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Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N.C.
Date: 12/31/2006
Time: 08:17:05 PM
2005 National Championships on TV Monday, January 01, 2007 7:00AM - 7:30AM FISHIN' THE TRAIL (TV-G) First Day of the 2005 National Championship in Fort Pierce This is the culmination of the membership of the Southern Kingfish Association's efforts on the tournament trail. Only a select few from each Division (12) earn the honor of representing their geographic area in the most prestigious event of the season. SKA crowns a National Champion in both Class of 23 and Open Divisions. The SKA represents the largest saltwater tournament trail in the country. Tuesday, January 02, 2007 4:00AM - 4:30AM FISHIN' THE TRAIL (TV-G) First Day of the 2005 National Championship in Fort Pierce This is the culmination of the membership of the Southern Kingfish Association's efforts on the tournament trail. Only a select few from each Division (12) earn the honor of representing their geographic area in the most prestigious event of the season. SKA crowns a National Champion in both Class of 23 and Open Divisions. The SKA represents the largest saltwater tournament trail in the country. Tuesday, January 02, 2007 1:00PM - 1:30PM FISHIN' THE TRAIL (TV-G) First Day of the 2005 National Championship in Fort Pierce This is the culmination of the membership of the Southern Kingfish Association's efforts on the tournament trail. Only a select few from each Division (12) earn the honor of representing their geographic area in the most prestigious event of the season. SKA crowns a National Champion in both Class of 23 and Open Divisions. The SKA represents the largest saltwater tournament trail in the country. Monday, January 08, 2007 7:00AM - 7:30AM FISHIN' THE TRAIL () Second and Final Day of the 2005 National Championship in Fort Pierce See who wins sport fishing's most prestigious title for weekend fishermen. Tuesday, January 09, 2007 4:00AM - 4:30AM FISHIN' THE TRAIL () Second and Final Day of the 2005 National Championship in Fort Pierce See who wins sport fishing's most prestigious title for weekend fishermen. Tuesday, January 09, 2007 1:00PM - 1:30PM FISHIN' THE TRAIL () Second and Final Day of the 2005 National Championship in Fort Pierce See who wins sport fishing's most prestigious title for weekend fishermen
Name: ELK
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Date: 12/31/2006
Time: 10:00:47 AM
TPN "54: Tom---You're absolutely right. When you turn 70, you forget how old you are. Thanks for reminding me we're all 39! And next year, we'll be 38. I still recall sitting in Smedley Jr. High "assembly" in 1949 before the Christmas holidays hearing "JO-Jo" with the "spot" reflecting off his shiny head telling us all that the second half of the century was upon us and we were the leaders who would would determine the nation's destiny. How well have we done??? (Happy old years) and Happy New Year.
Name: Caroline
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Date: 12/30/2006
Time: 08:52:39 PM
You and Jack Benny Tom? Have your kids passed you in age yet. .........Happy New Year everyone....... To those of you who are ill, may God hear the prayers being said in your name and Bless you with better health in the New Year.....Betty M. have a safe trip back to see your Mother....Iris, Merry Little Christmas to you and J. I still keep what we know as Ukrainian Christmas alive with a cup of Kapusta soup and passing a slice of garlic to one another in memory of Mom and Dad and the traditions they have given us....Had the big Christmas Eve dinner on the 24th, no sooner did I boil a pierogi they would disappear. Homemaders go fast in my house . .....Stan what a generous kindness you gave the children..... Keep well, keep that heart healthy....again Happy, Healthy New Year to all.
Name: TPN (CHS 54)
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Date: 12/29/2006
Time: 09:39:14 PM
Sorry Ed (?)....Just turned 39!! Take care.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Date: 12/29/2006
Time: 09:31:41 AM
Happy Orthodox Christmas.
Name: ELK
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Date: 12/28/2006
Time: 12:47:24 PM
Good work Stan--keep it up. We do something similar for children in a school in the Kiberia slums of Nairobi. Got attached to them when we were there in 1990 and 2005. Dan: Glad to see your name. Hope all goes well. Didn't everyone in the class of "54 turn 70 this year!
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, NC
Date: 12/21/2006
Time: 06:56:46 PM
Thanks Danny. We started something last year by giving the Ministry the bikes. 2 more orgs. gave bikes after they heard that we gave them. This year those 2 orgs. and 3 more gave bikes including the local Hooters. The idea is catching on, maybe more orgs. will follow our lead next Christmas.
Name: Dan McGinniss
Email: danm at dmv dot com
Residing: Milford, DE
Date: 12/20/2006
Time: 07:59:52 PM
Stan--I'm proud of you for what you are doing for kids.
Name: Captain Stan (Stanman) Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, NC
Date: 12/13/2006
Time: 08:05:50 AM
Wishing all of you a very Merry Christmas and a Healthy and Happy New Year. Click on this to see what we did for the Needy Kids this Christmas. The unsigned email: Hobo jungle, yes you were one of us. Fires from coke, wonder we didn't gas ourselves in our home made shacks. Could have used one of those minnows this year at the Nationals, went from Hero to Zero. Guess you cant win them all, wait till next year. Enjoy your holidays, hope you enjoy the news article.
Name: Caroline
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Date: 11/22/2006
Time: 09:02:29 AM
Happy Thanksgiving everyone...
Name: Caroline
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Date: 10/20/2006
Time: 07:05:38 AM
(Mary Ruffini) For those who had Miss Ruffini as a teacher,I thought you might like to know that I spoke with her brother John yesterday and he tells me she recently had a stroke, has gone through rehab and is now home. Although we are all getting older, it is always sad to hear one we knew has been ill.
Name: Caroline
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Date: 10/06/2006
Time: 02:09:12 PM
You are so right Iris, I too am living testimony to that . Hope to see you at the reunion.
Name: IRIS HOWETT MESSICK
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Date: 10/06/2006
Time: 08:44:47 AM
THANK YOU, CAROLINE, YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT IS IN STORE FOR YOU FROM ONE MOMENT TO THE NEXT.
Name: Caroline
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Date: 09/30/2006
Time: 10:19:11 PM
I hadn't realized that Iris. I knew she was injured in the collapse and was critical for weeks after, but did not realize to what degree. Joan did tell me that you and Jul were both injured in the mishap also. Jul seriously. Not to say your injury was minor but Jul was hospitalized for several weeks. I hope you both have healed from the physical results of the unexpected and horrifying accident that was an end to what should have been a wonderful event for your family.
Name: IRIS HOWETT HOWETT
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Date: 09/30/2006
Time: 04:55:04 PM
CAROLINE, THANK YOU. AS YOU KNOW MARY'S DEATH WAS THE RESULT OF A DECK COLLAPSING. SHE IS AT PEACE NOW, AS SHE HAD BEEN ON THE VENTILATOR SINCE JUNE 3, 2006.
Name: Caroline
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Date: 09/30/2006
Time: 04:12:57 PM
Jul, Iris & family...Our deepest sympathy to you and your family in the lose of Juls sister Mary. My heart to yours. My prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Bless Mary and may she rest in Peace.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Date: 09/24/2006
Time: 02:42:49 PM
Kathy, So sorry to hear of your mother's passing on. My condolences and also condolences from the Class of 1954 Reunion Committee.
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Date: 09/22/2006
Time: 09:10:55 PM
Your have our sympathy, sorry to hear about your mothers passing much too young. God Bless
Name: Lorraine Gilmartin Mc Donald
Email: kathleenhopkins57@msn.com
Residing: Media,Pa.
Date: 09/20/2006
Time: 08:31:33 PM
I am Lorraine's daughter Kathy. I am writing to inform you that my mother passed away just shortly after her 65th birthday. Not a day goes by the her husband, Joseph and her children don't think of her and miss her.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email: IMWELSH@comcast.net
Residing: Wallingford, Pa.
Date: 09/18/2006
Time: 07:33:27 AM
Sorry to report that we have lost another classmate. Raymond Phillips was "called home" within the past several weeks. Our condolences to Shirley.
Name: Caroline
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Date: 09/11/2006
Time: 07:29:40 AM
Happy Birthday Joan (G)..Hope you enjoyed the opening of the Harness racing.
Name: Gabrielle Sumner
Email: gabriellesumner@yahoo.com
Residing: Alveston, England
Date: 09/07/2006
Time: 07:15:55 AM
Iris could you please send me your email address. The one listed above does not seem to work. I have some pics of mom and you and also some updates to all the 'Aunties' of the twins. XXOO gabie
Name: Ruth Ann Grant
Email: jlt92478@Yahoo.com
Residing: Marcus Hook, Pa.
Date: 07/26/2006
Time: 04:38:03 PM
Hi! Mary Lou
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Date: 07/22/2006
Time: 07:03:54 AM
Stan..do yea think some ninnos from that little creek that dumped into the Delaware River at about Clayton Street could win it for you. You know where kids would go down and swim close to the Hobo jungle and the little beach. Trying to think, did that stream of water pass thru the dump too. Oh what fun the kids had there finding treasures (trash?). and the disposal plant. did some of the old people use that crap for their gardens. I always wondered if I remember that being true.
Name: Captain Stanman
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, NC
Date: 07/17/2006
Time: 12:19:17 PM
Walmart sponsors a Kingfish Series in 8 S/E States, the top 20 boats fish for $300,000 in Orange Beach, Ala. in October. Here are the Top 10 from the 1st Tourn. on 7/15/06. Team Name 1 BLUEBYU 2 WILD RIDE FISHING TEAM 3 AIN'T LIFE GRAND 4 B.A.D. BOYS FISHING TEAM 4 TEAM NATIONAL GUARD 6 MARCIA - D 7 EXCITATION 8 MISS ELAINEOUS 9 MR STANMAN 10 POWER MARINE
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Date: 06/26/2006
Time: 10:09:40 PM
Thanks Yottie. Enjoyed the read. http://www.saltwatersportsman.com/saltwater/fishing/article/0,12746,584073,00.html
Name: Captain Stanman`
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: The Friendly City, N. C.
Date: 06/26/2006
Time: 06:09:29 PM
The July issue of the International magazine, Saltwater Sportsman has an article and photos on page 109.
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Date: 06/20/2006
Time: 11:47:19 AM
Mr. Stanman: saw you on TV today (Tuesday at about 10:30 AM) no old man that stanman.. (: your looking mighty fine. Keep healthy...and thanks for that great smile of yours...it is contagious.
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, NC
Date: 06/13/2006
Time: 07:39:25 PM
seajay@ec.rr.com is the correct email, the other was a typo. 2005 SKA Nationals that we won on OLN, on Sunday, 6/18 from 3 to 4 PM. Happy Fathers Day to all you Dads.
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Date: 06/09/2006
Time: 07:22:34 AM
Iris: A quick note to let you know that you and your family are in our prayers. Joan has been tied up for a few days as Uncle Joe had a stroke on Wednesday and she has tried to be there for Aunt Helen. ..................... Stan, the hands are working better. Didn't get the surgery will wait until they stop working again. Am starting to walk a little better although the pain is persistent. This gout is no fun. Always knew Dad had it, my brother had it but I have it major big time. I always thought it was a man's thing. Thanks for asking How did Big Yottie (Andy) make out. Enjoyed the read about you in Gebharts column afew weeks ago and more recently about Andy. Sad things do happen to nice people.......................... Betty, I am so very sorry to hear about Anne. I had wondered if Marty made it to California on his bike to see her and was praying for his safe return home and a gentle trip for Anne on her way home to God. How did your mother make out with the cough. It is difficult when you are so far away and time seems to be getting so much shorter. My thoughts and prayers with you and your family also................................... Thanks to John Bullock for sending a note to me ..as I am not on the computer anymore. My girl got the message to me and adds this note for me. Love to all, Caroline
Name: Toot
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Date: 06/07/2006
Time: 06:57:32 PM
To Captain Stan: There are two different e-mail addresses here for you. seajaya and seajay. Which is correct? I e-mailed you at seajay. Was that correct?
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajaya@ec.rr.com
Residing: Friendly City, N. C.
Date: 06/03/2006
Time: 09:35:21 AM
Pete, I meant BOURBON drinkers. Here is what the Editor of a local newspaper wrote: FRONT PAGE OPINION Congratulations to 'Stanman' It is nice when good things happen to good people. Falling squarely into that category is Stan Jarusinski’s winning the Southern Kingfish Association National Championship. Jarusinski, or “Captain Stanman” as he is known, has worked tirelessly for sport fishermen and boating enthusiasts in our community for years – when he wasn’t raising championship beagles. As a principal in the Onslow Bay Salt Water Fishing Club, Stan has devoted his time and energies to everything from organizing the Onslow Bay Open King Mackerel Tournament to scouring the halls of Congress in order to come up with funds to dredge Bogue Inlet. His fishing prowess was the subject of a feature in Saltwater Sportsman, an international fishing magazine. Fishing expert, canine expert, charter boat captain, boating access advocate and Tideland News fishing correspondent, Jarusinski, a resident of Stella, really can do it all. But what he has done recently trumps all the rest. He and the crew of “Mister Stanman,” his charter boat, took top honors in the SKA’s Class of 2005 23-Foot and Under National Championship Tournament. The tournament was supposed to have taken place during November out of Biloxi , Miss. , but was delayed due to damage from Hurricane Katrina. Fishing out Fort Pierce, Fla., over the weekend of April 22, the “Mister Stanman,” a 23-foot Regulator, brought a couple of smokers to the dock. The crew weighed in a 42.27-pound king the first day and blew away the competition with the second-day king, a 39.91-pounder. Had the crew competed in the “open” category, the catch would have been good enough for “Mister Stanman” to finish third. Based on the total weight of the two fish, he and the crew, Kevin Hill of LaGrange, Greg Ogle of Pittsboro and Charles McClure of Ocean Beach, took home a 23-foot Palmetto powered by a pair of Mercury outboards. Perhaps more importantly, they claim the title National Champion. It is Jarusinski’s second such title, having claimed the U.S. Angler Championship in 2002 with a 46-pounder. Our congratulations to Jarusinski and the crew of “Mister Stanman.”
Name: Captain /Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 06/03/2006
Time: 09:31:58 AM
Caroline, how is your hand? Pete, the big guy, you are right, Jary, is the correct spelling. Makers Mark for us bourgon drinkers in N. C. Tooty, yes I remember you, and yes, Suzanne Sewell. Suzanne had the most beautiful eyes of any woman I have ever met. Ever hear from her? Do you bring back some memories. Email me Toot so we can talk. New on the TV Show from the Southern Kingfish Association: Watch the 2005 National Championship Show on OLN Sunday, June 18, 3-4pm! OLN is the Outdoor Life Network.
Name: Betty Ratliff Marth
Email: grammamarth@aol.com
Residing: East Wenatchee, Wa
Date: 05/31/2006
Time: 12:08:46 PM
Hi Caroline, I logged on this morning for the first time in ages and saw a message from you concerning my EMail address and Mom's and Anne,s health. I am sorry to say, and it breaks my heart but Marty's sister Anne died the last of October, 2005. She hung on to enjoy a fabulous Marth family reunion at the beach, did all the planning herself and when she returned home to California she was ready to go to her Heavenly Father who, I am sure, welcomed her home with open arms. She was one of the most beautiful persons I have ever known and felt blessed to not only call her a sister-in-law but a friend. My Mother keeps plugging along. She has a very bad heart so I treasure each day I have left with her. She has developed a terrible cough and we go to the doctor tomorrow. I am scheduled to go back home on June 6th but will wait to see what the doctor has to say. The cruise was awesome. Seeing Joan again and sharing memories with her as well as everyone else in our group is something I will remember always. I hope you are well. My love to your family. Betty
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Date: 05/30/2006
Time: 07:34:52 AM
We made it home safely from the cruise. I believe everyone had a fun time. It was great to dine together and recall old memories. Of course there was always time to discuss grandchildren. The reunion committee will be meeting in 2007 to discuss preparations for our "DOUBLE NICKLE NIGHT" (55) in 2009. If you have any suggestions please let us know.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Date: 05/30/2006
Time: 07:30:05 AM
Well, we made it safely back to shore. I believe that everyone enjoyed themselves. It was great dining together and just getting together to recall old times at Chester High---and of course to discuss our grandchildren. The reunion committee will probably meet in 2007 to make ready our plans for 2009. If you have any suggestions for our "Double Nickle Night" (55) in 2009, please let us know.
Name: Rosemary (Toot)
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Date: 05/30/2006
Time: 12:54:09 AM
To Stan, I lived in the gardens also, and believe me, none of us were rich! Mary Lou was in my crowd. The other girls were Billie Lou, and Suzanne Sewell, and Carol Dempster. Could Suzanne have been the girl you dated?
Name: IRIS HOWETT MESSICK
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Date: 05/20/2006
Time: 09:40:53 AM
BON VOYAGE TO ALL!
Name: Captain Stan "Stanman" Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 05/20/2006
Time: 09:30:19 AM
Hope your cruise went well and that you had smooth seas and plenty to drink and eat. Thanks Iris. Dont know how us "poor" KIDS made it, swimming in the Delaware River at the pipe line, playing in hazardous chemical box cars, drinking that dirty water,etc. Guess we were toughened by our upbringing that allowed us to face the difficult challenges later in life. Seems like we all did well. Rosemary, yes I dated Mary Lou, she lived in Highland Gardens with all the other "rich" people. Funny you should mention her. Was thinking about her 2 weeks ago when I heard Ricky Nelson singing "Well hello Mary Lou" I'm sorry to hear that she passed on. There was another girl that I dated from Highland Gardens that hung around with Mary Lou. I can picture her, but can't recall her name.
Name: MADELINE JENKINS-STEINER
Email: maddyjs@juno.com
Residing: GARDEN CITY, PA
Date: 05/13/2006
Time: 01:52:05 AM
THE CLASS OF 1957 WILL BE CELEBRATING THEIR 50TH REUNION BY GOING ON A CRUISE TO BERMUDA. THE CRUISE WILL BE OUT OF PHILADELPHIA ON MAY 6TH TO 13TH, 2007. WE WILL BE GOING ON THE NORWEGION CRUISE LINE (NCL). THE PRICE INCLUDES PORT AND GOVERNMENT TAXES. THE PRICE IS AS FOLLOWS: INSIDE CABIN $825.62 PER PERSON, OUTSIDE CABIN WITH PORT HOLE $925.62 PER PERSON AND OUTSIDE CABIN WITH WINDOW $975.62 PER PERSON. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN GOING, PLEASE E-MAIL ME YOUR NAME AND ADDRESS. COME JOIN US TO CELEBRATE OUR 50TH.
Name: Rosemary Krowzow (Toot) (58)
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Residing: Wilmington, De
Date: 05/10/2006
Time: 07:56:57 PM
To Stan (Yachtie): Are you the Yachtie that dated Mary Lou Pecala back in the 50's? I know that's a long time ago, but for some reason, I remember lots of things about school but little of what happened yesterday! Didn't know whether you knew she passed away or not.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Residing: Wallingford, Pa,
Date: 04/29/2006
Time: 06:05:25 PM
Stan, Congratulations! The meek shall inherit the sea, I mean the earth. The poor kids from the West End of Chester seem to be doing pretty good. Wish you the best in your new "dinghy". Being involved sure beats sitting in a rocking chair. Aye, Aye, Captain.
Name: Captain Stan "Stanman" Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 04/27/2006
Time: 04:39:09 PM
No, it hasnt sunk in yet. I go and read about it, see our picture and keep pinching myself. My Sponsors are very pleased and at least one, Yozuri, is doing a national ad campaign. Costa Del Mar sunglasses said they would also do something. Saltwater Sportsman who delayed our article for 1 1/2 years now is going to put the article in and instructed the Writer to do the story on both of our National Championships. The SKA has 2 pages in SWS every month. Also won a National, smaller organization in 2002. Thanks to all. Nick I'm sure you will have more to talk about than me. Sorry we can't make the cruise, the fish are calling.
Name: Caroline
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Residing: PA/NJ
Date: 04/26/2006
Time: 12:24:52 PM
Ed G: All kidding aside ..hope to see you at the Heritage Commission of Delco Awards. After all who else calls Trainer Rocks "Turtle Rocks" Tuesday May 2nd - 10:00 a.m. Delaware County Council Meeting Room Government Center Building, Media, PA Stan: Has it sunk in yet..
Name: Caroline
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Residing: PA/NJ
Date: 04/25/2006
Time: 08:21:36 PM
Congratulations Stan.. Your picture looks great, your contagious smile is as always but more important you look healthy and happy. That is one nice row boat you won. I think I'll add this one to the Newsstand..weep Ed Gebhart...Oldchester heard the news first.....see second article for the story............... http://www.fishska.com/nats/nats_live_news.asp
Name: Capt. Stan (Stanman) Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 04/25/2006
Time: 08:21:10 PM
Click on this to read the National Champion story. http://www.fishska.com/
Name: TPN (CHS 54)
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Residing: Oxford, PA
Date: 04/24/2006
Time: 02:03:32 PM
Yachtie....What else would you expect from a CHS "54 graduate. This will give us something to really brag about on our cruise. The best to you from the Class of "54. Tom N.
Name: Capt. Stan (Stanman) Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 04/24/2006
Time: 01:09:53 PM
Im still in shock over what we did this past weekend. The Mr. Stanman fishing team won the Southern Kingfish Assn. National Championship in Ft. Pierce, Fla. The organization has over 10,000 members who compete in Division tournaments to qualify for the Nationals that are held annually in Biloxi, Miss. and Ft. Pierce, Fla. Only the best in each division qualify. The Team is based out of Swansboro, N. C., it is their 5th attempt at winning this championship, over 500 boats competed. 1st prize was an $80,000 boat and other cash awards. The SKA National Champs. will be shown on OLN, not exactly sure when, maybe in September. Will let you know when I find out.
Name: iIris Howett Messick
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Residing: Wallingrord, Pa.
Date: 04/13/2006
Time: 04:30:29 PM
The Clipper Ship, excuse me the Zenith is about ready to go! There will be surprises in store. See you on "board"! Leave your troubles and woes on shore and have a great time. I can hardly wait!
Name: C
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Date: 04/13/2006
Time: 02:10:48 PM
Thanks Tom..
Name: TPN (CHS 54)
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Residing: Oxford, PA
Date: 04/12/2006
Time: 05:37:38 PM
Caroline....If I went past 3rd & Highland once, I went past a hundred times, but if my life depended on it I could not tell you what was there. The only thing that sticks in my mind were railroad tracks and a small store with one gas pump. This was right before the ferry entrance. Our cruise....If I gain just 7lbs I'll be happy. With my luck I'll gain the 7lbs just looking at the food and another 10lbs eating it!! Oh well....Thanks for the kind words regarding our class. One thing for sure; Cruising will not be the same when the class of 54 sets sail.
Name: Caroline
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Date: 04/12/2006
Time: 04:45:36 PM
Tom: Do you remember anything about the stores at 3rd and Flower? If you do, could you email me so I can send you a photo. Perhaps you'll remember the building. your cruise: great idea Tom about getting online to get the information on before hand, maybe those that have computers could invite those that do not to do so if they would like. Its just about 1 month away. Time to break those shoes and legs in for walking. One block up and back to start, then after afew days another block and by the time the 30 plus days are up you'll be able to enjoy the walking tours with ease. Take your handywipes with you, and maybe your own pillow and thin blanket. A bottle of water and enjoy the rest. Oh, if your weight watching, lose that extra 5 lbs cause they guarantee you will gain at least 7 lbs with the terrific food they serve. So those that can't make it won't, just remember this committee of yours continually tries to get events going to keep your youth returning. Plan on the next one..make it the best ever. Wishing you all a safe, fun filled, memory collecting journey. Happy Easter and Passover Caroline caroline_oldchesterpa@yahoo.com
Name: Dan CHS54
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Residing: Milford
Date: 04/11/2006
Time: 04:33:29 PM
Look out Zenith Betty and Joyce are on the loose. Have a great time!
Name: TPN (CHS 54)
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Residing: Oxford, PA
Date: 04/10/2006
Time: 10:43:14 PM
My bags are packed and we are ready to sail!! In case we have some first time cruisers, here is some helpful info. When you get your travel pack with all your travel documents, go to www.celebrity.com and register to check-in on line. It will save you a lot of time when you arrive for boarding. I hope Celebrity is ready for us!!!!!! See you all on board the Zenith.
Name: joyce[farnan]nolan
Email: judge521@verizon.net
Residing: wilmington,de
Date: 04/10/2006
Time: 02:57:54 PM
i am more than ready for the cruise-betty marth and i will be roomies'
Name: Stan "Stanman" Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 04/06/2006
Time: 10:12:45 AM
Correct spelling of my nickname was "Jary" pronounced Yachtie. Sorry I cant join y'all on the CRUISE. Bad time of the year, fishing tournaments, etc. Hope you have a great time, cruising is easy to get used to. Wish I could be joining you. My Sister Mickey is planning another cruise to Alaska, the first one was outstanding about 4 years ago. Will let you know when she has a date picked. Just got back from a cruise to St. Thomas, Haiti, Puerto Rico, et. Great weather 85 every day. Want to hear the songs we danced to, click on http://www.bobforrest.com/JukeBox.htm Good health to all. May the Cruisers have fair winds and following seas. "We can't change the winds, however, we can adjust our sails."
Name: William Roberts
Email: Bill 936@AOL
Residing: Wilmington DE
Date: 04/04/2006
Time: 07:49:51 PM
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Date: 03/16/2006
Time: 09:05:27 AM
Pete, thanks for the correction. Being Welsh, as my mother was born in Wales, and living at 4th and Highland, I have an excuse for not spelling Stan's correctly. So thanks again for the information. This summer, when you drink your martinis make a dry Southern Comfort up with a twist and think of me. Sorry you are not going on the cruise. Keep in touch.
Name: pete pietreniak
Email: jettyjock1936@aol.com
Residing: st. pete , fla.
Date: 03/15/2006
Time: 01:39:42 PM
please dont take this the wrong way, but i think that stan's nick name is spelled incorrectly. if you use the polish way i think it should be spelled jarie or jary as is the beginning of his last name. yes i am still in florida waiting for the next storm season. happy manhattans every one
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Date: 02/23/2006
Time: 11:56:08 PM
Happy Birthday Iris...
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Date: 02/18/2006
Time: 12:32:22 PM
Hi Caroline, I did not know about your hand surgery. Hope you are doing well. If you need any help give me a call. Thanks for all you do on this website.
Name: Caroline (keyed in by other)
Email:
Residing:
Date: 02/16/2006
Time: 06:21:05 PM
The photo section has some great pictures of Stan. the will enlarge when you click on them. Just look for that Great Polish smile and you've found Yodie (or as I say Yotty) how are you anyway Stan. Its Feb. heart healthy month..keeping it that way? I've been down since early Jan. just getting some feeling back into my hands. its murder not being able to help on this site anymore. Hopefully soon. <A HREF="http://www.captainstanman.us/">Stan the man</a> Glad to see the cruise getting closer for all of you, time sure does fly when you have something to look forward to. Wanda a early Happy Birthday...
Name: TPN (CHS 54)
Email:
Residing: Oxford, PA
Date: 02/16/2006
Time: 02:34:52 PM
Pete....Yodie is Stan Jarusinski.A classmate of ours and a real avid fisherman. Goes after the BIG ones. Now living in Swansboro, NC. Take care!!
Name: pete pietreniak
Email: jettyjock 1936@aol.com
Residing: st. pete fla
Date: 02/15/2006
Time: 05:39:02 PM
hi all god willing ill try to make the trip in 2009. who is yodie?
Name: TPN (CHS 54)
Email:
Residing: Oxford, PA
Date: 02/09/2006
Time: 11:17:13 AM
Cruise info....FYI regarding passports!! To save a trip to the court house, check with your local post office. Most of them offer passport photo service. Looking forward to a GREAT cruise!! See you all on board in just 100 days. Sounds better than 3 months. Still room for any late comers!!
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing: Wallingford, Pa.
Date: 01/28/2006
Time: 09:30:43 AM
Hi Pete, Thanks for keeping us informed. Did your address change since 2005? Love your E-Mail address. I take it you are a fisherman. You and Yodie should get together. Do you plan to attend our dinner in 2009? The committee will begin to meet probably in 2007 to make plans. Keep in good health.
Name: pietreniak
Email: jettyjock1936@aol.com
Residing: st.pete fla.
Date: 01/25/2006
Time: 01:55:00 PM
new e-mail name above
Name: pietreniak
Email: jettyjock1936@aol.com
Residing: st.pete fla.
Date: 01/25/2006
Time: 01:54:31 PM
new e-mail name above
Name: Iris Howett Mesick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 01/18/2006
Time: 08:47:54 AM
CRUISE: We are ready to roll! Our transportation from the Phila airport area parking lot is "gratis" per the cruise lines. We are trying to come up with some surprises so, be prepared for a fun cruise. See you on board! DON'T FORGET YOUR PASSPORTS!
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 12/31/2005
Time: 10:25:16 AM
Hi Margie, So glad to see that someone is finally using this website. Also glad to hear that you a good time at the 50th. The committee tried their best to make it a memorable one. Hopefully, we will meet againin 2009. I gave the class of 1955 information on our band, The Legends. A few weeks before their reunion they learned that the group had disbanded. Evidently the leader had died. What a shame because we thought they were great. Hopefully our "dinner" in 2009 will have a good turn out. Pass the word. The committe will probably meet sometime in 2006 to start discussing the "dinner". Who knows we may have some surprises in store. It ain't over till the fat lady sings and I am not ready to do that yet. What is going on with your life?
Name: Margie Small Guyer
Email: mdguyer@yahoo,com
Residing: Lancaster County,PA
Date: 12/27/2005
Time: 10:27:34 AM
would be happy to hear from old classmates. we had a great time at the 50th reunion.
Name: Iris Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 12/18/2005
Time: 03:36:07 PM
Name: Roberta Jones Kutz
Email: lazyk@evenlink.com
Residing: Port Trevorton,Pa
Date: 12/10/2005
Time: 08:08:06 AM
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 11/23/2005
Time: 10:43:53 AM
Happy Thanksgiving to all and may you have mercies traveling.
Name: Debbie Luczak Hoffman
Email: saraken@aol.com
Residing:
Date: 11/18/2005
Time: 07:06:08 PM
Hi Walter: Mom went to Chester High School, Class of 1960. I told her about your kind words and she said: "Walter who?" I'm guessing you have a last name but choose to be anonymous. That's okay. Feel free to e-mail me if you'd like. Dad worked for General Chemical which became Allied Chemical then Allied Signal and finally Honeywell by the time he retired! I agree, he was very smart. The "kids" are all grown up. I'm the oldest at age 42. The last I saw the Schneiders was at my dad's funeral. I almost stopped by their hoagie shop when my Uncle Joe passed away but I was running late to get home to my kids. If you see them, wish them well for me. Best, Debbie
Name: Caroline
Email:
Residing:
Date: 11/16/2005
Time: 12:39:00 PM
Betty M: i tried to email you but for some reason am getting bounce backs (my comcast address)..just wondering how is your Mother and Marty's sister Anne. Anne has been in my thoughts especially strong today. Did you get back to this area in October to see your Mom.
Name: TPN (CH 54)
Email:
Residing: Oxford, PA
Date: 10/25/2005
Time: 09:13:53 PM
To All '54 CHS classmates....If you did not receive all the particulars regarding our class cruise to Bermuda, here are all the particulars. CRUISE LINE: Celebrity DATE: MAY 20th 2006 DEPARTS FROM: Cape Liberty, NJ DURATION OF CRUISE: 7 nights SHIP: The ZENITH RATES:OUTSIDE ocean view stateroom on the Bahama deck (Category 8)....$1,251.15 per person, double occupancy. INSIDE stateroom on the Florida deck (Category 12)....$1,101.15 per person, double occupancy. **The rates INCLUDE all taxes and port charges** To reserve your cabin, a $250.00 deposit, per person would be payable by check, money order or a major credit card. Final payment is due March 1, 2006.Transportation arrangements are being made for a bus to pick up travelers @ Sun Park Parking in Tinicum (Next to Philadelphia airport). The bus will take travelers to Cape Liberty, NJ and pick them up when the cruise returns and bring them back to Sun Park. The parking rate is $45.00/$49.00 for the week. The cost of the bus is $50.00 per person. NOTE: PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED!!!! TIPS: Celebrity scale is about $70.00 for the week per person. The ship and all the features can be found on (www.celebrity.com) TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS BY: Grand Destinations 1036 Volvo Parkway, Suite 2 Chesapeake, Virgina 23320 CONTACT: Lynne Klinger or Kathy Nichols--(757-548-8200) or 1-800-935-2929) (www.granddestinations.com) The committee has researched the rates and they are without a doubt THE BEST!! If you need any more info or have questions....contact Grand Destinations (mention Chester high class of 1954 Bermuda cruise) or contact Iris or Wanda. For classmates who have never cruised before..be pepared for the time of your life!! Food like you never believed existed (and all you want when you want it)....The entertainment is as good or better than the shows in NY or Vegas. And the food and entertainment ARE INCLUDED in the cost. Aside from the occasional complimentary drinks, you pay for alcholic drinks. This cruise is open to ALL CHS graduates, family and friends. THE MORE THE MERRIER!! The committee really hopes to see as many classmates and friends as possible....See you on board the ZENITH in 2006!!!! To reunion committee members: Hope this convinces anyone who is still undecided, to get on board. Sure would REALLY BE GREAT to have EVERYONE cruise to sunny Bermuda!! Just think....FUN,FUN,FUN and everyone knows what it is like when CHS 54 classmates get toghether. Really hope to see you all. CHS 54 reunion committee
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 10/25/2005
Time: 01:01:14 PM
Hey all of you "54" people out there. How about some more takers for this cruise? We took your suggestions to do this--Planned and got it organized, so where are you? It is not to late to register.
Name: Walter
Email:
Residing:
Date: 10/22/2005
Time: 09:45:20 PM
Hal Luczak was a great man, and very smart, we miss him dearly, We are glad to hear his wife is doing better did she go to Notre dame High School, Glad to hear the children are doing and well and all grown up.
Name: Rosemarie MCFadden
Email: earthwoman10@hotmail.com
Residing: upstate new york
Date: 10/22/2005
Time: 09:14:02 PM
hello, Does anyone remember my mother who graduated around 1954 from Chester high school. I have not seen my mother in over 20 years and am looking up history on where my parents were from. Any information let me know. she also had a sister named Dolores and Annette. All from east 9th street in chester. I guess I should have given everyone her name. My mothers name is was Marie Moriano. thanks again! I had to send this twice because I forgot to list her name! Rosemarie Rosemarie
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 10/11/2005
Time: 02:32:36 PM
Hi Dolores Moore,
We missed you at the fiftieth reunion. What is going on with your life? Are you interested in the cruise? They will still take reservations. We plan to meet in 2009 for a dinner. No other activities, just dinner---unless we decide to do a little more. We had such a great time at the fiftieth. I know we are all getting older but, when we get together it seems as though we are teen agers again (in heart that is!)
Name: Dolores Moore
Email: gulfair1@aol.com
Residing: ft. myers, fl
Date: 10/07/2005
Time: 03:38:17 PM
Would like to hear from fellow classmates at CHS.
Name: Caroline
Email:
Residing:
Date: 09/23/2005
Time: 04:28:13 PM
Just to tempt you to come..if they allow refreshments, I am planning to make a GI Joe Chocolate cake and a couple Peaches and Cream pies.
The rumor got around that I'm making pierogi. Not so-- incase you got a fwd. with that on. How could homemade beat Mrs. T's.
Try to come, we never know from year to year if it will be the last one for us.
Name: classmate II
Email:
Residing:
Date: 09/23/2005
Time: 10:47:31 AM
Anyone from the class of '54 attending next Saturday's Chester get-together?
Name: Caroline
Email:
Residing:
Date: 09/19/2005
Time: 02:37:19 PM
aaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhh.....gosh, where's the delete button when needed...
sorry folks, I did not want to sound like locker room talk, what I meant was RELAXING on your SOFA.
Well I hope it gave a good laugh..cause it sure is embarrassing.
I hope many of you will make this years Chester reunion.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 09/15/2005
Time: 06:09:50 PM
Stan,
I just got home from the summer at the Jersy shore. So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I will take it upon myself to express our condolences from the Class of 1954. Hope the storm does not do too much damage, you do not need any more loss.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 09/15/2005
Time: 06:06:58 PM
Some sad, but good news: Joan Miller Penny and Don were wiped out by Katrina. They got out before the storm and are living with their son. Katrina was not kind to them. I was told that they lost their home, two rental properties, two cars and a boat. Our prayers go with them. What a time in life to face such a tragedy--a life time of efforts gone. Thank God for family and friends.
Name: Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Hurricane Alley, N. C.
Date: 09/13/2005
Time: 06:10:17 PM
Thanks Caroline. Mom lived to be 94. Thanks for all that came to the viewing and church. Nice to see so many of you again, wish it were under different circumstances.
God Bless You.
Now waiting for hurricane Ophelia to make an appearance on Wednesday, 9/14/05. Its not a big one, but they all are dangerous.
Appreciate your prayers. We live in Swansboro, and that is where the Weather Channel said the center was going to pass thru.
Name: Caroline
Email:
Residing:
Date: 09/12/2005
Time: 08:32:56 AM
Summer is coming to a lovely ending (at least here in Delco) most of us are heading home from vacation to finally rest up..who ever said vacations are relaxing. Aaaahhh, put that pot of coffee on, kick off those shoes and just plop down on our favorite chair and think of that wonderful feeling of sleeping in your own bed, and, laugh as you may, you own bathroom. Familiar places make memories :) Nothing like relaxing on your own toilet.
What is especially nice is the end of summer sales that are happening in our favorite stores. Spear Brothers and Rodgers not having any I'm sorry to say, but others are. Nows the time to get afew really nice outfits for the CRUISE that the class of 54 has planned. Even saw some really great buys in sandles and walking shoes. Men & Woman. buy them now, get them broken in, save on those ugly, sore blisters ....and sun tan lotion. Nows the time to get it packed away in your utility bag. Lip balms are great to have on hand, thats something we often forget to pack. Don't want that flower called the Tu Lips to dry out. isn't kissing the national pass time, and we are the young at heart.
Are your passports up to date if you already have them. If not, plan on getting them early. You can think about these things now that your home and relaxing :) Don't wait until Christmas to get these things out of the way. Cause after Christmas comes New Years, then Valentines Day and Easter.
If it seems months away, not so, look how fast summer went. It was only Memorial day yesterday, was it not. Before you know it you will be stepping on that bus to Philly and your grand vacation.
So relax, updates will be forth coming for Iris and Wanda regarding your trip, or you can emil them with your questions.
Ain't it great, no place like home, planning your vacation. Bet you can't wait..
Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 09/10/2005
Time: 11:18:46 PM
Happy Birthday Joan
Name: MADELINE JENKINS-STEINER Class of 57
Email: maddyjs@juno.com
Residing: WALLINGFORD, PA
Date: 08/30/2005
Time: 10:33:40 PM
Hi Class of 54 The Class of 1957 is celebrating their 50th Class Reunion in April or May of 2007 by going on a cruise. We would like to invite anyone that would be interested in going to help us celebrate. More info will be sent about the cruise as soon as I get the information. I will need your name and address to send you a letter and other info.
Name: Caroline
Email:
Residing:
Date: 08/29/2005
Time: 11:22:13 AM
Stan:
With sincere sorrow I read the announcement of your mothers death in todays Daily Times. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Knowing that you now have two Angels by you as you continue on the rest of your journey through life may bring you some comfort..
May your Mother Catherine now rest from her long Lifes journey, and Our Most Blessed Mother bring you all peace and comfort in knowing that she will live forever in Heaven and within your hearts.
Name: Ed Kogot
Email:
Residing: chester Pa
Date: 08/26/2005
Time: 01:15:13 PM
Has anyone heard from Barbara Lejman Shea?
Name: Walter
Email:
Residing:
Date: 08/08/2005
Time: 09:23:21 PM
DEBBIE LUCZAK, Its wonderful to hear that your mom is feeling much better. Thanks for posting on the email, we remember seeing her at the schneiders daughters weddings a few years back. Once again, your parents were/are great people and were a lot of fun to be around. I think he worked for Dupont a very intelligent man. God bless you all,
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 08/06/2005
Time: 02:19:18 PM
HEAVE HO! GET YOUR DEPOSIT IN FOR THE CRUISE. WE HOPE TO HAVE A NICE TURN OUT. AS OF TO DATE, WE HAVE OVER 20 ROOMS RESERVED.
BEST WISHES TO MRS. LUCZAK, MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
Name: Debbie Luczak Hoffman
Email: saraken@aol.com
Residing:
Date: 08/02/2005
Time: 06:37:07 PM
Walter: Haven't been on this site for a while. Thank you for your kind words about my dad. Yes my mom is doing well. She had deep brain stimulation surgery a few months back to help ease her Parkinson's symptoms. She's still a bit unsteady on the feet but she says she hasn't felt this well in over ten years! Feel free to drop me a line and I will pass it on to her. Best, Debbie
Name: Caroline
Email:
Residing:
Date: 07/23/2005
Time: 05:47:35 PM
I hope all of you are enjoying the summer. I know you must be having loads of fun 'cause we haven't heard much from anyone lately. Having fun is a good thing..continue doing so but drop a line occasionally. Send your vacation postcard thru this page. you know the ones that say " HI" having fun...
While many of you are sitting on the sand and I am sure thanking God for the water, why not give some thought to the Class Cruise that is planned. Don't let the time pass you by, if you have any questions regarding anything about the trip, contact Iris or Wanda or posted it here. its not often that friends can get together on a well planned vacation, one totally void of stress. One where you can sit in a lounge for an entire day if you want to. .
I'm told 4 of the prettiest flag twirlers ever to grace the CHS football field are going. Now thats only a rumor...but you know how people love rumors.
Think about it..time for deposits is getting close.
Name: Mary Richardson (Betty)
Email: elizabeth.emmi@verizon.net
Residing: Wilmington, DE
Date: 07/08/2005
Time: 04:04:58 PM
Hi: I hope to meet with you all - one of these reunions. Have fun.
Name: Caroline
Email:
Residing:
Date: 06/29/2005
Time: 06:27:00 PM
Hi Iris:
Just got in from the shore. Did send my address to you, will send it again. I don't hold email addresses on my computer and type them in each time, so perhaps I keyed in the wrong address.
the new telephone system I have is just that, new. It seems some strange man is now on it, yet I put my own message on. I am not yet into pulling messages that the comcast system picks up ...If it goes directly to my house machine, I can pull them off, somehow some skip over to the other system ...I will check it out abit later. I'm pooped ..only home for tomorrow..then back to work.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 06/27/2005
Time: 05:44:29 PM
My E-mail address is: IMWELSH@COMCAST.NET
Caroline,
I hope you received my phone message on the answering machine. I requested your address. Could you please forward it to me? I do not want to send it on the internet, my phone is unlisted, however, You can get it from Wanda.
Name: TPN (CHS 54)
Email:
Residing: Oxford, PA
Date: 06/23/2005
Time: 06:53:08 PM
All CHS graduates from the class of 1954: If your E-maill address is in our files, please check your E-mail wihin the next few days. The class will be sending you all the info about our 2006 Cruise to Bermuda. If your E-mail address has recently changed, please notify Iris or Wanda. The cruise is open to ALL CHS graduates, their friends and families. If interested, post here or notify Iris or Wanda. I'll Talk to everyone later. TPN
Name: Dan CHS54
Email:
Residing: Milford, DE
Date: 06/20/2005
Time: 03:37:52 PM
Tom---Thanks for letting us know.
Name: TPN (CHS 54)
Email:
Residing: Oxford, PA
Date: 06/19/2005
Time: 07:27:43 AM
To all CHS classmates: On June 14th, former teacher and coach at CHS, Harold "Dutch" Boyer passed away. Coach Boyer was 100 years old.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 06/11/2005
Time: 06:03:29 AM
Tips approximately $10.00 per day per person which covers steward, head waiter and waiter. Thanks
Name: Caroline
Email: Caroline_oldchesterpa@yahoo.com
Residing:
Date: 06/10/2005
Time: 03:02:17 PM
TomN:
Thank you for the email. I enjoyed the read. You can reach me at Caroline_oldchesterpa@yahoo.com ..
:) It has been my practice to use my good China for company since day one, even if just for coffee. It is always a special day when someone thinks enough of a person to visit-- so out they come. I think that came from my Mom. She always served coffee or tea with a cup and saucer, never mugs and made sure everyone always felt welcomed in her home.
Thats whats nice about these school pages, you can have a coffee Klatch yet be miles apart. Thinking about that, haven't seem Betty M. lately. So if your out there Betty, how are yea...anything new happening..I keep getting requests for a cookbook from Oldchesterpa. People ask that Mrs. Phillips Chocolate Fudge recipe be in the dedication.
Enjoy this warmer weather, but stay cool and heart healthy.
Name: Walter
Email:
Residing: Chester Pa
Date: 06/07/2005
Time: 08:29:55 PM
Debbie Luzak Huffman, Your dad was a wonderful man, and your mom as well, how is she doing I read that she was having some success with battling Parkinson's disease. We wish you all the best.
Name: Caroline
Email:
Residing:
Date: 06/06/2005
Time: 09:34:41 AM
Thank you Iris for posting deceased members of your class:
No one's death comes to pass without making some impression, and those close to the deceased inherit part of the liberated soul and become richer in their humaneness. ~Herman Broch~
Somebody ought to tell us, right at the start of our lives, that we are dying. Then we might live life to the limit every minute of every day. Do it, I say, whatever you want to do, do it now........ ~Michael Landon~
May those that have made the journey before us Rest in Peace and the Light Perpetual Shine upon them.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 06/04/2005
Time: 08:59:35 PM
Caroline,
You are remembering Angelo Mattera. He was in the service and I believe he was killed in an auto accident soon after graduation from high school. He was really a nice gentleman kind of kid. We will always remember him in our hearts as a young 18 year old. Yes, Joan G. or Joan Guzek has a heart too big for her body. She does many things, as you mentioned, without any one aware of what she has done. Thanks for the kind words about the cruise. We would like input form others. As far as finances, we have set it up with the travel agent to be able to send a little each month until you meet the final cost. We realized many may not be able to afford to go, so that is why we gave ample notice of the date and decided to go in 2006 instead of 2005. That is another reason why we could not quote a price earlier. Thanks again, Love ya!
Name: Caroline
Email:
Residing:
Date: 06/04/2005
Time: 08:49:56 PM
Memorial Day has just passed and for many opened the doors to the summer season. In just afew weeks it will be the 4th of July and is considered the middle of summer. Yep, the middle of summer is upon us and we have yet to sit on the sandy beaches at the shore.
With that said, your reunion committee is trying to get a enjoyable trip planned for this class and all other guest who are interested.
August 5th is just around the corner for deposits. I am sure Iris would appreciate feed back regarding those still sitting at the edge of the water trying to decide if it is a yes or no for sailing. Let her know your thoughts. Let her know if your plans will include this cruise. Whether you have a positive or negative opinion of the cruise, this is where you can add your thoughts.
Many of us are on fixed incomes and just can't squeeze a trip out at this time. Many of us live in other states so it would mean added expense to fly to Philly then the trip and back home. Many of us are not well and hate to plan that far in advance. These are things that can be discussed.
Sometimes committee people try to keep memories alive by planning events, give them your input here, No one will be upset if you tell them you don't agree with the planned event. These are things they want to know. Tell them what you would like to plan if anything.
Iris, I won't be going on the cruise, 'cause I get seasick on a waterbed. I'd be hanging over the side of the ship all day. (hummmm, maybe I'd lose some weight if I did)..
I went on only one cruise, they had a Halloween dress up type evening. way back in the early 60's. I went as a potted palm. I won some type of award. I think a bottle. Then at the captains dinner go deathly ill from the toast. I had a drink of some sort and as a non drinker it sure did effect me. Between being seasick and high on the wine...ughhhhh. the porter gave me a ice bucket to carry around that evening. I guess he really got tired of carrying that big mop and water bucket around after me.
. Earlier I mentioned that Memorial Day has passed but in remembering I thought of a young man who is buried at Immaculate Heart of Mary Cemetery in the Soldiers Circle. I believe he was a member of your class. I only remember him as.. Angelo ... I remember him along with my Dad because Joan G. has never forgotten him, she would visit his grave each Memorial Day she was in town, during the Services held there.. So all these years later, through what war I am not sure, this young man who was a friend of Joan's is remembered...gone much to soon, much to young. It must have touched your young hearts to hear of of his Sacrifice. It did your classmates, she still remembers.
See how easy it is. Come on Wake up some memories, ...and I'm not even a classmate or a CHS graduate. I happen to know there are many more mates visiting than post...
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 06/04/2005
Time: 04:01:43 PM
Another classmate has passed away within the last week: Argyro Pipinos Giafes. We are thankful that we had the opportunity to spend some time with her at our 50th reunion.
Connie Skwirit has relocated to St. Petersburg Florida. She did notify Wanda Eddy Fairman of her new address.
All you class of 1954 people. We would like to hear from you in regard to the cruise. How about some comments on this page?
Name: Caroline
Email:
Residing:
Date: 05/27/2005
Time: 10:54:54 PM
Stan, see your keeping busy as usual. [Story link] and another Story
Are you in the Tournament this weekend?
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 05/24/2005
Time: 11:52:47 AM
Caroline,
Thank you.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 05/24/2005
Time: 08:37:54 AM
I have some sad news to report. Barbara "Buzz" Wiggins passed away the week of May 8, 2005. Buzz will be remembered by me and many as so full of fun and smiles. She always had a nice word to say.
Name: IRIS HOWETT MESSICK
Email:
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Date: 05/23/2005
Time: 06:30:06 PM
FINAL LEE! FINAL LEE! FINAL LEE! FINALLY!
CRUISE...CRUISE...CRUISE...CRUISE...CRUISE...CRUISE
CELEBRITY CRUISES (7 night sailing to Bermuda on the ZENITH from Cape Liberty.) Note:Sailings from Philadelphia begin in the summer months.
WHEN? MAY 20, 2006
All prices are based upon DOUBLE occupancy and include port charges, taxes, accomodations meals, and a complimentary cocktail party.
Ocean View Stateroom: $1,251.15pp Category 8 - Bashamas Deck
Inside State room $1,101.15pp Category 12 - Florida Deck
DEPOSIT DUE: $250.00pp must be received BY: August 5, 2005
FINAL PAYMENT: "DUE" March 1, 2006
TRIP PROTECTION is available at an ADDITIONAL COST. Airline arrangements available if needed.
Trip does NOT include transportation to the port at Cape Liberty AT THIS TIME. The travel agent is working with Celebrity and a transportation company. WATCH FOR FURTHER INFORMATION IN REGARD TO THIS.
PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED!!!!!!!!!!!!
You can take a virtual tour of the Zenith by going to www.celebrity.com
For DIRECT RESERVATIONS and further cruise information contact: Kathy or Lynne at Grand Destinations 757-548-8200 or 800-935-2929 E-Mail: knicholas@granddestinations.com or lklinger@granddestinations.com
ASK YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY AND PASS THE WORD TO CLASSMATES. WE WILL NOT BE SENDING OUT ANY INFORMATION IN THE MAIL!
Name: TPN (CHS 54)
Email:
Residing: Oxford, PA
Date: 05/23/2005
Time: 02:21:19 PM
Caroline....Ditto on the remarks of Dan, Iris and Wanda. After reading your last post, I detected a little fresh air being pumped into the site. Keep it coming!!!!
Name: Caroline
Email:
Residing:
Date: 05/21/2005
Time: 09:59:00 PM
The Class of '54 is a unique class, perhaps more so than most to me, you see, I have had the pleasure of knowing so many of you.
The emails I received when I returned home tonight were many. This tells me that, there are people that visit but do not post.
Are you aware that your class contributed to have this a continuing page for members to keep connected. This was a generous decision on the part of Wanda, Iris and the other committee people. They wanted a page that would keep interest in the wonderful memories you all have, they wanted a place for them to be documented. This is the place. A place for general news, happy or sad to be posted. Memory awakening thoughts to be shared. They are treasures.
Just don't read the posts of others, add your news here. Did you become a new grandma or grandpa. Did you go on an interesting vacation. Did you retire, than decide to go back to work, 'cause your were bored with so much of nothing to do. Share the good things of life ..as well as sad ones.
Classmate, don't leave the site, we all have moments where we wish we could take back words. But words are what are important. Words help us to grow. Each experience helps us to grow. If you have information and don't want to post yourself, send it to your committee people, Iris has her email on board, Wanda has hers on board also.
I have enjoyed Stans memories and adventures in life. I hope he continues to add them. Hope you did not suffer much damage to your boat during the storm recently. How did you fare yesterday. The streets in Cape May were flooded, so I assume you had some pretty big puddles in NC too.
Now for afew memories of my own to stir the pot:
I have a memory of one of your class members, on prom night she wore this beautiful gown, she had a cute cupie doll <Sp> in one arm and the corsage in the other. Always wanted to ask, was the doll a corsage too? In my minds eye, it sorta looked like a precious moments doll. Gosh were they around that long ago.
Then another memory hits me. Remember that little creature some of you had ...an invisible little man that did finger to finger talk and was even taken to the movies with you. What was his name. Pinky?
and i am sure some of you remember that little kid that wore cowboy boots to school each day. Sally Starr she was not. She was the little sister that wanted to go every where with your class.
Enjoy your site, it is really a pleasure to visit.
Name: Dan CHS54
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Date: 05/21/2005
Time: 06:19:00 PM
Caroline---No individual speaks for the Class of 54. I hope you will continue to share information that pertains to our class.
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Date: 05/21/2005
Time: 03:50:28 PM
Sorry I stirred up a hornet's nest over Marcus B. Didn't know he was persona non grata. Caroline, keep the interesting info. coming. all my fault so I'll bow out on the '54 site. So long
Name: Wanda Eddy Fairman
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Date: 05/19/2005
Time: 08:30:56 PM
Caroline, I had no idea who posted about Marcus and surely hope you will continue your good work on behalf of ours and all classes. Just wanted to state my opinion which I am sure is not that of some others.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Date: 05/19/2005
Time: 06:28:02 PM
Dear Caroline,
You have not offended any! Please re-consider and keep up the good work of keeping us advised. We would not know half of what is going on if it wer not for you. YUou do not have to apologize to any of the class of 1954.
Name: Caroline
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Date: 05/19/2005
Time: 06:06:36 PM
Dear Wanda:
I am sorry to have offended any member of this class or any other class or classmembers. It is and was not my intent.
I would not know of any internal reason not to add a article. ..and it would not be my business to know.
When an article appears naming members of any class and it is brought to my attention ...I for one add it to that school page. As a volunteer on this site, my only interest is keeping people informed about what has been written.
If my good intentions have caused any problem, I repeat I am sorry.
the goal here at this site is to share information about Chester people that others might enjoy reading.
I personally will no longer add information to the Class of CHS 54 school page.
Caroline
Name: Wanda Eddy Fairman
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Residing: Prospect Park
Date: 05/19/2005
Time: 02:48:58 PM
About all this stuff about how wonderful Marcus Belgrave is???????? We tried to find him for our reunion....and a lot of time was spent on this job. Just as we do for all those who we have not been able to find.....We found him. But he did not even have the courtesy to send the form back....EVER....I feel that he does not care about us as his classmates so why is such a big deal being made about him. I would rather see those who give a darn.
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Date: 05/18/2005
Time: 09:58:50 PM
When I get more information regarding the groups to perform at the next Jazz Fest. in Cape May (November) I will add it here. Perhaps if the group that MB plays with is scheduled,classmates could go to the show and give him some good 'ole Chester support.
If you have never been to the Jazz Festival and you enjoy good Jazz, it is very much worth the trip and Cape May is beautiful in November..as a matter of fact all year.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Date: 05/18/2005
Time: 03:28:09 PM
Classmate
It would be great to have Marcus play for us, however, he has NEVER responded to any of the information we have forwarded to him in the last 50 years.
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Date: 05/16/2005
Time: 08:17:50 PM
Jusr read that Marcus B played this weekend at Cape May Jazz Festival. Maybe we should ask him to come to the 55th and play for us
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Date: 05/15/2005
Time: 03:51:20 PM
you might want the following link for your computer index..They have added the Jazz Festival for 2005.
Photo link: http://community.webshots.com/album/343209557ARkjWM
The home page link ( which gives future schedules. They have another in November)
http://www.capemayjazz.com/main1.html
Name: Iris Messick
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Date: 05/15/2005
Time: 02:24:38 PM
Caroline,
Thanks for the lead on Marcus Belgrave. I was out of town and missed Ed Gebharts article so I copied the infor from here and will use it when the class of 1954 meets for their 55th year dinner.
Name: Caroline
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Date: 05/14/2005
Time: 05:37:41 PM
for those that did not see Ed's article here is the link.
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Date: 05/14/2005
Time: 09:32:40 AM
Read Gebheart's article on Marcus Belgrave. Anybody run into him recently???
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 03/29/2005
Time: 10:16:07 AM
That lady was mean and every one feared her. She hit me a couple of times with a broom. I deserved it for calling her names.
No BP or Sugar problems. I went into the hospital a year ago taking Zocor and thats all that I am taking now.
The rye bread from Buffalo was good but not as good as Luszkiewicz at 2nd and Highland. Kielbasa was as good as Price's.
We could talk more if you emailed me and wouldnt have to take the space up on this site. seajay@ec.rr.com
Havent been home for 3 years. Expect to go up on a business trip in the next few months. I get depressed whenvever I go thru the old neighborhood and havent seen it for 10 to 15 years or more.
Name: Old Neighbor
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Date: 03/28/2005
Time: 01:32:14 PM
Stan: I would like to keep my ID private, am not running from the law :) just like my privacy and I have found that that is impossible if but one person knows who you are and has your email address. Although as a kid I remember you could be trusted. That was a fine quality of character and it seems your character has taken giant steps over the years.
Keeping the tradition is really good for the kids and grandkids if one has them around. Did the rye bread taste like it use to? I know for years we bought ours from the Jewish section of Philadelphia when we lived in the area, but the original owners of the bakery sold and the new ones just can't seem to get it right. We also try to keep the tradition. We still set the table in the sign of the Passion and have our food blessed. (Even if its just the two of us) Years ago the Priest came to the house. Now we take it to a church about 20 miles away to have the Food Blessed. Did you have Babka? We had fresh kielbasa rather than smoked and I have to say, it was almost as tasty as I remember from Prices. Went back to getting the shank of a ham this year and it was not as dry and less salty and filled with flavor. One slice and thats it for me, like you I have heart problems and at present the BP is way out of control.
Remember your neighbor Marie. was that dark hair lady who was sorta robust her grandmother? I was so freightened of her that I rode my bike on the other side of the street then crossed over to yours.
Have you been down that way lately. A friend sent me photos since they tore down along the entire strip. Your house looks like it is still there. One day I have to get down that way and take a look.
Weso³ego Alleluja! Keep healty.
Name: Captain Stan "Stanman" Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 03/27/2005
Time: 06:29:43 AM
HAPPY EASTER.
Easter morning brings back a lot of memories at St. Hedwigs Church walking around outside the Church at 6 AM with our Communion Suits on, short pants, and freezing. Then home for the kielbasa that the Priest blessed on Saturday.
Bring back any memories?
People we met down here are from Buffalo, NY and just made a trip up there to bring back loaves of rye bread and home made kielbasa. That will be our Easter Dinner this year as we try and keep the tradition alive. Its been in the 70s down here and the fishing has been great. Have a wonderful day. Old Neighbor, please email me.
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Date: 03/25/2005
Time: 04:10:25 PM
no, yes, no
Name: Captain Stan "Stanman" Jarusinski
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Date: 03/22/2005
Time: 07:24:20 PM
Happy Easter to you too Old Neighbor. Email me when you get a chance. Make sure you show the topic as Old Neighbor or I will delete it.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Date: 03/19/2005
Time: 07:25:55 AM
Classmate 2
Would like to learn your identity. Regard to the "Pencil Pushers" They were the Commercial class girls. Dorothy Riggs drew the cat. We were so innocent in those days. If we were to select a name and an animal figure, I am certain that it would have been different! Give me a clue as to who you are. Did you attend the last re-union? Are you male or female? Are you from the West End?
Name: classmate 2
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Residing: NY State
Date: 03/19/2005
Time: 06:16:37 AM
Reviewing the archives I saw a post about the "Pencil Pushers" vaguely remember girls wearing a green jacket with a emblem on the back with a mouse or something holding a enlarged pencil. Does anyone remember what that group was about. Don't remember if it was a school group or sorority. Thanx just a passing memory in a old body and young mind.
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Date: 03/18/2005
Time: 04:59:30 PM
Stan that is really great news. Didn't they know you were not a ridge runner, but a kid from a city up north.
Just goes to show things happen when people get involved for what is good for the entire community. GRATULACJE!!!!!!
Name: Captain Stan "Stanman" Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 03/18/2005
Time: 11:07:49 AM
Update on the 3/3/05 Town Hall Meeting. The Fire Marshall closed the doors of the Civic Center when the crowd reached 718, 218 over capacity. 28 Speakers came to the podium.
On 3/8/05, 5 days after our Town Hall Meeting, we received $1,000,000 in Emergency Funds to keep our inlets open for 2005. Bogue Inlet, our Inlet received $300,000 for 2 dredgings.
We are now campaigning to get funding for Fiscal 2006 from the House and Senate Appropriations Comm. for Energy and Water. The Appr. Comm. will close the budget in November 2005.
If you are wondering, no, we would not have received funding had we not had the meeting.
We were the lead story on all 4 TV networks with 2 networks doing live feeds starting at 5 PM. A live radio talk show started at 5 and ended at 7 PM. One TV station had me do a 5 minute spot every hour for 24 hours in order to get the message out.
They thought our fishing club was a couple of rednecks sitting around drinking beer and talking about fishing. Did they ever get fooled.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Date: 03/18/2005
Time: 07:45:23 AM
To Classmate 2:
The Committee decided on a cruise to Bermuda. However, in addition to that I like your idea and WHENEVER we meet again I will present it to them. This may be a great idea for 2008.
Name: classmate 2
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Date: 03/18/2005
Time: 06:07:26 AM
Have you ever thought of a cruise down the Delaware. A recent trip on the Spirit of Philadelphia worked with the planners of the line for a evening jaunt proved to be loads of fun. Might be worth looking into.. and not as expensive as a full trip, yet a means to have a get to gether before growing much older. Just a suggestion since time is marching on faster and faster as each day passes lately.http://www.spiritcitycruises.com/corporate/index.html
Name: IRIS HOWETT MESSICK
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Date: 03/16/2005
Time: 08:13:52 AM
REGARD TO THE CRUISE: PRICES FOR 2006 HAVE NOT BEEN ISSUED TO DATE. WE ARE STILL WORKING ON IT WITH THE TRAVEL AGENT.
Name: Classmate 2
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Date: 03/16/2005
Time: 06:49:54 AM
any updates on the trip?
Name: Old Neighbor
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Date: 03/11/2005
Time: 08:22:46 AM
Stan: Really interesting reading. The fact that the force of public opinion came to the meeting is impressive. That is vital in keeping the flow of interest when trying to get something accomplished for the better of the whole not just the few.
The waterways of our nation play a major factor in its economy. Many small seafaring communities supply the world with good healthy food not just the large commercial fishermen. The pleasure seekers enjoy the relaxed feeling they get from business such as yours while keeping the economy flowing for the better. Good luck in this challenging project. This is a matter of interest and awareness for all areas that depend on a living from its waters. Glad you posted it.
Lucky for that neighborhood that a nice kid from Chester moved down there. Maybe you and your peers should have stayed in Chester. Can you imagine what Chester would have been like today if the great exodus did not happen in the 50's.
Keep healthy Stan. Glad to see your note..Have a Happy Easter if we do not meet like this again before then. :)
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 03/10/2005
Time: 05:37:12 PM
The Onslow Bay Saltwater Fishing Club had to delay its regular monthly meeting start time by an hour March 3 at the Swansboro Civic Center. That's because it hosted a “Save Our Inlets Town Meeting” so important it backed up traffic more than a mile along N.C. 24.
At stake was the lifeblood of several coastal communities, if not the entire state’s coastline. However, participants stressed that the issue isn’t local but will have an economic and safety impact felt to the upper peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
“There’s never been as much legislative power under on roof at the same time,” said Onslow Bay Saltwater Fishing Club President Stan Jarusinski, “We want to hear about problems and solutions, and we have to do something before May. But we need both short-term and long-term solutions.”
The problem is there is no federal or state money for dredging beyond this year for so-called “shallow-draft” inlets, including Bogue, New River, Carolina Beach, Topsail and Lockwood Folly inlets. More than two-dozen citizens addressed the panel of county commissioners, state representatives and representatives from the offices the state’s U.S. congressional delegation.
“In eastern North Carolina, two things drive our economy, tourism and the military,” said Scott Chadwick of the Swansboro Chamber of Commerce. “Our Swansboro Rotary Club King mackerel Tournament alone generates over $1 million to our economy every year. We need to know how many boats get stuck in the shoaled inlets. This is how you get things done.”
Allan Libby of Topsail Chamber of Commerce said resolutions had been passed by Carolina Beach, North Topsail Beach, Surf City, Jacksonville, Burgaw and many fishing clubs to support dredge funding. He also said N.C. House Resolution 494 was introduced March 4 by Reps. Justice, Stiller, McComas, and Wright urging Congress to appropriate funding to the Corps of Engineers for dredging the inlets.
“We need $234,000 for New River Inlet this year or it will be shoaled by tourist season,” he said. “We need $187,000 for New Topsail or it will be shoaled by July. We need these funds immediately. Then we need to solve the problem of long-term funding. When I woke up one morning and they pulled the buoys from New River Inlet, I thought, ‘Holy cow. What am I going to do now?’ ”
“I have had two boats going out of Bogue Inlet since 1969,” said Capt Lee Manning of Nancy Lee Charters. “There are over 4,000 boats going out of the inlet in a single summer. It’s my sole source of income. Our business is responsible for over $1 million in tourism when you consider things like motel rooms and food. I don’t even know if we can get out now. There’s only 5 feet of water.”
Shallow-draft inlets are dredged to a maximum depth of 8 feet. But when they fill so channel markers can't be maintained, the U.S. Coast Guard pulls the buoys. It has already happened at New River and Lockwood Folly inlets.
Bobby McConville, a Carolina Beach florist, fishes for fun at Carolina Beach Inlet.
“At our end of the beach, our growth has been very strong,” he said. “At every turn, there’s another increase in tax. People work hard. Government asks us to work, give, and pay more taxes. But we can’t afford to keep our inlets, our fishing — our access to the ocean. People have lake access, golf access. I think we’ve already paid for keeping Carolina Beach Inlet open with every sort of taxes.”
“The state is looking at buying a dredge that will probably be under the ferry program,” said Onslow County Sen. Harry Brown. "But it’s hard to convince anybody in Raleigh to spend money east if I-95.”
“Every year, there’s less money for waterways,” said Janet Bradbury, a representative of U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Dole’s office. “Sen. Dole has received a lot of emails and letters. But you are preaching to the choir. At the same time, it is important to make contact with senators and congressmen from outside coastal areas who are impacted. It will help your N.C. representatives serve you better.”
Government officials on the town meeting panel included Harry Brown, N.C. Sen. Onslow; Linda Clay, Carteret County Commissioner; Joe McLaughlin, Onslow County Commissioner; George Cleveland; N.C. Rep. Onslow; Russell Tucker, N.C. Rep. Onslow; Jean Preston, N.C. Rep. Onslow; Lionel Midgett, Chairman, Onslow County Commissioner; Martin Aragona, Onslow County Commissioner; Paul Buchanan, Onslow County Commissioner; Delma Collins, Onslow County Commissioner; Pat McElraft, Carteret County Commissioner; Ryan Rankin, Office of U.S. Senator Richard Burr; Janet Bradbury, Office of U.S. Senator Elizabeth Dole; Josh Bowlen, Office of U.S. Rep. Walter B. Jones; Mary Ellen Stevens Simpson, Office of N.C. Rep. Danny McComas; Tamara Jones, Policy Director, Office of Lt. Governor Beverly Purdue.
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Date: 02/24/2005
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Happy Birthday Iris
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Date: 02/17/2005
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Happy Birthday Wanda.
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Date: 02/05/2005
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Stan: great picture of you..your getting younger looking..must be that salt air and healthy heart regime your on. http://www.saltwatersportsman.com/saltwater/fishing/article/0,12746,584073,00.html
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Date: 02/04/2005
Time: 08:07:04 AM
Congratulations to Amy Prossor Jimison and Bob Jimison on their "Golden" wedding anniversary.
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Date: 02/03/2005
Time: 04:51:00 PM
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Date: 02/02/2005
Time: 10:09:50 AM
Stan: I went on OLNTV.com - to their program search. I assume there are no archived shows since when I typed in anytime -the following came up "that no search results found on the Onslow Bay Open." Thanks for the OLN link. Interesting.
Name: iRIS hOWETTmESSICK
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Date: 02/02/2005
Time: 09:55:28 AM
CONGRATULATIONS TO BETTY RATLIFF-MARTH AND MARTY MARTH FOR FIFTY YEARS OF MARRIAGE. eNOJOY YOUR CELEBRATION WITH YOUR FAMILY IN MEXICO.
Name: Bill Smith
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Residing: Wallingford,PA
Date: 02/01/2005
Time: 11:26:43 AM
Just wanted to day HELLO
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Date: 02/01/2005
Time: 06:54:53 AM
Stan, don't forget to add your link to the Sportsmens article when it comes out this month. I thought that a day fishing trip would make a fun outing for a group of classmates. Keep remembering the fishing boats during our Wildwood days, they took groups out for the day. Will look forward to your article. Onslow Bay http://www.fishska.com/tournamenttrail/2004news/01/onslow.asp
Name: Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 01/31/2005
Time: 07:27:31 PM
ON, can get 5, but prefer to fish 3. Watch OLN at 7 AM on Mondays for Fishin the Trail. They televised our tournament, the Onslow Bay Open.
Name: JAMES KING
Email: jamesblffcty@AOL.COM
Residing: BRISTOL TN 37618
Date: 01/27/2005
Time: 11:23:01 PM
THANKS JIM
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Date: 01/19/2005
Time: 10:32:45 AM
Stan: how many people fit on those fishing boats you do runs on.
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Date: 01/09/2005
Time: 07:36:39 PM
Iris H: I enjoyed reading your Christmas reflection. I remember your fathers displays and can remember watching Eugene make Christmas trees from pine cones of all sizes. I think he straightened out a paper clip and inserted it in the bottom of the cone, then bent the rest of the clip back to form a tree stand. Then snow was put on some of the tips. I think I remember brick crape paper around the bottom of the platform as a skirt and all kinds of wires running under there.
Giving your ornaments to your family while you can enjoy the pleasure of watching them receive it is a custom we should all borrow.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Date: 01/04/2005
Time: 09:05:17 AM
REGARD TO THE CRUISE: tHE TRAVEL AGENT IS STILL LOOKING INTO FINDING THE BEST RATE. AS OF TODAY CELEBRITY CRUISES IS ON THE HIGH SIDE. I WILL KEEP YOU POSTED.
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Date: 12/31/2004
Time: 07:33:26 AM
HAPPY NEW YEAR. Is there amyone out there who remembers Principal Jo-Jo at Smedley Jr. H.S. at the last assembly of 1949 telling us all that the new year will usher in the 2nd half of the 20th century and we wouldhave a great part in its future and success. Was it right?
Name: Caroline
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Date: 12/23/2004
Time: 09:34:59 PM
Dear Stan J:
Your Welcome.
Best wishes to all for a Blessed Christmas and healty, happy New Year.
Name: Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: NC
Date: 12/23/2004
Time: 06:39:53 AM
Thanks Caroline D for sending me the Obit. on Harold Luczak. I have already apologized to Debbie, I was unaware of his death.
Name: Stan Jarusinski
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Residing: NC
Date: 12/22/2004
Time: 06:01:30 PM
Debbie Luczak Hoffman.
Your Dad and I shot a lot of hoops at 4th & Ward at the Ukranian Club and at Jimmy Glessners house. He should remember me. Tell him I said Hi.
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Date: 12/20/2004
Time: 05:54:52 PM
Debbie Luczak Hoffman---So sorry to hear the sad news about your mother. i will keep her in my prayers. In regard to the Alcott girl, I brother was in our class. I know he was in my 9th grade science class. I believe he went elsewhere after 9th grade. I cannot recall his first name, but his face is very vivid in my memory.
Name: Debbie Luczak Hoffman
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Date: 12/20/2004
Time: 02:11:32 PM
Classmate (whoever you may be): Thanks for the kind words about my dad. I e-mailed you note to my mother who will very much appreciate it. Unfortunately, mom has been battling Parkinson's disease. In fact, she recently had Deep Brain Stimulation surgery to help relieve her symptoms. So far she has seen some pretty dramatic results! Anyway, thanks again. Debbie
Name: Captain Stanman
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: NC
Date: 12/20/2004
Time: 07:56:25 AM
Holy Cross, thats right.
Cruise entertainment was a member of the Lettermen and the Coasters. The Coasters brought back some pleasant memories.
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Date: 12/18/2004
Time: 06:22:37 PM
Was that Holy Cross dances?
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Date: 12/18/2004
Time: 02:21:35 PM
Hey, I know that guy that caught that Blue Tuna.
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: N. C.
Date: 12/18/2004
Time: 02:04:46 PM
Came to your rescue??????? You got me there. Guess that was my clue to learn who you are, well I'm still stumped.
Yes, I remember when Smokey was laid out. Their garage backed up to our yard. There were people in the house and out in the garage, a great showing for a guy that was in my young eyes, a HERO.
It was Captain Easy that lived at 2nd and Trainer. Cant remember his real name but he was Polish. I can remember the family, think there last name started with an M.
Lets save the space on this site and email me so we can reminisce. seajay@ec.rr.com
Merry Christmas To All and To All A Healthy and Prosperous New Year from a former West Ender.
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Date: 12/18/2004
Time: 01:46:06 PM
Yotty:
Its really good to hear that you are feeling good. You like so many of the "Old" South Chesterites have that good old fashion stock that won't allow you to give up. Na zdrowie!
Your mention is in 2nd paragraph here
Visiting other pages on this website. adding the link scroll down to Sloppy Joes pictures. http://oldchesterpa.com/business_restaurants_sandwich.htm
Did go to your website before it went down. You don't look 68 years old. I think you look as good now as that gallant young boy that came to my rescue when I was about 8 years old. Always thought you'd end up being a medic or something in that line. But you have done better, helping children. Thats proud.
That was the Alcott child that was murdered. Remember, many were not allowed to go around the Carnies after that with out older siblings. Took years to catch up with the killer.
Remember when Smokey was brought home and layed out? I thought the entire world was standing in line at his house for the viewing. What was his cousins name that was killed also? I think maybe a Bunk..I think they were cousins.
Often wondered if you got into the Scopes movies for free.
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinksi
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 12/18/2004
Time: 10:55:18 AM
Thanks for the heads up on the Gebhardt article. If one of you could send it to me, I would appreciate it, PO Box 1978, Swansboro, NC 28584.
Old Neighbor, wish I knew your real name, doing fine after the triple. About 95% now.
Just got back from a 12 day cruise in the Western Carribean, Aruba, Cost Rica, Panama Canal and one of my favorite places, Georgetown in the Caymans. Just love the clarity of the water there and in Curacao.
Salt Water Sportsman was here in October and did another "How to" article that will appear in their February 2005 issue.
Let me bring back some memories:
The first hogie shop, that I remember, at corner of 3rd and Highland, Darrs and Bomberger Drug Stores, the dances at the Catholic Church in Clifton Heights, Shoosters, drag racing on 322 while it was being built and after it was built, Honeysuckle Farm for ice cream.
The Carnivals in Trainer-remember the year the Alcott girl (think thats the name) was murdered? Several of us were at the Carnival that night.
My website is back up, www.captainstanman.us and will have 2 million visitors this year, and its all free. You have to join the Saltwater Forum to really see where the action is. A visit to The Library is recommended when you get on the Forum.
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Date: 12/17/2004
Time: 12:45:50 PM
Sorry thought this link was included about MB.
http://www.metrotimes.com/metropolis/sonic/artistprofile.asp?id=1916
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Date: 12/17/2004
Time: 12:24:13 PM
Another article with Marcus Belgrave mentioned: A special class indeed. More names that many will recognize.
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Date: 12/16/2004
Time: 10:37:58 AM
How about you "Vintage kids" that went to the reunion adding some pictues to your post. this is a free site other mates on other school pages used. Its free and easy to do. http://photos.yahoo.com/
Food from Heaven is always special. Happy Holidays one and all.
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Date: 12/16/2004
Time: 10:18:47 AM
But did you know that Ranger Joe was also produced in a building near 13th and Walnut--somewhere in that area. Frank Mitchell (now deceased) who worked there used to throw globs of the stuff out the window to us kids who would wait every day for our "manna from heaven."
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Date: 12/16/2004
Time: 08:08:36 AM
John, Thanks for the addition of Ranger Joe and Wirz. I remember walking along the railroad tracks 9which I was not permitted to do) an looking into the windows at the workers. I also recall the aroma emitted from Ranger Joe as we walked from Highland Avenue to Junior High School (Dewey-Mann). I never knew that Ranger Joe was the first sugar/honey coated cereal. Every day is a new learning experience.
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Date: 12/16/2004
Time: 07:58:56 AM
I am so glad to see that our page is being utilized. I am not certain, but I believe that Joe Sampson did attend Chester High School for a short period of time. It would be nice to know the names of our classmates wh submit entries on this page. How about some identification? Yodie, Wanda just gave me the Ed Gebhart write-up. We do not get the Sunday times--congratulations to you. To all you "Floridians" how about mailing your address to Wanda Eddy Fairman? This would give us an idea of about how many of our class reside in Florida--something to think about for the future.
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Date: 12/14/2004
Time: 01:33:17 PM
westend chs mates . who remembers RANGER JOE'S and a.h. wirz
[Editor's note: Be sure to click the links I added to your posting. - John]
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Date: 12/14/2004
Time: 10:28:24 AM
Was Joe Sampson in this class after Dewey School? I remember he went into the Navy (?)somewhere before graduation or just after. and Ray Cullis, amazing, can't remember my grandkids names half the time yet this site jars the noodle with names from 50 plus years ago. Love it. the only thing is that in those days we all had nicknames and forgot the first names of many.
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Date: 12/14/2004
Time: 08:10:43 AM
Debbie L. Hoffman: Your Dad was an unpretentious, decent fella' with a sense of humor and a kindly spirit. I had several classes at CHS with him. Last time I saw him was at Jean O'Connor's 50th birthday get-together somewhere in Broohaven (about 1986). He was his friendly, affable self. We were talking about "getting older" and physical limitations/health problems and I recall his saying what great shape his wife was in (your mother--he talked glowingly of her) and how he should take better care of himself. God bless him.
Name: Debbie Luczak Hoffman
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Date: 12/13/2004
Time: 04:03:54 PM
Caroline: No problem. I love seeing old pictures of my dad but I really don't think that's him. He was indeed a handsome, generous man and I miss him very much. But, his legacy lives on through my sisters and his six grandchildren. I actually had planned on bringing my mother to the Class of 1954 reunion but it was just too much for my mother. I would love for folks to regale me with stories about my dad during his younger days! I love looking at the Chester website. I was born there and often still go back to visit what's left of my family there. Unfortunately, much of those visits the past few years have included funerals. I still remember visiting my grandmother on Hayes Street and walking to the corner market. Or going to Easter or Christmas services at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church. Anyway, as I said, no apologies necessary. I'm just happy to know that folks remember my father fondly. Best, Debbie
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Date: 12/13/2004
Time: 12:07:56 PM
Stan: Congratulations on making Ed Gebhart's column and on all your accomplishments. You do the class of '54 PROUD
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Date: 12/12/2004
Time: 06:55:52 PM
Stan: although it is not upload yet on the Delco Times, check during the week ...Ed Gebhart did a nice article on you today. (Sunday 12/12).
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Date: 12/09/2004
Time: 08:57:13 AM
stan was that numbers joint at the barber shop or next door somewhere. Getting in any good fishing? really enjoy winter caught fresh fish. for some reason the cold waters add to the flavor for me.
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Date: 12/08/2004
Time: 06:56:55 PM
Pete D'Amato: We knew each other at CHS and saw each other for the last time at Jean O'Connor's 50th birthday get-together, Enjoy Florida--I have two brothers living there and my wife and I go down (near Clearwater) every January for a month or so
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Date: 12/08/2004
Time: 05:03:32 PM
I think the committee should hold the next big event in Florida. Looks like most of us are moving to the Sunshine state. Good luck with your move.
Name: PEDRO A. D'AMATO
Email: PEDROADAMA@AOL.COM
Residing: WLMINGTON, DE.
Date: 12/07/2004
Time: 06:55:46 PM
WILL BE MOVING TO BRADENTON, FL. 1/11/05
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Date: 12/01/2004
Time: 10:10:32 AM
Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas to all members of the class of "54
Name: Caroline
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Date: 11/28/2004
Time: 06:53:20 PM
Hello Debbie:
I am a volunteer on this site. At the Oldchester reunion many people brought wonderful treasures with many memories for us to scan and add to oldchesterpa. Unfortunately some have no identification and we try our best in getting them. Thats why it is on this CHS page.
One of the older people (I'm 64 so older than me) thought the young man in dress pants and sport jacket walking in the street (as your looking at the photo on the computer on the left) looked somewhat like your Dad. I showed the picture to several others hoping to get a correct ID and at least one other thought that it could be. Those that remembered your Dad, remembered him as a handsome young man, with a wonderful personality. Always willing to help anyone and very polite.
I am sorry if you were saddened by this question. Had it been your father, and I assume it is not as you would have been able to see him immediately, you would have appreciated seeing such a wonderful step back into such a happy time.
Again I am sorry if I brought saddness to your heart, you are Blessed to have the memories your Dad gave you. That is a gift.
Name: Debbie Luczak Hoffman
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Date: 11/28/2004
Time: 04:30:42 PM
<<Is that Harold Luzak? (sp) It said 1965, but looks earlier to me.>>
Harold Luczak was my father. I looked at the picture and I can't see who you think might be him. We moved to Illinois sometime in 1965 so if indeed that is 1965, it wouldn't be him.
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Date: 11/27/2004
Time: 10:02:15 AM
Actually I meant to ask, is that Chester High Band. Does anyone from band recogonize the uniform as theirs?
Thanks
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Date: 11/26/2004
Time: 08:44:16 AM
John has added a Christmas photo on the main page. It is of Chester Highs band with the Christmas lights. That man walking on the side. Is that Harold Luzak? (sp) It said 1965, but looks earlier to me.
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Date: 11/25/2004
Time: 07:35:50 AM
Stan are you saying that some of us kids were numbers runners in the "good" old days. :)
Bookies on the corners., who wooda thought.
See on TV where there is a problem with groups of young men gathering and playing poker. For money no less. Those reporters never came to South Chester. Who didn't play for money or smokes
Happy Thanksgiving to all.
Name: Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 11/24/2004
Time: 05:46:34 PM
Old Neighbor, Im doing terrific after a triple by pass at the end of March. Lost 25 lbs., a cinder block, and work out 3 to 5 days a week. I keep the cinder block near the outside entrance to remind me that I was carrying that thing around.
Name: Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 11/24/2004
Time: 05:42:48 PM
How about the place between Guzeks and Jadyks that sold adult beverages on Sunday?
The Bookie at 3rd and Highland where we used to drop the nos. every day on our way to school?
Lucyks candy store at 3rd and Highland?
The Martha Shop on 3rd St. near the Lyric where I worked after delivering the Chester Times in Highland Gardens for Ted Ottey?
Trainer Diner owned by the Bostics?
2nd St., (rte. 291) where we would hold our "Go Navy" signs as the Midshipmen and their families drove by on their way to the Army/Navy game? 291 was the main thorofare between Md. and Phila.
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Date: 11/24/2004
Time: 08:35:15 AM
Boy Stan you opened a lot of memory there with the candy store. Just remembering Mrs. Jadyk working in her garden in the back yard and the one across the street on booth. With her Bacha' type dress, her stockings rolled down to her ankles and the typical apron our grandmoms wore in those days. And her white head scarf with the big roses on it. Old Mr. Jadyk would have to tend the store when she worked outside or Mikey would come in from their house in the back of the store when it got to crowded with kids. Remember Mr. J. would get so engrossed in watching the checker games, Mike had to come in allot. And before most of the "gang" hung out there, our parents grew up and hung there too.
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Date: 11/24/2004
Time: 08:24:55 AM
Yes, Yotty. Jakyks candy store...remember the tables inside where you would sit and play checkers . the pitch a penny along the great brick wall. and some of the older guys with the bench along the wall strattling it and playing cards. The penny candy display and hand dipped ice cream. Thanks for the memory..
How are you feeling? Sounds like your back on your feet and moving forward. Keep happy and have a very Happy Thanksgiving.
Name: Brenda
Email: sailn2mystic@yahoo.com
Residing: Clearwater Florida
Date: 11/23/2004
Time: 11:52:34 AM
Hello, I am not sure if my father was in this class or if anyone remembers him from this class, His name was Joseph Keating, my children asked for information about thier grandfather and I am trying to put together information about him my oldest son looks alot like him, my father died when he was 43 and I was too young to ask the important questions I know he had a lot of friends that I grew to love and know but am having trouble finding them, I believe he was from the west end as a teenager and dated my mother Nancy McGowen from Notre Dame high school. Anyone who remembers him or has any information about him I would be grateful it is for my family and means alot to them and means more to me! thanks to all and have a great holiday!
Name: Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 11/22/2004
Time: 05:26:47 PM
I also want to add a belated birthday greeting to Joan Guzek. Hi Joan, write me sometime. Remember the gang from 2nd and Booth? What was the name of the candy store there. Too much water over the dam for me to recall. Jedyks?
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 11/22/2004
Time: 05:22:27 PM
The Southern Kingfish Association (SKA) the largest saltwater tournament trail in the world, held their 2004 National Championships and Awards in Biloxi, Ms. on 11/18/ thru 11/21/04.
The SKA recognized Captain Stan Jarusinski of Swansboro, NC known as “Captain Stanman” with their Annual Sportsmanship Award. Stan’s website, www.captainstanman.us is known as the “unofficial message board of the SKA.”
Jack Holmes, President of the 10,000 member organization presented the award at the Captains Meeting, attended by over 1,000 qualified participants.
President Holmes cited some of Stan’s contributions to the sport: an “how to” article on king mackerel fishing in the 2/04 issue of the the international Saltwater Sportsman magazine, his writings in weekly and monthly publications and for the Annual SKA Sanctioned King Mackerel Tournament he founded and directs.
In 4 years the volunteer Tournament raised over $56,000 for North Carolina Kids and $6500 to replenish the Onslow Bay Saltwater Fishing Club artificial reef. The reef replenishment project was also dedicated to him for his efforts on starting the Fishing Club in March of 2003 which now has over 500 members.
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Date: 10/18/2004
Time: 11:03:41 AM
Hi Classmates, The date for the cruise is confirmed: May 20,2006. We will have final information, with costs, after the first of the year (2005). We do know that it will be approximately $1,200.00/person, double occupancy. We hope that we will be departing from Philadelphia. If not, it will be New York, with our being "bused" from a central location near Chester. The cost may increase or decrease. We can pay on the installment plan, if you so desire, however final payment must be made by March 1,2006. We will dock right in Hamilton and the cruise line is Celebrity. This cruise is open to anyone you choose to invite. Hope to see you as we cruise past our old stomping grounds (Chester) on the way to Bermuda. How about passports?
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Date: 09/22/2004
Time: 10:00:56 AM
Add my Happy Birthday to Joan Guzek. Still "sweet 16"
Name: pete pitreniak
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Date: 09/18/2004
Time: 02:51:40 PM
id yourself former "chesterite" plz
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Date: 09/16/2004
Time: 01:42:11 PM
Pete P:
Glad to hear you are fine and that the anger of the weather did not reach you.
With more class members moving to FL maybe a trip to Disney should be planned for next year. They now gear group events toward the "young at Heart"
Enjoy the drink, I'll have one too. Shoveling snow is no fun I agree.
Take care and stay happy.
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Date: 09/16/2004
Time: 11:54:15 AM
i will probably never move back. right now never a dull moment. i learned a lot about the hurricanes and thier workings . it is quite fascinating. i'm keeping my fingers crossed that none of these storms ever hits here. this area "st.pete" has not had a direct hit in over 24 years. hope this holds true for many more years to come. as far as moving back is concerned i would rather spend my time drinking a manhattan than shoveling snow. have fun all.
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Date: 09/14/2004
Time: 06:27:42 AM
Pete D'Amato: Hi, you "Snowbird", hope all goes well for you and yours. Keep in touch with an address so that we can keep our files updated. Hope to see you in 2009. Glad you enjoyed yourself at the reunion. We are fortunate to have such willing classmates to serve on the committee. So, "We'll meet again..."
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Date: 09/13/2004
Time: 11:20:08 PM
Pete D'A: Just took the virtual tour through the Addison Model. then went over to the preserves and went through the Hampton and the Westoak II. Looks like a very nice community. Wish you loads of enjoyment in your new surroundings.
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Date: 09/13/2004
Time: 11:56:50 AM
Keep safe Pete, with some luck IVAN and any others will die out in the waters.
Name: PETE D'AMATO
Email: PEDROADAMA@AOL.COM
Residing: WILMINGTON DE.
Date: 09/13/2004
Time: 10:28:31 AM
I WILL BE MOVING TO "TARA AT THE PRESERVE" IN BRADENTON, BRADENTON IS NEXT DOOR TO SARASOTA ON THE WEST COAST.
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Date: 09/11/2004
Time: 03:47:11 PM
So when are you moving back Pete? PA only gets a little of everything and not much of anything.
Name: pete pietreniak
Email: flogger1936@aol.com
Residing: st. pete fla
Date: 09/11/2004
Time: 07:41:47 AM
there is no real alley anyplace in florida the whole state is one big huricane alley. just went trough charlie and francis now waiting for IVAN.
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Date: 09/11/2004
Time: 05:45:32 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOAN GUZEK
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Date: 08/27/2004
Time: 07:44:46 AM
Pete--best wishes on your move south. Where in Florida? Not in hurricane alley, I hope.
Name: PETE D'AMATO
Email: PEDROADAMA@AOL.COM
Residing: WILMINGTON,DE.
Date: 08/24/2004
Time: 11:36:41 AM
GREAT REUNION! WILL BE MOVING TO FLA. IN ABOUT 2 MO. SAME E-MAIL ADDRESS FOR NOW.
Name: Iris
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Date: 08/24/2004
Time: 08:18:13 AM
John, Thanks, wish you were there in high school! I could have used you. Dan, I find the computer much faster than the blackboard.
Name: Dan CHS 54
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Residing: Milford
Date: 07/27/2004
Time: 04:14:32 PM
To Wanda who always chastised me in the nicest way for not attending reunions--congratulations. Being honored by your community, is certainly an achievement. To Iris--when did Dr Jordan ever forgive anyone. Now go to the blackboard and write all of your mistakes 50 times each.
Name: Iris Messick
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Date: 07/27/2004
Time: 03:36:41 PM
Ooops! A lot of mistakes in the previous message. Forgive me Dr. Jordan. The thoughts went faster than the fingers.
[Editor's note - No problem Iris, only a couple that I noticed so I got them fixed for you before Dr. Jordan finds out! <grin> - John]
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Date: 07/27/2004
Time: 03:34:56 PM
Wanda Eddy Fairman has been like a sister to me for Sixty two years. It is about time that she received recognition. All through High School she was the motivator behind several of us to become involved in various clubs, etc. Always the quiet one, asking for no recognition in return. She is always there when needed and one never has to ask! Hats off to my dear friend! She is certainly greatly over due for recognition from her community!
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Date: 07/23/2004
Time: 06:29:40 PM
Let me add my congratulations to WANDA!!!
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Date: 07/22/2004
Time: 09:30:40 PM
oops...thats WOMAN OF THE YEAR..
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Date: 07/22/2004
Time: 06:39:25 PM
WANDA EDDY FAIRMAN CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!
Named Prospect Park *** FEMALE OF THE YEAR ***
Wanda has been a lifelong volunteer in Prospect Park. Each year The Boro names a man and woman to receive the honor. She is presently a volunteer at the public library. A well deserved honor finally recognized. You see Wanda has volunteered in one capacity or another for over 40 years.
Wanda Congratulations again. You are a person that never Blew their own horn and quietly did what you had to do for your community, family and I am sure your God. God keep you well.
Name: Dan CHS 54
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Residing: Milford, De
Date: 07/17/2004
Time: 01:36:06 PM
To ??- 56 would probably be correct. Michigan State got a great player and a great manager in one package.
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Date: 07/16/2004
Time: 05:53:09 PM
Captain Stanman:
Stan how are you? Its been several months since your heart attack and since you have dropped in to let your classmates know whats up.
I tried to connect to your website..It is down.
Are you doing any more articles or are they on the back burner for now.
As a kid I remember you always had a happy out look about life, todays doctors say that is a good %age of healing ones body. Stay Heart Healthy.
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Date: 07/16/2004
Time: 04:59:16 PM
Dan if ever a column should be written, it should be about Costa. Ed Gebhart where are yea! I'll sharpen your pencil since you don't key in on the computer. I think I mis typed the year below. It probably was 1956 after they were graduated from CHS and at Michigan State. I never went to CHS but knew Costa and his good friend Horace-- both were very nice young men and a credit to their families even as teens. As John would say, Let Light Perpetual Shine upon them.
Do you think Costa and Horace have started a team upstairs.. If you hear a lot of boom booms one night, it might be someone practicing.
Name: Dan McGinniss
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Residing: Milford, DE
Date: 07/16/2004
Time: 03:14:47 PM
Iris--Ditto to Kenny. Costa was a good person and truly considerate. There aren't alot of people about whom that is true.
Name: Iris Messick
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Date: 07/13/2004
Time: 09:43:16 AM
To whomever left the message for Kenny Miller, I will see that he gets it. I do not know if he connects to this page. Also, in regard to Richard Smith, the Reunion committee would also like a lead on him. Pass the word to calssmates to refer to this page for further class information.
Again, in September we will be discussing a cruise. No information will be forwarded except by word of mouth and on this website.
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Date: 07/10/2004
Time: 05:42:16 PM
To Kenny Miller: Saw that your brother Costa has died. Last time I saw him was fall of 1954 when he, Horace and Lenny came in from Michigan State. Always the gentlemen. My condolence to your family.
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Date: 07/10/2004
Time: 11:35:04 AM
anyone know what ever happened to Richard Smith--He was a track star from the class of '54 (distance runner I believe)
Name: pete
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Date: 05/31/2004
Time: 03:47:18 PM
screen name change
Name: Dan CHS54
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Residing: Milford, DE
Date: 05/25/2004
Time: 06:03:11 PM
Caroline--Some who kicked up their heels are still there waiting for them to come down. If the cruise is on the Wilson Line, I'm ready. The Reunion Committee did all the work and we had a great time. For some of them it was 50 years of work, much appreciated. I hope to see you and others in Oct if Chester Creek doesn't rise again.
Name: Caroline
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Date: 05/25/2004
Time: 03:17:29 PM
Hello Betty: Hi Dan :>)
Joan gave me your messages. Sorry I could not have been there to see you. Bet you were on that dance floor kicking up your heels to that 50's music. Did some of those old Bandstand moves come back into style. Hope to see you at the OCP reunion in October. God willing. Wish it were sooner.
I heard your reunion committee did a bang up job. Now I see plans for a trip. Hey, you guys deserve to enjoy these years and thankfully have a group of dedicated classmates that are trying to make that happen.
Name: Caroline
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Date: 05/19/2004
Time: 07:16:37 PM
Dear Iris: A suggestion which has helped other classes pass the message on is the FWD email. What was done in one instance for those that do not open fwds was to put in the subject box: Class of " " Newsletter. Then in the body invite all to fwd the note to anyone that they know with a email address from the class or the class members family members. This way all bases are covered and the word gets out. End with: you are invited and encouraged to keep in touch at: http://www.oldchesterpa.com/chs_54_reunion.htm
The first one could start with the list you have and put a teaser in about the trip to perk the interest in visiting the site. Then keep it moving form there.
Name: TPN (CHS 54)
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Residing: Oxford, PA
Date: 05/19/2004
Time: 07:49:22 AM
I have already started packing!!!! (Even bought extra sun screen lotion)......TPN.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Date: 05/17/2004
Time: 05:42:02 PM
To the Class of 1954: The Reunion Committee is planning a cruise to Bermuda out of Philadelphia. The date chosen is June 2006. Watch this website for more information. We believe the more the merrier! Please get the word out and remind people to use this page. Thanks to all.
Name: Caroline
Email: CarolineOCPA@netscape.net
Residing: Research OCPA
Date: 05/11/2004
Time: 04:42:55 PM
Dear Pete:
When requesting addresses of folks you have not seen in many years or heard from, all parties must agree to the connection. All one can do is pass the message on to any address they might have and then hope for the best.
In my case I get not less then 10 requests a month asking if I know about one thing or another. I do try to answer requests from school children ASAP as many are regarding school projects, yet it takes several days to a week or two in many instances. Sometimes I do not get on the computer for weeks as I am busy with other projects. Often computer crash and one may be off line for months. Once your request is received, please allow time for someone to fwd. and receive the information. Don't forget these members of your class have been working their butts off to make a memorable 50th class reunion for many. It does not end with the night of the reunion, there is much that needs to be followed up after. Be patient I am sure that when time allows you will get an answer.
Please don't be offended by my two cents worth, I just thought it might help.
Peace and Blessings
Name: pete
Email: epietren@aol.com
Residing: st. petersburg, fla.
Date: 05/10/2004
Time: 04:19:42 PM
iris
i want to thank you for the help you tried give me. i have sent wanda two e-mails and so far no response and this is over a period of a month. the last was sent right after you told me to contact her. well my quest will go unanswerd, but thanks for your help anyway. greatly appreciated. oh yes say hi to jules for me. i knew him from his
westend days. thanks again.
pete
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Date: 05/07/2004
Time: 08:13:33 PM
Stan: Is your Mom doing well. Is she still in PA or with you. and Andy is he still around.
Does your in-laws still live in Ridley Park? Tell them to save you the Town Talk from this week. It has a little article about the Chester Teen baseball league and your name appears in it along with others.
Name: Captain Stanman
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 05/07/2004
Time: 07:16:08 PM
Healing extremely well. Started cardiac rehab this week.
My Father had 9 heart attacks, Mom is still alive at 93. With high cholesterol I knew I inherited my Fathers genes and have been dieting and taking Zocor for over 20 years. Knew that one day it would happen and it did. Thank God I was at home and was in the Hospital stabilized within 3 hours. NO heart damage.
Thanks for all of your get well wishes. See you in 2009.
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Date: 05/06/2004
Time: 01:05:45 PM
Stan: Just wondering how your doing since you last wrote on the "Welcome" page. Try to take things slow. Difficult yes, but not impossible. Take care, be heart smart.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
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Date: 05/03/2004
Time: 12:38:05 PM
Stan, so glad to hear that all is well with you. Let someone else haul in the "big" ones. You just sit back and relax. Hope to see you at the next one. Keep in touch via this page. Hopefully, it will catch one and others will join us with updated news. Hopefully they will submit their names. Jule had a heart attack when he was 40 ( several years ago-more like 30), a valve replacement, a triple by-pass and several "roto rooters". He is going strong and golfs frequently.
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Date: 05/02/2004
Time: 04:30:42 PM
Stan: Glad things went well with the surgery. Hope you're out on the water soon
Name: old neighbor
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Date: 05/02/2004
Time: 01:47:29 PM
Stan (Yottie) Glad that you survived the attack and were able to have prompt treatment. It is amazing how those that we would never think would, are hit by heart disease. Hopefully you will recoup soon and be back doing what you love. God Bless and Keep you well. The following is for those of us that wish to remain young and healthy at heart. The link is informative, but the best link to keeping a healthy and younger heart is to check with you doctor on a regular base. God Bless and Keep you well and writing. http://www.heartcenteronline.com/The_Heart_Attack_Center.html?WT.srch=1
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 05/02/2004
Time: 11:30:38 AM
I could not attend the 50th due to a previous commitment, American Kennel Club Contract to Judge in Maryland. That assignment was cancelled when I had a heart attack on 3/20/04 and had a triple by pass on 3/24/04, so either way I couldn't attend.
Sounds like the evening went well and I thought of y'all several times that evening. May God watch over all of us in order for all of us to be around in 2009.
God Bless.
Stan. www.captainstanman.com
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 05/01/2004
Time: 04:31:26 PM
To the class of 1954. If you move within the next five years, please log on with and E-mail address or your forwarding address so that we can contact you in 2009. Thanks
Name: Iris
Email:
Residing:
Date: 05/01/2004
Time: 04:29:57 PM
Pete, Wanda has all the addresses of classmates. E-Mail her at BillDFair@AOL.com.
Name: pete
Email:
Residing:
Date: 05/01/2004
Time: 09:49:04 AM
iris: the few people i have heard from said the reunion was a great success. i just wish i could have attended. if my daughter doesn't get married again and the address in fla. is used i will attend . i'm still looking for chester wojiehowski ( walker) and marianne palmer, is there any way or any suggestions u can give on how to find them. i would really appreciate it. thank you pete
Name: Dan
Email: danm@1954dmv.com
Residing: Milford, DE
Date: 05/01/2004
Time: 12:23:46 AM
Since Anonymous has asked for my opinion as 1 of the 129, for me the night was a pleasure from beginning to end. We should all be grateful to those who provided this opportunity for us to get together again in such a comfortable atmosphere. I'm sorry to say the evening did not result in a week's vacation for me. Since retirement, I'm no longer entitled to a vacation. Now I take "holidays". I'm sorry I didn't get to see everyone that night. I'll try to do better in 2009.
Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 04/29/2004
Time: 08:59:46 AM
Come on Dan give us your account of the reunion. Don't tell us that the class danced so much all night that everyone had to take a weeks vacation to recoup. This was the Golden Reunion of All Goldens.
Name: Iria
Email:
Residing:
Date: 04/27/2004
Time: 08:13:24 AM
There were 204 people present, of which 129 were classmates. All comments to me were positive and that everyone had a good time. I could not believe that the dance floor was always occupied. The results of the voting for the future was that we will meet again in 5 years (April 25, 2009) for a dinner. The night ended with only classmates on the dance floor and overhead balloons were released and Mardi Gra type necklaces were thrown to the crowd. This was followed by the song "We'll meet again, don't know where don't know when..." and ended with the singing of the Alma Mater. Sounded pretty good for "YOUNG old timers". P.S., How about a name when you log on?
Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 04/26/2004
Time: 07:00:24 PM
SO HOW WAS THE REUNION.
Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 04/24/2004
Time: 12:41:13 PM
I hope you enjoy this..although not about CHS it could be.. :)
Class Reunion -- by Jim C. Carpenter - Copyright 1993 -- rcb404@bankrcb.net
I read an ad in the paper one day In the Dallas Morning News (note: oldchester newsstand) All about my class reunion in A town near Santa Cruz (note: Chester, PA)
I tried to decide if I should go To meet my friends and peers And see how classmates from the past Had aged in all these years
I finally resolved that I should go And see what I could see And meet my friends from the senior class Of nineteen fifty-three
I rented a tux and a black toupee Then brushed my shoes and hair I trimmed my mustache and my beard And changed my under wear
I emptied the bottle of after shave And rented a limousine I brushed my teeth with Ultra-Bright Then gargled some listerine
I soon arrived in splendid form With a flower on my chest Sporting a rented diamond ring And smelling my very best
Now I was dressed in the finest garb Like a monarch at a feast When I discovered that no one there Seemed familiar in the least
Well not a soul remembered me And my heart dropped to the floor When I remembered that I was in The class of fifty-four
Name: Iris
Email:
Residing:
Date: 04/24/2004
Time: 10:05:40 AM
To the class of 1954. We'll see you tonight! Come prepared to enjoy yourselves!
Name: pete
Email:
Residing:
Date: 04/23/2004
Time: 04:55:21 PM
iris: i sure as hell will try my damndest to attend. it was a shame my daughter decided to remarry down here in florida. i was out voted on which affair to attend. so be it. good health to all and good luck
Name: Iris
Email:
Residing:
Date: 04/23/2004
Time: 07:59:56 AM
Pete, thanks again. Perhaps you can attend the next class function--whatever that will be.
Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 04/09/2004
Time: 09:36:22 AM
May this Holy season be a joyous one for all.
Name: Iris
Email:
Residing:
Date: 04/09/2004
Time: 08:52:23 AM
To the Class of 1954: We are ready to roll and rock, of course. See you all on the 24th. Please note: No one admitted without admission. Sorry, we cannot handle anymore people per the fire code.
Name: iris
Email:
Residing:
Date: 04/02/2004
Time: 01:23:55 PM
Debbie thank you for the reply. Your Dad was a great guy. We will have a special "memoriam" for him and he is surely missed by his class of 1954. Give your best to your Mom and tell her that we all fully understand her feelings.
Name: Debbie Luczak Hoffman
Email: saraken@aol.com
Residing:
Date: 04/01/2004
Time: 02:52:59 PM
Despite my best efforts, my mother won't be attending my dad's 50th reunion. It's been 3 years since dad (Harold Luczak) passed away and mom feels she wouldn't be able to emotionally handle being around dad's friends and classmates. I was looking forward to meeting you all. C'est la vie. Have a wonderful time and I know my dad will be there in spirit.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 03/28/2004
Time: 01:28:49 PM
We extended the "cut off" date as of April 04, 2004. None will be accepted after this date.
Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 03/26/2004
Time: 06:46:03 PM
you have a cut off number, but what is the cut off date for those that are still deciding.
Name: IRIS HOWETT MESSICK
Email:
Residing:
Date: 03/26/2004
Time: 01:53:48 PM
CLASSMATES--TO DATE WE HAVE A TOTAL OF 193 ATTENDING THE REUNION. OF THIS COUNT, 124 ARE CLASSMATES. WE HAVE 8 FIRST TIMERS. APRIL 24, 2004 WILL BE HERE BEFORE WE KNOW IT. THE CUT OFF NUMBER IS 208. WE CANNOT ACCEPT ANYMORE AFTER THIS NUMBER BECAUSE OF FIRE REGULATIONS. IF INTERESTED CONTACT WANDA EDDY FAIRMAN: BILLDFAIR@AOL.COM
Name: Another class mate
Email: Why not add our names?
Residing: cyber space
Date: 03/24/2004
Time: 09:37:36 PM
come on now, after 50 years don't you think Stan is stong enough to laugh at a remark like that one that was removed. He always had a great smile and sense of humor. He probably got a laugh out of it. I would think he was big enough to have laughed out loud. After All, isn't he the one that gets the last laugh. He is the one thats being published and read nationwide.
Name: CHS 54 Classmate
Email:
Residing: PA
Date: 03/24/2004
Time: 08:11:42 PM
Stan....Ditto to the post from one of our classmates. Always glad to here exploits of "Local boy makes good". Keep it up and keep us posted.
Name: classmate
Email:
Residing:
Date: 03/24/2004
Time: 10:54:50 AM
Capt. Jarusinski: Always delighted to hear about a '54 graduate who has excelled. Congratulations and thanks for letting us all know. You add the the pride of the class of 1954
Name: IRIS HOWETT MESSICK
Email:
Residing:
Date: 03/19/2004
Time: 08:31:11 PM
JOHN, THANK YOU!
Name: Iris
Email:
Residing:
Date: 03/19/2004
Time: 09:03:08 AM
Please, this site was set up to hear about all of our classmates. It was not set up for the purpose of nasty remarks. At our Reunion meeting, the nasty remark was discussed and the general consensus was that it was not appreciated.
[Editor's note: In the spirit of the feelings expressed by the reunion committee, I have removed the comments from the page. - John]
Name: Iris
Email:
Residing:
Date: 03/14/2004
Time: 07:45:06 AM
Stan, Thanks for the update. Sorry you can not attend the reunion--I think it will be really a celebration!
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 03/10/2004
Time: 07:40:14 PM
Another National Publication, Sportfishing Mag., called me from Brazil, spent over an hour on the phone with them. Contributing Editor to an article by Andy Hahn, should be in the April 2004 issue.
Name: Iris
Email:
Residing:
Date: 03/03/2004
Time: 03:47:20 PM
Margaret, thank you for the information in regard to the death of Lorraine Gilmartin. I recall what a nice sweet girl she was. I imagine she was your friend. For myself, and on behalf of the Reunion Committee, I send our condolances.
Name: margaret small guyer
Email: mdguyer@peoplepc.com
Residing: ronks pa
Date: 02/29/2004
Time: 11:26:35 AM
Lorraine Gilmartin McDonald is deceased.
Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 02/24/2004
Time: 12:29:36 PM
Happy Birthday Iris.
Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 02/22/2004
Time: 10:06:55 PM
This is the article regarding the class of '54 from the Delco Daily Times.
Name: Iris
Email:
Residing:
Date: 02/20/2004
Time: 09:12:51 AM
Sad News, Dorothy Riggs a sweet quiet and artistically talented classmate, passed away about a month ago. She will be missed.
Name: gene"pete" pietreniak
Email: epietren@ aol.com
Residing: saint petersburg, fla.
Date: 02/19/2004
Time: 04:01:07 PM
hi all! i really wish i could say i would attend the big "50", but alas due to the reliability of the u.s. post i just received the notice a month ago.due to a prior commitment {family visitation or vacation} on the date of the reunion. spunging of mom and dad.reading the list of sign ins stirred some pleasant memories. would like to know the what happened to chester wojchiehowski{walker} alan norton, and marianne palmer. hope to hear from others . have a great time.
Name: eugene "pete" pietreniak
Email: epietren@ aol.com
Residing: saint petersburg, fla
Date: 02/19/2004
Time: 03:13:01 PM
hi all, still living. would have like to attend the reunion but alas due to the efficeincy of the u.s. mail,i just got my notice of the reunion a month ago. it was rerouted from my old adress. i really would have liked to attend but have a previous commitment. fammily visiting dad in florida. i really would like to find out about friends. marieanne palmer, chester wojiechowski {spelling?} now chester walker, alan norton,and don hubickey---ooops just found him . hi all and have fun
Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 02/16/2004
Time: 09:42:23 PM
Happy Birthday Wanda E
Name: Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 02/08/2004
Time: 06:46:28 PM
It is in the February 2004 issue.
Name: Captain Stan Jarusiski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 02/08/2004
Time: 06:45:06 PM
Guess you cant believe everything you read. You know what school I went to.
Name: iris h. messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 02/07/2004
Time: 02:47:38 PM
Hi Stan, I did not read far enough. I copied the article and will post it at the reunion. Sorry you cannot attend.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 02/07/2004
Time: 02:42:32 PM
Hi Stan Jarusinski, Which month is the article written about you? I have a question, Ed Gebhart did an article on you and stated that you graduated from St. James. Can you please clarify this for me?
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 02/07/2004
Time: 01:59:01 PM
The Saltwater Sportsman a National Publication just did an article on this West End Boy, go to http://www.saltwatersportsman.com/saltwater/fishing/article/0,12746,584073,00.html to read the complete article that appeard in their Feb. 2004 issue.
Name: IRIS HOWETT MESSICK
Email:
Residing:
Date: 02/06/2004
Time: 03:58:48 PM
Sad news, our classmate, Dorothy Riggs passed away a few weeks ago. She is well remembered and will be missed.
Name: Anderson, Donald
Email: frcdon@aol.com
Residing: Claymont,DE
Date: 02/01/2004
Time: 04:48:03 PM
Name: TED keating
Email: marian357@aol com
Residing: Leesberg Fl.
Date: 01/20/2004
Time: 10:34:11 AM
I will attend .Sorry to get back so late,but as an old man I forgot.Thanks again to all who did all the work.
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 12/9/2003
Time: 6:25:06 PM
Sorry I cant attend the 50th. This past summer I contracted by the AKC to judge the South Atlantic Derby Championships in Md. the same weekend. Have a great time, I will be thinking of you.
Name: Joanne Moe Thornton
Email: JoMoe13@aol.com
Residing: Magnolia ,De.
Date: 12/1/2003
Time: 8:31:40 PM
HI YES I WILL BE AT THE PARTY IF GOD'S WILLING 4 SURE..MY SIDE KICK FREDA WILL BE IN MY HEART THERE ALSO.. Joanne ( Bun )
Name: Richard Fawcett
Email: rfawcett@myeastern.com
Residing: CT
Date: 11/26/2003
Time: 8:43:12 AM
I was in the USAF with a Vito Vispi in the '50's. If this is the same person I'd like to get in touch with him.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email:
Residing:
Date: 11/14/2003
Time: 8:19:31 AM
To Ethel Stinson, So glad that you will be attending. Check out my message for 10/09/03. asee you in April. Can you help out with anyone on the Missing List?
Name: ETHEL STINTSON
Email: LDCRWS@AOL.COM
Residing: PA
Date: 11/8/2003
Time: 8:01:52 PM
1146 SPRUCE STREET. CHESTER, PA. LOOKING FORWARD TO SOME REUNION NEWS.
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 10/26/2003
Time: 7:44:45 PM
The kid from Trainer St. will have an article in a National Fishing Magazine, Saltwater Sportsman. They spent 2 days with me researching the article and even took them fishing and caught a 22# King Mackerel to top off the article. Watch for the January 2004 edition of Saltwater Sportsman.
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 10/26/2003
Time: 7:44:30 PM
The kid from Trainer St. will have an article in a National Fishing Magazine, Saltwater Sportsman. They spent 2 days with me researching the article and even took them fishing and caught a 22# King Mackerel to top off the article. Watch for the January 2004 edition of Saltwater Sportsman.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email: Iris@ICDD.com
Residing:
Date: 10/25/2003
Time: 11:24:00 AM
Thanks to whomever gave us the lead on Frank Nardone.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email: Iris@ICDD.com
Residing:
Date: 10/25/2003
Time: 11:23:48 AM
Thanks to whomever gave us the lead on Frank Nardone.
Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 10/20/2003
Time: 7:56:05 PM
Franks son owns Colonial Market on McDade Blvd. in Folsom. Frank retired to Florida a year or two ago last I heard. Franks son I believe is also the butcher. Hope this helps.
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email: Iris@icdd.com
Residing:
Date: 10/18/2003
Time: 10:43:45 AM
Looking for Frank Nardone: Does anyone know his address? If so, contact Wanda Eddy Fairman at: BillDFair@aol.com
Name: Iris Howett Mesick
Email: Iris@ICDD.com
Residing:
Date: 10/9/2003
Time: 11:57:51 AM
50th Reunion: April 24, 2004 at the Ramada Inn, in Essington, Pa. There are two ticket plans: Plan "A" is for Dinner and Dance: Donation: $50.00 Plan "B" is for Dinner and Brunch: Donation: $65.00 Letters were mailed on October 9, 2003. If you do not receive one, contact Wanda Eddy Fairman at: BillDFair@aol.com. See you in April
Name: Iris Howett Mesick
Email: Iris@ICDD.com
Residing:
Date: 10/9/2003
Time: 11:56:28 AM
%oth Reunion: April 24, 2004 at the Ramada Inn, in Essington, Pa. There are two ticket plans: Plan "A" is for Dinner and Dance: Donation: $50.00 Plan "B" is for Dinner and Brunch: Donation: $65.00 Letters were mailed on October 9, 2003. If you do not receive one, contact Wanda Eddy Fairman at: BillDFair@aol.com. See you in April
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email: Iris@ICDD.com
Residing:
Date: 10/9/2003
Time: 11:40:45 AM
Plans are finalized for April 24, 2004 at the Ramada Inn in Essington, Pa. There are two plans, therefore, two different donations:
Name: Iris Howett Messick
Email: Iris@ICDD.com
Residing:
Date: 9/28/2003
Time: 2:34:43 PM
Joan Watson, Bill Autro and Clara Hollis,
Wanda Eddy Fairman will be contacting you for current addresses.
Name: CLARA HOLLIS
Email: CAHOLLIS@COMCAST.NET
Residing: WILMINGTON, DE
Date: 9/26/2003
Time: 2:18:17 PM
Name: C. W. "BILL" AUTRO
Email: cwautro@aol.com
Residing: Green Cove Sprins, Fl
Date: 9/20/2003
Time: 8:27:36 AM
Name: Joan (Watson) Short
Email: teas1d2@aol.com
Residing: Glasgow, Delaware
Date: 7/27/2003
Time: 9:00:31 PM
Fifty years out of school! Hope to make the class reunion. Look forward to seeing my classmates, most of whom I have not seem for fifty years.
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 5/31/2003
Time: 10:29:45 PM
Hope to make the 50th if I'm not fishing tournaments. Visit my website www.captainstanman.com it is now the busiest fishing website on the East Coast getting 4000 to 5000 visitors each day.
Name: Captain Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 5/31/2003
Time: 8:08:48 AM
Visit my website, www.captainstanman.com This site is the most active fishing site on the East Coast getting 4000 to 5000 visitors. My goal is to teach how to catch fish. This information is in the Library. Also go to the Photos page for fishing photos, notable is the 50# which won the National Championships and was the heaviest fish caught in competition by a 23 Class boat in 2002.
Name:
Email:
Residing:
Date: 4/20/2003
Time: 9:21:30 PM
Hi Wanda, My email address is wendyschmid@hotmail.com
Name: WandaCHS54
Email: Billdfair@aol.com
Residing: Prospect Park
Date: 4/19/2003
Time: 7:42:32 PM
To Wendy Schmidt,
Iris asked me to E-mail you, in reference to your parents. I tried the following e-mail: Wendyschmidt@hotmail.com, but could not get through to you. Could you please contact me at the above E-mail address?
Name: wendy schmid
Email: wendyschmid@hotmail,com
Residing: De.
Date: 4/11/2003
Time: 10:45:49 AM
My parents are Patty Helm and George Dower who are from the class of 1954. Please let me know about any reunion news and I'll pass on to them.
Name: IRIS HOWETT MESSICK
Email: IRIS @ ICDD.COM
Residing:
Date: 2/10/2003
Time: 8:35:50 PM
LADIES, WHEN YOU RESPOND PLEASE PUT YOUR MAIDEN NAME IN PARENTHESIS. TED AND ERNESTINE HOW ABOUT E-MILING ME YOUR HOME ADDRESS AND TELEPHONE NUMBER. E-MAIL ME AT IRIS@ICDD.COM. GOOD TO HEAR FROM YOU. THE COMMITTEE IS WORKING HARD AND HOPEFULLY IN THE NEAR FUTURE WE WILL HAVE PRICES FOR YOU. TO DATE THE RAMADA WILL NOT CONFIRM A PRICE FOR APRIL 2004. GOSH, IT WILL BE HERE BEFORE WE KNOW IT. WE ARE TRYING TO MAKE IT A GALA OCCASSION. HI, BETTY ALWAYS GOOD TO HEAR FROM YOU. BAD NEWS ARE IN STORE FOR MARILYN'S HUSBAND. I DO NOT WISH TO DISCUSS IT HERE. PERHAPS YOU MIGHT LIKE TO GIVE HER A CALL.
Name: Betty Ratliff Marth
Email: grambeme@aol.com
Residing: East Wenatchee, Wa.
Date: 2/7/2003
Time: 3:33:41 PM
I am really looking forward to seeing all of you again and to reminisce...haha...now, if I only knew how to spell that....oh well. Love to all, Betty
Name: Ernestine A.Anderson
Email: tankrider17@wmconnect.com
Residing: Chester,Pa.
Date: 2/5/2003
Time: 6:04:34 PM
Hello to all my former class mates.I hope life has treated you all well.
Name: TED KEATING
Email: MARIAN357@AOL.COM
Residing: LEESBERG FL.
Date: 1/3/2003
Time: 2:24:00 PM
Name: Iris Messick
Email: Iris@Icdd.com
Residing:
Date: 12/19/2002
Time: 10:07:30 AM
Sorry to have to report sad news, but the past few months have resulted in the deaths of Maryann Laukaitis and Sandra Bunker.
Name: Iris Messick
Email: Iris@ICDD.com
Residing: Wallingford, Pa.
Date: 12/19/2002
Time: 9:59:51 AM
To Ethel Stinson Crews Please E-mail your current address, phone number and E-mail address at Iris@ICDD.com---pass the word on about our reuinon page here. Prices are yet to be determined. Looking forward to seeing you again.
Name: Ethel (Stinson) Crews
Email:
Residing: Chester, PA
Date: 12/16/2002
Time: 6:24:25 PM
Hello to everyone, Enjoyed seeing classmates names on this web page. Looking forward to the reunion.
Name: Ed
Email:
Residing: Boothwyn Pa.
Date: 10/30/2002
Time: 8:54:49 PM
Caroline, Is Joan Guzek your sister?
Name: JOYCE (FARNAN)NOLAN
Email: JUDGEJ521@AOL.COM
Residing: WILMINGTON,DELAWARE
Date: 10/4/2002
Time: 4:06:09 PM
BETTY RATLIFF IS HERE VISITING HER MOM==WE ARE GOING TO THE 'GET TOGETHER' TOMORROW(OCT 5) AT N. BAPTIST CHURCH ON PROVIDENCE RD.
Name: Caroline
Email:
Residing:
Date: 9/28/2002
Time: 10:32:19 PM
To: JOE DUDECK, although I was not in your class, I hope to attend with my sister Joan. But I will tell you this, when you see Wanda, Iris and Joan, you will know them. They are all as beautiful as the day you graduated, the years have not turned changed them to much, they like fine wine have matured and have only gotten better.
Name: Stan Jarusinski
Email: seajay@ec.rr.com
Residing: Swansboro, N. C.
Date: 9/26/2002
Time: 8:15:44 AM
2 addresses: 135 Mill Creek Rd., Stella, N. C. 28582 and P. O. Box 1978, Swansboro, N. C. 28584.
Lets take a Cruise for our 50th.
Name: Iris Howett Messick "54"
Email: Iris@ICDD.com
Residing: Wallingford, Pa
Date: 9/21/2002
Time: 10:48:23 AM
To: Debbie Luczak Hoffman, Ray Tatarelli, Jerry Irwin
You will be E-mailed by Wanda Eddy Fairman as she is handling registrations. The date is April 24, 2004. Location: Ramada Inn, Essington. Keep checking this page for more information.
Name: Iris Howett Messick "54"
Email: Iris @ICDD.com
Residing: Wallingford, Pa.
Date: 9/21/2002
Time: 10:41:21 AM
To: Debbie Luczak Hoffman Ray Tatarelli Jerry Irwin
Keep checking our class page. You will also be E-mailed from Wanda Eddy Fairman who will be handling the registrations for our 50th Reunion. Information will be posted at a later date. We know that the date is April 24, 2004 and the location will be the Ramada Inn in Essington.
Name: Debbie Luczak Hoffman
Email: saraken@aol.com
Residing:
Date: 9/19/2002
Time: 2:47:49 PM
My dad (Hal "Pogo" Luczak) was hoping to make it to his 50th but in his honor I'm hoping to show up with my mom to meet my dad's old friends.
Name: ray tatarelli
Email: grumpy36@aol.com
Residing: ridley park,pa
Date: 6/15/2002
Time: 10:42:21 AM
Name: jerry Irwin
Email: redtop652aol
Residing: wilmington De
Date: 6/6/2002
Time: 8:34:09 AM
Name: Don Hubickey
Email: donhub@evenlink.com
Residing: Turbotville,Pa
Date: 4/6/2002
Time: 4:14:01 PM
Gypsy and I are looking forward to attending. It is great to get together with old friends. See you in 2004.
Name: Iris Messick
Email: ICDD.com
Residing: Wallingford, Pa.
Date: 3/10/2002
Time: 2:26:03 PM
Hi Bernie Chazin, How about an E-mail address?
To all 1954 graduates, in a few months there will be information on this web page in regard to our 50th Reunion in 2004.
Name: DAWN (Chadwick) JARDINE
Email: OMJJJ@RCN.COM
Residing: MORTON, PA 19070
Date: 2/27/2002
Time: 7:26:04 PM
Looking forward to 2004. Had a ball at the last reunion. Hard to believe '50 yrs '
Name: Joanne Moe Thornton
Email: JoMoe13@aol.com
Residing: Magnolia, Delaware
Date: 10/11/2001
Time: 11:26:44 PM
Hi all my friends e-mail any time..Bun
Name: Barbara Bates Creegan
Email: BBC92336@hotmail.com
Residing: Newark, Delaware
Date: 9/18/2001
Time: 10:59:06 PM
It sure is nice to see the names of my CHS classmates in the various messages. I look forward to seeing you all at our 50th reunion.
Name: Betty Ratliff Marth
Email: grambeme@aol.com
Residing: E. Wenatchee, Wa.
Date: 9/5/2001
Time: 7:33:03 PM
It's great seeing names from the past like Danny Mcginnis and Bernie Chazin. Lots of memories there. Hi guys!!
Name: JOE DUDECK
Email: JDU3726875@AOL.COM
Residing: WILM, DE.
Date: 8/23/2001
Time: 3:21:09 PM
HOPE I CAN REMEMBER SOME OF YOU GUYS, IT'S BEEN A LONG TIME.
Name: Margie
Email:
Residing:
Date: 8/16/2001
Time: 1:28:18 PM
Name: Dan McGinniss
Email: danm@dmv
Residing: Milford, DE
Date: 4/29/2001
Time: 1:58:42 PM
Bernie Sorry I missed you at the last one. We did have a get together at the Delco Hall of Fame last yr with a whole table of 54 BB's.Dan( danm@dmv)
Name: Bernie Chazin
Email: 500 NW 76 Av
Residing: Pembroke Pines, Fl.
Date: 4/29/2001
Time: 9:41:39 AM
We are excited about our upcoming reunion. My wife, Linda, had as much fun at the previous reunion as I did and she didn't know a single person. We will be at the next one.
Name: Marlene (Siegle) Greenleaf
Email: Marlene.A.Greenleaf@widener.edu
Residing: Chester, Pa.
Date: 4/27/2001
Time: 8:34:48 PM
Iris, Looking forward to our 50th. Will keep in touch.
Name: Dan McGinniss
Email: danm@dmv
Residing: Milford, DE
Date: 4/23/2001
Time: 12:02:42 PM
We are definitely planning on making the 50th.Wanda's little notes have finely sunk in.