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Veteran of the Month: William (Junie) Fletcher

William (Junie) Fletcher was born on March 16, 1939 in the Frankford section of Philadelphia. Junie, as he was known, went to the following school: Henry Elementary, Harding Junior High and he graduated from Frankford High School. Junie joined the Army during the Korean conflict. He finished his basic training at Fort Hood, Texas. Junie received several awards during his training and was promoted to E-3 (Private First Class) and then served the rest of his military duties overseas. Junie was honorably discharged after his years of service.

Junie was baptized at a young age and was a dedicated member of Second Baptist Church. Junie also love being involved in community services. He loved baseball, football and shooting a game of pool. He also enjoyed parties and family gatherings. William (Junie) Fletcher left this world at a young age. He was very much loved by friends in Frankford section and loved and missed by his family and his memory is carved into their hearts and minds forever.

William (Junie) Fletcher – Thank you for your service!!!

 

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Raucus Bar an Issue at Frankford Civic

Out of control activity at the bar at 4101 Paul Street was an issue at the Frankford Civic meeting on December 1st.

Neighbors have called the police on several occasions in the last month due to activity at the bar at 4101 Paul Street at closing time.  The bar owned by 4101 New Addition Inc.

Residents also say that rooms are for rent in the building which has no rental license.  A complaint has been made to 311 to start an investigation.  If you have a problem with a bar you can make a formal complaint to the State Police at 800-932-0602.

Cars owned by the used car lots that line Torresdale Avenue continue to take up the sidewalks.  It is illegal but the police and the Philadelphia Parking Authority do nothing to enforce the law.  The kids coming and going to the Charter School on Tacony Street have to work hard to find a clear piece of sidewalk on the West side of Torresdale Avenue to walk in safety.

A used car lot at Oxford and Leiper, parks their cars on the street on 4800 Oxford avenue taking up scarce residential parking. There have been as many as 8 cars parked without tags on the street.  This issue is under investigation.

The group is looking at ways get the various key Frankford groups to collaborate and coordinate for events next year.  They are also looking at alternate locations for meetings to attract more active participation.

The crime report for PSA1 for November continues to show improvement in the area of major crime.

crime-summary

The next meeting of the Frankford Civic Association will be held on January 4th 2017 at St. Marks church at 4442 Frankford Avenue.

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Baby Thrown From 3rd Floor In Frankford 2-Alarm Fire

At least three people were hospitalized after a two-alarm fire burned the building housing several apartments and Leandro’s Pizza this morning.   Get the details from CBS Philly at the link below.

Source: Police: Baby Thrown From 3rd Floor In Philly 2-Alarm Fire « CBS Philly

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Guest Opinion by Nikima Anderson

I’m writing to express my views on my district’s representative Jason Dawkins. The following includes points that I address in a letter I intend to send to him.

I’m glad to hear about his second upcoming term. I am a Masterman High School senior and I live in the Frankford area and am represented by him. I am writing him with my opinions on some of his work and issue stances.

One of his issues that I am the most passionate about is how he intends to keep the streets safe. My family has lived right around the corner corner from Frankford Transportation Center for the last 10 years. As he resides relativity close to there as well, I’m sure he understands it’s not the safest area.

I really agree with his ideas of directing funding to school aides and counselors because I believe making sure kids have a safe space in school will actually keep them in school and out of the dangerous situations this neighborhood might induce.

I am also intrigued by the bill he was recently pushing concerning parole and life sentences. This is one ideal that I can not say I am in agreement with. If someone commits a crime worthy of a life sentence, I don’t think that he should get the option of parole. “Good behavior” is too subjective to determine if someone has been rehabilitated. Also, even if their age or health make it extremely unlikely that they will ever reoffend, it is still possible that they will. And, even if they don’t, they should still have to live out the entirety of the punishment that they have earned.

This is particularly hard for me to say because I have family currently serving life sentences but I do really believe that if parole is not deserved, it shouldn’t just be granted.

On another note, I really appreciate his take on the police brutality issue. I was so happy with his opposition to the bill that would give police officers who used their guns unnecessary anonymity.

As a young black woman, police brutality is an issue that I hold very close to my heart and am very passionate about. So I am glad to be represented by someone who understands the importance of holding overly aggressive officers accountable for their actions.

Aside from mainstream issues, I would like to let it be known that I love the things he does for our community, in terms of recreation activities and parks and education for example, and how involved he is, talking at community centers and things of that sort.

Although I’ll be leaving the area soon for college, I’m still very concerned for the area that my little brother will continue to reside in and I hope that he is able to follow through on his plans to make our community safe and functional.

High School Senior,
Nikima Anderson

Guest opinons are always welcome.  Write to gil@frankfordgazette.com

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Frankford Football Thanksgiving

This year Thanksgiving saw 2 football traditions continue with the 7th Annual Turkey Bowl up at Frankford Stadium and the 4th Annual Old Heads flag football game at Gambrel.

The Turkey Bowl is the continuation of the Frankford High/North Catholic game held each Thanksgiving.  The white team won this year.

The oldheads has a shorter but no less fabled history as the game organized by Ike and Kat Hardy to bring the neighborhood together on Thanksgiving morning.  With the Oldheads, everybody is a winner.

Congratulations to all.

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