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Chairman Clarke Expands Commissioners’ Website In a major move to bring their own polling booth sample ballots into the homes of voters, Anthony Clark, City Commissioner Chairman, who oversees the Philadelphia elections, proposed a move to expand the City Commissioners’ website. The proposal was approved at a sunshine meeting of the commissioners on Dec. 3.

Now voters and committee people will have the

ability to download and see the ballot that applies to his or her own ward and division so as to better prepare for Election Day.

ballot pertaining to the ward and division where they live.

“This continues our efforts to process voter regis-

maintaining the accuracy and currency of the data, images and paper documents in our three files for approximately 1,030,555

Get Your Own Sample Ballot This new system, which is a first for the commissioners’ offices, has never been done before. The voter can now input their address and see the sample

tration, and conduct elections in accordance with federal, state and local election laws. Functions of this mission include but are not limited to

registered eligible voters for Philadelphia County,” Clark said. “Preparing District Register-Poll books for use in determining voter eligibility at the

polling place on Election Day, maintaining boundary maps and descriptions for the 1,686 voting divisions in Philadelphia, locating accessible and suitable polling places within each of the city’s 69 Wards, maintenance, service and preparation of approximately 3,700 electronic voting machines and Certifying official election returns for Philadelphia County.”

Muslim Group Sues Bensalem Township

The Philadelphia Chapter of the Council on AmericanIslamic Relations and Storzer & Greene, PLLC have filed a federal lawsuit on behalf of a Muslim congregation called Bensalem Masjid challenging the discriminatory and burdensome zoning system in Bensalem, Pa., as well as the township’s denial of their

variance application to build the first mosque in Bensalem.

Bensalem has more than 200 Muslim families who currently pray in a fire hall because the township has no mosque.

“Our community has spent five years simply trying to find an appropriate place to come together to pray,” said

Dr. Imtiaz Chaudhry, one of the members of Bensalem Masjid. “All we want is the same freedom to practice our religion that other faith groups have in Bensalem.”

“Bensalem’s zoning scheme gives the township unbridled discretion over which religious groups can worship in the township, and they’ve

chosen to deny Muslims the opportunity to build the township’s first mosque,” said Roman Storzer, one of the attorneys representing Bensalem Masjid.

Bensalem requires religious facilities to be built only on specially zoned lots. The lawsuit alleges that all such lots are occupied or otherwise

unavailable to Bensalem Masjid. The congregation sought permission to build the mosque near several other churches and schools on Hulmeville Road. However, the Zoning Hearing Board denied the application, despite having granted similar applications by applicants of other faiths.

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Carpenters Union Helps ‘Pink Nuns’ Celebrate Their 100th Year Of Prayer

They are best known as the Pink Nuns and that they live, work, and pray behind an iron grate that keeps them from mingling with the public.

Most Philadelphians are unaware of their existence.

But to Catholics and Christians of all faiths, many Philadelphians believe this city would have long gone the way of Detroit and other cities which have borne the brunt of economic and social failure if it were not for the prayers emanating around the clock from their home at 22nd & Green.

To those who know, “the Pink Nuns” is the pseudonym for Cloistered Contemplative Sisters, whose primary mission is to honor Jesus Christ in his presence in the Holy Eucharist during Masses and at all hours with their prayers.

Joining them are hundreds of people who by the scores take part at any time of the day and night by visiting them in the chapel on Green Street.

Fully appreciative of what they contribute to the welfare of this city is Ed Coryell Sr., executive secretary-treasurer/business manager of the Metropolitan Regional Council of Carpenters, whose headquarters is located just a short walk away from their chapel and convent. His carpenters this week lent a hand to the sisters by donating their services in hanging two huge banners announcing the 100th-anniversary celebration of what is now an international order consisting of 22 houses in 10 countries staffed by a total of over 450 nuns.

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diocesan priest, Arnold Janssen, who saw the need for more prayer, his first volunteers came from active missionary sisters. It took root and in 1915, Mother Mary Michaele found its first convent in Philadelphia.

Soon thereafter, Cornelius A. Lane bequeathed a generous sum for the establishment of an adoration convent for the sisters. Nine sisters were sent from Steyl, Germany, and American woman soon applied and were admitted.

The carpenters, led by Ed Coryell Jr., made quick work of hanging the huge banners, despite heavy winds.

Coryell, Sr., whose union contributes many man hours to helping charities, said, “I strongly believe, if it weren’t

UNION carpenter battles stiff wind to hang sign announcing 100th birthday celebration of Pink Nuns.

for the prayers emanating from these sisters, 24-7,

Philadelphia would not be the positive city it is right now.”

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GOP Dignitaries Commissioner Schmidt Builds Campaign Chest Honor Schmidt Public Record columnist Maria Merlino covered GOP 5th Ward Leader Mike Cibik’s hosting of City Commissioner Al Schmidt’s fundraiser and reports, “Many good things were communi-

cated about the young politician with his good work ethic.

‘His wonderful parents raised him well,’ confided wife of nine years, Erin. Chairman of the Republican City Committee John Taylor said he was

GATHERED for cheerful evening at Casa Cibik were, from left, law student Barry Scatton, City Commissioner Al Schmidt and his wife Erin, and Republican Councilman David Oh.

‘very grateful for having Al as a City Commissioner. He’s one of the future leaders of the party in Philadelphia.’

“Chairman of the Republican Party of Pennsylvania Rob (Cont. Next Page) CITY COMMISSIONER Al Schmidt is well advised by Legal Counsel for Republican P a r t y Michael Meehan, right.

SUPPORTERS flocked to fundraiser for City Commissioner Al Schmidt, left, among them, from left, Lynsey Tracy, former Controller candidate Terry Tracy, Kathy Kelly and former Councilman Jack Kelly.

REPUBLICAN State Chairman Rob Gleason was guest of honor at Al Schmidt’s fundraiser. From left are Ed Dixon, Gleason and event host Ward Leader Mike Cibik.

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So from the Supreme Court down to Municipal Court, this could prove

Green Party Sides With Clarke Over PGW Sale The City Committee of the Green Party of Philadelphia approves of the cancellation of Philadelphia Gas Works sale to UIL Holdings Corp. The Green Party is also looking forward to a new plan for Philadelphia to become a hub of sustainable energy.

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(Cont. From Page 4) Gleason also had accolades for Schmidt. ‘I’ve been the Chairman for eight years and I see a change and I see improvements from afar. We have high hopes for Al and recognize him as a great Republican. He will do a lot for Philly, which is a very important city. It used to be a world-class city and we can get it back to its glory.’”

“Elected to the City Commissioners in 2012, Al Schmidt rejected many of the perks that came with the office, such as a car. He also voluntarily gave himself a 10% reduction in pay.”

“Schmidt told the packed house, ‘We’ve created a website, www.philadelphiavotes.com, for improved transparency. We are working closely with the courts. We have Joe DeFelice helping to get people, both Republican and Democrat, seated on boards. We’ve improved training and pay for election-day workers. We’ve issued reports for anyone from 1939 to 2012 to combat voter fraud, irregularities and non-citizens voting. We are also working with the District Attorney to make sure assistant DAs are out there on election

We noticed a knee-jerk reaction from the main media last week when Commissioner Stephanie Singer tried to get more coins into her campaign war chest by resurrecting the name of a powerful political family, indicating one of its daughters had called her. That good lady, who is a consummate political servant, did not call her. When the major media called this lady, she gave a big “no” to having chal-

lenged Singer by phone and indicated neither she nor her spouse, another powerhouse, were involving themselves in anything but taking care of their wards’ constituencies.

We make an early prediction as we tone down our coverage of the Commissioners’ campaign. If the Democratic City Committee endorses, Singer will not be among the two appearing on its ballot.

Singer’s chances, however, do brighten if a host of candidates enter that race, because

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Already seeking the seat are 27th Ward Leader Carol Jenkins, former Judge Ed Summers, former Deputy Commissioner Dennis Lee, Marnie Aument-Loughrey and Donna DeRose. Being pushed to declare is Lisa Deeley.

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(Cont.From Page 5) The Green Party states a terrible disaster had been temporarily derailed. In June 2012, the GPOP City Committee took a firm stand against the sale of PGW, saying, “Mayor Michael Nutter has failed to make his case in favor of selling PGW to the highest bidder.”

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“PGW is not unique,” said Kristin Combs of Port Richmond, GPOP recording secretary. “Many of Philadelphia's services, including public schools, risk privatization.

The Green Party will work to ensure that public services are structured to serve the community, not corporations.”

“The Green Party is also opposed to privatization of the Philadelphia Prison System, Streets Dept. and Water Dept.,” added Glenn Davis of Haddington, the GPOP chair.

COUNCILMAN Bill Greenlee prepped for at-Large reelection race at Union League fundraiser in Lincoln Room.

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Our Opinion Funding Schools The Right Way

by Jerry Jordan, President, Phila. Federation of Teachers Over the past couple of weeks, the entire nation witnessed what many of us feel were extreme instances of racial injustice, when grand juries in both New York City and Ferguson, Missouri failed to indict the police officers who killed Michael Brown and Eric Garner.

These decisions sparked civic actions in cities from Philadelphia to Los Angeles.

On Wednesday, large groups of young people from across Philadelphia held peaceful, impromptu marches and protests not very far from here. Today, I commend the actions of our youth who

staged “die-ins” at several local high schools.

These protests were our young people — our students — expressing a long-held frustration that their lives, and the lives of other Black and brown youth, are unimportant to the police and other authorities.

We can’t ignore the fact that inequities in education funding are disproportionately affecting students of color in Philadelphia and across the state.

A recent study by POWER’s Erik Mosenkis shows that even in low-income Pennsylvania school districts, schools that educate large minority populations are given less funding than those that serve predominantly white students.

ket Giveaway, 5-7 p.m. Cider and baked goodies at Johnson Ho. immediately following sing-along. For info Andre Alexander (215) 844-3130.

Dec. 11- Mothers In Charge hosts birthday celebration honoring Dorothy JohnsonSpeight for 25 years of humanitarian service at School

District Audit., 440 N. Broad St. 2nd fl., 5:30 TO 8:30 PM. Dinner and Entertainment $55. Mail checks to Mothers in Charge, 1415 N. Broad St., Phila. PA 19122.

Dec. 12-14- Penna. Society at Waldorf Astoria in New York City.

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nity Handmade Brigade from 11 to 6 pm at 1241 Carpenter St., Ideal gifts for Christmas.

Dec. 14- Dan Grace and Local 830 host Children’s Christmas Party at DC 21 Hall, 2980 Southampton Rd., 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

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To be clear, what happened in Ferguson and New York are very different from what’s going on with public education in Philadelphia. But they are all a part of the same racist thinking that devalues the lives of Black and brown children.

As educators, it is up to us to help our students voice their feelings, fears and frustrations. It is our job to give them the space to speak out on these issues. It is up to us to listen to our young people and learn from them just as they learn from us.

We must work together as a community to address these very serious problems of race and class. No one person or organization has the solution.

The PFT will work with our PCAPS allies, the faith community, law enforcement, parents and anyone in the community who shares our concerns about the way young mas Party for members’ children of its at Union Ha., 1301 S. Columbus Blvd., 1-3 p.m.

Dec. 14- City Council candidate Sherrie Cohen holds Fundraiser at 7213 Cresheim Rd., 4-6 p.m.

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men and women of color are being treated.

We will not sit silently while our schools are criminally underfunded, while schools in wealthier, predominantly white communities not far from here are fully resourced.

It is important that we, as adults, do not attempt to be the voice of Black and brown youth. We need to do a better job of hearing their voices. I will be actively seeking the guidance and insight of the leadership of groups such as the Philadelphia Student Union, Youth United for Change and others that have been the driving force behind youth-led activism in Philadelphia.

As parents, teachers, students and community leaders, we have the ability and moral responsibility to take the initial first steps. I’m calling on all of us to commit to that journey today.

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Dec. 16- Grands As Parents hosts Christmas Party for Children, sponsored by DA Seth Williams at 2231 N. Broad St., 5:30-8 p.m. For info Jean Hackney (215) 2365848.

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Philadelphia’s major challenge is in public education. Fixing our underfunded, resource-starved schools is a huge and complex task that must be pursued on many fronts. We hope our city’s leaders will start to work on them now, quietly, during the holiday season, so that they can hit the ground running on New Year’s Day. (Well, on Jan. 2; let the Mummers hit the ground first.)

One front is in Harrisburg, in the General Assembly. The key here is to adopt a fair and effective funding formula by which state support for schools can be mandated predictably, year after year. Right now Pennsylvania is one of the few states that have no such formula. The result is state spending on education can fluctuate wildly from budget to budget.

Schooling, however, is a long-term project that requires consistent planning and consistent spending. You can’t give a child textbooks in 4th grade, no textbooks in 5th grade, laptops in 6th grade, chalkboards in 7th grade.

To its credit, the General Assembly admits the problem exists. It has appointed a committee to study the creation of a funding formula.

Fortunately, this problem is statewide and potentially bipartisan. Poor rural districts that vote Republican also suffer.

But Philadelphia, the largest school district in the commonwealth, suffers most. It has a high concentration of poor people.

Poor people, by definition, cannot tax themselves to pay for all the professional services they need. They cannot fund their own engineers, their own surgeons or their own teachers.

So the outcome our city is looking for from a funding formula is greater support by statewide taxpayers.

That will take some logrolling. And the city’s largely Democratic delegation is at a disadvantage, given both the House and Senate will be firmly under conservative Republican control next year.

Our Senators and Representatives will need to make shrewd, effective alliances across the aisle starting with the beginning of the session. Developing a funding formula requires massive amounts of study and negotiation. Likely it will not be completed by next September, when the School District of Philadelphia will begin yet another underfunded academic year.

The sooner it is finished, though, the sooner the city’s worried educators and parents can move out of crisis mode and concentrate instead on making tangible gains for our children.

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Fitzpatrick Reported Keeping His Promise Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick (R-Bucks) is honoring a self-imposed term limit, so his competitive but slightly

Republican-leaning seat will be open in 2016. While Fitzpatrick beat his 2014 Democratic opponent Kevin Strouse by a 62% to 38% margin, the 8th Dist., which comprises Bucks County and parts of upper Montgomery Co., is rated just R+1 according to the Cook Political Report.

Fitzpatrick’s 8th Dist. is one of only eight seats classified as “tossup” in their rankings (seven of which are

Wolf Forgoes Trip To Pennsy Society In a letter to the Pennsylvania Society, Gov. Elect Tom Wolf wrote: “For over a century, Pennsylvanians have traveled to New York City to celebrate the holidays at Pennsylvania Society weekend. It is part of a long tradition that brings people from throughout the

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commonwealth together.

Frances and I have always enjoyed this special weekend in New York during the holiday season.

“Last year, instead of holding a fundraising reception at Pennsylvania Society as typically is the case, I contributed the cost of such a reception to Pennsylvania food banks so that those who are less fortunate than many of us may enjoy a brighter holiday. My staff and I also participated in our own small day of service on the Thursday prior to Pennsylvania Society.

“This is a tradition I plan to extend. This year, I will again contribute the cost of a fundraising reception to Pennsylvania food banks and volunteer with Frances at a local soup kitchen. My staff throughout the state will volunteer for local efforts, and we invite others to join us.

“Our contributions will be made to the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank, the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, Philabundance and Our Daily Bread in York. We encourage others to join us to help give those less fortunate than us a brighter holiday season.

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VIP RECEPTION at Racquet Club helped power Council atLarge candidacy of Matt Wolfe. From left are Cary Davis, Wolfe, attorney George Bochetto, housing provider Guy Laren and Ben Haney.

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MAYORAL candidate Lynne Abraham acknowledges “Love and Loyalty” award she received at breakfast seminar from Sisters For The Cure of Susan G. Komen organization. season. nia Society – or could the So“Sincerely, ciety be wise to switch its lo“Tom & Frances Wolf” cation to Pennsylvania?

Could this be the beginning Reception hosts and the of the end for the Pennsylva- people on their invite lists defend the weekend. Others call it a “pay-to-play playground.”

Eric Epstein of Rock the Capital says he and other groups started their own alternative Pennsylvania Society tradition several years ago.

“What we normally do is provide the Capitol police with pizza,” he said. “We want to recognize and appreciate the folks who keep us safe.”

State Sen. Dominic Pileggi (R-Delaware), former GOP majority leader of the State We offer rapid response to Senate, has canceled his your request and to your scheduled reception, but other construction needs. outgoing politicos still plan to throw parties. Lt. Gov. Jim Cawley is hosting a reception.

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wiches before going to the Stadium. Its owner, Cheryl D’Ambrosio, has volunteered to help by turning her popular sandwich shop into a collection site for those willing to donate blankets.

Both will see to it blankets are handed over to individuals found huddled from the cold this Christmas Eve and

Christmas Day. “We know where most of them sack out,” said Brown.

“We found them out two years ago and that started us out on this mission of providing each of them blankets.

Most of them cover up with newspapers and cardboard.”

Those wishing to donate blankets can drop them off at

Talk of the Town, 3020 S. Broad Street, or call Karen Brown at (267) 246-6347.

Since launching the drive two weeks ago, Karen reports over 30 blankets have been picked and made ready for distribution.

She said, “Talk of the Town as a drop-off site will no doubt speed up donations.

Normally, when called, we drive around town picking up the blankets. We have set a goal of at least 50 and hope for more blankets.”

It is estimated a minimum of 300 people stay on the

streets no matter the weather.

Some of them need mental help.

Others refuse to go into city shelters because of ill treatment from other homeless in those shelters.

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In The Court of Common Pleas Philadelphia County Civil Action – Law No. 140902956 Notice of Action in Mortgage Foreclosure Nationstar Mortgage LLC, Plaintiff vs. The Unknown Heirs of Ronald B. Clarke, Deceased & Ronald Clarke III, Solely in His Capacity as Heir of Ronald B. Clarke, Deceased, Mortgagor and Real Owner, Defendant(s) To: The Unknown Heirs of Ronald B. Clarke, Deceased, Defendant(s), whose last known address is 5817 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19120. 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, 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. 140902956, wherein Plaintiff seeks to foreclose on the mortgage secured on your property located, 5817 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19120, 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. Alyk Oflazian, Atty. for Plaintiff, KML Law Group, P.C., Ste. 5000, Mellon Independence Center, 701 Market St., Phila., PA 19106-1532, 215.627.1322.

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Former Republican candidate for mayor, Karen Brown, is now into her second year of rounding up spare blankets, especially new ones, which she and her family will deliver to the city’s street people.

Joining her effort is Talk of the Town, the stop for Eagles Fans picking up sand-

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Tuesday evening, the United Republican Club held its annual fundraiser at the SugarHouse Casino. The United Republican Club is the oldest continuously running Republican clubhouse in the country. Ward Leader Kevin Pasquay is the Chairman of the Board of the URC. REPUBLICAN CITY COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN and STATE REP. JOHN TAYLOR joined him on the podium.

The URC every year honors two people for outstanding service to the Republican Party. The Mary Tierney Award is given to a woman and this year’s awardee was Montgomery Co. businesswoman RENEE AMOORE. Amoore is also the chairwoman of the New Majority Council.

The William Meehan Award is given to a man and this year’s awardee was the Executive Director of the Philadelphia Parking Authority, VINCE FENERTY. Fenerty is also the Republican Leader of the 31st Ward. Fenerty, in addition to his service to the party, has been supportive of his parish, St. Anne’s in Kensington. Many of the 100-plus crowd continued the party at the URC clubhouse at Frankford & Allegheny.

(See pictures P. 30) Last Thursday, CITY COMMISSIONER AL SCHMIDT had a fundraiser at the home of MIKE CIBIK and MONICA CZAPLA. The host committee included US SEN. PAT TOOMEY, Pennsylvania’s member of the Republican National Committee BOB ASHER and Chairman of the Pennsylvania Republican Party ROB GLEASON. Many ward leaders attended the packed event. Schmidt is planning on run (Cont. Page 29)

If you’ve gotten on the Broad Street Subway at Broad & Walnut Street stop recently, you’ve noticed some interestinglooking turnstiles and vending machines that look like something you might see in an office building.

Those machines are part of SEPTA’s recently announced farecard system. Under the new system, riders will be able to purchase a fare card, put as much money as you’d like on it and use it until you run out of cash. You can then put more cash on it.

While it’ll include fewer rides, you’ll still be able to get a Transpass. But the time-honored token will be gone. You’ll also be able to purchase your fare card and put fare money on it using a credit or debit card, something that you can only do at SEPTA Customer Service on Market Street right now.

The system isn’t without its kinks. Folks aren’t real happy that their Transpasses will no longer allow them unlimited rides. And not all of the stops will have fare-card machines.

But to be honest, I’m surprised a new system for anything in Philadelphia has gotten this far, because when you’re a city as stuck in its ways as this one, frustration keeps new things at bay.

Since I’ve been living here in Philly, one phrase that I don’t care if I never hear again is the phrase, “That’s the way we’ve always done it.” While there are things that phrase applies to that still work, there are many more things for which it doesn’t.

PGW, for instance. I was kind of hoping that we’d sell the Philadelphia Gas Works, not because I wanted to see union workers out of work or poor people shivering in December due to inability to pay, but because it is easily the most(Cont. Page 30)

Yo! Here we go again with these observations on how the fight started.

One year, I decided to buy my mother-in-law a cemetery plot as a Christmas gift. The next year, I didn’t buy her a gift. When she asked me why, I replied, “Well, you still haven’t used the gift I bought you last year!”

I took my wife to a restaurant. The waiter, for some reason, took my order first. “I’ll have the rump steak, rare, please.” He said, “Aren’t you worried about the mad cow?” “Nah, she can order for herself.”

When our lawnmower broke and wouldn’t run, my wife kept hinting to me that I should get it fixed. But, somehow I always had something else to take care of first: the shed, the boat, the car.

Finally she thought of a clever way to make her point. When I arrived home one day, I found her seated in the tall grass, busily snipping away with a tiny pair of sewing scissors. I watched silently for a short time and then went into the house. I was gone only a minute, and when I came out again I handed her a toothbrush. I said, “When you finish cutting the grass, you might as well sweep the driveway.” The doctors say I will walk again, but I will always have a limp.

Saturday morning I got up early, quietly dressed, made my lunch, and slipped quietly into the garage. I hooked the boat up to the van, and proceeded to back out into a torrential downpour. The wind was blowing 50 mph, so I pulled back into the garage, turned on the radio, and discovered that the weather would be bad all day. I went back into the house, quietly undressed, and slipped back into bed. I cuddled up to my wife’s back, and whispered, “The weather out there is terrible.” My loving wife of five years replied, “And can you believe my stupid husband is out fishing in that?”

My wife was hinting about what she wanted for our upcoming anniversary. She said, “I want something shiny that goes from 0 to 200 in about 3 seconds.” I bought her a bathroom scale.

My wife was standing nude, looking in the bedroom mirror. She was not happy with what she saw and said to me, “I feel horrible; I look old, fat and ugly. I really need you to pay me (Cont. Page 29)

Judicial vacancies are increasing. Loss of class jurists like Rizzo, Snite, Smith and O’Keefe can hurt. Judge Glaser is rumored to go. Judges RIZZO and Theresa Carr DENI are such bright spots in the court firmament, that I need no flash to take their photo.... Judges KEVIN DOUGHERTY and ANNE LAZARUS are poised to run for Supreme Court vacancies – with Judges Frederica Massiah-JACKSON and Frank PALUMBO said to be considering it. (One of my three bottles of Irish Crème is gone with retirement of a jurist – with two BOTTLES TO GO! Judge Willis BERRY was WISE not to accept a deal. This long ordeal is a waste of money; just LEAVE HIM ALONE!... And poor David KRAIN had to pay a fine for “politics” after a sleaze entrapped him. The sleaze got off.

David has decided to go to law school, and will be a fine DEFENDER long after the ethics BLAH has retired!

King HENRY V would have been proud of two lawyers.

One is Bar Chancellor AL DANDRIDGE, who was combatproven in Vietnam. He would have admired the COURAGE of State Attorney General Kathleen KANE who will not defend a bad gun law. Henry decried critics who envy “hold their manhood cheap….” In the six-week, 800-million voter election for India’s leader, the winning party featured 3-D HOLOGRAMS of its candidate talking to voters. It cost millions of Rupees, but put the candidate in all places at once. Can it happen here? Democrats are light years ahead in digital campaigning.

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CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT DARRELL CLARKE has scheduled a fundraiser for New York City during Pennsylvania Society weekend. Handicappers continue to bet against Clarke getting into the race for Mayor. Their reasoning is that he just has too much to give up in leaving presidency of City Council.

But the same was said about one JOHN STREET, who left the same job to become Mayor of Philadelphia. It seems being a Mayor is not as powerful as it once was. A number of crucial powers have been taken to Harrisburg and a strong City Council President can control a lot in the city, but the glamour and the juice is too much to resist for many. So Clarke still has time to make up his mind and in the meantime can bank some serious campaign dollars.

The TOM WOLF transition team has compiled its department committees. The entire transition team will be smaller than past transition teams. The thought is the smaller number will make the teams more efficient and effective. The chairman is JOHN FRY, president of Drexel University. Fry is considered an honest broker by most experts. Anyone who thinks the Democratic transition process is more cumbersome than the Republicans should look to Corbett’s transition team in 2010. Sources tell CHS that transition committee had over 500 members.

Many thought former GOV. ED RENDELL would play a significant role in the transition committee. They would’ve been wrong. Although Rendell is already chairman of the inaugural committee, his key people are not featured throughout the transition. The great exception, of course, is MARY ISENHOUR, who is a long-time Rendell supporter and operative who will play a significant role in the Wolf administration. But Rendell’s role on the inaugural is largely a ceremonial one without substantial power.

On a recent walk-through of the Union League, CHS saw many politicians attending different holiday parties. Retired JUDGE SEAMUS McCAFFERY was seen out and about.

KEN TRUJILLO, running for Mayor of Philadelphia in the Democratic primary, was also on hand. And FRANK RIZZO and his lovely wife were going from party to party like they were in the middle of the campaign. Rizzo will make his comeback by announcing a run for (Cont. Page 30)

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Union Labor…Building it right for a better and stronger community And promoting renaissance of North Broad St. Laborers’ District Council of the Metropolitan Area of Philadelphia and vicinity is comprised of four unions:

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Local 332, Samuel Staten, Jr., Vincent Primavera, Jr. Business Manager/Co-Chairman L.E.C.E.T. Co-Chairman Local 135, Daniel L. Woodall, Jr., Damian Lavelle Business Manager L.E.C.E.T. Management Trustee Local 413, James Harper, Jr., Fred Chiarlanza Business Manager L.E.C.E.T. Management Trustee Local 57, Walt Higgins Harry Hopkins Business Manager L.E.C.E.T. Management Trustee Laborers District Council, Ryan N. Boyer, Business Manager.

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.

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The Laborers Employers Cooperation and Education Trust 665 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123 Telephone: 215-922-6139 Fax: 215-922-6109 Web: www.ldc-phila-vic.org Juan F. Ramos Administrator

CLERGY from various denominations around city gather for this photo following Sheriff Jewell Williams’ Informational Breakfast.

Sheriff Jewell Williams Street & Lehigh Avenue. at the Office of the Sheriff of hosted the first Council on Faith In attendance were priests, Philadelphia City & Co. Based & Community Partner- rabbis, and ministers from Close to 100 people of all ship Breakfast of his administra- across the city who were given faiths attended the breakfast tion recently at the Deliverance needed information on recent catered by students from the Evangelistic Church at 21st changes and services available Murrell Dobbins Vocational Technical HS across the street.

Attorneys are both board cerSheriff Williams said, “This tified by the American Bankevent was held to bring more ruptcy Certification Board. people up to speed on the new Chapters 7/13 & Stop foreclotechnology we’ve introduced sures, creditors harassments, into the office, and to resolidify lawsuits, garnishments, and a long history of service to the sheriff sales. religious community.”

We are a debt-relief agency Members of the Sheriff’s 1500 Walnut Street • Suite 900 staff included representatives Philadelphia, PA 19102 from the real estate, law enforcement, and communications divisions who gave an overview ccpc@ccpclaw.com of each department and how the community can access services.

“Overall,” said the Sheriff, “the event was successful on several levels, including, and most importantly, simply getting information out about how the Office of the Sheriff of Philadelphia City & Co. can help citizens (through seminars and workshops) avoid foreclosure and keep their homes.”

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Sheriff Jewell Williams said “Whether it’s needles for tests, painful therapy, or simply being in a space that is not home, these children struggle daily through different illnesses and challenges. This is our chance to make them take part in the holiday spirit through the generosity of others eager to share their blessings of health, family, and home.

“The fact the men and women of the Bike Unit have volunteered their time to collect gifts for these children does not surprise me, and, indeed, reinforces the same values of compassion and duty that is a constant throughout this office”, said Sheriff

Williams. “I salute them for their thoughtfulness”.

Gifts can be dropped off at boxes near the entrance of the following locations during regular business hours: • Juanita Kidd Stout Court/Criminal Justice Center - 1301 Filbert Street (toy drop off: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.)

• Philadelphia Family Court – 1501 Arch Street (toy drop off hours: 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

M-F) • Traffic Court – 8th and Spring Garden Street (toy drop off hours: 8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.)

• Office of Philadelphia Sheriff – 100 S. Broad Street – 5th Floor (toy drop off hours: 8:30 – 3:30 p.m.)

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The Philadelphia Sheriff’s Bicycle Patrol Unit hopes to give Sana Claus a few extra full bags of gifts to be delivered to children hospitalized over the Christmas holidays, with a Toy Drive running through December 19th.

The Bike Patrol Unit is seeking donations of new, unwrapped, infant and/or adolescent gifts for those children still hospitalized over the holidays “This is the time of year that usually brings smiles to the faces of children, joy to their hearts and hope for their futures,” said Jewell Williams, Sheriff of Philadelphia City and County.

Philadelphia Salutes Its Own Lt. Governor

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Question: Foreclosure scary: Can bankruptcy save my house?

Answer: Bankruptcy! I don’t want to file bankruptcy!

Hey, if you do want to file, there is something wrong with you. But you want to keep your house? Avoid foreclosure? Which option hurts more: losing your home or filing bankruptcy?

Either way, you need to do the cold calculations, a real budget: How much do you have to work with, how much will it cost to do what you want to do. There is always a money tradeoff with these choices. For instance, if you meet with me and tell me keeping your house is priority

Paula Michele Boyle Life Coach Philly 215 725 1995 Life Coach Philly Announces Free HELP FOR THE HOLIDAYS

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Life Coach Philly‘s team of trained specialists are reaching out to those who feel they're struggling during the holidays.

This is a free services for those who need help dealing with issues in any of these areas: Relationships, Career, and Wellness. This event is a great opportunity for the public to experience for themselves the value of working with a professional coach.

Anytime between December 1, 2014 January 2, 2015, anyone who feels stuck and needs guidance, support and encouragement can speak to one of our trained specialists.

Your coach will work one on one with you to create a customized plan which will help you move forward.

Life Coach Philly has been successfully helping individuals, couples and families get results fast for over 20 years.

Coaching Session is offered in person in a safe environment or over the phone.

Individuals can register now by contacting Master Coach Paula Michele Boyle by phone or email.

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number one, if I said would you pay $1 million for your house, I bet you would say no.

In the old days, back when homes were worth more than we owed on them, (gosh, seems like a long time ago, doesn’t it?), most Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases were filed to stop a foreclosure and give you time to catch up on the missed payments, up to five years.

These days, most Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases are still filed to stop home foreclosure, but in a quite different way: lien stripping. This option is only available if your home is worth less than what is owed on the first mortgage, and you have two, or more, mortgages. Many of my clients are able to file a Chapter 13 payment plan, and make a plan payment that is equal to, or even less than, their second mortgage payment.

Next Week’s Question: After bankruptcy filing, beware of phony debt collectors who threaten arrest.

by Tom Flynn and Rocco DeGregorio Question: I need new tires.

I was told I should get Mazda tires for my Mazda3. I haven’t even had my car that long and it came with the manufacturer’s tires. I’d like to explore other options before buying new tires as I am on a budget and want to make sure I get the best tires and long life out of my tires that I can for my money.

Dear Reader, There is no quick answer to this question. Buying tires is a big investment and there is no doubt buying original manufacturer tires can give you a bit of a sticker shock.

by Michael P. Boyle, Esq. The Consortium for Citizens With Disabilities recently sent a letter to the chairman of the House Subcommittee on Social Security commenting on pending legislation designed to address potential fraud.

The CCD observed, “SSA is experiencing dramatic workload increases at a time of diminished funding and staff.” As the CCD noted, Congress appropriated $421 million less for program-integrity efforts for the Fiscal Year 2012-13 budget than authorized by the Budget Control Act of 2011.

The CCD added that, over the last three years, “SSA has received nearly $1 billion less for its Limitation on Administrative Expenses than the President’s request, and by the end of FY 2013 lost over 11,000 employees since FY 2011.”

The CCD reminded the chairman that adequate funding “is essential to preventing service degradation and ensuring that SSA can provide timely and accurate payments and perform the necessary program in-

tegrity work” required by the pending legislation, referring to HR 4090, the Social Security Fraud and Error Prevention Act of 2014, and HR 5260, the Stop Disability Fraud Act of 2014.

The CCD expressed its support for increasing quality reviews of disability decisions as contained in HR 4090 and 5260. The CCD stated that its support for these provisions was contingent on maintaining “the qualified judicial independence of ALJs” as well as providing SSA with “additional and adequate resources to conduct these... reviews” and completing the reviews “in a timely manner so as to not unduly delay the award of benefits to claimants who are ultimately awarded benefits.”

The CCD also noted its support for increasing penalties for those who commit fraud, including medical providers, and for representatives “who knowingly charge, demand, receive, or collect more in fees than allowed by SSA or a court.”

To download a PDF of the full CCD letter, go to http://www.c-c-d.org/.

There are many different factors to consider when buying new tires. The first thing to keep in mind is the vehicle manufacturers (Mazda in your case) choose the tires they put on the model for optimum performance even for different trim levels. For sportier models of vehicles such as the Mazda 3, 20,000 miles is about what you can expect from the life of tire because of the choice you made to buy a vehicle that has more power and is driven at higher speeds.

There is no exact science though to determining how long tires will last, as every driver has different driving habits.

The tires you should choose should depend on your vehicle and how you drive your vehicle. For example, do you do mostly highway driving? Do you do a lot of driving in the snow? Did you like the way your car handled with the OEM tires? These are just a few of the answers we would need to know to be of better service.

Sorry we couldn’t be of more help in this quick article.

If you would like to come in to any of our service departments, we would be happy to talk about your specific tire needs with you.

Tom has been serving automotive customers in the Philadelphia area for over 20 years as a salesman and then General Manager of Pacifico Auto Group. Rocco is a top automotive consultant.

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SEPTA Phila Award

SEPTA Board Chairman Pasquale T. “Pat” Deon Sr. receives “Phila. Award,” a distinguished honor given by Phila.

Chapter of Women’s Transportation Seminar. President Carol Rose said Award honors SEPTA’s “extraordinary efforts to promote the transportation industry and people within the Phila. area.” Photo by Ron Farina Photography

KENNETH & Faatimah Gamble hosted Evening of Style and Grace with a fashion show fundraiser. With them are Rahim OVER 1,000 crowded intersection of Cottman & Frankford Islam, State Rep. Margo L. Davidson Faatimah; State RepAvenues to witness annual Mayfair Christmas Village and resentative Vanessa Brown, Kenny, and mayoral candidate Tree Lighting. With Santa can be seen Joe DeFelice, Kevin State Sen. Anthony Hardy Williams.

Dougherty and Lisa Deeley and Tom Forkin.

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Union Raises Christmas Toys MCFADDEN’S PUB at Lincoln Financial Field was the site of annual Local 98 “Toys for Tots Party” hosted by John J. Dougherty, Union Business Manager. Each year the Local collects and distributes new toys for needy families, as well as turkeys.

John Dougherty Sr., accepts new toys from Lisa Deeley, leading constituent service worker and her mother, retired Sheriff Barbara Deeley. Photo by Joe Stivala

Sawyer Launches Campaign

APPOINTED to Municipal Court, Judge Stephanie Sawyer now must run for election in spring primary.

At her kickoff funder were, from left, Ken Saffren, Marc Weinberg, Gregory Littman, Judge Sawyer, Austin Freundlich and Jeffrey Schaffer.

CITY COUNCIL at-Large aspirant Isaiah Thomas, right, is in Judge Stephanie Sawyer’s corner along with Michael Lambert and Frank Bennett.

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Masterman School’s ‘Dragon’ Mural Wadsworth Avenue Christmas Tree Lighting

NewCourtland senior Cordilla Britton, center, is joined by artist Elizabeth Nickles (black jacket), Masterman students and others who collaborated on newly created intergenerational “Dragon” artwork inside the school’s 17th Street entrance. Ms. Britton, a member of the Spring Garden Senior Center, called working with the students heartwarming.

Celebrating Discovery Of Puerto Rico C O U N C I L WOMAN Maria Quiñones Sánchez addresses crowd attending annual parade honoring Discovery of Puerto Rico as José Figueroa and Hector Maisonave listen.

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ANNUAL WADSWORTH Street Christmas Tree lighting hosted by Rep. Cherelle Parker brought out hundreds on a rainy evening.

Among VIPS in attendance were hostess Parker, Dennis Lee, Councilwoman Marian Tasco, Sen.-Elect Art Haywood, Tanya Dixon and Parker's Chief of Staff Tonyelle Cook-Artis.

Waters Hosts Seniors SENIORS found wealth of info at State Rep. Ron Waters’ fair at Kipp Charter School in Cobbs Creek, such as this helpful table staffed by SEPTA experts.

Convention Center Hosts Local VIPs

STATE REP. Jim Roebuck congratulates Bonnie Grant on announcement of American Heart Association’s choosing Phila. as the site of their 2019 annual convention.

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PHILADELPHIA NAACP completed successful election of officers with winning candidates from three slates. Tom Logan, center, retired AFL-CIO Vice Chairman, 43rd Ward Leader, and Zoning Board member, tells his friends NAACP had to change to survive. He also congratulated new president Minister Rodney Muhammad, who won with just over 250 votes. Photo by Joe Stivala

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AT PHILA. Convention & Visitors Bureau annual luncheon Anthony Mannino, Esq., chief of staff for State Sen. Larry Farnese; Paul Steinke, candidate for City Council at Large; and State Rep. Jim Roebuck. Photos by Bonnie Squires

Fellowship ProgramTaps Boyle said. “I look forward to working with some of the best and brightest leaders from across the country. This collaboration will make us all better leaders and allow us to better serve our constituents.”

According to the Aspen Institute, the fellowship program seeks to enhance our democracy by identifying and bringing together the nation’s most-promising young political leaders to explore the underlying values and principles of western democracy and the responsibilities of public leadership; to support and inspire political leaders committed to sustaining the vision of a political system based on thoughtful and civil bipartisan dialogue; and to help America’s brightest young leaders achieve their fullest potential in

public service.

Prior fellows include Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Congressman Paul Ryan, HUD Secretary Julian Castro, California Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom and former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords.

COMMONWEALTH Of PA BOARD OF PARDONS The following application of the person convicted in Philadelphia County will be heard by the Board of Pardons at its regular session on Thursday, December 18, 2014, in the Supreme Court Courtroom, Room 437, Main Capitol Building, Harrisburg, PA, convening at 9:00 a.m.

James R.C. Wheeler Disorderly Conduct, Drag Racing, Possession of Motor Vehicle with Defaced Serial Number

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State Rep. Kevin Boyle (DNortheast) has been named one of the country’s “rising political stars” after being accepted into the Aspen Institute-Rodel Fellowship in Public Leadership program.

Each year, 24 fellows are identified and selected by the program’s leadership as America’s emerging political leaders with reputations for intellect, thoughtfulness, and a commitment to civil dialogue.

This program is designed to bring together elected officials who have demonstrated an outstanding ability to work responsibly across partisan divisions and bring greater civility to public discourse.

“I am honored to be selected to participate in this prestigious program,” Boyle

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Asian Federation Marks 15th Philadelphians Celebrate Wilt Chamberlain Stamp

15TH ANNIVERSARY of Asian Federation of United States was fêted at Ocean City Restaurant. From left are MC John Fleig, Alex Thomas, Hanna Park, founder Mahn Suh Park, Chairman Jack Xiao, Michael Chow and Peng Cheung.

MUTYA Philippine Dance Co. prepares to entertain Asian banqueters, attired in finery.

CONGRESSMAN Bob Brady, long-time fan of Basketball legend Wilt Chamberlain, shows luncheon group Postal Stamp honoring Chamberlain released that day by Postal Authority. Photo by Leona Dixon

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CONGRATULATING Wilt Chamberlain's sisters Selina Gross and Barbara Lewis are Congressman Bob Brady and his aide Donald Ducky Birts.

PHILADELPHIA Tribune publisher Robert Bogle, who campaigned for Postal Authority decision to publish Wilt Chamberlain stamp, is congratulated by Samuel Staten Jr., Business Manager of Local 332.

WILT CHAMBERLAIN coaches included Rich Yankowitz and Roger Bogle seen here flanking Rep. W. Curtis Thomas. Photo by Leona

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The 4th Annual toy run by ABATE to benefit Overington House, a transitional-living facility for woman and children, as well as other charitable organizations, will take place next Saturday, Dec. 13.

ABATE, a lobbying group, the GOP Riders, a Republican riding group, along with the Blue Bloods, a law-enforcement club, will meet up and strap donated toys to their motorcycles at 8:30 am at the Liberty Bell Diner, 8445 Frankford Ave. They will make their way to the women and children of Overington House to deliver toys.

Other riders are more than welcome to join the run.

Bill Pettigrew, the ABATE legislative coordinator, states, “Unlike many other toy drives, with this event, you actually get to see the smiles on the kids’ and mothers’ faces. It’s an amazing feeling. Many of the kids care more about sitting on the bikes than the toys!”

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SANTA CLAUS rehearses his annual toy run to Overington House where youngsters anticipate his arrival every year in time for Christmas.

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ber of Commerce entitled “The State of Hispanic Business” for the Greater Philadelphia region. The report was conducted by the GPHCC and Temple University’s Fox School of Business in conjunction with the Pennsylvania Dept. of Community & Economic Development, contains data offering insights and analyses about Latino businesses and consumers in the Greater Philadelphia region.

It is worth noting that the diversity of this market is unique to the Philadelphia region and thus presents a set of challenges and opportunities such as access to capital and financial literacy in the busi-

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In spite of the challenges presented in the current business climate, Hispanic-owned businesses are drivers of the regional economy, providing jobs and employment opportunities for thousands of local residents. As contributors to the business community, 58% of survey respondents answered that their business directly serves consumers, and 41% answered that their businesses serve other businesses.

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Hispanic businesses are the fastest-growing segment of the American economy with 3.2 million enterprises contributing $486 billion to the economy each year.

In the Greater Philadelphia region, the number of Hispanic-owned businesses has grown 28% to 18,787 in less than a decade. The characteristics of these firms are as diverse as the heritage of their owners: some purely local while some are international, some consumer-facing while others are business-facing, some mature and others growing rapidly.

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Candidates Now Declaring Value Life, Black Clergy Urge For 3 Supreme Court Seats The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania continues to be the ultimate goal of almost every jurist elected or appointed to the bench. The higher judges rise from the lower courts to the appellate courts, the brighter and more enticing is the goal.

Being a member of the State Supreme Court carries with it a host of perks for each justice and a creator in the rules governing how the entire judiciary system in the Commonwealth operates.

In addition, the political party whose members dominate the court gets a majority of the court jobs opening up throughout the system.

The present Supreme Court, which has three vacancies, recently adopted a comprehensive set of new rules governing court reporting operations to standardize services provided to judges, lawyers and citizens in each of the Commonwealth’s 60 judicial districts.

The move to replace an existing set of standards that were in place since 1981 was driven as much by technological advancements as a desire to unify a sometimes confusing mix of court reporting processes in districts across the state. The new rules bring greater clarity to the uniform production, ownership and fees for official transcripts of court hearings and other proceedings.

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SUPERIOR COURT Judge Anne Lazarus made it official to State Federation of Democratic Women. She will run for one of three State Supreme Court open positions. Federation State President Gwen Collins is at her Photo by Joe Stivala side.

“These rules were carefully crafted in a partnership among the state’s trial judges, court administrators and court reporting professionals to reflect significant changes in technology,” Chief Justice of Pennsylvania Ronald D. Castille said. “Implementing these new rules will provide numerous benefits to Pennsylvania’s citizens while helping to ensure a unified and efficient system of court reporting.”

So new rules can become old rules and in need of changes depending upon the outlook of the three who will be elected to fill three seats, a multiple vacancy not seen in the court's long history.

Already running is a host of jurists. They include Rebecca Warren, who is the current District Attorney of Montour Co. Warren, a Republican, was elected in 2011, to be elected to the position in the county.

After graduating from Dickinson School of Law in 1991, Warren worked for a small law firm in Bloomsburg, focusing on civil litigation, and became partner within one year. In the late

’90s, she joined the Columbia Co. District Attorney’s Office. During her time in this position, Warren authored the county’s first child-abuse protocol to minimize trauma to child victims.

In 2002, Warren opened her own law firm in Danville, Pa. The main focus of her firm was civil practice, including business law, family law, and estate planning.

As District Attorney, Warren has been active in prosecuting elder and child abuse cases.

Warren is the third person to announce their candidacy for Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, but the first Republican.

Two weeks ago, Democrats and entered the race.

Dwayne Woodruff, former Pittsburgh Steeler who’s been on the Allegheny Co. Court of Common Pleas since 2005,

Judge Cheryl Lynn Allen for the State Supreme Court.

Due to his past career, Woodruff has high name recognition.

Superior Court Judge Cheryl Lynn Allen announced her candidacy for Pennsylvania Supreme Court, saying, “I am honored to have served as a judge in the state of Pennsylvania for more than 24 years, and I believe my diverse experiences equip me well to bring a combination of wisdom, integrity, and informed judgment to our state's highest court.”

Judge Allen is a Pittsburgh native and graduate of Pennsylvania State University, and

MEMBERS of Black Clergy of Phila. & Vicinity held press conference to call for respect for lives of Black males. State Rep. Vanessa Brown introduced speakers, joined by her colleague Mark Cohen. They included BCPV head Pastor Terrance Griffith, African American Association for Corporate Responsibility leader Rev. Robert Shine, NAACP President Minister Rodney Muhammad and Guardian Civic League chief Rochelle Bilal. the University of Pittsburgh School Of Law. Judge Allen holds numerous distinctions and awards, including Doctor of Humane Letters from Waynesburg University. Allen is married and is the mother of three children and grandmother of seven.

Superior Court Judge David Wecht is seeking to translate his 12 years of experience on the bench to a spot on the Commonwealth’s highest court.

Wecht, a Yale Law School graduate, to a 10-year term on the Pennsylvania Superior Court in November 2011.

Previous to that, he served as a trial judge on the Court of Common Pleas for PA’s 5th Judicial Dist., covering Allegheny Co. Announcing his campaign, Wecht touted his extensive experience, saying he wanted “to offer the people of Pennsylvania my 12 years of judicial experience and dedicated service in our trial and appellate courts. Our Supreme Court often helps define what justice means in this Commonwealth, and well-qualified jurists are essential to that work.”

Aptly targeting Pennsylvania’s , Wecht concluded, “One needs only to pick up a newspaper to see that our Supreme Court must rebuild the trust of Pennsylvanians. I pledge to work tirelessly to restore this trust in a way that will make the citizens of the Commonwealth proud of their Supreme Court and of the Jus-

tices who serve on it.”

Superior Court Judge Anne Lazarus, a popular Philadelphia-based jurist, has announced her intention to seek

Judge David Wecht a seat on the high court. She is a graduate of Temple School of Law, and has a relationship with some of the top law firms in this city.

Lazarus has a host of awards and honors attached to her name.

Others are planning to announce.

The fact three seats are available will be among the topics to be discussed at the Pennsylvania Society this weekend in Manhattan.

Movers and shakers will try to broker a deal for Democratic State Committee leaders to promote an endorsement that will guarantee a seat for Philadelphia, the Harrisburg area and Pittsburgh.

What could spoil this is if more than one Philadelphian seeks a seat on the Supreme Court. A pending announcement is rumored from Administrative Judge Kevin Dougherty.

1960 WPHS Grads

WONDER what State Rep. and Ward Leader Harold James looked like back when he and his West Philadelphia High School Class Reunion Committee graduated in 1960? Gathered here are Dr. Ann Hobbs Adderly, Fletcher Chisolm, Wilhemina Broomer Clairborne, Francis Peace Coleman, Joyce Scott Criss, Delores McCrea Daniels, Emma Beatty Dickerson, Joyce Fowler Dye, Harold James, Juliann Harmon James, Hazell Hall Jefferson, Carolyn E. Paige and Dorothy Sapp.

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Local Young Pols Host Leader Ball future of the Commonwealth at the annual PASociety Dinner in New York City, the Pattison Leader Ball provides a venue for the next generation to engage in a similar discussion.

The Pattison Leader Ball is named after Gov. Robert E. Pattison and Gov. George M. Leader, the two youngest governors in Pennsylvania’s history. The two governors inspire young, civically engaged professionals to reach for the torch of leadership and ensure their voices are heard.

Tickets can be purchased at www.pattisonleader.com for $65.

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Young political, civic and philanthropic leaders to gather for the 2nd Annual Pattison Leader Ball on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 8 p.m.- 11 p.m. at the Hyatt at the Bellevue, Red and Clover Rooms, 200 S. Broad St. With Kellan White and Nicole Allen, co-founders of the Pattison Leader Group, the Pattison Leader Ball brings toCOUNCILMAN Kenyatta Johnson showed his support for gether civically and politically Commercial Real Estate Women at Phila.’s Charitable Fall Luncheon. Pictured with Johnson are partners Pamela Har- JOINING table full of Powers Park volunteers at annual motivated professionals for an ris-Williams and Sharon Humble, of law firm Linebarger Parks & Recreation Dept. holiday party at Galdo’s was evening of networking, dancCouncilman Mark Squilla. ing and discussion over the fuGoggan Blair & Sampson, LLP in Phila. ture of Pennsylvania politics and policy. While Pennsylvania’s current leaders discuss the

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birthday of Chase ROMAN. CHASE has already starred in a New York play....

BRAIN DRAIN: The retirement of Jim CREEVEY from the Fire Dept. Commissioner’s Office leaves big shoes to fill. Lt. Krystle MOORE will take up the reins.

Tax Judge Joe COSTIN’S love of meteorology has sparked his weather forecasts on Facebook. Its monicker: JEWISH WEATHER SERVICE – and quite reliable, it is!... All hail Seamus BONNER, new service officer for Disabled American Vets!

FLOOD ZONE: Poor EASTWICK – 4 feet above sea level and no federal action. Poor Manayunk, no City action on Main Street floods.... In recent sentencing, Robert Mulgrew got 18 months, and TYNES 24 with just one conviction – she should APPEAL. I believe Judge Stengel was moved by the tremendous outpouring of

public support for Mulgrew, but could not free himself from the GUIDELINES. I was there. The prosecutor seemed to mitigate the supporters, noting Mulgrew was paid for civic improvements. Actually, Mulgrew’s civic work spanned a period from youth – much longer than the few years in question. Stengel decried longterm corruption in Traffic Court. And the lawmaker who introduced legislation to abolish Traffic Court said there was 50 years of corruption. He was 46 when he said this (?). I have observed that court for 40 years – so maybe there were 10 years of corruption (?).

I don’t think Mayor Nutter’s benchmarks for the next Mayor are important. The next Mayor should work BETTER with City Council, should be a good listener, and have a push broom for the fat jobs and Parking Adjudication, and should not be

a “suit” or a Lord Mayor....

One PGW sale analyst used ONLY three experts to try to find fault. One felt the flubbed sale made the City look regressed. He may run for Mayor – so should he say it made us look good? They leave out that the $400m from the sale for the pension fund is PUNY peanuts! Another consultant worked on the sale for the Mayor. Then there was wondering why Council President Darrell CLARKE called the Mayor a “friend.”

Maybe they are like Facebook friends (?). But MAKE NO MISTAKE – CLARKE is NOT HURT by the PGW issue. The loss is NUTTER’S, unable to claim BRAGGING RIGHTS in a possible future campaign.

An unnamed consultant then noted LABOR was concerned at the way Clarke acted. I might believe this – IF I smoked green cigarettes.

THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA 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, January 6th, 2015. 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 Projects require MBE/WBE participation as shown in the specifications.

FEE BUDGET B-026 C of 2013/14 General $2,653,700.00 $200.00 Roof Replacement John Bartram High School 2401 S. 67th Street • Philadelphia, PA 19142 * A pre-bid conference and site tour will be held at the project location at the main entrance, on Thursday, December 18th, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.

B-046 C of 2009/10 Electrical $4,679,900.00 $200.00 Relighting John Bartram High School 2401 S. 67th Street • Philadelphia, PA 19142 * A pre-bid conference and site tour will be held at the project location at the main entrance, on Tuesday, December 16th, 2014 at 10:00 a.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 215-400-4730. Make checks payable to the School District of Philadelphia.

Information as to contract documents, etc., may be obtained at the above address, or telephone 215-400-4730. 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.

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WAFFLEMAN (Cont. From Page 10) a compliment.” I replied, “Your eyesight’s damn near perfect.”

My wife sat down next to me as I was flipping channels.

She asked, “What’s on TV?” I said, “Dust.”

And then the fight started.

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(Cont. From Page 10) ning for reelection next year to his City Commissioner seat.

Last Friday, LIONEL SOSA was the speaker at an event at the Union League sponsored by the Spanish-language paper Al Día. Sosa spoke of how to court the Latino voter. He has been involved in political advertising for over 30 years. He has primarily worked with Republicans and has advised eight Republican Presidential candidates, starting with RONALD REAGAN. He is a native Texan and includes GEORGE W. BUSH as former client and friend. Contrary to media hype, he does not believe the Republicans have permanently lost Hispanic voters. He believes the success that both GEORGE H.W. BUSH and George W. Bush had with Latino voters can be replicated. Both Bushes received over 40% of the Latino vote. Sosa believes Latinos at core are conservative.

A number of local politicians were in attendance, including CITY COUNCILMEN ED NEILSON and MARK SQUILLA, as well as 2015 candidate for City Council and Republican WARD LEADER MATT WOLFE.

rector TERRY GILLEN, former City Solicitor KEN TRUJILLO and STATE SEN. TONY WILLIAMS. It had been rumored that CITY COUNCIL PRESIDENT DARRELL CLARKE had been considering running for Mayor. As he would have to resign from Council to run, he probably would want to be pretty sure he could win. His decision to pass on the sale of PGW to UIL Corp. without a hearing has not endeared him the business community, thus reducing the amount of money he could raise.

On the Republican side, the field is narrow. Businesswoman MELISSA BAILEY is thinking of running. Doug Oliver had considered running as a Republican but now is exploring a run as Democrat.

Publicist DANA SPAIN, who had looked running for Mayor, decided not to pursue the position.

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Mayoral candidate and former Philadelphia D.A. LYNNE ABRAHAM and Philadelphia Gas Works executive DOUG OLIVER was there. It is rumored that Oliver is considering a run for Mayor next year.

TERRY TRACY and ANDY TOY were also there and both are rumored to be considering throwing their hats in for City Council. Toy has run for Council before, but could not get out of the primaries as he is not a favorite of the Democratic establishment, owing to clean- and transparent-government stances, in my opinion.

The field for the mayoral race is thinning on the Democratic side. STATE REP. DWIGHT EVANS has decided not to run. He conducted a poll showing him finishing second behind Lynne Abraham. The other announced Democratic candidates included former Redevelopment Authority di-

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THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA ADVERTISEMENT FOR REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS AND PROPOSALS (RFQ/P) Notice is hereby given that sealed qualifications and proposals will be received by the School District of Philadelphia, Office of Capital Programs, from all firms interested in providing Professional Design Services for the Mechanical Master Plan at Martin Luther King High School.

The RFQ/P documents and all additional information published as part of the RFQ/P may be obtained at: http://webgui.phila.k12.pa.us/offices/c/capital-program-bids/rfps/current-rfps/professionaldesign-services-for-the-mechanical-master-plan-at-martin-luther-king-hs-rfp All questions must be submitted in writing via email to Craig Harnitchek, Design Engineer at charnitchek@philasd.org. The e-mail must include the name of the Project. The deadline for all questions is 2:00 pm, Tuesday, December 23, 2014.

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Fenerty, Amoore Win URC Awards NATION’S oldest Republican Club, United Republican Club in Kensington, marked its 134th year at a Tuesday-night gala with William A. Meehan Public Service Award to Vincent Fenerty and Mary Tierney Public Service to Renee Amoore. On stage with them are Vito Canuso, Michael Meehan and RCC Chairman State Rep. John Taylor.

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AMONG VIPs at URC gala were John Perzel, James McDermott a n d George Twardy.

AT United Republican Club Tuesday night Anniversary Celebration were Ward Leader Jim Dintino, former Commissioner Tim O’Brien and Ward leader and Councilmanic candidate Matt Wolfe.

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PPA Exec. Dir. Vince Fenerty and RNC member Renee Amoore shared limelight as they were honored by United Republican Club, marking its 134th anniversary gala this week.

(Cont. From Page 10) inefficient utility I’ve ever come across.

Getting your gas turned on when you move into a place is a nightmare, but not as much of one as when you’re trying to get it cut off when you’re moving out of it. But conformity won and UIL Holdings lost.

In fact, the one thing that would have made sense to nix by saying, “That’s the way we’ve always done it” was the Commonwealth’s takeover of the School District of Philadelphia. Instead, the City’s leaders said, “Aha! Let’s try something new and different.”

So they not only handed the district over to the Commonwealth, but became complicit in its demise.

Now don’t get me wrong.

I’m going to miss the old token, even though I could buy

publican primary next week.

NEIL THEOBALD, the fairly new president of Temple University, hosted a holiday party at his Rittenhouse a car with the ones I’ve lost.

But in a city where change is hard, unless it’s bad, in which case it’s easy, it’s nice to see a change that brings us up to date with the rest of the transit world.

Maybe it’ll be the start of something big.

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UNKNOWN U. S. ROOTS: Letter from the Chairman, Republican National Committee: “Dear Mr. Argentina: This is to thank you for taking the time to drop by the Republican National Committee, and for giving me the opportunity to review your portfolio, ‘Issues and Illustrations’….”

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