NOVEMBER 12 • 2020 | 45 I f someone wanted to open a top-quality restaurant when this COVID-19 nightmare is over with or before, there was one that would afford him or her the time to also enjoy another life, so to speak … They might want to consider one like the one- time Eckner’ s Chop House on Milwaukee and Second. Charlie Eckner’ s Chop House was open only for lunch and dinner during the week … and closed Saturdays and Sundays … That allowed the owner to devote time to hobbies that added to the enjoyment of his life. But these were strictly hobbies … because the owner was an honest-to-goodness restaurant man, loved the business and genuinely loved people as well. He thought his restaurant was the best in the city, for the type that it was, and he would tell you with absolute sincerity that “if there were any way to improve my food, I would” … And he did, too. The reason Charlie was so confident of his food was because he bought only top- grade meats and provisions and employed a fine executive chef … an unbeatable combination when coupled with charming, efficient waitresses. Eckner’ s Chop House was not a pretentious place and the menu was simple but good. The big thing at Eckner’ s was beef, whether roast prime rib or broiled prime sirloin or tender- loin … and the accent was on prime. His roast beef almost melted in your mouth and the steaks were as tender as a mother’ s love. Other things on the menu were mighty tasty, too … And it was not too surprising perhaps that Eckner’ s was very large also in the fish and seafood depart- ments. Crown jewel was whole broiled lobster, fresh from the cool green briny deep and splashing merrily about in a tank car of melted butter. The bar business at Eckner’ s was very good, and it gave Charlie a warm glow around his pocketbook to know that more than 50 percent of his gross was in the beverage department. Reason for this good business was the tasty drinks he served. And the prices were “right” across the board. OLDIE BUT GOODIE … A lady gets on the bus with her baby and as she sits down, a fellow in back of her says, “I’ ve seen lots of babies in my time, but that’ s the ugliest one I’ ve ever seen!’ She was shocked and angry and started to cry … Another man standing up asks her, “What’ s the matter?” She said that the fellow insult- ed her, and the gent says, “I wouldn’ t let him get away with it! Give him a piece of your mind. I’ ll hold the monkey for you. ” CONGRATS … To Lillian Grossman on her birthday … To Allison Borman on her 17th birthday … To Jackie and Myron Milgrom on their 70th anniversary. Danny’s email address is dannyraskin2132@gmail.com. RASKIN THE BEST OF EVERYTHING Danny Raskin Senior Columnist Detroit Memories: Eckner’s Chop House PINTEREST Full time position available at Oak Park business for Office Administrator/Bookkeeper. This mentally stimulating and financially rewarding job is ideal for an experienced and capable multi tasker who can efficiently see through many administrative aspects of a fast paced, growing business. JOB DESCRIPTION - Day to day bookkeeping - Tactfully communicate and follow up with customers and vendors - Ensure timeliness and quality of business forms and applications - Track business data and manage reports - Manage administrative office tasks JOB REQUIREMENTS: - Past bookkeeping and office experience - Knowledge in QuickBooks & Microsoft Excel - Efficient use of computer and swift typing - Excellent communication skills (phone & email) - Strong ability to multi task - Precise attention to detail - Team player with positive attitude - Problem solver Please send resume including experience, past jobs, and references to Office@tcfaw.com JOB OPPORTUNITY Contact Larry Al l an can’ t enj oy j ewel ry i f i t’ s si tti ng i n your safe deposi t box. Sel l or borrow on i t for i mmedi ate cash. We deal i n j ewel ry, watches, di amonds and coi ns. A Service to Private Owners, Banks & Estates 248-644-8565 Coins & Jewelry