Herald - Lantern - Dispatch 25 June '86 59

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Over 1,000 adults and children enjoyed the food, entertainment, and games at the Fishermen's Family Picnic at the County Park June 14. Beech Fox of Burleigh, president of the Cape May County Fishermen's Memorial Committee, presented the winners of the County Fishermen's Fund Contest , with their prizes. Ashley Keene of Rio Grande, who won the Thinker" portion of the contest with her original essay on the fishing industry entitled "A Way Out Fish Story", received a $50 U.S. Savings Bond. Ann Sunhachawee of Court House, who won the "Book" portion of the contest by reading and reporting on 23 books about the fishing industry, also received a $50 Savings Bond. David Urquhart of Mayville, who won the "Dime" portion of the contest by collecting $161 for the Memorial Fund in which most of the money came from his own personal savings, received a $100 U.S. Savings Bond. All three winners were fifth grade students at Elementary School 3. Henry Kobik, principal of Elementary School 3, presented Fox with a check made out to the Fishermen's Memorial Fund in excess of $2,100. FOX PRESENTED Kobik with a plaque which read: "Certificate of Appreciation Presented to Middle Township Elementary No. 3 For Outstanding and Dedicated Service. Cape May County Fishermen." The school was the only one in the county to participate in the fund-raising contest. AH 257 fourth and fifth grade students at Elementary School 3 toured the Lund's Seafood Supply Company Docks in Cape May May 28. The students were also given the opportunity to observe the equipment on several fishing boats and were able to ask the fishermen questions. In addition the students in Linda Jones fifth grade class were treated to lunch compliments of Franklin Menz at Menz's Restaurant May 21 for collecting the

most money of any class in the contest. Dennis Dowe of Lower Township scheduled and organized the series of games with a nautical theme, for the children to play. Frank Brad of North Wildwood volunteered his services by providing a variety of popular tunes to please all age groups with his one-piece band consisting of an accordion, synthesizer, and small organ. Captain Wayne Halbruner of the Elsie C was the chairman and organizer of the picnic. About 100 private citizens and persons involved in the fishing industry contributed everything from food to door prizes. Only the T-shirts had to be purchased by the Memorial Committee. Among the larger contributors were Osborne's, which donated a 10-inch table model color television and Horizon Bank, which contributed $1,000 towards the Memorial Fund. Almost $10,000 has been raised for the fund so far. We wish Middle Township Recreation Director Gregg Arnold a belated ''Happy Birthday"! COMMENCEMENT exercises were held for the 134 Eighth Grade Graduates of the Middle Township Middle School at the Avalon Community Hall June 12. Kahlil Gunther and Paige Springer each received the American Legion Award for superior academic achievement and citizenship and service to the school community. Academic Excellence Awards were given to Denise Chew. Alicia Parker. Janna Kludzuweit, Kirsten Fielder, and Catherine Wang for having an "A" average in each academic subject. Steven Wunder and Alicia Parker received awards from the Daughters of the American Revolution. Paige Springer, William Adams, Matthew Jason Kozak, Mamie Doreen Verity. Johnny Hseih, Amanda Lynn Errickson,

Shirley Ann Schellinger, David Richardson Ludwig, Catherine Wang. Amy Tara Brown. Steven Marcus Maund. Kathleen Spalding. Vicki Lynn Schubert. Kirstin Kay Fielder, Eben Andrew Wells, Kahlil V. Gunther. Maureen Amy Ewan, Gregory Magee, Amy Wear Gavitt, Janna Lynn Kludzuweit, and Alicia Ann Parker received Presidential Academic Fitness Awards with a gold and white certificate seal and a red and gold lapel pin. To . be eligible for this award, a student must have attained a B ♦ average or better tha was accumulated in a middle or junior high school including the first semester of the exit grade at this level. OUTSTANDING Achievement Awards were given to Kathleen Spalding in mathematics. Greg Magee in social studies. Janna Kludzuweit in Language Arts, and Denise Chew in Science. Amy Gavitt, Kirsten Fielder, and Cathy Wang also received Outstanding Achievement Awards in Language Arts. Michelle Corbett, John Hsieh, Michael Lee. Shirley Schellinger. Stephen Wunder, and Melissa Hsieh received Perfect Attendance Certificates. THE GRADUATION theme was: "As a little silvery circular ripple, set in motion by the falling pebble, expands from its inch of radius to the whole compass of a pool, so there is not a child — not an infant Moses — placed, however softly, in his bulrush ark upon the sea of time, whose existence does not stir a ripple." The author is Elihu Burritt, social reformer and pacifist. The Graduation Wind Ensemble played "Island Girl". Lee Ann Mcllvaine played "Pomp and Circumstance" on the piano during the processional. Reverend Wilbert Hoffman gave the invocation while Student Council President Catherine M. Wang officiated the flag salute. Janna Kludzuweit gave the introduction and explained the graduation theme.

"FOCUS ON Family" by Maureen A. Ewan, "Focus on Society" by Lance Ludman, and "Focus on the Future" by Kahlil V. Gunther essays, were read by their graduating authors. The Eighth Grade Choir sung "The Greatest Love of All' and the Wind Ensemble played "Covington Square". Principal Edmund B. Webb made the presentation of the Class of 1986. Superintendent Dr. Ted Johnson did the "Acceptance of the Class of 1986". School board members Andrew Balliette and Keith Maund made the presentation of the diplomas and awards to the graduates. Vice Principal Russell N. Simon and Assistant Superintendent Anthony D. Ferrante were also in attendance. THE COUNTY Democratic Executive Committee held its reorganization meeting at the County Park Commission Building June 10 with the following officers being re-elected to their positions: Michael J. Voll of Rio Grande, chairman; Mary K. Kalbach of Wildwood. vice-chair lady; Elfreda Andrea of Ocean City, recording secretary; Alaa Morris of Rio Grande, corresponding secretary; and Sharon Coco of Rio Grande, treasurer. J. Edward McGowan of Wildwood Crest was elected sergeant at arms. THE REPUBLICAN'S elected Harry A. Gilbert of Cape May new county chairman at their reorganization meeting at the Old County Court House Building June 10. The following officers were re-elected: John Esposito of Ocean City, first vice chairman; Melville J. Ellis of Cape May, second vice chairman; John C. Koitsch Jr. of Cape May, sergeant at arms; Robert E. Millar of Avalon, treasurer; Helen Petrusky of Wildwood, corresponding secretary; Ruth Hart of Villas, recording secretary , and Clara Mattera of North Wildwood. vice-chairlady. THERE WILL be 35 prizes awarded in this year's July 4th raffle to benefit the M iddle Township Recreation Fireworks Fund. First prize is a $500 travel voucher. Second prize is a Sony Watchman Television. Third Prize is dinner for two at Urie's, Crab Trap, and the Lobster House. Fourth and Fifth prizes* are each Dinner for Two at Menz's Restaurant. Winners do not have to be present to receive their prizes. For tickets call 465-3520. OVER 50 people attended the open house which Diane Colbourne. owner and operator of The Dust Busters Cleaning Service, held at her home in Court House June 15. It was her way of saying "thank you" to all the people who have used her services during the past five years.

Doris Ward SNEAKING A PEEK — Children from the Seventh Day Adventist School in Mayville observe roosting osprey at the Wetlands Institute in Stone Harbor. The children presented $60 to the institute from a "Bird-A-Thon" held recently. Tanya Hansen, 9. looks through the telescope while Beverly Stout. 7. and Jimmy Chambers, 12. wait their turn. Also in line is Dr. William Reynolds, executive director of the Wetlands, and teacher Ruth Wasson.

News Notes (From Page 18 > treasurer; Michelle Caroccio, secretary, and Terrance Astle, historian. BILL STRUM, who is the public relations representative for New Jersey Bell, was the guest speaker at the Ocean City Exchange Club's dinner meeting at Daniel's Restaurant. Somers Point. June 9. He spoke about the variety of new telephone equipment with special features that New Jersey Bell will be offering its customers. One new invention which will be offered will be a telephone which will indicate the number of the person who had just called if the caller hangs up before you have time to answer the telephone. Ocean City Intermediate School held its Eighth Grade Recognition Night June 13. Principal Lyle G. Alverson said the welcoming remarks and introduced the teachers A number of awards from various local civic organizations and clubs were presented. The Ocean City Ki wanis Club presented Cynthia Allrr with the Outstanding English Student Award. John Hosletter received the club's Outstanding Mathematics Student Award. Melissa Wargo received the Outstanding Art Student Award from the Ocean City Colony Club and Brenda Easley received the club's Outstanding Home Economics Student Award. THE OCEAN CITY Lions Club presented Johnathan Pedrick and Thomas Platzer with its Outstanding AVA Student Awards. The Ocean City Exchange Club presented John Hosletter with its Outstanding Male Science Student Award and Cynthia Aller received the club's Outstanding Female Science Student Award. The Bobby Miller Award was presented to Jennifer Blizzard for being the Outstanding Female Athlete and Dominic Iannace was presented with the award for being the Outstanding Male Athlete. Nancy Good received the Outstanding Eighth Grade Girl Award from the American Legion, while Andrew Thomas received the Legion's Outstanding Eighth Grade Boy Award THE CITY Education Association presented the following awards : Outstanding Music Student, Johnathan Pedrick; Outstanding Social Studies Student, Andrew Birardi; Outstanding Industrial Arts Student. Elizabeth Garrett: and Outstanding Computer Student, Phebe Dickson. The Ocean City PTA presented the following awards: Outstanding Female Communications Student, Nancy Good; and Outstanding Male Communicatiorafa£tudent. John Hostetter. The Ocean City Rotary Club presented Elizabeth Garrett and John Hostetter with awards. THE PRINCIPALS Academic Fitness Awards were presented by Alverson. Assitant Principal James Burke presented the academic awards for each subject and made the presentation of ribbons.

The Lions Club held its Installation Dinner at Harry's Inn in Somers Point June 17. Arne Swenson was installed as president; Alen Bevan. vice president; John Brobson. secretary; and Tom Gibb. treasurer. T II E B A C - CALAUREATE Service for the 1986 Graduating Class of Ocean City High School was held at the Ocean City Tabernacle June 8 Organist E. Woodley Kalrhoff played "Trumpet Tune". "Dedication". Forgotten Dreams". Where're You Walk", and "Prelude in Classic Style" durin the prelude. Kalehoff also played "Pomp and Circumstance" during the processional. Reverend William R. Allen of the First Presbyterian Church gave the "Call to Worship . The High School Concert Choir sung "Share My Dreams" and "Battle Hymn of the Republic". The Choir Seniors sung it's Time for Movin' On" and "The Lord Bless You and Keep You". Reverend Michael W. Goldberg of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church performed the Scripture Reading. The prayer was said by Msgr. James A. Carr of St. Augustine's Roman Catholic Church. Reverend David M. Finch of St. Peter's United Methodist Church delivered the sermon. "All That is Gold". The benediction was said by Reverend J. Beck worth Voorhees of the A.M.E. Church. THE LIBERTE de Timex Reception will be held at the Music Pier 12:30 p.m. Friday. Mayor Jack Bittner will greet the French adventurers who have crossed the Atlantic , on a windsurfer to commemorate the Anniversary of the Statue of Liberty. The following events will take place Saturday: The Cedar Beach Civic Association Health Fair and Craft Show on the Music Pier, Boardwalk and Moorlyn Terrace 9 a.m. -3 p.m A windsurfing regatta on the 12th Street B^ach to celebrate Liberte de Timex. Entertainment will \ be provided by the Young Entertainers and the South Jersey School of Baton and Dance on the Beach A Sand Sculpting Contest and Seafood Festival will also be held. The time of these events are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A BALLOON Launch followed by a treasure hunt will take place downtown starting at 8th and Asbury Avenue. Registration for the launch is 12:30 p.m. with the events beginning 1 p.m. These activities are for children accompanied by an adult. THE MESSAGE in a bottle Contest will be held in front of the Music Pier 1 p.m. June 30 followed by a treasure hunt for the youngsters. An Aerobics Demonstration will be held in front of the Music Pier 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. July 1. JOHN ESPOSITO was re-elected municipal leader and Angela Pulvino assistant leader of the Ocean City Republican Organization. Joseph A. DeFranco was re-elected municipal leader of the Ocean City Democratic Organization.