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efore joining the South Philly Review staff in 1998, I was shown a copy of the commemorative 50th Anniversary issue. It was an impressive collection of news/history spanning the previous five decades. Little did I know that 14 years later I would be sitting at this desk helping to plan the South Philly Review’s 65th Anniversary issue. The first step was coming up with a theme. This wasn’t like a Spring or Fall Guide where there would be another edition next year. After several months of brainstorming the idea finally clicked: Let’s recognize other businesses and places around the community also celebrating milestones. We reached out to our readers and neighbors to share their anniversary stories. At the time, little did we realize the list of potential profiles would end up being six, single-spaced typed pages. Managing Editor Amanda L. Snyder and her crack research team spent several weeks compiling the extensive list. It included places dating back to the 1600s — Gloria Dei (Old Swedes’) Church — and the 1800s — Jefferson Square Park, Methodist Hospital and the Italian Market to name a few. The early-1900s includes a
“Passyunk Avenue. There are shops every where and everybody knows that it’s a famous spot.� Patricia Wallace, Broad and Porter streets
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“The Italian Market area. It draws a lot of people and it’s something that people associate with South Philly. Plus, I’m Italian, so I love it there.� Carmella Saia, 13th and Porter streets
wide variety of places ranging from churches to libraries to restaurants and so much more. Along the way, many of these establishments weathered the economic storms of two World Wars, the Great Depression and, more recently, the recession. Like the blizzards of 2009-10, the path eventually cleared. Many credit the secret to their success to third- and fourth-generations of family members having a passion for keeping the businesses going. There is an endless number of other places worthy of recognition and we apologize if you feel left out. This issue is a sampling of some of the schools, churches, parks, libraries, restaurants and other businesses that have been around for 50 years or more. Of course, the South Philly Review wouldn’t exist today if it weren’t for all of loyal readers and supporters out there for making us a part of their lives every Thursday. We even appreciate you angry callers that complain about not getting your paper as it shows how passionate you are about your community news. Here’s to another 65 years of reporting your stories! SPR —Bill Gelman
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CHANGE IN SCENERY: The South Philly Review’s former Dickinson Narrows location provides an entirely different service from reporting and writing these days: Auto sales and repair. The 1707-09 S. Seventh St. address was home to the Review from 1952 until ’62, when it moved to its current spot at 12th and Porter streets. Terri Pinto Inc., a family-owned business in operation since ’57, took over the vacant space after the Review’s departure. The Review’s previous building, 1646 S. Seventh St., is now home to apartments. SPR
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ultiple mergers tell the history of Lighthouse Independent Baptist Church, 2400 S. Broad St. Third Baptist Church members held services at a worshiper’s home in 1809 before securing a Second-and-Catharine-streets location two years later. Fifteen years after purchasing its Marconi property in 1896, the unification with Calvary Baptist increased the number of congregants significantly, but a 1964 fire destroyed the structure, known for a solid marble baptismal and organ, and prompted a five-year reconstruction. “The pipe organ was only second to the Wanamaker organ in quality and size,” Rev. William Kerr said. In ’93, Third Baptist merged with Open Door Baptist. Five years later, the small congregation that is comprised of 17 nationalities and supports missionaries in numerous countries took its current name. “This church has a long history in South Philadelphia,” Kerr said. “Being pastor here has been a bonus in my life.”
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Lighthouse Independent Baptist Church, above, has grown tremendously since its start as Third Baptist Church, Second and Catharine streets, Methodist Hospital, top right, has expanded in size since its early years. Francis Scott Key School, bottom right, has provided quality education to generations of pupils. president and corporate secretary, said. Last year, the seven-branch neighborhood-oriented bank celebrated its 125th anniversary. Established in 1886 as South Philadelphia Building and Loan Association No. 2, 2101 S. 19th St., the business focused mainly on mortgages. In the early 1970s, it built a small Oregon Avenue branch. Then, it acquired 1722 S. Broad St. in ’79 upon merging with Alvin Progressive Savings. With the purchase and demolition of clothing retailer Robert Hall two years later, Prudential built the 1834 W. Oregon Ave., location, knocking down the smaller spot for its parking lot. Pennsport Mall construction brought along the 238A Moore St. branch in the early-’80s. Prudential now offers various loans and other supplemental products to its traditional banking services. “We are well known in the South Philly community,” Wilson said.
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public school in any city acts as a pillar in the community, providing educational services to its children. Francis Scott Key School, 2230 S. Eighth St., has fulfilled this mission with achievements, such as regional honors in a national science competition where one of its four teams placed in the top-24. “I know we will continue to be successful,” Principal Norris Eldridge said. “We are a high-quality, educational institution.” The Lower Moyamensing facility opened in 1889, and since then, has been serving the diverse families within the surrounding communities. Currently, Key has 503 students enrolled, with those of Asian, Latino and African-American descents making up 51.4, 18.4 and 15.2 percent, respectively.
“We have generations of families that continue to come to Key because we provide quality services. And we welcome everyone in the community,” he said.
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nfortunately, hospitals are a critical part of life. Luckily for South Philly patients — ranging from newborns to those battling life-threatening illnesses — a Lower Moyamensing institution has been checking the pulses of local residents since 1892. Methodist Hospital, 2301 S. Broad St., was founded as Methodist Episcopal Hospital to improve the quality of life. It has provided medical care at home and abroad during World Wars I and II, survived the Great Depression and employed and educated generations of South Philadelphians. “Methodist Hospital is a proud member of the South Philadelphia community,” James E. Robinson, Methodist’s senior vice president and chief administrative officer, said. “The hospital remains committed to its home, and providing its neighbors and patients throughout the region with the highest quality care.”
Vista business began in 1892. Current proprietors Daniel and wife Trish Fiorella are the proud fourth-generation owners. Luigi Fiorella opened the shop, which makes and sells all-natural pork sausage, at age 19, after emigrating from Italy. The speciality sausages include seven varieties of hot, mild, with fennel, without fennel, liver, cheese and breakfast. “The liver sausage is my great-grandmother’s recipe,” Daniel said. “It’s the only one of its kind in the area.” Fiorella Brothers, which moved in 1904 to its current operation — just steps away from its original location, proudly serves its fresh homemade product in area restaurants and to residents. “We are USDA-inspected every day, and I think that shows how much we care about our customers,” Daniel said.
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as a missionary house in 1900. A deaconess-in-charge ran Houston, which had strong ties to the Episcopal church and was committed to parish and service work. However, growing tensions between diverse ethnic groups drove the center to change its focus to find solutions to the area’s disputes. A neighborhood advisory committee formed and became a growing voice for tolerance and advocacy. “Houston wanted to make sure that the programs out of it were beneficial to the community,” Francis Carey, United Communities of Southeast Philadelphia executive director, said. “Community members had a stake in the community and what was going on.” In ’69, the center merged with a settlement house group to become United Communities of Southeast Philadelphia, and today, houses various organizations that advocate for and support local immigrants.
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ew Year’s Day simply would not be the same without thousands of strutters donned in ornate costumes performing up Broad Street for the Mummers Parade, but it wasn’t always that way. The Swedes started its earliest version in 1640, Palma Lucas, executive director of the Mummers Museum, 1100 S. Second St., said. “It was a two-week-long festival in the neighborhoods,” she said. “It continued growing until the mid-1800s when they became organized into Mummer clubs.” It wasn’t until 1901, upon a City Council
Isgro Pastries have been holiday helpers for more than a century, offering a variety of goods to mark celebrations. Any outfit will do for those poised to pound their feet along Broad Street as Mummers. Novelty continues to mark the proceedings, as current performers strive to craft memorable routines. request, that the New Year’s Day highlight officially began. Since then, the parade has evolved to include five divisions, including the wench brigades whose costumes date back to Colonial days when a working-class female was called a wench. “All mummers are out there to put a smile on your face and make your day better by having a good time,” Jerry La Rosa, New Years Shooters and Mummers Association vice president, said.
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“He is changing the poor public perception that’s been highlighted by the media, which flies in the face of 100 years of excellent education offered to South Philly students and children of immigrants aspiring to fulfill their hopes and dreams,” he said.
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friend to sweet teeth since 1904, Isgro Pastries, 1009 Christian St., favors fervor over frills. A Bella Vista mainstay, the four-generation family facility Mario Isgro founded relies on a commitment to quality to fill stomachs and win hearts. “I love to cook,” head baker and owner Gus Isgro said. The third-generation product began his sojourn as a boy, placing cherries on cookies, and now oversees at least 500 recipes. He has welcomed novelty but will never alter the formula for his award-winning cannoli, his site’s chief seller. The shelled treat teams with numerous delights to affirm his brood’s passion for freshness and fondness. “This is what I do,” Isgro said of his culinary amore, which his 97-year-old mother Mary has helped to intensify. “Patrons trust me to craft top products, and I cherish each occasion to reward them.”
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he Queen Memorial Branch, 1201 S. 23rd St., has served Grays Ferry and Point Breeze since its founding in 1907. Named in honor of Philly optician, microscope maker and philanthropist James W. Queen, the library was first housed in Hope Presbyterian Church, 33rd and Wharton streets. Its name became its current title in December ’12, and relocated in ’45 to a rented building at 1313-15 Point Breeze Ave., before landing in its current home at the Landreth Apartments in ’95. “Queen Memorial Branch absolutely has a very strong children’s program,” Sandy Horrocks, the Free Library of Philadelphia’s vice president of external affairs, said. “The library is also in a safe location in the community, and is a wonderful resource for families.”
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ow old is M. Levin & Co.? When Michael Levin began selling bananas in 1906, he used a horse-drawn wagon to move his product along Society Hill’s cobblestone streets. The mode of transportation might be ancient history, but the produce business that he founded remains intact with the third and fourth generations now running operations. The company, which settled into its current home at 326 Pattison Ave., during the mid-’50s, is still recognized as one of the largest jobbers/wholesalers of bananas in North America. Mark Levin is one of several family members excited about having the fourth generation, including daughter Tracie Levin,
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ounting Academy, Emmy, Grammy and Tony Award winners and Pulitzer Prize honorees among its more than 300,000 products, Settlement Music School, 416 Queen St., has never shied away from being a pioneer. The Queen Village institution opened in 1908 as an offshoot of the College Settlement House, formerly 425-35 Christian St., and assists children and adults with dance, music and visual arts instruction. Rapid community growth and demand prompted the ’17 building of the Mary Louise Curtis Branch, where one can often find Executive Director Helen Eaton. “I grew up hearing about Settlement and wanted to add to its legacy of artistic expression,” she said. Annually allotting more than $2 million in financial aid, the six-branch Settlement family calls upon more than 300 faculty and staff to strengthen the creative universe. “Our faculty is the heart and soul of our institution,” Eaton said. “Their commitment is why I feel the Curtis Branch is the pplace to be.”
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Settlement Music School, top, has given many youngsters chances to flash their feet and fingers to create art. South Philadelphia High School, center, has a veritable list of alumni and the potential to o mold many more generations of leaders and pioneers. rs. Anastasi Seafood, bottom and right, never wants anyone yone looking for a slippery treat to slip by its entrance. around to keep the operations intact. “It gives me a sense of pride that the family wants to continue this business,” Mark said. “Nobody forced them to do it.”
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outh Philadelphia High School, 2101 S. Broad St., has graduated about 40,000 students since opening in 1907 as the Southern Manual Training High School for Boys. The Lower Moya-
mensing location welcomed an adjoining girls’ site in ’16, and integrated genders in ’55. It has gone from educating workingclass Italian and Jewish immigrants to becoming a mini League of Nations. “Our school has produced cultural and athletic leaders second to none,” ’58 graduate Sam Chatis said of the institution that counts Marian Anderson and Mario Lanza as products. Marc Adelman, a ’57 degree clutcher and the alumni association’s archive chairperson, described Principal Otis Hackney as a remarkable educator.
nastasi Seafood, 1101 S. Ninth St., has had numerous locations since its 1908 inlo ception c but only one goal — peddling delicious aquatic i goods. The Bella Vista hawker h has relied on the expertise ex of five generations to reel in consumers without roping ropi in their wallets. “It’s always been in my blood to take care car of my customers, get the nicest product produ and sell it at a fair price,” Salvatore Anastasi, who has run the store Anas since ’85, said. The fourth-generation product, who enlists sister Janet as co-owner, began aiding his kin 45 years ago, tending to eels and clams. He now focuses on crabs, his site’s top draw, which North Carolina’s Outer Banks provide. International lands also help Anastasi, who foresees his establishment offering more prepared items. “We’ve come a long way since my greatgrandfather [Thomas Anastasio] began with a horse and carriage,” he said, “and we’re proud to continue to serve the community.” SPR
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Unlocking success
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ussian immigrant Isaac Bruskin arrived on the local scene by going door-to-door offering locksmith and key-making services. Two years later, in 1910, he expanded his is local role and opened Bruskin Hardware, 2451 S. Fifth St., still offering those services, es, while wife Estella soldd house-ware items and managed the store. In the ’40s, Isaac’s son, Harry, gained ownership of the Whitman store, and today, his offspring Irv manages it with his son. “The neighborhoodd ally has changed, but we really e,” Irv haven’t. We’re just here,” said. Bruskin Hardware, however, has made a name for itself, with its lock-and-key work becoming its trademark service. A full selection of nails, tools and accessories, as well as hardware and do-it-yourself advice, helps customers to fulfill all of their needs. “We’ve had customers who have been coming here for years. They know my father, so I consider that to be a long time,” he said.
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hree generations of family ownership and more than 100 years of business have maintained D’Angelo Bros., 909 S. Ninth St., as a leader in the Italian Market’s butcher scene. The key to a successful business is providing a high-quality product, and that all starts at the source, owner Sonny D’Angelo said. “My stuff comes in internationally,” D’Angelo, who inherited the Bella Vista shop that his grandfather Sam started in 1910, said. “We deal with farmers that we’ve dealt with for over 100 years. I deal with great-grandchildren of the original owner, and we’ve got a great network of suppliers.” D’Angelo, who keeps an eye on the breed, age, feed and raising methods of the animals he buys, attributes his dedication to his grandfather. “The stores that are open for this long have always done a quality product, and the ones that didn’t are no longer here,” he said. “It’s not a business. It’s a legacy.”
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t. Nicholas of Tolentine Church, 1718 S. Ninth St., is using “Faith, Family and Tradition” as its theme to mark its triple-digit identity. The East Passyunk Crossing haven, South Philly’s only remaining Italian National Parish, has guided hundreds of thousands of souls since The Order of the Hermits of St. Augustine formed it as a mission chapel offshoot of Our Lady of Good Counsel, formerly 815 Christian St. Its 87-year–old school has educated hundreds of thousands of Catholics, too, including Rev. Nick Martorano. “It is a pleasure to be a leader in the parish community,” its spiritual head said. Since its April 15, 1912 dedication, the worship spot has honored its linguistic lore through its 8 a.m. Sunday Italian Mass and religious roots since ’37 with a Procession of the Saints. “We are a tight community,” Martorano said. “I enjoy giving back to people so blessed with humility.”
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harles Santore Branch, 932 S. Seventh St., will close for renovations May 29 to Sept. 4 to improve its allure for its second century of service. “It’s going to be an all-day affair with lots of activities and gifts,” Janet Puchino, Santore’s branch manager, said of the Nov. 10 anniversary celebration. Originally debuting at Fifth and Ells-
worth streets in 1912, the Southwark Library moved 51 years later to its Bella Vista site, which features a book and multimedia collection in six languages. Since its 2004 dedication to their father, a longtime Republican ward leader, son Charles has created a mural for its patio wall while son Richie has hosted Friends of the Santore Library fundraisers at his business, The Saloon, 750 S. Seventh St. “We try to hit it sparingly,” the Broadand-Moore-streets resident said of donation fund, “but since we have wonderful patrons, we’re able to get little things that we do need in the library.”
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ounder Rev. John Greensill laid the cornerstone of St. Edmond Church, 23rd and Mifflin streets, in 1912. Named officially for St. Edmond of Canterbury, the worship site later was
relocated to 2101 S. 21st St., a former cemetery. In ’18, the parish doubled over three years. The West Passyunk church underwent major renovations in ’87, and for the 75th anniversary, stained glass doors were installed, and murals were depicted on the main and side altars and their surrounding areas. A highlight of its century-old history was the choir’s opportunity to sing in Rome’s St. Peter’s Basilica on Pentecost Sunday in 2004. A high Mass with Archbishop Charles J. Chaput is planned for 10 a.m. June 10 to celebrate 100 years of faith and fellowship. “South Philadelphia is blessed to have St. Edmond Parish in its midst for 100 years,” Deacon James Stewart said. “Since 1912, it surely has been a century of grace and welcoming to all.”
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A century of savings
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or precisely 100 years, community members have trusted United Savings Bank, 1510 Packer Ave., with what many value most: Their money. Rather than celebrate with an extravagant event, United preferred to just keep doing what it does. “We’re the same bank, the same company since 1912, and I think there’s something to be said for that,” its Vice President Chad McGroarty said. The bank’s first location debuted at 21st and Wharton streets, with the Packer Park location opening its doors in ’62. Through economic crises, wars and more, United has withstood the test of time, expanded throughout the Delaware Valley and maintained its commitment to its customers. “Now more than ever, in this economy and this environment, people want personalized service,” he said. “It’s important to people that they know who their banks are.”
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historic brick structure still towers over Shot Tower Playground, 101-31 Carpenter St. Built in 1808, Sparks’ Shot Tower was
The next seven months will include a number of events to help St. Nicholas of Tolentine Church to commemorate 100 years of faith, family and tradition, the components of its anniversary motto. one of the first of its kind to manufacture ammunition, providing for the War of 1812 and Civil War. In 1913, 10 years after its closure, the City transformed the space into one of its earliest playgrounds. “It’s not just something that’s there today but it’s been an important place for child and families for many, many years,” Friends of Shot Tower Playground member Cynthia Temple said. In June, Friends plans to instill a sign detailing the history of the Queen Village plot, which includes a recreation center,
toddler play area, spray pool and baseball field, that pick-up football, Taney Little League and soccer games, as well as an annual Easter Egg Hunt, fall festival and summer movie series, occupy. “It’s a really busy place,” Temple, of Front and Carpenter streets, said.
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he Christian Street YMCA, 1724 Christian St., did not invent the belief that robust bodies foster sturdy
minds, but the South of South haunt devotes each second to furthering the wedding of physical and mental health. The city’s first African-American YMCA debuted in 1914 and offers an abundance of activities for children and adults. “We are much more than a swimming facility,” 10th-year Executive Director Michele Stevenson said, noting her location’s basketball tradition, which includes the ’53 YMCA Championship team with Wilt Chamberlain. The leader revealed the joy she receives from watching the funneling of youngsters through health and wellness programs as their strength and coordination develop and spoke of an increase in family programs that increase the neighborhood’s overall sense of unity. “People who visit us care about themselves and their community,” Stevenson said. “Knowing them empowers me.”
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65th ANNIVERSARY ISSUE to just the latter. No matter the content, she and her offspring share a philosophy. “I love working,” she said while overlooking the 40 offerings that make the shop a year-round gem and a holiday hit. “We try the best we can because we have loyal followers accustomed to tradition,” her son added. Those supporters receive made-to-order treats from the store’s Delaware County factory, enjoying goods perfected at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. “There is no secret with the candy,” John Lerro, grooming two sons to continue the legacy begun in 1916, said. “We’re grateful to have earned the respect of so many people over such a long period.”
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he passing of a loved one is typically a tearful and painful experience, but funerals are a part of life, and Murphy-Ruffenach Funeral Home, 2239 S. Third St., has been keeping families satisfied since 1915. Michael Ruffenach continues to run the Pennsport location while Steven Ruffenach oversees operations at 2101 S. 21st St. The third-generation siblings and graduates of the former Bishop Neumann High School pride themselves on keeping the family business and tradition — from
the evening visitation to the Mass — intact. “Over the years, we remember hearing the stories of those who went before us,” Steven said. “We remember our grandmother would wait for the flowers. [Families] feel comforted by the service we’ve provided their family. The fact that they come back is rewarding in itself.”
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Those craving a great meal and a melody would be hard-pressed to find a choice that could top Victor’s Cafe, where singing accompanies eating each evening.
“He was able to transform the company into what it is today: A well-known, wellrecognized construction and contracting business,” Pasquariello said.
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Photo 1: Visitors gather at the Sesquicentennial main entrance, Broad and Bigler streets, wearing hats with “Florida” printed on them in 1926. Photo: 2: Aircraft carrier Intrepid arrives Feb. 25, ’69 at The Navy Yard, 5100 S. Broad St. Photo 3: Children climb on new equipment at Burke Playground, Second and Jackson streets, Aug. 30, ’63.
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Photo 10: Local children practice their basketball skills at 2241-43 Wilder St. Photo 11: South Philadelphians congregate outside of Health Center No. 4, 1633 Point Breeze Ave., Nov. 21, ’31. Photo 12: A flag is raised during a Sesquicentennial celebration on Bastile day at Broad Street and Packer Avenue July 14, ’26. SPR 10
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From our days on Seventh Street covering the immediate vicinity to our expansion to our present day boundaries, we have reported on community news for 65 years. Lauren Hertzler Review Intern
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he very first edition of the So. 7th Street News (now the South Philly Review) was published in 1947. Leon Levin purchased the paper two years later. My wife and I had the good fortune to buy the paper from his family in ’86. At that point, the paper was essentially a “shopper” where almost all of the pages were nothing but ads. Since then, the South Philly Review has grown up to serve as The Paper of Record for the South Philadelphia Community. It has received more awards from local, regional and national judges than many of us have had hot dinners. It has survived three increasingly challenging recessions, gone from old-fashioned to high-tech production and launched its newest website design in 2009.You also can subscribe to the South Philly Review e-Newsletter at southphillyreview.com. It has several folks there who have been on the team for between 20 and (almost) 40 years. They are still young, in both head and heart. Every member of the team is a vital part of the life blood and soul of the paper, mirroring constantly who is who, what’s up and down, and as much of everything they can cover that’s going on in South Philadelphia. Bottom line: Whether or not you live off of Snyder Avenue or have moved to Alaska, you can always read your Review at any time of day. Why? Because a dedicated and passionate crew — many of whom are long-term residents of your community — are is there to create it for you. Why are they all there? Because they really do care about you, your family and all of your neighbors. Your challenges and successes, your daily needs, hopes and desires are what the paper and its digital cousins strive to reflect — with credibility and honesty. Some people think the days of newspapers are over. We completely disagree. We successfully continue to bring our local readers together with our local advertisers. Through good times and tough times, we are there. We can and will remain there. The information you need will still be available in print. It also will be available increasingly in electronic form, especially as mobile phones and so-called tablets like the iPad become cheaper to make and easier to afford. In short, we feel honored to be Your Local Paper. We give you our word that we’ll give it everything we’ve got to keep it that way, whether printed or otherwise, for the next 65 years. SPR —Anthony Clifton Chairman & CEO Review Publishing
small-staffed, neighborhood newspaper, the South Philly Review has certainly evolved its content, design and coverage since its early days as the So. 7th Street News, 2322 S. Seventh St. In 1947, it, covered the Seventh Street business district. Two years later Leon Levin, an ad salesman, bought the tabloid-sized paper, with about eight pages per issue. It was initially printed at Fifth Street and Girard Avenue and distributed for free on Fridays. On a tight budget, Levin, at one point, served as a writer, business manager and sales representative. As the paper expanded its coverage area from the Seventh Street corridor to more of Southeast Philly, including the area bounded by Tasker, Broad and Front streets, as well as Packer Avenue, it took on the name The South Philadelphia Review and moved to 1646 S. Seventh St. in the fall of ’49. Its expanded territory meant more opportunities for advertising and community interests. Looking through our very own print archives, we found that advertising took over the look of the paper in ’50, in black-and-white of course. The paper started to grow to 20 or more pages throughout the ’50s, as advertising sales and announcements increased. Some early contests had photographers take photos of residents around South Philadelphia and offer a prize if he or she took the advertisement to the designated location to claim the prize. Known for covering local issues, the Review stayed on top of national issues as well, such as when the Korean War began injuring and taking the lives of South Philadelphian military members in the early ’50s. Around ’52, the Review relocat-
ed its headquarters a block south to 1707-09 S. Seventh St. On April 25, ’58, the paper expanded its boundaries westward, covering 17th to 34th streets between Reed Street and Packer Avenue, naming this area’s paper the South Philadelphia ReviewChronicle. In November ’62, the Review moved from Seventh to a building at 12th and Porter streets, where we still rest today. In May ’64, the Review split its initial ever-expanding coverage area to create the South Philadelphia Review-East and South Philadelphia Review-West. The papers all covered similar stories, but based the story layouts and advertisements off of the population’s interest. By the ’70s, the Review had about 30 pages per issue and a decade later it was printing about 40. Levin launched the Welcomat, now Philadelphia Weekly in ’71, but he died eight years later at the age of 72. His family took over operation until current CEO Anthony Clifton bought the company in’86. Spot-color printing became popular for the Review in the mid-‘80s, when the paper began using shades of red. In the early-‘90s it had a limited number full-color pages. In the late-’90s, the Review topped its charts with the largest number of printed pages, with about 72 to 76 per regular issue. The paper had its second makeover in two years on Oct. 12, ’95, debuting its new look and a few new columns. That same month, the newspaper began a biweekly television program called South
Philadelphia Review Magazine on Greater Media Cable’s channel 66 for a season. On Nov. 27, ’03, the ReviewChronicle, Review-East and Review-West joined as one, making the South Philly Review what it is today with sister Review Publishing papers Philadelphia Weekly and Atlantic City Weekly, which was founded in ’00 as Whoot!. Now the Review publishes more than 40 pages per regular issue, with every editorial page in color. Today, we happily celebrate our 65th year of existence with you, our readers. We look forward to coninuing our coverage of South Philly for as long as you’ll welcome us to your doorstep and computer screen. SPR
Longest-tenured staffers ■ Brendan Moss, 36 years South Philly Review Art Director (Formerly South Philly Review Graphic Designer, Production Manager and General Manager) ■ Eleanor Puggi, 35 years South Philly Review Classified Sales Representative (formerly South Philly Review Office Manager Assistant) ■ John Gallo, 26 years Review Publishing Chief Operating Officer (Formerly South Philly Review Sales Representative, Sales Manager, General Manager and Publisher and Vice President of Operations) ■ Mark Romano, 26 years South Philly Review Senior Account Executive (Formerly South Philly Review Sales Manager and General Manager)
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Texas Wieners began with a far more European-sounding Dad’s Stuffing began as John’s Butchers, but no matter the appellation, the overseeing family’s affinity for making stomachs’ name yet now offers fare that is undeniably American. acquaintance has not diminished. owner, the Auspitz moroto, was opened as John’s Butchers by family sold Famous their grandfather, John Rugierri, in 1925. to Cowan, whose “It’s family, it’s love, it’s everything tobackground includes gether,” Richard said of the business. “The overseeing Pennsyl- neighborhood knows us here. They know vania and New Jersey what to expect.” delis. He refined the One thing customers can definitely exproperty and the offer- pect is the guaranteed high-quality food ings, with corned beef, Dad’s serves, as the Commoroto sons smoked pastrami and learned their work ethic from the best: roasted turkey as his Their mother, Annette, and father, Carbread’s best friends. men, who has worked at the business for 65 “It is pretty satisfy- years. The eldest Commoroto still puts in The American Swedish Historical Museum never strays from ing to keep the food n 1929, Italian immigrants Vincent honoring its ancestry with tradition-based celebrations. The product line and name five days a week at the age of 85. “My mom works right alongside my dad, and Lena Cicione opened a grocery site is the nation’s oldest such Swedish venue. going,” Cowan said. and they’ve been married 59 years,” Richstore at 1729 S. 20th St. that sold beer, Ave., along with his wife, Monica, said. ard said. “They keep the family together. which was legal prior to Prohibition. The “That’s why people still come back.” My parents are unbelievable.” Liquor Control Board’s creation forced Loyal customers have helped to keep the family to split its businesses in ’33, the business running ever since Stephabut during World War II the family shutnos Mandrohalos founded what was then tered its food endeavor in favor of its liqknown as The Greeks nearly 90 years ago. om Bertolino reveres his role as the wedes populated the Delaware uid counterpart. Originally located at 2031 S. Broad St., third-generation overseer of BerSecond-generation owner Salvatore, now River’s adjacent areas in such large the shop moved to its current spot a few tolino’s Pharmacy, 1500 S. 12th 88, left Cicione Beverage to his children, Henumbers from 1638 to ’55 that hisyears later. Famous above all other menu St., which has bettered bodies since 1925. lene and Vincent, but visits the Point Breeze items is The Works, a hot dog topped with Following two years of pharmaceutical torians have dubbed their resulting colony business, which he lived above as a child. New Sweden. The American Swedish mustard, onions and that ever-mysterious studies, his grandfather Ralph Bertolino “He sits in the chair and watches everyopened the Passyunk Square store, eventu- Historical Museum, 1900 Pattison Ave., special sauce. thing that goes on,” Helene said. The long-lasting Newbold business has ally entrusting the duties to his son, also founded in 1926 to celebrate America’s The business, formerly delivering sesquicentennial, stands as the nation’s added new menu items, among other items. Ralph Bertolino. After assisting as a deSchmidt’s to Veterans Stadium, strives to oldest Swedish museum and aspires to livery boy, Tom took over in ’91 and has “We just got a new TV, a nice 40-inch flat screen,” Viggiano said. “We’re coming managed the establishment and adjacent make each day a celebration of its Scandi- satisfy its customers by keeping up with changing demographics. gift shop all with the aim to gain familiar- navian heroes and traditions. out of the dinosaur ages.” “We are getting more and more requests ity and trust. “In such a multicultural city as Philadel“I know almost all of my customers and phia, it’s great to highlight and celebrate for the microbrews,” Helene said. SPR welcome each chance to help them,” he said. Swedish contributions,” He and his staff fill at least 125 prescrip- Executive Director Tracuss Cowan adores tradition, especially with respect to his Jewish tions daily and, because of the high senior ey Beck said. Her Packer Park site heritage, so when the businessman population, he prides himself on offering does so through exhibihad a chance to purchase Famous 4th coupons and setting up co-pay discounts. “I go out of my way to make things as tions and cultural events, Street Delicatessen, 700 S. Fourth St., in 2005, he pounced. The Queen Village cheap as possible,” he said. “They react including next month’s Midsommarfest, which eatery has sated appetites since 1923, even thankfully, and they come back.” will combine music, enjoying a 30-year stint as politicians’ Prigames and food to acmary and Election Day lunchtime haunt. knowledge the museum’s “I felt acquiring Famous would be a great fit for my continuing dream to mancommon trend among South historical gratitude. “People need not be age restaurants,” Cowan, a Brooklyn naPhilly’s longest-lasting businesstive whose kin ran a similar establishment, es is family tradition, and Dad’s Swedish to enjoy our said of his site, which began as Cohen’s Stuffing, 1615 W. Ritner St., is no excep- space,” Beck said. “They Delicatessen. tion. The store, currently owned by broth- will definitely find some- Cicione Beverage looks to land libations in the hands After an eight-decade run as the second ers Carmen, Johnny and Richard Com- thing appealing every time.” of responsible connoisseurs.
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Pat on Pat’s back
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hen talking about South Philly, what is the first thing most people think about? Finding a parking spot near the office or house doesn’t count. Next on the list: Where can one get a good cheesesteak? The correct answer is a matter of personal preference, but Pat’s King of Steaks, 1237 E. Passyunk Ave., owned and operated by the Olivieri family since 1930, takes the mark of a legend among local grill masters. Believe it or not, the Passyunk Square landmark actually began as a hot-dog stand until founder Pat Olivieri tried a lunchtime experiment with the meat he purchased from the butcher. He prepared it on the grill, placed the finished product on an Italian roll and added some onions for decoration. By the way, the Olivieri family has maintained the hot dog as a staple menu item.
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rom a distance, the small Whitman eatery, might not look like anything special. Patrons stroll in and out daily carrying their sandwich of choice and take a seat at one of the picnic tables located outside of John’s Roast Pork, 14 Snyder Ave. Those thinking it is just another sandwich joint would likely find themselves in a heated debate, as the landmark dates back to 1930 when Domenico Bucci arrived from Italy to share his topsecret recipe. Two generations and 82 years later, John’s remains a hot lunch spot. John Bucci oversees the operation with his mother, Vonda, 79. John Sr., father and husband, also had a stake prior to his ’91 passing. “It’s very, very rewarding,” John, a 2300 block of South Rosewood Street native, said. “My grandfather started it and now I am part of it with my mom. We have grown with the customers and their families.”
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rior to a subway system, privately operated surface trolleys dominated Philly’s streets, but in order to curtail street traffic a need for the underground alternative was created. The third line to hit the tracks, the Broad Street Line, run by Philadelphia Transit Co., expanded to South Street in 1930. Eight years later, Snyder became its southern end until ’73 when Oregon and Pattison, renamed AT&T in 2010, were completed in time for the Phillies season opener. Feasibility studies, including Philadel-
phia2035, have suggested a Navy Yard addition to the line, which carries 137,000 passengers daily on weekdays. “One of the known factors for why they only built it to Snyder was because south of Snyder they didn’t really know how to build it because of the water and drainage south of Snyder,” John LaForce, SEPTA’s deputy chief engineer in engineering maintenance and construction, said. “There were [trash] dumps.”
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n 1932, Fillipo “Pops” Italiano began selling Italy’s favorite frozen treat, water ice, from a pushcart along Oregon Avenue to subsidize household income for his ever-growing family. Since then, Pop’s Homemade Italian Water Ice Co., 1337 W. Oregon Ave., has grown from a singleflavor sensation to one of South Philly’s favorite spots for a tasty treat. Now run by third-generation family members, the Marconi business boasts 24 flavors and the same method of creation its founder perfected. Today’s creators still hand-squeeze the lemons used in itsrecipe at their original location. “We pride ourselves in customer service and excellence in product,” third-generation owner Linda Raffa, who introduced cherry to the company’s flavor repertoire, said.
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Italian Market Spice Co., 949 S. Ninth St., at the time of its opening 80 years ago might have been surprised by some of the merchandise — especially that which oozed slowly past the cash register. “Back when the LoCascio family owned it, they sold live snails,” present-day owner Tina Grassia said. “They walked all over the counter.” Today’s customers may have to settle for more traditional goods like spices, sauces
Especially attractive to tourists, Pat’s King of Steaks lets everyone have a cow, with even Bart Simpson not likely to put a fight. and teas, but the quality products and family-oriented owners have made it a staple in the Italian Market since 1932. “We’re family-owned and operated, so we don’t lose sight of who we’re here for,” Grassia, who often keeps the Bella Vista store open a couple hours later to give customers a chance to shop after work, said. “We’re on the same level. We try to accommodate the neighborhood working people.”
Pop’s Homemade Italian Water Ice Co. has become an annual palate pleaser with an emphasis on irresistible flavors.
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ounded in the 1930s, the once-lunchtruck-turned-diner prides itself on providing quality American dining. However, George Ezangou, owner of South Street Diner, 140 South St., which formally opened in ’78, was Greek. “Originally, he had the truck. But he wanted to expand, and incorporate more Greek and American dishes,” Tina Lucas, a current employee, said. Ezangou retired two years ago, and Mark Kline, an owner of several Philly area restaurants and diners, bought the place, with plans of improvement. Kline acquired a liquor license and made the diner 24/7 — a characteristic associated with Ezangou’s original diner. The menu, however, still includes some of Ezangou’s traditional meals. “We have a lot of Greek specials, as well as Italian and seafood ones, to keep up with the community,” Lucas said.
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Grassia’s Italian Market Spice Co. is a quality pick for anyone looking to prove that variety is the spice of life.
A 1970s advertisement hints at the Fortuna Roofing & Sons Inc.’s old motto of “We baby your house.” grateful for every coating he and his kin have been able to apply. “I love taking care of South Philadelphia families,” Michael, who as a 13-year-old conducted estimates with father Phil Fortuna, said. “That is always what I have wanted.” Commercial and residential properties have benefited from the Marconi clan’s allegiance to assurance. “We get in, we get out and everybody stays safe,” Michael, whose two sons are furthering their great-grandfather Joe Fortuna’s mission, said. “One of the most important aspects of life is keeping a home sound, and my opportunities to calm people still appeals to me after all these years.”
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father taught him — the customer is always right. Selling only large appliances like refrigerators and washing machines, C&D stays afloat with its good reputation. “It’s not the good news that travels, it’s the bad news that travels,” he said. “We’re still doing it so we must be doing something right.”
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nthony Nardone still works at the same store that employed him when he was a boy. However, his involvement at Cold Cut Hut, 2147 S. 16th St., has evolved. The summer job that once funded his childhood endeavors is now the Newbold business he owns, along with his wife, Judy, that has lasted for 65 years and counting. It opened in 1947 as Caso’s, the surname of Nardone’s grandparents. “I remember stopping in there all the time,” he said. “After school, even for lunchtime.” In ’75, Nardone took over the store that remains in its original building today. Constructed in 1895, the edice rst served as a bakery, then a fruit store and, nally, the grocery store. “We have the same products all the time — kind of the opposite of a dollar store that carries whatever’s available,” Nardone said. “We keep it consistent, and people get used to it.”
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ebuting in 1949, Harriet’s Innerwear, 1725 E. Passyunk Ave., achieved early dominion due to a dearth of bra suppliers. The East Passyunk Crossing location has remained a thriving specialty undergarment store because of its sensitive handling of each patron’s needs. “We give undivided personal attention to our customers, and they find that appealing,” owner Barbara Shapiro said. The New Jerseyite took over for original owner Harriet Gilbert in ’95, adhering to
Harriet’s Innerwear, 1725 E. Passyunk Ave., continues to be a popular place to purchase undergarments for clients young and old. her mission to help all women, especially fuller-figured ladies. Clients, ranging in age from 10 to 104, choose from among 136 sizes for any occasion, with breast cancer battlers able to seek consultation, too. An assortment of shapers assists frames also, with Shapiro seeing to it that her fellow females find form-fitting items. “The field has grown so much,” she said. “It’s a challenge but it’s fun.” SPR
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Claudio Specialty Foods, which joined the South Ninth Street merchants in the 1950s, is now run by second- and third-generation family members. second and third generations, Claudio continues to serve the public with excellence.
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The Marconi-based Iannanello’s Automotive has established a The Delaware Valley Youth Athletic Association started 59-year reputation for leaving customers at ease when they are offering baseball in 1951 and remains a popular spot for local youngsters to learn the fundamentals of the game. getting their vehicles serviced.
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. Olivieri Jewelers, 2523 S. Broad St., has been a neighborhood favorite jewelry shop for more than five decades, with its watches, rings, necklaces and more. Opened by Dan Olivieri Sr. in 1957 and now operated by his wife Lena Olivieri and son, Dan Olivieri Jr., this family-owned business has proven commitment to quality merchandise and convenience for customers. “We offer a big selection just like the big stores but at a small, neighborhood price,” Olivieri Jr. said. The initial business was located in the building next to the now-jewelry store, but with the need for a bigger, more modern space, successful sales allowed for the move in ’80. Olivieri Jr. and his mother boast that they, as business owners, know what people in the neighborhood want. “Keeping up with the current trends,” Olivieri Jr. said, has allowed the business to “make people know we’re trustworthy.”
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Union Baptist Church, 1910 Fitzwater St. (1832) St. Paul Church, 10th and Christian streets (1843) The Church of the Cruxifixion, 620 S. Eighth St. (1846) St. Philip Neri Church, 218 Queen St. (1840) Annunciation B.V.M. Church, 10th and Dickinson streets (1860) St. Charles Borromeo Church, 20th and Christian streets (1868) Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Third and Reed streets (1871) St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 17th and Morris streets (1885) Epiphany of Our Lord Church, 11 and Jackson streets(1889) Holy Ghost Byzantine Rite Catholic Parish, 2310 S. 24th St. (1891) St. Monica Church, 17th and Ritner streets (1895)
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Abigail Vare School, 1621 E. Moyamensing Ave. (1902) John H. Taggart School, 400 W. Porter St. (1904) Mifflin Square Park, 500 Wolf St. (1904) George Sharswood School, 2300 S. Second St. (1908) St. Gabriel Church, 29th and Dickinson streets (1908) Southwark School, 1835 S. Ninth St. (1909)
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FDR Park, Broad Street and Pattison Avenue (1914) Esposito’s Meats, 1001 S. Ninth St. (1911) Fumo Family Branch, 2437 S. Broad St. (1914) Thomas F. Donatucci Sr. Branch, 1935 Shunk St. (1914) Marconi Plaza, Broad Street and Oregon Avenue (1916) Dubin Paper Co., 1910 S. Columbus Boulevard (1919)
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Giordano’s Produce, 1043 S. Ninth St. (1921) Baldi Funeral Home, 1327-29 S. Broad St. (1921) Termini Bros., 1523 S. Eighth St. (1921) Mitchum-Wilson Funeral, 1410 S. 20th St. (1926)
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Cosmi’s Deli, 1501 S. Eighth St. (1930) Huberman Printing, 805 Snyder Ave. (1935) Melrose Diner, 1501 Snyder Ave. (1935) Sammi’s Shoe Box, 1916-18 E. Passyunk Ave. (1937) Gangemi Funeral Home, 2236-40 S. Broad St. (1937) Nick’s Old Original Roast Beef, 2149 S 20th St. (1937) Pelzer Funeral Home, 845 S. Third St. (1937) Torre Big and Tall, 1217 S. Broad St. (1937) Edward Bok High School, 1909 S. Ninth St. (1938)
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John Cardullo & Sons, 703 Christian St. (1945) Cosmi’s Pasteries, 1221 Oregon Ave. (1947) Frangelli’s Bakery, 847 W. Ritner St. (1947) Capozzi Real Estate & Insurance, 3320 S. 20th St. (1948)
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Bomb Bomb’s BBQ Grill and Italian Restaurant, 1026 Wolf St. (1951) Edie’s Children’s Corner, 200 McKean St. (1952) Bambi Cleaners, 2439 S. Broad St. (1954) Little Beth’s Boutique, 1540 Packer Ave. (1953) Cascia’s Bakery, 1526 W. Ritner St. (1953) Leonardo Realty, 2136 S. 16th St. (1955)
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Celebre’s Pizzeria, 1536 Packer Ave (1961) Falcone’s Interiors, 1714 Washington Ave. (1962) Victor’s Barbershop, 2701 S. 16th St. (1962) Telstar Jewelers, 1410 Snyder Ave. (1962 Brunic’s Luncheonette, 2000 S. 17th St. (1964) Swan Caterers, 1504 Shunk St. and 2015 S. Water St (1964) Geno’s Steaks, 1219 S. Ninth St. (1966) Ralph and Rickey’s Pizzeria and Restaurant, 2700 S. Seventh St. (1967) Moffa Photography, 241 McClellan St. (1969) SPR
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Let’s not forget about... Many historic locations are no longer with us. Here’s 20 places that have been laid to rest.
Widow Maloby’s Tavern (1765-1890s) Thomas Maloby owned the tavern, 700 S. Front St., until his death in 1765 when his widow took over ownership. Now a residential Moyamensing Prison building, the property is list- (1835-1968) Demolished in 1968, the ed on the National Register 133-year-old prison that once of Historic Places. incarcerated Edgar Allen Poe Philadelphia Naval Ship- and Al Capone, closed in ’63. The site now is home yard (1801-1995) The Navy Yard, 5100 S. to Acme, 1400 E. Passyunk Broad St., was one of the Ave. Navy’s oldest ship-building hubs, building one of the Lafayette Cemetery largest battleships ever built, (1839-1946) Capitolo Playground, 900 the USS Wisconsin, as well as overhauling or converting Federal St., was built on the more than 1,200 vessels. It former grave site, founded was based at Federal Street in 1839 and named for along the Delaware River in Gen. Marquis de Lafayette. 1801 before relocating to its Once the final resting place last spot in 1875. The Navy of thousands, the site was closed the site in 1995, condemned and became the eliminating 4,000 workers. home of the multi-million It is now the home to cor- dollar playground project, porate headquarters, such as starting in 1947. Urban Outfitters and Tasty St. Mary Magdalen De Baking Co. Pazzi Church (1852-2000) Bishop John Neumann Philadelphia Quarterformed the worship site, master Depot (1800-1999) 714 Montrose St., in 1852 Established in 1800, the Schuylkill Arsenal, Grays to fulfill Italians’ religious Ferry and Washington av- demands in an Irish-dominated faith. Mario Lanza is enues, a supply house for believed to have sang “Ave guns, ammunition, clothMaria” there at age 19. In ing and textile materials 2000, it became a worship during the War of 1812, site upon merging with St. needed more room. It Paul Church. moved to 2724 S. 20th St. between 1918 and ‘22 and Institute for Colored was soon renamed Phila- Youth (1863-1902) delphia Quartermaster DePhilanthropist Richard pot, but continued to as- Humphreys founded the sist with military uniforms institute in 1837 to provide through the Korean War. free education for qualified Food, medicine and medi- young persons. Relocating cal supplies were added to to 915 Bainbridge St. (then its tasks when the Defense Shipen St.) in 1863, the presPersonnel Support Cen- ent-day Cheyney University ter, later named Defense still takes pride in giving Supply Center, moved to quality higher education. the site in ’65. The center closed in ’99. Now called Washington Avenue Quartermaster Plaza, it Steamship Landing and houses retail stores, such as Immigration Station Home Depot, PetSmart and (1873-1915) Staples. The Pennsylvania Rail-
road built the Washington Avenue waterfront station welcomed waves of mainly English and Irish immigrants who landed in Philadelphia by way of steamship. Today, the transportation hub has been replaced with various ethnic restaurants and stores. Ridgeway Library (18781980s) Construction of the Ridgeway Library, 901 S. Broad St., the fourth home of the Library Company of Philadelphia that Benjamin Franklin founded in 1731, was completed in 1878. The space, which the Free Library of Philadelphia occupied since 1944 and purchased by ’60, was abandoned by the ’80s. The building was restored and became home to the Philadelphia High School of Creative and Performing Arts in ’97. Palumbo Restaurant (1884-1994) Established in 1884 as a boarding house for Italian workers, Frank Palumbo transformed the establishment into an iconic South Philly entertainment complex and restaurant, Eighth and Catharine streets. Mario Lanza, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Frankie Avalon and Sammy Davis Jr. were some of the acts who performed there before it burned down in 1994. Verdi Hall (1905-1920s) Founded and managed by the Giannini family, Verdi Hall, 713 Christian St., showcased the top Italian performers until the late
1920s. It was converted into a neighborhood movie theater and since has been demolished. Fante-Leone Pool (19052004) Built in 1905 as a recreational space for immigrant workers, the Montrose and Darien streets pool is the oldest public pool in the city. The pool was renamed in ’90 to honor local leaders Dominic Fante and Anthony Leone. As a result of budget cuts, it was closed in 2004, with plans to be transformed into housing, but soon those were abandoned.
Broadway Theatre (19131971) Opened in 1913, the vaudeville theater was once South Philly’s largest theater with 2,183 seats. It closed in early ’70, and was demolished in ’71 for a drive-through restaurant, but the site now houses Walgreens, 2014 S. Broad St. Royal Theater (19201970) Built in 1919, the neoGeorgian theater, 1524-34 South St., which seated 1,100 patrons, began serving the African-American community the following year. The theater become an
important starting-point for the Negro Motion Picture Operators Union. It closed in ’70, but was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2000. JFK Stadium (1926-1992) Opened in 1926 to showcase the Sesquicentennial International Exposition events, the Municipal Stadium, 3601 S. Broad St., which hosted Philadelphia Eagles and Army-Navy games, was renamed John F. Kennedy (JFK) Stadium in ’64 to honor the president, who was assassinated the previous year. The facility was demolished in ’92. The Wells Fargo Center, opened at the same spot in ’96. Stiffel Senior Center (1928-2011) In 1928, the Jewish Education Center No. 2, 604 W. Porter St., was known for providing Hebrew classes and recreational activities for the Jewish community. When the building was damaged by a fire in ’85, it continued to provide services for the Jewish community, as well as the neighborhood, when the Stiffels provided recovery funds. It was renamed Jacob and Esther Stiffel Senior Center in their honor, but it was forced to close last year because of operation and maintenance expenses.
ers until its closing, the building was renovated and turned into condominiums in 2005. Aquarama Aquarium Theater of the Sea (19621969) Aquarama, 3300 S. Broad St. advertised as Philly’s marine wonderland, enjoyed a grand, if brief, seven-year stint. Access to the 10-acre park’s more than 50 fish tanks and attractions that included whales and porpoises cost $1 for children and $2 for adults. Today, the area is occupied by CVS Pharmacy and Wills Eye Surgery Center. Spectrum (1967-2009) Ed Snider opened the indoor sports complex at 11th Street and Pattison Avenue, in 1967, just 16 months after conceptualizing the idea. Hosting the Flyers and Sixers until ’96 and a variety of concerts, the arena changed names several times in its lifespan, and closed in October 2009. It was demolished in ‘10, and Xfinity Live! now occupies the site.
Veterans Stadium (19712003) Known as The Vet, the circular venue for the Phillies and Eagles with Astroturf and a seating capacity of 65,000, broke ground in October 1967, and opened for the Phillies home opener four years later. During its operation, it hosted 17 Army-Navy games, three World Series two Major League All-Star games and two National Football Conference Championships. Mount Sinai Hospital The stadium was demol(1939-1998) Mount Sinai Hospital, ished in 2004. SPR Fourth and Reed streets, an —Katie Armstrong, Sa11-floor hospital, was conmantha Byles, structed between 1921 and Bobby Kittredge and ’39. Housing 170 beds and Amanda L. Snyder employing about 500 work-
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Revisiting Hollywood’s gems Here’s a look at 10 films celebrating a milestone anniversary worthy of a fresh screening. By R. Kurt Osenlund
drama about America’s favorite outlaw couple emerged as a response to the French New Wave, and ushered in a New Hollywood that wouldn’t shy away from tough violence. Warren Beatty cemented his chops as both star and producer, and Faye Dunaway brought heart to the criminal pair, whose death by hail of bullets is stirringly indelible.
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ith roughly a dozen new movies released in theaters each week, one doesn’t often think to skip the latest and greatest and revisit classics of the past. Such is why anniversaries are great for old films — they provide an event through which titles of yesterday can be recognized, and sometimes, inspire new viewers to catch a gem they regrettably missed. In honor of this anniversary issue, 10 films have been selected for celebration, each one hitting a milestone this year. All are worth rediscovering, or perhaps, discovering for the first time.
50th Anniversary: Lawrence of Arabia (1962) Before computers gave us eye-poppers like the “Lord of the Rings” films, “Lawrence of Arabia” was the film epic by which all that came after would be judged. Directed by David Lean and featuring Peter O’Toole’s defining performance, this two-part biopic of T.E. Lawrence is as sprawling as it is timeless, with Freddie Young’s cinematography celebrated as a game-changer.
20th Anniversary: The Crying Game (1992) Known by many as a movie with one big genderbending shocker, Neil Jordan’s “The Crying Game” isn’t often given proper credit as an air-tight, highly unique drama, with an unlikely love triangle tied to the events of the Irish Troubles. With superb performances from Stephen Rea and Jaye Davidson, this gritty curio captivated critics upon release, and rode its buzz to a handful of Oscar nods.
55th Anniversary: The Three Faces of Eve (1957) A landmark film about mental illness, “The Three Faces of Eve” tells the true story of Chris Costner Sizemore, who secretly suffered from Dissociative identity disorder. In her Oscar-winning performance, Joanne Woodward portrays all three of Sizemore’s personalities: Eve White, Eve Black, and Jane. It was Woodward’s breakout role, and a mammoth one at that.
25th Anniversary: The Princess Bride (1987) Indeed, it may seem inconceivable that two-anda-half decades have passed since Princess Buttercup (Robin Wright) braved the Fire Swamp with Westley (Cary Elwes). After all, Rob Reiner’s rendering of William Goldman’s fantasy novel holds up remarkably well, still deeply funny and superbly paced in all its genre-mashing. It’s hard to pick a favorite supporting player, but odds are many would choose Billy Crystal as Miracle Max, a medicine man like no other. 30th Anniversary: Blade Runner (1982) Rightly deemed as one of the greatest sci-fi films of all time, Ridley Scott’s “Blade Runner” is a visionary titan of the genre, and surely the signature adaptation of a work by the brilliant Philip K. Dick. A rain-soaked, dystopian noir that explores the subculture of artificial “replicants,” the movie boasts Harrison Ford’s best brooding tough-guy performance, his Rick Deckard serving as a bogie for the future. 35th Anniversary: Killer of Sheep (1977) Released a whopping 30 years after it was completed (simply due to music rights not being secured), Charles Burnett’s “Killer of Sheep” made a whole lot of top-10 lists in 2007. But the film is still considered a ’70s title,
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and regardless, its episodic, neorealist nature helps to keep it unbound by time altogether. Shot in black and white and depicting urban struggles in L.A., it’s the rarest gem on this list. 40th Anniversary: Cabaret (1972) “The Godfather” will forever be 1972’s biggest triumph, but Bob Fosse’s “Cabaret” is equally worthy of observance, standing as one of the best musicals ever made. Uncompromising in its frank sexuality and 1931 Berlin setting, the film includes the performance of Liza Minnelli’s career, not to mention an unforgettable turn from Joel Grey. Contained within a nightclub, the music never invades the drama, it only accents it. 45th Anniversary: Bonnie and Clyde (1967) What would the movies be without “Bonnie and Clyde?” Far more influential than many folks know, this raw crime
High Noon (1952) Told in gripping real time, “High Noon” sees Gary Cooper independently square off against a gang of murderers, whom no one in his New Mexico town will help bring to justice. The movie is home to a memorable supporting turn. The glorious Grace Kelly’s Quaker character is forced to choose between her beliefs and her love for Cooper’s troubled marshal. Not until the whistle of the noon train are all fates decided. 65th Anniversary: Black Narcissus (1947) A stunning Technicolor masterwork from Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, “Black Narcissus” tells of a rare convent of nuns serving in the remote Himalayas, which provide breathtaking atmosphere for the unfolding drama. Deborah Kerr is a vision as the convent’s Sister Superior, and Kathleen Byron is a bit of a terror as the jealous Sister Ruth, whose final climactic attack results in a famed scuffle that sends her over a cliff’s edge. Heightened by Powell and Pressburger’s trademark sweep, the film, like all in this list, is one to treasure, and one to which you should return. SPR Comment and see the trailers for this week’s movies at southphillyreview.com/arts-and-entertainment/movies.
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On Passyunk between 22nd & 23rd 215-271-0186 • FB: Datisice Who is Alice Dati? She is a staple in the Philadelphia Water Ice and Ice Cream world, today and for the past 23 years. Her store, Dati’s Homemade Water Ice & Ice Cream, has been quietly serving the best water ice and homemade ice cream without receiving the credit or recognition it deserves. This is a woman who last summer, even in her 70’s, could still be found at the store window serving customers their favorite treats. A dedicated wife and mother who’s daily routine consisted of having the store ready for opening at noon, working a ten hour day and feeding her family breakfast, lunch and dinner. One word: AMAZING!!!
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Alice, known to many loyal customers as Mrs. Dati, has been through a lot of hardships this past year. Her husband, just a couple months short of their 59th anniversary, died in February. Jerry Dati had been battling the long term effects of smoking for years and in November of last year he fell and was hospitalized. During his 4 month stay, Alice spent every night by her ‘hubby’s’ bedside. The last few months have taken its toll on her and she has been unable to spend much time at the store. Her son and his friend opened this season and she has been doing what-
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Strombolis
PLAIN .................................................6.25 ExTRA CHEESE ......................................7.25 SAuSAGE .............................................7.25 PEPPERONI ...........................................7.25 MuSHROOM ..........................................7.25 MEATBALL ............................................7.25 ITALIAN STROMBOLI Cooked Salami, Genoa, Pepperoni, Sauce and Cheese Cappicola ........7.75 STEAK ................................................ 8.25 SPECIAL ..............................................8.70 GRILLED CHICKEN STROMBOLI ...................8.25 BROCCOLI ............................................7.25 GyRO ..................................................7.25 VEGETARIAN .........................................8.25 SPINACH ..............................................7.25 RICOTTA STROMBOLI ..............................7.25 FOuR CHEESES STROMBOLI .......................7.25 Provolone, Mozzarella, Swiss and American White ADDITIONAL TOPPING ..............................1.50 ExTRA CHEESE ....................................... .85
#1 2 Large Plain Pizzas, 2 Hoagies (any kind), (1) 2 Liter Soda Only $22.95 + tax you save over $5.50 #2 2 Large Plain Pizzas, 16 Buffalo Wings or 2 Grilled Chicken Sandwiches with lettuce, tomato & mayo, (1) 2 Liter Soda Only $23.95 + tax you save over $6.00 #3 2 Large Plain Pizzas, 2 Cheesesteaks & (1) 2 Liter Soda Only $25.95 + tax you save over $6.00 #4 2 Large Plain Pizzas, 30 Fresh Party Buffalo Wings & (1) 2 Liter Soda Only $26.95 + tax you save over $6.00 #5 1 Large Plain Pizza, 10 Fresh Party Buffalo Wings & (1) 2 Liter Soda Only $14.95 + tax you save over $3.00 #6 1 Large Plain Pizza, 2 Cheesesteaks, 20 Fresh Party Buffalo Wings & (1) 2 Liter Soda Only $25.95 + tax you save over $6.00
Wings
New Fresh Party Buffalo Wings Served with Celery and Bleu Cheese 10 PIECES ..... 5.25 60 PIECES .... 26.45 20 PIECES ..... 9.95 70 PIECES .... 30.45 30 PIECES .... 14.70 80 PIECES .... 34.95 40 PIECES .... 18.50 90 PIECES .... 37.75 50 PIECES .... 22.25 100 PIECES ... 43.00
Pasta Specials
Served with tossed salad, Bread and Butter
SPAGHETTI with Sauce ............................. 5.95 with Meatballs or Hot Sausage .................. 7.50 CHEESE RAVIOLI with Sauce ...................... 5.95 with Meatballs or sausage ................................. 7.50 VEAL PARMIGIANA with spaghetti ................ 8.95 LASANGA ............................................. 7.95 MANICOTTI .......................................... 5.95 BAKED zITI with Sauce ............................. 6.50 BAKED zITI with Meatball or Sausage ........... 8.45 SPAGHETTI with Clams ............................ 9.95 (White Sauce or Red) SPAGHETTI with Shrimp ........................... 9.95 (White Sauce or Red) J&J’S PENNE .......................................10.95 with Peas, Bacon, Mushrooms, over Creamy Pink Sauce LINGuINI FRuITTI DI MARE .......................12.95 with Mussels, Shrimp, Scallops, Calamari over White or Red Sauce PENNE VODKA SAuCE .............................. 9.95 LOBSTER RAVIOLI over pink sauce ..............10.95 SHRIMP RAVIOLI over Pink Sauce ................ 9.95 MuSHROOM RAVIOLI over Mushroom Sauce ... 9.50 TORTELLINI over Alfredo Sauce with peas and bacon ............................................ 9.95 GNOCCHI over marinara sauce .................... 8.75 STuFFED SHELLS ................................... 7.95 LINGuINI with Brocoli rabe & Sausage in White Sauce ......................................................... 9.95 SPAGHETTI with Mussels (Red or White) ............ 8.95 SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE w/Peas, Beef, Carrots (Red Sauce) ................................................. 8.95 LINQuINI WITH SHRIMP OR CHICKEN Over Alfredo Sauce .................................................11.95
House Specials
CHICKEN NuGGETS - 8 PCS $4.50 12 PCS 5.25 with assorted dipping sauces “THE REuBEN” ...................................... 6.00 Corned Beef & Saurerkraut on Rye with Melted Swiss; served with potato chips & pickles COMBINATION SEAFOOD PLATTER ............... 9.10 Flounder, Scallops, Crab Cake & Jumbo Shrimp with Fries, Cole Slaw, Garlic Bread, & Tossed Salad KING SIzE HAMBuRGER ............................ 5.75 Bermuda Onion, Julienne Potatoes, Tomato and Lettuce on a Toasted Bun with ColeSlaw KING SIzE BACON CHEESEBuRGER ............... 6.75 Bermuda Onion, Julienne Potatoes, Tomato and Lettuce on a toasted bun with Cole Slaw BuFFALO WINGS .................................... 7.50 8 Pieces with French Fries, & Cole Slaw Extra Bleu Cheese or BBQ Sauce ....... .35 Extra GRILLED CHICKEN PLATTER ....................... 6.25 Served with French Fries, Lettuce, Tomato, Cole Slaw, and Side Salad HALF FRIED CHICKEN .............................. 7.45 French Fries, Coleslaw, Tossed Salad, Bread & Butter
REGuLAR ............................................5.50 CHEESE ..............................................5.50 ITALIAN ..............................................5.95 ROAST BEEF ........................................5.95 CORNED BEEF .......................................5.95 TuNA .................................................6.25 HAM AND CHEESE ..................................5.95 CHICKEN SALAD ....................................5.95 TuRKEy ..............................................6.25 SALAMI ..............................................5.50 FLOuNDER ...........................................6.25 VEGGIE Fried Eggplant, Roasted Peppers, Broccoli Rabe, Sharp Provolone ...........................7.50 SHRIMP SALAD .....................................6.25 WITH CHEESE ADD .................................. .50 PICKLES OR HOT PEPPERS ON THE SIDE ......... .35 2 FOOT REGuLAR HOAGIE ....................... 10.50 2 FOOT ITALIAN HOAGIE ......................... 10.95
Grilled Chicken Sandwiches
Grilled Chicken served on Kaiser roll with BACON & PROVOLONE CHEESE ...................5.60 LETTuCE, TOMATO & MAyONNAISE ..............4.90 FRESH TOMATO, BROCCOLI & PROVOLONE .....5.60 GRILLED CHICKEN PARMIGIANA ..................5.60 with provolone cheese GRILLED CHICKEN REuBEN .........................6.00 served with swiss cheese, sauerkraut and russian dressing J&J GRILLED CHICKEN SPECIAL .................. 6.95 with mushroom, pepperoni, provolone cheese, bacon, lettuce and tomato GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICH .....................6.95 with broccoli rabe, sharp provolone, roasted peppers
From Our Grill
Our 1/4 Lb Burgers are 100% Fresh Ground Beef HAMBuRGER ........................................3.40 CHEESEBuRGER .....................................3.95 PIzzA BuRGER ......................................4.75 BACON CHEESEBuRGER ...........................4.75 VEGGIE BuRGER ....................................4.75 TuRKEy CHEESEBuRGER ..........................4.75 GRILLED AMERICAN CHEESE ......................3.20 GRILLED CHEESE AND BACON .....................4.20 GRILLED CHEESE AND TOMATO ...................4.20 MEATBALL ON ITALIAN ROLL ......................4.50 ITALIAN SAuSAGE ON TORPEDO ROLL ............4.75 B.L.T. .................................................4.00 EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA ...........................5.20 For Lettuce and tomato add .50
Oven Grinders
Prepared with Melted Cheese SAuSAGE AND GREEN PEPPERS ..................5.90 SALAMI AND CHEESE ...............................5.65 ROAST BEEF .........................................5.65 HAM ..................................................5.65 MEATBALL ...........................................5.65 TuNA ..................................................6.15 CORNED BEEF .......................................5.90 ITALIAN GRINDER ...................................5.90 TuRKEy ..............................................6.15 PORK, BROCCOLI RABE, SHARP PROVOLONE .. 6.65
Sandwiches
Sandwiches Served with Lettuce & Tomato on Kaiser Roll, White or Rye Bread HAM ..................................................4.05 SALAMI ..............................................4.40 TuNA .................................................4.85 ROAST BEEF .........................................4.40 ROAST BEEF SPECIAL ..............................5.60 CORNED BEEF .......................................4.60 CORNED BEEF SPECIAL ............................5.60 TuRKEy ..............................................4.60 FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH .......................5.10 VEAL PARMIGIANA ON A HOAGIE ROLL .......... 6.10 CHICKEN PARMIGIANA .............................6.40 CHICKEN SALAD .....................................4.15 SHRIMP SALAD ......................................4.90 CHICKEN CuTLET ITALIANO .......................7.10 with sharp provolone, broccoli rabe, roasted peppers on a hoagie roll
Catering Available!
Served on a bed of lettuce with fresh tomato, Cucumber & Green Pepper with your choice of favorite dressing TuNA SALAD PLATTER .................................... 6.75 CHICKEN SALAD PLATTER ................................ 5.95 JuLIENNE ................................................... 5.25 with Ham, Turkey, Cheese, & Salami ANTIPASTO .................................................. 6.75 with Cappicola, Provolone, Anchovies, and Genoa GREEK ....................................................... 6.50 with Feta Cheese & Anchovies TOSSED (7˝ PLATE) ........................................ 3.75 GRILLED CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD ...................... 6.75 with Romaine Lettuce, Tomatoes, Green Peppers, and Onions GRILLED SALMON SALAD ................................. 9.95 with Romaine Lettuce GRILLED TuNA SALAD ..................................... 9.95 GRILLED CALAMARI SALAD .............................. 7.95 GRILLED SHRIMP SALAD (8 PCS) ........................ 9.95 MIx GRILLED SALAD ...................................... 10.90 with Shrimp & Calamari Dressing on the side or extra dressing .35 extra SHRIMP SALAD PLATTER .................................. 6.45 SEAFOOD SALAD PLATTER ................................ 6.95
Breakfast Menu
Sunday thru thursday 8am to 12 midnight Friday & Saturday 8am to 1am
J&J Specials
2 EGGS, 2 PANCAKES, 2 PC SAuSAGE OR BACON WITH COFFEE .......................... 4.95 3 EGGS (ANy STyLE), 3 PC SAuSAGE, BACON OR SCRAPPLE, HOME FRIES, TOAST WITH BuTTER AND COFFEE .............................................. 5.50 BREAKFAST PIzzA - AMERICAN CHEESE & EGGS ..................................... SM. 4.85 LG.7.95
Breakfast Sandwiches
Bagel, Kaiser roll or Sliced Bread White, Wheat or rye EGG & CHEESE ...................................... 2.95 BACON, EGG & CHEESE .............................3.50 SAuSAGE, EGG & CHEESE ..........................3.50 PORK ROLL, EGG & CHESSE ........................3.50 HAM, EGG & CHEEE .................................3.50 STEAK, EGG & CHEESE .............................3.95 POTATO, EGG & CHEESE ............................3.50 SCRAPPLE, EGG & CHEESE ........................3.50
Bagels
WITH CREAM CHEESE.............................. 1.95 WITH BuTTER ........................................1.25 CROISSANT ...........................................2.00
Belgium Waffles
WITH BuTTER SyRuP .............................. 3.25 WITH yOuR CHOICE OF MEAT .....................4.95 BACON, SAuSAGE, PORK ROLL OR SCRAPPLE WITH STRAWBERRy & WHIPPED CREAM ........4.95
Golden Brown Pancakes
3 PANCAKES WITH SyRuP & BuTTER ............3.25 WITH yOuR CHOICE OF MEAT BACON, SAuSAGE, SCRAPPLE OR PORK ROLL..........................4.95
Original French Toast
FRENCH TOAST WITH BuTTER & SyRuP .........3.95 WITH yOuR CHOICE OF MEAT BACON, SAuSAGE, SCRAPPLE OR PORK ROLL..........................5.25
Side Orders
BACON 3 PC ..........................................1.75 SAuSAGE 3 PC .......................................1.75 PORK ROLL 3 PC .....................................1.75 SCRAPPLE 3 PC......................................1.75 TuRKEy BACON ......................................2.25 HOME FRIES..........................................2.00 FRENCH FRIES .......................................2.25 POTATO PuFFS.......................................2.25
Sandwiches or Wraps
12” Long roll 3 EGGS & CHEESE .................................. 3.95 3 EGGS, BACON & CHEESE .........................4.50 3 EGGS, SAuSAGE & CHEESE ..................... 4.50 3 EGGS, HAM & CHEESE ............................4.50 3 EGGS, PORK ROLL & CHEESE ....................4.75 3 EGGS, PEPPERS & CHEESE ......................4.50 3 EGGS, STEAK & CHEESE .........................5.95 3 EGGS, SCRAPPLE & CHEESE .....................5.50
J & J Bomb Sandwich
3 EGGS, CHEESE, POTATO, BACON & SAuSAGE ... 5.95
3 Egg Omletes
Served with Home Fries and Your Choice of toast White, Wheat or rye CHEESE OMELET.................................... 4.95 HAM & CHEESE OMELET ...........................5.95 BACON, CHEESE OMELET ..........................5.95 SAuSAGE & CHEESE OMELET ......................5.95 GREEN PEPPER & ONION OMELET ................5.50 WESTERN OMELET ..................................5.95 SPANISH OMELET....................................5.95 SPINACH & CHEESE .................................5.95 MuSHROOM & CHEESE .............................5.50 BROCCOLI & CHEESE................................5.95 J&J ITALIAN OMELET ...............................7.95 Broccoli rabe, roasted Peppers and Sharp Provolone
Beverages
COFFEE ..............................................1.15 TEA ....................................................1.15 ESPRESSO ............................................1.50 JuICES ................................................1.85 CAPPuCCINO .........................................2.50 SODAS........... 20oz 1.65, 2 liter 2.65, 1 liter 2.15
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2 Large Sicilian Pizzas Only $15.95 toppings extra
PLAIN STEAK ........................................ 6.40 CHEESESTEAK .......................................6.95 PIzzA STEAK ........................................7.35 STEAK ROyAL .......................................7.95 PEPPER STEAK ......................................6.70 MuSHROOM STEAK ................................ 6.70 MuSHROOM CHEESESTEAK .......................7.40 STEAK HOAGIE ......................................6.50 CHEESESTEAK HOAGIE .............................7.20 CHICKEN CHEESESTEAK ...........................7.40 BuFFALO CHICKEN CHEESESTEAK ................7.95 2 FT. STEAK ....................................... 12.25 2 FT. CHEESESTEAK .............................. 13.50 2 FT. CHICKEN CHEESESTEAK .................. 13.95
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Oldies in the Park Summer Series
Ali Hackett “King of the Oldies”
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The Oldies in the Park Summer Series will start on Thursday May 24th from 5pm-9pm and continue thru Thursday October 4th. (weather permitting) This weekly event called “Throwback Thursdays” will feature great oldies music, line dancing and special guest from radio, tv, political arena and even some of our favorite performers. It will be a relaxing, fun and informative evening while listening to the sounds that you have not heard in a long time. Dancing the Bop, Cha Cha, Twist, etc. and having a good time while you’re doing it. The party and the happenings will be held outside under the lights and stars at the spacious Wharton Square Park (23rd & Wharton St.) South Philadelphia So dust off your dancing shoes and get ready to relive those Good Old Days with good friends you have not seen and the music you have not heard in years!!!
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pening its doors in 1899, Dante & Luigi’s is one of the oldest restaurants in the city. It was one of the first restaurants I reviewed when I became restaurant critic and I looked forward to lunching with Connie LaRussa, who, along with husband Michael, purchased Dante & Luigi’s 17 years ago. “The secret is consistency,” Connie said. “We taste everything everyday. The marinara Michael makes today must taste exactly like the marinara he made years ago.” Michael, who is a builder and a selftaught chef, is working on renovations to the restaurant, which should be complete by next year. The rooms are open and airy and beautiful to the eye. As we chatted about the menu, I learned about the couple who could not be more disparate. Connie grew up in a closely knit Greek-American family in Mount Airy. Michael arrived in Philly from his native Sicily at age 9. When he was in his early teens, his mother passed away leaving Michael to cook for his siblings using his mother’s recipes. I asked the chef to make a tasty, grilledfish dish. He grilled a whole calamari, removed the tentacles and crisped them, and included two grilled shrimp on the plate. He drizzled on some olive oil, fresh lemon juice and a bit of chopped parsley. We also tasted plump juicy Prince Edward Island mussels prepared in Michael’s marinara. “You have to try our gnocchi,” Connie said. “We make them with ricotta cheese rather than potatoes.” Sandy and I preferred them boiled and M a rc o n i / Pa c ke r Pa r k
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said she has four: Three men in their 50s or 60s and Gina, whom the couple inherited when they bought Dante & Luigi’s. “We taught her how to bake, so you must try her desserts,” Connie said. I always prefer ricotta cheesecake to its New York-style cousin. This one was light, airy and not a bit overly sweet. I think the addition of lemon juice and a bit of grated lemon zest would be terrific. Gina’s tiramisu was fashioned with crispy imported lady fingers soaked in strong espresso and layered with mascarpone. It was a big portion as was the cheesecake. You can guess what Edward had for dessert after he finished the lasagna. We also sampled lemon sorbet, spumoni and chocolate chip ice cream, which Connie buys from Anthony’s Chocolate House in the Italian Market. Dante & Lu-
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igi’s serves premium coffee that was rich, deep and dark. The building that houses Dante & Luigi’s was built in 1850, Connie said. It has beautiful strong-bone structure because, as they say, they don’t build them like they used to. Happy Birthday to the South Philly Review. It is comforting to know readers enjoy our stories and Dante & Luigi’s has been serving Philadelphians and visitors for 113 years. SPR Dante & Luigi’s 762 S. 10th St. 215-922-9501 danteandluigis.com Comment on this restaurant or review at southphillyreview.com/food-and-drink/reviews.
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y birthday is Sunday, and if I had my druthers, I would rather have $500 to shop in the Ninth Street Italian Market than to go on a spree at Tiffany’s. In some ways I am much like my grandmother. I purchase almost everything for my table from independent merchants and strive to support local farmers. Some people say “Ninth Street is not what it used to be.” What is? Change is good and it is inevitable. Still there are a number of stores that have been in business for many years. Fante’s Kitchen Wares opened in 1906, D’Angelo Bros. opened its doors in '10, Di Bruno Bros. appeared on the culinary scene in '39 and Claudio Specialty Foods debuted in the '50s. I always stop at these four places when visiting the Italian Market. People travel from the hinterlands to buy Sonny D’Angelo’s sausages. They run the tasty gamut from pork to veal to lamb to venison. Whenever I am hungry for osso bucco, I head to Sonny for veal shanks. I clearly recall one cold, winter day when Sonny hoisted the animal in front of me and started cutting. The veal is organic and humanely raised in Lancaster County, so I count on Sonny to sell me the finest product available.
America’s largest outdoor market, which dates back to the 1800s, continues to inspire evening table scenes guaranteed to be lled with avor. Fante’s is pure eye candy for me. I was thinking about buying a paella pan and discovered the store stocks these carbon steel pans made in Spain and Italy. Fante’s always states the country that made each item on its website. I moseyed over to the gadget wall where I always find a new addition for my drawer. I considered a melon baller, a hand juicer, a medium-sized mesh strainer or a stainless-steel ladle, especially since Edward broke the cheap plastic one I bought on a whim at a dollar store. On to Di Bruno’s for the makings of the finest antipasto in town. The cheese mavens gave me samples and helped me to make my selections. I also purchased marinated whole baby artichokes, white anchovies, roasted peppers and an array of olives. Claudio’s display of olive oils and vinegars is dazzling. I find sherry vinegar from Spain and red wine vinegar from Italy at bottom-line prices. A few cans of San Marzano crushed tomatoes, some imported ladyfingers and several boxes and bags of dried pasta also were on my list. While shopping on Ninth Street last
week, I stopped at Spice Corner for a packet of black peppercorns. Smoked paprika has become popular within the past year or so but it can be difficult to find. Spice Corner stocks it. Our dinner will begin with an antipasto prepared with the goodies I purchased at Di Bruno. It will be dressed with olive oil and red wine vinegar from Claudio. Pasta with sausages from D’Angelo will take pride of place on the table. I would serve a fine chianti or a blend of Chianti with Sangiovese from Tuscany with the pasta. A classic and sweet way to end dinner is a no-brainer. Chocolate, vanilla and ricotta cheese cannoli from Isgro’s Pasteries, which opened in 1904.
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Directions: Heat the olive oil over medium-high. Add the onion and shallots and sauté them for about eight minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for about another minute or so. Push the vegetables to the side of the pot. Add the sausages and sauté briskly. When the sausages have lost their raw color, sauté the contents of the pot to blend well. Add all of the remaining ingredients, raise the heat to high and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to simmer and cover the pot with the lid askew. Simmer for about 90 minutes. Serves four. Note from Phyllis: I prefer fettuccine, pappardelle or tagliatelle with this dish. SPR Comment at southphillyreview.com/food-anddrink/features.
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2 BD,nice move-in condition
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5972988 *125 Tasker
1 BD+den,pine floor,c/a,renovated
$155,000
6038281 *322 Reed,#1F
1 BD+den,c/a,h/w,renovated condo
$179,900
5614659 *333 Reed
4 BD,huge 3 story shell, sold as-is
$179,900
5984190 *1311 S. Hancock 2 BD,wood floors,nice 3 story Trinity
$184,900
5939060 *1905 Moyamensing 4 BD,porchfront,h/w,very spacious
$214,900
6027140 *236 McClellan
2 BD,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,renovated
$219,900
6030826 *1237 S. 3rd
3 BD,1.5Ba,c/a,recently renovated
$225,000
5990016 *1944 S. Galloway 3 BD,c/a,modern move-in condition
$229,950
6031699 *148 Watkins
2 BD+den,1.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,modern
$237,500
6030826 *2037 S. 3rd
3 BD,1.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,renovated
$239,900
5876027 *1817 S. 5th
4 BD,spacious corner home,convenient
$158,000
5990194 *427 Watkins
3 BD,h/w,modern move-in condition
$159,900
5979552 *611 Fernon
2 BD,2 Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,renovated
$179,000
6013583 *720 Watkins
3 BD,1.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,renovated
$179,900
5933485 *426 Federal
4 BD,needs some updating,At the Park
$199,900
5994908 *421 Cross
3 BD,c/a,h/w,newly renovated home
$209,900
6044970 *511 Greenwich
4 BD,c/a,h/w,deck,renovated,3 stories
$209,900
6002198 *725 Earp
2 BD,1.5Ba,fin.bsmt,wood fls,updated
$234,900
6002812 *720 Medina
2 BD,1.5Ba,well kept,updated hm
$239,900
5991680 *1328 S. 4th
3 BD,1.5Ba,c/a,yard,garage,newer Twin
$299,900
5956270 *434 Federal
3 BD,2.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,deck,newer
$350,000
6045860 *1244 Moyamensing 2 BD,2 Ba,c/a,move in condition
$239,900
Passyunk square & east Passyunk crossing
5686838 *132 Manton
$245,000
5819937 *2024 S. Darien
2 BD,good starter hm or investment
$93,500
6035406 *329 Greenwich 3 BD,fin.bsmt,h/w,deck,renovated
$254,900
5952030 *924 Dudley
2 BD,very clean,move-in condition
$165,000
6050447 *1312 S. Howard 3 BD,c/a,h/w,nice move-in condition
$264,900
5964052 *1609 S. Iseminger 2 BD,2 Ba,needs updating,well kept
$189,900
5698562 *206 Mountain
2 BD,1.5 Ba,fin.bsmt,open,modern
$274,900
6019169 *1906 S. Jessup
2 BD,1.5Ba,c/a,h/w,renovated home
$220,000
5893147 *129 Manton
3 BD,1.5Ba,open & spacious layout
$279,900
6048577 *1932 S. 12th
3 BD,1.5Ba,spacious main street hm
$239,900
5439278 *102 Morris
4 BD,2 Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,beautiful
$289,900
6001298 *1233 S. Broad-A
Commercial Condo,1st floor,new
$250,000
2 BD,1.5Ba,den,c/a,beautiful 3 story hm
5958237 *1107 S. 3rd
3 BD,2 Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,deck,renovated
$289,900
6048314 *1429 S. Percy
2 BD,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,renovated
$265,000
5821900 *1202 S. 3rd
4 BD,1.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,beautiful
$310,000
6005275 *1535 S. Iseminger 2 BD,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,renovated
$269,900
5922930 *1529 Moyamensing 5 BD,1.5Ba,huge Federal Period hm
$319,500
6001312 *1233 S. Broad-B
3 BD,2 Ba,c/a,h/w,2nd floor,new condo
$279,000
6048975 *344 Wharton
4 BD,c/a,h/w,beautiful spacious hm
$325,000
6050550 *2017 S. 11th
3 BD,1.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,gorgeous
$279,900
6011737 *1210 S. 3rd
4 BD,2 Ba,h/w,deck,move-in condition
$339,000
5992709 *1318 Moore
Duplex,1+1,well kept,separate utilities
$285,000
6051541 *1317 S. 2nd
3 BD,1.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,renovated
$369,900
5985592 *1327 Castle
4 BD,1.5Ba,huge 3 story Twin,porch
$289,900
6027428 *122 Pierce
3 BD,2.5Ba,fin.bsmt,den,decks,new hm
$375,000
6001319 *1233 S. Broad-C
3 BD,2 ba,c/a,h/w,3rd floor,new condo
$299,000
5977881 *1514 Moyamensing 3 BD,2.5 Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,garage
$414,999
6034273 *1021 Cross
3 BD,fin.bsmt,c/a,move-in condition
$299,900
5990016 *105 Manton
$435,000
6831751 *1316 Morris
5 BD,2.5ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,huge Twin
$365,000
5 BD,2 Ba,wood floors,huge Victorian
$394,000
3 BD,2.5Ba,den,roof deck,new home
5716469 *1101 S. 2nd
4 BD,2.5Ba,garage,new construction
$499,000
6052705 *1545 S. 13th
5463409 *111 Federal
3 BD,2.5Ba,den,c/a,h/w,garage,newer hm
$525,000
6038233 *1314 S. 10th
3 BD,2.5Ba,fin.bsmt,deck,c/a,renovated
$429,900
5979279 *115 Wharton
3 BD,2,5Ba,fin.bsmt,roof deck,newer hm
$560,000
6021767 *813-15 Ellsworth
Garage+Apt,3623sf on a 70x67 lot size
$439,000
6053189 *1100 S. Front
Corner Commercial,Restaurant + Apt.
$549,900
5774832 *1807 S. Broad
Quad. 2+1+2+1,3146sf,updated apts.
$485,000
5908423 *1823 E. Passyunk
Duplex,1+3,c/a,15x100 lot,C2 zoning
$475,000
6047272 *1203 S. Juniper
3 BD,2.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,deck,parking,newer $529,900
Whitman
4 BD,4 Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,patio,renovated
$699,900
6000203 *1233 S. Broad
Commercial condo + 2 resid condos,new
$799,000.
5951903 *1626 S. 18th
6 BD,2 Ba,needs updating,huge home
$128,000
5846861 *1922 S. 18th
4 BD,1.5 Ba,c/a,h/w,spacious,updated
$145,000
$175,000
6023705 *1519 McKean
4 BD,1.5Ba,spacious main street home
$169,900
1 BD,h/w,547 sq.ft, renovated condo
$170,000
2 BD,fin.bsmt,well kept,very elegant
$120,000
5906666 *425 Durfor
3 BD,fin.bsmt,c/a,move-in condition
$129,900
5924311 *320 Fitzgerald
3 BD,1.5Ba,nice,clean,well maintained
$149,900
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5984517 *2749 S.Randolph
Duplex,2+3,newly renovated apartments
$164,900
5957490 *2352 S. Lee
3 BD,1.5Ba,c/a,h/w,newly renovated
$165,000
5925807 *2133 S. 4th
3 BD,very spacious main street home
5343149 *343 Wolf
3 BD,1.5Ba,large hm,needs updating
$179,900
6034555 *1326 S. Broad #3F
5873004 *114 Durfor
3 BD,1.5Ba,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,beautiful
$189,900
6022406 *1417 S. Mole
2 BD,1.5Ba,c/a,h/w,newly renovated
$174,900
6025438 *347 Tree
3 BD,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,modern home
$195,900
5999945 *1815 S. 18th
Corner Commercial+4BDApt,C2 zoning
$199,000
5981054 *130 Ritner
3 BD,c/a,h/w,renovated,spacious home
$199,900
5997489 *1541 Dickinson
3 BD,2.5Ba,fin.bsmt,deck,c/a,h/w,new hm $249,900
6044632 *2226 S. 3rd
3 BD,c/a,h/w,spacious main street hm
$209,900
5997489 *1338 S. 18th
3 BD,2.5Ba,c/a,h/w,deck,new home
6051476 *213 Wolf
3 BD,fin.bsmt,c/a,h/w,renovated,nice block $289,900
6013204 *1220 S. Broad
Florist shop+5BD,3Ba hm,C2 Brownstone $549,900
Institutional Bldg.,15,024sf,on a113x48 Lot $499,900
6033650 *1218 S. Broad
Commercial+4 Apts,C2 zoning,renovated
6010958 *2501-15 Marshall
$249,950
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1935 S. JUNIPER STREET 3 bdrms needs updating, endless possibilities. For the rarely available home. 203K Mortgage Available.
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$54,500
3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom 23XX S. Mildred St.
$89,000
3 bedrooms , 1 bathroom 7XX Pierce St. 3 bedrooms
$89,800 1 bathroom
26XX S. 6th St.
$99,000
3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom 27XX S. Sheridan St.
$99,900
3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom 5XX Gerritt St.
$119,900
3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms
22XX S. 9th St. 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom 9XX tree St. 2bedrooms, 1 bathroom 25XX S. Warnock St. 3 bedrooms, 1 bedrooms 28XX S. Fairhill St. 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathroom 27XX S. MarShall St. 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms 19XX S. 7th St. 3 Units 20XX MorriS St. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms 15XX S. 8th St.
3001 S. Sydenham St. Philadelphia, PA 19145
215-271-3000 OPEN HOUSE – SUNDAY, MAY 20 – 1:00 – 3:00 1607 Manton Street - Need more space? Be part of one of South Philly’s fastest growing neighborhoods! Extra large 2010 construction, brick front, high efficiency heat & A/C, finished basement, H/W floors, 4 BRs & 2 ½ baths!
South of Oregon – Brand new rehab! 3 BRs, 1 ½ ultra mod baths, ultra mod kitchen w/granite counters and stainless steel appliances. H/W throughout. Finished basement, C/A, W/D, huge yard & off street parking nights & weekends.
Unique Investment Opportunity – Collect rent where you live. Newly renovated duplex in Cheltenham. 1st fl is a 1 BR unit with HW floors throughout. Unit includes washer & dryer and access to full basement. 2nd unit is multi-level with full kitchen, living room & dining room. 2 BRs & full bath on 3rd level. Also includes W/D & access to bsmt. 4th & Wolf – Main tree lined street. Large rooms. Perfectly livable but needs
$123,000 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms 12XX S. 8th St. $125,888 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom 7XX WatkinS St. $135,000 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathroom 11XX tree St. $139,000 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms 20XX S. 7th St. $149,888 2 Units 23XX S. 9th St. $149,900 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathroom 26XX S. 9th St. $154,900 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms 10XX JohnSton St. $155,000 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms
3320 South 20th Street - Philadelphia, PA 19145 WWW.CAPOZZIREALESTATE.COM TEL 215.551.5100 • FAX 215.551.5230
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West Passyunk Ave Shopping Area – Largest home on the block – with lots of charm. Come see this “Nostalgic 3 bedroom home” Super convenient to everything.
18th & Ritner Vic – 2 bedroom home with loads of charm. Original detail and trim. Modern kitchen & bath. Lots of extras!
Regency at Packer Park – Luxury condo – 1800 sq ft – 3 BRs, 2 baths, deck, H/W floors, beautifully upgraded throughout. All of this in the newest part of South Phila. Castor Gardens – This bright, beautiful twin w/oversized garage, cathedral ceiling in
LR/DR/Kit, C/A, wood burning fireplace in den, Jacuzzi tub, close to city, has everything and more! Call today!
13th & Shunk Vicinity – Lovely 3 BR home with beautiful kitchen & bath, hardwood floors, finished basement, central air & lots of class. South of Oregon – 18xx Moyamensing – Luxury, class and quality – 3 bedroom
home recently renovated throughout. Finished basement, hardwood floors, C/A, large yard – a must see!!
Center City - Grandview Condominium - $154,900! High-rise living at a realistic price! Modern unit, multiple amenities, 14th floor, beautiful skyline view, right in the hub of everything! Call for details. 9th & Ritner Vic – 23xx S 9th – Spacious 3 BR home, large kitchen & bath, excellent closet space. Very affordable. For interior pictures or to search the regional multiple listings service visit
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13XX S. 7th St. $155,000 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms 6XX Moore St. $157,000 4 bedrooms, 2 bedrooms 7XX Mckean St. $159,800 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms 11XX S. 7th St. $165,000 4 bedrooms, 2 bedrooms 13XX S. 6th St. $170,888 3 Unitis 6XX dickinSon St. $179,999 4 Units 1XX carPenter St. $199,900 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
HiSToRiC GiRARd ESTATE 23XX S. 21ST ST. Grand - 4BR / 2.5BA. Open Front Porch/ Hardwood flrs throughout 1st and 2nd levels / Spectacular rear Yard. $249,900 / Call for Details.
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3BR, 1.5 Bath/ Airlight Large-rear addition, newer kitchen, hardwood floors, finished family room. $329,000
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2234 Cross St. Fully renovated 3br/1ba home w/open LR/DR area, gourmet Kitchen, and rear yard
75,000
2616 Manton St REDUCED! Total Renovation
149,000
2231 S Hicks St 3BR/1BA Extended Eat in Kitchen, Quaint yard, Open Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Minutes from Center City
164,900
1008 Tree St 3BR/1.5BA Renovated End Unit Row
179,900
2609 S Iseminger St Newly renovated, w/large eat-in kitch, SS appliances HW Flrs,
175,000
2347 S 11th St Giant 6BR/2BA Lots of potential in great neighborhood
159,000
2847 S Franklin St Solid Corner Home 3BR/1BA small rear yard
179,000
1612 W Oregon Ave Completely renovated with exceptional workmanship 1 Year of free parking
295,000
1707 S 10th St 4BR/2.5BA newly renovated features walk-out balcony, granite countertops, HW Fl
339,000
908 Jackson St Delightful 3BR with Hardwood floors, Upgraded kitchen & Baths, enclosed patio and finished basement
199,000
1817 Catharine St. Right-sized 3br/1.5ba TH w/updates, wd-brng fireplace, Juliette balcony
378,000
2533 S 13th St Duplex- Moneymaker
199,900
2102 S 12th 3BR Home with Central air, finished basement, eat-in kitchen and large rear yard
200,000
ITALIAN MARKET / SOUTH/ PENNSPORT
223 Federal St Brand New 3 Story, 3BR/2BA Home with HW Floors, C/A, Beautiful
315,000
1512 S. 2nd St. Fabulous 3 bdrm, New Front, Hardwoods, Kitchen, Fireplace Move right in!
353,500
2810 S 9th St Newer Construction, Tax Abatement, Many Upgrades
379,900
617 Reed St #200 fully Renovated 2BR condo, 1 Car garage with extra Storage, Must See!
399,900
3137 S Broad St Renovated 3BR/2.5BA in Stadium District
425,000
3506 Prima Ct 4BR/3.5BA, Spacious Living room, new HW Floors, Sliding doors to outdoor space
459,000
1322 Ellsworth St Totally renovated 3BR/3BA with 1 Car gated parking, 2 Decks, Landscaped yard
499,000
QUEEN VILLAGE/BELLA VISTA
1546 S Opal St Meticulously maintained 3Bedroom
80,000
2640 S 16th St Refinished 3BR/1BA with Finished Basement
204,900
2335 S Franklin St Cozy 2BR/1BA with Hi Ceilings, nice sized patio, close to shops transit and park
125,000
1801 S 21st 21st Newly Renovated and fully occupied Triplex with garage
224,900
2503 Manton St Great investment opportunity! Vacant lot for Residential or commercial use
10,000
2237 S Norwood St Great Move in ready home with 2BR/1BA
95,000
2123 Mifflin St newly renovated in 2010, Large 3BR with 1st floor laundry and large yard
99,899
140 McClellan St New! 2 BR + Office, Recent Rehab, C/A, HW flrs, SS, Granite, Gorgeous Bath A Must See
229,900
1016 S Reese St Beautifully renovated 2 BR townhome in Queen Village. Hardwood floors. Gourmet kitchen.
209,000
1332 S. 24th St. Great Starter HM w/4bd, updated t/o, nice backyard, on the park
110,000
1115 Emily St New Totally Renovated, 3BR/1BA, 1175 Sq Ft, C/A, Granite, Stainless, Hardwood throughout, prime location
242,500
935 E Moyamensing REDUCED! A Queen Village Gem
389,900
2614 S Iseminger St Handyman Special on great block More in a build equity
115,000
209 Manton St 2BR/1.5BA, Stainless Steel, jetted tub, lg yard, fin basement, fireplace, C/A
249,900
1705 S. 6th St. Spacious, maintained 4br/1ba w/new bathroom, roof, chimney liner, hdwd fls, & hot water tank.
129,000
1525 S Clarion St 2BR in Passyunk Sq, HW Flrs, CA, New Roof, Well Maintained
249,900
2040 S 21st St Fully renovated 4BR/1.5 BA, New flooring, appliances, windows, CA and heat. Open floor plan with garden
129,000
1318 Warnock St Fab Location, 3Story, 3BR/2.5BA W/ Garage, Large yard, Newer C/A/Heater, Electrical & Plumbing
299,900
2432 Camac St. Well maintained 3BR/1BA, refinished HW floors, new heater, plumbing
129,900
2200 S 3rd St Great Corner property used as a convenient store for 45 years, New Central air and hot water heater
299,900
310 Gladstone St. REDUCED! Wonderful 2bd/1ba rehabbed home in Whitman section of S. Phila
147,900
1922 Schley St 3BR/1.5BA Sunken living room, 1 Car Parking, CA, Security System, Finished Bsmnt. 305,000
NEW CONSTRUCTION
2101 Kimball St. Modern 2br condo, built in closets, high efficient systems, green roof
219-250K
COMMERCIAL/INVESTMENT
2438 S. 3rd St. Investor Opportunity-store front (deli/grocery) & 1bd apt (leased), well maintained bldg
249,900
1609 E Passyunk Ave Commercial Property, 2 apartments – Renovated
435,000
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19145 25XX NEWKIRK
Covy 2 Bed w/newer kit., ideal starter
$64,900
19XX MIFFLIN
3 Bed HM in movie-in condition, cheaper than rent!
19xx S. NORWOOD
3 Bed in Excellent Condition
19XX S. BONSALL
Mod 3 bed totally renovated home
20XX DICKINSON
Lovely renovated hm w/open fl plan. why rent?
$115,000
22XX S. GARNET
Well kept 3 bed w/ extended kit, Why Rent?
$109,900
$118,900 $34,900
Only $69,900
25XX S. CARLISLE
3 Bed mod H/W w/ Fin Basemt, C/A Excel Value
19XX RITNER
Spacious mod 3 Bed, H/W Flrs, 1.5 ba
$149,900
30XX S. 18TH
3Spacious 3 Bed w/Lg YD., High Ceilings, Price to Sell $174,000
15XX TASKER
3 Story mixed use property located in Newbold
22XX S. 21ST
3 bed w/H/W fls, fin bsmnt, nice blk
$179,900
16XX PORTER
Very Lg well maintained 4 bed, C/A
$175,000
Asking $169,900
$180,000
23XX S. 17TH
Beautiful Newly Renovated 4 Bed Hm. Must See!
$239,900
27XX S. 17TH
Mod HM w/Reardeck, H/W Fls Excel Location!
$259,000
25XX S. 15TH
Beautiful Spac. 3 Bed w/New kit., 4pc bath
$279,900
19146 13XX S. MOLE
Well maintained 3 bed hm asking only
29XX GERRIT
Two to choose from 2 bed
13XX S. CORLIES
2 Bed rental property needs TLC
15XX S. OPAL
2 bed handy person special
12XX S. BONSELL.
Spac 3 bed up & coming location
28XX S. 13TH - Across from the park! Very spacious 4 bed Hm w/ Fin Basement, 2-Kitchens, Plus read driveway for off st parking $299,900 SOUTH OF OREGON AVE -17XX OREGON AVE Spacious updated home w/ open floor plans, lots of natural light, c/a plus a finished basement...CALL PACKER PARK -19XX FORRESTAL - Lovely 3 bed w/ deck, fin. basement, rear yard beautiful view of cc from kitchen DRASTICALLY REDUCED TO $274,500
Make Offer $37,900 Only $37,900 $49,900
Nice 3 Bed HM, in semi-mid cond only
only $79,000
3XX DALY
3 Bed home, needs some updating
only $99,900
4XX DALY
2 Bdrm, Whitman home, Ideal for first time buyer
24XX S. LEE
2 Bed HM currently rented, New Mechanicals
5XX MOUNTAIN ST.
3 Bedroom rental Property. Great Income!
20XX S. DARIEN
Super Clean well maintained 2 bed
25XX S. FAIRHILL
Cute 3 bed, 1 bath hm, freshly painted
$99,900
24XX S. AMERICAN
Solid 3 bed hm on prime Whitman blk
$96,900
9XX DALY ST.
Solid 3 bdrm home reasonable priced at
$109,900
4XX JACKSON
3 Bed Main St. HM priced to sell at
$119,900
7XX MCKEAN
Lg 3 bed hm in need of a litle TLC
$110,000
1XX TREE
Attractive 2 Bed HM on a great street
$135,900
25XX S. AMERICAN
Modern 3 Bed home in excellent cond.
1XX SNYDER
Lg. 3 Bed. Home in Prime Location
$89,900 only $89,000 $89,900 only $89,900
$139,000 Ask $139,900
4XX MIFFLIN
Spac 3BR in Pennsportt, priced to sell
$144,000
1XX RITNER
Super clean 3 bed w/ lg rear yard
REDUCED $154,000
2XX RITNER
Lg 3 Bed home on prime Whitman Block
$149,000
11XX RITNER
Spac 3 bed home located on lovely tree lived yard
$149,900
10XX SNYDER
2 - 1 Bed units, New brick front
$150,000
26XX S. WARNOCK
Lovely Mod 3 Bed w/ Granite Kit, H/W fls.
$189,000
THE RESERVE AT PACKER PARK-20XX Reserve Drive_ Gorgeous 5 Bed 3.5 Bath Beauty, everything you could want in a home is here! $529,000
25XX S. 11TH
Upgraded beautiful 4 Bed Spacious home
$189,900
21XX S. 13TH
Good 3 story 5 bed. completely renovated lg yd
$349,900
PACKER PARK - 31XX SO. 18TH ST. Lovely 3 bed, airlight home w/ mod kit. rear deck, an. bsmt. 1.5 bath, driveway parking, move in cond $325,000
$89,900 $37,900
19148 25XX S. PHILIP
COMMERCIAL / MULTI-FAMILY 3XX FEDERAL
Family Dwellings not zoned priced at
$247,000
BROAD & OREGPN AVE. Com property w/ 2 Bed Apt.
$329,900
20XX DICKINSON
Duplex Fully Rented See util
$129,000
18XX SNYDER AVE
Spacious office & lg 2 Bed appt.
$149,900
20XX S. GARNET
Store/Office and 2 apts. high traffic location!
$210,000
6XX TASKER
Triplex - fully occupied. see util
$185,000
10TH & CANTRELL
Spacious double wide store plus 2nd flr.
$249,900
20XX S. 3RD
Triplex - fully occupied prime Pennsport
$207,900
13XX REED
Triplex -Prime East Passyunk Sr location
$350,000
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CALL 215.778.0901 NEW THIS WEEK! Girard Estate Area $79,900 Enchanting 3BD/1BA featuring original mantle, stairway, and archway with delightful front porch, lovely kitchen, and fun yard, all located on a great block!
Gorgeous, sun filled 3BD/1.5BA with large front windows, hardwood floors, spacious granite kitchen, finished tile basement, in a great location made for convenience!
PENNSPORT
$325,000
Adorable and charming 3BD/2BA home with a contemporary flare! Modern kitchen, hardwood floors, rear yard, and gorgeous entire 3rd floor master suite!
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$375,000
$260,000
Impeccable 3BD/1.1BA with den, beautiful hardwood floors, dramatic ceiling dome, stainless steel kitchen and bright bedrooms!
sun filled porch and 50sqft rear yard. Complete with updated kitchen and baths, finished basement, and splendid rear patio and garden!
$149,000
Beautifully renovated 3BD/1.5BA complete with hardwood floors, windows allowing for a gorgeous view, stainless and granite kitchen, crown and chair rail molding plus a cute rear yard!
Charming 3BD/1BA home, with open kitchen and living room, hardwood floors, finished basement, and nice sized yard all on a quaint block.
E. PASSYUNK SQUARE 1429 S Percy $265,000
$175,000
LArGE BUILdING LOT- ZIP 19146 2223-5-7-9 wilder Street – 56 x 50. $104,000.
Fred r. levine r e a l e s tat e
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$429,900
Fantastic 3BD/2.5BA with hardwood floors, high ceilings, crown moldings, all new granite and stainless kitchen, finished basement, master bed suite and rooftop deck with breathtaking views!
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LArGE wArEhOUSE NOrThErN LIBErTIES VICINITY 1613-27 Germantown Avenue – Approx. 9600 sq. ft. Warehouse. 13’ Ceilings. $399,000.
Amazing 3BD/2.5BA new construction home with granite and stainless kitchen, gas fireplace, hardwood floors, patio/garden area, and a rooftop terrace with skyline views!
Cute, sunshine loving 2BD/1BA featuring hardwood floors, spacious living room, open kitchen, fun yard, plus finished tile basement.
13xx S. etting 1 story, 2 BR, C/A, Fin. Basement $109,000 24xx S. 13th St. 3BR, 1.5 Bath, C/A, Tile Bath, Large Home!! REDUCED TO $179,000 25xx mildred St. Tree-lined street, Open Porch, New Kitchen, 3BR, Gas Heat- $129,000 13xx Synder ave. Building & Business - Lg. Corner w/ Medical Supply Businesses Call for more Details $259,900
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