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USPS 680020 Published Every Thursday OUR 110th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 34-110 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. Thursday, April 27, 2000 Since 1890 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Town Council Gives Approval For Improvements to Park By PAUL J. PEYTON consultant hired by the town. Garden State Trust Fund to upgrade Specially Written for The Westfield Leader Through the consultant, the town the monument and the traffic island Town officials are moving ahead has submitted five grant applications, it stands on. with plans to make improvements to of which one was approved, another First Ward Councilman Carl A. Brightwood Park, Westfield’s natu- was rejected and three are pending. Salisbury noted that the Department ral preserve. Another six grant requests are about of Transportation (DOT) has offered Among the improvements slated to be submitted and three to six other to expand the island where the monu- are the purchase of aerators for the areas have been identified for pos- ment is located and make the neces- pond in the park, re-paving of a sible grants. sary improvements. The DOT would walkway that will also be extended Town Administrator Thomas B. do the work as part of the traffic to encircle the pond, and making the Shannon noted the town is resubmit- circle improvement project it has park handicapped accessible to con- ting an application for a highway proposed. form with the Americans With Dis- traffic safety grant to the Division of Mr. Shannon noted that the abilities Act. Highway Traffic Safety in the state Cacciola Place neighborhood is be- Existing trail systems in the park Department of Law and Public Safety. ing looked at for a grant to support a would be reestablished and picnic The previous grant application by redevelopment management master areas added. the town was rejected. plan for the area. The town also may “It’s a real gem; it’s like nothing Bruno has also applied on behalf apply to the state for inclusion in its else this side of the county,” Town of the town for a Garden State Trust Neighborhood Preservation Program Engineer Kenneth B. Marsh said of Fund grant to develop a community if the master plan grant is approved. the park during the Town Council’s arts center, utilizing the auditorium The consultant has submitted a Tuesday night agenda session. of the Elm Street school district ad- grant request with the United States Looking ahead to a long-range ministration building. Additional Department of Justice for the pur- plan, Mr. Marsh said he foresees a grant money is available from the chase of Reverse 9-1-1, a system that David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader system of trails and nature stops. He Westfield Foundation. can program emergency messages to PERHAPS THE END OF AN ERA?…There is a possibility that there will be no Westfield Men’s Softball League. At least said the town would seek assistance not this season! The highly competitive, modified-pitch league which began in 1967 has experienced a shortage of The World War I memorial on be automatically dialed to residents competitive teams this season and may temporarily disband. Possible plans for a merger next year with another nearby from the county, which has been North Avenue will be looked at to see in a specific area of the town. Offi- modified-pitch league are in the works. involved in similar projects. if it is registered as a historic site and, cials said the town should learn within In a memorandum to the govern- if so, if grants are available from the CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 ing body, Recreation Director Glenn S. Burrell said the improvements TRISTA POLLARD HONORED WITH PHILHOWER AWARD would be funded from an unused 1998 Pocket Park grant of $15,000 from Union County. The grant was Darielle Walsh and Arlene Gardner originally intended for environmen- tal studies of Brightwood in antici- pation of developing ballfields at Re-Elected to Their Board Positions one corner of the park. Faced with opposition from resi- By LAWRENCE HENRY her strengths as “Patience…sense of After the special award presenta- dents seeking to preserve the natural Specially Written for The Westfield Leader humor. I just want the students to be tion to Miss Pollard and an intermis- setting of the park, coupled with a In a special ceremony before the comfortable, and at the same time, sion, Mrs. Walsh read through a long “less than favorable preliminary en- Westfield Board of Education meet- they can learn.” series of approved resolutions, re- vironmental impact evaluation” of ing on Tuesday night, Tamaques El- Miss Pollard came to teaching as a confirming the school district’s con- the site to be developed, as stated in ementary School fifth grade teacher second career after working as a tractual arrangements for medical Mr. Burrell’s letter, the town aban- Trista Pollard was given the Charles bookkeeper for an insurance com- consultations, legal services, insur- doned that plan. Philhower Fellowship Award. pany. ance, banks and investments. All but $1,000 of the Pocket Park The award, named after long-time In other business, incumbents Dr. The resolutions also confirmed grant — money used for the wet- Westfield educator and Rotary B. Carol Molnar, Anne L. Riegel, Robert A. Berman as Board Secre- lands study that marked the first phase founder Charles Philhower, honored and Michael J. Kessler were re- tary, Tamar Sydney-Gens as Assis- of the environmental survey of Miss Pollard for “outstanding teach- elected to the board sworn into new tant Board Secretary, Liy-Huei L. Brightwood Park — is still available ing, interest in children…and school terms on school board following their Tsai as Treasurer of School Moneys, for park improvements if the town so spirit without limit.” victories in the April 18 school elec- and Howard McNicholas, Jr., as At- chooses. The initial phase of the Miss Pollard accepted the award, tions. Newcomer Kimberly Rhodes tendance Officer. improvements would be purchase of saying, “Wow! Thank you! Do I have won a three-year term. The tax levy In the major presentation of the aerators to improve the quality of the to say anything more?” portion of the $57.2 million school evening, Superintendent Dr. Will- pond by keeping the water circulat- “No,” said Board President Darielle budget was passed by a 2-1 margin iam J. Foley introduced Westfield ing, and for establishing the path. Walsh. by voters last week. The meeting High School students Rebecca Mr. Marsh noted that the commu- “Okay,” said Miss Pollard, who sat held few surprises. Brockman and Rebecca Shulman. nity is invited to participate this Sun- down in the front row, wiping away The board unanimously re-elected Miss Brockman and Miss Shulman day, April 30, in a cleanup program tears as her students, introduced by Mrs. Walsh as President. In nominat- had chaired focus groups following a at the park. The program is being Tamaques Principal Michael J. ing her, Dr. Molnar quoted President series of town and school meetings completed as part of the Mitzvah Cullen, read tributes to her from the Harry Truman, lauding “men and prompted by the Littleton, Colo., Day program at Temple Emanu-El. podium. women who got to the top who did school shootings last year. First Ward Councilman Gregory Those tributes repeated one theme the job they had at hand…and stayed The focus groups, as directed by S. McDermott told The Westfield over and over again, “She’s so funny. awake to do it.” Dr. Foley, discussed issues of civility Leader that the improvements are She jokes with us and we have such a The board also unaminously re- and communication as potential prob- intended as “a major effort to get that good time. She makes us laugh a lot.” elected Arlene Gardner as Vice Presi- lems for Westfield, both in the town park back to where it belongs” as a Miss Pollard herself said she saw dent. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 safe and natural setting. He said resi- dents should not be concerned if they see trucks in the park, as they will be used to lay macadam for the path NJ Transit’s Crossway Bridge Project trails. On another matter, the council re- Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader ceived an update on grants being SHE’S ON THE HUNT…Toni Ann Simione of Westfield, 2 1/2 years old, scours Nears Finishing; May Reopening Set sought by East Hanover-based Keyes Mindowaskin Park for plastic eggs she can place in her little basket. The egg hunt, which was held Saturday, was sponsored by the Lion’s Club of Westfield. By FRED ROSSI Martin - The Bruno Group, a grants Specially Written for The Westfield Leader It could be just a matter of weeks before area motorists and pedestri- ans can again use Crossway Place in Westfield Planning Bd. Westfield to travel between North Last Pool Reg. and South Avenues. The roadway, which runs under Okays New Building Planned May 1 New Jersey Transit’s Raritan Valley rail line near the border of Scotch By KIM KINTER Plains, has been closed to traffic for Specially Written for The Westfield Leader about eight months while a new rail- On Lumber Store Site The last chance to purchase road bridge was being constructed. memberships to Westfield’s Me- By LAWRENCE HENRY After a brief hearing, during which New Jersey Transit paid for the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader morial Pool for the 2000 season $1.4 million bridge construction property owner Norman Sevell was will be Monday, May 1. The Westfield Planning Board at a represented by his son, Michael, Mr. project. The previous steel structure special meeting Monday approved a On Monday, the final 20 per- was replaced with one made of con- Newell moved that the application cent of the pool’s total member- request by the Westfield Lumber & be granted. The motion was carried crete. Home Center on North Avenue to ship, or 1,800 individual mem- The previous bridge was built in unanimously. berships, will be available for tear down one storage structure and The Sevells’ investment in the prop- 1915. It predates New Jersey Transit erect another. sale. The remaining memberships and may have been built before Cen- erty is occurring despite the fact that are available to all Westfield resi- The store will tear down an exist- the family has negotiated with tral Railroad of New Jersey operated ing steel-framed building that pro- dents and to all those who live the railway that previously ran on the ShopRite officials for the grocery outside of town. hibits sufficient storage because of chain to purchase the site to con- Raritan Valley track. the interior’s steel girders and re- The doors to the Recreation Kenneth Marsh, Westfield Town struct a new supermarket. Department will open at 8:30 place it with what Planning Board The Westfield Lumber & Home Engineer, said he has been told New David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader member Robert Newell called “es- a.m., however, Recreation Di- Jersey Transit will be finished with BRIDGING THE GAPS…Motorists and pedestrians may be able to use Cross- Center site, at 628-710 North Av- rector Glenn S. Burrell said he is way Place in Westfield to travel between North and South Avenues within a sentially a big storage shed.” enue, has been in the public eye for its bridge work by May 17, some expecting a line to begin forming four months behind schedule. matter of weeks. The roadway, which runs under NJ Transit’s Raritan Valley nearly nine years, since the Sevells much earlier. rail line near the border of Scotch Plains, has been closed to traffic for about first struck the deal with ShopRite to Once the bridge is completed, the Tax Collector’s Office “We’re expecting quite a line,” roadway underneath will be re- eight months while a new railroad bridge was being constructed. sell the property to the grocery chain. he said. “We’ve been getting feed- “The ShopRite deal is still in play,” opened, making it much easier for Open Monday Night back from those who dropped both auto and foot traffic under the bridge before proceeding. Legion Hall on North Avenue to al- The officer of the Westfield said Mr. Sevell before the hearing, the ball, so to speak, and did not In addition, Mr. Marsh said, there low for the roadway’s slight bend to but he noted that “it’s been in litiga- new structure, according to Mr. Tax Collector will be open from 7 sign up for a pool membership Marsh. will be a six-foot wide sidewalk that the west. to 9 p.m. on Monday, May 1, in tion” ever since the supermarket chain previously.” will allow pedestrians to cross safely The reopening of Crossway Place first proposed to build. He told The Westfield Leader that addition to the regular office hours Mr. Burrell said that the de- the new roadway, which the town is under the bridge. will undoubtedly ease traffic con- of 8:30 p.m. 4 p.m. “We don’t expect any action” on partment also has been getting He added that the northern section gestion in the area, given the al- ShopRite’s part “for at least a year,” funding, will have two lanes in each Interest will be charged for taxes numerous calls from non-resi- direction. of Crossway Place will be ready-limited north-south routes be- received after Friday, May 5. Mr. Sevell said. dents who had been members in reconfigured slightly so that, at the tween Westfield and Fanwood. Indeed, two separate cases involv- Prior to the renovation, driving CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 previous years and think that they underneath the bridge could be a intersection with North Avenue, it Between Central Avenue in might not be able to be pool somewhat harrowing experience on lines up more evenly with Edgewood Westfield and Terrill Road on the INDEX members this year. the narrow two-lane roadway. Avenue on the far side of North Av- Fanwood-Plainfield border, the only A&E...... Page 20 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 11 “We’re working under the Often times, a motorist would have enue. ways to travel over the Raritan Val- Classifieds..... Page 19 Obituary ...... Page 10 Social ...... Page 6 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 to wait for a car traveling in the The town will purchase a small ley rail line are the Westfield traffic County ...... Page 2 Sports ...... Page 13 opposite direction to pass under the parcel of land from the American CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, April 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Crossway Mrs. Walsh, Ms. Gardner Place Bridge Re-Elected to BOE Positions

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 circle, the Tuttle Parkway bridge and school system. than that some child will die from drink- one-quarter mile to the west, Cross- Miss Brockman and Miss Shulman ing.” way Place, the Hetfield Avenue emphasized what they saw as a need The board will conduct detailed dis- for better communication between chil- cussion of facilities — specifically, bridge on the Scotch Plains- dren of different ages. They advocated high school expansion - at their next Fanwood border, Martine Avenue some structured involvement of older meeting on Tuesday, May 2. in Fanwood and Sheelen’s Cross- students with younger students. Both During an intermission, Board Presi- ing several blocks to the west in girls favored a variety of mentoring dent Walsh told The Westfield Leader Fanwood. programs, and spoke highly of the ben- that the school district’s population The importance of having as efits of Project Adventure, an Outward increase continues to be the district’s Bound-style team-building program. most significant problem. many north-south thoroughfares The girls said, as well, that Westfield “We’ve had little bumps up in popu- open as possible was underscored students had felt strongly that the local lation before, but they’ve gone away,” last week when the Scotch Plains police treated them poorly. In the year said Mrs. Walsh. “This increase is con- Township Council said the planned since the town began doing surveys tinuing, and even continuing to bump refurbishment of the Hetfield Av- and holding meetings, however, the up.” enue bridge would not begin until student-police relationship has im- proved, the girls said. Children’s Author Crossway Place was reopened to In the comment period following traffic. Miss Brockman’s and Miss Shulman’s To Appear May 6 While the Crossway Place will talks, Ms. Gardner singled out binge be reopened to traffic in mid-May, drinking as a problem for Westfield At Westfield Library Mr. Marsh pointed out that the road youngsters - a problem she had not WESTFIELD — The Friends of surface itself will need to be com- been aware of until the last year’s sur- the Westfield Memorial Library will host a program featuring children’s pletely repaved by the town. veys and discussions. Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader “I thought this was a college frat author and illustrator Dan Adlerman He expects bids for that purpose SPECIAL GUEST STAR…The Easter Bunny made a celebrity appearance at the 65th Annual Egg Hunt sponsored by problem,” said Ms. Gardner. “Oh, no. on Saturday, May 6, at 11 a.m. at the to be advertised next month, with a the Lion’s Club of Westfield Saturday. Pictured, left to right, are: front row, Joan Peiffer Stanley, Bob Broadwell, Kim It goes down, in some cases, to the Westfield Memorial Library. contract awarded and work getting Block as The Easter Bunny, Jack Ambos; back row, Doug Schembs, Mike Gordeuk, Jeff Broadwell, Bill Doyle, Ed Renfree seventh grade. I have less fear that a All children ages 3 through 9 and under way in June. In the interim, and Ron Stanley. child will come to school with a gun their parents are invited to attend. he told The Leader, the road’s sur- The author and his wife, Kim, are the authors of “It’s Raining, It’s Pour- face will be temporarily resurfaced. ing” (published under the pen name Westfield, County Chambers Kim Eagle), “Hey Diddle Diddle,” Town Council Gives Nod “Africa Calling Nighttime Falling” Westfield and other books. They have also re- Form Networking Group leased a compact disk entitled “One To Park Improvements Size Fits All.” Planning Bd. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Mr. Adlerman’s appearance will in- For Home-Based Businesses clude story reading from the couple’s CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 a few weeks whether it has re- County’s compost facility in ceived a $75,000 grant from the books, sing-alongs and possibly face Springfield. The county recently painting. ing the grocery store are tied up in WESTFIELD — The Westfield Area businesses, according to Debbie Schmidt, Justice Department to purchase the privatized the facility, which is free court, with action not likely on Chamber of Commerce, in partnership Executive Director of the Westfield Area Books and compact disks will be system. for dumping of leaves by Union available for purchase at a discount, either one for several more months with the Union County Chamber of Com- Chamber. In addition, the town has received County Municipalities. or until this fall. merce, has announced a new resource for The HOTLINC group will plan or attendees may bring their own cop- the necessary software to develop During the council’s public meet- ies for autographs. On October 14, Superior Court home-based businesses called monthly meetings for their members, a Geographical Information Sys- ing, also held Tuesday night, the HOTLINC, which stands for Home Of- with speakers, seminars and training Seating is limited. Tickets are re- Judge Edward W. Beglin, Jr. ruled tem (GIS) to store layers of data on governing body granted sidewalk quired and are available free of charge that the Garwood Planning Board fice Training, Leads, Information, Net- keyed to members’ needs and interests. a computer generated map. The working and Community will be the Networking and relationship building café licenses to Sir Puff’s and at the Main Desk of the library. The had been right in granting approval focus of the group. will be key parts of the group’s focus. software was received from the Theresa’s, both located on Elm library is located at 550 East Broad in 1995 to Village Supermarkets of “Home-based business people need An introductory breakfast will be held United States Department of Com- Street, and to the Robert Treat Deli- Street in Westfield. For more informa- Springfield to construct a grocery opportunities to network with other busi- on Friday, April 28, at 8:30 a.m. at the merce. catessen on Quimby Street. tion, please call (908) 789-4090. store on North Avenue. ness owners in the area. The challenges Holiday Inn Select in Clark. The guest The Bruno Group has also iden- One of the attorneys represent- they face are unique, and sharing knowl- speakers will be Brazer and Littell, LLC tified a “non-point sewer pollution ing Dr. and Mrs. Ulf Dolling of edge and experiences with others will who will present a program on “Success- control” grant that could be used Nature Club Reveals Slate Westfield, however, filed an appeal make them more successful in their en- ful Networking.” for sediment mitigation at the to the state New Jersey Superior deavors,” said Loraine Kasprzak of Ad- With over 20 years of experience, Tamaques Park pond. Mr. Shannon Appellate Division challenging vantage Marketing & Associates, a home- Georgene Brazer and Virginia Newman said the County of Union will be Of Activities During May Judge Beglin’s ruling. Briefs have based marketing consulting practice in Littell will lead business owners through contacted about assistance in Westfield. the do’s and don’ts of networking, and dredging the pond. The county MOUNTAINSIDE – The Greater carpooling. been filed and the case is not ex- According to INC. Magazine, 705,000 how to link to both public and private hired a company to dredge county- Watchung Nature Club will hold its On Sunday, May 14, the club will pected to be heard until September. entrepreneurs started businesses from resources to achieve successful results owned lakes. monthly meeting on Tuesday, May conduct its third “Walker Walk,” Meanwhile, ShopRite officials home in 1997 (the latest year for which for their businesses. Under shared services, the town 2, at 8 p.m. at the Courthouse of the beginning at the Deserted Village in are still in the middle of an appeal, statistics were available) than from com- For further information and to make a is also looking to fund a SLAP Mountainside Municipal Building, the Watchung Reservation (Cataract also pending in the New Jersey mercial sites (610,000 start-ups). reservation, please call the Westfield (Sheriff’s Labor Assistance Pro- located on Route 22, East, and New Hollow Road off of Glenside Av- Superior Appellate Division, over HOTLINC is the first local Chamber of Chamber, (908) 233-3021, or the Union gram) in Westfield. Officials said Providence Road. enue.) a lawsuit by the Sevell family Commerce group to reach out to these County Chamber, (908) 352-0900. the program utilizes non-violent The Courthouse is the second A short tour beginning at 7 a.m. Norman Sevell filed a lawsuit prison inmates from the county to building and is best reached by enter- will include forest, field, pond and last summer claiming that the su- assist towns with labor intensive ing right from New Providence Road. stream habitats for a wide variety of permarket chain had not lived up to WESTFIELD projects. The program will feature Bill birds. Refreshments will be served at its promise of making monthly pay- POLICE BLOTTER Mayor Thomas C. Jardim, who Griffen, a naturalist and published 9 a.m. ments to him. serves as President of the Union photographer, who will discuss the On Saturday, May 20, Andy Lamy County League of Municipalities, family life of various species of birds. will lead a trip to the Pequannock In July, Union County Superior TUESDAY, APRIL 18 edly struck a vehicle numerous times with On Sunday, May 7, at 7 a.m., the Watershed and assist participants in Court Judge Frederick C. Kentz, Jr. • A Floral Court resident reported that a rock in the 600 block of Forest Avenue on which recently discussed SLAP, March 9, leaving scratches and dents in the said the inmates used are those club will conduct its second “Walker listening for and distinguishing the ruled that Village Supermarkets his cellular telephone was stolen from his Walk” in the hopes of seeing early various sounds birds make. The group should make back payments total- vehicle while it was parked in front of his driver’s side door. She was released on her convicted of such offenses as fail- home. The telephone, described as a Cel- own recognizance after being issued a sum- ure to pay child support. migrants including orioleds, warblers will meet at the Fanwood train sta- ing $1.6 million, as well as future lular Audiovox Model 4000, is valued at mons. and vireos. tion, south side, at 7 a.m. Partici- payments of some $34,000 a month • The Mayor envisions using the approximately $200. A Jersey City resident reported that additional labor for such projects The walk will begin at the skeet pants are asked to bring lunch, bin- to Mr. Sevell. Village supermar- • A bus rented by Westfield High her wallet, worth with the contents ap- range at Lenape Park, located at the oculars and scopes. kets, however, filed an appeal. proximately $90, was missing after she as the fall leaf collection program School for a field trip was damaged by and park and recreation facilities end of Lenape Drive in Westfield. On Sunday, May 21, the club will Sentiment on the Planning Board students during the course of the trip, briefly forgot it at a telephone at a Cen- This is reached by continuing across conduct the fourth and final with pencil holes poked through two tral Avenue service station. maintenance. A sheriff’s officer seemed strongly in favor of im- stays with the inmates at all times. Springfield Avenue at the end of East “Walker Walk.” This will begin at 7 seats and graffiti written on six seats. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26 Broad Street. Coffee and food will a.m. at the Seeley’s Pond parking provements by Westfield Lumber Two male students, ages 16 and 17 • Eight screens were slashed by un- Mr. Shannon said Westfield, & Home Center. years old, were identified as the indi- known persons at Tamaques Elementary Scotch Plains and Clark are look- be served at 9 a.m. lot off of Valley Road in Berkeley After the motion passed, Mr. viduals responsible, police said. The School on Willow Grove Road. ing at the possibility of a joint On Saturday, May 13, Holly Heights. Newell commented that “I’m glad youths have agreed to make restitution • A Kimball Avenue resident reported program whereby each town would Hoffman will lead a trip to the This walk will be followed by a to see you guys are staying here and no formal charges were filed. the theft of his vehicle from his driveway. split the annual $30,000 cost. Offi- Somerset Outdoor Education Center full breakfast. Participants may sign and investing in the property.” WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19 It had not been recovered as of press time. cials from the three towns are ex- in Basking Ridge for a Wildlife Art up at the May 2 meeting or call Pete • An Elm Street resident reported the Show. Participants will meet at the Axelrod at (908) 464-3933 the week Planning Board member Kenneth theft of a laptop computer which had been pected to meet with Sheriff Ralph B. Marsh added, “I’m glad we still G. Froehlich to see if a joint pro- Fanwood train station, south side, at before. Guests are always welcome delivered to his apartment building and left 7:30 a.m. for directions and at club meetings. have a regular lumber store in town, in a hallway. gram is feasible. • Pool ’cause I don’t like Home Depot.” An Orenda Circle resident reported SLAP, as well as other shared Clerk’s Office to Open In other business, the Planning that youngsters damaged his new sidewalk services, are funded through a Re- Correction Board postponed consideration of by inscribing their initials in the wet ce- gionalized Efficiency Development Late May 8 for Voters ment. Registration Incentive (REDI) Grant. Last week’s edition of The an application for a variance by SATURDAY, APRIL 22 Westfield Leader incorrectly re- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Mr. Shannon announced that the Ward & O’Donnell Property De- • Andrew Wintringham of Scotch ported that the voter turnout for To Register for Primary velopment Co., LLC for 159-169 Plains and Dmitry Opelbaum of Westfield, premise that we will sell out all 1,800 town is working with Scotch Plains the Westfield Board of Education WESTFIELD — The Office of East Broad Street, the site of reno- both 18, were charged with possession of memberships by the end of the day officials on a shared services plan election was 23 percent out of the Westfield Town Clerk will be whereby the two communities vated New Orleans-style apart- an alcoholic beverage underage after they Monday,” Mr. Burrell said. 11,450 registered voters. open extended hours on Monday, ments located over Ann Taylor, were stopped for a traffic violation in the The Recreation Commission would utilize each other’s conser- According to Public Informa- 200 block of East Broad Street. They were vation centers as a temporary loca- May 8, for residents who wish to Nine West and Classic Thyme changed its pool sign-up process this tion Officer for the school district register for the Tuesday, June 6, each released on their own recognizance. year after membership sold out last tion for the disposal of leaves. Lorre Korecky, the correct num- stores. • Paulette Cunningham, 32, of Northside leaves from both would Primary Election. The applicant is seeking a vari- summer for the first time in the 30- ber for the voter turnout was 14.51 Irvington was arrested and charged with year history of the complex. go to the Scotch Plains facility, percent out of 18,507 registered Monday is the last to register for ance to construct an exterior stair- shoplifting $1,666 worth of clothing from with south side leaves being di- voters, not including absentee the election which includes com- a North Avenue department store. She was During the month of March, pool way and handicapped lift in the rected to the Westfield conserva- ballots. petitive races among Democrats rear of the building and to use the also taken into custody on warrants out of members from last year were given first crack at memberships for 2000. tion center. However, including the unoffi- and Republicans for United States interior space as catering facilities. Paramus, Union and the Essex County Sheriff’s Office. Bail was set at a total of Accepted memberships were cut off Mr. Shannon told The Leader cial count of 206 absentee bal- Senate, Congress from the Seventh One interested party claimed he lots, voter turnout was 15.6 per- $17,000. once 60 percent, or 5,400 of the that the leaves would be transported District, Union County Clerk and had not been properly notified, and by a private contractor to Union cent. SUNDAY, APRIL 23 pool’s capacity of 9,000, was reached. Union County Freeholder. an attorney for Ward & O’Donnell • A Mountainside resident reported an The maximum of 5,400 was reached proposed a new hearing date to incident of simple assault which occurred March 28. avoid pressing for a board decision during a verbal altercation involving young adults in the 500 block of First Avenue. April was designated for Westfield on the merits of the party’s claim. The victim said he was pushed by another residents who were not previous The new hearing is scheduled for individual at the scene. No complaints had members and for previous members Monday, May 15, at 8 p.m. been filed as of press time. who did not sign up in March. Sign- MONDAY, APRIL 24 ups were taken for 1,800 additional • Dominic Rodriguez, 20, of Scotch individuals and that total was reached Correction Plains was charged at a Prospect Street on April 4. A quote from Patricia Knodel, residence with possession of less than 50 Recreation Commission members who ran for a seat on the grams of marijuana. He was released on felt this new arrangement was a way his own recognizance. Mountainside school board, in a • A burglary with criminal mischief to guarantee each “wave” of mem- story that appeared in the April 20 was reported at Roosevelt Intermediate bership a fair opportunity to pur- edition of The Westfield Leader School on Clark Street. Six windows chase pool passes. should have read: “I knew from the were broken in the boys’ locker room Despite its attempt to be fair, Mr. outset I would not win because I and numerous items of clothing were Burrell said the Recreation Depart- strewn around the hallways. Nothing ment has heard from people who feel understand the political math,” Mrs. was reported missing. the process has not been equitable. Knodel said, referring to whenever TUESDAY, APRIL 25 • He said that those people have ranged two people team up against one Mia Fiore, 23, of Westfield was ar- from residents who did not heed the person it is almost impossible for rested on a complaint charging her with criminal mischief. Police said Fiore alleg- town-wide mailing or understand the the one person to win. urgency of the matter to non-resi- dents who feel that they have been on the “outside looking in.” The Recreation Commission has approved a plan to renovate the Me- morial Pool complex, including the building of a new pool with a slide. That project is expected to begin in Jim Hely the fall of 2001. In the season of 2002, the Recre- ation Commission “potentially will be able” to increase membership See us in the Bell Atlantic Yellow Pages. because of the additional pool space,

Only 1 of 40 lawyers is a but commission members would have David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader Supreme Court Certified Trial Lawyer. to study the matter closely before ENJOYING THE WEATHER…Before the rain began its reign over sunny weather, these students from the school at The INJURY CASES (908) 789-9000 making a decision, Mr. Burrell said. Presbyterian Church in Westfield waved a warm hello while taking a break from the swings and jungle gym. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK THE— Serving Scotch PlainsTIMES and Fanwood Since 1959 — of Scotch Plains – Fanwood

USPS 485200 Published OUR 42ND YEAR – ISSUE NO. 17-42 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. Thursday, April 27, 2000 Every Thursday (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Bed & Breakfast is Sought Near Fanwood Train Station By FRED ROSSI Fanwood. “This is something we al- Mountainside, Fanwood, Scotch Specially Written for The Times ways wanted to do.” Plains and Westfield. If James and Barbara Vierschilling “People are already calling about Mr. Vierschilling, who recently get their way, area bed-and-break- it,” he enthused, saying he and his retired from his auto repair business fast aficionados may not have to wife have been “amazed” at how in Mountainside, said he and his wife drive hundreds of miles for a week- many people have already touched have spent the past five years travel- end getaway. base with them. ing around the country and visiting They were hoping to get approval Presently living in Westfield, the bed-and-breakfast establishments during a meeting last night from the Vierschillings plan to move to They had considered opening their Fanwood Planning Board for their Fanwood soon. own bed-and-breakfast out of state, plan to open a bed-and-breakfast op- If approved, the interior of the but decided to remain in the area. eration at 225 North Avenue. three-floor house, located directly Mrs. Vierschilling is a gourmet cook, “We felt there was a need for it,” across from the Fanwood train sta- her husband reported, and their bed- Mr. Vierschilling told The Times of tion, would be gutted completely and-breakfast would serve breakfast Scotch Plains-Fanwood. and refurbished to provide three bed- daily. He said he has spoken with a num- rooms and three bathrooms. “Everyone has been so positive ber of area residents who told him of “If it takes off, we have the ability that it scares me,” Mr. Vierschilling instances where they had out-of-town to add another two bedrooms and said of the prospects for approval of family coming to visit but “no place two baths,” Mr. Vierschilling said. his plans. He has not heard any criti- to put them,” given the dearth of He also plans to build an addition at cism of the idea, he said, adding Cheri Rogowsky for The Times READY, SET, HUNT!…Poised with their baskets and bags in hand, parents and children set their sights on the myriad nearby hotels and motels and the the rear of the house, where he and hesitantly that, “if someone comes of plastic Easter eggs strewn about during Easter Egg Hunt in Fanwood. The event, which was held Saturday, was closing a few years back of The his wife would reside. He expects his into the meeting with a major objec- sponsored by the Fanwood Recreation Department. Mansion Hotel on South Avenue in primary clientele to be residents of tion, I don’t know what will happen.” Fanwood Borough’s Pocket Park on Watson Rd. Continues Taking Shape on Long-Vacant Lot By SUZETTE F. STALKER but could be affected by a number of was awarded to Fanwood by Union to implement throughout Fanwood Specially Written for The Times factors, such as the receipt of bids for County in 1998 through its Project as part of the borough’s identity. Progress is continuing this spring various work elements which still Pocket Park program, and which the The park will feature a central on a long-anticipated pocket park in need to be completed. borough agreed to match in funds grassy area encompassed by a walk- Fanwood, which officials have envi- Just shy of an acre, the long-va- and in-kind services, for a total of way and enhanced with landscaping sioned as both a haven for relaxation cant, L-shaped lot is located oppo- $250,000. and benches. A parking lot with 17 and a forum for the borough’s ever- site the Borough Hall complex and Because a deadline was attached stalls will be provided at the site, to broadening cultural arts palette. the Patricia M. Kuran Cultural Arts to the grant money, the committee be illuminated at night by five Victo- Councilwoman Karen M. Schurtz, Center, formerly known as the Car- hopes to see the park completed by rian light fixtures. who chairs the committee which riage House, which serves as a hub the end of August, according to an As a companion site to the Car- developed the project, said this week for cultural arts programs in article penned by Councilwoman riage House, the interior of the park that she and her colleagues have Fanwood. Schurtz which appeared in March in is being eyed for cultural arts pro- been hoping the Watson Road park Before the current municipal com- The Fanwoodian, the borough’s quar- grams and concerts, as well as for could have its official unveiling in plex was built in the 1970s, the site terly newsletter. such activities as picnics or leisurely conjunction with the borough’s an- was home to the borough’s adminis- Mrs. Schurtz confirmed that the walks. nual Fanny Wood Day festival in trative offices, as well as its police future park has been designated as Councilwoman Schurtz said she September. and fire departments and rescue squad exclusively passive and not to be recently asked that the Pocket Park However, she said the committee headquarters. used for athletic activities. It is also Committee be reactivated in order to is “optimistic but realistic” in terms The pocket park is being funded expected to reflect the Victorian complete the final stages of the of the timeline, since the park’s de- with $125,000 in grant money that theme which borough officials hope project. In addition to its original mem- bers, several new people were re- cently tapped to join the group’s Sacrificing Selflessly, Residents ranks, with hopes of having an even greater cross section of the commu- nity represented, Councilwoman Schurtz said. Join Avon’s Breast Cancer Walk They include Steve Falco, Chair- man of the borough’s Shade Tree By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN Specially Written for The Times Commission; Fred Leahy, Chairman of the Fanwood Recreation Com- There are people who talk about mission, and Councilman Thomas P. the things they want to do to make Ryan, Jr., governing body Liaison to the world a better place, but never the Recreation Commission. quite get around to making the com- Original members still serving on mitment. Cheri Rogowsky for The Times the committee are Councilman and CLEVER DISGUISE…While gathering plastic Easter eggs in her basket, Then there are the doers like Dianna Administration and Finance Com- Cassidy of Scotch Plains, her cousin Kristen Carbone of Scotch Plains sports some clever pink bunny ears in honor CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 of the season. and niece, Olga and Jennifer Sica of Rahway, and Julia Black, Barbara Karp, Deana Sroka and Karen Simon of Westfield who put talk into action Volunteers Sought to Help TV-35 to participate in Avon’s 3-Day walk for breast cancer. Of course, there are more, many more. From around the corner and Keep Up Level of Programming across the country, thousands of geant Thomas J. Jedic of the Fanwood women and many men have joined By SUZETTE F. STALKER prepares the station’s budget and in- Specially Written for The Times Police Department. ventory and ensures that equipment Avon’s effort to raise money to fund Sergeant Jedic, like Mr. Weiss a non-profit community-based pro- The station managers at TV-35 in is set up at the proper place and time Fanwood are seeking a few good railroad buff, has also helped out for taping. He and Mr. Weiss meet grams that provide educational pro- with TV-35’s train retrospectives, Mr. grams on breast cancer and support volunteers to help them continue to every Friday to discuss the program deliver the quality programming for Nagy confirmed. Mr. Nagy, who schedule. early detection. The tremendous suc- shares an interest in history with Mr. cess of 3-Day events in the U.S. has which the local access channel has A former Macy’s executive, Mr. Ingrid McKinley for The Times long been known. Weiss, said most of the research for Nagy acknowledged that Mr. Weiss enabled Avon to broaden its reach to LACING UP FOR A VERY IMPORTANT WALK…Local residents have the channel’s history-themed pro- fund research on breast cancer and Since 1991, George Weiss and Joe represents “the artistic side of our volunteered their time to participate in Avon’s 3-Day walk for breast cancer. Nagy, both longtime Fanwood resi- grams are done in-house. other diseases that affect women. They are joining thousands of women and many men in Avon’s effort to raise partnership,” while his own main dents, have been at the helm of bor- According to Mr. Nagy, the bulk of role is administrative functions. Ms. Cassidy, who lost her mother money to fund non-profit, community-based programs that provide educational what is broadcast on TV-35 are an- to breast cancer 13 years ago, was programs on breast cancer and support early detection. Pictured, left to right, ough programming fro TV-35, which Although the men have received are: Barbara Karp, Karen Simon, Deana Sroka and Julia Black. Fanwood shares with Mountainside. nouncements which appear on the assistance with camera work and moved to walk the 60-mile trek from channel’s “electronic bulletin board.” Bear Mountain, New York to Man- Friends and neighbors for 37 years, other tasks from Fanwood Police summer. the pair film an array of events which Special computer software, he ex- Sergeants Jedic and Howard Drewes, hattan in 1999. tion.” plained, enable the station managers She recalled the feeling of help- Ms. Cassidy chronicled her expe- are broadcast either live or on tape along with Sergeant Drewes’ son, With a hint of pride, she added, every other day. Besides camera du- to vary announcements with a vari- lessness that hit as her mother died, rience in a scrapbook filled with “We were tempted, but we never Jimmy, TV-35 in Fanwood basically photos, facts and captions that will ties, they also handle the requisite ety of lettering fonts, graphics, shad- remains a two-man show. and saw the 3-Day as “a good way I took the sweeper bus.” ings and backgrounds. could do something.” preserve the memorable moments preparation work, both on location Recently, the rigors of operating On Day 3 of the walk, Ms. Cassidy, and from their 7-foot by 11-foot, Despite its modest size, the TV-35 “The experience was unbeliev- and miles of the 3-Day such as the Olga and Jennifer donned specially the station and producing all the place at mile 17 on Day 1 where she centrally located studio in Fanwood. studio in Fanwood houses a com- broadcast material have forced the able,” she said. “It was something made T-shirts that bore the names of puter linked to three videocassette very important in my life. I’d like to twisted her knee or the cheering TV-35 programs range from station managers, both of whom are all the friends and supporters whose monthly regular meetings of the recorders which run programs on a do it again, but the first time could welcome from fellow walkers as she donations made it possible for them retired, to reduce the amount of pro- entered the campsite at each day’s Fanwood Borough Council, to cov- pre-set schedule. Also stored there gramming. Mr. Nagy noted that ev- never be duplicated.” to take part in the fundraiser. are a video library of past programs. Wanting to stay connected to the end or rising each day at 4 a.m. to erage of festivals like Fanny Wood ery minute of air time reflects 30 Walkers must generate $1,800 in Day and cultural arts events, to fare The channel is provided to the mu- 3-Day, but not quite ready to log packup, have breakfast and hit the contributions to participate in the 3- minutes of production time, includ- road and the “sweeper bus.” such as “FYI Fanwood,” an inter- nicipality through Comcast ing research, labor and editing. another 60 miles, Ms. Cassidy is Day. Cablevision’s local cable system. registered as a volunteer for the 2000 “It actually had brooms attached,” view show featuring the Mayor and While committed as ever to main- Today in Westfield, first-time 3- various guests. Mr. Weiss, whose background in- event which will take place October said Ms. Cassidy of the bus, which Day registrants Ms. Black, Wellness taining the programming standards was always available to pick up walk- Channel 35 also serves as a win- cludes newspapers and graphic arts, for which TV-35 has long been 13-15. Director at the Westfield Y, and Bar- regularly logs more than 30 hours a She could not say enough about ers who felt they could not continue dow into the past, with features like known, Mr. Weiss said he and his to the next stop. “If you really felt bara Karp, a Y member and self- “Fallen Flags,” spotlighting the his- week with TV-35. He has been affec- fellow station manager are “just not how well-organized and how warm tionately nicknamed the borough’s the reception was from well-wishers you couldn’t make it, the bus would employed businesswoman, are tak- tory of the Central Railroad in Union producing (the quantity) we have drive you to the next point. A lot of ing cues from people like Ms. County, and “Songs of The Revolu- own Cecil B. DeMille. been producing,” in the past. in the many towns the 2,000 walkers Besides doing most of the camera passed through on their journey last people were picked up for dehydra- Cassidy, who have already walked tion & Civil War.” He told The Times that although he the walk. Additional offerings include pro- work and all of the editing, he selects and his partner would welcome vol- INDEX They are testing different kinds of grams like “COP TV,” a public edu- all of the background music for the unteers of any age, he envisions the A&E...... Page 20 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 11 cation series dealing with home se- station’s programs. socks, breaking in walking shoes and ideal candidate as a senior citizen Classifieds..... Page 19 Obituary ...... Page 10 Social ...... Page 6 curity, school bus safety and similar Equally dedicated is Mr. Nagy, living locally who would be avail- County ...... Page 2 Sports ...... Page 13 CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 topics, which is produced by Ser- who conducts on-camera interviews, CONTINUED ON PAGE 12 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 12 Thursday, April 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION NJ Transit’s Crossway Bridge Project Nears Completion; Road to Reopen in May By FRED ROSSI ing several blocks to the west in Specially Written for The Times Fanwood. WESTFIELD -- It could be just a The importance of having as matter of weeks before area motor- many north-south thoroughfares ists and pedestrians can again use open as possible was underscored Crossway Place in Westfield to last week when the Scotch Plains travel between North and South Township Council said the planned Avenues. refurbishment of the Hetfield Av- The roadway, which runs under enue bridge would not begin until New Jersey Transit’s Raritan Val- Crossway Place was reopened to ley rail line near the border of traffic. Scotch Plains, has been closed to While the Crossway Place will traffic for about eight months while be reopened to traffic in mid-May, a new railroad bridge was being Mr. Marsh pointed out that the road constructed. surface itself will need to be com- New Jersey Transit paid for the pletely repaved by the town. $1.4 million bridge construction He expects bids for that purpose project. The previous steel struc- to be advertised next month, with a ture was replaced with one made of contract awarded and work getting concrete. under way in June. In the interim, The previous bridge was built in he told The Leader, the road’s sur- 1915. It predates New Jersey Tran- face will be temporarily resurfaced. sit and may have been built before Central Railroad of New Jersey David B. Corbin for The Times BRIDGING THE GAPS…Motorists and pedestrians may be able to use Cross- operated the railway that previ- way Place in Westfield to travel between North and South Avenues within a ously ran on the Raritan Valley matter of weeks. The roadway, which runs under NJ Transit’s Raritan Valley Railroad Historian track. rail line near the border of Scotch Plains, has been closed to traffic for about Kenneth Marsh, Westfield Town eight months while a new railroad bridge was being constructed. To Speak Tuesday Engineer, said he has been told At Township Library New Jersey Transit will be finished is funding, will have two lanes in that will allow pedestrians to cross with its bridge work by May 17, each direction. safely under the bridge. SCOTCH PLAINS — Larry some four months behind sched- Prior to the renovation, driving He added that the northern sec- De Young of Flemington, a ule. underneath the bridge could be a tion of Crossway Place will be railroad historian and author, Once the bridge is completed, somewhat harrowing experience on reconfigured slightly so that, at the will present “Conrail: An Insider’s View” on Tuesday, Cheri Rogowsky for The Times the roadway underneath will be the narrow two-lane roadway. intersection with North Avenue, it OOH, THERE’S ONE!…Sam BeBout of Fanwood spotted enough eggs during reopened, making it much easier Often times, a motorist would lines up more evenly with May 2, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Saturday’s Easter egg hunt to fill his basket to the brim. for both auto and foot traffic under have to wait for a car traveling in Edgewood Avenue on the far side the Scotch Plains Public Li- the new structure, according to Mr. the opposite direction to pass un- of North Avenue. brary, located at 1927 Bartle Marsh. der the bridge before proceeding. The town will purchase a small Avenue in Scotch Plains. Fanwood’s Pocket Park He told The Westfield Leader that In addition, Mr. Marsh said, there parcel of land from the American The program, which high- the new roadway, which the town will be a six-foot wide sidewalk Legion Hall on North Avenue to lights the first volume of a allow for the roadway’s slight bend new series on Conrail, is Begins Taking Shape on Lot to the west. sponsored by The Big Little Correction The reopening of Crossway Place Railroad Shop of Somerville. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Mr. De Young has written mittee Chairman Stuart S. Kline, Councilwoman Schurtz antici- A quote from Patricia Knodel, who ran for a seat on the will undoubtedly ease traffic con- six books on the Erie and Borough Engineer Richard pated that the park could be en- Mountainside school board, in a story that appeared in the April 20 gestion in the area, given the al- Erie-Lackawanna railroads. Marsden, Department of Public hanced even further with additional edition of The Westfield Leader should have read: “I knew from the ready-limited north-south routes All of his books will be avail- Works Director Raymond Manfra plantings or other features as time outset I would not win because I understand the political math,” between Westfield and Fanwood. able for purchase and sign- and Sergeant Howard Drewes of goes on, possibly through the ef- Mrs. Knodel said, referring to whenever two people team up Between Central Avenue in ing by the author. the Fanwood Police Department, a forts of civic groups or the Fanwood against one person it is almost impossible for the one person to win. Westfield and Terrill Road on the neighbor of the site. Community Foundation. Fanwood-Plainfield border, the Anyone who has previously So far, perimeter fencing has been “It’ll be a work of art, a work in only ways to travel over the Raritan bought any of his volumes is installed at the park, as well as a progress, depending on what re- Valley rail line are the Westfield invited to bring them to the drainage system to accommodate sources we have” she remarked. Volunteers Defy Poor Weather For traffic circle, the Tuttle Parkway presentation for an autograph. the newly-developed lot and pre- bridge one-quarter mile to the west, For further information, vent flooding on Watson Road. Crossway Place, the Hetfield Av- please call The Big Little Planting of Wildflower Seeds Railroad Shop at (908) 429- The property has also been lev- the Fanwood Environmental Com- enue bridge on the Scotch Plains- eled and cleared of dead trees, and Channel 35 FANWOOD — A group of 25 Fanwood border, Martine Avenue 0220. area residents braved the inclem- mission and its Chairman, Dean one corner has been shored up to Talcott. in Fanwood and Sheelen’s Cross- achieve the correct grade. In addi- Volunteers ent weather to plant wildflower tion, the parking lot area has been seeds April 15 on the PSE&G over- CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 established and initial blacktop cov- head power line property, located able to learn the necessary skills adjacent to the Fanwood Nature ering has been laid down, she said. and be able to make a sufficient time Still to come is the installation of Center on Cray Terrace. commitment. Many participants were from the the lighting fixtures and pavers, “It’s not something you can just which will match those at the foot walk into,” he remarked. Environmental Club at Park Middle of the Millennium Clock located at Mr. Weiss revealed the “main in- School in Scotch Plains. the entrance to the Fanwood train gredient” for a successful volunteer At the request of the Borough of station at South and Martine Av- with TV-35 is “a commitment to Fanwood, Union County’s Depart- enues. learn what has to be done,” includ- ment of Parks and Recreation as- A sprinkler system and some un- ing becoming familiar with the vari- sisted with the project and pre- ous types of equipment used. The derground electrical work are also pared the ground by spraying an number of hours involved, he said, herbicide to kill weeds and by till- still pending, officials confirmed “would depend on the individual.” during the Borough Council’s regu- ing. Participants could be responsible The herbicide and wildflower lar meeting of April 13. for lighting or camera setup, editing, posting announcements or computer seed were purchased at a substan- work. There may also be opportuni- tially reduced price from Parker Plainfield Man ties for volunteers to conduct on- Greenhouses on Terrill Road in camera interviews or produce their Scotch Plains. Charged With own projects, Mr. Nagy said. Blooming is expected to begin in Although a background in televi- May and will last until fall. Mem- Eatery Break-ins sion production or broadcasting is bers of the community are invited SCOTCH PLAINS – A Plainfield not required for prospective volun- to visit the Nature Center and view man was charged by three munici- teers, Mr. Nagy said a basic famil- the flowers, but are asked not to palities, including Scotch Plains, iarity with computers or a camcorder pick them. would be a plus. Mountainside and Bridgewater, in Individuals are advised to travel In addition to others who have connection with several recent res- one block south on Terrill Road taurant burglaries. contributed their time and talents to from LaGrande Avenue, turn left Muhsin R. Muwwakkil, 50, was TV-35 over the years, Mr. Nagy BACK TO NATURE…Pictured are most of the 25 hearty volunteers who turned out April 15 to plant wildflower seeds being held in the Union County Jail acknowledged the efforts of Charlie onto Cray Terrace and park in the on the PSE&G Company overhead power line property, located next to the Fanwood Nature Center on Cray Terrace. in connection with a March break-in Cooper, another Fanwood resident. street at the overhead power lines, A large portion of the group was from the Environmental Club at Park Middle School in Scotch Plains. The Union County at April’s Restaurant in Scotch Plains Always willing to share his “ex- then walk up the gravel drive. Department of Parks and Recreation prepared the area by tilling the soil and spraying an herbicide, while Parker and an April break-in at the Spanish ceptional computer and technical This project was organized by Greenhouses of Scotch Plains provided the herbicide and wildflower seed at a substantially reduced cost. The Fanwood Tavern in Mountainside, Scotch knowledge,” Mr. Cooper was de- Environmental Commission and its Chairman, Dean Talcott, organized the endeavor. Plains Police Chief Thomas F. scribed by Mr. Nagy as “a key per- O’Brien said. son” in the TV-35 operation, particu- He was also charged by larly during technical emergencies. Bridgewater police in connection “A certain enjoyment” comes Local Residents Make Selfless Commitment with a burglary of a restaurant there, from showcasing the borough the chief said. through the TV-35 lens, explained Chief O’Brien stated that he had Mr. Weiss. “There’s a sense of satis- heard Mountainside police arrested faction when you produce some- To Participate in Avon Breast Cancer Walk Muwwakkil inside the Spanish Tav- thing that’s good.” CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 “It’s local and its personal and ern and that the Bridgewater police Ms. Karp’s husband, she said, blister upon blister by Sunday.” were looking into a possible connec- people can identify,” concurred Mr. following the prescribed training law died of breast cancer, and she Nagy. “If you do something and it’s to build up their endurance for the has a number of friends who have has become a “little coach.” As one As a special treat, Ms. Cassidy tion to a restaurant burglary there. and Olga’s husbands welcomed their The chief notified Scotch Plains de- worthwhile, they (the audience) arduous 3-Day. They are also col- been treated for it. who has trained for marathon run- tectives and after several days of know and they recognize you.” lecting pledges. She agreed, “It is almost like an ning, he has lots of tips. wives back with a ride home in a questioning were able to charge During her own appeal on behalf Ms. Black has actually reached epidemic.” Up to now, she has walked hired white stretch limousine, which Muwwakkil in connection with the of TV-35 at the April 13 regular the $1,800 minimum. Collections “I just thought it was a fabulous quickly, for aerobic exercise. Pre- was secretly parked a few blocks April’s Restaurant burglary. meeting of the governing body, Coun- are going a little slower for Ms. cause and a great challenge,” added paring for the 3-Day, she has had to from Central Park where the 3-Day cilwoman Katherine Mitchell urged Karp, but she is not worried. “I Ms. Karp. Of the women at the Y slow down her pace. According to closing ceremonies were held. There residents to volunteer with the cable have a summer group (of friends) she knows who have endured breast the organizers, the walkers’ pace was wine on ice, flowers. “A really Rotary Club to Honor channel. to tap into,” she said with a smile. cancer, she said, “I saw the suffer- should be about 3.2 miles per hour. nice ending,” said Ms. Cassidy. “They bring you virtually every- When asked why she decided to ing. Part of you wants to take it on.” Finding the time to train takes Before entering Central Park, all Fred Chemidlin thing you see in town,” she ob- some doing. “I find it a time-con- the walkers were presented with served. “It’s a valuable asset to register for the 3-Day, Ms. Black As part of their training, both SCOTCH PLAINS —The said, “There’s so much more can- women have opted to walk more suming thing to take a chunk out of new shirts. The majority wore blue, Fanwood and we can’t afford to be but there were hundreds who wore Fanwood-Scotch Plains Rotary without it.” cer around us. More and more and drive less. “I’m walking places the day,” said Ms. Black. Flex hours Club is holding its annual Vol- Anyone interested in volunteer- people are affected. We see so many instead of driving,” said Ms. Black, at the Y allow her to take a two- pink to signify they were breast unteer Recognition Dinner. ing with TV-35 may call either Mr. women at the Y who come here to who recently chose to hike three hour lunch break on occasion, cancer survivors or were currently The honoree this year is Fred Weiss at (908) 889-1752 or Mr. Nagy take care of themselves after the miles into Cranford to a photo shop which she uses to go walking. undergoing treatment. Chemidlin of Family Investors at (908) 889-7646. diagnosis.” Ms. Black’s mother-in- rather than hop in her car. Confident they will be prepared “We never knew during the walk. in Fanwood. He has been an “If you have a mission, a pur- to make the walk, both Ms. Black A lot were still going through che- active volunteer in the com- pose, that makes it easier,” ex- and Ms. Karp have their concerns motherapy and they walked. They munity for the past 40 years. plained Ms. Karp, who clocked about what the adventure will be still walked,” repeated Ms. Cassidy, even now awed by their courage. The dinner will be held on eight miles last weekend. She like. “You will hear me whining if There are 4,200 walkers regis- Wednesday, May 3, at 6:30 started with a few turns around it’s really bad weather,” said Ms. tered for the October 3-Day. For p.m. at the Westwood in Tamaques Park, then headed out on Karp, who admitted she is “obsess- ing” about blisters. Ms. Black, Ms. Karp, Ms. Sroka Garwood. Jim Hely her errands for the day. Ms. Cassidy knows about those and Ms. Simon, as for Dianna, Olga Friends and members of the They are enjoying the support of only too well. Having developed and Jennifer, every mile will be community are invited to at- their husbands as they prepare for the 3-Day. Ms. Black’s husband none during her months of train- remembered, and every step will tend. For reservations, please ing, she acquired her first blister make a positive difference in the call Rotary President Andy See us in the Bell Atlantic Yellow Pages. has signed up to “crew” the walk, Only 1 of 40 lawyers is a which requires approximately 15- just three hours into Day One. “In lives of countless individuals. Calamaras at (908) 322-2535. Supreme Court Certified Trial Lawyer. 20 hours’ worth of training ses- your fanny pack, make room for As one well-wisher shouted dur- INJURY CASES (908) 789-9000 sions. blister care,” she urged. “It was ing last year’s walk, “You go, girls.” CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 2 Thursday, April 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION County Offers $3 Million in Grants for Towns To Create, Rehabilitate Senior Citizen Centers By PAUL J. PEYTON grants cannot be used for operating provements at Runnells Specialized ceived a packet of information from Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times expenses. Hospital, the county’s long-term care the county last week. ELIZABETH — Westfield and Towns with 9,000 seniors or more facility. He indicated that while the town- Scotch Plains can each apply for can apply for funding of $250,000; In addition to Senior Focus, the ship does not currently have a senior $150,000 grants from Union County towns with 3,000-8,999 seniors are county has also budgeted this year center, most of the senior citizen to develop senior citizen centers in eligible for $150,000; and $100,000 for Seniors in Motion, a program clubs in town meet at the township- their communities. Both Fanwood for municipalities with a senior popu- which will provide vehicles to towns owned Scotch Hills Country Club. and Mountainside can apply for lation of 2,999 or under. to expand transportation services for He said he has asked various mu- $100,000 grants. Currently, there are 17 municipal seniors, and Senior Scholars, a pro- nicipal department heads to look over The grants, named Senior Focus, senior citizen centers in the county. gram aimed at enabling seniors to the information and see if there is a will provide up to $3 million in funds These centers provide everything take courses at Union County Col- project that would fit the criteria of to municipalities to develop senior from health services, nutrition pro- lege. the Senior Focus grant. citizen centers or improve existing grams and hot meals, recreation and Westfield Third Ward Councilman “So there are a couple angles we facilities. Funds can be used for reno- social programs. Neil F. Sullivan, who serves as liai- can look at,” he said. vations and improvements including From 1980 through 1988, the num- son to the Westfield Senior Citizen Freeholder Lewis Mingo, Senior furniture, fixtures and accessories Photo Courtesy of the Westfield Chamber of Commerce ber of senior citizens in Union County Housing Corporation, noted that a Citizen Liaison on the board, said, MANY YEARS...Darryl Walker, Westfield Chamber of Commerce Chairman, for existing centers. grew from 65,000 to 74,000, an in- survey by United Fund of Westfield the freeholders are “not going to left, and Westfield Third Ward Councilman Neil F. Sullivan, right, present a The grants can also be used for crease of 14.7 percent of the total determined that transportation was force the issue on towns” but rather Proclamation from the Town of Westfield to Ric Miller, owner of the former The land acquisition, site preparation and population, according to statistics the top priority among seniors in have created an incentive for towns Music Staff store, for his 32 years of service to the Westfield community. construction of new facilities. The released by the county. town. to improve existing centers or build One out of every five county resi- While Westfield does not have a new ones. dents is 60 or over. Westfield has the designated senior center, non-profit Mr. Mingo said each year the free- Frank Geiger and MaryBeth Schaumberg fifth largest senior population in the groups and local ministries offer pro- holders pick a line item in their bud- county with 5,461. Scotch Plains is grams for seniors. He questioned get that will be used for projects at 10th with 4,139 and Fanwood is 19th whether the local Y might be inter- the municipal level. The past few Declared Winners in Mountainside Race with 1,231 seniors. ested in establishing a senior citizen years funds have been used to create Elizabeth, 17,926, and Union, center through use of the county new parks and rehabilitate existing By KIM KINTER cause the person typing in the name Schaumberg, 753. The totals for the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times 13,776, have the highest senior popu- grant. Local churches also offer se- ones, for downtown improvements had not used MaryBeth school budget also changed under MOUNTAINSIDE - Frank Geiger lations in the county. nior programs. and to help support college tuition Schaumberg’s full name or had only the certification, with 856 voting for Officials said that the county’s A county spokesman said the grant for Union County College students. and MaryBeth Schaumberg were the used a first initial with the last name. the budget and 315 opposing it. winners in the race for Mountainside toll-free information line for seniors, must be for a municipal project. Funds Many of the projects were funded Even if it was clear to the clerk’s The election became controver- (888) 280-8226, logged more than can, however, be designated by a through the issuing of bonds. Board of Education, the Union office that they were indicating a sial in the borough because of the 27,000 calls last year. The county- municipality for a center to be oper- Mr. Mingo said he would like to County Clerk’s office declared on vote for Mrs. Schaumberg, the first last-minute filing for candidacy by funded Meals on Wheels program ated by a non-profit organization. see the county provide a program Monday. and last names needed to be typed former board member Mrs. Knodel, served 220,000 meals last year at 26 The county spokesman noted that similar to Senior Focus to offer more Initially on the night of April 18, out, the spokesman said. following incumbent Linda sites. In addition, the Paratransit officials did not want towns compet- programs for the county’s teenage Mrs. Schaumberg and Mr. Geiger Misspellings, however, were al- Esemplare’s unexpected decision not system made over 170,000 round ing with non-profits for the grant population in future years. were seen as the clear winners, with lowed, the spokesman said, if it was to run. trips for more than 5,000 people in money. The county has set a deadline of Mr. Geiger getting 906 votes, Mrs. clear the voters were trying to spell In response, Mrs. Schaumberg 1999. Scotch Plains Township Adminis- Friday, May 5, for the return of Se- Schaumberg, 813 and Patricia Mrs. Schaumberg’s name. joined the race as a write-in candi- The board also invested in im- trator Thomas E. Atkins said he re- nior Focus grant applications. Knodel, another contender, 396, ac- She said final certified results date. Mr. Geiger, an incumbent, also cording to unofficial totals from showed that Mr. Geiger received 931 ran for one for the two available Mountainside Borough Clerk Judith votes, Mrs. Knodel, 419, and Mrs. seats. Westfield’s Prosecutor Resigning Position E. Osty. Wednesday morning, however, the clerk said she had more time to re- Union County Board of Election Seeks As He Plans Run for Seat on Town Council view the votes and noticed that more By PAUL J. PEYTON am pursuing this new endeavor.” plea bargain cases. Municipal Court Residents to Serve as Poll Workers Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times than half the write-in votes for Mrs. Prior to serving in the Westfield cases have involved everything from Schaumberg, who was running as a ELIZABETH — The Union County Board of Elections is seeking WESTFIELD — In order to avoid posts, he was a Municipal Prosecutor domestic disputes, drunk driving and write-in candidate, were written on a county residents interested in serving as poll workers for the upcoming any perception of a conflict of interest, in Roselle Park in 1990. He served as narcotic cases. primary and general elections. “line” opposing Mr. Geiger. She be- Westfield Municipal Prosecutor Rafael Assistant Prosecutor for the County Mr. Betancourt said Westfield is Patricia A. Formato, Election Board Administrator, noted that a heavy came uncertain how many votes to J. Betancourt has announced his resig- of Union from 1987-1988 and prior known to have one of the most effi- voter turnout is expected since this is a federal election year. There are give to which candidate and turned nation effective June 6 in order to to that was an a FBI agent from 1983- cient municipal courts in the state. primary races in both the Republican and Democratic primaries for the the voting results over to the Union pursue a seat on the Town Council. 1988. “It’s been a real pleasure to work County Clerk’s office for certifica- United States Senate and Congress from the Seventh District. Prosecutor for the past eight years Ms. Formato said the board plans to add a second voting machine to any Mr. Betancourt noted that he has in the Westfield court,” he said. tion. and Public Defender in 1991 and been involved in the community over He has served before a number of A spokesman from the Union voting district where 1,000 or more voters are expected. 1992, Mr. Betancourt has been cho- Prospective workers must be Union County residents and registered the years, including serving in the judges sitting on the Westfield bench County Clerk’s office said the votes sen by the Westfield Republican capacities of President and Treasurer including former Judges Edward were certified on Monday and that it voters and have not previously contacted the Board of Elections about a Committee as its candidate for the poll worker position. of the Nomahegan Swim Club. Hobbie, Marion Mognielnicki and was very clear to the county clerk’s second ward seat long held be Re- Originally from San Juan, Puerto current Judge William L. Brennan. office that most of the write-in votes Workers receive $100 for the day which begins at 6:15 a.m., 45 minutes publican James J. Gruba. before polls open. Polls will be open from 7 a.m.-8 p.m. All workers must Rico, Mr. Betancourt has resided in He said Westfield, which now holds were done correctly. The spokesman Mr. Betancourt, a partner in the take a training session to familiarize themselves with the voting machines Westfield for 15 years. He is a gradu- both day and night court, has a full added that the clerk’s office was un- Cranford law form of Pisano, Triarsi and their duties as poll workers. ate of Tulane University in New Or- docket of cases each session. sure what Ms. Osty was questioning. & Betancourt, said while there are Interested persons are asked to call the Union County Board of Elections leans. He received his law degree Mr. Betancourt’s resignation will new statues preventing him from The spokesman did say that some at (908) 527-4237. from the University of Puerto Rico. become effective the day he offi- write-in votes were not allowed be- continuing as prosecutor, “I just think As a prosecutor, he has had to cially becomes his party’s nominee that is something I shouldn’t do if I make decisions on whether to try or for the second ward Town Council seat. He is unchallenged in the June 6 GOP Primary. New! He will face local attorney Will- We Won’t Be Undersold iam Ziff in the November General Westfield’s Live Downtown Web-Cam Election. The post of municipal prosecutor, Mattress Sale www.goleader.com/webcam a part-time salaried position, pays just under $22,000 annually. 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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 4 Thursday, April 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION "COMMENTING ON UNION COUNTY" The Westfield Leader THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Freeholders’ Investment in Education — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood Touches All Union County Residents and the County of Union and the Township of Scotch Plains By DANIEL P. SULLIVAN Member of: Member of: Chairman – Union County Board of Freeholders New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association PEDIGREE Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association Over the past three years the Union in their schools or through field trips Helen Keller (1880-1968), in her Periodicals – Postage Paid at Westfield, New Jersey Periodicals – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jersey County Board of Chosen Freehold- to the museum. autobiography entitled “The Story P.O. Box 250 • 50 Elm Street P. O. Box 368 • 1906 Bartle Avenue ers has changed the relationship be- Of course, education continues af- Westfield, N.J. 07091 Scotch Plains, N.J. 07076 tween schools and county govern- ter students graduate from school. of My Life,” said, “There is no king ment. No county government in the Higher education and advanced who has not had a slave among his Tele: (908) 232-4407 • E-mail: [email protected] • Web: www.goleader.com • Fax: (908) 232-0473 last 10 years has done more to invest training are more important now than ancestors, and no slave who has not POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the offices of the newspapers at in schools and educational opportu- at any time in this nation’s history, as had a king among his.” So much for P. O. Box 250, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 nities for residents of all ages. employers look for degrees or qualifi- human pedigrees. In part, this is because of our rec- cations for even entry-level positions. The word pedigree started out, as PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY BY WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. ognition that education has a wide- That’s why this board developed the have so many other words, as a meta- Michelle H. LePoidevin Horace R. Corbin Joanna B. Marsh ranging impact far outside the Freeholder Scholars program. phorical phrase that over time was A&E and EDUCATION PUBLISHER MARKETING schools. High educational standards, Freeholder Scholarships pay full tu- combined into a single word. The Suzette F. Stalker Gail S. Corbin David B. Corbin opportunities for higher education ition for any eligible county resident origin of pedigree was the French COMMUNITY GENERAL MANAGER SPORTS and good schools result in higher who is attending Union County Col- phrase, pied de grue, literally mean- Paul J. Peyton Karen M. Hinds Kim Kinter property values, a better quality of lege and earning a B-average or better. ing “the foot of the crane.” life and better opportunities for our Families earning $75,000 a year or less BUSINESS and GOVERNMENT OFFICE MANAGER NEWS & EDITORIAL What connection does ancestry residents. They also pay off in eco- are eligible for this program. SUBSCRIPTION PRICE have with the foot of a crane? Well, nomic development, as businesses With the cost of higher education it was customary for the French to One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 look for a highly trained, highly edu- going up every year, this program has cated workforce. been a great benefit to working class use a three-line graph on old docu- In 1998, when I was sworn in as families and individuals who want to ments that recorded family ancestry. chairman, I announced this Free- improve their earnings potential. This type of graph resembled the SPF Schools, Public Must Remain Vigilant holder Board’s first education initia- Many of our Freeholder Scholars will three-toed foot of the winged crane. tive, Access 2000. Through this pro- graduate from Union County College While pedigree was originally de- gram, the Freeholder Board would and continue their education at a four- fined as a “record of ancestry,” it has About Recently Passed Educational Plans ensure that by the end of the year year college or university. become more specialized to mean “a Voters who participated in the recent school board/ With a new budget approved, the pressure is on 2000, every pupil in Union County’s Since learning is a lifelong pro- recorded line of descent, especially 23 school districts had access to a cess, the Freeholder Board is also of a purebred animal.” budget election in the communities of Scotch Plains school officials to secure public approval of specific computer in their school and high- extending its focus on education to and Fanwood deserve a pat on the back. As for the plans to meet the myriad considerations that accom- speed Internet access, and that teach- this county’s senior citizens this year non-participants...where were you? These are your pany the planned movement of the fifth grade into the ers were trained to integrate technol- through the Senior Scholars program. Letters to tax dollars at work. Why not have a say as to how middle schools come September 2002, and the dis- ogy into their classrooms. The Freeholder Board will pay the the Editor they’re used? trict wide renovation program that is slated to go This program has touched the lives tuition for eligible seniors to attend of all 77,000 students in this county’s classes at Union County College. As Amazingly enough, the local 20 percent turnout along with it. school districts. Union County made one in five county residents is over BOE Board Member well surpassed the 12.5 percent average experienced Last week’s election results signaled a willingness more than $3 million in grants to the age of 60, and as the baby boom by school districts across the State of New Jersey. to follow the lead of the administration and board — districts, which used the funding for generation prepares to enter senior Thanks Citizens new computers and software, com- citizen status, the Freeholder Board I would like to thank the citizens of In approving the 2000-01 school budget, citizens despite some outcry from a disgruntled segment of Westfield for their vote of confidence. It who cared enough to cast a vote differentiated be- the population. We feel strongly, however, that the puter networks to share resources bet- sees educational opportunity as an ter, Internet access and technology important part of ensuring a high has been an honor to serve the people of tween the fact and fiction that circulated about the community as a whole has a responsibility to follow training for teachers. We also formed quality of life for older persons. Westfield, and I look forward to my new spending plan in the weeks prior to the vote — and that lead with vigilance. a partnership with a local business to Our investment in education has term on the Board of Education. responded accordingly. In keeping with the spirit of cooperation demon- wire 11 of our largest districts for been a top priority for the Union As I stated during the campaign, the high-speed Internet access. County Board of Chosen Freehold- quality of public education in Westfield They demonstrated the power of parents and in- strated at the polls, we expect school officials to is a crucial ingredient in maintaining the formed citizens to make a positive difference in the disseminate comprehensive information to the pub- In addition, the county made ers because it will pay off with a $200,000 in individual classroom better quality of life and better op- vitality and well being of our town. Our future of our educational system. They demonstrated lic — to parents as well as the community at large. To grants to schools. Teachers applied portunities for residents of all ages. increasing enrollment demonstrates the a willingness to shoulder an even heavier tax burden answer questions. To consider concerns. directly to the county for these grants, importance of education in Westfield. * * * * * Academic excellence must be our first to strengthen our public schools. (That willingness, In the same way, we expect the public to reflect on and were encouraged to work with Daniel P. Sullivan is the Chairman of other classrooms. Innovative projects the Union County Board of Chosen Free- priority, and I am committed to that however, does not excuse the state from its respon- the information available to them. To make com- goal. sibility to more adequately fund public education, ments and pose questions on educational issues as that brought technology directly to holders. children were particularly encouraged. To everyone in Westfield, thank you but that’s an editorial for another time.) they arise. To get involved wherever possible. To cast This program was a great success Letters to and God Bless. This mandate from the electorate challenges school educated votes when opportunities present them- and is well on its way toward meet- Carol Molnar administrators and the Board of Education to justify selves. ing its goals by the end of this year. the Editor Westfield BOE Member the vote of confidence placed in their vision and The quality of our school system says much about Teachers have responded enthusias- plans for enriching the educational opportunities the quality of life in our community. Approval of the tically to this program, as well. This year, the Freeholder Board Reelected BOE Member Anne Riegel afforded the children of Scotch Plains and Fanwood. budget and accompanying second questions demon- developed the Newark Museum Con- It’s a weighty challenge — one that will grow strates commitment to enhancing both in Scotch nection. Thanks Public For Election Support heavier as district officials proceed with the task of Plains and Fanwood. To those who took the time to Through this program, the collec- I’d like to thank the voters in Westfield ceived much feedback from the commu- crafting a facilities bond referendum. get to the polls, well done. tions and resources of the state’s for their support in last week’s Board of nity about issues facing the district. I premier teaching museum will be Education election. I feel very lucky to encourage the community to continue available for this county’s students. live in a community like Westfield that this communication, especially as we Classrooms will be able to take places such a high priority on education. move forward in addressing the enroll- Letters to the Editor advantage of the museum’s resources I’m pleased to have the opportunity to ment increases at the high school. continue serving our community and our Again, I thank and appreciate the sup- children as a member of such an impor- port of the community in this election. tant organization. My congratulations to all of the candi- Longtime Downtown Businessman Resident Calls for Construction I’m also thrilled with the community’s dates, who’ve shown their willingness overwhelming support of the school bud- and dedication to work on behalf of our Offers Ideas About Parking Deck Of Smaller Parking Structures get, which again demonstrates the town’s children and community. strong commitment to education. Over the past several years, I have best for Westfield. I believe the parking Why are issues important to our whole one monster deck alongside the south Anne Riegel paid close attention to Westfield’s down- problem is a problem that involves every During my term as a board member Westfield BOE Member town turned into the north side versus side train station, security would be a and throughout the campaign, I’ve re- town parking issue. Having been a busi- Westfield resident. the south side? This is tiresome and grave concern. nessman in Westfield for over 40 years, The recent revitalization of our down- downright childish. The choice of loca- A large enclosed structure alongside I feel that I have the experience and town could be jeopardized because of tion of the parking deck (or decks) should the heavily traveled Raritan Valley line understanding of the problem. our parking shortage and that will affect be made by a committee representing would leave our town very much ex- Thanks Extended for Participation I believe that two additional parking the entire town. To make up for the loss both sides of the train tracks, not by an posed to a variety of security issues. And facilities are needed to accommodate of the fields at Elm Street, two fields elite few from the north side of town, and besides, how do our town representa- In Recent Scholarship Fund Drive the parking shortage. The small deck could be added to a small section of certainly not by some outside consult- tives — who squabble over the type of that is proposed for South Avenue would Brightwood Park. The 33rd annual Dollars For Students continue their education. If you were not ant. signage permitted in town – justify build- Drive was conducted over the weekend at home when our students stopped by, help alleviate some of the commuters’ Each resident should be prepared to Several smaller structures located ing a large cement monstrosity at the nightmares they are presently experi- use all the assets of this town to solve of April 15 and 16 by the Scotch Plains- or if you did not receive a request through behind the facades of existing buildings south side train station? Is Manhattan- Fanwood Scholarship Foundation. We the mail but would like to support our encing. The design is such that it would this problem. Whatever solution we ar- in town are optimal. (The Trader Joe’s direct services their real agenda? affect only a small section of the South rive at will never please 100 percent of would like to express our appreciation to efforts, please send your contribution in lot seems to be most popular, and an- A deck at the south side train station the local students who participated in care of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Schol- Avenue parking lot and would not ob- the community. However, each affected other location I haven’t seen mentioned lot would spend our tax dollars on NJ struct the historical train station build- area must be willing to bend for the our drive and to the generous citizens of arship Foundation, P.O. Box 123, is the lot behind Starbuck’s and the Transit commuters – many from outside Fanwood and Scotch Plains who made Fanwood, 07023. ing. benefit of the overall community. Rialto Theater.) of our community – by giving them I further believe that the design of the their efforts a successful venture. Ellie Kramps Norman Greco Several small decks in town would convenient parking. But would this solve The money collected will be presented deck can be tastefully executed and would Westfield not create a security issue. But if we had the parking problem on the north side of President, Scotch Plains-Fanwood not adversely impact the neighborhood. as scholarships to graduating high school Scholarship Foundation town? Since people like to park within students at the annual awards night at I do not agree with placing retail stores 700 feet of their destination, the major- on the ground floor of this facility. Pres- Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School on Support for Deck Could Change ity of town merchants, their employees, May 18 and to college students on June ently, there is limited on-street parking and shoppers are not going to use a New BOE Member spaces for the existing South Avenue 9 at our awards reception to be held at parking deck located on the opposite All Saints Episcopal Church. retail stores. Increasing the amount of Westfield Into Mall, Reader Says side of town. Thanks Public for Votes retail stores would only create addi- This year marks the 34th anniversary I would like to thank the voters of Westfield had a viable downtown area dollars? Parking decks aren’t going to gener- of the founding of the Scotch Plains- tional short-term parking problems for filled with dozens of small service busi- Do we want to increase our long term ate more traffic. A deck at the Trader Westfield for electing me to the Board of this area. Fanwood Scholarship Foundation. For Education and for passing the school nesses catering to the needs of Westfield service budgets and overall residential Joe’s lot would probably ameliorate traf- 33 consecutive years, the foundation When discussing a deck for shoppers, residents. Commercial real estate groups real estate taxes to provide for additional fic flow on both Elmer and Prospect budget last Tuesday. it appears that the only consideration is through its volunteer Board of Directors I would also like to thank my cam- are working hard to change the character fire, police, on other related municipal Streets, because our favorite “cut- has been able to assist local students Prospect Street Lot No. 1. The down- of downtown Westfield so that they can services necessary to support the through” between the two streets would paign manager, Trudy Silverman, my town business district is a fairly small with 1,038 scholarships with a total value treasurer, Linda Heroux, and all the generate higher revenues per square foot Westfield Mall? be eliminated. And if all of the separate of $791,370. This year we have received area in which to maneuver. Adding a for commercial space. It is in their finan- High profile retailers have replaced parking lots behind Starbuck’s/Rialto people who gave coffees and wrote let- deck with the additional capacity of 300 90 applications for assistance, with 33 ters of support for me. And, of course, I cial interest to discourage small service service businesses because they like our Theater were amalgamated into one park- submitted by college students. cars, 150 feet from Broad Street will businesses, attract trendy mall type chain affluent community and the small town ing structure with the entrance/exit onto would like to thank my family. My hus- only exasperate the already crowded We look forward to announcing our band Mark and my children, Christopher stores, significantly increase out-of-town feel of our downtown area. Now they Elmer Street, this would greatly help own Dollars for Students recipients as downtown. Some people have suggested automobile traffic, and to use residential want to change it in the name of growth with the confusion back there. and Amanda, lent both moral and physi- including Trader Joe’s building and its well as those students who will be re- cal support, and I am extremely grateful. real estate taxes to fund their commer- and they want the residents to pay for it! Further to that, if the small parking lot ceiving money from the 23 additional associated parking lot for additional cial estate capital and expense needs. Support for a huge parking garage is between Starbuck’s and The Baby’s At- I am very excited about serving on the space. The problems associated with funds which we maintain and the 20 board and promise to work very hard for They are succeeding. support for changing Westfield into an tic were made into a “pocket park” we pass-through funds, which we adminis- this decision are the following: It is These groups have been focusing on outdoor Short Hills Mall and adding would have not more cars crashing into the children of Westfield. If you wish to privately owned and must be purchased ter. This year we will be administering in contact me, please call me at (908) 232- where a huge, multi-story garage should significantly to our residential real es- Starbuck’s storefront window from Cen- excess of $85,000. at market value. The town loses a sizable be built. This is the wrong question. The tate taxes. It will mean that we will have tral Avenue! Imagine a bit of greenery 5104 or e-mail me at ratable. You’ve displaced three viable Our sincere thanks and appreciation [email protected]. real questions are: to travel to Cranford to get our shoes right in the center of our downtown area go out to all of our neighbors who so businesses along with its associated em- Do we want to drive small service repaired, hair cut and shirts laundered. If . . . wouldn’t that be nice. Once again, thank you. ployees. willingly continue to show the young businesses out of town? you don’t want this type of change, Our current parking problem has cre- Kimberly Rhodes My proposed solution for the shop- people of Scotch Plains and Fanwood Do we want to generate more out of please speak up now. ated a traffic problem. Those circling the that they value them and their effort to Westfield BOE Member pers’ parking problem is the Elm Street town traffic? block, and those who simply double- field. The area is large enough that ini- Brendan P. Culligan Do we want to fund commercial Westfield park because they cannot find a parking tially simply creating a ground level capital programs with residential tax space make the traffic in town a night- structure would be sufficient rather than mare. If only our parking problems would constructing a multi-million dollar deck. be realistically addressed, then perhaps There would be two means of egress - Town Resident Believes All Citizens people would enjoy visiting our quaint Orchard Street and Walnut Street. Des- little Colonial Town of Westfield. ignating this an employee parking lot would limit the additional traffic through Should be Included in Parking Talks Janna Sage Peterson the streets since the employees would be I am very upset with the way Mayor and discussed and the issue should then Westfield staying the majority of the day. Thomas Jardim and some members of be put to a town-wide vote. That is the Creating a facility somewhat removed, the Westfield Town Council are dealing only way the will of the majority of the however within walking distance, will with the parking garage issue. It seems townspeople will be met. accomplish two things. It will enable to me that they have already decided Maria Todaro Scotch Plains Resident employees of the stores who now park in what’s to be done and are now in the Westfield the short-term parking lots and feed the process of shoring up their position. Thanks Police Officer meters to have a lot specifically ear- Mayor Jardim sent out a letter to com- How To Reach Us marked for them. Thus, freeing up all of muters on the waiting list for a parking E-Mail - [email protected] And Good Samaritan the downtown parking for shoppers. spot requesting their attendance and their Phone - (908) 232-4407 The added bonus to the Elm Street input at the town meeting April 18. To the Good Samaritan (whose name Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 I do not know) who stopped his car and proposal is that the cost would be mini- Since all Westfield residents will be PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 mal and no one would be inconvenienced paying for and be affected by the con- came to my aid after I had a terrible fall In Person - 50 Elm St., Westfield on Central Avenue near East Broad Street while the facility is under construction. struction of a multi-level, multi-million 1906 Bartle Avenue, Scotch Plains Decking the Prospect Street lot would dollar parking garage, all residents should at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 6, my heartfelt “thank you.” remove the approximately 100 existing have received that letter or no one should Submittal Formats parking spaces during the time of con- have. The fair thing to do is to get an It is truly inspiring to experience the Photos - B/W and Color kindness and dedication of this Good struction - 12 to 15 months. accurate representation of the needs and No Panoramic or Polaroid wants of all residents — not the special Samaritan, as well as Officer Anthony Negative thinkers would throw up their Typed, not handwritten hands and say it can’t be done “because interests of a stacked audience. Vastano, who also came to my assis- the field belongs to the Board of Educa- There have been many excellent alter- Upper and lower case tance, and the Westfield Rescue Squad, tion.” The bottom line is that the natives proposed in lieu of building park- Need name & daytime phone who were both professional and reassur- Westfield resident is the taxpayer that ing decks which can only detract from ing. the beauty of this town. For our complete editorial policies funds the operation of this town. It is the request a copy of our Policy Guide Selma Farer taxpayer who should determine what’s These options need to be examined Scotch Plains CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, April 27, 2000 Page 5

Letters to the Editor Seventh Congressional Update Reader Rebuts Board of Health’s

Letter Regarding Fluoridation The New Jersey Committee for would improve the public’s confi- In a recent edition of The Westfield why they are available over-the-counter, Life, based in North Plainfield, re- dence in the political and legislative Leader (April 13), the Board of Health unlike fluoride, which is available only cently stated that Assemblyman Joel process. Mr. Morrisey said as an presented some misleading information by prescription. in regards to fluoride. Another claim is that by fluoridating Weingarten (R-21st), a candidate for election lawyer he would fight to The chemicals used in the water fluo- the water to achieve a constant level, we the Seventh Congressional seat, mis- have the Federal Election Commis- ridation process are silicofluorides, com- can thereby better control the amount of led voters about his position on abor- sion (FEC) and Department of Jus- pounds not naturally found in the water. fluoride ingested. The simple fact is that tion. tice do a better job to enforce exist- Naturally occurring fluoride is mostly in you can’t control how much water people Candidates were asked their posi- ing laws. the form of calcium fluoride. These drink. One person may hardly drink any, tion recently to which Michael The candidate has said the Federal Courtesy of Morrisey for Congress Campaign chemicals have completely different while another may drink several gallons SHOWING SUPPORT...Periwinkle’s on Elm Street in Westfield is one of 100 Ferguson of Warren stated he is Pro- Election Campaign Act of 1971 lim- properties and will react differently with per day. small businesses endorsing the candidacy of Patrick Morrisey. Pictured, left to Life while Tom Kean Jr. stated he its individual contributions to $1,000 other substances in the water. Additionally, many products such as right, are: Mary Kopf, Better Morasso, Mr. Morrisey and Jeannette Dietze. was Pro-Choice. The Committee for federal elections, thus forcing There are no studies showing that soda, juice and milk contain high amounts See story below. silicofluorides are safe in humans. of fluoride and may significantly influ- accused Mr. Weingarten of waffling money to go underground. Therefore, there is a huge difference ence total fluoride intake. Even infant on the issue. He proposes full disclosure of hard between the fluoride naturally in the formula has been shown to contain ex- When contacted, Patrick Morrisey, and soft money contributions; pro- water and that which is added. tremely high levels of fluoride, despite District 7 Candidates Report who was not mentioned in the press tecting union workers from being It is also implied that simply because the fact that fluoride is not an added release, said he is also pro-life al- forced to make political contribu- fluoride is naturally found in the water ingredient. Therefore, it is impossible though he does support some excep- tions directly from their paychecks; supply, it is okay to add more of it. Using for parents or doctors to know how much $1.5 Mil. Cash On Hand tions for abortions. lifting the $1,000 limit for candi- the same logic, it must be safe to add fluoride children are getting. By PAUL J. PEYTON A spokesman for the Ferguson * * * * * dates who have an opponent who has additional quantities of lead, arsenic and Lastly, while the Board of Health Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times put in over $100,000 of their own mercury as well, since all of these are seems to agree that there are existing campaign noted that the bulk of Mr. Candidate Maryanne S. Connelly also naturally found in our water. contaminant problems with our water, Seventh Congressional candidates Morrisey’s campaign came from has expressed her disappointment money; prohibiting the transfer of Of course, natural fluoride levels in apparently they are content to simply have collectively raised over $2 mil- Washington. Mr. Morrisey served for with the U.S. Congress for stalling campaign funds from one district to the water vary, as do the naturally occur- throw up their arms and ‘pass the buck’ lion in their bids to replace Bob several years as Counsel to the House on gun safety legislation. another. ring levels of every other mineral. Yet on to those at the state level, rather than Franks in the House of Representa- Commerce Committee. Mrs. Connelly, a former Mayor of He also said he would index the nobody proposes to artificially enhance put forth any effort of their own. The tives. The candidates have $1.5 mil- On the Democratic side, the Fanwood, supports licensing and reg- $1,000 limit to keep up with the rate the levels of any of these other minerals, issue of MTBE contamination of the lion remaining cash to wage their Connelly campaign has said Mr. istration of all handguns. She favors of inflation. Mr. Morrisey also pro- all of which are vital nutrients. water is especially important due to the respective primary election battles Lapolla has received most of his poses an increase in the civil mon- As a matter of fact these minerals fact that in a recent survey, New Jersey’s mandatory background checks on in June. contributions from Union County gun show purchases, mandatory child etary and criminal penalties for can- have established RDA levels, unlike fluo- water was found to be the most contami- The Federal Election Commission didates and fundraisers who break ride, which does not. In addition, these nated with MTBE of any state. employees. safety locks for handguns and a ban filings are for the April 15 quarterly The Lapolla campaign has said on high-capacity ammunition clips. the law. other minerals are fairly safe, which is Cory Mermer report. The next reporting period is their effort was a successful grassroots * * * * * Westfield July 15. * * * * * campaign. They noted that most con- Republican candidate Patrick The 60 Plus Association, a na- On the Republican side, Michael tributions were individual rather than tional non-partisan senior citizens Reader Writes About Subjects Ferguson of Warren Township has Morrisey has called on Congress to Political Action Committees (PACs). pass meaningful finance reforms that group based in Arlington, Va., has raised the most to date with a total of presented Seventh Congressional Of ShopRite, Parking Deck Projects $544,736, followed by Tom Kean Jr., District candidate Joel Weingarten There’s nothing like a lively discus- If currently available south side park- $267,861; Patrick Morrisey, with an Honorary Guardian of Se- sion to peak one’s interest in community ing is not used for weekend shoppers $213,674, and Joel Weingarten, Morrisey Gains Backing of niors’ Rights Award. The award is affairs, and the parking deck certainly now, there’s no reason to believe a park- $148,560. presented to Democrats and Repub- qualifies!! But first, a brief comment on ing deck would be used for weekday During the January 1 to March 31 licans in the House and Senate who those wonderful folks at ShopRite. shoppers in the future. If a parking deck quarter, Mr. Kean raised the most The only real support that I recall is truly needed for downtown shopping 100 Businesses in District 7 score 60 or over on a 100-point scale. money at $173,881, followed by Mr. The test shows how the candidate ShopRite ever having was the support of reasons, there’s no doubt in my mind Ferguson, $106,150; Mr. Morrisey, By PAUL J. PEYTON Summit, New Providence, Manville, Norman Sevell, which was understand- that it should be on the north side. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times would have voted had they been a $105,374, and Mr. Weingarten, Garwood, Cranford, Millburn, member of Congress. able since it was his property being Therefore, the only reason for a deck WESTFIELD — Seventh Congres- purchased. Now that relationship doesn’t at the train station on the south side is to $32,624. Union, Plainfield and Greenbrook The organization has 1,100 se- even seem too friendly! If anything, accommodate commuters. Is that what Mr. Ferguson of Warren, who has sional candidate Patrick Morrisey have also backed the campaign. niors in the Seventh District and everyone has also witnessed a traffic we want Westfield to be? A parking the county organizational lines in has received the backing of 100 small The candidate noted that he has 13,000 statewide. increase over the last several years. Does destination for New York commutation? Somerset and Middlesex Counties, business owners in the district, an also been endorsed by 12 current anyone really think the addition of an- I certainly hope not. If we build such a has the most cash on hand with effort the candidate said shows the members of Congress, something that * * * * * other large supermarket will improve lot at the train station, they will come! $237,067; followed by Mr. grassroots support he has been gen- is usual in primary elections. Union County’s largest trade union, the quality of life for Westfielders? Finally, with the completion of all the Weingarten, a three-term Assembly- erating. Mr. Morrisey is one of four Repub- Union Council No. 8 of the New The citizens of Westfield made their construction, we have something rather man in the 21st Legislative District, “This is an unprecedented an- licans that will face off in the Con- Jersey Civil Service Association/In- feelings about ShopRite very clear. Not nice for the south side. The new station, ternational Federation of Professional needed. Not wanted. If ShopRite ever even with a large parking lot, looks good $199,888; Mr. Morrisey, a former nouncement,” the candidate ex- gressional Seventh District GOP pri- House Commerce Committee Coun- plained. & Technical Employees, represent- does come to town, it will be the height with the church steeples in the back- mary race on June 6. A fifth candi- ing 900 county and some 600 state of hypocrisy when its first ad suggests ground. Do we have to obliterate it so sel, $189,714; and Mr. Kean, the son As part of his platform, Mr. date, Somerville resident Roderick of former Governor Thomas H. Kean and municipal professional and tech- that it is our new friendly neighbor. I soon? Morrisey has proposed several ini- McNealy, was declared ineligible nical civil service employees, has don’t think so! Joseph Kiefer’s recent letter on the and former staff member of Con- tiatives including: putting an end to after filing his nominating petitions So what about this parking deck. Spe- parking debate had many good points. gressman Franks Washington office, endorsed the Congressional candi- the so-called death tax on estates; in Trenton on the April 13 deadline. dacy of Democrat Michael Lapolla cifically, why would a deck be proposed Key among them is that the parking $150,262. The rest of the GOP field includes for the south side train station parking study should not be in the hands of north allowing individuals who obtain their of Westfield. Mr. Weingarten guaranteed his own health insurance to deduct 100 state Assemblyman Joel Weingarten lot. One thing is for sure, it cannot pos- side residents only. Any deck on the campaign a loan of $100,000. Mr. Mr. Lapolla, Union County Man- sibly be to improve parking for down- south side will only serve commuters. It percent of their premium costs; re- of Millburn (R-21st), Michael ager, has also been supported by the town shopping! I park in that lot at least will not alleviate downtown parking. Morrisey listed a guaranteed loan of ducing the regulatory burdens on Ferguson of Warren and Tom Kean $8,850. International Association of Fire once every weekend while getting a sand- Let me say that again. Downtown park- small businesses, and placing caps Jr. of Westfield. Fighters. wich at Hershey’s. You could hold a ing improvement should not be given as Guaranteed loans generally include on punitive damages recovered from The Democratic nomination is concert there with all the extra room! a benefit for a south side parking deck. some form of collateral, such as a small businesses. being fought among Union County * * * * * So, if anyone is desperate for a park- That dog just won’t hunt. A north side second mortgage on a home or third Manager Michael J. Lapolla of District 7 Update is a new weekly ing space to go shopping on the week- deck, however, may actually serve both He said some business owners have column regarding the Seventh Con- party loans. agreed to allow the Morrisey Cam- Westfield, former Fanwood Mayor ends, and doesn’t mind “history-walk- shopping and commuting purposes. Green Brook Mayor Patricia Walsh Maryanne S. Connelly, Warren Town- gressional District Primary to be ing” through our new tunnel, there’s Frankly, the idea of a south side deck raised $26,176 before dropping her paign to place literature in their es- held on Tuesday, June 6. All political more than enough room available. We at the train station should be taken off the tablishments while others have said ship Committeeman Jeff Golkin and Congressional bid. The candidate re- Civil Rights attorney Joel Farley of news should be e-mailed to all know that never happens, because it’s table. That is, unless we really want to be ported a guaranteed loan of $4,000 they will urge customers to vote for [email protected] so much more fun to complain about a train stop destination. Mr. Morrisey. Westfield. how crowded things are and drive around and additional loans of $1,320. Robin Fry Ms. Walsh reported $14,710 cash “It really depends on how involved the block and spend an extra 10 minutes Westfield to find a space. on hand at the end of the FEC quar- the small business owner wants to The area’s terly reporting period. get involved in the campaign,” he first and Michael J. Lapolla, who entered told The Westfield Leader and The Elected BOE Member Schaumberg the race in January and did not file Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood. finest any reports last year, leads among Among those local businesses sup- Thanks Those Who Voted Last Week Democrat candidates with $443,890 porting Mr. Morrisey: in Westfield, collection Please accept my sincere thanks for like to say thank you. We could never in contributions followed by Adlers Jewelers, Anthony Michael of imported electing me to the Mountainside Board have climbed that hill without you. Maryanne S. Connelly with Haircutter, Austin Photo and Video, of Education. As a write-in candidate I Now that the campaign process is $333,524. Warren Township Com- Babbit Chiropractic Center, Boogie tiles, stone realized that I was asking the voters to go over, I am enthusiastically looking for- mitteeman Jeff Golkin has raised Tickets, Brand Travel, Brass Shop, “above and beyond” the normal voting ward to beginning my term as part of the and marble. process. I also knew that I was taking on Board of Education team. I realize that I $141,736 with Joel Farley listing Cellulite Reduction Center, Cosimo’s a task that was best described as an have much to learn about being a school contributions of $11,275. Restaurant, Dog Patch, Galeria West, uphill battle. board member. As I have said in the past Mrs. Connelly, a former Fanwood Greg’s Sportscards and Collectables, VIRTUEVIRTUE TILETILE COMPANYCOMPANY The campaign process was very new I believe that I can lend a fresh voice and Mayor and her party’s nominee Jade Garden, Jeff’s Auto, Liquor 160 Broad St., Summit to me and I relied upon a wonderful an open mind. I will be very proud to be against Congressman Franks in 1998, Basket, Mail Boxes Etc. - Westfield, 160 Broad St., Summit committee of individuals, led by my involved in the continued implementa- raised $111,998 in the last three National Haircutters, Office of Elec- campaign manager, Diane McGee, tion of the Strategic Plan, as well as the months compared to Mr. Lapolla of trolysis, Periwinkle’s Gifts, Photo (908) 273-6936 whose devotion, energy and expertise many other issues which our community Westfield, Union County Manager, by Stieve, Salon 2000, Stockhome, are unsurpassed. From the beginning, is being faced with, including the cur- $148,560; Mr. Farley, $11,275, and we identified a large group of core sup- rent concerns about space for the grow- Upholestery Unlimited, Vicki’s porters who distributed and displayed ing student population. Mr. Golkin, who reported only $50 Diner, Westfield Antiques and Wild lawn signs and palm cards, and made Again a most heart-felt thank you to raised. Pig Comics. endless phone calls. To all of these people all of you who took the time to type-in all Mrs. Connelly listed a guaranteed In Mountainside, Bayberry Card I extend my sincere gratitude. 18 letters of my name. I will make every loan of $125,000 with Mr. Farley and Gift Shop, Christoffers, Inc., To the many people who so gener- effort to live up to your expectations. listing a loan of $20,000. Mr. Golkin Mountainside Deli and West Moun- ously contributed funding to offset the MaryBeth Schaumberg repaid a $100,000 guaranteed loan. cost of signs and mailings, I would also tain Automotive have all supported Mountainside Mr. Morrisey has been critical of Mr. Morrisey. Mr. Ferguson, stating that most of his Businesses from Woodbridge, Tues.-Fri. 9:30-5 • Sat. 10-4 Westfield Citizen Expresses Disgust contributions came from contribu- tors believing he was going make Your Environmental Headquarters With Area Goose Droppings another stab at Sixth District incum- SINCE • Vacuums Are we all doomed for eternity to walk you can use them to remedy the above- bent Democratic Congressman Frank in the ever-increasing piles of goose described pestilence, I will kneel before Pallone. 1956 • Sewing Machines droppings that permeate our parks, play- you, kiss your ring, and sponsor a Mr. Ferguson lost that race in 1998 • Outdoor Power Equipment ing fields, golf courses, streets and other fundraiser to build a national shrine in by 17 percentage points. 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All personal trainers at the Y are certified by a New Member Coffee national certifying body approved WESTFIELD — The Newcom- by the Westfield Y. ers Club of Westfield will hold a Individuals new to personal train- New Member Coffee for women ing may take advantage of the Y’s interested in meeting new people Introductory Package for first tim- and getting more involved in the ers. This includes five, 45-minute community on Thursday, May 4, at sessions at a special reduced fee. 8 p.m. at a member’s home. Participants may also pay per ses- Anyone interested in attending or sion, or purchase a package of 10 who would like more information sessions. may call either Ellen Laide at (908) New to the menu of Y options is 389-9350 or Kristin Fuccillo at (908) the “Train With a Friend Program,” 232-0205. which allows two to four people to Founded in 1944, the Newcomers work together with one trainer for an Club is open to women who are new hour. to Westfield or who have had a The “At Home with the Westfield recent lifestyle change, such as a Y” program, formerly available only birth, marriage, job change or move to individuals with special needs, is within the town. now offered to the general public as Club activities include age-based well. A trainer will come to the play groups and events for children, client’s home to design a program a monthly dinner for women at a using the client’s own equipment. local restaurant, social events for Westfield Y membership is required. couples and a monthly book group. Miss Kathleen M. McNaught and Robert R. Kloss, Jr. Photographic Historian to Talk Miss Kathleen M. McNaught About ‘American Century’ To Marry Robert R. Kloss, Jr. MR. AND MRS. DAVID MATTHEW BRENNAN FANWOOD – Westfield resident research for the project. Mr. and Mrs. Richard McNaught He is employed as a broker with (She is the former Miss Christina Margaret DuFrayne) and professional photographic his- She will show slides as she re- of New City, N. Y. have announced Acacia Financial Group of Bethesda. torian Gail Buckland will speak about counts the idea for the book, plus the the engagement of their daughter, A June wedding is planned in her extensive research experience for research, compilation, editing and Miss Kathleen Marie McNaught of Garrett Park. Miss Christina M. DuFrayne the book “The American Century” at publishing of it. the monthly meeting of the Histori- The Town Book Store of Westfield Garrett Park, Md., to Robert Richard cal Society of Scotch Plains and will offer the book at a 10 percent Kloss, Jr. of Bethesda, Md. He is the Johnson Family Marries David M. Brennan Fanwood. discount and Mrs. Buckland will sign son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kloss of The meeting will take place on purchased copies. This meeting, which Scotch Plains. Miss Christina Margaret Shinderman, the brother-in-law of Tuesday, April 25, at the Fanwood is open to everyone, will be followed A graduate of Clarkstown South Welcomes Son, DuFrayne, the daughter of Dr. and the bridegroom; Francis J. DuFrayne, Train Station at North and Martine by refreshments and fellowship. High School in West Nyack, N. Y., Mrs. Francis J. DuFrayne of Drexel the brother of the bride, and William Avenues, starting at 8 p.m. Further information about the His- Jack Thomas Hill, Pa., was married on Friday, McQuillen and Justin Carter, both the bride-elect was awarded her Bach- “The American Century,” a 700- torical Society may be obtained from Christine and Steve Johnson of September 24, to David Matthew friends of the bridegroom. page pictorial essay, spans the years its President, Richard Bousquet, at elor of Arts Degree from Franklin Westfield have announced the birth Brennan. He is the son of Mr. and Miss Rachel DuFrayne, a cousin and Marshall College in Lancaster, 1889 to 1989. It was written by Harold P.O. Box 261, Scotch Plains, 07076 of their fourth child, Jack Thomas Mrs. Robert W. Brennan of Westfield. of the bride, and Miss Amy Brennan, Evans and Kevin Baker, with the or by calling (908) 232-1199. Pa. She received her law degree from Johnson, on Tuesday, March 21, at The wedding Mass took place at a niece of the bridegroom, were photographs compiled by Mrs. Washington College of Law at Ameri- Overlook Hospital in Summit. Saint Bernadette Church in Drexel flower girls. Buckland, who spent a decade doing can University in Washington, D. C. Jack weighed 10 pounds and 2 Hill, with the Reverend Thomas J. The bride graduated from the Volunteers are Needed She is employed as an attorney ounces and measured 21 inches in Smith officiating. A reception fol- Catholic University of America in To Provide Assistance with Patrick Hoover Law Offices in length at birth. lowed at the Ballroom at the Ben in Washington, D. C. in 1997 with a Brendan Martin Rockville, Md. He joins his twin siblings, Kaitlyn Philadelphia. Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social For Needy Family The future bridegroom graduated and Patrick, age 6, and brother Brian, Ms. Mary Elizabeth Tuinstra, a Work. She is employed as an educa- Born to Walshes AREA — The Retired Senior Vol- age 2½. cousin of the bride, served as the tional advocate by Educational Sup- from Scotch Plains-Fanwood High Kerry Lucke Walsh and Martin unteer Program (RSVP) of Union The baby’s maternal grandparents Maid of Honor. Bridal attendants port Systems in Washington, D. C. School and holds a Bachelor of Sci- Walsh, Jr. of Cranford have an- County is seeking volunteers to as- are Rita and Jim Sullivan of Fair included Ms. Colleen Hoey, a cousin The bridegroom was awarded a sist a frail, homebound, elderly fam- ence Degree in Finance from the nounced the birth of their son, Lawn. of the bride; Ms. Cynthia Brennan Bachelor of Biomedical Engineer- Brendan Martin Walsh, on Tuesday, ily living in a mismanaged and un- University of Maryland School of His paternal grandmother is Mary Shinderman, the sister of the bride- ing Degree in 1997 and is complet- March 21, at 3:35 p.m. at Muhlenberg safe environment to improve their Business at College Park. Johnson of Falmouth, Mass. groom, and Ms. Katherine Bocchini, ing a Master of Biomedical Engi- Regional Medical Center in quality of life. Ms. Tracy Goetz, Mrs. Elissa Huber neering Degree, both at the Catholic Individuals are needed to provide Cork Flooring • Granite • Marble • Limestone Plainfield. and Ms. Kathleen McCann, all friends University of America. He is em- Brendan weighed 7 pounds and painting and repair work, cleanup, of the bride. ployed as a research engineer at the 10½ ounces and measured 20 inches packing and light construction, as James Wood, a friend of the bride- National Rehabilitation Hospital in in length at birth. well as emotional support for the groom, was the best man. Serving as Washington, D. C. The mother is a Westfield High occupants. 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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, April 27, 2000 Page 7 Budget Committee Reviews SPBPA Slates Dinner Dance Requests to United Fund To Benefit Scholarship Fund WESTFIELD — The Budget Re- tions will be for each,” stated Alan SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch Fund, Attention: Ray Pardon, P.O. view Committee of the United Fund Gutterman, President of the United Plains Business and Professional Box 862, Scotch Plains, 07076. of Westfield, which reviews budget Fund’s Board of Trustees. Association (SPBPA) will hold it’s For more information, please call requests and programs from the “The combination of changing fifth annual Spring Fling Scholar- either Joanna Marsh of the Times/ United Fund’s member agencies, has needs and available funds make the ship Dinner Dance on Friday, May 5, Westfield Leader at (908) 232-4407 begun studying funding requests for allocation process a continuing chal- at Snuffy’s Pantagis Renaissance, or Mr. Pardon of Nuts n’ Plenty at the year 2001. lenge and more difficult task each from 7:30 p.m. to midnight. (908) 322-7388. “What would you do if you were year,” he added. “After final recom- Tickets for the evening are $50 per suddenly given over half a million mendations from the committee to person and include a cocktail hour, Welcome Wagon Sets dollars, then told you must divide the the Board of Trustees, the campaign dinner, open bar and live band. En- sum among 21 agencies which are goal for the 2000 fall campaign will tertainment will be provided by Vir- Date for Coffee Event your dependents?” asked Matt be established to distribute the money tual Relics, of Scotch Plains, who WESTFIELD — The Welcome Forstenhausler, Chairman of the in the year 2001.” will play favorites from the 1960s, Wagon Club of Westfield will host a Budget Review Committee. The United Fund’s 21 member ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. new member coffee on Tuesday, May The evening’s honoree will be East- 23, at 8 p.m. Women new to the area, DRESS REHEARSAL…Junior Girl Scouts from Troop No. 829 at McGinn ern Marble & Granite Supply, a mem- or those looking for new activities, Elementary School in Scotch Plains gather before going on stage for their ber of the SPBPA. A silent auction of are invited to attend this event. performance of “I Enjoy Being a Girl” during the fourth annual “Baby goods and services donated by local The club is a non-profit organiza- Bundles” concert held recently at the school. Pictured, left to right, are: standing, Briana Caracter, Kelly Merrick, Courtney Greenwood, Emily Jones, businesses will also be held. All pro- tion which provides a variety of day- Annie Smith, Kathryn Albanese-Demair and Michele Silverstein, and seated, ceeds from the event will go towards time and evening activities for women Jayne Dzuback Meghan Dhaliwal, Leader Debra Slaugh, Barbara Slaugh and the SPBPA Scholarship Fund. and their families. These include Daneen Easley. This year, the Association expects monthly dinners, couples’ social to award $2,500 in scholarships to events, children’s activities and com- local high school students. Tickets munity service. McGinn Girl Scouts Celebrate are available in Scotch Plains at Nuts Women interested in attending the n’ Plenty, 407 Park Avenue; Apple upcoming coffee, or in obtaining Blossom Flower Shop, 381 Park Av- more information about the club, are ‘Be Your Best Night’ in Song enue, or The Times of Scotch Plains- asked to call Lori Riding at (908) SCOTCH PLAINS — On March vice project that helps local mothers Fanwood, 1906 Bartle Avenue. 301-1494 or Susan Kowalenko at 3, more than 130 Girl Scouts in kin- in need. Individuals unable to attend the (908) 518-0510. dergarten through fifth grade at Many of the troops had practiced event but who would like to make a Information is also available on McGinn Elementary School in since January for “Be Your Best” donation to the scholarship fund may the Internet at www.westfieldnj.com/ Scotch Plains held “Be Your Best” night, which originated four years send a check to: SPBPA Scholarship welcome. night in their school auditorium. ago at McGinn as a way for older and MONEY WELL SPENT…The Budget Review Committee of the United Fund Fourteen troops, from Daisy younger scouts to work on the “Baby of Westfield is in the process of analyzing requests for financial support from through Junior, kicked off Girl Scout Bundles” project together. Fanwood to Mark Arbor Day; its 21 member agencies for 2001. Pictured, left to right, are: standing, Edward Week by performing songs from stage This year, Master of Ceremonies Gottko, Stan Ciemniecki, Tony DelDuca, Vaughn Buntain and Patty Keeshan, and screen entitled “ACT IV” for Annie Smith, a fourth-grader, intro- and seated, Noel Brown, Marilyn Gulotta, Matt Forstenhausler, Chairman; their families, teachers and friends. duced production numbers from Receives Tree City Awards Chris Kaveney and Susan Jacobsen. Missing from the photograph is Dr. B. The cost of admission was a dona- musicals such as Cabaret, Flower FANWOOD — The Fanwood Ceremonies will begin at 4 p.m. Carol Molnar. tion of one baby care item per family. Drum Song, Annie Get Your Gun, Shade Tree Commission will hold an and the public is invited to attend. Committee members are charged agencies include the American Red Organized by fourth-grade The King and I and The Lion King. Arbor Day program on Friday, May 5, Refreshments will be served. There with determining how much money Cross, The Arc of Union County, the Brownie Leader Cathy Smith, the All baby items collected were do- on the front lawn of Fanwood Bor- will be a free tree giveaway to the the agencies need and how much Boy Scouts, Community Access event was held to collect baby care nated to Raphael’s Life House, a ough Hall, 75 North Martine Avenue. first 20 attendees. each will receive. Unlimited, CONTACT We Care, the items for “Baby Bundles,” a Wash- transitional home for pregnant Arbor Day is an annual obser- “More and more, people are ex- Girl Scouts, the Jewish Community ington Rock Girl Scout Council ser- women in Elizabeth. Recognition Ceremony vance that celebrates the role of trees pressing an interest in where their Center, Jewish Family Services, the and promotes tree planting and tree donation goes, and our extensive citi- Mental Health Association, Mobile For Crossing Guards care. This year’s program will fea- zen review process is the most effec- Meals of Westfield and Union County Foundation Board Invites ture the Park Middle School Envi- tive way of reflecting these concerns,” Legal Services. Slated for Tomorrow ronmental Club. Mr. Forstenhausler observed. Others are the UCPC Behavioral WESTFIELD — A Crossing Guard For the seventh consecutive year, “The input and involvement of our Healthcare, the United Cerebral Palsy Public to Annual Meeting Recognition Ceremony honoring the the borough has been named a Tree efforts of professional school crossing City USA by the National Arbor Day volunteers provides a critical link to League, the United Services Organi- WESTFIELD — The Board of notify the Foundation office at (908) the community. We want to assure zation, Visiting Health Services of guards will be conducted tomorrow, Foundation. In addition, Fanwood United Fund contributors that their Union County, Visiting Nurse Ser- Trustees of the Westfield Foundation 233-9787. Friday, April 28, by the Westfield Po- has received the Tree City USA money is being used effectively and vice System, the Westfield Commu- has invited the public to attend the lice Department and the BRAKES Growth Award for the first time. Foundation’s 25th Annual Meeting Master Gardeners List Group of Westfield. The awards “indicate that Fanwood economically,” he continued. nity Center, the Westfield Neighbor- The ceremony will be held in the “The committee’s study will span hood Council, the Westfield Y, on Tuesday, May 2, in the meeting Lecture Series Dates takes its municipal tree-care respon- Westfield Council Chambers, 425 East sibilities seriously,” according to more than 1,000 hours and three Women for Women and Youth and room of the Westfield Memorial Li- WESTFIELD — The Master Gar- Broad Street, at 9 a.m. This year, months reviewing agency requests, Family Counseling Service. brary, located at 550 East Broad deners of Union County have an- Westfield Police Sergeant Carl V. Geis National Arbor Day Foundation profiles, program goals and objec- Street. The meeting will begin at 7 nounced a series of free lectures for will be honored for his years of service President John Rosenow. tives, as well as the agencies’ effec- Williams Nursery Sets p.m. the second part of their 2000 Spring and support. The borough will receive the Tree tiveness in reaching these objectives, In addition to reports from Foun- Speakers Series. Lecture dates and Refreshments will be served and the City USA Growth Award at the offi- Seminar for Today cial New Jersey Arbor Day Ceremony based on past performance and the dation President Frank A. topics are as follow: public is invited to attend this event, need for particular programs in the WESTFIELD – Williams Nurs- scheduled for tomorrow, April 28, at MacPherson, Executive Director • Thursday, May 4: “Dahlias.” which will help kick off National Pe- community,” he said. ery, located at 524 Springfield Av- • Tuesday, May 9: “Raspberries.” destrian Safety Month beginning on 11 a.m. in Feaster Park, New “Each agency answers questions enue in Westfield, will hold a slide Betsy Chance and Investment Com- • Monday, May 1. Brunswick. mittee Chairman Bob Dillon, repre- Thursday, May 18: “Composting.” on what their programs are achiev- presentation and seminar on Spring • Tuesday, May 23: “Weeds.” ing, how many people they are serv- Flowering Perennials tonight, April sentatives from several local agen- All lectures in the series will start ing, what alternative sources of in- 27, at 7 p.m. cies which received grants in 1999 at 7:30 p.m. and will be held in the come are available to them and what The event, featuring the nursery’s will speak about the impact of the Union County Administration Build- the opportunities or problems in the expert on perennials, Meryl Gartside, grants on their agencies and the com- ing Auditorium, located at 300 North next year will be,” the committee will be followed by a question-and- munity. Avenue, East, in Westfield. Chairman explained. answer session. 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ACCREDITED GEM LABS AMERICAN GEM SOCIETY Ellen R. Ramer, C.G.A • Jeffrey L. Robbins – R.J. 12 North Avenue West • Cranford • NJ 07016 • (908) 276-6718 NOW IN OUR 55th YEAR CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 8 Thursday, April 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Concepts &Thought

Phi Beta Kappa Society Welcomes Jodi Goldberg WESTFIELD – Jodi Goldberg of Westfield was recently in- ducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society at Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, Pa. Jodi, a senior government major and history minor, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Don Goldberg of Westfield. She is a 1996 graduate of Westfield High School.

Andrew C. Stein Earns AND THE FINAL TOTAL IS…Organizers Nick Gismondi and Vince Wilt tally the attendance at the Westfield School Boosters Association Dinner Dance held Honor Roll Status recently at Temple Emanu-El in Westfield. Proceeds from this annual event are used to fund the Boosters’ programs that support the sports and scholastic At Washington and Lee endeavors of Westfield High School student athletes throughout the year. WESTFIELD – Andrew C. Stein, a sophomore at Washington and Lee University, has been named to the honor roll for the winter term at the OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT…Members of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School’s Future Business Diversified Courses Offered Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter, the “New Jersey FBLA Outstanding Chapter for 1999-2000,” display the Lexington, Va. university. awards the group received at the recent FBLA state conference. Pictured, left to right, are: Scott Leichner, Mike He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Grabel and Richard J. Milligan, members of the team, which also captured first place honors for the In Vo-Tech Evening Intersession Richard Stein of Westfield. “Partnership with Business” project they developed with Mitzi Hellmann of Chubb & Son, Inc. of Warren. Ms. Hellmann was named “Local Businessperson of the Year.” SCOTCH PLAINS – A variety of puter Repair; Drafting; CAD; Elec- courses instructing skills, occupa- tricity; Technical Blueprint Read- tions and general interest will be ing; Control Circuits; Basic Home offered in the Evening Division’s Repairs; Heating; Technical Math; Westfield High School Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Intersession at the Union County Power Engineering/Black Seal; Vocational-Technical Schools Microsoft Word; Microsoft Excel; PTO Slates Meeting (UCVTS) which begins on Mon- Welding and other offerings. WESTFIELD – Westfield High FBLA Leaders Top in New Jersey day, May 8, to Friday, June 16. In-person registrations will be School Parent Teacher Organiza- According to Bob Glowacky, Di- held in Baxel Hall from May 1-4 tion will hold its next meeting on SCOTCH PLAINS – For the sev- Chapter” honors. No local chapter hands-on experiences in a real rector of the Evening Division, all from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 3, at 7:45 p.m. in enth year in a row, Scotch Plains- in the state has ever come close to business setting, was planned in classes will meet twice a week from Mondays through Thursdays and the high school’s cafeteria. Fanwood High School’s (SPFHS) this achievement. cooperation with Chubb and Son, 6:30 to 9 p.m., unless otherwise from 9 a.m. to noon on Fridays. The main topic will be “A par- Future Business Leaders of America The announcement was made at Inc. representative, Mitzi ent-teacher dialogue workshop.” (FBLA) organization has captured the New Jersey FBLA State Lead- Hellmann, who was named “Lo- noted, at the UCVTS Scotch Plains For more information, please call All parents are invited. Campus on Raritan Road. (908) 889-2922 or (908) 889-2914. New Jersey FBLA’s “Outstanding ership Conference held recently in cal Businessperson of the Year” Included among the available Registrations by mail will be ac- Cherry Hill. for her dedication and support of courses are: Auto Body and Auto cepted and application forms are Over 1,500 students from across the project. Mechanics Workshops; Baking; available through the Evening Ses- the state participated in a variety of The SPFHS group received first Cabinetry/Furniture Repair; Com- sion. business-related activities, simula- place honors for the chapter’s FBLA tions and competitions during the Web site which was designed by conference. Frank Grecco and Mike Grabel. In National Honor Society Fran DeSalvo, the group’s advi- addition, they took first honors in sor stated, “I always wonder from the “New Jersey Go for the Gold year to year how my students will Award,” placed first in “Local Re- Inducts Westfield Pupils top the previous year’s efforts, but cruitment of FBLA Chapters,” and WESTFIELD – In recognition of future.” Mr. Boothe acknowledged that they never cease to amaze me. Now was the first place chapter in rais- academic excellence, leadership, service the competition for leaders is intense and they’ve done it again this year and ing money for their designated and character, 142 Westfield High School that companies place a great premium on it’s because of their commitment to chapter charity, The March of (WHS) students were inducted into the talented young leaders. focusing on their goals and work- Dimes. National Honor Society on April 6. Mr. Boothe encouraged, “Be respec- Those elected as National Honor So- tively aggressive. Try, experiment, and ing to make last year’s ‘best’ bet- Several chapter members also ciety officers include Conner Mulvee, learn from your mistakes.” ter.” achieved individual recognition. President; Richard Rowe, Vice Presi- He also stressed the importance of On its march to achieving New Sara Baer, who is currently serv- dent; Kate Onishi, Treasurer; and developing a value system and to volun- Jersey’s top chapter status, SPFHS ing as North Central Vice-Presi- Katherine Trimble, Secretary. teer and follow through on commitments. FBLA also swept all six major dent for the New Jersey FBLA, In ceremonies held in WHS, former “Be responsible for your actions, be com- categories in the competition, a placed third in the “Ms. FBLA” WHS graduate Douglas Boothe ad- passionate and loyal,” he said. dressed the students and guests. Mr. WHS Assistant Principal Robert Eyre feat they had not achieved previ- competition. In the marketing Boothe, the son of Westfield’s former said to the students, “I am impressed ously. event, Raymond Raszka earned mayor, noted that he was once the Blue with the quality of the contributions you For the first time, the local chap- fourth place honors and Richard J. Devil mascot and Tri-Editor of the Hi’s have already made.” WRITERS AT WORK…As part of the statewide New Jersey Writers ter was awarded first place for its Milligan received seventh place. Eye. A musical presentation of a Schubert Project/Language in Motion, almost 100 fifth graders at Jefferson Elemen- “Partnership with Business” Justin Brodersen received 10th A graduate of Princeton University piano piece was performed by Kate tary School in Westfield participated in an eight-day playwriting residency project with Chubb and Son, Inc. place in the economics category. with a Master of Business Administra- Walsh, a senior and National Honor So- class taught by visiting artist Lauren O’Brien. Pupils learned the basic of Warren. The team winners in Raymond Raszka received a “Gold tion from the Wharton School of Busi- ciety member at WHS. Liz Nicol, former elements of play and scene writing. Pictured, left to right, are: Jefferson ness, Mr. Boothe is currently Vice Presi- president of the Westfield chapter of the students with visiting artist Ms. O’Brien of Playwrites Theater of New this category were Scott Leichner, Member” award and Richard J. dent and General Manager of Xerox Society, welcomed guests. Mr. Eyre and Jersey. Michael Grabel and Richard J. Milligan won a “Gold Officer” Communications. Society Advisor Anthony Quagliano pre- Milligan. award. Dr. David Heisey, SPFHS He noted that the current National sented certificates and pins to new mem- Their project, which was de- Principal, earned the “Local Pro- Honor Society inductees have “a tremen- bers. WHS Parent Teacher Organization signed to give local students fessional of the Year” award. dous opportunity for leadership in the Lisa Quackenbush congratulated pupils. Westfield High School Junior Members of National Honor Society Students to Drive Drunk Rachel Ackerman Daniel Maus Daniel Egan Jacob Rosenstein WESTFIELD – Westfield High since its founding, the cars have made Jacob Albertson Shawn McCabe Colby Fagin Richard Rowe Holy Trinity Interparochial Marisa Anthony Victoria McCabe School juniors and seniors will ex- over 3,000 appearances in 200 cities Ian Federgreen Travis Russo perience first-hand the dangers of with over 900,000 participants. Ingrid Arnold Molly McDermott Brett Friedman Christian Santomauro “driving drunk” without ever taking “We are delighted to work with the Christopher Beil Eileen McKeever David Geenberg Gregory Scanlon Posts Honor Roll Pupils Heather Berk Claire McNamara Erin Gibbons Aron Schatz a sip of alcohol when the Neon Drunk high school and police to introduce this Ellen Bernstein Breigh Menza Bradley Gillin Farryl Scher Driving Simulator team visits the important new safety program to WESTFIELD – Principal of First Honors recipients include: David Bhasin John Merriman Cheryl Gordon Kathryn Schott school and sets up its special driving Westfield High School for our teen Holy Trinity Interparochial Jennie Mathew, Colette Moryan, course. drivers and passengers. It is also at a Jessica Bowers Kristin Messina Daniel Gruen Christopher Schwarz School in Westfield. Dorothy Eadaoin Quinn and Elizabeth Rebecca Brachman Jessica Meylor Clifford Haldeman Matthew Seagull A total of over 600 students will par- critical time of the school year before Brent Bramnick Evan Molloy Matthew Hall Gavin Shulman ticipate in the course and high school the prom, Memorial Day and gradua- Szot, announced the honor roll Traflet of the eighth grade; Matt Margaret Brautigam Rachel Moloshok Edward Harry Rebecca Shulman teachers and the Westfield Police De- tion. Hopefully, we will be able to for the third marking period of Colon, Annmarie Granstrand, Scott Brewster Caroline Moore Andrew Hausker Lilya Shuster partment are coordinating supplemen- make this an annual event for the 1999-2000 school year. Jeana Greco, Cheryl Ritter, Brian Kevin Buckland Conner Mulvee Nicole Herttua Randi Siegel tary activities to complement the drunk Westfield,” noted Optimist President To qualify for the Principal’s Serzan and Sarah Zukowski of Ryan Burke Julie Muroff Susan Hinds Matthew Simone driving simulation. Thom Hornish. the seventh grade; Erin Crawford, Mari Candelore Erin O’Brien Eleanor Hodara Carolyn Singer List, a student must earn all “A’s.” Funding for the Neon Program in the Interested members of the commu- Patrick Duffy, Margot Hanson, John Carpenter Kelly O’Brien Edward Hogan Samuel Sobel amount of $3,000 was provided by the nity are welcome to attend a view of the First Honors are given to stu- Timothy Carroll Denise O’Connor James Hogan Elizabeth Sweeney Optimist Club, the Westfield Founda- Simulator activities on Wednesday, May dents with an “A” average and James Livolsi, Grant Moryan, Francesca Chabrier M. Ryan O’Donohue Rachel Horowitz Joseph Swingle tion and Summit Bank. 24, from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the high Second Honors are achieved by Michael Serzan and Brendan Julie Cleaves Andrew Olsen Kevin Johnson Jeffrey Tabachnick school parking lot. Individuals who Smith of the sixth grade. Jessica Cohen Katie Onishi During the program, a specially com- pupils with a “B” average. Richard Kaplan Elizabeth Tabachnik puter equipped Dodge/Plymouth Neon would like to help during the day of the Kathleen Czap Elizabeth Ottoson Timothy Kelman Lauren Talbot Named to the Principal’s List Earning Second Honors were: Jenna Davino Jessica Patterson is “programmed” with the student project should contact Mr. Hornish at were: Joann Mathew and Jenni- Brendan Egan of the eighth grade David King Sheil Tamboli (732) 381-3654 or Margaret Teitelbaum, Ushma Dedhiya Joseph Petrsoric Stephanie Kolterjahn Katherine Trimble driver’s weight and hypothetical num- fer Mullman of the sixth grade. and Lisa Rauch of the sixth grade. Krystle Dixon Julie Phelan Mark Kolvites Esther Van Pykeren ber of drinks imbibed. As a result, steer- Director of Health Services at Westfield Charles Dodge Michael Pollack Lianna Kong Jill Veltri ing and braking responses are delayed, High School. Peggy Doerr Caroline Powell Jennifer Korecky Margaret Wei producing an effect similar to the slowed Kevin Doyle Justin Pregenzer Lisa Krieger Daniel Weinberg mental and physical responses of a driver Bethany Dresely M. Frances Re Kelly Lane Kristina Williams under the influence of alcohol. Kathryn Duddy Edward Reagan Jonathan Lau Stephen Wilson With these impairments, the students Tyne Duggy Joshua Rogers Gwyneth Lederman Christina Yang attempt to negotiate an obstacle course Tyne Duffy Ricardo Roig Evan Lee Ki Bong Yang without hitting the orange pylons or the Alexander Leger Mun Ling Yeow pedestrian figures that “pop up” along The Sean Lewis Timothy Young the way. The car is never operated with- Andrew Lin Allen Yu out an instructor in the passenger seat. If Aimee Lombard Peter Yu the instructor presses any key on the Anne Loughlin Jimena Yrivarren computer during the operation, the pro- Ryan MacDonald Eric Zimak gram will shut down and the car will BaJa Karen Manahan BaJa resume normal driving abilities. The Kelley Masterson instructor also has an independent brake Carolyn Matthews pedal. Grill The Neon Drunk Driving Simulator is sponsored nationally by Daimler/ Please Send Education Chrysler Corporation, Mothers Against Press Releases to: Drunk Driving (MADD), and the United presents [email protected] States Department of Transportation. The program was initiated in 1988 and Sunset Dinners $10.95 per person All Night Monday & Tuesday 4-6pm Wednesday & Thursday PLUS Nightly Specials GOOD CITIZENS…Holy Trinity Interparochial School proudly announces the recipients of the school’s Christian Citizenship Award for the third marking period. Pictured, left to right, are: front row, Matthew Delaney, Casey Klein, 899 Mountain Avenue Briana Goncalves, Chelsie Donohue, Kathryn Salvati, Claire Moryan, Lorraine Cambria and Ray Thek; second row, Nicole Benitez, James O’Toole, Sean Smith, John Petruccelli and Ean Drew; and third row, Christina Froelich, Megan Mountainside •908-317-0073 O’Shea, Colette Moryan, Jonathan Ross and Emily Fox. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, April 27, 2000 Page 9 No Regrets Linger Concepts &Thought For School Board Dr. Walter E. Boright Plans Candidate Peter Billson Retirement from Education By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN was up in this year’s board elec- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times SCOTCH PLAINS – Dr. Walter E. grees from Seton Hall University. tion, Mr. Billson likes to think Boright, a Scotch Plains resident for Dr. Boright served as a member of the Editor’s Note: Peter W. Billson, that his candidacy helped the nearly 30 years, is retiring from public Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board of Educa- a candidate for the Westfield community “put more interest in education after a career of 34 years. He tion in the 1970s and in his former town Board of Education in the April the race.” will be honored at a retirement testimo- of residence, Kenilworth. He was elected 18 election, has participated in a “Unfortunately,” he noted, “it nial dinner set for Fri- to the Borough Council series of articles outlining the day, May 12, at the at the age of 22 years. At was still such a dismal showing. Clarion Hotel and Tow- that time, he was the step-by-step process one must fol- The majority of the people still low to run for the school board. ers in Edison. youngest person elected did not show up at the polls de- “Among the greatest to the council and one This is the final article in that spite the importance of our school rewards is the affection of the youngest in the series. system.” Mr. Billson evaluated of children and their state. PLAY PRESENTERS…Currie Award-winning teacher Joan Costello from his campaign as “more public.” families,” Dr. Boright Subsequent to mov- Scotch Plains has organized an after-school “Players Club” for McGinn El- WESTFIELD – “Obviously, stated when recalling his ing to Scotch Plains in ementary School’s third, fourth and fifth graders. Approximately 30 Players He added, “Unfortunately, that career. “Invariably while 1971, he was elected to it’s no fun to lose,” Westfield is not the majority of the people meet once a week to learn the aspects of working in theatre. The Players recently school board candidate Peter W. shopping in a store, you five terms as a member held a reader’s theater for their parents and friends and are presently working who vote.” will be approached by a of the Union County Billson reflected, “Even though on a play for June. Pictured, left to right, are: Molly Meehan, Jennifer Speth, Looking back, Mr. Billson has former student or a par- Board of Chosen Free- Annie Smith, Elise Whitehouse, Joan Costello and Meghan Dhaliwal. I lost, it was worth running. If I no regrets about running for the ent of a student and be holders. Dr. Boright has had it to do all over again, I’d Westfield Board of Education. If given a big ‘hello’ or served on numerous still do it. I’d encourage anybody he chooses to run in a future greeted with a broad state, county and local PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE smile, a handshake or boards and has done to run.” election, however, he would Mr. Billson, who obtained 768 an embrace. ‘Do you charitable works. TOWN OF WESTFIELD spend more time attending PTA remember me?’ they He and his wife, Public notice is hereby given that an ordinance of which the following is a copy was votes from Westfielders on Elec- meetings, distributing campaign ask, and of course you Pamela, have three chil- introduced, read and passed on first reading by the Council of the Town of Westfield at a tion Day, was defeated by new- Dr. Walter E. Boright meeting held April 25, 2000, and that the said Council will further consider the same for final literature and obtaining a voter do. What a thrill.” dren, Amy, Christian and passage on the 9th day of May, 2000, at 8:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, Municipal comer Kimberly Rhodes and in- list from the previous year’s cam- Dr. Boright’s educa- Peter. Dr. Boright has ac- Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at which time and place any person cumbents Anne L. Riegel and paign. tion career covers 23 years as a teacher in cepted a position at Kean University as who may be interested therein will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning such Dr. B. Carol Molnar for a three- the Clark school district, including 13 Director of External Operations at the Gate- ordinance. “It’s a lot of effort and a lot of years as assistance to the building princi- way Institute for Regional Planning. His Bernard A. Heeney year term. work,” he said of considering Town Clerk “Hopefully, through our series, pal; four years as principal and later as wife is a third grade teacher in the Linden GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. another run, “but I would defi- superintendent in the Garwood district, school district and is a former member of AN ORDINANCE TO VACATE SHERMAN AVENUE you see that you don’t have to be nitely consider running again. I and seven years as superintended in the the Scotch Plains Township Council. an insider to run,” he reported. BE IT ORDAINED by the Town Council of the Town of Westfield in the County of Union encourage anybody who is kind Milltown district. To make reservations for the retire- as follows: Some of the positive feedback of thinking of possibly running He obtained his bachelor degree at ment dinner, please call the Milltown SECTION I. The Town Council of the Town of Westfield does hereby find that the lands Mr. Billson garnered while dis- Newark State College, now Kean Uni- School Business Administrator’s Office known as Sherman Avenue, extending eastwardly from Prospect Street, have been for anything to call me and I versity, and his master and doctoral de- at (732) 249-9625. dedicated to public use as a public street and that the public interest of the Town of Westfield tributing flyers to the public was would discuss it with them.” will be better served by releasing the lands herein described from the dedication thereof. received from individuals that “I’m glad that five people ran,” SECTION II. It is the intention of the Town, and the tax maps of the Town shall be so he knew would probably not vote amended, that the vacated portions of Sherman Avenue attach to the contiguous lots as he reported. “I would like to see Westfield, Scotch Plains Pupils hereinafter described with the said tracts being described as follows: for him. However, he appreci- 10 people run next time.” TRACT 1 ated their expressions of confi- Regarding how the media, es- dence. Selected As Merit Scholars SHERMAN AVENUE VACATION, PORTION TO BE ADDED TO pecially The Star-Ledger, LOT NO. 4.011, BLOCK NO. 103 After the election results were handled coverage of the school The National Merit Scholarship Cor- Scholar and the Westfield Chorale. Beginning at a point on the southerly sideline of Sherman Avenue (Variable ROW), said calculated, the candidate was ap- board races, Mr. Billson stated, poration (NMSC) has named the Merit Amanda J. Rice of Scotch Plains has point being 127.00 feet easterly along the southerly sideline of Sherman Avenue from its Scholarship winners from Westfield and received the Englehard Corporation Merit intersection with the easterly sideline of Prospect Street (54' ROW), and running; proached by members of the “They did an abysmal job of Westfield Town Council who, he Scotch Plains. Scholarship. Amanda has named chem- Thence (1) North 47° -25' West, into the Sherman Avenue Right of Way, a distance of covering any school board race. Marina K. Powell of Westfield earned istry as her career field. 13.33 feet to a point on the centerline of Sherman Avenue, noted, tried to encourage him to They did zip coverage.” the J.P. Morgan & Company Merit Schol- She has held membership on the New Thence (2) North 42° -35' East, along the centerline of Sherman Avenue, a distance of run for a council seat. 50.00 feet to a point in same, “You could pick up The Star- arship. Although her career field is unde- Jersey Science League Team, First Place Thence (3) South 47° -25' East, a distance of 13.59 feet to a point on the northerly line of Mr. Billson explained that it is Ledger on Election Day and you cided, Marina has been a member of the Chemistry II, Third Place Chemstry I, Lot No. 4.011, Block No. 103, unfortunate that “there is a wouldn’t even know there was a National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Literary Magazine, Mathematics League, Thence (4) South 42° -53' West, along the northerly line of Lot No. 4.011, Block No. 103, dearth” when it comes to poten- Society, Student Council, Recording French National Honor Society, Flute, a distance of 50.00 feet to the point and place of beginning. school board race,” he opined, Secretary, Spanish Club Treasurer, Var- Concert Band. Amanda has published The described property contains 672.8 +/- s.f. and is to be combined with Lot No. 4.011, tial candidates for council and adding that at least The Courier Block No. 103, as designated on the Westfield Tax Records. school board seats. “We all gripe sity Lacrosse, Model United Nations, poems and has held a part-time position News and The Record Press Edward J. Bloustein Distinguished at a local day care center. TRACT 2 about the quality of our (public) “made an effort.” SHERMAN AVENUE VOCATION, PORTION TO BE ADDED TO officials,” he said, adding that “They (Star-Ledger) had more LOT NO. 9, BLOCK NO. 103 few are willing to step up to the coverage on ‘The Sopranos,’” he SP-F Chess Clubs Engage Beginning at a point on the southerly sideline of Sherman Avenue (Variable ROW), said plate and volunteer to serve. concluded. “They need to get point being 177.00 feet easterly along the southerly sideline of Sherman Avenue from its Pleased that the voter turnout intersection with the easterly sideline of Prospect Street (54' ROW), and running; their priorities straightened out.” In Tournament Finales Thence (1) North 47° -25' West, into the Sherman Avenue Right of Way, a distance of 13.59 feet to a point on the centerline of Sherman Avenue, SCOTCH PLAINS – The Beginners and bronze medals respectively. All Thence (2) North 42° -35' East, along the centerline of Sherman Avenue, a distance of 25.91 feet to a point in same, and Competitive Chess Clubs of Scotch participants received Certificates of Im- Thence (3) South 47° -52' East, a distance of 13.73 feet to a point on the northerly line of Jefferson Elementary Pupils Plains-Fanwood (SP-F) Public Schools provement for their year-long study Lot No. 9, Block No. 103, held three levels of tournaments for and playing of chess. Thence (4) South 42° -53' West, along the northerly line of Lot No. 9, Block No. 103, a their finale sessions on March 31, with Intermediate and Advanced Tourna- distance of 26.02 feet to the point and place of beginning. The described property contains 353.2 +/- s.f. and is to be combined with Lot No. 9, Block Learn About Picasso People approximately 30 district elementary ments were also conducted for other No. 103, as designated on the Westfield Tax Records. and middle school students participat- SP-F students. Receiving Intermediate TRACT 3 WESTFIELD – Students at Internationale performed Picasso ing. gold, silver and bronze medals were Jefferson Elementary School in People at the school. The clubs began last October under Neil D. Dalal, Devang V. Patel and SHERMAN AVENUE VOCATION, PORTION TO BE ADDED TO LOT NO. 1.02, BLOCK NO. 103 Westfield experienced the artwork A brief history of the artist and the sponsorship of The Community Mangesh S. Tamhankar, respectively. of Pablo Picasso in the form of live his different styles of painting and School of Scotch Plains-Fanwood. At the advanced level in which par- Beginning at a point on the southerly sideline of Sherman Avenue (Variable ROW), said point being 203.02 feet easterly along the southerly sideline of Sherman Avenue from its theater on April 7 when Mime sculpture were explained to the stu- Christopher Moffitt, a fifth grade teacher ticipants played with chess clocks and intersection with the easterly sideline of Prospect Street (54' ROW), and running; dents by Carlton Van Pyrz. The at Coles Elementary School, served as did algebraic notation of their moves, Thence (1) North 47° -52' West, into the Sherman Avenue Right of Way, a distance of Eugene Ferrara to Attend mime’s costumes, choreography instructor/advisor of both clubs. Brian J. Schweikert captured the first 13.73 feet to a point on the centerline of Sherman Avenue, The Beginners Tournament included place trophy while Michael P. Thence (2) North 45° 42' East, along the centerline of Sherman Avenue, a distance of and music represented Picasso’s 102.18 feet to an angle point in same, Fairleigh Dickinson in Fall artwork, which helped the children five students from a chess club of Sodomora and Shrenik N. Shah earned Thence (3) North 45° -15' East, continuing along said centerline of Sherman Avenue, a to understand his paintings. Westfield Public Schools under the lead- the second and third place trophies. All distance of 39.79 feet to a point, SCOTCH PLAINS – Scotch ership of Linda Steele and Trudy players earned Certificates of Improve- Thence (4) South 41° -19' East, a distance of 5.95 feet to a point on the northerly line of Plains resident Eugene Ferrara, The students learned that Picasso Silverman. Winners at this level were ment for their year-long study and play- Lot No. 1.02, Block No. 103, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Virgilio used different materials in his sculp- Thence (5) South 41° - 51’ West, along the northerly line of Lot No. 1.02, Block No. 103, Stephen Aswad of Westfield, first place; ing of chess. a distance of 40.00 feet to an angle point in same, Ferrara, will attend Fairleigh tures. They discovered that the Melissa M. McClintock of Scotch Parents of the chess players were on Thence (6) South 42° -39' West, continuing along the northerly line of Lot No. 1.02, Block Dickinson University’s Teaneck- artist’s work, “Bull’s Skull,” was Plains-Fanwood, second place; and Evan hand for the two Recognition Ceremo- No. 103, a distance of 101.03 feet to the point and place of beginning. Hackensack Campus this fall. crafted from a bicycle seat and Eisenberg of Westfield, third place. nies held at Park Middle School. The The described property contains 1,401.8 +/- s.f. and is to be combined with Lot No. 1.02, Block No. 103, as designated on the Westfield Tax Records. Eugene plans to major in busi- handlebar. They also understood The winners received gold, silver SP-F clubs will resume next fall. ness. He will be a 2000 graduate the meaning behind his “blue pe- TRACT 4 of Scotch Plains-Fanwood High riod” which began when Picasso’s SHERMAN AVENUE VOCATION, PORTION TO BE ADDED TO School. LOT NO. 21, BLOCK NO. 103 friend died. Beginning at the point on the southerly sideline of Sherman Avenue (Variable ROW), said point being 344.05 feet easterly along the southerly sideline of Sherman Avenue from its intersection with the easterly sideline of Prospect Street (54' ROW), and running; Technical Training Center Thence (1) North 41° -19' West, into Sherman Avenue Right of Way, a distance of 5.95 feet to a point on the centerline of Sherman Avenue, Thence (2) North 45° -46' East, continuing along said centerline of Sherman Avenue, a distance of 87.46 feet to the endline of Sherman Avenue, Schedules Tour on May 4 Thence (3) South 47° -07' East, along the endline of Sherman Avenue, a distance of 1.52 feet to a point, SCOTCH PLAINS – The Union satellite communications, interactive Thence (4) South 42° -53' West, along the northerly line of Lot No. 21, Block No. 103, a County Educational Technology Train- television, video conferencing, Of- distance of 87.95 feet to the point and place of beginning. ing Center will be open to visitors from fice 2000, networking as well as The described property contains 326.7 +/- s.f. and is to be combined with Lot No. 21, Block 2 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 4. high-speed Internet. No. 103, as designated on the Westfield Tax Records. Located in Room No. 207 of Technology and resource vendors TRACT 5 Mancuso Hall on the Raritan Road will be on hand to dispense informa- SHERMAN AVENUE VOCATION, PORTION TO BE ADDED TO Campus of Union County Vocational- tion and answer questions. Get-ac- LOT NO. 42, BLOCK NO. 101 Technical Schools, the Center pro- quainted workshops are also included Beginning at the point of intersection of the easterly sideline of Prospect Street (66' ROW), vides staff development for kinder- on the evening’s schedule. with the northerly sideline of Sherman Avenue (Variable ROW), and running; garten through grade 12 educators, There will be drawings to win a Thence (1) North 42° -17' East, along the northerly sideline of Sherman Avenue and the southerly sideline of Lot No. 42, Block No. 101, a distance of 190.85 feet to an angle point public and non-public, using the new- Microtech Scanner, software and/or in same, est high-tech advances in computer an External Zip Drive. Refreshments Thence (2) North 48° -41' East, continuing along said sideline and lot line, a distance of hardware, software and peripherals. will be served and there will be door 230.34 feet to the end of Sherman Avenue, Classes are also open to members prizes. Thence (3) South 47° -07' East, along the endline of Sherman Avenue, a distance of 1.52 of the public. For more information, please call feet to a point, MAKING THEIR MOVES…Engrossed in their own strategies, Matthew J. Thence (4) South 45° -46' West, along the centerline of Sherman Avenue, a distance of During the Open House, there will Coordinator Lisa Greenberg at (908) Ritsko of Scotch Plains-Fanwood, left, and Stephen Aswad of Westfield squared 87.46 feet to an angle point in same, be exhibits and demonstrations of 889-3810. off in one of the rounds of the Beginners Chess Tournament on March 31 at Park Thence (5) South 45° -15' West, continuing along the said centerline, a distance of 39.79 Middle School in Scotch Plains. feet to an angle point in same, Thence (6) South 45° -42' West, continuing along the said centerline, a distance of 102.18 feet to an angle point in same, Thence (7) South 42° -35' West, continuing along the said centerline, a distance of 190.88 feet to a point on a newly created easterly sideline of Prospect Street, 20 Years of Civil Trial & Personal Injury Thence (8) North 47° -25' West, along the newly created easterly sideline of Prospect Street, a distance of 12.72 feet to the point and place of beginning. Law Experience . The described property contains 4,279.6 +/- s.f. and is to be combined with Lot No. 42, Block No. 101, as designated on the Westfield Tax Records. Personal Injury & TRACT 6 SHERMAN AVENUE VOCATION, PORTION TO BE ADDED TO Negligence Law LOT NO. 8.01, BLOCK NO. 103 Beginning at the point of intersection of the easterly sideline of Prospect Street (54' ROW), Jon M. Bramnick with the southerly sideline of Sherman Avenue (Variable ROW), and running; Certified Trial Attorney Thence (1) North 47° - 07' West, along a newly created easterly sideline of Prospect Street, a distance of 12.66 feet to a point on the centerline of Sherman Avenue, Thence (2) North 42° - 35' East, along the centerline of Sherman Avenue, a distance of John C Rodriguez 126.93 feet to a point in same, Thence (3) South 47° - 52' East, a distance of 13.33 feet to a point on the northerly line of Lot No. 8.01, Block No. 103, Stephanie Ann Mitterhoff Thence (4) South 42° -53' West, along the northerly line of Lot No. 8.01, Block No. 103, a distance of 127.00 feet to the point and place of beginning. of Counsel Clarence A. Abramson The described property contains 1,649.8 +/- s.f. and is to be combined with Lot No. 8.01, Block No. 103, as designated on the Westfield Tax Records. SECTION III. The Town reserves to itself any easements for municipal utilities. In addition, easements in favor of any utility companies shall also encumber the title to the property and Law Offices of shall not be disruptive by the property owners of the land being acquired by this vacation. SECTION IV. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict or inconsistent with any part Jon M. Bramnick of this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent that they are in such conflict or inconsistent. FLOWERS OF HOPE…Westfield’s McKinley Elementary School’s Early Act 1827 East Second Street SECTION V. In the event that any section, part or provision of this ordinance shall be held Program sold daffodils for the American Cancer Society. The daffodil has been Scotch Plains, NJ to be unconstitutional or invalid by any court, such holding shall not affect the validity of this adopted as the flower of hope by the organization. Early Act raised $672 to ordinance as a whole, or any part thereof, other than the part so held unconstitutional or support important research, education and local patient services. Pictured, left 908-322-7000 invalid. to right, are: front row, Gina Polizzano, Caroline Steller and Marissa Perch and SECTION VI. This ordinance shall take effect after passage and publication as soon as back row, Tim Horan, George Xing, Adelle Mantle, Annie O’Neil and Ryan and in the manner provided by law. Scanlon. 1 T – 4/27/00, The Leader Fee: $243.78 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, April 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Helmut Moesch, 59 and Susan Moesch, 45, – Obituaries – Harvey P. Whitcomb, 92, Had Been Utah Couple Had Been Westfield Residents Municipal Bond Sales Executive Helmut Karl Moesch, 59, and Su- April 15 at the Brough Funeral Home Harvey P. Whitcomb, 92, died on Mr. Whitcomb served as Chairman san Moesch, 45, of Sandy, Utah died in Summit, followed by a Mass at Elinor Sullivan, 85, Was Crossing Guard; Tuesday, April 18, at The Chelsea in of the Plainfield Community Chest at the scene of an automobile acci- Our Lady of Peace Roman Catholic Fanwood. and the Plainfield Republican Club dent on Friday, April 7, in Nephi, Church in New Providence. Inter- Active With Altar Society, Quilting Club Born in Bayonne, he had lived in and as President of the Netherwood Utah. ment took place at Fair Mount Cem- Elinor Wassmer Sullivan, 85, of Westfield for 20 years before retiring Plainfield and Westfield before mov- Tennis Club in Plainfield. Mr. Moesch was born in Germany, etery in Chatham. Scotch Plains died on Saturday, April in 1974. ing to Fanwood last year. He was also a member of the Board while Mrs. Moesch was born on Memorial donations may be made 22, at home. She was a member of the Altar Mr. Whitcomb had been a munici- of Deacons of the Crescent Avenue Staten Island and had formerly lived to the Primary Children’s Medical Born in Verona, she had lived in Society of St. Helen’s Roman Catho- pal bond sales executive with Wood, Presbyterian Church in Plainfield, in New Providence and Bridgewater. Center, 100 North Medical Drive, Glenbrook, Conn. and Westfield be- lic Church in Westfield and the Quilt- Struthers & Winthrop in New York the Booster Club of Plainfield High The couple had resided in Westfield Salt Lake City, Utah 84113. fore moving to Scotch Plains three ing Club of the Clark Free Public City for 46 years before retiring in School, the Sons of the American before moving to Sandy three years April 27, 2000 years ago. Library. In addition, she was a volun- 1972. Revolution and the Westfield His- ago. Mrs. Sullivan had been a school teer with Meals on Wheels at the The youngest member ever to be torical Society. Mr. Moesch was employed as a Gertrude Fischer, 81 crossing guard at the intersections of First Baptist Church in Westfield. elected to the New York Curb Ex- He was a former cubmaster and chef at Utah Foods in Salt Lake City Gertrude Bloom Fischer, 81, died Trinity Place and First Street and She was predeceased by her hus- change, he was a member of the scoutmaster, and received the Out- in Utah and studied and apprenticed on Sunday, April 16, at the Central First Street and Rahway Avenue in band, Francis A. V. Sullivan, in 1995. Municipal Bond Club in New York standing Citizenship Award in 1975 as a chef in Germany. He was a New Jersey Jewish Home for the Surviving are five sons, Robert City and the Hartford Bond Club. from the Westfield Policemen’s Be- member of the Deutscher Club in Ethel G. Unverzagt, 81 Sullivan, Gregory Sullivan, Paul nevolent Association. Clark. Aged in Somerset. Born in Brooklyn, she had lived in Ethel G. Unverzagt, 81, of Wan- Sullivan, Jerry Sullivan and Joseph Nettie Pizzi, 92 He was predeceased by his wife, Mrs. Moesch was an administra- Sullivan; a daughter, Katherine Stites; Rebecca P. Whitcomb, in 1996. tive laboratory director for the Pri- Elizabeth, Spotswood and East tage died on Friday, April 21, in the Nettie Pizzi, 92, of Gillette died on Andover Nursing Center. a sister, May Fitzgerald; 14 grand- Surviving are two sons, Edward P. mary Children’s Medical Center in Brunswick before becoming a resi- children and four great-grandchil- Sunday, April 23, at Overlook Hospital dent of the Jewish Home last April. Born in Elizabeth, she had lived in in Summit. Whitcomb of Williamsburg, Va. and Salt Lake City. dren. Bruce H. Whitcomb of Berkeley She was a member of ORT. Summit, Oak Ridge and Scotch Plains Born in Springfield, she had lived in She graduated from the University A Funeral Liturgy was offered on Heights; a daughter, Sandra Danitz of of New Hampshire and Rutgers Uni- Surviving are a son, Bruce Fischer before moving to Wantage in 1992. Westfield before moving to Gillette 16 Mrs. Unverzagt had been employed Tuesday, April 25, in St. Helen’s years ago. Columbus; a sister, Helen Whitcomb versity in New Brunswick, receiving of East Brunswick; a daughter, Alyce Church, following the funeral from of Westfield; five grandchildren and a Bachelor of Science Degree from Fischer of Scotch Plains; a sister, as a secretary by United Counties Surviving are her husband, Michael (PNC) in Summit for 10 years, retir- the Dooley Colonial Home, 556 A. Pizzi; two sons, Ronald W. Pizzi five great-grandchildren. each school. Evelyn Fuer of Commack, N. Y., and Westfield Avenue in Westfield. In- and Richard A. Pizzi; a sister, Ruth A memorial service will be held at Mr. Moesch is survived by two four grandchildren. ing in 1984. She was a member of the Sussex terment took place in Fairview Cem- Volino, and three grandchildren. 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 29, at The sons, Andreas Moesch and Joe Services were held on Tuesday, Nutrition Site. etery, also in Westfield. A Mass was offered yesterday, Presbyterian Church in Westfield. Moesch, and a granddaughter. Mrs. April 18, at Mount Sinai Memorial Memorial donations may be made Wednesday, April 26, in St. Vincent Arrangements are being handled Moesch is survived by her mother, Surviving are a daughter, Anne Chapels in East Brunswick, followed Marie MacArthur; three sons, John to Helping Hands and Hearts, St. dePaul Church in Stirling, following by the Memorial Funeral Home, 155 Marie Tarantino, and two brothers, by interment at Beth Abraham Cem- Helen’s Center, 1600 Rahway Av- the funeral from the Smith and Smith South Avenue in Fanwood. George Tarantino and Thomas C. Unverzagt, Richard H. Unverzagt etery, also in East Brunswick. and George A. Unverzagt; 10 grand- enue, Westfield, 07090. (Suburban) in Springfield. Memorial donations may be made Tarantino Jr. Memorial contributions may be April 27, 2000 April 27, 2000 to the Smith House Health Care Cen- The funeral was held on Saturday, children and eight great-grandchil- made to Jewish Family Services or to dren. ter, Willsboro, N. Y., 12996, or to The the Central New Jersey Jewish Home A service was held on Monday, Presbyterian Church in Westfield. Philip T. Gans, 90, Decorated Veteran; April 27, 2000 Margaret Croag, 76 for the Aged, 380 DeMott Lane, April 24, in the Pinkel Funeral Home Somerset, 08873. in Sussex. Ernest J. Caprarola, 77 Margaret Willis Croag, 76, of April 27, 2000 April 27, 2000 One of River Kwai Prisoners-of-War Montesano, Wash. died on Tuesday, Philip T. Gans of Scotch Plains, War, Scotch Plains-Fanwood Veter- Ernest J. Caprarola, 77, a lifelong April 11, in Grays Harbor Commu- resident of Scotch Plains, died on Mon- Lydia M. Brunner, 82, Club Member 90, a decorated United States Navy ans of Foreign Wars No. 10122 and day, April 24, at Muhlenberg Regional nity Hospital in Aberdeen, Wash. veteran and former prisoner of war, American Legion Post No. 209 and Medical Center in Plainfield. Born on May 16, 1923 in Helped Raise Funds for Needy Youth died on Sunday, April 23, in the Disabled American Veterans. Mr. Caprarola had been the owner Melbourne, Wash., the daughter of Veterans Administration Hospital in He was also a member of the and operator of Caprarola Plumbing in Clarence and Lula Belle Goss Willis, Lydia M. Mac Donald Brunner, Home, 318 East Broad Street, East Orange. Westfield Knights of Columbus Scotch Plains for 30 years before retir- she had lived in Montesano and in 82, of Westfield died on Wednesday, Westfield. Interment took place at Born in Brooklyn in 1910, Mr. Council No. 1711, the Cruiser Sail- ing in 1980. Scotch Plains for 52 years before April 19, at the Brighton Gardens Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. Gans had been employed as a ors Association, the American De- He was a member of the Italian Assisted Living By Marriott in Memorial donations may be made steamfitter at a government strategic fenders of Bataan and Corrigidor, American Club of Scotch Plains and a returning to Montesano in 1996. materials storage facility in Belle and other organizations. communicant of St. Bartholomew the Mrs. Croag had been employed as Mountainside. to the Atlantic Home Care & Hos- Born in Westfield, she had lived pice, 33 Bleeker Street, Millburn, Mead before retiring in 1971. He was predeceased by his wife, Apostle Roman Catholic Church in a registered nurse for more than 30 During World War II, he was among Isabelle Gans, in 1996. Scotch Plains. years before retiring. there for most of her life. She had 07041. He was predeceased by two sisters, April 27, 2000 1,065 hands on aboard the USS Hous- Surviving are two sons, Philip She also served in the United States resided in Silver Spring, Md. during ton, a heavy cruiser stationed in the Gans, 2nd of Peekskill, N. Y. and Elsie Novello and Amelia Dudak, and a Navy as a nurse from 1942 to 1945. World War II. Albert G. Stalgaitis, 78 Java Sea. He was one of 368 survi- Richard Gans of Hanlin, Pa., and two brother, Albert Caprarola. A 1940 graduate of Montesano Mrs. Brunner had been employed vors after a torpedo attack sank the granddaughters. Surviving are a sister, Esther as a secretary for the Bank of New Albert G. Stalgaitis, 78, of ship on March 1, 1942. A Funeral Mass was held on Mon- Checchio. High School, she also earned a de- Fanwood died on Thursday, April York in Manhattan for several years Along with fellow shipmates, he day, April 24, at St. Bartholomew the Funeral services will begin at 9 a.m. gree from St. Peter’s School of Nurs- 20, at Muhlenberg Regional Medical today, Thursday, April 27, at the Rossi ing in Olympia, Wash. in 1942. before her marriage. She then be- was picked up by Japanese forces Apostle Church. Burial will take Center in Plainfield. and became a prisoner of war. Dur- place on Monday, May 1, in Arling- Funeral Home in Scotch Plains, fol- She was predeceased in July by came a homemaker. Born in McAdoo, Pa. to John and lowed by a 10 a.m. Mass at St. She had also worked as a nurses’ ing that period, he was among those ton National Cemetery in Virginia. Bartholomew the Apostle Church. her husband, Roy A. Croag, whom Mary Stalgaitis, he had lived in Or- used as slave labor to build the Burma- Arrangements were under the di- she married on October 21, 1945. aide at the Walter Reed Hospital in ange before relocating to Fanwood Memorial contributions may be made Siam “Death Railroad” later made rection of the Rossi Funeral Home in to the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad, P. Surviving are five daughters, Karen Washington, D. C. during World War 45 years ago. famous by the movie The Bridge on Scotch Plains. II. Mr. Stalgaitis, who began his ca- O. Box 325, Scotch Plains, 07076. Bowes of Palos Verdes Estates, Calif., the River Kwai. He was liberated in April 27, 2000 April 27, 2000 She attended a secretarial business reer as a machinist general for the September of 1945. April Arnesen of Fort Lauderdale, former Metal Textile Corporation in Fla., Kristen Paparella of Scotch school. Before being assigned to the Hous- Joseph Sieczka, 80, Decorated Veteran; Mrs. Brunner was a member of the Orange, had been employed for 45 ton, he had been assigned to a patrol Plains, Ellen Ferrara of New Orleans, years as a supervising engineer in La. and Margaret Dettelbach of Plainfield Country Club, where she boat on the Yangtze River in China. development, production and main- Later, he drove supply trucks over Retired Cost Accountant and Manager Hermosa Beach, Calif.; a brother, belonged to various women’s groups tenance with various corporations in which raised money for needy chil- the Himalayas into China. Joseph W. Sieczka, 80, of Fanwood Plains. Raymond Willis of Montesano; a sis- central New Jersey. He retired from Mr. Gans’ 23 years of service in- died on Friday, April 14, at He graduated from Rutgers Uni- ter, Dolores Jordan of Ocean Shores, dren. She was also a member of St. the Amloid Corporation in Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- versity in Newark in 1941. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Westfield. cluded reactivation during the Ko- Wash., and 11 grandchildren. Saddlebrook in 1986. rean Conflict to train troops. ter in Plainfield. Surviving are his wife of 50 years, A graveside service of interment She was predeceased by her hus- He was a United States Navy vet- He was a Boy Scout leader from Born in Beaver Falls, Pa., he had Doris J. Kelly Sieczka; a son, Paul took place on Saturday, April 15, in band, John E. Brunner, Sr., in 1995. eran of World War II, having served 1958 to 1968 at St. Bartholomew the lived in Elizabeth before moving to Sieczka of Berkeley Heights; four in the Pacific Theater. the Wynooche Cemetery in Surviving are a son, John E. Apostle Roman Catholic Church in Fanwood 45 years ago. daughters, Linda Horrigan of Wad- Brunner, Jr. of Stratford, Conn.; two Surviving are his wife, the former Scotch Plains and coached youth Mr. Sieczka had been employed as ing River, N.Y., Debra Sieczka of Montesano. Alice Lea Marshall, whom he mar- Arrangements were under the di- daughters, Pamela B. Wood of baseball in Scotch Plains during the a cost accountant and manager for Roselle Park, Wendy Pierce of ried on January 22, 1949; a son, Rogers, Hoge Hills in New York City Ferrisburgh, Vt. and Valerie Sieczka rection of Cascade Services of Wash- Tolland, Conn. and Karen Baily of 1960s. Robert A. Stalgaitis of Upper Black He was awarded the Purple Heart before retiring in 1992. of Morris Plains, and two sisters, ington at Aberdeen. Mountainside; a brother, Donald Mac Eddy, Pa.; a daughter, Patricia S. Donald of Bay Head; seven grand- for injuries suffered as a prisoner of He was a veteran of World War II, Sophie Pasko and Helen Mallack. Memorial contributions may be Courtright of Jersey Shore, Pa.; a war; a Presidential Citation with one having served with the Infantry of Funeral services were held on Tues- made to the Montesano Fire Depart- children and three great-grandchil- sister, Eleanor Rickey of McAdoo, the United States Army in the Pacific day, April 18, at the Memorial Fu- dren. star; the American Defense Medal ment, 310 East Pioneer, Montesano, Pa.; a brother, Joseph Stalgaitis, also with one star; a Good Conduct Medal Theater. neral Home, 155 South Avenue in A funeral service was held on Sat- Wash. 98563. of McAdoo, and a granddaughter. with four stars and medals for Yangtze He was a recipient of the Bronze Fanwood, followed by a Mass at the April 27, 2000 urday, April 22, at the Gray Funeral Private arrangements were under River service; Asiatic Pacific service Star and a member of the 27th Divi- Immaculate Heart of Mary Church the direction of the Memorial Fu- with two stars; China service, Philip- sion Association. in Scotch Plains. Interment will fol- neral Home, 155 South Avenue in pine defense and World War II Vic- Mr. Sieczka was a communicant low at St. Gertrude’s Cemetery in Gertrude Sonkin, 94, Former Teacher; Fanwood. tory. of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Colonia. Memorial donations may be made He was a member of the Military Roman Catholic Church in Scotch April 27, 2000 to the American Cancer Society, New Order of the Purple Heart, the Old Was Member of Westfield Hadassah Jersey Division Inc., Union County Gertrude Rosenmann Sonkin, 94, well as at other area adult daycare Guard of Westfield, the Fleet Re- Unit, P.O. Box 815, Elizabeth, 07207- serve Association, the USS Houston Sophie Pieta, 83, Owned Luncheonette; of Colonia died on Thursday, April centers, for the past several years. 0815. Survivors, American Ex-Prisoners of 20, at the Westfield Center, Genesis She was predeceased by her hus- April 27, 2000 Was Member of Area Ladies Auxiliary ElderCare Network in Westfield. band, Dr. Samuel Sonkin, in 1974; a Sophie Pieta, 83, of Scotch Plains beth. Born in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., she brother, Morris S. Rosenmann, in Bernice Dutkowski, 84, Was Assembler died on Thursday, April 20, at home. Surviving are a son, Leon Pieta; a had lived in Miami Beach, Fla. be- 1963, and by her parents, Henry and Born in Poland, she had lived in daughter, Margaret Hansen; a brother, fore moving to Colonia 42 years ago. Dora Peller Rosenmann. For Wildcat Fighter Planes During War Elizabeth and Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Andrew Urban; six grandchildren and before moving to Scotch Plains 14 five great-grandchildren. Mrs. Sonkin had been employed Surviving are a daughter, Harriet Bernice Dutkowski, 84, of band, Alexander Dutkowski. as a kindergarten teacher at the Lear S. Brown of Colonia, and two grand- years ago. A Mass was offered on Tuesday, Mountainside died on Friday, April A Mass was offered on Tuesday, Mrs. Pieta had been the owner of April 25, in the Immaculate Heart of School in Miami Beach for 20 years children. 21, at home. April 25, in Our Lady of Lourdes Sophie’s Luncheonette in Elizabeth Mary Roman Catholic Church in Born in Bayonne, she lived in Roman Catholic Church in until 1946. Services were held on Saturday, for 10 years before retiring in 1965. Scotch Plains, following the funeral She attended Vassar College in April 22, at the Costello-Koyen Fu- Mountainside for many years. Mountainside. Interment took place She was a member of the ladies from the Krowicki McCracken Fu- During World War II, Mrs. in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. neral Home in Avenel. Interment will auxiliary of the Polish Legion Ameri- neral Home in Linden. Dutkowski had been an assembler East Hanover. She was a member of the Vassar take place at Vassar Temple Cem- can Veterans Post No. 91 in Eliza- April 27, 2000 Temple in Poughkeepsie and the etery in Poughkeepsie at a time to be for Eastern Aviation in Linden, where Arrangements were under the di- she worked on Wildcat fighter planes. rection of the Dooley Colonial Home, Westfield Chapter of Hadassah. arranged by the family. She previously was a seamstress 556 Westfield Avenue in Westfield. Julia Sullivan, 79, was Secretary Mrs. Sonkin played the piano at Memorial contributions may be for the Maidenform Brassiere Com- Memorial donations may be made Jewish Family and Vocational Ser- made to a charity of one’s choice. pany in Bayonne. to a favorite charity. At Exxon Chemical Company vices Elderday in Woodbridge, as April 27, 2000 April 27, 2000 She was predeceased by her hus- Julia Sullivan, 79, of Scotch Plains the Apostle Roman Catholic Church died on Tuesday, April 25, in in Scotch Plains, where she also Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- served as a Eucharistic minister. We appreciate ter in Plainfield. Mrs. Sullivan was also a Union Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. Born in New York City, she had County notary public. Caring & Courteous Service to the lived in Linden and Elizabeth before Surviving are two daughters, our neighbors moving to Scotch Plains in 1950. Joanne Empson and Patricia Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 Mrs. Sullivan had been employed Magalhaes; a sister, Ann Patrick, Like you, we appreciate having good neighbors. That's why we also as a secretary at the Exxon Chemical and three grandchildren. do our best to be good neighbors. Company in Florham Park for 30 A Mass was offered on Monday, As established members of the Westfield business community, we years before retiring in 1983. April 24, in St. Bartholomew the understand the security of dealing with people you know, people you trust! She was a graduate of the Coleman Apostle Church, following the fu- We've built our reputation on this trust. Business School in Newark. neral from the Rossi Funeral Home Westfield She was a member of the Rosary in Scotch Plains. 556 Westfield For over 100 years, we've provided area families with sound advice Altar Society of St. Bartholomew April 27, 2000 Avenue and caring service at times of personal loss. We believe we help the most by listening and providing choices. 233-0255 We hope you remember you can turn to us in times of need. You can John L. Dooley also talk to us about planning ahead... removing this burden from the Manager minds of others. Please call us or stop by.

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Meeting Fear With Faith Allows Sixth Annual Anti-Bias Forum Us to Truly Celebrate Our Lives On Tap for May 3 at Temple WESTFIELD — The Union of Scotch Plains. A Weekly Column From Members County Committee Against Hate will The program is free and will in- of the Ministerial Associations present its sixth annual community clude interpretation for the hearing- forum of anti-bias messages on impaired. It will open with a short By REV. DONALD K. HUMMEL that in keeping us “safe” are shutting Wednesday, May 3, at 7 p.m. at movie, entitled “The Power of Hate,” “Fear knocked at my door, Faith out the light and pushing others away. Temple Emanu-El, 756 East Broad that informs viewers about bias and answered and no one was there.” We are isolated and profoundly alone Street in Westfield. hate crimes. A brief reception will What is it you fear? I mean really and lonely. We feel empty, discon- New Jersey Attorney General John conclude the event. are worried to death about. The nected and maybe even dead inside. J. Farmer and Jimmie Jones of a people, places and things that abso- We wonder how we got this way and special development program known lutely consume your time and atten- what we can do to change this sad as “Facing History and Ourselves” Blood Drive Planned tion. Chances are, if you are like me, state. will be the keynote presenters at this On May 3 in Westfield At this time of year, the major most of our fears are that we will lose event, entitled “Standing Together WESTFIELD — The Blood Cen- something we already have (or think religious traditions celebrate some Against Hate VI.” form of liberation from the “sins” ter of New Jersey has announced that we have) or that we will fail to get Participating in the forum will be a blood drive will take place on something we demand (or think we and slavery that have tyrannized so business leaders, government pro- many and offer hope and new life. Wednesday, May 3, from 3 to 8 p.m. have a right to). fessionals, law enforcement person- at the Westfield/Mountainside Chap- As we muddle through this life, we We are invited to walk trustingly nel from throughout the county and through the “valley of the shadow” ter of the American Red Cross, lo- usually learn more through our fail- SWEET SOUND…Friends of Music at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Westfield members of educational, religious, cated at 321 Elm Street in Westfield. ures than successes — that our pos- of our particular and personal death will present the Parish Choir of the church, along with Garth Greenup, media, civic and community organi- or dying. Donors must be at least 18 years sessions can all too easily possess us principal trumpet of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, in concert on zations. old. Seventeen-year-olds may do- and we wake up one morning to the This trust is a basis for the faith Sunday, May 7 at 7 p.m. Featured works will be from Franz Joseph Haydn’s The program is dedicated to the that can drive away those nagging Harmoniemesse and Trumpet Concerto. The choir will be joined by soloists and nate with parental permission. There feeling that the light of freedom to memory of the late Union County is no upper age limit for donors, celebrate life is greatly dimmed to fears that plague our life journey and members of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Prosecutor Andrew K. Ruotolo and allow us to open the door confi- Charles M. Banks. St. Paul’s is located at 414 East Broad Street in Westfield. For provided that they meet health re- the point where all spontaneity is further information, please call Mr. Banks at (908) 232-8506, extension no. 17. his efforts against bias crimes in New quirements. Donors should know lost, and we wonder why we were put dently. As our friends in 12-step pro- Jersey. grams remind us, “Religion is for Donations will be accepted at the door. their social security number and bring here in the first place. This year, a special award in his a signed form of identification. We’re so afraid that we’ve built people who are afraid of going to memory will be presented to Lisbeth hell, spirituality is for those who People with a fever or sore throat high, strong walls of fear — fear that Four Men to be Recognized Brodie of Westfield. A second award should wait until they are feeling has multiple faces and facets — walls have been there!” in memory of William Eldridge, a If we accept the invitation of our better before donating, and there is a former member of the committee, 24-hour deferral for teeth cleanings Author Rebecca Libutti respective religious traditions and With ‘Good Scout’ Award will be presented to Lauren Blalock their experience of God (as they may and fillings. To Visit Local Library variously know and name that higher WESTFIELD — The “Good Chairman of this year’s event, at Vacation Bible School Individuals who have traveled out- For Book-Signing power), we can be spiritually alive Scout” Award will be presented to (908) 654-8700. side of the United States recently are once again, and by confronting and Gerald J. Hughes, William S. The public is invited to attend. Pre-registration Set asked to call the Blood Center for SCOTCH PLAINS — The Friends accepting — rather than avoiding or Jeremiah, 2nd A. Donald Pray and Tickets may be purchased by calling eligibility criteria. For more infor- of the Scotch Plains Public Library will Owen L. Waltman at the Toast to Kenneth Mayd at (908) 654-9191 At Woodside Chapel mation or to sign up for the blood host a book signing this Saturday, April denying — our specific “givens” (good and bad ), we can and will Scouting Awards Night on Thursday, extension no. 119. FANWOOD — The Woodside drive, please call the Blood Center at 29, between 10 a.m. and noon at the May 4, at The Westwood in Garwood. Chapel, located at 5 Morse Avenue (800) BLOOD NJ. library, located at 1927 Bartle Avenue. luxuriate in the light and freedom that is ours by design and destiny. All four men will receive the award Local Rosarians in Fanwood, has invited members of Scotch Plains resident Rebecca for outstanding community service the community to pre-register on the PUBLIC NOTICE Libutti will be on hand to discuss her Religious expression will “give Set Spaghetti Dinner through their interest and leadership Internet or by telephone for its Daily SHERIFF’S SALE book, entitled “That’s Unacceptable,” thanks and remember” and we — SCOTCH PLAINS — St. together — will celebrate, not just roles in multiple organizations. Vacation Bible School. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, which recounts her battle against a life- Bartholomew’s Rosary Altar Soci- This year’s theme, “Celebrate Life! CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, threatening brain tumor. survive, life today and every day that Mr. Hughes is President of Group Insurance of America and the Union ety will hold its annual Spaghetti From Beginning to Eternity,” will DOCKET NO. F-4863-99. She will also sign copies for indi- we are blessed to have. FIRST UNION MORTGAGE CORPO- County Chapter of the Vietnam Vet- Dinner in the school building on run from Monday through Friday, RATION, PLAINTIFF vs. ILDA T. viduals who wish to purchase the book. Is there a knock at the door of your Friday, May 5. There will be two The program is free and open to all heart? Is that fear knocking? Should erans of America. Mr. Jeremiah is a June 26 to 30, from 9:30 a.m. to RAMALHO, ET ALS., DEFENDANT. seatings, one at 5:30 p.m. and the noon. It is open to children entering CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, residents. you…can you ...will you open the partner with Buttermore, Mullen, Jeremiah and Phillips and is a other at 7:30 p.m. kindergarten through seventh grade. DATED MARCH 8, 2000 FOR SALE OF door with gratitude and faith? Will The cost is $5 for children ages 5 MORTGAGED PREMISES. Rosarians Announce you step out into the light of the Westfield volunteer. For teenagers entering eighth By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- to 10 years old and $8 for adults. through 12th grade, an evening ses- freedom of an unconditionally loved Mr. Pray is a founding member of tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Annual Retreat Date For tickets, please call Kitty at public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union child of your Creator? What have the Optimist Club of Westfield and sion will be offered from Sunday WESTFIELD – The Holy Trinity Westfield’s Project Graduation. Mr. (908) 322-8809 or Edna at (908) through Thursday, June 25 to 29, County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, you got to lose except your fear? Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY and St. Helen’s Rosary Altar Society Waltman is an Executive Board mem- 889-2152. from 7 to 9:15 p.m. will celebrate their annual Retreat on What are you waiting for? THE 10TH DAY OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two Take a chance. You won’t be sorry. ber with the Patriots’ Path Council, There is no fee to attend. To pre- o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Thursday, May 4, at St. Joseph’s Shrine Knights to Kick Off successful bidders must have 20% of their Just open the door . Inc. of the Boy Scouts of America register online, please visit http:// in Stirling at 9:30 a.m. A hot lunch will and a member of the Monday Morn- home.att.net/~grnteror/ bid available in cash or certified check at the be served. The cost is $20. * * * * * Annual Fund Drive WoodsideChapelVBS.html and click conclusion of the sales. Sister Eleanor Mc Nichol of the Holy ing Craftsmen at The Presbyterian The judgment amount is EIGHTY TWO The Reverend Donald K. Hummel has Church in Westfield. SCOTCH PLAINS — Father John on “Mailform” to pre-register online. THOUSAND ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY Trinity Roman Catholic Church in served as a Roman Catholic priest for S. Nelligan Council No. 5730 of the EIGHT & 73/100 ($82,158.73). Westfield will be the moderator. The event will begin with a recep- Interested individuals may also pre- nearly 22 years in a variety of capacities. Knights of Columbus, representing register by calling the Director at Property to be sold is located in the CITY For reservations or further informa- Until April 16, he was a Parochial Vicar tion and silent auction at 6:15 p.m. OF ELIZABETH, COUNTY OF UNION, Jon M. Bramnick of Scotch Plains Scotch Plains and Fanwood, will (908) 232-5705. tion, please call Eleanor Pfaff at (908) at St. Helen’s Roman Catholic Church in conduct its 25th annual fund drive, in STATE OF NEW JERSEY. 232-3374. Individuals needing trans- Westfield. He has just joined St. will conduct a live auction. Premises commonly known as 603 portation are asked to meet at 525 First Bartholomew the Apostle Roman Catho- Anyone wishing to donate an item conjunction with the New Jersey State St. Bart’s Rosarians BRITTON STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW Street in Westfield at 8:45 a.m. lic Church in Scotch Plains as Pastor. or service may call George Kraemer, Council of the Knights of Columbus, JERSEY 07202. to aid retarded citizens and those Set Monthly Meeting, BEING KNOWN as Lot No. 4, Block No. with learning disabilities. 0273 on the official Tax Map of the CITY First Baptist to Offer Birthday Celebration OF ELIZABETH. The drive will take place Friday Dimensions: (approximately) 25 feet x Lunch, Restrooms ‘Sheep-to-Shawl’ Scheduled through Sunday, April 28, 29 and 30, SCOTCH PLAINS — The monthly 93.39 feet x 25 feet x 93.39 feet. throughout the state. Knights mem- meeting of St. Bartholomew’s Ro- Nearest Cross Street: CLARKSON AV- During Spring Fling bers and their supporters will be sta- sary Altar Society will be held on ENUE. This Sunday at Miller-Cory There is due approximately the sum of WESTFIELD — The First Baptist tioned at various locations through- Monday, May 1, following the 7:30 EIGHTY SIX THOUSAND THIRTY SEVEN Church, located at 170 Elm Street, will WESTFIELD — This Sunday, April On Sunday, May 7, the Miller-Cory out Fanwood and Scotch Plains for p.m. Mass and the crowning of a & 09/100 ($86,037.09) together with lawful be open for use of the restrooms from 30, the annual “Sheep-to-Shawl” festi- House Museum will celebrate May the duration of the fundraiser. statue of the Virgin Mary. Guests are interest and costs. noon to 5 p.m. this Sunday, April 30, val will take place at the Miller-Cory Day. Ninety percent of the contribu- welcome. There is a full legal description on file in during the annual Westfield Spring the Union County Sheriff’s Office. House Museum, located at 614 Moun- The museum gift shop offers a vari- tions the Council receives will be Following the brief meeting will The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Fling. tain Avenue in Westfield, from 1 to 5 ety of educational materials, Colonial distributed within Union County, with be the annual Rosary Birthday Party. this sale. Free lemonade will be offered at a p.m. The festival will take place rain or reproductions and handicrafts, includ- the remaining 10 percent to be com- Individuals are urged to reserve their RALPH FROEHLICH hospitality table on the front lawn. A SHERIFF shine. ing cookbooks and Colonial recipes bined with contributions from other cookbook, as there will only be a hot dog lunch will also be available Visitors will have an opportunity to prepared by the Miller-Cory cooks. FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, Attorneys councils throughout the state in sup- limited number available. Cookbook Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza from noon to 2 p.m. see the entire process of shearing sheep. For information about the museum reservations will help determine how Individuals who can quote a Bible Master sheep shearer Jeremy Mills of and its calendar of events, please call port of similar activities and pro- 216 Haddon Avenue grams at the state level. many should be published. Westmont, New Jersey 08108 verse will receive their hot dog for free. Hamilton Square will demonstrate the (908) 232-1776, Monday through Fri- CH-755155 (WL) (Bibles will be available for those who process using hand shears as was done day, between 9 a.m. and noon. 4 T - 4/13, 4/20, want to read and learn a verse.) in the 18th and 19th centuries. The 4/27 & 5/4/00 Fee: $ 177.48 For further information, please call sheep will be provided by Beverly Eaton Interfaith Singles Post Good News PUBLIC NOTICE (908) 233-2278. of the 4-H Club of Somerset County. Upcoming Meetings Attendees will also see the produc- SHERIFF’S SALE New Jersey Orators tion of woven cloth from woolen fi- WESTFIELD — Interfaith Singles, Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, bers, which includes carding, spinning a support group for single adults over out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Announce Meetings and weaving. age 45, will meet on Sundays, May 7, DOCKET NO. F-15190-98. SCOTCH PLAINS — The New Jer- Children will be able to try their 14, 21 and 28, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled NATIONSBANC MORTGAGE CORPO- sey Orators, founded in 1985 by a RATION, PLAINTIFF vs. NORMA LL- hands at various crafts and a bake sale the First Baptist Church, 170 Elm Street all the night,and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word ANOS, DEFENDANT. small group of African-American cor- will be conducted throughout the after- in Westfield. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, porate executives, meets each Thurs- noon. Taste treats will also be available Continental breakfast will be avail- I will let down the net. DATED NOVEMBER 3, 1999 FOR SALE day evening from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at for visitors to sample in the Frazee able and a $2 donation is requested. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. St. John’s Baptist Church, 2387 Morse Building. For further information, please call The Gospel By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Avenue in Scotch Plains. Luke: 4,5 tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by There is no fee to attend the event. (908) 889-5265 or (908) 889-4751. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union A non-profit organization, New Jer- However, any donation to Miller-Cory County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, sey Orators seeks to provide minority to support its children’s educational Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY youth ages 7 to 18 with strong verbal programs would be appreciated. THE 3RD DAY OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two and oratorical skills, as well as an ap- o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All preciation of black literature and the PUBLIC NOTICE successful bidders must have 20% of their arts through exposure to various forms bid available in cash or certified check at the SHERIFF’S SALE conclusion of the sales. of oratory. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED For further information on this pro- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, THIRTY NINE THOUSAND NINE-HUN- gram, please call Acting Head Coach DOCKET NO. F-17438-97. DRED FIFTY FOUR & 09/100 Mary Gladden at (908) 753-8557. CITICORP MORTGAGE INC., PLAIN- ($139,954.09). TIFF vs. LUIS RAMIREZ AND ZORAIDA BEING KNOWN as Lot(s) No. 198, Block PUBLIC NOTICE RAMIREZ HIS WIFE; LILIANA RAMIREZ, No. 8, ON THE TAX MAP OF City of Eliza- ET ALS., DEFENDANT. beth, New Jersey. SHERIFF’S SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS 941 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, DATED JULY 27, 1999 FOR SALE OF Anna Street. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, MORTGAGED PREMISES. BEING KNOWN AND DESIGNATED as DOCKET NO. F-14446-97. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Lot No. 23 as shown on a certain map NORWEST MORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by entitled “Map of Building Lots Between Mag- TIFF vs. THERESA WONG, ET AL., DE- public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union nolia and Spring Streets and Port Avenue,” FENDANT. County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, said map being filed in the Union County CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Register’s Office on 02-01-1866 as Map DATED MARCH 17, 2000 FOR SALE OF THE 3RD DAY OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two No. 535-B. MORTGAGED PREMISES. o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All BEGINNING at a point on the northeast- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- successful bidders must have 20% of their erly sideline of Anna Street, said point being tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by bid available in cash or certified check at the distant 275.00 feet southeasterly from the public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union conclusion of the sales. intersection of the southeasterly sideline of County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED Spring Street (also known as New Jersey Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY FORTY TWO THOUSAND ONE-HUN- State Highway Route 25), and the aforesaid THE 17TH OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two DRED EIGHTY FOUR & 89/100. northeasterly sideline of Anna Street, from o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All ($142,184.89). said beginning point; thence successful bidders must have 20% of their The property to be sold is located in the 1. Along the northeasterly sideline of Anna bid available in cash or certified check at the CITY of Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208, Street, South 56 degrees 42 minutes East, conclusion of the sales. County of UNION and State of New Jersey. 25.00 feet to a point; thence The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED Commonly known as: 254 Westfield Av- 2. North 33 degrees 18 minutes East, NINETY FIVE THOUSAND SIX-HUN- enue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208. 100.00 feet to a point; thence DRED SIXTY ONE & 44/100 ($195,661.44). Tax Lot No. 1650 in Block No. 13. 3. North 56 degrees 42 minutes West, Municipality: Elizabeth. Dimension of Lot: approximately 23.50 25.00 feet to a point; thence Street Address: 550 Jackson Avenue. feet wide by 200.00 feet long. 4. South 33 degrees 18 minutes West, Tax Lot No.: 8. Nearest Cross Street: Chilton Street. 100.00 feet to the point and place of BEGIN- Tax Block No.: 842. Situate at a point on the southerly sideline NING. Approximate dimensions: 25.01 feet x of Westfield Avenue distance approximately The premises are also known as Lot No. 102.56 feet x 25 feet x 101.71 feet. 663.50 feet westerly from its intersection 198 in Block No. 8 as shown on the City of Nearest cross street: Julia Street. with the westerly sideline of Chilton Street. Elizabeth Tax Map. There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of In accordance with a survey by A-1 Land TWO-HUNDRED THOUSAND SEVEN- ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY FIVE THOUSAND Surveys dated 10-24-97. HUNDRED TWELVE & 94/100 THREE-HUNDRED SEVENTY TWO & 38/ There is due approximately the sum of ($213,712.94) together with lawful interest 100 ($165,372.38) together with lawful in- ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND and costs. terest and costs. SEVEN-HUNDRED EIGHTY ONE & 14/ There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in 100 ($150,781.14) together with lawful in- the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. terest and costs. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn There is a full legal description on file in this sale. this sale. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn SHERIFF SHERIFF this sale. PLUESE, ETTIN, BEKCER & FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, RALPH FROEHLICH SALTZMAN, Attorneys Attorneys SHERIFF A division of Katz, Ettin, Levine, Suite 201 FRANK J. MARTONE, Attorney 905 North Kings Highway 7 Century Drive 4 Brighton Road Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Clifton, New Jersey 07012 CH-755177 (WL) CH-754723 (WL) CH-754926 (WL) 4 T - 4/20, 4/27, 4 T - 4/6, 4/13, 4 T - 4/6, 4/13, 5/4 & 5/11/00 Fee: $165.24 4/20 & 4/27/00 Fee: $ 187.68 4/20 & 4/27/00 Fee: $ 246.84 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, April 27, 2000 Page 13 Check it out on the website! www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS Sports Section - Pages 13-16 RACHEL WAGNER WHACKS TRIPLE, SINGLE, 2 RBI Blue Devils Win ‘Ugly’; Foil Lady Tiger Softballers, 5-4

By DAVID B. CORBIN hits in her six innings of pitching, hit with a run in the bottom of the in- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Tiger leadoff batter Salina Kahn. Two ning. How else? Caitlin MacDonald Sometimes things just do not seem wild pitches and an error later, Kahn walked and Wagner laid down a sac- to happen the way you want them! scored to put the Tigers in front, 2-1. rifice bunt. Next, a fly out to right That happened to the Westfield High Now, the Blue Devils responded field allowed MacDonald to tag up School softball team in its game against Linden on April 19 in West- field but the Blue Devils did what had to be done under those ugly circumstances. They won, 5-4. “It was ugly! It was an ugly game,” stressed Blue Devil Head Coach David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times PERSONAL-BEST TIME…Raider Nick Klastava crosses first in EN ROUTE TO VICTORY…Raider Erin Kelly, Maggie McFadden. “We made five the 1,600 meters with a personal-best time of 4:29. right, won the 1,600 meters with a time of 5:49. errors in the first five innings to help them (Linden) along. Linden played well. They hit the ball and made things happen.” KLASTAVA RUNS 4:29 1,600; JONES GETS :56 IN 400H However, Blue Devil sophomore Rachel Wagner was sitting pretty by game’s end after whacking a triple, tapping a single and finishing with Raider ‘Trackmen’ Trample two RBI. “She hit a very good shot. When she makes contact, she makes good contact with it,” said McFadden. The defensive grotesqueness be- Cranford Cougars, 91-26 gan in the top of the first when the Blue Devils committed two errors By DAVID B. CORBIN Jones and placed second with a time 10 meters. Halfway through the final but managed to yield only one run to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times of 56.4. Raider Mike Franzone lap Styler began his kick and came Tiger Charise Reid. But the Blue Whoosh! may have been the sound crossed at 1:03.96. side-to-side with him, but Klastava’s Devils snapped back in their half of on April 18 when the Scotch Plains- “Last year at this time, I was only long, steady stride forced Styler to the inning when Kristen Leonardis Fanwood High School boys track running 60,” pointed out Jones. “And fade at the end. Klastava crossed in singled and later scored on an error and field team swept first place in to be truthful I wasn’t happy about 4:29.1 – a personal best – and Styler by the catcher. every event and trampled easily over the weather today. I knew that Cran- finished in 4:33.5. Once an ugly game starts, a chain David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Cranford, 91-26, in Scotch Plains. ford had a runner but I didn’t know “At first, I was going to run behind reaction of head-shaking or bizarre OUT AT THIRD…Blue Devil shortstop Courtney Thornton holds onto the ball The two most impressive perfor- that he was going to push me like him and have him block the wind. events are likely to occur. And they after tagging out Tiger Laurel Hannis at third base. The Blue Devils defeated the mances were accomplished by Co- that. I heard him coming. That’s what Then I tried to take him in the third did! McDonald, who gave up just four Tigers, 5-4, in Westfield. Captains Nathan Jones in the 400 I needed though. A few more sec- lap and kick in the fourth lap,” said hurdles and Nick Klastava in the onds off and I will be ready for the Klastava. “I saw him come up on me and dart to third then a passed ball 1,600 meters. states.” and I had to go because I wasn’t FEIGHNER WINS THREE EVENTS allowed her to scamper home to tie Jones took a major step forward Klastava, who was spectacular, going to let him break away.” the score. toward being a major contender in took charge of his event midway “He’s been looking very good this Despite another error and a Tiger the state sectionals by crossing the through the third lap by passing Cou- season,” commented Raider distance single, the Blue Devils held then line first in the 400 hurdles with a gar Brian Styler, then maintaining a coach Jeff Koegel. “In the winter, he Raider Girls Crumble took a 3-2 lead in the third. But it was time of 56.1. Cougar Jon Ellis pushed smooth, front-running stride of about CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 not pretty! Alex Lee reached on an error and Katy Brunetto drilled a Track Cougars, 71-37 double to right-center. Then, a MACDONALD WHACKS 2-RUN HR., FLYNN GETS 2 HITS dropped pop-up at first allowed Lee Senior Katie Feighner captured the circle to win the shot put. Later, to score. first in three field events and the she picked up her third win with a However in the fourth, Wagner’s Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School 94’2” toss in the discus. Teammate “thunder stick” came alive as she Cougars Score 7 Runs in 4th; girls track and field team picked up Ruth Rohrer, who placed first in the hammered her triple down the left its third regular-season victory by 100 hurdles with a time of :17.3, took field line. Next, Lindsay Guierriero crumbling Cranford, 71-37, in Scotch second in the shot with a push of followed with an RBI pop single Plains on April 18. The Raiders won 29’7” and third in the discus with a over first. Stagger Blue Devil Nine, 12-2 firsts in eight of the 11 events that toss of 90’9”. Defensive shakiness continued in were contested. Raider Jayme Ferraro dusted the the top of the fifth and the Tigers Feighner punctured the turf in the field in the 400 hurdles, winning in reaped the benefits, tying the game By DAVID B. CORBIN gars was deafening in the top of the len bases, seven hits and one walk, javelin with a toss of 100 feet then 1:10.8 followed by Raider Alyssa 4-4. Latesha Bynan banged a leadoff Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times fourth. Coupled with opportunistic seven paws crossed the plate to give dented the ground 30’9” away from CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 Six Blue Devil errors set off a base running, three errors, three sto- the Cougars an 8-2 lead. chain reaction of events Nick Geissler relieved which converted a tight con- Majocha in the fifth and his test into a rout as the Cran- first meeting was with ford High School baseball Kindler who hammered a team capitalized to stagger triple to center. An RBI The Largest Garden Center the Westfield boys, 12-2, in single by Angel Navarette, Westfield on April 24. The an RBI triple by Rob Sands additional batting opportu- followed by an RBI sacri- In The Area Presents... nities and momentum set the fice fly by Jon Polinitza stage for a 15-hit Cougar at- pushed the Cougars’ lead to tack. 11-2. A double by Ryan Kulik Blue Devil Oscar Perez followed by a throwing error relieved in the sixth and and an RBI double by num- struck out two Cougars; ber eight, batter Andy however, Kindler com- Kindler, who went on to dev- pleted his cycle and con- astate the Blue Devils by hit- cluded the scoring with a ting for the cycle, gave the jaw-dropping, solo home Cougars a 1-0 lead in the run over the fence and into Planting second. A line shot to the the trees in remote right- OPEN glove of Blue Devil first center field. SpringSpring PlantingPlanting baseman Blair Richardson “Our defense disturbed YEAR followed by his toss to sec- David B. 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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 game we lost we have been in but our At one time, the Blue Devils’ en- defensive errors and mistakes have tire infield, excluding the catcher, cost us every game. Today, it was was comprised of sophomores. early and it cost us dearly in that one “This is a group of the nicest kids huge inning. Cranford is a very expe- who are very gentlemanly and I would rienced team and will take advan- take any one of them as a son; how- tage of all of our mistakes.” ever, on the baseball field they have to learn how to be more talkative and a little more aggressive,” said Tiger Boys Chill Brewster. “ They are still finding their way.” Blue Devils, 5-4 On the brighter side, Brewster The Westfield High School base- pointed out, “They all are going to be ball team watched victory being very good ball players. There’s no snatched from its grasp when Linden doubt in my mind. The talent level is scored two runs in the bottom of the there.” The Blue Devils slid to 3-6 while David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times seventh inning to win, 5-4, in Linden David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times READY TO MAKE THE TAG…Raider first baseman Megan Miller prepares on April 20. Tiger pitcher Dennis the Cougars improved to 9-2. CLEARING ANOTHER HURDLE…Raider Jayme Ferraro clears another to make a tag on a Terrier runner. Keefe struck out 11 Blue Devils. Cranford 010 731 12 hurdle en route to her victory in the 400-hurdle event against the Cougars. Sophomore Brett Picaro hammered Westfield 002 000 2 a two-run homer in the top of the third to give the Blue Devils a 3-0 lead. Later, in the fifth, sophomore SP-F Raider Girls Crumble SP-F Raiders Win It in 7th; Jay Cook whacked a solo homer to give the Blue Devils a 4-3 lead. Tiger Quiet Lady Terriers, 4-3 Craig Blazousky drilled an RBI Track Cougars, 71-37 double then scored the winning run CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 on an error. Sams at 1:11.9 and Cougar Maria 2. Ferraro SPF 27.5 3. Bellizeare up was dropped by the DV pitcher The Terriers tied the score in the Westfield (3-5) 003 010 0 4 Vultaggio at 1:13.55. But Ferraro at fifth when Jen Knapp ripped a two- Linden (6-2) 002 100 2 5 SPF 28.9 and Church scored. Next, Kellie :13.62 finished second to Cougar 400-meters: 1. Chester C 1:02.2, LaForge whizzed an RBI single over out RBI to right field. standout La’Kel Chester, who sped “She hit the ball to right and 2. Terry Van Horne C 1:03.0, 3. Kate second. Lady Cougars Chill across the line in :13.24 to seize first in Bereznak SPF 1:07.4 “She clocked that thing,” expressed Reddington got the ball and threw it the 100 meters. Raider Brittany to first. And it looked like the throw 800-meters: 1. Heath SPF 2:41.6, Butz of Church’s triple. Blue Devils, 4-1 Bellizeare came in third at :13.91. 2. Lindsay Fontana C 2:46.3, 3. beat the girl,” pointed out Butz. Chester also edged Ferraro in the 200 Pennella stepped to the plate in A pitchers’ duel went in favor of Bereznak SPF 2:48.0 the Cougars when the Blue Devils meters, both being timed at :25.5. 1,600-meters: 1. Kelly SPF 5:49, 2. the bottom of the seventh and lined Chester also captured first in the 400 a leadoff single to left. Next, she committed seven errors to hand Cran- Asia Lee C 5:57, 3. Kate Swan C 6:06 ford a 4-1 victory over the Westfield meters with a time of 1:02.19 followed 100-hurdles: 1. Rohrer SPF 17.3, stole second then stole third. Fi- by teammate Terri Van Horn at 1:03 nally, Reddington sealed the Ter- High School softball team in Cran- 2. Vultaggio C 18.2, 3. Sams SPF 18.3 ford on April 24. Sophomore Caitlin and Raider Kate Bezrutczyk at 1:07.4. 400-hurdles: 1. Ferraro SPF riers’ fate with her RBI single to The Raiders swept the 3,200 meters right. MacDonald allowed four hits and 1:10.8, 2. Sams SPF 1:11.9, 3. scored the only Blue Devil run but as Sandra Franco, Jillian DeMair Vultaggio C 1:13.6 “Both Lindsey and Megan came and, Lindsay Curry crossed the line through with key hits,” said Butz. Cougar pitcher Christine Pemoulie 3,200-meters: 1. Franco SPF yielded only three hits. with respective times of 15:30, 15:31 15:30, 2. DeMair SPF 15:31, 3. Curry “Megan has been playing right David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times Westfield 000 100 0 1 HOME RUN…Ryan MacDonald and 15:32. In the 1,600, Raider Erin SPF 15:32 field for us all season and Lindsey Kelly placed first with a time of 5:49 filled in at left field today.” Cranford 200 002 x 4 smacked a two-run home run. High jump: not available and Stephanie Heath won the 800 Shot put: 1. Feighner SPF 30' 9", The other Raider hits came from meters with a time of 2:41.6. senior Lauren Regenthal who 2. Rohrer SPF 29' 7", 3. Diane thumped a triple and slapped a Local Area High School GIRLS RESULTS: Matuszewski C 28' 1/2" single. 100-meters: 1. Chester C 13.3, Discus: 1. Feighner SPF 94' 2", 2. The Raiders elevated their 2. Ferraro SPF 13.7, 3. Bellizeare Matuszewski C 93' 11", 3. Rohrer record to 5-2 and the Terriers Varsity Tennis Results: SPF 13.9 SPF 90' 9" evened to 4-4. 200-meters: 1. Chester C 27.5, Javelin: 1. Feighner SPF 100' 0" APRIL 18: APRIL 20: David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times Delaware Valley 020 010 0 3 Raider Alicia Piniat Sc Plns-Fanwood 003 000 1 4 Union Catholic 4, Bound Brook 1 Governor Livingston 5, North 1st singles: Greg Savitt (BB) d. Plainfield 0 James Bischoff, 6-2, 6-0 1st singles: Frank Geiger d. Ken Local Area High School 2nd singles: J. T. Wilkinson (UC) Moy, 6-1, 6-1 Viking Netmen Stop Lions, d. Chris Metzler, 6-3, 6-4 2nd singles: Vijay Varma d. Brian 3rd singles: Drew Terpenning (UC) Galuska, 6-1, 6-1 Varsity Baseball Results: d. Marcos Hanech, 6-4, 7-6 (7-4) 3rd singles: Mark Papier d. Cory Then Fall to (7-1) Pioneers 1st doubles: Tom Kierzokowski Rothlisberger, 6-1, 6-0 APRIL 19: New Providence 12, Oratory 2 The Union Catholic High School Drew Terpenning at third singles and Ryan Price (UC) d. Brian Savitt 1st doubles: Chris Barnett and Cranford 19/15, Shabazz 2/2 Tom Beck, Jr. had a double and a boys tennis team staggered the Lions was the only Viking to win both of his and John Caemmerer, 8-1 Oliver Eng d. Adnan Syed and Dan Chris Shaw had a triple, a double single, stole two bases and scored of Roselle Catholic, 4-1, on April 19 matches. First Terpenning blanked 2nd doubles: Eric DaRocha and Bautista, 6-1, 5-7, 6-1 and four RBI in the first game and three runs for the 6-0 Pioneers. but were overcome, 4-1, by the New Lion Brian Scott, 6-0, 6-0, then he had Dan Majcen (UC) d. Matt Hardgrove 2nd doubles: Yiway Shieh and Jon Polinitza crushed a two-run Oratory (3-5) 020 000 2 Providence Pioneers on April 20. a tough but successful 6-3, 7-6 (7-4) and Phil Rosner, 8-2 Vivek Verikatachalem d.Umar Cheena homer in the second for the Cougars New Providence 310 053 12 who ripped up the Bulldogs. The Vikings record shifted to 5-3. victory over Pioneer Brian Jones. APRIL 19: and Alberto Valerio, 6-2, 6-1 APRIL 24: James Bischoff at first singles was Scotch Plains-Fanwood 5, Linden 0 Westfield 5, Cranford 0 Elizabeth 12, Irvington 0 Union 12, Irvington 0 Devil Laxers KO downed by Lion Arun Sunderam, 6- 1st singles: Gen Bekkelman d. Steve 1st singles: Griffin Maloney d. Minuteman Nick Caretta threw a Steve Andriola had two triples and 3, 6-4, then was stopped by Pioneer Kohutic, 6-0, 6-1 Conor Leddy, 7-6 (7-1), 6-4 two-hitter and Carlos Ferreiro had three RBI for the (7-3) Farmers. St. Joseph’s, 17-1 Steve Edwards, 6-2, 6-3. Second 2nd singles: Shawn Lafkowitz d. 2nd singles: Ryan Jones d. Andrew three RBI with a single and a double. singles player J. T. Wilkinson rocked Elizabeth 7, Newark East Side 4 The eighth-ranked Westfield High Brian Curley, 6-2, 6-7 (7-3), 6-0 Lee, 6-0, 6-1 A. L. Johnson 5, Roselle Catholic 4 Carlos Ferreiro blasted a two-run Lion Brandon Mirda, 6-1, 6-0, then 3rd singles: Chris Schlegel d. Rich 3rd singles: Dave Eisenberg d. Scott School boys lacrosse team damaged was beaten by Pioneer Ted Dave Corby drilled a two-run homer for the (9-1) Minutemen. St. Joseph’s of Metuchen, 17-1, in Trinh, 6-0, 6-1 Zucker, 6-2, 6-2 double for the (6-2) Crusaders. Niedzielski, 6-2, 6-1. 1st doubles: John Corbin and Paul 1st doubles: Ryan Buntain and Josh Metuchen on April 24. Inflicting most Vikings Tom Kierzkowski and Ryan APRIL 20: of the pain was Sean Joffe who Swedlund d. Yaniv Choen and Konrad Warren d. Brendan Muha and Kevin Price at first doubles beat Lions Jim Konik, 6-1, 6-2 Bostel, 6-2, 6-1 Scotch Plains-Fanwood 6, Summit 3 punched in five goals and added an Sweeney and Brian D’Agostini, 6-2, 2nd doubles: Doug Shineman and The Raiders upped their record to assist. 2nd doubles: Rob Bugg and Jesse 6-0. Next they fell in a real battle to Rogowsky d. Bill Turbett and Steve Will Cashman d. Keith Louie and Tom 3-2 and got a two-run homer from Alex Lau had three goals and an Pioneers Matt Sacco and Al Abril, Dube, 6-3, 3-6, 6-2 Flanagan, 6-2, 6-1 Dave Herrmann and an RBI double assist, Chris Dodge had two goals losing the first set 6-0, winning the from Anthony Blasi. and an assist and Mike Orlando fired second 7-6 (7-3), but falling in the in two goals. Brad Gillin had a goal PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Elizabeth 6, Plainfield 3 third 6-4. At second doubles, Erik It was Carlos Ferreiro who and two assists and Mike Todd had a DaRocha and Dan Majcen defeated TOWN OF WESTFIELD goal and an assist. Jack Kane, Ryan Public notice is hereby given that an ordinance of which the following is a copy was drilled a two-run double for the 8- Lions Adam Lewandowski and Javier introduced, read and passed on first reading by the Council of the Town of Westfield at a 3 Minutemen. Hogarth and Mike Debrossy each Rubid, 6-1, 6-1, then were stopped by meeting held April 25, 2000, and that the said Council will further consider the same for final had a goal and Matt Simone, Erik Pioneers Chuck Garber and John Gau, passage on the 9th day of May, 2000, at 8:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, Municipal Immaculata 10, Union Catholic 0 Finne and Greg Elliot each had an 6-2, 6-3. Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at which time and place any person The sixth-ranked Spartans pitch- assist. Chris Driscoll had 10 saves who may be interested therein will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning such ordinance. ers held the Vikings to only a single for the Blue Devils who upped their See it all on the web! Bernard A. Heeney from Guy Varady and one from John record to 4-2. Town Clerk Rakowski. GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. Westfield 5 7 0 5 17 www.goleader.com Immaculata (6-0) 060 04 10 St. Joseph’s 0 0 0 1 1 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 1732 FIXING THE ANNUAL SALARIES FOR THE MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS AND Union Catholic (1-6) 000 00 0 BLUE KEHLER’S CERTAIN OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD. Union 9, Newark East Side 1 BE IT ORDAINED by the Town Council of the Town of Westfield in the County of Union Steve Andriola and Kevin DEVIL YOUTH FOOTBALL as follows: McCarthy both had three hits for SECTION I. That General Ordinance No. 1732, the title of which is recited in the title of SOCCER CAMP this ordinance is hereby amended to read as follows: SALARIES the Farmers. For Boys The annual salaries of the Mayor and Councilmembers, Town Officers and employees CAMP herinafter named, shall be respectively as follows, such salaries to be effective as of: January PUBLIC NOTICE 3rd - 9th Grade 1, 2000. David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times Youth Week SHERIFF’S SALE U. C. Viking Mike Miskovich July Mayor $ 1.00 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Reduced Rate August 7 – 11 10 – 13 Each Councilmember 1.00 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Youth Only Week 9am - Noon Town Attorney 46,374.00 DOCKET NO. F-16110-97. PUBLIC NOTICE Municipal Magistrate 34,688.00 DOVENMUEHLE MORTGAGE COM- High School Week 9am - Noon Municipal Prosecutor 21,972.00 PANY, L.P., PLAINTIFF vs. SHANTI M. SHERIFF’S SALE August 14 – 18 each day Municipal Defender 9,068.00 SAVLA AND KOKILA S. SAVLA, HIS WIFE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, 9am - 1pm Legal Counsel (Planning Board) 9,283.00 ET AL, DEFENDANT. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Held Daily Across from Legal Counsel (Board of Adjustment) 9,283.00 CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DOCKET NO. F-15280-98. Tamaques School Fields Plumbing Subcode Official 25,875.00 DATED MAY 1, 1998 FOR SALE OF PENN FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK, Gary Kehler Stadium Plumbing Inspector P/T 9,999.00 Sponsored By Sponsored By MORTGAGED PREMISES. PLAINTIFF vs. JOSEPH ORNSTEIN AND Electrical Subcode Official 28,960.00 By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- SUSAN ORNSTEIN, H/W, DEFENDANT. Athletic Balance Athletic Balance Electrical Inspector P/T 9,315.00 tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, 908 • 232-1919 Fire Subcode Official 50,197.00 public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union DATED FEBRUARY 29, 2000 FOR SALE 261 South Ave • Westfield Secretary (Planning Board) 2,254.00 County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. 908 • 232-1919 Camp Directors: Secretary (Board of Adjustment) 2,254.00 Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Ed Tranchina of WHS SECTION II. This ordinance shall take effect as provided by law. THE 3RD DAY OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Camp Director: George Kapner Steve Ciccotelli of SPFHS 1 T – 4/27/00, The Leader Fee: $ 67.32 o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union successful bidders must have 20% of their County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, bid available in cash or certified check at the Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY conclusion of the sales. THE 10TH DAY OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two Westfield Baseball League The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Soccer Tryouts DRED FIFTEEN THOUSAND EIGHT- successful bidders must have 20% of their Summer Traveling Teams HUNDRED FIFTY SEVEN & 30/100 bid available in cash or certified check at the ($215,857.30). conclusion of the sales. Scotch Plains Express Property to be sold is located in the Bor- The judgment amount is FIFTY FOUR Registration & Tryouts ough of Mountainside, County of Union THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED THIRTY and State of New Jersey. SIX & 86/100 ($54,536.86). Age Travel Team Premises commonly known as 1062 The property to be sold is located in the Group When Where Sunny Slope Drive, Mountainside, New City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State Jersey 07092. of New Jersey. Commonly known as 322 11 & 12 Fri, May 5 - 5:30 & Sun, May 7 - 1:00 Gumbert BEING KNOWN as Lot No. 5, Block No. Pine Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey. Tax Lot U13 Boys – Fall & Spring 7F on the official Tax Map of the Bor- No. 1, Block No. 476. Dimensions of Lot: 25 9 & 10 Sat, May 6 - 6:00 & Sun, May 7 - 4:00 Gumbert ough of Mountainside. feet wide by 100 feet long. Nearest cross 15 & 16 Sat, May 6 - 5:00 & Sat, May 13 - 5:00 Tamaques 5 for Highly Dedicated & Skilled Players Dimensions: (approximately) 175 feet x street: Situate on the southwesterly side of 100 feet. Pine Street, 275 feet from the northwesterly 14 Sat, May 6 - 3:00 & Sat, May 13 – 3:00 Tamaques 5 Nearest Cross Street: Summit Road. side of Third Street. 13 Fri, May 5 - 6:00 & Fri, May 12 - 6:00 Tamaques 4 There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of Friday, May 5 • 5 to 7:30 p.m. TWO-HUNDRED SIXTY FIVE THOU- FIFTY NINE THOUSAND THREE-HUN- 8 Sun, May 7 - 5:00 & Sun, May 14 - 5:00 Tamaques 3 SAND SIX-HUNDRED THIRTY FOUR & DRED SEVENTY ONE & 13/100 All times are P.M. • Age group cut-off is August 1 67/100 ($265,634.67) together with lawful ($59,371.13) together with lawful interest interest and costs. and costs. Tryouts are required for competitive summer travel teams. Participation There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in requires a major commitment from both players & parents (weekends & For More Information the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. weeknights during June & July). WBL will field teams in the 8’s, 9’s, 10’s, The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn 11’s, 12’s, 13’s, 14’s & Jr. American Legion. this sale. this sale. Call Rick Fleissner RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH Registration cost is $150/child – 9 & under; $175/child – 10 & above. Mail checks SHERIFF SHERIFF & registration forms to WBL, PO Box 156, Westfield, NJ 07091. Forms are FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, Attorneys PENN FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK available at Kehler’s Athletic Balance & The Leader Store. Suite 505 Sentry Office Plaza Legal Department (908) 322-2095 216 Haddon Avenue 622 Eagle Rock Avenue You must be registered with the WBL prior to tryouts. Westmont, New Jersey 08108 West Orange, New Jersey 07052-2989 CH-753856 (WL) CH-755140 (WL) Call WBL Message Center (908) 233-4767 [email protected] 4 T - 4/6, 4/13, 4 T - 4/13, 4/20, in case of inclement weather, for further details • www.westfieldnj.com/wbl 4/20 & 4/27/00 Fee: $ 181.56 4/27 & 5/4/00 Fee: $ 167.28 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, April 27, 2000 Page 15 TURTURIELLO EXCELS, CALABRESE CRACKS HOMER Blue Devils Win ‘Ugly’; Foil GL Softball Highlanders Jar Lady Tiger Softballers, 5-4 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 double and stole third, then Erica game, Guierriero at third and Corbett Snarling Lady Cougars, 6-1 Drodz was hit by a pitch, putting in center were outstanding. runners on the corners with two outs. “Lindsay played very well at third Drodz attempted to steal second and and Paige is a real steady player. She By FRED LECOMTE the double play. and Iacono commented, “We need to Blue Devil catcher Carolyn Matthews is somebody I can rely on defen- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Asked about her outstanding de- play our game, we are still looking to was right on the money with the sively.” acknowledged McFadden. Pitcher Gina Turturiello struck out fensive play, Pisano said, “When develop character, we need to play throw; however, nobody was at sec- “They are a decent team,” said four, walked one and tossed a four- they hit it my way, I’ll do whatever more consistent as a unit. We have ond to complete the financial trans- McFadden of Linden. “We played hitter as the Governor Livingston needs to be done to get the out. had our moments, but we’re still not action. Bynan scored and Drodz them the first time and beat them 11- High School softball team jarred Diving for a ball is my favorite there.” scooted to third. Moments later, 0 and we never let them get into the Cranford, 6-1, in Berkeley Heights thing to do and today I was given The 4-2 Lady Highlanders face a Drodz scored on a passed ball. game. But this time we lost control on April 20. Turturiello also went the opportunity to execute a play busy upcoming schedule with games “Actually we got our signals of the game and it was very close. three for three in the game. for the out.” against Ridge, Hillside and Roselle crossed,” explained McFadden of the Linden looked like they were ready Highlander Catholic. throw to second. “That ball was sup- to play today and my team didn’t.” bats exploded in Cranford 010 000 0 1 David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times posed to go some- the fourth, scor- Gov Livingston 000 312 x 6 Devil Caitlin MacDonald place else.” ing three runs. Stability was still McDonald, wobbly and the Ti- Turturiello and gers loaded the Piccarillo all Raider ‘Trackmen’ Trample bases with two outs singled, then in the sixth, but Klebaur lined Devil reliever Peggy her two-run Cranford Cougars, 91-26 Doerr stepped in got double. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 the next batter to Piccarillo then ground out to scored when wasn’t practicing as hard as he should. recorded personal-best, first-place Guierriero at third. Moore reached So, I got on his case and said that he times of 2:02.4 and 10:04.7, respec- In the bottom of on an error. had to run every day. And, he did tively. the sixth, Wagner Turturiello that. He knocked seven seconds off The Raiders lifted their record to 3- beat out an infield held the Cou- his best time. It was the first time in 0 while the Cougars slumped to 2-1. single, Guierriero gars to three my four years as coach that anybody BOYS RESULTS: walked and Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times ground outs in (Raider) has run under 4:30 in a dual 100-meters: 1. Jamil Coles (SPF) Matthews tapped a ROUNDING THIRD…Highlander Gina Piccarillo rounds the fifth. Then, meet.” dribbler 20 feet third and heads for home against the Cougars. 11.5, 2. Chaz Curtis (C) 11.6, 3. Calabrese Considering some superstition may Anthony Cary (SPF) 11.8 down the third launched her have played a role in Klastava’s re- 200-meters: 1. Ray Williams baseline, setting up But, Liz Klebaur led the High- towering home run to remote left, cent success since ripping the tongue (SPF) 22.8 2. Jones (SPF) 23.5 3. a bases loaded situ- lander assault with two doubles and upping the score to 4-1. in his shoes, Koegel pointed out, “I Coles (SPF) 24.0 ation. Keeping with David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times two RBI and Jenny Calabrese crushed Klebaur added an exclamation 400-meters: 1. Williams (SPF) the bizarre, CATCHING A FLY NEAR FIRST…Blue Devil first a solo home run. Defensively, senior mark in the bottom of the sixth, 51.3 Leonardis looped a baseman Alex Lee snags a fly ball near first for the out second baseman Gina Pisano was displaying her power as she bashed a 800-meters: 1. Mike Dixon (SPF) pop-up toward first as second baseman Kristen Leonardis closes in. outstanding. ball deep to left for her second double 2:02.4 2. Ellis (C) 2:04.5, 3. Chris which was automati- Cranford’s Terry Biunno, enter- of the game. Moore followed by Bingham (C) 2:09.4 cally ruled as an out via infield fly The win elevated the Blue Devils’ ing her ninth year at the helm, look- rifling an RBI double into center, 1,600-meters: 1. Klastava (SPF) rule. But, the ball was dropped and record to 4-3 while the Tigers ing to avenge a 10-2 loss to the lighting up the scoreboard to 6-1. 4:29.1, 2. Styler (C) 4:33.5, 3. Ed Wagner alertly tagged up and dashed stumbled to 1-6. Highlanders in the semifinals of last Pisano and freshman Meghan Butler Feeley (C) 4:44.7 home with the winning run. Linden 110 020 0 4 year’s Union County tournament, also added singles in the inning. 3,200-meters: 1. Wallden (SPF) Despite a defensively wanting Westfield 111 101 x 5 commented, “Prior to the game, we “Being a bit more relaxed is do- 10:04.7, 2. Steve Oliveira (C) 10:07.3, had a private get-together. Last ing it for me. Before the game, I 3. K. C. Brown (C) 10:15.9 week, we lost two games by a single told myself that I have what it takes, 110-hurdles: 1. Anthony Cary Local Area High School run, so today against a good High- just go out there and do it,” said (SPF) 16.5 2. Franzone (SPF) 16.8, lander team, we knew what needed Klebaur. 3. Derrion Aberdeen (SPF) 18.0 to be done.” Turturiello ended the game on a 400-hurdles: 1. Jones (SPF) 56.1, Varsity Golf Results: The Cougars threatened in the strikeout, a walk and two ground 2. Jon Ellis (C) 56.4, 3. Mike first inning with singles from balls. Franzone (SPF) 1:03.9 APRIL 18: APRIL 20: Lyndsey Pfeiffer and Ashley Lebria Pleased with the their six run, 12 High jump: 1. Derrion Aberdeen Westfield 190, Elizabeth 237 St. Joseph’s 144, Scotch Plains- but an excellent defensive play by hit attack, Assistant Coach Rich (SPF) 5’8” (At Echo Lake, par 36) Fanwood (9-1) 156 first baseman Heather McDonald Iacono said, “The bottom of the Pole vault: 1. Taylor Cole (SPF) The Blue Devils improved to 8-0 (At Scotch Hills, par 33) after a nice snag of a line drive by line-up came up big for us today.” 8’0", 2. Nick Cahill (SPF) 7’0", 3. and were led by Alex Rothschild St. Joseph’s got great performances right fielder Kerri Moore ended However, still concerned with past Marc Calello (SPF) 7’0" and Gerritt Ill who both shot 47. from Corey Zagg and Chris Kukulski the threat. Calabrese singled in performances, Head Coach Jerry Britt Shot put: 1. Whitney Slaten Rodger Curlick and Evan Smith who both shot 35’s. Raiders Steve the bottom of the inning but failed (SPF) 40’8.5”, 2. Derek Brown both shot 48. Busch shot a 38, Brett Bushinger and to score. Lady Raiders Daze David B. Corbin for The Leader and The Times (SPF) 39’11", 3. Chris Feighner APRIL 19: Jack Egan both had a 39 and Brian The Cougars’ only run came in the CROSSING FIRST…Raider sopho- (SPF) 38’1" Muller fired a 40. more Ray Williams crosses first in the Scotch Plains-Fanwood 156, St. second inning when Meghan Maher, Discus: 1. Tim Lee (SPF) 118’ 2. New Providence 181, Union Catho- who singled, scored off a sacrifice MX Shabazz, 11-1 400 meters. Williams also won the 200 Benedict’s 179 Brown (SPF) 115’2", 3. Slaten (SPF) (At Scotch Hills, par 33) lic 183 fly by Shannon Paster. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High meters against Cranford. School softball team mounted a 13- 107’10" Brett Bushinger led the Raiders (At Ash Brook, par 36) The most outstanding of Pisano’s lent him my spikes and told him that Javelin: 1. Mike Grabel (SPF) Chris Anderson had a 43, Willy heroics came in the fourth, when she hit attack to daze Malcolm X. with a 36, Steve Busch had a 38, they were in two national champion- 130’6”, 2. Tim Mamrak (C) 121’1", Brian Muller shot a 40 and Steve Boyar shot a 45, Greg Gorscyca had a made a diving snag of a sharply hit Shabazz, 11-1, in Scotch Plains on April 24. Junior Alicia Piniat did ships. So, he better not mess them 3. Tim Lee (SPF) 120’1" Lowen fired a 42. 47 and Vincent Passafiume fired a 48. riser. While still on the turf, she up. He hasn’t!” relayed the ball to first to complete the job both offensively and defen- sively as she tossed a one-hitter and Also Mike Dixon in the 800 meters struck out 10 Bulldogs while rap- and Bob Wallden in the 3,200 meters ping two doubles and driving in three runs. Highlanders Blast Roxbury Nine Stop Pequannock, 11-8 The Governor Livingston High Highlander Boys School baseball team unleashed the thunder with a 12-hit attack and The Governor Livingston High blasted Pequannock, 11-8, in eight School baseball team was not treated innings in Pequannock on April 24. as well as they would have liked as Senior Mark Cantagallo did his share host Roxbury prevailed, 7-4, on April of damage as he thumped two triples 19. A five-run jump in the first in- and had three RBI. ning set the momentum on Senior Hank Hansen slapped two Roxbury’s side. singles and had two RBI and Mike 10th Annual Five Miler & Fun Run Senior Hank Hansen whacked two Farrell added an RBI single for the singles and drove in two RBI for the Highlanders who improved to 3-7. Highlanders. Mark Cantagallo Joe Gwozdz clubbed a three-run Saturday, April 29 cracked a triple. The Highlanders homer and added a double for (5-5) slipped to 2-7. Pequannock. (RAIN or SHINE) Fred Lecomte for The Leader and The Times Gov Livingston 003 000 1 4 Gov Livingston 200 030 33 11 Highlander Liz Klebaur Roxbury (3-5) 501 001 x 7 Pequannock 001 000 60 8 All proceeds to benefit drug and alcohol-free programs Governor Livingston High School Race Times: 1 Mile Fun Run 9:00AM Door Boy 5-Miler 9:30AM Course: Fast & flat USATF certified course which winds through April 2000 the streets of Westfield beginning & ending in Tamaques Park. Mile markers, splits, & water stations provided. Scholar Athletic Award Scoring Large digital clock, electronic timing and computerized /Timing: scoring. Postcard results mailed to each participant in the PRESENTED TO 5-Miler provided by Compuscore of New Providence. Jenny Calabrese Sign-Up: 5-Miler Entry fee – $12.00 Senior –Highlander tennis, basketball and Fun Run Entry fee – $7.00 softball teams. Jenny was selected to the 2000 Fees are non-refundable. Make checks payable to: All-County Second Team in basketball and to Westfield Recreation Commission the 1st Team Mountain Valley Conference.In softball, she was 1st Team All-MVC catcher in Year 2000 custom designed T-shirts to first 200 1997-98-99 and 1st Team All-UC in 1998-99. In registrants of the 5-Miler. Registration and packet tennis, she was 1st Team All-MVC at second pick-up begin at 7:30am on race day. singles and placed third in the Union County Awards: Fun Run: Medals to all participants and t-shirts Tournament. She is a member of the G.L.H.S. awarded to first over-all male and female runners. Student Council and teaches CCD at Little Flower Church in Berkeley 5-Miler: Trophy to first overall male and female Heights. Jenny also is employed at Warrenville Hardware. winners. Awards to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and The monthly Athletic Award is presented to the individual demonstrating outstanding female finishers in each age group:19 & under, 20-29, leadership qualities. Selection is made by an independent leadership committee. 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-over. Sponsored by: Restrictions: No in-line blades, skates and baby strollers are allowed Door Boy OVERHEAD GARAGE DOORS in this event. 676 Springfield Avenue, Berkeley Heights • (908) 464-1440 For Info Call: 789-4080 • 232-8041 (recorded message) CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 16 Thursday, April 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION SPF Soccer Cosmos Nudge SPF Sideliner Boys, 2-1 The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Intercity the Sideliners. They always seemed to U9 division soccer bragging rights were be there to stop an oncoming shot. Tho- determined on April 16 when the Cos- mas Holt, Joseph Del Prete, Josef Ellis, mos nudged the Sideliners, 2-1, in a and Patrick Clancy turned in stellar per- hotly contested and very well-played formances from their forward positions. game. They kept constant pressure on the Cosmo After a scoreless first quarter, the defense, combining speed and outstand- Cosmos jumped to a 1-0 lead but the ing ball control. Greg Bencivengo, Danny Sideliners tied it up in the third quarter Gore, Brendan McEvoy and Young pro- on a long kick by Steven Young. vided a swarming defense that helped The game looked as though it would clear the ball out of their zone and breakup end in a tie as both teams’ defenses rose many Cosmo scoring opportunities. to the occasion to thwart their opponents scoring chances. Throughout the game, CHAMPIONS…St. Helen’s 8th grade basketball team defeated IHM of Scotch players from both teams sacrificed their Little Devils Register Plains in the title game of the Newark Archdiocese/Union County League. bodies in an attempt to gain control of Pictured, left to right, are: front; Chris MacDonald, Brian Ciacciarelli, Lee the ball. However, as time was running Post-Season Mat Wins Tomasso, Taylor Hogarth and Jeff Nusse; back, Brendan Connolly, Stephan out in the fourth quarter, the Cosmos Three Westfield Little Devils con- Meyer, Patrick Farley, Bart Walsh, coach Joe Ciacciarelli, Adam Gerckens, David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times scored to seal the victory. tinued their post season winning in coach Joe Freisen, Rich Moran, Paul Cobuzzi, Alex Crawford and Steven Cheah. SEASON OPENER IN FANWOOD…Luke Curcio prepares to take a swing in recent Freestyle and Greco-Roman the opening game of the Fanwood Old Men’s Softball Association game between The goaltending of Michael Scannell and Andrew Smith was outstanding for Wrestling Tournaments. Russell Road and Shady Lane on April 20. The Road beat the Lane, 18-3. McKinley School matman Brandon Rolnick, wrestling as 69 lb. Midget, SP-F Youth Indians Defeat took first place in the Kenilworth WTA Will Begin Freestyle-Greco-Roman Tournament SP-F Soccer Jazz Destroy on April 9 where he pinned Brendan Junior Division Braves, 6-4 Ard from the Edge Wrestling School in The Braves and the Indians of the notched four while Andrew Barry picked Women’s Tennis 19 seconds and Joe Lospinoso from All local women tennis players may Scotch Plains-Fanwood Youth Baseball up one. Barry and Joe Sette did out- Cranford Destroyers, 3-2 Kennilworth in 30 seconds. Rolnick Association Junior Division treated their standing jobs behind the plate while join the Westfield Tennis Association and also took first at the Peddie School participate in one or more of the tennis The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Jazz shot just a few inches over the cross fans to an exciting, well-played game on Joseph Del Prete turned in a great per- Freestyle/Greco-Roman Tournament April 15, with the Indians winning 6-4. formance at second base. Third basemen ladders organized by the (W. T. A.) Appli- girls inter-city soccer team staged a bar. Luck befell the Jazz when Shan- on April 16 where he pinned Ard again cations may be obtained at the Recreation non Hauser sent a long, rolling shot The Braves took a, 1-0, first inning Paul Longson and Jorge Cruz had a stirring second-half comeback to beat and Aldrich from Watchung Hills, both solid game as did outfielders Chris Office in the town municipal building. the Cranford Destroyers, 3-2, in Cran- that somehow eluded three Destroyer lead and added three more in the third. in the first period. Later, the Indians cut the lead to 4-2. DeCarlo, Danny Michalak and Each ladder has players interested in ford on April 16. defenders and the goalie to finally Co-Captain Nick Delpopolo, 86 lb. meeting other players for friendly com- Then in the top of the sixth, the Indi- Gailmarie Sprague. The Jazz fell behind 2-0 in the first settle into the left corner of the goal to Novice from McKinley, took first in ans rallied with four runs. The Braves Offensively, Wheeler was one-for- petition. Players arrange matches be- half but solid goaltending by Maddie tie the game. the Peddie Freestyle Tournament and tween themselves and the winner calls in did put the tying run on in the bottom of one with two RBI. Barry had an RBI Wasser kept situations sane. Toward the Soon afterwards, Becca McGuire third in Greco Roman. Mike McCrea, the inning, but were unable to score. single while Neil Merchant chipped in the score to the ladder coordinator. Sea- end of the half, Jazz striker Lauren worked the ball into Cranford territory 95 lb. Midget from Washington School, son play will begin on May 1 and con- The Braves pitching was outstand- with an RBI. Matt Tenzer, Thomas Mains was dropped in the penalty area and found Briana Falco who then wrestled Delpopolo and took fourth in ing. James Wheeler struck out 11 bat- Reade, Wheeler and Viglianti all scored tinue through Labor Day. Ladder stand- setting up a penalty shot. Mains lined chipped a pass over two Destroyers to freestyle. ings are posted in The Westfield Leader ters in four innings. and Connor Viglianti runs. The Braves were very aggressive up her shot and whistled a screamer right wing Meaghan Kelly. From what on the base paths with Sean Dolgin, every two weeks. Further information is over the Cranford goalie’s head to put appeared to be an impossible angle, available by telephoning Jean Power at Merchant, Wheeler, Barry, Del Prete, the Jazz on the board. Kelly launched a cruise missile that Tenzer and Reade all swiping bases. 654-7418. Final standings for the 1999 The Jazz came out hot in the second found the left corner of the net for the Scotch Plains Rec. Offers season as follows: half. Jess McGarry made a whirling go-ahead goal. 1. Cheryl Buckman 32. Eileen Mitchell mid-field fake and sent a pass to right The Destroyers stormed back, but a 2. Joann Purdy 33. Diane Evans wing Lauren Hercel, who scorched a great cutoff on a breakaway by Jessica Sign Up for Track Meets 3. Karen Dorne 34. Jan Velasco Churgin and a sensational save by 4. Vanesa Barber 35. Liz Fischer The Scotch Plains Recreation Com- Track Program that they participate in 5. Cindy Fechter 36. Carole Smillie SP-F United Crush Bitsy Kipping, preserved the victory mission again is advising boys and girls an open meet to be held on Friday, May 6. Wendi Cohen 37. Anne Colucci for the Jazz. ages 9-14 interested in the Hershey Youth 19, under the direction of John Kurtz, at 7. Jean Power 38. N. Freundlich the Governor Livingston High School 8. Clara Karnish 39. Helen Leong Cranford Crusaders Track Field, Berkeley Heights, 6-8 p.m. 9. Sherri Bender 40. Suzanne Minken 10. Helaine Wasserman 41. Karen Fried The SP-F United soccer team crushed U-10 Storm Strikes This will serve as a trial for those intend- 11. Andrea Lowenstein 42. T. Tamborlane the Cranford Centennial Crusaders, 4- ing to sign up for the District Meet 12. Anna Murray 43. Linda Coleman 2, on April 16. Tyler Stanek scored the SP-F Strikers, 4-1 scheduled for June 2. 13. Janice Honymar 44. Shari Koll final two goals to determine the out- The check-in time is 4:30 p.m. First 14. Carla Molowa 45. Carol Gross come. The Scotch Plains-Fanwood U10 place winners in the District Meet will 15. Kathy O’Neill 46. Clare Minick In the first half, the United rejected Strikers suffered a 4-1 defeat to the then be eligible to compete in the 16. Evelyn Matino 47. Diana Edkins Hershey Track Finals scheduled for 17. Terry Macri 48. Sarah Gordon every scoring attempt by the Cougars. North Hunterdon Storm on April 16. Goalie Brandon Reddington blocked Two early attempts by Jordan Sunday, June 25. Check-in time for the 18. Tiiu Gennert 49. Jeanie Arida State Meet is 8:45 a.m. with the meet 19. Pat Page 50. Lauren Falk everything going his way and Brian Neuhauser on feeds from Kyle HONOR LAXER…Bryan Graye of 20. Leslie Streit * Lisa Alter Dougher, Brendan Kirby and Evan Mihansky and Timmy Leischner, just commencing at 10 a.m., also at Gover- 21. Janet Cornell * Lynne Augis nor Livingston. Westfield, who plays for the Franklin Aspell were an excellent wall of de- missed the Storm’s net. Keeper Adam and Marshall Men’s Lacrosse Team 22. Jody Weisman * Lisa Berkower fense. Timmy Stuart and Ryan Kreuger Scotch Plains and Fanwood youths 23. Lisa Mikovits * Paula Brotman Brous made several great saves to keep can compete in one track and two field in Lancaster, Pa., has been selected to 24. Diane Barabas * C. Clevenger were relentless in trying to change the the first quarter scoreless. But the Storm the Centennial Conference Honor Roll. direction of the ball but no scoring events (softball throw, standing long 25. Monica Gundrum * Marci Fisher scored twice in the second quarter. jump) or two track events (50, 100, 200, 26. Michelle Fine * Mimi Fritz occurred in the first half. Mike DeVizio, Jarek Cohen and Eddie 400, 800 and 1,600 runs) and one field 27. Kristen Kolek * M. Iarochenko Things changed after halftime. Jeff Kahn got off many shots on set-ups by DEADLINE INFO. 28. Ellen Smith * Donna Kennedy event. Ages (as of December 31, 2000) Stuart became the goalie and rejected John Guiffre and Brian Hessemer, but for competition are 9-10, 11-12, 13-14. 29. Andrea MacRitchie * Andrea Krest nearly all shots taken on him. On a Sports deadlines are: 30. Diane Fleming * Liz Mitchell the Storm keeper held tight in the sec- Interested youngsters may use the corner kick by Tommy Sutter, the ball ond half. Defenders James Dinizo and All sports that take place 31. Deidre Gelinne * Joni Sweetwood proper form available in the Scotch during the week MUST be * (Indicates new players.) New play- bounced off the post and went in for the Rob Cunningham thwarted many Plains Recreation Office, 430 Park first score. Afterwards, the Crusaders submitted by FRIDAY, 4 ers, as well as existing players, are al- Hunterdon attempts to penetrate Striker Avenue, or go directly to the Governor P.M. Weekend sports ONLY lowed two free challenges and must use scored two perfect goals in the corner of territory. Livingston Track Field, and sign up the net. will be accepted up till Noon them by June 1. Afterward, players may Down 3-0 in the fourth, the Strikers through Kurtz, Track Coach for Berke- on Monday. E-mail is challenge anyone up to eight positions Later, during a frenzy near the oppos- fought back and managed to break ley Heights Recreation as well as over- preferred. Use upper and higher on the ladder. The first reporting ing goal, Taylor Molinaro seized the through the Storm line, allowing Tommy HOTSHOT…Charlotte O’Leary all Coordinator for the open meet, the lower case with no more period concludes at 8 p.m. Sunday, May moment and kicked it in for the tie. Hercel to score. Hunterdon responded plays for the Hotshots of the Westfield District Meet as well as the State Fi- than 250 words. 21. Match scores should be called in by Then Stanek did his magic with his two with another goal just before the final Basketball Association girls 3/4th nals. Any questions, call (908) 322- [email protected] the winner to Jean Power. perfect goals. whistle. grade Traveling Team. 6700 or (908) 464-0550. Goods & Services You Need!

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Laura Brockway Joins SCOTCH PLAINS WESTFIELD VOLUNTEER Burgdorff ERA Realtors POLICE BLOTTER RESCUE SQUAD BLOTTER MONDAY, APRIL 17 Plainfield, was arrested and charged WESTFIELD – Burgdorff ERA Association. • Realtors has announced that Laura She is a current member of the A Jason Court resident reported by Detective Jeffrey Briel with bur- Statistics for March 2000 Brockway has joined the company Welcome Wagon Club, and Westfield finding a bedroom window screen glary and theft in connection with the In-Town Emergency Calls: 190 cut near the latch release. Police March entry of a Terrill Road restau- as a Sales Associate in their Westfield Y. Ms. Brockway lives in Westfield Out-of Town Mutual Aid Calls: 4 Office, located at 600 North Avenue with her husband and their three reported that entry was not gained to rant. Police alleged that Muwwakil West. As a longtime resident of school-age sons. She has a working the house. gained entry in the morning hours by Non Emergency Calls: 2 TUESDAY, APRIL 18 slipping a lock and removing $3,000 Total Calls: 196 Westfield, she can assist relocating knowledge of Spanish. • families with her working knowl- A Terrill Road/Front Street ser- by prying open a safe. Total Hours Out: 375:50 vice station was burglarized over- The suspect was arrested April 14 edge of local schools, neighborhoods, Total Volunteer Hours: 1,986 transportation, recreation, and more. night. Police said entry was gained by Mountainside police and charged She has worked in the dental, legal through a garbage door. An under- with a similar incident and is cur- and education industries in top ad- mined amount of cash was report- rently incarcerated at the Somerset Top 10 Response Categories ministrative capacities. Locally, Ms. edly taken from an office safe. County Jail on related charges out of 1. Falls (34) 6. Unconscious (10) Brockway worked with the Westfield THURSDAY, APRIL 20 Bridgewater. • Police reported the burglary of a FRIDAY, APRIL 21 2. Respiratory (27) 7. Lift Assist (9) Y and the Westfield Board of Educa- • tion. Route 22 West animal hospital. An An employee of a Route 22 res- 3. Cardiac Pain (21) 8. Spinal Injury (7) Ms. Brockway received her real undetermined amount of cash was taurant reported that the rear window 4. General Illness/Weakness (16) 9. Blleding/Hemorrhage (6) taken from an office safe. of his vehicle was smashed out dur- estate license in 1986 and is a mem- • 5. Motor Vehicle Accident (10) 10. Psychological (6) ber of the Greater Union County A manager of a Route 22 car ing the evening hours. rental agency reported being as- SATURDAY, APRIL 22 Year-to-date Calls: 580 Association of Realtors and the Gar- • den State Multiple Listing System. saulted by a customer during a dis- An Allwood Avenue resident She recently moved back to Westfield pute. No complaints have been filed reported the theft of children’s toys at this time. left in the rear yard over the course of after spending two years in • Scottsdale, Ariz. Muhsin R. Muwwakil, 50, of the last week. Active in her church and in the PUBLIC NOTICE community, Ms. Brockway is a past Laura Brockway PUBLIC NOTICE SHERIFF’S SALE member of the Newcomer’s Club, PUBLIC NOTICE BOARD OF EDUCATION SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Junior Women’s Club, Junior League WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE DOCKET NO. F-20455-98. and Franklin School Parent Teacher NOTICE TO BIDDERS SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, HOMECOMINGS FINANCIAL NET- PUBLIC NOTICE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Sealed proposals will be received by the WORK, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. JOAN HAR- DOCKET NO. F-12111-99. Board of Education of the Westfield School RIS, DEFENDANT. SHERIFF’S SALE ALLIANCE FUNDING CO., PLAINTIFF District, Union County, New Jersey, at the CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, vs. CATHERINE S. PORTER, DEFEN- Board of Education, 302 Elm Street., DATED FEBRUARY 03, 2000, FOR SALE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DANT. Westfield, New Jersey, for the following OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. DOCKET NO. F-11339-99. CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, supplies, equipment or services: By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE AS- DATED FEBRUARY 16, 2000 FOR SALE tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by PROPOSAL FOR: SOCIATION, PLAINTIFF vs. ANTHONY OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union RFP1-01 PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES B. SCHILLING, JR., ET AL., DEFENDANT. By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, FOR THE WESTFIELD ELEMENTARY CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY AND INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLS FOR DATED MARCH 6, 2000 FOR SALE OF public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union THE 10TH DAY OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two 2000-2001 SCHOOL YEAR MORTGAGED PREMISES. County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY PROPOSAL DUE: successful bidders must have 20% of their tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by THE 10TH DAY OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two MAY 8, AT 11:00 AM bid available in cash or certified check at the public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All The bids will be received at the Adminis- conclusion of the sales. County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, successful bidders must have 20% of their tration Building, 302 Elm Street, Westfield, The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED WESTFIELD $559,000 Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY bid available in cash or certified check at the New Jersey 07090, on the date and at the TWO THOUSAND FOUR-HUNDRED ABOVE AND BEYOND THE 17TH OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two conclusion of the sales. time indicated, and then publicly opened FIFTY SIX & 91/100 ($102,456.91). Beautifully upgraded 4 Bedroom, 2½ Bath Raised Ranch with fabulous Family o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED and read aloud. The property to be sold is located in the Room addition. Vaulted ceilings and fireplace. Newer Eat-in Kitchen, grade level successful bidders must have 20% of their FORTY THREE THOUSAND SIX-HUN- Bids must be in strict compliance with TOWN of WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY Rec Room plus Office walk out to spacious backyard. Professionally landscaped. bid available in cash or certified check at the DRED EIGHTY FIVE & 18/100 specifications. Bids must be made on the 07090, County of UNION and State of New Sure to please. conclusion of the sales. ($143,685.18). proposal forms in the manner designated. Jersey. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED COMMON STREET ADDRESS: 551 Proposals must be endorsed on the outside Commonly known as: 248 WINDSOR FIFTY FIVE THOUSAND EIGHT-HUN- Fulton Street. of the sealed envelope, with the name of the AVENUE, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY DRED SEVENTY EIGHT & 86/100 TAX LOT AND BLOCK: Lot(s) No. 528, bidder, the bidder’s address and the name 07090. ($155,878.86). Block(s) No. 3. of the supplies, equipment, or services for Tax Lot No. 68 in Block No. 4001. Municipality: Elizabeth. DIMENSIONS: 25 x 100. which the bid is submitted. It is understood Dimension of Lot: approximately 37.50 Street Address: 727 Jefferson Avenue. NO. OF FEET TO NEAREST INTER- and agreed that proposals may be delivered feet wide by 120.00 feet long. Tax Lot No.: 520. SECTION: 150 feet to Sixth Street. before the time or at the place specified for Nearest Cross Street: Grandview Avenue. Tax Block No.: 12. UNPAID REAL ESTATE TAXES AND opening. The Board of Education assumes Situate at a point on the southeasterly Approximate dimensions: 145 feet x 66 OTHER MUNICIPAL CHARGES INCLUD- no responsibility for bids mailed or misdi- sideline of Windsor Avenue distance ap- feet x 145 feet x 66 feet. ING WATER AND SEWER IN THE AP- rected in delivery. proximately 82.50 feet southwesterly from Nearest cross street: Louisa Street. PROXIMATE AMOUNT OF: $8,497.79. The Board of Education of the Town of its intersection with the southwesterly side- There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of Westfield, in Union County, New Jersey, line of Grandview Avenue. ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY TWO THOU- ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY FOUR THOU- reserves the right to accept or reject any/or There is due approximately the sum of SAND THREE-HUNDRED THIRTY NINE SAND FOUR-HUNDRED FIFTY THREE all bids for the whole or any part and waive ONE-HUNDRED TEN THOUSAND FIVE- & 48/100 ($162,339.48) together with lawful & 29/100 ($154,453.29) together with lawful any informalities in the interest of the Board HUNDRED NINTY FOUR & 86/100 interest and costs. interest and costs. of Education. No bid may be withdrawn for a ($110,594.86). together with lawful interest There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in period of sixty (60) days after the date set for and costs. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the opening thereof. There is a full legal description on file in The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Bidding shall be in conformance with the the Union County Sheriff’s Office. this sale. this sale. applicable requirements of N.J.S.A. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH 18A:18A-1 et.seq., pertaining to the “Public this sale. SHERIFF SHERIFF School Contracts Law”. RALPH FROEHLICH PLUESE, ETTIN, BEKCER & FARR, BURKE, GAMBACORTA & Bidders are required to comply with the SHERIFF SALTZMAN, Attorneys WRIGHT, Attorneys requirements of P.L. 1975, C.127, (NJAC FEIN, SUCH, KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. A division of Katz, Ettin, Levine, 211 Benigno Boulevard, Suite 201 17:27). Suite 201 905 North Kings Highway P.O. Box 788 By order of the Town of Westfield Board of 7 Century Drive Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 Bellmawr, New Jersey 08099-0788 Education, Union County, New Jersey. 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PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Bells Labs President Dr. Arun Netravali Westfield Chamber TOWN OF WESTFIELD Public notice is hereby given that an ordinance of which the following is a copy was To Sponsor Clean-up introduced, read and passed on first reading by the Council of the Town of Westfield at a Named To NJIT Board of Trustees meeting held April 25, 2000, and that the said Council will further consider the same for final WESTFIELD — The Westfield passage on the 9th day of May, 2000, at 8:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, Municipal NEWARK — The New Jersey State Mr. Netravali joins 13 other voting dia communications, and widely recog- Area Chamber of Commerce and Building, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at which time and place any person Senate has confirmed Governor Chris- members on the governing board of NJIT. nized for his technology management Downtown Westfield Corpora- who may be interested therein will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning such tine Todd Whitman’s appointment of Mr. Netravali, 53, has been with Bell expertise. ordinance. Dr. Arun Netravali of Westfield, Presi- Labs for 27 years and was previously Dr. Netravali holds more than 70 pat- tion will sponsor the “Clean Bernard A. Heeney dent of Bell Labs, as a member of the Executive Vice President of Research ents and has authored some 140 papers Sweep” project in downtown Town Clerk Board of Trustees of the New Jersey before being named President in Octo- in the areas of computer networks, hu- Westfield on Saturday, May 6, GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. Institute of Technology (NJIT). ber 1999. Bell Labs, headquartered in man interfaces to machines, picture pro- from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE TOWN OF WESTFIELD Murray Hill, is the largest research and cessing, and digital television. He co- CHAPTER 2, “ADMINISTRATION”, ARTICLE II, TOWN OFFICERS AND Mayor Thomas C. Jardim and EMPLOYEES, DIVISION 3, PERSONNEL POSITIONS AND SALARY SCHED- PUBLIC NOTICE development organization in the world authored three books, one considered ULED, SEC. 2-12.28, “SCHEDULE” dedicated to communications, with today’s bible on video compression: the Westfield Department of Pub- SHERIFF’S SALE 30,000 employees in 25 countries, and a “Digital Pictures - Representation and lic Works will be working with BE IT ORDAINED by the Town Council of Westfield in the County of Union as follows: SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, budget of almost $4 billion. Compression, and two other texts on this the volunteers as everyone pitches SECTION I. That the Code of the Town of Westfield be and is hereby amended by revising CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, The organization is the Research and subject as well.” in to help clean up the down- Section 2-12.28, “Schedule” in Chapter 3, “Administration” Article II “Town Officers and DOCKET NO. F-11378-99. Development unit of Lucent Technolo- He holds degrees from the Indian In- Employees,” Division 3, “Personnel Positions and Salary Schedule”, so that the same shall SUMMIT BANK, PLAINTIFF vs. JASON gies and laid the foundation of the infor- stitute of Technology, Rice University town. read as follows: INTERNATIONAL, ET AL., DEFENDANT. Volunteers will be given gloves CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, mation age with inventions including in Texas and the École Polytechnique JOB TITLE SALARY RANGE DATED MARCH 3, 2000 FOR SALE OF the transistor and laser and more re- Federale in Switzerland. and garbage bags, and will be Library Assistant I $18,630 - $24,840 MORTGAGED PREMISES. cently breakthroughs in communications Dr. Netravali has been honored with Custodian (Library) 18,630 - 28,840 assigned to areas that need some By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- software and data networking. membership in the Tau Beta Pi and Library Assistant II 20,700 - 28,980 tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by sprucing up. Senior Custodian (Library) 20,700 - 28,980 Governor Whitman stated, “I thank Sigma Xi scientific honor societies, and public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Participants will come to Brand Office Manager 24,840 - 33,120 Dr. Netravali for agreeing to serve on the the U.S. National Academy of Engineer- County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Administrative Secretary 26,910 - 41,918 NJIT Board of Trustees. His experience ing. He also has been named a Fellow of Travel, located at 107 Quimby Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Municipal Court Administrator 29,294 - 48,645 leading one of the world’s great research both the American Association for the THE 10TH DAY OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two Street in Westfield, on Saturday, Librarian 31,050 - 39,330 o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All and development organizations will be Advancement of Science and the Insti- Supervisor, Public Works 36,225 - 53,820 May 6, to receive their clean-up successful bidders must have 20% of their most helpful as the university strives to tute of Electrical and Electronics Engi- Payroll Benefits Manager 28,207 - 45,951 area assignment. bid available in cash or certified check at the provide the quality workers and eco- neers (IEEE). Town Clerk 41,400 - 64,170 conclusion of the sales. nomic development initiatives that New He has received numerous awards, in- Scout troops, Westfield orga- Tax Collector 41,400 - 53,820 The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- Human Services Director 41,400 - 57,960 Jersey businesses need to succeed.” cluding the Alexander Graham Bell Medal nizations, school groups, and DRED SEVENTY NINE THOUSAND ONE- Construction Official 41,400 - 63,135 Saul K. Fenster, NJIT President, de- of IEEE in 1991, Engineer of the Year HUNDRED SIX & 41/100 ($279,106.41). church and temple groups are all Chief Financial Officer 41,400 - 56,925 scribed Dr. Netravali as one of the world’s Award from the Association of Engineers MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth. invited to be a part of the “Clean Recreation Director 38,813 - 54,000 leading experts in the field of multime- from India in 1992, the Thomas A. Edison COUNTY: UNION, STATE OF NEW Assistant Recreation Director 25,875 - 42,435 Sweep.” Landlords are invited to JERSEY. Patent Award in 1996, and Japan’s Com- Tax Assessor 41,400 - 55,890 STREET & STREET NO.: 125 Ripley puters and Communications Prize in 1997. join the effort by cleaning up the Town Surveyor 41,400 - 66,240 PUBLIC NOTICE Place. Last year Lucent Technologies received Field Superintendent 41,400 - 66,240 parking areas and alleyways be- TAX BLOCK AND LOT: BLOCK NO. 1 NOTICE TO CREDITORS an Emmy Award for his work on high- Assistant Library Director 43,470 - 60,000 hind their buildings. LOT NO. 582. ESTATE OF HELEN CATHERINE Field Engineer 36,225 - 53,303 definition television. DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 100 feet x 100.15 BOGERT, Deceased. “It’s important for everyone in Assistant Town Engineer 50,000 - 70,000 feet. Pursuant to the order of JAMES S. Health Officer-Regional 51,750 - 86,009 Westfield to be a part of the ‘Pride NEAREST CROSS STREET: 400.62 feet LaCORTE, Surrogate of the County of Union, PUBLIC NOTICE Assistant Town Administrator 41,400 - 64,170 from Second Street. made on the 20th day of April, A.D., 2000, in Downtown’ effort to make our Deputy Fire Chief 49,680 - 77,625 There is due approximately the sum of upon the application of the undersigned, as BOARD OF EDUCATION downtown look its best,” said Library Director 60,030 - 83,000 TWO-HUNDRED NINETY THOUSAND Executor of the estate of said deceased, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY Police Chief 60,030 - 95,220 “Clean Sweep” Chair Susan TWO-HUNDRED SIXTY TWO & 76/100 notice is hereby given to the creditors of said Fire Chief 60,030 - 90,045 NOTICE TO BIDDERS ($290,262.76) together with lawful interest deceased to exhibit to the subscriber under Brand. Groups who would like to Town Engineer 70,000 - 95,000 and costs. oath or affirmation their claims and demands Sealed proposals will be received by the Town Administrator 69,863 - 111,780 participate can register by call- There is a full legal description on file in against the estate of said deceased within Board of Education, Westfield, New Jersey, ing the Chamber office at (908) SECTION II. The Personnel and Position Salary Schedule set forth in Section 2-12.28 as the Union County Sheriff’s Office. six months from the date of said order, or in the Board of Education Office, 302 Elm hereby amended, shall take place as of January 1, 2000. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn they will be forever barred from prosecuting Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090, at 233-3021 or Downtown SECTION III. Any or all ordinances or parts thereof in conflict, or inconsistent, with any part this sale. or recovering the same against the sub- 10:00 A.M. (Prevailing Time) on MAY 10, Westfield at (908) 789-9444. of the terms of this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent that they are in such conflict RALPH FROEHLICH scriber. 2000, at which time bids will be opened and or inconsistent. SHERIFF Summit Bank read aloud for: SECTION IV. In the event that any section, part or provision of this ordinance shall be held WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR., Attorney Executor “RESTROOM RENOVATIONS AT to be unconstitutional or invalid by any court, such holdings shall not affect the validity of this 737 Stokes Road Johnstone, Skok, Loughlin & Lane, TAMAQUES SCHOOL R-2018” PUBLIC NOTICE ordinance as a whole, or any part thereof, other than the part so held unconstitutional or P.O. Box 1088 Attorneys invalid. Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 324 East Broad Street Plans and Specifications will be available SHERIFF’S SALE SECTION V. This ordinance shall take effect after passage and publication as soon as, CH-755158 (WL) P.O. Box 490 on May 1, 2000. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, and in the manner, provided by law. 4 T - 4/13, 4/20, Westfield, New Jersey 07091 Plans, Specifications, form of bid, con- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, 1 T – 4/27/00, The Leader Fee: $109.14 4/27 & 5/4/00 Fee: $ 173.40 1 T – 4/27/00, The Leader Fee: $21.42 tract and bond for the proposed work and DOCKET NO. F-17231-98. other Contract Documents thereto, as pre- NORWEST MORTGAGE, INC., PLAIN- pared by M. Disko Associates, are on file in TIFF vs. GRECIA TISSONI, ET ALS, DE- their offices at 493 Lehigh Ave., Union, New FENDANT. Jersey 07083, and may be examined at the CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, office of M. Disko Associates during normal DATED MARCH 15, 1999 FOR SALE OF business hours. MORTGAGED PREMISES. Bidders will be furnished with a copy of the By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Plans and Specifications by the Engineer, tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by upon proper notice and payment of a check public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union for Fifty-Five ($55.00) dollars, payable to County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, M. DISKO ASSOCIATES, said cost being Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY the reproduction price of the documents and THE 3RD DAY OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two is not returnable. o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All Proposal forms (as contained in the speci- successful bidders must have 20% of their fications) provide for the awarding of all the bid available in cash or certified check at the work to the lowest qualified bidder under a conclusion of the sales. single contract. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED The guaranty accompanying the bid shall THIRTY THOUSAND NINETY FIVE & 29/ be given in the amount of ten percent (10%) 100 ($130,095.29). of the bid and may be given at the option of Property to be sold is located in the CITY the bidder by a Certified Check, or Bid Bond OF ELIZABETH, COUNTY OF UNION, from a reputable insurance company. STATE OF NEW JERSEY. All bidders must be prequalified in accor- Premises commonly known as 409 EAST dance with Chapter 105, Laws of 1962, as JERSEY STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW amended by Chapter 188, Laws of 1968 as JERSEY 07207. set forth in Instructions to Bidders. BEING KNOWN as Lot No. 226, Block Labor in connection with the project shall No. 3 on the official Tax Map of the CITY be paid not less than wages as listed in OF ELIZABETH. Prevailing Wage Rate Determination, pur- Dimensions: (approximately) 25 feet x 100 suant to Chapter 150 of the New Jersey feet x 25 feet x 100 feet. Laws of 1963, or the U. S. Department of Nearest Cross Street: FOURTH Labor Wage Determinations, whichever are STREET. higher for each class of labor. There is due approximately the sum of Bidders are required to comply with the ONE-HUNDRED FORTY NINE THOU- requirements of PL 1975, C. 127, (NJAC SAND ONE-HUNDRED FORTY FOUR & 17:27). 76/100 ($149,144.76) together with lawful Bids may be held by the Board of Educa- interest and costs. tion for a period not to exceed sixty (60) days There is a full legal description on file in from the date of the opening of Bids for the the Union County Sheriff’s Office. purpose of reviewing the bids and investi- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn gating the qualifications of bidders, prior to this sale. awarding of the Contract. RALPH FROEHLICH The Board of Education reserves the right SHERIFF to reject any or all bids if in its judgment the FEDERMAN AND PHELAN, Attorneys public interest will be served by so doing. 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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, April 27, 2000 Page 19 HELP WANTED – CLASSIFIEDS – OFFICE TO SUB-LET VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Centrally located office to sub-let. Recent Home Sales Easier Than You Might Think CAMP STAFF SERVICES AVAILABLE Ideal for psychologist, Psychia- Westfield Rescue Squad seeks per- trist, marriage therapist or social sons willing to train as Emergency Summer ‘00 children’s day camp CHILD CARE worker. Fully furnished. Interested MOUNTAINSIDE Drive, $272,000. Medical Technicians. Valid NJ Driv. counselors. WSI/Lifeguard, ka- College student seeks summer professionals call Mary Letter to Bruce A. and Elitza K. Hovnanian to Antoinette Duah, Lic. req., min. 4 hrs./wk. We offer 24 rate, camping skills, woodwork- employment as a nanny. Refer- (908) 233-7099 M. Meyer, 282 Central Avenue, 23 Blue Ridge Circle, $513,520. hr. coverage. Select a duty period ing, archery, nature, rollerblade, ences provided. Available after $150,000. Arthur Schultze to Peter and Dawn that’s right for you. Wkday 9 am - 1 canoe. Teacher, college students May 15th. LOST CAT Joe P. Ganun to Lawrence D. Harrison, 2097 Arrowwood Drive, welcome. Call (973) 443-1724 McCabe and Nancy Kessler, 14 $329,500. pm or 1-5 pm slots are perfect for LONG-HAIRED ORANGE & parents of school children. Watchung area 1-888-THE CAMP Tanglewood Lane, $525,000. BGM Contractors Co. to Paul and GARAGE SALE WHITE FEMALE. MISSING John Freudenberger to Victor and Michele Takats, 1721 Raritan Road, Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min. HELP WANTED SINCE APRIL 5TH. KIMBALL Avrinda Cardiellos, 1091 Willow $519,900. 2 hrs./wk. All training provided. Saturday (April 29th) 9 to 2 & LAWRENCE AVENUE Road, $280,000. Gail Molnar to Michael Huszcza, Call the Recruiting Team at P/T front office receptionist for 43 Poplar Pl, Fanwood AREA. Ken F. Flora to Geoffrey and Lisel 2330 Mountain Avenue, $198,500. (908) 233-2500 for details private country club. Answering 3-Family sale, printer, software, CALL (908) 233-0028 Perselay, 1532 Long Meadow, Nicholas Novello to Arthur and phones, light typing & other cleri- child’s bike, pokemon items, Little REWARD $620,000. Lisa Carver, 410 Cook Avenue, HELP WANTED cal duties. Hrs.11am - 4pm. Call Tikes kit, car seat, tools, toys, $289,900. Higher pay, closer to work, ad- Marie (908) 757-1800 Ext. 3643. household items, much more. FOR SALE SCOTCH PLAINS Charles J. Bachi to Daniel and vanced position? We pay you $10 Wurlitzer Piano -- Excellent con- OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE Bruce Rust to James and Katie L. Maryellen McGrath, 2240 Concord to find a better job. Train & re-cert. SITUATION WANTED dition, $900 or best offer. Walsh, 828 Cleveland Avenue, Road, $293,000. lifeguard Westfield. Prime Location, center Call (908) 233-2889 $190,000. Jeff W. Burns to Barry W. and Call POM at (800) 922-0530 Housekeeper looking to clean your of town in modern elevator build- Jeff Rembis to Peter D. and Karen Markham Szarvas, 2324 Ev- home/office. Good references. ing. Adjacent to parking lot. – Classifieds – Millicent D. Johnston, 2357 ergreen Avenue, $238,000. HELP WANTED Contact Camila at Please call (908) 561-3583 Deadline: Tuesdays by 2pm Channing Avenue, $282,000. Estate of Dave A. Hill to William (908) 436-1434 MEDICAL FRONT DESK Call: (908) 232-4407 Roger E. Pegorsch to Gregory M. and Carole Boyer, 1722 Ramapo Way, PUBLIC NOTICE F/T, M-F for busy specialty prac- PUBLIC NOTICE and Jacqueline Gallo, 2155 Button- $240,000. SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE wood Lane, $355,000. K. Hovnanian to Charles and Tessa tice. 3-5 years experience w/mul- SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, tiple phones, Medicare managed William J. McGrath to Elizabeth M. Schoenberger, 12 Blue Ridge SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE A. Schank, 2057 Meadowview Road, Circle, $455,163. care and procedure entry. Kiron CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-16734-96. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Management software a plus. DOCKET NO. F-9959-96. FORD CONSUMER FINANCE COM- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, $200,000. Patrick McCormick to Jeffrey W. Must be pleasant, patient oriented, LIBERTY SAVINGS BANK, F.S.B., PANY, INC., A NY CORP., PLAINTIFF vs. DOCKET NO. F-5023-98. Keith A. Alexander to Nick and and Laura A. Burns, 2410 Bryant PLAINTIFF vs. HOWARD ROBY AND ALESSANDRO LEITE; IGNEZ OLIVEIRA; DELTA FUNDING CORPORTAION, Nori Lynn Yiantselis, 2235 Algonquin Avenue, $330,000. outgoing team player. Pleasant DIANA ROBY, H/W, DEFENDANT. THE KINGSLAND GROUP, INC.; ET AL, PLAINTIFF vs. JOSE VALDIVIEZO AND environment including excellent CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DEFENDANT. LUCY VALDIVIEZO, HIS WIFE; RAUL salary and benefits. Fax resumé DATED JANUARY 20, 2000 FOR SALE CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, IDROVO, ET ALS, DEFENDANT. OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED JANUARY 6, 1998 FOR SALE OF CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, to: By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED MARCH 10, 2000 FOR SALE OF Join The Growing Administrator tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- MORTGAGED PREMISES. (908) 757-6698 public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Number of County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by HELP WANTED Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, public vendue, on the 6th Floor of the Union Customers That THE 17TH OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY County Court House (Tower) 2 Broad Street, Ray’s Sport Shop, N. Plainfield, is o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All THE 17TH OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two Elizabeth, New Jersey on WEDNESDAY Expect – And Get – accepting applications for P/T successful bidders must have 20% of their o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All THE 24TH DAY OF MAY A.D., 2000 at two bid available in cash or certified check at the successful bidders must have 20% of their o’clock in the afternoon of said day. All cashiers & F/T & P/T sales per- conclusion of the sales. bid available in cash or certified check at the successful bidders must have 20% of their The Very Best! sons. Experience required. Call The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- conclusion of the sales. bid available in cash or certified check at the Alicia Zurlo Personel Dept., M-F, 9 am to 5 DRED FORTY NINE THOUSAND ONE- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED conclusion of the sales. pm. HUNDRED FIFTY NINE & 62/100 FOURTEEN THOUSAND FOUR-HUN- The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- (249,159.62). DRED NINETY SIX & 60/100 ($114,496.60). DRED SEVEN THOUSAND ONE-HUN- Call (908) 889-5515 The property to be sold is located in the The property to be sold is located in the DRED NINETY TWO & 84/100 Township of Westfield, County of Union and City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State ($207,192.84). HELP WANTED State of New Jersey. of New Jersey. The property to be sold is located in the RESTAURANT STAFF It is commonly known as 1110 Columbus It is commonly known as 13-15 Lowden City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State Avenue, Westfield, New Jersey. Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey. of New Jersey. NEEDED It is known and designated as Block No. It is known and designated as Block No. It is commonly known as 142 Orchard Private country club in Edison 536. Lot No. 1-B (assessed as Block No. 11, Lot No. 619. Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey. seeking courteous and friendly 4901, Lot No. 72). The dimensions are approximately 32 feet It is known and designated as Block No. banquet and ala carte wait staff. The dimensions are 50.00 feet wide by wide by 70 feet long. 13, Lot No. 1064. 100.00 feet long. Nearest cross street: Situate on the east- The dimensions are 24 feet wide by 175 Monthly paid incentive checks. Nearest cross street: Situate on the south- erly line of Lowden Street, 169.57 feet from feet long. Benefits avail, F/T and P/T posi- westerly line of Columbus Avenue, 107.79 the northerly line of Westfield Avenue. Nearest cross street: Situate on the south- tions, flex hrs. feet from the southeasterly line of Sycamore Prior lien(s): SUBJECT TO UNPAID erly line of Orchard Street, 390.32 feet from Contact Mary-Alice Street. TAXES, AMOUNT DUE IS AVAILABLE IN the easterly line of Chilton Street. Prior lien(s): Subject to unpaid taxes and THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE OR FROM Prior lien(s): Subject to unpaid taxes and (908) 757-1800 Ext. 3682. municipal liens. Amount due will be an- PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEYS UPON WRIT- municipal liens. Amount due will be an- HELP WANTED nounced at the Sheriff’s Sale or is available TEN REQUEST TO PLAINTIFF’S ATTOR- nounced at the Sheriff’s Sale or is available upon written request to plaintiff’s attorneys. NEYS. upon written request to plaintiff’s attorneys. There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of HREE EARS OUNG Quality Day Camp in Morris TWO-HUNDRED SIXTY FOUR THOU- ONE-HUDNRED THIRTY SEVEN THOU- TWO-HUNDRED EIGHTEEN THOU- T Y Y ! 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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 20 Thursday, April 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Arts & Entertainment

™ Sixth Annual Spring Fling Fair POPCORN Classic Car Show Keeping The Faith To Coincide To be Held April 30 in Westfield A Mixed Blessing With Spring Fling play. Pony rides and a petting zoo By Michael S. Goldberger WESTFIELD – The streets of WESTFIELD — The Westfield Over 35 local businesses will will be located in the parking One Popcorn, Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair • Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns, Excellent downtown Westfield will be bus- Area Chamber of Commerce will vend their wares. Temple Emanu- area of PNC Bank at North Av- tling with shoppers, artisans and 2 & 1/2 popcorns Anne Bancroft as the young rabbi’s host their first of four Classic Car El will offer information on ani- enue and East Broad Street. A It’s irresistible. The premise of Keep- loving Mom who, incidentally, hasn’t craftspeople at the sixth annual Shows for 2000 this Sunday, April mal adoption, The Guillotine will moonwalk, temporary tattoos, ing The Faith, that is, and not necessar- spoken to Jake’s older brother ever Spring Fling Street Fair on Sun- 30, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., in sponsor a cut-a-thon for the face-painting and sand-art cre- ily the film. And knowing full well that since he married a Catholic. day, April 30, from noon to 6 this country’s 2,499 other film critics This troubling fact is not lost on Mr. conjunction with the annual American Cancer Society from ations will be on tap. p.m. and their grandmothers will begin their Stiller’s persona as he agonizes over his “Spring Fling” Street Fair. noon to 5 p.m. Weichert and the For more information, please The raindate will be Sunday, reviews in exactly the same Vaudevil- increasingly fervid relationship with The event will take place in the Blood Center of New Jersey will call The Advertising Alliance at lian way, the temptation is nonetheless Anna. So the two lovers keep it a secret, May 7. municipal parking lot on Central host a blood drive from 11 a.m. (908) 996-3036 or the Chamber overwhelming. So here goes: even to the point of excluding their The festivities will be held on Did you hear the one about the Avenue, across from the Westfield to 5 p.m. at 185 Elm Street. of Commerce at (908) 233-3021. priest pal. And no surprise, Father Elm, East Broad, Prospect and priest and the rabbi? Well, it seems that Brian is harboring a secret of his own. Post Office. More than 30 motor- Quimby Streets. Therefore, traf- growing up on the Upper West Side of Naturally, all these fragile confi- cars and trucks will be on dis- Manhattan in the 1980s they were best dences ultimately foam to a proverbial fic along these streets will be play, ranging from early 1900 detoured during the day. pals with the same girl. There was head. Jake must decide if his love of Jake (Ben Stiller), who grows up to be faith is compatible with his love for vintage Model “T” Fords to 1970 Debbie Schmidt of the the rabbi; Brian (Edward Norton), who Anna. And what will the social ramifi- “muscle cars.” Westfield Area Chamber of Com- becomes a priest, and lovely Anna cations be? From the emotional confla- The disc jockey, sponsored by merce, the event’s sponsor, (Jenna Elfman), the winsome third gration that erupts, director Norton part of their inseparable trio. nudges his work to preach a little Comcast@Home, will play music stated, “Admission and parking from the 1950s and 1960s. Harley- are free and everyone is invited But Anna moves away when they’re sermon, impart some spiritual wis- teenagers. Jake and Brian grow to be dom, and say a thing or two about Davidson of Edison will display downtown for a great day of the best of friends. And then they don’t religious tolerance before sending his seven motorcycles at the event. family fun.” see Anna again until their early 30’s, audience out into the night. Other sponsors who will be rep- when the energetic dynamo blows But while well-intentioned, the Over 300 exhibits of crafts, art, resented at the show include STS local businesses and children’s into town on business, a high-pow- good-natured film is too fluffy to have ered head honcho of some megalo- its pontificating suddenly assume a Tire and Auto of Westfield and activities will be featured. takeover conglomerate. The troika credible gravity. If the picture boasted New Norris Chevrolet, also of Two jazz bands, “The Ollieland takes up where they left off. Only now more farcical heft, and if some serious Westfield. Puppet Show” and “The Hun- the relationship evolves into an un- notes were delivered as skillfully in- likely love triangle. terspersed counterpoints, then the Admission is free. Classic car gary 5 Oompah Band,” Blues owners who wish to participate singer Alvin C. Madison, and the Waiting for a punch line? Ah, that’s screenplay might have enjoyed a the rub. There isn’t one. At least not in greater effectiveness. are asked to call Darryl Walker, 50’s Retro group, “Class: The Girls the conventional sense of the term. For like the complementing ingredi- Chamber Chairman, at (908) 654- Next Door” are scheduled to Keeping The Faith is a leisurely com- ents of a really righteous matzoh ball, the 4100, to register their car. perform. The stage area is lo- edy that takes a little too long to get properties of comedy and drama must be cated at the corner of Elm and where it’s going. And the affable jour- weighted just so or the story won’t float. ney is rather predictable. However, the Having playful fun with some controver- East Broad Streets. comic vehicle’s three principals are sial topics, Keeping The Faith never ex- Please send Musical entertainers and such good company that, for the most plodes into that laugh-a-minute epiphany clowns will stroll the streets. D.J. part, we happily sit back and enjoy the we can truly believe in. A&E Press Releases to: and singer Bob Mele of Elizabeth ride. After all, the conversation is con- * * * * * [email protected] and the New Jersey Workshop vivial and the friendly banter engaging. Keeping The Faith, rated PG-13, by 4 p.m. on But the plot about a devout young is a Touchstone Pictures release di- for the Arts will both present Jew who has a tug of conscience when Fridays programs. rected by Edward Norton and stars he falls in love outside of his religion Ben Stiller, Jenna Elfman and Edward Food specialties will be pro- adds nothing to the ruminations on faith Norton. Running Time: 129 minutes. vided by local restaurants first mulled in The Jazz Singer (1927), credited as the first talkie and undoubt- Ferraro’s Restaurant & Pizzeria, edly the granddaddy of this genre. Cosimo’s Restaurant & Pizza, And so when there’s no big sur- Snacks n’ Such and China Light. AND THE WINNER IS…Anyone who is lucky enough to win one prise, no dramatic turn of events to Spring Fling’s menu includes of these raffle prizes will surely be a winner at the Westfield spirit the plot from conflict through Symphony Orchestra’s 16th Annual Tour of Notable Homes on climax, we suspect that these new calamari, pastas, desserts, curly buddies we’ve just made are already fries, tomato bruschetta, smoked Saturday, May 6. Over 30 elegant gift baskets will be featured in the raffle. The tour and raffle will benefit the Symphony taking our friendship for granted. barbecued ribs, garlic shrimp, directly. Pictured, left to right, displaying some of the home Although Mr. Norton makes no major Greek fare, London broil, accessories and other luxury items included in the raffle, are: gaffes in his directorial debut, he chicken, fresh fruit smoothies, doesn’t earn any gold stars either. His Symphony Friends Members Myriam Gabriel, Home Tour Chair- straightforward approach is clean if deep-fried Oreos, zeppoles, ice woman Andrea McDermott and Helene Reichlin. unimaginative. But while it is a near cream, homemade fudge and Herculean task to overcome inad- Pennsylvania Dutch funnel cakes. equate writing, a more seasoned di- Artisans and crafters are ex- rector might have applied some fancy Raffle Added to Festivities footwork to the more down-at-heal pected to display and offer for portions of the script. sale jewelry, unique designer To coin a phrase, it’s short on clothing, dolls and toys, quilts, Of Symphony’s Home Tour schmaltz. woodcarving, pottery, original Then again, there are other com- furniture, as well as home and WESTFIELD – Visitors to the An- year’s raffle. forts to console our funny bones. Just “The Home Tour Raffle, which is as screenwriter Stuart Blumberg’s saun- garden accessories. nual Tour of Notable Homes to benefit tering plot reminds of the drawing Other artwork, such as water- the Westfield Symphony Orchestra held at one of the featured homes, has room farces that brightened spirits in A CENTURY ON THE ROAD…Classic cars from every era, span- colors, oil paintings, lithographs, (WSO) on Saturday, May 6, from 10 always been a popular part of the the 30’s and 40’s, Keeping The Faith is ning 1900 to 1970, will be on display at the Westfield Classic Car photography, wooden instru- a.m. to 3 p.m. will have the opportu- day’s activities. This year we are pleased generously peppered with a gaggle of Show this Sunday, April 30, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the municipal to once again offer our visitors the ments, clothing designs and ce- nity to win one of over 30 gift baskets screwballs, eccentrics and loonies. lot across from the Westfield Post Office on Central Avenue. The that will be showcased during this chance to participate in a tricky-tray, Some of them are the daughters of show is part of the Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce’s ramics are also planned for dis- auction-style raffle for elaborately pre- congregants whom it behooves Jake “Spring Fling” Street Fair and is sponsored by STS Tire and Auto sented gift baskets that will appeal to to date in order to keep political peace and by New Norris Chevrolet, both of Westfield; Harley-Davidson everyone from the bride-to-be to the around the temple. (Little do they of Edison and Comcast@Home. gourmet and gardener,” stated Myriam know, scandal of scandals, that their rabbi is falling head over heels for a Photographer Nancy J. Ori Gabriel and Helene Reichlin, this year’s gentile.) Spring Concerts Scheduled raffle coordinators. There’s the pulchritudinous Rachel Continued from Page 22 The gift baskets include products, Rose (Rena Sofer), a news anchor as certificates and services donated by self-involved as she is beautiful. And bered. “I brought back a lot of area merchants, designers, restaurants, Lisa Edelstein is Ali Decker, a pushy By Westfield Glee Club impact on his life and revealed physical fitness freak who beseeches that philosophy to my classes salons and garden centers. In keeping that he had just been accepted to with the tour’s “notable home” theme, the cleric to punch her in the stomach. and forums.” Philadelphia School of Art. However, the finest nut case in the WESTFIELD – The Westfield Glee tional and show song selections. the raffle will also include a number of Club will complete the 75th season Meryl has been an active per- “It was a good experience to go “If I can touch somebody’s life in luxury home accessories from painted bunch is Ken Leung as Don, the croon- ing/rock n’ rolling Japanese salesman. of singing Spring Concerts on Satur- former in school and church, as well out and shoot with him, especially a way that changes their life, I glassware to pillows to artwork cre- in Yosemite,” noted Ms. Ori who Father Brian and Rabbi Jake meet the day, April 29, at 8 p.m. at the First as the Westfield Community Players think that’s my contribution,” re- ated and donated by local designers funny man whilst shopping for a Baptist Church in Westfield and on in which she will star in Brigadoon. explained that at first she shot flected Ms. Ori. “That’s my give and artisans. karaoke machine to be used at the Sunday, April 30, at 4 p.m. at the First Another special portion of the photos with a panoramic focus back.” “One lucky Grand Prize winner will interdenominational recreation center Congregational Church in Westfield. concerts will include the first pub- like Adams, but has now chosen also have the chance to win a one- they’re planning. Also lending character atmosphere A highlight of the Spring Concerts lic performances of newly-com- to zero in on her subjects. year subscription to the 2000-2001 will be the performance of this year’s posed music by Matthew Sklar. The season of the Westfield Symphony are, Eli Wallach as the paternal Rabbi After Adams passed away in Westfield Historical Lewis, esteemed leader of Jake’s con- Scholarship Winner, Meryl Leigh music was commissioned to cel- 1984, Ms. Ori still decided to at- Orchestra, including premium seats Bezrutczyk, soprano, of Scotch ebrate the Glee Club’s anniversary. and an invitation to all post-concert gregation; Ron Rifkin as the typically stern president of the affluent syna- Plains. Meryl will sing a section of His new piece, “Gaudeamus tend one of his workshops she Society Receives receptions,” added Andrea McDermott, had signed up for. She said that gogue, and the staunchly attractive the program with operatic, tradi- Hodie / Dona Nobis Pachem” was Home Tour 2000 Chairwoman. funded by a HEART Grant from the stories told by his students and HEART Grant “It is a great opportunity for anyone contemporaries helped her to get the Union County Board of Cho- who enjoys quality classical music to YFCS to Host Fundraiser sen Freeholders, administered by to know Adams even better. WESTFIELD – The Westfield experience first-hand the professional, the Division of Cultural and Heri- So intrigued by and immersed Historical Society recently re- world-class performances of the tage Affairs. in the legendary culture that was ceived a HEART (History, Educa- Westfield Symphony,” she added. Performance Including Mr. Sklar, a Westfield resident, is Adams, Ms. Ori went on to teach tion, Arts Reaching Thousands) Tour participants may place bids known for his active participation some of the workshops for eight Grant from the Union County throughout the day. The drawing will in music performed in Westfield seasons. “I was always sur- Division of Cultural and Heri- be held at 3:30 p.m. All proceeds from Orchestra of St. Peter by Sea Public Schools and in New York the tour activities, including the raffle, rounded by the way he saw things tage Affairs in the amount of City, where he also studied and directly benefit the WSO. completed music studies at New and the way he liked to teach. $4,300 for its Oral History pro- YFCS is an independent, non- Tickets for the event are $20 in WESTFIELD – Youth and Family York University. He had a big impact on how I gram. advance and $25 the day of the tour Counseling Service (YFCS) will profit agency serving the residents teach. He was quite a character.” Darrick G. Sampson, program He played and later conducted and may be purchased at outlets present a fundraiser concert with the of Berkeley Heights, Clark, Cranford, the theater music for a number of Although she never officially coordinator, stated that the throughout Westfield, Mountainside, 45-member ensemble, The Orches- Garwood, Mountainside, Rahway, Broadway shows, including Ti- earned a teaching degree, Ms. Society’s next task is to tran- Fanwood, Scotch Plains and Summit. tra of St. Peter by the Sea, on Satur- Scotch Plains and Westfield. It pro- tanic and Miss Saigon. Mr. Sklar Ori believes her experience with scribe earlier interviews and then For more information, please call (908) day, May 20, at 8 p.m. at St. Helen’s vides counseling and mental health was recently recognized by Vari- 232-9400. Adams and his workshops was duplicate the tapes in order to Roman Catholic Church in Westfield. services to individuals, families, ety magazine as one of the year’s the best education she could reconcile material in the Society’s Musical Director and Conductor couples and groups on a sliding fee “50 Creatives to Watch.” have ever hoped for. Archives with what is in the ‘Celtains’ Irish Group the Reverend Alphonse Stephenson scale based on ability to pay. The Glee Club’s 1991 Scholar- “I think I am a good teacher,” Westfield Memorial Library. will lead the program. He formed The benefit concert will help ship Winner, Mr. Sklar also re- ceived the Jonathan Larson Per- she said. “They (students) keep Society member Earl Frawley Reveals Performance the Orchestra in 1986 while serving support YFCS programs related to coming back.” has digitized every transcript from forming Arts Foundation Award. WESTFIELD – The Celtains, a at St. Malachy’s Parish in New York parenting skills, parent / teen com- Remembering one participant in an earlier project into Adobe’s The concerts’ program will fea- premier Irish musical group from City. For years, he was conductor munication and family issues. ture old and new music. The particular she encountered at the printable document format files. Concordia College in Bronxville, and musical director on Broadway Tickets for the May 20 concert are printed program will contain an Union County Teen Arts Festival, Darryl Walker, who designs Web N.Y., will perform in concert on for A Chorus Line. $26 for general admission, $23 for historical review with a listing of Ms. Ori explained that she tried to sites, is uploading all of this to Saturday, April 29, at 7:30 p.m. at Although he is retired from senior citizens and $50 for patron the six directors and six accompa- encourage him and give him help- the Westfield Internet site, Redeemer Lutheran Church and Broadway, Rev. Stephenson con- seating. nists during the organization’s 75- School. ful pointers and advice. When she www.westfieldnj.com/history/ tinues to direct the Orchestra of Local ticket outlets include: year history. couldn’t return for the next Festi- oralhist.htm. Jason Marks of Fanwood, a Westfield Mayor Thomas C. Jardim sophomore at Concordia, is a mem- St. Peter by the Sea, which is Country Squire Men’s Wear in val, the young artist was met with Mr. Sampson noted that a vid- made up of musicians from New Clark, Floral Expressions in recently issued a Proclamation that ber of the group. the week of April 24 is proclaimed a more discouraging mentorship. eotape on the mechanics of con- Admission is free. However, a York, New Jersey, Philadelphia Garwood, Bayberry Card & Gift When Ms. Ori returned to the ducting oral histories is avail- free will offering will be accepted. Westfield Glee Club Week. and the Metropolitan Area. Shop in Mountainside, Nuts n’ The public is invited to the con- Festival the following year, the able. He invited anyone who is The Celtains repertoire includes Reverend Stephenson is also fa- Plenty in Scotch Plains and all types of traditional Irish music certs. Tickets will be available at student’s inspiration was re- interested in Oral History to join miliar to New Jersey audiences as Lancaster Ltd. in Westfield. the door for a donation of $12 for kindled. He told Ms. Ori that her the Society in the interviewing from jigs to reels and ballads. A variety of Irish musical instruments the conductor of the Festival of the Tickets are also available by call- adults and $10 for students and advice kept him on the path he process. will be featured. Atlantic, which offers free, outdoor ing (908) 233-2042 or by visiting senior citizens. knew he had the talent to pur- For more information, please Irish dancers from the area are concerts on the Point Pleasant the YFCS office at 233 Prospect For more information, please sue. He was appreciative for her call (908) 317-2760. cordially invited to participate. boardwalk. Street, Westfield. call Dale Juntilla at (908) 232-0673. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, April 27, 2000 Page 21 Arts & Entertainment

Book Discussion Slated Meryl Leigh Bezrutczyk At Fanwood Library Continued from Page 22 FANWOOD — The Fanwood Memorial Library, Yorker with a defi- located at North Avenue and nite spunk and atti- Tillotson Road, will hold a tude,” said Meryl. book discussion on Thurs- “It’s a totally differ- day, May 11, at 7:30 p.m. ent change,” she Librarian Ruth Ahnert will added, comparing lead a discussion of “The her past roles. Gazebo,” written by Emily When Meryl cap- Grayson. Interested indi- tured the scholarship viduals are urged to read generously offered the book before the meet- by the Westfield Glee ing date. Club, her voice Anyone who needs the earned her victory. book may pick up a copy at She performed the library. For more infor- “Come Unto Him” by mation, please call the li- Handel, “Tonight, brary at (908) 322-6400. Tonight” from West Side Story and “They Can’t Take That Away From Me.” She will offer op- Editorial eratic, traditional A MUSICAL PARTNERSHIP…Blending education and music is a special feature of the Westfield Symphony and show selections Continued from Page 22 Orchestra’s (WSO) “Caravan 2000” program. The Orchestra recently performed Hansel and Gretel for for her appearance Westfield’s fourth graders. The program is made possible by contributions from The Westfield Foundation, the district’s Fine Arts Department, The Westfield Coalition for the Arts and The Recording Industry’s Music at the Glee Club’s Performance Trust Fund. Pictured, left to right, are: Betsy Chance of the Foundation, Assistant Principal at Performance for his role as Andy concerts while ac- Franklin Elementary School Pat Rooney and WSO Director and Conductor Maestro David Wroe. Kaufman in Man on the Moon. companied by Tho- Although earning a golden mas Booth. The con- bucket of popcorn from MTV certs will be pre- Westfield Symphony Orchestra Helps won’t quite measure up to a statue sented on Saturday, of the golden boy, Carey de- April 29, at 8 p.m. at serves recognition for epitomiz- the First Baptist ing himself. Some say he was Church of Westfield Bring Hansel and Gretel to School Kaufman re-incarnated. and on Sunday, While MTV has nominated April 29, at 4 p.m. at WESTFIELD – Approximately way Maestro Wroe and the stage through the performance. This is some of Oscar’s friends like Haley the First Congrega- 500 fourth grade students in the director arranged the two-hour definitely a keeper! I look forward to Joe Osment of The Sixth Sense, tional Church of Westfield school district enjoyed a opera into a 45-minute assembly next year.” Boy’s Don’t Cry’s Hilary Swank Westfield. performance of Humperdinck’s for children.” For more information about the and Chloe Sevigny, these thespi- “She’s a very nice SPUNKY IN SCOTCH PLAINS...Meryl’s role Hansel and Gretel by the Westfield She continued, “I feel Westfield WSO’s education programs and the ans will most likely not be giving person,” remarked Symphony Orchestra (WSO) on students were exposed to a vital 2000-2001 season, please call (908) as Rizzo in Grease at Scotch Plains-Fanwood April 6. component of their music education 232-9400. an acceptance speech on the Dale Juntilla of the High School was a true learning experience. Sponsored by The Westfield glammed and overly-glitzed stage Westfield Glee Club. Foundation, the district’s Fine Arts Haydn and Brahms Trios at MTV. Chances are, that honor “She is very active in Department, The Westfield Coa- will go to the likes of Sarah the community and will do well dancing muscles at the Center lition for the Arts and The Re- Michelle Gellar for “Best Villain” in the music world.” for Dance Education in Clark in cording Industry’s Music Perfor- and “Best Female Performance” Although she is on a waiting order to strengthen her dancing mance Trust Fund, the WSO pre- Planned by Arbor Chamber in Cruel Intentions and Mike sented the performance as part list for membership to it’s the- repertoire. of the Orchestra’s “Caravan 2000” WESTFIELD — Violinist Emi Ohi Piano Trio, Hob. XV, 24; Ives’s Piano Myers for “Best Comedic Perfor- ater group, Meryl will take her Her plans also include Plays in music education program. Resnick and cellist Matthias Naegele Trio; Adolphe’s Duo for Violin and mance” in Austin Powers. place as a freshman in Wagner the Park in Edison’s Roosevelt Several months ago, Westfield’s will join pianist Lenore Davis in the Cello; and Brahms’s Piano Trio in C Always an interesting (to say College’s Arts Administration Park and auditioning for an “in- fourth grade teachers received a final concert of the Arbor Chamber Minor, Op. 101. A pre-concert talk by the least) category at MTV’s Movie Program in Staten Island. She tense” program of music, theater, teaching outline in preparation for Music Society’s 1999-2000 series. This composer John Sichel will take place Awards is “Best Kiss.” Qualifica- also plans to audition as a non- acting and dance called “Cap 21” the music program. program will be given on Saturday, at each venue 45 minutes before the tions here have more to do with Linda M. King, Supervisor of Fine April 29, at 8 p.m. in Maplewood at the performance. major for the college’s music at New York University. Arts for the district stated, “The Burgdorff Cultural Center, 10 Durand Violinist Emi Ohi Resnick currently grossing us out and catering more department. For the young artist who has performance of Hansel and Gretel Road; and on Sunday, April 30, at 4 divides her time between the United to the absurd than love and ro- Until she is officially packed nearly knocked Stockard by the Westfield Symphony Cara- p.m. in Westfield, at St. Paul’s Episco- States and Europe, where she is con- mance. Going for the shock value, and ready for Wagner, Meryl will Channing from her Rizzo reign, van was outstanding! We are par- pal Church, 414 East Broad Street. certmaster of the Dutch Radio Cham- two lesbian kissing scenes are do all she can to build up those it’s full speed ahead. ticularly amazed at the wonderful Both concerts will feature Haydn’s ber Orchestra. up for the golden popcorn buck- Cellist Matthias Naegele resides in ets: Hilary Swank and Chloe Amsterdam and has performed as a Please send Sevigny’s exchange in Boys Don’t soloist and chamber musician in Eu- A&E Press Releases to: [email protected] rope, the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Cry and Sarah Michelle Gellar and Asia. He performs regularly with and Selma Blair’s swapping in by 4 p.m. on Fridays chamber ensemble groups, including Cruel Intentions. Gotta love that for consideration. the Prometheus Piano Quartet, the Music MTV mentality. Project, An Die Musik, and Anthony Different demographics, differ- Newman’s Brandenburg Collegium. He has performed numerous times with the ent mindsets. Same ol’ purpose – Arbor Chamber Music Society. to keep us on the edge of our Pianist Lenore Fishman Davis, a couches, entertained, shocked, Westfield resident, made her concert amused and confused. May the The Main Ingredient debut at age seven in New York’s best trendy, pin-up, cult figure Town Hall. She has appeared as a win… soloist and a chamber musician in concert halls throughout the United * * * * * States and in Europe. Best Movie: The Matrix Potato Soup With Ham & Leeks In 1991, she founded the Arbor Best Male Performance: Jim Chamber Music Society with the goal Carey, Man on the Moon 3 tbsp. butter 3 c. chicken broth of bringing the world’s finest chamber Best Female Performance: 2 potatoes, peeled and sliced 1 1/2 tbsp. chives music performers to New Jersey audi- Sarah Michelle Gellar, Cruel In- 3 leeks, sliced Dash of pepper ences in concert halls and in schools. 1/2 lb. cooked ham, cubed The Arbor Chamber Music Society’s tentions programming is made possible in part Breakthrough Male Perfor- Melt butter in large saucepan, adding leeks. Saute over a low by the New Jersey Council on the Arts mance: Jason Biggs, American flame for approximately 7 minutes. Add broth and potatoes. through grants administered by the Cook mixture over medium heat for approximately 10 min- Pie utes. Crush some of the potatoes while in the pan cooking with Essex County Office of Cultural and Breakthrough Female Per- Heritage Affairs and the Union County a spoon or fork. Add ham and simmer. Season with pepper and Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs. formance: Selma Blair, Cruel In- decorate with chives. Serves about 4. It is funded as well by grants from tentions the Bergen Foundation, the Westfield Best On-Screen Duo: Mike Foundation, and the Union County Myers and Verne Troyer, Austin Freeholders HEART Grant program. Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me NEW JERSEY’S OLDEST The Society receives generous sup- FINE ART…This striking necklace by CBL Fine Art Gallery of Westfield Best Villain: Sarah Michelle • COMMUNITY THEATER • and West Orange is an example of the selections of craftsmanship port from Simpson Home Improve- Gellar, Cruel Intentions ments, Hayward Industries, and Chase available at the 42nd Annual Westfield Hadassah Fine Art and Crafts Best Comedic Performance: • • Show on Sunday, May 7, from noon to 9 p.m. at Temple Emanu-El. Manhattan Bank. The Cranford Dramatic Club Proudly Presents... Admission is $17.50 for general Mike Myers, Austin Powers: The admission and $14 for seniors. Stu- Spy Who Shagged Me ART SHOW TO AID MEDICAL RESEARCH, EDUCATION dents are admitted free in Westfield Best Musical Performance: and for $8 in Maplewood. “Just the Two of Us,” Austin Pow- • • The concerts are recommended for Lend Me ers: The Spy Who Shagged Me Westfield Hadassah Fine Art, ages 10 years and older. Tickets and brochures can be obtained at the door, Best Kiss: Sarah Michelle • • or by calling (908) 232-1116 or by e- Gellar and Selma Blair, Cruel In- Crafts Show Planned for May 6 mail at [email protected]. tentions • A Tenor • WESTFIELD – The Westfield pieces. It is based on the artist’s Mountainside Native to Sign the Tony Award winning comedy hit by Ken Ludwig Chapter of Hadassah invites the “Temple Series” paintings, which public to explore “The Shape of was influenced by his visit to Egypt “Side-splittingly hilarious... one of the Art” at the 42nd Annual Fine Art and the tombs in the Valley of the Book at Hospital Fundraiser • • and Crafts Show to be held Satur- Kings in 1981. funniest comedies to hit Broadway in day, May 6, and Sunday, May 7, at “The Art Show has been tre- MOUNTAINSIDE – Harvey and efforts to help children.” Temple Emanu-El in Westfield. mendously successful over the Bea Alter of Bayberry Card & Gift She added that, in the past, they • years.” • The Art Show serves as the pri- years,” commented Chairperson Shop in Mountainside announced that have donated the proceeds from raffles mary means of fulfilling Westfield’s Evelyn Hollander. “We are proud a native of the borough and author for a Beanie Baby Tree and a Beanie Chapter’s commitment to the show has helped medical re- Edward Einhorn will sign copies of his Baby/Pokemon wreath. Hadassah’s projects. searchers and physicians to newly-released book, “Paradox in Oz” Published by the Hungry Tiger Press, • Fridays, May 5, 12 & 19 – 8:00 pm • “The Shape of Art” is inspired by achieve significant breakthroughs at a fundraising book-signing to aid Mr. Einhorn’s book contains 100 col- the work of the Hadassah’s com- in healthcare.” children at the Children’s Specialized orful illustrations by Eric Shanower Saturdays, May 6, 13 & 20 – 8:00 pm missioned artist, Richard Founded in 1912, Hadassah is Hospital (CSH). who was challenged by the book’s Reserved seating tickets only $15.00 Anuszkiewicz, a seminal figure in Israel’s medical pacesetter in heal- The event will be held on Saturday, visual paradoxes. • • the 20th century Op Art move- ing, teaching and research. May 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mr. Alter called the book-signing a ment. He is renowned for his use This fundraiser will debut with a Bayberry Shop. “wonderful opportunity for children Box Office (908) 276-7611 of dramatic color and geometric preview Cocktail Reception for “It’s no paradox that we will not to have a personally signed book by a • Mastercard and Visa accepted • rhythms. patrons on May 6. It will be open receive any monetary benefit from the local author.” The show will feature the work to the public on May 7 from noon book sales,” Mr. Alter said, since all “If enough people attend the book- Free, lighted, on-site parking proceeds will benefit CSH. signing and purchase books, then we of today’s leading artists and to 9 p.m. “Needless to say, we were thrilled and members of the CSH Auxiliary craftspeople, including pottery, Admission is $3 for adults and when the Alters told us that they have will be grateful and able to carry out • • glass, sculpture, fine art, crafts, $1.50 for senior citizens. Students arranged to have Mr. Einhorn for a our mission – to help children at the jewelry and quilts. are admitted free. Lunch and snacks book-signing benefit for the Auxil- hospital,” he stated. • Mr. Anuszkiewicz has created a will be available. iary,” stated Auxiliary President Mrs. Complimentary refreshments will • • • serigraph especially for the annual For additional information, Elmer Talcott. “The Alters have been be served, courtesy of the Auxiliary show in addition to 125 other please call (908) 233-6531. generous in supporting the Auxiliary’s members. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 22 Thursday, April 27, 2000 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Arts & Entertainment Life’s Lens Exposes Various

Vantage Points for Nancy J. Ori Julia Roberts in a scene from Stepmom

By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ARTIST OF THE WEEK BERKELEY HEIGHTS – While her terrier Maddie barked over the teeming rain that glazed the windows of her cottage-like Julia Fiona home in Berkeley Heights last Roberts Friday, photographer Nancy J. Bezrutczyk Doesn’t Mind Ori taught The Westfield Leader (1967- ) and The Times that photography is more than what meets the eye Being Bit By Acting Bug of a camera’s lens. Julia Fiona Roberts, who is Ms. Ori, who could never be mostly associated with her mistaken for a shutterbug in the role as Richard Gere’s Pretty By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN never knew before. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times “amateur” sense of the word, Woman has a smile as wide as Soon, she found herself a mem- follows the credo that every pho- the whole sky. As one SCOTCH PLAINS – If you think ber of the high school’s Reper- only Stockard Channing could tographer brings his or her own Hollywood’s highest paid ac- tory Theatre, landing the plum unique viewpoint to what they tresses, with the gorgeous pull off the role of that sassy, role of Irene Roth in Crazy For see through the lens. Benjamin Bratt at her side, smoking siren with savoir faire You. also known as Rizzo in Grease, “This story,” she explained, Roberts has oodles to grin Although her mother admitted pointing to her body, “is what about. then you haven’t seen Scotch that while seated in the audience makes each picture so different.” Catching the acting bug at Plains’ very own Meryl Leigh was a little difficult to watch her Bezrutczyk in action. She further stated that the cul- a young age, Roberts and her daughter playing a sultry charac- tures, colors we favor, our moods, brother Eric who were born “It was so out of the ordinary ter such as Roth, she told The levels of photographic experi- in Smyrna, Ga. spent time for me, pulling off her attitude,” Leader and The Times that her explained Meryl. “I was happy ence and psychological make- with students of the Actors daughter pulled off the role beau- up are all factors which influ- and Writers Workshop, with it. It was definitely a side I tifully. ence our perspective. owned by their parents, in never knew I had in me before.” “Every actor that is out there The irony lies in one minute “We bring our own baggage to Georgia. A triple threat to has their own type of talent,” what we photograph. The cam- Hollywood as an actress, and insignificant detail: Meryl Meryl responded when asked era is just a means to an end,” model and producer, she has has never participated in an act- about her major influences in the “Red Leaf” by Nancy J. Ori said Ms. Ori, who is a private served as Goodwill Ambassa- ing class in all of her teenage life. world of theater. She’s born with it. photography teacher and a fac- dor for UNICEF and garnered Of course, hanging out with dent of American photographer Much the antithesis of her Rizzo ulty member at the New Jersey ogy, confided that she has al- movie awards since 1989. members from the casts of Cats Ansel Adams, she is still learning character, poised and well-man- Center for Visual Arts in Summit ways been fascinated by the psy- After graduating from and Rent help quite a bit too. different vantage points of the nered beyond her years, Meryl and the Watchung Adult School. chological and emotional aspects Campbell High School in These meetings have afforded world from her students’ pic- sat down with The Westfield Besides the New Jersey Photog- behind artistic expression. Smyrna in 1985, Roberts her the opportunity to learn from tures. Leader and The Times last week raphy Forum, she also instituted “There are two types of people.” packed her bags for the NYC their Broadway experiences, as “They are now looking at life to discuss where her interest in the New Jersey Heritage Photog- she reasoned, “The touchy-feely but did not catch the eyes of well as how they found that fame. in a very different way and see- acting and music all began…and raphy Workshop which she con- and analytical. The touchy-feely producers and filmmakers ing things they never saw be- more importantly, where it’s go- ducts in Cape May every spring. is interested in the picture and until her role in Mystic Pizza. fore,” said Ms. Ori regarding the ing. Ms. Ori confided that, despite whether it expresses the emo- Soon, star status struck with feedback she receives from her While many artists in this genre her extensive repertoire as a stu- tion. They are more interested in Steel Magnolias, for which remember getting bit by the act- the final prod- she won a Golden Globe, ing bug at an early age, singing uct. The analyti- Pretty Woman, which gave in the kindergarten play or act- cal is interested her another Golden Globe, ing in commercials, Meryl didn’t in what hap- My Best Friend’s Wedding, really get her start until her fresh- pens before the which earned her the title of man year when she entered the picture is made, Favorite Actress by Block- halls at Scotch Plains-Fanwood how the camera buster Entertainment and High School (SPFHS). works.” Conspiracy Theory and “I was friends with a lot of Although she Stepmom which was also rec- seniors,” Meryl recalled, adding had a love for ognized by Blockbuster. Rob- that she became involved with painting, Ms. erts also received the the school’s choirs such as the Meryl Leigh Bezrutczyk as Irene Ori realized dur- People’s Choice award this Show Chorus, Select Choir and Roth in Crazy For You ing her studies year as “Favorite Motion Pic- Moonglowers. that painting ture Actress.” Bolstered by the influences of Westfield’s own Colleen Sexton was too slow for Most recently, Roberts SPFHS Music Instructor Laurie who has taken on the lead role in her. She de- filmed Runaway Bride with Wellman and District Supervisor Jekyll and Hyde has also been a cided to transi- former Pretty Woman co-star Vincent Turturiello, Meryl dis- source of strength and inspira- tion into pho- Richard Gere. She was nomi- covered in herself a love for tion for Meryl. tography which nated last week for Best Fe- singing, dancing and acting she Her first time dabbling in com- she found to be male Performance by MTV’s munity theater, she will proudly a “faster, career- Movie Awards for her role as join the cast of Brigadoon at The oriented” focus. the woman who just couldn’t Pictured above, Meryl Leigh Westfield Community Players, While the commit – that is until she met Bezrutczyk as Rizzo in Grease search for the Gere’s character. at Scotch Plains-Fanwood portraying Jane Ashton. High School. “She’s a soft-spoken New ideal job didn’t Epitomizing Hollywood Continued on Page 21 “Rancho de Chimayo” by Nancy J. Ori prove smooth in glamour just like the beloved the 1970s be- Audrey Hepburn, Roberts has students. cause it was a male-dominated no limits to where her smile, “It’s a rebirth for me to work profession, Ms. Ori found an and acting can take her. with new people,” she said, add- outlet for her skills at Ciba Geigy ing she is always intrigued when where she worked as a darkroom her pupils aim their cameras at technician. Please send the same building in Cape May Meeting her mentor and soon- to-be friend Ansel Adams, proved A&E Press Releases to: and all arrive at different results [email protected] when the film is developed. to be the sweetest success of all. Ms. Ori paused thoughtfully as “He introduced me to a whole by 4 p.m. on Maddie rested under her master’s philosophy of teaching photog- Fridays desk. “After 25 years of what has raphy I was once unaware of, been intuitive,” she said, “they how to critique and share infor- (the students) make me go back mation with others,” she remem- into my photographic history and Continued on Page 20 help me to simplify the technol- ogy that I’ve known for so many years.” Constructive criticism, which often still denotes a sense of Pen and Ink students cringing as their flaws are illustrated and discussed be- By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN fore their peers, is a more posi- tive learning experience in Ms. Gauging MTV Movie Nominees Differs Ori’s classroom. Dramatically From Oscar’s Standards “Each week we put up photos or lay them out for critique,” she Place 10 MTV executives at a table across from said. “If you do a critique well, 10 Oscar producers and what do you get? Oil everyone should walk away feel- and water. Mass confusion. ing good about themselves. Part “Oh, my gawd. Neve Campbell totally has to of the learning process comes be nominated for an MTV Movie Award for from looking at other’s photos.” Scream 3,” panics the MTV exec. “Her acting is Ms. Ori refers to the critique soooo killer!” process as “laying your heart out Rolling his eyes, the Oscar on the table,” – a very personal honcho says with a gasp, “P- experience that helps the pho- l-e-a-s-e! Are we talking about Sarah Michelle tographer grow. Gellar Her key piece of advice, how- acting here? Anyone can ever, is for the student to get to scream on the top of their know their subject before shoot- lungs! Let’s talk about a real actress like Julia ing it, choosing something that Roberts.” is familiar to them. Capturing “Julia, who?” is the response. images, light and perspectives This year’s MTV movie award picks illustrate from no more than 30-feet from Jim Carey the point that talent is gauged by a very different one’s bed is another trick of the barometer at the MTV studios than at Oscar trade Ms. Ori advises for begin- headquarters. While American Beauty and The Sixth Sense were ners. given kudos by both sides, Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged “No one knows that space bet- Me and American Pie would clearly be shunned by Oscar. He ter than you,” she said. “Then, you can go anywhere else.” would probably turn his golden head and huff a sigh of disgust. Ms. Ori, who originally in- However, the folks at the music mogul made a wiser decision tended to pursue fine arts, el- than Oscar when they nominated Jim Carey for Best Male ementary education and psychol- Continued on Page 21 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK