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Herald & Lantern 9 February '83

Ruth and Gene (Master^ Points) Fisher really shot* the eyebrows off the foreheads of guests at their cocktail party Jan 17 when they asked us to put our jToats in a- bedroom decoratively dominated by a large crib Most of us sug gested politely that hope springs eternal but asked if they weren't pushing their luck The crib, of course, is for their latest grandchild. Keuin John Fisher, bom July 20 of '82 whom they hope to spdll the socks off. this summer. Of one thjffg we re sure, he won’t be an under nourished fjuest Ruth is famous for supplying gobd grub and this party was no exception’ Also we learned for the first time she collects bells. Her friends bring them to her frorrt all over - they're so fypical of a woman who couldn't say a hgrsh word if her life depended on it THE S.H. WOMEN’S Civic Club went on a toot to Ca-sinoland Jan 19. Husbands w?re invited to add that special touch of chtss by Serving a superior white wine en route and keeping the cold hors d’oeuvres circulating on the trip up We arrived at Caesar's Palace at 6:30 and this is the best way to go No hassle about parking, no worries about the weather and gals without guys feel safe and escorted at all times We had dinner on the first floor Deli but unders land there is an even bettor one on the 3rd floor and we'll try that next time High Rollers we aren't But we played for two hours and lost only $3.25 between us Rusk Bailey was celebrating his 69th birth day so wife, Becky treated him to dinner and a stake at the slots. Malt Woolery can absolutely smell the machines warming up. so shecame home the big winner as usual

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SARA BRADY and Betty White paired up to give one of their musical dinner parties at the home of Sara's daughter. Peg Jones, at 274 52nd St., Avalon. Sara’s other daughter. Pat Horan of Horsham, Pa. always comer, down to lend a hand. Same menu every year - pepper steaks, crab cakes and chocolate cake for dessert plus much more. Betty and Sara have tried to vhry the menu but their guests simply won’t allow it. One thing that makes this party a must is the ’’Brady Trio" har monizing to a bunch of little-heard ballads as well as a few familiar favorites. THERE WAS more reason for singing this year than usual. Peg's daughter. Sara, a student at St. Joseph's School in SIC, entered the Knights of Columbus Essay Contest for 7th and Bth graders on the subject of "Whay My Family Means to Me" On Jan 27th Sara Jones was awarded 1st prize for the 8th grade and her .whole loving family is euphoric Ernie and Ruth Blair have already started an advertising campaign for the Annual Arts (Aug. 6) and Crafts Show (Aug 7) held under the big tent at 81st St. They are so organized! They’ll have two large signs entering Avalon and Stone Harbor, two large posters at 96th and 2nd Avc. and 15-20 large posters in Cape May. Avalon and Stone Harbor THEY HAVE compiled a list of upwards of 20 motels and hotels for exhibitors to stay while they're here and have already made advertising arrangements with five TV Channels, seven

newspapers and radio station WWOC FM' Best of all, they have already rented a large percent of the space available for the event. While reading the invaluable booklet titled KEEPING, UP WITH THE TIMES, co-sponsored by the Cape May Bd. of Chosen Freeholders and N.J. State Division on Aging for retired residents of the county, we were shocked to sec that the Stone Harbor Rescue Squad was not among the 16 physical emergency agencies listed. We immediately called Boh Rich, head of the S.H. Squad, to inquire why it was unlisted. He explained it was simply an oversight on the part of those who prepahed the booklet. MISTAKES IK) happen, as everyone knows, but Bob was even more confounded because Stone Harbor's Rescue Squad has the longest standing ambulance service of any in the county They started working in 1930 and have had an enviable record of achievement ever* since. They con be reached at any hour of the night or day by dialing 368-2111 or calling the operator. Despite this oversight the booklet provides a wealth of information on income tax assistance, nutrition, transportation, escort service for medical appointments, financial assistance and you name it. You may pick up your copy at the Office on Aging at Rtes. 9 and 47 across from the Rio Mall or call to find the spot nearest you at 886-2784. FRIENDS OF Imogene (Mrs. Roland) Otton may want to be reminded that she will be celebrating her

80th birthday on Feb. 8. For those of you who want to send h^r a card her address is: 2004 Oak Grove Dr., Zellwood, Fla. 32798. Winter meetings of the Hot Stove League at McClure's Exxon /Station at 94th & 3rd Ave. have resumed under the direction of Franklin McClure, who know;^*fcore about the history'of Stone Harbor than Gibbon did about Rome. One member is sorely missed this year because of the death of llerschel McClure, one of its founding fathers. Freeholder William Sturm of Cape May County called us Feb. 2, to say that dates for repairs to the 96th St. Bridge could well start with its dosing in the fall of 1983, opening spring of '84, closing again fall of ’84 and reopening, permanently, in the spring of '85. In other words, one year in advance of the first announced figures. We checked with Mayor Arden Hand of Stone Harbor and he referred us to County Engineer Neil Clarke for the latest developments. Clarke said that depending on grants of various permits and federal funding there might well be an updating of the restoration. Dave (noted architect) and Joannie (with the green thumb) Krumbhaar of Stone Harbor Blvd. are always surprising us They flew down to Vero Beach, Fla last week and found a house on an estuary off Indian River for sale They called their friends Fran and Quillman Kershner of Avalon and Norristown, Pa. to confirm their judg ment, and within hours, they owned a waterfront home in Vero. Knowing what Dave and Joan have done to build and renovate cottages on this island we are frantic to see their latest acquisition — Dave was, in large measure, responsible for the restoration of Independence Hall, in Philadelphia, under undisputed supervision of Charles Peterson, former Prexy of one of the oldest and most respected societies in American, the Carpenters Company of the City and County of Philadelphia — 1774 The Krumbhaars' latest domicile is on 14th St in V.B and sounds like a home with infinate

possibilities, given the expertise of these two innovationists, It even boasts electric davits — now all they need is a boat. We know plenty of people who would supply this, given squatters’ rights. WE MUST APPLAUD the work of the Episcopal Church Women, litis past year they had two bazaars, two rummage sales and one card party. They were all successful and enabled them to give St. Mary’s Parish a check for $4,200! Their latest venture. ‘‘Food for the Meedy,” resulted in three handsome baskets at Thanksgiving and six more at Christmas. This campaign also resulted in donations from generous people of other persuasions. We are grateful recipients of two student publications these dgys. The A union Courier andthe Harbor Monthly both are well written and well edited. In the Courier Stephanie Orlando and Melissa Otto did a great ar tide on music and warned "TheBig Music Tests are coming up in February!" Student of the Month was Stacey Tralnor — runnersup were Mike Zane and Matt Haryslak. IN THE HARBOR Mon thly Jerome Licata reported on the 5th and 6th graders' trip to New York They were most excited by going to the 197th (and top) floor of the World Trade Center, the Christmas Show at Radio Center Music Hall and meeting all the animals in the show, plus Billy Romberger got to meet a Rockette at dinner. Tom Williams contributed a neat bit of humour to the paper with this question “What happens when a duck flies upside down? Answer: It Quacks up." On Monday Jan. 24 a group of women calling themselves VISITORS, KEEPING IN TOUCH (or KIT) met at the home of Gracine McMenamy of 100th St. to discuss their possible accomplishments and extend their goals. Father Wesley Martin of St Mary's Episcopal Church and Father Michael Orsi of St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church attended as helpful advisors. This gaggle of gals trys to meet twice monthly at the home of one of the approximately 14 members to

follow up on information received from the clergy, the Seniors, Chamber of Comjnerce, and their friends concerning the sick and those confined to their homes for varying reasons. MATERIAL HAS been gathered to alert area residents to services which may be available to them such as the Cape Human Resources, State Welfare Funds administrated by an appointed official of the borough, volunteers trained by the IRA to assist shut-ins with their income tax. To receive this help call the Office on Aging at 886-2784. Stone Harbor Police have a wellestablished phone-in program. Anyone living alone or disabled may call in daily and report. An officer will check aqy failure to call once this arrangement has been made with the proper department. JL you wish to avail yourself of the services of the Keeping in Touch group simply inform your pastor, who will, in turn, contact the ladies who will be delighted to pay a visit, write or post a letter, run an errand, stay with a shutin while you keep an appointment or just sit and talk or listen when you feel a need to make contact with a friend. We arc delighted that "our daughter the actress," better known to old Avalon residents as Marls Clement, has, in spite of the theatrical recession in the Big Apple, landed herself a role in the industrial production of J Love New York. She'll be touring with the famed Rockettes and they’ll b^ opening in such glamorous cities as Dallas, Houston, Miami, Atlanta, U.S.A.; and Paris, France and Frankfurt, Germany Break a Leg, Baby!

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10 Offices throughout Cape May County and Unwood Member F.D.I.C.

And That’s That WILDWOOD — Police officers Robert Gable and William Varner agreed to resign from the force and the Cape May County Prosecutor's office will drop charges of police brutality That’s the final court action involving seven officers charged with brutality, or a coverup One was convicted, one had charges dropped after he passed a lie detector test, two others resigned, dnd Chief Harry Breslin agreed to retire in June Courthouse Air ('.Iran

COURT HOUSE - The county cour thouse should be fully reoccupied this week, according to Freeholder Ralph Evans State and county health officials have reported that tests for hazardous chemicals in the air indicate there is no ma jo (health hazard in the building The courthouse was evacuated late last National Bank month - sor P e three weeks after fumes from an exterior weather sealant permeated the structure and apparently

caused several county employes to become ill. Charged with Murder WOODBINE — Samuel Ocasio, charged with last Thursday's stabbing murder of his wife. Doris, turned himself over to State Police Friday. He’s charged with murder, unlawful possession of a weapon and possession of a sawed-off shotgun In what authorities believe resulted from domestic problems. Ocasio allegedly stabbed his wife in their Admas Ave home An autopsy revealed she died of a stab would in the back Reward Offered ERMA -- Lower Township Committeeman Robert Fothergill is offering a $200 reward for information leading to the arrest of individuals who broke into lx>wer Cape May Regional High School last month and walked off with more than $4,000 worth of musical and audiovisual equipment Anyone with information should contact the Lower Township police at 886-2711.