Old Chester, PA: Guest Book entries July 2003
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Date: 31 July, 2003
Time: 21:50:44
oh and sal i will tell kim you said hi
Name: Joe
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Residing: Lake Worth,Florida
Date: 31 July, 2003
Time: 21:43:38
I just saw the earlier note about the scam emails from Nigeria (and othe countries in Africa too), that offer you millions if you will just help them get the money out of their country. They usually have a good "sob story" to go along with the pitch. ALL of these letters are scams! Never reply to the emails and NEVER give them ANY personal information. The US Secret Service investigates these scams and keeps a database of the scammers. Forward any such emails to the Secret Service at:
419.fcd@usss.treas.gov
Anyone know if Jimmy John's is still open out on Rt.202? I really miss those dogs!
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Date: 31 July, 2003
Time: 20:00:10
well guys i'm leaving for a family reunion for 4 days.most of the family has lived in chester at one time, i will reminice with them and see what else we can come up with have a good weekend filled with more memories
Name: John Rhoades
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Residing: Mi
Date: 31 July, 2003
Time: 19:19:15
Linda I do remember the Iacona"s they were nice people. Mr Softee would be good tonight. I remember the MAC at Christmas time I never won anything either. Sal do you remember ETTA the lady that worked at the Morton Varitey? What a place that was with that big room in the back for the bigger toys.
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Date: 31 July, 2003
Time: 13:41:22
thanks for the info on tony and gibert, they are another part of a group of friends from the past for my sister from years long ago.
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Date: 31 July, 2003
Time: 13:11:11
Although you can't them apart at with a quick glance, Tony Esparza is living in Eddystone and Gilbert moved to California the last I heard. Gilberts kids are still in the area.
Name: Sal
Email: sal.april@worldnet.att.net
Residing: N. Wilmington, DE
Date: 31 July, 2003
Time: 11:50:12
Hello everyone. Linda, I'm really glad Kim remembered me. Tell her I have two grown children, but no grandchildren as of yet. I guess I wasn't aware of the crush she had on me, but I am flattered. I don't have a scanner at this time, but I hope to get one soon. I do remember Tony Esparza, and his brother Gilbert. Don't know what became of them though. I've been e-mailing a lot of classmates too. In fact I write to Judy Elliott practically everyday. John, it's good to be back and I could go for a water ice from Happy right now...or a bannana split from Mr. Softee. Talk to ya later.
Name: Jenna Schlosbon
Email: Jschlo223@yahoo.com
Residing: Wallingford, Pa
Date: 31 July, 2003
Time: 00:41:09
Hi, my name is Jenna Schlosbon. I've been trying to trace my family tree and get some information about the Schlosbons, as they seem to be nearly obsolete today. My grandmother, Delaine Dewees, graduated from Chester High School in 1952. My grandfather, John Schlosbon, did not graduate high school, however he lived on Upland st in Chester. If anyone has any information at all about the Schlosbons, please e-mail me at JSCHLO223@yahoo.com, i'd really appreciate it. :)
Name: barbara
Email: b.montello@juno.com
Residing: boothwyn pa
Date: 30 July, 2003
Time: 21:42:01
I'm trying to locate Donald F Kepler CHS 1951.Last known address Edgemont Ave Chester Pa. Was associated with Bethany Presbyterian Church at 6th & Highland.
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Date: 30 July, 2003
Time: 20:55:18
sal, just got an e-mail from judy elliot in florida.she said she has kept in touch with alot of her friends on this site. by the way do you remember tony esparza? and what ever happened to him
Name: jerry szelak
Email: zman0103@wmconnect.com
Residing: clermont, fl
Date: 30 July, 2003
Time: 16:49:06
dear a friend, ex-chesterite--- my email address is real, zmanzero,one,zero,three,zman0103@wmconnect.com, George was a great man, and a better friend, he is missed by a lots of people---
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Date: 30 July, 2003
Time: 14:57:51
john i don't remember the fire but i do happy. he was so crabby. how about mr. softy? do you remember the iacona"s that lived at 1015? the oldest son anthony and i have stayed in touch ever since i left down there. and are you still in the air force
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Date: 30 July, 2003
Time: 14:55:13
sal, my sister said hello, she is doing great, been married forever has a grown son and 3 grandchildren. when i told her your last night she laughed because it brought back the memory of the crush she had on you. i don't suppose you have a current pix you could e-mail me. she would love to see a picture. she doesn't have a computer. or maybe scan the class pix and send me.
Name: John Rhoades
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Residing: Mi
Date: 30 July, 2003
Time: 13:56:45
Linda the name Georgie Gibbs sounds like I should remember him. Do you remember when there was a big fire in the apartments over the bakery in either 61 or 62? It seemed like every fire truck in Chester was there. Sal glad to see your back. Mary Lou are you are you still out there? Waiting for the next big rain so the drain floods I bet. It would be good if Happy came by today so I could get a water ice.
Name: TomCHS76
Email: t9257"nospam"@yahoo.com
Residing: PA
Date: 30 July, 2003
Time: 11:33:00
I remember getting off of the Chester Ferry one time and a car in front of us got stuck when one of the boards broke in the slip. The whole front tire was stuck. It held the ferry up for a couple hours until a tow truck came and pulled the guy out. Then they had to fix the board that broke so no one else would get stuck. I still can picture how shakey those boards were.
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Date: 30 July, 2003
Time: 10:48:29
Burpus E. whats up my man?
Name: joy
Email: oceanblue838794@aol.com
Residing: de
Date: 30 July, 2003
Time: 10:07:35
one more thing i just checked the list of who has visited and i saw karen fedena hanson,i was just wondering if this is the same karen fedena with a brother tommy and frankie,and sister linda,if it is girl email mail,i would love to talk to you it has been awhile,remember all those walks to the tri state mall,remember when you lived in the gardens and we rolled the shofer car down your drive way and it hit another car, and i hid in the closet,and frankie came and got me, many memories if you see this get in touch
Name: joy
Email: oceanblue838794@aol.com
Residing: de
Date: 30 July, 2003
Time: 09:15:01
well it has been awhile since i have been here.i was reading some of the posts in the rez section and even though i did not go to rez i did grow up in highland gardens.i lived on the corner of nolan street with my grandparents. i reconized alot of names.i hope everyone is well for those who remember me or my uncles,mike acri and joe acri.i also want to say god bless our troops i have a son who is in iraq and they need our prayers. http://www.geocities.com/deepblue838794/index.html
Name: hgc/pmc59
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Residing: delco
Date: 30 July, 2003
Time: 08:46:11
to Dave Gluck/the Wilson Line ran to Riverview Beach in New Jersey (Pennsville or Pennsgrove) look at the TRANSPORTATION SECTION on this web site. Many ,years ago a group of us from Essington,Pa went there with a school group,we decided to catch the LATE BOAT that day.we watched the boat go ,and decided to go back for more rides,only to find out, THAT WAS THE LAST BOAT.One of the gang called home,and his father was coming down to get us. His dad had a two door Mercury(49 or 50) JAMES DEAN TYPE CAR,about 6 or 8 of us climbed in the back,(no i don't know how until this day),i had two people sitting on me. Off we went,when we got to the Chester Ferry,we all got out to stetch our legs,AND a guy in the car in front of us ,watched us crawl out.We heard him say to his wife"OH MY GOD LOOK AT ALL THE KIDS THAT GUY HAS,END OF STORY.
Name: jimbo
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Residing: pa
Date: 30 July, 2003
Time: 07:42:03
Laurie Hund, None of my e-mails seem to get to you so Happy Birthday from here to there!
Name: Sal April
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Residing: N. Wilmington, De.
Date: 30 July, 2003
Time: 07:35:56
Hi Linda, John and everyone... I'm glad Janet remembers me. My last name is April. What is she doing these days??. I'm married and have two grown children. I live in Delaware and my parents still live in Sun Village. I loved Jefferis. It was by far my favorite school. I never had Miss Miles as a teacher, but I remember her being there when I was in Kindergarten. The only thing is I thought her name was "Miss SMILES". An honest mistake. Linda, I do remember the Hoagie shop (who doesn't?). Maybe I did see you working there. Linda, ask Janet if she remembers Miss Haven, the teacher we had for First grade. The class picture I have has Janet in it, Debbie Lotman, Judy Elliott, Alice Clendenning, Laura Glatts, Sandy Blythe, Gail Wimmer, Gary Dickens, Danny Seaman, Robin Nichols and Joey Fields..among others. Take care everyone..Sal
Name: Mike Mangan
Email: manganm@bellsouth.net
Residing: Charlotte, NC
Date: 30 July, 2003
Time: 01:08:01
All the talk last week, with these "scam" letters coming to some of our people here on this site, I did a little research of this particular scam. It has been going on since around 1998. It is being handled by the Treasury Dept. It is called the Nigerian 419 scam. They say on their site, if you have not suffered any lose, send them a copy of the letter. e-mail address is " 419fcd@usss.treas.gov". They get so many of these letters, don't expect a reply. They just recently arrested 22 of these Nigerians, but say the scam is wide spread. So use this information as you see fit. I got 3 letters already this week, the latest at 12:30am tonight & using a church as the reason for the fraud. Regards, Mike...
Name: A FRIEND
Email: EX-CHESTERITE
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Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 21:58:27
Jerry tried to e-mail you, were you Mongo Jerry? your address is not for real, that's ok, I don't put mine on anymore. He was my friend.
Name: JERRY
Email: ZMAN0103@WMCONNECT.COM
Residing: CLERMONT,FL
Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 19:31:42
DEAR JUDY AND A FRIEND-- MONGO JERRY--WOW, I HAVEN'T HEARD THAT IN 40 YEARS--THANKS FOR THE FUNNY MEMORY--YES YOU'RE RIGHT ABOUT GEORGE BEING A QUALITY GUY AND A VERY GOOD FRIEND--I MISS HIM! JUDY, JUDY, JUDY--YES I'M TOM'S OLDEST BROTHER--TOM AND PATTY WERE JUST HERE ABOUT 3 WEEKS AGO, I'M SURE THEY WOULD HAVE LIKED TO SEEN SOME OLD FRIENDS, I'LL CALL THEM TONIGHT AND GIVE THEM YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS--- WELCOME TO FLORIDA
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Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 18:25:19
does anyone remember the christmas parties they use to have at the mac theater? the stage was full of presents and you won by the number on the ticket they gave you. i must of went to everyone anticipating winning but i never did. so diapointing.so many memories,john did you know georgie gibbs? he lived near us
Name: John Rhoades
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Residing: Mi
Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 16:37:12
Linda I do remember Vera to a young boy she was quite a sight. Miss Miles my I had her in the 3rd grade too. Miss Gallagher for first and Miss McGlynn for 2nd. My Dad managed the ACME on providence ave by Smedley which was where these three teacher lived. I could never get away with anything because they would go to the store and tell him. Can you see a teacher hitting a kid these days. Dave I remember well the carnivals at Jefferis my friend Jimmy Houghton won a shelby bike one year.
Name: Dave Gluck
Email: Dyosolo1@cs.com
Residing: WhitingNJ
Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 16:24:00
Does anybody remember the carnivals that were held on the school grounds of Jefferies elemntary on Morton Ave. near Sun Village??
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Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 16:22:09
i sure do remember bessie and gus. i really loved them. did you know the polish people that lived on morton, the womwn always sat on her porch and had the biggest you know what that i have ever seen? her name was vera. and do you recall miss miles that taught third grad at jefferies? she slapped me across the face for not cuttung a straight line and then she hit me again for crying. the witch! but she made good fudge. you must be just a little older than me. i hit the big one this year. i'm trying to forget. i worked at joes hoagie shop up the street. love it! the best hangout to meet boys, i used to take nickles out of the cash registar and play the pin-ball machine in the corner in the corner. we moved up north when i was 16. worse day of my life. i bawled for months. i was back for the chester reunion a couple of years ago. didn't know anyone.
Name: Nikki Scarpato
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Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 16:16:03
Eddie, I'll definitely tell my family you said Hi. Do me a favor and tell your Mom I said Happy Birthday. (I know, it's a belated one, but I'm only a day off)
Name: John Rhoades
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Residing: Mi
Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 16:03:52
The Air Force sent me to Mi. and I stayed. But I certainly remember the good time we all had in Sun Village. Do you remember Bessie and Gus, the shoemaker,they lived on Morton Ave too. I left Chester in 1965 came back every year till 79 when my folks died.
Name: Dave Gluck
Email: Dyosolo1@cs.com
Residing: WhitingNJ
Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 15:43:07
Maybe I missed it, but how many remember the "Wilson Line " boats that travelled up and down the Deleware. It docked at the foot of Market Street and went to the Clementon amusement park (?). Years later it took young people on midnight cruises, but stopped because of violence.
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Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 15:11:37
hi john, hey i even peeked in his truck to see the calendars!!! yes i remember the parties also.i went to jefferiesin the early 60"s. i was in smedley from 67 68 69. how did you get out in mi? and to sal, i just talked to my "younger sister" and she was quite surprised that you asked about her, she said to tell you hi and wondered what you have been up to and also your last name has slipped her youn mind, but she does remember you.
Name: John Rhoades
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Residing: Mi
Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 14:28:32
Sure I remember Roxanne she was the Brown's granddaughter. I remember as a little kid peeking into his plumbing truck because he had girlie calanders. Do you remember when we had block parties next to Gilabertos probably spelled wrong? When did you go to Jefferis?
Name: Sal
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Residing: Delaware
Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 14:08:49
Hi Linda,
I grew up in Sun Village also. I lived at 1122 Curry St. I went to Jefferis School with your sister Janet (Kim). I mentioned in earlier posts that I have a first grade class picture from then, and Janet was in that class. I remember you only as "Kimmy's older sister Linda..." and I do remember Roxanne and Peggy Rambo, Judy Ellliott, Debbie Lotman, Donna Swanson...and many more. I've been in touch with so many from the Village and it's all thanks to this wonderful site!! Tell yor sister hello for me..Thanks
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Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 13:01:34
hi john, yes i lived right beside him at 1009 morton ave.do you remember roxanne? linda
Name: John Rhoades
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Residing: Mi
Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 10:41:51
Linda Maitland where on Morton Ave did you live? I lived at 1019 Morton on the corner of Morton and Johnson then moved to the apts on 12th and Johnson. Did you live near Tom Brown, the plumber?
Name: Ed Hall
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Residing: Media pa
Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 10:15:21
Nik Nik, Whats goin on! The baby is fine and happy as can be. Tell the family i said hi.
Name: TomCHS76
Email: t9257"nospam"@yahoo.com
Residing: PA
Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 10:11:16
I remember playing soldiers in and on the garages behind my uncles house on 20th and Madison Ave. Mr Shockley use to yell at us all the time to get off the garages as they were falling apart and dangerous. My uncle also had a big garage that was falling apart. We used it for our clubhouse and planned attacks on the enemy.
Name: linda maitland mentzer
Email: glm96@comcast.net
Residing: carlisle pa
Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 09:54:04
i think i screwed up the first time so here goes again. i grew up in sun village on morton ave in the 60"s. i didn't realize at the time how important everything i did would provide me with such memories as i grew older. and boy do i have memories. some my parents still don't know about to this day, right sarah? i had a lot of great friends, but i haven't seen alot of people on this site that i recognize. but we all do have the same thing in common our love for chester. thanks to this website we can still be young in our minds and heart.
Name: linda maitland mentzer
Email: glm96@comcast.net
Residing: carlisle pa
Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 09:37:26
i grew up in sun village on morton ave in the 60"s. little did i know at the time how important everything i did would provide me with such fantastic memories as i got older. so many wonderful friends, smedley dances and st james also. i lived for those nights. i havent' seen a lot of people on this website that i recongnize but we all seem to have the same thing in common with remembering happy places in our lives. i did see a name i think was in school with my sister kim maitland," debbie lotman,judy elliot." i hope this site continues for it is certainly food for the soul and keeps the youngster in me alive.
Name: Nikki Scarpato
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Residing: Crum Lynne
Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 09:01:58
Eddie Hall, How are you? How's the baby?
Name: Jim Hanavin
Email: jhanavin1@aol.com
Residing: upperchichester, Pa.
Date: 29 July, 2003
Time: 00:33:19
Just want to remind all St. James grads the on August 9,2003 we will be having the"Dogs on the Dunes" in Wildwood NJ at Mooores Inlet. Hope to see many of you there to help support the Scholarship Fund and to hear about the NEw Dog HOuse in Eddystone Pa.
Name: Caroline
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Date: 28 July, 2003
Time: 23:36:20
Kathy: yes, Nicks last name was Zubko.
RE: Ukrainian dinner pix: I am happy that you have ID'd some of the children dressed in the Traditional Dress of their heritage. Are you naming from L to R..looking at the photo.
Anyone that can place a name with a face is always welcomed to add it by either mentioning it here on the NEWSSTAND or sending a ID reference to John so that it can be added.
Thanks Kathy for sharing the names.
Name: Nicole Morrison
Email: Nikkilucky1@aol.com
Residing: Secane
Date: 28 July, 2003
Time: 23:06:35
Looking for Lisa Rollinson
Name: Bob Felix HG'56 SJ'60
Email: BobsAttic@aol.com
Residing: Mullica Hill, NJ
Date: 28 July, 2003
Time: 17:38:04
Jerry Szelak
Gosh a year since George passed away. Doesn't seem that long ago. Only knew him from this website but what a quality guy. He is surely missed.
My best to his family.
Bob
Name: Tom Winfree
Email: winfreesr@netzero.net
Residing: Upland, Pa.
Date: 28 July, 2003
Time: 16:16:14
Name: ED HALL
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Residing: MEDIA
Date: 28 July, 2003
Time: 15:27:00
What ever happened to the Sun Hill crew and Bubble?
Name: Libby
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Residing: australia
Date: 28 July, 2003
Time: 09:26:22
I read your emails about tasty cakes. I recently went back to the states,,and man,,did I pig out on them. Nothing can beat a good tasty cake and steak sandwiches and hogies. We don't have tasty cakes, hogies or steak sandwiches here. You don't know good they are until you don't have them for a few years. I bought a few boxes of tasty cakes to bring back to Australia, I also love the tasty pies!!! Nobody can beat them!!! I hope one day,,they'll make it here to down under!!!
Name: Judy
Email: jinnygrl1@aol.com
Residing: Kissimmee, Fl.
Date: 28 July, 2003
Time: 08:03:35
Jerry, are you related to Tommy Szelak from Chester? He lived in the West End and married Patty Boyle. We used to be very good friends with Tom and Pat.
Name: a friend
Email: ex-chesterite
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Date: 27 July, 2003
Time: 22:08:37
Jerry Szelak, are you Mongo Jerry? George & I use to e-mail each other and he said he had a friend named Mongo Jerry, he was a very funny man, I miss him. Thanks for letting the good people on hear know of the date he left us, he is missed.
Name: Donna Marler (nee Warder)
Email: dngmarler"no spam"@usintouch.com
Residing: Pahrump, NV.
Date: 27 July, 2003
Time: 21:59:39
Florence 50, thank you for that bit of information. POP rarely told us about his friends, although I know he had many. But he did tell us of his most exciting boating adventures when we asked him specific questions about his life. I met many of his colleagues (a nice euphimism for bowling buddies) and just might have met your grandfather. What a small world we live in!
Name: JERRY SZELAK
Email: ZMAN0103@WMCONNECT.COM
Residing: CLERMONT, FL
Date: 27 July, 2003
Time: 21:20:09
WOW!!TASTYKAKE CAN'T BE IN TROUBLE, THEY FINALLY MADE THERE WAY TO FLORIDA A FEW YEARS AGO AND IT'S LIKE HAVING A PIECE OF HOME, I TRY TO GET BACK UP THERE AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR TO SEE FAMILY AND HAVE A HOAGIE AND A CHEESE STEAK FROM 2 J'S ON 7TH AND HIGHLAND. ON A SADDER NOTE, MY GREAT FRIEND FROM HIGH SCHOOL AND A GREAT FRIEND OF THIS SITE GEORGE P. MALICK'S ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF HIS PASSING WAS SATURDAY 7/26--HE'S IS REALLY MISSED. THE BEST TO ELAINE AND THEIR CHILDREN ON THE LOSE OF SUCH A GREAT MAN!
Name: Joan
Email: joaniiii(no spam please) @ yahoo.com
Residing: AZ/VA
Date: 27 July, 2003
Time: 20:56:59
New Managers Try to Revive Tastykake Updated: Sunday, Jul. 27, 2003 - 2:24 PM EDT.
By MARYCLAIRE DALE Associated Press Writer
Also: Tasty Baking Co.
Name: Mary Connors Tidball
Email: mary.tidball"no spam"@verizon.net
Residing: West Chester, PA
Date: 27 July, 2003
Time: 20:09:12
To Martha Brush Bauer: I think I remember your parents when they lived in the apartment on 24th Street. The man's name was Paul Brush. I lived in the red brick twin houses behind the apartments where your parents' lived. My house was on Providence Avenue and our back yard backed up to Mr. Brush's garden. My brothers and sisters and our next door neighbors would always go up and visit Mr. Brush. We would go up the hill in our back yard and climb the fence to his garden if we saw him out there. He used to cut us his flowers from his garden to take home to our mom's. He always grew zinias and he would let you pick the ones that you wanted and then cut them for you. I also used to eat the fresh parsley out of his garden. I think his wife's name was Martha, like you. She always had candy for us. They were the only people we knew who lived in those apartments. We used to ride our bikes in the alley behind the apartments where they lived. We called that whole area "Mr. Brush's." I think these people must have been your parents. They were very nice and thanks for reminding me about them. It's a good memory.
Name: florence50
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Date: 27 July, 2003
Time: 19:27:23
Donna Marler, did you know that your grandfather Newt Myers was a very good friend of my grandfather Thomas R. Canavan, also an avid bowler. He also sailed his sailboat to place called Woodland Beach and got caught in a very bad storm, which just about wrecked his boat.
Name: martha brush bauer
Email: mlbauer02@comcast.net
Residing: West Chester, Pa
Date: 27 July, 2003
Time: 12:54:46
I grew up on 2lst St. just off Providence Road.These were "twins" from our house west, but the homes on Providence were doctors, lawyers and indian chiefs. Mcclure's property was across the street. Their empty lot was given to local residents for victory gardens during WW11. My father and a local genteleman competed for the tidiest and most productive gardens. The Wetherill estate was catycorner from us. It took up the entire block. At Halloween children were invited in for ice cream cups. That was as close as I ever got to their homestead. The bus from 69th Street to Chester ran close by and that's what I took to get to school. No school buses in those days. Most of us would bus it to downtown Chester and then walk "up" to the High School. Of course, we walked to grade school and Jr. High - Wetherill and Smedley. I had a friend blocks away near Chester Park. Together we would walk up to Parkside and, if we had some change, visit the drugstore/soda fountain. But the best of them was next door to the Boyd Theater. That was a gathering for (particularly girls) to meet the opposite sex (PMC cadets) At that time, PMC cadets were not supposed to date "below the tracks", so several of my friends had to fudge where they lived. How quaint that seems now. Downtown Chester was a thriving productive city in those days. My parents moved to an apartment on 24th st. and lived there until their death in the 70's.
Name: ZACNIEWSKI
Email: zac@dfn.com
Residing: new mexico
Date: 26 July, 2003
Time: 18:11:23
JOE AND ANY ONE ELSE WHO GET LETTERS FROM ARFICA NOT SPAM BUT SCAM ARTIST PROMISE LARGE SUM OF MONEY IF YOU HELP THEM.WHAT THEY WANT IS YOUR BANK ACCOUNT NUMBER FOR THIER USE TO DEFRAUD YOU I FORWARD THAT KIND OF MAIL TO FBI FIELD OFFICE SO THEY CAN TRY TRACK THEM DOWN.ZAC
Name: ZACNIEWSKI
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Date: 26 July, 2003
Time: 18:00:01
I READ SOME COMENTS ABOUT VETS MY GRANDFATHER WAS A SPAINISH AMWERCIAN VET FOR YOU MILITARY BUFFS OUT THERE CAN ANY ONE HAVE OR KNOW WHERE I CAN GET INFO ON THE 1ST PENNSYLIAN VOLUNTEERS? THINK THEY WERE PRELUDE TO THE 1ST.CAV. DIVISION? ZAC
Name: Kathy
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Date: 26 July, 2003
Time: 17:14:11
The Ukrainian Club civic associations girls pictured are Anna Kit, Irene Bondersky (Long) Donna Scherbak and mom, Christine Salo can anyone identify the rest? The nite riders often played on 2nd and Thurlow Streets sorry to hear that Nick past away was his last name Zlupko? I can still see that accordian and often wondered where they ended up. Thanks for the info the names were not with the pictures and the listing was not under civic/social on the home page but thanks for the update it was great to see!
Name: marlene
Email: marlenesbjones@aol.com
Residing: houston, tx
Date: 26 July, 2003
Time: 10:46:33
I am trying to help my dad locate an old friend who went to Ridley Twp HS and worked for First Pennsylvania Bank in Philadelphia from about 1955-1962. She graduated in 1955 from RTHS. Her name was Carol Wilkinson and she would have been approximately 18 in 1955. Does anyone know of her? I am trying to find out her married last name and/or her email address. Any information would be appreciated.
Marlene Jones
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Date: 26 July, 2003
Time: 08:21:51
RE: Nite Riders Polka Band...I am sorry to say that Nick died last year. A great guy, the best. He was the drummer for the Band. Very active in Veterans programs in Chester all his life. Served in WWII and has been mentioned in many of Ed Gebharts columns. Well deserved mention from Ed. G. Always a happy go lucky man, a joy to be in his company.
Sammy S. is still alive and well. Still looks as young as he did way back then.. He plays the accordian. Also a Vet of WWII and written up in the Delco times several years ago as a feature story. A graduate of CHS. Sam is one heck of a great guy..
Can picture all at the picnic grove in my minds memory bank as a child. Sunday polka dances. Great family fun.
dinnerat the Ukrainian Club on site.
http://www.oldchesterpa.com/civic_organizations_ukrainian_hall.htm
Name: libby
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Residing: australia
Date: 26 July, 2003
Time: 06:05:46
I also get the letters from africa,,plus some from a political dipolmat from some african country,,,i delete them,,,but sure enough,,the next day I have them again... There isn't a click on to delete them from your email address. your right,all they want is your bank detalis to grab your money out....
Name: Joe
Email:
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Date: 25 July, 2003
Time: 20:33:37
I am also receiving those African letters and send info like your bank account. I heard that if you write to stop them you will just get more Spam type letters. I guess you should just delete them for now.
Name: Kathy
Email:
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Date: 25 July, 2003
Time: 20:31:38
Ukrainian Catholic Citizens Club on 2nd and Thurlow Streets in Chester is demolished. It was an old school at one time. Does anyone remember the dinners at the Club? Does anyone remember the "Nite Riders" musicians like Sam and Nick?
Name: David A. Carpenter
Email: casita300@aol.com
Residing: Phoenix, AZ
Date: 25 July, 2003
Time: 18:05:39
J. Lewis Crozier Library 3rd and Jeffrey Street Chester, Pennsylvania
My grandmother, Lelia Ridgeway, was the children’s librarian at the J. Lewis Crozier Library - West Branch from 1935 to 1965 (estimated). She continued with the library when it was moved to the Deshong building on Edgmont Avenue and retired around 1976. While a student at Dewey Mann Junior High School (Mr Vaul, Principal), I remember doing my homework and research at the adjacent library and feeling proud that my grandmother, Mrs. Ridgeway, was the librarian. As grandson, I took the liberty to explore the library to include the basement. The remains of jail cells stood among piles of coal stored for the furnace. Mrs. Ridgeway scheduled classes from nearby elementary schools to tour the library and lean how to use the card catalog and other library resources. I can still hear her admonish children for dirty hands and chewing gum. The library had closely spaced large windows on all sides allowing natural light to bathe the large room, free of partitions. Display cabinets between the windows housed plastic models of airplanes, cars, and boats – mostly military.
Miss Anna Hannum was the librarian for adults located on the first floor. At fifty-cents an hour, my first job was shelving books in the J.Lewis Crozier Library-West Branch. I can vividly recall the sturdy oak tables and chairs on both floors. The hardwood floors emitted a strong aroma of oil-soaked wood. An old “Regulator” clock moved ever so slowly to my quitting time of 8:00 p.m. The first floor (adult library) desk was situated behind a banister railing to the left of the front entrance. On the desk was a 4 X 18 inch rectangular box used to file cards for books checked out of the library. An Underwood Typewriter, protected by a clear plastic cover, was used to type new cards and library correspondence.
David A. Carpenter Casita300@aol.com July 25, 2003
Name: Mary
Email: ex-chesterite
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Date: 25 July, 2003
Time: 14:49:35
Donna, your recollections are sure a lot like mine. When the "out-of-towners" came thru Chester and started the riots thats when everything became a color. Blacks & whites did not have "problems" with each other till the 60's, I remember fondly being among "colored" people and having good times, the young generation said black but the oldsters didn't. The world is in much the same state as it was back then, we have not come too far. Sad.
Name: Donna Marler (nee Warder)
Email: dngmarler"no spam"@usintouch.com
Residing: Pahrump, NV.
Date: 25 July, 2003
Time: 14:33:14
Jack, thank you for those kind words and happy recollections. Newt was an all around good athlete and a very fine man. The Armory was familiar to me, although I exasperated poor POP with my southpaw clumbsiness, and I still remember "helping" reset the pins in the Stone Ages before automatic reset.
Name: JACK MILLS
Email: FLOJAC1429@HOTMAIL.COM
Residing: RIDLEY
Date: 25 July, 2003
Time: 14:00:52
DONNA MARLER YOU MADE ME THINK BACK A LOT OF YEARS WHEN NEWT SHOWED ME HOW TO BOWL AT THE ARMORY AT 5TH AND CROSBY. HE WORKED THERE FOR A LONG TIME. HE WAS A NICE PERSON AND I BOWLED WITH HIM IN LEAGUE. HE WAS ALSO ONE OF THE BETTER BOWLERS IN THE CHESTER AREA.
Name: Donna Marler (nee Warder)
Email: dngmarler"no spam"@usintouch.com
Residing: Pahrump, NV.
Date: 25 July, 2003
Time: 03:32:21
I have been charmed, enlightened and amused by the remembrances of the Chesterites who communicate on another of John's wonderful sites. But one doesn't have to be from Chester to have vivid memories of your fair city. As a young child in the early 50's my mother took me, and each of my siblings, shopping for all the necessities of life at Sears, Weinbergs (?)McCory's..... She'd park the station wagon somewhere around 6th and Edgemont then traipse the poor unfortunate child of the day up and down Edgemont, in and out of every store, especially those that had Sale signs in the window. If we were good little troopers there might be a hot dog or two at Johnny's doggie shop at the end of the shopping spree. I hated shopping but loved the excursions for all different reasons. Unlike Trainer, who's "characters" were only eccentric through word of mouth, the Chester excursion offered me the experience of interacting with industrious people who's physical disabilities rarely impeded them in their entreprenuership. There was Jimmy who's legs were crippled and atrophied, yet he continued to make a living hawking his wares on the street, and decidedly ignoring the ignorant stares and comments of a few obnoxious souls who just had to make comments regarding his wheeled board or his dimutive stature. I also remember a blind man who used music, songs and good nature to entice listeners to spare a little change so he could provide his own keep. In many ways I believe that this was when the "Nurse" which i later became,began to well up in my soul. My grandfather (Newt Myers, an avid bowler) chose to remain in Chester until the end of his life in 1972. In the early 50's he lived on the west end around 3rd St. and it was there that I got to see and SMELL the wonderful cultures. To visit him was a holiday for my nose! The scent of cabbage filled the air in the Polish part of the town, and sauces laden with garlic were just around the corner wafting out the doors of the Italian homesteads. I could tell when I was getting close to his home by the change of spices and herbs that permeated the air. By the time I was 10 or so, his neighborhood had many "colored" people in it. They always welcomed me lovingly when I visited and I was totally unaware of the separatism that prevailed, naive child that I was. They took me into their homes, hearts and church. So I felt safe and protected whenever I went to POP's bachelor pad. By the late 50's and early '60's the area had fallen into disrepair, as so many other post industrial cities were doing all over the U.S., and life was just a hair too dangerous for a man in his 60's. So POP moved to McCafferty village and my overnight visits ceased since I was now deemed old enough to care for myself. By 1964 the heart of Chester's shopping district was run down, but still trudging along. I worked in Sears and Woolworths during the years of the Civil Rights marches and watched dumbfoundedly as STRANGERS carried banners and chanted slogans up and down Edgemont Ave. Many of our friends and acquaintances from POP's old neighborhood were as mystified as I that these STRANGERS were causing such a rucus. When a shoving match escalated into a small riot in front of the doors at Woolworth's I pulled a child and his grandmother inside, all the while she cried "who are they, I don't know anyone of them except that Stanley Branch, that n.....r troublemaker". As tears rolled down her dark brown cheeks she wrapped her grandson in her arms and rocked him gently. When I asked her if she was alright she said "We be fine, but this be the start of hell here today" Although I marched in later Civil Rights demonstrations, I hated the leaders that day for the pain I saw in that woman's face. She had a glimpse of the future and it terrified her. But there are many more happy memories made than sad ones. There were the Great Leopard saturday skate sessions, Chester park and the July 4th festivities (as well as great parking spots), Gino's (beginning of the Colonels KFC) carnivals and circus tents, museums and monuments, the interesting folks at the bus stops and train station,and the Stanley, State, Mack and Lyric theatres to while away a saturday or sunday afternoon. And there were smiles and helpful police and friendly strangers. I hope and pray that the people of Chester are seeing those smiles now because today is their "good ol' days"
Name: Mike Mangan
Email: manganm@bellsouth.net
Residing: Charlotte, NC
Date: 24 July, 2003
Time: 22:51:49
John Rhodes: I have been getting them for a couple of years & originally I sent them to our local FBI. I never heard anything back from the FBI, so now I just delete them. I get as many as 3 or 4 a week. My opinion is they are scam artist trying to get your bank account number, so they can rip you off. You will notice on every one they ask for an account number to make a deposit in. Once they have your account number, by-by funds.
Name: John Rhoades
Email:
Residing: Mi
Date: 24 July, 2003
Time: 18:46:25
I keep getting these wacko emails from Africa like Judy does, where are they coming from?
Name: barbaraw6thstreet
Email: b.montello"nospam"@juno.com
Residing: boothwyn pa
Date: 24 July, 2003
Time: 18:09:57
John, Orville King worked at the Lace Mill in about 1945 but I don't know how long he worked there. He came down from Blue Point,Long Island,NY and was a designer. He lived two doors from us on West 6th Street. Also my dad,Frank Usavage worked at Stauffer Chemical located about 2nd and Price Sts.
Name: TomCHS76
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Residing: Pa
Date: 24 July, 2003
Time: 13:00:19
Kathy, They charged and convicted 2 colored guys with robbery and murder. They both got life in prison, but I think I heard that both of them got out on good behavior after serving 20 something years. I didn't know Steve's sister. I only knew Steve slightly from Pulaski.
Name: Libby
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Residing: australia
Date: 24 July, 2003
Time: 08:31:17
Just to let you Chester Web siters know, John Dordell Passed away on July 10th. He had tongue cance for almost 2 years. He lived in Marcus Hook until he married and moved to Del. Then later on in life he moved to Flordia, where he stayed until he passed away. He was 60 years old. He was truely a great brother and will be missed by all his friends and family. Libby
Name: Mike Shea
Email: Mepshea@aol.com
Residing: Chantilly VA
Date: 24 July, 2003
Time: 02:56:10
Kathy, All is well, been swamped with worked. I have not hooked up with Dave Chominski yet. I was able to get plans from the city of Austin TX on building a traditional hockey box though... now just need to find the time to build it. They didn't use field hockey sticks but 2x2's. I'm flying out to Ohio next week and will be meeting up with Eddie Drybala ...... I haven't seen him in over 20years. We are going to go to a Phillies game in Cincinnati next Monday. I hope all is well ... Mike
Name: Gene
Email: gartackle1@aol.com
Residing: Davison Mich.
Date: 23 July, 2003
Time: 23:07:40
Thank youMr Mangan.It is uselly late when I get a min. to get on line it was Eddystone sorry about spelling.and Mr.or Mrs.Zacniewski My parents owned a house on Edegmont and 14th 2nd door off 14th I was raised there till I started frist grade my folks moved to Trainer then.Prce St.till 4th grade.My dad was part owner of a body shop out in Wayne called Molens Body Shop.Whe he was hired by the Du Pont Co. we move to Flint Mich. Lived there ever since Davison is just East of Flint about 10 miles.I see your from New Mexico how long you been gone .
Name: Kathy
Email:
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Date: 23 July, 2003
Time: 21:56:03
Michael S, Did you ever get in touch with David C from St Hedwigs? Are you busy building the hockey boxes? I hope all is well with you, I haven't seen your posts in a long time. Have a nice day.
Name: Kathy
Email:
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Date: 23 July, 2003
Time: 21:50:38
Tom: Thanks for the update on Ed's service station. Do you know what ever happened to Steve Snyders killers? Were they ever caught? Do you know what happened to his sister?
Name: EDDIE
Email: eddie@eplumbing.com
Residing: califronia
Date: 23 July, 2003
Time: 17:32:12
Rez Year 1955..play Hanzel & Gretel..Carolyn Walker Angles Swing...Cookie Graham ? Would aprreciate pictures etc. Please e mail info Thank you
Name: Marie
Email: cupi14@aol.com
Residing: Brookhaven
Date: 23 July, 2003
Time: 16:15:32
I recently sent a response because someone was asking about Chick Murray from Chester. While on vacation I checked with a relative about him going to Salesianum(hope this is the correct spelling) in Delaware. Well I found out I was wrong. So, I'm making a correct statement. Chick went to Chester High and from what I hear he really was a great athelete. If he were alive today he'd be around 85-86. I knew the info about the USS JUNEAU was correct and that he did die with the famous (5) Sullivan Brothers' only because that was an important part of our family history. So I apologize for the error....Marie
Name: TomCHS76
Email:
Residing: PA
Date: 23 July, 2003
Time: 15:47:05
Kathy, No the family is out of the business. Ed was forced out of business by ARCO because he did not sell enough gas. He turned it into a service station only. But when he (Ed) had a heart attack he closed it, has to be 15 years ago. I saw Kenny and his wife Kathy at a doctors office 2 years ago, he works for the Delaware county daily times as a mechanic. I haven't seen Peggy or Dave in quite a while.
Name: Florence50
Email:
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Date: 23 July, 2003
Time: 15:32:44
Judy, It is a scam, delete it or report it to the local police.
Name: Kathy
Email:
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Date: 23 July, 2003
Time: 12:20:56
Tom: Yes, I was wondering what ever happened to Ed from Ed's Arco, I only remember Kenny he dated a friend of mine for a little while. Does the family still own or operate the station? That was indeed a big tragedy in Chester (The shooting)
Name: Janet Kelly-Ogurko
Email: born2beluvednospam@aol.com
Residing: in Danville Va
Date: 22 July, 2003
Time: 20:48:21
HI...now that I have moved away from Pennsyvania this website will be a nice link to keep in touch..retired from 30 years at the Post Office and relocated to Danville Va ...
Name: ZACNIEWSKI
Email: zac@dfn.com
Residing: new mexico
Date: 22 July, 2003
Time: 19:52:20
WHO IN VIRGINIA REMEMBERS PLAYING BOX HOCKEY IN PULASKIE PARK PLAYED THERE MYSELF EVERY SUMMER.WE MAY HAVE BEEN OPPENTS FROM TIME TO TIME DROP ME A LINE. YOU FROM THE NEIGHBORHOOD THERE?? GENE
Name: John Rhoades
Email:
Residing: Mi
Date: 22 July, 2003
Time: 18:32:07
Do they still make Franks soda? "If it's Frank's, thanks" The creame was always my favorite.
Name: TomCHS76
Email: t9257"nospam"@yahoo.com
Residing: PA
Date: 22 July, 2003
Time: 15:55:24
I don't know if Kathy was inquiring about ED'S ARCO or not....I remember very well when Steve Snyder was shot during the robbery. Ed Dudek and family (Edie, along with the step children Peggy, Kenny, and Dave Brown) were good friends of mine. I also worked at the gas station with Kenny for about 2 years, oh and don't let me forget the dog. We had some good times at that gas station. I remember Joe Klecko use to come down all the time to get his car worked on. We would throw the football around in front of the station. Hank the bookie would come in and get his car filled up, he would always give me a $5.00 tip. Ed passed away a few years ago and the rest of the family is still around.
Name: Judy
Email:
Residing: De
Date: 22 July, 2003
Time: 08:48:53
Hi, did anyone ever find out who sends those letters from South Africa and all over the place when you come to this site. It is very annoying, I visit often and constantly have those letters in my e-mail. Who ever it is please stop. Thank you
Name: Mike Mangan
Email:
Residing: Charlotte, NC
Date: 22 July, 2003
Time: 00:31:40
I think Gene was referring to Eddystone..
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Email:
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Date: 22 July, 2003
Time: 00:26:53
Edie Stone? Never heard of it. Must be some place in Rockland.
Name: Gene Rumbel
Email: gartackle1@aol.com
Residing: Davison Mich.
Date: 21 July, 2003
Time: 23:56:32
Betty Jo Marvel sorry it took me this long I've Beem in Canada wiyh my family fishing great time but now it's back to the grind.You know I went right to some pictures my mother gave me of the area when I was little brings back the days but not maney names.Theres a picture of my dad and a friend of his who live behide us with there deer the mans name was Walt Mandel.My mother is in the south on a week of fun when she gets back I'm going to put this web page on her computor.She told me she wants to see if she can find anything on Upland Pa.Thats where she was raised.She gradueated from Edie Stone She goes to all the reunions there on the old school ground I was born in 1954 in Upland Pa and raised on Edgmont Ave till I started School then went to Trainer Elemtry My mother worked for the Chester Times I remenber going to the paper every Saturday while She worked.She'd send my sister,brother and I to the moves.That is where I saw West Side Story.That show is locked in forever.I gave My sister your E-mail adrress she seem to remnber alot about you.I hope to find a way to put these pictures of 14th and Edgmont on here for people to see.
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Date: 21 July, 2003
Time: 21:10:01
HI EVERYBODY SORRY I MISSED THE REUION THIS YEAR. CLASS OF 1972
Name: Iris June
Email: ijpennycash47@msn.com
Residing: Atlantic City
Date: 21 July, 2003
Time: 20:30:23
THanks to Floyd Truitt for informative information on my grandparents Elsie and Clarence Williams of 21st and upland streets (next to St. James High School).
I would still like to talk to anyone who knew my mother Ruth Carolyn Williams who married Arthur Christensen. She was in the class of 1944 graduates. I have her yearbook in my possession, and I remember her speaking of many of you I see in there. She died suddenly in 1974 and has been missed by me every day since.
Iris
Name: Joe
Email:
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Date: 21 July, 2003
Time: 17:23:21
HOw about Fisher Tank? It was listed in the manufacturing sites but looks like it is still opened and operating.
Name: Kathy
Email:
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Date: 21 July, 2003
Time: 17:20:24
Bob Felix: Jerry's gas staion on 2nd street was Jerry Zaharkiw (Spelling?) they later moved to Aston sold and retired to Florida, now they reside in Maryland with their son etc.
4th street had a tragedy many years ago a friend Stephen Snyder was shot and killed there it was then called Ed's Arco, it looks vacant now I don't know what ever happened to them after many years.
Name: barbaraw6thstreet
Email: b.montello"nospam"@juno.com
Residing: boothwyn pa
Date: 21 July, 2003
Time: 09:20:09
thanks to you John for OLD CHESTER PA. I was wondering if you have seen the cd that I gave A.Holcomb at the 2002 GET TOGETHER. There are between 70 to 80 pictures of OLD CHESTER on it.You and I spoke over the phone about 2 years ago about all the pictures I have. I worked in the Old High School now called the Parry Building.The credit union is now at the Adiministration Building. Please get in touch and I will call you back.I do have several copies.
Name: Mario Monti
Email: dinerguy@juno.com
Residing: New York
Date: 21 July, 2003
Time: 09:18:54
Name: JERRY SZELAK
Email: ZMAN0103"6thStBoy"@WMCONNECT.COM
Residing: CLERMONT,FL
Date: 20 July, 2003
Time: 12:55:53
KATHY CALLAHAN TIDBALL , I DIDN'T GO TO REZ OR OBVIOUSLY NOTRE DAME, BUT MY SISTER DOROTHY SZELAK MALINOWSKI GRADUATED FROM HOLY GHOST AND NOTRE DAME THE SMAE YEARS YOU DID, SHE LIVES IN ASTON NOW, BUT WE GREW UP ON 6TH AND WILSON. I'LL LET HER KNOW YOU ARE LOOKING FOR SOME FRIENDS--TAKE CARE
Name: Floyd Truitt
Email: fljftru"nospam"@aol.com
Residing: Townsend,MA
Date: 19 July, 2003
Time: 19:52:35
TO Iris: I tried to send you a legthy Email but it was returned marked "mailbox unavailable". We lived on 22d and Upland and knew your grand parents and your mother.Please advise, Floyd
Name: Kathy Callahan Tidball
Email: km"rez"tidball@aol.com
Residing: Delaware
Date: 19 July, 2003
Time: 16:56:49
anybody out there from Rez class of 1958 or Notre Dame 1962. I grew up on Pine Lane in Buckman Village
Name: Me Again
Email:
Residing: Arizona
Date: 18 July, 2003
Time: 23:41:21
I forgot to add that it was on this site that Ray and I met again after 50 some odd years. So, from a site such as this (few around the country) not only are old friendships renewed, but many new ones created.
Name: Pat McFadden
Email:
Residing: Arizona
Date: 18 July, 2003
Time: 23:32:11
Goodbye to Ray Agent. But more importantly, my condolences to Marie, his wife, to whom he devoted the last years of his life, while he himself suffered from ill health and also to his mother, who has outlived her beloved and devoted son. No matter how much we age, to outlive your child is devastating.
Ray sent me a picture of him (age 10 or so)in his boy scout's uniform about a year ago, with the words "Be Prepared" on it. Later, he sent me one sitting in his easy chair with "Not Prepared" written on it. I think on his departure from this earth, he was "prepared" - he was wise in these areas.
Ray and I had our differences, but we knew each other from the age of 10 living in Buckman Village and attending Resurrection. Our mothers also knew and worked together at Whelans in the late 40‘s. Ray emailed me with his mother’s fond memories of my mother. We had many emails back and forth recalling our childhood memories and our adult disagreements. He told me at one time that because Mary McGonigle (now deceased also) and I were taller than Ray during our school years, his mother asked Mary and me to “look after him.”
Ray proved later on that he did not need anyone to “look after him”. He went on to higher schooling, spent time in the service of his country, married his soul-mate, was successful in the business world and contributed much to his community, church, friends and family. I am especially pleased that I was able to introduce him to Harvey, Caroline, Florence and Frank, whose friendship he enjoyed to the very end and with whom he shared many good times.
Even though we had serious disagreements, we respected each others opinions and actually enjoyed the debate. If you can’t argue intelligently, you’re not exercising your brain. We always miss the ones we love, but we also miss those with whom we disagree (“a difference of opinion.”); especially if we share the same roots; those with whom we “grew up” - that’s what “growing up” means. Each and every one of us has an indelible stamp on us of the names of the people we “grew up” with (those who helped us develop our character, our sense of who we were). The teachings of every friend’s parents were also instilled in us - like a rolling stone - it is passed on - accepted and/or unaccepted. We are each one a part of the other. If there is no one to argue with, how can we know whether we are right or wrong? We may wander off angry, but it still gives us “food for thought.”
So, I have lost another part of me that I will miss and although Ray threatened to have his ghost visit and scare the hell out of me; I doubt that will happen. He knows he can’t scare me - just argue with me. Bring it on, Ray, I’d love to argue with you once again. In the meantime, spread your wings over Marie and your Mother until you are all together once again.
To Ray’s good friends: Send prayers of understanding and peace of mind to Marie and Ray’s mother - I know they are hurting beyond our understanding.
Name: Iris Christensen
Email: ijpennycash47@msn.com
Residing: Atlantic City
Date: 17 July, 2003
Time: 22:51:30
Asking once again if anyone knew my grandparents, Clarence and Elsie Williams who lived across from St. James High School on 21st and upland streets. Or does anyone remember my mother Ruth Williams Christensen graduated Chester High in 1944. I attended Chester high in 1963 then moved to Wilmington, Delaware. Grandpop worked at the Baldwin Locomotive Plant, my mother at Sun Oil and Sharp and Dome, also Whelan's Drug store.She died in 1974.
Name: florence50
Email:
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Date: 17 July, 2003
Time: 18:12:23
I will try to write a girlhood memory about my Aunt May and Uncle Bill Canavan. They lived at 24th and edgmont all of the childhood life and adult life.Their was a garage on the corner which belonged to the family and plenty of propery around the old family hime. I remember going in this old house and having tea with Aubt May in her red teacups and saucers, them we would go in the dining room, which was all literary writings, her brother my Uncle Bill was paralyzed from the waist down, and in a wheel chair. My grandfather built him a ramp to get in and exercisor to strenghen is arms and move him like he was walking.He gave me two novels to read, Uncle Tom's Cabin and a book about the history of France, but the walls were full.And then into the little parlor, with the red velvet sofa and chairs and antique desk and chair and beautiful lamps, My Uncle Bill was a professor at theUniversity of Oklahoma. He taught medicine.When they both passed away, everything was sold and put into the estate.The family had a chance to purchase what they wanted. Their was a marble slab at the end of the rain gitter, we still have that to this day. Many people knew the Canavan family,May and Bill, and Thomas. and Alan. All master mechanics, and Thos. was also a top carpenter and Alan also a mechanic. Auntie May was always seen wearing her purple hat, purple coat and skirt and purple shoes, Many people knew them.
Name: Terry Owsiany McHugh
Email:
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Date: 17 July, 2003
Time: 15:50:59
A light has gone out here on earth. Ray Agent you will be greatly missed. But I know your light is shining brightly from above. You lived and loved well, and were a delight to those of us who got to know you. Today is a sad day.
Name: Harvey Martin
Email: hsmartin@snip.net
Residing: Parkside
Date: 17 July, 2003
Time: 12:29:55
I didn't know Ray & Marie very long...not nearly long enough...but we sure did have fun while I did. We're going to miss you, Ray.
Name: Florence50
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Date: 17 July, 2003
Time: 11:06:10
Caroline, you do such a good job writing. It is beautiful.We truly have lost a friend.
Name: Caroline
Email:
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Date: 17 July, 2003
Time: 08:46:16
Raymond L Agent:
With much saddness I write here today about a former Chester man who has left us. Ray was a 1950 Graduate of Saint James, and entered there from REZ, Chester, PA. Ray lived on Perkins Street in the West End of Chester.
Ray added many memories to OLDCHESTERPA and through OLDCHESTER was in contact with many old and new friends.
Ray will be missed by all of us who knew him and cherished him as a friend. I for one will remember him with a smile the picture of Ray his wife Marie and Harvey at the OldChesterPa fall reunion. It brought two new friends together in a handshake and was representative of what OLDCHESTERPA is all about.
Ray you will be missed by Many.
To Marie and Sue..my heart to yours...
Caroline
Name: Phil Harding
Email: PJSDAD@aol.com
Residing: Ridley Twnshp
Date: 16 July, 2003
Time: 22:09:44
Iris,
I will email you about my Dad.
Phil Harding
Name: Mary Lou
Email:
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Date: 16 July, 2003
Time: 11:33:44
Here's a summer memory Remember how after the rain storms the corner storm drains would back up. All the kids in the neighborhood would come down to the corners of Curry and Valclain because that was the deepest one. It would spread out across the whole street. We all thought it was like a lake. Speaking of lakes, when we would have severe storms or a hurricane the ball feild would fill up now that was a lake. I remember my brother taking me out to right feild one time, i was so scared i would drown. But the whole feild was only 3 or 4 feet deep. But i really thought it was like a lake and deep.
Name: Iris
Email: ijpennycash47@msn.com
Residing: Atlantic City
Date: 16 July, 2003
Time: 03:53:32
Thank you for letting me know that Phil Harding has passed away. Do you know anything else about him or his survivors? My mother (his friend) died in 1974 and she lived on 21st and Upland streets.
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Date: 15 July, 2003
Time: 20:51:50
Iris:
If you are refeeing to the Phillip Harding who lived not far from Whetherill school, I believe he passed away somewhere between 20 or 25 years ago.
Name: John Anderson
Email: john.anderson2@edwards.af.mil
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Date: 15 July, 2003
Time: 15:55:35
Were these the DeJohns from Glen Terrace/Sun Hill, in the 60's & 70's????
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Date: 15 July, 2003
Time: 15:21:16
Does anyone know Clarence F. Williams and Elsie? They lived at 122 E. 21 st and upland st. He worked at Baldwin Locomotive in the 40's and 50's, also worked on cars at a garage on 21st street in the alley. My grandparents lived there with me Iris Christensen. I move to Delaware after going to Chester High. They stayed until he died in 1964 and my grandmother in 1974. My mother Ruth worked at Sharp and Dome they made polio vacine. Also Marcus Hook at Sun Oil for a while, then she moved to Wilmington, Del. where she lived until her death in 1973. I also went to Wetherill and Smedley and have many photos from those schools. I miss those steak sandwiches from Sun Village. Also, Chester Park where I had my first kiss. Love to hear from anyone who has rememberances from those times. Iris
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Date: 15 July, 2003
Time: 13:43:38
Does anyone know a man who was in politics int he 50's or 60's by the name of Phillip Harding? He lived near 21st street in Chester I think. He was a friend of my mother's Ruth Williams who is deceased.
Her daughter Iris
Name: john kindt
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Residing: boothwyn pa
Date: 15 July, 2003
Time: 08:59:19
brings back good times
Name: Sal
Email: sal.april@worldnet.att.net
Residing: Delaware
Date: 15 July, 2003
Time: 08:12:23
Hi Everyone!
To Deb...Is that the former Debbie Lotman???
I mentioned in previous posts that I have a first grade class picture with Laura Glatts in it. Deb, you're in that picture too, so is Judy Elliott, Barry Chazin, Chick Gillespie etc... A lot from Sun Village. Sally...I'd like to send the picture to you, but it's a class picture and it's small. I'm not sure if it will scan very well. I'll see what I can do.
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Date: 15 July, 2003
Time: 02:05:04
Last information on Dux (Maryann)DeJohn: she was residing in Florida. Julie passed on and their brother Leo lives in Aston.
Name: Joanne
Email: dstitsjf@aol.com
Residing: DELCO
Date: 14 July, 2003
Time: 23:53:37
WAS JUST WONDERING IF ANYONE HERE HAS HEARD ANYTHING ON FRANK MELLACE FROM CARTER LANE IN CHESTERS WEST END. THE LAST I HEARD HE WAS LIVING IN STATE COLLEGE AND A PHARMACIST. ANYONE WITH ANY OTHER INFO I WOULD APPRECIATE IT.
Name: frankie spin
Email: spin-5@hotmail.com
Residing: saugus ma.
Date: 14 July, 2003
Time: 18:45:23
looking for information on the de john sisters...dux was married to a friend of mine johnny alden...dux and julie and johnny formed a trio john alden and the dejohn sisters...they lived in a boston suburb ....my wife and i were very close to them ....i have,nt heard from them for about 35 or 40 years... i know johnny passed away...looking to hear from one of the dejohns...frankie spin from the north end...
Name: Rich Kahmer
Email: rich@tio6.zzn.com
Residing: Milmont Park
Date: 14 July, 2003
Time: 10:39:26
This is a great website! I just started a site @ http://www.ridleypa.com Check it out sometime.
Name: jerry szelak
Email: zman0103"6thstboy"@wmconnect.com
Residing: clermont, fl
Date: 13 July, 2003
Time: 23:09:30
HI Y'ALL-(THAT'S THE WAY WE TALK IN THE SOUTH)GREETINGS FROM FLORIDA, I CAME ACROSS THIS WEB SITE ON A FLUKE, BUT SOME OF THE NAMES BROUGHT BACK SOME GREAT MEMORIES OF GROWING UP IN A GREAT OLD TOWN
Name: John Rhoades
Email: jmrhoades47@msn.com
Residing: Mi
Date: 13 July, 2003
Time: 18:04:49
Dan Betty's been down there about 12 years. What was the other gym teachers name, Mr. Miller? I remember Miss Eachus who was there forever, Mr Berger was the principal. My dad managed the Acme that was on Providence Ave probably when you went to Smedley.
Name: Dan CHS54
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Date: 13 July, 2003
Time: 17:52:00
John R-- Millsboro is about 25 miles from here. How long has Betty been there? Downstate Del has been a good place to live. Been here since 1965. Hope things have gone well for you since your Smedley days. I've had contact with several former Smedley students as well as some of my Smedley and CHS classmates via this web site. It is certainly a positive force as long as you can ignore the negatives that occasionally slip by.
Name: Libby
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Residing: Australia
Date: 13 July, 2003
Time: 00:42:10
Hi Dave, Got your email. What made you move to the states?? Do you think you'll ever move back to Australia? I'v lived here now 24 years. My husband is Aussie,,thats why I'm here. It's a nice place. I live in Melbourne. I never been to Sydney,,but heard it's a nice place. I'd like to go there one day. Melbourne is nice. Went back to the states in March this year,,,everytime I go back it, it's different. Have you ever been back for a visit? It's our winter now,,,,buuuurrr!!! I believe it's really hot there.!!! Good t hear from you,,,write again if you want Libby
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Date: 12 July, 2003
Time: 22:09:41
Duffy, I don't know why you dreamed about her. Maybe because she was a cheerleader and an officer as the other poster wrote. Or maybe you remembered how nice she was or her exotic name. Whatever the case, she represented a friend or acquaintance from your past who came up in your subconscious since Old Chester was on your mind.
As far as your nightmares are concerned, I could give it a try. Just remember (if you can while you are in a dream state) that you can do anything in your dreams. You have the power to chase the monsters away. Believe it or not, sometimes they have a message for you. Approach them and ask them. It happened to me. Once you begin to analyze your dreams, there's no stopping you from discovering many things about yourself and your creativity.
Pleasant dreams!
Name: Duffy
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Date: 12 July, 2003
Time: 19:06:12
Dream Analyst: Thanks so much for an intelligent, insightful reading of my dream. Still not sure why I specifically dreamed about that particular person? By the way, would you like to try your skills on my nightmares!
Name: John Rhoades
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Residing: Mi
Date: 12 July, 2003
Time: 16:53:24
DanCHS 54 I thought you were my gym teacher from Smedley. My sister Betty lives in Millsboro,De is that near you?
Name: Anthony J. Natale lll
Email: tonynatale"no spam"@aol.com
Residing: Chicago, IL
Date: 12 July, 2003
Time: 14:27:05
I believe my Grandfather (AJN)had a barber shop in Chester and wondered if the one listed was his. Also, my father(AJN jr.) is a WWII vet from Chester.
Interesting site....My parents will get a kick out of it!
Tony
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Date: 12 July, 2003
Time: 12:42:38
This is for Duffy - a dream interpretation.
The fact that you dreamt of a former friend from school is a good one. You've been reading here and thinking about your past. Your dream also had other friends that you had a connection with. You felt at ease with them and were happy - a sign of your present.
Going to her home appears as a sign of welcome and, again, friendship. The huge open room full of trees, tables, and people indicate a connection to things that are peaceful. Comradarie, nature, socializing.
Your reminiscing about your past in Chester brings you these feelings. It's a good dream and shows you the connection you have with your past and symbolizes what is important in your life.
Keep dreaming. In our dream state, we are so powerful. Keep a dream journal as it can relate to issues in your present day life. You can even solve problems in your dreams. Believe me. There's nothing wrong with being a dreamer. People have gotten messages, answers, and ideas for inventions in their dreams.
Name: Dave 3rd&Wilson
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Residing: Ridley
Date: 12 July, 2003
Time: 11:30:56
Libby -Austrila Born and bred in West End Chester. In 1947 thanks to the Navy I Visted Melbourne and Sidney . The Aussies welcomed like long lost friends had a great time still remember going under the bridge in Sidney
Name: Joan Snider
Email: Mtnmeme1@aol.com
Residing: Sevierville, Tennessee
Date: 12 July, 2003
Time: 09:18:30
Just would like to communicate with old friends.
Name: Libby
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Residing: Australia
Date: 12 July, 2003
Time: 04:22:23
John just got on the Chester site and saw the Claymont High School site . This is Great!! Thank you so much for doing that. I'm still trying to get a picture of the school scanned to you. I'll try and get it to you this week. I hope it's as sucessful as the Chester site. So all you Claymont people,,get writing. I hopeing to hear from yous soon!!!! Libby
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Date: 11 July, 2003
Time: 21:16:14
To Deb, Laura Glatts had grandparents that lived someone behind pmc. I just can't remember the street
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Date: 11 July, 2003
Time: 17:34:10
Hmmmm... box hockey.... 1,23 who remembers that? sneaky little tricks that was played by hooking and a quick flick of the wrist to make to 3? and a hole in one Yippee!!!
Name: Mike Shea
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Residing: VA
Date: 11 July, 2003
Time: 15:10:54
Tammy,
Thanks for the weblink, I found that link, but that version of box hockey is different than what was used in the local parks. I was able to track down the old style (I hope) at the Houston, TX. Park & Recreation Dept. They are going to send me the drawings. It seems that they make their own.
Mike
Name: Sally Chaplin Lewis
Email: sally.lewis"no spam"@state.de.us
Residing: Middletown, DE
Date: 11 July, 2003
Time: 10:26:13
New email address
Name: Libby Dordell
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Residing: Australia
Date: 11 July, 2003
Time: 05:36:50
Just wanted to let any of you that know John Dordell from Marcus Hook, passed away on July 10th after a long battle with tongue cancer. He lived in FLordia with his wife and two children. He will be greatly missed by all of his family,,Freeman, Joyce, Darlene, Kenny, and Libby. He was a much loved brother, husband, and father. John,,rest in peace,,,We will miss you terribly. Love you always, Libby
Name: Vida Pittman
Email: vpittman"no spam"@earthlink.net
Residing: Bailey, TX
Date: 10 July, 2003
Time: 20:40:50
I am researching an ancestor in the mid-1700's who resided in Old Chester. His name was Abraham Bogard(Bogart/Bogaert)and his wife's name was Rebecca.
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Date: 10 July, 2003
Time: 16:26:25
I was the Washington Park Box Hockey champ. My record was 1000w - 0L.
Name: William Blackson
Email: blacksonwi"nospam"@aol.com
Residing: Brookhaven, Pa
Date: 10 July, 2003
Time: 16:23:11
Anyone from Class 48 Media High can e-mail me if you wish.
Name: TomCHS76
Email: t9257"nospam"@yahoo.com
Residing: PA
Date: 10 July, 2003
Time: 14:17:49
Jeff Wood, Your grandfather "Tom" and my father Totta Bulger were best friends. I was named after him. If any of your older relatives are alive they may remember my father, he passed away in 2000, he was 82. Let me know if you have any pictures my father was a lifetime member of the Goodwill and he may be in some of them.
Name: Tammy
Email: lynn1_33@hotmail.com
Residing: Upland,Pa
Date: 10 July, 2003
Time: 09:05:01
mike, http://www.box-hockey.com/
hope it helps
Name: Mike Shea
Email: mepshea@aol.com
Residing: Chantilly, VA
Date: 09 July, 2003
Time: 22:04:16
John,
I've been searching the internet trying to find where you can buy or get drawings for the box hockey game that use to be at the city parks, if anyone has any information on where I could find one that would be great. - Thanks !
Mike
Name: Mike Shea
Email: mepshea@aol.com
Residing: Chantilly, VA
Date: 09 July, 2003
Time: 21:58:44
Brian,
My grandfather (Ed Lejman) use to take my brother and I when we were kids to St. Hedwig's CC club to play pool. The pool table was upstairs. It was a very old pool table, they had the wire running with I believe little balls on them to keep score. I remember looking out the windows and watching the trains go by. This was during the 60's. My grandfather told us all about the dances that use to be held at the club when he was young. I also remember getting pizza at the bar (Highland Garden Cafe)on Highland Ave across from Felton Fire Company.
Name: Duffy
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Date: 09 July, 2003
Time: 10:45:44
Rita: Thanks for the reply. I checked some past yearbooks and found her. As I recall she was indeed a delightful person. If you happen to contact her, tell her she was in Duffy's dream--but I still don't know what the dream means!
Name: Deb
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Residing: Chester County, PA
Date: 09 July, 2003
Time: 09:09:31
I'm from Sun Village. I'm new to the site and have been reading the archives posted. I read some about Laura Glatts. Did her grandmom live on Baldwin Street near the Rambo's?
I drove through the Sun Village not too long ago just for fun. How it has changed! The trees that used to line Remington Street were no longer there. They used to be so pretty.
Name: Mary Lou
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Date: 08 July, 2003
Time: 14:34:23
I remember the St Hedwigs club. My dad was a member. I remember sitting in the corner booth, red leather i think. My dad and Uncle Al and Frank Spandi would sit at the bar they would buy me cokes and peanuts. If I remember correctly it was right beside the train tracks.
Name: Rita
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Date: 08 July, 2003
Time: 11:27:51
Hi, Duffy,
Batya was very popular.She was a cheerleader and a class officer.She was and is a very nice person.
Rita
Name: Duffy
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Date: 08 July, 2003
Time: 10:48:14
Rita: Thanks for the info about Batya. What did she do at CHS? Was she a popular girl? A class officer? Sure like to know why that dream came out of the blue.
Name: BRIAN RYBAK
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Date: 07 July, 2003
Time: 19:00:43
DOES ANYONE REMBER THE ST.HEDWIGS CLUB AT 5TH AND HIGLAND AVE.??WERE STILL OPEN STOP IN AND SAY HI NEXT SUNDAY YOUR IN TOWN.WE ARE STILL HERE STOP IN AND REMBER THE GOOD OLD TIMES.ICE COLD BEERS ON A LAZY SUNDAY AFTERNOON.PHILLIES ARE ON OUR 26" tv.CENTRAL A-C INSTALLED BY THE GREAT ED LESLIE AND EDDYSTONE'S FAVORITE SON BLUE STEEL.GOD BLESS AND STOP ON BY.
Name: Theresa
Email: lucydesi1999@aol.com
Residing: Ohio
Date: 07 July, 2003
Time: 17:04:28
Looking for Elaine Jones from Chester, her mothers name, not sure maybe Madeline, father's name Russell Jones. E-mail me if you have any info, Thanks
Name: Caroline
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Date: 07 July, 2003
Time: 14:24:15
Marie:
John Bullock has given us this opportunity to remember OLDCHESTERPA and the families and people that made it the great place to have lived...Many people have contributed to the site with pictures, memories and other treasures. Were it not for John and his original Quest to search his family roots, many great photos of Chester History would have been lost to our generation and to future generations. As for me I'm just one of the many, many people that have fond memories of my time and connection to OLDChesterPA.
glad you enjoy this ever-changing History Book. I am sure John appreciates your thoughts.
Name: Rita Ferrarelli
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Residing: Indiana
Date: 07 July, 2003
Time: 14:11:18
Duffy, Batya Pias is a friend of mine. We graduated from CHS in 1955. I saw her recently; she lives in New York. I have no idea what your dream means, but it sure sounds interesting
Name: Duffy
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Date: 07 July, 2003
Time: 11:59:24
Now here's one you're not going to believe but it's true! I had a dream the other night and in the dream was a girl from CHS in the '50s named Batya Pios (or something like that). I remember the girl but only vaguely and didn't really know her well. In the dream, (not sure whether it was situated in the '50s or the present), some of us went to her house. It was a large luxurious house with a huge room--like an atrium, with trees growing and chairs and tables like a cafe with some people sitting around them. Now, can anytone tell me who that girl was? (not sure of the correct spelling of her name) What did she do at CHS? And what does my dream Mean?
Name: Marie
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Date: 07 July, 2003
Time: 11:43:58
To: Caroline
Thanks for the site....very interesting!
Name: Caroline
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Date: 07 July, 2003
Time: 08:08:28
PS: WWII VETERANS RECOGNIZITION
For the many of us that also had family members that played a major part for the great effort while serving as a Merchant Marine, this is the place to remember and honor them as part of this sites Armed Service memorial.
Name: Caroline
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Date: 06 July, 2003
Time: 20:40:04
Marie Borcky Kokoszka -ALL: "Read all about it"
John has introduced a area dedicated to the WWII Vet. Just go to the Whats New section.
Many VETS from WWII (male and female) are still living, they might want their own story here. Let them know about it.
For those of us that have deceased members that served in the Armed Service this is a opportunity to add their memory to local history.
There are many people that do not use the computer among those we know. Perhaps they would like a name added.
Name: JANICE BOYER vAN BLARCOM
Email: VZE2QTCV"NO SPAM"@VERIZON.ET
Residing: NEW JERSEY
Date: 06 July, 2003
Time: 19:49:09
I came across this site while doing some genealogy research. I was born in Chester Hospital in 1944, but my family lived across the state line in Claymont, Delaware. My father was born and raised in Chester and my mother and her family lived in Chester for a time. My fondest memories are shopping with my mother at Weinberg's Dept. Store and Loft's candies on many a Saturday. I took dancing lessons on Saturday mornings and then we had hot roast beef sandwiches with mashed potatoes at the Rainbow Diner. Those were the days! Names I am researching are MELVILLE and BOYER from Delaware Co. I had a great grandfather that was a city editor of the Chester Times newspaper, and he was an alderman from the 4th Ward of Chester. His name was Charles King Melville. His son Edgar Dean Melville was a reporter for the paper, also. If any one knows any history on him I would appreciate a contact. This is a great site---keep up the good work. Sincerely, Janice
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Email: John
Residing: Chester
Date: 06 July, 2003
Time: 18:34:15
How about at the next old Chester reunion we have a box hockey contest,any takers.
Name: Marie Borcky Kokoszka
Email: cupi14@aol.com
Residing: Brookhaven
Date: 06 July, 2003
Time: 17:28:33
This is for those who are inquiring about Chick Murray. My Dad's first cousin was Albert Chick Murray. He went to Rez and then to Saliesianum (I sure hope that's the way it's spelled) in Delaware. He was born in 1918, my Dad in 1919. He was a really good athlete. He was in the Navy and was killed during the war on the USS JUNEAU with the five Sullivan brothers. Before he left he and my Dad were on R&R in Hawaii and he asked my Dad to come onto his ship. My Dad's Captain refused for this time but said once they got back, he could go. Everyone know the story that the USS JUNEAU sunk. My Dad was the first one to know what happened to his ship. Chick's mother was Marie Borcky Murray, she was my grandfather's sister. Also related are all of those Borcky kids who went to Chi and did very well in sports. Their grandfather was also Mrs. Murray's brother and my grandfather's too. Chick wasn't related to Dr. Murray. They lived at 10th and Booth Street across from the village. They lived near the Koperna family. I wish Ed Gebhart would do a story on him. Everyone in our family is proud to have had him as our cousin, especially around the 4th of July and Veteran's Day.
Name: Kathy
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Date: 06 July, 2003
Time: 10:44:48
Michael, Thanks for updating John on the box hockey rules and regulations, and it could have been Patrick who hit me, it was someone who would put the stick around him while waiting for his turn, after calling tricks... either way or either one I survived and it still was a lot of fun growing up in Chester. Was the chicken place at Honeysuckle?
Name: Dan CHS54
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Date: 05 July, 2003
Time: 23:49:32
Roberta--I lived at 304 E 5th 1944-58 and as far as I know it was always called The Chester Day Nursery. [Picture] We used to sneak in at night to play on the playground equiptment.
Name: Dan CHS54
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Date: 05 July, 2003
Time: 23:21:55
John R--Taught H & PE at Smedley 1959-1962.
Name: Mike Shea
Email: mepshea@aol.com
Residing: Chantilly, VA
Date: 05 July, 2003
Time: 21:29:24
John,
Kathy was right on for the rules for box hockey, each player would have to hit the ground on their side of the box and then hit the opponents stick, after the third time you would go for the ball that sat on the middle divider, you could also call "tricks" and hit the side of the hockey box twice,after the first time each player hit stick and go right for the ball. You were also allowed to flip the ball from one side to the other, if it went out you place it back where it was, you were also allowed to move it the length of the blade away from side or you could wack the side of the box. Hope this helps ... it really was alot of fun and I hope it wasn't me that hit Kathy, I'm sure it was a just an accident. They also had a hockey box and good old Trainer Pool up by the food stand, the asphalt really got hot. You were right they were field hockey sticks.
Name: Pat McFadden
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Residing: Arizona
Date: 05 July, 2003
Time: 18:54:21
To Dave and Lee: Yes, Lee, I recall now our discussion regarding Dr. Murray's family. If Chick graduated CHS in '42 but lived in the same vicinity as the Dr. Murray's family I knew on Highland Ave., it's a possibility that Chick was relative of Dr. Murray. As I think I said before, Chick would have been 8 years older than me and Frank. But as close as we all were, I'm sure we would have known that Frank and Tom's older brother died in WW11. We all knew about the McGinn family's oldest son, so, somehow I think we would have know about Frank's older brother.
I am now wondering whose son Chick (Albert) was. Did you ever get the names of his parents? The entire Murray family was a credit to the town and now we know about "Chick" who was also on the ship that went down with the Sullivan Brothers (that story still brings tears to my eyes). How the mother lived through the loss of her five "fighting Sullivans" shows great faith and tremendous strength - while her heart broke every day upon wakening.
I believe the Sullivan family was from Ohio. My family also migrated from Ohio to Penna. as did so many others - so the Irish are very much connected in both states.
But Dr. Murray on Highland Ave. had only three children (to my knowledge). I really thank Dave for remembering Phyllis because I could not remember her first name. I knew her very well though because she was the coach of our girls' basketball team when I was at Rez (7th & 8th grades) - and as the boys said, she was a "knock out" a really beautiful girl.
Now her two younger brothers were Francis (in my grade at Rez) and Thomas (one year older). Thomas is now deceased after having married and his wife presenting with him with 8!!!!! daughters, and as far as I know Frank is still alive and I saw him when I was back home in '80. He was managing a grocery store.
I would now like to know who the other Dr. Murray was (bet they were related in some manner). Also, it's a joy to have we old folks bring back memories, and even though it may take a few months, to have the ones we're not sure of, clarified.
Thank you both, Dave and Lee.
Name: Roberta Decker
Email: cherokee"nospam"peach66@hotmail.com
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Date: 05 July, 2003
Time: 17:32:38
I once lived across the street from an orphanage at 317 E. 5th street (1957). That house was just sold. Does anyone know the official name of the orphanage?
Thanks, Roberta Decker
Name: John Rhoades
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Date: 05 July, 2003
Time: 16:37:28
Laurie if that was S. Wesley Rhoades then it was my cousin. When I went to Smedley he was the boys counselor. Always was great when ove the p.a. they would say John Rhoades report to Mr. Rhoades it was like I had to go see my father. DanCHS54 were you my phys ed teacher at Smedley?
Name: sally
Email: ssmith@ellijay.com
Residing: blue ridge, ga
Date: 05 July, 2003
Time: 16:13:53
hey Sal, email me. I would like to have the picture you have of Laura Glatts in the first grade. sally
Name: sally
Email: ssmith@ellijay.com
Residing: blue ridge, ga
Date: 05 July, 2003
Time: 16:13:21
Name: C H Ruth
Email: chruth"***"@adelphia.net
Residing: Palm Beach Gdns, FL
Date: 05 July, 2003
Time: 15:36:25
Very professional!
Name: Dave 3rd & Wilson
Email: djsmail2002@yahoo.com
Residing: Ridley
Date: 05 July, 2003
Time: 14:44:42
Lee chs'45 Ref. :Dr. Murry : To my recolation only one girl in family and she was named Phyllis.She gradulated with me from REZ in 1941
Name: Kristen Wood Mathewson
Email: kw"nospam"mathewson@rogers.com
Residing: Toronto, ON, Canada
Date: 05 July, 2003
Time: 13:24:12
Hello all!
I have never lived in Chester but my mother (Nancy Wood CHS '55) and her family grew up there. I've found some great pictures of some of them, including one of my grandfather with the Postal Clerks in 1938, and my aunt and uncles in school pictures. It's been interesting to look through the site and get a sense of where my relatives grew up. Thanks!
Name: Laurie Emrick-Hund
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Residing: Carmichael, California
Date: 05 July, 2003
Time: 13:15:12
To those with the last name Rhoades-Was the principal of Pulaski related to any of you? I went to Pulaski in the late 60's early 70's and Mr. Rhoades was the principal then...Just wondering..
Name: Lee CHS'45
Email: RLBenni@netscape.net
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Date: 04 July, 2003
Time: 20:46:44
To Pat McFadden.... Regarding the late "Chick" Murray who was lost on the USS Juneau in November. My good friend John Malick (George's older brother) identifies "Chick" as Albert Murray from the West End, he thinks around 10th and Booth. Albert Murray graduated CHS in Feb 1942 and went right into the Navy. Oddly enough, the USS Juneau was christened in Feb of 1942. The Juneau went down near Guadacanal. Also on that ship were the five Sullivan brothers and the four Rogers brothers. The military archives lists a memorial cemetery to that crew in Manila, Philippines. I had to track this info down because I went for a lonnnng time thinking that "Chick" was Dr. Murray's son from Ninth and Highland.
Name: Dan CHS54
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Date: 04 July, 2003
Time: 18:19:12
John Rhoades--Yes I know Betty. Went To Smedley and CHS with her.Hopefully, all is well with her.
John Bullock-- If you can't find a wooden ball, you can buy a field hockey ball.I made boxes when I ran The Salvation Army Playground at 5th & Water back in the 50's.Most popular activity summer activity. I got the measurements from the Chester Recreation Dept. They had the on all of thier playgrounds.
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Date: 04 July, 2003
Time: 12:55:09
and a Happy Fourth to you Harvey S. Martin...☺
Name: Harvey Martin
Email: hsmartin@snip.net
Residing: Parkside
Date: 04 July, 2003
Time: 09:43:53
High School Reunion
Every ten years, as summertime nears, An announcement arrives in the mail, "A reunion is planned; it'll be really grand; Make plans to attend without fail.
I'll never forget the first time we met; We tried so hard to impress. We drove fancy cars, smoked big cigars, And wore our most elegant dress.
It was quite an affair; the whole class was there. It was held at a fancy hotel. We wined, and we dined, and we acted refined, And everyone thought it was swell.
The men all conversed about who had been first To achieve great fortune and fame. Meanwhile, their spouses described their fine houses And how beautiful their children became.
The homecoming queen, who once had been lean, Now weighed in at one-ninety-six. The jocks who were there had all lost their hair, And the cheerleaders could no longer do kicks.
No one had heard about the class nerd Who'd guided a spacecraft to the moon; Or poor little Jane, who's always been plain; She married a shipping tycoon.
The boy we'd decreed "most apt to succeed" Was serving ten years in the pen, While the one voted "least" now was a priest; Just shows you can be wrong now and then.
They awarded a prize to one of the guys Who seemed to have aged the least. Another was given to the grad who had driven The farthest to attend the feast.
They took a class picture, a curious mixture Of beehives, crew cuts and wide ties. Tall, short, or skinny, the style was the mini; You never saw so many thighs.
At our next get-together, no one cared whether They impressed their classmates or not. The mood was informal, a whole lot more normal; By this time we'd all gone to pot.
It was held out-of-doors, at the lake shores; We ate hamburgers, coleslaw, and beans. Then most of us lay around in the shade, In our comfortable T-shirts and jeans.
By the fortieth year, it was abundantly clear, We were definitely over the hill. Those who weren't dead had to crawl out of bed, And be home in time for their pill.
And now I can't wait; they've set the date; Our fiftieth is coming, I'm told. It should be a ball, they've rented a hall At the Shady Rest Home for the old.
Repairs have been made on my hearing aid; My pacemaker's been turned up on high. My wheelchair is oiled, and my teeth have been boiled; And I've bought a new wig and glass eye.
I'm feeling quite hearty, and I'm ready to party;. I'm gonna dance 'til dawn's early light. It'll be lots of fun; I just hope that there's one Other person who can make it that night.
Name: Terry Owsiany McHugh
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Date: 03 July, 2003
Time: 23:50:05
PS.......John Bullock is just about the nicest, kindest, most thoughtful person I never met!! Thank you for everything John!
Name: Terry Owsiany McHugh
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Date: 03 July, 2003
Time: 23:48:25
Just wanted to take this opportunity to wish all a safe and Happy 4th of July. May we never forget that the War of Indepence was only the beginning of our struggle for freedom. Never forget that with victory comes responsiblity and that responsibility belongs to each generation.
Name: John
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Residing: Chester
Date: 03 July, 2003
Time: 23:12:39
BoxHockey- thanks for the help on the rules now I can start building the box for my grandson and I need a wood ball,let you know how I make out.
Name: Jeffrey David Wpod
Email: JeffreyWoodFLA@Aol.Com
Residing: Port Saint Lucie, Florida
Date: 03 July, 2003
Time: 19:14:04
Researching my Grandfather, Thomas "Tom" Edwards, Fire Chief of Chester, PA till his death in 1977 or 1979. I received some nice photos from some old timers from the Firehouse and Thank you so much for the only pictures I have of my Grandfather. Now if the City of Chester can find his old personel file.
Jeffrey David Wood PSL, FLORIDA
Name: John Rhoades
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Residing: Mi.
Date: 03 July, 2003
Time: 17:11:17
Sal thanks for the info on Alan Larson. I remember those garages down there we played war on the garages that were on Melrose Ave by PMC do you remember those? They're probably part of I95 now. Wan't there a candy store on Baldwin Mike's or something like that. I remember buying baseball cards there when they were just cards and not worth anything.
Name: Todd Allen
Email: todd.allen"No Spam"@philips.com
Residing: Atlanta, Ga
Date: 03 July, 2003
Time: 16:34:43
Name: Betty Jo Marvel
Email: betsshy@a0l.com
Residing: Dover De
Date: 03 July, 2003
Time: 16:10:21
Gene A Rumel You are about the first one to ever talk about 14th and Edgemont we lived on 14th str that was the side str. and the alley in back of the houses was Stutsberry str where there were smaller house up there...played alot of kick the can, baseball in that alley ............ let me no if you remeber andone that use to live there..........they were the days back then
Name: Sal
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Residing: Delaware
Date: 03 July, 2003
Time: 15:31:06
Hi John Did you get my info about Alan Larson?? He's living in Atlanta Ga. I also remember the Rounds family. I especially remember Sally and Billy. I heard from Sally briefly a few months ago.
Here' another memory for you. Do you remember the garages on Thomas St. at the end of Baldwin St. We used to climb onto the roof and play army (Combat was one of our favorite TV shows at the time). We used to have the helmets, toy guns, canteens..the whole works. If we were pretending to be shot, we only had to play dead for 30 seconds., then we'd come back to life as another soldier. If we didn't have toy guns, we'd use sticks. We even used our voices to make the sounds of machine guns.
The row of garages ran nearly to ninth st. We used to jump off that end of the row and fall into the soft grass below. We could usually play there for about a half hour before somebody would chase us away.
Name: John Rhoades
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Date: 03 July, 2003
Time: 14:37:55
Dan CHS 54 do you remember my sister, Betty Rhoades, also in the class of 54? You are right Sal Larry Dodds was a butcher. One of Mr Dodds daughters, Sarah Jane Rounds lived on Remington acrossed the street from the Glatts family.
Name: Sal
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Residing: Delaware
Date: 03 July, 2003
Time: 14:20:03
Thanks for the update on the Glatts family. I'm sorry to hear about Glenn. If you talk to Laura, tell her I said hello. I have a class picture from first grade in Jefferis with her in it. She may not even remember me.
I also remember playing box hockey. When we played, we didn't use any rules. I think we just tried to get the ball through the "rat holes". I remember playing it at Washington Park on Melrose Ave.
I have another memory from working for Eddie Dodds at Ryans store. I remember learing a little about cutting meat.One of his sons, Larry Dodds, I believe was a butcher for A&P at the time, and showed me a few things. How to cut pork chops, steaks and things. However, I made a mistake while slicing lunchmeat one time. I remember slicing the top of my right thumb with the slicing machine, while I was cutting hard salami. It wasn't a real bad cut, butI remember Mr. Dodds being very concerned about it.
As I've said before, he was a wonderful person to work for. I didn't know first hand about his commitment to sports, but by talking to people, I got a very good picture of how popular this man was with many Sun Village residents. Everyone, it seems, thought highly of him. And that includes me.
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Residing: Virginia
Date: 03 July, 2003
Time: 13:25:50
I remember playing box hockey. I think you played a few times - until someone won three games. I used to play at the playground between Caldwell and Hinkson. I think it was Pulaski Playground. There were about 4 boxes.
Name: Kathy
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Date: 03 July, 2003
Time: 09:28:22
JOHN:
Box hockey, I remember playing that at Comisiak Park on 4th street in Chester, in fact thats where I got my first stitches, Michael and Patrick Shea were playing (THey were cuties) and the girls were watching and probably making gymp keychains with 4 strands of plastic coated ribbon. Anyway it went hockey one two three and they tried to get it in the others box which was separated by the wood in the middle. Perhaps Michael from Chantilly Virginia can add to this... ??? The stitches finally healed, and I don't even think the boys noticed, they were into pinball, shuffleboard or older stuff by then. But, it was still a great place to grow up and we did have a lot of fun.
Thank you for the memory!
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Date: 02 July, 2003
Time: 23:40:44
meant to add this one too... ..http://www.streetplay.com/thegames/boxbball.htm
Name: Dan CHS 54
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Date: 02 July, 2003
Time: 23:40:35
John--It would be decided before beginning. If it was "fast hockey" you didn't take turns. If was "slow hockey" you did.
Name: C.
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Date: 02 July, 2003
Time: 23:33:58
John: This site may help...the box ball sounds similar to what you are searching for. Have fun.
Name: John
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Residing: Chester
Date: 02 July, 2003
Time: 23:06:56
Need help as soon as possible for those of you who played box hockey at the city playgrounds in the 50's and 60's. The box was approx.10ft. in length and 4ft. wide and there was a board in the center of the box,the board in the center had two rat holes to knock the ball thru and the end boards had one rat hole to knock the ball thru,in the beginning you would place the wood ball in a groove on top of the center board,players would stand across from each other with I believe were field hockey sticks and would touch there sticks three times on the third time you would attempt to knock the ball in opponents side of the box and out of his rat hole if you did you won the game. I can't remember if you kept hitting the ball or if you and your opponet took turns hitting the ball,it was great fun though. If you can add anything to this please do so.
Name: Gene A.Rumbel
Email: gartackle1@aol.com
Residing: Davison,Michigan
Date: 02 July, 2003
Time: 22:54:08
I remember as a child living on edgmont ave. in chester.I remember watching the preaids go right pass our front porch.I don't remember the steet one door down but the last time I and my family were back there was a expressway where the street was and a Howerd Johnson on the other side of the x-way.some thing have changed but the old house is still there.before I started school we moved to Trainer but I still remember a lot about the area.The aley out back the back yard wher we used a wash tub for our swiming pool.I remember an old man up the other end of that side street that use to chase use kids with his kane but finely stoped and would let me sit and talk to him then we moved and that was the end of that.Still have pictures of the area.
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Date: 02 July, 2003
Time: 21:42:17
Ed Rza: Do me a favor, go into the What's New section and there is a picture of a Chester Baseball team shared by Frank C. Bramble. going from left to right. Look at the first two players and the fouth player. are they familiar from South Chester. This picture looks like the time frame would be around the mid 1930's give or take afew.
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Date: 02 July, 2003
Time: 20:52:12
Thanks for all the great comments about my grandfather, Eddie Dodds, he was great. And Sal Laura does have a brother George, it was her younger brother Glen who died.
Name: Pat McFadden
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Residing: Arizona
Date: 01 July, 2003
Time: 22:19:51
For the past two years, I have noticed many posts regarding the Dodds family. I too knew members of that family at CHS - namely Jake Dodds who was an outstanding athlete and one of the nicest guys in the world at CHS and he married one of my best friends at the time, Lillian “Nunny” Ross. I also knew (but not as well) Pat Dodds who was another great athlete at CHS. I did not realize at the time I new Nunny and Jake and Pat that there were so many siblings and it appears, from all the posts I have read here that practically every member of that family was an outstanding athlete. The father of this great athletic family had to be one of the most outstanding members of the Chester community to instill such admirable sportsmanship and good family qualities in all his children - sons and daughters, alike. Apparently, he encouraged (never discouraged) the girls in his family too. What a guy!
For those of you who knew members of this family personally, it would be a great contribution to John’s site to tell what you know about this great dad (let’s not forget Mother) and what he did to make his children achieve honors in sports, along with being outstanding citizens of old Chester. This is the type of interest this site is all about. I feel the Dodds family was and still is an important part of Chester’s history (going back at least 75 years that I know of and would love to know more). When you start to post about a member of that family, instead of saying what a “nice guy” or something similar, post what was so nice about him/her.
I personally am very interested in what made the children of the Dodds family such achievers in the sports world. If you know, tell us about them. For instance, was Mr. or Mrs. Dodds, a great athlete? Don’t let their story slip through the cracks of history, because too many stories of too many great families already have.
The Dodds family has been a part of Chester’s history for a long time now. I would love to know the history of Jake and Pat Dodds’ father and mother. With all those children being such great athletes, I’d bet it would even make a wonderful movie.
Name: Tracy Lyons Kline
Email: kaky412@comcast.net
Residing: Newark, DE
Date: 01 July, 2003
Time: 21:32:27
Just asking if the same Mr. Dodds that you all are talking about who owned Ryan's is any relation to a couple of boys that I went to school with. Is he related to Donny & Keith (Pickle) Dodds from Sun Hill from the 70-80's?
Just wandering if there is any connection there. The Dodds boys were very good athletes & my brother Rick went to STJ with Donny and also played ball on the Lord's baseball team in Sun Village together back in the 70's.
Anyone with info, please let me know so I can pass on to my brother.
Thanks
Name: BOBBY FINKBINER
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Residing: CHESTER PA.
Date: 01 July, 2003
Time: 20:51:21
Yes this is 10 years since our wonderful cardinal tried to shut down St.Hedwigs Church.Like in Vietnam my advice to the Polish People is keep fighting and never run.Because the sneaky church will try to steal what your ancestors built and steal the cash right out from under you like a thief in the night.
Name: Tammy
Email: lynn1_33@hotmail.com
Residing: Upland,Pa
Date: 01 July, 2003
Time: 19:03:43
I was just looking through the site saw the page for the Carusos.What I was wondering is when I was in Wiliam Penn Elem for 4th grade I had a Miss.Caruso are they related?The year would be 1974-1975.Just curiuos ,,,cause she was a great teacher!!
Name: HARRY GILDAY
Email: hgilday@snet.net
Residing: harry no spam hgilday@snet.net
Date: 01 July, 2003
Time: 10:46:49
your site is very good
Name: Sal
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Residing: Delaware
Date: 01 July, 2003
Time: 07:56:24
Mary Lou,
Yes Betsy lives in Lancaster Pa. She lives there I believe with her daughter. I do remember Betsy's Hillman too. I never even heard of one before then. I just thought it was neat to have a friend who had an older sister who DROVE.
Betsy, as you may know was (and still is) a huge Beatles fan. She told me the story of how she and Jackie went to the Chester Pike drive in to see "A Hard days Night" and they recorded the sound from one of those speakers you hang on your window. After that they would drive to Bullens Lane every night the movie played and syncronized the sound from the tape with the picture they could see from the Bullens Lane, and watched the movie.
I'll let you know as soon as I find out where Jackie lives.
Name: Mary Lou
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Date: 01 July, 2003
Time: 07:12:46
Sal you say Betsy lives in Lancaster? Do you mean Lancasster Pa. If so it amazes me how many people from Chester live in Lancaster. I've always said Lancaster And especially downtown Lancaster Reminds me of The Chester I grew up in. Iremeber Mrs Larson fondly, she was my Girl Scout Leader in Brownies and she always did neat projects. I use to sit in here living room every Am waiting for Jackie to walk to school. When we were in High school Betsy had a little Red Hillman she would drive us to school in.
Name: sal
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Residing: Delaware
Date: 01 July, 2003
Time: 00:32:17
Hi Everyone!
Mary Lou, John and everyone else who asked. I did get to see the Larsons. I saw Mrs. Larson..Betsy and Jeff. I found out that Alan is living in Atlanta, Ga. Betsy lives in Lancaster, Nancy lives in southern Maryland. I didn't find out where Jackie lives but I will. I'll be talking to Mrs. Larson again soon. She remembers you, Mary Lou, very well.
Thanks for the update on The Glatts family. Someone mentioned Laura's brother died. Was his name George??
I also had to check in on the memory of Mr. Dodds. You are right , he was a great man in Sun Village. I had the oportunity to work for him in the early 70's at Ryan's store. People tell me that he spoke highly of me to them. If that is true, I am truly honored. I do know that I earned his trust and he allowed me to lock up the store in the evening. I really enjoyed they years I worked for Mr. Dodds. I hope he enjoyed having me there.
