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Newspaper
Berkshire Eagle
Location
Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1969
Page
9
A fire at the incendiary origin destroyed a drawerful of files with 75 to 100 men listed for Draft Board 41 but did not delay inductions. The Selective Service Office at 74 North St. houses Draft Boards 2 and 41 and reported duplicate names shielded the process.
Residents accuse F L Castine Inc of noise unsightliness and rule violations at Yorkshire Avenue despite building inspector guidance. The council asks the Zoning Board of Appeals for a public hearing to hear objections and consider withdrawing variances or changing attached conditions.
The Winter Sports Committee with Bousquet's Ski School sponsors five learn to ski lessons for beginners starting February 20 at Bousquet Ski Area. Registration opens Saturday at 5:20 a.m. at Springside House, 874 North St, limited to registered youngsters aged 8 to 15. For more information call the Department of Parks and Recreation.
The Probate Court approves Elizabeth V Lindbergs will of Pittsfield detailing $1000 to sister Inene $500 to Rev John Foley for Masses $200 to Agnes Nolan and residue to son Harold Lindberg. Also approved are Nazzareno Boison or Pittsfield estate with bulk to son Joseph J Boison and Irwin R Sprott of Lenox leaving property to widow Beatrice executrix. Albert A Menard named administrator for Emma Menard. Leo J Pinsonneault of Adams granted divorce from Norman Pinsonneault and custody of two minor children. Nathan Leroy Kenyon of Great Barrington granted divorce from Edeltrand Kenyon now in Munich and custody of three minor children.
A Pittsfield General unit from BMC attended a 7:59 a.m. incident where papers outside an incendiary area ignited. At 12:09 p.m. the same BMC unit responded to a false alarm and stood down.
Deputy Fire Chief Joseph W. Coy urges Christmas tree safety with tips to choose fresh trees with firm needles, cut the butt, and keep the tree watered in a reservoir stand away from radiators. Replace the tree if needles dry out to prevent fires.
The state Department of Public Utilities delays ruling on Pittsfield Gray Line petition to transport students living near the city school. DPU cites pending sale of Yellow Coach Lines assets to Dufour Bros. of Lakeville Conn. The plan targets pupils within four miles. school contract covers those living 14 miles or more and at-risk children.
Giuseppe Pedulla 75 formerly of 9 Plunkett St died yesterday in San Diego where he had lived for six years Born in Italy he came to the United States in 1923 living in Pittsburgh and Pittsfield Robert Pedulla and three daughters survive He retired from General Electric in 1959 after 48 years of service A Mass of Requiem will be held Friday at Our Lady of Confidence Church in San Diego Flowers omitted
Miss Rose M. Caffrey 73 former Pittsfield resident died yesterday at St Vincent Hospital Worcester. She was housekeeper at St Mary's Rectory Shrewsbury for 15 years and a Holden Stone bookkeeper. A Pittsfield High School graduate she was active at St Mark's Church and Rosary Society. She leaves brothers Walter Pittsfield and Joseph Troy NY. Friends may call Condron Funeral Home tonight 7 to 9 and tomorrow 2 to 4 7 to 9 High Mass at St Mark's Church. Burial St Joseph Cemetery.
Norman Moskowitz, president of the limited-dividend housing organization, announced the election of Mrs Noel Sears to the Micah Board. Sears is director of religious education at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Berkshire County.
In a Business Week letter dated December 6, Edgar M Buttenheim president of Buttenheim Publishing Corp says other firms will follow its lead and relocate from New York City to Pittsfield Massachusetts. He notes moving to exurbia near the New York metropolis edge, cites 30 minute flight to LaGuardia from Pittsfield airport, cites stable workers lower rents and Berkshire County recreation while keeping a small NYC office. Buttenheim recently moved to Lenox then plans to permanent quarters in Berkshire Common on Park Square. the firm publishes 16 trade magazines.
District Court updates include Peter Mauro of Ashuelot Street charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon linked to a car, case postponed to January 14. GE employee alleged to struck officer Frank Polidoro on Kellogg Street during strike duty. John Dimaina, 23, pled not guilty to assaulting his wife. Judge Ferri found him guilty and sentenced him to three months in the House of Correction. Dimaina appeals for a six person jury. bail set at $1,000. Frederick Hoffman Jr., 47, found guilty of nonsupport with a suspended six month sentence conditioned on $20 weekly child support. Steven Frenkel, 17, case continued to December 23 for operating to endanger. Nancy Persson of Dalton pled not guilty to speeding. found guilty and fined $20. Previously paid speeding fines listed for John E. Farrell, M. E. Gruben, Lawrence Plantier, and Marie Grainski. James C. Ogle paid a $5 red-light violation. Court notes correct address for Robert McLaughlin as 118 Circular Avenue, not 24 Cherry Street.
Funeral services were held yesterday at Union Church Tyringham for Mrs Camille Nuyt of Lenox Dale with burial in Fairmont Cemetery Lee. Other services planned include Charles Pixley of Lee at Kelly Funeral Home with burial at St Marys Cemetery. Pasquale Frieri to have 8:15 a.m. service from Dwyer Funeral Home and Mount Carmel Church with burial at St Josephs Cemetery. Viewing hours today 2 to 4 and 7 to 9. Rosary tonight at 7:30.
The Berkathra Eagle Gally accepts In Memoriam notices and anniversary mass notices for next day publication. Death notices must be submitted by noon for same day insertion. cash in advance at 3 cents per line with a $1.50 minimum. The Reynolds family and Stephens family express gratitude for sympathy and support during bereavement.
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