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Famed Saunders’ First Novel Published The Green Toad’s Martha Bremer examines “Lincoln in the Bardo,” which went on sale Tuesday, Feb. 14.

‘Lincoln In Bardo’ Leads NY Times Book Review

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hough he’d carried the idea for “Lincoln In The Bardo” around for 20 years, it was in Oneonta that George Saunders, one of the nation’s leading short-

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CCS’s star guard Tyler Bertram runs through drills for his coach (and dad) Dave Bertram.

Tyler Bertram Shoots Most Career Hoops COOPERSTOWN

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CS Junior Tyler Bertram broke his team’s 23-year-old career-scoring record in the Feb. 9 where the Hawkeyes beat Frankfort-Schuyler for the League championship.

He broke Redskin Seth Schaeffer’s 1994 record of 1,714 points, reaching 1,728 in the game.

His next goal: Beating CCS’ all-time scoring record of 1,777, set by Lady Hawkeye Liz Millea.

NEW HALL OF FAME: The Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce Wednesday, Feb. 15, planned to announce the first class in its new Chamber Hall of Fame, formed to mark the organization’s 100th anniversary this year. Check for details at

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HOUSE TO GO: Otsego Land Trust has announced it has contracted with Eastman Associates of Oneonta to demolish Bob Cook’s former historic home on its 22-acre Brookwood Point site.

PERMITS READY: 2017 downtown parking permits are now available for purchase at the Village Office at 22 Main or by mail, $25 for the first permit and $15 for subsequent ones. Applications available at www. cooperstownny.org

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story writers, finally sat down to write his first novel.

“In late 2012, I had about

three months before the book tour for ‘Tenth of December’ started,” he said in a phone interview from San Francisco on the first day of his 20-city book tour. “I had this mercurial idea, and I thought ‘I’ve got these three months, Please See NOVEL, A7

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C-V FIRE FATAL Elderly Man’s Body Found On 2nd Floor

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y the time Cherry Valley fire crews arrived at 8 Lancaster St. at 5 a.m.

Monday, Feb. 13, the house was engulfed in flames. “It was fully involved,” said Fire Chief Martin Field Jr. “It took us 45 minutes to put it Chief Fields out.”

But homeowner Frank J. Menento, 86, was still inside.

Menento’s adult granddaughter, who lived with him, escaped the blaze unharmed. “She was the one who had called 911,” said Field. “She alerted us that there was still an elderly gentleman upstairs.”

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RICHFIELD SPRINGS ZBA DUE TO ACT ON HOMELESS ‘HOTEL’

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he Richfield Springs Zoning Board of Appeals has said it will decide within 62 days, the legal limit, on homeless lodging proposed at 155 Lake St., the former Mielnick’s Restaurant.

It closed a hearing on the project Thursday, Feb. 9, after Doug Zamelis, lawyer for opponents, argued the plan fails to meet parking requirements.

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Past and present NYCAMH staffers pose with past director Dr. John May, seated at left with, from left, Becky Russell, Paul Jenkins and Janet Ivory. Back row, from left, are Jen Fuller, Rosemary Brodersen, Ginny Barton, Anna Meyerhoff, Alyssa Kent, Julie Sorensen, Laura Marvel, Margie Landers, Steve Clark, Arlene Clark, Deb Dalton, Liane Hirabayashi, Christine Lalonde-Meade, Sue Ackerman and Karen Anderson.

New Friends Of Bassett Party Raises $100,000

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COOPERSTOWN he change from New Year’s Gala to Valentine’s Soiree paid off. “We sold out,” said Friends of Bassett Executive Director Joshua Truman. “The lobby was full. There were 400 people there. It was amazing.”

A New Year’s Eve staple for decades, the Friends’

annual black-tie fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 11, brought in nearly 100 more people than attended in 2016, from Cooperstown, Oneonta and beyond.

“People who normally had plans for New Year’s Eve didn’t have a conflict,” Truman said. “We knew that, after 22 years, it was time to make a change.”

The Soiree guests of honor were Dr. John May, recently retired director of NYCAMH (Bassett’s New York Center of Agricultural Medicine & Health) and his wife Amanda, who as Bassett’s director of develPlease See GALA, A3

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Bob Taylor To Preside At Association Of Towns Convention Kerri Jennings, Chad Graber ob Taylor, the former Board, the only place with hotels clerks, town managers, tax To Wed This Fall At Otesaga New Lisbon town Taylor will big enough to hold all of collectors, town clerks and

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supervisor, will be presiding at the annual convention of the state Association of Towns Feb. 19-22 at the Marriott Marquis on New York City’s Times Square.

As president of the statewide organization, Taylor will make sure Otsego County is well represented at the festivities.

Oneonta Town Supervisor Bob Wood will give the flag salute on Monday, and Town of Otsego Supervisor Meg Kiernan will do so on Tuesday.

Now a member of the New Lisbon Planning

conduct the general meetings, as well as introduce such speakers as U.S. Sen. Chuck Bob Taylor Schumer, D-NY, state Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli, and Preet Bharara, U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York.

New Lisbon Town Supervisor Tim Miller and board member Flo Loomis will also be in attendance. “We have to hold it in New York City because it’s

us!� he said. “We’ve got 1,600 people coming. It’s a great place to network and learn new laws.�

The annual conference features workshops and classes designed to help small towns navigate changing laws, proposals and procedures.

With panels such as “Gird Your Loins, Everyone: Basic Training and Collective Bargaining,� and “Getting to Know Outlook, Skype and Digital Recorder,� as well as hearings on proposed association resolutions, the conference includes classes for court

more.

The event also features an exhibit room featuring tables from insurance brokers, state agencies and services available to towns.

Taylor, who served as town supervisor for 22 years, has been attending the conference for 20 years, and serving as an officer for the last nine.

As president, he is provided with a multi-room luxury suites, which he was looking forward to with anticipation.

The veteran supervisor was chosen as Association president in April 2016.

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r. and Mrs. Chip Jennings of Cooperstown are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kerri L., to Chad Graber, son of Tari and Dick Graber of Cicero.

The bride-to-be is a 2004 Cooperstown Central School graduate. She received a B.Sc. from Concordia College and a master’s at SUNY Cortland in Kerri sports management.

She is a marketing and promotions coordinator in the Syracuse University Athletic Department.

The groom-to-be is a graduate of Cicero North Syracuse High School and received a B.Sc. in business from Columbia College.

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He is employed as a senior analyst, defined benefit/contributions for National Grid in Syracuse.

The couple resides in Clay.

A Sept. 16, 2017, wedding is planned at The Otesaga.

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amily Planning of South Central New York has named new directors for three-year terms on the organization’s board.

They are Jennifer Brose, Liz Jacob-Carter, Susan Sklenarik and Michael Stein.

The board’s slate of

officers for 2017-18 is as follows: co-chairs Sondra Pruden, R.N. and Melinda Hardin; first vice chair Jane Hamilton, R.N.; second vice chair Erica Lawson, Esq.; treasurer Tim Parsons, and secretary Rebecca Leidy, R.N.

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Please contact the Otsego County Sherrif’s Office at our tip line: (607)-547-1690 or e-mail: sherifftips@otsegocounty.com

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Valentine’s Soiree Revives Gala, Raises $100,000, Friends Report Fox Hospital President Jeff Joyner and wife Sarah pause for a picture as the Valentine’s Soiree gets underway.

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SOIREE/From A1 lopment established the original gala.

The evening raised $100,000 for the John May Farm Safety Fund, created to address “immediate hazards” in agriculture.

Dr. May, a pulmonologist, initiated such safety initiatives as the tractorrollover protection rebate program while NYCAMH director.

NYCAMH enables us to be part of the community in ways other than the hospital,” said Truman. “Farming is one of the most dangerous jobs out there, and this fund helps us have a preventative impact to protect people and their families.”

Because of the change in timing, the Friends were also able to lower the price from $450 a couple to $300. “It’s opened the soiree up to new folks,” the director said. “It’s more affordable, it’s competitive for an event like this in the area.”

The soiree also changed up the dining for the evening. “We had dinner stations open from 8-10 p.m., so people could relax a little more after the live auction,” he said. “We also did a dessert pairing with local beers,

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Rick Card, Hartwick, and wife Carlissa, burn up the dance floor to “Dynamite” by Taio Cruz at the Friends of Bassett’s first Valentine’s Soiree Saturday, Feb. 11, at The Otesaga.

wines and spirits that was very well received. People would take a break from dancing and get dessert. It was always packed with folks.”

They also held the first “Best of Live” auction, where one $100 ticket

could net the winner the first pick of any of the live auction items. “The winner picked a trip to England,” said Truman. “Not bad for $100!”

“It’s a fresh start,” he said. “And the soiree is here to stay!”

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Perspectives

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EDITORIALS

Communities: Act, Or Be Victims

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hen a school closes, a community grieves – and it’s easy to feel the pain that citizens of Otego must be feeling today after the Unatego Central school board voted Monday, Feb. 13, to empty that charming centerpiece of local life as of Aug. 31.

Because of the appropriate community resistance to such closings, they are not the first indication of economic decline. School closings lag. They only happen when all other options have expired.

Such is the case in the Unatego Central School District generally. The sole manufacturer, the very successful Unalam – its glulam, laminated timber the industry says is “stronger than steel” is being used in innovative buildings nationwide – does the bulk of its manufacturing in Sidney.

• Also in Sidney, Amphenol, a mainstay employer for the towns of Unadilla and Otego (historically, for Oneonta as well), is challenged by a shortage of a dependable natural gas supply, either from NYSEG’s Norwich line or the

Cooperstown Central – all local districts except Oneonta City Schools, in fact – so ask not for whom the bell tolls.

Unless, of course, there’s some good economic news – like the 250- to 500job distribution center proposed for the Interstate 88 exit at Schenevus.

That could be transformative, and excited townspeople are gathering at 6:30 p.m. this coming Monday, Feb. 20, at the Schenevus AMVETS to hear Otsego Now CEO Sandy Mathes discuss how he hopes things are going to play out.

Any citizens, parent or educator concerned about economic decline should consider attending.

• There are four I-88 exits in the Unatego district. If distribution centers are part of the answer, Unatego stands to benefit more than any entity.

Luckily, the county board chair, Kathy Clark, represents Otego, and is in a optimum position to bring Otsego Now’s influence and resources to bear.

Otego may be grieving but, with refocused leadership, it may not have to do so for long.

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Ed Horan reacts to the vote closing Otego Elementary.

stalled Continental Pipeline.

Unatego has been alone among Otsego County school districts on state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli’s list of stressed districts, although it’s off the list this year as school aid rose.

Still, that district is not alone in population declines since 2000, though moderate – 61,676 to 60,636 countywide; 3,183 to 3,032 in Otego.

ONC BOCES’ annual “live births” survey, which seeks to project enrollments forward a decade and a half, shows precipitous drops in

Education Sets Minds On Fire

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tsego County’s public schools, Brookwood, the Oneonta Community Christian School and the two colleges spend untallied millions annually on education.

Given that investment, testimonials to the value of education are relatively rare.

In this newspaper’s Citizen of the Year profile of Hartwick College President Margaret L. Drugovich, she reported on the horizons that opened as she studied for her doctorate.

Already a vice president at Ohio Wesleyan, she found herself burning with ideas. “It was clear to me I was going to need a greater challenge,” she said, and went forth and found that challenge in a college presidency.

A few weeks later, a note came from Scott Buchanan, a CCS graduate and former graphic artist at this newspaper. Unsure what he wanted to do with his life, he moved to Scotland and, now, in his mid-20s, reported he has been accepted at Oxford University, starting this fall.

“I’ve been told for years I was smart,” he explained in an item in this newspaper, but this was cut off the end: “The cold reality of the workforce without an education motivated me to make the change. As I got into more intellectual work and was surrounded by intellectual people, it was just something I wanted for myself.”

A life of ideas: “It was something I wanted for myself.” A testimonial indeed.

LETTERS

When Emergencies Happen, SAS Is There, But It Needs Your Financial Support To the Editor: Cold winter nights are when the Susquehanna Animal Shelter (SAS) receives the most phone calls about animal neglect and cruelty.

A call last week involved a litter of four kittens found abandoned in a freezing house without food, water or heat and no known owner. Two of the kittens had already died, and the remaining two were barely clinging to life.

Sheriff’s deputies agreed to bring the kittens to the Shelter, and were met immediately by the SAS licensed veterinary technician. Deputies feared one

of the kittens had passed away during the transport, and it ultimately required lifesaving efforts, as it was unresponsive and hardly breathing.

The SAS technician immediately gave the healthier of the two cats food and water and a clean, warm cage. Both kittens will be put up for adoption as soon as they are healthy enough to leave.

Last year, you may have heard the story about six emaciated pit bull puppies and their mom who were brought to the shelter

by Sheriff’s deputies after being found in deplorable

condition. Three needed eye surgery and all needed extended care. These dogs were each devotedly treated

by SAS staff and eventually brought back to health and found loving, forever homes.

The SAS and the Sheriff’s Department make a great team and want to help all animals in need, but we cannot do it without adequate public support and resources. The sheriff and his deputies have the authority to take action and the SAS Jim Kevlin/The Freeman’s Journal has the staff, equipment, and facilities to save the sufThe SAS’ Becca Daly of Oneonta wrestles with Phoenix, front, and Diamond, the two kittens that fering animals, but neither the sheriff, nor the towns survived from the abandoned litter.

With All My Love – And Broccoli

Assemblyman Pete Lopez To The Rescue

To the Editor: I wish to share with others the overwhelmingly positive experience I had with our Assemblyman Peter Lopez, R-Schoharie, and his office this past week.

I am currently doing insurance work in Florida, and all of my insurance jobs are dependent upon my having an active New York State Independent Adjustor’s license.

This past week, I alarmingly learned that my license had expired, even

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possibility that I would be out of work.

Lopez’s office responded immediately and alerted the department to the situation.

It took less than two business days from the time I contacted the assemblyman to having the matter resolved. I am greatly indebted for the assemblyman’s quick action on my behalf.

And although I am an enrolled Democrat, I would not hesitate to support Mr. Lopez in the future. He chose to do the right thing – no matter what party affiliation, and showed that he works with respect through his office with the state on behalf of his constituents.

PEGGY REES SMITH Cherry Valley

Mary Joan Kevlin Associate Publisher

To the Editor: At this time of year I’m reminded of one particular Valentine’s Day with Jerri.

Early in the morning Jerri left to work at the Doubleday Café. I then drove to Oneonta to Aldi’s because of the rose special – six for $6.99. I bought three dozen and returned to Cooperstown.

Before going to Doubleday to surprise my significant other, I stopped off to get some vegetables at the Price Chopper. I bought broccoli and was walking by the flower display. The mischievous part of me came up with an idea.

I asked the attendant if she’d mind wrapping my broccoli like a bouquet of flowers.

After explaining what I’m going to do she laughed and said sure.

We’ve crossed paths many times before because, quite often, if Jerri knows I’m going to Price Chopper, she’d call, ask for the flower attendant and order her to attack me with the reminder to get her flowers. Other times she’d call and have them page me

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though I had sent in all materials necessary by the deadline.

The state Department of Financial Services had returned a document to me to correct – which had been done in a timely fashion.

But Financial Services again found issues, and the notice crossed with my returning to Florida for my job.

As I could not conduct my work without a current license, I contacted Assemblyman Lopez’s office for help, with the very real

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over the P-A. It got so bad that I’d try to sneak by the flower girls.

Back to the broccoli. She wrapped the broccoli in colored paper and off I went to Doubleday. I walked into Doubleday carrying a bundle of roses. I walked by Jerri and proceeded to each and every seated lady and gave each a rose, returned to the bar and sat down.

Of course I got that look, then dead silence and then it was demanded of me, “Where are my flowers?” I pretended I didn’t know what she was talking about, but that couldn’t last very long.

I left to retrieve her present. I then returned holding her gift behind my back, walked up to the bar and presented her with her gift. Happy Valentine’s Day! I then held up her present and gave her the broccoli. This was just another neardeath experience. Everybody in the restaurant laughed.

GERRY WELCH Cooperstown

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in whose jurisdictions the animals are found, nor SAS itself have funds sufficient to meet the costs of treating all suffering animals.

We are well aware that the towns in Otsego County cannot afford to bear this financial burden on their own, even though we have been forced to ask for their help.

Town boards fear of high costs may well lead to fewer animals being rescued.

Some local government officials have openly advocated for prompt euthanasia of animals to avoid the costs for their care.

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lthough most of the comments we have received regarding our revival of “Where Nature Smiles” have been most positive, last week we did receive a negative comment which we must admit gave us pause.

One of our many devoted readers told us, in no uncertain terms, that last week’s column was too short. We feel that we must point out that space in any newspaper is not limitless.

And thus we need to be as succinct as possible.

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It was with sadness that we learned of the death of Lady Ostapeck. We first encountered Lady when we had her do our portraits back in the 1970s before she CATHERINE gained national and LAKE international attention ELLSWORTH for her photographic work. We remember most fondly going to her home in the Fly Creek valley, costumes in hand, to sit for our portraits.

We also remember working with Lady during our time with the Leatherstocking Theater. We always enjoyed chatting with her whenever our paths crossed. As a friend noted in an email to us, Lady’s death is “The passing of another local institution.”

We extend our sympathy to all who knew and loved her.

• In the most recent edition of “Village Voices,” the newsletter of the Village of Cooperstown, the mayor noted in his column that “Since I have Please See COLUMN, A5

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BOUND VOLUMES Compiled by Tom Heitz with resources courtesy of The New York State Historical Association Library

200 YEARS AGO

State Prison at Auburn – The commissioners report to the Comptroller, that they have obtained a deed of gift of ten acres of land for the site of the new prison; that a plan of the prison has been made and approved; that the walls are laid out to enclose five acres of ground; that the prison including the keeper’s house, will be in front 276 feet and 40 feet deep, with wings of the same depth extending back 242 feet; the whole three stories high to be built with stone in a plain substantial manner; that when completed it will contain room to confine 1,000 convicts at useful labor; and that the appropriation made by the legislature has been expended in procuring materials, preparing the ground, &c.

February 20, 1817

175 YEARS AGO

The first anniversary of the Washington Temperance Society, of Cooperstown, will celebrate on the 22d day of February inst. (that being Washington’s birthday) in the following manner: A procession will be formed in Main Street, in front of the Otsego Hotel, at 10 o’clock a.m. under the direction of Capt. Miles Comstock, Chief Marshal of the day, aided by Wm. J. Abell, H.P. Metcalf, and H.P. Potter, Assistant Marshals, and move thence with a full band of music and appropriate banners to the Presbyterian Church where the following exercises will take place: 1. Music by the choir 2. Prayer by Rev. A.E. Campbell 3. Music 4. An address by G.A. Starkweather, Esq. 5. Music 6. Benediction

by Rev. O. Whiston. After the exercises, the procession will again be formed, and repair under the direction of the Marshals, to the Court room, where a dinner will be prepared

by Mr. H.B. Ernst. Robert Campbell, Esq. will preside at the table, assisted by Henry Phinney, John Brewer, Ariel Thayer, and Wm. J. Abell, Esq., Vice-Presidents. Appropriate toasts will be read and drank with pure cold water. The band of music will be in attendance at the dinner. Volunteer toasts, music, songs, and speeches, will enliven the scene.

February 14, 1842

150 YEARS AGO

For God’s sake, Help the Famishing – Every comfortable meal of which we partake this winter, should bring to our minds the hundreds and thousands, and tens of thousands of famishing people at the South – chiefly women and children.

The fearful destitution from which they are now suffering, should have been warded off by timely aid sent earlier in the season. But, as long as that extreme suffering continues, we at the North, who are surrounded by so many comforts and

Village Taxes Stable?

But Not Tax BILLS COLUMN/From A4 been Mayor, the village has not had to increase taxes.” Since our village taxes have increased 7.2 percent, from $2,249.32 in 2012 to $2,413.30 in 2016, we feel the mayor’s statement is at best misleading.

We suspect he actually meant that the tax levy in the village has not gone up since he became mayor.

Unfortunately, the tax levy in the village does not always accurately represent the actual taxes which homeowners and businesses pay.

Thus we would suggest that in the future the mayor refer to the tax levy, not the taxes, as there are undoubtedly many property owners who know full well that their village property taxes have increased since 2012.

• In other village news, we were equally troubled by comments made by a village trustee at the recent meeting which included a public hearing on a proposed trolley stop on upper Main Street just west of Chestnut Street.

In several comments, as reported by various newspapers, the trustee in favor of the trolley stop seemed to think that when the Village Board voted against the proposed trolley stop, they were voting against the needs of the tourist, noting that “...in all fairness, you have caused everyone on that trolley to stay on it for an extra mile.” The trustee further “...explained why there were no other locations for the stop and defended the need to accommodate tourists.”

We respectfully wish to disagree with this trustee’s thinking. It is time to realize that the Cooperstown community belongs to its residents.

And the needs of those residents of the village need to take precedent over thinking that seemingly thinks accommodating tourists is more important.

• In closing, we would like to share the following. from English chemist, geologist, and religious leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints, James E. Talmage (1862-1933), who pointed out that “The man who cannot listen to an argument which opposes his views either has a weak position or is a weak defender of it. No opinion that cannot stand discussion or criticism is worth holding. And it has been wisely said that the man who knows only half of any question is worse off than the man who knows nothing of it. He is not only one sided, but his partisanship soon turns him into an intolerant and a fanatic. In general it is true that nothing which cannot stand up under discussion and criticism is worth defending.”

PLEASE NOTE: Comments regarding this column may be made by mail to 105 Pioneer Street, Cooperstown, NY 13326, by telephone at 607-5478124 or by e-mail at cellsworth1@stny.rr.com. Or, for more thoughts about the comings and goings of Cooperstown, visit the website, cooperstowntoday. com.

125 YEARS AGO

of the Cooperstown Rotary Club at the Tunnicliff on Tuesday last week. In accord with all other Rotary clubs throughout the United States this week, the Cooperstown Rotary Club observed “China Day” at its meeting. Rice and tea formed a distinctive part of the menu. Since the attack on Pearl Harbor, the white race has been losing face rapidly in the East. The course of the war in that part of the world reveals that whatever the Allies may be able to accomplish at this stage will be accomplished by China. Japan maintains that the new slogan for the East must be “The Orient for Orientals.” But what she really means is “The Orient for Japan.”

February 18, 1942

50 YEARS AGO

The Cooperstown Central School basketball team won a close one on Saturday night against Sherburne when Steve Nagelschmidt dropped in a free throw with two seconds remaining to seal a 74-73 win. The stubborn Marauder team trailed the Redskins 43-34 at halftime but outgunned Cooperstown in the second half until Nagelschmidt’s free February 18, 1892 throw. Coleman paced the Cooperstown attack with 18 points, Adsit had 17 and Moyer and Bill Washburn 15 each. luxuries, can have no excuse for withholding our aid from February 22, 1967 these destitute fellow beings, fellow countrymen, fellow Christians. The fact that they were for a time our enemies, must be an additional claim to every generous heart, and The Cooperstown boys’ basketball team, which appears especially every Christian heart. Let us then, the people of headed toward its third consecutive Center State ConferOtsego County, do all in our power in this painful emergency. ence championship, picked up two more wins last week to February 15, 1867 clinch at least a tie for the conference title. Cooperstown defeated a depleted New York Mills squad 92-51 at Bursey Gym on February 6. The Marauders were short four players The plans for the Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital and for various reasons and were never a threat. However, two Pathological Laboratory which is to be erected on the site nights later at Waterville, Cooperstown struggled on offense of the old baseball grounds by Edward S. Clark, Esq., were and defense in the early minutes before emerging with examined by the staff of physicians and board of managers another lopsided victory, 76-47 with Seth Schaeffer leading of the Thanksgiving Hospital at the Village Club Saturday the way with 36 points. afternoon and unanimously approved. Mr. Frank P. Whiting February 12, 1992 of New York who has had the work in charge has left nothing to be desired as regards a magnificent institution. The enlarged plans provide for six buildings, the hospital proper, The eight sizable boulders positioned at the end of Piowith a ward at either end, a nurse’s home,. pathological neer Street are there to keep people from driving into the laboratory and power house. The buildings will face southlake. But these boulders are not from the area, geologist east at about the intersection of River and Beaver streets Robert Titus says. “They were quarried somewhere else.

February 21, 1917 They are from the early Devonian time period about 400 million years ago. Geologists call these stones Helderberg limestone. They are probably from the Helderberg mounChina is the hope of the Allies in the East at the present tains near Albany. The stones are layered with strata formed stage of the World War, declared Professor Jacob H. Schaefat an ocean bottom.” fer in a talk on the history of that great nation at the luncheon February 16, 2007

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LETTERS

Are All Economic Development Options Considered?

To the Editor:

I have watched the slow death of Schenevus (and all the towns around here), so I can understand people’s excitement at the prospect of a distribution center in Schenevus.

The irony, though, is that it is supporting just the sort of business that is the major cause of the demise of the local economy.

We all participate in it because we have to at this point, but when will we step back and try to figure out a solution that would truly work for Otsego County?

What about the infant indoor gardening industry? While I don’t have the numbers on how this would benefit Schenevus’ budget, it would seem to be a fitting venture for an area that was

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For now, anyhow, the hamlet’s landmark Chief Schenevus diner closes for the winter.

once a haven of small farms. We could grow our produce all winter long and consequently wouldn’t have to rely as much on trucking and imports. What about solar farms? What about anything

that would generate “green” jobs?

I am also troubled by the idea of building a large structure such as this one when there are vacant buildings already in existence: the former Interknitting building next to I-88 in Cobleskill and the former Beechnut complex in Canajoharie next to the Thruway and railroad tracks.

I am not against economic growth that would stop our young people from leaving, but I am against development which lacks foresight about the future of both our environment and a more sustainable economy.

It is a difficult situation, and I do congratulate Mr. Oberacker for his careful consideration of the issue.

MARY ASHWOOD Roseboom

Indoor, Outdoor Farmers’ Market Would Be Sure Bet For Oneonta To the Editor: The idea of taking someone’s property by eminent domain does not seem like a good way to start a project.

From the beginning you are creating ill will.

Putting in a business that is called “Mohawk Valley Food & Beverage Innovation District” in Oneonta? Why is it called “Mohawk Valley…” the people involved in the project are calling it great for Oneonta. Aren’t we talking about growth for Oneonta?

The location of the place with a downhill slope does not seem the most inviting to me. And to spend $400,000

to take down a building and then pay for a new building does not seem like an intelligent investment to me; especially with all the other empty buildings in and around Main Street.

Seems to me this project would get more growth if they fronted $100,000 to help the Twelve Tribes start a bakery. That would attract people!

A much better use of the money and a better contribution to Oneonta would be to build a farmers’ market in the empty space next to The Foothills. It could be a combination of open and closed

areas so the building/shops could be used year ’round. It would create plenty of parking space that could be used

by Foothills.

Check out the farmers’ market in Kansas City and the kitchen space that goes with it.

A farmers market would be a gathering place and a way to encourage both the farmer and the residents to eat better and buy fresh foods.

It seems to me some politicians are sitting at their desks coming up with ideas that have no direct relevance to the everyday people living

Rally Shows It’s Time To Stand Up, Be Counted To the Editor: What an exhilarating event on Saturday, Jan. 21, when approximately 450 people attended the women’s rally and vigil at the Otsego County Office Building, Cooperstown. Co-chair Lynn Mebust and other volunteers are to be commended for their endeavors.

Great concerns about women’s rights and methods of expressing and bringing change were given by speakers: Mayor Katz, Deb Marcus, Dr. Marc Heller and Yasmine Monte De Oca.

Attendees were most supportive of the venue! For whatever reason, Congressman John Faso was not present, but undoubtedly his office has been receiving scores of calls from constituents in Otsego County.

Those involved in the women’s marches/ rallies in the United States are going to become a major force by 2018 and hopefully will be able to alleviate those in public office who serve their own interests. It is time to stand up and speak out!

STEPHEN L. REESE Leonardsville

in the area. The whole idea seems more like a business adventure based in intellect and not actual living needs of the townsfolk. Think about the line that says “…matching private investments.”

Translation: Someone has their fingers in the pot hoping to make lots of money.

You are getting $10 million – spend $10 million.

Don’t do projects that will end up costing a lot more and then the debt falls on the taxpayer, to fill the gap you created.

R. SCOTT DUNCAN Hardwick Forrest

Wait, See? I’ve Seen Enough To the Editor: In support of James Dean’s letter, I have seen enough, Mr. Hall. I don’t have to wait and see. Are you actually watching the news?

CAROLE ROGERS ROOS Cooperstown

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To Shelter Animals, Funds Needed SHELTER/From A4 consequence of towns being made responsible for animal rescue expenses without help from the county is that many animals may be left to suffer or thoughtlessly euthanized, in the name of economy, rather than brought to SAS for treatment.

Knowing the people of Otsego County care about the humane treatment of animals, we ask our citizens for help in creating a solution to this serious problem. County funding, provided in most other counties in New York, is long overdue in Otsego, and is clearly necessary to ensure the humane treatment of our animals.

If you agree, we ask you to please contact your coun-

try representative (contact information easily found at www.otsegocounty.com) and ask them to provide the financial support necessary to keep animals in our county safe. We have also started an online petition, which is available at https://www. change.org/p/otsego-countyboard-county-funding-forthe-susquehanna-animal-shel ter?recruiter=89361519&utm _source=share_petition&utm_ medium=copylink where you can voice your support.

If you need more information on this topic, please call our office at (607) 547-8111.

STACIE HAYNES Executive Director Susquehanna Animal Shelter Hartwick Seminary

Man, 86, Dies In Cherry Valley House Fire FATAL/From A1 Field declined to identify the granddaughter.

By 7 a.m., the fire was out, although the site continued to smoke through the day, and crews began recovery efforts to try and find Menento.

By 3 p.m. his body was recovered in what Field believed to be second-floor hallway, and his body was sent to Albany Medical for an autopsy to determine the cause of death.

“He was a nice, sweet old man,” said neighbor Rick Brockman. “He used to own a gas station in Brooklyn and he was a mechanic. He had a 1970s Cadillac El Dorado that he was always working on and talking about.”

The neighbor stood and watched as that same El Dorado was crushed by the excavator as the fire crews conducted the search, and tore down the walls as they threatened to fall onto nearby

neighbors’ houses.

“His house was filled with mementos from family members, all sorts of trinkets and photos,” said Brockman. “His wife died a few years ago. It’s so sad.”

The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the state fire inspectors.

“No cause has been determined yet,” said Field.

It’s the second fatal Cherry Valley fire in recent memory. In April 2015, Anthony Sabler, 13, Gabrielle F. Sabler, 20, and Ashley A. Tefft, 22, died of smoke inhalation after a fire at a home at 165 Hone Rd. That fire and all three deaths were ruled accidental, caused by asphyxia due to the inhalation of smoke and heated combustible material.

Cherry Valley fire crews were assisted by Sharon Springs, Springfield and Middlefield fire departments.

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Firemen take apart the Lancaster Street home as the search for the victim’s body ensues.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Focus Rehabilitation & Nursing at Otsego, in accordance with the New York and Federal Laws, prohibits discrimination in any form on the basis of race, creed, color.

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Notice of Formation of Avery-Burdick Stable,LLC Art. of Org. filed with SSNY 2/10/17 Office LOC: Otsego, CTY. SSNY desig. As agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to the LLC, 1078 County Hwy 6, Otego NY 13825 Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

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Notice of Formation of 4504 Hoxie LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 2/2/17.

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2128 County Highway 22 Property Group, LLC.

Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 2/2/17.

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed bids will be received as set forth in instructions to bidders until 10:30 a.m. on March 09, 2017 at the NYSDOT, Contract Management Bureau, 50 WOLF RD, 1ST FLOOR, SUITE 1CM, ALBANY, NY 12232 and will be publicly opened and read.

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NYSDOT reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

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SUPPLEMENTAL SUMMONS AND NOTICE

SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF OTSEGO GREEN TREE SERVICING LLC, Plaintiff, against DANIEL CROWELL, PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR OF OTSEGO COUNTY, AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF MARGARET A. FICKETT, MAGGIE REINMANN AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF MARGARET A. FICKETT, EUGENE ROWELL AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF MARGARET A. FICKETT, LORENA SPAULDING AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF MARGARET A. FICKETT, HAROLD FICKETT as heir to the Estate of Margaret A. Fickett, WAYNE ROWELL as heir to the Estate of Margaret A. Fickett, THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWHEQ INC. REVOLVING HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2005-F, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TAXATION AND FINANCE, Defendants

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of your answer, or, if the complaint is not served with this summons, to serve a notice of appearance on the Plaintiff’s Attorney within 20 days after the service of this summons, exclusive of the day of service (or within 30 days after the service is complete if this summons is not personally delivered to you within the State of New York) in the event the United States of America is made a party defendant, the time to answer for the said United States of America shall not expire until (60) days after service of the Summons; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you by default for the relief demanded in the complaint.

NOTICE YOU ARE IN DANGER OF LOSING YOUR HOME If you do not respond to this summons and complaint by serving a copy of the answer on the attorney for the mortgage company who filed this foreclosure proceeding against you and filing the answer with the court, a default judgment may be entered and you can lose your home. Speak to an attorney or go to the court where your case is pending for further information on how to answer the summons and protect your property.

Sending a payment to the mortgage company will not stop the foreclosure action.

YOU MUST RESPOND BY SERVING A COPY OF THE ANSWER ON THE ATTORNEY FOR THE PLAINTIFF (MORTGAGE COMPANY) AND FILING THE ANSWER WITH THE COURT.

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HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS IN FORECLOSURE; New York State law requires that we send you this notice about the foreclosure process. Please read it carefully.

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SOURCES OF INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE The State encourages you to become informed about your options in foreclosure. In addition to seeking assistance from an attorney or legal aid office, there are government agencies and non-profit organizations that you may contact for information about possible options, including trying to work with your lender during this process.

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Lonni Sue’s Mysterious Onset Of Amnesia Subject Of Full-Length Book

By LIBBY CUDMORE COOPERSTOWN When Michael Lemonick ran into Aline Johnson, he remembered her instantly. “We played in the orchestra together,” he said. “She asked me to come meet her sister, Lonnie Sue.” But while he remembered a middle school friend, Aline’s sister, Lonni Sue, couldn’t remember that she had been married for 10 years, or that her father had died 20 years previously, or what she’d had for breakfast that morning.

“When I went to see her, it wasn’t obvious at first,” he said. “She was sitting at the dining room table and said, ‘Hello, nice to see you, would you like to look at my drawings?’

She was a very warm, charming and lovely person.”

Lemonick, Scientific American opinion editor. “I read all the studies on Henry Molaison, who lost his memory after an experimental surgery for epilepsy and was unable to form new memories.

That story stayed The New Yorker and other national magawith me.” zines have written about Lonni Sue JohnIn 2007, Lonni son’s amnesia. Now, Michael Lemonick has Sue was living written a book on her case. in the Town of Lonni Sue’s strange case of Middlefield, creatamnesia inspired Lemonick’s latest ing covers for the New Yorkers and book, “The Perpetual Now: A Story drawings for the New York Times, of Memory, Amnesia and Love,” pub- and writing and illustrating a column lished by Doubleday on Tuesday, Feb. for The Freeman’s Journal, “Aerial 7 to rave reviews, including a starred Perspective,” reflections during flights review from Kirkus. from an airfield on her rural property.

“As early as college, I’ve been Seemingly out of nowhere, she interested in studying memory,” said

was struck with viral encephalitis – inflammation of the brain – which caused profound memory loss. “When she woke up in the hospital, she asked ‘Where’s Daddy?’ and her mom and sister had to remind her that he died 20 years ago,” he said. “She was so upset, she couldn’t believe she had forgotten that…and five minutes later, she asked, ‘Where’s Daddy?’”

Lemonick wrote about her for Time and Scientific American, then set out to write a book chronicling both her life before, her and now and the concept of memory. “Memory is so important to me. I couldn’t fathom what that experience would be like.”

His first step was to learn about Lonni Sue before the sickness. He tracked down her ex-husband, fellow artists and friends in Cooperstown, as well as reading her columns in The Freeman’s. “It helped me get different angles on her,” he said. He also

interviewed the neurologists working with her, and sat in on several of their examinations. ” What struck researchers – and Lemonick – so acutely was how much she did remember. “She can learn new things,” said Lemonick. “You have to repeat important information, but eventually, she understands.”

And near the end of the book’s writing, he got to witness how she coped and formed new memories.

“Her mother died in 2015 at the age of 97,” he said. “It was very sudden; I had seen her at the gym three weeks before she died.”

Lonni Sue played viola at Maggi’s memorial service, sang a song and read something she had written about her before she got sick.

“She can learn new things,” said Lemonick. “You have to repeat important information, but eventually, she understands.”

World-Famous Oneonta Writer’s First Novel Applauded NOVEL/From A1 it wouldn’t hurt me to try it now.’”

So out to his backyard “writing shed” he went. “I was in love with the idea, but I kept resisting,” he said. “It’s hard, it’s sad, it’s a little more straightforward than what I usually write, and it kept insisting it needed more pages.”

He showed 50 refined pages to his wife, Paula Redick. “She said ‘You have to write this book’,” he recounted. “I had really just set out to write a story, whether it was 51 pages or 300.”

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He lives in some anonymity in Oneonta, and “I was commuting back and forth to Saunders Syracuse to teach, and sometimes I’d just stop off at the graveyard in Morris, walk around, remind myself of the divide,” he said. “This is a good place to channel the Civil War. There are so many remnants here.”

He also collected and read over 200 books on Lincoln.

“Lincoln in the Bardo” was released on Tuesday, Feb. 14 to rave reviews, including one on the front cover of the New York

Times Book Review, where Coleson Whitehead called it “a luminous feat of generosity and humanism.”

“They let you know a bit ahead of time that you’re going to be on the cover. Then they tell you who’s writing the review. It’s a slow reveal.”

Though it’s his first NYT Book Review cover, Saunders is the second person in Oneonta to receive the honor. In 2008, Hartwick College English Professor Tom Travisano’s “Words in Air,” a collection of letters between Robert Lowell and Elizabeth Bishop, was reviewed

by William Logan.

“It was exciting to get that kind of attention,” said Travisano. “The local community really noticed.”

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By JIM KEVLIN ANOTHER VISIT TO HALL: A few years before President Clinton visited the National Baseball Hall of Fame, his predecessor, George W. Bush did as well. It was during the 1999 induction of Texas Ranger and Houston Astro Nolan Ryan, when the younger Bush was governor of Texas.

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hat summer’s day in 2003, Hall of Fame President Dale Petroskey was showing former President Bill Clinton through the Mecca at 25 Main, and paused by an exhibit, “The Presidents’ Game.”

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T.R., TAFT IN ONEONTA: It’s said Congressman George Fairchild hosted Presidents Theodore Roosevelt and William Howard Taft at different times at his mansion at Main Street and Grand Avenue, Oneonta, now the Masonic Temple.

Fairchild, publisher of the Oneonta Herald, would later be first chairman of IBM. GROVER’S GHOST: While never visiting here, President Grover Cleveland was the topic of discussion in the spring of 1892, when the Republican state convention met at Richfield Springs and nominated Benjamin Harrison for president, a decision affirmed by the national convention in Minneapolis that summer. Cleveland won the popular vote that fall but lost the electoral college, and Harrison became president. Cleveland ran again in 1896 and won, the only president to serve non-sequential terms.

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Dale Petroskey introducing Hall of Fame inductees during his tenure as president.

ton playing catch on the White House’s South Lawn.

The former President had apparently never seen the photo before. He laughed. “Hillary’s ‘catching me’ before I threw out the first pitch in Baltimore,” he said.

A few minutes behind them was U.S. Sen. Hillary Clinton, D-NY, escorted by Jane Forbes Clark, Hall chairman. Petroskey heard a shriek of surprise from the former first lady. “He’s warming me up before I threw the first pitch in Chicago,” she told Miss Clark.

Petroskey was impressed.

There are few – if any – husband-and-wife combinations where each, on their separate merits, threw the first pitch of an MLB season, Petroskey recounted in an interview from the Dallas Regional Chamber, where he has been president/CEO for the past three years.

That day in 2003 was memorable for a lot of people.

2 SITTING PRESIDENTS: Only two sitting presidents have visited Cooperstown. Martin Van Buren, in 1839, when he was feted at Woodside Hall, 1 Main St., by Judge Eben Morehouse. And Barack Obama, in May 2014, when he announced a national tourism initiative at the Hall of Fame.

Carol and Bill Waller recall the memorable day Bill and Hillary Clinton visited.

Official Portraits from National Gallery

Cooperstown’s then-mayor Carol Waller brought an engraved commemorative bat from Cooperstown Bat Co. to present to the senator, and Secret Service agents approached her. “Hold it Please See CLINTON, B3

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FDR AT COMMENCEMENT: Then-governor Franklin Delano Roosevelt spoke at the 1931 dedication of the Owen D. Young Central School in Van Hornesville. He was invited by Young, the Jordanville native and GE founder who was considered a frontrunner for the Democratic nomination in 1932.

FDR, who wasn’t even on the radar in 1931, would win the Democratic nomination the next year election as 32nd president of the United States.

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BENEFIT DINNER – 4-7 p.m.

Spaghetti dinner and Chinese auction to benefit Milford T-V All-Stars who will be travelling to Barcelona, Spain, in April to play soccer. Milford Central School, 50 West Main St., Milford. Info, (607) 437-4225 STEAK DINNER – 5-7 p.m.

Includes salad, potato, vegetable, rolls, and dessert. Open to public. Cost, $20. Oneonta Vets Club, 279 Chestnut St., Oneonta.

Reservations, 432-0494 by Feb. 16.

WINE TASTING – 6 p.m. Join Sommelier Chad Douglas for this months Fire & Ice-themed class. Cost $50 per person. The Otesaga, Cooperstown. Info, reservations, (607) 544-2573 or visit http://www.otesaga. com/events CRAFT NIGHT – 6:30 p.m.

Create beautiful home decor our of some paint and a burlap canvas. Creative fun for crafters of any skill level. The Green Earth, 4 Market St., Oneonta.

Info, https://www.facebook. com/branchandbloomny/ CABIN FEVER FILM SERIES – 6:30 p.m. “The Adventures of Robin Hood” (1937). Refreshments available with proceeds benefiting Susquehanna animal Shelter. Fenimore Art Museum auditorium, Cooperstown. Info, http://baseballhall.org/events/ cabin-fever-2017 PERFORMANCE – 7:30 p.m.

Local and regional talent perform Eve Ensler’s “The Vagina Monologues.” Ballroom Gallery of the Cooperstown Art Association, Cooperstown Village Library.

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Saturday, February 18

ONEONTA FARMERS MARKET – 9 a.m. 2 Dietz St., Oneonta.

Info, http://www.oneontafarmersmarket.org/ CULTURAL AWARENESS – 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Heritage Leadership Training Seminar. Registration required. Eaton Lounge, Bresee Hall, Hartwick College, Oneonta.

Info, Harry Matthews Matthewsh@hartwick.edu COOPERSTOWN FARMERS MARKET – 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

101 Main St., Pioneer Alley, Cooperstown. Info, http://www. otsego2000.org/cooperstownfarmers-market-and-agriculture/ FROZEN TOE RACE – 10:30 a.m. 5 Mile race held regardless

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conditions. Entry, $35. Clark Sports Center, Cooperstown. Info, http:// www.clarksportscenter.com/ SEED CATALOG WORKSHOP – 10:30 a.m.-noon. Master Gardener Volunteers, Ann Walton and Carol Phelps, teach how to sort through your seed catalogs. Learn what to order, how much, and where from. Cost, Free. Pre-register by Feb. 16.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Education Center-Otsego, 123 Lake St., Cooperstown. Info, http://cceschoharie-otsego.org/ events/2017/02/18/makingsense-of-seed-catalogs-workshop SNOW TUBING – 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Park will provide snow tube with $5 tubing fee. No charge to enter park. Glimmerglass State Park, 1527 Cty. Hwy. 31, Cooperstown. Info, http://www. thisiscooperstown.com/events/ snow-tubing-glimmerglass-statepark HOT MEAL PROGRAM – 11 a.m.-1 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 66 Chestnut St., Oneonta. Info, http://www. firstumc-oneonta.org/ POLAR BEAR JUMP – 12:30 p.m. Come jump in a freezing lake to support local children, individuals, and organizations in need. Goodyear Lake, outside Portlandville, St. Hwy. 28, Oneonta. Info, http://www. thisiscooperstown.com/events/ goodyear-lake-22nd-annual-polar-bear-jump FAMILY FILM – 12:30-3 p.m.

Showing “The Good Dinosaur.” Village Meeting room, Cooperstown Village Library, 22 Main St., Cooperstown.

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62 Chestnut St., Oneonta. Info, http://hmloneonta.org/hml-writers-group/ HISTORY PRESENTATION – 2 p.m. Jim Loudon speaks on the nearly 100 year history of trolleys in Oneonta and Otsego County.

Greater Oneonta Historical Society, 183 Main St., Oneonta. Info, http://www.oneontahistory.org/ or call (607)432-0960 SEWING WORKSHOP – 2-5 p.m. Beginner or intermediate, come learn sewing machine parts, safety, what to put in your sewing box, and practice sewing.

Registration limited to 6 per class unless your bring your own sewing machine. Fee covers material, Beginner $7, Intermediate $12. Gilbertsville Baptist Church, Commercial Street, Gilbertsville.

Info, http://cceschoharie-otsego. org/events/2017/02/18/4-hsewing-clinic DANCE SERIES – 7 p.m. Wintertime cabin fever dance series featuring Becca Frame and The Tall Boys. $5 at door. Must be over 21. Red Shed Brewery, 817 Butter Bowl Rd., Cherry Valley.

Info, http://www.redshedbrewingcompany.com/ TRIVIA NIGHT – 7 p.m.

Jeopardy style game open to all ages. Theme: Arts & Culture. Fenimore Art Museum Auditorium, Cooperstown. Info, http://www.fenimoreartmuseum. org/fenimore/programs/special_events PERFORMANCE – 7:30 p.m.

Local and regional talent perform Eve Ensler’s “The Vagina Monologues.” Ballroom Gallery of the Cooperstown Art Association, Cooperstown Village Library. http://www.cooperstownart. com/special-events.html or call (607)547-9777

Sunday, February 19

BACKYARD BIRD COUNT – 911 a.m. Learn and record what birds choose to make this area

Monday, February 20

LIFEGUARDING – 1-3:30 p.m.

Have fun in the pool and learn about water safety and lifeguarding. 11-14 year olds. Members $35, non-members $50.

Oneonta YMCA, 20 – 26 Ford Avenue, Oneonta. Info, http:// www.oneontaymca.org/ ROLLER DERBY PRACTICE – 6 p.m. Sports team practice.

Anyone 18 and older of any skill level are welcome. Interskate 88, 5185 St. Hwy. 23, Oneonta.

Info, www.facebook.com/hillcityrollers/ DRAWING GROUP – 7-9 p.m.

Come practice drawing with a live model. $10 donation. To attend call the Cooperstown Art Association, (607)547-9777 COMMUNITY SING-A-LONG – 7-9 p.m. An evening of spirituals and other songs of the Civil Rights Movement. Hosted by Intercultural affairs and the Music Department. Celebration Room, Hartwick College. Info, Lee Wright wrightl@hartwick.edu OPEN MIC – 8 p.m. Black Oak Tavern, 14 Water St., Oneonta. Info, https://www. facebook.com/Black-Oak-Tavern488508661211560/

Tuesday, February 21

CYBERMOBILE – 9:30-9:50 a.m. The Four County Library System brings the mobile, computerized library system. Town Hall assembly room, 3966 St. Hwy. 23 West Oneonta. Info, http://4cls.

All

org/cyberinfo.html DOWNLOAD TRAINING – 1011 a.m. Learn how to download e and audio books to your device from the 4cls download zone. Registration required.

Cooperstown Village Library. Info, (607) 547-8344, http://www. villagelibraryofcooperstown. org/calendar CYBERMOBILE – 10:10-10:50 a.m. The Four County Library System brings the mobile, computerized library system. Little Lambs Children’s Center, 383 Cty. Rd. 11, Oneonta. Info, http://4cls. org/cyberinfo.html COMPUTER BASICS – 10:30 a.m.-Noon. Learn the basics of computers. Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut St., Oneonta. Info, http://hmloneonta.org/calendar/ CYBERMOBILE – 12:20-12:45 p.m. The Four County Library System brings the mobile, computerized library system. Methodist Church Lobby, 811 Cty. Rd. 26, Fly Creek. Info, http://4cls.org/ cyberinfo.html CYBERMOBILE – 1:15-1:35 p.m. The Four County Library System brings the mobile, computerized library system. Methodist Church Lobby, 2343 NY-205, Mt. Vision. Info, http://4cls.org/cyberinfo.html COMMITTEE MEETING – 1:303:30 p.m. 4 County Library System Committee meets.

Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut St., Oneonta. Info, http://hmloneonta.org/calendar/ KNITTING GROUP – 1:30-3:30 p.m. Cooperstown Village Library, 22 Main St., Cooperstown, http://www.villagelibraryofcooperstown.org/calendar VILLAGE MEETING – 6-10 p.m.

Board of Assessment Review (Board of Trustees), Grievance Hearings. Village Office Building, 22 Main St., Cooperstown. Info, http://cooperstownny.org/boardof-trustee-meetings/ ORGANIZATION SERIES – 6:30-7:30 p.m. Organize your Health Records. Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut St., Oneonta. Info, http://hmloneonta.org/calendar/

Wednesday, February 22

DEADLINE – Last Day to reserve for Chicken & Biscuit Dinner Theater, First United Methodist Church of Oneonta.

432-4102.

ICE FISHING WORKSHOP – 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn to ice fish with instructors from NYS Parks and the NYS DEC “I Fish NY” Program. Includes gear and bait, a chance to win your own tackle, fish filleting demonstration, and a chance to learn about winter lake ecology. Glimmerglass State Park, Cooperstown. Info, http:// www.thisiscooperstown.com/ events/get-hooked-ice-fishing MORE CALENDAR, B4

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their home in February. These records aid in future conservation efforts. Welcome to beginners and veterans alike. Parslow Rd. Conservation Area, 127 Parslow Rd., Oaksville. Info, Jonathan Press, jon@otsegolandtrust.org or call (607)547-2366.

SNOW TUBING – 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Park will provide snow tube with $5 tubing fee. No charge to enter park. Glimmerglass State Park, 1527 County Highway 31, Cooperstown. Info, http://www. thisiscooperstown.com/events/ snow-tubing-glimmerglass-statepark THEATER – 2 p.m. Performance of ‘Love Letters,’ by A.R. Gurney, which tells the story of Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner via the letters they exchanged over their lifetime. The Production Center of the Foothills Performing Arts Center, 124 Market St., Oneonta.

Info, (607) 432-5407 or GEStevens17@gmail.com HYDE HALL HISTORY – 3 p.m.

John Bower, Marketing Director of Hyde Hall, presents a brief history from 1817 to 1835. Event is free and open to the public with light refreshments available.

Celebrate Hyde Hall’s 200th year. Middlefield Town Hall, on Cty. Rte. 25 off St. Rte. 166.

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THURSDAY-FRIDAY, february 16-17, 2017

B-3

Both Clintons Had Thrown Out First Ball At Major League Opener CLINTON/From B1 this way” – horizontally – they told her; “not this way” – vertically, as if to strike someone, the mayor recalled.

Hall of Fame Librarian Jim Gates remembered how the first couple was delighted at seeing the Babe Ruth scrapbook in the Hall’s Bart Giamatti Library. It had been preserved with a Save America’s Treasures grant, a program championed by the first lady during her husband’s administration.

“My fondest recollection was later in the day, when the two of them met with the press,” said Gates, who had met Bill Clinton earlier when he accompanied rookies in a training program to the White House a few years before. “The media asked the highlight of the visit, and she said, the Babe Ruth scrapbook.”

Bill Waller – the mayor’s husband and, coincidentally, village Republican chairman Hall of Fame Librarian Jim Gates was gratified when the Clintons said they were most impressed at the time – had arrived

by Babe Ruth’s scrapbooks under his staff’s care.

with his wife at 9:30 a.m. for the 10 a.m. reception, and – as is common with politicians – the VIPs were an hour late. “And then, Bill Clinton entered, and the air got sucked out of the room,” said Waller. “Everybody went over to talk to Bill Clinton. He was the most charming person I‘ve ever met.”

Petroskey has a similar memory. The Hall had already opened its doors, and baseball fans were already inside. “When (the Clintons) walked in there was quite a buzz. He, who had been ex-president for a couple of years, went to the right side of the gallery; she, to the left. The whole crowd followed him. It showed the magnetism of Bill Clinton.

“In a sense, I felt a bit sorry for her.”

As soon as Petroskey received word that Mrs. Clinton, then a relatively new U.S. senator, wanted to visit the Hall of Fame

on an Upstate tour – and was bringing the former president with her – he called Rick Allen, a friend at National GeoJim Gates graphic, who had worked in the Clinton White House.

“How much baseball does the president know?” he asked.

“I never heard him talk about baseball – but he may know more about baseball than anyone,” Allen replied.

“Or, he might stay up the night before cramming for the course, so he sounds like he knows a lot about baseball.”

In the tour and reception that followed on the library’s first floor – prominent Democrats like Bill and Karen Streck and, some remember, then county chair Hank Nicols were among attendees – Bill Clinton focused on two things.

One, as you might expect as former governor from Little Rock, Arkansas Hall of Famers: George Kell, Bill Dickey, Brooks Robinson, Arky Vaughan. “He knew everything about those four,” said Petroskey.

Two, home runs per at bat, from “Barry Bonds, the big story at the time, to Babe Ruth, Willie Mays, Frank Robinson … Why? Probably because it was an area other people weren’t focused on,” said Petroskey, harkening back to Rick Allen’s insight. “It was a way to be different. He seemed to know it cold.”

Bill Waller learned the president’s favorite team was the Cincinnati Reds – because, as a boy in Hot Springs, “those were the games he could get at night on the radio.”

“He could tell stories nobody else could tell,” Waller continued. “He flew out to see Chelsea” when she was at Stanford. “They were Please See CLINTON, B5

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HERITAGE BUSINESSES established in

established in

1808

1883 oneonta family ymca

2015 celebrating 50 years on ford ave 20 26 Ford Avenue oneontA nY 13820 www.oneontAYmcA.org

607-547-6103 • 21 Railroad Ave., Cooperstown www.allotsego.com

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Church & Scott, Inc.

Leatherstocking Cooperative Insurance Company

1886

5396 State Hwy, 28, Cooperstown, Ny 13326 (607) 547-1228 OtsEgO cOunty hEritagE businEss

1886

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otsego County HeRItAge BusIness

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established in

1899 central Plaza east, edmeston (607) 965-8321 • www.nycm.com

otsego county HeRItAge BusIness EstablishEd in

1917 Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce

31 Chestnut Street · Cooperstown, NY 607-547-9983 www.cooperstownchamber.org OtsEgO cOunty hEritagE businEss

EstablishEd in

1925 Connell, Dow & Deysenroth, Inc.

established in

1888 tillapaugh

funeral service 129 years by the same family!

28 pioneer st., cooperstown • 607-547-2571

otsego county HeRItAge BusIness EstablishEd in

1906 Sharon Springs Garage We are your Area Farm, Home & Garden Specialists 6799 St. Route 23, Oneonta 607-432-8411 (800) 540-0163

OtsEgO cOunty hEritagE businEss

established in

1917

SUSQUEHANNA ANIMAL SHELTER 4841 Hwy. 28, Cooperstown 607-547-8111· www.thesas.org Like us on facebook

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Funeral Home

Founded by Chester & Mildred ingalls Serving all faiths with care and dignity.

Peter a. deysenroth

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1939

OneOnta • Richfield SpRingS • cOOpeRStOwn 607-432-6900 • 315-525-6050 • 607-547-9319

otsego county HeRItAge BusIness established in

1941

spurbeck’s grocery

celebrating over 75 years!

3919 St Hwy 23, West Oneonta, NY 13861 Phone (607)432-6633 • 800-421-2667 • Fax: (607)432-3932 www.reinhardthomeheating.com

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B-4

AllOTSEGO.life Wednesday, February 22

CHILDREN’S STORY HOUR – 10:30-11:30 a.m. Cooperstown Village Library, 22 Main St., Cooperstown. Info, http://www. villagelibraryofcooperstown. org/calendar LIFEGUARDING – 1-3:30 p.m. Have fun in the pool and learn about water safety and lifeguarding. 11-14 year olds.

Members $35, non-members $50. Oneonta YMCA, 20-26 Ford Ave., Oneonta. Info, http://www. oneontaymca.org/ DISCUSSION GROUP – 3-5 p.m. Discussion of current events. Cooperstown Village Library, 22 Main St., Cooperstown.

Info, http://www.villagelibraryofcooperstown.org/calendar MINECRAFT – 3:30-5:30 p.m. Open hours, no registration required. Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut St., Oneonta. Info, http://hmloneonta.org/youth-programs/ VILLAGE MEETING – 4:30 p.m. Planning Board. New date due to Grievance Night. Village Office Building, 22 Main St., Cooperstown. Info, http://cooperstownny.org/board-of-trusteemeetings/

THURSDAY-FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16-17, 2017

Happenin’ OTSEGO COUNTY

A COMPLETE GUIDE TO WHAT’S FUN AROUND HERE send calendar items to info@allotsego

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DISASTER UNIVERSITY – 4:30-8:30 p.m. The Red Cross holds a training course for disaster relief.

Home fires to hurricanes, learn how you can aid your community in times of their greatest need.

Registration preferred, walk-ins welcome. Alumni Hall, SUNY Oneonta. Info, Taylor Fanelli at (315) 733-4666, taylor.fanelli@ redcross.org.

SCRABBLE CLUB – 5-7:45 p.m. Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut St., Oneonta.

Info, http://hmloneonta.org/calendar/ FILM SERIES – 5:45 p.m.

“Citizen Clark: A Life of Principle.” Includes a vegetarian meal and childcare. No charge. RSVP

requested. Unitarian Universalist Society of Oneonta, 12 Ford Ave., Oneonta. Info @ uuso@ uuso.org, (607) 432-3491.

PARENTING WORKSHOP – 6-8 p.m. 2 day workshop on effective parenting skills and family roles in everyday life. First United Methodist Church, 66 Chestnut St., Oneonta. Register, Family Service Association, (607) 432-2870.

CLUBHOUSE – 6-8 p.m.

Just Dance themed meeting.

Richfield Springs Community Center, 6 Ann St., Richfield Springs. Info, http://www. familyrn.org CLUBHOUSE – 6-8 p.m.

Baking night for teens 7-12th

grade. Includes free food, giveaways, and, a judgement free zone where teens can relax with their friends. Richfield Springs Community Center, 6 Ann St., Richfield Springs. Info, Blake Stensland @ bstensland@ familyrn.org or Jon Ramirez @ jramirez@familyrn.org or Family Resource Network, (607) 4320001.

HISTORY – 6 p.m. Fly Creek Area Historical Society. Includes covered dish supper. Includes a historic show & tell. Fly Creek Methodist Church, 811 Cty. Rd., 26, Fly Creek. Info, fcahs.org FILM SERIES – 7 p.m. Winter Wednesday’s film series showing of “Brooklyn.” Foothills Performing Arts Center, 24 Market St., Oneonta. Info, http://foothillspac.org/

Thursday, February 23

PARENTING WORKSHOP – 10 a.m.-Noon Two-day workshop on effective parenting skills and family roles in everyday life. First United Methodist Church, 66 Chestnut St., Oneonta. Register, call the Family Service Association, (607) 432-2870.

KIDS HIKE – 10 a.m.-noon.

Jeff Handley leads hike through

“Winter Wonderland” at Riddell State Park to learn about the life of a forest in the past, present, and future. Free. Registration preferred. Info, http://occainfo. org/calendar/get-the-kids-out/ or call Jeff @ (607)547-4488 CLIMBING TRIP – 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Bring your own lunch and comfortable climbing clothes.

Equipment will be provided.

Must have a signed waiver.

Cost, $5 member, $10 nonmember. Clark Sports Center, Cooperstown. Info, http://www. clarksportscenter.com/adventure/schedule-and-rules/index. php#outing-schedule PICKLEBALL – Noon-2 p.m.

Come learn the sport. Gym floor, Clark Sports Center, 124 Cty. Hwy. 52, Cooperstown. Info, http://www.clarksportscenter. com/ SNAP NUTRITION – 1-2 p.m.

For those having trouble affording food, come learn the process of qualifying and enrolling in the NYS Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Space is limited, registration required.

Friends of Recovery of Delaware and Otsego Counties (FORDO), 22 Elm St., Oneonta. Info, http://www.friendsofrecoverydo. org/events or call (607)267-

4435, email kyle@friendsofrecoverydo.org MINECRAFT – 3:30-5:30 p.m. Open hours, no registration required. Huntington Memorial Library, 62 Chestnut St., Oneonta. Info, http://hmloneonta.org/youth-programs/ PRE-PUPPY PLACEMENT CLASS – 5:30-8:30 p.m. Class for prospective puppy raisers and sitters for the basic skills to raise and train a puppy for Guiding Eyes. Johnstone 201, Hartwick College. Info, Amy Blechman, blechmana@ hartwick.edu CIVIL RIGHTS DISCUSSION – 6-7 p.m. “Racial Profiling: A Panel Discussion,” hosted by the Black Student Alliance Interest Group. Eaton Lounge, Bresee Hall, Hartwick College, Oneonta.

Info, Harry Matthews, matthewsh@hartwick.edu TOASTMASTERS – 6:157:30 p.m. Come practice your public speaking in a supportive environment. The Green Earth, 4 Market St., Oneonta. Info, http:// oneonta.toastmastersclubs.org/ AUDITIONS – 7 p.m. Try out for the Orpheus Theater production of ‘Jesus Christ Superstar.’

St. Mary’s Parish Center, 31 Elm St., Cooperstown. I

This Presidents’ Day, Honor Otsego County’s

HERITAGE BUSINESSES EstablishEd in

established in

1942 75 75

1955

24 hour emergency service w/ service plans• FREE estimates

75 75

Don Olin Realty

YEARS

oVeR 60 yeARs oF ReAL estAte eXPeRIence 37 Chestnut Street, Cooperstown • 607-547-5622

(607)547-9944 • taylorshomeheating.com

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otsego county HeRItAge BusIness

otsego county HeRItAge BusIness established in

1957

Celebrating 60 years of Service in Cooperstown and continuing the Smith family legacy started in 1929 President’s Award Winning Sales and Service Rte. 28 South • Cooperstown • 607-547-2543

otsego county HeRItAge BusIness

established in

1968

51 Main St., Oneonta, NY 13820 (607) 432-1193

otsego county HeRItAge BusIness established in

1973

55 Oneida Street, OneOnta 607-432-2800 • 800-388-3632

otsego county HeRItAge BusIness

established in

1980 ace glass co.

Auto CommerCiAl & residentiAl GlAss, tAbletops, plexiGlAs Best of the Best 2010, 2011, 2013 locally owned • Joe Briguglio, owner 607-432-3588 •124 oneida street, oneonta

otsego county heritage Business

established in

EstablishEd in

1958

1964

BUZZ HESSE

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munson’s 5662 Hwy 7, oneonta • 607-432-8756 www.munsonstruvalue.com

otsego county HeRItAge BusIness established in

established in

1970

Promoting the Arts in Oneonta!

Wilber Mansion, 11 Ford Ave., Oneonta • 607-432-2070 www.canoneonta.org OtsegO cOunty HeRItAge nOn-PROFIt

1971

The Eighth Note

www.theeighthnote.com 10 south Main st, Oneonta · 607-432-0344

otsego county HeRItAge BusIness

established in

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425 chestnut street, oneonta • 607-432-1160 gary Moore and Frank Rumenapp

otsego county HeRItAge BusIness EstablishEd in

1980

lamont Engineers

established in Celebrating Our 40th year!

1977

24 Glen Ave, Cooperstown • (607) 547-5700 www.mylcu.org • Like us on facebook

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1981

Dedicated to Service...Committed to Excellence

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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16-17, 2017

B-5

A President Gets Opportunities: To Talk Baseball With Bonds, Mays, For Instance CLINTON/From B3 going to a Giants baseball game. The game was rained out. They went into the locker room to chat with Barry Bonds and his uncle, Willie Mays,” said Waller.

Bonds told the president the closest thing to a Major League hitter is a hockey goalie. “Bonds told him he had hired a hockey-goalie coach to train him on eyemuscle coordination, using a laser – to take the brain out of the equation. The later you can swing, the more accurate.”

Said Waller, “We can talk about people we’ve met, but can we talk about Barry Bonds AND Willie Mays?”

He also observed that Hillary “looked nice on that visit, but she photographed poorly. “ Her husband, who had flown in from Europe on the red-eye, “looked awful,” but in photos of the event he looked terrific.

In all, Waller found the

Slim, the Mexican multi-billionaire who Forbes magazine would list as the richest man in the world from 2010 to 2103. “He loves world records,” said Clinton, who by now was calling Petroskey by his first name. “He’s a big baseball fan. He’s fascinated by human achievement.”

“It was a thrill for Jane and me and for the entire staff to have the Clintons here,” Petroskey recalled more than a decade later.

“He was our president; she was our senator. That was really a great highlight.”

A year later, Hillary Clinton called Petroskey, recalled “that wonderful day” at “the best Hall of Fame in OTSEGO.presidents the world,” and invited him A coffee reception for the Clintons was on the first floor of the Hall of Fame to a meeting in Seneca Falls library, in the back, and the former president exited to have his photo taken that led to upgrading of the in front of Victor Salvatore’s James Fenimore Cooper statue in Cooper Park. National Women’s Hall former president overcompany in the world,” he the bookstore and bought of Fame. “And so there whelming. “If we could said. three or four books. One became a link between the hire this guy as a salesperWaiting for his wife and – he told Petroskey – was women’s hall and us,” he son for our company, we Jane Clark to catch up, the on baseball records, and he said. would have the biggest former president went into planned to send it to Carlos As the reception neared

All

its end, Bill Waller also witnessed an indication of the president’s Achilles’ heel.

“They were running late, and they were due somewhere else,” Waller said.

“I think they were going to Brooks BBQ for lunch.”

(Former Oneonta Mayor Kim Muller said Hillary had gone to Brooks twice, once as first lady in 1999 after cutting the ribbon on the National Soccer Hall of Fame in Oneonta, but probably not that day.)

“Then, the girls from Hartwick College showed up – the freshman sorority pledge group – about 20 girls. They were lining up in front of the James Fenimore Cooper statue for a photo, facing the lake.

Bill Clinton saw that – and he was out the door like a shot.”

The last Bill Waller saw him, he was posing for a photo with the sorority sisters, smiling and chatting them up.

This Presidents’ Day, Honor Otsego County’s

HERITAGE BUSINESSES established in

1982

BuRR’s Body sHop

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established in

1984

RoYAL AUTo 6464 Hwy. 23, oneonta | 607-353-7939 Like us on facebook | www.royalautony.com

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established in

1982 LEAF

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established in

1985

OneOnta COmmunity Christian sChOOl

We Love Our School!

Producing Godly, productive citizens for over 30 years.

158 river street, OneOnta (607)-432-0383

otsego county HeRItAge BusIness

TheYourBieriTz Agency “Hometown” Insurance Agency

John Mitchell Real Estate

209 Main st., cooperstown (607) 547-2951 • www.bieritzinsurance.com

otsego county HeRItAge BusIness EstablishEd in

1994 precision

cooperstown optical

Leatherstocking Education on Alcoholism/Addictions Foundations, Inc. 80 Water Street • Oneonta • 432-0090 • www.leafinc.org

established in

23rd Anniversary Serving Otsego County 26th Anniversary serving Otsego County

1983

5370 Rt. 28 • cooperstown (on chestnut street, next to community Bank) 607-547-8080 • www.cooperstownoptical.com

established in

1990 Bieritz insurance

established in

1990

216 Main street • cooperstown, ny 607-547-8551 • www.johnmitchellrealestate.com info@johnmitchellrealestate.com

otsego county HeRItAge BusIness

established in

1986 Staffin’S auto repair

LocaLLy owned & oPeRaTed Betty & Mike Staffin 6170 STaTe Hwy 28, FLy cReeK, n.y.

(607) 547-8997

oTSego counTy HeRITage BuSIneSS established in

1991

4 Market st, oneonta • 607-432-6600 greenearthoneonta.com • open 7 Days a week!

We deliver weekdays 10 am - 3 pm! (oneonta only)

otsego county HeRItAge BusIness

established in

1995

collision, inc.

Locally serving Cooperstown for 25 years!

route 23, 5 miles east of Walmart po Box 523, West Davenport, nY • 607-278-6115

5390 St. Hwy. 28 • Cooperstown • 607-547-2196

otsego countY HeritAge Business

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established in

2008

HOMETOWN ONEONTA & The Otsego-Delaware Dispatch

607-547-6103 • www.Allotsego.com 21 Railroad Ave. cooperstown

otsego county HeRItAge BusIness

established in

2015

established in

2009

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otsego county HeRItAge BusIness established in

2015

DOBLER’S BREWERY & TAVERN Family Owned and Operated

55 South Main Street, Oneonta · 607-353-7433 otsego county HeRItAge BusIness

1917 State Hwy 205, Mount Vision • 607-433-6600

Open Thursdays-Sundays • Like us on facebook Winner 2016 Cooperstown Winter Carnival Wing Contest!

OTSEgO COuNTY HERITAgE BuSINESS

established in

2014

22 Chestnut st., Cooperstown (607) 435-7062 www.melsat22.com otsego county heRitage business

established in

2015

Roundhouse IndooR golf 174 Roundhouse Road, oneonta 607-353-7939 | info@roundhouseindoorgolf.com

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B-6 THE FREEMAN’S JOURNAL

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2017

OBITUARIES Tony Mongillo, 93; Recorded Passing Railroad Era With Pen-And-Ink Drawings ONEONTA – Antonio Pasquale “Tony” Mongillo, 93, an honored citizen of his native city whose pen-andink drawings of locomotives captured Oneonta’s railroad heyday, passed away on Wednesday Feb. 8, 2017, at Fox Hospital.

Tony was born to Pasquale and Rose (Perrine) Mongillo on Jan. 26, 1924, on West Broadway in the house he grew up in.

He graduated from Oneonta High School and, after a short stint at Scintilla in Sidney, served as a Navy radioman in the Pacific Theater during World War II. Assigned to an aircraft carrier, he would recall going down to the flight deck to see the shiny brass plates on airplanes’ magnetos, inscribed “Made in Sidney.”

Returning to Oneonta, Tony joined the D&H Railroad, where he worked for 43 years, retiring as yardmaster.

He also attended art school in New York City, and used a sharp eye and pen-and-ink drawings

who did him a good turn.

He was first married to Laura Ostrander and together they had three children, Michael (Joy) Mongillo of New Zealand, Rose Dewey (deceased), and Jane E. (Chris) Winkler; his grandson, Joseph (Kim) Winkler, and step-great-granddaughter, Anna.

On Sept. 24, 1973, he married Ann O. House.

Active in community life, he was a member of the American Legion, the VFW, the Oneonta Elks Club, as well as the former Italian American Club, where he HOMETOWN ONEONTA file photo had the distinction of being Tony Mongillo particinamed “Man of the Year.” pates in the 130th anHe was also a member of St. niversary of the foundMary’s Catholic Church. ing of the Brotherhood After retirement, he was of Railroad Trainmen frequently sought after to in 2013. Wife Ann sits share his knowledge and behind him. experience of his beloved Oneonta. He was often to record the passing of called upon to participate in Oneonta’s railroad era. He discussions organized by the also used his art to build Greater Oneonta Historical friendships, sending origiSociety, which presented nals drawings – as well as him with its Albert E. original Christmas and birthday cards – to people

A new pen-and-ink – this unusual image of crews digging out the track for a D&H engine – was discovered in City Hall by City Clerk Nancy Powell in time to hang in “Tony Mongillo’s Oneonta,” a 2016 exhibit at the Oneonta History Center.

Morris Award in 2013 as a “person of distinction” who helped explain the city’s history. In 2016, the GOHS’ History Center organized an exhibit, “Tony Mongillo’s Oneonta,” featuring his artwork.

In 2009, retired SUNY President Alan Donovan

conducted an extensive interview with Tony for a series of oral histories of notable Oneontans. The resulting “Kitchen Table Conversations” may be accessed at www.oneontahistory.org Tony had several other hobbies besides painting,

enjoying golf, bowling, travelling and playing the guitar.

He is survived by his wife, Ann, of Oneonta: his brother Michael of Oneonta; his sisters, Philomena Washburn of Oneonta and Hope (Douglas) Davidson of Treadwell; his stepson, John Spence, his special friend Kathy Hilts of Oneonta, and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his sister, Virginia Naples, in December.

A service to celebrate his life will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, in the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home, 14 Grand St. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in memory of Tony to a charity of your choice.

Condolences to the family may be made online by visiting our website: www. grummonsfuneralhome.com Arrangements are by the Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home of Oneonta.

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1921, in Saratoga Springs, the son of Jeremiah O’Neill and the former Lucille Sterk. He graduated from Saratoga Springs High School in 1938 and Union College in 1942, with a degree in electrical engineering.

He then went to work for General Electric as an engineer in several locations, servicing defense contracts with the Navy. He was later commissioned an officer in the Navy, and served on active duty from 1944 to 1946, including duty aboard the aircraft carrier USS Saidor, which he helped outfit with the latest in radar and communications equipment.

After the war, he went to work in the aerospace industry on Long Island, including time with Bell Aircraft and Lear Siegler, where he ultimately rose to the position of vice president of engineering and general manager.

In 1945, he married the former Jeannette Sanders of Fort Wayne, Ind., whom he had met while working for General Electric in Fort Wayne. They were married for over 60 years; Jeannette predeceased him in 2008.

An active Democrat, he was twice the Democratic candidate for state Assembly while living in the Town of Huntington on Long Island.

In 1967, he returned to Upstate New York and the Cooperstown area, ultimately settling in Fly Creek in 1974.

He served as a member and chair of the Town of Otsego Planning Board, and was instrumental in drafting the first planning law enacted in the town.

In the mid-1980s, he transformed himself from an electrical engineer to a civil engineer, and established a thriving consulting engineering practice out of his home in Fly Creek.

In addition to his daughter, Dr. Maureen O’Neill Fellows (Jonathan) of Cazenovia, he is survived by his son Sean J. O’Neill (Judith) of Virginia, 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

The memorial service will be at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 18, at the Tillapaugh Funeral Home in Cooperstown, with a reception to follow at Templeton Hall. Burial in St. Peter’s Cemetery, Saratoga Springs, will occur in the spring.

Funeral arrangements are under the care of Tillapaugh Funeral Home, Cooperstown.

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Catherine (Kate) D’Imperio, 90; Businesswoman, ‘Big Chuck’ Mom SIDNEY – Catherine (Kate) D’Imperio, a Sidney businesswoman and mother of Upstate historian and radio personality Chuck D’Imperio, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2017.

At the time of her passing, she was 90 years old and was surrounded by her family in her own home of more than 70 years in Sidney.

Kate was born on Sept. 7, 1926 in Brooklyn to Joseph and Anna Cody. She moved to Sidney with her parents at an early age and attended Sidney High School.

She and her husband, Don, owned several businesses on Sidney’s Main Street for over

four decades. These included a grocery store (Don’s Super Market), a restaurant (Don’s Subs), and a transportation business (Sidney Cab Company).

Although Kate had many interests outside of her business life, she mostly enjoyed her large family and was always a welcome companion to them at local events, a Mets game, a casino, a Barry Manilow concert or a road trip. Kate was particularly proud of the fact that she was the matriarch of one of the largest families ever to graduate from Sidney High School: all ten in her family are alumni. It is safe to say that “maroon and

white were always the colors that made her pulses throb.”

Kate was predeceased by her husCatherine band of D’Imperio 65 years, Don, and a granddaughter, Callie.

She is survived by her children: Fran (Richard) Martin, Kingston; Chuck (Trish) D’Imperio of Oneonta, the WCNY DJ; Jim (Sandy) D’Imperio of Houston, Texas; Susie (Gary) Whitham of Syra-

Margaret ‘Aunt Marge’ Mathews, 108; Oldest Member Of St. Mary’s Church ONEONTA – Margaret “Aunt Marge” Mathews, at 108 the oldest living parishioner at St. Mary’s Catholic Church and likely the oldest person in Oneonta, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2017, at Fox Nursing Home.

Margaret Mathews was born Margaret DeFiore, on Oct. 9, 1908, in East Meredith. She was the daughter of Pasquale DeFiore and Angelina Longo DeFiore. She married Thomas Mathews on Feb. 22, 1930.

Marge was predeceased by her husband, Thomas, in 1982, her three sisters, An-

toinette Angellotti, Domenica Bagnardi and Josephine Bagnardi, and several nieces and nephews.

She is survived by one nephew, Francis Angellotti (Barbara), of Guilderland, and three nieces, Natalie Schneider (Ralph) of Henderson, Nev., Angelina Lombardo of Albany, and Johanna Welge of Inwood, W. Va., and Carol Ann Bagnardi, wife of the late Albert Bagnardi, as well as many great nieces and great nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, Feb.

14, in St. Mary’s Church.

Burial will take place in the spring at Mount Calvary Cemetery, Emmons.

Contributions in Aunt Marge’s memory may be made to St. Mary’s Building Fund, 39 Walnut Street, Oneonta, NY 13820, the Salvation Army, 25 River Street, Oneonta, NY 13820, or Saturday’s Bread, 66 Chestnut Street, Oneonta, NY 13820.

Arrangements are entrusted to Lester R. Grummons Funeral Home Oneonta.

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cuse; Bob (Jan) D’Imperio of Lititz, Pennsylvania; Chris Dexheimer of Sidney; Mary Simonds of Sidney; and Teri (Tom) Schunk of Sidney. She leaves many grandchildren and greatgrandchildren.

A commemoration of Mrs. D’s life was held Saturday, Feb. 11, at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel. Burial was at Sidney Prospect Hill Cemetery.

Donations in memory of Kate D’Imperio may be made payable to Sidney EMS, 21 Liberty St., Suite 16 Sidney, NY. Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel Sidney.

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