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Cruising With Columbus Riders On The Storm

IMPRESSIVE phalanx of dignitaries lined up to lead march down Broad Street from Moore at start of S. Phila.’s Columbus Day Parade.

FAMILY DODGE continued its 52year tradition of donating car occupied by Columbus Day Parade Marshal Bobby Rydell and Jerry Blavat “The Geator” as they cruised down Broad Street.

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Senator Stack To Announce Lt. Governor Candidacy STATE Senator Michael Stack will enter the race for Lt. Governor.

State Senator Shirley Kitchen, (left) APPROACHING HIMSELF in puddle left by storm, Councilman Bobby Henon leads cyclists around Lincoln Loop will co-chair his campaign with Con- in N.E. Phila. during “Biking With Bobby” event last weekend. Henon joined Greater Bicycle Coalition of Phila. to gressman Bob Brady. host community day educating cyclists and promoting benefits of biking. Photo by Rory McGlasson Further announcements to follow.

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WALTER LOMAX: In Memoriam

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Auto Mall ‘Warms Up’ BOXES packed with warm winter coats donated by Eastern Penna. auto dealers are collected by Regina Wigand, executive secretary of Pacifico Ford at Auto Mall, for distribution to needy.

PHILA. lost a favorite son with passing of business icon Dr. William Lomax. A mural depicting Dr. Lomax at 18th & Wharton Streets is a reminder of a trailblazer who fought for city’s poor and underserved.

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Heard on the Hill / in City Hall Parker Holds Fair For Further Learning

State Rep. Cherelle L. Parker (D-Northwest) is hosting a post-secondary-education information fair on Oct. 26 for Philadelphians interested in pursuing higher education in a traditional institution, a vocational training program or an apprenticeship program.

The 2013 College, Vocational, & Labor Information Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church’s Family Life Center, 2800 W. Cheltenham Avenue.

More than 50 accredited colleges, universities, labor union apprenticeship programs and vocational schools will be on hand for the event, as well as agencies and organizations that can assist students with educational funding opportunities.

Experts in the career fields of science, technology, engineering and math, or STEM, will also be on hand to discuss opportunities for students.

Graduating seniors also will have the opportunity to learn how to win a free laptop or tablet.

“We are inviting all high school students, not just juniors and seniors, because I believe it is never too early to start planning for your future,” said Parker. “We are inviting young adults and those transitioning careers who may be interested in returning to college or in the programs offered by the city’s dozen or so unions.”

At least 14 colleges and five labor unions or job-training programs will participate.

For more information, contact Parker’s office at (215) 242-7300.

Washington Urges Donating Wireless Phones To Verizon

State Sen. LeAnna Washington (D-Northwest) has again partnered with Verizon HopeLine to collect wireless phones to help victims of domestic violence with an emergency line in times of need.

Throughout the year, Veri-

zon HopeLine collects, repurposes, and distributes old cell phones to give victims of domestic violence a way to connect with their loved ones after they escape a violent situation.

During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Washington’s district offices will serve as collection points to drop off old phones. Additionally, an additional collection point will be found at the annual Run/Walk to End Domestic Violence on Oct. 26 on W. River Drive.

Washington said, “For many victims of domestic violence, the phones that are recycled and donated through the Verizon HopeLine program are the lifeline they need to rebuild their independence, their lives, and their families.”

Donations will be accepted at both of Washington’s district offices throughout the month of October. The Wadsworth district office is located at 1555-A Wadsworth Avenue (215-2420472).

Boyle And Taylor Announce Scrap Metal Legislation

State Reps. Kevin Boyle (DNortheast) and John Taylor (RKensington) announced they plan to introduce legislation to implement a statewide scrapmetal transaction database.

The bill would amend the Scrap Material Theft Prevention Act by creating a database and requiring scrap processors to register with the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s office.

“Because the economy is still struggling and metal prices are high, scrap metal theft is a serious, ongoing problem that defies easy detection and apprehension of thieves,” Boyle said. “We owe consumers and law enforcement the best tools available to provide a simple, yet powerful solution that prevents theft.”

Taylor noted, “Current efforts are proving to be disjointed and inefficient, requiring significant time, commitment and follow-up by officers.”

Rep. Neilson Raises Dyslexia Awareness

State Rep. Ed Neilson (DNortheast) is raising awareness of dyslexia by sponsoring a resolution and hosting a rally at the Capitol with the Pennsylvania

Sabatina’s bill, HB 1296, would classify home invasion as a first-degree felony with a minimum penalty of five years at a maximum security facility, or 10 years for a second offense or if the victim is

funding for transportation, Medicaid expansion and finding additional revenue for Philadelphia’s schools,” she said. “So I am extremely proud we were able to pass this important bill and recognize the need to further protect unwanted newborns.”

Council Moves To Ban APMs

STATE REP. Ed Neilson, extreme right, was joined by other Representatives with Dyslexia Legislative Coalition in State Capitol. older than 62.

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Youngblood Bill Protects Newborn The Pennsylvania House of The State House of RepreRepresentatives unanimously adopted HR 430, a resolution sentatives unanimously passed authored by Neilson that des- a bill sponsored by State Rep. ignates the month of October Rosita C. Youngblood (Dthat would 2013 as “Dyslexia Awareness Northwest) strengthen the state’s Safe Month” in Pennsylvania.

“Dyslexia is a serious but Haven law and help protect manageable issue affecting dangerous abandonment of about 15% of our popula- unwanted newborns.

Youngblood said the legistion,” Neilson said. “I sponsored this resolution to bring lation, HB 1090, would allow attention to the issue, so that police stations to serve as safe we can continue working to- havens in Pennsylvania, adding an additional outlet for gether to find solution.”

Sabatina Pushes parents to place their newly Home-Invasion Bill born babies into protected cusState Rep. John Sabatina (D- tody. Currently, only hospiNortheast) is urging the State tals are approved under state House to take quick action on law to serve as safe havens. his bill to toughen the penalties “This is a commonsense for home invasion after the bill proposal that protects our most was moved out of the House Ju- vulnerable children – those diciary Committee. whose parents are unable, or “Home invasion is a crime unwilling, to care for them,” which continues to plague our Youngblood said. “Most lawstate and my legislation is enforcement agencies are alaimed at curbing this epidemic ready providing safe haven for of violence in our area,” infants, but it is important to Sabatina said. “This is an ap- ensure that parents who are trypalling crime which robs indi- ing to do the moral thing under viduals not only of their very difficult circumstances are possessions, but also of their protected by state law. sense of security in their own “Sometimes common sense home. People who would proposals that have little concommit this act need to under- troversy can fall through the stand the harsh consequences cracks, especially with higher that await them.” ticket issues on the agenda like

Councilwoman at Large Blondell Reynolds Brown has introduced a bill to ban the use of automated purchasing machines.

Co-sponsored by 4th Dist.

Councilman Curtis Jones, Jr., chair of the City Council Committee on Public Safety, the bill bans machines which dispense instant cash in exchange for cell phones, mp3 players and/or electronic tablets. After an electronic evaluation of the device, the consumer receives cash on the spot. Newer, more-expensive devices yield higher cash payouts to the consumer.

The bill bans the machines from operating within the City of Philadelphia and provides for the seizure and forfeiture of such machines. There is currently one such machine in operation at the Franklin Mills Mall.

In March 2013, Lookout, a global mobile-security firm, reported Philadelphia has the highest lost/stolen cell-phone rate in the nation.

Brown, DA Williams Host Safety Summit

State Rep. Vanessa Lowery Brown (D-W. Phila.) will cohost a safety summit for women and children with Philadelphia District Attorney Seth Williams from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 at the School of the Future, 4021 Parkside Avenue.

The free summit will feature three separate workshop sessions focusing on a variety of topics including Internet safety for women and children, self-defense, escaping abusive relationships, human trafficking, preventing child sexual abuse, and child-support issues.

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Many County Chairs Fall In Behind McCord

dorsements from fellow Democratic leaders.”

In the west, McCord has won over the chairs of Blair, Cambria, Cameron, Crawford, Indiana, Lawrence and Somerset Cos. Midstate, he claims the party chiefs of Centre, Cumberland, Fulton, Lancaster, Lebanon, Lycoming and Union Cos. Northeastern backers include the chairs of Berks and Carbon Cos. The key question: Can these chairmen and women deliver their county endorsements?

Can Boxer, City Chiefs Pack One-Two Punch?

While McCord works the counties, Allentown Mayor Ed Pawlowski is working the cities.

Enjoying a good track record and high repute for his leadership of Lehigh Valley’s flagship city, Pawlowski is picking up support from other municipal leaders as well as from elected officials in his regional base.

Former Heavyweight Champion and Easton businessman Larry Holmes, as well as President of Erie City Coun-

cil Jim Winarski, have given the nod to Pawlowski in 2014.

Also announcing their endorsement of Pawlowski are Co-Chair of Monroe Co. Democrats Hector Citron; Reading City Councilman Jeff Waltman and Lehigh Co. Commissioner Dan McCarthy. These are the latest elected officials from across the state who have joined the growing list of supporters for Pawlowski’s run for the Democratic nomination.

“I greatly appreciate the support of Larry Holmes, who is a legend, champion, and important to the business community in Pennsylvania,” said Pawlowski. “In addition, I’m glad these other elected officials have joined our fight to defeat Tom Corbett and to counter the failed leadership that is sending our commonwealth down the wrong path.

Together we will work to move Pennsylvania forward on the road to prosperity.”

Urban votes are a gold mine for Democratic candidates. If

Pawlowski can build a statewide network of supporters in cities, he may be able to sneak through the scrimmage for county-party and labor support and come out ahead.

Other Democratic candidates for Governor include former Dept. of Environmental Protection Secretaries John Hanger and Katie McGinty, Cumberland Co. minister Max Myers, Lebanon Co. Commissioner Jo Ellen Litz, Philadelphia’s State Sen. Mike Stack (D-Northeast), former Auditor General Jack Wagner from Pittsburgh and former Revenue Secretary Tom Wolf.

When it comes to fundraising, millionaire businessman Wolf of York Co. needs to attract only one major donor, at least in the primary: himself.

The other four will need to start harvesting endorsements soon, if they are to garner the resources to mount effective campaigns after New Year’s Day. The larger the field, however, the lower the bar (Cont. Page 4)

Marching On Pulaski Day

COUNCILMAN David Oh, former Controller Jonathan Saidel, Councilman Bill Greenlee, City Controller Alan Butkovitz and campaign consultant Maurice Floyd were much in evidence at PuPhotos by Tracey Gordon laski Day Parade.

VINTAGE cars were part of Pulaski Day Parade. Here City Commissioner Stephanie Singer and Parade Coordinator Cathy Middletown share shiny moment.

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Twenty Democratic Party county chairs have endorsed McCord for Governor.

“I’m proud to add my name to the list of Rob McCord supporters,” said Chester Co. Chair Michele Vaughn. “Right now this state needs a leader who understands what families

are going through, a leader with the intelligence and expertise to find innovative solutions to our toughest challenges, and a leader who has the experience to deliver real results. Rob McCord is that leader.”

It’s highly unlikely any of the Democrats running for Governor will win the endorsement of the statewide party. That requires a twothirds vote by state committee members – a tough threshold even in a two-way race.

But unlike the GOP, which maintains stricter control over county party activities from the top down, individual Democratic county committees are free to endorse.

The county party circuit is McCord’s strong suit. He first courted local leaders and state committee members – aggressively – in 2008 when he ran in the competitive Treasurer primary against former State Rep. John Cordisco.

Cordisco, now the chairman of the Bucks Co. Democratic Committee, is on the list of McCord supporters.

Since then McCord regularly has traveled the state, keynoting breakfasts and party functions throughout all 67 Pennsylvania counties.

“The Democratic County Chairs are on the front lines when it comes to standing up to Tom Corbett’s agenda — an agenda that has significantly reduced the investments we make in Pennsylvania’s working families,” McCord said.

“As someone who has made it a priority to say ‘no’ to this governor when he tries to take us off track, I am honored to receive these valuable en-

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take on Gov. Corbett next fall,” Nina Esposito-Visgitis, president of PFT 400, said.

“She has a detailed plan to reverse the damage of Gov. Corbett’s cuts in her first term and make unprecedented investments in universal pre-kindergarten for four-year olds.”

Schwartz – along with most of the Democratic hopefuls – has said education would be her top priority as Governor.

Significantly, this endorsement comes from the key battleground area of the race: Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania. With all of the major candidates hailing from Southeastern Pennsylvania, establishing a strong foothold in Pittsburgh is a must.

For his part, McCord picked up the backing of the Pennsylvania State Corrections Officers Association. With 9,500 members statewide, this union is a major voting bloc in Midstate and Northern Pennsylvania.

“When we met with Rob McCord we sensed he understood the challenges we face and that he was committed to working with us,” said PSCOA President Roy Pinto. “We know Rob appreciates the needs of working families better than any other candidate because he grew up in such a family.”

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by Joe Shaheeli Name-dropping is the name of the game at this stage of the Democratic contention for a challenger to Republican Gov. Tom Corbett in the upcoming May 20 primary.

Ten candidates either have formally announced for the Governor’s race or are closely considering it. As the incumbent Corbett has been leaking blood in recent dismal polls, Democrats are drawn like sharks toward what looks like a winnable election.

To make serious headway during the winter months, serious candidates need to start raising serious money now.

Big-name endorsements usually don’t cost much but they provide crucial support for fourth-quarter fundraising, as major donors want to know candidates already have a base before they endow them.

Thus far, Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz (D-Northeast) and State Treasurer Rob McCord have proven themselves to be amongst the most capable in this regard. Last week, these two added to their credentials by each securing organizational endorsements.

Both hail from Montgomery Co., which has become a bastion of Democratic votes. As a result, though, neither can expect to confront the other with a unified “home team”.

So both must scramble far and wide for support in other corners of the state.

Schwartz picked up a big win by getting the backing of the Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers.

“Allyson Schwartz is far and away the best candidate to

Endorsements Early Key To Primary

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Roebuck Hosts Big Mtg. COUNCILWOMAN Jannie Blackwell, State Rep. Jim Roebuck and State Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams appeared at Roebuck’s Community Meeting on Saturday at Christian Street Community Center, which attracted over 100 residents. Roebuck, an education expert, spoke about school-funding issue, safety, gun violence, and other topics. Blackwell was able to answer questions about abandoned houses. Williams stopped by and announced his endorsement of Roebuck.

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(Cont. From Page 3) becomes for any one individual to win; it doesn’t take nearly as many votes to win a ten-person race as a two-person race.

Progressive Summit To Showcase Hopefuls

Hanger, Litz, McGinty, Pawlowski, Myers, Rob McCord, Wolf and Schwartz will divert their attacks from Gov. Corbett and onto each other.

They’ve each agreed to participate in the Pennsylvania Progressive Summit in February.

The Pa. Progressive Summit will be held Feb. 28 and Mar. 1 at the Harrisburg Hilton, with the debate scheduled for Friday at 6 p.m. Candidates will take questions from progressive leaders in the audience and sponsoring organizations of the event.

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“We are excited about the impact that our gubernatorial debate will have,” said Eileen Connelly, chair of the board of Keystone Progress. “This is an incredible opportunity for the progressive community to set the agenda for the entire campaign.”

Technically, this will be the second debate for the Democratic primary candidates, as they were all invited to a debate hosted by a Harrisburg community group back in June. Only Max Myers and John Hanger actually participated. Schwartz was in a voting session in D.C., McGinty

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DEPUTY City Commissioner Tracey Gordon joined forces with Republican 40B Ward Leader Craig Melidosian and met with Councilman Kenyatta Johnson, city planners, Commissioner of License & Inspection Carlton Williams, legislative aide Steve Cobb and concerned citizens to discuss bombardment of auto-repair, tire, and chop shops in S.W. Phila. community. Here they are shown reviewing zoning map.

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and McCord declined, though McCord was still undeclared at that point.

Despite the event’s poor candidate attendance, Myers and Hanger didn’t waste the opportunity to chastise their opponents for not participating.

Hanger questioned, “If you are not ready to do this debate, why are you ready to run for Governor?”

Myers quipped, “The risk is too high for those who aren’t here.”

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They showed this by singling her out for early and sustained attacks on her proposal to fund transportation funding through a new 5% severance tax on natural-gas production.

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Williams, Alvarez Agree To Debate DA’s Race

After Republican challenger Danny Alvarez encountered incumbent DA Seth Williams in the Mayfair Diner in Northeast Philadelphia, the two settled on a televised debate.

The taped debate, which has not yet taken place, will be aired on Larry Kane’s “Voice of Reason” show on CN8.

Alvarez had long been badgering Williams to schedule a debate, as a prosecutor.”

Furthermore, he implored Seth COUNCIL President Darrell Clarke, center, poses in his offices with (Cont. Next Page) Jim Abrams and Pointman Soldiers Heart Ministries veterans group,

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nia Republican Party’s early efforts to brand Schwartz in particular as a “tax-and-spend liberal” amounts to a lefthanded “endorsement” of Schwartz’s candidacy. Insiders are reading this move as a statement the GOP fears the Congresswoman more than

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DA Debate Falls Into Place (Cont. From Prev. Page) what other taxes she would increase to fund her campaign plans like the transportation infrastructure bank. It’s clear the only page in her playbook is to implement new excessive taxes and spend more money on increasing the size of government, an agenda already failing us in Washington, D.C. Every one of Congresswoman Schwartz’s plans will be dependent on failed taxand-spend policies that will kill jobs and increase the burden for Pennsylvania’s families and small businesses.

“Gov. Corbett has put Pennsylvanians first by keeping his promises to restore fiscal responsibility in Harrisburg, grow our energy sector, empower the private sector to create over 130,000 new jobs, and refuse to raise taxes on Pennsylvania’s hardworking families and small businesses,” Barley continued.

Schwartz hardly sticks out in the Democratic field on this issue. Many if not most of the other Democratic gubernatorial aspirants are also leery of shale-gas extraction and want to tap it for more revenue.

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tourage there to answer all the tough questions.” That charge will now be put to rest.

Alvarez is hoping to draw momentum from what he regards as a misstep by Williams at a public meeting in Mayfair when the family of slain Fish-

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town resident Shane Kelly questioned Seth Williams about his plea-bargaining strategy. Some found Williams’ response insensitive and the crowd turned unruly, causing the town-hall meeting to be halted.

Alvarez is a former Assistant DA. Currently, he has a criminal-defense practice.

Williams has upped his visibility in recent weeks, joining other elected officials at fairs and forums largely in friendly territory. As an incumbent, he had little incentive to provide his challenger with a venue for display on an equal footing.

Tracy: Bipartisan Eye Needed For School $$

Philadelphians sorely need a Republican eye on expenditures by public officials in a Democrat-run city, insists Terry Tracy, who is challenging incumbent City Controller Alan Butkovitz in the November general election.

Pointing to a Pew Institute poll showing widespread dissatisfaction with the city’s direction – particularly in the area of public education – and calling for lower taxes instead of more services, Tracy has vowed to launch aggressive audits of all city and school bureaucracies if he is elected Controller.

Speaking at a civic meeting for Center City voters in Fairmount, Tracy said, “The point of this particular cycle, when it was initially imagined, is the people of Philadelphia basically have a midterm election on the performance of the Mayor.”

Tracy argued voters should “elect a City Controller and a District Attorney ... that are able to really operate as a meaningful check and balance on the government in power. There are people across the city coming from different ideological points of view that say, ‘You know what, that makes a lot of sense’.”

Most urgent, in Tracy’s view is an immediate probe into School District spending. He charges top-heavy administrative costs have created many of the painful cuts in direct educational services at the school and classroom level. Butkovitz, he says, has soft-pedaled investigations of the School District.

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415-6019 or parker4staterep@gmail.com Oct. 17- State Rep. Vanessa Lowery Brown hosts Community Briefing at Christian Stronghold Ch., 4701 Lancaster Ave., 7 pm. For info 215-879-6615.

Oct. 17- Feltonville United Neighbors Initial Formation meeting at Bethel SDA Church located at 169-171 W. Wyoming Ave., 7 p.m.

215.739.ARGO (2746).

Oct. 18- State Rep. Rosita Youngblood hosts free flu shots at her district office, 310 W. Chelten Ave., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For info (215) 849-6426.

Oct. 18- Sheriff Jewell Williams and Democratic 16th Ward Committee host Chicken & Fish Fry at Lou & Choo’s, 21st & Hunting Park Ave., 5-9 p.m. Tickets $10.

For info Andrew Smith (215) 609-5876.

Oct 18- Candidates Forum at Kingsessing Rec Ctr., 50th & Kingsessing Ave., 6-9 p.m.

Free dinner. For info Kedvin Horne (267) 586-3599 or Mike Ross (484) 250-9055.

Oct. 18- Phila.

Veterans Comfort House hosts Black

Tie gala for homeless vets at Freedoms Foundation, Phoenixville, Pa. 6:30-10 p.m. Tickets $150. Available at www.vetscomforthouse.org.

Oct. 19- State Rep. Vanessa Lowery Brown and DA Seth Williams host safety summit for women and children at HS of the Future, 4021 Parkside Ave., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Event is free but pre-registration is required. For info or to register (215) 879-6615.

Oct. 19- Tom & Dr. Maria McColgan host Fundraiser for Danny Alvarez at 9640 Wissinoming St., 3-7 p.m. Food & beverages. Tickets $50, couples $80.

Oct. 20- Tailgate Party Fundraiser (Eagles v. Cowboys) for State Rep. John Sabatina, Jr. at Taggart Ho., 9961 Frankford Ave. (at Knights Rd.), 12:30-4 p.m.

Tickets $35. Beer & food included. Checks payable to “Committee to Re-Elect John Sabatina, Jr.”. For info (215) 742-8600.

Oct. 20- Eagles Game Fundraiser for State Rep. Mark Cohen at Daly’s Irish

Pub, 4201 Comly St., 1-4 p.m. Widescreen TV, free buffet & beers, cash bar.

Tickets $50. Checks payable to Pennsylvanians for Representative Cohen, 105 Cliffwood Rd., Phila., PA 19115.

Oct. 21- Democratic City Committee Fall Preelection Gala at Sheet Metal Workers Ha., Reed St. & Columbus Blvd., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tickets $150. For info (215) 2417804.

Oct. 21- Phila. Tea Party Patriots So. Philly/CC Mtg. at 7 p.m. in Prudential Bank Bldg., 1834 W. Oregon Ave. Parking & entrance in back.

Oct. 22- Committee of 70, League of Women Voters and Young Involved Phila. sponsor Candidates Debate for City Controller at WHYY, 150 N. 6th St., 7-8 p.m. Dave Davies moderates. Questions drawn from citizen audience.

Oct. 23- Phila. Housing Authority hosts Business Networking for doing work with PHA at Grays Ferry Est., 3200 Grays Ferry Blvd., registration 5 p.m., program 5:30-7 p.m. For info 215-684(Cont. Page 13)

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There is much more to politics than partisanship. Geography, for starters. On countless issues large and small, an elected official from another party who represents your home will serve you better than an official from your own party who represents someone else’s home.

Gov. Tom Corbett is from metropolitan Pittsburgh. Although Southwestern Pennsylvania is little more than half as populous as Southeastern Pennsylvania, it famously rallies behind its home team – and I don’t just mean the Steelers. The result is the Southwest routinely punches above its weight in state politics.

Too often, Pittsburgh’s gain is Philadelphia’s loss. While the Governor has taken admirable care of some crucial Delaware Valley needs, especially in economic infrastructure, on the whole our city and region has suffered from a shift of power toward midstate and the west since 2010.

Fast forward to 2014. The May primary is already looking at a crowded field in the quest for the Democratic nomination to challenge Corbett.

For either party, a top concern in primary voting is a candidate’s winnability. This will be particularly true in this election, since polls show Corbett looks beatable.

But voters in Southeastern Pennsylvania have a second consideration which should weigh heavily on our minds. That is regaining power in Harrisburg for our region. We will all fare better if we swing a big political stick – as big as our population, which is onethird of the entire state’s.

Currently three Southeasterners are in the gubernatorial race or eyeing it closely: Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz and State Treasurer Rob McCord of Montgomery Co. and State Sen. Mike Stack of Philadelphia. It will be crucial for all Southeastern Democrats to select a statewide ticket which features a powerful place for one of our own.

Primaries are contests. In the end, though, city and suburban De- Oct. 17- Ward Leader Mike mocrats will be wise to close ranks behind a favorite son or daughter Cibik hosts Fundraiser for who can bring back home to us the government that is our due.

GOP city ticket Danny Alvarez and Terry Tracy at 334 S. Front St., 6 p.m. Tickets thing to stop his rampage. $150 per person/$200 per True Health Info When it was all over, 13 c o u p l e I must tell you now informative are some the articles in Americans lay dead, with 32 $100 Ward Leaders/Commitmore injured. teepeople/Election Board. the Public Record.

Hasan himself has con- Oct. 17- Craft Beer Tasting I have read hundreds, and I mean hundreds, of articles on fessed at his trial that he was a to support State Rep. Ed Neilback pain. Your recent health “Mujahid”, a jihad warrior for son at Katie O’Donnell’s, 4501 Woodhaven Rd., 6:30edition (Oct.10) contained a Islam.

Yet the Pentagon refuses to 9:30 p.m. Tickets $50. Tickcolumn by Jesse Cannone grant our fallen heroes the ets available at edneilson.com which was right on target. purple hearts they earned with or (215) 821-9842.

Judith Taylor their own blood. For political Oct. 17- 53rd & 35th Ward Bala Cynwyd reasons, the Obama Adminis- Republicans host Fundraiser No Purple Hearts?

In November 2009, Nidal tration says the attack was at Red Rooster Inn, 7960 Hasan walked onto a military “workplace violence”, not ter- Dungan Rd., 7-10 p.m. Live music by Blu Dogz. Tickets base in Texas, shouted “Al- rorism.

It’s past time to honor our $35. For info Gary (215) 820lahu Akbar,” and opened fire on unarmed American sol- heroes. It’s past time to tell the 8553 or Chuckie (215) 722truth.

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Send your Letter to Secre- Oct. 17- Fundraiser for State They fought back any way they could, shielding fellow tary of Defense Chuck Hagel Rep. Cherelle L. Parker at soldiers with their bodies, demanding Purple Hearts for Union League, Benson Rm., 140 S. Broad St., 5:30-7:30 throwing chairs, charging American heroes. p.m., $250 up. For info (267) Hasan – desperate to do any- Jay Sekulow

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by people from the local community, including WARD LEADER JASON BREHOUSE. Ward leaders from other parts of the city came to lend Tracy support, including LINDSAY DOERING and MATT WOLFE. Tracy has been holding numerous town hall events across the city to get his message to the electorate. He is running against incumbent Democrat ALAN BUTKOVITZ. By many accounts, Butkovitz has done a mediocre job as City Controller. Others, including this column on many occasions, have been less charitable. Tracy believes Philadelphia’s finances are a mess owing to a dearth of fiscal discipline compounded by a lack of transparency. These have allowed inefficient and at best misguided practices flourish. Tracy is in an uphill battle in this election owing to the heavy Democratic registration. However as overall turnout is expected to be low and if the Republicans can get the vote out – who knows?

Also last Wednesday the Republican Party held its monthly Happy Hour at Paddy Whacks on South Street. The guest speaker was CAROLYN “BUNNY” WELCH, the Sheriff of Chester Co. Sheriffs in Pennsylvania as in most states are elected. She is one of only two female sheriffs in the Commonwealth. The other is EILEEN WHALON BEHR of Montgomery Co. Welch spoke of her duty as Sheriff. She also brought with her copies of the US Constitution and deputy badges, which she distributed, to (Cont. Page 12)

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As we head towards even this off-year election, we expect to see many evenings with dueling political events. Last Wednesday, COMMITTEEMAN DAVID THOMSEN organized a town-hall meeting for Republican candidate for City Controller, TERRY TRACY, at the Mennonite Church in Fairmount. The event was well attended

We talk a lot about stopping the violence here in the City of Brotherly Love and Put The Damned Gun Down by providing kids with alternatives to shooting each other and all of the activities that can sometimes lead to that.

One of the things that seem to always come up is mentoring … and how our kids need more of it.

But while there are people out there who do want to be mentors, it’s not always easy for them. When you have a demanding job, a family and other responsibilities, trying to shoehorn time to mentor into that schedule can be difficult if not impossible.

Now, what if you were able to mentor a young person while doing something that you do every day … work via the internet?

Tonight at the School of the Future, 40th & Girard Avenues, the folks at the Urban Youth Racing School, the Knight Foundation and the United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey will introduce to the public a guide to using the Internet (and specifically Social Media) as a mentoring device.

The groups will be unveiling UYRS’s What It Takes EMentoring guide, a guide to best practices taken from the group’s What It Takes E-Mentoring program. In addition to showcasing the guide, tonight’s event, which begins at 6 p.m. will include a panel discussion on E-Mentoring moderated by journalist Soledad O’Brien and a screening of O’Brien’s latest “Black in America” documentary.

While the event is free and open to the public, they do want you to register. You can register at www.uyrs.com.

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Yo! Here we go again with this story of the heroic firefighters of a small town.

One dark night, outside a little town in South Jersey, a small fire started inside a local chemical plant and in a blink of an eye it grew and then exploded into massive flames. The alarm went out to all the fire departments for miles around (Waterford, Mullica River and Elwood). When the volunteer firefighters appeared on the scene, the chemical-company president rushed to the fire chief and said, “All of our secret formulas are in the vault. They must be saved. I will give $50,000 to the fire department that brings them out intact.”

But the roaring flames held the firefighters off. Soon more fire departments had to be called in (Atco, Nesco and Folsom). The situation became truly desperate. There was nothing they dared to do.

As the firemen arrived, the president shouted out the offer was now $100,000 to the fire department who could bring out the company’s secret files.

From the distance, a lone siren was heard as another firetruck came into sight. It was a volunteer fire company composed mainly of Italians over the age of 65. To everyone’s amazement, the little, run-down fire engine, operated by these Italians, passed all the newer sleek engines parked outside the plant ... and drove straight into the middle of the inferno. Outside, the other firemen watched as the Italian old-timers jumped off almost inside the flames and began to fight the fire with a performance and effort never seen before.

Within a short time, the old timers had extinguished the fire and saved the secret formulas.

The grateful chemical-company president joyfully announced that for such a superhuman feat he was upping the reward to $200,000, and walked over to personally thank each of the brave, tough, elderly, Italian firefighters.

All the local TV news reporters rushed in after capturing the event on tape, asking, “What are you going to do with all that money?”

“I tella you,” said Lorenzo, the 70-year-old fire chief, “da firsta ting we a gonna do is fixa da lousy brakes on dat son-na-ma bitchena firetruck!”

DID YOU READ where the Mayor is taking another trip?

Is this his second or third? I never heard of any new commerce coming from the last trip (?). I remember serving on a board when it was decided to attend a seminar. The identical program was offered in the Philly area – and San Diego. Which did we vote to attend?... Did you read where the Deputy Mayor defended his legal-defense plan? DID YOU EXPECT OTHERWISE? UPSTATE, they used to call a person or thing a STINKER. This plan might just qualify for that description.

Brandon MLODINSKI is the FIREFIGHTER of the Year.

Hats off for the seven-year vet.... CBS is reported to have learned of 39 pieces of firefighting equipment that are out of service. I wrote about the MAINTENANCE of Fire Dept.

EMS equipment last week. One unit is reported to have lost two wheels when responding to a call.

THE PEW POLL is saying Philadelphians think the new property-tax system is less fair. OF COURSE! No poll is required for that conclusion. The First Level Review appears to have kept the number of appeals to the Board of Revision, low. This is WIN THREE. The first was AVI sailing through CITY COUNCIL. The second was no DEMAND to see the A.V.I. FORMULA. The third was the first-level review thing. When reviewing this, I think of the old WW2 Navy movies where the ship captain says, “MAKE SMOKE....”

The Columbus Day event was spectacular. Much credit goes to Councilman Mark SQUILLA. I was in GALWAY, Ireland, a few years back standing on a pier, when I found a plaque (Cont. Page 12)

Many of Philadelphia’s prominent Italian politicians gathered to march in the spectacular Columbus Day parade. There were many Italian politicians (and those that wish they were Italian) who joined the celebration. RON DONATUCCI, the prominent Register of Wills and chairman of numerous other elite organizations, marched next to STATE SEN. LARRY FARNESE. COUNCILMAN JIM KENNEY – who has the best of both worlds in that he is half Italian, half Irish – also marched.

Kenney has been looking more fit and energized lately. A number of insiders speculate he is preparing to run for Mayor. If he did, he would need votes from South Philadelphia, Center City and the Northeast. These are areas where he has done well in the past. His candidacy could cause problems for the unofficial front-runner, STATE SEN. ANTHONY WILLIAMS. There is also a new rumor floating around that JUDGE RENEE HUGHES may run. The judge is the former wife of STATE SEN. VINCE HUGHES. She has distinguished herself as an excellent jurist and a strong personality. She is also attractive and African American and a woman: three perfect characteristics for a candidate in Philadelphia.

These mayoral complications have many months yet in which to work themselves out. Meanwhile, it was a gorgeous day on S. Broad Street! Also seen at the Columbus Day parade were the ubiquitous COUNCILMAN MARK SQUILLA and highly respected JUDGE MATT CARRAFIELLO. In Harrisburg, the Senate passed a bill to extend the age of eligibility to be a judge to 75.

At the present time, judges have to retire at 70. After that milestone, a number of well-qualified judges have going on to become senior judges. Senior judges are paid per diem to hear cases and often do as much as regular judges. Raising the judicial age is a good idea because most judges gain vital experience over a number of years. Therefore many judges are just hitting their stride in their late 60s.

Federal magistrate FELIPE RESTREPO was sworn in as federal District Judge last week.

Restrepo is son-in-law of JUDGE GENE MAIER and the husband of the lovely KATIE. The ceremonial courtroom was packed with dignitaries including powerbroker TOM LEONARD; JUDGES TIM SAVAGE, TED MCKEE, FELICE STACK and SANDRA MOSS; JIM CRUMLISH; and AL & BARBARA DRAGON.

CONGRESSMAN Bob Brady enjoys chat with Judge Angelo Foglietta, left, and Dr. Anthony Colavito.

SS. JOHN NEUMANN-MARIA GORETTI students marched and ITALIAN cheered down Broad Street to honor Columbus Day. crowd.

ITALIAN C o n s u l General And r e a Canepari s h a r e d s u n n y weather with veteran f o r m e r Council President S. PHILLY legal ace Vince DeFino, left, and Andy A n n a Miller shared breakfast with State Rep. Maria DoVerna. natucci.

IRREPRESSIBLE good spirits break out as S. Phila. native Bobby Rydell, this year’s parade marshal, joked with “The Geator” Jerry Blavat and Angelo Foglietta.

GEARED UP for parade are, from left, Councilman David Oh, Ernesto DeNofa, Italian Consul General Andrea Canepari, philanthropic businesswoman Carol Tamburino and shipping magnate Phil Fischer.

PLAY-BYPLAY coverage of Parade was broadcast by, from left, 6ABC’s Alicia Vitarelli, Marshal Bobby Rydell, Jerry Blavat and Pete Ciarrocchi.

COLUMBUS DAY parade brought sunshine to, from left, 1492 Society organizer Mark Rago, PECO’s Ed McBride, sponsor Pete Ciarrocchi of Chickie’s & Pete’s, Congressman Bob Brady, Carpenters’ Union’s Guy Pigliacelli and Dr. Anthony Colavito.

GIRARD ESTATES civic leader Jodi Della Barba hangs out St. Monica’s pastor Father Kelly and Chiarella’s owner Tommy “Bones” DeFino.

“ N I C E WHEELS,” Councilman Mark Squilla tells colleague Kenyatta Johnson and wife as former Controller Jonathan Saidel grins merrily.

STATE REP. Maria Don a t u c c i shares happy moment with Tom Kelly & wife.

LEGAL LION Vince Giusini was delighted to meet Miss Phila., Temple student Francesca Ruscio.

SENIOR Judge Ant h o n y DeFino says hello to State Rep. Maria Donatucci at parade’s commencement.

REPUBLICANS Councilman David Oh, Controller candidate Terry Tracy and John Katrina look forward to Columbus Day Parade.

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COUNCILMAN Kenyatta Johnson and wife D a w n C h a v o u s showed up in impeccable Italian style, in a Maserati.

Heritage Festival at Marconi Plaza drew large and lively

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“PRE-PARADE” on Columbus Day is at Chiarella’s on E. Passyunk Avenue, where movers and shakers snack on Italian breakfast treats Photos by Maria Merlino and hobnob inside and outside.

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Elephant Corner (Cont. From Page 10) the crowd. She also swore in all attendees as deputies. Sheriffs’ responsibilities include, but are not limited in Pennsylvania to, protecting the courthouses and transporting prisoners, as well as serving and enforcing court orders. Most of her deputies are human but she did express a special respect for her K-9 deputies.

Wednesday morning a Philadelphia leader, humanitarian and hero was laid to rest. FREDERICK HELDRING came to Philadelphia in 1950. He attended the Whar-

ton School at the University of Pennsylvania while working part time for Philadelphia National Bank, of which he would eventually become president and chairman. In his native Holland, he was a member of the Dutch Underground and was instrumental in saving the lives of many Jewish people. He founded the Global Independence Center and the Philadelphia Partnership. The Philadelphia Partnership, renamed the Entrepreneur Works, helps develop entrepreneurs in poorer areas in Greater Philadelphia.

He was involved with many other charitable and civic or-

ganizations. Heldring was a longtime Democrat who, according to his son MARTIN, was on RICHARD NIXON’S enemy list. However, later in life he became a Republican owing to concerns about the financial direction of the country. He was a convert to Catholicism. Although he resided in Wayne and was member of a parish there, he

Out & About (Cont. From Page 10) What It Takes has connected 100 African American men with 200 boys and allows them to communicate with each other via a LinkedIn page put together for that purpose, said Anthony Martin, founder of the Urban Youth Racing School.

Martin had been connecting young people with potential mentors through an event UYRS had done called “What It Takes”. The event would bring in men who had risen to the tops of their professions to talk to young people about how they got there.

When he saw how much his charges appreciated the interaction, Martin sprung into action.

“I wanted these conversations to continue,” he said.

To do this, Martin reached

took a special interest in the parish and school of St. Martin of Tours on Roosevelt Boulevard. St. Martin’s serves a racially and ethnically and diverse congregation with many economically challenged members.

At 4 p.m. today there will be a preview of the “Single Bullet Exhibit” at the Arlen Specter Museum at Philadelout to some of the folks he had met through Urban Youth Racing School. Folks like former 76ers great Charles Barkley (who may not be a role model, but makes a good mentor). Eagles quarterback Michael Vick, and others. He asked them to recruit people for the program.

But you don’t have to be a Pro Bowl quarterback, or an actor to be a mentor.

As I said earlier in this column, UYRS’s What It Takes program has 100 mentors for 200 kids. That means that some of the men are taking more than one kid. That’s fine, if you can do it and give each kid the attention he needs, but it would be nice if each kid had someone that he could connect with.

If you’d like to be a mentor through the Urban Youth Racing School, go to

phia University. Later in the evening, there will be a fundraiser for Tracy and Republican candidate for District Attorney DAN ALVAREZ at the home of WARD LEADER MIKE CIBIK. The guest speaker will be LT. GOV. JIM CAWLEY. The host committee includes Republican City Committee Chairman and STATE REP. www.uyrs.com and sign up.

As you can see, there are more kids in need of mentoring than there are people available to mentor. Some of the men in this program are mentoring more than one kid.

They could use the help.

I’d like to end today’s column by sending my condolences out to the family of former City Councilwoman Augusta Clark. Clark, one of the first African American women to serve in Philadelphia City Council, died on Sunday after a long illness.

She was 81.

Councilwoman Clark was a tireless advocate for education in this city, which is why we crossed paths. I was covering education for the Philadelphia Tribune when she was on Council and she was always willing to talk about what was best for the kids of our city.

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Walk The Beat (Cont. From Page 10) stating Columbus had stood at that point to observe the wave action. It was a SURPRISE. HOW THE IRISH INVADED CANADA is going to be a great presentation before the Ben Franklin American Legion Post in the Union League on the 21st. FENIAN attacks on Canada occurred during the presidency of Andrew Johnson.

Hats off to Judge Rose Marie DeFINO-NASTASI for declaring a new trial for two inmates, after a look at the evidence used to convict. I heard of the INVERSE happening in another courtroom.... CITY CONTROLLER Alan BUTKOVITZ got well-deserved praise when he acted quickly on complaints from North Philly residents about a structurally compromised home. That is MAYORAL MATERIAL. The Last Police Chiefs meeting featured the jokes of Joe CONKLIN.... The golf tourney in memory of the late police office Gunny LeCLAIR was again a success according to LT. Heather McCready BERNARD. HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Mike PODGORSKI, working hard for the State Senate. Also to Kathy BOOCKVAR, Chief Counsel to the State Auditor General. And to John DEL RICCI, keeping the PA Turnpike safe. Gov.Tom CORBETT wants to copy an Arkansas Health Plan. WHY? I read where too few folks have health insurance in some southern states.... UNION MEMBERS are demonstrating at GOP elected official offices to reopen the government. They also are at rallies for full Philly school funding. STEELWORKERS held a protest rally at Crown Holdings.

15 LABOR UNIONS and 40 vocational and education institutions will participate in State Rep. Cherelle PARKER’S Vocational Summit on 10/26. State Rep. Vanessa BROWN and the DA will host a women and children Safety Summit on the 19th. State Rep

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Oct. 23- Democratic Ward 39-B hosts Fall Fundraiser at EOM Cl., 144 Moore St., 5:30-9 p.m. Tickets $50. For info Matt Myers (215) 4674643.

Oct. 24- Fundraiser for State Rep. Rosita Youngblood at Pegasus Ballrm., 5534 Pulaski Ave., 6-8:30 p.m. Cocktails, dinner, jazz band. Tickets $125. For info Cynthia (215) 704-4461.

Oct. 24- 66A Ward Democratic Exec. Committee hosts Preelection Gala at FOP Lodge 5, 11630 Caroline Rd., 6-9 p.m. $35 Ticket available at door.

Oct. 25- Jim Dintino hosts 26th GOP Ward Fall Festival at Waterfall Rm., Water St. & Snyder Ave., 6-9 p.m. Free parking under I-95. Tickets available at door.

Oct. 25- Fundraiser for Jon Cavaiani, recipient of Congressional Medal of Honor, hosted

by Councilman David Oh at Paddy Whacks, 150 South St., 6-9 p.m. $35 per person includes beer, wine and food.

50/50 raffle and Auction items.

Oct. 25- 33rd Ward Halloween Beef at Juniata G.C., 1329 E. Cayuga Ave., 7 p.m.12 a.m. Tickets $30, 2 for $50.

For info Jim Harrity (267) 4438621.

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Nov. 3- Councilman Mark Squilla at Eagles vs. Raiders at McFadden’s, Citizens Bank Pk., 4-7 p.m. Tickets $50.

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Nov. 3- 50,000 motorcyclists, sponsored by Del. Valley Chapter of Alliance of Bikers Aimed Towards Education, will be led by Santa Claus and Justice Seamus McCaffery, starting at noon. Bikers will ride from Penn’s Landing at Columbus Blvd. to Piazza at Schmidt’s in Northern Liberties to deliver toys to US Marine Corp for “Toys For Tots” program.

Nov. 7- 40th Birthday Celebration for City Councilman

Nov. 14- Carol Tamburino honored by League of Women Voters at Union League, 140 S. Broad St. Tickets $100. For info Jody L. Bender (215) 2518283.

Dec. 9- United Republican Cl. hosts Gov. Tom Corbett at Society Hill Sheraton, Front & Dock Sts., 6-8 p.m. For info John H. Morley, Jr. (215) 3891768.

Dec. 13-15Penna.

Society weekend in New York City’s Waldorf-Astoria Hotel.

Guest of honor at banquet on 14th is VP Joe Biden.

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In The Court of Common Pleas Philadelphia County Civil Action – Law No. 130404763 Notice of Action in Mortgage Foreclosure Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Champion Mortgage Company, Plaintiff vs. The Unknown Heirs of Jacob C. Neupauer, Deceased & Jeanette Parra, Solely in Her capacity as Heir of Jacob C. Neupauer, Deceased, Mortgagor and Real Owner Defendant(s) To: The Unknown Heirs of Jacob C. Neupauer, Deceased, whose last known address is 2109 Vista Street Philadelphia, PA 19152. 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 Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Champion Mortgage Company, 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. 130404763, wherein Plaintiff seeks to foreclose on the mortgage secured on your property located, 2109 Vista Street, Philadelphia, PA 19152, 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 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, 1410 W. Erie Ave., Phila., PA 19140, 215-227-2400/ 215-981-3700. Phila. Bar Assoc., One Reading Center, Phila., PA 19104, 215-238-6333. Michael T. McKeever, Atty. for Plaintiff, KML Law Group, P.C., Ste. 5000, Mellon Independence Center, 701 Market St., Phila., PA 19106-1532, 215.627.1322.

ADA BOARD CHAIR Glenavie Norton, left, chats with Board Member Carol Jenkins, who is Democratic 27th Ward Leader.

Kenyatta Johnson at Warwick Hotel (Grand Ballrm.), 220 S. 17th St., 6-9 p.m. $50 Activist, $100 Young Professional (under 40), $250 Friend, $500 Supporter, $1,000 Sponsor, $5,000 PAC Sponsor. For info wanda@citizensforkenyattajohnson.com.

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AMERICANS for Democratic Action held expert panel discussion on vote suppression organized by attorney Kay Kyungsun Yu of Ahmad, Zaffarese & Smyler. From are Josh McNeil, executive director of Conservation Voters of Penna.; Ben Geffen, Public Interest Law Center of Phila.; Marian Schneider, Advancement Project; John Jordan, NAACP; Glenn Magpantay, Asian American Legal Defense & Education Fund; and Will Gonzalez, Ceiba.

mittee, labor leaders John Dougherty: Joseph Schulte, Joseph Ashdale, John J. McNesby, Gary J. Masino and Daniel H. Grace.

Nov. 1- Democratic 1st Ward Leader John J. Dougherty hosts Fundraiser at Chickie’s & Pete’s, 1100 Pattison Ave., 6-9

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Sabatina, Jr. sponsors Breast Cancer Walk in honor of his mother Judy Sabatina at Pennypack Pk., Rhawn St. Little City entrance, 9 a.m. -12 m. Refreshments. Registration $25 adults, $15 kids 14 years old and under, free for kids 5 years old and under. For info Carol Rostucher (215)742-8600.

Oct. 26- 10th Anniversary of Irish Memorial at Front & Chestnut Sts., 4 p.m. Dinner & Irish Music at Hyatt Regency Hotel, 201 S. Columbus Blvd., 6-11 p.m. Tickets $150.

Oct. 26- United Republican Club hosts Crab Night at 3156 Frankford Ave., 7-11 p.m.

Tickets $35 available at door.

Oct. 27- Men’s Club of Congregations of Shaare Shamayim, Dr. Ruth Horwitz and Sen. Bob Rovner host Candidates Brunch at 9768 Verree Rd., brunch 9 a.m., candidates talk 10:00 a.m.-12 m.

Oct. 28- Bob Asher, Rob Gleason and State Rep. John Taylor host GOP District Attorney candidate Danny Alvarez at Union League, Lincoln Memorial Rm., 140 S. Broad St., 5:30 p.m. For info Joseph DeFelice (215) 756-4158.

Oct. 29- Reception honoring Councilman Bobby Henon at Estia, 1405 Locust St., 5:307:30 p.m. Tickets $500 up.

Hosted by labor leaders John J. Dougherty, Pat Gillespie, Pat Eiding, Joseph Schulte, John McNesby and Ryan Boyer. For info Marita Crawford (215) 410-9200.

Oct. 29- Republican City Committee hosts Fall Fundraiser Cocktail Party & Reception at Pier 19 Ballrm./Hibachi, 325 N. Columbus Blvd., 6-8 p.m. New location! $125 per person, $225 per couple. Tix online @phillygop.org. For info (215) 5610650.

Oct. 30- C o u n c i l w o m a n Blondell Reynolds Brown holds Reception at Independence Visitor Ctr., 6th & Market Sts., 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Oct. 30- Fall Festival Cocktail Reception for judicial candidate Anne Marie Coyle, p.m. at FOP Lodge, 11630 Caroline Rd., 6-9 p.m. Donations $35/person and up. Host Com-

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City Leaders Mourn Loss Of Augusta Clarke

Augusta Clark.

Friends and family are mourning the loss of former City Councilwoman Augusta Clark.

“Gussie”, as she was best known, died on Sunday, aged 81.

Mayor Michael Nutter said in a statement Clark meant “so much to so many of us engaged in social and political struggles.

“I met Gussie Clark 30 years ago and since that time, she’s been a friend, colleague, supporter and mentor,” Nutter said. “My wife Lisa and I

were able to see Gussie in the hospital just last Thursday, and fortunately, she was resting peacefully.”

He commented, “We’ve suffered so many losses recently in the political world – Councilwoman Clark, Councilwoman Krajewski and Congressman Bill Gray. They are all missed and admired.”

Council President Darrell Clarke said in a statement voters often assumed he was Clark’s son — even though his name is spelled differently.

“She was so popular back then with residents, I have to admit at times I was tempted to not correct them,” Clarke said.

Clark worked for Gray before she was elected to City Council at large.

In a statement, Congressman Chaka Fattah (D-Phila.) said Clark leaves behind a

“legacy of service and commitment to the community.

Everyone she touched knew of her passion for education, and she will be forever recognized for her tireless work improving the city’s public schools.”

It was a sentiment echoes by many. “When it comes to education, Clark believed if we don’t invest in our children today, we will pay for it tomorrow,” Philadelphia Federation of Teachers President Jerry Jordan said.

“She worked to ensure that our schools had the resources to provide every child with the opportunity to create a brighter future.

“The PFT would like to extend our condolences to the family of Augusta Clark. We will strive to honor her memory as we continue to fight for

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On his Facebook page, Electricians’ Union leader John Dougherty said, “I was glad I caught Councilwoman Gussie Clark out of the corner of my eye at Congressman Gray’s funeral. What a good woman ... very good to the labor movement ... broke my heart to see her struggle to breathe.”

Political consultant Frank Keel said Clark was a “fighter for the right causes, a defender of the downtrodden, and a sweet woman.”

Clark died in the early hours of Sunday morning at Lankenau Medical Center.

She is survived by her son, Mark; daughter Adrienne; and four grandchildren. Her husband, Leroy W. Clark, died in 2007.

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