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Name: shirley CHS55
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Date: 30 Jun 2002
Time: 23:26:23
Why do you people let yourselves be baited? Be grown ups and ignore the messages that are offensive to you. Have a good fourth and remember what the fourth is all about. There is enough fighting in the world, why add to it. Baiters hate to be ignored so ignore them.
Name: PMCHS49
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Residing: Boothwyn, PA
Date: 30 Jun 2002
Time: 23:21:38
During the late fortys early fifties dances were held throughout Delaware County at churches and schools. On one ocassion, Rosemary Clooney appeared at Ridley Township High School. While singing one of her ballads Jasper (Cool Cat) let out a yelp for no reason whatsoever. Rosemary kept her cool and didn't flinch. The audience was quiet and remained so while she was singing her best. I believe Jasper felt very small when he acted foolishly. Rosemary died today at age 74. She was one of the best singers of all time and will be sadly missed.
Name: anna
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Date: 30 Jun 2002
Time: 20:23:58
15th. st. Mcgees,Kesslers,Johnson's_________--,Curry's ,Rose colslar,Crystle milk house, Birtwells.Wheatley's,________,Canavan's, Burns,accross the street.Baker's,Gambles,_____-,Murray's, Tracy's.Chiomento"s,Uncles and grandparents of Chiomento's.Rev.Dick and family,Emanuel Baptist Church, some of the people I remember from 15th st.in the late 40's early 50's.Walnut st. around the corner, Bulger's,Ruebecks,Lyons,Balink's,______--,Strains,Watson's,______, Smalley's,Bailey's,Buffington,Upton's,Smalley's and Joe Vito's store,to 16th, accross to corner Cunninghams,Murray's,Hinkle's, Kenny , ________, Myers,Vernon,Blackburn's and Martin School
Name: anna
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Date: 30 Jun 2002
Time: 18:25:12
You better believe it.
Name: Harvey Martin
Email: hsmartin@snip.net
Residing: Parkside
Date: 30 Jun 2002
Time: 18:15:29
Some spectacular photos of the 2002 version of the Freedom Train
http://www.trainweb.org/funnelfan/aft4449.htm
Name: Caroline
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Date: 30 Jun 2002
Time: 16:27:18
As a kid I can remember our parents taking us to visit a traveling museum called the "Freedom Train" It has remained in my memory all these many years. I wonder if anyone else remembers touring the train. What I can remember most was a manikin dressed as a soldier and the face was super imposed on it by what i believe the sign said a new technique called the holigram. I wondered before posting if there was any web link and there is.
http://www.freedomtrain.org/ft_home.htm
Enjoy the read a this train did stop in Chester, PA about 1947...and is a part of its history..
Name: Harvey Martin
Email: hsmartin@snip.net
Residing: Parkside
Date: 30 Jun 2002
Time: 16:08:16
I doubt if that's all you've lost Anna.
Name: anna
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Residing: wallingford
Date: 30 Jun 2002
Time: 15:31:21
Actually Harvey, I don't know either, I was just writing something about Chester.
I hope we get some questions going again, don't you. It is something everyone can join in. Young and old. I lost my clare-fran
Name: Harvey Martin
Email: hsmartin@snip.net
Residing: Parkside
Date: 30 Jun 2002
Time: 14:53:45
No, Anna, I don't remember what the temperature was in front of Cooley Lilley's on July 4th 1900. What was it?
Name: Anna
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Residing: wallingford
Date: 30 Jun 2002
Time: 13:59:09
Harvey, I am glad that they are not in Parkside. If I see the ice cream man I will send him over. I don't think I will go out all week. Can you remember a long time ago what the temperatures were on the Fourth of July in the year 1900, in the middle of the city in front of Cooley and Lilley's?
Name: jack
Email: j.kersh@worldnet.att.net
Residing: eddystone
Date: 30 Jun 2002
Time: 10:59:37
hey sue, how are you! yes you know tom and i'm sure you remember me also. jack
Name: Joe Clark
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Date: 30 Jun 2002
Time: 08:28:25
Caroline,
I lived at 118 Thurlow. I think that's the building that was right across the street from me. Are you a HG parish member? If so, whatever happened to Mother Myron? She still around?
Name: Caroliine
Email: carpete@verizon.net
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Date: 30 Jun 2002
Time: 07:54:03
Joe C: if you go to the side panel and into churches ...enter...then go to Ukrainian churches. in recollections there is a photo from the Ukrainian nite and dance held in 1967 at the Ukrainian Hall on Thurlow Street. It has now been demolished to accommodate the city's plans for the improvements to 291 otherwise known as 2nd St. or the Industrial highway.
John has also added the pictures of the church.
Name: Joe Clark
Email: JClark8472@aol.com
Residing: Lake Worth, FL
Date: 30 Jun 2002
Time: 05:48:50
Hey Keywestmike, sounds like we probably knew a lot of the same people. I remember being VERY upset when my dad made me go to Archmere after I graduated from Holy Ghost (Class of '69). ALL of my friends were going to St. James and I couldn't understand why I couldn't go there too!!! Last time I was through Chester was summer of '99. Although most of the places I knew or hung out at were closed or gone, good old JIMMY JOHN'S was still open! I remember that on most Saturday nites, my dad and I would go buy a car load of hoagies at Cal's and head out to the Rt. 202 drive in. Even tho we had all those hoagies, I always made him stop at Jimmy Johns for a few hot dogs before the movie!
I have been in Florida for over 30 years now, and have lived or gone to school in just about every part of the state. But no matter where I have lived or worked in FL over the years, I have ALWAYS run into at least one person who was also originally from Chester! Small world!!
Name: Tekla
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Residing: Poland
Date: 30 Jun 2002
Time: 01:03:38
Mr. Bullock: I was ever so happy to see the information that you have made available to the good people around the world. It is most enlightening to know that the Polish community in Chester, PA has still an active membership.
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to see that the customs and traditions brought from Poland to America are still alive.
You are a very fortune people to have such a forum to remember your past life.
I have been reading many of the messages on the newspaper stand and your memories remind me of so many of the happenings in my childhood. We are not so much apart in our happy memories. I am also enjoying your history pages and the picture history that you are putting on your website.
Name: Harvey Martin
Email: hsmartin@snip.net
Residing: Parkside
Date: 29 Jun 2002
Time: 23:13:42
Hey, George, I think you've got every right to make fun of a poor old lady who wears lipstick on her cheeks instead of rouge. Especially if you're just reminiscing with an old friend on a public forum.
But you've got to remember that Patricia doesn't bite her tongue when she writes...she just keeps it in her cheek.
Name: floyd murray
Email: gooddoc02@hotmail.com
Residing: media
Date: 29 Jun 2002
Time: 23:00:04
To Florence - so many thanks for refreshing my memory about the McGees. Yes, I know you are right about the correct address. God, it was so many years ago... :-) I believe that you and I have exchanged some memories before. Your Dad and my Dad were both friends and fellow paperhangers together. And your brother John - a hell of a nice kid and a friend of mine from Smedley, who left this world far, far too young :-( :-( Anyway. Yes, I remember little Larry who sold papers downtown - he carried them behind him in a red wagon - the kind we used to use for fun - you'd start those rascals up by running with them and then jump in with one knee and roll for awhile - and he looked like Chico Marx in the face but yes, he was hump backed. My late cousin Jim - one of my favorite people in life -was a cab driver in Chester at the time (Bell cabs) and he told me once that the "word was out on the street" that little Larry was to be left ALONE at all times. Even the tough guys back then had a code of honor - the little man was never mugged or bothered, as far as I know, as he went about his paper rounds. The world, sadly, has changed in more ways than one. Anyway - as always - my very best to everyone on the Old Chester PA page.
Name: trish
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Residing: Brookhaven
Date: 29 Jun 2002
Time: 21:44:47
I have not heard the name Dallas Hitchens in quite a while, he was a sharp dresser and was married to Rosemary to many years ago...
Name: Paul D. Crowther
Email: pcrowther4@cogeco.ca
Residing: St. Catharines,Ontario
Date: 29 Jun 2002
Time: 21:38:16
HARVEY... Do you know an Ed Roszel from Parkside? Believe he lived on Burdon Rd.
Name: Pat McFadden (CHS50)
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Residing: Arizona
Date: 29 Jun 2002
Time: 21:26:27
The history of lipstick is quite interesting, and I'm sure you are probably aware of its history, but, just in case you are not, it was originally created to add color to vaseline, which everyone used but they were bored with the colorless effect. So, a beautiful red color was added that gave the ladies a "vaseline that glowed and shimmered" to apply to their lips giving them a moist and wholesome look. Then because so many people had bad teeth, the red color just brought attention to their lips, behind which dwelled the teeth - in most cases. So, the creator had to come up with something to make the lips stick while smiling. Thus, the invention of "lipstick". But, as time went by, people became more aware of hygenic needs and could afford dentists, so they began to smile while wearing "lipstick". Much to their amazement, this marvelous "lipstick" enabled them to smile, still retain the color on their lips, and show off their beautiful teeth.
However, lipstick was also applied to the cheeks, eliminating the need to "pinch" the cheeks and having all friends, family and neighbors do likewise when in their presence (it was humiliating to have someone "pinch your cheeks". Everyone was going around pinching each other's cheeks, just to have a more pleasant encounter to gaze upon. In some cases, people pinched their own cheeks several times a day to reassure themselves they were healthy - which was a very dangerous practice, indeed). Later, it became a sign of endearment, but not so in the early days - people became so used to "pinching cheeks" it just went on and on and on).
So, the ladies discovered that by applying lipstick to your cheeks there was an added benefit. It made the skin soft and supple and forestalled the inevitable wrinkles because now, not only did the cheeks look healthy, but they were benefitting from the moisture of the vasoline.
So, that poor lady had wisdom of which you were not aware.
Now, the next time you decide to buy rouge, remember that lipstick is just as effective and actually "sticks".
Name: Harvey Martin
Email: hsmartin@snip.net
Residing: Parkside
Date: 29 Jun 2002
Time: 21:13:42
Wow! I just saw the flood photos. I had been fishing that day at Cape May and was shocked when we drove up 95 and saw the houses. My friend Moose used his boat to go rescue some people. He said the current was so strong he had to tie a rope around a tree to stay in place. As John said, "excellent but sad pictures."
Name: Harvey Martin
Email: hsmartin@snip.net
Residing: Parkside
Date: 29 Jun 2002
Time: 21:01:15
They aren't in Parkside...even the ice cream truck didn't come around tonight.
Name: Florence
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Residing: Wallingford
Date: 29 Jun 2002
Time: 20:31:54
Harvey, thats not too bad. Where is everyone?
Name: Harvey Martin
Email: hsmartin@snip.net
Residing: Parkside
Date: 29 Jun 2002
Time: 20:01:24
You are lucky, Florence...I have to walk across the street to see them.
Name: florence
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Date: 29 Jun 2002
Time: 17:59:32
Looks like everyone is on vacation. RC where are you lateley? It is almost July and the 4th of July their will be fireworks in Chester Park again. I can watch them right out in front of my house The animals will be scared to death, so don't leave your pet out. Mind will be hiding under the bed as far back as she can.
Name: Joe
Email: JClark8472@aol.com
Residing: Lake Worth,FL
Date: 29 Jun 2002
Time: 06:08:25
Sounds like "Joe Spuck" is the same guy we called "Joe Spud" when I was a kid living on Thurlow Street. He used to hang out all the time around 3rd and Highland.
Does anyone remember Joey Lamb? He was a pitcher for Fisher Tank at Chester West Little League in the mid 60's. He could really bring on the heat.
Name: sue lobodzinski-webb
Email: zwg476@aol.com
Residing: trainer
Date: 28 Jun 2002
Time: 23:16:24
this is for t9257@yahoo--- think i know you--do you have a sister-Donna?I think your the same guy who worked at the west end boat club back in the 70's.i had 2 uncles who worked there-1 was called whitey and the other was john. do you know me?
Name: jocko CHS52
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Residing: Rehoboth Bch
Date: 28 Jun 2002
Time: 19:48:45
Speaking of "Street People" Does anyone remember "Larry" the short sort of hunchback who uused to peddle the Philadelphia Inquire around the Taverns in downtown Chester? Also the older man who pushed a cart which he sold roasted chestnuts? I remember being at Lloyd field during sporting events in the late forties
Name: Kate
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Residing: PCB.,Fl.
Date: 28 Jun 2002
Time: 17:04:11
FLORENCE, YES, I SAW THAT ON THE NEWS YESTERDAY,I'M SURE THERE ARE A LOT OF SAD FANS.
Name: Florence
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Date: 28 Jun 2002
Time: 16:56:07
Kate
Talking about the who. It looks like they lost a base fiddle player.
Name: steve
Email: flying8425 "nospam" @aol.com
Residing: pa
Date: 28 Jun 2002
Time: 12:29:00
This is a great website. My parents and grandparents came from chester. They had a meat /poultry store next to the A & P on edgemont st and bar . (11th & edgemont?)
Are there any relatives to William (bill) trat? My understanding is that he owned a fruit store and died unexpectedly on the street with a massivce heart attack, leaving my grandmother and 2 little girls ( my mother and aunt) (mid 1920's) i believe. I am a grandson doing geneology work and would appreciate any help. thanks
Name: TomCHS76
Email: t9257"chs76"@yahoo.com
Residing: Prospect Park PA
Date: 28 Jun 2002
Time: 11:11:10
I remember a Mr Thurslic. He was an umpire at the Chester West Little League. He had a son who was also a good ball player.
Name: Dave Hentosh
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Date: 28 Jun 2002
Time: 09:48:46
Yes, George, Chester Mary scoured the street for cigarette butts and filled her bag with them. I forgot about the lipstick rouge but she was ahead of her time with that. I used to give her a cigarette every once in awhile, but she always seemed to prefer the butts from the street.
Name: Harvey Martin
Email: hsmartin@snip.net
Residing: Parkside
Date: 28 Jun 2002
Time: 09:47:33
Caroline
Thanks for They Came To Remember!
Name: Geo
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Date: 28 Jun 2002
Time: 07:49:49
Dave: Wasn't Chester Mary the lady that wore the lipstick as rouge and was always picking up the cigarette butts and placing them in the large shopping bag? I always thought of her as the 50's version of one of the Pointer sisters. George
Name: Dave Henosh
Email: david.j.hentosh@lmco.com
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Date: 28 Jun 2002
Time: 06:45:45
George: Along with Joe Spuck and six finger Sheck (Jack?), I remember Chester Mary who would usually come walking down 4th street on her trek between Chester and Marcus Hook, and back. Does anyone remember her?
Name: George
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Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 22:45:51
Bob SJ-60: The previous message was to you, sorry too many Coors tonight,,,,Geo
Name: George Malick
Email: gpmalick@wideopenwest.com
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Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 21:22:22
Tom SJ'60: Boy do I ever remember Pickles and Joe Spuck, the reason I mentioned Pat was that I didn't know if you knew but he passed away in '86 from complications from diabetes. If you worked at Tribs then you may have known Dave Thurstlic, if you do, please email me or give me your e-mail address,,,, George
Name: The Deaf One
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Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 20:14:15
Florence, Thank you. I thought about that place while I was growing up in Parkside and visiting my cousins that lived on Meade St. we would go there and play football and once in a while they'll cut the grass in one area so low to make a putting green in the back yard.
Name: Florence
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Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 16:23:55
The family I am talking about, had two boys and one girl.
Ronnie,Jimmie and Dorothy.
A lot of guys made book back in those days, they were very busy with the local betters
Name: Florence
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Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 16:19:01
The front was on 24th.st. and back was up against Houston st.
Name: Pat McFadden (CHS50)
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Residing: Arizona
Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 16:15:08
Well, you must remember that I said I could only go as far as 1950 regarding Chester's history. But I do remember the short hair coming into style while I was still there. But never having had good thick hair and a beautiful nape, I always wore my hair long and would sleep in those neck-breaking curlers every night. Furthermore, my hair refused to grow past my shoulders, so no matter what, I couldn't do much with my hair. So, I can well imagine the DA looking good also on gals, but they never would have had the effect on me that the guys' nape did.
The McGees - Florence, that is one branch of my family I have never been able to find. Did the McGee's you knew have a son named Freddie; and was the mother's name Evaline? Evaline McFadden was sort of an outcast, but she had ten or so children (maybe that's why she was an outcast, don't know). The only married name I have for her is "McGee" and I believe Freddie, whom I did meet as a child, had red hair and freckles but quite good-looking - probably a rascal too.
Name: The Deaf One
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Residing: Southern MD
Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 14:31:01
Florence: Did Doc Beatty live at the end of Houston Street? Wonder if he had that big yard and the house like it was on top of the hill?
Name: TomCHS76
Email: t9257"chs76"@yahoo.com
Residing: Prospect Park PA
Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 12:16:32
Sloppy Joes is that the restaurant where the cook (Joe) used to always be smoking while he was cooking. They had the best ash burgers in the city. That's also where I had my first Sprite. My dad used to take me down there when I was a kid. He would sit me at the counter order me food then walk across the street. I never realized where he was going until I grew up and I found out that he was always going over to the bookie joint. And then I found out that one of my friends father was actually the bookie..no names mentioned.
Name: florence
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Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 12:13:08
Good ole Doc Beatty. A very good friend of my husbands, and my brother-in-law worked for him. Dr. Beatty has since passed away as far as we know.
Name: Bob (SJ'60)
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Residing: NJ
Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 11:40:35
George
Yes I remember Pat Fannon and Joe Spock (sp?). Joe used to hang out right up from my house on Harwick St. all the time too. I used to cross the street to avoid him. If I'm not mistaken I think Pat was in my class one year. I'll have to check my yearbooks. Do you remember Pickles who used to hang out at Doc Triboletti's Pharmacy? I worked at Trib's for about a year from '60 to '61.
Bob
Name: C.
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Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 10:44:26
Patricia: 1954: Year for the gals getting DA's too. Then they would streak their hair. They also took over the necktie look and the Benny coat about then (6 button Benny) Mine was gray. And the TM's..Not only for guys, we gals wore them too. Away with the oxfords and in with the Pennys.
I also had a DA - 9th grade...loved that look...
Name: Florence
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Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 09:30:24
Floyd, I knew the people you were talking about. Mr. and Mrs Mcgee, They lived in 15th.st. Actually behind the Goodwill Fire Co. and directly accross from the Emanuel Baptist Church They were the parents of Ron and Jim Mcgee. My father Slew Smalley worked with Mr.McGee as partners. I remember her little monkey. The one i took care of was a capuchen.
Name: Ed
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Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 09:23:47
George,do you remember 6 finger Sheck,Piccolo Pete, Hardshell Charlie Criggen,some of the other famous fellow's that scared the heck out of kid's down around 3rd & highland also were you talking about Stress Brothers hardware 3rd & Thurlow Ed
Name: George Malick
Email: gpmalick@wideopenwest.com
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Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 08:12:15
Bob(SJ60): Don't know that one. Seems like I never traveled past Highland Ave as a kid. Two questions; Did you know Pat Fannon from Upland in your class at S.J.? He was my brother in law. Do you remember Joe Spuck standing on the corner of 3rd & Wilson? He was the boogieman for me growing up, couldn't run fast enough to get past him. I felt bad when I got older and my Dad told me the story behind him. Later, G
Name: Bob (SJ'60)
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Residing: NJ
Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 07:45:49
George
Now you've done it. Todd's Hardware Store, next to Mc Masters. I've been trying to think of the name of that store for I can't tell you how long. Now maybe you can tell me the name of the hardware?/general store something that was 2 store fronts on the same side as Todd's but between Highland and Thurlow. It was between Sloppy Joe's and Red's the barber. Almost directly across the street from Chazin's Tailor shop.
Bob
Name: Karen
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Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 00:50:17
Just thought you would like to know that the Sarnocinski boys were Mark, Tony and Steve. Their mothers name was Audrey.They lived on the corner of price st.
Name: Bev.
Email: bevtoolady@rcn.com
Residing: Woodlyn,Pa.
Date: 27 Jun 2002
Time: 00:01:01
Dear Pat, Guys weren't the only ones with the DA's.I had one as a teenage girl,and got many compliments on it!. Bev.
Name: floyd murray
Email: gooddoc02@hotmail.com
Residing: media
Date: 26 Jun 2002
Time: 23:44:19
Hi Everyone! Believe it or not - re monkeys - my Dad had a friend whose last name was McGee and they used to call him Fibber McGee, after the old radio show Fibber McGee and Molly. That was before my time (I was a product of the TV age) but I've heard the old shows and I enjoy seeing them in some old movies (I'm an old movie buff). Anyway, when I was a kid, a couple of times Dad and I visited this "Fibber" McGee -he lived, I recall, right across the street from Smedley or else right in that neighborhood, and I remember that little monkey he had in the cage. I think it was a spider monkey but this was so long ago. It was a cute little thing and naturally I wanted a pet monkey too, but Dad told me he would never have one for a pet - it had a habit of trying to throw it's feces through the cage! Later, I realized that some animals should not be kept as pets but it seemed like a good idea at the time. :-) Anyway, Mom and Dad let me have a cat I found in the backyard on Dupont St. I named her "Puttins" which was a form of "Pudding" as I loved vanilla pudding. I had her from about 5 years old to about 13-14. She died in Dr. Beatty's office at 24th and Providence. He was a good vet and a nice man - is he still around? I hope he is.
Name: Pat McFadden
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Residing: Arizona
Date: 26 Jun 2002
Time: 22:57:05
Before I'm called on the carpet, I mean to say, "nape of a guy's NECK". Some days, you just can't win.
Name: Pat McFadden
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Date: 26 Jun 2002
Time: 22:53:31
Forgot to make it clear in my last post, that the name "Duck's Tail" (or the other one) looked just like a duck's tail. Cute as can be, and that little swirl on the nape of a guy's nape was just too, too cute.
Name: Pat McFadden
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Date: 26 Jun 2002
Time: 20:51:56
Jocko - The name of the haircut had nothing to do with what the boys were looking for. Our guys may have thought it but they weren't as bold as today's boys (or girls for that matter). And, Sophie said it was STARTED in the Italian neighborhood. Many Italians were barbers and good ones, plus the fact that most of them had a wonderful head of hair. My boyfriend at the time was pure Irish and he had a DA. So, don't take offense where none was intended. We're all sure you and your friends looked great with your DA's, as did so many others at the time. I wish they would bring it back.
Name: jocko
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Date: 26 Jun 2002
Time: 19:48:36
well excuse me! Just was trying to say it in a nice way. what were us boys looking for way back then? A piece of tail or a---s? further more it wasn't only Italian boys . How about Dallas Hitchens Don Penny My self and who knows how many more.
Name: Pat McFadden (CHS50)
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Residing: Arizona
Date: 26 Jun 2002
Time: 19:13:34
Florence - Your monkey's poses remind me of my little cockapoo, Toby, who everytime I wanted to spray his mouth with a "clean breath" smell, he would turn his back on me, twist his head around, snarl and sneeze, repeatedly - and that was just because he saw the spray bottle. Consequently, bad, bad breath, all the time, but a cute smile. The antics of animals are hilarious. But you, dear lady, are to be commended on taking care of that monkey long after your little boy was no longer a little boy.
Name: Florence
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Date: 26 Jun 2002
Time: 18:17:10
Well Patricia Nothing ever comes easy. Each evening I would let her out and scrape and scrub her cage. She would busy herself seeing what else she could get into. I had to coax her back in with her dinner, or threaten her with a broom. She was just like a kid. You should have seen her poses when she didn't want to go back in. I have often thought abought a book.
Name: Pat McFadden (CHS '50)
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Residing: Arizona
Date: 26 Jun 2002
Time: 17:07:39
SOPHIE: That question concerning our guys' haircut in the late 50's came from my own recollection. I asked that question one time in an earlier post and no one responded - so, all I could remember was "Duck's Tail". See, like everything else in life, if you wait long enough, you'll get the answer. You are absolutely right it was "DA". Somethings you have to lose in order to win. Thanks so much for responding to that.
And, that "DA", created, as you say, by those sexy Italians, has always been remembered by me. To this day, I still look at the back of a man's neck. If I don't like it, I forget about his face - he-he. True story. Thanks again, Sophie - I'll bet you felt the same way I did.
Now, monkeys - how funny they are. However, I have been meaning to ask Florence, how did you handle their "rest room" needs? And, you had that monkey for so many years, you could write a book about her.
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Email: Florence
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Date: 26 Jun 2002
Time: 16:13:30
Donna I always gave the monkey a raw egg, it was good for her fur. One day I decided to see if she liked hardboiled eggs.She cracked her usual way, which was like a baker, broke it open and when that little ball og yolk rolled out it scared the heck out of her, everytime it rolled she jumped.
Name: Donna
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Date: 26 Jun 2002
Time: 13:45:39
Hi after reading some older posts Florence and Pat helped me to remember a funny summer we had growing up because of a monkey. Yes, Pat their were for real monkeys running loose in Chester. I remember one summer all of sudden one day my mom was out back cleaning our pool and a monkey jumped out and scared the you know what out of her. Well me and all my neighborhood friends were fascinated by this monkey. He was the neighborhood's pet. He was real funny too! We had a pool and so do our next door neighbor, this monkey would run back and forth from fence to fence and hop in Betty's pool and our pool. That monkey never scared us from going in the pool either. My mom and Betty would try to give him banana's and stuff we thought monkey's would like, but guess what he liked most: all the junk we kids would give him like chips,frito's,pretzels,dots,juju bee's, good n plenty and stuff like that. Our parents would tell us to not feed him that junk and to try and leave him alone, but we wouldn't listen. Afterall he was our monkey now, he came to us. Unfortunately some wierdo up the street an older guy got the monkey in a cage one day and said he was gonna keep him. One day some young kid poured baby powder all over him,what a trip that was!
Name: Florence
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Date: 26 Jun 2002
Time: 13:22:21
Good story Tom, I never laughed so hard
Name: Sophie
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Residing: Philadelphia
Date: 26 Jun 2002
Time: 13:21:41
Dear Pat Mc Fadden
You are wrong as to the name of the boys haircut.
The name was "DA" for Duck's Ass.
We weren't allowed to call it that so someone redubbed it Duck's Tail. BUT DUCK'S TAIL WAS NOT THE NAME.
The haircut started in the Italian neighborhoods.
Name: Harvey Martin
Email: hsmartin@snip.net
Residing: Parkside
Date: 26 Jun 2002
Time: 11:14:31
Good story Tom!
Name: TomCHS76
Email: t9257"chs76"@yahoo.com
Residing: Prospect Park PA
Date: 26 Jun 2002
Time: 10:13:57
My uncle Jim "Ham" Hamilton had one of the old Ramblers. It had the shift buttons on the dash. We were going fishing one of the many times we went and I didn't know it until it happened, we hit a bump and back flies his seat. Scared the crap out of both of us, but more me because he was driving. He just looked at me and said "well you going to grab the seat and pull it up or are we going to have to drive all the way to Blackbird Landing like this." Then he told me that it broke during the week. He loves his fishing. Still lives on 20th & Madison Street. One time years ago he got this old beat up aluminum row boat with a lawn mower motor on the back. I think he bought it off one of his buddies at the ship yard for like 40 dollars, you know the kind that you had to wrap the rope around by hand. Well he calls me up and ask me if I wanted to go fishing in his new boat. I said sure come pick me up. I think I was 14 or 15. Well he pulled up in front of my house in McCaffery Village with this thing tied to the roof of his old station wagon. I don't know what looked worse the boat or the car but they were real close. My mom looked out the door and then look at me and said are you sure you want to go fishing? Yea Ma I'll be okay were only going to the resivior. We drove all the way out to the resivior and found out that you weren't allow to put boats in it. This was about the 4pm time frame during the week and it was summer. So my uncle says to me where can we go? I said hey we can go down the West End Boat Club, I work there so they won't say anything. That's exactly what we did launched that aluminum craft in the Delaware. Motor puttering away we went out by the Commodore Barry, dropped the little anchor and we were fishing pretty good for a while, until the tide started coming in and pulled the anchor up and before you know it we were moving pretty fast right toward the shipping channel. With oil tankers sucking toward them. Then the worst thing that could happen, happened. The lawn mower wouldn't start. My uncle's wrapping the rope and pulling as fast as he can. Me, I was rowing frantically with the one oar we had. Then the second worst thing that could happen, happened. The rope broke. I was scared to the point of tears and I know my uncle was just as scared. He grabbed the oar and started rowing as fast as he could. Another oil tanker was coming down and if you know anything about big ships they suck a lot of water in, which I learned that day. It seemed like we were going nowhere. It was about 7pm by this time and we were in deep do do. By this time I was terrified, I was yelling and screaming for help from anybody who might hear me. Well someone did hear me from one of the passing ships. They radioed the coast guard which the Boat club monitored and the next thing I know there was a boat there with a tow rope. I didn't know the guy and thanked him he pulled us to the dock at the club then took off. I never saw him again. I thanked God and never went on that boat again. I also never told my mom because she would have never let me go fishing with Uncle Jim, again.
Name: floyd murray
Email: gooddoc02@hotmail.com
Residing: media
Date: 26 Jun 2002
Time: 00:48:27
Hi to everyone! – And – To TomCHS76 - great posts. Loved that account about the bicycle. Yes, you’ve “been there and done that” too, haven’t you? Same here, my friend. Anyway. About Susan Forster - You wrote, “I have to admit I had a little boy crush on her. She was tall and had a smile that would make you melt.”. Yep. That’s her. Hell, it would have been impossible NOT to have had a crush on her. I had a secret crush on many of the girls I knew in Smedley – Ellen really bowled me over however – my Mother was one of her nurses in Crozer when she was a patient there in the early 1970’s - but I was such a goddamned geek that I didn’t know what to say to any of them back then. Seeing many of them at that last reunion taught me that true beauty never fades – Susan, Donna, Pat, Ellen, Dot – others – “A thing of beauty is a joy forever”. Great words. Keats wrote that. You wrote, “Did you know her family?” No, I did not. I only knew her from Smedley. I THINK her husband came with her to the reunion twelve years ago, but I am not sure, but I recall that – as everyone was all talking – mentioning spouses – she mentioned that she was married and that she was now a nurse. That’s all I recall. I have not seen nor heard anything about her since. When at Smedley, I lived on Dupont St. in Chester. It’s between Walnut and Chestnut, and East 12th St. runs by it. – going north – and right past East 12th St. is I-95. At the time of the reunion, I was in Folsom. I never knew Kenny, at least not by name anyway, or else I have forgotten, which is very possible. I’ve known a lot of people in my life. Very, very many. Too many, I think, sometimes. The intervening years have been very busy ones. Anyway. I may have known him at some place and time, but I do not recollect. Anyway - I hope that ALL of our friends from the past are alive and doing well, today. And to Pidipat – please keep the quizzes coming, OK? I enjoy them. While I cannot always – well, most times :-) - ha!-ha! – answer the questions, I do enjoy them as I know others do. Acquiring knowledge is always good. As always – my best to everyone on the Old Chester PA site – and thanks again, John Bullock.
Name: BILL LOCKE
Email: wlocke2@comcast.net
Residing: Claymont,DE
Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 23:45:22
I WON A 1955 RAMBLER AT A WIBG DANCE BACK IN 1963 THE SEATS WENT BACK TO A BED.COULD DRIVE ALL NIGHT ON $1.00 WORTH OF GAS BUT HAD TO STOP AT EVERY GAS STATION FOR OIL
Name: Pat McFadden (CHS '50)
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Residing: Arizona
Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 16:05:09
Hi all - The following are the answers to yesterday's quiz:
1. One of the most popular pool rooms in Chester was "Birney's". Other than their pool tables, what was Birney's most well-known for?
Birch Beer - Florence - 1 pt.
2. In the very early 30's what two highly dangerous and contagious diseases took the lives of many children?
Scarlet Fever and Diphtheria
3. In the early 40's what terrible disease took the lives of young children.
Polio
4. What drug store in town was owned and operated by the father of someone to whom we owe a great big "Thank You"?
Bullocks - Florence - 1 pt.
5. At the Great Leopard skating rink, one way you could get a free pass for next week was to win a skating race; what was the other?
Sing a song - first one at the microphone got to sing a song.
6. What was the name of the hair cut worn by the teen boys in the late 40's?
Duck's Tail - Jocko CHS 52 - 1 pt.
7. Was it considered "good taste" for a girl to ask a boy to dance at our dances?
No - Anonymous - 6/24 at 1925 - 1 pt.
8. On Mother's Day, a special event took place in the city to honor all mothers. What was that event and what did we wear to honor her?
Mother's Day Parade and we all wore a carnation - pink for mothers still alive; and white for deceased Moms. Florence 1/2 pt.; Anonymous 6/24 at 1925 1/2 pt.
9. The boys had their long pocket watch chain making them look "hep" - can ya' dig it, and what piece of jewelry did the girls wear that was very popular at the time?
Rope of pearls - tied in the middle
10. At the 1950 CHS Senior Prom, called "an oriental fantasy" who was crowned "Lotus"? Hint: She worked with me at Whelan's. I mentioned her name in an early post. If you can't answer this, who was crowned Venus' Venture at CHS Junior Prom? I have also mentioned her as a former playmate (not Hefner's playmate - mine).
Evelyn Phillips was Lotus; Shirley Montgomery was Venus- both very beautiful girls. Florence - 1 pt.
This is work for me but also fun. Thanks to everyone who participated and Florence, you racked up 8-1/2 points, so you can now insert a * alongside your name everytime you enter the site.
Name: TomCHS76
Email: t9257"chs76"@yahoo.com
Residing: Prospect Park PA
Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 15:53:29
Floyd: Another memory in reference to Kenny he had a yellow Volkwagon "THING" they were called that's because they kind of looked like a jeep, but by law could not call it a jeep. There are 2 yellow ones or should I say what's left of them, sitting in Alfonse Sanbe's lot at the exit of Kerlin Street on 95 northbound. Makes me think of Kenny. I would help him work on his Volkwagon. Now, that I think about it I would never admit that I helped him work on his "THING". LOL
Name: Donna
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Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 15:02:24
to Ye Ole' Webmaster John, hi John I did try to email you first about this but I must of not had your correct email address 'cos it came back to me, anyway what I wanted to ask You was What happened to the Notre Dame Class of '82 spot that was under Notre Dame Classes? Remember John it was just recently added a few weeks ago? For the past few days when I go to check it out , it's disappeared. Was wondering if it will come back or what happened to it that's all. Thank-You Donna
Name: hgc /pmc '59
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Residing: delco area
Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 14:36:36
donna,your story reminds me ,of our grade school trip to RIVERVIEW BEACH via the wilson line from chester,we all had a great time there and decided we would catch the late boat.well we saw the boat (wilson liner) leave and we went back to the amusements ,only to find the park was shutting down for the day!! we said we were going to catch the late boat,well the worker said to us" you see that wilson liner going up river toward phila.well that is the late boat and you guys missed it".one of the guys said he would call his dad and he would come and get us.well after about an hour his dad shows up in his 1950 mercury coupe(james dean style).so about 5 of us pile in,i had two people sitting on me. when we got to the chester ferry his dad suggested we get out and strech our legs while waiting for the ferry.as we piled out ,a fellow in front of us yelled out "oh my god look at all the kids thar guy has,i wonder how he can afford to feed them!"we got home without incident after that.i don't know how we didn't break the springs in that mercury.
Name: Kate(N.D.65)
Email: lucydesi8@comcast.net
Residing: Panama Cty Beach,FL.
Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 13:01:53
Hi all who participated in the quiz.I will post the points I have for each of you, I am not as good at this as Pat but hopefully this was done for fun and I stand corrected if I made any mistakes, I learned a lot with some of your answer so Thank You for playing. No names, 2 points Spanky, 1 point Paul, 1point Pat 3 1/2 points Harvey 2 1/2 points Florence 4 points And SOP 7 1/2 points. If anyone wants me to list all the answeres, I will, but you guys got them all.
Name: TomCHS76
Email: t9257"chs76"@yahoo.com
Residing: Prospect Park PA
Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 12:54:17
Geo: Come to think of it we never bought any meat from Sadie's, either. Only remember getting my orange drink and a pack peanut butter tastykakes on the way to and fro school. If mom sent to the store for anything I always ran over to McGlones in Highland Gardens. Which brings up another story. After McGlone sold his store I think it was to a guy named Phil who married Stephan and Jimmy Dunn's sister. Anyway, I was in the store getting something for my mother. When I notice the top of this Afro go across the front window real fast. I took me a second and I didn't even realize it at first but I was flying toward the door. The lady at the counter, Phil's wife was yelling something. Next thing I was out the door running up the street chasing this guy he was on my new ten speed and I was no match he had to much of a lead on me even though I ran nearly to Ward street in the Gardens. I remembered his back and what he was wearing. I also had a few choice words for him as he rode away. I was huffing and puffing, with my hands on my knees. Next thing I know up pulls this guy in a Cadillac. He ask me what happened and I told him. He told me to get in. You know back then you didn't think like you do in todays world when someone tells you to get in their vehicle. I got in his car and we went riding around. That's when he told me who he was and that him and his wife bought the store off McGlone. We rode around for about 20 minutes when I noticed this guy with an Afro coming out of his house. He was all sweaty and didn't have a shirt on. So, logic kicked in why is this guy so sweaty if he just came out of his house. Also you have to remember A/C was not a necessity in the 70's. We were riding through Highland Terrace. I told Phil to stop I think that's the guy. He says you just can't grab somebody off the street and accuse them of stealing your bike. I said bet me, I'm from the village. I grabbed the guy by the throat and through him up against the wall. He was scared sh--less and I was raging mad. Phil's yelling let him go, let him go, so I did and he told me to go back to the car. Then he tells the guy if he did steal the bike he better give it back or he was going to call the police, but before the police would get there he would let me back out of the car. Next thing I know Phil was in the guys apartment (actually it was his grandmother's) and out he comes with my bike, but the seat was raised all the way up and the handle bars were also turned up, that quick. We put the bike in the trunk and went back to the store picked up the things that I didn't even pay for yet. Then he drove me home.
Name: DonnaMarieLewis
Email: AquarianWoman@msn.com
Residing: Brookhaven
Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 12:38:55
Hi everyone I just wanted to share some old memories with ya's that came back to me this past Saturday. Well I had the pleasure of cruising down to the Jersey shore on Saturday in our brand new car with air conditiong(ahhh, what a difference) thank-God to the person who invented that. Anyways, two memories that came back to me were as we were going over the Commodore Barry Bridge I remembered the first day that bridge was open to the public and they let us walk over it! I can't remember the year that was maybe someone else will and tell me, also me and my girlfriends from People Street well we walked over alright, but we took so long goofing off getting over there, that the time limit was done for the day coming back. So here we are 5 little girls from Chester kinda stranded now in Jersey! And we Loved it! The bridge police had to call one of our dad's to come and pick us up. It was a great fun day for all of us ,except Cheryl's dad. Then when we came home back over the bridge Saturday night I still remember and miss very much the huge statue of Jesus with his arms opened wide over our city that used to be outside of Sacred Heart Hospital(I was born there). I''ve always thought that was a real poor decision to take Jesus statue out of Chester,but what could we of done,who knows. I just miss seeing that when were approaching Chester on our way home from the Shore.Theirs another memory I have but I've written to much now so I'll save it for later. Take Care everyone and stay cool!
Name: TomCHS76
Email: t9257"chs76"@yahoo.com
Residing: Prospect Park PA
Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 11:49:27
Floyd: Wow, just goes to show you learn something new everyday. Never remember an "r" in the name. I lived 2 houses from Susan before we moved to McCaffery. I have to admit I had a little boy crush on her. She was tall and had a smile that would make you melt. My mother and her mother were best of friends, so I was always over there. O'kay I admit it, checking her out wishing I was about 7 years older, then just maybe I might of had a chance. Did you know her family? Anyway a funny coincidence happened years later, if it is the same Susan you are talking about. We moved to McCaffery Village. I used to work on cars with guy the next row up from me his name was Kenny. A few years later not sure how many though it could have been maybe 5 or 6 he ended up marrying Susan. I don't know how they met or even if they are still married. I was not invited to the wedding because Kenny and I never really hung out together he was a bit older than me. It just seemed weird to me that 2 people from opposite ends of town would meet like that and I knew them both, but they didn't know I knew them both until a few years later.
Name: Geo
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Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 11:24:53
No Name: You're right, God only knows what was in Sarno's basement. Grucella's came a little later in my time frame, I was a teenager by the time they took over that store and did make some great Kielbasa.
Speaking of smells, if you're from the neighborhood, do you remember the smell at Todd's Hardware store, next to McMaster's on 3rd Street? Pheww !! G
Name: floyd murray
Email: gooddoc02@hotmail.com
Residing: media
Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 11:07:13
Hi Tom - You wrote, "Floyd you mentioned Susan Foster would that be the same Susan that had the beautiful smile and dimples, lived at 22nd and Edgemont?" Yep, you're right, same one, as pretty and friendly as ever, as I saw at the reunion. However, it is Forster - with an "r". Been having a great time going through the old Smedley yearbook, The Raider. Jeez, you know, I THINK I may still have some copies of the school paper, The Spotlight, floating around here someplace. I know I tried to save them over the hectic years. Joe Zakorchemny and I collaborated on an article or something back then which was published. Susan worked on the "Special Features Staff". A bunch of nice kids who put out a great little paper. It took time - and experience in the real journalistic world - to get as cynical as I am today. :-) Oh, well...Back in the 1970's, in between my youthful forays between Jeffery's on Edgmont Ave., Colonna's on Welsh St. and Murphy's - all in downtown Chester - and the Seven Seas at 2nd and Lamokin - is that place still around? - I sometimes visited the Bank Tavern. I think a no-name poster on this subject may be right - I think someone named Shahadi did own it at one time. And Mr. Bullock -I've said it before and I have to say it again - thank you SO MUCH for this fantastic site! You have done a wonderful thing, sir. I learned here that some old friends, sadly, are gone - Bill Wallace, the mechanic - yet some still around - e.g. Highball who ran the grocery store. I have heard from people I never thought I would hear from again and also people whom I did not know before - this page made it all possible. Thanks again, my friend.
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Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 10:56:06
Grucela's at 4th and Wilson made the best smoked kielbasa around, Mr.Sarno's store smelled like something died in the basement!!!
Name: Geo
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Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 10:50:38
Tom: Forgot to mention that for obvious reasons we never bought our kielbasa from Sarno's, we always got it from Timinsky's just down the street, he still had his thumbs. G
Name: Geo
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Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 10:48:08
Tom: That description fits Gene pretty good by then. His father, the "old man" I referred to affectionately, was in his 70's when I was a kid going to the store in the early 50's. You'd surely remember him for he had no thumbs, the victim of either the meat cleaver or the meat slicer. G
Name: TomCHS76
Email: t9257CHS76@yahoo.com
Residing: Prospect Park
Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 09:39:39
Floyd you mentioned Susan Foster would that be the same Susan that had the beautiful smile and dimples, lived at 22nd and Edgemont?
Kate I think Sarge's name may have been Ed and the guy I remember as the butcher may have been his brother Gene. As George stated that the time difference may put them at the age of late 40's or early 50's at the time when I was going to the store. Gene appeared to be older, he wore glasses and had gray hair, but I'm pretty sure it was not the father, he may have past on by then. The old lady was Sadie and she was the mother of Sarge.
Geo any input?
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Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 09:24:18
geo I thought George Shahadi owned the Bank Tavern during the 40's & 50's
Name: Harvey Martin
Email: hsmartin@snip.net
Residing: Parkside
Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 07:12:56
Skeleton...a short story by Steven Schwartz
http://www.horizonmag.com/3/skeleton.htm
Name: Terry Ragni O'Hazza
Email: dippy7567@hotmail.com
Residing: Rehoboth Beach DE
Date: 25 Jun 2002
Time: 01:44:52
Name: Kate(N.D.65)
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Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 22:50:26
Now, your in my old nieghborhood, Tom was talking about Sadies at 10th & Harwick, the son Sarge ran the store & father was the butcher. I stopped in thier every morning for 4 years for donuts while going to the bus for N.d.
Name: Geo
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Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 22:20:19
Tom: I'm probably going back a little before your time. The Sarnocinski family originally owned the grocery store on the corner of 3rd & Ward across from The Ward Grille. The "old man" had several sons, Gene was one and Ed was another, not sure if there were others but I'm sure someone will tell us. The sons would help the father out as he got up in years. (This was late 40's early 50's) I know for sure that Gene owned the Bank Tavern for a while. I believe they also had something to do with the White Swan cleaners also. It wouldn't surprise me if one of the sons had opened a grocery store up in your neighborhood.
Name: David Andrews
Email: dandrewsdh@aol.com
Residing: Drexel Hill,PA.
Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 21:55:39
The Roxy Theater was at 4th and Cental Ave. It had a seating capacity of 600. It was there at least before 1948 and into the 1950's or longer. It showed films for black audiences.
Name: Harvey Martin
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Residing: Parkside
Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 21:05:52
About Steven Schwartz
http://www.horizonmag.com/3/schwartz.htm
Name: Pat McFadden (CHS50)
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Residing: Arizona
Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 20:37:12
To: Jocko CHS52 - so far, so good; however, remember we are talking about movie theaters in the years up to 1950. The theater you mention and others have mentioned very possibly came after 1950 - if I am wrong, I need to be corrected so that all answers are authentic.
Answers will be posted tomorrow.
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Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 19:25:20
2..Polio, TB 7..No...but they did it anyway. 8.. Mothers day parade and they wore either a pink (for living) or white (deceased) carnation. 9. Ankle braclets..but then came the Dog Collar.
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Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 19:13:20
Wasn't the "Butch" popular in the late 40's early 50's...then the Don Eagle, Mohawk, Ducks A-- (DA)
Name: Jocko Chs 52
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Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 18:55:41
Also you omitted the ROXY Movie {question # 4
Name: jocko CHS52
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Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 18:42:02
As to question #6 ould it be DUCK TAIL?
Name: floyd murray
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Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 17:29:34
pat Email: Residing: at home Date: 20 Jun 2002 Time: 22:33:14 Comments Floyd murray...it is so great when you mention Marie in your writings, i enjoy them and thought your Mom was a nice...nice...person
Hi Pat – thank you for your kind words about my Mom, Marie Murray. I think I know who you are and it’s nice to hear from you again. Sun Village, right? Early to-mid 1970’s. You and your fine family were always such good friends. About 20 years ago, I trained as a paramedic and was certified as what was then designated as an EMT II or Paramedic I and ran on the ambulances with the old Franklin Fire Co. and Brookhaven and once in awhile Lima. I did this as a volunteer for about 3 –4 years. After we moved to Folsom, Mom fell twice and had to have two hip replacements. I looked out for her and the doctors were quite concerned about blood clots, which is a risk after any operation. She could not get around well anymore so I fixed up living quarters for her on the second floor of the house we had in Folsom. She had a bathroom up there, a bedroom and a sitting room and everything else she needed. I bought her a TV and she was watching An American in Paris with Gene Kelly on channel 12 on Saturday night, October 17, 1992. She always loved musicals. I was downstairs watching one of my Clint Eastwood videos – she never did like my taste in movies :-) – but she did enjoy Silence of the Lambs. She liked ‘ole Hannibal :-) That night she called me upstairs and said she did not feel well. She had been out of the hospital for a couple of months but I took her back for tests whenever they were scheduled. She was sitting up and I took her blood pressure, which I was keeping a regular check on –she had hypertension - and I got a zero reading. No systolic, no diastolic. There are different variables in blood pressure – it can indicate shock, for example, if the two numbers are widely spaced apart. A zero reading means only one thing and that’s death. I could barely hear the brachial artery through the stethoscope. I told her I was calling 911 and – you knew Mom and her Irish temper – she said, “I’m not going back into that goddamned hospital!” Then she fell back on the bed, unconscious. I heard that awful gurgling sound – I hit the phone, called 911 but I was falling apart. I had seen people die before – it just happens – but this was different. She was my Mother. I tried CPR and mouth to mouth resuscitation and then I did something I will never be proud of – I panicked and ran downstairs and bounced off the walls for a few minutes. By that time a Ridley Township policeman was pounding at the front door, with a portable resuscitator in his hand. I’ve heard a lot of complaints from people in my life about the police – Hell, I’ve even been arrested myself, twice, once in PA and once in Texas - but I think the world of these men and women who work as Police Officers. When you’re wrong, you’re wrong and I was wrong both times. And when a crisis occurs, the first thing you WANT TO SEE is a Police Officer, since they will always do everything they can to help. This officer did. He went upstairs and did what he could – in another few minutes, a fully-equipped ambulance was at the door. I stayed downstairs – I couldn’t go up there. When they brought her downstairs, on a stretcher, she had a tracheotomy inserted, which is a is a surgical opening made into the trachea for airway management. For those confused – a tracheotomy is an immediate procedure. A tracheostomy is the surgical creation of a stoma from the trachea to the overlying skin. The barber – and piano teacher – and my Dad’s good friend from Chester - Andy Buffano had one. It’s for a long-term artificial airway, as it removes the entire larynx. Only skilled surgeons can do this. I was trained well, for a year, but never that far. A tracheotomy is the last resort, you see. The lead Paramedic on this team was trained for this. I wasn’t. But when I saw her coming down that night, with that tracheotomy, in her throat, I knew she was gone. As I said – this is the very last resort to save a life in an emergency situation. She died that night. She was already dying when I was taking her BP. I knew it – that’s why I panicked. Pulmonary embolism. Our family doctor – Dr. William Cook from 24th and Providence Ave. - told me later that nothing in the world could have saved her – not even me - she had a blood clot which formed after the last operation and it moved through her circulatory system – and it hit one of her lungs. That was it. Anyway. Moving on. Some memories truly hurt. Anyway, to the nice young lady who sent the fax today – Yes, I want very much to help with this project. I am aware that our friends, Joe and Blaze, are planning a Smedley 1965 reunion. I will be contacting one or both of them soon. When Carol (Vanier) and Donna (Turner) helped organize the first one – which, as you know, was held on May 12, 1990 at Holy Savior – I was able to help also, in my own small way. I was still living in Chester back then, in Sun Village, and I was the editor of all the Town Talk newspapers which covered all of Ridley Township and much of Delaware County. My friend, Mark Corson, who also lived in Sun Village, told me that the reunion was taking place. I helped to publicize it through announcements in the many Town Talk newspapers. Reunion announcements were very much the “grist for the mill” for such small newspapers and I made sure they ran for so many other people – why not our own great Smedley class? I think it helped – I hope it did, anyway. I ran the announcement each week until the event itself. That was a great night – I saw you there – sweet and beautiful as ever - and Donna Chetty, lovely as ever – even more pretty – she was working as an actress in NYC then; “Hank” Riccardi – the nicest guy in the world – tough, but he understood strength in gentleness; Terry Morris, who came all the way in from Missouri - a good friend ; tall Perry Jones, a very good guy – a “gentle giant” if there ever was one; Ellen Katzmire – my secret crush through all of Smedley and Chester High; Kay Alexander, smart, pretty and intelligent; Susan Forster, an R.N. now, doing some good in the world. I could go on and on. I bought the “new” class picture of us, taken at the reunion – thanks to Carol, I also have the tape of the event. Plus, after my recent move, I made sure my yearbooks were at the front of the “unpacking list”. Yeah, I found The Raider. Was looking at it all today, after your fax – I planned to contact Joe or Blaze anyway, to help them with this project, but your fax made me realize – now is the time. I do tend to put things off. Anyway. There were only about 42-45 of us there that evening for the reunion. Later, we all “repaired” to the Wharf Tavern in Aston and continued reminiscing. It was a wonderful evening – good people, good memories – we all know. That’s what’s important. Anyway – I no longer edit Town Talk but – when I contact Joe or Blaze – there is a very unique way I can help in these reunion plans. I have a toll-free number and I am quite good at tracking folks down. A little skill I learned over the intervening twelve years. I will give them this number – and my personal number. Apparently, we have until May, 2003 to round folks up together. I just hope we have not lost anyone in these 12 years. Anyway. ANYONE from our class – anywhere in the country or the world – will be able to call me at this number - at no charge to them. I will keep records and pass them on to Joe or Larry (Blaze) or Pat and whoever else is organizing this effort. I will work through them. They can post it openly, when I send it in to them. This is my contribution this time – this is how I can help. And again – to Mr. John Bullock – you created this page – out of the sheer goodness of your heart. Look what it has turned into – it has touched so many people. Thank you, so much.
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1--Birch Beer 2--Small pox, measles 3--Ditheria and Scarlet Fever 4--Bullock's Pharmacy 5- 6-pompador 7--why not 8--Carnation and Breakfast 9-Ankle Bracelet 10--Shirley Montgomery
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Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 15:41:43
Geo, you mentioned Sarnocinski was that the same Sarno's that owned the corner grocery store at 10& Harwick St? I used to stop in there every morning on my way to school. He would always have my pint of orange drink waiting for me. His mother would sit in her little chair in the corner in the morning, but usually on the way home from school when I stopped in she would be back in the house that was connect to the store. I think it was his brother that was the butcher? Then the wife and sons came to work there. I remember the one son was Mark, but don't remember the other sons name or the wife. I know she was a good looking older woman (well older than me anyhow). I saw her years later she was working at the JC Penney's in the Granite Run Mall. I was walking through and she called me by name. I was impressed that she remembered me from the days at Pulaski Jr. High. My daughter was just a baby so that had to be at least 16 years ago. Was just wondering he didn't seem like the bar owner type.
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Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 15:36:20
I'm a little early today because of a commitment, so here are the new questions.
I noticed yesterday that someone criticized one our answering posts. Please do not take that personally and just ignore them. This person criticises everyone and we don't want to lose you as a player or contributor to this site. I personally apologize for that person's actions.
OK People - Here are questions for ya'. I will pose questions today and Kate will post tomorrow. We felt it was all too confusing and fast-paced to have both eras combined. So, if that's alright with you remembering that my posts only go as far as 1950, while Kate's will deal more with the 60's, here we go:
1. One of the most popular pool rooms in Chester was "Birney's". Other than their pool tables, what was Birney's most well-known for?
2. In the very early 30's what two highly dangerous and contagious diseases took the lives of many children?
3. In the early 40's what terrible disease took the lives of young children.
4. What drug store in town was owned and operated by the father of someone to whom we owe a great big "Thank You"?
5. At the Great Leopard skating rink, one way you could get a free pass for next week was to win a skating race; what was the other?
6. What was the name of the hair cut worn by the teen boys in the late 40's?
7. Was it considered "good taste" for a girl to ask a boy to dance at our dances?
8. On Mother's Day, a special event took place in the city to honor all mothers. What was that event and what did we wear to honor her?
9. The boys had their long pocket watch chain making them look "hep" - can ya' dig it, and what piece of jewelry did the girls wear that was very popular at the time?
10. At the 1950 CHS Senior Prom, called "an oriental fantasy" who was crowned "Lotus"? Hint: She worked with me at Whelan's. I mentioned her name in an early post. If you can't answer this, who was crowned Venus' Venture at CHS Junior Prom? I have also mentioned her as a former playmate (not Hefner's playmate - mine). .
Hope you are enjoying this?
Name: Pat McFadden (CHS50)
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Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 15:25:08
Here are the answers to yesterday's quiz:
No. 1: Many schools and churches held dances in Chester. However, there was one place that was neither a school nor a church and it held dances on its rooftop. Name that establishment.
YMCA/YWCA buildings - Florence 1/2 point and Harvey 1/2 point
No. 2: McLaughlin's Coffee Shop at 8th and Welsh sold a drink consisting of either a chocolate milk shake or a root beer float. Name that drink.
"Big Drink" - No correct answer
No. 3: During WWII, two sisters who played accordion, danced and sang entertained the servicemen at the USO center in our area. Name these two sisters - last name also.
Doris and Irene Yelton - Harry V - 1 point
No.. 4: How many movie theaters did we have in Chester in the late 40's, and what were their names? Seven - Boyd, State, Stanley, Washington, Mac, Lyric and the Apollo - Florence - 1 point.
No. 5: What was "The Democrat"?
One of the first newspapers in the city owned and operated by Henry Frysinger - Florence - 1/2 point; "Sworn Off Posting" - 1/2 point Forence said newspaper; while SOP said early newspaper
No. 6: What was the chief topic of conversation on the school bus taking the girls to Notre Dame?
Boys!!! Florence - 1 point
No. 7: Why were "penny loafers" called penny loafers?
You could insert a penny between the cut-out on the upper leather. Florence - 1 point
No. 8: When private parties were held by teens, for birthdays, holidays, etc., where in their home were these parties held?
The ever-popular basement with pretty decorations and great music of the times from a "phonograph Harvey - l point
No. 9: At Christmas time, what charitable organization accompanied carolers, rang bells and hung black pots for donations?
The great Salvation Army - God Bless them. Florence - 1 point
No. 10: What was the name of the bridge in downtown Chester, above which appeared our famous "What Chester Makes Makes Chester"?
Pennsylvania Railroad Bridge No answer
So Florence wins the first round with 5 points; Harvey with 1-1/2 points; Harry V with 1 point and SOP with 1/2 point.
Keep track of your points; we're not done yet.
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Date: 24 Jun 2002
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Bob: Yeah, I remember the Chinese laundry, not sure if his brother owned the Bank Tavern, but I do remember when Gene Sarnocinski owned it. Shahadi's was a real menagerie for a while wasn't it? Do you remember the monkey going "nuts" when women walked in? Geo.
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Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 12:09:50
GM
Yup remember that monkey, the parrot, parakeets and that dumb Weimaraner he had in the back yard. Wasn't that his brother that owned the Bank Tavern for a while? Do you remember the Chineses laundry across the street?
Bob
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Date: 24 Jun 2002
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Does anyone remember when Shahadi had a monkey in his Shoe repair shop on 3rd street, BEFORE he got into Real Estate and the license plate service?
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Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 11:15:28
Florence - I get such a kick out of you. A home for old monkeys, eh? Wow, I wonder if I would know any of them. I do recall now meeting a fellow with a monkey one time when I was in the Poconos. Think it was a spider monkey and that monkey was mean - some are, I guess. I also suppose that at one time or another Chester had an organ grinder with a monkey, because otherwise, how could we be so aware of them. The brains of animals amaze me; especially elephants. Those tiny little eyes in that enormous head don't miss a trick.
Before anyone asks, yes this has to do with old Chester because they certainly had their share of big apes and monkeys.
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Date: 24 Jun 2002
Time: 10:39:09
Well Pat, that monkey came from the Dela.Co. S.P.C.A. My youngest son worked there for quite a while, he loved animals. The one's he could bring home he did, but the monkey came when I was out. It was kind of a sneak past mom job. Someone couldn't no longer take care of her.You know she wasn't crazy for bananas, she ate what we ate. She loved fried potatoes and onions and raw eggs, and other people food. she came when she was 12 and was 36 when she left. She live's in a monkey shelter for old monkey's.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
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Just trying to answer the question.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 22:57:42
were those druggies you listed from chester?
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
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Joan Baez Blood, Sweat and Tears The Paul Butterfield Blues Band Country Joe McDonald & The Fish Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young Grateful Dead Jimi Hendrix Richie Havens Keef Hartley The Incredible String Band Janis Joplin The Jefferson Airplane The Who
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
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concerning woodstock....the year was 1969, there was no group there by the name of America, dont think they formed till the early 70s...country joe and the fish were there, doing there famous song, "give me an F,,,,"arlo was there with alices rest., and how can we forget richie havens,redition of george harrisons "Here comes the sun"...C,S,N&Y doing joni mitchells song titled "Woodstock"..could go on for hours here....
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
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Either the 59 or 60 Corvair..bought a used one when getting out of the Marines. It had a seat that folded over for a bed.
Remember the Ford retractable convertable.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 22:09:03
CHS class of 1958 picture there too.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 22:07:44
John B: Did you retype all those names from the CHS graduating classes so that they could be added to you Whats New section?
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 21:19:55
Alice Paul
http://www.moondance.org/1998/winter98/nonfiction/alice.html
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 21:18:03
KATE: - No, I will not post answers until 24 hours have passed. Rules were set up for reasons and they will be adhered to. Answers will not be posted until 24 hours after the questions are posted and winners announced. This gives more people more time to join in and answer all questions - even though the right answers may already be there. It is much easier for people to know and accept the correct answers and the winner. And, hopefully, post some questions of their own, all relating to the best of times - Chester in the 40's and 50's.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 21:07:19
Not sure if I'm right about the Nash having a bed. It could have been the KAISER! Anyone?
Name: Pat McFadden (CHS '50)
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 21:02:57
Forence - yes, you delightful person, my telescope arrived three days ago with a set of binoculars that are unbelievable when it comes to distance. The binoculars alone are worth the price of the telescope which in itself is awesome. A friend who is extremely knowledgeable in telescopes is coming tomorrow to teach me how to use it. So, beware, I may be able to see into your front room - he-he!!
Today was fun - let's keep it up. Now that I am refreshed and know I have friends out there, tomorrow's quiz will not be as "serious" as today, somewhat relaxed and a few sillies, but but only 100% accuracy of questions will be accepted. See you tomorrow and hope everyone has a good night's sleep and wakes up tomorrow with your entire family healthy and happy and thanking our Lord for another day to do unto each other as we would do unto ourselves. God Bless.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:44:50
Pat, sure was fun, and it is work keeping track, wish everyone would leave a name but glad those who wanted to joined in. Please post some answeres were half correct so thanks to all. Kate
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:39:40
fORGOT TO POST MY NAME, dOES ANYONE HAVE ANOTHER SONG FROM wOODSTOCK & i KNOW YOU GUYS KNOW WHO THE LEAD SINGER FROM THE wHO IS? kATE
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:39:00
Maybe his name is Roger Daltry
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:38:34
Kate - Yes, I am done for the evening - told you it was work. However, answers to all questions should wait 24 hours, as we agreed upon. So 24 hours from 4 o'clock Chester time, will be answered. Until then, quite a few questions posted here should inspire people to post their thoughts, etc.
Florence brought up something about yarn that I was not familiar with and anyone who remembers that or that type of knitting, crocheting, etc. should contribute - and, oh my gosh, if you ever owned a monkey, Florence will be more than happy to contribute memories of her funky monkey. By the way, Florence, where in the world did that monkey come from? Chester was never known as a habitat for monkeys, so I am really curious. My cousin had a baby alligator at one time, but that's the closest I thought Chester got to "wild life". Love to know the history of that.
Incidently, Safeway market had a huge display today of a "new" and on-sale item. SPAM - with cheese. Oh lord, dare we ever start another conversation on SPAM? Better not - but now it has cheesebits inserted. SPAM will outlive us all - God willing and the pigs and goats are still around. Let's hear it for our pigs and goats and Hormel!!!
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
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It could have been a studebaker.I can see him but I can't remember his name, He was supposed to be the fastest rock singer back then. maybe his name is Roger Daltry
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:37:03
SOP I see your chart says 56 was $1.00 an hr, well my husband was born in 55 and has a cup from Hallmark that says Congress passed the min. wage for 1.00 an hr. in 55 so you may be correct that it didn't go into effect till then. SO CONGRATULATION YOU HAVE THE MOST POINTS, ONLY WISH WE HAD A NAME FOR YOU AND HOPE YOU HAD FUN FROM THE OLDER GROUP FROM CHESTER, PA.
Name: Paul D. Crowther
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:36:13
Just read the post..... The car with the bed was the Nash!
Name: Paul D. Crowther
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:34:11
Good old "minimum wage" Can't remember what it was at the time but I recall working at TROY LAUNDRY one summer about 1954 for .75 cts per hr. They paid in cash also,as most places did.
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Time: 20:33:46
aahh Paul...the car with the bed
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Year Value of the Minimum Wage Nominal Dollars 2000 Dollars 1938 $0.25 $3.05 1939 0.30 3.72 1940 0.30 3.69 1941 0.30 3.51 1942 0.30 3.17 1943 0.30 2.99 1944 0.30 2.94 1945 0.40 3.83 1946 0.40 3.53 1947 0.40 3.09 1948 0.40 2.86 1949 0.40 2.89 1950 0.75 5.36 1951 0.75 4.97 1952 0.75 4.87 1953 0.75 4.84 1954 0.75 4.80 1955 0.75 4.82 1956 1.00 6.33 1957 1.00 6.13 1958 1.00 5.96 1959 1.00 5.92 1960 1.00 5.82 1961 1.15 6.62 1962 1.15 6.56 1963 1.25 7.03 1964 1.25 6.94 1965 1.25 6.83 1966 1.25 6.64
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:29:39
Pat, that was pretty funny.Whatever you do, don't lose your sense of humor. Do you remember that song Starbright. Did you get yout telescope yet?You know what was funny, when one of my son's 30 snakes got loose and wound up in my neighbors basement, it wasn't too big, about 4ft. he had a ton of them and everything else. 5 little animals escaped out of the aquarium, I spent all day looking for them, I found 4.
A couple weeks later my neighbor's husband was pouring soap powder out , and he didn't know what this dried up little thing was, but I did.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:25:06
Paul, you are correct and that question came from my husband, the only one he contributed. So, congrats you have a point and glad you joined in.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:22:36
Minimum wage is still not correct and who was the lead singer of the Who & the car#7 & I'm done & will total up. How about you Pat, are you waiting till tom.?
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:22:04
KATE... The Car was the Corvair. I know that one quite well. Bought a new 64 Convertible. Ralph Nader wrote a book "Unsafe at any speed" lambasting the handling characteristics of the Corvair. The early models may have been inherently dangerous if driven recklessly. My 64 handled like it was glued to the road. They changed the rear suspension for 64. Too late,the damage was done. Production ceased in 1969.
Name: Pat McFadden (CHS '50)
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:19:21
The answer to number 7 surely is not the Studebaker or the "god please re-design me and make be beautiful" Edsel?
And the answer to the minimum wage was - let's see $1.50 times 40 = $60.00. So my answer is $1.50!!
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:19:00
Pat, I too have an ex out there orbiting. and Florence, I have 4 sons & if I didn't like the music I still know all about it. I am not sure if America was there or not but I know Janis & Grace were...two of my fav. from then.Kate
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:14:11
I should be able to remember the names from the Who and any other rock group. I was brainwashed by two sets of kids at different age levels.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:10:40
Kate - I just re-read you post to me, and yes, now I do get it. The very first man into space was my first husband after I kicked him out. Few can remember his name, including me, but I do remember the gust of wind behind him. He's probably still orbitting, not knowing where to land. Thanks for reminding me.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:10:23
I am lucky the man next store told me that and the songs
Was America at the Woodstock concert, I know Janis Joplin was also Gracie Slick. She used to have a voice like silk.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 20:01:34
In 1995 the Min. wage was 75 cents the value of 75 cents in 1996 would have been $4.07
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 19:59:30
#4 & #7 have not been answered correctly and I will give 1/2 point for the Who. not complete & another song from Woodstock. Kate
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 19:56:56
This is more like it.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 19:55:45
OK - Betty Freiden - thanks for jogging the memory.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 19:55:34
Yes, the answer I was looking for was Shepherd, thanks for the info
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
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Kate: actually the very first man in space was a Russian...40 years ago by the name of Gagarin.
Yuri Gagarin's made a 108-minute orbit around the Earth on April 12, 1961.
He died in a 1968 during a fighter jet test.
In 1961 the U.S. launched Alan Shepard into a 15 minute suborbital flight. Which would make Shepard the very first U.S. Astronaut in space. This flight was made because of the strong tention between the U.S. and Russia in being the first to conquer Space.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
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Kate: actually the very first man in space was a Russian...40 years ago by the name of Gagarin.
Yuri Gagarin's made a 108-minute orbit around the Earth on April 12, 1961.
He died in a 1968 during a fighter jet test.
In 1961 the U.S. launched Alan Shepard into a 15 minute suborbital flight. Which would make Shepard the very first U.S. Astronaut in space. This flight was made because of the strong tention between the U.S. and Russia in being the first to conquer Space.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
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Florence, I am laughing, 2 of the songs are right your other one Country Joe & the Fish is the name of a group....Kate
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
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No, it wasn't John Glenn, it's already been answered so I can tell you later. Kate
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
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No, it wasn't John Glenn, it's already been answered so I can tell you later. Kate
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 19:50:48
Three songs from Woodstock
Sweet Judy Blue Eyes Country Joe And The Fish Me and BobbyMcGee
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 19:41:55
Yes skinsman, Buckman Village airport
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 19:38:36
Oh, I see it was John Glenn. How do those people on Jeopardy come up the correct answers so quickly? Lord, sometimes it takes me a week!!!
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 19:33:00
Pat, your thinking of Betty Friedan......and my question was who was the first man to go into space nothing about orbit or the moon, get it??
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 19:29:37
Kate's Quiz - No. 2 is Gloria Steinham. Takes awhile, but I think that's the correct answer. Although there was another very much older lady who inspired Gloria - Betty ?.
The first man on the moon was - John Aldridge? If so, history is very interesting because a man by a similar name was the first one, according to our history books, to land on Plymouth Rock - John Aldan.
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 19:13:30
Florence You have 3 correct, I know what you mean about not remembering some of this stuff. Kate
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I wanted to know about the site around Murphy Ford on Township Line Rd. I read in an earlier thread about this being a airport of some kind. Can anyone verify this. Thanks, Skins...
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 19:01:59
1-Bandstand 2-Dick Clark 3-School ring or friendship ring 4-2.50? 5- 6- 7- 8-tease 9-who 10-Anderson
I can't remember those years.
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forgot to sign previous post.
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Harvey, you have 2 out of 4 correct, won't say which ones. S.O.P You have 5 right an1/2 for a question. Pat, you have 4 1/2 correct from your post.
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1. American Bandstand...1952-1954 Bob Horne 1954---Dick Clark made history. (Grady and Hurst also had a show -never made it as big) 2. Gloria Stienam 3....class rings also Friendship rings. 4....75 cents 5....Betsy (Total of 27 people killed in this storm) 6..songs ? 7....Edsel He has had a long lived fued with Ford. 8....Teased...which is the hottest fashion in Hollywood this year. 9....The Who 10....February 20, 1962 - Mercury Friendship 7 John H. Glenn Jr., the first American in orbit, and orbits the Earth three times.
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Hate to interupt the fun but thought some might find this interesting and useful...G
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Name: Pat McFadden (CHS50)
Email:
Residing: Arizona
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 18:37:32
Sorry, it's me again - but I forgot to post that the answer to number 1 has not been entirely answered by anyone. So 1/2 point goes to the first post and 1/2 point to the person who filled in the second half. Answers will not be posted until tomorrow - and they won't be as easy - I don't think - but, then what do I know - you're all so smart.
Name: Pat McFadden (CHS '50)
Email:
Residing: Arizona
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 18:32:25
Harvey - I don't know why I couldn't remember 50 cents/hour as minimum wage - but I think you are right. That was my salary at Whelan's and by the time I got finished charging makeup behind their pharmacy counter, I wound up with about one dollar. To make matters worse, in those days, we girls all wore brilliant and dark PURPLE lipstick. Someone said that when a group of us walked down the street together, all they could see was purple lips.
And, my very first pay - at probably $1.50/hr -was in a small envelope containing cash - no taxes taken out in those days and not everyone had a checking account - fear of banks I suppose after the crash and depression of the early 30's.
Kate's question about "minimum wage" alone could inspire a lot of stories from our readers.
Name: Pat McFadden (CHS '50)
Email: Somewhere in cyberspace
Residing: Arizona
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 18:19:06
Forgot to post my name. That post entitled "Answers to Kate's Quiz" was from me. I believe No. 2 is Gloria Chitham - or words to that effect.
Almost all the answers to my quiz have been answered except for numbers 2 and ten.
Name: Harvey Martin
Email: hsmartin@snip.net
Residing: Parkside, Pa
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 18:13:49
1. American Bandstand
2. Alice Paul
3. Ring
4. 50 cents
Name: Pat McFadden (CHS '50)
Email:
Residing: Arizona
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 18:11:17
I forgot to include my name re "Answers to Kate's quiz": Sorry
Name:
Email:
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 18:09:04
Answers to Kate's quiz:
1- American Bandstand - Dick Clark
2 - I can see her face, but cannot remember her name. She certainly got haggard looking after all the tenseness.
3 - Highschool rings
8 - Teased it.
7 - The Corvette?
10. Alan Shepard?
Name: Kate
Email:
Residing:
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 18:00:26
O. K. Harvey, try mine Kate
Name: Harvey Martin
Email: hsmartin@snip.net
Residing: Parkside
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 17:56:35
1. YWCA
2. Malted milk shake
3. Miss Irene and Miss Doris Yelton
4. 8 - Apollo, Boyd, Lyric, Mac, Roxy, Stanley, State and Washington
5. Newspaper
6. Boys
7. You wore a penny in the slot.
8. Basement
9. Salvation Army
10. Garry E. Boden
Name: Kate
Email:
Residing:
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 17:55:55
#6 BOYS #7 top of show you could insert a penny #8 the BASEMENT #9 Salvation Army Pat's questions, that was all I knew.
Name: Swore off posting
Email: Don't bring me out of retirement
Residing: Johns OLDCHESTERPA is a good addiction.
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 17:18:31
1. YMCA across from the NEWSSTAND. 2. Brown Cow 3. Yelton Sisters ( Irene & Doris ) 4. State, Stanley, Mac, Strand, Roxy, Lyric, Grand, Boyd, Apollo, 5. Early Chester Newspaper. 6. Who finished their homework. 7. There was a slit in the tongue area when you would put a shiney penny in. That was after the spit shine. 8. We had them in the 2nd parlor/dining room, back yard. 9. Salvation Army
10. 6th and Crosby...the Borden Bridge (?)
Name: Kate(N>D.65)
Email: lucydesi8@comcast.net
Residing: Panama Cty Beach,Fl.
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 17:05:22
Patricia, I will add a few easy questions,
#1 What t.v.show did everyone watch after school to learn the lastest dances & who was the Host in the 60's?
#2 Who revolutionized the feminist movement?
#3 What piece of jewelry was exchanged when you were going steady?
#4 What was the minimum wage in 1955?
#5 Name the hurricane that ripped thru Chester in the early 50's?
#6 Name 3 songs that were popular at Woodstock in the late 60's?
#7What car met it's demise at the hands of Ralph Nader in the 60's?
#8 What did we do to our hair in the 60's to keep it puffed up?
#9 Who was the rock star that starred in the rock opera Tommy?
#10 Who was the first astronaut to fly into space? Same rules as Patricia.
Name: HarryV CHS48
Email: hpvmdv@mchsi.com
Residing: Lewes De
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 16:50:01
Answers #1 YWCA #3 Doris & Irene Yelton #7 Had penny in tounge #9 Salvation Army
Name: Florence
Email:
Residing:
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 16:47:01
Pat, I forgot to sighn below are my answers florence
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 16:45:31
1. Y.M.C.A. 2Could be ? 3. torn between Carusso sisters or Dejohn sisters 4. Mac,Appollo,State,Boyd,Stanley,Lyric,Washington, Princess--8 5Newspaper 6-boys 7- You could put a little penny in the front 8-dining room 9- Salvation Army 10- Railroad bridge at 6th and Madison
Name: Pat McFadden (CHS50)
Email:
Residing:
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 16:20:35
Hi Florence - I just read your latest post. I was working on the questions while you were posting, I guess. I said we would start Sunday afternoon, forgetting that it's 4 o'clock back home while it's only 1 o'clock here. So, I may be late for you, but just right for me.
You have such a great memory, you should have no problem with this contest. I'll try to make the next set of questions more entertaining. For some reason, I'm having a hard time getting my silliness back.
Name: Pat McFadden (CHS '50)
Email:
Residing: Arizona
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 16:15:54
Well, here we go with our new contest. All questions and answers in this first segment will be centered around the mid 1930's to the end of 1950. Hopefully there will be questions concerning the 50's and 60's contributed by Kate or anyone else who cares to contributed.
As before, all weapons must be checked at the door, no harassment of players, and no tomato or rotten egg throwing and no dirty looks. Players are given at least 24 hours to answer and the winner will be determined by the time the answer was posted. One point will be given for each correct answer and the winner is entitled to post a star (*) with his name when signing onto the site. Some questions will be taken from what has previously been posted regarding life "in old Chester", others from information already provided by John on this site, and still others from the information given in Ms. Frysinger's book. HERE WE GO:
No. 1: Many schools and churches held dances in Chester. However, there was one place that was neither a school nor a church and it held dances on its rooftop. Name that establishment.
No. 2: McLaughlin's Coffee Shop at 8th and Welsh sold a drink consisting of either a chocolate milk shake or a root beer float. Name that drink.
No. 3: During WWII, two sisters who played accordion, danced and sang entertained the servicemen at the USO center in our area. Name these two sisters - last name also.
No.. 4: How many movie theaters did we have in Chester in the late 40's, and what were their names?
No. 5: What was "The Democrat"?
No. 6: What was the chief topic of conversation on the school bus taking the girls to Notre Dame?
No. 7: Why were "penny loafers" called penny loafers?
No. 8: When private parties were held by teens, for birthdays, holidays, etc., where in their home were these parties held?
No. 9: At Christmas time, what charitable organization accompanied carolers, rang bells and hung black pots for donations?
No. 10: What was the name of the bridge in downtown Chester, above which appeared our famous "What Chester Makes Makes Chester"?
OK, not so hard. Ready, set, go!!!!
Name: FlorenceCHS50
Email:
Residing:
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 15:07:27
Patricia, lets get something going. I wonder if we can have some fun . Let's not pay attention to insults and tell the younger people to post their memories no matter what. I remember once when I went to roller skating rink for the first time, iwas sore for two weeks. I remember I had to be in the house before the Goodwill's last bell rang at 8:30pm , no matter how old I was. Do you remember making a tail of yarn with a bare thread spool and 4 nails and then sewing it together. I rmember the older girl who lived next door to us at 9th and Walnut sts. sitting there and making doll clothes for my Deanna Durbin doll. I remember the Mac Theatre was a half of block a way and it didn't cost much to go.Sat Morning theatre at the Mac, news reel,Bring em back a live Frank Buck serial,all the different cowboy movies, Johnny MacBrown, Hop a long Cassidy, Rough Ryder,Roy and Dale, Gene Autry and Gabby hayes and Happy trails to you , Untill we meet again. Sgt.Preston of the Yukon and we could go on and on. I do remember all my very best friends and miss some of them dearly. I think we all miss our childhood and what went with it. The Way We Were.
Name: Caroline
Email:
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 14:43:44
Joan...
I added the link from John's menu. Sorry sometimes I close off without finishing.
It gave a chance for others to realize John has many other options on his website besides the NEWSSTAND. Since you asked, others will enter the link and perhaps be able to savor the taste of the Chester Hoagie. So many of the food providers have overnite shipping these days..
Name: Pat McFadden (CHS '50)
Email:
Residing: Arizona
Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 14:03:22
An Open Message to our Humble Webmaster.
John, in the name of everything that is good, can't something be done about the person who constantly criticizes nearly everyone's posts?
Not only has he driven away some people who add so much to your site, but now, newcomers hesitate to post for fear of being criticized.
The last thing you had in mind when you created this wonderful site, was to have everyone's post criticized. I notice that posts are getting fewer and fewer and it's just a matter of time before they will level off to zero. You might as well call it "The criticism site". Come on and post folks, so we can all have a good laugh at your expense. Nobody wants to be subject to that. Joan, in her last post, was in a sense defending what could be caused by this guy, and he even attacked her.
This guy is trying to destroy this site and he will succeed if nothing is done. I want this site to endure for years to come, so again, I say, it's not hard figuring out who the "destroyer" is. If someone is clever enough to send viruses through the internet, surely there is a way to block certain posts.
I post this in all due respect to you, John, and I'm sure you knew all the above without my telling you, but I do care and am concerned.
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Email:
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 00:38:42
From John's side menu---links---
http://www.dicostanzas.com/home.asp
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Email:
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Date: 23 Jun 2002
Time: 00:09:35
Joan, Did you move to Az. yet? check the phone book, why don't you??
Name: Joan
Email:
Residing:
Date: 22 Jun 2002
Time: 23:41:50
Does anyone have an address for DiCostanza's and Stacky's?
Name: Joan
Email:
Residing:
Date: 22 Jun 2002
Time: 23:33:42
Spam...you need not blame anyone here for creating a spam problem. I have a number of email addresses and the one I normally use is bombarded by spam. Much of it is porn. You leave a trail every time you sign onto the internet and visit a site. Cookies can kill you.
This is an open site. Anyone can troll and pick up email addresses. They either create mischief with the addresses or they collect them and sell them.
Virus laden email. It happens and it's getting more frequent because users are not taking precautions. Most of the time the sender doesn't know their computer is infected.
Name: Joan
Email:
Residing:
Date: 22 Jun 2002
Time: 23:33:19
Spam...you need not blame anyone here for creating a spam problem. I have a number of email addresses and the one I normally use is bombarded by spam. Much of it is porn. You leave a trail every time you sign onto the internet and visit a site. Cookies can kill you.
This is an open site. Anyone can troll and pick up email addresses. They either create mischief with the addresses or they collect them and sell them.
Virus laden email. It happens and it's getting more frequent because users are not taking precautions. Most of the time the sender doesn't know their computer is infected.
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Date: 22 Jun 2002
Time: 21:08:12
Name: Caroline
Email:
Residing:
Date: 22 Jun 2002
Time: 12:23:06
Bill C:
what a great plot plan of the Buckman Village Area..and its logo adds to the treasure. Its amazing that years ago one could spend so little and get so much..Thanks for sharing the blotter..
John your really working overtime on the pictures and information updates...about 18 schools in days past. Amazing that you were able to retrieve so many of the pictures.
Name: FlorenceCHS50
Email:
Residing:
Date: 22 Jun 2002
Time: 10:06:38
100 yrs. ago today the Chester Brewing Co. secured the title to the property at 6th and Potter sts. and Morton Ave.,Chester, and will shortly begin the erection of a very commodious and up to date hotel.
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Email:
Residing: Under a Viaduct
Date: 21 Jun 2002
Time: 21:32:07
Blood,sweat and tears? Now there's something I can relate to, David Clayton Thomas is great!! Is he from Arizona?
Name: Pat McFadden
Email:
Residing: Arizona
Date: 21 Jun 2002
Time: 19:45:49
I realize this virus problem is universal and practically every computer in existence is attacked at least once. However, because there is one particular person who posts here and has been "out to get me" for a long time, and because I was the FIRST PERSON here whose email address was used to forward porno, etc., I feel very strongly, very strongly, that that person is behind a good portion of this problem. I have received very good advice on how to handle this individual and I am just biding time, at this point. The worst thing that has happened is that it has created suspicion among friends, alienating some old friends, and oh, this individual has so much to answer for - if not here, on a higher plain of existence.
On the subject of renovation of Chester, I have been reading of all the projects taking place and it lifts my spirits and delights me. I do understand that the violence is intense and worrisome. However, I really need to say this again. I'm sure you realize that the perpetrators are out-of-work, poverty-stricken and drug-addicted individuals who have no self-respect. Granted, there are indeed people who get a thrill and have a need to live by the sword, but I do feel that if jobs were created in Chester (which seem to be evident by the renovations), and many drug programs initiated, we could possibly once again take pride in our city. It's not impossible. Lives are being changed everyday for the better, everywhere.
When people feel needed and loved, they don't resort to violence. These are just my personal feelings, and I wish I had the resources, finances and expertise to do all of the above.
I pray that God, in his mercy, bestow his blessings once again upon Chester, PA, enlighten the disturbed individuals and restore the pride everyone felt at one time in a little city lost in history that at the beginning of this fine nation, contributed its blood, sweat and tears.
Name: FlorenceCHS50
Email:
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Date: 21 Jun 2002
Time: 18:13:26
Terry, This has been happening to me for the past month. At least 5 or 6 a day. Don't open them. They are driving me crazy.
Name: mike
Email:
Residing: KEY WEST,FLA
Date: 21 Jun 2002
Time: 17:49:13
hey john, this no name character has no positive input or anything worthwhile to contribute to this site, i ask you that none of his entrys be posted since he only attacks and trys to belittle all who enjoy the chester web site...thanx john, mike
Name: Terry Redden Peters
Email:
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Date: 21 Jun 2002
Time: 16:59:55
I have a question for everyone whose e-mail address is listed on this website. In recent weeks, I have received an enormous amount (sometimes 4 per day) of strange e-mails, ALL with attachments. I have not opened any of the attachments, but I believe the sender is attempting to spread a virus.
The only place my e-mail address is public is on the oldchesterpa.com website.
Last week, one of the e-mails was sent using John Bullock's address. When I contacted him, John warned me not to open it -- that someone had hacked this site and sent e-mails to everyone in John's address book.
Is anyone else experiencing this? It's been happening for several weeks to me. Thanks for your input.
Name: C.
Email:
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Date: 21 Jun 2002
Time: 15:01:45
Florence:
I recall reading recently that there are plans in the works regarding just that subject. That the city is doing what is necessary to achieve a safe end for the residence and new business they hope to attract back into Chester. Unless this is accomplished business that requires 3 shift or overtime hours won't risk the safety of their employees. A Business has to carry insurance and if an employer has to carry higher priced risk insurance to open, they will look elsewhere.
The City is aware that: The draw back to the city is Safety for the people not just a plan to renovate and rent out space.
Name: FlorenceCHS50
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Date: 21 Jun 2002
Time: 14:22:49
In today's times it says: Many good things are happening in Chester, but all of them may be for naught if the city can't do anything about the gun voilence that has terrorized its neighborhoods . Their is an editorial on page 18 of the paper.
Name: Caroline
Email:
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Date: 21 Jun 2002
Time: 12:34:49
Sorry, forgot to sign last post. Regarding RI
Caroline
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Date: 21 Jun 2002
Time: 12:27:48
The folling is from Johns' WHAT's NEW section. You can see the City is on a forward move. *********************************************** Renovation work is well underway on the new City Hall at the foot of 4th & Market St. and also sidewalk renovations on Market St. between 4th & 5th are progressing. Also in this block will be the new Delaware County Historical Society's library and museum and I understand that a restaurant is in the planning stages for one of the other two buildings to the north of the old 1724 Courthouse.
*********************************************** There are pictures that John took last week. Check it out. ********************************************** I don't know if anyone has been to Providence RI but the Mayor there took a decaying city and turned it around. It started in the 70's, but really seemed to move about 5 years ago.
In the past 5 years they have moved highways and railroad tracks, uncovered and moved rivers and torn down places to rebuild.
If you are interested in reading about a impossible dream that came true from total decay I have included first the News letter regarding the History of their Revitalizing. Click on home to see a charming rebirth. It is at the top of the following address.
http://www.providenceri.com/history/christinanifong.html
That Mayor had a dream....Chester's Mayor has a dream ...his roots run deep in Chester.
Name: Tom CHS76
Email: t9257"CHS76"@yahoo.com
Residing:
Date: 21 Jun 2002
Time: 11:45:44
Kate: Under neighborhoods - McCaffery Village
Name: hgc /pmc '59
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Date: 21 Jun 2002
Time: 11:40:14
tom;you are right ,but highland ave runs into it also,it is a big chunk of land,the city has plans for its own park and marina up to the barry bridge,i will be watching that with great interest,i hope they can bring it off.outside of a boat repair(tugboat)and the trash to steam and other refuse processing operations there is not much there now. certainly peco is out of there.i think most of peco's operation is now in eddystone.todays daily times has an article about an architectural firm buying 418 ave of the states,(the former district court bldg),which was vacated a number of years ago because of building codes violation(s).the district courts are now in the old federal building which the city acquired a few years ago.social security is in its own building at 8th and crosby.
Name: Kate
Email:
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Date: 21 Jun 2002
Time: 10:49:17
Hey Tom, what section are the pictures in? Thanks, Kate
Name: Tom CHS76
Email: t9257"CHS76"@yahoo.com
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Date: 21 Jun 2002
Time: 10:49:01
Hgc: Actually the building you are talking about is on Front & Jeffries St. next to the old West End Boat Club. That's where they are refurbing the old PECO generating plant and putting the marina.
Name: Tom CHS76
Email: t9257"CHS76"@yahoo.com
Residing: PA
Date: 21 Jun 2002
Time: 10:43:00