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YELLOW BLACK Editor’s Note Come See Our New Look

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By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN Salter Place, Hanford Place and Coleman Specially Written for This Is Westfield Place which have been erected to remind CYAN As a little girl from Linden, us of the soldiers who Westfield I used to come to Westfield to fought valiantly, repre- buy my shoes from Epstein’s senting Westfield, New Bootery, my Christmas cards Jersey, USA – only to from Jeanette’s Card Shop, never return. and my favorite stuffed ani- The historic buildings mals from Pickwick Village. such as Arcanum Hall Even though all of these es- and the Darsh Building, tablishments have vanished, although among our my memories of the village- more modern structures, like flavor of Westfield are still serve as foundation clear and cherished. for our appreciation of The historic architecture the town’s founding fa- of the town, mixed with the thers and architects. Children’s Specialized Hospital– pride of its people have made Michelle H. LePoidevin I would like to com- Westfield an unparalleled mend Westfielders for their maintenance, and unique community admirable to all pride and preservation of their town’s surrounding towns and boroughs. colorful tapestry. Each of you have con- Rich in history, there are few places in tributed an unforgettable thread to keep- Where Westfield where one cannot trace some ing the town’s reputation in high regard. aspect of the town’s ancestors and garner As the editor of this publication, I would a new understanding and appreciation for like to offer a bounty of thanks to the staff Fine Wines & Spirits families turn for the those who have effortlessly shaped the writers and contributing journalists and community. photographers for This Is Westfield. The War Memorial towers with esteem Our cover artist John Russell, architect over Westfield’s buildings, serving as a Robert Algarin and his endearing son, Under New Management beacon to visitors entering the town and a Christopher, deserve the highest of acco- historic focal point for those who are lades for producing and conceiving of answersto some tough curious about those who served and sac- such a stellar cover. rificed their lives in World War I. I would like to thank our publisher, Mazes of intricately woven and quaint Horace R. Corbin, for granting me the Sign Up for Our homes comprise many of Westfield’s his- opportunity to craft and produce this pub- toric neighborhoods, such as Boulevard lication each year. and Kimball Avenue. I hope you, the reader, enjoy this glance Once again, war veterans are not forgot- at Westfield’s finest architecture, towns- questions ten by the innumerable street signs such as about children. people and memories. Club Card

Mayor’s Note and Receive a Knowing where to turn for help is critical. From A Small Farming Community to Today, One of The 20% Discount Westfield Continues to Grow Tremendously By MAYOR THOMAS C. JARDIM sources in the town; and to prevent urban Largest Selection Specially Written for This Is Westfield sprawl and the degradation of the environ- Diagnosing and treating On behalf of the Town Council, I commend ment through the improper use of the land of on Selected Wines The Westfield Leader for this an- within the town’s borders, we can children and providing nual issue of This is Westfield. meet the challenge that faces us. Premium Wines Westfield has been a com- These goals can be accom- munity since pre-Revolution- plished by means of protecting information, training and ary times, and for more than the many historic homes in the in the last 100 years of its history, town, investing in improvements by the case support for their parents is The Westfield Leader has been to our parks, fields and recre- New Jersey Stop in Today and Browse Through Our keeping the community in- ation areas and by preserving the formed on the important quality of the roads, sidewalks Temperature Controlled Wine Room with not an adjunct to our work events in the life of the town. and shade trees throughout the Over the years, the town has town. More Than 100 Super Premium & Hard to Find Items at Children’s. It is the life’s grown from a small farming The Town of Westfield has a community in the “West well-deserved reputation for com- Fields” of Elizabethtown to a munity involvement and work of every one of the unique An Affiliate Member of the Robert Wood Johnson Health System community that is nearly fully volunteerism, and I urge you to developed. As we move for- Mayor Jardim become an active participant in 333 South Avenue, East New Hours professionals on our staff. ward into a new millennium, the great chal- our community. 908-233-3720 lenge for Westfield will be to retain its small To learn more about the Westfield commu- Monday-Thursday 9am - 9pm

MOUNTAINSIDE • TOMS RIVER FANWOOD UNION NEWARK MOUNTAINSIDE town feel while still providing the services and nity and its many activities, events and services, Westfield We want to hear your questions. 732-914-1100 amenities that its residents have come to ex- log onto the town’s Web site at pect. www.westfieldnj.net. Friday & Saturday 9am - 10pm By promoting the conservation of historic Finally, do not hesitate to contact the town 908-232-8700 sites and districts; by preserving open space, or any of your elected representatives and let Sunday Noon - 7pm energy resources and valuable natural re- us know if we can assist you in any way. CYAN

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YELLOW BLACK Preserving Historic Flavor and Architecture Throughout Westfield Remains

MAGENTA MAGENTA A Popular Trend Despite Modern Changes, Buildings Constructed Around Us

By FRED ROSSI put and refurbishing their present house active businesses and residen- is easily visible to persons both in the Adjacent to the Train Sta- BLACK Specially Written for This Is Westfield

YELLOW Todd Evans, a resident of the Boule- home, often in styles that preserve or tial apartments. downtown area and riding past on tion stands one of the local vard area who’s active in home restora- Where else in Union County, be- restore its original appearance. At the main intersection of East the train as they arrive or depart buildings listed on the Na- sides Westfield, can one take a walk- The focal point of Westfield’s his- tion in his neighborhood, stated that Broad and Elm Streets stands the 106- Westfield Station. tional Register of Historic able to preserve much of the charm many homeowners in Westfield are CYAN ing tour and be able to observe and toric architecture is, of course, its year old Arcanum Hall building. Origi- The north side Train Station was Places and the State of New appreciate such a variety of historic downtown, seemingly marked by the choosing to renovate or add on to their nally located a block down, at the built in the early 1890s and is done in Jersey’s own such registry. homes rather than move elsewhere. architecture, not only in the down- towering steeple, which can be seen corner of Prospect Street, the previ- what is officially termed the The North Side Fire House, town business district but also in from some distance, of The Presbyte- “It’s well worth it because of prop- ous Arcanum Hall structure was de- Richardson Romanesque architectural built in 1911, is an example of erty values,” he said, adding that, many residential neighborhoods? rian Church in Westfield at the corner stroyed, along with much of that area, style. The large alcoves on either side Spanish, Italian and Mediter- While some towns have “since the housing stock in Westfield by a fire in 1892; two years later, a are among the features of this type of ranean architecture. isn’t that good, it’s become very prof- successfully preserved or re- new three-story building, employing architecture, and the building itself Its distinctive tower, which stored the from-another-era itable” and, lately, relatively inexpen- Queen Anne-style architecture with faces directly down Elm Street into is visible from the south side sive, for homeowners to refurbish the Ingrid McKinley for This Is Westfield look and feel of their down- turrets and circular open-air balco- the heart of downtown. of town, was actually used for The Presbyterian Church in town areas, their residential home in which they’re living. Westfield nies on the building’s drying hoses at one point in Residents now seem to be striving to areas often consist primarily corner, was con- time. The Fire House was of homes built within the preserve the original look and feel of He said that, despite the references structed at its present placed on both the national their homes, Mr. Evans said, although past half century, when mas- site. and state lists of historic places by many to “Colonial Westfield,” much sive cookie-cutter develop- this wasn’t always the case, at least in his of the architecture in town “is really Within the past few in 1980. neighborhood, where many of the older ments were the norm. years, the building that It’s interesting to note that, Victorian” in nature, especially in the The Town of Westfield is homes are more than a century old. downtown business district and on now houses the Ann despite the changes to the “Boulevard was one of the nicest fortunate in that it has not Taylor and Nine West downtown area over the past streets such as Boulevard. only managed to maintain streets in town. It had a nice view of Continued on Page 36 retail establishments several decades, much of the town. It was wide. The houses were the look and the charm of not was refurbished with area in and around the inter- only its downtown business huge. But over the years,” he said, Westfield Fire Station a New Orleans-style section of East Broad and Elm “styles changed and people didn’t What Do You Like area, but also, especially re- facade that includes ve- Streets looks very similar to About Westfield? cently, many of its older neighbor- of East Broad Street and Mountain appreciate old houses.” randas with wrought- the way it appeared a century But, in recent years, the tide has “It’s a nice town with hoods. Avenue. iron fencing for those ago. A journey around town will quickly shifted and Mr. Evans said he sees “a nice stores and there’s Moving west into the heart of the living in the apartments There are several other non- a lot more mall stores make plain that an increasing num- Cheri Rogowsky for This Is Westfield big difference,” although he main- business district, a number of older overlooking East residential buildings in THAT NEW ORLEANS FEELING...The apart- here.” – Greg Buntain, ber of homeowners, rather than mov- buildings—and architectural styles— tained that “there are a lot of houses Broad Street. Westfield whose architecture ments located above the Ann Taylor and Nine still waiting to be discovered.” a 10th grade student ing to a bigger residence, are staying not only remain standing, but also Other revamping of embodies the times in which West establishments offer a unique architec- some of the other they were constructed. The ture reminiscent of New Orleans. Verandas buildings on East Rahway Avenue Field House, and wrought-iron fencing are special ap- Broad is currently in across from Edison Middle pointments to these structures. 14 OF THE BEST REASONS TO INVEST the works. School, reflects the architec- At the western end tural style of many structures built of a number of its residential neigh- of downtown, at the across the country in the 1930s by the borhoods, and has, in many instances, corner of East Broad Works Progress Administration. avoided the post-World War II type Another Street and North Av- The Colonial-era Miller-Cory House of housing development that, in enue stands the World on Mountain Avenue, another entry countless suburban communities, War I Memorial, dedi- in both the national and state historic produced street after street of seem- cated on Armistice Day registers, was built in 1740 and turned ingly identical homes on similar-size Great Thing 1923. A tall granite into a working museum in the early lots. shaft topped by a 1970s. The Varleth-Sipp House in the A walk down Boulevard on the bronze monument of Ingrid McKinley for This Is Westfield Wychwood neighborhood still stands, south side of town, Kimball Avenue HISTORY AMONG MODERN TIMES...Arcanum Hall the goddess Clio, the stands proudly on the corner of East Broad Street and more than 330 years after it was built on the north side, the Wychwood About Westfield Memorial is the focal Elm Street as a testament to its historic flavor despite as a residence for the Varleths, a neighborhood at the eastern end of point of Westfield’s an- the modern surroundings. The building features prominent New Jersey family of that town or some of the neighborhoods nual Memorial Day Queen Anne-style architecture with turrets and cir- time. around Mountain Avenue bears this commemoration, and cular open-air balconies. Fortunately, Westfield has also been out.

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YELLOW BLACK Westfield’s Historic Neighborhoods Span Monument to Fallen Soldiers of World War I

MAGENTA MAGENTA Various Styles and Flavors of Architecture Is Reminder of All Who Served Their Country

By DEBORAH MADISON BLACK YELLOW ence can sometimes be found in the By SUZETTE F. STALKER Several alternative proposals had Tubby, the monument was virtually Westerly, R.I. The base of the statue Specially Written for This Is Westfield interior of some homes, such as early Specially Written for This Is Westfield also been considered by the commis- completed by the day of its official was crafted in Waterford, Conn. The Although Westfield is often referred brick fireplace hooks or exposed For more than three quarters of a sion, including a clock tower with debut. statue of Clio itself, designed by sculp- to as “Colonial Westfield,” the variety century, the landmark memorial to

CYAN plank logs in interior walls. chimes, a boulder of “native stone” Atop the 57-foot granite shaft, an tor Nathan D. Potter, was cast by the of Westfield’s older homes span many There are a few remaining early sons of Westfield who died during etched with the images of World War 11-foot bronze statue of Clio, the Gorham Company of Providence, R.I. centuries of architectural designs and Colonials in Westfield such as the World War I has served as a reminder I soldiers, and a memorial reminis- Greek muse of history, casts a peren- Continued on Page 38 styles. Westfield’s wide array of archi- Miller-Cory House Museum and the of the courage and sacrifice made by cent of a small Greek temple, featur- nial gaze over the town from her tectural styles also displays the rich house at 5 Cherry Lane, called the Sip- all American veterans in the defense ing an engraved frieze supported by pedestal. On one side of the base, the cultural diversity of Westfield’s earli- Manor House, described as a Dutch names of those lost during the war are est inhabitants. Colonial, built in 1664. Most of the inscribed for posterity around the Design elements such as Dutch roofs, Colonial style houses, however, are circular relief image of a soldier from German stone, Swedish planks and Colonial Revivals built in the late 1800’s. World War I. English shingles reflect the varied cul- There are many examples of Colo- The 18 – for whom many local tural origins of Westfield’s Colonial nial Revivals standing individually streets are also named — include settlers, who came to the tiny village in and with different styles of later addi- Martin Wallberg, Henry C. Stevens, the later part of the 17th century. tions along Kimball Avenue, on Bou- Stuart B. Saunders, Domenico The Kimball Avenue Historic District levard and in the surrounding side Cacciola, Bernard T. Cauefield, George is the only officially designated his- streets. Many examples of Colonial Esten Brown, Robert Clinton Hanford, toric district in Westfield. However, Revivals can also be found along Harold F. Cowperthwaite, Edward there are many examples of architec- Woodland Avenue and in the Hyslip, Walter D. Reese, Raymond S. ture from every period in history inter- Wychwood Section of Westfield. Tice, Nathaniel H. Hort, Axel Thomas spersed throughout the town. The Colonial Revival house at 931 Palsted, Nelson S. Archbold, Jr., Ernest The Boulevard neighborhood, al- Boulevard has a classic steep gambrel Frederick Dunham, Coleman T. Clark, though not an officially designated Michelle H. LePoidevin for This Is Westfield roof with flared eave overhanging the John Raymond Clark and Salter Storrs historic district, heralds many houses HISTORIC DESIGNATION...A sign located on Boulevard reading “Welcome to the first floor, characteristic of the early Clark, Jr. spanning several centuries of architec- Boulevard Historic Area” stands proudly on the street. Although not officially Dutch Colonials. The façade is also The shaft was formed from Somes tural styles. These two neighborhoods designated as a historic district, Boulevard features several houses spanning various centuries of architectural styles and flavors. fashioned with stucco, a Dutch tradi- Sound Granite, purchased from the and their surrounding side streets, tion. Another feature of Dutch origin Booth Brothers Hurricane Island Gran- offer an historic overview of architec- architectural style built throughout tionally built of stone or stucco in is the Bell curve roof exhibited by ite Company of Maine, while the David B. Corbin for This Is Westfield ture throughout the centuries. New Jersey, in the early 1700’s was Europe, this style often adopted the The Monument to Veterans of World numerous houses along Boulevard. drums for the shaft were milled in War I The most frequent early-American the one-room, Colonial cabin. Tradi- use of logs or planks in New Jersey, The Putnam-Crammer House on where wood was plentiful. David B. Corbin for This Is Westfield 322 Lawrence Avenue built in 1895 is ELEVEN BELLS...The 11th month, of the 11th day, on the 11th hour, the First The practical one-room Colonial, another example of Colonial Revival. with its characteristic long, sloping United Methodist Church in Westfield rang its bell and this picture was taken Another popular early-American ar- of Westfield veterans as they stood at the base of the Monument to Veterans Thinking of buying roof was quick to assemble and pro- chitectural style, often considered a of World War I. The event was held to honor all veterans and those who have Richard A. vided the early settlers with ample subset of Colonial style, was Geor- sacrificed their lives so that our nation lives in freedom. The poem, “In protection from the severe northern gian, which originated in England in Flanders Field,” penned by Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae was emotionally or selling a home? winds. The shape and slope of the the 1600’s and reached the Colonies delivered and a moment of silence followed. roof often indicated cultural origins, by the early 1700’s. as the Dutch, English and Swedes of freedom both at home and abroad. Corinthian columns and covered by a B T Continued on Page 43 Unveiled before throngs of specta- dome. You want the best!! OUSQUE each had their own roof styles, while intricate brick patterns often indi- tors on November 11, 1923 – Armi- Although given a thorough review cated a Flemish or Quaker influence. stice Day – the monument at the plaza by the commission, the clock tower What Do You Like of East Broad Street and North Av- was ultimately deemed to be too Just Call Most of these one-room cabins were About Westfield? Associates Inc. either demolished, burnt down or enue fulfilled what one newspaper costly. As for the boulder idea, which were incorporated into larger struc- “There’s a lot of dif- article of the day called “a labor of had been suggested by Martin Mary McEnerney! tures, covered by modern, weather- ferent interests here love” in remembrance of the ultimate Wallberg Post No. 3 of the American Construction Service Specialists resistant materials and little external and a nice town.” – sacrifice made by 18 Westfield men. Legion, the appointed body could Christopher KU at Plans for a memorial were initiated not come up with a satisfactory or evidence of them has survived. Scant Galeria West Mary McEnerney, CRS, GRI remnants of their continued exist- just after the end of the war in 1918 by practical plan for implementing the • Roofing & Siding then-Mayor Henry W. Evans, who project. appointed a commission to select an The Greek temple motif, with the Over $178,000,000 in Real Estate Sales • Property Management appropriate way to publicly honor frieze bearing the image of men, Sholom Means Welcome... the hometown “Boys of ’17.” women and children paying homage 25+ Years of Real Estate Experience • Historical Restorations If you are looking for a warm, modern reform congregation which emphasizes In a report to the Mayor and Town at the tomb of a soldier, was designed spiritual, meaningful family-oriented services, innovative educational programs Council dated December 26, 1922, by Caroline Peddle Ball. 1977–2000 NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Construction Management for adults and children, social action and much more, then the commission outlined its proposal While well received by the commis- • for “a monument in the form of a sion, it was submitted too late for the 1997–2000 NJAR Million Dollar Sales, Gold Level New Construction & Remodeling simple shaft, built of the most durable group to give it the kind of consider- • TEMPLE SHOLOM materials and located in a ation necessary for such an endeavor, Top 1% Coldwell Realtor... Nationwide! place…which would be sure to be according to the commission’s report. is the congregation for you. maintained by the town.” Returning to its original concept of 23 Year Westfield Resident Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Westfield with off-street parking. The eight-member commission rec- a monument, which received the gov- (908) 232-1199 ommended the triangular island at erning body’s endorsement, the com- www.uahc.org/nj/sholomplainfield Rabbi Joel Abraham COLDWELL BANKER Cantor Wendy Shermet the plaza just south of the First United mission reviewed several designs and P.O. Box 105 • Scotch Plains Methodist Church on East Broad Street bids – eventually giving the nod to a RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE as “the most central and desirable site rendering by Westfield architect J. T. Westfield Office Fax: (908) 232-2212 for the memorial.” It was suggested Tubby. 209 Central Avenue • (908) 233-5555 www.wesfieldnj.com/bousquet that the cost not exceed $25,000, to be Built between June and October of raised through a local bond issue. 1923 under the supervision of Mr. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Office Independently Owned and Operated. CYAN

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YELLOW BLACK Engraved In Memories And Hearts Of Westfield Residents Forever:

MAGENTA MAGENTA Gold Star Streets Remind Us Of Veterans’ Many Selfless Sacrifices

1919, during which time he was gassed He attended Westfield’s public schools, 1918, just six months after his brother. was named in his honor. Cowperthwaite Place was named wounded. Despite the efforts of friend and was a member of Holy Trinity The 28-year old was assigned to Com- BLACK YELLOW in the Mountedier Sector of France. Raymond Street was named in honor for Private Harold Frederick and fellow Westfield resident Ser- Upon its return home, his division Catholic Church and the Westfield pany G., 311th Infantry upon his of Private John Raymond Clark of 408 Cowperthwaite. He, too, was born geant Raymond Cherry, who carried was paraded in New York and Wash- Fire Department. Private Cauefield arrival at Fort Dix. He was acting South Elmer Street, who was no rela- and raised in Westfield. He lived at him to a dressing station on a make- ington, D.C. Taken ill at Camp Dix, lived at 533 New York Avenue. captain and in charge of his company 249 Kimball Avenue. CYAN tion to the aforementioned Clark shift stretcher of overcoats and rifles, Private Archbold died the day his Having enlisted in Company K of at the time of his death. Salter Place brothers. To give each man the indi- Originally assigned to the 65th Regi- Sergeant Hanford died October 25, company was discharged. the Plainfield, Second Regiment, Na- vidual recognition his sacrifice de- ment, 42nd Division, Supply Co. 165 1918. Brown Avenue bears the name of tional Guard of New Jersey, he was served, the Town Council elected to out of Camp Mills, Mineola, Long Hort Street memorializes Lieuten- Private George E. Brown, a native of assigned to Company F, 113th Infan- use first names for each of the streets Island, he attended army candidates’ ant Nathaniel Hort, a 20-year resident Boonton, but a resident of Westfield try upon the United States’ entry into named after the Clarks. school in France to prepare for com- of Westfield when he died at the age Ingrid McKinley for This Is Westfield when he enlisted. Private Brown was the war. He was killed in France. Private John Raymond enlisted in mission as an officer. He was later of 38. He resigned from 12 years of a machinist’s mate in the U.S. Navy, Second Lieutenant Coleman T. Clark Company K, 2nd Regiment, National transferred to a Michigan company to service as a member and officer in N.R.F. Stationed at the Panilla Naval was educated in Westfield schools, go to the front Company K, National Guard New Station, France for just one month, he later graduating from Yale University. lines where he Jersey, then re-enlisted as a private at was stricken with pneumonia and He was a member of the First Congre- was killed. He the time of the Mexican War. By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN died there. He was buried in a French gational Church. In 1916, he enlisted was buried at He was commissioned First Lieu- Specially Written for This Is Westfield cemetery. in the American Ambulance Field Romange, tenant in the 318th Infantry with They were known as the Supreme Born in Italy, Private Domenico Service and sailed for France in April France. which he sailed for France. There, he Ingrid McKinley for This Is Westfield Honor Men. Eighteen Westfield resi- Cacciola emigrated to Westfield to 1916 where he drove an ambulance A member of fulfilled his ultimate dream of serving dents who gave their lives during the seek his fortune. He was quick to for 18 months. the First Method- his country in the U.S. Army. death. Having enlisted in Company L, first World War. Today, 80 years later, enlist in the service of his adopted Unable to pass the U.S. Army physi- ist Episcopal A resident of 867 North Avenue, 307th Infantry in October 1917, he most Westfield residents know these country and was sent to Camp Meade, cal examination, he entered the French Church of West- died in France on October 13, 1918 heroes only as names on street signs Md., where he died shortly thereafter army in artillery. Lieutenant Clark field (now First just six months after his arrival on — street signs marked with a gold of pneumonia. His body was re- was awarded the Croix de Guerre for United Method- foreign soil. star. turned to Westfield where services “gallantry in ambulance service” and ist Church), Pri- Twenty-three year old Private Walter There is Archbold Place, named in were held in his church, which was died May 28, 1918, in France, having vate Ernest F. Dilts Reese lived at 249 Walnut Av- honor of Private Nelson S. Archbold, known as “the Italian church” on been wounded in action. Coleman Dunham left his enue. Having attended Westfield Jr., who was born and raised in West- Prospect Street. Cacciola Place was Place bears his name. job at the West- schools, he was a member of The field. He enlisted June 11, 1917. A named in his honor. The Clark Family of 336 Mountain field Trust Com- Presbyterian Church in Westfield. He member of the First Division of the Cauefield Place was named for Pri- Avenue lost another son to the war, pany to enlist in joined Company 5, 311th Infantry Regular Army, he served overseas vate Bernard Cauefield, a Westfield Salter Storrs Clark, Jr., who was killed the Medical Re- and went to Fort Dix for training. He from August 1917 through August resident since he was three years old. in action in France, November 1, Ingrid McKinley for This Is Westfield placement Unit, died June 10, 1918, and was buried in No. 24. He died Fairview Cemetery. Reese Place was of pneumonia in renamed in his memory. France. Dunham Saunders Avenue is named after Avenue bears his Lieutenant Stuart Benton Saunders, a Fairview Cemetery name. 12-year resident of Westfield who Hanford Place lived at 132 North Euclid Avenue. He

was named after Michelle H. LePoidevin for This Is Westfield was a member of the now First United Ingrid McKinley for This Is Westfield Methodist Church. When called into IN MEMORIAM...The Hyslip street sign helps residents Sergeant Robert Faithfully Serving The Surrounding Communities Since 1868 C. Hanford, who Continued on Page 35 and visitors remember the sacrifices of veteran Private Private Edward Hyslip was a member Edward Hyslip who was a resident of 867 North Avenue. grew up in West- Nonprofit • Nonsectarian • Lot-Owner Cemetery field. He lived at of the Methodist Church who lived What Do You Like 150 Dudley Avenue and was a mem- his whole life in Westfield. Called to About Westfield? Guard of New Jersey. Schooled in Camp Dix in February 1918, he was Family Lots, Graves, Community Mausoleums and Cremation Niches Westfield, he was a member of The ber of the First Congregational Church. “The stores like Will- After graduating from Westfield placed in Company G, 311th Regi- Are Available For Your Personal Selection. Presbyterian Church in Westfield. ment. He was killed in action in iam-Sonoma, are all like Following training at Camp schools, he attended Amherst College mall stores. Parking is a from which he graduated with hon- France. Hyslip Avenue was named in McClellan, Anniston, Ala., Mr. Clark his honor. downfall, but there’s a ors. lot of community events was ultimately assigned to Company Palsted Avenue was named after F, 113th Infantry with whom he served As a member of Company G, of the like the street fair.” – 311th Infantry, he was mortally Corporal Axel Thomas Palsted who Olivia Cozewith in France until he was killed in action. was 24-years-old at the time of his RINPATCO PAINTING 110 Picturesque Acres • Fully Insured • TRUSTEES 2000 For All Your Home Improvements, Including: • Painting (Interior/Exterior) • Paperhanging Frank J. Abella, Jr...... President • Storm Window Replacement • Carpentry Call For Further Information • Videos & Brochures Available Arthur C. Fried ...... Vice-President • Shingles Repaired & Replaced Richard M. Ralph ...... Secretary/Treasurer Charles E. Roberts ...... Assistant Treasurer • Replacement Windows • Plastering Discover beautiful things 1100 East Broad St. Steven J. Burke ...... Assistant Secretary • HEPA Vacuum Sanding contemporary crafts & unique gifts P.O. Box 850 • Westfield, N.J. 07091 David Nowicki Donald W. Mac Donald jewelry • glass • pottery • woods • cards • and more Everson F. Pearsall Barbara Vincentsen (908) 686-5432 (908) 232-0781 (908) 233-0130 John Ricker Anthony Scutti beautiful things Franklyn Sullebarger Call For Free Written Estimate! 1838 East Second Street, Scotch Plains • (908) 322-1817 CYAN

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BLACK civic leaders. The Revolutionary War Cemetery, located directly Ten Historic Spots in Westfield across the street, is one of the richest sources of local history and

is a favorite spot for quiet visita- tion and reflection. MAGENTA MAGENTA Although Westfield is now home Worth Visiting Time and Time Again to many denominations, The Pres- byterian Church continues to be one of the most familiar among Westfield’s houses of worship. Its BLACK YELLOW By KIM KINTER done by coach until the Elizabethtown

popular ice skating spot in the late The murals are located in the lighted Specially Written for This Is Westfield 1800s. and Somerville Railroad company re- underpass that connects the north and bright and spacious sanctuary is Mindowaskin Park The Clark family sold the lake ceived a charter in 1831. By 1838, the south sides of the station. the scene of many local events, company had laid track from and the church often plays host to CYAN The area known today as property in 1905 and shortly there- The station continues to be a focal the Westfield Symphony Orches- Mindowaskin Park was actually a part after a public committee was Elizabethtown to Plainfield. point in the town and is used heavily The Rialto Theatre of the original Elizabeth Town pur- formed to purchase the property However, the railroad was experi- by early morning and evening com- tra. It is also a favorite venue for the chase from Native American Indians and make it into a public park. encing difficult times and, in 1840, the muters traveling from the Westfield annual First Night Westfield celebra- Westfield Y in 1664. The park was completed in the owners had to sell the company to a area to New York, and on the week- tion. early summer of 1918 and was group of New York businessmen who ends and off hours by families ventur- On pleasant days, youngsters from Costing $350,000, the Westfield YMCA- When a former owner of the prop- YWCA building at Clark Street and dedicated and opened to the pub- reorganized the path as the Central ing into Manhattan or Newark. The Westfield Day Care Center which erty, Thomas Woodruff Clark, died, Ferris Place was erected in 1925 lic on June 2. Railroad of New Jersey. Mindowaskin Park, which is Over the years, the Westfield Train The Presbyterian Church in through the contributions of 2,700 citizens. Previous attempts at main- located on a stretch of land on Westfield taining an active YMCA and girls East Broad Street next to the The Presbyterian Church Westfield Municipal Building club had not been successful and in Westfield was founded the facilities were closed. and The Presbyterian Church in 1720 and is said to have This new building, however, in Westfield, is now enjoyed been the only church in the mainly for its scenic beauty. was much sought after by the area for years. The original community. More than 3,000 at- It has been years since church building was made tended the formal opening of the there was winter skating of logs and stood on there, but the park offers a YMCA on Sunday, February 10, Elizabethtown Road, now 1929. The building resembles colorful backdrop during Benson Place. more a formal manse or elabo- spring, summer and fall for The present church, with residents and visitors to en- rate public building than a YMCA. David B. Corbin for This Is Westfield its towering white steeple, Miller-Cory House Museum The Y, as it is known in Westfield Mindowaskin Park joy slow walks and the is the third structure to be today, remains a magnet for weekly summer band con- is housed there can be seen frolick- his widow — fondly known as Aunt erected. Built in 1862, it’s adults, youth, senior citizens and fami- Abby — excavated the land adjoining certs held at the bandstand. ing on the “green” in front of the majestic simplicity and church. lies from all walks of life. the brook, which ran through the Westfield Train Station Westfield Train Station David B. Corbin for This Is Westfield central location distinguish Varied programming and fitness area, to form what for years was it as a local landmark in Downtown Westfield Early travel in Westfield was mainly Station has moved from Central Av- classes for all age groups make it a known as Clark’s Lake. It became a Westfield. Downtown Westfield has a rich and popular spot on weeknights and par- enue to an area near Broad and Clark The church has played an im- vital history, serving as a vibrant cen- Streets to its present site. ticularly on weekends. Offerings of ter for merchants and as a gathering child care, after school care and sum- The station is located on place for residents. One section in North Avenue and Elm Street mer camp programs also indicate an AquaAqua TrendsTrends particular that turned into a central operation that is community con- and South Avenue and Bou- and thriving area was the cor- levard and is accessible from ner of East Broad and Elm PondsPonds && LandscapeLandscape LightingLighting either side. Both sides have Streets. public parking. With the construction of a The Central Railroad of train station along “bog land” New Jersey built the on both sides of the railroad northside station in 1892 tracks, Elm Street was cut and the southside station through from Broad Street to after the turn of the century. the railroad station, and the Extensive renovations to square between Elm and Pros- the historic train station were pect Streets and Broad Street completed in 1998 and in- and North Avenue became the CreateCreate clude 18 tiled murals depict- Downtown Westfield David B. Corbin for This Is Westfield center of local trade. ing Westfield history and The downtown area was early transportation within the Westfield portant role in the history of Westfield, known not only for a success- area and to this area from New York. YourYour VeryVery OwnOwn and many of its ministers have been ful and thriving merchant com- Michelle H. LePoidevin for This Is Westfield munity but for successful Administration Building of the Westfield banks. Circus troupes and trav- Board of Education BackyardBackyard ParadiseParadise eling minstrel shows would set up scious. shop in the area. Westfield Public Schools Today, the corner at Elm and East Broad, as well as the entire down- Westfield has maintained a public town, continues to be a prosperous school system since about the year area and an attraction for residents or 1750. Featuring Aquascape Designs those visiting or thinking of moving Continued on Page 41 Featuring Aquascape Designs to Westfield. && VistaVista OutdoorOutdoor LightingLighting Recent improvements and the addi- What Do You Like tion of some new businesses have About Westfield? made it an even more appealing Transform Your Yard... and Your World! destination. 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MAGENTA MAGENTA And Relatives, Helping Westfield Trace Its Roots and Rich History

basis until just before 1860, when include the early Presbyterian pa- died on July 27, 1792, stirs up an families. Ephraim Scudder (1743-1788), the Downer, 2nd, (1760-1846) joined BLACK YELLOW family plots of four or more graves rishioners of Westfield, Cranford, interesting tale. Mrs. Frazee was Mr. Scudder died in 1738 at the brother of the Colonel, settled in Captain Pierson’s militia company became available for sale. Scotch Plains, Fanwood and apparently involved in a skirmish age of 64. He bequeathed 10 pounds the vicinity of where Central Av- at the age of 16 as a drummer boy. Legend indicates that grazing Mountainside. with British General Charles to The Presbyterian Church in enue is located today, near the At 19, he enlisted in Captain

CYAN privileges were granted by the Throughout New England, such Cornwallis during the American Westfield and his brother, Richard Lehigh Valley tracks. Scudder’s company, Second Regu- church for farmers’ sheep and burial grounds were preserved as Revolution when she refused to Scudder, was the forefather of the Ephraim Scudder, the father of lar Volunteers, Essex County. calves. The evergreens were placed part of the community’s heritage. give him some of her baked bread. Scudder family in Trenton. two sons, Amos and Smith Scudder, Marking the burial places of fallen Ingrid McKinley for This Is Westfield over a century ago, and the iron Although Westfield has become a In the newer portion of the burial Captain John Scudder, 4th, (1700- was a member of the jury which soldiers and beloved residents has The marker for John Davis, who fence which trims Mountain Av- modern suburban town, there is a ground, a connecting archway be- 1777), was a generous benefactor convicted James Morgan for the often been an ornate process. Some died in 1760 at the age of 30. enue was erected prior to 1940. A band of history which runs through twixt two stones marks the resting to The Presbyterian Church in murder of the Reverend James of the most interesting epitaphs By SONIA V. OWCHARIW AND wooden fence had been placed it, with names such as Baker, Cory, place of two young women who Westfield, which granted him sev- Caldwell. Mr. Morgan is reportedly and quotations have represented The headstone of Andrew Cory who MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN there before that time. eral acres. Colonel John Scudder, buried in an unmarked grave in the the personalities and beliefs of those died on March 26, 1807 at the age of Specially Written for This Is Westfield While the old cemetery symbol- 5th, (1739-1814) had two wives, northwest part of the cemetery. left behind. 33. Located across from The Presby- izes a point of reference for indi- Sarah Davis and Zipporah Clark, Connecticut-born Samuel Downer “Ye Sons of Man, a feeble race, ally faded. terian Church in Westfield, The viduals to trace and research their during his lifetime. Noted for “brav- (1723-1824), who is also interred at Expos’d to ev’ry Snare, Come, Make A more modern day tradition of Revolutionary Cemetery on Moun- genealogy, what about others who ery and meritorious ser- the cemetery, had moved to the Lord your Dwelling Place, and placing colored flags on specific tain Avenue has invited quiet re- were laid to rest in this peaceful vice” during his career Elizabethtown by 1750. Af- try and trust his care,” reads Samuel graves has come to pass as part of flection amidst its statuesque ever- patch of land? What was their per- with the Continental ter his house and forge Hetfield’s stone. Mr. Hetfield died a program in which historical tours green trees and iron fence. sonal history? Army, he advanced to were torched by the Brit- in 1871. of the cemetery are offered for The final resting place of many What did they contribute to the the ranks of Captain ish, Samuel relocated The grave of Benjamin Scudder, curious visitors yearning to learn generations of Westfielders, the settlement of Westfield when it was and then Colonel. his business to Jerusa- who died in 1708, is marked with about the past. cemetery remains cherished today a rural area with horse-drawn car- Colonel Scudder’s lem Road in the epitaph, “Remember me as because it serves as a reminder of riages, as depicted in a mural in- land holdings were Westfield, where he you pass by, As you are Now, so Continued on Page 38 residents’ heritage and a focal point side in the Westfield Municipal said to stretch crafted plows, once was I, As I am now, so you for reminiscing about Westfield’s Building? from Elmer Street scythes and axes. must be, Prepare for death and past and present. What Do You Like There are 1,158 known burials in to Gallows Hill Samuel lived to follow me.” About Westfield? Dating back to Colonial times, the cemetery, according to histori- Road. There are the age of 101 The majority of those interred in Michelle H. LePoidevin for This Is “A town with nice feel- the cemetery’s land was acquired cal researcher Herbert A. Halsey, at least seven Westfield years, seven the cemetery are buried with their in the early 1720s as a portion of ing and a great place to based on an article written by Ralph John Scudders The headstone of months and 22 feet pointing east, signifying the raise children.” – Lisa “parsonage land.” Nearly all of the Jones of the Westfield Historical buried in the cemetery. Elizabeth Frazee. days. commencement of the day or of Black-Pollak plots were sold on an individual Society. Individuals interred there A Revolutionary soldier, Samuel life. However, the custom eventu-

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BLACK Munsee Way or Prospect Street. “The streetscape design has to be Sedgewick Court, located next to compatible, obviously, with the fa- Town Witnessed Significant Increase In Building the subdivision, was developed for cade designs,” Mr. Marsh told This Is three additional lots. Westfield.

Mr. Marsh also said additions to

In the same regard, the town engi- MAGENTA existing homes and “tear downs,” neer stated that the facade of the MAGENTA replacing a home with a new model, parking deck the town is currently Permits in the 1990s With New Developments have become popular among considering must blend in with the Westfield property owners. The en- surrounding buildings. So, he rea- gineer noted that an increase in land By PAUL J. PEYTON soned, a deck behind Baron Drugs Higgins started the ball rolling when the road off Scotch Plains Avenue. subdivision, a family-owned parcel, BLACK Specially Written for This Is Westfield values made tear downs “economi-

YELLOW on Elm Street must have a different he bought a parcel of land and than The Villane family then built their was approved for Rahway Avenue, cally feasible.” look than one that would be built off The 1990s was a big decade for gained approval of the Planning section of the road along with builder opposite Normandy Drive. both new construction and expan- Board to subdivide the parcel into Michael Mahoney of Edison who In terms of the downtown, Mr. Prospect Street. The Messercola Brothers Building Marsh said there is now a “eclectic” In order to keep up with the work CYAN sion of homes in Westfield. In fact four lots. developed a few lots. Company of Westfield built four lots mix of architectural styles in the load in the building department, Mr. from 1992 through 1999, the town Mr. Higgins built the first section of More recently, the Harbt seven-lot resulting from a subdivision on witnessed a 400 percent increase in business district from Arcanum Hall Marsh has proposed the creation of Whittier Avenue off Glenn Avenue to stores on Quimby Street. New an assistant director in charge of building permits from 505 to 2,058. on the Scotch Plains boundary. The Town Engineer Kenneth B. Marsh, high scale retailers such as Williams- Public Works. This department would rear yards of the subdivision border Sonoma and The Bombay Company be formally known as the Division of who oversees the engineering, pub- properties on Edgewood Avenue. lic works and building departments, have storefronts that are pretty com- Maintenance and Construction. In the mid-1990s, the town sold off patible to existing architecture. A second assistant director would said the rising economy coupled a 60,000 square-foot parcel on Dun- with the resurgence of Westfield’s The streetscape in the district is oversee the Division of Building ham Avenue, which was developed also changing with new receptacles Inspections and the Division of Engi- downtown shopping district has had by Vincent Paparatto of Kenilworth, a big impact on the demand for new now in place and new street light neering. who built four homes on the cul-de- fixtures and plants on the way. home construction in town. sac. Continued on Page 37 “These (new people moving into On Lawrence Avenue, a large par- town) are young successful people cel near Barchester Way was subdi- who have money,” explained Mr. vided and developed into four Marsh, a town resident since 1978. homes. Over the past decade, the town has The biggest development, how- seen a number of new developments ever, was the 19-lot Lexington Heights Recycling completed. subdivision in a piece of land known One of those occurred on Clarence as the Ewan Tract. The town, which Street, a road which had existed for had owned the land located off Pros- years on maps, but was never devel- pect Street, subdivided the parcel oped until only recently. before selling off the individual lots Collection Schedule Carl and Bill Villane, of the D. to private builders during land auc- Villane Construction Company in tions. town built 17 homes on Clarence, Ingrid McKinley for This Is Westfield HARD AT WORK...The Westfield Department of Public Works was busy this year The development is accessible ei- Please place recyclables at curbside by 7 a.m. on your Discover what with builder Charles Higgins of Spring ther through Lawrence Avenue and “REEL” Lake constructing nine homes. Mr. maintaining trees outside of the Municipal Building around Mindowaskin Park. recycling dates. Pickups will take place every other week you ever have a problem personal that is not service solved is tolike! your If as follows: satisfaction by our service personnel or office staff, you can speak to either of the owners, Clint or Pete Thursdays: North of railroad tracks Crane. We will take personal interest in your Fridays: South of railroad tracks problem and be responsible for providing a solution. APRIL SEPTEMBER We not only promise our customers prompt and North: April 6, 20 North: September 7, 21 efficient Service - South: April 7, 11 South: September 8, 22 We Guarantee It! NOW THAT’S MAY OCTOBER “REEL” North: May 4, 18 North: October 5, 19 SERVICE! South: May 5, 19 South: October 6, 20 JUNE NOVEMBER Serving Union County since 1925 North: June 1, 15, 29 North: November 2,6,30 South: June 2, 16, 30 South: November 3, 17 Deal directly with the owners, call us today.

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YELLOW BLACK Westfield Symphony Orchestra Friends’ Annual Tour of Notable Homes This May Will Help

MAGENTA MAGENTA Keep Interest In Town’s Architecture Alive, Drawing Droves of Tourists

By DAVID PALLADINO in the year 2000. The Orchestra is event with many people. Some bring mented on how lucky and grate- BLACK

YELLOW Specially Written for This Is Westfield compromised of the finest profes- lunch and make a day of it,” said Ms. ful the Friends are to have such Start gearing up for the always sional musicians from the surround- Trabert. In fact, last year a record individually generous people as- memorable architectural event and ing Metropolitan area. 1,500 people attended the event. sociated with the orchestra. CYAN fundraiser of the year – the Westfield Renee Trabert, who is handling Guests can enjoy an education of “Even though many of the Symphony Orchestra (WSO) publicity for the May fundraiser, the homes by knowledgeable homeowners are not necessarily Friends’ “Tour of Notable Homes” mentioned that this year is going to Friends of the Orchestra, who act directly connected to the WSO, which will intrigue observers from be extra special for a number of as tour guides and are available to they understand how important counties statewide on Saturday, reasons. assist guests with any queries dur- and meaningful it is to support a May 6. “Five Westfield homes of various ing their tours throughout the cultural arts organization such as The Friends of the WSO, architectural type will be featured, homes. the Westfield Symphony Orches- known in their early days as the including Tudors, Colonials and There are many other special fea- tra and generously offer, year Westfield Symphony Guild, have Westfield Traditionals, some of tures to the event. Each of the homes after year, to show their homes to been sponsoring this event for which are located in the Wychwood features free refreshments and food benefit the orchestra and ulti- the past 16 years with great and Stonleigh Park areas,” she noted. provided by local favorite, Trader mately, their community,” she success and acclaim. As the larg- Ms. Trabert revealed that a differ- Joe’s of Westfield, who graciously stated. est fundraiser for the Orches- ent and interesting addition this donate both their time and products Remember to put May 6, on tra, all profits directly benefit year will be a certain, “very special to support the orchestra. your calendars and come out to the WSO and its programs and luxury apartment that was just built Additionally, in each of the loca- what will surely be a memorable concerts. directly in the heart of downtown tions, special “enhancements” are spring event. The WSO, which has been on a Westfield.” planned; plant sales, raffles and Tickets are $20 in advance and steady climb since their inception, “Many of the home-guests come dozens of gift baskets of full of $25 the day of the tour and can be is lead by the formidable Maestro from Westfield and the immediate exquisite merchandise and services purchased at outlets throughout David Wroe. Under his direction, surrounding area, but the draw is donated by merchants and busi- Westfield, Mountainside, BEAUTY IN ARCHITECTURE...Unique and outstanding, this Westfield the Orchestra has not only reached becoming wider with every passing nesses. Fanwood, Scotch Plains and Sum- home at Stoneleigh Park and Wychwood Avenue, will be included in higher levels of performance ex- year,” she said. This year may even feature special mit. the Symphony Friends’ annual fundraiser, “A Tour of Notable cellence but gained considerable Many guests to the Tour of No- Feng Shui instruction - a philosophy For more information, please Homes.” The event will be held on Saturday, May 6. notoriety. table Homes travel in from Essex NOTABLE HOME...This magnificent Gothic Tudor, based on balance and harmony in call the symphony office at (908) In fact, Maestro Wroe was County, Bergen County and even placement of home furnishing and 232-9400 or Andrea McDermott, owned by Dr. Joseph P. DeAlessandro, who writes “The recently named as one of the Dining Table” of the Arts & Entertainment section, has out of state. decor. President of the Friends, at (908) been showcased in the Tour of Notable Homes. 20 New Jersey artists to watch “It has become an annual spring Additionally, Ms. Trabert com- 654-8329. 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YELLOW BLACK Westfield Entertainer of the Year Maestro Wroe

MAGENTA MAGENTA Continues to Thrill Audiences With His Flair

By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN treble soprano voice when he was phony Orchestra under conductor erudite and high brow philoso- pianist with the WSO, is BLACK Specially Written for This Is Westfield YELLOW nine-years-old, he was sent away Seiji Ozawa. phy, but a sophomore mission that trying to help him Plunging his baton and thrust- to a private boarding school. “He was an enormous influence. I have. I simply want to bring joy, achieve that dream. ing his elbows in mid-air with “They initially first saw me as a It was never a teacher-student re- enthusiasm and love of life and let “She’s charging me an

CYAN a fevered frenzy, Music Di- professional cellist,” he added. lationship. His influence was un- them hear beautifully orchestrated arm and a leg,” mused rector and Conductor of “But, studying the cello is a rather avoidable just being around him,” music on whatever terms they the conductor, who re- the Westfield Symphony lonely institution.” Maestro Wroe stated. He added want.” cently and officially Orchestra (WSO), David Maestro Wroe confided that be- that Ozawa’s extreme energy and Although his accomplishments planted his roots as a Wroe, possesses the coming a conductor was virtually gesture-empowered technique are innumerable, Maestro Wroe Westfield resident. power to conjure up inevitable because he was a “gre- quickly began to meld with his also modestly confided, “It is not In discussing his devo- deep sorrow and garious exhibitionist.” The con- developing style and virtuosity. the biography of the composer, tion to the Westfield Sym- overwhelming ela- ductor noted that he knew he was Simultaneously, Maestro Wroe was but rather the music’s power.” phony Orchestra, Mae- tion in some of the “meant to end up on stage.” Music Director of the Kansas City The composer who has also lent stro Wroe revealed, “I most renowned “I was bathed in the great Re- Camerata for seven years. his musicianship to the gave up my position in compositions. One naissance and Baroque musical tra- In addition, for two years, he Tanglewood Music Centre and Bos- Germany to commit my- can almost visual- ditions,” he reflected. “I sang served as Principal Conductor at ton University Tanglewood Insti- self more fully to the ize Brahms and through the process of osmosis.” the City Opera at Heidelberg in tute, likes to think that upon strid- WSO. I believe in the Michelle H. LePoidevin for This Is Westfield Mozart glowing with Soon, playing soccer in the evening Germany – an experience Maestro ing confidently before the orches- Orchestra and its future. pride beside him. HOT, HOT, HOT!...Last August, Maestro David Wroe heated up a packed audience at Echo and studying Bach by day became Wroe labeled as “very intense.” tra he is “a general messenger It is an extraordinarily Lake Park in a performance of the Westfield Symphony Orchestra entitled, “Tango in Droves of concert- the daily regimen for Maestro Wroe “It gave me access to a whole delivering the secrets of the magic fine ensemble – one of the Park.” Audience members fanned themselves continuously, not from the heat, but goers have been stupe- at the private school until his voice new area of music making – op- of music.” the best in the country.” from Maestro’s red hot conducting skills. fied by Maestro Wroe’s no- broke and changed at the age of era,” he noted. “I want the audience to leave When asked by This Is table and incontestable 13. Part of Maestro Wroe’s responsi- enriched, invigorated and revived. Westfield if he plans to continue concert are fully aware that when conducting, but how many In the next year, the conductor- bilities as Music Director and Con- I want them to tackle all of their his contribution to the Symphony Maestro Wroe enters or leaves the What Do You Like honestly know the man to-be attended Lansing College as ductor of the WSO includes the challenges and apply a positive in the coming years, Maestro Wroe stage, an aura of genius precedes About Westfield? who poises the baton? a music scholar. Four years later, Caravan program in which small spirit from that moment on,” he stated, “I do see a long-term com- or trails him. “I love that I don’t “Actually, I’m a Brit by he obtained his Bachelor of Music selections of music are studied by said. mitment. I want to see the fruits of “The legacy I leave to each place have to go to the mall Maestro David Wroe of the Westfield birth,” Mr. Wroe began dur- Degree from Manchester Univer- and presented to students in Surprisingly, Maestro Wroe is a my labor and the Board of Direc- is a new view or new enthusiasm and there are a lot of Symphony Orchestra. He was recently ing a coffee house interview with sity in England. Westfield’s public schools. cellist by trade. However, now, his tors’ work germinate and flour- on the audience. I hope to shed a restaurants.” named one of the “20 New Jersey This Is Westfield. He added that “That was my first real taste in eyes are focused on learning the ish.” – Jean Marie Morgan Faces to watch in the New Century.” The nearly hour-long program new light and continue the fond- when his parents discovered his conducting,” Maestro Wroe said of affords Maestro Wroe the oppor- piano. His fiancee, Shaung Guo, a Those who have attended a WSO ness of the music.” his experience at Manchester. He tunity to serve as the same type of added that he conducted the mentor and indelible influence as university’s choir and presented a his mentors, Yampolsky, Meier, and NEW JERSEY number of concerts there. Ozawa. “It is a very intense 45 Maestro Wroe became immersed minutes,” he explained. “It gives WESTFIELD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA WORKSHOP FOR THE ARTS in what he called the “Russian me the chance to enlighten and A nonprofit organization established in 1972. tradition of rigor and discipline” at enthuse them (the students). Northwestern University in During the snowy afternoon in- 150-152 East Broad Street Evanston, Ill., just north in Chi- terview, Maestro Wroe confided SPACE ODYSSEY 2000-2001 cago, where he studied under Vic- proudly that he has stacks of let- Westfield, NJ 07090 tor Yampolsky. ters from literally hundreds of stu- (908) 789-9696 Maestro Wroe recalled being dents with pictures expressing coached under the internationally thanks for his contribution to the www.westfieldnj.com/njwa An “Out-of This-World” Season [email protected] renowned conductor teacher program. NJ Workshop for The Arts Gustav Meier. “I learned to coordi- When asked by This Is Westfield nate gestural movements with feel- about his overall impetus each The Music Studio ing in the music.” time he takes the stage for a WSO Star Wars Moonchild’s Dream “...poised to become the state’s Instrumental and voice classes for all ages and skill levels Eight years ago, up until 1994, concert, Maestro Wroe thought- David Wroe October 2, 2000 November 11, 2000 Young Violinist Workshop Maestro Wroe served as Assistant fully stated, “There is a general leading second-tier symphony - Alphorn Workshop Conductor of the Boston Sym- philosophy that I have. It is not an Music Director & Conductor Williams Star Wars Koppel Moonchild’s Dream and there is only one at the top!” Kids ‘N’ Arts Holst The Planets Beethoven Symphony #6, “Pastoral” Classes for children three to five years old. The Westfield Art Association, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated WSO’s David Wroe – The Star Ledger Tots ‘N’ Arts to providing artists and the community an opportunity to learn about many was chosen by Stars Among the Planets Rising Star Half-hour classes for children 18 months to three years with guardian aspects of fine art. Since 1922 the group perpetuates an outstanding tradition Feb 3, 2001 March 10, 2001 of quality member exhibitions and programs. The Star Ledger’s The Fencing Club Milhaud Creation of the World with Special Guest Artist violin prodigy “To have music of this caliber and Beginners & experienced fencers – sabre, foil and ebee Artists share their styles and expertise in a variety of media such as: oil, Arts Writers as one of the Umoja Dance Company Ryu Goto an ensemble the level of the WSO pastel, acrylic, sculpture, watercolor, graphics, photography, drawing, collage, the 20 New Jersey Mozart Symphony #41, “Jupiter” The Drawing Workshop printmaking, and mixed media. does our area a great honor.” Grades 2 to 6. Pastels, pencils & charcoal. Faces to Watch for Still life, portrait & figure drawing Artistic pursuits are shared through the Landscape Group, Contemporary Mars Meets Venus – April 28, 2001 – The Westfield Leader Westfield Summer Workshop Art Group, and the Westfield Figure Drawing Group. Meetings are free, open in the New Century Mozart Marriage of Figaro Five week arts experience, June 26 to July 28, 2000. to the public, and handicapped accessible. Summer Band/Orchestra Information: Call The Westfield Symphony Orchestra at (908) 232-9400 • www.westfieldnj.com/wso Westfield Art Association Westfield Art Gallery PO Box 874, Westfield, NJ 07091 “I can only recommend that every man, woman and child come to the next concert ...” Exhibits by local artists. Barbara Schwinn, President Jane Annis, Membership (908)-232-7058 (908)-232-3381 – David Palladino, The Westfield Leader CYAN

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YELLOW BLACK Community Kicks Up Its Heels at Blue Devil Girls - Also True Champions Blue Devil Boys Capture

State ‘A’ Swim Crown MAGENTA MAGENTA First Night Westfield Celebration The Westfield High School boys swim Devils continued to have major time team completed an amazing comeback drops. Westfield managed six first places First Night West- The Westfield Foundation and The by capturing the NJSIAA A Division state against Cherry Hill East, an 87-83 winner New Year’s Eve. Westfield championship with an 89.5-80.5 victory over three-time defending state cham-

field, which is spon- Town of Westfield, is Westfield’s com- This program, which began in 1996, Y gymnasium. BLACK

YELLOW over Cherry Hill East at the College of pion Shawnee in the South Jersey sec- sored by the Westfield Y, munity celebration of the arts held on offers an alternative to the traditional Attendees are encouraged to map New Jersey. Senior tri-captain Scott tional final. revelry normally associated with cel- out their evening with first and sec- Kautzmann led the comeback, having Kautzmann captured the 50 (22.67) ebrating New Year’s Eve. ond preferences of over 50 perfor- been involved in three first-place fin- and 100 (49.97) freestyles, and anchored CYAN Each year since its in- mances. Held in 24 different venues, ishes. the meet-clinching 400 free relay (3:27.82, ception, approxi- at 11 varied sites, indoor events con- After sinking Scotch Plains-Fanwood with freshman Zack Coppa, senior Turner mately 5,000 residents tinue until midnight. Most perfor- 105-65 in the North Jersey sectional final, Yevich and fellow captain Kyle McCloskey of all ages have rung mances are scheduled for 45 minutes the Devils stunned Bridgewater 86-84 in joining him). Junior Cliff Haldeman took in the New Year with each and are repeated one time. the state semifinals. The Bridgewater meet first with a lifetime best 2:03.65 in the 200 dancing, singing, Participants may choose to attend was the high point of the season to date IM, senior Paul Kolterjahn coasted to first theatrical perfor- three or four complete performances, for WHS which swam 50 lifetime bests with a 5:02.80 in the 500 and junior Matt mances and a wide or for greater variety, may attend The Blue Devil girls swimming team won the Public B State title in 1999 out of 60 swims. Vidovich posted a first-place finish in variety of entertain- partial performances. and could have claimed the 2000 A Division crown on a judge ruling but opted not to, stating that they would have rather done it in the water. However, the Blue Devils surpassed 1:01.82 in the 100 breaststroke, good for ment ranging from ma- All events are held inside so the that just 70 hours later as most of the fourth on the WHS Top 15. gicians and hypnotists weather is not a factor. Each site to the circus and Blue maintains parking so participants can Grass, symphony and classi- walk, drive, or take a trolley to each Devil Gymnasts Become cal music. site. Activities are held in three clus- Most of the entertainers are local, ters of buildings surrounding the cen- Dominant Force in State Union County, artists. ter of town. Participants may decide This affordable event emphasizes to stay in one venue or cluster or community participation for families travel back and forth between clus- Breaking all-time West- bars and placed second in of all ages. The planning committee ters. field High School records the state in the all-around. recruits and hires age-specific enter- The sites used in 1999 included The has become a common In 1998, the Blue Devils, tainment that is family friendly. Westfield Y, The First United Method- occurrence for the Blue on several occasions, set Among last year’s hits was the trol- ist Church, The Presbyterian Church Devil gymnastics team in all-time records in team Ingrid McKinley for This Is Westfield ley which allowed participants to in Westfield, The First Congregational the past two years. These totals and in individual to- RINGING IN THE NEW YEAR IN WESTFIELD...Joshua and Amanda Simmoms show off travel from site to site without their Church, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, record-breaking occur- tals. In 1999, the all-time their custom decorated masks they created at Westfield High School during First cars. Another highlight featured The Westfield Community Room, The Night Westfield 2000 festivities held on New Year’s Eve. Mask-making was just one of rences have also cata- team total was heightened Karaoke at Fire Station No. 1. Holy Trinity Roman Catholic School, pulted the Blue Devils to to 109.02 during a victory the many unique activities offered by the First Night Committee which worked Each year, new entertainment is dilegently to make the evening the success that it was. Westfield High School, the Westfield major state power promi- over fourth-ranked included, some of the standards re- National Guard Armory, and Firehouse nence. Somerville. Lauren FACTORY DIRECT TO YOU • FACTORY DIRECT TO YOU main, and some of the acts that have Station No. 1. Caravello matched her all- • • The Blue Devil girls F been standards are rotated off to be For more information regarding have completed two un- time Westfield High School ACTORY included in future First Nights. This sponsoring or volunteering, please defeated seasons in a row, record on the uneven bars OU allows the participants to enjoy some call Julia Black at The Westfield Y at 9-0 in 1998 and 13-0 in at 9.6. Also, sophomore of their old favorites and some new (908) 233-2700. To participate as a 1999, captured their sixth- Jessica Caravello tied 1999 Y O ones. performer, please leave a message at straight Union County graduate Julie Elmuccio’s To attend First Night, participants (908) 518-2983 for Barbara Karp or D

Crown, grabbed their sec- 1998 record of 9.5 on the T purchase a $10 First Night Westfield Arlene Bertrand. ond-straight North 2 title balance beam. IRECT button and wear it as an admission and finished second in Watch out for next year ticket. Admission fees cover a small the state tournament with because the Blue Devils part of the evening’s costs. What Do You Like a fabulous team total of return all of their first-line IRECT Sponsorships, including PNC Bank About Westfield? 108.875. Additionally, in gymnasts which include: T and The Union County Board of 1999, sophomore Lauren Lauren and Jessica D Chosen Freeholders, make it possible “Growing up in O Brooklyn, this was quite Caravello seized her sec- Caravello, Ashley Flood, Y to keep the event reasonably priced. a change for me. I like ond-straight New Jersey ** Lauren Caravello ** Christina Massa and Rachel In 1999, activities began at 7 p.m. everything about State title on the uneven Skolnick. OU and culminated into a large millen- Westfield; it’s very ACTORY

nium celebration, coordinated by quiet.” • F Elaine Slabe and Darryl Walker in the

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• Me & My Shadow Classes T • Certified, Experienced Teachers IRECT

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BLACK YELLOW We’re your friends and neighbors here at the Westfield Office... Thanking you for 20 years of assisting with your real estate needs! CYAN

HARVEY TEHEL LOUIS FARUOLO ADRIENNE G. PARISI MICHAEL J. MIGGINS KEVIN BAMRICK FRANCES C. BRADER SUSAN BURKHARDT HOLLY COHEN ROBERT DEL RUSSO Broker/Office Manager Assistant Manager, Broker/Sales Representative Processing Manager Mortgage Finance Consultant Sales Representative Broker/Sales Representative Sales Representative Broker/Sales Representative Sales Representative ® NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Bronze Level 1997 NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Bronze Level 1984-1996, 1999 Realtor Associate Weichert Million Dollar Sales Club Weichert Million Dollar Marketed Club NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club SIlver Level 1994, 1996-1998 NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Bronze Level 1986-1997 NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Silver Level 1998-1999 NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Silver Level 1997-1998 NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club 1986 Weichert Million Dollar Sales & Marketing Club Weichert Million Dollar Marketed Club Weichert President’s Club NJAR Distinguished Sales Club Weichert Million Dollar Marketed Club Weichert President’s Club Weichert Million Dollar Sales Club Weichert 100 Sales Club 100 Marketed Club Weichert 100 Marketed Club Notary Public Weichert Ambassador’s Club

SUSAN DELANEY CAROLE EDZEK MARY BETH ELIADES JAMES E. FAWCETT ANNA FIGLIN DOROTHY M. FISCHER, GRI NIKI FRY VIRGINIA HAMILL, GRI THERESA HERBSTER NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club 1997 (Bronze) Sales Representative/Realtor® Sales Representative NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Bronze Level1997-1999 Broker/Sales Representative Sales Representative Sales Representative Broker/Sales Representative Sales Representative Weichert Million Dollar Marketed Club NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Cilver Level1998-1999 Weichert Million Dollar Sales Club Weichert Million Dollar Sales Club NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Bronze Level 1998-1999 Weichert Million Dollar Marketed Club Weichert Million Dollar Sales Club Weichert Million Dollar Sales & Marketing Club Historic Homes Specialist NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club 1983-1989 (Bronze Level) Weichert Million Dollar Sales & Marketing Club International Division Weichert Ambassador’s Club Certified Buyer Specialist Weichert Million Dollar Marketed Club New Home Specialist 100 Marketed Club Relocation Specialist

ROSEMARIE HUGHES PATRICK A. MANFRA, JR. JANE MATHEWS LINDA MAYKISH-WEIMER SHEILA B. McMANUS-PEARLMAN SHELDON MIZUS PATRICIA O’CONNOR KAREN P. PIESCH JUDITH S. PIPOLI Sales Representative Broker/Sales Representative Weichert Million Dollar Sales Club NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Bronze Level 1996, 1998-1999 Weichert Million Dollar Sales Club Sales Representative Sales Representative Sales Representative NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club 1993,1995,1996 (Bronze) NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Bronze Level 1993,1998-1999 Weichert Million Dollar Marketed Club Weichert Million Dollar Sales Club NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Bronze Level 1999 Weichert Million Dollar Sales Club Weichert Million Dollar Marketed Club Weichert Million Dollar Marketed Club Weichert Million Dollar Sales Club Weichert Million Dollar Marketed Club Weichert Ambassador’s Club Weichert Million Dollar Market Club

Agents Not Pictured Peggy Bergin, Asst. Processing Manager Beth Lebowitz Dean Miner Mark Miranda BRENDA PUTZER LOLA REED MARTHA J. SCHILLING, GRI ROBERT SPILLANE, RPS PHYLLIS STERN GINGER SULLIVAN ROSEMARY TARULLI JULIA WOOD Cynthia Goodman NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club 1998 (Bronze) Sales Representative NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Bronze Level 1998-1999 Realtor® Sales Representative Sales Representative Sales Representative Sales Representative Enza Camporeale Weichert Million Dollar Sales & Marketing Club NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Bronze Level 1999 Weichert Million Dollar Sales Club NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Bronze Level 1999 Weichert Million Dollar Sales Club NJAR Million Dollar Sales Club Bronze Level 1986 & 1999 Historic Homes Representative Weichert Million Dollar Sales Club Weichert Million Dollar Marketed Club Weichert Million Dollar Marketed Club Weichert Million Dollar Sales Club Weichert Million Dollar Marketed Club CYAN

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‘The Boys of Summer’ Blue Devil Golfers Set MAGENTA MAGENTA High in Westfield’s Athletic History County Tourney Record Just after the begin- ning of the 20th Cen- The 1999 Westfield High School golf By DAVID B. CORBIN of achievements as Head Football Coach. Boothe, Jr., Board of Education President as Recreation Park which was built in the tury, a semi-pro baseball team captured its second straight team Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times He completed his football coaching ca- Susan Pepper and Co-Chairs of the Gary 1890’s. The land, formerly a farm, was team existed in West- title at the Union County Golf Tournament BLACK

YELLOW reer amassing a spectacular 171-26-7 Kehler Stadium Fund Lee Hale and Roger field. This photograph held at Echo Lake Country Club in West- “It was a dark and stormy afternoon” acquired from the Woodruff family, ac- could have been the literal description of record. During that time, he had nine Love. cording to former Town Historian Ralph which was taken in 1903 field. Not only did the Blue Devils win the that October 30, 1993 day. But, instead, undefeated seasons, captured 17 Describing the weather conditions, Jones. shows that these “boys title, but they set an all-time UCT record the shining light was the renaming of Watchung Conference Championships Kehler said, “It had to be one of the worst “It was strictly a baseball park with the of summer” meant busi- by combining for a low score of 310. CYAN Recreation Field as Gary Kehler Sta- grandstand and the infield over where ness. This semi-pro team Devils Brent Bramnick and Ron Kashlak dium in honor of Westfield’s legend- the Lincoln School was,” pointed out played some of their placed first and second, respectively, with ary Coach Gary Kehler. The 6-0 Sum- Jones. “It was the successor to Drake games on the sight which scores of 75 and 76. Later in the season, mit Hilltoppers may have burst the Park which Uncle Al Drake built a ball is now Gary Kehler Sta- Kashlak came back to claim the Union Blue Devils’ bubble, 35-12, but the park with a wooden fence and a dium. County Match Play title. Kashlak defeated *Compliments of the Bramnick in the semifinals then defeated primary focus seemed to be the grandstand near Park Street between Westfield Historical Society* M halftime ceremony. Summit Avenue and Boulevard.” Mike Occi of Cranford for the crown. The Hilltoppers, under Head Football was introduced to Recre- E Coach Jim Benedict, rumbled to 222 ation Field around 1926 and, in 1929, Westfield PAL Plays at Giant Stadium G yards on the ground and were led by the football revolution really began A sensation Torrie Fogg, who clouded when Bob Duncan took over as West- An experience of a lifetime was realized ship with a 33-12 whipping of Barringer. N the Blue Devils’ hopes, by rushing field Head Coach. Undefeated sea- by the Westfield The PAL boys for 155 yards on 17 carries. The Blue sons brought recognition and a desire PAL D football performed admira- Devils featured quarterback Steve to make additions in the mid-1930’s. team when they bly in an inter- S Cheek and junior halfback Erwyn “Although there was a depression, got the opportu- squad game, show- Megan Shutts (Track) H Lyght, who rushed for 119 yards on the father of the late Hollywood ac- nity to play be- ing their offensive U 10 carries but was injured early in tress Anne Revere started lobbying for fore 78,000 fans and defensive Blue Devil Track Girls Have the second quarter and could not a field house,” said Jones. “People at Giants Sta- skills. Coach T continue. were coming in droves to see the dium during Owen Brand, who Strong Distance Tradition T But the real focus was on Kehler, games. Somebody, probably him, was half-time of the had touchdown re- who was Westfield’s Athletic Direc- A MEMORABLE DAY FOR THE KEHLERS…The dedication of Gary Kehler Stadium responsible for getting The New Deal Giants-Jets ceptions of 47 and The Westfield High School girls track S tor from 1983-1993, and gained ac- took place on October 30, 1993. Pictured, left to right, are: Dr. Bob Petix, Roger Love, government, namely the Works game on Decem- 24 yards in the Bill Sweeney, Darielle Walsh, Susan H. Pepper, “Bud” C. Boothe, Jr., Doug Kehler, and field team has produced a long line of claim as the Blue Devils’ wrestling Progress Administration, to finance ber 5. On the 1977 game, remi- fine distance runners throughout the years. Gary Kehler, Lee Hale, Alice Kehler, Mark C. Smith, Todd Kehler and Chris, Allison, most of the cost of the stadium.” same date in nisced. Perhaps, in coach from 1957-1983, golf coach Susan and Glen Kehler with son Dan. Most of the Blue Devils success can be from 1959-1984 and, especially, as It worked! Construction began in 1977, the West- the future, these attributed to their excellent cross country football coach from 1961-1982. and, until recently, had New Jersey’s field condition games. It was just a total 1935 and was completed in 1936. field High same boys will re- team that has won nine-straight Union Although Kehler had fabulous wres- longest winning streak at 48 from 1967- disaster. There were gale-force winds. It “The stadium, originally referred to as School football turn to Giants Sta- County titles, five-straight Watchung Con- tling teams and coached several state 1973. was a very difficult time to play the game the field house, had lockers and seating,” team won the dium to play for a ference titles, 58 consecutive dual meets of football, but I think Ed (Tranchina, said Jones. “Since then in 1941, Westfield, state champion- state title. champions, including Olympic Bronze Speaking at the dedication were: West- Devil verses Devil at Giants Stadium and four sectional titles in 10 years. Medalist Chris Campbell, the Blue Devil field Superintendent of Schools Mark C. Blue Devil Head Coach at the time) under Joe Freeman, had an undefeated, Ronnie Kashlak mentor was revered by all for his long list Smith, Westfield Mayor Garland C. “Bud” because he knew the dedication was untied season and won the state champi- already planned, continued. And we never onship. He had great success for over a like to cancel football games.” decade and Westfield became football Personally, Kehler added, “But, for me, mad.” it was just an outstanding day. It was a Jones added, “After a couple of interim wonderful experience for the Kehlers. I coaches, Kehler took over in 1961 and was so pumped up about the dedication, had unprecedented success even on the that I really couldn’t pay much attention scale of the state of New Jersey. It comes Meat Market to the game. It was the greatest thing that as no surprise that the field was eventu- • Intentionally small classes with caring, ever happened to me.” ally named for him.” creative, professional teachers Over 61 years at the same As a result, the field house did get a Additionally, for his achievements, location in Scotch Plains! facelift. Kehler was named to the New Jersey • 9:1 Student:Teacher ratio “It was just a good, solid, well-con- Coaches Hall of Fame and to the National • Recognized by TV structed building. Then they added an Football Foundation Hall of Fame. Also, extension and raised the front where you he became one of the founders of the • New, state-of-the-art classroom, library News NJ as one of the now see Gary Kehler Stadium,” pointed Westfield High School Hall of Fame be- finest meat markets in out Kehler. gun in 1994 and was selected to the Hall and computer facilities Formerly, Recreation Field was known in the first year. New Jersey!. • Prekindergarten now full/half days with • Listed on the NY Encore program available Times hot-line for Thanksgiving Turkeys • 100% College Placement recently includes Harvard, Cornell, Brown, We carry: NYU, Princeton, Vassar, Georgetown ✰ Free Range Poultry and Rutgers ✰ USDA Prime Dry-Aged Meat ✰ Prepared Entrees • Opportunities for participation in a full ✰ Free Home Delivery program of athletic teams, music ensembles, drama presentations, public speaking and club activities an old fashioned butcher • Academic scholarships available shop with personal service 389 Park Avenue DRAWING PLENTY OF ATTENTION…This 1921 baseball game played at Recreation 1295 Inman Avenue • Edison, NJ 08820 Scotch Plains Field, now Kehler Stadium, drew plenty of curious fans. During that era, baseball was the “National Pastime” and football was on the rise. (Westfield Historical Society) (908) 754-1882 • FAX (908) 754-9678 Nick, John & Vinnie Losavio 322-7126 CYAN

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YELLOW BLACK Westfield Chamber of Commerce Numbers You Need to Know

Emergency 911 MAGENTA Mayor Thomas C. Jardim 301-1905 MAGENTA Westfield Police Department 789-4000 Westfield Fire Department 789-4130 Leads Town Into New Millennium Westfield Rescue Squad 233-2500 Westfield Municipal Building 789-4030 CONTACT We Care - Help Line 232-2880 BLACK YELLOW Rape Crisis Center 233-7273 The Westfield Area Chamber of the creation of additional parking in local businesses, charitable organi- The Westfield Farmers’ Market is Domestic Violence 800-572-7233 Commerce is a voluntary associa- the downtown, pedestrian safety, zations and crafters to present their held at the end of June through the Public Utilities 800-624-0241 CYAN tion comprised of progressive busi- advertising and promotion, and products and services. end of October on Thursday after- Division of Youth & Family Services 800-792-8610 ness and professional men and noons from 2 to 7 p.m. at the South Narcotics Anonymous 800-992-0401 women, working in unity to build a Avenue train station parking lot. Child Abuse Control 800-792-8610 healthy economy and to improve Bringing their “Jersey Fresh” fruits Adult Protective Services (Elder Abuse) 800-792-8820 the quality of life for the Westfield and vegetables, local farmers help Poison Control 800-764-7661 area. provide a festive outdoor market Addiction Referral Service 800-786-1230 Known as a leading advocate for atmosphere. AIDS Hotline 800-624-2377 Westfield area businesses, the Cham- During the holiday season, “Wel- ALA-The Alcohol Hotline 800-322-5525 ber has built a history with the come Home to Westfield” celebra- Battered Women 355-4357 business community for over 50 tions and promotions are sponsored Consumer Affairs 654-9840 years. for shoppers and families. Consumer Protection 800-242-5846 Membership in the Chamber of- The Chamber provides a forum Crime Victims 800-242-0804 fers local businesses opportunities for the exchange of ideas and infor- Drug Abuse Help Line 800-225-0196 for promotion and referral, involve- mation among local retail and ser- Eating Disorders 800-624-2268 ment in the business community, vice businesses and professionals, Eye Bank 800-653-9379 networking with other Chamber while administering a continuous Family Crisis Intervention 298-7800 members at meetings, and educa- schedule of programs and projects. Family Health Line 800-328-3838 tion through several seminars held As a voice of business in the Homeless Union County 756-6060 during the year. community, the Chamber also moni- Nar-Anon, Families of Addicts 800-322-5525 The Chamber’s Web site, tors local developments and regula- Organ Donation 800-528-2971 www.westfieldnj.com/wacc, lists tion, keeping in regular contact with Psychiatric Crisis Intervention 355-5556 member businesses and may be town officials and local legislators, Runaway Crisis Line 800-621-4000 linked to the individual business’s David B. Corbin for This Is Westfield and continually informing members Senior Citizen Information 888-280-8226 Web site. about issues that may affect them. Social Security Administration 800-772-1213 This year, the Chamber has col- beautification efforts. The next street fair, Spring Fling, The Chamber represents both its Substance Abuse Service 527-4837 laborated with the Mayor and Town Two street fairs are organized ev- will be held on Sunday, April 30, individual members and the busi- Victim/Witness Program 527-4596 Council on issues such as parking, ery year in downtown Westfield for and then Festifall will be presented ness community as a whole and acts on Sunday, September 24, on Elm, on their behalf. It builds working Quimby, East Broad and Prospect relationships between business THE FULL CULINARY RESOURCE CENTER Streets. Both festivals will be held people and the larger community from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Each event by working in coalitions with other

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YELLOW BLACK Downtown Westfield Corporation Continues Gold Star Streets

Continued from Page 13 BE A MAGENTA MAGENTA service, he went to the Navy Yard at On November 10, 1917, Private To Be A Leader in Revitalization, Improvements Bensonhurst, Long Island. Wallberg, just 19-years-old, was the first GOOD NEIGHBOR Following training at the Boston School of Westfield’s Supreme Honor Men to The nationally recognized Down- of Technology, Lieutenant Saunders lost lay down his life in the line of duty. The DWC is dedicated to promot- attracting new customers from in the areas of urban design, eco- his life while assisting in a hydroplane Wallberg Avenue was named in his BLACK YELLOW

town Westfield Corporation (DWC) is BE A ing downtown Westfield as a pre- throughout the region. nomic development and promotions. test over Pensacola Bay, Fla. honor. the management entity of the Westfield ferred shopping and entertainment Executive Director Michael La Place The DWC has contracted with the special improvement district. Sergeant Henry Carrington Stevens Prior to honoring the Supreme Honor destination serving local residents and stated that the DWC is committed to Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce was 20-years-old, a six-year resident of Men by the 1923 construction of the CYAN strengthening the downtown special to manage and implement the Westfield and graduate of the Class of granite shaft crowned with a bronze improvement district, the economic corporation’s year-long schedule of 1917 of Westfield High School. A mem- statue which stands at the junction of engine of Westfield, as the center of events and the regional marketing ber of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Ser- North Avenue and Broad Street, the DESIGNATED DRIVER community life and a source of pride program. geant Stevens was placed in Ambulance Westfield Town Council approved the for all. Design and economic development Company 33, 4th Division, U.S. Army. naming of designated town streets in STATE FARM This includes the goal of improving projects under way or in the planning He was struck by a shell on October their memory. Auto the district’s economic viability by stages include the new parking facili- 10, 1918, and died soon afterwards. A general ordinance was passed on Life Fire

supporting existing businesses and ties, streetscape enhancements such Benson Place was named in honor of December 27, 1920, to “change the INSURANCE© encouraging new enterprises that will as ornamental lighting, benches, new the Lieutenant. names of certain streets or sections of add to the mix and complement exist- sidewalks and other amenities and Tice Place bears the name of a lifelong streets of the Town of Westfield, and to ing stores and services. the continuation of the successful resident of Westfield, Corporal Raymond rename them in honor of soldiers of the Let’s all join together and make the Major goals of the DWC include facade improvement incentive grants. Smith Tice, who lived at 519 Highland World War.” making Downtown Westfield a safer, Building on the recent success of the Avenue. A member of Company K, For some unknown reason, the names designated driver concept work in our cleaner and more attractive pedes- DWC and the booming downtown Second Regiment, National Guard New of Private Cauefield and Private Reese trian environment, increasing the ca- business district, Mr. La Place stated Jersey, he trained at Fort Dix and Camp were omitted from that original ordi- community. There are too many lives pacity of off-street parking for shop- that 2000 will be the most exciting year McClellan. He was assigned to Com- nance despite the fact that their names pers, downtown employees and com- yet for Downtown Westfield. pany H, 113th Infantry, 29th Division, were inscribed on the World War I at stake for us not to succeed. muters, and to encourage the historic Citizens interested in joining one of U.S. Army. monument. preservation and restoration of down- the DWC volunteer committees are In France, Corporal Tice was gassed The oversight was rectified in 1994 Christine Cosenza, Agent town buildings and open spaces. encouraged to call (908) 789-9444, or and suffered from shell shock nine weeks thanks to the efforts of Westfield Histori- 2 Elm St., Westfield, NJ 07090 prior to his death from pneumonia. cal Society President Ralph A. Jones. Mr. The Year 2000 DWC program will visit the corporation’s office at 105 (908) 233-9100 continue the past year’s successful Elm Street in the Fleet Bank building, Private Martin Wallberg was born in Jones also deserves credit for seeing to it format, with activities and initiatives second floor. Sweden, but made his home at 1024 South that the gold stars have been restored to Avenue. A member of the First Baptist the appropriate signs by the township. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. Church, he served in the Boys’ Brigade. The stars serve as a constant reminder A PAGE OUT OF HOLIDAY HISTORY...Members of the Yuletide Carolers entertained State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company shoppers on December 4 as part of the Downtown Westfield Corporation-sponsored When he was 17, he joined Company D, that the street names they adorn are no Home Office: Bloomington, Illinois event, “Welcome Home to Westfield.” 16th Platoon, 8th Battalion, Canadian Ex- ordinary thoroughfares for they are peditionary Forces and left for France. named after extraordinary men.

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Westfield Nursery Schools Continued from Page 7 AA PPotpourriotpourri ofof ClubClub ListingsListings

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“We sort of lost our Colonial roots,” other towns as far as preservation Children’s Specialized Hospital 756 East Broad Street, Westfield he said, although there is some evi- Nursery School Facility (908) 232-6770 goes.” He believes the lack of an dence of a nascent revival in Colo- ARC OF UNION COUNTY To serve the general interests of this community (908) 232-7090 LIONS CLUB OF WESTFIELD 345 Union Avenue, Elizabeth [email protected] official Town Planner, who would 1225 South Avenue, Plainfield and to further the higher education of women. [email protected] P.O. Box 572, Westfield 355-7752 The Presbyterian Church in Westfield nial-style architecture. have intimate knowledge of the (908) 754-5910 CONTACT WE CARE A program which supplies 10 days of emergency (908) 654-3643 Christopher Academy Montessori School 140 Mountain Avenue, Westfield Mr. Evans is a member of the Town’s neighborhoods, has been a hin- An agency which serves individuals with devel- PO Box 74, Fanwood food to needy families in the Union County area. The club promotes sight conservation and blind- BLACK YELLOW 510 Hillcrest Avenue, Westfield (908) 233-0766 opmental disabilities. (908) 889-9570 Referrals are made through agencies throughout ness prevention. Historic Preservation Commission, a drance. BARBERSHOP HARMONY SOCIETY Volunteer telephone service that provides crisis the county. MARTIN WALLBERG POST NO. 3 OF THE (908) 233-7447 [email protected] JUNIOR LEAGUE OF ELIZABETH- AMERICAN LEGION [email protected] Town-created entity that identifies “We need to make people aware” of 170 Elm Street, Westfield intervention and help-line services Wesley Hall Nursery School and designates, subject to Town Coun- preservation efforts, he said, estimat- (908) 276-5811 DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLU- PLAINFIELD, INC. 1003 North Avenue, West, Westfield CYAN Holy Trinity Interparochial School 1 East Broad Street, Westfield BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA-WATCHUNG TION 110 Walnut Avenue, Cranford (908) 232-9689 336 First Street, Westfield (908) 233-9570 cil approval, historic landmarks in ing that there were more than 100 AREA COUNCIL 620 Green Briar Court, Westfield (908) 709-1177 An organization of war time veterans dedicated to Westfield. [email protected] promote the improvement of all veterans and their (908) 233-0484 Westfield Cooperative Nursery School houses eligible for historic designa- PO Box 1177, Mountainside (908) 232-8674 [email protected] (908) 654-9191 A group of women who are direct descendents of An organization of women committed to improv- widows and orphans in need. 125 Elmer Street According to Bonnie Danser, an- tion by the town and, perhaps, even ing their communities through the effective action MOBILE MEALS OF WESTFIELD Kinderprep Westfield [email protected] patriots of the American Revolution. other member of the Commission, the federal government. Character building, citizenship training and pro- FRIENDS OF THE WESTFIELD MEMORIAL and leadership of trained volunteers. 170 Elm Street, Westfield 812 South Avenue, West, Westfield (908) 233-4051 such a designation can be given to The historic landmark status means motion of physical and mental fitness. JUNIOR MUSICAL CLUB OF WESTFIELD (908) 233-6146 (908) 317-6900 LIBRARY Westfield Day Care Center, Inc. either a district or a specific property. that if alterations are ever made, espe- CAAP 550 East Broad Street, Westfield 1055 Sunny Slope Drive, Mountainside [email protected] Mother’s Morning Out 140 Mountain Avenue, Westfield 1204 Prospect Street, Westfield (908) 789-4090 (908) 233-0759 Delivering meals to ill, handicapped and elderly 125 Elmer Street, Westfield The Charles Addams house on cially to homes, the resulting changes (908) 233-3520 [email protected] individuals. (908) 232-6717 Voluntary support of the Westfield Memorial Performing ensemble of high school pianists, (908) 232-2084 Lawrence Avenue, the Miller-Cory must continue to maintain the charac- Concerned African-American Parents of West- MUSICAL CLUB OF WESTFIELD [email protected] Library and its programs. instrumentalists and vocalists from Westfield and 345 Wychwood Road, Westfield field is an organization dedicated to the educa- Noah’s Ark Westfield Infant Toddler Museum, the John Scudder House, ter of the house or the street. FRIENDS OF MINDOWASKIN PARK the immediate area. (908) 233-1352 836 Mountain Avenue, Westfield Day Care Center the World War I Memorial, the North The Commission works with the tion and social welfare of children in Westfield. P.O. Box 87, Westfield JUNIOR WOMAN’S CLUB OF WESTFIELD [email protected] (908) 232-7011 462 West Broad Street, Westfield Side Fire House, the Kimball Avenue Town Board of Adjustment and the CHANSONETTES OF WESTFIELD (908) 233-8110 P.O. Box 524, Westfield Community group which provides classical mu- (908) 233-1511 616 St. Marks Avenue, Westfield The Friends of Mindowaskin Park, a group dedi- (908) 322-1236 sic, presents monthly programs and college schol- Precious People neighborhood, Mindowaskin Park and Planning Board whenever “a prop- (908) 654-5130 cated to preserving the park for future genera- [email protected] arships. Early Learning Center Westfield Pre-School several private homes in Westfield are erty that’s been designated comes Four-part women’s choral group. tions. To provide women with an opportunity to socialize, NEUMANN FOUNDATION 132 South Avenue, East, Westfield Handicapped Program among those sites that have received before either board, or where a build- CHORAL ART SOCIETY GIRL SCOUTS - WASHINGTON ROCK COUN- make friends and make a difference in the commu- PO Box 2654, Westfield (908) 233-2330 800 Rahway Avenue, Westfield PO Box 2036, Westfield CIL nity. (908) 232-0715 Redeemer Lutheran (908) 789-4442 historic designation. ing permit is required, to undertake (908) 203-9118 201 Grove Street, Westfield KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL 1711 [email protected] Day School Westfield Cooperative A portion of the downtown area any form of development or alter- [email protected] Meg Miller, (908) 232-3236 PO Box 101, Westfield Support students, police officers, and various 229 Cowperthwaite Place, Westfield Nursery School has been identified by the Historic ation,” Ms. Danser said. Presents choral works using local area musi- [email protected] (908) 232-9767 children’s charities. (908) 232-1592 cians. Educational enrichment programs for girls five Catholic fraternal organization dedicated to fam- NEWCOMERS CLUB OF WESTFIELD 125 Elmer Street, Westfield Preservation Commission as historic, The Commission will determine if ily, church and community service. [email protected] (908) 233-4501 COLLEGE MEN’S CLUB OF WESTFIELD to 17 years of age. PO Box 612, Westfield but the Town Council has yet to the proposed renovations meet the HEARING SOCIETY LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS - WESTFIELD (908) 654-7089 St. Paul’s Day School Westfield Y Child Care PO Box 841, Westfield AREA formalize that designation, according specific standards set by the Town Serves general interests of the community and 170 Elm Street, PO Box 2534, Westfield [email protected] 414 East Broad Street, Westfield 170 Elm Street, PO Box 2163, Westfield Group for women who have recently moved to the furthers the higher education of men. (908) 233-2066 (908) 233-5417 220 Clark Street to Ms. Danser, who resides in the Council and whether the project’s (908) 889-5948 Westfield area, offering book clubs, dinners and COLLEGE WOMAN’S CLUB OF WESTFIELD Serving the hard of hearing and deaf population [email protected] Westfield [email protected] socials Stoneleigh Park neighborhood, the size and scale will make it compatible 8 Hawthorne Drive, Westfield through scholarships, referrals, lip reading and (908) 654-8460 sign language classes. A non-partisan, political, grassroots volunteer Temple Emanu-El third spot in Westfield to be listed on with the structure or with the neigh- (908) 233-3780 [email protected] HOLY TRINITY FOOD PANTRY organization. It does not support nor endorse any Continued on Page 47 the National Register of Historic Places borhood. [email protected] 315 First Street, Westfield political party or candidate. It is issue oriented. and New Jersey’s own list. “There’s a lot of history here and Mr. Evans said there were about that history is what gives Westfield its eight potential historic districts, in- character and integrity,” Ms. Danser Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. cluding the so-called California Bun- said. “Progress and change are inevi- We appreciate Caring & Courteous Service to the galow District on Wyoming Street, table, but with a little bit of guidance, in Westfield, which he feels, per- the town can maintain that character our neighbors Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 haps surprisingly, “is way behind and integrity.” Like you, we appreciate having good neighbors. That's why we also do our best to be good neighbors. As established members of the Westfield business community, we Increase in Building Permits understand the security of dealing with people you know, people you trust! We've built our reputation on this trust. Westfield Continued from Page 21 556 Westfield For over 100 years, we've provided area families with sound advice and Avenue “The streetscape design has to be vate consulting firm to handle the caring service at times of personal loss. We believe we help the most by compatible, obviously, with the fa- professional planning needs of the listening and providing choices. 233-0255 cade designs,” Mr. Marsh told This Is town. John L. Dooley We hope you remember you can turn to us in times of need. You can also Westfield. Mr. Marsh said if this plan is acted talk to us about planning ahead... removing this burden from the minds of Manager In the same regard, the town engi- on by the council, his time would be others. Please call us or stop by. neer stated that the facade of the freed up to concentrate more on parking deck the town is currently management issues such as develop- considering must blend in with the ing more efficient systems including surrounding buildings. So, he rea- computer tracking software for ve- soned, a deck behind Baron Drugs on hicle maintenance. He said he would Elm Street must have a different look be able to help accelerate the town’s FUNERAL than one that would be built off sewer preventive maintenance pro- DIRECTORS Prospect Street. gram. – Since 1897 – Cranford In order to keep up with the work Mr. Marsh has been employed by 218 North Avenue load in the building department, Mr. the town since 1994 when he was Marsh has proposed the creation of hired to replace Edward A. Gottko 276-0255 • FRED H. GRAY, JR. •WILLIAM A. DOYLE • PAULETTE CRABIEL WAHLER an assistant director in charge of who was promoted to town adminis- • DALE SCHOUSTRA • DAVID J. CRABIEL Charles V. Dooley Public Works. This department would trator. Mr. Gottko retired at the end of Manager be formally known as the Division of last year. Executive Administrator – William A. Doyle Maintenance and Construction. Prior to his tenure in Westfield, Mr. WESTFIELD: 318 East Broad St., Fred H. Gray, Jr. Mgr. • 233-0143 A second assistant director would Marsh worked with a private consult- CRANFORD: 12 Springfield Ave., Dale R. Schoustra, Mgr. • 276-0092 oversee the Division of Building In- ing firm in which he was the town spections and the Division of Engi- engineer in Cranford on a contractural Family Owned and Operated neering. basis. CYAN

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Superintendent of Schools Darlene Roberto, (908) 298-2036 YELLOW BLACK Roselle Park Who Are the People in Your Neighborhood? Mayor Joseph DeIorio, (908) 245-6180, [email protected] Revolutionary Cemetery Monument to World War Veterans Superintendent of Schools Dr. Char Stanko, (908) 245-2103, [email protected] Scotch Plains Mayor Martin L. Marks, (908) 322-6700,

Continued from Page 19 Continued from Page 11 Berkeley Heights Mayor David Cohen (908) 464-2700, [email protected] Superintendent of Schools Dr. Carol B. Choye, (908) 232-6161, [email protected] MAGENTA

MAGENTA South Plainfield

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Richard G. Bozza, (908) 464-1718, [email protected] Other markers have been placed Nathaniel Baker, who died in 1799 and On October 19, 1923, a copper box Men to fall in World War I. He was Clark Mayor Daniel J. Gallagher, (908) 754-9000, [email protected] by the United States government’s is interred in the cemetery. It reads, containing a potpourri of mementos also distinguished for having carried Mayor Robert S. Ellenport, (732) 388-3600 Superintendent of Schools Guy C. Ferri, (908) 754-4620, www.spnet.k12.nj.us Veterans’ Bureau to designate the “My glass is run, My days are spent, My from the era was ensconced in the the first American flag “over the top” Superintendent of Schools Dr. Paul J. Ortenzio, (732) 574-9600 Springfield foundation of the monument. Cranford Mayor Clara Harelik, (973) 912-2200, [email protected] graves of those vet- of the trenches in the war. Mayor Philip J. Morin, 3rd, (908) 709-7200, [email protected] Superintendent of Schools Gary Friedland, (973) 376-1025, [email protected] Among the items inside it were a A Westfield native serving with the Summit BLACK YELLOW erans of the Ameri- Superintendent of Schools Dr. Emalene F. Renna, (908) 272-9100 can Revolution, the copy of the ordinance providing funds Canadian armed forces, he was felled Edison Mayor Walter D. Long, (908) 273-6400, [email protected] War of 1812 and the for the memorial; rosters listing former Mayor George A. Spadoro, (732) 248-7298, [email protected] Superintendent of Schools Dr. Michael Knowlton, (908)273-3023, [email protected] Superintendent of Schools Dr. Vincent Caprara, (732) 287-4400 Union Civil War. servicemen and members of the local Elizabeth Mayor Joseph Florio, (908) 851-8500 CYAN In 1942, a memo- Veterans of Foreign Wars and Ameri- Mayor J. Christian Bollwage, (908) 820-4170, www.elizabethnj.org Superintendent of Schools Dr. Theodore Jakubowski, (908) 851-6400, [email protected] rial boulder was in- can Legion chapters; an American Superintendent of Schools Thomas Dunn, Jr., (908) 558-3000, [email protected] Watchung Fanwood Mayor Anthony F. Addario, (908) 756-0080, www.watchungnj.com stalled by The West flag and a Westfield service medal; a Mayor Louis C. Jung, (908) 322-8236, [email protected] Superintendent of Schools Catherine Rock, (908) 755-8536, [email protected] Fields Chapter – history of the Town of Westfield and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Carol B. Choye, (908) 232-6161, [email protected] Winfield Sons of the Ameri- copies of two local publications, in- Garwood Mayor David P. Wright, Sr., (908) 925-3850, can Revolution at cluding the October 17, 1923 edition Mayor Michael Crincoli, (908) 789-0710 Superintendent of Schools Adam E. Drapczuk, (908) 486-7410 Superintendent of Schools Bill Murphy, (908) 789-0165 the front gate of the of The Westfield Leader. Hillside cemetery with a Armistice Day found Westfield Mayor Karen D. McCoy, (973) 926-3000 plaque naming the buildings draped with red, white Superintendent of Schools Dr. Hiroko Miyakawa (908) 352-2433 51 soldiers of the Kenilworth and blue bunting and bearing Ameri- Mayor Michael Tripodi, (908) 276-9090, Revolutionary War can flags in preparation for the dedi- Superintendent of Schools Dr. Lloyd M. Leschuk, (908) 276-5936, [email protected] who are buried cation of the memorial to Westfield’s Linden there. Nearly 18 war dead. Mayor John T. Gregorio, (908) 474-8495 Superintendent of Schools Joseph Martino, (908) 486-5818 years prior, the Preceded by a military parade Mountainside Daughters of the from Washington School to the Plaza, Mayor Robert F. Viglianti, (908) 232-2400, [email protected] American Revolu- the afternoon ceremony marked the Chief School Administrator Dr. Gerard A. Schaller, (908) 232-3232 tion placed its own New Providence coming-together of an entire com- A MONUMENT’S MUSE...An Mayor Allen Morgan, (908) 665-1400 boulder at the cem- munity in remembrance of sons, 11-foot statue of Clio, the Superintendent of Schools Geoffrey Gordon, (908) 464-9050 etery with a plaque brothers and friends lost to the “Great Greek muse of history, North Plainfield to remember fallen perches atop the 57-foot gran- Mayor Janice G. Allen, (908) 769-2900 War.” Superintendent of Schools Dr. Marilyn Birnbaum, (908) 769-6000 soldiers. In keeping with the solemnity of ite shaft of the monument re- The Westfield Bi- calling the sacrifices of war Plainfield the occasion, Central Railroad offi- veterans. Mayor Albert T. McWilliams, (908) 753-3000 centennial Commit- The Revolutionary Cemetery Ingrid McKinley for This Is Westfield cials ordered the silencing of whistles Superintendent of Schools Dr. Larry Leverett, (908) 753-3150 Rahway tee has designated and bells on locomotives traveling by a barrage of artillery at just 19 years the cemetery as a “Bicentennial Site.” life is gone, It was but lent, And as I am, Mayor James J. Kennedy, (732) 827-2000, www.cityofrahway.com So must you be, Therefore, prepare to through town during the dedication old. His flag, which was attached to Superintendent of Schools Dr. William D. Petrino, (732) 396-1020, [email protected] REMEMBER WHEN?...Even in days gone by, Westfield residents enjoyed Perhaps the cemetery’s legacy is of the monument. his bayonet, was retrieved by a fellow Roselle best summed up on the marker of follow me.” Mayor Joseph Croteau, (908) 245-5600, skating with fellow citizens and visitors from surrounding towns on the Among those in attendance were soldier and returned to Westfield. It is smooth and wintry surface of Mindowaskin Park’s pond. Merton D. Littlefield, by now the displayed today in the foyer of the Your Environmental Headquarters Mayor of Westfield, along with mem- Westfield American Legion post which SINCE • Vacuums COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE bers of the Town Council, the Memo- bears his name. • Central Vacuum Systems 20 Years of Civil Trial & rial Commission which had headed Seventy-seven years later, the pa- 1956 • Sewing Machines • Outdoor Power Equipment Westfield Office up plans for creation of the memorial, triotic spirit and commitment to re- • Janitorial Supplies Personal Injury Law Experience . veterans, other townspeople and fami- membrance which led Westfield to • Air and Water Purification 209 Central Avenue lies of the men memorialized through erect the monument remain as vi- Equipment (908) 233-5555 the monument. brant as on that Armistice Day in Presented by Mr. Tubby to the 1923. ©1997 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. 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YELLOW BLACK WESTFIELD FIRE DEPARTMENT WESTFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT Top Ten Spots Worth Visiting in Westfield

OSTER OSTER Continued from Page 15 1999 R 1999 R MAGENTA MAGENTA (908) 789-4140 Station 1 The first school house was made of CHIEF from 1904 to 1938. The Colonial-era occupants of this which successfully fought to preserve CHIEF (908) 789-4137 Station 2 logs and stood on Broad Street in the The building features a single, wide Paul A. Battiloro, Jr. [email protected] Anthony J. Scutti farmhouse made their own sausage, the building as a theater. village, probably on the Dr. Philemon entrance door in the rear which was butter and soap and kept warm by Today, the Rialto Theatre features DEPUTY CHIEF OPERATIONS (908) 789-4000 Elmer property opposite The Presby- originally designed to simplify re- utilizing numerous indoor fireplaces. six screens and remains an entertain- John Castellano Raymond Luck Deputy Chief John P. Wheatley [email protected] terian Church “green,” where the entry into the firehouse when a horse- BLACK

YELLOW The simple frame house had ample ment hub in the downtown. People public library once was located. Chief Battiloro Captain Bernard Tracy drawn fire apparatus was utilized. property for raising crops and keep- can often be seen waiting outside for CAPTAINS Westfield’s various schools have dis- The building’s “tower” is a reminder ing some livestock. tickets to the latest movies. Michael Brennan (Acting) John Duelks Daniel Kelly (Safety Officer) ADMINISTRATIVE The Miller-Cory House Museum, Part of the charm of the Rialto is that CYAN James Pfeiffer James Ryan, Sr. Captain Clifford Auchter which has been restored and many residents can walk to the theater LIEUTENANTS Chief Scutti opened to the public as a living or enjoy dinner downtown before or Kenneth Dannevig Alan Deak Frank Isoldi LIEUTENANTS museum of 18th-century life, is after a flick, while avoiding the con- David Kelly Peter Klebaur Glenn Lanza Frank Brunelle Thomas Tyrrell included on the National Register gestion often found at multiplex the- John Morrison Charles Pfeiffer Kevin P. Maloney James T. Schneider of Historic Places and on the New aters with oversized parking lots. FIRE FIGHTERS John M. Parizeau Jersey Register of Historic Places. Kehler Stadium Timothy Brennan David Mazza Programs are held for visitors at DETECTIVE SERGEANTS Before there was a Gary Kehler Robert Buccino Scott Mazza various times throughout the year, focusing on various aspects of Co- Stadium, there was a Recreation Field. James Dannevig Bruce Miller DETECTIVE BUREAU JUVENILE BUREAU lonial life, as well as 18th-century The site was also known as Recreation Thomas Dries Scott Miller John Rowe Andrew Gallagher holiday traditions. During these Park, which was built in the 1890s. Robert Dunlap Matthew Pereira The land, formerly a farm, was TRAFFIC SAFETY BUREAU RECORDS BUREAU times, docents also lead tours R. Brian Dunlap John Peterson through the restored homestead. acquired from the Woodruff family. It Carl V. Geis John M. Parizeau originally was a baseball park, with Michael Giordano Michael Ridge Rialto Theatre Richard Green James Ryan, Jr. SERGEANTS the grandstand located on the present Harry Keen Thomas Ryan The theater, built in 1922, is con- site of the former Lincoln School. Michael Loeffler Roger Sawicki PATROL sidered another Westfield landmark. Football was introduced to Recre- Located at the corner of East Broad Christopher Lowe Edward Silver John J. Geoghegan Terence Gillespie Nicholas Norton ation Field around 1926 (please see Carmen Brocato, Sr. Patrick C. Gray William J. Murphy Street and Central Avenue, it was related story, page 41). Daniel Maglione Anthony Tiller built on property where Westfield’s Located on Rahway Avenue, Kehler DETECTIVES first inn had formerly stood. Stadium continues to be a favorite VOLUNTEER COMPANY Ronald Allen, Juvenile David Wayman, Juvenile Matthew Cassidy The future of the Rialto was spot for high school sports enthusi- Angelo Bencivenga John McCormack James F. McCullough Kevin Keller questionable in the late 1990s, when asts. The popularity and intimacy of Kenneth Bradley Francisco Moya William Moffitt a national retailer was negotiating the stadium – where football and Walter Cohen James C. Pfeiffer PATROL OFFICERS to buy the property. However, a track and field events are held – David Duelks Travis Redd John A. Karpovich Robert F. Bartkus, Jr. Edward T. Belford grass-roots “Save the Rialto” com- reflects the small town feel that many Horace R. Corbin for This Is Westfield mittee was formed in Westfield, seem to relish about Westfield. Richard Garbinski Gregory Ryan Gregory W. Kasko Robert J. McInerney Matthew F. Cassidy The Westfield Y Roy George John Scalzadonna Frank S. Schmitz James J. Stivale Vincent W. Hatala William P. Moffitt Anthony V. Vastano Steven J. Elvin Corrado Germinario Michael Skubish tinctive histories and architecture. The Mark Cierpial Todd Earl Robert Weiss of a bygone era, when cotton-cov- Communication to Rick Jurgens Craig Stever Harold V. Caulfield W. Richard Smialowicz Eric L. Lieberman district and taxpayers seem commit- Karl Kelber Aldo Tammaro ted to preserving and enhancing these ered fire hoses were dried before Christopher Wolfson Barron Chambliss Vincent Piano being returned for storage. Daniel Kelly, Sr. Robert Vastano Edward Maguire Gary G. Moore John Ricerca buildings, rather than tearing them John Cuzzo Robert J. Riley Robert Beaton down and building new structures. The Fire House is now on the Fit Your Lifestyle SECRETARIES Sandra Chambers Gregory Hobson Lisa Perrotta Some of the oldest buildings are National Registry of Historic Places. Ann M. Brown – Headquarters Kevin O’Keefe Jason Rodger Vincent J. Costanzo McKinley Elementary School on First On nice days, with the doors to the Mount Saint Mary Maureen Gabriel Christopher Battiloro Frank Padovano Scott M. Rodger fire house wide open, visitors to the Fire Prevention Bureau Street, on the south side; the former Academy Frank Moya Lincoln School, which now houses downtown can easily see the bright We Carry a Complete Line of the Union County-run Centennial High yellow fire trucks housed inside. Firefighters in the still-paid depart- • Exemplary Private School SPECIAL POLICE School, a facility for students who Cellular Telephones, have been unsuccessful in a tradi- ment have quarters upstairs. The fire • Grades 9-12 Wanted CAPTAIN tional classroom setting, and the Elm house is also often a field trip destina- Pagers and Accessories • Girls/College Prep John N. Morgan Street building where the district’s tion for preschoolers or elementary administrative offices are located. students. During the most recent First • Gifted/Talented Program Reporters to Cover Sports, SERGEANTS Night Westfield celebration, the Fire With Our Huge Selection of Service Plans Anthony Garrigan Paul Wygovsky With the passage of a bond issue in • Varsity Sports Meetings & Events in late 1998, many improvements are Department made the fire house avail- able for karaoke singing. We Always Have The Right Plan • Staffed by Sisters of Mercy • Fanwood OFFICERS being made to the district’s six el- • Mountainside Robert Musacchia Michael Kurdilla Eugene Sisnetsky ementary, two intermediate and one Miller-Cory House To Fit Your Lifestyle high school. Located on Mountain Avenue near Entrance Testing • Union County AUXILIARY POLICE OFFICERS In addition, there has been discus- Christopher Beck Anthony Marvosa Timothy Flynn Alden Avenue, the Miller-Cory House Available for • Scotch Plains sion between the town and district Museum was originally the busy pre- Now in Our 15th Year! Brian Wagner administrators about possible renova- Grades 9, 10 & 11 • Westfield Revolutionary War farm residence of POLICE/FIRE DISPATCHERS tion of the auditorium in the Elm Street several families. The story-and-a-half Vanita Claiborne Roy George Jason Carter administration building in order to clapboard farmhouse with shingled • Part Time create a civic arts hall and a possible roof, brace and beam construction, • Flexible center for community activities. along with nogging-filled walls, is Hours PARKING VIOLATIONS OFFICERS Westfield Fire House No. 1 typical of a New Jersey homestead of Visit Our Complete, On-line Store • Community Barbara Creese Susan Clarke (P/T) Robert Lister (P/T) The Westfield Fire House, centrally the mid-18th century. Involvement located on North Avenue and Pros- The Miller-Cory House Museum’s www.cellsig.com • Days TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS John Arlia Paul Ferry Gregg Schwartz pect Street, was built in 1911. Since history began in 1740 at the time that Evenings then, it has served as headquarters for Samuel Miller married his wife, Sabra. Weekends 1645 Highway 22 at Terrill Road OFFICE STAFF: a paid department, in striking con- Three sections were completed be- 132 East Broad Street • Westfield Call Us at trast to the Olde Towne Volunteer fore Samuel Miller’s death in 1782. Watchung ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY...... Robin Marko Fire Brigade of 1876. The first Chief of The property subsequently came into (908) 789-5302 232-4407 STENOGRAPHER — DETECTIVE BUREAU ...... Debra DiFabio the paid Westfield Fire Department the possession of Joseph Cory in 1784 (908) 757-0108 DATA ENTRY TECHNICIANS...... Frank Tabor and Geraldine O’Keefe was Fred Decker, who held the post and remained in the family until 1921. Mon-Fri 9am to 5:30pm • Thurs until 8pm • Sat 10am to 7:00pm CYAN

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YELLOW BLACK Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad: Historic Neighborhoods

Continued from Page 10 MAGENTA MAGENTA Always Ready to Answer the Call The rectangular, two-story Georgian, It was a common practice in build- characterized by a flat façade, was ing design to add a later addition most often constructed in brick, but from a more modern style period,

REGULAR MEMBERS: later translated into white clapboard. which resulted in many hybrid style BLACK YELLOW The Georgian house most often homes. There are numerous Colonial Donald Amberg Kirk Fleming Lauren Pass had a centralized doorway surrounded Revival homes with much larger Geor- Adam Argona Jeanne Gladis Woozevalt Pierre by symmetrical placement of win- Robert Barrett Vincent Glenn Mary-Alice Pleninger gian additions on the outskirts of the CYAN Ronen Bercovicz George Harbt Samantha Power dows with numerous panes. The Kimball Avenue Historic District. Jim Block Christine Hartigan Todd Quintard multiplication of rooms led to in- By the end of the 18th century, there Michael Brennan Diane Holzmiller Thomas Ryan creased specialization of separate was a gradual shift in architectural style. Carol Carson Diane Jackson Diane Sanchez rooms for sleeping, cooking, dining Between 1780 and 1820, the Federal Jennifer Cocchia Peter Jackson Mary Olive Stone and so forth, not previously seen in style began to replace the classic Geor- Art Cooke Richard Jackson Lorraine Taylor the one-room Colonial cabin. gian with changes in small details as Alex Cornell Karl Kelber Patrick Tighe The Joseph Ball House at 526 well as an increase in overall size. Jacklyn D’Ambrosio Grace Kowalski Joe Urso Wychwood, originally constructed in The Federal style used decorative Jim D’Ambrosio Steve Kowalski Miki Urso Billy Callahan for This Is Westfield 1784, is considered to be a Dutch designs, which were light and graceful HISTORIC PANORAMA...A portion of Kimball Avenue resembles a wintry Brian DeGutis Li-Juan Liu Michael Warren Colonial/Georgian. This house was Dorothy DiComo April McConnaughay Rich Warwick adaptations of Roman forms. Slender village with historic textures. renovated in 1929 after the house was columns on small porches and ellipti- Westfield Rescue Squad Reid Edles Michael Mottley Bill Whalen began to emerge along social class 1999 Edwin Enraca Frank Moya Thomas Witzel moved from Maplewood to the cal fanlight windows or elliptical wood play a combination of design ele- Lynn Feldman Mary Ann Murphy Bettylou Yevich Wychwood area. designs over the front door added a lines, with more affluent, aristocratic ments from several style categories Robyn Feldman Marcella Paraskevas There are numerous examples of touch of gracefulness and refinement families retaining a preference for the added during successive renovations Georgian Revival houses on both to the austerity of the Georgian style. conservative Georgian style and the and there are few examples of homes Kimball and Boulevard. The house at The doorway was also occasionally emergent middle class adopting the that are strictly one style or category. PROBATIONARY MEMBERS: 731 Boulevard adheres in most of its moved to one side of the house more modern Federal style. Some revival homes adhered so Matthew Calderone Carmelo Larracas Saad Shafik stylistic details to the Georgian design creating an asymmetry not seen in These slight architectural changes well to original details, attempting to Valerie Griffeth Kelly Ludwig Donna Simunovic elements of symmetry and shape. earlier Georgian houses. from square to rounded, symmetrical copy earlier styles in every aspect, it Jeff Harris Bridget Murphy Joseph Sirota The Faulkner House at 248 Kimball The house at 8 Kimball Circle is an to asymmetrical and imposing to deli- is difficult to date some homes except Rick Jurgens Christine Reiss Craig Stever Avenue is a Georgian Revival house, example of Federal Revival with char- cate were perceived as representative to the most trained eye. And, because Eric Kayser Lori Ridings Jon Sugarman although significant alterations have acteristic elliptical window and Gre- of the changing social, religious and Colonial, Georgian and Federal styles Vanessa Kober Gladys Rivezzi David Thurston been added to the original façade. cian pillars. The house at 220 Wychwood philosophical attitudes of Americans remained popular from the 18th cen- The houses at 534 Tremont Avenue is an example of a Colonial Revival with from the rigid orthodoxy of our fore- tury up to the present, even trained fathers to the more open-minded The Westfield Volunteer Rescue Squad would like to acknowledge the and 529 Tremont also display the a Federal style addition. architects and historians sometimes contribution of its volunteer dispatchers. Currently, there are over 55 characteristic Georgian Revival design During the latter part of the 18th perspective of later generations. disagree when categorizing older Westfield Rescue Squad elements. The majority of older houses dis- homes. volunteer dispatchers within the Squad. The volunteer dispatcher is century, a division of style preference Continued on Page 50 1954 responsible for the timely and effective dispatch of an ambulance and crew to each and every emergency call.

Westfield Rescue Squad Statistics for 1999

Total Calls: 2,035 Volunteer Hours: 22,638 Transports: Second Call: 265 Overlook Hospital (835), Muhlenberg Third Call: 27 (160), Rahway Hospital (253), Union Hospital (108), St. Barnabas (12), Uni- Lancaster, Ltd. First Call Pager Crew: 186 ALS Interface: 899 versity Hospital (9), JFK (9), Elizabeth Transport with ALS: 568 General West (8), St. Elizabeth (6), Police Dept. Assists: 15 Morristown Memorial (2),Newark Beth Fire Dept. Assists: 6 Israel (1) Mutual Aid Provided: 78 Berkeley Heights (1) Call Type Analysis: Bound Brook (2) Non-Emergency Transport (9), Pre- ENGRAVED WEDDING INVITATIONS Clark (39) Arranged, Transport (30), Special Event Cranford (6) Coverage (7), Fire Stand-By (6), Respira- BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS Fanwood (1) tory (229), Cardiac Pain (202), Cardiac Garwood (11) Arrest (26), Unconscious (79), Motor AND Kenilworth (2) Vehicle Accident (144), Head/Neck In- Mountainside (12) jury (95), Spinal Injury (32), Diabetic SOCIAL STATIONERY Scotch Plains (3) Reaction (45), Burns (7), Special Rescues Summit (1) (3), Seizures (48), Falls (205), Chest Mutual Aid Received: 17 Injury (3), Abdominal Injury (4), General Fanwood (2) Illness/Weakness (235), Suspected CVA/ Garwood (6) Stroke (51), Suspected Fracture (42), Mountainside (2) Shock/Trauma (7), Maternity (12), Sub- 76 ELM STREET Scotch Plains (2) stance Abuse (24), Refused Medical At- Genesis ElderCare 113 tention (1), Psychological (45), Allergic WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY Sunrise Assisted Living 82 Reaction (17), Poisoning (6), Heat/Cold Senior Citizen Housing 98 Related (9), DOA’s (21), Other (339) (908) 232-2232 CYAN

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YELLOW BLACK Westfield Board of Education A Panorama of Westfield School Children:

MAGENTA MAGENTA The names of the elected board members, with their terms of office, are as follow: Learning and Ready for the Future Darielle Walsh, President (1992-2001)

Jefferson Elementary School BLACK

YELLOW Arlene Gardner, Vice President (1996-2002) Wilson Elementary School B. Carol Molnar (1988-2000) * Edison Intermediate School Eileen Satkin (1998-2001) Michael J. Kessler (1997-2000) * CYAN Thomas Taylor (1997-2000) * Annmarie Puleio (1996-2002) William T. Wallace (1999-2002) Anne Riegel (1999-2000) *

* The candidates indicated are running in the school board election. Formal Public Business Meetings: Third Tuesday of each month. READY FOR BOARD BUSINESS...Westfield Board of Education discusses Special Meetings: First Tuesday of each month. agenda items two Tuesday evenings per month at 8 p.m. at the Administra- Meetings begin at 8 p.m., ususally in the tion Building at 302 Elm Street. Pictured, left to right, are: front row, Board Meeting Room at 302 Elm Street. Annmarie Puleio, Board President Darielle Walsh, Board Vice President The public is welcome. Time is allotted for public questions and input. Arlene Gardner, B. Carol Molnar; back row, William Wallace, Eileen Satkin, Further information is available by calling (908) 789-4402. Thomas Taylor, Anne Riegel, Michael Kessler. Marking Dr. Seuss’ birthday in the “Read Across America Celebration,” Westfield Public School Phone Numbers students at Jefferson Elementary School gathered to enjoy stories and poetry E-mail Your Westfield School Board Members read to them by faculty members. Administration Building Darielle Walsh William Wallace 302 Elm Street [email protected] [email protected] (908) 789-4401 Arlene Gardner Eileen Satkin [email protected] [email protected] Dr. William J. Foley Michael Kessler Anne Riegel Edison Intermediate School participated in Spirit Week, an event sponsored by the Superintendent of Schools Student Government. All students and faculty competed against one another in In celebration of Dr. Seuss’ birthday, the first grade class of [email protected] [email protected] (908) 789-4420 several events, earning points. The seventh grade class was the overall winner. Maureen Hunt at Wilson Elementary School in Westfield held B. Carol Molnar Thomas Taylor Pictured, left to right, are eighth grade students from the Student Government a pajama party and dressed for comfort in their pajamas all day. [email protected] Association executive board with their trophies: Treasurer Brian Bigelow, Vice- [email protected] [email protected] President Ali Ryan and President Lauren Steller. Pictured with Miss Hunt, left to right, are: Nicholas Saranov, Annie Pardoe, Christopher Mench and Katie Schaaf. Annmarie Puleio Superintendent Foley Robert Berman [email protected] [email protected] Business Administrator Secretary to the Board of Education (908) 789-4401 ELM STREET ADMINISTRATION BUILDING [email protected] Circa 1922 YOUTH AND FAMILY 302 Elm Street Dr. Janie Edmonds The Elm Street building served in Assistant Superintendent for many capacities prior to housing the COUNSELING SERVICE Curriculum and Instruction Board of Education/School Adminis- (908) 789-4415 tration Offices. The cornerstone was People Helping People [email protected] laid in 1914, and the building opened as a four-year high school in 1916. It An independent family counseling, David M. Tuller later became a three-year high school Director of Human Resources and and continued as the town’s high mental health resource Affirmative Action Officer school until the present one was built Washington Elementary School (908) 789-4428 in 1952 on Dorian Road. It was also Students at Washington Elementary School marked Parent-Child, Teenage, Marital, [email protected] used as an overflow school during the their 100 Adult & Family Problems construction of Roosevelt, Washing- playing games,th day drawingof school pictures this year and by conducting writing poems, mea- Dr. Theodore Kozlik ton, Jefferson and Tamaques Schools. suring experiments. All of the activities were designed Director of Student Personnel Services to teach the concept of “100.” Pictured above, Kevin It served as the Franklin School annex Franklin Elementary School Morris puts the finishing touches on his poem. (908) 789-4442 until 1976 when it became the admin- Tamaques Elementary School [email protected] istration building. Pupils from Franklin Elementary School in Westfield were A third grade class at Tamaques Elementary crafted postcards for visited by Sharon Robinson, the daughter of Hall of Famer children in Polish orphanages and hospitals as part of a program, Jackie Robinson, the first African-American Major League “Kids Care Clubs.” baseball player. 1600 Martine Ave, Scotch Plains Education With a Difference... Office Hours by Appointment (908) 889-1600 • www.unioncatholic.org Since 1953 Tues., Wed., Thurs. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Redeemer Mon. & Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. All Students on Laptop Lutheran Anyone seeking counseling may telephone Computers Day School 233-2042 to discuss an appointment. New Japanese Language Quality Education for the Christian Community All interviews are scheduled as soon as possible. Expanded College Credit Nursery, Kindergarten, Elementary (Grades 1-6) Milt Faith, Executive Director for Classes Extended Care – 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 233 Prospect Street • Westfield, N.J. Strong Academic and Athletic Programs Summer Programs Available Vocal & Instrumental Music Programs 229 Cowperthwaite Place 233-2042 High Academic Standards Opportunities to confidently prepare you for the 21st Century Westfield * a United Fund of Westfield Agency in a strong, diverse, value centered Christian community. 908-232-1592 Concerned, Certified Teachers CYAN

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YELLOW BLACK * Recent * The Glory of Westfield Athletics * Recent * * Glory * * Glory * AA PPotpourriotpourri ofof ClubClub ListingsListings

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OLD GUARD OF WESTFIELD (908) 232-7875 Men’s singing group that performs winter and spring (908) 233-2500; Emergency - Dial 9•1•1 Huge Attraction in Westfield 220 Clark Street, Westfield To help foster, encourage, and promote the im- concerts. A designated Emergency Medical Service for the (908) 233-2700 provement and condition of the veteran and their WESTFIELD/MOUNTAINSIDE CHAPTER town of Westfield. A self-governing, volunteer Fellowship, recreation and community service families. AMERICAN RED CROSS staffed organization separate and apart from Powder Puff football has become an Sophomore girls assemble in the stands for Westfield area retired business and profes- 321 Elm Street, Westfield municipal government. BLACK YELLOW VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA CHAP- and size up their future opponents. Fresh- increasingly huge attraction in Westfield sional men. TER NO. 688 - UNION COUNTY AREA (908) 232-7090 WESTFIELD WEAVERS GUILD over the past four years. Just after the men girls cheer and try to imagine the ORATORIO SINGERS PO Box 1, Westfield [email protected] (908) 654-1540 annual Homecoming Parade which rolls time when they too will be suited up to c/o First United Methodist Church of Westfield (908) 396-1733 A humanitarian organization led by volunteers 715 Dorian Road, Westfield who provide relief to victims of disaster and help A group of hand weavers who have monthly CYAN down Broad Street on Thanksgiving Eve, perform in front of hundreds of scream- 1 East Broad Street, Westfield To help foster, encourage, and promote the im- ing fans. Parents take action pictures of (908) 233-4211 provement of the condition of the Vietnam-era prevent, prepare for and respond to emergen- programs and periodical workshops. hundreds of students flock to Gary Kehler cies. Stadium to observe the junior and senior their daughters and everybody has fun. An ensemble of 80-100 singers which perform veteran and their families. WESTFIELD YOUNG ARTISTS’ COOPERA- girls who dawn their “combat” gear and choral works by various composers. WESTFIELD NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL TIVE THEATRE, INC. (WYACT) VISITING HEALTH SERVICES 127 Cacciola Place, Westfield 656 Westfield Avenue, Westfield prepare for a fun but competitive game of PARKINSON SUPPORT GROUP P.O.Box 846, Westfield (908) 233-2772 (908) 233-3200 flag football. 140 Mountain Avenue, Westfield (908) 233-3113 [email protected] [email protected] Each team is coached by respective (908) 233-3075 Dedicated to providing high quality, compassion- To empower all members, children, youth and A young people’s theater program which pre- male members of the Westfield High [email protected] ate in home health care. adults of the community through quality, educa- sents productions during July and August. To foster the maximum potential for living by School football team. Defensive and of- WESTFIELD “Y” tional and direct hands-on outreach. WOMEN’S CLUB OF WESTFIELD Parkinson people through self-help and social 220 Clark Street, Westfield fensive schemes are drawn up along with contacts. WESTFIELD OPTIMIST CLUB 808 Shackamaxon Drive, Westfield “trick” plays and each team practices for (908) 233-2700 P.O. Box 2213 (908) 233-7160 about two weeks prior to the big event. RAHWAY VALLEY JERSEYAIRES [email protected] (908) 232-9584 [email protected] Pride and one-upmanship play a major c/o First Baptist Church Providing values oriented programs for the entire [email protected] To support charities, education and the intelli- 170 Elm Street, Westfield family including wellness, youth work, daycare and A not-for-profit service club composed of men gent promotion of the best interests of the commu- role in the event; however, they both (908) 925-2629 senior programs. and women who live and/or work in the Westfield nity. SIZING UP THE DEFENSE…Westfield quarterback sizes up Morristown’s defense while he take a back seat to “fun.” All junior and calls the play at Giant’s Stadium on December 5, 1998. [email protected] area. The organization conducts service projects WOMEN FOR WOMEN OF UNION COUNTY senior girls who suit up get their oppor- WESTFIELD ADULT SCHOOL which benefit youth and the community. A chorus which provides and preserves four-part PO Box 550, Westfield 511 North Avenue, Garwood tunity to participate in the action and to harmony barbershop-style singing. (908) 232-4050 WESTFIELD SERVICE LEAGUE (908) 232-5787 have their names announced by the high ROTARY CLUB OF WESTFIELD [email protected] 114 Elmer Street, Westfield Providing community education workshops, sup- Westfield H. S. Football Is No school sports commentators. Quarterback Katy Brunetto - 1999 220 Clark Street, Westfield Continuing Education. (908) 232-1223 port groups, individual counseling for women (908) 233-2700 [email protected] and their families. WESTFIELD AREA CHAPTER OF AARP Provides funds to local volunteer, civic and service [email protected] 25 North Wickom Drive, Westfield ‘Y’ MEN’S CLUB OF WESTFIELD Stranger to Giants Stadium To provide humanitarian service, build good will organizations and dispatchers to the Westfield Rescue 220 Clark Street, Westfield (908) 233-5080 Squad. and peace in the world. To serve, not to be served. (908) 233-2700 Winning has been a tradition with the Westfield High School football team and its WESTFIELD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA [email protected] RUTGERS COOPERATIVE EXTENSION WESTFIELD ART ASSOCIATION 224 East Broad Street, Westfield A group of men who raise money for charitable winning ways has earned the Blue Devils four trips to Giants Stadium since 1977 to 300 North Avenue, East, Westfield PO Box 874, Westfield (908) 232-9400 causes. play in the state sectional title game. In 1977, the Blue Devils demolished Barringer, (908) 654-9854 (908) 232-7058 [email protected] 33-12, to complete an 11-0 season and, most recently in 1998, the Blue Devils [email protected], www.rce.rutgers.edu [email protected] Professional perfoming symphony providing con- returned to compete against Morristown for the title. Additionally, under coach Gary Provide educational programs and services in An organization which fosters an appreciation of certs and an educational outreach program. Complete Listing On-line at Kehler, the Blue Devils had a 48 game winning streak, which happened to be the the areas of family and consumer sciences, agri- fine arts by providing programs, artist demon- culture and resource management. WESTFIELD VOLUNTEER RESCUE SQUAD longest in the state at the time, from 1967-1973. strations and exhibits. 335 Waterson Street, Westfield, www.goleader.com/word SONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION WESTFIELD ARTS COMMISSION 730 Forest Avenue, Westfield 424 St. Marks Avenue, Westfield (908) 654-3946 (908) 233-9094 Dedicated to patriotic, historical and educa- Umbrella organization representing arts organiza- tional objectives to help perpetuate the under- tions of the community. ONSALL CHIROPRACTI standing of American Freedom. WESTFIELD CHAPTER OF HADASSAH AND SPORTS CENTRE SOROPTIMIST CLUB 125 South Florence Avenue, Westfield 107 Quimby Street, Westfield (908) 233-3245 B C (908) 232-0900 Volunteer women’s organization supporting projects A service group for women whose members in the U.S. and Israel. broadly represent the professions, industries and CHECKING OUT FUTURE COMPETITION…Many freshmen and sopho- organizations in the community. WESTFIELD COALITION FOR THE ARTS more girls enjoyed watching the upperclassmen do battle at the Powder Puff (908) 654-1540 We Always Make A Big Game. The sophomores also scouted the juniors, their future competition. TOASTMASTERS OF WESTFIELD 715 Dorian Road, Westfield First Savings Bank [email protected] 206 South Avenue, Fanwood The mission of the group is to act as an advocate for (908) 789-0974 Production of Your the arts in the Westfield public schools. Blue Devil Matt Elmuccio Wins 6th MOC Title [email protected] Helps men and women learn the arts of speaking, WESTFIELD COMMUNITY BAND Westfield High School track distance superstar Matt Elmuccio, who graduated in listening and thinking in a mutually supportive PO Box 2513, Westfield Family’s Portrait. In Pain? 1997, became the only person in the history of New Jersey to win six Meet of and positive learning environment. (908) 233-3265 [email protected] Champion titles after crossing the line to capture first in the 1,600 meters at the Meet UNICO NATIONAL - WESTFIELD CHAPTER A 60-member band of men and women of all ages of Champions held in South Plainfield in June of 1997. Unity, Neighborliness, Integrity, Charity, Oppor- which rehearses once per week. • Choice of Package, Poses, tunity & Background. P.O. Box 11, Westfield WESTFIELD COMMUNITY CENTER Go To (908) 233-6921 558 West Broad Street, Westfield • Award Winning Photographers. S Italian-American service organization based upon (908) 232-4759 To contribute to the full development of individual • Packages Priced To Please. M I the principle of “Service Above Self.” Community www.sportdc.com projects include scholarships, mental health, members, aid those in need, preserve the commu- Same D ay P roofs • Ready in About 1 Week. A X Cooley’s anemia. nity, foster good citizenship, educate and cultivate T self sufficiency, and to advance social well being T UNION COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOP- and stability. T H MENT CORPORATION 1085 Morris Avenue, Suite 531, Union WESTFIELD COMMUNITY PLAYERS MotoPhoto Develops 35mm & APS Film in One Hour! (908) 527-1166 · [email protected] · 1000 North Avenue, West, Westfield E M www.ucedc.com (908) 232-9568 L To help businesses start, grow and expand through [email protected] Join the MotoPhoto Club Plus and Start Saving Today! O A community theater that produces and performs small business loans, technical assistance, help • Old Photo’s Retouched/Restored • Put your photos on CD’s M C theatrical productions throughout the year. with government contracts and research. • Prints Without Negatives in 5 Minutes • Internet Upload U WESTFIELD FOUNDATION UNION COUNTY RAPE CRISIS CENTER • Custom Poster Prints - For Parties & Events • Film, Frames, Albums C T 301 North Avenue, W., P. O. Box 2295, Westfield 300 North Avenue, East, Westfield (908) 233-9787 • Digital Retouching • Passport Photos C I (908) 233-7273 [email protected] William B. Bonsall, D.C., DACBSP I T To meet the needs of sexual assault victims and To promote the betterment of the Westfield community O their families and to educate the public about the and enhancement of quality of life for all of its citizens. Open 7 Days • Portraits By Appointment 425 North Ave. East • Westfield • (908) - 654-9228 L dynamics of sexual assault in order not to toler- E ate this crime. WESTFIELD MEN’S GLEE CLUB 251 North Avenue, West, Westfield Hours: M-W-F 7:30-12 & 3:30-7 • Sat 8:30-Noon PO Box 423, Westfield VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS NO. 11467 (908) 232-7349 Studio (908) 654-3333 • Lab (908) 654-7171 PO Box 2562, Westfield [email protected] CYAN

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Goal: Westfield High School takes the opportunity of a new millennium to YELLOW BLACK ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ recommit itself to its goal of providing students with intellectually challenging learning Accomplishments: McKinley School, with its skilled and caring staff, experiences that take place in a comfortable, safe environment. We take pride in wonderful children and supportive parents, is a magnificent example of a true B B continuing our long tradition of academic rigor in the classroom and constructing our larger community of learning. The McKinley family of staff and parents possess the same school community as a place where our students feel cared about, valued and safe. While mission and vision: to provide our children with a safe, nurturing environment that C we recognize that our primary mission is first and foremost an academic one, we are promotes a life-long love of learning, a feeling of self-esteem, and an understanding C also committed to the goal of keeping our school physically, intellectually and of responsible living. Children who enter McKinley School are loved as well as MAGENTA emotionally safe for our students and ourselves. Through the rigor of our academic and taught. Our staff members and students care for, respect, and trust one another. We MAGENTA D

D extra-curricular programs, we weave the values of a safe community, creating daily truly cherish every child. In McKinley, everyone is treated fairly, morale is high and Doll Houses opportunities in our classrooms, our hallways, our cafeterias, our athletic fields, or just social and academic growth is continuous. E E about any place where learning can happen to strengthen our own connections with students and to build a strong network of connections among students. With the adults F F in our community serving as role models, guides and mentors, we seek to make Westfield High School a place of belonging for all students. Miniatures & Collectibles G BLACK YELLOW G

q q Dr. Robert G. Petix Charles Hansen Unique Gift Items for All Occassions I I Westfield High School McKinley Elementary School CYAN 550 Dorian Road 500 First Street J J (908) 789-4500 (908) 789-4555 [email protected] [email protected] or Creative Child Play Toys for All Ages K Serving the K [email protected] L Westfield Area L Cheryl O’Brien Edison Intermediate School Ken Shulack Z Z 800 Rahway Avenue Roosevelt Intermediate School SPRING MULCH SPECIAL (908) 789-4470 X X 301 Clark Street [email protected] Y • Landscape Design (908) 789-4560 Y Goal: Our philosophy here at Edison Intermediate School reflects the Mission of the [email protected] Westfield School District and its emphasis on family, school and community cooperation. T • Railroad Ties / Patios T Our goal is to prepare our students to achieve excellence and to become responsible citizens Accomplishments: Roosevelt School opened its doors to Westfield students in 1926 and has had a R through the implementation of a rich and rigorous program. Our focus is on providing tradition of academic excellence ever since. Currently, Roosevelt offers to its 633 students (grades 6-8) a R • Spring Cleanups R opportunities for students to experience a state-of-the-art program incorporating extensive program that is developmentally responsible, academically rigorous, and supportive. The Mission Statement E use of technology and hands-on activities. of our district is clear that we focus on involving our community for support and continue providing a rigorous Little • Pest Management E academic program for our students. Our students are hard working, take their academic responsibilities W seriously, and consistently have scored at or near the top on standardized testing. Our staff is extremely W • FREE Estimates W dedicated; and works hard at implementing our Mission Statement and meeting the individual needs of all O our students. In addition, Roosevelt offers a rich array of co-curricular activities, including student council, • FREE Soil Analysis O Peer Leadership, Yearbook, Jazz Band, Sharps & Flats, International Club and many others. As we enter the new millennium, the Roosevelt community is committed to maintaining our record of academic excellence Treasures P P in a caring, nurturing and age-appropriate environment for our middle school students. L L (908) 654-1315 K 908-654-5296 K Dr. Margaret Dolan H 120 East Broad Street • Westfield 908-654-LAWN H Franklin Elementary School ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ 700 Prospect Street Westfield Principals: www.LittleTreasuresLLC.com (908) 789-4590 [email protected] Accomplishments: For 60 years, Franklin School has prepared children to be eager readers, Working to Improve Our Westfield Oral Surgery writers, mathematicians and learners. In music and art classes, the students have been looking back at the decades of the 20th century. The parents and teachers have been looking forward Children’s Future Associates, P.C. to the September 2000 opening of an addition that will serve children for the next six decades. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons Philip R. Geron, D.M.D., F.A.A.O.M.S. N.J. Specialty Permit # 3102 Joseph Malagna Dr. Jorden Schiff Repairs • Sales • Service Washington Elementary School Jefferson Elementary School Mendel I. Markowitz, D.D.S., D.A.B.O.M.S. 1200 Boulevard N.J. Specialty Permit # 3778 900 St. Marks Avenue – Since 1945 – (908) 789-4600 (908) 789-4490 [email protected] [email protected] Morton Seligman, D.D.S., D.A.B.O.M.S. Goal: At Washington School, we strive to provide a school environment that encourages and N.J. Specialty Permit # 2450 Accomplishments: Community involvement is a key to our success at Jefferson School. supports excellence in learning with students, teachers, support staff and community members. To date, over 190 parents have participated in some form of service to our school. From Central Air Conditioning Education should encourage children to develop to their fullest potential according to their own volunteering to serve as computer helpers in the kindergarten to organizing our cultural arts individual abilities. Our students are of primary importance, respecting each child as an activities, the parents’ active support is an inspiration. Annual themes build a strong sense • Dental Extractions ~ Implants • individual, instilling a love of learning, and a desire for knowledge and understanding. It is of school spirit. This year’s theme is: “Remembering the Past...Imagining the Future.” Each important for children to have respect for themselves, others and our environment. Our aim is grade level is assigned a particular century to research. “Gifts of the Millennium” and samples Gas Heating to help each child reach his or her optimum potential and function as an adult who will abide of Romanesque architecture have decorated our hallways and bulletin boards. by the rules of good citizenship at home, school and in the community. All of these ingredients • T.M.J. ~ Headaches • make Washington School an outstanding institution for learning and a “Great Place to Grow.” Energy Saving Thermostats • Cosmetic Jaw ~ Facial Reconstruction • Electronic Air Cleaners • Snoring ~ Sleep Apnea • Humidifiers Dr. Andrew Perry Michael J. Cullen Wilson Elementary School • Oral Medicine ~ Pathology • Tamaques Elementary School 301 Linden Avenue 641 Willow Grove Road (908) 789-4605 (908) 789-4580 [email protected] Fast Service 320 Lenox Avenue (908) [email protected] Goal: Each classroom will have high-speed access to the Internet. Our success with Accomplishments: This has been an exciting year at Tamaques School. Teachers at every technology grants will be a boost, as will the district initiative to add high quality hardware grade level have received training in use of technology to enhance classroom instruction. and software throughout the grades. The purchase of sound field systems by our PTA will 908•232•5070 Westfield 233-8088 Currently, teachers are piloting new software packages and learning ways to use the Internet enhance instruction. Monthly themes and common school-wide activities will continue to help as an instructional too. Our PTO has donated several computers in support of our efforts. youngsters develop self-confidence, thereby improving work habits and social attitudes. CYAN

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BLACK supported by richly carved brackets. nated as part of the historical district marred, modernized or demolished tion is considered a “landmark,” while Second empire was a dominant style because they are relatively recent by being placed on these registries. an entire neighborhood, becomes an Historic Neighborhoods for homes constructed between 1860 constructions, these castle-like man- The criteria for designation are com- “historic district.” and 1880 with some construction ors incorporate facsimiles of ancient plex and the process lengthy, but Westfield has a historic preserva-

Continued from Page 43 continuing into the 1880’s. design elements used in medieval affords the property owners with cer- tion commission that determines MAGENTA MAGENTA During the early part of the 19th thick, conspicuous pillars flank the were built in America between 1840 bination of architectural detail. It was considered a very modern Gothic castles and European cha- tain benefits, such as increasing the which properties and neighborhoods century, the next stylistic architec- porch. The earlier Greek Revivals and 1870. Italian architects also contributed to style and imitated the latest French teaus. value of the home. are eligible for municipal historic tural style to sweep the nation was were cast in stucco, but later ex- Sometimes called the pointed style, the evolution of building designs in building fashion during the reign of Numerous examples of English On the down side of designation is designation. Greek Revival also called Grecian amples were wood facades usually Gothic was characterized by austere, America, which gave rise to several Napoleon III (France’s Second Em- Tudors can be found in the neighbor- a rise in taxes as well as value, which Currently, there is only one offi- pire) from which the style takes one hood surrounding the Kimball Av- new owners may not desire. cially designated historic district in BLACK YELLOW

architec- painted pointed arches resembling church variations of Italian Renaissance ture. The white. steeples and by the use of features palazzos. The Romano-Tuscan, of its names. The boxy roof-line was enue Historic District as well as inter- The other type of protection af- Westfield, and that is located along wide ac- Forsuch as flying buttresses and orna- Italiante or Italian Villa style, as it was also named after the 17th century spersed throughout Westfield. Both forded historic homes is by municipal Kimball Avenue between Lawrence French architect, François Man- 921 and 940 Kimball Avenue historic designation or ordinance, Avenue and Elm Street. CYAN ceptance much of mental gables. The Gothic style was sometimes called, was the dominant of this the mid- most often considered more suitable style in the late 1800’s and was popu- sard. are considered to be Tudor- which is different in each town. Local The Boulevard neighborhood has style is evi- 19th cen- for churches, but many homes also larized by the pattern books of Archi- The Marsh Arnold eclectic style. historic preservation ordinances es- not been officially designated an his- denced by tury, the adopted this medieval design. tect, Andrew Jackson Downing. House at 538 Lawrence An interesting example tablish standards and guidelines for toric district, but a Boulevard Associa- the many Greek re- The two most popular styles to Italiante is considered to be a sub-set Avenue exhibits the clas- of an American English proper maintenance and repair of tion of residents from this area is thousands vival style evolve out of the Gothic movement, of Victorian architecture. sical Mansard roof design. Tudor is the stone house privately owned structures. considering future designation as a of towns dominated the Victorian and the Queen-Anne The most prominent feature of the There are numerous at 120 Wychwood Avenue A single home receiving designa- possibility. that residential were characterized by surface variety Italiante style was the occurrence of other categories of archi- at the corner of East Broad adopted and public of the façade, with few Victorian large, paired eave brackets under a tectural styles such as Medi- Street also called the South this style architec- homes being exactly alike. Richly low-hipped roof, which prompted terranean Revival, Vernacular Gate House. Using a combina- for gov- ture. It was carved decorative trim, numerous 2nd the name American Bracketed Villa. style or Plan Book Houses, each one tion of indigenous stones, clay, stucco ernment so popular floor balconies, imposing towers and The façade of the Italiante and the a unique combination of custom de- and tiles, this stately manor has a Italian Villa was traditionally cast in sign features dictated to the builders distinctly American flair. buildings, Kimball Avenue Home it became encircling verandas imbued this style which re- known as with a story-book quality of fantasy stucco and the porch was frequently by the original owners. These styles Preserving the beauty of these his- sembled Classic Greek temples. The the National Style. and romance. moved off to the side of the house. can be found scattered throughout torical homes is a complex issue. Granite columns topped with Doric, Some interesting examples of the The Queen Anne, based mainly on The Italian Villa occasionally had a many neighborhoods in Westfield. Local ordinances must attempt to Ionic or Corinthian capitals and stone Grecian influence can be found along a revival of Elizabethan designs, was large, square central tower, but only Another era of revivals popular balance local property owner’s rights pillar bases can be found not only on Dudley and Prospect Avenues on the also noted for incorporating stylistic about 15 percent of the Italiante houses during the later part of the 19th with the rights of the community to numerous home porches, but also at many Corinthian and Ionic capitals of elements from several cultures, in- had this tower design. century were American versions of maintain its historical integrity and many libraries, post offices and town pillars flanking Victorian porches. cluding Greek, Roman, English, The home at 215 Dudley exhibits English cottages, Tudor manors, heritage. halls. By the mid-19th century, Greek French and German architectural the central, square tower design pat- French chateaus and palaces. There are three types of historic Greek Revival deviated drastically Revival waned as Americans devel- design elements. This style was also terned after the Italian campanile, Some very elaborate examples of designation that can protect a prop- in many respects from earlier archi- oped a lasting fascination for the called Neo-Jacobean. with traditional side porch and stucco these can be found at the edge of the erty. tectural traditions. The roof slopes romantic style of Gothic architecture. The Kimball Avenue and Boulevard façade. Kimball Avenue Historic District on State or National historic designa- horizontally rather than vertically and Most American Gothic Revival houses Historic Districts display a rich tapes- The house at 417 Prospect Street is Kimball Circle. Although not desig- tion protects a home from being try of Gothic and Victorian variations. considered Italiante-Vernacular. 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[email protected] MAGENTA ALL SAINTS’ EPISCOPAL CHURCH THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST COMMUNITY PRESBYTERIAN FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Reverend Monsignor James A. Burke MAGENTA 559 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS CHURCH United Church of Christ (908) 322-8047 1781 Raritan Road, Scotch Plains Deer Path & Meeting House Lane, 125 Elmer Street, Westfield ST. JOHN’S BAPTIST CHURCH Reverend Robert Griffiths (908) 889-5556 Mountainside (908) 233-2494 2387 Morse Avenue, Scotch Plains Bishop Kirk Bristol (908) 232-9490 [email protected] (908) 232-6972 BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH [email protected] Reverend Harry Taylor BLACK

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LePoidevin for This Is Westfield Jeff Harris (908) 233-4211 Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church [email protected] Cheri Rogosky for This Is Westfield SCOTCH PLAINS BAPTIST CHURCH EVANGEL CHURCH Reverend David F. Harwood 333 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains TEMPLE BETH O’R/BETH TORAH TERRILL ROAD BIBLE CHAPEL 1251 Terrill Road, Scotch Plains Saint Luke’s African Methodist (908) 322-5487 Episcopal Zion Church 111 Valley Road, Clark 535 Terrill Road, Fanwood (908) 322-9300 GRACE ORTHODOX PRESBYTERIAN Reverend Gary Rothwell [email protected] CHURCH (732) 381-8403 (908) 322-4055 Reverend Kevin M. Brennan 1100 Boulevard, Westfield REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH Rabbi Shawn B. Zell (908) 233-3938 or (908) 232-4403 229 Cowperthwaite Place, Westfield WILLOW GROVE FANWOOD PRESBYTERIAN [email protected] (908) 232-1517 TEMPLE EMANU-EL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH CHURCH Reverend Stanford M. Sutton, Jr. [email protected] 756 East Broad Street, Westfield 1961 Raritan Road, Scotch Plains Martine Ave & La Grande Ave, Reverend Paul E. Kritsch (908) 232-6770 (908) 232-5678 Fanwood HOLY TRINITY GREEK ORTHODOX Rabbi Charles A. Kroloff [email protected] (908) 889-8891 CHURCH ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE [email protected] Reverend Kenneth G. Hetzel Reverend Robert T. Snell 250 Gallows Hill Road, Westfield ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH (908) 233-8533 2032 Westfield Avenue, Scotch TERRILL ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH WOODSIDE CHAPEL THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH [email protected] Plains 1340 Terrill Road, Scotch Plains 5 Morse Avenue, Fanwood 170 Elm Street, Westfield Reverend Dimitrios Antokas (908) 322-5192 (908) 322-7151 (908) 889-2375 Ingrid McKinley for This Is Westfield First Methodist Church (908) 233-2278 Reverend Michael A. Merlucci Ingrid McKinley for This Is Westfield Michael C. Seaman [email protected] [email protected] HOLY TRINITY ROMAN CATHOLIC If you have a: Dr. Robert L. Harvey CHURCH WELCOME TO A Westfield Avenue & First Street, First United Methodist Church of Westfield ✓spiritual longing Westfield (908) 232-8137 DIFFERENT KIND OF CHURCH ... One East Broad Street ✓need for community [email protected] (across for the monument) Reverend Joseph Masielio parking lot accessible from Ferris Place off Prospect Street. ✓desire to help others, irst Congregational Church Check us out! IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY FF ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH a member of the United Church of Christ www.fumcwestfield.org 1571 South Martine Ave., Scotch Plains Thoughtful A friendly, Christ-centered faith community. (908) 889-2100 a tolerant faith committed to intellectual honesty and inquiry Dynamic Preaching & Inspiring Music, 10:30 a.m. Sundays Reverend John F. Kennedy (10 a.m. July-August) Accepting METROPOLITAN BAPTIST CHURCH Quality programs for children, youth, & adults. 823 Jerusalem Road, Scotch Plains a community in which differing beliefs are valued and respected (908) 233-2855 Progressive Reverend Clement Griffin The First Baptist Church continuing a long history of relating faith to human rights MOUNTAINSIDE CHAPEL Authentic 1180 Spruce Drive, Mountainside (908) 232-3456 celebrating the freedom of real people to be themselves [email protected] Reverend Dr. Gregory Hagg Congregational a church governed by its members, democratically Cheri Rogosky for This Is Westfield OUR LADY OF LOURDES RC Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church CHURCH Christian 300 Central Avenue, Mountainside blending Protestant tradition with fresh perspective FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, (908) 232-1162 SCIENTIST [email protected] 257 Midway Avenue, Fanwood At First Congregational Church, you are invited to explore faith and Reverend Patrick J. Leonard church membership at your own pace. A warm welcome awaits you! (908) 322-8461 Join us for worship service and church school, Sundays at 10 a.m. We’re Here for You! THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, IN WESTFIELD 125 Elmer Street, Westfield, New Jersey 07090 SCIENTIST 140 Mountain Avenue Simply call us at (908) 233-2278, or visit us in person at 170 Elm Street, Westfield 422 East Broad Street, Westfield or via the web at www.fbcwestfield.org (908) 233-0301 For further information please call (908) 233-2494 (908) 233-5029 [email protected] or visit www.westfieldnj.com/fcc Visit a ministry of our church at www.edevotions.org [email protected] Reverend Dr. William Ross Forbes CYAN

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