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The Morning Call from Paterson, New Jersey • 30

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125 At Jacalyn's Rites 1 LMkMLfcfl ONLY THE SOUND of moving water, the Mm row Pond, broke the stillness at the site where the young girl's body was found. As police combed the community of 8,000 for clues, scores of people walked slowly past Jackie's walnut casket in the J. H. Olthuis Sons Funeral Home, Godwin Avenue. Members of her drum and bugle corps, clad in their navy blue, shining uniforms, knelt in pairs in front of the open coffin, before filing out of the room with red, moist eyes.

Jackie is survived by her parents; four sisters, Mrs. Richard Eastman of Norwich, N. Mrs. Ronald Lionetti of the Philippine Islands, and Kathryn and Susan, both at home; a grandmother. Mrs.

Mary L. Harp of Green, N. and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Crawley of Norwich, N.

Y. I.eRoy Harp, at 1 a. Thursday. HER BODY was discovered by a neighbor on a grassy knoll, only a few hundred feet from several homes and a mill operated by the F. G.

Monta bert which produces woven labels. Molenstra confirmed yesterday that some workers at the plant were also being questioned. An autopsy by Dr. Lawrence Denson, Bergen County chief medical examiner, disclosed that the girl had not been sexually molested. She was strangled with her own leather flag-holder.

Jackie's murder was the fifth since the turn of the century in Midland Park. Only one of these has been solved, borough brought curious, fixed stares from residents sitting in groups on front lawns. tended the service as the police questioned the girl's friends in search of clues. "WVve got nothing," laid Polled Chief John Molenstra in the town'a small police bead-quarters, which was filled with officials from the local departemnt and county prosecutor's office. Molenstra indicated that anyone and everyone waa being questioned.

He urged any resident who heard or saw anything that might have a bearing on the slaying to call him. either at his home police headquarters. Jackie was last seen alive about 9:30 p. m. Wednesday.

She never returned to her home at 150 Birch following practice with the Imperial Knights Drum and Bugle Corps, of which she was a was reported missing by her member. She was reported missing by her mother, Mrs. Br JOHN FINNERTY MIDLAND PARK Jacalyn Harp's friends said good by to her yesterday. About 125 persons, half of them young people, attended the simple, moving funeral service in George Washington Memorial Park. Dressed in Sunday clothes, they filled several rows behind Jackie's family.

The lS-year-old girl was found strangled early Thursday morning in a wooded area near her Midland Park home. The Rev. Bruce Allen of the First Baptist Church of Pas-cack Valley officiated at the 10 I. m. service at the church In Washington Township.

He was assisted by the Rev. John Carhart of the Star of Hope Mission in Paterson. Mr. Car-hart is a friend and neighbor Of the Harp family TWO DETECTIVES at suit Photo by Frank DIPKua FINAL JOURNEY Hearse awaits pall bearers carrying casket containing the body of Jacalyn Harp. The Morning Call Temple Beth Or Welcomes Its First Full-Time Rabbi Bergen County TUESDAY.

JULY 23. 1968 30 "brown eyes and greying the rabbi was selected after a long and deliberate process. Hubert Backers Going Vocal Buyers Polled At Englewood tended the University of Cincinnati and the Hebrew Union College Jewish Institute of Religion. After brief service in St. Louis, Rabbi Kaplan served congregations in both Bowie, Md.

and Huntington, W. Va. He was a member of both cities' Ministerial Association, which included clergy of the three major faiths. In addition, be was on the executive committee of the tri state Boys Scout Council and the Rotary, both in Huntington. The rabbi is married and has two children, Jeffrey, 6, and Wendielyse, 3.

He said he intends to serve his people in the fullest possible manner. "I will be the principal of the religious school," he continued, "and will also minister to my congregation's needs, whatever they be." A man of medium build By DAVID BICOFSKY Staff Writer WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP Rabbi Larry Kaplan, who was born and raised in Pater on, will be returning to his native New Jersey Friday night when be is installed as spiritual leader of Temple Beth Or. Rabbi Sternberger, of the New Jersey Council, Union of American Hebrew Congregations, will perform the ritualistic ceremony which weds Rabbi Kaplan to the congregation. Rabbi Kaplan will be the first full-time rabbi in the temple's 10-year history. Previously, only rabbinical students or part-time ordained rabbis were used because of the temple's small membership.

Rabbi Kaplan is coming to Temple Beth Or with experience with three congregations. Born 38 years ago, he at tory by McCarthy was a victory in which only 7.2 per cent of the voters voted." And in Bergen County, he added, the McCarthy victory was accomplished by a minority of the registered voters in the county's minority party. "Now that we have roused ourselves," he said, "I don't think the little people on the left or the little people on the right are going to be able to disturb us." In another speech, Francis W. Brennan of Essex County, a brother of Supreme Court Justice William Brennan, assailed those who condemned Humphrey for his loyalty to President Johnson. ters saying "Unite With spoke before a group that included such top Bergen Democrats as Superintendent of Elections.

Joseph F. Regan and William Meisner, president of the County Young Democrats. He said the Humphrey group, which will open a County headquarters later, will form local organizations in all 70 municipalities. And he derided the claim of McCarthy backers that primary victories by the Minnesota senator in New York State and Bergen County indicate he's the Democrat who can win in November. "In New York State," said Sehan, "That smashing vic "When We have these meetings I want Humphrey people to speak out.

I don't want newspapers to get the idea that the people who are jeering and booing are the people of this country or this nation." Sehan said the Humphrey group would organize a so-called Free Speech Defense Committee to appoint people to answer the McCarthy backers at public meetings. And he urged Humphrey backers to be just as militant in their presence as he claimed the McCarthy supporters are in their actions. "I'll listen to them, but by God I want them to listen to me," he said. Sehan, surrounded by pos By RICHARD BENFIELD Stiff Wrlltr The pre-convention campaign of Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey in Bergen County will be keyed to the idea of free speech.

Martin Sehan, chairman of the Bergen County Citizens for Humphrey Committee, last night decried what he called the attempts by some backers of U. S. Sen. Eugene J. McCarthy to stamp out the voice of opposition.

And he said representatives of his newly-formed group would from now on answer the McCarthy backers whenever they spoke on behalf of the Minnesota Senator at a public meeting. Sehan, a resident of Tenafly and a former member of tha Humphrey staff when the vice president served in the Senate, spoke moments after he was elected chairman of th? Humphrey group by more than 100 persons at an organizational meeting at Petrulb's Restaurant in Hackensack. "I've gotten a little tired of going -to Democratic meetings or any other meetins where a packed audier.ee prevented people from speaking," Sehan told the group. Rt. 4 Crash Kills Man ENGLEWOOD The Citizens for Brotherhood Consumer Education Committee has been ringing doorbells in the fourth ward asking residents views of shopping, ranging from food and clothing to furnishing, appliances, and health care.

The purpose of the poll is to find whether the community would be interested in creation of a consumer credit union, co-operative store, or co-operative buying club. Mrs. Edward Brubaker, chairman of the committee, said the results will be announced at a community meeting Monday night. Whether one of the consumer-oriented units should be started depends upon the interest of the people in the area and their willingness to participate in setting up such groups, Mrs. Brubaker said.

Leadership must be forthcoming from the area," she said. Neighborhood reaction to the survey was good, Mrs. Brubaker said. "People were quite willing to give information," she said. "All felt prices were too high and all felt we had problems." RABBI KAPLAN Coming Home with, as he described himself, Norman Essex, who will be installed as president of the congregation Friday along with the other board members and trustees, described the weeding-out procedure.

"The Union of American Hebrew Congregations sends us a list of available rabbis," he began, "after receiving from us a description of the type of rabbi we desire as far as salary and experience are concerned. "When we have narrowed the choice down." he continued, "we invite the rabbis to conduct a service. The choice must then be passed upon by a committee, the board of trustees and then by the general membership. Rabbi Kaplan." he concluded, "fit the Other highlights of Friday's service will be a presentation to the past president, Nat Richmond, and the participation in the service of a couple scheduled to be married Aug. 3.

Garfield Police Shortage Blamed On Lack Of Money TEANECK Anton J. Krupp, township parks department foreman, was killed last night when his car struck a Route 4 bridge abutment. Police said Krupp. 63, was driving south on Queen Anne Road at approximately 5:40 p.m. when bis car mounted the curb, continued for some 90 feet across a vacant lot, and struck the highway support.

He was pronounced dead at the scene by Dr. Alan Medoff 10 minutes later. Krupp. born in Germany has been with the Parks Depart ment for more than 30 years. He was responsible, officials say, for floral displays around the municipal complex in addition to his regular duties.

He lived at 595 Lucy Ave. Funeral arrangements are not yet complete. Visiting hours at Volk Funeral Home, Teaneck, are from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. today and tomorrow.

The parks foreman is survived by his wife, Lottie; two sons, Henry of California and Anton of Paramus; a daughter, Mrs. Justina Horten of Teaneck, and 10 grandchildren. and benefits. As it is. most po make ends meet." If the department is given sufficient funds.

Perrapato says, civil service tests will bo given during the winter in an attempt to recruit new men. lem." the chief said. "The po licemen have to moonlight to liceman's job is a tough one and we have difficulty attract ing new men. "To make the job inviting, we should improve salaries Burglars Hit Elks And Urban League If you can't stand the heat, stay out of the kitchen! ENGLEWOOD Burglars broke into the Elks Club on Bennett Road and Urban League headquarters on Van Brunt Street yesterday, taking money and equipment. Police said loot taken from the Elks club included a pool table, portable television set, $35 from a cigarette machine and two jars of coins.

Eric Dang, a club trustee who discovered the burlary early yesterday, said that one jar, containing $50 to $60, was for maintaining the building, the second, holding 15 to $20, was for crippled children. Police said two adding machines were taken from the Urban League office, where the theft was discovered by two boys who noticed the door open and told police. or buy a new 1 Philco By ROBERT RUNDE Stiff Writer GARFIELD "Sure, council is well aware of the need for more police officers. But let's face it, we can't even pay the ones we nave." Council President Walter Fabrici said this is the reason why the police department Is undermanned. This, too, is the reason why the resident who expects his call to be answered by a desk sergeant is surprised to bear, instead, a voice saying: "Garfield police.

followed by the name of a detective. The police department now numbers 46 men, six or eight less than Chief Carmine J. Perrapoto says is necessary for the city. During peak policing hours 5 p.m. to about 3:30 a.m.

only three or four cars cruise the city. In the past, as many as six cars have been on the road at once. And during these hours, some cars are manned by special police officers, civilians who have had some training in police work and put in one night a week, rather than by regular members of the force. The daytime operation is not as difficult. Chief Perrapato says, because there are clerks at headquarters who can work the desk, plus motorcycle units and a large share of the detective bureau available for duty.

Some of the financial problems should ease up in November, Fabrici predicts. At that time, the council can legally transfer funds from over-endowed accounts to those in need of more money. The police account is one of those ear-marked for more money, be says, and additional funds will be used not only to pay the salaries of men already on the force. "The whole situation boils down to a big recruiting prob Air Conditioner Peace Committee Presents War Film FAIR LAWN The way of life in North Vietnam and effects of United States bombing were presented last night in film before several hundred persons at the High School. Called "Inside North the movie was made last year by Felix Greene, a Britisher on assignment for the San Francisco Chronicle and C.

B. S. News. It was presented by the Fair Lawn Com-mttee for Peace in Vietnam. In content it switched from placid farm and city scenes to village militia meetings and American bombing of the countryside.

I i r-i rr" I Stiff Photo by Gordon Corbett Jr. BURR STOPPED HERE Aaron Bun nsed to take refreshment at Ramsey's Old Stone House built in 1747. Revolutionary Tavern Now A Museum New Philco NEW LOW, Space-Saver LOW Model AC7C3 PRICE! Operates quietly, even at high speed! amous Philco Noiseless Design engineered to a whisper-Rives you quiet operation. You don't have to cut back the cool-jng to cut down the sound. Adjustable automatic thermostat 6.600 BTUHR cooling capacity 2 cooling and 2 fan speeds Adjustable louvers Ventilation control works with or without cooling Washable air filter No-drip dehumidification Freeholders Preserve 1778 River Vale Site DMARKS BERSEi New! Air Conditioners in period furniture styling! Cool comfort for your kitchen also comes in beautiful furniture-styled atr conditioners from Philco-Foid.

Wide selection of models and styles. Special casement and sliding window models Ramsey's Old Stone House, dating back to 1747, mixes history and romance, according to legend. There. Aaron Burr paused to refresh himself with drink on his way to court Theodosia Provost, then mistress of The Hermitage in Ho-Ho-Kus. The little Dutch colonial at the Island Avenue, Route 17 overpass is said to have been a Revolutionary day tavern.

Now it houses a museum open to the public Sundays 2 to 4 p. m. Of irregular rubblestdSle held with clay mortar reinforced with chopped straw and hog's hair, the sturdy little building was marked for demolition in 1955. The state Highway Division had bought the property and building to make way for an overpass. Spurred by the Ramsey Woman's Club, a com-munitywide appeal resulted in redesign of the clover-leaf and rental of the historic building to the borough for $1 a year.

ANTIQUES DISPLAYED Two rooms are furnished with American antiques loaned or donated by area residents. Exhibits, changed periodically, include dolls, glassware and other memorabilia of the period. Work began on the structuro in 1956, when the PHILCO The Dragoons were led by Colonel George Baylor. Recent excavations in the area have found several graves of the slain soldiers. The county issued a booklet on the massacre during the administration of former Freeholder-Director D.

Bcnnet Mazur who led a fight to save the land from development as a housing project. The Freeholders also authorized a $5,280 expense to install drainage facilities on the land. Originally, it was estimated that the drainage needs, necessitated by road construction, would cost over $11,000. The Baylor Massecre site in River Vale will be added to the County Park system and preserved as a historic reminder of the Revolutionary War. The purchase of the two-acre tract for $36,000 has been authorized by the County Board of Freeholders.

The land, consisting of three lots is owned by the Country View Estates. The tract, lying along the Hackensack River, is mentioned in histories of the Revolutionary War as the place where the British slaughtered 50 Virginia Dragoons early on the morning of Sept. 28, 1778. 11" 't el Ihi AHAM Whtn tho mIniI ul illottf mmam I itom Mit conlioner .1 inifi thll (At BtUWtcoot ri Snaga ciok with, tod imooitl iliown on In, nimt pltlu ttcvtifi'o Ur.i'iy Hon AopMnct Mwtlietoiiu. Ramsey Historical Association came into being.

That summer, the second floor was redecorated as a meeting room. In May 1957, work was begun on the two first-floor museum rooms. The original wide-planked floor was restored and the dark, low beams of the ceilings were reinforced. All the doors were resfggted to double Dutch style matching the one remaining original. A junior museum behind the main building houses antiques of particular interest to children and a nature study section as well Mrs.

Kenneth Ritter of Ramsey will arrange opening of the house at special times. DAHAB'S T.V. i i 4 i.

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