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Newspaper
Hillside Times
Location
Hillside, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1969
Page
1
Westbound traffic on the Liberty Ave overpass of Route 22 slowed Friday after a car overturned at 7:51 a.m. No injuries were reported. The bulletin lists devices broken, tires stolen, and a series of minor crimes with various residents named, including arrests and a community notice honoring Walter Corris.
The Times sponsors a public service survey to gauge elderly residents interest in low rental housing in Hillside. It clarifies no advocacy and says results will be tabulated next week and reported.
Hillsiders and people around the world watched the moon landing with awe while officials closed schools and offices to celebrate Moonday. Residents voiced cautious optimism, praising the Apollo program as a beacon for unity and progress.
Eight firemen were hurt while fighting a smoky fire at Silvio Coiffures, 1240 Liberty Ave. The blaze began in the basement and spread to the first floor, melting plastic fixtures. Firemen Elsnick, Donnelly, Cupido, Fancera, Capra, Guffredo, Mateer treated for smoke inhalation. Capt. Muench suffered a back strain. Deputy Chief Marsnick led operations.
Patrolmen Cann and Hackett arrested 26 year old Joseph M. De Luca of 1038 Sheridan Ave Elizabeth at the Super Diner Lot Route 22 for narcotics influence and drug possession. Two cough medicine bottles found in his car. Dr Jonathan C Mosse of Elizabeth pronounced him under influence. Bail set at 500 dollars.
Four youths were picked up on Evans Terminal Road for larceny of a car battery. Barry J. Ellison 18 of 180 James St Newark was arrested for driving while revoked larceny of a battery and running a red light. Three juveniles with him were released to parents pending juvenile action. Two youths age 16 admitted taking the battery from Wallace Greene’s car at 22 Vasser Ave Newark. One 15 year old Newark resident was seen at the intersection before the car moved through the light.
Police captured Roland Arrington, 28, of 539 Spruce Street and Floyd H. Hatcher, 21, of 184 Keer Avenue after they ran from Mittleman’s Bakery. They face breaking and entering and larceny charges, with Arrington also charged with possession of a concealed weapon.
Hillside launches new Drum and Bugle Corps inviting members parents and prospective members to a Friday meeting at the municipal building to elect officers. Representatives from local committees join the launch as about thirty boys and eight girls form a color guard with fundraising for instruments planned. Peter Polizzo can provide more information at 9232195.
Four car chain reaction on N Broad Street injures passenger John J. Monigan. William White 809 Pearl Street Elizabeth awaits medical care after a rear impact by Jewel Avant 288 Weequahic Newark. Ernest Romano 3213 Brighton Ave Belmar loses control hitting a parked car owned by Alfonso Minervino Hillside. White cited for driving while license revoked. Monigan to seek medical treatment.
The Hillside Tax Office will open on Monday July 28 from 7 to 8 PM and Monday August 4 from 7 to 8 PM to accommodate taxpayers paying their second quarter 1969 taxes due August 1, 1969.
Hillside School announces several alumni returning as teachers for the new term. Sandra Goldberg and David Kotler, Hillside High graduates, join special education and industrial arts at Hillside Avenue and the high school respectively. Other hires include Miss Ziray, Miss Scott, and George Porper teaching Latin, kindergarten, and fourth grade.
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