Herald - Lantern - Dispatch 7 August '85 UL

Presenting Comedy

COLD SPRING - The I Sandpiper Players of the « Jersey Cape Performing c Arts Guild will present a i one-act comedy. "September Song", in a i series of performances at < Historic Cold Spring « Village. Seashore Road t

The performances I are set for 7:30 p.m. Satur- I day and Sunday; Aug. 17 I and 18 and Aug. 24 and 25. j "September Song," a I play by Alex Gottlieb, is a I one-act comedy about an I aging couple living out I their remaining years in a I Southern California retire- I ment home. It will be stag- I ed in the room above the I Cold Spring Grange I Restaurant, which is part I of the village complex. In the cast are Donald I Cardwell of South Dennis, I and Faye Senior, of Court I House, Mike Boyle, of Sea I Isle City, is the director. For ticket information I call Dorothy Cardwell at l 861-5971.

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Our Readers Write " Septic Fighters Devour Clams * To The Editor: I The Cape May Court House Neighborhood Association I has done it again ! We've had another very successful fund I raiser (Clam-Bake & Corn Roast) on July 28th. We served I over 175 people who came to the County Park for a day of i fun and community spirit. — Of course none of this would have been possible without the co-operation of the news media, most especially The Herald, and the numerous donations of food, drink and paper goods from over 20 businesses in Cape May County and the surrounding areas. The CMCH Neighborhood Association is presently involved in appealing the CAFRA permit issued to Court House Convalescent Center for a septic system. We feel a septic system in a low lying area adjacent to Crooked Creek would be a health hazard to our community The support we received from the various business people only shows that our concerns truly are the concerns of many, many people. We are very appreciative of everyone's help in our endeavor and our hats go off to you all! The Cape May Court House Neighborhood Association membership is steadily growing and we welcome new members. The next meeting will be held Aug. 13. at 7:30 p.m. in the CMCH Methodist Church Hall. Our meetings are open to everyone and we invite you to attend. SUSAN B. KARASO Co-Chairman Neighborhood Association Lucky in Sea Isle To The Editor: Recently a $phisticated Philadelphia periodical turned a sardonic grin upon the comparatively simple life in Sea Isle City. Criticism from a "smart" magazine should not disconcert the citizens here. Considering the kind of life offered by some communities, prudently not named, we are lucky to live in Sea Isle. It may not be the best of all possible places, but it is free (so far) from the gross ness of a Coney Island. Mankind in a mass, as in a metropolis, seems to have an immense ego. Man is, after all. a part of nature; he is not above the vast symphony of the natural environment and of all life. In a soulless metropolis, the real rule of sheer animalism is ruthlessness. A retreat like Sea Isle is a spiritual, peaceful achievement. How long Sea Isle remains a private retreat remains to be seen. As elsewhere, forces here are on the march "to divide and rule." By greed and real estate manipulation, in plastering a once-tranquil barrier island with money1 making barracks in place of homes, the die is cast for an ugly warping of our own needs and desires. ARTHUR MURRAY APPELL Sea Isle City Don't Dump Animals To The Editor: It is cruel and heartless to abandon or dump an animal in Lower Township or anywhere, plus a violation of the law. Don't dump them, if you have a heart. Take them to an animal shelter We don't need any more strays in Lower Township or any other .place Please have a heart. ? VINCENT MC MAHON Villas

ZBr v Doris Ward INSTALLATIONS — Clara Foster, of Court House was sworn in as Commander of Thurston Elmer Wood American Legion Post 198 by county Commander-elect Frank Turse of North Wildwood last week. Also installed were: Senior Vice Commander Milton Shepherd of Goshen; Junior Vice Commander John Colgan of Villas: Adjutant Lester Dilts of Seaville; Finance Officer (acting) Dorthy Sherman of Court House; Chaplain John of Villas: Sergeant at Arms Myer Barris of Fishing Creek; Service Officer Ed Trulland. Historian Boyd Tyler and Judge Advocate Joseph Douglas, all of Court House.

Cape Students Win N.J. Legion Awards

CAPE MAY - Two Upper Township students are the first from Cape May County to receive scholarships given by the New Jersey American Legion. Kenneth D. Rickert and Ed Terry were honored guests at the County American Legion meeting held here July 18. They were recipients of $500 scholarships, presented by Marshall "Ted" Behr, past department Vice Commander They were sponsored by the Aaron. Wittkamp, Colwell Post 239 in Tuckahoe. and both are graduates of Ocean City High School class of '85. COMPETITION is keen for the Legion Scholarships. In order to qualify for application the student must be a direct descendant of a veteran. Leadership qualities as well as scholastic achievements are important for selection, with an extensive questionnaire as well as statements and letters of recommendation being considered. Terry was named Youth of the Year by the Exchange Club of Ocean City and later received a scholarship given by that organization. His school activities included baseball. Honor Society and Stockton Honors Program. He also worked in the Business education office. He will enter Stockton State College, where he will major in business studies. He is the son of Teresa and Roy Shone, Tuckahoe RICKERT PLANS to attend the University of Maine at Orono, Maine, where he will major in physics and astronomy Prior to attaining the rank of Eagle Scout he initiated a flag burning ceremony for retirement of worn, torn and faded flats, receiving cooperation of the American Legion in Tuckahoe. where it has become an annual event.

He was designated Eagle Scout of the Year by the New Jersey American Legion in 1983 The same year he attended the Boy Scout World Jamboree in Calgary. Alberta, Canada He was a charter member of the Ocean City Police Explorer Post No. 161, and has served four years with that organization HIS SCHOOL activities included drummer in the Ocean City High School Marching Band. He was a member of the Upper Township Middle School Think Team two years, and was selected for Gifted and Talented English Class. OCHS. He was inducted in the Honor Society in 1985 Rickert was also recipient of the Corson Merit Scholarship given at the Seaville United Methodist Church. In addition he received a $150 National Honor Society Scholarship and he is on an alternate list for an Air Force Scholarship. His parents are Kenneth and Jean Rickert, Palermo.

Race Track Trip Slated STONE HARBOR - The Stone Harbor Lions Club Ladies Auxiliary is sponsoring a trip to the Atlantic City Race Track Wednesday. Aug. 21. Ticket includes bus, refreshments, admission, program, dinner and informal fashion show. Assembly is at the Avalon Community Hah at 5:30. For tickets andjnformation, call Elsie. Kuhn/" 967-5313. V J

A *— imiiIIII I, Joyride III dK By Libby Demp Forrest ) Embarrassing moments. I've had my share. They are best forgotten, I tell No. 1 son. No. 2 son and The Hubby. But they persist on bringing them up from time to time There was a time, yes, that I accidentally knocked over a man's beer while I swept by his table in a restaurant Can I help it if I'm a klutz? But must I be reminded of that day every time the Hub by and I drive by the restaurant? There we were once again last Sunday taking a pleasant little jaunt together when we took a familiar road. As we tootled along. The Hubby reminisced WE'RE GOING TO pass that little restaurant in a few miles." he said. I remained silent. The Hubby started to laugh, first a little bit. then harder and harder. "I'll never forget how you swept by (hat guy with your new coat and knocked over his beer. Remember"? "How could I forget?" I said. "You won't let me." "IT WASN'T BAD enough that you knocked over his beer, but the guy got sopping wet. His pants got soaked too. Remember?" The Hubby said. I slid down in the seat of the car. "Remember the tablecloth got soaked? And remember people started running out of the kitchen to wipe up? Remember they had to send a kitchen crew out with a mop?" the Hubby reminisced. I slid further down in the car seat. "AND REMEMBER you couldn't stop laughing?" The Hubby reminisced. "And remember when you sat down at our table your arm got caught in the sleeve of the coat and you knocked over your water glass That was some evening." - I stared out the window said nothing. "We're passing the restaurant," The Hubby said. "Sure you don't want to go inside and have something to eat?" "Why are you torturing me?" I asked. "I just thought you might be a little hungry." The Hubby said.

Task Force Meets Thurs.

COURT HOUSE - Cape May County's Task Force s on Drug and Alcohol Abuse < meets 10 a.m. tomorrow in I the downstairs conference i room of Burdette Tomlin 1 Memorial Hospital i

Task Force spokeswoman Debi de la Cretaz said the organization is seeking new members from all walks of '.'Everyone should get involved." she said.

/ \ i ARIES: Remember Socrates' observation: "How much there is in the world I do not want", when youponder what * to do with your possessidns Treasure the gifts of friendship. love and kindness. TAURUS: Fortify security by investigating new ways of saving. Protect movables with a reliable home insurance program. A loved one presents you with a special, memorable gift CANCER : Your sales ability pays off. A wish comes true with a manner of the opposite sex Privileged information "* to which you gain. access enables you to achieve prestige and enhances your reputation. LEO: People will admire your charisma, when your "show personality" comes to the fore this weekend A career goal is solidified, allowing you creative freedom in ways you have never imagined VIRGO: Your analytical know-how is challenged by another's unusual philosophical ideas. Remember that worry is only wasted energy. A concentrated effort to help others bring personal satisfaction LIBRA : Contractual obligations strap you into situations from which you would prefer to escape You will meet vivacious, energetic people when you accept ^friend's invitation to festivities SCORPIO: While probing you psyche for answers, you will experience revelations which help you to understand yourself and others better Study the fine print on any document requiring your signature SAGITTARIUS: A partner brightens your daily activities Explore various kinds of insurance, utilizing your knack for ' future planning and preparing for emergencies. Personal enlightenment enriches you. CARPRICORN: Good solid business sense aids your powers of sales persuasion The current personal problem with which you are plagued is best solved by heeding your s "inner voice" and trusting your instincts. ' AQUARIUS: You plan a rendezvous with a witty, versatile personage While solidfying your current career choice, you may have to find part-time work to supplement income "Habit becomes life " PISCES: Compliments of friends bolster your ego and induce you to strive for perfection. Do not let a rather violate individual on the home front discourage you from participating in weekend plans.