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March 22, 2012

Countdown To Xfinity Seven Days To Go Before Sports Plaza Goes Live!

by Rory McGlasson

Spring has arrived, and there’s an air of excitement down the Sports Complex area with the grand opening of Xfinity Live! only seven days away.

Inside The Octagon

by Rory McGlasson Over 1,500 Mixed Martial Arts fans raised the roof at the Sheet Metal Workers Union Hall at Jimmy Binns’ Matrix Fights 5.

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STATUE of Kate Smith, famous for singing “God Bless America” at Flyers games at old Spectrum, greets visitors at Xfinity Live!

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Xfinity Live! Sports Complex Generates Buzz (Cont. From Page 2) But people of the Delaware Valley should not fear Sports Complex gridlock.

“What we have done here is a little unique,” said Johnson “We offer complimentary parking on non-event days at the Sports Complex.

“If you want to come here on a game day and watch the game from a 32-foot television, you can pay the nominal fee for parking.

The fee is $15, much less than downtown parking fees, Johnson said.

Johnson added that one hour after the event starts, though, parking becomes free again.

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ROB JOHNSON, VP of marketing at Xfinity Live! discusses features of Xfinty Live! Sports Complex. Behind Johnson, electricians work on giant NBC Arena 32-feet television screen. parking.

“That’s 20,000 parking spots,” Johnson said. “We

have ease of access along the I-95 corridor, I-76. and 476.”

The band is booked for the

opening: Third Eye Blind.

The bartenders, busers, chef, menus, dozens of beer varieties are all the check list.

It’s been three years since the wrecking ball demolished the old Spectrum -- coincidently Bruce Springsteen brings his Wrecking Ball world tour to the Wells Fargo center the same weekend Xfinty Live! opens.

Johnson, a native Philadelphian, keen Schuylkill rower, and former Flyers Marketing executive, has poured his energies night and day into the Xfinity Live! project. He is spending the last frantic days before opening hosting the media on tours.

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Maybel oh Maybel, your mind’s now at rest.

Meandering, mine are thoughts of the best.

Memories I’ve shared, moments with you For all the days we’ve fared… Mother, you.

Always will be the voice in my head Guiding me through life ‘til I too am dead Your kindness shall live on Through hearts you have graced Your patience shall burn on Through problems we’ll all face.

So Maybel, sweet Maybel Sweet mother of mine We’ll all miss you dearly Your spirit: divine.

Maybel, great Maybel You’ve always known best.

Take care, now Maybel Your soul’s now at rest. ....Geraldine Dougherty

Squilla Stops Towing On Broad St. (Cont. From Pae 3) wise, motorists risked being towed.

When PPA followed up on the Streets Dept. request, and followed up by distributed circulars along cars parked on the eastside of Broad Street from Washington Avenue to Snyder Avenue, constituents reached out to Squilla.

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A Requiem For “Maybel” A good friend of IBEW Local 98 recently lost his beloved wife. She was on a waiting list for a liver transplant, but unfortunately, her time was cut short before a suitable donor was found.

Popular DJ, John “Johnny Dee” Dougherty (no relation to Business Mgr. John J. Dougherty), who was the music man for many of Local 98’s affairs including the Pennsylvania Society party in New York, and his son Brian, suffered the loss last week. A 1963 graduate of St. Maria Goretti HS, Geraldine Pomilio was a lover of the Jersey shore.

“As a teenager, my wife worked at a five and dime on the boardwalk”, said Dougherty.”

“She would run out every

free moment to hit the beach!

She loved music and dancing.

In 1983, I was doing a show in Delaware County. The company she worked for, Airborne Express was in the house. She was just so pretty. We danced.

Afterwards she gave me her phone number and told me that not many guys had that number.

She was living with her parents.

It was to the phone in her bedroom. She was my best friend and I truly miss her so much.”

After their courtship and marriage, they were blessed with Brian, a creative son who now goes to the Art Institute.

His pet name for his mom was Maybel. His original elegy for her sums up the feelings and heartache both he and his father share.

Councilman Mark Squilla ...FIRST DISTRICT cles for street cleaning has been a moot issue in the 1st Dist. for three years.

Previously, Councilman Frank Di Cicco had lifted the Street Dept.’s “Friday moving” ban.

That was because the east side of Broad Street has a community group that periodically cleans curbs and pavements.

Squilla’s immediate response has rescinded the order.

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INSIDE THE OCTAGON during interval at Matrix Fights 5 held at Sheet metal Workers Union Hall are from left: IBEW Local 98 Business Agent, Brian Stevenson; Super-lawyer, Jimmy Binns, Sr; Wendy Harrison, General Manager, SugarHouse Casino; MMA fighter Sam Orepeza; promoter Jimmy Binns Jr.; Daniel Stevenson, SugarHouse Casino; Phillip “Big Phil” Migliarese Jr., Christopher Widell, SugarHouse Casino; Joseph Rafter; John Ranere, VP Casino Marketing, SugarHouse Casino; and Matrix Fights executive, Phil Migliarese III. A giant television screen beamed the fights inside the main concession hall from a projection screen that was hung across the concession area. Fans could buy tokens for beer and wine, fish sandwiches -- it was Friday -- and cheesesteaks and watch from the concessions.

Fight fans also picked up the new Matrix Fights shirts

at the door.

Inside the main function room, fight fans were seated in various levels. Some looked on from what is usually the staging area at the union, cheering their favorite fighter on. It was hard to find a bad seat in the house. Others, though, preferred the VIP sections that were closer to the infamous Octagon.

Former Pennsylvania Boxing Commissioner Jimmy Binns, Sr. was one of many dignitaries in attendance on Friday night.

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Agent Brian Stevenson; John Ranere, VP of casino marketing at SugarHouse Casino; Wendy Harrison, General Manager, SugarHouse Casino; and Dan Stevenson of SugarHouse were also in attendance.

The gleaming sheet-metal beams that the Union best known for created a unique backdrop and lighting effect for the TV cameras as they zoomed in on the fighters.

Promoter Jimmy Binns, Jr. said he would bring fights to the union hall again, but noted Matrix Fights is be-

coming so popular that alternative venues, such as a casino hall, might be more appropriate next year.

In Philadelphia, “Professor” Phil Migliarese -- as his students refer to him -- runs the popular Balance Studios, 108-114 S Bonsall Street, which he co-owns with his brother Ricardo.

Migliarese is a trainer, training partner and coach to UFC and MMA fighters as well as World and Pan-Am Champions. He has schools in Center City, Northeast Philadelphia and across the

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(Cont. From Page 1) MMA fights fans went home happy after crowd favorite, Sam Orepeza defeated Aung La Nsang in the main event.

Now in its fifth year, Matrix Fights has a burgeoning reputation for bringing topclass MMA fight cards to the region.

Matrix Fights 5 was broadcast live on the HDNet -- it was screened nationally, and will be rebroadcast internationally. “We could have added more seats, packed people in and sold more tickets, but we wanted to give fight fans more of a intimate experience,” said Matrix Fights executive Phil Migliarese. “I think by the reaction of fans, everyone enjoyed the action.”

Then Union Hall, located at Washington Avenue & Delaware Avenue, is usually rented for corporate and nonprofit functions, but this was the first time the facility was used for a MMA event.

Migliarese said the event took over one year to prepare.

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nation, with affiliations across the world. Phil will be in Ireland in two weeks at an affiliate club.

The Migliarese brothers, both native South Philadelphians, were celebrating in and out of the Octagon over the weekend. While Phil spent the evening co-hosting Matrix Fights 5 -- prepping his fighters, hosting VIP’s and MMA executives -- he was constantly on his phone to his brother Ricardo, whose wife gave birth to their first child, Natalia Migliarese, the next day at a nearby hospital.

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Brown Hosts 7th Leaders Salute

Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown hosted her 7th Annual Next Generation of Leaders: Rising Stars event sponsored

by Verizon at City Hall before a crowd of 250.

CBS3’s Erika von Tiehl served as Mistress of Ceremonies and recording artist Carol Riddick wowed the crowd with a performance of the song “A Better Me,” from her album “Moments Like This.”

Speakers included Mayor Michael A. Nutter who introduced his Director of Communications and Strategic Partnerships, Desiree Peterkin Bell who gave one of two keynote addresses, focused on “Promise of Rising Stars.” Before coming to Philadelphia, Peterkin Bell worked for Mayors Michael Bloomberg in New York City and Corey Booker in Newark, NJ. She challenged awardees to “make themselves uncomfortable” as they climb the ladder.

Judge Renee Cardwell Hughes, CEO of the Red Cross of Southeastern Pennsylvania

gave the second keynote address focused on the “Power of Women” and challenged the audience to: “Each one, reach one, teach one,” by seeking out young women to mentor, and to “be informed by history, but don’t be a slave to tradition” as they try to put their own stamp on the world.

Councilwoman Reynolds Brown encouraged attendees to use Twitter to share their favorite moments and inspirational quotes from the evening. Crowd favorites from the Councilwoman’s speech include -- on choosing your circle of women: Don’t spend major time with minor people”; on networking: “It’s not about getting a ‘hook-up.’ Disavow that word from your vocabulary. It’s about cultivating and developing relationships that last a lifetime.” On the need for more women on corporate boards and in elected office: “In politics, if you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu.” On hard work: “Set your priorities, then burn the midnight oil to honor those priorities.”

Next Generation of Rising Stars

MARKING Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown’s 7th annual “Next Generation of Leaders—Rising Stars” were this group shown here, including Victoria A. Mosley Rivers, President of Philadelphia ON AGENDA, Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. in white jacket. Brown introduces MC Erika von Tiehl of CBS 3.

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Roofers Over Rep. John Taylor’s Head

UNION BACKERS poured out for at St. Pat’s fundraiser at Roofers’ McCullough Hall in Torresdale for State Rep. John Taylor, 3rd from left. Teamsters were out in force, joining one of their leaders, Dan Grace, 2nd from left.

STATE REP. John Taylor’s warmly greeted by constituents at swinging party in McCullough Hall.

Sharing moment with him are, from left, Ernie Lavelle, Bernadette Sterling and John Parry.

WELCOMING A.G. hopeful Kathleen Kane, WARD LEADER Carol Jenkins denies center, to University City are community lead- charge by challenger Fatimah Muhamers, from left, Councilwoman Jannie Black- mad’s supporter Barbara Chavous, right, well, Democrat 27th Ward Leader Carol that she had offered unequal time to presJenkins, Friends of Clark Park President Erin ent alongside incumbent State Rep. Jim Engelstad and Past President Ed Halligan.

Roebuck at 27th Ward candidates night. cause you informed me that it have always offered fair and Roebuck, by contrast, opwas your intention to allow open access to all candidates poses voucher programs, Mr. Roebuck to speak for 30 at our events.” which he says would hurt edminutes and provide me with Muhammad’s letter had ucation overall. So does just 10 minutes to speak, I have been circulated in advance to Councilwoman Jannie Blackconcluded that it is not your in- some of the committeepersons well, who chairs a similar tention to host an honest, legit- of the 27th Ward. Many at- Education Committee in City imate forum.” Muhammad tendees came prepared to Council as does Roebuck in continued Jenkins had “never hammer Roebuck with hard- the State House. Blackwell gotten a confirmation from hitting questions. also addressed the ward meetme” that she would attend the This race reveals a rivalry ing briefly Monday night. meeting – a claim Chavous between two political teams This wasn’t the first time firmly insisted on during the who disagree fiercely over ed- hostilities have broken out meeting, often interrupting the ucation policy. Muhammad, a over school choice in this presentation to protest.

27-year-old University of neighborhood. Williams’ team Jenkins disputed Muham- Pennsylvania graduate, is has leafleted Roebuck’s dismad’s account of their conver- backed by State Sen. Anthony trict door to door in the past, sation. “I told her there would Williams of the 8th Dist., an belaboring him for opposing be no debate, but both Roebuck outspoken supporter of school Williams’ measure, SB 1, and she would get 10-15 min- choice who has authored am- which stalled in the General utes to present and then could bitious legislation that would Assembly last year after gettake questions afterward.” allot students in failed public ting a strong release.

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Both the National AFLCIO General Board and its joint member, the PA AFL:CIO General Board has voted “proudly and enthusiastically” to endorse President Barack Obama for a second term.

“We are pleased with this announcement as we are gearing up our political program,” Pennsylvania AFL-CIO President Richard Bloomingdale said. “To ensure working families’ voices are heard and social values are shared in an economy that works for all.”

Pennsylvania has over one million union members throughout the Commonwealth.

“This election is all about

Bob Casey Continues Leading GOP Nominees

Former State Rep. Sam Rohrer continues to lead the GOP US Senate field heading toward the Apr. 24 primary, but he trails Casey by 15 points. Though polls show Rohrer is the strongest candidate in the five-man Republican field to take on Bob Casey, he runs behind Casey leads Rohrer 49% to 34%. Rohrer presently holds double-digit leads over his primary opponents.

Peg Luksik, who challenged Pat Toomey in the 2010 GOP primary for U.S. Senate, has formed a super PAC to boost Rohrer.

Though Casey approval holds steady, the latest Quinnipiac poll reports he still hasn’t cracked the magic 50% threshold.

Quinnipiac also puts Santorum over Romney 36%-22% in the Keystone State. Santorum has the support of about (Cont. Page 6)

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FORMER State Rep. Harold James told 27th Ward audience he is only candidate for reelection in special election on Apr. 24 to fill vacant 186th seat, but will not seek general election in November. month; there is more at stake than a State House seat.

who is on your side,” Pennsylvania AFL-CIO SecretaryTreasurer Frank Snyder adds.

“Ultimately, the road to the White House goes through Pennsylvania.”

The Philadelphia AFLCIO, said its president Pat Eiding, “is already on board.”

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by Joe Shaheeli A lively candidates’ night staged by the 27th Ward Democrat Committee erupted with charges and countercharges Monday night, revealing a sharp split between two factions which have long dominated West Philadelphia politics.

The well-attended meeting featured two top-of-the-ticket statewide candidates for Attorney General, assistant DA Kathleen Kane and former Congressman Patrick Murphy. But it was a State Rep race – and one candidate who didn’t show – which triggered a major controversy.

Ward Leader Carol Jenkins had met challenger Fatimah Muhammad in Clark Park, where public life takes place in University City, and invited her to address the 27th Ward’s candidates’ night alongside veteran incumbent State Rep. Jim Roebuck of the 188th Dist., minority chair of the House Education Committee.

Muhammad’s name was on the program, but the candidate was a no-show. In her place sat her campaign consultant Barbara Chavous, who repeated a charge made by Muhammad in a letter to Jenkins dated Friday that Jenkins had denied her equal time.

Muhammad wrote, “Be-

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(Cont. From Page 5) a third of his former Republican constituents and comes within one point of President Obama in a matchup here, compared to a 6-point deficit for Mitt Romney.

Santorum will speak to the PLC Conservative Conference at its conference in Harrisburg, Mar. 24.

Hoping to catch up, Romney will be airing TV commercials showing he has a strong commitment from former Gov. Tom Ridge, who was also the first Secretary of Homeland Security.

Voter Photo ID Bill Stirs Pot

A broad-based and diverse coalition of citywide organizations – organized by the nonpartisan Committee of 70 and former City Managing Director Joe Certaine – has launched a rigorous nonpartisan campaign to educate every Philadelphia voter what the new photo-ID state law will require of them.

City Council Majority Leader Curtis Jones, Jr. and Pete Matthews, president of AFSCME District Council 33, participated in the coalition’s initial planning session.

“It will take an army fanning out across the city to get the word out,” said Zack Stalberg, 70’s president and

MARKING opening of campaign headquarters on NWC of Broad & Dickinson is 186th Dist. candidate Damon Roberts, Esq., center, and his staff of supporters.

CEO. “Voter ID is not a an edited version of the video Democratic or Republican to reporters in an attempt to issue. It doesn’t matter which embarrass her. The video candidate you support. No ended with an exhortation to one should be denied the right call Josephs and ask her to deto vote because they lack an bate. She called this the secacceptable voter ID.” ond negative assault from the Groups and individuals in- Sims campaign in less than a terested in participating month. should contact Dan Bright at “While Brian was emailing dbright@seventy.org or (215) YouTube movies and whining 557-3600, ext. 124. about debates, Babette was in All 17 members of Phila- Harrisburg fighting for samedelphia City Council have sex marriage,” said Julia designated a liaison to work Ramsey, Josephs’ campaign manager. “On the eve of a with the coalition.

Are Gloves Off critical vote on a constituIn 182nd Primary? tional amendment that would State Rep. Babette Josephs ban same-sex marriage, Brian (D-S. Phila.), who earlier felt Sims told his followers to call assured her opponent Brian Babette’s Harrisburg office Sims’ pledge to keep the cam- and ask her to pay more attenpaign for the Democrat nomi- tion to Brian Sims. There’s nation in her legislative district something wrong when the ison the issues, believes the sues he claims to hold dear gloves have come off. take a back seat to his own While Josephs was in Har- ego.” risburg battling for voting “There were so many peorights, women’s reproductive ple in that committee hearing health and same-sex mar- who had traveled there to fight riage, she reports Sims sent for the right to marry,” said

Josephs. “After the vote was canceled, I spoke to several stake holders, many of whom represented organizations dedicated to equality, and I encouraged them because the fight is not over.”

Josephs and Sims will participate in a debate organized by Center City Residents Association and other local organizations on Apr. 17.

NOW Involved In 202nd Primary

The Philly chapter of the National Organization for Women PAC has endorsed State Rep. Mark Cohen’s (D-N. Phila.)

Democratic primary challenger Numa St. Louis. This comes as a surprise.

Terri Falbo, its local president, said, “Numa St. Louis is unequivocal in his support for women’s rights — especially of women’s access to health care.”

Will Mega Almost Had His Wish

State Rep. Louise Williams Bishop (D-W. Phila.), who is seeking a 13th two-year term, will remain on the Apr. 24 Democratic primary election ballot despite admitting she signed as the circulator on some nominating petitions that were really circulated by a friend.

Commonwealth Court Judge Renee Cohn Jubelirer ruled Bishop could withdraw those petition pages, which still left her with enough valid

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Kralle Plan Combats Child Sexual Abuse

Believing he has as lock over his GOP primary opponent John McCann, Dave Kralle is looking ahead to the general election, releasing a plan that seeks to give meaning to laws currently on the books and further the battle against perpetrators of child sexual abuse in Pennsylvania.

“For too long, Pennsylvania’s laws have not served our children. Sexual predators routinely escape justice through technical loopholes in the current law. My plan will ensure these individuals cannot hide from the law and our children and their families can hopefully begin to realize a little bit of justice,” said Kralle.

If elected, he would remove the criminal statute of limitations for sexual abuse against children and remove the civil statute of limitations for sexual abuse against children among other loopholes.

City GOP Names More Ward Leaders

Republican City Committee has announce new ward leadership positions. Expected to take the helm of the 49th is former mayoral candidate Karen Brown. Others named include Mike Bowells in the 16th, and Lee Buchanan in the13th.

Mark Collazzo has been named to the Republican leadership in the 58th Ward, Some Caucuses Have Not Endorsed

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(See “City Hall Sam”).

At press time, the 186th had endorsed former State Rep. Harold James for the special election, but no one in the general. Ward leaders were waiting for challenges to two of the aspirants for the Democrat seat to end before coming up with an endorsement. Jordan Harris seems to have the edge.

In the 179th, no caucus had been convened with State Rep. Tony Payton (D-Kensington) expected to get the endorsement over James “Scoot” Clay, who has shown signs he will be a feisty contender.

Clay was born, raised, and still lives in the 179th Legislative Dist.’s Frankford neighborhood. As the son of Rev. James, Sr., an associate minister of 2nd Baptist Church, and the late Francis Clay, the former president of the East Frankford Civic Association, Scoot has been involved in his neighborhoods from an early age.

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Closing The Del. Loophole Pennsylvania pay the shell company to use the copyrights, patents and trademarks, reducing its taxable income here.

Companies often use Delaware because it does not tax royalty income.

The Reed bill would still allow companies to deduct expenses for trademarks, copyrights and patents by simply claiming it is for a legitimate business purpose. Other states with similar legislation require the companies to demonstrate why these deductions are legitimate, but the Reed bill would put the burden of proof on the Pennsylvania Dept. of Revenue to prove they are not valid. The bill presumes any of these transactions done at market prices is legitimate.

The Reed bill also would allow multistate corporations to claim a credit for taxes paid in other states and deduct

those expenses in Pennsylvania. And it would allow companies to shift income out of state by deducting interest on loans from related companies – another tax-avoidance strategy used by corporations.

In short, the Reed bill is one big tax loophole dressed up to look like a fix to another tax loophole. It’s smoke and mirrors, and it doesn’t come close to delivering real tax fairness to Pennsylvania.

In contrast to the Reed bill, a bill I introduced last year would close the Delaware loophole, as well as a wide array of other loopholes that allow corporations to dodge paying their fair share of taxes in Pennsylvania.

My bill, HB 1396, is widely considered to be the most-comprehensive approach to solving the corporate loophole problem. It would require corporations and their subsidiaries to jointly file one tax report and pay taxes according to the amount of business activity conducted in Pennsylvania. Twenty-three other states have enacted combined reporting legislation.

Unfortunately, it’s clear Gov. Tom Corbett and the (Cont. Page 26)

Mark Your Calendar Mar. 22- “Touch of Class” fundraiser for State Sen. Shirley M. Kitchen at 6040 Belfield Ave., 5-7 p.m. Wine and cheese reception. For info and to volunteer for her campaign, call (215) 848-1283.

Mar. 22- Reception for State Senate candidate Alfonso Gambone at IATSE Ballrm., 2401 S. Swanson St., 6-10 p.m. Music, open bar, buffet.

Tickets $100, couples $175, tables $675. For info www.votegambone.com.

Mar. 23- 82nd Airborne’s All American Dinner and awards ceremony at Iron Workers 401 Union Ha., 11600 Norcom Rd., 6 p.m. Gov. Ed Rendell speaker. Tickets $35, includes dinner, dessert open bar, entertainment. Make checks payable to 82nd Airborne/HM Chapter and mail to 1818 Market St., 13th fl., Phila. PA 19103.

Mar. 23- Bernice Hill hosts Democrat 63rd Ward Spring Fling at American Legion Post 810, 9151 Old Newton Rd., 7-11 p.m. DJ, dancing, drinks, refreshments, raffle.

RSVP (215) 698-9421.

Mar. 25- Annual Men’s Day Breakfast in Fellowship Hall, Zion Baptist Church, 3600 N. Broad St., 8 a.m. Speaker Michael A. Rashid, President and CEO AmeriHealth Mercy.

Donation $8.

Mar. 25- Fishtown Neighbors Association announces 2012 Chili Cook-Off at Skybox at 2424 Studios, 2424 E. York St., 1-4 p.m.

Mar. 26- Congressman Bob Brady takes to airwaves via WURD 800 AM at Woodlawn Village Restaurant, 5234 Woodland Ave., 7-10 a.m.

For info Andale (215) 7246600.

Mar. 27-29 AFL-CIO State Convention hosted by Phila.

Council AFL-CIO President Pat Eiding at Sheraton Downtown Hotel, 17th & Race Sts. Mar. 28: COPE Dinner.

Mar. 29- 66A Ward Leader Shawn Dillon hosts fundraiser for Ed Neilson, Democrat State Rep candidate, at Bridgeman’s Ha., 11600 Norcom Rd., 7-9 p.m. Tickets $30. Beef and beer. For info Shawn Dillon (215) 637-6360.

Mar. 29- State Rep. Rosita Youngblood hosts fundraiser at Finnigan’s Wake, 3rd & Spring Garden Sts., 7-9:30 p.m. Dinner, open bar, dancing. Tickets

$75. For info (215) 745-4306.

Mar. 29- Fundraiser for State Rep. Pam DeLissio at All Seasons Wash & Lube, 6722 Ridge Ave., 5:30 p.m. For info (215) 808-9167. Sponsor: $150, Friend: $75. Bring checks or send to DeLissio State House Campaign, POB 46-606, Phila., PA 19127.

Mar. 30- Fish Fry fundraiser for State Rep candidate James “Scoot” Clay at Wilson Amer. Legion Post, 2006 Orthodox St., 6-9 p.m. Food, wine and beer. Tickets $20.

Mar. 30- Retirement Party for Jimmy Lewis, School District, at Philadelphia Ballrm., 2041 Hornig Rd., 7 p.m. Open bar, Dinner, Music. $45. Make checks payable to J. Lewis Retirement. For info Bob DeVincent (215) 651-8009 or Fran Kelly (215) 964-4775.

Mar. 31- 38th Ward Family Style Cookin’ Party at 3521 Bowman St., 1-5 p.m. $20.

Apr. 1- Fundraiser for Denise Furey, GOP candidate for 2nd Dist. Alternate Delegate to Republican National Committee at 4256 Regent Sq., on 43rd St. between Woodland and Chester Aves., 4 p.m. Entertainment by Magician Randy Shine. Tickets $40. For info (215) 387-7300.

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by State Rep. Phyllis Mundy The issue of closing the much-maligned “Delaware loophole” in Pennsylvania has made quite a few headlines in recent weeks.

But don’t be fooled by claims that a new bill, backed by the Republican majority in the State House, would finally close the Delaware loophole.

It won’t.

That bill, introduced in January by State Rep. Dave Reed (R-Indiana) has been hailed as a way to close the Delaware loophole. Unfortunately, his bill falls far short of that goal.

Under current tax law, multistate corporations avoid paying Pennsylvania’s Corporate Net Income tax by setting up shell companies in Delaware to hold copyrights, patents and trademarks. Multistate corporations that do business in

The Public Record • March 22, 2012

The just-passed, very controversial voter-ID law means Pennsylvanians must now identify themselves to poll workers with a legitimate photo such as a driver’s license or some other government-issued photo ID before they can enter the booth.

Democrats are in unison this is a Republican trick to disqualify many of President Obama’s senior voters and others, either too poor to have a photo ID or do not have a driver’s license.

Republicans say it is necessary because it is another way to cut down on chicanery at the polls, especially where one party is dominant and the other has no presence, as is the case in hundreds of election districts (divisions) in this town.

Whether or not the rationale on both sides is legitimate doesn’t matter.

What does is the fact this law presents a golden opportunity to Party regulars, such as ward leaders and committeepersons, to canvass their respective divisions, search out those in need of proper photo IDs and make sure they get one. It would mean, at the least, driving them to the nearest PennDOT licensing office for a picture ID. In the process, it is obvious they will also find individuals who need to register and who may also need absentee ballots.

Now all that remains is for the Party organizations to get their troops off their butts and into the field.

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Schmidt Packs ’Em In (Cont. From Page 6) basketball for Deni Playground. Scoot also serves on the 2nd Baptist Church Van Ministry.

REPUBLICAN City Commissioner Al Schmidt, a key player He and his wife, Shakeya, on City Commission, attracted key backers to a fundraiser at live in Frankford with their Tír na nÓg on Parkway last week. Among guests at this affair four children. were, from left, Joe DeFelice, Phila. director of Republican In the 197th, still without State Committee of Penna.; corporate-communications expert an endorsement and by ballot Dennis Powell; Schmidt; Republican 5th Ward Leader Mike order are Jose Miranda, KenCibik; IBEW Local 98 Business Agent Brian Stevenson; and neth Walker, James Johnson, Loyal Opposition leader Kevin Kelly.

Ms. Jewel Williams and Jamil Ali. Ms. Williams has the support of her dad, Sheriff Jewell Public Hearing Notice Williams ,who vacated the seat The Committee on Education of the Council of the City the beginning of the year of the of Philadelphia will hold a Public Hearing Tuesday, March 16th Ward. Jose Miranda has 27, 2012, at 9:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear been active in the city’s census testimony on the following items: efforts.

120029 Resolution authorizing the Council Committee on Mike Jones, the only blind Education to conduct hearings to examine the challenger in Philadelphia, esPhiladelphia School District’s discipline policy and caped a hit on his petitions in the recent report “Zero Tolerance in Philadelphia” his effort to unseat Rep. by the Advancement Project and Youth United for Michelle Brownlee in the Change, which documents the negative and dispro195th. His attorney was J. portionate effect of zero tolerance discipline poliMatthew Wolfe. cies on poor and minority students.

Tracey Gordon Trial Tomorrow 120088 Resolution calling on the City Council Committee Whether or not a ward on Education to Hold Hearings on Changes in leader can ostracize and ignore Schools and Their Impact on Neighborhoods in a newly elected committeeperWhich they Reside. son is the question at stake as Immediately following the public hearing, a meeting of the Court weighs in on the 40B the Committee on Education, open to the public, will be Ward’s right to not recognize held to consider the action to be taken on the above listed Tracey Gordon, the 24th Diviitems. sion committee lady as a memCopies of the foregoing items are available in the Office ber of its Executive Committee. of the Chief Clerk of the Council, Room 402, City Hall.

Hearing was postponed from Michael A. Decker Tuesday until tomorrow at 1 Chief Clerk p.m. in City Hall Room 682.

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Patrick Murphy’s contributions from labor unions have helped him close the gap with Kathleen Kane, his opponent in Democratic primary for Attorney General. Though he still trails Kathleen Kane by over $800,000 , that gap is expected to close.

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ST. PATRICK’S Day Grand Marshal John Dougherty, center, enjoys Irish Day luncheon celebration flanked by, from left, Michael Lauer, Judge Joe Waters, Councilman Bill Green, Mike Driscoll, Marita Crawford, Dougherty, Patrick Boyle and Joseph Rafter, Sr.

COUNCILMEN Bobby Henon and William Green follow a tradition of planting shamrock during Irish Memorial service, for good luck of all Americans. Memorial President Photo: Joe Stivala Kathleen Sullivan looks on.

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Lunching The Irish Way….

IS ROBERT HEENAN, Heavy Equipment Operators’ Union Leader, belting out an Irish tune? Song seems enjoyable by Ed Coryell, Carpenter’s Union president, and Robert Sweeney, business manager of Local 399 Iron Workers, from New Jersey. Event took place at the Irish Society St. Patrick’s Day Lunch in Finnigan’s Wake. Photo: Joe Stivala

STAR OF Irish Society lunch was State Rep. Eugene De Pasquale, Democrat candidate for State Auditor General. Giving him high grades were Jack O’Rourke, Local 830 Teamsters business agent; Jim DiVergilis, Esq.; Ed Coryell, Carpenters’ leader; and Brian Stevenson, Local 98 IBEW political director. Photo: Joe Stivala

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by Michael P. Boyle, Esq. The Social Security Administration must take into account all of your impairments in deciding whether you are disabled. This includes mental impairments such as depression, anxiety and mental retardation.

To establish the presence

of a severe mental impairment, you must be able to show that you suffer from a mental disorder which significantly limits your ability to do basic work activities. This includes understanding, carrying out, and remembering work instructions, using judgment, responding appropri-

ately to supervision, coworkers, and usual work situations, and dealing with changes in a routine work setting. SSA must consider your ability to get along with others and your ability to concentrate on job tasks in determining whether you can work.

To prove a mental impairment, you must generally present evidence that you are under treatment by a licensed psychiatrist or psychologist.

Many family doctors pre-

scribe antidepressants or medications that ease anxiety.

SSA must consider such evidence, but it does not carry as much weight as treatment notes from a mental-health provider. SSA will look at therapy-session records, medications you take, hospitalizations, and treating source opinions about how your mental illness limits your ability to work. SSA will also consider the impact of drug and alcohol addiction on your

ability to function.

Many people are diagnosed with DAA and another mental impairment. If DAA is found to be a contributing factor material to a determination of disability, you will not be found disabled unless you can show your mental illness

would make you unable to work in the absence of DAA. The bottom line: You need to get treated by a mental health professional and to stop drinking or using illegal drugs if you hope to obtain disability or SSI benefits due to mental illness.

THIS IS the door that is never closed to the poor and hungry from anywhere in the city. Richard & Christine DeJesus and family devote their lives to feeding poor. We incorrectly gave the address as 2916 E. Venango.

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And switching from sugarsweetened to diet soft drinks doesn’t provide protection from weight gain, either. The researchers from the University of Texas Health Science Center found people who drink diet soft drinks don’t lose weight; they gain. Their risk of obesity was even higher than those who drank sugary sodas.

Women who drink one sugary soda a day double their risk

a debt. This debt is usually an old payday loan or small debt the debtor may have long forgotten. These phone calls are intimidating and threatening.

However, arrest is highly unlikely in most circumstances.

The Bankruptcy Code provides for an automatic stay under 11 USC 362, which forbids the collection or the attempt to collect a debt. There are very few exceptions to this automatic stay (priority debt such as family support or recent taxes are usually excepted) Most debts are covered by the stay and the debtor is protected from such collection attempts. However, these debt collectors don’t care about the

automatic stay – they just want their money and will use any tactic that may possibly work.

And fear usually works.

Because these debt-collectors violate federal laws, the bankruptcy law doesn’t scare them. Each week, I get reports from my bankruptcy clients of heavily accented debt-collectors threatening them for non-payment of debts. If you get one of these calls or emails, report it to your bankruptcy attorney so the attorney can attempt to locate the company in order to either file a lawsuit or threaten a lawsuit if the behavior doesn’t stop.

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of developing Type 2 diabetes when compared with women who drank less than one a month, suggests a study from Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston.

And research from the Framingham Heart Study found drinking one or more sodas a day, whether regular or diet, increases the risk of metabolic syndrome, a group of risk factors which increases the odds of both diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Drinking two or more soft drinks a week almost doubles the risk of developing pancreatic cancer compared to people who do not drink them. Researchers followed 60,524 men and women in the Singapore Chinese Health Study for 14 years. They found those who consumed two or more soft drinks per week (averaging five per week) had an 87% increased risk compared with individuals who did not drink sodas.

Phosphoric acid, which gives

drinks their “bite”, leaches calcium from bones, and diet sodas are just as much at fault as those sweetened with sugar. Researchers at Walter Reed Medical Center found diet sodas drain both calcium and phosphorus from the bones of healthy women, putting them at risk for osteoporosis.

In addition to the increased risk of cavities by the sugar in soft drinks, phosphoric acid — present in all fizzy drinks — causes tooth enamel to erode by

changing the pH of saliva, leaving yellow teeth that are more prone to decay.

Danish researchers found men who were heavy cola drinkers — a quart or more a day — lowered their sperm counts by 30% when compared to those men who didn’t drink cola. And a study funded by the European Union found just one diet cola a day increased the risk of miscarriage by 38%. Moms who drank four or more colas a day raised their risk by up to 78%.

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According to a survey conducted by the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and Columbia University Medical Center, soft drinks contribute heavily to obesity. Highfructose corn syrup seems to be more at fault for weight gain than regular sugar. Researchers at Princeton University found rats who were fed high-fructose corn syrup gained 47% more weight than rats who were fed an equal number of calories, but without

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A new study has found a single can of diet soda a day increases the risk of heart disease by 43% and can cause liver damage similar to that seen in alcoholics.

With soda consumption at a quart each day for every man, woman, and child, according to the National Soft Drink Association, drinkers are inputting a tremendous toll on their health.

The most obvious effect is the soaring rate of obesity.

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2012: Police Vs. Fire

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Ring Honors Cohen POLICE OFFICER Sammy Sanchez congratulates Firefighter boxing coach Freddy Baker as he ac- FOP PRESIDENT John McNesby welcomes USA cepts team trophy for Firefighters who prevailed in Boxing official Fred Druding, Jr. to annual Police vs. Fire charity boxing matches. this year’s charity boxing matches.

South Philly’s Brian Cohen his stable. But the Ring magazine award was based on his management of his three female boxers who are WIBA Super Featherweight Champ Melissa “Huracán” Hernández of Miami, NABF Super Featherweight Champ Ronica “Queen” Jeffrey of Brooklyn, and New York State Featherweight Champ Nydia Feliciano of the Bronx.

REFEREE Mike McCarney and former City Commissioner candidate Blair Talmadge were part of the capacity crowd at the National Guard Armory for the annual Police vs. Fire charity boxing matches.

VBA President Charlie Sgrillo, Attorney General candidate Patrick Murphy, and USA Boxing official Fred Druding, Jr., were all ringside to support Philly’s police and firefighters.

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A local former professional boxer who is now managing boxers just received a very prestigious honor in the world of boxing. Ring magazine, long hailed as the “Bible of Boxing”, has named South Philly’s Brian Cohen as the 2011 Female Boxing Manager of the Year.

Cohen boxed as a super-middleweight finishing his career with a 15-2 record. Dubbed a road warrior, he competed in 11 different states and New Zealand. A hard puncher, 14 of his 15 wins came by knockout.

But now the 35-year-old has followed in his father’s footsteps turning to boxing management. Brian’s dad Ivan Cohen has been managing boxers for three decades, including former Jr.Middleweight Champion Buster Drayton.

Overall, Cohen has eight boxers in

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More Pictures From The Record’s ‘Public Servant of Year’

GATHERED to congratulate Register of Wills Ron Donatucci on his being named Public Record’s “Public Servant of Year” were Congressman Bob Brady, Council members Marian Tasco and Kenyatta JohnPhoto: Bonnie Squires son, and Sharif Street.

POLITICS and more politics dominated conversation of Ken Adams, Record columnist Maria Merlino, and Ward Leaders Bill Dolbow and Robert Dellavella honoring Ron Donatucci. Photo: Bonnie Squires

HONORABLE Ron Donatucci donated Public Record check given to him by Advertising Director John David, left, as part of his Public Servant of Year award to Wills Eye Hospital, which he serves as Board member. Receiving check was Hospital CEO Joseph Bilson as Stephanie Donatucci looks Photo: Kate Clarke on.

DEVELOPER Charles Hannah and Judge Karen Shreeves-Johns wishes State Rep. Harold James well on his coming campaign to retake his 186th Legislative Dist. seat.

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TELLING an old tale, Hon. Ron Donatucci has Publisher and Editor Jim Tayoun laughing loud and long.

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STATE REPS. Mark Cohen and Jim Roebuck were among many state legislators sharing evening with guest of honor Ron Donatucci. All three are Central HS Photo: Bonnie Squires gradates.

COMMITTEEWOMAN Kathy Huggins joins Judge Paula Patrick at Public Record gala.

Judge Patrick was among a dozen from judiciary who turned out to honor Register of Photo: Bonnie Squires Wills Ron Donatucci.

PUBLIC RECORD staffers Haifa & William Hanna flank Dolores Tayoun, wife of Editor Jim Tayoun, who spends great amount of time making sure his photos carry correct information and name spelling.

DISTRICT ATTORNEY Seth Williams, right, shares this photo with fiscal watchdog Brett Mandel. Both were among scores of city VIPs attending Public Servant of Year gala.

Photo: Bonnie Squires

RENEWING old acquaintances, Ron Donatucci thanks Kevin Price for bringing along his dad, retired Committeeman Bill Price.

SHARING MOMENT with Ron Donatucci are Kathy Huggins, Melonease Shaw and Councilwoman Marian Tasco.

Red Ball Rolls Out

CEO Judge Renee Cardwell Hughes, right, Mayor Nutter’s Chief of Staff and Deputy Mayor Everette Gillison and his wife Elaine Gillison, to annual Red Ball hosted by Red Cross of Southeastern PENNA. left, at Please TouchMuseum.

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FROM LEFT, State Sen. Larry Farnese, a regular attendee at Red Ball, brought along friends Tiffany Tran and Rob Molinaro.

ModSpace was prime sponsor of event once again, and CEO Charles Paquin was delighted close to $300,000 was raised for Red Cross House - The Center for Disaster Recovery House.

PECO IS ANOTHER major sponsor of Red Ball, and the company was represented by, from left, Dennis James; Romy Diaz, Jr., PECO VP of governmental and external affairs; and Melisa & Frank Moffa. Frank Moffa is manager of PECO’s construction and maintenance.

Over 1200 supporters attended gala.

FROM LEFT, Thomas D. Hays, III, CTP, chairman of the board of the Red Cross of S.E. Penna.; Red Cross CEO Judge Renee Cardwell Hughes; and ModSpace CEO Charles Paquin. ModSpace was once again prime sponsor of Red Ball, which attracted over 1200 supporters and VIPs to Please Touch Museum event.

JUDGE BERYL SCHILLER attended not just to support Red Cross, but also to scope out Please Touch Museum, which will be the site of his daughter’s wedding this summer.

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Because I know myself better than anyone, I decided a long time ago I’d never buy myself a gun.

Why? Because my Jackass Tolerance has whittled down to nothing over the last 47 years and I may decide to bust a cap in a jackass when I come across one. Seeing that as a reporter I come across jackasses often, I’d probably be considered a serial killer if given a proper firearm.

But while being a reporter means I come across jackasses often, the torrent of jackasses has been more like a flood of late.

Between the battle over birth control, something I thought we all had settled already, to Voter ID laws, to the very existence of Rick Santorum and the recent reminder we all got that it’s still not safe to be a young Black man armed with a pack of Skittles in this country, I’m awash in jackasses.

But since I don’t have a gun, the only course of action I could see myself taking if I ran across any of the jackasses that have littered my path of late is to do what Muhammad Ali was really, really good at.

In his heyday, Ali was one of the best at Punching People In The Face.

Now, I understand punching people in the face when you’re not in a boxing ring is illegal. And I also realize many of the people who most deserve to be punched in the face for their actions of late have very large people that they pay for (or in the case of our elected officials, we pay for) to protect them from having folks like me walk up and, well, punch them in the face.

But if I knew I could punch someone in the face, and not go to jail or get busted up for it, there’s a whole line of people that I’d love to take a swing at because of their spe(Cont. Page 24)

The Northeast Ward Leaders, formerly known as the gang that couldn’t shoot straight, held their endorsement meeting at Randi’s Restaurant last week. Over the years, these ward leaders have gathered to establish all the things that they do not agree on. Recently that’s changed. Nonetheless, they still have their issues of disagreement.

This time, it’s whom to endorse for the 172nd Legislative Dist. The incumbent State Representative is KEVIN BOYLE, who defeated former Speaker of the House JOHN PERZEL in the last election. But 56TH WARD LEADER JOHN SABATINA and others are not on the Kevin Boyle bandwagon. As a result, they were able to postpone any endorsement in that seat for another day. Boyle’s primary opponent is public-school teacher DANILE COLLINS. The Northeast Ward Leaders were able to endorse CONGRESSWOMAN ALLYSON SCHWARTZ for another term. She has demonstrated an ability to work with ward leaders and still be an independent mover and shaker in D.C. They also endorsed STATE SEN. MIKE STACK for reelection. Stack is one of their own, and is the leader of the 58th Ward.

STATE REPS. BRENDAN BOYLE, JOHN SABATINA, JR. and MIKE McGEEHAN were all unanimously endorsed. But that was an easy task, as none of them have primary opponents. In fact, McGeehan and Sabatina have no Republican opponents either. EDDIE NEILSON is the endorsed candidate against the winner of the Republican Primary to succeed DENNY O’BRIEN in the State House.

BOB HENON, the newly elected City Councilman, joined the dinner with the Northeast Ward Leaders to pay homage and update them on happenings in City Hall.

The Northeast Ward Leaders who were in attendance were LORI BEDNAREK and her husband MARTY of the 64th Ward; BOB DELLAVELLA of the 55th Ward; JANICE SULMAN, newly elected 53rd Ward Leader, PAT PARKINSON of the 57th Ward, ALAN BUTKOVITZ – the City Controller and Ward Leader in the 54th Ward; CONNIE DOUGHERTY, the 41st Ward Leader; BERNICE HILL, leader of the 63rd Ward; MIKE McALEER of Ward 66 B; and SHAWN DILLON of Ward 66 A, as well as the aforementioned Stack and Sabatina. Absent were WARD LEADERS MARGE TARTAGLIONE and JOAN KRAJEWSKI. Many of the same Ward Leaders were seen at the 58th Ward St. Patrick’s Day Party last Friday. Also in attendance were STATE REP. ANGEL CRUZ and WILLIAM DUNBAR, the opponent of JOHN TAYLOR. Dunbar was accompanied by his lovely wife FAYE and (Cont. Page 24)

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Yo! Here we go again with an actual Craig’s list personals ad sent to by John G. To the guy who tried to mug me in downtown Savannah night before last: 2010-09-27, 1:43 a.m. E.S.T. I was the guy wearing the black Burberry jacket that you demanded that I hand over, shortly after you pulled the knife on me and my girlfriend, threatening our lives. You also asked for my girlfriend’s purse and earrings. I can only hope that you somehow come across this rather important message.

First, I’d like to apologize for your embarrassment; I didn’t expect you to actually crap in your pants when I drew my pistol after you took my jacket. The evening was not that cold, and I was wearing the jacket for a reason. My girlfriend was happy that I just returned safely from my second tour as a Combat Marine in Afghanistan. She had just bought me that Kimber Custom Model 1911 .45 ACP pistol for my birthday, and we had picked up a shoulder holster for it that very evening.

Obviously you agree that it is a very intimidating weapon when pointed at your head ... isn’t it?!

I know it probably wasn’t fun walking back to wherever you’d come from with crap in your pants.

I’m sure it was even worse walking bare-footed since I made you leave your shoes, cell phone and wallet with me. That prevented you from calling or running to your buddies to come help mug us again.

After I called your mother or “Momma” as you had her listed in your cell, I explained the entire episode of what you’d done. Then I went and filled up my gas tank as well as those of four other people in the gas station – on your credit card. The guy with the big motor home took 153 gallons and was extremely grateful!

I gave your shoes to a homeless guy outside Vinnie Van Go Go’s, along with all the cash in your wallet. (That made his day!) I then threw your wallet into the big pink “pimpmobile” that was parked at the curb – after I broke the windshield and side window and keyed the entire driver’s side of the car.

Earlier, I managed to get in two threatening phone calls to the DA’s office and one to the FBI, while mentioning President Obama as my possible target. The FBI guy seemed really intense and we had a nice long chat (I guess while he traced your number, etc.).

In a way, perhaps I should apologize for not killing you ... but I feel this type of retribution is a far more appropriate punishment for your threatened crime. I wish you well as you try to sort through some of these rather immediate pressing issues, and can only hope that you have the opportunity to reflect upon, and perhaps reconsider, the career path you’ve chosen to pursue in life. Remember, next time you might not be so lucky. Have a good day!

Thoughtfully yours, Semper Fi, Alex.

CITY COUNCIL is in need of an expert on AVI. The City Administration has Rob Dubow, Finance Director as its spokesperson on this matter. Council should not accept the Administration data without investigation. AVI REAL ESTATE MARKET VALUE INCREASES will translate into you PAYING MORE REAL ESTATE TAX, but more importantly it could be devastating to the entire city, such as when high increases occurred in the ’70s and ’80s, people moved from the city, and the real-estate market went flat.

The city has many high taxes which hinder commerce. The only thing that saved our city is reasonable and low real-estate taxes, and the 10-year abatement. Council needs an experienced person who can advise them, and be the middleman to resolve AVI issues, so that the public, Council and Mayor are satisfied. So far, four or five Council Members seem to see the need of expertise before they tackle the difficult task of adjusting the tax rate millage. In the last few years, Joseph Russo has answered questions on AVI for council members and elected officials. Russo has over 31 years in Assessing wisdom as an Assessor-Evaluator, and as a Board of Revision Board Member, and licensed Real Estate Broker. AND HE KNOWS AVI. Russo offered his services to work for Council as Liaison with AVI - The Office of Property Assessment.

They liked the idea, and would discuss it would the Council President. This is a good idea since AVI will determine the future of our city. ONE GOP leader said of AVI: “I tell everyone I can to get an APPEAL FORM.” THE NUTTER Administration effort to move feeding the homeless out of view of the Barnes Art Gallery, seems aimed (Cont. Page 23)

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Last Thursday, CITY COMMISSIONER AL SCHMIDT held a fundraiser at Tír Na nÓg. The event was well attended, despite the stiff competition from a number of March Madness Parties. Although St Patrick’s Day was two days away, the event had a definite Irish feel. The crowd included a number of long-time Schmidt supporters, including Republican WARD LEADERS MIKE CIBIK, STEVE NASEVICH and SUZANNE HANEY. One ward leader in attendance whom the herd was surprised to see was BILL IVERS, who was clearly on the other side of the intra-party fight and was a staunch supporter of JOE DUDA. In last November’s election, Duda was the incumbent City Commissioner who lost to Schmidt.

Common Pleas JUDGE JIMMY LYNN had his annual St. Patrick’s Day breakfast at The Plough & The Stars on S. 2nd Street. The crowd was entertained by numerous Irish dancers, bands, singers and poets. Judge Lynn sang “Danny Boy”. The crowd had a Democratic bias; however, there were a few members of the herd in the crowd. Former Republican State Senator and State Rep JOE ROCKS was there and he also sang for the crowd. Other Republicans in attendance included past mayoral candidate and President of the Philadelphia Stock Exchange JOHN EGAN; a more-recent mayoral candidate, KAREN BROWN; Republican activists JIM DiVERGILIS and TRIPP O’CONNELL were there. Proceeds from the event in part go to the elementary school at the Parish of St. Francis De Sales and the Most Blessed Sacrament in University City. Former Principal SISTER CONSTANCE and current Principal SISTER JANICE enjoyed the festivities. The parish is located in (Cont. Page 24)

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Ducky Birts Charity Set Rapidly becoming one of the City’s hallmark charitable events, the Ducky Birts Foundation’s Medallion Scholarship Banquet will honor 10 of the city’s active leaders as well as four couples “working to make a dif-

ference.”

Set for Apr. 21, the event will be held at 3801 Market Street, 1st Dist. Plaza. Funds will go toward scholarships and the construction of the Ducky Birts Foundation Community & Teaching Center.

In The Court of Common Pleas Philadelphia County Civil Action – Law No. 050403085 Notice of Action in Mortgage Foreclosure JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Acquirer of Certain Assets and Liabilities of Washington Mutual Bank f/k/a Washington Mutual Bank, FA from The Federal Deposit insurance Corporation Acting as Receiver, Plaintiff vs. Rita Bavusa, John Doe & Chaucer Park, Mortgagor and Real Owner, Defendants To: John Doe, Owner or any Unknown Persons Having or Claiming an Interest or Title to the Subject Premises, Mortgagor and Real Owner, Defendant(s), whose last known address is 1527 South 26th Street, Philadelphia PA 18146. This firm is a debt collector and we are attempting to collect a debt owed to our client. Any information obtained from you will be used for the purpose of collecting the debt. You are hereby notified that Plaintiff, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Acquirer of Certain Assets and Liabilities of Washington Mutual Bank f/k/a Washington Mutual Bank, FA from The Federal Deposit insurance Corporation Acting as Receiver, has filed a Mortgage Foreclosure Complaint endorsed with a notice to defend against you in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, docketed to No. 050403085, wherein Plaintiff seeks to foreclose on the mortgage secured on your property located, 1527 South 26th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146, whereupon your property will be sold by the Sheriff of Philadelphia County. Notice: You have been sued in court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the following pages, you must take action within twenty (20) days after the Complaint and notice are served, by entering a written appearance personally or by attorney and filing in writing with the court your defenses or objections to the claims set forth against you. You are warned that if you fail to do so the case may proceed without you and a judgment may be entered against you by the Court without further notice for any money claimed in the Complaint for any other claim or relief requested by the Plaintiff.

You may lose money or property or other rights important to you. You should take this paper to your lawyer at once. If you do not have a lawyer or cannot afford one, go to or telephone the office set forth below. This office can provide you with information about hiring a lawyer. If you cannot afford to hire a Lawyer, this office may be able to provide you with information about agencies that may offer legal services to eligible persons at a reduced fee or no fee. Community Legal Services, Inc. , Law Center North Central, 3638 N. Broad St., Phila., PA 19140, 215-227-2400/ 215-981-3700. Phila.

Bar Assoc., One Reading Center, Phila., PA 19104, 215-2386333. Michael T. McKeever, Atty. for Plaintiff, KML Law Group, P.C., Ste. 5000, Mellon Independence Center, 701 Market St., Phila., PA 19106-1532, 215.627.1322.

Honorees include Cheryl L. Lee, Ahmeenah Young, Rev. Dr. Lorena MarshallBlake, Elmer Smith, President Judge Thomasine Tynes, State Sen. Christine Tartaglione, Rev. James Hall, Lynne Carter, Bilal Abdul Qayyum and AFL-CIO President Patrick Eiding.

Couples are Irving & Carlotta Randolph, Rev. William & Pauline Moore, Dr. Kevin & Kimya Johnson, and Rev. James & Henrietta Allen.

Tickets for the gala are $75, or two for $125 and can be reserved by calling Bill Jolly at (215) 242-1220.

Entertainment will be provided by Bill Jolly and the Universal African Dance and Drum Ensemble. Sponsor is Brown’s Family ShopRites.

Correction

In last week’s paper, we identified Democrat William Dunbar as challenging State Rep. John Taylor in the “179th House Dist.” Both are running in the 177th Dist.

Kenney’s Annual St. Patrick Day Celebration

TEAMSTERS enjoying host Councilman Jim COUNCILMAN Jim Kenney shares moment Kenney’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration inwith Lawrence Harris, Kevin Price and John cluded Tom Dietrich, Jack Quigley and Pat Tart.

Laigie.

WARD LEADERS and friends enjoying Councilman Jim Kenney’s annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration included Lou Agre, Bill Dolbow, Tom Kelly, Roseanne Pauciello, Elena DeMaggio, Bob Dellavella and John O’Connell.

AMONG VIPs attending St. Patrick’s Day gala were Councilman Bob Henon, Ken Adams, Ozzie Myers, Matt Myers and Councilman Mark Squilla.

ENJOYING Councilman Jim Kenney’s affair were Councilman Bill Greenlee, Joe Russo and Ward Leader Lee Schwartz.

ED & MARLENE Panek were among Councilman Jim Kenney’s long-time supporters.

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SIOBHAN LYONS, head of Irish COUNCILMAN Kenyatta JohnST. PATRICK’S DAY started with breakfast at Plough Immigration Center, congratulates COUNCILWOMAN Jannie O’Blackwell was welcomed son received wide acclaim as he & Stars in Old City, where Judge Jimmy Lynn tradi- Judge Jimmy Lynn at St. Patrick’s to Judge Jimmy Lynn’s annual St Patrick’s Day Break- read wee bit of Irish poetry, “An tionally holds forth to start the morning. Flanking Day breakfast for his tireless sup- fast in Plough & Stars pub. Jim DiVergilis, Esq., and Ode to Parnell”, during Judge Judge are attorney Mike Boyle, left, and furniture- port of modern Irish community Dan Grace, Teamsters Local 830 leader, told all Jannie Lynn’s St. Patrick’s Breakfast to needs. wide acclaim. Photo: Joe Stivala is true friend of labor. Photo: Joe Stivala maker Luke Cabanel. enue. SELLOUT is the word HATS off to Detective tives is another ace. What’s up members can enjoy it! contributions.

Walk The Beat Northeast?...

THE WHY is it, that the GOP MORE AND MORE people from CCA Local 1036 as New Frank MURRAY for use of with gets on a roll, and then gets in- are saying the GOP is slowing Jersey freeholders voted to sell Twitter in his job at Southwest SEPTA CHIEF wants to do (Cont. From Page 19) at pleasing the 1% (?). Is this volved in comments (by men) the economy to elect a Republi- the neat Buttonwood Hospital in Detectives. Detective Divisions away with the dollar bill in administration for the wealthy on legislating women’s choices can as President.... FORMER Pemberton.... HAL ROSEN- have need for communication favor of the dollar coin, since only? It could be that NUTTER – then they are misquoted (?). PPA Hearing Judge Marie THAL, Northeast Philly Party improvements with the public. they are easier to count, etc. is a deep thinker. Thinkers Is this Islamic Law?... THERE CONAWAY passed away. The active, is obtaining 2,500 signa- Larry NODIFF of South Detec- Are they EASIER on the rider? seem to know a lot, and maybe SEEMS to be a subliminal GOP wife of Frank, she was a gentle tures in a national EFFORT TO do not take in the total public thrust to downplay SANTO- jurist. Hearing Officers today OBTAIN 1M SIGNATURES view. Churchill said that RUM in his home state, since could learn a lot from her exam- to keep Democrats in Power – on Facebook. The GOP com“Thinkers should be on tap, some say he is not best for the ple. Perfect peace to her.

DEMOCRAT Ward Leader plained when the DEMS held NOT on top.”... THANK God top of the ticket. It will be a COUNCILWOMAN JANNIE tough task. In the meantime, Elaine TOMLIN held a fine the Senate and House. When BLACKWELL is the Cham- ROMNEY is feeling Santo- “Potluck” Dance in the Bakers’ GOP control passed the Voter pion of the homeless. She drew rum’s appeal with decreasing Union Hall on Rising Sun Av- ID – no similar cry went out.

4k homeless in the Convention Center during Christmastime.

Should the Administration ROUDLY ANAGING ENNSYLVANIA S block the homeless from entering the Convention Center?

NTERNATIONAL EAPORT I visited a women’s shelter recently – and it is an eyeSINCE 1990 opener. So many women with kids fill this former factory.

And many VETS are homeless.

“There but for the grace of God go I.”… GOP MAYORAL Candidate KAREN BROWN told me she was appointed as ...as we continue to Seeking new business GOP Ward Leader in the 49th deepen the Delaware opportunities, new Ward.

There they go again. A GOP River’s main shipping cargo, and the jobs lawmaker in Chester City asks channel to 45 feet. that go with it... why Judge Willis Berry was not impeached. The matter in question was resolved by the high court. Surely, this lawmaker has enough to do to help his disCharles G. Kopp, Chairman trict (?). We did not elect him, James T. McDermott, Jr., so why is he poking his nose Executive Director into city affairs? Begone....

Robert C. Blackburn Speaking of the 1%, there is a 1% club in the Union League.

Senior Deputy Executive Director And the League has a program John F. Dempsey of GOP speakers including Deputy Executive Director House Speaker John Boehner, and Gov. “Corporate”. It Port Administration Building: would be good if the League 3460 N. Delaware Ave. 2nd Fl., Phila., PA 19134 Historian moved the portrait of (215) 426-2600 • Fax (215) 426-6800 the League House from his ofwww.philaport.com fice to where ALL League

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(Cont. From Page 19) appears ready to give Taylor a run for his money. Also in attendance were 33RD WARD LEADER DONNA AUMENT and 43RD WARD LEADER EMILIO VAZQUEZ. St. Patrick’s Day ran long this year, starting last Sunday and ending this Saturday. All Irish politicians and all those that wish they were are relieved the partying will stop for at least a short time.

(Cont. From Page 19) cial brand of red-hot ignorance.... So it is in that vein that I would like to announce the inaugural People Who Need To Be Punched In The Face Awards.

This is a metaphoric designation, I should note. Secondly, this is nonpartisan. But because I believe charity begins at home, the first of this week’s PWNTBPITF award is Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett.

In all honesty, I didn’t know whether to nominate Gov. Corbett for his championing and signing the voter ID law that I talked about in a previous posting or for cutting education funding to the bone while allowing the Marcellus Shale drillers to make our water undrinkable for practically nothing.

But at a news conference in which he talked about how happy he was to sign a voter-ID law that was totally unnecessary, Gov. Corbett was asked about

SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA Sealed proposals will be received by the School Reform Commission at the School Administration Building located at 440 North Broad St., 3rd Floor, Office of Capital Programs, Philadelphia, PA 19130-4015, until 2:00 P.M., on Tuesday, April 17, 2012. A non-refundable fee for each set of bid documents is as scheduled. The School District will only accept bids from companies that have been placed on its current Pre Qualified Contractors List as shown at psit.org. All School District Project require MBE/WBE participation as shown in the specifications.

BUDGET FEE B-025 (O) of 2011/12 General Service Contract Various Schools $40,000.00 $25.00 Trailer Modernization Specifications and/or plans and contract documents may be examined and copies thereof obtained from the School Reform Commission, 440 North Broad Street, 3rd floor, Philadelphia, PA 19130.

Information as to contract documents, etc., may be obtained at the above address, or telephone 215-400-5225. Make checks payable to the School District of Philadelphia.

The School Reform Commission reserves the right to reject any and all bids and make the awards to the best interests of the School District of Philadelphia.

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Sealed proposals will be received by the School Reform Commission at the School Administration Building located at 440 North Broad St., 3rd Floor, Office of Capital Programs, Philadelphia, PA 19130-4015, until 2:00 P.M., on Tuesday, April 10, 2012. A non-refundable fee for each set of bid documents is as scheduled. The School District will only accept bids from companies that have been placed on its current Pre Qualified Contractors List as shown at psit.org. All School District Project require MBE/WBE participation as shown in the specifications.

BUDGET FEE B-021 C of 2011/12 General Construction Mayfair $75,000.00 $100.00 Asbestos Abatement 3001 Princeton Ave., Phila, PA 19149 *A pre-bid conference and site tour will be held at the project location, on March 23, 2012 at 9:00 a.m.

Specifications and/or plans and contract documents may be examined and copies thereof obtained from the School Reform Commission, 440 North Broad Street, 3rd floor, Philadelphia, PA 19130.

Information as to contract documents, etc., may be obtained at the above address, or telephone 215-400-5225. Make checks payable to the School District of Philadelphia.

The School Reform Commission reserves the right to reject any and all bids and make the awards to the best interests of the School District of Philadelphia.

yet another one of those Really Bad Ideas that will probably become law In Pennsylvania, a transvaginal ultrasound law.

Under this law, which has been passed in other connotations in places like Virginia, women would be forced to submit to an ultrasound featuring an internal probe before having an abortion.

This is on top of the 24-hour

waiting period that women are already forced to go through in Pennsylvania to obtain an abortion. When he said, basically, was she doesn’t have to look while this is being done. His response made me wonder if the guys who come up with these laws have kids ... and if so, if any of these kids are female. If you’re a dude with female children and

you can come up with some nonsense like this, I have to question how you can look these female children in the face without at least apologizing to them.

But then again, women have been the ones who have proposed some of the most heinous of these laws that seek to take away reproductive choice, So what do I know?

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attend a service at the Irish Memorial at Chestnut & Front Streets. KATHY ORR, weathercaster for CBS News, was the master of ceremonies.

Some of the entertainers from Judge Lynn’s breakfast also performed at the ceremony, including the McDade Irish dance troop and the St. Malachy band which travelled from Ireland for the festivities.

Members of the herd in attendance included Republican activists JOE EASTMAN and DENISE FUREY and 27TH WARD LEADER MATT

WOLFE. The memorial is a bronze statue depicting the sea journey of Irish people escaping the Great Irish Famine of 1845-1850. Members of the memorial’s board include former State Rep. JOHN PERZEL, Common Pleas CHRIS WOGAN and Republican City Committee General COUNSEL MIKE MEEHAN. Meehan in his capacity as member for the Board of City Trust presented a check from the board to President of the Irish Memorial Board KATHLEEN SULLIVAN.

(Cont. From Page 19) the 46th Ward and the Republican WARD LEADER MARK SUPPLE is on the parish board and a past Treasurer. St. Francis is one of the best diocesan schools in the city and educates numerous economically challenged families. The success of the school is in large part owing to Sister Constance’s leadership and fundraising skills.

Some of the herd moved down the street at 11 a.m. to

SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA Sealed proposals will be received by the School Reform Commission at the School Administration Building located at 440 North Broad St., 3rd Floor, Office of Capital Programs, Philadelphia, PA 19130-4015, until 2:00 P.M., on Tuesday, March 27, 2012. A non-refundable fee for each set of bid documents is as scheduled. The School District will only accept bids from companies that have been placed on its current Pre Qualified Contractors List as shown at psit.org. All School District Project require MBE/WBE participation as shown in the specifications.

BUDGET FEE General Construction Rhawnhurst ES $253,000 $100 Asbestos Abatement 7809 Castor Ave. *A pre-bid conference and site tour will be held at the project location, on March 9, 2012 at 1:00 p.m.

B-022 C of 2011/12

BUDGET FEE B-029 C of 2010/11 Mechanical Warren G. Harding MS $2,527,320 $200 Mechanical Plant Replacement 2000 Wakeling St. *A pre-bid conference and site tour will be held at the project location, on March 6, 2012 at 9:00 a.m.

BUDGET FEE B-030 C of 2010/11 Electrical Warren G. Harding MS $236,495.00 $200 Mechanical Plant Replacement 2000 Wakeling St. *A pre-bid conference and site tour will be held at the project location, on March 6, 2012 at 9:00 a.m.

Specifications and/or plans and contract documents may be examined and copies thereof obtained from the School Reform Commission, 440 North Broad Street, 3rd floor, Philadelphia, PA 19130.

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ST. PATRICK’S DAY (weekend) started with “Erin Go Birds” Eagles Cheerleaders at Chickie’s & Pete’s in South Philly.

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(Cont. From Page 2) ketPlace, Spectrum Grill, Broad Street Bullies Pub, PBR Bar and Grill (with a mechanical bull), Victory Beer Hall (more beer variety that a German beer garden) and the NBC Sports Arena -- with a television screen that will might turn your eyes square -- but it’s rather awesome.

There’s a taste of South Philadelphia, too, with Nick’s Roast Beef and Chickie’s & Pete’s crab fries available.

The centerpiece of the complex, though, is the 32 foot gigantic television screen inside the NBC Sports Arena. Watching a Flyers Stanley Cup victory in the NBC Arena television, now that is something to get excited about.

XFINITY LIVE! opens to the public on Friday, Mar. 30.

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Mark Your Calendar (Cont. From Page 7) Apr. 2- 22nd Ward GOP hosts Reception for Calvin R. Tucker, candidate for National Delegate at The Irish Center (Also Known as Commodore John Barry Club), 6815 Emlen St., corner of Emlen St. & Carpenter La., 6-8:30 p.m. $50 to $150. For info (215) 694-9278.

Apr. 3- Jefferson-Jackson Day Celebration at Sheet Metal Workers Hall, 1301 S. Columbus Blvd. $150. For info (215) 241-7804.

Apr. 4- Democrat Ward 39B hosts Spring Fundraiser at Chickie’s & Pete’s, 1526 Packer Ave., 5:30-8 p.m.

Tickets $50. For info Matt Myers (215) 467-4643.

Apr. 4- Vendemmia Winemakers Award Dinner at IATSE Ballrm., 2401 S. Swanson St., 7 pm. $45. BYO wine. Checks payable to Vendemmia Foundation, 1841 S. Broad St., Phila. 19148.

Apr. 5- State Sen. Larry Farnese hosts Senior Expo at S. Phila. HS, Broad & Snyder Ave., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Seating

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St. Ticket $50. Light fare, beer/wine, music and parking.

For info (215) 551-3360.

Apr. 17- Republican City Committee hosts annual pre-election gala at Cannstatter Volksfest Verein, 9130 Academy Rd., starts 5:30 p.m. Tickets $150.

Apr. 21- Ducky Birts Foundation’s Medallion Scholarship Banquet at1st Dist. Plaza, 3801 Market St., 6 p.m. Sponsored

by Brown’s ShopRites. For info (215) 242-1220 or email DuckyBirts@yahoo.com.

Tickets $75. Two for $125.

Apr. 26- 2012 Centennial Pk. Celebration honoring Joseph Manko, Ryan Howard and Vanguard at Phila. Horticultural Ctr., Montgomery Ave. & N. Horticultural Dr., 6 p.m. For tickets, etc. Arthur (215) 988-9341.

Apr. 26- Black Tie Clover Club Dinner at Union League, 140 S. Broad St., starting 6:30 p.m. DA Seth Williams keynote speaker. Formal.

Members seeking info call Clover Club Treasurer Mike Cibik (215) 735-1060 or sign on at www.cloverclub.org.

Apr. 28- Ducky Birts Foundation Health Fair, 12 m.-2 p.m. and Gospelrama, 2 5 p.m. at

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Apr. 7-Easter Egg Hunt, hosted by Epic Ch., various age groups starting at 10 a.m.

For info Pastor Joanne Domagala, (610) 324-5281.

Apr. 12- GLBMA Rooftop Business Breakfast. Speakers Mayor Michael Nutter, Michael Kelly and Emilio Cooper at Warnock Village, 2862 Germantown Ave., 8-10 a.m. RSVP, seating limited (267) 385-1939.

Apr. 13- SW Phila. Dist. hosts Candidates Forum at Kingsessing Rec Ctr., 50th & Kingsessing, 6-9 p.m. For info Louis Wilson (215) 275-8296.

Apr. 13- Fundraiser for Congressman Bob Brady at Anthony’s, 4990 State Rd., Drexel Hill, Pa., 6-8 p.m. Contributions: Friends $500, Supporters $200. Make checks payable to Brady for Congress. For info Linda August (610) 659-5878.

Apr. 13- Dan Grace honored as Outstanding Irish American Labor Leader by AOH 40 in “Day of the Rope” Dinner at Bridgeman’s Ha., 11600 Norcom Rd., 7-11 p.m.

Apr. 13- Victim/Witness Services Fundraiser at Fleisher Art Memorial, 719 Catherine

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6717 Essington Ave. Commercial vehicles by estimate. Body work, rust repair, and stripping of old paint extra. Not valid with any other offer. MAACO® Auto Painting & Bodyworks centers are independent franchises of MAACO® Enterprises, Inc. Prices, hours and services may vary.

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2002 Honda Model EX 26,000 Original Miles 5-Speed Manual • Sunroof • New Tires

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Zion Baptist Ch., 3600 N. Broad St. Sponsored by Keystone Mercy Health Plan.

May 4- Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Committee hosts annual Contest & Open House at Training Facility, 10401 Decatur Road, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

For info Director Charles T. Brock (215) 824-2300.

May 15- Mothers In Charge hosts 9th Anniversary Celebration at Penn’s Landing Caterers, 1301 S. Columbus Blvd., 5:30 p.m. For info Dorothy Johnson Speight, Mothers In Charge, 1415 N. Broad St., Suite 229, Phila., PA 19122.

Delaware Loophole

(Cont. Form Page 7) Republican leadership in the State House and Senate have no desire to pursue this comprehensive approach.

Recognizing that political reality, I will introduce another bill that takes a similar approach to the Reed bill. But my bill will do it right – requiring corporations to add back expenses from the use of patents, trademarks and copyrights and interest expenses to their taxable income; setting a higher standard for allowing these deductions; and placing the burden of proof on the companies to show their deductions are valid.

This is a basic matter of tax fairness. Pennsylvania businesses and taxpayers are the ones left holding the bag when multistate corporations are allowed to shirk their tax obligations.

More than 70% of businesses in Pennsylvania pay zero state income taxes, largely through the use of tax loopholes. While those multistate corporations get a free ride, Pennsylvania’s small businesses are stuck shouldering a greater share of the tax burden.

In the spirit of tax fairness, my bill would reduce the Corporate Net Income tax to 6.99% from its current level of 9.99% – a 30% cut – over six years starting in 2014.

(State Rep. Phyllis Mundy is Democratic chairman of the House Finance Committee.

She represents the 120th Legislative Dist. in Luzerne Co.).

1973 Schwinn Lemonpeel bicycle - rear disc brake, good condition, others available $1,500.

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2007 Ford Focus SE Hatchback2.0 4cyl., F.W.D.cd, ac, 34 m.p.g., 91,722 miles, will finance with $599. down payment/ $7,995. full price ask for Don

2006 Suzuki Renoonly 53,000 miles, 2.0 4cyl., cloth int., 30 m.p.g., will finance with $799. down payment/ $7,995. full price ask for Don

2001 ford windstar LX6 cyl., auto., ac,, full powers, tilt, cc, cass., 3rd row seating, over 100k miles, new pa. inspection, excellent condition. $2,400.

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2002 chevy trailblazer LTZ4X4, 6 cyl., auto., a/c, tilt,cc, cass./cd, leather, all powers, alloys, tow package, mint condition, warranty included. $3,995.

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1998 volvo C70 convertibleauto., a/c, tilt, cc, cd, leather, all powers, alloys, excellent condition, warranty included. $4,295.

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2001 chrysler town and country van 3rd row seating, leather, and fully equipped. $1,500. down payment, $50. a week, $3,495. full price.

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