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The Union County Association for the Blind started with one person caringenough for the plight of another to open her home to them. In 1937 Mary
Margaret Leonard invited a group of blind and visually impaired neighbors tomeet socially and discuss ways they can help each other deal with challenges.
Through word of mouth the group began to grow in numbers. It was soontoo large for her home to accommodate. The group then moved across thestreet to the family owned Funeral Home on Elizabeth Avenue in Elizabeth.The group was attracting people from all over the county. It organized into aformal association and the Elizabeth Lions Club began hosting the meetingsat Kirk Center on First Avenue.
Lions Clubs are part of an international network with over 1.4 millionmembers in 194 countries. The clubs answer the needs that challenge thecommunities they serve. Particularly Lions tackle problems with blindness.
Among many other activities Lions Clubs conduct diabetes awarenessprograms and collect and recycle eyeglasses for distribution in developingcountries. Local Lions Clubs throughout Union County have united tosupport the Association for the Blind.
Since the members of the association came from across the county itbecame evident that the meetings should also move to locationsconvenient to all. Elizabeth got the Union Lions Club to host somemeetings and then the Rahway Lions Club came on board. Soon NewProvidence joined in, and others did as well. In no time all 21 Lions Clubsin the county were participating.
Transportation is one of the main concerns for the visually impaired and out of the need for rides to the meetings, an offshootorganization was formed called the Sunshine Club. This club consisted of a group of drivers who volunteered their services givingmembers of the association a ride to and from their meetings. The Sunshine Club, which is part of the Lions Club, providestransportation. The host Lions Club provides the facility, food and refreshments.
Seventy five years ago, one person made a difference in another persons life. That simple act blossomed into hundreds of peoplehelping hundreds of others. Good deeds transcend the person, they transcend time and geography. The good that is shared will alwaysgrow. Those who get to see the fruits of their labor are especially blessed. Others should not be discouraged if the results of their actionsare not immediately seen. They should rest assured that eventually positive change would come to fruition. It may come a generationfrom now, but it will come.
There are individuals who make a difference all around us but their influence is usually known only to the person they are helping.These are unsung heroes of the community and they deserve our recognition, praise and support.
More importantly they deserve our help. Opportunity to make adifference abounds. There is noreason to wait.
published by Joe Renna for the Sons of Peterstown Sports Club
AUG/SEPT 05
HOW ONE PERSON CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
ISSUE NO. 41
(above, l-r) Officers for the Union County Association forthe Blind: President, William Totten; 1st V.P., GloriaLewis; 2nd V.P., Dolores Brautigam; Treasurer, CarlosDufflar; Secretary, Mario Manjarres; and Chairman of theSunshine Club Jose Fernandez.
(left) The Linden Lions Clubhosted the March 2005 meetingof the Union County Associationfor the Blind in Rahway.Pictured (l-r) are: Bill Schneider,Dom Caggiano,Marion Goldberg,Joe Gulino,Rec. Secretary Jean Pawlikowski,Secretary Nell Minch,Jo Caggiano,Vice President Helen Dombrowski,Nancy Gersick,Treasurer Dolores Reed,and President Lorraine Kelly.
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SONS OF PETERSTOWN SPORTS CLUB412 South 7th StreetElizabeth, NJ 07202
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Maybe it's a sign of getting old but I'v
e
been to more wakes this past year tha
n
any other I could remember, people
near and dear to my heart. Too many
have been way to young.
Our club is morning the loss of anoth
er member, Joe
Colletti. His passing followed that of a
nother member,
George Anderson."Big Joe" was a spe
cial guy and it is
truly a loss to the community. He will
be remembered for
being a friend by many. He served his
country during the
Vietnam War and was active in helping those
in the
community when the need arose. He
was generous
beyond his means.
The club extends its condolences to J
oe's family, his
parents, Santa andPaola; sisters Mari
a Balamonte and
Anne Sompel, andbrothers Charles a
nd Anthony.
Big Joe will certainly be missed.
Thank you and Godbless.
John Sacco, President
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Dear Readers,The response to our last issues cover story about Tina's
quest for public records from the County of Union wasfantastic. Responses came from all over the county, from adiverse group of individuals who have a similar desire for opengovernment. The violations to the Open Public Records Actby the county covers up the actions that leads to waste andcorruption, which in turn is responsible for our outrageousproperty taxes.
The positive reaction has been so widespread that anetwork of individuals have gotten together to organize awatchdog group, the Union County Watchdog Association,Inc. Though the backgrounds of the individuals in the groupare diverse, they are united in a single concern - a more openUnion County government and an accountability of howtaxes are being spent.
The initial process for achieving their goals is providing thepublic access to records. Citizens seeking records being "kept"by the county must make formal requests for them and workthrough a system of denials, delays and costs in order toobtain them. The Watchdog Association will be obtainingpublic records and posting them on their website,www.unioncountywatchdog.org, so others may have free andconvenient access to them. The group will also be doinginvestigative reports on county practices. The results of whichwill also be posted.
They have started with basic information already, mostlyrecords Tina has accumulated the past few year, like agendasand minutes from meetings, lists of resolutions, payrollrecords, etc. The hope is one day the county would do this ontheir own taxpayer funded website.
The expense of archiving documents and retrieving them ismuch higher than having the digital files available on the
county website. The fees charged to retrieve and copydocuments are not only preventative but are also a form ofdouble taxation.
I must say, the way this issue snowballed from making asimple request two years ago is surprising. The reaction fromthe county officials and those politically connected to them hasdefined its importance. The root of power is in the control ofinformation.
I know what Tina and the Watchdog Association is doingis right because of the efforts being made to discredit them.The political hacks are coming out of the woodwork to fightsomething that should be a basic constitutional right. It isinteresting to see them squirm.
I wish the group good luck in their pursuits. They are upagainst a big machine and what they are doing is just.
Thank you all for the wonderful response,Joe Renna
(above) Logo for the Union County Watchdog Association website www.unioncountywatchdog.org
The Union County Watchdog Association, Inc. is a non profit, non partisan organization that will be working onbehalf of the taxpayers and residents of Union County; the “watchdogs” will be monitoring the activities of thecounty government and advocating for change to eliminate waste as well as corrupt practices and incompetencethereby holding elected officials and their representatives accountable for their actions.
LINDEN LIONS CLUB CELBRATING 60 YEARSThe Linden Lions Club will be celebrating its 60th
anniversary with a dinner dance on Sunday, September18, 2005 at Roselle Golf Club, Raritan Road, Roselle,NJ. The program is scheduled at 1:00pm and will includea presentation of the Melvin Jones Fellow Award toMary Caruso.
Melvin Jones is the Founder of the Lions Club. MaryCaruso has been a member the entire sixty years theLinden Club existed. Her husband was a charter member.
Mary is the sole surviving member of the club's originalroster. The price of dinner and open bar is $45.00, with achoice of Chicken Francaise or Salmon with Dill Sauce.Reservations are required.
Anyone interested in attending or joining the clubcan contact Joan Silver at 908-925-546,
Jo Caggiano at 908-862-8808,or Lorraine Kelly at 908-925-7242by August 28.
(left, seated, l-r) Pete Cino andAdrian Basili of the BerkeleyHeights Lions Club are servedby Linden Lions Clubmembers and volunteers at aUnion County Association forthe Blind meeting hosted byLinden in Rahway.(standing, l-r) VolunteerAngela Renna, member NancyGersick, volunteer Mia Rennaand club president LorraineKelly. Angela and Mia happensto be Lorraine's nieces andNancy is her aunt.
Aug 05
3Editor’s Opinioneverybody has one - this is mine - by Joe Renna
company.I've been humbled by acts of charity and kindness by
people who I thought could use the help themselves. Ithink this should be our purpose, our priority. Knowingthat our time is limited in this world makes starting to doso more urgent.
This is the what I think of when I pause in the wakeof someone's passing. I think of something that madethat person special and try to make it part of my life. In away to continue the goodness in them.
I realize it is a lofty and probably an unattainable goalbut success is in trying, the intent of our actions, not inour ability.
We can only do what we are capable of doing, and wefail when we do less than our capability. Only we knowour own intentions. The outward image of our actionsmay look wonderful but we must know in our hearts thatour actions are true.
For me, morning the loss someone is exhausting. Italways leads to heavy contemplation. I'm not sure why Ifelt compelled to share these thoughts here. Maybe Ihope that I could effect a positive change without havingto loss someone else in the process.
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Not for Nothing But...if you fill someone's life
with joy you would
enjoy life to the fullest.
Funerals cause me to pause and take a serious look atmy purpose and priorities. It is a sad time because I ammorning the loss of a friend or loved one. With eachpassing, the reality of my morality is sharpened. I haveused the experience as a tool to grow as a humanitarian.Lately the opportunities to grow have come too often.
In some people's minds, the notion that we all must,one day, be departed inspires a life style that says, "enjoylife to the fullest." This is a common sentiment,especially among young people. I know in my youth, Ifelt immortal. Even though 12 years of Catholic Schoolwarned me otherwise, thinking about what I was doingin terms of the big picture was not my first consideration.That has changed drastically with age.
There are many factors as to why priorities in a personshift. One is comfort. It is much easier to help others ifyou are not struggling to survive yourself. This is valid toa certain point, for the most generous and helpful peopleI knew growing up seemed to have the least to give.They have been, and continue to be, my inspiration.
I've met people in business and politics who are sohell bent on power and success that they are the cause ofother people's suffering. It is sadder to think that they arethe ones with the means to do the greatest good.
The sense of community and caring for others wastaught to me by my parents and in a larger sense by myneighbors. Helping each other was second nature toliving in Peterstown. A fact that became more apparentas I ventured out and experienced the world.
There were plenty of scoundrels around theneighborhood but they were shunned by the community.The funny thing is that out in the world those samescoundrels are celebrated for their success andaccomplishments, regardless of how they achieved them.
My yardstick for greatness was to measure howsomeone relieved the pain and suffering in someoneelse's life. I didn't measure this in the ability to help butin the effort. Someone of significant wealth who makes asubstantial financial donation to a cause is honorable,just a someone who visits a shut-in who is in need of
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three stalwarts of the communityrecently. The loss was even moreupsetting because the three menwho passed away were still intheir fifties, still productive andstill contributed to thecommunity. Their loss is felt bytheir family, friends andneighbors. Joe Colletti
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FOUR LOCALS ATTENDING WEST POINTWest Point held its annual Acceptance Day Parade on
August 13, 2005. This is a traditional event where upperclass cadets officially accept new cadets into the Corps.This year two new cadets are locals who will be met bytwo upper class men who are also from the area.
One new recruit that will be accepted is Daniel Ferry.He is the son of Daniel and Sally. His mother grew up inPeterstown where most people know her by her maidenname, Pantina. Dan is a graduate of Elizabeth HighSchool and earned an Eagle Scout award before hisgraduation.
Joining dan as a new cadet is Elizabeth nativeAndrew Catalano. Andrew is the son of Tom and Lindaand grew up in the North End section of Elizabeth.Catalano is a graduate of Roselle Catholic High Schoolwhere he had an outstanding high school track career.Andrew was part of a cross county team that wasconference champions in 2004 and a 4x800 relay teamthat were champs in 2005. Catalano receivedrecognition as Scholar/Athlete by The Star-Ledger.
Finishing their first years at the Academy isChristopher Tarney and Natt Salmi.
Regulars to Spirito's Restaurant know Christopher'smom, Cindy, who has worked there for years. Tarneygraduated Seton Hall Prep in 2004 and was Salvatorianof his class. His exciting first year was capped off byachieving status on the Dean's List.
Also entering his second year at West Point is anotherRoselle Catholic graduate, Natt Salmi. _________________ __________ ___________.
Since its founding two centuries ago, the MilitaryAcademy has accomplished its mission by developing
cadets in four critical areas: intellectual, physical,military, and moral-ethical - a four-year process calledthe "West Point Experience." From the day of itsfounding on March 16, 1802, West Point has grown inits size and stature, but it remains committed to the taskof producing commissioned leaders of character forAmerica's Army.
Today, the Academy graduates more than 900 newofficers annually, which represents approximately 25percent of the new lieutenants required by the Armyeach year. The student body, or Corps of Cadets,numbers 4,000.
Not for Nothing But...can a drill sergeant in
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had in grammar school?
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BACK FROM THE SEAMidshipman Nicholas Louie Santillo returned
recently to the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy wherehe is a student, after spending a number of months at seatraining aboard U.S. merchant vessels.
Santillo, the son of Alfred and Lorraine Santillo,sailed on a U.S. merchant ship as part of the Academy'srequired work-study program, which provides ournation's future marines with shipboard experience.
Among the countries he visited were Germany,England, France, Italy, Egypt, Iraq, Kuwaiti, Pakistan,Bahrain, UAE and Somalia.
A graduate of the marine Military Academy, HarrisonTexas, he was nominated to attend the Academy bySenator Robert Toricelli.
All students at the Academy spend part of theirsophomore and junior years at sea, gaining practicalknowledge about the performance and operatingcharacteristics of various types of merchant vessels. Theybecome familiar with the ocean trade routes of the world.Located in Kings Point, NY, the Academy is operated bythe Marine Administration of the U.S. Department ofTransportation.
(above, l-r) CindyTarney with her sonChristopher at ParentPleeb weekend. Chrisis now a "Yuk" orsecond year cadet.
(left) MidshipmanNick Santilloreturns from worldwide trip aboardmerchant vessels.
(above, l-r) Dan Ferry with his Elizabeth High Schoolguidance counselor, Eleanor Gaitling. Ferry credits Ms.Gaitling's assistance and caring attention for hissuccessful application to West Point.
(left, l-r) Michael Ferry stands with hisbrother Dan at his High Schoolgraduation in June of 2005.
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Aug 05
7PETERSTOWN'S FINEST MAKES SERGEANTOn July 21, 2005, Elizabeth police officer Giacomo
Sacca was promoted to sergeant. Sacca (Jim) has been onthe job for ten years. He is an Emergency ServiceSpecialist and part of the S.W.A.T. team. Sacca was bornin the Peterstown section of Elizabeth and maintains aspecial connection with his neighborhood on duty aswell as in his personal life.
Growing up in Elizabeth has given Jim anunderstanding of the diverse cultures that make up theresidence of Elizabeth. His experience has made him aneffective police officer because he can relate to thenuances of the different neighborhoods. His promotionto sergeant is an acknowledgement of his dedication tohis job and his ability as a leader. It represents a stellarcareer punctuated by service commendations.
(above, l-r) MayorBollwage swears inSergeant Sacca, in uniformwith his mother-in-law,Candi Vacante, his wifeRita and mother, Maria,holding the Bible, by hisside.
(left) Jim Sacca and PauloPerierra, who was alsopromoted to Sergeant aresurrounded by their lovedones after the swearing inceremony at Elizabeth'sCity Hall.
Sacca was one of two sergeants who werepromoted. There were also two lieutenants swornin and 16 police recruits, including CarmineGianetta, who is also from Peterstown.
Sergeant Sacca will continue to be awelcomed presence in our communities and anoutstanding representative of the ElizabethPolice Department. The swearing in ceremonywas performed in City Hall with Mayor J.Christian Bollwage doing the honors. The roomwas full of family and friends. The entirePeterstown community also shared the pride ofthe success of one of their own. They wish Jimcontinued success in his career.
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HOME FOR FUNERALS
EAGLE SCOUT FINDS INNOVATIVE WAY TO HELP INJURED CYCLISTSAs a candidate for Eagle Scout, Collin Mayer created
an identity tag for young cyclists. New Jersey state lawrequires children under 14 to wear helmets while biking.Mayer took the safety measure one step further.
Mayer figured that if there was an accident involvinga child and the injury was serious there would be noimmediate way for emergency professionals to identifythe victim. This concern inspired his Eagle project.Working with the Cranford Police Department, Collindeveloped an emergency identification label. Theinformation attached to the inside of a child's helmetwill make emergency care notification quicker, which
could potentially be life saving.Collin produced 3,000 labels through the generosity
of Weaver Associates Printing of Cranford and has madethem available through the Cranford Police CommunityCenter Help Desk. Labels can also be picked up from hisfather's store, Crisanti's Shoes on Centennial Avenue inCranford.
Requests for more labels have been coming in. Thepossibility of supplying labels to other organizations hasbeen discussed. Contributions to help print more labelscould be made to Boy Scout Troop 178, c/o CollinMayer, 213 Walnut Avenue, Cranford, NJ 07016.
(right) Collin Mayer, asenior at Cranford HighSchool, distributing hisID tags to Cranford youthduring a bike safety event.
(left) The coveted EagleScout award which onlyabout one in ten scoutsachieve.
(above) Helmet Emergency Tag created by Collin Mayer.
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The membership of the Emergency MedicalBenevolent Association (E.M.B.A.) donated twoCardiac Science Powerheart AED G3 Automaticdefibrillators, which will be installed on the first andthird floors of City Hall. In addition to the defibrillatorunits and their corresponding equipment, the E.M.B.A.is providing cardiopulmonary resuscitation/AEDtraining for City Hall employees, ensuring proper use ofthe defibrillators in case of an emergency.
Of all the advances in the field of pre-hospitalemergency medicine, cardiac defibrillation has savedthe most lives. Without early defibrillation a patient’schance of surviving cardiac arrest is less than fivepercent. The new version of cardiac defibrillator, theAutomatic External Defibrillator (AED), was developedin recent years. It is designed specifically for civilianusers and requires little or no training. When applied toa patient, the AED’s computer assesses the heartrhythm and determines the force of the shock to beapplied. If the patient’s cardiac rhythm is either normalor non-shockable, the unit will not deliver a shock.
The E.M.B.A. was founded in 1989 and have sincebeen the collective bargaining agency representing themen and women of the Elizabeth Police Department’sAmbulance Service Bureau. The Bureau is the only 911emergency medical service provider for the City ofElizabeth. Over the years, the E.M.B.A. has evolvedinto one of the few independent EMS labor unions onthe East Coast.
The membership is comprised of the 26 full timeemergency medical technicians from Elizabeth EMSand is representative of all social, racial, andeconomical backgrounds. Unlike many EMS agencies, amajority of the EMBA’s members chose EMS for acareer, not just a “stepping stone.” This fact is evidentby the average tenure of its members, which is
approximately nine years of service.The average education/training level of the EMBA’s
membership far exceeds state requirements. The currentroster includes four paramedics, three medic students, aregistered nurse, and three nursing students. In addition,many members have attained instructor status in manydifferent elective EMS courses. All of this additionaleducation/training significantly improves the quality ofpatient care in the field as the members continue tostrive towards providing the citizens of Elizabeth with
EMBA DONATES DEFIBRILLATORS TO CITY HALL
the best emergency medical care possible.“With evidence showing the enormous benefits of
access to cardiac defibrillators, and with the new safeunits becoming available, defibrillating units havebecome common in many public places,” said CouncilPresident Frank Cuesta. “The E.M.B.A. has recognizedthat Elizabeth City Hall, with thousands of visitors eachyear, is an ideal location for cardiac defibrillators. Theirdonation is yet another sign of dedication to the wellbeing of the members of our community.”
(above) EMBA President Raymond Cross, Carlos Gomez, Mayor Chris Bollwage, Treasurer Michael LaGreca,and Vice president Ronald Bartell, discuss the benefits of defibrillators which can be used by the public beforeemergency response teams arrive on the scene.
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THE MOTHER (AND FATHER) OF INVENTIONFrom the age of 2, Dan D'Antico loved to go fishing.
He was very apprehensive about unhooking the fish.This is a problem with many fishermen, adult as well aschildren. Besides the smell, the scales and the mess, Danwas thinking about the sharp teeth and getting bit. Everytime he caught a fish his uncle or his dad would have tostop fishing to help him.
Dan started tooling around with some wire hangersand stuff around the house in order to devise a way to getthe hook out of the fishes mouth without having totouch it. He perfected his "Dehooker" and impressedeveryone he showed it to. What was most impressive isthat Dan was only 9 years old at the time.
Dan's father, Frank was the first to take him fishing,but it was his Uncle Robert Martinez, who lived nearsome lakes in Pennsylvania that turned Dan on to thesport. The seasoned fishermen never saw anything likeDan's invention and contacted a patent attorney to see ifit was patentable, which was achieved in 2002.
For the next few years Frank helped his son withresearch and development and found a manufacturer.Dan's start-up capital came from a loan from the Union
County Economic Development Corp. in Union, whichwas paid back within a year.
Now Dan is 14, a student at Seton Hall Prep and anentrepreneur. The venture is a real family affair. Besideshis dad, Dan's mom, Karen and his younger sister, Taylorhelp with inventory, fulfillment and bookkeeping, Dannystill needs an adult to sign his checks.
All in all, the experience has been as enjoyable forDan as it has been educational. Most of all, the businessdoesn't distract him from his number one love - fishing.Though he appreciates freshwater fishing he really lovesocean angling. He was able to go with his Uncle Bob toAlaska to catch king salmon and halibut. More often hegoes to the Atlantic Highlands.
To promote his product, Dan gives seminars, goes totrade shows and is a member of organizations like theNational Federation of Independent Business, CranfordChamber of Commerce, the gateway Regional Chamber,and the Jersey Coast Anglers Association.
Dan's invention, Dandy-Dehooker, is available on hiswebsite, www.fishdehooker.com.
(above) Dan D'Antico, in 2000, with his Uncle Robertin Alaska with their catch of the day.
(above) The Dandy De-Hooker® Patent No.: US D456, 484S
(right, l-r) The D'Antico family,Frank, Taylor, Karen and Dan.
(below) Dan's grandfather, legendary boxer, Frank(Duane) D'Antico was well known in Peterstown.For many years he worked for therecreation department of theCity of Elizabeth at School 3playground in the summerand Kirk Centerduring winter.
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Portraits
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73 Woodland Drive • Roselle, NJ 07203
Porfolios Commercial Weddings Events Soirees
Limited Edition Office ArtFine Art on Italian TilesThousands of tiles to pick from
Terracina Studios
Photographer, Keith Terracina, originally from thePeterstown section of Elizabeth, moved to Key West,Florida in the 1970's and opened Terracina West Studios.He also freelanced for the Miami Herald as a photojournalist traveling to Cuba to photograph refugeescoming to America. After a period of eight years hereturned to New Jersey and opened MentertainmentStudios.
Since 1995 Keith has been managing his great uncle,Sal Terracina's estate that includes a lifetime of art andphotography. Keith has been promoting his uncle's work,as well as his own. He just signed a movie deal with BadCompany Films to produce a movie based on his uncle'slife.
Terracina has now opened a new Studio in NewJersey. Terracina Studios will shoot social events as wellas continue to shoot commercially. He is maintaining aportfolio on his website, www.salsimages.com. Includedon the website are images from his uncle's collection ofphotos and masks. Terracina has a stock pile of thousandsof photos dating back to the 1930's.
KEITH TERRACINA'SOPENS NEW STUDIO
MEMORY OF 1948 STALLIONS PASSED DOWNThis 1948 photo was submitted by Emory Altobelli,
who was eight years old at the time it was taken. Thephoto was taken at the School 3 Playground on a nightwhen portable lights were brought in and erected in orderto play a night game. This was a rare and specialoccurrence.
Emory doesn't remember the players names, except forhis Uncle Philip Altobelli. Emory is now 65. His father,Angelo, 87, gave him the picture. The photo was actuallytaken by Emory's uncle Homer DeAngelis who ownedDeAngelis Studios. Emory is glad he is able to share theold photo with the other families of the players.
(above, standing, l-r) Paul Ferrara, Russ DeCarlo, Whitey Maricondi, Mike Nigro, Tony Barile,and three ringers.(kneeling, l-r) Whitey Favor, Phil Altobelli, bat boys Mike DeCarlo and George Balboa, Joe DeSavino, Player to benamed later, Zatamo Ziccorelli. Emory Altobelli is the boy standing to the far right with the white shirt.
Not for Nothing But...publishing old photos
gives them new life.
(below) Terracina's portfolio containsthousands of old photos of Elizabeth.
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BIEDRZYCKI NAMED NEW EMS CHEIFRichard Biedrzychi was promoted to Chief of
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for the City ofElizabeth. He heads the Ambulance Service Bureauwhich has been part of the police department since 1984.Prior to that it was part of the Department of Health.Biedrzychi has been with the bureau since 1983.
Besides the chief, the department consists of 1executive supervisor, 4 field supervisors, 28 full timeEmergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), and 10 perdiem personnel. The unit has 10 ambulances and 2 field
supervisor units. Last year they answered 15,000dispatches.
Emergency 911 calls go to the police department andthe EMTs are dispatched from there. They also assist thefire departments when necessary. Elizabeth's EMS is alsopart of a state wide taskforce.
Elizabeth EMS are specially trained to deal withemergencies unique to cities the size of Elizabeth and thedifferent types of industry. The shear volume of those inneed of these services is daunting.
The new chief is confident that his staff of highlytrained professionals will continue to provide theimpeccable service they are known for.
(above, l-r) Mayor Chris Bollwageswears in Richard Biedrzychi as chiefof Elizabeth EMS in May of 2005.
(above) The Elizabeth EMS Bike Team include (standing, l-r) James Bantin, Gunther Guerra, and Edward Benenati. (kneeling, l-r) Carlos Jurjo and Shelly Trukowski.
The Elizabeth EMS bike team was formed five yearsago. The team is very maneuverable and very effective insituations where large crowds are gathered and access bymotor vehicles is difficult. The bike squad are effective atstreet fairs, organized runs and walks, sporting events andconcerts.
Each bike is equipped with life saving gear that isessential to first responders including a defibrillator. Plusa cyclist who is a highly trained Emergency MedicalTechnician.
EMS BIKE TEAM
(left) Peterstown's own Tom Dimino,who started on the job in 1973,retired as Chief in September of
Not for Nothing But...people treated by EMTs
are living proof of how
important the job is.
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(above) Richard Biedrzychi and supervisor GwenTechky assist an acident victim circa 1995.
(above, l-r) Supervisor Steve Wilson, Chief RichardBiedrzychi and Supervisor Paul Mankinson.
(left) EMTs regularly gather for well deserved,commendation award ceremonies.
BUILDING A COMMUNITYEMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM
The City of Elizabeth has initiated a program that will build a Community EmergencyResponse Team (CERT). The CERT program educates and instructs citizens aboutdisaster preparedness for hazards and emergencies that may impact their community andtrains them in basic disaster response skills. The Elizabeth CERT Program provides Freetraining to volunteers in emergency preparedness and in basic response techniques whichenables CERT members to take on a more active role in personal and public safety. Byusing the training learned in the classroom, live drills, and exercises, CERT members canassist the local and county first responders in the event of an emergency or disaster. Thisprogram is an opportunity for citizens to get involved and help their community in timeof need.
Along with learning vital disaster response skills, participants earn a CERT certificateand receive emergency equipment. Over 100 volunteers have signed up so far. Anyoneinterested in his program can contact the Elizabeth EMS office at 908-527-6530.
October 8, 2005
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Terrific FoodFine, fresh food representing all of Italy’s regionsare served daily. There’s a broad selection of Pasta -Angel Hair Primavera, Fettuccine Alfredo, Lasagna;Seafood - Shrimp Scampi, Flounder Francaise;Veal -Milanese, Angelina, Sorrentino; Chicken andSteak entrees. Delightful daily specials. Gourmet andStuffed Pizza cooked to order. And even the satisfyinglittle pleasure of warm, fresh-baked bread...all deliciously prepared and reasonably priced.
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HAPPY 80th BIRTHDAY DAD!With our Love, Your children: Lorraine, Peter, Nancy, Nicky, Joey, Philip and Tommy
Spouses: Tom, Debi, Tina and Rose. Grandkids: Dana, Michelle, Michael, Nicholas, Ashley,Angela, Theresa, Mia, Peter, Gianna, Marissa, Vincent, and Thomas.
Pete Renna - Born August 6, 2005The Renna family in 1934, Peter, Emmanuel, Felicia, Philip, Nicholas and Salvatore,
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RIBERA ITALIANAMERICAN CLUB
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KOKOMO JOE HITS NASHVILLEMost folks in Peterstown know Joe DeCesare from
helping his father sell fruit in the market. He did that hisentire life, eventually running the stand himself. DeCesarelived a double life that many of his customers never knewabout. In the evenings he was Kokomo Joe, singer, songwriter, guitarist.
Kokomo Joe was DeCesare's stage name, but now hehas made that stage his life. Joe has pursued a career inmusic. This is not just a whim of some teen with a threepiece garage band. Joe has been performing longer thanthose three band members put together. It was onlyrecently that he decided to make the move. It is a seriousmove that is being taken seriously by many in the industry.
Joe has been playing New York clubs for years. Hisbrother Dominic was with him on many gigs. Both aretremendous guitar players. Kokomo has enough originalmusic to fill a half dozen CDs. He finished two in the pastyear. His CDs "Red Snow" and "Skin Bone Blues" wereproduced by Steve DeAcutis, another Elizabeth native,who owns a recording studio in Isalin named Sound Spa.DeAcutis also plays guitar on both CDs. According toDom, "Steve is the best Guitarist he has ever heard." Afterlistening to the CDs, it is easy to agree.
Kokomo Joe has a sound that blends R&B/Soul andAmericana. Some of his songs have been recorded by thelikes of R&B legend Jay & The Techniques. His recordingsessions attracted some of the top players in New York andNew Jersey. John Korba of Hall & Oates, TommyMoringello of Bob Dylan, and Tico Torrez of Bon Jovi aresome of the people who worked with Joe. His recordingswith the great Uptown Horns are some of the coolestsessions produced at Tony Cammilo's Venture Studios. Joehas also appeared numerous times on the Bob Fast Show atWBAI Radio in N.Y.C.
Kokomo Joe's big move happened in December 2004when he picked up and moved to Nashville Tennessee. If
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he's going to make it, then Nashville is the placeto be. In Nashville, Joe hooked up with hisfriend Steve Marcantonio, who is one of the toprecording engineers in the business. Steve is alsoa Peterstown native who grew up just a tomatothrow away from the market.
Joe's finding his grove in "Music City"highlighted by performances at Feature WritersNights. Dom is on his way to join his brother.They are both highly motivated and hardworkers. They play even harder.
Kokomo Joe's stuff is highly recommended.The CD's can be purchased at CDBABY.COMor by emailing [email protected] without computer access can call615-791-9183.
(above) Kokomo Joe's first two CD's, Red Snow andSkin Bone Blues. The CDs are dedicated to thehomeless, both animal and human.
Not for Nothing But...Nashville's nickname,
Music City, is so much
cooler than its old one,
Athens of the South.
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(above, l-r) Kate DiCosmo hands over a largeLemon Ice to postal worker Denise Wilson, whodelivers mail to Elizabeth Postal Route 8, whichends on South Fifth Street in Peterstown. Shemakes the eight block trek to DiCosmo's at the endof her shift; well worth the effort. Kate is part ofthe third generation of the DiCosmo family toscoop the famous Italian ices to a steady flow ofcustomers on the corner of Fourth Avenue andHigh Street in Elizabeth.
(left) Readers of the Sunday New York Times,New Jersey Section, were enticed to make a tripto Peterstown to find out what all the hoop-laover Italian ice was all about.
DICOSMO'S LEMON ICE IS STILL THE TOAST OF THE TOWNOnce again, on June 26, 2005, DiCosmo's Italian Ice stand, located in a one room
shack in the Peterstown section of Elizabeth, was recognized for its excellence by theNew York Times.
THE BEST KEPT SECRET IN PETERSTOWN
Phyllis’Specialty Cakes
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JOANNE’S LUNCHEONETTE908-355-3513
461 Third Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ
Pinho’sBakery
1027 Chestnut Street • Roselle, NJ
908-245-4388Tuesday - Saturday 5am - 7pm
Sunday 5am - 6pm
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Dicosmo’s IcesHomemadeITALIAN ICE
Since 1915
714 Fourth Avenue • Elizabeth, NJ
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MAGIC FOUNTAIN ICE CREAM & GRILLOpen year round serving breakfast, lunch and dinner300 Williamson Street, Elizabeth NJ • (908) 351-3133
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163 Elmora AvenueElizabeth, NJ 07202(908) 352-2754Fax (908) [email protected] In 1943Owner Mike Recchia
Full Service Specializing in Weddings &Funerals • Green & Blooming Plants• Fruit & Gormet Baskets• Boxed Candies & Chocolates• Country Craft Gifts• Funeral & Wedding Designs• Balloons & Plush Animals• 100% customer Satisfaction Guaranteed
FLOWER SHOP& GIFTS
163 Elmora Avenue • Elizabeth, NJ 07202Fax (908) 352-8715
[email protected] In 1943 • Owner: Mike Recchia
163 Elmora Avenue • Elizabeth, NJ 07202Fax (908) 352-8715
Full Service Specializing inWeddings & Funerals • Green & Blooming Plants• Fruit & Gormet Baskets• Boxed Candies & Chocolates• Country Craft Gifts• Funeral & Wedding Designs• Balloons & Plush Animals• 100% Customer SatisfactionGuaranteed
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The Finest Spanish Cuisine In New Jersey
Restaurant and Tapas Bar
24 North Avenue E. • Cranford, NJ • (908) 276-3664directly across from the Cranford Train Station
Visit us on the web www.cervantesofspain.comReservations necessary for parties of 8 guests or more.
BELLA GINA’SITALIAN DELI
Where you are treated like familyFormerly Dicosmo’s, Under new ownership since 2003:
Gina Miranda, Jim Miranda and Anthony Garofalo
Catering • Café908-925-6868 • Fax 908-925-5736
BLOCKBUSTER PLAZA1025 W. St. Georges Ave. • Linden, NJ
J. Sacco & Sons Meat MarketQuality Meats • Wholesale • Retail
John Sacco, Proprietor
908-355-5469806 Third Avenue • Elizabeth, NJ 07202
FINEST IMPORTED & DOMESTIC DELICACIES
Paolas’ Delicatessenand Meat Market
A COMPLETE LINE OF HOT & COLD BUFFETS• Showers • Family Gatherings • Weddings• Business Luncheons • Holiday Parties
Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30 am to 7:00 pmCatering for all occasions!
Sat 8:00 am to 6:00 pm908-353-2080 Sun 8:00 am to 1:00 pm
320 SOUTH FIFTH ST. • ELIZABETH, NJ 07206
RecipesSubmitted by Cervantes of Spain - Cranford New Jersey
Shrimp in Sherry SauceINGREDIENTS:1 lb. Medium Shrimp (cleaned)Butter1/4 cup Dry Sherry2 tablespoons finely diced Cured Ham1 tablespoons minced Parsley
WHITE WINE SAUCE:5 teaspoons Butter4 teaspoons Flour3/4 teaspoons Dijon Mustard1/2 cup Milk1/2 cup Fish BrothSaltWhite Pepper
PREPARATIONS:
White Wine Sauce1) Melt butter in a saucepan2) Stir in Flour and cook for 1 minute3) Add Mustard4) Gradually pour in Milk and Fish Broth5) Season with Salt and Pepper6) Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened and smooth.
Shrimp1) Place Shrimp in greased shallow baking pan2) Dot with butter3) Pour in Sherry and sprinkle on Ham4) Broil about 2 minutes5) Turn the shrimp and broil about 2 minutes more6) Remove Shrimp and Ham to a warm platter7) Pour Pan Juices into White Wine Sauce.8) Heat sauce and spoon it over the ShrimpServes 4-6 people
Baked Stuffed ScallopsINGREDIENTS:3/4 lb Bay Scallops1 Medium Onion - Chopped 2 Cloves of Garlic - Minced2 tablespoons Parsley3/4 cup Bread CrumbsSalt and Black PepperCrushed Clove2 tablespoons Olive Oil1 tablespoon White WineButter
PREPARATION:1) Mix Scallops, Onions, Garlic, Bread Crumbs, Parsley,
Salt, Pepper and Clove together in a Bowl2) Stir in Oil and Wine3) Fill Scallop Shells with mixture and dot with Butter4) Bake at 350º for about 15-20 minutesServe with a Salad and a Medium-Dry White Wine
“A real brick oven produces a fabulous crust”Wednesday -Sunday
11am - 10:30pm
TOMMY’S PIZZA& RESTAURANT
Joe & TonyPaternostro
WE DELIVER1063 Fairmount Ave.Elizabeth, NJ 07201
908-289-2277 Fax: 908-289-4883
103 Miln Street ¥ Cranford, NJ908-272-2500
Italian DelicaciesCATERING FOR ALL OCCASIONS
Hot & Cold SubsMozzarella Made Fresh DailyFamous Focaccia Bread Sandwiches
DiCosmoITALIAN DELI& CATERING
CLARKTON SHOPPING CENTER (732) 669-0388
“Over 75 years of service”
OPEN DAILY:Mon-Fri: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM-.6:00 PMSun: 9:00 AM-.3:00 PM
Garry DiCosmoProprietor
BellaPalermoPastry Shop
908-354-8610619 Elizabeth Ave. • Elizabeth
541 Kennilworth Blvd. • KennilworthOpen Holidays
Mon-Sat: 7 am - 8 pmSun 8 am - 5 pm
(Closed Mondays in Kennilworth)
Credit cards accepted------
Se Habla EspanolParliamo Italiano
“CAKES TO REMEMBER”Exquisitely designed for any occasion:Wedding • Birthday • Anniversary
Viennese Table, Cookie Trays, Party SuppliesUnique Assortment of Cakes, Cookies, Miniature Pastries, Croissants, Etc.
Commercial Accounts Welcome
Since 1952
908-354-1887WE DELIVER
639 So. Broad St. • Elizabeth, NJAl & Lorraine Santillo, Proprietors
2 liter soda w/ purchase of 2 large pies
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CLEVELAND AUTO & TIRETel: (908) 352-6355 Fax: (908) 351-2753
Third Avenue & Loomis StreetElizabeth, NJ 07206
J. DeSalvoStarters, Generators & Alternators
Truck, Bus, Domestic & All Foreign CarsLuigi Marciante - Owner Operator
245 Elizabeth Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07206908-355-8815
www.bluestreakmotors.com
SPECIALIZING IN LATE MODELLOW MILLAGE
CARS/VANS/SUV’S
150 West First Ave. • Roselle, NJ 07203
(908) 241-3939
N Cars
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Professional Detailing
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732-602-9703Serving Central New Jersey
• Sinks • New Bathrooms • Furnaces• Toilets • Water Heaters • Dishwashers • Drains • Main Lines • Radiators• Showers • Leaky Faucet’s• Boilers • New Septic• Garbage Disposals All Plumbing & Heating Repairs & Installations
VILLANI BUS COMPANY
Buses for all occasionsECONOMICAL • COMFORTABLE • SAFE
908-862-3333811 E. Linden Ave. • Linden, NJ 07036
1920-2005 “Serving the Public for 85 Years”
24 Hours7 Days a Week• Door to Door Service
• Local and Long distance• Transportation to Airports• Commercial Centers,
Night Clubs, Casinos, Etc.
• Clean Late Model Cars
• Door to Door Service• Local and Long distance• Transportation to Airports• Commercial Centers,
Night Clubs, Casinos, Etc.
• Clean Late Model Cars
Tels: (908) 354-4444 ¥ (908) 354-0350
Dee Villani President
Diodato Francesco Villani, a lifelong business member
of the Linden community, will be honored as "Citizen of
the Year" by the Elizabeth Chapter of UNICO.
Mr. Villani was born in an apartment located at 115
South Wood Avenue, Linden, where his parents, Frank
and Palma Villani resided, on August 6, 1927. Mr. Villani
attended Linden Public Schools including School #6
elementary, Soehl Junior High and Linden High School.
Upon graduation, "Dee" (as he is affectionately known to
his friends) enlisted in the United States Navy. Dee
served until his tour of duty concluded at the end of
World War II.
Dee Villani decided on a college education that took
him to Duquesne University located in Pittsburgh, PA. He
received a B.S. degree in Business Administration and
upon graduation returned to Linden to join his father in
the operations of Villani Bus Company, now serving its
eighty fifth year in business. Villani Bus Company
services charter work across the United States and
Canada and handles a great deal of school bus service to
Linden and surrounding communities. Mr. Villani has
been president of the company since 1956.
Over the course of his years in Linden, Mr. Villani has
been active in the New Jersey Bus Owners Association,
the Atlantic City Bus Owners Association, and the United
Motorcoach Association where he has worked to better
methods of transportation in and around the state of New
Jersey.
In addition to his voluntary efforts for business, Dee
Villani has been an active member of the 200 Club of
Union County, Linden Elks, Linden Moose, and served as
President of the Linden Lions. He has been a member of
the American Legion, VFW, Unico and Linden Chamber
of Commerce.
Throughout his lifetime, Dee Villani has been a
generous supporter to fundraisers for all the organizations
to which he belonged. Many times supplying a bus for
trips, rolling meatballs for dinners and has even gone to
shovel snow for shut-in neighbors when needed.
Mr. Villani has spent a lifetime of giving to Linden
and surrounding communities through his business and
volunteer support. Mr. Villani is married to Linda Beirn
Villani and has four children: Deanna, Frank, David and
Courtney.
VILLANI CHOSEN UNICO'S CITIZEN OF THE YEAR
(above) Diodato Villani
The Elizabeth Chapter of UNICO is committed tofunding various organizations such as Cooley'sAnemia, Mental Health Foundation, OccupationalCenter, Scholarships for Youngsters, and othercharitable organizations, who desperately rely ondonations to continue their services.
Award Dinner dance will be held October 2, 2005 at the Westwood, in Garwood, NJ. Interested parties should contact:Pat Arena: 908-352-8353George Marretta: 908-925-9211Frank Villani: 908-862-3333
(above) Dee's Father, Frank, who started the BusCompany in 1920 is waiting on passengers in his first bus.
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Three starters on the record-setting Roselle Catholicgirls varsity softball team proudly trace their roots toPeterstown. Caroline Moretti, Mary Busichio, and JillianIazzetta are the daughters of John and Alisa (Massa)Moretti, Pete and Camille (Lapolla) Busichio; andCarmen and Linda Iazzetta, respectively.
Iazzetta anchored the infield from third base andreceived All-County consideration; Moretti was named asone of the sophomores to watch in the county; andBusichio solidified the outfield defense in center field andled the team in stolen bases.
The trio are part of a young team that led the school toits first-ever appearance in the semi-final round of theUnion County Tornament, where it fell to eventualchampion David Brearley High School, and paced thesquad to a ranking as high as third in the county at onepoint in the season.
Iazzetta will return for her senior campaign next spring,and Moretti and Busichio will be juniors. Best wishesladies for an equally successful season next year!
RC SOFTBALL RESURGENCEHAS PETERSTOWN ROOTS
AMERICANPLUMBING & HEATING
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Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8-6 pm,
Sat. 9-5 pm
(908) 353-4443
1011-15 E. Grand Street,Elizabeth, NJ 07201
C. Barnes & Sons
All Wood Cabinets • Laminate FlooringCeramic Tile • Counter Top • Granite
Formica • Marble
908-353-2992 908-353-6226
Show Room at930 E. Grand St., Elizabeth, NJ
Order & Deliver in 48 Hours
CANDELINO KITCHENSCabinetry - Marble - Granite - Ceramic Tile
JERRY CANDELINO
(908) 353-6094Fax: (908) 353-7253
664 Summer Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202
Painting, Carpentry, Electrical
MR. DEPENDABLE
No Job Too SmallCHARLIE (973) 258-9258
(above, l-r) Roselle Catholic softball teamates CarolineMoretti, Mary Busichio, and Jillian Iazzetta.
THE LION'S DEN GETS A MAKE-OVERThis summer Roselle Catholic is renovating its
gymnasium. Plans include painting the ceiling,restoration of the stage, installation of a new PA system,repair of the heating and air conditioning units, newbleacher sides and the sanding and repainting of thewooden floor.
The tradition of the Lion's Den as one of the finestgyms in the state will continue. A campaign to raisefunds is underway. Anyone interested in giving a gift cancall 908-245-2350.
Pat Hagan and Joe Skrec, represent a combined totalof 40 years of coaching and 38 years in education. Theirlove of the sport, their coaching talents, and their abilityto communicate both of these to youngsters is evident inboth their records and their reputations.
PAT HAGAN – In his 23rd year at perennial powerRoselle Catholic, Coach Hagan has steadfastly built histeam to the stature it has today. A former starter for theMontclair State College Basketball Club and a varsityplayer at Roselle Catholic, Coach Hagan has beeninvolved with basketball all of his life.n Union County Basketball Coaches Assoc.Coach of the Year –1987
nMountain Valley Champs – 2001, 2000, 1999, 1992, 1987
n Union County Tournament Semi-Finalist2001, 1999, 1998, 1996, 1992, 1985
n 1992 Record – 22-4 n 2001 Record – 21-4n 1999 Record – 20-5 n 2002 Record – 21-4n North Jersey Par. A State Tournament Finalist – 2001, 1999
n Star Ledger Union County Coach of the Year –1999JOE SKREC – In his 7th year as head coach of
Roselle Catholic Girls’ Program. Coach Skrec coachedthe boys freshman team for 8 years before taking over thegirls’ program. He’s also a Roselle Catholic graduate andtwo year varsity starter for the Lions. He is a sports writerfor the Home News Tribune, as well as Roselle CatholicHigh School’s Director of Athletics and teacher.n Qualified for State Tournament past five seasonsn Second year Top 5 Seed in Union Cty Tournamentn Union County Coaches Assoc., Coach of the Year, 2002-03, 1997-98
n Star Ledger, Union County Coach of the Year, 1997-98
n 2001 Record – 19-5 n 2002 Record – 17-4n 2003 Union County Tournament Champs
(above, back row, l-r) Roselle Catholic Girls VarsityBasketball Coach, Joe Skrec, and Boys VarsityBasketball Coach Pat Hagan are pictured withparticipants of their basketball camp, Mike Posyc andhis sister Michele. Their mom, Henrietta, placed first inthe mother free-throw contest and won a week tuitionto the camp next year, which will be the camp's 22 year.
Tuesday 9-6Wednesday 9-6Thursday 9-8Friday 9-6Saturday 9-5Off hours by appointment
KITCHEN & BATH Dept.
Se Habla Español.
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Pavel Construction, Inc.Complete Line,
Expert Masonry & Home ImprovementElizabeth, NJ
Ray Vella 908-659-9556
MM&&MMConstruction Company
GENERAL & MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR
Albert G. Mauti, Jr Joseph Mauti
908-351-1177Fax: 908-351-3871
540 North Avenue, Union, NJ 07083
Hablamos Español
JERSEY WINDOWFACTORY
(973) 273-0505(888) 3-JERSEY
687 Frelinghuysen Avenue
• Bays & Bows• New Construction• Custom Made-to-Order• 3% Sales Tax• Free Estimates
SOLID WOOD KITCHEN CABINETSComplete Starter Sets from $375
CERAMIC TILE from 69¢ a sq.ft.
BUYING OR SELLING A HOMEWITH AN OIL TANK?
To keep your family comfortable all winter long your heating company had better be extra special.
HOME HEATING OIL AND DIESEL FUEL DELIVERY
Prompt, Courteous ServiceCall for details.
Serving Union and Middlesex Counties for over 50 yearsand enjoys a reputation for integrity and reliability.
• Oil boiler & furnace installation and service• Storage tank protection program• Tank replacement• Tank testing
Watch for our RED trucksFor over 50 years
our“RED TRUCKS”have been a recognized symbolof know how and reliability.
908-351-0313Family owned business
Since 1946
Ann and Anthony Cafaro of Cranford, New Jersey,celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary with one
hundred and forty of their closest family and friends,at a cocktail hour and reception at L'Affaire inSpringfield, New Jersey given to them by theirchildren on June 11, 2005.Mr. Anthony Cafaro, originally from Linden, NewJersey, and Mrs. Ann Cafaro, formerly AnnDePalma originally from Elizabeth, New Jersey, were
married on June 12, 1955 at Holy Rosary RomanCatholic Church in Elizabeth.
Anthony, an ironworker for many years with theDistrict Counsel Ironworkers of Northern New Jersey,
Local #480, retired in 1993, and remains active as aliaison recruiting new members into the business trades.Ann, after having raised five children, worked as a realestate agent locally and is now retired as well.
Anthony is a decorated veteran who was with Co. G.15th Infantry as a Platoon First Sergeant in the KoreanWar. He received the Korean Service Medal W/1, BronzeService Star, Combat Infantry Badge, and the UnitedNations Service Medal. Upon returning from the war toLinden, New Jersey, he met his future bride, they starteda family, and have resided in Cranford for the past thirty-six years.
The couple have five children: Anthony and hispartner Hayley Lehrfeld, from Sea Girt, NJ; Patricia fromIndian Mountain Lakes, PA; John and his wife Denise,from Tampa Palms, FL; Joseph and his partner ChristineStone, from Oxford, NJ; and Michael and his partner,Shelon Ferreira from Linden, NJ.
The couple also have seven grandchildren; Justin,John Michael, Angelina, Keyne, Laura, Jill Louise andKrystal Marie.
Congratulations on fifty wonderful years of marriage,and thank you to family and friends who celebrated inour joy.
ANN AND ANTHONY CAFARO CELEBRATE THEIR 50 YEAR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
(above) Anthony and Ann Cafaro with thier children at the celebration of thier fiftieth wedding annaversary.Pictured, left to right, Michael, Joseph, Patricia, Anthony, Ann, John and Anthony.
(far left, l-r) Ann and Anthony on their wedding day,June 12, 1955.
(left, l-r) Anthony and Ann in 2005
Not for Nothing But...a true love story
has no ending.
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CELEBRATING OUR 56TH YEAR
JACOBSON’SDISTRIBUTING COMPANYAn Elizabeth Tradition since 1949
We carry a full line of appliances and televisions:
•Amana •Maytag • GE• Jenn Air • Phillips • Wolf• Magic Chef• Hitachi • DCS, • Sub Zero • Viking • Dacor• Whirlpool • Bosch, • Sony• Toshiba • Bose • JVC • RCA • Kitchen Aid
We carry Whirlpool and Maytagcoin orperated laundry machines
We also carry Therapedic, Restonic, Serta and Eclipse mattress sets.
BIG SAVINGS IN OURBEDDING DEPARTMENT
$9800 Twin SizeMattress only
$19800 Full Set$24800 Queen Set
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• Elizabethtown NUIEmployees• City Employees All Towns• County Employees - AllCounties• Fire Department EmployeesAll Counties• AARP• AAA• State Employees• Union Employees• Teachers All towns• Public Service Customers• Board of EducationEmployees - All Towns• Elizabeth Gas Customers• Religious Organizations• Fraternal Organizations• PSE&G Employees• Merck Employees• Exxon Employees• Schering Employees• General Motors Employees• Union County Residents• Middlesex County Residents• Essex County Residents• All Hospital Employees
SPECIAL DISCOUNTSTO THE FOLLOWING:
WE BEAT ANY PRICEBring us your best deal from any authorized dealer and we will gladly beat their offer on any item we carry.
We Accept: w y [ t CASHPERSONAL CHECKS ACCEPTED
SAVE MORE WITH ONLY 3% SALES TAX
STORE HOURS:Mon. & Thurs. 10 am Til 8 pm;
Tues., Wed. & Fri.10 am Til 6 pmSaturday 10 am Til 5 pm; Sundays Closed
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PEDDLE POWER BEATS GAS PUMP PRICES AND TRAFFICJohn Norwig is a biking enthusiast. He would battle
traffic and hurry home from work so he could ride. Oneday he tempted himself to bike to work. The argumentsfor doing so were overwhelming. He would be gettingexercise, saving on gas and doing what he loved. NowJohn bikes to work every chance he gets - 25 miles each way.
Norwig, 56, was born and raised in the Peterstown section ofElizabeth and currently lives in Washington Township. He works inSomerville as the Somerset County traffic engineer. The trip, thatusually takes 40 minutes by car, takes John about 90 minutes bybike. The scenic view over the rolling hills makes it seem like less.
Norwig has been biking to work a few times a week, dependingon weather and other factors, for the past six years. Others havejoined him as bicycle commuters and some times they are able tobike together. John has even accompanied his wife, Marcia, to herjob, first biking to Chubb in Warren before continuing toSomerville.
John met his wife on one of his adventures while biking throughGlacier National Park in Montana. He has also biked throughIreland, Spain and Holland.
Once a year the public is encouraged to do the same on "Bike to Work Day", sponsored by Somerset based Ride Wise. This past May approximately 200 cyclists participated.
(above) Dance poster for Joe Gargano Association,"The Last Dance before Prohibition".
FAMILY TIESJohn Norwick is the grandson of Joe Gargano, a one
time boxer who hailed from Peterstown. Joe was aconstruction contractor and a well known Greeter at theNewark Pigeon Club, but he is better known for thecharitable work he did through the association namedafter him.
Joe Gargano, and his wife Susie, had three children,Dorothy Stabile, Nicolina Norwig, and Patrick, John'shero. Pat was in the CBs in the Pacific in WWII. He is aretired district supervisor principle engineer for the Stateof New Jersey.
John is one of two boys in his family. Pat had fivechildren and lived in Roselle Park. The Stabiles, inUnion, had four.
Joe Gargano's brothers, Rocco and Philip were alsocontractors. They lived in Union as did their sister MaryFalcetano. Another sister, Anna Nufrio lived inElizabeth.
(above) John and Marcia Norwig(below) John, with parents John Sr. and Nicolina
(right) John'sUncle Patrick
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ROSA AGENCYREAL ESTATE • INSURANCE APPRAISALS
LICENSED REAL ESTATE BROKER
908-289-5200540 North Avenue, Union, New Jersey 07083
Your local Rosa Agency Sales Team.
Paul Gruber Jim Palermo Lou LaBrutto
Can you believe it's summer? 95 and 100-
degree weather, people on vacation and gas
prices soaring. Will oil hit $100 a barrel? Yet
real estate in New Jersey has not changed
what so ever. I have anticipated for the last
year a decline in prices and a slow down in
sales but this has not happened.
Long-term interest rates that are based on
the 10-year bond have not changed. Short-
term interest rates have gone up and if you
have an equity loan, adjustable mortgage or
credit card debt your payments have gone up
or will go up. The general public does not
understand interest rates whether they are long
term or short term and how they go up and
down. I will try to explain.
The Federal Reserve has the power to
change short-term interest rates by charging
the banks more money to borrow from the
Federal Reserve or charging less money. This is
reflected typically on the cost of funds rate and
the prime rate.
Banks then charge clients and customers
according to the spread. Banks will either raise
or lower the interest they give to their clients
or customers on savings or checking accounts.
The difference in the spread is the banks profit.
Periodically banks invest in treasury notes.
That means banks can borrow money from the
Federal Reserve at a discounted rate and with
this money they buy treasury notes with a
higher yield, the difference again is the banks
profit. The catch, is if the Federal Reserve
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raises short-term rates and long-term rates do not
change then the banks do not make a sufficient
profit, credit becomes tighter.
Mortgage rates are based on a 10-year bond.
When there is no shortage of investors buying the
10-year bond the rate does not change. If there is an
abundance of investors purchasing the 10-year bond
the rate drops. If there is not enough investors
purchasing the 10 year bond the rate goes up, which
forces the 30 year mortgage rate to go up.
In today's market place a new element is coming
in to play in the 10-year bond. Foreign countries
such as China, Korea and countries in South
America, and institutions, which have confidence in
the US dollar, have been purchasing 10-year bonds.
For this reason short-term rates and long-term rates
are very similar. This has never happened in our
economy before, this is the reason 30-year mortgages
have remained extremely low.
Mortgage rates have not changed dramatically
over the last year, and buyers find it easier to qualify
for a mortgage today then 10 years ago. The bubble
that the Federal Government said would happen in
the real estate market has not occurred. Real estate
today is still your best investment. As long as you
understand the responsibility of home ownership,
making payments on your mortgage in a timely
fashion, and understanding that real estate may not
go up indefinitely in value, then real estate in the
USA will continue to blossom.
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