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Olympic Boxing Coach Comes To Tell ‘A Storey’ by R. George Linton Four-time Irish Olympic Boxing Coach Gerry Storey, MBE, has spent a lifetime uniting kids on different sides of Belfast’s pernicious religious divide, ironically -- through fighting. Storey is head coach of Belfast’s Holy Family Boxing Club and has worked to help bridge the sectarian divide in Belfast, as he trains both Catholics and Protestants. Storey will bring his boxing club to Wildwood, N. J. to compete against Philadelphia’s famed Harrowgate Boxing Club on Thursday, Sep. 18. The international boxing club show will kick off Wildwood’s annual Irish Weekend festivities. The Irish team will spend the week prior to the fights in Philadelphia putting the finishing touches on their fight preparations and will receive an official welcoming in South Philadelphia. As well as the bout in Wildwood, Storey’s team will also be hosted South Philly style! The Joe Howlett, Jr. Saints New Year’s Brigade will host an (Cont. page 2)
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FOUNDER of Peace Not Guns, Kenyatta Johnson, pictured here at last years Basketball Tourney between Police and Public at Chew Playground. Johnson will host 3rd annual event at Chew Playground, 19th and Ellsworth Street, on Saturday.
swoop of all-star Elton Brand, the biggest basketball story of the summer will be taking place this weekend in Point Breeze. Law-enforcement officials will don their best long baggies and sweats as they go head to head against street basketball players in the district. Peace Not Guns & the Point Breeze Youth Development Basketball League will host the 3rd Annual Law Enforcement Basketball Tournament. The fun matchup is a move to increase community and police relations through promoting violence prevention and peace among the youth, according to its founder Kenyatta Johnson. “A solid relationship between the community and law enforcement is essential to stemming the violence plaguing our streets,” said John(Cont. Page 2)
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For Beau South-Philabundance! Race Community Unites To Raise $ For Slain Resident
STATE REP. Bill Keller, right, took a tour through the offices and warehouse at the Philabundance headquarters, 3600 Galloway Street. In fiscal 2007, they distributed 24 million pounds of food. Guiding Keller on the tour is Executive Director William Clark.
A South Philadelphia resident will run a marathon later this fall in honor of a man he never actually had the pleasure to meet. Andrew Shanks will run the Marine Corps 27-mile slog on Oct. 26 in Washington, D.C. The young Philadelphian says he will represent all victims of crime, the city of Philadelphia, and the heroic life of Beau Zabel. Shanks is moving into Zabel’s old room in South Philadelphia. Zabel left his room empty last summer after he became the 139th murder victim in Philadelphia’s bloody 2007. Zabel, a former school … Beau Zabel tragically killed (Cont. Page 2) in June last year for his iPod.
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(Cont. From Page 1) son, Founder of Peace Not Guns. “This event will help strengthen those relations in a fun and positive way.” The Tournament will be held on Saturday, Aug. 2 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Chew Playground, located at 19th & Ellsworth Streets. The tournament will consist of youth from the Point Breeze community playing members of the Guardian Civic League of the Philadelphia Police Dept. The event will also consist
of a 3-point shoot out and slam dunk contest. Judges of the contest will be Traffic Court Judge Willie Singletary, Sharif Street, Esq., and State Representative candidate, Vanessa Brown. “Our youth must work together to ensure the streets of this community remain violence free,” added Johnson. “It is the goal of Peace Not Guns to eliminate the use of guns and violence among the youth through education, mentoring, and community partnerships.”
(Cont. From Page 1) teacher, was one of 392 slain victims last year. Beau's life was cut tragically short after a late-night walk home from Starbucks at 4th & South Streets, which ended in a fatal robbery that cost him his iPod and his life on cool Jun. 15 night. Since then South Philadelphia’s citizens have rallied, and others throughout the city of Philadelphia have tried to raise awareness of
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(Cont. From page 1) welcome ceremony for the Irish boxers, complete with Mummers, Irish bagpipers, and City dignitaries. Even amid the worst sectarian violence, a small boxing club in Belfast, Northern Ireland has been an oasis of peace. The boxing gym has stood as a lone heaven from the bombs and the bullets that dominated the streets outside. In a troubled 2nd treacherous area, where you once couldn’t walk down certain streets if you had the wrong religion, Storey created a little sanctuary. Ireland’s most famous boxer, former Featherweight Champion Barry McGuigan, says Storey not only teaches his kids boxing, but gives them an education in life. Many kids who came to Gerry could have been potential terrorists. But Gerry has been able to channel their aggression in a very positive way, by using their fists in the ring rather than firearms out of it.
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Beau's life and ambitions. “We have united together to create a reward fund, a neighborhood crime watch, a unification of community, and a nationwide search for answers,” wrote Meg Guerreiro. “These efforts have inspired the nonprofit organization Witness Justice to become involved.” Kathleen O'Hara, who works on behalf of victims, was outraged by Beau's murder and wrote an op-ed piece for the Inquirer on Jun. 19, 2008. She is a board member of Witness Justice, a national organization committed to victims' rights. Every year, Witness Justice sends a "Team Heal Trauma" to the
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R EP. A NGEL C RUZ LEGENDARY IRISH boxing trainer Gerry Storey, left, is pictured here with Penna. Veterans Boxing Board member Fred Druding, Jr., and his son Sammy Storey. The Storey’s will bring their Belfast Boxing Club to US for an international boxing club at summer’s end.
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Vanessa Brown, center, was hosted Primary victory party for State Representative race in the 190th Dist. and received a birthday surprise on the same night. Champagne and cake were had by all at Evolve Strategies in Center City. Evolve staff Anthony Ingargiola and founder Rob Stuart join State Rep. Babette Josephs and Kenyatta Johnson here.
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Non-Violence Takes To Ogontz Avenue
MT. AIRY Church of God in Christ hosted festival to bring message of peace to N. Phila. last month.
BRINGING message of pride and hope to Ogontz Avenue, police drill team supports community anti-violence message.
BRAVING fierce summer heat, youngsters march a mile through W. Oak Lane to call attention to their dream of peace.
MOTHERS IN CHARGE backed march which was also supported by State Rep. Dwight Evans.
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In an impressive show of bipartisan policymaking, Govs. Ed Rendell of Pennsylvania and Arnold Schwarzenegger of California have joined a chorus of other public officials to urge both parties to address our decaying infrastructure. It is a particular problem for Americans, perhaps. We easily get psyched for glamorous brand-new projects – a new highway, a new university, a space station – yet we pay very little attention to maintenance and replacement. But everything wears out eventually. America’s infrastructure is in worse shape than that of many other developed nations and we must start addressing its needs today. Let’s begin by agreeing on two facts, Republicans and Democrats alike. First, this is government work. Bridges and water mains are built by governments and fixed by governments. It’s fashionable to belittle government planning these days. But since the dawn of our republic, that’s how the bulk of this work has been done. Secondly, fixing our infrastructure must involve taxation, at least in part. The only alternative is to borrow the money, from the Chinese or from our own grandchildren. That’s not a responsible approach. It is right to pay out money for an important public return.
Another Opinion Pre-K Choices school year to cover 11,100 children – that’s $6,750 per child. In contrast, the Pre-K EITC program has provided approximately 10,935 scholarships since 2004-05 for a cost of only $15 million – that’s $1,370 per child, or roughly 20% of the cost of universal pre-K. Under the “Pre-K Counts” program, taxpayers and school district homeowners are responsible for paying the $75 million per year to make the program happen. Under the Pre-K EITC system, money for scholarships is donated voluntarily by businesses all over the state. An even more sinister aspect of the “Pre-K Counts” program is the fact it would severely limit the types of providers. Currently, the majority of pre-K providers where parents are sending their children are religiously affiliated. Under the “Pre-K Counts” program, only non-religious pre-K providers will be able to participate. Therefore, in order for a pre-K school to participate in the program and receive the substantial state funding, they must give up being religious.
Jul. 31- State Sen. Mike Stack’s annual Summer Bash at Chickie’s & Pete’s, 11000 Roosevelt Blvd., 6-9 p.m. Tickets $40. Call Wendy Montell (215) 840-1098. Aug. 1- Judge Jimmy Lynn’s 1st Friday Luncheon at 12:30 p.m. at Vesper Club, 223 S. Sydenham St., 12:30 p.m. For info (215) 735-7810. Aug. 2- Transport Workers Union Local 234 throws members party at Laguna Kahuna, Clementon Pk. Splash World, 144 Berlin Rd., Clementon, N.J., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. $22 ticket includes unlimited food and rides (children under 36” free). For info call (215) 972-4140. Aug. 2GermantownLehigh Community Day & Sidewalk Sales hosted by State Rep. Curtis Thomas
and Handy White CDC on 2500-2800 blocks Germantown Ave., 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Free food. Aug. 2- State Rep. Rosita C. Youngblood and YMCA of Germantown’s Community Resource Fair and BBQ at Nicetown Park, 4300 block of Germantown Ave., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 2- Pt. Breeze CDC sponsors Peace in the Park Sound of Music Festival at Chew Playground, 19th & Washington Ave., 3-9 p.m. For info call Claudia (215) 334-4430. Aug. 9- Doo Wop Philadelphia Festival raising funds for Philadelphia Veterans Multi-Service & Education Ctr. at Penn’s Landing Great Plaza, 1-7 p.m. For info call Trish Burke (215) 923-2600, ext. 34. Aug. 9- State Rep. Ron Waters’ Village Family Reunion at Frances Myers Rec Ctr., 58th & Kingsessing, 12 m.-8 p.m. Free family fun with zone for children. For information call (215) 748-6712. Vendors should inquire.
Aug. 13- Committee to ReElect John Taylor Beach Ball Bash, Lighthouse Pointe Restaurant, Wildwood, N.J., 2-6 p.m. For information call (215) 5452244. Aug. 16- Travel with Democratic 47th Ward Leader George Brooks to Baltimore Crab Fest. Buses board at Progress Plaza, 7 a.m. All you can eat crabs, lobsters, shrimp, open bar and entertainment. Tickets $125. For info (215) 235-2235 or (267) 235-3334. Aug. 19- Stu Bykofsky Candidates Comedy Night at Finnigan’s Wake, 3rd & Spring Garden Sts., 7 p.m. Tickets $100. Featured Congressmen Bob Brady and Pat Murphy, Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz, State Sen. Vincent Fumo, other politicos. For tickets write Variety, c/o Ellen Ganley, 2nd floor, 1520 Locust St., Philadelphia, PA 19102 or call (215) 735-0803. Aug. 24- Billy Meehan’s 24th annual Clambake at Canstatter Volksfest Verein, 9130 Academy Rd., 4-8
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by Andrew T. LeFevre Last year, Gov. Ed Rendell resurrected his failed earlier calls for universal pre-K when his $75 million “Pre-K Counts” program was added to the final 2007-08 budget. It’s less than a year later and the Governor is already calling for $12.6 million more for this new program. While the goal of gaining preschool coverage is a laudable one, universal pre-K is not the answer. “Pre-K Counts” created a new costly, one-size-fitsall, government-run preschool system that is detrimental to children, families and taxpayers. Pennsylvania already has an innovative and proven pre-K support system in place – the Pre-K Educational Improvement Tax Credit program. What’s more, the Pre-K EITC program keeps decision making solely with those who know what’s best for their children – parents. “Pre-K Counts” is the beginning of another costly government-run program that leaves taxpayers holding the bill. “Pre-K Counts” cost taxpayers $75 million this current
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OVER 150 families recently attended the first-ever Nile Swim Club Family Reunion. The community-wide event is among several planned over the next few months to drive membership and kick off the 50th anniversary and redevelopment of the facility. V E N D O R S throughout Delaware Valley participated at first-ever Nile Swim Club Family Reunion, where they sold various food delicacies, crafts and apparel. NILE SWIM Club Board Members, founders and administration enjoy festivities of first-ever Nile Swim Club communitywide Family Reunion. This event is among many membership-building and communityunifying events scheduled to kick off 50th anniversary and redevelopment of facility. From left ARE Robert Mask, founding member; Audrey Harris, board member; Thomas Gary, president and founding member; and Kathy Jordan, club secretary. NILE SWIM Club Events Committee members see their hard work pay off at recent Nile Swim Club Family Reunion, where over 150 families were hosted at club's facilities. Attendees enjoyed swimming, games, vendors, raffle prizes and face painting. From left are George Moody, Doris Moody, Princess Foster, Tiffany Jackson, Monique Rawls, Kathy Jordan, Audrey Harris and Laurette Miller.
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Wanna know the best piece of advice that I ever got as a journalist? Always carry a tape recorder. I got that tip from NBC-10’s Edie Huggins when I was a young reporter working for the Philadelphia Tribune. She was being honored as “Communicator of the Year” by the Philadelphia Chapter of the American Women in Radio and Television and I had been sent to cover the story. As I was interviewing her, taking furious notes and trying to keep up and quote her accurately, Huggins stopped the interview and asked me, “Where’s your tape recorder?” When I responded that I didn’t have one, she went on to tell me why it would be in my best interest to have a tape recorder and I’d better have one the next time she saw me on an assignment. Because she had been on television since I was two and had forgotten more about journalism than I had learned yet, I took her advice. After that, I made sure every time I saw her, Miss Edie saw my tape recorder. I also made sure she knew I also had extra batteries and extra tapes so I wouldn’t get caught off guard. On Tuesday, Edie Huggins passed away after a long illness. It was a piece of bad news many of us knew was coming because the word was she was sick and her prognosis wasn’t good. (Cont. Page 26)
Snooper’s Scratch Sheet: Good news for us here in Philadelphia. Please scratch the name of The President Judge, C. DARNELL JONES, off the list of the upcoming District Attorney’s Race. Yes, he has been NOMINATED for a Federal Judgeship by The President and it looks like he won’t have any problems. The Judge looks like he’ll pass, and Philadelphia will have another Judge on The Federal Bench. Now The Board of Judges - CP Court will get together to elect them another President Judge. Hey, may we suggest the name of Hon. Frederica Massiah-Jackson! Hey, here are a few names who are interested: Hon. Judges Mark Bernstein, Emmett Rizzo, John Younge, Kevin Dougherty and ‘the favorite’, Hon. Pamela Pryor Dembe. We can’t wait for it. Snooper’s Special Request: To all you GANGBANGERS: Hey, I came up with a great idea for ALL of you, since it seems you all want to kill one another, and eventually yourself too. Why not sign up for DONOR CARDS? This makes sense; after all, you’ll then make your life worthwhile. Yes, you could actually SAVE A LIFE by doing it. Think about it. Too many of your lives are being wasted, but you can do something with yours. Do this and I can tell all of you, YOU WOULD HAVE DIED FOR SOMETHING. Snooper’s SUPER EVENT: This is one we know is A (Cont. Page 26)
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Well, it appears lately there is a lot of openings occurring for various reasons, in different courts. With the recent announcement by PRESIDENT GEORGE W. BUSH of the nomination of Philly Common Pleas PRESIDENT JUDGE C. DARNELL JONES; with the recent elevation of C.P. JUDGE JANE CUTLER GREENSPAN; with the unfortunate removal of Municipal Court JUDGE DEBBIE GRIFFIN; with Traffic Court JUDGE WILLIE SINGLETARY facing serious ethical violations and possible removal; plus just the plain old openings that occur with attrition, it is a robust time for wannabes and, of course, those famous judicial election consultants. With these openings will come some probable Gubernatorial appointments, and a few of them should go to the Elephants. Like Santa Claus, BIG MIKE MEEHAN will be checking his list, as will BIG BOB BRADY. Both of them probably wish there had never occurred an opening, considering the migraine it causes them. With Jones getting a Federal appointment this will make (Cont. Page 26)
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BOB BRADY had another successful outing of the “Brady Bunch at the Beach.” This time it was held at Keenan’s, a celebrated watering spot in North Wildwood. It was wall-towall people. The venue was nice. It had a nice outdoor area which was used by many of the guests. Among those in attendance were Municipal Court JUDGE TOM GEHERT; STATE SEN. MIKE STACK; chief counsel for the licensing boards in Harrisburg PETE MARKS; the Ward Leader in the 56th Ward, JOHN SABATINA; the ward leader in the 66th Ward, MIKE McALEER; and candidate for Common Pleas for judge ADAM BELOFF. It was, as usual, a nice social affair with lots of laughter and loud conversations. BRENDAN BOYLE continues to campaign industriously. He is out five nights a week ringing doorbells. His opponent MATT TAUBENBERGER is already on television. This promises to be a spirited campaign, since the retiring incumbent has been working hard to get a Republican successor for his seat. COUNCILMAN JIM KENNEY had a very nice fundraiser for his many charitable interests, also in North Wildwood. There is an old cliché: “hoist by his own petard.” It basically means to fall into your own trap when you lay a trap for your opponent. In this case it is a good definition of Presidential candidate JOHN McCAIN. He taunted BARACK OBAMA for his lack of experience in dealing with war and with world leaders. As a consequence, Obama was forced to arrange to meet with the leaders in Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Germany, France and England. By all newspaper accounts, it was a successful tour, capped by the President of Iraq stating he preferred a fixed withdrawal schedule for American troops from Iraq, which is what Obama has been using in his Presidential campaign. Some thought McCain’s response of arranging at the same time speaking engagements in American towns bearing European names like Berlin and London was not Presidential and not helpful to his campaign.
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Yo! Here we go again with another contribution from 9th Street Nanny, that she calls ‘Mom on Money.’ It has a lot of good advice and we can learn from it. Ready? Here we go: When I was a little girl, my Mother gave me a piggy bank to save my pennies and so I did and the pennies added into dollars that paid for my college. I majored in finance and accounting and I was amazed: what my Mom taught me about money is written in every accounting book; she didn’t know how financially smart she really was. As a matter of fact, there is a whole profession called “Personal Financial Advisors” that charge a lot of money for what my Mom knew back in the 1950s. Here are some original “Mom on Money” sayings, compared to those expensive “Personal Financial Advisors”. Have a systematic financial savings plan: Save part of your pay every week / Diversify. Pennies go in the piggy bank, nickels and dimes and quarters go into the empty pickle jar and dollar bills go into the coffee can. The coffee can was a great place to save dollar bills because no one could see into it. / Don’t refinance your personal residence. Try to get the cheapest interest rate for your home the first time. / Buying big ticket items on credit. If you don’t have the money, then don’t buy it. / Don’t invest in a vacation home. If you don’t have the money for your first house, than why would you buy a 2nd house? Take your vacation on the front steps. Don’t buy a car on credit. Walk and walk some more; take the bus. / Should you venture in the stock market? The stock market is for “Big Shots.” What, are you crazy? Keep your money where you can put your hands on it. / Let your money work for you. Your money doesn’t work for you, you work for your money. Go get a job! Go get a second job! / Buy a bond? You don’t buy a bond, you pay bond – like when your Uncle got arrested for stealing money. He stole money because he didn’t have a job. Get a job and you might never have to pay a bond! / To buy discounted investments. Do your shopping at the discount stores. (Cont. Page 26)
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Controlling Blood Pressure Keeps Hearts A-Ticking High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects nearly one in three adults in the United States. Dubbed the “silent killer” because of its lack of outward symptoms, high blood pressure can begin during childhood and lead to serious
complications later in life, including heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure. But with regular doctor visits and important lifestyle changes, blood pressure can be kept under control and serious complications can be avoided. Blood pressure is an essen-
by Michael A. Cataldo, Esq. American Bankruptcy Board Certified Question: Do I have to have a certain amount of debt to file? Answer: No. However, some situations may not warrant filing for bankruptcy. If your financial situation is temporary, you may consider making arrangements with individual creditors for a change in payment amounts or a reduction in the total amount due. You can try to settle for a lump sum lesser amount.
If an individual has little in the way of property or money, filing bankruptcy may not be necessary, as the creditor may not be able to collect the debt. However, the creditor can still sue you and get a judgment against you, which could hinder you from purchasing real-estate property or getting a loan later on. Next week’s question: Does my divorce decree protect me from creditors if my ex-spouse filed for bankruptcy?
tial part of the circulatory system, helping blood to move through the body, bringing oxygen and nutrients to vital organs. High blood pressure can put stress on the system and cause major health problems. Blood pressure is broken down into two readings. The first reading is the pressure when the heart is beating. This is called the systolic pressure. The second reading is the pressure between beats, when the heart is at rest. This is called the diastolic pressure. A healthy blood pressure reading for an adult should be less than 120 mm
MEDICAL RECORD systolic pressure and less than 80 mm diastolic pressure (120/80 mm) or as doctors will say, “120 over 80.” High blood pressure does not have to lead to serious complications. If you have high blood pressure, your doctor can recommend healthy habits to keep your condition under control. Tips for keeping blood pressure down: • Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy weight; • Have a low-salt, low-fat diet; • Eat plenty of fruits, veg(Cont. Page 26)
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Senior Property Rebate Extended State Rep. Harold James announced that the deadline to apply for Pennsylvania's Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program has been extended to Dec. 31. To be eligible for the program, residents must be 65 or older, a widow or widower 50 or older, or 18 or older with a permanent disability. Based on the property taxes or rent they paid in 2007, eligible Pennsylvanians can receive rebates of up to $650. To qualify, household income for homeowners cannot exceed $35,000; the income limit is $15,000 for renters. Applicants may exclude half of their Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, or federal railroad retirement Tier I benefits when determining eligibility, which allows some people with higher incomes to still qualify. This year, qualifying seniors may receive an even larger rebate. Senior citizen homeowners in Philadelphia who are eligible for the program and whose income is less than $30,000 will receive an additional 50 percent rebate. These seniors may qualify for a property tax rebate of up to $975. The state will begin mailing out rebate checks after
Movie Shoot At Pop’s Water Ice This Friday Local independent filmmaker Nick Lanciano will be shooting scenes for his movie 9th & Bay this Friday night at Pop’s Water Ice on Oregon Avenue from 11 p.m. to 2 or 3 a.m. For more information, please contact Lanciano at (215) 416-8074, or contact his website for more movie details at: www.lancianoproductions.com.
Jul. 1, and any claims received after Jun. 30 will be distributed as they are received and approved. Recipients also have the option of having their rebate deposited directly into their checking or savings account. Residents should call the Department of Revenue's FACT and Information Line at 1-888-PATAXES (1-888728-2937) after Jul. 1 to check the status of a claim, though touch-tone telephone service is required. Callers will need their Social Security number and the amount of their rebate. People without touch-tone telephone service should call 1-888-222-9190 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. for assistance. For more information or for help applying for the pro-
gram, residents should contact James' constituent service office at 1440 Point Breeze Ave., Philadelphia,
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Union Picket At Broad & Wolf
UNION Members from Plasterers local Union 8 picket outside of construction at Broad & Wolf Streets, after three workers jumped the picket line to work at site. Plasterers are on strike. Chris Mulloy, Steve Rabb, John Morlino, and Dave Linsalata show their displeasure at the workers on site. The former funeral home site will be turned into a Wachovia Bank this year.
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Letters • Letters • Letters Luigi Fans! Dear Editor: I just wanted to say that Luigi’s article this past week in the Public Record was really nice. You made a summary of the Italian Heritage events at the Jul. 12 Phillies game sound really great to some people who were not there. My family and I have enjoyed your articles and the paper also. I know my Mom gets the paper regularly when she finds it. We usually get the paper at the Donatucci Library or P & S. Thank you for writing the articles and thanks for the continued publication of the paper. Phyllis Ann Schiavone-Gatto University City
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Dear Editor: I would just like to say to tell how excited I am each week when I read the tales of Luigi. I remember having a very similar vehicle back in the ‘80s myself and my kids wouldn’t believe the stories I told them or that anybody else would drive such a car. Now,
thanks to Luigi’s tales, I can prove I’m not the only one who used to drive a small car around town. I love his stories. Keep up the good work. Lou Cerrone 19th & Snyder
Dear Editor: We saw Luigi at the Phillies game the other week. We thought it was hilarious when the Phillie Phanatic tried to get inside his car! It was also great when the crowd started chanting Luigi’s name!!! Luigi should be at every Phillies home game! Jason & Shana McCarron 8th & Mifflin
Gardener’s Delight Dear Editor: I thoroughly enjoyed Maria Merlino's column about her long-awaited garden, in the Jul. 10 edition of the Public Record. I can understand her obsession and her total excitement about its first fruits. Yes, I know how great it is to eat food fresh from the garden, even though I didn't have a
hand in it at all! My husband and daughter and I just finished eating from the raspberry canes my fatherin-law planted years ago. I know he's smiling down from heaven on us every time we emerge with red-stained fingers and big smiles on our faces. Gardening is indeed a pleasure. Thank you, Ms. Merlino, for sharing your experience with us. Laura Maurer Girard Estates
Southwark Deserves Civic Dear Editor: I am was very pleased to read about the new civic group in Southwark(Southwark Finds a Voice-Jul. 17. I believe that two civic organizations can only be for the betterment of the neighborhood. Why can’t they just work with each other? I will be at their next meeting.thanks for the information. John Gaston 9th and Dickinson
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CitiLife Today’s history, music, moving and more arrive with August by Ruth R. Russell History was always one of my favorite subjects. I enjoyed learning about ancient Greece, Rome and Egypt, the European countries, the Near and Far East, Latin America and, of course, the USA. The events were fascinating but so were the leaders of the various time periods. (I was fortunate to have teachers who breathed life into headline-making men and women.) This is one of the reasons the National Constitution Center (NCC) is such a popular place. Exploring a document as important as the U. S. Constitution could be deadly dull. Instead, it is a lively adventure for kids and adults. For instance, right now the NCC, at 525 Arch St., is presenting ‘Sizzling Summer Celebrations’ on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to the end of August. Visitors make crafts, play games from different time periods and learn how people lived. This coming month the emphasis will be on presidential campaigns and kids will be able to make their own posters and buttons, design presidential seals and stop in the Presidential Pitching Cage and practice throwing out the first pitch as US president. These activities are free with museum admission. Also, still featured are the moving drama, Independence Rising, the popular exhibit, ‘The Story of We the People,’ and Signers’ Hall. Your pre-teens will be surprised to find themselves as tall or nearly as tall as these patriots. To learn more, call 215-409-6600 or visit www.constitutioncenter.org. Tribute to Billy Joel Outdoor concerts are still going strong at Pennypack Park Music Festival, in Northeast Philadelphia. 52nd Street will present ‘A Tribute to Billy Joel,’ sponsored by the Philadelphia Federal Credit Union, on Wednesday, August 6. Music begins
Ruth Russell at 7 p.m. and runs to 9:30 (unless specified), and admission is free. Be sure to bring a folding chair or blanket to sit upon. Sponsors include the Fairmount Park Commission, Philadelphia Recreation Department, Comcast, PECO, Sen. Mike Stack and Commerce Bank. New sponsors are always welcome and fundraising for the series is ongoing. For location and directions, visit www.pennypackpark.com Summer Sorcery If you are a lover of magic as I am, and have kids or grandkids, you have a perfect excuse to see a magician in action at the Keswick Theatre, Easton Rd. and Keswick Ave., on Tuesday, August 5, at 10:30 a.m. or 1:15 p.m. This is the 2008 edition of the Summer Sorcery Magic Show, and tickets to individual shows are just $7.50 but there are also special prices for grandparents with kids and group rates. To learn more, call 215-572-7650 or visit www.keswicktheatre.com. At Please Touch First Wednesdays will conclude at Please Touch Museum, 210 N. 21st St., on August 6. Sponsored by Target, these “late play dates” have been running from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesdays, with an admission fee of just $2, to give families extra time to enjoy the museum exhibits and programs at a reduced price. Also, the Please Touch Playhouse is presenting The Moving Show, under the auspices of the Virginia & Harvey Kimmel Arts-Ed-
ucation Fund, weekdays at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., weekends at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., until September 1. The play stars Pinky, a puppet actor who shares his concerns about moving because Please Touch will move this fall to Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park. For more information, call 215-9630667 or you can visit www.pleasetouchmuseum.org. Films for free ‘Make It a Film Night’ continues as South Street Headhouse District and Society Hill Dance Academy show Castaway on Wednesday, August 6, and Mutiny on
the Bounty (with Marlon Brando) on Wednesday, August 13. Dance lessons are at 6:15, the film at 7. Bring your own chair. To find out what’s next, visit www.southstreet.com. ‘Screenings Under the Stars’ at the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing includes The Mummy Returns on Thursday, July 31, and Along Came Polly on Thursday, August 7. Movies start at dusk after family activities beforehand. For a schedule, visit www.pennslandingcorp.com. Princess & Racer Dodge Caravan Peanut Butter & Jams will welcome
Princess Katie & Racer Steve to World Café Live, 3025 Walnut St., on Saturday, August 2. The show starts at 11:30 a.m.; doors open at 11. These New York City kiddie rockers bring pop, country, rock and dance music to youngsters with “a message that hasn’t lost its cool.” Admission is charged. To learn more, call 215-2221400 or you can visit www.worldcafelive.com. Exploring Asia A family gallery tour (for parents and youngsters ages 6-10) will take place on Sunday, August 3, at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., at the Philadelphia Museum
of Art, 26th Street and the Parkway. Families will be led on a guided tour, called Asian Adventure, and discover works of art from that part of the world. ‘Sameday walkup’ tickets, obtained at the Visitors Service Desk, are needed and space is limited. Also that day is Early Bird Read and Look (for ages 3-5), with the theme of To Market! To Market! at 10:15 a.m. For more information about family programs, call 215-235-7469 or visit www.philamuseum.org. Email news for CitiLife columsn to Ruth R. Russell at ruth@phillyrecord.com.
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CitiLife by Len Lear Some things in life have always been a mystery to me, like why so many people seem to care about the personal lives of no-talent celebrities like Paris Hilton and Britney Spears, why so many people go to see atrocious movies filled with nothing but violence and special effects, and why so many people sit outdoors eating food at downtown restaurants, even though their lungs are being assaulted by the choking exhaust from passing cars and buses. I mention the latter point because for many years we would see lots of people eating at tables outside of Chaucer’s Tabard Inn, 1946 Lombard St., despite the horrific pollution from an endless parade of buses and other vehicles down both 20th and Lombard Streets. On the
other hand, we did have a soft spot in our hearts for Chaucer’s because for 13 years we had a sweet, beautiful West Highland Terrier named Chaucer in our home. He was named, as was the restaurant, for Geoffrey Chaucer (1340-1400), author of The Canterbury Tales, which caused countless high school juniors to have to repeat their 11th grade English courses in summer school. (Chaucer was also the first author ever to achieve success writing in English; prior to Chaucer, every Western European writer to achieve fame wrote in Latin or Greek.) In any event, Chaucer’s Tabard Inn recently closed, is now undergoing renovation and will reopen some time in September (the exact date is not known yet) as Pub & Kitchen. Entrepreneur-owner Dan Clark insists the new
restaurant will offer a wide selection of wine, beer and cocktails and classic pub fare, all at affordable prices. (Glasses of wine, for example, will be between $6 and $9, and the highest entree price will be $24.) “We want to be inexpensive enough,” he explained, “so that our guests will join us as often as possible, and we will serve a late-night menu until 1 a.m.” Managing partner Ed Hackett will be recognized by many foodies from his previous stints with Daniel Stern, Stephen Starr and Neil Stein, and chef Jonathan McDonald, who was named “Chef of the Year” in 2007 by Philadelphia magazine, has cooked in local kitchens like Gilt, Snackbar, Brasserie Perrier and Marigold Kitchen. According to McDonald, some of the menu offerings will be: fresh east and west
Len Lear coast oysters, a selection of which will rotate daily; a beer-battered filet of hake with house-made fries and lemon aioli; roasted striped bass with apple potato cakes and a cider broth; bangers and mash with mustard green beans; and a domestic cheese plate served with house-made condiments such as Guinness caramel. Pub & Kitchen will serve dinner only, seven days a
week. For more information, visit www.thepubandkitchen.com. A local harvest During the week from August 4 to 10 at World Café Live, 3025 Walnut St., executive chef Matthew Babbage will be offering a menu using all local ingredients. For example, tomatoes and sweet corn will be coming in from New Jersey; mixed greens from Lancaster County; sharp cheddar cheese from Winfield, Pennsylvania, with no additives or preservatives and aged 60 days; Amish dairy cream; fresh pasta made daily in South Philadelphia; brown eggs from Crawford County and blueberry cobbler from Hammonton, New Jersey. For more information, call 215-222-1400 or visit www.worldcafelive.com. Marigold blooms for $30 Marigold Kitchen, a
BYOB at 501 S. 45th St. in University City, which has pretty much received unanimous critical raves over the years, has a new executive chef, Erin O’Shea. She has replaced Michael Solomonov, who left to open Zahav, the Israeli/Middle Eastern restaurant that opened recently in the Society Hill Towers, across the street from the Ritz movie theaters. In an attempt to convince admirers of Solomonov that the food quality has not diminished, Erin is extending the University City Dining Days menu, which ends this week for other participating area restaurants, to August 10. Until then you can get a complete three-course meal for $30 and bring your own wine or beer. To learn more,, call 215-222-3699 or visit www.marigoldkitchenbyob.com.
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City well represented at PA Trial Judges Conference Many judges from Philadelphia attended the annual meeting of the Pennsylvania Conference of State Trial Judges in Hershey, PA, July 17-20. Officers were elected,
awards given and numerous educational programs presented. Among the new Conference leaders is Hon. Arnold New, from Philadelphia, who moves up to first vice president from
second vice president. The election of executive committee members from Zones (areas) across the state were announced. Among those elected were Hon. Lillian Ransom, Hon. Shelley Robins New, Hon. Rosalyn Robinson and Hon. Tom Gehret, from Philadelphia, for
Administrative Judge D. Webster Keogh (left), Chief Justice Ronald D. Castille (center) and Judge Charles J. Cunningham III.
Judge Rosalyn K. Robinson (left) and her husband, Warren B. English, with Judge M. Teresa Sarmina.
Judge Sandy L. V. Byrd (left), Julia A. Conover, wife of Judge Albert John Snite Jr., Judge Snite and Judge Gregory E. Smith (right).
Conference parliamentarian Judge Edward E. Russell and his wife, Public Record’s CitiLife editor, Ruth R. Russell
Superior Court Judge James J. Fitzgerald III and his wife, Carol.
Judge Gary F. Divito (left), Supervising Judge Esther R. Sylvester and Judge William J. Manfredi.
Zone One. The President’s Award was presented by Hon. Norman Krumenacker, Conference president, to Andrew Susko, Esq. past president of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, for his efforts on behalf of judges running for retention last year throughout the state. Subjects at educational sessions included Court Security, Street Drug Problems, Land Use Issues, Current Economic Conditions and Domestic Violence & Assault Cases. Supreme Court Justice Ron Castille addressed the Conference Opening. Judges attending from Philadelphia included Hon. Jacqueline F. Allen, Hon. Daniel Anders, Hon. Gwendolyn M. Bright, Hon. Joan A. Brown, Hon. Ann M. Butchart, Hon. Sandy L. V. Byrd, Hon. Linda A. Carpenter, Hon. Matthew D. Carrafiello, Hon. Ellen Ceisler, Hon. Denis P. Cohen, Hon. Charles J. Cunningham III, Hon. Teresa Carr
Newly elected executive committee member, Judge Shelley Robins-New, and her husband, newly elected first vice president Arnold L. New.
Deni, Hon. Alfred J. DiBona Jr., Hon. Ramy I. Djerassi, Hon. Kevin M. Dougherty, Hon. Alice Dubow, Hon. Lori Dumas Brooks, Hon. Michael Erdos, Hon. Holly J. Ford, Hon. Idee C. Fox, Hon. Brenda Frazier-Clemons, Hon. Glynnis D. Hill, Hon. Elizabeth Jackson, Hon. Joel S. Johnson, Hon. Harold M. Kane, Hon. D. Webster Keogh, Hon. Gerard A. Kosinski, Hon. Marlene F. Lachman, Hon. Anne E. Lazarus, Hon. Eugene E. J. Maier, Also, Hon. Robert J. Matthews, Hon. Patricia McInerney, Hon. Margaret T. Murphy, Hon. Arnold L. New, Hon. John J. O’Grady Jr., Hon.
Joseph D. O’Keefe, Hon. Walter J. Olszewski, Hon. George W. Overton, Hon. Paul P. Panepinto, Hon. Paula A. Patrick, Hon. Doris A. Pechkurow, Hon. Niza I. Quinones Alejandro, Hon. Lillian Harris Ransom, Hon. Lisa M. Rau, Hon. Robert J. Rebstock, Hon. Annette M. Rizzo, Hon. Shelley Robins-New, Hon. Rosalyn K. Robinson, Hon. Edward E. Russell, Hon. Susan I. Schulman, Hon. Lisette ShirdanHarris, Hon. Karen ShreevesJohns, Hon. Gregory E. Smith, Hon. Albert John Snite Jr., Hon. Felice R. Stack, Hon. Esther R. Sylvester, Hon. Flora Barth Wolf and Hon. Sheila Woods-Skipper.
‘Likeable Art’ in City Hall Art In City Hall introduces its 55th group exhibition for local emerging and professional artists. ‘Likeable Art’ highlights the artistic achievements of 43 Philadelphia area artists whose works reflect themes that are popular and accessible to the general public. “Likeable” art is artwork that may be traditional or modern—an intentional usage of space through a careful orchestration of color, form or interacting events, which may be found in still-life paintings, florals, abstract art, landscapes and photography. It’s also art that may be humorous or cater to our lighter side such as works dealing with food, children, animals, or caricatures and cartoons. Featured are
metal sculptures, ceramic, photography, oil and acrylic painting, printmaking,and mixed media. The exhibition was juried by Anne Fabbri, former Director of the Paley Design Center at Philadelphia University; Greta Greenberger, Director of City Hall Tours; Cavin Jones, current Chair of Art In City Hall Exhibitions Committee and local artist/muralist; and Jonas dos Santos, local and international mixed media and performance artist. Look for the exhibit on the second and fourth floors of City Hall until September 26. For more information, email: artincityhall@phila.gov or call 215-686-9912.
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Snooper (Cont. From Page 9) HIT that is fast becoming ‘thee one’ to be seen and heard. Yes, I’m sure you know by now OF “THE STU BYKOFSKY’S CANDIDATES NIGHT”. This will take place at Finnigan’s Wake on AUG. 19. Come see all your favorite politicians, including CONGRESSMAN BOB BRADY, VINCE FUMO, JIMMY TAYOUN, ALLYSON SCHWARTZ and a lot more. Yo Boss – I’ll be there too. Yes, this is a CHARITY EVENT so we hope you’ll
Out & About (Cont. From Page 9) But it still hit like a punch in the gut. Getting the news that people you like and respect are gone is like that. Before Edie Huggins, Black women didn’t exist on Philadelphia’s news airwaves. When she decided to change careers (she was a registered
Elephant Corner (Cont. From Page 9) an already interesting DA race even tastier. You could hear the champagne corks popping in SETH WILLIAMS’ camp when Bush named Jones. Once again it will be interesting to see what white Demo candidate emerges other than attorney DAN McCAFFERY, who
show up for it. Snooper’s “BELIEVE IT OR NOT” Dept.: Here’s one you won’t believe and I know Boss, you know him. I met IRV HOMER, formerly of WWDB RADIO, and he looks fabulous too. “Uncle Irv” tells me he has opened up his own personal website, IRV HOMER.COM, plus he has his own radio show on The Internet. He is still with The Sunshine Foundation, and this is truly one of the best organizations for helping youngsters all over The World. They take these youngsters wherever they want to go!
Snooper’s Sighting: Here’s one I’m very happy about. How often do you get to “walk and talk” with one of your favorite Judges? Yes, I mean HON. TERESA DENI, MC Court Judge. Hey Boss, this is one Judge who really keeps herself busy, not only with The Courts, but also her Community. Today, she very busy heading over to The Criminal Justice Center, obviously to do all her criminal cases they have assigned her for this day. Snooper’s FUN CALENDAR: Our good friend, HON. RON WATERS, State Representative, 191st Dist., is looking
for more VENDORS for his upcoming “VILLAGE FAMILY REUNION”. This will be one of the biggest events and, naturally, a huge crowd is expected. He will hold this event at The Myers Recreation Center, 58th & Kingsesssing Avenue, from noon till 8:00 p.m. This will be a FREE PARTY for everyone who comes, and hopefully, we can include you too. Waters will be ‘THE HOST’ of this event, and please call Valerie (215) 7486712. This event will take place on SATURDAY, AUG 9. Snooper’s POLICE BLOTTER: Philadelphia Mu-
nurse) in 1966, she became the first. She was part of the late John Facenda’s news team and was also a co-host with Herb Clark on the show “What’s Happening?” She later got her own news and public affairs show “Morningside” and interviewed a whole host of people during her career. Edie Huggins was also very involved in a group that I later
became part of, the National Association of Black Journalists. I used to see her at conventions every year and although she didn’t have to take the time to acknowledge me and other newbie journalists at these things, she always did. I liked that about her. She was classy and always willing to help. In 2005, Edie Huggins be-
could be the guy in the right place at the right time. But a head-to-head faceoff with Seth could be tough. It seems like Seth has been preparing for this since his diaper days. Olde Anglesea was teeming once again this past weekend at the famous Keenan’s watering hole for the Brady Bunch gathering of loyal Donkeys and hangers-on and also peo-
ple looking for a favor or two. Looked like the usual suspects on hand, like every year. The GOP host with the most, Ward Leader MIKE CIBIK, just gathered a few of his favorite Elephants at his lush Center City digs for a summer party last week. Good time was had by all and what a view from the rooftop deck of the river! See ya next week!!
came one of the first recipients of The Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists’ Trailblazer award. She was also given the organization’s Lifetime Achievement award earlier this year and was a member of the Philadelphia Broadcast Pioneers Hall of Fame. She leaves behind a son, Hastings Edward, a Complex Engagement Manager with IBM and a daughter, Laurie Linn, a National Television Producer in Los Angeles and a Marketing Specialist for
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Controlling Blood Pressure (Cont. from Page 10) etables and whole grain foods; • Quit smoking and limit alcohol use; • Reduce stress through meditation; • Limit caffeine; • Take BP medication daily if prescribed by your doctor. Founded in 1985, Health Partners is the result of a unique collaboration among seven area hospitals to create a not-for-profit health plan for residents of Philadelphia. Over more than 20 years, Health Partners has garnered national attention for innovations in managed care, and now serves 140,000 members throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania.
nicipal Court Judge HON. JAMES DeLEON is one Judge who is definitely not “THE SNOWMAN”, and David Ramirez found out too late. The Judge held this defendant
on MURDER CHARGES and various weapons offenses. This ‘scumbag’ shot and killed a young man, because he thought he gave him a ‘dirty look’. This has to stop!
Waffleman (Cont. From Page 9) Your financial acid test should be this: Always have half saved of what you spend or a ratio of 2 to 1. / Take advantage of all your tax by being honest with the government. You don’t want any illegal deductions; they might lead to someone in a suit
knocking at your door / To invest in a 401(k) or an IRA, save part of your pay every week – and don’t touch it! And you know what? If you can do only some of these ideas, you will find you will have a lot more money than you would otherwise have had. Thanks Linda. I am going to my pickle jar and get enough to buy you a cup of coffee at the Melrose.
Broadcast Advertising in Baltimore and Philadelphia. But Edie Huggins also leaves behind a lot of folks who have followed in her footsteps as Black, female television news reporters here in Philadelphia. Were it not for her and Trudy Haines, you might not see women like Monique Braxton, Joyce Evans, Denise James and Mary Stoker Smith on Philadelphia’s airwaves. Or for that matter, you might not be reading the words of a former Tribune cub re-
porter who might not have lasted in the newspaper business for 16 years without the insight gained from one simple question: “Where’s your tape recorder?” Edie Huggins gave me the best piece of advice I ever got as a journalist. It’s advice I’ll always appreciate and that I’m not sure I ever properly thanked her for. Miss Edie, please consider this column my thank you. I think I speak for a lot of us when I say you’ll be missed.
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BUNCHMASTER Bob Brady grabs Democratic 25th Ward Leader Tommy Johnson as 300 of Congressman’s closest friends crowd into Keenan’s in N. Wildwood.
FROM LEFT are 66th A Ward’s Shawn Dillon, Judge Dan Anders and 58th Ward’s Jim Lewis.
CONGRESSMEN Bob Brady and Patrick Murphy join N. Wildwood Mayor William Henfey as they present Italian politico Amato Berardi with proclamation. Photo by Harry Leech
IBEW Local 98 contingent at Brady Bunch party included, from left, Harry Foy, Al Kirch, Jimmy Foy, Dave Dellavella and other guest.
GENIAL host Jack Keenan, right, hangs out with happy partygoer John Sabatina, Sr.
ATTORNEY Seth Williams, center, chats politics with Beth-Ann Rosenbluth and Gaetano Piccirilli.
ELECTRICIANS’ Bobby Henon, left, was discussing weather with Kenny Boggi outside Keenan’s in N. Wildwood.
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ENJOYING festivities at Keenan’s bar were, from left, Teamsters’ Danny Grace, 35th Ward Leader Bill Dolbow and Harry Enggasser who is running for State Representative.
SURPRISE! Nifty Fifty years young, Councilman Jim Kenney gets 50th birthday surprise cake at Westy’s Bar in N. Wildwood Sunday as crowd gathered at Councilman’s annual brunch. Councilman was handed cake by Ritchie Lazer.
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DIGGING into their Sunday Brunch at Jim Kenney bash are Joe Waters, Ward Leader John Sabatina, Councilman at Large Bill Greenlee and Ward Leader Bob Dellavella.
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Cosmi’s Pastries Rock! Clemenza's command to “Take the cannoli” is an apt phrase when walking into Cosmi’s Pastries on Oregon Avenue. “They’re right up there,” states William Bianco, who was one of the first customers on opening day six years ago. Owner Greg Tenuto lets it slip that the secret is a touch of home-made wine to the shell batter. How much? Now, that’s the real secret! “Not only are the cannoli to die for,
1947. “Cosmi’s was a household name for 60 years. We want to continue that tradition,” he affirms. “We stand by our product 110%.” I’m also informed the
now exclusive to Cosmi’s. “It’s a popular cake for weddings and other big celebrations. This is a famous cake. It was the only product The Masi Bakery made. I now have the recipe and the name as well.” And another slice of South
Cosmi’s Pastries 1940s sign. Some members of The Cosmi Family: Greg, Jeanie, Pat, Giahna, Ashley, Eleanor.
Baker Pat Criniti prepares a pan of fresh pastries. but the fruit tarts, too,” enthuses patron Nicole Buonocore. “I actually have a lot of specialty cakes made here. I can’t get them anywhere else.” Tenuto has also saved a piece of South Philadelphia history. The post-WWII outdoor sign is an icon, painted in classic 1940s red with white neon tubing. It catches your eye right away. Original to the store, Tenuto, has kept both sign and name as it was in
recipes used have been developed by Tenuto after long and arduous research. “We built it up from scratch. Everything is handmade. We don’t use fancy machinery. My bakers are Pat Criniti and Sal Butto. They are the best in what they do. I also have a decorator named Reese. He’s an artist who turned his art into cake decorating. He can freehand any image onto a cake with accuracy.” If you’re looking for the attention-getting Masi Cake, a light and airy chocolate-chip chiffon cake with rich butter cream and large white or dark chocolate shaved ribbons, it is
Philadelphia history is saved. Thank you, Greg! Family is important to Tenuto. “I would not be able to do what I do without the love and support from my family. My wife Michell and my children, Lauren, Gregory Jr., and Tori give me the inspiration.” Working as he does a 70- to 80-hour week, I inquire of Tenuto how he finds the energy for the long day. “It’s all about how I was raised. My mother and father instilled a good work ethic in me. My grandparents were the first owners of The Triangle Tavern, so I come from a long line of hard workers. We do things old school.” Giving back to the commu-
nity is part of that work ethic, also. “I support anything police or fire or children, I do a lot of fundraising for autism
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Pretzel Logic This summer, Philly’s famous Fiat, Luigi, has traveled the streets of South Philly in search of interesting stories. Whether it’s a slice of pizza at Franco Luigi’s, a water ice at Italiano’s, or a Pork Italiano at Tony Luke’s, Luigi has found a friend and a parking spot at many of our local favorites. Speaking of favorites, who from South Philly can resist the summertime staple of the soft pretzel, especially when they are fresh from the oven? This is what prompted my most recent visit to the newest Philly Pretzel Factory at 22nd & Oregon Avenue. When we arrived inside the newly-renovated store, 17-yearold Jill Fleming greeted us with a smile and 3 free pretzels. It looked like traveling with Luigi was finally starting to have its perks! To be honest, however, Jill and the rest of the staff were treating everyone to free pretzels during this grand-opening week. Life long South Philadelphians Romeo Carsello and his business partner Joe Ledger are prime examples of the “can-do” spirit and regional loyalty that resonates in our neighborhood. A successful entrepreneur, Romeo proudly boasts, “I have worked hard and done very well for myself and family, and while I am thankful that I can afford to live anywhere in the Delaware Valley, I would never move out of South Philly!” As Luigi helped greet first-time customers, conversations twisted themselves between warm pretzels and favorite car stories. Joe was eager to share his story of the “Best car he ever owned!” A 1979 Black Camaro SS with gold racing strips. Joe explained the Camaro, which in French slang actually means friend, was originally introduced in 1967 by Chevrolet to provide competition for the highly-popular Ford Mustang. Originally stocked with a 5.7-liter 8-cylinder engine, over 220,000 were sold that first year, proving the public was starved for these small-performance “pony cars.” As vehicles became safer, and consequently slower, the public shifted from wanting high performance to comfort and style. In addition, oil embargos and rising fuel costs had forced car makers into producing smaller more fuel efficient engines (sound familiar?). Thus, by 1979 the Camaro evolved into a very popular (yet practical), sharp, stylish car and it seemed everyone in South Philly had a “friend” or one who owned one. Joe recalled all the fun he had driving up and down South Street on Friday nights hoping for red lights so he could rev the engine and get the ladies attention. Today, Romeo and Joe look forward to your attention as a customer and welcome you to bring a friend (whether it’s a car or person) Luigi with Romeo Casello by their store to enjoy a fresh Philly pretzel. and Joe Ledger, co-owners Until next week, ciao for now! Remember to keep sending your car stories and comments to of Phila. Pretzel Factory at 22nd and Oregon. www.luigi@phillyrecord.com.
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