THE SOUTH AM BOY ••*• SAYREVILLE Date: January 21,1995
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THE SOUTH AM BOY ••*• SAYREVILLE Date: January 21,1995
THE SOUTH AMBOY • • * • SAYREVILLE Date: January 21,1995 PRICELESS Vol. 4 Issue 4 Fire Injures 4 in South Amboy Tax Increase in South Amboy Vigilante Appointed City Clerk Search for Shells in South Amboy A huge house fire broke out at around 3:10 a.m., Jan. 8th, at 205 Broadway, and spread next door to 207, which is directly next to the Post Office. Evelyn Coyle, 68, and her husband, Harry, 69 of 207 Broadway were both hospitalized. The Coyles were awakened by their dog Mr. McDuffy. Firefighter, George Smith suffered smoke inhalation, was treated at Memorial Medical Center and released. JoseGueyerno,27, of 205 Broadway, was treated and released. The total number of inhabitants at the 205 address was unclear to officials, but 12 were sleeping there at the time of the fire. The blaze was caused by an electrical malfunction in the refrigerator. The fire will never be forgotten by new Chief, James Charmello, who said that 80 firefighters prevented the Coyle home from complete destruction. "Everybody got out safely, that's what counts. If they were in there for another 5 minutes, we would have had a lot of dead bodies," said the Chief. South Amboy's new, $10 million fiscal budget calls for a slight increase in taxes for homeowners. The tax bill for municipal services will rise approximately $72 on the average home, which is assessed at $60,000. The municipal tax rate will rise an estimated 12 cents from 63 to 75 cents per $100 under the 1995 budget. An average homeowner can expect their municipal tax bill this year to be $450, compared to $378 last year. Kathleen Vigilante was appointed South Amboy's new City Clerk, replacing Christine "Tina" Caputo, who resigned from her $34,000 per year post on Jan. 19th, to "pursue other career ventures." She held the post for almost three years, and was a tremendous asset to the city. Vigilante, who served as Mayor John T. O'Leary's secretary, will start her City Clerk's job at $32,500 per year, as compared to her $24,000 per year as secretary. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers said that their search for unexploded military shells in the area of Ernston Rd., Sayreville, will not continue until the spring. Officials have also expressed an interest to search two South Amboy properties the Frog Hollow Swim Club, and the city's Public Works garage. According to Business Administrator, John Mason, Mayor John T. O'Leary and the Council have no objections, but the city's lawyer is reviewing the request to search the Public Works garage. Local Youth Retrieves Cross South Amboy's Peter Tsilimidos, 16, braved bone-chilling 34 degree weather to go into the Raritan Bay and bring back a wooden cross. Peter was the only church member of the St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Perth Amboy to attempt to retrieve it. The traditional ceremony was held in observance of the celebration of the Feast of the Epiphany. Reilly Steps Down After 22 Years After 22 years as a devoted South Amboy city servant, Claire Reilly will get some well-deserved time for travel, and quality family time. A city employee for 18 years, her diversified jobs included clerk-typist, principal clerk-typist, deputy clerk, and City Clerk. She successfully ran for council in 1990, and served for 4 years. She was the city's second councilwoman in history to be elected to office. Claire S. Reilly's sincerity and dedication will most definitely be missed by the city of South Amboy. O'Leary Era Continues South Amboy's Democrat Mayor, John T. O'Leary was sworn in on New Year's Day to start his third term. The popular city leader, who has easily defeated all challengers during his tenure, continues his endless efforts to make South Amboy's waterfront development a reality, as well as provide jobs for local unemployed. Also sworn in to 4-year council terms were Fred Henry and Beverly Samuelson, who will fill the slot vacated by Claire Reilly, who chose not to run for election in Nov. '94. James Reick was re-elected Council President, and Henry the Vice-President. We're Here In Your Community, Right Now For mtre iilocmofiwi col loH-fre* 1-S00ACS-2345 AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY Next Issue: St. Patrick's Day February 25 All Deadlines FEBRUARY 15 Call 727-0398 Convertibles Needed Pictured above is South Amboy Fire Official Edward J. Szatkowski, standing, right, assisted by Ginger Quirk, 2nd from right, from the Saint Vincent De Paul Society, distributing smoke detectors in connection with the New Jersey "Get Alarmed" program. Smoke Detectors Distributed The New Jersey "Get Alarmed" and Seniors Helping Seniors smoke detector distribution programs directed by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, Division of Fire Prevention, along with generous sponsors, such as the Mobile Oil Corporation and PSE&G Company has made available throughout the state smoke detectors to qualifying low income and senior citizen households. In cooperation with this outreach program, the South Amboy Division of Fire Prevention has distributed two hundred smoke detector kits to local residents with Dems Control Sayreville Council Mary Novak and Scott Kominkiewicz were sworn in to the Sayreville Borough Council on New Year's Day, giving the Democrats an overwhelming 5-1 council majority. Freeholder Alan Haag said that he will maintain his council seat until February, because he would like to help the two newcomers with the adjustment process. James Zagata was elected Council President. Kovacs Elected President The Mechanicsville Ladies Auxiliary of the South Amboy Fire Dept., have selected Beverly Kovacs as President for 1995. Otherofficers selected were: Martha HoltonVice President: Helen Mulvey-Recording Sec: Roxanne Keegan-Treasurer; Linda Brown-Financial S e c : Mary Kate Gerattowski-Sunshine. Trustees are Martha Holton. Helen Mulvey and Mary Megill. the assistance of the South Amboy Division of Aging and the St. Mary's St. Vincent DePaul Society. The South Amboy IrishAmerican Association is looking for convertibles for their Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. If you can help them, please call Don Thomas at 525-9727. New Police Sworn In South Amboy's Corey LaVigne and Bryan Dole, were recently sworn in for the Old Bridge Police Force. Best of luck to two great guys! We know you'll do a fine job! Raritan Bay Medical Center and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Sign Program Affiliation Agreement Raritan Bay Medical Center, Perth Amboy and Old Bridge, and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, recently signed a program affiliation agreement that will provide residents of Central New Jersey with direct access to highly specialized services. The affiliation, announced by Keith H. McLaughlin, president and CEO of Raritan Bay Medical Center, and Harvey A. Holzberg, president and CEO of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, initiates an interactive relationship to enhance patient services, educational programs for health care professionals, regionalized program development and joint managed care efforts. The affiliation reflects the ongoing efforts of both medical centers to anticipate and adapt to upcoming health care reforms and continues the development of the Robert Wood Johnson Healthcare System, a contractual network of hospitals working together to improve patient access to high quality, cost-effective services. Highlightsofthe Affiliation Agreement • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, the core teaching facility for the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Raritan Bay Medical Center, a fully-accredited, acute care, not-for profit health care system comprising the Perth Amboy Division and the Old Bridge Division, are signing a program affiliation agree- ment, effective January 12. This affiliation will develop opportunities for: • Greater access to patient care resources for patients and staff of Raritan Bay Medical Center. Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital will provide preferred scheduling, transfers and referrals for Raritan Bay patients equivalent to the priority given to patients of other hospitals affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. • A larger and more secure referral network for Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. • Raritan Bay Medical Center patients to obtain tertiary care services at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, including but not limited to the Heart Center of New Jersey, pediatric and adult oncology services, Clinical Neurosciences Center, and women's and children services including 31 pediatric sub-specialty programs. • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital patients to gain access to the Marion Tanzman Diabetes Center, inpatient psychiatric services and the Center for Personal Recovery at Raritan Bay Medical Center. • Educational programs for health care professionals. • Regionalized program development, health care products and services • Opportunities to contract jointly with managed care organizations. 2 January 21, 1995 South Amboy-Sayreville Times Talk of the Towns Pleasant Little by Tom Burkard Top Softball Fans Will Be Missed South Amboy's Frank Wahler and Fred McKay, two wonderful human beings, and the city'stop softball rooters for many years, recently passed away, and will be sadly missed by all. Frank entered eternal rest on Dec. 26th, and Fred on Jan. 2nd. Our thoughts and prayers are sincerely extended to their families. WhiteReindeer? Outdoor decorations on homes seemed to be better this year than ever before. It seems that more and more people are decorating their homes each holiday season. From my personal observations, I would say that the 3 most popular trendy decorations for '94 in no particular order were: the vine-type (realistic looking) reindeer, the holiday & Christmas flags, and the white reindeer (shaped from wood.) Jack Was an Ace in '59 Jack Jankowski, a standout baseball performer in 1959 was inadvertently omitted from December's YEARBOOK feature column. The talented outfielder could really hit with power, and in one game against Perth Amboy, he crashed 2 long out of the park home runs, with a wooden bat! California Christmas Well, we didn't get a White Christmas for '94. As a matter of fact, the 55 degrees temperature made it seem more like we were living in California or maybe Florida? And the Answer Is... For all of our Pleasant Little Trivia buffs, we're sorry we kept you hanging, but the answer to last month's question #11 which asked what Hoffman's school newspaper's name was changed to in 1957 is The Shield. MajorMove Former South Amboy resident, Major Patrick Vona of the N.J. State Police has been named Supervisor of Intelligence. Congrats, Pat! TM V i a byTomBurkard 1. St. Mary's High girls Phys. Ed. teacher in'69? a. Helen O"Donnell b. Dana Douty c. Patricia Smith 2. This S. Amboy resident was named United Fund Chairman in '72? a. Wilbur Schmidt b. Les Batchelor c. Edmund Kaboski 3. Commander D.A.V. in 1970? a. Arthur Holmes b. Anthony Green c. Paul Williams 4. In '51, this cocktail bar was located on Rt. #35 in Morgan? a. Flamenco's b. Elmaros c. Sea Breeze 7. Succeeded Msgr. Sullivan as St. Mary's Pastor in 1970? a. Fr. Fulton b. Fr. Cioffi c. Fr. McConnell 8. President of the S. Amboy Senior Citizens in '73? a. John Chlebecki b. Matt Handerhan c. Casper Poetsch 9. Popular bar & grill in Morgan in '49? a. The Bayview b. Sheridan's c. Tootsie's SATURDAY Afternoon Specials SAT. 12-7 p.m. I $1 DOMESTIC DRAFTS $2.95 Super Burger Platter $3.95 Doz. Roasted Clams Bar Pie $2.50 Editor-in-Chief Tom Burkard Feature Writers Poet Laureate Advertising Mgr. Steve Schmid Photographer Jim Gallagher Opinions and comments in primed articles do not necessarily reflect the opinion of The Somh Amboy-Sayrcvillc Times, c. 1991. This newspaper will not be liable for errors appearing in the editorial copy or advertising beyond the cost of space occupied by error. 11. Sacred Heart HS A President in '85? a. Peggy Burdak b. Alice Long c. Elizabeth Tomski B $1 Domestic Drafts All Day Wednesdays Tel. 727-0398 Fax 727-7721 10. St. Mary'sC.Y.O. President in 196869? a. Marie Laurence b. Joe Kelly c. Nick Charmello 12. Sayreville's Board of Ed. President in '63? a. John Stanik b. Anna Orelzick c. Theodore Unkel l l °0I <\P <?£ vz »I SHHMSNV $2 Shots SUPER BOWL PARTY FREE HOT/COLD BUFFET ALL GAME $1 Drafts * $1.75 Bud Light Bottles Shot Specials * Prizes/Raffles THURSDAY LADIES NIGHT $1.00 DomesticDrafts 1/2 Price Drinks FOR ALL THE LADIES SUNDAY $1.00 Domestic Drafts ALL DAY Afternoon Lunch Specials 1-7 PM $2.95 Super Burger Platter $3.95 Doz. Roasted Clams r/. Would like to thank family, friends & relatives for the many gifts, cards,phone calls, prayers and concern during his operation and stay at St. Peter's and recuperation at home. P.O. BOX 3027 • SOUTH AMBOY N J . 08«79 Albert Gomolka Jr. Happy Hour Mon.-Fri. 4-7 P.M. 750 Bud Ice Light Drafts SOUTH AMBOY SAYREVILLE TIMES 6. PulaskiAve.,Sayreville, barber shop in '49? a. Quick Cut b. Jim's c. Bob's (908)727-3988 WEDNESDAY phone number. 5. S. Amboy's City Engineer in '63? a. Mike O'Roarke b. Edward C. Reilly c. Terry Bolea 2 0 0 S. Stevens Ave. South Amboy $1.00 Domestic Drafts ALL DAY P.O. Box 3027 • So. Amboy, NJ 08879 Include prayer, your initials,name & Virginia Stillwagon Teo Weber Ruth Connors Ed Welsh Harlan Krissoff Joanne Olchvary Dugou MONDAY St. Jude Novenas, Prayers to Holy Spirit, Blessed Mother, etc. lowest Rate Around Send Check or M.O. for $7 to: S. Amboy-Sayreville Times #1 HITS ON JANUARY 21 1982: PhysicalOlivia Newton-John 1975: Mandy - Barry Manilow 1967: I'm a Believer - Monkees 1959: Smoke Gets In Your Eyes - Platters Fund Raiser a Success The Board of Trustees of the Sadie Pope Dowdell Library is pleased to announce that on Tuesday, December 20,1994, the first phase of the library's current fund raising drive was completed with the purchase of the 41st letter to be used over the new library's entrance. The letter was purchased by the South Amboy Girl Scout Junior Troop 768. The troop of nine and ten year old girls adopted the library as a community service project and raised the $100 necessary to purchase the letter by going door-to-door and raking leaves.. The letters, as specified in the construction documents, are to be made of aluminum with a baked enamel finish. Each letter will be 14" high. At a ceremony held at the library, at which time library officials were presented with a check for $ 100, the girls were praised for their hard work and civic mindedness for helping in the library. Pre-School Story Program The Children's Department of the Sayreville Public Library is accepting registrations for the upcoming Pre-school Story Program. Minimum age requirement is 3-1/ 2 years. Proof of age is required. Please call 727-0212 for further information. Winter is here. Do you know who your doctor is? CALL US. Jane Tymko, our MediSource™ representative, can quickly help you find a doctor in the specialty you need, close to home. Her computerized information bank also has the names and numbers you need for a variety of health care services and agencies. This winter, be ready. Call u s now. A free service of Raritan Bay Medical Center 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday /MediSource (908) 324-MEDI (6334) (908) 360-4111 South Amboy-Sayreville Times January 21, 1995 3 ** Business Of The Month** Mail Boxes, Etc. "The Post Office Alternative and Business Support Center" As companies continue to spring up in homes all over the area, and as more and more corporate employees are either home-based or perform a grow ing number of work related functions at home, the more individuals are finding a great partner and resource in Mail Boxes Etc., 960 Route 9 South in the Sayreville Shopping Center in South Amboy. Owner, operator Carmen Figueroa, who has owned the MBE Center since June of 1994 was herself a corporate employee in major corporations with over 15 years experience in business support services. One of the key attractions to the MBE family of owners was its strong commitment to providing the best quality service to customers, and their ongoing commitment to research and development to expand the business support services, which Carmen feels distinguishes MBE from the competition. MBE, with over 2,000 centers worldwide, includes Centers in Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, New Zealand, Spain and England, and is the world's largest franchise network of postal and business support services. MBE was recently ranked the number one nonfood franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine. With a 24-hour business center available to members with a key, high quality copy and postal services are available during off hours. During the business day the center supports a vast array of self service or MBE provided support. An authorized shipping outlet, the center provides shipping through all the major shipping companies, six days a week, both sending and receiving domestic and internationally. The Center provides workstations with powerful IBM compatible-widows based computer for rental by the hour; which customers use as mini-offices to perform regular office work, or to utilize the most current business software such as word processing programs, spread- PUB 115 No. Feltus St. • So. Amboy (908) 721-9846 SUPER BOWL PARTY STARTING FRIDAY, JAN. 27TH Carmen Figueroa, owner of Mailboxes Etc. stands near an ultramodern computer. sheets, CD ROM, and powerful database. An IBM typewriter is also provided, and high quality laser printing with 600 DPI is also available. Customers also have complete access to sending and receiving faxes worldwide, with attractive discount packages with prepaid fax cards. The Center provides complete business support products and services. In addition to the mini office workstations, professional quality copies, shipping, fax receiving/sending, the center serves as your corporate or personal address, with a suite number and call-in service for mai 1 and shipments or faxes received. The center also provides printing services, secretarial services, coordinates mailings; notary; paging reconnect and paging equipment purchases; and sells shipping and office supplies and greeting cards - all in a convenient central location right off route nine on the south bound side with ample parking and other local shops. So. if you're looking for a high quality service and access to products to help you compete and succeed, drop by. or call Carmen at 721-3990 weekdays 9:30-6:00 p.m. and Saturdays 9:30-2:00 p.m. to discuss any questions or services. with Justin Tyme Super Bowl Sunday • Free Hot & Cold Buffet Entire Game • 20 oz. Drafts only $1.75 * 10 TVs Every Seat a Gem! • Football Graphics SA PUB KITCHEN NOW OPEN WEEKNIGHTS! So come and enjoy yourself here at the S.A. Pub 10 TVs, comfortable atmosphere, "A Good Times Place1 • LOOK GOOD, FEEL GREAT! Decorative Banners for Valentine's Day & St. Patrick's Day plus a variety of all-occasion banners also poles & holders Irish & Polish Flags in stock 3 x 5, 2 x 3 & Stick Flags •OTHER NATIONAL & STATE FLAGS AVAILABLE • CUSTOM & STOCK FLAGS, INDOOR -OUTDOOR n \ O f T * \ TV" PRINTING PLUS If you are looking for a Fun and Exciting way to stay in shape this year, then it's time you tried our unique Martial Arts Program. As you learn the secrets of Self Defense, you will also learn how to reduce stress and tension for a longer, healthier life. You will boost your energy and stamina as you enjoy the most exciting cardiovascular work out you have ever had. What's more, our program will increase your confidence, self discipline and powers of concentration to give you an edge in life! Martial Arts • • • the Ultimate Workout for the Body & the Mind! Call Now! We print everything but U.S. Currency! Sayreville Martial Arts Academy 109 No. Feltus St. • South Amboy, NJ 08879 2909 Washington Rd. - Parlin, N.J. MmXmMmJ. mXml^l FLAGS • BANNERS (908) t li L" « 721-6100 4 January 21, 1995 South Amboy-Sayreville Times Nap Nap Animal Care By Virginia Stillwagon This is a cry for help. There are so many cats and dogs out there being abandoned and put to sleep because the owners, who, for one reason or another, cannot keep the pet and cannot find someone to harbor the animal until a new home is found. I hear from so many. Some I can take in - others I can't, and that causes me much distress. I know their fate is not good. I find it so hard to believe that I am the only one in this area able to harbor animals. Please let me educate you Just as I was, in this satisfying work. If something happens to me, there is no one to fill my shoes. How sad. Spring is just around the corner, and with it comes the litters of kittens and puppies. Get your animal "fixed." Rest Rest by Al Gomolka Jr. Times Poet Laureate c. 1994 So much to do, so much to do When will I ever find time? My spirit's yearning, my body's yelling Let it all b e . . . Rest! Nap - sure! - When is there time? Every minute of my day is filled And problems with no resolutions appear Mind, body, and emotions . . . Rest! Nap - I'd love to - the best thing to do Refreshed the right answers might come New balance, new strength, a boost I will feel As labor and ladens are lifted Communications and influence awaken with me For every decision I make For every action I take From the wisdom of the NAP . . REST! Update from the First Baptist Church of South Amboy by Ruth Connors Many thanks to our Sister Churches for theirconcerns and prayers for our Church as we traveled through the valley this past year. We feel that prayers have been answered. Pastor Herbert Mitchell from Central Baptist Church in Elizabeth, NJ has joined us as Interim Minister with the aim of becoming our full time Pastor. Until many changes are made, our Sunday School and Worship Service will start at 9:30 a.m. each Sunday. Bible Studies on Wednesday nights and Praise Service the last Sunday of the month are put on hold until we get our schedule together. Have a happy, healthy New Year and please keep on praying for all things. Happy Ads Happy Birthday Phil Rainone, who turned the big 40 on Jan. 4th! Love, Your Sisters, Brothers-in-law, Nieces and Nephews Congratulations Jennifer Pluskota on making the Dean's List! Love, C.J., Fred & Family Congratulations Larry Nagle on your recent promotion to Lieutenant in the Prosecutor's Office! 70's Sheriff's Officer 3 Ladies of the Mechanicsville Ladies Auxiliary are burning a lot of candles this month. Don't set off the smoke detectors! Happy Birthday to Martha, Beverly, Mary Kate! Wishing you blue skies, and may all of your days be filled with sunshine! Get well greetings to So. Amboy's Joe McCarthy, and Sayreville's Anna Dzergoski! Your Friend, Tom & Family Prayers & Get Well Wishes are extended to Father Joseph Banach and Sister Ambrose! Your Sacred Heart Friends. Income Tax Help Animal Rescue Force Looking for a pet? Looking for a home for your pet? Rt. & & Rt. 18 Flea Markets Sat. &Sun. 11 A M - 5 PM Info 257-7559 Pat Hampson, an IRS trained volunteer, will offer income tax counseling to SayreviUe senior citizens and low-income families on Tuesday evenings, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. from January 31 to April 11at the Library, 1050 Washington Road, Parlin. All counseling is by appointment. For further information, or to make an appointment, call the library at 908-727-0212. This is part of the Tax Counseling for the Elderly program of the American Association of Retired Persons. 513 South PineAve. (Formerly South Pine Deli) 721-5990 Open 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Fri. 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday KICK OFF YOUR SUPER BOWL PARTY WITH A 3-FOOT SUB! For As Little As $3.00 A Month You Can Wish Your Family and Friends a Happy Anniversary or Birthday, announce A Birth or Special Event or extend A Thank You. 4 Lines - 1 Month - $3.00 PREPAID ONLY .75 each additional line. Cash payments by mail are unacceptable. USE A PHOTO! For just $10.00 extra, we will publish a photo with your message to that special someone in your life. To place your happy ad, call 727-0398 or write to HAPPY ADS S. AMBOY-SAYREVILLE TIMES P.O. Box 3027, S. Amboy, NJ 08879 How did your carpet hold up for the holidays? Has "Father Time" marched across your floors one year too many? Its a "New Year" and the best time for "New Carpet1 T & J Carpets Announces "THE GREAT HOLIDAY SPECIAL II HAS BEEN HELD OVER AND N O W IT'S EVEN BETTER! (48 Hours Notice) Morgan's Complete Convenience Store 3 Rooms of Carpet $39900 :=y*or $49900: Berber Sculpture Plush Saxony Up to 40 yds. with custom installation and padding included Backed by our very own "GUARANTEE OF EXCELLENCE" * No hidden costs * Specific line of carpeting * Now over 50 color choices 200 S. Stevens Ave South Amboy (908) 727-3988 SUPER BOWL PARTY See the Game on our 11 Large TVs FREE HOT/COLD BUFFET ALL GAME $1 Drafts * $1.75 Bud Light Bottles * Shot Specials * Prizes/Raffles T & J Carpets 149 No. Broadway • So. Amboy, NJ 008)525-0705 MON.-FRI. 9:00 A.M. • 5:30 P.M. SAT. 10:00 A.M. • 3:30 P.M. Sundays & After hours are by appointment South Amboy-Sayreville Times Letters to the Editor Dear Editor: Post Commander Frank Giglio and Auxiliary President Mary Rosinski from the Sayreville Memorial V.F.W. Post 4699 would like to thank the Sayreville Police Department and Detective Ken Kelly for asking all of the following people who volunteered their services for our safety program. Detective Jeffrey Sprague on doing a presentation on drugs and drug abuse; Detective Joe Wolski with the new K-9 dog named Jake on how the police use the K-9 dogs to search for drugs and things; Police Officer Barry Eck on Home Safety; Police Officer William Gottstine on car safety and the use of seat belts; and the Sayreville Fire Department Engine Company #1 who did a presentation on Fire Safety; Fire Inspector Sal Marconi and Jerry Cerulli who showed a film on how fires start and what you can do to protect yourself; Hunter's Safety presentation given by Past Commander Henry Rossi; and a special thank you to Lucy Rossi and Ann Mulvey for taking charge of the refreshments. The public missed an interesting night. Sincerely, Henry Rossi, Safety Chairman, Sayreville Memorial Post 4699 Ruth Raymond, Safety Chairlady, Sayreville Memorial Post 4699 Ladies Auxiliary Dear Editor, The children, parents, and staff of the So. Amboy Head Start would like to say a very special thank you to the following local businesses & organizations that took the time to contribute and support their Head Start children for the holidays: Lions Club, DAV #67, Jacqueline's Florist, Albern's Seafood, Reiner's Hardware, Landmark Tavern, Broadway Coiffures, Milt Shoe Warehouse, Joe's Pizza, Pizza Hut. Also to all the wonderful people who chose to adopt an angel from the trees at their local bank, may you indeed have a Happy New Year for your act of kindness. You brought many a smile to young children's faces and tears of gratitude from their parents. January 2 1 , 1995 5 Save this ad - you'll never know when you will need us!! f Tom s Plumbing & Heating WATER HEATING PROBLEMS? Complete Baseboard Heating Systems Gas Barbecue Grills Installed APPLIANCE INSTALLATION ALL PLUMBING REPAIRS & RENOVATIONS Small Jobs Welcome 7 GAS BOILERS INSTALLED • 7 Day Service • Call 7 2 7 - 7 7 1 9 Anytime Plumbing Lie. #945< Tentative Commodities Schedule for the Dr. Charles W. Hoffman Senior Resource Center for 1995: January 30: 1:00-3:00 p.m.; Jan. 31: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; March 27: 1:00-3:00 p.m.; March 28: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; May 30: 1:00-3:00 p.m.; May 31: 9:00 a.m.3:00 p.m.; July 24: 1:00-3:00 p.m.; July 25: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; September 25: 1:00-3:00 p.m.; September 26:9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.; November 27: 1:00-3:00 p.m.; November 28: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Remember, you must register at the Senior Citizen Center prior to the distribution date. If you are unable to pick up your commodities you may send someone, but they must possess a note of authorization from you. 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Foreign & Domestic Repairs Electronic Fuel Injection Repair Specialist (908)721-5220 WE REPAIR-CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS 401 South Pine Avenue, South Amboy, NJ. For All Your Health Care Needs Peterson Pharmacy "Serving The Community for Over 100 Years" Have your Doctor call in a prescription and we will deliver it FREE in South Amboy - and Sayreville Now accepting Medicare for Medical & Surgical Supplies 721-0137 132 North Broadway South Amboy, NJ 08879 PATRICK J. MULLANE JOSEPH J. MADURA, D.M.D. General Dentistry by Lisa Meyers The new year has brought many exciting events for the students of St. Mary Regional High School. On January 11, 1995, Sr. Alexandra took her fifth period and after-school chorus to see the Newark Symphony. For most of the students, this was their first time at a symphony. The trip turned out to be a beautiful and interesting experience. The Senior Play, "The Odd Couple," was held on January 13, in the Little Theatre. Romeo Lucas and Craig Haberman performed the leading roles of the two totally opposite roommates. Supporting roles were played by Robyn Palomo, John Farley, Lynn Valenty, Jose Gamboa, Kris Kimec and Andy Dyke. Thanks goes to all of the students and Ms. Sue Burns for making the play a success!! The students are diligently preparing for semester mid-terms. These important tests are to be held on January 23-26, on half day sessions. Two exams will be given each day in the order of the schedule of the student. For most students, this proves to be a very stressful time since mid-terms are weighted at 1/3 of the total semester average for each student. One aspect of the exams that everyone is looking forward to is not just getting them over with, but having the day after off from school. SALES REPRESENTATIVE NJAR MILLION DOLLAR SALES CLUB 360 Main St. South Amboy, NJ 08879 Weichert (908) 721-1166 EAST BRUNSWICK OFFICE ROUTE 18 SICKER AVENUE EAST BRUNSWICK, N.J. 08816 OFF: (908) 254-1700 EVES: (908) 727-6562 The National Honor Society of Hoffman High School has been working hard on two of its annual programs to help the community. The first was a breakfast for senior citizens, which was held on Friday, December 16,1994. Every year for this event, the Honor Society asks local stores for assistance in providing breakfast for the senior citizens at McCarthy Towers in South Amboy. The second was the annual Christmas Party for needy children, co-sponsored by St. Vincent De Paul, which was held'on Saturday, December 17,1994. On this day, children have a picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus and receive a gift. Refreshments such as candy, home baked cookies, cupcakes, and brownies, juice and milk were served. Many of the gifts which the children received were donated by toy drives held in South Amboy public and St. Mary's school systems. Both of these programs proved to be as successful as they were in the past, and a good time was had by the members of the National Society as well as all others involved. The members of the National Honor Society feel very satisfied and proud to have been able to help people during this holiday season. Hoffman Hi-Lites byEdWelsh Happy New Year to all. The cast for the spring production of "Gypsy" was announced by Mrs. Lyn Davis on December 1st. The three lead roles will be played by Kristin Pasquale, Melissa Paul, and Michael Quirk. Other high school cast members include: David Bouchard, Phil Burgos, Cheryl Christensen, Jackie Cottrell,Rachael Drake, Jessica English, Mike Flaherty, Ed Kern, Jonas Knapik, Eileen Krutul, Kevin Manion, Cheryl Namowicz, Alissa Newcomb, Margaret Rynkowski, Teddy Schmidt, Adrienne Walczak, Stephanie Ziemba and Mr. Tony Gonsalves. This production will also include students from both the elementary and middle schools. "Gypsy" is scheduled to run for two weekends at the end of March. Watch for ticket information in February. The annual school spirit week was held the week of December 19, 1994. The novelty days were: Monday: funky accessories day; Tuesday: flash back day; Wednesday: toga day; Thursday: teacher imitation day; and Friday: purple and gold day. The activities concluded during the school Olympics on Friday, December 23. This year's winners are the seniors with the juniors in second, sophomores in third and freshmen in fourth place. South Amboy-Sayreville Times Yearbook - St. Mary's 1970 It was only three months since St. Man \ captured their miracle baseball title. 2 months since the U.S. put our first man on the moon, and only several weeks since the world was rocked by the original Woodstock. Sept. 1969 marked the beginning of school for the St. Mary's Class of 1970. As the seniors cruised South Amboy passing Frank's. The Jug. and The Rec. they most likely blasted their radios to the # 1 tune that autumn morning. "Honky Tonk Women ' by The Rolling Stones. President Nixon pulled the first troops out of Viet Nam, but the war raged on. At the Augusta St. institution. Sister M. Madeline was Principal, and Sister M. Dominic was the Vice-Principal... Arthur Franck became the school's new Bookkeeper, and Mary Lou Dunn a new Secretary. Claire Cannon was the other Secretary • Teachers not to be forgotten were: Sr. M. Charlotte, Fr. Fulton, Mark Koch, Joseph Bulman, Hulda Pothoff, Burton Robbins, Alex Kous, Thomas Rooney . . . Who could forget the Bayhead Communications Workshop, where student council and administration held an honest discussion and communication. It was a first at SM... William Werner was Student Council President, Sharon Kurtz V.P., Vita Carulli Sec.-Treas... . Father McConnell became the new Parish Administrator . . . Fun-filled activities such as the Sock Hop, Vocation Day, the retreat at Mt. Manresa, the senior lounge, senior privileges, the special dances, all will be remembered. Stephen Jannos & Mark Ostrowski were co-Editors of the yearbook... Michael Kulik was Editor-in-Chief of the "Crown" . . . Eileen Fitzmorris was Glee Club President . . . At Christmas break, "Leaving On a Jet Plane" was the top hit on 77 radio, and the Festival of Carols was a huge success under Sister Margaret. "Do You Hear What I Hear?" was the event's final song .. .The Senior Class Trip to Hunter Mountain in the Catskills was a blast, as the soon-to-be grads frolicked on skis and in snowmobiles . . . "Camelot" was the school play, and the leads were played by Richard Tortorigi and Clare Zebro . . . "Senioritis" and Spring Fever hit SMHS. The Senior Retreat was a big break for the students . . . The Senior- Junior Prom was held at Kings-Grant Inn. the couples were bused to and from the event, and a tine time was had by all . . . The Class of "70 had some really creative nicknames, such as: Nutzy, Rox, BoBo. Bone. Buck. Hot Stuff. Smoke. Rico, Din. The Lip. Bwana. Ozark, Stick. Bug. Moose, Sikey. Thog, Sonny. Chip, Lebo, Rope, Slick. Star. Spike, Bud. Measles. Wump. . . In sports, the boys basketball team had another outstanding year, finishing 20-6 under rookie coach. Sandy Fishman. Nick Charmello, all-around star athlete and George Krzyzanowski were co-captains. The girls basketball club, captained by Beth Newcomb finished at 5-7. The baseball 9 had a tough year under rookie mentor Gary Temyila. finishing 6-14. Other senior sports standouts were: John Ammon, James Buckler, Robert Duffy, Thomas Grabert, Paul Gulick. Mark Jendrzejewski. Joseph Kelly, Thaddeus Krzyzanowski, Sharon Lee, Bernard Mackiel, Melanie Newcomb, Glenn Sieber, Douglas Sprague (Police Officer), Deborah Surman, Joseph Wallis (Construction Official), Daniel Weinman (residing in Texas, and still plays baseball), Cynthia Walczak.. .Cheerleaders co-captains were Carol Kirl & Kathy Fee . . . 1970 was marred by the deaths of young & talented rockers, Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin. The Beatles also split. Postage stamps were only .06 cents, a gallon of gas was .36 cents and the minimum wage was $ 1.60 per hr.! "Patton" received an Academy Award for best movie, and George C. Scott was best actor . . . I personally had the privilege of knowing a tremendous number of the people in the Class of '70, and I can honestly tell you that they were a highly spirited group of youngsters, who wanted nothing more, in life than to succeed, and be friends with almost everyone. They were a supergroup, and many of them were my close friends, whom I will never forget. I can't name all of the class, but I'll pick out some that I have known throughout my life. Some of the Class of 197CFs super seniors were: Maryanne Baranowski, Beverly Barretta, Kathleen Beyer, Jim Bonis, Antointette Brylinski, Carol Burke, Mike Burns (Law Enforcement), John Cross (great friend, now in Calif.), Mike DeLucia (Code En- By Tom Burkard Thank You forcement Officer), Michael Derisi (Mr. D.'s co-owner). Tom Donnelly (another great friend), Ray Downs, Veronica Durnye. Ann Durski, Michael Felice, Leonard Fierro. Denise Filik, Kathleen Fitzgerald, Edward Flannery, Sandra Franconero, Anthony Giunta (remember the band we tried to put together?) Barry Gomolka (Actor. Model in New York City), Mary Sue Gosford, Vice Gosford. Mary Theresa Hayden. William Henry. Brian Holton, Michael Jakubczak. Catherine Keays (great voice!), Barbara Kowaleski, Carline Kurtz. Beverly Lapchuck, Maripat Lauritsen, Theresa Lave. Linda Leonard (teacher). Judith Lewandowski. Patrick McCarthy. Susan McCormack. Sharon McKeon. Francis McLauglin. Maureen McMahon, Robert McQuade. Mary Ann Majkowski. Francis Mancini. Margaret Marcano. Gary Mauro. Paul Mauro. Kevin Meszaros, Joanne Michalsky. Linda Moore, George Morgan (feature writer for national tabloid), James Nebus. Shirley Nigro, Jean Norek. Edmund Nycz, Anne O'Brien (my best wishes, always!), Patricia O'Brien, Michael O'Connor, Anthony Ostrowski, Eugene O'Toole (Priest), Diane Passafiume, James Pearson, Gerard Pizzillo (Police Sgt.), Gilbert Pritchard (St. Mary's Athletic Director), Beverly Randall, Kenneth Rogers, Michael Roman (Probation Officer in New York City), Thomas Ropelewski. Linda Seaman, Sandra Skopaz, Gerald Smith. Stephen Stanley (tried to put a rock band together), Carol Stephanick (doctor), Nancy Starzynski. Colleen Stramback, Elizabeth Therkelsen (nurse), Maguerite Tricario, Adolph Truchan, Lorraine Vanni, Bernadette Vona. As you can see, I really knew a lot of the '70 gang, and always held them dear to my heart. They were a great bunch of people, and still are. I wish the entire class of 1970 a great New Year, and have no doubt your big 25th year reunion will be out of this world! 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Thefamily of Timothy Moglia would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the members of the Mechanicsville Hose Co. for their hard work that went into the benefit held at the Landmark Tavern on Dee. 3,1994. Special thanks to Bob Heiser, Camille Tooker, and the entire staff of the Landmark. We greatly appreciated all the generous donations from local businesses and all the kindness of everyone that attended the benefit. Marlene, Bob, and Lisa Moglia (908)721-9171 The Spinal Column Snow Shoveling is Serious Stuff Your body was made for use, not abuse. Whether you are in the best physical condition or not, a sudden jerk or impact, a fall where you tighten up and don't "go down" loose, or an unexpected blow or more, may all be causes for health related injuries. Shoveling heavy snow requires as much energy as running 9 MPH say exercise experts. Shoveling snow, breathing cold air and being exposed to the cold all make the heart work harder. This is not necessarily a problem for healthy people, but it can be dangerous for people who are at risk for heart attack. If you are over 45, are sedentary, smoke, have elevated blood pressure, are overweight and/or have a heart problem, seriously consider getting someone else to do the shoveling. This is not the exercise to use to start getting in shape! Safe Shoveling! Take a few minutes and do some stretching exercises for the lower back and legs before going outside to shovel! Be sure to dress in layered clothing so you can peel off clothing if you become too warm. Overheating puts extra strain on your heart! Pace yourself and take frequentrest breaks. Bend January 21, 1995 7 WAIVING! 9 DANGER SIGNALS For more information call (908) 238-8282 ; 8 January 2 1 , 1995 South Amboy-Sayreville Times BUSINESS DIRECTORY A-l SERVICE 1830 Highway #35 So. Amboy 727-0321 ALBERN'S SEAFOOD 109 No. Broadway So. 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Pine Ave. Parlin Morgan 525-5586 721-5990 JACQUELINE'S FLORIST &GIFTS SAPUB 100 So. Broadway So. Amboy 346 Bordentown Ave. So. Amboy 727-5511 115 No. FeltusSt. South Amboy 721-9846 So. Amboy Parlin 525-9262 721-6100 TIMES Monthly Giveaway Contest Next drawing Tuesday, February 7th at Peterson Pharmacy 132 N. Broadway, South Amboy at 10:30 PRIZES • Oak Tree Ceramics - Free Palette & Brush Kit plus a free Greenware Item valued up to $5-. • South Amboy-Sayreville Times -"It Ain't Over" Book by Yogi Berra $5 value, "Throwing Heat" Book by Nolan Ryan $5 Value, Greatest Teams - 1991 Baseball Collectors Calendar $6 value. • Wedding World - $15 Gift Certificate or Free Wishing Well Umbrella Rental - Value $15. WHERE & HOW TO ENTER • Most of the businesses listed in our Directory will have a WHITE BOX that says S. Amboy-Sayreville Times on it, and also some contest ENTRY BLANKS. JUST FILL OUT and deposit in the Box. Usually the Box & Blanks are on the counter. • NO PURCHASE NECESSARY! Anyone, except Times staff or their families can enter. (1 entry per visit - per business) Slop in one or all of the businesses & say HELLO! • Person can win only ONE prize per month. ••MONTHLY BUSINESS DRAWING - If your business advertises in our monthly business directory, you are automatically entered in our drawing for a FREE AD. • Note: Business drawing winner of free ad must purchase their regular size ad from previous issue. FREE ADVERTISING It pays to advertise! Especially in these hard economic times. Business directory advertisers have 3 chances to win valuable advertising space. For the minimal priced ad, your business could win (1) quarter page ad, or possibly win (1) of 2 one-eighth page ads. Odds are great and its easy to win. Many business have won twice already! South Amboy-Sayreville Times January 21, 1995 Railroad Comes to Town, Again by Joann Olchvary America has always enjoyed an intense love-hate relationship with the railroad. It seems like only yesterday that the railroad was coming to the town of Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman. What an uproar it created! Why, the very thought of disrupting the pristine life of the small town, was unsettling. People's homesteads would be literally cut in two; valuable farmland wasted forever- not to mention the likes of those people who would be passing through this wholesome community. On the flip side, there loomed the prospect of new jobs, an affluence much needed in the rural farming area, plagued by bad weather. Additionally, the town and its inhabitants would gain easy access to other parts of the country, providing the optimum markets for their goods, as well as the ability to attain all those luxuries the rural folk had routinely sacrificed for the privilege of making a new start in this promising new land. But like all good things, all progress comes with a price tag. and just what price is one willing to pay? After much social unrest, the railroad question was put to a vote in the town of the good doctor, and Dr. Quinn voted yes! Yes to better access to new medicines; yes to the new jobs for the townspeople; yes to the new markets; and yes, to that fashionable new dress from the once, seemingly far away. city. Indeed the entire country eventually said yes to the railroad, whose first locomotive invaded this country from England in 1829. Some forty years later, in 1869, the Union Pacific and the Central Pacific rail lines met in Utah, joining the United States from coast to coast by rail. The country would never be the same, as the railroad shrunk both time and distance for Americans. The awe of witnessing this great new land in a 12 to 14 day trip certainly rivaled the excitement of today's space travel. Beyond the cities stretched the endless prairies, the snow-topped mountains, the vividcolored canyons, the valleys of wild flowers, the wild horses, the antelope, the buffalo, and even an occasional real, live, Indian. This was some country! The original apprehension, dislike, and inconvenience of the railroad dissipated. Not only wasn't this railroad thing so bad after all, it blossomed into a symbol of American ingenuity, and of course, progress. By the 1880's the railroad was the largest industry in the country, employing more people than any other. B ut of course even then there grew a dark side to the railroad saga. The railroads realized their significance to the rural communities, as well as to the urban ones. Soon rail rates were raised, and since no other transportation medium existed, the population was at the mercy of the industry. As early as 1867, people viewed the railroad as a public utility, even though it was privately owned and managed. Thus, it was generally felt that people had a right to regulate it. Thus a sufficient number of state legislators were elected to pass legislation in 14 states to establish state railroad commissions. People had gained some control over the mighty railroad at last. But the influence of the railroad has not ceased since those bygone years of the 1800's. Indeed while the glory days of the railroad might have dwindled some, the railroad still lingers on as a prominent part of Americana. Our language is embedded with numerous railroad expressions. How often do we find ourselves off the beaten track, attempting to get back on the right track, or any track for that matter. Instead we are often off the track, sidetracked, back-tracking, being tracked down, or tracking someone, or something down. We go to the race track, and even the Olympics have track events. At times we get al 1 steamed up, or so steaming mad, that we just have to blow off some steam. We detest being railroaded into, or out of, something. Nevertheless, we always seem to be training for something, other than that which we originally trained for, by a trainer, who is training other trainees. Like our language our literature and music has glorified and immortalized the railroad. What great western movie didn't have a train robbery? And how about the infamous journeys on the Orient Express? We've all heard about the Chattanooga Choo-Choo, and the Atchison, Topeka, ami the Same Fe. Who doesn't know the words to I've Been Workin' Onthe Railroad.... the story ofCasey Jones, or the saga of John Henry. We've all jumped upon that Soul Train, and know that she'll be Leaving on that Midnight Train to Georgia. Likewise, we'll Take the Last Train to Clarksville, and never forget that Runaway Train, of MTV fame, while we all stop at PettiCoat Junction, and tune in to Thomas, the Toot Engine. And let us not underestimate the power of the infamous Lionel that adorns our living room, each holiday season. It seems ironic that the very railroad we hold so dear, can be the cause of such strain in our town. Yet, historically, the railroad has always surfaced as a source of social unrest. Indeed the plight of dear Dr. Quinn's community parallels our own. Just as the railroad jeopardized life as they knew it, the railroad today poses a similar threat to us. The noise, the inconvenience, the safety, the falling property values, the quality of life we have grown accustomed to, rests in the hands of the railroad. Yes, many will argue that the railroad was here long before the houses, and most of the people. Yes, perhaps it seems naive to believe that those tracks would lie dormant forever. Perhaps, it appears even more naive to believe that Sayreville and South Amboy could forever retain their small-town ambiance, so rare in today's ever-expanding global village. Yet, just like the townspeople of Dr. Quinn's, here in this little niche of the world we call home, hope springs eternal. We hope that the future will be a good one. We get upset by things that threaten to disrupt those hopes and like our forefathers, we are prepared to take a stand against such things. To some it might seem naive, but to others it exemplifies the American Way. And when it concerns the railroad, we have a tradition to follow, a tradition marked by our love-hate relationship, founded in the 1800's and persisting today. Let's do what is best for our community, not just for the present, but for the future as well. Let's just stay on the right track, and not get too steamed up about this, because like it or not, it seems the railroad is coming to town, again! 3276 Washington Rd. • Parlin, N.J. 08859 (908) 525-5586 A Spezzi Family Tradition for Four Generations Serving the Community for over 30 years! With Your Hosts, Donna & Michael Mauro GIANNAfS RESTAURANT welcomes our new Chef Orion Starting Feb. 10th We will be open for LUNCH New All You Can Eat Special $299 LUNCH $ 99 3 DINNER Includes PIZZA, PASTA, SALAD & DESSERT Super Bowl Sunday FREE BUFFET FEBRUARY 10,11,12 & 14 $ 2 FOR 20 ENTREES All you can Eat Special $3.99 • KARAOKE - Every Wed., Fri., Sat., & Sun. Weekly Contests & Prizes • DJ. Dancing - Thursdays • Open Mike Jam - Tuesdays - All Singers & Musicians welcome to jam with Rich Richards South Amboy Elementary School's A.M. Kindergarten Class held a Christmas Play, which was a "sold out" performance. 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NJ 08879 L Reiner's Hardware Inc. by Teo "Weebles" Weber Fresh Water Right now it is slow with cold weather forming ice on all inland lakes. Anticipate good ice fishing anywhere there is safe ice. Farrington Lake looks like a good bet for Pike with Shiner baited tip ups. The Delaware River is high right now. In my previous column I tried for Walleye at Montague, Walpack Bend. Lambertville, Bulls Island. and the Met Ed Power Plant Columbia discharge, and got only 2 Smallmouths. When the water level lowers anticipate Walleye being caught at these areas. Holdover Trout are still a possibility. Salt Water A real good run of large Mackeral in the Mud Hole & Monster Ledge areas highlight otherwise only fair fishing conditions. A pick of Ling & Large Blackfish with an occasional Cod is the norm right now. Even Offshore Wrecks fishing is not that much better with only a lew more Cod & Ling. Flounder fishing slowed up a bit - a try by me and another companion in early Dec. in the bay resulted in only 1 Sun Dial. Some Herring are showing inshore and in coastal rivers and one might try off the docks in Belmar for them. Surf Striped Bass fishing is slow, and I checked S. Amboy Beach before the cold came in a few times, and not much was being caught. The catches were mostly shorts. Sports Cards, Comics Show March 18 The Sacred Heart Rec Club is holding a Sport Card, Comics & Memorabilia Show on March 18th, Saturday, from 9 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Sacred Heart Annex (opposite church), 531 Washington Ave., South Amboy. Admission is $1. For further information and vendor reservations, contact Wayne Castello 525-1852. Softball SignUps South Amboy Girls Softball Association will be holding their final two registrations to play softball during the upcoming 1995 season. The two dates are Friday, January 13, 1995 and February 3, 1995 from 6:00 p.m. till 10:00 p.m. at the Dr. Charles W. Hoffman Senior Resource Center, 108 So. Stevens Avenue. Birth certificates are requested for new registrants ONLY. You are eligible to play softball if you reach the age of seven by November 1, 1995. Cost of registration is $20 for one child and $30 per family. The South Amboy Girls Softball Association is also in need of managers for the Midget Division, anyone interested in becoming a manager may contact the association on the registration dates listed above. 104 NORTH BROADWAY SOUTH AMBOY r7V »!••?.« J8t!UU<S- ^ . j MilltorContracting WE SPECIALIZE IN PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE WITH PERSONAL CARE! * SIDING * BASEMENTS * ROOFING * DORMERS * WINDOWS * DECKS * EXTENSIONS * ADDITIONS * REMODELING * CUSTOM ALTERATIONS & MORE! Free Estimates — Licensed - Fully Insured Over 18 years experience!! 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Try three column candles surrounded by loose flowers or a shallow bowl with a column candle in the center and surrounded by fruit for a colorful centerpiece. For more candle tips and facts, write the National Candle Association, 1200 G Street, N.W., Ste. 760, Washington, D.C. 20005. South Amboy-Sayreville Times January 21, 1995 11 7 Cecelia St. • Sayreville Home of Camelot Caterers Having a Super Bowl Party? Let Camelot Catering Handle All of Your Party Needs. * Pick-Up Trays Available * 3-Foot Subs & Much More ! Recently Brownie Troop 1776 received their Safety Badge in recognition of the successful completion of the Child Care and Home Evacuation Course instructed by South Amboy Division of Fire Prevention, Fire Official Edward J. Szatkowski Pictured above (I to r) back row: Keryn Rosenberger, Alyssa Cabahug, Alison Lampart, Kristi Kulscar; front row: Susan Dula, Lindsey Haug, Christina Morse; (middle), Brittany Usa, Colleen Cyriax, Kailey Hess. Missing from picture: Vicki Walczak, Jessica Polak. For Details Call 2 5 7 - 4 3 7 3 Students of the Month South Amboy Elementary School These students have been selected for achievement attained by consistent effort forthe month of December, 1994: Mrs. DeHart: David Ciszewski. Mrs. Stroz: Nicholas Klein. Brianna Septor. Mrs. Tighe, Daniel Bixby, Katey Charmello. Mrs. Butieb: Brittany Kolln, Katie Soto. Mrs. Bernosky: Edward Campbell, Crystal Flagg. Mrs. Johnson: Eric Barchowski. Mrs. Ravaioli: Joey Bloodgood. Mrs. Durski: Molly Switzer. Mrs. Tobin: Billy Pollack. Miss Heinze: Jimmy Disbrow. Miss Fitzgerald: Sarah Bublinec. Mrs. Lund: Matthew Sweatt. Mrs. Cannella: Jessica Nadalin. Mrs. Kennedy: Craig Schwarz. Mrs. Owens: James O'Connor. Mrs. LaVigne: Jilyne Laratta. Mrs. Zach: Brittanian Kotula. Ms. Skata: Melissa MacDonald. Miss Hess: Amy Haug. Mrs. Sibol: Amanda Lagriola. Mrs. Koy: Timothy Canosa. Mrs. Shafer: Rita Marino. Mrs. Meisner: Mandie Kotula; Miss Parillo: Marion Marino. 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South Amboy-Sayreville Times January 21, 1995 13 Still Missing There are still quite afew South AmboySayreville Times Sports Hall of Famers, mostly Sayreville. who have not been notified, because we haven't been able to locate them or their nearest relatives. If anyone knows any people listed below, please notify them or their families to pick up their Collectors Hall of Fame program, and Elite Membership Card which offers the Hall of Famers and their families some great discounts and specials at participating Hall of Fame Supporterbusinesses, which are listed in the Program. *A limited number of Programs are still available to non-Hall of Famers for only $2 each. **A11 Programs and Membership Cards may be picked up at Amboy Ports of Call, 117 S. Pine Ave., South Amboy, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Mon-Fri. Proper identification is required. The following are still missing. Do you know any? A: Vince Abbatiello Sr., Cindy Allman, Jeff Americo, Matt Anderson, Tina Andrejewski, Don Armetta. B: Rudy Balaskiewicz, Carl Baranowski, Jenine Barella, Carl Bauman, Bob Beers, Audrey Behrens, Melanie Benintende, John Benner, Chris Bloch, Jim Bogaczyk, Stan Bonczek, George Bongiorno, Renie Borup. Mike Bouchard, Phil Bouchard, Jamaal Bowman, Laura Braine, Tim Brand, Katie Briody, Janet Browning. C: Mike Cannon, Tom Cannon, Lou Carcich, Reggie Carney Sr., Reggie Carney Jr., Tony Castronova, Mike Clark, Bill Clayton, D.J. Cleary. RichardClune, Denise Colella. Tim Coman, Joe Conroy Sr.. Dave Coyle, Sharon Coyle. D: Bill D'Amico, Joe Deerin. Steve DeLeo, Bob Devlin, Pat Dineen, Jim Dobrzynski, Al Draeger, Ken Drawl, Ed Dusko. E: Jim English, Charles Eppinger, George Evanego, Bob Evanovich. F: Eileen Fallon, Maureen Fallon, Ed Fitzgerald, Manny Formoso, Ed Fraas, Dan Fuller G: Sean Gallagher, Diane Garbowski, Jamie Garbowski, Kerry Garbowski, Leigh Garbowski, Gary George, Jim Gilbert, Keith Givand, Rich Gluchowski, Jessica Gondek, Ed Gorchinski, Johnny Grimes, John Gutkowski, Ted Gutkowski. H: "Buddy" Haines, Barbara Hansel, George Harkins, Lisa Harrigan, Ralph Howardson. Bob Howarth. I: Laurie Ippolito J: Joe Jankowski, Paul Janocha, Joe Januszewski, Ed Jastrebski. K: John Karlowitz, George Keenan, Bob Keister, Lynn Kilcooley, Jim Kirk, James Knox, Charlie Kolakowski. Richard Kornacki, John Kotarski, Jack Kreiger, Ron Kuran, Gail Kupcha. L: Lou Lagoda, Tom Lasko Jr., Daniel le Leitner, Rich Lerche, Brian Letts, Caryn Lukie, Tom Luther, Kevin Lynch, Greg Lyon. 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Jan. 20 • X-Dreams Fri., Feb. 3 - Music Box Sat, Jan. 21 - Take Five Sat, Feb. 4 - Just Us (Direct from Atantic City) Fri., Jan. 27 - Take Five Sat, Feb. 11 • Platinum & Gold Sat, Jan 28 • Bill Turner & Blue Smoke's 23rd Anniversary Party EVERY SUNDAY THURSDAYS Karaoke Night with Francis T. Bill Turner & Blue Smoke Weekly prizes $100 Cash Prize for Finals Winner Free Admission. Starts 9:30 Country & Oldies Ladies Night - Free Admission. 9.30 p.m. Start Connie's Annual Super Bowl Party Glory Days in Local Sports by Tom Burkard 1928: St. Mary's hoopsters trounced Rutgers Prep, 27-13. John Zdanewicz led the way with 9 points. Johnny Grimes hit for 8, and Jankowski 6 . . . 1935: South Amboy High annihilated Jamesburg, 49-25 in basketball. Frank Morgan's 17 points topped Coach Kurtz's club. Pete Pavich chipped in with 11, and Grembowicz 10 .. . 1942: Hoffman's basketeers slipped by Metuchen, 31-28, as Walt Rogers pumped in 19 points, as his season total increased to 264 points in 18 games, one of the top figures in the county... 1953: Leo Scully's clutch one-hander with 4 seconds left gave St. Mary's a thrilling 56-54 victory over St. James of Red Bank. The big scorers were Dick Hanson with 13, Adam Lovely 12, Scully 11, and J. Tabasko 10 . . . 1964: Sayreville's baseball squad trounced St. Mary's 7-1, behind Costy Pawlowski's 8hitter, 10 strikeout shutout. Paul Slovik drilled 2 hits and drove in 3 . . . 1974: Don Walczak's 20 hits, and .435 avg. paced the Budweiser A.C., So. Amboy Slow Pitch team . . . 1985: Tom Lasko fired a beautiful 1 -hit shutout and fanned 13, as the Bombers stopped Colonia, 3-0. Kevin Hourahan stroked two, 2-run scoring singles... 1987: David Nash turned in a 17:38, St. Mary's fastest time of the year for Coach Ed Twomey's Eagles Cross Country contingent. They finished 7-6 on the year.. .1990: Hoffman legend, Gary Kuhn captured the county basketball scoring title with a 26.9 avg... T.H.E. GAME by Tom Burkard Year: 1941 Sport: Baseball Teams: Sayreville vs. Hoffman Recap: Nick DeBiase, who in 1940 starred for Hoffman, before transferring to Sayreville, hurled a brilliant O-hitter and struck out 11 against his former teammates, as the Bombers romped, 7-1. Tom Wisniewski lit up the Scoreboard in the 1st inning with a long 2-run triple, scoring Lou Blaszka and DeBiase who both singled. DeBiase who was an all-around standout finished 4 for 4 with 2 ribbies. PLAYER OF THE GAME: Nick DeBiase, who totally dominated his old team, both on the mound and at bat. His 11 K's, O-hitter, and his perfect 4 for 4 and 2 rbi's, was a performance most would call a career game. Sunday, January 29th Party Starts at 4 P.M. on our Big Screen TV & Television Monitors Best Big Screen Picture in Town! Complimentary Hot & Cold Buffet Throughout the Game plus • Giveaways • Drink Specials t t z/uacen M BEAT THE RUSH PLACE YOUR ORDER EARLY * ueline a <3 FLORIST & GIFTS 0^ 4 CARDS • GIFTS • FRUIT BASKETS • PLANTS • SILKS 346 Bordentown Avenue South Amboy, New Jersey 08879 A 727-5511 OPEN 7 DAYS «* « 14 January 21,1995 South Amboy-Sayreville Times SCHOOL SPORTS Sayreville Girls Trounce St. Mary's, Hoffman Coach Lisa Smith's hustling Sayreville girls squad trounced St. Mary's, 53-27 in the opening round of the St. Mary's Tournament. The Lady Bombers received standout performances from Brianne Vasquez 17 points, Stephanie Allocco 16 points, 10 rebounds. 6 assists, and 5 steals, and Tara Bouchard 10 points. The Washington Road Brigade marched on to hammer the Hoffman five, 43-16 to take the championship. Beth Al well and Vasquez paved the way with 10 points, each, as Sayreville won their 4th straight, improving to 4-1. The loss was Hoffman's first in 4 outings. Christie Beats Tech for Saints Trailing 48-47 with no time left on the Scoreboard, Jim Christiecalmly sank 2clutch free throws to give St. Mary's a big 49-48 triumph over East Brunswick Tech. The Eagles paced by Mark Giacona with 14 points, and Ben Zmigrodski 11, improved their record to 3-3. increased the lead to 43-33 after 3 periods, but Coach George Krzyzanowski's Guvs fought back to within one point, but time ran out. Jim Christie and Brian De Young were big guns for the Augusta St. hoopsters scoring 17 and 15 points respectively. Gary Colfer tickled the twines for 12, and Joe Salkiewicz 11 for Hoffman High. Bombers Win First Sayreville boys basketball team snapped a 6-game losing streak, winning their first game of the season, 52-40 over Edison. Rob Markovitch and Bilal King pumped in 19 and 18 respectively. Eagles Nip Guvs St. Mary's Boys edged past Hoffman for the second time this season, 60-57, behind Mark Giacona's 22 points. The Eagles held a 34-18 lead at the half, and 50-39 after three. The Purple & Gold's rally was once again snuffed out by the stubborn Eagles. Jim Christie chipped in with 15 for the Saints. Mark Finnegan and Mike Russo tossed in 15 apiece for the Guvs, and Charles Honimar had 12. Kemble's 3-Point Play Tops Hoffman Eagles Nip Hoffman in Classic The St. Mary's Eagles held off a valiant 4th quarter rally, to squeak by crosstown rivals, Hoffman, 48-47, in the consolation game of the Charger Classic at Spotswood. Coach Mark Bratus' Saints led throughout most of the tussle, and took a 29-25 lead to the lockers at the half. The Blue & Gold Shannon Kemble rebounded a missed shot, scored, and hit a foul shot with 42 seconds left to give St. Mary's girls a nervewracking 46-43 victory over arch rivals Hoffman. Robin Palomo paced the Augusta St. gang with 18 points. Kristy Parfianowicz topped the John St. brigade with 16 markers. Landmark Tavern & Cafe 117 N. Broadway • South Amboy by Tom Burkard Sports Notebook Congratulations to the following Sayreville athletes who were selected to 1st teams in The News Tribune and Star Ledger: FOOTBALL: Mike Foye, Pat Walsh. Jason O'Neill; FIELD HOCKEY: Lauren Eberhardt, Mary Huguenin . . . 2 South Amboy basketeers, sophomores, Mike Kuziemski and Jeff Ust are showing plenty of talent for the Bishop Ahr varsity . . . Congratulations to one of the state's alltime greatest girls basketball coaches, Reggie Carney who recently chalked up his 400th coaching win. He has turned in an outstanding performance at East Brunswick, where his teams have compiled a 104-17 record in 5 years thus far, and in 12 years at Hoffman, the Lady Guvs were 296-37. Overall the Carney mark is 40054, .881 winning percentage most likely the best ever in N.J. Great job, Reggie!.. . South Amboy's Gary Kuhn is once again starring for Westbrook College in Maine. He's scored 157 points for an 11.2 avg., including 32, 3-pointers and a 38% accuracy from way out. He pumped in an unbelievable 7 trays in a game against St. Joseph's Maine. He also leads the club in steals with 42, a 2.5 avg... High School Hoops Leaders - Boys Points: Jim Christie - SM 107, Rob Markovitch - Sayr. 100, Ben Zmigrodski SM 93, Mark Giacona - SM 91, Mike Russo - Hof. 78. St. Mary's Mark Giacona goes in for an easy deuce against East Brunswick Tech. AVG.: Markovitch 14.3, Christie 11.9, Bilal King - Sayr. 10.8, Zmigrodski 10.3, Giacona 10.1 School Records (As of Jan. 10) Boys Basketball: St. Mary's 5-4, Sayreville 1-7, Hoffman 0-8. Girls Basketball: Sayreville 6-2, St. Mary's 6-4, Hoffman 4-3. High School Wrestling Records: Sayreville 3-3, St. Mary's 2-3. Top Wrestlers: Sayreville - Pat Walsh 9-1, Jason Porcaro 6-3, St. Mary's - Mike Freeman 9-2. 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Win a Landmark Embroidered Sweatshirt!! No sports ability needed to enter!! Winner judged by the "Roar of the Crowd." so bring your friends!! Last year's contest met everyone's expectations and more!! FREE Outrageous Hot and Cold Buffet During the ENTIRE GAME!! Not just at Halftone!! INCLUDES: Replace Plugs, Check Dist. Cap & Rotor, Clean Carburetor or Fuel Injection and Set Timing. FREE Raffles and Prizes Every 10 minutes during the game!! PLUS Half Price U-Pik-Em Shooters (Sauza, Capt. Morgan, or Goldschlager) every time a team scores!! SO, Touchdown at the Landmark for the BEST Superbowl Bash in Town! STATE INSPECTION South Amboy-Sayreville Times Sayreville's All Time Greatest Basketball Teams Challenge The Sayreville High School All-Time Greatest Boys Basketball Team Challenge will take place on computer laterthis month. This simulated tournament is expected to be filled with excitement and surprises. The results will be published in February's Times, and rosters & schedules for St. Mary's, and also Hoffman's Boys teams will be listed. Sayreville Schedule 1st Round Games 1951-52vs. 1973-74; 1949-50vs. 195960; 1956-67 vs. 1952-53; 1979-80 vs. 196465; 1953-54 vs. 1947-48; 1960-61 vs. 195758; 1950-51 vs. 1972-73; 1948-49vs. 195859. Rosters 1947-48 (15-6, .714) Coach: Milenko; Starters: F. Mytnick, G. Keenan, Swideski, D. Connors, Jastrebski. Res.: Brys, Semasko, B. Zaleski, P. McCutcheon, Mosakowski. Odds: 5-1. 1948-49 (19-2, .905) Coach: Bassett; Starters: B. Zaleski, E. Mosakowski, F. Mytnick, G. Keenan, A. Noble. Res: Kolakowski, Balaskiewicz, Grant, Connors, Wojcik, Johanson, Pietruski, Bruno. Odds: Even. 1949-50 (18-2, .900) Coach: Gutkowski; Starters: Zaleski, Connors, Noble, Kolakowski, Mosakowski. Res.: Balaskiewicz. Odds: Even. 1950-51 (20-3, .869) Coach: Gutkowski; Starters: Balaskiewicz, Kolakowski, Noble, Joe Bonczek, Krolik. Resl: Podbelski, J. Bruno, J. Schmitt, S. Wojcik. Odds: Even. 1951-52 (24-1, .960) Coach: Gutkowski; Starters: J. Rudy, Kolakowski, Balaskiewicz, Bonczek, G. Malkiewicz. Resl: Garbowski, Podbelski, Kupsch, Ritter, Sempkowski, W. Kurczewski, Keenan. Odds: Even. 1952-53 (16-6, .727) Coach: Gutkowski; Starters: Rudy, Ritter, J. Callahan, Kojkowski, C. Kolb. Res: Farley, Keenan, Marcinczyk, Prysak, Shorosky, Kurczewski. Odds: 4-1. 1953-54 (20-5, .800) Coach: Gutkowski; Startes: Kojkowski, S. Marcinczyk, Callahan, Shorosky, Kolb. Res.: G. Ogborne, Dzergoski, Farley, Kurczewski, J. Marcinczyk, Drysak, Chmieleski. Odds: Even. 1956-57 (18-3, .857) Coach: Gutkowski; Starters: R. Kuran, T. Salamon, Paprota, Rees. F. Salamon Res.: Helpa, T. Kuc, Beattie, Dzergoski, Chudkowski, Rommel, T. Michaels, Kornacki, Cyskowski. Odds: Even. 1957-58 (17-6, .739) Coach: Gutkowski; Starters: R. Ciszewski, Michaels, Helpa, F. Salamon, A. Soroka. Res.: Paprota, Stanik. Odds. 2-1. 1958-59 (17-7. .708) Coach: Gutkowski; Starters: A. Soroka, Michaels, Deerin, Marchesi, Mandy. Res.: Skwira, Mazur,Phillips, Falgares.Popowski. Odds: 10-1. 132 So. Pine Ave. So. Amboy, NJ. (908) 525-9262 1959-60 (21-6. .777) Coach: Gutkowski; Starters: Marchesi, Mandy. Deerin,Mazur. Falgares. Res.:M.Osowski. L. Popowski, J. Hockenjos. Phillips, J. Applegate, Prusarczyk, Carew, Bucko. Lowe. Odds: Even. 1960-61 (19-4, .826) Coach: Gutkowski; Starters: Mandy, M. Osowski, Pollard, L. Popowski,Carew. Res.: Bucko, Prusarczyk, Merski, Kabara, Demetski. Blaszka, Pawelek, Lewis. Odds: Even. 1964-65 (18-6, .750) Coach: J. Inman; Starters: J. Osowski, Nita, Marcus, Karlowitz, Senkowski. Res.: Burdak, Trawinski, R. Carney, J. Carney. Odds: 21. 1972-73 (21-8, .724) Coach: Dineen; Starters: Makwinski, M. Walsh, W. Kreiger, John Wojcik, R. Borup. Res.: Grodzki, Boyler, Csorba, Clark. Odds: 5-1. 1973-74 (17-7, .708) Coach: Dineen; Starters: Makwinski, Wojcik, W. Kreiger, John Wojcik, R. Borup, Clark. Res: T. Bailey, Georgianna. Odds: 10-1. 1979-80 (20-5, .800) Coach: Dineen; Starters: R. Novak, D. Ogborne, R. Garbowski, J. Tarnacki, T. Callahan. Res.: Tevis, Lazo, Kianow. Odds: 2-1. ***A11 Results will be published in the February issue of The Times! OPEN 7 DAYS Advertise in the South Amboy Sayreville Times call 727-0398 New Store Hours For Jan. & Feb. Only 11AM-8PMSun.-Thurs 11 A M - 10PMFri. & Sat. ooo and more * Who's "Thin Crust" Pizza * Subs, Deli Sandwiches, Sloppy Who's * Real Homemade Salads * Who Caters All Parties * Daily Luncheon Specials * Speed Who along by Calling Ahead * Who Tries to Accomodate All Special Requests * Price Subject to change Without Notice TRY OUR NEW EXTENDED CATERING MENU * Full Hot & Cold $7.45 per person plus tax includes choice of: * 4 Hot Dishes * Bread & Rolls * Paper Plates Let Who cater your Super Bowl parties Place Your Ad Now! 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