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THURSDAY, APRIL 19.1979

VIEWPOINT

Crisis In Education

The state of education in this country has reached crisis proportions. 64 of 98 freshman journalism students at Temple University failed a literary test given recently. This failure of those aspiring to enter an occupation where the use of good grammar; correct spelling and punctuation are the most important tools makes us wonderaboutthe ability of students enrolled in othnr fields. Its absurd that colleges are forced to give remedial courses in basic subjects to college freshman. It is a waste of time, energy and money. With the enormous amounts of tax money spent on public education in this country, our children should be receiving much better education than they have in the last 20 years. The educational establishments must shoulder the responsibility for their failures. They now admit that the new math and other experimental

Childbirth ClaftRes The Childbirth and Parent Education Association (C.A.P.E.) is sponsoring preparation for childbirth classes for couples in their sixth » month of pregnancy. The classes begin May 4. at Rio Grande Social Services Bldg. 7-9:30 p.m. The classes will be one night a week for eight weeks. Some topics to ^be covered will include factual knowledge of pregnancy, childbirth, breast and bottle feeding, relaxatidh and breathing techniques for childbirth. For more information and class registration, call 729-3378 The next series of classes will begin in June.

i Ferry Traffic Is Increasing CAPE MAY — During March 1979 traffic on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry increased 820 vehicles and 545 passengers over March 1978 TTiese statistics were made public today by Theodore C. Bright. General Manager, and are included in his monthly report to the commissioners of the Delaware River and Bay Authority. Ferry traffic for March 1979 was 8,358 vehicles and 18,949 passengers com pared to 7.538 vehicles and 18,404 passengers for March 1978, increases of 10.88% for vehicles and 2.96% for passengers. For the 12-month period ended March 31, 1979, traffic was 212,886 vehicles and 642,163 passengers compared to 183,929 vehicles and 597,233 passengers for the 12month period ended March 31, 1978, increases of \5.74% for vehicles and 7 52% for pa—ragrrs

techniques were mistakes (which many parents recognized at the time). That is past, and the thousands of lives ruined are beyond their help. Educators must stop blaming TV, home environment, lack of parental interest and poverty for their failures. It might not ' , ’ be easy to overcome some of these inadequacies, but loo often and for too long, teachers have used these conditions as excuses. Good programs and good teaching can remedy many of these deficiencies. Discipline is a necessary adjunct to learning. If children are not taught it at home, the schools should insist on it. This does #ot mean beating or frightening youngsters, but teaching them that in learning, as in life, there must be order. It is unconscionable that teachers and students in some schools fear for their lives. Vigorous means must be taken to remove disruptive students from the classrooms. If this means changing laws, this country's educational associations are vocal and powerful for their own needs, and are well equipped to press for changes. School administrators and others involved in education should take a hard look at existing programs and set up priorities. We must return to giving children a good foundation in the basics - reading, writing, spelling, math and stop graduating functional illiterates from high school. J.A. Cunningham Wants $10 Auto Tags For Elderly Dear Editor: I am amazed at the lack of interest shown in signing petitions in the Villas in stores for bill A-695 for $10.00 auto tags for persons on fixed incomes and those over the age of 62 in New Jersey. There is also a bill, A-1768 for $7.00 registration fees for the above and handicapped persons, the no re signatures, the more the chances that attention may be given far quicker consideration..., or possibly send a letter or card backing either of said bills to Assembly J.W. Chinnici, Bridgeton, N.J. If Pennsylvania can have $10.00 fees for auto ta{£ why not New Jersey. Funds for same could come from Casino Ganbling Revenue. Perhaps a letter to our governor may also help, asking his support of said bills, and passage of this year. Again I ask your signature if at all possible. Petitions also in North Cape May stores. In noway will you get involved by signing said petition Sincerely, Vincent McMahon 225 Vermont Ave. Pres. Lower Township Tax Association

Letters To The Editor

Urges President To Study Oil Question

Jimmy Carter. President The White House Washington. D.C. 20500» Dear President Carter: Like you. I and all of my fellow Americans are alarmed with the alleged oil shortage in our country. Of course, we all know that as soon as the price of oil is deregulated there will be plenty of oil. Often there are no simple answers to complex problems. However,- in some instances there may

be, especially with regard to the monopoly by the nation’s oil companies. By way of some background, permit me to explain my purpose in writing to you. First, I am not now a candidate for any other elective office, nor am I seeking a job. Rather, I am the Judge of the Surrogate’s Court for the County of Cape May in the State of New Jersey. In this capacity, I deal daily with our senior citizens and

Urges Re-Election Of Armacost

To The Editor: We the Citizens to ReElect Mayor Armacost believe in what Mayor Ellsworth Armacost has done for the people of Avalon since he’s been in office and we believe that now, more than ever in the history of the Borough of Avalon, we need him as our Mayor when we embark on our new form of government May eighth. Not only has Mayor Armacost done a fine job in administering the Borough’s affairs, saving tax dollars and working tirelessly from dawn until late into the night, but his voice has been heard from Avalon’s shores to the inner chambers of Trenton and Washington. Mayor Armacost was a very successful Baltimore funeral director for over 36 years. His services to the people were, as they are now seven days a week. Fortunately, Mayor Armacost retired to the Borough of Avalon 14 years ago. but saw the need on the Borough Commission for a skilled administrator to help the growing Borough. We consider the Borough fortunate to have had Ellsworth on the Borough .Commission for the past 12 years, six of them as Mayor. I have seen him personally checking all Borough projects, sometimes at 5:30 in the mof-nihg, constantly working to upgrade our water, sewer facilities and to see that the once

deplorable Avalon streets receive proper repair and maintenance, all to give us our local tax dollar’s worth for all Avalon’s residents’ benefit. Tourism, the lifeblood of Avalon relies on good municipal services and these services have always received top priority while Mayor Armacost was at the helm. We can all look with pride at the fine recreation program which Mayor Armacost has helped to design that includes every Avalon resident. Not just the young, not just the old, but something for everyone all yearlong. We are about to embark on a new form of government. a new experience which many of us have never seen happen. And I for one don’t want to see the Borough thrown into chaos as other municipalities have been wh«l all new people were elected Mayor Armacost is a respected leader of ALL the people of Avalon. He’s someone we KNOW gets action when it’s needed. I can see the real benefits that will accrue when Mayor Armacost is re-elected. * I urge Avalon^ resident voters not to be complacent about this election. If ever we needed an experienced Mayor, it’s now. This is too important a matter to be left to chance and promises. Roy Blackledge, President Citizens To Re-Elect Mayor Armacost

Thinks Armacost Should Go

To the Editor: This is in response to Sam Ascolese’s letter to the Editor of April 12th relative to “Armacost is experienced." We should like to point out that the facts show his experience has provided Avalon with nothing but wasted tax dollars. Yes. he does have experience driving a beach tractor but we hardly feel that this qualifies him for the duties )f Mayor Our Mayor must have leadership qualities and spend his time on organization and planning neither of which he has done. He has existed as Mayor by coasting on programs and planning of past administrations. When he finally made his move, he came up with such winners as follows: 1. Wasted money on improper wage bargaining with employees. 2. Wasted money on an unwanted community affairs building.

3. Tore down the Texaco building which could have been useful as housing for the Rescue Squad. 4. He also voted "Yes’’ on the original parking meter ordinance — then pulled them out $40,000. later. 5. He does not communicate with any of the Advisory Boards in the Borough. 6. He has'displayed no initiative in nis department. 7. There is no reason why he should be able to assist the new council members with the new form of government since he has showed little or no interest in its development. In fact, his lack of leadership will be detrimental to the Mayor-Council form of government. 8. Conservatively, he has probably misspent $200,000. during his term as Mayor (four years). Experience does not guarantee knowledge! Donald A. Sagui Avalon, N.J.

middle income America. Mr. President, they arc being devastated economically. My solution, while it will stir the ire of big oil, will require leadership and unyielding decisiveness. Question! Are there oil fields, as yet untapped on Federal property? If the answer to that simple question is yes, here is what I recommend. This nation is at the mercy of America’s oil companies. We are being ripped off daily with gigantic price increases. What reduces prices? Competition! At the present time, our oil companies do not have any competition, and it is about time they did.

I would suggest, and if I were President. I would immediately inform the oil companies that the Federal Government was going to begin exploring for oil on Federal property. Instead of the oil companies having you and us on our knees, I predict an about face by these giants of the nation. It has always been my opinion that all levels of government ought to stay out of private enterprise. While I still hold that opinion, when the monopoly of private enterprise threatens the health and welfare of our nation, we must be willing to make the sacrifice. Very truly yours, W. Robert Hentges Surrogate

Judyski Feels He is Qualified

To The Editor: Dear Fellow Citizen of Avalon. Shortly, we will each be making our selections for the six individuals who will be governing Avalon during the coming years under our new MayorCouncil form of government. One of the strengths of democracy and the American system of local government is that everyone has an equal opportunity to rui> for public office-and this year, just about everyone is running. rThere are three (3) fine men running for Mayor and thirteen (13) men and women running for the five seats on Council. Voters are being called upon to sort out the candidates and issues and select the right "Team" to lead Avalon into the decade of the 1900’s. A resident of our won derful Borough for the past 21 years. I feel I can devote the necessary time, attention and business, background and experience to the Council position I am running for. I’ve seen Avalon grow from a very small, scattered community of less

than 600 to the prosperous and forward-looking family community we now enjoy. I am proud of Avalon and feel the type of people who reside here have contributed much to the orderly development of our town. Now is our opportunity, with the new form of government and the new Administrator who will soon be hired, to insure that our local government will be responsive to our needs, concerns and complaints. I want to see to it that every problem brought to the attention of the Borough government gets fast and courteous action. As a Councilman, I will insist that the Administrator we eventually hire will be capable, experienced, and that we will get our money’s worth. He must live in Avalon, and he must be capable of getting results in for form of grants and programs for the Borough in such critical areas as public safety, services of senior citizens, beach erosion, maintenance of our waterways, recreation, and other community needs. Sincerely, Phil Judyski Candidate for Council

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