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St. James NY
Permit No. 10
Our Town
DECEMBER
2018
Volume 32
Number 2
Keeping you up to date on
SALES, HAPPENINGS
& PEOPLE
S •T • J •A •M •E •S In Our Town - St. James
PUBLISHED MONTHLY
Peace
Wishing one & all
a new year filled with
love, respect, humility,
compassion, tolerance,
inclusion, good health
and good will.
Thank You
for your continued support!
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Our Town
S• T • J •A •M •E •S
I N T H I S
MERCHANT SPOTLIGHT
I S S U E
Gray’s Jewelers ....................................................4
HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS
Christmas Tree Lighting Extravaganza ................6
Menorah Lighting ..................................................8
STAFF St. James Lutheran Church
Worship Schedule ..............................................10
Ruth Garthe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Editor AROUND TOWN
Robin Clark . . . . . .Associate Editor St. James Lutheran Church Hosts Grief Share ..12
Celebrate St. James: Past - Present - Future Events ....................12
Elizabeth Isabelle . . Feature Writer Scouts Collect Candy for Our Troops ............................................14
William Garthe . . . . . . . Advertising Celebrate St. James Brings Santa to Town ..................................16
Brownies Collect Food for Local Families ......................................17
Sales Historic & Cultural Arts District – A Plan for St. James....................20
IN THE NEWS
OUR TOWN Rotary Donates 100 Turkey Dinners .............................................. 21
Smithtown Animal Shelter
Ribbon Cutting & Naming Ceremony ........................................22
– ST. JAMES – Smithtown Food Pantry Donations Still Needed ..........................24
is a monthly publication produced Comfortable Winter Entertaining Ideas ........................................56
exclusively for the people of Win a Mercedes-Benz or $25,000 ..................................................57
St. James, Nissequogue and HISTORICALLY SPEAKING ..........................................................26-29
Head of the Harbor, L.I., N.Y. ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
On Stage at Smithtown Performing Arts Center .......................... 30
Call 631-862-9849 for The Jazz Loft Happenings .............................................................. 34
Advertising & Copy Deadline The Atelier at Flowerfield Happenings ..........................................36
Swing Dance Long Island Schedule ..............................................39
OUR TOWN is mailed directly to Deck the Halls Exhibition and Shopping Experience ..................39
every residence & business in the The Art League of Long Island Happenings ................................ 40
11780 zip code area Long Island Museum Calendar..................................................42-43
(6559 total copies mailed) Programs Offered at the Library ..............................................44-50
On Stage at Staller Center ........................................................52-53
St. James Post Office Permit #10
Local Residents Honored at LIM Fundraiser ..................................54
St. James, NY 11780
DESIGN IDEAS ....................................................................................58
Published by SHORT STORY Pen and Paper ..................................................60-61
Graphics du jour, Ltd. HEALTH NOTES
359 Lake Ave., St. James, NY 11780 This Christmas, Ask Santa for Better Glutes! ................................64
631-862-9849 / Fax: 631-862-9839 6 Tips to Shovel Snow Safely ..........................................................66
email: ourtown@optonline.net Ring In the New Year With a Hearing Test ....................................68
website: www.ourtownstjames.com Ask Ron Villano ................................................................................70
What Conditions Do Chiropractors Treat? ..................................72
Not responsible for typographical errors. Dressing Tips for Stroke Survivors......................................................73
We reserve the right at our sole discretion to edit or
refuse to print editorial or advertising material
Preparing for the “Holidaze” ......................................................74-75
deemed detrimental to Our Town’s public image FINANCIAL FOCUS ..........................................................................76
or unsuitable for its readers.
NATURALLY SPEAKING ....................................................................78
Copyright © 2018 NATURE PAGES For Kids (and Adults) ............................................79
Graphics du jour, Ltd. IN THE SCHOOLS ........................................................................80-81
All Rights Reserved CELEBRATIONS / POET’S CORNER ................................................ 82
VETERAN’S DAY PARADE ................................................................ 84
OBITUARIES ........................................................................................86
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING .............................................................. 88
DIRECTORY OF ADVERTISERS .................................................. 90-91
PLEASE NOTE:
Advertising & Editorial Deadline
for the JANUARY edition of OUR TOWN • ST. JAMES is
THURSDAY, JANUARY 3, 2019 - 12 NOON.
Distribution takes place on Wednesday, January 16, 2019.
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M E R C H A N T S P O T L I G H T
Gray’s Jewelers
429A North Country Road, St. James, New York 11780 • 631-250-9489
by Elizabeth Isabelle monds, gems and jewelry with waiting for you – some are one
Welcome to Gray’s Jewelers, extremely attractive pricing. of a kind – all are gorgeous!
St. James newest purveyors of ex- Gray’s Jewelers proudly fea- Gray’s Jewelers also features
quisite fine jewelry, the latest in tures Gabrielle New York en- some of the nicest children’s
fun, fabulous fashion jewelry, gagement rings and wedding jewelry that this writer has come
children’s jewelry and more! bands. Gabrielle and Company across in quite a while. No need
Owners Donnalee and Danielle designs jewelry to celebrate to go from store to store search-
are a fantastic mother/daughter memorable occasions. Each ring ing, I promise you that you will
team that have taken their talents is handcrafted with incredible at- find that perfect special gift for
and eye for beauty and created a tention to detail, styled by their that little someone’s special day
wonderful shopping experience award-winning artisan designers. at Gray’s.
sure to please the most discern- Let your love shine with a beau- Gray’s Jewelers is a full service
ing shopper. tiful wedding set, surely destined store offering ear piercing, ap-
Gray’s Jewelers absolutely has to become a treasured family praisals by appointment, watch
something for everyone. Don- heirloom. The selection of these repairs and battery replacement,
nalee has over 30 years experi- elegant rings at Gray’s Jewelers is steaming and cleaning of your
ence in retail jewelry sales with quite vast, ensuring you will find precious pieces and offers design
tremendous knowledge in en- just the right piece to express services for re-purposing your
gagement, diamonds, metals and your individuality. Donnalee and sentimental pieces, giving them a
gemstones. Donnalee specializes Danielle have a passion and a whole new look while preserving
in jewelry design allowing you to flair for classic and timeless your memories. Donnalee and
create that special one-of-a-kind pieces and will help you select Danielle also offer a fun assort-
piece of fine jewelry that you the perfect diamond for your ment of accessories to go along
will treasure forever. From ring very special occasion. with your jewelry to keep you
sizing to the most intricate Gray’s Jewelers also carries an stepping out in style.
restoration of family heirlooms, impressive array of fabulous fash- Awaken your senses with a
Donnalee’s knowledge is to the ion jewelry featuring the latest visit to Donnalee and Danielle at
highest of standards. Danielle designs by the most popular de- Gray’s Jewelers and be sure to fill
has a merchandising degree from signers at affordable prices. Bril- out a “wish list” that they will
Fashion Institute of Technology. liant gemstones and vibrant happily keep on file for your spe-
Together they have created a colors in cuffs, earrings, neck- cial occasion. Donnalee and
store that is breathtaking in its laces, rings and bracelets in their Danielle believe in giving back
presentation of quality dia- entire eye-popping glory are continued on page 62
OUR TOWN • DECEMBER 2018
Villa Sorrento
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Happy Holiday
and
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H O L I D A Y H A P P E N I N G S
Christmas Tree Lighting Extravaganza
The St. James Chamber of Santa made a second appear- were a hit with the kids. Mills
Commerce celebrated its 31st ance by sleigh, beautifully deco- Pond Nursing and Rehabilitation
annual Christmas Tree Lighting rated with sparkling lights by the Center and St. James Rehabilita-
on Saturday, December 1, 2018 St. James Fire Department, to tion and Health Center were
at Deepwells Farm County Park light the tree. The sleigh, which both there with give aways
in St. James. is 120 years old, had been for all.
Santa Claus was on hand, with painstakingly restored to its This was the seventh year the
plenty of time to take pictures original glory by the St. James Chamber held their Christmas
with the kids and give out candy Fire Department. Deepwells Tree Lighting at Deepwells,
canes and little holiday plush Holiday Boutique opened their which was a huge undertaking.
toys. Special thanks to Scott doors after hours to the adults in The elves from G. Smith Electric
Posner who provided the holiday attendance who wanted to do a did a fantastic job lighting all
music and to the Smithtown little shopping. three trees in town as well as
High School East Brass Ensemble Chamber members were installing all the decorations
and Chamber Choir for lending invited to participate. Inspired along Lake Avenue.
their beautiful voices and music Blessings was on hand with Special thanks to Board
to the festivities. Hot chocolate beautiful cards and books and Members Denise Davis (Artpix
and cookies were enjoyed by all, asking for quotes from attendees. Studio), Ruth Garthe (Our Town),
compliments of the St. James Wright Distributors and Light Up William Garthe (Reliance Real
Chamber of Commerce. Inc. with their sparkleing toys continued on page 62
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H O L I D A Y H A P P E N I N G S
Celebrating Chanukah...The Festival of Lights
St. James residents gathered on Throughout the eight days of The St. James Chamber of
Sunday, December 2, 2018 at Chanukah, residents joined at Commerce provided food and
the triangle on Lake Avenue and the Menorah in prayer and song, treats throughout the celebration.
Route 25A in St. James beginning and all the children in atten- Special thanks to Laura Hirsch
the celebration of Chanukah dance got a chance to light a who coordinated the event again
with the lighting of the Menorah. candle. this year.
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g e t B a c K i n A C T I O N fa S t e r w i t H l a S e r t H e r a P Y
FOR THE REDUCTiON OF SUbLUxATiON & THE EFFECTS OF NERvE iNTERFERENCE
enHanced relief of Pain
AND iNFLAMMATiON ASSOCiATED WiTH
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bACK PAiN MiGRAiNES
SCiATiCA PLANTAR FASCiTiS
ARTHRiTiS CARPAL TUNNEL
bURSiTiS SPORTS iNJURiES
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SHOULDER PAiN DAMAGE
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LASER THERAPY TODAY
“TreaTmenT for The relief of nerve inTerference & The effecTs Thereof”
ST. JAMES CHIROPRACTIC
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631-584-7722
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H O L I D A Y H A P P E N I N G S
St. James Lutheran Church Christmas Worship Schedule
The St. James Lutheran Church invites you to join
them at one of their Christmas Worship Services this
year.
There will be two Family Services on Christmas
Eve in the Parish Hall which will include Worship,
singing, Communion and Children’s Procession.
They will also have two Worship Services in the
church later in the evening on Christmas Eve, and
one Service on Christmas Day in the church.
St. James Lutheran Church is located at the corner
of Woodlawn and Second Avenues in St. James.
For additional information please visit the church
website at www.stjlc.com or call 631-584-5212.
All visitors and guests are welcome! The schedule
is as follows: Sanctuary 8:00 p.m.
CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL WORSHIP
St. JAmeS LutheRAN ChuRCh with Holy Communion and Festival Brass
ChRiStmAS SeRviCeS 2018
10:00 p.m.
NOte: there will be no CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL WORSHIP
Sunday morning Worship Service December 24 with Holy Communion and Choir
ChRiStmAS eve – Sunday, December 24 ChRiStmAS DAY – monday, December 25
Parish Hall • 3:00 p.m. • Parish Hall • 5:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m.
CHRISTMAS FAMILY WORSHIP CHRISTMAS WORSHIP SERVICE
with Communion and Children’s Procession with Communion
OUR TOWN • DECEMBER 2018– 11 – OUR TOWN • DECEMBER 2018
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A R O U N D T O W N
St. James Lutheran Church Hosts “Grief Share”
For those seeking help and en- will include an encouraging, in- Home, owned
couragement after the death of a formation-packed video featuring and operated
spouse, child, family member or leading grief recovery experts, a by the Maher
close friend, St. James Lutheran group discussion about the video family.
Church announces ”Grief Share” content and a workbook for jour- St. James
– a 14-session program that will naling and personal study exer- Lutheran
be offered at 7 p.m. on Wednes- cises that reinforce the weekly Church is
days (Thursdays during Lent) session topics. located at the
from January 30 through May 1, “Grief Share” is offered free of corner of
2019 in the church library. charge to all members of the Woodlawn
“GriefShare” is a weekly sup- community seeking bereavement and Second Avenues in
port group that will be hosted by support – a warm and caring St. James. Please contact the
Deacon James Lundgren, Direc- group “oasis” during their long church office at 631-584-5212
tor of Care Giving, and Bonnie journey through grief. It is com- for reservations. Complete
Spiegel, Care Giver, at St. James pletely underwritten by a gener- program information is available
Lutheran Church. Each session ous grant from St. James Funeral online at www.griefshare.org.
Celebrate St. James: Past – Present – Future Happenings
Celebrate St. James is excited (formerly The Calderone Theater), available online at: www.cele-
to continue “COMEDY, COFFEE 176 Second Street, St. James NY bratestjames.org. Space is
& CROISSANTS,” a playful and 11780 - Second Floor (walk up limited.
entertaining exploration of how only) on: Celebrate St. James: Past –
vaudeville influenced 20th January 6 | 12 noon Present – Future’s mission is to
Century comedy produced by The Honeymooners and preserve and celebrate St. James’
Sal St. George Productions, Inc. All In the Family rich history and inspire an appre-
and brought to you in one of St. General Admission/$25 per ciation and knowledge of the arts
James’ last standing historic the- person per event (quantity dis- in our community. All proceeds
aters! count, purchase 5 tickets, $25 off to benefit Celebrate St. James.
COMEDY, COFFEE & CROIS- with code: SAVE25). Senior Ad- For more information call
SANTS will be held at Uniquely mission/$20 per person per event 631-862-6198 or email:
Natalie Quality Consignment (use code SENIOR$5). Tickets are celebratestjames@gmail.com
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OUR TOWN • DECEMBER 2018– 14 –
A R O U N D T O W N
SCOUTS COLLECTED CANDY FOR OUR TROOPS...
Boy Scout
troop 301, of
St. James,
gathered all
unwanted candy
to donate to the
“treats for
troops”
campaign. the
picture does not
do it justice...
there was a ton of
candy donated. if
you’re interested
in Scouting, come
down and see
what troop 301
is all about! the
troop meets every
thursday at
7:30 p.m. in the
basement of the
St James Lutheran
Church.
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At Christmas,
All Roads Lead To Home
Wishing You All A
Joyous & Blessed
Holiday Season!
OUR TOWN • DECEMBER 2018– 16 –
A R O U N D T O W N
Santa Came to Town...
Celebrate St. JameS – PaSt-PreSent-Future brought Santa Claus to
town December 1st.... and brought joy to Lake Avenue. People waved from
their cars, honked their horns and were delighted to see Santa in his bright
red suit ringing in the holiday season. Families stopped to talk with him and
children were thrilled to tell Santa what they wanted under the tree. every
child was so excited when they received a candy cane from the man in the
red suit, white whiskers and bushy beard. Santa had just come from
uniquely Natalie’s where youngsters saw a holiday puppet show, partici-
pated in games and posed with Santa while their mothers, fathers and
grandparents snapped their pictures. A wonderful way to bring in the hol-
iday season!
Soul Brew:
An urban, funky and cozy coffee shop and eatery!
Don’t Dispair...
You’ll find it ALL
right here in St. James!
BREAKFAST
& LUNCH
Served Daily ‘til 4 PM
• Dine In or Take Out •
• Specialty Coffees & Teas •
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TRIVIA NIGHT 7:30 PM Tuesday • OPEN MIC NIGHT Thursday
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Shopping
Center
Shop St. James!
OUR TOWN • DECEMBER 2018– 17 –
A R O U N D T O W N
BROWNIES COLLECT FOOD...
St. James
Brownie troop
2111 collected
food to adopt
eight local
families in
need this
thanksgiving
through Long
island Cares.
Brownies
pictured are:
Rosalia Radosta,
Reegan Prew,
Gabriella
D’Agostino,
erin Kieran,
Reilly Williams,
Jovianna
Keenan
(absent).
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F I N E A R T P H O T O G R A P H Y
Happy Holidays & New Year from Watermark Galleries!
Beautiful seascape & landscape prints by Bob Retnauer, Kjartan Trana, Mick Ward, Ryan
Brook and Richard Green are now available at the Gallery. They make great
Holiday, birthday and anniversary gifts for family and friends.
The Gallery welcomes new photographers to consider exhibiting their work.
Winter 2019 exhibition to feature artistic black-and-white images.
Visit our website at www.watermarkgalleries.com or
call Bob Retnauer at (631) 379-2061
OUR TOWN • DECEMBER 2018– 18 –
Fort Salonga, NY
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plan with cathedral ceilings, exposed beams and an open staircase. Separate laundry room and screened porch.
Full finished basement with 1⁄2-bath and outside exit, 2-car garage. SD #5. MLS# 3070339. $599,000.
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Associate Real Estate Broker
Stony Brook Office
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OUR TOWN • DECEMBER 2018– 19 –
Head of Harbor, NY – Waterfront Retreat St. James, NY – Open Floor Plan
Magnificent waterfront Estate with panoramic view of Stony Spacious Ranch on flat ½-acre in St. James Proper.
Brook Harbor and views of Long Island Sound to Connecticut. Open floor plan, updated hall bath, updated roof, finished
Completely renovated home on 3.91 acres offering ultimate basement with den and 2 additional rooms. 2-car garage,
privacy. Gourmet kitchen, 2 fireplaces and sunlit solarium, 5-car fenced rear yard. Mid-block location. Close to shopping
detached garage with guest quarters. A magical location with and LIRR. SD #1. MLS# 3059552. $459,000.
breathtaking sunsets. SD #1. MLS# 3018530. $3,450,000.
St. James, NY – Traditional Meets Modern Concept St. James, NY – Well-Presented Ranch
Elegant sprawling Ranch in Hamlet Estates, a gated community. Spacious living room, nicely updated bath, new roof – 1 layer,
Soaring ceilings in formal living room with gas fireplace, custom new windows and doors, updated heating system, new hot
kitchen with granite counter tops, formal dining, 3/4 bedrooms, water heater, refinished hardwood floors throughout, large
3 full baths. Fine millwork, moldings and paving stone patio. basement, garage with interior access, fully fenced property,
Clubhouse pool, sauna, tennis, fitness center, putting greens, security lighting. nearby is shopping, mass transit, and major
pond with paddle boats. SD #1. MLS# 3064797. $849,000. arteries. SD #1. MLS# 3068465. $429,000.
St. James, NY – Picture Perfect Victorian
Defined by grace and style, this classic Victorian blends Wishing you and your family a
Old World charm with modern amenities. This newly
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½-acre of beautifully landscaped property that is fully
fenced. It is close to shopping district, train and town
parks. A must see. SD #1. MLS# 3079836. $599,000.
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Associate Real Estate Broker
Gold Circle of Excellence
Smithtown Office
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OUR TOWN • DECEMBER 2018– 20 –
A R O U N D T O W N
Historic & Cultural Arts District... A Plan for St. James
by Arline Goldstein St. James Historic and Cultural
The first meeting of the St. Arts District.
James Historic and Cultural Arts The vision that I have for Lake
District’s Focus Group was held Avenue is one that the Focus
on October 18, 2018. The atten- Group has as well... where
dance was overwhelming, and people will shop at boutiques,
the attendees wanted informa- have a coffee at a café, studios
tion. With St. James’ rich history where youngsters and adults will
in theater and the arts, I dis- take art, drama and music
cussed my proposal of a St. nated “contributing.” We were lessons, learn a new dance step,
James Historic and Cultural Arts also interested in “noncontribut- studios where artists will exhibit
District on Lake Avenue that I ing” buildings. Our walk is an their creativity in the visual arts,
had presented to the Smithtown ongoing task and with the addi- jewelry making, pottery, weav-
Town Board. The Supervisor sug- tion of Dr. Lisa Springer and ing, photography and more….
gested forming a Focus Group, Charlie McLaughlin, the commit- and a thriving night life!
and here we are. The second tee will provide information of By identifying opportunities in
meeting on November 29 was each historic building. the Historic and Cultural Arts
buzzing with excitement after Lance Mallamo, past Director District on Lake Avenue we will
Eileen Minogue reported about of Historical Sites in Suffolk have a downtown that we can
the walk that she and I took on County, instrumental in the get excited about and enjoy. Your
Lake Avenue. Peter Hans, Direc- restoration of Deepwells, as well participation and voice is
tor of the Smithtown Planning as his many other achievements, needed. For information of how
Department, had supplied us is consultant to the Focus Group, to participate in the St. James
with a list of historic buildings and will advise on how to Historic and Cultural Arts District
on Lake Avenue that are desig- proceed with creating the call 631-862-4615.
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ROTARY DONATES 100 TURKEY DINNERS...
Rotary Club of Smithtown members are pictured assembling 100 turkey dinners that were donated to people
in need for thanksgiving. this annual event is just one of the Rotary Club’s many charitable programs. Special
thanks to Jeannie Wickel who organized the event.
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Smithtown Animal Shelter Ribbon Cutting & Naming
Ceremony Held in Honor of Harlan & Olivia Fischer
On November 5, 2018 elected tion Center last year to help pay contribution like this for our ani-
officials, Town employees and for the fencing around the dog mals….”
members of the community runs. The ceremony ended with - SUPERVISOR ED WEHRHEIM
braved the cold and rain to the unveiling of the new sign at
honor Harlan and Olivia Fischer the main dog run and agility “The Shelter looks unbeliev-
of Head of the Harbor. The long- area, renamed in honor of Olivia able. The animals are well cared
time animal advocates and res- and Harlan Fischer. for, they are friendly... they liter-
cuers made a $7,600 donation to “I would like to personally ally come right up to you looking
the Smithtown Animal & Adop- thank the Fischer’s for making a continued on page 62
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Smithtown Food Pantry Donations Still Needed
by William J. Garthe appreciated... It was my pleasure I am publishing a list of items
Once again I would like to to make many trips to the Pantry needed, just in case you have
thank the very generous residents with all your donations. Canned any of these in abundance in
who dropped off food and other goods, pasta, toothbrushes, your pantry, as there are some
items for the Smithtown Food toothpaste, rolls of toilet paper, folks right here in St. James and
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H I S T O R I C A L L Y S P E A K I N G
LIVES, LOVES, AND LAMENTS OF THE PEOPLE OF ST. JAMES
William Jay Gaynor, the Man Who Bought
Clinton Haven Smith’s House and Farm in St. James in 1905
by Bradley Harris,
Smithtown Historian
I have been writing about the
great estates that once existed
in St. James. My last article on
this subject dealt with Clinton
Haven Smith, the man who
owned the house and farm in
St. James that was originally
built by Joe L. G. Smith in
1845. Clinton Smith and his
wife spent summers in the
house until the summer of
1897 when Clinton Smith’s Na-
tional Guard unit was activated
and sent to Cuba to fight in the
Spanish American War. A year
later, in October of 1898, Clin- mayor Gaynor walking in St. James with a pack of dogs for company.
ton Smith was welcomed back
to Smithtown as a hero who and farm in St. James for a cou- garage built behind the kitchen
had participated in the Battle of ple of summers to see if he liked wing. He also had a deep, 125
San Juan Hill. But the acco- the North Shore of Long Island. foot, brick-lined well dug behind
lades were premature since a Having been raised on a farm in the kitchen and a water tower
month later Lt. Col Clinton H. the little upstate town of erected to serve as a reservoir for
Smith was humiliated and dis- Oriskany, NY, Judge Gaynor had the well water. He had a second
graced by being accused of never lost his fondness for coun- deep well and water tower in-
cowardice during the battle. try living and the farm drew him stalled near the barn complex on
He had to face a Court of In- like a magnet. Apparently the re- the south side of North Country
quiry, was subsequently court- laxed pace of country life in St. Road. The presence of these
martialed, found guilty, and James appealed to him, and hand-dug wells led to the name
dismissed from the service. He since the big house easily ac- ‘Deepwells’ for the estate.
couldn’t go back to St. James commodated his large family A reporter described the estate
and confront the townsfolk that included seven children, he in 1909: “The farmhouse is a
who had made him their hero, decided to buy the farm in 1905. stately, old-fashioned one that
so he decided to rent out his It also must have helped that in fills the eye. Around it is a well-
fully furnished home in St. 1893 the Judge had been elected kept lawn of five acres, with
James. That was when Supreme to a 14 year term on the bench pleasant gardens. The barn,
Court Justice William J. Gaynor and had a guaranteed annual in- wagon-house, hen house, corn
first rented, then bought, the come of $17,500 so he could af- crib, and stables are across the
house and farm that he trans- ford to buy the estate. road and 200 yards away.”
formed into the country estate After purchasing the Smith (“New York City’s Next Mayor, A
Deepwells. house and farm, Judge Gaynor Study at Close Range of William
began to make some changes J. Gaynor, the Man,” unattributed
William Jay Gaynor first came gradually transforming the newspaper article, copyright
to St. James in 1902 when he “unimproved farm into a fine es- 1909 by Pach Bros., on file in the
rented the estate that we know tate.” (Colonel Rockwell’s Scrap- Long Island Room of the Smith-
today as Deepwells. At the time, book, edited by Charlotte Ganz, town Library.) “While Gaynor
Gaynor was a Justice of the Smithtown Historical Society, had plenty of money, Deepwells
Supreme Court of the State of Smithtown, NY, 1968, p. 167.) was never a lawned or groomed
New York. His year-round resi- Gaynor extended the ell off the estate such as the wealthy neigh-
dence was a 4-story brownstone back of the house, had gas in- bors supported. It was actually
house at 20 Eighth Avenue, stalled throughout the house for farmed and stocked with a large
Brooklyn. He rented the house lighting, and had a two-car continued on page 28
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H I S T O R I C A L L Y S P E A K I N G
William Jay Gaynor
contnued from page 26
and varied assortment of farm
animals.” Gaynor “loved dogs,
horses, cows and especially pigs.
He would walk miles to inspect
a prize porker.” His favorite gam-
bit was to take an unsuspecting
reporter on a tour of the farm,
bring him to the pig-pen and
then watch the reporter gag and
blanch at the unbelievable
stench. (Louis Heaton Pink,
Gaynor, the Tammy Mayor Who
Swallowed the Tiger, The Interna-
tional Press, 106 Seventh Av-
enue, New York, NY, 1931, p.
208-209.)
Gaynor genuinely loved farm
work, and when he wasn’t show- to walk and whenever he was in Gaynor “liked to walk alone
ing off the farm, he would put on St. James, he would take a morn- and if he had a companion it
old clothes, join in the farm ing and afternoon walk. “Walk- was apt to be the village loafer,
work, and if things were slack at ing … was his principal exercise. or drunkard, or some quaint vil-
his own place, he would help A common sight around St. lage character. … One of
‘Mel’ Smith, his neighbor who James, no matter what the Gaynor’s closest companions at
ran the livery stable, with his weather, came to be the Judge, St. James was Captain Frank De-
haying.” (Louis Heaton Pink, op. with a motley escort of dogs, Mott, a man of education and
cit., pp. 208-209.) “Even when hiking along, hands clasped be- considerable ability who had be-
public officials came out on invi- hind him, wearing baggy pants, come the village good for noth-
tation to discuss public busi- a jacket with bits of straw and ing. The Captain would spend his
ness,” the Judge, who became hayseed sticking to it” and a golf summers loafing and drinking
the Mayor of New York City in cap on his head. Gaynor would and doing odd jobs. Every fall he
1909, “would not leave his con- walk steadily for 10 miles, some- would commit some petty of-
genial rural employments. If they times 15, “always ready to stop fense so that he would be sent to
found him pitching hay in a and chat with a farmer, and he the county jail at Riverhead
neighbor’s field or on top of a knew them all for miles around, where he would pass the winter
hay wagon, he would tell his or to compliment a farmer’s wife in warmth and comfort. DeMott
guests to sit in the shade under a on her eggs and butter.” (Thomas was a philosopher and Gaynor
tree and wait until he had fin- Lately, The Mayor Who Mastered never tired of swapping stories
ished his task.” (Louis Heaton New York, New York: William with him. When DeMott got into
Pink, op. cit., pp. 210-211.) and Morrow and Company, Inc., scrapes with the neighbors,
William J. Gaynor also loved 1969, pp. 124-125.) Gaynor saw the humorous side
of it, but when he stole the
Gaynor turkeys, there was a
coolness between the philoso-
phers for a time.” (Louis Heaton
Pink, op. cit., pp. 209-210.)
Gaynor’s friends at St James
were not wealthy summer resi-
dents, whose lawn parties and
preoccupation with horsiness set
the tone during the season.
Gaynor preferred the company
of villagers – W.H. Monahan, the
blacksmith, and Melville Smith,
Photograph of Deepwells showing the extended “ell” that Gaynor added to who ran the livery stable, and a
the house and the water tower behind it that was used to pump up the water clam digger named James
from the deep 125’ wells. continued on facing page
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H I S T O R I C A L L Y S P E A K I N G
continued living in their midst but Gaynor- the Democratic Party in New
J. Snook. With these the Judge was well liked and respected as York City had nominated Judge
would argue politics and philos- a man who would talk to people William Jay Gaynor to be the
ophy for hours, sometimes shar- and was not snobbish or preten- next Mayor of New York City.
ing with them a bottle of what he tious. Just imagine the excite- More about Judge William Jay
called ‘White Mule.’ The Judge ment that ran through the Gaynor and his run for Mayor of
liked his whiskey and on villagewhen it was learned that New York next month...
“drowsy summer evenings,”
Gaynor would be found on his
front porch sitting in his favorite
rocking chair “usually with a
glass of refreshment at hand.”
The people of St. James “be-
lieved that nothing pleased the
Judge so much as ‘raising hell’;
yet on the whole the farm was a
safety valve for Gaynor’s high
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A R T S & E N T E R T A I N M E N T
On Stage at Smithtown Performing Arts Center
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Mary Jean & Joe Kronwitt
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T’was weeks before Christmas and the buyers they cried,
“Show us a home for our family to reside.”
So off went the realtor to his team, gave a whistle
and away they all flew like the down of a thistle.
218 Saint James Ave., St. James. $588,888.
the porch was so inviting the buyers they sat.
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the den with its fireplace and sliders to the yard,
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“So much to look at and admire,” the buyers would say,
“but we have to see all that you have to show us today…”
So off to Smithtown the realtor did take them...
20 River Heights Dr., Smithtown. $499,000.
When they pulled in the drive what to their wondering eyes should appear
but a two car garage – one for his truck and one for his dear.
It was a solid built home with so much to offer:
oak floors, newer roof, sliders and windows they saw,
the 1.10 acre yard was amazing,
they thought of a fire pit with marshmallows blazing.
Or maybe a tennis court and a tree house with a fort.
But they still had one more to see so off they did scurry
for they were in an awful big hurry……
62 Valley Ave., Smithtown. $369,000.
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with its pastoral setting that they could see from the car.
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So that was it for the realtor that day,
but you could hear him exclaim as he drove out of sight
“Happy Holidays to all and to all a good night!”
OUR TOWN • DECEMBER 2018– 34 –
A R T S & E N T E R T A I N M E N T
The Jazz Loft Happenings
The Jazz Loft at Stony Brook, located at 275 Chris- The Jazz Loft is open Thursday through Saturday,
tian Avenue in Stony Brook, is an exhibition, preser- 12 noon to 5 p.m. Tickets: Adults/$10; seniors
vation, education and performance center which 62+/$7; students/$5; children 12 and under are free.
houses a vast collection of jazz memorabilia. The
Jazz Loft hosts jam sessions, lectures on jazz and For additional information and to purchase tickets
presents a variety of concerts. Some of the concerts visit www.thejazzloft.org or call 631-751-1895. Sub-
in the coming months are sponsored by Olivia and ject to availability, tickets can be purchased at the
Harlan Fischer of Head of the Harbor. door before the event.
Wed., December 19 Saturday, December 22, 2 p.m. thurs., January 17, 7 p.m.
Jam Session featuring the Jazz interplay Jazz Orchestra’s Family Rich iacona’s the Bad Little Big
Loft Jazz Band, 7 p.m./$10. Christmas Show. The 17-piece Band. 15-piece big band.
Open Jam from 8-9:30 p.m./$5. orchestra performs holiday Tickets: $20/adults, $15/seniors,
music. Tickets: $20/adults, $10/students
thurs., December 20, 7 p.m. $15/seniors, $10/students,
Rich iacona’s Bad Little Big children 12 and under/free Wed., January 23
Band Annual holiday Show. Jam Session featuring the Jazz
15-piece jazz band and mon., December 31, 8:30 p.m. Loft trio and the Art of Jazz
vocalist perform. New Year’s eve Spectacular. The The Jazz Loft Trio performs at
Tickets: $20/adults, $15/seniors, Jazz Loft All Stars perform. Cock- 7 p.m. followed by an open jam
$10/students tails, appetizers, dinner, music, at 8 pm. Tickets: 7 p.m./$10;
dancing, champagne toast and 8 p.m./$5
Friday, December 21, 7 p.m. balloon drop. Tickets: $165
tom manuel’s eggnog Romp. Wed., February 6
Performing will be Tom Manuel Wed., January 9 Jam Session featuring the Jazz
on coronet, Steve Salerno and Jam Session featuring the Jazz Loft trio and the Art of Jazz
guitar, Ellis Holmes on drums Loft trio and the Art of Jazz The Jazz Loft Trio performs at
and other guest performers. The Jazz Loft Trio performs at 7 p.m. followed by an open jam
Tickets: adults/$25, seniors/$20, 7 p.m. followed by an open jam at 8 pm. Tickets: 7 p.m./$10;
students/$15 at 8 pm. Tickets: 7 p.m./$10; 8 p.m./$5
8 p.m./$5
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