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Now. by order of the City Council and Mayor Koch. the park will be called Carl Clemens Triangle. in honor of the publisher and president of the Ridgewood Times. Clemens began his career with the paper in 1920. when It was 12 years old and he was only four years older. A son of German immigrants. he started as an errand boy and went on to become a tireless worker for the Ridgewood community. "This Is an honor bestowed upon very few people In the City of New York." Koch said as he signed the namechange bill sponsored by councilman Walter Ward (DHoward Beach). "Carl has been a lifetime New Yorker and has worked continuously for the betterment of the quality of life for its inhabitants." the mayor continued. "His life is truly a success story and he deserves the praise we give him today."o