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For complete coverage go to www.phillyrecord.com GUEST OF HONOR State Rep. Bill Keller, far right, congratulates senior volunteers of the year. They are, from left, Carmela Joyce, Rita Monzo, Isabel Casey, Josephine Stanish, Al Tropiani, Lena Oliveri, Jane Azzinaro, Rev. Monsignor Richard Powers, Hon. Judge Alex Bonavitacola, Anthony Budwin and Leonard Bunch. Not pictured is Nancy Virgilio, who couldn’t attend the event.
by R. George Linton Over 200 packed a South Philadelphia community center to applaud a group of seniors for their volunteerism. The event held at the South Philadelphia Older Adults Center, 10th & Dickinson Streets, and sponsored by the Philadelphia Consumer Council, heralded 11 seniors for their work in the community, with the Hon. Judge Alex Bonavitacola honored as their “Volunteer Senior of the Year”. Eleven South Philadelphia seniors were given proclamations from the City and State as well as awards from the PCC and sponsoring local newspaper, the South Philadelphia Public Record. The SPOAC was filled to capacity and
chairs were added to accommodate – with some standing in the doorways. Beside the outstanding nominees, there were many VIPs in the auditorium representing numerous organizations, such as Philadelphia Corp. for Aging, Bravo Elder Health Care, Verizon, St. Nicholas Parish, Annunciation Parish, Epiphany Parish and St. Charles Parish. Among the dignitaries attending were State Reps. William Keller and Babette Josephs, along with Debra Hopkins from State Rep. Kenyetta Johnson’s office. Also in attendance were Richard Vinci, Joseph Vendetti, Fred Druding and Lois Bartella, who represented PCC. Al Boccella, executive director of PCC, (Cont. Page 19)
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Celebrating Year of The ‘Ox’ Students Show Their Asian Heritage SPBA Hosts Scholarship Night The South Philadelphia Business Association will host its annual scholarship Awards gala tomorrow night at Galdo’s Catering. Cocktails start at 6 p.m. For more information, please call Reggie Lozzi at (215) 336.1108.
Anderson Awards The Marian Anderson Historical Society presents the Classical Icon Vocal Competition, Dinner and Celebrity Ball on Friday, Feb. 27, to help raise financial resources to advance aspiring young opera singers and other vocal artists of great promise. (Cont. Page 2)
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by Rory G. McGlasson Van Tsang was up at 3 a.m. cooking Chinese food in her McKean Street row home as she prepared to celebrate the Lunar Celebration at Southwark School Monday. This is just an everyday occurrence for Tsang, who runs the Asian Heritage Program at the school at 9th & Mifflin Streets. Thanks to her limitless work in South Philadelphia’s Asian neighborhoods, the School District hosted its fifth annual Lunar Celebration at Southwark ES to celebrate the Chinese New Year theme: Year of the Ox”. In its auditorium over 80 people crammed in to enjoy Asian-themed cultural-arts activities and performances from the students. Southwark hosted two performances on Monday, one in the morning; another in the afternoon. The older students will perform again tomorrow morning at 10 a.m. The school string band kicked off proceedings with a Chinese New Year folk song in the morning show. The dance team performed two numbers and the K-through-8th graders performed a Chinese and Vietnamese Fashion show. However, the highlight of the morning show was the K- class performance: “2 Tigers”. According to Principal Jill Silverstein, her school had a 48% Asian PaSouthwark school student Michelle Zhang, six, leads her dance troop to cific registration. “Little World” song as part of Chinese New Year celebration, Monday. (Cont. Page 2)
by Maria Merlino When it comes to homey Italian cuisine, South Philly is lucky to have many first-rate BYOB restaurants from which to choose. If the budget is tight but you still want to have a nice date-night, try Scannicchio’s Italian Restaurant. In business since the summer of 2003, Chef and co-owner Christian Varalli and his business partner, co-owner Michael Gibson, have steadfastly made their mark in the neighborhood and have won many awards. I’ve been here a number of times for different occasions, like the (Cont page 19)
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A blustery 28 degrees outside but warm and cozy inside Scannicchio’s Italian Restaurant.
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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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Celebrating Year Of The Ox (Cont. from Page 1) At Kirkbride ES at 7th & Dickinson, Asian registration is 52%, according to their counselor Steve Ung. Neighboring schools Bok and Southern High have seen a dramatic increase in the last 10 years of Asian-Pacific pupils. “People like Van Tsang are vitally important in our community,” Ung said. She helps bridge the language gap. “It’s very important that all our students in the area understand their heritage” he added. ENJOYING ASIAN cuisine donated by acTsang, who has lived for 20 years on tivist Van Tsang are performers and guest McKean Street, said she translates seven at Southwark School. different languages Southwark. She teaches the dance teams, too. She will lead Southwark’s older children when they perform their part of the School District’s Lunar Celebration in the auditorium on Friday morning at 10 a.m. “I’ll be up making food early in the morning for that, too,” she said. COMMUNITY ACTIVIST Van Tsang conducts dance team.
(Cont. from Page 1) The evening will feature seven finalists who will perform under the stars of the Planetarium at the Franklin Institute, accompanied by pianist Barry Sames on the finest Bosendorfer concert grand piano, donated for the evening by the prestigious Cunningham Piano Company. A panel of esteemed judges will select three winners. The grand prize winner will receive $10,000.00 second and third prizes will be $5,000.00 and $2,500.00 I-bonds respectively. For more information, please call Blanche BurtonLyles at 215.732.9505 or Phyllis Sims at: phyllis@MarianAnderson.org. or visit www.MarianAnderson.org.
SOUTHW A R K s c h o o l dance class perform “Dancing in The Rain” in school auditorium.
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Primary Dates Lawyers With A Political Tint It’s primary time again. If you didn’t know, Feb. 17 is the first day to circulate and file nomination petitions, with last day being Mar. 10. The earliest candidates can circulate and file nomination papers is Mar. 11 while the last day for a candidate to withdraw those nominating petitions is Mar. 25. The last day to register before primary is Apr. 20. Also, the last day to apply for a civilian absentee ballot is May 12. The last day County Boards of Elections can receive voted civilian absentee ballots is May 15. Election Day is May 19.
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PENNA. Breast Cancer Coalition at City Hall launched 2009 Income Tax Check-Off for Breast Cancer Research campaign. Seen here are, from left, Dr. Hallgeir Rui, grant-winner from Kimmel Cancer Center at Jefferson; Dr. Susan Domcheck, grant recipient from Abramson Cancer Center at Penn; Pat Halpin-Murphy, president of PBCC; Councilwoman Reynolds Brown; and Stephanie Marsh, Mayor's Office of Legislative Affairs.
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A Great Chance to Meet and Greet Future Judges And Committee People ATTORNEYS AT LAW Flaster/Greenberg celebrated Inauguration Day, launching firm’s new Government Relations and Regulatory Law Practice Group. Among attendees were, from left, Alma L. Saravia, State Rep. Paul Drucker, Judge Anne Lazarus, co-chair Abbe F. Fletman, group co-chair Kevin Greenberg, 33rd Ward Leader Donna Aument, Dan McCaffery, Esq., Mei Ren, President of Fujian Association, and Steven Zhu of New Wave Resources.
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Mayor Nutter: Let’s Work Together by Mayor Michael Nutter In recent weeks, I’ve gone to churches and synagogues, barber shops and beauty salons, diners and civic associations to gain insight from Philadelphians into the Great Recession and its devastating impact on our city’s families. You can never go wrong when you reach out to Philadelphians because they tell it like it is. They’ve told me tearful stories of lost jobs and lost homes. They worry vital City services may be taken away, making their children less safe. They’ve revealed their growing frustration with making ends meet and juggling essential monthly bills. For many, the future is no longer a time to be hoped for. These visits to assess the fiscal health of people are not without purpose. They’re the start of a new compact between Philadelphians and their Mayor. My administration is determined to gatherinput on the dire budget choices facing this city. Never before has an administration reached out to the public so early in the budget process. Last year in eight townhall meetings, I heard loud and clear the displeasure of Philadelphians as we closed a billion-dollar budget gap. Sadly, the recession has only deepened and the cost to City government is a second billion-dollar gap that must be closed in the next budget and Five-Year Plan. To secure our city’s future, we must make some very tough choices that preserve our smartest investments of your hard-earned tax dollars. And frankly, there is no avoiding that we face a depth of sacrifice not seen since the 1940s. Good citizens pay their taxes, vote and express themselves when they believe their government has gone off course. But true civic engagement doesn’t end there. You have to participate in the process if you want to influence the outcome. Nobody
ever scored a touchdown sitting on the sidelines. But to be actively engaged, you need information. That’s particularly true of decisions involving a far-reaching $4 billion City budget that involves every aspect of life in our city. In the coming days, we’re offering two kinds of events that should be on every Philadelphians’ schedule. On Feb. 12, 17 and 18, I will host televised Phillystat meetings with my senior staffers, focused on the heart of the City budget – from public safety to job creation. I’ll be asking tough questions about their ideas for closing our budget gap. Should we close a library or reduce hours? Do we minimize the reductions in the Police Department but dramatically cut back on street resurfacing?
Do we shut fire companies or raise taxes? These important meetings will air after the meetings on Channel 64 at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. On Feb. 12, 18, 19 and 23, Philadelphians can come together to use the data my budget team has developed to make the hard choices in community budget workshops. Participants will have to balance, not just one or two interests, but the hundreds that confront us every day. Their choices will become valuable data for me and my staff as we put together a budget proposal that I will deliver to City Council on Mar. 19. As we struggle together, I will be relying on our city’s greatest asset – the people of Philadelphia. In the coming months and years, we all face major sacrifices, but I also
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don’t yet know what our budget plan will be, but I promise your Mayor, the guy from West Philly who studied at the Cobbs Creek branch library, who played at the Sherwood Rec Center and who ran around Black Oak Park, who loves the only city he’s ever lived in, will be looking out for you. We’ll be stronger because we are caring people who have turned to each other in warm embrace, rolled up our sleeves and taken care of business. So come on Philadelphia, let’s work together.
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SHARING moment at Maggiano’s were, from left, Councilman Bill Green, Judge Dan Anders, Dawn Tancredi, Blackwell, Councilmen Curtis Jones, Jr. and Darrell Clarke, and businessman Ivan Tancredi.
WHAT WERE veteran political consultants Ozzie Myers, Maurice Floyd and John Sabatina, Sr. chatting about at Maggiano’s? The Super Bowl, perhaps.
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State Rep. Angel Cruz has been appointed by House Speaker Keith McCall, to three House committees for the 2009-10 legislative session: Commerce, Consumer Affairs and Liquor Control. Cruz will also serve as chairman of the Subcommittee on Marketing within the Liquor Control Committee. “I look forward to working on legislation that will benefit my constituents through my membership on these committees,” Cruz said. “These appointments will allow me to work on issues that are important to Philadelphia residents.” Cruz also noted as a member of these committees, he will be reviewing legislation and policies that affect Philadelphia’s business community.
DEMOCRATIC State Committee members share a moment between votes. From left are Bill Durham, Ron Crouser (cochair 22nd Ward), newly appointed Democratic National Committeewoman Councilwoman Marian Tasco, Congressman Bob Brady and Michael K. Ellis, president of Philly Young Dems.
MARSHALED at Maggiano’s Little Italy in Center were supporters of Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell, among them, from left, Judge Pat Dugan, Tom Martin, Joe Coleman and Judge Earlene Green with Blackwell.
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Pennsylvania Democratic Party Chairman T.J. Rooney has announced the endorsed Democratic statewide judicial candidates for the 2009 primary election. Rooney said the Pennsylvania Democratic State Committee unanimously endorsed Superior Court Judge Jack Panella for the state Supreme Court. For Superior Court, it endorsed Philadelphians Judge Anne Lazarus and Judge John Milton Younge, along with Judge Robert Coville, who also received the necessary twothirds vote to receive the endorsement. Philadelphian Judge Jimmy Lynn and Dan Bricmont were endorsed as Democratic candidates for Commonwealth Court. "Coming on the heels of one of the most successful elections in our history, we look forward to continuing our winning ways in Pennsylvania," Rooney said. "During the past three judicial election cycles, Pennsylvanians have voted overwhelmingly for Democratic judges whose message of fairness and inclusion has resonated with their values." Rooney added, “Our rankand-file committee people need to know Tuesday, Feb. 17 is the first day to circulate nominating petitions, all of which must be filed at the Pennsylvania Dept. of State by 5 p.m. on Mar. 10.”
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS PHILADELPHIA COUNTY CIVIL ACTION - LAW APRIL 2003 Term No. 002589 NOTICE OF ACTION IN MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE JP MORGAN CHASE, N.A., AS ACQUIRER OF CERTAIN ASSETS AND LIABILITIES OF WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK FROM THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION ACTING AS RECEIVER Plaintiff vs. JOHN DOE, OWNER, DOAN DINH NGUYEN & NAI SUNG a/k/a NAI MAN SUNG Mortgagors and Real Owners Defendant TO: JOHN DOE, OWNER, MORTAGOR AND REAL OWNER, DEFENDANT whose last known address is 908 S Darian Street Philadelphia, PA 19147. 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 JP MORGAN CHASE, N.A., AS ACQUIRER OF CERTAIN ASSETS AND LIABILITIES OF WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK FROM THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION ACTING AS RECEIVER, 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 April Term 2003 No. 002589 wherein Plaintiff seeks to foreclose on the mortgage secured on your property located, 908 S Darian Street Philadelphia, PA 19147 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. PHILADELPHIA BAR ASSOCIATION One Reading Center • Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-238-6333 COMMUNITY LEGAL SERVICES, INC. Law Center North Central 3638 North Broad Street ¶• Philadelphia, PA 19140 215-227-2400 or 215-981-3700 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
Smoke-Stopping Kits Are Free To support Pennsylvanians who have made quitting smoking a personal goal for 2009, the Dept. of Health is offering a limited number of free nicotine replacement therapy kits will be offered through Pennsylvania’s tollfree Quitline. Funding for this initiative is through the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement. Call the Quitline at 1-800QUIT NOW (1-800-7848669) to request the free kit. Cessation specialists will ask whether callers have any medical conditions that would rule out the safe use of nicotine patches. Callers who qualify must be willing to enroll in a cessation program and set an actual quit date. There is no cost for phone support which can range from three to six sessions.
Each kit contains a four-week supply of nicotine patches and related information. Additional smoking cessation information and support is available through www.determinedtoquit.com. TheWeb site provides guidance in developing a quit plan; the quit companion and calculator; and video blogs of other Pennsylvanians sharing their own stories about quitting. There is also information for friends and family members of smokers who wish to sup-
port to their loved one in their quit attempt. The Dept. of Health’s anti-tobacco efforts are intended to help individuals to quit – or never start – using tobacco products, and to curb the retail sale of tobacco to minors. Under the Clean Indoor Air law that took effect last September, smoking is now prohibited in most public places and workplaces across Pennsylvania.
by Michael A. Cibik, Esq. American Bankruptcy Board Certified
Question: Will I ever get credit again after I file for bankruptcy? Answer: Yes! A number of banks now offer “secured” credit cards where a debtor puts up a certain amount of money (as little as $200) in an account at the bank to guarantee payment. Usually the credit limit is equal to the security given and is increased as the debtor proves his or her ability to pay the debt. Two years after a bankruptcy discharge, debtors are eligible for mortgage loans on terms as good as those of others, with the same financial profiles, who have not filed bankruptcy. The size of your down payment and the stability of your income will be much more important than the fact you filed bankruptcy in the past. The fact you filed bankruptcy stays on your credit report for 10 years. It becomes less significant the further in the past the bankruptcy is. The truth is, you are probably a better credit risk after bankruptcy than before. Next week’s question: What debts survive bankruptcy?
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in the group of public-school students in the state who are earning at least one score of 3 or higher during high school, a greater number of these students are obtaining access to and succeeding on AP Exams.
Feb. 6- S. Phila. Business Association Scholarship Dinner at Galdo’s Catering, 20th & Moyamensing Ave., 7 p.m. Donation $55. For reservations (215) 336-1108. Feb. 6- Judge Jimmy Lynn’s First Friday lunch at Italian Bistro, 211 S. Broad St., 12:30 p.m. For info (215) 731-0700. Feb. 7- Christy Rec Ctr. Advisory Council holds Open House at 5600 Christian St., 11 a.m. Act to save pool and center. Free refreshments, For info (215) 685-1997. Feb. 9-13- Philadelphia Veterans Affairs Medical Center encourages Philadelphians to visit VA Hospital, University & Woodland Aves., during National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans. For info contact Melissa Heinlein (215) 823-5800, ext. 6830. Feb. 10- Rally to Washington, D.C. to support Stimulus Package. Bill Mackey’s City
Wide Youth Leadership Agency sponsors bus trips from several locations. For info call Bill Mackey (215) 765-5504. Feb. 19- Friends of Marian Tasco honor the Council Majority Leader at Penna. Academy of Fine Arts, 128 N. Broad St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tickets range $250-$2500. For info call (215) 205-4988. Feb. 19- 1st Ward Democratic Committee meets at Waterfall Room, 2015 S. Water St., 6-9 p.m. Tickets $125 ($35 for committee persons). Call Joe Hoffman (215) 833-1943. Feb. 20- Phila. Chinatown Development Corp. marks Chinese New Year celebration, Year of Ox, at Ocean City Restaurant, 234 N. 9th St., 6 p.m. For info John Chin at (215) 922-2156. Feb. 22- Judge Pat Dugan Fundraiser at Liberties Restaurant & Bar, 705 N. 2nd, 2-6 p.m. Tickets $30. Call Brian (215) 779-1330. Feb. 25- Friends Of Jim Roebuck throw State Rep a Birthday Party at Warmdaddy’s, 1400 S. Columbus Blvd., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Donation levels $125-250-500. Please re-
Now The Pollsters Have Your Cell You can’t hide from pollsters anymore. They know how to track you down via your cell phone. Pollster Zogby International and Jump Tap, the leading mobile search and advertising company, have joined together to launch one of the first mobile advertising campaigns to survey likely voters nationwide about the Presidential election and top issues ahead of the historic Nov. 4 General Election. Mobile devices present an opportunity for people to voluntarily engage at an ideal time or location at an unparalleled level of interactivity. The surveys, which are not designed to be scientific but designed to reach this audience on the go, began this week via a mobile ad banner campaign running across premium popular mobile websites. Results will be available on the websites of both companies. With over 43 million US mobile subscribers using the mobile internet, the groundbreaking partnership leverages a mobile audience already highly engaged in the election, as a new channel to execute polls and showcase the power of mobile advertising. The campaign will provide a unique perspective on what pollster John Zogby has called the most important Presidential election in a generation and mark a major new precedent for mobile as growing communications medium. “Given there are over 270 million cell phones in the US, many businesses and advertisers are experimenting with mobile as a new way to reach their audiences, and the polling industry is no different,” said Paran Johar, CMO of JumpTap. “The Zogby/JumpTap partnership marks the opening of a new horizon in using mobile as the center of next generation communication and new media and pioneers an innovative effort to demonstrate how readily people will engage via their mobiles with information that is important and relevant.”
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We share with Philadelphia State Rep. Jim Roebuck his enthusiasm over a report being released today. It is the College Board’s fifth annual “AP® Report to the Nation,” which states 11.9% of Pennsylvania’s public-school students in the class of 2008 achieved an AP Exam score of 3 or better (the score predictive of college success) during their high school years — up from 11.1% in 2007 and 9.5% in 2003. We agree these results show Pennsylvania’s educators, administrators and policymakers can be proud of the progress being made toward successfully preparing students for collegelevel courses. Roebuck, who is Chairman of the Pennsylvania House Education Committee, stated, “These results are praiseworthy, and I’m pleased to publicly commend our educators and students for their hard work in these rigorous courses. In the future, our focus must be equally dedicated to reaching all students and preparing them for the opportunities AP classes provide.” The data in this year’s report demonstrate Pennsylvania’s continued commitment to closing the equity gap that exists in many states across the country. While Hispanic or Latino and Black or African American students remain underrepresented
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We join those who commend the lawmakers and health-care leaders who will gather at the state Capitol Saturday to observe Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, which is observed Feb. 7. Allegheny Co. State Rep. Jake Wheatley, vice chairman of Pennsylvania Black Caucus, summed up the importance of this gathering by saying, “Even though African Americans comprise about 13% of the United States population, one-half of the estimated new HIV/AIDS diagnoses in the United States in 2005 were for African Americans. Prevention is important, and we need people around the state to raise awareness of this problem.” We salute State Rep. Ron Waters and State Sen. Vincent Hughes for taking their extra time to be of service by joining in the commemoration. “HIV/AIDS has ravaged the Black community, leaving devastation and heartbreak in its wake,” Hughes said. “I cannot stress enough the importance of getting tested, getting involved and getting educated on HIV/AIDS.” Waters seconded his comment. “In the past five years working with Gov. Rendell and the former Sec. of Health Dr. Calvin Johnson, we have increased the funding for HIV prevention, testing and education, significantly,” Hughes said. “We have also tried a new and innovative approach to testing, moving the format from a one week test-toresult period to a rapid-test program.” In the rapid-testing process, a person being tested can receive their results in a 30-minute period. A national report indicates half of all people living with HIV in the United States are African American. Nearly two-thirds of all new cases of HIV are found in African American women. AIDS is the No. 1 cause of death for African American women ages 25 to 34, beating out heart disease, cancer and homicide. Traditional testing, which has a one-week wait until providing the results, had a 40% drop-off in people who did come back to receive their results. Hughes asserted now folks can learn their status immediately, and thus can get the appropriate counseling and treatment. “It is time for significant action,” Hughes said. “We need to stand up, stand tall, be vocal and be vigilant in our communities; that are the only way to fight this growing epidemic. Just the simple act of finding out your status is half the battle. Get tested today.”
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We’re back! All you Elephants get ready to rumble, ‘cause MICHAEL “MAN OF” STEELE has taken over the reins at the Republican National Committee. Our first African American Chairman was voted in and he’s ready to rock and roll our party back into leadership. Steele declared, “To my friends in the Northeast, get ready, baby, it is time to turn it on and work, and work to do what we always do well – and that is win!” That’s music to the ears of hard chargers like Southeast Director JOE DeFELICE, who’s been sharpening his tusks. MARC COLLAZZO’S “Loyal Opposition” is spinning up its biweekly Philly Politics 101 program on Feb. 21, 10:00 a.m. at 1500 Walnut Street, in the 2nd floor Conference Room. Foreign-policy guru EDWARD TURZANSKI as guest speaker will offer rousing words on what it means to be GOP. Collazzo credits local Ward Leaders with starting a program which will feature guest speakers, educational forums, politicking, strategy sessions and candidate recruitment. Doughnuts and coffee are rumored to be on MICHAEL CIBIK and MATT WOLFE. National Committeeman BOB ASHER packed the place last week at the Union League for his annual Future Fund PAC fundraiser. It was a Who’s Who of the Party in the Lincoln Room. Potential Governor candidates former US Attorney PAT MEEHAN and Attorney General TOM (Cont. Page 14)
I never thought I would hear myself say this, but I’m getting tired of seeing Barack Obama. In fact, I’m getting tired of seeing Barack, Michelle, Malia, Sasha, and everyone else in the family Obama peering up at me from various magazines, books, t-shirts, Beanie Babies and the like. Don’t get me wrong. I’m not being a hater when it comes to our new First Family. In fact, I’m encouraged we have a President that can speak a complete sentence, a first lady who isn’t trying to have a cabinet position but does know what she’s talking about enough to share her thoughts, and a set of kids in the White House that aren’t ending up in Us Magazine for their underage-drinking exploits. But I think it’s time my fellow travelers in the media let these folks do stuff like go to school, try to get adjusted to life in Washington and, oh yes, run the freakin’ country! It took the Super Bowl for me to finally realize just how overexposed President Obama has become. I was watching the “Pre-Game Show that Doesn’t End ….” Yes, it goes on and on, my friend, some people started watching it not knowing what it was, and they’ll continue watching it forever just because…. Anyway, I was watching and saw, among other things, an (Cont. Page 17)
Snooper’s BIG STORY: This one involves ALL OF YOU – and a wonderful Judge, HON. ANNETTE RIZZO, a hard worker on The Common Pleas Court. This Judge is definitely concerned about the vast numbers of FORECLOSURES in this City and she is doing something about them. I’m told by the President Judge, HON. PAMELA PRYOR DEMBE, she is holding Foreclosures Court in ROOM 676 CITY HALL. An Angel in a black robe! Late Flash: President Judge Dembe vs. Vivian Miller – watch! Snooper’s Special Memo: For: The HON. TOM GEHRET, Judge - Philadelphia Municipal Court. Let me extend my personal sympathies to you and your family. I know the feelings you had for your wonderful Mother DOROTHY L. (nee McGovern). Your Mom has now joined “BOSCO” and they’re both looking out for all of you: ROBERT, JANE, FRANCES and MARYANNE. They are now in peace and with THE MASTER. R.I.P. Snooper’s Personal Comments: Let me direct them to our new President BARACK OBAMA. Mr. President, I wish you all the success you’ll need. Your first 100 DAYS will tell us a lot about you, and what WE can expect for our Country. Presidential Fact: Did you know Vice President Joe Biden was actually our President for at least FIVE min(Cont. Page 14)
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Yo! Here we go again with these observations on this Subject: American kids vs. Italian kids. American Kids: Move out when they’re 18 with the full support of their parents. Italian Kids: Move out when they’re 28, having saved for that nice house and are a week away from getting married unless there’s room in the basement for the newlyweds. American Kids: When their Mom visits them she brings a nice pound cake and you sip coffee and chat. Italian Kids: When their Mom visits them she brings three days’ worth of food and begins to immediately tidy up, dust, do the laundry or rearrange the furniture. American Kids: Their dads always call before they come over to visit them and it’s usually only on special occasions. Italian Kids: Are not at all fazed when their dads come over, unannounced, on a Saturday morning at 8:00 and starts pruning the fruit trees. And if there are no fruit trees, he will plant some! American Kids: Always pay retail and look in the Yellow Pages when they need something done. Italian Kids: Just call their dad or uncle and ask for another dad’s or uncle’s phone number to get it done cash deal, know what I mean? American Kids: Will come over for cake and coffee and get only cake and coffee, no more. Italian Kids: Will come over for cake and coffee and get antipasto, a few bottles of wine, a pasta dish, a choice of two meats, salad, bread, potatoes, a nice dessert cake, fruit, coffee and a few after-dinner drinks; time permitting, there will be a late lunch as well. American Kids: Never ask the reason you have no food. Italian Kids: Are the reason you have no food. American Kids: Call your parents Mr. and Mrs. Italian Kids: Call your parents Mom and Dad. American Kids: Have never seen you cry. Italian Kids: Cry with you. American Kids: Will eat at your dinner table and leave. Italian Kids: Will spend hours (Cont. Page 14)
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JUDGE JAMES MURRAY LYNN of Philadelphia Common Pleas Court was endorsed by the Democratic State Committee for the office of Judge of Commonwealth Court. He received over 80% of the vote cast. Among his colleagues in Philadelphia he enjoys a fine reputation and undoubtedly will be a positive addition to the appellate bench. An institution in Philadelphia Democratic politics, JOSEPH GAFFIGAN, departed this life after a long illness. He was 87 years of age. He traced his political activity to MAYOR RICHARDSON DILWORTH, for whom he was a deputy. He was on the staff of GOVS. LEADER and LAWRENCE and, later on, counsel to Philadelphia Electric Co. He was a friend of former Party Treasurer JIM CLARK and a confidante of CONGRESSMAN BILL GREEN the elder. He was also a trusted advisor to MAYOR WILLIAM GREEN. This attorney devoted most of his life to public service. Attending his wake were former Mayor Green and old friend TOM DARCY, long with DAVE GLANCEY on the Board of Revision of Taxes. The annual sports-writer banquet was held at Crown Plaza at Cherry Hill, N.J. Honorees were BRAD LIDGE as outstanding pro athlete; SHELDON BROWN, who got the Good Guy Award; ADAM TALIAFERRO, who got the humanitarian award; BERNIE PARENT; CUTTINO MOBLEY; MIKE WASHINGTON, the outstanding amateur athlete; LATAVIA THOMAS, who received the Frank Dolson Penn Relays award; and STEVE SABOL of the NFL, who received the lifetime achievement award. Special achievement award went to SHUN WHITE, who is the Army-Navy NVP. It was a nice affair, with a lot of laughter and kidding which you find among people with athletic careers. HARRY KALAS was master of ceremonies and JOE CONKLIN was at his funniest, leaving them “rolling in the aisles.” Among the attendees were CHARLIE GARUFFE, formerly of Paintarama and now proprietor of the Eagles Bus, which is avail(Cont. Page 17)
section comprised of smaller versions of some of the chef’s most popular creations. Lunch is served Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Although they rotate frequently to reflect seasonal ingredients, choices may include: acorn squash soup with allspice foam; Rouge burger, a 3 oz. version of their cheeseburger with Gruyère cheese, caramelized onions and
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pommes frites; smoked salmon BLT on toasted pumpernickel with tomato, smoked bacon, romaine, horseradish and potato gaufrettes; short ribs with white bean ragout and braised cabbage; pan-seared scallop with caramelized cauliflower, spinach, Granny Smith apples and sweet vermouth sauce; and daily changing house-made pasta with red wine-beef Bolognese, basil, lemon, oregano
and parmesan cheese. The restaurant’s signature Rouge burger has garnered a slew of national press. On Feb. 19, chef Zagorski will compete against other ‘best burger’ contenders at the Amstel Light Burger Bash, hosted by Rachel Ray, at the South Beach Wine and Food Festival in Miami. For more information or to make a reservation, call (215) 7326622.
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by Len Lear The current economy (it’s either a recession or a depression, depending on whether or not you still have a job) is so bad, even the priciest restaurants in the city are looking for ways to fill the empty seats they never would have tried six months ago. For example, even Lacroix at the Rittenhouse, where you can easily drop $300 at a dinner for two without even breathing hard, is joining the price-reduction parade. Every Sunday and Monday in February at Lacroix, guests can enjoy a three-course dinner for $35 per person, not including tax and tip. In addition, diners will receive 50% off of Lacroix’s extensive wine list, making this a great opportunity to experience a premier dining destination you might not otherwise be able to enjoy. You’ll still wind up in the $100 ballpark (for two), which is not exactly hoagie prices, but it’s a huge reduction over the usual tariff. Dishes offered at the reduced-price dinner include tomato-grilled-cheese soup, white belly fluke crudo with pancetta, the Lacroix salad, monkfish, mussels, couscous, curried pork shoulder, roasted garlic risotto, vanilla cream froth and apple jam, frozen lemon parfait and toasted meringue, milk chocolate Earl Grey sorbet, etc. Lacroix was ranked number two of the top 50 restaurants in the Delaware Valley by Philadelphia Magazine in 2008. Philadelphia Inquirer food critic Craig LaBan, who can be brutal, wrote Lacroix serves “Philadelphia’s most sophisticated contemporary cuisine.” LaBan gave the restaurant a rare four-bell (“superior”) rating. Lacroix
at the Rittenhouse is located on the second floor of the Rittenhouse Hotel, 210 W. Rittenhouse Square. For reservations, call (215) 790-2533. More bargain prices Also under the heading of “reduced prices” is Friday Saturday Sunday’s new “Half-Price Happy Hour.” All drinks (including top shelf) are offered at half off the regular price. You can enjoy $5 martinis, $4 glasses of wine and $2 beers. In addition, owner Weaver Lilley is offering a new “Tank Bar Snack Menu.” All items are now priced at $3 to $5. Happy Hour at the Tank Bar is available Monday through Friday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Some of the bargainpriced snacks are: marinated olives in extra-virgin olive oil with lemon juice, garlic, rosemary and a touch of hot pepper ($3); artichoke hearts rolled in goat cheese and cream cheese with spices and parmesan cheese ($5); classic deviled eggs flavored with mustard and a dab of wasabi ($3); and smoked salmon on cucumber slices with goat cheese and dill ($4). And every bottle of wine is just $10 over the restaurant’s cost. This 35-year-old Center City icon is at 261 S. 21st St. For more information, call (215) 546-4232 or visit www.frisatsun.com. Still saving money Yet another Rittenhouse Square resident lowering its prices is that area’s first bistro and sidewalk café, the 11-year-old Rouge at 205 S. 18th Street. Executive chef Matthew Zagorski recently unveiled a reduced-price option for lunch, “Choose Two” dishes for $16. Guests can either select from traditional Rouge lunch items such as sandwiches and large salads or from the “Choose Two”
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Even posh Lacroix restaurant now offering $35 dinners
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Stack: Website Offers ID Theft Tips Tartaglione Individuals can take steps to prevent and recover from identity theft through an updated state-operated website, according to State Sen. Mike Stack. Identity Theft Action Plan, www.identitytheftactionplan.co m, describes how identity theft happens and offers prevention tips and steps to take in the event of identity theft. It also offers a free, downloadable “Action
Plan” brochure. The website is sponsored by the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency. “Identity theft can take a major toll on a consumer’s bank records, credit score and other valuable personal information; more importantly, it wrecks a person’s feeling of security,” Stack said. “Fortunately, Identity Theft Action Plan offers sim-
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ple, yet effective tips to avoid becoming an identity theft victim.” Identity theft is the No. 1 crime in the nation, according to the US Dept. of Justice. Thieves steal an individual’s Social Security, credit-card or bank-account numbers and other forms of identification in order to purchase items, to falsify their identification or to sell it to other criminals. Because no one is safe from this crime, individuals who think they have been a victim can get back on the right track through helpful tips on the website. The site also provides information to help law enforcement fight this crime, as well as the current laws regarding identity theft. Individuals who do not have access to the Internet may also obtain the free “Action Plan” brochure at local PennDOT Driver License Centers and state police stations or by calling the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency at (717) 705-0888. Residents of the 5th Senatorial Dist. may also stop by one of Sen. Stack’s District Offices for a copy of the “Action Plan” brochure.
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State Sen. Christine M. Tartaglione is urging unemployed Philadelphians to check whether they qualify for another extension of benefits recently approved by the federal government. “It is a tremendously difficult time to be out of work, and families need all the help they can get,” Tartaglione said. “This further extension of benefits will help local communities weather the storm and gives workers more time to secure employment.” Last year, the Federal Government approved an extension of Federal Emergency Unemployment Compensation program. The legislation increased the maximum amount of EUC a claimant may receive, and extended the duration of the program. On Jan. 16, Pennsylvania qualified for “Tier 2,” of the EUC program, which grants claimants up to 13 additional weeks of Federal benefits. That means many who were limited to 26 weeks of benefits can receive as many as 33 additional weeks, for a total of 59 weeks of benefits. Some limitations apply to the extension and recipients should check with their unemployment office about eli-
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IN THIS picture of State Reps. John Myers and Tony Payton in the Jan. 8 issue, the girl was incorrectly identified as Payton’s daughter. She is his niece. gibility. “This new extension is important not only for families, but also for the local economy,” Tartaglione said. “This extra money will be spent at local businesses and can help stem further economic decline.”
For more information on the extended benefits, call the state service center at 1 (888) 313-7284, or the Philadelphia regional office at (215) 8566990. For information on line visit www.SenatorTartaglione.com.
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Sealed proposals will be received by the School Reform Commission at the School Administration Building located at 440 North Broad St., 3rd Floor, Office of Capital Programs, Philadelphia, PA 19130-4015, until 2:00 P.M., on Tuesday, February 24, 2009. A non-refundable fee for each set of bid documents is as scheduled. The School District will only accept bids from companies that have been placed on its current Pre Qualified Contractors List as shown at psit.org. All School District Project require MBE/WBE participation as shown in the specifications.
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FEE BUDGET B- 940 (C) of 2003/4* General Contract Blueford School $19,800,000.00 $500.00 Single Prime 5801 Media St. Addition & Renovation *A pre-bid conference and site tour will be held at the project location, on February 9, 2009 at 1:30 P.M. Specifications and/or plans and contract documents may be examined and copies thereof obtained from the School Reform Commission, 440 North Broad Street, 3rd floor, Philadelphia, PA 19130. Information as to contract documents, etc., may be obtained at the above address, or telephone 215400-5225. Make checks payable to the School District of Philadelphia. The School Reform Commission reserves the right to reject any and all bids and make the awards to the best interests of the School District of Philadelphia.
200th birthday, Feb. 12, the National Constitution Center (NCC), 525 Arch Street, will put on display a copy of the 13th Amendment, signed by Lincoln and forbidding the ownership of slaves in the US “or any place subject to their jurisdiction.” This rare copy, with his signature (which is not required by the Constitution), is one of just seven also signed by the Vice President, the House Speaker, 37 Senators and 114 Congressmen who voted for the amendment on Jan. 31, 1865. The document will be shown for 11 weeks in conjunction with the current exhibit, ‘America I AM: The African American Imprint.’ Museum admission is charged. To learn more, visit www.constitutioncenter.org or call (215) 4096700. Betsy & George Presidents’ Day will be celebrated on Monday, Feb. 16, to honor both Abraham Lincoln and George Washington. On that day, free crafts for kids and special activities
Ruth Russell are planned at the Betsy Ross House, 239 Arch Street, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This house, worthy of a visit at another time too, is where the famous flag maker lived and worked. She was visited (so the story goes) in her upholstery shop by three men, including George Washington who had a stars-and-stripes sketch in his pocket, and asked to make a flag for the new country. Of course she did, and there is still some charming evidence of it in the building. For more information, call (215) 6861252 or visit betsyrosshouse.org.
Jewish New Year of Trees We move on with other celebrations during February. Tu B’Shevat will be observed at the Morris Arboretum & Garden, 100 Northwestern Avenue, on Sunday, Feb. 8, from 1 to 3 p.m. This celebration of the Jewish New Year of Trees will feature interactive demonstrations about trees that grow figs, pomegranates, olives and dates. Each kid will get to take home a birch tree seedling to tend and watch sprout. In addition, school groups in pre-kindergarten through grade 3 will be attending one-hour sessions during the week of Feb. 8-15 to learn how to transplant and care for tree seedlings. Both opportunities are free with regular admission. Call (215) 247-5777, ext. 157, for more information or to schedule a group visit. Words and Worlds Children as well as adults will be celebrating African American History Month and
the talents of ‘Kala Jojo: A Journey Through Words and Worlds’ on Saturday, Feb. 7, at 11 a.m., in the Commonwealth Plaza of the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Broad and Spruce Streets. This African-style storyteller relates traditional folktales and poetry, which he accompanies with instruments including drums, harp, kalimba and bylophone. Admission is free. Learn more at www.kimmelcenter.org. Sundays on Stage Warm up this month’s weather with light-hearted entertainment by Eric Paul, an award-winning performer, who is said to keep his audiences laughing while amazing them with his magic. He will be in Montgomery Auditorium of the Central Library, 1901 Vine Street, on Sunday, Feb. 8, at 2 p.m.; doors open at 1:30. Seating at these Sundays on Stage programs for all ages is on a first-come, first-seated basis and admission is free. Call (215) 6865415 to learn more.
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by Ruth R. Russell My father was an avid student of history, in particular of the Civil War and Abraham Lincoln. He felt that schools did not emphasize the importance of the War Between the States (as some prefer to call it) and Lincoln’s role in freeing the slaves and preserving the union. I think he would have been pleased at the recent emphasis on both the man and the era — the newly elected President traveling the same route as Lincoln did from Philadelphia to Washington before his inauguration. Other events during February will also focus on the 16th US president whose 200th birthday is being celebrated this month. New Lincoln exhibit The Historical Society of Pennsylvania, 1300 Locust Street, has opened an exhibit
entitled ‘200 Years of Lincoln’ in its handsome setting this week. Through numerous photographs, illustrations and artifacts, HSP is presenting the story of Lincoln’s life from his childhood through his presidency and leadership during the Civil War to his assassination and funeral. Featured will be portraits of the man and his family, political cartoons of the day and a signed copy of the Emancipation Proclamation. In addition, Karl Purnell, a Civil War historian and playwright, will discuss the ‘enigma’ of Lincoln on Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 6 p.m., and sign copies of a new book he has written on his presidency. Admission to the exhibit is $1 and visitors are welcome when HSP is open. Hours and information are at www.hsp.org or (215) 732-6200. 13th Amendment display On Abraham Lincoln’s
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Snooper (Cont. From Page 10) utes, and then continued to be until Supreme Court Justice Roberts had to redo the official Presidential Oath? Snooper Scooper: Last week, I mentioned the name of ED REMENTER of The 1st Judicial Dist. and I told you he was, in fact, an umpire for The Northeast Peanut League. He’s looking for Softball Umpires. Lots of games and the pay is great. Call Frank Spatacco at (215) 686-3521.
Elephant Corner (Cont. From Page 10) CORBETT wooed PA’s rightcoast movers and shakers. COUNCILMAN FRANK RIZZO worked the room. A military salute to a real hero and public servant STATE REP. NICK MICCARELLI who deployed last week for yet another combat tour in Iraq. At just 26 years of age, Nick has served his country above and beyond. IBEW Local 98’s JOHNNY DOC and BOB HENON, along with Building Trades’ PAT GILLESPIE, IUPAT DC 21 head
Snooper’s Hollywood Extra: Yes, I got to see JAMIE FOXX. He was in our town to shoot an upcoming movie. They had him in the Mayor’s reception room. Mayor Nutter presented him with one of those $80 LIBERTY BELLS. Foxx did one of the best impressions you’ll ever hear of the Mayor. Snooper’s Political Races: Here we go with another good one, this for City Controller. HON. JOHN BRAXTON, a former Judge of The Common Pleas Court, is going to honcho JOE ASHDALE and Cement Masons’ MIKE FERA, joined retired Delaware Co. GOP Chairman TOM JUDGE, Senate Majority Leader DOMINIC PILEGGI and Young Republicans ED DIXON, AL SCHMIDT and
run. This will be ‘thee race’ because he’ll challenge Alan Butkovitz. For District Attorney, it’s DAN McCAFFERY vs. SETH WILLIAMS, this one promises to be really interesting; but there will be a few more candidates – these two are the ones we’ll be watching, though. Hey Dan, why did the ADA folks forget you on their Candidates for DA Questionnaire Night? Guess they’re afraid of you too! FANS, email me at snooper2@live.com with any and all your comments. AARON COHEN at The Palm to send this Army officer and Penn grad back to the tip of the spear. Donkeys and Elephants alike paid their respects as Nick reported for duty once again. Godspeed, soldier. See ya next week!!
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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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(Cont. From Page 10) interview NBC’s Matt Lauer was doing with President Obama. They talked about all sorts of things, ranging from the economic-stimulus package to whether or not Jessica Simpson has a weight problem. Now granted, being President doesn’t mean you can’t have any fun. Even if the economy’s a mess, you have two wars you have to deal with, and you have an opposition party that’s decided it’s going to start the 2012 Presidential campaign right now by just being led around by Rush Limbaugh, you’re allowed to grab some pizza, break out the chips and salsa, and watch the Super Bowl. But being a part of the “PreGame Show” was a bit much. I understand anything “Obama” sells and gets good ratings. I understand folks are happy he and his family are occupying the White House. I get it. But the President has taken the train to Overexposed-ville, and he and his family need to get off!
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(Cont. From Page 10) able for wakes, weddings and anniversaries. Speaking of Dave Glancey, his nephew, son of JOE, former President Judge of Municipal Court, is living in Hong Kong. He is married to the FarEast editor of the Wall Street Journal and his two daughters are learning Chinese. There are three vacancies on the Municipal Court. Currently sitting by appointment of the Governor are PAT DUGAN (just back from a military tour in Iraq) and TOM NOCELLA. For the remaining vacancy, the front-running candidates are JIM LLOYD, a former assistant DA and son of former STATE SEN. JIM LLOYD, and another former assistant DA JOE WATERS. In Common Pleas Court there are eight vacancies (maybe nine), two of which are occupied by Judges appointed by GOV. RENDELL: ANGIE ROCA and JOYCE EUBANKS. There is one vacancy for Traffic Court. Among the early frontrunners for Common Pleas Court is ADAM BELOFF. He is married to the well-known domes-
tic-relations attorney CHRISTINE HOPE. Then there is JOE COLEMAN, who is the favorite son of South Philadelphia ward leaders. The 58th and 35th Wards in
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tributing participants were Cullinan Flowers, Iannelli Bakery, Carangi Bakery, Acme Market, Tastykake and international accordionist Nicola Argentina. Bocccela said, “A great deal of appreciation must go to Lynn Sieruc, director of SPOAC, for hosting this special event.” It should be noted several senior organizations have joined to participate with PCC and the South Philadelphia Public Record in forming a committee to recognize Seniors and Jan. 29 as the official Annual Award Day.
SOUTH PHILADELPHIA PUBLIC RECORD editor Rory McGlasson hands awards to top volunteers Lena Oliveri and Al Tropiano on behalf of newspaper.
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Scanicchio’s Brings Shelter From The Storm This past Tuesday evening, the snow was coming down fast in big fat flakes and it was sticking on the ground. The streets were deserted. When I swung open the door to the dining room, I thought the place would empty, but a half dozen tables were occupied by folks enjoying a good meal. There were men in suits, couples, a few neighbors, and suburban types. “When we first opened we were told that
the community is set in their ways about Italian food. But the local people flock here,” reports Varalli.” It’s best to make a reservation on the weekend. I’ve noticed that I am getting more area codes 610 and 856, so word must be spreading.” Chef’s recommendations include the Grilled Romaine, Italian Antipasto, Seven Fish Dinner and Seafood Medley Salad. Don’t fill up on the
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(Cont from Page 1) USMC Reunion, The Millay Club Man of the Year Award Dinner or the New Year’s Day private party. Everyone fits in. “A happy, relaxed atmosphere is one of the secrets of our success,” reveals Varalli. Another secret is the consistency in our dishes and our staff. Everyone is like family here. We have a good mix of workers with very low turn around. Very friendly, but not over-bearing. We keep an upbeat mood here. Since we keep busy, the staff can direct their energy into good service.” I ask about the menu. “The one thing I tell everyone in the kitchen is: Don’t skimp! You get a good portion on your plate. “What I see as a secret to their success is the long-term commitment to cuisine. The Varalli family has been in the restaurant business for three decades. Varalli and Gibson are childhood friends who dreamed of opening a restaurant one day. The first year they opened, Philadelphia Magazine gave them a Best of Philadelphia award. “We have a good partnership,” I’m told. Located on the corner of Broad & Porter Streets, where Sharkey’s Bar once stood, Scannicchio’s ambiance is cozy and comfortable. The background music of contemporary Italian songs has the audio set so that you can easily have a conversation without shouting.
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(Cont from Page 1) along with its Administrator Lois Bartella, conducted the event and had high praise for Keller, who not only gave offcial proclamations from Harrisburg, but helped keep the prestigious event going from beginning to end. “His participation was paramount to the success of the first annual Senior Citizen Volunteer Award Day,” Bocella said. Major contributors were Bravo-Elder Health Care, Gangemi Funeral Home and Stephanie Brown, Esq. Con-
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