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by Rory G. McGlasson In a time when the economy keeps biting us in the pocket, it would understandable to ignore a neighbor’s call for help. Not in South Philadelphia. If ever the phrase he or she “would give you the last dime in their pocket” held meaning, it would fit a resident of 2 Street or 9th Street, or most people from Pennsport to Grays Ferry.
Italian Festival The third annual Italian Festival at Epiphany of Our Lord School, 13th & Jackson Streets, will be held this weekend. There will be delicious food, games of chance, children’s activities and games, as well as street vendors and live music. DJ King Arthur, Ricky Baccare and a Battle of the Bands, and the Business are among the featured performers. The Festival will begin with a 5 p.m. Mass at the Church, 11th & Jackson Streets, followed by a Procession of Saints to the Saints’ Grotto in the schoolyard. A homemade pasta dinner will be served at 6:15 p.m. in the school hall. Tickets for the dinner are $10 for adults and $5 for children. For dinner tickets or more information about the Festival, call Mina at (267) 240-1992.
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This week alone sees South Philadelphians keep giving and giving. Thousands will join in the 10th annual 5k run on Saturday morning. Why? To raise money for charity. The race will start 8:30 a.m. at 2nd & Mifflin Streets. Later that evening a benefit is being held on be(Cont. Page 2)
FUGITIVE SAFE SURRENDER! That was the motto of Pastor Earnest McNear of True Gospel Church, as he and the City and judicial system made Philadelphia largest city to host a fugitive program at his church, 15th & Morris Streets. Over 1,200 fugitives have surrendered to date. Photo by: Donald Terry
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St. Monica School Hits 100 St. Monica School celebrates 100 years at a 2:30 p.m. Sep. 28 Mass with Justin Cardinal Rigali, followed by a dinner banquet at 5:30 p.m. at Drexelbrook, 2422 S. 17th Street (215) 334-4170. (Cont. Page 2)
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New Voters Show GOP Slippage by Joe Shaheeli If the Republican Party is hoping to get a voter bounce out of the selection of Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as Sen. John McCain’s running mate, it need not look to Philadelphia. It’s been just the op-
posite here. Since June, when Republicans numbered 144,812, the latest City registration rolls show the number of registered Republicans has dropped by almost 700 to 144,194. That could be attrib-
uted to the fact only one of the three contested legislative seats in Northeast area of this city is seen as close. In local races, registration efforts are part and parcel of committee persons’ and campaign (Cont. Page 2)
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South Philly Gives In Slow Economy (Cont. from Page 1) half of young Marco DeLuca who is in a race of his own … for his life, The Marco DeLuca Leukemia Fund has been set up by his parents, Michael and Elaine. Seven-year-old Marco is a bright and brave South Philadelphia boy, who has been diagnosed with Biphenotypic Acute Leukemia (BAL). This is an extremely rare form of leukemia and he needs help! His parents are lifelong South Philadelphians. They
are looking forward to a soldout fundraiser Saturday. “They are family and we always help family,” says Edward Wright, who is the executive director of the South Philadelphia Business Association. “The event is sold out – a tribute in itself to the wonderful people in our community.” Take away their grizzly exterior and Iggles-manic fanaticism, and real South Philadelphians are genuinelygifted citizens with hearts of gold.
Next Monday, many more will show their generosity in droves. A group of South Philadelphians have banded together to host a fundraiser for a teenager who was tragically hit by a car last year. Shannon Austin, an East Norriton resident with South Philadelphia connections, was hit by a car and spent two months in intensive care last November. Her family has spent the entire year caring for her and finding ways to pay her bills.
Shannon was hit by a car on Nov. 9 last year and spent all but 28 of the last 130 days at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. She has severe traumatic brain injury. Her Mom, Vickie, had to return to work recently. Shannon’s medical needs are split between family and a nurse. South Philadelphians Karen Brown and Dino Rossi, who is related to Shannon, have put together a fundraiser next Monday, Sep. 30. They are hoping they can raise enough to buy a motorized
van for Shannon. It will be held at Colonzi Cafe at 1301 W. Moyamensing Avenue, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Tickets are $35. For more information, please call (267) 246-6347. On Saturday evening, 610 p.m., there will be a beefand-beer benefit at Stella Maris School to raise money for the Marco DeLuca Leukemia Fund. Please feel free to contact Ed Wright at (267) 784-3189 or Reggie Lozzi at (215) 3361108.
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draw street workers, the top of the ticket can suffer. Not showing up in the registration rolls is the polled anti-Barack Obama sentiment in the predominantly white Northeast and Southeast sections of the city. Voter sentiment and support, however, are very much in evidence for Obama in the predominantly African American and Hispanic areas. Though voter rolls show as of press time 1,073,174 are registered, City Commission Chairwoman Margaret Tartaglione believes “a truer picture is about 950,000 voters will be eligible to cast their votes.” She explains,
“Over 125,000 have been listed as inactive, not voting in successive elections. By law, we need to verify they have not voted in two successive General Elections involving Federal candidates before we can strike them from the rolls.” Since voters need not identify themselves by race any longer, present demographics show an inconclusive picture as to racial makeup. The registration rolls, according to Bob Lee, voter registration administrator, show 303,208 are registered as African American, 245,690 as Caucasian and 77,254 as Hispanic.
Please join me on Friday, October 3 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the 2008 Senior Expo. The Senior Expo will take place at the PA Army National Guard Armory located at 2700 Southampton Road (corner of Roosevelt Boulevard and Southampton Road), Philadelphia, Pa. Representatives from many state agencies and community organizations will be present to provide you with information. The organizations include SEPTA, the PA Lottery, City Agencies, Hospitals, and many other health and housing organizations. Refreshments will be provided. If you have any questions, please call my office at 215-695-1020.
Broken down by party, the numbers put the Democrats ahead of the Republicans by an 8-to-1 ratio. Since June, Democrats gained 39,000 new registrations. “No affiliations” were at 85,848, up 4,000.
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5k 2k Run The 10th annual 5k Run And Walk Down Two Street in South Philadelphia on Saturday is expected to set a record with the number of entries. This race keeps getting bigger and better. The race starts at 8.30 a.m at 2nd & Mifflin.
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Among committee persons on hand was Nathan Thomas, with constituents Mozell McCrea and Lois Ruffin.
The race has been on for a replacement for the presidency of the 1st Judicial Dist. But as of Tuesday, phones have begun ringing off judicial desks from candidates seeking the post, since Common Pleas President Judge C. Darnell Jones, II is expected to be one of three nominees for seats on the Federal Eastern Dist. bench to win confirmation by the full US
Senate by the end of this week. Receiving calls are both of the city’s two Party chairs, Congressman Bob Brady and Vito Canuso, as well as other elected officials. The three were a group of five sent to the US Senate Judiciary Committee for approval. The other two are defense attorney Joel H. Slomsky and Bucks Co. Common Pleas Judge Mitchell S. Goldberg.
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QUEEN MOTHER and King of Ga Nation, from Ghana, officially attended dedication ceremonies of new school building in 2100 block of W. Godfrey Avenue in Oak Lane. Seated, surrounded by their entourage, are Queen Naa DeDee Omaaeru and King Nii Kwate Quartey. Their tribe has contributed $50,000 to the building’s construction and announced their intention to do more.
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Roxborough GOP Hosts Fundraiser Helping Business
ENJOYING festivity at Keenan’s in Roxborough with host GOP 21st Ward Leader Walt Vogler, center, are 5th Ward Leader Mike Cibik and PRPA Executive Director James T. McDermott.
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Sep. 25- Tom Knox’ campaign kickoff for Governor at Park Hyatt at the Bellevue ballroom, 5:30 p.m. For info Hadji Maloumian (215) 636-0600. Sep. 26- Councilwoman Marian Tasco’s Party for the People at Temptations Restaurant, 220 W. Chelten Ave., 8 p.m.12 a.m. $30 advance purchase required. Call (215) 843-8482. Sep. 26- Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Art hosts reception honoring Congressman Chaka Fattah. For info (215) 701-6189. Sep. 26- Major Artery Revitalization Committee hosts annual Free Movie Night at 7 p.m. at Pennypack Pk. on the Delaware, Rhawn St. & State Rd. on river, 7 p.m. Rain date Oct. 3. Sep. 27- Annual 5K Run and Walk down 2nd St. in S. Phila. Starts at Moyamensing (3rd & Reed), 9 a.m. Ends at same place. Carnival follows. Sep. 27- Jannie Blackwell Appreciation Day. Parade leaves 45th & Kingsessing Ave., 11 a.m., to 56th & Chester. Street festival, 12:30-6 p.m. Many civic leaders; free food, entertainment. For info call Kevin
Garden Sts., 7-10 p.m. Open bar & buffet. Tickets $40. For info call Jim or Mary Simpson (215) 332-9896. Oct. 4- Benefit for family of Police Officer Isabel Nazario at Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 87 Hall, 2171 Wakeling St., 2-6 p.m. $25 per person. Oct. 13- Jerry Segal Golf Classic hosts Race Cars For Rehabilitation at Simeone Foundation Museum, 6825 Norwitch Dr. behind Airport Auto Mall, 6-9 p.m. For information call (215) 587-3090. Oct. 14- Black Alliance for Education Options, Philadelphia Chapter annual Membership Meeting at Boys' Latin of Philadelphia Charter School, 5501 Cedar Ave., 6:30-8 p.m. Philadelphia BAEO has awarded 88 students scholarships totaling over $115,000. For reservations or info contact Ruth Knox (215) 851-1795 or ruth@baeo.org. Oct. 16- 41st anniversary Self Help Movement, Inc., dinner at Nat’l Guard Armory, 2700 Southampton Rd., 6 p.m. For info call Dr. Joseph Ruggiero (215) 677-7778. Oct. 16- Matt Myers’s 39B Fundraiser, Chickie’s & Pete’s, 1526 Packer Ave., 5:30-8 p.m., $50. Order tickets by writing Kevin Carroll, (Cont. Page 30)
Letters GOP Spin Doctors
On national television news shows, Republican strategists have the gall to admit their strategy was to keep Republican Vice Presidential nominee Sarah Palin under wraps until they were certain she was informed enough to withstand the rigors of media scrutiny. They indicate the Republican Party would determine when it was both suitable and advantageous for them to present Palin to the media. I want to hear from her now and since she is, if elected, a heartbeat away from the Presidency, the Republican Party should not hide her but let her voice be heard. Are the Republican spin doctors more important than the American people's right to know? Frank G. Canty, Esq.
Another TR Sen. McCain did to the Republican Party and for the American public what the Republicans did 100 years ago. They just picked another Teddy Roosevelt. I wish Sen. McCain no ill or bad health, but if he be(Cont. Page 30)
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Councilman Wilson Goode has labored well to create a positive image of himself as a legislator concerned with correcting economic inequities through the ability to leverage in positive ways City funding and spending. His concern for saving money by reshaping City Council down by one or two from its present 17-seat makeup is admirable, but his suggestion impacts on the guarantee of a two-party representation among the seven at-large seats. Rancor has been expressed by some in Council, but even they realize such a proposal does not sit well with the overwhelming majority of its members. They also realize there is far more on their plate than deciding whether or not to pare down the size of Council. So, well-intentioned though Mr. Goode may be with this proposal, he should lay it to rest. We don’t need a buildup of an OK Corral mentality among the members, especially not now when full cooperation is needed to rescue the City from its real economic slide. Council Members serve as managers of a huge and costly government. It sounds neat to say we can save $1 million or so by cutting back on them. But that would be penny wise, pound foolish. Mayor Michael Nutter began his campaign to rein in City operations by adding to his top management team. We need more eyes on the system, not fewer. We urge Council Members to read our story on the high cost of contractual labor and the savings in the millions that can be realized, as shown by a study released by DC 47’s President Kathy Scott. It starts on Page One. They could add their voice to Scott’s to ask the Mayor and the Civil Service Commission to implement her suggestions.
Horne (215) 307-8350. Sep. 27- German Americans celebrate in Steuben Parade starting at Frankford Ave. & Welsh Rd., 2 p.m. and ending at St. Vincent St. Brigadier Gen. John L. Gronski serves as Grand Marshal. Sep. 28- Vendemmia Festival at 20th & Pattison Ave., 2-6 p.m. Tickets $40. For information call (215) 551-3859. Oct. 1- Nat’l Italian American PAC hosts Cocktail Reception for State Senate candidate Lawrence Farnese at Ruth’s Chris Steak House, 260 S. Broad St., 6-8 p.m. Suggested contribution $250. For info (215) 545-1401. Oct. 2- State Rep. Rosita Youngblood fundraiser at Finnigan’s Wake, 3rd & Spring Garden Sts., 6:30-9 p.m. Tickets $100. For info (215) 745-4306. Oct. 3- Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown’s Senior Citizens & Caregivers Expo 2008, New Courtland Community Education Ctr., 6950 Germantown Ave., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Workshops, continental breakfast and lunch. Free to public. Oct. 3- State Sen. Mike Stack’s Senior Expo at Northeast Armory, 2700 Southampton Rd., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 4- Megan SimpsonBurke Memorial fundraiser to cure breast cancer at Finnigan’s Wake, 3rd & Spring
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Keystone Builds New Playground by Michael A. Cataldo, Esq. American Bankruptcy Board Certified Question: What are the most common reasons for filing a bankruptcy? Answer: Unemployment; large medical expenses; seriously-overextended credit; marital problems; chemical dependency; and other large unexpected expenses. A Harvard Study reported half of US bankruptcies were caused by medical bills. The
study was published online in February 2005 by Health Affairs. The Harvard study concluded illness and medical bills cause half (50.4%) of the 1,458,000 personal bankruptcies in 2001. The study estimates medical bankruptcies affect about 2 million Americans annually – counting debtors and their dependents, including about 700,000 children. Next week’s question: I was in bankruptcy before. When can I file again?
Philly Welcomes Fabled Airmen TUSKEGEE Airmen, Inc. heroes Lt. Gen. Russell Davis and Roscoe Brown took pleasure in bringing Black Veterans group to City Hall while at its national convention.
‘EXTREME MAKEOVER’ can’t hold a candle to Keystone Mercy! Its team of volunteers broke ground on new playground for Logan School in N. Phila. on a Tuesday and finished it that Friday. Celebrating completion are some of Keystone Mercy’s volunteers.
WELCOMING veteran to Philadelphia is Mayor Michael Nutter. NEVER HAPPIER than when she’s building a playground is Anne Morrissey, top left, president of Pennsylvania managed care, Keystone Mercy Health Plan. To promote healthy and safe exercise for underprivileged youths, giant health insurer builds playgrounds for them.
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Vaccinations Every Day Beginning Oct. 1, MinuteClinic health care centers located inside select CVS pharmacy stores throughout the region will provide flu shots every day with no appointment necessary. Patients can walk in to get their shots during regular MinuteClinic hours: Mon.-Fri. from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sat.-Sun. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To find the nearest MinuteClinic, go to www.minuteclinic.com. MinuteClinic will provide flu shots to adults and children 18 months and older throughout the flu season. Select CVS pharmacy locations in the region will be holding scheduled flu shot clinic events. Consumers can call 1 (888) FLU-SHOT for information on flu shot options closest to where they live. Flu shots at flu shot clinic events cost $30 or the patient’s insurance co-pay. These clinics accept most insurance plans for flu shots, including Medicare.
MEMBER of historic World War II fighting corps the Tuskegee Airmen, S. Phila. native Bert Levy returns home with honor today.
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Snooper ‘Special’: TO The TARTAGLIONE FAMILY: The Snooper did not forget “The Man”, EUGENE “Zip” TARTAGLIONE. This gentleman was the strength of The Tartaglione Family, a great Husband, wonderful Father, and a dynamite Friend. Yes, he was loved by many, including Mayor Frank L. Rizzo, and a lot of the local Politicians. I found him to be quite a gentleman, a jokester who loved to play pranks on you. He would often tell me about his love for his wife Margaret, his daughters Tina and Renee, and how they loved him too! Yes, “The seed did not fall too far from the tree” and “ZIP” was proud of them. God bless him. R.I.P. Snooper “UPDATE”: Thanks to many of you who agreed with me regarding WPVI-TV-6 and its total disregard for all you LOTTERY PLAYERS. Again, when is THE LOTTERY COMMISSION going to ‘step in’ and do something? Let’s all of us tell them ENOUGH IS ENOUGH and WE ain’t going to take it anymore. I know they are being paid good monies – ours – to show the numbers; after all, we PLAY TO PAY! Call them or write them! Snooper’s Special Event: Chief, this SATURDAY, Sep. 27, COUNCILWOMAN JANNIE BLACKWELL will be ‘the host’ for her annual “APPRECIATION DAY”. She plans a PARADE, FREE FOOD and plenty of great ENTERTAINMENT. The parade leaves 45th & Kingsessing Avenue at (Cont. on Page 26) Attorneys are both board certified by the American Bankruptcy Certification Board. Chapters 7/13 & Stop foreclosures, creditors harassments, lawsuits, garnishments, and sheriff sales.
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The St. Joseph’s University Law Alumni will hold an executive committee meeting in the office of Alumni Relations on the campus at 5:30 p.m., Sep. 30. It had been moved to this date because of a conflict with a reception sponsored by the Lawyer’s Club of Philadelphia for the Judges of the Common Pleas and Municipal Courts on Sep. 24 at the Union League of Philadelphia, commencing at 5:45 p.m. On Saturday, Oct. 18 at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, the CORA 57th anniversary Charities Ball will be held. The honorees are MAYOR MIKE NUTTER; ANTHONY CONTI, who is the managing partner at Price Waterhouse; and JOHN MITKUS, who is the senior VP at GVA Smith Mac Co. The chairman of the event is TERRY D’ALESSANDRO, who is executive VP for Mid-Atlantic Consumer Banking at Sovereign Bank. DR. JOE TOLAND’S end-of-summer party at his home in Sea Isle City was, as usual, a social and vocal success. There are some people who show up that actually can sing. BILLY IVERS, the ward leader in the 61st Ward for the Republicans, has a good singing voice and is a great stimulus to those in the crowd who wish they had good singing voices but don’t. St. Patrick’s College in Maynooth, Ireland held its 16th annual National Dinner at the Hilton Hotel in Philadelphia. This is a silk-stocking Irish affair and brings out who’s who in the Irish community in Philadelphia – plus who’s got what in the Irish community. Among those in attendance were BILL AVERY, former CEO at Crown Cork & Seal; ARCHBISHOP McDERMOT CLIFFORD; TOM CONNELLY and his sister CHRISTINE of the Connelly Foundation, very active in philanthropic affairs in the Delaware Valley; also KIM FLAVILLE, the secretary of the Connelly Foundation; JOSEPHINE MANDEVILLE, who is the chairman of the board of the Connelly Foundation; NORBERT McGETTIGAN of McGettigan Corporate Travel Services; SISTER CECILE REILLEY of St. Malachi Parish (her (Cont. on Page 26)
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Yo. Here we go again with this from one of my readers, Kay B. She says it must be a conspiracy and the alternative is simply unthinkable. I agree with her. This is happening right here in our own country. We must stop this immediately. Did you notice these things happening to you too? Have you noticed stairs are getting steeper? Groceries bags are heavier. Furthermore, everything is farther away. Yesterday I walked to the corner and I was dumbfounded to discover how long our street had become. And, you know, people are less considerate now, especially the young ones. They speak in whispers all the time. If you ask them to speak up, they just keep repeating themselves, endlessly mouthing the same silent message until they're red in the face. What do they think I am, a lip reader? I also think they are much younger than I was at the same age. On the other hand, people my own age are so much older than I am. I ran into an old friend the other day and she has aged so much that she didn't even recognize me. I got to thinking about the poor dear while I was brushing my teeth this morning, and in doing so, I glanced at my own reflection. Well, really now – even mirrors are not made the way they used to be. Another thing: Everyone drives so fast these days. You're risking life and limb if you happen to pull onto the freeway in front of them. All I can say is their brakes must wear out awfully fast, the way I see them screech and swerve in my rearview mirror. Even clothing manufacturers are less civilized these days. Why else would they suddenly start labeling a size 10 or 12 dress as 18 or 20? Do they think the women don’t notice? The people who make bathroom scales are pulling the same prank. Do they think I actually "believe" the number I see on that dial? Yeah, right, I would never let myself weigh that (Cont. on Page 26)
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I was walking around Passyunk Avenue on Saturday morning, talking to folks who were there to canvass for Sen. Barack Obama’s presidential campaign. My original plan was to interview former Democratic National Committee chair Terry McAuliffe, who was dispatched there to rev up the troops, then take off and go visit my mom in Jersey. But I’m a Philadelphia soft-pretzel addict. So when I saw this very South Philly-looking guy with a box of pretzels from the Center City Soft Pretzel Co., I noticed him in a “one of these things is not like the others” kind of way. Many of the folks who were there to canvass told me I needed to talk to this guy because he had an interesting story to tell. So I stopped by Ralph Niglio’s table to hear it. For most of his life, Ralph, who works at Center City Soft Pretzel, voted Republican, which often puts you on the losing side of the ledger here in heavily-Democratic Philadelphia. He wasn’t one of those rock-ribbed types because he would occasionally cross party lines to vote for Mayor or Congress, but he agreed with the Republicans on a lot of things, he said. But like more than a few Republicans these days, Niglio decided there were some things the party was doing that were definite deal-breakers. Stuff like picking fights with other countries. (Cont. on Page 26)
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We’re getting down to the nitty-gritty in this Presidential race – yet somehow it doesn’t feel that way to Trunk Man. Do you agree? Both conventions have ended. Republican chances seem much better than they did; still, I just don’t sense the excitement. Maybe we need to get into some good debates to sir the pot a little. What could be happening is people just are too darn worried and preoccupied over this economy. The local races also seem quiet. MATT TAUBENBERGER vs. BRENDAN BOYLE is a big one. Each is doing his due diligence. Again, though, you just don’t sense that excitement yet. I think the voters are waiting for someone to knock on their door and tell them they have the ability and power to lower gas prices to a dollar a gallon, and also help them with their bills and mortgage. Boy, I'm really dreaming now, aren't I? Well, enough of Fantasy Island! City Council is back with a full plate in front of it. Apparently there is a huge hole in the budget. It will be interesting to see who forms factions for the next few years, because a lot of current members are unlikely to return in 2012. Many members know there will be a new Council President and it's never too early to start planning and scheming for that. Expected to retire are ANNA VERNA, JACK KELLY, FRANNY RIZZO, FRANK DiCICCO and MARIAN TASCO – although if you mention (Cont. on Page 26)
Bustleton ‘Pushes’ A New Fire Engine
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KICKING off National Preparedness Month with actor David Morse as campaign spokesperson are Fire Commissioner Lloyd Ayers, Councilman Curtis Jones, and Mayor Photo by Bonnie Squires Michael Nutter.
Sheriff Green’s Important Steps to Saving Your Home Step 1: Assemble your current financial information, and call your lender.
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Step 3: If you feel uncomfortable handling mortgage negotiations, consult a professional housing Counselor
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Plainly the City’s tax money is being put to good use as far as the Fire Dept. is concerned. Fire Commissioner Lloyd Ayers this week held a “Housing of the Apparatus” ceremony for another new engine, this one a 2007, 1500gallon-per-minute, American LaFrance Eagle pumper. It was officially assigned to Engine 62’s Fire House at Bowler & Bustleton. The new pumper is one of the five the Fire Dept. has taken delivery of this year. Invited to “push in the new apparatus into the firehouse”, were Councilman Brian O’Neill and Councilwomen Joan Krajewski and María Quiñones Sánchez, along with members of the community. The “push in” ceremony is a tradition that dates back to the early 1800s.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF LANCASTER COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA ORPHANS' COURT DIVISION IN RE: BABY BOY SIMONS, A Minor
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TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS OF MICHAEL HARRIS TO:
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You are hereby notified that a Petition to Involuntary Termination of Parental Rights has been filed against you, asking the Court to terminate all rights you have to your child, Baby Born Simons (born December 17, 2007). The Court has set a hearing to consider ending your rights to your child. That hearing will be held in Court Room No. 6 (Orphans' Court Room), on the Third Floor of the Lancaster County Court House, situate at 50 North Duke Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, said hearing to be held on October 9, 2008 at 10:20 o'clock a.m. If you do not appear at this hearing, the court may decide that you are not interested in retaining your rights to your child and your failure to appear may affect the Court's decision on whether to end your rights to your child. You are warned that even if you fail to appear at the scheduled hearing, the hearing will go on without you, and your rights to your child may be ended by the Court without your being present.
Fire Commissioner Lloyd Ayers is flanked by Engine 34 Capt. Albert Cramlich and Engine 62 Capt. Charles COUNCILMAN BRIAN O’NEILL joins fire- Heinz, as they “push” a new 2007, 1500 fighters Ken Schnitzer, Capt. Albert Cramlich gallon-per-minute, American LaFrance and Dennis Mitchell. pumper into firehouse.
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HAPPY AT show of support in Center City fundraiser, State House candidate Brendan Boyle, left, gets boost from Councilman Bill Green and Allan Marshall.
BOYLE’S their man, say Iron Workers chief Joe Dougherty, Kevin Greenberg and Controller Alan Butkovitz.
Albright At Bryn Mawr FORMER Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, 2nd from left, was keynote speaker at Obama rally at Bryn Mawr College in Thomas Great Hall, sponsored by Young Democrats on campus. Secretary Albright was introduced by, from left, Penna. Treasurer Robin Wiessman, Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz and State Sen. Connie Williams. Photo by Bonnie Squires
Boosting Roggio In The 6th
You are also notified that following the hearing to consider ending your rights to your child, an adoption hearing may be held, as a result of which the Court may decree that an adoption take place whereby your child shall be adopted by another and all parental rights with respect to the child shall be placed in another. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO BE REPRESENTED AT THE HEARING BY A LAWYER. YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP. Court Administrator • Court Administrator's Office Lancaster County Court House 50 North Duke Street • Lancaster, PA 17602 Telephone No. (717) 299-8041
BOB ROGGIO, Democratic candidate for Congress in the 6th Dist., was featured at fundraiser in Wynnewood Sunday hosted by Wendy Beetlestone. Among those gathered to hear Roggio lay out his agenda were, from left, co-host Joe Kluger; Beetlestone; Roggio and Photo by Bonnie Squires his wife Jeannie; and Commissioner Joe Hoeffel.
for home heating oil in the winter months when the nation and state are most vulnerable to fuel shortages, increased demand and increased cost. "In 2006 alone, 350,000 Pennsylvania households were assisted by LIHEAP, almost half of those who qualify for the program," Waters said. "In 2008, more must be done to help defray the ever-rising cost of home heating oil." Families in Pennsylvania that receive assistance from LIHEAP have incomes below 150% of the federal poverty level and 2.5 times the average cost burden when purchasing fuel oil to heat their homes. Waters said weatherization is also a vital part of the program. "With only 15% of LIHEAP funding being allocated to weatherization, and a waiting list that has almost two
times the number of people on it than are receiving weatherization help each year, more funding is desperately needed to decrease the wait and serve more of this Commonwealth's residents in need," Waters said. "I thank majority Chairwoman Camille George for allowing my resolution to come before the full committee, along with minority Chairman Hutchinson and all the committee members for their consideration and unanimous vote."
PHILA. Public Record Advertising Director John David, right, presents check to AFLCIO President Pat Eiding for Phila. Council’s support of its Labor Day edition. With them are Publisher Jim Tayoun, Political Coordinator Elizabeth McElroy and Erin Young of UNITE/HERE.
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State Rep. Ronald G. Waters’ legislation to urge an increase in federal funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, known as LIHEAP, was approved by the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee last week. The legislation, HR 848, urges the President and Congress to increase Federal LIHEAP funding. "With winter's cold, harsh arrival merely months away, it is vital that LIHEAP be expanded," Waters said. "Since one-fourth of Pennsylvania households rely on fuel oil as their primary energy source, the need for more financial assistance is quite apparent." Waters said most of the Pennsylvania households helped by LIHEAP have incomes below the poverty line and pay
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Bill Would Muzzle Dangerous Dogs which received overwhelming support in the House Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee, is particularly relevant due to reports of a recent dog attack in Germantown. "The regulations under my proposal will allow residents of Philadelphia to take back their neighborhoods from thugs and drug dealers who use dangerous dogs as an intimidation tool," Thomas said. "It will also allow police officers to interfere with drug activity without fear of being attacked by dogs." HB 2525 would have little, if any, impact on noncommercial kennels such as boarding kennels, private sporting or hobby kennels, pet stores, rescue shelters or nonprofit kennels. While all kennels would have to be equipped with fire extinguishers and have vet-approved exercise plans for their dogs, only about 650 of the 2,750 licensed kennels in Pennsylvania would fall under the definition of commercial kennel and be subject to the major provisions of the bill. The legislation now goes to the State Senate.
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State Rep. W. Curtis Thomas said legislation he cosponsored to overhaul Pennsylvania's dog laws passed the House. The legislation is aimed at improving care and conditions at Pennsylvania's commercial kennels. The bill would, for the first time in Pennsylvania, define commercial kennels and set standards for these kennels that generally mirror those required by the US Dept. of Agriculture. Commercial kennels would be defined as any kennel where dogs are bred and where dogs are sold or transferred to a dealer or pet shop, or where 60 or more dogs are sold or transferred in a calendar year. A proposal authored by Thomas was included in an amendment to HB 2525. The proposal calls for citizens to place a muzzle on the mouths of dogs deemed to be dangerous. A dog will be deemed dangerous once there is an unprovoked attack. A muzzle is required whenever a dangerous dog is left alone or outside with the owner. Thomas said this proposal,
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Butkovitz Recommends City Go Paperless In Pay Checks City Controller Alan Butkovitz wants the City to stop paying its employees by paper checks. He’s issued a report designed to minimize operating costs and make more funds available for essential services.
Butkovitz stated, “Printed paychecks and pay-stubs for City employees and pensioners use more than one million pieces of paper annually and cost Philadelphia taxpayers up to $500,000 in materials, labor
and postage. Moving to paperless paychecks (direct deposit/debit cards) will increase productivity and eliminate unnecessary expenses.” Butkovitz continued, “In addition, it will help advance the
Tree Planting Honors Catherine Cairone
PENNA. Supreme Court Chief Justice Ron Castille, center, joined Justice James Fitzgerald, III, right, and a host of family and friends at Traffic Court ceremony preserving Catherine Cairone’s memory with young dogwood tree.
TRAFFIC COURT Judges Mike Lowry, left, and Bob Mulgrew share hour of mourning with court administrator David Lawrence, right.
OLD FRIENDS reunited on solemn occasion are court administrator David Lawrence, left, and Republican City Committee Counsel Mike Meehan.
Brady Lauds Court Decision Congressman Robert A. Brady, chairman of the Committee on House Administration, this week praised a judgment issued by the US District Court for the District of Columbia in the case of Schroer vs. Billington. The court ruled, “In refusing to hire Diane Schroer because her appearance and
The Megan Simpson-Burke Memorial Foundation is holding its annual fundraiser on October 4th, 2008 from 7 :00 P.M. 10:00 P.M. at Finnigan’s Wake 3rd and Spring Garden Streets . Tickets are $ 40.00 and include open bar and buffet. Proceeds benefit the Rena Rowan Breast Cancer Center at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and funds a scholarship in Megans’ name at the Community Academy of Philadelphia the school where Megan taught. Megan lost her battle with breast cancer at age 30. Together we can make a difference.
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City’s sustainability goals by eliminating almost 5 tons of paper per year and saving more than 130 trees. A transition to paperless pay would place Philadelphia in the vanguard of municipal governments in
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background did not comport with the decisionmaker’s sex stereotypes about how men and women should act and appear, and in response to Schroer’s decision to transition, legally, culturally, and physically, from male to female, the Library of Congress violated Title VII’s prohibition on sex discrimination.”
green operating policy and set an important precedent in the City and the region.” The report found the environment effects of eliminating almost 6 tons of paper would be avoiding the 94.4 million BTU’s of energy required to produce it, in addition to 56,600 gallons of waste water, 6,300 lb. of solid waste and 12,300 lb. of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere. Almost 30% of the nearly 63,000 active City employees and pensioners are paid by paper check. In addition to the environmental factors and the savings to taxpayers, other advantages of a paperless payroll system include eliminating trips to the bank and less vulnerability to loss and theft of cash. Butkovitz made the following recommendations to the finance director for implementation of a paperless payroll system: Direct deposit or debit cards should be mandated for all City employees and pensioners. Debit cards can be issued, at cost, to those who choose
not to enroll in direct deposit. Individual payroll information should be made available electronically to employees. The City should develop an Employee Self Service website with relevant records, including payroll, leave status, and benefits. Employees not assigned a PC should be provided access, for instance, through kiosks in employee lounges or other methods. The transition to paperless should be accompanied by training seminars for all employees on a voluntary basis. The City should work with banking institutions to facilitate the provision of “second chance” accounts for employees who need them. Butkovitz concluded, “The time has come for City government to use the technological tools that are available. In this time of budget constraints moving to a paperless pay system we will save a half a million dollars a year, while at the same time taking the necessary steps to move Philadelphia forward as an environmentally sustainable city.”
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South Philadelphia Business Association Oldest Business Association in South Philadelphia – Charted in 1897
St. Pio Festival At Annunciation In Pictures
Executive Board President – Louis Lozzi, Sr. Vice President – Barbara Capozzi, Esq. Secretary – Lou Cerino Treasurer – Reggie Lozzi Business Development-Joe Rao Engineer Bld. Supv.- Phillip Filippello Executive Director – Edward J. Wright, Jr.
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Growing SPBA Members Mercury Realty Merit Manufacturing Micolex Pest Control Money Mailer of Philadelphia Monti-Rago Funeral Home New York Bakery Olivieri Jewelers Oregon Window Co Inc. Pacifico Ford Packer Café Inc. Pete Pastificio Pat Scioli Custom Tailor Penna Burial Company Inc. Petal Pusher Florist Phila Family Medicine Phila Performing Arts School Phil's Excellent Auto Repair Pietro Jewelers Inc. Precise Realty Presto Printing Professional Custom Tailoring Prudential Savings Bank Public Record Ralph & Rickey Inc RHG Products Ristorante Pesto Rizzio's General Auto Repairs Ron Donatucci, Reg. of wills Ron Patterson, Esq. Royal Villa Café Scaramuzzi Construction Co. Simonetta's Italian Deli South Phila Family Practice Southern Auto Tags Stolfo Funeral Home Sunoco Oil Refinery Swan Caterer's The Cutting Point The Temple Group Inc. Today's Styles United Savings Bank University Dynamics MRI Vare Ave. Auto Sales Vince Guisini, Esq. Website Design Weccacoe Development Inc. William Mestichelli, DDS
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ANNUNCIATION BVM schoolteacher Mr. David Farina and Principal Mrs. Regina Temple give out brochures at their stand.
TICKETS PLEASE! Selling tickets at festival are Theresa Scola and Anna Panzano.
COOKING UP some hot dogs at Annunciation Festival are Rita Melillo, Heather Dunn, Kim Cavalieri and Rita D’Emilio.
KIDS ENJOY magic show.
MAGICIAN Arlen Solomon delights young Jared Little with his on-stage tricks at St. Pio Festival.
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A.J. Mechanical Academy of Sacred Arts Allstate Ins., Frank Genzano Allstate Ins., Michael Phillips Alpha Realty Group Angelo's Tile & Marble Outlet Area Shopping Center Mgt. Armando Rey Jewelers Beneficial Savings Bank Broad St. Abstract Business Development Business Services Unit Capozzi Real Estate Career Link Carmana Designs, Ltd Catch Century 21 - Albert Perry Century 21 Stephanie Capocci Cheech's Beef & Ale Chickie's Deli Chris Miceli Citizen's Bank Clinical Research Services Commerce Bank Conestoga Bank Creative Financial Group DeFino Law Associates DeMarino Chiropractic Ctr. Dom's Auto Repairs DP Construction Mngt. LLC Engineer Bldg Supervisor Foundation Investment LLC Galdo's Catering Gangemi Funeral Home Goebel Insurance Agency Gold Medal Disposal Goldstein's Men's Clothing Home Helpers JohnDelGaiso,Pediatric Dentist Landmark Prof. Design Leonetti/O'Leary Funeral Home Louis Tag Agency Lou's Automotive Lou Lozzi Auto M & S Garage Maggie Moos Mamma Maria's Mason's Local #592
COTTON-CANDY makers from left are Theresa Pertolino, Joanna Giardino, Gianna Lauer, Diana Holtz, Ashley LaRosa, Antoinette Podagrosi-Lauer, Alexa Lauer and Rita Melillo.
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DADDY Lou Leonetti and his little girl TENDING BAR at Festival are Steve Lauer and Perry Cavalieri. Gemma enjoy festivities.
HIDING BEHIND festival t-shirt is Mary-Ellen Carol.
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Beating Out The Big Boys The process of remodeling a home or house can be tough if you don't have the right contractor or the right building materials. Do you just need a room painted? Maybe you want to finish out the basement and turn it into a game room or den? Perhaps you’re thinking it’s time for a change and want to make your present
house the home of your dreams. Mario Carosella and his brother Michael have just expanded C&R Building Supplies from a 10,000 squarefoot building and moved it to a whopping 60,000 square-foot structure with ample parking at 16th & Washington Avenue. The grand opening turned into a huge outdoor party, with
The Martini Lounge 1340-AM doing a live broadcast in the parking lot while Beefalo Bob’s Catering cooked the chargrilled food. Hundreds of friends, customers, vendors and neighbors came out to celebrate the new facility. “Love it!” exclaims Joan Sarnese as she told me about her experience. “I got everything from him. My entire
Broad Street Paint Job
SOUTH PHILADELPHIA Civic Association President Peter Zutler and Zoning Chair Anthony Bruttaniti paint a new coat on lamppost at Broad & Tasker Streets during SPCA cleanup day. At Broad & Porter, David Milanese, Gregg Damis and Diane Ciliberti spruce up sidewalk.
house was knocked to the ground and rebuilt with almost everything coming from C&R. They have the good stuff like beautiful countertops and granite. I’m very happy!” Michael and Mario are very pleased with what they’ve accomplished. “The contractors are ecstatic when they pull up. First of all, we have a drive-through lumber yard. All the wood is loaded right on the trucks and they can drive away directly to the job. All of the big-box stores make you put the wood on dollies, wait in line to pay for it, and then you load it yourself. Our system is service-oriented, time-saving and convenient. And we have a great selection.” With rising energy costs for heating the house, I’m curious as to what the average homeowner can do to make the house more energy efficient. Mario lets me know the technology in the new products, such as low-e glass, insulated doors, and pink fiber glass, can make a huge difference in
Mario and wife Margie Carosella with legendary radio personality from the Martini Paint specialist Nick Petratos, Lounge 1340AM, Bill “Wee Benjamin Moore representative Joe Feeney, owner Mario Willie” Weber. Photos by Maria Merlino Carosello. your heating bills this winter. the interest can be tax-deYou can breathe easy with ductible.” the Natural paint by Benjamin C&R is a one-stop hardMoore. This environmentally- ware store also. You can get sensitive product is eco- anything from the tiniest nuts friendly and odorless, with and bolts to the longest garden zero VOC. I saw for myself hoses, to all types of tools and the one-coat coverage of this gadgets to get it done. The product as paint specialist service is exceptional. The Nick Petratos and company staff has a friendly attitude and representative Joe Feeney a strong desire to assist and demonstrated a brick-red paint answer questions. on a white wallboard. Your home is where your Alliance Bank helped the heart dwells and is the most enCarosella brothers with their during of all earthly establishfinancing. Bank officer Steve ments and part of the sweetness Gaulberti inputs if you’re of life. It deserves to be mainthinking it’s time for a change tained and spruced up. Protect and remodeling would make your home’s value with the your dreams come true, con- help of C&R Building Supply. C & R Building Supply sider a home-remodeling loan. “Not only will you improve 1600 Washington Avenue the value of your home, but (215) 462-0505
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St. Gabe’s School Celebrates 100 ST. GABRIEL’S school teachers flank his eminency Justin Cardinal Rigali at centennial luncheon.
JUSTIN CARDINAL Rigali is greeted by Council Pres. Anna Verna and Chief Clerk Patricia Rafferty.
SISTER Santa Teresa, Peg Clinton and Sister Felice Marie enjoy luncheon celebration at St. Gabe’s.
ST. GABE’S PRINCIPAL Sister Noreen James and Father Michael Lee welcome Justin Cardinal Rigali.
School’s In The Bag
SISTERS Evelyn John, Dolores Joseph, Rose Yeager, Marianne Gullivan, and Helene Thomas.
COUNCIL PRESIDENT Anna Verna is joined by Joseph Waters and former Grays Ferry Councilman Francis Rafferty.
BEAMING about their brand new bookbags, a team of Marian Anderson Rec Center girls celebrate with State House candidate Kenyatta Johnson, who arranged for giveaway at back-to-school rally.
the private health-insurance industry that is charging us more, giving us less, and putting company profits before our health,” said Robin Stelly of Penn Action. You can watch the trailer online here: http://www.health careforamericanow.org/attend. “I was diagnosed with colon cancer on Dec. 23, two days before Christmas. Even though I had insurance, it wasn’t adequate. There were so many copays, deductibles, and out-of-
pocket expenses, that it sent me into debt. I almost lost my house and had to declare bankruptcy,” said Nancy Kantor in Diagnosis: Now! “All those years I paid my premiums and thought that bought me access to good health care. Unfortunately, I found out the hard way insurance companies don’t care about my health. They care about profits, even if those profits come by limiting my care.” Some facts about the health-
care industry: In recent years, the country’s major insurance companies saw their profits grow 300%, while the numbers of insured Americans stayed the same; Half of all bankruptcies are caused by medical bills, and of those, 75% had health insurance at the time they got sick or injured; and last year, about 116 million people in this country struggled to pay medical bills while insurers made billions.
Evans Pushes Toll Road Lease House Appropriations Chairman Dwight Evans said he will urge fellow House members to look seriously at a proposal that allows the State to lease the Turnpike to a private consortium to raise
money for roads, bridges and mass transit in Pennsylvania. “It is high time this matter be brought to the full House for a debate and a vote. I am prepared to take the lead because I believe it’s our best available option. I am prepared to vote yes,” said Evans. Evans and State Rep. Steve Cappelli sponsored the legislation that would allow Abertis Infrastructures to lease the Turnpike for 75 years for $12.8 billion. The payment would then be invested and the subsequent income would support state transportation programs. “This is about the safety and security of our roads, bridges and transit systems,” Evans said. “We have a crisis here and one way or another we have to deal with it.”
VA Grants $36 Million For Homeless Vets Homeless veterans in 35 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico will get more assistance, thanks to Dept. of Veterans Affairs grants providing $36.7 million to community groups to create 1,526 beds for homeless veterans this year. "These grants provide a helping hand to veterans who have served our nation in uniform," said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dr. James B. Peake. "Our partnerships with community-based organiza-
tions provide safe, temporary housing while these veterans return to productive lives." VA has identified public and community nonprofit groups eligible to receive payments for housing and supportive services to homeless veterans, including 49 grants for vans that will transport homeless veterans to health care and training programs. The grants are part of VA's continuing efforts to reduce homelessness among veterans.
VA has the largest integrated network of homeless-assistance programs in the country. In many cities and rural areas, VA social workers and other clinicians working with community and faith-based partners conduct extensive outreach programs, clinical assessments, medical treatments, alcoholand drug-abuse counseling and employment assistance. VA's Grant and Per Diem program helped reduce the number of veterans who are
homeless on a typical night last year by 21% to about 154,000 veterans. VA also provides health care to about 100,000 homeless veterans, compensation and assistance in obtaining foreclosed homes and excess Federal property, including clothes, footwear, blankets and other items. More information about VA's homeless programs is available on the internet at http://www.va.gov/homeless.
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Health Care for America Now (HCAN), an unprecedented coalition of major organizations including labor unions, large Pennsylvania-based membership groups, women’s groups, doctors, nurses, small businesses, and leading netroots activists, has debuted a Brave New Films’ documentary titled Diagnosis: Now! Diagnosis: Now! uses the stories of everyday Americans to illustrate how the health-care industry continues to put profits before people’s needs, and to highlight the urgency in winning quality, affordable health care for everyone in America. HCAN affiliates hosted more than 300 parties in more than 180 cities across 40 states today – the most house parties held on a single day for an issue-advocacy campaign. HCAN is also holding a virtual party online tonight on Firedoglake. com. You can join the party at 7pm EST online here: www. Firedoglake.com. “This new film clearly illustrates people across the country continue to be at the mercy of
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Prisons Seek Guards, Schedule Open House SEPTA Welcomes Mock-Up
The Philadelphia Prison System will hold an open house on next Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Job-seekers are invited to tour the Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility at 7901 State Road, in Northeast Philadelphia. “We need to hire Correctional Officers, and I want potential applicants to see our facilities, talk to staff and see our operations. After that, I think they’ll be ready to
choose corrections as a career path,” said Prisons Commissioner Louis Giorla. Men and women who are interested in becoming correctional officers are urged to RSVP at (215) 685-8914 or email to recruiters@ prisons.phila.gov. The deadline for applications is Oct. 17, 2008. Job applications may also be picked up at the Municipal Services Building lobby. With a starting salary of $32,816, these civil-service
jobs offer excellent benefits and opportunities for advancement. Prison staff will meet with applicants and answer questions. Officers will escort small groups for tours of the housing areas. “We’re looking for new recruits to join the 1757 men and women who work as Correctional Officers in our facilities,” said Giorla. “This is part of an ongoing effort to raise the staffing level until we reach our goal of 1904 authorized officers. We’re going to start a new class of Officers every five weeks until we reach our goal. This will allow us to reduce forced overtime and reduce restricted movement in the facilities.”
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parts of the rail cars. Local companies will supply parts such as the HVAC systems, gear units, propulsion systems and door systems, infusing important dollars into the economy.
The mock-up was built to help engineers in the design and manufacturing process for the fleet of commuter rail cars ordered by SEPTA from United Transit Systems, a consortium of Hyundai Rotem of South Korea and Sojitz Corporation of America. Scheduled to begin delivery next year, the new rail cars will help SEPTA provide an improved, more-comfortable experience for riders by incorporating advanced elements into the design and adding much-needed capacity to accommodate SEPTA’s ever-growing ridership. Final assembly of the new rail cars will be completed by Hyundai Rotem USA at its facility in South Philadelphia. To build the fleet, the company has announced plans to create hundreds of jobs at the site. In addition to Hyundai Rotem USA, dozens of companies throughout Greater Philadelphia, as well as Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware were awarded manufacturing contracts to build
“Seeing a model of our new rail cars really brings to life our vision for improved service and a better experience for all riders,” said Joseph M. Casey, SEPTA general manager. “The addition of the Silverliner V, introduction of the new hybrid bus fleet and our recently announced service expansion are all important steps in the right direction for SEPTA and our region as a whole.” Although the mock-up itself will not carry passengers, it plays a critical role in development of the pilot car, a working rail car that will undergo extensive testing to ensure the safest, most comfortable ride for SEPTA passengers possible. The fleet of 120 Silverliner V rail cars is being specially designed to meet the needs of the SEPTA system and its ridership, so careful planning, analysis and testing are essential to the success of the project. The mock-up is currently undergoing inspection at SEPTA’s Wayne Junction Car Shop. From there, SEPTA will transport it to Suburban Station where it will be on display for the public for a period of time this fall. There, visitors will have the opportunity to go inside the car and see examples of what the finished car will look like. It will include working electricity and lighting, signage and design elements, as well as exhibits to show the origin
designed with specific goals in mind. CAPACITY: The 85 footlong Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) self-propelled passenger car can hold up to 108 seated passengers, including two wheelchair spaces on each car in compliance with passenger accessibility standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act. COMFORT: The new rail cars will be equipped with features such as a fully automatic year-round climate control system, contoured passenger seating and non-glare interior lighting to provide a new level of comfort for passengers. EASE OF USE: The Silverliner V design also features doorways located in the middle of each car to improve passenger flow, as well as electronic destination signage and announcement system to more clearly communicate stops to riders. ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY: A key technical element of the rail car includes an efficient AC Propulsion System with a traction motor to regenerate electricity during braking, thus saving energy. SEPTA expects the Silverliner V pilot car to arrive in Philadelphia in the spring, when SEPTA engineers will thoroughly inspect and test the car. Once approved, manufacturing of the remainder of the fleet will commence, bringing SEPTA passengers even closer to a better riding experience.
by Ruth R. Russell Unless you have been living on the moon, you are aware that Americans are electing a new president this November. The campaign has been going on for months (it seems like years) and the National Constitution Center (NCC) is capitalizing on the current political frenzy. ‘Headed to the White House,’ a lively new look at the election process, opened appropriately on Constitution Day, September 17, and will continue through January 20, 2009, when a new president is inaugurated. Visitors will enjoy the sights and sounds of this unique American tradition as they move through “You’re in the Race,” “The Race is On,” “The Final Countdown” and “Hail to the Chief.” There will also be an opportunity to see ‘Freedom Rising,’ the moving drama about this country’s beginnings, and
visit the Founders Hall and stand shoulder to shoulder with Constitution Signers’ Hall, a favorite stop of mine. NCC is on Independence Mall at 525 Arch St. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is charged. To learn more, call 215-409-6600 or visit www.constitutioncenter.org. ‘Ghosts & Shadows’ For something completely different, consider viewing ‘Ghosts and Shadows,’ a group of outdoor sculptures, installed by the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education (SCEE) at its historic farmhouse and barn at the corner of Port Royal Avenue and Hagy’s Mill Road in Roxborough. Four talented artists have created this Ghost Forest, and on Thursday, September 25, they will lead a tour of their installations from
5:30 to 6:30 p.m., followed by a talk at 7 p.m. by local historians on the agriculture and environment of the area. Families get involved on Friday, September 26, from 7 to 9:30 p.m., with a night hike to learn about nocturnal animals and sounds after dark, followed by the toasting of marshmallows around a campfire. Bring a flashlight, and pre-register (there’s a charge for non-members) at 215-482-7300, extension 110. Installations are on display through January 2, 2009. Family workshops Back indoors, we review the creative workshops planned by the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Broad and Cherry Streets, for the fall season. Families are welcome on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to view artworks and complete art projects centering on subjects such as animation toys, col-
Ruth Russell lages, watercolors, even Halloween decorations. Sessions run from October 4 through December 13 and are free for members, free with admission for non-members; there are special group rates. Call 215972-2061. Free at the Kimmel Two free concerts are planned for next Friday, October 3, at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Broad and Spruce Streets. First will be the Aerial Photo-
graph Quartet, performing “compositions mixed with elements of the instrumentation and improvisation of jazz,” at 6:30 p.m., in the Commonwealth Plaza. Then, organist Nathan Laube will perform an organ postlude at 10 p.m. in Verizon Hall. Visit www.kimmelcenter.org for more information about free concerts. Stars and Learning Tree Mount Airy Learning Tree, the popular community education program for all ages, is offering a variety of classes and activities this fall including arts & crafts, dance, music, yoga, health & exercise and cooking. There’s also a course for those who love to view the night sky. A local architect and amateur astronomer will lead ‘A Night Sky Primer’ for beginners on Saturdays, September 27, October 4 and 18 (not the 11th), from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Kids
ages 7-13 are free with an adult. For charges, location and other information on this and other Learning Tree opportunities, call 215-843-6333 or visit www.mtairylearningtree.org. Art for kids, all ages ‘Modern Madness’ is the theme of the Family Gallery Tour on Sunday, September 28, at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th Street and the Parkway. Parents and their kids (ages 6-10) are invited to discover theme-related works of art; “same day walkup” tickets, which may be obtained at the Visitors Service Desk, are required and availability is limited. Family members of all ages are invited to take part in Drawing Together in the galleries from noon to 2:30 p.m. This is a drop-in activity, free after museum admission, and (Cont. Page 27)
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Iron Hill: stick to great bargain-priced specials by Len Lear Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurants, which has seven locations in the Greater Philadelphia area, is a typical chain in many ways. It has an encyclopedic menu — the same menu in all seven restaurants — so there’s not a lot of room for creativity or individuality on the part of their chefs. Generally, the food is just okay, and the prices are not inexpensive, but when it comes to their monthly specials, I don’t think any area mid-scale restaurant can beat them. (I normally write about restaurants in or near Center City in this column, but I think it’s worth using this space for the Iron Hill chain of suburban restaurants — Delaware, Montgomery and Chester Counties — because of the truly unusual bargains offered.) We’ve eaten at Iron Hill in
North Wales, eastern Montgomery County, several times, and the experience is usually a mixed bag when ordering from the regular menu. For example, during a visit last week the best thing by far that we had off the regular menu was the salmon spring rolls. This was definitely an entree-sized dish, although it was listed as an appetizer and priced at just $10.95 — remarkable considering the price of salmon these days. There were six ample spring rolls packed with salmon, spinach, red onion, pickled ginger and wasabi and accompanied by a sesame-soy dipping sauce. They were literally bursting with flavor. But while this dish rated an A, the others we tried from the regular menu ranged from B to D. All four of us at the table agreed that the baked North American Pollack ($14.95) was basically taste-
less, which may be why it is not a significant commercial fish. It could have used a zesty sauce to enhance both the texture and flavor. (Interestingly, there is also a Pollock fish in the North Atlantic, which tends to be much more flavorful than the Pollack.) A pan-seared shrimp, scallop and crabmeat entree ($23.95) was relatively bland, and its chardonnay cream sauce was soupy. On the other hand, one dessert that blew us away was the dense chocolate cake with a warm peanut butter center, chocolate ganache and vanilla ice cream. It is very pricey at $8.50 but easily enough for two people. (I ordered coffee with dessert, but the server did not bring out any cream, and we were not able to track him down after that to get the cream.) But at Iron Hill you cannot go wrong sticking to the spe-
Len Lear cials. Every month there is a different two-course dinner for $19.95 per person. It also used to include two 10-ounce glasses of draft beer, made on the premises, but now those draft beers cost $2.50 each. The current specialty “Oktoberfest Menu,” available every night through the end of October, starts with an entreesized grilled sausage platter that includes lots of muscular bratwurst, knockwurst, braised lentils, watercress and
stone-ground mustard. This is a huge treat, especially since there is only one German restaurant left in the Delaware Valley (Otto’s Brauhaus in Horsham). The second course, which is basically a second entree, is fork-tender pan-roasted pork tenderloin, sautéed and seasoned, with smashed potatoes, beerbraised cabbage, homemade applesauce (too watery) and gingersnap gravy. This is very good German food and lots of it for an amazing price. And another terrific bargain that Iron Hill offers yearround but only on Sunday nights is the prime rib dinner — a 14-ounce steak with a tossed salad, baked potato, vegetable and glass of wine or 16-ounce beer — for just $19.95. When I first saw the ad, I thought the price had to be a typo, but when we went there on a Sunday night for the special, we found that the
$19.95 price was indeed the real deal. I don’t know how they do it. At Iron Hill in North Wales, opened in March of 2004, beer enthusiasts are able to watch the fascinating handcrafted brewing process through large glass windows that enclose the brewery. My own favorites are the Pig Iron Porter, a robust, mediumbodied dark ale with a roasted flavor; Raspberry Wheat, a spectacular, sweet Belgianstyle beer with a touch of raspberry aroma and flavor (at $3.50 for 10 ounces, a steal); Wee Heavy, a rich, dark brown Scotch ale with a distinctly malty aroma and caramel flavor that goes perfectly with spicy food; and Hefeweizen, a great mediumbodied, unfiltered Bavarian wheat beer with flavors of banana and clove. The Iron Hill restaurants, (Cont. Page 27)
REPUBLICAN aspirant in 1st State Senate Dist., Jack Morley, left, and Party Chairman Vito Canuso are buoyed by recent polls showing strength for Morley in key areas.
BELLRINGER’S hammer was almost too heavy for 11year-old Devin McCormick, of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School, as she tried to ring JOINING UP with Johnny Doc at bell at Schlembach Scholar- fundraiser were Lauren Vidas, Esq. and ship fundraiser. Marita Crawford.
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THE RHYTHM & BLUES blue-carpet attendees at Pioneer Awards included, from left, Leon & Regina Huff, Faatimah & Kenneth Gamble, former Mayor and Mrs. Langford of Atlantic City and Jerry Blavat. Photo by Martin Regusters, Leaping Lion Photography
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STATE SENATE candidate Jack Morley pulls his beaming campaign team around him in fundraiser at Vesper Club in Center City.
10TH ANNUAL Ernie Schlembach, Jr. , charity scholarship fundraiser, organized by IBEW Local 98 Business Mgr. John J. Dougherty, center, brought out hundreds at 2nd & Mifflin. Joining Dougherty are Councilman Bill Green and Ernie Schlembach, Sr.
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US Senator Arlen Spector has assigned Kevin Watson to be his Community Affair Liaison in the Kensington office of State Rep. John Taylor. Welcoming him are office manager Lynn Adaire and 90 year old constituent Adele Isphording.
McCain Bus Visits Eagles Standing Down Brings In Vets In Need Liberty Medal For Gorbachev
PUSHING McCain In South Philadelphia at stadium were Ward Leaders Joe D’Urso, Nick Marrandino and GOP Southeastern POA Executive Director Joseph DeFelice.
MASSIVE effort to help downtrodden veterans is point of Operation Stand Down, which recently brought in over 400 of them off city streets for a three-day weekend of service Photo by Patrick J. Hughes and care at N.E. Armory.
Wadsworth Parties With Sen. Washington
LITTLE JAZZ Giants from New Jersey were among a dozen groups, and Ray Goodman and Brown, entertaining Wadsworth Day audience.
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ENJOYING VIP reception prior to Liberty Medal award ceremony are Gov. Ed Rendell, First Lady Judge Marjorie O. Rendell, and veteran newscaster Tom Brokaw. Photo by Bonnie Squires
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HOSTESS State Sen. LeAnna Washington is SOME of crowd queuing up at escorted by State Sen. Anthony Williams and one of many booths lining 1600 Crestmont Steppers as they tour avenue dur- block of Wadsworth Avenue. ing 13th annual Wadsworth Day Celebration.
JOE TORSELLA, CEO of the National Constitution Center; Russian President Mikhail Gorbachev, Liberty Medal award-winner; and his translator Pavel Palazchenko at a press conference preceding the award ceremony.
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Out & About (Cont. from Page 9) “I don’t believe we should spend money for wars when we have people without health care here,” he said. “There should be more money for education and kids should be going to college. McDonald’s and Burger King should be where senior citizens that need a little extra money can work.” When he’s not canvassing himself, he provides folks with pretzels, water and other
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(Cont. from Page 9) 11:00 a.m. and will end at 56th & Chester Avenue. Call Kevin at (215) 307-8350. I’ll be there too! Snooper’s “Political Poll”: We did this one on a very important ‘local race’ for the DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE. We spoke to 100 potential voters (Democrats only) and here are the results of who they chose. DAN McCAFFERY - 46, Seth Williams - 28, and JUDGE THERESA DENI (who has since dropped out) - 18, while 8 were UNDECIDED. A few of them were not too pleased with what The Inspector General was doing. McCaffery did not get too many negative comments towards him; however, they’ll be watching him too. Judge Deni is perfect right where she is today, a Judge! Snooper’s “UPDATE” Files: Last week I told you, especially all you “animal lovers”, who read this newspaper faithfully, about THE S.P.C.A. A few of you asked if they still ADOPT PETS.
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(ever notice that they don’t campaign without each other?) spent the day in Media, Pa. on Monday. In addition to McAuliffe, Howard Dean, the current chairman of the Democratic National Committee, was in town last weekend. He came
to Temple to rally the College Democrats. And I’ve even had kids pass out voter-registration forms in the middle of my class at Temple Center City. (I wish they would have waited until after class to do that, but their hearts were in
the right place.) There’s a lot at stake in this election. A lot of things are going on that we as Philadelphians really need to have a say in. Your vote is your say. Exercise it. The last day to register to vote is Oct. 6.
The answer is absolutely yes. Let me tell you, WENDY EVANS, Facilities Manager, told me with great pride their PETS are ready for your adoptions, and more importantly, they’re all checked out by DR. MUAKO and his professional staff. Let me personally suggest to all of you, be sure and have them put a CHIP in your pet; you’ll be so glad I told you. Call them at (215) 426-6300. The S.P.C. A. is located at 330 E. Erie Avenue. Please stop by! Snooper’s “I Told You So” Files: Yes Philadelphia, another fine Police Officer has paid the ‘ultimate price’: her life. This is one that should never have happened, and WE all agree this was a senseless act. OFFICER ISABEL NAZARIO of the NARCOTICS UNIT was our latest victim. She was a loving MOM, a ‘sweetheart’ to CARLOS BUITRAGO, her fiancé, who is also a Police Officer. I have great respect
for our Police Commissioner CHARLES RAMSEY for the wonderful remarks he made at her Funeral Mass at The Cathedral of SS. Peter & Paul. His remarks really ‘hit home’ for a lot of us who watched all the sadness, and enjoyed all THE LOVE by her fellow Officers. How many more funerals must we go to? STOP! Snooper’s Public Servant Files: I should have done this
a long time ago and, I might add, I personally apologize to this gentleman for being so late. HON. JOSEPH EVERS, The Prothonotary of Philadelphia, is my choice for this distinguished honor. This gentleman has served this City and The 1st Judicial Dist. with professionalism, dignity, respect and his best asset, honesty.
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money, it's about personal, partisan politics. Boy, isn't that shocking. What it really could be about is the Council President vote next time. God forbid the three Republican votes should play a role in that future election! Condolences go out to the Tartaglione family on the loss of GENE TARTAGLIONE, who recently passed. Gene had suffered for a long time with his health, but in true Tartaglione fashion he refused to give in. They say behind every good man stands a strong woman. In this case, COMMISSIONER MARGE TARTAGLIONE and the rest of the family had a strong man standing behind his woman! Rest in Peace, Gene!
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(Cont. from Page 9) much. Just who do these people think they're fooling? I'd like to call up someone in authority to report what's going on. However, the telephone company is in on the conspiracy too. They've printed the phone books in type so small, no one could ever find a number in there. All I can do is pass these observations along with this warning: We are under attack. Unless something drastic happens, pretty soon everyone will have to suffer these awful indignities. Please pass this on to everyone you know as soon as possible so we can get this conspiracy stopped. And I have been using a larger font size to write my columns because something has happened to my computer's fonts. They are smaller than they once were. I tell you, it is a conspiracy – right?
(Cont. from Page 9) retirement to Rizzo he gets a little irritated, so he must be thinking of retiring for a day and then running for a new term, which should float with the voters and the Committee of 70 like the Hindenburg. An interesting development occurred with WILSON GOODE, JR.’S Communist plan to have an all-Democratic Council. He started off saying his purpose was to shrink the Council and save $1 million. Now there are reports his colleagues got on him, and he compromised and said 17 members are OK but only with one at-Large Republican. So it's not about
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(Cont. from Page 9) brother, as well as her nephew JOHN REILLY, are former Mayors of Pottsville); SISTER MARY SCULLION, who is active with the homeless in Philadelphia; and MR. & MRS. WENDELL YOUNG – he is an international VP for the Food and Commercial Workers. GOV. ED RENDELL is the special guest appearing at a reception for STATE REP. FRANK X. CUSTER at the White Marsh Valley Country Club on Oct. 2 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The Counsel General of Ireland NIALL BURGESS was the host at a reception in honor of MICHAEL MARTIN, the Minister of Foreign
Affairs of the Republic of Ireland, on Sep. 26 at the Counsel General headquarters on Park Avenue in New York. The Self-Help Movement will celebrate its 41st Anniversary in the field of drug and alcohol rehabilitation at a dinner to be given at the Armory located at 2700 Southampton Road, commencing at 6:00 p.m. on Oct. 16. DR. RUGGIERO is the founder and CEO and retired JUDGE JEROME A. ZALESKI is chairman of the board. There will be an evening reception for STATE SEN. MIKE STACK at La Veranda on Thursday, Sep. 25 commencing at 5:30 p.m. MARTIN WEINBERG is the finance chairman of the reception.
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ALASKA is in the news locally, and not just in the election campaign. ‘Southwest Alaska, A World of Parks and Wildlife Refuges at the Crossroads’ is on display at Philadelphia Art Alliance, 251 South 18th St., now through October 19. Photos by Robert Glenn Ketchum (example above) are on the second floor, while ‘Bioforms’ by Lisa Murch are on the first floor. For hours and entry fees, call 215-545-4302 or visit www.philartalliance.org.
Art and music options for families (Cont. from Page 23) staffers are on hand with materials. For more information about family programs, call 215-235-7469 or visit www.philamuseum.org. Justin Roberts Dodge Caravan Peanut Butter & Jams will welcome
Justin Roberts to World Café Live, 3025 Walnut St., on Saturday, September 27. The show starts at 11:30 a.m.; doors open at 11. This performer sings about dinosaurs, bullies, losing teeth and other kid stuff and also provides a “kiddie mosh pit” for eager
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Last Year’s Coverage Found Many Happy Celebrants
COUNCIL PRESIDENT Anna C. Verna, Columbus Day Parade Chair, left, welcomes Ann Brown, Controller Alan Butkovitz, Dr. Anthony Colavito and Columbus Day Event Chairman Mike Ziccardi to pre-Columbus Day reception at JNA Institute of Culinary Arts.
AMONG dignitaries attending Columbus Day Parade and Festival in South Philadelphia were Emile Buc- VIPs in attendance included Jerry Blavat, Parade co-chair ceroni, Judge Matt Carrafiello and his wife, and Ed Council President Anna Verna, Congressman Bob Brady and Superior Court candidate Ron Folino. Wright.
VETERAN marchers Nick and Mark and Domenic Rago confer with Council President Anna Verna as Emile Bucceroni, left, looks on.
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Letters (Cont. From Page 7) 141 Ritner St., Phila., PA 19148 or calling (215) 467-4643 or (215) 334-3691. Oct. 17- Farewell Party for State Rep. Harold James at Sheet Metal Workers Hall, 1301 S. Columbus Blvd., 6-10 p.m. Community tickets $50, businesses $100. For info Blondell Parsons (215) 3705756. Oct. 20- Fall Cocktail & Buffet Party by Democratic City Committee at Sheet Metal Workers Hall, 1301 S. Columbus Blvd. Tickets $150. For info (215) 2417804. Oct. 23- 66A Ward Democratic Executive Committee annual preelection gala at Chickie’s & Pete’s, 11100 Roosevelt Blvd. $35. For info Shawn Dillon (215) 637-6360. Oct. 26- Ceremony commemorating 25th anniversary of Beirut bombing in which 8 Phila. Marines were killed, at Korean War Memorial / Purple Heart Memorial, Dock & Columbus Blvd., 10 a.m.
(Cont. From Page 7) comes President and is incapacitated and Gov. “VP” Palin becomes President, she will pick up where President Theodore Roosevelt left off; and Corporate America will not even have the Gates of Hell to support them. I personally think a President Palin will not continue this illegal Iraq War. I wish good luck and health to all the candidates, but they should recognize all the Afghanistan and Iraq War veterans, including those against the war. They all served and have a right to be heard and recognized by the candidates. And remember, they are elected by, and are to serve, the American public, the citizens of the Republic – not the non-citizen corporations. John J. Kline USMC, VFW, VFP, F&AM, Democrat
Miracles Jim Tayoun claims Nohaid Al-Shamy is “monthly proof miracles do happen” (Aug. 14). She is nothing of the sort. What are the facts? She came out of a coma, apparently on her own. This happens all the time. She had an experience while comatose, which she characterizes as a saintly visitation. It is not uncommon for people to dream while comatose. For that matter, it’s not uncommon for someone in a coma to have some awareness of their surroundings, even though they can’t show it. So, even if she hadn’t known she had a medical problem before becoming comatose, she could have been aware of it from hearing people talk about her condition. Given that she’s a religious believer, it’s not surprising that this would have led her to thinking of supernatural entities in whom she believes (saints) in the hope of getting
assistance from them. If the physiological event that caused the painful sensation in her throat and the subsequent “wound” (of which we’re given no description) occurred while she was dreaming, she would have incorporated that into her dream by imagining that one of the saints was touching her throat. This sort of thing happens to me all the time: someone is being interviewed on the radio, and in my dream this becomes someone talking to me. Finally, we’re told that her “wound” becomes visible at the time of month that she visits the saint’s shrine. We’re not told that this has been documented but, even if it has, there could well be a naturalistic explanation. At this time of month she would be thinking more about her throat, resulting in a change of muscle tone in that area. This could make a scar more visible by stretching or compressing it, by increasing blood flow to the area, or a
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Guardian Angels? Once again we have the dressed up Red Beret-wearing clowns with their "smoke and mirrors" circus act as they jump in front of the cameras on another Philadelphia violence-related tragedy. I agree citizens should become more involved with reducing crime in their neighborhoods. But I am concerned with the Guardian Angels and their promises to local residents with regards to patrolling communities and SEPTA while the news cameras are rolling. After the smoke clears, the Guardian Angels fade from
the scene, with no followup to the original promise made to residents while the news cameras were filming. I can speak of this concern, due to the fact I was one of the original members of the Guardian Angels when they started back in the 1979. I have seen the Guardian Angels change from a grassroots effort to becoming a media circus pain, with their star attraction clown Curtis Sliwa leading the parade as they solicit funds. As an anti-crime activist in Philadelphia from 1977 through 2008, I feel residents concerned about crime within their communities should form partnerships with Philadelphia's real heroes, our men and women in blue of the Philadelphia and SEPTA Police Depts. Any community needing outside citizens to patrol it, without local residents taking action and working with the law enforcement, is a neighborhood that is truly lost. Greg Bucceroni
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