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Date: 28 Feb 2003
Time: 20:37:53

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"It is sure amazing how people who don't live in Chester has the most to say about Chester. We might be living in the past, but the question I raise is have you ever lived in Chester? And if so, what are you doing to try and make it a better place."

That was very nice. But, alas you are just tasting what took Washington, DC a long time to recover from that horrendous riot in '68. When I arrived in DC in '71 to attend college in the Northeast area which was decimated by the riot of '68 I doubt Chester has ever experienced that devastation that happened in DC. In the '70's I used to walk home from the Chester train station to my home ,I felt safe, until one day in Chester shopping for things to take back to college and was accosted by a few thugs asking for money and I only had 35 cents for a bus fare to get home, that's when I decided if I ever want to come home again get off somewhere else.

There is hope for Chester one day...look at what happened to Wilmington..and not to forget Washington, DC in the Northeast area it's come a long way Chester can come back.


Name: Dan CHS54
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Date: 28 Feb 2003
Time: 18:18:24

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Duffy--Sorry, I chose the word schedule to avoid saying that Guidance Counsellors have no class(es).If I had said that, John would be perturbed with both of us.


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Date: 28 Feb 2003
Time: 16:56:22

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It is sure amazing how people who don't live in Chester has the most to say about Chester. We might be living in the past, but the question I raise is have you ever lived in Chester? And if so, what are you doing to try and make it a better place. I knew Officer Beverly and is sadden by this tragedy. But, this tragedy does not represent the whole entire city.


Name: BLUE STEEL
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Residing: LANCASTER PA.
Date: 28 Feb 2003
Time: 16:53:17

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How true!Highland Gardens is the most dangerous neighborhood in Chester.How quick everyone is to say how nice it is.Littered with trash drug dealers on ever corner??Your living in the past folks.And need I bring up Police Officer Michael Beverly who was murdered a yearand a half ago in the Gardens??I didnt think so!!


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Date: 28 Feb 2003
Time: 15:37:22

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it's funny how so many people get all worked up about the truth of what is the city of Chester now, your stuck in memories not reality


Name: Bill Melvin
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Date: 28 Feb 2003
Time: 13:47:13

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I go back to visit my parents once a year so I already know how bad it is. My point was that not everyone who lives there is a drug dealer or can afford to move just because you and Kylie say they should. Next time try reading before you comment.


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Date: 28 Feb 2003
Time: 12:32:45

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Thank God Kiley got out of Chester, and now lives in beautiful downtown Claymont. You really moved up old pal.


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Date: 28 Feb 2003
Time: 12:17:23

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Hey Kiley, you are so right. How can anyone live there, they must live in terror and the guy from Ks. ought to check the Gardens out in person, who would want the parents to have to stay in that drug-infested hell-hole.


Name: MARY LOU
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Date: 28 Feb 2003
Time: 11:23:26

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THANK YOU TO ALL WHO RESPONED ABOUT PEOPLE I LISTED FOR SMEDLEY REUNION. WE HAVE A FAIR TURN OUT AND STILL HOPE TO FIND MORE PEOPLE. WE WILL MENTION JOEY MCCABE IN REMEMBERANCE .


Name: Duffy
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Date: 28 Feb 2003
Time: 09:01:45

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DanCHS54 I was also a Guidance DIRECTOR and an administrator so there were schedules and endless (not always profitable) committees, duties, evening meetings, etc etc. John's workout schedule was plastered all over the Delcotimes--He's lost his privacy. But he was (when I knew him) a charming chap


Name: Terry Owsiany McHugh
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Residing: FL
Date: 28 Feb 2003
Time: 08:37:10

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OWSHANY?? Kiley, even in your anger you have made me laugh. Haven't seen it spelled that way in years. Pronounced that way, yes. A good Polish name made to sound Irish.


Name: Bill Melvin
Email: wdmelvin@colbyweb.com
Residing: Colby,Ks
Date: 28 Feb 2003
Time: 08:02:31

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Kiley, That last comment was insensitive and for that matter just plain stupid. My parents still live in the Gardens and so does my aunt for that matter. They are not "drug infested" nor can they afford to "migrate" anywhere. They still live there because they own the houses they're in (bought over thirty years ago when the Gardens were still a good place) and due to the condition of the neighborhood they wouldn't get enough money to buy a box of crackerjacks let alone a nicer house in another neighborhood. Don't put down the entire place because of the actions of a few and don't write about things you don't have any knowledge of.


Name: Kiley
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Date: 28 Feb 2003
Time: 07:20:46

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THEY NEED TO TEAR THE GARDENS DOWN AND LEAVE IT AS IT IS... EMPTY... LET THEM MIGRATE SOMEWHERE ELSE.. THIS IS A HORRIBLE SITE..SHAME ON ALL YOU WHO LIVE THERE.... AND I COULD CARE LESS WHAT OWSHAWNY SAYS...ITS NOTHING BUT DRUG INFESTED.


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Date: 28 Feb 2003
Time: 07:14:38

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Jonesy in the AM 103.9fm The Beat on your radio. Off the hook! 5:30am to 10am. Also check out Missjones.net


Name: Current Chesterite
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Residing: Chester, Pa.
Date: 28 Feb 2003
Time: 06:15:21

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Apparently you didn't even understand what I wrote, it went straight over your head. I am not angry about anything at all. I have been to Italy, Germany, Japan, Korea,The Azores and throughout the United States while playing sports, and while in the military. I also went to two colleges, and both were out of the state of Pennsylvania. I came back to Chester because I wanted to, not because I had to. You and some others completely missed my point. I was asking for a balance. I want to see the eagerness of people like former Chesterite and yourself (probably the same person), to share with the readers some of the positive stories that appear in the Daily Times, and not just the negative ones. I am a very happy person, and glad to be back home. I hope you can comprehend this a little better.


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Date: 27 Feb 2003
Time: 22:25:35

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Thanks ex-chesterite for keeping it real, the other guy is just mad cause he still lives in Chester.


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Date: 27 Feb 2003
Time: 21:59:30

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I also will like to know where Dottie Reynolds is.I know her as Dottie Kanuika.I grew up with her daughter Jill.


Name: Terry Owsiany McHugh
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Residing: Fl
Date: 27 Feb 2003
Time: 21:56:35

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Well said Carol! I read the article too, and although it makes one sad to read what has become of the gardens, the story was encouraging to the extent that something is being done. There are many fine people still living in the gardens and elsewhere in Chester and their's is the fate of many other city dwellers. But we all are surrounded by it, no matter where we live. It's everywhere and seems like a never ending battle both for the users and law enforcement. I say kudos to the agencies that worked together to remove some of the problem in the gardens!! The may turn the city we love upside down and inside out but it will always been "our town"


Name: FC(CHS)68
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Date: 27 Feb 2003
Time: 21:28:47

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To Jim McKinney-The Voc is no longer used by the students. They moved everyone including the kitchen over to the new high school.


Name: Judy
Email: jumack@state.pa.us
Residing: Brandywine 100, De
Date: 27 Feb 2003
Time: 21:28:29

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Hi Linda, It's funny you wrote about your dad. I have been looking for people who would have graduated with my dad. He would have been 84 on February 20th. he attended Chester High but didn't graduate because of financial difficulties at the time. His name was Bill Talbot & if anyone has any info I'd love to hear from you. My dad died in 1966 and I didn't really get to know that much about him when he was young and all. Sorry for your loss.


Name: FC(CHS)68
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Date: 27 Feb 2003
Time: 21:16:28

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To Mary Lou- if you check the class of 68 sign in, you will see that Bruno Biten is up in Mass. Try to e-mail him.


Name: Carol (Moffett) Andrews
Email: VaBchMimi@cox.net
Residing: Virginia Beach, VA
Date: 27 Feb 2003
Time: 21:13:51

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Former Chesterite,

I went to the web site and read the story. Unfortunately, this story is the same in towns and cities across America, not just Chester. It's a shame what drugs can do to a city and to the people who use them. When you are a drug user, you live in a self encarceration that no jail can match. I am not a drug user, but a friend of mine was. These are his words. Your first high is the best. After that it becomes a chase of a lifetime. You forever chase that euphoric feeling but never find it again. Then it just becomes a need. A need that consumes your whole life. And nothing is more important than your next hit. You'll do anything to get it, steal, lie, sell yourself. I live in Virginia Beach, VA A great resort area ! But there are places in Virginia Beach I wouldn't go. I don't know why the bad always gets more attention than the good. But it does. It probably sells more papers, ya think ? I'm glad to see the ATF cleaned that drug ring up. But as you see, it didn't get everyone. And those that snitch. Well, you saw what they get. That's how the big guys in the ring stay out of jail. FEAR ! If you're gonna snitch on them, you better fear for yourself, your family and your friends. Because it doesn't matter to them what they have to do to get you to keep your mouth shut. And if you end up in jail, well, they can get you there too. I'm sure Chester still has a lot of good qualities. You might need to look a little harder, but I'm sure they're there. I know the Chester of my childhood days was a wonderful place. I'm sure some of it is still left. If people would just smarten up and not buy the drugs, the dealers wouldn't have a market. Would they? But all is easier said than done. May we all have the courage and strength to do what is right. To love each other, in spite of our faults. And to care about what happens to each other. To extend the same kind of kindness we would like to receive ourselves. It can start with you.

A Chesterite always !


Name: Dan CHS54
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Date: 27 Feb 2003
Time: 19:15:35

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Duffy---If I understand you correctly, you and John were Guidance Counsellors. Those are teachers who don't have a schedule aren't they. Since he can't keep you from the reunion, John may turn you in for violation of his Right to Privacy. That's the other side of his personality


Name: CURRENT CHESTER
Email: POSITIVEPRESS@NIXNEGATIVE.STOPHATE
Residing: CHESTER,PA.
Date: 27 Feb 2003
Time: 19:12:05

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FORMER CHESTERITE. THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH SHARING THIS NEWS WITH EVERYONE. NO LAW ABIDING CITIZEN CONDONES THESE CRIMINALS, INCLUDING MYSELF. HOWEVER, I HOPE YOU ARE JUST AS EAGER TO POST MANY OF THE POSITVE NEWS COMING OUT OF CHESTER, PA. I HAVEN'T SEEN TO THIS DATE A POST BY YOU, (FORMER CHESTERITE) ACTUALLY HIGHLIGHTING A STORY IN THE DELAWARE COUNTY TIMES THAT DEPICTS A GOOD,WHOLESOME, POSITIVE PIECE OF NEWS. NOW BEFORE SOME NITWIT/DOPE RESPONDS WITH THE STATEMENT THAT IT'S BECAUSE CHESTER,PA. DOESN'T HAVE ANY CURRENT GOOD NEWS, MAYBE YOU ARE JUST NOT CHOOSING TO READ ABOUT ALL OF THE POSITIVES. THERE ARE QUITE A FEW. LOOKING FORWARD TO READING SOME OF YOUR POSITIVE POST'S, FORMER CHESTERITE. ON ANOTHER NOTE, SHARE SOME OF THE CRIME STORIES THAT HAPPEN IN YOUR CURRENT NEIGHBORHOOD. ALL IS NOT TOTALLY WELL IN YOUR SUBURBAN TOWNS EITHER. QUE US IN ON THE LATEST DRUG BUST IN YOUR NEW COMMUNITY ALSO. WE WANT TO KNOW ABOUT THAT AS WELL. DON'T GET IT TWISTED, AND PLEASE KEEP IT VERY REAL.


Name: Duffy
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Date: 27 Feb 2003
Time: 17:10:52

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DanChs54 John and I were in the same Algebra I class but not in the same graduating class. Students were mixed in some of the math classes.

John Mills: It was more like 99.99% That's why he served in High School Guidance (incidentally so did I for several years) He served as his penance for "creative copying". I served because I wanted to rescue the other math-challenged students and help them become basketball superstars.

But John did have "personality"!


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Date: 27 Feb 2003
Time: 15:19:02

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Date: 27 Feb 2003
Time: 14:16:56

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Looking for Dottie Reynolds,from South Media. aka Breese,Ryan,Kanuika. Last I spoke with her she was married to Steve Kanuika. Where are you? Do you remember Opie?


Name: JOHN MILLS CHS 55
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Date: 27 Feb 2003
Time: 13:38:53

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DUFFY I SPOKE TO JOHN THIS MORNING AND HE TOLD ME THAT HE ONLY COPIED FROM YOUR PAPER THREE QUARTERS OF THE TIME.


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Date: 27 Feb 2003
Time: 13:30:53

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It's only the tip of the iceburg!


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Date: 27 Feb 2003
Time: 13:22:59

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http://www.delcotimes.com/site/news.cfm?newsid=7198292&BRD=1675&PAG=461&dept_id=18171&rfi=6

this is horrible,but it is a reality of Highland Gardens now, a place where I used to be able to walk thru fear free


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Date: 26 Feb 2003
Time: 21:12:27

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Nice Pix in the Times Bill L


Name: Stablegirl
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Residing: Wallingford
Date: 26 Feb 2003
Time: 21:04:15

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John,

Sorry about that. My father's name was Everett E. Winfree. He would have been 84 on March 1st. He graduated from Chester High in 1937.


Name: Dan CHS 54
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Date: 26 Feb 2003
Time: 19:11:15

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Duffy--Be careful. John might leave you off the next reunion list.


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Date: 26 Feb 2003
Time: 18:34:45

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Joey McCabe just passed away about a month and a holf ago from cancer. Went to the funeral


Name: Lorraine
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Date: 26 Feb 2003
Time: 18:17:19

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Hey Libby, It's Lorraine not Lorannie. Looking forward to seeing you. I didn't see Pat today will look for her tomorrow. See you soon. Lorraine


Name: Linda Winfree
Email: Stablegirl@erols.com
Residing: Wallingford
Date: 26 Feb 2003
Time: 16:21:29

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Dear All,

My father was also a visitor to your website. He grew up in Chester at 7th and Barclay then moved to Madison Street. He went to Chester High and married his childhood sweetheart, Mildred Traub. They were married 56 years when my dad passed away this past April. I would like to have his name added to the obituary list. He was the nephew of Howard Winfree who was the police chief of Chester during the 50s. He was also the nephew of Sam D'Amato who is pictured in the mounted police photo. My dad really enjoyed reading the news in this site. Is there anyone out there who may have known my dad? After he and my mom married they moved to MacDonald Street where they resided until 1958 when we moved to Chester Heights. I went to Lincoln School until we moved and then I went to Garnet Valley. It would be nice to hear from any old Lincolnites.


Name: john
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Date: 26 Feb 2003
Time: 16:08:53

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Joe Mccabe passed away last year.


Name: Paula
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Date: 26 Feb 2003
Time: 11:34:52

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To Mary Lou: FYI - From information passed on to me, I believe Linda Caffo still lives in the same house in Sun Village where she grew up.


Name: MARYLOU
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Date: 26 Feb 2003
Time: 11:32:19

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SOME MORE MISSING SMEDLEY JR HIGH CLASS MEMBERS IF YOU KNOW ANY OF THEM PLEASE REFER THEM TO THE REUNION PAGE OF THIS SITE. BOBBY BRAMBLE,ROMEO D'RIZZIO, JOEY MCABE, MARY MCCABE, AIDEN BRADY, LINDA CAFFO,MARIE FAZIO,JACKIE LARSON,SANDY KALEES, ELLIOT SNYDER, CHARLES CULLEM, BILLY CHEW, WE WANT AS MANY PEOPLE AS POSSIBLE. SO SPREAD THE WORD.


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Date: 26 Feb 2003
Time: 06:08:00

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Clean too..


Name: BLUE STEEL
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Residing: MARS

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THE SUNGATE DINNER HAS JUST REOPENED AT THE OLD RAINBOW.AND I THINK IT WILL BE A GREAT SUCCESS.GREAT BREAKFAST AND IT SEEMS IT HAS AN AWESOME LUNCH AND DINNER MEMU!!CHECK IT OUT AND LET EVERYONE KNOW.THIS IS JUST WHAT THE HOOK NEEDS GREAT FOOD AND GOOD PRICES!!!!!!!!!!!


Name: Kate
Email: brit1675@bellsouth.net
Residing: Panama City Beach,Fl.

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Hey Bobby C, Remember playing at the Gateway on 9th St. My mom was bartending and I was helping. And years later you were at the Wooden Keg up near Landsdowne and we talked. And I can never forget the Madrid, You guys were great musicians and singers. Thanks for the memories, Kate (Nolan) Brittian


Name: Tim Ruger
Email: TJRDrummer@earthlink.net
Residing: Naples Fla.

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I just wanted to Thank the Old Chester website for finding an old friend of mine Bobby C. He told me people kept coming up to him telling him someone was talking about him on the computer. He told me he didn't have a computer. I guess the old Chester grapevine is as strong as ever. Amazing


Name: Bill Locke
Email: wlocke2@comcast.net
Residing: Claymont,DE
Date: 25 Feb 2003
Time: 17:39:13

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MARCUS HOOK DINER HAS REOPENED.IT IS NOW CALLED SUNGATE DINER.


Name: Jim Mc Kinney
Email: Decardconn@aol.com
Residing: Wilmington De
Date: 25 Feb 2003
Time: 12:38:44

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I rode by the old Chester High School Today & i was wondering if the Vocational Building was still being used by students today I spent 3 years in the VOC ans was wondering HEY Bobby C good to see you here in Old chester Pa Let us all know Where your playing next & maybe a bunch will stop in to see ya Hell Bobby ill even try to drag my brother Wes with me!!


Name: marylou
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Date: 25 Feb 2003
Time: 11:41:48

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still looking for members of smedley jr high class of 65. anyone know; the krynack twins, david shanko,teddy howett,bruno bittin,dottie ferguson,pam, can,t remember her last name, lived on green street hung around with debbie corson,gerry springman,the stevenson twins. please tell them to check out the reunion page on this site for info.


Name: Chris Bunker
Email: cbunker@attglobal.net
Residing: Boynton Beach, FL
Date: 25 Feb 2003
Time: 10:21:54

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I am enjoying the website very much. Keep up the good work. Chris CHS '58


Name: Walt Luzak
Email: wluzak@comcast.net
Residing: South Jersey
Date: 25 Feb 2003
Time: 09:35:25

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I came from the 6th and Wilson area in the West End of chester. Curious to know if anyone else is from that area. (Hoffman's Grocery, "The Park" where they always had softball games going on in the summer and getting that Water Ice from the truck)


Name: Wayne Weathers
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Residing: Durham, NC
Date: 25 Feb 2003
Time: 09:01:04

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To those who have fond and great memories about Wildwood, do you remember the little train cart that would take you from one end of the boardwalk to the other. Do you know that they are still using that same message in order to ask people to get out of the way. The train message would state "Watch the train car please." I was in Wildwood last summer and just and laughed when I heard that same message.


Name: hgc/pmc59
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Residing: delco area
Date: 25 Feb 2003
Time: 08:39:01

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to vince stj 56 ,the guy still yells GET YOUR FUDGIE WUDGIE on the beach on wildwood,n.j.,they use a wide wheeled cart,to ride over the sand. YEAH I KNOW THIS IS OLDCHESTER WEB SITE.but you can bet they are not selling fudgie wudgies on the beach today!


Name: LIBBY
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Residing: AUSTRALIA
Date: 25 Feb 2003
Time: 04:09:27

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Hey Lorannie, I hope you get this email before March 23rd,,,, I'm coming back to the states for a month. I'll be in Pa for about 9 days then takeing the auto train to Flordia with my sister and brother. I'm going to see my brother Johnny. He's not doing to well,, you know he has tongue cancer?? Then I'll be flying over to see Joyce in Tenn. I'll be there for Easter and leave to go back to Australia on April 22nd. I hope we all can get together. I sent Pat a email,,, I hope she reads it. If you see her,, tell her to go on her computer and have a look. Hope all is well you all up there....lol... It's been very HOT down here. I can't complain though,,,,it's better than snow!!!!!! Well,,,I hope you get this email. I hope to hear back from you as soon as you can. Take care. See you soon,,, Libby


Name: BOBBY C
Email: FancyFace252"no spam"@msn.com
Residing: Chester PA
Date: 25 Feb 2003
Time: 01:09:08

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Bobby C musician from the chester PA. area who played with the Bobby C. Trio and Danny and the Juniors looking for lost friends and fellow musicians. Eamil me.


Name: BOBBY C
Email: FancyFace252"no spam"@MSN.com
Residing: Chester Twp
Date: 24 Feb 2003
Time: 23:40:02

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HEY HEY This is Bobby C....Heard someone was looking for me! HEY TIMMY! Get back to me would love to talk with you! So much to talk about.


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Date: 24 Feb 2003
Time: 22:25:51

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Barbara F: Did your parents eventually move to Woodlyn...Fairview Road and McDade Blvd.


Name: barbara ferrer
Email: pluma"spamless"luna@aol.com
Residing: burns, tennessee
Date: 24 Feb 2003
Time: 21:20:07

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Both of my parents grew up in Chester...one on one side; the other on the opposite side. (They say "opposites attract". Carmen and Helen had Carmen's Rug and Carpet Service on Rose Street. Chester was a big part of my life as I was growing up. I spent a lot of time at the carpet store...watching and learning what "hard work" was all about in the "good old days".

One fond memory I have is when my father would drop off my mother and myself in Downtown Chester on a Friday night now and then. It was a big deal to me then; and it will always leave a lasting impression. I remember the newsstand. I remember Spear's. I remember the attractive window displays. I remember Pep Boys...Manny, Moe and Jack.

This website is great. My parents even gave me one of the mugs offered here. What a nice memory.


Name: Vince STJ 56
Email: vcasciat@tampabay.rr.com
Residing: St.Pete,Florida
Date: 24 Feb 2003
Time: 15:16:31

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I'm not to sure about Atlantic City but I remember on the beach in Wildwood one of the ice cream venders always shouted out " Get your Fuggie wuggie here,give your tongue a slay ride".I remember how deep thier shoes would dig into the sand carrying that heavy box. Just think ,selling ice cream was most likly the hottest job on the beach.


Name: Judy
Email: jumack@state.pa.us
Residing: Brandywine 100  De
Date: 24 Feb 2003
Time: 13:21:41

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Hi Andrea. Rocco and Nino were friends of my parents. Rocco was suppose to deliver me and he got posion ivy and Nino had to. Nino would give my parents tickets to the Opera and I would go with my mom when his wife sang. He use to buy in our grocery store in Ridley too. I have a lot of fond memories of him.


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Date: 24 Feb 2003
Time: 11:58:48

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http://www.oldchesterpa.com/smedley_65_reunion.htm


Name: Paula
Email: padryden7"no spam"@yahoo.com
Residing: Drexel Hill, PA
Date: 24 Feb 2003
Time: 11:50:17

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To Mary Lou, I saw your posting regarding the Smedley class of 65 reunion. I am Joyce Locowicki's sister and I will let her know about the reunion. She does not have a computer. Is there someone she can call? Thanks.


Name: Paul D. Crowther
Email: pcrowther4@cogeco.ca
Residing: St. Catharines,Ontario
Date: 24 Feb 2003
Time: 10:44:34

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Thanks for the interesting info. Ed. Too many times the powers that be will not implement any ideas or suggestions unless they are their own. The trick is to make them think it was their idea. The world needs more people to submit possible solutions instead of constant negative,rude and inconsiderate remarks about those who try.


Name: Duffy
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Date: 24 Feb 2003
Time: 09:14:29

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Read about John Lazek in Gebhart's column. We sat next to each other in Algebra I in CHS He always copied off my paper (joking, of course)


Name: Tekla
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Date: 23 Feb 2003
Time: 20:05:46

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I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream For Ice Cream

I too remember the bikes but on the beach at Atlantic City..the peddler then removed his ice cream box and walked the sand selling his goodies singing his song..there were more verses but can't remember them. Loved Honey Suckle Chocolate.


Name: Paul D. Crowther
Email: pcrowther4@cogeco.ca
Residing: St. Catharines,Ontario
Date: 23 Feb 2003
Time: 19:53:57

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John... Remember those bikes quite well . Pedalled one for a bit. Hard work!


Name: John
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Residing: Aston
Date: 23 Feb 2003
Time: 19:45:50

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Who remembers the 3 wheel bycycle with a ice box on the front wheel selling ice creame. dry ice kept the ice creame frozen.


Name: Ed Archacki
Email: earchacki@cox.net
Residing: Phoenix
Date: 23 Feb 2003
Time: 18:56:08

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Being from Chester and recently visiting and also reading these posts I thought the following artical from my local newspaper would be of interest. I would love to see Chester ReBorn again and will help in any way possible. Hope im not being foward and rude sending this, it is long but good reading.

People, vision keys to urban renewal John Stearns, Tom Zoellner and Craig Harris The Arizona Republic Feb. 23, 2003 12:00 AM "What is the city but the people?" - William Shakespeare, Coriolanus, Act III Downtowns that work have a common ingredient: people. The mix includes visionary politicians, motivated shop owners, deep-pocketed developers, loft dwellers and artists on street corners performing for pocket change. Vibrant downtowns have a visual human mosaic: lawyers in suits mingling with techies with chin-studs and fuchsia hair. Attracting those people requires a combination of investment, safety, friendliness and the kind of real urban cool you won't find in a mall. Cities have been fighting to reclaim their aging, neglected cores, with varying levels of success, for the past 30 years. Phoenix, late to the redevelopment game because its growth came later than older cities', has been working to improve its downtown for the past 15 years with the addition of sports facilities, restaurants, residential lofts and additional offices. A $600 million Phoenix Civic Plaza expansion and a light rail project are seen as linchpins of future development. How can Phoenix further rekindle downtown? What can it learn from the cities that have passed this way? Ingredients vary with the personality of the city and the region, but there are constants. Winning cities have strong planning, politicians who take chances, timely investment and an engaged citizenry. Some examples:

• In Denver, government financial support helped play a key role in turning a dishwater-dull warehouse district into a major cultural neighborhood full of shops, microbreweries and dot.com start-ups.

• Portland, Ore., built a model downtown by replacing a freeway with a park and drawing a controversial urban growth boundary to focus development inward.

• In Indianapolis, corporate philanthropists played a major role in transforming downtown. The Lilly Endowment has given $1.15 billion over three decades to help redefine what was once known as "Indianoplace."

• In San Diego, a non-profit corporation helped turn a sailor's ghetto into one of the West Coast's most densely packed nightlife districts.

• Houston downtown advocates commissioned a 1993 study that found young residents were hungering for a missing "cool factor" in their housing choices. Loft builders seized on the opportunity, and the downtown population swelled by 69 percent. Networks "There are no silver bullets in this business," said Ethan Seltzer, director of the Institute of Portland Metropolitan Studies at Portland State University. "There are silver networks." One of the most critical pieces in that network is housing, which creates a 24-hour population base. And retail follows residents, which then attracts more people and the snowball grows. Beyond that, a certain sense of place and special attractions help bring character and appeal. "The rest of the city has to have an appreciation of how important the downtown is," said Denver Mayor Wellington Webb, who heads a city acknowledged for successfully transforming its downtown. San Diego, Portland and Indianapolis receive similar accolades. There's another factor at work when it comes to reviving a downtown: raw profit motive. "It's kind of an enlightened self-interest we have here," said Jodie Sinclair of the Houston Downtown Management District. "If you owned one of these towers," she said, gesturing out her 16th-story window at Texas' biggest skyline, "you wouldn't want to see the property values decline and city services go away because your downtown has failed." But Houston, like Phoenix, continues to struggle with creating a real sense of place in a downtown left hollow by suburban flight of the 1950s. Both cities have placed sports facilities downtown to restore suburban connections, but suburbanites haven't lingered much before or after the games. Denver: Juggling the mix Allan Wallis, an associate professor of public policy at the University of Colorado at Denver, likened efforts in the Mile High City to building a "very elaborate stage set." The goal is to get the right mix of dancers "so you get music and not noise." The result in Denver, once referred to as a "cowtown," has been startling. "It's a very significantly transformed city," Wallis said of the connection among the arts, stores, sports, conventions, residents and visitors. Its downtown includes trendy lofts, myriad restaurants, efficient transportation and sophisticated cultural attractions. The Denver Art Museum is embarking on a major expansion that will nearly double its size, designed by renowned architect Daniel Libeskind. Across downtown are three pro sports facilities, an aquarium, a theme park and an expansive park and path system along the South Platte River. Much of the progress would not have been possible without numerous citizen-approved tax hikes to help fund the projects, said Rich Grant, spokesman for the Denver Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau. For example, citizens in the seven-county region of metropolitan Denver have long supported a sales tax of 1 cent on every $10 to help fund arts, science and culture. "These things don't come free," Grant said. In a 1999 special initiative, citizens OK'd doubling the size of the Colorado Convention Center in downtown Denver, a facility that has been important to the health of the nearby Denver Pavilions shopping mall. "It has certainly worked to our benefit because our conventioneers are just vital to our success," said Pavilions General Manager Susan Cantwell. Downtown resident Mark Alexander praised Denver's greenways and paths. But the landscape architect still sees a city that needs to be more pedestrian-friendly. "It's very clear to me that Denver has a long way to go," he said. "All the little pockets downtown are still places you drive to, except for this few-block anomaly," he said of the historic lower downtown area. Portland: Lose the car In Portland, walking rules. "We honor the pedestrian and not the automobile," Mayor Vera Katz said. That's evident throughout the city, where myriad elements, from the Oregon Convention Center to Portland State University to downtown shopping and office districts to neighborhoods like the Pearl District, are connected via light rail or streetcar. Someone can live in the Pearl District on one side of downtown and easily walk or travel by streetcar to the other side. "It's very approachable and very pedestrian-oriented," said consultant Dean Runyan, who commutes to his home outside downtown via bicycle when weather permits. In large part, that's due to the links via sidewalk, rail, bus, greenway and bike path. RiverPlace, an early commercial and residential development on the Willamette River, is one of many areas connected via paths to the waterfront and within an easy walk of downtown's central core. Portland's streetcar, which now ends at Portland State on the south, is targeted to run to RiverPlace and then to the planned North Macadam Project on former industrial land just south of RiverPlace. North Macadam will include new facilities for Oregon Health Sciences University, now on a hill above North Macadam, plus commercial and residential developments. All will connect to the hill via a planned tram, which will connect to the streetcar. Progress has been deliberate, requiring perseverance and patience. Former Portland Mayor Neil Goldschmidt remembers vicious battles in the early 1970s to save unique neighborhoods from being razed by freeways meant to shuttle people to the suburbs. "The core of our value proposition was that great cities require great neighborhoods," Goldschmidt said. "The transportation battles were pretty ugly. But everybody fought the fight. On our side, they were a fight about neighborhoods." Indy: A partnership To the east, downtown Indianapolis has made remarkable strides. Although famous for its once-a-year 500-mile auto race in suburban Speedway, until the Lilly Endowment stepped up, downtown Indianapolis had little to offer except a stately capitol. The private foundation of pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly and Co. in 1974 started pouring millions of dollars into downtown brick-and-mortar projects. The foundation helped finance the Hoosier Dome, which lured the NFL Colts from Baltimore and later became the RCA Dome; a 64-acre zoo and aquarium that has up to five daily dolphin shows; the NCAA headquarters and museum; and the 60,000-square-foot Indiana State Museum, which holds 400,000 Hoosier artifacts. The foundation also contributed heavily toward downtown tennis and track stadiums, an ice skating facility and Market Square Arena, where the NBA Pacers played until it was destroyed and replaced in 1999 by Conseco Fieldhouse. Total capital contributions to downtown and the rest of the city have totaled $383.7 million, according to foundation records. The $10 billion foundation, created in 1937 by three Lilly family members and financed with 158 million shares of company stock, also has donated $767.4 million toward social programs in the Indianapolis area over the past 30 years. And in the early 1990s, with the country in a recession and Indianapolis in danger of losing a new downtown retail center, the Lilly company became an investor to help save the now popular Circle Centre Mall. "Lest any politician or any civic leader get too self-congratulatory, they should realize much of the revitalization would not have happened without the Lilly Endowment," Mayor Bart Peterson said. "There is nothing in the area, whether it's arts and culture, sports and recreation or education in this city and state that Lilly hasn't touched." Gretchen Wolfram, the foundation's spokeswoman, said the reason Lilly pours so much money into Indianapolis is simple: It was their home. "The (company) founders felt a special connection. Because they were so successful in Indianapolis, they felt a special allegiance," she said. Yet, despite the numerous downtown attractions that buoy its convention business, the city is just starting to develop housing in its core. And just outside downtown are rundown neighborhoods and some of the worst schools in Indiana. San Diego: Rebirth San Diego's 30-year transformation also has captured attention. In the 1970s, downtown San Diego, characterized by a stagnant economy, horrible crime and tattoo parlors, hadn't changed much since the turn of the century, when the area was dubbed the Stingaree District. Sailors provided the infamous moniker because it was said a man on leave could get stung faster in downtown San Diego by prostitutes and illicit activity than by the stingrays in the bay. "About 25 years ago, this place had liquor stores and X-rated theaters," said Teresa McTighe, executive director of the 16 1/2 block Gaslamp Quarter, which now has 100 downtown restaurants and nightclubs. "It has changed a lot in a short amount of time." The Gaslamp Quarter, with Victorian-era buildings and boutique hotels, became a redevelopment project for the city in 1982. Yet, the revitalization began a decade earlier under then-Mayor Pete Wilson's administration. In 1975, Wilson created the Centre City Development Corp., a non-profit organization whose mission has been to develop and promote downtown. Wilson, who would become a U.S. senator and governor, also persuaded influential developer Ernie Hahn to build a downtown mall, and Wilson laid the groundwork for the convention center to open in 1989. "In those days, Pete felt that for San Diego to grow as a region we needed a strong downtown," said John Gilchrist, former president of the Hahn Co. "He knew what people in the community were looking for, and he was good at building a coalition. Frankly, he did a wonderful job." Today there are 21 cranes in downtown San Diego working on 113 development projects, including a new ballpark for Major League Baseball's Padres, said Donna Alm of the development corporation. Downtown also is home to more than 10,000 people, five times the number of residents who lived there in the mid-1970s. Houston: Work in progress Of all the cities visited, Houston bears the closest resemblance to Phoenix. Both experienced hyperspastic suburban growth after World War II. They harbor politically conservative cultures and city governments welcoming to developers and have struggled to bring something other than glass-and-steel office sterility to their downtowns. It is almost possible to walk across downtown Houston without touching asphalt or breathing outside air. Many of the 125 major office buildings are linked by a series of underground tunnels built to keep employees shielded from the oppressive summer bayou heat and winter rains. An estimated 140,000 people work downtown - about 7 percent of the city's total employment - and yet few of them can be seen on the streets. Walking in the tunnels, which have food courts and pharmacies, is like walking through an airport. What they add in convenience, they rob from the streets, giving downtown a lifeless appearance and providing a challenge for city leaders to create some kind of "sense of place." "Houston is so spread out that it really doesn't have a central hub," said Shea Guinn, the President and General Manager of the Reliant Park convention center. "Are we going to resign ourselves to being a ghost town in the central city, or are we going to make something happen?" Give Houston credit for trying to do just that, even if the results haven't always been delivered. A coalition of business and government leaders, including the then-high-flying Enron CEO Kenneth Lay, built a retractable-roofed baseball stadium next to the shell of an old railroad station in a moribund section of eastern downtown. Enron Field, now known as Minute Maid Field, was built with private investment and $250 million in Harris County taxes. It has had only a mixed effect at helping breathe life into east downtown, but other projects are on the drawing board.

I hope maybe this can get you guys some ideas?

Ed Archacki


Name: CHS '56
Email:
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Date: 23 Feb 2003
Time: 15:58:34

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Ah, c'mon! You are beating the class reunion thing to death! It's a "class reunion" not an "only graduates of the class of xxxx" reunion. Anybody who was part of the class should attend if he wishes, or from an adjacent class if he wishes, as long as the registration is not filled and the admission charge is paid. Are these things so well attended that a few others with friends in a class couldn't be acommodated? In my particular class, during the three years to graduation, many kids dropped out for many different reasons. Those who graduated went out into life with at least the knowledge that they could and did finish something (whether they went on to higher education, the military, a job, a family) and were saddened when someone had to drop out. To those who later attained a GED, good for you!!!! So give everyone who wants to link up again a break. Haven't you all learned something about compassion in your lives since then???


Name: jack
Email: j.kersh@worldnet.att.net
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Date: 23 Feb 2003
Time: 14:49:24

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hey no name who puts down william penn,

looks like your a minority in this sight! rez and william penn were both a great part of everyone from the west end, no matter where we went, everyone knew each other and respected each other. now even more then way back then.


Name: DonnaLewis
Email:
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Date: 23 Feb 2003
Time: 13:00:31

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hey Cheryl Carey, where ya been? I've sent ya a few emails and haven't seen you here or gotten any reply, what's up?


Name: Dumb one
Email:
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Date: 23 Feb 2003
Time: 02:15:51

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Did not graduate high school, did get a GED while in the Marines, went on to college, own a thriving business for over 45 years, am enjoying this site. I have bumped into former classmates who were the cream of the crop and some that were not. I have been able to employ some that were down on their luck. All good employees.

"Accolades" at a class reunion. I thought they were roasts. (who got fat, who is bald, boy did she change from ugly to beautiful, or vise versa, are they loud, didn’t know so and so was such a lush, see so and so is still the blow hard he was in school,are they his/her real teeth,, etc, etc, etc.)

I have been fortunate enough to be able to contribute the favors and door prizes to my former class and happy to do so. They welcomed this drop out that went to Korea so that you can feel free to write and live in a free country. To the reunion committee members that have made an attempt to welcome all, your maturity is applauded.

(should a class reunion be only for class members and not mates?)


Name: UNCLEBOB
Email:
Residing: south
Date: 22 Feb 2003
Time: 22:49:53

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Hey NoName Come to the real world. By the looks of your comments you sound a bit IMMATURE. You can come to the reunions if you want we dont care if you dropped out of the school of life.(HAVE A NICE DAY)


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Date: 22 Feb 2003
Time: 22:33:07

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Moving has nothing to do with it. Quitting school does.


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Date: 22 Feb 2003
Time: 21:52:54

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What if they had to move? does that make them any less deserving if they graduated from another school? I just don't see anything wrong with them trying to rejoin their former classmates they went to school with for years. They were/are your friends for life no matter where you are.


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Date: 22 Feb 2003
Time: 20:48:25

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You people send out the wrong message to the world, that no matter what you do, it can be undone. the ones who struggle to get that diploma are more deserving then the ones who quit or don't try to graduate.. You had better face the real world, you have to make it by hard work, not copping out and then getting the same accolades as the ones who make it by struggling.


Name: TN
Email:
Residing: Chester, PA
Date: 22 Feb 2003
Time: 19:26:58

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GP....You are so right. Many students left to help provide for their family and then later went on to get a GED. Whay should they be less deserving? TN


Name: GP
Email:
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Date: 22 Feb 2003
Time: 17:54:58

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No name, you give the impression that people that left school before graduating are beneath the graduates.That's a very narrow minded view of people.The school years were a time not only of learning but of bonding and making life long friendships.I think the reunions are held to allow those old friendships and old friends to be reunited.Hmmm!Reunion and reunited, sound similar don't they!What is it that attending a reunion would gain those that did not graduate that you would deprive them of? Great sums of money? Grand prizes? No,all they gain is seeing some old and dear friends and you would deny them.You need to come down off your high horse no name and welcome all to the reunion.I bet many of the nongraduating group prove to have been more successful in life than some graduates.Is that your fear no name?


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Date: 22 Feb 2003
Time: 16:57:18

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Anyone who did not finish school should not have the right to the reunuion, it was a lot of hard work and some just quit, now you think they have the same right as the ones who struggled to graduate, I don't!


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Date: 22 Feb 2003
Time: 13:06:31

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The Webmaster cannot add information to the OLDCHESTERPA WEBSITE regarding: schools, reunions, class information, social events, unless someone has the information to share and sends it on to him. That is why this site is unique. It is your help that makes it work.


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Date: 22 Feb 2003
Time: 13:00:50

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If you have missed information on the message board, search the menu information is indexed according to subject..ex: Business, schools. etc.

http://www.oldchesterpa.com/schools_wm_penn.htm


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Date: 22 Feb 2003
Time: 10:08:18

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William Penn school had nothing or is not and never was A Part of Rez, 2 compleately different schools


Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email: Iris@ICDD.com
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Date: 22 Feb 2003
Time: 08:41:55

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CHESTER HIGH CLASS OF 1954: We welcome anyone who was a member of our class and who would have graduated with us if they had continued at Chester High School. Anyone out there who has not attended a reunion and would like to make our 50th in April 2004, please E-Mail Wanda Eddy Fairman: BILLDFAIR@aol.com. Wanda is in chare of registration. Sorry to have heard about the loss of Mrs. Phillips. Dewey had great teachers! I have as many wonderful memories of Junior High School as I do of high School.. Remember Annis Glenn as Queen of hearts at our 8th grade dance? Joanie Guzek was very active in our class also and carried these traits throughout our High School years.


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Date: 21 Feb 2003
Time: 23:22:12

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I was lookin in the school section, and did not find William Penn listed in that section.Why is that? I think that William Penn was just as part as Rez was, and that it still is open. Can we have some information and pics on my school also.

[Editor's note: Click here for the William Penn School page.]


Name: Bob
Email:
Residing: nc
Date: 21 Feb 2003
Time: 21:56:50

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Betty Marth Thanks for the info. Thats the Pete I was talking about he lived on 12th st .We use to hang together with the Mike Lomas,Steve Nethery and a few others from Rez. They were good times.Thanks again.By the way those folks I asked you about lived in Chelan not East Wenatchee .


Name: Ray Agent (StJ '50)
Email: rayagent@earthlink.net
Residing: Near Claymont, Del.
Date: 21 Feb 2003
Time: 20:17:08

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Andrea Hunter - I really can't tell you anything about the DeProphetis family, but, when I was Employment Manager at Sun Ship from 1968 to 1972, the company physician was a doctor DeProphetis and his office and examining room were right next to my office. When things were slack we had many bull sessions and I found him to be a real nice guy. Problem is -I can't remember his first name and it has bugged me for years. Last year I asked if anyone on this site knew his name and I got an avalanche of replys about all the DeProphetis' family but no one could specifically name the one with whom I worked. I do know at the time he was semi-retired and worked at the shipyard on a parttime basis. Do you know his first name?


Name: Duffy
Email:
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Date: 21 Feb 2003
Time: 15:13:01

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Andrea Hunter: I went to school with Elaine DeProphetis---what relation is she to you? and what's she doing now?


Name: Betty
Email:
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Date: 21 Feb 2003
Time: 13:44:00

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Bob, we probably only have one rental store here in East Wenatchee. I wonder if the people who own the store are related to your friend. I will have to stop in and say hello Have a good day.


Name: Betty Ratliff Marth
Email: grambeme@aol.com
Residing: East Wenatchee, Wa.
Date: 21 Feb 2003
Time: 13:40:31

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Dear Bob, My husband's father was Peter Marth but the one you probably know is my nephew. His Mom and Dad are Paul and Mattilda Marth. He has a brother, Mike and a sister, Ellen. He was born and raised on 12th Street by Buckman Village and McCaffery(maybe not spelled right) Village. He went to Rez and then the family moved to Bethlehem. He and Mike are still up there but his sister and parents live in Lewis De. Is this the Pete you were talking about? Betty


Name: Joan Shorter
Email: mommomjoan@aol.com
Residing: Claymont, DE
Date: 21 Feb 2003
Time: 11:14:57

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Andrea Hunter, Rocco DeProphetis delivered both my sons. I have an article in the baby book that I thought you might be interested in. My sons were born in May, 1959 and August, 1960 so it was around that time. This is the article . SEPARATE BASKETS - What's true about putting too many eggs in one basket might be good advice for people too. Anyway, that's how Dr. Rocco DeProphetis apparently figured it. He and his brother, Dr. Nino DeProphetis, are spending six weeks in Europe together. But they don't travel together, not on long hops, at least. When the well-known pair of Chester physicians took off from Idlewild Airport, they traveled on separate planes. It was a kind of half-way insurance device dreamed up by Dr. Rocco. Realistically considering the possibility of air mishaps, they ruled on separate travel. Chances are better that way for at least one survivor. So, there was a three-hour difference in their departure times. In true conservative fashion Dr. Rocco traveled at traditional flight speeds. Dr. Nino, whom Chester Hospital staffers once observed to be jet-propelled while making his rounds, naturally took to the high speed travel for his trip to Europe. That meant the brothers arrived in Rome together. Oh yes, their itinerary? First a trip to the Adriatic coast to a small town where there are numerous DeProphetis relatives. Then back to Rome for the Olympic games. After that, Switzerland and France before they return home separately-but together-we hope. Rocco's picture was with the article and I've kept it all these years. I hope you enjoy this.


Name: Mary Lou
Email: marylou@amishbarnpacom
Residing: lancaster
Date: 21 Feb 2003
Time: 08:27:46

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The class of 1965 Smedley Jr High School's having a reunion this April. Still looking for members! Anyone know anybody from that class tell the still have tickets left check out reunion page for info. looking for kay alexander, jackie larson, linda caffo, carl schelegel, sara aldrige, joyce locowicki, donald tees, michaeal daniels to name a few.


Name: Don Spence
Email: droamingfox@aol.com
Residing: Frederica,De.
Date: 21 Feb 2003
Time: 04:00:28

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To Harry V. Yes Harry, i'm the Don Spence that lived in Garden City at 38 Penna. Ave from 1941 to 1954. Get in touch!


Name: Frank D
Email:
Residing: Chester
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 23:55:09

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Dont actually know the DeProphetis bros, but Rocco delivered me and my three brothers, and my first born son. The bill for my son, in 1955, was $150. Took me a year to pay it off.


Name: Vince STJ 56
Email: vcasciat@tampabay.rr.com
Residing: St.Pete,Florida
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 23:16:34

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Andea, your granduncle Rocco was my mothers baby doctor and I'm pretty sure he delivered me. Nino was a good fried of my inlaws,he even had a condo in the same place as them down here.Seminole Fl. thats a while back. Vince


Name: Vince STJ 56
Email: vcasciat@tampabay.rr.com
Residing: St.Pete,Florida
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 23:11:55

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Home of the losers????? You mean , Home of the WORLD CHAMPION TAMPA BAY BUCS. You remember,the ones that that came to Phila. and left laughing all the way to the super bowl. Vince


Name: Andrea Hunter
Email: luvmyapbts@cox.net
Residing: San Diego, CA
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 23:03:48

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My grandfather was Julio "Jules" deProphetis. Rocco and Nino were his two of his brothers. I would love to hear from anyone who knows/knew them or is related.


Name: Bob
Email: myttbad@yahoo.com
Residing: NC
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 20:00:32

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Betty Marth I have a friend with whom I work with. He sometimes takes a few months off to Wash.St. He said he works at a rental store in East Wenatchee his name is Marshall Eller and his wifes name is Pam. I am also a former Chesterite and miss all the good times back in the 60-70's. I used to go to Rez and knew a guy named Peter Marth. Any relation?


Name: DonnaLewis
Email: daprimadonna64@yahoo.com
Residing: Brookhaven
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 18:05:39

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I am happy to be able to state that yes indeed I did go to Clearwater Florida for a vacation and did not have to come back on probation While I was there I never once saw a flying cockroach, I saw alot of beautiful scenery, palm tree city, alot of pretty water, white sand, beautiful sunsets over the bay,alot of birds, had a great time there, would love to visit again, but don't wanna live there. I've noticed someone keeps saying something negative about Brookhaven, well, we all have our opinions and feelings, ya know, I have lived here for 3 years and haven't once had a reason to complain, no problems, and nice neighbors and nice scenery too, its pleasant here.


Name: hgc/pmc59
Email:
Residing: delco area
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 16:29:55

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all right lee,you know who i am,but i'll keep you guessing till then,do you have any ulhrich trucks that need instructions?


Name: S.Diane Shamburger
Email: shamburgers@aetna.com
Residing: Chester
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 16:25:52

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Still in CHESTER, and I tell my grown children about all the movies, skating rinks, schools and other GOOD things about this city. For a long time, I was never afraid to be out late...but that has changed unfortunately. My immediate family and friends are here and we keep our class reunions going strong. Love the website!


Name: Patricia Theodore
Email: path1022"nospam"@bellatlantic.net
Residing: Media
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 15:07:25

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Anyone familiar with the Rose Bud Assembly? I have a souvenir program from the Grand Ball of that group which took place in 1882 at the Chester Armory. The Master of Ceremonies is Edward McFate.


Name: Lee
Email: leemytrain@aol.com
Residing: Claymont
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 14:56:05

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hgc/pmc59

Yes I will be at Nur Temple March 2


Name: DonnaLewis
Email: daprimadonna64@yahoo.com
Residing: Brookhaven
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 13:56:10

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to Joy, I read your post, and I'm not sure if this will help you, but I did know a guy he was my neighbor and his name was Donnie Cook, the middle name I never knew, and he lived on Bethel Rd, around the block from me, this was in the 70's and 80's. I haven't seen him in a long time, and don't know if its the same one your looking for.


Name: DonnaLewis
Email: daprimadonna64@yahoo.com
Residing: Brookhaven
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 13:52:03

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hi cheryl, glad yu saw the posting, I am gonna add yu to my address book right now and email you with my screenname for IM, its different than my email address, oh you made me laugh about the flannel shirts, only a few of us remember that, and my boyfriend hardly ever will wear one, he tells me that it's not cold enough for one. oh those were the days werent they, remember the day you turned me on to "Aerosmith Rocks" album? I've see them live in concert about 3 times.


Name: George K
Email: sony7600g@yahoo.com
Residing: Wenatchee WA
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 13:41:14

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Betty:

I am in North Central Washington - Wenatchee. Been here 4 years.

I went to Holy Ghost until 1972. Then by 76 I was living on Long Beach Island NJ. Moved oout in 93.

I do get nostalgic for the "Glory Days" as Springsteen sings, and this web page is a blessing.

LOL I see that you are across the river by yer addie. I am on South Wenatchee Ave right now. Small world.


Name: Betty Ratliff Marth
Email: grambeme @aol.com
Residing: East Wenatchee, Wa.
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 13:34:25

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George K. It isn't very often that someone writes in from Washington State except me. Where do you live in the Evergreen state? Did you go to CHS? Have a great day. Betty


Name: George K
Email: sony7600g@yahoo.com
Residing: Washington State
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 10:38:33

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Good morning Chester.

It's nice to see that you, and NYC (http://www.nypost.com) are basking in 40 degree weather.

Almost every day, I check in with the Philadelphia web cam (http://www.atl.external.lmco.com/philaview/philaview.html) to see what is up.

Does Chester have a web cam? Any plans for one? That would be so cool.

This web page is really super. I like the photos the most. For al of you that have shared photos - THANKS! Brings bacck a lot to me.


Name: Ed Bowley
Email: edlbee@aol.com`
Residing: Boynton Beach, Florida
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 09:26:24

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I'm a grad of CHS Class of February 1936....My class annual is 'gone' where, I don't know...but if anyone has one from a deceased clasmate or other...please contact me at edlbee@aol.com..

Ed Bowley


Name: hgc/pmc59
Email:
Residing: delco/chester city
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 08:49:09

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the studebaker avanti has been revived several times before,i understand the plant is still in south bend,and there are big rallys/reunions every summer. there is an antique shop on 322 in west atlantic city,that still has the studebaker emblem on the corners of the store(show room),apparentily it was an agency (studebaker) way back when ,it is on the north side of the highway rt#322,just west of the fire station. lee will i see you at nur temple on 3/2/2003?


Name: joy
Email: deepblue838794@yahoo.com
Residing: de
Date: 20 Feb 2003
Time: 01:13:16

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hello everyone !!! it has been awhile since i have been here but i hope everyone is doing well. i have a question i hope someone can answer, i am looking for a person names donald edwin cook,all i know is he use to live in chester township on carter ave off bethel road around 1967 i know he had some brothers not sure of there names anyone with information please contact me .it is greatly appreciated.


Name: Terry O
Email:
Residing: Fl
Date: 19 Feb 2003
Time: 21:35:13

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C.

we had many "non" graduates at the rez reunion last year. they were "former" classmates and friends. Just as much a part of the school and our childhood memories and experience. way to go in addressing this. it will make things much easier for a lot of people!


Name: Cheryl
Email: queenofcupz@yahoo.com
Residing: Oxford pa
Date: 19 Feb 2003
Time: 21:34:44

Comments

Donna , I put you on my yahoo messenger Im queenofcupz. Im sorry to hear about your brother I hope he gets better.I would love to see ya too!Mabe us 2 old chesterites can get together again:) Love ya Cheryl Ps OHHHH flannel shirt hehhehe


Name: Dan CHS54
Email:
Residing:
Date: 19 Feb 2003
Time: 16:43:54

Comments

C---Well done re reunions. You've made some people feel more comfortable. Now they will make their decisions w/o reservations. By the way, see if the " girls" will invite me to lunch in Oct. I passed this yr but the person I was waiting for didn't show.


Name: HarryV (CHS48)
Email:
Residing: Lewes DE
Date: 19 Feb 2003
Time: 16:37:35

Comments

To Donald Spence,

Did you once live in the project in Garden City?


Name: Ray Agent (StJ '50)
Email: rayagent@earthlink.net
Residing: Near Claymont, Del.
Date: 19 Feb 2003
Time: 15:47:38

Comments

For all of you who may have known Shirley Dimm Phillips who taught Home Ec. at Dewey Mann and Showalter, there is going to be a memorial service held for her at the North East United Methodist Church in North East, Maryland tomorrow night at 7:00 PM. I'm sorry for the short notice but I did not know until late last night. The church is located on Main Street near the Post Office and has a lighted sign.


Name: Betty Ratliff Marth
Email: grambeme@aol.com
Residing: East Wenatchee, Wa.
Date: 19 Feb 2003
Time: 13:18:18

Comments

Dear Libby Dordell, I don't remember that name either. I knew a lot of people on Spruce St. though. Daisy Bryant, Linda Miles was my baby sitter, The Wallaces, kids were Leslie and John and I think there was an older sister, Bouldens, they had Joan and another daughter. Evelyn Shifflett moved from Pine St in the apartments to Spruce St where she rented a house. She had Dale, Linda and James. Did you know Anne and Dave Bartow? They had Susan and David. She was a really good friend of mine. Also, the Durbanos lived on Spruce St. The Mother was Hilda and she worked at the MH Diner. The kids were Floss or Florence, Wanda, and Jimmy who later became a minister. They also had a daughter, Linda Fannin. I do remember a family on Chestnut. They had a son, Donald who used to harrass my son Jack who was very small for his age. He would wait for him after football practice and beat on him. He was a real bully until one time, my husband was waiting for him. He didn't bother Jack again. His Grandmother had the grocery store there but I can't remember her name. We were also really good friends with the Padgetts. Mom and Dad are both dead now but they had children Jenny Lou, Richard, and Billy. One thing about Marcus Hook, everyone knew everyone. We had our twins in 1963 and they were the only twins in town so people would call us or knock on our door to see if they could see the babies. It blew me away. haha. I would love to come to Austrailia. We thought we were going there a few years ago. We belong to a Motorcycle Club and they were crating their bikes and flying there for a while. It sounded great but the price kept going up until it went way out of our budget. Too bad because some people refinanced their homes to get the cash to come. I want to visit there but I want to be able to pay cash for my trips. Right now, my Mom is 87 and I come back there everytime I get a chance...3-5 times a year or so. Someday, we will get to Austrailia. Keep in touch. Betty


Name: Lee
Email: leemytrain@aol.com
Residing: Claymont
Date: 19 Feb 2003
Time: 07:13:41

Comments

The STUDEBAKER is coming back

In the News Journal today it says Avanti Motor Corp is planning production for A Studebaker XUV which GMC claims it closely resembles the GM's Hummer


Name: Caroline
Email:
Residing:
Date: 19 Feb 2003
Time: 06:38:54

Comments

Thank you Paul from the Class of "56". During our times in school many students could not graduate with the class. It was not unusual for them to leave in the 10, 11, 12 grade . That did not make them feel any less a member of the group that did. This happened in every school during the time. I have always felt the need for this to be addressed. So many would love to enjoy the memories of the class they left behind. Many left us behind because they had no choice. Many went into the service, it was the thing to do for many young men . Hopefully that one person that always wondered but never acted will contact the class reunion committee member in charge and will attend the next class reunion.


Name: Donald C. Spence
Email: droamingfox@aol.com
Residing: 4487 Bay Road, Frederica, De., 19946
Date: 19 Feb 2003
Time: 05:36:19

Comments

What a sight!!!!!!!! What memories!!!!!!! How times have changed in the old city. Boyhood days and all the things and places that we had in those days. Mostly all gone. A beautiful city in it's time. It's a shame to see what is left of a city a lot of us enjoyed to no end. Keep up the good work on this site, and again, thanks for all the memories you have brought back to all the Chesterites


Name: libby dordell
Email:
Residing: australia
Date: 19 Feb 2003
Time: 03:42:08

Comments

Hi Betty, I lived in Marcus Hook during those years. Do you remember anybody named Rodgers,, they lived on the corner of spruce street. I moved to Australia in 1979. My husband is Australian. I met him were I worked at,, Wirz,, on 4th Street in Chester. I've been reading all the emails and can't believe all the snow everybody is talking about,,, no snow here... it's been very hot though. It's our summer now. Living here is alot like America. We have just about everything that you have there. If you ever get the chance to come down here,,, you should... there's alot of nice places to see. talk later libby


Name: DonnaLewis
Email: daprimadonna64@yahoo.com
Residing: Brookhaven
Date: 19 Feb 2003
Time: 00:08:44

Comments

To my dear old friend Cheryl Carey! Girl, I'm so glad yu came back here and posted. Awhile ago, when you posted that your Grandmother passed, I left yu a message, I guess you didn't see it. And since then I've been looking for you. Your other email the one about marrimoon or something, I tried to email you like 5 times and it always came back to me, so I gave up, hoping to see you on here. Yes, we can IM i have the yahoo messenger. I have windows xp. There's my new email address, I'll be waiting to hear from you. Am so sorry to hear about Sharon, let me know when you find out what's wrong, I hope she'll be okay. Go back in the archives and look for that posting I sent ya. Last May , my baby brother Joey was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphnoma, he is presently in remission right now, but it was and still is the hardest thing our family has ever gone thru. I wanna see you!


Name: DonnaLewis
Email: daprimadonna64@yahoo.com
Residing: Brookhaven
Date: 19 Feb 2003
Time: 00:00:47

Comments

Hello, to the guy in St. Pete, the snow here is beautiful, I know where you are too, its beautiful, I was there in October, went to alot of really nice places in Florida, spent alot of time in Clearwater, can't wait to go visit again. I remember Two-J's was the place to go on Friday nites, back in the day, that's where our family always got our sandwiches, and Vesivio's was the place for good pizza. I would love to be able to get a pizza like that again.


Name: Vince STJ56
Email: vcasciat@tampabey.rr.com
Residing: St.Petersburg , Fl.
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 23:11:26

Comments

Just to let you know, the weather here was mid 70's today and sunny. It drizzled a little on Sunday but you only have to wait a day and that lucky old sun is back again. Happy shoveling to every body up north. PS no snow in site.


Name: G,G,
Email:
Residing: Glen Mills
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 20:57:55

Comments

Thank you for the name of the collectors web site for old bottles, etc., it really has alot of info. You must have a nice collection!


Name: Paul D. Crowther
Email: pcrowther4@cogeco.ca
Residing: St. Catharines,Ontario
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 20:52:15

Comments

On Feb.16th. Caroline wrote concerning the possibilities of a "dropout" or non-graduate attending a class reunion. I was a "dropout" in 1955. I would have graduated with the class of 56. About 30 yrs. ago I was visiting an old friend and classmate at his home in Delaware. He mentioned having recently receiving something in the mail about a class reunion coming up soon. He went on the hunt for the letter, found it, and I was soon on the phone to a member of the committee. Her name is Sally [Todd} Logan. We went to Dewey-Mann together and she remembered me. She said I was most welcome to attend any and all reunions. I've been on the mailing list ever since. I've never tried to pass myself off as a high school graduate. My name is listed as such on this site simply to establish a time frame or my circa. Late last year someone made a post here and signed it "Class of 56". I promptly asked them to please identify theirself. I did this not to say that it was a requirement for this site,it was because I was excited that it was someone I may have known and could have been friends with at one time. I was very wrong. I rec. a direct and very terse reply. This person stated that I did not "track" properly. They looked in their yearbook and did not see me there. I was told not to worry, they had no interest in or intention to expose me. Anyway, I write this only to let others know that it is possible to be part of a class reunion without actually graduating. I think many of my former classmates consider me as part of the class of 56. I thank them for this. If John wishes to make a correction to my name on the list he may do so.


Name: jack
Email: j.kersh@worldnet.att.net
Residing: eddystone
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 19:54:46

Comments

tim, i will let you know when and if i come down. would be good to see ya after all these years. i am getting cabin fever and have to go somewhere. jack.


Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 17:56:50

Comments

Boy am I glad I live on a well kept street, people like one another, have about 5 different nationalities and at least 3 different skin colors. We are all educated and are all Free Americans. Thats the best thing about our town. There is no "They".


Name: Wayne Weathers
Email:
Residing: Durham, NC
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 16:42:25

Comments

First of all, let me set the record start. My brother and other family members live in Toby Farms and they are not considered the slum of the earth. When my brother and cousins moved into Toby Farms during the late eighties and early nineties, this was a great area. There are many people who I know that grew up in Toby Farms and are doing very well. They went to Chester High, obtained a college education and is doing very well. One of my former class mate is an administrator at Chester High School who almost played pro football.

Recently, my brother has become very angry because of what has occurred. They have moved some people into section 8 homes where the landlord is not taking care of the property. As a result, this caused the property value to decline. One day, my brother will move but he has just completed paying for his oldest daughter college education and is sending my youngest niece to private school.

The address that my brother is required to use is Brookhaven. This is not by selection. He claims Brookhaven as a requirement. But, it's not where you live that counts. It's where you are going. There are many places in this country that has received a decline in property value and Toby Farms is included. But one day, there property value will go up.

Toby Farms have some great people living in the community regardless of what is occurring and there are many who are trying to make a change in the community.


Name: George K
Email: sony7600g@yahoo.com
Residing: Washington State
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 15:34:53

Comments

Fear? It's a man's best friend, according to John Cale.

It's OK, being an ex-Brookhavenite, I would go to La Spada's.

Now, all I got's to do is to get east someday.

How do you spell "2"?

Hey - new subject - is WDAS Soul Radio still on?

How about Simmons Hobby Shop on the Avenue, behind John's Doggies?

Elia's Variety Store still in the Brookhaven Shop Centre?

I ate at Wing Hing in 1990 - great Chinese Food. They had shrimp Cantonses style. I never could find that ANYWHERE else.

And to think, I just had lunch.


Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 15:05:39

Comments

there is a fear of going to twoj's, so everybody goes to aston, they are worried 2 about the property value they are moving closer to aston 2


Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 14:53:06

Comments

Hippocrate? Is that something you ship wild animals in?


Name: dr obi
Email: bombomuk@hotmail.com
Residing:
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 14:18:36

Comments

thanks you guys i due here keep it up.


Name: George K
Email:
Residing: Washington State
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 14:02:44

Comments

LOL BobSj'60!

That is why I left NJ but what am I doing here in Washington?

I am gonna get some $$$ together soon and treat myself.

Besides, I am sick of Washington Apples - ya know the Chinese ones are better.

Bon Appetitte indeed!!! Cheeers All!!!


Name: Bob SJ'60
Email:
Residing: NJ
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 13:56:02

Comments

George

Trust me even Two J's is better than anything you can get in the entire state of NJ. We are talking nuances here. I'm sure you would enjoy one from there also. Two J's ships anywhere in the US you know. Bon Appetite

Bob


Name: George K
Email:
Residing:
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 13:43:38

Comments

Bob:

Hhhmmm, thanks for the input. I guess Two J's was special back then.

But see, it has been so long for me to have a hoagie, anywhere there would be good.

But, taking your cue, La Spada's it would be.

Cheers!


Name: Bob
Email: bobsattic"no spam"@aol.com
Residing:
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 13:28:17

Comments

Pat

Yes I remember the Lebischak name very well and can't get "Pat" out of my head. I do recall that she had an older sister named Connie and vaguely a younger brother. I also remember trudging to her house in a snow storm like we just had. I seem to remember taking her to a couple dances. Email if you like perhaps we can sort this out. Just remove the "no spam" from the address.

Bob


Name: Deaf One
Email:
Residing:
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 13:09:21

Comments

Bob Swavely: thanks for remembering the name of the store Nick's. Did he operate the store with his wife? They were of Greek nationality?


Name: Bob F  HG'56 SJ'60
Email:
Residing: NJ
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 13:06:06

Comments

George & Donna

Swore by Two J's since they opened, loyalty I guess, but the quality has diminished considerably. Now......LaSpada's in Aston is where I've been going lately and I think it has them all beat hands down. Listen to me.....all. I think Two J's is the only original hoagie shop left in the city, at least in the West End.

Bob


Name: George K
Email:
Residing:
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 12:25:13

Comments

I remember La Spada Donna.

I used to also really dig Two J's on 7th Street in Chester.

You're making me hungry.

You know, out west here, they try to call Cheese steaks "Philly style". They're NOT!!!!

Also, "NY Style" pizza. It's NOT!!!!

Enjoy that 32. I heard it is still snow in NYC www.nypost.com


Name: DonnaLewis
Email: daprimadonna64@yahoo.com
Residing: Brookhaven
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 12:08:00

Comments

well George we are up to 32 now. I really like the large Italians from LaSpada's in Parkside, I think they are the best. big heavyweights


Name: George K
Email: sony7600g@yahoo.com
Residing: North Central Washington State
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 11:36:04

Comments

Brookahaven Donna:

Yeah 11 - 26 degrees is a bit nice - great to put the drinks out on the porch for chilling.

Really cool how Brookhaven, Upland, and Toby Farm folk are getting in on the web page. I miss Brookhaven quite a bit. But in the 70's I had it in mind to go to the shore and surf and play, ya know? Went to another Haven - Beach Haven Inlet.

But, thanks to this web page, I get to reminisce some nice things. The old school, and the area. I know it changed, but still ... reading this stuff, it still seems cool.

So, stay warm. I won't tell you that it is already about 38 here and sunny @ 8:40 ish. But, you got the hoagies, I don't.

Cheers to all!


Name: DonnaLewis
Email: daprimadonna64@yahoo.com
Residing: Brookhaven
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 11:24:36

Comments

Hi Joanne, it was nice to hear from you again. Yea, mother nature was good to us, wasn't she. I hope you enjoyed your 2 days off. I was just IMen Lisa Larose. Sure, I'll tell Jack you said hello and he is not married but he does have some boys, good-looking ones! My brother Joey is doing better these days, cos he doesn't have to have any Chemo treatments "Thank-God and alot of people praying he is presently in Remission. He still has alot of problems though because of the cancer and still has to get treatments, but not that awful Chemo. His hair is growing back and he is gaining weight and able to do a little more with his 3 beautiful little kids. I wish we would run into each other, every memorial day weekend I go to the fireworks there in Eddystone, and recently went to St. Rose of Lima church services on Saturday nites.


Name: keywestmike
Email:
Residing:
Date: 18 Feb 2003
Time: 09:10:02

Comments

It really makes me angry to hear some no-name, brain dead hippocrate denounce the town i call home today. Believe me no name, its not the town in which you live that makes you, its the way you live in that town that makes you...so, back off and return to the slum inside of you....have a good day fellow...


Name: Cheryl
Email: queenofcupz@yahoo.com
Residing: Oxford Pa
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 23:54:30

Comments

Hey donna :) Do you have yahoo messenger, I would love to chat with you. Sharon is in the hospital In philly in bad shape she got really iIl the night of my grandmothers funeral. She is getting better but is still listed as critical. She is in jeferson memorial we had to have her flown there from here and is on a vent, They still dont know what caused it . Hopefully in a week we will see more improvement Love ya and hope to hear from you , Cheryl


Name: DonnaLewis
Email: daprimadonna64@yahoo.com
Residing: Brookhaven
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 23:23:47

Comments

I noticed Tom and Tim talking about Tampa and Clearwater. This past October was my first time there and being on Clearwater Beach for 8 days was the best I have ever known so far, I loved it and can't wait to go again.


Name: DonnaLewis
Email: daprimadonna64@yahoo.com
Residing: Brookhaven
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 23:21:04

Comments

Hi George K, yep we are keeping pretty cool, really cool, right now it is 26 degrees, which is a little better than yesterday, it was 11 degrees most of the day.


Name: John B
Email:
Residing: Claymont
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 23:06:51

Comments

So, where exactly can i go see Bobby D?


Name: Kathleen
Email: kszlm@comcast.net
Residing: Chester County PA
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 22:51:09

Comments

Four Friendly Villages Association..??

Would anyone know about the above Association? I was told that people from Poland, who were from the villages of Biala Woda, Czarna Woda, Jaworki, Szlachtowa Poland formed this organization in Chester & Delaware Counties. Would appreciate any information. Thank you in advance. Kathleen Genealogy research for Slatowski/Szlachtowski, Krupiak, Cupchak, Zarpella.


Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 22:34:43

Comments

The milk bottles with the faces come in Mom, Pop and kid faces. Some are quite valuable. Some milk bottles are Embossed or Enameled. It is the combination of many factors that determine its value. the age, condition, size, rarity, locale, and many others.. I have one site that may be of some help to give you insite into what collectors are looking to buy.. they are many more on the web . Some of the bottles that I have are valued at over $100.00 ea.

http://www.bottlebooks.com/determin.htm


Name: Joanne Venables Fuller
Email:
Residing: Eddystone
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 22:34:22

Comments

Donna Lewis, how are you doing? I agree with you one hundred percent and really see what the big deal was with all this. How is your brother doing? Could you please tell John that i said hello! Is he married and any kids there for him? This snow is really crazy. Got me 2 days off ! Take Care


Name: Tim Ruger
Email: TJRDrummer@earthlink.net
Residing: Naples Fl.
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 22:27:38

Comments

Jack, That would be great. Just let me know what's going on. If you come down to Tampa, I will make plan's to come to Tampa and hang out.


Name: G.G.
Email:
Residing: Glen Mills
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 21:36:18

Comments

Bev Fraim, no hurry for an answer about the dairy closing date. I'm just curious as to how old they are. They are really unusual because of the baby face engraved in the glass. Thanks again and enjoy all the snow. It's alot of fun if you don't have to drive or shovel it!


Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 20:21:21

Comments

Dope attics? This needs looking into.


Name: jack
Email: j.kersh@worldnet.att.net
Residing: eddystone
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 19:26:57

Comments

hey tim, if my plans to vegas with the boys are canceled i might be headed down to tampa to see al vantine. we will go fishing and to the dog race's and also would like to see the phils. i'll give ya the details if that happens. jack.


Name: kc
Email:
Residing: delco
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 18:26:20

Comments

it is ashame that you cannot admit to where you live, rasied in chester and never ashamed of it did not say i lived in parkside or eddystone, so to you toby farms residents if you are ashamed to say you live in toby farms, maybe you should move......


Name: Bob  Swavely
Email: bswavely"nospam"@yahoo.com
Residing: west chester,pa
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 16:26:16

Comments

To Sharyn van deusen felix: We lived in the project from 1948 to 1999. Yes, I knew Judy Harlon who married Rich Copple and her brother Wendal. I also know Joe Delia who still resides in the area. I do remember the Shaw's and also the store on new jersey ave. It was operated by a man named Joe and his wife Alice. There was also a basketball net behind the store. I also remember paying the rent next store to the store. In later years it was a medical office then comcast acquired it. A new group of stores was built right down and across the street from Penns. ave. It contained a barber shop operated by Ralph Pagano. We used to hang out at Nick's store down from the chester park entrance. Do you remember the buses that made a circle on Maryland to New Jersey then Penn Ave before heading back to chester via Moore Rd?


Name: TomCHS76
Email: t9257"nospam"@yahoo.com
Residing: PA
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 14:44:57

Comments

Tim, Al Vantine lives in Clearwater. We usually go down around this time. But as fate would have it one of the guys I work with had emergency surgery and will be out of work for a while. Meaning that me and one other guy have to be on call every other week until he gets back and there is normally only 3 of us.


Name: Betty Ratliff Marth
Email: grambeme@aol.com
Residing: East Wenatchee, Wa
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 14:38:32

Comments

To Libby Dordell: I am sorry I can't remember your name but we lived in Marcus Hook from 1959 to 1970 at 22 Pine Street. Our kids were Paulette, Monica, Jack, Chuck, Twins (Tim and Tom) and Michelle. Our kids went to Holy Savior except for Kindergarten and they went to Marcus Hook Elementary for that. My husband's sister, Margaret Lybeck lived on Spruce Street. She had 3 children, Karen, Sandy and Bobby. We had a great time living there. My husband and I both worked at FMC. How did you end up in Austrailia? Betty


Name: George K
Email: sony7600g@yahoo.com
Residing: Washington State
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 14:26:13

Comments

I last saw Brookhaven in 1990 when my mom died. Brookhaven was always cool, as I am sure it is today.

It was cool to see this web page http://www.pdsd.org/Schools/Coebourn/index.shtml

I was a kindergardener in 1963 when JFK was shot. Our teacher was the very nice Mrs. Miller.

Man, it would be so cool to go to the Wawa for a hoagie. Simple things in life...

Stay cool Brookhavenites.


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Email:
Residing:
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 14:18:37

Comments

You can't live 5 minutes from the slums and not expect to have the same happen where you live, Donna


Name: renee pawlush ottaviani
Email: mysterene@aol.com
Residing: aston pa.
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 13:53:19

Comments

Just looking around for anyone that grew up in the 50's around east 7th st. My dad had the grocery store on 7th and North sts. I remember Liz lank, Tommy lank and linda colburn . What a great place to grow up.


Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 13:45:02

Comments

by the way donna i wear glasses and also live in brookhaven


Name: DonnaLewis
Email: daprimadonna64@yahoo.com
Residing: Brookhaven
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 13:41:42

Comments

to no name who just posted some negativity, I live in Brookhaven and its very pleasant here, maybe the next time you come by and take a look you should put some glasses on, Brookhaven is no way near becoming slummy, maybe its just the way you look at things in life.


Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 12:17:47

Comments

Tom, I can feel for u guy's back home. I'm watching the news, and it don't look like a lot of fun. I'll be in Marco Island until May 1st. I think i'll be heading up to Minnesota after that. Maybe I can take a couple of day's and stop by. My Mom still lives in Media. I haven't seen her in a while, so maybe we can all get together. If anybody comes down to Phillies spring training I'm only about 2 hrs. away. It seems like that would be a good excuse to get out of that weather. I don't miss the weather, but I sure would like to have a good cheesesteak.


Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 12:13:49

Comments

HEY BUCK SOLID, GET OVER IT THERE IS MORE THINGS GOING ON HERE IN THE USA WE NEED TO ADDRESS. BROOKHAVEN IS ALSO GOING TO THE SLUMS. BEEN THERE AND SEEN IT. JUST LOOK AROUND EDGEMONT AVE. MOST OF THE PEOPLE IN TOBY FARMS A WORKING CLASS CITIZENS ARE YOU.? AND THE SCHOOL SITUATION GOES. YOU HAVE MORE DOPE ATTICS AND SPOILED LITTLE BRATS THEN IN CHESTER, UPLAND ND TOBY FARMS. BYE NOW.


Name: DonnaLewis
Email: daprimadonna64@yahoo.com
Residing: Brookhaven
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 12:12:44

Comments

this snowstorm for me is Awesome, reminds me of the snow we used to get when I was a kid, I've always enjoyed the snow, my message to Mother Nature is "Bring it On" we love it! I could barely open our sliding glass door and my deck looks like it is holding 3 feet of Snow, my cat wants to go out!


Name: TomCHS76
Email:
Residing: PA
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 10:36:59

Comments

Hey Tim, Let us know if you are ever going to be in the neighborhood or close by, I'll gather up some of the boys and come see you. Hell we may even clap at the end of your gig. On a side note. The last time I saw Bobby C he was doing a one man show at a bar in Hook called Bobby D's. That was about 9 years ago. I'll check the bar section in the Daily Times sometimes they have announcements of who is going to be at them.


Name: Cheryl Carey
Email: queenofcupz@yahoo.com
Residing: Oxford, Pa
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 10:30:00

Comments

Bobby C still plays at the boat club. my Mom and aunts just recently saw him there and were suppose to go again on Jan. 25. I'm sure he would love if some oldtimers would pop by. My mom said his show was great, Cheryl


Name: TomCHS76
Email: t9257"nospam"@yahoo.com
Residing: PA
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 10:28:17

Comments

I just sent a few of the locals that are now a part of the sunshine states a picture of my backyard mother nature souffl'e. Enjoy because we aren't. It is raining ice right now.


Name: Joanne
Email:
Residing: Eddystone, Pa
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 09:41:07

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TRISH, really what is the big deal anyway?? I do work in the 1400 block of Powell Rd., Brookhaven Pa. No biggie or is it you don't want to fall in that catagorie... No Biggie here how about you??


Name: BUCK SOLID
Email:
Residing: BROOKHAVEN
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 09:24:00

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TO THE PERSON WHO LEFT A MESSAGE ABOUT TOBY FARMS NOT BEING APART OF BROOKHAVEN THE ANSWER IS REALY SIMPLE. BROKHAVEN IS PART OF THE PENNDELCO SCHOOL DISTRICT WERE TOBY FARMS IS CHESTER UPLAND. TOBY FARMS FOR YEARS WANTED TO "MERGE WITH" BROKHAVEN. THANK GOD THAT WILL NEVER HAPPEN! OUR PROPERTY VALUES WOULD HIT ROCK BOTTOM. SO FOR YOUR INFO. THERE IS NO TOBY FARMS SECTION OF BROOKHAVEN AS THE RESIDENTS OF TOBY FARMS ALWAYS CLAIM. ITS TOBY FARMS SECTION OF NO ONE (AS IF ANYONE WOULD WANT TO BE ASSOCIATED WITH THAT SLUM area)>


Name: libby dordell
Email:
Residing: australia
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 06:24:51

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he betty, I was reading through the emails and seen you are from Marcus Hook. I used to live there many years ago. Do you remember the Dordells. We used to live on Chestnut Street. You might remember my brothers and sisters... Freeman, Joyce, Johnny, Darlene and Kenny and me,,, Libby??? Your last name sounds relly fimular. Where in Marcus Hook did you live? I remember sleding down the hill on spruce street in the snow and on Christmas we would go out and sing Christmas carols. They were the good old days. I would like to think that things haven't changed,, but the way the world is now,, I can't say that. It's a shame that it's so bad in society now. Would like to hear from you Libby


Name: Bev, Fraim
Email: bevtoolady@rcn.com
Residing: Woodlyn.PA.
Date: 17 Feb 2003
Time: 00:02:04

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G.G., I'll try to find out when the dairy closed, but it might be a while, Right now we are in a state of emergency with about 16 inches of snow, expecting at least 24 inches. My husband works for Boeing and they are closed tomorrow.


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Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 22:17:46

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Dallas Wayne


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Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 22:17:13

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alot of white stuff in So. Md 15 inches so far.. waiting for some kids to shovel the stuff ...if they get away from the ps2 or xbox long enuff to earn some money like we old timers used to do years ago, with elderly neighbors "on the house".


Name: Caroline
Email:
Residing:
Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 22:01:53

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RE: CLASS REUNIONS

Over the past few months I have received emails from people asking if members of a class that did not graduate could come to the class reunion.. Many people left in the Junior or Senior year to enter the service or to help with family situations. Could the class reunion committee address this for those reunions that are coming up in the next year. Thanking you in advance for this information.


Name: Kate
Email: brit1675@bellsouth.net
Residing: Panama City Beach, Fl.
Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 19:22:47

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Tim, I'm sure you'll get in touch with Bobby, everyone use to know him and someone will see this and let him know. Glad you are doing good. How do you like the Sunshine State? I'm in the Panhandle and love it over here.


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Email:
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Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 18:18:57

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Kate, I was there that night, I thought Bobby was pulling a prank when he had a special guest star in the audience. A couple of week's later Joe Frazier came back and brought a 10 piece band with him. They were awesome. Most of the guy's in his band were from James Brown's band. In 1988 I went to play at at the Waldorf Astoria in N.Y.C. It was the same horn section that was at the Madrid Inn. I only played with Bobby for about 1 1/2 yrs, I then went down to Puerto Rico for 3 yrs. Bobby came down to visit me there. He has been a great friend. I have been traveling so much the last few years we have lost touch with each other. If anyone sees him Tell him I would like to get in touch.


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Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 16:34:48

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Sherdina Shelton passed on Feb 13th. She was 40. Anyone who remembers her can attend her funeral Monday 2/17/03 at 11am, at the Catherine B. Laws Funeral home 2126 West 4th street Chester, Pa.


Name: Micky
Email:
Residing: Trainer
Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 16:33:25

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It's snowing like crazy haven't seen this much white stuff in years. Time to break out the sled and head to clayton park.


Name: Fred T homsen
Email:
Residing: lewes ,Del.
Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 15:47:50

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snowing down here about 10in"


Name: Fred Thomsen 
Email:
Residing: Lewes  Delaware
Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 15:42:49

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CHS64 snowing about 10 in"


Name: G.G.
Email:
Residing: Glen Mills
Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 15:11:06

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Bev, Thanks for your rely regarding the Ward Johnson dairy. You are right about it being in Woodlyn. It's written on the bottle. I meant to write that my grandparents lived in Leiperville. Do you have any idea when it went out of business? I also have a blue milk of magnesia bottle with the patent date of 1906 and dated 1929 on the bottom of the bottle. I found them about 40 years ago on the Baldwin property where they lived, their house was torn down years before that. The property is now part of the I-95. My grandfather worked for Baldwin's for many years and I kept the bottles for sentimental reasons. Hope the oldtimers know when the dairy closed. Thanks again.


Name: jim
Email:
Residing: delco
Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 12:00:08

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hi florence,

did you ever enter the amateur shows at the mac movie way back when?....


Name: Kate
Email:
Residing: Panama City Beach, Fl.
Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 11:41:14

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Tim, I've been away from the area for a long time but someone on here said Bobby was still playing at places on the McDade, he is a Dj from what I gather. Were you at the Madrid the night Joe Frazier went up on stage and sang Knock on Wood? Were you the only drummer Bobby ever had? If you were you guys did a great rendition of Locomotive Breath and I was on the dance floor at the Madrid. I knew B.C. way before he was a trio, Is his bro Billy around? They were both nice guys and way to old for you to hang around with, I'm sure you learned a lot.....Yes Jolly is my brother, he lives in Balto., Md.


Name: Kathy
Email:
Residing:
Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 11:09:35

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Tim, Sorry to hear about your loss, last I seen or heard Bobby "C" is living in Aston Pa


Name: Helen Gallo
Email: gallohj"no spam"@aol.com
Residing: Ridley Park
Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 00:45:44

Comments

I'm doing Doyle family genealogy and noted an organization in a 1937 obituary listing the deceased (Mary Doyle Malley) as a member of the "Lady Foresters of America, Tribe of Thurlow Circle No. 25". Anyone have info on what this is?


Name: Peter Krasowski
Email: silverdime@aol.com
Residing: newfield, nj
Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 00:36:08

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Hi Tom T9257 That old store on 3rd street between hayes and bunting street was the Old Gas Station. It was next to Shahadi Shoe Store. They had all kind of Noveties, plus they sold gas out front well until 1958 that was. Yes it was a Red front Building. I grad. St. Hedwig's School in 1960, and then st. james in 1964. I know the old City of Chester very well.


Name: Tim Ruger
Email: TJRDrummer@earthlink.net
Residing: Naples Fl.
Date: 16 Feb 2003
Time: 00:26:38

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I'm really sorry to hear about Jasper. I've Known him since I was 10 yrs. old. Last time I saw him was in 1996. He was up in Tom Jones.


Name: Betty Ratliff Marth
Email: grambeme@aol.com
Residing: East Wenatchee, Wa.
Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 22:54:23

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Hi All, I just got back home from spending a month with my Mother in Newark, De. Dang, it was cold! I can't remember it being that cold when I lived in Marcus Hook. Must be the old age, huh? I was so sorry to hear about Mrs. Phillips. I know Jessee will miss her. I enjoyed talking to him at the October reunion. God Bless you, Jessee and to Shirley, God rest your soul. I enjoyed visiting old friends, family and Delaware Park where I left behind a lot of quarters. I was wondering if anyone had been to Buckley's Tavern for the Sunday brunch lately and if they have, did they by any chance run into Sugie Banta and Joyce Coppock Nolan?? Just wondering. LOL Danny, we should have called you. You would have had a great time. Love to all. I pray for Peace and Harmony at this Gut Wrenching time of our lives. Betty


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Email:
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Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 22:53:12

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Tim, Jasper passed a couple yrs ago, maybe 3. He was still Jasper right up til the last time I saw him about 1999


Name: Tim Ruger
Email: TJRDrummer@earthlink.net
Residing: Naples Fl.,
Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 22:46:07

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Kate, I was very underage back in 1974. I was 17 year's old when I started to play with Bobby. Do you know how he is doing. I would love to get in touch with him. The last time I seen him was when my father past away. I'm sorry you don't remember me. aren't you Jolly's sister? I can remember one night he came in when I was playing there. Teddy Dix used to run the Elk's, and he knew my father. Most people that hung out in those day's knew I was Booby's Drummer. Is Jasper the {cool cat} still around?


Name: Charlotte Acton Opdenaker
Email: Mommaop"no spam"@aol.com
Residing: Lancaster, PA
Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 21:24:55

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Hi Sharyn. Thanks, this is a greatidea. Does anyone who went to NPHS know where to find Dottie Reynolds, Breese, Reilly? Last place I saw her was Highland Gardens more than a few years ago.. Been looking for her for a while. Hope some more Garden City "walk around the project" people sign up. Remember the Teen Age Club. What great times. Sent the word to some of the Garden City gang from NPHS. Hope they add some info.


Name: Kate Nolan Brittian
Email: brit1675@bellsouth.net
Residing: Panama City Beach, Fl.
Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 18:28:24

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Tim, sorry to hear about your father. Now, what years did you play with Bobby? You are a lot younger than us and I don't remember you at the Madrid or after hours club unless you were under age, LOL Peace out.


Name: Tim Ruger
Email: TJRDrummer@earthlink.net
Residing: Naples Fl.
Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 17:14:22

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Kathy, I remember that record. I was playing in his band right after he recorded it. We used to play at the Marid Inn, then go down to the Elks club and play until 6 am. G.P. Tony{Lefty} was my Father. He passed in 1996. I did one of my first gig's with Freddy, Gene,& David Douglas. We backed up Rudy Pompelli. Now 30 yrs. later. I have traveled around the world, and I am so proud that I'm a kid from Chester. If anyone know's how to get in touch with Bobby C I would appreciate them passing it along to me. Thank's


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Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 17:02:09

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It takes more than a couple frogs and a piece of tape to make a good meatloaf


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Email:
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Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 14:39:46

Comments

WHATS THE BIG THING IF TOBY FARMS IS LISTED IN BROOKHAVEN?


Name: Myra Dawson Pope
Email: yvonnedawson2001@excite.com
Residing: chesterpa
Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 14:08:22

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Name: Bev,Fraim
Email: bevtoolady@rcn.com
Residing: Woodlyn.PA.
Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 12:48:06

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G.G., I live in Woodlyn.I was told by old timers here that the Johnson Dairy was on the corner of Fairveiw Road,and Essex Ave,here in Woodlyn. I have a small collection of milk bottles from my childhood,and have been looking for one from the dairy.The neighbors here threw them all out! Bev.


Name: Bev,Fraim
Email: bevtoolady@rcn.com
Residing: Woodlyn.PA.
Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 12:47:37

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G.G., I live in Woodlyn.I was told by old timers here that the Johnson Dairy was on the corner of Fairveiw Road,and Essex Ave,here in Woodlyn. I have a small collection of milk bottles from my childhood,and have been looking for one from the dairy.The neighbors here threw them all out! Bev.


Name: HARRY MANNERS
Email: BMAN@CS.COM
Residing: JUNIPER FLORIDA
Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 11:36:22

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Just left the snowy Chester area and had a greatest time hanging with louie Mcdonald and co. at Sloppy Joes bar on 6th. st.What great memories of the old times.Its a shame to see how chester is ruined.They trashed what I use to call home.Hanging on the corners selling there drugs,the crime rate seems so out of control.Then they sit there staring at you with this stupid look.Oh well at least we can enjoy this web site to rember how it use to be.GOOD LUCK TO ST.Hedwigs church and there Cathloic Club @ 5th. & Highland.Stay strong and dont let the NEW neighbors run you out of the city!!


Name: florence50
Email:
Residing:
Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 11:30:11

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Susan, no I did not. We lived at 9th and Walnut and then 15th and walnut.


Name: GP
Email:
Residing:
Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 10:49:49

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I must need my batteries recharged.I just added a few photos to my album of area c+w,bluegrass musicians shared with me by another of the lady singers from that era and forgot to include her.Louise Parker is her name and she has one great voice.Louise shared photos of herself,Eydie Eachus and Gene Douglas performing at the old Nite Cap, The Golden Slipper and Hurley's.Donny Eachus had a brother Steve that also performed in that era.


Name: GP
Email:
Residing:
Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 09:16:01

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Opps!I forgot to sign the last post about the bands.I also forgot to mention one of the better known names in our area "Duke Snow".I would also like to add Charlie Rickards and Daryle Wright to the list. Tim,If you had an older brother Tony "Lefty" I hung out with him as a youngster...GP


Name: Kathy
Email:
Residing:
Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 09:10:29

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I have a record from Bobby C Trio I belong to the wind and Locomotive Breath! I think I saw them at the Blue Bore Inn and somewhere in Hook?


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Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 09:08:08

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Tim Ruger,I recall Freddie and Gene Douglas from the old days.Off and on they played in pickup bands with other area country and bluegrass bands at all the tristate area bars and clubs that featured that music.Some of the other musicians from that era were,Jim Patterson,Donny Eachus,Glen Schreffler,Charlie White,Charlie McIntyre and Sid Gluszek Gabe Macaroni and George Campanella.I know there were many others bu tmy memorey isn't as good as it once was.Geez,I forgot the ladies.There was Ruth Russell and Rusty Scott as I recall.Sorry about that ladies! Glen Shreffler at times used the name Glen Marlo and Charlie White at times used the name Blackie Steel.Some of the band names were The Sandy Ridge Boys,The Wee Three and the Wee Three Plus One.


Name: Tim Ruger
Email: TJRDrummer@earthlink.net
Residing: Naples Fl.
Date: 15 Feb 2003
Time: 00:03:22

Comments

Skyjumper, I assume you are talking about Jack Hurley's.I used to go there and play drum's back in those day's. It's been a long time since I have been back. Some of the people I played with were The Douglas Bros. With their sister Darlene. I'm wondering if any of them will be at the Naaman's cafe. Anybody know what Bobby C is up to these day's.


Name: trish
Email:
Residing: brookhaven
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 23:45:10

Comments

Joanne, Check there tax bill, i am sure it will read, CHESTER TOWNSHIP.....FANCY THAT.....


Name: trish
Email:
Residing: brookhaven
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 23:38:19

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Joanne, Check there tax bill, i am sure it will read, CHESTER TOWNSHIP.....FANCY THAT.....


Name: Ron sanrr
Email: sr2359@aol.com
Residing:
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 19:26:28

Comments

Bert Are you there its ron


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Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 18:54:52

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Thank you Ray for letting us know about Mrs. Phillips death. It was such a treat to see Jesse Phillips at the OCP reunion on October 5th. At that time Mr. Phillips came alone because of your aunts not being well enough to travel. I hope he was able to carry all the fond memories back to her from the many students that had attended the function and had expressed a true appreciation for what both these teachers had given us as students. Her life is changed, her memory has not ended.

Caroline


Name: Tom N (CHS54)
Email:
Residing: Chester PA
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 18:51:03

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Debra "Shafer" Woolaver....You stirred up the memory bank. I am pretty sure Mary was in my Distributive ED. class in senior year. Tom N


Name: bert  snarr
Email: hack saw@2002.com
Residing: nc  
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 18:37:05

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i am bert ron snarr you can get me now j am at mrs rink house and ron


Name: Skyjumper
Email:
Residing: misinformedville
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 17:15:25

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FOR WHAT ITS WORTH THE BAND FROM HURLEYS IS PLAYING AT THE NAAMANS CAFE ON NAAMANS ROAD NOT THE CLAYMONT DINER AS I WAS INFORMED SORRY FOR THE MISINFORMATION.


Name: ethel(wyatt(johnson-finklea
Email: bigloveye"nospam"@msn.com
Residing: chester,pa
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 16:27:46

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SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MRS. PHILLIPS, SHE WAS MY HOME EC. TEACHER AT SHOWALTER MIDDLE SCHOOL(61) SHE WAS A WONDERFUL TEACHER.


Name: ethel(wyatt)johnson-finklea
Email: bigloveye"no spam"@msn.com
Residing: chester,pa
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 16:16:55

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Still trying to find Joan(watson)Bell C.H.S. OF 64 . i HEARD SHE REMARRIED A DAVE MCDONALD AND COULD BE LIVING IN DELAWARE. IF ANYONE KNOWS HER, LET HER KNOW THAT BETTY FROM ARIZ. HAS BEEN LOOKING FOR HER FOR 2 YEARS. THANKS


Name: Ray Agent (StJ '50)
Email: rayagent@earthlink.net
Residing: near Claymont, Del.
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 16:01:31

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I know that many of you on this site attended Dewey-Mann school and were taught Home Ec. by Shirley Dimm Phillips and Industrial Arts by her husband, Jesse Phillips. I received a call today from Jesse, who is my uncle, to tell me that his wife had passed away during the night. She had been suffering from a form of dementia for a number of years that had been brought on by a series of mini-strokes. Apparently she had a stroke last night that caused her death. They had been living in North East Maryland on the edge of the Chesapeake Bay for about twenty years. There will only be a private interment and a memorial service will be held sometime after the weather breaks. If anyone has any questions, please e-mail me direct and I'll try to come up with the answers.


Name: Samantha Williams
Email: willsamantha4@yahoo.com
Residing: none
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 15:37:05

Comments

Web site nicely crafted <a href="http://www.e-flight.biz">Samantha Williams</a>


Name: skyjumper
Email:
Residing: lost in time
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 15:28:21

Comments

hgc/pmc I hope no PMC graduate spells as bad as I do Bought Dr. molls car thru a dealer friend of mine saw his obit. a couple months ago he seemed so old to me back in 52 he was probley in his forties I was seventeen.there I go again Dr. Moll not the dealer.Tell the folks who was one of PMC most ilustrious graduates he owned the "brickyard" stared his own airline got in trouble sharing the political views of a famous aviator and well known industry leader. Ditched his plane in the Pacific during WW11 spent twentyone days on a life raft until a seagull landed on his shoulder saving him from starving to death. this man like M.L King walked the streets of our fair city. GP Never heard of that band. the early ones I remember are Troy and Patsy? Pansy? Ferguson Chesters own Curt Hinson and the beloved Duke Snow. One of my early recolections was Ola Bell Reed geting up on saturday nights and singing Roy Acuff numbers they had talent night on saturdays in the early years. I saw no less than TexRitter, Ernest Tubb, Osbourne Bros, Johny Paycheck and a host of others grace the stage of that first class honkey tonk. wall to wall flossies I loved the place. The people appearing tonight at the Claymont diner are from the seventies early eightys. I had a friend who bought a new house in Toby Farms during the seventies when his main line wife found she had a Chester mailing address she almost blew a gasket she would always put Brookhaven as her return address they had a chester Zipcode back then. Remember Sam Rubens well Joe sharffs , midge, Pop, chester Dick, John Cook the whole gang Joe would spin his own records sing along, show tunes and Opera were his favorites its where I discovered Ethel Merman and officer Crumkie. Meet a new girl thats the first place I would take her. Remember every one from Chester either had one, gona get one, know a guy that used to have one or your mother just threw one away. AMEN


Name: Debra " Shafer" Woolaver
Email: anglhart@aol.com
Residing: chester - buckman village
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 15:04:46

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hi Tom and Iris

Yes its the same George Woolaver and yes he did graduate in the CHS class of 54' and he did marry a graduate of the class of 54' her name is Mary Nichols. They live in Salem N.J. Tho at this moment in time he is in Riddle Hospital.

hey Trish and Joanne

Wow its been awhile since i have seen you guys.

Debbie


Name: Tom N (CHS 54)
Email:
Residing: Chester PA
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 12:50:31

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Iris.... I think George Woolaver married a 54 CHS graduate. I am not sure of her first name, but I think her last name was Nichols. Can't remember if he was in our class. Tom


Name: G.G.
Email:
Residing: Glen Mills
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 11:35:40

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Enjoy the site! Does anyone know anything about the Ward Johnson dairy farm that was in Leiperville years ago. When did it close? I've had a couple milk bottles with faces on them for the last forty years. They belonged to my grandmother. Hope someone remembers.


Name: Iris Messick"54"
Email: Iris@ICDD.com
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Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 09:46:42

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To George Woolaver, Did your dad attend/graduate CHS--the class of 1954? I went through Claton Elementary School and Dewey Junior High School with a George Woolaver. Our 50th reunion will be in 2004, and we have not been able to locate OUR George Woolaver. Please answer me on the 1954 Reunion page. Thanks.


Name: hgc/pmc59
Email:
Residing: delco area
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 09:31:26

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to fc(chs)68; thanks for the info i knew a.a.west was there a few years back, and i didn't know for sure that 291 didn't get them.there sure not much left down on 2nd street around the avenue of the states (but chester mack/studebaker/mercedes,toyota is long gone),although it is being redevoloped.


Name: C.
Email:
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Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 08:58:47

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From "Other Times"...Delco times..Thanks for the memories..

50 years ago Marilyn Barnes became the "Queen of Hearts" at CHS junior prom..

To all the Queens and Kings of Hearts, Happy Valentines Day.


Name: SUSAN L.
Email: SWEBB555@AOL.COM
Residing: TRAINER
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 00:14:57

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TO:FLORENCE50 DID YOU LIVE ON 7TH STREET IN CHESTER? I REMEMBER A GIRL I USE TO HANG WITH IN ELEM.SCHOOL WHO LIVED ON 7TH STREET NEAR WILSON AND HER NAME WAS FLORENCE BUT I CANNOT REMEMBER HER LAST NAME


Name: Frank D
Email:
Residing: Chester
Date: 14 Feb 2003
Time: 00:11:07

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When I grew up a little I graduated to Sam Ruebens on Welsh. Whole different world. Actors, painters, history professors, lawyers, pretender with no talent but sparkling personalities, everybody had a style all their own. Peggy and I used to play flirting games with the girls and guys, while Schrass the bartender mixed drinks and butcherd opera selctions, and later Jeep Jacono would come in and hang around after hous playing jazz piano til 4 0r 5am Sam and shirly were always there always cool and in control' I was a sketch artist in those days and I still have every face I did during the periad. Later, when Joe Collona took over, something was lost, and alot of the people began to gather at my house on east Parkway avenus or at Stella Haneys in the west end. At one time there were about fifty people in our circle. And while it was going it was the brightest social light in the city. But now of course its all gone, nothin left but a few suvenoirs, and alotta happy memories,.


Name: Frank D
Email:
Residing: Chester
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 23:41:24

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Somebody mention Molly's tavern? Spent a lot of time there with the Kline bros from Hook. We were 19 or 20 then, and no trouble getting served. Got my second worst drunk there (the first was at the Marine bar on 4th st when I was 15. Blacked out my 2 best buddies robbed me, but they got me home safe, no hard feelings


Name: Pat
Email:
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Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 23:38:14

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Bob: The mere fact that you remembered the last name of Lebischak and spelled it right means something - and the correct address on Clover Lane. I find this interesting. Give it more thought. If they had had another daughter when we were 12, I know I would have known. Her brother was quite a bit younger - and their father's name was "John". Everyone called him "Big John" - cause he was a big, tall man, as were his daughters (tall, I mean).


Name: Frank D
Email:
Residing: Chester
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 23:33:53

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Real estate agents advertise Toby Farms as being part of Brookhaven. Thats where that misnomer came from. Doubt they actually sell any houses by that ruse.


Name: Joanne
Email:
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Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 22:01:02

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TRISH, I work private duty on Powell and there town on there mail is BROOKHAVEN! Fancy that


Name: mike garvey
Email: chesterchevy19061@yahoo
Residing: trainer
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 21:07:07

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jaonne, I was thier to at the reunion. I have 2 boys 17,4 onr girl 14. married 8 years. I still live in the area Trainer. i go buy the old area all the time. you can take the Boy out of chester you just cant take Chester out of the boy.


Name: FC(CHS)68
Email:
Residing:
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 20:47:18

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To hgc/pmc59--The Mack bldg at 2d & Dock St is still there. It is now owned by AA West Roofing.


Name: GP
Email:
Residing:
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 16:44:43

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skyjumper, name some of the pickers for friday night if you can. Any chance you remember the Sandy Ridge Boy's that played their way back?


Name: trish
Email:
Residing: brookhaven(realboro)
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 16:10:05

Comments

For everyone's information....Toby Farms is not in the Boro of Brookhaven.....it is Chester township, PA, the post office is brookhaven...so is upland, so is parkside, what is up with toby farms residents......


Name: Curtis Jean-Francois
Email: kurtflirt"no spam"@hotmail.com
Residing: Bronx, NY
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 16:05:53

Comments

It's been years since I have visited Chester since my graduation in 96. I still think about the teachers at Chester High School as well as Delaware County College a couple of blocks away. I'm interested to see how things have changed in the neighborhood. I lived in Toby Farms in Brookhaven. Anybody from Chester High still live in that area.


Name: hgc/pmc59
Email:
Residing: delco area
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 15:54:07

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skyjumper ,did you go to p.m.c.?


Name: Dan CHS54
Email:
Residing:
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 15:35:15

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Skyjumper--Since you were a Clipper fan, I'll let you out of the dog house. I just wanted you to play nice. Now you've made me feel guilty. But not as guilty as we felt after Farrell in 54.


Name: Joyce M. Langdale
Email: joyce.pristash@jmpstashcs.com
Residing: Still in Delco area!
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 15:26:54

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I lived in Chester on E. Parkway from 1995 to 2000! I miss this town! Good people, great friends, beautiful area.

I worked in Chester on E. 5th St. from 1977 through 1992! What a good time - great stores back then for shopping and great stores for eating! Those were the days!

John, thanks for this awesome site!


Name: hgc/pmc59
Email:
Residing: delco area
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 14:55:10

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to skyjumper, a friend of mine used part of a cherrio's box for his inspection sticker, love the schmidt's beer label, though. he said you can't get an education at this web site. i guess you drank the beer first?


Name: Skyjumper
Email:
Residing: In the dog house
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 14:47:59

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Hope every one is enjoying this great old fashion winter.wep master thanks for blowing up the picture of the old Stanley I did not remember the Stanley restaurant I pictured the post office next door but remember they were not attached. I was out of the area for more than 25 years plusI had a brain hemoroid. For you old Molleys Tavern fans (HURLEYS TO YOU YOUNGUNS) a pick up band of some of the regular pickers are appearing at the Claymont diner on friday Feb.14 (Formerly the Coachouse) Time to dust off the old cowboy boots and do a little 'bellyrubin" dancing" time to shine the old belt buckel up. Hurts me to my quick when one of Chesters greatest sports figure admonishs me Hey I was in the stands cheering you on at the big game with Farell. To insinuate that I was infering that the Seminary was running a abortion clinic caught me off guard----untill what I heard on a well known talk show last week some one wanted to know why Bono was going to be allow to fly over Iraq taking pictures they were going to send U2 over the country. Studebackers I had two of them I bought Dr. Molls 1940 president for $65.00 a two tone blue beauty dark blue fenders light blue body. it was the first car I did not buy at Joes junk yard. After about four months the starter went I drove another few months with out a starter just parked on a lot of hills. Had 1937 business coupe purchased from Joes for $15.00 it was bigger than most modern sedans removed the partician behind the seat could fit about a dozen people in the car great for going to the drivein. a lable off a schmits quart bottle made a perfect inspection sticker. Even the bad times were good


Name: John (Jack/Buzz) Boznango
Email: buzz8755nospam@aol.com
Residing: Aston
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 12:48:46

Comments

I am looking for my cousin, Joan Murphy, who graduated from Chester High somewhere between 1958 and 1961. If anyone can give me any information, I would really appreciate it. Thanks.


Name: hgc/pmc59
Email:
Residing: delco area
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 11:12:17

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to dan chs54, a friend of mine relates the following story,his father had just purchased a new chevy (65 i believe),at hastings chevy,while there he looked at a studebaker (the one that the hawk was based on,before the hawk came out ,53/54)and the dealer sold it to him for $50.00 to get rid of the studebaker i think it had a 289 v/8 ,the chevy had a 283 .they started out for home on the conchester and they got after each other,and my friend said he left the chevy in the dust with the studebaker. hey all you g.m. guys ,that is what he told me,and i wasn't there so ,i can't verify it,but that was his story.i heard their 289 was their own design ,and it WAS NOT A FORD 289,BUT A DIFFERENT ENGINE OF STUDEBAKER'S DESIGN.he said his father told him he had better not tell anybody about it,if he knew what was good for him.


Name: Bob SJ'60
Email:
Residing: NJ
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 10:11:25

Comments

Pat

Oh I guess you could be right about the Lebischaks not having a "Patricia". Thought she would have graduated from ND around 1962. Thought I remembered a few dances? Must have been another life. Just me having a senior moment I guess. More and more of those here of late. No "Pat" you say eh?

Hummmmmmmmm Bob


Name: E .Rink
Email: hacksawkid@wmconnect.com
Residing: N.C.r
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 09:54:12

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RON SNARR YOU CAN CALL BRET AT MY HOUSE 1336 .838 9137 BUT HE DONT GET IN SOME NIGHT AFTER 9OR 10 PM HE IS DOING GOOD DRINK LIKE FISH BUT GO WORK EVERY DAY DRIVE HIS BOSS NEW VAN BERT AND RON GOT STRING TIED TO BERT BELL ON HIS DOOR TO MY DOOR WHEN WE WONT HIM WE JUST PULL THE STRING


Name: Joanne Venables Fuller
Email: dstitsjf@aol.com
Residing: Eddystone
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 07:05:36

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John, my husband is the last of the Fullers in his family other then my children. So i am most sure that he is not. His family is from Galvistan Texas. Thanks for asking


Name: John
Email:
Residing:
Date: 13 Feb 2003
Time: 00:15:48

Comments

JoAnn Fuller are you related to Mildred or Bonnie Fuller.


Name: DanCHS54
Email:
Residing:
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 23:22:09

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hgc--More memories. I had to drive from Chester to West Chester everyday when I had the Stude(it was my 1st car). I had to always use the Conchester because it could just barely make the hills on the Baltimore Pk.


Name: FC(CHS)68
Email:
Residing:
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 23:00:02

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TO JOHN---CHESTER HARDWARE AND SUPPLY AND BERGERS ARE SEPERATE AND NOT ONE AND THE SAME. BERGERS CLOSED UP A FEW YEARS AGO.


Name: old man
Email:
Residing:
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 22:54:16

Comments

Flip Sheriden What a piece of work !!!


Name: george woolaver
Email: geowool@aol.com
Residing: chester - buckman village
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 22:30:26

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To: Frank Demaio From George Woolaver

Frank, my dad was the george woolaver that you mention suceeded you at Firestone. He now lives in Salem NJ but I live in Buckman Village. I believe I went to St Mikes' with you son. Dad is currently in Riddle Hospital as the result of an infection as he now has fluid in his lungs. He retired several years ago due to a degenerative nerve condition (CMT). He still mentions his time at firestone and Eddy Kessler from time to time. I will mention this note to him and he may drop you a line when he gets out of the hospital

George the 4th


Name: Frank DeMaio
Email: D9099@aol
Residing: Chester
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 22:02:57

Comments

For a history project Ive been working on for several years, I am looking for old records from the now defunct South Chester Baptist church. Any leads or help in locating archives or other material would be supremely appreciated. Email to the above.


Name: Joanne Venables Fuller
Email: dstitsjf@aol.com
Residing: Eddystone
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 21:53:20

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Hey Michael. I saw your sisters at the reunion but not you! Also your parents! So how are you. I am doing good. Have 2 boys one 17 and one 12, married to husband going on 20 years in June. We also have a set of twin boys 18 (foster) Life is good, no complaints. Do you remember HONEYSUCKLE after them football games? I sure do! Lots of memories and i think that is all it is now since everything is gone or at least almost. Take care!

BOB SJ60. I lived at 1222 Clover Lane and the Lebashacks lived at the last home on the left of my street. You may know my brother Hal! Take Care


Name: mike  garvey
Email: chesterchevy19061@yahoo
Residing: trainer
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 21:32:34

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joanne v hello its funny how we remember the goood old days. them Rez cheerleading outfits ha. I love the West end I still go to my buddies pizza shop at 9th and highland. The highland Pharm.

never forget.


Name: wolf
Email: sr2359@aol.com
Residing: lincoln Unversity
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 19:26:48

Comments

Hey Bert Are you coming back to Pa soon if so give me a call it would be nice to see you its been a long time and so much has happened but to much to tell you on computer


Name: Ronald  bell  
Email: hacksaw  kid @2002  WM CONNECT.COM
Residing: WILKESBORO  NCI
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 18:46:04

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I AM LOOKING FOR MY BROTHER BOYS OR GIRL THE BELL BOYS I AM RONALD BELL I LIVE IN WILKESBORO NC


Name:
Email: HACKSAW  KID2002@WMCONNECT .COM
Residing: NC
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 17:40:38

Comments

BERT JUST CAME IN FROM WORK I TOLD HIM THAT YOU WONT HIM TO CALL YOU HE LIVE IN MY BACK YARD I AM PAUL MOM BERT SAID HELLO


Name: RON  BELL
Email: HACK SAW  KID 2002@WM CONNECT COM
Residing: NC
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 17:29:23

Comments

THIS IS FOR PACES I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANY OF YOUS


Name: Pat
Email:
Residing:
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 16:32:15

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Bob SJ60: A Lebischak family did live at the end of Clover Lane on the West side of the street. One of my best friends was Connie Lebischak (went all through school with her). She had an older sister (forget her name) and a younger brother. But I do not recall a "Pat" Lebischak. Connie graduated ND in '50 and her sister was a few years older. So, unless you were into dating "older women" I'm wondering if you got the first name right.


Name: Tom N. (CHS54)
Email:
Residing: Chester, PA
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 15:37:33

Comments

Jack Mills....Phipps riding academy was on Concord road. At the time, I think it was around Concord road and Engle. About a mile or so past the Chester high Athletic field. I have a photographic memory but I think I am out of film. Hope this helps. TN


Name: JACK MILLS
Email: FLOJAC1429@HOTMAIL.COM
Residing: RIDLEY TOWNSHIP
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 14:42:03

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COULD SOMEBODY TELL ME EXACTLY WHERE PHIPPS RIDING ACADEMY WAS. I HAVE BEEN HAVING A DISCUSSION WITH MY BROTHER IN LAW AND CAN NOT FIGURE WHERE IT WAS.


Name: jack
Email: j.kersh@worldnet.att.net
Residing:
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 14:06:33

Comments

hey bert, how ya doing! jack (aka captain white head) ron,i guess you heard we lost monday night.


Name: M. Kate ND65
Email: brit1675@bellsouth.net
Residing: PCB.,Fl.
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 11:22:02

Comments

Sharyn, I hung around with Linda DiCesare and remember The Sheridan family, they lived 1 or 2 doors from Linda, I believe it was Pine La., I have often wondered where Linda got to, she had a younger sister Susan.


Name: Bob SJ'60
Email:
Residing: NJ
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 11:08:37

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U W 2

I assume you were talking to Walt about the 2nd. and Booth comments.

Joanne

I dated a young lady from Clover Lane I believe the 1200 block, Pat Lebischak.

Bob


Name: Sharyn
Email:
Residing:
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 10:01:19

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To: Joanne Fuller While I remember those things, I did not grow up in Chester but Garden City, as I've said before. And, I'm still looking for people who lived there. BUT, a close friend from school DID grow up there, on Pine Lane-1136 or 1126 or something close. Her name is Carole Sheridan. She has an older sister Pat, brothers: Jimmy, Flip and one more. If you remember the family, or any of the kids, in particular, let me know via this site and I'll contact Carole and tell her about you.


Name: sang soon.Lee
Email: dalvasion@yahoo.co.kr
Residing: seoul korea
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 09:54:10

Comments

I remember your albume thanks for my story and your history. l IOVE YOUR MIND AND I LOVE YOUR FURTURE. WOULD YOU HAVE MY MIND? I LOVE MOON AND MY FRIEND SUN. I LOVE FOREVER. AND I AM WAITING YOUR NEW ALBUM.THANKS FOR YOUR PRESENT GIVE ME LOVE SONG THANKS THANKS MICHAEL....... FROM YOUR LOVE'S WIFE SANGSOON


Name: hgc/pmc59
Email:
Residing: delco area
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 08:53:06

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to dan chs54 ,i was at an antique car show a few years back, and a guy was running a ww2 weasel (tracked military vehicle), and it went by ,with the engine screaming, doing about 8 mph. i later caught up with vehicle, and the engine compartment was open, inside was a little studebaker 6, no wonder it was screaming the 6 probably had all of 100 hp or less.


Name: Duffy
Email:
Residing:
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 08:29:32

Comments

According to "Historic Chester" calendar, on this day in 1949 Gene Autry and his troupe stopped for lunch at the Mal-Tone Restaurant in Chester. An unbeatable combination!


Name: Joanne Venables Fuller
Email:
Residing: Eddystone
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 08:00:14

Comments

Hi all. I mat have not been around when all of you where around growing up but i grew up in the west end. Its hard for me to think about it now because there is nothing there. I remember the old Penn Fruit Market, Gino's, the Lewis Library on 9th and Booth> where did it all go. Hanging out on Vesuvios (sp) wall. Getting in trouble for loitering. I grew up on Clover Lane and still to this day at family dinners some how all my sisters and brothers bring up the good old times there. Smoking on the corners... Not any more. Its all memories and good ones at that.


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Email:
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Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 07:37:05

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can remember old Mr. Jadyk in the store, Mike coming in when it got to crowded from the attached living quarters and Old Mrs. Jadyk always working hard in her garden --great memory of that candy display shelve they had with a jar of I think string rock candy on top..my favorite was the Squirrel nut, and Turkis Taffy. Trying to remember E. did they have 2 or 3 tables inside and the window ledge. Its torn down now. All the houses on that side of 2nd are. Dumans, Falkowskis,Kowals are still there last time I was in town. Manchins is down too.


Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 12 Feb 2003
Time: 06:32:16

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pitching pennys against that wall at Jadyks were yea...happy days...or playing checkers inside while having a dish of ice cream..


Name: U W 2
Email:
Residing: Boothyn, Pa.
Date: 11 Feb 2003
Time: 22:31:20

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To the person that wrote about 2nd and Booth Sts. I know all of those people. I hung out at Jadycks candy store. Let me know who you are. Use your e-mail address


Name: Ron L Snarr Sr.   Aka wolf
Email: sr2359@aol.com
Residing: Jennersville Pa
Date: 11 Feb 2003
Time: 18:25:04

Comments

Hey Bert Its your brother ron I sent you an e-mail on 2-11-03 with phone number call me


Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 11 Feb 2003
Time: 18:02:34

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Tom:

I went to St. Hedwigs and I remember the little store next to Shahadi's. My memory is somewhat warped though I do remember if you had a little bit of extra money you would sneak off at recess and head to that store. lol


Name: Dan CHS54
Email:
Residing:
Date: 11 Feb 2003
Time: 17:47:15

Comments

hgc---Had a 47 Stude in 1956.For those who never saw one, Stude came out with the new design in 45 or 46??. The joke at the time was you couldn't tell if it was coming toward you or going away. You're right about the oil. In the summer I used the sludge oil my uncle got when he drained the tanker truck he drove. I couldn't use it in the winter because it was too thick( couldn't turn over the engine).


Name: Tom CHS76
Email:
Residing: PA
Date: 11 Feb 2003
Time: 13:16:48

Comments

Hey Birdie, Send Ron back up he missed pool last night.


Name: TomCHS76
Email:
Residing: PA
Date: 11 Feb 2003
Time: 13:14:03

Comments

Went to school with Micheal Boyda. Chris Teofilak works at the Beneficial Bank in Eddystone. There was another kid I ran with for a while his name was Nick ?????? and there was also a Terry Miller. Lived down behind the old Battan Motors. I don't remember if the store was McMasters but that does sound familiar. They had all kinds of kids junk in there, also bicycle parts.


Name: Pete & His Gang
Email:
Residing:
Date: 11 Feb 2003
Time: 12:15:13

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Happy Valentines Day Chester!

http://www.flowgo.com/flowgo2_view.cfm?page_id=50354


Name: Tony Reczek
Email: tonyreczek@msn.com"no spam"
Residing: Beaverdam, Virginia
Date: 11 Feb 2003
Time: 11:17:25

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To all “Oldtimers”,

I was born in Chester in 1932 and lived there until I was about 38 years old.

When I was just a small kid, I remember, what I always thought of as a very fancy restaurant. As I recall it was called the "Washington House".

It was in downtown Chester, located on the north side of Market Street next door to the Washington movie house between 3rd and 4th streets.

At that time, during the Depression, my family could not afford to eat there. But we passed by the place many times. Looking in the large windows, I saw a beautiful, inviting room with many tables all covered with white table cloths, gleaming place settings with silver, glassware and intricately folded napkins.

By the time I grew up, in the late 40's, early 50's, the Washington House restaurant, as well as the Washington movie house, had gone out of business. So I never had a chance to sample their food and service.

I would like to hear from anyone who can give us any more information on this obviously once fine old Chester restaurant.

Cordially,

Tony Reczek


Name: Bob SJ'60
Email:
Residing: NJ
Date: 11 Feb 2003
Time: 09:22:42

Comments

2nd & Booth

Walt

So much for your old brain not thinking you covered pretty much everybody. Went to school with the Montgomery boys, Gloria Manchin, Bobby Fedgchin. Played pinochle in front of John Kowal's house plus was in his class at Holy Ghost. Worked in Teofilak's grocery store and knew John Tomaszewski from playing music.

Boy did you bring back some memories.


Name: hgc/pmc59
Email:
Residing: delco area
Date: 11 Feb 2003
Time: 08:54:03

Comments

i do know what a STUDEBAKER was/is ,but at a recent car show the youngsters there didn't have a clue, untill i showed them several on display. that is why i included "WHAT IS A STUDEBAKER?". my sister had one a 47 i believe you filled up the oil and checked the gas. actually if you know about a studebaker ,well you have seen a few snowy winters. gotcha!


Name: mugu
Email: mugu@mugu.com
Residing: lome--togo
Date: 11 Feb 2003
Time: 04:06:51

Comments

cool and nice site


Name: Helen Gallo
Email: gallohj"no spam"@aol.com
Residing: Ridley Park
Date: 11 Feb 2003
Time: 02:33:06

Comments

Does anyone remember Wissler's Print Shop which was on East 7th St. between Crosby and Deshong Sts. Willis Wissler and his wife were the owners. They had a son, Bill. I worked there after School and Saturdays about 1958-1961.


Name: RONALD BELL
Email: HACKSAWKID@WMCONNECT.COM
Residing: chester   pa
Date: 11 Feb 2003
Time: 00:41:58

Comments

i know bert snarr he lives in wilkesboro NC DOING GOOD IF YOU WONT TO E MAIL HIM THIS IS ADDRESS HACKSAW KID@WMCONNECT


Name: Vince SJ/56
Email: vcasciat@tampabay.rr.com
Residing: St.pete. Fl
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 21:40:35

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To the gentleman that doesn't know what a Studebaker is, go to www.studebakermuseum.org. They have a real good virtual tour that will bring back a lot of memories to a lot of people.


Name: Sharyn
Email:
Residing:
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 20:47:22

Comments

Let me explain where the Shaws lived. Put the elementary school on Moore Rd. to your back. Walk straight ahead down Maryland Ave, cross over NJ Ave, continue straight through the weedy field where kids played ball, which would drop you onto a court which led to PA Ave. Once on Pa Ave, there was a four group of houses on your right. The last house of the 4, the little one was where the Shaws lived. That group of 4 houses backed up to what used to be the Green farm. I knew both girls, Patty and Puddy Green. Pennsylvania Ave was a half oval that hooked up with NJ Ave at either end. There were courts which branched off many places.


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Email:
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Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 20:44:19

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2nd & Booth: Please excuse any misspelled names, this old brain just can't think.. The candy store (Jadyks) across the street, Manchins on Booth.. , Joe the Ice Mans house (DiMaio). On the other corner the apartments the Masudas and Drulicks next to that going toward Harwick..the Petersons (Malinoski's) the Bunks, Tomaswski's, across, Minasac/Glesh, Pitners, Boyda, Guzek, Fedgchin, Novak, Roberts later Tefeloks store, down Booth...behind candy store, Duman, Falkowski, Kowal/Latwinka, Dumans across at front and booth..Barons,McIntyres, Falks, down second or around second and booth...Kulis, Wrights, Montgomery, Carmans, Zdun, Jarashinski, Scope, Smiths,...


Name: Lillie Pizza
Email: plpizza"nospam@ticon.net
Residing: Wisconsin
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 20:04:56

Comments

Boy, you must be very young if you have never heard of a STUDEBAKER.


Name:
Email:
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Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 19:58:34

Comments

The Shaws from Walnut and Harvey Road?


Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 19:53:02

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Trying to place the farm, were the Shaws the last house on the corner by Moore Road? trying to get a picture of the area again.


Name: Sharyn
Email:
Residing: New Jersey
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 19:15:51

Comments

Yes, I remember the field, again where we played baseball. You could walk through it, going in between the houses to New Jersey avenue, up Maryland Ave. to Moore Road, turn right and the elementary school was on your left. If you turned left at NJ ave. there was a store there-a small grocery store, as well as the rental office just before it. See, my memory is returning. Can't believe nobody knows the Shaws.


Name: Duffy
Email:
Residing:
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 19:02:20

Comments

I learned to drive in a Studebaker!


Name: The Deaf One
Email:
Residing:
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 18:37:41

Comments

Harry V, sorry those names do not ring a bell.

Sharyn, Maybe we attended kindegarten the same year '56-'57 school year. I think I still have the picture of the kindergarten class, will check when I visit Pa again this year. Also, I'm not sure, but walking toward Garden City school there was a store before the school wasn't there? I remember the field usually had tall grasses that we could hide in.


Name: Sharyn van Deusen Felix
Email: scfteach2000@aol.com
Residing: Mullica Hill, New Jersey
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 18:02:50

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To: The Deaf One: you lived at 168 Pa. Ave, I lived at 109-across the street and up (or down) some. I lived there until 1960 and had Miss Finnegan also for Kindergarten (I'm older-1951 or 52) and yes, I remember the ball field and also played baseball (something very unlady like but I was better than most boys but couldn't play organized ball because I was a girl). To: Bob Swavely-you lived at 154, closer yet. Don't know any of the names you mentioned but how about the Harlons? Judy, Doug, their brother Manny in a wheel chair. TO; Harry V-although you're closer to my oldest sibling in age (Ted van Deusen NP48) you too lived fairly close. Surely some one remembers the Shaw family, lived in the smallest end house, backed up to the farm behind, had 12-14 kids in a 2 bedroom house. Also, the Delias across the street, Lucille, Joe and Donald and their brother Jerry who used to sit on the porch screaming at the radio when the Phillies played and By Salm (sp) did the play by play. Help me out here folks.


Name: Bob SJ'60
Email:
Residing: NJ
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 17:21:13

Comments

Tom

Trying to remember the store you are referring to. Could it be McMaster's. They sold all sorts of things including comic books etc.

Bob


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Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 17:18:32

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Harry V:

Jane Hester rang a lot of bells in her time.


Name: TomCHS76
Email: T9257"nospam"@yahoo.com
Residing: PA
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 16:23:20

Comments

I remember when I was a kid there was a store between Hayes and Highland at 3rd, that sold novelty items. They had siren rings, you blew in them and they sounded just like a siren. They also had a light bulb that uncle sylvester use to stick in his mouth and light. I saved up my money just to get one. You had to put a piece of aluminum foil in your mouth to make the contact for the thing to work. Also, got my first deck of trick cards there. Can't remember the name of that store. It was next to what became Lucky's or maybe in the middle of the block next to the original Shahadi's. I can still see the red painted front?


Name: Bob SJ'60
Email:
Residing: NJ
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 14:49:43

Comments

Walt Birney

2nd&Booth? Name doesn't ring a bell. Thought I knew all the families who lived there at one time except I believe there were apartments on one corner. Used to spend part of my summers playing pinochle under a tree on Booth Street and baseball on the slag pile.

Bob


Name: hgc/pmc59
Email:
Residing: delco area
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 14:18:10

Comments

to lou cortese; i don't remember CHESTER MACK TOYOTA, but chester mack was located on second street and penn or chester creek/river. they did sell mercedes-benz in the 1950's (i believe 1958), my dad and i stopped there one day to look at them. he was working at the ford plant at the time. we thought they were kind of neat, but we never priced any. so if a mack truck dealer can sell mercedes in 1958,selling toyota in the 1960's makes sense. the chester school district operated the vocational program out of the building in the late 1960 s, i'm not sure if the building is still there or not (route 291 modernization may have eaten it up.) i think they sold STUDEBAKER S also, (what is a STUDEBAKER?)


Name: walter birney
Email: tatersone@aol.com
Residing: 2nd & booth sts.chester ,Still here!
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 13:09:10

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this is my home, i was born and raised here, chester has gone thru some very tough times, of course the politicians didnt help things either, but we all understand that thats the way it has to be ,i guess ,she,s down but still kickin....wrb


Name: Lou Cortese
Email: wingsnwheels58@hotmail.com
Residing: Glen Mills
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 12:50:31

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I was wondering if anyone remembers a car dealer called "Chester Mack Toyota". It seems like I am the only one who recalls it!


Name: Wayne Weathers
Email:
Residing: Durham, NC
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 12:34:44

Comments

Other great memories about Chester was the carnival. At the end of the school year, we would have a carnival right next to Chester High. It was great because we were able to have fun and this was a prelude to the end of the school year. Also, I can't forget about the time when RUN-DMC performed at Widener University during the Fall of 1984. This was a great time. May the memory of Jam Master Jay continue to live in our hearts and mind. Also, I remember when Teddy Pendergras performed live at Chester High during the late seventies.


Name: CHS '73
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Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 11:22:50

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Had my very first kiss at the Great Leopard circa 1968! Wow - that was a really long time ago!


Name: Joanne
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Residing: Eddystone
Date: 10 Feb 2003
Time: 11:04:29

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RONALD BELL, there are STRICKLANDS that live here in EDDYSTONE.. If you really want to find them go to your servers White Pages and look up there names and see what it comes up with. GODD LUCK


Name: HarryV (CHS48)
Email: angola"nospam"hmv@aol.com
Residing: Lewes De
Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 21:34:17

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To the deaf one, I lived at 62 Pennsylvania Ave. from 1947 till 1955. Some names I remember are Jerry Oakes, Wayne Hubler, Jane Hester. Do they ring a bell??


Name: Wayne Weathers
Email:
Residing: Durham, NC
Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 21:12:29

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I remember eating tasty cake pies and cup cakes with my lunch. My I was younger we would by them at the corner store for thirty five cent. Also, I remember eating those hostess apple pies.

When I was in high school, it was a great time when spring came because the water ice truck would be waiting for all students after school. We would by a nice water ice and eat a real soft pretzel walking home. I have not had a water ice in a long time.


Name: RONALD  BELL
Email: HACKSAWKID@WM CONNECT
Residing: WILKESBORO   NCI
Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 20:59:54

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I LOOKING FOR MY COUSIN CARL STRICKLAND OR ANY OF THE PACE


Name: Anna
Email:
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Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 20:53:46

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Grocery shopping at Hi Lo and the swinging bridge to get to it from downtown.


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Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 20:28:01

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Holy Ghost Ukrainian Catholic Church will me making and selling Pierogies. I heard they are delicious and there is no limit. The schedule is as follows but, you may call the rectory for more information if you'd like:

February 19 Peel potatoes & onions, cook onions

February 20 Cook potatoes and make potato balls.

February 21 Make and Cook Pyrohy

Wed March 5 Peel potatoes and cook onions Thurs March 6 Cook potatoes and make balls Friday March 7 Make and cook pyrohy.

You may pick up pyrohy orders from 12 noon until 3:00 p.m.

Any help that you can give in making pyrohy is needed and appreciated, Thank you and enjoy.

Rectory (610) 494-7899

Church Hall (610) 494-8734

Rev. Vasil Bunik is the Pastor and is very nice.


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Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 20:27:48

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Did Bill Stahler own the PeeWee or another restraunt on the Pike near St. Rose?


Name: The Deaf One
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Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 20:22:37

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No, the father worked with a roofing company, I believe.


Name: Caroline
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Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 20:09:17

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Deaf One: There was a store built on Moore, has changed over the years with several different ones occupying the space. I believe it is now occupied by Comcast offices.


Name: Anna
Email: @comcast.net
Residing: Claymont, D.
Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 19:45:27

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I lived across from the park on 18th St. 1956-1965. I went to Holy Ghost for 1st & 2nd grade but I persuaded my father to transfer me to Stetser so I wouldn't have to ride the "76" bus. The Valentine Boxes were a great flash back (HG didn't have that) but my best memories of that school was the reindeer & sleigh painted on the windows during the Holiday Season. I can't remember which direction they were heading. My favorite teacher was Miss German and she had to have had the first VW Beetle in Chester. As I got older you could tell who was hanging at that park by the cars parked on Melrose Ave or at the dead end of 17th St. It is possible that we may have played together since I cannot remember all the kids I played with in and around that park.


Name: Ron Bell
Email: Hacksawkid2002@wm connect.com
Residing: North Carolina
Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 19:42:35

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Im Bert Snarr from McCaffery Village. i live in n.c wilkesboro nc


Name: Ron Bell
Email: Hacksawkid2002@wm connect.com
Residing: North Carolina
Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 19:33:16

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Im looking for my cousin Carl Strickland,or one of the Paces from Chester.


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Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 19:03:09

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Deaf One: If you hung with the Habersetts (sp.) were they any relation to the scrapple people? The history of the Habersett family would be quite interesting on this site.


Name: The Deaf One
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Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 18:34:14

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Bob, I used to hang around with the Habbersettes (sp) and the Burch families back then. I am wondering if you can recall a new store was being built on Moore's back in I think '57 or '58 alot of the kids would go to after a rainstorm to play in the "swimming pool" filled with mud in the summer time? I went to kindergarten in '56 and the teacher was Miss Finnegan.


Name: Joanne Fuller
Email: dstitsjf@aol.com
Residing: Eddystone
Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 18:26:47

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Marc, the Pee Wee Diner was located on CHester Pike now it is where COmmunity Transit stores there broken down vehicles. It is located right across from the Eddystone Crossings WAL_MART


Name: Mary Lou
Email:
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Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 18:13:38

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I remember the Mallis's family. Or at least the older ones, Wasn't the store run by two brothers? They were very nice, I remember in the fall they would have pumpkins ,for sale at that time that was a big deal. Not to many people would go out of the city to get pumpkins for decorations, like they do now. I think there were two families, and they lived side by side on the south side of Morton Ave. The store was on the North side just as you turned to go on to 12th Street.


Name: Tom N.  CHS 54
Email:
Residing: Chester PA
Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 15:15:16

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Marc....PeeWee's diner was on Chester Pike near Eddystone. TN


Name: marc
Email: eggman9@comcast.net
Residing: n. wales, pa
Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 15:03:50

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hi, anyone know where Pee Wee's diner was in Chester or if the diner is still there? Please let me know. eggman9@comcast.net Thanks, Marc


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Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 14:30:20

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marylo:

The name of the Greek families that ran the grocery store in Sun Village was Mallas. Very nice people. I used to hang with their sons. Nice guys too.


Name: Carol (Moffett) Andrews
Email: VaBchMimi@cox.net
Residing: Virginia Beach, VA
Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 13:45:39

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I remember the Great Leopard. I had hours of fun there skating. One of the best Christmas presents I ever got was that pair of roller rink skates. Wasn't there a huge market/grocery store under the skating rink? I believe it was called the Great Leopard Market.


Name: Bob swavely
Email: bswavely"no spam"@yahoo.com
Residing: West Chester, Pa.
Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 12:09:21

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To the Deaf One: I lived at 154 Pennsylvania Ave til 1960 when we moved to Maryland Ave. We used to play ball in the field you talked about. The only playground I remember was at the Garden City elementary school on Moore road. My friends the Donnellys and the Hickeys and Marty Gray spent many hours in that field. I miss those days!!


Name: marylo
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Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 11:47:52

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pat, folkes jeweler was on the other side of the street. As far as I know they are"t tearing that side down. If I remember that sider was: Folkes jewelers, 3 or 4 residences, the greeks store owner lived in one, then a baber shop, later to be the Sun Village Sports Club then another house, then a hoagie shop, later Squires shop, bakery, drug store, Sunset bar and Grill, another house, Mr Dodds daughter lived in it at one time, alunchenette with a counter John' or Pete<s then another jeweler and the Lilac Cleaners.


Name: Florence50
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Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 11:45:32

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Hi Terry, I remember the first movie I saw at the Boyd theatre. It was Hello Frisco Hello, with John Payne and Alice fay. it was a musical and of course a love story.


Name: TOMCHS76
Email: T9257"nospam"@yahoo.com
Residing: PA
Date: 09 Feb 2003
Time: 09:27:56

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To the person inquiring about the Snarrs. Joe and Ron live out in the Oxford area. I was at a Christmas party at Ronny's house. Joe, Lee and Kenny were there, also. Everyone is doing well. I shoot pool with Ron on Monday nights. I sent you a list if you are who I think you are. Ron email address is on it. If you didn't get it let me no and I will resend.


Name: The Deaf One
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Date: 08 Feb 2003
Time: 21:41:47

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Garden City: I used to live at 168 Pennsylvania Ave. until 1959 then we moved. I remembered a field back there. Was my favorite place to fly my kite there. There used to be a playground back there right?


Name: Lillie Pizza
Email: plpizza "nospam"@ticon.net.
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Date: 08 Feb 2003
Time: 20:56:14

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Hi Sharyn, I lived on Pennsylvania Ave. in the "project". I'm probably older than you because my children were born when we lived there. My sister-in-law lived on Maryland Ave. and when she died about 3 years ago, her son sold her house for upwards of $52.000. How 'bout that? We used to take the bus on Moore street in front of the Garden City Grade School to go to Chester shopping. Great memories! Althought I live in Wisconsin, I still think of Chester as my "home".


Name: Trish Waldron
Email: trish7142@comcast.net
Residing: Glen Mills Pa.
Date: 08 Feb 2003
Time: 20:26:09

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Every once and a while you read over everything written since you last looked and it feels so good to read all the memories. I believe we all feel the same way.I must comment about CANDY APPLES I lived in the west end on Pine lane and i can remember the houses that had candy apples and popcorn balls they were the first houses to go to.Now a days mothers would never let you eat something like that unless she knew who and where it came from.We have come so far but indeed we have payed a price for it.


Name: Doris O'Brien Chinn
Email: chinn_t@bellsouth.net
Residing: Ormond Beach, FL
Date: 08 Feb 2003
Time: 19:51:55

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I was born and raised in Chester, and I think it was a great place to grow up. You knew everybody, espeially your neighbors, we helped each other out . On summer evenings we sat on our front porch and visited. You don't see that anywhere else. We had a lot of fun growing up in Chester. We played kick the tin can, run sheepy run, hide and seek.and roller skating. One movie we went to on Saturday night you got a dish. We got a whole set of dishes . When it snowed we all took our sleds to Chester park, there was a great hill there, on 4th of July , we kids sat on our front steps and the dads set of firecrackers on the curb, you could watch up and down the street and see different one's going off. I remember walking with my grandfather to Chester creek and filling bottles with good cold spring water. To me Chester was a safe and fun place to live. NOt all cities stay the same and times do change, but it was a good place to live. If you did not live there in the 30's you sure missed some fun living. Doris O'Brien Chinn


Name: CHS1971
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Residing: De
Date: 08 Feb 2003
Time: 19:28:52

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Since everyone is going down memory lane State Theater was Great BUT what about the Great Leopard Skating Rink with the organ music and all ...........Now that was a good place to back in the day............


Name: Pat
Email:
Residing: Delco
Date: 08 Feb 2003
Time: 19:24:02

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MaryLou, Don't forget the jewerly store (foulks) on the corner of Morton Ave and Terrill Street


Name: A Reed
Email: snute41@msn.com
Residing: Brookhaven Pa
Date: 08 Feb 2003
Time: 19:18:34

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Always a pleasure to visit this very informative site.


Name: Tim Ruger
Email: TJRDrummer@earthlink.net
Residing: Naples Fla.
Date: 08 Feb 2003
Time: 18:45:50

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Bert, They lived on 11th st. Me and my brother's still talk about the time my brother Joey climbed up on the roof to retrieve all the rubber ball's. He was on his way down and grabed onto the electric wire. he was falling and out of nowhere Mr. Snarr ran up and caught him. We seem to talk about that whenever we get together.


Name: Sharyn van Deusen Felix
Email: scfteach2000@aol.com
Residing: Mullica Hill, NJ
Date: 08 Feb 2003
Time: 17:07:14

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I grew up in the "project" section of Garden City, Nether Providence in 1946. Went to Garden City Elementary School. I'm looking for others who lived there during the late 1940's and 1950's, especially any body who lived on Pennsylvania Avenue. Thanks Sharyn


Name: BERT
Email: MYTTBAD(KMA)@MAIL.COM
Residing: NC
Date: 08 Feb 2003
Time: 16:35:58

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DOES ANYONE REMEMBER THE SNARR FAMILY? IM BERT AND TRYING TO FIND ANY OF MY OLD FRIENDS FROM THE VILLAGE.


Name: marylou
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Date: 08 Feb 2003
Time: 14:29:10

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Just some recollections of the stores and businesses that occupied that side of Morton Ave

ave in the 50's and early 60's. Right on the corner of morton and Terrel Street was a reality or insurance company, then in no particular order Ryans Market,Sun Village Cafe, a Print Shop, DR. office, Squires Sand Shop, 5 &10 store, Vans appliance, JOe,s hardware,Eureka Appliance and repair,Greek' market(mallis Bros) beauty shop, barber(was actually on Johnson street next to Melrose diner,shoe repair shop, and a dry cleaner. might have been some i missed but I remember we didn't have to go downtown for much other than clothes and new shoe's.


Name: marylou
Email: marylou@amishbarnpa.com
Residing: lancater
Date: 08 Feb 2003
Time: 13:02:50

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what if anything is going to replace the stores and apartments in Sun Village? Your right squires was in the north side of morton ave orignally. he moved across the street when th people who had the other steak shop sold out.


Name: skyjumper
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Residing: NO MANS LAND
Date: 08 Feb 2003
Time: 12:12:03

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Sorry I meant to say the building that the seminary ocupied I did not artculate it properly like I said my wasted youth. I beleive M.L. King was one of the bravest men of this past century.just pointed it out to show how things have changed. Now its back to the rose colored glasses.


Name: Mary Ann Kessler Barrow
Email: mabarrow@att.net
Residing: Villanova, Pa
Date: 08 Feb 2003
Time: 09:15:52

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Frank DeMaio,

Thank you for your nice words about my dad, Ed Kessler who managed the Firestone store at 9th and Edgmont for many years. He has only an 8th grade education and, to this day, remains grateful to Firestone for giving him a chance and an opportunity to be successful.

I really appreciate your comments and will let him know what you said.


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Date: 08 Feb 2003
Time: 08:31:15

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Great pictures Harvey....the sign of the times for Sun Village.


Name: Frank DeMaio
Email: D9099@aol
Residing: Chester
Date: 07 Feb 2003
Time: 23:14:08

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I worked at the Firestone store 56-57 and was succeeded by George W. I never forgot Ed Kessler. Helluva guy. Glad to hear hes still kicking. My brotherinlaw Bill is married to his granddaughter Lynda. Small world, aint it?


Name: Terry Owsiany McHugh
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Residing: Florida
Date: 07 Feb 2003
Time: 22:40:31

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All the talk about the State Theatre has reminded me of the few times I was lucky enough to go to a movie when i was a kid. I saw my very first movie at the State. My oldest sister took me to see Mary Poppins. I was 9 years old and remember to this day, the smell of that theatre, the popcorn, and the thrill of seeing Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke as they danced and sang their way into my memories. With 10 kids we didn't often have the opportunity to go the movies, but when we did, it was at the State. I also remember seeing Batman, The Movie there! My father, God love him, took a small tribe with him that day! What fun we had.


Name: Frank DeMaio
Email: D9099@aol
Residing: Chester
Date: 07 Feb 2003
Time: 22:40:22

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mabarrow, I worked at the Firestone store 57-58 I think. I was succeeded by George W. Never forgot Ed Kessler. Helluva guy. Glad to hear he's still kicking. My brother in law Bill is married to his granddaughter Lynda. Small world, aint it.


Name: Dan CHS54
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Date: 07 Feb 2003
Time: 22:32:22

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skyjumper--I hope you feel better now you've gotten that off your chest. I wondered how long civility and patience would last and you've answered that question.


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Date: 07 Feb 2003
Time: 22:00:44

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FC: Did that hardware that is close to the Industrial Highway later become Bergers Plumbing Supply...the ally next to the hardware looks like the one you would enter for pick ups.


Name: FC(CHS)68
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Date: 07 Feb 2003
Time: 20:22:04

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TO JOHN-AS I STATED BEFORE THE STANLEY WAS REPLACED BY AN ADDITION TO THE POST OFFICE. IF YOU CLICK ON THE PHOTO OF THE STANLEY AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE YOU CAN SEE THE SIGN IN THE BACKGROUND OF THE HARDWARE AND SUPPLY. FC


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Date: 07 Feb 2003
Time: 17:43:55

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I noticed a post about Halloween where the poster mentioned the two ladies who made candy apples for the all the kids, and the kids went there first. If these two ladies did nothing else in their life of any importance, doing that for the kids at Halloween has kept their memory alive - at least for one poster. It's not the heros alone who achieve greatness; it's people like these two ladies who do the "small" things that create cherished memories in others.


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Date: 07 Feb 2003
Time: 15:32:51

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Crozier Seminary is not one of the largest abortion clinics in the east. Maybe the building where the seminary was located is involved in this type of activity. I was at the building where the seminary was located and I did not see a sign stating it was an abortion clinic. It may be an abortion clinic; I don't know.

In regards to Crozier Seminary, they merged with Colgate Seminary where the name is now Colgate-Crozier-Rochester Seminary located in Rochester, New York. I graduated from Duke University Divinity School and did some research on a project where I spoke with Dr. Evans, President of Colgate Seminary.

Many great preachers graduated from Crozier Seminary. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Dr. Harold Carter (New Shiloh Baptist Church, Baltimore Maryland), the late Rev. Dr. Samuel Proctor. Dr. Proctor was a guest professor at Duke University Divinity School and was the pastor of Abysinnian (spelling is incorrect) Baptist Church in New York. This was the church where Adam Clayton Powell was the pastor. Just think, these great preachers obtained their education at Crozier.

What many people do not know is Rev. Dr. J. Pious Barbour trained Dr. King, Dr. Proctor, Dr. Carter at Calvary Baptist Church in Chester. I did not come in contact with this information until I went to Duke University Divinity School in Durham, NC. My preaching professor Dr. Lischer wrote a book called the Preacher King. In this book, there is some information about Chester, Calvary Baptist Church, and Bethany Baptist Church.


Name: skyjumper
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Residing: planet x
Date: 07 Feb 2003
Time: 14:09:06

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Hey jacko there was a clothing store above the Royal (Jimmys pool hall) think it was Henrys.what a classy place old jimmie ran ladies tables and all never saw a female there remember the girls looking down the long staiway hunting for their boy friend.I miss that smoke filled den ahhh my wasted youth.used to sneak into the state after the box office closed saw many half a movie. Dr. King and Ralph Abernathy both went to the Crozier semenary in Upland last time I looked it was one of the largest abortion clinics in the east. [Sorry I meant to say the building that the seminary occupied I did not articulate it properly.] PBS did a documentery on it a few years back. We are all different I enjoyed the piece about Phil Spector guess we should keep it about what penny candy we ate as a child. Good bye I am going to step outside and see if I can smell Ranger Joe cooking that honey,or mabe get a good wiff of Tank Town. peace to all.


Name: florence50
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Date: 07 Feb 2003
Time: 12:13:48

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This is wonderful, you all are writing your memories. Keep it up.


Name: Wayne Weathers
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Residing: Durham, NC
Date: 07 Feb 2003
Time: 08:53:00

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I remember the State Theater. In the early seventies before it closed, my uncle use to take my brother and I to see martial art movies. I was in the first grade. When we use to go to the State Theater, I remember paying one admission fee; but we were able to watch two or three movies. Sometimes, we use to watch one movie twice. Unlike movie theaters of today, the State would have black and white pictures of scenes from the movie before entering. When the movie was closed for the day, we would look at these pictures with excitement because we could not wait to see the movie. Those were some great times.

In the early eighties, does anyone remember the fast food place called Chicken George that came to Chester. They were located at the old Gino's restaurant on the West End on Ninth Street near McCaff. Village? Does anyone remember when Dr. J made a visit to Chester High School in 1983? Finally in the summer of 1982, Ataliyah Shabazz (Malcom X daughter) and Yolanda King (Dr. King's daughter) were in a play at Chester High.


Name: Frank DeMaio
Email: D9099 no spam @aol
Residing: Chester
Date: 06 Feb 2003
Time: 22:37:19

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Just chiming in. Anybody remember me. My dad the Franklin Garage at 5th and Kerlin. Went to st Anthonys, Smedley, Chs early 50s. Knew a lotta cool guys, all DAs and pegged Wranglers, Mr B collars. Best buds were Moose, Boney and Pudge, from the project.


Name: Mary Ann Kessler Barrow
Email: mabarrow@NOJUNK.att.ent
Residing: Villanova, Pa.
Date: 06 Feb 2003
Time: 21:16:03

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To George Woolaver,

Is your mother's maiden name Mary Wolf and your dad's George? Did your dad work for Firestone at 9th and Edgmont? If so, i was your next door neighbor at 60 S. Eyre Dr. and my dad was the manager of the Firestone store and was your dad's boss. My dad still lives in Chester and is quite active at age 90. My best to your family.

I was probably in high school when you were born but i do remember your growing up there.

Mary Ann


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Email: jacko19971
Residing: oskash
Date: 06 Feb 2003
Time: 20:50:45

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sky jumper you could never see the stanley from the royal billards the state was above you


Name: Carol (Moffett) Andrews
Email: VaBchMimi@cox.net
Residing: Virginia Beach, VA
Date: 06 Feb 2003
Time: 20:02:18

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I remember the State Theater being on 7th Street. It was on the other side of the news stand on 7th Street on the right hand side. This web site really tests your memory. But boy are the memories great ! I lived at 6th and McIlvain. I can remember walking to Gino's with my girlfriends to get a milkshake and then walk back home sipping on it. We were high school girls. And back then you could walk from one end of town to the other and be safe. I was thinking a while ago about how great Halloween was back when I was a kid. There were two ladies that lived across the street from me on McIlvain St.,Gizzie Verdon and Mary White. Every year they made candy apples. When you would go there for trick or treat their kitchen would be covered with candy apples. I think their house was the first stop most neighborhood kids made. Isn't it great how a light flickers on and this wonderful memory shines through. I loved Saturday. My Mom would give us kids 25 cents each and we could either go to the all day kiddie matinee at the Mac Theater or we would walk downtown and shop for hours with that 25 cents. I think we hit just about every store there was downtown, McCrory's, Kressgee's (not sure I spelled that right) even Weinbergs. Believe me there probably wasn't anything in Weinbers for 25 cents, but it was great store to look around in. And at Christmas you would walk from one end of downtown to the other as the snow fell on you. No mall back then. Do you remember in the summer when school was out and you use to go to the school playground. There was always someone there to lend out the basketball, volleyball and all kinds of board games. Does anyone remember box hockey ??? You would wait in line forever to get a turn to play. That was a great game. Well as those tiny little embers of memories burst in to flames, jot them down and share them with us.


Name: skyjumper
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Residing: lost in space
Date: 06 Feb 2003
Time: 17:23:45

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the more I look at that picture of the movie house on the home page the more it looks like the state theater.


Name: John Anderson
Email: john.anderson2@edwards.af.mil
Residing: Calif.
Date: 06 Feb 2003
Time: 14:36:50

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Anna...

WOW -- Haven't thought of those PMC Chimes for 20 years!!!! But your absolutely right... Never had a wrist watch back in those days as a youth, but, one kept time by the hourly/half hour & even quarter hour Chimes from the Old Main building on campus. Many a time running home as fast as one could -- DURING those bell chimes!!!!!! There was NO excuse to parents for all who lived within the hearing-span of that damn clock. Where did you live?? And when??? Do I know you by chance?


Name: Laurie Emrick
Email: Sugarmagnolia73@hotmail.com
Residing: Carmichael, California
Date: 06 Feb 2003
Time: 13:47:57

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I would LOVE to hear from some of you that lived in Highland Gardens in the late 60's and early 70's. I lived on Price Street and went to Pulaski and graduated from there in 1972. I have a brother George that some may remember. Laurie Emrick-Hund


Name: C.
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Date: 06 Feb 2003
Time: 11:39:16

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For those that lived in and around SunVillage...The stores between Terrell and 12th Street are being torn down.. Half are down now...I believe this is where Squires was at one time.. Widner side of the Pike..


Name: George K
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Date: 06 Feb 2003
Time: 10:39:00

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Tracy

Right on. We have our memories, and nobody can take them away.

I am proud to have been in that era also.


Name: Wayne Weathers
Email:
Residing: Durham, NC
Date: 06 Feb 2003
Time: 09:29:04

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In defense of Chester, I must also add that it was one of the greatest places where I grew up. I have lived in various places after leaving for college. Some people want to hold on to the fact that Chester was rated one of the ten most depressed cities in the US. If I'm not mistaken, George magazine rated it one of the ten corrupt cities to live in the US. But, I don't believe the hype. I had great teachers like Ms. Grace Jenning, Ms. Ruth Leggette, & Ms. Carter who taught geometry that provided me with various gifts that I have in life. They took a person with low self-esteem and taught me how to be proud of myself and utilize the gifts that God provided. I was challenged step out of the surroundings of being comfortable and embrace various educational task in life. Also, I can't leave out the Swarthmore College Upward Bound Program that was instrumental in preparing me for college as well as graduate school.

I must add that my parents played an active and positive role in my life. I went to college with people who lived outside Chester and went to schools that were supposed to be more advanced then Chester High; yet, some did not perform as well as I did. Through out this country, there are positive people doing good things from Chester. In Durham, Stafford Berry is working and dancing with the Chuck Davis Dance Ensemble. They are known throughout the world and Stafford is going a great job. Another classmate, Rev. Jackson has created a non-profit helping transform lives of young people in Durham by offering outreach programs to provide them with job skills to be self sufficient. As a pastor of a church, I'm working hard to transform lives in an urban community plagued with various social ills.

Chester is a small city where many people get to know each other. This is what I love about the place where I grew up. This web page has been informative. Many of you have provided some history about Chester that I did not know existed. Keep up the good work. Regardless of the current situation, I'm proud to be a product of Chester!


Name: FC(CHS)68
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Date: 05 Feb 2003
Time: 22:55:13

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To John-The Stanley was not replaced by Delco Hardware. The lot was empty for awhile the Post Office built an addition to their main office.


Name: Tracy Lyons Kline
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Residing: Newark, DE
Date: 05 Feb 2003
Time: 19:55:59

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Hi Chester folks,

I have not signed this in a long time. But I felt that I had to. After reading some of the bad things that were written about Chester from people that have no clue what it was like back then, I needed to. I am not that old (only 40). If you did not live there as a kid, then you really don't know what it was like. I am proud to say that I grew up in Chester. We had a blast. Maybe the neighborhood is not the same, but what neighborhood is??? If you lived there then you would have very happy memories like me & the others.


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Date: 05 Feb 2003
Time: 19:18:03

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Chester is listed in the top 10 of the most depressed cities in the U.S., maybe that is why you have to defend it.


Name: Renee' Clark-Graham
Email: gkdc93@hotmail.com
Residing: Chester,Pa.
Date: 05 Feb 2003
Time: 17:47:47

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I was just remembering how Friday nights "over town" was a big deal to me when I was in elementary school. My mother and sometimes my older sister would go over and eat dinner at the Cambridge Restaurant. Then we would walk from store to store browsing and shopping. I could not wait until I was 12 and able to go over on Saturdays by myself! What a big deal that was for me then! I often tell these stories to my 12 year old son who hasn't got a clue as to what the heck I was so excited about. When we ride through now, all he sees are buildings being torn down, and no place to buy video games.......We do however enjoy riding down towards the new city hall and seeing what an impressive job was done on that street and how it doesn't even look like it belongs in the business district. It would be great to see that kind of attention given to the other end of the business district streets also. The transportation center is nice looking as well. I guess I just need to be more patient....Does anyone else find themselves having to defend Chester to other people? Granted we're not the best, but we're not the worst either!


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Date: 05 Feb 2003
Time: 15:25:10

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Marylou and Caroline, I remember that now. I am so glad someone wrote about Valentine's day. I had actually forgotten about it. The making of the box with all the red and white decorations and the great little cards. How could that have slipped my mine.?


Name: TomCHS76
Email: t9257"nospam"@yahoo.com
Residing: PA
Date: 05 Feb 2003
Time: 11:59:03

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I remember one time in school (Wm Penn Elem.) someone bought a bunch of the cheap little valentines cards that came in a pack. They wrote that there was a party at this girls house at 6 tonight (Friday) after school. I think her name was Eileen and she lived in Highland Gardens by a kid named Billy Blowert. Well we all showed up at 6 and guess what....there was no party to be had someone had setup about 100 kids and I was one of them. Never found out who pulled that gag. That would have been a good one to own up to. Anybody out there know anything about that one fess up, now. I still laugh about it.


Name: Caroline
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Date: 05 Feb 2003
Time: 09:35:17

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Marylou..what a great memory. We did the same at Dewey. We would decorate with lace doilies and cutouts. We would also make hearts, cupids with arrows and paste them to the windows around the school. Was it just the girls or did the guys also count the cards they got to compare with one another. Someone was always chosen as the mailman to deliver them. I think one year we made little maildrops for our desks from construction paper, gluing a pocket on half of a sheet, decorating it and attaching it to our desks. Then we could fold the top over once receiving and opening them and take them home. What a Sweet memory...thanks again.


Name: mary lou
Email: marylou@amish barn.com
Residing: lancaster
Date: 05 Feb 2003
Time: 08:44:30

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With valentines's day approaching -thought i'd share recollections of v-day in Chester. I remember every year at Jefferis School we would have a decorated box in each class. I don,t remember how you got the honor of making the box. I know i made it more than once. We would go to the Acme on Morton Ave and dig thru the cardboard boxes for the perfect size. Next would be a trip to the Morton variety store, to pick out crepe paper, paper doilles,,glue, and other needed items. All under the ever watchful eye of Etta, the sales clerk. Then home to create the perfect valentine box. I think there might have been a compition between the classes. We would cut paste and fold for hours. Once the boxes were in place in our classrooms everyone would bring cards in and fill them up. If you had cards for people in other classes, you had time in the am to go deposit them. when the big day arrived we would have a party, everyone would bring in food and drinks the roommothers would come in to help. then we would tear open the box and distibute the cards. of course you got one from everyone in the room, but you were sure the one from the boy you liked was the only one he gave out. when I think about those boxes, I laugh they were pretty gaudy, and all we did was destroy them in the end. but i remember how exciting it was to make them and watch everyday as they got filled up.


Name: Anna
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Residing: Claymont,  De.
Date: 04 Feb 2003
Time: 20:23:16

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John's & Marylou's comments brought back so many good memories.

Remembeing... Sledding down that hill in Washington Park & seeing who would make it over that grate you stood on & not get wet. ... The sword fish that didn't last long because it became a great hitting target. ... The pond being put in, it was a big skunk cabbage patch. ... Following that stream to the creek, then following the creek past Shoemaker Hill to the Falls or to the Sun Hill area and being told to watch out for "Quick Sand". ... Playing in that park till the PMC Chimes struck 8 times (no excuse for not being home on time) ... Being dared to go into dilapitated houses .. one on Providence Ave. between 18th & 19th St. ... Walking to Brookhaven Bowling Alley & drinking Cherry Cokes in Halls.

I'd have it Major Fit if my daughter did some of the above.


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Date: 04 Feb 2003
Time: 18:12:49

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Hi everyone, don't know any fo you, I am probably much older, but lived in Chester all of my days and went to public schools. Now I see every one getting to talk to people they haven't seen in years. Also it would be wonderful if everyone wrote all their joys from their childhood and where they lived. Tell all all about your activities and neighbors and fun things you use to do. I've written all of mine that I can remember. We sure would like to read it.


Name: Pete
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Date: 04 Feb 2003
Time: 15:58:17

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Phil Spector reminds me of Chester on WEEZ


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Date: 04 Feb 2003
Time: 15:57:37

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Why did you feel the need to waste space griping about it? Who are you too?


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Date: 04 Feb 2003
Time: 15:50:35

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And why did you feel the need to put the article on the Chester web-site? We all read the paper or watch the news. Wasted space!


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Date: 04 Feb 2003
Time: 13:14:25

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This is very sad -

http://www.lanaclarkson.com/

From: http://www.upi.com/view.cfm?StoryID=20030204-120718-2495r

Victim in Phil Spector shooting identified

From the Life & Mind Desk Published 2/4/2003 12:22 PM

ALHAMBRA, Calif., Feb. 4 (UPI) -- Police have identified the woman who was shot and killed Monday at the Alhambra home of record producer Phil Spector as Lana Clarkson, 40, of Los Angeles.

Spector is free on $1 million bond after being charged with first degree murder in the case. He faces arraignment on March 3 in Alhambra, a Los Angeles suburb.

Police arrested the legendary producer of dozens of classic rock 'n' roll records at his castle-like home after responding to reports of gunshots early Monday morning and finding Clarkson's body in the foyer. Investigators recovered a gun at the scene that they believe was the murder weapon.

Clarkson was an actress, whose movie credits included producer Roger Corman's 1985 action-fantasy "Barbarian Queen." She also appeared in "Wizards of the Lost Kingdom II" (1988), "The Haunting of Morella" (1990), "Barbarian Queen II: The Empress Strikes Back" (1992) and "Vice Girls" (1996).

Police said a limousine driver who had taken Spector and Clarkson to Spector's house made the initial call reporting the gunshots.

Spector -- a member of the rock and Roll Hall of Fame -- is being represented by Robert Shapiro, a member of the so-called "dream team" that won an acquittal for football legend O.J. Simpson in his double-murder trial.

Spector is widely regarded as one of the greatest record producers in rock 'n' roll -- with a resume that includes such classic hits as "Da Doo Ron Ron," "He's a Rebel" and "Then He Kissed Me" (The Crystals); "Be My Baby" and "Baby, I Love You" (The Ronettes); and "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'" and "Unchained Melody" (The Righteous Brothers).

Born Dec. 26, 1940, in New York, Spector broke into pop music as a member of the Teddy Bears with the Top 10 hit "To Know Him Is to Love Him."

He co-wrote "Spanish Harlem" with Jerry Lieber, of the Hall of Fame songwriting team Lieber and Stoller. He produced hits for Gene Pitney ("Every Little Breath I Take"), Curtis Lee ("Pretty Little Angel Eyes") and the Paris Sisters ("I Love How You Love Me").

Eventually, Spector developed a style involving a heavy emphasis on string arrangements and echo effects that came to be known as the "Wall of Sound." He employed many notable session players who went on to successful individual careers, including guitarist Glen Campbell, pianist Leon Russell and drummer Hal Blaine.

The late Sonny Bono often said he learned much of his music recording craft from working on sessions in Los Angeles with Spector.

During the late '60s and early '70s, Spector applied his technique to recording sessions for The Beatles' "Let It Be" album, and also produced individual projects for John Lennon ("Plastic Ono Band") and George Harrison ("All Things Must Pass").

Spector went on to produce more contemporary projects for such artists as The Ramones, Cher and Duran Duran.

In 1969, Spector played a drug connection in the Peter Fonda classic counterculture movie "Easy Rider."

He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989.

Spector has been associated with bizarre behavior on several occasions, including a 1980 recording session in which he reportedly pulled a gun on The Ramones in a dispute over the ownership of master tapes on the album "End of the Century."

In 1988, Spector was hit with a $3 million breach-of-contract lawsuit by Veronica Bennett, her sister Estelle Bennett and their cousin Nedra Ross. They were known professionally as The Ronettes, the '60s girl group that he discovered and managed.

In October 2002, a New York appeals court reversed a lower court that had found in favor of the plaintiffs. A five-judge panel of the state Court of Appeals said it was "sympathetic" with the trio's situation, but ruled unanimously that the 1963 contract they signed with Spector was still in effect. The judges ruled that Spector held the right to license the group's music for films, commercials and compilation discs without paying them residuals.

Spector was married to Veronica Bennett from 1968 until 1974. She pursued a solo singing career as Ronnie Spector and later married Jonathan Greenfield, who managed her career.

Phil Spector received one of the Recording Academy's highest honors, the Trustees Award, in 2000. The award, determined by a vote of the Recording Academy's National Trustees, is presented to "individuals who, during their career in music, have made significant contributions -- other than performance -- to the field of recording."

Spector was honored for his "unique wall of sound and creative genius (that) gave birth to a style of music that will forever be acknowledged as integral to the evolution of pop and rock and roll." Copyright © 2001-2003 United Press International


Name: Wayne Weathers
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Date: 04 Feb 2003
Time: 09:56:18

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Ronette, I just looked at the Daily Times on the internet. Jerome and I went to Middle School together if I'm not mistaken. I'm shocked and sadden about what happen. My prayers are with his family


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Date: 04 Feb 2003
Time: 09:51:25

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Ronette, sorry to hear about Jerome Hargraves. I remember the name, but I have to look at the year book to see his face.


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Date: 03 Feb 2003
Time: 21:41:52

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The Stanley was replaced by Del. County hardware and supply.


Name: Doris O'Brien Chinn
Email: Chinn_t@bellsouth.net
Residing: Ormond Beach, FL
Date: 03 Feb 2003
Time: 20:38:28

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Charles: Yes I remember you, got out my year book and found your picture. We sure had a good class. This website is fun . We can get in touch with our old classmates. Glad you answered. Keep in touch. Doris O'Brien Chinn. Now living in Ormond Beach, Florida.


Name: Lillie M. Pizza
Email: plpizza"nospam"@ticon.net
Residing: Wisconsin
Date: 03 Feb 2003
Time: 19:56:33

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I just saw on this website that they demolished to old Stanley Theater. What is there now?


Name: Charles ZOSLAW
Email: Zoslaws@Aol.com
Residing: Mill Valley,CA
Date: 03 Feb 2003
Time: 15:59:42

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Charles G. ZOSLAW Chester High School 1944 Smedley Jr. High 1941

E-mail address: Zoslaw(no spam)@Aol.com Date 2/3/2003 Noticed Doris O'Brien Chinn listing in "Chester Community Bulletin Board"


Name: Ronette Cooper-Streeter
Email: ronski30@yahoo.com
Residing: Richmond, VA
Date: 03 Feb 2003
Time: 15:00:43

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**Class of 87'**** I'm sad to inform you that yet another of our classmates has left this life. Jerome Hargraves die last Wednesday in his home near Denver, CO.

Please pray for his family.


Name: kathleen Brownlee Stumpf
Email: Ikatietoo"nospam"@aol.com
Residing: Quarryville Lancaster Co. Pa.
Date: 03 Feb 2003
Time: 10:47:00

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I'm looking for information of G.G.Grandfather, Thomas Hume. Married to Ellen. He was born in Ireland in 1865. Died in Apr. 1895 in Wilmington Del. He raised his family at Bancroft Mills Nether Prov. Pa. He was also a resident of Chester. His son Kennedy raised his family in Chester. The children were baptised at St. Pauls Episc Church.


Name: TomCHS76
Email: t9257"nospam"@yahoo.com
Residing: PA
Date: 03 Feb 2003
Time: 10:38:46

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In response. Buckman Village is a victim of neglect and the fact that the community is just getting old. Although there may be some nice houses still there. The area of Clover and Pine lane are mostly all boarded up houses. That is the same for Highland Gardens. One other note. Sadie's is now a church. Same building same corner.


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Date: 03 Feb 2003
Time: 03:06:36

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http://www.oldchesterpa.com/police.htm

To be found at any time on the menu under Police Department.


Name: John
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Date: 03 Feb 2003
Time: 02:13:17

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Allen Davis can be reached at the Chester police dept. between 3-11P.M. at 610-447-7935.There is also a list of former police officers on this web site.


Name: Lillie M. Pizza
Email: plpizza"nospam"@ticon.net
Residing: Wisconsin
Date: 02 Feb 2003
Time: 20:31:55

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Thanks for the info.


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Date: 02 Feb 2003
Time: 10:11:42

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Lillie: Here is the link to the PA FOP http://www.pafop.org/page8.html

Daniel Zakraysek is the PA State FOP Recording Secretary at e-mail dzak@charter.net for the phone number of the President of the local Auxiliary you are trying to locate. His phone is 1-800-706-9959

good luck in you search..


Name: Lillie M. Pizza
Email: plpizza"noscam"@ticon.net
Residing: Wisconsin
Date: 01 Feb 2003
Time: 20:24:33

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Thanks, John. Now how can I get hold of Allen Davis.


Name: George Woolaver
Email: geowool@aol.com
Residing: Buckman Village
Date: 01 Feb 2003
Time: 11:42:23

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Grew up in Eyre Park and went to Saint Mikes' then Chester High (class of 73). Moved to Virginia for a year then spent some time in Delaware ( still work there). Moved back to Chester since both of our families were still here and have lived in Buckman village ever since.


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Date: 01 Feb 2003
Time: 01:38:38

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Jim M. While your computer was down perhaps you missed the information on the OLDCHESTERPA reunion. the link is to your right of this screen in the orange box. - you may have to scroll down but its there. If you look at the slideshow you will see pictures of one of Deweys former teachers along with many other faces you might remember. Mr. J. Phillips. as a matter of fact is in several..Mr. V. from CHS and many people from the area. Both Mr. P. and V. are truely remarkable people as were so many of the people from the area that came.

Also if you go into the What's New section you will see that the Class of CHS'58 has added its reunion news. Other reunions are also found on the What's New page.

To all: Check the What's New section often. New information is a on going project of the Webmaster (John) and through the generous sharing of many people like yourself adding not only photos but their memories for others to enjoy.

By adding a memory as Alfonso on this message board regarding Smith Street, another viewer (Joan) remembered and added. This is what this site is about.


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