Reading this thread randomly reminded me of the story of how Merlino rebuffed Fiumara when Tino asked Joey to come to NJ for a meeting. If I remember correctly, Joey said something to the effect of come down to Philly instead (smart on Joey's part given Tino's reputation).
Tommy Shots: They want me running the family, don't they know I have a young wife? Sal Vitale: (laughs) Tommy, jump in, the water's fine.
