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Volume 48, Number 46, Published on 11/13/1995

News

Shoe leather wins council race

La Poll puts 'sole' into campaign, captures the family vote

David Packard withdraws application for office building in LAH

David Packard is withdrawing his application for a new Packard Foundation headquarters on land he owns in Los Altos Hills.

Los Altos Hills rules against 'for sale' sign on adjacent property

Hal and Michelle Edmondson had permission from the neighbors to post a "for sale" sign on property adjacent to the property they were selling. However, they didn't get permission of the Los Altos Hills City Council.

Correction

Town Crier reopens for business at newly renovated headquarters

The Los Altos Town Crier building has borrowed from a bit of old-fashioned architecture for its new look, incorporating a colonial-style brick front, white trim, balcony and mansard roof that conveys a stately appearance.

El Camino Hospital Board approves legal expense for litigation

In order to minimize expenses facing the El Camino District Hospital Board over existing legal litigation between the District and Camino Health Care, board members have approved an engagement letter with the law firm Steefel, Levitt & Weiss of San Francisco.

Man involved in scuffle with officer returns to court

Hugo Hauser, charged with assaulting a Los Altos police officer during a routine traffic stop and who then accused the officer of using excessive force, appeared in court Monday on criminal charges of assaulting a police officer.

Mountain View to take over Shoreline golf course after suit settlement

The eagle has finally landed for the City of Mountain View and Mountain View Golf Company, Inc. after both parties reached an agreement over Shoreline Golf Links ending a three-year court battle.

El Camino Hospital District still pursuing litigation

The Board of Directors of Camino Healthcare will attempt to resolve the El Camino Hospital District's lawsuit through discussion rather than litigation. However, the board has hired an attorney to look into the lawsuit and determine if it has merit.

Three incumbents retain seats at

The three incumbents at the Foothill-De Anza Community College District retained their seats in last week's election, with an overwhelming majority vote over the lone challenger.

People

Longtime LAH resident Margaret Westall leaves a legacy of artwork

Special to the Town Crier

John William Roney

An engineer with Insul-8 Corporation, he is survived by his wife Mary Jane Roney of Los Altos and father of Kathleen Schegg of Truckee, Carol Maiers of Santa Clara, Janet Roney of Nebraska and Edward Roney of Oregon; and a sister Catherine Fuller of Torrance.

Carl Luhr

A native of Germany, he was a resident of Los Altos for 46 years and a house painter for 12.

Helen Maas

A homemaker for 60 years and a native of Whippany, N.J., mother of Florence Lincicome of Los Altos, she is survived by two sisters and one brother.

Gary Richard Dawson

A native of Palo Alto, he attended Hillview Grammar School, Covington Jr. High and Los Altos High School.

Janice Peterson

A service representative with Southwestern Bell, she is survived by her husband Claude Peterson of Los Altos, daughters Lou Ann DeMartini and Laurie Prioste both of Los Altos, and a brother Dr. William R. Olson, of Portland, Ore.

Georgia Marion Riley

A native of California, she was a long time former resident of Los Altos and a telephone operator at Stanford University.

Community

United Way campaign kicks off in Los Altos

The volunteer Board of Directors of the United Way's Los Altos/Los Altos Hills Chapter is asking friends, family members, neighbors and co-workers in the community to donate and help kickoff the United Way of Santa Clara County's 1995 campaign.

'Holidays in the Village' opens this Friday

This is the historic Tree Lighting Ceremony, where more than 200 trees are brought to life, which magically transforms Los Altos into a winter wonderland.

Armed Service Notices

Army Spec. Aaron P. Miaullis has completed light-wheeled vehicle mechanic course at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. He is a 1987 graduate of Los Altos High School, and son of Laura P. White and Bart J. Miaullis of Los Altos

Foothill students learn value of teamwork, recycling at garbage contest

Students competed in PETE Bowling, the De-Can-A-Thon, Banana Peel to Compost Relay, Team Recycling Toss, and Dash and Recycle, accruing points for speed, teamwork and knowledge of the recycling rules on campus.

Town Crier open house this Friday

Town Crier publishers Paul and Liz Nyberg invite the public to see first-hand the changes made to the paper's headquarters as well as chat with the staff and dine on some refreshments. The open house will last until 8 p.m.

In the Past...

As reported in the November 18, 1970 edition of the Town Crier, Claire Pelton, English teacher and department chairman at Los Altos High School, was appointed to the Board of Directors of the California Council on the Education of Teachers at its fall 1970 conference.

Realtors undertake annual holiday food drive to CSA

Local real estate companies are doing some serious holiday business in Los Altos as their annual food drive to gather items for the Community Services Agency gets under way.

Hey big leaguer - cop cards for trade

Want to trade a Los Altos Police Chief Lucy Carlton for an extra Officer Matt Hartley?

How to use Town Crier voice mail

Call the Town Crier at 948-9000 and an operator will first ask you to dial the extention immediately, if you know it, or press the following options:

LAGCo's 'Spirit of Sharing' lights the holidays

The successful curbside drive, which generated more than 10,000 pounds or 5 tons of food last year, will be held Monday through Dec. 8 in Los Altos, Los Altos Hills and Mountain View.

There will be peace in Israel - after the tears

Town Crier Columnist

Community Briefs

for holiday auction

Funds sought for downtown twinkle lights

The Village Association began this project in 1967 to create a festive and decorative atmosphere along our business streets during the holiday season. Los Altans can enjoy the magical ambiance the lights create. The City pays only for the eletrical costs. The remaining costs of thousands a year are the responsiblity of the Village Association. This year additional funds will need to be raised to fully decorate the Community Plaza as well.

Watercolor artist appearance opens ZYT Galerie exhibition

Saito, born in Japan, became interested in snakes, lizards, frogs and nature at an early age. By the age of seven, he also knew that he wanted to be an artist, which prompted him to win a signficant honor - an "all-Japan award in painting."

Project Match finds people with space for people needing space

Judy Landry has been living with George and Gladys Baxter for the last year. This may not seem usual until you learn that Landry pays only $400 a month to rent a bedroom and bathroom in the Baxter's Los Altos home.

Fall projects scheduled for regional MROSD volunteers

The District depends on volunteers to provide assistance in many ways. The Preserve Partners program needs volunteers on the third Saturday of the month for trail maintenance, removing exotic plants and other projects to restore areas to their natural condition.

Santa to arrive at Ranch to sounds of 'A Christmas Memory'

The 11:30 a.m. Friday reading will be followed by Santa's noon arrival at Rancho, located on Foothill Expressway at Springer and Magdalena roads in Los Altos, one mile south of downtown Los Altos and one-half mile east of I-280. Fcr additional information about Santa's arrival and the dramatic reading, the public may call 949-1880. There is no charge for the event.

Former Texas governor Ann Richards tones down sarcasm at Morning Forum

Ann Richards was introduced to the Morning Forum of Los Altos as a Texan through and through. The overflow crowd came to hear Richard's sarcastic, cutting, "ball busting" wit as a political humorist, but instead she was serious, sincere and only seldom did she follow her usual repertoire of biting and whimsical satire during the entire morning.

All faiths share grief for Rabin at Temple Beth Am

More than 1,500 mourners gathered at Congregation Beth Am in Los Altos Hills Nov. 6 for a fallen hero. Although Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin was gunned down Nov. 4 at an Israeli peace rally more than 8,000 miles away, his assassination was as personal as a death in the family.

Kaleidoscope features holiday gift items

News anchor/reporter Glenn Quinn visits Fermentation Frenzy, Chris Johnson spends time at The Gourmet Works, Carol Curran learns a lot about sculpture and custom jewelry at Connoisseur of Los Altos and Diane Brauch shops for designer bargains at the new American Cancer Society Discovery Shop.

Discovery Shop offers holiday tree to remember loved ones

A tree lighting ceremony will be held at 7 p.m. Friday with music, refreshments and a short ceremony. The public is invited.

Renown Los Altos potter opens studio to public

"The beauty and peacefulness of Los Altos provides me with great inspiration," Lamb said. "The quality of life here is so wonderful and the weather is terrific allowing me to work outdoors."

Volunteer service awards luncheon scheduled for Dec. 1

Volunteer awards from civic staffs, school districts, library districts and individuals from both cities will be recipients of the awards.

New video, 'A Sense of Place,' chronicles Los Altos history

The video highlights many of the landmark properties within Los Altos, explains the commission's role in the preservation of historical sites and answers frequently asked questions about property owners' rights. The video also gives the viewer an overview of the history of the Los Altos area from the Ohlone people through modern times.

Schools

The parent factor and its effect on Los Altos schools

Special to the Town Crier

Egan students ride in style after sales

In total seventy-nine students won the top prize by selling 25 or more magazine subscriptions. They raised $75,000 of which Egan School will get $30,000, according to Paul Gonella, a teacher at Egan.

Springer adopts volunteer reading program

EVERYBODY WINS is the brainchild of New York executive Arthur Tannenbaum who is seeking to spread the program across the country. "We want to nurture and teach children," he said. "It's the community's job that should involve more than schools and teachers. I want to make it easy for people to get involved."

School Notes

Maria Ferrari of Los Altos will be performing in Sacred Heart Community Players' "The Pajama Game." The story is about an ensemble of pajama factory workers put on a show for members of the pajama workers union. The show runs Nov. 10 through Nov. 18 at Sacred Heart School's Little Theatre in Atherton.

School Briefs

craft faire

'Dead' day at school

Drug-free reflections

MVHS band earns "Lady of Lodi" trophy

The Spartans Marching band is well known for its high standards, but in the opinion of staff and students, as well as judges, this year was unprecedented. Robin Krmaer, director of music at MVHS, said the original score, adapted by Richard Alipaz, band director, from the soundtrack of the movie " Stargate," was the best music the band ever played.

Sports

Cavallaro beats winds, 140 miles in triathlon

Town Crier Sports Editor

Prep tennis

Robert Louis Stevenson may have swept Pinewood 7-0 in the opening round of the Central Coast Section playoffs, but the Panthers didn't go down without a fight.

Athlete of the Week

Los Altos High freshman Andrew Hill is one dedicated cross-country runner.

CCS roundup

Town Crier Sports Editor

Prep football

Special to the Town Crier

CCS volleyball

Town Crier Sports Editor

Foothill, De Anza clash Saturday

Fans can gain admission to the game and receive a chicken barbecue lunch ($6/general and $5.50/students) from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Campus Center Patio; no tickets will be sold after Friday. Game-only tickets can be purchased at the gate for $3/general and $2/seniors and students.

Ski tips

Special to the Town Crier

Local Sports Calendar

Tomorrow, Nov. 16

Scores

GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY

Sports shorts

ROAD TRIP: Los Altos' K.C. Ramsey, 8, is headed to Las Vegas Dec. 15-18 - to race quarter-midget cars in the Winter Nationals. But the Santa Rita School student, who recently finished in the top eight of his class in the California Monza Series and Baylands Point Series, needs monetary help to hit the road. If interested in making a donation, call the Ramsey family at 948-4660.

Business & Real Estate

Waldorf School to hold holiday open house

The community is welcome to join in on the family-centered merrymaking, including beeswax candle dipping, wreath and gift making. Children's activities include games, gingerbread cookie decorating and gift making.

Author compares Silicon Valley to Massachusetts Route 128 in new book

Driving along Massachusetts' Route 128 you realize the technology corridor is relatively stagnant. It lacks the vibrancy, innovation and engineering energy and personal drive to turn it into the kind of miracle mile found in Silicon Valley.

Chamber offers

The Los Altos Chamber of Commerce will resume its monthly meetings of business owners and staff. Renamed "Business Solutions," the meetings are free and open to everyone in business, not just business owners.

Coldwell Banker hires

Coldwell Banker has two new sales associates working out of their Los Altos Office. Both are residents of Los Altos.

City Hall offers shoplifting prevention film

Copies of the video are available to check out free at the city's small business resource library in Carol Curran's (Economic Development) office at City Hall. Businesses who wish to use the video as a training aid for their own staff may purchase a copy for $10 (payable to the City of Los Altos).

Seufferlein joins Cornish & Carey as an owner

Seufferlein, 43, was managing officer of CB Commercial's San Jose Office and Regional Industrial Group. He worked for CB Commercial as a specialist in industrial sales and leasing.

A big plate but please, just one serving at a time

Special to the Town Crier

Real Estate Companies announce

Pacific Union and Seville Properties announced a strategic alliance of their firms. The jointly owned venture, Bay Area Relocation Alliance, was formed to fill a growing need of corporate customers for relocating employees locally and nationally.

Weekly Special

Recipe of the Week

Be sure to allow time for the jerk chicken to marinate overnight.

Pies, Pasties and Puddings

In winter hot meat pies keep out the cold and damp. In summer, cold pies are perfect for picnics or a day at the races. Indeed, meat pies can appear at any time and in any setting, making them perhaps the most typical of British foods.

Happenings