Jim Gildea to Become Acting Admin

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USPS 680020 Published Every Thursday OUR 111th YEAR – ISSUE NO. 44-111 Periodical – Postage Paid at Westfield, N.J. Thursday, July 12, 2001 Since 1890 (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Shannon Resigns; Jim Gildea To Become Acting Admin.

By PAUL J. PEYTON reasons.” Gildea the permanent Specially Written for The Westfield Leader “I have several ideas but I administrator. In the In a surprise announcement, Town don’t have any firm plans,” meantime, officials will Administrator Thomas B. Shannon, he responded when asked determine if Mr. Gildea 51, announced last Friday his resig- about his immediate future. is the right fit for the nation, effective Sunday, September Mr. Shannon was previ- position, adding that he 30. Mr. Shannon, however, will leave ously employed as Princeton does not see the need for his daily duties in the Municipal Borough Administrator the town to conduct a Building at the end of this month. search for a new admin- Jim Gildea, who has served as istrator. Deputy Town Administrator under “I did not expect this “We think Jim Gildea Jim Gildea Mr. Shannon and who was Assistant to happen. When Tom will be a very good ad- Recreation Director prior to that, (Shannon) informed me of ministrator,” the Mayor will be named Act- told The Westfield Leader when ing Administrator. this, we had to scramble.” reached for comment Tuesday morn- When reached -Mayor Gregory S. McDermott ing. for comment Tues- Fourth Ward Councilman day morning, Mr. Lawrence A. Goldman, who served Shannon, a on a special committee which Princeton resident (1992-1999) and Hillsborough screened candidates for the adminis- Township Administrator (1983- who has served as trator vacancy in 1999, called Mr. Administrator 1991). Prior to coming to Shannon’s resignation “a personal since February Westfield, he served as interim disappointment.” He said he always administrator in several other mu- 2000, when he liked Mr. Shannon’s “very skillful nicipalities. He was hired at took over for Ed- Thomas B. Shannon and results-oriented approach to his David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader ward A. Gottko $103,000 and is currently mak- job.” SIT AND SPIN…The Family Fest and Circus Day, sponsored by the Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce, included ing $107,000. upon Mr. Gottko’s retirement, said “Never for a moment did I doubt amusement rides such as the favorite gyroscope. Pictured above, one youngster relished the endless spinning, while being Mayor Gregory S. McDermott said cheered on by fellow festival-goers. only that he is leaving for “personal that we made a wise decision,” Mr. he was faxed a signed letter of resig- Goldman stated. nation by Mr. Shannon Friday night. Mr. Gildea, 30, is no stranger to W. JUBB CORBET’S 22-FOOT SAIL BOAT SINKS IN DANGEROUS SQUALL He subsequently notified all Town Westfield. His parents own businesses Council members via e-mail and in town — Celtic Imports Limited spent the weekend conducting fol- and Juxtapose Gallery — and Mr. low-up telephone conversations with Gildea has worked for the town since Father, Daughter Back Home After Being the governing body. 1988. “I did not expect this to happen,” He served as a seasonal employee the Mayor stated. “When Tom (Sh- in various capacities, including life- annon) informed me of this, we had guard, swim instructor and later Stranded in Water Off Grand Bahama Island to scramble.” manager of the Westfield Memorial By PAUL J. PEYTON The Mayor said his and the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader seeing dark clouds building to the council’s decision is to make Mr. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 What started out as a relaxing sail- east. ing excursion from Palm Beach, Fla., “Around 2:40 p.m. it was clear that to Green Turtle Cay in the Bahamas it was going to be a major squall, so very nearly became a tragic adven- we started getting ready,” recalled Back to Square One ture for former town councilman and Ms. Corbet in a detailed e-mail she President of the Westfield Board of sent to friends and family. Health, W. Jubb Corbet, 69, of They quickly took down the sails, Westfield and his daughter Maggie stowed their lose gear, put on life In Quest to Locate Corbet, 41, of Summit. jackets and drank extra water. While enroute to the small island “We thought we were in sound in the Bahamas (where the senior shape,” Mr. Corbet noted. Corbet owns a cottage) aboard Mr. “A half hour before the squall hit Parking Manager Corbet’s new 22-foot Marshall Sloop, what we saw coming at us was a 40- to 50-foot black wall with flat black By PAUL J. PEYTON services of a professional recruiter, the two encoun- Specially Written for The Westfield Leader tered a danger- water in front of it and little cotton Dan Mason of Cranford-based Jersey ous squall that puffs and white caps in the water in A 10-week process to hire a park- Professional Management, which was sank the boat, front of it,” he told The Leader. “At ing manager for the Town of Westfield contracted by the town at the direc- named “Short that point I knew we had a major, is back to square one. tion of Mr. Shannon to bring qualified Sail,” in min- major problem.” Officials announced last week (af- individuals before Mr. Shannon and utes. “The wind hit like a wall,” Ms. ter The Westfield Leader went to the mayor and Town Council. The Corbets Corbet recalled. “The water was press) that the leading candidate for The newly-created position, which remained in the white and flat as the wind blew the the position had pulled out. Instead has been advertised with a salary water, spending tops off any waves before they could of taking the Westfield post, the can- between $65,000 to $85,000 per year W. Jubb Corbet 20 hours in the build. Almost as soon as the wind hit, didate opted to stay as head of a with full benefits calls for an indi- sun, until they it began to fill the sail in pockets Hartford, Conn. parking authority. vidual to be in charge of the town’s were rescued by a passing fishing between the booms and the sail ties.” In a letter to now outgoing Town 2,300 parking space system. The town boat. Although not injured, both were The furled sail began to fill with Administrator Thomas B. Shannon, has also included in classified ads suffering from hypothermia, dehy- wind. She said with 5 percent of the he stated after reviewing what he that its plans to increase that number dration and sunburn. sail exposed to the gusts estimated at thought was a “generous” compen- to 3,000 spaces through construction The Corbets were 10 miles west of 65 knots, the boat began “heeling sation and benefits package and after of a downtown parking facility. over enough for the water to start some “soul searching” with his fam- a barren island called Memory Rock, Courtesy of W. Jubb Corbet The town’s parking system brings located 18 miles north of West End, DANGEROUS WATERS...The new 22-foot Marshall Sloop, named “Short pouring in over the leeward rails.” ily, he decided to turn down the in $2 million in annual income to the a harbor on the top of Grand Bahama Sail” by its owner W. Jubb Corbet of Westfield sits in harbor before the perilous The water filled the storage area position. town. Currently, some 1,200 permits Island, when they were rescued by a journey. A map of the Grand Bahama Island is pictured at top left. under the seats and the engine com- The candidate was the executive are issued through the Town Clerk’s fisherman in a boat named “Mus- partment. director of Hartford parking author- office. The town also has “hundreds tache Man.” them 54 miles across the gulf stream ney the wind was blowing at 10 knots “As the water poured in we both ity and had 15 to 20 years of experi- of on-street meters,” according to the During an interview with The to Green Turtle Cay in the Bahamas. and the water, 70 feet at its deepest stood there looking at the compan- ence as a public parking manager. town’s advertisement for the posi- Westfield Leader last Friday, Mr. “Our goal was to sail it (the boat) area, was “crystal blue,” he recalled. ionway entrance, knowing that three Mr. Shannon recommended that tion, which as of this spring were Corbet explained that two set sail over to the Bahamas,” Mr. Corbet “The forecast was for isolated squalls feet in front of us were the two things the town go back to the drawing bringing $11,000 a week into the we needed most – the flares and most board by once again utilizing the from Palm Beach at 6:30 a.m. on said. over Florida; dissipating over sea.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 June 23. Their journey was to take When the Corbets began their jour- At around 2:30 p.m., they began CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Rec. Comm. Considers Adding Warning Lights To Town’s Lightning Detector Alarm System By DEBORAH MADISON members during their monthly meet- heeding the alarm system is crucial added. Specially Written for The Westfield Leader ing held July 2 at the pool facility on to the safety of our children.” The commission discussed a two- In the wake of a recent lightning Scotch Plains Avenue. Additional signs posted at the back- year plan to improve field quality as fatality at New Jersey’s Island Beach In order to clarify the alarm mes- stops explaining the alarm system well as to increase needed parking State Park last week, the Westfield sages, red and green signal lights and memos to all of the field user around the fields. A plan to add 16 Recreation Commission is consider- could be added, said Commissioner groups will be distributed. A more more spaces around Tamaques Park’s ing upgrading the town’s lightning and Town Councilwoman Janis Fried extensive, town-wide effort to edu- tennis courts, which was put on hold, detection alarm system by adding Weinstein, one of the key officials cate residents and field users about will be reviewed by the commission. warning lights. responsible for implementation of the alarm system will also be imple- “Currently, our athletic and recre- The system, installed in 2000, alerts the system. The commission will mented. ational facilities are being stressed field users of an impending storm form a committee to look into the In other business, the Recreation out to their maximum capabilities,” within a 10-mile radius of the central cost of adding the lights and the Commission discussed the possibil- Mr. Hertell told the commission. receiver located at Westfield’s Me- necessary wiring. ity of enclosing the new lap pool at He added that the commission will morial Pool. When the system de- Several parents complained that the Memorial Pool complex inside distribute a public survey to deter- tects more than three lightning strikes some coaches have been ignoring of an all-weather bubble in order to mine what the community is willing in the area, an alarm is transmitted to the alarms and continuing games, extend the pool’s usage throughout to support and the future develop- each town field, warning park-goers because the skies did not appear to be the year. ments that the residents would like to to get off of the fields and to seek threatening. Like other recreational The locker rooms would also have see implemented. Those suggestions shelter. facilities in the area, the commission to be winterized and equipped with will be incorporated into the However, coaches and officials is considering a policy of suspending heat. commission’s creation of a five-year have reported that there is some con- field use for any group that does not Recreation Commission Chairman master plan. fusion as to the alarm signal’s mean- properly follow the correct proce- Keith S. Hertell said that there was Mr. Hertell re-emphasized that the ing despite signs posted in each park. dures during a lightning alert. considerable interest in town to ex- potential for developing new recre- If someone arrived after the initial “People have been struck by light- tend the pool’s usage. ational fields at Tamaques Park could alarm, the all-clear alarm was con- ning under blue skies,” noted Coun- Limited manpower at the Depart- be done “without” removing most of fusing, said Recreation Commission cilwoman Weinstein. “That is why ment of Public Works has been de- the trees, as was previously reported laying field maintenance at several in The Westfield Leader. INDEX town fields, Mr. Hertell reported. This quote was misinterpreted by Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader Continuing unauthorized usage of a resident who contacted the com- CLOWNING AROUND…Despite clouds and drizzle, residents and visitors A&E...... Page 17 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 7 gathered in downtown Westfield for the Family Fest and Circus Day. Sponsored Business ...... Page 15 Education...... Page 9 Social ...... Page 6 several fields is also contributing to mission with concern that “many” poor condition of those fields, he by the Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce, the Sunday activities included Classifieds...... Page 14 Obituary ...... Page 8 Sports ...... Page 13 CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 entertainment from colorful clowns. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, July 12, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Roosevelt School Honor Roll Posted by Principal Shulack WESTFIELD — Roosevelt Inter- Emily Rose Greenberg Brad Speck mediate School Principal Ken Shulack Alexandra K. Hermann Amanda Spector recently announced that 243 students Craig H. Hewit Elizabeth K. Strickland or 56 percent of the seventh and eighth Katelyn Hoens Evan M. Sullivan grade student body were named to the Ralph David Iannazzone Jessica Sussman fourth marking period honor roll for Joseph G. Kenny Maxwell Thomas the 2000-2001 school year. Sarah L. Klass Christopher Velderman In addition, the following eleven Casey Klein James M. Wade students have been congratulated for Perri Jana Koll Anne Yingling earning all “A’s” during their career Michelle Kuppersmith Zoe S. Zachariades at Roosevelt School: Scott Legones Dana Zichlin Sara A. Lesko Caroline Cariste Emily Dura Andrew R. Levy Christina Cordeiro Samuel Kim Abigail M. Lewis James Davy Emily Rose MacNeil Brendan J. Mahoney Urmi Dedhiya Elissa Niemiera DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Jacqueline DelaFuente Elizabeth Purcell SEVENTH GRADE Kathy Yang Kristin Aguero Caroline Luppescu The entire honor roll list for the fourth Dana Barrasso Rachel A. Mack marking period 2000-2001 includes: Rachel Barrett Anna McGrath Miriam Becker-Cohen Matthew Melino DISTINGUISHED HONOR ROLL Brian Burdulia Callie W. Meserole EIGHTH GRADE Megan Camillo Julia M. Nelson Jake P. Brandman Henry H. Koehler Stephen P. Caprario Ravenna Neville Jacqueline A. Burns Jeremy N. Krell Lisa Chen Alexandra Nish Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader Lauren Campo Emily Rose MacNeil Jesse Cohn Carly D. Oliff FARMERS’ PRIDE…New Jersey farmers vended their freshest produce dur- Caroline Cariste Hillary Nicoll ing the first of a series of Farmers’ Markets in Westfield. Pictured, above, one Andrew Davy Carrie L. Palumbo Garrett R. Cockren Elissa Niemiera woman selects green beans, while another shopper gathers change for her Kevin J. Devaney Eunice Park Amanda L. Cohen Lauren E. Nolan purchases. Sponsored by the Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce, the Monica Dreyer Sarah Patankar Arielle A. Confino Katharine Okamoto markets will be held at the South Avenue train station lot from 2 to 7 p.m. every Margaret E. Driscoll Caitlin Reilly Christina N. Cordeiro Elizabeth Purcell Thursday through October 25. Jane C. Eilbacher Luke A. Ricci Lyndsay Couture Alison Beth Rodino Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader Kristina Fietkiewicz Jayne R. Ruotolo THE MUSICAL MARKS BROTHERS…Westfield residents and brothers James Davy Avrit Rubin Alan S. Futran Michael P. Ruskin Andrew Marks, left, and Harry Marks, put soul into their instruments during Urmi R. Dedhiya Lindsay D. Seagull John Gagliano David Scott Shottland Westfield’s Sweet Sounds Downtown last Tuesday. Positioned at the corner of Jacqueline M. Delafuente Neda Simaika Father, Daughter Return Home Diana Goodman Lauren Elizabeth Sinnenberg Elm and East Broad Streets, the duo performed with members of their 8-piece Emily Dura Scott A. Steinberg Erica R. Greene Nicole A. Smith swing/jazz band, “Swing 88.” Michael J. Feniger Adam Vinay Subhas Ryan A. Gundrum Kathleen M. Solan Scott R. Fishberg Elizabeth T. Trimble After Being Stranded In Water Lauren Heffernan Stoytcho Stoytchev Meaghan K. Fitzpatrick Allison Turitz Caitlin D. Jennings Hannah G. Vickers CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Mark D. Harbaugh Benjamin Wieder Back to Square One in Quest Matthew Kamel Mary L. Walsh critically the VHF radio to get off a making the same 60-degree course as Max A. Kaplan Kathy Yang Han Gil Kim Kevin Wicks mayday call,” she said. previous boats. Samuel Kim Nicole J. Zubizarreta But the Corbets realized that it was “But there was a guy standing in Stephen G. Kowalski Tianyu Anny Wu To Locate Parking Manager far too dangerous to attempt to reach back — and we could see him lean HONOR ROLL Emma Laird Michael Yee EIGHTH GRADE Feng Kevin Liang Yuchen Zhang CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 these valuable emergency tools for back over the side, then climb the town’s coffers. the pullout of the candidate “quite a fear of being trapped if the boat went ladder to the bridge, then the boat John-Paul Bartolomeo Michelle Markowski Diego R. Betancourt Sarah Masel HONOR ROLL Mr. Shannon noted that Jersey disappointment,” given the fact the under water. slowed down and turned around,” Ms. SEVENTH GRADE Professional Management will be re- Town Council was set to make the The boat sank standing on its end in Corbet observed. Gabrielle Blitz James Mc Cabe Olena Borkowsky Mary Mc Call Jason Anderson Guglielmo B. Laurenzi quired to go through the recruiting pro- appointment at the July 3 meeting. three minutes with the safety gear “I finally lost it and started shaking James S. Arbes Caitlin Lisooey cess again without any additional re- Town officials have described the aboard. However, it took another five and crying. By the time they got back Samuel Joseph Brenner Tara J. Meagher Alexandra Ann Brummell Mark T. Molowa Cornelius Banta Adam Blake Lorentzen cruitment charges to the town. Westfield parking manager as a “high visibility hours before the boat went down. to us, it was all we could do to reach our contracted the firm for a one-time cost George Bucci Michelle L. Morawski Julie Bennett Caitlin P. Mahoney position” that will report directly to the When “Short Sail” sunk, a boat fender, arms out,” she said. of $7,500. The council authorized a Town Administrator. The town is seek- Chelsea Carlson Barrett L. Newell Caitlyn M. Berkowtiz Jonathan R. Maimon used so a boat doesn’t bump into the Upon being rescued the Corbets, were Lee J. Bernstein Samantha A. Manetti $1,925 payment for past services to the ing a “self-motivated” individual with dock, and a wooden boom crutch popped hosed down, fed and taken to a clinic on Maryalyse Castrorao Katherine Newingham firm at its meeting on July 3. A total of parking management experience, com- Gina Castrorao Kelly Ann O’Neill Thomas R. Bottini Daniel I. McGrory up in the water. The fender contained a West End, a 20-minute boat trip. They Christopher Byrne Thomas Y. Meylor $2,050 was authorized by the council munication and computer skills. six-foot line attached to it which the were given electrocardiograms, intra- Gilad Edelman Michael S. Oliff last month to cover all but $100 of The person will oversee the design, Lauren Eisenberg Danielle Parkinson James Campbell Andrea Molowa Corbets tied to themselves in order to venous fluids, etc. and then transported Dakota Carey James B. Morton outstanding money owed the company. construction and operations of a park- Lina Eriksson David P. Reinhardt Fourth Ward Councilwoman Janis stay together in the water. via ambulance to Freeport in the Baha- Justine J. Cassidy Kyle E. Murray ing deck, currently still in the discus- They also held onto a self-inflating mas for another round of tests. Jenna B. Federgreen Gregory Ryan, Jr. Fried Weinstein questioned whether it sion stage. Drew Flast Gregory Salmon Hannah Cataldo Tyler Maccubbin might be wiser for the town to conduct life jacket and a jug of diesel fuel, The Corbets also had to deal with Gabriela Chabrier Daniel J. Nemeth being in a foreign country with no Jessica N. Ropars Willa A. Schaffer the search itself. which also were floating in the water. Rachel A. Charatan Neal L. Nemiroff Mr. Shannon said he feels that Jer- The vest had a whistle attached to it identification, shoes, passports and al- Jessica N. Ropars Evan M. Scher Sara M. Flood William Schoenbach Abby E. Chazanow Bryan E. Nolan sey Professional Management has the and reflectors on it. most no clothes. Calls to relatives, Jeanine H. Clark Thomas Q. O’Bien expertise to do a better job than the Lightning Viewing over 100 blue dolphins friends and friends of friends – most Rachel L. Gordon Anne E. Siwulec Julia Gormley Katherine Smith Emily C. Cleaves Ashley Papa town, in addition to the fact that no jumping out of the water 10 yards from importantly the head of customs in CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Julie Gralla Dana Brett Spas Ryan P. Cockren Danielle Partenope more fees will be charged other than the boat, Mr. Corbet began fearing Freeport – resulted in them boarding a Nicholas Colucci Jeffrey Perrella trees would be removed. Mr. Hertell advertising costs to the town. The town emphasized that “very few trees” sharks in the area. So he began letting medical plane for a flight back to West Maura Connolly Courtney N. Pogue paid $1,000 in advertising costs the the diesel fuel seep out in the water to Palm Beach, after being hospitalized Diana Dunnan Anson Gregg Purdy first go around. would be removed, if any at all. mask he and his daughter’s order. overnight in Freeport. Rachael Ettinger Thomas J. Ricciuti When asked by The Leader if the The commission discussed the pos- Ms. Corbet also realized the dol- The Corbets arrived at St. Mary’s Shannon Resigns Robert Evans Alexander T. Schoch town could find a candidate by Labor sibility of denying pool membership to guests who violate pool rules or who phins meant that they were in a prime Hospital in Palm Beach on June 26. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Anthony Fabiano Daniel A. Schwartz Day, Mr. Shannon responded, “That’s spot for fishermen to locate them. Ms. Corbet was released, but her father Pool — a million dollar operation, Joshua Fishman Richard Scialabba a reasonable target.” become abusive to staff. The issue arose after a recent verbal altercation Over the course of their ordeal the was kept overnight after doctors were he said. Christine A. Fitzpatrick Kaitlyn Shulman Two of the other finalists for the Corbets saw cruise ships and fishing concerned about tests that revealed Kerilyn A. Foley Allison N. Siko position previously dropped out of con- between a member and pool manage- In 1993, he took a full-time posi- tention. One had a concurrent applica- ment. The commission will be looking boats pass by, some as close as 300 some stress over heart problems he had tion with the town as Assistant Rec- Martin S. Fox Emily F. Singer yards, but their efforts to signal for in the past (Mr. Corbet said he takes tion for a town administrator position into their legal authority to deny mem- reation Director. He left the posi- Courtney E. Fox-Sherman Kevin Patrick Smith help went in vein. aspirin daily as per his doctor’s order). in another municipality and the other bership to someone for this reason. tion in December 1999 for a pri- Clare Frattarola Steven D. Smith applicant decided to stay in his posi- When their sunburns became too Mr. Corbet recalled a comment from Pierce T. Gaynor Diana Spiridigliozzi The next Recreation Commission painful for them, Ms. Corbet ripped a broker at Legg Mason in Westfield, vate sector job, but quickly returned tion as head of a parking authority. meeting will be held at Brightwood Amanda H. Gross Jeffrey Thomashow Mayor Gregory S. McDermott called the pockets off her shorts which they where his daughter is a Senior Vice to the town payroll after learning Kunal Gupta Rachel Barri Tucker Park for a walk-through in September. used to cover their faces. They also President. He told Ms. Corbet that he he would have likely been trans- George E. Handza, 3rd Jennifer Urciuoli took turns laying on top of each other hoped to bond with his own 13-year ferred out of town. Samantha Hirtler Evan R. Vanarelli to block the sun. daughter. “(Mr. Gildea) is the classic ex- Andrea C. Hollander Kayla Vandervort WESTFIELD Upon seeing another boat on the Mr. Corbet, who has been sailing for ample of someone who is working P. Sebastian Hove Megan Vandervort horizon, the Corbets once again began 59 years, looked back on his own his way up the ranks,” stated Coun- Noelle Kandigian Eric Williams POLICE BLOTTER waving life jackets and blowing the experience and told the gentleman, cilman Goldman. He called the Angelina M. Kozak Jeremy P. Wolf whistle trying to signal the boat. Com- “Bonding for 20 hours on a six-foot TUESDAY, JUNE 26 WEDNESDAY, JULY 4 administrator’s job “a wonderful Lucija Landeka Brian Thomas Yee • ing within a hundred yards of the man piece of rope is probably more than • Krzysztof Lukaszewicz, 18, of Andrew Babicz, 18, of Scotch Plains opportunity” for Mr. Gildea, add- Jennifer Ann Lane Henry A. Zervas was arrested at South Avenue, West, and and woman, the boat appeared to be you were bargaining for.” Alex Zierler Garwood was arrested following a mo- ing that he would be “thrilled” to tor vehicle stop at Sycamore Avenue and charged with lewdness for allegedly uri- charged with possession of under 50 nating in public, as well as with posses- see Mr. Gildea assume the role on sion of alcohol while underage and pos- a permanent basis. grams of suspected marijuana and pos- Alex Leong Attends session of drug paraphernalia. He was session of fireworks. He was released on Admitting his new job is a “daunt- released on his own recognizance. his own recognizance. ing task,” Mr. Gildea told The Leader Summer Institute WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27 THURSDAY, JULY 5 • • Kenya Jones, 18, of Port Murray, that he “welcomes the challenge.” WESTFIELD – Alfred Uni- Evan Campbell, 20, of Scotch Plains Mr. Gildea holds an undergradu- was arrested at Boulevard and charged Kathleen Slavin, 21, of Linden and versity in Alfred, N.Y. has re- with driving while intoxicated. He was Sheenah Roballo, 18, of Englewood were ate degree from the University of vealed that Westfield High arrested again on the same charge July 6 arrested on Springfield Avenue and each Vermont in small business man- School (WHS) student Alex at South Avenue. In each case, he was charged with possession of under 50 grams of suspected marijuana. All were agement and is currently working Leong is among more than 100 administered a breathalyzer test and sub- on his master’s degree in public sequently released to a responsible party. released on their own recognizance. students attending Summer In- THURSDAY, JUNE 28 FRIDAY, JULY 6 administration from Kean Univer- stitutes at the university. • Sharon D. Akins, 47, of Hillside • Denise Fitzgerald, 38, of Westfield sity in Union. He anticipates com- Alex will participate in hands- was arrested at Westfield police head- was arrested at Wells Street and charged pleting his studies by the end of quarters and charged with the theft of a with driving while intoxicated. She was on projects related to his field administered a breathalyzer test and re- 2002, “if not sooner.” of interest. He is enrolled in the gold ring valued at $1,500 from a North Mayor McDermott said he will Cottage Place residence in June. She leased to a responsible party. Summer Institute in Entrepre- was released on her own recognizance. SATURDAY, JULY 7 soon call for a Personnel Commit- neurial Leadership, which in- FRIDAY, JUNE 29 • Richard Yawger, 38, of Scotch tee meeting to discuss salary and cludes workshops on electronic • A Ripley Place resident reported Plains was arrested at North Avenue and charged with driving while intoxicated. other decisions that must be made commerce; creating and “liv- that he was punched in the face by a co- as the change in administrators goes worker during a dispute which occurred He was administered a breathalyzer test ing” the business plan; “trial by on Florence Avenue. The victim did not and released to a responsible party. through. marketing,” financial planning; wish medical attention and no charges • Elizabeth Armando, 24, of Fanwood By state statute, an administra- and accounting. were filed. was arrested at Dudley Avenue and tor receives three months sever- MONDAY, JULY 2 charged with driving while intoxicated. Alex, who recently completed • She was administered a breathalyzer test ance pay when leaving before his his junior year at WHS, is the Jose Balmore Santos, 28, of or her term is up. Thus, Mr. Shan- Morristown was arrested at East Broad and released to a responsible party. son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert T. Street and Springfield Avenue and • A Faulkner Drive resident reported non will be paid through the end of Leong of Westfield. charged with driving while intoxicated that jewelry valued at approximately the year. and with refusal to take a breathalyzer $2,400 was stolen from her home some- test. He was released to a responsible time between June 5 and July 7. party. SUNDAY, JULY 8 • The United Fund of Westfield re- • Two residents of Cacciola Place ported that acts of vandalism were com- each reported being assaulted by the mitted at its office on North Avenue, other during a dispute which occurred in West. Two windows were defaced with the 100 block of that street. No charges Douglas M. Fasciale red crayon and a chain link gate surround- were filed and neither individual sought ing an air conditioner unit was torn off. medical attention. Certified Civil Trial Attorney by the Supreme Court of New Jersey Concentrating in personal injury and malpractice cases.

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USPS 485200 Published OUR 43RD YEAR – ISSUE NO. 28-43 Periodical – Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, N.J. Thursday, July 12, 2001 Every Thursday (908) 232-4407 FIFTY CENTS Scotch Plains Council Votes To Place LOSAP on Ballot By FRED ROSSI volunteer member of the fire depart- Fanwood, have set up their own Specially Written for The Times ment and rescue squad, performing LOSAPs. Voters in Scotch Plains will decide the minimum amount of service, In other business, the council in- this November whether to authorize would have $1,150 deposited into a troduced an ordinance that would the township to create an incentive tax-deferred, interest-bearing income repeal an existing local law that per- program to help retain and attract account. mits accessory dwellings in residen- volunteer members for the local fire The amount earned would be de- tial zones for domestic or household department and rescue squad. termined by a point system that re- or farm employees. It is felt that the At its regular meeting on Tuesday wards members for their participa- existing ordinance constitutes a det- night, the Township Council passed tion in certain training, fire and emer- riment to the residential character of an ordinance that, pending voter ap- gency calls, meetings, etc. Township such zones. proval, would allow the setting up of Manager Thomas E. Atkins estimated Councilwoman Paulette F. a Length of Service Awards Pro- the cost of the program to be about Coronato called the existing ordi- gram, or LOSAP, to ensure the reten- $95,000 annually, if every volunteer nance “outdated,” noting that it had tion of existing members of the two member received the maximum con- been enacted at a time when Scotch all-volunteer groups and to provide tribution. Plains was more of a farming com- them with incentives for recruiting At a public hearing prior to the munity that made it necessary for new volunteer members. adoption of the ordinance, Fire Chief multiple individuals, such as em- Councilman Frank S. Rossi said Jonathan Ellis and Rescue Squad ployees, to live on a property. A LOSAP is a deferred income ac- Vice President Bob Gurske spoke in public hearing and vote on the ordi- count for the volunteers, which the favor of the creation of a LOSAP nance will be held at the council’s local government will fund to the program, while saluting the mem- next meeting on Tuesday, August 14. maximum level permitted under the bers of their organizations. The council also passed twin reso- Cheri Rogowsky for The Times 1997 state statute that authorized Presently, 161 communities in New lutions allowing the township to ap- EVENING CONCERT…Scotch Plains couples Bunny and Ralph Confino and Harriet and Stan Gusson gathered at one municipalities to create them. Each Jersey, including Westfield and ply for state grants to assess the of the benches on Central Avenue in Westfield to listen to one of the jazz bands participating in the Sweet Sounds Downtown concert last Tuesday evening. The event, sponsored by Downtown Westfield Corporation, drew droves of pre- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 Fourth of July revelers. Fanwood Planning Bd. Expected to Consider New Commercial Zone on North Avenue By SUZETTE F. STALKER velop recommendations which are Recycling Center, on the opposite are already in place there regarding Specially Written for The Times expected to serve as the basis for a side of Quick-Chek from where the development aspects such as setbacks A resolution directing the Fanwood new sign ordinance for Fanwood. bank will be built. The Recycling and parking. Planning Board to review the While discussing what types of Center would not fall within the new Although appropriate signage for borough’s Master Plan and zoning signs should be permitted in the bor- zone, the councilman said. the new zone would have to be deter- ordinance for possible creation of a ough and where, committee mem- The bank will be located at one mined, Mr. Whitaker said the new North Avenue zone is expected bers noted that the Quick-Chek and corner of the intersection of North council’s resolution does not direct to be voted on by the Borough Coun- bank lots were zoned as central com- and Hetfield Avenues, on the former the Planning Board to take a position cil at its regular meeting tonight. mercial — the same as retail proper- site of the Today’s Delight doughnut on whether internally-illuminated The proposed zone would encom- ties along Martine Avenue — despite shop. It will join another bank and models should be permitted at the pass just two properties, adjacent to differences between the two areas in two gas stations which are already in North Avenue properties. one another and located close to both landscape and types of com- existence at the crossroads. Commerce Bank currently has an Fanwood’s border with Scotch Plains. mercial activity. According to Mr. Whitaker, the application before the board for an One of the lots is occupied by a Mr. Whitaker, who also sits on the committee unanimously felt a sepa- internally-lit, wall-mounted letter Quick-Chek store, while Commerce Planning Board and the sign com- rate zone should be created for the “C” logo for its pending new branch. Bank plans to open a new branch on mittee, observed that Martine Av- two North Avenue sites that would Several variances are required, in- the other. enue is lined with retail stores which reflect the types of development al- cluding one for internal illumina- Council President Joel Whitaker encourage pedestrian traffic, while ready there, and characteristics of the tion, which is presently not permit- said Monday that the concept for a the two North Avenue sites are more area, including those which differ from ted under the Borough Code. new zone originated with the isolated and easier accessed by con- the Martine Avenue retail corridor. The Planning Board, which began borough’s Sign and Facade Commit- sumers traveling by car. He anticipated the proposed new hearing testimony on the appeal last tee, made up of elected officials, These properties are bordered on zone would be designated as “a com- month, is expected to render a deci- merchants and others, that was two sides by Scotch Plains, as well as mercial zone for retail purposes” and sion on the sign petition at its regular formed several months ago to de- railroad tracks and the Fanwood would likely mirror standards which meeting on Wednesday, July 25. Mr. Whitaker pointed out that the case will be over before the board presents its report to the council on the Board of Education Hires Builder proposed new zone. The Council President said the Planning Board has been asked to For $7.49 Mil. Park School Project submit its findings concerning the zone to the governing body by Sun- Cheri Rogowsky for The Times By SUSAN M. DYCKMAN day, September 30. Specially Written for The Times bid to The Megan Group for con- Boonton and City Music, Kenilworth. STARS, STRIPES FOREVER…Laurie Feinberg and her Golden Retriever struction work at Park Middle School. (The 2001-2002 budget includes It is expected the board will rec- feted the Fourth of July in Fanwood’s downtown. A collector of patriotic During a special meeting on July Approval was granted following a $60,000 for these expenditures.) ommend to the council specifica- memorabilia, Ms. Feinberg sported pins, necklace and flags, while her dog was 2, the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board discussion sparked by board mem- tions for rezoning the North Avenue dressed for the holiday with an American flag bandana. For procurement of an energy of Education awarded a $7,489,500 ber Thomas Russo’s reference to the management system for all schools, sites, which would then have to be contractor’s “history of litigation a bid in the amount of $113,700 was enacted through an ordinance. ATTORNEY SEEKS MEETING WITH FANWOOD, COUNTY ON DOT PROJECT problems.” awarded to New Horizon Electric The Sign and Facade Committee, Mr. Russo asked about the prob- Corporation. (Sensors installed in meanwhile, has completed its work lems The Megan Group had with each building will facilitate off-site and was expected to turn over its other projects. Board Attorney Casper monitoring of school facilities and recommendations to Borough Attor- Mayor Marks Looks for Township Boehm said that while the contractor heating systems, and enable the dis- ney Wilfred P. Coronato, Council- had been cited for “wage and hour trict to improve comfort levels man Whitaker said. violations,” those violations were not throughout buildings.) The next step will be for Mr. Coronato necessarily a reflection on the qual- For installation of an irrigation to draft a new sign ordinance, which To Take Stand on Route 22 Bridge ity of their work. system at Scotch Plains-Fanwood will then be reviewed by the commit- The attorney also pointed out that High School, the bid was awarded to tee before being presented to the gov- By FRED ROSSI Saying he was “intrigued” by the Mr. Hansen also said that the local Specially Written for The Times the State of New Jersey has qualified CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 erning body for its approval. latest DOT proposal, Mayor Marks government should not make any this builder for school construction Although Scotch Plains Mayor told the council at its conference decision on the DOT proposal until Martin L. Marks is hoping the Town- work, and that, by law, the district meeting this week that it “needs to be state officials present their ideas to can only disqualify (the bidder) if the ship Council can soon make a final prepared by our August or Septem- residents in Watchung. decision on what, if anything, to do district itself has had “prior negative ber meeting to take a stand” on the During its meeting, the council experience,” which it has not. regarding a new or revamped bridge proposal. also heard from Township Manager over Route 22, a conclusive determi- Mr. Russo maintained, “If a firm is But Township Attorney Douglas Thomas E. Atkins about two road cutting corners in some areas like nation may not be made for a few W. Hansen cautioned that several resurfacing projects that will be more months. prevailing wages, maybe they’re cut- matters need to be resolved prior to funded by $360,000 in DOT grants. ting elsewhere in materials.” Last month, representatives from the council taking any formal action. The lower portion of Glenside Av- the state Department of Transporta- Business Administrator Anthony Mr. Hansen wants to set up a meet- enue will be paid for, in part, with DelSordi stated that, in checking ref- tion (DOT) presented a scaled-back ing between officials from Scotch $200,000 in grant money. Officials and less-costly proposal to alleviate erences for The Megan Group, he Plains, Fanwood and Union County hope bids for the project will be was told the contractor is doing sat- the heavy traffic flow in the area to discuss the proposal and also wants received next month, so work can where Route 22 intersects with Park isfactory work. Mr. DelSordi indi- to meet with Union County officials begin in September. cated the contractor’s problems seem Avenue and Bonnie Burn Road in to ensure “that we’re all on board” A 1,150-foot section of Raritan Scotch Plains. to have stemmed more from its work and also to “see what they (county Road, from Jason Court to the top of as a sub-contractor than as the gen- The DOT’s latest plan called for officials) might have in mind for the former Scotch Plains Zoo prop- expanding the existing bridge and eral contractor on jobs. Park Avenue.” erty, will be paid for with $160,000 Mr. Russo ultimately elected to widening the intersections at the There has been some speculation in DOT grant funds. Mr. Atkins an- northern and southern ends of the abstain from the vote, while Pat that the county, which has jurisdic- ticipated a similar bid and work start- Hoynes-O’Connor, Theresa Larkin, overpass. tion over Park Avenue in downtown up timetable, and told the council he Originally, the DOT had presented Craig Nowlin and Dr. Donald E. Scotch Plains, might favor expand- expected both projects will be fin- Sheldon voted “Yes.” Board mem- a plan to construct an entirely new ing that stretch of roadway from one ished by November. bridge that would directly connect bers Linda Nelson, Lance Porter, lane in each direction to two lanes in Separately, Councilwoman Edward J. Saridaki, Jr., and Jessica Park Avenue and Bonnie Burn Road, each direction. Paulette F. Coronato told her col- an idea that drew protests from the Simpson were not present at the Local businesses in the central leagues she would like them to con- meeting. local business community and local business district have already ex- sider allocating budget funds to re- officials. In other business, the board ap- pressed their opposition to that idea. vamp the local zoning code, specifi- proved a number of bids for work in cally an examination of land use Cheri Rogowsky for The Times INDEX the district: SOUL WITH SPUNK…The first concert in Scotch Plains’ Village Green ordinances to see which ones are For the purchase of new and repair A&E...... Page 17 Editorial ...... Page 4 Religious ...... Page 7 outdated and need to be repealed or Summer Series, New Power Soul, entertained a festive crowd last Thursday Business ...... Page 15 Education...... Page 9 Social ...... Page 6 of old musical instruments, bids were evening. Vocalists Frank Scasso and Vinny Scasso helped this resident and her Classifieds...... Page 14 Obituary ...... Page 8 Sports ...... Page 13 CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 awarded to The Music Shop of granddaughter get into the groove of the music. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 10 Thursday, July 12, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Shannon Resigns; Jim Gildea to Become Acting Administrator of Westfield

By PAUL J. PEYTON Mayor Gregory S. McDermott said disappointment.” He said he al- sooner.” Specially Written for The Times he was faxed a signed letter of resig- ways liked Mr. Shannon’s “very Mayor McDermott said he will WESTFIELD -- In a surprise an- nation by Mr. Shannon Friday night. skillful and results-oriented ap- soon call for a Personnel Committee nouncement, Town Administrator He subsequently notified all Town proach to his job.” meeting to discuss salary and other Thomas B. Shannon, 51, announced Council members via e-mail and “Never for a moment did I doubt decisions that must be made as the last Friday his resignation, effective spent the weekend conducting fol- that we made a wise decision,” Mr. change in administrators goes Sunday, September 30. Mr. Shan- low-up telephone conver- Goldman stated. through. non, however, will leave his daily sations with the govern- Mr. Gildea, 30, is no By state statute, an administrator duties in the Municipal Building at ing body. stranger to Westfield. His receives three months severance pay the end of this month. “I did not expect this to parents own businesses in when leaving before his or her term Jim Gildea, who has served as happen,” the Mayor town — Celtic Imports is up. Thus, Mr. Shannon will be paid SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS…The Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association (SPBPA) presented five $1,000 scholarships to Scotch Plains- Deputy Town Administrator under stated. “When Tom (Sh- Limited and Juxtapose through the end of the year. Fanwood High School graduates at its annual summer barbecue in June. Mr. Shannon and who was Assistant annon) informed me of Gallery — and Mr. Gildea Pictured, left to right, are: SPBPA Scholarship Chairman Steve Goldberg, Recreation Director prior to that, this, we had to scramble.” has worked for the town scholarship winners Michael Franzone, Alyssa Sams, Rob Bugg, Najwa Glover will be named Acting Administrator. since 1988. and Adam Chinoy, and SPBPA President Ray Pardon. When reached for comment Tues- He served as a seasonal Rt. 22 Bridge “I did not expect CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 day morning, Mr. Shannon, a Jim Gildea employee in various ca- Princeton resident who has served as this to happen. When pacities, including life- updated. SP Business Association Administrator Tom (Shannon) informed me guard, swim instructor and later man- Westfield and Fanwood recently since February of this, we had to scramble.” ager of the Westfield Memorial Pool completed similar reviews, she said, adding such an effort in Scotch 2000, when he -Mayor Gregory S. McDermott — a million dollar operation, he said. Awards Scholarships took over for In 1993, he took a full-time posi- Plains is “long overdue. It won’t be The association raises money at SCOTCH PLAINS — The Scotch Edward A. tion with the town as Assistant Rec- an overnight process.” various events and activities that they Plains Business & Professional As- The Mayor said his and the organize throughout the year, such Gottko upon reation Director. He left the position Mr. Atkins estimated the last such sociation (SPBPA) presented five council’s decision is to make Mr. $1,000 scholarships to Scotch Plains- as the Summer Festival and Car Show, Mr. Gottko’s re- in December 1999 for a private sec- review was performed in the mid- Fanwood High School graduates at an Annual Spring Fling Dinner tirement, said Gildea the permanent administrator job, but quickly returned to the 1970s. its annual summer barbecue in June. Dance, and a Casino Night, which is only that he is tor. In the meantime, officials will town payroll after learning he would This year’s winners were Robert co-sponsored by the Scotch Plains leaving for determine if Mr. Gildea is the right have likely been transferred out of Bugg, Adam Chinoy, Michael Rotary Club. “personal rea- fit for the position, adding that he town. Park School Franzone, Najwa Glover and Alyssa This year’s Summer Festival, sons.” Thomas B. Shannon does not see the need for the town to “(Mr. Gildea) is the classic ex- Sams. which was held on June 10, raise “I have several ideas but I don’t conduct a search for a new adminis- ample of someone who is working CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Flanagan’s Incorporated in the SPBPA Scholarship Chairman $1,500 for next year’s scholarship have any firm plans,” he responded trator. his way up the ranks,” stated Coun- amount of $278,520. (Two wells will Steve Goldberg and SPBPA Presi- recipients. The Casino Night, which when asked about his immediate fu- “We think Jim Gildea will be a cilman Goldman. He called the coincides with Scotch Plains Day be dug on school property to irrigate dent Ray Pardon were on hand to ture. very good administrator,” the Mayor administrator’s job “a wonderful op- award the grants. this year, will be held on Saturday the football, baseball, soccer, lower Mr. Shannon was previously em- told The Times of Scotch Plains- portunity” for Mr. Gildea, adding Mr. Goldberg stated, “This is the evening, September 22, at Scotch practice and softball fields.) ployed as Princeton Borough Ad- Fanwood when reached for comment that he would be “thrilled” to see Mr. fourth year that the SPBPA Scholar- Hills Country Club. The bid for a three-year waste ministrator (1992-1999) and Tuesday morning. Gildea assume the role on a perma- ship Fund has been awarding schol- For more information about the management program was awarded SPBPA and other news in the town- Hillsborough Township Administra- Fourth Ward Councilman nent basis. arships to local graduates and, to to Waste Management in the amount date, the SPBPA has awarded $14,000 ship, please visit tor (1983-1991). Prior to coming to Lawrence A. Goldman, who served Admitting his new job is a “daunt- of $200,335. in scholarships.” www.visitscotchplains.com. Westfield, he served as interim ad- on a special committee which ing task,” Mr. Gildea told The Times For roof replacement at the high ministrator in several other munici- screened candidates for the adminis- that he “welcomes the challenge.” school, the board awarded the bid to palities. He was hired at $103,000 trator vacancy in 1999, called Mr. Mr. Gildea holds an undergradu- Barrett Roofing Company in the and is currently making $107,000. Shannon’s resignation “a personal ate degree from the University of amount of $1,139,185. (The board Vermont in small business manage- was forced to rescind the bid awarded ment and is currently working on his to Anderson Roofing and Erecting master’s degree in public adminis- Company in early June when the Back to Square One tration from Kean University in district learned Anderson could not Union. He anticipates completing supply the roofing material speci- his studies by the end of 2002, “if not fied in the bid.) In Quest to Locate For food service management for Holy Cross Dean’s List the 2001-2002 school year, the Includes Lauren Friend board awarded the bid to Pomptonian of Cedar Grove in the Parking Manager SCOTCH PLAINS – Fourth-year student at the College of the Holy amount of $23,880. (The previous By PAUL J. PEYTON Mr. Shannon noted that Jersey Pro- food service management company Specially Written for The Times Cross, Lauren Friend, has been fessional Management will be re- named to the Dean’s List for the used by the board was Aramark.) WESTFIELD -- A 10-week pro- quired to go through the recruiting second semester of the 2000-2001 The next meetings of the Board of cess to hire a parking manager for the process again without any additional academic year. The daughter of Education will take place on Thurs- Town of Westfield is back to square recruitment charges to the town. Norma Friend of Scotch Plains, days, August 16 and 30. one. Westfield contracted the firm for a Lauren majors in English. Officials announced last week (af- one-time cost of $7,500. The council ter The Times went to press) that the authorized a $1,925 payment for past leading candidate for the position services to the firm at its meeting on had pulled out. Instead of taking the July 3. A total of $2,050 was autho- SCOTCH PLAINS LOSAP Westfield post, the candidate opted rized by the council last month to POLICE BLOTTER CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 to stay as head of a Hartford, Conn. cover all but $100 of outstanding extent of environmental problems parking authority. money owed the company. at the former Scotch Plains Zoo In a letter to now outgoing Town MONDAY, JULY 2 Fourth Ward Councilwoman Janis property and at a site at 2435 Administrator Thomas B. Shannon, •A Front Street car rental agency Fried Weinstein questioned whether Plainfield Avenue and then to clear he stated after reviewing what he it might be wiser for the town to reported that a 1994 Ford Taurus had thought was a “generous” compen- not been returned on its due date of up those problems. Both properties conduct the search itself. June 6. sation and benefits package and after Mr. Shannon said he feels that are moving towards being devel- some “soul searching” with his fam- TUESDAY, JULY 3 oped into recreation facilities. The Jersey Professional Management has •A school on Terrill Road reported ily, he decided to turn down the the expertise to do a better job than vandalism to two school busses zoo property will likely become a WINNING JINGLE…Alex Parker, a second grader in Joan Vollkommer’s class position. at Coles Elementary School in Scotch Plains, recently won second place in the the town, in addition to the fact that parked on their property. The buses passive park with, perhaps, a Campbell’s Soup Jingle Contest. Coles School received 1,000 bonus label points The candidate was the executive no more fees will be charged other were spray painted in black with ballfield of some type located there, and a boom box radio for the school. Alex’s winning jingle was “Quick to heat, director of Hartford parking author- than advertising costs to the town. “RIP,” sometime between late while the Plainfield Avenue prop- Great to eat, That’s why Campbell’s Soups are such a treat!” Pictured, above, ity and had 15 to 20 years of experi- The town paid $1,000 in advertising evening and early morning. erty will consist of at least two new ence as a public parking manager. • Coles School Principal Carl Kumpf poses with Alex after the winning student costs the first go around. A Gamble Road resident reported ball fields. was awarded a certificate from the company. Mr. Shannon recommended that When asked by The Times if the that someone had applied for a credit At the start of its meeting, the the town go back to the drawing board town could find a candidate by Labor card using her personal identifica- council approved a resolution rec- by once again utilizing the services of Day, Mr. Shannon responded, “That’s tion information with Chase Finan- a professional recruiter, Dan Mason a reasonable target.” cial Services. ognizing five-year-old Krystle Lyn of Cranford-based Jersey Professional Two of the other finalists for the •A Park Avenue resident reported Tomlinson, who participated in the Management, which was contracted position previously dropped out of finding their residence entered Lucky Kids USA Scholarship Pag- by the town at the direction of Mr. contention. One had a concurrent through an unlocked window and the eant on May 20. Shannon to bring qualified individu- application for a town administrator master bedroom ransacked sometime als before Mr. Shannon and the mayor position in another municipality and during the evening. Miscellaneous Lisa Wagner Awarded and Town Council. the other applicant decided to stay in jewelry was reported taken. The newly-created position, which his position as head of a parking WEDNESDAY, JULY 4 For Literary Excellence •A Clydesdale Avenue resident re- has been advertised with a salary authority. SCOTCH PLAINS – Iliad Press between $65,000 to $85,000 per year Mayor Gregory S. McDermott ported the theft of a bicycle taken with full benefits calls for an indi- from an unlocked garage. and The National Authors Registry called the pullout of the candidate • recently announced that Lisa vidual to be in charge of the town’s “quite a disappointment,” given the A Treeview Circle resident re- 2,300 parking space system. The town ported the theft of a bicycle taken Wagner of Scotch Plains received a fact the Town Council was set to from an unlocked garage. has also included in classified ads make the appointment at the July 3 President’s Award of Literary Ex- THURSDAY, JULY 5 cellence for her entry, “Wind and that its plans to increase that number meeting. •A Park Avenue business reported to 3,000 spaces through construction Town officials have described the vandalism to a fence and gutter run Curtains.” of a downtown parking facility. parking manager as a “high visibility off, sometime over the past few Lisa was found to be among the The town’s parking system brings position” that will report directly to days. distinct few commended for their in $2 million in annual income to the the Town Administrator. The town is •A Forest Road resident reported writing talent. To determine the town. Currently, some 1,200 permits seeking a “self-motivated” individual finding a pellet size hole in a front President’s Award of Literary Ex- are issued through the Town Clerk’s with parking management experi- picture window. cellence, previous year’s entrants office. The town also has “hundreds FRIDAY, JULY 6 ence, communication and computer were screened. Through an exten- of on-street meters,” according to the skills. •A Bryant Avenue resident re- town’s advertisement for the posi- The person will oversee the de- ported the theft of checks and credit sive search, a small percentage of tion, which as of this spring were sign, construction and operations of cards from a purse and unauthorized writers who demonstrate a strong bringing $11,000 a week into the a parking deck, currently still in the charges of approximately $6,500 at sense of creativity and grasp of the town’s coffers. different locations on July 5. technical aspects of writing are discussion stage. • A Route 22 business reported re- awarded this special distinction. ceiving a bad check for goods purchased. Every writer who falls into this SUNDAY, JULY 8 category is invited to have their •A Route 22 gas station reported literary work published in “Ova- that a vehicle drove off without pay- tions,” a collection of poems and Douglas M. 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I look and The Times of Scotch Plains and KENILWORTH — A little over six his steps for education reform. said Brian Donahue, Mr. Ferguson’s Franks has a new job. forward to advancing an industry Fanwood. months into his job, freshman Con- His plan includes giving local schools Deputy Chief of Staff. Mr. Franks been appointed Presi- The Institute would not disclose gressman Michael A. Ferguson (R- more flexibility in how they spend fed- According to Mr. Donahue, last dent of the HealthCare Institute of the salary Mr. Franks will receive. 7th) is preparing to introduce his sec- eral funds, increasing accountability Tuesday’s gathering was the fifth in New Jersey, the organization’s Board Mr. Franks was elected to four ond piece of legislation, a bill target- through state administered tests, hiring the series of Town Hall meetings. The of Trustees announced July 9. Mr. consecutive terms as Congressman ing gun safety. new teachers to reduce class size and next one is scheduled to be held at the Franks will assume his new title on for New Jersey’s Seventh District, The bill, which will be put forward in expanding charter schools. Scotch Plains Municipal Building on Wednesday, August 1. He succeeds which covers parts of Union, the next few months, will address a Mr. Ferguson spoke at length about Wednesday, August 8 at 7:30 p.m. William H. Tremayne, who is retir- Somerset, Middlesex and Essex coun- major component of Mr. Ferguson’s his first piece of legislation, “Helping ing. ties. Mr. Franks completed his fourth campaign pledge, the congressman said. Children Succeed by Funding the In- The HealthCare Institute of New term in January. He was defeated in Jackie Moran, his legislative direc- dividuals with Disabilities Education Scotch Plains Jersey is an association of 17 re- a close battle for the U.S. Senate last tor, said the proposed law will address Act (IDEA),” which if passed will pay Recreation Events search-based pharmaceutical and November and lost to Bret Schundler child safety locks, smart gun technol- 40 percent of special education costs. ogy, registration, and closing the gun The bill is actually designed to ful- Space Available in Small Fry Pro- medical technology companies in in the Republican Party Gubernato- gram that began on July 9. New Jersey-Based in New rial nomination on June 26. show loophole. Mr. Ferguson said he fill a promise made by the federal did not want to speak in detail about the This program, open to four- and Brunswick. The Institute’s goal is to During his tenure in congress, Mr. government in 1975, when it passed five-year-olds, is held Mondays and raise public awareness of the Franks served on the Budget and legislation, which is now in draft form. IDEA. Calling the original law a “huge Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon at industry’s activities in the industry’s Transportation & Infrastructure Com- According to Ms. Moran, Mr. under-funded federal mandate,” Mr. Jerseyland Park. activities in the state. Bob Franks mittees. In the 106th Congress, the Ferguson’s office has also begun pre- Ferguson noted that today the govern- Summer Concert Series Begins “The Institute’s Board of Trustees Transportation & Infrastructure Com- liminary discussions of another poten- ment only provides about 15 percent The second concert in this series believes Bob will add tremendous value that is dedicated to improving and mittee reorganized and Mr. Franks tial bill aimed at gun trafficking. of special education funding, with tax- will be held tonight, Thursday, July to the Institute, helping to educate the saving lives.” became chairman of the new Eco- She said that New Jersey has a par- payers footing much of the difference. 12, at 8 p.m. on the Village Green ticularly high rate of gun trafficking, Under his legislation, New Jersey when “Kings Road Swings” takes the public about the pharmaceutical in- In his new role, Mr. Franks will be nomic Development, Public Build- usually coming from the south. Ac- stage. Kids entertainer Joe Paris will dustry and its impact,” said Raymond responsible for working with the ings, Hazardous Materials and Pipe- would receive more than $725 million cording to the Department of Justice, in funding by 2007, as compared to less open the evening’s entertainment at V. Gilmartin, Chairman, President and HealthCare Institute of New Jersey’s line Transportation Subcommittee. guns come into New Jersey from less 7 p.m. The Green is located on the Chief Executive Officer of Merck & Board of Trustees to develop and He was co-chairman of the North- than $170 million received last year. regulated states via Interstate 95. The bill, which has 67 cosigners, side of the Scotch Plains Municipal Co., Inc. and Chairman of the oversee implementation of strategies east-Midwest Congressional Coali- Meanwhile, the Congressman ap- Building at 430 Park Avenue. was referred to the House Education Trip to Maine Canceled Due to HealthCare Institute of New Jersey. to heighten awareness and under- tion and founded the Congressional peared in Kenilworth on July 3rd to and the Workforce Committee on June “With his significant political expe- standing of the pharmaceutical and Task Force on Manufacturing. He Lack of Registration. talk about some other hot topics - 20. According to Ms. Moran, Vermont Another trip is planned to Biltmore rience, Bob is an expert at elevating medical technology industry. also was co-chairman of the Missing education reform and Social Security Senator Jim Jeffords, who recently public understanding of complex is- He also will lead efforts to align and Exploited Children’s Caucus, and Ashville, N.C., Sunday through - in part of a series of Town Hall made national headlines when he Friday, October 21 through October sues. Considering the major impact the Institute’s interests with other and sponsored numerous bills aimed meetings designed to provide interac- changed from a Republican to an In- 26. A $100 deposit is due by Friday, our industry has on the state, it is stakeholders in the health care field, at protecting children. tion with his constituents. About 20 dependent and supported a Democratic September 21. Double occupancy costs critical that New Jerseyans have a solid such as academic research institu- Before serving in congress, Mr. people attended the gathering at the takeover of the Senate majority, has $765. Please call the Recreation Of- understanding of what we do,” he said. tions, hospitals, public health offi- Franks was a member of the New Kenilworth Municipal Building, also succeeded in placing matching fice at (908) 322-6700, extension no. In accepting the position Mr. cials, physicians, nurses and other Jersey Assembly for 13 years, repre- where Mr. Ferguson answered ques- legislation in the senate education bill. 222, for more information.

Franks said, “The pharmaceutical health care professionals. senting the 22nd district, which covers tions and discussed his job. There has been “great momentum Drive, Chip & Putt Jr. Golf Skills and medical technology industry Spokeswoman Rebecca Perkins Union and Somerset Counties. A resi- Though the pending legislation was behind it (this bill),” Ms. Moran said. Competition makes an invaluable contribution to said the former congressman has al- dent of Berkeley Heights, Mr. Franks not discussed, the evening did focus Mr. Ferguson is also one of 223 co- Held at the Scotch Hills Country our state and the health of our resi- ways been supportive and aware of has a bachelor’s of arts degree from heavily on education, which Mr. sponsors of the “America’s Better Club at Plainfield and Jerusalem Av- Ferguson identified as his main priority. enues, the competition began on Fri- dents. Not only is the industry a the importance the pharmaceutical DePauw University and a law degree Classroom Act,” which provides up to day, July 6, starting at 3:30 p.m. The major source of employment oppor- industry has in New Jersey. from Southern Methodist University. “One of the things that I obviously $660 million in incentives for local first 120 children will compete for governments to bond for school con- free in this event.

struction. That bill was referred to Sports skills, drills and agility camp both the House Education and the (karate) Workforce and House Ways and The camp will be held Monday, Means Committees on June 20. July 30, to Friday, August 3 and Since he began his term in office, Monday, August 6, to Friday, August Mr. Ferguson has co-sponsored bills 10, at the Scotch Plains-Fanwood to eliminate the marriage tax, double High School from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. the per-child tax credit, and end racial The cost is $110 for residents and profiling. On June 28, Mr. Ferguson $125 for non-residents. Currently, [ the Recreation Office does not have co-sponsored a new bill to require enough registration for the first week background checks at all “events that so they may be forced to combine the provide a venue for the sale, offer for kids into the second week. sale, transfer or exchange of firearms.” Teen Night: Friday, August 17. The other major issues discussed at All Scotch Plains and Fanwood the meeting were Social Security and teenagers are invited to attend a sum- Medicare. Mr. Ferguson spoke both mer bash at Scotch Plains-Fanwood of lock-box legislation passed earlier High School from 7 to 10 p.m. Please this year as well as reform for both call (908) 322-6700, extension no. systems. He said the 1 percent return 222 for further details. that taxpayers receive on their Social * * * * * Security payments was “like the gov- “Scotch Plains Recreation Events” ernment stealing your money.” is published every other week in The A large portion of the evening was Westfield Leader and The Times of also dedicated to a question and an- Scotch Plains and Fanwood. swer session for local residents. Elected last fall, Mr. Ferguson has been working over a half-year in the [ first elected position he has ever held. Acupuncture and Herbal Clinic Physician in Chinese Medicine 15 Years Experience 75 years Licensed Acupuncurist by NJ & NY Medical Board Faculty of Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, NY 125 branches All Pains Anxiety Sport injuries Stress Arthritis Gastrointestinal Same roots Fibromyalgia Stop smoking Migraine PMS Asthma Abnormal menses

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PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 12, 2001 Page 3 GOP Leaders Look to ‘Iron Out’ Guards Charged in Cheating Verizon Out Of $100,000; Scheme Uncovered in Township Differences, Back Bret Schundler SCOTCH PLAINS — More than spiracy, second degree theft and officers and inmates at the jail where By STEPHEN CHIGER debate. well as the consequences of his vic- 30 persons, including an Essex ficial misconduct and would lose he worked, and then paying Bradley Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Mr. Schundler said his views tory. County jail guard and six Hudson his job if convicted. about $100 for each time she made WESTFIELD — Jersey City against abortion and in favor of right- From one-issue voters to Mr. County corrections officers, have “We suspect that he found the an adjustment. Mayor Bret Schundler’s upset in the to-carry laws, a contrast from the Franks’ short candidacy to a been charged with participating in a customers, including fellow offic- Lieutenant Patricia Leonard, Republican Gubernatorial Primary opinions of most moderate Republi- grassroots e-mail network, reasons scheme that defrauded Bell Atlantic ers and even inmates at the jail, and Commander of the Special Prosecu- seemed like a political analyst’s for Mr. Schundler’s David versus – now Verizon — out of more than offered to have their phone bills tions Unit, said detectives had to dream. Goliath victory are as widespread $100,000 last year. credited during the period of the visit more than a hundred customers Defying a party leadership, as they are diverse. Ask Mr. Beginning on the morning of June thefts in exchange for cash pay- to check on accounts, see who was which almost categorically sup- Schundler, however, and he’ll tell 29 and continuing late into the af- ments of half the amount owed,” responsible for paying the bill, and ported his opponent, four-time you it was good old fashioned cam- ternoon of July 2, detectives from said First Assistant Prosecutor James develop evidence on each theft case. Seventh District Congressman paigning. the Union County Prosecutor’s Of- F. Keefe. She said the total of the thefts to Bob Franks and last year’s GOP “I presented credible solutions fice were issuing third degree theft Mr. Keefe said a detailed and date is approximately $103,000 and U.S. Senate candidate, Mr. to problems that people really do charges to defendants in three co- painstaking Special Prosecutions restitution will be sought in each Schundler legitimized talk of care about,” he said, adding that mities from throughout Northern Unit investigation, led by Sergeant case, with some bills owed of $1,000 party factions, cohesion and heal- instead of throwing sound bites at New Jersey and even to prison in- Robert Jones, involved personal vis- or more. ing. people he would sit down with mates who took part in the scam. its to dozens of telephone custom- The investigation is continuing, But no sooner was the Repub- them and explain issues, turning More than 30 persons, most of ers to determine how accounts were according to Assistant Prosecutor lican hierarchy toppled than it them into articulate supporters. them Hudson and Essex county resi- being reduced to zero balances by a Susan Gleason, and charges are ex- was nestled by Mr. Schundler’s Mr. Frigerio said he thought the dents, are scheduled to appear in phone company employee. pected to be served on at least 19 side, nonchalantly brushing aside victory simply came down a mat- Superior Court in Elizabeth on Tues- The 14-month probe determined other North Jersey residents who questions of residual bitterness ter of the candidate’s message. day, July 24, on charges they cheated that accounts were being illegally made arrangements to have illegal or a split party. After all, they As for the aftermath, some party Bell Atlantic, now called the Verizon altered by a customer service repre- reductions of their home telephone say, it’s all in the family. officials say that although the Re- telephone company, out of money sentative who worked at a phone bills. Party healing is “already hap- publican Party ranges from mod- they owed for phone bills. company office on Cellar Avenue in Charges have been lodged in pening in large measures,” said erates to conservatives, no ideo- Union County Prosecutor Tho- Scotch Plains. Union County against Bradley, who Mr. Schundler, a former logical battle lines have been mas V. Manahan said the fraudulent Kimberly Bradley, 31, who was was fired from her job shortly after Westfield resident whose family drawn. scheme, first uncovered in April of actually authorized to work only on the thefts were discovered and will still lives in town (his brother Westfield Town Republican 2000, was made possible because a business and corporate accounts, was be served with her charges upon her garnered 784 tallies in town for Committee Chairman Jon former customer service employee reportedly reducing or eliminating return from a trip to Florida. Union County Freeholder in a Bramnick said he didn’t feel that working in Scotch Plains allegedly phone bill accounts and Wilson was Leonard said telephone company losing bid), in a recent phone the victory was any signal that the cut or eliminated customer balances allegedly supplying her with the officials learned last spring that the interview. “(There is) a lot more Republicans were moving right, for a fee while her acquaintance set names of the persons who would be thefts may have taken place for about Cheri Rogowsky for The Westfield Leader and The Times up and collected partial payments illegally credited for calls they made, four or five months before they were that unifies us as Republicans Bret Schundler though “there is always competi- than separates us.” tion between the moderates and that he kept for himself. authorities stated. discovered through internal secu- It was on that cue that the right- cans, were personal beliefs that would conservatives.” Authorities said the person be- Bradley, who was fired shortly rity measures. leaning Mr. Schundler named mod- not specifically be on his agenda as Not counting absentee ballots, Mr. lieved to be the mastermind of the after the thefts were discovered, was “We believe that everyone of the erate Republicans Mr. Franks and governor. Franks won in Westfield by only one scam is Carlos A. Wilson, 31, who served last Thursday in the County dozens and dozens of persons con- Former Governor Thomas H. Kean “I don’t think that it would be vote, 1,048 to 1,047. has been employed as a corrections Prosecutor’s Office upon her return tacted by our detectives knew they as co-chairs of his campaign last worth spending time on the issue When asked if any confidence in officer at the Hudson County Jail in from a trip to Florida. were cheating the telephone com- week. They join former Presidential unless I saw a change in the public GOP leadership may have been un- Jersey City for more than five years. The conspiracy investigation de- pany,” said Ms. Gleason, who said contender and publisher Steve Forbes sentiment,” said Mr. Schundler on dermined, Mr. Bramnick, who had Wilson was served last Friday, termined that Wilson was actually each was served at their home or and former New York State Con- the right for certain citizens to carry originally supported Mr. Franks, said through his attorney, with charges taking the money from the custom- place of employment with the crimi- gressman and 1996 Vice Presidential concealed weapons. he did not think that the case. which include second degree con- ers, including other corrections of- nal complaints. contender Jack Kemp on the He said the same was true for the “I don’t think it was anti-leader- Schundler Campaign. abortion issue, except for partial- ship so much as it was pro-Schundler,” Ronald Frigerio of Westfield, birth abortions, an issue that he feels he said. Chairman of the Union County Re- there is already public consensus “I don’t think it undermines any- publican Committee and a former against. thing,” said Mr. Frigerio. “Politics is Westfield mayor, said the primary “I don’t think the role of a leader in the art of compromise.” was a “fight in the family; you say a democracy is to impose his will on Mr. Frigerio said he thought that if things you don’t really mean.” the unwilling majority,” Mr. Schundler Mr. Schundler could defeat Mr. Nevertheless, Mr. Schundler is still said. He added that he felt Mr. Franks, he could beat Mayor seeking the endorsement of Acting McGreevey was being intolerant of McGreevey as well. “Bret’s got some New Jersey Governor Donald T. religious beliefs that oppose abortion. very popular issues, and I don’t know DiFrancesco of Scotch Plains, who Meanwhile, speculation remains that McGreevey can match them,” he dropped out of the race after media about why Mr. Schundler won as said. scrutiny of his former business deal- ings. Mr. DiFrancesco reportedly blames Mr. Schundler for leaking the story Kenneth Lipstein Elected to the press. “If we can iron (out) some of the small differences, I’m sure we can SP Democratic Chairman come together,” said Mr. Frigerio, SCOTCH PLAINS — The cratic elected officials and candi- who like almost all other GOP county Scotch Plains Democratic Com- dates in their efforts to chairmen had supported Mr. Franks mittee, at its July 2 bring good government in the primary. reorganization meet- to Scotch Plains. I par- Union County, which Mr. Franks ing, unanimously, ticularly look forward to represented both as a state Assem- elected Kenneth supporting Pat Romano blyman and later Congressman, Lipstein as its new in her candidacy for showed the highest victory for Mr. chairman. Township Council. Schundler’s opponent, with 56 per- Mr. Lipstein, an at- “Pat, a long-time resi- cent of the vote. torney, is an 18-year dent of Scotch Plains, Meanwhile, Mr. Schundler’s vic- resident of Scotch brings real experience tory has literally rewritten the rules Plains. He ran for Town- working in municipal of this election, vaporizing Demo- ship Council in 1996 government and will be cratic opponent and Woodbrige and served as Munici- a great asset to our gov- Mayor Jim McGreevey’s claim that pal Prosecutor in 1999. Kenneth Lipstein erning body,” Mr. he is a Trenton outsider. “I am grateful for Lipstein said. Until recently, Mr. McGreevey’s the unanimous endorsement of my Garnering enough support as a campaign had been tailored to chal- fellow Democrats,” Mr. Lipstein write-in candidate in Democratic lenge the GOP’s hegemony over state stated. “I am pleased to be chair- Primary on June 26th, she will face politics. That could have been an man of a united and strong Demo- Republican Guy Celentano in the effective strategy against insiders Mr. cratic Party. I view my role as fall election for an unexpired term Franks or Mr. DiFrancesco. Now, chairman to support our Demo- on the Township Council. Mr. McGreevey must face a candidate who overturned that very leadership to win its nomination. Mr. McGreevey has already begun attacking Mr. Schundler as an ex- tremist, an argument nicely set-up by some of the closing battles of the • Life Insurance Franks Campaign. Though Mr. Schundler said he sees the top issues Art • Disability Insurance of this campaign as lowering prop- • Long Term Care erty taxes, reforming public schools, • Employee Benefits providing school choice, reversing Ammermuller sprawl and removing Garden State Parkway tolls, there is little doubt “Helping People” 908.233.0920 that his anti-abortion and pro-gun ownership stances will be topics of A

CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 4 Thursday, July 12, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION THE TIMES ABCDICTIONOPQRSTDECEPTIONUVWXYZ The Westfield Leader of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Letters to the Editor — Established 1890 — — Established 1959— DD The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield Official Newspaper of the Borough of Fanwood and and the County of Union the Township of Scotch Plains We Must Begin to Address All-Time DDTM Member of: Member of: Diction Deception New Jersey Press Association New Jersey Press Association • National Newspaper Association National Newspaper Association Scotch Plains Business & Professional Association Low Supply of World’s Fresh Water Below are four arcane words, each Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce Fanwood Business & Professional Association with four definitions – only one is cor- As July 11, designated by the United encroaching on limited resources. rect. 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Corbin Brion Devlin serving water with meals to 1,500 fires All interventions to ensure sufficient 1. Furunculosis – The state of being COMMUNITY ASSISTANT PUBLISHER & SPORTS GRAPHICS MARKETING consuming more than 108,000 acres in fresh water for future generations, how- afflicted by boils Paul J. Peyton Karen M. Hinds Melissa Betkowski Florida. ever, are doomed to failure unless the 2. Caracajou – The wolverine or bad- BUSINESS and GOVERNMENT OFFICE MANAGER EDUCATION Ninety-seven percent of the planet’s world’s population can be brought into ger water supply is sea water. Of the remain- balance with its environment and re- 3. Persultation – An eruption of blood SUBSCRIPTION PRICE ing 3 percent, 2 percent is locked up in sources. This is the message each of us from an artery One-year – $24 • Two-year – $46 • Three-year – $66 • One-year college (September to May) – $16 glaciers and polar ice caps. should heed on World Population Day 4. Maculose – Covered with spots Thus, the world’s 6.1 billion people, 2001. For how you can help, call (800) as well as all animal and plant species, 787-0038. SCREE 1. Scottish bagpipe wailing sound rely on one-third of the one commodity Werner Fornos necessary to sustain life: potable water. 2. A pebble or stone; a large mass of Westfield Needs to Move Forward Under President pebbles or stones And another one billion people are added The Population Institute to the world every 12 years, further 3. To bubble or boil Washington, DC 4. To shatter or burst Leadership of New Acting Administrator SECK From lifeguard to Town Administrator – not a bad Gildea had left municipal government for a private American People Need to Wake Up 1. Barren; unprofitable 2. A pimple or blemish career advancement for a 30-year-old. But that is the sector career. He had taken a job with a company in 3. The crows nest or lookout post of a story of a man named Jim Gildea. Union but came back when he discovered he would To Wasteful Spending of Congress sailing vessel After a turbulent few months at Town Hall, Tho- be transferred out of state. He simply did not want to Cutting spending is not something (There we go again. We can’t mind our 4. Sweet corn that the U.S. Congress likes to do. No own business, can we?). mas B. Shannon opted to resign last week as Admin- leave Westfield. That should tell you something • MADID matter which of the major parties has $5 million for a new Parliament build- 1. Stubborn; hard-headed istrator, after only a year and a half in the position. He about Westfield’s new Acting Administrator. control of the U.S. Senate or the U.S. ing in the Solomon Islands. A country 2. Wet; moist cited personal reasons for his decision. Westfield’s town government must now come to- House of Representatives, one can ex- that is part of the British commonwealth. 3. A gnat pect congressional lawmakers to engage (So much for the British government). 4. Depressing His successor, Mr. Gildea, has been serving as gether to ensure that Mr. Gildea is welcomed and in the art of throwing money away. There is more that I would like to list, Assistant Town Administrator under Mr. Shannon. given the full opportunity to grow in his new role. He Consider how they do it, and what but I will spare the reader. POORT He has been “100 percent” involved in the municipal could become a great administrator if given the they spend tax money – the people’s Our federal deficit is in the trillions, 1. A mountain pass money — on: and each year it is increasing. Yet, the 2. The highest point of a mountain budget process, has written grants and has been the chance. •According to an Associated Press members of the U.S. Senate and the range administration’s liaison to the Downtown Westfield Politics must stay out of the process. The Mayor article written by journalist Alan From, House of Representatives waste a total 3. A sweet Portuguese red wine Corporation, the entity that operates the special and Town Council must work closely with Mr. dated July 3, 2001, $500,000 was spent of $375 billion a year. The American 4. The cannon on a Spanish war ship for “swine manure research in Iowa. people have allowed fiscally irrespon- improvement district. He has a warm personality that Gildea to formulate a unified effort to advance Five million dollars for Massachusetts sible individuals to be elected so that Answers will appear in next week’s we feel will be welcomed by staff as well as town Westfield forward. From the pool improvement parking garage (Is this your idea of they can raise havoc in the halls of the issue. residents. He also has vowed to hold to an “open door project to a commuter jitney and senior transporta- bringing home the bacon” Senator Ted U.S. Capital. Kennedy?) If the American populace had the policy.” tion, there are many projects in the hopper that must •In 2000, Congress appropriated discipline to take 10 minutes to one hour Erratum This will be an educational experience for Mr. move forward. Of course, there is the question of a $500,000 to Tyson Foods; $308,000 to to see what exactly is going on in this In a June 28 article about Gildea, as he learns the difficulties of running parking deck which must be decided on one way or Ocean Spray; $526,000 to the Pillsbury nation, we would not be having deficit Company; and $730,000 to Welch’s and other budgetary problems. Westfield High School graduates what is essentially a $25 million business with another. Will a parking manager still be hired? That company. (Whatever happened to “end- What the American people need is a who were awarded grants from 200 full-time employees. But, like Edward A. is another big question that needs to be answered by ing welfare as we knew it?” It applies to serious wake-up call. I hope and pray the Woman’s Club of Westfield, Gottko, who held the position for seven years Mr. Gildea, with guidance from the Mayor and human and not corporate, you say? That’s that soon they’ll hear the alarm go off. the name of student Mari Nicole excused then. Not!). Candelore was spelled incorrectly after serving for 14 years as Town Engineer, Mr. council. • Alex Pugliese $107,000 was appropriated by Con- Kenilworth as “Marie.” Gildea knows the town’s operation. He under- Town Hall needs to once again become a great gress to study the sex 1ife of Japanese stands the town’s population from his days as a place to work and with which to conduct business. As Quails. (I guess human sexuality was not that interesting.) lifeguard, swim instructor and later pool man- long as Mayor McDermott and the full council – •$104,000 was appropriated to study Resident Suggests Traffic Test ager, to his role being the number two guy in the Republicans and Democrats – give Mr. Gildea free how people communicate through facial Recreation Department and later in the Adminis- reins to get the job done, there is no reason this town expressions. (I always wanted to know about those dreaded pouts and frowns). Before Building Parking Deck tration Department. can’t move forward under the new Administrator’s •$5 million was appropriated to Mon- We should conduct a test to see the two busiest intersections in town will It is amazing when you think of the fact that Mr. leadership. tana State University for the holding of effects that a deck would have on traffic have on traffic at rush hour. See how a conference on underused natural re- before any deck is built. Tests are easy, long it takes them to actually make a left sources. (I hoped it was exciting and inexpensive and far more realistic than turn onto Elm Street, a right turn onto informative. If not what a waste). • computer generated traffic surveys and Broad Street, or a left turn onto North Funds for 70 workers in the U.S. completely unscientific parking assess- Avenue. Letters to the Editor Census Bureau to count the population ments. The same sort of test should be ap- of Bangladesh and 225 other countries. Six hundred or so commuters’ cars plied no matter which location is con- would be housed in the currently pro- sidered. Ideally, this would all be done Local Assemblymen’s Bill Called Coaches and Umpires Need to Take posed lot. The majority of the owners of on a lovely Thursday evening when the those vehicles will get off a train be- town is crowded with shoppers and Patronage for Private Organizations Lightning Sensor Sirens Seriously tween 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. each day. diners so that we can truly gauge the So why not take, for example, 150 people, impact of the additional foot and ve- Tapping into the state treasury for House. Additional monies are earmarked I would like to address the issue of are holding metal bats. They are targets have them park behind by Trader Joe’s hicular traffic. $150,000 for political patronage funds, for the exclusive and private use of other safety. for being struck by lightning. and have them wait for the train at 5:50 For those who might think that this is Clark Mayor Bonaccorso seems to be organizations. We are fortunate to have lightning We, as parents, have asked play to p.m. at the north side of the train station. an inconvenience, just think of how in- following the Bret Schundler road to Instead of asking Bagger and Kean for sensors installed throughout the town stop and have been told it is an umpire’s Assign a group of them to head north, convenient a poorly placed deck will be success. recreational monies for existing town- east, west and south, and see how long it for its entire useful life. on our playing fields and recreation decision. takes them to actually get from the train Schundler, the Republican golden boy, funded programs, so that all the people areas in Westfield. These sensors detect Well, if an umpire is not going to Michael H. Teschner was bailed out by Christie Whitman’s of Clark can get tax relief, Bonaccorso is station into their cars and home. Assess Westfield lightning miles away before it is even make a decision and the coaches are not the effect that many people crossing the diversion of state funds to Jersey City. playing a game of political patronage at seen. They sound off quite loudly. I am going to make the decision, perhaps the Now, Assemblymen Richard H. Bagger the expense of Clark taxpayers. Consid- told this warning is for players, as well parents need to make the decision. and Tom Kean, Jr. have sponsored a ering the budgetary shortfalls in state as spectators, to take cover and wait 15 Parents need to pull their children off $150,000 budgetary appropriation for government, Bonaccorso, Bagger and minutes to see if there are further sound- these fields and out of these dangerous First Ward Residents Not Expendable recreational improvements in the town- Kean should realize that these borrow ings. situations if this resistance exists. ship. Unfortunately, the bulk of the and spend Republican shenanigans are I feel that the sounding of these sen- I hope that other parents will take this For Construction of a Parking Deck money has been targeted for patronage at the root of the growing state debt and sors is not being taken seriously by our initiative before something tragic hap- of private organizations rather than re- the real reason for the high cost of living coaches and umpires. Our children are pens. Our children are precious to us This letter is in rebuttal to Debbie tion. Mayor McDermott wisely ap- ducing escalating taxes in Clark. in New Jersey. told to continue to play even though and no type of sporting event is worth Burslem’s letter of June 21. Although pointed a committee to study this com- Approximately $75,000 has been des- Will the pork barrel next extend to just Mrs. Burslem is correct about the large plicated problem. there has been a warning sounded. They their lives. trucks having the right to travel on county ignated for a softball league clubhouse writing state checks to anybody who’ll are even being told to play when there Let’s have a safe summer in Westfield. I remind Mrs. Burslem that First Ward to fulfill Bonaccorso’s promise to help vote Republican? roads, she totally ignores the fact that Councilman Peter Echausse, to his credit, is lightning overhead. Monica Gundrum any parking deck situated between Pros- the league, after the league refused the These children are on open fields and listened carefully to the residents of donation of the historic Enders-Sagar William T. Fidurski Westfield pect Street and Elm Street would neces- Ward 1 and duly noted the serious im- Clark sarily further compromise the traffic pact that the Prospect and Elm Streets safety at Westfield’s busiest intersec- location would have on his constituents. tion. All other options must be considered It is obvious that Mrs. Burslem has in this difficult situation. Intelligent and not given the subject serious and deep compassionate management would not thought. Dozens of highly intelligent conclude that the residents of Ward 1 are Westfield residents presented their rea- expendable! soning and objections to the proposed location of the parking deck to the Frank Senters Westfield Town Council. This back- Chelmsford Condominium Assoc. ground gave our Mayor pause for reflec- Westfield Half-Hour Delay In Opening Of Polling Place Irks Voter Editor’s Note: The following letter venienced. I was planning to vote and was sent to Union County Clerk Joanne leave on a trip. The inconvenience caused Rajoppi and Westfield Town Clerk Ber- me a half-hour delay but the serious nard A. Heeney and the Commissioner impact was with a friend, who I met at of Registration. the high school, and he was denied his * * * * * vote because he had to catch a plane to On election day I attempted to cast Chicago. The delayed opening cost at my ballot at the Westfield Senior High least one voter his right to vote. School Auditorium Lobby at 7 a.m. There Please explain how the ability to was a hand-made sign on the door to the scrawl a note on a piece of paper should effect that the polling place would not be have the power to deny a citizen his right open until 7:30 a.m. due to a Board of to cast a ballot. What happened? Why Education ruling. The ruling did not was the polling place not ready at 7 impact Edison Intermediate School be- a.m.? What will be done to prevent this cause the voters were exercising their in the future? rights there at 7 a.m. Gerard Barton I was concerned, annoyed and incon- Westfield Deadlines General News - Friday 4pm Vintage Base Ball Thanks Weekend Sports - Monday 12pm Westfield Leader Sports Classifieds - Tuesday 2pm Thanks for the write-up about the How To Reach Us game on June 24, and for fulfilling the E-Mail - [email protected] umpiring duties. The team really en- Phone - (908) 232-4407 joyed the article and the photos. Mail-PO Box 250, Westfield 07091 I received a letter from Union County on June 30 that we have been awarded PO Box 368, Scotch Plains 07076 funding under the 2001 HEART Grant In Person - 50 Elm St., Westfield program. We will receive the grant 1906 Bartle Avenue, Scotch Plains through the Union County Division of Submittal Formats Cultural and Heritage Affairs. Once again, on behalf of both the Elizabeth Photos - B/W and Color Resolutes and the Flemington Neshanock No Panoramic or Polaroid I want to thank David Corbin and The Typed, not handwritten Westfield Leader for your continued sup- Upper and lower case port of the vintage base ball project. Need name & daytime phone Paul Salomone For our complete editorial policies Captain request a copy of our Policy Guide Elizabeth Resolutes Base Ball Club CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 12, 2001 Page 5 Mayors Have Big Words For the Boat Race Sunday

By SETH AUGENSTEIN ver pitch. The public is invited to attend the Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Several participants offered some festivities, which will commence at WESTFIELD — The competition humorous quips earlier this week as 9 a.m. that day with a display of the among mayors in the Westfield May- they geared up for the big event, in racing boats. ors Regatta, set for this Sunday, July which remote-controlled electric and “I’m looking forward to the heat of 15, beginning at noon in steam-driven boats will cruise the competition,” said Mayor Robert F. Mindowaskin Park, is nearing a fe- pond’s waters. Viglianti of Mountainside, tena- ciously. Mayor Louis C. Jung of Fanwood Ed Renfree Remembered also left no doubt that his borough, despite its geographic size, would be a force to be reckoned with in the upcoming competition. By Friends, Community “Fanwood may be small, but we By SETH AUGENSTEIN Paul’s Church. He enjoyed himself in will prove we have big heart. (After Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times these roles, just as the children did. all, we are the heart of Scotch WESTFIELD — “Ed Renfree was He additionally served on the Plains!),” he said. a friendly gentleman,” Commander town’s Memorial Day Parade Com- Mayor Martin L. Marks of Scotch of American Legion Post No. 3 in mittee and had been the Master of Plains made an attempt to unnerve Westfield, Peter Hogaboom, said this Ceremonies for years prior. Due to his most heated competitor, Mayor week, recalling the longtime health reasons, Mr. Renfree could Gregory S. McDermott of Westfield. Westfield resident whose contribu- not attend this year’s parade, but he “After following the recent issues tions extended to many activities still was there – this time, in prayers in Westfield, I would say that within the town. “We’re going to for his recovery. Mindowaskin Park would be a per- miss him.” “We will miss Ed, not only be- fect place for a new parking deck,” The words Mr. Hogaboom used to cause he is gone, but because of the he said, jokingly. Mayor McDermott, meanwhile, is PATROLLING THE WATERS OF MINDOWASKIN...Could this coast guard ship possibly be patrolling the waters of describe his friend reflects the senti- quality of our encounter with him Mindowaskin Park during the Mayors Regatta on July 15? All of the participating mayors felt confident that their boat ments of many in the Westfield com- while he was here,” Reverend focused more on the competition at will emerge victorious, hopefully not submerged. munity regarding Mr. Renfree, who Hamersley said. hand. Clark will be challenging be- died on July 4 at age 84 in the There are few remaining active cause of its reservoir, and ManorCare Nursing Home in participants in the local American Mountainside will be tough because Mountainside. Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars. of the proximity of Surprise Lake. Renowned for his active participa- Despite this, 21 cumulative mem- “However, with the home water More Letters to the Editor tion in town affairs, Mr. Renfree bers of those two groups attended advantage, I hope that the local resi- defended his country as a Lieutenant Mr. Renfree’s funeral. That, as Mr. dents will be willing to sacrifice a in the United States Navy in World Hogaboom said, denoted his friend’s dive into the pond in order to create Y Thanks All War II and was a member of the importance to the people that knew wake that will aid me, in case I find McGinn Teachers Thank Community Veterans of Foreign Wars and the him. myself behind,” he said, laughing. American Legion, both in Westfield “He never gave up. He was a great Politicians. Boats. Mindowaskin Who Took Part For Helping With Scotch Plains Tour As part of his spiritual life, Mr. man. I can’t think of anything else to Pond. July 15. The prize? The pride of Renfree was an usher at St. Paul’s say,” he said. having the toughest Mayor in the land. In Teen Event The third graders of William J. Many thanks to Renate Maroney at Episcopal Church in Westfield. He McGinn Elementary School, their teach- the Osborne Cannonball House; Chief was also a member of the Lions Club I would like to express a note of ers and chaperones enjoyed a wonder- Thomas O’Brien, Officer James Denman thanks and gratitude to all of those who ful day touring downtown Scotch Plains of Westfield, the Westfield Histori- and Geri Samuel at the Police Depart- helped to make this year’s TeenXtreme and learning about the community in ment and Municipal Building; Lee cal Society and the Old Guard of exhibition a success. Skateboarding, which they live. On June 8, the children Chasalow and Troy Weissman for their Westfield. BMX and Inline skating have become visited the Osborne Cannonball House, gracious hospitality at the Stagehouse Although he was distinguished for three of the most popular sports/lifestyles the Scotch Plains Police Department Inn; and Reverend Chas Hutchinson at his community involvement, Mr. among teenagers today. The growth of and Municipal Building, the Stagehouse the Scotch Plains Baptist Church. We Renfree’s numerous friends and loved these sports deserves as much attention Inn and the Scotch Plains Baptist Church appreciated all the time, effort and prepa- ones would emphasize his personal as baseball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse and Cemetery. ration that went into making a wonderful character. etc. receive in our community. The children learned about the ge- trip for us. “We will miss Ed because he The Wesfield “Y” has recognized the ography, history and traditions of the need for a safe and appropriate environ- past as well as the policies, procedures Jane Lawlor, Joan Costello, seemed to combine a unique blend of ment for these “extreme” sports and in Phyllis Karvetsky and Joanne tenacity and charm,” remarked the and government operations of the turn has been offering after-school pro- present. We would like to thank the Maiurro Reverend Andrew Hamersley, Rec- grams for this growing population for many people involved in welcoming Third Grade Teachers tor of St. Paul’s Church during ser- two and a half years. and enlightening us. McGinn School vices for Mr. Renfree earlier this This year we were able to hold our Scotch Plains week. “It does not surprise us to hear third TeenXtreme event on Saturday May his family tell of his selfless devo- 12, at the Westfield National Guard Ar- tion, of his care-giving, of his re- mory. Contributing to the huge success of this year’s event were Out of Bounds sponsibility.” Skateboard/Snowboard shop in Scotch For Mr. Renfree, everyone was fam- David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Plains, Unreal skate shop in Somerville, ily and deserved his attention and A PATRIOT AND A GENTLEMAN...Among his many other functions, for Subculture skate shop in Roselle Park, love. He was the Easter Bunny and decades, Edward Renfree, right, participated in the Veterans Day ceremonies Hobbytown hobby shop in Westfield, Santa Claus for the children of St. held at the Monument to World War I Veterans in Westfield. The United Skateboarding Association who donated the obstacles, Quim Cardona and the Zoo York skateboarding team. Special thanks to the Westfield Benefit Softball Game Armory for the use of their facility, to all Elks Make $2,200 Donation of the volunteers, including the Westfield Slated for Saturday “Y” Leaders Club, who helped set up and break down the event and to the For Fountain at Echo Lake In Brookside Park bands that played, Accidentally Shot by SCOTCH PLAINS — A benefit Hunters, Let it Burn, Down in Flames, WESTFIELD — The Union Park in May of each year,” said Free- and an untitled band from Westfield County Board of Chosen Freehold- holder Mary P. Ruotolo of Westfield. softball game will take place this Sat- urday, July 14, at Brookside Park in High School displaying their musical ers has announced that a donation “We’re happy to work with such a Scotch Plains. It is scheduled to begin and dramatic talents. has been received from the East Cen- public-spirited group and we thank at 1 p.m. and refreshments will be Most importantly, thank you to all of tral Jersey Elks to pay for a new the Elks for their donations to im- served after the game. the people who participated and attended. water fountain at Echo Lake Park in prove this popular park.” Your support for our program is greatly Donations will go to the charity appreciated as we seek to provide more Mountainside and Westfield. George Helock of Scotch Plains, Books for a Better World, a nonprofit The donation is the second large the District Chairman for the East and better opportunities for you and your organization that helps develop el- families. contribution made by the Elks in Central Jersey Elks, presented the ementary and secondary reading pro- recent years to improve facilities for $2,200 donation to the County of grams and libraries in Third World Marty Collett handicapped individuals at Echo Union. The gift is earmarked for the Youth/Teen Director countries. Westfield “Y” Lake Park. purchase and installation of a handi- The teams who will play are “The Elks have been long-time capped accessible water fountain and Themis, Inc., a Westfield mainframe sponsors of our fishing derbies for a new stair railing near the dock area computer training company, and The people with disabilities at Echo Lake of lower Echo Lake. Sports Guys of WNEW radio of New See it all on the Web! York. 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May 4, at 12:20 p.m. at Overlook Outstanding Entry” for the recent They included Kyle Daley, solo Part 1, entitled “How to Find Job Hospital in Summit. Scotch Plains-Fanwood Memorial male fife; Kyle and Scott Daley, duet Leads on the Internet,” will be held Eric weighed 8 pounds and 1 ounce Day Parade. fife; Bridget Millman, solo female on Tuesday, July 17, from 7:30 to and measured 21½ inches in length This year marked the 25th year of bass drum, and Scott Daley, Magdalen 8:30 p.m. The session will include at birth. participation for the corps, which Millman, Anna Millman, Caitlin Gray hands-on searching of the online clas- He joins his brother, Justin Clifford, doubles up each Memorial Day, be- and Candy Cummins, fife quartet. All sified ads of regional newspapers. It age 3. ginning with a two-mile march up will compete in the Northeast will also introduce participants to The baby’s maternal grandparents East Broad Street in Westfield for the Regionals Fife and Drum Competi- other general sources of job leads, as are Mr. and Mrs. David Wong of town parade, then on to the Scotch tion in September in New York. well as cover letter and résumé writ- Brooklyn, N.Y. Plains-Fanwood event. Other winners included Tommy ing Web sites. His paternal grandparents are Mr. The corps participates in more than Watts, first place, novice snare drum; Part 2, entitled “Finding the Right and Mrs. Lawrence Yoon of Forest a dozen events a year in the region, Andrew Bausch, first place, novice Online Job Sites for You,” will cover Hills, N.Y. entertaining parade-goers with their bass drum; Matt Wrezniewsky, first career fields and industry job sites. It Eric’s maternal great-grandmother Colonial music, patriotic songs and place, male bass drum B class, and will be held on Tuesday, July 31, is Mrs. P.S. Wong of New York City. seasonal material. Matt Wrezniewsky, Brian Steffey and from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Basic Internet On the same night they received Eric DaCunha, first place, A class navigation skills and experience with HAPPY CAMPERS…Having fun together at the recent Encampment at Camp the trophy, at a separate ceremony in drum trio. a computer mouse are prerequisites. Riley Morgan Lou Henry Hoover are fifth-grade Troop No. 829 with their “adopted little Westfield, the corps honored recent The Westfield Fife and Drum Corps In person or telephone registration sister” Troop No. 310. Pictured, left to right, are: Back row, Jayne Dzuback, graduates Kyle Daley and Brian meets each Tuesday evening at the is required and may be done by vis- Welcomed By Annie Smith, Christine Leide, Emily Jones, Meghan Dhaliwal and Michele Steffey for their commitment to the First United Methodist Church at iting or calling the library’s Refer- Silverstein, and front row, Kelly Yingling, Sophie Kontur, Jessica Moore, group with grants in the amounts of One East Broad Street in Westfield. ence Desk at (908) 789-4090. Class DeProsperos Amanda White, Theresa Chrystal and Nicole Sultanos. $1,821 and $1,111, respectively. Members are drawn from through- size is limited to eight individuals. All members who remain active out central New Jersey. Prospective Classes are open to Westfield Me- Michelle and John DeProspero of through their senior year can receive members are invited to stop by the morial Library cardholders only. Scotch Plains have announced the Girl Scouts Come Together a grant, based on their length and church any Tuesday after 7:30 p.m. birth of their daughter, Riley Mor- degree of participation. or visit That Scoundrel Scapin gan DeProspero, on Thursday, May Several corps members garnered www.westfieldfifeanddrum.cjb.net. 3, at 10:26 a.m. at Overlook Hospital At Townwide Encampment On Tap at Library in Summit. dents). Younger scouts stay in cab- WESTFIELD – The Westfield Me- FANWOOD – Each year, the Ser- morial Library will present the New Riley weighed 8 pounds and 2 vice Team of Fanwood-Scotch Plains ins, while the older scouts sleep in ounces and measured 21 inches in Jersey Shakespeare Festival’s next Girl Scouts form a committee to help platform tents. stage eNSEmble touring production length at birth. plan a Townwide Encampment, This year, 224 scouts and 84 adults of That Scoundrel Scapin on Thurs- She joins her sister, Kiera which takes place at Camp Lou Henry attended the camp program, which day, August 2, at 7 p.m. DeProspero, age 2. Hoover, a Washington Rock Girl took place during the last weekend in The tale, by Jean Baptiste Poquelin Russ and Terry Hamill of Fanwood Scout Council-owned camp in April. Moliere, is the story of two young are Riley’s maternal grandparents. Middleville. Traditionally, the Fanwood- men who are desperately in love with Scotch Plains Service League makes Her paternal grandparents are The emphasis of encampment is to two young women, but their fathers bring the community of Girl Scouts a donation toward the site fee in don’t approve. Patricia DeProspero of Scotch Plains together for a weekend of outdoor recognition of all the service activi- To ensure future happiness, the ser- and Anthony and Marge DeProspero fun. Participants range from Brownie ties the scouts perform during the vices of the quick-witted servant of High Bridge. Scouts (first through third grade) up year. Scapin are employed. A series of Riley’s maternal great-grandmoth- to Senior Scouts (high school stu- The Senior Scouts planned and ran tricks, schemes and fast-paced physi- ers are Imelda McGraw of Westfield many of the activities for the younger cal humor make for a hilarious farce, and Ruth Hamill of New Providence. scouts. This year’s theme, “Island according to a library spokeswoman. SPBPA Announces Paradise,” was reflected in many of This presentation is for library pa- the craft activities and the Saturday trons who have completed sixth grade Forbes Family Farmers Market evening “Luau Party.” up through adults. A valid Westfield SCOTCH PLAINS – For the eighth Many adults volunteered in the Library card is required to attend. Free kitchen and with the crafts. The scouts SOARING HIGH…Westfield High School students James G. Fleming, left, tickets will be available beginning Welcomes consecutive year, the Scotch Plains Monday, July 16. Business and Professional Associa- also learned camping skills, took and Robert Daurio were recognized by Boy Scout Troop No. 72 at a recent Eagle hikes and participated in waterfront Court of Honor Ceremony held at The Presbyterian Church in Westfield. The For additional information, please Amy Catherine tion (SPBPA) has organized the Jer- two were saluted for having reached Eagle Scout rank — the highest level call (908) 789-4090 or visit the library sey Fresh Farmers Market in Scotch activities or a challenge ropes course. attainable in the Boy Scouts. at 550 East Broad Street. Jeff and Jeannine Forbes of Plains. Westfield have announced the birth The market is held every Saturday of their daughter, Amy Catherine from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the Mu- Two Westfield Students Forbes, on Monday, June 18, at St. nicipal Building parking lot on Park Y Receives Afterschool Grant Barnabas Medical Center in Avenue. SPBPA President Ray Par- Livingston. don, who manages the market, has Achieve Eagle Scout Rank Amy weighed 8 pounds and 4 invited people to visit the market Of $5,000 From J C Penney ounces and measured 21½ inches in each week and also to visit the shops WESTFIELD – On June 8, Boy holidays. The Eagle Scout, whose length at birth. and restaurants in Scotch Plains Scout Troop No. 72 held an Eagle interests include historical miniature WESTFIELD — The Westfield Y ing on the appropriate level by the She joins her sister, Karen Emily, Towne Centre. Court of Honor Ceremony at The Pres- gaming and playing baseball, plans recently received a $5,000 J C Penney third grade. All produce featured at the market age 2½. byterian Church in Westfield, during to major in business management at Afterschool Grant to serve more This year, a total of 400 YMCAs is fresh-picked and Jersey grown. which James G. Fleming and Robert Iona College in New Rochelle, N.Y. youth through the Y’s after school were awarded individual J C Penney Amy’s maternal grandparents are For more information on the SPBPA, Patrick and Patricia Hanley of Verona. Daurio were recognized for having this fall. programs. Afterschool grants of $5,000 each, the market and other information on totaling $2 million. Last year, the Her paternal grandparents are Jim reached the highest level attainable in Robert, who will be a senior at These programs ensure that young the township, please see Westfield High School in the fall, is people are engaged productively first year of the initiative, 302 and Barbara Forbes of Putnam Val- Boy Scouts – the rank of Eagle. VisitScotchPlains.com on the Some of the requirements to reach a member of the school track team during the critical hours between 3 YMCAs received grants. ley, N.Y. Internet. this elite level include completion of and is studying guitar, clarinet, key- and 6 p.m., when many parents are “We’re excited about receiving a J at least 21 Merit Badge classes taught board and harmonica. A peer minis- working and youth are often alone C Penney Afterschool grant. This by adult counselors, dealing with ter at St. Helen’s Roman Catholic with nothing to do, according to funding will enable us to offer more INVENTORY CLOSEOUT such topics as citizenship, family, Church in Westfield, he also partici- Amy Gantz, Youth Development scholarships to ensure a fuller par- the world and community. pates in Habitat for Humanity and Director for the Westfield Y. ticipation by our community,” said An Eagle candidate must serve his has traveled to Washington, D.C. as More than 850 YMCAs submit- Ms. Gantz. troop in a leadership role and also part of the Young Neighbors in Ac- ted grant proposals seeking fund- While providing aid to support tion program. existing programs such as skate- submit ideas for a community project ing through the J C Penney Visit Our Website • www.mattressfac.com that must be approved by the Boy In addition, Robert participated in Afterschool initiative, which is now boarding and film making, the funds

Scout Council and then completed the Spanish Exchange Program this in its second year. This initiative will also help to introduce such new under his managerial supervision. past spring. His community project funds and increases public aware- offerings as adventure camps and a

teen coffee house, she added. James, a member of the 2001 involved upgrading the playground ness of high-quality after school graduating class of Westfield High area of the Westfield Day Care Cen- programs. Through a multi-year, multi-mil- ter, where he planned and coordi- Through the grant proposals, lion-dollar commitment, J C Penney School, has served as Senior Patrol !"# Leader of Troop No. 72 for the past nated the work to revamp the facility, YMCAs nationwide explained how has pledged its support to YMCA year. In that capacity, he is the man- bringing it up to code to make it a they would achieve one or more of after school programs across the safe and attractive area in which country. # ager of 30 to 40 scouts who attend the YMCA/J C Penney Afterschool weekly meetings, keeping to the children can play. partnership goals. This year, America’s YMCAs are agenda he helps put together. Robert will intern this summer at These goals include engaging celebrating the 150th anniversary of # His Eagle Project entailed refur- an architectural firm in Newark and more teenagers in programs during the founding of the first Y in Boston.

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CONTACT We Care Honors WELCOME BACK…The Reverend James D. Cole, pictured above, will return Runnells Foundation Holds to preach at The Presbyterian Church in Westfield this Sunday, July 15, during the 8 and 9:30 a.m. services. A reception will follow the second service. Reverend Several Special Volunteers Cole, now living in Pennsylvania, previously served as Associate Minister to Benefit Golf Tournament Youth and as Associate Minister for Pastoral Care at the church. WESTFIELD – CONTACT We Director at CONTACT. Care, the 24-hour telephone crisis hot CONTACT We Care recruits, trains line, honored some very special volun- and supervises adult volunteers to of- BERKELEY HEIGHTS – The the hospital in Berkeley Heights,” teers at a recent Support Worker Thank fer the gift of listening to callers who Runnells Specialized Hospital Foun- said Union County Freeholder Rev. Cole to Return Sunday You Reception. are stressed, depressed or suicidal. dation recently held its second an- Deborah Scanlon. Honorees included Candy Santo of The Union County-based, non-profit nual golf tournament fundraiser at “The Foundation’s short-term Fanwood, Nancy Morrison of agency serves Union, Middlesex, the Union County Parks Department goals have previously raised funds to To Presbyterian Church Somerset, Morris and Essex Counties. Oak Ridge Golf Course in Clark. bring computers to the residents and Livingston and the Reverend Dr. Darla All are invited to attend. A reception Turlington of Summit, for their efforts The hot line number is (908) 232-2880, “The long-range goal of the patients of Runnells, allowing them WESTFIELD – The congregation or individuals may call, toll-free, (888) of The Presbyterian Church in Westfield will be held on the church lawn follow- in serving as backup support for volun- Runnells Foundation is to build a to gain access to e-mail and the ing the latter service. teers handling crisis calls on the hot line. 320-CARE. therapeutic rehabilitation pool for Internet,” she added. will welcome the Reverend James D. Cole back to the pulpit this Sunday, For many years, Reverend Cole The 26-year-old organization now col- Sixty golfers participated in the worked with the church’s young people, laborates with the 24-hour Mobile Psychi- tournament, and another 20 indi- July 15, during worship services at 8 and 9:30 a.m. having served as Associate Minister to atric Outreach Unit housed at Muhlenberg Women Honored for Work viduals joined them for dinner. Golf Youth from 1955 to 1969. Regional Medical Center in Plainfield. The equipment and golf shirts were During this time, he initiated many trained professionals there now serve as awarded to those with the longest Master of Science youth mission trips, including the an- CONTACT Support Workers. With Disabled Athletes drive, male and female – Mark Fisher nual trip to New Windsor, Md. to pro- “We will be forever grateful for the and Kathy Villaggio; closest to the Awarded to Timko cess used clothing at the Church World assistance provided by our volunteer MOUNTAINSIDE — Trish The 2001 Junior National Wheel- pin, male and female – Jack Olsen WESTFIELD – Catherine Timko, Service Center. pool of support workers, but look for- Yurochko of Mountainside and Debbie chair Championships, a program of and Becky Kuhnau; low gross, male the daughter of Theresa Timko of Reverend Cole then spent 14 years ward to working on a consistent basis Bedminster, formerly of Westfield, reat the Westminster Presbyterian Church with the experts at the 24-hour Mobile Armento of Kendall Park recently Wheelchair Sports, USA (WSUSA), and female – Bill Palladino and Kathy received Lifetime Achievement is now in its 18th year. The event is Villaggio, and low net, male and ceived a Master of Science Degree in in Detroit, Mich. He returned to The Outreach Unit,” said Ilona Nursing at Villanova University on Sun- Presbyterian Church in Westfield in Tomaszewsky of Westfield, Clinical awards for their hard work and dedi- scheduled for Saturday to Saturday, female – Jack Kelly and Linda cation to the Tri-State Wheelchair July 21 to 28, at Rutgers University Semancik. day, May 20. She was certified as a 1983 and served as Associate Minister Torah Center to Offer Athletic Association and disabled chil- in Piscataway. Freeholder Vice Chairman Lewis pediatric nurse practitioner. for Pastoral Care until his retirement dren throughout the Tri-State area. This year’s meet will be sponsored Mingo, Jr. and Freeholder Daniel Ms. Timko is employed at Children’s on December 17, 1989. Hospital of Philadelphia as a pediatric The reverend earned degrees from Jewish History Course Both are members of the Local by Children’s Specialized Hospital, an Sullivan were among the participants oncology nurse practitioner. Organizing Committee for the 2001 affiliate member of the Robert Wood in the tournament. Western Theological Seminary in Pitts- WESTFIELD – The Union County Catherine is a 1989 graduate of burgh, Pa., in 1953 and 1955. He was Torah Center will offer a four-week Junior National Wheelchair Cham- Johnson Health System, and the Tri- Runnells Hospital Foundation Westfield High School. She received her ordained by the Redstone Presbytery Jewish history course on Wednesdays pionships. State Wheelchair Athletic Association. Board members Charles Mancuso Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 1993 in the Synod of Pennsylvania. He cur- from 8 to 9 p.m. beginning August 1. Ms. Yurochko, Marketing Coordi- Participants will compete in vari- and Ed Mellage first approached from Villanova. rently resides in Delta, Pa. Classes will be held at the center, lo- nator for Children’s Specialized Hos- ous archery, track and field, slalom, Mary Lou Marcino, Runnells Foun- cated at 418 Central Avenue in Westfield. pital and coach of the Children’s swimming, table tennis and dation Executive Director, last year Professor Rabbi Mitchell Bomrind Specialized Hospital Lightning weightlifting events. For more infor- with the idea of a golf outing. of Kean University in Union will trace Wheels, received the Richard E. mation about the championship meet, “My thanks to Charlie and Ed, Jewish history from medieval times to Kunzler Award. please call Ms. Yurochko at (908) tournament co-chairs, once again for Good News the 20th century. Named after the Tri-State Wheel- 301-2530. all their efforts, and to everyone in- “Rabbi Bomrind is a well-known, chair Association’s founding father, volved. Thanks also to Parks Depart- “Praise Ye The Lord. Praise the Lord, O my captivating lecturer who brings history the Kunzler Award is given to an Kenneth R. Davidson ment Director Chuck Sigmund and soul. While I live will I praise the Lord: to life. We invite the community to take individual who has demonstrated a the staff at Oak Ridge, for a beautiful advantage of this unique learning op- significant contribution to the ad- Earns Bachelor’s Degree course, as always,” said Ms. Marcino. I will sing praises unto my God while I have portunity,” said Rabbi Levi Block of vancement of wheelchair sports WESTFIELD – Eckerd College in the Torah Center. within the Tri-State region. St. Petersburg, Fla. has reported that See it all on the Web! any being.” Topics to be covered include the Ms. Armento, an official with the Kenneth Robert Davidson of Spanish Inquisition, the Cossacks, the Westfield was among the 397 stu- false messianism of Shabbtai Tzvi, the Tri-State Wheelchair Association, www.goleader.com Psalm 146:1,2 The Gospel received the Robert McShane Award. dents to receive a degree during a birth of Chassidism, Czarist Russia, commencement ceremony held on Zionism and the founding of the State The award, named after one of Tri- of Israel, among other subjects. State’s original officials, is given to Sunday, May 20. The Jewish History series is open to an official who demonstrates dedica- A 1997 graduate of Westfield High the public, as are all programs of the tion and sacrifice in service to the School, Kenneth majored in Human Torah Center. The fee is $10 for the Tri-State region. Development with an emphasis on entire course. For more information The Tri-State Wheelchair Athletic Youth Studies and Social Work. and to respond, please call the Torah Association presents both awards He is the son of Kenneth Davidson Center at (908) 789-5252. annually. and Carol Greco.

CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 8 Thursday, July 12, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Lesley Baldauf, 45, Had Earned Degree Margaret Hartelius, 78, Had Illustrated, From Stevens Institute of Technology Authored Numerous Children’s Stories Lesley Ann Baldauf, 45, of ity. -Obituaries-Obituaries -- Margaret Hartelius, 78, of Mrs. Hartelius and her husband, Paul Billerica, Mass., died on Monday, Surviving are her husband, David Manahawkin, an illustrator of Hartelius, Jr., collaborated on July 2, in the Northwood Rehabilita- Baldauf; a daughter, Kimberly tion and Nursing Center in Lowell, Baldauf; a son, Christopher Baldauf; children’s books, crafts and games, projects. As art director and de- Mass. her father, Harold Chapman; two Edward W. Renfree, 84, Was Active died on Tuesday, July 3, at her home. signer, he did the production work, Born in Waltham, Mass., she had sisters, Kathy Musumeci and Nancy Born in Reading, Mich., she had while she handled the creative as- lived in Westfield before moving to McFadden, and a brother, H. Will- lived in Westfield for 36 years be- pects and illustrations. The couple Billerica. iam Chapman. In Various Westfield Organizations fore relocating to the Manahawkin were married for 53 years. Mrs. Baldauf had worked for Bell Private funeral services were ar- Edward W. Renfree, 84, of Roselle gion, the Westfield Historical Soci- section of Stafford Township in She attended Wayne University Laboratories in Piscataway, the MI- ranged under the direction of the died on Wednesday, July 4, at ety and the Old Guard of Westfield. 1987. in Detroit, Mich., now Wayne State TRE Corporation in Bedford, Mass., Burns Funeral Home in Billerica. ManorCare Health Services of He was predeceased by his wife, Mrs. Hartelius was a commercial University, for two years, after which Tech-Dyn Systems Corporation in Memorial contributions may be Mountainside. Vera W. Renfree, in 1979. artist who wrote or illustrated many she transferred to Parsons School of Worms, Germany, and GTE and made to The Brain Trust, 186 Hamp- Born in Fall River, Surviving are a son, Ri- books, among them “Knot Now,” a Design in Manhattan. General Dynamics Corporation, both shire Street, Cambridge, Mass., Mass., he moved to chard W. Renfree of in Needham, Mass. 02139. 24-page children’s book which pre- Mrs. Hartelius was a member of She earned a bachelor’s degree in July 12, 2001 Westfield in 1965 and re- Scotch Plains; a daughter, sented nearly a dozen ways to make the Pine Shores Art Association of mathematics from Douglass College located to Roselle in 1985. Martha A. Renfree of friendship bracelets. Stafford Township and in 1980 was in New Brunswick and a master’s Mr. Renfree had been a Roselle, and three grand- Additional titles by Mrs. elected to the New Jersey Writers degree in computer science from Betty E. Stellar, 80 sales representative with children. Hartelius, alone or with an author, Hall of Fame at the New Jersey Stevens Institute of Technology in Betty Elaine Housel Stellar, 80, of Kaiser Aluminum for 35 The funeral service was include “Is That You, Santa?,” “Hide Institute of Technology. Hoboken. Ardmore, Pa., died on Thursday, June years before retiring in held on Monday, July 9, at and Ghost Seek,” “Zoom: The Com- Surviving, in addition to her hus- Mrs. Baldauf was a member of the 28, at University of Pennsylvania 1972. He subsequently St. Paul’s Church and was plete Paper Airplane Kit,” “The band, are a son, Paul Hartelius, 3rd, Sigma Sigma Sigma National Soror- Hospital in Philadelphia. worked as an office man- followed by interment at Born in South Amboy on June 11, Edward W. Renfree Chicken’s Child” and “Birthday of Fanwood; a daughter, Sharon 1921, the daughter of the late James ager for Nordling-Dean Forest Green Park in Trombone.” Siefken of Cape May Courthouse, Patricia L. Delnero, 54 Leon and Martha Meseroll Housel, Electrical Contractors for 10 years Morganville. Besides producing books for pub- and four grandchildren. she had lived in Boston and Balti- before retiring in 1990. Arrangements were under the di- lishers from Doubleday and Scho- Mrs. Hartelius’ body was cremated Patricia L. Delnero, 54, of Scotch He was a member of St. Paul’s rection of the Gray Funeral Home, lastic, she illustrated handbooks for and her ashes were to be scattered Plains died on Monday, July 2, at more before moving to Ardmore, Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- and was a lifelong summer resident Episcopal Church in Westfield, where 318 East Broad Street in Westfield. the Campfire Girls and did com- over an island near Booth Bay Har- ter in Plainfield. of Ship Bottom. he also served as an usher. Memorial donations may be made mercial artwork for Fanny Farmer bor in Maine, where she spent sum- Born in Plainfield, she was a life- Mrs. Stellar attended Centenary Mr. Renfree additionally was a to the Eye Ear Mobile Fund, in care candies and Avon. She also did il- mer vacations for more than 50 years. long resident of Scotch Plains. College, Pembroke College (of member of the Westfield Lions Club, of Doug Schembs, 321 Lamberts Mill lustrations for Peanut Butter, a now- A memorial service will be held Miss Delnero was predeceased by Brown University) and Harvard Busi- the Westfield Veterans of Foreign Road, Westfield 07090. defunct children’s magazine pub- at the Methodist Church in ness School. She was associated with her parents, Albert and Lucy Delnero. Wars, the Westfield American Le- July 12, 2001 lished by Scholastic. Manahawkin at a date to be an- Surviving are her brother, Albert the University of Pennsylvania through her husband, Eliot Stellar, Mrs. Hartelius’ works have been nounced. A. Delnero, Jr. of Scotch Plains, and translated into French, German and Arrangements are under the di- her aunt, Virginia McMorrow, with who predeceased her. Winifred M. Read, 85, Had Helped Surviving are a son, James R. Stel- Japanese. More than seven million rection of the Thomas L. Shinn Fu- whom she lived. copies of her books have been sold neral Home in Manahawkin. The funeral was held on Friday, lar of Acton, Mass.; a daughter, Eliza- Form United Way of Union County beth Stellar Fallon of Westfield, and worldwide. July 12, 2001 July 6, from the Memorial Funeral Winifred M. Read, 85, of Westfield Fund Committee and as a member Home, 155 South Avenue in Fanwood five granddaughters. During a career of some 50 years, Visitation will take place from 5 to died on Thursday, July 5, at her home. and Chairwoman of the King’s Richard Mac Neill, 75 and was followed by a Mass at St. Born in Plainfield, she had lived Daughters Children’s Foundation. Richard Edward Mac Neill, 75, of Bartholomew the Apostle Roman 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 8, at the Peg S. Devlin, 88 Chadwick & McKinney Funeral there prior to moving to Westfield 25 She also was President, Vice-Presi- Rahway died on Sunday, July 1, at Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. years ago. dent, Secretary and Treasurer of the Peg S. Beggs Devlin, 88, of Interment took place at St. Gertrude’s Home in Ardmore. Overlook Hospital in Summit. Memorial contributions may be Mrs. Read had been employed as a New Jersey State Branch of King’s Westfield died on Sunday, July 8, Cemetery in Colonia. legal secretary for New York Tele- Daughters; Chairwoman of the Home Born in Middleboro, Mass., he made to the Haverford Township at the Ashbrook Nursing and Reha- lived in Rahway for the past 48 years. Memorial donations may be made phone before retiring in 1942. Committee of the King’s Daughters bilitation Center in Scotch Plains. to the Scotch Plains Rescue Squad, Historical Society, P.O. Box 825, Mr. Mac Neill had been a manager Havertown, Pa., 19083. She served on the board and as Home in Somerville, and a life mem- Born in Fall River, Mass., she P. O. Box 325, Scotch Plains, 07076. July 12, 2001 secretary of the Plainfield YWCA ber of the Central Council of Interna- of customer services for the Quality July 12, 2001 and as a board member and secretary tional Order of King’s Daughters had lived in South Orange and Control Division of Merck and Com- of the United Way of Plainfield-North and Sons. Mountainside, then in Fanwood for pany in Rahway for 36 years before Eric H. Peterson, Jr., 86, County Agent; Plainfield-Fanwood. She additionally served as editor 15 years and North Palm Beach, his retirement in 1983. She was a graduate of Plainfield of the Silver Cross, the monthly Fla., for two years before relocat- A 1948 graduate of Middlebury Was Silver and Bronze Star Recipient High School and the Packard Com- magazine of the International Order ing to Westfield two years ago. College in Middlebury, Vt., he earned Eric H. “Pete” Peterson, Jr., 86, of vice as Secretary of the Somerset- mercial School. of King’s Daughters. Mrs. Devlin had been a substi- a bachelor’s degree in chemistry and A member of the United Presbyte- Mrs. Read was made a Paul Harris The Atria, a senior citizens housing Union Soil Conservation District. tute teacher for many years at vari- was a member of the school’s Delta rian Church in Plainfield, Mrs. Read Fellow by the Rotary Club of ous parochial schools in the West complex in Tinton Falls, died on Mr. Peterson was President of the was also a Sunday School teacher, Westfield. Upsilon Fraternity. Tuesday, July 3, at the Jersey Shore New Jersey County Agents’ Associa- Orange area. He was a United States Navy vet- President of the Women’s Associa- She was predeceased by a daugh- She was a former officer and Medical Center in Neptune. tion and served as Annual Meeting tion and a member of the Session at ter, Linda Read. eran of World War II, having served Born in Millville, he had been a Chairman in 1969. He was also a the church. Surviving are her husband of 64 committee Chairwoman for the in the Pacific. longtime resident of Westfield be- member of the Millville Masonic Mrs. Read additionally assisted in years, Robert M. Read; a daughter, Scotch Plains-Fanwood Women’s Mr. Mac Neill had played semi- fore relocating to Tinton Falls in Lodge, the Rotary Club of Westfield forming the United Way of Union Pamela Read of Florham Park; two Club and had won awards from the professional hockey for the Rahway 2000. and the College Men’s Club. County and was a member and secre- sons, Robert M. Read, 2nd of Women’s Club for statewide com- Rockets until the age of 46. Mr. Peterson had been employed He was predeceased by a son, Eric tary of its board. She also served on Margarita Island, Venezuela and petitions in photography, art and He was a member of the Second by the Union County Agricultural H. Peterson, 3rd, in 1982. the Rumor Control Committee dur- David S. Read of Dexter, Mich., and drama. Presbyterian Church in Rahway, Office from 1947 until his retirement Surviving are his wife of 59 years, ing the 1965 Plainfield riots. two grandchildren. Mrs. Devlin had also organized She joined the King’s Daughters A memorial service will be held at where he did custodial work on a in 1981 and was appointed as Senior Doris Strahan; two sons, Gordon charitable events for the College of in 1957 as a member of Harvest the United Presbyterian Church at a volunteer basis. Agricultural County Agent in 1950. Peterson of Winston-Salem, N.C. and Saint Elizabeth in Convent Sta- He was predeceased by a daugh- Circle and served as Circle President later date. tion. A 1937 graduate of Rutgers Uni- Duncan Peterson of Neptune; a sis- and Trustee to the City Union; Presi- Arrangements were handled by the ter, Leslie Ellan Mac Neill, in versity School of Agriculture, he had ter, Florence Martin of Ocracoke, dent to the Plainfield City Union; Memorial Funeral Home, 155 South She was chosen as the Perfect 1982. worked at J. P. Ritters and Seabrook N.C., and two grandsons. Chairwoman of the 1964 King’s Avenue in Fanwood. Baby of 1913 by McCall’s maga- Surviving is his wife of 52 years, Farm in Bridgeton during summer Arrangements were under the di- Daughters Day Nursery Building July 12, 2001 zine. Esther L. Walsh Mac Neill; a daugh- vacations. After graduation, he rection of the Thompson Memorial She was predeceased by her hus- ter, Laurie Mac Neill Clancy of worked in several agriculture-related Home in Red Bank. Interment was to George Galiszewski, Sr., 61, Owned band, Charles J. Devlin, in 1987. Westfield, and two grandchildren. positions before enlisting in the be private. Surviving are a daughter, Dr. A memorial service was held on United States Army in 1941. Memorial contributions may be Design and Construction Company Jeane Tyler Devlin of Scotch Plains, Tuesday, July 10, at the Second Pres- While in the military, he served made to the Rutgers University Foun- and a sister, Rita E. Lancaster of byterian Church. Private interment with the 83rd Chemical Mortar Bat- dation Academic Excellence Schol- George Galiszewski, Sr., 61, of tion of the Dooley Funeral Home, 218 Melbourne, Fla. was arranged under the direction of talion in Africa, Sicily, France, Ger- arship, in care of Rutgers University Garwood died on Monday, July 2, at North Avenue in Cranford. A celebration of her life will be his home. July 12, 2001 the Gray Funeral Home, 318 East many and Austria. He participated in Foundation, 7 College Avenue, held at a later date. Broad Street in Westfield. Born in Garwood, he had lived in Arrangements are by the Dooley six major campaigns and was Wynants Hall, New Brunswick, Westfield, Long Island and Florida Vincenzo Cacchione, 76 Memorial contributions may be awarded the Bronze Star for landing 08901. Funeral Home, 218 North Avenue made to the Arthritis Foundation or before returning to Garwood. Vincenzo Cacchione, 76, of Newark with the Rangers at Anzio in the July 12, 2001 Mr. Galiszewski owned George in Cranford. July 12, 2001 to the Alzheimer’s Association. died on Saturday, July 7, at home. July 12, 2001 early hours of D-Day. He also re- Galiszewski Design and Construction Born in Pietracupa, Italy, he had ceived the Silver Star, for gallantry Marcia J. Hart, 48 Company in Garwood. lived in Westfield before moving to in action, on February 10, 1945. Marcia J. Hart, 48, of Holmdel He served as a Lieutenant in the Newark 40 years ago. Charles Gottlick, Jr., 55, Was Teacher; Having risen through the ranks died on Tuesday, July 3, in the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Mr. Cacchione had been a baker from private to First Lieutenant, Mr. Holmdel Convalescent Center. Power Squadron. with D’Aiuto’s Pastry Corporation in President of Fanwood Board of Health Mr. Galiszewski was also a member Peterson was honorably discharged Born in Westfield, she had lived New York City for 45 years before Charles A. Gottlick, Jr., 55, of A Mass was offered yesterday, of the Knights of Columbus in Rahway. retiring six years ago. in December of 1945. in Matawan before moving to He was predeceased by his parents, Fanwood died on Saturday, July 7, Wednesday, July 11, in St. Mary’s After his war service, he went to Holmdel 10 years ago. He was a member of the Amici della at home. Roman Catholic Church in Charles and Helen Galiszewski and a Roccia Italian-American Association work for the Railroad Perishables Mrs. Hart was a self-employed sister, Rita Podraza. Born in Plainfield, he had lived Plainfield, following services from Inspection Agency, a unit set up by in Westfield. in Scotch Plains before moving to accountant in Matawan for four Surviving are his wife, Judy He was predeceased by a sister, Italia the Higgins Home for Funerals in the rail industry for inspection of years. She had previously worked Galiszewski; four sons, George Morica. Fanwood in 1976. Plainfield. Interment took place at produce, where he remained until in the same capacity for Media Pre- Galiszewski, Jr., John Galiszewski, David Surviving are his wife, Ida Meale Mr. Gottlick had been employed Somerset Hills Memorial Park beginning his tenure with the agri- sentations in Rahway for five years. Galiszewski and Scott Galiszewski; a Cacchione; two sons, Philip Cacchione as a teacher with the Newark public Cemetery Chapel in Basking Ridge. cultural office. She was a 1981 graduate of daughter, Tiffany Galiszewski; three step- and Gino Cacchione; three sisters, Velia school system for 33 years. He Memorial contributions may be In his capacity as County Agent, Rutgers University in New daughters, Debra Bonelli, Cynthia Paone Basile, Concetta Di Iorio and Antonietta taught industrial arts and career and Darcy Wepprecht; two brothers, made to the Fanwood Police De- Mr. Peterson taught courses for the Brunswick. Saliola, and four grandchildren. exploration at Clinton Place Junior partment or the Fanwood Volunteer Charles Galiszewski and Thomas A Mass of Christian Burial was held extension service division of his alma Surviving are a son, Curtis Roy Galiszewski; a sister, Carolyn Warchol, High School from 1968 through Rescue Squad, both at 75 North mater and was named a full professor Hart, and her mother, Jewelle on Tuesday, July 10, in the Holy Trinity 1981 and at Weequahic High School Martine Avenue, Fanwood, 07023 and eight grandchildren. Roman Catholic Church in Westfield. by the Board of Trustees of Rutgers Mielnik. A Mass of Christian Burial was of- in Newark from 1981 through ear- or to the Atlantic Hospice, 33 in 1959. Interment took place at Woodbridge lier this year, when he retired. He Services were held on Saturday, fered on Friday, July 6, at St. Anne’s Memorial Gardens in Woodbridge. Bleeker Street, Millburn, 07041. July 12, 2001 He was also active in various pro- July 7, in the Day Funeral Home in Roman Catholic Church in Garwood. Arrangements were under the direc- was also the high school’s wres- fessional and community associa- Keyport. Interment took place at St. Interment took place at Fairview Cem- tion of the Dooley Colonial Home, 556 tling coach. tions, including his 25 years of ser- Gertrude’s Cemetery in Colonia. etery in Westfield. Westfield Avenue in Westfield. He worked part-time for his own David J. Heer, 31 July 12, 2001 Arrangements were under the direc- July 12, 2001 masonry repair business. David J. Heer, 31, of Bound Mr. Gottlick graduated from Brook died on Monday, July 2, in Newark State College, now Kean Point Pleasant. Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. University, in 1968. Born in Plainfield, he had lived He was a member and building there before moving to Bound Caring & Courteous Service to the representative of the Newark Teach- Brook. ers Union and Vice President of the Mr. Heer attended the Midland Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 Weequahic High School Parent- School in North Branch and re- Teacher Association. ceived his high school diploma He was President of the Fanwood from Plainfield High School in Board of Health for the past 12 1990. years and a member of the Fanwood He took part in the work program Westfield Lions Club and Knights of Colum- at the Midland School and was 556 Westfield bus Council No. 1711 of Westfield. involved with the Midland Resi- He also taught Confraternity of Avenue dential Communities Inc. program. Christian Doctrine at the Immacu- He was predeceased by his 233-0255 late Heart of Mary Roman Catholic mother, Alice M. Heer, in 1994. John L. Dooley Church in Scotch Plains for eight Surviving are his father, Paul Heer Manager years. of Plainfield; a sister, Christine M. Mr. Gottlick and his wife, Heer of Bridgewater, and two broth- Maureen Martin Gottlick, were ers, Thomas P. Heer of Swarthmore, longtime participants in Fanwood’s Pa. and Jerry Heer of Westfield. annual Earth Day celebrations. The funeral was held on Mon- He was predeceased by his par- day, July 9, at the Memorial Fu- Cranford ents, Charles A. Sr. and Bernadette neral Home, 155 South Avenue in Gottlick, and by a brother, Donn Fanwood and was followed by a 218 North Avenue Gottlick. Mass at St. Bernard’s Roman 276-0255 Surviving, in addition to his wife, Catholic Church in Plainfield. In- Charles V. Dooley are a son, Marc Gottlick of terment took place at Hillside Cem- Manager Plainfield; a daughter, Jennifer etery in Scotch Plains. Gottlick of Middlesex; a brother, Memorial contributions may be Russell Gottlick of Rahway, and a made to the Midland School, P. O. sister, Gayle Gaddis of Brookside Box 5026, North Branch, 08876. Village, Tex. July 12, 2001 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 12, 2001 Page 9 University Scotch Plains-Fanwood Scholarship Foundation News Concepts & Thought Presents 98 Scholarships to HS, College Pupils Univ. of Delaware Names SCOTCH PLAINS – The Scotch Scholarship. The $500 Joyce and The Losavio Family presented a $500 Plains-Fanwood Scholarship Foun- Leonard Bergman Memorial Schol- award in memory of Marie Losavio SP Dean’s List Students dation awarded 98 scholarships with arship was presented to Katherine to Elizabeth Grausso. The Ada S. SCOTCH PLAINS – The Univer- a total value of $91,600 to high school Bruno. The Besson Family Memo- Merrill Scholarship for $500 was sity of Delaware in Newark, Del. has and college students. rial Scholarships were presented and given to Christine Doyle. Applicants were awarded scholar- the recipients of $500 each were Nina The $2,500 Courtney E. Metzger reported that Scotch Plains residents ships based on academic achieve- Sado and Michael Stanley, Jr. Memorial Scholarship was presented Ryan Daniel Hahner, Christie Lynn ment, extra-curricular and commu- The Henry Bluhm and Francis to Elizabeth Tumolo. The David J. McPartlan, Daniel Louis Goscicki, nity activities, future promise and Dezort Memorial Scholarship, val- Mills Memorial Scholarship of and Karen Christine Church have individual need for financial assis- ued at $1,000, was presented to Jen- $1,000 was given to Kenneth Kocses. been placed on the Dean’s List for tance in procuring a college educa- nifer Stearns. The Jean Bowers Me- The Jeffrey Spring Memorial Schol- the spring semester 2001. tion as stipulated in the requirements morial Scholarship, in the amount of arship of $750 was given to Alyssa Ryan, a student in the College of for the awarding of certain scholar- $1,000, was awarded to Kristen Sams. Health and Nursing Sciences, is a ships. Mendes. Eric Pugia received the The James O’Hara Powers Memo- sophomore majoring in athletic train- Twenty-two Dollars for Students Jeannette Britton Memorial Scholar- rial Scholarships for $1,000 each ing. Awards, totaling $21,500, were dis- ship in the amount of $1,000. The were distributed to Shannon Christie is a sophomore in the tributed to high school students Frances Brody Memorial Scholar- McEneely and Zwade Marshall. The College of Arts and Science, major- Katherine Church, Lindsey Sank- ship for $500, for a student pursuing Christian Wendel Nielsen Memorial ing in art. Davis, Thaddeus Price, Tracy a career in music, was given to Eliza- Scholarship for $750 was awarded to Daniel, a senior in the College of Sanguiliano, Sarah Anderson and beth Grausso. Carolyn Keeton. The George W. Voget Arts and Sciences, has majored in Beata Korsiuk; and college students The Mountainside Elks Lodge No. Memorial Scholarship for $500 each philosophy. Melissa Benski, Christine Brock, 1585 Scholarships were presented were given to Ruth Rohrer and Adam Karen, a senior in the College of Kari Calello, Amanda Koscielecki, for $500 each to Christin Kurz and Powers. The Kaliopi Vlachos Me- Human Services, Education and Pub- Andrea Liss, Mary Milonnet, Jaclyn Susanna Klassel. Jessica Park earned morial Scholarship of $500 was lic Policy, has chosen hotel, restau- Sanders, Jonathan Winkler and the $500 Dr. George Esposito Me- awarded to Kate Bercznak. Gerald Kavinski. morial Scholarship. Friday’s Place A scholarship sponsored by past rant and institution management, as SIXTH GRADE GRADUATION…Sixth graders Katherine Steenberg of Erin Kelly earned the Alumni- presented a $1,000 scholarship to SPFHS Principal Dr. Terry K. Riegel, her major. Westfield and Daniel Perrine of Scotch Plains graduated Oak Knoll School of Jamie Dougher. The League of amounting to $1,000, was given to the Holy Child’s Lower School. Katherine is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. funded award; Jason Meehan re- Russell Steenberg. Daniel is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Perrine. ceived an award named for John Women Voters Award of $300 was Jeffrey Reichman. President’s List Includes Lawson; Joseph Franzone earned an presented to Jeffrey Reichman. Among the local organizations Westfield’s Nicholas Stefiuk award named for Henry Schweiring; The Karen E. Franzone Memorial funding scholarships is the Scotch Jamie Langevan received an award Scholarship of $1,000, was presented Plains Rotary Garbe Foundation, WESTFIELD – Nicholas Stefiuk Honor Roll Students Told named for Camielle Flathmann; and to Andrea Cristiani. The Irene which has funded 22 awards, includ- of Westfield has been placed on the Amanda Rice received an award Grubman Memorial Scholarship was ing five $1,000 scholarships to Claire President’s List at Plymouth State named for Muriel Ramsden. Scott awarded in the amount of $500 to Cappio, Nicole Kreger, Robert College in Plymouth, N.H. By Deerfield Principal LaGanga was the recipient of the Kathryn Warchol. The $500 Doris Leichner, Sheila Marikar and Anne Koues Memorial Scholarship for a Percoco. Chief School Oren & E. Lila Hilligass Scholar- MOUNTAINSIDE – HIGH HONOR ROLL nursing student valued at $500 was Four-year $1,000 renewable Nicole Schwartz Earns Administrator Dr. Gerard A. Schaller ship. SEVENTH GRADE The Robert Adams, Jr. Memorial given to Christin Kurz. awards were presented to Evan recently reported the High Honor Roll Hali Alpert Andrew Gennaro Bachelor of Science Linnea Buttermore Ana Lopez Scholarship was presented to Brian The Deane Kumpf Memorial Dornbush, Celeste Coleman, Gerald and Honor Roll for the third marking Scholarship in the amount of $500 Kavinski, Lisa Yagi, Lucy Zhao, Jes- SCOTCH PLAINS – Duke Uni- period at Deerfield School in Katelyn Capodanno Lauren Parlapiano Maroney. Amanda Heffler earned the Christopher Chan Tess Perrin was received by Catherine Dougherty. sica Biegelson, Justin Broderson, versity in Durham, N.C. has revealed Mountainside. $500 Elizabeth Becker Memorial that Scotch Plains resident Nicole Sarah Dempsey Mary Jane Pijanowski Diana Filo, Kevin Grinberg, James To qualify for the High Honor Roll, Divya Desai Jocelin Thau L’Heureux, Robert Bugg, Kaliq Suzanne Schwartz earned a Bach- pupils must earn all “A’s” in major and elor of Science Degree in Electrical Kara Uzzolino Chang, Kathleen DeLuca, Catherine minor subjects. The requirements for Mangan and Katherine O’Connor. Engineering. Honor Roll include at least a “B” in all HONOR ROLL SEVENTH GRADE In memory of David E. Ringle, a major and minor subjects (no “B-mi- $500 award was presented to Valedic- nus” grades permitted). Lauren Anderson Justine LaBrutto Christian M. Long Jonathan Avecillas Morgan Liss torian Jennifer Seto, and a $250 award Awarded Degree Deerfield School includes 77 sixth Joseph Baseil Marissa Masellis to Salutatorian Catherine Mangan. The graders, 75 seventh graders, and 67 Claire Eng Jason Massa Service League presented six $2,500 WESTFIELD – Christian M. Long eighth graders. The total school enroll- Sarah Esteves Kathleen Melnyk awards to Moria Cappio, Jacquelyn of Westfield received his Bachelor ment, including Moppet, K-8, equals Alicia Fiorenza Joel Merrill Scott Foster Jillian Richard Dempsey, Katherine L’Heureux, of Science Degree in Computer Sci- 645 pupils. Karole Fristensky Andrew Robertson Vaneisha Paynter, Jennifer Perryman ence from the University of Mary- HIGH HONOR ROLL Noelle Gostyla Lindsay Thomas and Christian Sorge. land in College Park, Md. during Jacob Greenberg Dominique vonSeckendorff The Scotch Plains Lions’ Club pre- SIXTH GRADE Morgan Jakubowski Catherine Wilson Commencement Exercises held on Lauren Arrigoni Melissa Montagna sented the Grausso/Bendel Memorial Thursday, May 24. Joseph D’Antuono Justin Quaglia Diane King Molly Zhang Scholarship in the amount of $500 to Christian is the son of Mr. and Amy DeGaetano Veronica Thomas HIGH HONOR ROLL Shivani Parmar. The Scotch Plains Andrew Hoydich Renee Thompson Mrs. Bruce Long of Westfield. He is Reid Kelley Kevin Wheaton EIGHTH GRADE Players presented a $500 scholarship a Westfield High School graduate. Nora Kinney Brian Wyvratt Julia Arpino Freddi Mack to Emma Hiatt. The Perry H. Tyson Matthew Zimmerman Brittany Bento Christine McCurdy Memorial Scholarship for $1,000 was Anthony DeRose Stacey O’Sullivan given to Jennifer Curren. The Johanna Diana Zaleski Placed HONOR ROLL Jessica Gelsinon Samantha Pingor Allison Gionta Molly Schmidt Wilk Foundation’s $2,500 scholarship On Spring Dean’s List SIXTH GRADE Zachary Januik Morgan Starkey was received by Michael Franzone. Thomas Amalfe Peggy Hennings The Foundation administers the schol- FANWOOD – Johnson & Wales Salvatore R. Arpino Nicholas Holdorf Evan Kaplan Lyndsey Thomas University in Providence, R.I. has Christine Bennett Sarah Magaril arships presented by the Parent Teacher HONOR ROLL Associations (PTA) of the Scotch Plains- announced that Diana Zaleski of Daniel Berger Naomi McKenna EIGHTH GRADE Fanwood was named to the Dean’s Brittany Catalano Samantha Panagos Fanwood school district. This year, they Gregory Chilson Gemma Richardson Gabrielle Apigo Nicholas Keller READING IS NIFTY…Sarah Weber, a first grader at McGinn Elementary List for the spring term ending in Nicole Arpino Jessica Landis included two $800 Manya Ungar PTA John Cho Andrew Rocha School in Scotch Plains, reads a favorite book to Regina Deitz, a Reading Council Scholarships for Anne Percoco May. Diana is majoring in direct Alexandra Contini Sean Scofield Katie Checklin Robert Mack Recovery teacher, at the Reading Celebration held at the school. All first graders response retailing. Toni DeCristoforo Jaclyn Sokol Michelle Cirasa Pedro Neto in the Scotch Plains-Fanwood district, participating in the Reading Recovery or and Eric Konzelmann. Robert Gilcrest George Stankov Michael DeJianne Glynis Philips The SPFHS PTA presented the Ashley Force Joseph Pijanowski a Literacy Group Program, were invited to the celebration. Students were Lindsey Gilcrest Kathleen Wagner recognized for their fine efforts in learning how to read. Robert Adams $750 Award to Yunilay Nicole Corbin Named Claire Golomb Bei Wang James Hughes Vera Souvorov Lio. The $750 Dr. Terry K. Riegel To Spring Dean’s List Ben Witt Matthew Taeschler Award was given to Allison Wilks. Tomka and Corcoran Honored The Park Middle School McTB SCOTCH PLAINS – Nicole Awards for $525 each went to Mel- Corbin, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. University of Scranton issa Roth and Adam Powers. The John Corbin of Scotch Plains, has As Outstanding Student Teachers Terrill Middle School Award for $500 been named to the Dean’s List at the was offered to Jennifer Curren. University of Notre Dame for out- Posts Graduates’ Names UNION – Rema Fleuette Tomka of School One Elementary PTA gave standing scholarship during the by their respective coordinating the James V. Cerasa Scholarship for spring 2001 semester. AREA – The University of Bartiromo was awarded a Bachelor Scotch Plains-Fanwood and Patricia teachers who graded them according $300 to Donald Loberfeld. The Brunner A 1998 graduate of Scotch Plains- Scranton in Scranton, Pa. has an- of Arts Degree in Communications. Corcoran of Westfield were honored to stringent criteria,” said Dean of Elementary PTA award of $600 was Fanwood High School, Nicole is a nounced the names of local gradu- Christine E. Boyle of Scotch Plains in A Celebration of Excellence in the College Education Dr. Ana Maria presented to Meredith Brennen. The senior in the University’s Mendoza ates awarded degrees during a com- received a Bachelor of Arts Degree Teacher Education at the Kean Uni- Schuhmann. Coles Elementary PTA Carl M. Kumpf College of Business. She is majoring mencement ceremony on Sunday, in History. versity College of Education. “It is important to recognize our Award for $500 was given to Ilana Berkeley Heights resident Danielle in marketing. May 27. Ms. Tomka earned a Post-Bacca- student teachers who have exhibited Weinberg. Evergreen Elementary PTA Katherine E. Reynolds of Westfield L. Radano earned a Bachelor of Sci- awarded the $600 Dr. Beverlee ence Degree in Marketing. laureate Degree in Secondary Edu- their exemplary knowledge and Kaminetzky Scholarship to Kristin Local Dean’s List Pupils received a Bachelor of Science De- cation in Biology. gree in Marketing. Lisa A. Stefanchik of Berkeley skills,” she added. Simberg and a $600 Kehs-Aakjer Me- Told at Johnson & Wales Denise H. de Mello of Westfield Heights also received a Bachelor of Ms. Corcoran received a Bachelor The College of Education graduated morial Scholarship to Andrea Cristiani. earned a Bachelor of Science Degree Science Degree in Marketing. of Arts Degree in Early Childhood more than 500 student teachers this The McGinn Elementary PTA pre- AREA – Johnson & Wales Univer- sented two $400 awards to Kathleen sity in Providence, R.I. has announced in Psychology. Education. She received the Dr. Ruth academic year, Dr. Schuhmann said. James Madison Univ. S. Horowitz Early Childhood Schol- “Therefore, it’s quite an achieve- DeLuca and Thaddeus Price. the names of its students who have Scotch Plains resident Michael L. Tax-deductible donations to the been named to the Dean’s List for the Announces Dean’s List arship. ment to have been selected to re- Dollars for Students Fund may be spring term ending in May. Honors Awarded AREA – James Madison Univer- “The graduating student teachers ceive an Outstanding Student Teacher sent to the Scotch Plains-Fanwood The list includes Peter Pagano and sity in Harrisonburg, Va. revealed were nominated for their outstand- Award at this early stage in their Scholarship Foundation, P.O. Box Diana Zaleski. To Robert J. Albino that students from Westfield and ing performance in the classrooms career,” she noted. 123, Fanwood, 07023. A Berkeley Heights resident, Pe- WESTFIELD – Robert J. Albino Scotch Plains were placed on the ter is majoring in hotel restaurant of Westfield received Honors from Dean’s List for the spring semester Kimberly Eide Receives institution management. Ohio Wesleyan University in Dela- 2001. A Fanwood native, Diana is ma- ware, Ohio. These students include: Danielle Degree at Belmont Abbey joring in direct response retailing. Named to the Dean’s List for the F. Baukh, Jeanne M. Venneri and SCOTCH PLAINS – Kimberly spring 2001 semester, Robert is the Kate E. Wyatt, all of Westfield; and Eide of Scotch Plains earned a Bach- Daniel Matro Elected son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Albino Nicole E. Kreger of Scotch Plains. elor of Arts Degree from Belmont of Westfield. Abbey College on Saturday, May To Phi Beta Kappa Robert is a graduate of Westfield 12. WESTFIELD – Williams College High School. Maggi and Chern Receive A 1997 graduate of Scotch Plains- in Williamstown, Mass. reported that Spring Dean’s List Status Fanwood High School, Kimberly is Daniel Elliot Matro has been elected Travis Kipping Named AREA – Rensselaer Polytechnic the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John to the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. Institute in Troy, N.Y. announced Eide of Scotch Plains. Daniel, a Westfield resident, is To Spring Dean’s List recently that Jenn-Jau Chern off She was a member of Zeta Delta majoring in mathematics and politi- FANWOOD – Travis Kipping, a Westfield and Andrea J. Maggi of Phi and a cheerleader. cal science. freshman at the University of Roches- Scotch Plains have been placed on ter in Rochester, N.Y., has been named the Dean’s List for the spring semes- Daniel A. Clifford to the Dean’s List for academic achieve- ter 2001. Receives MBA Degree ment for the spring 2001 semester. Jenn-Jau is a junior, majoring in A graduate of Scotch Plains- WESTFIELD – Colorado State computer and systems engineering. Fanwood High School, Travis is a Andrea is a senior, majoring in University in Fort Collins, Colo. has Fanwood resident. reported that Daniel A. Clifford of electrical engineering. Westfield graduated during ceremonies in early May. Daniel received a Master of Busi- ness Administration in Business Administration. Panagos Graduates Holderness, To Attend University of Vermont WESTFIELD – Holderness School in Plymouth, N.H. has announced that in downtown Michelle Panagos, graduating senior, will attend the University of Vermont next fall. WESTFIELD This year at Holderness, Michelle worked in the school’s on-campus student jobs program, participated in Senior July 20, 21 & 22 Colloquium, a two-week period of intensive study in the humanities or social sciences; played on the girls’ junior varsity tennis team; was captain of the girls’ varsity snowboarding team, and quali- Don’t Miss the Bargains! fied for the United States Junior National Shopping • Dining • Entertainment Team in competition at Mammoth, Ca- lif. She will compete at the 2002 World Many stores open late Thursday evening Championships in snowboarding. Michelle is the daughter of Mr. and For further information call: 908-789-9444 Mrs. Michael Panagos of Westfield. CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 12, 2001 Page 11 Check it out on the Web! Sports Section - Pages 11-14 www.goleader.com THE WEEK IN SPORTS PIETRUCHA GETS 2 RBI, GIBBONS ALLOWS 3 HITS St. Thomas Prevails, Topples St. Jude, 3-1, in Bumper

By FRED LECOMTE ally respond better. Both teams would Asked why he didn’t make it all Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times of liked to have had more hits, but we the way home, Lonergan said, “I’m A run in the second and two in the made the most of what we got.” still a little slow, but I’m working on sixth inning provided a feisty St. St. Thomas came out slugging in that.” Thomas team enough punch to gain the top of the second when Kevin Brian Mahoney followed with an a, 3-1, victory over St. Jude as the Lonergan crushed a triple for the first RBI single into the gap, giving St. two first-placed teams clashed head hit of the game. “I came in feeling Thomas a 1-0 edge. on, in St. Bartholomew’s Oldtimers nice after coming off a rough injury. Although not scoring, Men’s Softball League Henderson yanked a action at Brookside Park single to left and Gary in Scotch Plains on July 6. Cardinale dropped one to St. Thomas managed to David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times right in the top of the third David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times scrape up seven hits off for St. Thomas. In the VICTIM OF A FORCE PLAY...Bail Bondsman Larry RIPPING AN RBI DOUBLE...Guy Bounpane of Chico’s Marsella, right, is out on a force play at second in the third pitching ace Joe Matuska meantime, Gibbons sat Bail Bonds rips an RBI double to center in the second inning inning against the Misfits. while crafty St. Thomas down eight consecutive against the Misfits. pitcher Keith Gibbons was sluggers before Billy most impressive, hum- Hicks smoked a double BUONPANE SCORES 3; MARSELLA GETS 3 HITS, 2 RBI ming through the game deep to center in the bot- allowing just three hits, tom of the inning, but no walking two and striking St. Jude cleat was able to out three. Also, both de- trample home plate. Bail Bondsmen Roll in Sixth; fenses rose to the occa- Neither team was par- sion and pulled off numer- ticularly eager to use any ous fine plays. ammunition until the bot- St. Thomas head tom of the sixth when St. honcho, Tom Henderson Thomas upped the score Nab Struggling Misfits, 13-6 summarized the game by to 3-0 when Mahoney saying, “We had outstand- unleashed a single, Ed By DAVID B. CORBIN pop up and shortstop Marsella initi- error and scored on Mike Lembo’s ing pitching tonight and Fred Lecomte for The Westfield Leader and The Times Marchelitis mosied to first Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times ated a slick 6-4-3 double play. SMOKING A DOUBLE TO DEEP CENTER...St. “Wild Bill” grounder to first. Five more Bonds- great infield play, includ- Hicks of St. Jude smokes a double to deep center field in the on six pitches and Steve First placed in the B Division of Some defense, however, was not good men stomped the plate in the second. ing several key double third against the St. “Tom” boys. Pietrucha battered a two- the Scotch Plains Men’s Softball “D” as the Misfits committed five errors John DeFauw tripled, Brian plays along with timely RBI triple. League, Chico’s Bail Bonds bullied and the Bondsmen made them pay. Donnelley poked an RBI single and hits. The other team played well. I had a nice level swing and got the “It’s do or die and there’s nothing the struggling Misfits and grabbed a Chico’s Bondsmen were not infallible Jake Jakubic ripped an RBI double. They held us because our bats usu- heart of the ball,” he said. CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 13-6 victory at Brookside Park in either as they had two miscues. Greg Watson beat out an infield Scotch Plains on July 2. The Bonds- Chico’s scored a run in the bottom single, Nick Musano hacked an RBI men had trouble getting the collar on of the first when Buonpane singled, single, then Watson scored on the DIDONATO DETONATES 2 HOMERS, KNOCKS IN 5 RBI the Misfits until they burst out with a moved to third on the right fielder’s CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 five-run sixth inning. Chico’s Bondsmen posted an 18- hit attack and were led by Larry Powerful St. ‘Pats’ Pulverize Marsella who had three singles and two RBI and leadoff batter Guy ISIS TOBACCOTOBACCO SMOKESMOKE Buonpane who rapped a double and a single and scored three runs. The Misfits totaled 11 hits and were led ININ THETHE ENVIRONMENTENVIRONMENT St. Blaise, 18-7, in Bumper by Rich Ernst and Nick Sapia who each had two hits, an RBI and a run By SETH AUGENSTEIN cinctly. baseman John DeVito caught a sharp scored and George Potvinski who BOTHERINGBOTHERING YOU?YOU? Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Banging Derek Von Langen went 2- line drive and quickly tossed to David thumped a three-run triple. Hitting seems to be what the St. for-3, and capped the sixth inning rally Hagan at first to complete a double Defense played a key role. Misfit Bartholomew’s Oldtimers Softball with a towering three-run homer; how- play. In the seventh, Ken Larson pitcher Andy Koppel initiated a fine League is about. In a huge sixth ever, he pleased his teammates even snagged a Straniero shot at third for double play by snaring a pop up INFORMATION AND COMPLAINT LINE inning against formidable St. Blaise, more with his postgame barbeque. the first out, which dampened the midway between home and third and second-placed St. Patrick produced St. Pat’s consistent offensive pro- chance of a rally before it began. firing to first in time to catch the 1-877-793-3177 TOLL FREE runs when they counted and production was supported by injured St. Patrick’s consistently-applied runner off base. Misfit left fielder ceeded to claim an 18-7 victory at Anthony Blasi’s effective pitching, pressure in every aspect of the game Potvinski gunned down a Bondsman Jerseyland Field in Scotch Plains. and some key defense that backed has kept them in the hunt for first. attempting to stretch a single to a Union LINCS Tobacco Control Program In Cooperation Lee DiDonato was the offensive him up, especially in the last two However, St. Blaise knows that what double. Chico’s Bondsman third highlight for the Pats as he went 3- innings when it brought the St. Blaise really counts is the momentum come baseman Nick Monachia made a div- With Union County Health Officers Association for-4 with two homers and five RBI. machine to a halt. In the sixth, second playoff time in late August. ing, rolling circus catch of an infield Despite a first inning call that took away another DiDonato home run because he did not touch second base, St. Patrick scored twice off his shot. The concise star was impressed You’re invited to our with his performance. “Oh yeah,” he said. St. Blaise answered in the second with a three-run bellow, then it was LANDSCAPE touch and go until the sixth, when St. Patrick detonated for six and seized the momentum. Tom Straniero was an offensive and defensive thorn in the side of St. SHOW & SALE Patrick throughout. With his Pete Rose-like energetic play, he netted three hits and two RBI, and turned a dazzling double play. His verbal pro- ficiency and mastery of game psychology also set St. Patrick on edge. ONE DAY Blaise Captain Tom Sherwin and Jim Romagnano also produced. ONLY! Sherwin went 2-for-3 with two RBI while Romagnano went 2-for-4 with an RBI from a solo homer. SATURDAY In addition to DiDonato, slugger Talksomecents Charles Laskowski thumped a triple and a single and amassed three RBI. July 14, 2001 The triple left like an express train but had the hang-time of a parachute 9am-5pm care package. 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(As of July 7) St. Paul 8, St. Anne 5 ANGELS DIVISION: James Cassidy pitched and batted his TEAM W L team to victory in a bumper game. St. Jude 9 4 Cassidy struck out one, banged two hits St. Joseph 8 5 and drove in two runs. A five-run out- St. Paul 6 6 burst in the sixth loosened a tight ball St. Blaise 5 6 game. The victory moved the St. Paul St. James 4 8 into third place. Tom Reade went 3-for- SAINTS DIVISION: 3 for St. Joe. TEAM W L St. Louis 9 3 St. James 9, St. Michael 8 St. Patrick 7 5 Featuring Pete DeCristofaro, who went St. Thomas 7 5 3-for-3 and scored two runs, the “Gang” St. Michael 3 8 bumped off the Mikes. Pat Nigro and St. Anne 3 8 Tom Stratton contributed two hits each. St. Patrick 16, St. Anne 8 Joe Shea was the offensive and defen- Charlie Laskowski had four hits, sive star for the Mikes, playing a flaw- LOCAL CENTRAL JERSEY STARS...The Central Jersey Stars U-19 girls scored three runs and had six RBI for St. less shortstop and adding three hits, scor- Horace R. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times soccer team have departed for Brazil. Scotch Plains-Fanwood area participants, Patrick. Mike Michalisin, Tony Blasi ing two runs, and knocking in three runs. PUTTING CONTEST WINNERS...Canoe Brook Country Club in Summit pictured, left to right, are: Kellie LaForge, team trainer Laura Bernstein, and Jerry Riepe chipped in with three recently had its Three Day Member/Guest Golf Tournament. A unique nine- assistant coach Elizabeth Frame and Jillian Koscielecki. St. Joseph 16, St. Louis 10 hole putting course designed by David B. Corbin, center, of The Westfield Leader hits each. For St. Anne, Joe McEvoy, St. Louis overcame a six-run deficit to Jerry Spitzer and Tom Reade had two and The Times was mastered by Brian Lane of Scituate, Mass, left, and partner take a 9-6 lead but St. Joseph scored nine Jim Pagos of Short Hills. hits each. times in the sixth to put the game away. Central Jersey Stars Play St. Paul 2, St. James 0 Harry Semple had three hits, scored two Rory Ruhl drove in the winning run with runs and had three RBI. Malcolm Boone a triple in the third inning. Bob Cummo added three RBI. Tom Rutkowski went Westfield Jr. Legion Ups Soccer in South America drove in an insurance run in the fourth with 3-for-3 for the Lous. a double. James Cassidy pitched the shut- St. Thomas 3, St. Jude 1 The Central Jersey Stars (CJS) U- The Central Jersey Stars, coached out. Tom Stratton had two hits for the In what was a well-pitched game, Baseball Record to 11-2 17 select soccer team departed to by Keith Hertell since 1984, plays in “James Gang”. Steve Pietrucha provided all the runs The Westfield Jr. American Legion tossed a six-inning no-hitter and fanned Brazil on July 5 for an intensive 18- the Northern Counties U-19 league. St. Louis 15, St. Michael 8 that St. Thomas needed with a triple and team hit the Fourth of July with a solid 11. Seagull pitched a hitless seventh. day tournament/friendly game/train- They have won five Pocono Cup St. Louis scored eight runs in the sixth two RBI. Only six men reached base 11-2 record. Having lost two of their Tuohy threw out three attempted steals. ing schedule. They will be visiting championships, two JAGS tourna- to put the game away. Floyd Roberts, safely. See exclusive story. stalwart pitchers to the Sr. American DeFazio, Villa and Patla each scored twice with Villa collecting three hits and the cities of Sao Paulo, Salvador and ment championships, and eight Dave Rothenberg, Tony Dziedzic and St. Patrick 18, St. Blaise 7 Legion, there was no way to know how Tom Rutkowski each had three hits. Roche, Dubitsky, Giresi and Patla get- Rio de Janeiro. In addition to their Westfield Cup championships, in Lee DiDonato led the way for the Pats this team would fare. Manager George ting two hits apiece. vigorous soccer regiment, they will addition to many league champion- Randy Grizzard drove in three runs for in a major bumper game, with four hits, Giresi, with a coaching staff of Fred be touring the various cities and shar- ships. Most of the players have con- the “Mikes”. three runs scored and five RBI. Other DeFazio, Tom Roche and Bill Mathews, Westfield 5, Watchung Hills 1: Rothstein squeezed everything they could out of pitched a complete game, scattering four ing the cultural lifestyles of the Bra- tinued their soccer careers in college St. Jude 17, St. Joseph 3 offensive stars for St. Patrick included hits. Rothstein also had a single and zilian people. after leaving CJS. Steve Ferro had three hits. Numerous Jerry Riepe, Dave Hagan and John the team. double and two runs scored while players had two hits for the winners. For DeVito. Tom Straniero and Frank “When the season started, I wasn’t Mathews, Josh Dennerlein and Patla had The team is comprised of 15 play- sure what to expect. Losing two pitchers ers from the towns of Montclair, St. Joseph, Frank Pepe and Patrick Chupko provided most of the offense for two hits each. SP-F 11s Capture 1st Enright had two hits. St. Blaise. See exclusive story. I’ve had for many years left me with a Scotch Plains, Livingston, Westfield, short squad of 12 players and only two Westfield 7, South Orange 1: Patla Howell, Maplewood, Old Bridge and In PAL Tournament experienced pitchers,” said Giresi. “Matt pitched a no-hitter and struck out seven. Millburn. Rothstein made three outstanding field- The Scotch Plains-Fanwood 11- Rothstein (4-1) and Tyler Patla (4-1) ing plays and Villa had a fine running Additionally, Laura Bernstein, the have pitched very well with the extra catch in center. trainer for Scotch Plains-Fanwood year-old tournament baseball team work and pressure. We’ve spotted four beat New Providence, 11-3, to cap- other players as pitchers in specific situ- Westfield 16, Union Catholic 6: High School, and Elizabeth Frame, a Dennerlein threw five solid innings with recent graduate from West Virginia ture first place in the Third Annual ations who have stepped up and helped relief from Mathews and Seagull. Giresi, P.A.L. Baseball Tournament held in carry us through. With only a 12-player Patla and Dennerlien each had three University and former CJS player, roster, I’ve only had 9 or 10 players for have accompanied the team. New Providence. SP-F went unde- hits. feated, beating Long Valley and West some games, but we’ve hung in there, Bernstein will tend to medical ne- had fun, and been successful as a team.” Westfield 12, Livingston 1: Rothstein cessities and Frame will assist in Orange, as well as New Providence. pitched a five-inning four hitter. Patla coaching responsibilities. Manager Ralph Dinizo said “great RESULTS: had two singles, a double and scored pitching was the key to winning the Westfield 12, Berkeley Heights 6: three times leading an 11-hit attack. BRUSA International Soccer In- Rothstein pitched a solid game backed Giresi and Rothstein contributed two stitute has coordinated the trip for tournament.” hits apiece. Bryan Doughier, Michael DeVizio, by three runs scored by Jordan Seagull the Central Jersey Stars. CJS was the with 2 hits and a walk. Union National 9, Westfield 6: After trail- second girls’ team from the United James Dinizo and David DeNicholo ing 8-0 Westfield rallied in the last two combined to give up only five runs in Westfield 5, Berkeley Heights 3: Todd States to travel to Brazil. Also join- Feinberg and Greg Mathews shared the innings. Patla went 3-for-4 and Rothstein ing the team will be Professor Vinicius three games. The defense was held pitching duties. Mike DeFazio scored had two hits, including a triple. Dos Santos, a former professional up by Daniel Livolsi, Danny three runs and stole four bases. Westfield 7, Millburn 6: Mathews gained player form Sao Paulo. DeCataldo and Brendan Kirby. Hit- Rothstein had three singles. the win and knocked in the winning run ting stars were Dinizo, Keith Baker, Westfield 12, Summit 4: Patla scattered with a sharp single to center. Gerisi went PUBLIC NOTICE Bryan Dougher, Brian Piccola and four hits and struck out eight. Kirt Giresi, 3-for-4 with a double and three runs DeNicholo. Scott Villa and Tommy Roche each had scored. TOWN OF WESTFIELD two hits and two runs scored. INVITATION TO BID PUBLIC NOTICE David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Roselle 10, Westfield 5: Roselle took U. C. Senior 50+ FLIGHT CHAMPIONS...Guest Kelly Coulter, left, of Middletown and mem- advantage of Westfield’s mistakes. Patla, *REBID* TOWN OF WESTFIELD ber Paul Coulter of Westfield won their flight at the Canoe Brook Country Club Kevin Tuohy and Mike Dubitsky contrib- Sealed proposals will be received by the uted two hits apiece. INVITATION TO BID Three Day Member/Guest Golf Tournament in Summit on July 6-8. Softball Results: Town of Westfield, New Jersey, in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Build- Sealed proposals will be received by the Westfield 11, Plainfield 4: Greg Mathews Haven Savings Bank 18, LA Law 10 ing, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, New Town of Westfield in the Council Chambers went 4-for-4 leading a 17-hit attack. Patla For the Law, Joe LaPlaca had a triple Jersey, until 10:00 a.m., prevailing time at the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad yielded four hits over five innings and and a grand slam, Ron Zimmer (3 hits) Jordan Seagull relieved. DeFazio, Villa August 6, 2001, and then publicly opened Street, Westfield, New Jersey, until 10:00 Devil 12-Year-Olds Stagger and Irwin Holtz, Bob Oxner, Jerry and read aloud for Contract No. WEST002, a.m., prevailing time August 6, 2001, and and Tuohy each scored twice. Massone, Don Auer and Lou Vespasiano Gregory’s Pond Dam Improvements. This then publicly opened and read aloud for Westfield 6, Springfield 4: DeFazio scored (2 hits each). contract consists of the reconstruction of a Contract No. WEST002, Mindowaskin Lake three runs, had three walks and stole four spillway, extension of an existing 8-inch Overlook Improvements. This contract con- New Providence Nine, 14-5. bases. Rothstein scattered five hits over Mangel Realtors 9, Haven Savings pond drain, installation of rip-rap and in- sists of granite decking, pillars, piers, balus- six innings and Seagull closed out the Bank 5 stallation of press locked galvanized bar trades and posts above elevation 120.00, as The Westfield 12-year-old Blue Dev- its big guns going. Helfand doubled and seventh. Strong defense, especially three grating over entire spillway. specified on sheet 3 of the Contract Plans. ils baseball team defeated New Provi- Colin Callahan singled to left. With the Mangel Realtors 27, Il Giardino key plays by second baseman Giresi, Ristorante 12 Copies of plans, specifications and con- Copies of plans, specifications and con- dence, 14-5, on June 29 in a rain-short- bases loaded, Jimmy Thayer launched a helped preserve the victory. tract documents for the proposed work are tract documents for the proposed work are ened, five-inning game. The victory line-drive, grand slam home run. Three For Giardino, Dean White and Lionel on file and open to public inspection at the on file and open to public inspection at the upped Westfield’s record to 4-1 in the batters later, Kevin McDermott blasted Westfield 9, Union American 1: Patla Genello each homered and had three Public Works Building, 959 North Avenue, Public Works Building, 959 North Avenue, New Providence League. a three run home run. hits, Fred Zitomer and Carlo Melia (3 W., Westfield, New Jersey and may be W., Westfield, New Jersey and may be In the first inning, leadoff batter John Westfield’s defense yielded only one hits), Pete Ierino (2 hits, triple) and examined and obtained by properly qualified examined and obtained by properly qualified JCC Men’s Softball Frank DeDomenico (2 hits). contractors between the hours of 9:00 a.m. contractors between the hours of 9:00 a.m. Helfand, who finished 3-for-3 with four error and third baseman Kyle Zeitounian and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, ex- and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, ex- runs scored and two RBI, singled to left made the defensive play of the game. (As of July 6) cluding legal holidays. cluding legal holidays. and scored on John Ramalho’s RBI With two men on base, New Providence’s League Standings: 50+ DIVISION 1 Each proposal must be made upon the Each proposal must be made upon the double to the left center fence. Then in Nizzardo hit a screaming shot down the TEAM W L prescribed forms furnished with the con- prescribed forms furnished with the con- the second, Westfield added three more third base line at shoelace level which (As of JULY 8) Antones Pub & Grill 13 3 tract specifications and must be accompa- tract specifications and must be accompa- runs as Sean Sullivan sent another double Kyle speared with a backhand catch to EASTERN DIVISION: Nilsen Detective Agency 11 4 nied by a Bidder’s Affidavit, Consent of nied by a Bidder’s Affidavit, Consent of to the fence in left-center field. get the out. In a similar effort later in the TEAM W L Comcast Cablevision 11 4 Surety from an approved Surety Company Surety from an approved Surety Company In the fourth, Brian Nemeth’s shot to game, first baseman Erick Hoens got CBI-2 5 1 Legg Mason 9 7 authorized to do business in the State of authorized to do business in the State of center narrowly missed going over the entangled on the fence after chasing a Marauders 4 2 Bottoms Up 7 8 New Jersey, a Plan and Equipment Ques- New Jersey, a Plan and Equipment Ques- Red Thunder 3 3 tionnaire, a Non-Collusion Affidavit, Ac- tionnaire, a Non-Collusion Affidavit, Ac- fence. Then, in the fifth, Westfield got foul ball. Solid fielding plays were also 50+ DIVISION 2 New Team 3 3 TEAM W L knowledgment of Principal, Statement of knowledgment of Principal, Statement of turned in by catcher Brian Nelson and Club 40 2 4 Ownership, a Statement of Financial Re- Ownership, a Statement of Financial Re- PUBLIC NOTICE second baseman Santo Nardi. Marion Jaconson Roofing 10 4 sponsibility and Bid Bond or a Certified sponsibility and Bid Bond or a Certified WESTERN DIVISION: Union Center Nat. Bank 6 9 Check drawn on a solvent bank in the amount Check drawn on a solvent bank in the amount SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE TEAM W L The Office 5 9 not less than ten percent (10%) of the total not less than ten percent (10%) of the total SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Outsiders 5 1 Crest Refrigeration 2 13 amount of the bids; or a Bid Bond for the amount of the bids; or a Bid Bond for the CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SHERIFF’S SALE Mermaids 4 2 Rehabco 1 14 same amount, but in no case in excess of same amount, but in no case in excess of DOCKET NO. F-13691-00 SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Clockwork Orange 3 3 60+ DIVISION $20,000.00. The check or bond is to be $20,000.00. The check or bond is to be HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORA- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Temple Emanu-El 1 5 TEAM W L made payable to the Town of Westfield and made payable to the Town of Westfield and TION III, PLAINTIFF vs. RANVIR S. DOCKET NO. F-4290-99 CBI-1 0 6 Creative Industries 9 2 will be held by the Town as a guarantee that will be held by the Town as a guarantee that SAROYA; MONINDER SAROYA; HEC- IRWIN MORTGAGE CORPORA- Mangel Realtors 9 3 in the event the bid is accepted and the in the event the bid is accepted and the TOR AND CONCEPCION HERNANDEZ, TION, PLAINTIFF vs. DANIEL E. PUBLIC NOTICE LA Law 5 5 contract awarded to the bidder, the contract contract awarded to the bidder, the contract DEFENDANT. PAULINO, DEFENDANT. Haven Savings Bank 4 9 shall be duly executed and its performance shall be duly executed and its performance CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, SHERIFF’S SALE Il Giardino Restaurant 2 10 properly secured; and in default thereof, properly secured; and in default thereof, DATED FEBRUARY 28, 2001 FOR SALE DATED APRIL 10, 2001 FOR SALE OF SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, said check or bond and the amount repre- said check or bond and the amount repre- OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. MORTGAGED PREMISES. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, sented thereby will be forfeited to the afore- sented thereby will be forfeited to the afore- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- DOCKET NO. F-18267-99 PUBLIC NOTICE said Town of Westfield as liquidated dam- said Town of Westfield as liquidated dam- ecution to me directed I shall expose for tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, ages. Proposals must be accompanied in ages. Proposals must be accompanied in sale by public vendue, at the Union County public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- INC., PLAINTIFF vs. MARIA J. AVILA, ET SHERIFF’S SALE the case of corporations not chartered in the case of corporations not chartered in Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown ALS, DEFENDANT. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, New Jersey, by proper certification that such New Jersey, by proper certification that such Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, corporation is authorized to do business in corporation is authorized to do business in sey on WEDNESDAY THE 25TH DAY OF WEDNESDAY THE 25TH DAY OF JULY DATED DECEMBER 05, 2000 FOR SALE DOCKET NO. F-8442-00 the State of New Jersey. Bidders are re- the State of New Jersey. Bidders are re- JULY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. BANKERS TRUST, AS TRUSTEE, quired to comply with the requirements of quired to comply with the requirements of afternoon of said day. All successful bid- said day. All successful bidders must have By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- PLAINTIFF vs. ANTONIO PELAYTAY, ET P.L. 1975, c. 127. (N.J.A.C. 17:27) P.L. 1975, c. 127. (N.J.A.C. 17:27) ders must have 20% of their bid available in 20% of their bid available in cash or certified ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale AL, DEFENDANT. Each proposal must be enclosed in a Each proposal must be enclosed in a cash or certified check at the conclusion of check at the conclusion of the sales. by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, sealed envelope, bearing the name and sealed envelope, bearing the name and the sales. The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 DATED MAY 01, 2001 FOR SALE OF address of the bidder and shall be ad- address of the bidder and shall be ad- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY FOUR THOUSAND FOUR & 39/100 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- MORTGAGED PREMISES. dressed to the Town of Westfield, New dressed to the Town of Westfield, New TWENTY THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED ($154,004.39). sey on WEDNESDAY THE 8TH DAY OF By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Jersey and shall be endorsed “Proposal for Jersey and shall be endorsed “Proposal for TWENTY EIGHT & 73/100 ($120,528.73). All that certain tract, lot and parcel of AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Contract No. WEST002, Gregory’s Pond Contract No. WEST002, Mindowaskin Lake All that certain tract of land, including any land lying and being in the City of Eliza- afternoon of said day. All successful bid- by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- Dam Improvements.” Overlook Improvements.” improvements, lying and being in Union beth, County of Union and State of New ders must have 20% of their bid available in ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 County, New Jersey being commonly known Jersey, and being more particularly de- cash or certified check at the conclusion of Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- 1. Each successful bidder shall be re- 1. Each successful bidder shall be re- as 417 Franklin Street, Elizabeth, New Jer- scribed as follows: the sales. sey on WEDNESDAY THE 8TH DAY OF quired to comply with all provisions of quired to comply with all provisions of sey 07206 and described as Lot No. 411, Beginning at a point in the northeasterly The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the the New Jersey prevailing local wages the New Jersey prevailing local wages Block No. 3, of the Tax Map of City Of line of Decker Avenue, distant therein 132.00 THIRTY SEVEN THOUSAND THREE- afternoon of said day. All successful bid- as determined by the New Jersey De- as determined by the New Jersey De- Elizabeth, being more particularly described feet southeasterly from the southeasterly HUNDRED EIGHTY NINE & 63/100 ders must have 20% of their bid available in partment of Labor and Industry. partment of Labor and Industry. as follows: line of North Avenue and running thence: ($137,389.63). cash or certified check at the conclusion of 2. Each successful bidder shall be re- 2. Each successful bidder shall be re- BEGINNING at a point on the Northeast- 1) North 30 degrees 30 minutes East, All that certain land and premises situated the sales. quired to furnish bonds as follows: quired to furnish bonds as follows: erly side of Franklin Street thereon distant 100.00 feet to a point; thence in the City of Elizabeth, County of Union, The judgment amount is ONE-HUN- 200.00 feet Northwesterly from the inter- 2) South 59 degrees 30 minutes East, State of New Jersey, being more particularly DRED FIFTY EIGHT THOUSAND FOUR- a. Performance Bond in a sum equal a. Performance Bond in a sum equal section of the said Northeasterly line of 50.00 feet to a point; thence described as follows: HUNDRED SEVENTY TWO & 71/100 to one hundred percent (100%) of to one hundred percent (100%) of Franklin Street and the Northwesterly side 3) South 30 degrees 30 minutes West, Lot No.: 1874; Block No.: 11 on the Tax ($158,472.71). the full amount of the contract. The the full amount of the contract. The of Fourth Street; thence running 100.00 feet to a point in the northeasterly Map of the City of Elizabeth DOCKET NO.: F-8442-00 surety on such bond shall be a surety on such bond shall be a 1. Along the Northeasterly side of line of Decker Avenue; thence Nearest Cross Street: North Avenue MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth surety company duly authorized to surety company duly authorized to Franklin Street, North 35 degrees 40 min- 4) Along the same, North 59 degrees 30 Approximate Dimensions: 230.00 feet COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW do business within the State of do business within the State of utes West 25.00 feet to a point; thence minutes West, 50.00 feet to the point and x 70.00 feet x 230.00 feet x 70.00 feet JERSEY. New Jersey. New Jersey. 2. North 54 degrees 20 minutes East place of beginning. Being more commonly known as: STREET AND STREET NO: 49 Dehart b. Labor and Material Bond in a sum b. Labor and Material Bond in a sum 100.00 feet to a point; thence running The above description being in accor- 634-8 Westminster Avenue Place equal to one hundred percent equal to one hundred percent 3. South 35 degrees 40 minutes East dance with a survey prepared by Dominick Elizabeth, New Jersey 07208 TAX BLOCK AND LOT NOS.: (100%) of the full amount of the (100%) of the full amount of the 25.00 feet to a point in the northeasterly line J. Venditto, dated April 13, 1998. Pursuant to a municipal tax search BLOCK NO.: 6 LOT NO.: 248 contract The surety on such bond contract The surety on such bond of Decker Avenue; thence INFORMATIONAL NOTE: Being dated 1/25/01 DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 100 feet x 30 feet shall be a surety company duly au- shall be a surety company duly au- 4. South 54 degrees 20 minutes also known as Lot No. 274 in Block Subject to: Taxes for 2000 $1,357.28 NEAREST CROSS STREET: 110 feet thorized to do business within the thorized to do business within the West 100.00 feet to the point and place No. 13, as shown on the Tax Map of open & penalty, 1st quarter 2001 the from Murray Street. State of New Jersey. State of New Jersey. of BEGINNING. the City of Elizabeth. amount to be determined due 2/1/01, SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE Such Performance Bond and Labor and Such Performance Bond and Labor and There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of 2nd quarter the amount to be deter- There is due approximately the sum of Material Bond must be furnished by the Material Bond must be furnished by the ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY EIGHT THOU- ONE-HUNDRED EIGHTY THOUSAND mined, due 5/1/01. ONE-HUNDRED SIXTY SIX THOUSAND successful bidder simultaneously with the successful bidder simultaneously with the SAND TWO-HUNDRED FIFTY ONE & NINE-HUNDRED FIFTY EIGHT & 55/100 There is due approximately the sum of ONE-HUNDRED TWENTY FIVE & 84/100 delivery of the executed contract by such delivery of the executed contract by such 83/100 ($128,251.83) together with lawful ($180,958.55) together with lawful interest ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND ($166,125.84) together with lawful interest bidder. Further, the successful bidder must bidder. Further, the successful bidder must interest and costs. and costs. FOUR-HUNDRED FORTY ONE & 04/100 and costs. furnish to the Town of Westfield copies of furnish to the Town of Westfield copies of There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in ($150,441.04) together with lawful interest There is a full legal description on file in Certificates of Insurance required by the Certificates of Insurance required by the the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. and costs. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Contract Documents. Contract Documents. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn There is a full legal description on file in The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn All Bidders must comply with N.J.S.A. All Bidders must comply with N.J.S.A. this sale. this sale. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. this sale. 40A: 11-18, “American Goods and Prod- 40A: 11-18, “American Goods and Prod- RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn RALPH FROEHLICH ucts to be used where possible.” ucts to be used where possible.” SHERIFF SHERIFF this sale. SHERIFF The Town of Westfield reserves the right The Town of Westfield reserves the right MC CABE, WEISBERG & CONWAY, FARR BURKE GAMBACORTA & RALPH FROEHLICH WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR. to reject any and all bids, to waive any minor to reject any and all bids, to waive any minor P.C. - LAW OFFICES WRIGHT, ATTORNEYS AT LAW SHERIFF CHARTERED informalities or irregularities in the bids re- informalities or irregularities in the bids re- Suite 600 211 Benigno Boulevard, Suite 201 HILL WALLACK, ATTORNEYS AT LAW 737 Stokes Road ceived and to accept the bid from the lowest ceived and to accept the bid from the lowest 216 Haddon Avenue PO Box 788 202 Carnegie Center PO Box 1088 responsible bidder. responsible bidder. Westmont, New Jersey 08108 Bellmawr, New Jersey 08099-0788 Princeton, New Jersey 08543-5226 Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 Kenneth B. Marsh Kenneth B. Marsh CH-755960 (WL) CH-755954 (WL) CH-755984 (WL) CH-755992 (WL) Town Engineer Town Engineer 4 T - 6/28, 7/5, 7/12 4 T - 6/28, 7/5, 7/12 4 T - 7/12, 7/19, 7/26 4 T - 7/12, 7/19, 7/26 1 T – 7/12/01, The Leader Fee: $87.21 1 T – 7/12/01, The Leader Fee: $84.66 & 7/19/01 Fee: $230.52 & 7/19/01 Fee: $226.44 & 8/2/01 Fee: $204.00 & 8/2/01 Fee: $187.68 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood Thursday, July 12, 2001 Page 13 Westfield Blue 10’s Grab Regional Babe Ruth Title The Westfield Blue 10-year-old 11-6. In the meantime, the White baseball team defeated Westfield defeated all opponents. White, 12-2, to clinch the regional Facing the undefeated White again, championship in the Babe Ruth Na- the Blue got a fine pitching perfor- tional Tournament held in Elizabeth mance from David Pusar and won, 8- on June 30. The victory advanced the 1. First baseman Matt Munizzi was Blue to the State finals to be held in flawless offensively and defensively. Elmwood Park. After, catcher Dan Sullivan threw The Blue lost to the White in the out an attempted steal, no other run- first game of the double elimination ner had the courage to test his arm. tournament. Blue started with seven Michael Lessner doubled in the sec- runs in the first inning, but White ond and Spencer Cassidy’s running chipped away at their lead, taking skills turned a bunt into a triple. Matt the game in extra innings and win- Reiss had a clutch two RBI hit the ning 12-11. fourth.

Blue recovered to defeat Scotch In the final game, Blue pitchers David B. Corbin for The Westfield Leader and The Times Plains, 11-0, and North Elizabeth, Todd Saunders and Michael Kent SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AND SPONSOR...Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School JUNIOR DIVISION CHAMPS...The SP-F Astros baseball team recently won the 10-0, where Brendan Burgdorf delivered success. The hot bats of recent grad Katie Church, left, stands with sponsor Pete Chemidlin, President Junior Division crown. Pictured, left to right, are: front row; Jeremy Busch, Gary pitched a perfect game through three Michael Carpetto and Burgdorf, who of Family Investors in Fanwood. Church, a fine softball player, was The Binkiewicz, Brian Chukuka, Matt Ciabattari and Chris Freeman; second row, Sam innings. Next, Westfield came back was one shot short of a cycle, helped Westfield Leader and The Times Scholar-Athlete of the Month of May. She will Stamler, Perry Lewis, Kyle Fitzgerald, Scott Keogh, Chris Shea and John Maxwell; from a 5-0 deficit to defeat Cranford, to lead Westfield Blue to the title. be attending the University of Delaware in the fall. back row, Manager John Maxwell and coaches Phil Freeman and Gil Stamler. Baseball Astros Capture St. Thomas Prevails, Topples SP-F Jr. Division Crown St. Jude, 3-1, in Bumper The Astros of the Scotch Plains- Fitzgerald then scored on Binkiewicz’s CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Fanwood Youth Baseball Association sizzler to first. like a big rally,” was the line coming conditions the way they were. I won the Junior Division Champion- The Astros’ run through the playoffs ship with an exciting, 2-1, extra-inning from the St. Jude bench as they en- thought the ball was really going to was a total team effort as every player tered into the seventh inning. victory over the Rangers at Booth Field. contributed to the victories. Fitzgerald be jumping out of the park. It was a In the third inning, the Astros scored and Binkiewicz handled most of the “Agreed,” said Matuska as he surprise for both sides. But hey, there first. John Maxwell reached via walk. pitching duties, while Maxwell, tapped a single with one out. Tony was great effort and pitching, as well, After stealing second, Maxwell scored Chukuka, Sam Stamler (who played an Perfilio scurried safely to first on an on the other side.” on a hard-hit double by Gary Binkiewicz. excellent first base in the finals), Chris error, then Dennis Hercel lofted an Commenting on the disappointing The score remained the same as Astros Freeman, Scott Keogh and Matthew RBI sacrifice fly. A confident Gib- loss, team captain Tony Perfilio said, pitcher Kyle Fitzgerald, kept throwing Ciabattari provided solid infield play. bons, demonstrating his high-arch- “We just couldn’t hit. It’s one of those heat to shut out the potent Rangers. The outfield duties were handled ex- ing accuracy, then sat down his last games where we left all our runs in the However, in the top of the sixth, the ceptionally by Perry Lewis, Chris Shea opponent and the game was placed last game. We should of saved some Rangers scored the tying run to send the and Jeremy Busch. in the win column for St. Thomas. for tonight’s game. Hopefully this is game into extra innings. Maxwell, who “I thought the umpire was on to the our low point of the year and hope- relieved Fitzgerald, worked out of a Scotch Hills Women Vaseline I had in my back pocket, but fully the rest of the season is our high bases-loaded jam in the top of the sev- BABE RUTH REGIONAL CHAMPIONS...The Westfield Blue 10-year-old apparently we got away with one point. Our pitcher pitched a great enth to keep the score knotted. baseball team recently defeated the Westfield White in a double elimination Tell Golf Results tournament to win the Babe Ruth Regional title. tonight,” noted Gibbons. “I thought game. We just didn’t back him up.” The Astros won it when leadoff hit- the score was a real surprise with the ter Brian Chukuka singled, moved to St. Thomas 010 002 0 3 A spokeswoman for the Scotch Hills St. Jude 000 000 1 1 third on a line-drive double by Women’s Golf Association of Scotch Plains announced the winning team of WTA Men’s Doubles the “100 Percent Handicap Stroke Play” Westfield 12 Blue Devils Fall Scotch Plains Softball tournament held July 3. Tennis Ladder Told: Bail Bondsmen Nab FLIGHT A League Standings: Low gross: Carol Nichols 46 Against Warren, Readington There were some significant shifts in Struggling Misfits First low net: Elsie Blanchette 31 the standings with six matches reported (As of July 6) this period. Don’t forget that you need to DIVISION A: CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Second low net: Mary Kay Danskin 33 The Westfield 12-year-old Blue stole three bases to record the team’s Third low net: Nichols 34 have eight matches by the end of the TEAM W L T Devils lost to Warren, 15-5, on July first run. In the bottom of the inning, Checchio Chiropractic 14 2 0 ensuing error at third. Buonpane gave FLIGHT B season. The Stanley Cup 11 4 1 Chico’s a 6-0 lead by bashing an RBI Low gross: Petie Prybilski 47 2 then dropped a close, 5-3, decision Helfand kept Readington off the to Readington on July 4. board by making a fine, running catch (Standings as of June 28) Pep Again 9 7 1 single to center. First low net: Lucy Banta and Prybilski 29 1. McGlynn/Aliche Ferrara’s Auto Center 9 8 0 Paul Ciccotti scored for Chico’s in Third low net: Kathy Shonell and Alice Erick Hoens recorded Westfield’s in left field. 2. Gonnella/Wilhelm Themis 8 8 0 Yorks 30 first hit of the game in the third then After letting up two singles in the 3. Desantis/Callahan Jade Isle 6 10 0 the third but the Misfit bats finally D&L Locksmith 5 14 0 came to life, scoring all of their runs FLIGHT C Julian Harris stroked a double to left- first, pitcher Sean Sullivan, with the 4. Dreyer/Matthews Low gross: Dolores Veghte 49 center. In the fifth, Westfield scored help of Hoens at third, Kyle 5. Alfano/Majierski Neighborhood Painting 5 14 0 in the top of the fifth. Ken Smedley, First low net: Veghte 26 6. Ferio/Sobel (As of July 6) all five of its runs. Brian Nelson Zeitounian at second and Ramalho 7. Verchick/Whelan Koppel and Dave Lieberman all Second low net: Jean Peterson 31 DIVISION B: singled to load the bases. Ernst stroked an RBI single and John at short, retired six of the next seven 8. Satkin/Finestein Third low net: Kathy Blatt and Claire Helfand ripped an RBI single in the batters. 9. Mancini/Oslislo TEAM W L T scribbled an RBI single by third and Knaus 32 10. Bender/Parker Chico’s Bail Bonds 13 2 0 inning. In the top of the sixth, Westfield Theresa’s Mojave Grill 13 3 0 Sapia slapped an RBI single to center. Low putts: Peterson-12 11. Cheah/DeSantis John Ramalho had a great catch in mounted a two-out rally. Nardi 12. Diamond/Diamond Cellular Signal Plus 12 4 0 Potvinski strutted to the plate and Chip-ins: Blanchette hole 2, Blatt hole 6, Fridays 9 7 0 pulverized his three-run triple to deep center field in the fourth and Colin crushed a solo home run. Zeitounian Jeannette Walker hole 7, Peterson hole 4 Callahan made an excellent short- singled and Nelson laid down a bunt New Teams: Misfits 3 12 1 left center, then Gary Jason added the Birdies: Yorks hole 3 Britt/Douglas Panther Paintball/P.O. 3 13 0 sixth run with a sacrifice fly to center. to-first put out in the fifth. First single. Zeitounian came around to Sheehan/Lo Homestead 2 14 1 baseman Jimmy Thayer recorded all score. Nemeth singled to center but Sagive Edelman needs a partner Chico’s Bondsmen responded with PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE a run in the bottom of the fifth to take three outs in the fifth inning. the game ended when Nelson was TOWN OF WESTFIELD PUBLIC NOTICE Against Readington, Harris thrown out at the plate. SHERIFF’S SALE an 8-5 lead when Buonpane walked, ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL reached first on an error and then SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Lembo singled and Marsella slashed SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, an RBI single to right center. Take notice that application has been PUBLIC NOTICE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, made to the Municipal Clerk of the Town of PUBLIC NOTICE CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-4451-00 Chico’s Bail Bonds were secured Westfield, 425 East Broad Street, Westfield, SHERIFF’S SALE DOCKET NO. F-5821-00 UNITED COMPANIES LENDING COR- in the sixth with the five-run out- New Jersey 07090, to transfer to Arthur J. SHERIFF’S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, NORWEST BANK MINNESOTA, N.A., PORATION, PLAINTIFF vs. SANTO burst. Donnelley singled and ad- Byrd, for premises located at 115 Quimby SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, AS TRUSTEE, PLAINTIFF vs. WILSON NARDI, ET AL., DEFENDANT. vanced on an error. Another error Street, Westfield, New Jersey, the Plenary CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, DOCKET NO. F-8489-98 LOPEZ A/K/A WILSON M. LOPEZ, ET CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Retail Distribution License, number 2020- DOCKET NO. F-15458-98 AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE COM- AL., DEFENDANT. DATED APRIL 06, 2001 FOR SALE OF granted Casini first. Jeff Kasak jolted 44-013-005, heretofore issued to Wilsha, NORWEST MORTGAGE, INC., A PANY, PLAINTIFF vs. GEORGE EVANS CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, MORTGAGED PREMISES. a two-run triple to left, then Watson, Inc., for the premises located at 115 Quimby CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION, INC, PLAIN- AND MRS. GEORGE EVANS, HIS WIFE; DATED MARCH 16, 2001 FOR SALE OF By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- Street, Westfield, New Jersey. TIFF vs. MILTON OLIVEIRA AND ROSALYN ARLENE PAPPAS ET ALS, DEFENDANT. MORTGAGED PREMISES. ecution to me directed I shall expose for Monachia and Marsella each added By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- an RBI single. The person who will hold an interest in this OLIVEIRA, HIS WIFE; NEWPOINT CON- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, sale by public vendue, at the Union County license is Arthur J. Byrd of 5 Market Street, DOMINIUM, DEFENDANT. DATED AUGUST 08, 2000 FOR SALE OF ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 In the meantime, the Misfits’ bats Red Bank, New Jersey 07701. The appli- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, MORTGAGED PREMISES. by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- would go mute for the remainder of cant intends to engage in the retail sale of DATED MARCH 07, 2001 FOR SALE OF By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 sey on WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF the nine-inning game. beer, wines and other types of liquor at 115 MORTGAGED PREMISES. ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the Quimby Street, Westfield, New Jersey, un- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF afternoon of said day. All successful bid- Misfits 000 060 000 6 der the terms and conditions allowed by law. ecution to me directed I shall expose for ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the ders must have 20% of their bid available in Chico’s 151 015 00x 13 Objections, if any, should be made in sale by public vendue, at the Union County Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- afternoon of said day. All successful bid- cash or certified check at the conclusion of writing to Bernard A. Heeney, Jr., Municipal Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 sey on WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF ders must have 20% of their bid available in the sales. PUBLIC NOTICE Clerk of the Town of Westfield, 425 East Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the cash or certified check at the conclusion of The judgment amount is THREE-HUN- Broad Street, Westfield, New Jersey. sey on WEDNESDAY THE 25TH DAY OF afternoon of said day. All successful bid- the sales. DRED THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED TOWN OF WESTFIELD Arthur J. Byrd JULY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the ders must have 20% of their bid available in The judgment amount is NINETY TWO FORTY FIVE & 97/100 ($300,545.97). 5 Market Street THOUSAND THREE-HUNDRED FIFTY DOCKET NO.: F-4451-00 INVITATION TO BID afternoon of said day. All successful bid- cash or certified check at the conclusion of Red Bank, New Jersey 07701 ders must have 20% of their bid available in the sales. NINE & 42/100 ($92,359.42). MUNICIPALITY: Westfield Sealed proposals will be received by the 2 T – 7/12 cash or certified check at the conclusion of The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED MUNICIPALITY: City of Elizabeth COUNTY: Union STATE OF NEW JERSEY. Town of Westfield in the Council Chambers & 7/19/01, The Leader Fee: $48.96 the sales. TWENTY THREE THOUSAND SEVEN- COUNTY AND STATE: County of Union, STREET AND STREET NO: 1080 Pros- at the Municipal Building, 425 East Broad The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED HUNDRED TWENTY THREE & 40/100 State of New Jersey pect Street Street, Westfield, New Jersey, at 10:00 AM PUBLIC NOTICE SIXTEEN THOUSAND EIGHT-HUN- ($123,723.40). STREET AND STREET NUMBER: 140 TAX BLOCK AND LOT NOS.: prevailing time on Monday, August 6, 2001, DRED TWENTY SIX & 32/100 The property to be sold is located in the South Park Street BLOCK NO.: 306 LOT NO.: 86 for the “IMPROVEMENT OF PARK SHERIFF’S SALE ($116,826.32). TOWN of WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY TAX LOT AND BLOCK NUMBERS: Lot DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 189.76 feet x STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY.” SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, The property to be sold is located in the 07090, County of UNION and State of No.: 24; Block No.: 64 110 feet The work under this Proposal includes CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, City of Elizabeth, County of Union and New Jersey. DIMENSIONS: Approximately irregular NEAREST CROSS STREET: 228.36 the furnishing of all labor, materials and DOCKET NO. F-5023-98 State of New Jersey. Commonly known as: 329 LIVINGSTON 25 feet x 100 feet feet from Hamilton Street. equipment necessary to complete the work DELTA FUNDING CORPORATION, It is commonly known as 612 New Point STREET, WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY NEAREST CROSS STREET: is approxi- SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE as shown on the Contract Drawings and PLAINTIFF vs. JOSE VALDIVIEZO AND Road a/k/a 604 Livingston Street, Elizabeth, 07090. mately Second Street There is due approximately the sum of described in the Contract Specifications, LUCY VALDIVIEZO, HIS WIFE; RAUL New Jersey. Tax Lot No. 13 f/k/a 12.B in Block No. There is due approximately the sum of THREE-HUNDRED FIFTEEN THOU- and Proposals shall be in accordance with IDROVO, ET ALS, DEFENDANT. It is known and designated as Block No. 7, 4003 f/k/a 507 NINETY NINE THOUSAND THREE- SAND FOUR-HUNDRED FORTY SIX & such Drawings and Specifications and the CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Lot No. 702 C04. Dimension of Lot: approximately irregular HUNDRED SEVENTY SEVEN & 16/100 38/100 ($315,446.38) together with lawful terms proposed in the Contract. The work DATED MARCH 10, 2000 FOR SALE OF The dimensions are: N/A (Condominium). 94.12 feet wide by 130 feet long ($99,377.16) together with lawful interest interest and costs. consists primarily of the construction of MORTGAGED PREMISES. Nearest cross street: N/A (Condominium). Nearest Cross Street: Ripley Place and costs. There is a full legal description on file in approximately 8,100 square yards of 4-inch By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- Prior lien(s): Subject to unpaid taxes and Situate at a point on the northwesterly There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. thick stabilized base course, 8,100 square tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by municipal liens. Amount due will be an- sideline of Livingston Street distance ap- the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn yards of 1-1/2-inch thick surface course, public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- nounced at the Sheriff’s Sale or is available proximately 391 feet northeasterly from its The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. 850 cubic yards of roadway excavation, tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown upon written request to plaintiff’s attorneys. intersection with the northeasterly sideline this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH 3,500 linear feet of granite block curb, 500 Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on There is due approximately the sum of of Ripley Place. RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF linear feet of 15-inch HDPE storm sewer, 4 WEDNESDAY THE 18TH DAY OF JULY ONE-HUNDRED SEVENTEEN THOU- There is due approximately the sum of SHERIFF WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR. storm sewer inlets and other related items. A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of SAND FIVE-HUNDRED NINETY NINE & ONE-HUNDRED FIFTY TWO THOU- ESCHEN & FRENKEL, LLP - CHARTERED The successful bidder shall start construc- said day. All successful bidders must have 45/100 ($117,599.45) together with lawful SAND SIX-HUNDRED EIGHTY & 87/100 LAW OFFICES 737 Stokes Road tion ten (10) days after notice of award of 20% of their bid available in cash or certified interest and costs. ($152,680.87) together with lawful interest 80 Main Street PO Box 1088 Contract is given, and shall complete all check at the conclusion of the sales. There is a full legal description on file in and costs. West Orange, New Jersey 07052 Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 work within forty-five (45) working days after The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- the Union County Sheriff’s Office. There is a full legal description on file in CH-755975 (WL) CH-755979 (WL) the start of construction. DRED SEVEN THOUSAND ONE-HUN- The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sheriff’s Office. 4 T - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19 4 T - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19 Proposals shall be in writing on the forms DRED NINETY TWO & 84/100 this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn & 7/26/01 Fee: $181.56 & 7/26/01 Fee: $185.64 furnished and must be delivered at the place ($207,192.84). RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. and before the hour above mentioned, and The property to be sold is located in the SHERIFF RALPH FROEHLICH must be accompanied by a certified check City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State STERN LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, SHERIFF or bid bond payable to the Town of Westfield of New Jersey. NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LL FEIN SUCH KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. Area Youth Football Camp in an amount equal to at least ten percent It is commonly known as 142 Orchard Suite 300 Suite 201 (10%) of the base amount of the bid, but not Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey. 293 Eisenhower Parkway 7 Century Drive Held by the Suburban Youth Football League in conjuction less than $500.00 nor more than $20,000.00. It is known and designated as Block No. Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 with the Scotch Plains - Fanwood Police Athletic League Each bid must also be accompanied by a 13, Lot No. 1064. CH-755963 (WL) CH-754476 (WL) Surety Company Certificate stating that said The dimensions are 24 feet wide by 175 4 T - 6/28, 7/5, 7/12 4 T - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19 Surety company will provide the bidder with feet long. & 7/19/01 Fee: $199.92 & 7/26/01 Fee: $204.00 July 16th - July 19th the required Performance bond in the full Nearest cross street: Chilton Street. amount of the Contract, by a Non-Collusion Prior lien(s): None. Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Affidavit and a Contractor’s Qualification SUBJECT TO UNPAID TAXES AND Statement, Statement of Ownership, on the OTHER MUNICIPAL ASSESS- 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. forms included in and explained in the con- MENTS, AMOUNT DUE IS AVAIL- Ages 7 years to 14 tract documents. ABLE IN THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE OR Bidders must be in compliance with all FROM PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEYS provisions of Chapter 127 P.L. 1975 supple- UPON WRITTEN REQUEST TO Registration Deadline: July 13th ment to the law against discrimination (Affir- PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEYS mative Action) and must pay workmen the There is due approximately the sum of Fee: $99.00 prevailing wage rates promulgated by the TWO-HUNDRED FORTY THREE THOU- New Jersey State Department of Labor and SAND ONE-HUNDRED FORTY FIVE & Teaching kids all positions and while making the Industry for this project, copies of which are 26/100 ($243,145.26) together with lawful on file in the Office of the Town Engineer. interest and costs. athlete stronger, faster and more knowledgeable. This project is being funded by a Transpor- There is a full legal description on file in tation Trust Fund Grant administered by the the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Forms available in the lobby of the New Jersey Department of Transportation. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Scotch Plains Police Department or the Plans and specifications may be seen or this sale. procured ($100) at the office of the Town RALPH FROEHLICH Fanwood Police Department. Engineer, Public Works Center, 959 North SHERIFF Avenue West, Westfield, New Jersey. The STERN LAVINTHAL, FRANKENBERG, Mayor and Council reserve the right to reject NORGAARD & KAPNICK, LL Contact Camp Director Russell Yeager at any bid, and to waive any informality in any Suite 300 (908) 586-9300 for more information. bid, if in the interest of the Town, it is 293 Eisenhower Parkway deemed advisable to do so. Livingston, New Jersey 07039-1711 Proceeds of the camp will be directed to the PAL football program Kenneth B. Marsh CH-755180 (WL) Town Engineer 4 T - 6/21, 6/28, 7/5 for new equipment. Help Cops help Kids! 1 T – 7/12/01, The Leader Fee: $57.63 & 7/12/01 Fee: $206.04 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 14 Thursday, July 12, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION Fanwood Rec. Sets SP-F Baseball Youth 10s Edge -CLASSIFIEDS- Events for July 16-20 HELP WANTED GARAGE SALE The Fanwood Parks and Recreation Flemington, 13-12, in Tourney HELP WANTED Department will feature Ceramics The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Youth REAL ESTATE Saturday, July 14 Week for the week of July 16-20. nament team continued their winning ADVERTISING ASSISTANT Baseball Association 10-year-old tour- ways as they overcame a 6-0 deficit to SALES MANAGER 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. People will get to choose a ceramic Recent grad. Creative, multi-task 282 Pembrook Rd., Mtsd. and decorate it. There is a small fee for top Flemington, 13-12, in the Second largest Independently oriented, with some computer- Bridgewater tournament on June 30. Owned Real Estate Company in NO EARLY BIRDS PLEASE! purchasing the ceramics. This is at ized graphics knowledge. Good Furniture incl. 2 DR sets, golf both Forest Road and LaGrande Park. The Raiders used their speed in the New Jersey presently looking for organizational skills and pleas- final inning as Joseph Del Prete and an energetic, technology minded clubs, pictures, queen comforter Registration is $5 for all participants. ant phone demeanor. set & more! There will be movies in the park Jackson Udelsman each picked up cru- professional Sales Office Man- Please call (908) 232-4407, cial stolen bases and came around to ager. Candidate must be a li- and, every Tuesday at dusk, there ask for advertising dept. or MOVING SALE will be children’s movies at score the eventual tying and winning censed NJ Broker/Salesperson. runs on RBI by Michael Lauricella and e-mail LaGrande Park. All interested candidates [email protected] Saturday, July 14 Kyle Fitzgerald. please call Loris at 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Jimmy Burke picked up the win in (732) 846-7000, Ext. 29 or fax 5 Fairway Ct., Scotch Plains PUBLIC NOTICE relief with a gutsy performance. He HELP WANTED Snow tires, jewelry, household was helped out with some solid de- resume to (732) 843-5775 SHERIFF’S SALE Freelance Writer items and more. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, fense. Colin Grimm, Steve Berger, HELP WANTED Kevin Maroney, Michael Klotz, Burke P/T, freelance writer wanted to CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, cover Westfield town meetings. MOVING SALE DOCKET NO. F-16673-00 and Del Prete all came up with big Animal hospital HUDSON CITY SAVINGS BANK, games in the field. Receptionist. Approximately 25 Meetings occur on Mondays and Saturday, July 14 PLAINTIFF vs. NESTOR P. MATEO, ET Offensively, Lauricella and Greg hours. Some Saturdays. Tuesdays. A burning interest in AL, DEFENDANT. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Zabel stroked two hits. Maroney, Call (908) 322-7500 government and politics is a plus. 203 Spruce Mill Lane, S. Plains CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, Freelancers are also sought for DATED APRIL 10, 2001 FOR SALE OF Berger, Klotz, Thomas Holt, Will (Lamberts Mill Village Apts.) MORTGAGED PREMISES. Hubbard, Burke and Fitzgerald all HELP WANTED other evening meetings, news and Furn., CDs, kitchenware, books, By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- picked up one hit apiece. Udelsman general assignments. much more. ecution to me directed I shall expose for scored three times, Klotz scored twice VOLUNTEERS NEEDED E-mail [email protected] sale by public vendue, at the Union County while Maroney, Burke, Lauricella, Westfield Volunteer Rescue Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Squad seeks persons willing to YARD SALE Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Berger, Zabel, Hubbard and Del Prete CHILDCARE NEEDED sey on WEDNESDAY THE 25TH DAY OF scored once each. train as Emergency Medical Saturday, July 21 JULY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the Technicians. No prior exp. needed. Seeking nanny to care for two 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. afternoon of said day. All successful bid- SOCCER CHAMPS...The Centennial Valid NJ Driv. Lic., req., min. 4 children for summer and continu- Warriors U-12 boys soccer team re- 143 Herbert Ave., Fanwood ders must have 20% of their bid available in hrs/wk. We offer 24 hr. coverage. ing through the school year. Driver’s Rain or shine. cash or certified check at the conclusion of cently won the Snickers US Youth license required to transport chil- the sales. Soccer Association Region 1 Champi- Wkday 9am - 1 pm or 1-5pm slots Exercise equip., dishes and plat- The judgment amount is ONE-HUNDRED onship. Midfielder Kyle Fleming of are perfect for parents of school dren to summer camp and school. ters, household items, computers, NINE THOUSAND NINETY FIVE & 15/100 Westfield holds the Championship children. Childcare reimburse- Call Peggy (908) 500-0108 software. All high-end quality items. ($109,095.15). trophy. ment available! after 7 p.m. The property to be sold is located in the FOR SALE city of Elizabeth in the County of Union, Seeks trainees as Dispatchers. Min. TUTORING New Jersey. Centennial Warriors Win 2 hrs./wk. All training provided. Brunswick 3-piece slate, 8-foot pool Commonly known as: 1264 Clinton Place, Call the Recruiting Team at Recent college graduate with el- Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201 Regional Soccer Title table with built-in pockets and ac- Tax Lot No. 122 in Block No. 11 (908) 233-2500 for details ementary education certification cessories. Exc. cond. $350. The Centennial Warriors U-12 boys Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 50 available to tutor your child in (908) 654-1895 feet wide by 190 feet long soccer team of Cranford won the pres- grades K-6 for summer. Nearest Cross Street: Situate on the tigious Snickers US Youth Soccer As- John Chiesa Named Call Kim (908) 654-9484 AUTO FOR SALE southerly line of Clinton Place 509.70 feet sociation Region I Championship at from the easterly line of North Broad Street. Fort Niagara Park outside Buffalo, NY. Ranger Soccer MVP 2000 BMW 323i Sports Package, There is due approximately the sum of INSTRUCTION ONE-HUNDRED FOURTEEN THOU- Region I includes the 13 states from The North Jersey Rangers soccer team 16-speaker CD, sunroof, 5-speed, SAND NINE-HUNDRED SEVENTY ONE West Virginia to Maine, and only reign- ended a very successful season with a PIANO LESSONS side airbags, 5-year warranty. & 47/100 ($114,971.47) together with lawful ing state cup champions were invited. second-place finish, losing to Fishkill, AGES 8 AND OLDER 22,000 miles. $29,000. interest and costs. The Warriors have won the New Jersey (908) 322-1988 There is a full legal description on file in N.Y. at the Mid New Jersey Select Soccer (908) 889-4095 State Cup the past two years. Tournament held on June 30-July 1 at the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The Warriors beat Rhode Island, 4- APARTMENT WANTED The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Fort Dix. Westfield resident John Chiesa, HOUSECLEANING this sale. 0, Connecticut, 2-1 and Virginia, 2-0, playing center halfback, scored four of before downing New Hampshire, 5-1, Widow, retired prof., seeks 1BR, RALPH FROEHLICH the team’s seven goals in the tournament Brazilian lady will clean your house EIK, DR, LR on first floor or in SHERIFF in the semifinals. In the finals, the and was selected as Team MVP. or office. Great work and refs. 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Fasciale, a partner in the SHERIFF’S SALE SHERIFF’S SALE Westfield law form of Hoagland, Longo, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, has been certi- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, fied as a civil trial attorney by the Su- DOCKET NO. F-19357-00 DOCKET NO. F-20539-00 preme Court of New Jersey. MALONE MORTGAGE COMPANY, EQUITY ONE, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. Only 3 percent of New Jersey’s 56,000 PLAINTIFF vs. RAFAEL MEDINA, ET SAMUEL D. LOFTON, SARAH E. Susan Jacobson attorneys hold board certification. AL, DEFENDANT. LOFTON, AND TMS MORTGAGE INC. He specializes in personal injury and CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, DBA THE MONEY STORE, DEFENDANT. DATED APRIL 30, 2001 FOR SALE OF CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, malpractice work. MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED APRIL 17, 2001 FOR SALE OF * * * * * By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- MORTGAGED PREMISES. Acting Governor Donald T. ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- ecution to me directed I shall expose for DiFrancesco has appointed William H. ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 sale by public vendue, at the Union County Imgrund of Westfield to the State Real Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Estate Appraiser Board. sey on WEDNESDAY THE 8TH DAY OF Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the sey on WEDNESDAY THE 25TH DAY OF * * * * * afternoon of said day. All successful bid- JULY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the Susan Jacobson of Westfield has been ders must have 20% of their bid available in afternoon of said day. All successful bid- elected as the United States Small Busi- cash or certified check at the conclusion of ders must have 20% of their bid available in WESTFIELD AN IDEAL HOME $385,000 ness Administration’s (SBA) Home- the sales. cash or certified check at the conclusion of Recently listed Washington School 4 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath split offers 2 car based Business Advocate of the Year. The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- the sales. garage and just refinished hardwood floors. Freshly painted interior and many She received the award at SBA lun- DRED THIRTY ONE THOUSAND SIX- The judgment amount is SEVENTY FIVE other recent extras. Immediately available, move in prior to start of school. Visit cheon in May. She also received a Cer- HUNDRED TWO & 04/100 ($231,602.04). THOUSAND THREE-HUNDRED FIFTY our website for a virtual tour. tificate of Special Congressional Recog- DOCKET NO.: F-19357-00 TWO & 51/100 ($75,352.51). MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth The property to be sold is located in the nition from Congressional Michael A. COUNTY: UNION STATE OF NEW City of Elizabeth, County of Union and State Ferguson (R-7th). JERSEY. of New Jersey, also known as 1016 Anna Have Millions of Mira Kostak, Director of the Kean STREET AND STREET NO: 594-96 Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey. University Small Business Development Jefferson Avenue BEING Lot No. 149, Block No. 8 on the Center, nominated Ms. Jacobson for the TAX BLOCK AND LOT NOS.: City of Elizabeth Tax Map. Keith Pilkington award. BLOCK NO.: 12 LOT NO.: 394 Dimensions: (Approximately) 28 feet by Buyers Tour Your A former longtime member of the DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 140 feet x 55 feet 115 feet. Westfield Board of Education, Ms. NEAREST CROSS STREET: Corner of Nearest Cross Street: located approxi- Jefferson Avenue and Fairmount Avenue. mately 375 feet from the intersection of Home Jacobson helped create Hotlinc, which SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE Anna Street and Catherine Street. stands for Home Office Training Leads There is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the sum of Information Networking Community, a TWO-HUNDRED FORTY TWO THOU- SEVENTY EIGHT THOUSAND EIGHT- 24 Hours a Day... resource group for people who are oper- SAND THREE-HUNDRED NINETY ONE HUNDRED NINETY THREE & 55/100 ate a home business. & 45/100 ($242,391.45) together with lawful ($78,893.55) together with lawful interest She is Vice President of Membership interest and costs. and costs. ... through professionally produced moving Services for the Union County Chamber There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. panoramic views. 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PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Junior Woman’s Club Gives SHERIFF’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SHERIFF’S SALE ESTATE OF CAROL CHIURCO, CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, SHERIFF’S SALE Deceased. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, Funds to Children’s Charity DOCKET NO. F-18051-98 Pursuant to the order of JAMES S. THE PRUDENTIAL HOME MORT- DOCKET NO. F-18875-00 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, LaCORTE, Surrogate of the County of GAGE COMPANY, INC., PLAINTIFF vs. CHASE MORTGAGE SERVICES, DOCKET NO. F-20722-00 Union, made on the 6th day of JULY, A.D., WESTFIELD — The Junior Class of 2001. GAIL A. NOLAN AKA GAIL NOLAN INC., PLAINTIFF vs. MARIA EMILIA WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, 2001, upon the application of the under- Woman’s Club of Westfield recently “We are happy to be able to assist CABRERA AND MIGUEL CABRERA, ET RODRIGUES, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS PLAINTIFF vs. AGOSTINHO CARVALHO signed, as ADMINISTRATOR of the estate EXECUTRIX, DEFENDANT. AND CARMEN CARRERA, HIS WIFE; ET announced the results of its annual these worthy seniors with their higher ALS, DEFENDANT. of said deceased, notice is hereby given to Grand Auction. education,” said club President Beth CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, ALS, DEFENDANT. the creditors of said deceased to exhibit to DATED APRIL 04, 2001 FOR SALE OF DATED APRIL 25, 2001 FOR SALE OF CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, the subscriber under oath or affirmation The club was able to present a check Lambert. MORTGAGED PREMISES. MORTGAGED PREMISES. DATED APRIL 03, 2001 FOR SALE OF their claims and demands against the estate for $13,500 to Cherished Creations, a For more information about the Jun- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- MORTGAGED PREMISES. of said deceased within six months from the Berkeley Heights-based, non-profit ior Woman’s Club of Westfield, please ecution to me directed I shall expose for ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale By virtue of the above-stated writ of execu- date of said order, or they will be forever organization which aids seriously ill visit http:// by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- tion to me directed I shall expose for sale by barred from prosecuting or recovering the sale by public vendue, at the Union County and underprivileged children. jerseyjuniors.homestead.com. Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 public vendue, at the Union County Adminis- same against the subscriber. Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- tration Building, 1st Floor, 10 Elizabethtown PATRICIA G. LYNN A check was presented to Rich sey on WEDNESDAY THE 25TH DAY OF sey on WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jersey on ADMINISTRATOR Martell, the Executive Director of Cher- JULY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the WEDNESDAY THE 18TH DAY OF JULY 14 SAWMILL ROAD ished Creations, at the club’s April Literacy Volunteers afternoon of said day. All successful bid- afternoon of said day. All successful bid- A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the afternoon of LOPATCONG, NEW JERSEY 08865 ders must have 20% of their bid available in said day. All successful bidders must have meeting. It represented the single larg- ders must have 20% of their bid available in 1 T – 7/12/01, The Times Fee: $18.87 est donation the charity has ever re- Sets Workshop Dates cash or certified check at the conclusion of cash or certified check at the conclusion of 20% of their bid available in cash or certified the sales. the sales. check at the conclusion of the sales. ceived, according to the Junior The judgment amount is EIGHTY NINE The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- PUBLIC NOTICE AREA – The Union County Affiliate The judgment amount is TWO-HUN- Woman’s Club. of Literacy Volunteers of America has DRED TWENTY SIX THOUSAND ONE- THOUSAND ONE-HUNDRED THIRTY DRED TWENTY EIGHT THOUSAND SHERIFF’S SALE “The auction was a great success HUNDRED FORTY NINE & 97/100 SIX & 90/100 ($89,136.90). FIVE-HUNDRED SEVENTY TWO & 29/ SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, announced its new 2001 Summer Work- The property to be sold is located in the 100 ($228,572.29). because of the donations we received shop programs for the training of tu- ($226,149.97). CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, from many local merchants,” said auc- The property to be sold is located in the CITY OF ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY The property to be sold is located in the DOCKET NO. F-875-01 tors. CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07208, County of UNION and State of CITY of ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07206, INDYMAC MORTGAGE HOLDINGS, tion Co-Chairwoman Julie Scarcella. New Jersey. County of UNION and State of New Jersey. The first English as a Second Lan- 07208-1606, County of UNION and State INC., PLAINTIFF vs. GAIL COVINGTON, “We can’t thank them enough for their guage Workshop will be held at the of New Jersey. Commonly known as 668 NORTH Commonly known as: 419-421 SOUTH ET AL., DEFENDANT. BROAD STREET NO. B22, CITY OF 5TH STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JER- generosity and support.” Hillside Public Library at JFK Plaza Commonly known as: 201-207 STILES CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, In addition to Cherished Creations, STREET, ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY ELIZABETH, NEW JERSEY 07208. SEY 07206. DATED APRIL 23, 2001 FOR SALE OF Liberty Avenue. Registration will be Tax Lot No. 1081 in Block No. 11 Tax Lot No. 1246 W05 in Block No. 5 two $1,500 scholarship checks were 07208-1606 MORTGAGED PREMISES. held on Wednesday, July 18, at 5 p.m. Tax Lot No. 1345 in Block No. 13 Being known and designated as Unit No. Dimension of Lot: approximately 37.50 By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- given to Westfield High School gradu- 22 in Bldg. B in Sunrise Manor a Condo- feet wide by 100.00 feet long Classes will be held on July 18 and 25 Dimensions of Lot: (Approximately) 108.26 ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale ates Joseph Petrsoric and Tyne Duffy, and August 1, 8, 15 and 22, from 5 to 9 feet wide by 118.58 feet long minium, together with an undivided 1.6666% Nearest Cross Street: Fourth Avenue by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- Nearest Cross Street: Chilton Street interest in the common elements and more Situated on a point on the northerly sideline ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 PUBLIC NOTICE p.m. For additional information or to Situated at a point on the northwesterly as described in the Master Deed recorded of South 5th Street distance approximately Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- register, please call (908) 518-0600. May 9, 1988 in Deed Book 3550, Page 243.02 feet westerly from its intersection sideline of Stiles Street at its intersection with sey on WEDNESDAY THE 1ST DAY OF BOROUGH OF FANWOOD 0559, et seq., as may have been or may be with the westerly sideline of Fourth Avenue. the southwesterly sideline of Chilton Street. AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the PUBLIC NOTICE There is due approximately the sum of lawfully amended. There is due approximately the sum of afternoon of said day. All successful bid- NOTICE TO BIDDERS There is due approximately the sum of TWO-HUNDRED FORTY ONE THOU- TWO-HUNDRED FORTY ONE THOU- ders must have 20% of their bid available in NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed NINETY FOUR THOUSAND THREE HUN- SAND THREE-HUNDRED FORTY TWO NOTICE TO CREDITORS SAND FOUR-HUNDRED THIRTY EIGHT cash or certified check at the conclusion of bids will be received by the Borough of DRED TEN & 89/100 ($94,310.89) together & 80/100 ($241,342.80) together with lawful ESTATE OF IRENE ADELMAN, De- & 68/100 ($241,438.68) together with lawful the sales. Fanwood (“Fanwood”) for the purchase of a with lawful interest and costs. interest and costs. ceased. interest and costs. The judgment amount is NINETY EIGHT Year 2002 Two Yard 4 Wheel Drive Dump There is a full legal description on file in There is a full legal description on file in Pursuant to the order of JAMES S. There is a full legal description on file in THOUSAND TWO-HUNDRED SEVENTY Truck with Snow Plow, and such bids the Union County Sheriff’s Office. the Union County Sheriff’s Office. LaCORTE, Surrogate of the County of the Union County Sheriff’s Office. & 07/100 ($98,270.07). shall be received, opened and read in public The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Union, made on the 6th day of JULY, A.D., The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn DOCKET NO.: F-875-01 at the Borough Hall, 75 North Martine Av- this sale. this sale. 2001, upon the application of the under- this sale. MUNICIPALITY: Elizabeth enue, Fanwood, New Jersey, on FRIDAY RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH signed, as EXECUTOR of the estate of said RALPH FROEHLICH COUNTY: Union STATE OF NEW JERSEY. JULY 27, 2001 at 10:00 AM local prevailing SHERIFF SHERIFF deceased, notice is hereby given to the SHERIFF STREET AND STREET NO: 863 time. After the proposals have been opened FEIN SUCH KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. FEIN SUCH KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. creditors of said deceased to exhibit to the FEIN SUCH KAHN & SHEPARD, P.C. Lafayette Street and reviewed and examined by Fanwood’s Suite 201 Suite 201 subscriber under oath or affirmation their Suite 201 TAX BLOCK AND LOT NOS.: representatives, the results will be made 7 Century Drive 7 Century Drive claims and demands against the estate of 7 Century Drive BLOCK NO.: 7 LOT NO.: 692 public, but until the actual award and execu- Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 said deceased within six months from the Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 DIMENSIONS OF LOT: 25 feet x 85 feet tion of contract, Fanwood reserves its right CH-755980 (WL) CH-755946 (WL) date of said order, or they will be forever CH-755964 (WL) NEAREST CROSS STREET: Corner of to reject all proposals. 4 T - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19 4 T - 6/21, 6/28, 7/5 barred from prosecuting or recovering the 4 T - 6/28, 7/5, 7/12 Lafayette Street and Smith Street. Complete sets of the bid documents for & 7/26/01 Fee: $193.80 & 7/12/01 Fee: $189.72 same against the subscriber. & 7/19/01 Fee: $197.88 SUPERIOR INTERESTS (if any): NONE the proposed work are on file in the Office STEPHEN ARONSON There is due approximately the sum of of the Borough Clerk at Fanwood’s Munici- Executor ONE-HUNDRED THREE THOUSAND pal Building, 75 North Martine Avenue, ATTORNEYS EIGHTY EIGHT & 39/100 ($103,088.39) Fanwood, New Jersey, and may be exam- Sirota & Sirota together with lawful interest and costs. ined Monday through Friday between the 7 Highland Place There is a full legal description on file in hours of 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM, except PO Box 217 the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Copies Maplewood, New Jersey 07040 #1 Realtor in the Westfield Office 1994-2000 The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn may be obtained by prospective bidders as 1 T – 7/12/01, The Times Fee: $21.42 this sale. of Thursday, July 12, 2001 upon applica- RALPH FROEHLICH tion to the Borough Clerk and payment of PUBLIC NOTICE COLDWELL BANKER SHERIFF a non-refundable fee of $20.00. WILLIAM M. E. POWERS, JR. Bids must be submitted by the date and SHERIFF’S SALE RESIDENTIAL BROKERAGE CHARTERED time provided above; on the standard pro- SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, 737 Stokes Road posal forms provided, in the manner desig- CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, Westfield Office • 209 Central Avenue PO Box 1088 nated in the bid documents and required by DOCKET NO. F-19533-00 (908) 233-5555 ext #169 Medford, New Jersey 08055-9962 the specifications; must be enclosed in a AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE COMPANY, CH-755977 (WL) sealed envelope bearing the name and ad- PLAINTIFF vs. LESA HALL; KHALID www.realtor.com 4 T - 7/5, 7/12, 7/19 dress of the bidder, addressed to the Bor- WHAID, DEFENDANT. [email protected] & 7/26/01 Fee: $177.48 ough Clerk of Fanwood, with words, “Year CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, 2002 Two Yard 4 Wheel Drive Dump DATED APRIL 10, 2001 FOR SALE OF Truck with Snow Plow” placed on the MORTGAGED PREMISES. Coldwell Banker is a registered trademark of Coldwell Banker Corporation. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Each Office Independently Owned and Operated by NRT Incorporated. PUBLIC NOTICE outside of the envelope in the lower left- By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- SHERIFF’S SALE hand corner; and be accompanied by either ecution to me directed I shall expose for SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY, a certified check, cashier’s check or bid sale by public vendue, at the Union County Open House, Sunday July 15, 1:00 - 4:00 CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY, bond drawn to the order of Fanwood for not Administration Building, 1st Floor, 10 DOCKET NO. F-5701-00 less than ten (10%) percent of the amount of Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- 34 Scudder Road, Westfield IMC MORTGAGE COMPANY, PLAIN- the bid, but not in excess of Twenty Thou- sey on WEDNESDAY THE 25TH DAY OF TIFF vs. CLAUDE JACKSON, ET ALS, sand ($20,000) Dollars except as otherwise JULY A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the DEFENDANT. provided by N.J.S.A. 40A:11-21. afternoon of said day. All successful bid- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION, All spaces on the forms to be com- ders must have 20% of their bid available in DATED JANUARY 11, 2001 FOR SALE pleted by the bidder must be completed. cash or certified check at the conclusion of OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. If a space or the answer to a question is the sales. By virtue of the above-stated writ of ex- not applicable, the bidder must indicate The judgment amount is EIGHTY FIVE ecution to me directed I shall expose for sale such with the notation “Not Applicable.” THOUSAND THREE-HUNDRED FORTY by public vendue, at the Union County Ad- No bid may be withdrawn after sixty (60) NINE & 27/100 ($85,349.27). ministration Building, 1st Floor, 10 days of the date specified for the opening of PROPERTY TO BE SOLD IS LOCATED Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, New Jer- bids except as provided for in N.J.S.A. IN: Elizabeth, County of UNION, State of sey on WEDNESDAY THE 8TH DAY OF 40A:11-24. Bidders are required to comply New Jersey AUGUST A.D., 2001 at two o’clock in the with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et PREMISES COMMONLY KNOWN AS: afternoon of said day. All successful bid- seq. (L. 1975, c. 127). 912 East Grand Street, Elizabeth, New Jer- ders must have 20% of their bid available in The specifications may contain a com- sey 07201 cash or certified check at the conclusion of plete set of bidding and contract forms. If so, TAX LOT No. 209, BLOCK No. 7 the sales. they are for the convenience of bidders and NEAREST CROSS STREET: Reid Street The judgment amount is NINETY EIGHT are not to be detached from the specifica- APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: 25.00 THOUSAND FIVE-HUNDRED FIFTY tions or filled out or executed. Separate cop- feet x 100.00 feet NINE & 29/100 ($98,559.29). ies of the “bid” proposal and other submittals A FULL LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF REAL ESTATE TAX DISCLOSURE will be furnished for that purpose in duplicate, THE PREMISES CAN BE FOUND IN There is a tax lien in the estimated sum of one to be submitted with each bid and one to THE OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF OF $14,776.86 as of January 30, 2001. Plain- be retained by the bidder for its records. UNION COUNTY. tiff advises that the municipal tax office The right is reserved by Fanwood to reject There is due approximately the sum of should be contacted to obtain any addi- any or all bids if deemed to be in the interest NINETY THOUSAND TWO-HUNDRED tional tax amounts that may be due. of Fanwood to do so, to waive any informali- ELEVEN & 71/100 ($90,211.71) together CONCISE DESCRIPTION ties in the bids received and to accept the with lawful interest and costs. 1. Municipality: City of Elizabeth; lowest responsible bid. There is a full legal description on file in 2. Tax Lot No. 638, Block No. 3; Any prospective bidder who wishes to the Union County Sheriff’s Office. 3. Property Street Address: 532 Living- challenge a bid specification or any aspect The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn ston Street; of the bidding process shall file such chal- this sale. 4. Dimensions: 25 feet X 100 feet; lenges in writing with the Borough Clerk of RALPH FROEHLICH There is due approximately the sum of the Borough of Fanwood no less than three SHERIFF ONE-HUNDRED SIX THOUSAND ONE- business days prior to date specified in this LAW OFFICES OF MARK J. UDREN HUNDRED TWENTY FOUR & 60/100 notice for the opening of the bids. Chal- & ASSOCIATES ($106,124.60) together with lawful interest lenges filed after that time shall be consid- Suite 500 and costs. ered void and having no impact on Fanwood 1040 North Kings Highway Dynamic Wychwood Center Hall Colonial There is a full legal description on file in or the award of a contract. Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Eleanor McGovern CH-755957 (WL) Spectacular 13 room colonial with quality renovations and additions. 4/6 The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn Borough Clerk 4 T - 6/28, 7/5, 7/12 Bedrooms, 4 Full and 2 Half Baths, Home Office w/computer network and cable this sale. 1 T – 7/12/01, The Times Fee: $70.38 & 7/19/01 Fee: $187.68 RALPH FROEHLICH modem ready, 4 season Porch, Au Pair Suite, teenage retreat on 3rd floor with SHERIFF SALVATORE L. BORRELLI, P.C., winter NYC view. 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While the volume of this Furthermore, Mr. Ching left no room about 1,000 people attended,” she lyric tenor would not properly fill a larger for the orchestra to breathe. While the said. Approximately 1,000 fliers hall, Glassman sported a refined, yet pe- individual musicians and sections were distributed by the DWC advertis- culiar sounding timbre in his voice. His superb, ensemble effect was greatly lack- ing the event were eagerly snatched signature aria, “Nessun Dorma” was de- ing. Not helping, because of lack of space up by attendees. cent, but not memorable. for the musicians in McCarter Theater, Get Outta Costumes, designed by Helen E. the orchestra which normally consists of Ms. Cronin added that at the end Rodgers, varied from excellent to not so over 80 musicians for a heavy production of the evening, Terraplane Blues excellent. For example, the costumes of like this, was cut down to 53. was surrounded by about 150 emissaries Ping, Pang and Pong and the Additionally, the percussion section, the House people, enjoying their unique royal retinue were appropriate, colorful including snare drum, bass drum, cym- By CAROL F. DAVIS sound. and authentic. The costume of Liu looked bals and xylophone, were placed in a Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times more rural Land’s End-ish, while the cos- separate room and their sound was piped The following evening, the tumes for the chorus generally conjured Beginning July 15, and most in via speakers. Sundays from 2-4 p.m. through- Westfield Symphony Orchestra the image of VC regulars rather than Overall, Mr. Ching moved through the (WSO) defied the gray skies and starving Chinese peasants in rags. score like a wrecking ball brushing aside out the fall, the Drake House threats of rain to perform a rousing Serious artistic drawbacks of the important rubato, phrasing and general Museum, 602 West Front Street program of patriotic anthems and evening, however, were significant. For passione for his breakneck tempi which in Plainfield, will present “Main as musically perfect was the offering by had demonstrated no clear musical vision Street: An Oral History of Busi- melodies to a crowd awaiting fire- ness Life in Plainfield, New Jer- works at Nomahegan Park in Ms. Shafajinskaia, was the attempt of or direction. Conductor Michael Ching, current the Furthermore, acoustics in McCarter sey.” This exhibition will give Cranford. Artistic Director of Opera Memphis, Theater are less than desirable for opera. viewers a glimpse of the busi- Normally held each year at Echo musically insignificant. The hall, which holds about 1,000, has a ness history of the area, through Lake Park in Mountainside/ While perhaps a good choice in name deadened sound because of the wall to taped interviews, artifacts and Westfield, Nomahegan was truly a for an opera set in China, he clearly has wall carpeting and dampening cloths hang- memorabilia from various busi- more successful venue for the en- nothing to offer in the arena of the heavily ing on the walls and from the ceiling — all nesses. Some of them are still in semble known to many as the resi- romanticized, Italianesque style, the mas- helping to detract from general ensemble existence, but most are not. From ter of which is an absolute requirement in blend. Mack Truck to today’s Dairy dent orchestra of Union County. pulling off a successful Turandot. If their thinking of doing any more Thousands upon thousands of at- Queen, see what a bustling area Attempting to wave his arms in the Italian heavies in the future, OFNJ should this once was, and how it is com- tendees rose to their feet in ap- long New Jersey shadow of Maestro avoid Mr. Ching and go find an Italian, Alfredo Silipigni, Mr. Ching was out of ing back. For more information, plause for the WSO, which is led preferably. phone the museum at (908) 755- by Music Director and Conductor his league. Turandot by OFNJ is all about Ms. His liabilities were immediately apparent 5831. They also provide tours of Maestro David Wroe. Shafajinskaia. Do not miss this great oppor- and examples of his impotent attempt are tunity to hear her voice live at an early stage. the old house. Suggested dona- Union County Police Officers numerous — primarily focusing around Repeat performances of Turandot will tion is just $3 per person. provided safety and guidance for tempo and general repertoire familiarity. be tomorrow, Friday, July 13, at 8 p.m.; * * * * * revelers and parking at Union Basically, Mr. Ching has one tempo — Saturday, July 21, at 8 p.m.; and Thurs- Also in Plainfield, on July 14, County College was generous and harried. This conductor frequently rushed day, July 26, at 7:30 p.m. For the full the annual Outdoor Festival of plentiful. almost all of the singers but one — the schedule, please call the OFNJ Box office Art will take place on the green, pro, Ms. Shafajinskaia, who held her Executive Director of the WSO at (609) 258-2787 or 1 (800) 572-2787. behind the town library, West ENDING ON A HIGH NOTE…The Westfield Symphony Orchestra (WSO) ground, forcing Mr. Ching to adapt to her Ticket prices range from $22-$82. Eighth Street and Park Avenue. Alan G. Moore said, “I think it was concluded its 18th season with a Season Finale reception that featured a a spectacular success. I am thrilled presentation to Westfield resident Myriam Gabriel, center, the 2001 recipient The all-day event runs from 10 with the continued partnership with of the Ann Allen Award. Deirdre T. Malacrea, President of WSO Friends, and a.m. to 5 p.m., and will feature both professional and non-pro- Union County, primarily organized Stephen E. Barcan, outgoing WSO Board President, recognized Ms. Gabriel for her spirit of volunteerism and record of service to the WSO. Ms. Gabriel is past CHILDREN’S fessional artists and crafters in a by Freeholder Mary P. Ruotolo.” president of WSO Friends, has been a member of its executive board and variety of categories, including Mr. Moore, who estimated atten- recently served as the Co-Chair of the 2001 Tour of Notable Homes, which oils, acrylics, watercolors, pas- dance at 5,000 to 6,000, added, raised $25,000 for WSO programs. tels, sculpture, printmaking, “People kept streaming in. We With Marylou Morano BOOK NOOK drawing, photography, and crafts. passed out 3,000 programs and There is also a special “Children’s 2,000 flags and that was just for By MARYLOU MORANO back to love again. Gallery” for young artists. Ad- those who came in through the side Pen & Ink Examines Toy Options Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times mission is free, and there are “A Single Shard” (Clarion, 2001) is refreshments available for sale. closest to the fireworks. Those CONTINUED FROM PAGE 18 Reading gives us a free ticket to the story of Tree-ear, a 12 year old across the park could hear the con- don’t want to mess with.” (She’s stead, they proceeded to the check- anywhere we want to go. We can You may just discover a budding homeless boy who is an apprentice to artist, young or old, whose cre- cert too because it was broadcast an equal opportunity gal. She’s out, credit card in hand. Now, you travel back in time or forward into the a potter. One day, while admiring the got the same ammo as the big can say that the toy can only have future. We can visit any planet in the potter’s work, Tree-ear accidentally ations are a must-have for your throughout.” universe or any country in the world, home or office. That’s just what The WSO got through rehearsal boys in the boxes next to her). a negative influence if the parents just by picking up a book. happened to me one year, and without a drop of rain, according to The mom and dad in the K•B don’t set guidelines or encourage “Tales of Korea” now I’ve got a couple of origi- Mr. Moore. Even though “a few aisle didn’t flinch when junior antagonistic behavior. You can say nals hanging right here. that it’s just a piece of plastic that For the third year in a row, author sprinkles” interjected between the aimed the gun at his sister. In- Linda Sue Park has given us a won- * * * * * selections, he proclaimed, “Nobody junior will outgrow in a couple of derful novel of long ago Korea. An Sarah Jane Cion will return to left! They just got out their um- months. American citizen born to Korean par- the Newark Museum’s lunchtime brellas and enjoyed the perfor- I say that there are enough use- ents, Ms. Park intertwines her love of Jazz in the Garden series today, mance.” The Diners ful tools and products on the mar- the English language with the factual between noon and 1:30 p.m. With CONTINUED FROM PAGE 18 ket to dissuade the purchases of representation of a land that most a style of her own and some American children will never visit. smooth confidence, it has been way, was a little different than your tradi- toy machine guns and sniper dolls. Her three books, “A Single Shard,” tional blend. Here are just some I’ve found: said that Ms. Cion will electrify “Seesaw Girl,” and “The Kite Fight- your soul. For the cost (it’s free), Martin Sheen I ate a perfect 2.5 ravioli, and passed ·LeapPad – an interactive com- ers,” are written for readers in the 9-13 the plate to my husband. He reluctantly it sure seems worth it to find out. CONTINUED FROM PAGE 18 puter book with a magic pen and year age category. gave me his Penne con Gorgonzola. She recently released her third Roses on Broadway, circa 1964. When I tasted it I understood. It was learning themes that is so popular, In “Seesaw Girl” (Clarion, 1999) CD, “Summer Night,” and with Ever proud of his Latin roots, heavenly. I can’t believe I ate another it’s sold out on most Web sites. Jade Blossom, the book’s main char- it she brings a fresh outlook on Sheen was awarded the Lifetime bite, but this dish, a regular menu item, ·Phonics Learning System Fun acter wishes to defy the 17th century drops a Celedon vase and must work traditional piano to the jazz scene. Achievement Award from the was the better choice. The sauce was & Learn Bus – the younger set can custom that forbids an unmarried girl to repay the potter the price of the If you can break away at lunch- Imagen Foundation, which marks creamy, with sun-dried tomatoes and learn the alphabet in no time. to leave the inner court of her family piece. This is a riveting story of cour- time, take advantage of this one, fresh basil. The mushrooms gave the ·Double Team by V-Tech – Ages home. Longing to defy her confine- age, friendship and tenacity and the rain or shine. positive portrayals of Latinos in dish a strong, meaty flavor. ment and wanting to be out in the television, advertising and film. 6+ can learn basic computer skills, importance of setting goals and stick- * * * * * To end the meal, we selected the world, the 12-year-old escapes to look ing to them. Most recently, Sheen was Espresso-Flavored Crème Brulée. By although most kids are learning for her 15-year-old aunt Willow who, Today, and again on July 26, awarded a Golden Globe for play- the way, there wasn’t a bad dessert choice them already on their parents’ PCs. having entered into an arranged mar- Gaining a Sibling, sip a cup of iced tea on the ter- ing the nation’s Democratic on the menu. This was refreshingly not ·At smartypantsedutoys.com, I riage, has left her family to live with Losing a Father race at the Reeves-Reed Arbore- Teens who read Francess Lantz’s leader. too sweet, and the caramelized topping found Shape & Picture for ages tum, 165 Hobart Avenue, in Sum- was perfect. It was presented with a “Someone To Love” (Avon, 1997), the mit, for their Tea on the Terrace There were times (I admit) dur- 6+, Sum Time (math skills), book the American Library Associa- wafer and a sprig of fresh mint leaves, What’s the Diff? (to increase your events. They also invite you to ing the befuddling 2000 Presi- which looked a lot better than the plants tion honored as the Best Book for visit the Susan Graham Reeves dential Election that I wished his in my herb garden. I ate most of my half, child’s power of observation), Feel Young Adults in 1998, will also enjoy Rose Garden. I don’t know who portrayal of President Josiah and the entire sprig. and Find, Magnet Express, and “Fade Far Away” (Avon, 1998) by the does the counting, but they claim Bartlet on NBC’s “The West I walked out of there feeling out of Spray Chalk. Some of these good- same author. Like “Someone to Love,” to have 268 varieties of roses for sorts. Clearly, I am not used to a meal like ies look like so much fun, I’d the main character in “Fade Far Away” Wing” would have made him part is a teenage girl. your viewing and sniffing plea- that, with all the food so rich and filling. crash the sandbox to play with sure. You can also feed the mon- of the ballot. Surely, anyone who I suggest that you either skip the appetiz- Sienna Scully must come to terms knows of Sheen’s strong convic- them myself. with her artist father’s brain tumor. It’s arch butterflies. They are re- ers, or indulge in two but share an entrée. leased, by the way, at the end of tions, passion and dignity can tell Novita’ is most definitely not the place ·At letslearntoys.com, I discov- a book packed with emotion, yet easy that he brings everything in his for a vegan. ered Community Workers Bingo, to read. Both are great books for young the summer, when they start their trek to Mexico. Maybe we could soul to every episode. If your desire for Italian food leans which could keep kids 3+ occu- adults. toward pizzas or simpler pastas, there are pied for hours. Kids can learn learn something from them. It’s Let’s just hope he gets re- Toddler Friendly Books all free, but call (908) 273-8787 elected and not edged out by that plenty of local spots. Skip this one. But if about the responsibilities and func- Dorling Kindersley Publishers lo- you care to indulge in a calorific, satisfy- to register. dude who plays the Vice Presi- tions of community members cated in New York City offers a line of ing pasta dish, don’t forget the red wine. around them. Junior might want picture books with toddler-friendly * * * * * dent from Animal House. We did. pages. The artwork is bright and color- There is still one day left to to become a firefighter instead of her husband. ful, the print is big and bold and the bring the kids (or not) to a perfor- a sniper! “The Kite Fighters” (Clarion, 2000) words are easy, both for the pre-reader mance of The Wizard of Oz at the ·Sort-A-Saurus at is the story of two brothers living in to listen to as well as the early reader Forum Theatre Company. Lo- Next Week in A&E: discoverystore.com helps kids 6+ Seoul Korea during Medieval Times. to read. cated at 314 Main Street in •Andy Goldenberg gives readers the 411 on Tom Petty after learn how to count and sort money The oldest, Kee-sup is good at mak- “I’m Too Busy” by Helen Stephens Metuchen, the theater is present- seeing him in concert. in a cleverly shaped toy. And, the ing kites and his younger brother, “Caterpillar’s Wish” by Mary Murphy ing a series of live musicals for Young-sup is good at flying them. and “Panda Big, Panda Small” by kids. This one is a classic, and • Fresh from Once on This Island, Kerrianne Spellman Cort dinosaur doesn’t look like he could Jane Cabrera are just three selections gives her review. hurt your little sister, so he’s safe. When the boy king of Korea (based on even though the entire family an actual historic character) sees the in this line of lovely books which are has seen the film over and over • Carol F. Davis stops by the Outdoor Art Show in Plainfield, ·Finally, anything by V-Tech is a brothers playing on a hill, he joins in. worth owning. while Marylou Morano checks out the Members’ Show at the winner. Children may outgrow again, a live performance is He wants to fly his kite in the compe- * * * * * something special. The final per- Visual Arts Center in Summit. toys as quickly as they grow out of tition, but knows none of the children The area library reading programs • The life of filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola is profiled in Artist formance will take place on Sat- clothes, but they will expand their will allow their king to lose, so he asks are in full swing. Perhaps some of the urday, July 14, at 11 a.m. You of the Week. minds and learning capacity with one of the brothers to fly it for him. An books suggested in this week’s Book endearing story about how sibling should reserve seats, and all tick- • Andy stays “On the Beat” and Marylou hides out in the “Book each one of these gems. Nook can help you meet your reading ets are $10. Call the box office at Nook” with some books on CD for the kiddies. love became sibling rivalry and how goals. In closing, it comes down to this the young king’s friendship turned it (732) 548-0582. – do you want your child to be entertained by toys associated with death and destruction or would you rather intrigue junior with toys to help him succeed in life? 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CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK Page 18 Thursday, July 12, 2001 The Westfield Leader and THE TIMES of Scotch Plains – Fanwood A WATCHUNG COMMUNICATIONS, INC. PUBLICATION HueHueyy LeLewiswis DeliversDelivers tthehe NeNews:ws: Hearing,Hearing, NotNot SeeingSeeing MusicMusic IsIs BelieBelievingving By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN how do you feel singing it to them?” Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Also, Lewis said “Plan B” is not MAHWAH – Rocker Huey Lewis geared toward rocketing to the top of has come a long way from his deejays’ radio-play rosters. “I don’t schooldays at The Lawrenceville think about it at all, I guess I should,” Academy in Lawrenceville. He’s he said. come even further with his band Such a centered perspective has mates since the Beach Boys sound of not cost Lewis in terms of a strong “Do You Believe in Love?” in the fan base. He reported that when the TheThe DinersDiners 1980s. band blends in new material with the Lewis, who recalled visiting familiar 80s tunes, it catches audi- Westfield in his Jersey days, recently ences by surprise but the hardcore NOVITA’ R ISTORANTE spoke with The Westfield Leader and fans are tried and true. The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood “It’s a team sport, it’s a team deal,” 425 South Elmer Street about how his music has changed Lewis said when asked about The Westfield, NJ 07090 since the birth of MTV, his take on News-men. (908) 233-9777 HIGHEST POSSIBLE RATING: 4 STARS dabbling in movies, and his band’s But, would he go solo? CD, “Plan B,” due out on Tuesday, “I flirted with it,” he admitted, “I By CAROL F. DAVIS overwhelming for my July 24. cut some stuff in Los Angeles, but Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times palette, was a zinger With a new horn section added to there was nothing. I’m creatively WESTFIELD — My husband put — and many vegetar- the group, Lewis acknowledged that fulfilled with my band. I live for that the top down on the convertible (it’s ians will not eat honey. his music has moved away from the band thing. It’s very hard to find in really more like a motorized wheel- Our second appe- machine-generated sound made fa- terms of professionals.” barrow — just ask the neighbors), tizer (we shared, of mous in the 80s. While making an impression on and decided that this was the night. course) was the Crostina of Mush- “It’s even more old-fashioned,” the video screen may not be a prior- It had been very hot and muggy all rooms and Cheese. That dish her- Lewis said. “We chose kind of our ity for Lewis, taking small roles on day, and the breeze was refreshing. I alded the start of the richest meal I old style that’s creatively liberat- the silver screen has had its benefits. knew where I was going, or so I have eaten in years. The crust was ing.” Wearing “his favorite color,” plaid thought. Novita’ is not exactly hard exceptionally light and fluffy. The “Plan B,” which Lewis and band MUSICIAN TURNED INVESTIGATOR...Huey Lewis takes a break from the in Back to the Future (1985) with to find, but it is nestled in such a spot dish had a thick base of goat cheese, members will promote at the A&P music scene to play FBI Agent Matheson in the thriller .com for Murder, a role Michael J. Fox, Lewis played a high that if you don’t know it’s there you smothered by sautéed mushrooms Tennis Classic on Saturday, July 21, he recently wrapped up for Omega Entertainment. school band judge. Though he said can easily miss it. In any event, I deliciously favored with herbs. We at the Sheraton Corporate Center in much was left on the cutting room found it after two large circles through should have stopped right there. Mahwah, emanates a “more rhythm floor, Lewis called his role as Ricky Westfield and Garwood, and we Between courses I noticed the and bluesy” sound, according to the Dean in Duets (2000) a great one. pulled into their lot at about 8 p.m. music. I couldn’t decide if it was new lead singer. Westfield Explodes With Two Lewis continues to receive a lot of on a Wednesday night. age or musak. I recalled disliking “We wrote songs, arranged them, offers from movie producers. Most Inside it felt cool and refreshing, some of those songs when they were road-tested them, re-arranged and recently, he wrapped up .com for Mur- and Novita’ was much nicer than I new releases and not instrumentals. re-recorded,” he said. “We used less Evenings of Top Entertainment der, in which he plays FBI Agent had imagined. The décor is a combi- The sounds were soft and, for the microphones and more microphone Matheson. nation of Italy meets Southwest, with most part, not too offensive. proximity.” By HORACE R. CORBIN and down Quimby and Elm Streets With his heart and soul grounded an Aspen ski-lodge ceiling. It is in- I ordered one of the daily specials, “Lyrically, as long as a song is true, MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN to gaze dreamily at the classic auto- in music, Lewis has watched his credibly clean. Perhaps that is be- for me the only viable that’s what matters,” said Lewis when Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times mobiles and chat with their owners. audience change and grow. choice that wasn’t on giving an overview of “Plan B.” “It WESTFIELD – Blend one night Closing off Elm Street, which is “We did tour Europe last summer the menu. It was a doesn’t have to be about anything in of sweet jazz sounds in downtown abundant with restaurants, should be and we were amazed,” said Lewis. dish of goat cheese particular, as long as it’s true.” Westfield, add an ensemble of vin- considered for future festivities, in Noting that the audience included ravioli, served “Some (of the songs) are up and tage cars, a splash of thunderous order to ensure safety of pedestrians members in their early 20s, he said in a saffron some are down. Some are humorous fireworks and a hearty helping of crossing to appreciate one of the there were “a lot of guys instead of in the rhythm and blues sense. And, patriotic songs by the top symphony vintage cars or to hear a band. young girls,” as well as two to three we’re not afraid of poking fun at in Union County. What have you Terraplane Blues, Marks & Noble blind people. ourselves,” he added. got? Two evenings of stellar enter- Jazz Trio, The Soul Searchers, Chris “This may or may not mean that we Drum machines and click tracks, tainment that Westfield should be Colaneri, and Joel Chassan made look as good as we used to,” Lewis techniques and instruments signa- quipped, “but we sound better.” ture of the band’s hits “The Heart of Rock & Roll” and “I Want A New * * * * * The 2001 A&P Tennis Classic will Drug,” have been dropped from the include Huey Lewis & The News on new sound. Lewis said his band would Saturday, July 21, at 7 p.m. at the rather focus its energy on the sound Sheraton Corporate Center. Randy of “musicians playing with each Travis and The Doobie Brothers will other.” also be spotlighted during the event. Shying away, but not shunning Individual tickets may be purchased what he calls a “literal translation” in advance through TicketMaster. of songs in music videos, Lewis Other tickets may be obtained by Carol F. Davis for The Westfield Leader and The Times knows that, “when kids listen to pop calling the Tournament Office at today, the visual is more important.” (201) 825-9100. For more informa- He told The Leader and The Times cause it was basically empty. No broth, with sun-dried tomatoes and tion, please visit that while he wouldn’t turn down patrons, no crumbs. If you don’t pesto. What’s not to like? When it www.tennisclassic.com. enjoy crowds, and crave individual arrived, I saw the five ravioli ar- making a music video for “Plan B,” service, this was the perfect time to ranged perfectly on another wonder- he would rather have viewers pick up go. ful piece of china. The dish was more the music’s vibe than focus on the After asking us if we had called for filling than it appeared. It was a little images flashing before them. a reservation (we didn’t), we were on the salty side, but I think that it For Lewis, the true test of produc- led to our table. I easily spotted a originated in the pesto, which, by the ing successful music comes when party of five in the front, and a solo Continued on Page 17 band members ask themselves, “Not Artist of gentleman diner in the opposite rear how does the audience like it, but corner. I immediately thought that I should have brought my mother David Palladino’s along. You never know — this could the Week have been an opportunity. proud of. shoppers stop in their tracks to ap- Our server was courteous, and Music Corner Tuesday night, Downtown preciate the fine musical skill dem- promptly took our drink order. The Music Corner Westfield Corporation (DWC) kicked onstrated by the jazz ensembles. tables were set with white linens, off its Sweet Sounds Downtown fes- DWC Executive Director Sherry and the menus were delivered Mega-Voice Featured tivities for the month of July. After Cronin told The Westfield Leader promptly. One glance told me that dining bistro-style in the heart of the and The Times of Scotch Plains- this was a higher-end Italian fare, town, diners and visitors traveled up Fanwood that she was pleased with with pasta dishes beginning at around At Opera Festival of NJ the turnout. She noted that the num- $14. When the server told us about ber of attendees was significant when By DAVID PALLADINO the specials, she didn’t bother to Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Continued on Page 17 quote prices. That always concerns PRINCETON – The Opera Festi- me just a bit. val of New Jersey (OFNJ) is offering Thinking that we were hungrier their largest production yet this sum- than we were, we agreed to order two mer season at the McCarter Theater appetizers and two entrees. We or- in Princeton — Puccini’s grand op- PenPen && InkInk dered, the bread came, and we dug era Turandot. in. The bread tasted a bit like sour- The opening of the opera featured dough, and it was slightly warm. the debut of a splendid woman, Anna Toy Stores Stocked With Military There’s never enough butter for my Shafajinskaia from the Ukraine, who husband. That’s another story. will surely become known as at least Martin Sheen I selected the Stagione Salad, Guns, Dolls Sends Mixed Message one of the major voices of the de- which was served on a gorgeous cade. “Daddy, when I pull the trigger, you’re supposed to die! Die, daddy, dish. In fact, all of the dishes were She has made her North American unique and the collection was quite die!” (1940- ) debut singing this title role of Amidst one of the last aisles in a K•B Toy Works Store in South By MICHELLE H. LePOIDEVIN beautiful. The assortment of greens Specially Written for The Westfield Leader and The Times Turandot and literally floored not Plainfield, a mother and her baby girl eyed packages of dolls in pretty was accompanied by a honey bal- only the audience, but all of the One would never guess that the samic dressing. This was clearly not opera-savvy present to witness the pink dresses that did everything from burping to somersaults. The man who plays the President of the bottled honey balsamic. The fresh miracle. husband and his five-year-old son, at the other end of the aisle, were United States on television once slept taste of the honey, while a little choosing between the MP-28 Machine Pistol Set and the .45 Automatic on a sidewalk grate inside the nation’s Anna Shafajinskaia Pistol. After his father said, “Well, this one has more firing power and capital. Martin Sheen, born Ramon ammo,” the young Rambo decided which one he liked best. Estevez in Dayton, Ohio, slumbered there to raise money for the home- Turandot, by the great Giacomo While his sister and mother were still choosing less. Puccini, is the story of a Chinese between Singing Bathtime? Bouncing Baby and Baby In fact, Sheen, the father of Emilio princess who will marry the first man Mini Muffin, the boy flew Estevez, Carlos or Charlie Sheen, to answer her three riddles. Many toward his sister’s stroller, and Ramon and Renee Estevez, never have lost their lives in trying, but lets his celebrity status stand in the Calaf is determined to succeed. When way of fighting for issues closest to he does, it is up to Turandot to figure his heart. Whether he is demonstrat- out his name so that he must accept ing against nuclear warfare or pro- the fate of death as well. testing U.S. sanctions against Iraq, Ms. Shafajinskaia was destined to Sheen has been cuffed, but proudly. play Turandot. She possesses a cha- gun in hand, raised it to- So, while most celebrities use their risma and star-power that is not only status to sell cans of soda or a brand inescapable, but it simply hits you in ward her head, cocked the of deodorant, he is striving for world the face. With confidence and assur- trigger and roared, “Now you peace. ance, she initially belted out her three have to die!” In movies, Sheen has been praised questions, sung in the upper octave My cousin and I stood at the end of the aisle, jaws to the floor, and for his work in Firestarter with Drew of the soprano range with clarity, agreed that there are toys on the shelves that should not be used to Barrymore, Wall Street with his son, volume, musicality. Charlie, and The American Presi- Commenting after the performance entertain children. What ever happened to educational toys that fur- dent with Michael Douglas. He over- to have based her musical interpreta- thered the imaginations of children and encouraged learning? worked himself in 1979, however, tion of the role after that of mega- Keep in mind that these military figures and paraphernalia are not when he took a role of a military soprano Bridgitte Nielsson, her mu- gender-specific. The “Kat 12” Action Figure can assure you of that. assassin in Francis Ford Coppola’s sical presentation highlighted phras- Manufactured by Blue Box Toys, “Kat comes with complete accesso- Apocalypse Now. When Sheen suf- ing that was beyond perfect. fered a massive heart attack, he de- The soprano has already portrayed ries, including weapons.” Her selling points, according to Blue Box, cided to rejuvenate his life by taking the role with the Welsh National reveal that Kat is “trained specifically for survival warfare.” (That things a little slower. Opera and at the Opera Royal de should help her defend herself against those pesky stuffed animals at A man of many miniseries Wallonie and will be performing the tea parties). “Kat is equally expert in the jungle or desert. She’s also an (“Kennedy”-NBC, 1983, (“That Cer- role at the Royal Opera House, expert with camouflage and a highly effective sniper.” (This should tain Summer”-ABC, 1972, and Covent Garden, New Orleans Opera, “Blind Ambition”-CBS, 1979), Sheen and Teatro San Carlo di Napoli. She prepare your little girl for that bully at recess). “Equally skilled with got his first big break when offered has also performed the role of Tosca explosives and hand to hand combat, Kat is one secret agent you the leading role in The Subject Was opposite Luciano Pavarotti and will Continued on Page 17 Continued on Page 17 Continued on Page 17 CYAN YELLOW MAGENTA BLACK