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The stickiness of the air, the constant threat of storms and difficult fishing often make the summer aggravating for anglers.

What does this mean for your next trip to the lake? Well, if you plan on fishing through the middle of the day, prepare for a slow bite. In fact, the only biting you may experience will probably be from mosquitoes and flies.

But with these helpful tips, you can bring more fish to the boat when summer turns up the heat.

Link: FishingWorld.com – News Center.

Settling into one of his customary grooves, Mike Iaconelli of Runnemede, N.J., surged into the Day 2 lead at the Champion’s Choice presented by Ramada Worldwide on Oneida Lake, boating a limit weighing 20 pounds, 1 ounce Friday to build his two-day total 32 pounds, 12 ounces, enough to fend off a hard-charging Dean Rojas of Lake Havasu City, Ariz., by just 5 ounces.

Iaconelli, the 2003 Bassmaster Classic champion, has had a disappointing season by his lofty standards. Heading into Oneida Lake, he was 18th in the Toyota Tundra Bassmaster Angler of the Year standings, but the 36-year-old \”hit a groove\”

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The build up of naval forces in the Gulf will be one of the largest multi-national naval armadas since the First and Second Gulf Wars. The intent is to create a US/EU naval blockade (which is an Act of War under international law) around Iran (with supporting air and land elements) to prevent the shipment of benzene and certain other refined oil products headed to Iranian ports. Iran has limited domestic oil refining capacity and imports 40% of its benzene. Cutting off benzene and other key products would cripple the Iranian economy. The neo-cons are counting on such a blockade launching a war with Iran.

The US Naval forces being assembled include the following:

WILLOTH, DOLORES

On August 6, 2008, Dolores (nee Yanetta), age 72, passed away after a long and courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Dolores was born and raised in the Fairview section of Camden and had also lived in Pennsauken. She has been a resident of Marlton for the past 41 years where she worked as a teacher\’s assistant at the Van Zant School for over 27 years. Dolores enjoyed spending time at her second home in Ocean City and she deeply loved her family, especially her three grandchildren. Dolores is the beloved wife of Thomas A. Willoth. She is the loving mother of Michele (Daniel) Tighe of Berlin and Denise (Joseph) Semptimphelter of Marlton. She is the cherished grandmother of T.J., Samantha and Logan. She is also survived by her brother, Robert Yanetta as well as many extended family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to her visitation Sunday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 PM and again Monday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 AM at the HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, 9 White Horse Pike (at Kings Highway), Haddon Heights. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday morning 11:00 AM at St. Rose of Lima Church, 4th Avenue and Kings Highway, Haddon Heights. Entombment New St. Mary\’s Mausoleum, Bellmawr. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dolores\’ name to thePatient Initiative Program (P.I.P.) c/o Center for Cancer, 1930 E. Route 70, Suite V107, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003. Please write \’Dolores Willoth\’ in the memo section for the donation.

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Quixote Quest is looking for New Jersey teens who are self-driven to make a difference…a passion for helping others. We are not looking for just summer volunteers, and we are not interested in bringing in teens who are only seeking to volunteer to have an entry about community service on a college application, to meet a community service requirement or to qualify for National Honor Society. We are seeking someone greater…someone seeking a higher goal.

Edward Morris, 76, of the Westville Grove section of Deptford, peacefully passed away on August 7, 2008.

Beloved husband for 46 years to the late Virginia (nee Clifford).Loving father of Linda (Donnie) King, Vernon \”Sonny\” (Janice) Herman, Beth Herman, Debbie (Jim) Farmer, Rosemarie (Luis Marrero) Terreri, Joseph Morris and Nichole (Mark Ditizio) Morris. Grandfather of 18. Great grandfather of 12. Master to his late dog and companion \”Chia\”

Born and raised in Philadelphia, Ed graduated from Northeast Catholic High School. A decorated veteran, Ed valiantly served his country during World War II and the Korean Conflict where he was awarded The Presidential Unit Citation, The Korean Service Medal with 3 Bronze Stars and the United Nations Service Medal.

After his service time Ed joined the Teamsters Local 676 where he remained for many years until his retirement. He also was the CEO of Deptford Builders & Deptford Erectors & Fence.

Away from his work, Ed enjoyed many professional memberships and societies which included American Legion Post 133, VFW Post 2174 where he was a life member. Ed served as Past 13th District Commander and Past South Jersey State Commander and was a Democratic Councilman & Chairman for Deptford Township as well as a Gloucester County Commissioner.

Ed will be fondly remembered for his contagious laugh and quick wit to go along with his dry sense of humor that would enlighten any gathering that Ed would attend.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather on Sunday from 2 to 5 PM and Monday 9 to 9:45 AM in the McGUINNESS FUNERAL HOME, 34 Hunter Street; where a Lifetime Tribute will be held at 10 AM on Monday.

Interment Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro.

 

 

Weekend Weather- Saturday high 83, partly sunny and pleasant. Saturday evening low 64, mainly clear.

Sunday, high 82, partly sunny with a strong thunderstorm around in the afternoon and evening. Sunday evening low 64, watch for a strong evening thunderstorm…………click photo to enlarge

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Photo: Martins Lake, Johnson Blvd. and Baynes Avenue.

Marcia A. Mattson (nee Hoffman) age 54 years of Thorofare died suddenly on Wednesday August 6, 2008. Mrs. Mattson was born in Reading, PA and lived in Thorofare for 25 years. She worked as a Teacher’s Aide at West Deptford Middle School and also as a Receptionist at Images Hair Salon, Woodbury. Mrs. Mattson worked for many years in the refreshment stand for West Deptford Little League. She was a devoted Wife and Mother and she enjoyed watching her children play sports.

She is survived by her husband of 24 years, Stephen A. Mattson of Thorofare; her children Christopher and Kelly Mattson, both at home; her father, Charles Hoffman of Reading and her brother, Kerry and Jill Hoffman of West Lawn, PA. Mrs. Mattson was predeceased by her mother, Jacqueline Hoffman.

The Funeral Service will be held at 7 PM Sunday August 10, 2008 in the McBRIDE – FOLEY FUNERAL HOME, 228 West Broad Street, Paulsboro. Friends may call Sunday evening from 5 to 7 PM. Cremation will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in her memory to the Sean McKenna Baseball Scholarship Fund, c/o West Deptford Twp., Po Box 89, West Deptford, NJ 08086. Memories can be shared at

JONES, BETTY E.

Age 85, of Fort Myers, FL, formerly of South Jersey, passed away July 30, 2008.

She was born in Doylestown, PA March 3, 1923 to her parents William and Margaret McClain.

Wife of late Charles \’Big Biff\’ Jones, survivors include her sons, William Jones and Charles G. Jones III, ten grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren and two great, great, grandchildren. She was preceded in death by herbeloved daughter, Deborah Jones.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass celebrating her life at 12 noon Saturday, August 9, 2008 at St. Joan of Arc Church, Collings Ave., Fairview, NJ.

Several readers have commented about the Spot-A-Potty sitting at Market Street and US 130 on property owned by the state of New Jersey for the past several months. The unsightly commode was placed there last year to be use by construction workers repairing nearby Route 295. The work is finished but the Spot-A-Potty, (Mr.John) that sticks out like a sore thumb, remains. In the far distance is a \”Welcome to Gloucester City\” sign.

The state left the parcel of property in deplorable condition. Where there were once trees and grass there is nothing but bare ground and construction trash. Since it is a main entrance into Gloucester City the appearance of the property reflects on our community.

I am urging our City Officials to contact the State and have the property restored and cleaned. Some grass seed, flowers and trees is not too much to ask of Governor Corzine/Assembly Speaker Joe Roberts. I for one am tired of Gloucester City being pushed around by county and state agencies. I am still upset over Public Service Gas and Electric erecting those giant telephone poles along Market Street and Broadway.

Thursday afternoon (August 7) around 1 PM I rode by the boarded up house on North Broadway that is being used by the \”Bottle Gang\” as their outdoor tavern. There sitting on the porch and steps of the boarded up property were several men, along with a woman, who from their outward actions appeared to be drunk. Big bottles of beer were being passed around by the group. Two younger people had just stepped off the porch and staggered south along Broadway.

Once again this is a main highway in our community. I wonder what a stranger must think about Gloucester City after seeing this sight. This is happening in broad daylight. And from the \”TIPS\” I received has been going on for some time.

I have asked the Police Department to look into this matter, sending photos of the individuals, and have also brought it to the attention of Mayor and Council.

Hopefully by all of us (the public, city government, and city agencies) working together we can address issues such as those mentioned before they fester and grow.

I love Gloucester City and wouldn’t live anywhere else. But through the 90’s we (you and I) became complacent and allowed our community to spiral downwards. We need to join together and bring it back to what it once was. Stop sitting on the sidelines and get involved.

~Bill Cleary (www.clearysnotebook.com)

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