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XX INLAND EMPIRE ^ T Wednesday 250 April 26,1989 HISPANIC NEWS Volume 2, No. 13

INLAND EMPIRE HTSPANIC CHAMBER OF ROMMFURF. Best ever "Cinco de Mayo Fiesta" set for May 5-7

The Inland Empire Hispanic Chamber the Copa Cabana Talent Productions. of Commerce announced its plans for The highlights of the entire festivities the annual Cinco de Mayo festivities will be the Coronation of the Queen, Cinco de Mayo Parade Grand Marshals during it executive meeting. "This will with Miss USA and Miss Mexico as be one of the outstanding events that the guests. Chamber has had for a very long time Other performers include Antonio and wc have worked very diligently to Guerrero - actor and interpreter of bring the best entertainment to our Mexican songs. Los Policias Group, community during our celebration," Saul Reynosa, Rebecca Armenia and stated Mr. Manuel Morales, general many other musical and dance groups. program chairperson, during a recent Johnny Rodriquez, a local and popular interview. A schedule of the activities singer will be part of the program. and dates are on page 6. The major highlight will be the presen­ This will be the 33rd anniversary of the tation of Miguel Angel Rodriques, a establishment of the Chamber which major star of television and movies was founded by Mr. Salvador Ro­ direct from Mexico City. driguez, the original owner of Mitla's KDIF and KCAL will have remote Restaurant. The 16th of September and control broadcasts at various times. the 5tl) of May feslivities were origi- One of the major events will be the ' naied in 1966 \^hcn Alfredo Ehci.so w-as parade oh Saturday,"May 6i'^arting St the Chamber president. Another 12:00 P.M. from Lytle Creek Park and Lupita Beltran Lalo Guerrero founder was Mrs. Isabel Valencia, who going north on Mt. Vernon to 7th has held many positions, including the Street. Approximately 120 entries are first woman president. She will be one anticipated to participate in this year's of the many speakers on Friday, May parade according to Jerry Esparza, pa­ CITY ATTORNEY .lAMRS PENMAN 5th. rade chairperson. There wiU be a variety of entertain­ Lalo Guerrero and Lupita Beltran, Warning on Absentee Voting ment throughout the three days of ac­ long-time popular artist are Co-Grand tivities which start on Friday, May 5 Marshals. Air Force ROTC, several City Attomey, James F. Penman an­ voters in the City of San Bcmardino to: and end on Sunday, May 7. Alfred drill teams. Orange Show Sam, Army/ nounced today that City Attorney In­ 1. Not vote absentee unless necessary. Gonzalez, well-known radio personal­ Navy driU teams, Spuds McKenzie, vestigators have received evidence 2. Use the application in the voter's ity and manager of KCAL, will be the SBPD Dare Bear and others are sched­ which indicates that certain attempts to pamphlet rather tlian one provided by a Master of Ceremonies. Mr. Gonzales is uled to participate. misuse the absent voter procedure in campaign worker, if absent voting is currently on his second term as presi­ Individuals in the parade are Senator the upcoming Mayoral election are necessary. dent of the Chamber. and Mrs. Ruben'Ayala, Johnny Rodri­ being made. Specifically illegal forms 3. Not let anyone assist in completing The Mariachi Lucero De Lupe Soria quez, Monica Bemiz, the G.I. Queen have been prepared to authorize a third the ballot unless the voter is handi­ will be performing throughout the three and Cal-State Queen, Joe Baca and party to assist the voter to complete his capped. days, as well as other groups. Two other political leaders. or her ballot. In addition other actions 4. Not sign any election materials with­ ballet folkoricos will be performing; Mr. Morales stated that aU the citizens are apparently contemplated which, out reading. Ballet Folkorico Mixcoalli and Ballet in the Inland Empire are invited to though perhaps technically legal, are Folkorico Tonatiuh. Various modem come and bring their children and en­ contrary to the intent of the absent voter Questions may be directed to the office music groups will also perform, includ- joy the carnival rides, all kinds of food process. of the City clerk at 384-5128 or the City rfng Los G)^sies, Grupo Explosion and and the best of entertainment. The City Attomey therefore wams Attomey's Office at 384-5355

Inside Holcomb Endorsement Editorial page 2

GENTS / LPOA Installation page 3

Personal Profile: "Ernie" Gomez pages

Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Program page 6 Editorial Inland Empire Hispanic News Wednesday,April 26, 1989 L. A. MAYOR ITisnanic News Editorial: Bradley Endorses Holcomb Holcomb Endorsed Again the afternoon at the New City Cafe, Vanir Tower, Second Flixir, 290 Nonh On May 2, the citizens of San Bemar­ projects were indicative of a result- D Street, San Bernardino. Some 200 to dino go to the polls again to elect either oriented management style of leader­ 300 people are expected to attend. The Mayor Evlyn Wilcox, former Mayor ship. event will also feature numerous digni­ Bob Holcomb or former Mayor A1 Most importantly to the Hispanic citi­ taries. Cost of the reception is $50 a Ballard. zens, his appointment of seven His­ person or $99 per couple. For further During his tenure as mayor of San panic department heads, thirty middle information phone 889-8873. Bemardino, Mr. Ballard was instru­ management positions and his efforts Culminating Bradley's visit to San mental in accomplishing various proj­ to redirect the 1-215 off-ramps toward Bernardino will be a popular-based ects which are certainly visible todate, the Wcstside. rally featuring Mayor Bradley, Bob mainly, the two malls, parking garages, Mayor Wilcox, as previously sta Holcomb, Congressman George built and refurbished 13 little league has a leadership style of delegation of Brown and a host of other dignitaries. fields, the Boys Club and other city- auihority and a strong reliance on The rally is scheduled for that same wide projects. He was also able to get committees. Community projects that afternoon from 4 to 6 at Seccombe Lake the police dcparmient to respond to she has implemented have had a posi­ Park located at the comer of Sierra Way calls within a 3 minute notice. During tive impact on the city, such as the L. A. Mayor Tom Bradley and 5th Street. The aftemoon program his tenure, however, there was consid­ strong drug program, a Ncightorhood wiU feature a "Rainbow" of enterain- erable conflict and at times, strained Watch program and More Attractive Bob Holcomb, candidate for Mayor of ment, e.g., spiritual, country. Latino, relationships with city council mem­ Community Foundation. She is cur­ San Bernardino, announced at his etc. There will be an admission of $10 bers, which, as we are aware, goes with rently co-chairperson, with Supervisor weekly Saturday morning campaign per person and children are free. Ad­ the job. Bob Hammock, on the Norton Eco­ meetinf the endorsement of Los Ange­ mission ticket provides for free hot Mr. Ballard's decision to run for mayor nomic Development Committee. les Mayor Tom Bradley. Holcomb dogs and beverages. as a write-in is untimely, in that, the The Inland Empire and the City of San added "I feel proud and honored to have Holcomb concluded, "both the recep­ political climate is, and has been, con­ Bemardino are on a fast track which is received Mayor Tom Bradley's en­ tion and rally are designed to add tentious, to say the least, although he because of, strictly speaking, the eco­ dorsement. In my eyes, he is an out­ momentum to our grass roots cam­ has the legal right to take this action. nomics of our time and beyond the standing political leader who has con­ paign." More importantly, if he, or any citizen, control of local government, to a cer­ tributed substantially to the progress "On behalf of Penny and I, it is witli is striving for the top job in the city, thi s tain extent. We have witnessed a tre­ and development of Los Angeles." great satisfaction to know that Mayor process begins in the primary, where mendous influx of residential building Holcomb announced that Mayor Bra­ Bradley has endorsed my candidacy sufficient time is allowed and is essen­ and the growth of commercial and dley would be attending two functions for the mayorship of San Bemardino. tial to clearly discuss the issues that are industrial development. The an­ in San Bernardino on Saturday, April Furthermore, I want to extend a cordial- critical to our citizens. nouncement that Congress voted to 29. A private reception sponsored by invitation to all the people of San Ber­ We had previously endorsed Mr. close Norton Air Force Base and Friends of Bob and Penny Holcomb nardino to join us in welcoming Mayor Holcomb in the primary election, stat­ George Air Force Base increases^;sj^ will be held from three to fouro'clock in Bradley to our beautiful city." ing that his experiences in the Metro­ responsibility to put forth greater2iW politan Water District fight, his suc­ forts by our political leaders, their re­ CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL cessful effort in establishing the Cal- spective staffs and community leaders State San Bemardino campus, devel­ to revitalize our area. This is the current A Career With A Purpose opment of Hospitality Lane, the Ruby goal of the Norton Economic Develop­ Hemandez Community Center, five ment Committee. fire stations, three libraries, and other AGE: 20-31 SALARY: $2410 - $2879 per month All these important factors - the city's growth, the fight on crime and drugs, sensitivity to social needs (especially minorities needs), a total and viable WW INLAND EMPIRE wy HISPANIC NEWS commitment to the economic develop­ ment of the Wcstside and a broad re­ gional approach to the conversion of Wednesday, April 26,1989 Norton to civilian development and its Volume 2, Number 13 uses - mandates leadership and man­ agement qualities, including the abil­ The Inland Empire Hispanic News is ity to be visionary, analytical, deci­ owned and operated by the Hispanic sion-makers, and the critical test of Communication and Development past performances. Corporation. For the.se reasons we continue to en­

Publisher Graciano Gomez dorse Bob Holcomb. Editor Jack Fitzgerald Office Manager Trini Gomez Congratulations Design Jaclyn Ink The Cents Organization and l Photographer Tom Ballesteros Peace Officers Association are m Writers: Rebecca Gil Cecilia Gallardo commended for an outstanding pro­ • The CHP wants Hispanic Officers. Circulaiien gram on their annual installation din­ ner/dance and awards to Latino peace A Challenging Life Long Career for Men and Women. The INLAND EMPIRE IILSPANTC NEWS is distributed free of charge to designated "free, officers and to the professional enter­ zones" within the cities of San Bemardino and tainment by Latino actors and actresses For more information call: Cotton. Its total readership is 32,000 to include from Hollywood. This is a first for the mailed and carrier delivered pieces. Residents outside the "free zone" may be subscribe by Hispanic community and reflects the 383-4819 calling (714) 381-6259. efforts, planning and committment by Advertising both organizations to present to the community a symbolic testimonial that Califomia Highway Patrol To place advertising, visit the News office at through unity and coopcraiion, many 847 E. Brier Drive 1558-D Nonh Watcnnan, San Bernardino, CA things can be accomplished. This event P.O. Box 1029 92404, or call Trini Gomez at (714) 381-6259 to arrange an appointment. will be the forerunner of future accom-, San Bemardino, CA 92402 pli.shmenis in our cominunily. Keep up (714) 383-4819 . V. " the good VA oil. Community 3 Inland Empire Hispanic News Wednesday , April 26, 1989 Gents / Latino Peace Officer Installation

GENTS: Frank Rodriguez, Pres.; Luis Robies, Sec; Joe Rodriguez, Treas.; Luis Bravo, Sgt.-at-Arms; Antonio Napoles, 2nd Vice; not present Santos Fav- ela, 1st Vice

(Above) Gent's Citi­ zen of the Year Award. Larry Ramirez Citizen of the Year presented by Pete Ramos (left)

GENTS: 10 YR. MEMBERS (L TO R) Abelardo Padlila, Luis Bravo, Alex Lujan and Fermin Ro­ The awardees in alphabetical order; Jaime Estrada, driguez Oscar Gonzalez, John Hernandez, Von Leyvas, A1 Lopez, Charles Miranda, Frank Miranda, David Navarro, Oscar Oliva, Barbara Sanchez, Joe Sando­ val, Samuel Sarmiento, Robert Yzquierdo.

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The Cotton City Council extends best wishes Notaran que hemos anadidu algo al simbolo de Oportunidad loual de im H()«ar para todos, anadimos to the community in observance of Cinco De un mensae. ^Mayo and recognizes the contributions of all Ki mensaje es: la oportunidad es para todos. No importa Hispanics to the development of America. su raza, color, credo, relit^ion, edad, sexo, incapacidad fi'sica, estado civil o naciona lidad. Mayor Frank A. Gonzales No es una rejiia o una meta. Es una ley. Una ley que la Mayor Pro Tem E. Jerry Rios Industria de la conslruccibn a poya I'urr (emenle. Councilwoman Connie "Paddy" Cisneros Invitamos a toda la comuiiidad a que se unan a nosotros Councilman Max J. Lofy para que todo mundo lo sepa; por medio de nuestro Councilman Leroy "Bud" Rehrer simbolo, con palabras y con bcchos. City Council Offices Gracias. City of Colton 650 N. La Cadena Drive Colton, California 92324 For more information call: The San Bernardino County CHRB at (714) 884-8056 re • T""" O ^ City Politics Inland Empire Hispanic News Wednesday , April 26, 1989

tions were able to respond to pu^ic Holcomb proposes city manager for San Bernardino problems. However having watched the chaos In running for Mayor in 1989, it is my Mayor, with a City Manager, as San During most of the 30 years I have which has decanted upon City Hall deep desire to help bring about long Bernardino's chief executive officer participated in our city's cilS'ic life, I during the Wilcox Administration it is term positive changes in the political and the person designated to super\'ise have thought that having an elected clear to me that it is in the long term best and economic environment of San all City departments on a daily basis. official manage the daily operation of interests of the community to make a Bernardino. For that reason, as Mayor I In the interim, it is my intent to work the city staff was a good idea. It gave change. will seek adoption by the voters of a with the Council to hire the best city ad­ strong, dedicated Mayors the power to Today, the City of San Bemardino has City Manager form of government. ministrator available and delegate to rapidly mobilize City Hall to attack a $70 million budget and over 1,500 When in office, one of my first orders him or her an equivalent level of power. emergencies as they arose. employees. It is thus bigger than any of business will be to begin working This is not a position 1 take lightly. In fact, I believe I won election four private employer in the Inland Empire. with the City Council to draft a Charter Strong Mayor Government Once times in part because of the speed and Under the current charter, when Mayor amendment which will replace the Worked. efficiency with which my administra- Wilcox was elected she became Uie chief managing officer of this complex public organization. Wilcox's Mismanagement Reveals The Need For City Manager Gov­ ernment . Because Mayor Wilcox proved inca­ pable of managing City Hall efli- cicntly, the public's tax monies have been squandered, the streets have gone unrepaired, the Police department has been cutback, and the dmg gang war is in danger of being lost. The list of her management disasters is staggering: Three head Administrators in four years. 14 total top Managers gone. 3 Risk Co-cordinators gone while we face $200 million in law suits without insurance. 6 acting Planning Directors during the general plan debate. A cutback in the Police Department with crime on the rise. $500,000 accidently omitted from the budget. $13 million invested with an unli­ censed investment broker, who lost $176,000 of it in failed out-of-state /-S00'962'ffMf S&Ls. A $3.5 million subsidy to a wealthy Japanese Corporation on the Marako STRESS CAN BE UNBEARABLE. transaction. You or your teenager or someone you know may be in the midst - 10% of city lights blacked out. $1.8 million squandered redecorating of a personal crisis, a deep depression. Full of tension and anxiety over CityHaU. a relationship, work, school, a health condition. A dependency on alcohol Street sweeping cut in half. or drugs may have gone too far. Having watched Wilcox' failures, and 24 HOURS, EVERY DAY. realizing tJiat City HaU management Just call toll-free 800/962-HELR There's no need to face a tough will grow even more complex as our population expands, I believe it is now emotional situation alone. Not when you can talk to a caring, sensitive imperative for San Bemardino' long professional right this minute. Your problem may be resolved temporarily icnn health that we install professional on the phone. The right referral could.be the key. Or, we might have you City Manager govemmeni. come over; regardless, we can't help unless you call. With that fonn of govemtncnt, the public would never again face the risk WE'RE THERE FOR YOU RIGHT NOW. that a single, untested official like We're the people of The San Bernardino Community Hospital with Wilcox could be elected and then badly an 80-year heritage of caring. Our HELP line is one of our most important botch the management of San and effective services. And, it's there Bemardino's public affairs. for you this minute. Just reach out Modern Politics Leaves Voters Play­ and let us help you. Before it's ing Election Russian Roulette When too late. They Pick a Mayor. ^%The San Bernardino When our city was smaller, and poli­ tics was a locally mn, personalized Ul Community Hospital activity, better qualified people ran for 1500 West 17th St., San BerRardino, CA 92411,714/887-6333. A division of The Arrowhead Health Care System 1988 The San Bemardino Community Hospital. office, and the voters had some idea about the competency of the candi­ dates. In that environment perhaps an Evlyn Wilcox would never have hap­ Best Wishes to the Hispanic Community on this pened. special historical occasion of the "Cinco de Mayo" Continued on page 10

•.. Mayor's Race Inland Empire Hispanic News Wednesday , April 26, 1989 THREE TERM FORMER MAYOR Ballard back as write-in candidate for S.B. mayor A1 Ballard, former three term Mayor of community's last chance to rescue San and woric in and safe to rear our chil­ involving each citizen in some small San Bernardino (1965-1971) filed his Bernardino from disastrous decision dren. We do not have to stand for a way in our community life. We can do nomination papers to mn as an official making and get back to delivering serv­ second or third rate city government. that once again." Ballard concluded. write-in candidate for Mayor in the ices to our citizens." During my three terms as your mayor Those wanting to join: OPERATION May 2nd general election. Ballard, 67, Ballard continued, "I have just com­ we accomplished a lot and solved RESCUE - SAN BERNARDINO and a San Bernardino businessman wiU pleted an extensive survey of the regis­ many of our problems during a time of Write-in A1 Ballard for Mayor can caU challenge incumbent Mayor Evlyn tered voters in San Bernardino and oyer social unrest. We did all that facing the Ballard home at (714) 886-8449 for Wilcox and former Mayor W.R. "Bob" 80% of them responded that they fiscal restraints by pulling together and more information. Holcomb to regain the chief executive's would not vote in the May 2nd general |fice he held for three terms, election for either Wilcox or Holcomb Cinco De Mayo Special -Vpon filing his nomination papers. Mr. because they had no confidence in ei­ Ballard stated: "Since the .March 7th ther one of them. Likewise, a sizeable Frajita Feast primary election where over 70% of the percentage said that they would vote Your Choice of: registered voters in San Bernardino for me as an altemative to sitting out Chicken & Beef Frajitas this election for Mayor and many of refused to participate and a majority of in a special La Casita those who voted cast their votes against those stating a preference for either Marinating Sauce both Ev1)ti Wilcox and Bob Holcomb, Wilcox or Holcomb said that they I have been urged by hundreds of citi­ would cast the! r ballot for me if I would zens of all ages in our community to run again for Mayor. Therefore, I have take up the challenge and help lead our concluded that a write-in campaign is Entertainment community in a positive direction to possible to win if ihc people wiU get out 12 PM to 2 PM face the demands of the immediate fu­ there and vote for CHANGE and to get and ture and to tackle the problems that will SAN BERNARDINO MOVING 5 PM to 7 PM face us in the 1990's. After 14 years of AGAIN!" Margaritas $1.75 small - $2.25 large - Bud on Tap $1.25 confrontation, increased taxes and "I have agreed to take up this challenge Breakfast • Lunch * Dinner * Cocktails wasteful spending as well as 4 years of to lead our city back to common sense Visa • Mastercharge righteous incompetence, I have been decision making at City Hall and all our 385 N. E Street convinced that the majority of the citizens to join in this OPERATION San Bernardino 888-4877 people in our community have had RESCUE ~ SAN BERNARDINO and Between Court & 4th St. on E St. enough talk and now need and want work together to make this community ACTION. I believe that this is our once again a place to be proud to live f ™ REPUBLIC CAPITAL Cinco de Mayo: A Day for Freedom CORPORATION

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Friday. Max 5.1989 Inland Empire Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Cinco De Mayo Celebration 1989 5:00 P.M. Agrupacion Musical "Los Poiicias" Sponsored by Anhcuscr-Bush 6:45 P.M. American and Mexican National Anthems 7:(K> P.iVl. Coronation of the Queen and her court Miss USA and Miss Mexico Speech by Mrs. Isabel Valencia 7 :30 P.M. KCAL remote control direct from Plaza Park "Alfredo Gonzales" Master of Ceremonies Budwdsec Mariachi Cocula Copa Cabana Talent Productions Smday, May 7. l9iS9 Saturday. May 6.1989 U:(»0 A.M. Conjunto Sen{imient(» Norieno 11:00 A.M. Together Opposition 12:00 Noon Parade 12:00 Noon Conjunto Seniiiniento Norteno Grand Marshals: Lupita Beltran & Lalo Guerrero 2:00 P.M, Grupo "Los Gypsies" 1:00 P.Nf. (irupo "LOS GYPSIES" Pinata breaking on park grounds 2:00 P.M. Parade awards and trophies 3:00 P.M. Ballet Folklorio De Tonatiuh 3:00 P.M. Krystal and Show Director Robert Jacobo 4:00 P.M. Awards for Best Mexican Costumes 4:00 P.M. Grupo " Los Gypsies" 5:00 P.M. Grupo "Los Gysies" Dance contect 6:00 P.M. Krystal and Show Awarding trophies for best costumes 7:00 P.M. Grand entrance of Queen and her Court 6:00 P.M. Krystal and Show 7:30 P.M. KCAL remote control direct from Plaza Park Grupo "Explocion" - a salute to Menudo "Alfredo Gonzalez" Master of Ceremonies 6:45 P.M. Grand Entrance of Queen and her Court Mariachi Lucero De Lupe Soria 7:00 P.M. KDIF remote control direct from Plaza Park Antonia Guerrero - Magnifico Interpete de la Cancion Mariache Lucero De Lupe Soria Mexicana y actor Presentaction De Miguel Angel Rodrigues Saul Reynosa - Recording Artist Antonio Guerrero - Magnifico Interpete de la Cancion Ruben Nieto - Recording Artist Mexicana and Actor Hermanns Torrez - Canciones Rancheras Ruben Nieto Letty Fonseca Carolina Rodrigues - Canciones Rancheras Hermanos Torres Rebecca Armenta Lety Fonseco - Recording Artist Johnny Rodriguez Saul Reynosa Rebecca Armenta - Famosa Cantante Carolina Rodriguez Dueto Palmar

Vote for Bob Holcomb for Mayor of Sah Bernardino At a recent event honoring Cesar Chavez, Bob Holcomb was On Hiesday, May 2nd in attendance along with numerous Latino leaders in paying tribute to Cesar Chavez. Holcomb: if elected will expand and improve the police department's crime prevention efforts by increasing the police force.

Holcomb: if elected will develop a comprehensive and coordinated assault on durgs and gangs.

Holcomb: if elected will develop a realistic approach toward reviving the blighted areas of the city, such as the West-Side, by supporting strong and viable economic development which improves the quality of life, creates jobs and business opportunities.

San Bemardino needs a mayor of proven sensitivity, accessibility, competency, and decisiveness in working with the residents of San Bemardino towards improving the quality of life and that nerson is Boh liolconih.

Jack Stowers Excecutive Secretary/Treasurer, Central Vote Holcomb on May 2nd Labor Council; Cesar Chavez; W. R. "Bob" Holcomb Manuel Acosta Angle Mendoza George Aguilar Aurelio De La Torre Luis Gonzales Dolores & Johnny Mireles Fidel Aguirre Nancy De La Torre Oscar Gonzales Lalo Mendoza Helen Ramirez Gloria Aguirre Eduardo Elizando Enrique Guillen Valerie Montoya Lisa & Manuel Ramirez Philip Aldama Alfredo Enciso Guillemo Gutierrez Danny Morales John Regalado Joe Baca Pete Espudo Frank Hemandez Manuel & Bea Morales Mary Regalado Jerry Butler Angle Flores Ralph Hemandez, Former Margaret Munoz Richard Resendez Ofelio Cabrera Danny Flores City Councilman Armando Navarro Robert Resendez Tony Campos Emilio Flores Shine Hemandez Armando Nunez Audulio Ricketts Concha Casillas Mary Gallegos Carlos Huesca Clara O'Campo George Rivera Roy Casillas Larry Garcia Teresa King Hector O'Campo Joe Rivera Robert Castaneda Celita Gomez Rachel Mendoza Krasney Roger O'Campo Jimmy Romero Tony Chavez Benjamin Gonzales, Former Richard Lopez Herman Pena Rudy Rosales Jack Corona Police Chief San Bemardino Tony Lujan Angel Perez Bobby Vega Rosalie Corona Mayor Frank Gonzales, City Marina Marquez Mario Porras Jesse Valenzuela Manuel de la Torre of Colton Olga Mendez Ray Quinto Josie Zermeno HOLCOMB FOR MAYOR •!16 S. ARROWHEAD AVE. • SAN BERNARDINO, CA 9M08 • 0714) 889-8873 JACK KELLY, TREAS. ID. #800250 Cinco de Mayo Inland Empire Hispanic News Wednesday , April 26, 1989

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Una vez mas nos sentimos parte de esta gran fiesta. Felicitamos a la gran familia hispana y aplaudimos su esfuerzo y progreso. Por eso, siempre Budweiser... 8 Personal Profile Inland Empire Hispanic News Wednesday , April 26, * 1989i "Ernie" Gomez: A lifetime love of music Don Refugio played the trombone and asked to play the organ and sing at daily 1969 he directed the choir at St. Au-, bona Margarita played the piano and mass by the local pastor. Father Valen­ gustine Church in Culver City. organ. Upon Don Refugio's death, cia. By working for the pastor, he He was hired by the Pomona Unified Dona Margarita was left to rear eight eamed the spending money necessary School District in 1967, where he has children ~ four girls and four boys, for many high school activities and worked with mixed choms, boys and with "Emie" being the youngest of the clothes teenagers required. girls choruses, and general music boys. It was a stmggle for her, but she Having attended schools in Colton, he classes. In addition, he has taught aca­ managed by giving piano lessons to the graduated from Colton High School in demic classes, piano and guitar. community children, as well as her 1955 after which he attended San Ber­ In 1970 he joined the William Hall own, and playing the organ and direct­ nardino Valley College and eamed an Chorale which performed many choral ing a small church choir of ladies at the AA Degree in Liberal Arts, he then works in the Los Angeles area and the old San Salvador Catholic Church in enlisted int he United States Marine Music Center, singing such composi­ Colton, under Father Jose Valencia. Corp and was accepted into the prestig­ tions as Britten's "War Requiem", The She also travelled with her little choir to ious USMC Band where he gained Verdi Requiem, Beethoven's Ninth assist other churches in the surrounding experience arranging special music for Symphony and many other weU known communities. the director. works. The chorale performed one of Gomez can't help but marvel at how his Upon his discharge from the service, Gomez' Christmas carols at their mother miraculously managed to sup­ he returned to San Bemardino Valley Christmas Concert. port the entire family. Hard times arc College, this time majoring in music. He was director of the Immaculate not easy, but when you look back, He then transferred to California State Conception Church Adult Choir in Refugio "Ernie" Gomez mother's love and perseverance held it University in Los Angeles where he Colton from 1974 - 1986. He started all together - along with her very strict majored in voice and piano and mi- the first Diocesan Choir Festival discipline. nored in composition and instmmental whose goal was to spark more interest The arts have increased in popularity From an early age, "Emie" demon­ music. in choral singing during an era of in the Inland Empire in the last decade strated a high interest in music, espe­ After receiving his Bachelor of Arts church music when guilar and folk - new centers for the performing arts, cially in singing. He soon learned to Degree in Music, Emie continued at groups were more popular. These choir new concert groups, and symphonies sing favorite tunes for the neighbor­ Califomia State University in Los festivals were soon to become an an­ are now apparent. In this movement hood ladies who often rewarded him Angeles and eamed a Master of Arts in nual event. one can find many individuals who are with a nickel or dime: and that was a lot Music Education. He was a member of In 1982 Gomez founded the Canto dedicated to the expansion of music in of money for a five-year-old in the the university choir, the madrigal sing­ Bello Chorale, a small singing group our communities. Among these indi­ early forties. He can also remember ers, and was a tenor soloist at various dedicated to keeping alive choral viduals is singer, composer from when he first made his "stage debut" musical events. works by major composers and small Colton, Refugio "Emie" Gomez who is portraying Francis Scott Key singing During the years that he was attending ensemble pieces. Gomez arranges and a music teacher and director of tlie San the "Star Spangled Banner," complete school and the time in the service, composes many works for the thirty- Bernardino Canto Bcllo Chorale, with wig, white stockings, breeches, Emie commuted two or three times a voice chorale, ranging from American home-based at Sturges Auditorium. and buckled shoes when he was in the week to Colton where he continued to folk music to popular show tunes and Gomez was bom in Colton on April 17, third grade. Although he did not take direct the San Salvador Catholic Latin masses. 1937 of migrant parents, Don Refugio formal lessons at this time, he learned Church Choir and assist Father Valen­ Currently, Gomez is working on and Dona Margarita Gomez — both to read music (solfeo or solfeggio) and cia. From 1964 - 1969 he directed the "Recucrdos - A Mexican Musical talented and gifted musicians. Named play the piano well enough to accom­ adult choir at St. Catherine of Sienna after his father, his six older brothers pany himself. It was in these early Church in Rialto, and in the summer of Continued next page and sisters nick-named him "Emie" at years that he began singing with his an early age. mother's choir. At the age of 13, he was "HELPING YOUNG PEOPLE HELP THEMSELVES" CANTO BELLO CHORALE Estamos para servir a la communidad per medio de estos programes juveniles: presents RECUERDOS 888-5781 A Mexican Musical Mosaic 565 N. Mt. Vernon, San Bernardino, CA

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Community Service i-f Inland Empire Hispanic News Wednesday , April 26, 1989 Summer Youth Job Registration Summer job opportunies are available San Bernardino Emploj'mcnt and Salutes the for local youths between the ages of 14 Training Agency, 646 North Sierra and 21 through the City of San Bemar- Way. They may also be obtained at tlie county supervisor Hispanic Community dino Employment and Training various library branches. Agency Summer program. Registration will be held during the Larry, and joins with them The eight week program will pay entire month of May. Registration Walker $4.25 an hour for 35 hours per week. dates and time periods are listed on the in celebrating Participants must be San Bernardino application. City residents. For more information, please call Cinco de Mayo! "Applications arc now available at the (714) 888-7881, ext. 216.

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EL PROGRAMA "LINEA ABI- ERTA" QUE HA SIDO TRANS- "Cinco de Mayo rr Mosaic" a concert featuring the Canto MITIDO PGR LOS ULTIMOS Bello Chorale singing traditional SEIS ANOS A LAS DIEZ DE LA Mexican folk songs and waltzes, with MANANA TODOS LOS SABA- from 1st District Supervisor the Mariachi UCLATLAN from Or­ DOS, SE ESTARA TRANSMI- Marsha Turoci ange to be higlilighted. Ernie will fea­ TIENDO TODOS LOS LUNES A ture his own special arrangements at I.AS SEIS DE L.A TARUE. the April 30th concert, which will be DURANTE LOS SABADOS, EL held at Colton High School Whitmer PROGRAMA TENIA UNA DU- Auditorium at 5:00 pm. There is a RACION DE MEDIA MORA, Y beautiful heritage in Mexican music DEBIDO A LA CANTIDAD DE Best Wishes to that should not be lost, and he looks LIAMADAS DEL PUBLICO, forward to the success of this concert - LOS LUNES1ENDRA DURA- CTON DE UNA HORA. the Hispanic - and maybe it wiU become an annual EN EL FORMATO DE "LINEA event. ABIERTA" EL PUBLICO EN Community on Also in the works is a trip to Europe GENERAL ES PERMITIDO A with the Canto Bello Chorale, with HACER-LLAMADAS TELEFO- the Celebration concerts scheduled in Germany, Aus­ NICAS PARA DAR SU OPINION tria and Italy. SOBRE ASUNTOS DEINTERES In the future Gomez hopes to continue EN NUESTRA COMUNIDAD. of the to work with the chorale and expand his ALFREDO GONZALEZ musical interests in new fields. CONTINUARA SIENDO EL "Cinco de Mayo" CONDUCTOR DE LINEA ABI­ Anyone who knows "Ernie" knows ERTA. Fiestas him for his dedication and persever­ PARA MAS INFORMACION ance in the preservation of quality SOBRE F:L PARTICULAR music and performance — continuance COMUNIQUF:SE AL TELE- of the musical legacy left by his par­ FONO (714) 825-5020. Barbara Riordan ents, especially his mother.

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AMERICAN CANCFR SOCTFTY HOLCOMB: Cent, from page 4 , Last week for low cost mammography exams However today the City is big, and politics is so manipulated by men like The American Cancer Society is urg­ and include mammography as part of Wilcox's out-of-town hit mail artist, ing women "Don't Give Breast Cancer their regular cancer-related check­ that few qualified people stand for a Place to Hide" through their fourth ups," Guth said. election. Not knowing the candidates, annual Low-Cost Mammography Pro­ The American Cancer Society recom­ the public plays Election Russian gram April 16 through 30. mends that women have a baseline Roulette when it picks a Mayor to mn The American Cancer Society mam­ mammogram at age 35. Women 40 to City Hall. mography task force, chaired by Dr. 49 should have a mammogram every City Managed government would Kathlene Gutli, is planning local par­ one to two years and annual mammo­ lessen the risks inherent in this situ­ ticipation in the mammography screen­ grams after age 50. Women with a ation. ing program. The program is co-spon­ family history of breast cancer should Holcomb VS. Wilcox sored by the Society, hospitals and consult their physician regarding their Having been Mayor under the current radiologists throughout Southern Cali­ individual needs for mammography. Charter, I personally look forward to fornia. "All women over 20 should perform serving in a system where tlie Charter NonnaUy costing up to $250, mammo­ monthly breast self-examination and forces a City Manager to deal with the grams will be available to eligible have a physician examine their breasts daily problems of operating City Hall. women for $50. To be eligible, women every three years," Guth added. 1 would prefer concentrating my entire must be at least 35 years of age, have no Women can caU (714) 772-8200 to energy and creativity on working with Benito Juarez breast cancer symptoms and meet other receive information on scheduling a the City Council on policy develop­ The Abraham Lincoln of Mexico led health-related criteria. mammogram. In the (619) area code ment, and trying to secure safety and Mexico through the most crucial "We urge all women to follow the call 245-7730. economic security for our city in light period of its history. American Cancer Society's guidelines of the Norton and drug gang crises. The special phone bank will be open Mayor Wilcox recently had tlie chance April 16 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. April 17 to recommend these changes, when she My sincere wishes to through April 30 the phone bank will appointed her Mayor's Advisory be open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Committee on the charter. Unfortu­ the Latino community For more information on breast health, nately she simply used that commis­ on this special and call the Inland Empire Unit of the sion recommend reasons why she as American Cancer Society. Mayor should have more power, and joyous holiday the council less. Assemblyman Jerry Eaves OPEN (714) 886-1069 66th Assembly district 7 DAYS ROSSO^S FURNITURE MART SALUDOS PARA EL CINCO DE MAYO Carlos Ruble Evelyn Dias Susan Luna

1026 W. 5th Street • San Bernardino, CA 92411 Le servimos cxin Best Wishes to the Mexican Community el tipo apropiado on this Historical Date ae ener^a. Ruben S.Ayala State Senator, 34th District

Felicito A la Linda se pasa todo el di'a en el telefono. Ese es Communidad su trabajo. Linda es una representante del Servicio Hispana Americana a Clientes de Southern California Gas Co. Todo el dia ayuda a la gente, contestando preguntas acerca en este de las cuentas, cambios de domicilio, servicios y programas especiales. Todos nuestros representantes de Servicio a **Cinco de Mayo** Clientes se pasan todo el dia en el telefono y, esa es solo una de las razones por las cuales el gas continiia siendo una de las fuentes de Su Congresista energia de mayor valor que existen. George E. Brown, Jr. Srviendde a»i d tipo apnpiado de energia. gas Districto #36 Best Wishes to the Mexican Community on this Historical Date . ^ r- Ji ^ *,A A /. z'. .A_A..i*yA Ji,.*,.A.A^A *.>• A . Ir-A./^ />».A .A-A. A *,• A / A Advertisements .^ . AAA A * AA^A .* , 11 Inland Empire Hispanic News Wednesday , April 26, 1989

The PAL Center is now interviewing for the fol­ LOOKING FOR lowing positions: Teacher - With California A CHALLENGE? State Credentials, Computer Technician, Join the COG! Counselor, Executive ARE YOU 18 TO 23 YEARS WOMEN ENCOURAGED TO APPLY Secretary, (714) 885-6667 OF AGE AND LOOKING FOR NO EXPERIENCE NTCESSARV Vandriver with a San Bernardino A JOB? Class II Calif. Recruitment Office (800) 952-JOBS 244 W. 5th street JOIN THE C.C.C. AND EARN $737 Toil-Free Driver's License San Bernardino' Call us for PER MONTH PLUS BENEFITS applications and OBTAIN YOUR G.E.D. OR EARN more information For more COLLEGE CREDITS information, please call Mr. Ricks at: California Conservation Corps (714) 887-7003

New offices: Do You Want To Be A Deputy Sheriff? —INLANDEMPIRE HISPANIC NEWS 1558-D No. Waterman, San Bernardino The SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT is looking for qualified men and women who are interested in joining the fastest growing law enforcement agency. _Rates Starting as low as 7.25% The residents of the largest county in the United States DEPEND on us to provide the finest in law enforcement. Adjustable Rate Home Loans Join the more than 1400 men and women who have made a career St Arrowhead Pacific Savings Bank with the San Bernardino County Sheriffs Department. (714) 888-8870 If you or someone you know is interested in a challenging career as Corporate Office: 301 Vanderbiit Way, Suite 300, San Bernardino, CA a Deputy Sheriff, now is the time to apply. We want qualified Offices In: Blue Jay Village, San Bernardino, Upland, Costa Mesa people who enjoy working with others and who are dedicated to the and Victorville law enforcement purpose.

For applications and more information, contact: PRINCIPAL APPRAISER San Bernardino County Personnel $3122 to $3801 per month 157 West Fifth Street San Bernardino, CA 92415-0440 (Plus $431 to $465/mo. Benefit Plan) The San Bernardino County Office of Assessor is recruiting for Principal An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Appraisers who assist in the management, planning and coordination of activities for the property appraisal program and direct through subordinate supervisors, one of the sections of the Valuation Division. Requires four years of appraisal experience for assessment purposes, of which two years included Subscribe to the the performance of commercial/industrial appraisals and two years included full range supervisory experience. Apply by 4/28/89. For further information and applications contact: Hispanic News San Bernardino County Personnel 157 West Fifth Street San Bernardino, CA 92415-0440 (714) 387-8304 381-6259 EOEM/F/H/ Career Opportunities for Women and Minorities

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FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: THE SAN BERNARDINO POLICE DEPARTMENT 466 W. 4TH ST., S.B. 92401 (714) 384-5696 The San Bernardino Police Department is seeking to recruit qualified women and minorites as part -of an ongoing commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity. Chief Donald J. Burnett El Fin 12 Inland Empire Hispanic News Wednesday , April 26, 1989

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