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Volume 115 Number 21 THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2002 60 Cents Eight teachers saying Town backs Giblin for county exec goodbye to Millburn basic skills instructor after 16 By Harry Trumbore years in the district while Glen- Local County Executive Results of The Item wood teacher Judith Schades left 35 Eight teachers will say good- during the winter. bye to the Millburn school dis- The district will also see the DiVincenzo trict at the end of the month. departure of Linda Votto, secre- 30 For the most part, the departing tary to the school superintendent, Giblin teachers are from Millburn High who retires after 18 years of ser- School. Retiring this year are: vice effective July 1. 25 Elaine Henderson, a science Deanne Gitner, the district’s teacher with 19 years in the dis- communications coordinator for 20 Total Votes trict; eight years, is taking a deferred DiVincenzo 197
Anthony Costabile, a mathe- retirement. Votes matics teacher with 24 years in This school year saw Kather- 15 Giblin 261 the district; ine Goerss retire as the district’s Ed Tirone, a mathematics school superintendent in Febru- 10 teacher and boys’ varsity tennis ary for health reasons. Dr. 43% coach with 30 years in the dis- Goerss is former principal of the 57% trict; middle school 5 Louise Saliceti, a mathematics At the beginning of the school teacher with 34 years in the dis- year, William Yerger, principal of 0 trict. South Mountain School, official- Township 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 High school English teacher ly left the district to teach on the District #
Ruth Bennett retired in February college level. Another elemen- Information courtesy of the Township Clerk’s office. Figures do not include absentee or provisional ballots. after 34 years in the district. tary school principal, Arlene At Millburn Middle School, Pincus, retired from her position social studies teacher Maria at Deerfield School in March. DiVincenzo the victor with Trzepacz leaves after 32 years in When asked what where the district. biggest changes they’ve wit- 61 percent of county votes Claudia Raffa is leaving her nessed over the years, most of Glenwood/Deerfield chores as a Continued on Page 27 accept the results. We spent By Harry Trumbore over $1 million in this cam- of The Item paign… I am sure Joe will pre- MHS senior winner Essex County Freeholder vail in November.” President Joseph DiVincenzo Mr. DiVincenzo could not be Jr. handily won the Democratic reached for comment as of of Governor’s Award primary for county executive in press time. Tuesday’s election, but town- Bloomfield resident Candace By Harry Trumbore ship voters perhaps expressed Straight ran unopposed on the of The Item their dissatisfaction with the Republican side of the ballot current county government and garnered 515 votes in the Millburn High School senior township, 6,215 countywide. Lauren Dacey is one of 90 New with a strong vote for his oppo- “We’re very excited about Jersey high school students named nent. Candy Straight,” said Alan Kral, winner of the Governor’s Award Township Democrats cast in Arts Education this year. 261 votes, or 57 percent, for president of the Republican Thomas Giblin Joseph DiVincenzo Jr. Lauren was one of six students Thomas Giblin, and 197, or 43 Committee in the township. percent, for Mr. DiVincenzo. “She brings a different perspec- rent county executive James Tr- follows: Ms. DiPasqua- statewide to pick up the annual Romano, 315; Mr. Gorin, 309; award in the category for writ- Mr. DiVincenzo carried the tive and energy level to the race.” effinger, finished fifth in county Ms. McNett, 522; and Mr. ing. Along with the award comes county with 33,151 votes, or 61 Three candidates for the voting with 3,403 votes, just Bate, 533. a $1,000 scholarship. percent, while Mr. Giblin Board of Chosen Freeholders missing the cut for the Novem- picked up 21,246 votes, or 39 on Ms. Straight’s party line— ber ballot. In the Republican primary An essay she wrote captured a Lauren Dacey National Council of Teachers percent. “Republicans for Lower Prop- As such, Mr. Bate will be on for U.S. Senator, businessman Despite Mr. Giblin’s defeat, erty Taxes”—including town- the November ballot both for Douglas Forrester won 44 per- writing award and subsequently bine her studies with her writing. qualified her for a chance at the Nick Romano, campaign man- ship resident Salvatore J. Bate, the freeholder seat as well as cent of the county vote and the The award ceremony took right to face in November in- Governor’s Award, which she won place at the War Memorial Build- ager for the Democratic ticket earned spots on the November for Township Committee. cumbent Robert Torricelli, who by writing an additional essay on ing in Trenton and was presided for Township Committee, was ballot. “I’m hoping to be a voice for Tennyson’s poem, “Ulysses.” over by William L. Librera, com- pleased with the efforts of local Mr. Bate, who along with the suburban communities who ran unopposed on the Democ- Despite her flair for writing, missioner of education. During Giblin supporters. fellow incumbent Mary F. feel the county is not paying at- ratic ticket. State Sen. Diane Lauren, who will attend Yale the event, the audience was enter- “We worked really hard (for McNett also won an unopposed tention to them,” Mr. Bate said. Allen finished with 32 percent, University in the fall, will be tained with performances by stu- Giblin) and got out the vote,” bid as Republicans running for “I consider myself a strong with state Sen. John considering a career as a doctor. dent winners in various music Mr. Romano said. Township Committee, was the candidate for both offices.” Matheussen a distant third with “I love English, I love to write, categories and slides of award- In his concession speech, Mr. third highest vote-getter coun- Both Democratic candidates 24 percent. but science makes more sense to winning visual arts. Giblin expressed optimism tywide of Republican candi- for Township Committee, An- Mr. Forrester earned 310 me,” Lauren said. Like any cre- Ironically, at the award cere- about his former opponent’s dates for an at-large freeholder nette DiPasqua-Romano and votes in the township, one more ative writer, she says she hates mony in Trenton May 29, Lauren future. seat with 4,685 votes. Abbott Gorin, ran unopposed in than state Sen. Allen and top- when people criticize her writ- said she found herself seated “This is the business I’ve Township resident Mark Tuesday’s primary and will ping Sen. Matheussen by 200 ing, and with science, facts are next to a young man who also chosen,” he said. “With that Maurer, also running for an at- square off against Mr. Bate and votes. absolute. won in the writing category and comes wins and sometimes large freeholder seat on the Ms. McNett in November. Without a major national race “Science is always reliable,” who also plans to attend Yale to some losses. The voters of Essex County Republican Party Voting for the Township being contested, Tuesday’s she said. Still, she hopes pursue science. Essex County have spoken. I Line formerly headed by cur- Committee candidates went as Continued on Page 20 there is some way she can com- Continued on Page 27 McKee, Shi high honors speakers Tuesday Winner her freshman year of By Anne L. Malyska the annual Millburn 4-miler in the and Jim Connelly girls’ high school category, Caitlin of The Item has also earned varsity letters in Millburn High School seniors spring track and cross country. Caitlin McKee and Kevin Shi She was co-captain of the cross will lead the Class of 2002 as its country team her junior and senior top students and high honors year, and selected to the Northern speakers Tuesday night at the Hills Conference, All Skyline Di- school’s annual award presenta- vision second team her junior tion. In continuing its tradition, year. the school will hold its academic This National Merit Scholar is awards program at 7:30 p.m. in leaving high school with a slew the auditorium. of awards and honors, among Caitlin McKee Kevin Shi Both planning to continue them this year the Essex County their education this fall at Ivy newspaper. She has been a board sense to do it in a field I’d be in- Academic Award, being the Star League schools, Caitlin and member on the executive council terested in pursuing.” Ledger Scholar MHS nominee, Kevin will be recognized Tues- of the Student Government As- The daughter of Marjorie and and her name in “Who’s Who in day night for their commitment sociation, a junior volunteer at David McKee, Caitlin volun- American High Schools.” to academics and extracurricu- St. Barnabas Medical Center, teered at St. Barnabas because it Caitlin is an AP Scholar with lar activities, as well as dedica- and a member of the Red Cross would afford her a chance to be Distinction, an Edward J. tion to the community in which club. involved in an area that interests Bloustein Distinguished Scholar, they live. Considering a major in biolo- her. But after her time at the hos- N.J. Governor’s School on the gy, Caitlin is still deciding pital, where delivering labor Environment Scholar, winner of Caitlin McKee whether she wants to become a room schedules was among her the Dartmouth Book Club award A Harvard-bound senior, doctor. She initially wanted to be tasks, Caitlin’s proximity to the and MHS Physics award. She Caitlin’s career at Millburn High a pediatrician, affording her the miracle of birth could eventually was selected as the MHS dele- Staff photo/Jim Connelly School has included a range of opportunity to work with chil- pull her toward a career in ob- gate to the N.J. Girls’ Career In- CELEBRATING A TITLE—Troy Pittenger (left), Doug academic, athletic and extracur- dren. stetrics, she said. stitute in 2001 and the high Petkanics (center) and Jordan Maleh revel in the Millburn ricular activities. “I think I’ve always played “I heard a baby born and its school’s New Jersey Science High School baseball team’s 5-2 defeat of Nutley Friday She has served as editor-in- around with the idea of being a first cry,” she said. “And I League team for biology II and afternoon in the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athlet- chief of The Millwheel, the doctor,” she said. “But I volun- thought how neat that would be physics II, in grades 10 and 11 ic Association North Jersey, Section 2, Group 3 champi- school’s yearbook, and Op/Ed teered (at St. Barnabas) because I to be a part of that first moment respectively. onship game. Story, more photos on Page 15. editor of The Miller, the school wanted to volunteer. And it made in a baby’s life.” Continued on Page 20
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Page 2 THE ITEM of Millburn and Short Hills Thursday, June 6, 2002 Romankiewicz becomes Eagle Scout tonight Colts Neck man victim of John Patrick Romankiewicz of nells Specialized Hospital in years. He was a retreat leader at Millburn Avenue carjacking Boy Scout Troop 17, sponsored Berkeley Heights. Through John’s Delbarton for the freshman and by St. Rose of Lima Catholic leadership of the 10 Scouts and sophomore retreats held each which belonged to a township Church, will be awarded the rank adults in his group, they collected year at the school. By Harry Trumbore resident and had been stolen ear- of Eagle Scout this evening at a more than 560 cassettes and books The Eagle Award will be pre- of The Item lier in the afternoon from Bailey Court of Honor at 7:30 in the St. on tape. Patricia B Scott, director sented by Ken Fineran, Troop 17 A 62-year-old Colts Neck man Road. The Jeep, which was Rose gymnasium. of activities therapy, recognized Scoutmaster. Participating in the was the victim of a carjacking towed from the scene, was stolen Son of Mr. and Mrs. John Ro- his efforts and results. ceremony and presenting cita- Friday afternoon. out of Fairfield. mankiewicz of West Road, John A June graduate of the Delbar- tions to the new Eagle Scout will Police say the investigation joined Troop 17 in October 1995 ton School, John plans to attend be Mayor Thomas C. McDer- The man, who was in town for a funeral, stopped his 2000 Audi into the incident is continuing. after being active in Cub Scout Northwestern University, con- mott and representatives of the No one was injured Friday af- Pack 17 for three years. With ducting his studies at the Mc- township’s American Legion at a red light at the intersection of Millburn Avenue and Ridgewood ternoon when a teenaged town- Troop 17, he has held the leader- Cormick School of Engineering. John Patrick Post 140, the Jewish War Veter- ship resident ran a red light at the ship positions of quartermaster, At Delbarton John was class ans, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Road at 4:30 p.m. when the event Romankiewicz intersection of Millburn and chaplain’s aide, instructor, junior valedictorian and a member of the Knights of Pythias and the St. occurred, police reports state. assistant scoutmaster and currently the jazz, percussion and wind en- erary magazine and a member of Rose of Lima Council of the According to witnesses, in- Wyoming avenues, leading him to collide with another car, jump assistant scoutmaster. He is an sembles. the Delbarton drama program. Knights of Columbus. cluding the man’s wife, who was a curb and hit a utility pole. Ordeal Member of the Order of the During his junior and senior John was also a student leader in With the addition of John to traveling immediately behind The driver told police he was Arrow, which is a national scout- years he was part of the Delbar- the music department. the Troop 17 Eagle Scout honor him in a separate car, a Jeep ing honor camper organization. ton Engineering Team that took The new Eagle Scout also par- roll, the number of Eagle Scouts reaching for a quarter he drove up alongside the Audi fol- dropped. He was charged with John’s Eagle Scout project was second place in the New Jersey ticipated in the Big Brothers of in the Troop’s 57-year history lowed closely by a Nissan to plan, coordinate and supervise Statewide Panasonic Creative Morris County program and will reach 64. careless driving. Maxima. An occupant from the the collection of audiocassettes Design Challenge. He was an worked with a “little brother” A buffet dinner will follow the On May 30, a Flushing, N.Y., and books on tape for the Run- editor of DELTA, Delbarton’s lit- during his junior and senior Court of Honor. Jeep jumped out and attempted to man driving north on Old Short pull the man from his car, reports Hills Road shortly after noon state. When the driver resisted, struck a deer near the intersection Earn ‘My Fair Lady’ tickets with sale receipts the assailant called to his com- with Glen Avenue. The man was panions to “get the gun.” He then uninjured, but his car was towed Sidewalk Sale Days arrive in Lady” by shopping during the According to Ms. Holden, cer- honored,” Ms. Holden said. In pulled the driver from the Audi. from the scene. downtown Millburn today with sidewalk sale days and saving re- tain downtown merchants have order for customers to receive An occupant from the Maxima Two people were injured later bargains, variety and values ceipts. incorporated the offer into their tickets for the show, all receipts got into the Jeep, according to re- that day when their cars collided through Saturday. “The number of people taking own marketing strategies, and must be turned in to the DMDA ports, and all three cars drove on Morris Turnpike. As the Downtown Millburn De- advantage of the offer has more have been rewarded by repeat office, 387 Millburn Avenue, no away. A passenger still in the Kelly McClure, 20, of Union, velopment Alliance (DMDA) and than doubled since the inception business from grateful cus- later than noon on July 15. Audi was forced out of the auto- was driving east on the roadway Paper Mill continue to work to- of this creative marketing idea,” tomers. “Whether you spend $750 or mobile shortly after the incident, at 6:50 p.m. when police say a gether to enhance the downtown said Pat Holden, executive direc- “People have a copy of the $2,000, the maximum number of and the drivers of both the Audi car driven by Binita Narang, 31, and bring people into the business tor of the DMDA. “People tell us DMDA Shopping and Dining tickets a household will receive and the Maxima made good their of Berkeley Heights pulled out district, the shopping promotion that they have actually switched Guide in their car to have ready is two.” escape, police said. from Cleveland Place and the two introduced last year continues to their personal services, previous- access to the businesses that are The promotion does not in- Several drivers witnessing the collided. draw people into the downtown. ly performed out of the district, automatically included in the clude postal receipts or prescrip- incident, however, managed to Both drivers were transported Shoppers can earn two tickets specifically to be able to benefit promotion by virtue of the fact tion drugs, but does allow for one follow the Jeep as far as Edge- to a local hospital by the Mill- to see the Paper Mill’s “My Fair from these promotions.” they are physically located in the ShopRite or Whole Foods re- wood Terrace, where the driver burn-Short Hills Volunteer First special improvement district ceipt. All receipts must have the lost control. The Jeep climbed the Aid Squad: Ms. McClure suffer- (SID),” said Ms. Holden. name of the business on them. curb, hit two trees and a fire hy- ing from facial pain, Ms. Narang Red Cross offers training The ticket promotion will run “If a receipt doesn’t have a drant before coming to rest on the for treatment of a bruised arm. in conjunction with the Paper business name, ask the owner to corner of Sunset Place. No charges were filed. in babysitting and basic aid Mill production of “My Fair initial their business card,” said Township police arrived and Lady,” which opened yesterday Ms. Holden. “It’s a way of track- took into custody the driver, a 14- The Millburn-Short Hills and snacks will be provided. and runs through July 21. Visi- ing the type of shopping being Alumni group year-old boy from Newark. He Chapter of the American Red Basic Aid Training (BAT) tors are encouraged to shop done downtown.” was reportedly identified by the seeking members Cross is offering babysitter’s courses are designed for children downtown and save their receipts The Paper Mill and DMDA Audi driver’s wife and charged training classes, which provide ages 8 to 12, and teach emer- totaling $750 from a minimum have teamed up to offer shoppers The Millburn High School 11- to 15-year-olds with the gency response skills, rescue of five retail, dining, service or this opportunity. with carjacking, conspiracy and Alumni Association is currently knowledge, skills and confidence breathing, and ways to prevent entertainment businesses and re- For more information, call the receiving stolen property, as well holding a membership drive. to care for infants and school-age and care for choking, wounds, ceive a maximum of two tickets DMDA at (973) 379-2341. The as several traffic violations, in- Members can network with past children. nosebleeds, falls and animal to the performance. DMDA reserves the right to cluding reckless driving. He was classmates and help the associa- This course combines videos, bites. The course also includes “Receipts dated between render the final determination as turned over to the custody of the tion help Millburn High School. activities and hands-on skill train- fire safety, poisoning, water acci- Monday, May 27, 2002 through to whether proper fulfillment of Essex County Youth House. For more information, e-mail ing and discussion and teaches re- dents and substance abuse Friday, July 12, 2002 will be the requirements has been met. Newark police later recovered [email protected] or call sponding to emergencies and ill- awareness activities. the Audi, as well as the Maxima, (973) 376-3600, extension 156. ness, first aid, rescue breathing The course fee is $35 and and appropriate care, decision- classes are scheduled for ALAN M. GROSMAN making skills and child develop- Wednesday, July 17, from 9 a.m. ment. The course fee is $50. to 3:30 p.m. or Wednesday, Aug. Divorce • Custody • Support Three classes are scheduled 7, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Past Chairman, Family Law Section, NJ Bar Association this summer from 9 a.m. to 3:30 Chapter House. Participants Past President, American Academy of Matrimonial p.m. on Wednesdays, July 10, must bring their own lunch and Lawyers, July 24 or Aug. 21. Classes are snacks will be provided. New Jersey Chapter held at the Millburn-Short Hills For more information or to Chapter House, 389 Millburn register for any course, call the Author, New Jersey Family Law Avenue. Everyone attending Millburn-Short Hills Chapter of 256 Morris Avenue GROSMAN & GROSMAN should bring their own lunch, the American Red Cross at (973) Springfield (973) 467-4688 75 Main Street, Millburn, NJ 07041
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Thursday, June 6, 2002 THE ITEM of Millburn and Short Hills Page 3 Fire destroys car on Cherry Lane ent vehicle identification number cle. Reports say the road was By Anne L. Malyska (VIN), according to reports, and “slightly wet” and “very danger- of The Item the Essex County Police Depart- ous,” and several more vehicles No one was injured the morn- ment is conducting an investiga- spun out on the roadway, some ing of May 30 when members of tion to find its owner. striking the parked fire engine. the Millburn Fire Department re- A 22-month-old child was Springfield police officers at- sponded to a reported passenger shaken up, but not injured, after tempted to slow traffic, and the car fire in a Cherry Lane parking being locked in a bedroom May State Police and towing units lot. 24 on Great Oak Drive, accord- soon arrived on the scene. Mill- Heading to what had been re- ing to reports. burn firefighters were released ported initially as a brush fire at Responding to the residence, from the scene and returned to 1:55 a.m., firefighters under the firefighters under the command service at 7:08 a.m. command of Battalion Chief of Battalion Chief Richard Pressl Firefighters under the com- Donald Smith found a car in a spoke with the homeowner, who mand of Capt. Bernard Cunning- “fully involved” fire upon their said her daughter was locked in a ham were called to Kennedy arrival. They used water, foam second-story bedroom. Members Parkway May 23 to assist police and eventually a dry chemical were able to gain entry with only when a car rolled over at the extinguisher to control flames minor paint damage, and report- roadway’s intersection with Par- that had spread to the car’s gas ed the child was “upset, but med- sonage Hill Road, injuring its tank as well as several small ex- ically OK.” driver. plosions caused when metal in Firefighters replaced the Upon arriving at the reported Photo courtesy of the Millburn Fire Department the transmission and engine ig- doorstop and returned to service. accident at 9:53 p.m., firefighters EARLY MORNING BLAZE—Millburn firefighters spent nearly one hour battling a passenger nited. The Millburn Fire Department found the vehicle rolled over car fire early May 30 in a Cherry Lane parking lot. According to reports, the vacant vehicle did Firefighters used all water in was called to Route 24 in Spring- with its driver out of the car and not have any license plates or vehicle identification number, and the Essex County Police De- fire Engine 5-3 and the depart- field May 26 when a minivan on the ground away from scene. partment is conducting an investigation to find the owner. ment’s brush truck, as well as ap- overturned near the highway’s One firefighter who was also an proximately five gallons of foam split with Route 78. emergency medical technician to extinguish the fire and cool Arriving just behind the (EMT) assisted the Millburn- Class of ’70 Why Pay Retail for Custom Tees & More? down the area. The scene was Springfield Police Department at Short Hills Volunteer First Aid reunion Aug. 3 T-ShirtsWhy Pa Golfy R Shirtsetail f Jacketsor Cust Hatsom Tees & More? 6:44 a.m., firefighters under the Squad in placing a stabilizing Team Uniforms Bags Sweats Team clear about one hour after their Plus the largest selection of Advertising Specialties & Uniforms initial arrival. command of Capt. John Kritsky collar on the victim before he Hello Again Reunions, Inc., is unique Party Favors you’ve ever seen! You name it...we print it! Schools The burned vehicle did not found the vehicle empty; its oc- was transported to Morristown planning a reunion for Millburn Low Minimums/Quantity Discounts Fund Raisers have license plates or an appar- cupants had already been evacu- Memorial Hospital. High School’s Class of 1970 for Complete Embroidery Services Corporate Highly Experienced Computerized Art Dept. Individuals ated. They turned off the vehicle, The fire department also dis- Saturday, Aug. 3. Non-Profit State-of-the-Art Tackle Twill & Chenille Sewing Groups and cut any live wires. connected the car battery and put For more information, or to NJ’s Most Complete Factory Showroom
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Page 4 THE ITEM of Millburn and Short Hills Thursday, June 6, 2002 OPINION Off to the races With the primaries behind us, we move toward the gen- eral election. Fierce battles have been decided… for now. And so we must start to consider not just who will best represent our respective parties, but who will best represent us overall as senator, county executive, freeholder, congressman and Township Committee member. Voters heading to the polls Tuesday had a variety of choices to make. Republicans picked their Senate con- tender and at-large freeholders. Democrats picked con- gressional, county executive, at-large freeholder and dis- trict freeholder contenders. The primary hurdle has been cleared, and the final leg of the race begins. While lazy summer months stand between today and the day we cast our ballots in November, it’s important for voters to start thinking of who they want to serve them. Voting, after all, isn’t just about picking a name on a ballot. It’s about electing the person who will make decisions on budgets and spending, policy and procedure in this township, county and nationally. So as the next phase of the elections get under way, we urge all candidates to turn away from the traditional mud- slinging and attacks that seem to dominate most political contests; show respect for constituents by focusing cam- paigns on the real issues. Political challenges at many levels to long-standing in- cumbents open the opportunity for lively, healthy debate about environmental concerns, the rising cost of proper- ty taxes and government inefficiency, just to name a few. Voters should demand more from their candidates in these next few months. Hold their feet to the fire, and Letters to the editor force them to state their positions clearly. We also ask residents to consider honesty and integrity, experience and, where applicable, voting record, before making their decision. The people elected in November Topics of concern to readers will be in office anywhere from two to four years, de- pending on the office. Helpful land Juvenile Furniture & Toys, Note of thanks groups, vehicles and attractions, a parade is nothing without the sup- Editor, The Item: Bagel Chateau, Bally’s Total Fit- Editor, The Item: And with so many seats up for grabs, November will be port of the participants. Among ness, Barry Goldstein, Basilico, As we recap our successful the chance to make your voices heard, loud and clear. We wish to express our heart- this year’s highlights were the felt gratitude to both the Mill- Bed Bath & Beyond, Bee Bee Memorial Day celebration, it’s Designs, Belly Basics, Bijou American Legion Post 140, burn Fire and Police departments only appropriate to thank the United States Army Reserve, 1st of Millburn Township. Nail & Skin Care, Bob Beck people and organizations that Sports Collectibles Inc., Bodies Brigade, 78th Division, police and Awards On May 25 we had locked our- made this parade a success. This fire departments, and the Mill- selves out of our home, and in Motion, Briar Patch Toys, Can parade was a fitting tribute to vet- Dozens of Millburn students will be recognized Tues- Do Fitness, Capitol Lighting, burn-Short Hills Volunteer First called in Battalion Chief Michael erans who have served this coun- Aid Squad. day at the district’s annual academic awards ceremony at Roberts’ night crew of firefight- Carvel, Celebrated Food & Café, try with honor and distinction, and Chai Judaica, Classic Fitness, A special thanks to the commu- Millburn High School. ers for assistance. those who paid the ultimate price nity marching groups that showed Coleman’s Tuxedos, Costco While the event continues an MHS tradition, there is so Within a short time, thanks to for freedom. support, most notably the youth Wholesale, Cross Training Fit- their excellent teamwork, we I’d like to acknowledge the groups. Some of these groups much more to this event than just names and faces. ness Studio, Daffy’s, Designer were back inside the house. The Memorial Day Planning Commit- were the American Red Cross, Behind every award is a person who has shown their Jewelry and Handbags, Dianna tee: Dan Pariso of Guy R. men of the night crew were won- Millburn High School Alumni commitment to Millburn High School. Espino, Dieci, Dr. Paul Feldman, Bosworth American Legion Post derful. In 31 years of living in Club, Rotary Club, Democratic DMD, East Hampton Golf Club, 140, fire Capt. Bernard Cunning- These are students who are academic achievers, but Millburn, the police and fire de- Club, Junior League of the Or- Elizabeth of Hungary Skin Care, ham, Deputy Mayor Salvatore J. who also make time after school to help the sick, serve partment have always been help- anges and Short Hills, Police Empire Lumber & Millwork Co., Bate, Robert Hogan, superinten- the needy and tutor classmates. They are singers, writers, ful in difficult circumstances. Unity Tour, St. Rose of Lima Futter’s Shoes, Gotham City dent of recreation and parks, An- Sylvia and Cyril Levy Roman Catholic Church, Cub artists and competitors, and through their efforts, they Clothing Co., Gucci, Il Vicolo, nette DiPasqua-Romano of the 7 Sherwood Road Scouts of Pack 17, Boy Scout bring honor to their school. Infinity, Innisbrook, Innovation Girl Scouts, Carrie Lemerman of Troop 17, Girl Scouts, Indian So as their family, friends and teachers honor them next Memorable festival Optics, J.P. Lee’s, Jane’s Nails, the Millburn-Short Hills Chamber Guides and Princesses, Millburn Jay’s Footwear, Joanne Nails, of Commerce, Pat Holden, execu- Recreation Department Girl’s week, so do we, for epitomizing hard work, teamwork and Editor, The Item: Jos. A. Bank Clothiers, Julius tive director of the Downtown Softball, Township Senior Citi- the spirit that puts this district ahead of so many others. Deerfield School enjoyed a Oksenhorn, Kelly Shuz, Kicks Millburn Development Alliance zens, Millburn-Short Hills Fourth fabulous and very memorable ‘N’ Sticks, Kids at Heart, Kim’s (DMDA), and The Item. of July Committee, Falun Gong, Strawberry Festival on May 21. Nails, Kings, La Focaccia A special thanks to the Little League, Newcomers Club, The sunny skies reflected the Restaurant, La Jolie Maison, La DMDA’s Barbara Wolfe, who Millburn Township Historical So- overall mood of the day as chil- spent countless hours making Pastaria, La Strada, Lauren Craig ciety, Afterglow and Millburn Coming events dren and adults alike delighted in calls to parade participants. Catering, Le Westin Resort, Lee DARE. all the activities. The great suc- This event could not be held Today, June 6 meeting. Town Hall. Kaswiner, DDS, FACD, Leisure Also a special thanks to the cess of such an undertaking was without financial support. Our classic vehicles and military vehi- 1 to 3 p.m. New Eyes for the Wednesday, June 19 World, Lilies ‘N’ Lizards, Liv- due to the enormous collabora- gratitude is extended to major cles and the musical entertainment Needy jewelry salesroom open. 8 p.m. Planning Board meet- ingston Bagel, Livingston Bicy- New Eyes headquarters, 549 ing. Town Hall. tive efforts of so many dedicated contributors: the Millburn Police- of the Millburn High School Con- cle, Love Letters, Luggage men’s Benevolent Association Millburn Avenue. Thursday, June 20 people in the Deerfield commu- cert Band, the Cadets of New Center, M. Blaustein, Mannings, Local 34, Millburn Firemen’s York, the Passaic County Sheriff 8 p.m. Historic Preservation 1 to 3 p.m. New Eyes for the nity and the generosity of em- Martini’s American Bar & ployees and merchants in our Welfare Association, DMDA, Mr. Department Band and the Union Commission meeting. Town Hall. Needy jewelry salesroom open. Bistro, MiLady’s, Millburn and Ms. Clement Kaupp and Mill- County Police and Fire Pipe Monday, June 10 New Eyes headquarters, 549 town as well as surrounding Camera and One Hour Photo, areas. It truly made the spirit of burn Township. Band. 7:30 p.m. Millburn Free Millburn Avenue. Millburn Florist, Millburn Music Within the early morning hours Finally, thanks to the Rev. Public Library Board of Friday, June 21 unity expressed by this year’s pa- Center, Mira Skin Care, Mixed triotic, town-wide theme so apro- a small army of volunteers and Hebert Tinning of St. Stephen’s Trustees meeting. Williamsburg 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Millburn Company, Molly Too, Moto municipal staff were hard at work: Episcopal Church for the Taylor pos. Room, Millburn Free Public Li- Farmers’ Market. Municipal Photo, Nana’s Deli, New World members of the Department of Park invocation. brary. parking lot, corner of Essex and We wish to express our deep Catering Company, One Flight Public Works under direction of In one year, the parade has 7:45 p.m. Board of Education Main streets. gratitude to the Millburn Police Up Books, Paper Pedlar, Parsip- public works superintendent Peter grown from a small parade of ded- meeting. Education Center. Monday, June 24 and Fire departments, the De- pany Hilton, Persnickety, PM Gallitelli, recreation department icated marchers to Millburn’s Tuesday, June 11 7:45 p.m. Board of Education partment of Public Works and Pools, Powerhouse Studios, Pre- members, and members of the largest and longest parade. The 8 p.m. Township Committee meeting. Education Center. the Millburn-Short Hills Volun- cious Cargo, Professional Health Millburn Police Department planning committee intends on meeting. Town Hall. Tuesday, June 25 teer First Aid Squad for their and Fitness, RBA and Company, under the command of Chief Paul keeping this parade a constant Thursday, June 13 Township public schools close kind assistance. Rox-Hands, Salon Profilo, Santi- Boegershausen. success. Even now plans are un- 1 to 3 p.m. New Eyes for the for summer recess. For their generous donations, a no’s Brick Oven Pizza, Scotti’s Any letter of thanks must ac- derway to produce next year’s Needy jewelry salesroom open. 5:30 p.m. Millburn High very heart felt thank you to 46 Record Shop, Sealfons, Shala, knowledge the constant support of event. Thank you for your sup- New Eyes headquarters, 549 School commencement. Mill- SunClub, Ain’t We Sweet, All Shapiro Consulting, Shelly Timothy P. Gordon, business ad- port. Millburn Avenue. burn High School stadium. About Yarn, Antonio’s, Ari Belly, ShopRite of Livingston, ministrator, Mayor Thomas C. Sgt. Peter Thomas Eakley Friday, June 14 8 p.m. Township Committee Sofer, Art & Framing, ASAP 30 Sneaker Factory, Stacy McDermott and the Township Memorial Day Planning 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Millburn meeting. Town Hall. Minute Photo, Ashanti, At Home Wolfe–OXO International, Sta- Committee. Committee Chairman Farmers’ Market. Municipal Thursday, June 27 Studios, Austin Maxwell, Baby- ples, Suki’s, Summit Dermatol- With more than 60 different 435 Essex Street parking lot, corner of Essex and 1 to 3 p.m. New Eyes for the ogy, LLC, Summit Frame and Main streets. Needy jewelry salesroom open. Art, Summit Ski & Sport, Sweet Monday, June 17 New Eyes headquarters, 549 Letters policy Nothings, Tapestry Accents, The Where to write or phone 8 p.m. Board of Adjustment Millburn Avenue. 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Thursday, June 6, 2002 THE ITEM of Millburn and Short Hills Page 5 San Fillipo to receive Patriot Award July 4 E-bulletin subscribers have Township resident Michelle that is because they know I will attends the first meeting of each chance to win Bose radio San Fillipo, whose helped build be on the other end of the phone troop to inspire the girls and lead- Now through Monday, July 1, able at The Mall at Short Hills the township’s Girl Scouts pro- when they need help, and that ers and alert them to the many av- subscribers to The Mall at Short Information Booth. gram into a thriving organiza- they can take a relaxed approach enues the program can offer. Hills e-bulletin have a chance to The Mall at Short Hills is lo- tion, will receive the Fourth of to meetings, and to the Girl Scout “As a result, some mothers will win a Bose Wave Radio. cated at Route 24 and Kennedy July Committee’s annual Patriot program, adapting it to best suit do music, some will do art or By printing out the e-bulletin Parkway in the township. Shop- Award for long and meritorious their troop, size and needs. cooking, some like to hike or or registration confirmation and ping hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. service to the community. “More specifically, I always arrange sporting events,” Ms. San handing in it at the Information Monday through Friday, 10 Ms. San Fillipo, of Byron ask new leaders what they want Fillipo said. “This lends so much Booth, lower level near Macy’s, a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday and Road, will be presented with the to get out of having a Girl Scout variety and spice to our programs subscribers will automatically be noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. On Patriot Award at an official cere- troop. If they are committed to and removes the burden from any entered to win the radio, courtesy Independence Day, holiday mony on July 4 at Taylor Park community service, love of the one individual mother. I think it of Bose Stereo and The Mall at shopping hours are 10 a.m. to 6 beginning at 9 a.m. The Fourth outdoors or building friendships accounts for some of the longevi- Short Hills. p.m. of July Committee’s theme this for their daughters, those are ty we have had. A complete list of rules, regu- For more information, visit year is “Proud to be an Ameri- worthwhile endeavors and they “I certainly have watched the lations and restrictions are avail- www.shopshorthills.com. can.” In paying tribute to Ms. can make one or two of those the township grow in scouting to San Fillipo, the committee will vision of the troop and the mis- something beyond my wildest SHORT HILLS MATHEMATICS honor an organization whose ori- Michelle San Fillipo sion for themselves.” dreams. If you ask me where we gins in the community began 75 Ms. San Fillipo encourages par- will be in five more years, it’s a Private tutoring to: years ago with the formation of form friendships early would ticipation by as many mothers as scary thought. Can I really fit the first Girl Scouts troop in the help them transition to middle possible in each troop to get diver- 40,000 boxes of cookies in a • Improve high school and college performance township. school,” Ms. San Fillipo said. sity into the program. She often two-car garage!” Under Ms. San Fillipo’s lead- “Nancy and I realized that it • Enhance math skills and problem solving ership, Girl Scout participation would be great to begin some • Boost SAT performance in the township has grown service unit events. In the early 1990s, most of the troop func- Please call Mel Nathanson (973) 921-9615 tremendously. When she entered E16746 the program in 1994, there were tioned alone, not really knowing about 60 girls and six to 10 troop that there was a family of Girl ALGEBRA • GEOMETRY • TRIGONOMETRY • STATISTICS • CALCULUS leaders. Now there are 350 girls, Scouts in their own town, or even 35 leaders and 18 troops. in their own school.” She first became involved in She began to recruit leaders, of- LET’S TALK... Camp 2003! the Girl Scouts program in the fering to support them by making OUR FOCUS IS YOUR CHILD’S NEEDS BECAUSE . . . . Wyoming School district in administrative tasks easier and CAMPING NEEDS ARE INDIVIDUAL helping the fund-raisers and E16742 1994. A year later she became VISIT CAMPS THIS SUMMER FOR service unit coordinator and met township events gain momentum. NEXT SUMMER’S PLACEMENT Nancy Sammartino, who was a Events were planned that in- troop leader in the Glenwood corporated all the troops in the School district. They soon began township. Over the years they planning camping trips for their have included a camping trip to ACA troops, pooling their talents and Trout Lake in Pennsylvania, a Member resources. father-daughter dance, a fashion
In 1996, Ms. San Fillipo show and an annual mother- e173346 moved form Millburn to Short daughter tea. A river-rafting trip Hills and integrated her old troop for older girls also has been held CALL FOR FREE from Wyoming with an existing over the last few years. Ms. San Fillipo established a Majestic • PERSONAL GUIDANCE • BROCHURES • VIDEOS one form Hartshorn School. • MAPS & DIRECTIONS TO CAMPS • SLEEPOVER CAMPS • TEEN TOURS “I knew that having the girls central registration and mailing • SPORTS & SPECIALTY CAMPS • PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAMS • COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS list so that no one is left out of Interiors Exclusive Fabrics Pet First Aid events. Last year everyone was PLEASE CALL TODAY! DONNA & ED OKIN 1-973-984-5700 put on e-mail so that everyone Personalized course June 12 receives announcements at the Window Treatments at Red Cross same time. Bedding “None of what happens in our Custom Upholstered Furniture The Millburn-Short Hills township is the result of one, and Chapter of the American Red I do encourage leaders to be flex- Shutters & Shades Cross is offering a course in Pet ible, let the troop have a narrow First Aid on Wednesday, June 12, 973-912-9555 focus so that it does not over- Annual from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. The whelm the adults and, most im- 139 Millburn Avenue course will be held at the Chapter portantly, have fun,” Ms. San Fil- Millburn, NJ House, 389 Millburn Avenue. lipo said. Designers Welcome Sidewalk Sale Days Created with the Humane So- “I am proud to say that I have ciety of the United States, this GRAND OPENING! not lost many leaders in the past Showroom Opens June 8th course provides information to few years,” she added. “I hope e16831 keep pets safe and help their owners act with confidence Downtown Millburn during an emergency until a vet- erinarian can care for them. Each participant will receive a Pet First An Open Letter to the Millburn-Short Hills Community QUALITY * VARIETY Aid handbook. We elect the Board of Education to represent us, the residents and taxpayers of The course fee is $35. For VALUE * SERVICE more information or to register, Millburn Township, to establish priorities and set goals for our public schools. But call (973) 379-4198. Visit the recently it has become clear that, in managing the school system’s finances, the Red Cross’ Web site at www.red- Board is badly out of touch with its constituents. Thursday June 6 E17339 cross.org/nj/millburn. Two events this spring-the presentation of a budget with an extraordinary tax Danskinetics increase and the announcement that the Board will pay its new superintendent a $200,000 salary-dramatize the situation. Everyone we talk to has the same one- Friday June 7 offered free at word reaction: “outrageous.” What’s the “right” salary? How much should the Motion Fitness budget and school taxes have grown? There is room for differences of opinion. It Saturday June 8
Motion Fitness Club, 187 Mill- isn’t fruitful to go into them here, other than to say that these results appear to be Save $750 in receipts for a ‘night on the downtown’ burn Avenue, is now offering beyond almost everyone’s limits. Contact DMDA or stop in any downtown shop! Danskinetics. So why has the Board acted this way? In part, it’s our fault; we’ve been silent, DMDA 973 379 2341 Offered exclusively at Motion, Danskinetics blends yoga, cardio- seats in board elections have been uncontested-and the board has our inferred con- vascular movements, free dance sent. This is what the Millburn Item’s editorial concluded. It, too, found the salary and meditation into a single class excessive but assumed that the community approved by its silence. So apathy by way of thematic music and el- ements such as earth, water, fire, yields wider apathy; after all, why protest or complain when everyone around you air and spirit. This class is de- seems content? signed to relax the body and mind At times like these, leaders act. We know something about leadership in Pre-Father’s Day Sale as well as open the heart. Jennifer Gold, certified in Millburn Township. We, the undersigned, are former members of the Board of Danskinetics, teaches the class. Education and Township Committee who still live in town. We have come togeth- GOING ON NOW! Motion Fitness Club is open- er, to speak out, to change the current Board’s direction. For though we cannot ing the class to the public for a free trial this Saturday and also change the budget for the next school year and cannot change the superintendent’s on Saturday, June 22, from 11 salary, we can urge the Board and energize the township’s citizens to change the a.m. to noon. For more informa- school system’s fiscal priorities. In the coming months the system will hire a new “THE MEN’S STORE” tion, call Motion Fitness Club at assistant superintendent and several principals, and will administer the budget that summit red bank (973) 921-0500. was passed in April. Signup forms We have a first-rate school system and we all want to keep it that way. We accept the need to spend where necessary to achieve this goal. We haven’t met the new available online superintendent, and these comments are not intended as any reflection on him. But Registration forms for recre- we recognize, and insist that the Board recognize, there are limits to our collective ation department programs can ability to fund these requirements. be downloaded online by visiting the township’s Web site at From our experience in office we know that, from our current positions, we can- www.twp.millburn.nj.us. not responsibly set detailed goals for the Board and the new superintendent. But Once the site has been ac- we can, and do, call on the Board of Education to offer reasonable salaries to the cessed, visitors should go the senior executives it will soon hire, to make clear to all that the superintendent’s forms library to obtain registra- salary does not set a tone and target for the rest of the system. And we call on the Discover the essence of style, sophistication, casual fun, tion forms. combined in an atmosphere of quiet elegance in our For more information, contact Board and the superintendent to create a budget guideline for the coming three two convenient New Jersey locations. the township recreation depart- Preview the latest European Fashion in clothing and footwear years that is based on holding tax increases to no more than 3 percent per year. with our impressive array of designer labels. ment at (973) 564-7097. Most important, we call on Millburn Township residents to let the Board know Clothing & Sportswear...Prada • Armani that you support our position. • Ermenegildo Zegna • Canali • Brioni Lessons offered • Dolce & Gabbana • Hugo Boss • Laurentino • Zanella Former Board of Education Members Former Township Committee Members • Tommy Bahama • Diesel Jeans • Versace • Prada Sport William Horbatt Zegna Sport • D&G at Par-3 course Steven Barach Dr. Jack Qualter C. Thomas Thomas Footwear...Salvatore Ferragamo • Prada The township recreation de- Tom Belding Conor D. Reilly Cole Haan • Bruno Magli • A. Testoni • Personal Shoe Shining Service • partment is offering group and Priscilla Costenbader Steven Safer For more information or to schedule private golf lessons at the munic- Corinne M. Errico Samuel Schwartzstein an appointment with your clothing consultant, please call... ipal Par-3 Golf Course in Gero Sandra H. Haimoff Dr. Roger E. Shields 908.277.9600 732.576.8500 Park. Bennett Wasserman 356 springfield avenue 105 broad street Teaching pro Lou Ruina will Abby Kalan summit red bank Ronald J. Mount Dr. Steven Weisbart mon.-fri. 10am to 8 pm mon.-fri. 10 am to 8 pm provide lessons for adult and sat. 9:30am-7 pm sat. 9:30 am-7 pm junior members. To schedule a Joe Pacelle closed sunday sunday 11 am-6 pm lesson call (973) 966-6669 or the ~free parking in back~ Par-3 golf shop at (973) 379- “THE MEN’S STORE”
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Page 6 THE ITEM of Millburn and Short Hills Thursday, June 6, 2002 RELIGIOUS NEWS & OBITUARIES Dr. Joseph A. Cox Marian G. Sharav Bulletin Board A memorial service will be of- Women’s Auxiliary of St. Barn- A Mass for township resident became the first anesthesiolo- fered at 11 a.m. Saturday at abas Medical Center and Canoe Dr. Joseph A. Cox was offered gist in the world to administer Christ Church for former town- Brook Country Club. She also Friday Services Saturday in St. Rose of Lima general anesthesia to a patient ship resident Marian G. Sharav. was a driver for the Millburn- Chai Center Church. Dr. Cox, 78, died May undergoing organ transplanta- Mrs. Sharav died June 1 at Short Hills Chapter of the Amer- 29 in St. Barnabas Medical tion surgery in a hyperbaric Kessler Village in Chatham. ican Red Cross. Tomorrow, 7:30 p.m.: Shabbat services will be held. Center, Livingston. chamber. Mrs. Sharav was employed as a Born in Chicago, Ill., she Saturday, 9:30 a.m.: Shabbat services will be held. Dr. Cox served as chairman of Dr. Cox was president of the merchandiser at L. Bambergers resided here for 49 years before Congregation B’nai Israel the board of the Medical-Surgi- New Jersey State Society of in Newark for 15 years prior to moving to Chatham Township six cal Plan of New Jersey, better Anesthesiologists from 1964 to her retirement. She was a months ago. Tomorrow, 6:15 and 8:15 p.m. Shabbat services will be held. known as the Blue Shield Plan of 1966, previously having served member of the Rolling Hills She is survived by a daughter, Saturday: Shabbat service at 9 a.m. Minyan Ma’at at 9:45 New Jersey, from 1979 to 1982. as secretary-treasurer and vice Garden Club in the township, the Barbara Saulnier of Summit; two a.m. Jr. Congregations I and II and Torah for Tots at 10:30 a.m. In 1982, he was elected to the president. He was a member of Fortnightly Club, the National grandchildren and three great- Mincha Havdallah service at 8:24 p.m. newly created position of chair- the American Medical Associa- Society of Arts and Letters, the grandchildren. Congregation B’nai Jeshurun man of the board and chief exec- tion, the Medical Society of New utive officer of the largest health Jersey, the Union County Med- Joseph Pason Tomorrow, 8 p.m.: Sabbath eve service. care insurer in the state and ical Society, the American Soci- Saturday: Shabbat service at 10:30 a.m. Services were held May 31 at 1997. He served as a sergeant fourth largest such plan in the ety of Anesthesiologists, the In- the Jacob A. Holle Funeral with the U.S. Marine Corps Sunday Services country. ternational Anesthesia Research Home, Maplewood, for township during the Korean War. He successfully managed the Society and the New Jersey State resident Joseph J. Pason. Mr. Surviving are his wife, Anna; Christ Church corporation during its most chal- Society of Anesthesiologists. Pason, 68, died May 28 at home. two sons, Gregory J. and Mark 7:15 a.m., 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.: Services of Morning lenging period, culminating in the Dr. Cox graduated with high Mr. Pason was employed by J.; a sister, Geri Paixo; and two Prayer will be offered at 7:15 a.m. The Rev. E. Bevan Stanley merger of Blue Shield and Blue honors from St. Benedict’s Asco in Parsippany from 1976 to grandchildren. will preach and celebrate at the 8 a.m. service. The sidesman Cross of New Jersey in 1986. Preparatory School in Newark. will be Sandra Johnson. The Right Rev. John P. Croneberger, Dr. Cox was a founding He received a bachelor of sci- Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Newark, will preach and member of the newly merged ence degree from St. Peter’s Col- celebrate at the 9:30 am. Service. Sidesmen will be Theodore Blue Cross-Blue Shield Plan of lege, where he was awarded the Houlis and Eileen Paduano. The first lesson will be read by New Jersey, serving on its Profes- Gold Cross Keys for his scholas- Mrs. Johnson, the second by Sam Reckford and the Prayers of sional Advisory Committee. He tic record. the People will be offered by Jeff Oleson. was re-elected to successive three- Dr. Cox, who served in the Parishioners will have the opportunity to meet and talk with year terms and honored with the United States Navy during Bishop Croneberger during a coffee hour at Forum with the designation of director emeritus. World War II, was a member of Bishop at 10:45 a.m. Dr. Cox graduated second in Council No. 253 of the Knights his class from Temple University of Columbus. He was a commu- e10263 Community Congregational Church School of Medicine in 1947, nicant of St. Rose of Lima 10:30 a.m.: The Rev. Dr. Johann J. Bosman will deliver the where he was elected to the Bab- Church and of St. Denis Church message, Dreamer! The sermon is based on Genesis 39. cock Surgical Society for his in Manasquan. Greeting worshipers in Hauser Hall will be Fred and Ann outstanding scholastic achieve- Surviving are his wife, Claire; Huser and their children, Ben and Casey. Jim Barrett offers a ments. He served a rotating in- two sons, Dr. Joseph A. Jr. and welcoming hand in the church Narthex. ternship at Lenox Hill Hospital Robert F.; two daughters, Jeanne Covenant Presbyterian Church in New York City in 1947 and C. Zepp and Kathleen L. Kasper; ’48. He completed a residency in a brother, James J.; and six SPRING 11 a.m.: The Rev. Dr. David H. Miner leads the worship and anesthesiology at Lenox Hill grandchildren. SALE communion service. Dr. Miner will be preaching from John from 1948 to 1950. 8:31-47 on the meaning of freedom. He practiced medicine at St. First Baptist Church Barnabas Medical Center from KITCHEN CABINETS 1950 to 1982. He established and SUGG. 10:30 a.m.: Children’s Day activities will include awards to 40% to 60% OFF RETL. became chairman of the depart- three children who have been active in worship music activities • CUSTOM OPEN and a sermon, In Consideration of Children. The Sunday ment of anesthesiology at St. • STOCK TUES., WED., FRI., SAT. 10-5 PM Barnabas for 30 years. Dr. Cox • WOOD THURS. 10-9 PM evening study fellowship at 7 p.m. will feature a case study on • FORMICA® CLOSED SUN. & MON. “Loss of a Parent” based on the now completed “Crisis Coun- founded and organized the respi- seling” video series prepared by H. Norman Wright. ratory care department at St. Barnabas in 1966, serving as its St. Stephen’s Church medical director for 16 years. Dr. Cox was clinical associate 8 and 10 a.m.: A spoken service of Holy Eucharist with homily WHOLESALE CORP. 940385 will be held at 8 a.m., followed by Holy Eucharist service at 10 a.m. professor of anesthesiology at 325 Main St., Little Ferry the University of Medicine and 201-440-5173 E16738 Wyoming Presbyterian Church Dentistry of New Jersey until he 10 a.m.: For the Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, the Rev. resigned to assume the leader- Ronald Johnson preaches a sermon, Taking Down Walls. Scrip- ship of Blue Shield on a full-time ture readings are Genesis 12:1-9 and Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26. basis. On June 11, 1968, Dr. Cox Jewish group 47/ &/2 45%3$!9 hearing talk by Messinger "UY ONE AND GET ANOTHER &2%% The New Jersey Association of Jewish Communal Service will hold its annual meeting tomorrow, 0RETTY 3WEET HUH 4HIS AND EVERY 4UESDAY ALL SUMMER LONG AT 9OGI "ERRA 9 a.m. to noon at the Alex Aidek- man Jewish Community Campus, 3TADIUM n THE PERFECT PLACE FOR ALL YOUR SUMMER FAMILY FUN 901 Route 10, Whippany. The guest speaker is Ruth W. 949257 Messinger, President and Execu- !ND AS LONG AS WERE TALKIN IN 47/S HERE ARE 47/ MORE PROMOTIONS YOU tive Director of American Jewish World Service (AJWS). Ms. Messinger will speak SHOULD KNOW ABOUT about “Our Jewish Commitment to Service: Professional and Per- sonal.” Ms. Messinger was in public service in New York City -UST 7IN -ONDAY -7- )F WE LOSE YOU RECEIVE A VOUCHER FOR for 20 years and was the first woman to secure the Democratic THATS FOOD OR MERCHANDISE TO YOU AT THE NEXT HOME GAME Party nomination for mayor. The program will include breakfast and installation of offi- cers. The cost is $20 for New 7IN 7INGS 7EDNESDAY 777 7E WIN YOU WIN &2%% FROM Jersey Association of Communal Service members and $25 for non-members. (973)-676-8888 (OOTERS OF 7AYNE AT THE NEXT HOME GAME For more information, call (973) 428-7400, extension 322 or (973) 736-3200, extension 292. 47/ -/2% ')6%!7!93
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