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USPS mtiti Published YEAR rins Postage Paid al Wrstfidd. NJ. Thursday, November 17,1994 Every Thunda> 232-4407 FORTY CENTS VACANCY TO BE FILLED ON NOVEMBER 22 Robert H. Flast Resigns From School Board Tuesday, Had Served for 10 Months Board Receives Audit Reports of 1993-1994 School Year Under New Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures
By KI.I.KN KADIN istration, some under instruction. This liabilities, equity and other credits, are S/muillv n;mrn/nr V« Wr.MfirhlLnulrr affccled the districts' calculation of per broken down by fund types include gov- The 1993-1994 annual audit of the pupil spending. ernmental fund lypes — into general, Weslfield school district, which was said The audit, more properly called the special revenue and debt service — pro- to show the district to be in good financial Comprehcnsi ve Annual Financial Repon, prietary fund types, and fiduciary fund health, was accepted by the Board ot* was the first under new state rules requir- types. Account groups are also shown. [iduciition al its regular meeting on No- ing the generally accepted new account- Hoard Vice President Mrs. Susan vember 15. The board also announced ing principles. Under (hem, double line Jacobs™ said lhal was "one of (he mott I hat member Robert H. Flast had resigned entries showing accounts payable and ]••!•{• MEMORY...FIrsl Ward Councilman, Norman N. Greco, at left, and Town Historian Ralph II. Junes hold comprehensive" ever done for the district M rs(rtcl s| ns fhal arl for "personal reasons;" the vacancy will receivable, and projected income and and lhat Ihe board was "very pleased." .vi ? R ' »«?inB named after World War I veterans Private llminrd I. fauiliild and SerRcanl be Illlcd al a special board meeting on encumbrances, must be used. Payments Board member William J. Sweeney Winter I). Reest during the town's Veterans Day ohsirrame at the World War I Mmniiiu'iit. I'uiiluna Olive Hill he November 22. to the district arc shown once such pay- cautioned that the report should be viewed renamed Cauefield Place and Millhaven Road will become Reese Place. Parlk-ipalitiK in the i-et emony were members of Mr. Flast, along wilh Peter G. 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I sincerely hope this painting mill stir the music of emotions that voices that magic harmony between 12 North Avenue West • Cranford, NJ 07016 Americans everywhere." 908-276-6718 Published by AMCAL Fine Art ©1994 Charies Wysocki 474 North Ave., East ACC ACCREDITED GEM LAB ^'Xp >; CEK1IFIEDCEMOLOCIST APPRAISER SMALL TOWN CHRISTMAS Westfield, NJ. Ellen R. Ramer, C.G.A. *""""* Cina L. Vicci, C.G.A. by Charles Wysocki Image Size: 16" x 23-7/8" 908-233-3108 Jewelry Appraisals lor Insurance and Estate Purposes Offering an Exclusive Collection Open Monday Through Saturday 9:45 - 5:30 * Thursday 9:45 • 8:30 Print Size: 19-1/2" x 26-7/8" of Original Oils, Watercolort, Bronzes Signed and Numbered; $145 and Limited Editions by Famous Artists .NOW IN OUR 50™YEAR Thursday, November 17,1994 Page 3 Pro-Life Advocates Seek Removal of Buffer Zone Pro-life groups urged the state Su- been broken by the protesters. He preme Court in a hearing last week to said the picketers did not block the lift a restriction banning protesters couple's driveway nor did they tres- within 300 feet of the home of a pass. Westfield doctor who performs abor- He said the activities were "peace- tions. The court had put forward the ful" and "reasonable." restriction in aruling earlier this year. The attorney said, when pressed by Chief Justice Robert N. Wilentz Judge Wilentz, that he felt allowing did not give a time on a when a I(X) people to inarch would be rea- decision could be forthcoming. sonable. He said, however, he did not The request by the pro-life advo- think any buffer zone would be rea- cates comes as a result of the recent sonable. The Mandels' attorney was United States Supreme Court deci- quoted as saying the restrictions sion to turn the case back to the state's should be left in place because the high court. The nation's highest court picketing had made the couple, "pris- said the state court should review its oners in their own house." Sixty protesters began picketing TICKET RECIPIENTS...The Junior League of Elizabelh-Piainfieid received earlier ruling in relation to whether it 100 tickets from the Westfield Symphony Friends for the Saturday, December imposes on the First Amendment outside Dr. Murray's home in 1991 3 concert, "Simple Gifts: A Concert for Children and Families." The league is rights of the protesters. just days alter a bomb treat was re- able to invite children and their families to the concert who would not otherwise An attorney for Dr. and Mrs. Elrick ceived at a Howell Clinic and follow- he able to attend. Pictured, left to right, are: Mrs. Catherine Barnes, Mrs. Murray told the court the restraints ing the torching of a Woodbridge Suzanne Lahetta, Mrs. Epie Bctancourt, President of Westfield Symphony were appropriate. clinic. Friends; Mrs. Julie Alien and Mrs. Mary Gradolpli. The couple went to court and ob- A GLOBAL VIEW. The World Garni came to Park Middle School in Scotch The attorney for the pro-life dem- Plains on November 3. The eighth-graden participated in a simulation work- onstrators said the 300-foot restric- tained an injunction against the pro- shop where the students played out the roiei of world region! and International tion should be removed since there is testers. The state Supreme Court up- Junior League to Distribute organizations. The world garnet were played on a gynuutlum-rized map of the no evidence of that any laws have held the lower court's ruling in April. world. Students were divided into regional leaim that represented world humanity. They were given the task of meeting food, energy and educational Children's Concert Tickets needs for "their people." Other student! represented important International organizations. Still others played the role of the international press corps. Town Woman's Club Members The Junior League of Elizabeth- teenage mothers in school while pro- Together they examined Issues of population growth, food production, literacy, Plainfield is the recipient of 100 West- viding a safe and caring environment environmental problems, health concerns, human righto, cultural issues and field Symphony Orehestratickets for for their children; and the Done-In- economic factors that shape the world today. Attend State Convention the Saturday, December 3 concert, A-Day Committee, which special- The New Jersey State Federation out the state will vote in November "Simple Gifts: A Concert for Chil- izes in accomplishing various short- of Women's Clubs 1994 Fall Confer- on which charity will be the special dren and Families." Because of the term projects and is arranging for the Park and Terrill Students ence took place recently at the Clarion state project for 1994-1996. donation by the Westfield Symphony children and their families to attend Hotel in Mount Laurel. In attendance The Woman's Club of Westfield is Friends, the volunteer arm of the the concert. were Mrs. Grace S. West, President, a member of the General Federation Westfield Symphony Orchestra, the The concerts are from 2 to 3 and Take Charge of the World and six board members of the of Women's Clubs, the world's oldest League is able to invite children and 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Westfield High Woman's Club of Westfield, Mrs. and largest volunteer organization for their families who would not other- School. Tickets are now on sale at Eighth-grade students at Park and relations and conflict, economics, Nina Foley, Mrs. Sally Brown, Mrs. women with more that 20,(X)0 mem- wise be able to attend. Westfield Symphony Ticket outlets Terrill Middle Schools in Scotch current events, geography, environ- Juanita Shacklett, Mrs. Marjorie bers in New Jersey. For the past several years, the or can be ordered by telephone from Plains took charge of the world and mental and healthissues.demograph- Wieseman, Mrs. Dee Robinson and Membership is open to women of league's volunteer efforts have fo- the Westfield Symphony office at 232- literally planted their stockinged feet ics and cultural diversity must all be Mrs. Nita McHugh. cused on the needs of children in the 9400. The cost is $6 for children on (he "Big Map." They engaged in weighed and juggled. They found all ages. Some 450 representatives from community. Current projects include under 18 and $10 for adults. "The World Game," a creative alter- that their every decision had conse- the St. Claire's home for children in The concert is presented by the native to war games conceived by quences - sometimes good, some- clubs all over the state gathered to- getherforeducational workshops and Elizabeth, a residential facility for Westfield Symphony F'riends and is architect and philanthropist R. times bad and sometimes both. Weavers Guild to Hold children wilh AIDS; Plainfield Teen made possible by a generous dona- Buckminster Fuller. networking. Supervisor of Social Studies, Theevent was organized by a com- Parenting Program, which helps keep tion from Paine Webber. As "leaders of the planet," the stu- Manuel Cancella, and social studies Sale November 18,19 mittee chaired by Mrs. Gail Shast of The Eighth Annual Westfield dents assumed all of the world's prop- teachers, Leonard Danduone, Joseph Winonah and was presided over by llojir i- a Milking erty — its money, natural resources Filep, Ronald MacKenzie and Mrs. Weavers Guild Show and Sale will be Vincent C. Chen —Alislollc State President, Mrs. Dorothy Lowe held at 715 Dorian Road, Westfield, and food supplies — and all of the Virginia Mennuti, spent two weeks Greene, of Runnemede. world's problems, such as disease prior to "The World Game" orienting on Friday, November 18, from 10 Heads Organization and power struggles. the eighth graders to the roles that: During the morning session, work- a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturday, No- For Asian Students Building Appeals shops were presented by state board vember 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It was the students' responsibility they would assume. Teachers will be Vincent C. Chen, a senior at Vassar doing follow-up activities through- members focusing on membership, "We are again featuring our Meeting November 22 to channel these assets and deficien- community service, education, con- College from Westfield, has been The Union County Construction cies in proper and cooperative ways out the remainder of the year with* Children's Table that was sucha suc- named President of the Asian Stu- students to promote their understand- servation, the arts and public affairs. cess last year, so bring the kids for Board of Appeals will be to hold a so as "to make the world work for 100 Speakers from the American Can- dents Alliance. The son of Dr. John special meeting, Tuesday, Novem- per cent of humanity." ing of and actions toward preserva- their Christmas shopping. Of course, And Mrs. Chen, he is a graduate of cer Society, Feel the S mi le of a Ch ild, ber 22 at 7 p.m. in the first floor Each partnership of students repre- tion of endangered animals and pres- there will be the usual beautiful The Wardlaw-Hartridge School in ervation of open space, two objec- Make a Wish Foundation and the handwoven, handknit and handspun conference room of the county sented a country or region of the Edison. Superintendent of Schools Build- world or an international organiza- tives of the game. New Jersey Special Olympics sparked items, plus other goodies too numer- ous to mention," a spokesman said. The group is devoted to serving the ing located at 300 North Avenue tion. Food, energy, money and tech- "The World Game" has been played the afternoon session. Clubs through- needs and concerns of Asian students. East in Westfield. nology were distributed to each group uses the world's largest and most Members of the guild will be on It is intended to be a support group as by the Diplomatic Corps and the hand to answerquestions and explain The purpose of the meeting will according to real world statistics. United States Congress in Washing- accurate map of Earth, which encom- well as an organization to promote be for construction appeals hear- Class players interacted and engaged the workings of the guild. For more campus-wide awareness of Asian is- ton D. C. and by representatives to passes nearly the size of a basketball information, please call 654-1540. ings. in trading, creative problem-solving the United Nations in New York. court. sues and concerns. and strategy planning to meet basic Motorola, Dupont, American Ex- human needs and to find solutions to press, CompuServ, Chase Manhattan regional and global challenges. Bank and other corporations have Muhlenberg. 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Nnnif AiMn» Park Avenue & Randolph Road Plainfield, N] 07061 ['honrlnptiannli. t.-TVCSl OI994 SHREWSBURY 908-53 0-CO33 • FIDGEW0OD 201 -652-2100 • SUMMIT 906-277-1777 • CALDWEU. 201 -228.3700 WESTnEUlU 'All for One and One for All' Is THK A Very Poor School Board Standard rest your < in any detriment to education; some November 3 i nue and alio the comment! schools do this without any adverse im- The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfidd and the County of Union K>& JOHNMCOUSON — Established 1890 — of Board Membera.ThomaiMadaniand pact. Member of Ihe New Jersey Press Association • Member of Ihe National Newspaper Association • Robert K. Flait, explaining their qualms Both board members have stated they Second Class Postage Paid al Westfield. New Jersey about the joinder of a $6 million bond were constrained from giving their full iMue and a $1.6 million bond iitue into a comments because of a board resolution Don't Mull Over single choice.a'tafceit or letveit" choice. which bound all board member* to not THE TIMES This referendum should not be cut in actively state their reasons or undercut This Word While Official Newspaper of the Township of Scotch Plains and the Borough of Fanw terms of whether the voter it for or against Ihe decision of the full board. Such a — Established 1959 — the education of our youth. I know of no resolution undercuts not the board but the Sipping on Wine one who is against providing quality edu- citizens of Westfield. Second Class Pottage Paid at Scotch Plains. New Jersey Mull — 1. To ponder, study or to cation. The issue should be whether this The board is not a club and cannot hide ruminate. 2. To enhance wine, ale, or recommendation of Ihe board majority is behind a slogan "all for one and one for THE LEADER THE TIMES SUBSCRIPTIONS wiie and fiscally necessary. all" like the musketeers; each member cider by heating, sweetening and fla- P.O. Box 25« P.O. Box 3*8 f l*.a» a Year hi Cwaty Your editorial wisely point* to the fact was elected as an individual lo serve the voring it with spices. 3. To make a 50 Elm Street, Westfltld, N.J. «7«91 Scotch Plains, N J. V7V7« $M.«* a Year OM «f Cwaty that the board's own consultant has noted public and lo give their best advice lo mess or failure of some endeavor. 232-4407 232-4407 S14.W CaHeae SiihtfriaHaa that the rise in the student population those who elected them. Instead we are Have you ever mulled over the which is predicted will be a temporary now asked to vote on a significant mon- source of the word mull while sip- etary issue without the informed judg- Mrs. Kathleen G. Norman Mrs. Katheria* E. Bauer increase. The ordinary citizen, before ping mulled wine or ale? This is not a Kurt C. Bauer spending Iheir own money, would first ment of those we elected; their tongues PUBLISHED HOVCKTISINC MMACEI ASSOCIATE PUtUSHUt are tied precisely when we most need mulltiple choice question and you try to find a solution. Your attempt lo find should, therefore, not spend too much other space is one such attempt. Another them — a very clever resolution but a Paul J. Peyton Michael J. PetrUno, 3rd very undemocratic one. time mulling it over. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT might be lo ascertain whether the other 27 MANAGING SDTTOR classrooms (you staled that 87 of 114 Such a resolution is outrageous and The three mull definitions above, CameioMoBtalbMO classrooms were used for instruction, leav- cannot help achieve an intelligent deci- although quite different, can be traced Jeffrey L. Bauer Mrs. Joanna Marsh to a single word. In 15th century DIRECTOR OF SALES ADVERTISING SALES COMPIXOLLEI AMD nJIUSHU ing 27 unaccounted for) could not be sion, although it might well help those freed for this temporary need. with their own agenda. England, mull meant to grind to pow- Another might well be lo temporarily Thomas E.WaMi der or to pulverize. Mull is closely increase class size which need not result WestfleU related to mill, which is derived from Voucher System Should Be Pursued the Latin word molere, meaning to If Residents Oppose Proposed ShopRite grind. Mull is also a cognate of the Dutch word mul, meaning loose earth. Over Objections of Teachers Union Then Should It Be Officially Denied? The modern idiomatic sense of to scholastic ability in an environment which is conducive ponder can be traced to the process of A plan proposed by the Governor, Mrs. Christine While oountlesi letter, have already in Clark. Todd Whitman, and supported by former Westfield to learning. inspecting earth by sifting it. been written on Ihe topic of the proposed • Why haven't Ihe residents of West- The Oxford English Dictionary resident and current Jersey City Mayor Brett Schundler, Mayor Schundler has pointed out the Jersey City North Avenue ShopRile, 1 fee! compelled field been polled to determine whether or for a pilot school voucher system in that city is a good school system, which has been run by the state Depart- conjectures that mull's grinding sense, to add another. not they desire such a facility? If the a process that softens rock, was trans- idea that should be supported. Instead, it has been met ment of Education since 1989, receives over $70 mil- In the interim of full disclosure, let majority of Westfield residents oppose by a lobbying effort on behalf of the New Jersey lion in state aid a year. He said the money still has not me state at the outset that I am nether a ihe plan, it should be dropped: End of ferred to the process of mulling wine Education Association to squelch the plan before it gets produced results. lawyer nor a construction engineer, I am, argument. or ale because such drinks are ren- off the ground. We agree with the mayor's assertion that good schools however, a resident of the north side of Further, let me clarify a few things for dered softer, or less harsh, in the Weslfield and feel obliged to voice my the opportunists arguing in favor of this process. The mess sense of mull is The voucher plan makes a lot of sense because it gives should not be a luxury but a constitutional right of all opposition lo ihe ridiculous proposal to misguided undertaking. This is ourtown. derived from the fact that the mulling poorer parents a choice of where to send their children school-aged children whether rich or poor. Apparently, construct a Shopftiu supermarket on We pay the taxes that keep the town to school. Why should tax-paying citizens be forced, the teacher's union is comfortable with the low gradu- or pulverizing action that granulates North Avenue. running. We elect the officials who are stone is really messy. due to a lack of sufficient income, to send their children ation numbers in our city schools. Maybe they want to To the supporters of this misguided entrusted with the responsibility of pro- to their community's public school system? This ques- pump even more money into the Newark system which venture, I strongly suggest that you ap- tecting the interests of the voters. tion is even more a concern in our cities where the was shown this year to be in a state of total disrepair peal to an arts that you have thus far The very notion that the residents of Thanks Voters percentage of students graduating and scores on stan- physically and educationally. managed to exclude from your delibera- Westfield could be railroaded into this dardized tests are embarrassing. The public school system, contrary to what the teach- tions. The area to which I am referring is reckless endeavor solely on the basis of For Their Support New Jersey's teachers' union happens to be the} second ers' union seems to be indicating, was not part of this called common sense. zoning technicalities is beyond ludicrous. I want lo express my appreciation for The purpose of zoning laws is to enhance largest and most powerful group in the nation. Only nation or its Constitution when this country was founded. Now let's look at some common sense your vote of confidence and support for issuei and ask these common seme ques- Ihe quality of life, not undermine it. California has a larger union. Yet, from what we have In fact, New Jersey was one of the last slates in the late me at Ihe polls on November 8. tions; I can't help wondering who really read in the union's own magazine, NJEA Review, you 19th century to adopt a public school system. Indeed, As your councilwoman, I will be re- • Thedeclineinthequtlityoflifeand stands to profit from the construction of sponsive lo your concerns and act lo would think that parochial and other private school churches used to be i n the vanguard of founding schools. Ihe resulting fall i n property values due to the North Avenue ShopRite — certainly quickly resolve them. Your opinions are systems were teaching about the overturning of Ihe In a press release from the teachers' association, the additional noiie and traffic conges- not the residenu of Weslfield. Should the important lo me, so please call me at 654- United States government, rather than simply trying to officials claim there is no scientific data suggesting lion is simply not acceptable. I wonder planning board see fit to place the inter- 6999 when you wish to discuss some- provide a sufficient education for all. students in private schools achieve a better education how many ShopRite executives are plan- ests of ShopRile above the interestsof the thing. The Jersey City proposal, which was made by State than that of their public school counterparts. On a ning lo purchase homes in the vicinity of people of Weslfield, the resulting decline lam going lo work very hard lo keep a Education Commissioner Leo Klagholz, is a five-year whole, this statement would be true if all public school the proposed site? in the quality of life will be swift and tight rein on municipal spending. To that irreversible. test program whereby parents of first and ninlh graders students were placed in private schools. But we are • We don't reed another supermarket end, I will be making a comparison study CarlScariatl would receive a voucher which could be redeemed at in the area. We already have a Foodlown between Weslfield and neighboringcom- talking about students who are underachieving because in WeilfleM, a King's and a PalhMark in Westfield the non-public school of their choice. munities lo see if we can profit from the of the lack of motivation in some public school districts Garwood and, you guested it, a ShopRite experiences of others. I will investigate The teachers' union has attacked the idea as promot- among both their peers and their teachers. privatization of some services and look ing sectarian ideas of religious private schools which While private schools may not require state-issued into increasing cooperative purchasing they claim make up 87 per cent of the private schools in standardized tests, they do have to meet the test of state Professional Staff Numbers for Schools of supplies and equipment. the state. It says vouchers are "a violation of constitu- laws. My top priority is putting ihe best tional principles," and Americans should have the op- The bottom line is the union does not want competi- In Town Way Above National Average interests of the citizens first. I want lo portunity to remain free to support the religious institu- tion and furthermore fears it may lose some of its perks. keep Westfield a great place lo live. tions of their choice. For instance, private schools do not have a tenure Recently I wrote a letter to The West- • Westfield has 46 per cent more stu- Gall Vcrnick field Leader outlining several points that This argument is well off-base. First of all, parents are system in place. In addition, private school teachers' dents than ihe national average school First Ward Councilwoman-elect I feel are pertinent to the bond issue to be district, 4,300 versus 2,800, yet there are not being forced to place their children in religious salaries are lower than that of public school teachers. voted on December 13. You have re- clearly no efficiencies of scale. schools. In addition, an argument could be made that a Private schools must also compete against each other ceived some letters taking issue with the • Westfield's student to professional Dance Company to Hold family has to accept, under the current law, the non- without the benefjt of state or federal aid. Similar to any facts outlined in the letter, but not one ratio is at almost SO per cent of the na- religious base of the public school system. private business, private schools can go out of business. refilling the cold hard look at the statis-, tional average, 18:1 nationally as ap- Its Holiday Concert The union continues to argue that a student of differ- The teachers' association is using its strength to deny tics. proved the 10:1 in Weslfield. These are Sunday, December 3 ent religion or with lower grades and test scores will not poorer children the chance to receive a thorough educa- Rhetoricisplentifulanddeep.bulnum- the lowest ratios in history, according to be accepted in some private schools. In terms of grades, bers don't lie. Some people lake issue the United Slates Department of Educa- The Westfield DanceCompany will tion because they fear a loss of jobs in city schools, if the hold its Winter Concert, "Holiday that is correct. After all, most if not all private schools program becomes a success. with ihe fact that I look at Ihe school tion. district as a business, but in iruth, there is Extravaganza," Sunday, December offer only college preparatory programs. The question The state educational association should stop using My points are clear. I am in favor of of religion, however, is inaccurate. A number of stu- no other way to took at it. Indeed, today improving the physical needs of the 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the Roosevelt Inter- scare tactics and allow the Jersey City pilot program to andinthefuture, publiceducatorsand the dents with different religious backgrounds are being schools, arid I feel the teachers in the front mediate School located at 301 Clark get off the ground. taxpayers will be faced with growing lines are carrying the lion's share of Ihe Street in Westfield. accepted these days in parochial schools. Our public school system has become a failure in the competition from "for profit"educational burden of educating the children and de- In keeping with the philosophy of This attack on private schools, which some arecalling cities. It is time we take another road. In that regard, the companies that will be exploiting the serve competitive pay. the company lo bring all forms of "Catholic bashing," is simply unfair. Vouchers are only voucher system makes a lot of sense and should be inefficiencies in the educational system. I find it curious that after 200 years of a means of allowing a student to fulfill his or her full pursued. PrivaUzationisoneoutlet,bulitdoesn't education in Westfield that there is no dance to the community, the Spirit slop at the maintenance level, as the people accountability for the spending by cur- Dance Ensemble from Rutgers Uni- of Hartford, Connecticut found out. riculum in a standard and generally ac- versity will perform with the dance On Different Sorts To suggest thai, in a school district, cepted accounting principle method. company. Of Modest Proposals that reports 20 to 30 retirements per year I believe that the leaders in education The ensemble, entering its fourth 5 £ to, t&e cannot restructure its staff is unreason- must face the reality of competition from year, represents various dance styles I would like to reply to Mrs. Kathleen able. And to renegotiate contracts is a technology and other fronts and begin to SchuUz's letter of October 26. In West- such as: African, Jazz, Modem-Jazz, daily occurrence in everyday life. look at their field as product and con- Ballet and Hip-Hop. field 2.9 per cent of per pupil costs in Ihe Since many people have nude positive sumer driven or face Ihe prospect of grow- school budget is spent on administration. comments about the statistics which I ing and cost effective alternatives. "By highlighting these cultural el- Compare this to the statewide average of ements, they enable their audiences offered as statements of fact, I thought Time and time again, I hear the schools Increased Enrollments Best Met 4 per cent. In Westfield 56.2 per cent of that it would be helpful lo do some mote to compare and contrast in order to this per pupil cost goes into instruction, are not exempt from the real world as it research and comparisons using United relates to society's changes. No state- have a fuller understanding of how With Construction of Classrooms which is higher than the average for 549 States Department of Education data: dance reflects culture," a spokes- other districts in the state. ment could be truer as ii relates to the It is good to see so much community • Westfield spends 61 per cent more alternatives reaching frustrated taxpay- woman said. leaves other fifth graders in neighbor- Consider also our consistently supe- discussion about (he upcoming school per pupil than the national average, $9,700 ers. hood elementary schools. The result rioracademic results, and you must surely Also joining the dance company bond referendum. versus $5,971. Over 80 per cent of that would be significantly different learning agree that in Westfield we are getting I'd love to see Westfield set the stan- will be ihe La Danse Dancers from The editorial in the November 3 issue opportunities and experiences for fifth- number is salaries and benefits, accord- dard rather than follow the crowd. more for our money than most of the rest ing to the school budget. Linden which Mrs. Tina Socci have of The Weslfield Leader recognizes the grade students dependingon whether they of the state. Michael Farrell been performing for the past 16 years reality of increased numbers of students were sent to a middle school or remained As for a "more modest approach," the Westfield and the need for additional classrooms, and are an award-winning dance in an elementary school. challenge of providing education for the but differs from the Board of Education troupe. A third component of The Leadersug- increasing numbers of students has been Return to Traditional Teaching "Members of the Westfield Dance in how to provide the needed space. gestion is to sharply increase class size in discussed for several months and the vari- Company are excited to have the op- The plan approved by the majority of grades 6 through 8. The current average ous proposals studied. What is this other the Board of Education carefully bal- class size quoted by The Leader is ap- solution that opponents of the bond are Methods Needed in School District portunity to perform and to experi- ances the need lo constrain costs with Ihe proximately 21. Because of the vagaries suggesting? We have yet to hear it. It seems to me that one of the main ing to grab for a calculator. ence the different styles from both need to continue a well-rounded and high of schcdulingin the intermediate schools, What could be more a modest approach problems with the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Capable teachers in Scotch Plains- guest companies," according to the quality education organized around neigh- this average includes classes as low as 12 ' than borrowing the money to pay for the Strategic Planis what some call the "defi- Fanwood will use creative means lo spokeswoman. borhood schools for the elementary and, a high as 27 and 28. Actual class extra classrooms and capital improve- - nition problem." For example, in many present rote learning through the use of The event is free to the public and grades, Kindergarten through five. sizes at the secondary level, grades 7 to ments and paying it off over 20 years at a school districts there is confusion con- sons, games, flash cords, poetry, etc. seating is limited, so early reserva- The plan outlined in The Leader eli mi- 12, are regularly as much as six or seven yearly cost of between $47 and $63 for cerning how one defines terms such as However, many claim that traditional nates significant components of a basic students below or above the average. To "traditional" leaching versus 'Innovative" education is "ineffective." I guess the tions are encouraged. the average homeowner? One dollar a For tickets, please call 789-3011. education, art and music, abandons neigh- increase average class sizes to 24 or 25 as week? I support Ihe bond, a modest pro- leaching. In San Marcos, Texas, the Par- education those of us received prior to borhood schools for some, but not all, proposed by The Leader would mean that posal indeed. ent-Teacher Communication Network 1994 is rendered useless and we should fifth graders, calls for a sharp increase in presented a paper to their local school some academic classes would hit 32 or Mrs. Susan Yitet all return lo school lo get retrained so we yes, there Is a Nirvana: ft Is In leading class sizes in Ihe intermediate schools board which cited the use of a very effec- 33. It is not a sound practice to educate WattleM can advance our technology beyond the your sheep lo a green pasture, and In and requires extensive redistricting. tive rhetorical device,the persuasive defi- middle school-aged children in classes of generation of Fred Flinstonc. pulling your child to sleep, «r>d In With The Leader'% suggested plan, this large size. nition, which I believe is also being used right here in Scotch Plains. The strategic plan offered upisa theory. writing the last line ofyourpoen- (here would be no classrooms in any of Finally, The Leader editorial notes the Mayor Boothe Thanks For theories to be proven workable, they Kahili Ci'.van the elementary schools or the two inter- plan it outlines will involve more redis- The paper calls attention to how "per- must be subject to repeated measurable mediate schools for art and music. This tricting than the board's proposal. This is Voters for Reelection suasive definitions" are used to advance results. The strategic plan predicts won- would mean Ihe elimination of perform- correct. Fitting more students into the I want to express, through your pages, a "Result,"or"Success«s" lypeof educa- derful outcomes for our children; Student Conscience is llie perferl ing arts and music in grades six through tional plan. It works like this: If you have existing elementary schools, even with my thanks to the many Westfield resi- will become self-directed learners with interpreter of life. eight. While some art and music can be the movement of some fifth graders into dents who supported me in the recent something you want to criticize, you as- high self-esteem, collaborative workers taught without separate facilities in Ihe Edison or Roosevelt, will require exten- election. I intend to continue the policies sociate it with something generally per- who can problem-solve and think criti- —Karl Bartli elementary grades, ihe performance com- sive redistricting of our six elementary and initiatives which have made Weslfield ceived as good. cally and who will become community ponents of an art and music program in schools. a great town and a great place lo live over Here in our district, "traditional" edu- contributors. However, the plan under- the intermediate schools cannot be taught The Leader editorial correctly states the past years and at the same time move cation is being touted as rote learning, mines the ability to measure absolute purpose of education and then begin to without specialized classrooms. that "there is a price to pay" for the plan ahead in every possible way to make memorization and pencil pushing which performance resorting to relativistic forms discuss the means to achieving those goals The fine arts are important to a child's it advocates. It is an educational price that Westfield even better. are considered bad, outmoded or ineffec- of assessment such as "authentic assess- usually considered training toward some basic education and are integral to the is loo high for Westfield children and AsMayor,I representallofWestfield's tive. It is true that traditional methods use ment, alternative assessments and mul- measurable level of academic achieve- quality of a society. residents. residents, including those who voted oth- memorization and skill practice as part of tiple measures of assessment." ment. At the end of the day, we may all be The State of New Jersey mandates the Ihe curriculum. However, many in favor Constructing needed classrooms in erwise, did not note or legally cannot No one can argue the good intentions able lo get to the sum of $25, but how we study of fine arts or practical arts as a high of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Plan im- neighborhood schools continues to be the vote. Their interests and needs also must of our plan and many of those advocating develop our minds to gel to Ihe solution school graduation requirement and has ply that these traditional methods are the soundest approach lo the challenge of and will be considered, because in reality i Is goals. However, Ihe residents of Scotch makes all the difference. adopted mandated core proficiencies for sole means of educating our children increased enrollments. It will permit this the problems which face Westfield are Plains and Fanwood would be best served David G. Reich art and music. The abandonment of art rather than the basic building blocks for community to continue lo offer quality devoid of political or partisan character. by starting with a proper definition of the Scotch Plains and music instruction in grades six to educational programs in neighborhood I encourage residents, as I have through- higher levels of problem-solving. So eight would weaken Ihe educational pro- elementary schools in a lax-conscious out my prior years as your Mayor, lo through Ihe use of the "persuasive defini- gram Westfield provides and would put way. vbolunteer to serve the town in some tion," traditional methods are associated Publishers of Publishers of our students at a disadvantage as they Susan Jacobson capacity by sending resumes and letters with "bad." seek to complete the fine and practical Vice President toTown Hall andtocallmeonthcMayor's The other day I had lo pay for two arts requirement for graduation. The Westfield Leader The Times of Scotch Westfield Board of Education Hoi Line at any hour of the day or night al items each costing $12.50 al a local ten- Edwin Francis (1890-1891) A second piece of Ihe plan outlined in 789-4046.1 receive an amazing number nis club in a neighboring town. The high Plains and Fanwood Edward Ralph Collins (1891) The Leader involves moving some fifth Editor's Note: In no way will there be of cal Is on that line, and I respond to each school girl behind Ihe desk had lo resort Julian Sarokin (1959-Final date in graders into the two intermediate schools classes of 32 or 33 students in the inter- matter. to her calculator to determine the sum of J.H. Cash (1892-1899) and leaving some fifth graders in the mediate schools under any proposal with question) To even greater Westfield in years 201 ihe two numbers to get $25. What really William Anderson (1899-Final Robert Olsori (Dates in question) elementary schools. While a sound pro- proper planning. The editorial in the No- and beyond! alarmed me was that she did not even date in question) gram can be provided for a school system vember 3 issue also suggested period and hesitate lo grab for Ihe machine. The Carl E. Anderson (Dates in question) Mayor Garland C. "Bud" Boothe, Jr. G.A.V. Hankison (Dates in Jay Jedel (Dates in question) which groups grades five through eight in day- lengthening procedures, all of which Weslfleld thought of using her God-given mind lo a single school or a system which groups are not discussed here—toavoidsuchan add Ihe numbers in her head was appar- question) David Yoho (Dates in question) grades kindergarten through five in a unreal possibility. One can be for abuild- ently foreign. Walter J. Lee (1910-1927) George Barthelme (1967-1976) school, it is neither wise nor practical to ingclassroom plan, but this sortofscare" to happen, and such an unrealistic result And yet according to "outcome" or Walter J. Lee, Jr. (1927-1990) Donald A. Foster (1976-1993) design a plan which moves some fifth scenario arises only i f the board were to do is being pressed into service here, we "result" based education, she passed with KurtC. Bauer (1990- ) KurtC. Bauer (1993- ) graders into a middle school program and no planning. We don't think that is about feel, solely for polemical ends. flyingcolors. Her building block Is know- Thursday, November 17,1994 Page 5 Bond Issue Passage Pictured Education of Yesterday Isn't As the Only Choice for Voters Nearly Good Enough for Today This letter is in response to The West- if you do not live in the "right" location? I am a first generation immigrant. I If you believe the children of the com- field Leader editorial supporting the 1 do not believe you would want this to received my first work visa in 1978 be- munity will get the best education with Westfield school system, but without rec- happen lo your child. cause the corporation which hired me increased class sizes, vote against the Class Sizes Were Larger, But We Received ommending passagcof the proposed bond. Would you want your children to have couldn't find an available American who board's proposal. I have read your recommendations and speech therapy in a hallway? There is was qualified for ihe job. Increasingly, If you believe these children will re- without even researching your numbers, already enough peer pressure in the American corporations are exporting jobs, ceive sufficient individualized attention A Better Education Than Westfleld's there appears to be some flaws in your schools. A lack of privacy can only in- not just in the manufacturing sector, but with 25 or more students to a classroom, I would like to thank the Westfield She came out of first grade unable to proposal: crease the stigma and reduce the educa- also in many areas of research and devel- vote against the board's proposal. Board of Education, the various Parent- read. Again I was told it was normal. My • Youassumethattheavailableclass- tional effectiveness. opment where highly qualified individu- If you believe these children will re- Teacher Association and Parent-Teacher first-grade teacher would not have toler- rooms are evenly dispersed throughout If this proposed bond is not passed, the als i n other countries can perform compa- ceive the necessary computer skills in an Organization groups and other concerned ated it and neither did 1.1 spent another the school district. What if room avail- issue of school expansion may become a rably for a fraction of the cost. environment that cannot even provide a citizens of Westfield for the amusement summer tutoring her, and she entered ability is not evenly dispersed and stu- moot point. I am sure that many people, This will only increase the competi- classroom for the computers, vote against they have provided me concerning Ihe school in the fall reading at a second- dent are not where the classrooms are especially young families, will start to tion our children will face for the jobs that the board's proposal. upcoming bond issue. Especially the hys- giade ievel. located? reconsider the reason they live in West- remain. If you believe that $100 a year per teria over the negative impact of larger And then she left second grade at the • You plan on increasing class size to field. Most of these people probably con- Children in Europe and Asian spend household is an outrageous amount for class size on the "quality" of education same level. Another summer in the the maximum of 25 — self-imposed by sider the quality of the Westfield school more hours studying each day and more new classrooms, vote against the board's provided by our public school system. trenches. the school board. What happens if the district as one of the most important rea- days studying each year than their coun- proposal. I was educated in rural upstate New I have also been providing enrichment proposed number of new student enter- sons they are here. Without town support, terparts in the United States. If our chil- If you believe we can afford to delay York. The normal class size was 32 stu- at home in other subjects year-round to ing the school system, that is, 400, under- the only direction the schools could go is dren are lo be competitive in this environ- while we second guess the recommenda- dents, including the elementary levels. bring her up to the same standards to ejtimates the number of students that down. Many of these young families will ment, then what was good enough for us tion of the Superintendent of Schools and Twenty-eight students was considered which I was held. I have met itudenU of actually enter the school system? Is there probably reevaluate the reason they live and our parents will not suffice for our the decision of the School Board, vote small, and 33 and 36 students was not various grade levels as well u graduates any room for expansion with your plan? here. children. The education provided in West- against the board's proposal. unusual. The buildings were not always of the Westfield schools. I am not im- • You do not believe busing is re- A lack of support — this is the impres- field today may be good, but it must be Ultimately, I will do whatever I must new and the textbooks not always up-to- pressed. Very few of them would be able quired because almost all students will sion many of those living in the town, and better and its improvement must begin in toensure that my children have the great- date, but the teachers were dedicated. to pass the state-mandated Regents Ex- live wilhin a two-mile radius of their more importantly of those that may be the elementary schools. est educational advantage. Their's is an They had to be: School budgets and bond aminations required for a high school assigned school. Those students outside interested in moving into Westfield, will The school population is currently ex- uncertain future, and 1 want them to be issues were not popularatthe ballot box. diploma in New York State. of the two-mile radius could attend "sat- have. The saying "perception is reality" panding. Classrooms have as many as 25 amply prepared. You, too, must decide Yet the education I received was supe- This is the "quality" you are trying to ellite" fifth-grade classrooms at the el- will hold true and many people will start children in them. Schools have already how you choose to spend your money. It rior to the education my daughter is cur- protect? Not in my book. ementary school. How would you or your to think this way. forfeited the use of specialized class- was education that enabled me to come rently receiving in the Weslfield schools. 1 voted no on the school budget. I will children like to see their friends moved to In the end The Leader and the people rooms for music and art and, in Franklin here; it would be ironic i fit was education She came oulof Kindergarten writing her vote no on the bond issue. And I will another school while you are left behind who vote against the proposed bond will School, Ihe computer classes arc held in that caused me to leave. letters and numbers backwards. Her continue voting no until my tax dollars because of the location of your residence gel what they want — fewer resources the hallway. Don CarviHe teacher assured me this was normal. My are used for a real education for my daugh- in Weslfleld? Do you plan on having required in supporting the school system. Which brings me to the proposed bond West field Kindergarten teacher would noi have tol- ter and all the other children in Ihe different classroom sizes at these "satel- This would be due to young families issue. erated it and neither did I. Westfield schools. lite" fifth-grade classes as compared to moving out of Westfield and a lack of Any proposal to solve the expected Public Works Unit I spent the summer — evenings and Carm While the middle schools or will busing still be new families moving in. Westfield's overcrowding — other than increased weekends — since I am r. single parent Wtfiflcld required? school population would decease, along class size — will cost money. If the Slates Meeting and have to work, tutoring her. I grew up during the baby boom era in with a decay in the quality of life of money does not come from a bond issue, a town with similar demographics to Westfleld's residents. it will come out of the current school On Helen Street Westfield. The schools were approxi- Uync OUIT budget which is capped by the stale. This The Public Works Committee of Bonds Shouldn't Be Financed mately ihe same ages as those in West- WntfkM will leave less money to educate all the the Borough of Fanwood will hold a field, but with a greater numbers of kids children of Westfield. If you are a parent meeting on Monday, November 21, Through Cuts in Salaries in the school system. Even with these Bicentennial Shop whose children do not attend a school for at 8 p.m. at 75 North Martine Avenue, greater numbers we were still provided which the construction of new classrooms Fanwood, to discuss the final plan for 1 am writing this letter in response to a prohibit reducing tenured teachers' sala- with: Busing for children outside of a Goes Out of Business is proposed, do not think that you will be the reconstruction of Helen Street one-mile radius from school, class sizes unaffected by a no vote. recent letter from investment banker, ries, and the current teacher contract will Tomorrow, Friday, November 18, with the residents of Helen Street and Michael Farrcll, regarding the proposed notexpireuntil 1996. Y our re»den should of 20 to 22 student, an art room, a music So I say to the residents of Westfield: bond issue. His assertion that the needed no be misled that such cuts could be made room, a room for special needs such as begins the end of Westfield's Bicen- Vinton Circle. school construction should be financed legally and without violating the current speech therapy, a gym, a cafeteria and a tennial Gift Shop as a "Going Out of through cuts in the salary component of conlract. continuity of education in the same loca- Business" sale starts at the United the operating budget is very poorly Even putting aside the overwhelming tion every year. Fund Office. Bring Us Your Holiday thought out. practical impediments to this proposal, it By providing us with facts The Leader "Our final sale is your last chance Clearly, the provision of education is a is just bad business. The town school proposes that money derived from the during this Bicentennial celebration service. The most integral part of the system will benefit fromlhe construction bond issue is not essential for quality to obtain these custom-made, high- Tablecloths & Linens educational process is Ihe relationship and improvements, conservatively, for education and that instead, a "reshuf- quality memorabilia and useful gift between the professional educator and Ihe next 20 to 30 years. Why should the fling" be taken to meet this increased t> For Expert Pressing. demand on resources. It is hard for me to items,' said Mrs. Joan Hogan, Bicen- the students. As in any service industry taxpayers over Ihe next eight years be tennial'Commissioner in charge of that requires a wcll-educaled, professional required to pay the entire bill? The bond's accept that my children will sit in Ihe work force, Ibrexample, investment bank- long-term financing of these long-term same room, all day for classwork, lunch, the shop. ing or law, salaries and benefits will often improvements is the fairest, most logical music and art — even 1 don't have to sit The shop is now exclusively lo- account for Ihe lion's share of operating and most business-like way to proceed. It in my office for the entire day! I have cated in the United Fund Office in the expenses. For this reason, gross statistics makes absolutely no sense to finance even been told that other special pro- northside train station. Its hours are on what percentage of the budget is allo- long-term capital improvements with grams, such as speech therapy, some- 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The sale, resched- IN BY 11 AM cated to employee expenses are mean- annual operating revenues. An invest- times must take place in the hallways uled from last Friday, begins tomor- ingless. ment banker should—and I suspect does because no room is available in the build- ing. row and will end when all items are The simplistic approach of recom- — know belter. sold. READY BY 4 PM The impression I received is the edito- mending cuts to salaries overlooks stale Richard F. Rlccl Proceeds from the sale of Bicen- law and contractual obligations. Statures Westfield rial staff has no children in the public school system. tennial gift items have been used to Children need room to move during help defray the cost of special events CLEANERS & LAUNDERERS Some Answers by Poll Respondents the day. It is hard enough to get a child to for the community during the Bicen- sit for IS minutes, but for three to four tennial celebration and will be do- 401 BOULEVARD Raise Many More Questions hours straight is impractical and some- nated to the Reeves House, the West- WESTFIELD times even impossible! field Historical Society's new per- The other day I read an article enlilied, If this be true, then our educational tys- Would you want your five-year-old to manent home. Phone (908) 232-8944 gg "Westfield Gives a Passing Grade to tem has a more profound task on its be in a classroom with 25, or possibly Schools in a Townwide Survey." It re- hands, for example, the education of its more, other students? This would be a Hours: Mon. - Fri. 7-7 -SB ported that 92 per cent of the 640 citizens adult citizenry. , very difficult learning situation for some ,. ,n!.MoreLetter^,,.. ... that responded gave the W^tffeld {chool My daughter, Eli sa, tried to soften (he '•children at this young'ag'd.i' '••••••< •'• Saturday 7-5 - £ua system a rating'of gooa'or very good, blow: "Perhapsi" site said! "adults feel •'••' Would you want yourchild separated :': Page 23 - which, of. course, gladdtiedmy heart. that these educational objectives should - by school from other fifth-grade classes.. However, a number of paragraphs later be taken care of in the home." ' ' on made me pause in my exhilaration. It Now we know that attitudinal objec- was like a beautiful sunny day in West- tives are attained by interaction between field which suddenly becomes overshad- Ihe individual and three factors, for ex- owed by darkening clouds. ample, Ihe home, the school and the ll said, "Another question asked resi- individual's peers. But it is conceivable dents to idenlify three out of lOoulcomes the home may be derelict in its obligation that are 'not proper' goals for the West- lo contribute to these important objec- field public schools. The most popular tives. The school must therefore act as a answer was that it is not proper lo teach back-up to assure that trained personnel chi Idrcn Ihe skills and altitudes necessary are devoting their skilled methods in pro- moting them. for responsible participation in a demo- cratic society. However, you and I are convinced of "Thesecond most popularanswer was this necessity. But the sad realization is that it is not proper to teach children that the survey revealed a phenomenal ethical principles and values, while the lack of understandingof the very essence third most popular answer was that it is of responsibility of the school system by not proper to teach children responsibil- the adults who responded to the survey. ity to protect the environment." Are these human relations skills as im- The great education phi losopher, John portant as "a" square plus "b" square equals "c" square? You don't have to Dewey, musl be turning over in his grave. answer this rhetorical question. "O tempora.O mores." Islhisa misprint? Samuel D. Freeman Wesirteld Cliililrrn think not of what it* past, nor what is to come, but enjoy llie proseiH Itnir, which few of UH Do you have questions concerning your health? 6.2Annual Percentag5e Yield Effective as of 11/7/94 COME AND HEAR! 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Scotch Plains have announced the Burgdorff Realtors in Westfield. The Nuptial Mass was performed Mr. Grasso is a 1987 graduate of engagement of their daughter, Miss Mr. Elliott is a graduate of West- of^Waum IIua/ze.1 on Saturday, May 14, at the Roman Chaminade High School in Mincola, Erika L. Lawrence, to Michael D. field High School and recei ved a Bach- iunz Catholic Church of the Immaculate New York. He received a Bachelor of Elliott, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce elor of Science Degree in Telecom- u Heart of Mary in Scotch Plains by the Science Degree in Mechanical Engi- H.Elliott of Westfield. munications Management from Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dillon of Westfield have announced the mar- were Daniel Dillon of Leesburg, Vir- Reverend Gerard DeLeonardis, the neering from Villiinovii University in Miss Lawrence is a graduate of DeVry Institute of Technology in ginia, Robert E. Dillon, 3rd of uncle of (tie groom. A reception fol- Pennsylvania, and a Master's Degree Chicago. 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Free Birthday or Anniversary Cake with Dinner Reservations 908-322-7726 27 East Broad Streef • Westfield. NJ • 9QB-233-6662 232-2232 Ris. 78 & 287 Park «s Mountain Ave., Scotch Plains staimues rag* Watchung Center Presents Diva Series December 3 A new Diva Series has been inau- center. The facility is wheelchair ac- gurated by the Watchung Arts Center cessible. Seats for this series should to showcase female vocal talent in be reserved. The ticket price is $10 the fields of classical, pop, jazz, coun- which includes intermission refresh- try and contemporary music. The sec- ments. ond program of this Series, "An Telephone reservations can be Evening of Gershwin and Porter," made by calling 753-0190. will be presented on Saturday, De- cember 3, at 8 p.m. featuring Mrs. Florence Lazzeri of Scotch Plains as soloist, with the virtuoso piano duo Gemini Group Plans of Paul Kueterand Mrs.Carolle-Ann Play for Children Mochernuk. As part of Westfield's downtown Mrs. Luzzeri, previously performed project, the Gemini Group is plan- at the Watchung Arts Center with a ning a short play for children to be Broadway Revue, in conjunction with presented on Saturdays, December her group, Bel Musica. She received 10 and 17. lierclassical musical training in Man- Also as part of the morning, the hattan and Italy and has appeared on group is looking for specialty acts the concert stage at the Brooklyn geared specifically towards children's Academy of Music. Fairleight entertainment including magicians Dickinson University, Union County and clowns. College and Seton Hall University, The show will be all volunteer and and has toured extensively through- anyone interested in participating on out Ihe West Indies on major cruise any level should contact the Gemini lines. Group located at 569 Trinity Place in Mr. Kueler. a former resident of Westfield. Westfield, has performed at Carnegie Miss Hillary Goldner and Christopher Scott Elser Miss Jamie Alworth and David Gait McCornack, 3rd Hall and Town Hall, and was a mem- ber of the music faculty of Douglass Seminar Slated College in New Brunswick. A com- poser of ballet scores, songs and pi- On Alzheimer's ano pieces, he has arranged exten- As part of Alzheimer's Disease sively for piano four-hands. He pres- Month, a free seminar, "Coping with ently teaches piano at his Westfield Alzheimer's Disease," will be given to ^Wtd in lanuaxu studio. tonight, Thursday, November 17, at D Mrs. Mochernuk is a graduate of 7:30 p.m. at the Meridian Nursing Mrs. Martha R. Alworth of Austin, a 1988 graduate of the American Toronto's Royal Conservatory of Center of Westfield, 1515 Lamberts Texas and Dr. Charles H. Alworth of Academy of Dramatic Arts in Man- Mill Road, a member of the Genesis Mrs. Bonnie Goldner of Westfield Moravian College in Bethlehem, Music, and has performed concerts Corpus Christi have announced the hattan. She is employed as an editor in Canada, Hurope and the United Health Network. and Nelson Goldner of New York Pennsylvania, and is currently com- engagement of their daughter, Miss for the Texas Register Division of ihe Cityhaveannouncedtheengagement pleting her elementary teaching cer- States. She has served on the facul- The seminar will be given by Mrs. Jamie Alworth of Austin, to David Secretary of Stale. ties of Douglass College and Kean Helene Mad nick of the University of of Iheir daughter. Miss Hillary tification. Gait McCornack, 3rd, also of Austin, Mr. McCornack is a 1982 graduate Goldner, to Christopher Scott Elser, Her fiance' is finishing his last year College. Medicine and Dentistry of New Jer- the son of Mrs. Marjorie F. of Westfield High School and a 1986 The center is located on the sey. the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Elser at Moravian College and will be at- McCornack of Westfield and the late graduate of the American Academy of Lititz, Pennsylvania. tending medical school in the fall. Watchung Circle at 18 Stirling Road. Please call 233-9700 for reserva- David G. McCornack, Jr. of Dramatic Arts. He is an emergency Parking is provided adjacent to the tions and directions. The bride-elect is a graduate of A Saturday, June 10, wedding is Miss Alworth is a 1986 graduate of medical technician in Austin. planned. Wesllake High School in Austin and A January wedding is planned. Westfield Symphony to Play If a man Reserve Now for Thanksgiving Day! 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Make Topic for Nurses sure everyone in the vehicle is pro- The League for Educational Ad- tected by safety belt or properly in- vancement for Registered Nurses will stalled approved child safety seat. hold its next meeting on Monday, Miss Amy Elizabeth Phillip and Harold T. Bourque Take rest breaks periodically to pre- November 28, at 7:45 p.m. at the All vent drowsiness and provide achance Saints Episcopal Church, 399 Park to stretch and drive defensively. Avenue, Scotch Plains. "When holiday visits include young The speaker will be Mrs. Kim Law- children, take precautions to prevent yer Block a Lactation Consultant and injuries in the home. Keep glassware, Breastfeeding Support Program Staff knives, sharp utensils and appliance Nurse in Maternity Home Services at q a to tPiaxola ISouzquz Miss Emma Keating Kuhn and Daniel Andrew Halik cords away from the edge of tables Overlook Hospital of Summit. The and counters. Move potentially poi- program content will explain the ben- Mr. and Mrs. Martin Phillips of Ridgewood High School in New Jer- sonous substances like household efits of breastfeeding to both mother Manhattan have announced the en- sey and thr University of Delaware, cleaners and medicines out of reach and infant and describe some of the gagementof theirdaughter, Miss Amy works fortheUnionBank of Switzer- and sight of children and avoid mis- negative effects of formula feeding. Elizabeth Phillips, lo Harold T. . land Securities in Manhattan. haps by keeping youngsters out of Learn is a professional organiza- Bourque, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Mr. Bourque is a graduate of West- the kitchen. On extended visits ask tion for registered nurses offering in Basil Bourque of Millis, Massachu- field High School, Phillips Exeter your host to lower the temperature of monthly programs. Yearly member setts, formerly of Westfield. 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You Don't Need A Special Occasion To Eat Here MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED Thursday, November 17,1994 Page 9 Thanksgiving Dinner Set Teaching Tools Directory At Miller-Cory Museum Given Out by Recycling Unit "Come and experience the warmth Henry Frazee. Mr. Frazee was a West- The Union County Utilities Au- to provide teachers with a handy re- and atmosphere of a traditional colo- field resident for 99 years. thority has distributed 350 copies of source in which to identify useful nial Thanksgiving feast at the Miller- Visitors can also learn about other its revised 1994-1995 "Tools for classroom materials to teach students Cory House, 614 Mountain Avenue, aspects of life during this period by Teaching Recycling" resource direc- about the importance of recycling," Westfield, from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sun- participating in guided tours by cos- tory to contacts at all Union County said Mrs. Banasiak. day, November 20," a spokesman tumed docents through the rooms of schools, libraries and environmental "It has become increasingly evi- said. the 1740 farmhouse originally part of clubs, Chairman, Mrs. Blanche dent that recycling must become a "Enjoy the aromas of an open- a 100-ucre farm purchased by Samuel Banasiak, announced November 10. permanent part our four lives. Recy- hearth Thanksgiving feast prepared Miller. The last tour will begin at 4:30 The directory, underwritten by a cling is no longer an option, it has by our cooking committee in the p.m. grant provided by Merck & Co., Inc. become a necessity. Future genera- Frazee Building," he added. "Be sure to stop by the museum of Rahway, lists current school as- tions need to hear this message to Mrs. Ellen Hess, Mrs. Anne Marie gift shop which has a wide variety of sembly programs, videotapes, books motivate them to make recycling a McCarthy, Mrs. Janet Murphy and cookbooks, reading material on early and other assorted classroom materi- part of their lives and to have them Miss Judy Murphy wil 1 be preparing America and gift items," the spokes- als on recycling education from the encourage others todo the same," she foods over the open hearth using au- man added. authority, the state Department of added. thentic recipes and cooking methods The museum will be closed on Environmental Protection, the Envi- The authority offers a variety of of the period. Pumpkins, apples, corn, Sunday. November 27, and will re- ronmental Protection Agency and materials and programs on recycling cranberries, squash and game are just open on Sunday, December 4, to fea- other sources. to all Union County schools. For more afewofthe traditional foods that will ture holiday customs. information, please call 382-9400. be cooked for the feast. Roast turkey, TURKEY TIME...Members of the Miller Cory House Cooking Committee, "We have compiled this directory Anyone wishing information about Mrs. Penny Maslo, Mrs. Joan Barna and Mrs. Annamarie Kossler serve stuffing, chicken stew, skillet the museum and its programs isasked cornbread and corn chowder will be traditional Colonial treats in the Frazee Building. The museum's annual lo call 232-1776. Thanksgiving feast will be held on Sunday, November 20, from 2 to 5 p.m.,af 614 prepared as well as old-fashioned Mountain Avenue, Westfield. "The Fun Specially Food Store in Scotch Plains" desserts such as pumpkin and apple "Be sure to make your reservations pies and molasses cookies. A holiday early for the Bayberry Candlelight mint-making demonstration will also Tour to be held at the museum on Two Investment Seminars Slated be conducted using candy molds. Be Friday. December 9, from 6:30 to 9 ll)(t)H ' sure to savor some of the taste treats p.m. Visitors will be treated to home- By Legg Mason on November 17 and 19 that will be presented to visitors. made sweets, savories and mulled "Approximately 12 months ago, to discuss today's investment envi- Elias Boudinot of Elizabethtown cider while enjoying the musical the 30-year Treasury bond was yield- ronmenl Discussion will include: sounds of the season," the spokes- issued a proclamation in 1783 setting i ng 5.78 percent. Today 30-year trea- Taxable and tax-free bonds, certifi- Open Thanksgiving Day » 9 to 12 aside a day of public Thanksgiving. man said. suries are yielding approximately 8. cates of deposit, slocks, mutual funds The Frazee Building was donated to Reservations may be made by call- Investors can now obtain a one-year and Individual Retirement Accounts," Find A Favorite Among Our Wide Selection of Quality the museum by the family of John ing the museum on 232-1776. treasury yielding more than 6. The he added. Chocolates, Candy • Party/Snack Mixes • Low-Cal & Sugar Free Items > Dried Fruit • Nuts bond market has suffered one of its Two seminars are planned: Thurs- (Salted and Unsalled) • Select Gourmet Products • Low Fal Cookies • Coffees • and More... worst 12-month declines in history," day, November 17, at 8 p.m. and a spokesman for Legg Mason Wood Saturday, November 19, at 10 a.m. 1906 Bartle Ave., Scotch Plains Chamber Launches Drive Walker of Westfield said. Both seminars will be held at Legg (1/2 block from library - off Park Ave.) "This action has left many inves- Mason, 203 Elm Street, Westfield. (908) 322-7388 To Fund Yule Lights torsconfused. Should they be buying The seminar will last approximately Frn Ucai Dtlinry • Fm Paiimt • Wt Skip bonds or selling them? What impact one and half hours. Now Hearting Holiday OnUn far Gj/I Givinf * As the holiday season approaches, taken responsibility for administer- will the decline in the bond market To reserve a seat, please call Rene Erttrriainmentftrr tiuinai I Profailimtt A Gtntnl Fyilic the Westfield Area Chamber of Com- ing this traditional holiday decora- have on the stock market? In a con- Dierkes at 232-2686. MJ.WSF1O-6 •Th1O-7 -Sat 10-5 DEM merce is again kicking off its Holiday tion, which benefits the whole com- tinuing effort to educate investors The seminars are free. Lights Fund Program. This appeal munity. The Chamber pays for mate- Legg Mason will hold a free seminar for financial contributions is sent to rials, labor and utility expenses its members, local businesses, land- through the Holiday Lights Fund. lords, civic organizations and indi- The project is funded solely by con- mailed to the Westfield Area Cham- viduals. tributions from the citizens and busi- berof Commerce, P. O. Box 81, West- SANTO S PIZZA PIUS Funding is needed for the annual ness people of Westfield. field, 07091. display ot'illuminateddecorationstliat Checks, in any amount, payable to All contributors will be publicly brighten the central business district "Holiday Lights Fund," may be thanked. and welcomes visitors and shoppers At Our Brand N^* during December. These trees are especially modified to Westfield's specifications and incl ude over 2,500 Yes! We Have COMING SOON: •LUNCH* bulbs. •BREAKFAST- •DINNER* The generosity of Holiday Lights fund donors allows for modest ex- Wedding Invitations 1 pansion and maintenance of the Featuring: r ~\r 6 Topping Special lighted area, primarily filling in gaps And All Social Stationery Southern Italian Cuisine ^ Vi r ""Create Your Own" Family Size Pizza on several streets," said William Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Moore of Classic Studio, the project O/ All Of Our Food Is... I ANY DINNER ENTREE II $11" Save $.i I Chairman. Strol lers and shoppers can /o MADE-TO-ORDER |_ WITH THIS COUPON -JExNresJI/15/95 _J |_ WITH THIS COUPON -JXPIR]ES1£I5/95_J view thesedisplays on Central, North OFF* and South Avenues and Broad, Elmer, 20 i— ' Except Engravings 2 Large Quimby, Elm and Prospect Streets. 2 Family Pizxas Before the decorations go up 16" With 2 Topping's / around Thanksgiving, the tree-shaped I 18" With 2 Toppings $12W I displays are removed from storage, CLA5LC -^-JlUCiLO o, I $16™ Save $5 all bulbs are checked and replaced as |_ WrmTt«t Coonw • Enfmi necessary and branches are repaired. 27 East Broad Street • Westfield, NJ 1014 South Avenue • Located in The New Village Pl»za BwildingC^ Carefully arranging and testing 125 ( displays takes about a week. 908-233-6662 Westfield • (9O8) 233-8882 Since the 197 l's, the Chamber has THANKSGIVING DAY SPECIALS! % Reserve Now for Thanksgiving Dinner Seagrams 7 T)ay ^Dinner Menu November 24, 1994 • Served from 1:00I>M to 0:O0I>M 1*11.99 APPETIZERS Wednesday Nov. 16th thru Tuesday Nov. 29th Sausage En Croute with Dijon Mustard Sana1 OPEN THANKSGIVING DAY! 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Serra, Sr., 62 Consumer Advocate With Woman's Eye Former School Board Member She Was Best Known for Her Column 'Speaker for the House* Which Appeared in Good Housekeeping Magazine for Many Years Was Founder of Scotch Plains and Fanwood Junior Football Program, Served in Korea •y KATHLEEN L. NOKMAN Drivers which emphasized car main- of Trustees of the Society to Prevent Sptcially Wrilttn/vr 7V Wtitficld Lradtr tenance, operation and safe driving. Blindness. Mrs. Harry M. (Charlottte Nichols) Benjamin L. Sena, Sr., 62, died Fanwood before moving to Perth Throughout her career, she re- When asked what she wanted to be Amboy. Montgomery, a pioneering consumer mained in demand as a speaker for remembered for, Mrs. Montgomery's Saturday, November 12, at Somerset advocate, died Thursday, November Medical Center in Somcrville. Mr. Serra was Vice Consul for the clubs, consumer groups and forums. answer was her preoccupation with British Trade Development Office of 10, at a nursing home in Amherst, Mrs. Montgomery was named Ad- and dedication to consumerism. Born in New Brunswick, he had Massachusetts, from complications lived in Bridgewater, Tewksbury and the British Embassy in New York. He vertising Woman of the Year by the A pioneer for consumer rights, she previously worked as a commercial of pneumonia. She was 90. Advertising Federation of America impelled manufacturers to become trade officer for the government of Bom in Brooklyn and residing most and Headliner of the Year by Women more consumer-oriented and edu- Mrs. Pernell, 75, Ontario in Canada. of her life in Westfield, Mrs. Mont- in Communications. She received the cated her readers to become better Was Volunteer He was a veteran who served in the gomery was a widely-traveled Distinguished Service to Consumers consumers. She proposed and popu- Navy during the Korean War. speaker and consultant to businesses, Award of the Cou nci I of Better Busi- larized the idea of attaching care and For Meals on Wheels Mr. Serra was the founder of the Mrs. Charlotte N. Montgomery to whom she offered, with wit and ness Bureaus and was elected to the content labels to garments. Mrs. Herbert (Cora L.) Garner Scotch Plains-Fanwood Junior Foot- rigor, a critical woman's viewpoint. Young Women's Christian During a 1985 interview, Mrs. Pernell, 75, formerly of Plainfield, ball Program and was a former mem- A professional journalist for over Association's Academy of Women Montgomery contrasted her former died Thursday, November 10, at John ber of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood A. S. Donato, Sr., 84 50 years, she was best known for her Achievers. philosophy with her current think- F.Kennedy Medical Centerin Edison. Board of Education. A Mass for Albert S. Donato, Sr, column, "Speaker for the House," Mrs. Montgomery belonged to a ing: "When I was in my twenties, Born in Plainfield, she had lived He was a graduated of Wagner 84, a lifelong resident of Scotch which appeared in Good Housekeep- numberof professional organizations people said I thought like a man and there before moving to Scotch Plains College on Staten Island and Seton Plains, was offered Saturday, No- ing magazine from 1955 to I982. including Women in Communica- I was flattered. Today I would rather 39 year; ago. Hall University of South Orange. vember 12, in St. BartholcTiew the Mrs. Montgomery was a graduate tions, the National Federation of Press be told that I think like a woman." Mrs. Pernell worked in the trea- Surviving are two sons, Benjamin Apostle Roman Catholic Church in of the Hartridge School, a private Women, the Advertising Women of Mrs. Montgomery was prede- sury department of AT&T for 17 L. Serra, Jr. of Tewksbury and Dr. Scotch Plains. high school for girls in Plainfield and New York, the American Society of ceased by her husband in 1975. years, retiring in 1983. Jody L. Serra of Clinton Township; a The funeral was from the Rossi VassarCollege in Poughkeepsie, New Journalists and Authors and the Soci- She is survived by her children, She was a member of the Rose of daughter, Mrs. Elizabeth Pastusk of Funeral Home, 1937 Westfield Av- York, where she concentrated in her ety of Consumer Affairs Profession- Miss Sarah Montgomery of South Sharon Community Church in Clinton; three stepdaughters, Chris- enue, Scotch Plains. interests of English, history and eco- als. Hadley, Massachusetts, a Professor Plainfield, where she was a member tine Ennis Jackson of Middlesex, Miss Mr. Donato, who died Tuesday, nomics. She was active on public service of Economics and Dean at Mount of the Senior Choir. Karen Ennis of Bridgewater and Mrs. November 6, in the Runnells Spe- Her flair for writing gained her the boards, including nationally, the Holyoke College in South Hadley, Mrs. Pemell was a member of the Claire Diziki of Somerville, and six cialized Hospital in Berkeley Heights managing editorship of the college Planned Parenthood Federation, the Massachusetts, and Harry Montgom- Golden Age Senior Citizens in grandchildren. was the owner of Albert S. Bonato newspaper, and in 1927 she gradu- Advisory Council of the Arthritis ery, Jr. of Belchertown, Massachu- Plainfield and was a volunteer with Services were held Tuesday, No- Inc., a construction firm in Scotch ated Phi Beta Kappa. She returned to Foundation, the Board of the Na- setts, who is an active Foreign Ser- Meals on Wheels in Scotch Plains. vember 15, in the morning at the Plains, for many years before retiring Westfield and commuted to New York tional Safety Council and the Board vice Officer, and four grandchildren. Her husband died in 1985. Speer-Van Arsdale Funeral Home in in 1974. where she worked for various adver- Novambar 17,1994 Surviving are two sisters, her twin, Somerville. He had served in the Navy during tising agencies. Mrs. Carrie Lattimore, and Mrs. Nov.mb.r17. l»< World War II. She was married in 1928 to Harry Dr. Wibbelsman, 62, Former Resident Blanche Hall, both of Plainfield; and Surviving are his wife, Mrs. M. Montgomery, an advertising ex- a brother, Wesley Garner of Edison. Frances J. Donato; a son, Albert S. ecutive, and the couple lived in Man- Of Fanwood, Had Westfield Practice Services were held on Monday, Mrs. Glasstetter, 85 Donato, Jr.; a daughter, Mrs. Loretta hattan until the birth of their second Born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, he AnnLunn;abrother,G.T. DiDonato; child in 1932, at which time they Dr. Gerald L. Wibbelsman of Toms November 14, in the morning at Rose Mrs. Steven (Lydia) Glasstetter, River died Saturday, November 12, had resided in Fanwood most of his of Sharon Community Church. 85, died Friday, November 11, in threesisters, Mrs. Julia Cantillo, Mrs. moved to Westfield to raise their chil- life before moving to Toms River Florence Zotti and Mrs. Marie Koski, dren. at Community Medical Center in Arrangements were handled by the Langhorn, Pennsylvania. Toms River. He was 62 years old. five years ago. Brown's Funeral Home of Plainfield. Born in Durmershein, Germany, and three grandchildren. During World War II, while her November 17, 1994 Dr. Wibbelsman was a dentist and Nov«mb*r17,<*«4 Mrs. Glasstetter came to the United husband served in the Army, Mrs. had his practice in Westfield for 36 Statesin 1936.SettlinginNewarkfor Montgomery began writing copy in Mrs. Vastano, 85, years, retiring a year ago. Mrs. Vasil, 84 12 years, she moved to Scotch Plains Mrs. Sterling, 81 her husband's advertising business. He was a communicant of St. Services for Mrs. Pauline Vasil, and resided there 26 years before A memorial service for Mrs. Ralph After the war, she approached the In Holy Trinity Justin's Roman Catholic Church in 84, of Fanwood were held Wednes- moving to the Crestwood Village sec- T. (LoisG.) Sterling, 81, of Summit editors of Tide, an advertising trade Toms River. Dr. Wibbelsman was a day, November9, in the late morning tion of Whiting. She moved from will be held today, November 17, at journal and suggested the concept of Mrs. Anthony G. (Rose M. Caserta) member of the Central Jersey Dental in St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox there to Langhorn in 1987. 11 a.m. in the United Methodist a column expressing the views of the Vastano, 85 of Westfield, died Sun- Society, the New Jersey Dental Soci- Church of Newark, following the fu- She co-owned and operated the Church of Summit. intelligent consumer. The editors day, November 13, at Muhlenberg ety, the American Dental Society, the neral from the Union Funeral Home- Glasstetter's Bakery in Scotch Plains Arrangements are being handled agreed to the experiment, and for the Regional Medical Center, Plainfield. Green Island Community Associa- LytwynandLytwyn, l600Stuyvesant for 16 years, retiring in 1962. by the Brough Funeral Homeof Sum- next seven years her column, "The Bom in Plainfield, she had lived in tion and a member of the Billy W. Avenue, Union. Mrs. Glasstetter was a former mem- mit. Woman's Viewpoint," waspublished. Westfield for most of her life. National Association. Mrs. Vasil died Saturday, Novem- ber of St. Bartholomew the Apostle Mrs. Sterling, who died Monday, Mrs. Montgomery was the sole Mrs. Vastano was a communicant He was a former member of the ber 5, in the Muhlenberg Regional Roman Catholic Church in Scotch October 31, in theGlenside Nursing woman on the staff of the magazine of Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Shore Acres Yacht Club. Medical Center of Plainfield. Plains and a former member of St. Center of New Providence, was a and the only writer given a byline. Church in Westfield. Dr. Wibbelsman was a graduate of Born in Tripoli, Greece, she had Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Whit- member of the United Methodist She continued to contribute She was also a member of the the Franklin and Marshall College in lived in Paterson before moving to ing. Women's Club of the United Meth- freelance articles, all dealing with Westfield Senior citizens and The Lancaster, Pennsylvania and a 1957 Fanwood 14 years ago. Her husband died in 1983. odistChurch of Summit and the Echo consumer concerns to various maga- Friendly Group at the Westfield Com- graduate of the St. Louis University Surviving is a daughter, Mrs. Helen Surviving are two daughter, Mrs. Lake Country Club of Westfield. zines. munity Center. Dental School. Geotakes of Fanwood; three grand- Anita Kerrof Poway, California, and Born in Forty-Fort, Pennsylvania, In 1955, Mrs. Montgomery began Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Surviving are his wife, the former daughters, Mrs. Marilyn Maroulakos Mrs. Hildegard Brennan of Yardley, she had lived in Summit for 32 years. a general consumer column for Good Rosemary V. Bahooshian of Toms Miss Mary A. Carson; a son, John D. of Warren, Mrs. Kristie Hall of Pennsylvania, and seven grandchil- Surviving are her husband; two Housekeeping entitled "Strictly as a River and Mrs. Diane V. Harrison of Wibbelsman of Matawan; a daugh- Chester and Mrs. Andria Kiel of North dren. daughters, Mrs. Dianne Gallets and Customer," which later became Port Orange, Florida; two sons, An- ter, Mrs. Alicia Frumes of North Mrs. Cheryl Sterling Udell; a brother, "Speaker for the House." thony M. Vastano of Westfield and 1 Plainfield, and seven great-grandchil- Services were held Monday, No- 1 Plainfield/, his,rnother, Mrs. Ade'le ' dren. vember 14, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Arthur Murphy; a sister, Mrs. Carol Other accomplishments included John L. Vastano of Scotch Plains; a ' Jean Wibbelsman of San Diego; three Nov>mb*r17,1»4 Novemtxr 17,1MM Evans, and two grandchildren. the publication of Charlotte- brother, Joseph Caserta of Scotch brothers, David'U.' •Wibbelsman'bf'i November 1 7, 1994 Montgomery's Handbookfor Women Plains, and 11 grandchildren. San Francisco, Robert J. Wibbelsman Services were held Wednesday, of Los Angeles and Richard D. -Valley Furniture Shop November 16, in the morning at the Wibbelsman of Atlanta, and three Memorial Funeral Home, 155 South grandchildren. Avenue, Fanwood, followed by a fu- The Silverton Memorial Funeral 47th Annual Anniversary Celebration Sale neral Mass at Holy Trinity. Home, 2482 Church Road, Toms New Jersey Ballet's Production ofibhaikovsky's Interment was in Fairview Cem- River, is handling the arrangements. One-Half Price Southwood Sale etery in Westfield. Memorial services will be Satur- November 17,1994 day, November 19, at St. Joseph's Extended Thru Nov. 20th Roman Catholic Church in Toms Mrs. Rapp, 89, River, at 11 a.m. Storewide ^ Reductions NUTCRACKER Great-Grandmother November 17,1B94 with the Paper Mill Orchestra Mrs. William (Helen M. Fenlon) Mrs. Sabatino, 70 December 15-23,26-27 at 8 p.m. Rapp, 89, a member of St. Mrs. Arthur J. (Ruby Talton) December 17,18,26,27,28 at 3 p.m. Bartholomew the Apostle Roman Sabatino, 70, of Wilson, North Caro- Catholic Church in Scotch Plains, lina, rormerly of Westfield, died Sat- December 21,22 at 4 p.m. died Wednesday, November9, at her urday, November 4, at Wilson Me- Tickets: $29, $25, $21 • VISA& MasterCard daughter's home in Berkeley Heights. morial Hospital in Wilson. Born in Elizabeth, she had lived in Mrs. Sabatino was born in Wilson Berkeley Heights since 1990. County, North Carolina, and had lived ON SALE NOW! • CALL 201-376-4343 Her husband died in 1990. in Westfield before moving to Wil- Surviving are a son, William Rapp, son in 1984. Jr. of Clark; two daughter, Mrs. Doris She is survived by her husband, (PAPER MILL^PLAYHOUSE) Piro of Berkeley Heights and Mrs. two sons, Arthur J. Sabatino, Jr. and Judith Jurnock of Bridgewater; two BROOKSIDE DRIVE, MILLBURN, NJ 070(1 Jason Sabatino; two daughters, Mrs. ' the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State sisters, Mrs. Catherine Rodriquez of Cynthia Wroten and Mrs. Sherry We gratefullany dacknowledg the Nationael thEndowmene supportt an(odr thencouragemene Arts t of MAa* Florida and Mrs. Anne Van Hart of Miller; five grandchildren; two sis- South Plainfield; 11 grandchildren, ters, Mrs. Norma Moore and Mrs. and six great-grandchildren. Eva Humphrey, and a brother, Luther Services were held Monday, No- Talton. vember 14, in the morning at Rossi Services were held Wednesday,' Funeral Home in Scotch Plains, fol- November 9, at the McCracken Fu- lowed by a 10 a.m. Mass at St. neral Home in Union. Burial was in Bartholomew the Apostte Church. Fairview Cemetery in Westfield. November 17. 1994 Dirt Devil A provisional photographer can help keep alive the memory of treasured moments for years to come. 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Born in Italy, he had resided in In Beekeepers Group, Dies in Florida He Helped to Save the Last Covered Bridge in New Jersey Plainfield and in Fanwood since 1963 William E. Hart, Jr., 85, of St. Pe- His wife, Mrs. Myrtle Hingher Hart, before moving to Monroe Village in tersburg, Florida, died Saturday, Oc- died in 1967, and a daughter, Virginia By KURT C.BAUER eral Electric computer in 1967 to sey State Clean Water Council. Jamesburg three years ago. tober 29, at Edward White Hospital Han, then aged 10, died in 1956. Sprcially Wnmnfrr 77tt WtifirULnJcr mdiht Ttmii speed the process of title searching. Mr. Jones took price in his stew- Mr. DiDario immigrated to the in St. Petersburg. He is survived by a son, William E. Donald B. Jones, 83, a man who By 1972, the first computerized in- ardship of Brook Hollow Farms, United States in 1936 and immedi- Bom in New Brunswick, he had Hart, 3rd of Bedminster; two daugh- revolutionalized the course of state- dex search was made, positioning the which wasadairy business from 1953 ately set up a tailoring business. He lived in Fanwood for 35 years before ters, Mrs. June McCarthy of Fanwood wide lien searches, died on Saturday, firm to become the dominant com- to 1965 and afterwards concentrated owned and operated Modern Tailors moving to St. Petersburg in 1970, and Mrs. Jody Anderson of North November 12, on his 253-acre estate, pany in New Jersey in the field. on hay, straw and grain crops. on East Second Street in Plainfield when he retired from Hyatt Roller Fort Myers, Florida: a brother, John Brook Hollow Farms, in Today, Charles Jones, Inc. of Tren- for 30 years, retiring in 1978. Sergeantsville. Mr. Jones was a 1930 graduate of Bearing Co. of Clark. F. Hart of Hudson, Florida, two sis- ton and its affiliated company, Supe- Phillips Academy of Andover, Mas- Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Rose He was a member of the Fanwood ters, Miss Mary Hart of Lakehurst Admitted to the New Jersey Bar in riorOn-LineData, employ more than sachusetts, Yale University of New Vastano DiDario of Monroe Village; Rescue Squad and Fanwood Fire and Miss Elizabeth Hart of East Mill- 1937, Mr. Jones practiced law with 140 people and deliver information Haven, Connecticut in 1934 and Yale two daughters, Mrs. Livia Perpall of Department. stone; six grandchildren and many his father for a year, founding Charles services and millions of searches to Law School in 1937. Greenville, Missouri and Mrs. Bar- A Master Mason, he was a member nieces and nephews. Jones, Inc. in 1938, the year of his thousands of customers in the Mid- bara Ripton of Lebanon; ason, Attilio father's death, to continue the lien Last year, Governor James J. Florio of the Scotchwood Lodge No. 295 of He was predeceased by a brother, Atlantic region. recognized his 40-year marriage with DiDario, Jr. of Providence, Rhode the Free and Accepted Order of Ma- search business of the upper courts During his career, Mr. Jones has Island; five grandchildren and two H. Parker Hart, last year. started by his father in 1906. a proclamation. sons in Scotch Plains, Tall Cedars of Memorial services will be held to- been recognized as a leading author- Mr. Jones' first wife, Mrs. Mercy great-grandchildren. Lebanon in Trenton, Royal Arch morrow, Friday, November 18, at 7 Mr. Jones, against the advice of ity on the subject of statewide lien Another son, Nicholas DiDario, consulting experts, installed a Gen- Preston Jones, survives in Rockefort Masons Corinthian Chapter No. 57 p.m. at the Middlebush Reformed searches. He wrote articles on the les Pin, France, near Cannes. The predeceased his father in 1991. of Weslfield and the Egypt Shrine Church in Amwell Road in subject in several publications, in- couple had three children: Christo- Funeral services will be held this Temple of Tampa, Florida. Middlebush. Mrs. Bailey, 75 cluding the Rutgers Law Review, and pher Charles Jones of Anchorage, morning, Thursday, November 17, at He was alife member of the Tampa Memorial contributions in his name Mrs. Marion Gale Ferris Bailey, successfully argued definitive cases Alaska, Brian B. Jones of 9 a.m. at Memorial Funeral Home, Bay Beekeepers Association and a may be made to the Fanwood Rescue 75, of Boca Raton, Florida, formerly before the New Jersey Supreme Court Lambertsville and Mrs. Sandra Jones 155 South Avenue, West, Fanwood, member of the National Rifle Asso- Squad or Fanwood Fire Department. of Westfield, died Monday, Novem- and the United States Supreme Court. Prager of Colorado Springs, Colo- followed by a 10 a.m. Funeral Mass ciation. Nov*mtoar17,1M4 ber 14, at her home. Mr. Jones was an acti ve member of rado. at St. Bernard's Roman Catholic Mrs. Bailey was a member of St. the New Jersey State Bar Associa- Mr. Jones is also survived by his Church in Plainfield. Interment will Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church tion, the New York Bar Association, second wife, Mrs. Beverley V. Jones, be in Hillside Cemetery in Scotch Robert Joseph Ball, 36, Was Chef in Boca Raton. She was a member of the American Bar Association, the and their three children: Mrs. Leslie Plains. the Boca Raton Historical Society, American LandTitleAssociation and Jones Sauer of Philadelphia, Mrs. Donations in Mr. DiDario's At Hunterdon Nursing Home the Boca Raton Women's Club, the theNational Public Records Research Candace L. Phillips of New Hope, memory may be made to the Valerie Association. He was also a Past Presi- Fund, 1878 Springfield Avenue, Robert Joseph Ball, 36, died Satur- Surviving are his fiance, Miss Society of Ireland, the Boca Raton Pennsylvania and Mrs. Stephanie B. Hotel and Club and the Shamrock dent of the Yale Law School of New Starkey of Cambridge, Massachu- Maplewood, 07040. day, November 12, at Muhlenberg Melanie High of Cedar Grove; his Jersey. He was a lifetime honorary November 17, 1994 Regional Medical Center in parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Society. setts; a sister, Mrs. Shirley Durbin of member of the New Jersey Land Title LaJoIla,California; 14grandchildren Plainfielf Frederick Ball of Scotch Plains; a Mrs. Bailey was a benefactor of Association. Born in Newark, he moved to sister, Mrs. Karen Hooker of North Dartmouth College and of the and one great-grandchild. Scotch Plains in 1963. Plainfield; two brothers, James S. Augustinians at Villanova Univer- A gentleman farmer, Mr. Jones had Memorial services will be held Mr. Ball was a chef at Hunterdon and Thomas A. Ball, both of Scotch sity. participated in a broad range of pub- Saturday, December 3, at 11 a.m. and Nursing Home in Flemington, a 1993 Plains, and his maternal grandmother, She had resided in Westfield prior lic and conservation causes. He took 3p.m. at thePrallsvilleMillsin Stock- graduate of Union County Vocational Mrs. Anna Kankowski of Irvington. to moving to Boca Raton in 1973. an active hand in saving Green ton, which he helped to save. Sergeant's Bridge, the last survivor Technical school in Scotch Plains Services were held yesterday, Surviving are a son, Bruce T. Bai- In lieu of flowers, the family re- and an Eagle Scout. ley of Boca Raton, and two daugh- of New Jersey's 75 covered bridges. quests that donations be made in his Wednesday, November 16, in the He worked with officials of the New He was also a member of Mensa, morning at the Rossi Funeral Home ters, Miss Christina B. Bailey of Al- memory to the New Jersey Conser- the Computer Club in Scotch Plains bany, California and Miss Carol F. Jersey Department of Transportation vation Foundation, 300 Mendham The first woman to become a in Scotch Plains followed by a Mass to restore the covered bridge and to and St, Bartholomew the Apostle at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Bailey of Rosendale, New York. Road, Morristown 07960 or to the president of a nation In the Roman Catholic Church in Scotch A Memorial Mass will be said this build a new span parallel to it. The old Delaware River Mill Society, P.O. Western Hemisphere was Isabel Bartholomew. bridge went on to become the official Plains. NovamMr 17.1M4 morning, Thursday, November 17, at Box 298, Stockton 08559. Peron of Argentina in 1974. St. Joan of Arc in Boca Raton. En- symbol of Delaware Township. The arrangements were handled tombment will be in the Boca Raton In 1969, he bought ihc Prallsville by the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral there's many a bestseller thai could\ Mrs. Brown, 76, Was Volunteer Mausoleum. Mills along the Delaware & Raritan Home in Flemington. have been prevented by a good I The Robert J. Babione Funeral feeder canal. He, and several others, November 17,1994 teacher." were instrumental in holding onto the Flannery O'Conner J At Children's Specialized Hospital Home in Boca Raton is in charge of writer, 196 V the arrangements. property until 1973 when the state bought it. The site was added to the Mrs. Arthur W. (Helen Hardgroye) A memorial service will be held at Novambtr 17. 1994 the First Presbyterian Church of Vero State and National Register of His- DEATH NOTICE Brown, formerly of Westfield, died toric Places, and in 1974, it became Wibbelsman, Dr. Gerald L. of Thursday, November 10, in Vero Beach tomorrow, Friday, November Mrs. Ferguson, 76 Toms River on November 12,1994. 18, at 3 p.m. part of the Delaware Raritan Canal Beach, Florida. Mrs. John A. (Mary Jane Herr) State Park. Deloved husband of Mary A. (nee In lieu of flowers, the family re- Ferguson, 76, died Sunday, October Carson). Devoted father of John and Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts He also helped to save the on February 9, 1918, she graduated quests contributions be made to the 23, at her home on South Hampton, Alicia Frumes. Loving son of Jean. Children's Specialized Hospital in Bermuda. Locktown Church in Hunterdon Brother of David, Robert and Rich- from Westfield High School in 1936. County, which has been the site of a She was also a graduate of Russell her memory. Born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, More than half the world's tal- ard. Grandfather of Jessica Frumes, Nt>y»mb.r17,1W4 famous feud between conservative Sage College. she had lived in Green Brook for 16 low is produced In the United Jena Frumes and Turner. Memorial and reform Baptists in the 19th cen- States: over five billion pounds a services on Saturday, November 19, Mrs. Brown and her husband re- years before moving to South Hamp- Mrs. Pelletier, 71, ton, Bermuda in 1975. tury. year. 1994 at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic sided in Westfield from 1948 until "Maybe the news had gotten around Church, Toms River, New Jersey at 1974. For many years, she was a Mrs. Ferguson and her husband Few of us ever live in the present, we 11 a.m. In Legion Auxiliary owned the Hay Hill Kennels in Green that I was a sucker for saving things," volunteer at the Children's Special- are forever anticipating what is to In lieu of flowers, donations to Mrs. Medley J. (Jacqualine A.) Brook from 1959 until their retire- he bemused on hisefforts in the church come and remembering what hss ized Hospital. restoration battle. the Cancer Hotline, 4410 Main Besides her husband, survivors in- Pelletier, 71, died Friday, November ment in 1975. gone. 11, at Muhlenberg Regional Medical At the time of his death, Mr. Jones Street, Kansas City,Missouri,64111, clude two daughters, Mrs. Joy Baird She was a charter member of the Louis L'Amour would be appreciated. Silverton Center in Plainfield. Community Presbyterian Church in was a Commissioner on the Dela- If you want to be a big company of New Vernon and Mrs. Cynthia ware & Raritan Canal State Park Memorial Funeral Home, 2482 Brady of Gainesville, Florida; two Born in Newark, she had resided in Mountainside. She also was a mem- tomorrow, you will have to start acting Church Road, Toms River, is in Fanwood since 1960. ber the Plainfield Kennel Club and Commission, a member of the New like one today. charge of the arrangements. sisters, Mrs. Joy Clingman of Jack- Jersey Tideland Resource Council. sonville, Florida and Mrs. Betty Gar- She relied in 1976 after serving 10 the Bermuda Kennel Club. Thomas Watson years as a comtometer operator for Mrs. Ferguson was a former mem- Vice Chairman of the Hunterdon rison of Costa Mesa, California; a County Planning Board, Chairman brother, William M, Hardgrove of Macy's/Bamberger's in Newark. berof the Echo Lake Country Club in She was the first President of the Westfield and had served as a volun- of the Hunterdon County Shade Tree Melbourne, Florida, and eight grand- Commission and a member of the children. Women's Auxiliary of American Le- teer at the King Edward Memorial gion Port No. 209 in Scotch Plains. Hospital on Bermuda. Delaware Township Planning Board. Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. Mrs. Rizzolo, 83 She was a communicant of St. Her husband died last year. Also, at the time of his death, he Caring & Courteous Service to the Bartholomew the Apostle Roman Surviving are a son, John A. was Chairman of the Delaware River Mrs. Anthony (Mary A.) Rizzolo, Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. Ferguson, Jr. of Green Brook; a sis- Mill Society, a Trustee of the Dela- Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 83, died Thursday, November 10, at Her husband died in 1982. ter, Mrs. MildredHartly of Pinehurst, ware & Raritan Greenway, a Trustee Greenbrook Manor Nursing Home in Surviving are a son, Dennis G. North Carolina; two brothers, Frank of the Delaware River Watershed As- Green Brook. Pelletier of Lawrence Harbor; a sis- Herr of Cape Coral, Florida, and sociation and aTrustee and Past Presi- Born in Newark, she had lived in ter, Mrs. Esther Doty of Millerton, Christian Herr of Lancaster, and two dent of the New Jersey Conservation Verona before moving to Cedar Pennsylvania, and one grandson. grandchildren. Foundation. Westfield Grove, where she lived for many Services were held Tuesday, No- Arrangements were handled by The He was a former member of both years. vember 15, in the morning at the Mundy Funeral Home of Dunellen. the New Jersey State Water Supply 556 Westfield Avenue Mrs. Rizzolo had been a licensed Rossi Funeral Home of Scotch Plains, NOvvmbttr 17, 19B4 Advisory Council and the New Jer- 233-0255 practical nurse at Columbus Hospital followed by a 9:30 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph F. Dooley in Newark, retiring several years ago. Bartholomew. She was a member of the church Nov.mb«r17,1994 Manager choirs at St. Francis XavierChurch in Newark and St. Catherine of Siena in Cedar Grove and the Verona-Cedar MASTER Grove Chorus. MEMORIALS She was a volunteer for the Red WEIttORIRL Cross. 1171 E. Broad St. Her husband died in 1969. Westfield, N.J. IFUNERAL HOME Cranford Surviving are a son, James A. 218 North Avenue Rizzolo of Scotch Plains; three sis- 233-2350 Thomas M. Keiser, Jr., Manager ters, Mrs. Rose Ferrari of East Or- Est. 1928 276-0255 ange, Mrs. Violet Petrucci of Verona Francis J. Dooley Jr. and Mrs. Norma Scanzera of Manager Eatontown, and two grandsons. Services were held on Saturday, November 12, in the morning at the Memorial Funeral Home, 155 South DESIGNER • BUILDERS OF FINE Avenue in Fanwood, followed by a Charles V. Dooley John L Dooley Matthew R. Dooley Mass at Immaculate Heart of May MONUMENTS Roman Catholic Church in Scotch Plains: MARKERS Interment was in Gate of Heaven MAUSOLEUMS Cemetery in East Hanover. Nov»mb«r17, ittA LETTERED• CLEANED o's going to pay for Bruce Bauer, Prop. 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The The property was listed by Hye-Young Choi and nego- property was handled by Hye-Young Choi. tiations of sale were by Mary Lou Gray. From tn» Co»clton olUr. mndlfn. UxkrUwn THEN AS NOW...A faux Gothic structure, the then called Roosevelt Junior High School wa» putiap IB1»2S awl a*M to in 1M3. The school, now called Roosevelt Intermediate School, stands next to Mathias Clark Far*. I»e MUMMf w« named after President Theodore Roosevelt. Rahway Man Enters Plea of Guilty Coldwell Hanker Schloll, Realtors, 209 Central Av- Coldwell Hanker Scliiotl, Realtors, 209 Central Av- In Carjacking Case enue, Westfield, has announced the sale of this home enue, Wcstfield, has announced the sale of Ibis home located at 2M Elizabeth Avenue, Weslfield. The prop- located a I .15!) Short Drive, Mountainside. The property A 23-year-old Rahway man erty was handled by Margaret Maguire. was handled by Hye-YoungChoi. pleaded guilty through an open in- dictment in Superior Court in Eliza- beth on October 14 on charges of v< carjacking a Westfield man in 1993. A According to Assistant Prosecutor William Kolano, Sean McCloud pleaded guilty to charges of con- spiracy to commit a carjacking and for carjacking. There are no pleabar- gains offered in an open indictment. Mr. Kolano said McCloud followed the car of a 68-year-man to his home and cut him off as the victim was about to turn into his driveway. The Coldwell Banker Schlott, Realtors, 209 Central Av- Coldwell Danker Sclilolt, Realtors, 209 Central Av- man ran into his home and called I enue, Westfleld, has announced its participation in the enue, Wcslfield, has announced Its participation in the police. I sale of this home located at 179 Hawthorne Drive, sale or this home located at 29 Easlham, Scotch Plains. I Clark. The property was handled by Elvvia M. Ardrey. The properly was- handled by Winnie Canavan, Westfield Detective Donald Fuentes, assisted by Detective Alan Scherb and Officer Walter Multert of ENLIGHTENING PROGRAM...Plclured here with collection specialists from Global RecyclingTechnologies.left to right,are: Public Service Electric and Gas (he Clark Police Department, appre- Environmental Coordinator Gregory Olds; Merck Site Environmental Engi- hended McCloud a short distance neer Charles Decker; Union County Utilities Authority Chairwoman Mrs. from the scene. Blanche Banasiak; Exxon Chemical Company Technology Services Manager Mr. Kolano said McCloud will be Chung Kun Shin; Schering-Plough Environmental Affairs Manager Lawrence sentenced on Friday, February 10, J. Adrian, Jr.; BOC Gases Facilities Manager Mauro A. Riganteand the Utilities before Superior Court Judge John Authority's Executive Director Jeffrey S. Callahan. Triarsi. He will serve a minimum of fi ve years in prison and faces a maxi- mum of 30 years. Authority Hosts Its First The assistant prosecutor noted Prosecutor Andrew K. Routolo has I Coldwell Banker Schlott, Realtors, 209 Central Av- Coldwell Banker Schlott, Realtors, 209 Central Av- refused to plea bargain in cases in I enue, Westfield, has announced the listing and sale of enue, Weslfield, has announced Hie sale or this home which the victim of a violent crime is I this home located at 17 Osage Drive, Cranford. The located at 1730 Boulevard, Westfield. The property was Fluorescent Bulb Day I property was listed and sold by Bob Devlin. handled by Karlccn Burns. The Union County Utilities Au- gressive battery collection program a senior citizen. thority hosted its first used fluores- and the state-of-the-art mercury cent lamp recycling event on No- scrubbers installed at the Resource vember 3 at Exxon Chemical Recovery Facility, we now have in Company's LindenTechnology Cen- place a comprehensive strategy to Windows of 10 Cars ter. combat potential mercury emissions," ii The program removes used fluo- said Mrs. Blanche Banasiak, the Util- Smashed in Lot rescent and o(her mercury-contain- ity Authority's Chairwoman. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 ing lamps from (he wastestream. Such The authority plans to sponsor • Someone smashed the windows lamps represent the second largest about one collection event each month of 10 automobiles parked in a lot on manmade source of mercury after at locations throughoutUnionCounty South Avenue. batteries. for businesses with over 100 em- SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 The first of its kind in New Jersey, ployees. The program will be rapidly • An unknown penon stole tome ColdwtU Banker Schlott, Realtors, 209 Central Av- Coldwell Hanker Schlotl, Realtors, 209 Central Av. the pilot collection program is co- expanded to include alt tube genera- batteries from the A&P on South enue, Weslfltld, has announced the listing and sales of enue, Westfield, has announced the listing and sale of sponsored by the Union County tors. The next collection event is Avenue and was last seen running this home located at 529 Tremont Avenue, Westfield. this home located at 2085 Elizabeth Avenue, Scotch Chamber of Commerce and is en- scheduled for Wednesday, December south on Staggard Place. The property was listed by Kay Gragnanoand negotia- Plains. The property was listed by Vasy Honecker and dorsed by the state Department of 7, at Schering-Plough Corporation in tions of (sale were by Hye-Young Choi. negotiations of sale were by Georgia Ltkas. • An unknown person entered a Environmental Protection. Kenilworth. vehicle on Tillotson Road during the "This program will enhance our Interested businesses mustpre-reg- night. Two cassette tapes have been efforts to reduced mercury in (he ister with the authority at 382-9499. reported missing. wastestream. Coupled with our ag- SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13 • After a report of trespassing on Tillotson Road, police arrested LabeebTerry, 19, of Scotch Plains on a charge of obstructing justice. Terry had given false identification to the police officers. • Someone broke aplateglass win- dow on a Martine Avenue store. Burgdorff Realtors, 600 North Avenue, West, Weslfield, Burgdorff Realtors,600 North Avenue, West, Westlleld, Excessive tear Is always powerless. has announced the sale or this home at 2400 Poets Place, has announced the sale of this home at 251 Pembrook AMChyliM Scotch Plains. The property was marketed by Mary Road, Mountainside. The property was marketed and Ellen O'Boyle. the sale negotiated by Camle Delaney. T-SP ROTART CLUB HAW&-OT-VOVTH" CAMPAIGN SESET PROCEEPS TO YOUTH PROGRAMS ts THE cossmmrr? The word "textile" comas from the Latin term texere, meaning "to weave." FOR YOUTH...The Fanwood-Scotch Plains Rotary Club announced the kick- Burgdorff Realtors,600 North Avenue, West, Westfield, Burj-dorfTRcullors, d00 North Avenue, West, Westfield, off of its annual "Share-in-Youth" campaign at its weekly Wednesday meeting. has announced its participation in the sale of this home has announced the sale of this home at 11 Montrose The annual campaign raises Funds for local youth activities and charities. This at 1314 Pinegrove Avenue, Westfield. The salt was Avenue, Fanwood. The property was marketed by Karen year the recipients will be the Fanwood-Scotch Plains Young Men's Christian negotiated by Michele Elliott. Horwitz and Rebecca Wamplcr. Association, Resolve, the Rotary Foundation, Fanwood-Scolch Plains High School Leadership Conference and the Emmanuel Cancer Foundation. Mem- bers of the fund-raising committee pictured, left to right, arc: Joel Whitaker, Sean Duffy, Chairman; John Larkln and Warren West. Anyone interested in purchasing shares to support these programs and charities may contact any Rotary Club member or write to P. O. Box 100, Scotch Plains, 07076. Please include your name and telephone number. The biggest chicken on record was a 23-pound Australian roost- er named "Big Snow," In 1992. Burgdorff Realtors, 600 North Avenue, West, Westfield, Hurcdorff Realtors, 600 North A venue, West, Westfield, has announced its participation in the sale of (his home has announced (he sale of (his home at 38 Mohawk at 356 Stout Avenue, Scotch Plains. The sale was nego- Trail, Westfleld. Theproperty was marketed by Loretta tiated by Glna Surlano. Wilson. The bottle-nose dolphin Is the most Intelligent animal that lives in the water. REALTOR EFFORTS "I CAN'T SfABU. PRODUCE THING-..." The Prudential Dcgnan Jtnylo Realtors office has an- nounced Hie sale of the above property at 1823 Front SPOOKY TIME...Mr. and Mrs. Donald Depew and their daughter, Jacqueline, Street, Scotch Plains. The property was marketed by pose tora picture at the Weslfield Welcome Wagon children's Halloween Party. Marge Cuccaro of that firm. A parade, treats and u story were all part of the excitement for the children of members of Welcome Wagon. "The club has many activities for you and your • Paid Advertisement family. If you are interested In joining, please call Mrs. Bryson Walker at 654- Salmon can remember odors 7819," a"spokesman said. for as long as several years. rage iy Town Food Pantry Seeks Goods as Winter Nears The Westfield Food Pantry will be and effort will help," he added. accepting donations for non-perish- Located in the gymnasium of Holy able foods and personal goods in Trinity InterparochiaJ School on First preparation for the winter season Street, contributions can be dropped ahead. • off on the first Saturday of each month, "The forecast for a repeat of last December through March, from 9 winter, brings concern for the many a.m. to 3 p.m. Additional information families in the local community, re- and those interested in donating a ferred through state and county agen- turkey for Thanksgiving, please call cies, which benefit from this volun- Steven Andreasen at 233-3935 in the teer program," a spokesman said. evenings. "As an individual with a box of cereal, a family with a bag of canned Halloween Celebrated fruits or a group or business with a box of personal goods, each thought At Evergreen School Halloween at Evergreen School TRAVELTIME.Mrs. Patricia Reed, left, of Turner World Travel of Westfield, Hope is desire and expectation rolled was celebrated all different ways. On picks the winning ticket in the Trip of Your Choice raffle and presents it to Mrs. into one. AmbfOM Bkrct NIU McHugh, Scholarship Committee Trustee of the Woman's Club or West- October 28 students and their parents field. This is the 18th year that Richard Turner of Turner World Travel has co- PUBLIC NOTICE attended on e of the three parties offered that nigh by the Parent- sponsored this event by donating the grand Prize, $1,000 worth of travel RESOLUTION accommodations and services, at the scholarship fundraiser to benefit Westfleld WHEREAS, the Township Council of th* Teacher Association. MAKING A DIFFERENCE...William Glenn, a resident of Westfield and a High School seniors. A luncheon and fashion show at the Westwood in Garwood Townohlp of Scotch Plains has determined Mrs. Debbie Bobyack, Mrs. Alice market unite general manager Tor the Pepsi Cola Company, was recently was part of the event. "Hit or Miss" in the Garwood Mall supplied the fashion's that the services of an attorney could be Heuther and Mrs. Donna Dugher were honored at the third March of Dimes Community Service Awards Banquet held which were modeled by members of the Woman's Club. The winner of the Trip required to assist the Township In a mat- among those parents who helped in Newark. Recognized for his commitment to the issues affecting children and of Your Choice raffle was William Henderson of Lakehurst ter which will be heard In Scotch Plains Municipal Court regarding a possible vi- make the evening a success. his community, Mr. Glenn, center, is pictured addressing the audience after cious dog case; and On the big day itself, students and receiving the award. Attended by 200 people, the third Community Service WHEREAS, funds are available for this teachers paraded in costume. Awards Banquet raised more than $23,000 for the March of Dimes Campaign purpose In the 1994 municipal budget In for Healthier iiabies. an amount not to exceed One Thousand Dollars ($1.000). (line Item 1 e-240) as Indi- PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE cated by the attached certification of funds signed by Director of Finance Al Steinberg; and NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE WHEREAS, the Local Public Contracts Law (N JSA 40A: 11 -1 et seq.) requires that the resolution authorizing the award of a contract for professional services without FOR NON-PAYMENT OF TAXES IN THE competitive bids must be publicly adver- tised. NOW. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Township Council of the Township BOROUGH OF FANWOOD of Scotch Plains, Union County, New Jer- Public notice is hereby given that I, Joyce c. Carraway, Tax Collector of the Borough of Fanwood, will sell at a public auction on sey, that JOHN DeMASSI of the firm of the 22nd day of November, 1994 at 10:00 o'clock In the morning In the Multi-Purpose Room of the Fanwood Borough Hall. 75 North Qasiorowskl & DeMassl. 1766 East Sec- Martlne Avenue, Fanwood, New Jersey, the following described lands. ond Street, Scotch Plains, New Jersey, be The said land will be sold to make the amount of the municipal liens chargeable against the same on the 22nd day of November, appointed to perform the professional services aforementioned totheTownshlp 1994 together with the interest and costs of sales, exclusive however, of the lien for taxes for the year 1994. ol Scotch Plains. Said lands will be sold In fee to such persons as wiH purchase the same, subject to redemption at the lowest rate of interest, but no case in excess of eighteen (18) per cent per annum. Payments for the sale shall be made in cash, certified check or money order This contract Is awarded without com- before the conclusion of the sale or the property will be resold. petitive bidding as a "professional ser- Any parcel of real property for which there shall be no other purchase will be struck off and sold to the municipality in fee for vice" under the provisions of said Local redemption at eighteen (18) per cent per annum end the municipality shall have the right to bar or foreclose right of redemption. Public Contracts Law because the ser- The sale will be made and conducted In accordance with the provisions of Article 4 of Chapter 5 of Title 54, Registered Statutes vices are of such a qualitative nature and of New Jersey, 19B7, and amendments thereto. will not permit the receipt of competitive At any time before the sale the undersigned will receive payment of the amount due on the property, with Interests and costs bids due to the subjective difference In the work product of such persons and the incurred up to the time of payment by cash, certified check or money order. fact that the ethical requirements of such The said lands so subject to sale, described in accordance with the tax duplicate, Including the name of the owner as shown on profession will not permit such bidding the last tax duplicate, and the total amount due thereon respectively on the 22nd of November, 1994 exclusive of the lien for the Dated: November 9,19S4 year 1994 are listed below: TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS LOCATION NAME BLOCK/LOT AMOUNT Barbara Rlepe 1. 36 Madison Avenue Keenan, Gary G., and Laura M. 8 16 192.08 Township Clerk 4. 173 Pleasant Avenue Leigh, William ft & Carolyn S. 24 10 6,112.97 1 T — 11 /17/94. The Timee Fee: *37.37 8. 19 Byron Lane Grande, Maria 27 35.A 1,899.66 ABOUTTROUBLED YOUTH...AU recent optimist Clubof Westfield monthly 10. 60 Hunter Avenue Voelker, Michael W. & Lisa 30 16 5,503.62 dinner meeting at B. G. Fields Restaurant, are Kenneth Halnes, left, Director of PUBLIC NOTICE 11. 241 North Avenue 282 Monroe Avenue Corporation 33 3 14,119.62 12. 25Waldon Road Brltton, Allison & Meyerhoff, Linda 44 14 5,670.63 the Mentor Program for the Union County Probation Department, and Frank SCOTCH PLAINS 14. 15 South Avenue The Goal Post Inc. 55 2 140,503.33 Schwarzer, President of the club. Mr. Haines was the guest speaker who came BUDGET PROPOSALS HCAHINO 17. 230 South Avenue South Avenue Developers 64 1 3,083.55 to Inform club of this new program that pairs troubled youth in Union County NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the 18. 576 North Avenue Buckiand, Gordon & Lois 68 33 2,514.06 with trained adult mentors. The Optimist Clubof Westfleld is non-profit service Scotch Plains Municipal Manager has 21. 468 LaGrande Avenue Mueller, Arlene, Jeffrey & Jody 77 20 4,907.80 club whose projects, such as Hands on Science and Project Graduation, benefit scheduled public hearings for the review 22. 461 Terrill Road Letter, Fred & Pomplllo, Louis ,d 18.02 2,155.89 youth and the community. For more information about Joining the club, please of the 199S municipal budget proposals 23. 1B Roosevelt Avenue Green, Mark, Steven & Ernst h. 116 51 2,629.48 contact Mr. Schwarzer at 654-1074. from Department and Division Heads on 24. 227 So. Martlne Avenue Williamson, James Sr. & Pearlle 118 2 6.356.39 November 28, 1994 between 10:00 a.m. 25. 1 5 Washington Avenue Antonlne, Gerard M. 119 e 45.57 and 4:00 p.m. 26. 56 Trenton Avenue Secretary of Veterans Affairs 121 1 549.56 More details on scheduling are avail- able in the Office of the Municipal Man- SEWER & CURBING ASSESSMENTS ager at 430 Park Avenue, Scotch Plains, 27. 15 South Avenue The Goal Post Inc. 55 2 222.79 New Jersey.The public Is Invited to attend 28. 499 North Avenue Romeo, Domenlco & Tina 76 1 297.73 the hearings. 29. 41 Chetwood Terrace Pletscher, Markus B. 95 10 1,537.34 Thomas E. Atkins . Joyc* C. Caraway Municipal Manager Tax Collector Brazil I* th» world's leading banana-growing country. 1 T — 11 /17/04, The Times Fas: * 15.30 4T— 10/27, 11/3, 11/10 & 1V17/94, The Times Fee: $131.58 I SCHL0TT° REALTORS Q)wtinctio& WESTFIELD $317,500 MOUNTAINSIDE $339,000 SCOTCH PLAINS $305,900 Spacious, charming4 bdrm. colonial in pristine condition. 30' liv. rm. w/ Contemporary style home in levels. Cathedral ceilings, fam. rm. w/fplc, Simply smashing, brick front ranch. Ideally located. AAA+ amenities fplc, formal din. rm., new eat-in kit., fam. rm., deck and more. VVSF- 4 generous bdrms., 2.S bths. Set on over 1/3 acre of wooded property. including central air & vacuum, 2 sided fplc. and manicured grounds. A 5235 WSF-5210 mu tto ee WSF-5240 WESTFIELD $279,000 FANWOOD $219,900 HILLSIDE $299,000 Pristine ranch on a quiet cul de sac in the heart of "Wychwood." 3 bdrms., Perfection! 3 bdrm.., 2 full bth. home in levels features many updates Circa 1K71. Restored In its original grandeur offering large eat-in kit. w/ 1.5 bths., fplc, cac and more. WSF-5190 including remodeled bths., modern kit. & fresh paint inside and out. tin ciilinu, oak fir. & cabinetry + wood burning stove, 4 bdrms., 3 fplcs., WSF-5219 fam. rm., patio and more. WSF-5168 COLDWELL BANKER SCHLOTT®, REALTORS" COLDUieLL WESTFIELD 209 Central Avenue #1 Westfleld Office #1 LEI (908) 233-5555 SCHLOTT" REALTORS' 01M1 Cnlilw.-ll BatikiT Reslilfnllnl Krai Bum-. An Itqual Opportunity Company. Equal lli.u*li« ».nimily. Sonic Oftes Imlcprndnitly Ownnl anil Opcralcd. Page 20 Thursday, N««tMkcr 17, J994 Temple Emanu-EI -&eligtotuf To Host AIDS Event The Temple Emanu-El inWestfield ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL CHltCH PANWOOB nisnmuAN CHURCH will be the host congregation for the 559 Park Avenue, Scotch FUUM ffarrlnr ud La Crude Avenue The Reverend J. R. NCIIMM, lector P.O. la 69 statewide AIDS observance, Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thunday Fd "Candles in the Wind: People of Faith and Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. M*9 Take a Stand Against AIDS," on Thursday, 9:31) am., Bible Sludy; noon, Ai- 1W lenreal Dr. BcaaU Cordon Lewis, World AIDS Day, Tuesday, Decem- Anon. and 7:JO p.m., Choir Practice Jr., Senior Pastor Saturday,9 am. to 5 p.m., YulerJde Festival TV Reverend Cyatkia S. Wickwire, ber 1. Sunday, 8 a.n> and 10 a.m., Holy Eucharist. AsMdale Pastor There wiH be a candlelight service Monday. 10 am, Senior Citizens; 12:30 p.n., Tke Revere** Elliaketh Andereon-Domer, accompanied by an interfaith choir Ovtreaters, and 7:30 p.m., Buy Scouts Troop No. Pastoral AaaocUCe 104. Far Christian Uucaiioa and display of the AIDS Memorial Tuesday, 7:30 p.m, Co-Dependents Anony- Bakert M. CanKwereJr., Director of Quilt. mous, and 8 p m, Alcoholics Anonymous. Musk and the fine Arts The AIDS Interfaith Network of Wednesday, 9 a.m., Holy Eucharist. Sunday, Thanksgiving Service, 10 jm; Learn- New Jersey has sponsored this event. inf Groups for children, 10:15 to 11:15 a.m.; Thanksgiving Dinner, II a.m., and Kolnonia The network includes representatives FUST UNITED METHODIST CHUKM Group, 7 p.m. and observers form 29 faith commu- 1 Cut Broad Slreel, WcatfleM Monday, Staff Heeling, noon; Men's Study nities, joining in the struggle against The Reverend David F. HtfWMd, Group, 4 p.m., and Boy Scouts Troop No. 33,7:30 AIDS and HIV. Senior Paator P.B. Trent JoBMon, Tuesday, Afternoon Discussion Group, I p.m.; "Please come for the sake of unity, Director of Marie Prayer Service, 2:45 P.O.; Westminster «ln|er», for those who are suffering and their Mn. Nonu M, Hockca|w, 4 p.m; WeMsalaster Sinter, 5 p.m., and Sanctu- caregivers. Please come for those who DlacoaalMinlMer ary Choir, 7:30 p.m. did not survive and who need to be Daniel lottorff, Wednesday, Thrift Shop, 10 a.m.; Genesis Anociate MlnlMer of Pirlii Cue aad Ituujen, 4 p.m., and Calvin Choir, 5 p.m. remembered. Show your support, Pastoral Nurture show your compassion, show that 235-4211 IT. HRUN'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHUKM you care," a spokesman said. Each Sunday there Is church school lor til UariMrts Mill Road and Bahway Avenue ages at 9:45 a.m.; Continuing Education Ciancf The event will begin at 7:30 p.m. Westflcld fur Adults: Disciple Bible Study at 8:30 am; and admissionis free.Temple Emanu- Tke Very Reverend Monaifnor Seekers and Searchers and People Called Meth- EI is located at 756 East Bror i Street odists it 9:45 am.; Fellowship Time - aa Infar- James A. lurke, Pastor mal gathering of the community and visitors The Very Reverend Monsignor and their telephone number is 232- begins at 1030 a.m.; Morning Worship at9 a.m. Thorns I. Meaney, Paslor Emeritus 6770. and again at 11 a.m. with child care TrdjStindiy, 232-1214 ST. PAUL'S EMSCOFAL CHURCH Couneay of Robin l Thanksgiving and Stewvdship Sunday and Cel- Saturday evening Mass, 5:30. 4M Eaal Broad Street ebration of Ministries, the Reverend David F. Sunday Masses, 8,9:15 and 10:45 a.m., 12:15 Weatfkld FOR THEIR YEARS—Weslfleld Presbyterian Church honored its SO-year, or more, members recently at worship Harwood, Senior Minister, will preach on 'Every p.m. and 6:30 p.m., winter only. 232 8506 service and luncheon. They are pictured above with Dr. William Ross Forbes, Senior Minister, top row left. Next to Dr. Member a Minister." Dally Masses, 7:30 and 9 a.m The Reverend Roger H. Ard, Rector Forbes are Thomas Street", Paul Meierdierck, Mrs. Myrtle Staack, Mrs. Betty Davidson and Cuddie Davidson; center, Sunday, Heifer Luncheon and Fair following The Reverend Elizabeth R. Ceilz, Mrs. Marian Cory, a 7Syear member; Miss Marian Cubberly, Mrs. Ruth Meierdierck, Robert Gregory, Mrs. Helen the II a.m. worship service, United Methodist FIRST CHURCH OF Auoclale Rector Wolf, Mrs. Louise Roche, Mrs. Florence Swink (partially hidden) and Miss Nancy Voder; front row, Mrs. Charlotte Yuutli Fellowship, 6 p.m., and Book Dlscuulwi CHRIST, SCIENTIST The Reverend Hugh Uvcngood, Awoclate Llndqulst, Mrs. Katherlne Hub*, Mrs. Eleanor Smith, Frank Wolf, Miss Helen Whltcomb and Mrs. Helen Voder. Croup, 7:30 p.m. 257 Midway Avenue Rector Rmerllua Missing from the picture are Mrs. Ruth Anne Gordon, Mrs. Lois Wiehl and George Brownell. Mrs. Jean Luce Is Monday, Women's Cornerstone Retreat 111 Fanwuod The Reverend Dr. Herbert Arrwiatcf ul, moderator of the Fellowship Commission which hosted the event. Team, i pm. 322*461 PriettAaMKlale Tuesday, Bible Study, 12:30 p.m.; Primary Sunday Worship 11 a.m, Sunday School for The Reverend DavM A. Cooling, and Wesley Choirs and Kids Discover and Cre- children and young adults up to age 20,11 a.m. PricalAawciatc ate, 3:15 p.m., and Fife and Drum, 6:30 pm. Chrlstlm Science Reading Room, on pre- Charlea M. lank*, MlniMer of Mttak mises, open Tuesday and Thursday, 11 a.m. to 3 Mrs. Cynthia Neely to Lead Wednesday, Wesley Hall Nursery School Thursday, 9:30 a.m., Holy Eucharist with p.m.; Wednesday, 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., and Closed; Youth Choir, 6 p.m., and HandbeLi, 7:30 Healing Rile, and 7:30 p.m., St. Paul's Choir Saturday, 10 i.m. to I pm. p.m. Rehearsal and Stamp Club In the Guild Room. Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, Church Office Wednesday Evening Testimony Service, Saturday, 6 p.m., Harvest Evening in the Discussion on Health Care and Wesley Hall Nursery School are closed. 8 o'clock. Parish Hall. ence graduate nurse in 1978. Friday, Church Office and Wesley Hall Nurt- Sunday, Last Sunday after Pentecost; United Mrs. Cynthia A. Alyce Neely of THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Than k Offering and Aids Aw areness S unday, and Mrs. Neely served as school norse ery School arc closed. OF THE HOLV TRINITY Chicago will lead a discussion on 7:45 a.m., Holy Eucharist and Rile 1; 9 a.m., health care from aChristian Scientist's at Principia College on both cam- Westflcld Avenue and First Street Confirmation Class; 9:05 am., Bible Sludy In the TERRJLL ROAD NILE CHAPEL The Very Reverend Monsignor standpoint on Tuesday, November puses, Camp Nurse for Adventure Guild Room; 10 a.m., Holy Eucharist and Church Unlimited and Superintendent of 535 Tcrrlll Road Francis J. Houghlon, Paslor School, and 11:30 a.m., Forum followed by 22, at 8 p.m. Nursing for the Christian Scientist Fanwood Rectory: 232-8137 Lunch The lecture will be held at the First 32Z-4O55 Saturday Evening Mass, 5:30 o'clock. Church in Virginia. Monday, 7:30 p.m., Boy Scouts In the Parish Church of Christ, Scientist, 422 East Family Bible Hour and Sunday School, 11 Sunday Masses 7:30, 9 and 10:30 a.m. and Hall and Bible Fellowship In the Nursery. In I985, she was appointed by the noon. Tuesday, 3:30 p.m., Primary Choir Rehearsal; Broad Street, Westfield. ladles' BlbleSludy,Thursdays9:30to 11 a.m. Mother Church to the accreditation Italltn Masses: 11 a.m., except In July and 4 p.m., Junior Girls Choir Rehearsal, and 4:30 Mrs. Neely attended the Christian Nursery provided for all meetings. team that inspected nursing facili- August. p.m., Junior Boys Choir Rehearsal. Science Sunday School from a very Please telephone Allan Wllks at 322-l929or Dally Masses: 7 and 9 a.m. ties. All of this eventually led her to Wednesday, 7 a.m., Holy Eucharist and 7:30 young age. She attended college in Paul Haggan at 322-9867. Intercessory Prayer, Monday, 8:45 a.m. p.m., Administration Committee In the Uiunge. the full-time public practice of nurs- Chicago and became a Christian Sci- ing science. Mrs. Neely became a Christian Science teacher in 1991. She has one grown son. Mrs. Cynlhia A. Neely The public is cordially invited to attend the discussion session. Child care will be provided. Festival of Creation For further information, please cal 1 At First Congregational 382-4821. Sunday, November 20 FIRST CHURCH Of CHRIST, SCIENTIST 422 Eaat Broad Street, Westfield Gerald Fierst, professional story- Sunday Service, 10:30 tii 11:30 a.ro. teller, writerand teacher, will sharein Sunday School, 10:30 lo 11:30 a.m. the leadership of worship at First Wednesday Evening Meeting, 8 o'clock. Congregational Church, 125 Elmer Christian Science Reading Room, 116Qulmby Street in Westfield, on Sunday, No- ARRET1 Street Dally9:J0am, to 5 p.m. vember 20, at 10 a.m. Thunday until ft p.m. Mr, Fierst is an Artist-in-Educa- • Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. tion for the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and a recipient of their TEMPLE EMANtl EL Fellowship in Playwriting. His work 756 Bast Broad Street, Westfield Rabbi Charles A. Kruloff was documented for public televi- Rabbi Deborah Joselow sion on the program ArtEffects. He 232-6770 has appeared at the National Friday, Mlnyan, 7 a.m.-, Shahhat Service, 8:15 Storytelling Festival's Exchange p.m. witrt Choir singing and Parallel Junior Congregation Service. Place, the International Children's Saturday,Mlnyan, llla.m.andllarMitzvaliof Art Festival, the Eugene O'NeillThe- Jason Laderman, 11)30 a.m. ater Center, the South Street Seaport Sunday, Mlnyan, Breakfast wtlh the Rabbi for Museum and the Museum of Ameri- • Kindergarten and Grade one, and "If It's Sunday, can Folk Art. It Must Be Time to Learn Hebrew," 9 am.; Career Moms, 10:45 am., and Temple Emanu-EI Federa- His appearance will be a part of the tion Dinner, 6 p.m. Church's "Festival of Creation" mu- Monday, Mlnyan, 7 a.m., and Nursery School sic, stories, and scriptures from many Breakfast with the Rabbi, 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, Mlnyan, 7 a.m., and Bible Class, 9:30 religious traditions. Worshippers are a.m. invited to bring a non-perishable do- Wednesday Mlnyan, 7 a.m. nation of food for the Westfield Food Thursday, Thanksgiving. Pantry. The festival is open to the public. THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Following the service at noon, per- OF THE IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY 1571 South Marline Avenue sons who wish are invited to bring Scotch Plains their pets for a blessing of the ani- The Reverend Wilfred C. Yco, Paslor mals, to be held on the church lawn. The Reverend George A. Clyde, Associate Pastor The Reverend Richard II. Odoemcla, Pilgrim Thanksgiving Associate Pastor 889 2100 Set by Presbyterians Liturgy of the Eucharist "Nurtured by u warm and produc- Saturday, 5:50 p.m fur anllcipatrd Sunday tive summer, the autumn of 1621 ESTATE LIKE GROUNDS JUST LISTED! Mass. This spacious expanded ranch on a private property offers numerous Thtsctisslccenterhall Colonial is within walking distance to Mountainside Sunday, 7:4S,9, 10:15 and 11:5*1 a.m. and brought a bountiful harvest to begath- amenities and updates. Six bedrooms, S baths, beautiful In-ground pool, Village shopping and excellent elementary school. Large living room 12:45 p.m. ered by America's early settlers. patio, porch, central air and more. Scotch Plains. $479,900. with fireplace, formal dining room,kitchen and baths renovated in 1987, Weekdays, 7, K and 9 a.m. Grateful for the providence that has 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, 25' recreation room. Professionally landscaped Summer, no <) J.ni. seen them through the previous win- with fully fenced rear yard. Westfield. $419,000. Holyday Bvt*s, 7 p.m. llnlyday Masses, 6:4 5 and 8 a.m., noon and 7 ter and anticipating what might lie and 8 p.m. ahead, athanksgivitigcelebration was Reconciliation arranged," a spokesman said. Saturday. Ill In 11 a.m. Thiscustom continued as Fanwood Saturday evening before 5:50 Mass. Thursday prior tc> First Friday, 4:30 to 5:30 Presbyterian Church invites all com- p.m. munity residents to a Pilgrim wor- itoly Hour - Second Monday (if the month ship at 10 a.m. on Sunday, November following Holy Name Mass. 20, in the sanctuary. The service will Wednesday, 7 to 8 p.m. Holy Hour concluding with Mass forthc sick and chemically dependent. be conducted in the manner typical for that time, and participant' will FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH dress in coslumes of the Colonial 125 Elmer Street, VCeslficId, The Reverend Dr. Juhn G. Wlghtman, period. Pastor Afterwards, the "Groaning Board" The Reverend Marc J. Tristcr, will beset for a Thanksgiving dinner Associate Pastor in the dining room prepared and Dr. Barbara Thomson, Organist and Music Director served by the men of the church. 233-2494 For meal reservations, please call Today, 12:30 p.m., Friendship Circle meeting the church office at 889-8891. In the Patton Auditorium; 3:30 p.m., Pilgrim Choir rehearsal In the Patton Auditorium; 6:55 p.m., Confirmation Class in the Coe Fellowship Hall, and 7:30 p.m., Chancel Choir rehearsal In Gospel Choir Performs FOUR BEDROOM COLONIAL "PARKWOOD" COLONIAL the Patton Audllorium. Meticulously maintained, this new lilting Is In an excellent location Today's theday toprevlew this spacious 4 bedroom, 21/2 bath home with Saturday, 9:30 a.m., Aspen Rlverpark and Saturday, December 3 within walking distance lo elementary school. New Improvements in- excellent street presence. Eat-in kitchen, adjacent family room with Hahllat for Humanity Service pro|ccts; 4 p.m., The Montclair State University clude the roof, central air, driveway, deck and patio. Amenities include fireplace, central air and well landscaped property. Lovely Scotch Plains famllyFellonshlpChrismun-makingsesslonwith Gospel Choir will appearat the Scotch fireplace and tilt-in windows for easy cleaning. Westfield. $345,000. pizza dinner In I lie Ketcham Hall. Plains-Fanwood High School audi- location. $359,000. Sunday,8 a.m., Men's Breakfast In the Fellow- ship Coe Hall; 9:15 am., teachers' mcetlnginlhc torium on Saturday, December 3, at Resource Room; 10 a.m., special worship service 7:30 p.m. The group's appearance is and food collection and Festival of Creation with a fund-raiser for the Black Student story teller Jerry Flcrst; 11:15 a.m., Bell Choir rehearsal In the Upper Room; noon, blessing of Union of the school. ALL POINTS the animals In Ketcham Hail; 6 p.m., grades 6 and 'The performance will include tra- LOCAL REAL ESTATE FIRMS 7 fellowships meet lei the Fellowship Coe Hall; ditional gospel songs as well as holi- WITH NATONAL CONNECTIONS 7:J0 p.m., grades 8 and 9 fellowships meet In the day selections. Former high school Fellowship Coe Mall. graduates, Kcnyatta Montgomery and Monday, 3:30 p.m., Lcydcn choir rehearsali n the Pattern Auditorium. Tashira Burweil, are members of the Tuesday, noon, bulletin and Prelude dead- singing group. lines, and 7:30 p.m., Chancel Choir rehearsal In The price of admission is $5 for 43 Elm Street 2 New Providence Road the Patton'Auditorium. students and senior citizens and $10 Wednesday, 10a.m., lllhlcSttidy In the Chapel Westfield, NJ 07090 Mountainside, NJ 07092 Lounge. for adults, Tickets are available from Monday through Friday, 9 am., Westfield Union students. For further ticket in- Cooperative Nursery School and Mother's Morn- formation, please call Mrs. Norma (908) 232-1800 (908) 232-6300 Ing Out. Paige at 889-8600, Extension No. The sanctuary Is accessible to persons who are disabled. 392. Thursday, November 17,1994 Page 21 Chanukah Program Reverend Ruane Slated at Library First Hymn Festival Set To Celebrate Mass Children in kindergarten through The Reverend Dr. Gerald P, Ruane, wftww ctoys riEsirreuAN CHUKH SCOTCH PLAINS IAPTIST CHUICH third grade are invited to the Westfield At Holy Trinity Church the former Pastor of Holy Trinity RomanCatholic Church in Westfield 19619 lttuatuf 333 Park Avenue Memorial Library to share the "Fes- Scotch riaiu ration, are organized around the 2«-«72«« 8 Scotch Plains tival of Lights" on Tuesday, Novem- The first Hymn Festival at Holy and presently Director of the Sacred The Reverend Dr. James ftrii, Pastor ber 29, from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. Trinity Roman Church, 315 First theme, "Rebuild My Church." Or- Heart Institute in West Caldwell, will Slindjy, 9 a.m., Sunday School for Children Charles Hutchison, Director of Chriatiaa Street, Westfield, will be presented ganist and Music Director is Rives celebrate a special Healing Mass at lad A*UU with the Junior High Topic, "So you're Education Conducted by Miss Lisbeth Brodie, » ChrWui. Whit difference does that make?" 322-5487 the program will feature Hanukkah on Sunday, November 20, at 7:30 Cassel and narrator is the Very Rev- St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church TheSentorHighToplcwIU be an examination of Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship, p in. i n the church. The evening is an erend Monsignor Francis J. in West Milfordon Monday, Novem- other rdkkuis and how they differ from Chris- stories, the dreidel game and potato 1045 am.; Baptist Youth Fellowship, 7 p.m. opportunity for the audience to sing Houghton, Pastor. ber 30 at 7:30 p.m. tianity. The Adult Topic will be "How Jesus Child care provided during Sunday School and latke refreshments. In-person regis- Trained His Apostles," 10 am, Fellowship Time; worship. tration begins November 21 and all hymns, assisted by the Holy Trinity The public is cordially invited to All are welcome to attend. Follow- 10:30 am., Worship Service with Nursery Care children must have a Westfield Li- Choir, with special accompaniments attend. ing the Mass, there will be an oppor- and Junior Activities for three-, four- and five- CONGREGATION All YEHUDA played by organ, brass, woodwinds, Admission to this program is free, tunity for individual blessing and year olds. The Reverend RonaW de Grout will brary card. 1251 Terrill Road bells and Orff instruments. but a free-will offering will be ac- prayer for all who desire it. A free deliver the sermon;" 11:45 a.m. to 3215 p.m Scotch Plain* Joyftil NouKsChildren's Choir. All children grades Located rear entrance of Aawmbly of Col Commodities to Be The hymns, with appropriate nar- cepted. will offering will be taken at the Mass. kindergarten through Grade 5 welcome. Youth Evangel Church GRACE ORTHODOX Books, audio cassettes and video tapes Groups led by Rob Merriman, Director of Youth 541-4849 CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH on various aspects of healing will be Ministries; 6 to 7:15 p.m., Junior High with a Given Out Next Week 108 Eastman Street, Cranfor4 Worship Services, 10 am. Saturdays. 1100 Boulevard, WeslfteW available for purchase in the vesti- discussion on "What does it mean to be a Jewish and gentile believers in the Messiah of Commodities will be distributed at The Reverend C. Paul Strocltblne, Pallor The Reverend Stanford M. Simon. Jr. Christian In the 1990s?" and 7:30 to 8:45 p.m., Israel. St. John's BaptistChurch, 2387 Morse The Reverend Christine Regan, Pastor bule of the church after Mass. Senior High. r Avenue, Scotch Plains, on Monday Assistant Pastor 233-3938 or 2324403 The Sacred Heart institute is a FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH 276-2418 Thursday, 8 p.m., Chancel Choir Rehearsal and Tuesday, November 21 and 22, Sunday, 9:}0 a.m., Sunday school for children Christian center for preaching, teach- Thursday, November 24, 9:30 am., Thanks- 524 South Sirect The Reverend Christine Megan will preach at and adults with the adult topic on "Parenting;" ing and healing and is a part of the giving Worship Service. New Providence from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. only, due to the 8:15 and 11 a.m. services of worship on 11 a.m., Morning Worship with a nursery pr WESTFIELD $219,900 Immaculate three bedroom home with loads of recent updates Including: new kitchen, baths, windows, heat, central alr.sidlng, roof & much more. Beautifully landscaped yard with pool, Jacuzzi & deck. A MUST SLfc! HOME/OFFICE NESTLED AMONG THE TREES This custom built, impeccably maintained, conveniently located 4 bedroom, INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY This wonderfully maintained 8 room split leval home boasts 4 large 2-1/2 bath colonial has approximately 700 sq. ft. of additional space for bedrooms, a living room with cathedral ceiling, dining room, eat-In kitchen professional oflice with separate entrance. All bedrooms are extra large. with skylight, and family room with sliding doors that open to the deck. Set Hardwood floors, CAC, raised bed perennial gardens. Offered in Westfield on almost an acre with a 2 car garage and an Inground pool. Offered in for $419,000. 9 Scotch Plains for $349,900. *T WFSTFIELD $189,900 Return or the classic corner store. Nicely updated deU/convenlent store "it* two bedroom apartment and large lot for expansion. High visibility location across from elementary school. Call today and be in business tomorrow! A LOT OF NEW ENGLAND ENJOY This is definitely not a drive by! A fireplaced living room leads to the formal this lovely ranch home situated on 105' x 211' park-like property. The home dining room, lirst floor family room with atrium door opens to a lovely a | (908) boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 lull baths, a first floor family room, fireplaced living Licensed | J,^ landscaped yard. There's an updated eat-in kitchen, 2 baths, central air, room and full basement with recreation room. In Scotch Plains for A S S O C ( A T E 5 security system. Close to school and NY transportation. Oflered In Real Estate 232-5556 $284,500. Broker Mountainside for $275,000. THE RESULTS ARE IN THE NAME! tr PS7821 t*PS7B48 /. B. to Premier Today At Westfield High School The Pulitzer Prize winning play, Michael Palmer and Jill Goldbcrger J.B. premiers this afternoon, Novem- lead the case as J. B. and his wife, ber 17, with a matinee performance Sarah. Also in leading roles are Greg at 3:30 p.m. at the Westfield High Paroff as Mr. Zuss and Josh Sigal as School Auditorium located at 550 Nickels. In the roles of J. B.'s chil- Dorian Road. dren are Jesse Blumberg, Steve Mrs. Joseph Nierle, the high Cunningham, Alexis Rich, Sara school's drama teacher, has been di- Becker and Kristen DelDuca as recting the 29-member case in this David, Jonathan, Ruth, Mary and unusual verse play set in current day. Rebecca. She noted this play first made its Thegroupofwomenintheplayare appearance in the theater in the 1950's, Jamie Feiner, Lauren Mazzarese, but its story holds true for today. Corinne Leibrich, Rebecca Vinacour, "Based on the Book of Job, the Michelle Lyons and Rasheeda Hawks. play shows a prosperous, powerful Bildad, Zophar and Eliphaz, J. B.'s businessman with a lovely wife. He comforters, are played by Matt has everything a man desires, fine Greenlaw, Chris Blaszcyzyk and DISTINCTIVE POSES...Thirteen students have been recognized as National children, and believes that he has a Katie Hogan. Merit Commended Students in the Class of 1995 at Scotch Piains-Fanwood High right to have everything. Suddenly Evening performances are Friday, LEADING MOMENTS..."Tree Frogs Team" members, left to right, Colb School. Scotch Plains-Fanwood's Commended Students stand among 35,000 so he loses everything and wants to know identified acrotc the country. They, like the National Merit Semiiliulists, were November 18, and Saturday, Novem- Fagin, John Kane, Jocelyn Arlington and Michael Farley are pictured with their high scorers in the composite of more than one million students who took last why this has happened to him," a ber 19, evenings with the curtain at 8 teacher, Mrs. Wendy Masteller, at Roosevelt Intermediate School working on year Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test and National Merit Scholarship spokeswoman said. p.m. All tickets are $4. the "Adopt si Tree Project" which involved all sixth-grade science classes. Qualifying Test and hence were considered for 1995 Merit recognition. Com- mended students, left to right, include: Front row, Shannon Manigault, Lauren Trainor, Sara Simberg, Lauren Everitt and Meredith Valenzano; back row, U.S. Healthcare Signs Pact Dana Horning, Ellen Johnson, Christopher Wahlers, Greig Macintyre, Daniel Dumitriu, Francis Englert and Joshua Gebhardt Miss Manigauit has also earned the distinction of Semalinalist in the National Achievement Scholarship Program for Outstanding Negro Students. Andrian Andrews, killed last August With Overlook Hospital in a car accident, was also a commended student. U.S. Healthcare, Inc., one of the nelwork," said Paul Crespi, a spokes- nation's largest providers of man- man for lhe firm. "Our members will aged health care services, announced benefit from Overlook's facilities, Calendar of School Events November 14 that it has signed a medical staff and dedication to pro- long-term agreement with Overlook viding high quality care to its cus- Hospital of Summit. Underthe agree- tomers." For Scotch Plains, Fanwood ment, U.S. Healthcare members will The agreement is a full tnanaged • Today and tomorrow, Parent Con- present her recommendations inresponse have full access to Overlook care agreement ad will utilize U.S. Terences continue at the elementary to the Enrollment and Facilities Planning Hospital's medical facilities and phy- Healthcare's "CapTainer" payment schools, as does the Book Fair at Brunner Committee Report. The public is invited sician network. methodology, which adjusts pay- School. to attend. Overlook Hospital is a voluntary, ments to the hospi tal based on a set of • During the week of November 21 - SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS non-profitcommunity hospital which mutual ly accepted standards of qual- 23. Several of the primary grade classes Kelly Syring of Evergreen School has offers a full range of health-care ser- ity and service. will be dressing as pilgrims; making fall won "The What Gives Me Goosebumps" vices. It is a licensed 589-bed facility wreaths as Thanksgivinggifts; construct- contest sponsored by Scholastic publica- "We are pleased to enter into a ing Mayflower replicas, teepees and Ply- tions. She wrote about crickets. with a medical staff of over 700 phy- relationship with U.S. Healthcare," mouth town; singing Thanksgivingsongs During the past two months, M rs. Fran sicians representing all medical spe- said Michael Sniffen, President and and feasting on their own turkey cooking. Marmora, computer literacy teacher at cialties and subspecialties. The hos- Chief Executive Officer of Overlook • November 22. School One's fourth Park Middle School, has conducted sev- pital handles neuroscience, pediat- Hospital. "Theircommitment to pro- graders will hold a Northeast Festival, eral workshops for the seventh-grade prc- rics, women's services, oncology, viding high quality care lo their cus- capping eight weeks of study of the north- algebraclassesofMrs. Susan Marchalonis geriatrics, orthopedics and laser sur- tomers is synonymous with our ob- east states — their history, agriculture and Henry McFarlin. The students were gery. jectives, and we look forward tocapi- and flora. Teachers, Mrs. Doris Jones, using new technology available in the Mrs. Carol Rosncr and Mrs. Susan Albert, Macintosh laboratory in their mathemat- "U.S. Healthcare is pleased to add talizing on our mutual strengths." have helped the students to organize their ics studies. The concept o spreadsheets Overlook Hospital to our growing celebration. was introduced, formulas were devel- • November 22, 8 p.m. The board of oped, and appropriate graphs were inte- Absence ix one of the most useful ingreilimlK of family lil'«\ anil grated on the spreadsheets. Applications education will hold its monthly regular lo dost' it rifflilly is mi till like any (idler. public meeting. A report on district test- to mathematics problems and to the ing results will be made, and Superinten- Pythagorean Theorem were explored. —Fri-vu Slink dent of Schools, Dr. Carol B. Choye, will W<- lire all like Scheherazade's liunlmiul, in lliul we want to know what hup|H*iiM next. —K.M. Fonli-T A BIT OF A PREVIEW...Parents and teachers attending the recent Parent- Teacher Association Pot Luck Supper at Washington School of Westfield were **• treated lo a preview of their upcoming musical comedy, entitled "A Talent Show Science is built up with fuels, m a house is wild stones. Rut a col- Tonight." The show, in Its 47th year, is put together entirely by parent and teacher volunteers and serves as the school's only fund-raiser. Performances are lection of facts is no more a science than a heap of sloncs i» a house. scheduled for February 3 and 4. Pictured, from left to right, are authors, Mr. and About 50 percent of the world population Is expected to live in —Jules Henri I'oiiu-ure. Mrs. Joseph Materak, and producers, Mrs. Diane Seitz and Mrs. Denise Maran. cities by the year 2000. In the U.S., that figure will reach 85 percent. QUALITY, BRIGHT & AIRY PANORAMIC VIEW OF GOLF COURSE THE BEST!! 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(WF-4910) As a convenience to the buyer, monthly payments are Included in our ads. For purchiM prices up to $253,937, monthly mortgage payments (principal + Interest} quoted In our ads ore to qualified buyers, based upon Weichert, 185 Elm Street, Westfield a 20% downpayment and B conventional 30-year fixed rate loan fit 9.000% with 3 points, A.RR. 9.344%. Aa an example, a $100,000 toan would msan 360 monthly payments ol $604.62. For purchase price* from $253,936 to $025,000, the monthly payments a/e to qualified buyers based upon a 20% downpayment and calculated at 9.125% with 3 points on a "Jumjjo" 38-year lined rate mortgage wHh an A.RR. Of 9.472%. An example of a $500,000 toan would mean 360 monthly payments of $4,068.16. Figures herein are approximate end 908-654-7777 do not Include property taxes, hazard Insurance, or homeowners association dues for a condominium purchase. Interest rates quoted are as of We Sell More November 1,1994. and subject to change. Not responsible lor typographical errors: while Information Is believed accurate, wo request that the payment be validated with a mortgage provider prior to purchase. 020002m Because We Do More t* t6e Board Asked to Amend Ordinance That Disallows Rock Climbing What Noise From Proposed ShopRite Group Is Seeking Use ofWatchung Reservation Cliff Is Pertinent to Planning Board? By PAUL J.PEYTON Roger Furiness of Union, a shooter spent by shooters in fees goes toward Specially WHIM for Thr WntfitU Leadtr at the range, said there has been no the profits the facility generates. Mr. Noise was the topic at a recent Plan- todiscuss noise that occurs within the site A proposal was made last week by ning Board session. Under consideration of the proposed store. Their contention tests released indicating the water in DePaul said this money will be used a rock climbing group lo the Union the Rahway has been contaminated to help finance some of the improve- is the super-mega ShopRite store that appears to be that even though trucks are County Board of Chosen Freehold- may land at the current site of Westfield noisiest when accelerating or braking, by the lead left on the Trap an Skeet ments. He added further the water Lumber. these noises occur mostly on the public ers to amend its ordinance which facility's grounds. He said the lead comes from under the ground and not The ShopRite lawyer, of course, is roarls. Therefore, the Planning Board disallows such activity in the pellets have been on the ground for from the surface and thus the river is attempting to downplay any increase in shouldn't be concerned about these Watchung Reservation. The group 65 years, and they would be harmful not impacted. noise pollution, just as the attempt was noises! wants the board to permit rock climb- if they were "spoon fed to children." Representatives of the county's made to downplay any increase in air ing near Seely's Escarpment on Dia- Back to common sense. Diesel tractor- Michael DePaul of Roselle, who Department of Public Works in- pollution or traffic congestion. To hear trailers make noise. Diesel tractor-traij- mond Hill Road in Berkeley Heights. formed the board they wish to change ShopRite's version, it will be the first ers can't tell whether they're in a parking ON STAFF.. A tpokeuaaii for Turner Jeffrey Lucas, the President of has run leagues and registered shoots mega store ever that will have virtually lot, loading dock or public road. To get to World Travel of 5*0 SprioctleM Av- over the past 14 years, said pollution unions. They said a secret ballot has enut, Westfleld, announced Mrs. Watchung Area Rock Climbers Or- been taken at which time 51 of the 71 no impact whatsoever on its immediate the store, they gotta use the road. Hot-air ganization, a newly formed group is not an issue since the facility is surroundings! balloons aren't being used to deliver trac- Fontaine Gartti li now aaocl aud with solely used for 10 hours on week- members approved by a 50-1 count Now we often excuse lawyers from the tor-trailer loads of food. The more you their office. Mr*. Gitti has 23 yean of with approximately 50members, said to change unions. The workers want the cliff is only about 30 to 35 feet off ends. He said the buildings need reno- common sense requirement of citizens. use the road, the more you affect the experience a* a (ravel coandlant and l» vation both to the interior and exte- to join the same union that represents However, the twisting of regulations to neighborhood. Common sense suggests well-known for her travel presenta- theground. He said anchors would be the county's parking maintenance that the effect of both site noise and road tions to many area clubs and churches. used on both the top and bottom of rior. suit this developer's purpose may make He said 50 per cent of the money workers. us laugh until we cry if we're not careful. noise be considered by the Planning the cliff to ensure the safety of the Here's their logic: Board. climbers. This process, he said, is Noise from trucks and tractor-trailers After 200 years, we have one of the Cub Scouts Participate know as toproping. i SUPERINTENDENT'S JOURNAL that occurs on a public road is partially prettiest communities in the state. Cer- In Many Fall Activities The cliff will be used only by per- exempted from certain noise ordinances. tainly, common sense has helped along sons who want to learn how to climb. The stale apparently had to make certain the way. it would be a shame not to keep The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Cub exemptions since common sense says or wits about us at this late dale! scout Pack No. 4 was well repre- Mr. Lucas, a Basking Ridge resident, Usual Business Skills that il'i not possible to control all load- Robin Fry sented at the fall Cub-e-los camping said the training groups would con- way noise throughout the state. Conse- WcstflcM weekend at the Winnebago Scout sist of a maximum of a dozen climb- quently, counsel for ShopRite only wishes Reservation. Scouts participating in- ers to an average of four or five. Just Aren't Enough cluded David Kocses, Brian In response to a question by Free- Kopnicki, William Leary, Jack holder Walter McLeod, Mr. Lucas By DR. CAROL B. CHOYE You See, Not All the World SfrlMntUml o/Sthoolt Meade, Eric Pratt, Ryan Prete, Daniel noted that about one-third of the Scotch FUiuFmirocJ School Obttkl Rosenkrantz, Matthew, Thomas group's members are from Union Is as Bad as We Think County. Ruggieri and Ian Wehrle. How many of you who graduated from the current trends in the business world Recently our dog, Searnus, was killed local gossip is laden with who's divorc- The following weekend the fifth- Freeholder Elmer M. Ertl said Mr. high school 20 or more years ago share and to introduce students to the full range by a car after being missing fur a week. ing whom and what family'schild is most grade Webelos den attended a week- Lucas was "unrealistic" in stating my recollection of business courses — a of career possibilities. We were devastated. recently in trouble. Schools send home end Boy Scout camper as one of their that the placement of warning signs sequence beginning with typing, maybe "Students come lo us havingkeyboard- But, as time goes by, we find ourselves mostly warnings about failure and lack of introductions to Boy Scouting. At- at the top of thecliff will help prevent some business law or math, bookkeeping ing skills, many are already computer- reflecting more and more on the caring participation. tending were Robert Gegner, Michael non-members from having accidents. and stenography? Classes were generally literate, most are college bound. They'll and support we received from friends, Let'scul ourselves abreaklWeare, by Mr. Lucas said posters explaining geared toward students headed directly be managers, administrators, accountants Heinrich, Michael Jensen, Roark and entrepreneurs. Traditional business neighbors and strangers alike — people nature, kind, compassionate, teachable Koch, Stephen Pagano, Matthew to passersbys of the availability the into work places as secretaries, clerks and who took time from their busy lives to and honorable human beings. It is easy to office assistants. How limes have programs just aren't enough any more," Ruggieri, Ryan Stewart, Matthew rock climbing training group will be she said. stop in, call or write to offer held in our overlook these qualities because of the placed at the bottom of the cliff. changed! search for him. pressures of surviving in our disaster Sturm and Ian Wehrle. I had occasion recently to visit the In addition to their regular classroom This outpouring of support has been a driven society. How about acknowledg- Pack meetings have also been busy In other business, the board intro- business classes of Miss Frances DeSalvo work, students also have several opportu- wonderful learning experience for our ing that we aren't bad people — that our with many Scouts receiving activity duced an ordinance that will appro- at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School. nities during the year to sample the world children and, surprisingly at our age, for cups are half full of goodness, ralher than badges and awards. In October the priate $6 million for the renovation We talked about the kinds of experiences of work. Miss DeSalvo's Future Busi- my husband and myself. half empty, and that given our intelli- pack had a festive Halloween cos- and improvements at the Galloping her students need today. ness Leaders of American and the high People really are wonderful. gence, energy and imagination we can Hill Golf Course in Union. A total of Traditional business programs have school's Black Student Union jointly make our lives bloom with the best hu- tume party and each den created a sponsor a Career Selection Workshop Despite wars in Bosnia, assassinations life-size scarecrow using stuffing and $5,714,285 will be bonded for 15 been rendered almost obsolete, she noted, in the Mideast, rapes, carjackings, drive- man characteristicsrightinourown small by the rapid expansion of computer tech- where over twenty invited representa- part of the world's garden. old clothes. The November pack years. Oneof the additions toGallop- tives of local businesses and organiza- by shootings and drug-related horrors, ing Hill will be a miniature golf nology in today's offices. there are many more good people than Thanks to all whooffered held, prayers, meeting featured a visit from the tions, including some parents, share what course. "Employees care less about words per they do on the job. evil in our world. support and condolences. You have in- National Guard Signal Corps where minute these days than they do about Newspapers and television seem to spired us. the Scouts got a chance to see and try Freeholder Chairman Frank H. what computer languages and programs Students arc currently planning a day report mostly shocking and depressing The Hlgglns Family out someof the latest in communica- Lehr announced that he would con- you know," she said. on-site at Chubb & Son, Inc. where they' II news of man's inhumanity to man. The Westfleld tions equipment. sider donating the Robinson-Bownes It seems clear from seeing her classes see computer laboratories, the "catastro- Currently underway is the annual House on the Oak Ridge Golf Course in action the district's business depart- phe" department and accounting depart- ment has responded positively to changes ment in action, all a part of their annual Scouting for Food project. The pack in Clark to any historical group that Partnership in Business project. We Didn't Have Rooms Devoted members are distributing grocery would help pay for its re-location in the modern workplace. The depart- bags in their neighborhoods for col- from the golf course. ment is proud of its recently installed Later in December, pairs of students To Either Art or Music computer hardware and in the Informa- will spend time with volunteer local Ro- lection of nonperishable food sup- Freeholder Lehr said he would rec- tion Processing and Accounting classes. tary members in a "job shadowing" expe- Are there parents in town distraught clubs and a choir, presenting them in plies for the needy. ommend the board pay whatever it Miss DeSalvo's students learn the ins- rience. These opportunities give students about the possible temporary loss of mu- numerous superb concerts and church would have cost to demolish the build- and-outs of Microsoft's "Office" soft- valuable insights about the skills they'll sic and art rooms in the Westfield schools? services through (he year. Sister Rose Rachel Silverman ing for the relocation of the building. ware package. Student activities go be- need in business and have the added ben- If so, allow me a few words of consola- lovingly and tirelessly devoted herself to The recommendation was made by yond traditional and clerical practices efit of letting the community see what tion. the musically promising among us. And, Named to Who's Who the county's Parks and Recreation and si mulate the newer role of "adminis- students are learning. It is no secret that virtually all paro- unlike present students in the Westfield Rachel L. Silverman, a senior at Advisory Board. The building dates trative assistant." On the day of my visit, In many ways the experience of our chial schools lack such frills as special schools, we lacked no opportunity to be back to the 18th century. students were preparing business letter business department is a model of what space reserved for music an dart instruc- heard publicly as soloists in school pro- Muhlenberg College in Allentown, using the "Word" word processing pro- A numberof county residents spoke education is all about these days. Stu- tion. Holy Trinity, which I attended, was ductions...... Pennsylvania, has been selected as a a gram, Hex accounting classes.are ajso dents must gain a sense of real-world no exception. Butthe arts;miure you,' Lack of specific rooms consecrated to member of the 1993 Who's Wh