted. You say you're worn out with the weekday individual fitness level. TI,e coed through April 24. Albany YMCA Babysitting is available Monday program, for grades two to five, is members may register two weeks through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 routine, where you get ready for work, appropriately age-divided. Priority prior to the beginning of classes. p.m for members and program registration for NCC members Non-members may register for participants while they are taking begins Feb. 28. Center member programs one week in advance. a class. pray the car starts," gas up, fight traffic, fig- ship is open to everyone. Youth programs include karate, " ure where to park, and then drag your judo, beginner gymnastics, ad SIDEWHEELER vanced beginner gymnastics, inter exhausted body up to your desk-and don't ? RESTRAURANT mediate/advanced gymnastics, kindergym and swim, and peewee Check with you wish you could just park for free gym and swim. ' State Farln Adult fitness programs include somewhere and relax in a comfortable Baine Van De Carr the basic workout, forever fit, Rt. 9W~ (So. 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Plus, to find out about our new Save & 427-1101 Ride, a discounted fare program for frequent " riders, call the CDrA information center today, 482-8822. WE OFFER: • FREE In-home Consu~ation • FREE Installation (full-time installer on staff) • Complete Price -No Hidden Charges • Exclusive Factory Direct Line at 70% Off WE CARRY: • Verticals. Mini/Micro Blinds. Wood Blinds • Duettes • Pleated Shades COMPLETE LINE OF CUSTOM DRAPERiES 110 WATERVLIET AVENUE· ALBANY, NY 12206 3191 PAGE 10 - February 27, 1991 - The Spotlight Clarksville school launches program Playing around designs The Clarksville PTA will kick- The month-long program will - off its March Parents as Reading officially begin on March 1 as the . Partners (PARP) programat7p.m. new PARP flag, donated by on Feb. 28 with a schoolwide Clarksville parents Dave and Pat "Writers Fair" to be held at Gaul, will be presented. Clarksville Elementary School. "BeAllThatYou Can Be: READ" , Guest author Joyce Hunt will be is the theme for the March PARP featured for grades 3 to 5, and program, which willincludea book • George Ward, a local storyteller/fait a caree•. week {March 18 to musician will thrill children in 21)'and Clarksville's fourth annual grades K through 2. Student-au- "read-in"onMarch28at7p.m.For thored books will also be on dis- information, contact Jackie Pap- play. palardi at 439-8622. Five Rivers offers program for educators Five Rivers Environmental . workshop. Materials from Project Education Center,located on Game Wild and other sources will be Farm Road, Delmar, will offer an provided. Arbor Day educator workshop on Wednesday,. March 20, from 3:30 The program is free of charge, to 5:30 p.m. Teachers looking for and open to teachers and youth ways to incorporate Arbor Day leaders. For information and reg (April 26) activities into their class- istration, call Five Rivers Center at rooms will enjoy this hands-on 475-0291. Networks offers course for parents On Thursdays from Feb. 28 District Offices, from 7:30 to 9:30 through May 9, the STEP/Teen p.m.CalltheBethlehemNetworks Program will present a training/ Project at 439-7740 to register. Kirk Baughman, owner of Timberforms discussion group for parents of There will be a fee of $15 for 10 Jeremy Mandelkem holds a painting of teens at the Bethlehem Central weeks. Playgrounds in Baldwinsville, tells a class one of the items that could be included in at Slingerlands Elementary School about the playground's. final design. the. design of their future playground. Elaine McLain ( :r·-~·--"'·'·-· Trim Your U"~'l=' I.):r"'...... u"' ..ep'''''''' : i=-;== Taxes with a ,- i:! C,.> """'"',....,_ ..... _, Five Rivers Environmental I h .."",,, . 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PAGE 11 L-______.__ Bouton students win Senior citizens to preview ReS show The Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk 4 at 7:30 p.m. TIle meeting will be kirk Senior High School are fund-raising contest Senior High School's drama club at Selkirk Fire Station No. 1. The Carolyn Canuteson and Robert will present a special senior citizen residents will be discussing traffIc Burns. The Clayton A. Bouton Junior performance of Agatha Christie's on Route 396and the truck stop on Canutson, a senior, is the daugh Senior High School in "Witness for the Prosecution," on Route 144. For information, con ter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Ca Voorheesville placed fIrst in the Thursday, Feb. 28 at 2.p.m. in the tact Robin Reed at 767-2304. nuteson of South Bethlehem. She Voorheesville senior high auditorium. Capital District Leukemia Society News Notes is a member of the art club and Annual Type-A-Thon. Business All area senior citizen groups Roast beef dinner set active on her church choir and students demonstrated their best Susan Casler 765-2144 and seniors are invited to attend A roast beef dinner will be held youth group. collecting $505 for this worthy this special, free showing. For in on Saturday, March 2, at the Beth cause. The highest achiever was formation, ca1l Judy Sylvester at lehem Grange Route 396 in Sel Burns, also a senior, is the son of Sam Neff with $133 followed by have Jan Rutland discuss Antique 756-6406 or 756-2155. kirk. Ticketsare $7 for ad ults, $3.50 Mr. and Mrs. Robert Burns of Rebecca Bryden with $124. These Bottles from the National Bottle for children and free of children Selkirk. Captain of the bowling Museum. This lecture will take Regular performances will be two students received a walkman Friday, March 1 and Saturday, under 5. team, he recently bowled a perfect and T-shirt as their prizes. place at the Wyman Osterhout 300 game. He also is an Eagle Community Center in New Salem March 2 at 8 p.m., and Sunday, Others collecting more than $40 March 3 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $3 Pre-k program gets funding Scout. were: John Cook, Metisa Cooper, at 8 p.m. The public is invited, and for adults and' $2 for students. Ra ven a- Co eym ans-Selkirk Students of the Month for Feb Sam Saleh and Justin Perry. Oth· refreshments will be served. PIE groups meet tonight CentralSchoolwillreceivejustover ruary are Beth Kane and Robert ers who supported this project $80,000 from the state to pay this Kudos for firefighters There will be a joint meeting of Feuerbach. were Anajanette Ohlerking, Elicia year's costs for its pre-kindergar Schachne, Bill Jeffers and Rick On Saturday, Feb. 16, the Scott the Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk ten program. Kane, a senior, is the daughter DiNovo. and Debbie Bradley had a chim Middle School and High School of Lois Price and Gary Kane of Partners In Educationlonigh~ Feb. In its third year of operation, Quilting ,demostration ney fIre at their Voorheesville Ravena. She is a !)lember of the home. This fIre could have caused 27, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in the pre-k is part of the district's Better On Saturday, March 2, the Vil a tragedy; however, it was circum middle school library. Members Beginnings and Stronger Comple National Honor Society, captain of lage Quilters will give a quilting vented by the prompt reaction of of the executive committee of the tions program designed to identify the girls tennis team, president of demonstration at the Voorheesville the fIre·department. Debbie Bra RCS teachers' union will be pres and help students considered at Future Teachers of America, and a Public Library from 11 a.m. to 4 dley said, "The fIre department's entto discuss the role of parents in risk of not graduating from high member of the Spanish Club, Stu p.m. Quilts will also be evaluated. consideration for our property and the educational process and how it school. dents Against Driving Drunk and Linda O'Connor, Voorheesville feelings went far beyond the, nor changes from elementary through The State Education Depart Key Club. resident and member of the Vil· mal call of duty: high scho~1. ment grant will cover salaries for Feuerbach, a senior, is the son Iage Quilters, will lead a "Reader's the teacher and an aide, bus trans Piano recital Therewill bea time set aside for of Mr. and Mrs. James Feuerbach Quilt" project for ch ildren in fIrst questions and dialogue. All are portation, cafeteria services and a of Selkirk. He is also a member of grade and up on Saturday, March Everyone is invited to 'attend a welcome to attend. For informa consultant. Until now, the program the National Honor Society, Key 9, al 2 p.m. al the library. Register piano recil2l by Shirley M. Green's tion, call Colleen Janssen at 767- was paid for from local funds. Club, Youth Soccer Club, Senior by calling 765-2791. students on Sunday, March 10, at2 3406, or Debbie Moon aI767-9222. Band, Knowledge Master Team p.m. at the Performing Arts Cen Humphrey Bogart and Kathar SAFER meeting set RCS honors students and the Spanish Club. He ranks ine Hepburn will star in the ac· ter,State University at Albany, 1400 number one in the senior class, claimed film "The African Queen" Washington Ave., Albany. The The Selkirk Association For The January Students of the. and was selected to participate in on Friday, March I, at 7 p.m. This students performing will be] aimie Each Resident will meet on March Month at Ravena-Coeymans-Sel- the Price Chopper Scholar Recog will be shown in the library com Glover, Evan l)'Arpino, Sara and nition Program. munity room. Tom Roman, Marianna Ghovanloo, StaCie Gavaletz, Jacob Van DAR chapter Sponsors The Voorheesville Public Li· Zutphen, Kara Odell, Emily Dieck brary Board of Trustees will hold mann, Lauren and Bridget Mur talk at library its monthly meeting on Monday, ray, Courtney Elir.abeth Tedesco, ! March 4, at 7:30 p.m. in the com ~~~EI;;t~?:~1.~ Eastern Europe and the Soviet Amanda Gerhart, Bonnie Polzin, munity room. Union will be the topic of a talk by Terry Stewart, Anne Schryver and Dr. W. Wayne Heisser, of The Bottle lecture set Nick Ranalli. '" . University atAlbany, at Bethlehem On Tuesday, March 5, the New Refreshments will be served Public Library on Monday, March Scotland Historical Society will after the recil2l. Event slated for May 18 4, at7 p.m. Supervisor Ken Ringler has support to beautify the town. Sponsored by the Tawasentha announced that the town of Beth This year, Gary Swan is again Chapter of the Daughters of the lehem is organizing its second chairing the volunteer committee. George W. Frueh Sons annual Community Bethlehem day American Revolution, the talk is Community groups and organi selfor May 18. open to the public. A special invita zations are invited to adopt special tion is extended to women inter Fuel Oil • Kerosene • Diesel Fuel Community Bethlehem is a cleanup or beautification projects ested in DAR membership. For town-wide event that encourages for the morning of May 18. Busi information, contact the member ...... • $,1..... 0. 0...... special spring cleanup projects for nesses, who provided fInancial ship chairman, Mrs. Milton both neighborhoods and public FUelOil . . 'agallon support for the event last year, are Turner, at 439-1437. ·tallj'ort6day;spn.ces· areas. It is also a forum for envi again invited to participate in any ronmentally related town issues way they can. Area schools and Career workshop as well as a time for family outings churches will be called upon to scheduled with food and festivities. contribute their special talent to Cash Only Cash Only Last year, Bethlehem residents the community day. "Careering," a workshop giving M@bir Prayer Line Prayer Line accepted the opportunity to tackle an overview of career development 462-1335 436-1050 462-5351 To become involved or for in dozens of cleanup projects. Resi formation, call Swan at 449-7769. and the job search, will be led by dents and many businesses offered Victor J. De Santis, M.S., at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 28, at the Con sultation Center, Albany. The fee is A T TEN T lOKI $15. For registration and informa BETHLEHEM EMPLOYERS! tion, call 489-4431. Are you tired of out-{)f-sight health insurance premiums? See how affordable our Agri-Care (R) $300 deductible medical and life insurance can be for you! For Example: Individual Age 30 Living Agri-Care 1991 in Bethlehem Monthly Rate* Family $255.46 Couple $194.23 Also... • Remodeling Single $87.55 • Decks "Rates will vary depending upon age, location and plan benefit. • Replacement Windows • Kitchens • Plan Development BRYANT ASSET PROTECTION, INC. J. WIGGAND , 1280 New Scotland Road & SONS Slingerlands, New York GENERAL CONTRACTORS 518/439-1141 GLENMONT, NEW YORK Available through. Agway General Agency. Inc. Underwritten by 434·8550 Prudenuallnsurance Company of America. Newark. New Jersey -OUR 41 ST PAGE 12 - February 27,1991 - The Spotlight Bethlehem Central names honor roll students Bethlehem Central High School Regina Conti. Mandy Conway. rah De Puccio. Kristen Denkers, Christopher Cerezin, Bonnie Cole, Michael Carpenter, Alyssa has announced students on the Shawn Cootware. Brandon Cos John Di Anni. John Dievendorf. DiaCole.JonathanCooke.1ennifer. Conklin. Casey Cornelius. Cori honor roll and high honor roll for tello, Kerry Cross, Merritt Crow Benjamin DiMaggio. James Coon, Andrea Cornell. Mark Cunningham. Melanie Dale, the second marking period. der. Scott Cunningham. Lisa Dolder. Lisa Domermuth. Carolyn Cunningham. Laure Davignon. Suzanne Dorfman, Thomas Dor Honor roll Danziger. Brian Davies. Lisa Doody. Philip Downs, David Drex- James Davis. Brian Decker. gan, Allison Drew. Brian Dudzik. Dearstyne. Julia Defazio. Michael ler, Ryan Dunham. James Dwyer. Heather DeFazio. Amy Kara Dumper. Elizabeth Dunn. Grade 9: Matthew Allyn. Chris Demarest, Kyle Doody. James Adnan Effandi. Paul Engel. Bran- DeGaetano.Christopher Dinneen. Tara Eaton. Gail Fasciani. Myra topher Babbitt. Tamara Backer. Dundon. Lee Eck. Oliver Eslinger. don Englisbe. Matthew Fisher. Bonnie Donaldson. Chelsea Dono- Feldman, SCott Fitzpatrick. Nadia Kamau Bakari. Kerri Battle. JillFerraro.Andrew Finley, George Perry Fraiman. Julia Glick. Jen- van. Kathryn Dorgan. Nicole Govanlu,JenniferGreggo.Jessica Megan Beyer. Bret Bjurstrom. Fisk. Lori Frazier, Melissa Free niferGrand. Craig Gravina. Stacey DuBois. Laurie Dudzik. John Greggo. Suzanne Hansen. Kim Olga Boshart. Sarah Bourguignon. man. Michelle Gamelin. Aimee Hammond, Richard Haskell. Dana Eames. Brian Farrell. Jason Fire- berly Hart. Caroline Jenkins. Cheryl Brannock.Jennifer Brown. Garrow, Seth Gerou, Gregory Gill. Histed. Martin Hogan, Daniel· ovid, Patrick Fish. Scott Fish, Alyssa Kahn. Rachel Kennedy. jonathan Bugler. Eleanor Bunk. JohnGill.ShawnGill,AmyGleckel. Hornick. Garry Hurd.KiraHyman. Darryn Fiske. Megan Flynn, Karen Knickerbocker. Hitomi Sarah Bylsma. Anthony Cambar Rebecca Goggin. Samantha Gor Trine Jacobsen. Michelle Kanuk, j Shawn Flynn. Kristina Frati, Kubo. Gwenn Lazar. Matthew eri. Casey Cannistraci. Brigid don. Christopher Gould. Lesley Charles Kawas, Matthew Kinney. Brenda Fryer. Alissa Furman. Leibman. Brian Lenhardt. Thomas Carroll. Steven Ciccio. Renee Gralnik. Ryan Green. Hope Grenz • Michael Koroluk. Elizabeth Michael Genovese, Nicole Ger- Leyden.ScottLobel.JoshuaLobel. . Ciotti. Rebecca Cole.Joseph Comi. Scott Hasselbarth. Shannon Hill. Kurkjian, Patrick Lalor. David mann. Lori Geurtze. John Goggin, Michael Loegering, Jamie Lyman. Michele Craft. Sarah Crepeau. Laurel Ingraham. Jan Isenberg. Lawrence. Benjamin Lazarus. Jeremy Goldman, Jennifer Goog- Leslie MacDowell. Shannon Jaime Czajka. Patrick DeWilde. Robert Jordan. Michael Kagan. Michael Leyden. Sean Lozada. ins. Michael Hallisey. Michael MacDowell. Saira Malik. Erin John Deyss. Joshua Drew. 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OSTERHOUT & SON, INC. : °1 \. • , .....,., Route 143 - West of Ravena, New York 4 _ Telephone 756-6941 CDAC Mon. - Fri. 8 to 5~ Sat. 8 to 12 Noon 7heSpotlight -February 27. 1991 -PAGE 13 ------ Ladybirds fall in second rO\lnd Three ReS wrestlers finish opponents, as they opened up a 12 The Voorheesville girls basket despite scoring in the last three point lead halfway through the minutes. Langford and Zautner led year at Glens Falls tourney ball team's season came to an end the Birds with 14 points, while last weekend-' in' a second-round Quarter. Once again, however, they loss to Fonda. The LadyIiirds letthe Warriors back into the game Donahue added 11. By Kevin Van Derzee ord stands at 21 wins, eight losses managed to sQueek out a 41-39 in the fourth Quarter. Stillwater's In the next round the Black The Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk and one tie. victory in the fIrst round against dormant offense came alive'in the birds ran into a very tough Fonda Indians, represented by just three Rooney and Knoxwrestled well, Stillwater. fInal period. The shots that they team. They managed just four grapplers, Wrestled in their fInal although they each lost their first were missing started to fall, and points in the fIrst and third Quar tournament of the year last week match. Rooney ended the season The girls received a home court suddenly the game became close. ter, having trouble against the at the Glens Falls Civic Center. with a 14-11 record, while Knox advantage against Stillwater of the After two consecutive three point Brave defense. After taking a 24-14 Freddy Pechette, Chad Rooney tallied 18 wins and 13 losses. Wasaren league. The J3ird'Quickly ers by Janet Calahan and Michele lead into halftime, they stymied and Jason Knox were the RCS Other records are as follows: jumped out against the Warriors Dunn, who led the Warriors with the lllackbird offense and took a wrestlers in the Section II State Adam Smith, 14-10; Tommy to take an 11-2 lead. But the lead 24 points, the Blackbirds lead was 31-18 lead. The Braves continued Qualifier meet. Pechette won his McGrail, 9-9; Brian Irving, 8-8; would slowly diminish in the sec cut to just six points with three' to roll in the fourth Quarter, win minutes left to play. . fIrst match, but then lost to the captain Chris King, 14-9; freshman ond period, as Stillwater utilized a ning 49-30. fourth-place fmisherto end the day John Mantynen, 14-11, Jason strong full-court press to close the Langford again led the lllack and his wrestling career. His rec- Demerest, 11-9; sophomore Dave game to justa two point, 21-19 lead The Warriors continued to Baranska, 22-5-1; Todd Stanton, for the Birds. Coach Nadine Bas climb back into the game, and birds with 12 points, who fInished the season at 11-12, a much im Scouts place high five wins; and Paul Pecora, tWo sler called time out, which worked pulled to within three points with wins. as the Blackbirds became more one and a half minutes left to play. proved record considering they in fund-raising patient on the offensive end. This The Ladybirds had a chance to put won just two games last season. Boy Scouts of Pack 258 recently Randy Beach, Joe Michanew, patience contributed to another the game away with 53 seconds learned they placed second of all Chris Stanton, Steve Dragon, Scott Things look even brighter for Stalker, Jon Engle, Jim Banahan, run by Voorheesville, as they took left to play, as Kristin Foleywentto the Ladybirds in the future. Al the packs in the Twin Rivers Coun a 29-21 lead into halftime. the line for a one and one opportu cil, which covers seven counties Kevin Craft and Mark laRose were though they lose the outsideshoot also members of this year's team. nity. But she missed the front end. ingofKelly Donahue, and the court from Fulton to Albany, for the Courtney Langford, Donna A Blackbird foul Quickly followed, leadership of Laura Pierro, the 1-2 amount of money collected in a Zautner, and Kelly Donahue scored sending a Warrior to the line, which scoring punch of Courntey bowl-a-thon. Many parents and all 29 of Voorheesville's points in was a palace for Warrior players all Langford and Donna Zautner will volunteers helped to make this a the fIrst half. Donahue sparked night, as they went 13 for 17. She return. They can also look forward success. the Birds from outside, while made one of two, making it just a 1~~~lers od.1 to the addition of players from a The Scouts have also collected Bowling honors forihe week of Langford and Zautner continued two point game. The Birds failed talented junior varsity team, which for Operation Mustard Seed and to utilize their two·man passing to convert on a one and one oppor took the Colonial Council title this Feb 17,atDeiLanesinDeImar,go have corresponded with service to: game on the right side. The in tunity, giving Stillwater a chance year. men. side-outside game between the two to win or tie the game. After they Sr. Cit Men -John Erickson worked all night, creating layups lost the ball out of bounds, the 228; Bob Montgomery 567 triple; for both girls. Warriors had one fInal chance,to Soccer club teams place Bud Kubisch 566 triple. . tie with one tick left on the clock, Sr. Cit. Women - Del Langer In the third quarter, the Lady- . but they nevergotthe shot off and in "off the wall" tournament 201, Doris Aupperle 511 triple. birds continued to outplay their the Birds took the victory 41-39, The Bethlehem Soccer Club's final againstthe Clifton Park Shoot Men - Jim Turner 298; Dale Local bodybuilder wins masters title "Mostly Offthe Wall Soccer Tour ing Stars. The Crunch came in Francisco 711 triple; Willie nament" continued last weekend second with goals scored by Eliza Boughton 1025 (4 game series). Neil Isaacs, of Slingerlands, auspices of the All Natural Phy- hosting under-16 boys and under beth Cappiello, Lily Corrigan, Women - Grace Salisbury 256; placed fIrst in the Masters (over siQue and Power Conference, 10 girls teams from throughout Lauren Moshier, Laura Moskow Gigi Barba 573 triple; Debbie 35) division of the Northeastern which mandated that all athletes the Capital District itz and Melissa Kanuk. Other team Doran 572. States bodybuilding Champion members were Kristen Lytle, Al Major Girls':"" Traci Layman ship held Feb. 2 at the Palace be drug-free for at least five years. Bethlehem's under-16 boys issa Johnson, Emma Samuelson, Isaacs defeated competitors ten came in third thanks to a great 173, 481 triple; Julie Matott 155, Theater in Albany. The competi Jessa Englestein, Danielle Butler, 436 triple. tion was conducted under the years younger than himself. team effort led by keeper Alex Kim Comtois, Ellen Gallagher and Frangos, who scored a hat-trick Leah Hennessy. Jr. Boys-John Dougherty 193, goal in one of the games. Other 556 triple; Kenny Layman 185, 524 team members were Matt Brown, The tournament continues at triple. Bethlehem Central High School Steven Ciccio, Adam Peters, Mark Jr. Girls - Melissa Costigan Kanuk, Josh Lobel, Rob Peyre on Sunday, March 3 with the un Delmar Antiques der-14 and under-lO boys A teams. 179,458 triple; Angie Amsler 167, brune, Ryan Donovan, Bryan 438 triple. Lazada and Jonathan Belfort. There will be 16 teams from the needs merchandise!!! CapitaIDistrict participating in this Prep Boys-Mike O'Brien 169, Two of Bethlehem's under-lO fifth annual tournament. The un 488 triple, Jason Drahzal152, 400 Our shop is empty and we have to fin it up. Top girls teams reached the semi-fI der-10 semi-fInals are expected to triple. / dollar paid for gold jewelry. dolls. sterling silver nals where they faced each other. beginat2:40p.m. and theunder-14 Prep Girls Andrea pieces. oil paintings. quilts. crocks and toys. The Bethlehem Orange Crunch semis at 4 p.m. Spectators' are Kachidurian 198, 499 triple; Lisa was victorious over the Bethlehem welcome and there is no admis Morris 210, 496 triple. We also need many small items such as picture Blue Ribbons and advanced to the sion fee. frames. glass wear. knick-knacks. pocket watches. Bantam Boys - Michael musical instruments. and most of ~ll- furniture! 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One Energy covers every phase of greenhouse and solarium construction, While it's nice to have an indoor garden, many people add greenhouses orsolariums Keleshian said, from design to their homes not just for the aesthetics, but as a means of Using the and site survey to building. right materials, it's possible to "trap" heat from the sun in a spt:Clalll For those who feel confident and hold it there after the sun enough in their abilities to in has gone down, according to stall their own greenhouse, he George Keleshian, owner of said, the fIrm provides de One Energy on Central Av· tailed visual and written in enue, on the Albany·Colonie structions. "Nine out of 10" border. customers opt to have the company do all the work, he Keleshian explained that added. construction of a greenhouse or sun room entails bringing How much money a green together a number of catego Solariums add to living space, and house or solarium will set you ries of specialty products, conserve energy as well. back depends on many fac- from masonry to wall materi· tors, Keleshian said. There als to glaSs, which comes in are a number of options that can be incorporated, such as Italian tiles and almost endless variety. Insu· marble floors, or the project can be kept relatively simple. Many green lated glass is "nothing" com· houses are available in modular kits, he said, but they are not necessarily paCed to the technology avail less expensive than custom projects. able today, Keleshian said. The cost of a greenhouse or solarium ranges from about $100 to $200 For instance, argon gas-insu per square foot, which translates into between $10,000 and $20,000 for a lated glass circulates gas be 10' by 10' space. The largest percentage of the cost is on-site work, said tween two thin panes. There Keleshian, explaining , "A lot of people don't have a feeling for these special are different thicknesses of rooms - you're doing all the work you'd do for a whole house." That glass, and different tints; and means a full foundation, heating, electricity and water, wall treatrnentand special solar collecting glass insulation - beneath the foundation as well as in the walls. There is a low panels for the roof of a so cost model available just for plants, Keleshian said; the "vegetable factory" larium. requires no foundation, only a concrete slab. "You have to plan for all If the room is going to be used for plants, ventilation must be installed 365 gays," said Keleshian, in order to avoid overheating during the warm summer months, and launching into a complex ex choosing the right type of glass is particularly important. If a Jacuzzi or planation of the earth's angle whirlpool is to be incorporated, thewallsmust be specially treated against to the sun, morning and after moisture damage. noon, in an given season. The Using a number of different components - including dark flooring, most advantageous position such as slate; carefully-chosen glass; and heat-holding wall material, such for a greenhouse or sun as brick -the greenhouse or solarium can hold heat and light from the sun room, he said, is on the south Sun rooms are for plants and people, and milke ideal all day long. When the sun goes down, window quilts can keep the heat in, east side of a house, if there is without so much as the flick of a switch: the same sunlight that warms the a choice. If that's not practi spots for whirlpool baths (above). Wooden arches are among the latest design components: room can be harnessed in photo-voltaic cells to power the opening and cal, though, it is possible to closing of the insulating window quilts. Knowytlur legal rights as a .consumer By DevTobin complaints regarding home improve withdrawn from the escrow account only that provides clear, black-and-white re Problems with home improvement ments. under terms agreed upon by the contrac quirements that contractors must abide contractors are a major source of con The law, section 771 of the general tor and the consumer. by. The law has teeth and provides sub sumer complaints, but there is a three business law, enacted in 1988, requires a . The law also requires that the con stantial protedion for consumers." year-old state law that provides a measure written contract for any home improve tractor notify the homeowner that, in the Sims added that'the penalties for vio of protecti on for consumers, according to mentcosting more than $500, and provides event of non-payment, the contractor may lations had just been increased as of the Attorney General Robert Abrams. a three-day right of cancellation of that obtain a mechanic's lien against the fIrst of the year. "With the approach of spring and the contract. homeowner. 'The new fInes are $250 or 5 percent of home improvement season, consumers Under the.1aw, the contract must in "We've had so many horror stories, the aggregate contract for each substan should become familiar with the state's clude start and completion dates, a specific that we advise everyone to pay as you go" tive violation, not to exceed $2,500," Sims home improvement contractor law to spare description of the materials to be used, and avail themselves of the protections of explained. themselves the expense and headache of and either a progress payments schedule, the law, Nancy Connell, spokesperson for Earlier this month, Abrams acted to being victimized by sharp or shoddy op wherein any down payment or other con Abrams, commented. put an East Greenbush man out of the erators," said Abrams in a press release. tract payments are deposited in an escrow Assistant Attorney General Michael home improvement business after re- The attorney general's consumer frauds account, or a bond guaranteeing that the Sims said that the law was working well, and protection unit handles and prosecutes work will be done. 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A place where hopes and long. and exhibits, not to mention e){cel material, color or design of the photographsinvarioussizeframes dreams should be always be pres Could a plain wooden floorneed lent decorating tips. lamp or fixture, but also consider with eclectic designs, freshly cut ent. A place that has room for fun a coat of colorful flat paint or a Ifyou own some hand-me-down its function: Where will it go in . or dried flowers, candlesticks, a and laughter, invites romance and decorative rug? antiques and are unsure of their your home, and how will its light collection of miniatures, a LTystal quiet times and provides security Is it time to treat that bedroom worth, investigate. It can be ex enhance the room? clock, anything of value to you and happiness for adults as well as window with a little lace? tremely depressing to discover that There are two kinds oflighting, placed among other valuables can the children. you've sold an item worth a small task and accent lighting. Lamps be considered b good clutter. But It's your family's personal for Flip through some decorating, art or antique magazines for ideas fortune for $50 at a garage sale. performthetaskofbrighteningup don't overdo it. Only a few table tress. And it should be as comfort You could have a valuable piece from illustrations and articles. a room and accent lighting com- tops can accommodate such c1us able to your best friends as it is to already in your possession that just plements an art object or plant. ters. you. Next make a list of all the items needs a little restoration. For example, a bulb on the floor Sometimes less is nice. too. like in your home that you would be A home with cozy qualities and More and more creative people can spray light up onto a wall an intricate hand-carved jewelry happy livingwithout. Starter pieces style can be detected immediately today buy unfinished furniture and behind a large potted plant for. a box standing alone on an antique upon entering. The slightest items of furniture and disliked wedding paint it themselves, creating con nice, warm effect. dresser, with a small mirror hang- can create the essence of a home. gifts can be sold at a garage sale. temporary furniture with a per Colorful geometric wall sconces ing on the wall above. Oftentimes, Lace, candles, flowers, mirrors, Once the base of the project is sonal touch. can illuminate a hallway or a art should stand on its own for to your liking, the new wallpaper photographs, linens rugs, art and There is art in painting candle kitchen and give the space a boost simplicity's sake. antiques lend harmony. hung, you're ready to spruce the sticks, flowerpots and trash cans overall comfort of your home by of flair as well. Optical framing Cut down chemicals Askyourself, "What could make as well. Splash different colors onto projectors can gently illuminate a my home mo,e comfortable?" adding the abstract details and a plain white chair or use a sponge piece of art in its shape by being Look for phosphate-free laun finishing touches. Could it be a simple arrange for stripes or for an overall rustic installed on a track on the ceiling. dry detergents-phosphates are ment of the already treasured Furniture, art and antiques look. If you're an artist, paint a Also, consider replacing plastic responsible for algae blooms that details of hour home? If you're not already a collector scene. The possibilities are end switchplates with some more foul water and kill fish and shell- of a certain sty Ie of furniture, art or less. decorative. fish. (Liquid detergents ar.e gener- Start by thinking of your home Linens and lace ally phOSphate free.} as the beginning of a class project antiques, but are interested in purchasing some new, rather than Lighting . in an interior design class. All you Try softening your furnishings Safely and easily substitute toxic have are standing walls, unpainted, rearranging the old, the best shop Most interior designers would with fine linen and lace. Percale ping advice is to read and ask agree that proper lighting is es household cleaning products such floors bare, home unfurnished. In sheets that get softer and whiter as window cleaner, furniture pol questions. sential to good room design; your mind place all the large base how with age and washing can add ish and kitchen and bath disinfec pieces of furniture in their best Visitartgalleries, antique stores ever, they all may not agree on comfort and romance to the bed tants with combinations of six spot. It's your dream home you're and let the experts help you. An- what is proper lighting. room. Acrocheted bedspread with simple yet effective ingredients: splashes of pillows trimmed with vinegar, soap, baking soda, wash frills add elegance also. ing soda, borax and ammonia. Dress up a table with a fancy lace tablecloth and napkins orplace Avoid using chemical pest con a doily under a favorite vase or trols in your home in the same WHICH' lamp for a sensual touch. manner. Boric acid powder Once the hallmark of every sprinkled around the refrigerator, aristocrats home, high-quality lin stove and doors will cling to in ens and lace are now available to sects, poisoning them and others HOME EQUITY LOAN all in many patterns and sizes can in their nest. be purchased at department stores, specialty shops, estate sales Instead of poison, use live traps and even flea markets. for mice and rats. Instead of moth balls, which are toxic, store items IS BEST FOR YOU? Decorating tabletops in a cedar chest or use cedar blocks Clutter on a tabletop can be or chips in your closets. • A fiX~ second ~ Or a home equity mortgage loan? credit line? Equity-Male® L.CJs a variable rate A loan like Equity-Mate® lets you borrow a fixed sum. 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N.Y. 12047 Additional clOSing costs are reqUired fOI loans/hnes 01 credit In excess of S35,000 237-8325 . 237-0220 "As published on the third Friday 01 each month In the Wall Streef Journal . 439-7574 "Vou may be eligible to deduct the Interest on thiS home equity loan under certam circumstances Consult your tax advlsDf Clilton Park latham lansingburgh "PLANTING FORTHE FUTURE" ThiS ofler and Interest rates are subject to change Without pllor notice 235-4600 ~Registered trademark Cohoes Savmgs Bank 371-3360 785-4596 PAGE 2 - February 27, 1991 / HOME IMPROVEMENT / Colonie Spotlight· The Spotlight Design firm specializes in custom touches By Susan Graves Mitchell and his colleagues are Robert Mitchell has special in process of renovating the for ideaswhenitcomes to home build mer Main Care building on Ken ing and renovation. wood Avenue. They expect to move Mitchell, president of Robert into their offices in April. Mitchell Associates, a construc Mitchell, a graduate of Rensse tion management and design firm laer Polytechnic Institute School in Delmar, said he "attempts to do of Architecture in Troy, founded those homes that are memorable." TAP, Inc. a not-far-profit architec Mitchell, Scott Wallant Architects tural design advocacy planning and Mitchell Homes, Inc., three agency still active in Troy. separate business entities, work From there, he started Solar together to "integrate design and Systems Design before forming construction to assure the highest his business on Hallwood Road in level of quality," Mitchell said. Delmar. "When I was doing pas "We do elaborate things, things sive solar work, it made a great people will think of as so special, deal of sense in terms of value," he things that were commonly done," said. in the past when people felt re Robert Mitchell sponsible to the street scope, he Shower maintenance said. One example of acommunity home routine. The initial intErview A quick way to defog the bath that has kept touch with the past in is designed to profile "a day in the . terms of new development is Slin- room mirror after a shower is to gerlands, Mitchell said. life of" the client, so that Mitchell turn your hand-held hair dryer on can offer a plan that best suits the it, using the Low setting. Thewarm "When we build, we expect individual's lifestyle. "It's their air will clear the mirror. houses to be here 500 years from house. They ought to be able to do When glass shower doors turn now," ~e said. what they want done." dull and filmy, wipe them down Recently his firm did a quarter After the interview, he tailors a with a soft cloth saturated with Custom builders can add a flair and sophistication to your million dollar addition on a three design analysis of the person's or distilled white vinegar or water home,often with minimal changes to the original structure, year-old house. When he began family's needs and prioritie~. softener solution, then shine with that will please everyone. Innovative design and his business, he thought he could From this, the home- or addi a dry cloth .. construction can help to turn a merely functional item, carry out his ideas in an inexpen tion or renovation'- can be com such as this staircase, into a work of beauty. siveway. "Initially, I thought! could pleted with specilk individuals in do things cheaper, but I found it mind. wasn't cheaper trying to do more . interesting things." "Once a program is determined, a preliminary design and co~t esti Restoration with a special touch mate is made." From there, a full StateWide Lighting can include ceramic moldings that C \tJ. set of working plans are made. help create a 19th century look or The plans specify everythinf to be carved staircases with wood trim placed in every room so the client suited to a given historical era. is aware of exactly what to e::pect. IS NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Mitchell said he realized he had Many people aren't even aware to aim for a market "with money to of the type of service he offers. "I do special things." Everything is came to realize running the busi custom made to suit the needs and ness I'm trying to run, I den't fit wishes of Mitchell's clients. When into any neat category." . he designs a new home, he begins "W~.en we design a hou"." we by interviewing his client to get an provide a service," which stardard in-depth picture of the person's at- ized plans can not. t §!~~r.f!![~~{~~£E- Classic Crystal Chandelier-50% OFF Nutone Decorative Paddle Fans-Below Dealer Price! Complete Selections of Lightbulbs and Lighting Fixtures at Discount Prices. 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Videotaped was saved because new repairs deck or a shed. but only if you demonstrations of projects are have to be made. know your limits. available at 84 Lumber and Curtis Meade said he tries to help Lumber is planning such a library. Many local building materials ... . people decide whether or not they supply companies offer a variety of Buteven this may not be enough should seek a professional for a helpful pamphlets and are willing for the fIrst-time home improver. home project. He said some people to give advice to the do·it· who has taken on a project beyond who want to do an involved home yourselfer. But. the success of the his a.bilities. Purchasing project improvement project "don't have project depends entirely on the materials and then getting into it. an inkling" about what they are backyard-<:arpenter's ability to take only to fInd you are not capable of getting into. In those cases, he that knowledge and use it. The key completing the renovation can recommends they bring in a con to a successful project is working whid up costing more than paying tractor. Headmits that it is diffIcult within your own limits. a contractor outright. to make the determination with Matt Meade. store manager of One point Meade stressed is out insulting the person. Curtis Lumber in Delmar, and that do-it-yourselfers should "do a Kerschner recommends the Brian Kerschner. store manager little leg-work before they get in fIrst-time do-it-yourselfer start with of 84 Lumber in Latham, both volved: so they have a better a small project such as a storage report an increase in businessfrom understanding of what they are shed. installing panetfng or replac people doing their own home getting into. Meade cited home ing a door. improvements. Both stores offer a insulation projects as an example. Bu~ Kerschner said hehassold variety of free pamphlets for the In order to save on energy costs deck packages to "people who do-it-yourselfer as well as books re-insulating has become a popu barely knew what a two-by-four and project blueprints. . lar project. Meade cautions that in was" and, after having the project . Both companies' pamph lets old homes ventilation is just as explained. were able to build the describe the materials and tools important as insulation because deck. He admits. though. the more needed for a variety of projects blocking the ventilation can trap knowledge a person has. the eas ranging from installing sheetrock moisture. He said he has received ier it will be to do the project. . to aluminum siding to skylights. calls from people complaining that "If they are willing to give it a Taking matters into y:>ur own hands and tackling a do-it The pamphlet breaks each project they have water damage from their try. they can pretty much do what you..--seJf project at boone, from installing small fixtures to down into easy-to-follow steps with attics. The reason for the problem they want: is how Kerschnersums building a deck, is a smart way to make the most of your written explanations and diagrams. is that the ventilation was blocked up do-it-yourselfers. investment. Renaissance® HOME FACTS Replacement Windows Many people surveyed i'(~~~~.'.'.~ 6.•. '·,~ ... (~..•.•.••.•.•. ".'.• '•••• '... (ibltiCi Re., Jissance is a beautiful we-ad window .. 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In ce1ain limiled inslances wheretalelo the property i; not otherwise acceptable to the Bank, tale insurance andior a survey may be required. . As of 2f2OI91, the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) applicable to National Savings Bank's Home Equity Credit Line was 9.13%. This APR may J3ry and is a discounted rate which is available for the first three months 10Howing closing. Wdhout discount the APR on 2120191 would be 10.90% using principal and interest repayment option. The maximum APR at an" time is 14.88%. Upon maturay 01 the variable rate portion of the line, a balloon payment may resu~. You should consult your tax advisor reguarding the deduc i)il~y of interest or otherchages under a Home Equity Creda line. PAGE 4 - February 27, 1991 I HOME IMPROVEMENT I Colonie Spotlight· The Spotlight Country homes borrow from city cousins The suburbs just aren't the same anymore; new tract houses don't • Crystal chandeliers. Can you look as uniform as they once did as believe this one? Designers are buyers demand individuality. And using them in virtually any set existing neighborhoods, especially ting-you don't need a cherry those built in the 60s, are seeing dining room set like Mom's. some very creative remodels. • Crown molding, the more The move to the city in the last ornate the belter. couple of decades has turned ,. Modern, '30s furniture. The around again. This time, though, reproductions are showing up in city folk are taking their sophisti showrooms, in wonderful reds and cated designs out to the 'burbs other eye-popping fabrics. with them. Even if nothing struc tural is done to the outside of the • Candelabras--{)n tabletops, hO'me, it's not surprising to enter as wall sconces. Candles, it seems, the typical ranch to find yourself in are back big time. a very untypicalliving space you'd swear had just dropped out of a • Stone on floors, especially, downtown co-op. but also fireplace surrounds,and Interesting things are happen counter tops. Stone works with the ing to interior architecture, such sleekest, most contemporary de- . as the use of Doric columns and sign to the countriest. It's abso heavy pedestals (still a strong look, lutely timeless, a great investment but losing mass appeaL and availa (and investment it is!). bility). Suburbia is taking on a new look as those their homes with an u::-ban touch, adding Concrete, sometirnesinlaid with preferring the "country life" are taking a functional sophistication to both the • Twentieth-century art, includ pattern, is fast becoming a popular tips from their city cousins and building individual home and developments. ing (original) propaganda posters. material for indoors; not always per is the best-looking of course, • Tapestry and brocade fabrics cold and industrial, designers are Big, bold floral fabrics treated with • Cushy-inviting leather furni but expensive. Metal is also being professional stain resistors and with gold woven in. Gold is big in inlaying broken tile for folk art ture; carefully consider the fun shown in girder form, on deck rich, dark leathers make sofas and all applicalions right now, butdon't appeal or using a rougher grade colors,thojgh:The life expectancy overhangs, for instance. Sofiened chairs kid-friendly. Oriental rugs overdo it or youll end up with (as opposed to the fine, uniform ofa leather sofa is around 15years, with vines, it's not as "hard" as it are everywhere, and -surprise! untouchable-looking glitz. sand in standard concrete) for an one retailer told us. Can you live lirst sounds. Watch for Quonset you have to look closely to see the with royal }Iue that long? Brown is "instant old" look. Concrete is seen Perhaps the best thing about hut looks, too, as people search for cookie crumbs. on top right now. in flooring, on fireplace surrounds, affordable but interesting design taking the city outto the neighbor What are some of the elements on walls in the form of concrete solutions. • PhotcgTaphy as art. Original hood is that you can have a garden, block. that say "city' in a suburban set too; then you can not only grow a This time around, city design ting? Watch for: black-and·white photos by the Industrial design can be seen doesn't exclude children; interi masters are very collectible now, great salad, but perhaps that most on chrome exteriors, with the inter ors are classy and classic, but not • Gitt in everything, picture but your family's own collections simple, sophisticated touch of all: esting use of metal roofing. Cop- hands-off by any means. Example: frames in particular. works, too. fresh flowers. ' SpringTime ~------~$50' BURGLARS BEWARE!! $50. 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Society of Interior Designers Ifyou'reona budget, many large common language, as the editors furnishings, fabrics and accesso Theaverage homeowner knows (ASID) or International Society of furniture stores have staff design· of "Household Hints and Tips" ries. nothing about the quality and Interior Designers (lSID) and ers who give their time for free if (Better Homes and Gardens Professional interior designers design of furniture and fabrics, speak with several. Ask if the fee is you purchase furniture from that Books) discovered. In England, utilizeto-the-tradeshowroomsand their best and worst applications, based on markups on wholesale store. Many wall coverings and an attic is called the loft; dishes are designcentersthatofferthousands so ades~Jnercan prevent big·ticket items, an hourly rate or both. Once window coverings retailers offer crockery and a Phillips screw· more items than we have access to mistakes, such as sofas that aren't you've narrowed it down to one or similar services. driver is a cross-head screwdriver. on a retail level. These outlets also exactly the right color or size. two designers, ask to interview Home as a haven The Home Furnishing Council found that we view our homes as a sanctuary and 'a source of com· fort. Our living spaces also pro vide an outletfor creativity and an "T" Is For Terrific Rates! opportunity to exercise control over our environment. Snowball effect Homeownersseehomefurnish· , ings as an important investment, and a study by the Home Furnish ings Council found that making a small change in a home's interior often leads to ongoing redecorat· ing projects. Furniture fracas Many women rearrange furni· ture as often as seasons change. Home Equity Credit Line Home Equity Loan The typical furniture rearranger is a married woman, between the ages of 25 and 44, who owns her Prime +0% 11.00%APR** home. Spring is the most popular For All of 1991. Fixed Rate furniture-rearranging season. Singles stay put The current Prime Rate is a Benefit from our new Single people do not rearrange low 9.0%, so come in today. reduced rate., their furniture as often as marrie(l, Get the convenience and Up to 80% of your home's value, divorced, widowed or separated people. When people do rearrange flexibility of a Home Equity is available, in one lump sum, their furniture, it's usually in the Credit Line that gives you the with one, same, low payment living room. money you need when you need each and every month. And it, and the interest you pay may come tax time, the interest on a Eliminate be fully tax deductible* Get up Home Equity Loan may be indentations _ to 75 % of the value of your fully tax deductible* Use a steam iron to eliminate home, less mortgage balance. indentations left in the carpet by . All you do to get money is write heavy furniture. Hold the iron 2 a check, and all you ever pay for • From $5,000 to $100,000 inches above the carpet and brush the carpet with an old brush. is the money you borrow. • NO Points • NO Appraisal Fees Rearranging redux • From $7,500 to $100,000 Can'rbuy new furniture? Rear· • NO Attorney's Fees range what you already have. In • NO Points • NO Application Fees winter, center furniture around the • NO Appraisal Fees fireplace. In summer, use windows • NO Title Insurance • NO Attorney's Fees as a rooms, focal point. • NO Application Fees • NO Prepayment Penalties • NO Origination Fees • At closing, pay only • NO Prepayment Pe~alties the mandatory • NO Recording Fees New York State • NO Title Insurance Mortgage Tax. • At closing, pay only the **Current rate results in APR 0(11.00% This offer may mandatory New York State change or vary at any time. Mortgage Tax. ~If~~TCO ~If~~TCO Your Home Town Bank Your HomeTown Bank Kirsch Mini-blinds 500/0 OFF All Kirsch Custom Window Treatments Select distinctive window treat ments from our wide variety • All or pan of the imeresl on a Home Equity Credit Line/Loan may be tax.deductible under the Tax Retorm Act. We suggest you consult your tax advisor about your personal tax· situation. Trustco Bank of styles, colors and designs . may adjust its Home Equity Credit Line rate weekly. based on the highest Prime Rate published in the Wall Street J~urnal. Rate may vary weekly over the life of the loan. 14.9% lifetime rate cap. Practical. Pretty. And easy Prime + 0% interest rate in effect through December 31. 1991. Rate thereafter will be Prime + 1.75%. This offer may change or vary at any time. Mandatory New York State Mongage Tax - liz of 1% on your pocketbook. on the first $10.000 and -% of 1% on additional amounts over $10.000. In Greene. Warren and Washington Counties - ljz of I % on the amount borrowed. 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At estate sales you up furniture treasures than at a may have to wander through an garage sale, estate sale or an auc entire house a couple of times to tion. find just the right item. Don't be Roaming through garage and . close· minded, but if you want estate sales may take time, but lamps, you should head to where usually the benefits derived from the lamps are and so on. And be wandering though other people's sure to check furniture carefully; toss-aways are worth it. sometimes elegant antiques lie hidden underneath dozens ofcoats Some tips for succeeding at a of paint. garage or estate sale: check The Spotlight's classified section; ar Something to remember when rive early - items at estate sales go trotting off to sales is that you quickly - and be prepared to pay should never hesitate- if you like cash. it when you see it, buy it. Need a change? Try Tender chicken Stain! Lemon juice and ground lemon. Looking for a way to brighten peel help tenderize chicken. 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Think there's audits throughout the year, and no money to be saved on home energy savings, he said there are many things people can do to elimi while they are geared toward energy costs during spring and heating savings, Slichko many summer? nate needless waste during warm weather as well. people have them done during the Think again. spring. Notably, NiMo's main piece "It's surprising, there are a According to George Slichko, a number of things you can do for of advice for coping with the cold Niagara Mohawk consumer rela- - install insu lation - can help the summer when you really start keep your home cool as well. thinking about it," Slichko said. HOME FACTS "And most of it is that waste." "Insulation always helps," he Most important, he said, is for said, citing an "old adage" that Black families have a lower people to be careful how they use "whatever keeps the heat out keeps rate of home ownership air conditioners. He said common the cool in." - .than 110 white families. sense should be the rule. . "Number one, make sure your A good way to keep your home Percent of families who owned air conditioner is in top notch comfortable is to contain cold air their own homes in 1989 working condition and if it has a that accumulates during the night filter, make sure that the filter has by closing drapes, he said. "When White beendeaned or changed, "he said. you wake up in the morning and lamilies And, just as you would with a the sun comes up, if you pull the 67.4% Black heater, be certain units are free of drapes when your house is still lamilles obstruction. cool, you'll retain that coolness." Inaddition, he said, don't worry _ "Naturally, when the house does r---> about rooms that you don't spend This year's trend in designing the home calls for an much time in, especially at night. start to get warm, youll have to uncluttered, comfortable and sophisticated look that / He said that acquiring a small unit open it up then," he said. "Bulfor a is both elegant and relaxed•. for your bedroom might make good portion of that time, you can sense even if you already have a keep the house cool by keeping EEl larger one or central air. the drapes closed." "You're cooling the whole CraigJones, director of the state HOMEBUYERS SEMINAR SOURCE: Joint Center tor Housing house, and for what? You're not Studies, Harvard University DepartmentofPublicServiceSAV going to be in there. It's just like INGPOWER program, recom going over to the sewer and throw- mended arranging a free ho,me -m1 M&Tl3ank energy audit with NiMo by calling .-______'_"_' M-,anUlltC!lJrers and Traders TflJSI Company 1-800-852-FREE. In particular, he said, customers should getan elec Featuring: Frank Giso trical billing analysis telling them 869-7698 in detail where their electricity is Thursday, March 7, 1991 How To save cash being spent, sucli as how much is 7pm-9pm At dosing With M&T's going for refrigeration, for light· Mortgage Programs ing and for water heating. Town of Colonie How To QualifY For iiW "Itll break down the customers Library A COnventional or Painting Contractor bill, and thatwill help the customer FHA Mortgage Quality Professional Painting devise their own plan," he said. 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Like everything else in life, once • Employ' kitchen-style lazy you give a project like this some Susans in the bathroom for medi time you probably will come up cines and cosmetics. with one or two other ways to elimi • Store cleaning supplies in a nate your own unique clutter. If the sce::>ery around your home isn't have to offer. A window =1 can add a plastic bin with a sturdy handle quite so scenic, give your eyes a lift with special touch to your home that is both that can be carried from room to Plumbing windows that always present the best they fanciful and attractive. room .. • Copy telephone numbers Before making any plumbing immediately onto file cards or into repair, shut off the water supply at a Rolodex to eliminate elusive either the main valve or the valve D.E. LANSING INC. scraps of paper. nearest the fixture. 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Hold off arranging Resources Institute, lighting is the finished arrangement away about work done poorly or not at until you get them indoors or the flowers until the water has responsible for approximately 20 from drafts, including fans or air all. plunge them immediately into a reached room temperature. percent of the electricity used in conditioners, and out of direct Abrams said that Albert Woods container of water. was accused of taking money as a the United States and 10 percent of sunlight. (Sometimes wilted Once inside, cut the stems at an As you arrange the flowers, in a deposit or full payment and then carbon dioxide emissions-the blooms will revive if you immerse angle and put them in a pail oftepid clean container orvase, remove all failing to perform the work agreed main "greenhouse gas." Open their stems in water.) upon, intimidating consumers to window coverings during the day avoid completing or correcting and turn off lights when not in use basement waterproofing and home to avoid this type of waste. HOME FACTS improvement work, and failing to BRING SUNSHINE INTO YOUR HOME ... satisfy small claims judgments The development of the fluo Don't hide valuables in .against his companies. rescent compact has provided an the obvious places when energy-efficient alternative for According to a judgment ob trying to foil a burglar. -Expert Consultant and home lighting. These light bulbs tained in state Supreme Court, Installer of Major Solar screw into standard fixtures, come Woodswas ordered to make resti on instantly and give off a warm Living Spaces tution of almost $200,000 to area light similar to incandescent bulbs. - Additions - Remodelings homeowners, to pay penalties to talling $23,200 and costs of$4,OOO, - Custom Homes - Decks and to refrain from engaging in Skip a step any business dealing with consu m ers unless he posts a $200,000 Need to use the stairs while performance bond with the attor you're painting them? Paint every Call BRIENZA'S ney general. other step. 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NY 12110 - Rub the keys well, wipe dry and 783-9466 buff with a dry, soft cloth. HOME IMPROVEMENT I Colonie Spotlight· The Spotlight IFebruary 27, 1991 - PAGE 11 .. Homeowners can get help Reupholstering with improvement costs' ~ capital idea Mosthomeownersareunaware utility companies will do energy Thought about buying some in a remodeled room rather than The book can be obtained for new furniture and draperies re buying new furniture to fit a new that regardless of their income conservation work free or at low $10,95 plus $2 shipping and han there are federal, state and local cost and in other places will lend cently to spruce up the old home color scheme, !tcan be "a wonder dling from CERC GRANTS, 350 stead? Did you actually go out and ful way to improve the decor of programs that will help them re homeowners money at no interest Scotland Road, Orange, NJ 07050 pair and remodel their homes, topaythecontractoroftheirchoice price some new sofas and decided your home,' she noted, or by calling 1-800-USA-D121 for that your ratty old living room set for the necessary work In addi credit card order, When furniture isreupolstered, In order to keep and maintain tion there are tax incentives to from the Eisenhower administra Sirois said the framesarere-glued, the nation's housing and neigh promote efficient energy use, Window screens tion will just have, to do? Instead, the springs are re-tied and pad borhoods, governments at all lev the staffat Capital Upholstery asks; ding is added underneath the new To wash window screens, lay Why not just take that old furni els have programs to give home Consumer Education Research them flat on a smooth, cloth-cov fabric, owners money (that does not have Center, a national non-profit con ture and give it a new look? to be repaid) for repairs or to lend ered surface, such as an old sheet Upholstering walls is a new way sumer group, has just published on a picnic table, Scrub them Formed in 1987, Capital Uphol to give a room a unique look The them money at below market lev "Consumers Guide to Home Re gently, rinse with a hose, and shake stery, 4648 New Salem Rd, in process actually attaches "any els or at no interest In many areas pair Grants and Subsidil.ed Loans," off excess water, Voorheesville, offers custom re fabric" to a wall, she said, adding upholstery, both residential and cotton prints are common, One commercial, in addition to custom project the company is working on draperies, is upolstering a wall in velvet, she "Many people in the Capital said, She said the owner will use Area have beautiful homes that the wall to display artwork they're very proud of keeping in Sirois added that 1991 should WmterSale( great shape," said Adrianne Sirois, see the completion of new show who along with her husband, room space within the store, and Michael, co-owns and operates that new office space was recently Now In Progress Capital Upholstery, completed, She said reupholstering furni "We'll do our bestto service our , ture "can give your home and fur customers in 1991 to help make " niture a fresh look." 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More than half the homes in leased from cracks around doors dishwasher's energy-saving set· Organization and a little good and vital documents you'll want the United States enjoy the time and windows can be stopped by ting.It's a common misconception luck (the kids don't get sick; the with you during the tnove; set aside saving convenience d amicrowave caulking and weather-stripping. that dishwashers I)se a lot of water, dog doesn't run away) can make clothing and personal items for oven. But did you know that it also Consider installing ceiling fans; but washing a full load in a dish your move smoother ·than you the move; pack. is a great energy-saving appliance? they look nice, they use as little washer uses less water than wash imagine. Here are some tips for • Two days before: Defrostand Microwavestypicallysaveabout energy as a 6Q.watt bulb, and can ingby hand. getting ready: dry the refrigerator/freezer, get 50 percent more than conventional make a big difference on a hot day Next time you're shopping for a • Two months before: Shop enough cash for the move (includ ovens and are most efficient for or cold night. Yes, cold nights. By refrigerator, look for energy-effi moving companies; arrange the ing payment for the mover). smaller dishes and defrosting. (For operating the fan in reverse you cientfeatures, such as door-within transfer of your children's school • Moving and delivery days: Be very large items microwaving is can circulate warm air near the a-door for frequently used items. records, and the family medical on hand to answer questions and least efficient.) They also provide ceiling down to where you feel it. Even a small toaster oven saves and dental records; determine help the moving company and don't a cooler alternative to baking in Thereareotherwaysappliances energy when you're heating up which furniture you won't need in sign a release until all boxes have hot summer weather. can save energy and money. Wash small items. the new house, and clean out clos been inspected. ets. Have a garage sale now. • One month before: Collect boxes and tape, if you're doingthe . A family business now in 4th generation packing start packing little-used items; send change-of-address cards to friends. family, magazines, G.H. ALDEN FLOOR SERVICE etc; contact utilities companies. and "WOOD FLOOR SPECIALIST" give them a forwarding address; ready power equipment by drain Residential only-We CARE about your home ing gasoline and cleaning; contact your bank and lender to determine • Sanding & Refinishing "New! 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In one East Coast city, at $2.45 per thousand gallons, it would mean that this leak costs $191.10. • Researchers have found that 45 percent of all residential water is flushed down the drain. In fact, the average toilet uses fiveto seven gallons of water per flush. -.-ut your Fortunately, it's possible to curtail the amount of water your toilet uses by 15 to 40 percent. fuel bills ATTENTION p to 50%! By 'Changing over to gas heat today! "--- -' WE CAN . - I ~ , Benefits of switching to gas: .- -r CASH - Natural gas is lhe mosl efficienl and economical energy available to your HELP YOU WITH ~~I. 'r:: your water and cook your meals and unlike other fuels, you pay for it after you use ~. ... i'I I;· I CLEANLINESS - Natural gas is clean burning and leaves no residue. YOUR ALARM COMFORT· Natural gas will keep your home COrt and your water hol with li11le mainlenance. MONITORING CONVENIENT - Wilh natural gas, you don'l need to worry about fuel shortages or wa~ for your next delivery. There is an abundance of nalUral gas in the U.S. and ~ can be piped right '.'rf~R'"4,."1- into your home. . CARE· Ted Danz service people are lhere ~ you need them, 24 hours a day every day. " ~. • 0 Let us show ~OlJR SE. ...."''- L£NNQX ACRALARM & PULSE TEDDANZ you how SECURITY, INC. , Ill.. .. C ( ";.. good we SAlES ·SERVICE ·INST ALIA liON HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING 116 NORTH lAKE AVENUE Delmar Your Local Independent Albany really are! ALBANY. NEW YORK 122Q6.2710 439·2549 Lennox Dealer. 436·4574 HOME IMPROVEMENT/Colonie Spotlight· The Spotlight/February 27, 1991 - PAGE 13 J I Turn leaves and brush Paint home for profit and appeal into backyard mulch By Kathleen Shapiro chips for garden use or easy dis Stuck with a winter's worth of posal. yard debris and nowhere to turn? Once they've been through the Don't despair... recycle. Turning grinding process, leaves and twigs those loose branches and dead are one step closer to becoming leaves into fertile mulch is now as the rich humus that makes a gar easy as mowing the lawn, accord deilgrow. Recheizer suggests leav ing to area experts. ing mulch for a period of one year. As local restrictions on trash "If you compost long enough, it'll disposal become stricter, an in eventually turn into top soil," he creasing number of homeowners said. are turning toward recycling as an Equipment such as lawn trac answer to cleaning up their yards, tors, riding mowers, and hedge said Lee Recheizer, a salesman for trimmers are still available for more Abele Tractor and Equipment traditional yard care, says Re Company on Everett Road in Colo cheizer. nie. "Mulching lawns has become For homeowners who want to very big," he said. try before they buy, renting lawn "It's a great way of getting rid of equipment may be the answer. In lawn debris that no one else will addition to selling and servicing take." home and industrial lawn equip Topping this year's list of hot ment, Abele Tractor on Everett items for home improvement are Road in Colonie offers consumers the new breed of lawn mowers the option of renting everything with mulching attachments, and a theJ(11 need to start the new sea device called a chipper/grinder son out right, from pumps and A fresh coat of paint and a little curbside appeal, as well as enhancing its that quickly reduces large bits of generators to a full-scale mulcher, landscaping can help raise your home's value in a slow housing market. wood and debris into manageable says Recheizer. . HOME FACTS D.A.C. About 6 million Americans . now have family SWimming pools. Commercial and Residential .. MakeYour··. Swimming pool COS:9: Geaning Service L.· ..Life .Easier ..•... The average in-grourd pool • Custom designed closets ranges from $12,000 to $20,000, • Window Cleaning depending on materials and • Choice of shelving materials geographic location. • Interior Painting • Professional Installation • General Spring Cleaning • Shelving and hardware An above-ground poe,1 costs available for the between $t ,500 and $2,500. FREE Estimates Fully Insured Do-It-Yourselfer 383-6968 • Free Estimates 765-2403 Showroom At: FIRST PRIZE CENTER 76 Exchange SI., Albany NY, 12205 d 459·0037 ':1 ~!'111J Illlll11 11'1 II , 1 I I I l.r 1 j H 1 f' 11 I \ 11 r I I • II! 1 f !. 1'1 r I I~\ I I f \ f I j 1 I I . , \ I I I"' ( 1 .r1 j -I ,- ~ 4 - I r 1 r 1 i I : ! I I I \ f'1.(\ I ~, 1, I I. f" \ 1- ~ I I : I I I I I I f' I J t 1 1 I 1 I \ f , , I I 1 I I I 1 I I I I I I r 1 : 1 I , , I I I I I I : I : I I I J t.J..l I II 1 :1f.oJ,'fl,,," • I I I: II i I I! 1 i 11 nn I l~ 111"lllt'lfl[lnt-'flr I! r-l!' 1 r""'ll I r', J'1 r"l (", I , l.{ 1 f t.f 't { 1 ( '_1 1 I l,r I j I : ~ I I I I 1 : , I I I I : DON'T MOVE • IMPROVE PROFESSIONAL RESULTS WITH PROFESSIONAL TOOLS! Rent The Tools The Professionals Use We have the "How To Tapes" & Instruction Sheets as well as courteous, Knowledgeable Customer Service people to help answer your questions. Slop In or call for Reservations or Information "Discover The Difference" Back to Basics. If you are looking for the perlect kitchen, bathroom or family room to complement your home,look no further than XYLEX SPECIALTIES, LTD.'S cabinetry. The simple lines. and Inset styling are reminiscent of a time when quality was the rule and not the exceptior. A time when craftsmen welcomed the task of hand selecting hardwoods and dovetailinG Jomtery. At XYLEX, we bUild only custom cabinetry, the way it was made years ago. We wouldn't have it any other way. So il getting back to the baSics of quality appeals to you, 869·0983 take a good look at XYLEX SPECIAL TIES, LTD. to crea:e that perlect interior. 1037 WATERVLIET·SHAKER RD., ALBANY OPEN MQN,·FRI Plastic laminate and solid surface fabrication 7 A,M,·S P.M. SAT. 8 A.M.·4 P.M. krilf. Ez, lIas:er Card, Y~a.!MtMI' of counters, case goods and accents Custom furniture fabricated to your needs. .,' l-EX' Antique reproduction ',1 XYLl . Ii ..... 'Restoration· Repairs.' Refinishing SP ALlfES: no. 1047Broadway,Atbany,HewYoIf(1220446~50l' '" PAGE 14 - February 27, 1991 / HOME IMPROVEMENT I Colonie Spotlight· The Spotlight Siding an easy care option By Kathleen Shapiro siding has a higher resistance to tional costs for labor. Most con tractors will provide prospective Spring will soon be here, and dents and tends to hold its color much longer than itsmetalcounter clients with a free estimate. while most of us are gleefully bid part. Although it can be painted Referralsare the safest and most ding the winter blues farewell,the with a latex paint for easy touch change of season means just one often used method of choosing a thing for homeowners: spring ups, maintenance is generally low. contractor, Homeowners inter "It's like a car,"advises Domer ested in having their house refur cleaning. Rest easy, though. While muth. "Hosing it down once or you're busy banishing winter dust bished can often find a reputable twice a year is usually all it takes to firm by talking to friends, neigh on the inside, installing home sid keep it looking nice." ing may be a quick and easy an bors, or relatives who have had swer to brightening up the outside Vinyl siding is also more similar work done, says Domer of the house. . versatile."Youcangetanythingy04 muth. Helderberg Siding receives want in vinyl,"says more than 90 percent of its work Since its introduction 45 years Domermuth. "Because of its dura through such referrals, he esti ago as an inexpensive alternative bility, it's even replacing some of mates. to cedar, home siding has evolved the fancy wood trimmings used by Insurance coverage is another into one of the most versatile and builders." important consideration when durable building products on the Unlike pain~ siding can be in hiring a contractor."A lot of these market. Today's homeowner has a stalled year round. Depending on companies are fly-by-night opera choice of siding made from either the size of the house, installation tions and don't carry proper insur aluminum or vinyl, according to usually takes anywhere from three ance; cautions Domermuth. Helderberg Siding Company Presi days to a week, says Domermuth. dent WR. Domermuth. Siding costs range from $2.50 to While both are sturdy, vinyl $3.00 per square foot, with addi- 1 000/0 ,CUSTOM CUT If your new kitchen plan seems like major surgery, call PINE FROM OUR us for a second opInion. OWN MILL Chances are the structure of your new solid· wood doors and drawer cabinets is basically sound. It's fronts-. Plus matching genu what they look like outside ine-wood veneers, new hard that counts, ware and trim So instead of th£' major In about three days, "A Work of Art" expense, the wft'ks of sawing, you'll have what amounts 10 pounding, the mess and in a brand new kitchen. For a *Special convenience of rebuilding whole lot less. your kitchen from scratch To find OUI how much we'll replace your cabinet fronts with Jess, call us. For another opinion. Discounts at *Locally Built A.T.G. the Show and Delivered 869-5796 CABINETRY SECTIONIZED BUILDINGS to the Site built by Art Cipperly ADVERTISEMENT Who gets framed at "Frame of Mind?" Frame o[mind has been doing customframing in the Capital District since 1970, serving custom framing clients and /ine art buyers. CIPPERLEY'S LUMBER PRODUCTS When it comes to framing at FRAME'OF MIND; the sky's the limit! Arthur W. Cipperly We've framed everything from grandmother's family heirloom needle point, the golf ball used for a "Hole-in-one," bridal 123 Best Road East Greenbush, N.Y. 12061 bouquets, and warn out baseball gloves. Next to (518) 283·8808 the photo ofthe ''big one" Ed caught, we place the lure he caught it with. The list goes on and on yet DEALERS: Pete Danner's Auto Parts 732-2105, Country True Value Hardware 477-1104 or 283-6246 there isone common thread. We understand that everything that is brought into one of our stores is very meaningful to someone. We show we care about its significance by using the best possible I materials to guarantee the finished piece will not only look wonderful, but will be well preselVed. •.__ .....- ... '5 FLO~~E ~m!ER~,"~: Inc. • ! I . I. . Frame of Mind opened its first store in the 1--- TJ_ -, --'-::-'--4=9-er~:--- Capital District in 1970 in Clifton Park at the -§ Clifton Country Mall. Today there are four loca I I This textured cut pile made with weardated I I carpet in 28 colors and priced to '" any tions; Latham Circle Mall, Clifton Country Mall, Aviation Mall in Glens . pocketbook. Falls, and Wilton Mall in Saratoga. In addition we have a support 25 production facility that supplies each location. I I WAS $19.25 NOW $15 What makes Frame of Mind different form any other frame shop? I WEAR.DIA'TED I Sq. Yd. Installed with pad Not only are we committed to quality, value and selVice, but all of our I I[l I GOLD RUSH: work is done by OUT own people. We cutandjoin all our frames, we cut I CARp1llr I Available in 28 exciting colors with a textured our glass and do our own dry mounting, we stretch and block needle I J.j 1 I finish. Made with weardated crupet. point and similar projects, and we do all our own matt cutting. We do L Go ahead, walk all over uS".J. $1825 not have any "salespersons" per se. Each one of our employees is a ------WAS$22.25 NOW trained picture framer and several of our employees have advanced ~- Why buy Sq.Yd,lnstaliedwithpad education in Art and Design. Our standards surpass those set by the ? 18 KARAT: picture framing industry and we are very proud of thaI. Furthermore wear d a t e d carpet ,.. This cut pile plush eleganl enough 10 finish our employees are trained to treat each piece that is brought into one Most stains come clean with a little off the most formal setting. Made weardated of our stores as a framing challenge for which they must design the detergent and water. FullS-year wear and carpet to insure lasting beauty. best "framing solution," keeping in mind that the finished piece must stain warranties. Wear dated carpet is dc- $2150 fit perfectly with the customer's decor. Because we do all of our own signed to resist matting not just stains so WAS $25.50 NOW work, we follow the job from design through final execution', allowing wear dated capet looks better longer. , Sq. Yd. Installed wilh pad the customer to be as much a part oflhe process as the or she desires. Beatiful Today- 24 KARAT: Try to stump us! Bring in special item you'd like framed and Beautiful Tomorrow Thick cut pile plush wilh velvel finish. Heavy preselVed and see how we measure up. We love the challenge and we enough 10 take the heaviest traffic but know, you'll love the final product Need more reasons? beautifully linished to finish the most elegant Visit one of our stores soon and browse through the fine-selection Our professions} staff is waiting to help room Made weardated. you. Installation is perfonned by our own of Art work we carry. We specialize in regional artists and carry a large employees. Get our BESTurathanecushion 75 selection of limited editions. Next, we'll talk about those limited WAS $29.75 NOW $24 w.tih purchase at no extra cost editions, what that really means, and why some art increases in value Sq. Yd: Installed with pad more than others. Hope to see you soon! -Lee Weiser ~ TED'51fsl!~~d.~2~~12~~' Inc. ~ Latham Circle Mall 783-7775 • Clifton Countly Mall 371-4008 ~ 489-4106 or 489-8802 ~ Aviation Mall 792-3156' Wilton Mall 583-2648 III 'Where value, integrity and your satisfaction still count' C!Id _ ADVERTISEMENT HOURS: M., Tu., F. 9 -5;W., Th. 9 - 9; Sal 9 -4 HOME IMPROVEMENT I Colonie Spotlight· The Spotlight IFeb/Uary 27, 1991 - PAGE 15 Landscaping makes cool cut on energy bills Hammer how-tos Do strike squarely with a ham Why not benefit from one of the are always a good bet, as they do a trellis near the unit. Place the paint, wood, brick or shingles by mer, wear safety goggles and dis "hidden" advantages of landscap double duty, cooling your house in trellis two to three feet away from retaining moisture. card a hammer that shows exces ing this summer? While everyone the summer and warming it in the the air conditioner to allow access sive wear and tear. Don't strike knows landscaping can make your winter. Shrubs Shrubs are another easy with the side of a hammer, don't to the unit and space for the air way to take advantage of the hid yard more beautiful, few realize In the summer, deciduous trees intakes. strike one hammer with another; den benefits of landscaping. and don't use a hammer with a that it can reduce summer cooling block the sun with their leafy limbs, Vines Vinesareanothernatural bills by as much as 50 percent Shrubs can be planted to form a loose or damaged handle. cooling anything underneath with way to reduce your energy bills. living fence between the sun and Creating an energy-saving land their plentiful shade. In the winter, During the summer, vines can your house, suggests AAN. Ever scape doesn't require exotic mate deciduous trees allow the sun to provide direct shade on the walls green shrubs can also be place on Pool pride rials-just trees, vines or shrubs, shine through their bare branches, of your house. This keeps the the north and west sides of your say the American Association of According to the National Spa providingwarmingsunlightforyou surface temperatures down and home to block winter winds. & Pool Institute, approximately 6 Nurserymen (AAN). With proper home. For the best results, locate reduces the amount of heat con Shrubs can shade the architec million people own family pools. placement of vegetation, you can deciduous trees on the southern ducted into you home. The result tural features that are prone to The states with the most pools are reduce your energy bills by reduc and western sides of your home. is a more comfortable and livable heat transfer during the summer, California, Florida and New York. ing the temperature fluctuations Wheo planting for shade around environment. in your home. . such as sliding glass patio doors your home in the summer, don't For those eager gardeners who and windows. Shrubs planted pri Tool time Trees Beatingthe blistering heat forget to provide a cool place for want to start saving money on their marily for their shade-giving prop of a summer day is as easy as your air conditioning unit. energy bills right away, vines pro erties should be tall enough to Essential tools for any home planting trees to provide shade. According to AAN, shading an vide quick-growing shade. In block the late afternoon sun. For owner include a hammer, assorted According to AAN, planting trees air conditioning unit can lengthen roughly five years, certain vines most homeS, shrubs should be sizes of regular and Phillips screw to shade the roof, walls and·win the life of the compressor. The can grow large enough to shade from six to eight feet tall. drivers, tape measure, level and dows of your home in the summer shade ease the strain that the unit most of your home. In addition, handsaw. can reduce your cooling bills by as For summer living like you've can experience from operating for vines are a good alternative for never had before, check out the much as 50 percent. Shading even hours 00 end in intense heat. One those homes with limited ground 20 percent of the roof for an entire wide variety of trees, vines and Basic security, way to provide shade for an air space. shrubs at your local garden cen day will reduce your energy costs. few basic security measures conditioner is to plant a flowering Like deciduous trees, decidu ter. Start your energy-saving land A The amount of shade you can tree or shrub near the uni~ say ous vines are a good choice. They scape today. can deter a would-be burglar. provide with a tree depends largely AAN. Just be sure not to block can be trained to grow up a trellis, Remember that deadbolt locks are upon the type of tree you plant, good air circulation. and arbor or a porch during spring For a change, the hardestto open. Reinforce slid explainstheAAN.Deciduoustrees and summer, cooling your home. ingdoors, make sure outdoor Iight Another option might be to build ingisadequate and consider a front During the winter these vines can accessorize rooms be trimmed back to let in extra door made of sturdy hardwood, light, AAN says. Just as accessories give your .such as wh ite oak. wardrobe a lift, so do they revital- ' When using vines in your' en ize a room. A few Mexican rugs, Deck days ergy saving landscape, check with white-washed walls and primitive . the specialist at your local garden looking accessories will give a Wanttoenjoythegreatoutdoors center to see what types of vines to room a Southwestern feel without at home? Decks are a home im avoid. Keep in mind that not all spending a 10lof money. provement project that get a 75 vines are a good choice for land percent retur!, on the investment. scaping, as, some may damage Decorative touches, such as spe cial handrails, spindles, posts and newels make any deck more invit TOP GRADE ing. Toasting safely CARPET Get yourself and your family in WINTER CLEARANCE SALE the habit of unplugging a toaster oven or broiler after each use. This SAXONY will decrease the odds that some PLUSH one may accidentally leave the - MAUVE 5f~~~;nl$1299 - GREY switch on after baking or broiling, - BLUE causing the appliance to overheat (ARPET sq. yd.' - BEIGE - BROWN and start a flre. ' FREE PAD INSTALLED - GREEN Be careful not to let a metal pan or an aluminum container touch a top heating element in a toaster oven. This can create a short and burn out the element. 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At the store Avoid trendy decor "Do you want paper or plastic?· Floors galore is a common question asked at the in children's rooms checkout counter in supermarkets today. But what's the correct an While kids may clamor for a blinds instead of more costly cur· swer? Here are some shopping tips room filled with Teenage Mutant tains. to follow: Ninja Turtle or the Simpsons, If more than one child is in the Buy bulk whenever.possible- beware the temptation to grant bedroom, be sure to provide sepa· usuallyyou'Usavemoney,getmore their wishes. rate space for each. Give each half ·product and less package. Try to Even though Bart is their best of the bulletin wall for his own avoid products that us excess buddy today, tomorrow he may be theme selections, and use colorful packaging such as lunch packages an em barrassing reminder of their kid·height storage compartments thataredoubleandtriplewrapped. childish ways. for clothes and toys. They'l not If you have a choice, choose prod·' And although elaborate only partially divide the room for a u.cts packaged in recyclable mat~ kid room decor with detailed train feeling of privacy, but also visually· nal such as glass and/or aluml station murals and theme furnish· tie together the various colors in num. Look for "green· products ing such as race-car beds has been each child's theme choice. made with recycled paper and the rage, the dinosaur dens and Don't forget room to play and/ without harmful chemicals and fairy·tale forests of yesteryear or study. Set aside one corner of a dyes. become horribly dated as children younger child's room for play fur· And to avoid the classic "paper grow. niture, including a kid·size table or plastic· dilemma? Bring your So how to honor the belief that and chairs for creative drawing and own sturdy canvas or string shop- a child should be able to define his coloring. ping bag to carry groceries. own space and yet protect your budget from expensive redecorat· ing according to a child's whims? Remodeling by Steven Carberry Most designers agree the best bet for kiddie style is to create a neutral palette of carpeting, waUs and basic furnishing to which in· expensive treatments can be added and changed as quickly as a kid's mind. The parent chooses the rooms basics, including an entire wall covered in cork or bulletin board panels. The children then can make Often overlooked, flooring is an affordable element of -~- - ---.;", interior design that can make a room extraordinary. their own selections from theme Whether it is hardwood, tile or linoleum, a little work sheets and posters or drawings for porches a specialty done on your floor can go a long way•. the bulletin wall. 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If there's a consistent theme in thing-goes kitsch is not quite right For example, wood may be Take an interior design course in space, there are solutions: Slip furnishings today, it's that there is for the '90s_ stained to give it color and to show ata community college, get a book no single dominant style. covers (or new upholstery) in a Call it the New Eclectic: Styles off the grain (which has been done on the history o£furniture, browse, vibrant color or pattern will revital Blending is in, items reflect the (which haven't disappeared, by the for centuries), then finished with a through antique stores, visit fabric ized a sofa/love seat set; compact, individualized tastes of their own way) are combined with care; and, high-gloss polyester resin that and upholstery suppliers, go on multifunction furnishings include ers; comfort is key_ reflecting an appreciation of inno resembles lacquer (creating a home tours during the holidays, cabinet-desks that create instant The word "eclectic" may occur vation, individual itemsthemselves fresh, contemporary look). snoop through country inns and home offices, entertainment cen to you, but beware-this is a tired often exhibit several design ele A reproduction Louis XVI love exotic resorts, and visit model ters that house audiovideo equip term, and its connotation of any: ments. seat might be covered in a Cubist homes. Make a scrapbook, a "wish ment beds that disappear into the print; a sleek metal Bauhaus-style book," of everything you see that wall, and pool tables that covert to chair might be reborn with classi you love-regardless of cost. dining room use. cal scrolled tips and curved arms; If this sounds time-consuming, Whether you thrill to the chase and tapestry, an ages-old uphol-. consider the fact that the furnish for the perfect chair of simply want FREE stery' material, is boasting new, ings that surround you define your "something classic" delivered modern patterns. "comfort zone," the place to which ASAP, you should be award of the • ESTIMATES This melange of styles and ideas you retreat from the world. Also, following: Landscaping design can be both exhilarating and in these items are investments, and and Installation The stark, impersonal"contem timidating. Sure, it's fun to have so you want to choose carefully to porary" furniture of the '60s and Residential/Commercial much freedom, so much opportu ensure their lasting value. Full Year Guarantee '70s has become friendlier; new nity to make a personal state Even so, you needn't see the On All Nursery Stock versions are sleek and clean of ment-but where does an unfur task as overwhelming. Furniture line, but also have softer edges and nished person begin? designers, manufacturers and re more padd ing-combine well with CRYSTAL Educate yourself about what is tailers are aware of the dilemma area rugs, rich fabrics and wood GREENS available, and as you do: discover and have taken steps to remedy it. floors. your likes and dislikes. 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Come to I Newsgraphics of Delmar and place your printing projects - whatever they may be - in the hands of artists and crafts persons who care! '- c5lMgraphics Printers 125 ADAMS STREET. DELMAR • NEW YORK 439-5363 11 Grove Street, Delmar, New York 12054 D.A. BENNETT INC. <- 76th Anniversary -> , , FurRaCfl/Air Conditioning Sale Quality ..u~ A Long Time Trained Service Specialists 24 HoursADay. .. Every Day 3411~~~~eAve. 439.9966 ,10% Veteran or Senior Citizen Discounts PAGE 20 - February 27, 1991 I HOME IMPROVEMENT I Colonie Spotlight· The Spotlight . , Blackbird boys top Hoosick Falls; to face Schuylerville at civic center By Erin Sullivan Earlierthatweek,HoosickFalls ingto Carrk It has been a long eight years played at Fonda.Theirbestplayer, That night was marked with the since a Voorheesville boys basket- Jesse Cormier, passed the team return of the previously injured ball team has shot at the hoops of with a high of 31 points. When he Steve Lapinski. Showing no ill ef the Glens Falls Civic Center. That faced the Birds, Cormier's entire fects, Lapinski led the Birds in - all changed last week when the team only scored 32 points. scoring with 12 points. The team Blackbirds, seeded number three, "We really prepared hard to play benefited from the strong bench Be advances to semis were scheduled to play number Cormier," said ,Carrk. "We have support of Erin Sullivan with 10 two seed Schuylerville at the cen- faced teams with players like him points, and Dan Darmondy and By Jason Wilkie mates, with eightofher 13atlempts Eric Logan, with six and five points, going in the basket. ter. sowehadsomeexperienceinhow The Bethlehem girls basketball to stay with him." The Blackbirds respectively. Regular Todd team last weekend defeated Senior Kelly Hyan also contrib Coach Skip Carrk not only . held Cormier to 15 points for the Rockmore also had 10 points, Rich Guilderland in the Section II Class uted to the team's win. She scored wants to play there, but also wants night. Adams and Bill Stone each had . A Quarterfinal game, winning 41- eight points and added five steals, the win. If Carrk's hopes are ful- According to Carrk, the Birds six, and Tom Giantasio, strong on 26. well above her season average. filled, the Birds will be propelled came out a little rusty in their the boards, contributed four. In TIle win was not as easy as it Mary Betll Breslin, Andrea Cor into the championship match shooting, but their defense com the second half of the fourth quar could have been. It was a full four nell and Lynn Doody each added against the number four seed, pensated for this. "Hoosick Falls ter, Carrk emptied his bench with minutes before BC put a ball in the two points to the team's total. SaratogaCatholicandnumberone never got a shot without some no damage, on the way to a 59-32 hoop.TIlroughout theentiregame, Though Bethlehem did not seeded Watervliet Friday nigh~ 7 body in their face. Our sheer de victory. the Lady Eagles'.star center, Anita dominate at the level at which they p.m. at the civic center. Spectators termination and hustle took them. The Blackbirds ended the sea Kaplan, was suffering from the flu. had been predicted, they still may wish to call the Vooorheesville (H f th son with an 11-5 league record, high school at 765-3314 tor ticket oosick Falls) out 0 e game." Despite her illness (she was re managed to hold on to a six-point Duringthe second half of the game, and have a 15-6 overall standing. portedly bedridden for two days lead through every quarter of the information. the Voorheesville offense began prior to the game) , Kaplan contrib game. The victory over Guilder This semifinal excitementis the to return. The players "just had . In Selkirk The Spotlight is sold at uted 27 points. She had to retreat land brought Be's season to 18 some wrinkles to iron out," accord- Convenient and"Bumby~ Deli from the game at the end of the wins and three losses. I3ethlehem result of a 59-32 win that first half due to exhaustion. When is scheduled to play tonight (Wed Voorheesville snatched from she returned in the second half, nesday) at 6:30 p.m. at Colonie Hoosick Falls last weekend in a she came through for her team- Central High. Quarterfinal sectional match. MIKE MASHUTA'S TRAINING CENTER, INC. i j Voorheesville grapplers end season Buy 1 YearGet 3 Month. FREE or By Kevin Taylor Ascone had won a 9-0 decision in Buy 6 Months Get 2 Months FREE The Voorheesville wrestlers thefrrstround. EricDommermuth Tim Heeth and Dave Offer expires 3/5/91 competed at the Glens Falls Civic wrestled well in a tough draw. He Bartholomew both suffered sec Gift Certificates Available ond round pins. Heeth lost in the Center last week when the in the defeated Craig Coon 1()'0 in the Open 5AM - Mon., Wed., Fri. Section II State Qualifier meet. The first round before losing a 4-0 third period and Bartholomew to a Salem wrestler early in the fITst. 1548 Delaware Avenue, Delmar, N.Y. 10 Blackbird wrestlers who had decision. Behind Grand Union· 439-1200 won the right to participate were Greg Heeth lost 5-2 in the first Hotaling lost a heart· breaker in one of the largest representations round to Jason Warne of War- the second round. He built up a 4- from any school. However, not a udd single Blackbird grappler' re rensburll"' !3 y Deschenes' suf- 0 lead after one period. Late in the ott,:,t,:,:,,,,,: adult leagues I private & group lessons I aerobics ttt:t·:t,:,,,:,,:::,:@ fered a pm In the fITst round at 177 second, Mike Dejzonka got an a f mained alive after the Quarterfi by Halph Fiorello of Amsterdam. escape and a takedown to make it -g " nals. All 10 wrestlers were elimi nated in either the fITst or second Josh Vink suffered a fITst round 4-3. In the third, Dejzonkareversed ~ ~ . round. pin at the hands of eventual run- Hotaling to lead 54, but with un- .., " ner-up Rick Grembocki of Colo- der 15 seconds lelt Hotaling was ~ l!! There were very few Blackbird nie.Hewaspinnedlateinthethird given an escape as the two went .. Come :;: highlights. Chad Hotaling pinried period while trailing 13·6. Mike' out of bounds. In the ensuing 12 '@;lorbetterel6 Jason Knox of Havena in just seven ... service. Gaudio was technicalfalled at138, seconds, he lost a takedown and 0 iii seconds. Tim Heeth wrestled into 15-0 by Mike Painter of Salem. the match, 7-5. .c overtime to gain a decision vic a tory. 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ThsSpollight -February 27, 1991 -'PAGE 15 .. ~an's List' I] UniversityofRochester-Eliza beth Katherine Hutter, Jeremy Paul Crean, Courtney Wallace Wilson, Andrew Phillip' Patrick, Delmar. Hartwick College - Kristin L. Houghton, Tracy A Stevens, Todd M. Porter, Jonathan,L Flanders, Voorheesville; Natalia M. Baus back, Slingerlands. State University at Oneonta Heather Kullberg, Michele Bur kart, Delmar; Jennifer Lockman, Glenmont. The King's College - Kevin P. Davis, Voorheesville. Rensselaer Polytechniclnsti tute - Stephen D. Ainsworth, Kevin Bruce Allen, Matthew R. Hess, Delmar; Devin P. Barry, Selkirk; Matthew L. Bates, James W. Hooks, Voorheesville. UniversityofDelaware-Mich e1le Lynn Gibbons, Delmar. Susan Schipano and Glenn A. Evans University of Virginia - Pat Mr. and Mrs. Keith Kiernan rick 1. McSharry, Delmar. Schipano, Evans engaged Bowdoin College - Margot A Willey, Kiernan wed Downs, Delmar. Mr. and Mrs.AnthonySchipano lege. She isemployed by Certified I leMoyne College - Michael of Feura Bush have announced Allergy Consultants in Albany. 1, Beth A Willey, daughter of William laRose and Bernard Roberts, Delmar, the engagement of their daughter, Evans is·a graduate of Ulster ~ Sherman were ushers. Carol Willey of Slingerlands and State University at Oswego _ SusanSchipano,toGlennAEvans County Community College and i the late Howard Willey, and Keith .The bride is a graduate of Beth Michele Buenau, Crystal Fournier" of New Paltz. State University at New Paltz. He \ E. Kiernan, son of Edwin Kieman lehem Central High School, and Delmar. Schipano is a graduate of Beth- is employed as a teacher by the of Rotterdam and Mary Jane Kier attended State University at TIle College of Saint RoSe _ lehem Central High School and Greenville Central School District. nail of Albany, were married Nov. Geneseo and Siena College. She is , 10. Jennifer L. Crepeau, Kathryn F. Hudson Valley Community Cal AnOctoberweddingisplanned. employed by Marine Midland Felt, Kelly A Mcguiness, Janet L. The Rev. Arthur Hagy con Savings Bank in Albany, Riscica, Delmar; Brendan 1. Lalor, ducted the service in the First The groom, a graduate of Al Glenmont; Kelly M. Doggett, United Methodist Church of Del bany HighSchool, served in the Christine A Doyle, Cherie L: Ver Perry, Genovesi engaged mar. U.S. Navy for three years. He is nol, Ravena; Joanne T, Goes, Lisa Joseph J. and Jacqueline.A. played by the Spotlight Newspa Phyllis Thompson was matron employed by Sams Italian-Ameri A. Vitillo, Selkirk; Maura E. Perry, of Voorheesville, have an pers .. of honor. Kathleen laRose and can Restaurant in Albany. Murphy, Theresa L. VanWormer, . Patricia Willey were bridesmaids. nounced the engagement of their Genovesiis a graduate of Clay Aftera wedding trip to Orlando. Voorheesville . daughter, Jacqueline Anne Perry, ton A Bouton High School and Edwin Kiernan was best man. Fla., the couple resides in Albany. Bucknell University -.,. James to Jeffrey Joseph Genovesi, son of Brockport University. He is a Jewell, Delmar. Joseph and Patricia Genovesi of plumber and steam fitter with / Parks and Recreation Department Purdue University - Elizabeth Slingerlands. Plumbers & Steam Fitters United announces spring, programs, job openings B. Rissberger, Voorheesville. Perry is a graduate of Clay10n Associalion Local No.7. State University at Cortland A. Bouton High School and' An Octo berwedding is planned. The Town of Bethlehem Parks Brochures are available at the Marlo K. Bruch, Delmar. Syracuse University. She is em- and Recreation Department will park office, or call the office at 439- Clarkson Universityinl'otsdam begin registration for spring pro 4131 for more information. Bro - Christine M. Roche, Glenmont; Pupil wins first round in national contest· grams on Monday, March 4. Tiny chures will not be mailed. All pro Thomas F. Hampston, Tot swim for ages 4,5 and 6 will be grams are open to residents of the Voorheesville. Doryen Bubeck, a seventh phy was the fIrst round in the third held in two sessions, Monday and Town of Bethlehem and Bethle Gordon College - Gary S. grader at St. Thomas the Apostle annual National Geography Bee. Wednesday orTuesday and Thurs hem Central· School District Winn, Selkirk. School in Delmar, has won the School winners across the U.S. day afternoons. It will run from school competition and a chance took a written test; up to 100 of the April 29 to May 30. Choose one Summer jobs available State University at Plattsburgh at a $25,000 college' scholarship. top scorers in each state will be session only. Youth Stroke Im- The Parks and Recreation _ Carolyn M. Brooks, Delmar.' The school-level bee on geogra- eligible to compete in state bees. provement, for ages 6 and up, will"''[)epartnie~t is now accepting on April 5. run Tuesday, Wednesday and applications for summer employ Thursday evenings from April 2 to ment at the Parks and Recreation ... May 2. office, Monday through Friday ~ COMPLETE RESUME SERVICE .... Adult programs offered this from 8:30a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Applica ... ::: .. l- Composition, Editing, Typing spring include' Aerobic Trim, lions can be made for pool alten I I Shape Up, Bodywise, Waterworks dants and lifeguards, concession • Leiters; Labels· Term Papers and Senior Water Workout. Other and park workers, swimming in ••••••••••••• programs offered are Mommy or structors, playground leaders, PAR TYPING SERVICE Daddy and Me (ages 2 and 3) and tennis instructors and other pro 'Prompt- & Reliable" Call 439-0058 Albany Medical Center' Come Fly with Me (ages 4 and 5). gram positions. Hospital Girl, Katharine Ann, to 11. and Mrs. Jack E. Pederson, Slinger lands, Dec. 20. Congratulations! Our Contest Boy, Mark Alexander, to Nancy and Gilbert Boucher, Delmar, Dec. 21. Winner: Susan Durant of Delmar. Be alumnus places in competition NOW OFFERING . Raymonk R. Brunk, a 1984 C.A. Apples graduate of Bethlehem Central Pick Up & Delivery High School, took second place in the Men's Middleweight Class of Service the Nor'theastern States Body Many Varieties" Available building Showdown. The competi tion was presented by Body I nde Call For Details Fresh Oder • :&:rkery • Gifts • LOOch pendent 01 Chemical Contaminates •.• ForaUyour pet needs at the Palace Theater in Albany on A family owned and operated, dependable service Apple & Cider Tasting Feb. 2, 199r. WUb a friendly relaxed almospbere Brunk has been a fitness in Senior Citizens Discount structor at the Delmar Athletic PROFESSIONAl GROOMING WIlli A UNIQUE TOUCH " Club and the Steuben Athletic Route 9W Glenmont (1 mile south of Town Squire) 432-1030 HollIS: Mon.·sat. 9-5, SUn. 10-5 OPEN YEAR ROUND Clu b, and is currently an instruc tor at the Bodyworks in Albany. He Now Open Mondays New Expanded Hours. RT. 156 Between VoorheesvWe & Altamont Man - Sat 8-6 Thurs 8-8 765-2956 is also employed by Travelers Insurance Company. PAGE 16 - Febru;lrY 27;1991 - The Spollighl Cross, Daley engaged Charles C. and Elayne K Cross of Slingerlands have announced the engagement of their daughter, Carolyn D. Cross, to Shawn G. Daley, son of Francis S. and Carol , Daley of Oneonta. Cross is a graduate of Bethle hem Central High School and State University at Plattsburgh, and will complete a master's degree from the College of St. Rose in May. Daley is a graduate of State University at Plattsburgh. He is employed by the state Commis sion on Cable TV. \ An August wedding is planned. \ Spotlight on&" • the Service ~ Geoffrey Hutchinson, the son of Yvonne and Samuel Hutchinson Mr. and Mrs. Stephen L Molinsek i., of Delmar, has been called to ac· tive service from the Army Re Gray, Molinsek' wed Mr. and Mrs. Michael F. Rozzi serves. A graduate of Bethlehem Cen· Christine Marie Gray, daugh- Joseph Rutnick. David Semo, and Humphrey, Ruzzi wed tral High School, Springfield Col ter of William and Helen Gray of' Richard Molinsek were ushers. lege, and Physical Therapy School Delmar, and Stephen Louis Molin- The bride is a graduate of Beth Wendy Sue Humphrey, daugh Renee Humphrey and Fallon Ruzzi in Pittsburgh, Pa., Hutchinson sek, son of Louis and Phyllis Mo- lehem Central High School and ter of Evelyn M. Humphrey of were flower girls. served as a second Lt in the Army linsek of Glenmont. were married Hartwick College, and is a candi Selkirk and James Humphrey of at Fort Ord, Calif., before return January 12. date for a master's degree from Voorheesville, and Michael E Joseph Ruzzi was best man. ingtoDehnartoworkattheSamuel The University at Albany. She is Ruzzi, son of Joseph and Marie Robert Hervie and Peter Bincinni S. Stratton Veterans Administra Father JamesCribbsconducted employed by the Albany County were ushers. tion Hospital in Albany. He was the ceremony in St'Thomas the Probation Department. Ruzzi of Leeds, were married Apostle Church in Delmar. August 25. The bride is a graduate of Rav- ' later transferred to the VA. Hospi The groom is a graduate of ena-Coeymans-Selkirk High tal in Canandaigoa. Elizabeth Gray was maid of Bethlehem Central High School. Father John Murphy officiated School. Now serving at the Walter Reed honor. Lori' Rohan, Heather Siena College and Albany Law the ceremony at St. Patrick's Army Hospital in Washiniton, The groom is employed by D.C., Hutchinson is a lieutenant Mathusa, Mary Pezzulo, Tara School. He is employed by the Church in Catskill. Entenmann's. Hathaway, and Tracey Holland Delmar law ftrm of Friedman,al1d colonel. and is waiting for his were bridesmaids. Manning. Joyce Humphreywas matron of Nter a wedding trip to the confirmation as colonel. After a wedding trip to Jackson honor. Patricia Humphrey and Poconos, the couple resides in He is married to the former Angela Ruzzi were bridesmaids. Andy Smith was best man. hole, Wyo., the couple resides in Athens. Leslie Cox, daughter of Mr. and BruceSchenke1,AlexMacDonald, Delmar. Mrs. Robert Cox of Delmar. The ArbQur, Lennon engaged couple have two so~s. Hector Arbour of Albany and Judy Petroske of Voorheesville have announced the engagement of their daughter, Nicole Elizabeth Arbour, to Richard Lennon, son of Richard and Marjorie Lennon of Florida. Arbour is a graduate of Clayton Bouton High School and the Col lege of Saint Rose. Lennon is a graduate of Clayton PARTY ACCESSORIES Bouton High School and Hofstra Community University, and will graduate in FOR EVERY OCCASION! May from the University of Florida Dental School. Personalized Invitations Corner AJune wedding is planned. - Napkins + Matches Nicole Arbour Placecards & More! DELMAR PRINTERS Getting Married? 118 Adams St" Delmar, NY 12054 Pro-troop march planned in Bethlehem Let everyone know in the The Spotlight (518) 439-3026. Fax (518) 439-3824 A community march to show support for troops Send a photo and the information to: in the Persian Gulf will take place in the Town of Box 1~O, Delmar, NY 12054 Receive 10% Off Your Order With This Ad The Spotlight Bethlehem on March 10. 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Printers Quality and Dependability You Can Afford Th9Spotlight -February 27, 1991 -PAGE 17 Tax counseling offered shoulder pavement as close as six to seniors D feet to a number of Vietnam veter Exit ans' graves, and that state snow • 1...... ___O_b_l_·tu_a_ri_e_s_~ Free income tax counselingwill plows would probably spray snow be provided for older persons at (From Page J) and slush across them. the Voorheesville Public Ubrary American Bank of New York, a Joseph J. Gowdy· its recording secretary and public through the Tax-Aide program plaza leaseholder, was ready to "What I see is a real likelihood JosephJ.Gowdy,83,oftheEddy ity chairperson. sponsored by the American Asso- begin operations there. The plan that this right-of-way would inter fere in some way with those grave Memorial Geriatric CenteroITroy, A 50-year honorary member ciation ofRetired Persons with the ners, however, had previously a former civil engineer, died and a past president of the Mon cooperation of the Internal Reve- stipulated that no new tenants sites," said Wakeman. But he said Wednesday, Feb. 6, at Samaritan day Musical Club, Mrs. Baumbach nue Service. would be granted occupancy per- the possibility developers could Hospital in Troy. had appeared annually asa soloist. Tax-Aide will be offered on mits until the turn lane issue was find some way to acquire ceme tery property still "is not com Born in Fort Worth, Texas, Mr. She was a member of the Albany March 6, 20, and April 3, from 10 resolved. pletely a dead issue." Gowdy was a longtinle resident of Oratorio Society and a charter a.m. to 2 p.m. Appointments are While the board voted unani Delmar. Hewasanactiveoutdoors memberoflhe FriendsoftheChoir necessary, and can be made by mouslyto let First American move "It's unlikely that the Diocese man, and acivil engineeringgradu of the Cathedral of All Saints in callingthelibrary'sreferencedesk into Glenmont Plaza, they decided will go along with theproposaI but ate of Cornell University. Albany. She was a member of the at 765-2791. to wait on a vote on whether to we are willing to continue trying " First Methodist Church ofDelmar Participants should bring cop- open the entrance altogether until said Wakeman. ' An All-American lacrosse for more than 60 years. player, Mr. Gowdy retired in 1978 ies of last year's federal and state after a meeting next month be Barr said he's "torn" on the from the state Department of Mrs. Baumbach was the widow tax returns and forms for this tax tween plaza attorney Robert question, but ultimately is in favor Transportation when he was 71 of Carl S. Baumbach. Survivors yeartothesession,includingW-2s Wakeman and representatives of of opening the entrance. He said years old. include a son, Mark H. Baumbach and other relevant forms showing the Roman Catholic Diocese of that if the board voted to do so, he of Voorheesville; and a brother, income for the year. Albany. Husband of the late Jean S. would put" the topic back on its Stanley W. Woodin of Whitney The Diocese is involved because agenda after six months so it could • Gowdy, he was a WW1I Navy vet Point, Broome County. eran. the plaza has been trying to pur review its operation. And, he noted, Services were from the First Lenten series chase property along 9W from "The fact that we open up the en Survivors include a daughter, United Methodist Church. Burial open to families Calvary Cemetery, so itwould have trance shouldn't foreclose the Mrs. Meredith Meislahn of Bar was in Albany Rural Cemetery in The annual "Four Wednesdays room to widen the road and install possibility of getting the left turn rington, RI.; and three grandchil Menands. lane." dren. in Lent" series of dinners and pro- the turn lane. But the cemetery Arrangements were by Apple grams at the First Church in AI- has sought guarantees construc Public Works Commissioner A memorial service was held bee Funeral Home in Delmar. bany, 110 Pearl St., will be held on tio,! work and s?b~equent road Bruce Secor also said he thinks Saturday, Feb. 16, from the Apple Wednesdays, Feb. 27, March 6, 13 mamtenance won t dIsturb nearby the entrance should be opened. bee Funeral Home, Delmar. Burial Contributions may be made to: the Faxton Children's Hospital, and 20, beginning at 6 p.m. The graves. He said he believes traffic prob was in Walnut Hill Cemetery in public is invited. Wakeman told the board Tues- lems around the plaza should be Council Bluffs, Iowa. 1676SunsetAve., Utica, N.Y. 13502; the Monday Musical Club Schol Dinner prices are $5 for adults, ~ay that plans for widening 9~ to handled by a larger state project Contributions may be made to arship Fund, c/o Helen Henshaw, $2 for children under 12, with a mstall the turn lane would brmg realigning Route 9W. either the American Heart Asso 325 Kings Road, Apt. 208, Schenec maximum family charge of $11. ciation, 440 New Karner Rd., AI tady12304; or the First United Reservations may be made by D bany12205 or Sl Peter's Hospice, Methodist Church Memorial calling the church office, at 463- 315 So. Manning Blvd., Albany Fund, 428 Kenwood Ave., Delmar 4449, no later than the preceding Honor roll 12208. Mondayeach week. Programsrun 12054. (From Page 13) Praag, Melissa Warden, Christo from 7 to 8:15 p.m. pher Webb, Carrie Whitaker,Shan Ruth Baumbach Child care is provided for in- Stornelli, Megan Walsh, Wendy non Woodley. Ruth Woodin Baumbach, 87, of fants and toddlers. Children Wright.. D Suit through grade 3 will participate in Grade12: Cynthia Asmus, Re Crow Ridge Road in Voorheesville, Gradell: Joyce Aycock, Mi becca Biggerstaff, Atman Bin former violinist and musicteacher, (From Page J) creative programs and children in grades 4 to 6 and youth in grades 7 chael Aylward, Lisa Ballou, Omri stock, Antonio Caparros, Aaron died Sunday, Feb. 17, in Albany and the defendant's "criminal his Beer, Gabriel Belfort, Joshua Medical Center Hospital. tory." to 12 will participate in supervised Colman, Jed Colquhoun, Jennifer games and activities. Bloom, Stephen Bradt, Michael Born in Watervliet, Mrs. Baum Both Greenberg and Currie Chaifetz, Sara Clash, Adam Clos Curtis, Molly DeFazio, Sandra bach lived in Voorheesville since would not release copies of the son, Cheryl Davies, Matthew Drozd, Christopher Dumper, 1958. A concert violinist and mu crime. investigation reports in Bank appoints Davis, Kira Deyss, Jennifer Ki~berly Evans, Jennifer-Fisk, " sic teacher in Voorheesville, she questIOn because the charges DiDomenico, Matthew Dugan, Kevin Freeman, Brooke Grenz, was a graduate of the Julliard against Gauthier have been diS' Delmar woman Benjamin Faulkner, Amy Ferraris, Rebecca Grimwood, Kate Hack School of Music in New York City. missed. Ricken has refused to Christine L. Irons of Delmar Margaret Franzen, Joshua Frye, man, Edward Hauser, Justiri"· Mrs. Baumbach had served as comment· specifically on their has been named financial services Merlyn Gordon, Brendon Gross, Hilson, Vivek Kaul, Bozanka Kip chaplain and regent of the Mo contents. officer at Key Bank of Eastern New Sean Hawley, Danielle Hecht, Eric hawk Chapter of the Daughters of Gauthier has said he needed York NA's Ravena Branch. The H orowitz,J ulie H wang,JesseJ ack, rovska, Naomi Kubo, Keith Len the American Revolution from more than 100 stitches to repair anno~ncement was .made by b~nk Kelly Jenkins, Madlen Kadish, den, Kathryn Leonard, Nancy 1956-59 and 1968-70. She was a artery damage in his arm after he PreSIdent and ChIef ExecutIve Karen Kerness, Debra Koretz, Leonard, Andrew Mc Quide, Ste member and past president of the was restrained by Bethlehem's Officer Robert M. Curley. Matthew Kratz, Jonathan lack ven McCauslin, Michael Moran, Capital District Regents Council. police dog, and additional stitches Ironsjoined Key Bank's Branch man, Rebecca Leonard, Jennifer Kristen Noonan, Rachel Nurick, Matuszek, Melissa McGrath, Erin She was also a member of the in his head after being struck with Division in 1983, and was named Jeanine Peterson, David Pierce, Dutch Settlers Society, serving as a police flashlight. nnancial services assistant in 1988. Mitchell, Lori Murphy, Brian Phil lips, Christine Piorkowski, Cara Joshua Pierce, Erin Rodat, Marla Platt, Alison Ragone, Hannah Rosenberg, Teige Sheehan. Jon Rodgers, Kristi Roger, Joshua athan Swick, William Tsitsos,jen vrrvHE WOUTHj1~·07if.1ET'5£ORK Rosen, Maryam Sarrafizadeh, Kira nifer Tucker, Benjamin Vigoda, ,110:) v.o Stokes, Karen Stornelli, Manisha Shannon Von Ronne, Benjamin 1L ..; 1l 11.fJ.\j; Tinani, ToddTurner, Nicholas Van Weiss. Special on l~ (HANNI; Program for parents still open There is still plenty of room in our and times to see the narrated slide show The Civil War, Part 4 S1EPtreen program, scheduled to begin entitled "Promotion and Price: How the • Wednesday, 8.-05 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 28. This is a course for Alcohol Industry Targets Youth." The The CIvil War, Pari 6 all parents who want to help their teen program will air March 4 at 7:30 p.m., • Thursday. B.05 p.m. The Civil War, Part 8 agers behave responsibly in the face of March 5 at noon and March 7 at 6 p.m. • Friday. 9:05 p.m. today's social pressures, and who want Mark your calendars for Monday, Roger Whittaker: Uve from the Tivoli their relationships with teenagers to be April!, 7:30 p.m., room 46 at Bethlehem • Saturday, 8 p.m. more satisfying and enjoyable. Call us at Centra! High School, for the public debut National Geographic Special 439-7740 for more information or to reg performance ofMau's Ant: Improv The • Sunday, 7 p.m. Great Performances ister, even if you can't begin on the 28th. atre, our new student inprov group di • Monday, 10:10 p.m. Try to tune in to the Bethlehem Chan rected by James Yeara. Curious abut the Nova nel (3 I) on one of the following dates name? Come and find oul. 355 Delaware AVenue, Delmar, New York 12054 439·7740 ' Owens~Corning Fiberglas supports . .. ColumnSponsored by . public television' for a better community .GE PLASTICSeELKI RKOPERATION OWENS COIIN,N(, ... NEW YORK 12158 FIBERGlAS EmplOyer,' Owens-Corning is Fiberglas .. " ..... PAGE 18 - February 27,1991 - The Spotlight CALENDAR CLASSIFIEDS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESS DIRECTORY February 27, 1991 A Section Of Spotlight Newspapers RCCA offers fun learning for all ages By Debi Boucher Since spring is a time of awakenings, its an apt time to stir up and nurture your artis tic talent. Ifyou've ever wanted , to learn painting, wood carv ing, basketry, calligraphy or figure drawing, now is a good time to act on that urge and choose one of the classes of fered by the Rensselaer County Council for the Arts. A nearly 3().year-old institu tion, RCCA draws on a stable of experienced instructors - all professional artists them selves - to offer afull slate of visual and performing arts and crafts. In addition to evening, day time and weekend classes for adults, RCCA offers a variety of children's classes, including painting, pottery, mixed me dia, wood carving and drama. Each course said Williams. notingthatpottery courses is designed for a specific age group, from 3 often attract repeat students progresl!" t050nupto9through14.Themostpopular, ing from beginner to intermediate and according to Deputy Director Amy Wil advanced classes. There is no "average" liams. is cartooning. "Cartooning is hot," RCCA student, she said; classes tend to she said, adding that acting classes for be "A nice mix of different kinds of children and teens, taught by Keith Eagle, people." With class sizes limited to be are also in demand. tween six and 12 students, participants The council broadens its menu each' not only get plenty of individual atten year, Williams said, and is constantly spic tion, but an enriching social experience, ing it up with new and unusual course as well. offerings. "I like to keep it interesting," said While RCCA classes are filled prima Williams, who this year added paper and rily with residents of Rensselaer and fabric marbleizing and "BeadsfromTrees." A1banycounties. Williams said, students a nature-and-art workshop for children and have come from as far away as Vermont adults. and Plattsburgh. Most, however, hail from the surrounding, communities of Writing workshops, for both children Rensselaer, Albany, Colonie,. Clifton and adults, are a new venture for RCCA, as Park. Saratoga and Delmar, she said. Children participate in a variety of craft activities at the Rensselaer are classes for practicing artists. The coun "Out of the academic situation, this is County Council for the Arts in Troy. Spring courses at RCCA are now cil has also begun offering a course geared one of the only places to come to learn a open for registration. toward art educators, youth leaders and new skill," she said. parents which foCuses on the environment. Most classes are taught at the classes. however, is taught off;site: Culi camps. one in performing arts, the other a like "Beads From Trees," "The Earth and council's headquarters, at 189 Second nary arts classes, including soups and visual arts enrichment program, are being the Arts" is a one-day workshop. Street, Troy, across from Washington sauces, French cooking and pasta mak offered for the first time, for ages 7 to 10 and RCCA's Schedule includes something Park. The basement level houses a jew ing, are held at Cappricio Banquet The 11 to 14. Two two-week sessions are sched for everyone's schedule. from one day to elry and frame-making studio, photogra atre at 33 SecoI)d St.; an ltaljap coo~, , uled for each, in July and August, Wtlliams two, four, six or ten-week courses. Prices phy studio and paper-making studio, coursewill~'LiughtatDeF'azio'sPiz~ said. range accordingly, with a discount offered while the first floor rooms include a ria and a Greekfeastwill take place at the RCCA's spring courses begin as early as to RCCA members. Often, Williams said, drawing and painting studio and a stained South Troy Community Center. March 2, with some workshops taking place people sign up for membership as they glass, calligraphy and other non-paint Classes are offered year-round at the in April or May. Registration is necessary register for a class and then return to take ,activity room that doubles as a gallery council, with fall, winter and spring ses one week before the start of class. Call the another class later in the year. when classes are not in session, Wil sions and special programs during the RCCA, at 273-0552, for information and a "People come back and back and back." liams said. One category of specialty summer. This summer, two children's brochure. Square dancers raise money for cerebral palsy By Robert Webster Jr. attheElksLodgeandmakingadonation Many top callers and cuers will be on prizes in store, she added. In addition, "Dance so that others may walk" is on the telethon in February. hand to keep the dance moving, includ the club have a raffle for a hand-made the theme for this year's annual Colonie ing Ed Joyner, Lon and Helen Penna, sweater knitted by one of the club mem Anyone interested in attending is wel Ward Smith and Ken Down. bers. Elks and Does benefit square dance for come,Arabio said, and other area square cerebral palsy, and it is a heartfelt sen dance clubs are being asked to partici Door prizes have been The dancing begins at2p.m. and lasts timent among all the Elks. pate as well. However, atraditionatthedance. until 5 p.m., with a break until 6:30 p.m. "It has become an Elks tradition to one does not have to be said Arabio, and this for dinner. Dinner will consist of a hot raise funds annually for the Cerebral a crack square year should be no sandwich, fries, dessert and a drink, fol Palsy Association," said Dorothy Arabio, dancer to par exception. lowed evening dancing from 6:30 p.m. to publicitychairpersonfortheColonieEIks ticipate in the A1th~o,!gh 9:30p.m. and Does Square Dance Club and an fun, she the tight Dinner reservations must be made by eight-year member of the club. "We added.' "It economy has Tuesday, March 5, at a cost of $5 per choose to do so through dance." helps to be a brought in less person. The afternoon dancing session donations from The dance, on Sunday, March 10, at dancer, but you is $3 in advance and $3.50 at the door. don't have to be ... area mer- . Theadmissionisthesamefortheevening the Colonie Elks Lodge 2192, in Latham, chants, the is in its "12th or 13th year," said Arabio. it should be fun for session. all." quality is still She noted that it has been "extremely there, saidArabio.She "It's something that is always ex successful" in the past, with over $2,600 Arabio extended a said that already she has been tremely enjoyable," said Arabio. "Once raised last year alone. special invitation to all area "singles, teens promised a $25 merchandise certificate you get started, you're gung-ho and you The club used to dance in the yearly and recentgraduates"astheannual event from Caldors, a specially designed cake just want to dance the night away." telethop for cerebral palsy, Arabio said, needs "some new blood to carry on the from Carvell'sand stained-glass lessons. For information, call the Colonie Elks but recently has been holding the dance tradition." The other members have many other Lodge at 785-3557. TheSpoIlight -February27,1991 -PAGE 19 THEATER CHRIS HOLDER READINGS STEEL MAGNOLIAS A GIGGLING BESTIARY GRUPOARTE THE MAD DOG BLUES versatile performer, singer and The Schenectady Civic Theatre. storyteller, The Eighth step. MARY ANN MURRAY AND TOM Watercolors by Carol group show by Spanish. french, Sam Shepard's unique musical. NAlTELL Feb. 28, 7 p.m. Information, 382- Schlageter. Bethlehem Public Skidmore College, Saratoga. Albany. March 2. 8 p.m. 2061. -and national/regional artists. performing at the Boulevard Library. Now through Feb. 28, Feb. 28-March 2, March 7-9, 8 Information, 434-1703. Now through March 30. Tues.- Bookstore, Albany. March 3, 3 Mon.-frL 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat. 10 p.rn. Information. 584·5000. JAZZ ENSEMBLE IN CONCERT ENTRIES Sat. 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m. Information, 449-8069. a.m.-5 p.m" Sun. 1-5 p.m. p.m. Information, 449-1233. ZIEGFELD: A NIGHT AlTHE . special guest artists Nick CONTEMPORARY SCULPTURE Information, 439-9314. FOlliES - Brignola and leo Russo and the MAURICE KENNY AND JOE AT CHESTERWOOD BRUCE STlGLlCH BRUCHAC ALYCE ASHE musical comedy. Proctor's Empire State JaZZ Ensemble. The entries accepted for sculpture paintings and constructions, The water colors, Elm Tree Art Schenectady. Through Feb. 28. ' College of Saint Rose, Albany. poetry and traditional stories. exhibition to be held from July Albany Center Galleries. Now 8 p.m. Information, 382·3884. March 3, 3 p.m. Information, University at Albany. Feb. 28. 8 7-Oct. 13, Chesterwood, Gallery, Latham. Now through through March 1, Mon.-Frl. 10 454·5178. p.m. Information, 442-5620. Feb. 28, Mon.-Sot. 10 a.m.-6 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sun. noon-4 p.m. JACQUES BRELL Stockbridge. Information, THE COLORADO STRING (413)298-3579. p.m .• Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.,Sun. Information, 462-4775. is Alive and Well and living in FESTIVALS 1-5 p.m. Information, 785-1441. Paris. by Eric Blau and Mort QUARTET JOSEPH LEVY, OSVALDO Shuman. Cohoes Music Hall. quartets by Haydn, FESTIVAL '91 VISUAL ARTS ELEANOR BOLDUC LUGO, JANE MILLER Nowthrough Morch 24. Wed. Shostakovich and Schubert, musical variety, opera to pop. ODYSSEY: oil paintings. William K. Sanford featUred artists, Rensselaer Fri. 8 p.m.; Sat. 5 and 9 p.m.; Troy Savings Bank Music Hall. gospel to Gershwin, WMHT/ The Art of Photography at Library, Colonie. Through Feb. County Council for the Arts. WMHX fund-raiser. Check local 28. information, 458-9274. Sun. 2 p.m. Information. 235- March 2, 8 p.m. Information., National Geographic, State Troy. Now through March 15, 235·3OCXJ. TV listings. March 2- )7. Wed.·Sot. II o.m.-4 p.m. 7969. Museum, Albany. March 9- THE NATIVE AMERICAN IN AMERICAN COLLEGE THEATRE Information, 273-0552. DANCE May7. Information, 474-5877. CHILDREN'S LITERATURE MUSIC FESTIVAL SPRING FLOWER SHOW' mini-exhibit of books, University ANNUAL LANDSCAPE CAPITOL CHAMBER ARTISTS OLD SONGS COUNTRY DANCE Hosted by Siena College and artwork of Raymond A. Decker, Art Gallery, Albany. Now EXHIBITION recording project outreach March 2, 8- 11 p.m.. Guilderland the State University of New York Bethlehem Public Library, through March 17. Information. landscape paintings, series, Albany's City Hall. Feb. Elementary School. Colier, Joe at Albany, Feb. 28, March 1-3. through March, Information, 442·3544. photographs and prints, 27, noon. Information, 489-0507. Baker. contras, squares, circles. Information. 442-3995. 439·3491. Greene County CounCil on the All dances taught, beginners MARGARET COGSWELL sculpture, Rathbone Gallery. Arts. Now through March 7. PATRICK STREET . welcome. InforlTKltlon, 765- WORKSHOP LAYERS AND LINES: LUCID, featuring the twin fiddles of VAGUE, AND EXPOSED Albany. Now through March 1. Wed.-Mon, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 2815. Information, 943-3400. Kevin Burke and James Kelly, EXPLORING NATURE THROUGH Mon-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 pm., Mon" KO-MOTION refabrications and drawings by Empire State Performing Arts ART: Albany artist Laura Catullo, Wed" Thurs. 6-8 p.m. Center. Albany. Feb. 28. 8 p.m. Kuperberg Morris Donee Co .• Endangered Species. with OokroomArtists, Schenectady. Information, 445-1778. THE SmlNG OF GOVERNMENT: Images of the state Capitol and Information. 473-1845. Steamer No. '10 Theatre, Ginny Steadman, State Feb. 28-March 26, 5:30-8 p.m, SPIRIT OF THE ADIRONDACK Albany. March 2-3. Sat. 1 and 8 the Empire state Plaza. exhibit Museum, Albany. March 2, 9, Information. 482-2469. LANDSCAPE THE FRESK QUARTET p.m., Sun. 1 p.m. Information, 10:30-noon.lnformation,474- of photos. The Empire Center. Scandinavia's premier string 438-5503. 5801. JOSEF RAMASENDER paintings by Anne M. Miller. Albany. Now through Feb. 28. quartet, Siena College. visiting artist. The College of Visions Gallery. Albany. Now Information. 473-8037. Loudonville. March 1.8 p.m. SIXTH ANNUAL NYU IN ALBANY through March 23. Mon.-Fri. 8:30 DAY . FILM Saint Rose. Albany. Now JENNESS CORTEZ information. 783-2527. through March 17, Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-8 pm. Information. 453- also on exhibit, Elizabeth Mowry, Second Avenue Dance and HANDWROUGHT SILVER a,m.-4:30 p.m.; Wed. 11:30 a.m.- 6645. THE TAMBURITZANS Thorn O·Connor. Bob Moylan. Elisa Monte Dance Company, teaching basic silversmithing, 4:30 p.m.: Sun. 1-4 p.m. I musiCians. dancers and singers, SECOND THOUGHTS and Fronk Vurraro. Greenhut Empire State Performing Arts Albany Institute of' History and Information, 432-6960. , Proctor's Schenectady. March Center. Albany. March 1,8 p.m. Art, Feb. 28,7 p.m. Informotion, creative re-use of materials, Galleries, Albany. Mon.-Sat. 10 2,8 p.m. Information, 382-1083. Information, 473-1851. 463-4478. VOTES FOR ALL Russell Sage College Gallery. a.m.-9:30 p.m., Sun. noon-5 pm. ROBIN AND LINDA WILLIAMS historiC photos, documents and Troy. Now through March 10, Information, 482-1984. contemporary music. SHOW memorabilia. State Museum, Mon.-Fri. 9 .am. to 4:30 p.m. and ALBANY: CAPITAL CITY ITALIAN AMERICAN Albany. Now through March 17. Sun. noon-4 pm. Spencertown Academy. March JAPANESE GIRL'S DAY documentary by Martin CROSSROADS 2.8 p.m. Information. 392-3693. daity 10 o.m.-5 p,m.lnfofmation, CELEBRATION Scorcese, Albany Institute of 474·5877. METAMORPHOSIS Exhibit and video on history of Albany. Albany Urban Cultural BOSTON SYMPHONY and doll display. McKownville History and Art. March 3, 2 p.m. work by Bob Epstein. Harold • NATIONAL SCHOLASTIC ART Pork Visitors Center. Mon.-Frl., 10 ORCHESTRA United Methodist Church. Information, 463-4478. lohner and Bill Wilson, One AWARDS a.m.-4 p.m" weekends by performing Antonio Vivaldi's A March 3, 2 p.m.. Information. KeyCorp Plaza lobby, Albany. exhibit works by students from appointment. Informotlon, 434- Minor Cello Concerto. The Four 457-5233. Now through March 1, doily 8 AUDITIONS across the state in grades 7-12. Seasons. and Holberg Suite, Troy a.m.-8 pm. 6311. Savings Bank MUSic Hall. March DIAL M FOR MURDER State Museum. Albany. Now TERRENCE nERNAN 4,8 p.m. Inforr:otlon.273-0038. LECTURES Village Stage. Feb. 28.6-9 p.m., through March 3. Information, 474-5877. ARl THAT WORKS paintings. Rathbone Gallery, DR. JOE THE UPS AND DOWNS OF Bethlehem Public Library. decorative arts of the 1980s, Albany. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.. Delmar. four men, one woman, original comedy and topical WEIGHT LOSS EXPRESS TOURS crafted in America. Albany Mon.. Wed .. Thurs .• 6-8 p.m. ages 30s-405. for May of Empire State Plaza art Information. 445-1778. songs. The Eighth step, Albany. speaker Dr. Cheryl ROCk, Russell Institute of History and Art. Now Sage College, Troy. Feb. 28, production. Information. 438- collection, starting In front of the March 1.8 p.m. Information, 2330. through March 30, Information, THORNTON UTZ 434·1703. 7:30 p.m. Information, 270-2246. Grand Concourse Cafeteria. 463-4478. portraitist and painter. The Every Tuesday during Feb .• 12:15 Gallery Unlimited. Socha Plaza. p.m. Information, 473-7521. OUR LAND/OURSELVES Scotia. Mon.-Sat. 10 a,m.- 5 FAMILY DINING - FAMILY FUN MOVEMENTS IN BLACK American Indian Contemporary p.m.. Thurs. to 8 p.m HISTORY Artists, University Art Gallery, information, 384-0193. WHERE A exhibit on anti-slavery Albany. Now through March 17. THE GALLERY AT THE OLD MILL Delaware Plaza, movements through the civil Tues.-Fri. 10 am.-5 p.m" Thurs. featuring well-known rights movement, State 10 a.m.-8 p.m .• Sun. 1-4 p.m. Adirondack artists. FAMILY OF FOUR Delmar,N_Y, University. Albany. Through Feb. Symposium. Feb. 23.9 o.m.-5 Elizabethtown. Wed.-Sat. 1-4 28. Information. 442-3552. p.m. Information. 442-4035. CAN EAT FOR 439-7988 p.m. Information, 873-6843. Open 7 IRS offers assistance to Desert Storm families Days Internal Revenue Service Regional IRS offices from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for ~AWeek Commissioner Cornelius Coleman de families with service members in the .;) clared Saturday, March 2 as "Desert Desert Storm operation." ,,, " Storm Outreach Day· for the North At Assistance will include the benefits lantic Region_ available to those taxpayers, as well as As part of the Albany District's partici -offering self-help tax return preparation pation, District Director Jean K Pope assistance. announced the offering of Desert Storm For information, call 472-2425. assistance in the Albany and Plattsburgh 'ff@J~~~W ':~J . JG.1i I ~ DUMPk!.!:'I:".tlousE I Get A Square Deal ~ m,ccializing in Dumplings, Lunches, Dinners, & I Cocktails, Mandarin, Szechu:m, Hunan CJ.n- f[% On A Well-Rounded Meal roncsc. Eat in or Take Our, Open 7 days a week. ~ .~':~\ 458-7044 or 458-8366 at ~k~ . J&l BROCKLEY'S '::,:-_!i,_~_. 120 Everett Road, Albany DELMAR TAVERN Fri.-Sat. am,Midnight: Town Squi'reShopping Center . ,- '. ~ '0 . ,.;...... ~ 427-7122 PAGE 20':"Febr~ary 27, )991 - The Spotlight SARATOGA COUNTY MARRIAGE RELATIONSHIPS LOW IMPACT AEROBICS SENIORS LUNCHES SAFE PLACE for single, divorced, separated, ClASSES BEGIN Jewish Community Center. support gioup for those who EATING DISORDERS SUPPORT and married persons, BishOp Bellew-ood Room at Women's Whitehall Road, Albany, 4:45 have lost a loved one to GROUP Maginn High School, Albany. 10' HealthCare Plus. 2093 Western p.rn. Information. 438-6651. suicide, meets first and third fourth Thursdays. Four Winds a.m. to 5 p.m. Fee S5. . Ave" Guilderland. Meets Mon. Tuesdays, st. John's Lutheran ALBANY COUNTY Hospitol. Algonquin Activities Information and pre- and Wed .. 4:25-5:25 p.m.; Mon., GREENE COUNTY Church, 160 Central Ave., Building. Crescent Ave.. registration. 453-6625. Wed" and FrI.. 5:35-6:35 p.m.: SKI EXPRESS Albany, 7;.30 p,m. Information, WOMEN AND HEART DISEASE Saratoga 7:30-8:30 p.m. Tues, and Thurs., 4:25-5:25 p.m. 463-2323. CAMP REUNION Hunter Mountain, 6:30 a.m.-4 lecture, Women's HealthCare Information. 465-9550. Fee, S50for three times a week, Plus. 2093 Western Ave .. Albany Jewish Community S35 for twice a week. p.rn., charity ski event for CIVIL AIR PATROL Guilderland. free and open to Center. 340 Whitehall Rd., Information, 452-3455. multlRle sclerosis. Information, Tuesdays. Albany Senior the public. Information. 452- Albany, 7:30 p.m. Information, (BOO)248.()459. Squadron, Albany Airport, 7 3455. 438-6651. FITNESS FOil SENIORS p.m. Information, 669-4406. non-oeroblc exercise program, SCHENECTADY COUNTY RENSSELAER COUNTY March 4 through April 26, SCHENECTADY if SCOTTISH DANCING ALBANY COUNTY Women's HealthCare Plus. 2093 SECULAR SOBRIETY GROUP CHORUS REHEARSAL 1.•. ·•.S March .•• u.·.. ·. n..• ·••. ·•.d ....•. :cv .•. ·•·...... Western Ave .. Gullderlan'd. S25 Solvation Army, Smith St .. group for recovering alcoholics, sponsored by Capltaland CARING FOR THE ELDERLY fee. Information or registration, Schenectady, 8- 10 p.rn. Temple Gates of Heaven, Chorus, Woodward st .. Troy, four-part seminar on caring for 452-3455. Information, 783-6477. 7:30 p.m. Information. 383-8051. elderly persons, St. Peter's ALBANY COUNTY corner of Ashmore Ave. and VAGINAL BIRTH AND RECOVERY. INC. Eastern Parkway, Schenectady, Hospital and Mercy Health and self-help group for former Education. 315 So. Manning SCOmSH DANCING CESAREAN PROGRAM 7:30 p.m. Information, 346-5569. s mental and nervous patients. Blvd .• Albany.lnformation.454- Unitarian ChurCh, Washington Woman's HealthCore Plus. 2093 EATING DISORDERS GROUP · ... TF·.·.·."e·.··.···.·U.·.·.b··.·.···.'.···r·..·... Ave., Albany. 7-10 p.rn. Western Ave .• Guilderland. 7-9 Unitarian House, 1248 Wendall u··.··~.···.Q··.·.a.·.·r·.··.yy·.····.·.·.·.·.·· /...+~(.} .•.•.. <:::!i •. ---Weekly Crossword--- ·"'''''thear it "FOUR SCRAMBLED PRESIDENTS" By Gerry Frey ACROSS the grapevine 1 Clutch 5 Dropsy 10 Huck Finn's transportation read it in 14 Luminous radiation 15 Type 01 shrub 16 Capital 01 Norway 17 HE BUGS GORE '19 Apple·pie orDer Spotlight 20 Lou Grant 21 Ship's section lor low lare passengers package you get- 23 Interpret local news and columns • interesting features 26 City in N.E.ltaly 27 Precedes "RICH": Bird • local sports • business news 30 Islamic cbieHain • classified ad to help you get a job, buy or sell a house, 32 Desert'lertile area 36 Emotionally moving to help you locate a lost dog and so much more .•• 38 Locomotive • local advertising to tell you who sells 39 Roman statesman 40 Leather fastener all the things you need and who offers the best prices •.. 42 Solar diety 43 Deais It's as easy as •.• 45 Mrs. Roosevelt and olhers 7 Australian birds 55 Aroma 47 Pee Wee or Della 8 Degree between 56 Mr. Durocher and others o Just fill out the form @ Make out a check 48 Precipitous bachelor's and doct()r's 57 Donkey in Munich 49 66. eg 9 Pains companion 59 Had an obligation to pay @) Mail the form and check to the COWNIE SPOTUGHf 50 Charles Lamb's pen 10 A GONER RAN 60 Existed name ·11 Seaward 61 The Old Sod 52 Used car salesman's 12 Pennant 64 Poet's word r------~ words , It PLEASE CHECK ONE I 13 Carry 65 Evenings: Abbreviation 54 This puule. eg? 18 Aetess Garson :s TEL- It ACCOUNT NUM8ER ALBANY OUT OF 58 Vermont ski area 22 Type at collar 62 A thought In Paris 24 Astray I poT IG T COUNTY COUNTY 63 I SEE HER NOW 25 Small depression : 125 Adams Street, l1elmar, NY 12054 • (518) 439-4949 0 0 67 MechaniC'S Companion 27 Hollywood award 67 Turn away 28 Not fresh 10 NEW SUBSCRIPTION mOllths 68 Precedes "TAS": Latin 29 Distinguishing name A 10 RENEWAL SUBSCRIPTION truth 31 Haron 0 ow y 0 F 69 Formerly formerly 3.1 "___ stand" A S A l T S 70 Boys, men etc lName' ______~.,__------34 Sluggisb Y o o 71 Paradise 35 Intelligence • C A S I 18 months 37 SOLE VOTER U R B Address, ______Fencer's weapons DOWN 38 B E E at $36.00 1 Foolishly enthusiastiC 41 Ancient city of Arcadia I N I 2 Regrets 44 Honduras seaport ______,State Zip. __ C A N 3 Something made of 46 Silly o o metal 48 Pavlov's result Type of payment: Check VISNMasteiCard 4 kllchen tool 51 Structural member S H I 0 0 12 mon!bs 5 Compass pt. 53 Kitchen appliance. H E R Credit Card NO .. ______Exp. Date_· __ at $24.00 E R I 6 Name 54 location Phone in VISNMASTERCARD 439-4949 M E S -- ---_.------The SporIight - February 27. 1991 - PAGE 21 j NEW SCOTLAND BETHLEHEM SENIOR CITIZENS RECOVERY, INC. CHABAD CENTER EMMANUEL CHRISnAN MOUNTAINVIEW meet every Thursday at self-help for those with chronic services followed by kiddush, CHURCH EVANGELICAL CHURCH Bethlehem Town Hall. 445 nervous symptoms. First United 109 Elsmere Ave.. Delmar, 9:30 worship, Sunday school and Delaware Ave .• Delmar. 12:30 Methodist Church, 428 nursery care. 10 a.m.• followed evening service; 7:30 pm.; Bible a.m. Information. 439-8280. p.m. Kenwood Ave., Delmar. every by a time of fellowship. Retreat study and prayer, Rt. 155, . Friday. 12:30 p.m. House Rd .. Glenmont. BETHLEHEM Voorheesville. Information. 76fr KABBALAH CLASS Sunday , class in Jewish mysticism. every CHABAD CENTER I Information, 463-6465. LENTEN SERVICE 3390. March Thursday. Delmar Chabad services and d~ussion followed Bethlehem lutheran Church. 85 WRITER'S FAIR ~I Center. 109 Elsmere Ave .. 8 p.m. by kiddush. Fridays at sunset. FIRST REFORMED CHURCH OF Elm Ave .• Delmar. 7:30 p.m. Parents As Reading Partners Information. 439-8280. BETHLEHEM KKick-Off: 7 p.m., Clarksville 109 Elsmere Ave., Delmar. BETHLEHEM Information, 439-8280. ' church school. 9:30 a.m.; EVENING GROUP Elementary School. Information, OVEREA TERS ANONYMOUS worShip, 11 a.m.; youth group, 6 Bethlehem Public Ubrary. 7 p.m. 439-8622. meeting every Thursday. First PARENTS AS READING BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH p.m. Rt. 9W Selkirk. Information, Jaye Sprinkle of Travelhost. United Methodist Church. PARTNERS FLAG PRESENTATION Sunday worship service, 10: 15 NEW SCOTLAND SENIOR a.m.. Sunday school, 9; 15 a.m.; 436-7710. speaker. Information. A39-3916. Kenwood Ave .. Delmar. 7 p.m. Clarksville Elementary School. CITIZENS Tuesday Bible study. 7: p.m. Clarksville. 2 p.m. 15 FIRST UNITED METHODIST every Wednesday. Wyman PARENT SUPPORT GROUP Meetings held at the Auberge LENTEN BIBLE STUDY SERIES· sponsored by Project Hope and CHURCH OF DELMAR ~The Presence of the Holy Osterhout Community Center. Suisse Restaurant. New Scotland Bethlehem Opportunities FREE LEGAL CLINIC worship. 9:30 a.m.; church Spirit. ~ First United Methodist New Salem. Information, 765- for Bethlehem senior citizens. Road, Slingerlands. Information. 2109. Unlimited. meets Thursdays. First 475-9086. school. 9:45 a.m.; youth and Church. 428 Kenwood Ave .. United Methodist Church. first Fridays, Bethlehem Town adult classes. 11 a.m.; nursery Delmar. 9;30 a.m. Information. Hall. Delmar. 11 a.m.-l p.m. NEW SCOTLAND ELKS LODGE Delmar. 7:30 p.m. Information, BETHLEHEM COMMUNITY care, 9 a.m.-noon. Information. 439-6018. meets second and fourth 767-2445. Appointment required, 439- CHURCH 439-9976. Wednesdays. 22 South Main St., 4955. Sunday School. 9 a.m.. '3-year- BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN GLENMONT REFORMED YOUTH EMPLOYMENT Voorheesville, 8 p.m. ELMWOOD PARK FIRE DISTRICT olds through adult, morning SERVICES CHURCH CHURCH first Fridays, North Bethlehem fire worship service. 10:30 a.m.. Parks and Recreation Office. Thursdays. Bible study. 10 a.m .• worship, 11 a.m., nursery care Thursday house. 307 Schoolhouse Rd .• 8 nursery care provided, evening provided, 1 Chapel lane. Delmar. 2-4 p.m. Information...... ~.® Creator's Crusaders. 6:30 p.m.. p.m. fellowship, 6 p.m. Information. Glenmont. Information. 436- 439-0503. February senior choir. 7:30 p.m. 439-3135. Information, 439-4328. 7710. EVANGELISTIC FILMS TESTIMONY MEETING BOWLING First Church of Christ Scientist. BETHLEHEM NEW SCOTLAND Clarksville Community Church. NORMANSVILLE COMMUNITY sponsored by Bethlehem Clarksville. 7 p.m.lnformation" CHURCH 555 Delaware Ave .• Delmar, 8 CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP Support Group, for parents of LIBRARY STORY HOURS Information. 439-2512. 768-2963. Sunday school. 9:45 o.m.. p.m. St. Thomas school library • 42 handicapped students, Del Voorheesville Public library, 51 Sunday service. 11 a.m .• 10 Adams PI .• Delmar. 7:30 p.m. lanes. Elsmere. every Thursday. ' School Rd .• 10:30 O.m. and 1:30 BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN NORMANSVILLE COMMUNITY 4-5:30 p.m. Information. 439- p.m. Information, 765-2791. CHURCH Rockefeller Rd .• Elsmere. CHURCH YOUTH EMPLOYMENT Information, 439-7864. 7880. YOUTH GROUP MEETINGS family worship, 8 a.m. and 10:30 Bible study and prayer meeting. SERVICES United Pentecostal ChUrch. Rt. a.m .. Sunday school and Bible ST_ STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL 10 Rockefeller Rd .• Elsmere. Parks and Recreatlon Office. NEW SCOTLAND 85. New Salem. 7 p.m. classes. 9: 15 O.m. Nursery care CHURCH Iflformatlon.439-7864. Delmar. 9:30 a.m.-noon. Information. 76fr4410. available'during worship Eucharist followed by breakfast. Information. 439-0503. CLARKSVILLE TABERNACLE services. Information, 439.-4328. BETHLEHEM ARCHAEOLOGY 890 Delaware Ave .. Clarksville. 7 Band 10;30 a.m.• follOWed by GROUP p.m. Information. 768-2733. DELMAR REFORMED CHURCH coffee hour. nursery care BETHLEHEM CENTRAL ALUMNI provided. Poplar and Elsmere provides regular volunteers with S,,!I~iday··. church school and worship. 9 ASSOCIATION NEW SCOTLAND KIWANIS and 11 a.m.. nursery care Ave .. Delmar. lnformatlon.439- excavation and laboratory meeting. 7:30 p.m .• CLUB March ~ 3265. experience Monday and provided. 386 Delaware Ave. administrative conference Thursdays. New Scotland Information. 439-9929. Wednesday mornings. room at Bethlehem Central Presbyterian Church, Rt. 85, 7 Information. 439-6391. High School. p.m. BETHLEIJEM DELMAR PRESBYTERIAN SLINGERLANDS COMMUNITY CHURCH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ~ TRI-VILLAGE SQUARE DANCE worship, church school. nursery worship service, church school, PAGE 22 - February 27,1991 - The Spotlight - ~------""""I UNITY OF FAITH CHRISnAN • UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH STORY HOURS FElLOWSHIP CHURCH Sunday school and worship, 10 Voorheesville PubliC library, '51 Sunday school coo worshlp,'1 0 . o.m .. choir rehearsal. 5 p.m" School Rd., 10:30 a.m, a.m., 436 Krumkill ReI" Delmar. evening service. 6:45 p.m. Rt. ONESQUETHAW UNION Supermarket sauciness Information. 438-7740. 85, New Solem. Information, CEMETERY ASSOCIATION BETHLEHEM HISTORICAL 765-4410. meeting. Clarksvllfe Community MUSEUM schoolhouse and Toll House museums open, through •. .":;11. August. Rt. 144, Clapper Rd .• LI,.~.,·:-·~.:_:::·n.~:~.~h.-~.'}.·.··'.:';:~.·::':.:·_ '::;.r:·ii:~';· ~~~~;:::·:,,:~::ays. Selkirk. 2-5 p.m. Information. home of Marilyn Miles, 436·8289, BETHLEHEM Clarksville. Information, 768- MOTHER'S nME OUT ·2186. Christian support group for QUARTET REHEARSAL NEW SCOTLAND mothers of preschool children United Pentecostal Church. Rt. EVENING SERVICE Delmar Reformed Church. 386 85. New Salem. 7:15 p.rn. Clarksyille Tabernacle. 7 p.m.. Delaware Ave .. Delmar. nursery Information. 765-4410. Route 443, InfoITrCItlon. 768- care provided, 10-11:30 a.m. 2733, Inforrnati9n, 439-9929. CLARKSVILLE COMMUNITY DELMAR KIWANIS CHURCH meets Mondays at Sidewheeler 1"J,~"'da, Y,·' Sunday school, 9: 15 a.m.. Restourant, Days Inn. Rt; 9W. "March" , wOfshlp. 10:30 a.m., coffee hour Glenmont. 6: 15 p.m. following service, nursery care. AL·ANON GROUP BETHLEHEM provided. Information. 768-2916. support fO( relatives ot . FIRST UNll£I) METHODIST alcoholics, meets Mondays, YOUTH EMPLOYMENT CHURCH OF VOORHEESVILLE Bethlehem lutheran Church, 85 SERVICES Parks ond Recreation Office. worship 10 a,m .• 10:30 o.rn .. Elm Ave., Delmar. 8:30-9:30 p.m. churcti school, Information. 765- Information. 439·4581. Delmar, 2-4 p.rn. Information, 2895, 439{)503. DELMAR COMMUNITY MOUNTAIN VIEW .DELMAR ROTARY ORCHESTRA meets Tuesday mornings at EVANGELICAL CHURCH rehearsal Mondays. Bethlehem Days Inn. Rt. 9W. Glenmont. Bible hour for children.and Town Hall. Delmar. 7:30 p.m. Information. 482-8824. adults, 9: 15 a.m .• worship, 10:30 InformatIon , 439-4628. a,m., Sunday evening service. 7 CHILDREN'S ART EXPLORAnON BETHLEHEM ARCHAEOLOGY p,m.. nursery core provided for Bethlehem PubUc Library. 451 Sunday services, Rt. 155. GROUP Delaware Ave .• Delmar. 4-5 provides regular volunteers with . Voorheesville. Information. 765- p.rn. Information. 439-9314. 3390. excavation and laboratory experience Monday and ONESQUETHAW LODGE 1096 NEW SALEM REFORMED Wednesday mornings. FIIAM CHURCH Information, 439-6391. first and third Tuesdays. Delmar adult Bible study class and TRI-VlLLAGE WELCOME Mosonic Temple. Sunday school. 9:30 a.m., MEDICARE FORM AID servlee at 10:30 a.m., nursery WAGON CLUB sponsored by AARP, first and care provided. Rt. 55 and Rt. get-acquainted coffee for new third luesdays, Bethlehem Town 85A. New Solem. Information, residents. 7:30 p.m.. Bethlehem Hall, Delmar. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 439·7112. Public library board room. Information. 439-7476. Appointments required. 439- ONESQUETHAW CHURCH 2160. worship, 9:30 a.m. and iO:45 NATHANIEL ADAMS a.m.• Sunday school. BLANCHARD POST NO. 1040 American legIon. monthly NEW SCOTLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN meefing. at Post. 8 p.m. DANA NATURAL HISTORY NEW SCOTLAND SOCIETY worship. 10 om.. church school. TEMPLE CHAPTER 5 RAM meeting. Garden Shoppe. 11:15 a.m., nursery care fi~t and third Mondays, Delmar Feura Bush Rd .• Glenmont. 2 provided. Rt. 85, New Scotland. Masonic Temple. InformatIon, 439-6454. p.m. Infofmation,.439-1580< In Capital Rep's production of Christopher Durang's comedy UNIONVILLE REFORMED NEW SCOTLAND , BETHLEHEM SPORTSMEN'S CHURCH "Laughing Wild," the Woman, played by Eliza Ventura, has an CLUB unusual experience in the tuna aisle. The play runs through March worship, 9:30 o.m.. fonewed by SELKIRK ASSOCIA liON FOR membershIp meeting, first fellowship time, children's story EACH RESIDENT Tuesdays, clubhouse. Dunbar 10 at the Market Theatre in Albany, hour. 11 o.m.lnforrnation,439- meeting. Selkirk Fire Station No, Hollow Rd .• ClarksvHle. 8 p,rn. 5303. I. 7:30 p.m. Guests welcome. SpoTliGItT NEWSpApERS presents The Colorado String Quartet, from left, Diane Chaplin (cello), Franc esca Martin (viola), Julie Rosenfeld (violin) and Deborah Redding (violin), will perform works by Haydn, Shostakovich and Schubert at their concert this Saturday, March 2, in the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall. For ticket information, call 273-0038. 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Reaching - 35,000 readers every week! ,; $8.30 " $8.60 " $8.90 " SUD " $9.50 $8 for first 10 words - 30e a word over 10 words $9.80 " $10.10 " $10.40 " 510.70 " $11.00 '" ;; $11.30 " $11.60 22 $11.90 " $12.20 " $12.50 22 29 Phone in your ad with IJI!!!iII $12.80 " $13.10 S13.4O " $13.70 SlUO '" '$14030 " $lUO " $14.90 '" $15.20 " $15.50 " Mastercard or VISA ~ $15.80 ." $16.10 " $16.40 " S16.70 " S17.0o '" Or mail in your ad with your check to Spotlight Newspapers Classnied ads may be phoned in and Calegor;~~~~~ _____ charged to your MasterCard or VISA 125 Adams St., Delmar, New York 12054 at 439-4941' I enclose $______for _ words or submn in person or mail with check . or money order to: Name ____ Spolllgbillewspapell Address______. ~~_ ~_ _ Deadline .' 125 Adams Sbeet Delm., NY 12054 Phone ____. _. for next Wednesday's issue 'Till Ca,; please run my adon the following Wednesday issues: 1x __ 2, __ 3, __ 4, o to Canr.el 4 pm Friday PAGE 24 - February 27,1991 - Th9 Spotlight 1 HOUSE CLEANING: Iron - LIKE NEW! 80" sofa,loveseat, MAKEAFRIEND ... FOR LIFE! GOOD USED refrigerators, GARAGE SPACE wanted in DOCK SPACE Lake George Laundry, low rates, depend chair. Off-white with Cherry European, Australian, Yugo freezers, ranges (any brand) Southwood. Telephone 475- or Scroon Lake. 19' inboard able, references. Call Stacy trim. Asking $1,500; Cherry, slavian High School exchange also SearslWhirlpool washers! 0569 outboard, Summer season. [ 475-1469 Thomasville diningroom set; Students ... arriving August. dryers. 439-0912 OLD BOOKS, photographs, 439-7807 . 273-3588 evenings. HOST FAMILIES NEEDED!, prints, paintings, autographs American Intercultural Student CAMERAS: Old, new. Any of famous people, business II@I!mi~pplN«$11.j@I;;;1 ...;e9~BQTE!l§FIII Exchange. Call toll free 1-800- thing photographic. Books, records, obsolete stock cer WEDDING/PARTY tent rental. KILLS FLEAS! Buy EN SIBLING COMPLETE: Small Business FORCER Flea killers with darkroom, photographs. Fair tificates, trade cards. 475- 20' x 10', $89.00. Reserve now! Computer System including PRE COR Insect Growth IIBIANQj;ijll11l11GII prices 439-1015. 1326. 439-3877. IBM "AT" style CPU, color Regulator. Enforcer prevents monitor, IBM wide carriage flea reinfestation for months. PIANOS: Bought & sold, re . REAL ESTATE CLASSIFIEDS \ printer, mouse and computer Buy ENFORCER at: Home paired & tuned. Fast profes stand. Call 767-2854. town True Value 892-898 Troy sional service. Call Mr. Piano, $510 includes heat/hot water. Schenectady Rd Latham. 283-3346 anytime. Ill~llig$t41$f9!'lRgNtI RENTALS & ROOMMATES: Village Drive Apartments, 1st Fast placement, small fee. THE lilii.fll:\l;WQ§pm III THE PIANO WORKSHOP KENSINGTON APART floor, 1 bedroom. Available LIVING CONNECTION INC., COMPUTER DESK, Patio Complete Piano Service. Pi MENTS: 2 bedrooms, living, immediately 439-7840. 354 Central Ave., Albany. Call ALL HARDWOOD; cut split Shades: Make offer. 439-7091. us today I 434-6075 and delivered. Simpson & anos wanted; rebuilts sold. 24 dining, garage. Gas heat with 3 bedroom Ranch plus lot, hr. answering service. Kevin AlC. Exclusive to seniors, ask Selkirk. Asking $124,900 439- Simpson Firewood 767-2140 RETAIL COMMERCIAL Williams 447-5885. aboUt our March lease incan- 6658, 439-1267 WATKINS PRODUCTS. Order SPAGE: Store front, approxi directly from Watkins!! FREE . tive. Contact Realty Assets SEASONED WOOD cut, split, mately 800 sq.ft., 244 Dela 1991 catalog. Call or write: PIANOS TUNED & RE- 482-4200 ELSMERE Cape Cod with delivered. Face cords, 1/2 ware Ave., Delmar. Available VanAllen Associates, 9461 PAIRED, Michael T. Lamkin, garage, occupied. Available for cords & full cords. 872-1702, Registered, Crattsman. Piano FURNISHED APARTMENT: 1 May 91. Call Karen D'Agneau Mallory Rd, New Hartford, NY Spring sale. $94,500. 439- 872-0820. . Technicians Guild, 272-7902 bedroom, private. $325/mo. 5209. 439-7840,430-9921. 13413 (315) 737-7755. Dealer Call 765-3562 between 7:30 - inquiries welcomed. IHANOXMAN!¢Al'!e!;NTI;l'!1 liRE§§llTPl:\gggll:tXiiEI 8:30am. DELMAR: Excellent loca.tion DELMAR:. Delaware Ave., great visibility ·an site parking. ideal location forretailoroffice. FOR RENT: 2500 sq.tt. com HANDYMAN/CARPENTER. MV$I¢et$$OO$ In;! NANTUCKET: Now leasing for 1600 sq.ft. first floor combina 2775 Sq.Ft.@$10iSq.Ft. RLF mercial space, warehouse or Small jobs welcome. Call 1991 season. 3 bed, 2 baths, tion of private office, confer· REALTY 489-7474. shop. 439-9454. Douglas MacArthur766-9634. PROFESSIONAL PIANO & very private, gourmet k~chen, ence facility, Bullpen area. organ lessons. Call 768-2423. large deck, short walk to beach, DELMAR: $410+, la'ge one TOWNHOUSE, $1000+ utili $225,000. Pagano Weber439- 5 minutes to village. Regular 9921 bedroom on busli~e, garage, liiiimHe(lpNiANt~Qil l;niNiMi!$I¢fIMid and off season rates available. ties, 2+ bedrooms, fireplace, 2 no pets. 439-5093. 716-381-5690 evenings. 1/2 baths, deck. Pagano NURSES: Does great pay, in Weber Inc. 439-9921. ..!iAcAUQNRj;ijfAJii ttl STRING INSTRUMENT RE eenlive bonuses .flexible MARTHA'S VINEYARD, & 'PAIR. Bow rehairing. Instru FLORIDA, Tarpon Springs 45 staffing interest you? If so, dial ImKtW$N'QWpI!O'WiNGnmjil HOUSE $590 plus utilities, 2 EDGARTOWN: 3 bedroom ments bought and sold. 439- minutes north of Tampa. Im AROUND THE CLOCK CARE bedroom, garage, yard. Upper cottage, $650/800 week. 283- 6757. SNOWPLOWING $15 single, maculate 3 bedroom, 2 bath Inc., 783-5739 or 783-0514. Hackett Blvd, Albany 465-6365 4338 $20 double driveways. Call contemporary, beaut~ully fur RECEPTIONIST: Full time, Clint at 482-3680. FREE ROOM and use of nished. Deck, jacuzzi, minutes Medical office, general office kitchen for mature female on to beaches. March/April, 2 HILTON HEAD, So. Carolina: duties. Call 869-9545. NOT NECESSARILY THE SNOW REMOVAL residentiaV exchange for being there week minimum $600. Video 2 bedrooms, 2 112 baths, in BLUES guitarist, Jeff commercial FREE estimates. nights. Call after 6pm at 768- available 439-5951. • cludes 4 free golf greens fees Contracts available 872-1078 FREE class~ied ad service for Gonzales. 439-5253 2686 or 768-2959. References for week, beach, pool, tennis. job hunting members of the required. ADIRONDACK mountainside Available 4120191 - 4127191. press looking for employment !;;IPA\8nNWPAggi!!l'lOTll liiiiie§Pllliill§!:!y!¢g§iIlH chalet. Located near Lakes Eves. 765-4487 w~h a weekly newspaper in DELMAR.QualityOfficeSuites Placid, Champlain, and CERTIFIED AIDE seven QUALITY PAINTING -Interior w~h available with excellent park- Whiteface mountain. 3 bed New York State. Send your ad years experienCe. References to NYPA Newsletter. Executive. & exterior, affordable prices. ing. 721 SF/$575+ utilities _ rooms, 2 bathrooms, massive HILTON HEAD, So. Carolina: . from St Peter's Hospice. Day Park Tower, Albany, NY 869-9954. 425 SF/$325+ utilities. Floor fireplace. All seasons enjoy April 12-19, 2 bed, 2 bath or night 731-6684. 12203. sh~ts plan at brokers. DELMAR ment. $285 weekend; $425 condo. Pool, tennis, beach; ABSOLUTE METICULOUS TYPING, WORD PROCESS- excellent Office, Service or' week. 1-518-873-7303. golf,452-2662. l'ii:ni;INm!!.I¢TIQNXi@liNI WORK: paper hanging and ING - Resumes, letters, term Retail space on DelawareAve . ..______interior painting. Experienced, papers, labels, etc. Prompt & 1425 SF @ $8 +, off street BRIDGE - Private and group reliable & clean. Very reason reliable. 439-0058 parking - good visibility. classes. ACBL certified. Call able. FREE estimates. Call Pagano Weber Inc. 439-9921 Judi 439-1362. Philip 393-9908 MOBILE HOME for SALE WiiiJrAX:pl:\¢RAaAnlWiJI [l'IIiAei$TATI;TI(QR.$Aeli.1 QUALITY WALLPAPER in Popular Latham Rt.9 "Senior" Park .I;mmiiiii~e;~p!'{;mi;mn ARC TAX SERVICE. Personal HANGING/PAINTING. 30 & small business. Your home FLORIDA RENTAL PROP LEWANDAJEWELERS,INC. years experience, fully insured. or my office. 439-4050 ERTY: 3 bed, 1 bath duplex in Delaware Plaza. Expert watch, Please call Thomas Cur~, 439- Clearwater, $925/mo. income Extremely Well maintained Mobile Home clock and jewelry repairs. 4156. $81,500; 1981 Mobile home, 2 perfect for 1or 2 persons. Ideally located Jewelry design, appraisals, bed, 1112 bath in Largo. $400/ engraving. 439-9665. 30 Years WANTED Nordic Track. Call mo. income, $11,200. 439- -walking distance tD Grand UniDn, of service. 439-9558 atter 6pm. 5964. ADOPTION: Help us to realize Restaurants & Stores. our dreams of loving and nur· turing a newborn. We are a warm, down to earth couple OPEN SUNDAY MARCH 3rd, 1·3 P.M. MOWER, Yard tools, Schwinn with so much of ourselves to Fully Enclosed Porch, Private End lot bicycles, pool & pingpong share. Medical/Legal ex Perfect family home on r;;~~~~~;-., and Furnished! tables, washer, dryer, refrig pensespaid. Confidential. Call Slingerlands cul-de-sac. erator, AlC, fireplace set, more PaulalHarvey collect - (516) 4 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths; $12,500 - CALL 785·6851 439-4428. 868-8048. delightful Sun Rm plus Fireplaced Family Rm. & I DELMAR $185,900 spacious Deck. $179,900 Ia LOCAL Kenholm, Well Maintained 4 I REAL ESTATE I,II BR, 2.5 BTII COL w!Grea, Yard, Stop by & see agent Margaret ICensington Court HWf1oors. CIA, FR w/FP. 439- 2888 Spooner and this super colonial. I DELMAR $225,000 and Westchester Woods, Klersy DIRECTORY Buill 4 BR, 2.5 BTH CE COL featuring HW floors, 2 FP's, l(enwood Avenue John J. Healy 'Realtors FR, All offersinvitcd. 439-2888 CONDOMINIUMS 2 Normansldll Blvd. DELMAR . $333,000 4;!O-7615 Classic 4-5 BR, 2.5 BTH COL, Delmar BETTY LENT FR w/FP, Give A Gracious An apartment community for those over 55 Real Estate Statement, All the Amenities for 159 Delaware Ave. Today's I-Iomcbuyer. 439·2888 2 bedroom apts. on busline 439-2494 N GREENBUSH $143,000 Prices starting at $84,500 MIKE ALBANO REALTY Spacious 3 BR, 1.5 BTH Ranch, FR w/FP,LargePatio&IIG Pool, OPEN HOUSE: SUN., MARCH 3RD 1-3 PM 38 Main street. Ravena Westover Road, Slingerlands circa 1940 ' 751>-8093 10 min. to Downtown Albany. DIR.: Delaware Ave., 1.5 mi. west of Kenwood Ave. • Charming 3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home in NANCY KUIVILA quiet Heldervale area. Hardwood floors Winter Bonus: Real Estate A $5,000 gift certificate frorp. Village Furniture Company 276 Delaware Ave. throughout, Large private fenced yard. Fully is yours with the purchase ofa cqndo by March 31, 1991 439-7654 landscaped. Perenial flower beds of jris, Hennessy Realty Group peonies, tulops and poppies. Offered at Lori}. Breuel 111 Washington Ave .• Suit $239,900. Appointments arranged by 705 Realtors® Albany. NY 12210 Welbourne & Purdy. Representative Mary 439-8129 432·9705 The complete offering terms in an offering plan available on request. Bennett, 467-8177 or 458-9700. File No. CD·90·0020 & CD·89·0075 The Spotlight - February 27, 1991 - PAGE 25 - • 1~IT;1!lWAtt~RAfjQN$M1MMm -BUSINESS DIRECTORY- GARMENT ALTERATIONS Professional quality Support your local advertisers FRANK GISO pants' skirts. dresses zippers. buttons etc. 869·7698 475-0817 Complete Hearing Aid Service 't4Mi•• provided in privacy of your home. ~W ~Bp4~'rij11 H~~~~E~~~~r~G _~~~~I~~~Years \;:~~;;:I Repairs and batteries lor all make Painting Contractor Joseph T_ Hogan By Donna Vitale l1li100 ..._ HOME REPAIR & and model hearing aids. Quality Professional A Ii & 1148 COltol Aw, MAINTENANCE, LTD. Call: Daniel F. Marlin, Sr. Painting pp ance 439.5038 ,§!!,Pj'!:':J~ 4A1'"'S9-Y' N3,v'61 0 • Home tmprovemen~. Minor Repairs Electric Service t::: • interior Painting. Kltchen & Baths 785-9956 and Wallpapering • Plumbing & Electrical ~ rll~ks Residential- Commercial '--_7_6_8_-_2_4_1_8_----1 lilJii&lm_. nmMl@let~QtRIG*ij@lJImlJll ' FREE ESTt~;~~6~~~Y INSURED Free Estimates - Fully Insured GINSBURG ELECTRIC Member: Albany Area mlUjl@i~iiIWIi\!llMlHM J~~~~t~U:;~~e Builders Association Thf8e generatials of All Residential Work James Masonry residtmtial~ . • Roofing· Carp .... try Large or Small BATHROOMS • REMODELING • Mlsonry' FinIshed Basements • RENOVATIONS wmrn:rn: ~'il'lllNUi\'il'~ NEED WORK?? • NEW CONSTRUCTION 15 Years Experience Dirty Joints? LoOse file? 3n-2930 FuU, Insured· GulU'tJnteed Free Estlmates/Fully Insured DAVE Leaks when showering? 459-4702 797-3436 O'BRIEN Call Fred, 462-1256 CONTEMPORARY BUILDERS I. PAINTING Addilions, Rennovations, • Free Estimates Garages, Decks ALBANY J. T. Enterprises ~!F;;;!·;ii~l.{i~rrp~H~§~~.·.·.~;I.l ;;;;;;;!Iil • Insured IMiIl1$liim~~gKtQ~iW!iilW!!i'l • Sr. Citizens Discount · "- ~-,. FREE ESTIMATES , ELECTRIC INC. Kitchens· Baths. Decks. Etc. • Very Reasonable ASPHALT PLUS 731-8938' From Start to Finish! Kitchens and Baths Blacktop" Masonry Contrming Licensed Electrical Contractor Joe Remodeled or Redesigned Get Painting Done Residental Specialists Free Estimates - Fully Insured ~efore The Holiday • Driveways - Resurfacing & SoaI- 786-6238 loudonville To Meet Your Specific Needs James J. McDonald 24 Hour Emergency Service Interior and Exterior coating • Sidewall PAGE 26 - February 27.1991 - The Spotlight I 1 .. Does anyone out there AUTOMOTIVE CLASSIFIEDS read the Owner's Manual? OUR 1986 NISSAN SENTRA; Sta Do you know you have a copy of a COFFEE • Cooling System/Antifreeze: The STILLONL'( tion Wagon. New engine, ex~ book that has a 188 million copy circula manual will recommend when to have a cellent condition. $3,500 475- tion. Where? Probably in. your glove cooling system flush and when to top off IO~ "cuP 9674 compartment. II with antifreeze/coolant It also has some 1977 CHEVROLET Caprice There are 188 million registered ve important cautions concerning the radia Classic: Loaded, very good hicles-and presumably 188 million tor. condition, many new parts, owner's manuals-in the United States. $1300. After 5pm 785-9822. Thatmakes the owner'smanual the most • Fuel: Your guide will recommend published, least-read publication around. the type of fuel to use, the minimum The owner's manual isn't a book you octane level and whether mixtures of can't put down. Many car owners use it gasoline and alcohol fuels are acceptable. J&HAUTO when the car is due for service or when It may also have some tips for fuel. Engine repair they are in a desperate situation. The ·Tires: Tire size, proper inflation and and rebuilding manual contains information vital to the rotation intervals should be listed in the proper operation and maintenance of your owner's manual. Instructions on using by car. Take time to locate these key sec tions of your manual: the spare tire are also included. Joe Hawkins • Electrical Systems/lights: Not only Profession3I automotive • Engine Oil: The owner's manual will will the owner's manual tell you how to e~~~~.i~i[gY:i~I~~~.itr~HAdi; repair and body and fender tell you what quality/grade of oil to use operate all your car's gadgets and read ...... ·················With·Maslercard< •....•. work at reasonable rates. and how much to use. the instrument panel, but it also has infor mation on battery specifications, fuse Insurance jobs welcome • Oth~r Lubricants/Fluids: Automatic transmission fluid, differential lubricant, schematics and replacement-bulb speci Free pick-up and delivery fications. power steering fluid and brake fluid Message 489-2788 should be checked regularly. Refer to the • Safety Features: Information on seat Call Joe's voice pager: owner's manual to guide you on when' belts, air bags, child restraints, antilock I and how to check them, when they should brakes and other features could be life 422-2485 , be changed or topped off and what fluids saving. Take time to read up and become should be used. familiar with them. ~ JONES SERVICE 14 Grove Street , 439-2725 Complete Auto Repairing • Foreign & Domestic Models - Road Service and Towing Tuneups • AutomatIc TransmIssIon• • BTllke• • Engine RecondItIonIng • Front End Worlc • Gas Tank Repairs. Dynamic Balancing CoolIng Sys.'-m Pr,oblsms • N. Y.S. Inspection SlstJon ...IV,4¢QJ,!f.1+llB ~BUSINESS DI_RECTORY- Siles & Service,' Support your local advertisers \~~ ''fflt§$~~MI!i1~IiII ALL MAJOR BRANDS HASLAM , Bags - Belts· Parts Prompt·Professional Tom McDermott's y,,,.\,, . SllHdfl$ TREE SERVICE Factory Authorized Service Tax Services ',', ';'\', "Cree Service FREE ESTIMATES .' '., _ SIIr« 1977 • Complete TREE Removal 371-5488 ~ • Stump Removal II All personal returns FREE ESTIMATES • Pruning FUllY INSURED (51.8) 459-47 I"I~C~jOg 1'1', '. feeding . Business II Renlal income relurns • Land Clearing Directory Ads II Self Employed relurns Business • Storm Damage Repair q J. 1- FREE Estimates Jim Haslam Are Your II Siudent of H& RBlock Fully Insured Owner Directory 439-9702 Best Buy ACRALARM& II Discounl Rales Ads Are CAPITAL J&tJJ Call 439-4940 SECURITY, INC. Your Best o/acuum Creaner Seroice Over 35,000 Readers SALES· SERVICE· !NST ALlATION TAX RETURNS Tree Service Specializing in the sale & service 116 NORTH LAKE AVENUE PREPARED Buy • Complete tree' of quanty vacuum deaners. ALBANY, NEW YORK 12206-271 0 How would you like your tax retum removal • HOOVER. EUREKA • Pruning ROOFING (518) 462·2365 prepared quic~y, professionally, Call 439-4940 • PANASONIC For those thatderrmnd and at a reasonable price? • Planting the highest quality Over 35,000 Readers . • Cabling • KIRBY· LUX Brian Grady· Business Call • Feeding Free pick-up & delivery Brian Grady· Delmar Dave Ellers • Hedge trlnunlng Atso, carpet & uphotstery Insured "439-2205 References Directory Ads ~~Ii"~~~ , Free Estimates. Fully Insured cleaning IH[~USI:HOI.D & COMMERCIAL Are Your 768-2925 1r~~~ Paul Sutliff Free estimates available! ROOFING Evenings 6:00-9:00 475-0877 Lewis Road, Allamonl • Shingles • Snow Slides Best Buy Salurday 9:00-3:00 @~~I#~©~ • Flat Roofs. Chimney Repair • Tree And Stump Removal (518) 861-6297. 423-5607 MarlY References Call 439-4940 • Storm Damage Repair 'Always here wHh pernonal,' • Brian Grady Roofing Over 35,000 Readers Individual & Small • Ornamental & Shade Business Corporate Returns Tree Pruning qualified selVicer Licensed 439-2205 Insuced' -Free Estimates. • Feeding & Cabling Owner Over 20 Years Experience • Landclearing Directory FREE INSPECTION & ESTIMATES No return too small 475·1856 DELMAR, N';J' Call 869-3248 FREE ES1IMATES. RILLY INSURED Qual~y Work AI Reasonable HELDERBERG Morris Irons & Randy Flavin - 0w001S Ads Are Prices. for appOintment WALLCOVERING No Job Too Big Or Small SIDING CO By • Residing Your Best ·. -. INSURED AND GUARANTEED Wally's s!~rc • • RsplacGment windows • •• MIKE 437-1966 • • • Area's Best guarantee • Tree & Stump Removal Buy flt, • tJ Quality installations John M_ Vadney • Trimming· Bracing Expert Wallpapering Business Directory since 1951 UNDERGROUND PLUMBING • Firewood Septic Tanks Cleaned & Installed Painting or tile work Ads Are Your SEWERS - WATER SERVK::ES Complete Tree Service where Call 439-4940 Oraln Fields Installed & Repaired we go out on a limb to gel Fully Insured Best Buy 768·2429 - SewER ROOTER SERVICE- Owned & Operated All Types Backhoe Work to the root of your problem. Free Estimates by W. Domermuth 439-2645 Over 35,000 Readers Mike Rudolph Call 439-4940 Call Wally 767-9773 439-1090 The SpoOight - February 27, 1991 - PAGE 27 .. GLENS FALLS CLIFTON PARK SARATOGA EAST GREENBUSH New Grand Union Plaza GUILDERLAND Hudson Ave. Clifton Country Rd. 501 Columbia Tnpk. W. 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