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Looking by King and Queen at Back Ed Pany Bath Senior Center Cement Workers Union 1933
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Originally published in 2006
Many of my readers know I have devoted years researching the history and lore of the cement industry, an industry that attracted thousands of workers to Lehigh Valley communities providing employment and opportunity. At one time 60 plants dotted the area. The Bath 1937 Bicentennial book “looks back” to a time when unions were organized to improve wages and conditions. In September of 1933, a small group of cement workers met in Bath and conceived the idea to form a legitimate organization to negotiate with the management of cement companies.
They called a labor organizer from the American Federation of Labor. The employees of the Keystone Portland Cement Company were the first organized cement workers in the United States. After numerous meetings, workers embarked on a campaign to sign up workers for the union. The campaign was successful and local #18673 of the cement workers was organized in Bath. In 1937 the union had 800 members employed at the Penn Dixie Cement Corporation plants four, five and six located between Bath and Nazareth and Continued on page 2
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Andy’s Corner King Wayne German and Queen Pearl Eberts celebrated at Mid County Senior Center in Bath on Valentine’s Day. -Photo submitted by Diane Orlowsky, Director.
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East Allen Township Supervisors given Presentation on MS4 requirements By KERI LINDENMUTH The East Allen Township Board of Supervisors received a presentation from Hanover Engineering on MS4 requirements during their February 14 meeting. A new MS4 term will take effect in 2019, during which time the township must have a pollution reduction plan in place for its storm water systems. If not, it may face steep fines from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
MS4, or the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System, is a township-wide cleanup of storm water systems. Oil, grease, pesticides, sediment, toxic chemicals, and more pollution travel into area wetlands from snow and rain. This causes increased flooding, sediment build-up, erosion, invasive species, and dirty drinking water for both humans and animals. MS4’s main goal is to reduce this pollution. “We can certainly do a much
better job than we have been doing,” said Jason Smith, Senior Scientist at Hanover Engineering.
----------------------We can certainly do a much better job than we have been doing. Jason Smith -----------------------
Every single stream in the township is subject to the required pollution reduction plan.
Siltation from the area’s many agricultural properties has impacted these streams. By the next MS4 term, which starts in 2019 and ends in 2024, siltation in these bodies of water must be reduced by 10 percent. Smith warned that this can be very costly, ranging anywhere from $500,000 to as much as $5 million. Solutions include adding more vegetation to stream Continued on page 2
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the National Portland Cement Company located at Broadhead. The union had a 100 percent membership at these plants, making it the largest cement union in the United States. It was able to attain signed agreements with these companies improving working conditions and increased wages for workers. Old timers may remember some of the officers. Victor Thomas of Nazareth was the president, Harry Haidle of Bath, vice president; Wilson Serfass, second vice president; Arthur Strunk, secretary and treasurer. Today only the Keystone Cement Company remains of these three companies. The union’s
name has changed on a number of occasions. Today, the industrial and chemical workers represent our friends at Keystone Cement with a former student of this writer, Mr. Jon Wolfer as district representative.
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banks in order to reduce erosion or building entirely new storm water systems. However, while the plan is costly, Smith says it comes with many benefits. Improved water quality means better drinking water, less flooding, more recreational opportunities, increased fishing, and less maintenance costs. In addition to storm water maintenance, the township also discussed road improvement plans for Monocacy Drive. Town-
ship engineer James Milot said the road is in “pretty bad shape.” He explained that a cheap fix is merely a “Band-Aid” and recommended that the township pursue a complete reconstruction of the road in two parts. “If we are going to do this,” he said, “let [us] do this right.” Supervisors and public works officials agreed. The project will move forward to public bid and potentially start this summer.
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EVENTS AROUND TOWN The GETTING OUT section of The Home News is open to events that are FREE for the community to attend and participate in. If you have an event and are not sure if it qualifies for this section, call us at 610-923-0382. We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify. Moore Township Democrat’s Monthly Meeting- 6:30 p.m. every second Thursday of the month. Pizzaville, 572 Nazareth Drive, Bath. Moore Township Historical Commission- Monthly meeting at 7 p.m., last Wednesday of the month at Moore Twp. Municipal Building, public is welcome.
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7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month except August on the GWHS campus, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath. Public welcome. For information, govwolf.org.
Governor Wolf Historical Society Museum, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath: Open to the public 1-3 p.m. the
third Saturday of the month, with tours of the society’s campus offered. For information, govwolf.org.
Bath Museum-Open every third Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Located in Bath Borough building at Penn and Washington Streets.
United States Submarine Veterans Lehigh Valley Base Monthly Meeting- Held every third Sunday at 2 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Church, 510 Union Street, Allentown.
Moore Township Association for families in need-
Monthly meeting second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. Meet at Covenant United Methodist Church. Excludes June, July and August.
Moorestown Garden Club Monthly Meeting- Tuesday, March 6 at 7 p.m. Salem UCC Fellowship Hall, 2218 Community Drive, Bath. Visitors and new members welcome.
Shredding Event- Saturday, April 14 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Northampton Community Center. Sponsored by State Rep. Zach Mako, co-hosted by Borough of Northampton. Bath Area Fish Committee’s Kid’s Fishing ContestApril 28 and 29 in Bath. Stay tuned for more information.
Spring Festival- Saturday, May 12 from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. at
East Allen Township Volunteer Ambulance Corps., 4945 NorBath Blvd., Northampton. Hosted by Greater Bath Area Chamber of Commerce and EATVAC. FMI call 484-548-4090.
40th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival- Saturday, June 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Moravian Historical Society.
Third Annual Heroin & Opiate Awareness Day- Sat-
urday, June 2 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Bushkill Township Volunteer Fire Company, 155 Firehouse Dr., Nazareth. Hosted by Partners for a New Beginning.
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Natural perspectives For the health-minded individual
Do You Really Need Supplements? This time of year lends itself to a spike in the purchase of gym memberships and health improvement related products. Invariably, I field many more questions regarding diet, supplements, and exercise during January and February as compared to the rest of the year. Of course, everybody wants to know what vitamins to take or I should say, they want me to agree with the vitamins they already bought and are taking. The real issue is to figure out if they, we, us, should be taking supplements at all. The answer is absolutely not, yes, and maybe. How is that for an informative health column? I have arrived at this interesting point in my understanding about the health, healing, and maintenance of the human body as I now believe, for the most part, we actually do not understand the human body very well. If we don’t know the human body as well as we think we do, then how are we supposed to figure out what it actually needs? I don’t think I am going too far in asserting that we simply do not know as much as we pretend to know or at the very least presume. If you think for a moment about how just incredible the human body is your brain will explode. To believe we have figured it all out is madness. We don’t even know what we don’t know. Ladies and gentlemen, the fact remains that modern science has barely scratched the surface in understanding the human body. Add in the soul (mind, will, and emotions) and the spirit aspects and we find ourselves at a complete loss of understanding.
by DR. GLENN CLEARIE, DC
Helping for 20 years I stand in awe at the mystery of life and count myself blessed to be fully alive and self-aware. Life is fascinating. I do understand that everything in our body works together in unison and desires to be in harmony and at peace. This innate, God breathed, albeit temporary earthly life does need to be nurtured on many levels. So yes, your nurturing may very well be certain vitamins herbs and minerals. The quick list of what people basically take right now is; Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Omega 3’s, Calcium, and a multi-vitamin. Am I right? Which ones of that list are you taking and why exactly? For me right now it is methyl B12, Withania, and iodine, just to name a few. I will explain why in a future article. So yes, perhaps you do need a very specific supplement program. In fact, if you have a disease you had better know what vitamins to take to support yourself. However, I feel the need to go deeper than that with you. I ask plainly, what is more important to supplement our health, Vitamin C or a big passionate kiss on the lips right now? Do you need to take a tablespoon of cod liver oil or walk in nature for twenty minutes? Do you think
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you need a multi-mineral or a serious belly laugh? My hope is that you take to heart the fact that our health isn’t based on a single approach, pill, or potion. I personally and professionally believe that we all need to supplement our existence. It may be in the form of a healing vitamin or herb. But the supplement you may need specifically may be a big hug, an ear to listen, or a head bowed in prayer. My best to you always. "Natural Perspectives" is a health commentary only and does not claim to diagnose and/ or make treatment recommendations. Always seek the advice of your health care professional.
Two antique Shows, one Weekend in Bath Submitted by CAROL BEAR-HECKMAN The 10th Annual Governor Wolf Historical Society Antiques
Show joins the Fourth Annual Chestnut Street Antiques Show the first weekend in March with a total of almost 50 quality antiques dealers. Kicking off the spring flurry of antiques shows, these two shows are held in Historic Bath and just south of Historic Bath, Pennsylvania. The Governor Wolf Antiques Show is held on the grounds of the 1785 stone Wolf Academy at 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath PA 18014. The site also includes the stone center-hall Ralston-McKeen House and the Monocacy School. All three buildings will be filled with antiques including country, folk art, original paint and primitives. Some of the widely respected dealers setting up will be Dave Irons, William Fretz, Abby Brooks, Stephen Burkhardt, Claudia Collins, Helen Bryan, Brian Hart, Stephen Zluky, Mary Beach, Ken Vliet, Brad Hamilton, Sally Szezag, Jean Torrie, David Koch, Patrick Murray, Marsha Batts, Carol Alfred, and Carol Redler. The RalstonMcKeen House has seven original
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fireplaces, which add to the ambiance of the antique displays in room settings. The large walk-in fireplace will be used for an educational demonstration of hearth cooking using period equipment, complete with tastings. In the Monocacy School lunch will be available from Daily Grind, Bath, including homemade soups, loaded sandwiches, fresh baked cookies, and more. The hours of the show are Saturday, March 3 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, March 4 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost of admission is $6 ($5 with a card, or a printout of one from www.govwolf.org, or a hand stamp from the Chestnut St. Show). Parking is free. For additional information, email or call 610-837-9015. The Society has no paid staff and all of the profits go toward restoration and preservation of our buildings. The Chestnut Street Antiques Show is held in Christ Church Continued on page 4
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of Bath at 109 South Chestnut Street, Bath PA 18014. The antique stands fill the Fellowship Hall and other classrooms. Included in the treasures on sale will be primitives, holiday, gardening, linens, Victorian, country, stoneware, decoys, lamps, jewelry and collectibles. Some of the quality dealers taking part in the show are Terri Horwath, Deborah Rogers, Rudolf Stumpf, Charles Brehm, Dorothy Tamashausky, Rick Heim, Paulette Lichtenwalner, Connie Bossert, Beverly Graczyk, Patsy Menecola , Carol Berkoff, Rosemary Johnsen, and Lorie Edwards. Lunch will be available from the Garden of Feedin’ Café including homemade soup, hamburgers, hot dogs and baked goods. This show is Saturday only; March 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost of admission is $5 ($4 with a card, or a printout of one from Facebook, or a wrist band from the Governor Wolf Show). Parking is free. For additional information email ddh1@ptd.net or call 610-390-3276. Proceeds benefit Christ Church of Bath. Don’t miss out on this weekend of excitement; mark your calendar now.
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ANDY’S CORNER By ANDY WEAVER The Nazareth Girls Basketball Team played in the first round of the EPC Tournament on February 12 at home vs. Central and lost. The girls will be in the quarterfinals of districts at 6 p.m. on February 22 at Whitehall High School, where they will play Parkland. The winner will play on February 26 in the semifinals and automatically get three more games and a state game. The Nazareth Wrestling Team will be in the District XI Wrestling Individual Wrestling Tournament at Liberty High School on Friday, February 23 and Saturday, February 24; as on Friday the Pigtail Round at 4 p.m., Quarterfinals at 6 p.m. and on Saturday, February 24 it’s the Semifinals Continued on page 15
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Upper Nazareth Township is accepting applications for a full-time laborer for the Public Works Department. Knowledge of construction and maintenance of roads, streets, parks, buildings, and grounds preferred. Must be available for on-call duty during inclement weather. Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. CDL license preferred or must acquire a CDL within one year of employment. Salary is competitive with excellent benefits. Applications are available at the Upper Nazareth Township Municipal Office located at 100 Newport Avenue, Nazareth, PA 18064 or send resume and cover letter by email to unteit@rcn.com. Deadline to apply is noon on March 9, 2018. EOE.
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Six Presidential Leadership Lessons This week we celebrate President’s Day. Who is your favorite president? I guess I have a few favorites, but I remember President Kennedy’s inauguration like it was yesterday: “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country,” a phrase that has gone down in history. So encouraging with such a clear message to put your others before yourself. Of course, I didn’t see FDR’s address but remember learning about his memorable statement, “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.” That’s leadership. Below are six presidential leadership lessons:
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Have a plan. The best presidents created clear, consistent, goal-oriented plans and told the nation exactly where they were taking it. They also communicated updates honestly, in easily understandable words and, when course corrections were necessary, explained why. Washington and Lincoln were good at this.
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Stay calm. When faced with a calamity our greatest presidents kept their wits about them. Washington had serious successes and defeats during his first eight years in office. But he remained cool, calm and collected. Ditto with FDR. His inaugural address and those memorable words, "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself," reassured an entire nation. Great leaders rise to the occasion when crisis threatens the very existence of their business.
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Be consistent. Course alterations are inevitable and one must stay consistent to the original plan. Consider Lincoln. He stayed consistent to one core objective: to keep the Union intact. He changed his strategies but never wavered from his end goal. Small business leaders should do the same. Remember why you exist and stay true to it as you retrofit your strategies and tactics.
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Have empathy. Great leaders allow their employees to fail and learn from those failures. No leader better demonstrated empathy than Lincoln when he delivered his second inaugural address. Instead of demanding severe punishment of an already beaten Confederacy, he argued for leniency, love and understanding. His classic line, "With malice towards none and charity towards all" said it all. Every entrepreneur can use a little less vitriol and a whole lot more empathy in demonstrating leadership.
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Don't be afraid of making unpopular decisions. Sometimes leaders have to make unpopular choices that might alienate a significant percentage of their workforce. Fowler cites
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John Adams as the quintessential American president who, by choosing not to go to war with France, alienated much of the voting population and virtually assured his defeat when he ran for reelection. But, he kept us out of a war that might have ended the republic within a decade of its birth.
Submitted by SCOTT LITTLE State Rep. Joe Emrick (RNazareth) invites residents of the 137th Legislative District to take advantage of satellite office hours he will be hosting in Forks Township during the month of March. “Not everyone can easily reach my district offices in Bangor or Nazareth, especially when winter weather causes travel problems,” Emrick said. “We offer this service on the first and third Thursday of each month as a way of bringing state government closer to you.” A member of Emrick’s
district office staff will be at the Forks Township Community Center on Thursday, March 1, and Thursday, March 8, from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. The community center is located at 500 Zucksville Road. “This is a great opportunity to get answers to your state government questions and further information about programs such as the state’s Property Tax/Rent Rebate program,” added Emrick. Questions about this or any legislative issue should be directed to Emrick’s district office at 610-746-5090 or 610-588-8011.
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Change when the facts change. Wilson was reelected in 1916 with the slogan, "He kept us out of war." Then, almost immediately after beginning his second term, Germany announced unrestricted submarine warfare (and began sinking American ships at will). Since the facts had changed, Wilson changed and declared war. Ditto with entrepreneurs. Stay focused on your organization's goals, but adapt when marketplace factors change. So whether it be, George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Franklin D. Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy, Woodrow Wilson, John Adams, their leadership lessons are not only historical they are meaningful and easily implemented your day to day leadership role. Serve at your school, your church, in your community, state or country. You can make a difference by just giving back. Steve Cody William Fowler, PHD
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GAB OVER by Pete THE FENCE G. Ossip Could this be the last snow of the 2017-2018 winter season? We had about six inches (maybe more) on Saturday night into Sunday morning. Now we’re gonna have some more cool weather, but with some 60+ and 70+ degree temperatures, too. I’m ready for spring! How about you? . . . . The Winter Olympics in South Korea have been thrilling with figure skating in singles and doubles, and the loop the loops in the trough of snow, and the downhill skiing. It takes an awful lot of work and training to show the skills they have. I remember seeing Peggy Fleming in ice skating, the only time in person, but it’s nice to see everything on TV, too. We’ve had lots of Americans win gold medals, who show their pride with smiles of success. They all deserve a pat on the back and hugs for their hard work. . . .The siding is off on the former beverage building that will be Bath’s Municipal Building in the near future. . . .Spring training has started in Florida and Arizona, so we’ll see some games before the real baseball season starts. The first game is this Friday, and there will be 200 on MLB-TV in spring training. The Phillies have high hopes. We shall see what we shall see. I don’t look for much difference than last year. Basketball is still going, and Villanova has won the first two games they played. . . . Sorry to see that our buddy, Chick Liberto, has passed away. My sympathies to the family. The hearts gang at the Bath Legion will miss him. . . . Clark Smith was in and out of the hospital. . . . The golfers are swinging their clubs down at Myrtle Beach in South Carolina, 56 of them. . . .Marty Csencsits dropped from a 700+ game to a 500+ series the past week, but that’s bowling . . . . Mickey Shimoskie is welcoming some warmer weather this week for his daily jog. . . . I’m looking forward to the Knights of Columbus fish dinners now that we’re in the Lenten season. . . .
Presidents’ Day was observed on Monday. It’s a quiet holiday. Next up is St. Patrick’s Day on March 17th. That’s more lively . . . . No ice for Fi and Phyliss this week. . . .Happy birthday to Jack Metcalf, who’s celebrating down in warm Naples, Florida. . . . I could use a hot toddy about now. Hey, Elmira!!
BATH BOWLING Team 5 Catching Up to Team 1 in Bath Die Hards
Team 5 moved closer to leading Team 1 with a sweep on February 14 in the Bath Die Hards League. It was a total team effort on their part as Gerald Bartholomew hit 600; Charmaine Bartholmew had 489; Albert Arthofer, 458, and Amanda Leindecker, 427. Team 1 lost 1 to 3 games with Terry Bartholomew, 599; Ty J. Pagotto, 522, and Betty Naylor, 444. Also winning four games was Team 4 with Polly Kosman rolling 449 pins. Team 3 won 3 to 1 with Bob C. Kosman, 576; Joe Bachman, 469, and Bob R. Kosman 443. Team 2 suffered the 0 to 4 loss with David Guest, 501, and Wendy Guest, 447. Standings Team 1 Team 5 Team 3 Team 2 Team 4
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Vince Bauer Fiber, Maxx Amusements Keep Pace In Bath Commercial League
Week 23 of the Bath Commercial League found Vince Bauer Fiberglass Repair and Maxx Amusements keeping pace with each other as both teams swept their opponents, 4 to 0. Bauer Fiberglass downed Paul’ Garage and Maxx Amusements knocked off Bath Supply #1. Bauer’s best were Wayne Fogel, 215-203–592; Bob Davidson, 202-212–581; Wyatt Davidson, 205–579; and Vince Bauer, 5610.
Paul’s: Jim D’Aqostino, 235206–638; Ed Weller, 235–631; Jason Lauchnor, 242–567; Tom Stephens, 201–563; Craig Rothdeutsch, 544. Maxx: “Butch” Holland, 225234–665; Scott Ackerman , 202–573; Randy Frey, 531; Bill Bachman, 518. Supply #1: Lester Steigerwalt, 200-223–599; Jeff Kerbacher, 564; Harvey Rissmiller, 507. Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering took three games out of four from Bath Supply #2, Carfara’s: Dino Carfara, 225-235-236– 696; Brent Bartholomew, 247206–642; Harry Emery, 205225–606; Terry Bartholomew, 206-567; Gerald Bartholomew, 223–552. Supply #2: Wally Myers, 266-210-238–714; Mike Snyder, 216-217–606; Taylor Hostler, 243–580. Daku Auto Body trimmed the Rice Family, 3 to1, with Marc Biechey, 210-207-214–631; Scott Bortz, 21-226–630; Bob Daku, 248–624; Al Davidson, 207-257–600; Bob Faustner, 510. Rice: Naaman Houseal, 214-203–611. STANDINGS Bauer Fiberglass Maxx Amusements Carfara’s Paint Bath Supply #2 Paul’s Garage Daku Auto Body Bath Supply #1 Rice Family
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Holy Family Trips D&R Precision to Gain More Ground in Bath Industrial League
First half champion Holy Family won 4 to 0 over D & R Precision Machining, while second place Fensty’s Restoration was swept by G&L Sign Factory, putting some distance between them. Family: John Facinelli, 230212–644; Jim Bendekovitz, 234–622; Michael Hawk, 231205–614; Del Buss, 209-202– 598; Dave Betz, 209–493. D&R: “Butch” Post, 246-210–660; Rick Dilley, 232–540; Dave Roman, 212–533; Don Remaley, 389. G&L Signs: Paul Duda, 235201–617; Jason Eberts, 218–602; Brian Silvius, 206–574; Shawn
Snyder, 215–543; Chad Wagner, Sr., 202–542. Fensty: Matt Paulus, 228-210–641; Marty Csencsits, 249–587; Warren Nelson, 185–541; Mark Flamisch, 489; Joe Schwartz, 429. Taylor Honey won in three games, losing 1 vs. Harhart’s. Mark Janda, 245-215–619; Milt Kelly, 242–584; Scott Friebolin, 207–562; Jack Troxell, 199–553; Ed Taylor, 211-200–533. Harhart: “Butch” Holland, 584–246; Bill Bachman, 196–511; Randy Fritz, 384. Valley Electric downed Co-Pilot Taxi in three out of four games with Cade Shemanski, 247-225– 651; Don Arndt, 220–576; Marty Beal, 238–576; Eric Marhefka, 478; Andrew White, 407. Taxi: Robert Kulick, 210–476; James Mandarino, 395; Brandon Corey, 350. STANDINGS W L Holy Family 25 7 Fensty’s Restoration 18 14 D&R Precision Mach. 16 16 Valley Electric 17.5 14.5 Taylor Honey 17 15 Co-Pilot Taxi 11 21 Harhart’s 11.5 17.5 G&L Sign Factory 13 19
DARTBALL Christ UCC draws Closer with sweep In Suburban Dart Baseball League Christ UCC Church of Bath shut out Emmanuel EC of Bethlehem in three games of the Suburban Inter-church Dart Baseball League on Monday to move closer to league-leading Salem Lutheran of Bethlehem. The scores were 2-1, 3-1, and 3-0, Bath. Leading the locals were Garry Hunsicker, 7 for 13, and Ron Wagner, 4 for 13. Emmanuel had Jon Rice, 6 for 14 and Jeff Hoffert, 4 for 11. Salem Lutheran won 6-1 and 12-1, but lost 3-5 at Salem UCC in Moorestown. The Bethlehem hitters were Walt Hoffert, 9 for
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Several sinkholes Plague Allen Township By KERI LINDENMUTH During their meeting on Tuesday, February 13, Allen Township supervisors were briefed on several sinkholes in the township. Perhaps the most troublesome sinkhole is one located on Willowbrook Road by Catasauqua High School. The sinkhole runs close to a 12-inch main gas line. The township’s public works department has contacted both Northampton County and UGI. At the time of the meeting, public works had not heard a response from UGI. The safety implications of the sinkhole were a large concern for supervisors. “If someone drives off there… boy, there is going to be trouble,” warned Supervisor Bruce Frack. In addition to sinkhole concerns, supervisors also addressed storm water basin improvements. Extensive storm water improvements will be conducted in the township’s Summerglen and Brookdale developments between Dry Run and McNair Drive. Hazardous and diseased trees will be managed and a fence
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Northampton Borough Council Lehigh supervisors Approves charity car show, craft fair Schedule public meeting With building committee
By JUSTIN SWEITZER Members of Northampton Borough Council voted unanimously at their Feb. 15 meeting to approve a car show and craft fair in the borough to benefit two charitable military-focused organizations. The board approved the request of Paul and Jody Sain-Mellner, who will be running the car show and craft fair on Saturday, Oct. 27 at the Canal Street Park. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with proceeds going to Mission 22 and the Lehigh Valley chapter of Blue Star Mothers of America.
John Graberitz, a borough resident who is involved in the car show’s planning, said he hopes to see about 50 to 150 cars at the event. Borough Manager LeRoy Brobst said he expects the event to go well while praising the mission of the event. “I think that it would be a very nice gesture and they would do an incredible job,” Brobst said. Councilman Anthony Lopsonzski Sr. agreed. He applauded the organizers for their choice of charitable organizations. “I’d like to commend you on your choices of places to donate
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the money,” Lopsonzski said. Mission 22 is an organization dedicated to preventing veteran suicide by providing mental health treatment to veterans in need. Blue Stars Mothers is an organization that provides care packages, letters and support to veterans and families of veterans. The rain date for the event is Saturday, Nov. 3. In other business, the council approved the hiring of Michael McGonigle as a part-time police officer for the borough. McGonigle recently retired from the Lehigh Township Police Department, and would need little training before beginning his service to the borough, according to Brobst. In additional police-related business, Police Chief Bryan Kadingo suggested holding a picnic for all borough dignitaries and employees. Council was very favorable to his suggestion and approved his request that the borough’s Municipal A Pavilion be set aside for a picnic on Saturday, June 30. Borough council also waived the rental fee for the event.
By JUSTIN SWEITZER Supervisors in Lehigh Township will meet with members of the township’s building committee at their regularly scheduled supervisors meeting on Feb. 27 to discuss options for a proposed maintenance building in the township. The decision comes after members of the board agreed at their Feb. 13 meeting to have a faceto-face meeting with members of the committee to discuss the direction of the project after two options were presented by committee member Chip Hazard. Hazard, along with Township Solicitor David Backenstoe and three other members of the building committee, have been in talks with multiple firms to get a sense of what a new maintenance building could cost the township. As of February, Hazard had talked with representatives of J.G. Petrucci Company and Watkins Architect. Hazard informed the board that the committee recommended the township work with Watkins Architect to carry out the
first task outlined by the company, which would offer the township a budget number, a schematic floor plan and a program outline. The cost, Hazard said, would be $3,800 for the first half of task one. The costs for Petrucci’s services for task one was $3,125. Hazard said that the costs proposed by Petrucci at later stages in the project were “way too much money.” “We’re recommending Watkins Architect,” Hazard said. “His costs, we thought, were more clearly defined—he’s got $3,800 Continued on page 13
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Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center Community Programs, March Submitted by LAUREN FORSTER DiscoverE Adventure Backpacks Available When: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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insects, birds, trees, butterflies and moths. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. Fishing Rods and Tackle Available When: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Where: Jacobsburg Visitor Center, 400 Belfast Road, Nazareth Borrow fishing poles and tackle to use in Jacobsburg’s creeks. To borrow equipment, you must provide a driver’s license or other form of state issued identification. Person’s age 16 and older must possess a current fishing license to fish. Adults can help children under 16 fish without a license. Bait is not provided. For more information call 610-7462801 or email jacobsburgsp@ pa.gov. Volunteer Brunch Meet and Greet Saturday, March 17, 11 a.m. to noon Join us for a potluck get–together and meet fellow volunteers. We’ll also discuss volunteer projects coming up in 2018. If you would like to attend and bring your favorite dish, please contact Rick Wiltraut, volunteer coordinator at rwiltraut@pa.gov. Tuesday Trails Tuesday, March 20, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Get moving after work with a brisk hike at Jacobsburg. These guided monthly hikes are two to two and a half miles over uneven terrain. Dogs are welcome to hike on a leash. Meet at the Visitor Center flagpole at 400 Belfast Road. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting us at 610-7462801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. Signs of spring Saturday, March 24, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Looking for a way to beat the winter doldrums? Join us as we search for wildflowers, new plant growth, migrating birds and other signs of spring. Be prepared for a moderate hike that may involve muddy slopes and uphill climbs. Please bring binoculars, a camera, water and a snack, and wear sturdy shoes. We will meet at the Sobers Run parking lot near the intersection of Belfast Road and Keller Road. Registration is required. Celestial Wildlife Saturday, March 24,
8 to 9:30 p.m. Did you know that the night sky is filled with all sorts of wildlife? Join us for this nighttime adventure as we use our imagination and search the sky for bears, lions, dogs, bulls and even dragons. Please dress warmly and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a blanket to sit on, a flashlight, snack, water and binoculars if you have them. Registration is required. Family Night: Frog Slog Friday, March 30, 7 to 9 p.m. Join herp expert Andy Curtis as we explore woodland ponds in search of amphibian wonders. Please dress for the weather, wear waterproof footwear, and bring a flashlight. Space limited to 30 participants. Registration is required. You can also view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program please contact the park office at 610746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@ pa.gov. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.
Upper Nazareth Townhomes Damaged in Fire By HOME NEWS STAFF On Thursday night, February 15, a fire blazed through two townhomes in the Redcliffe development of Upper Nazareth Township. Firefighters responded around 9:30 p.m. Fortunately no one was injured, nor were any pets. The fire began in an electrical panel in the townhome on the end of the row, which then spread to an adjacent home. Luckily firewalls prevented the fire from spreading to the third and fourth homes in the row. Assisting crews from Palmer Township, Lower Nazareth Township, Nazareth, Bath, East Allen, Hanover Township, Northampton County; Bushkill Township, Moore Township and Plainfield Township helped to clear the scene.
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CHRIST U.C.C., Schoenersville. 610-264-9325 Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE, Danielsville. 610837-6051 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. CE/SS CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH Northampton. 610262-8500 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. with HC, Sunday School 10:30 a.m. COVENANT UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-8377517 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m. HA, Sunday School 9:15 a.m. DRYLAND U.C.C., Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sun. – Worship 8/10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m. EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall (Egypt) 610-262-4961 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. EMMANUEL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1741 Sun – Traditional 8/10:45 a.m. and Contemporary 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Wed- Midweek Lenten Service 10:30 a.m./7:12 p.m. FAITH REFORMED, Walnutport, 610-767-3505 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m. GOD'S MISSIONARY CHURCH, Northampton. 610262-4412 Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., Wed.- 7 p.m. BS GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN, Northampton, 610-262-9517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:15-11 a.m. GOSPEL CHAPEL WESLEYAN CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m., Sat- 5 p.m. GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-7036 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.
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SALEM U.C.C. Moorestown 610-759-1652 Sun. – 8/10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
ST. PAUL’S UCC, Northampton, 610-261-2910. HA Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. (with child care), Sunday School 9 a.m.
SALEM UNITED METHODIST, Danielsville. 610-767-8003 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m.
ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indianland, Cherryville 610-7674572 Sun. – 9 a.m. Christian Hour Education, Worship at 10:30 a.m.
SCHOENECK MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-759-0376 Sun.- Worship 8/10:30 a.m.
ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Northampton 610-837-7426 Sun. – 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL Nazareth 610746-3910 Sun. – Holy Eucharist 10 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m. ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-1061 Sun. - Worship 8/10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m. ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-759-3090. Sun. - Worship 8/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship with HC 5:30 p.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C., Howertown. 610-262-8666 Sun. - Worship 9:30 a.m. ST. JOHN’S U.C.C. Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. – Worship at 8/10:45 a.m., Wed.- 11 a.m. ST. NICHOLAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, Walnutport. 610-767-3107 Sun. – Mass 8/9:30/11 a.m.,
VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton 610-837-5894 Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m. BS 9:30 a.m., Wed.- BS and Prayer 7 p.m. WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST 610-7678939 Sat. – Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. ZION’S STONE U.C.C., Kreidersville 610-262-1133 Sun. – SS 9 a.m., Worship 10:15 a.m. ZION E.L. CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-6636 (N) Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m. KEY –W- Worship, M – Mass, S – Services, SS – Sunday School, CE – Christian Ed, BS – Bible Study, CC - Child Care, HC – Holy Communion, H/A – Handicapped Accessible, VBS – Vacation Bible School
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Choosing A Church
People choose where they go to church for various reasons. Some want beautiful edifices. I thank God for our comfortable facilities, but it is far more important that the presence of the Lord is there. If people sincerely love, serve, and worship God with all their hearts—even if they meet in an old barn—if God dwells among them, I’d rather worship there than in the most beautiful building that lacks His presence! Some would never attend a church in the summer that is not air-conditioned, but it is more important that the church be prayer-conditioned! Some who are physically challenged want a church with good handicap facilities. Thank God we have that now, but if I were in a wheelchair and knew of a church where the Spirit of God was moving, I would go there even if I’d need several strong men to carry me up a dozen steps! Some are looking for a church with a staffed nursery to care for their children, but if a church lacked that benefit yet the services flowed with the blessing of God, I’d go there! I’d rather have my children with me in the atmosphere of God’s glory anyway! Some want a church with excellent musicians. We are blessed to have that, but if a church had no musicians and the Spirit of the Lord saturated their worship services, I’d go there rather than a church with the best musicians without the Spirit! Some are looking for a church close to their home, but I’d be willing to drive a hundred miles to attend a church where the glory of God comes down! Some are looking for a church where they can be accepted and comfortable in their sin—where the preaching is soothing. We don’t have that! I want a church where the preacher declares “all the counsel of God” (Acts 20:27) and the Spirit of God probes my soul—a church where sinners are convicted of sin and converted to Christ—where “old things are passed away” and “all things are become new” (2 Corinthians 5:17).
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Obituaries Ward C. Dean, Sr.
APRIL 25, 1930 – FEB. 7, 2018 Ward C. Dean, Sr., 87, of Bath, formerly of Bethlehem, died on We d n e s d a y, Feb. 7, 2018 in Alexandria Manor, Bath. He was the husband of the late Faith (Finn) Dean for 51 years before she passed away in 2009. He was last employed by Lone Star Cement Co., Nazareth, as a foreman for 40 years before retiring in 1994. Born on April 25, 1930 in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., he was a son of the late Emma (Bryan) Call and Charles Call, Sr. Ward was of the Methodist faith and was a member of the Masonic Blue Lodge in Hudson, N.Y. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. Surviving are sons Ward C. Dean, Jr. of Bethlehem, David F. Dean of Danielsville, Mark J. Dean of Northampton; a brother, Charles Call, Jr. of Aiken, S.C.; a sister, Mrs. Barbara Supplee of Valley Township, Pa.; seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter, Cindy Kasten, in 2001 and a sister, Joan Macher. A funeral service was held on Saturday, Feb. 17 at the Schisler Funeral Home in Northampton. Interment with military honors followed at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Allentown. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, L.V. Unit, c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
Gene E. Deiter, Sr.
DEC. 12, 1942 – FEB. 16, 2018 Gene E. Deiter, Sr., 75, of Northampton, died Friday, Feb. 16, 2018 at home. He was the husband of Barbara A. (Zellers) De-
iter for 56 years. He was last employed in maintenance for Georgia Pacific in Easton for nine years before retiring in 2109. Prior to that, he worked in the same capacity for the former Tarkett Mfg., Whitehall for 33 years. Born on Dec. 12, 1942 in West Catasauqua, he was the son of the late Elwood and Maggie R. (Koch) Deiter. He was a life member of both the Ontelaunee Rod & Gun Club in New Tripoli and the Petersville Rod & Gun Club of Bath, and a long time member of the National Rifle Association. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Gene E. Deiter, Jr. of Slatedale and Brian S. Deiter of Hellertown; a daughter, Sherry L. Mankos, of Slatington; a sister, Darlene M. Boyles, of Germansville; a daughter-inlaw, Shawn Deiter, of Bethlehem; five grandchildren and one greatgranddaughter. He was predeceased by a son, Marc Deiter, in 2005. A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. today (Thursday) in the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, followed by interment in Indianland Cemetery, Cherryville. Contributions may be offered to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 1525 Valley Center Parkway #180, or c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
Sally and James Fenstermaker
AUG. 24, 1940 – FEB. 4, 2018 AND FEB. 17, 1936 – AUG. 23, 2017 A joint memorial service will be held this Friday, Feb. 23, 2018 at 6 p.m. in Bethany Wesleyan Church, 675 Blue Mountain Dr., Cherryville for James Lee and Sally Ann (Moll) Fenstermaker. They were married for 60 years. James served in the U.S. Marine Corps and worked at Bethlehem Steel. He was a graduate of Coplay High School. He was born on Feb. 17, 1936, the son of the late Lester and Gladys (Transue) Fenstermaker and step-mother Irene Schwartz. Sally Ann attended Northampton High School. She was born on August 24, 1940, a daughter of the late Charles and Marion Moll. Sally and James are survived by three sons, Kevin, Scott and Dean; two daughters, Cheryl
Wallitsch and Lisa Swain; 17 grandchildren and nine greatgrandchildren. James is also survived by a sister, Betty Creyer. He was predeceased by a brother, Thomas Fenstermaker. Sally is also survived by a brother, Henry Moll; sisters, Ruth Zsigray Lois Padula and Linda Schwenk. She was predeceased by brothers, Herbert and Robert Moll, and a sister, Virginia Smith. After the service tomorrow night, there will be a time of fellowship.
niece and a nephew, aunts, uncles and cousins. A memorial service in celebration of her life will be held on Friday, Feb. 23 at 6 p.m. in El Shaddai Assembly of God Church, 585 Rose Inn Ave., Nazareth. Friends and relatives are invited to call on Friday evening from 5 to 6 p.m. in the church. Interment will be private. Arrangements were made by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Memorial contributions may be offered to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Jeffrey L. Hegedus
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FEB. 15, 1955 – FEB. 13, 2018 Jeffrey L. Hegedus, 62, of Moore Township, died on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2018 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg, Bethlehem, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was the husband of the late Linda R. (Mashall) Hegedus for 19 years before she passed away in 2013. He was a 1973 graduate of Liberty High School, Bethlehem. Recently, he was employed by L & M Fabrication & Machine, Inc., Bath. Prior to that, Jeff worked for 30 years at the former Bethlehem Steel Co. Born on Feb. 15, 1955 in Fountain Hill, he was a son of the late Alfred L. and Jean (Kuhns) Hegedus. Jeff loved the outdoors, motorcycles, and spending time with his loyal pet dogs, Nemo and Spunky. He is survived by two brothers, Donald Hegedus of Dingmans Ferry and Gary Hegeus of Philadelphia; a niece and three nephews. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements were made by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3393 Adler Place, Suite 170, Bethlehem, PA 18017 in memory of Jeff
Lisa L. Hess
JUNE 14, 1969 – FEB. 17, 2018 Lisa Lynn (Flamisch) Hess, 48, of Moore Township, died on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018 in Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest, Salisbury Township. She was a 1988 graduate of Northampton Area High School and Bethlehem Area Vo-Tech, where she studied nursing, and was a dedicated personal home care aide. Born on June 14, 1969 in Allentown, she was a daughter of Irene M. (Mayers) Flamisch of Moore Township and the late John W. Flamisch, Sr. In addition to her mother, she is survived by two children, Chad and Cheyenne; a brother, John W. Flamisch, Jr., of Wind Gap; a
George S. Lane Jr., 59, of Bath, died on Monday, Feb 12, 2018 in University of Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia. He was the husband of Caron M. (Billman) Lane for 28 years on Oct. 14th. He worked for Gardner Cryogenics, a division of APCI, for 27 years after graduating from Parkland High School in 1977 and Allentown Business School. Born in Plainfield, N.J., he was a son of the George S., Sr. and Margaret Elizabeth (Anderson) Lane. In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by a son, Scott Lane; a grandson; two brothers, John and Christopher Lane; three sisters, Margaret Lane, Catherine Sames and Jennifer Branham; nieces and nephews. Services were held on Friday, Feb. 16 at the Trexler Funeral Home in Allentown. Donations in George’s name may be made to Autism Society, Lehigh Valley, P.O. Box 3523, Allentown, PA 18106.
Anthony “Chick” Liberto
NOV. 30, 1927 – FEB. 15, 2018 Anthony L. “Chick” Liberto, 90, of East Allen Township, died on Thursday, February 15, 2018 in Lehigh Valley Hospice House, Allentown. He was the husband of Florence (Nardella) Liberto for 67 years on August 5. He worked in Keystone Cement Co., Bath, for 43 years in various positions. After retiring, he enjoyed working for Whitetail Golf Club in Moore Township for 25 years. Chick served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Born on November 30, 1927 in East Allen Township, he was a son of the late Nicholas and Mary (Pietro) Liberto Chick enjoyed polka dancing with his wife and was an avid golfer. He was a member of Eckley E. Patch Post #470, American Legion in Bath and always enjoyed their annual golf tournaments and playing cards with the Hearts Club. He also belonged to the Holy Family Club of Nazareth where he bowled. Chick was a faithful member of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Bath. He was very devoted to his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Anthony A. Liberto, of Bonita Springs, Fla.; two daughters, Regina Gower of Bath
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and Melissa Frank of Orefield; seven grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Nicholas and Lewis Liberto. Services were held on Tuesday, Feb. 20 in the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in the Sacred Heart Church, and interment with military honors in the parish cemetery, Bath. Contributions in memory of Chick may be made to Sacred Heart Parish or Lehigh Valley Hospice House, c/o the funeral home at 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064.
Caroline E. Rennig
MARCH 29, 1924 – FEB. 16, 2018 Caroline E. Rennig, 93, of Coplay, died on Friday, Feb. 16, 2016 in Lehigh Center Genesis Elder Care, Macungie. She was the wife of the late Victor H. Rennig, who passed away in 1983. She was a homemaker caring for her family. Born on March 29, 1924 in Cementon, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Kasprik) Check. Caroline was a member of S. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Whitehall. She was a long time member of the Coplay Saengerbund and loved polka music. She was a former bowler at the Allentown Rose Bowl women’s league and enjoyed baking and crocheting. Surviving are three sons, Michael Rennig and Stephen Rennig, both of Whitehall, and Peter Rennig of Coplay; a daughter, Victoria Clapper of Whitehall; a sister, Margaret Sperlbaum, of Northampton; 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Andrew Rennig, and three brothers, Michael, Emil and Albert. A funeral service was held on Wednesday afternoon in Continued on page 13
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the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, followed by burial in St. Lawrence Calvary Cemetery, North Catasauqua. Donations may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, c/o Lehigh Valley Chamber, 840 Hamilton St, Suite 205, Allentown, PA 18101.
Betty J. Reppert
Betty J. (Stokes) Reppert, 90, of Moravian House, Bethlehem, died on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2018 in Old Orchard Healthcare Center, Easton. She was the wife of the late Kenneth F. Reppert, Sr., who passed away in 2002. She was employed as an opener for the Magnetic Windings Co., Easton, for more than 30 years until retiring. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Florence (Rabenold) Stokes. Betty was a member of St. Andrew’s Evan. Lutheran Church, Easton. She enjoyed spending time with her granddaughter and great-granddaughter. Surviving are a son, Kenneth F. Reppert, Jr., of Easton; granddaughter, Rev. Janel Rice of Lanark, Pa.; great-granddaughter, Sophie; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Richard and Donald Stokes. A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. today (Thursday) at Allen Union Cemetery, 4th & Main Sts., Northampton. Arrangements were made by the Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067. Contributions can be made to the church memorial fund.
Glen S. Scheirer
APRIL 27, 1929 – FEB. 15, 2018 Glen S. Scheirer, 88, of Whitehall, died on Friday, Feb. 16, 2018 in Lehigh Valley HospitalMuhlenberg, Bethlehem. He was the husband of Barbara (Pagotto) Scheirer since June 2, 1990. He was predeceased by his first wife, Lorraine M. (Bendekovitz) Scheirer and his second wife, Barbara A. (Schafer) Scheirer. He was an electrician for many years before retiring in 1981, and was a member of the IBEW Local 375. Born on April 27, 1929 in
Egypt, he was a son of the late William and Susanna (Schultz) Scheirer. Glen was Assistant Chef of Whitehall Township and Chief of the Egypt Fire Co. for 50 years. He was also a life member of Egypt Memorial Park; a member of Greenleaf Lodge #561, F. & A.M.; Lehigh Consistory, Allentown; and Rajah Temple, Reading. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, the Phillies, and playing cards. In addition to his wife, he is survived by sons, Glen E. Scherer of Alexandria, Va., Brad L. Scheirer of Whitehall, William W. Scheirer of Schnecksville; a daughter, Glendra Engen, of Rainier, Ore.; step-sons, Wallace Minnich of Mickleton, N.J., Brian Minnich of Palmerton, and Jeffrey Minnich of North Catasauqua. A funeral service was held yesterday at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, Egypt, followed by interment in Arlington Memorial Park, Whitehall. Memorial contributions may be made to the church, c/o the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton.
Steven G. Smith
DEC. 2, 1956 – FEB. 12, 2018 Steven G. Smith, 61, of Northampton, died on Monday, Feb. 12, 2018 in Port Richey, Fla. He was the husband of Susan (Kerbacher) Smith for 37 years. A 1974 graduate of Northampton Area High School, he received a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science from East Stroudsburg University and was self-employed as a carpenter. Born on Dec. 2, 1956 in Maryland, he was a son of the late Herbert and Nancy L. (Lange) Smith. Steven was an avid Phillies fan and participated in Phillies Phantasy Baseball Camp. He and his wife loved boating and spending time in Florida at their vacation home. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a sister, Susan Young; a brother, Mark; two nephews and a niece; mother-in-law, Nancy Kerbacher; and sister-in-law, Janet Kerbacher. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 24 at 11 a.m. in Zion Stone U.C.C. Church, 51 Church Rd., Northampton (Kreidersville). Arrangements were made by the Reichel Fu-
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Grace G. Walp
SEPT. 3, 1923 – FEB. 17, 2018 Grace G. (Schaffer) Walp, 94, of Bethlehem, formerly of Catasauqua, died on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018 in Holy Family Manor, Bethlehem. She was the wife of the late Albert A. Walp, who passed away in 1987. A homemaker, she worked at the Ribbon Mill and cleaned at the Universal Pants and Clyde Shirt Co., Northampton. Born on Sept. 3, 1923 in Northampton, she was a daughter of the late Henry Schaffer and the late Edith (Trumbauer) SchafferBecker and step-daughter of the late Herbert Becker. She lived at the Bridge St. High Rise in Catasauqua from the time it first opened. Grace was an avid IronPigs and Phillies fan, loved playing bingo, going to the casino, lottery tickets, Cash 5, candy and TV re-runs. Surviving are a son, Charles E. Walp, of Bethlehem; a daughter, Susan Himer, of Catasauqua; five grandchildren, a great-grandson and a great-granddaughter. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 23 at the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton. Interment will follow in Grandview Cemetery, Allentown. The family will receive friends from 9 to 10 a.m. Contributions may be made to Holy Family Manor, c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
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for task one to do the budget, and he’s got the simple 5 percent and 2 percent for the follow-up costs.” Watkins Architect designed a maintenance building in Maxatawny Township that is similar to what building committee members in Lehigh Township are looking for. Backenstoe said that Watkins Architect comes “highly recommended” from multiple other municipalities in the area. Supervisor Cindy Miller questioned whether or not the township is in a place to get a quote based on building specs and affordability. “Do we really know what we want this building to be? Are we at that point that we want him to give us a quote? Do we know? I haven’t seen what the committee came up with as far as the building specs.” Miller said that the board of supervisors hasn’t had a discussion about building plans or
specifications with the committee and suggested that the two meet before making a decision. “I think we need to sit down with the committee and we need to hash out what you came up with with what you want in the building,” Miller said. “I think we need to talk about what we’re looking at here.” The board agreed to discuss the matter at their next public meeting. In other business, the board of supervisors accepted the withdrawal of a plan that would have brought a Dollar General to the intersection of Route 248 and Blue Mountain Drive. There was no reason given for the plan withdrawal, according to the township. The withdrawal comes after proposed development at the township’s Cherryville intersection has been delayed repeatedly, frustrating supervisors and township residents alike. The board will next meet on Feb. 27 at 7 p.m.
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on-lot septic systems to treat and dispose of their wastewater. A Home Water & Septic System Workshop sponsored by Penn State Extension will provide information on protecting, testing and treating private water supplies. Penn State Extension will discuss also septic system inspection and maintenance. Learn how to protect your health, your property and our shared groundwater and surface water resources. The Home Water and Septic System Workshops will take place on Wednesday, March 14 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. and repeated from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Gracedale Nursing Home in Nazareth. The workshops are free. However, pre-registration is required. There will also be free drinking water testing for the first 60 registrants. Your water will be tested for pH, nitrates, total dissolved solids and coliform bacteria. You will receive instructions for how to bring in your water samples when you register. To register for either of the Nazareth workshops, go to https://extension.psu.edu/homeand-septic-workshop. For more information on the Home Water and Septic Workshops, contact the Penn State Extension Educator Peter Wulfhorst at 570-296-3400. Financial support for the Penn State Extension Home Water and Septic Workshops has been provided by a Master Well Owner Network grant from PA DEP and Pennsylvania Ground Water Association.
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Estate of Elaine C. Petskus, late of the Township of Upper Nazareth, County of Northampton and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased. Letters of Administration on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned. All persons indebted to the estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims against to present them in writing without delay to the Attorney noted below. Christine A. Hoser 3400 W. Walker Road Walnutport, PA 18088 Administrator Eugene C. Matzo, Jr. 76 Yeats Run Northampton, PA 18067 Administrator DANIEL G. SPENGLER, ESQUIRE 110 East Main Street Bath, PA 18014 Attorney for the Estate (2/8-2/22) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Dorothy Mae Haftl, late of Township of Moore, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased. WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Gary B. Gilbert and Faith L. Meckes-Michaels, Executors of the Estate of Dorothy Mae Haftl. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to Gary B. Gilbert and Faith L. Meckes-Michaels c/o Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (2/8-2/22)
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LEHIGH TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE The Lehigh Township Zoning Hearing Board will convene on Thursday, March 1, 2018, at 6 p.m. to hear the following appeals. The hearing will be held at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building located at 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA 18088. SETH A. RUBINO The Applicant/Potential buyer of land owned by Estate of Donald & Theresa J Wuchter CO Travis Wuchter Administrator, Deer Path Drive, Danielsville,
PA 18038 has filed an application for zoning relief from setback requirements for the location of a new single family dwelling and approved accessory buildings. The design standards for this zoning district state that setback requirements for principal and accessory uses are 50’ for front, rear, and side yards, therefore, requiring a Variance from Section 180-23.E. “Design standards (principal and accessory uses)” The parcel I.D. No. is H3NW13-5A-0516 and is located in the Blue Mountain Conservation Zoning District. WILLIAM E. STROHL The Applicant/Owner of 4169 Lehigh Drive, Cherryville, PA 18035 has filed an application for zoning relief from dimensional and setback requirements. The owners are proposing a lot line adjustment to an existing lot to allow the existing driveway to be located only on their property. The design standards for these zoning districts state that the minimum lot width is 140 feet and the minimum lot area is 1 acre. The design standards for driveways state that no driveway shall be located closer than 5 feet to any property line, therefore, requiring Variances from Sections 18017.E. Design Requirements, 180-20.E. Design Requirements, and Section 180-29.C. on Driveways. The parcel I.D. No. is J3SW2-3-7-0516 and is located in both the General Commercial and Village Residential Zoning Districts. MICHAEL & JOANN LUTTE The Applicant/Owner requests to construct an accessory structure with the dimensions of 20-foot by 25-foot in the front yard area of the single family dwelling located at 4518 Maple Drive, Walnutport, PA 18088. The design standards for this residential district state that residential accessory structures are not permitted in the front yard, therefore, requiring a Variance from section 180-16.E. “Residential Accessory Uses Setbacks”. The parcel I.D. No. is J2-14-11A-3-0516 and is located in the Agriculture Rural Residential Zoning District. Meetings are open to the public and all interested parties are welcome to attend and will have an opportunity to be heard. Liz Gehman, Lehigh Township Zoning Officer (2/15 & 2/22)
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Board of Supervisors of Lehigh Township will hold a public meeting on the 13th day of March, 2018, at 7:00 PM, at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building located at 1069 Municipal Drive, Walnutport, Pa. 18088 for the purpose of enacting the following Ordinance which is summarized below. Copies of the complete text of the Ordinances are available at the Lehigh Township Municipal Building and The Home News and may be examined during regular business hours. AN ORDINANCE ENACTED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF LEHIGH TOWNSHIP, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA,AMENDING THE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE TO REMOVE WAREHOUSING AS A PERMITTED USE WITHIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL, GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONES AND ADDING A WAREHOUSE USE TO THE INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT AS A CONDITIONAL USE, AND ESTABLISHING ADDITIONAL WAREHOUSE CRITERIA AND ADDING TRAFFIC STUDY, TRUCK IDLING REQUIREMENTS AND SNOW PLOWING CRITERIA TO ALL ZONING DISTRICTS. All Ordinances or parts of Ordinances inconsistent with the act shall be repealed. Alice A. Rehrig, Manager (2/22 & 3/1) MOORE TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE HEARING/MEETING The regular monthy meeting of the Moore Township Zoning Hearing Board will be held on Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at 7 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Moore Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath PA., 18014. Specific items on the agenda include: 17-ZHB-693 Continued from a previous advertised meeting: The applicant(s), Stacey and Timothy Kellner of Pibbles Paws Safe Haven, applicant(s) of the property located at 3881 Pheasant Dr., Northampton, Moore Twp. Pa 18067 to conduct a Kennel Rescue. 18-ZHB-694 The applicant(s), Jeffrey and Nancy Deloglos, applicant(s) of the property located at 190 Becker Rd. Northampton, Moore Twp., Pa 18067 request the following relief: a special exception and/or variance to construct an Agricultural Storage Structure which will not meet current setback requirements. The section(s) of the ordinance cited for this application are as follows: 200-33 Nonconformities, 200-33C(1) (a)Nonconforming buildings or structures, 200-17G Minimum Yard Requirements, 200-31 Establishment of Future Right of Way Widths, as well as any other section in which relief may be needed upon review by the Board. The property, County PIN# K4-16-4-0520X contains approximately 54 acres and is zoned, Rural Agricultural (RA). Jason L. Harhart Zoning Officer Moore Township
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ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Rosalie M. Guida, late of the Township of Bushkill, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased. WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Emilio Guida, also known as Emilio Guido, Cerina A. Woehrle and Alice J. Godiska, Executors of the Estate of Rosalie M. Guida. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to Emilio Guida, a/k/a Emilio Guido, Cerina A. Woehrle and Alice J. Godiska c/o Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445 (2/22-3/8) ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Rose J. Baltz, late of the Township of Bethlehem, County of Northampton and State of Pennsylvania, deceased. WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate have been granted to Susan L. Reichel, Executrix of the Estate of Rose J. Baltz. All persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to Susan L. Reichel c/o Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, Pennsylvania, 18064 Alfred S. Pierce, Esquire Pierce & Steirer, LLC 124 Belvidere Street Nazareth, PA 18064 Attorneys for the Estate I.D. No. 21445
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Second grade 1953 - Bath Public School. Back row (left to right)- Teacher- Miss Helen Stemler, unknown, Richard Stermer, Robert Henning, William Bauer, Donald Eichoff, Charles Mease, Dale Hartzell, Richard Funk, Teacher- Mrs. Beatrice Hahn. Second row- Allen Heckman, Robert Reeser, Kenneth Kern, Diane Kist, Nancy Best, Patricia West, Lee Spanitz, unknown, Allen Borda. Third row- Bonnie Hahn, unknown, Brenda Hahn, Elaine Heffentrayer, Karen Haines, Connie Diehl, Sharon Bittenbender, Kay Saeger. Fourth row- Ralph Eberly, Sherwood Silfies, Charles McIlhaney, Gary Mooney, Paul Pokorny. Due to a combined classroom, some students of both second and third grade are pictured in the photograph.
Old Bath- Public School- Second Grade By Charles McIlhaney Jr. Our assigned teacher for second grade (1953) was Miss Helen Stemler. She was a frail little woman who walked with a limp due to a childhood injury. But, due to her ill health, we were mostly taught by Mrs. Beatrice Hahn that year. One cold, bleak and dreary winter day, our class was together Nazareth resident Page Graduates from 10 Basic training
reading a story about kids sleigh riding. It was our first class after walking home for lunch. I don’t remember if I had a hot meal that day; but suddenly, a warm, euphoric feeling came over me and my eyes began to close. Soon, it seemed as though I was on the hill ready to take a sled ride, when I heard a loud bang as if someone had slammed shut the classroom
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Lehigh Planners Recommend Subdivision Plan Approval For NASD tary school building. Art Swallow, of Arthur A. Swallow Associates, said that him and other representatives of the district were seeking a subdivision to divide 4.8 acres of the Ziegenfuss property. “We’re here tonight to divide the Ziegenfuss property,” Swallow said. “My company prepared a map with a 4.8-acre subdivision.” -nasdschools.org Both planners and representatives of Northampton Area The school district informed District made it clear that By JUSTIN SWEITZER that they were purchas- School Planners in Lehigh Township planners from Alton and Naomi their proposal before the planland was only for reconvened for the second time ing along Blue Mountain ning commission of the subdivision and in 2018 on Feb. 12 and recom- Ziegenfuss next to the current location approval Drive adline lot a for approval mended not a plan for the proposed new Lehigh Elementary School to justment minor subdivision plan of zone elementary school. construction new a provide Northamp“This plan is only a lot line adbeing sought by the for plans to build a new elementon Area School District.
justment plan,” Township Engineer Phil Malitsch said. Township planners and members alike still had questions about aspects relating to a new school building that could end up being built in the coming years. Planning Commission Vice Chairwoman Cindy Miller had questions about septic and water problems at the existing school, and asked how the school would take care of that. “How does the school plan to take care of that in the future?” she asked. Terry DeGroot, of Terraform Engineering, said the school
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By JUSTIN SWEITZER Allen Township Supervisors reviewed a road improvements schedule provided by the Rockefeller Group Development Corporation at their Jan. 23 meeting. The schedule provided the projected timeline that Rockefeller hopes to have improvements completed by before a FedEx warehouse opens up in the township. The group sent the township diagrams showing what off-site road improvements the corporation hopes to have finished by September 2018. According to Township Engineer Robert Cox, Rockefeller’s first deadline is July 10, 2018. He said the organization hopes to have improvements along the south end of Willowbrook Road
Cox said. “It’s imporand work on Race Street com- schedule,” tant to watch what’s going on pleted by that date. the township may Cox said Rockefeller also hopes here because get put in a position to have additional improvements ultimately road is not done, the near Schoenersville Road com- where the up to par and FedEx isn’t addiaccess with 10, pleted by August their building.” tional work set to be completed wants to occupy warned Rockefeller he said Cox by September 14. that it took them a year and a ----------------------half to finish a straight section of That’s a pretty road, and that now they’re striving to do more work in half the aggressive schedule. time. It’s important to watch “It looks like there’s going to be what’s going on here... issues here,” Cox said. Cox said that the township Robert Cox, should closely monitor the imTownship Engineer provements, checking in in both ----------------------mid-February and mid-March to Cox described Rockefeller’s track progress made on the road schedule as an “aggressive” one, improvements. noting that the township must monitor Rockefeller’s progress. on page 7 “That’s a pretty aggressive Continued
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Mako offers thoughts on Governor’s budget proposal Submitted by TRACY POLOVICK Rep. Zach Mako (R-Lehigh/ Northampton) issued the following statement in response to Gov. Tom Wolf ’s $33 billion budget proposal: “Last year was an eye-opening experience to the state budget process. After all of our hard work to eliminate a budget deficit and finalize a plan without any broad-based tax increases, it is disheartening to see the governor propose a budget that increases spending by $1 billion. We should be focused on keeping money in taxpayers’ pockets, not taking it away.
government, “Pennsylvania like you and I, must live within our means. Our families cannot sustain spending more than our paychecks allow. Likewise, Pennsylvania government must stop spending more than it generates. Taxes in this Commonwealth already are too onerous. We need to be focused on lower taxes, not adding taxes. “As we work through the budget process, I look forward to studying the governor’s plan in detail. I will continue to keep a sharp eye on our state’s spending habits. I remain committed to economic opportunity for all, educating our children for success,
making government more effective and efficient, and improving the safety and quality of life for our citizens. Our final budget must reflect these priorities and move Pennsylvania forward in order to be competitive nationally and globally.” The 183rd District includes South Whitehall (part), Washington and Whitehall (part) townships and Slatington Borough in Lehigh County. It also consists of Allen, Lehigh and Moore (part) townships, and North Catasauqua, Northampton and Walnutport boroughs in Northampton County.
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Originally published in 2006 I found this descrip tion of theran and Moore Township Reformed, is located in the 1920 on a hill the edition of History of Northamp- the surroun commands a view of ton County. There ding country. have been a The first church built few changes since 1920. of logs was erected It became a townsh Page 5 ip in 1765 its purpos in 1772 and served and it was proposed e until 1829 when to it “Penn” but the present name it was replaced by a stone Submitted by JOINT strucname was ture. The Page 5 HOMETOWN NEWS given in honor of log church was reJohn Moore, moved U.S. Air Force Airman 1st a representative in about six miles Class Jordan A. Kaintz graduthe Provincial from west Assembly in 1761-6 its former site and ated from basic military training 2. was at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackof the country is hilly The face used for religious worshi p. It land, San Antonio, Texas. and roll- was named ing, the soil being “Little Moore” and The airman completed an ineither tensive, eight-week program that or slate, but the culture gravel both churches have since been of cere- known included training in military disals has yielded fair cipline and studies, Air Force core returns of rye “Big by these names. In 1872, Moore” was remode and buckwheat. values, physical fitness, and basic led. The seating capacit warfare principles and skills. The first white y increas settlements to 800 Airmen who complete basic Page 6 were made betwee with a new 105-foot ed training also earn four credits n 1740 and steeple high 1750. Among these . toward an associate in applied science degree through the Com77th Year, Issue No. 7 One of the pastors habitants were Christi early in, Rev. Fredmunity College of the Air Force. an www.homenewspa.com Henry Diehl, Henry Miller, erick W. Mendsen, had a Kaintz is the son of Antonio S. career Shopp, that was Kaintz of Macungie and Andrea Jimmy Pasquariello Nichol excepti as onal. Heil, He started Nicholas Shall, to (right) of the Bath M. Miller of Nazareth. Emilio DeNisis (left) Social Hall present minister to the faithfu He is a 2017 graduate of s Fire Chief Peter Diehl and John Bauman. with a check for $1,000. 1810 serving the spiritua l in Vilseck High School, New York, –Home News photo A series of Indian l needs attacks USPS 248-700 N.Y. By KERI LINDENMUT of ten churches in killed many of the NorthampPage 6 H early settlers ton, the social hall’s board During the month Lehigh and mem- in 1756. The popula tion, how- bon countie , Monroe and Carough of Bath Counc ly Bor- bership. The generous ever, donatio il meetin had s. He n a steady preach g came from extra growth and by or ed three on Monday, Februa money four ry 5, the social Bath Social Hall hall’s entertainment in the 1770 it numbered 500. There travelin times on a Sunday, often presented the were also three gristmi g thirty to forty miles Events and membe fund. Bath Volunteer Fire to lls and rships are two sawmil Department how with a check for $1,000 the social hall acquire ls in operation in the meet his engagements. In over sa . Jimmy jority of 40 years in the ministr Pasquariello of the its funds. Over the ma- township. Bath Social the social years, formed 24,564 baptismy, he perHall gave the donatio There hall are has numer becom s, 9,412 ous small vil- confirm Chief Emilio DeNisi n to Fire for its many events for e known lages located in ations, 4,148 marria the . childre ges, townsh n, ip. 7,218 funeral such as the annual During a previou s and administered Dream Come Near the eastern line is Moore s council True bike - the Lord’s meeting, council run. stown, one of the and prettiest vil- casions Supper on 76,482 oc“You would be amazed ello discussed donatin Pasquari. The good Reverend [at] lages in Northampton County, died 77th Year, Issue No. the fire department g funds to what we do,” said Pasqua at Klecknersville on having a population riello. 6 August 5, www.hom The help the volunteer in order to of 200, a 1871. enewspa.com department ated funds are much appreci- school, hotel and two meet its budget. by stores. DeNisi and the entire Follow These are amazin West of the village g statistics meeting, Pasquariello ing the stands Sa- and can met with Continued on page lem or Big Moore be confirmed on page 3 Church. This 487, well-known union Volume II Histor church, Lu- Northa y mpton County 1920. of
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KRISTINE PORTER As part of the activities during Catholic Schools Week, Holy Family School in Nazareth is raising money for a Catholic school in Puerto Rico. Colegio La Piedad in Isla Verde, Puerto Rico was hit by Hurricane Maria in September. The hurricane tore off part of the school’s roof, which led to interior damage as well. The school’s principal said they have repaired the roof, but it was an unanticipated financial burden. Despite
the needs of the school, she was more concerned for four of their school’s families who lost everything. Even now, electricity is intermittent, she said. Holy Family School became aware of Colegio La Piedad through one of the school families. As a child, Randall Rodriguez was a student at the Catholic school. Now, he lives in the Lehigh Valley and his two sons attend Holy Family School. To date, the students of Holy Family School have raised $450 through a December fundraiser
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