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USFSMB2O Publlihed OUR 105th YEA Second Cla» Falaap Paid at WotfleM. N J. Thursday, November 24,1994 Every Thursday 232-4407 FORTY CENTS REPRESENTATIVE FRANKS CALLS CONCEPT INSIGNIFICANT Agency's Plan to Reroute Planes Called Unacceptable to Reduce Air Traffic Noise Problem Proposal Would Shift Patterns Away From County; Opposition Group Wants Airlines to Fly Over Ocean A proposal by the Federal Aviation Aircraft noise first became an is- study included the agency's first rec Administration to reroute aircraft, sue in 1987 when the aviation agency (inimendatiun to address the prob- presently flying over eastern Union implemented its Expanded Hast Coast lem. County, to the north and central part Plan which rerouted airplanes in or- One of those who spoke at the of the state was declared unaccept- der to reduce delays at Newark and hearing was Representative Robert able by county residents and elected John F. Kennedy International Air- D. Franks, who represents the Sev- officials during a public hearing ear- ports and LaGuardia Airport. enth Congressional District, which lier this month. Kennedy and LaGuardia airports are includes West field, Scotch Plains and The agency's new plan would re- both located in the Borough of Queens [•'unwood, who said he docs not be- route airplanes over wide sections of in New York City. lieve the agency's proposal will pro- the state in order to provide some Residents as far as 40 miles from vide "comprehensive relief" to solve 19,000 residents of the western por- the closest airporl complained of in- the aircraft noise problem. tion of the county relief from the creased jetliner noise over their Representative Franks called the William A. Burks for The WestlletdLeader noise. That number, the agency has SPORTS MlNDED...Former Westfield High School sports stars were inducted into the school's first ever Hull of Fame homes. The agency is said to have agency'sclaim that itsproposal would during a dinner held November 21 at The Weslwood in Carwood. Among those inducted, left to right, were: Frank indicated, would account for 40 per first denied there was a problem. not increase noise in some ureas of Jackson, a 1970 wresllingchampion; Dave Ivf orash, a former star on the foolbali and wrestling teams; Joe VVIendl, a state cent of those county residents who It released a revised environmental the state "preposterous." In addition, wrestling champion in 1964; Gary Kehler, the former head roolball and wrestling coach, and Chris Campbell, a state are subjected to the aircraft noise. study in September in response to a he was quoted as saying the agency's wrestling champion under Kehler in 1973. Please see story and another picture on Page 11. An alternative proposal put for- directive by Congress in 1990. The COmiHUED ON PAGE ID ward by the New Jersey Coalition Against Aircraft Noise calls for the aircraft to have their routes shifted Board Expected to Seat Fifth Anniversary Passes With Few over the Atlantic Ocean. The plan is said to have been developed by a consultant who once was employed Mr. Toriello as New Member Clues Into Mr. Wunderle's Murder by the aviation agency. The agency as said such a proposal He Will Fill Seat of Robert H. Flast Who Resigned is not a solution since it would simply Morris County Prosecutor's Office Looking Into New Information in Case shift the problem to some 460,000 The Board of Education was ex- soon as possible" was staled loud and Five years have pnssed since the later in a Manhattan parking garage. lo the method in which he was shot. residents of Ocean County and the pected to name John M. Toriello to clear. murder of Westfield resident Robert Authorities have said blood stains Thomas Critchley, the AssislantPros- southern part of the state. The the board Tuesday night, after The "John Toriello's name emerged ;is E. Wunderle, a supermarket chain inside the car have indicated the ve- ecutor for Morris County, has re- agency's representatives told those Westfield Leader went to press, to a logical choice for the live-month executive, and police still have not hicle was used in the murder. The car fused to comment on whether orga- attending the November 14 hearing replace Robert H. Flast who resigned appointment," she staled."lam happy been able lo come up with any sig- had been parked in the garage at nized crime members may have been in Cranford the coalitions proposal last week. A full report of the meeting to report he agreed to servo. John nificant leads, although new infor- 12:12 a.m. on November 16, 1989. Involved in the case. would have aircraft fly over the ocean will be published in next week's brings to the board the needed expe- mation has surfaced in the case. Although the time of the murtlw "'• l'"1A'e%rdtngtopublishecl'reports,Mr. umillhey reachedthetlmtfcgat Inlet Leader:-- -•- rience af a time when we arc faced Mr. Wunderle's body was found in has been put at sometime after mid- Wunderle left his home the morning in Ocean County where they would Mrs. Susan H. Pepper, Board Presi- with some very important decisions a drainage ditch a half-mile from night, the location still remains a of November 15,1989 to head to his start flying over land at 20,000 feet in dent, said it was necess'ary "to get — we arc in the midst of a bond Interstate No. 80in Rockaway Town- mystery.Authorilicshavesaiditcould job as Vice President of Public Af- altitude. someone with experience on board as referendum to build needed class- ship on November 16, 1989. He had have occurred in Woodbridge, fairs at the Wood bridge-based Super- Agency officials have indicated the quickly as possible." rooms and provide capital improve- been shot once in the heart from just Rockaway Township or some place markets General Corporation, the plan would only provide relief for Mrs. Pepper said that, in conversa- ments to our facilities, and we arc two feet away, Ihe Medical in-between. parent firm of Pathmark Supermar- 685,000 residents in Union, Essex, tions with board members after Mr. beginning to develop a school budget Examiner's office revealed. Authorities have speculated but not kets and of Rickel Home Centers. Middlesex, Monmouth and Morris Flast's resignation last Tuesday for for next year. His past service on the His car, a 1989 Mercury Grand concluded that Mr. Wunderle was The company has since been split Counties. personal reasons, the need lor ap- board will enable him lo provide in- Marquis LS, was located Iwo months murdered by a professional killer due into two separate firms under the pointment of a board member "as put without delay to our deliberations Pathmark and Rickel names. and decisions." she said. Mr. Wunderle, who was 45 at the "I lis insightful quest ions and inde- lime of his death, was said to have pendent views were assets toll ic board Giants Rename Brown informed his wife, Mrs. Susan Party Stop's Front Sign in decision-making in the past when Wunderle, the day of the killing that I served with him and will K' in Ihc he was going to a business meeting at future." the Hoard President contin- As Starting Quarterback ued. CONTINUED ON PAGE W Approved by Zone Board According to law, the Board of Former Westfield Football Star Replaces Kent Graham Education isempowercd to appoint a Free-Standing One for Side of Building Rejected replacement when a board mcnibei First he was in, than he was out and followed a 38-10 whipping at the By JEANNE WHITNEY pages of photographs and read a lengthy resigns. If that appointment is not now he is in again. hands of the defending two-time Su- SprmMyWrillrnfm Thr We.ttfitM UaJrr prepared statement comparing Wcslficld made within 6(1 days of Ihc resigna- In a nutshell, that has been the life per Bowl Champion Dal las Cowboys. The Board of Adjustment made clear lo Brooklyn. tion, Ihc County Superintendent of of Westfield native Dave Brown in The change did little to boost the its intention on Monday night at its regu- Oilier neighbors referred lo Ihe pres- Schools is empowered to make Ihe the role of starting quarterback for struggling offensive unit as the team larly scheduled meeting lo outlaw free- ence of asbestos on ihe Dumancic prop- appointment. The appointed board the football Giants. fell to the Arizona Cardinals, 10-9, standing signs in town. erty, something over which Mrs. CONTINUED ON PIGE to Brown was the team's first-round on November 13. "I am unaltcrbly opposed to this sign," Hcrbcrich pointed out the hoard bas no pickintheNational Football Leagued Despite his struggles as a first-year Chairman, Mrs. Mary D. Hcrberich, said authority. Supplemental Draft in 1992. He starter, Brown has received the en- in response to a request by Bruce E. The Dumancics warn to build a twa- started three games in his first season couragement of Westfield residents Campbell for signage in front of The slory, 12-foot deep kitchen and bedroom but was a backup most of last season and of his former coach at Westfield Party Stop's new slore in the former extension just five-and-a-half feet from Wyckofrs Steak House building at 932 their property line, in keeping with the for Phil Simms. High School, Ed Tranchina, who now South Avenue. existing side-yard. He won the job during the pre- serves as Athletic Director. Mrs. Herberich even submitted a pho- Kenneth Sullivan of 205 East Dudley season over Kent Graham after the Tranchina told reporters prior to tograph to the board from an article in The Avenue was granted a rear yard setback two battled for the starting job fol- the Arizona game that he felt the New York Titties, illustrating another variance tobuild aone-story, 500-square- lowing the retirement of Simms, a quarterback change would only be town's streets with rows of eclectic foot addition to the rear of his house over future Hall-of-Famer. temporary as not even Miami Dol- signage, suggesting the same could hap- the objection of his neighbors. Mr. and Simms had lead the team to victory phin quarterback Dan Marino could pen here. Mrs. David Coburn. Two other neigh- ignite the Giant offense. Marino has According to Mr. Campbell, the 28- bors, one of with whom he shares a com- over the Denver Broncos in the 1987 mon driveway, had no objections. Super Bowl and to the divisional play- been one of the National Football year family owned business on Central Robert E. Wunderle Avenue hopes to open the newly painted According lo James E. Flynn, a offs last season. He retired after team League's elite quarterbacks since the Colonial-style structure by January. When Westfield lawyer representing Mr. representatives announced they no early 1980s. Mr. Campbell claimed the building is Sullivan, the house has a 63-foot-rcar- longer could afford his contract un- Brown's former coach said the Curbside Recycling difficult lo spot while driving, Mrs. yard in a zone that created H5-lool-rcar der the new salary cap rule. Brown problem was not with the quarter- Hcrberich described every applicant for yard requirements in 1989, which was six started the team's first nine games back so much as the offensive line Set for Tomorrow signage as making the same claim. There years after Mr. Sullivan bought ihe house. this season. Aller a quick 3-0 start, he which, it should be noted, lost several The Public Works Department is currently a 20-foot-by-3()-inch sign That zone was created, Mr. Flynn said, Id struggled along with the rest of the players from last year's team due to has announced that curbside recy- next to the primary entrance onthesideof avoid parceling off of deep properties far squad and lost their next six games at free-agency. the building. development. cling will take place on both the When every member of the board Mr. Flynn also said lhat the Master which poinl Coach Dan Reeves re- Gary Kehler, the Blue Devils coach northside and ihe southside of John M. Toriello moved him as the quarterback in fa- voiced disfavor for the proposed 16- CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 from 1961 to 1982 and Athletic Di- Westfield this Friday, November square-fool free-standing sign, Mr. vor of Graham. The coach's derision rectorfrom 1982 to 1983, was quoted 25. Campbell amended his request fora vari- as saying the team should have stuck ance lo simply move the current sign from its side location lo the front of the DEADLINES HELP building and away from the primary en- PAPERS SERVE YOU trance as required. This change was granted by the board, with Neil Sullivan Those preparing press releases lor dissenting. The board saidThc Party Stop submission lo The WeslJJehl I^cmler or could have the street address nu mbcrs on The Times arc reminded al I copy should both the side and front of the building. be in Ihc hands of Ihe Editor al 50 Elm Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Dumancic of 315 Sued, Wcslficld. by 4 p.m. on ihc North Chestnut Street asked for a con- Friday before Ihe Thursday on which tinuance of their application for a side- they wish it lo appear. yard variance when five neighbors ob- Leader rclcasesalso may be mailed jected to it. One neighbor provided eight lo Post Office Box 250. Weslfield. 07091. and Times releases lo Post Of- fice Box 368. Scotch Plains. 07076, lo meet the above requirements. l:or events which happen Ihc week- end prior HI publication, press releases should reach the Editor by Monday or the week of publication at 10 a.m. Obituaries wi II be laken until Tues- day at 5 p.m. Porcvcnls «hich ate planned weeks 1IY CANDLELIGHT...Thc Miller-Cory House Museum will conduct a Bay- or months in advance, we encourage berry Candlelight Tour on Friday, December 9. Visitors to the museum will be 30 submission of stories as early as pos- greeted by costumed doccnls and luminaries that willli| League softhall and baseball leagues. Monday, December 5, at Robby's the newly established Westfield Hall of October Rainfall Was Lowest Firehouse Eatery and Banquet Cen- Fame for athletes and is a published au- Mr. Hobbie is a past Director of the ter, and for the second year she will thor of a book on the history of Westfield Dartmouth College district enrollment appear in the Union County nrls Fes- football. program for central New Jersey and a "1 have long been interested in giving past President of the Tri-County In Union County Since 1963 tival with Clint Holmes at the Union c County Arts Center on Sunday, De- something back to Westfield for civic Dartmouth Club c New Jersey. He is a Rainfall in October was the second month was 77 degrees fahrenheight and cultural purposes," Mr. Hale stated. member of the American Bar Associa- on October 9 with the low of 30 cember II. The show will start at 4:30 lowest recorded for the month, ac- p.m. •The Weslfield Foundation offers a fine tion, the New Jersey Bar Association and cordingto Professor Raymond J. Daly degrees on June 28. The highest tem- way for me and other Westfield citizens the Union County Bar Association. at the United States Cooperative perature on record for the month was to meet that goal, and I look forward to Mr. Senus has been employed for the Weather Station at Union County 87 degrees in 1979 with the record Resolve to Mark continuing to serve as its President." past eight years by the Leukemia Society College in Cranford. low of 22 degrees set in 1982. The Mrs. Picou is currently the Program of America, Inc., a national voluntary average temperature for October was Manager for Westficld'sMainStrcet pro- health agency in its national office in Rainfall for the month was 1.09 Its 20th Year gram. She and her husband, Glenn, and New York City as Senior Vice President inches compared to the record low of 54 degrees. Resolve Community Counseling their two daughters. Dominique and Ali- for Finance and Administration. He is a .37 inches in 1963. The average for The highest daily average tempera- cia, are committed volunteers in many graduate of Clark son College, attaining a the month is three and a half inches. ture was 64 on October 20 with the Center, Inc. in Scotch Plains is cel- Westfield activities. She is a past Presi- bachelor of arts degree and served two The greatest October rainfall on low daily average of 47 degrees on ebrating its 20th anniversary serving dent of the Friends of the Westfield Li- years in the United States Army, com- record was 7.14 inches in 1990. October 28. The maximum average the needs of citizens from the sur- brary as well as the Civic Group's fund- pleting his reserve commitment with the The total rainfall through October was 67 degrees with the minimum rounding communities by hosting an raiser for the Building Fund Campaign rank of Captain. was 41.10 inches which was slightly average of 40 degrees. Open House Celebration in the Committee for the Westfield Library. Mr. Senus and his wife, Eleanor, and Hamilton House, 1830 Front Street, She has also been President of the their town sons have lived in Westfield ahead of the period in 1993 of 39.99 The highest relative humidity for Mrs, Michele M. Picou the month was 100 per cent on dates Scotch Plains. College Women's Club of Westfield and since 1971. He has been a Trustee of the inches. The greatest participation a Trustee of the Westfield United Fund Westfield Foundation since 1986. He has through the month was 56.95 inches with the minimum of 67 per cent Staff and Board of Director mem- bers will welcome the public Friday, and the United Way of Eastern Union also served as Treasurer of Chemical in 1989. recorded on October 17. The average County. People Task Force of Westfield since its The maximum temperature for the humidity per day for the month was December 9, from 3 to 6 p.m. Re- A member of the Junior League of inception 1984, 66.64 per cent. freshments will be served. Elizabeth and Plainfield, Mrs. Picou has Since 1970, he has been a member of Resolve is a private, non-profit been Communications Director and Pub- the American Institute of Certified Pub- J&M MEATS* community counseling center which lic Relations Committee Chairman. lic Accountants and the New York State CATERING provides professional, affordable, Her long-standing interest in politics Society of Certified Public Accountants MARKET therapeutic services to youth, indi- was evidenced by her participation in the and is currently serving on its Exempt 407 SOUTH AVC, WEST IH MOUNTAIN AVE. viduals and families from Scotch Charles L. Hardwick for Governor cam- Organizations Committee. MOUNTAINSIDE, N.J. WESTFCLO,NJ. Plains, Fanwood and surrounding paign and as Coordinator of the Political Mr. Senus was elected to the Westfield JK communities in centra! New Jersey. Action Committee contributions for the Board of Education in 1980 and served as 232-0402 233-4955 Resolve works with people from Robert D. Franks forCo tigress campaign. Board President from 1982 to 1986. He all social and economic levels to pro- She is currently completing a year as Co- also served on the board of the United Chairmanofthe Westfield Bicentennial's Fund of Westfield, as coach in the Little We Are Now Taking Orders For vide the means to maximize their Public Relations Committee. potential and to cope with the prob- League, in various volunteer positions in Mrs. Picou is a graduate of Louisiana the Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, as a lems and pressures of everyday life. State University with a Bachelor of Arts member ofthe Knights of Columbus and UPCOMING HOLIDAYS For more information, please call Degree in Journalism and English and a L*gs of Lamb as a volunteer with the Westfield Day Fra«h Btef Briskets 322-9180. Bachelorof Fine Arts honors graduate of Care Auxiliary. 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THE GREEN TOUCH...Mrs. Joanne Krueger of Westfield, right, received the Award for Excellence recently at the annual Master Gardener Field Day held recently at Cook College, a part of Rutgers University, She was recognized for, her outstanding volunteer service to the Union County Master Gardener Program by Rutgers Cooperative Extension.Agriculture Program Associate, Great Reasons To Join The Mrs. Madeline Flahive, left, and Master Gardener Association of New Jersey »ld Volunteer Rescue Squad President, Edwin Irving. JOHN J. VISCI, M.D., F.A.A.P. Dispatcher is pleased to announce his association U) No ResMencsy Required - Members on duty at buWdaio, with STEVEN MOSKOWITZ, M.D., F.A.A.P. • FtadMe dirty a Be the Vital Link Between the Crisis and the Care. from 4 to 12 noun. and Q Weefcemtsnot required. • Training Provided. PATRICIA RUIZ, R.N.C., M.S.N., P.N.P. • Free rtite certified EMT ofthe A* D training. • Weekdays 2 Hr. Shifts - Daytime Help Needed M-F. • State of the art eoulp- PEDIATRIC CENTER Convenient, centrally located office features Q Over 2/100 emergency separate sick and well waiting and play areas. calls a year, Evening and most weekend appointments available. a Shifts vary. Participating in most major HMO plans. We have privileges at St. Barnabas Medical Center and Overlook Hospital. Put Yourself In the Picture. 556 CENTRAL AVENUE Make A NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ 07974 233-2501 Difference! 908-508-0400 Thursday, November 24,1994 Pace 3 Prosecutor Investigating Bias Incident at Town's High School The Union County Prosecutor's He said students and staff need to told a reporter the school has always Office is trying to determine the per- discuss the incident and exchange had a good relationship between its son or persons who were responsible their ideas on how the school should white and black students. for defacing Westfield High School react to the act. He said inappropriate Mr. Carey was the first administra- with anti-semitic and anti-black mes- responses to the bias incident "will tor to notice the graffiti when he sages last week. Swastikas and racial not be tolerated." arrived at 7:40 a.m. on November 17. slurs were marked onto the outside of Assistant Principal, Stewart Carey, building on either November 16 or 17. Prosecutor Andrew K. Ruotolo, Jr., a Westfield resident, said bias cases Optimist Club Essay Contest are at a minimum in the county but that when such an incident occurs, his office "pounces" on it. Deadline Is December 15 Assistant Prosecutor Richard The Optimist Club of Westfield is to the district competition where it Rodbart, the Legal Assistant for the sponsoring an Essay Contest entitled wil I be judged against otherclub win- county's bias unit, told a reporter he "Freedom, Our Most Precious Heri- ning entries from the district. is checking to see if there is any tage." All high school sophomores, The first-place district winner will relation to the incident and an epi- juniors and seniors are eligible to receive an expense-paid, four-day trip sode of a television series aimed at participate, according toGlenn Picou, to the Freedoms Foundation in Val- teenagers which dealt with a similar Optimist Club coordinator, for the ley Forge, Pennsylvania in July for incident. The episode aired Novem- contest. the Freedom and Leadership Confer- ber 16. The club will select a first-, sec- ence.The district winner's essay will The graffiti was sandblasted off ond-and third-place winner for the be submitted to the Optimist Interna- the building by janitorial workers at local contest, and the first-place en- tional Contest, and the first-, second- 8:40 a.m. on November 17 after po- try will automatically be forwarded and third-place international winners lice and school officials had taken will be awarded scholarships of photographs. . December 2 Program $5,000, $3,(XX) and $2,0O0, respec- The school's principal, Dr. Robert tively. Petix, made a special announcement To Explore Spirituality All essays must be original and be over the public address system to "Examining the !2-Step Program submitted by Thursday, December SANTA'S COMING...The annual tree-lighting ceremony will be held Sunday, November 27, at the Weslfield train students alerting them to the inci- 15. Westfield High School students station on North Avenue. Recorded music and live music by the Westfkld Community Band, weather permitting, will from the Spiritual Perspective" will dent. School administrators met with be the topic of a seminar to be given can obtain information and applica- include traditional holiday selections and carols between 5 and 6 p.m. Mayor Garland C. "Bud" Boothe, Jr. will light the tions from the College and Career tree at 5:15 p.m., and Santa will arrive at 5:30 p.m. on a fire truck and will distribute candy canes to youngsters, courtesy several students, both white and black, on Friday, December 2, from 9 a.m. of Unity, Neighborliness, Integrity, Charity and Opportunity (UNICO), an Italian fraternal organization. This tradi- to help them cope with the incident. to 4 p.m. by the National Council on Resource Center. Other students can tional event for families is cosponsored by the Weslfield Area Chamber of Commerce and UNICO, with the cooperation Mr. Ruotolo said the case was es- Alcoholism and Drug Dependence contact Mr. Picou at 654-6016. of members of the WestfleM Public Works, Fire a nd Police Departments. Piclu red is a scene from a previous year's event pecially troubling to him because it of Union County, Inc. at h office at Optimist International isone of the occurred on school property which 3O0 North Avenue, East, Westfield. largest and most active service orga- he said should be "an island where Taught by Charles Currie, Chief of nizations, with over 160,000 mem- tolerance is preserved." Prevention in the Division of Alco- bers in 4,200 Optimist Clubs in the Representative Franks Says States Dr. Petix was quoted as saying the holism, Drug Abuse and Addiction United States, Canada and other na- incident gives the school's staff the Services of the New Jersey Depart- tions. Carrying the motto "Friend of perfect time "to discuss the greater ment of Health, the course costs $45 Youth," Optimist Clubs conduct ser- Should Get Funding for Mandates problem of racism and anti-semitism in advance and $50 at the door. vice projects which reach five mil- in our society." To register, please call 233-8810. lion young people each year. Representative Robert D. Franks, for all mandates it imposes on state The New Jersey congressman, just representing the Seventh Congres- and local governments. elected to a second term, said such sional District which includes West- Representative Franks, speaking to mandates have ended up creating a field, Scotch Plains and Fanwood, the conservative National Taxpayers "national property tax" si nee the costs has said the new Republican con- Union, said federal mandates that associated with the federal require- trolled House of Representatives and come without funding place a heavy ments are paid out of local budgets in the Senate next year should adopt a burden on the state and municipali- every state in the country. FLEMINGTON'S constitutional amendment that will ties, undermine local autonomy and He said it has been estimated that force the federal government to pay impose a "one size fits all" mentality the extra cost to local property taxes that does not work. nationally is $500 billion a year. He COATWORLD said the Environmental Protection Agency alone has mandated which Two Kiwanis Clubs Merge cost the public and private sector $150 billion every year. "What an enormous tax on the To Sell Yule Luminaries people of this country," said Repre- Members of the Scotch Plains-Fan- minary tradition, luminaria, as it is sentative Franks. wood and Westfield Kiwanis Club called, is the placement of thecandles "The National Conference of State will be selling Luminaries at the Fan- every three to four feet, along ones Legislatures has found 172 programs wood municipal garage on Saturday, curb, street or driveway, the candles coming from Washington that require December 10, and Saturday and Sun- are lit at 5:30 p.m. on Christmas Eve. every community to participate and day, December 17 and 18, from 9 The Kiwanis candles will burn pay 100 per cent of the bill," he said. a.m. to 3 p.m. through the night," a spokesman ex- Grand The congressman said rnostof these In addition.there will be a special plained. programs have been pasted by the salesdate of Saturday, December 24, "The luminaria effect is greatly Congress in the last 10 to 15 years. from I to 3 p.m. enhanced as more and more adjoin- Representative Franks cited sev- The price of the luminaries will ing neighbors participate. There are eral extreme examples to make his still be 30 cents per unite which is a sections in town where the luminar- point. He said the Environmental Pro- candle bag and sand. Remember to ies are displayed almost as far as the tection Agency required Columbus, bring a container, a bucket or a pail, to eye can see. It is indeed a most tran- Ohio, to spend $24,000 to test for 43 carry the sand. quil and heart warming sight to be- pesticides in the drinking water that Our newest, most exciting location ever! The Kiwanis Club would also like hold. A most moving way fro each are not used in the state, while he said HERITAGE PLACE to remind all residents that in addi- household to express peace and good- Orlando, Florida, has been ordered to ROUTE 31 AND CHURCH ST. • FLEMINGTON tion to the luminary sales, they will will to all," he continued. spend $ 100,000 a year to insure that again act as a drop off station for "If you should have any questions a water flea continues to exist in its food for the Needy and DECA's about the luminaries, you can contact sewage stream. the Kiwanis Luminary Chairman *Toys for Tots" drives. The constitutional change comes * "For those of you who may not be Martin Fafette at 889-7791," he added. as the Republicans, fresh from the familiar with this long time local lu- election victory which gives them control of the House and Senate, have urged other changes in the Constitu- Representative Franks on Panel tion. These include a balanced bud- get constitutional amendment and a change in the United States Constitu- Eyeing Capitol Space Needs tion to allow school prayer. Representative Robert D. Franks ficient and less expensive." Also speaking to the taxpayers of the 7th Congressional District of Representative Gingrich said the group was Jersey City Mayor and New Jersey, which includes 10 members of the transition team former Westfield resident, Bret Westfield, Scotch Plains and are in the process of examining the Schundler, who preached his mes- Fanwood, a member of the House various areas of responsibility Re- sage of returning control of govern- Republican transition team, said No- publicans will control as the majority ment services and functions to the vember 16 he has been given respon- party. people. sibility to examine whether all of the These include the operations of the Mayor Schundler spoke about his congressional office space is being Clerk of the House, the Sergeant-at- proposals for school vouchers, wel- used efficiently. Arms, the Doorkeeper's Office, the fare reform and turning garbage col- Representative Franks, appointed general counsel, the director of non- lection over to private contractors to the 10-member task force by Rep- legislative affairs, the House infor- through bids on the neighborhood resentative Newt Gingrich, Republi- mation systems and parking. level. can of Georgia, the probable incom- ing Speaker of the House, said he and several staffers will examine the way the House office buildings and the MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR DISCOVER A WHOLE NEW space in the Capitol is allocated and HAPPY THANKSGIVING EXCITING WEEKEND SHOPPING! WAVE OF COAT SHOPPING! hiake recommendations for change. 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School Board Urged to Come Up Drive for Coats With a Better Plan Than Building By Realtors Given Now that the general election is behind Why new conjunction that won't be Overwhelming Support The Official Newspaper of the Town of Westfield and the County oT Union us, our Mayor and Assemblymen can and ready until the peak enrollment is upon The Community Service Committee s hould work to ease the mandates placed us? of the Westfield Board of Realtors would — Establish** 1S9O — on the school boards that spend money Why not a combination of portables like to thank all the members of the pub- Member of the New Jeoey Press Association • Member of Ihe Nibcmal Newspaper Association • needlessly. and Lincoln School? Second Class Postage Paid at Wcslfkld. New J«wy lic, along with it own board members, for In the meantime, if we are going to Why not tell the Elm Street property? the many donations of coals and jackets hold our taxes down or even reduce (hem, The money can be used for capital im- to the first ever coat drive sponsored by THE TIMES it is up to us to pressure Ihe school board provements, and the property will go on the Weslfield Board of Realtors. Offldal Newspaper of the Township of Scotch Plaint and the Borough of Fwwood to practice fiscal responsibility. the tax rolls. Through the generosity of everyone, Do we need one supervisor for every — Established 19S9 — The rheloric on the up and coming over 200 coals and jackets, along with bond issue leaves more questions unan- three teachers—in the private sector one another hundred suits and slacks, will Second Class Postage Paid at Scotch Plains, New Jetwy swered then answered. supervisor for five workers is considered enable many needy in the area to better Why use statistics from 1988 to 1998 fat? survive Ihe coming winter. THE LEADER THE TIMES SUBSCRIPTIONS showing a 39 percent increase i n elemen- New Jersey voters sent a message to Local agencies benefiting from the P.O.Box 25* P.O. Box MS IK.S* a Year la Cms*? tary enrollment? Trenton. National voters have sent a mes- collection include the Westfield Neigh- » Elm Street, Westflcld, N.J. Scotch Plains, N J. #7t7« W»M « Year Out «f Cwaty If this hat been a problem since 1988, sage to Washington. Westfield voters borhood Council, Scotch Plains-Fan wood *U.«a CaHtflt SatacriptiMi 232-44*7 232-44*7 why the rush to vote now?—on Decem- mutt send a message to the school board: Human Resources, Ihe Clark Business ber 13 between budgets. Come up with a belter plan! and Professional Women's Club for a Can we use Lincoln School? It is now LJ.McHu* womtns' shelter, the Salvation Army and Kurt C. Bauer Mrs. Kathleen G. Norman Mrs. KatheriM E. Bauer being used u a school! So why not? ASSOCIATE rVMUSHC* WwuVU an AIDS shelter. rvtusHUt ADVOmSING MANAGE* The Westfleld Board of Realtors was Paul J. Peyton Michael J. Petriano, 3rd There Is No Resolution Blocking overwhelmed bythe response of the com- ADUIHISnAW/C ASSISTANT munity and look forward to having an- MANACING CDITO* other coat drive next year. Jeffrey L. Bauer Mrs. Joanna Marsh Carmdo Montalbaao Statements by School Board Members In the meantime, community partici- pation is invited at the next blood drive DMECTOt OF SALES coarnouu AND ruiuwa I feel compelled to write to correct a manner they with. blatantly incorrect statement made in a I know that my colleagueson the Board sponsored by Ihe Community Service recent letter to the editor that the Westfleld of Education share wilh me the belief that Committee on Wednesday, December 21. Board of Education adopted a resolution intelligent people can arrive at different Blood is especially needed during (he restraining members fromexpressing their conclusions based on Ihe same set of holiday season, and, hopefully, people The Public Is Turned Off By Cynicism opinions. As a member of (hi board since facts. will find it part of the spirit of the season 1992 and Chairman of its Programs and There are often differences among to give the gift of life: Their blood, the Policies Committee, I want to stale clearly board memben on many issues. Board mobile blood van will be parked at 43 And Sensationalism in the News Media and definitively that the Westfield Board members are always encouraged lo ques- Elm Street, Westfield. from 9 a.m. to 5 of Education did not pass any resolutions tion, challenge and express their opin- p.m. Most people formulate their opinions on news of Congress for the first time in 40 years, ABC's binding board members from stating rea- ions. Carol Hymn events from the mass media. In what could be Peter Jennings pounded his desk in disgust. Other sons for any of their decisions. The diversity of opinions on the school Executive Officer I wish that the board had reached unani- board reflect* ihe diversity in Ihe com- WntneM Hoard of Realtors called the age of sensationalism and cynicism in reporters were dismal in their deliveries on Ihe mous agreement on the bond proposal; munity. This ii an asset. the media, Americans are beginning to second election results, as well. These reporters are sup- however, everyone respects the right of However, there are situations when it Cost of Bond Issue guess whether the story "is the truth and nothing posed to be as impartial as possible when present- all members of the Board of Education to is necessary lo maintain confidentiality. ing the news. express and clarify their opinion. The law limits these situations lo contract Seen as Negligible but the truth" or a sensationalized version to try to Every board member has been informed negotiations, personnel issues and other beat out the competition. When covering such a newsworthy event, re- of and invited to all public information matters denned in the Sumhine Law. In Bond Controversy The night O. J. Simpson was being pursued by porters need to present their stories with enthusi- meetings about the proposed bond refer- t am happy to inform readers that the My family moved lo Westfield from asm and with an unbiased analysis of the election endum. Board members who did not vote WeslfieU Board or Education has a strong New York City two and a half years ago. police along a California highway this past June, i n fa vor of the bond proposal have written commitment to the basic rights of board The primary factor in our search for the the news media became part of the story when a results. Slanting newscasts and newspaper articles a number of letters to the editor. Each members concerning freedom of speech. right place lo live in this area was an has always been frowned upon by most journalism board member has and will continue lobe Eileen SaUin, Member exceptional school system for our son. dozen or so helicopters video recording the event free to express and to clarify any and all professors. Wcstftrid Board of Education We fell we found that place in Westfield. almost crashed into each other. of their decisions at any time and in any Politics aside, the media are entitled to cover a Although the taxes in (own are high, Some reporters these days are so caught up with our belief — one (hat I feel is shared by news story as completely and accurately as pos- virtually everyone who chooses (o raise trying to create an "exciting" story that they refuse Republican Freeholder Winners Pledge sible. There is nothing wrong with providing fac- children in Weslfield — is that taxes to let the truth surface by itself. Whether it be a spent to support an exemplary school tual information so the statements of public figures murder trial or for that matter the debate over To Have Continuing Voter Dialogue system are funds that will be repaid many not be printed as if they were the gospel truth. We want lo thank everyone who sup- limes over in the future. The benefits to health care, everyone involved is a suspect in our We look forward to Ihe challenges of be derived from these expenses are ap- The news business is not something to be taken ported our Republican campaign, worked Ihe Freeholder Board: Holding the line media's eyes. It has become an "accuse first and for our election and voted for us on No- preciated by all taxpayers, even those lightly. Broadcast and print journalists need to on tax increases, moving forward wilh without school age children. ask questions later" type of scenario. vember 8. We also want to assure the economic redevelopment and beginning present the facts as clearly as possible and let the residents of Union County we intend to lo aggressively market our county, We The Board of Education is now asking This cynicism is severely damaging the reputa- public form their own opinions. work for all of them as we continue lo know wilh the support of all our citizens, the people of Weslfield to approve a $7.6 tion of the news media. Americans must take a step make county government smarter, smaller we can and will improve the quality of million bond issue to help maintain the There is no place for sensationalism, cynicism or quality of education that has led to back and question whether what has been reported and more sensitive. life for all (hose who live and work in slanted reporting in this business. Regaining the Since September, we have met many Union County. Westfleld students being among Ihe best is the complete unbiased story. confidence of the public should be of utmost con- residents at post offices, (rain stations, Frank H. Lehr educated in the state. From all the figures supermarkets and community events Freeholder Chairman I have seen pertaining to this issue, the Another problem is the objectivity of reporters, cern lo our press. actual yearly cost of servicing this debt is throughout our 21 municipalities. We Summit an example of which is the recent coverage of the As long as cynicism continues to present itself in listened to people's suggestions and ideas a negligible percentage of Ihe amount of Congressional races. When it became apparent how a story is reported, the messenger will con- for improving county government, shared Edwin H. Force taxes we now pay. that the Republicans would take over both houses tinue to be viewed as a cynic, also. their concerns and established adialogue Freeholder The only alternative to it that I have with them. We want lo remain accessible Cranford seen presented entails larger classes, re- Publicity Aided Us to our constituents, so we can be respon- Henry W.Kurz districting, shifting of the student popula- sive to their needs, as well as keep them FrethoMer-elect tion and elimination of facilities. I fail to informed about theircounty government. RoKlk Park see how anyone whorecognizes the value Getting Turnout to everyone of providing a quality educa- detten* For Historic Tour tion for our children is willing to make Opinions of Town's Educators Should these tradeoffs. ' •'r ' " 1" P "Four Centuries in a Weekend: A The easiest way for this much needed Journey Through Union County's Be Trusted oil Value of Bond Issue bond issue lo be defeated isif people who Home Values Will Remain the Same ' History," held on October 22 and 23, support it "And ''I'dailjr'-care about bur was a wonderful success, Each of the The public debate on the bond referen- would benefit our childrens' fine arts children's education fail lo vote. Too 16 historic house museums welcomed dum has generated a myriad of opinions. experience. often, those with negative views are the Regardless of What Happens to Bonds over 200 visitors during the week- It appears that some of those in oppo- For those concerned about extra space ones who take the trouble to make them- end. sition are willing to accept the profes- 10 to 15 years from now when it is pre- selves heard. I urge everyone concerned The debate in Westfield over the pro- If educators across the state are watch- sional opinion of the demographer, yet dicted this "bubble" of children will have posed bond issue raises many questions. Merchants and Drovers Tavern in to take the time to cast a vote in favor of ing as Ihe Governor, Mrs. Christine Todd have very little faith in the professional passed Ihrough.ask the teachers and build- this bond issue. It appears that the pro-bond group has Whitman, demands better accountability Rah way had 800 people come through abilities of Westfield's educators. ing administrators how that space will be based a setof arguments that instill fear of from municipalities, why hasn't Ihe Board the museum! It was an impressive Still others are opposed to the bond utilized. I am sure their answers will be Vincent F. MonUlbano falling house prices and classrooms of 30 of Education shown us more education- turnout enjoyed by visitors and vol- because of cost. enlightening. Westfkld or more students if the December 13th ally sound and cosl-efnciem alternatives? unteers as well. I appeal to you to put down the bill For those who feel the Board of Educa- proposal is defeated. They portray those If studies have shown, for example, On behalf of the Union County basket and visit your neighborhood tion is acting too quickly, think about Ihe Injured Son Gets against the bond as being against educa- one in The New York Times on September school. It's important to see thatourchil- children who have been in crowded class- tion. Nothing could be further from the Board of Chosen Freeholders and 21, that smaller school size is the key to Susan P. Coen, the Administrator of dren are not widgets on an assembly line. rooms for the past six years. Ithasn'tbeen Plenty of Support truth. higher scores, why has that been over- They are all entitled to individual atten- quick for them — in fact, for some it has On Surxiay, November 20, ourson was If the construction plan is so well looked? our office, I sincerely lhank you for the coverage of the weekend that you tion, according lo their own needs. ,been their entire elementary school expe- injured in his final soccer game of the thought out, please consider these ques- I've spoken to several realtors who After observing the children, talk to rience. season. We would like to thank his team tions: privately slate that home values will re- gave in The WestfieldLeader and The Times. No doubt this pre-event ar- the teachers. Ask for their professional If you question whetheror not the bond members and their families for their con- If Princeton. Chatham and Millburn main the same regardless of what hap- opinion regarding class size. Be sure to referendum is the way lo go, do your cern and support. Also, his iwo coaches have used the Kindergarten-through- pens at this bond vote. ticle helped to make the weekend the s peak with the art and music teachers and research thoroughly before deciding. I and the Westfield Rescue Squad all helped fourth-gradeorganization system in (heir The real estate values have a better success that it was. We're still getting ask them how additional classroom space urge you to seek out the opinions of the to put our minds at ease. elementary tchools and are ranked at chance of dropping after last night's tele- calls from teachers, parents and scout many highly qualified educators in the Thankfully, he's on the mend. least 10 spots ahead of Westfield, why is vised news showing our high school de- leaders. Westfield Public Schools. These are the CheersforHotspurs Division III.Thal's this configuration educationally not right faced with racial slurs and Nazi symbols. Let's Strive to Make people who spend their days with our what "sports" are all about. for us? I would think twice about moving here Barbara A. Fuller Programs Coordinator most precious resource, our children. Jane and Ktvin Maloney If the demographer showed that the after viewing that horror. This is some- What Is Good, Better What's best for the children, after all, is County oT Union Weslfleld 1995-1998 years as the "crunch time" in thing (he Board of Education should be I am a concerned parent involved in Ihe what this entire debate is about. the elementary schools, and it won't be concentrating on. Division of Parks and Recreation Westfield school system. I am writing a A yes vote for the bond isa vole for our Trust your own Instinct. Your until 1998 that these classrooms are com- Finally, in regard to the statement that letter in support of the upcoming school children. mistakes might as unit be your own, pleted, why is building the answer? the bond will only cost $47 to $65 per bond referendum. My concern is most Harvest Festival Susan Mackay instead of someone else's. If Weslfield has historically been year per home, there's just one thing to felt when I read editorials written in all Wettfttld known forits education and good schools, say: If it sounds too good to be (rue, it Help Appreciated three local newspapers that have not been Billy Wllotr why would anyone think that an alterna- usually is. in support of the bond referendum. The tive ihe board spent the same amount of The Reeves-Reed Arboretum Maria Hewitt would like to thank more than 80 options that have been presented most A Bird Not Spared investigation and time wouldchangclhat? Westfleld 1 always depend on the public schools op- volunteers, young and old, whose erating budget to solve the problems of A turkey seldom gets our thought valuable assistance made the increased enrollment for the next five Except for holidays — when bought. Vocal Opposition to ShopRite Store Arboretum's October 15 Harvest Fes- years. tival such a success. If anything, the budget will decrease And then we calculate the need Hasn't Arisen, and the Hour Is Late It is exciting to see so many volun- its available funding due to caps by the For total pounds that he will feed. teers from our local communities such state and so on. What will happen is an I recently began collecting signatures neighborhoods, increase noise, harm real asSurnmit,Chatham,Millburn, Short increase in our taxes to cover the budget And who of us could even try on a petition against the opening of the estate values, and, with 900 parking Hills, New Providence, Berkeley reduction or programs will be eliminated To look that gobbler in the eye. proposed ShopRite store on North Av- spaces, be a monstrosity. ShopRite has Heights, Madison and Westfield come along with increases in class size? enue. I have found the percentage of been arguing that none of these reasons together to support this festive family I has been slated that our taxes will Before the final judgment day people against it in the area of North violate the zoning laws. increase $62.54 a year if the bond refer- Chestnut Street is perhaps as high as 90 While I am sure the Planning Board event. endum is approved. I am also aware that When execution comes to play. per cent. has Westfield's best interests in mind, it We could not have managed the there is an existing bond currently re- And tell him eye-to-eye and face Almost all of the people I spoke to are appears to be bound by the zoning laws in various booths and activities without flected in the taxes we pay; it will end by angrily against it. They feel we do not making its decision. It the board does turn them. As we enter Ihe holiday season, the year 2000. The newbond will rollover His happiness we'll soon erase. need another ShopRite this close, since itdown, ShopRite can appeal to the courts it is inspiring to witness so many in its place, and have no great impact at Because celebration is preserved there are two in the area less than 15 which could reverse the Planning Board's people engaged in community ser- all. minutes away. They are concerned that decision. Then, ShopRite opens. vice in the spirit of giving. All of this to provide needed class- When on a platter he'll be served. North Chestnut Street will become so The oppositions ShopRileat the hear- Barbara Palnwrl rooms for elementary students, maintain- Humanity must feel the blow Ulled with speeding cars that children ings has been voiced by two attorneys Chairman ing class sixes of 18 to 25, minimal redis- will no longer be able to cross it on their engaged by a Westfield family and alocal Harvest Festival t riding and finally the preservation of art When there's no mercy we can show... way to school or that it will become business. Why can't (hey have more pub- and music rooms in most schools. lic support? Reeves-Reed Arboretum To all those turkeys in our land overrun with noisy, tractor trailers on Summit Since I have a child in the system for their way to service the store. The people of Westfield must demon- another 11 years, my hope is there are Who'll soon become some dinner planned. What I find very unsettling is the lack, strate their opposition to ShopRite in parents out there that might step forward thus far, of a serious vocal opposition to every way possible, through letters to Locally, We Must Do and vote on December 13 to preserve So, as you sit down for your feast, the store. People must assume the Plan- newspapers, in advertisements in news- what is good and strive lo make it better. Please spare one thought for him, at least, ning Board will have Westfield's inter- papers, in letters (o political leaders, Our Part to Control through signs, on bumper stickers, on Patty Mlnsky ests in mind when it makes its decision Westfleld Who gave his life so we could dine — and will deny ShopRite's application lapel buttons and in signing petitions and Government and Taxes This valiant bird of rare design, because its members know that most forwarding them to ShopRite executives Everyone agrees that taxes and gov- Wetfielders don't want ShopRite. or to anyone who can publicize the oppo- ernment have grown out of control. Visitor Appreciates — Faye DeGoff I don't think it's that simple. The Plan- sition. Former Governor James J. Florio was ning Board has to consider the issue of If ShopRite hears enough opposition voted out for his tax increases. American Flag Display whether ShopRite's proposal is permis- and displeasure from Weslfielders, it Now enters the new Governor, Mrs. I would like to offer my congratula- sible under the zoning laws of West field. could decide not to pursue their applica- Christine Todd Whitman, wilh her re- tions to whomever was responsible for Publishers of Publishers of There is ample evidence the new store tion any further. The value of popular sponsive cuts intaxesnnd expensive gov- the lovely display of American flags along would increaseair pollution,disruptquiet outcries shouldn'tbe discounted. Remem- ernment and partisan cries ring out that Park Avenue in Scotch Plains on The Westfield Leader The Times of Scotch *•» ber that Disney recently backed down on property tax increases are all her fault, Veteran's Day. Edwin Francis (1890-1891) Plains and Fanwood its plans to build a massive Civil War If mayors and member of boards of I returned over the weekend and the Edward Ralph Collins (1891) One is no more master of liis theme park in Virginia because of public education would instead accept the re- flags were no longer there, so I assume Julian Sarokin (1959-FinaI date in opinion. J.H. Cash (1892-1899) impressions than of his cough- sponsibility for local increases and make they were for the special day. Congratu- question) the hard choices that must be made (o William Anderson (1899-Final Robert Olson (Dates in question) ing or sneezing. TheopinionofWestReldersisamighly lations again. Arriving from Route No. control rising costs locally, the state and 22, it was a beautiful sight. date in question) Carl E.Anderson (Dates in question) —Madame Du Defraud resource in the fight against ShopRite its citizens will be so much better off. G.A.V. Hankison (Dates in that has hardly been tapped, It must be Doris Rabasca Jay Jedel (Dates in question) The first duty of friendship Dominlck R. Vlllane question) David Yoho (Dates in question) used. Westfleld Warren is to leave your friend his These hearings will last only a month Walter J. Lee (1910-1927) George Barthelme (1967-1976) or two longer. It's getting very late. Walter J. Lee, Jr. (1927-1990) Donald A. Foster (1976-1993) illusions. Excessive tear Is always powerless. Courage mounteth wilh occasion. James Williams William Shakeap*ara Kurt C.Bauer (1990- ) KurtC. Bauer (1993- ) —Arthur Schnitzler Westfleld Aeichylui Thursday, November 24,1994 Page 5 Every Benefit Comes at a Cost School Board Has an Obligation To the Less Fortunate Among Us To Answer Questions Put to It Exactly two years ago, I look the lib- the interim. Indeed, one hears of even I am writing this letter in response to difficult for a taxpayer to engage in a erty of offering in this column some trou- more serious deprivations, especially the article featured in the November 10 bling observations: "WeslfieM's Food among the elderly. meaningful dialogue with our elected issue of The Times entitled, "Request for officials, simply because they have no Pantry, located in the vestibule of Holy This sad picture represents the other Old Public Data Leads to Question: How children in the school system. And, more Parents Want Traditional Education, Trinity Roman Catholic Church, never side of the coin in the school-bond de- Long Must It Be KeptT written by Ellen importantly, if the school board rejects before has emptied so quickly and so bate. As we continue to deliberate this Radin your reporter and Parent-Teacher my queries because I presently have no thoroughly as it now does. The town's issue, we must remember that every ben- Basics and Discipline, Survey Shows Association Legislative and Publicity children in the school system, will my Welfare Department is swamped with efit we lavish upon our children comes at su ve r Chairman. taxes be refunded? PUMK-AO^H I > .^"CW by The by the Research and Policy Committee of requests for services. some signi ficant cost to the less fortunate ndi IonemiUed FlrM As the Scotch Plains-Fanwood Board Frank J. Festa, Jr. TWn« ^rS!! !f '' O* Committee for Economic Devetop- "A church basement serves as an emer- among us. of Education is considering cutting off Scotch Plains ,llung -s. hirst,. . . Wha—t AmencanAmericans ExuecExpect mem. According to it, "ITie first priority gency shelter for newly-homeless fami- The clergy of our church-going town from the Public Schools," is said to be » g , py the open exchange of public information, wake-upcall to policymakers and educa- of those who govern education should be lies. Westfield's churches solicit special would do well to offer us the benefit of perhaps that would explain why those tion reformers to establish learning and achievement as contributions to aid their indigent. their guidance, as we wrestle with this who are considered the opposition and the primary missions of the schools. Cur- very real ethical dilemma. According to the Executive Director "Our soup kitchen bustles with activ- correspond with the school board, are of Public Agenda, education reform rently, communities, stales and national ity. The call for food stamps is at a high." lambasted in the newspaper. government are asking those who man- Hard times for many in town have Dr. Ferdti GaJcwsU agenda are seriously jeopardized because WestfMd Must the school board be reminded they fail to address the public's main age our classrooms to be parent, social unfortunately not reversed themselves in that the First Amendment to the United concern: Making schools safe, orderly worker, doctor, psychologist, police of- States Constitution adopted December More Letters and well disciplined, and mastery of "the ficer, and perhaps, if there is time, Thanksgiving Is a Good Time 15,1791 ensures the rights of all citizens basics." teacher." to "petition the Government" which in- And Columns Putting Learning First states, "Schools She states, "...people are suspicious cludes the school board? Mrs. Lillian should solidly ground all students in lan- that reformers are promoting leaching To Remember the United Fund Dettmar, Vice President of the board guage and mathematical skills and pro- On Page 18 techniques that are fuzzy and experimen- Thanksgiving is (distinctively Ameri- blessings, Westfielders can extend the stated, "...Mr. Festa had written approxi- tal at the expense of the basics." vide them with a broad base of knowl- can holiday set aside for giving thanks for spiritof thanksgiving throughout the com- mately 20 letters to the board in recent edge in subjects such as literature, sci- thebtessingsof health, food, shelter, fam- ing year. months, and he has no children in the The survey shows "education reform ence, foreign languages, history, social faces an additional stumbling block — ily, friends and community. During the In a past edition of the Friendly Place, school system." sciences and the aits. Students should be widespread discomfort with new teach- Thanksgiving season, many West fielders a newsletter for Westfield Community As aconcernedcilizen, I do not believe able to use and apply this knowledge. ing methods that often accompany re- who recognize how much they have to be Center Senior Citizen and one of the 20 the school board should make it more form." The Public Agenda states that a Academic curse work for ill students grateful for say thank you by giving to the agencies supported by our United Fund, large number of Americans are uncom- should be rigorous and substantial." United Fund of Westfield, which helps contained the following inspirational fortable with "reforming math education The Policy Committee report further maintain the quality of life for all in the poem which we would like to share: to focus on concepts rather than role stales, "...schools are not social service community. Be thankful. learning: replacing standardized, multiple institutions; they should not be asked to We are grateful to all who have gener- Even though I clutch my blanket and Bring Us Your Holiday choice tests with new, more 'authentic' solve all our nation's social ills and cul- ously responded to the 1994 United Fund growl when the ararm rings each mom- assessments that ask students to solve tural conflicts." campaign, and we urge all who have not ing, thank you, Lord, that I can hear. problems." The survey states, "Overall, By golly, all this sounds like what yet sent in a ledge card to do so now as a There are those who are deaf. Tablecloths & Linens the public seems to have a more tradi- Parents Resisting Outcome Based Edu- sign of thanksgiving. By sharing their Even though I keep my eyes tightly tional view of what shou Id be happening cation has been saying! But, it's also closed against the morning light as long For Expert Pressing. in the classroom. They want to see stu- what mainstream America is saying. as possible, thank you, Lord, that I can dents teaming some of the same things — Those who are pro-strategic plan would see. There are many who are blind. in the same ways — that they learned in like to give the impression that "only a Author on Child Abuse Even though I huddle in my bed and school." few members of the community" are op- put off the effort of rising, thank you, posed to the plan. On the contrary, the Relays Experiences Lord, that I have the strength to rise. The Public Agenda, a nonprofit public plan does not represent the desire of the opinion research and education organiza- The Union County Club of the There are many who are bed-ridden. 5 SHIRTS FOR THE PRICE OF 4 general population. National Association of Negro Busi- Even though the first hour of my day is tion, interviewedmorelhan 1,100Ameri- The Executive Director warns, "It cans nationwide. A distinctive feature of ness and Professional Women's Clubs hectic, when socks are lost, toast is burned, IN BY 11 AM, would be a shame for reform to fall apart tempers are short, thank you, Lord, for thi s study is detai led analyses of the views for want of leadership's willingness to presented Mrs. Fatima Johnson, au- or white, black and traditional Christian thor of Falima's Miraculous Jour- my family. There are, many who are READY BY 4 PM stop and listen and give public's concerns lonely. parents. These findings occur across all the same attention and respect, the same ney, poetry reflecting her experiences demographic lines with no significant of child abuse. Even though our breakfast table never consideration, they would naturally give looks like the pictures in the magazines, disagreements among these three groups. the 'experts.'" Will the Scotch Plains- Mrs. Johnson was present to auto- What else does the survey show? and the menu is at times unbalanced, CLEANERS & LAUNDERERS Fanwood School Board heed the warn- graph her book at the National thank you. Lord, for the food we have. • Eighty-eight percent of the respon- ing? Will it open negotiations with par- 401 BOULEVARD dents (9 in 10) support not allowing stu- Westminster Bank in Roselle on No- There are many who are hungry. ents and the public to amend our Strategic vember 17. She also presented many Even though the routine of my job is dents to graduate from high school unless Plan? WESTFIELD they demonstrate they can write and speak of her in-depth, graphic views of the often monotonous, thank you, Lord, for The survey, "First Things First," shows the opportunity to work. There are many English well. Americans question whether those in world of the abused child. The book Phone (908) 232-8944 • "Eighty-six per cent say students was written about a nine-month pe- who have no job. charge of education reform really share Even though I grumble and bemoan should learn to do arithmetic "by hand" the public goals. Good question. Hope- riod of therapy, family support and Hours: Mon. - Fri. 7-7 before starting to use calculators." prayer. Mrs. Johnson stressed this my fate from day to day and wish my fully, the Scotch Plains-Fanwood School circumstances were not so modest, thank Saturday 7-5 • "African-American parents are far Board shares the same goals as those of book is not one for children unless more troubled by their local public schools you, Lord, for the gift of life. the general community, and hopefully they have parental guidance. Happy Thanksgiving! in virtually every area of performance. they are willing to compromise to reach a Seventy-seven percentof African-Ameri- Falima's Miraculous Journey is Douglas Schwarz, Chairman happy conclusion with our Strategic Plan. available for $15. Please call 1-718- can parents say academic standards in Maria Sumamkl, 1994 United Fund Campaign their schools are too low, compared to 49 Parents Resisting 392-6712 for information. United Fund of WtstfleW per cent of while parents." Outcome Bated Education Portrait 7 Innocence "Putting Learning First" is a statement Scotch Plains Numbers Don't Write Letters

To the Editor Either, People Do ProfMiienil portrait! art i wonfcrful my to While I quite agree with Michael Farrell pared to the state and region, suggesting cianirt M4 communk«U tilt •••rtuiirtMM that numbers don't lie, I might add that that our schools have done well in satis- m« iMMrty of your chilfctn. all join tor numbers don't write letters to newspa- fying the market. pers either. Mr. FarreH's "facts" in his I'd1 Mkc to oattecr wan*, othtis points •n appointment, so ymi can chtriih tl»it ieuer to TheWtstfieUUpderat Novem- that Mr. Farrell hasn't yet gotten wrong. tpwlii iMnttnU lor many ynrs to cofM. ber 17 are bluntly wrong and misleading. • Class site and spending on educa- • Westfield's expenditures per student tion do matter. are not high compared to its peers. There is considerable research which Westfield's per student spending in is remarkably consistent in demonstrat- 1992 placed it just above the middle, at ing that increases in spending on educa- 17th, of the 42 districts in its stale defined tion pays off on the bottom line, in stu- things peer group, according to the Rutgers New dent earnings and in how far they go with Jersey Legislative District Data Book, their schooling—see Card and Kreuger, 1993 Edition. Comparing Westfield to Working Paper No. 334, Princeton Uni- the national average, as Mr. Farrell does, versity, Industrial Relations, October is at best, disingenuous. A little closer to 1994 on file at the Board of Education. Contemporary crafts § unique gifts home, the 1992 New Jersey School Dis- Another case where the statistical evi- FEATURING: trict Report Card — the latest publicly dence is consistent with common sense. JEWELRY • CLOTHING • GLASS • POTTERY available to my knowledge — shows • Schoolspendinghasnotgrownfaster Summit, Madison and New Providence, than our resources, in fact, it has lagged WOOD • CARDS • AtMD MORE... among many others, spending more per behind. I COUPON 1 I COUPON 1 pupil, despite comparable, or lower, av- Over the decade of the 1980s — the erage family incomes. latest period for which 1 have consistent r • Mr. FarreH's figures on salaries and data on all of the items — spending on $10 OFF II $20 OFF , benefits are off-base. schools increased by 116 per cent, par- PURCHASE OF | | PURCHASE OF ONE JEWELRY [TEM| The 1993-1994 New Jersey School tially reflecting state-mandated teachers Boards Association Cost of Education salary and other expenses. During the $50 OR MORE | |of $100 OR MOREl Index Report, using standard and consis- same period, the average income of VALID THRU DECEMBER 4 j I VALID THRU DECEMBER 4 I tent accounting procedures, reports that Weslfielders' per capita personal income, of lAJeitfiJd Weslfield's salaries and benefits come to grew by 143 per cent and the value of the SALE ITEMS. SPECIAL ORDERS I | SALE ITEMS, SPECIAL ORDERS | 61 per cent of the curriculum budget, not average, or median, home rose by almost . * LAYAWAYS EXCLUDED , . 4 LAYAWAYS EXCLUDED i 27 East Broad Street Westfield. NJ> 80 per cent as he reports. 178 percent, while total property value in • Westfieldteachersearncompetitive, Westfield increased by 217 percent. As OPEN SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27th 908-233-6662 Never A Sitting Fee! but not excessive salaries on average. Westfield has grown more prosperous in Holiday Hours Begin December 4th While our teachers earn slightly above the 1980s and beyond, it has spent pro- Mon.-Fri., 10 AM to 8:30 PM • Sat., 10 AM to 6 PM • Sun., 12 to 5 PM the state averages, according to the New portionately less of its resources on edu- Jersey Education Department Report cation. Bluntly, we are living better and Cards, they had considerably more years yet appear to begrudge the same for our beautiful things of experience and a dramatically higher children's education. • The amount spent per student is not percentage with advanced degrees. Com- 1*31 EAST SECOND ST., SCOTCH PLAINS, N.J. 07076 (908) 322-1817 pared to our "competitors" like Summit, a measure of the efficiency of school Madison, New Providence, among oth- administration. Are ers, our teacher average salaries were If it were, we could achieve perfect higher than some, lower than others, but efficiency by spending nothing. In fact, the difference was only a few per cent efficiency means "bang for the buck," _ _ _ - ^_ You either way, and our teachers had more getting the most with the least, and experience, more advanced degrees or • Westfield has arguably done quite well by this criteria. Thanksgiving Weekend* Paying both. In business they have a saying,"you get what you pay for." We are rated in the top 20 or better of • Thereareindeedcconomiesofscale high schools statewide, we score at or Spectacular! in Westfield and efficient operations as near the top of the state and county in Too Much well. various standardized tests, we graduate a Witness the fact that the Report Card higher percentage of our students than Fri., Sat, Sun. Only • Nov. 25,26,27 noted above shows that Westfield has the state or county and more of our stu- In Taxes? fewer staff members in "overhead" posi- dents go to the best colleges and profes- This Is The One Many people think their taxes are tions as administrators, and non-certifi- sional schools, all accomplished with per cated personnel than both the region and pupil spending at near the middle of our You've Waited For too high, and they believe their tax the state, and thus more teachers per peer group. burdens may increase in the near future. Find out how the new student. The New Jersey School Board NellSheflin proposed tax law changes may affect you, by attending this Association Report shows that Wcstfield WestfleW 20% OFF free seminar-Afonei/ Matters: Tax-Advantaged Investing. Learn spends 20 to 30 per cent less of its cur- how you may reduce your tax burden through: riculum funds on administration than the Boxed Cards state and county, and less even than Many Issues Seen Holiday Gift Wrap > Tax-Free Income Mutual Funds schools of roughly its size. As compared All Christmas Ornaments tothe state, county, or othcrdistrictsof its Leading to a Yes Vote > Tax-Deferred Annuities size, Westfield spends more in instruc- We have been following the debate Tax-Advantaged IRAs tion, the same or less on operations and regarding the pending bond referendum 20% OFF maintenance, and less on fixed charges. asking voters to approve the construction Date: Wed., 11/30/94 Time: 7:30 PM • Mr. FarreH's contention and The of additional classrooms at our already All Hanukkah Place: Scotch Plains Public Library - 1927 Bartle Ave. Leader's headline about so-called high overcrowded elementary schools and are urging all those who, support Westfield's Speakers: Roger Michaud, Franklin Templeton Group professional staff ratios in Westfield is Merchandise Mike Nemeth, Dean Witter Reynolds wrong. tradition of quality education to vote yes Reserve your seat by calling 1-800-347-5018 Ext. 8456 The New Jersey Report Card shows on December 13. (except cards) that Westfield has a smaller percentage Although both our children have gradu- I of its staff in non-certificated and educa- ated from Westfield's public schools, we Dean Witter Reynolds Inc. tion service positions than the region and are working to assure passage of this 20% OFF A. Michael Nemeth, AVP Investments slate, and thus more in teaching, 13 per modest proposal, so the youngest mem- cent more than the region and the state. bers of our community can enjoy the Hummel Figurines Metro Park/Iselin, P.O. Box 510, Iselin, N.J. 08830 Westfield has more than 31 students per same advantages our children did when Cherished Teddies Yes! Please reserve seats for me at ydurfree seminar. I understand that non-certificated staff member and more they started their schooling. We are not Precious Moments you will distribute a free prospectus for a mutual fund or annuity product, which than 111 students per Educational Ser- talking about providing luxuries. With- contains more complete information, including charges and expenses. I will read vices staff member, dramatically higher out the improvements that a yes vote will the prospectus carefully before I Invest or send money. than the regional and state averages and allow, the desirability of our schools and higher than many other districts in our our town as a place to settle and raise Name peer group. children becomes questionable. • Mr. FarreH's suggestion that Whether the issue is educational ex- Address Westfield's schools would not fare very cellence, fairness, property values or 39 South Martine Ave. • Fanwood • 322-4008 Westfield's reputation, we urge all regis- City/State/Zip- well in competition with the private mar- ^ EXTENDED HOLIDAHOLIDAY HOURSHOURS: MONMON. TTOO SATbAi . 9 TO 9 • SUN. 9 TO 6 ket is also contrary to the numbers. tered voters to vote yes on December 13. Phone FRANKUN Westfield has and continues to have a Marilyn and Stephen Heller Ftonkhn/Trmpltlon Dittributon, Inc. remarkably low percentage of students in Westfield private and parochial schools as com- Ttawday, November U, 1994

Mis* Elizabeth JirfUh Wagner and Mark C. Boan

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Mr. and Mrs. Norbert Wagner of Mr. Boan is a graduate of the Clark MR. AND MRS. CHARLES BERNARD WALTER OTT Westfield have announced the en- School System and Union County (She is the former Miss Slacie Marie Esposito) MR. AND MRS. ANTHONY J. PACE, JR. gagement of their daughter, Miss Vocational-Technical Schools. He is (She is the farmer Miss Jovllen M. Piasecki) Elizabeth Judith Wagner, to Mark C. a member of Plumbers' Local No. Boan, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles 24. <£tacis, Sifioilto Boan of Clark. The wedding is planned for Febru- Miss Wagner is a graduate of the ary. Westfield School System and Elizabethtown College in Pennsyl- vania where she received her JVl Bachelor's Degree in Education. She Mr. and Mrs. Alfonso Esposito of efnony. ace teaches second grade at Franklin tns, c^Vannas. Timonium, Maryland have announced The bride wore a white raw silk Mr. and Mrs. Robert Piasecki of given by her father. School in Westfield. the marriage of their daughter. Miss dress with Italian lace bodice, sweet- Scotch Plains have announced the A reception followed al The Forge Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Nanna of Stacie Marie Esposito, to Charles heart neckline, cathedral-length train marriage of their daughter, Miss in Woodbridge. iic, !Bo Westfield have announced the birth Bernard Walter Ott of Westfield, the and a headpiece also of white raw silk Joellen M. Piasecki, to Anthony J. Miss Karen Piasecki of Scotch xn of their son, Jonathan David Nanna, son of Dr. and Mrs. Robert J. Ott, also with cathedral-length veil. She car- Pace, Jr. of Union, the son of Mrs. Plains, sister of the bride, was the who was bom November lOat Over- of Westfield. ried a bouquet of white roses, stepha- Paula Ann Pace, also of Union. maid of honor. Bridal attendants were WilliamF.McCprdofShphpja, Penn- -- • ~ • AMout Huxtey look Hospital in Summit. ' Timonium, brother of the bride; An- Mr. Pace is a graduate of David sylvania. ounce at birth and joins two sisters, She weighed seven pounds, nine thony Bouscio of Westfield and Scott Ariana, 4, and Amelia, 3. Brearley High School. He.is .em- ounces and measured 20 inches at Miller of Manhattan. The maternal grandmother is Mrs. ployed by Drug Guild in Secaucus. birth. A rehearsal party was hosted by Shirley Thompson of Mountainside. Following a wedding trip to Cali- The maternal grandmother is Mrs. the groom's parents at the Stouffer Liam's paternal grandparents are fornia, the couple made their home in Diane Meckler of Westport, Connecti- Hotel in Baltimore. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Christoffers of Railway. cut, and the maternal grandfather is The bride is a graduate of Lehigh Mountainside. Eugene Freed of Montnouth Beach. University in Bethlehen, Pennsylva- The paternal grandparents are Mrs. nia with a degree in accounting. She Recreation Unit Sells A profauional photoiriahtr will Anne Puertolas of Flushing, New is employed as an accountant forCBS Tickets to See makt turt your HM«IIIQ album cap- York and the late Bernardo Puertolas. in Manhattan. turat all tht twirling motion will Mr. Ott is a graduate of WestfieUl Sunset Boulevard Fear has a large shadow, but he mask of tht day. Call our rtuafe for High School and Lehigh University The Westfield RecreationCommis- •n aaaointintnt today and lot ui himself is small. with a degree in computer science. A son, David Noah McGriff, was Ruth Gendhsr sion is offering Broadway tickets to btf in Mpinf you plan tht Mf ovmt. He is a systems analyst for J.P. Mor- born to Captain and Mrs. Samuel Sunset Boulevard for Friday evening, gan in Manhattan. McGriff, 2nd of El Paso, Texas, on March 10. Bewure of all enterprises After a wedding trip to St. Lucia, October 31. that require new clothes. The price per ticket with transpor- West Indies, the couple made their He weighed seven pounds, lOounces tation is $80 lor seals in the front —Henry David Thoreau home in Woodbridge. and measured 19.75 inches at birth. mezzanine. The bus will leave from His maternal grandmother is Mrs. the Westfield Municipal Building, Famous Smoked Ham Alfred H. Crawford of Fanwood, and 425 East Broad Street, at 5:30 p.m. David's paternal grandparents are the for the 8 p.m. performance. $cJwi Reverend and Mrs. Samuel McGriff, For further information, please call Sr. of Scotch Plains. 789-4085. ORDER EARLY For The Holidays HOLIDAY GIFT BAZAAR Twas days before Christmas Friday, November 25th and Chanukah. too Saturday, November 26th and Holiday Shopping was Low Salt • 10 AM to 4 PM • For the Most Precious Moments of Your Life, Less Waste THAN THEIRS becoming a zoo... But we found the right gift for Refreshments Served Less Fat THAN THEIRS each qlri & $uy. Tender and Delicious MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL, 1119 BOYMTON AVENUE Wedding Skinless and Shankless and to all a GOOD &UY1 j WESTFIELD Photography k (Off Central & Sycimort Annual) 27 East Broad Street • Westfield. NJ • 908-233-6662 from 5495 Meat Market • SCOTCH ELANS • Est. 1939 rf Karl, Roland, Stan, Donald, Charles, John, Vlnnie and Nick Losavio !MUSIC tfSIIl J 389 Putt AVMIN • Scotch Plains • 322-7126 i "THEKSGESTLITTLESTOREINJEflSEr f BUY& SELL USED EQUIP. TONS OF EVERYDAY JUJLLJ. .ti CHRISTMAS FRIDAY Music & SHEETS "Our Firit Catch Ptoplo" I NAME BRAND EQUIP. • DRUMS 4 CYMBALS My WELCOME WAGON ERENTALSE ™ Chipperg basket is loaded with • HUGE Selection Sheet Music -fai*. useful gifts, information & Books and cards you can re- • Special Orders Friday used to be the day we bought and sold deem lor more gifts at (mall or UPS shipment* available) fresh fish. All the best buys were on Friday, so local businesses who'd • Private Lessons Taught By Friday we ate fish. At the Chippery we get our liketosay"Hi." My call Is Professionals 83" "SB a (riendly visit to help 908-322-7542 fish from The North Atlantic, cleaned and you with tips lor all your frozen within minutes. There is no better fish needs. Engaged? FAX 322-5563 New parent? Moved? 409 Park Avenue GIVE THANKS in the world and we serve It every day, Scotch Plains SO...EVERY DAY IS FRIDAY AT THE CHIPPERY! Call me.. .. (Just off Rt. 22) £ Dabbla lubraaak Music Video Club Ow tnlln mnu It ptditpd ImMdlaWy Representative A "Maslo Class" Video Club serving a wide foe »kMUt_w «tt In ont rt ow coi» Scotch Plains. NJ 'ange of musicians from beginner to advanced fln&Hraoma, * o m etn Ha ttw iitf* ot ulliti rtlon en your tan. (90S) 233-4797 Rent or Buy Large Selection Available 76 ELM STREET 401 South Ave., Fanwood • 889-8989' 232-2232 WESTFIELD, NEW JERSEY > For Speedy Take-Out, Call Ahead HutDirSMppk* Thunday, November 24,1994

Miss Michele Lauren Jost and Stephen Daniel Dzury

Miss Gillian Leigh Lasstr and Jonathan Zcv Pearlson [hzuxu Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Jost of Cape u Mid Sheila A. Thompson and Wesley Scott Williams May Courthouse announce the en- Mr. Dzury is a 1989 graduate of gagement of their daughter, Miss Westfield High School and a 1994 Michele Lauren Jost, to Stephen cum laude graduate of Temple Uni- Daniel Dzury, the son of Mr. and Mrs. versity in Philadelphia. He is an En- a Do J\\axxu J\\x. 1O/2 Daniel Dzury of Westfield. vironmental Claims Specialist with Miss Jost is a 1992 honors gradu- The Travelers Insurance Company in Dr. and Mrs. Norman L. Lasser of cut. ate of Rowan College in Glassboro Baltimore. S.

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More than three-fourths (78 percent) of shoppers surveyed said Steward Has Come they would be buying at least some groceries because of ads In the A Long, Long Way newspaper. From a Base Origin $100 from A steward is one who manages the financial affairs on behalf of another, Tiic InirdcHl lliin is writing « •'••ooiiiriidation fur MIIIMOIK' »e an employee who has charge of the know. every fur table, wine and servants in a restau- —Kin llulmrd SAVE rant or club or an employee on a ship, train or airplane who waits on and is garment responsible for the comfort of pas- WITH sengers. mums The stewardsof today's world have purchased enjoyed a dramatic rise in position, PFAFF status and working conditions from iiiciks FLlCKB NO PAYMENTS the pigsty environment of the origi- will go nal stewards. RENTAL * SALES * 7&9-"R\CK" NO INTEREST Steward, you see, is a modern ad- fOR 12 MONTHS aptation of the Old English stigward, directly to used first around 900, a word that f« quofity, votw OIK) itBoMty, ffoff. combines stig or sty, a pigpen, or hns Ihs perfect jtwing rmchint fat your pigsty, and ward, meaning guard. reeds. Choose fiom a rmg§ of mith Later, stigward, under the guise of steward, became a person who man- and styles, oil Itxxfed with Ihe best feo- .. (in ours aged an estate for a lord. Steward tutes. And best of oil, when you pwr- eventually took on a variety of defi- (hnss your new sewing mochm m hob- nitions including those listed above. bylixk with o Pfoff ctedir raid now Stewardess first appeared in the rhiough O«»mber 31, 1W4 you con early 17th century and described a enjoy il wilhout paymtnt or interest few \ \ friends woman employed by a ship to take 17 monrlis! Mokw ti qrenl gift, too. care of passengers. By 1931, steward and stewardess were used as titles for men and women who took care of Jt FOR LIFE passengers on commercial-airlines. {imie f 01 (mini mi H i r; 111\ Since 1956 the official term for such Is Your Business personnel is flightattendant, an obvi- ^SPECIAL ous downgrading from the now Lest In A Line Of Competition? higher-toned steward and stewardess We care. Children's Friends for Life is terms. an all-volunteer organization providing It is ironic that these airline titles have been changed, because after a $1595 basic care, respite services and friend- long airplane flight the passenger Reg. $2195 cabins often look like pigpens, an ship to children living with HIV/AIDS. idiom meaning adirty oruntidy place. A purchase this Friday helps make it a special day for children; a day of In an extremely competitive market, your Mad. 1472 friendship, generosity and hope. business Isn't one-of-a-klnd. COMPUTER SEWING MACHINE In the SETTING TO KNOW YOU program. It Is. Our unique new homeowner welcoming service will OTHER o*<&1QQ help you stand out from the crowd, reach a select ODELS * M> I W new market and make a lasting Impresslonl flemington fuvs Tangerines look like oranges, One of the World's Largest Specialists in Fine Furs. but they are smaller and flatter, FLEMINGTON. NEW JERSEY peel more easily and the sections SPECIAL HOLIDAY HOURS. NOV 25 - DEC 23 separate more readily. The tan- MON-FRI 10 - 9 SAT & SUN 10-6 gerine tree Is also more resistant WRC0M1NG N£WCOMERSNAHONW1D£ to cold than the orange tree. (908) 782-221? Page 8 Thursday, November 24,1994 Music from Handel's Messiah

ALL SAINTS1 EPMCOf AL CHUBCH MMUtat LUTHERAN CHURCH Part of Community Sing-Along »9 Pwfc AVCMC, Scotch rUlas Clark tad Ccwpertfcvaitc HKC WcMfirM The annual Community Messiah- a soprano, will sing "Rejoice Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday The Severest! Paul I. KrilKh, rastor Sing, sponsored by the Choral Art Greatly;" David Norwine, a tenor, and Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:JO p.m. later C. lOKkia, Thursday, 9 aj», Holy Eucharist In obser- Director of Christian Mucalioa Society of New Jersey, will take place who will wing "Comfort Ye" and vance of Thanksgiving. 23Z1517 on Friday, December 2, at 8 p.m. in "Every Valley Shall Be Exalted;" Sunday, 8 to 10 am., Holy Eucharist Sunday Worship Services, 8:30 and 11 a.m. the sanctuary of the First Baptist Maryann Dolling, a soprano, who Monday, 10 «.m., Senior Cittern; 12 30pm Sunday School and Adult Bible Class, 9:50 Church on Elm Street in Westfield. will sing "How Beautiful Are the Overeaters, and 7:30 p.m.. learn. am. Feet" and Miss Alcne Stout, a so- Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., (^Dependents Anony- Vednesday Evening Worship Service, 7:30 "The public is invited to join in sing- mous, and 8 p.m., Alcoholics Anonymous. o'clock. ing the choruses of Handel's Mes- prano, who will sing "Come Unto Wednesday, 9 a.m.. Holy Eucharist in obser- Nursery will be provided during Worship siah, the most popular oratorio ever Him." vance of St Andre*. Services and Education Hour. written," a spokesman said. Miss Marie Cistrelli, from Eliza- Christian Day School will be held for nursery beth, will sing "O Thou That Tellest through sixth grade. There will also be plenty of room Bethel Baptist Church for just listeners. Good Tidings," and Miss Ginger THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Instead of the usual quartet of solo- Haselden, from Edison, will sing the To Sponsor Chorale Of THE HOIV TRINITY WntfleM Avenue uti First Street ist, the society will feature eight solo- extended version of the "Recitatives." At Westfield High The Very Reverend Mensignor ists, thus adding interest and variety "Recently featured in Westfield's The Bethel Baptist Church of FrancisJ. Houfkton, raster to the events of the evening. Most of Bicentennial production of 'Our Rectory: 2)2-8137 the choruses of Part No. 1, the Christ- Town*,' Miss Haselden, also brings Westfield will present the members Saturday Evening Mass, 5:30 o'clock. of the Ric Charles Chorale Ensemble Sunday Masses 7:30, 9 and 10:30 am. and mas portion, and several from Parts experience in oratorio and comple- on Friday, December 9, at 7:30 p.m. noon. No. 2 and No. 3 will be sung. ments a most distinguished group of at Westfield High School, Dorian Italian Masses: II am, except In July and New York bass-baritone Jack soloists," the spokesman noted. August Eppler will perform "Why Do the Road and Westfield Avenue. Daily Masses: 7 and 9 a.m. The cost of admission is $10 for Intercessory Prayer, Monday, 8:45 a.m. Nations Rage?" and "The Trumpet "The 'in the round' design of the adults and $2 for youths. Shall Sound," billed as two of the Baptist Church makes this commu- ST. JOHN'S IAFTIST CHURCH most challenging arias ever written. nity event a truly joyful experience. Those wishing to buy tickets should Z3S7 Morse Aveaite call either 232-3921 or 754-3231. Scotch fUln. Mr. Eppler has wide experience in Come out and let Handel's great music The Reverend Kevin Clark is Pas- The Reverend Heine C. rorler, Jr., Pastor opera and oratorio, as well as in re- put you in the spirit o the season," the (or of the church. 2324972 cital. He will also be a featured solo- spokesman said. Sunday Worship, 11 a.m. ist in the Society's Saturday, May 13, The conductor will be Mrs. Evelyn performance of The Lord Nelson Mass Bleeke. The accompaniment will be by Haydn. played by Miss Annette White, or- Celebration of Chanukah Another soloist for the Messiah ganist for the society and for the will beMiss Diane McCloskey, from Presbyterian Church in Westfield. Westfield, who will sing "I Know Those with musical scores are en- To Begin on Monday That My Redeemer Liveth." Miss couraged to bring them, although CHORAL rERFORMEIlS...Tbe Flnt Congregational Church of WcstheM, McCloskey is well-known in the area 125 El merStr«t,has announced the r«umpti4»iofiU Mid-Day Musicales series The Jewish celebration of Chanukah, also referred to as the Festi val or Lights, some will be available to borrow. with a concert by the Newark Boyi Chorus at noon on Wednesday, November will begin this Monday, November 28, and continue for eight consecutive days. as a soloist and voice teacher. Also A contribution at the door of $6 is 30. These half-hour concerts are tree and open to the public. A soup and The holiday commemorates the rededicalion of the Temple of Jerusalem by from Westfield, Mrs. ElsaGail Hahn, requested. sandwich luncheon will be available following the concert. Known as Newark's Judas Maccabee in the year 165 B. C. after the temple had been profaned by the "Musical Ambassador!," the chorus has been heard throughout the world and King of Syria and the Overlord of Palestine, Antiochus IV Epiphanes. has performed with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, the American Sym- Three years later the Temple of Jerusalem was dedicated to the worship of Temple Emanu-El Gives phony Orchestra, the Cathedral Symphony and the New Jersey Symphony. Zeus Oly mpius by order of King Antiochus. An altar was than placed on the high They have also performed at Lincoln Center, at Carnegie Hall and in the White altar. House. Upon the return of Judas Maccabee in the year 171 B. C., the altar was purged on his order and replaced with a new alter. Upon the creation of the new altar the Schedule for Chanukah temple was rcdedicated to God over a period of eight days. A small amount of The Temple Emanu-El will light and the Chanukah hymm. pure olive oil used for the rededicalion is said to have burned for the eight days. the first candle for Chanukah during The remainderof the week's sched- Louis Ruprecht Ordained As part of the celebration of Chanukah, candles are lit for eight consecutive a ceremony this Sunday evening, ule includes the lighting of the large nights. One candle is lit the first day, two the second day, and so on, until an November 27. menorah at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, eight-branch candlebraum is filled. November29, a public menorah light- At First Baptist Church In addition to the Festival of Lights, the Jewish holiday is also known as the The ceremony will begin with the Feast of Dedication and the Feast of the Maccabees. reading of the daily paragraph for the ing at 7:15 p.m. which will followed Approximately 150 people gath- Sham us and the special paragraph of by the Shabbat Chanukah Celebra- ered at The First Baptist Church of the day. This part of the ceremony tion for the lighting of thesixlhcandle Westfield to witness the ordi nation of will be followed by blessings after at 7:45 p.m. and the religious school Louis A. Ruprecht to the pastoral and the singing of Chanukah songs Chanukah party on Sunday, Novem- ministry on November 13. The Rev- Yes! We Have ber 4. erend Ruprecht has served as Minis- ter of Development at the church Menorah Rites Set raw UNIIID MTHODMT CHURCH 1 East Broad Mrcct, WestncU since May and continues as a trial Wedding Invitations At Temple Emanu-El The Reverend DavM I. Htrwood, attorney and Senior Partner at TheMen'sClubofTempleEmanu- Scoter rider Ruprecht and Hart of Millbum. And All Social Stationery The RevereM rMlit«. Dkttcrich, The Reverend Ruprecht completed El has erected a large outdoor Minltter of Mwk Menorah in front of Temple Emanu- Mrs. Norm* M. HockcniM, the preliminary requirements for or- El located at 756 East Broad Street in Macoiul Minister dination by the American Baptist OFF> Westfield, which will be the focus of Df. Rater V. Puuillkw, Churches which were: The review of Associate Mlnlater of Pariah Narture in! educational prerequisites by the the celebration of Chanukah on two Pastoral Care 20 separate occasions on Tuesday, No- 23)4211 American Baptist Churches of New ' Except Engravings vember 29, at 4:30 p.m. and again on Sunday, Church School for all ig.es it 9:45 Jersey Committee on Professional Friday, December 2, at 7:15 p.m. a.m.; Continuing Education Classes for Adults: Ministry; approval of a statement of Disciple Bible Study, 8:30 am; Seekers and faith and doctrine by the Raritan As- 'The entire community is invited, Searchers and People Called Methodists, 9:45 S^tudilO of WertfieU to observe the lighting of the outdoor a.m.: Fellowship Time, an Informal lathering of sociation Ordination Committee; and, Menorah in observance of the festi- thecomamnlty and visitors, at III1110:30a.ra, defense of the statement at an area- 27 East Broad Street • Westfield, NJ Morning Worship,? and 11 a.m. with child can. val commemorating the freedom of wide ordination council to which This Sunday, the First Sunday in Advent, the American Baptist Churches in the 908-233-6662 religion," a spokesman said. Reverend DavM F. Harwood, Senior Minister, Rabbi Charles A. Kroloff will con- will preach on: "Advent Shock.' Baptisms will Raritan Association sent delegates. take place during the second worship service. The report by these groups stated the The Reverend Louis A. Ruprecht duct (he program assisted by Rabbi Monday, Stephen Ministry, and Wesley Hall Deborah Joselow, Cantor Martha Reverend Ruprecht was qualified for Pittstown; reflection on the meaning Nursery School Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m. ordination to the gospel ministry. Novick and the children's choral Tuesday, Bible Study, 12:30 p.m.; Primary of ministry by the Reverend Thomas group. On December 2, Dr. Julian and Wesley Choirs and Kids Discover and Cre- Actual ordination in the Baptist Shirk; the charge to the church by the Burstein.PresidentoftheMen'sClub, ate, 3:15 p.m.; Fife and Drum, 6:30 p.m., and tradition is by the local church and Reverend Kenneth Mart, Pastor of will present a short explanation of the Sanctuary Choir, 7:30 p.m. involves the laying on of hands by the First Baptist Church of New Mar- Wednesday, Youth Choir, 6 p.m.; Handbells clergy and church officers while a meaning of Chanukah. and Stephen Ministry Training, 1.50 p.m.; Men's ket and Chairman of the Ordination Following the Menorah lighting, Cornerstone No. 3 Retreat Teams and Spiritual prayer is said on behalf of the candi- Council of the Raritan Association of those assembled a service in the Life Committee, 8 p.m. date. The ordination prayer was of- the American Baptist Churches of temple will be held at 7:45 p.m. Thursday, United Methodist Women Circles fered by the Reverend Thomas Shirk, New Jersey, and the sermon and Nos. 4 and 8,9 am Pastor of Calvary Bible Evangelical charge to the candidate by the Rever- ECHO LAKE CHURCH OF CHRIST Free Church in Boulder, Colorado, end Robert Harvey, Senior Pastor of Dirt Devil East (road Street at THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Springfield Avenue OF THE IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY and formerly a pastor at Hydewood First Baptist. WeslfkM 1571 South'Martbw Avenue Park Baptist Church in North Mrs. Laurie Groves, the twin sister Dr. j. Eddie Shewmaker, Minister Scotch Plains Plainfield, Mr. Ruprecht's prior of the Reverend Ruprecht, and Z3*4»46 The Reverend Wilfred C Veo, Pastor church. Clifford Ruprecht, representing the The Reverend George A. Clyde, The ordination service involved TEMPLE EMANU-EL Associate Pastor Reverend Ruprecht's three sons and 756 East Broad Street, Wtttfkld The Reverend Richard V. Odocmela, statements by various members of daughter-in-law read from the New lUbbl Charles A. KrolofT Associate Pastor the ordained clergy including: The Testament. Members of the church Rabbi Deborah joselow 889-2100 meaning of ordination by the Rever- WITH PURCHASE OF Liturgy of the Eucharist who participated in the liturgy, all of 2J2-677O end Paul Fries, Professor of Theol- whom are area residents, were: Phil ip MODEL 882H UPRIGHT Friday, November 25, Mlnyan, 7 ».m.; Grind- Saturday, 5:30 p.m. for anticipated Sunday parents Shabbit Service, 7:45 p.m. Mass. ogy at New Brunswick Theological Gibbons, Mrs. Mabelle Strader, Jo- Saturday, November 26, Minyan, 10 a.m.; Bar Sunday, 7:45, 9,10:15 and 11:30 am. and Seminary and minister of the Re- seph Stoner and the Reverend Darla Mltzvah of David Roberts, 10:30 i.m. 12:45 p.m. formed Church of America; reflec- Dee Turlington. William R. Mathews, NOW Sunday, November 27, First Chanukah Candle, Weekdays, 7,8 and 9 im. tions on coming to ministry in mid- HAND VAC ~ Gr..,tor Mlnyan, 9 >.m.; New Americans Chanukah Party, Summer, no 9 a.m. the church's Minister of Music, pro- slain, cart, Pet Hair, Quick Pick-Up 1/2 PRICE 5 p.m. Holyday Eves, 7 p.m. life by the Reverend Ann Holt, Pastor vided the organ and piano music and Monday, November 28, Minyan, 7 a.m.; Israeli Holyday Masses, 6:45 and 8 a.m., noon and 7 of St. Thomas Episcopal Church in conducted the Chancel Choir. PACKAGE Dancing, 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. UPRIGHT - AH Met,,, 5 Year Reconciliation GRACE ORTHODOX Warranty, Powerful, Eaty-To-Use Tuesday, November 29, Lighting of Holiday Menorah, Minyan, 7 am.; Bible Class, 9:30 a.m., Saturday, 10 to II a.m. PIES1YTEMAN CHURCH Caroling Evening Confirmation Class, 7 p.m. Saturday evening before 5:30 Mass. 1100 Boulevard, Westfield Wednesday, November 30, Mlnyan, 7 a.m.; Thursday prior to First Friday, 4:30 to 5:30 The Reverend Stanford M. Sutton, Jr. After Tree Lighting MootL No. REG. Now Renaissance Luncheon, 10 a.m., and Religious p.m. . Pastor School Committee, 7:50 p.m. Holy Hour - Second Monday of the month 233-3938 or 232-4403 Told by Baptists ROYAL 103 $ 59.95 $ 0.00 Thursday, December I, Mlnyan, 7 a.m.; Candles following Holy Name Mass. Thursday, 9 a.m. at the church, a Thanksgiv- in the Wind, 7:30 p.m., Bridge, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, 7 to 8 p.m. Holy Hour concluding ing Day service of praise with time for congrega- "Caroling on the Lawn" will kick ROYAL B82H $599.95 $329.95 with Mass for theskk and chemically dependent tional sharing in word and song. off the Christmas season at the First Sunday, 9:30 am, Sunday school for children For every eretliliilily |!n|> Baptist ChurchofWestfield, 170 Elm TOTAL $659.90 $329.95 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH and adults with the adult topic called: "Parenting" Street, on Sunday, November 27, at there is n gullibility fill. 125 Elmer Street, Weitfleld, 11 am, Morning Worship with nursery pro- The Reverend Dr. John G. Wightmsn, vided. The Reverend Stanford M. Sutlon, Pastor, 5:30 p.m. —Richard Cloplon Putor Jr. preaching on "Worldlness;" 3 p.m., service at Timed to follow the lighting of the The Reverend Marti. Trister, iheMerldtanConvalescentCenter; 6 p.m.. Evening tree in downtown Westfield, mem- The greatest lin])|>ine»» ill ill Associate Pastor Worship with Pastor Sutton preaching on "Dis- Dr. larkara Thomson, honorable Conduct* bers of the church and passersby will' lovr rail pivc is the first liaml- Organist and Musk Director Tuesday, 10 a.m., at the' church, "Ladies' light candles and sing favorite sea- prrssiirc of tlie woman one 233-2494 morning Bible Study on the topic "I Came to Set sonal songs. The celebration will con- li>vi's. Wednesday, 10a.m., BIMeStudyintheChapel the Earth on Fire: A Portrait of Jesus." Pre- tinue inside the church with hot co- Lounge. schoolers whose mothers come to the Bible coa and mulled cider. —Stendhal Thursday and Friday, the church office will be Study have their own Bible Club program. closed. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Bible study, prayer ST. LUKE'S AFRICAN METHODIST Sunday, 10 am, worship service and one- and sharing time at the church. EPISCOPAL ZION CHURCH room schoolhouse with the Reverend Dr. John G. 500-Downer Street, Westfleld Wlghunan preaching, and 11:15 im., Bell Choir PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN WESTFIELD 140 Mountain Avenue The Reverend Leon E. Randall rehearsal in the Upper Room. Pastor Monday, 3:30 p.m., Leyden choir rehearsal in The Reverend Dr. William Ross Forbes the Palton Auditorium. Senior Pastor The Reverend William Gray, Associate Started Your Holiday Shopping? Tuesday,7:45p.m,Caregivlng Ministry Project The Reverend James M. Szcyller Pastor Associate Pastor 233-2547 Team will meet In the Chapel Lounge. Sunday Services Wednesday, 10 am., and Bible Study in the The Reverend Helen M. Bcglin Associate Pastor Church School, 9:30 am. Chapel Lounge; noon, Mid-day Muskale and Worship Service, 10:30 a.m. luncheon in the sanctuary and the Patton Audi- Mr. James A. Slmms Storewide Sale torium, and 7:45 p.m., Church Council will meet Director of Music Wednesday Service in the Chapel Lounge. Miss Elizabeth McDlarmld Prayer Service, 7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a_m., Westfield Associate for Mission Bible Study, 8 p.m. Cooperative Nursery School and Mother's Mom- 233-0301 Fri. Nov. 25—Tues. Nov. 29 ing Out. Sunday, First Sunday of Advent, 8 and 10:30 The sanctuary is accessible to persons who a.m., worship services with the Reverend Dr. are disabled. William Ross Forbes preaching. The Chancel Choir will provide music leadership it the 10:30 THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH in service;1): 15 am, Christian Education classes More Church News 170 Elm Street for children, youth and adults; 10:30 a.m., Church Westfield School for children through Grade three; 6 p.m., On Page 19 and 22 Dr. Robert L. Harvey, Minister Junior High Fellowship; 7 p.m., Single Pursuits Dr. Dee Dee Turlington, meeting, "Hitchcock Nigh II;" 7:30 p.m., Senior Minister of Christian Education High Fellowship, and 8:45 p.m., Cornerstone and Evangelism Group. ST. HELEN'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Fine Jewelry and Gifts William R. Mathews Monday, 9 am., Monday Craftsmen; 7 p.m., Lamberts Mill Road and Rahway Avenue Minister of Music Chancel Handbell Choir and Boy Scouts Troop Westfield Mon.-Sab 10-5:30 Z33 North Ave. East 253-2278 No. 72, and 8 p.m., Chancel Choir. The Very Reverend Monslgnor Thurs. 'til 9:00 232-8199 Sunday, 9 ira., Interfaith singles Continental Tuesday, 4 p.m., Junior High Choir, 4:50 p.m., James A. Burke, Pastor Breakfast and Discussion Group and Church Junior High Handbell Choir, and 6:30 p.m., The Very Reverend Monslgnor Sunday J2.-00-5.-00 School Classes for all ages and Adult Bible Study; Senior High Choir. Thomas B, Mcaney, Pastor Emeritus 10:30 am, worship service with the Reverend Wednesday, 9:30 a.m.. Women's Bible Study, 232-1214 P.S. cmtifaetie witt. Dr. Robert L Harvey preaching on "Soul Food," 1:30 p.m., Staff Meeting; 4 p.m., Good News Kids Saturday evening Mass, 5:30. and 5 p.m., Caroling on the Lawn. Club; 7 p.m., Confirmation Class; 7:30 p.m., Sunday Misses, 8,9:15 and 10:45 a.m., 12:15 Monday, noon, Alcoholics Anonymous meet- Capital Campaign Committee and Inquirers'Class, p.m. and 6:30 p.m., winter only. Ing. and 8 p.m., Dlsclpleship Class. Dally Masses, 7:30 and 9 a.m. Thursday, November 24,1994 Page 9 ©bituauetf- M onsignor Thomas B. Meaney, 79, J. Wallace Scanlon, 85, Was Retired Bank Executive, Active in Boy Scouts Founding Pastor of St. Helen's I. Wallace Scanlon, 85, died Sun- Church in Scotch Plains, the He Oversaw the Completion of the Roman Catholic Parish in 1972 day, November 20, at Rahway Hos- Torreador Athletic Association in pital. Kearny.Troop No. 2 of the Boy Scouts The Very Reverend Monsignor pastor, he oversaw the completion of the Holy Name and Rosary Societies, Born in Kearny, he had moved to of America in Kearny and the Plain- Thomas B. Meaney, 79, of Westfield, the church in 1972. The Parish Hall all of Rahway. He was also Chaplain Westfield SS years ago. field Country Club. died on Sunday, November 20, in wascompleted in 1984 and expanded of the Knights of Columbus Council He was Vice President and Trust Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Rose Overlook Hospital in Summit. in 1988. He saw the parish grow from No. 1146 and the Catholic Daughters Officer at Howard Savings Bank in Mueller Scanlon; two sons, Wallace Bom inBayonne, he attended Saint 600 to 2,220 families by 1990, when of America, both of Rahway. Newark for 44 years. He also worked Scanlon of San Antonio, Texas, and Peters Prepatory High School in Jer- he retired. He went to live to the St. John as Trust Officer for eight years at Laurence Scanlon of Durango, Colo- sey City, Seton Hall University in Prior to joining St. Helen's, Mon- Vianney Retirement Home in Chatham Trust Co. i n Chatham, retir- rado, a brother Norman V. Scanlon of South Orange and the Immaculate signor Meaney was assigned to St. Rutherford in 1990 and later moved ing in 1979. Jacksonville, Florida; a sister, Mrs. Conception Seminary in the Mary's Roman Catholic Church in to the Meridian Nursing Home in Westfield. Mr. Scanlon completed several Ruth E. Hyland of Haworth; five Darlington section of Mahwah. Rahway from 1941 through 1968. He specialized banking courses at New grandchildren and a great-grandson. He was ordained a Roman Catho- was elevated to a monsignor in 1986. Surviving are two brothers, Rich- York University, Dartmouth and the A Mass was offered for him yester- lic priest in 1941. Monsignor Meaney was Director ard Meaney of Bricktown and the day, Wednesday, November 23, in Monsignor Meaney was the found- of the Catholic Lawyers Guild of Reverend Peter Meaney of Graduate School of Banking at Rut- Morristown. gers University. the mid morning at Immaculate Heart ing Pastor of St. Helen's Roman Union county and a Chaplain for the He was a member of the Half- of Mary Church. Catholic Church in Westfield when Catholic War Veterans Auxiliary and A Vigil Mass was said for him on Arrangements were handled by the the church was named in 1968. As Tuesday evening, November 22, at Century Club of the American Bank- Saint Helen's Roman Catholic ers Association i n New York City, the Dooley Funeral Home, 556 West- Memorial Service Set for Saturday Church. » Holy Name Society of Immaculate field Avenue, Westfield. Memorial contributions in his name Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Nov.mbtrH, 1M4 may be made to the Helping Hands For Harry Henderson Haslett, 77 and Hearts program at 1600 Rahway Mrs. Garretson, 88, Dies in Florida; Harry Henderson Haslett, 77, died Sr. and the Reverent Anne Clute Avenue, Westield. Sunday, November 13, from compli- Haslett. The Dooley Colonial Funeral cations of a heart problem. He re- A memorial service will be held on Home, 556 Westfield Avenue, West- Services Will Be Friday, December 2 sided at 693 Westfield Avenue, Saturday, November 26, at 11 a.m. at field, handled the arrangements. The Very Reverend Moorignor Thomas B. Mcaney Mrs. John (Julia) Garretson, 88 of Surviving are other two daughters: Westfield from 1961 to 1990whenhe the Redeemer Lutheran Church on NovsmMr 24, in« Homosassa, Florida, formerly of Mrs. Joan G. Zimmerman of Cocoa, moved to Lakehurst. Route No. 70 in Lakehurst. Westfield and Southbury, Connecti- Florida and Mrs. Ann Marie Schultz He was born on June 7, 1917 in Mr. Haslett has been married for 56 Mrs. Gorsky, 84, a Nurse, Was Wife cut, died on Thursday, November 17, of Homosassa; eight grandchildren Elmhurst, Queens, New York, the years to Mrs. Genevieve Sostack at the Wuesthoff Hospital in and 10 great-grandchildren. son of the late Robert Ryland Haslett, Haslett who predeceased him in 1992. Of Former Fanwood Police Chief Rockledge, Florida. Funeral services will be held on He is survived by two daughters, Friday, December 2, at the Gray Fu- Mrs. Laura Lynne Fonseca of Phila- Mrs. Joseph L. (Mary D.) Gorsky Services were held at noon yester- Mrs. Garretson was born in Mary Anne Sikkema, day, Wednesday, November 23, in Westfield; she moved to Florida two neral Home, 318 East Broad Street, delphia and Dr. Constance L. Haslett Sr., 84, of Middlesex, the wife of a Westfield, at 11 a.m. Newborn, Succumbs ofWhitePlains,NewYork;abrother, former Chief of Police in Fanwood, the Middlesex Funeral Home, 528 and a half years ago. She retired as a Bound Brook Road, Middlesex. Friends may call on Thursday, Mary Ann Sikkema of Midland, Robert Ryland Haslett of Cambridge, died Sunday, November 20, in the saleswomanin 1976 after many years She was a nurse at the Bonnie Burn with Teppers Department Store in December I, at the funeral home from Michigan, the newborn daughter of Vermont, and four grandchildren. Somerset Medical Center in 2 to 4 and from 7 to 9 p.m. Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Dean Sikkema, Mr. Haslett had enjoyed a long Somerville. Hospital in Berkeley Heights for 10 Plainfield. years before her retirement in 1950. Mrs. Garretson was a member of Interment will be at Hillside Cem- died on Thursday, November 17, at career in sales and advertising for etery in Scotch Plains. the Saginaw General Hospital in various television and radio stations, Prior to that, Mrs. Gorsky worked in the Martin Anderson Senior Center Joseph Solga, 84, the Hopemont Hospital in Elkins, in Rockledge and the Senior Center In lieu of flowers, memorial con- Saginaw, Michigan. including ones in Baltimore, New She is survived by a sister, Rachel York City and Somerville, where he Schenly Accountant West Virginia. Friends oFLecanto, Florida. Mrs. tributions may be made to The Mar- Mrs. Gorsky received a certified Garretson was also a member of The tin Anderson Senior Center, 10255 Anne; a brother, Nathan John; her had been ihe General Manager. He Joseph Solga, 84, formerly of grandparents, Mrs. Jane Brumbaugh retired in December 1988. Scotch Plains died Sunday, Novem- trained nurse degree from Hopemont Presbyterian Church in Westfield South Florida Avenue, Rockledge, Hospital. Florida 32955 or The Senior Center of Westfield and Dr. and Mrs. Donald During World War II, Mr. Haslett ber 13, at Bayside Convalescent in since 1922. She was a member of the Fanwood Mrs. Garretson was predeceased Friends, Inc., Highway 491, Lecanto, Sikkema of Grand Haven, Michigan. was a pilot in the Army Air Corps, a Poquoson, Virginia. Florida 34461. She was predeceased by her grand- Second Lieutenant stationed in the Born i n Jersey City, he had lived in Women's Club. by her husband in 1966 and a daugh- Born in Elkins, Mrs. Gorsky had ter, Mrs. Dorothy Ross in 1992. November 24, 1M« father, John W. Brumbaugh. South Pacific. Scotch Plains before moving to A private graveside funeral service Mr. Haslett was a graduate of Sarasola, Florida 10 years ago. lived in Fanwood before moving to was held November 22 in the Little Newtown High School in Elmhurst. Mr. Solga worked in the account- Middlesex in 1989. William C. Hudak, 72, Dies in Choir, Shepherd section of Midland Cem- Hereceived a bachelor's degree from ing department of Schenly's Liquors Surviving are her husband; two etery. Apublic memorial service will the School of Commerce of the City in New York. sons, Joseph L. Gorsky, Jr. and Rob- Was Engineer, Served in World War II be held on Sunday, November 27, at College of New York and a Master's He was a member of the Knights of ert S. Gorsky; a sister, Mrs. Edna in Business Education Degree from Columbus in Sarasota, Florida. Law Day Sakole; a brother, Frank L. William C. Hudak, 72, died Sun- Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Letty the Midland Reformed Church in Midland with the Reverend Lawrence New York University. Mr. Haslett His wife, Mrs. Louise H. Solga, Day, and four grandchildren. day, November 20, while singing in Sinclair Hudak; a son, William C. November 24,1994 Izenbart officiating. taught various business courses at died in 1976. the choir of Holy Trinity Roman Hudak, Jr. of Franklin Township; two Union College in Cranford as an ad- Catholic Church during Mass. daughters, Mrs. Lynelle H. Larkin of Arrangements were handled by Surviving are three sons, Dimitri Ware-Smilh-Woolever & Company junct faculty member. Solga of Poquoson, Joseph Solga of Born in Bayonne, he had lived in Lansdowne, Pennsylvania and Miss Mr. Haslett was a member of the Westfield for the past 33 years. Kimberly Ann Hudak of Funeral Directors of Midland. Colorado Springs, Colorado, and John November 24, 1994 Overseas Press Club of New York Solga of Scotch Plains; a brother, He was a sales engineer for 30 Gaithersburg, Maryland; two broth- City and the Westfield Chapterof the ers, Thomas Hudak of Middletown Mark Solga of Scotch Plains; three years at the Durametallic Corp. in Sons of the American Revolution. In sisters, Mrs. Adele Rider, Miss Carol Kalamazoo, Michigan, retiring in and Michael Hudak of Toms River; Mrs. Coumbe Lakehurst, he was a member of the More Obituaries two sisters. Miss Mary Hudak of Solga and Mrs. Marie Potash, and 1990. Funeral services for Mrs. Timothy Navy League, theFootlightersDrama three grandchildren. Mr. Hudak served in Coast Guard Lakewood and Mrs. Helen DeNais of Group, the Fishing Club, the Golf May Be Found RosellePark,andfourgrandchildren. C. (Andrea J. Visich) Coumbe of Services were held Thursday, No- during World War II. Oradell were held on Tuesday, No- Club, the Lunch Bunch and the Fri- • He was a member of the choir at Services were held yesterday, vember 17, in the morning at the vember 22, from the Volk-Leber Fu- day Night Card Club. ' Rossi Funeral Homein Scotch Plains, On Page 22 Holy Trinity Church of Westfield, ihc Wednesday, November 23, at Holy neral Home of Oradell." He was also a member of the Rahway Valley Jerseyaires Society Trinity Church. followed by a Mass at St. ;i, Mrs. Coumbe died on Friday, No- Woodlake and Lakewood Country Bartholomew the Apostle Roman for the Preservation and Encourage- Donations in Mr. Hudak's memory vember 18, at the St. Barnabas Medi- Clubs. ment of Barber Shop Quartet Singing may be made to the National Wildlife Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. cal in Livingston. November 17,1604 November 24, 1994 in America Westfield and the West- Federation in Washington, D. C. or Mrs. Coumbe was employed as an field Community Players. the Westfield Rescue Squad. Office Manager for Jay Alix Associ- Hadassah to Meet He attended Stevens Institute of Arrangements were handled by the ates in New York City. She was also Monday, December 12 Technology in Hoboken and the New- Dooley Funeral Home, 218 North a parishioner of St. Joseph's Roman ark College of Engineering, which is Avenue, Cranford. Catholic Church of Oradell. There will be a general and board Dooley Funeral Service, Inc. N0v.rrld.r24, 189< meeti ng of the Westfield Hadassah at now called the New Jersey Institute Surviving is her husband; her par- of Technology in Newark. Temple Emanu-EI in Westfield on Caring & Courteous Service to the ents, Edward T. Visich and Mrs. Monday, December 12, at 12:15 p.m. Genevieve Castaldo Visich; a sister, AT the conclusion of a short board Cranford/Westfield Area Since 1913 Mrs. Winifred Torborg, 83, Mother Mrs. Katherine Watt; four brothers, meeting, there will be a discussion of Stephen, Edward, Robert and Peter ethical wills and samples of these Of Major League Baseball Manager Visich, and her grandparents, Mrs. wills will be presented. There will be and Mrs. Frank Castaldo. an opportunity to ask some ques- Services for Mrs. Winifred Torborg, in Summit, was a saleswoman for Donations in her name are re- 83, a lifelong resident of Westfield Whelan's Drug Store in Westfield for tions. Westfield quested to be made to the American "Please join us for what promises who was the mother of former major 20 years before retiring in 1965. She Program, St. Barnabas Medical Cen- 556 Westfield Avenue league baseball player and manager, attended Glassboro State College, to be a most interesting program," a ter, Suite No. 501, 101 Old Short spokeswoman said. 233-0255 Jeff Torborg, was held Monday, No- now Rowan College. Hills Road, West Orange, 07052. vember 21, in the late morning in the Her son had been an outstanding For information, please call 232- Joseph F. Dooley Dooley Colonial Home, 556 West- player at Westfield High School, an 4712 or 233-3245. Manager field Avenue, Westfield. All-America at Rutgers University Mrs. Torborg, who died Friday, and then acatcherwith the Los Ange- November 18, in Overlook Hospital les Dodgers and the California Ange- Let us meet les, Playing 10 years in the majors. ! $50 OFF! He had been manager of the Cleve- your hearing needs! Miss Raczka, 53, land Indians, Chicago White Sox and r 4 Medical Transcriber the New York Mcts. • Hearing tests | purchase ' Cranford Also surviving are three grandchil- Miss Deanna G. Raczka, 53, died • State of the art hearing aids, including of any 218 North Avenue dren. computerized models and Tuesday, November 15, at November 24, 19S4 276-0255 Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- nearly invisible hearing aids j Hearing Aid J Francis J. Dooley Jr. ter in Plainfield. Mrs. Wilson, 64 ' Service and repairs of all makes and I with coupon I Born in Newark, she had settled in models Manager Scotch Plains in 1962. Mrs. Richard (Carolyn O.) Wilson, Miss Raczka was a medical tran- 64, died on Friday, November 18, in • Custom ear molds and swim plugs I Not lo be combined with any other offer • scriber for Muhlenberg Regional the Lynchburg Nursing Home in • House calls available , Expires 11/24/94 Medical Center since 1978. Lynchburg, Tennessee, after an ex- She was a communicant of St. tended illness. Charles V. Dooley John L Dooley Matthew ft Dooley Bartholomew the Apostle Roman A resident of Viola, Tennessee, Mrs. The Westfield Hearing Aid Center Catholic Church in Scotch Plains. Wilson was a native of Elizabeth. 940 South Avenue, West - Westfield Her parents, Mr. Theodore A. Ahomemaker.she had been amem- Raczka and Mrs. Mary Melchionne ber of Trinity Lutheran Church in Open Saturdays 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Raczka, predeceased her. Tullahoma, Tennessee. Erich H. Golden Surviving are one sister. Miss Mrs. Wilson was predeceased by NJ Lie #727 (908) 233-0939 Michele Raczka of Scotch Plains; her parents, Albert W. Wilson and Who's going to pay for and her grandmother, Mrs. Erma Mrs. Ethel Sommerset Olson Wil- Ask uboiit our Senior C'ilix.cn Discount Melechionne of Scotch Plains. son, and a son, Peter T. Wilson. Services were held Friday, Novem- Surviving are her husband; another your funeral? ber 18, in the morning from the Rossi son, Richard L. Wilson, Jr. of Brook- Funeral Home in Scotch Plains, fol- lyn; two daughters, Miss Susan E. lowed by a 10 a.m. Mass at St. Wilson and Mrs. Cynthia P. Mason, Bartholomew Church. both of Viola, and five grandchil- X our insurance may be enough November 24.1994 dren. today, but what about tomorrow? A memorial service was heldTues- Em day, November 22, in the late after- Mrs. Bendel, 80, noon at Trinity Lutheran. FUNERAL HOME She was buried in the Viola Cem- Thomas M. Keiser, Jr., Manager Leslie's Hairdresser etery in Viola, Est. 1928 ind out how you can relieve Private services were held for Mrs. Arrangements were handled by ihe Ethel A. Bendel, 80, of Harvey Ce- THIS SYMBOL GUARANTEES your loved ones from the Manchester Funeral Home in OUR SERVICES MEET THE dars, who died Saturday, November Manchester, Tennessee. financial burden of a funeral. 12, in her home. Arrangements were Memorial contributions in her HIGHEST STANDARDS OF THE handled by the Bugbee-Riggs Fu- name are requested by members of FUNERAL PROFESSION neral Home of Ship Bottom. the family to be made to Trinity Mrs. Bendel had been a hairdresser Lutheran Church or to a charitable As an NSM member, we provide: FUNERAL with Leslie's of Westfield for five institution of the donor's choice. • Detailed cost breakdowns DIRECTORS years. She was a member of the Cran- NovemDar 24, 1994 • Price categories to fit every budget -Since 1897- ford Garden Club. • Services for all faiths, creeds and customs Born in New York, Mrs. Bendel had lived in Westfield, Scotch Plains MtiB media are lar more powerhiK than Ilia president in creating public 155 SOUTH AVE., FANWOOD and Cranford before moving to awareness and shaping public opin- • FRED H. GRAY, JR. • DAVID B. CRABIEL • WILLIAM A. DOYLE Harvey Cedars. ion, (or the simple tsason that the (908) 322-4350 • PAVLETTE CRABIEL 'DALE SCHOUSTRA Surviving are two sons, Edward J. media always have the last word." Bendel, 3rd and Kenneth M. Bendel, Richard M. Nixon \ U.S. president, 197J/ AMPLE PARKING • HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE j WESTFIELD: 318 East Broad St., Fred H. Gray, Jr. Mgr. • 233-0143 and two brothers, Herman Weinreich CRANFORD: 12 Springfield Ave., William A. Doyle, Mgr. • 276-0092 and Frank Gunther. THOUGHT %oup Novembor 24,1994 Page 10 Thursday, November 24,1994 Westfield Foundation Gives Seven Grants Totaling $25,000 The Westfield Foundation recently homeowner's financial burden is less- made grants totaling approximately ened. $25,000 to seven Westfield organiza- The Life Center program of Union lions. County College received $1,400 in The largest grant, $15,000 was seed money to offer a course for gi ven to the United Fund of Westfield Westfield senior citizens in a to help that group achieve its 1994 Westfield location. campaign goal. Contact We Care, the agency which The Westfield High School Ice offers telephone relay services to the Hockey Association received $2,500 hearing impaired, received $ 1.200to in a two-for-onc matching seed grant fund modifications to its new head- to aid them in funding a varsity ice quarters. hockey tram. The New Jersey Youth Symphony The Westfield Community Play- recei ved $500 to help defray expenses ers, the town's amateur theatrical associated wi th its two Junior Stri ngs group, received $2,000 to help defray concerns, which are held in Weslfield. costs for new fireproof stage cur- The Westfield Foundation is the tains. town's community foundation, es- Community Access's Home Share tablished in 1975 toenhance inequal- ity of life in Westfield. The founda- CRA.VELY IMTERESTINC.Nicolc Brunetto and Allison Grow, third-grad- Program was given $2,000. The pro- ers from McKJnJey School In Westfleld, hold up rubbings of gravestones they gram offers individuals who arc in tion, with assetsof $2.5 million, funds nude during a recent class trip through Westfield to visit historical points of CHRISTMAS WISHES ...The Junior Woman's Club of Westfield is once again jeopardy of having to give up their worthwhile projects and programs Interest. sponsoring the Christmas Wish Tree to benefit needy families in conjunction homes, due to financial hardship, an for the betterment of Weslfield. with St. Helen's Roman Catholic Church in Westfield. Parishioners and club alternative by matching them with For more information about the members annually donate approximately 5,000 gifts to area families through Westfield Foundation, please contact some 12 local charities, churches and other organizations. Donations to the Wish someone who is in need of h. using. New Workshop Instructor Tree may be made by selecting ornaments for the trees located at Si. Helen's By sharing space in the home, the Executive Director, Mrs. Freia following masses through Sunday, December 11. Sorting of all donated gifts will Mitarai, at 233-9787. be on Monday, December 12, at S p.m. at Si. Helen's Parish Center located on To Teach Suzuki Piano Rahway Avenue, adjacent to he church. Please contact Mrs. Pamela Wiar/ek, Board Expected to Seat Chairman of the Wish Tree Committee, at 232-8630, with any questions. The New Jersey Workshop for the Pictured writing or namenlsare Mrs. I.ani Dornfeld and Mrs. Cynthia Gallagher, Arts has hired Mrs. Laura Smaling, a bolhofWestfield. Mr. Toriello as New Member piano teacher accomplished in the Suzuki Talent Education approach. member will serve until the April 18 Committees. He also served on the "The Suzuki approach is based on Agency's Plan to Reroute school election. Curriculum and Instruction and the the philosophies of Dr. Shinichi At that time, the seat vacated by Programs and Policies Committees. SuzukiofJapan.lt emphasizes learn- Mr. Flast will be filled by voters. That He was acitizenmetnber of the town- ing music in a manner similar to Planes Called Unacceptable seat will be for the two years remain- wide Citizens Advisory Committee learning language. Much like the ing in Mr. Flast's three-year term that on Enrollment Projections and Build- method a child learns its native lan- began in April. ing Usage in 1990-1991. guage, a student learns to play music proposal would "merely result inother favor and one against the agency's Mrs. Pepper said that last Decem- Mr.Toriello.aresidenlofWestfield through imitation. Daily listening to communities being subjected to in- recommendation. Dennis Hardie said ber, the Board of Education under- for the past 12 years, is a partner in recordingsof its repertoire is the cen- tolerable levels of aircraft noise." he was in favor of the agency's plan, took a lengthy, time-consuming pro- theNew York City lawfirm of Haight, ter of the approach," a spokesman He accused the agency of "trans- which he helped develop, because it cess to fill vacancies that included Gardner, Poor and Havens in New said. ferring" the noise to another part of would provide immediate relief for asking for applications from inter- York City. He earned a Bachelor's "All of its repertoire is memorized, the state which deemed was "unac- Union County residents. Mr. Hardie ested citizens and interviewing 13 Degree from Brooklyn Collegeand a ceptable" and for which he was "ex- was theonly memberof the coalition's this helps the child's development of candidates. Juris Doctor Degree from St. John's concentration,discipline and memo- tremely concerned." 22 directors to vote in favor of the University School of Law where he agency's plan. "This time." she continued, "the rizing abilities. This enables students, Upon their i nvestigation, members board opted for a more direct ap- served as Articles Editor of the Si. of Representative Franks'office have to perform naturally for they haven Mr. Hardie explained the plan pointment because of the press of John's Law Review. mental library of memorized pieces determined the agency's proposal would shift airtraftlcdepartures from board business. We have a public He is admitted to the Bar of New Mrs. Laura Smaling would only reduce air traffic noise by available for performance. However, a navigation device located at New- bond referendum in less than a month Jersey and New York. He lives on other repertoire that is not memo- certificate program in piano peda- three-tenths of a decibel in two ark International to one at the Sol berg and the need to develop a school Westfield Avenue with his wife, Cranford neighborhoods which the rized is also taught to help develop gogy- Airport in Hunterdon County. He told budget for next year. Mr. Toriello's Marilyn, and children: Kristen.ajun- reading abilities," a spokesman said. Mrs. Smaling has been a piano Representative said would be "insig- those in attendance that no matter past experience as head of the board's ior at Westfield High School; John, a nificant." "The goal of the program is to give teacher for the past six years in both which solution is implemented, air- Finance Committee will add imme- seventh-grade student at Edison In- each child a positive, happy experi- Michigan and New Jersey. She has Two Scotch Plains residents also planes will fly over populated areas. diate, invaluable help to the board." termediate School; Matthew, a fourth- spoke during the hearing with one in ence in music with an emphasis on worked as a church organist at the He said the coalition's proposal to Mr. Toriello was elected by 3,423 grade student at Tamaques School, cooperation rather than competition," Baptist Church in Springfield, Illi- shift air traffic over the ocean would citizens — he garnered the highest and Suzanne, a kindergarten student commented Mrs. Smaling. "The pro- nois and the First United Methodist Six Properties Change cause airplanes to fly over populated number of votes among the candi- at St. Paul's Nursery School. gram works for any child can de- Church in Hancock, Michigan. She areas of Staten Island and Monmouth dates — to a three-year term on the Mr. Toriello's appointment will be velop a high ability when exposed to has assisted several high school choirs Ownership in Town County. Board of Education in 1986. Leader- effective from November 22 until the a nurturing environment." in their productions. Richard Obrock came to the meet- Recent real estate transactions are ship roles includes his election as April School Election. If'hewishesto She is a native of Springfield, Illi- provided by The Weslfield Leader in ing dressed as a clown in order to put Vice President in 1987 and 1988 and remai n on the school board after April, Mrs. Smaling teaches both Suzuki an emphasis on why the agency is nois who recently moved to New and traditional piano methods as a cooperation with the office of Tax chairmanship ofboth the Finance and lie will have to become a candidate Jersey from Michigan. Assessor Robert W. Brennan. opposed to rerouting air traffic over the Staff Relations/Negotiations for election. In April, in addition to basis for lessons lor a variety of styles the ocean. She received a Bachelors of Arts and period. Theory and earn training The first set of names or names is the two-year term voters will also Degree in Theater and Music from plays an instrumental role in the les- the seller and the second set of names When identifying himself as a Giants Rename Brown elect citizens to three other three- son. Scotch Plains resident he reportedly the University of Wisconsin at Madi- or name is the buyer. year terms for a total of four seats up son. She acquired o Masters of Sci- The sales prices are those recorded noted, "For the record, that's Plains Starting Quarterback for election or reelection. Please call 232-3230 for addi tional ence in Administration from Central information. by the Register of Deeds at the Union not Planes." CONTMUEDHKMIMaf I Mr. Obrock gave 10 reasons of Michigan University. She attended County Court House complex in with Brown despite the high number SuzukiTeacherTraining at the Ameri- Elizabeth. why he felt the aviation agency was of interceptions the Giants signal- Tri Deltas Slate Few Clues Surface against the coalition's proposal. The can Suzuki Summer Institute in An article similar to this one ap- caller threw. Christmas Meeting Stevens Point Wisconsin. She is cur- pears weekly. top reason was, "It makes perfect He suggested Brown should look Regarding Murder sense." The members of the Westfield rently enrolled in Westminster Choir David and Laura Cramer, to more at his entire collection of re- College in Princeton working on a C0VTMJED FROM PMC t Stephen C. and Christina M. Roussin, The agency also held hearings in AlumnaeChapter of Delta Delta Delta ceivers rather than "eyeballing" one will gather for their Christmas Meet- the LaGuardia Airport Marriott Ho- 7 Kent Place, $500,000. Tinton Falls and Bridgewater. receiver. He said this mistake has tel and would spend the night there. Anthony and Patricia Donato, to F. ing and ornament exchange at 7:30 often "tipped-off* other defenses p.m. on Wednesday, December 7, at 'Y' Offers Programs It was also discovered that Mr. Kevin Lynch and Isabel Warren Kristine Hager about the plays the Giants are run- Wunderle was expected at a Cham- Lynch, 529 Wychwood Road, the home of Mrs. Robert List, 233 For Older Adults Cited for Academics ning. Jefferson Avenue. ber of Commerce meeting in $425,000. Brown was named the startingquar- Programs abound for the active Mountainside the same night. Mrs. S B DCompany, toKDS Invest- The Edward J. Bloustein Distin- Please bring non-perishable food older adult at the Westfield "Y," 220 terback for the team in this past Mon- items for the food pantry. Wunderle later told authorities she ment Company, 828 South Avenue guished Scholars were announced by day night's contest against the Hous- Clark Street. Westfield. Sister V.. Eloise Claire, Directress of Any Tri Deltas wishing to attend was unaware of those plans, and her West, $620,000. ton Oilers in Texas. "The hottest new program for se- husband's plans often changed at the S M F, a New Jersey Partnership, to Mount Saint Mary Academy. and who have not been contacted niors is our Line Dance & Step Kristine Hager, daughterof Russell may call Mrs. Clyde McBrideat233- last minute due to his hectic sched- Suzanne Offen and Russell Wolfe, Aerobics Class. Students learn the ule. Jr., 524 Westfield Avenue, S35O,O0O. Hager andstep-daughterof Mrs. Mary of their class with a minimum 1,200 9197. latest Line and Country and Western Gilbert and Vera Neufeld, to Jef- Poon of Wpstfield, is among those Scholastic Aptitude Test score. dances, followed by a segment using He was last seen at his office at frey and Cheryl Cohen, 213 Welch students selected for this award. Distinguished Scholars Program the Step, the most popular prop in 8:45 p.m. on the night of the killing Way, $284,000. Distinguished Scholar awards are provides, without regard to financial fitness today," a spokesman said. which was said to be several hours William and Susan Erni, to Marc offered both to students who rank need, a $1,000 annual scholarship "The Step segment has all of the after the time he normally would leave Dibartolomeo and Grace C. first, second or third in their class as award for up to four years of under- elements of a regular step class, but is work. Cannistra, 1730 Boulevard, of the end of their junior year and to graduate study at a New Jersey col- performed at a lower level — appro- Mr. Critchley was quoted as saying $180,000. those who rank in the top 10 per cent lege or university. priate for the activesenior,"he added. new information has emerged in the "Thisclass is also the perfect intro- case through separate investigations. duction to fitness for individuals who He has not released that information have never exercised or who have • to the press. been away from it for a long time. Mr. Crilchley has said authorities The pig is the best problem have ruled out a random robbery that solver among the hoofed animals. Don't miss out, call the 'Y' today at 233-2700," he said. turned violent as the cause of the murder, since those responsible for the killing did not take the victim's — Serving the Town Since 1890 — Here's Where to Buy watch although they did remove his P.O. Box 250,50 Elm Street • Westfield, N J. 07091 wallet. Mr. Wunderle, who was a native of Ohio, moved to New Jersey in 1974. Dear Westfielder: He received his undergraduate de- ittxtlu yziettvtt gree from Rutgers University in New The Weslfield Leader has the highest readership of any paid weekly newspaper in Union Brunswick and his master's and doc- County - with nearly two-thirds of our town's households numbered as paid subscribers. 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With all good regards, Foodtown Supermarket Seven-Eleven of Westfield Mr. Cobum clai med his property would 219 Elm Street 1200 South Avenue West be affected by the extension. There is a Westfield Westlield fence and trees between the properties. Mr. Sullivan must submit ;i new site Hershey's Seven-Eleven of Mountainside plan lolhc board, including a 160-squarc- Kurt C. Bauer, Publisher 221 South Avenue West 921 Mountain Avenue foot covered deck, (hut was noli ndicntcd Westfield Mountainside on the original drawing. Hidi's Super X Drugs Inappcalscarriedovcr from last month, (Payment in Advance Please) 484 Fourth Avenue Central and South Avenues Mr. and Mrs. Michael Scidcl of 1009 Garwood Westfield MardingSlrcct wcrcgranlcd a variance to extend a front-door vcslinul out to the In-County Subscriptions, $16 • College Subscriptions, $14 King's Super Market Ted's Smoke Shop line of the existing garage wall. (September to May) 300 South Avenue 108 Elm Street Mrs. Immaculalla DcMarco of 335 Garwood Westfield West Broad Street was granted a variance Out-of-County Subscriptions, $20 Krauszer's to add a bathroom on the first floor. Towne Delicatessen Ronald Frigcrio of 924 New England 727 Central Avenue 1120 South Avenue West Dri ve was granted a side-yard variance to SUBSCRIBE NOW! Westlield Westfield build a one-story, 18-foot deep addition. Maria's Cafe Westfleld Card Store The.cxlcnsion will be a little over two feet NAME 615 South Avenue 261 South Avenua into the 15-fool side-yard requirement. Westfield Westfield According lo Mrs. llerhcrich, the re- STREET quirement was previously 13 feet at the Mountainside Drug Westfield Motor Inn site. CITY PHONE 899 Mountain Avenue 435 North Avenue West Mr. and Mrs. William Hammon of Mountainside Westfield 1011 Riplcy Avenue were granted sidc- ZIP and rear-yard variances for a two-story Westiield Train Station addition. They had already received vari- South Avenue ances for a one-story structure when the Westlield health of their elderly parents presented the need for another story. Thursday, November 24,1994 Page 11 Lawrence Edges Raider Booters, 2-1, in Group No. 3 Championship Trie Scotch Plains-Fanwood Varsity Boys Soccer Team bid for its fifth Group •No.3Championshipendedindisappoint- menl with a 2-1 loss in double overtime • November 18atTrenton State College in Ewing Township. The team has partici- SPORTS . paled in six of the past 10 Group No. 3 finals. oulshot Lawrence 14-9 in the second half. past three/Raider defenders. Citrone hit a Lawrence senior forward Joe Franc This came after their opponents outshol crossing pass to a streaking Franc who won the game with five minutes and 37 them in the opening half 9-3. blasted a shot past Vecchione for the 1 seconds remaining in the second over- Ethan Citrone took the ball down the winner. time period. Despite ihe score the Raiders left sideline for Lawrence and dribbled Aftera scoreless first half, DougZitsch of Scotch Plains- Fanwood hit a long shot from 25 yards out that surprised Lawrence goaltender Keith Richardson who had A Team Wins Title learned lo his left and was unable to get back as the ball whizzed by his rit'H for a I -0 Raider lead. Russ Frame had hit a floater shop for In Suburban Football the Raiders 40yards oulsidc the Lawrence goal at which point a Lawrence player While the B and C teams fell, Jim Mitchell at center, handling the long headed the ball only to lose control of it Westfield's A team claimed the Subur- snaps flawlessly, and Matt Morrison on Zilsch, a senior striker, who than scored. the offensive line. Linebacker Tony ban Youth Football League A Division Zitsch scored jusl live seconds after championship and capped an unbeaten Constrantino, end Pat Tuohy and tackle Cam Kelly played great defense, as did replacing Rob DeSantis who was forced William A. Burke lor The West/told Lead .season on November 20 at Frey Field in to leave the game with an injury. The goal FORMER DEVILS... Iwelve athletes and the nationally-ranked 1924 Girls' Basketball Team at Westfield High School Berkeley Heights. Coach Tim Doerr's A safety Jimmy Banta. who led the team in were Inducted into the school's first-ever sports Hall of Fame on November 21. Among those honored, left to right, were: takeaways. was jusl the third of the season for Zitsch. Team, successors to last year's record- Also injured was Mike Horev whose shot Lee M. Hale, who was the presenter for former Varsity Head Football Coach and Athletic Director Gary Kehler; Gerry setting B Division squad, won handily Berkeley Heights closed their season in the 28th minute sailed over the McGinley, a star on the unbeaten 1947 football team; Bob Clot worthy, a star diver on the swimming team in the 1940's, over their hosts to Finish the season at 9- at 7-2. Lawrence net. Lawrence quickly came and Sam Mitchell, who was a top achiever on football, basketball and baseball teams during the same decade. 0. Over the course of three seasons to- Berkeley Heights C, 25; Westfield C, 7 back to lie the game only to have that goal gether, the group of boys comprising the Lou Mercer scampered 35 yards for a nullified due a penally. However, Franc championship squad compiled a record score with about four minutes left in the scored his first goal of the game off a of 26 wins and one loss in winning three game to salvage some pride for Ihe C direct kick a minute later with his 28th league titles. The other titles also went to Devils. But Berkeley Heights had won goal of ihe season. The goal went overthe Twelve Athletes Are Inductees undefeated, untied teams: Scotch Plains the game in the first quarter, scoring head of Vecchione and into the back of in the B Division and Summit in the C touchdowns the first two times they got the net. Division. Meanwhile, Westfield's B the ball. Quarterback Rob Findlay faked left then swept to the right and ran 47 The direel kick was awarded to To First High School Hall of Fame , Team finished 3-6 and the CTeam lost its Lawrence after Scotch Plains-Fanwood third straight game to end at 4-5. yards for the first score. After getting the ball back in Westfield territory. Findlay was panalized lor taking down Franc Twelve athletes who made out- pion under Kehler in 1970. Jackson defeated in a dual meet during his WestfleM A, 32; Berkeley Heights A, 8 from behind just oulside the box. tossed 14yardstoMikePawlowskitoup standing contributions at Westfield was also Ihe only football player to diving career in the late 1940s. He Speed kills. Westfield's Thomas Lee Two Lawrence players shielded the and his A Team cohorts provided a deadly the score lo 12-0. Findlay scored again High School were named to the first start every game for three years dur- won three state titles and went on to just before the half on a two-yard keeper ball from the Raiders at which point Franc dose of it in knockingoff their hosts asthe approached Ihe kick as the two players Westfield Athletic Hall of Fame, ing a career he capped with All-State win a National Collegiate Athletic one play after Brian Ludlum was stripped November 21, The event was held at ' Blue Devils turned in their most impres- of the ball near his own goal. Findlay split apart enabling Franc lo sneak a shot honors. Association championship al Ohio sive performance of the campaign to cap capped his three-louchdown day with a into the left corner of the Raider net. the Weslwood in Garwood. • Dave Morash who starred on the State andin 1956heclaimed an Olym- ' their unbeaten season. The fleet-footed 13-yard keeper around left end at the start The Raiders put Ihe heat on the The distinguished list was headed football and wrestling teams, and won pic gold medal. ; Lee had three interceptions, three touch- of the final period. Pawlowski, who Lawrence goalie as they tried to take the by Gary Kehler, the former football, state wrestling crowns in 1962 and • Marilyn Diamond who was the downs and two extra points. He burned missed three conversion kicks after his lead. Junior midfielder Jason Brclinsky wrestling and golf coach whose ca- 1963 for Kehler. 'Berkeley Heights twice in the first quar- coach of the girls' swimming team, first successful one was negated by a got a breakaway which ended with a reer began in the late 1950s andended • Bob Clotworthy who was never ' tcr, on a 65-yard interception return on which dominated during her 12-year penally, booted through the final point. strong shot-on-goal that would have been at Westfield when he retired as the the game's fourth play and then on a 55- a score if not for Richardson who made tenure which ended in 1989 after Brian Butts picked up Westfield's point- Athletic Directorjust over ayear ago. ' yard reception from tailback Brandon after-attempt. the save. eight state championships and nine Also honored were: Doerr on Westfield's first offensive se- Jusl minutes later Scan Danbaugh had Youth Baseball Sets Union County titles, She coached her ries. Michael Duelks, David King, Diano • Glen Kehler, an-All-State full- teams to a stale-record 74-malch win- Reavis and Ricky Roig played sharply in his shot-on-goal stuffed by Richardson. Doerr also connected for S3 yards to After knocking Ihe shot away the back for his father's teams during the Final Signup Dates ning streak. Brent Kinney to give the Devils an 18-0 the final for the Blue Devils. Scolt The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Lawrence goalie won a foot race to the early and mid-1970s. • Gerry McGinley, an All-Stater 'iialfti me lead. Lee returned another inter- Shcppard had an interception for Berke- Baseball Association will conduct 1 loose ball against Zilsch which forced the • Jeff Torborg, who gained fame on the unbeaten gridiron team in 1947, ception 45 yards in Ihe third quarter to ley Heights, while Nico DcLorenzo and an additional and final registration Mike Mangold excelled on both offense game into overtime. for his professional baseball career, who went on to star at the University complete his scoring hat trick and then on Wednesday, December 7, from and defense. Berkeley Heights finished In the first half, Vecchione had a big first as a catcher during the 1960s, of Pennsylvania. ' pulled down another Berkeley Heights save when he stopped a stinging shot 7 to 9 p.m. at the Scotch Plains- at 3-6 and spoiled Westfield's chance for and then as a manager for such teams • Sam Mitchell who was one of pass in the fourth stanza to set up Todd from Alex Crespo who had taken a re- Fanwood High School cafeteria. - Dowling's four-yard scoring scamper. a winning season, leaving the C Devils al as the Mets, White Sox and Indians. the most versalileathletes who gained 4-5. bound off the Raider post off lhat came This is the last chance parents Only a bad bounce on a double turn- • ChrisCampbell, who wasastate All-State honors in football, basket- from a shol by Lawrence midfielder An- will have to enroll youngsters in over prevented a whitewash: Westficld Ihony Nasuti. Crespo's shot was from wrestling champion under Kehler in ball and baseball before graduating SUBURBAN YOUTH the 1995 program. The association safety Erik Lund tipped Billy Maillcr's point-blank range. Vecchione made a 1973 and went on to win two Na- in 1949. His collegiate career was pass into the waiting arms of Mike Stotlcr has programs for Scotch Plai ns and quick foot save to negate (he goal. tional Collegiate Athletic Associa- also bright for the Uni versity of Wash- • atmidfield. Stotler hobbled Ihe ball while Fan woodchildren of all age groups. A DIVISION The loss for the Raiders ended a strong tion titles for Iowa and was a member ington football team. He later was a being tackled, right into the arms of Ber- Any questions about this final reg- WMtfi*M,32 Berkeley Heights. 1 season which saw (he learn finish with a of two United States Olympic teams, minor league baseball player with the keley Heights receiver Greg Fevola, who MiHbum, 6 Sprin•field, 0 (Forfeit) istration should be directed to Presi- 17-4-3 mark which had Ihcm ranked 19th who joined his former coach at the Philadelphia Phillies. • raced 50yardsforlhe touchdown. Mailler Cranfort,20 Scotch Plaint. 0 in Ihe state by The Star-Ledger. The team dent Tom Paterson at 322-4117 or Perth Amboy, 13 festivities. • Lee Waring who was the star on /kicked the two extra points. Summit, 23 made il lo the semi-finals of the Union Registration Chairman Tom Atkins Lund had his best game of the season Chatham, 30 Hanover, 0 Also being inducted were: the Westfield football teams in the a DIVISION County Tournament last month before at 889-5812. bn defense. His tight pass coverage helped losing la Wcslfield 3-2, a team they had • Joe WiendI, a stale champion in early 1930s. His 35 points in a game teammates StoHer, Kevin McCormick, ' beaten in the regular season just days wrestling in 1964 and a two-way end stood until Glen Kehler rang up 36 in SprinaftwTt MiHbum; 0 Halt the seetet ol getting along with Brian Russo and Lamont Turner pick off Scotch Plains, 3( Cranford,0 before. for Kehler, who continued his wres- 1973 against Middletown. Waring's enemy passes. On the day, Westficld had Perth Amboy, 11 Summit, 0 Scotch Plains-Fanwood had advanced tling career at Wilkes College. He people is consideration ol their 90-yard interception return is still a seven interceptions. The Devils also got Chatham, 14 Hanover, 6 values: Ihe other hall is tolerance in lo Ihe state championship by bealing later coached in college at West Poinl Westfield record. two quarterback sacks from Rob Albino C DIVISION Wayne Valley 3-0 in the semifinals last and the University of Tampa. one's own views. and ferocious line play from Marcus »erkeleyHelghts,25 WettfltM,7 • The nationally-ranked 1924 week. Other victories inthc playoffs were • Frank Jackson, wrestling cham- Daniel Frohman Thornton and Greg Jackson. Millbum, 6 scored over Wcsl Essex and Livingston. girls' basketball team. Berkeley Heights, B, 13; Westflcld B,7 Crantori, 13 Scotch Plains, 0 Summit, IS Perth Amboy, 0 The win over Livingston gave Ihe Raid- Oh, the little things that make the dif- Hanovtr, 13 Chatham, 6 ers the Group No. 3, Section No. 2 title ference between winning and losing. Eric STANOINGS Canlagalo's 60-yard sweep around left A DIVISION end broke a 7-7 tie in the fourth quarter w-t-r pp. PA«. Westfield's Surgent and sent the Westfield B's to their second WntfltM 944 145 3« WESTFIELD SOCCER straight heartbreaking loss. 5umnN 7-1-1 1H 45 Captures Gymnastics Chatham 5-3-1 75 101 W.S.A. YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION The B Devils turned in another fine Cranlord 5-44 124 70 Ail-Around Title performance in what looks, statistically, Perth Amboy 44-1 12 «0 David Surgent, a senior at West- like a losing season. But even with their Millbum 4-4-1 73 »5 |t< >X 5!U, WKSTFIEl.D, NEW JERSEY 0709! season-ending loss, this vastly improved Scotch Plaint 3-4-2 13 78 Held High school, won the all-a-oun NORTHEASTERLY Side Of GALLOPING Nearest Cross Street: Situate at the In- Lot 1148 Block: 7. THE ABOVE PROPERTIES ARE BEING 27 minutes East 52 feet to the mlses. A full iBgal description Is Included HILL ROAD, 19.84 feet from the NORTH- tersection of the northwesterly side ot Dimensions: 100 x 100. SOLO IN BULK point and place of BEGINNING. In tha Notice of Lls Pendens No. 179-Q WESTERLY side of BROWNING AVENUE. Stiles Street with the Southwesterly side Nearest Cross Street: Franklin Street There Is due approximately the sum of There is due approximately the 9um of recorded on March 21, 1B94 In the Office There la due approximately the Bum of of Chllton Street. There Is due approximately the sum of $243,857.09 together with lawful InterBSt $109,336.35 together with lawful Interest of the clerk of Union County. $169,738.98 together with lawful Interest There Is due approximately the sum of $582,015.35. together with lawful Interest and costs. and costs. There Is due approximately the sum of and costs. $278,209.73 together wltn lawful Interest and coBts. There Is a full legal description on file In There Is a full legal description on file In $269,580.18 together with lawful Interest There Is a full legal description on file In and cost9. There Is a full legal description on file In the Union CounTy Sheriffs Office. the Union Counry Sheriff's Office. and costs. the Union County Sheriff's Office. There Is a full looal description on file In tho Union County Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff reservesthe right to adlourn The Sheriff reserves the right lo adjourn There Is a full legal description on file Irt The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn the Union County Sherlff'B Office. The Sheriff reserves the rleht to adjourn this sale. this sale. the Union County Sheriffs Ofilce. this sale. The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH RALPH FROEHLICH The- Sheriff reserves tha right to adjourn RALPH FROEHLICH this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH SHERIFF SHERIFF this sals. SHERIFF RALPH FHOEHLICH SHERIFF NORRIS, MCLAUGHLIN & MARCUS. ZUCKER, GOLDBERG. BECKER & RALPH FROEHLICH SHAPIRO & KREISMAN (CH) Attorney SHERIFF TOLL. SULLIVAN AND LUTHMAN, Attorney ACKERMAN, Attorney SHERIFF Trlpolnte Building LEVY, LYBECK, BERTELE & BECK, Attorney 721 Route 202-206 1955 Springfield Avenue HERALD B> HAINES Attorney 457 Haddonfleld Road Attorney Suite 509 P.O.BOX 1018 P. O. Box 307 25 Independence Boulevard Suite 420 385 Morrla Avenue 1415 East Route 70 Somervllle, New Jersey 08876-1018 Maplewood, New Jersey 07040 Warren. New Jersey 07059-6747 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002 Springfield. New Jersey 07081 Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 CH-751464(WL) CH-751453{WL) CH-751468(WL) CH-761475CWL) CH-751472CWL) CH-751462(WL) 4T-11/3, 11/10. 4T-11/3.11/10, 4T-11/3, 11/10, 4T-11/10, 11/17. 4T- 11/10,11/17, 4T-11/3, 11/10, 11/17 & 11/24/94 Fee:$201.9B 11/17 111/24/94 Fee: $201.96 11/17 il 1/24/94 Fee: $199.92 11/24 8. 12/1/94 Fee: $169.32 11/24 & 12/1/94 Fee: $167.08 11/17 & 11/24/94 Fee: $144.84 Thursday, November 24,1994 Page 13 Jerseyaires Chorus Show Set for December 3 and 4 "A Cappella Jamboree," an assem- ern cappella music while the 60-man blage of barbershop style vocal mu- Rahway Valley Jerseyaires, directed sic, will be presented Saturday and by James Bazewicz, will also perform. Sunday, December 3 and 4, by the Show times are 8 p.m. on Decem- Rahway Valley Jerseyaires Chorus at bers and 2p.m., December4.Tickets Westfield High School located Dorian are $10 per person in advance and Road. S12 at the door. Children, 12-and- "In order to increase the public urtder will be admitted free when awareness of this form of singing, we accompanied by an adult. have undertaken a conscious effort to Tickets may be purchased at the share our singing style with non-tra- Music Staff, located at 9 Elm Street, ditional audiences," a spokesman and from the Bandstand at 138 Broad said. Street, both in downtown Westfield, "Never before in our 48-year his- and also at Crisanti's Shoe Store lo- tory have we featured such a diverse cated at 304 Centennial Avenue in program of a cappelia singing as that Cranford. which wi II be performed on this year's For more information, please con- Annual December Show. In fact, we tact Charles De Agazio 494-3580 or LIFE-SAVING LEARNlNC.Inslde the Saint Barnabas Burn Center Fire have changed the name from Har- any Jerseyaires member. Safely House, Florham Park volunteer fireman, Jack O'Connor, recently mony Holiday to A Cappella Jambo- The Rahway Valley Jerseyaires , visited with third-graders from McKinley School In Westfield to Instruct them Chorus meets every Monday evening RECENT GRAIMJATF.Mrs. Marcia Reardon of Westfield, center, poses A on fire safety in the home. ree to reflect this," he noted. Not only will the show feature the at7:30p.m. at the First Baptist Church her graduation from the Nicholas Quadrel Healthy Heart Center, Rahway located at 170ElmStreet in Westfield. Hospital's cardiac rehabilitation program, with Mrs. Catherine Quadrel, wife division champion quartet, "Music or the late Mr. Quadrel, and Dr. Michael Chen, Medical Director. Street," and comedy quartet called "Men of all ages and interests are Local Teachers Awarded "Four on the Town" but the Black invited to learn more about our chap- gospel group, "Psalms 100," whose ter and to join in our fellowship and WESTFIELD POLICE BLOTTER Grants for Winning Projects musical director composed some of singing," said Mr. Bazewicz. Require- the scores they will perform. ments for membership in the chorus Mrs. Helen Comba and Dr. Worlds," a science program designed A group of young men, called are not stringent. Applicants must Acts of Vandalism Told Lawrence Siegel, both Westfield resi- to heighten awareness and to moti- "Debbonair," who are both in high have blending voices, but the ability dents, were among 56 teachers to vate young children's interest in the school and college, will perform do- to read music is not a prerequisite. receive A+ for Kids Teacher Net- world. wop style music. A group of college For further information, please At Four Public Schools work grant awards. The award ban- A+ for Kids Teacher Network is a students from Drew University called contact Richard Bodmer at 233-7188 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 were arrested for breaking bottles on quet was hosted by a television sta- statewide teacher incentive and rec- "On a Different Note" will sing mod- or Charles Spozdzial at 925-2629. • AScotchPlainswomanreported East Broad Street. GaUui w;is issued tion in Secaucus. Television and ognition program founded in 1988 the theft of a cellular telephone from a summons and released. The juve- movie star, John Amos, served as and funded by major New Jersey her car parked at the Westfield "Y" nile was turned over to a parent. Master of Ceremonies, corporations and foundations in part- on Ferris Place. • A Norman Place resident lokl Mrs. Comba's award-winning nership to salute excellence in the WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16 police someone broke into her car project, "Kids and Parents Publica- field of teaching. • A Coolidge Street man reported and stole a stereo. tion," is a language arts curriculum "Our major goal is to provide teach- being harassed by a person known to SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19 for grades two through eight which ers with proven innovative classroom him. • An unknown person tried to steal involves the parts in workshops to ideas which improve student perfor- • Someone smashed a water foun- a car from Shackamaxon Drive. produce books written and illustrated mance," statedMiss Joyce M. Kersey, tain at Gumpert Field on South Chest- • A mail carrier from the Moun- by their children. Mrs. Comba has Executive Director of the program. nut Street. tainside Post Office reported the theft been a teacher for more than nine "We find creative teachers with good THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17 of a tray of mail from his mail truck years in the Chatham School District. ideas and connect them with other • An East Broad Street man told parked on Alden Avenue. Dr. Siegel, a teacher at the F. N. teachers to share these ideas. Annu- police someone vandalized his prop- SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20 Brown Elementary School in Verona, ally, new award-winning projects are erty. • Theheadcustodianof'Rooseveit received his award for the project, published in our Idea Catalog." • A Neshanic Station woman re- Intermediate School said someone "New Kinderscience: Unseen ported a theft from a residence on entered the metal shop through ;m East Broad Street. exterior window. It is unknown what • A bicycle was stolen from a is missing. closed garage on Prospect Street. • Someone broke a window at Town Welcome Wagon Marks • Unknown persons painted graf- Franklin Elementary School on Pros- fiti on an entrance at the Westfield pect Street. Anniversary of Its 35th Year High School on Dorian Road. Our fathers valued change for !/> the lullcr dents of Westfield have seen the club Clinical Nurse, and Mrs. Fleurette Feinberg, another resident in the Focus Unit lies to their new surroundings. or Meridian at Westfleld, are shown recently. a vehicle on Orchard Street. [lull III'fTOIlllllrss. The club also provides opportuni- grow and flourish far beyond expec- • Christopher Galati, 19, of Pros- Vf. SlHIMTM'l Mllllf.'li:llll ties for new residents to meet their tations, starting with just 20 mem- pect Street and a 14-year-old juvenile PUBLIC NOTICE bers," stated Mrs. Cynthia Schofield, neighbors, to socialize and to learn SHERIFF'S 8ALE about the community and its service Club Advisor for the entire 35 years. Miss Conley, Mr. Pellegrino PUBLIC NOTICE Prospective member coffees are SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JEF1SEY. operations such as the Westfield Day NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the CHANCERY DIVISION. UNION COUNTY. Care Center, the Westfield Squad, the held several times a years. meeting of the Zoning Board of Adjust- DOCKET NO. F-15174-92. Join Staff at Meridian PRINCETON BANK AND TRUST COM- Shoe Clinic, and the Holy Trinity New residents looking for fun and ment of the Township of Scotch Plains on sive geropsychiatric background as Nevambar 10, 1994, the following deci- PANY. N. A.. AS CO-TRUSTEE UNDERTHE Roman CatholioChurchof Westfield companionship are welcomed, to :Mttm fc»sr Coniey^«r»«tt«efed POOLING AND SERVICING AGn EEMENT well as specific experience in sions of the Board were memorialized: Food Pantry. come to a coffee by sending a note to Nurse, was named senior Clinical Granted permission to DOMINICK DATED AS OF APRIL 30. 1990. SERIES the Welcome Wagon Club of West- Alzheimer's and related dementias. VERDIC, JR. to utilize the property located 1990-2. PLAINTIFF vs. MAGNOLIA These organizations have received '- ffurrse and Frank Pellegrino, a Recre- BROWN BRITTON: FLORENCE H. TEN She lives in Quakertown and is cur- at 1811 ROUTE 22 WEST. SCOTCH donations from the sale of three club field, P.O. Box 852, Westfield,07091, ation Therapist, at Meridian Nursing EYCK: STATE OF NEW JERSEY. DEFEN- rently pursing a Certificate of Geron- PLAINS (BLOCK 00B04, LOT 1) for the cook books. The first book, "The giving their name, address, and tele- Center of Westfield, 1515 Lamberts DANT. tology at the College of St. Elizabeth parking and storage of motor vehicles In Samples Cook Book," was published phone number. Mill Road, a member of the Genesis connection with adjacent lot. Waiver of CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION. in Convent Station. DATED AUGUST 23. 1993 FOn SALE OF in May of 1973. "Husbands enjoy attending many Health Network. site plan approval was also granted with Mr. Pellegrino, a former social MORTGAGED PREMISES. A dinner was held at Cortina Res- special club events. They meet other Both will work in the Focus Unit, a certain terms and conditions. key men from at 1 corners of our coun- worker, is now the Director of Activi- Granted permission to TERRILL ROAD By virtue of the above-stated writ of taurant in Cranford on November 17 specialized unit for Alzheimer's and BAPTIST CHURCHto replace existing sign execution to me directed I shall exposp ties for the Focus Unit. He comes to for sale by public vendue. (n nOOM 207. In to mark the 35th anniversary of the try and abroad," a spokeswoman said. related dementias. at the property located at 1330 TERRILL Membership benefitsincludeatele- Meridian from Preakness Hospital in the Court House. In the City of Eifenl'eth. Welcome Wagon Club of Westfield. Miss Conley earned her nursing ROAD, SCOTCH PLAINS (BLOCK 14901. New Jersey on WEDNESDAY THfi 141H phone call each month for a dinner Wayne, where he was a Recreation LOT 54) with free-standing sign In excess Eleven past presidents attended along degree from Muhlenberg Hospital DAY OF DECEMBER A.D.. 1994 iit two Therapist. He lives with his wife in of square footaga allowed, In accordance with 60 current members. Aside from reservation, a eight-page newsletter School of Nursing and has an exten- o'clock In the afternoon of said day. including the monthly calendar of North Plainfield. with plans submitted. each monthly meeting, the 188 mem- Granted permission to EVERGREEN The Judgment amount is $54.611.B8. events, and a weekly schedule of Property to be sold Is located in the bers are involved in smaller groups ELEMENTARY SCHOOL to erect a free- activities for children. standing sign at the property located at Town of Westfleld. County of Union, and Stats of New Jersey. within the club which schedule their 2280 EVERGREEN AVENUE. SCOTCH own programs. 'Emphasis' Flier Pushes PLAINS (BLOCK 3301. LOT 32) with cer- Premises commonly known ns' 568 tain terms and conditions. Oowner Street. Westfleld, New Jersey 07090. Granted permission to F.P.. R. F. and AC. REOENTHAL to retain storage shed Tax Lot No. 38, In Block No. 723. Case for Bond Proposal Approximate dimensions: 40 feet wide •t the property located at 408 ROBERTS LANE, SCOTCH PLAINS (BLOCK 6901. by 100 feet deep. The November issue of "Emphasis complished if it is supported by vot- LOT e) In •ceordtnee with plans submit- Nearest Cross Street: 40 feet on Education," the Westfield Board ers at the polls on December 13," she ted. northeastwardly from the northeasterly of Education's official newsletter stated. QranWd permission to MICHAEL and side of Union Avenue. which was published this week, in- "It is imperative our citizens make HALINA KASKIW to construct a rear-yard There Is due approximately tho sum of two-story addition at the property located $65,363.84 together with lawful Interest cludes information about the board's an informed decision, and they vote at 1S14 LAKE AVENUE, SCOTCH PLAINS and costs. proposed bond referendum and the in this special school election," she (BLOCK 12701. LOT 6) In accordance with There Is a full legal description on tile in recent town-wide survey which continued. "This issue is to important plans submitted. the Union County Sheriff's Office. sampled attitudes about the schools. to be decided by a small number of Granted permission to GAILSIBER.MD. The Sheriff reserves the i ightto adjourn to Install an In-ground swimming pool at this sale. "Publication of 'Emphasis' is an- people — it deserves a large vote the property located at 1776 MARTINE RALPH FRO6HLICH other step the Board of Education is because it will have an impact on our AVENUE. SCOTCH PLAINS (BLOCK SHERIFF taking to inform all citizens about the children.onourschools.onourhomes 12401, LOT 20) In accordance with plans BEATTIE PADOVANO. Attorney submitted. 50 Chestnut Ridge Road proposed bond referendum and to and on our community." P. O. Box 244 Sufficient copies of "Emphasis" . Linda M. Lies encourage a large voter turnout at the Secretary to the Montvale. New Jersey 07645 polls on December 13," said Mrs. are sent to the post office, so mail Zoning Board of Adjustment CH-750436 (WL) Susan H. Pepper, Board President. carriers can delivery a copy to each Township of Scotch Plains 4T- 1 1/17. 11/24, "If citizens need more information mail drop in the community. Resi- 1 T— 11/24/94. The Times Fee: $40.80 12/1 & 12/8/94 Fee: $169.32 or if they have questions about the dents who have not received copies PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE $7.6 million bond referendum, they can check with their mail carrier or can simply call any board member or obtain a copy at the board office, 302 SHERIFF'S SALE SHERIFF'S SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY. SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY. the Office of School Community Elm Street. CHANCERY DIVISION, UNION COUNTY. CHANCERY DIVISION. UNION COUNTY. Relations at 789-4430," Mrs. Pepper DOCKET NO. F-6382-94. DOCKET NO. F-1057-94. continued. PUBLIC NOTICE CITICORP MORTGAGE. INC. PLAINTIFF CITICORPMORTGAGE. INC. PLAINTIFF THIRTY-FIFTH ANNIVERSARY...Mrs. Cynthia SchoHeld.at left, advlsortor vs. JULIO M. SARDONE AND OLGA E. "The board's plan to build 22 addi- Notice Is hereby gtven that the ZONING vs. RAMON LA ROSA ET ALS, DEFEN- ieWelcomeWaKonClubofWestneld,thariksMrs.MargaretKlafter.Duaternan DANT. SARDONE. HIS WIFE. DEFENDANT. tional classrooms on four neighbor- BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF THE BOR- CIVIL ACTION. WRIT OF EXECUTION. for maS theT arrangements for the club's 35th anniversary dmncr held OUGH OF FANWOOD. after a public hear- CIVIL ACTION, WRIT OF EXECUTION. hood elementary schools and to pro- DATEO SEPTEMBER 9. 1994 FOR SALE DATED SEPTEMBER 12. 1994 FOR SALE November 17 at the Cortina Restaurant in Cranford. ing, granted approval to Mr. John Piccola OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. vide capital improvements to each of for a variance to permit the erection of a OF MORTGAGED PREMISES. By virtue of the above-stated writ of By virtue of the above-stated wnt cf our school buildings can only be ac- porch In the front yard on his property at execution to me directed I shall exposi- 14 Cray Terrace. Fanwood, New Jersey execution to me directed 1 shall expose for sale by public vendue. In ROOM 207. In tor sale by public vendue. In ROOM 20 7. in lo throw away an honest friend is to being Lot 22 Block 95. the Court House. In the City of Elizabeth. Documents pertaining to this applica- the Court House, In the City of Elizabeth. Ihiow your life away. New Jersey on WEDNESDAY THE 7TH New Jersey on WEDNESDAY inn 71 M tion are available for public Inspection at DAY OF DECEMBER A.D.. 1994 ot r>vp Sophocles the Borough Hall during normal business DAY OF DECEMBER A.D., 1994 at two o'clock In the afternoon of said day. o'clock In the afternoon of said day. The Judgment amount Is $103,268.31 Mr. John Piccola The Judgment amount is $110.200.8S. The property to bo sold is located intiv? 14 Cray Terrace The property to be sold Is located In the BOROUGH of ELIZABETH. New Jersey CITY of ELIZABETH intheCounty of UNION, Fanwood. New Jersey 07023 and the State ot New Jersey. 1 T — 11/24/94, The Times Fee: $14.79 07206. County of UNION and State of New Jersey. Commonly known as: 448 FULTON Commonlyknownas:326PlN6STREET, STREET. ELIZABETH. NEW JERSEY ~ PUBLIC NOTICE ELIZABETH. NEW JERSEY 07206. 07206. Tax Lot No. 478 In Block No 1 • Tax Lot No. 554 in Block No 3. WESTFIELD PLANNING. BOARD Dimension of Lot: 25 feet wide by 100 Dimensions of the Lot are (Approxi- THE WESTFIELD PLANNING BOARD feet long. mately) 100.00 feel wide by 25.00 Inel WILL MEET ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 5, NearestCrossStreet: Situated atapolnt long. 1994 IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT on the south westerly sideline of Pine Nearest Cross Street: Silunted en the THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING. 425 EAST Street distance approximately 325 feet SOUTHWESTERLY side of FULTON Thomas Bradley was the only BROAD STREET, WESTFIELO. NEW JER- north westerly from Its Intersection with STREET 175 00 feet Irom the SOUTH- person ever elected mayor of Los SEY AT 8:00 PM TO CONSIDER THE FOL- the north westerly sideline of 3rd Street. WESTERLY side ol FIFTH STREET. Angeles four times. LOWING APPLICATIONS: There Is due approximately the sum of There Is due approximately the sum of TOWN OF WESTFIELD PRELIMINARY $115,056.20 together with lawful Interest $149,829.01 together with lawful interest PLAT (CONSTRUCTION PLAN) FOR THE and costs. and costs. MAJOR SUBDIVISION OF LOT 3.01, There Is a full legal description on tile In There Is a full lenal description on MM in BLOCK 3607, UNION STREET. the Union County Sheriffs Office. the Union County Siiei ill's Ofiicu. TOWN OF WESTFIELD PRELIMINARY The Sheriff reserves the right to adjourn The Sheriff reserves tho ruihi to in!i:'i»n PLAT (CONSTRUCTION PLAN) FOR THE this sale. MAJOR SUBDIVISION OF LOT 1.01, this sale. RALPH FROEHLICH BLOCK 3606, MORRIS AVENUE. SHEHIS> PLANS AND APPLICATION AREON FILE SHERIFF FEIN, SUCH, KAHN AND SHEPARD SHAPIRO & KREISMAN v A IUM r, , Awareness Month In New Jersey during AVENUE WEST, WESTFIELD AND MAY Suite 420 BE SEEN MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY Suite 201 C ra ParslpPSny. New Jersey 07054 Cherry Hill. New Jersey OO00L> ? kik .,ff many supports gathered to join the fight against illiteracy. 830 AM TO 4:30 PM. i*t arc Mrs. Lauri ?Ann Roemmele, Executive Director or the CH-751479(WL) CH-7S1478(WL) KENNETH B. MARSH. SECRETARY 4T- 11/10, 11/17, 4T-11/10. 11/17, n Harriet Diamond of Westficld, President or Diamond Asso- Only gorillas living in cap- WESTFIELD PLANNING BOARD 11/24*12/1/94 Fee: $163.20 11/24 & 12/1/94 Fee: $163.20 nndRich ird A Lewin of Westfield, President and Chief Executive 1 T — 11 /24/94, The Leader Fee: $21.93 tivity eat meat. Page 14 Thursday, November 24,1994 History of Sheriff's Office Burger King Day to Aid Since 1857 to Be Told Chapter One Program Chief Sheriffs Officer Lester Anativeof Elizabeth, ChiefSargent Burger King of Scotch Plains con- and self-confidence necessary for Sargent Jr. of Cranford, author of a became a New Jersey Corrections tinues its practice of supporting local successful schooling," she continued. book on the Union County Sheriff's Officer in 1965. joined the Union non-profitorganizations with aChap- Proceeds from this fund-raiser will Office since it was formed in 1857, County Corrections Office in 1966 ter One Burger King Night on Thurs- be used to buy classroom materials will be quest speaker at the holiday and the Union County Sheriff's of- day, December 15. for the Chapter Oneclasses.Forques- meeting of the Union County His- fice in 1969. Anyone wishing to support Chap- tions or more i nformation, please call torical Society at 2:30 p.m. on Sun- He was promoted to sergeant in ter One need only mention the pro- 322-6994 or 322-9148. day, December 4, ut the Dr. Carl 1984, the first such promotions in 20 gram when placing an order, to eat in Hanson House at 28 Springfield Av- years. Naming to Lieutenant and or take out, between 4 and 8 p.m. on Parliamentarians enue, Cranford. Captain followed in December 1985 December 15. Burger King will do- and 1989, respectively. He was the nate a share of its profits to Chapter To Meet November 30 first Captain in the Sheriff's office One for every sale mentioningChap- The Cranford Unit of Parliamen- and became the First Chief in 1990, ter One. tarians will meet on Wednesday, No- Paul K. Gessner in charge of 144 officers and 20 cleri- Children in the Scotch Plains- vember 30, at the Cranford Free Pub- cal employees. Fan wood School District's pre-kin- lic Library located 224 Walnut Av- Elected President Mrs. Hazel Hardgrove of Spring- dergarten Chapter One classes wilt enue. The meeting will begin at 10 field has been elected as a member of lend a festive air with their artwork, a.m. by Mrs. William Minshall. Of Transportation Unit the Board of Trustees of the Union sent to the restaurant in time for this Members of the unit who attended Paul K. Gessner of Westfield has County Historical Society in theClass. special day. the convention of the New Jersey been elected President of the Trans- of 1997. Reelected as Trustees are "The Chapter One classes offer a State Association of Parliamentar- portation Research Forum at the Mrs. John Kean of Union Township, kindergarten readiness program, iden- ians on November 5 will give a report group's recently concluded 36th An- an Honorary Trustee; Robert lifying those children most likely to of the various parts of the Conven- nual Forum in Daytona Beach, Fridlington of Cranford, Mrs. Ruth benefit from extra support in the year tion. Florida. Frolich and Mrs. Evelyn Olson, both before kindergarten. Basic large and Mrs. James Murphy and Mrs. Jo- Mr. Gessner is a Senior Freight of Roselle, and Charles Shallcross, fine motor skills — such as hopping, seph Wargo will tell about the busi- Specialist for the Port Authority of Jr. of Elizabeth. scissors-cutting and drawing basic ness meeting and William Farrar will New York and New Jersey and New Also reelected were: President, shapes — and social skills receive report on the institute. York City. Michael Yesenko of Union; Vice plenty of practice in Chapter One," At the convention, the unit won Founded in New York City in 1958, presidents, Mr. Shallcross, Vincent Mrs, Barbara Cronenberger-Meyer certificates for the most new mem- the organization is a professional, Parlepiono of Roselle Park and Rich- said. bers and the excellent educational non-profit group of transportation ard T. Koles of Belleville; Treasurer, "Distinct temperaments, from program conducted by Mrs. managers, carriers, shippers, aca- ThomasQuinn of Sea Girt and Secre- A HUNGARIAN CHRISTMAS...Adam Grosz, a violinist, will perform with his highly energetic to extremely shy Alexander Howarth a Registered Par- demic researchers, consultants and tary, Miss Jean-Rae Turner of New- Westfield teacher, Steven Wolosonovich, at Overlook Hospital in Summit on children, may present extra hurdles liamentarian. government policy makersdedicated ark. Sunday, December 11, at 3 p.m. Tor the Children's Hospital Christmas program. Mrs. Albert Mirante gave a report They will play Hungarian Christmas songs. Adam is the son of Mr. and Mrs. when a child tries to get along in to the objecti ve of encouraging freight Mr. Shallcross will present a pro- kindergarten and upper grades. With on the history of the unit and the State and passenger transportation research Adam Grosz of itridgewater and has been studying the violin privately in gram at 2:30 p.m. on February 5 on Westfield with Mr. Wolosonovich for three years. He speaks fluent Hungarian the patient guidance provided by Association of Parliamentarians. and the dissemination of these re- postcards issued to honor George and will translate the Hungarian titles into English for the audience. The public Chapter One teachers, each pre-kin- The next meeting will be on search llndings. Washington and Abraham Lincoln. is invited. dergarten studentdevelops basic skills Wednesday, January 25.

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Periodic taped mes- For many people, the holidays reki ndle sages from relatives and friends who li ve fond memories of past holiday spent with far away and from grandchildren will family and friends. For the elderly, this help an elderly person feel connected. season can be a very lonely time. More • Costume jewelry: Very inexpensive than likely, they have experienced the jewelry, such as a pin or bracelet, can help loss of a spouse or loved one and may a woman feel good about herself. A watch become depressed. If they are in a nurs- for either sex helps a person maintain ing home or live alone, they may feel contact with the time of day and world. detached from their relatives during the • Skin cream and dusting powder or holidays, a spokesman explained. after shave lotion are pleasant smelling "Whatever gift you give to an elderly items that help a person feel good about person, the objective should be to show themselves. Check first for possible al- the person that he or sheis still loved, part lergies to these products. of the family and an important person in • Food: A favorite homemade dish or ON A YELLOW ROAD...Scoteh Plains Ackerman Coles School's second you life," explained Mrs. Peggy Degnin, a favorite food helps relieve the sameness graders attended a production of "The Wizard of Oz" at the FapermiU Hay- Administrator of Ashbrook Nursing and of facility food and complement holiday house. "The play was fast paced, with Jots oT drama, music and colorful costumes. All eyes and ears were focused on the stage actions from beginning to Rehabilitation Center of Scotch Plains. festivities. end," a spokesman said. Pictured, left to right, are: Mitchell Cohen, Jamie "The most precious gift you can give an • Clothing:Comfortablcclothingthat Quale, Amber Sizemore and Elisse Devries. elderly person is your time. Visits help a is machine washable is suggested. Sock person retain self dignity, self image and slippers with leather soles keep a person a feeling of importance as a human be- warm, yet won't slide off like shoes or ing," she added. regular slippers do. A light sweater may I f you have an elderly relative or loved be good in an air conditioned facility or one in a nursing home, here are some for an afternoon stroll outdoors because PLANNING P!.ANTINGS...Craig Stock of Craig K. Landscape Design sug- holiday gift ideas: older people are more sensitive to the gests plantings for the Franklin School trailer, left to right, with Stanley • Room accessories: A pretty picture, Ciemniecki and Mrs. Arthur Franks, neighbors to the elementary school, and cold. Mrs. Darielle Walsh, Chairman of th« Westfield Board of Education's Facilities an afghan or comforter, or a decorative • Plants or flowers help brighten a Committee. The trailer is being used for slate-mandated small group instruc- bed pillow are items that residents can room and are pleasant to look at. Even if tion. look at and recall later who gave them the a person has poor eyesight, flowers with gift, which will bring them joy and com- a nice fragrance can be enjoyed. fort. Make sure all fabrics used are ma- Ashbrook Nursing and Rehabilitation chine washable and dryable. Center, a 120-bed non-profit facility in • Photographs: Old ones that have Scotch Plains, is an affiliate of the Saint past meaning can be reframed, and new Barnabas Health Care System. Christmas Readings, Events Set For Royal Governor's Mansion "Gather your family around the The mansion's grand entry hall, for Christmas tree at the Proprietary example, will bedecked with elegant House, The Royal Governor's Man- evergreen swags, as might have been sion in Perth Amboy, for a series of enjoyed by Royal Governor William 246 Clark Street very special holiday readings. As part Franklin in 1775, while a delightful of the upcoming holiday exhibition. tabletop tree will be featured in the 'Yuletide at the Royal Governor's dining room, representing the holi- Holiday Open House to Aid Mansion,' prominent actor Charles day traditions typical of the 1830s White will read 'Twos the Night Be- when the Matthias Bruen family fore Christmas at 2 p.m. on Thursday owned the house. Reeves Historic Center and Friday, December 3 and 4, and A full-length Christmas tree will The Westfield Bicentennial Com- day celebrations. The Gift of the Magi on Thursday and be installed in the great drawingroom, mission and the Westfield Historic Tickets for this Bicentennial Toast, Friday, December 10 and 11, also at 2 illustrating the high-Victorian taste SIZING UPTHEDISTANCE...Officer Donald Wilkenreld or the Hillside Police Preservation Commission are plan- which will be the final event sched- p.m.," a spokesman said. of the late 19th century. Decoration Department at left, and Officer Edward Bt Iford of the Westfield Police Depart- ning a Holiday Open House on Sun- uled for this bicentennial year, will be The Gift of the Magi will be a will be created by the Metuchen Gar- ment demonstrate how to measure the length of skidmarks to determine vehicle day, December 11, from 2 to 5 p.m. available at the United Fund Office, costumed musical version of the O. den Club and the Royal Garden Club speed to Paul Kielblock, at far right, Safety Manager of the AAA New Jersey .at the home of Mr. and Mrs. David northside Railroad Station, and at Henry story that was first produced by the Bay. Automobile Club. The officers recently completed a Traffic Accident Recon- Rorden's Realty. struction Course sponsored by the New Jersey Automobile Club Foundation for Kervick at 246 Clark Street, on television starringGordonMacRae A scheduleof special activities has Safety and are experts in traffic accident reconstruction. Westfield. Refreshments will be served. and Sally Ann Howes. The score to also been planned to complement the Their historic home, honored last All proceeds will benefit the pres- this version was written by the Broad- exhibition. On Saturday, December June by the Historic Preservation ervation of the Reeves Historic Cen- way composer Richard Adler whose 3, at 10 a.m., children can "make and Commission for outstanding renova- ter, the new home of Westfield His- hit show, Damn Yankees, is now play- take" their own Victorian Christmas Patrolman Edward Belford tion and restoration, will be fully torical Society next to Mindowaskin ing on Broadway. This version has tree ornaments. On Sunday, Decem- decorated for their traditional holi- Park. not been available until very recently, ber 4, at 3 p.m., a special curator's and Mr. White was able to get the lecture, "Celebrating an American Now an Expert on Accidents score because he appeared in the origi- Christmas, 1775-1880'," will be of- Many police officers find that evi- Foundation for Safety is pleased to Holiday Nature Boutique nal production. fered. Candlelight tours will be given sidence gathered during the investiga- sponsor the Traffic Accident Recon- «Mr.White.anativeofPerthAmboy, on Friday, December 9, from 6 to 9 . tionof a traffic accident is not admis- struction Course," said Frederick is well-known for his appearances in p.m. The well-known folk artist Mrs. sible in court. But that has changed Gruel, Club President. "The exten- Set at Trailside December 4 most than 2,000 television programs Use Vliet will present "Memories of * for Officers Donald Wilkenfeld and sive project work and vehicle experi- and commercials in over a dozen Christmas" and display her handmade Edward Belford of the Hillside and ments included in the course provide The Trailside Nature and Science seniorcitizens. Light holiday refresh- motion pictures and in 15 Broadway Santas on Sunday, December 11, at 3 Westfield Police Department, respec- an officer with a level of accuracy Center will host its annual Holiday ments will be sold as well. shows. Included in his film credits p.m. Festive seasonal refreshments tively, who are now considered ex- that is of tremendous benefit to his or Nature Boutique on Sunday, Decem- Admission to the event is a sug- are Serpico and Child's Play. On tele- will be available on every day of the perts in traffic accident reconstruc- her community. As an expert, he or ber 4, from 1 to 5 p.m. gesteddonationof$l which includes vision he has appeared on the "Ed exhibition. tion. she can document specific road con- Visitors will be able to purchase doorprize tickets for a chance to win Sullivan Show," "Maude," "Love of Officers Wilkenfeld and Belford ditions and suggest i mprovemen Is for hand-crafted quality gifts for this aquality donated craft item. For more In addition to the exhibition and Life," "As the World Turns," and as other special activities, the Propri- recently completed an intensive driver safety." holiday season made from natural information about the Nature Bou- Big Daddy on the Patty Duke Show." course in Traffic Accident Recon- Both officers learned how to use materials or having a natural theme. tique or to Volunteer, please call 789- etary House Association's museum He was nominated for a Tony in the shop will be open and is well-stocked struction sponsored by the New Jer- charts, maps and formulas to dcler- Among the many crafts for sale 3670. Best Supporting Actor category for sey AutomobileClub Foundation for mine thespeedof vehicles on impact, will be: Pressed flower notepaper and Trailside isfacility of Union County with items perfect for holiday giving. his performance in The Front Page. Antiques will also be for sale in the Safety. the effect of weight shift in braking framed pictures, folk, country and Division of Parks and Recreation. 'The course provides a police of- on large motor vehicles and thedirec- Victorian crafts, nature photography, Mr. White is a graduate of Rutgers Mansion's Colonial Kitchen. Tickets University; he also studied with Sandy for the exhibition are $3 per person ficer with the proficiency level needed tion and position of vehicles as they seaweed art, mineral, fossil and sil- to determine the cause of a traffic are'travel ing on roadways. ver jewelry, herbal pillows, Meisner at the Neighborhood Play- and can be purchased on any day of Optimist Club Gives house at the School of Theater in the show. Attendance at the "Wassail accident. With these skills the officer Founded and funded by AAAmem- potpourries and sachets, herbal prod- is now able to provide formulated bers, the New JerscyAutomobile Club ucts, unusual and unique wreaths of New York City. He is a strong sup- Party" on December 2 will be by Rowers to High School porter of local theater and perform- reservation only. Tickets are $25 for evidence and expert testimony that Foundation for Safety sponsors edu- many different types, animal mari- will be admissible in a traffic acci- cation programs for residents, busi- onettes and wood puzzle boxes. Fitness Center ing arts, having directed the St. May's members of the Proprietary House. Players and serving on the Concerts Association and $30 for non-mem- dent related court case," a spokes- nesses and non-profit organizations Also featured will be wooden folk The Westfield High School Fitness by the Bay Committee in addition to man said. in Essex, Morris and Union Coun- Center was the recipient of a dona- bers. The "Wassail Party" will fea- art, toys, deer carvings and board his donation of time to local schools ture sumptuous libations and victuals "The New Jersey Automobile Club ties. games, marbled products, pine cone tion from the Optimist Club of Con- and at the Proprietary House. cept II Rowers as part of expanding in the English tradition, including a specialties, troulfly Christmas orna- wassail bowl and plum pudding. ments, handwoven scarves, fiber the cardiovascular section of the "Yuletide at the Royal Governor's room. Mansion" will be on view for the Musicofthe season will be performed School District's Events crafts, bears, a variety of angels and and guests should expect a visit from lots of distinctive stocking stuffers. On hand at a ceremony recently to public on Thursdays, December 3 and lOfrom 10a.m.to5p.m., Wednes- Royal Governor William Franklin Children will have an opportunity acknowledge receipt of the equip- himself. to shop for friends and family at the ment were Jerome Hughes, Optimist day, December 9, from 6 to 9 p.m., Given for Upcoming Week Kid's Gift Shop. Club Fitness Coordinator; Frank and Friday, December 4; Monday, The Royal Governor's Mansion, The following is a lislof events planned grams will be discussed. Informative pam- Crafts of all kinds will be available Schwarzer, President of the Optimist December 7 and Friday, December now called the Proprietary House, is by the Scotch Plains-Fanwood School phlets and other materials will be distrib- for purchase for children. Club; Dr. Robert Petix, Principal of 11, from 1 to 5 p.m. each day. A the only remaining official Colonial District: uted toeach participant. The meeting will Other highlights of the event will Westfield High School; Richard special "Wassail Party" will be held governor's residence in the original • On Tuesday, November 29, School be held in the multi-purpose room. Zimmer, the Physical Education Su- on Wednesday, December 2, from 7 13 Colonies. It is owned by the State One's Parent-Teacher Association will SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS include holiday carols sung by the hold a book fair preview evening for The Coles School Extended its Ameri- Mountainside Music Association and pervisor, and Gregory Gorski, Fit- to 10 p.m. to open the exhibition. of New Jersey and listed on the State ness Center Instructor. The show will feature Yuletide and National Registers of Historic parents in the school's multi-purpose can Education Week observance into this appearances by Santa Claus. The plan- room. week. Each parent had the opportunity to etarium show, "Star of Wonder," will Anyone who is interested in any decorations of the 18th and 19th cen- Places. The non-profit Proprietary House Association administers the • On Wednesday, November 30 and witness at lease one activity in which his be held at 2 and 3:30 p.m. for $2.75 information or making a donation to turies, ranging from the relatively Thursday, December 1, School One stu- history museum in the house. or her child participated during a typical per person, with those under 6 years the Fitness Center is asked to call restrained celebrations of the Revo- dents will have their tum to shop at the school day. of age not admitted, and $2.35 for 789-4527. lutionary period to the rich and elabo- All proceeds from Yuletide at the School One Book Fair. Selections will Forty-nine students and teachers (mm rate treatments preferred by the Vic- Royal Governor's Mansion will be include paperbacks, bookmarks, posters, the French Club al the High School saw torians. Different rooms in the his- used to support educational program- pencils and erasers. Phantom of the Opera in Manhattan cm toric Royal Governor's Mansion will ming at the Proprietary House. For • On Friday, December 2, storyteller November 17. Chapcrones included Mrs. be decorated to interpret a variety of more information, please call 826- Alice Eve Cohen or The Practical Cats Karen Moncale, Mrs. Maria Olson and periods in the life of this great house. 5527. Theater Company will spend the day at Mrs. Lorraine Sleeper. McGinn School performing for children Mayor William F. McClinlock, Jr. of in all grades and conducting fifth grade Scotch Plains was Guest Reader to Miss workshops. She will enact "The Three Patricia Arnao's students at McGinn Golden Hairs," a solo theater music work School on November 14. based on a Grimm Fairytale. Her resi- Alzheimer's Program Set dency at McGinn School is funded by a grant from The Education Enrichment B'nai B'rith Drove Foundation of Scotch Plains-Fanwood, For November 29 in Colonia Inc. to enhance students' language skills Voters to the Polls tion which offers hope to those in through storytelling. The Westfield and Mountainside Rahway Hospital is collaborating School One students will participate in Unit of B'nai B'rith made its contri- with the Woodbridge Department of early to moderate stages of affliction. He will also discuss the latest re- an assembly entitled "The Fascination of bution to the increase in the elector- Health and Human Services and the Chemistry." The .students will learn how ate which voted in the recent town Evergreen Senior Center to offer search studies which suggest a ge- chemicals arc used in everyday life as netic predisposition to the disease. election by providing transportation Community members a free forum well as in the world's chemical industry. to the polls for senior citizens on Alzheimer's Disease, "What Ev- About four million Americans suf- Environmental concerns and the im- ery Family Needs to Know,"onTues- fer from Alzheimer's disease, a prc- portance of safety when working with Mr. and Mrs. Michael Miller and day, November 29. gressive, degenerative form of chemicals will be emphasized. Students Steven Goldberg, who provided the transportation, reported thai most of The featured speaker will be Dr. dementia which affects memory, will witness experiments that show ev- thought, personality, language and erything from the presence of acids and the voters came from the Senior Citi- LeoFabbro, an Edison physician spe- bases, to the naming of gases in the air, to zens Housing Complex in Westfickl. cializing in family practice. The lec- most commonly afflicts the elderly. Rapid mood changes, from laughter the use of liquid nitrogen and special One of the problems encountered BENEFIT WORKERS...Committce members for the 1995 Evening at the ture will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the effects produced for television and mov- was the fact the polls were changed Evergreen Complex located at 400 to tears for no reason, or frequently ies. Improv a fund-raiser for the benefit of the Diabetes Center of New Jersey, a misplacing things are common char- from the fire department, which is division orMuhlcnberg Regional Medical Center in Plaintield meet to finalize Inman Avenue in Colonia. • OnWcdncsday,Dcccmbcr7,at7:30 , close to the housing complex, to the plans Seated left to right, are: Mrs. Ronnie Bcvan of ltridgewater, Chairman, "Dr. Fabbro will provide families acteristics of a person suffering from p.m., the high school guidance depart- Alzheimer's disease. Edison IntermediateSchoo! which is and William Hennebcry of the Schering-Plough Corporation in Union, Co- with a better understanding of this ment will conduct a meeting for seniors further away. Chairman- standing, David Funck, Director or Development for theMuhlenberg potentially devastating disease so, Special parking will be available and their parents on "Financial Aid for Foundation in Plainfield; Mrs. Barbara Braun or Warren, Mrs. Donna Koenlg to all participants. There is no fee for Education Beyond High School." Guest This service is a regular activity of they can make informed choices for the B'nai B'rilh during elections. of Bridccwatcr, Mrs. Barbara liallard of the Central Jersey Chamber of their loved ones who suffer from it," attending; however, registration is speakers will include Mrs. Eileen Fritz of Commerce In Plainficld, and James Early, Director or Catering for the Somerset The Financial Center and Mrs. Joyce a spokesman said. requested and space is limited. When II lifi^liliot* is in ytmr Marriott Hotel. The event is scheduled for Saturday, February 25, at 7 p.m. at For more information and to regis- Farmer, the Director of Financial Assis- the Somerset Marriott Hotel and will start with a reception, followed by the The forum will explain how to tance at Drew University in Madison. fruit purd«!ii, inattention is tilt* recognize the symptoms of ter, please call the hospital's Educa- Improv performance and dinner. Patrons may participate in both silent and live The financial aid form basic educational truest politeness. auctions for vacations, dinners and many other prizes. For more information, Alzheimer's Disease as well as its tion Department at 499-6193 between opportunity grants, local scholarship ap- please contact the Muhlcnberg Foundation at 668-2025. treatment options, including medica- 9 a.m. and noon. plications, and federal und state loan pro- —(.iliiuese Proverb 16 Thursday, November 24,1994 CLASSIFIED Mr. Devlin Named Schlott HELP WANTED INSTRUCTIONS Pool Director wanted for out- GUITAR * BASS LESSONS Top Realtor for September door Jewish Community Cen- Prof, musician/teacher now ac- Robert Devlin, a Broker Sales Rep- President's Circle, an honor achieved ter pool. Supervise/organize cepting students. All styles & all resentative with the Westfield office by only one per cent of Coldwell pool staff for camp and Center levels In your home or my stu- of Coldwell Banker Schlott, Realtors Banker's 52,000 agents in the United swim programs. WSI/strong ad- dio. has been named Union Countv Asso- States, Canada and Puerto Rico. ministrative skills necessary. (908) 351-7058 Mr. Devlin is a graduate of LGT/CPO a plus. Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Call: APARTMENT FOR RENT Scotch Plains area. Large 2 Pennsylvania. Before becomingareal (908)889-8600 estate professional he held a financial HELP WANTED bedroom, 2 bath apartment in quiet elevator building. All management position with a Fortune OFFICE HELP FOR SMALL applicances inc. dishwasher. 500 company. MOUNTAINSIDE BUSINESS Wall A/C's in each room. Close He is an active member of the Thursdays to stores and trans. No pets. Westfield, Garden State and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. $840. Middlesex Boards of Realtors, the Possible added time in the fu- (> 757-0—t Cranford Chamber of Commerce and ture. the Cranford Historical Society. For (908) 233-6777 HOUSE FOR SALE the second consecutive year Mr. WESTFIELD Devlin is serving on the Realtor Sales Committee for the Westfield Board SERVICES YOU NEED By Owner: Immaculate 1/2 du- plex, 2 BR, LR, new kit., w/w of Realtors. Willis Painting—Member Pro- carpet, finished basement, He works closely with his wife, STAR GAZlNG...Bruce Wrights, the Education Chairman (if the Amateur lessional Painting & Decorating fenced yd., close to trans. & Mrs. Barbara Hogan Devlin, who is Astronomy Club at Sperry Observatory in Cranford, visited with Tamaques also a sales representative with the School second graders in Westfleld to share his interest and knowledge of the contractors. Free estimates. shops, low taxes, top schools. solar system. Mr. Wrights visited Miss Christina Cars well's class at her request I ully insured. $92,000 Westfield office and a member of the through the Sharing Talents and Skills Oflice of the Westfield Public Schools. 232-0028 Call Graduate Realtor Association. (201) 316-W05 "Together they provide their cli- PUBLIC NOTICE ents and customers with all the ben- FOR SALE RESOLUTION Robert Devlin efits of team service," a spokesman Dr. Cox to Address Dentists vVHEREAS, the Township has retained FIREPLACE WOOD ciates-of-the-Month for September. said. Uonaid T. DJFrancesco, Esq. (Btvona. 1 Guaranteed, seasoned all hard Mr. Devlin surpassed all other com- Both have been certified by the rMen.Kunzman.Coley.Yospln. Bernstein At November 28 Meeting -JI .-i OiFranceaco) as Township Attorney wood. pany sales representatives in the National Trust for Historic Preserva- ••••< the 1994 calendar year; and Delivered & stacked. county with his sales volume. tion to market antique homes. The Dr. J. Daniel Cox, a dentist special- ings. He recently attended the confer- WHEREAS. Donald T. DiFrancesco has Charlie Vincent He has been a consistent top pro- Westfield office is the No. 1 office in izing in proslhodonlics, will address ence of the American College of pi- .jared an Addendum to the Agree- Est. 1957 the Coldwell Banker Schlott, Realtor ment for legal services for said year, the ducer and member of the New Jersey the Greater New York Dental Meet- Prosthodontics in New Orleans. tot. • i of which Is annexed horeto and made («») 647-2236 Million Dollar Sales Club every year Corporation since 1986. They are now ing on Monday, November 28, at Dr. Cox is on the attending staff at a p* 11 hereof: and sinceentering real estate sales in 1989. located at their new office at 209 their annual convention. Overlook Hospital in Summit. He is v. HEREAS, the reason for said Adden- PUBLIC NOTICE In 1993 he qualified for the Silver Central Avenue i n Westfield and may His presentation will describe new a clinical professor at the University cii., 11 is to bring the Professional Services be reached by phone at 233-5555. Ci i itract Into compliance with Affirmative Notice Is hereby given that at a meeting level of the State's Million Dollar methods and techniques for bonding of Medicine and Dentistry in New- Ac i.on requirements: and of the Township Council of the Township SalesClub, an honor that is bestowed teeth to improve their appearance. ark. of Scotch Plains, held In the Council Cham- on only the top 1.2 per cent of realtors t v HEREAS. the Township Council feels bers In the Municipal Building of satdTown- You have not lived a perfect day, These techniques can also be used to He is a graduate of the University th.n 't Is In the best Interest of the Town- shlp onTuaaday. November 22.1004 there in the entire state. even though you have earned your reduce tooth sensitivity. of Pittsburgh from which he received snip to execute same. was Introduced, read for the fir it time, and At the recent Coldwell Bankei In- money,unless you have done A member of the New Jersey Den- his science and dental degrees. He NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, passed on Buchflrst reading, an ordinance, something lor someone who cannot by (lie Township Council of the Township ternational Business Conference in tal Society and the American Dental served six years in the United States a true copy thereof Is printed below; and ippay you. of Scotch Plains, In the County of Union that said Township CouncH did then and San Diego, California, Mr. Devlin Association, Dr. Cox specializes in Navy and has been practicing in anu State of New Jersey, as follows: there fix the stated meeting of said Town- was inducted into the International Ruth Smeltzer crowns, bridges and implants. He has Westfield for 35 years. 1. The Mayor and Township Clerk ship Council to be held on the evening of presented papers on these subjects at His practice is currently located at are hereby authorized to execute Tuesday, December e, 1994 beginning at the attached Addendum for legal eight-thirty o'clock as the time and the national and regional dental meet- 202 Elmer Street. services. said Council Chambers a* the place, or 2. The Township Clerk Is hereby dl- any time and place to which a meeting for rected to forward an executed the further consideration of such ordi- copy of the Addendum for legal nance snail from time to time be adjourned, Mutual Funds Seen Offering servlcestoDonaldT.DIFrancesco, and all persons IntersstedwHI be given an Eaq. opportunity to be heard concerning such TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS ordinance. Diversity and Professionalism BARBARA RIEPE The said ordinance as Introduced and Township Clerk "Fueled by increased consumer mutual fund ownership for almost 35 I T - 11/24/94, The Times Fee: $30.09 passed on first reading as aforesaid Is In the following words and figures. awareness, fluctuating interest rates years. Mr. Chemidlin was an advo- AN OfHHNANCC APPMOPM- and the dynamics of the securities cate of the professional management PUBLIC NOTICE ATINO TH1 SUM OPS 190,000 and diversity afforded by mutual FROM TMB N€W JERSEY Ot- market, mutual funds have become Notice Is hereby given that at a regular PAftTMENT OP TRANSPOR- an increasingly popular investment funds even when they were out-of- meeting of the Township Council of the TATION IN CONNECTION option among American households," favor with many investors "Times Township of Scotch Plains, held on Tuas- WITH THE RECONSTRUC- day evening, November 22, 1994, an Or- says a spokesman. have changed, and now one in three TION OF DEER PATH households own mutual funds, with dinance entitled: BE ITORDAINEDbythe Township Coun- The Investment Company Institute AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZ- cil of the Township of Scotch Plains, New also ascertained that while all age over 5,800 different funds to chose ING THE MAYOR AND CLERK Jersey, that the sum of $130,000 Is hereby groups invest in mutual funds, house- from," he said. OF THE TOWNSHIP OF appropriated from the New Jersey De- Mr. Chemidlin is also a believer in SCOTCH PLAINS TO EX- partment of Transportation grant for the holds headed by 35 to 64 year olds — ECUTE AN AGREEMENT reconstruction of Deter Path. individuals whoareintheirpeakearn- the necessity of a financial adviser. WITH THE RAHWAY VALLEY ing and saving years — account for "A 10-year study done by Dalbar SEWERAGE AUTHORITY, No debt Is to be authorized In connec- THE TOWNSHIPS OF CLARK, tion with this Ordinance. 61 per cent of fund owning house- Financial Services, ended June 30, CRANFORD, SPRINOFIELD, This Ordinance shall take effect Imme- holds. provided proof that investors who AND WOODBRIDQE, THC diately after publication according to the "In fact, last year, of all the house- ysed afinancja.1 ad v.iser.Gulpeyfor.med BOROUGHS OF OAltWOOD, law. those, w^o dido'1 by over 15 per cent KCWLWOnYH, MOUNTAIN- Dated: November 22,1994 holds buying mutual funds, IS per SIDE AND ROSCLLC PARK, TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS cent were first-time buyers. Of those "in their .equity fund investments and THE TOWNSHIP OF Barbara Riepe first-time buyers, the median ago was :rnoreithan..9ip\cr e*i8t V» 'heir fixed WESTFIELD, AND CITY OP Township Clerk 46 years old and the median income i ncome investments," Mr. Chemidlin RAHWAY TO RESOLVE VARI- 1 T -11 /24/S4. The Times Fee: $38.25 FOR THE FAMILY...Westfleld Mayor Garland C. "Bud" Boothe, Jr. holds a explained. OUS DISPUTES RELATED TO was $44,000," the spokesman added. THE TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH proclamation which reads, "We, the governing body of the Town of Westfield, Fred J. Chemidlin, Jr., President Family Investors Company, estab- *•* do hereby proclaim Thanksgiving Week, November 21 to 26, in our community, PLAINS and founderof Family Investors Com- lished in 1960, is located at 265 South emphasizing the fundamental rote of the family in promoting and sustaining the Avenue, Fanwood. w

R S SHARE YOUR BLESSINGS MUHLENBERG GRADUATES...The School or Radiology at the Mulilenberg Regional Medical Center in Plainfleld recently held their 13th graduation and senior pinning ceremony In Centennial Hall of the medical center. The gradu- ates, left to right, are: Standing, Heidi Hintz of CaliTon, Justine Carpenter of Garwood, Caroline Riolo of Weehawkin, Susan Diria of Edison, Susan Detgen of Scotch Plains, Anne Metzler of New Providence, Teri Zorge of Somerset, Lumlchel Wright of Piainfield and Ilise Goldscheln of Randolph; seated, Charles Quinn of Franklin Park, Mark Braun of Belvidere, Nestor Mena of North Bergen, Peter Tomaszewlcz of Rahway and Richard Sanzalone of Westdeld. 1 Health Center Open House Slated Thursday, December 15 An open house featuring four joint eas of dental hygiene and dental as- programs conducted by Union sisting, effective for the spring 1995 County College and the Uni versity of semester. Medicine and Dentistry of New Jer- Professional Medical Laboratory sey will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Technology courses will be available on Thursday, December 15, at the for the summer 1995 sessions, and recently-established Regional Health professional Dental Laboratory Tech- Education Center, located in the nology courses will be offered during Health Technologies Building of the the fall 1995 semester. college's Scotch Plains campus. The center was cstabl ished under a The open house will be conducted special legislative appropriation of in the lounge area on the second floor £1.5 million awarded to the univer- and will provide a general overview, sity. Under the memorandum of of the fourprograms: Dental hygiene, agreement, all professional courses dental assisting, dental laboratory will be offered by the university, technology and medical laboratory which include the clinical compo- technology. Attendees will then be nent of the educational programs, able to speak individually with fac- and the college will offer all general ulty members. Tours of the facility education and science courses. Celebrating 23 Years of Landmark Service will be conducted. •'•Evenings'" Those interested in further infor- The center was established in July mation should call either James Kane, Warren Rordcn 232-6807 Joan Karl 272-S72S by the college and the university to 272-4987 Union County College's Director of Sandra Miller 232-67«6 Elnlne Demyi'ii offer joint programs in the allied Enrollment Management at 709- Jnycc Tnylnr 232-4423 Dcillsellalduin 233-5246 health professions. It opened in Sep- Slulla I'nrlzcau 233-C8S7 Cnrolyn Wlldn.v 232-8400 H 7518, or Ted Kellcy, Campus Coor- Jeanne Monaglian 233-3389 Unrbara Cnllnlinn 232-4328 tember to offer general education, dinator for the University of Medi- REALTOR Vlckl Ilekkedahl 232-7210 Saul Drlltel 232-9056 credit-bearing courses and to provide cine and Dentistry at 889-2483. Cnrolyn HlggliK 233-2882 Pal Uadck 654-6109 professional courses in the major ar- Terry Mnnzella 233-7792 Klin Decker 317-6889 Dick Dicmer 654-1680 Jayne Bernstein 654-6122 232-8400 One of the most neHoiis thoughts that life provoke* i- llic ivfler- 44 ELM STREET • WESTFIELD tion that we enn never tell, lit tlie time, whether a word, n look, u touch, an occurrence of any kind, is trivial or iniporluiil. —E. V. Luens Thursday, November 24,1994 Page 17 Dr. Ott Inducted as Fellow New Position for Mrs. Raftree Into College of Dentists At Public Relations Firm Dr. Robert J. Ott, President, Chief vider system in the nation. He plays a Mrs. Anne Raftree of Westfield has as public relations counsel to a vari- Executive Officer and Chairman of major role in education the American been appointed Assistant Vice Presi- ety of corporate and trade association the Board of Delta Dental Plan of public on theimportanceof oral health dent of Operations at Coleman and clients in the pharmaceutical, utili- New Jersey, was recently inducted as and related issues. Most recently, he Pellet Inc. in Union. The firm serves ties and insurance industries. a fellow of the International College was involved in a grassroots educa- An employee of the firm since of Dentists at its 64th Annual Con- tional campaign as a national spokes- I97K, Mrs.Raftree previously served vention held in New Orleans. man on the issue of dental benefits Toddler Story Time as the Director of Resources. In her The college, an honorary organi- and oral health within healthcare re- new position, she will serve as the zation for the recognit ion of outstand- form. Signups to Begin linn's benefits administrator as well ing and meritorious service to the As the head of Delta Dental, he has Registration will begin on Tues- as overseeing the activities of the profession, presented Dr. Ott with a devoted much of his time and has day, November 29, at the Westfield accounti ng department and adminis- membership plaque and a gold key involved the company in public ser- Memorial Library for aToddler Time trative support staff. for his service to dentistry. vice programs, including its popular Story Hour on Tuesday, December 6, Mrs. Raftree is a member of the Dr. Ott was a practicing dentist for Captain Supertooth school program, at 1:30 p.m. Children must be 2.5 American M anagement Association. 25 years before joining Delta Dental the New Jersey Special Olympics years old, registered in person and the Society for Human Resource full-time as Vice President of Profes- and National Foundation of Dentistry Westfield Library members. Management and the Business and sional Services in 1983. He advanced for the Handicapped. He is also a Dr. Robert J. Ott Toddler Time is a one -session in- Professional Women of New Jersey. his career at Delta Dental becoming strong advocate for children's oral troduction for 2-year-olds and their She received an Associate's De- President and Chief Executive Of- health and a supporter of national BurgdorfT Begins parents to story time, book collection gree in liberal studies from Union ficer in January 1989 and Chairman program to Prevent Abuse and Ne- and other services of the library. The County College and is currently pur- Mrs. Anne Raftree of the Board in 1990. Under his direc- glect through Dental Awareness, Its 12th Holiday 30-minute program consists of audi- suing a Bachelor of Science Degree Lambda Alpha Sigma national honor tion, the organization grew from 150 which Delta Dental recently initiated ence participation in linger games, in Management Science at Kean Col- society. to 275 employees and has evolved to in New Jersev. Stocking Program picture identification, songs and very lege, where shehas been appointed to She is a member of St. Helen's Needy families throughout the area simple stories. the dean "s list and is a member of the Roman Catholic Church in Westfield. become the state's leading provider Dr. Ott is a fellow of the American of group dental benefits. Today, Delta wil I enjoy brighter holidays thanks to College of Dentists and holds mem- Burgdorff, Realtors' 12th Holiday Dental Plan of New Jersey services berships in the New Jersey and Ameri- the needs of over 850,000 subscrib- Stocking Program. The spirit of cheer- can Dental Associations and the ful giving comes to heartwarming ers and a statewide network of over American Management Association. 4,700 participating Delta Dentists. life as the public fulfills the modest A graduate of Georgetown Univer- wishes of those who are less fortu- Recent Real Estate Transactions This year Dr. Ott was appointed sity School of Dentistry, Dr. Ott also nate, a spokesman said. national Chairman of Delta Dental served in the United States Navy Thirty-one social serviceagencies, Plans Association and is responsible Dental Corps. such as daycare centers, welfare agen- for setting policy and direction of the He has been a resident of Westfield cies and hospitals, have submitted to oldest and largest dental benefits pro- for 36 years. Burgdorff, Realtors 540 brief anony- mous case histories of individuals or families in need. After November 24, Burgdorff's Mrs. Berger in each of Burgdorff's 35 offices, there will be a Christmas tree deco- rated with stockings containing the Named to Who's Who case histories. Mrs. Lois E. Berger, a Sales Asso- The public is invited to come in, ciate with Burgdorff, Realtors' select a history, purchase the re- Westfield office, was recently in- quested item—usually simple things Coldwell Banker Schlotl, Realtors, 209 Central Av- Coldwell Banker Schlott, Realtors, 209 Central Av- cluded in the exclusive Who's Who in like toys or books — wrap them in enue, Westfield, has announced the sale of this home at enue, Weslfleld, has announced the sale of this home at holiday paper and return them to 3S6 Stout Avenue, Weslficld. The property was handled 6 Estelle Place, Cranford. The property was handled by' Residential Real Estate In North byRuthTate. Hye-Young Choi. America, which recognizes outstand- Burgdorff by December 16, the ing realtors throughout the United spokesman added. Burgdorff will States and Canada. Withover 780,000 deliver the gifts to the social service realtors in North America, inclusion agencies in time for holiday delivery. in this new listing is a top honor, a Donors and recipients remain anony- spokeswoman said. mous to preserve the dignity of the needy family. Mrs. Berger, aresident of Westfield Burgdorff's Stocking Program has who has worked in the real estate always been popular in the commu- industry since 1977, is one of just nity, as people are eager to help those 3,267 real estate sales associates listed in need during this season of giving in the 1994 edition of the directory. donor families give year after year She was recognized for meeting the because, as they report, it allows them Coldwell Banker Schlolt, Realtors, 21)9 Central Av- Coldwell Banker Schlott, Realtors, 209 Central Av- annual sales volume criteria for clos- to make a meaningful contribution enue, Weslfitld, lias announced the listing and sale of enue, Westfield, has announced the sale of this home at ing of residential transactions. and teach their children the joy and this home located at 744 Stone Street, Railway. The 2 Phillirp Street, CVunf.-<-H. The properly was handled by property was listed by Tom Bianco and negotiations of ll..!> I Vvlir.. Lois Berger responsibility of helping others, the During her real estate career, Mrs. spokesman explained. the sale were by Carol Lyons. Berger has received many awards people of the year out of more than For further information on partici- and honors, including Salesman of pation, please call a local Burgdorff the Month, Top Sales Agent in the She holds Ihe designation of Certi- office or the company's Home Office Westfield office in 1989 and 1992, fied Residential Specialist and isOri- in Murray Hill at 665-4928. inclusion in Burgdorff's President's entation Trainer and Vice President- Burgdorff, Realtors is a full-service Club and qualification for the state Elect of the Westfield office of real estate brokerage serving north realtors' Million Dollar Sales Club Burgdorff, Realtors. and central New Jersey and eastern from 1981 through 1993, earning the "I am pleased to be included in the Silver Award in 1987 and 1992. She premier edition of Who's Who," says was also elected to the Burgdorff Mrs. Berger, "It is an honor to be President's Council in 1993, an honor recognized by such a prestigious pub- Miss Nancy Sur Joins lication." reserved for only the top IS sales- San Francisco Firm Coldwell Banker Schlolt, Realtors, 209 Central Av- Coldwell Banker Schlott, Realtors, 209 Central Av- Miss Nancy E. Sur, formerly of enue, Westfield, has announced the listing anil sale of enue, Westfield, has announced the listing and sale of Westfield, was named Senior Associ- this home located at 767 Carleton Road, Westflcld. The (his home located at 77 Sandy Hill Road, Westfield. The Merrill Lynch Free Seminar ate with the San Francisco firm of property was listed and negotiated by Hye-Young Choi. property was listed by Diane Pellino and negotiations of Hallberg, Schireson & Co. Miss Sur sale Mere by Hye-Young Choi. is the fust Senior Associate to join ' Offered on Estates, Trusts Skye Hallberg and Peter Schireson at Merrill Lynch will hold afree semi- tion, this research-based marketing con- nar on "Estate Planning and Trusts" "We are happy to have someone sulting firm. at its Westfield office located at 195 with Mrs. Conti's experience and In her new position, she will par- Elm Street on Tuesday, November background available to explain some ticipate in management of the com- 29, at 7:30 p.m. of the common pitfalls, which can be pany as well as client consulting with The presentation will be of interest avoided withproperestate planning," Hallberg, Schireson's clientele, in- to those individuals whose assets stated Mr. Rehrer. cluding Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, exceed $600,000 and need to update He has been a resident of Westfield Hewlett Packard, NexTel Communi- their wills and trusts or who will for 18 years and is active in a variety cations, Apple Computer, Specialty serve as an executor or trustee. of community activities. He has an Brands, PacTel and others. Mrs. Ann P. Conti, Union County undergraduate degree in Chemical Most recently, Miss Sur was Vice Coldwell Banker Schlott, Realtors, 209 Central Av- Coldwell Banker Schlott, Realtors, 209 Central Av- Surrogate, will be the guest speaker Engineering from Drexel University President and Management Supervi- enue, Westfield, has announced the participation in the enue, Westfield, has announced the listing and sale or at this seminar to be hosed by David in Philadelphia and a Master's of sor for Foote, Cone and Belding in sale of this home at 714 Mountain Avenue, Wcslflcld. this home located at 257 Laurel Lane, Clark. The Rehrer, Vice President, at the San Francisco, running key accounts The property was handled by Lucille Roll. property was listed by Winnie Canavan and negotia- Business Administration from New tions of sale were by Sally Calder. Westfieldoffice.Pleasecall789-4335 York University. including The Corox Company and for a reservation or more informa- Armor All. Prior to joining FCB, she had a successful career in brand man- agement at Procter and Gamble in Third Quarter Home Sales Cincinnati, Ohio. She is a graduate of Georgetown University and Duke University's Drop Only 1.4 Per Cent Fuqua School of Business in Durham, North Carolina. Existing, single-family home sales ahead of the last year's pace of She is the daughter of Westfield in the Garden State for third quarter 105,500. Councilwoman, Mrs. Margaret C. dropped only 1.4 per cent, as the rise "Based on these statistics, coupled Sur, and William Sur. She attended in mortgage interest rates and the with a very strong first half of 1994, Westfield public schools and gradu- exceptionally high level of sales in the realtor group predicting this year ated from Westfield High School. the prior year's quarter couldn't will reflect the fourth consecutive Coldwell Banker Schlott, Realtors, 209 Central Av- Coldwell Banker Schlott, Realtors, 209 Central Av- enue, Westfield, has announced the sale <>r this home at enue, Wcstfield, has announced the sale of this home at dampen what promises to be the fourth annual sales increase and sales will Food and Emotions 2210 Mountain Avenue, Scotch Plains. The properly 1045 Sleepy Hollow Road, Plainfield. The property was consecutive annual increase, the New reach their highest level since 1987," was handled by Susan Callendcr. handled by John UeMarco Jersey Association of Realtors re- added Mrs. Lief. "The housing com- Is Subject of Talk ported November 17. munity will have to pull together to At Women for Women's monthly The rise in median family incomes maintain such record numbers in 1995 workshop to be held on Thursday, coupled with a variety of financing and beyond." December 1, at 7:30 p.m. in the Par- alternatives and a general confident Regionally, actual sales volume of ish House of the Presbyterian Church, "feeling" about New Jersey's eco- existing home sales during the third 140 Mountain Avenue, Westfield. nomic picture helped the seasonally- quarter increased in one of the three Mrs. Nancy Benz, Executive Di- • adjusted annual sales rate to 147,600 regions of New Jersey — Central — rector of Resolve Community Coun- for July, August and September. as that area sales continued to surge. seling Center of Scotch Plains, will "These numbers show there is more Sales in Central New Jersey, which discuss food as an emotional hunger. to home sales than interest rates," rose 20.3 per cent in second quarter, "This workshop will offer an op- said Mrs, Inez Lief, state President. rose a modest 2.2 per cent to 12,900 portunity to explore the challenge of "Consumers need to be employed, from 12,600 in lust year's third quar- food problems and develop an under- feel good about the economy and ter. standing of hunger and nourishment," have a variety of homes to choose In northern and southern New Jer- a spokesman said. Barrett & Craln Realtors is pleuscd to announce the sale Barrett & Crain Realtors is pleased to announce the sale from. In New Jersey, more of orresi- Admission is free but telephone of this home at 9 Doris Parkway, Wcstficld. The prop- of this home at 630 Maje Street, Westfleld. The prop- sey, where sales rose 9.1 per cent and erty was marketed by Mary McEnerncy. erty was marketed by Betty Humlston. dents are working, making more 16.5 per cent, respectively, in the registration is appreciated by calling money and are able to find a piece of second quarter, sales dropped in third 232-5787. the American dream," she added. quarter 3.2 per cent to 18,400 and 7.4 Refreshments will be served. Accof ding to the realtor group, the per cent to 8,100 from one year ago. * seasonally-adjusted annual rate of These numbers, however, were the .Nothing reveuls a inun'tt 147,600 for July, August and Sep- highestthirdquarter tallies since third eliurnrlrr heller than the kind tember reflects a 1.4 per cent de- quarter 1987. of joke nt which hn taken crease in sales from the 149,700 fig- Median prices of existing single ure reported during the third-quarter family homes — the median is the offense. of last year, The third quarter drop midpoint in the price range — half —G.C. Lichlenhcrp: stops a string of four consecutive the homes sold cost more, half cost EFFORTS quarterly gains in resales — seven in less — increased in the third quarter 38,000 real estate agents in the state. the past ten quarters have increased. compared to a year ago, from * The seasonally adjusted annual rate for a particular quarter represents what PRODUCE The non-seasonally adjusted rate $149,400 last year to its current level the total number of actual sales for a year would be If the relative resale pace was or actual unit volume of homes sold of $153,000. Average home prices maintained tor the year's four consecu- Barrett & Crain Realtors Is pleased toannounce the sale HOME in July, August and September is during that time period jumped as tive quarter. Seasonally adjusted annual rates are used in reporting quarterly data of this home ot 265 Frinr Lane, Mountainside. The 39,500, down 2.2 per cent over last well, increasing $3,600 to $ 183,200. to factor out seasonal variations In resale property was marketed by Don Husch. SALES!!! activity. For example, home a ales are nor- year's third quarter total of 40,400. The New Jersey Association of mally higher En the summer and relatively The total sales of existing single- Realtors is a non-profit organization light In winter, primarily because of differ- 1 ences in weather and changing demo- Paid Advertisement family homes for the first three quar- serving the professional needs of over graphic patterns. ters. 114,800, are now 8.8 per cent Page 18 Thursday, November 24,1994 Motivations for Voting: From the Base POPCORN S JictUx^ To an Aspiration to Understand Interview With the Vampire: The Westfield elections have come homogeneous. In each case, there were and gone, and in the tranquillity which four groups of motivations. The Vampire Chronicles followed, there is ample opportunity to First, there were the friends and rela- A New Fang-led Approach ponder over what happened. All of the tives and their relationship with the can- Superiority of Ocean Routing to Quell pundits on the national scene, in their didate. Then there the members of the By Michael Coldberger analysis, treated the electorate as though political party who by tradition voted for Airplane Noise Is Clearly Apparent it was one undiffcrentiated mass. Here is their candidate. Now, there were the spe- S^Ong Popcorn. Poor • Two Popcorns, Fair -Three Popcorns, Good • Four Popcorns. Excellent^ Weslfield we were able to see the variety cial interest groups, likethe people whose The Federal Aviation Administration mentally sound practices. And, it is well- of motivations which brought the elec- houses abutted land which was going to * ft 1/4 popcorns mere physical love among male vam- has just released a Supplement to the established that the body views the air- torate to the voting booths. be sold by the town and who wanted to Somewhat later in the movie, two pires. Even the suggestion of a her- Draft Environmental Impact Study it had line industry as its primary constituency. It reminded me of the story of the retain that land as extension of the their of the vampires whom we' ve come to maphroditic essence would be too performed on the effects and alternatives Accordingly, it has tried to invoice other back yards. And they still haven't given small a notion for this author. to the Expanded East Coast Plan. In 1987, Tower of Babel in the Bible. Until then, know visit Paris. Coming in contact reasons such as "safety" and "operational everyone all over the earth spoke one up! This is the big, big love — the the plan had put air traffic over many feasibility" as grounds upon which to with an enclave of fellow bloodsuck- residential areas in New Jersey. This language. There was complete confor- And the last group carefully examined ers who there reside and run Le The- impossible-to-explain king. It crosses reject the validity of ocean routing. As mity. But the Lord, in confounding the the background of each candidate and the supplement contains a relief proposal, part of the Environmental impact State- atre des Vampires, our American genders, age, time, space — what known as the "Solberg Mitigation Plan." builders of the Tower of Babel, imposed programs which he had espoused or prom- have you. And I think, unbeknownst ment process, the body must provide ad- a scries of different languages on them, ised to espouse. The efforts of the candi- friends decide to take in a show with clai ms to provide reduction of aircraft ditional information, subject to critical the rest of decadent society. Little to this film's naysayers in particular, noise levels for about 19,000 people. Most thereby beginning the diversity which is dates were directed at influencing the review in order to substantiate its rejec- characteristic of life today. latter group. does the human segment of the audi- Miss Rice's great passion is in trying or all the relief is achieved by moving tion. to identify and bottle the angst that noise to other adjacent areas. And that diversity, dear editor, gave Now that the elections are over, let's ence know that what horrors they For the citizens of New Jersey to ac- rise to bi-party or multi-party systems, resolve to attcndTown Council meetings witness are in actuality real and un- comes of not being able to fill the Some areas within Union County cept this supplement without forcing an which today in Westfield gave us a Re- and to educate ourselves in the working black hole of a lovelorn soul. Louis would receive more noise, and an area in thinkably cruel murders. "Imagine," objective and rigorous testing of the ocean publican and a Democratic Party. And of the town government to get to under- opines Louis, a former New Orleans wants truth... truth is beauty ... blah, Morris County would receive a two-fold routing proposal would allow the admin- that's how it all started eons ago, even stand (he issues first hand. An interesting increase in air traffic. The same Supple- istration to "close the case" in a sense. aristocrat-turned-vampire ... "Vam- blah, blah — or, at least that's what I before the Town of Westfield was estab- exercise it to compare our understanding pires portraying actors portraying think. ment rejects a proposal offered by the After which the administration might or lished. with the newspaper reports on the pro- New Jersey Coalition Against Aircraft might not implement its Solberg Mitiga- ceedings. vampires." Whereas the author and screen- Noise, a statewide citizen group. tion proposal. In all probability, opposi- Now that we have established two par- "How avante garde," remarks writer uses vampires to explain this tion to this plan by other communities tics, I ask, "What makes people vote one Samuel D. Freeman The coalition plan proposes relief by Westllcld Claudia, a woman-child whose ultimate enigma of Western civiliza- routing air traffic over available ocean would lead to a political fight and likely way or another?" The motivation for the vote for one or the other party was not growth has been stunted by the cursed tion, an Eastern thinker would be space. This relief wou Id be broadly based ultimate stalemate, with no relief for any- bite of her new calling. more apt and less ashamed to use the in Union as well as in other counties of one. For this reason, the board of Direc- deity, and at least throw in a fire- New Jersey. No geographic areas would tors of the Coalition voted a 21 to I Is the Town Armory a Blessing It's that kind of occasional whimsy be significantly hurt. The price is a pos- against this supplemental plan. that gives Interview With the Vampire breathing dragon or two for sible small increase in fuel cost for the The coalition is open to proposals'other its cutting-edge novelty. Mind you symbolism's sake. airlines. than ocean routing for obtaining relief. Or One Just in Disguise? — it's not all fun and games — not by But not here will you find such The superiority of ocean routing or However, the administrator arrive at a In The Westfield Leader of November that "necessary steps have been taken to a long shot. In fact, director Neil nonsense. These are stern vampires noise abatement is clearly apparent to the mutually acceptable solution. 10, MayorGarland C. "Bud" Boolhe, Jr., resolve the environmental problems that Jordan rightfully can be accused of who go about the ritual of loathsome Aviation Administration, but it operates is "pleased" to announced the Armory on have occurred at our Westfield facility," ascribing a tad too much seriousness, killing with single-minded determi- under a dual and sometimes conflicting Jerome Feder Rahway Avenue is here to stay. this writer, after vigorous attempts was metaphor and private-club hocus- nation. mandate to, on the one hand, promote the Wtstfleld Is the Mayor aware the Armory has quite unable to obtain any information Then again, Pitt's Louis is a nov- growth of the aviation industry and on the been a source of considerable vexation to whatsoever on the Department of Envi- pocus to the mass blood-letting. Also, Vivian Hsu ronmental Protection and Energy's any talk ofa "relationship film" de- elty. Deeming him the perfect com- other hand, enhance safely and environ- Scotch Plains residents? It appears not. I have before me a letter dated June 12, ground water test results and on what serves a big pleeze? panion , Lestat extols the oxy moronic 1989, relating to the Westfield Armory, remediation, i f necessary, may have been It is, after all, just a silly vampire virtues of this proper vampire, Louis, Leaf Pickup System Isn't Working from General Francis R. Gerard, which taken. movie, albeit the most intelligent one who has what still resembles, or at stales: "Gasoline from out underground Relating to the Armory, 1 have on file, to come down the pike in at least a least passes for, a human soul. It's storage tank and the tank itself were re- too, acopy ofa letter dated September 19, bat's age. Of course, this cerebral kind of touching, no? A nostalgia for On the South Side of Westfield moved immediately upon discovery of a 1983, obtained through the good offices humanity; innocence not as a quality, leak onOctober 22,1988...Contaminated of former Representative Matthew J. slant doesn't stop the filmmakers from I read with interest your endorsement pushers on these streets lor the small titillating us with the likes of rats but as an item — not your usual of Mayor Garland C. "Bud" Boot he, Jr. amount of roadway thai remains clear. In soil was excavated...Presently we are in Binaldo, this from Mary E. Buzby of the vampire film fare, n'est-ce pas? for mayor in your preelection editorial. the event of a windy day, much hard work the process of conducting a ground water Rahway Valley Sewage Authority to being crushed into crystal stemware While 1 neither support noropposc Mayor is undone as portions of the leaf piles contamination investigation and reme- Barbara Kantor of the New Jersey De- for their life-giving juice. "Oh, I'm Actually, it's the law of supply and Boolhe, I find it absolutely astounding blow back on residents' property. dial action plan in accordance with New part mentof Defense, grating the National sorry," says one vamp to the next... demand at work, with Pitt as the hot that anyone could defend the abysmal Your editorial suggests that impatient Jersey Department of Environmental Pro- Guard Armory in Weslfield permission "Their blood gets so cold so fast." leaf collection system in our town as you lection requirements. If ground water "to discharge to this wastewater treat- commodity. I wou Id have preferred a Westfielders should bag their leaves and And, yes, it is all so terribly stylish better New Orleans accent from him, did in your editorial. call to have them picked up. For some contamination is found originating from ment plant." and kitsch, and methinks the art di- When we moved to Westfield in 1969, people this may be a palatable solution, our site, we will then take measures to To discharge precisely what, please? more like, say, Dennis Quaid in The eradicate the situation." rectors are all in cahoots, conspiring Big Easy, who said "cher" with such we could look forward to three or four but both my wife and [ work and volun- The West Brook, whose underground leaf pickups per season. This process was teer many hours each week to community to have producers choose one period Cajun charm while romancing Ellen Similar revelations were made in a course skirts the Armory, runs foul, spo- piece after the next. After all, beauti- accomplished thoroughly and cleanly services and activities, leaving little time letter dated May 26, 1989, received by radically, with a fuel oil-like substance. Barkin. using both front-end loaders and vacuum for the very formidable jobof bagging all me from Stefan D. Sedlak of State De- ful as it all is, one can only handle just Insofar as Mr. Cruise's contribu- Could the Armory's discharges into the so much Queen Anne furniture per trucks along with a decent amount of these leaves. I don't think we're alone in partment of Environmental Protection. sanitary sewers be related to these events? tion as hard-sell Lestat is concerned, overtime as the leaf season peaked. not wanting to bag leaves, and I don't "OnOctober 20,1988,"Mr. Sedlak writes, I don't have to remind readers thai the linear foot of film. think the many elderly residents of our I've no major bones to pick, or at Over the years the leaf collection sys- "the National Guard reported a loss of contents of sanitary sewers have found Dressing for the occasion is Tom \ least none worth an extra keystroke. tem has deteriorated into the sorry state of [own would enjoy this task either. gasoline from their 3,000-gallon under- their way into the town's storm sewer Cruise as Lestat, a European vampire affairs that we now endure each fall. Here In closing I would like to mention that ground storage tank. This tank was re- He is a big movie star. This is a big system in the past. visiting New Orleans in search of movie. And if Hollywood can suc- on the south side of town — yes, there is just today I was visited by a relative who moved during November 1988, and all fresh blood; Brad Pitt as Louis, the li fe south of the tracks, we even pay taxes obviously contaminated soil was removed Before Mayor Boothe tells us "how cessfully sell a blonde vampire to the lives in Scotch Plains. She was amazed important the armory is to the Westfield aforementioned fellow doing as the —wehaveyeltoseeourleavcspickedup by Weslfield's huge leaf mess and men- from the excavation. The Department of adoring hordes, so be it. and a call to the "Icafline" indicates that Environmental Protection...required that community," he might want to stir him- Parisians do, and Kirsten Dunst as tioned that her street just had its second self to look into such problems. area three is being picked up now. At this pick-up of the season. Why can't our a ground water contamination investiga- the nine-year-old forced to live eter- Perhaps not since Paul Newman rate my area, area 10, should see our first mayor, council and administrator find a tion be conducted at the Westlield Ar- Dr. Ferdinand Gajewski nity as an enfant terrible, literally. has the motion picture business been pick up roughly around December 10, I way to improve the service in this area to mory." Wfstfleld Other good performances are sub- able to present a screen personality would guess. provide reasonable and efficient leaf pick- Despite General Gerard's assurances mitted by Antonio Banderas as the with both likeability and talent of this In the meantime the side roads are up in all areas of our town? uncompromising, senior ghoul and sort. Hence, it isn't really Hollywood choked with leaf piles and the larger by Christian Slater as the reporter deciding to make Cruise a blonde roads are dangerously narrowed. Cars James W. Block who takes it all down, while Louis, Westfield vampire. More appropriately, it's the compete with bikers, joggers and stroller- employing the flashback gimmick, star who is inspiring Hollywood to tells his incredulous tale of woe. make him a blonde vampire. Because Should the Planning Board Reflect Louis, you see, is a contradiction in that is what the traffic will bear at this terms, and that's his appeal as the particular moment in motion picture The Will of the People on ShopRite? romantically confused angle of this history. Surely, there is something to As the Planning Board will soon be our existing in-town supermarket out of saga would have us to believe. Mr. be said for the democracy of box voting on the proposed North Avenue business leaving yet another vacant facil- Pitt's Louis is perennially sick over office moviemaking. ShopRite. 1 urge them to remember their ity; if the store is to include a bakery, his plight, ashamed of his sinister Beware, you who are faint of heart. purpose: To protect the interest of the pharmacy and liquor department, it may status, and unable to enjoy that which This is most certainly blood-curdling, Town of Westfield. lead to the loss of several other down- keeps him alive. Not one bite dost he desperately interested in graphically We moved to Westfield to improve our town businesses as well. savor without feeling guilty. He never demonstrating the technical aspects quality of life. For this we have paid Clearly, a ShopRite on North Avenue has seconds if he can help it: A vam- of feeding one's face with plasma- dearly — in the cost of our home and our is in direct conflict with our Westfield pire with economy of perversity. containing liquid, and oh-so-deter- continuously rising property taxes. We MainStrcct program. In spite of our high have made sacrifices in order to live in a But while hiscreator and would-be mined to make us wince in horrified taxes, the taxpayers are being asked to incredulity. town where we could scndourchildrcn to give additional money to help revitalize mentor, Lestat, scoffs at Louis' fits of school, feel they arc relatively safe on the ourdowntown. I will not give one more remorse and quest for ultimatetruths, Truth be told, the festive nature of streets and enjoy an attractive, thriving cent to the MainSlreet program should it is this very love of altruism that the frequent feedings does eventu- downtown area. The town that we left the ShopRite be allowed. Perhaps if the probably drives Lestat—and in turn, ally grow tiresome; the viewer will was mediocre in every respect. Town of Westfield was noi continuing to Banderas'scharacter.Armand—mad begin to wonder if the world will Asa matteroffact, it houseda ShopRite be mismanaged, we would have a thriv- with an odd, yet plot-divulging pas- eventually be relieved of its mortal on one if its main thoroughfares. It was an ing downtown. sion. population, the lifeblood virtually ill-maintained eyesore, and, through the Let me point out that we, the taxpayers, sucked out of humankind — again, congestion it created, served to render the However, don't mistake all the are Westfield. Not theMayor or others on heavy breathing for something so literally. This is about as offbeat as downtown area useless. We rarely pa- the Planning Board. Yet, we are the last to tronized ourdowntown businesses due to simpleas homo-eroticism or any other mainstream films get, MTV' sensi- be heard. These Planning Board meet- bilities and heartthrob star-hype aside. the incessant traffic tie-ups; we purchased ings have been going on for quite some EXPLAINING THE VOTE...Rotarian, Mrs. Darielle Walsh, spoke at last shade of human sexuality. Anne Rice, the majority of our goods and services time, and only in the final hour will the week's meeting of the Rotary Club of Westfield on the subject of the Board of who adapted the screenplay from her Although Interview with the Vampire elsewhere. citizens be given the chance to speak. If Education's proposed $7.6 million bond Issue for classrooms and for school 1976 novel, is shooting for much isn't always in good taste, little of it Let me ask the planning board a few we overwhelmingly tell you "no," we capital improvements. Mrs. Walsh, left, is shown with Board of Education bigger and more esoteric game than lacks bite. common sense questions. How would the don't want the ShopRite, will you then President Mrs. Susan H. Pepper* who attended the meeting. roads in Westfield handle the volume of deny ShopRite's request? If so, why traffic created by a supermarket of this weren't our concerns heard at the outset size? Why do you think there is a 20-lane and the entire fiasco avoided? Eating Out on Thanksgiving interscclional Central AvenueandRari tan Road in Clark? I'll tell you why — be- If not, the decision to allow the cause thereisaShopRite there! What will ShopRite will have been made in obvious School Board Member Presses Creates a Christmas Problem happen to North Avenue, Mountain Av- disregard for the concerns of the taxpay- ers; the meetings allowing our input will By LOUIS H. CLARK credit for the idea on to her, but my enue, Chestnut Street, Central Avenue Specially Written for The Wexlfield Leader and The Times and East Broad Street? Who will be asked have been nothing but patronizing pomp. Case for Bonds to Rotarians mother would have none of it. My to foot the bill to maintain these roads? ShopRite can promise us anything. There was aquiet revolution in our father was pleased. It seems he al- The taxpayers! They can promise there won't be too family last Thanksgiving, the most ways hated carving for so many much noise; they can promise there won't Furthering a public information the best solution to the challenge of Whose homes will suffer a loss of campaign about the Westfield Board increased enrollment, from both an insidious kind, because it spreads. people with my mothercarping in the be too much pollution; they can promise During the summer my eldest sister value when their neighborhood is littered there won't be too much traffic. They of Education's December 13 public educational and a financial perspec- background that he was ruining a with abandoned shopping carts — this I don't live here. They are not our children; bond referendum, board member and tive," she maintained. informed my brother and me that, perfectly good bird. know from experience—and their street they are not our homes; it is our lown. Rotarian, Mrs. Darielle Walsh, ad- Mrs. Walsh alleged the cost to lo- "Mom spends too much time in the But here comes the insidious part. must be widened to accommodate the Once the store is built, the damage to the dressed fellow-members of the kitchen during Thanksgiving. It's Usually our three families, which live onslaught of traffic? The taxpayers! cal school property taxpayers is not quality of life in our town will be done. Westfield Rotary Club at its weekly an issue because the board's bond about time we did something to re- within an hour of each other, con- Whose children will be endangered by I urge the planning board members to lieve her of the burden." the volume of traffic when they walk to meeting on November 15. counsel estimated the average verge on one house for Christmas recognize the responsibility that you bear. Mrs. Walsh urged Rotary members "But I thought she loved it," my dinner. I've been hearing snatches of school and at play?The taxpayers! Whose Encourage ShopRite to invest their money homeowner would be assessed be- downtown will wither anddie when shop- and all Westfield citizens to vote in tween $47 to $63 per year. brother said. telephone conversations which are in improving their existing facility in My sister looked at him with con- pers will no longer tolerate the traffic tie- Clark —that store could service more the special school election seeking The Rotary speaker noted therela- making me uneasy. ups and take their business elsewhere? Westfield residents and likely would if voter approval ofa $7.6 million bond tempt. "But that's too far away." The taxpayers! tionship between "manageable class "Maybe she thinks so. But I have a ShopRite would put as much effort into issue to build 22 additional class- sizes and enhanced educational pro- "Christmas dinner there? The I am not against having a business at customer satisfaction as they are into rooms on neighborhood elementary better plan." food's not very good." this location and increasing our tax base. profiteering in Westfield. grams* for students" and between "a "Naturally," I muttered. schools and to upgrade all schools. community's reputation for outstand- "Not on your life. Their waitresses I will be sorry to see Westfield Lumber go Do not let them make Westfield only a My sister said in overbearing tones, as it has provided a service that our town Capital improvements are needed, ing educational programs and market spill things on you!" mediocre place to live. The taxpayers she noted, because the board tradi- "I have discussed it with your wives, This means that our wives want to needs. Wcdon'tnccdthissupcrmarketor will hold you responsible. value of homes." and they agree about it." the headaches it will bring. In fact, the tionally budgets school funds for in- She urged voters "to maintain get away from the oven for Christ- duplication of services is likely to force Marjorie Scariati struction of students rather than ma- Mr. Argoud, a fourth generation mas, too. No, it's not so much the Weslfield's excellent educational sys- Vermonter, owns The Tavern and Weslfield jor maintenance andcapital improve- tem." money we object to, well not much. ments. The town's school buildings speaks of it as of it were the Holy But who wants to get all dressed up have an average ageof overSOyears. Blood Drive Slated Grail. His wife, a red haired for Christmas dinner? Is the Trap and Skeet Range "We are seeki ng a large voter turn- Irishwoman, rules the kitchen with a Imagine a suit and a tie on Christ- out forlhiselection," she stated. "It is By Cancer Center pan of steel. They run the best restau- mas after you've spent half the night an important one for Westfield, and 1 The Department of Blood Donor rant for miles around. putting toys together. After that, you Really Needed in the County? knowthatmycolleaguesontheschool Services and the Valerie Center at "Argoud will rent us the upstairs look forward to a comfortable after- warning due to a high lead content in the board are as interested as I am in a Overlook Hospital in Summit have room used for Rotary meetings. He noon. How are we going to fight it? When an enthusiast of the Trap and will carve the 25-pound turkey and Skeet Range in Cranford exclaims to the drinking water. Plus.thecity is construct- carrying out of the wishes of the announced that the semi-annual Easy. Go along with it. Wives are Freeholder Board there is no proof that inga$5.5 million water treatment facility people in this community." Valerie Center Blood Drive for chil- furnish everything else," she said. always suspicious when their hus- the lead buck shot is causing any con- to get the lead out, and the cost is being Mrs. Walsh, who is Chairman of dren with cancer and other blood "For how much?" I responded. bands say "great idea." tamination. He is right. carried over to the rate payers. The clean the Board of Education's Facilities Naturally, being the eldest sister up of the shooting range will be paid for disorders will be held Thursday, Fri- Itbrings theircooking abilities into That's because there where no tests Committee, said the school district day and Saturday, December 1-3. and mother's deputy during our young question. done to prove that the shooting facility is by the taxpayers, and the fees for the use lives, she won out over our feeble of the shooting range will go up as well to expects nearly 400 additional elemen- Donors must be at least 18 years of polluting the land and the Rahway River help cover costs. tary students between now and the age, weigh more than 110 pounds protests. Imagination was given to us to which runs through it. It was more of a success than any- compensate tor what we are not; a But I say if the shooting range is not year 2005. and be in good health. All donors But what he doesn't know is that the "We have two choices," she receive a free mini-physical, free one had anticipated. Mother protested sense ot humor was given ro us to Union County Utilities Authority has cost effective and becomes an unneces- console us (or what we aie. sary burden to the envi ronment as wcl I as claimed. "We can house and educate parking and a small gift of apprecia- a bit at first but soon grew accus- conducted a scries of tests and released tomed to the idea. She thanked my Mack McGlnnls the results this past June, entitled 10 the health and financial outlook of the these additional students in our exist- tion. "Baseline Environmental Assessment." citizenry, then all in all, this shooting ing elementary classrooms or we can To donate blood to this very worth brother and I excessively for thinking range should be shut down. People seldom Improve when they This report does show a significant high build more classrooms. The school cause, please call the Department of of the idea and told my sister, "we have no other models but themselves level of lead in the river. Vincent Lehosky board has opted to build the needed Blood Donor Services at 522-3509 were wonderful boys." to copy. The City of Rahway was issued a health Linden classrooms. The board's proposal is for information and an appointment. We did try to pass some of the Oliver Goldsmith - Thursday, November 24,1994 Page 19 19th Annual Youth in County Government Day Education Foundation to Hold Fund-Raiser Celebration The Education Enrichment Foun- awarded a grant for McGinn School's dation of Scotch Plains-Fanwood reading aloud program and Dr. announced its first reception for Sat- Kathleen Frey and Miss Sandy urday, December 11, from 5 to 8p.m. Hibbard at Park School received which will serve as a kick-off fund- grants in the areas of foreign lan- raiser and celebration for this year's guage and reading. A program in award winners. science was funded at Scotch Plains- The evening will include musical Fanwood High School for Daniel entertainment, wine, cheese, hors Kehr and Mrs. Susan Data-Samtak d'oeuvres, and dessert with door and in social studies for Mrs. Diane prizes and aspecial raffle. Among the McKenna, David Bello and Mrs. raffle prizes are a weekend package Maryann Degnan. or dinner for two. The grants totaled $3,794 and were The foundation is an independent, awarded by a committee which re- non-profit community organization viewed all applications. Awards were which fosters education as a total based on a criteria established by the community enterprise by augment- Foundation that included enhancing • ing the programs of local schools. academic programs, enriching, but Varied enrichment activities and sup- not duplicating, current curriculum port for stimulating learning oppor- and projects that have had a major FOR PUBLIC SERVICE... Shown at the recent "Youth in County Government GOVERNMENT UP CLOSE...The 19th annual "Youth in County Government tunities represent the goals of the impact. Day," icR to right, arc: Seated, Jeannie Decoo of Benedictine Academy in Day" was held October 27 for almost SO high school students. Park of the day was organization. Elizabetl) and Adam Black and Shannon Manigault of Scotch Plains-Fanwood spent taking part in a regular freeholder meeting. Standing, left to right, are Eight grants were awarded involv- The celebration will be held at the High School; standing, Robert O'Leary and Miss Susan Lewis, Assistant Freeholder Elmer M. Ertl, Union County Manager, Mrs. Ann M. llaran; ing 11 teachers from the Scotch Scotch Hills Country Club. Tickets County Prosecutors; Freeholder, Mrs. Linda d. Slender, and Union County Freeholder Chairman, Frank H. Lehr; Union County Sheriff, Ralph Froclich; Plains-Fanwood schools. The teach- are available by writing to the Foun- Judge WUliam L'E. Wertheinwr. Student* spent the morning in various depart- and Wyllys Cass of the Court Administrator's Office; seated, Sergeant Ann ers honored this year include: Mrs. ments, divisions, bureaus and offices in order to experience county government Uuckley of the Sheriff's Office; Jesse Zmijcwski of St. Mary's High School in dation at P. O. Box 621 in Scotch firsthand. Elizabeth, Rebecca Marino of Elizabeth High School and John Ruvoio of Linda Bohlen, Mrs. Eloise Schundler Plains. A $ 15 donation per person to Westfleld High School. and Miss Sherry Devlin from the the Foundation is requested. Brunner School for a science project. Proceeds will benefit the Scotch Mrs. Barbara Newbaker was Plains-Fanwood "Y." Mr. Mancuso Begins Seventh Vocational Presidency Term Charles S. Mancusoof Hillside has Mr. Mancuso is active in the Father been elected President of the Board Canty Council-Knights of Colum- of Education of the Vocational bus, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Schools in Union County. Mr. and the Hillside Benevolent and Pro- Mancuso has been active on the board tective Order of Elks. His commu- for the past 25 years. This marks the nity interests have been the Hillside seventh time he has been elected to a Little League, Pop Warner Football one-year term as President, six of and Hillside Babe Ruth Baseball. which were consecutive terms. Other members of the board are Mrs. Gail Iammatteo of Scotch Plains, Vice President; Mrs. Jane Lorber of Scotch Plains and Robert H. Schmidt of Linden. State Senate President UNDERSTANDINGGOVERNMEN'r..Plcturedareparticlpantslnthe"Youth A DAY FOR THE STUDENTS...The day belonged to the students as they Donald T. DiFrancesco of Scotch In County Government Day." Seated, left to right, are: Syedia Lewis and Carlos observed and participated in county government. Standing, left to right, are: Plains was reappoimed Board Attor- Ruiz of Centennial High School In Weitfleld, Mrs. Nilda Rivera of the Union Mauro Checchlo, Director of the Office of Policy and Planning; Aliza Z. ney and Edward H. Mel lage of El iza- County Jail, and Charles Ott of Rahway High School; standing, Willie Moore Freedman of Elizabeth High School, Freeholders, Elmer M. Ertl and Mrs. Linda beth, Treasurer. of the Division of Parks and Recreation, Katie Donnelly of Cranford High (1. Stender; seated, Rachel Wright of Union High School, Mrs. Gerri DeLuca or Mr. Mancuso, a retired executive School, Marlssa DeFreese of Rahway High School and Sequoia Morre of the County Clerk's Office, Mrs. Carol Delloiacono of the Election Board, and with First Fidelity Bank, is now Ex- Benedictine Academy of Elizabeth. Christine Todaro of Westfleld High School. ecutive Director of the Linden Eco- nomic Development Corporation. The former mayor and lifelong resi- -lAcligious dent of Hillside has many years of experience in the banking and man- Mori Church News on Pages 8 and 22 agement professions. He currently acts as a consultant to professional ST. BARTHOLOMEW THE APOSTLE WILLOW GROVE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH groups regarding financial manage- ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 1961 RarltanRoad ment and planning as well as educa- 2032 Wef tfleld Avenue Scotch Plains tional policies and procedures. Scotch Plain The Reverend J. David Singh, Pastor Very Reverend Peler J. Zaccirdo, Pastor 232-5678 Included among the organizations 322-9192 Thursday, 9:30 a.m., Thanksgiving Worship with which he has been involved are Masses, Saturday, 5 p.m. and Sunday, 7:30 Service with tin: Reverend Ronald dc Groot the Hillside Board of Education, the a.m., ,9 am, 1030 u. and noon. deliver in the sermon. New Union County College Steering Sunday, 9 a.m., Sunday School: the Junior ASSEMBLY OF GOD EVANCEL CHURCH High Topic will be "So You're a Christian. What Committee, the Union County Coor- Charles S. Mancuso 1251 Terrill Road difference does that make?" and Senior High dinating Agency for Higher Educa- Scotch Plains Topic will Include an Examlnatiim (if other tion and the New Jersey Bankers M2-9JOO religions and how they differ from Christianity; Association. The recipient of a Bachelor of Sci- Sunday Worship 1045 am. and 6 p.m., and 10 a.m., Fellowship Time; 10:30 a.m., Worship ence Degree in Management from Sunday School 9:30 am Service with Nursery Care and Junior activities He was also appointed a Trustee Bible Study, Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. for three, four- and five year olds. The Reverend for the School for Handicapped of Seton Hall University in South Or- Ronald de Groot will deliver the sermon; 11:45 New Jersey and for the Linden Down- ange, Mr. Mancuso earned his TERRILL ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH a.m. through 12:15 p.m.JoyfulNoises Children's town Management Corporation. Master's Degree in Business Admin- 1340 Terrill Road Choir. Children In grades kindergarten through Other memberships i nclude Merck istration from Rutgers University in Scotch Plains fifth grade welcome; Youth Groups led by Robert New Brunswick. He is also a gradu- 322-7151 Mcrrlman.DirectorofYouth Ministries; 6 to 7:15 and Company Community Advisory Sunday, Sunday School and Adult Dihlc Study, p.m., Junior High, "Sharing Your Faitli," and 7:30 Panel and its Executive Committee ate of the Business Development In- 9:30 am.; Morning Worship, 10:45 a.m.; Dis- to 8:45 p.m., Senior High, "Sharing Your Faith." and theAdvisory Board of the Ameri- stitute in Chicago. cinleslita Training, Team Ktd and Children's Tuesday, 6 p.m., Trip to Bowery Mission in Choir, 6 p.m., and Evening Worship, 7 p.m. Manhattan. can Union Bank. He is also a member Wednesday, Prayer Service, 7 p.m. Tiiursday, 8 p.m., Cliauccl Choir Rehearsal. of the Linden Industrial Association Mr. Mancuso and his wife. Rose Throughout llicweck small illblc sludy groups and chairs its Membership Commit- Ann, are the parents of two children, SCOTCH PLAIIVS BAPTIST CHURCH will meet in the homes. tee. Roxane and Charles, Jr. 333 Park Avenue The church and meeting rooms arc wheel- Scotch Plains chair accessible. The Reverend Dr. James Brlx, Pastor Charles Hutchison, Director of Christian CONGREGATION ARI YEHUDA Education 1251 Tcrrill Road CITED FOR SERVICE...Mrs. Randi Schayowitz of Briduewater, Executive Scotch Plains Post Office 322-5487 Scotch Plains Director of Chemocare.iscongratulated by Mrs. Kathryn Falcone of Morristown, Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship, Located rear entrance of Assembly of God left, and her husband, William Falcone, a member of the Doard of Trustees of 10:45 a.m.; Baptist Youth Fellowship, 7 p.m. Evangel Church To Have Longer Yule Hours Child care provided during Sunday School and Chemocare, as a recipient of Muscular Dystrophy Association's "Women or 541-4849 worship. Achievement." Worship Services, 10 a.m. Saturdays. The Scotch Plains Post Office is December 17, the Scotch Plains Post Jewish and gentile believers in the Messiah of extending its business hours to help Office, which is located at 536 Park FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH Israel. Avenue, will be providing extended 524 South Strict Chemocare Executive Director make this holiday mailing season New Providence more convenient for Scotch Plains weekend window service between FIRST CHURCH OF The Reverenda Murdoch MacPherjon and CHRIST, SCIENTIST postal customers, Scotch Plains Post- 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Michael Gebhirt, Pastors 257 Midway Avenue master Elvoid Christmas said. "Extended window hours is just 464-5177 Chosen * Woman of Achievement' Fanwood Summer Worship Schedule: Spoken Eucharist "The Postal Service wants to make one of the initiatives we are imple- 322-8461 Chemocare's Executive Director, Mrs. port people the opportunity to see one at 8:00 a.m.; Continental Breakfast at 8:30 a.m., this Christinas as headache-free as menting duringDecember," Postmas- Sunday Worship 11 a.m., Sunday School for Randi Schayowitz, was named as one of another despite the distance," he contin- and Eucharist at 9:30 a.m. ter Christmas said. "We will still be children and young adults up to age 20,11 a.m the "Women of Achievement" at Muscu- ued. possible for all postal customers," Christian Science Reading Room, on pre- lar Dystrophy Association's "Salute the "Chemocare firmly believes the emo- Postmaster Christmas said. "It's at providing our other convenient ser- ST. PAUL'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH mises, open Tucsd.ay and Thursday, 11 a.m. to 3 Women of Union County" cocktail re- tional aspect of cancer needs to be equally this time of year when the Scotch vices toourcustomers, such as stamps 414 East Broad Street p.m.; Wednesday, 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., and ception at The Grand Summit Hotel in recognized in dealing with a cancerdiag- Plains Post Office receives the op- by mail, stamps by phone, our Prior- Westfleld Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Summit recently. nosis. Chemocare's goal is to provide all portunity to show just how customer ity Mail service and our overnight 232-8506 Wednesday Evening Testimony Service, Mrs. Schayowitz was one of 15 in this cancer patients with the opportunity to service-oriented we truly are," he Express Mail service. Customers are The Reverend Roger H. Ard, Rector 8 o'clock. have a support person visit and to know The Reverend Elizabeth R. Geitz, salute, as Summit Mayor, Mrs. Janet added. advised to stop by or telephone the Associate Rector CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH Whitman, presided as Master of Ceremo- that there are cancer survivors available Scotch Plains Post Office for more to make a difference," the spokesman Beginning Saturday, December 10, The Reverend Hugh Uvengood, Associate 108 Eastman Street, Cranford nies. and continuing through Saturday, information," he said. Rector Emeritus The Reverend C. Paul Strockblnc, Pastor Mrs. Schayowitz is a graduate of added. The Reverend Dr. Herbert Arrunategul, The Reverend Christine Regan, Rutgers University with a Master's De- Mrs. Schayowitz slated. "The recent Priest Associate Assistant Pastor gree in Social Work. Prior to assuming experience of William Best from Boston, The Reverend David A. Cooling, 276-2418 her position as Executive Director of the young man who ran away from home Priest Associate The Reverend Christine Regan will preach at Chemocarc, she was a Psychosocial because he would no longer take his che- Charles M. Banks, Minister of Music 8:15 and 11 a.m. services of worship on the First Santa Photos and Adoptions Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, 9:30 a.m., Holy Sunday of Advent. The Sacrament of Holy Com- Oncology Coordinator at Elizabeth Gen- motherapy treatments, exemplifies Eucharist with Mealing Rite. munion will be offered at the late service. Adult eral Medical Center for three years. She Chcmocare's belief that often the trcal- Friday, Parish Offices closed. Forum and Sunday Church School will lie held also was a Chemocarc volunteer, work- mcntseemsworscthanthcdiscasc. People Help to Aid Homeless Pets Sunday, Advent Begins, 7:45 a.m.. Holy Eu- from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Child care is available ing in training and fundraising activities. like William and all other patients need to °diarist with Rile I; 9 a.m.. Confirmation Class; every Sunday during the late service In the Chemocarc is a free and confidential knowChcmocare support pcoplecan help People for Animals, a non-profit, cal care until they are adopted. 9:05 a.m., Advent Wreathmaklng in the Parish education building for children five ycars-of-age service, of over 2(KJ volunteers strong, to make the most difficult of times a iilllc all-volunteer animal welfare organi- On Saturday, December 3, from 11 Hall, and 10 a.m., Holy Eucharist and Church and under. providing one-to-one emotional support easier." School. Sunday, 9:30 a.m., Teen Choir, and 10 a.m.. zation, is holding its annual "Pet Pho- a.m. until 3 p.m., People for Animals Monday, 9 a.m., Ecclesiastical Emb. in the to cancer patients and their loved ones. Tor more information, please call 232- tos With Santa" on Sundays, Decem- in association with The Pet Food Gi- Junior Choir. Patients arc matched with trained support 1103 inNew Jersey or I-81X1-55-CHEMO Guild Room; 7:30 n.m., Boy Scouts in the Parish Monday, 7:30 p.m., Outreach. ber 4 and December 11, from 11 a.m. ant is sponsoring apet adoption event Hail and Bible Fellowship in the Nursery. Tuesday, 5 p.m., Acolyte Orientation, and S people who have successfully completed outside of New Jersey. until 3 p.m. and on Saturday, Decem- at The Pet Food Giant store on Route Tuesday, 3:30 p.m., Primary Chuir Rehearsal; p.m., Sunday Church School Tcackrs. chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy. 4 p.m., Junior Girls Choir Rehearsal, and 4:30 The mission of Chemocarc is to instill ber 10, from 7 to 10 p.m. at its low- No. 22 East at West End Avenue in p.m.. Junior Boys Choir Rehearsal. hope and reassure patients that they can cost spay and neuter clinic at 433 North Plainfield. Wednesday, in observance of St. Andrew, 7 BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH conquer cancer and resume a fulfilling Hillside Avenue of Hillside. A $5 The Pet Food Giant lias donated a.m.. Holy Eucharist, 9:30 p.m., Sarah's Sisters In 539 Trinity Place, Wcslficld lire. donation is requested. the use of its store for the event. the Lounge. The Reverend Kevin Clark, Pastor 2334250 The 1-800-55-CHEMO line provides Pleasecall 964-6887 fordirections For information, please call 355- Sunday School, 9:30 to 10:30 a. m.willi classes easy access for those wishing more infor-' and information. All proceeds from 6374 or 789-0725. Many dogs and FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST for all ages and Adult Bible Study, and Worship motion outside (lie New Jersey area, and 422 East Broad Street, Weslfleld the event will benefit homeless pets cats will be available to adopt or Service, 11 a.m. with the Reverend Clark preach- 233-1103 accesses the Wcslficld office. by providing food, shelter and medi- foster. Sunday Service, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. ing. "In her tenure, Mrs. Schayowilz has Sunday School, 10:30 to 11:30 am. Wednesday, 6:3(1 p.m., New Members Class; Wednesday Evening Meeting, 8 o'clock. moved the Chemocarc organization from Prayer Service, 7:30 to 8 p.m., and Bible Study, a two-person staff to a five-person staff. Christian Science ReadingRoom,ll6Quimby 8 to 9 p.m. Street Friday, 7 p.m., Youth Fellowship led by the She has increased the visibility of Dally 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Reverend Dcnlse Reid Chemocare by moving to a new location, Thursday until 8 p.m. 231 North Avenue. West, Wcstficld, with Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. TEMPLE ISRAEL OF larger offices and the addition of a con- SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD ference room," u spokesman said. TERRILL ROAD BIBLE CHAPEL 1920 Cllffwood Street "Mrs. Schayowitz hopes to have cre- Scotch Plains 535 Terrill Road ated a warm and comfortable setting for George Nudcll, Rabbi Fanwood Matthew Axclrod, Cantor those chemotherapy patients and support 322-4055 Mrs. Rulh C. Gross, Director of Education people who would like a facc-to-face Family Bible Hour and Sunday School, 11 889-1830 support visit at a mutual location. Al- YULE GIFT?...Sparky Is a cute and though most of the support matches, out ' Ladles' Bihlc Study,Thursdays9:30to 11 im. Friday Services, 8:30 p.m. playful all-white terrier who needs a Saturday Services, 9:30 a.m. A camel's hump is not a storage place for water, as many people Nursery provided for all meetings. of state, arc completed by telephone, the loving home. He is small in size but bin Sunday Mlnyan, morning service, 9 o'clock. availability of a national database and on affection. Sparky is young, neu- believe. It stores fat which provides energy for the animal. Please tckplMinc Allan Wilks at 322-1929 or Thursday Mlnyan, morning service, 7 o'clock. Paul liaggan at 322-9867. video-phones provide patients and sup- tered and has his shots. Page 20 Thursday, November 24,1994 Marc Cicero, Marc Phillips Earn Eagle Scout Rank Marc Cicero and Marc Phillips of vide a visual tool for recruiting new Westfield were awarded the rank of students to the school. A letter of Eagle Scout at the Court of Honor of thanks Marc received from Michael Troop No. 72 held on November 7 at Marotti, Assistant Principal of Union the First Presbyterian Church in West- Catholic, said in part, "...You really field. captured life at Union Catholic, and I Eagle Scout is the highest rank am sure the many students who will awarded by the Boy Scouts of view this video will feel the sense of America and requires the successful excitement you captured in the video." completion of an approved service Marc Phillips is a graduated of project. Citations and letters of con- Westfield High School, where he gratulations were received from Presi- participated on the Varsity Football dent Clinton, United States Senators Team. He is a member of the Youth Frank R. Lautenberg and William Fellowship at the First Presbyterian "Bill" Bradley, Representative Rob- Church irr Westfield. For the past ert D. Franks, the Governor, Mrs. three winter, he has served at the ChristineTodd Whitman, and Mayor Presbyterian Church mission in Cera Garland C. Bud" Boothe, Jr. Azul, Mexico, where he helped build Marc is a senior at Union Catholic homes for the residents. Regional High School in Scotch His eagle Project was to build the Plains. He is a member of the Na- framing to support netting for a bat- tional Honor Society, a peer minister, ting cage to be used by the Westfield co-producer of the television station Baseball league. The benefit to the at Union Catholic and a member of league is to run free, continuous bat- the varsity tennis team. Marc partici- ing clinics for the 12 and under age pates in the youth ministry and music group in an enclosed, supervised and ministry programs at St. Helen's Ro- safe environment. A letter of thanks man Catholic Church of Westfleld. to him received from William Meyer, During the past three summers, he President of the Westfield Baseball has served as a volunteercounselor at League, said in part, -"I want to ex- From th» CollmcUon of Mr. wid Mrm. Stmnby Upton the Mid-Hudson Valley Camp for press our sincere thanks for a project PLACE YOUR BETS...H appears the Town Club House of Weslfleld was also known as the Westfkld Casino, according Children With Cancer. well done. The safety, enjoyment and to copy on a post card published around the turn of the century, but never mailed. The clubhouse was constructed . Marc's Eagle Project was to create learning experience for youth base- sometime in the early 1890's, reportedly at a cost of around $20,000. The Westfkld Athletic Club and the Union League '•4, Club merged to form the Town Club which was located on Elm Street near the First Baptist Church. A scene taken from a video tour of Union Catholic. The ball in Westfield has improved for another post card is the front cover of the calendar being offered an inducement to gain new lubscribcn by Tht WntfUU benefit to Union Catholic was to pro- years to come." Uader. The club billed iUelfai "WesttleM's leading place of amusement" offering moving pictures, bowling alleys, pool and billiard tables and tennis courts. The structure burned to the ground in 1911. Thow wishing to trade or discus* post cards with the Lipsom are asked to write to them care of The Uader, P.O. Box 250, Westfleld, O7091. Over 330 Entrants Expected Chamber Presents Its Sixth In Cat Fanciers Show Marc Phillip The Moorestown Cat Fanciers of view not only thecats and the judging New Jersey will present their Annual but alto the meticulous grooming the Junior League to Aid Annual Holiday Ornament Eight Judging Ring Championship felines undergo, a spokesman said. Plainfleld Program A shiny, blue ball, depicting the Plains. Cat Show in the Westfield National "This is a wonderful opportunity Westfleld Minuteman, is the sixth The 1994 balls, in a limited edition Guard Armory, 500 Rah way Avenue, to learn grooming techniques — For Teenage Parents annual holiday ornament commis- of 850, are on sale for $7 each at these Westfield, on Saturday and Sunday, brushing, combing, shampooing, nail ' "With the holidays quickly ap- sioned by the Westfield Area Cham- Chamber member banks: Central Jer- November 26 and 27, from 10 a.m. to clipping, the correct use of food proaching, plans are underway for ber of Commerce. sey, Chemical, First Fidelity and 1st 5 p.m. both days. supplements andcorrect feeding hab- the Junior League of Elizabeth- The art work was designed for Nationwide on East Broad Street; Overt 330 cats will be entered and its. The owners love to answer ques- Plainfield to help the Plainfleld Teen Westfield's Bicentennial by long-time Midlantic and Summit Bank on Elm the public is welcome to see exotic tions," the spokesman continued. Parenting Program's families cel- Westfield resident, Arthur Taylor of Street, United Jersey Bank Central pedagred breeds from all over the Also on hand will be vendors sell- ebrate. The league has had some ex- The Lawrence Group in Scotch on Central Avenue and National world — Scottish fold, Himalayan, ing grooming supplies, jewelry and perience helping kids celebrate this Westminster Bank on South Avenue, sphynx, Persian, Somali, Abyssin- cat trees of wood and carpet. summer, through their involvement Joseph Roskin Joins West. ian, Turkish van and Norwegian For- Food, hot and cold, is available as in A Festival for Kid, which ben- Ornaments will also be sold at est Cats competing for trophies, ro- is plenty of free parking. efited the Plainfleld Teen Parenting Education Fraternity Brunner Opticians and Pickwick Vil- settes and the "Best of the Best." Admission costs $5 and $4 for se- Program, which helps to keep teen- age mothers in school while provid- Joseph Roskin, of the Scotch lage on East Broad Street, Rorden Hundreds of visitors from around nior citizens and children. For infor- Realty at Elm and Quimby Streets, the state are expected to attend to mation, please call 1 -201 -379-2816. ing a safe and loving en vironment for Plains-Fanwood High School Class Christopher M. Hartzell their children," a spokeswoman said. of 1992, has been inducted into the Scott's Shoes at Quimby Street and Gamma Gamma Chapter of Kappa Central Avenue, Designers Potpourri, Gets Army Training The festival just celebrated its Delta Epsilon, the national education South Avenue West, and Print Tech Christopher M. Hartzell received fourth year and is becoming a tradi- fraternity. A student must maintain a on South Avenue, East. practical work in military leadership tion for the young children of 3.0 gradepoint average or higher to Proceeds from the sales support at the Reserve OfficersTrainingCorps Plainfield. be invited to join this fraternity. Chamber activities and programs. advanced camp at Fort Bragg in The Junior League is continuing Joseph is entering his junior year at A limited number of white 1991 Fayetteville, North Carolina. this project for the 1994-1995 year jCaldwell College where he is in- ornaments featuring„ the The camp attended by cadets nor- with many more hands to help. Some Wolved in the Student Life Commit- Mindowaskin Park bandstand and the* mally between their third and forth of the activitiei planned for this year jtee and has achieved the Dean's List ecru 1992 ornaments featuring the year of college, includes instruction include a book drive to build two •for the past three semesters. He is Westfield Fire House are available* incornrnunications, management and libraries for the Plainfield Teen majoring in elementary education. through the Chamber office at 233- survival training. Parenting Program. These will con- Statistics are no substitute tor 3021. Successful completion of the ad- sist of a children's books library, and judgment. Previous editions of 1989, 1990vanced camp and graduation from a parenting and child care resource and 1994 are completely sold out. college results in a commission as a library. To add to this, the Junior Henry Clay second lieutenant in the United States League is planning to organize infant Army, Guard or Reserve. cardiopulmonary resuscitation and The cadet is a student at Dickinson first aidclassesfortheyoung parents. TiMli College Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The Junior League is a non-profit Christopher is the son of Mr. and organization of volunteers and is open Mrs. Lawrence Hartzell of Westfield. to women over the age of 21.. Day and He is a 1991 graduate of Westfield evening placements are available. For High School. more information, please call 709- 1177. Christopher S. Shelton Muhlenberg Auxiliary Gets Officers Training Christopher S. Shelton has com- Holiday House Tour pleted training in Fundamental mili- Is Sunday, December 4 tary skills at the Army Reserve Offic- "Homes for the Holidays," a house ers Training Corps Camp Challenge tour sponsored by theMistletoeTwig at Fort Knox, Kentucky. of The Muhlenberg Regional Medi- atrtmt CampChallenge is designed to give cal Center Auxiliary for the benefitof college juniors and sophomores who the medical center, will be held on Free Gift have not taken Reserve Officers Sunday, December 4, from 11 a.m. to Cards, Too Training Corps courses the chance to 4 p.m., with the last tour beginning at enter the program. Cadets received 3 p.m. training in basic rifle marksmanship, Sable Burmese, Thai i and Ariadne The tour will take visitors through Give a Subscription to drill and ceremonies, small arms tac- Plainfteld's Sleepy Hollow and his- tics and communications. toric neighborhoods to nine homes, The cadet is a student at St. Peter's each decorated with a holiday theme. College in Jersey City. Retirees to Meet at Westwood Highlights will include: A"blpck tie" Christopher is the son of Mr. and Christmas party, caroling, a Christ- Mrs. H. Lee Shelton of Westfield. mas wedding and waiting for Santa or He is a 1991 graduate of Westfield On Monday, December 5 on Christmas Eve. Luminarias and High School. The December meeting of the natural gas. mistletoe cookbooks will be avail- Westfield Area Chapter No. 4137 of Membership Chairman ArthurTay- able for sale. The Times Alzheimer's Helpers the American Association of Retired lor says the Westfield Area Chapter is Tickets cost $15 in advance and Persons will be held on Monday, open to anyone 55 years of age or $20 if purchased the day of the tour, To Meet December 12 December 5, at The Westwood.North older who holds a national member- Visitors must be age 12 or older. Alzheimer's Support Groups meet Avenue, Garwood. ship. He may be reached at 889- Tickets may be purchased at the the second Monday of the month at James Lacano, pianist, will pro- 5377. Mr. Taylor will be accepting following locations; Swain's Galler- Call 232-4407 1:30 and 7 p. m. at the Meridian Nurs- vide the entertainment. dues from those who have not al- ies, 703 WatchungAvenue, Plainfield; ing Center of Westfield, 1515 Lam- Reservations may be made with ready paid same for 1995. Crisalis Fashion Boutique, 6IC berts Mill Road. Mr. and Mrs. James Schnuck. Meetings are held monthly from Mountain Boulevard, Warren; The meeting will be open to public. The next regular meeting will be September through June, usually on Coldwell BankerSchlott, Central and "If you are a caregiver or if you held at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, the first Monday of the month, except North Avenues, Westfield; Coldwell 50 Elm Street • Westfield 07090 know someone who is suffering from 414EastBroadStreet, Westfield, at I when that Monday falls on a legal Banker Schlott, 310 Park Avenue, Alzheimer's disease or a related p.m. A social hour precedes with re- holiday, then it is held on the first Scotch Plains, and Burgdoi ff Real- dementia, you will find this group freshments and guests are always Tuesday orfollowing Monday. Meet- tors, 256 South Avenue, Fanwood. In-County Subscriptions: $16 discussion helpful. Guest speakers welcome. ingdatesarealways announced at the For additional information, please often address the meeting and pro- Members and guests are reminded preceding one. contact the Muhlenberg Foundation Out-of-County Subscriptions: $20 vide helpful information," a spokes- to enter the church through the red Guests are welcome at all times. at 668-2025. man said. door at the rear of the building and to Please contact Steven Kendall at bring along a non-perishable food 233-9700 for further details. item or paper product. These will be Drop in and receive a 1995 calendar distributed to the needy and are espe- Trailside Gift Shop Offers Scott Satkin's Art cially welcome at holiday times. of Historic Westfield Program Chairman, Mrs. Dorothy Displayed in New York Garis, announced that for the January Nature and Space Gifts Scott Satkin of Westfield is one of 9 meeting, the Elizabethtown Gas with every new Leader subscription! 62 children from across the country Company will discuss the history of "Come back to nature foryourholi- a new feeder and bird identification whose artwork will be displayed in day gift-giving. The gift shop at chart. Budding puppeteers will love the window of the Donnell Library Trailside in Mountainside features a the unusual and realistic animal hand Center on West 53rd Street in Man- Will Your Nest Egg wide variety of reasonably priced gifts puppets," the spokesman added. SUBSCRIBE NOW! hattan, Saturday, November 19, to and stocking stuffers with something The Visitor Center Gift Shop is Wednesday, January 4. for infants to seniors," a spokesman open from 1 to 5 p.m. daily. Really Be Enough? said. Name. The exhibition, "Origami by Chil- "Will Your Nest Egg Be Enough?" Available for the astronomy buffs dren," is the result of a national com- will be the topic of a free financial An assortment of frogs, turtles and are space related gadgets, posters, Street. petition sponsored by Japan Airlines seminar given by Dean Witter insects, jewelry, rocks and minerals toys and star charts in the Trailside and Origami USA, the Origami Soci- Reynolds to be held at the Scotch may be purchased. Dinosaur related Planetarium Gift Shop which is open City_ ety of America. Plains Library, 1972 Bartle Avenue, items include puppets, key rings and before and afterpublicshows on Sun- Scotch Plains, on Wednesday, No- bubbles. days at 2 and 3:30 p.m. 'Trailside also has a wide selection Trailside Nature and Science Cen- Zip The IH'IM! for nhsnlutes mny vember 30, at 7:30 p.m. "Please re- of nature books and guides sure to ter is a facility of Union County Divi- hr nothing hut u wnnt of love. serve your seat by calling Michael Phone Nemeth at 1-8O0-347-5O18," a please your favorite bookworm. The sion of Parks and Recreation. —Jean RoBtnml spokesman said. birder in your life will thank you for Thursday, November 24,1994 Pap 21 A Christmas Carol to Aid Classmate of Dr. Apgar's Theater and Westfield < Y' Remembers Her to The Leader The Westfield Young Artists' Co- cert presentation of A Christmas Carol By JANE MONTALBANO from The Weather Vane of 1925, the operative Theater and the Westfield on Saturday, December 17, at 7 p.m. Specially Wriittnjor The WexfitldLeadtr "Y" will present a formal staged con- high school yearbook. Dr. Apgar'* at Westfield High School. A high school classmate of the late description reads, "The industry of All proceeds will benefit the Dr. Virginia Apgar, the anesthesiolo- the bee is second only to that of Vanell theater's 1995 summer production gist famous for ihe lest she devised Virginia, a conscientious student; a and the Westfield "Y." for newborns to measure their alert- pursuer of Greek and of higher math- For the past three summers, the ness, recently wrote to The Westfield ematics; an ardent stamp collector; theater, a non-profit troupe comprised Leader. Everet H. Wood was also a an enthusiast of basketball, tennis of young performers who live in the graduate of Westfield High School's and track; and a veteran of our high Westfield area, has presented pro- Class of 1925. He, too, went on to school orchestra. Frankly, how does ductions of A Midsummer, Night's study medicine and then became an she do it?" Dream; the musical. Carnival, and ophthalmologist. Her extracurricular activities were Stage Door. He and Dr. Apgar followed one The theater's goal is to educate listed as: Orchestra, freshmen through another's careers and visited several senior years; class basketball, where young people in all aspects of the times, the last time at his home in theatrical arts. she was Captain during her junior Albuquerque. He wrote to The Leader year; Amherst Concert Committee, A Christmas Carol will be per- about Dr. Apgar's talent as a fine Lafayette Concert Committee and formed by professional New York violinist and how she also made vio- Debate Club. actors. "We are thrilled to have Tho- lins. At the time of her death, she was The story on the United States mas Riis Farrell, recognized for his working on a project which would roles in Sleepless in Seattle, Scent of CAREER WOMEN...Among the nine panelists participating in Public Service stamp that was issued last month in Electric and Gas Company's conference, "Energizing Women: Meeting the result in an instrument resembling honor of Virginia Apgar appeared in a Woman, and Law and Order on the viola and the cello. television. He will play Fezziwig," a Challenge of Workforce 2000," was Westfield resident Dr. Elizabeth Alger, the September 24th edition of The Associate Dean for Education at the University of Medicine and Dentistry in Dr. Wood also enclosed a copy Leader. spokesman said. New Jersey in Newark, at right, and Mrs. Chee Chee Williams, a founding "Michael D'Antuano so enjoyed partner of CS Communications and former television network reporter, who working with Miss Cynthia Meryl served as discussion moderator. The conference, held on October 19, In Adult School Ends Semester Thomas Kits Parrell and Miss Natalie Ross in / Do! I Do! Plainsboro, addressed women's career issues and strategies for success. that he will join the cast as the Ghost of Christmas Past," the spokesman explained. With 'Wills, Trust, Probate' He last played on Broadway in United Fund Drive Reaches Roch T. Williams, an attorney with cation of testamentary planning. 42ndStreet. Hisother Broadway cred- Snevily, Ely, Williams & Gurrieri of Other topics to be covered i nclude: its include: Zorba with Anthony Westfield, will give aleclure, "Wills, Estate Planing Vehicles, Intervivos Quinn, The Three Musketeers, Can- $455,235, or 66 Per Cent of Goal Trust and Probate," on Monday Trusts, Durable Powers of Attorney, Can and Caesar and Cleopatra with evening, November 28, at the Health Care Directives, Elder Law Rex Harrison. Two months into the United Fund of the Advance Gift Division returned Westfield Adult School. issues and Medicaid Planning. Lawrence Grey, who will perform ofWestfield's 1994-1995 campaign, to the United Fund offices earlier this The lecture will describe the pro- Students may register in the main the role of Ebenezer Scrooge, is fa- the annual drive has reached 69 per week to make follow-up calls to cess by which assets pass upon death office of Westfield High School, 550 miliar to local audiences, having been cent, or $455,235, of its $660,000 Westfielders not yet reached. from one person to another, includ- Dorian Road, between 6:30and 7:30 featured in over one dozen produc- goal. Volunteer solicitation teams "One of the things that we stress," ing a comprehensive study of the p.m. on Monday, November 38. tions at the Papennill Playhouse. continue to seek pledges from resi- said Mr. Lesher, "is that we make devolution of property, legal and tax- The lecture will run between 7:30 Others may recall his appearance dents, businesses and professionals. sure the prospect knows a Westfield related issues and the practical appli- and 9:30 p.m. in the Great Performances produc- "We think that the next several resident, their neighbor, is calling tion of Show Boat. He is no stranger months will prove vital to the success them not a telemarketing company." to the characters of Charles Dickens, of this year's campaign," said Dou- He said he is pleased by the work having performed in Great Expecta- glas Schwarz 1994-1995 campaign undertaken by members of his cam- tions, A Tale of Two Cities and A chairman. "To make the goal, we paign committee. Christmas Carol. must continue to encourage dona- The monies raised by the United Tickets are now on sale at the Mu- tions from al 1 sectors of the Westfield Fund of Westfield help 20 member Michael D'Antuano sic Staff and the Westfield "Y" for community." agencies. this one performance. Exemplifying the continued need than is no present or future, only the For more information or ticket re- Most volcanoes are found along a belt, called the "Ring of Fire, to work on the campaign, co-chair- pnst, happening over and over, now. that encircles the Pacific Ocean. quests, please call 233-2700. men A. Donald Pray and John Lesher Eugene O'Neill Each has his past shut In him tike the leaves ol a book shown to him by heart, and his friends can only read the title. Virginia Wool! There is no present or future, only the past, happening over and over, now. Eugent O'Neill

Grapes grow in clusters of as few as six to as many as 300 Lawrence Grey berries. Here's Where to Find Those Who Serve You UNITED STATES CONGRESS Fourth Ward Counci Iman James Hely, United States Senator William "Bill" Democrat, 126 Hazel Avenue, 233-3641. Bradley, Democrat, 1 Newark Center, Fourth Ward Councilman Michael E. irmlrd um« llmr In llx , jrlt \K*\\. friMuli'dlv rt .itnvl nl MMII, whrrc »M>iindl2!MHM. (I,, UrOfrld Mhlnli CluliMnd l'hr Newark, New Jersey. 07102-5297,1-201- Panagos, Republican, 6 Bell Drive, 233- 639-2860 6340. United Statei Senator Frank R. . SCOTCH PLAINS TOWNSHIP COUNCIL Lautenberg, Democrat, Gateway I, Gate- Mayor William F. McClintock, Jr., Re- 50 Kim Slrctl I1. <). Box 2511 way Center, Newark, 07102, 1-201-645- publican, 2220 New York Avenue, 232- Wesindd, N.J. (I7IIUU 'ld. VJ. U70V1 3030. 9314. 232-44H7 United Statei Representative Robert Deputy Mayor Robert Johnston. Re- D. Frank*. Suite B-17, 2333 Morris Av- publican, 421 Evergreen Boulevard, 889- enue, Union, 07083,686-5576 4231. NEW JERSEY LEGISLATURE Mrs. Joan Papen, Republican, 2279 WESTFIELD (22nd District) Old Farm Road, 889-2396. State Senator Donald T. DiFiancesco, Alan M. Augustine, Republican, 1972 Republican, 1816 East Second Street, Wood Road, 232-9138. Scotch Plains, 07076, 322-5500. Mrs. Irene Schmidt, Republican, 1230 Assemblyman Richard H. Bagger, Re- Christine Circle, 232-2406. publican, 203 Elm Street, Westfield, FANWOOD BOROUGH COUNCIL is offering to New Subscribers, Without Charge this 07090, 212-3673. Mayor, Mis. Linda d. Stender, Demo- Aiiemblyman Alan M. Augustine, Re- crat, 154 Herbert Avenue, 889-6793. publican, Suite 109, 219 South Street. Council President, Mrs. Maryanne (Value: $4.00) New Providence, 07974.665-7777. Connelly, Democrat, 58 Waldon Road, BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS 889-6455. Chairman, Frank H. Lehr, Republican, Andrew J. MacDonald, Republican, 17 16 Myrtle Avenue. Summit, 07901, 273- Montross Avenue, 322-5713. 1995 Calendar 4714. Kevin McGonigle, Democrat, 24 Arlene Vice Chairman, Mis. Linda DiGiovannl, Court, 869-2185. Republican, 883 Pennsylvania Avenue, Donald S. Kolterjahn, Republican, 205 Union, 07083, 688-6747. Peterson Road, 322-6358. Miss Linda-Lee Kelly, Republican, 190 LouisC. Jung, Republican, 66Tillotson featuring Keats Avenue, Elizabeth, 07208.965-1219. Road, 889-0652. Elmer M. Ertl, Democrat, 220 Cherry Bruce Walsh, Democrat, 181 Vinton Street. Roselle. 07203, 241-1362. Circle, 322-8696. Mario A. Paparozzi, Republican, 116 WESTFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATION Mohawk Drive, Cranford, 07016, 276- Mrs. Susan H. Pepper, President, 214 Late 19th and Early 20th Century 4634. Sunset Avenue, 654-5586. Edwin H. Force, 44 Benjamin Street, Mrs. Susan Jacobson, Vice President, Cranford, 07016, 272-9236. 786 TamaqueB Way, 232-0476. Casimir Kowalczyk, Democrat, 251 Dr. B. Carol Molnar, 232 Wychwood Marshall Street, Elizabeth, 07206. 354- Road. 654-3833. Scenes of Westfield 9645. Mrs. Melba S. Nixon, 1008 Tice Place, Walter McLeod.Democrat, 856 Tbom 233-1372. Street, Rahway, 07065, 381-3584. Mrs. Dailelle Walsh, 1715 Grandview Mrs. Linda d. Slender, Democrat, 154 Avenue, 654-3144. Herbert Avenue, Fanwood, 07023, 889- Mrs. Eileen Satkln, 1465 Grandview 6793. Avenue, 232-5293. Descriptions of scenes provided. COUNTY CLERK William J. Sweeney, 558 Birch Av- Walter O. Halpin. Republican, 11 enue, 233-0377. NlcholsCourt, Fanwood 07023, B89-2074. Thomas Madaras, 102 Surrey Lane, includes a selection oi structures SURROGATE 232-1189. Mrs. Ann P. Contl, Democrat, 328 Par- SCOTCH PLAINS-FANWOOD tridge Run, Mountainside, 07092, 232- BOARD OF EDUCATION now standing, gone or 7083. Dr. Donald E. Sheldon, President 321 REGISTER OF DEEDS Acacia Road, Scotch Plains, 233-2965. AND MORTGAGES Mrs. Lillian M. Dettmar, Vice Presi- completely remodeled Miss Joanne Rsjoppl, Democrat, 383 dent, 2089 Algonquin Drive. Scotch Plymouth Road, Union, 07083. 527-4787. Plains, 233-2913. SHERIFF Morris H. Gillet, 1061 Rarltan Road, Ralph a. Froehllch, Democrat, Union Scotch Plains, 757-0983. • Opened up, it's one foot wide and one and a half feet deep County Courthouse, Elizabeth, 07201, Mark W. Koster, 2059 Nicholl Avenue, 527-4450. Scotch Plains. 322-4063. WESTFIELD TOWN COUNCIL Richard R. Meade, 183 Watson Road, • Printed in burgundy ink on ivory-colored stock Mayor Garland C. "Bud" Boothe, Jr., Fanwood, 322-5670. Republican, 6 Hawthorn Drive. 233-3780. Mrs. Theresa Larkin, 8 Blackblrch • Hole punched for convenient hanging First Ward Councilman Norman N. Road, Scotch Plains, B89-1722. Greco, Republican, 171 Lincoln Road, August Rugglero, 316 Pearl Place, 233-7782. Scotch Plains, 889-5948. First Ward Councilman Anthony M. Mrs. Jessica L. Simpson, 60 Midway Call 232-4407 to Subscribe LaPorta, Democrat, 409 North Chestnut Avenue, Fanwood, 322-8736. Street, 654-1271. Albert J. Syvertsen. 2277 Evergreen Or Come Down to Our Office at 50 Elm Street Second Ward Councilman James J. Avenue, Scotch Plains, 8B9-8B98. Qruba, Republican, 356 Wychwood Road. 233-0236. Second Ward Councllwoman. Mrs. ^\, like every soldier ol America, wiii^ "A Scenic Way to Start The New Year" Margaret C. Sur, Republican, 601 die for the Ireedom of the press, Wychwood Road, 232-640B. oven for the Ireedom ol newspapers Third Ward Councilman Kenneth L. that call me everything ttiat is a good In-Cminlv Sul>MTi|itiinik. SKJ • l'i>lli-i;i'SuliM.ri|iliiin». M4 MacRltchie. Republican, 516 Trinity deal less than being a gentleman." Place, 233-8739. . Dwight 0. Elsenhower Oul-i>r-Ci)iilil% SullM-riplinMs. S-H Third Ward Councilman Oary G. Jenkins, Republican, 230 Connecticut New Subscribers Can Pick Up the Calendar at Our Offices. Street. 232-8303. Thursday, November 24,1994 A. Vincent Samuelson, 79, Longtime Schools Head to Be Speaker William J. Ochs, 69, Designer Fanwoodian, Was Stamp Enthusiast Brf „, fe p ^ G AL.Vincen. Vincent Samuelson,. 79,. of Fan- annnHih^Amorircrd the American. Phiia^NrB»c»ar^Philatelic Research r Of Pipes for Exxon in Linden wood, died Monday, November 21, Library where he was alifeti me mem- The Concerned African-American William i. Ochs, 69, of Scotch Mrs. Nancy 0. Fox of Easton, Con- at the Morristown Memorial Hospi- ber. Mr. Samuelson was a member of tal. Parents of Westfield will host Dr. Plains died Monday, November 21, necticut; two sisters. Mrs. Virginia the American Air Mail Society and Mark C. Smith, the Westfield Super- at his home. Beben of Tempe. Arizona and Mrs. Mr. Samuelson was born in Brook- the Canal Zone Study Group. lyn and had lived in Plainfield before intendent of Schools, during its Mr. Ochs moved to Scotch Plains Mary Katherine Bujnowski of Ox- He was also a Past President and a monthly meeting on Thursday, De- 32 years ago from Bayonne, where ford, and two granddaughters. moving to Fanwood where he re- member of the Westfield Stamp Club. sided for the past 43 years. cember 1, at 7:30 p.m. in the West- • he was born. He was a piping de- The funeral was held yesterday, He was a member of the Queen field Neighborhood Council located \ signer for 36 years with Exxon at the Wednesday. November 23, at Im- He had been a Merchandising City Stamp and Cover Club in War- at 127 Cacciola Place. ;• Bayway Refinery in Linden before maculate Heart Church. Burial was Manager for the Joseph Dixon Pencil ren, the Board of Governors of the Dr. Smith will present his annual j retiring in 1986. at Holy Cross Cemetery in North Company in Jersey City. Mr. North Jersey Federated Stamp Club : update on the progress of black stu- He was a veteran in the United Arlington. Samuelson retired from the company sand the Metropolitan Air Post Soci- dents in Westfield as well as such ; States Navy in World War II. In lieu of flowers, the family re- in 1980. ety for which he was the President at current issues as the upcoming bond : Mr. Ochs was a member of the quests that donations be made in the Mr. Samuelson was a member of the time of his death. referendum vote and the efforts to • Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman memory of Mr. Ochs to the Deborah the Faith Lutheran Church in New Mr. Samuelson was a member of recruit more black teachers and ad- Catholic Church in Scotch Plains and Lituanian Foundation, 543 Azalea Providence where he had served as the 102nd Essex Troop Cavalry in : ministrators for the Westfield sys- a member of ihe Knights of Lithuania Drive, Brick 08724. Vice President for the congregation. 1936 and 1937. tem. He was a member and Past Chairman Surviving are his wife, the former of Bayonne. Funeral arrangements were "This is one of our most important Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Rita of the Lodge Linne No. 429 of the Miss Ruth Pearson of Fanwood; three handled by Ihe Memorial Funeral Vasa Order of America in Stirling. meetings of the year," said Lawrence Miskewitz Ochs of Scotch Plains; a sons, John L. Samuelson of Colorado Hampton, the group's President. Home, 155 South Avenue, West, He also had been an active member Springs,- Colorado; Jeffrey L. ' son, William J. Ochs, Jr. of Mountain Scotch Plains. "Anyone with an interest in the edu- •• Lake; two daughters, Mrs. Susan O. of many stamp organizations includ- Samuelson of Woodinville, Washing- Nowmblr 24. 1994 ing the American Philatelic Society cation of all of our children should Dugas of Lake Orion, Michigan and ton and James V. Samuelson of Old make it a priority to attend this meet- Bridge; a daughter, Mrs. Janet S. ing." Achilich of Baiting Hollow, New "The organization serves as an ad- York; two sisters, Mrs. Helen S. Wahl vocate for black students and parents Dr. Mark C. Smith THE NEWSPAPER of Fanwood and Mrs. Ruth S. Payeur in the Westfield School System. With black elementary students and de- of West Swanzey, New Hampshire, Westfield's small African-American serving junior and high school blacks. and eight grandchildren. population, its role has become criti- It also sponsors an annual black his- A memorial service will be held in cal in voicing the concerns that affect tory contest opened to the entire West- A Family Affair the church on Saturday, November its constituency," a spokesman said. field community. 26, at 2 p.m. The non-for-profit organization The group meets the first Thursday In lieu of flowers, the family has depends on membership dues and of each month. No other source of information requested that donations be made in fund-raising activities to provide an- For more information, please call the name of Mr. Samuelson to Faith nual scholarships and awards to all Mr. Hampton at 233-4923. Lutheran Church's Memorial Fund, gives your family more. News, 524 South Street, New Providence, 07974. Mrs. Hoerrner, 66, Was Member views, entertainment, special Nov.mb.r 24, 1994 Mrs. Peterson, 73 Of Service League, in Methodist Church features...there's something for Mrs. Robert A.M. (Patricia M.A.) Mrs. Richard J. (Mildred N. Kenil worth and Roselle Park before Peterson, 73, died Friday, November Norberg) Hoermer, 66, died Satur- moving to Scotch Plains in 1956. 18, at her home in Clinton Township. day, November 19, at home in Scotch She was a member of the Fan- everyone in She was born in Plainfield and had Plains. wood-Scotch Plains Service League lived in Westfield and Scotch Plains Born in Cranford, she had lived in and the Exxon Eminent Club. before moving to Clinton Township She was a member of First United 11 years ago. FANWOOD MUSHTUIAN CHMKH Methodist Church in Scotch Plains. Mrs. Peterson was the 13th genera- Marline ind U Qrtmtt AVCNMCI P.O. Roi«9 Surviving are her husband; a son, tion of her family born in the United Fanwood Thomas F. Hoerrner; a sister, Mrs. States. 889-8891 June Herrick; two brothers, George She was a graduate of the Hartridge The Reverend Dr. Donald Cordon Lewli, Norberg and Allan Norberg, and a Jr., Senior Pwior School in Plainfield and Katherine The Reverend Cynlhii S. Wkkwire, granddaughter. Gibbs School in New York City. Associate Puior Services for Mrs. Hoerrner were The Times She was a member of the Junior The Reverend Elizabeth Anderaon-Domer, conducted yesterday, Wednesday, League of Plainfield. Pastoral Associate for Christian November 23, at the Rossi Funeral Education Surviving are her husband; adaugh- Robert H. Gangewerejr., Director of Home in Scotch Plains. 50 Elm Street, Westfield, NJ 07090 ter, Mrs. Laura Ailing Starantino of Music and Ihe Fine Arta Uavmmbar 24.1994 Warmi nster, Pennsy I vania; three sons, Sunday, First Sunday of Advent, Public Wor- Carl Edwin Peterson of New Canaan, ship, 10 a.m., Learning Croups for Children, FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH In-County Subscriptions, $16.00 10:15 to 11:15 a.m., and Kolnonla Group, 7 p.m. H71TerrillRoid Connecticut, John David Peterson of Monday, Staff Meeting, noon; Prospective Fanwood and Robert Andrew . Scotch Plains Out-of-County Subscriptions, $20.00 Members Class, 7:30 p.m., and Boy .Scouts Troop The Reverend Diane Zanetii, Pastor Peterson of lselin; a sister, Mrs. Jean No. 33, 7:30 p.m. 322-9222 College Subscriptions, $14.00 B. S weeny of Westport, Connecticut, Tuesday, Afternoon DIscusslonGroup, I p.m.; 9:15 a.m.. Church School. and five grandchildren. Prayer Service, 2:45 p.m.; Westminster Ringers, 10:30 a.m., Worship, and Nursery Care for 4 p.m., and Westminster Singers, 5 p m. Infants and toddlers. September to May Services were held Tuesday, No- Wednesday, Thrift Shop, 10 a.m.; Genesis vember 22, in the afternoon in the Ringers, 4 p.m.; Calvin Choir, 5 p.m., Middlers, PUBLIC NOTICE " Clinton Presbyterian Church. There 5:30 p.m., and Trinity Ringers, 8 p.m. was no visitation. Thursday, Cherub Choir and Crafts, 3:15 Notice Is hereby given that at a regular p.m.; Celebration choir and Fellowship, 3:45 meeting of the Township Council of (he SUBSCRIBE NOW! Arrangements were handled by the p.m., and Presbyterian Women's Christmas Din- Township of Scotch Plains, held on Tues- Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home of ner, 6 p.m. day evening, November 22, 1994, two Fleinington. Saturday, Blood Rank, 8:30 a.m., and Food Ordinance! each entitled: ' November 24, 1994 Rank, 10 a.m. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND Name. CHAPTER VII OF THE O.EI*. ERAL ORDINANCES OF THE Mrs. Cary, Teacher in Elizabeth, TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH Street. PLAINS ENTITLED "TRAFFIC" were duly passed on second and final Active in Cranford Baptist Church reading. City_ Phone TOWNSHIP OP SCOTCH PLAINS Mrs. Charles (Martha Jane)Canady She was born in Raleigh, North Barbara Rlepe Zip Cary died Sunday, November 20, at Carolina and had lived in Westfield Township Clerk Muhlenberg Regional Medical Cen- for more than 25 years. 1 T—11/24/94, TDe Times Fee:$i4.79 ter in Plainfield. Mrs. Cary received a bachelor's degree from Shaw University in Ra- PUBLIC NOTICE leigh, North Carolina in 1950 and a Notice Is hereby given that at a regular master's degree from Columbia Uni- meeting of the Township Council of the versity in 1957. Township of Scotch Plains, held on Tues- day evening, November 22, 1994, en Or- She was an educator in the Eliza- dinance entitled: beth School System until her retire- AN ORDINANCE AMINOINCt ment in 1989. AND SUPPLEMENTING! This Is Westfield She was a member of First Baptist CHAPTER VII ENTITLED •TRAFFIC" OP THE REVISEO Church in Cranford for more than 25 OENERAL ORDINANCES OP OUT 22nd Annual Edition years and a member of its Deaconess THE TOWNSHIP OP SCOTCH Board. PLAINS Mrs. Cary also was a member of was duly passed on second and flnalread- the Shaw University Alumni Asso- Ing. TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS ciation, and she was affiliated with Barbara Rtepe Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Township clerK Surviving are her husband; two 1 T - 11 /24/94, The Times Fee: $16.32 sons, Charles Cary, Jr. and Andrew George Cary, both of Westfield, and a PUBLIC NOTICE daughter. Miss Rosalyn Marie Cary, Notice Is hereby given that at a meeting also of Westfield. of the Township Council of the Township Services were held yesterday, of Scotch Plains, held In the Council Cham- Wednesday, November 23, at First bers In the Municipal Building of saldTown- shlponTuesday.November22.1994 there Baptist. was introduced, read for theflrsttlme, and Arrangements were handled by the passed on suchflrstreadlng.an ordinance, Plinton Funeral Home of Westfield. a true copy thereof Is printed below; and November 24, 1994 that said Township Council did then and there fix the stated meeting of said Town- ship Council to be held on the evening of PUBLIC NOTICE Tuesday, December 6,1994 beginning at eight-thirty o'clock as the time and the Public Notice Is hereby given that ordi- said Council Chambers as the place, or nances as follows were passed and any time and place to which a meeting for adopted by the Council of the Town of the further consideration of such ordi- Westfield at a meeting thereof held No- nance shall from time to tlmebe adjourned, vember 22, 1994. and all persons Interested will be given an Joy C. Vreeland opportunity to be heard concerning such Town Clerk ordinance. SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. 1902 The said ordinance as Introduced and AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZ- passed on first reading as aforesaid is In ING THE MAYOR AND CLERK the following words and figures. OF THE TOWN OF WEST- AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND FIELD TO EXECUTE AN CHAPTER VII OF THE GEN- AOHEEMENT WITH THE ERAL ORDINANCES OF THE RAHWAY VALLEY SEWER- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH AGE AUTHORITY, THE TOWN- PLAINS ENTITLED "TRAFFIC" SHIP8 OF CLARK, CHAN. BE rroRDAINED by theTownshlp coun- FORD, SCOTCH PLAINS, cil of the Township of Scotch Plaln3. In the SPRINGFIELD AND County of Union, and State of New Jersey, WOODBRIDQE, THE BOR- that ordinance 94-21, adopted August 16. OUOHS OF OARWOOD, 1994, be rescinded, which read as fol- KENILWORTH. MOUNTAIN- lows: SIDE AND ROSELLE PARK, "BE IT ORDAINED by the Township AND THE CITY OF RAHWAY Council of the Township of Scotch Plains, TO RESOLVE VARIOUS DIS- In the County of Union, and State of New PUTES RELATED TO THE Jersey, that Chapter V, Section 7-10.6 Is TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH hereby amended, to Include, as fallows: PLAIN8. SCHEDULE XXII SPECIAL ORDINANCE NO. 1BO3 RIGHT TURN ONLY AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZ- In accordance with the provisions of ING! THE MAYOR AND CLERK section 7-10.5. no person shall make any OF THE TOWN OF WEST- turn, other than a right turn, at any of the FIELD TO EXECUTE AN following locations: AGREEMENT WITH THE NAME OF STREET RAHWAY VALLEY SEWER- The exit driveway of the Scotch AGE AUTHORITY, THETOWN- Plalns-Fanwood High School on SHIPS OF CLARK, CRAN- to Westfield Road. FORD, SPRINGFIELD AND WOODBRIDGE, THE BOR- LIMITS OUGHS OF OARWOOD, During school days. KENILWORTH, MOUNTAIN- This ordinance shall become effective SIDE AND ROSELLE PARK, Immediately upon Its final passage and AND THE CITY OF RAHWAY publication as provided by law." TO RESOLVE VARIOUS DIS- TOWNSHIP OF SCOTCH PLAINS PUTES RELATED TO THE Barbara Rlepe TOWNSHIP OF CLARK. Township Clerk 1 T - 11Z24/94, The Leader Foe: $39.27 1 T — 11Z24/94, The Times Fee: $49.47 The Westfield Leader and The Times Present

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