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11 Seniors Simply Take A Census Test Honored; Who Will Be Number 1? STATE SEN. Anthony Williams and Philadelphia Regional Census Director Fernando Armstrong discussing census before the taping of Williams' television show “Capitol Update”, filmed at Philadelphia Census Office.
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State Sen. Anthony H. Williams, in collaboration with the Philadelphia Regional Census Center, will present census testing throughout the 8th Senatorial Dist. from January through March. The census office plans to hire 1,500 people in the Philadelphia, Bucks and Montgomery Co. region for various positions starting as early as April. “We all know times are tough, especially here in the greater Philadelphia area,” Williams said. “Census opportunities will help provide em-
“Reporting South Philadelphia the way it deserves”
ployment to individuals in our community, in addition to ensuring that our city receives the resources we need.” After each census, taken every 10 years, the results are used to reexamine the apportionment of political representation and to appropriate over $3 trillion in federal funds to state and local governments. These allocations will affect the resources available for social programs, education and infrastructure projects. In the past, cities such as Chicago and Los Angeles lost (Cont. Page 2)
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Andiamo...Let's Go: Luigi Discovers Philadelphia is available at www.amazon.com
by R. George Linton Families sat around the coffee tables in row homes from Oregon Avenue to South Street. South Philadelphians crowded in corner bars to watch it on TV sets. Community centers from Fels Center on Broad & Porter to Barrett Nabuurs in Grays Ferry were filled with people watching history being made in Washington, D.C. South Philadelphia joined the entire city, the country at large and the world to watch the inauguration of President Barack H. Obama. Where were you when President Obama took his oath of office to be the 44th Commander in Chief of our great nation? A Jumbotron was set up in Old City outside of the Constitution Center on Independence Mall. But South Philadelphia’s diverse communities stayed at home, Tuesday. Everybody – from Italians to Cambodian – was celebrating the same thing … President Barack Hussein CAMBODIAN Association of Greater Philadelphia After-School ProObama’s history-making inauguration. gram hosted its 7th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service. On When President Obama placed his Monday, volunteers worked alongside youth to beautify blocks in South hand on the Bible, at the 56th inauguPhiladelphia. They led a community cleanup effort in neighborhood ral celebration, where were you? where after-school program is located, on 2416-18 S. 7th Street. (Cont. Page 27)
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by R. George Linton A former South Philadelphia Public Record columnist has driven himself to success by publishing a brand new children’s book. Remember Luigi the Fiat car? Well, Luigi and his driver, author and South Philadelphia teacher- Luigi Borda turned the cars travels and ad(Cont. Page 2)
South Philadelphia’s senior community has found itself in a threemonth competition to come up with the top 11 seniors in their community. Sponsored by the Philadelphia Consumer Council and the South Philadelphia Public Record, the 11 will be named at a morning gala held at the South Philadelphia Older Adult Center at 10th & Dickinson at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 29.
Who will be number 1 senior? Hundreds of nomination ballots were distributed throughout the community directly to senior centers and through the pages of the South Philadelphia Public Record. Deadline is 26th of this month. Al Boccella, executive director of the nonprofit which was established in 1982, said, “There are countless seniors in this area who, each by themselves, can be considered outstanding leaders and servants working for the public good. We are lucky to have the ballots guide us as to who among them should be honored this first time around. “The most difficult task of the selection committee was in determining a person’s dedication and commitment to volunteer their services for others. (Cont. Page 27)
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Oldest Business Association in South Philadelphia – Chartered in 1897 1505 South Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19147 (215)-336-1108 (215)-336-1149 (fax) Executive Board President – Louis Lozzi, Sr. Vice President – Barbara Capozzi, Esq. Secretary – Lou Cerino Treasurer – Reggie Lozzi Executive Director – Edward J. Wright, Jr.
To join as a member of the SPBA, please call (215)-336-1108
Growing SPBA Members A.J. Mechanical (John Franklin) Academy of Sacred Arts (Sr. Paula ) Allstate Insurance Agent (Michael Phillips) Allstate Insurance Agent (Frank Genzano) Alpha Realty Group (Joseph Bianco) Angelo’s Tile & Marble Outlet (Angelo Bucci) Cedar Shopping Centers Partnership, LP - Bruce Nobile Armando Rey Jewelers (Armando Rey) Beneficial Savings Bank (Donna Russo) Business Development (Joe Reo) Capozzi Real Estate (Barbara Capozzi) Career Link (Janice Amoroso) Carmana Designs, Ltd (Annamaria Vona) Catch (Ray Pescatore) Century 21 (Stephanie Capocci) Century 21 (Albert Perry) Cheech’s Beef & Ale (Frank Spatocco) Chickie’s Deli (Henry George) Chris Miceli (Christine Miceli) Citizen’s Bank (Darlene Cellucci) Clinical Research Services (Tracy Abraham R.N.) Commerce Bank (Rosaanna Chiappetta) Commerce Dept./OBS (Marge Marziani) Conestoga Bank (Jackie Fitzpatrick) Creative Financial Group (Tom Hayn) DeFino Law Associates (Vince DeFino) DeMarino Chiropractic Ctr. (JamesDeMarino) Dom’s Auto Repairs (Dominic Vitale) DP Construction Mngt. LLC (Mark DeMatteis) Engineer Bldg Supervisor (Phil Filippello) Foundation Investment LLC (Phil Sestito) Galdo’s Catering (Lou Galdo) Gangemi Funeral Home (Vince Gangemi) Goebel Insurance Agency (Chris Goebel) Gold Medal Disposal (Lou Gentile) Goldstein’s Men’s Clothing (Vince Talatta) Home Helpers (Ralph Digneo) JohnDelGaiso,Pediatric Dentist (John DelGaiso) Landmark Prof. Design (Vince Mancini) Leonetti/O’Leary Funeral Home (Katy Logan) Louis Tag Agency (Louis Cerino) Lou Lozzi’s Auto (Lou Lozzi) M & S Garage (Sonny Marino) Maggie Moos (Frank Pantano) Mamma Maria’s (Sante Chiavatti) Mason’s Local #592 (Mike Fera) Mercury Realty (Greg Ferry) Merit Manufacturing (John Ciancaglini) Dr. Michelle Eisenhower (Internest) Micolex Pest Control (Michael Busillo) Money Mailer of Philadelphia (Thomas Cimino)
Monti-Rago Funeral Home (Mark Rago) New York Bakery (Stephen Candeloro) Olivieri Jewelers (Daniel Olivieri) Oregon Window Co Inc. (Tony Nardy) Pacifico Ford (Rocky DeGregorio) Packer Café Inc. (Ciarrocchi) Pastificio (Frank Sangiuliano) Penna Burial Company Inc. (VictorBaldi Jr.) Petal Pusher Florist (John Vacca) Phila Family Medicine (Joseph Di Renzo) Phila Performing Arts School (Joan Pescatore) Phil’s Excellent Auto Repair (Phillip Rick’s) Pietro Jewelers Inc. (Pietro Pace) Precise Realty (Ray Rizzo) Presto Printing (John Savarese) Professional Custom Tailoring (Pat Scioli) Prudential Savings Bank (Nick DiGianvittorio) Public Record (Jim Tayoun) Ralph & Rickey Inc (Rickey Sciulli) RHG Products (Michael Ristagna) New York Life Insurance (Rosetta Conigliaro) Rizzio’s General Auto Repairs (Mike Rizzio) Ron Donatucci, Reg. of wills (Ron Donatucci) Ron Patterson, Esq. (Ron Patterson) Royal Villa Café (Nella Scafidi) Scaramuzzi Construction Co. (Frank Scaramuzzi) Simonetta’s Italian Deli (Philip Simonetta) South Phila Family Practice (Bill O’Brien DO) South Phila. Orthodontic Assoc.- Steven Cohen Stolfo Funeral Home (Paul Stolfo) Sunoco Oil Refinery (John McCann) Swan Caterer’s (Carmen D’Aquilante) The Cutting Point (Jerry Masciantonio) The Temple Group Inc. (Maceo Cummings) Today’s Styles (John Palella) United Savings Bank (Denise D’Eletto) University Dynamics MRI (Linda A Duffy) Vare Ave. Auto Sales (Todd Coles) Vince Guisini, Esq. (Vince Guisini) South Philly.com (Don Burleson) Weccacoe Development Inc. (Fred Druding Sr.) William Mestichelli, DDS (William Mestichelli) Southern Auto Tags (Anthony Prisco) Southwark Civic Assn. (Karen Brown) South Philly Pretzel Factory (Sam Sklaroff) P.N.C. Bank (Joanne Baccari) P.N.C. Bank (Chad Shank) Your Optimal Health LLc (Freddie Ganno) United Check Cashing (John Shegda) William Festa Realty (Ed LeClair)
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Census Job Opportunity (Cont. From Page 1) out on hundreds of millions of dollars in funding due to undercounts of the population. Residents who are interested in positions with the census must take a basic skills test to qualify and to determine appropriate placement. To schedule testing, call 1(866) 861-2010 or visit the regional census center online at www.census.gov/rophi/www/ emply.html. “We make every effort to recruit and hire people for the 2010 Census from the communities in which they will be working,” said Fernando Armstrong, the regional director of the Philadelphia Regional Census Center.
Apply for Census Job. “Familiarity with a particular community is a benefit when applying for these positions.” Philadelphia’s Census Center is focusing on a large community education campaign, including outreach into local
communities, employing Partnership Specialists to work with particular constituencies, and hiring employees to work in their native communities. Census official’s hope this year’s consolidated 10-question form will also facilitate better involvement. “The census is much more than just numbers and statistics — it’s about coming together as a community,” Williams said. “Help your neighbors or your grandmother complete the census form, and explain why it’s important. Filling out the paperwork may only take about 10 minutes, but that participation will determine our neighborhood’s destiny.”
Geography Book For Kids (Cont. From Page 1) ventures into a geography book for kids aged 4-8. Andiamo...Let's Go! Luigi Discovers Philadelphia depicts a little boy and his adorable Italian car (Luigi) as they begin their travels in Philadelphia.
Music Career? As part of the Knowlton Leadership Program designed to enrich the Settlement Music School experience for Advanced Study students or anyone else considering a career in music, Settlement is offering a free workshop on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2 p.m. at Field Hall, Mary Louise Curtis Branch, 416 Queen Street. Free parking on site. The 90-minute workshop “How to Choose the Music School That Is Right for
The first in an upcoming series, Luigi and his Fiat travel from Italy to America, but they are not sure they want to stay until they are steered on a fun ride through the historical city of Philadelphia. Young readers are intro-
duced to Luigi's immigrant experience and the concept of world geography. The book is filled with fun, colorful illustrations and maps, as well as a matching game page at the end! For more information, please visit www.amazon.com.
You” will feature Settlement piano faculty member and former student Kristi Morgridge who is also the associate director of recruitment and financial aid at Temple University's Boyer College of Music and Dance. Morgridge will discuss differences between public and private universities; planning a college visit; how to get student loans; and other issues essential to pursuing a music degree. Participants will receive evaluation tools to help them and their families set priorities in the college-decision process. Ample time will be provided for questions from the audience. For more information, or to RSVP to the free workshop,
please contact the Knowlton Leadership Coordinator Kyle Bartlett at (215) 320-2693 or kbartlett@smsmusic.org.
‘Ballers Wanted THE SOUTHWARK Civic Association is looking for basketball players in the neighborhood. The Kids team and adult team are looking to swell its ranks. Practices are every Tuesday and Saturday at the Southwark School Gym, 7-9 p.m. For more information call Matt McKeown (215) 799-6048.
Scholarship Night The South Philly Businessmen Association is hosting their Scholarship Gala Friday Feb. 6 at Galdo’s Catering, 20th & Moyamensing Avenue.
Ivanoski. Among the senior judges honored were Alfred J. DiBona Jr., Ricardo C. Jackson, Sheldon C. Jelin, Stephen E. Levin, Eugene Maier, Robert J. Matthews, John J. Poserina, Jr., Abram Frank Reynolds, Edward E. Russell and Carolyn Engel Temin. Retired judges honored included President Judge Emeritus Edward J. Bradley, Eugene Cohen,
Anthony DeFino, Abraham Gafni, Bernard Goodheart, Marvin Halbert and Paul Ribner. Among the active judges present for the ceremony were Supreme Court Justice Seamus McCaffery, Jacqueline F. Allen, Mark I. Bernstein, Ann Butchart, Matthew D. Carrafiello, Denis P. Cohen, Amanda Cooperman, Ramy I. Djerassi, Michael Erdos, Administrative Judge D.
Webster Keogh, James Murray Lynn, William J. Manfredi, President Judge Emerita Frederica MassiahJackson, Jeffrey P. Minehart, Sandra Mazer Moss, Administrative Judge Joseph D. O’Keefe, Municipal Court President Judge Louis J. Presenza, Lisa M. Rau, Annette M. Rizzo, Supervising Judge Esther R. Sylvester, Coordinating Judge Allan L. Tereshko and John Milton Younge.
SENIOR and retired judges were regaled at cocktail hour in City Hall’s Conversation Hall. A wealth of legal experience was drawn thither, including, from left, C. Webster Keogh, C. Darnell Jones, II, and John Poserina.
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The senior and retired judges of the 1st Judicial Dist. of Pennsylvania were honored at a ceremony and reception in City Hall’s Conversation Hall recently. President Judge Pamela Pryor Dembe presided. Awards were presented to former President Judge C. Darnell Jones II, now a Federal District Court Judge, and retiring judges Victor J. DiNubile, William J. Mazzola and Leonard A.
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Washington Savings Bank Named Among Strongest Depositors at Washington Savings Association have long known why Bauer Financial, Inc. this week recommended a 4-star Excellent rating for financial strength and stability.
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Councilman Brian O'Neill has asked Mayor Michael Nutter to join him and other members of City Council in "a 12-month fundraising campaign" to raise $150,000 to purchase 3,000 new .40- and .45-caliber handguns for Philadelphia police officers. Responding to Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey's new policy initiative permitting police officers to carry more powerful guns, O'Neill questioned the "City’s requiring police officers to pay for their own weapons." Beginning in January of next year, Philadelphia Police Officers will be permitted to purchase their own .40-caliber and .45-caliber Glock handguns to carry on the job. "The burden to pay for these weapons should not fall on the men and women in our Police Dept., who put their lives on the line each and every day to protect the people of this city. As the son of a Philadelphia Police Officer, I can assure you this is not a
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Councilman Brian O’Neill …police need gun help personal expense for the officer. It is a family expense," O'Neill said. "Giving permission for Police Officers to use these higher-powered weapons does little, if anything, to protect them if officers cannot afford the $500 to purchase these guns," O'Neill said. O'Neill continued, "Realizing the current financial crisis confronting Philadelphia, I would ask local private-sector companies and philanthropic interests – as well as the people of Philadelphia – to step
up to the plate and provide the necessary funds to equip our 3,000 street-patrol officers with these much-needed weapons. "At an estimated cost of $500 per weapon, we would need to raise approximately $150,000 to equip our 3,000 street-patrol officers," he said. In a letter to Mayor Michael Nutter, O'Neill wrote, "Aside from the corporate and philanthropic communities, I would ask you join with me and my colleagues in City Council and appeal directly to the people of Philadelphia for donations to protect our police." O'Neill concluded by saying, "Philadelphians are generous and caring and we possess a deep commitment to our neighbors and our neighborhoods. There is nothing we can't do if we all work together. I believe raising $150,000 to protect our Police Officers is a realistic goal and a project worth focusing on."
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Congressman and Party Chairman Bob Brady is also chairman of the House Administration Committee and senior whip in the Democratic Caucus. To his credit, unbeknownst to the general public attending the Presidential inauguration festivities, goes the fact so much of the event was flawless. His hands and those of his staff were full with all sorts of last-minute requests, which they handled well and to satisfaction of all.
At The Inaugural There were so many Philadelphians, elected and nonelected, at the Inaugural that their presence was very evident at every major event. Unfortunately, we do not have the space to chronicle the lists and activities of those who were there, though we managed to squeeze in a few pics in this issue from our contributing editor Bonnie Squires, who goes where other reporters fear to tread. We noticed with pride the fact Sen. Bob Casey’s stock has gone up several notches since he came out early for our new President. It looked to us, viewing the TV news coverage, he is well positioned in the new pecking order and we expect to see him as a point man in the legislative battles to get President Barack Obama’s agenda through the Senate.
Here At Home We covered many an event for the Day of Service held in this city, where this, now a national tradition, first occurred marking the birthday of Rev. Martin Luther King. Some we hope to use in next week’s edition. Suffice to say here many of our local leaders were in attendance and anticipated at these events and all should be congratulated for lending their positions to the day.
Now We Wait Like the rest of the world, we now sit back and wait and watch to see how the new Administration moves through its all important first days. Initial perceptions are long-lasting, and we trust the Obama Administration will not disappoint its legions of supporters and those who did not support the new President, but still hope he does well.
Homeless Deaths According to recent published reports, 85 men and women passed away on the streets of Philadelphia or in shelters last year. It was only a few short years ago that Philadelphia was the envy of the nation. There were few homeless on our streets. There should be no homeless individuals living on the streets of Philadelphia or anywhere in this country. Shelters should be a shortterm emergency stop for people in need. Everyone who enters a shelter should receive socialservice support. Aftercare should likewise be provided for one full year to prevent a return to homelessness. What is required is a commitment to help those most vulnerable in our society: consistent social-service intervention; placement to clean and safe shelter beds; medical or institutional referral
Considering Barack Obama is to be sworn in as the next President, not to "rub it in", the least you could have done was openly acknowledge this fact. Having read the Public Record, Jan. 15, nowhere is it stated, “President Barack Obama”. Now President Obama is to be, it would have been nice to have had your open support of this fact by designating the man. When it came to Obama, it
would have been nice if you would have refrained from continuously specifying “African American”, as it denotes a "put-down". Sheriff John Green is nothing more than an "Uncle Tom", and the same goes for Mayor Michael Nutter. Both of them wanted Hillary Clinton and I, as a Black man, wanted Hillary Clinton, too, I confess. But after the primaries, I simply fell in line. All your paper expresses is Congressman Brady, so much so you overemphasize everything the man does! He's not the President and his District doesn't reflect his accomplishments. You drive around 18th & Columbia Avenue, while named Cecil B. Moore, and you'll see Mr. Brady's "accomplishments". Justin Nelson North Philly ED. REPLY: On Jan. 15, Barack Obama was a Senator. On Jan. 20, he became President. By custom, he will
40 for others. To inquire about registration call (215) 227-6161 or email to kwaters@pasenate.com. Jan. 29- State Rep. Babette Josephs, Councilwoman Maria Quiñones-Sánchez, others on redistricting public forum at 1st Unitarian Ch.,
2125 Chestnut St., 7:30-9:30. Jan. 30- Grand Opening Community College Ctr. for International Understanding and Biennial Magazine Breakfast at Ctr. for Business & Industry Rm., C2-5, 18th & Callowhill, 8 a.m. Feb. 6- S. Phila. Business As-
sociation Scholarship Dinner at Galdo’s Catering, 20th & Moyamensing Ave., 7 p.m. Donation $55. For reservations (215) 336-1108. Feb.23- 1st Ward Democratic Committee meets at Waterfall Room, 2015 S. Water St., 69 p.m. Tickets $125 ($35 for
process; and employment, training and placement programs. As we transition into a new year and embark on a mission to resolve the economic crisis that prevails throughout our country and more specifically our city, we should not forget last year’s request for and commitments to help those who are in need of our assistance the most. Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell
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be referred to as “President Obama” for the rest of his life. We mentioned his race once. 18th & Cecil B. Moore is in Congressman Chaka Fattah’s District.
Alive And Well I want to thank those who supported my 2008 State Senate campaign. We might not have been victorious but we succeeded anyway. We ran a strong and credible campaign on issues that are important to the District. We left footprints for Republicans to run viable races in urban Democratic strongholds. We set an example for Hispanics to run for elected office in Pennsylvania. And we helped preserve a two-party democracy by offering choices in an area where people are accustomed to being taken for granted by a one-party monopoly. Robert Nix Fox Chase committee persons). Call Joe Hoffman (215) 833-1943. Apr. 25- German American Police Association honors Geno’s Joe Vento as Man of Year at Cannstatter Volksfest Verein, 9130 Academy Rd. For details call President Jim Schwartz (856) 236-2286.
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Jan. 23- Juniata Golf Fdn. Holds Fundraiser at Juniata Pk. Boys Club, L & Cayuga Sts., 7-12 p.m. Tickets $30. For info call Bob Wheeler (215) 743-4060. Jan. 28- Phila. Commercial Development Corp. presents Retirement Planning for Small Businesses at 1441 Sansom St., Suite 300, 6-7:30
p.m. For reservations call (215) 790-2200 or email events@pcdc1.com. Jan. 28- Fundraiser for Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell at Maggiano’s Little Italy, 1201 Filbert St., 5:307:30 p.m. Call Jeff Felder for info (267) 809-2626. Jan. 29- State Sen. Shirley Kitchen hosts Standards of Excellence accountability training for nonprofits in 3rd Senatorial Dist. at Learning Center/Temple Univ. Health System, Hunting Park Ave. & Stokley St., 9 a.m.-12 m., registration 8:30 a.m. Free for 3rd Dist. nonprofits, $30-
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Cholesterol Doesn’t Show Cardiac Risk
A new national study has shown nearly 75% of patients hospitalized for a heart attack had cholesterol levels that would indicate they were not at high risk for a cardiovascular event, according to current national cholesterol guidelines. Specifically, these patients had low-density lipoprotein cholesterol levels that met current guidelines, and close to half had LDL levels classified in guidelines as optimal (less than 100 mg/dL). "Almost 75% of heart attack patients fell within recommended targets for LDL cholesterol, demon-
by Michael A. Cibik, Esq. American Bankruptcy Board Certified Question: Can I put my assets in someone else’s name before filing bankruptcy? Answer: Such transfers are not effective to put your assets beyond the reach of creditors and bankruptcy trustees. Worse, such action may lead to the denial of your discharge (11 U.S.C. 727) of the debt. Furthermore, a bankruptcy trustee can recover assets transferred within one year of the bankruptcy filing where the debtor did not get reasonably equivalent value for the asset, or where the transfer was made with intent to hin-
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Congratulating President On His Inauguration As President As We Also Commemorate The Memory of
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Not the kind of guy to say I told you so … but last week’s whisper has turned into somewhat of a loud roar. AL SCHMIDT has given notice at City Committee, saying it’s time for him to seek out new opportunities to serve. Unless I’m drunk on jungle juice, this can only mean a run for City Controller. Given MAYOR MICHAEL NUTTER’S announcement the City is now $2 billion with a “B” in debt (not the $1 B of one short month ago), this situation is beyond critical. Let’s sharpen our tusks and build a stampede of support behind Schmidt, not for the GOP, but for the city we love. It’s time for serious and competent citizens to step up and get our fiscal house in order. Speaking of rumors, these gigantic ears overheard allaround good guy JUDGE PAUL PANEPINTO might again set his sights on the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Maybe a good fight for Superior Court by the Judge would be a totally winnable plan. Judge Paul deserves a bump for sure, and Superior Court would be a nice notch in our belt. While we’re talking about tactical plans for success, has anyone suggested former US ATTORNEY PATRICK MEEHAN consider a run for Supreme Court if Gubernatorial dollars don’t start flowing soon? Pat would be a “shoe-in” if you ask me, and that would put the High Court squarely back in the GOP column. With ATTORNEY GENERAL TOM CORBETT shifting into high gear early, some strategic thinking on our part may net us three big victories in November instead of another goose egg. Montco Commissioner and former DA BRUCE CASTOR may give our Governor’s ticket the cross-state appeal to raise a banner in the capitol. (Cont. Page 24)
Being a part of history isn’t always easy. I found that out at about 4:30 a.m. Tuesday morning when my alarm went off at my friend Brian’s house in Washington, D.C. He was kind enough to let me crash on his couch while I was in town covering the inauguration of President Barack Obama. Waking up at 4:30 a.m. doesn’t make me a happy camper. I’m not a morning person. I’m especially not a morning person when it comes to hopping onto a filled-tocapacity Metro train with hundreds of thousands of other people and being pushed by what Brian refers to as “tourons” (a combination of “tourist” and “moron”) being searched and x-rayed, and then sitting out in a field on a 20degree winter morning. But why complain when you know you’ll be writing part of the historical record? I was among the folks lucky enough to score a ticket for Obama’s swearing-in as the nation’s 44th President. For the first time in a long time, I had gotten a story I could follow to the end. And you can’t pass those up as a reporter. I covered Obama when he came to Temple to campaign for Gov. Ed Rendell and Congressman Chaka Fattah back in 2006. I went to his reading of The Audacity of Hope at the Free Library later that night and heard three usually lawabiding older Black women threaten to get themselves arrested by sneaking in because they couldn’t get tickets for the event. I heard students tell me they were going to get their parents to vote for this man with the African name, should he run for President, and even had one hand out (Cont. Page 24)
Yo! Here we go again with what my friend Steve calls ‘groaners.’ What is a groaner? Read them through and then re-read the part in italics until you groan. Don’t think you will groan – read on. (1) Evidence has been found that William Tell and his family were avid bowlers. However, all the Swiss Bowling League records were unfortunately destroyed in a fire, and we’ll never know for whom the Tells bowled. (2) King Ozymandias of Assyria was running low on cash after years of war with the Hittites. His last great possession was the Star of the Euphrates, the most valuable diamond in the ancient world. Desperate, he went to Croesus, the pawnbroker, to ask for a loan. Croesus said, “I’ll give you 100,000 dinars for it.” “But I paid a million dinars for it,” the King protested. “Don’t you know who I am? I am the king!” Croesus replied, “When you wish to pawn a Star, it makes no difference who you are.” (3) A man rushed into a busy doctor’s office and shouted “Doctor! Hurry, I think I’m shrinking!” The doctor calmly responded, “Now, settle down. You’ll just have to be a little patient.“ (4) A marine biologist developed a race of genetically engineered dolphins that could live forever if they were fed a steady diet of seagulls. One day his supply of the birds ran out so he had to go out and trap some more. On the way back, he spied two lions asleep on the road. Afraid to wake them, he gingerly stepped over them. Immediately, he was arrested and charged with transporting gulls across sedate lions for immortal porpoises. (5) In the1800s the Tates Watch Co. of Massachusetts wanted to produce other products and, since they already made the cases for watches, they used them to produce compasses. The new compasses were so bad that people often ended up in Canada or Mexico rather than California. This, of course, is the origin of the expression, “He who has a Tates is lost!” (6) A thief broke into the local police station and stole all the toilets and urinals, leaving no clues. A spokesperson was quoted as saying, “We have absolutely nothing to go on.” (7) A famous Viking explorer returned home from a voyage and found his name missing from the town register. His wife insisted on complaining to the local civic official, who apologized profusely, saying, “I must have taken Leif off my census.” (Cont. Page 24)
Snooper Scooper: Yo, someone better tell our MAYOR NUTTER he had better read The City Charter before he tries to do anything else regarding The Libraries. I hate to be the first one to tell him his first year was a complete disaster, and it seems the second one is not going to get any better. Yes Mr. Mayor, you’re off to another disastrous year. People are still talking about what you did to THE MUMMERS, especially down here in SOUTH PHILLY! Yes, I’ll admit I voted for you, but I assure you it will not happen again! Snooper Sightings: Stopped in South Philly and I spotted Hon. Robert Brady, Philly’s great Congressman. I also saw Hon. John Dougherty, Business Manager of IBEW Local 98 Union. Here comes Hon. Jimmy Dintino, Board Member of The Board of Revision of Taxes. Hey Chief, looks like GENO’S is busy as hell. I found out why too. Joey Vento was giving all the monies he gets from today’s sales to those Police Officers who were killed in the line of duty. Whoa, is that Judge Brad Moss? Must be his double! Snooper’s Memo For Our CITY CONTROLLER: When are you going to pursue the incident involving Councilman Goode’s NO SHOW Chief of Staff? She did falsify her TIME SHEETS, also collected Tax Payer’s monies, and she lied too. Hey Mr. Butkovitz, aren’t you supposed to be the one who looks out for us, The Taxpayers? She was not punished at all, yet any other City Employee would of been FIRED and then PROSECUTED. You have done nothing to her, and I ask you WHY? Snooper’s ‘Thought For The New Year’: We just got done watching “The Dog Bounty Hunter” on TV, and he came up (Cont. Page 24)
Were he alive today, the REV. DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING would see his dream become a reality with the ascendancy of BARACK OBAMA to the Presidency of the United States. Not only was the mountain climbed, but by a person of African American descent and at the time when the number of African Americans in the country is less then 16%. When you consider the Mayors of Washington, D.C., Detroit and Philadelphia are African American, and the Governor of the State of New York is African American, Dr. King’s dreams have been fulfilled beyond his wildest expectations. Although Mr. Obama’s principal task is to restore vitality to the economy of the United States, which will require massive tax cuts and massive public spending on environmental public works, the real problem is the war in Iraq. The cause of the economic crisis is not the collapse of the housing market, or the subpar mortgage lending fiasco, or the greed of the big banks. Rather, it is the cost of the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. There are supposed to be eight vacancies for Common Pleas Judge and three for Municipal Court Judge. Two of the Municipal Court vacancies are occupied by judges who have been appointed by Gov. Rendell but who must, nevertheless, run to secure full terms. They are TOM NOCELLA and PAT DUGAN. Of the eight Common Pleas vacancies, two have been already filled by JOYCE EUBANKS and ANGIE ROCA. In addition, there are Commonwealth Court, Superior Court and Supreme Court vacancies to be filled. Among the candidates for Common Pleas Court are ADAM BELOFF, TOM MARTIN and STEVE KAPLAN. ANNE LAZARUS, who narrowly missed winning nomination to the Superior Court two years ago, is again seeking that appellate position. Also running for Commonwealth Court is JUDGE JAMES MURRAY LYNN and for Supreme Court TERESA SARMINA, both Common Pleas Court Judges. The race for District Attorney features SETH WILLIAMS, DAN McCAFFERY, BRIAN GRADY and DAN McELHATTON. It would not be surprising if more candidates surfaced as the time for circulating nominating petitions grows closer. If MAYOR MIKE NUTTER decides to get solidly behind the two casino licenses for Philadelphia (the way the Mayor in Pittsburgh has gotten behind his city’s casino license applicant), it would generate the type of tax revenue that might forestall raising property taxes in Philadelphia.
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The Pennsylvania Bar Association Judicial Evaluation Commission (PBA JEC) today released its ratings of potential judicial candidates seeking election to the state’s appellate courts in November. Each candidate requesting an evaluation by the PBA JEC is eligible to receive a rating of “Highly Recommended,” “Recommended” or “Not Recommended.” More evaluations with other potential candidates will be held later this month. The PBA JEC’s ratings completed during the first two rounds of evaluations are: Supreme Court of Pennsylvania - Highly Recommended are Judges Cheryl L. Allen and Joan Orie Melvin, Allegheny Co., Judge Paul Panepinto, Philadelphia Co., and Judge Jack A. Panella, Northampton Co. Superior Court of Pennsylvania - Highly Recommended is Judge Anne E. Lazarus, Philadelphia Co. Recommended are Judge Robert J. Colville and Templeton Smith Jr., Allegheny Co., and Judges Paula Patrick and John Milton Younge, Philadelphia Co.
Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania - Recommended are Judges Micahel Sherman and Alfonso Frioni Jr., Allegheny Co. During the upcoming elections, voters will be filling one seat on the Supreme Court, three seats on the Superior Court and two seats on the Commonwealth Court. Voters also will be deciding on the retention of three appellate judges. “The PBA JEC provides information to help voters choose candidates best suited to serve as fair, impartial and knowledgeable judges,” said Pittsburgh lawyer Chris F. Gillotti, chair of the PBA JEC. “The PBA JEC only recommends potential candidates with the legal ability, experience, integrity and temperament to provide satisfactory or outstanding performance.” The PBA JEC based its ratings on a two-part evaluation process. Investigative panels conducted the first phase, which included personal interviews with the candidates and with individuals who have had professional or (Cont. Page. 18)
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WHAT many do not know is Judge James DeLeon has for years been training youngsters in his spare time. He spends three nights each week at Lenfest PAL Center, 10th & Pike, training runners. His team here is Kevin Shields, Akeem Cooper, Holland Toler and Chase Shields.
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ANCIENT ORDER of Women Hibernians Lodge 7 raised over $6,000 for the families of fallen Philadelphia Police officers. Group presented money to Fraternal Order of Police at Spring Garden Street HQ. President of Women’s AOH Cherrie Blair shows shirts they sold as part of fundraising effort alongside her daughter Kathleen Adams.
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son was because I cared about the direction in which my neighborhood was going. I wanted to keep my blocks safe for families by keeping out high traffic and late night businesses that I felt were detrimental to children. I relate to Giusini, an ardent defender of South Philadelphia’s rich, historic culture and a dyed-in-thewool neighborhood guy who values family. He gives credit first to his father for the life decisions he’s made. “My dad, Dr. Arnold Giusini, was an intelligent person, a doctor of education,” he reflects. “At Southern High, he served as Vice Principal for many years. He gave me good advice about my career choice. He said ‘Vince, in today’s complex society, a law degree will work for your ben-
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efit and the benefit of others.” Giusini, 48, has been a practicing attorney for 23 years. “After I got my doctorate of law from Delaware
Law School in 1986, I needed a job. I was walking through City Hall one day when I ran into Judge Nicholas D’Alessandro. I stopped him and asked if he needed a law clerk. He told me he was looking for someone and to come to his office the next day. I interviewed with him and that Monday, I started work. He was my mentor for the next two years. His advice to me was to be the best attorney for the people that I could possibly be. While clerking for the Judge, I saw how he touched people’s lives and how his position came with great responsibility. My legal career was structured for that end. In terms of legal experience, I’ve been an attorney in every possible venue. I have a broad range of cases with
lots of experience. I’ve been in government, in law firms, in major corporations and now in private practice. I’ve tried every kind of case from personal injury to criminal defense. I don’t take every criminal case though. I’m selective. I have to believe the person is innocent.” Although lawyers are sometimes seen as aloof and insensitive to the concerns of others, Giusini has a long and distinguished legal career representing the less fortunate and underprivileged. “A vast amount of my work is done at 1801 Vine Street. I represent dependant children and parents of dependent children. “ I know lawyers put in long hours and Giusini reveals that he has a 70-hour work week. “Since 1986 I’ve averaged 20-25 hours a week
as a child advocate. I would be a lot freer if I didn’t do it, but I’m committed to helping people. The compensation is low and most attorneys don’t even want to do the work but you do a lot of good. I saved many lives that came from drug-addicted or abusive families.” Given the highest ethical rating by the preeminent legal publication, Martindale & Hubbell, he’s also been evaluated as having a “very high legal ability.” As we sip our cappuccinos, Giusini thoughtfully imparts a final view. “My desire is to transform my ordinary way as a human being to a branch of government where I can influence and touch more people that, only by happenstance, have become my clients.”
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I’m sharing a plate of gnocchi with South Philadelphia’s distinguished trial attorney Vince Giusini at Criniti’s the other night. I’ve known him for a couple of years and always found him to be loyal, hard-working, thoughtful, spiritual, and gifted. As a teenager, he won an academic scholarship to St, Joe’s Prep. At the last South Philadelphia Business Association meeting, he announced his intention to run for Judge of the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia. Although nominating petitions don’t go out until next month, he’s got a strong grassroots following and a compassionate platform. I’ve always been curious about the reasons why people run for office. I ran for City Council in 1999 and my rea-
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Business Association Honors Its ‘People Of The Year’ by Maria Merlino Congratulations to The South Philadelphia Business Association for making a decision to honor their own instead of looking outside the community for Person of the Year. In 2009 it will be People of the Year. The four business
owners, all located on the 2500 block of South Broad Street, are Mark Rago of Monte-Rago Funeral Home, Danny Oliveri of Oliveri Jewelers, John Vacca of Petal Pusher Flower Shop and John Saverase of Presto Printing. It was with great pleasure that South Philadelphia resident
Funeral Director Mark Rago, jeweler Danny Oliveri, President Lou Lozzi, florist John Vacca, printer John Saverase.
and family man, Vince Giusini, Esq. announced his candidacy for Common Pleas Court Judge in May. “We need people in the judiciary from South Philadelphia as we are underrepresented. I’m the only candidate from this area running in May. I hope for all your support,” said Giusini.
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From Prison Print Plant To Inaugural Ball Philadelphia native Steven Brooks teaches this city’s prison inmates how to manage printing equipment. “We can do full color, embossing, bindery, imprinting – we can do it all,” says Brooks, who supervises up to 25 inmates at the shop, located in the City’s Curran Fromhold Correctional Facility.
Last week, however, Brooks became what he is on weekends: a singer and musician with the James Gerard Orchestra, performing jazz standards, contemporary ballads, and rhythm and blues. On Jan. 19, Mr. Brooks rode the band bus to Washington, D.C., to play for President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden at
the Delaware and Pennsylvania Ball at the Washington Convention Center on Inauguration Night. “[North Dakota] Sen. [Brian] Dorgan got us the invitation to play,” said Brooks. “He saw us at a wedding party in Cape Cod, Mass. and liked us, so when inaugural planning began, we found we had a friend putting our name forward. They’ve made arrangements for our performance, and arranged a tour of the capital on Wednesday. Brooks grew up in North Philadelphia/Germantown
area, attending Dobbins HS and Lincoln Institute. Steven began playing music with his father, a professional musician, very early. “My father, Clarence Brooks, played with a variety of groups and I used to play with him since I was about seven years of age. He wishes he could come with me to Washington as well as my wife and I wish they could too. They are truly excited, as I am, and the rest of the James Gerard Orchestra are, to not only witness history, but also to be a part of it.”
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STATE REP. Tony Payton was still happy from having been with Obama at 30th Street Station.
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PUBLIC RECORD correspondent Bonnie Squires witnessed history at Capitol when President Obama was sworn in on Tuesday in Washington, D.C.
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CITY OF PHILADELPHIA Public Hearing Notice SEN. BOB CASEY is greeted by Rep. Cherelle Parker and Marcel Groen, Montgomery Co. Democratic Committee chair, at Penna. Democratic Committee YES WE DID Inaugural celebration in D.C.
ON MONDAY, the Conference of Mayors convened at the Capitol Hilton in Washington, DC, and Mayor Michael Nutter met up with Michael Bloomberg in hotel restaurant after meeting was over.
The Committee on Streets and Services of the Council of the City of Philadelphia will hold a Public Hearing Tuesday, January 27, 2009, at 1:00 PM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following items: An Ordinance amending Chapter 12-3000 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Use Of An Automated Red Light Enforcement System To Prevent Red Light Violations,” by authorizing the installation of red light enforcement systems at certain additional locations and conforming the Code to state law standards with respect to the recording of violations, all under certain terms and conditions.
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An Ordinance amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, by amending Section 9-203 relating to Street Vendors and Section 9-205 relating to Sidewalk Sales, by prohibiting street and sidewalk vending on certain portions of Spring Garden Street.
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An Ordinance amending Chapter 12-2400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Towing And Immobilizing Of Parked Or Abandoned Vehicles,” by changing the fees for Damage to Vehicle Booting Devices, all under certain terms and conditions.
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The Committee on Public Safety of the Council of the City of Philadelphia will hold a Public Hearing Wednesday, February 4, 2009, at 1:00 PM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following item:
An Ordinance amending Title 12 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Traffic Code,” to establish towing zone locations and hours in the University City area; all under certain terms and conditions.
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An Ordinance authorizing and directing the revision of a portion of City Plan No. 231 by changing the grades of Cross Street from Gates Street to Hermitage Street and Gates Street from Silverwood Street to Cross Street in order to conform more closely with existing physical conditions, under certain terms and conditions.
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An Ordinance authorizing the paving of Cross Street from Gates Street to Hermitage Street and Gates Street from Silverwood Street to Cross Street, under certain terms and conditions.
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An Ordinance amending Section 10-819 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “State of Emergency,” to expand upon the measures that the Mayor may take in an emergency, prohibit the violation of orders issued in connection with a declaration of emergency, revise the penalties for violations, provide definitions, and make technical and other changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
Immediately following the public hearing, a meeting of the Committee on Public Safety, open to the public, will be held to consider the action to be taken on the above listed item. Copies of the foregoing item are available in the Office of the Chief Clerk of the Council, Room 402, City Hall. Patricia Rafferty Chief Clerk
Immediately following the public hearing, a meeting of the Committee on Streets and Services, open to the public, will be held to consider the action to be taken on the above listed items. Copies of the foregoing items are available in the Office of the Chief Clerk of the Council, Room 402, City Hall. Patricia Rafferty Chief Clerk
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Happy Stew Year with all-you-can-eat Kildare’s chow
by Len Lear In this atrocious economy, almost everyone is looking for bargains. One of the best I have found anywhere in Philly is currently being offered at Kildare’s Irish pub, 4417 Main St. in Manayunk. Owner Dave Magrogan, a Delaware Co. chiropractorturned-restaurateur who now adjusts appetites instead of backbones, has brought back his original all-you-can-eat “Endless Stew Bowls” menu at his 2003 price of $10.95 ($12.95 with salad). The Endless Stew Bowl menu — with four choices — is available for lunch and dinner now through February at all Kildare’s locations. The best-selling Endless Stew Bowl consists of beef
s l o w l y cooked, carrots and onions in a Guinness Beer gravy with mashed potatoes. Also available is a hunter-style chicken stew with semi-boneless chicken in a Harp lager broth with carrots, potatoes, onions and garbanzo beans, topped with crispy onions. Or one can choose a seafood stew with shrimp, crab, salmon and cod with fresh vegetables in an herbed tomato broth with puff pastry crust. And for vegetarians, there is a vegetable stew with oven-roasted vegetables, garbanzo beans, potatoes, fried zucchini sticks and fresh herbs in a vegetable stock. In addition to his Manayunk location, there are also Kildare’s locations in West Chester, King of Prussia and Moosic, Pa., where moose may come in to eat the vegetarian stew.
Up until two weeks ago, there was also a Kildare’s Pub at 509 S. 2nd St. in Headhouse Square. On Jan. 5, however, Paul Lauriello, the former managing partner of Kildare’s in King of Prussia, and his wife Christine purchased the Headhouse location of Kildare’s. Paul has reopened it as the “Get Happy Pub” with a new concept — comfort foods and a “Cheers”-style bar scene. (A young lady who answered the phone when I called said, “We have the same great pub, but with better food.”) Paul is working the front of the house as bartender and general manager, and Christine, a caterer, is the chef. For Kildare’s in Manayunk, call (215) 482-7242. For the Get Happy Pub, call (215) 574-2995. Georges’ Happy Hour If you’re looking to wind down after a hard day at work or just grab a drink and catch up with friends, then try the new Happy
Len Lear Hour at Le Bar Lyonnais, downstairs from Le Bec Fin at 1523 Walnut St. Named for Chef Perrier’s hometown of Lyon, France, a city world-renowned for its cuisine and legion of culinary masters, this cozy nook has the ambience of an intimate French bistro and the reputation of being one of Philadelphia’s “bestkept secrets.” Since the food comes from Perrier’s kitchen, you may think it costs a fortune, but believe it or not, if you stop there between 5 and 7 p.m. any day Mon-
day through Friday, you can actually pig out on Georges’ hors d’ oeuvres, and they are all complimentary. (This is not a misprint.) You may think that since the food is free of charge, the drinks must cost a fortune, but that would also be incorrect, Mr. & Mrs. Skeptic. For example, Stoli Martinis, Sobieski Vodka mixed drinks, selected wines and Stella Artois beer, the first three of which normally cost at least $10 at most upscale center city restaurants, are just $5 during Happy Hour at Le Bar Lyonnais. And while you’re drinking and filling up on the hors d’oeuvres, you can fantasize about dining at Le Bec Fin. For more information or to make reservations, call (215) 567-1000 or visit www.lebecfin.com. ‘Lawyers’ Month’ Throughout February, Morton’s The Steakhouse
at 1411 Walnut St. is hosting “Lawyers’ Month at Morton’s” to benefit the Philadelphia Bar Foundation. Throughout the month, Morton’s will be donating 1% of all sales from members of the Philadelphia Bar Foundation and Philadelphia Bar Association. This donation will enable the Philadelphia Bar Foundation to help fund more than 30 public interest legal organizations in Philadelphia. For more information, contact Cheryl Knauer at cknauer@nevinspr.com or (610) 592-6633. Another Garces opening Within the next few weeks, Latin superstar Chef Jose Garces, owner of Amada, Tinto and Distrito, will debut yet another new restaurant, Chifa, at 707 Chestnut St. The restaurant is named for the hybrid of Peruvian and Cantonese cuisines found in Peru. For more information, call (215) 925-5555.
nity Action for a Renewed Environment grant to the Philadelphia Clean Air Council’s Southeast Philadelphia Port Communities project. The Clean Air Council received a previous CARE grant in 2005. The new grant will continue the work on the Port
Environmental Task Force. A significant portion of the work plan will include measurable toxic reductions at Packer Terminal and the nearby community in southeast Philadelphia. The CARE program is a competitive grant program that offers communities an innovative way to address the risks from multiple sources of toxic pollution in their environment. Through CARE, communities create partnerships with resi-
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dents, businesses, schools, local governments and nongovernment organizations to come up with solutions geared to reduce toxic pollutants. In addition to providing funding, EPA also provides technical assistance and resources. The Clean Air Council, in partnership with southeast Philadelphia community leaders and port operators, has identified idling vehicles as a major concern. Southeast Philadelphia, rich
in racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity, is a densely populated, congested urban area with significant educational, economic, and quality of life challenges. The Clean Air Council takes a comprehensive approach to improving air quality, working to strengthen the community’s ability to identify
toxic threats and facilitating the creation of collaborative, common sense strategies for addressing these threats. In 2008, EPA made $2.5 million available to 18 communities through the CARE program. Applications for the 2009 CARE grants are due Mar. 16.
day or two of good time off for every month of a sentence served, we could save the Federal government millions of dollars,” states Mark A. Vara, JD, chief information officer of FedCURE. Efforts in the past have not proved fruitful. HR 7089, a Congressional bill entitled Federal Prison Work Incentive Act of 2008, would have amended Title 18, US Code to restore the former system of good-time allowances toward Federal
prison terms. These allowances were eliminated when the sentencing guidelines were adopted. It was introduced by Congressman Danny Davis and will no doubt be reintroduced in this new session of Congress. The Congressman believes his bill will do better this time around, buoyed by the great need of the Federal government to make up for trillions of dollars in shortfall.
Money Pressure Grows To Cut Prison Sentences Sentencing guidelines have, since their inception in the late 1980s, proven to be a hindrance to the ability of judges to administer fair sentences to those sentenced to Federal prisons. With an average of over 2 million imprisoned in the Federal Prison system, studies have shown sentencing guidelines often place individuals in prison for longer sentences than they would have served in state and county prisons. A drive is underway nation-
BRAZILIAN Ambassador Antonio De Aguiar Patriota receives replica of Liberty Bell from Philadelphia Regional Port Authority Executive Director James T. McDermott, Jr., in appreciation of Brazil’s extensive use of Philadelphia Port by its exporters.
ally to have the US Sentencing Commission, headed by Chairman Ricardo H. Hinojosa, accept a report by FedCURE, the leading advocate for America’s ever-growing Federal inmate population. The nonprofit group is working to reinstate parole and increase good-time allowances in the Federal prison system for those convicted of nonviolent crimes. “If we can just get the sentencing commission to add a
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The effort and energy put out by the Port’s Authorities and businesses to better the environment by reducing emissions from their activities has not gone unnoticed. The US Environmental Protection Agency has awarded a $274,914 Commu-
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS PHILADELPHIA COUNTY CIVIL ACTION - LAW Term No. 081102208 NOTICE OF ACTION IN MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE MIDFIRST BANK Plaintiff vs. FRANKLIN JULY, Solely in His Capacity as Heir of SHIRLEY A. JULY, Deceased, KAREN JULY, Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of SHIRLEY A. JULY, Deceased, SHERYL JULY-WILCOX, Solely in Her Capacity as Heir of SHIRLEY A. JULY, Deceased, ALBERT R. MILLER & Unknown Heirs of SHIRLEY A. JULY Mortgagors and Real Owners Defendant(s) TO: Unknown Heirs of SHIRLEY A. JULY, MORTAGOR AND REAL OWNER, DEFENDANT(S), whose last known address is 2125 South Frazier Street Philadelphia, PA 19143. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR AND WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT OWED TO OUR CLIENT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM YOU WILL BE USED FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING THE DEBT. You are hereby notified that Plaintiff MIDFIRST BANK, has filed a Mortgage Foreclosure Complaint endorsed with a notice to defend against you in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, docketed to No. 081102208 wherein Plaintiff seeks to foreclose on the mortgage secured on your property located, 2125 South Frazier Street Philadelphia, PA 19143 whereupon your property will be sold by the Sheriff of Philadelphia County. NOTICE You have been sued in court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the following pages, you must take action within twenty (20) days after the Complaint and notice are served, by entering a written appearance personally or by attorney and filing in writing with the court your defenses or objections to the claims set forth against you. You are warned that if you fail to do so the case may proceed without you and a judgment may be entered against you by the Court without further notice for any money claimed in the Complaint or for any other claim or relief requested by the Plaintiff. You may lose money or property or other rights important to you. 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. THIS OFFICE CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT HIRING A LAWYER. IF YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO HIRE A LAWYER, THIS OFFICE MAY BE ABLE TO PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT AGENCIES THAT MAY OFFER LEGAL SERVICES TO ELIGIBLE PERSONS AT A REDUCED FEE OR NO FEE. COMMUNITY LEGAL SERVICES, INC. Law Center North Central Philadelphia, PA 19140 215-227-2400 or 215-981-3700 PHILADELPHIA BAR ASSOCIATION One Reading Center Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-238-6333 Michael T. McKeever Attorney for Plaintiff Goldbeck McCafferty & McKeever, PC Suite 5000, Mellon Independence Center 701 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19106-1532 215-627-1322
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Philadelphia and Vicinity 319 N. 11th Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 Tel: 215-925-5327 • Fax: 215-925-5329 UNION LABORERS WE DON’T JUST DO IT WE DO IT SAFE Our mission is to promote and enhance Contractor competitiveness And to protect the occupational health And safety of Laborers and their families. Laborers District Council sponsors LDC Health and Safety Fund Local 135, Daniel L.Woodall, Jr., Business Manager; Local 332, Samuel Staten, Jr., Business Manager; Local 413, James Harper, Business Manager; Local 57, Richard A. McCurdy, Jr. Business Manager; Laborers’ District Council, Building Better and Safer Communities in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery Counties. Laborers’ District Council of the Metropolitan area of Philadelphia and Vicinity, Business Manager; Laborers’ District Council; Business Manager; Ryan N. Boyer Samuel Staten, Sr. Business Manager Emeritus Of Laborers’ District Council and Local 332
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Building it right for a better and stronger community! Laborers’ District Council of the Metropolitan Area of Philadelphia and vicinity is comprised of four unions: Local 135, Daniel L. Woodall, Jr., James Vail Business Manager L.E.C.E.T. Management Trustee Local 332, Samuel Staten, Jr., Vincent Primavera, Sr. Business Manager L.E.C.E.T. Management Trustee Local 413, James Harper,Sr., Fred Chiarlanza Business Manager L.E.C.E.T. Management Trustee Local 57, Richard McCurdy, Jr., Harry Hopkins Business Manager L.E.C.E.T. Management Trustee Laborers District Council, Ryan N. Boyer, Business Manager. Samuel Staten, Sr., Business Manager Emeritus of the Laborers’ District Council of the Metropolitan Area of Philadelphia and Vicinity and Local 332. Laborers’ District Council promotes a safe work environment, jobs completed on time and on budget, and represents union members, who are well trained, productive, professional, and take pride in their work. Union labor…building better and safer communities in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery Counties. This ad is presented by LECET The Laborers Employers Cooperation and Education Trust 319 N. 11th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Telephone: 215-922-6139 Fax: 215-922-6109 Web: www.ldc-phila-vic.org Administrator, Richard Legree
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Out & About (Cont. From Page 10) voter-registration forms in the middle of a class I was teaching. I covered the Democratic National Convention and saw Obama do something my Mom never thought she’d see done: become the first person
Snooper (Cont. From Page 10) with an idea we should all consider. Why not help all those unfortunates who come out of PRISON, with A JOB? Think about it. Tell me, how do expect them to ‘go straight’ if we don’t give them A CHANCE? This is why they go right back to their past, and their criminal ways. A lot of them do turn their
Elephant Corner (Cont. From Page 10) With right and wrong in mind, I’ve had it with voter fraud in our city! I know for a fact court-appointed minority inspectors and Republican poll watchers were illegally refused entry into polling places in the 13th, 28th, 4th, 6th, 32nd and 40th Wards despite having valid certificates. No-
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(Cont. From Page 10) (8) A skeptical anthropologist was cataloguing South American folk remedies with the assistance of a tribal brujo who indicated the leaves of a particular fern were a sure cure for any case of constipation. When the anthropologist expressed his doubts, the brujo looked him in the eye and said, “Let me tell you, with fronds like these, who needs enemas?” (9) There were three Indian squaws. One slept on a deer skin, one slept on an elk skin, and the third slept on a hippopotamus skin. All three became pregnant. The first two each had a baby boy. The one who slept on the hippopotamus skin had twin boys. This goes to prove the squaw of the hippopotamus is equal to the sons of the squaws of the other two hides. Now you know about groaners.
of color to be a major party’s Presidential nominee. So being among millions in the freezing cold on Tuesday made sense. It made sense to see this man talk about how he sees the world’s challenges, how we all have to pull together, and how our diversity as a nation is a strength and not a weakness.
But now here’s the fun part for Barack Obama: What are you going to do now? We’ve had hints during the transition, but now those hints must become policy and that policy must become action. How much of a honeymoon are you going to get? Will you be judged as a “President” like all others, or will your race be
used as a cudgel when you stumble as all Presidents do? How will your family handle the fishbowl that you’ve all been placed into? The next 100 days are going to be interesting to watch on a couple of levels. However, if the look that Obama had on his face prior to being sworn in is any indica-
lives around, about 58% of them to be exact. We must let them know WE CARE! Snooper’s Predictions For 2009: There will be another City Hall SCANDAL. The Homicide Rate is going to get HIGHER and HIGHER. Yes, someone will be leaving CITY COUNCIL; hope he leaves on his own. Good news will be coming to our Mayor, Hon. Michael Nutter, nothing to do with The City. A famous DEPARTMENT
STORE will be closing its doors. A serious problem faces S.E.P.T.A. A JUDGE will be asked to leave his office. A MAJOR NEWSPAPER with some serious problems, more than likely will have to be discontinued. More to come! Snooper Scooper: How about all the ‘hype’ over this much-touted 311 CALL SYSTEM! This system, besides all the monies it cost US TAXPAYERS, is a complete
JOKE. We tried to call it just to try it out, and guess what? They told us your call would be picked up within the third ring; NOT SO! We had to listen to this: “Your call is important to us. A professional representative wills ANSWER YOUR CALL shortly.” Mr. Mayor, this phone call rang over 20 times. You said they have 52 employees, seven Supervisors, and one Director. You say we’re broke; explain it.
body has the right to steal or alter an election. So when STATE REP. ROSITA YOUNGBLOOD ignored a subpoena to appear before a City Commissioner hearing investigating the issue, she did a disservice to her office, the voters, and our nation. State Committee Director JOE DeFELICE is raising an army of bull Elephants equipped with video cameras, righteous indignation, and law degrees. And now, in no particular order: A shout-out to my main gal, 2nd Ward Leader
SUZANNE HANEY, for the fantastic work she does every election. She’s been slugging it out with the likes of JOHNNY DOC and VINCE FUMO for years. We also love her insightful calls to former Secretary of Education and Drug Czar BILL BENNETT’S national radio show now and then. Reviewing the stats, ADAM LANG carried the 26thWard against CONGRESSMAN CHAKA FATTAH last election … first time ever for the GOP. This was in no small part due to
JIMMY DINTINO’S excellent team in the 26th Ward! New Republican ARTHUR BARLOW was a superstar for the party last election, having personally recruited 20 minority inspectors and 50 new registrations for the GOP in the heart of North Philly. Wow! Is it true State Chairman ROBERT GLEASON, JR. and National Committeeman BOB ASHER think it may be time for a leadership change in all the Southeast counties? See ya next week, me peanutpoppin’ hearties.
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to be all right.” Considering the mess he inherits, it’s a cool he’s going to need. I hope he’s able to maintain it.
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WBF Americas Heavyweight Champion Mark “Oak Tree” Brown tells PhillyBoxingHistory.com’s John DiSanto to make sure he reads “Ringside with the Shadowboxer” every Thursday in Public Record. CUT MAN Joey “Eye” Intrieri congratulates Greg Robinson of Xtreme Productions on promoting another successful boxing promotion.
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Ennis’s Stock Rises! SHADOWBOXER was among the hundreds of boxing fans who braved frigid weather conditions this past Friday for Philadelphia’s first card of the year at the New Alhambra. Although things heated up quickly inside the South Philly Arena as fans were treated to an entertaining night of professional boxing presented by Greg Robinson’s Xtreme Productions. The highlight of the night was Germantown’s Derek “Pooh” Ennis’s win over Delaware’s Clarence Taylor. Ennis looked sharp, scoring an 8-round unanimous decision by scores of 7973 and 78-74 twice. The USBA Regional and Pennsylvania State Champion improved to 17-2-1 (12 KOs) as he moved another notch up the Jr. Middleweight ranks. Also looking sharp was Delaware Jr. Welterweight Ryan Belasco as he knocked out Philadelphia’s Lenny DeVictoria in the 2nd round while Philadelphia Heavyweight Kamarah Pasley stopped Ohio’s Cullen Rogers in the 3rd round. It was North vs. South, as North Philly’s Ray Rodriguez won a 4-round majority decision over South Philly’s Ramon Ellis in a battle of debuting Welterweights. SHADOWBOXER spotted Philadelphia boxers from the past and present scattered all over the New Alhambra as Robert “Bam Bam” Hines, Simon “One Punch” Carr, Tyric Robinson, Billy Briscoe, Mike Jones, Frank DeStefano, Chris D’Agostino, and boxing historian Ken Hissner were all in attendance.
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TEAM ENNIS: Father/Trainer Derek Ennis, Sr., promoter Mike Fingerman, Derek “Pooh” Ennis and co-managers Eddie Woods and Moz Gonzalez celebrate after their impressive win on Friday night.
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Finding The Best Seniors In Our Community (Cont. From Page 1) Just getting the highest number of ballots was not enough.” One of the eleven seniors will be named number one next week at the awards ceremony. Sponsors to date include Bravo Elderly Care, Stephanie Brown, Esq., Acme, Carangi Bakery, Iannelli Bakery, Gangemi Funeral Home, Cul-
linan Flowers, Melrose Diner and Tastykake Company. The Philadelphia Consumer Council was founded in Overbrook and has dedicated its group to easing the “burdens of those who flounder through red tape in their everyday existence.” According to Lois Bartella, PCC’s Program coordinator,
“We naturally found ourselves with a heavy senior clientele.” She noted the “seniors named will be notified of their choice by the 27th and will be asked to check in at the Senior Center by 10 a.m.” She reported on three of the nominations getting in a lot of ballots. These were Isabel Casey, Carmella Joyce and Lena Oliveri.
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(Cont. From Page 1) The bitter cold temperatures couldn’t blunt people’s excitement at the Italian Market where many were buying groceries for their mid-day inauguration parties. Even Geno’s Steaks on Passyunk Avenue was quiet on Tuesday lunch time. South Philadelphia’s Asian Community celebrated Obama’s inauguration in bars and restaurants in the Washington Avenue strip mall. To round off a memorable day, the Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz and Performing Arts, on South Broad Street, held Barack Obama Inauguration concerts featuring dancing, live music and light fare.
“They evidence the caliber of seniors being nominated by their South Philadelphia constituency,” she said. “Ms. Oliveri is being cited for her outstanding contribution to provide entertainment to seniors by helping to plan and conduct senior dances at S.P.O.A.C. at 10th & Dickinson Streets. “Isabel Casey, a worthy candidate who volunteers at the Epiphany Church, is the president of the Golden Age Club, in which capacity she conducts the meetings and organizes all activities. She spearheaded this year’s project to collect canned goods for holiday food baskets for the needy. “One of the many outstanding volunteers nominated from St. Nicholas of Tolentine parish is Carmella Joyce. Carmella is very active in parish functions. She is often found visiting the shut-ins of the parish, actively participating in the Golden Age club and she even has time to be on the Parish’s Pastoral Counsel.” For information call either Al Boccella or Lois Bartella at (267) 269-4046.
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