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The BERKELEY Times Vol. 32 - No. 7

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Local Author Tells The Story Of ‘Men In Bras’ By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – The title certainly makes you stop and think. What could the book “Men In Bras” be about? “It’s ultimately a family saga,” author Terry Hyams said. “I’m a bra man. My Dad was a bra man and my brother is a bra man.” He crafted a fictionalized version of how his father got into the industry of making bras, added some tension and some crime, to create a novel he recently self-published. “Some of this actually happened and some of it didn’t,” (Left) Terry Hyams poses with he said. A small change is that a picture of his novel, “Men In he places the story in 1959 even Bras.” (Right) “Men In Bras” Photos courtesy Terry Hyams though his father got into the is a historical family drama. business in 1954. A larger change board boxes. His boss took a liking to him, and is the connection with the mob. seeing his artistic merit, promoted him to pattern The humorous historical drama follows Alvin “Al” maker. Thus, he joined the women’s underwear Haas, an ambitious young designer, who dives into New industry which was, at the time, largely dominated York City’s garment industry. He finds a close friend in by men. It has since changed on that front. Caroline Jones, who becomes what they would consider The next generation also joined the apparel inback in the day a “fit model.” It’s about two determined dustry. Growing up, Hyams always had an artistic dreamers whose courage, determination, and compassion talent. A guidance counselor suggested attending reshape lives, challenge convention, and leave an unfor- the Philadelphia College of Textiles and Sciences gettable mark on everyone around them. (which later merged with Thomas Jefferson Uni“I spent my entire career in this business. Over the years I versity). He met his future wife there. In 1998, he realized there were incredible stories that had never been told. and his brother became business partners in a comI wanted to write a novel that would make people laugh while pany that primarily manufactures medical bras. introducing readers to an amazing industry,” Hyams said. Hyams is a Bayville entrepreneur, inventor, “This story is somewhat based on my father’s life,” he added. songwriter, and more than 40 years in the indusIn reality, his father worked in a warehouse, and he try. For more information, or to buy online, visit became known for doodling cartoons on the card- MenInBrasBook.com/.

Judge Calls Disbarred Attorney A ‘Con Artist’

Photo by Stephanie Faughnan David T. Schlendorf was disbarred but still practiced law.

By Stephanie Faughnan OCEAN COUNTY – A former attorney who continued accepting clients after he was disbarred was sentenced to three years of probation after paying $70,755 in restitution to six people who believed he was still licensed to practice law. David T. Schlendorf, 54, now of Holladay, Utah, pleaded guilty to five counts of theft by deception and one count of

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Residents Spot Trash In Natural Areas By Chris Lundy BERKELEY – With the shore to the east, and forests to the west, Berkeley offers spectacular views of nature, but residents have brought up several instances where trash is showing up in the natural world. At a recent Township Council meeting, a few Berkeley Shores residents talked about garbage winding up in the lagoons. Ross Pirrotta, co-president of the Berkeley Shores Homeowners Association, said that the grates in the road are in need of maintenance or repair. There are ones missing important parts, and others that are clogged and overflowing with (Trash - See Page 5)

Daniel Radcliffe Films New Movie At Jersey Shore

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unauthorized practice of law. Although Superior Court Judge Guy P. Ryan accepted the probationary sentence negotiated as part of Schlendorf’s plea agreement, he delivered a harsh assessment of the former attorney’s conduct. “This is a deliberate, organized criminal scheme,” Ryan said. “There’s no way to justify this.” (Disbarred - See Page 4)

August 8, 2026

Actor Daniel Radcliffe poses with Seaside Park police officers as he was in town filming the spy thriller, “Trust the Man.” Left to right: Patrolman Carl Del Conte, Chief Bryan McKay, Sgt. Allen Mantz, Radcliffe, Patrolman Timothy Slickers, Patrolwoman Alyssa Stilton and Sgt. Andrew Casole. By Jason Allentoff SEASIDE PARK – Beachgoers might have done a double take after spotting “Harry Potter” star Daniel Radcliffe filming a new movie along the Jersey Shore. Radcliffe was in Seaside Park on July 30 shooting scenes for the upcoming espionage thriller (Daniel Radcliffe - See Page 5)

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