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VOL. IV, ISSUE 6—JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2015
Frankford High School Honors Vince Miller
First published in the Philadelphia
Tribune - written by Donald Hunt
Tribune Staff Writer
It’s always good to remember
those who have made a big contribution to the game. Vinson
“Vince” Miller was one of the
greatest coaches in Public
League history. Miller spent 27
years as the head basketball
coach at Frankford High School.
Miller coached the Pioneers
from 1972-98 compiling a sensational 351-171 overall record.
He had two outstanding teams
in 1988 and ‘89 that posted a
tremendous 49-2 record over
that time while capturing two
Public League championships.
He coached some terrific players such as Jeffery Clark, the Vince Miller
late Rico Washington, Kevin
Compton, Jason and Carlin
Warley, Jamie Ross and Phil
Andrews.
Miller passed away in 2009, but
his legacy will live on forever at
Frankford High School. On
Monday, Jan. 19, Frankford
High named the court after him.
It will be named the Vince Miller Memorial Court.
“This is a good way to honor
him,” said Ben Dubin, Frankford High athletic director and
Public League basketball chairman. “When I became the athletic director, I went to my principal [Reginald Fisher] and
asked him about naming the former West Philadelphia High
court after Vince. I’m really standout Joe Howell and NBA
pleased about this ceremony.
great Al Attles. He also had a
successful career as a chief
Miller really cared about his scout for the Philadelphia 76ers
players on and off the court. He and was involved with the
always wanted his players to use Charles Baker and Sonny Hill
basketball as a tool for success. League basketball programs.
He had a big impact on the kids
who played for them. His will be In September, Miller was hondisplayed nicely on the gym ored posthumously at the eighth
floor. It will serve as a reminder annual Philadelphia Association
for all the great things he ac- of Black Sports and Culture
complished over the years.
(PABSC) for his outstanding
efforts in basketball. He was
When it came to basketball and also a member of the Wilt
education, Miller had a good Chamberlain Postal Stamp
foundation growing up. He was Committee. On Dec. 5, 2014,
a great basketball player. He the U.S. Postal Service issued
played at Overbrook High two Forever stamps of ChamSchool with late basketball leg- berlain.
end Wilt Chamberlain, who was
Miller’s best friend. In 1954, he This ceremony at Frankford
played on Overbrook High’s should be another big moment
team went 20-0 and won the for a person who has molded
Public League and city champi- and shaped a number of youngonships. In 1955, Chamberlain sters into good basketball playand Miller guided Overbrook to ers, but also great people. Namits second consecutive city title. ing the court in his honor will
be a really special event.
Miller played his college basket- [email protected](215) 893-5719
ball at North Carolina A&T with
Number of Homicides increased by 50% in Frankford in 2014
There were too many shootings and too many deaths. At the same time, unless there was a truly innocent victim involved, there was
very little outcry from our residents. The result is that in 2013 there were 8 criminal homicides in Frankford and in 2014 there were 12
(50% increase).
It will remain this way until we decide that it has to end. There is no reason why we have to put up with it. There is no reason why
kids have to be afraid to play outside. There is no reason why murder is acceptable. No murder, not even that guy who has been
foolish enough to take the road of selling drugs makes murder acceptable.
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Community Civics, PSA, NAC
Frankford NAC Approves Two Variances
Mr. Chen, owner of of 2051
Larue Street is seeking a variance for:
By Bob Smiley
SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR
HOME BUSINESS, CONVERT
The Frankford NAC had a full RESIDENTIAL
BASEMENT
program on Thursday, January FOR USE AS A FACIAL SPA.
8th with 5 cases to review.
IN AN EXISTING ATTACHED
SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING
Labcorp has applied for a vari- STRUCTURE.
ance to open a new facility at
5349 Oxford Avenue. It will be There was no community oppoopen to the public for blood sition but the zoning notice was
testing and other specimens as only posted for two days on the
needed. No medical services property. The NAC will ask for
will be provided. There were a continuance however it may
some questions about why the not be granted since this has
applicant did not appear at the already been continued at the
Northwood Civic given that the limit allowed.
address is in Northwood. The
applicant explained that the The owner of 1541 Ruan is
zoning board provides specific seeking a variance for: PERMIT
instructions about what they FOR LEGALIZED USE AS
must do including which com- TWO FAMILY HOUSEHOLD
munity organization it must LIVING. He made a good case
make a presentation to. There for the change improving the
was only one member of the neighborhood and he had sigcommunity in the area of the natures of residents plus some
facility present who was eligible attending to vote. The vote was
to vote and that vote was to in favor.
allow the variance.
The applicant for the property
Mr. Vo the owner of 1728 Or- on Worrell Street did not appear
thodox Street appeared seeking so no vote was taken.
a variance:
The next meeting of the FrankPERMIT FOR THE ERECTION ford NAC will be held on FebruOF AN 18′-0″ HIGH DE- ary 12th at 7PM at 2nd Baptist
TACHED STRUCTURE FOR Church at 1810 Meadow Street.
USE AS EQUIPMENT AND
MATERIALS STORAGE. SIZE
AND LOCATION AS SHOWN
Frankford Civic
IN APPLICATION.
Association Meeting
The first order of business was
a proposal to move the location
of the meeting to St. Mark’s
Church at 4442 Frankford Avenue. This would allow the Civic
to meet on the first Thursday of
the month. Aria Hospital is unable to offer their meeting room
on that day and so the motion
was approved. The Civic Association will be meeting at St.
Mark’s on the first Thursday of
the month. Entrance is from the
parking lot on the side of the
church. Use the door at the top
of the stairway.
In other news, the PSA1 meeting which was scheduled for
January 15th according to their
web site, will be moved to January 22nd at 7PM at Aria Hospital. This has been confirmed by
Captain
McCloskey
even
though the 15th district web site
continues to list the meeting as
the 15th.
The SafeCam task force continues to meet and plan a program
that will encourage business
and home owners to utilize this
program. News will be forthcoming when the plan has been
finalized.
Discussion about the coordination of Philadelphia and SEPTA
police pointed out that there
appears to be none around the
SEPTA station at Margaret
Street. The drug dealers and
vagrants will move when Philadelphia police tell them to move
but return to do their business
under the watchful eyes of the
SEPTA police. Why is that? A
representative of the SEPTA
police will be invited to a future
civic meeting to discuss the
issue.
There were 3 community members attending who were eligible
for January
to vote and all three opposed
the variance.
The Frankford Civic met on
Wednesday, January 7th.
The next Frankford Civic meet-
ing will be on February 5th at
St. Marks Church.
PSA1 December
There was no police presence
and no explanation as to why
they were not at the meeting on
December 18th at Aria Hospital. Residents attending were
not happy. The group discussed issues among themselves.
One long time resident reports
there is a new generation of
drug salesmen at Filmore and
Tackawanna. Another resident
reported that the teens that had
been hanging behind the houses on the 1300 block of
Foulkrod have not turned up
again since it was reported at
the last meeting. Thanks to the
police for taking action.
The next PSA1 meeting will be
on January 22nd.
We looked back over this year
to see what the level of police
participation has been at the
PSA meetings. The results are
listed below.
December
–
no
police
November
–
cancelled
October – Captain McCloskey
September – Captain McCloskey
August –
Captain McCloskey
July
–
cancelled
June
–
Captain
McCloskey
May
–
no
police
April – no police till 8PM when Lt
Burton
showed
up
late
March – Captain McCloskey
February – no record (was showing
it scheduled for 2/12 but then nothing must have been cancelled)
January – Officer Andrews
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Deni Playground – Remembering Childhood Memories
Newspaper Notice of an Intent
to Remediate to an Environmental Standard.
By Julia (Robinson) Mitchell-Hoffman
the street became more of an
attraction to us girls as we
would watch the boys play
sports. We also loved watching
them play basketball back at
the playground. It was a safe
place to play and always was a
fun place.
When I was a child, I spent
many hours playing at Deni
Playground. I can remember
being very young when my sisters would take my brother and
I there. We would play in the
sandbox on the top level of the
playground and also on the For the most part, the kids all
swings that had safety guards got along. There were occaon them.
sional arguments but they did
not result in much. It is funny
My brother would climb the sometimes how you forget
monkey bars and act like a these things of your childhood
monkey. As we got a bit older and when someone dies you
my sisters would take us down are reminded of those places
to the big kids’ playground were you spent time enjoying
where there were swings and a childhood friends.
slide. My brother loved to be
pushed on the swing and like to The field across the street from
swing so high. My sisters loved the playground was also a
climbing the rocks.
place where carnivals were
held. I can remember playing
ski-ball and so many awesome
games, riding the amusements,
eating cotton candy and walking hand in hand with my first
boyfriend. Up the street from
the playground was St Joachim’s where we would go to
Strawberry Festivals and have
Kids at play on the swings at Deni in the
a great time, always returning
Summer of 2013
back to the playground.
My brother and I wanted to
climb the rocks but our sisters It is amazing to remember
would say, “No”. There was no these times in a good
stopping my brother once he light. May each of us rememdecided he was going to climb ber to be gentle with each other
them. Till this day, I still laugh and with our own selves, strivwhen I think of how he would ing to make a difference in this
harass both of my sisters by world.
climbing them and running
along the rocks. One day he
even threatened to make himself fall and tell my mom they
were not watching him!!
As I got older, the field across
(Sections 302(e)(1)(ii), 303(h)(1)(ii),
304(n)(1)(i), and 305(c)(1))
Pursuant to the Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act, the
act of May 19, 1995, P.L. 4, No. 1995-2, notice is hereby given that Frankford Friends
School has submitted to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
a Notice of Intent to Remediate a site located at 1515 Orthodox Street. This Notice of
Intent to Remediate states that the site was used as a church for nearly 116 years
until demolished due to deteriorating condition. The owner of the property, Frankford Friends School, intends to use the site as an outdoor classroom that will include
an urban garden using above-ground planting beds, along with a meadow, ornamental plants, shrubs, and trees. Site assessment have indicated that the surface soils
contained benzo(a)pyrene and dibenz(a,h)anthracene at concentrations in excess of
the Residential Statewide Health Standards. A Remedial Investigation Report/Risk
Assessment Report has been submitted to PADEP that demonstrates attainment of
the site-specific standard. The results of the assessment also indicate that no further
controls, such as remediation or mitigation measures, are required.
The Act provides for a 30-day public comment period for site-specific standard
remediations. The 30-day comment period is initiated with the publication of this
notice. During this period, the City of Philadelphia may submit a request to Philadelphia Parks and Recreation to be involved in the development of the remediation and
reuse plans for the site. The City of Philadelphia may also submit a request to Frankford Friends School during this 30-day comment period to develop and implement a
public involvement plan. Copies of these requests and of any comments should also
be submitted to the Department of Environmental Protection at 2 East Main Street,
Norristown, PA 19404.
Newspaper Notification of Receipt
of a Plan or Report (for site-specific standard)
(Section 304(n)(2)(i))
Pursuant to the Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act, the
Act of May 19, 1995, P.L. #4, No. 2 (Act 2), notice is hereby given that the Frankford
Friends School has submitted a Remedial Investigation Report/Risk Assessment
Report (RIR/RAR) for Soil to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Southeast Regional Office, for a site located at 1515 Orthodox Street in the
City of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (“the Site”). The Site is currently vacant land that
was previously occupied by a church for nearly 116 years. Site assessments have
indicated that certain polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are present in
surface soils. The intended future use of the property is an outdoor classroom. The
RIR/RAR report provides characterization of soil conditions along with estimates of
potential cancer risks and non-cancer hazards for human receptors exposed to regulated substances in soil. These estimates were developed to support the remediation
decision-making process for the construction and development of an outdoor classroom. The results of the assessment indicate that no further controls, such as remediation or mitigation measures, are required. Accordingly, the RIR/RAR demonstrates attainment of the Site Specific Standards under Act 2.
Act 2 provides for a 30-day public comment period for site-specific standard remediations. The 30-day comment period is initiated with the publication of this notice.
Until 30 days after the newspaper publication date, the City of Philadelphia may
submit a request to the Frankford Friends School to be involved in the development
of the remediation and reuse plans for the site. The City of Philadelphia may also
submit a request to the Frankford Friends School during this 30-day comment period to develop and implement a public involvement plan. Copies of these requests
and of any comments should also be submitted to the Department of Environmental
Protection Southeast Regional Office, 2 East Main Street, Norristown, Pennsylvania
19401.
Sweetheart Coffee House
St. James Lutheran Church will be hosting a free Sweetheart Coffee House
on February 6, 2015 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Saint James Lutheran
Church is located at the corner of Castor Ave. and Pratt Streets. There will
be live music from the St. James Praise Band, karaoke, openmic, raffles, silent auction and refreshments. Child care, which includes special activities for ages 2-12, is available for a small fee.
The refreshments will be provided by Chef Larry of the Dining Car Restaurant. Please come and join us for a fun filled evening for the whole family. Doors will open at 6:00. For information, please call 215-743-1828 or
check out our web page at www.stjamesphilly.com.
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By Alexander Houston
we have survived, thank God.
So while it may be hard to find the good in a
community that has seen better days, you do not
have to look long to see those folks who are out
and about every morning and everyday putting
one foot in front of the other.
AH: So what is your customer base today? Have AH: Out of curiosity would you give me a best
you experienced some growth?
case and worse case scenario pertaining to your
business experiences? And what affect did each
Jeff: Growth is slow but apparent. We are look- have on you?
ing to develop a website and are doing some
other things to increase our base.
Jeff: The best case is when we got a call from a
contract customer who was all but freaking out
AH: What do you customers want mainly? I because he had seen an ant. We quickly got to
mean what do they expect from you the extermi- the site and exterminated the building. That was
nator?
easy, but on the other hand we serviced a customer with a huge infestation of roaches and bed
Jeff: Well of course they want the problem bugs. It was unsettling! I have seen a lot, but this
solved. They want their homes and businesses one shook me. We expunged the house of all
rid of pests of all kinds and we fulfill that need. pests, but I relived what I had seen in many a
We are a full service company. But at the core of nightmare.
it our customers want to trust us. They want
honesty and reliability and respect. This I think AH: Do you see expansion in your future, and
is the essence of all good business practice. In- where do you find reliable workers?
These are the worker bees that make Frankford
the rebounding neighborhood it has become.
And consider the many small businessmen and
women that continue to operate in this community. They are the engines of the Frankford economy and, by extension, the American economy.
Steve’s Bug Off exterminator service and insectarium used to be a thriving business at 8046
Frankford Avenue near Rawn Street in Philadelphia. The place employed over 30 people in the
immediate community. After some financial
difficulties in 2003 the owner had to shut his
doors.
Jeff Parks and Tyrone Bryant needed work. It
came as no surprise to them that finding employment would be difficult, but at middle age they
found the prospect downright daunting. They
had worked at the company for nearly a decade
and had serviced a broad customer base. Tyrone
covered all of Steve’s Bug Off”s Center City base
and Jeff serviced the neighborhoods of the
northeast and northwest. Most of their customers would be left unguarded by the closing and
that worried many of them. Jeff Parks and Tyrone Bryant saw an opportunity and never
looked back. Jeff told me that not only was it an
opportunity but a necessity. They needed work.
So that was the birth of one of Frankford’s own,
TJ Mr. Bugs.
are pleased with your work.
Jeff: We will expand only if necessary, and in
the past we have hired people but only folk we
know. The reason for this is our business. Workers have to be honest hard-working and reliable.
Those we hire must be well-mannered and must
dress properly. We will not abide by anything
else. After all, we are in peoples homes and businesses. This to us is very important!
AH: I certainly would like to see more opportunities for small business development, but especially more opportunities for high school or college graduates. What would your suggestion be
for young people coming out of school today?
Jeff Parks and Tyrone Bryant
I recently spoke with Jeff Parks of TJ Mr. Bugs:
AH: Jeff what were you doing before opening deed, these are things that ought to be taught at
your business?
home where it all begins and it must be from
youth up, but I think I am slipping into a differJeff: I worked for a placed called Steve’s Bug Off ent discussion.
on Frankford Avenue near Rawn Street. I worked
there for quite a few years and developed a good AH: Ahhh no problem I hear you loudly and
rapport with the customers.
clearly and there will be time for philosophical
banter later. Do you continue to service business
AH: And what happened?
and residential customers and which do you
prefer?
Jeff: After his financial troubles the owner sold
to Terminix in 2005 and we were out of work
Jeff: Yes, we service residential and businesses
big and small and it does not make a difference
AH: So you started anew. Was that involved? who you are big, small or medium. Each job is
What did it entail?
important to the occupant and we want to service each customer equally.
Jeff: Well as you can imagine it was a little
scary, but Tyrone and I had great customers and AH: You have, no doubt, experienced rising
many who had gotten used to us and wanted to operating costs. How do you deal with such isstay with us. Above all we needed to work.
sues?
Jeff: I would tell them to have a good work ethic, be dependable, trustworthy. I would tell them
to set reasonable goals and keep them. And along
the way, be friendly and deal honestly with all
people.
AH: And what would you say to society at large,
Jeff, assuming it could be done?
Jeff: It all begins at home. Parents must put in
the time to train children at a young age. Respect
is vitally important. Respect for morality, for
elders, and for ourselves. These are things the
world needs Now.
I left Jeff with plenty to think about. He and his
business partner Tyrone are forging ahead. They
are part of the group of entrepreneurs and small
business men and women who are affecting the
Frankford renaissance. Let us support them for
in doing so we support ourselves.
AH: So earlier on what area of the city did you Jeff: We have certainly realized rising operating
service?
costs and we try to hold the line on what we
charge our customers. Sure sometimes we have
Jeff: Tyrone did work for many businesses and had to raise our prices, but we try to be smarter
residences in center city and they were comforta- shoppers, buying in bulk etc. We also have been
ble with him and I had many satisfied customers content just to make a living wage. We want to
in the Northeast and Northwest neighborhoods. keep our customers via superior service and
So we continued to service these customers.
competitive pricing. So we are not going to get
rich but we are paying our bills and staying busy.
AH: Would you tell me a little about how things
progressed in the early years?
AH: I have asked this question because you have
been doing my exterminator work for years and I
Jeff: It was not easy. Remember it was 2005 a am happy to say that I have not received a price
little before the Great Recession and we had just increase. You also have done service work for
started a business. However, now it is 2015 and workplace and church for many years and both
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Mr. Bugs
Exterminating Co.
5330 Saul St.
Philadelphia, PA
19124
215-288-7570
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2015 Community Tax Site in Frankford
“Frankford CDC and Turning Points for Children are partnering with the Campaign for Working Families to host a FREE community tax site for Frankford
Residents.”
Each year the Campaign for Working Families operates free tax sites across Philadelphia. Starting in January, the Frankford CDC will host a Community Tax site in
collaboration with Turning Points for Children (TP4C). The site will be housed at
TP$C’s FAWN food pantry site which is located at 4346 Frankford Avenue Unit 2
Phila, PA 19124 (Next Door to PNC Bank). Families that earned less than
$52,000 and Individuals who earned less than $20,000 are eligible for services at
the CWF free tax sites. The site will be open from January 27th – April 15, 2015.
While at the site, visitors can also take advantage of TP4C’s food pantry, the Frankford NAC’s housing and utility assistance resources, constituent service from Congressman Brendan Boyle’s Office, State Representative Jason Dawkins’ Office and
City Councilwoman Maria Quinones Sanchez’s Office. Participants can also receive
assistance with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
The Community Tax Sites are Sponsored by the Mayor’s Office of Community
Empowerment and Opportunity. Sites will have Spanish-speaking capability and
are wheelchair accessible.
Hours of Operation:
Tuesday 1:00PM – 3:30PM (Pickup /Drop Off*)
Wednesday & Thursday 3:00PM – 6:00PM (Walk-Ins)
Friday 1:00PM – 3:30 PM (Pickup /Drop Off*)
*The drop off mode provides customers the convenience of simple dropping off their
tax documents and picking up their completed return within 72hrs.
Hard working crew Sunday afternoon before the Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast at
Sankofa getting the hall ready for Monday morning crowds.
Talia Prince Forest gives a
stirring recital of the
Langston Hughes poem
“Let America Be America
Again” at the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast on January 19th at
Sankofa Freedom Academy.
Kids Ears, Nose and Throat Health Tips from Aria Health
attention:
By Aria Health
When our little ones aren’t feeling
their best, sometimes it’s hard for
them to communicate exactly what’s
causing them discomfort. Although
a sore throat or fever may seem like
signs of a cold, it’s important for
parents to know and recognize the
signs to look for and ask their children about that could mean something more.
This month, Aria Health is encouraging parents to take charge of their
children’s ENT (Ears, Nose and
Throat) health and know the signs
and symptoms of common ENT
ailments such as ear infections,
strep throat and tonsillitis.
Patrice Bachmann, a nurse practitioner at Aria Health FastCare, has provided a sampling of
tips below to help readers recognize
the signs of common ENT illnesses
that may require further medical
is a strong indication of a middle-ear
infection. Ear infection symptoms
A sore throat that won’t quit
typically develop quickly and should
Viral infections are the cause of be treated immediately.
80% of sore throats in children unless they have been exposed to Tonsils in trouble
others with a bacterial infection. A When a sore throat is present, imcommon indication of a viral infec- portant symptoms to look for are
tion is a sore throat that lasts longer extreme fatigue and pain when
than 48 hours along with additional swallowing. A quick check of your
symptoms like a rash, runny nose, child’s throat with a flashlight can
cough and/or swollen lymph nodes. also confirm the appearance of red
Bacterial sore throats come on or swollen tonsils or white patches
quickly (typically in less than 12 on the tonsils; these can both indihours) and are accompanied by cate tonsillitis and should prompt a
fevers, headaches or abdominal trip to your doctor.
pain. A simple rapid strep test can
determine if your child’s sore throat If you are concerned that your child
has evolved into something more.
Long-lasting ear pain
If your child is complaining of ear
pain, monitor the time frame of their
symptoms along with the severity of
the pain and promptly seek medical
attention if the pain persists. Severe
ear pain lasting more than 24 hours
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school that strives to increase literacy and numeracy levels throughout the community, promote
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Sankofa Freedom Academy offers rolling admission for Philadelphia students in grades K-12.
Applications for the 2014-2015 school year are now being accepted!
may have come down with one of
these illnesses, a trip to Aria Health
FastCare can help you be sure.
With locations in Northeast Philadelphia or Levittown, PA, Aria Health
FastCare is available to see your
child (ages 18 months and older) with no appointment necessary and without the wait.
If you are not conveniently located to Aria Health FastCare, It’s always a good idea to
head into a medical facility
(Aria’s Frankford campus is a
perfect example of that).
Save the Date: August 15, 2015
11th Annual Frankford Oldhead Softball Game
Ike and Kat Hardy Continue the Tradition
Services at
Second Baptist Church of Frankford
Rev. Darrell R. Bradsbery, Pastor
1801 Meadow Street
Wednesday Prayer Service/Bible Class 7:00 PM
Sunday School 9:30 AM
Sunday Worship Service 10:45 AM
Third Sunday Baptism
Fourth Sunday Communion
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Name
—
Branch
John Berry– Army
James Berry—Army*
Leonard Brantley—Navy*
Leon Brantley—Army
Kim Brantley—Army
Jeffrey Brantley—Army*
John Heard—Navy
Paul Hodge—Army*
Wesley Hodge—Army
Kelly Debman—Army
Melvin Honesty—Army
Guy Lewis—Army
Nathaniel Lewis—Army*
Gregory Lewis—Army
Edward Keith—Army
Robert Miller—Army
Russell McCoy—Army*
Ricky Boyd—Army
Donald A. Coby—Navy
Eric Cosby—Navy
Leonard James—Army
James Lang—Marines
Floyd Lang—Marines
Veteran of the Month
By Richard W. Johnson
Lawrence Williams—Marines
Doctor Forrest—Army*
—
Branch
Robert C. Randolph Jr.—Marines*
Silas Sharp—Navy
Jane Sorendino—Army
Jeffrey Thomas—Army
Melvin Wilkerson—Army
William (Junie) Fletcher—Army*
Charles Pittman—Air Force
Arron Pittman—Navy
Phil Robinson—Army
Gregory Thomas—Marines
Name
Edward L. Keith
Robert Turner Sr.—Marines*
Karl Wilkinson– Navy
Calvin Wilkerson—Army
David Taylor—Army
Allen Williams—Army
Charles Williams—Army
Felicia Williams—Navy*
Henry Haskin Sr.—Army
Don Donaldson—Marines
Kevin Jackson—Army
Harold M. Vaughn Jr.—Marines*
Wallace Randolph Sr.—Army*
Raymond Boyd—Air Force*
Joseph Turner—Army*
Gene Turner—Marines
Wallace Johnson—Army
Mike Brennan—Army*
Mike Jennings—Army*
Voci Bennett—Army
Franklin Daniel—Army
Benjamin Miller—Marines*
Charles Brady—Army
Donald Lewis—Army
Reddman Doctor—Army*
Edward L. Keith was born on February 13, 1926 in Florence, South Carolina. At the age of 11 he moved to Philadelphia and entered
the Philadelphia school system at Vaux Jr. High School. He graduated and then went to
Overbrook High School. Edward was then drafted in the U.S. Army. He served from
1950 to 1954 in the 519th U.S. Military Police Troop. He was promoted to corporal and
served a tour of duty in Korea. After he was stationed stateside and honorably discharged from Fort Meade, Maryland.
Edward then got a job Rosenau Fox Co. as a laborer and stockman. Later he was employed and retired from Powers Regulator Co..
Edward and some close Frankford friends established the Lloyd C. Wilson Post American Legion Post 224 and served as Commander from 1986 to 1991. He continued as an
active member.
On June 12, 2011, Edward received a citation from Philadelphia City Council recognizing
his leadership of Post 224 and their involvement with neighborhood organizations such
as the Boys and Girls Club, Frankford Chargers and the Frankford Drill Team as well as various church fund raising projects.
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Coming Up in Frankford
·
Satellite Office of State
Rep. John Taylor -Every Thursday, 5pm – 7pm, Simpson Playground, 1010 Arrott St. – Open to
the public to meet Rep. Taylor or a
member of his staff to discuss whatever issue is on your mind.
·
Live Music -Every Saturday
7pm – 10pm – Great Awakenings
Cafe, 1466 E Cheltenham Ave.
·
Children’s Story and Craft
Hour – Every Thursday 10am –
11am – Great Awakenings Cafe,
1466 E Cheltenham Ave.
·
·
Sweetheart Coffee House,
Fri, February 6, 6pm – 9pm, St.
James Lutheran Church, Castor
Ave. and Pratt St. – St. James Lutheran church will be hosting a free
Sweetheart Coffee House. There
will be live music from the St.
James Praise Band, karaoke, openmic, raffles, silent auction, and
refreshments. Child care, which
includes special activities for ages 2
-12, is available for a small fee. The
refreshments will be provided by
Chef Larry of the Dining Car Restaurant. Please come and join us for
a fun filled evening for the whole
family. Doors will open at 6:00. For
information, please call 215-7431828 or check out our web page at
www.stjamesphilly.com.
Community Bible Study Every Wednesday 6:30pm –
Valentine’s Day Crafting
7:30pm – Great Awakenings Cafe, ·
with Flowers – Tue, February 10,
1466 E Cheltenham Ave.
2:30pm – 4:30pm, Frankford
Neighborhood Library, 4634 Frank· Grand Army of the Repub- ford Avenue – Pamela Thomas,
lic Museum Open House – Sun, crafts workshop leader, and Janet
February 1, 12pm – 5pm, 4278 Bernstein from the Frankford GarGriscom Street, Philadelphia – den Club will help you make your
Valentine’s Day beautiful with –
Presentation at 1:30 PM
Flower Arrangements for your Valentine – Demo: How to make a
· Frankford Civic Associa- fascinator for your hair – Free
tion Meeting - Thu, February 5, workshop designed for adults – All
7pm – 8pm, St. Mark Church 4442 materials supplied. To save your
Frankford Avenue – use side en- spot, call 215-685-1474, email [email protected] , or stop in the
trance off parking lot
·
library.
Sounds of Joy -Sun, February 22, 3pm – 5pm, Campbell AME
1657 Kinsey Street –
· Neighborhood Advisory Church,
Campbell AME Church presents
Committee Meeting -Thu, FebSounds of Joy in concert. Doors
ruary 12, 7pm – 8pm, 2nd Baptist
open at 3:00 PM, concert begins at
Church, 1801 Meadow St.
3:30 PM. Donation $10, kids 12 and
under $5.
·
Friends of Overington
Park -Tue, February 17, 7pm –
8pm – We will meet in the park in
fair weather and at 1500 Orthodox
St. , the Friends Meeting House, in
bad weather or cold months
·
·
Senior Breakfast – Tue,
February 24, 8am – 10am, Aria
Health, Frankford – 2nd floor cafeteria – Aria will provide our community seniors with monthly, insightful tips and information on
issues that are directly affecting you
and your health. Breakfast will be
provided free of charge. To reserve
your seat call 1-877-808-2742 and
then press 2.
Northwood Civic Association Meeting -Tue, February 17,
7pm – 8pm, St. James Lutheran
Church, at Castor Avenue and Pratt
Street – AGENDA: City of Philadelphia, Streets Dept. Rep. Quality of
Life Issues OLD BUSINESS NEW ·
Northeast Philadelphia
BUSINESS Bring a Neighbor!!!
EPIC Stakeholders Group –
Northwood, a Beautiful place to
Thu, February 26, 5:30pm –
Live and Work!
7:30pm, 2nd Baptist Church, 1801
Meadow Street
·
SNOW TUBING – Saturday,
Feb 21, 2015, McIlvain Playground
– Join us for SNOW TUBING on
Saturday, February 21st. Spring
Mountain. $20.00 per person includes bus transportation and refreshments. Register at McIlvain or
contact 215-685-1228. Great Deal
for the entire family.
·
PSA1 Meeting – Thu, February 26, 7pm – 8pm, Location to be
determined at January meeting.
Oxford Restaurant, 5349 Oxford Ave.
now open for breakfast and lunch 7 days
a week 630AM to 230PM
December Crime Report PSA1
PSA 1 is South of Bridge Street, East of the Boulevard and North of Frankford Creek and all
the way to the Delaware River.
Bad News—In 2014, homicide increased by 50% over 2013.
Good News—Burglary Down in December
Bad News is Armed Robbery is UP.
Although the police left us lonely at the December PSA meeting, they must have been out
tracking down the burglars. Burglary dropped to a total of 18 in December from 36 in November. There were no homicides at all.
Services at
St. James Lutheran Church
Castor Ave. at Pratt St.
Services at
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church
4442 Frankford Ave.
Services at
Faith Assembly of God
Saturdays
Prayer Service at 6:00 pm,
Early Worship at 8:30am
Sunday 11 A.M. and 6:30 P.M.
Adult Bible Study at 9:00am
Wednesday 7:00 P.M.
Main Worship with Music at 10:00am
Friday 7:30 P.M.
Sundays
Traditional Service at 9:00 am,
Contemporary Service at 10:30
am
Neighborhood Worship Gathering at
11:30am
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