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Newspaper
Berkshire Eagle
Location
Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1964
Page
15
School Supt. James P. Reynolds indicated he may present plans and specifications for a new comprehensive high school at Thursday’s 7 43 p m meeting at Plunkett School. The preview supports figures for the Capital Outlay Committee on March 18.
Berkshire County engineering societies presented 500 to Berkshire Community College for five 100 scholarships. Peter S. Demps chaired the Engineering Week celebration and presented the gift to BCC director Thomas E. O’Connell and dean Grace A. Meyers. The funds come from Lt. Col. John A. Powers’ Engineering Week talk. Priorities favor second year students planning four year engineering degrees.
Mrs. Donald B. Miller of Richmond and Mrs. Samuel G. Colt Jr. of 37 Gravesleigh Terrace are named vice chairmen of the Berkshire County Red Cross office of volunteers. Colt has Red Cross service since 1940 and WWII staff aide in Washington DC. Miller served as motor service driver in WWII and led Richmond fund drive in 1962. she sits on the Berkshire County Red Cross board.
Thomas G. Larkins of Boston and New England regional manager for Elox Corp Michigan will speak at 7 30 Weds night at Western Mass Electric Co auditorium Eagle Street Berkshire ASTME chapter meeting. He will explain electrical discharge machining followed by a demonstration at Marland Mold Co plant. The county ASTME chapter plans a ladies night dinner March 21.
Meetings of St Luke's Nurses Alumni Association set for 8 pm at Madonna Hall with Mrs James C Tobin intravenous therapist to demonstrate latest intravenous therapy and blood transfusion methods with coffee served.
Dalton plans a new chlorinating plant near the Lower Ashley Reservoir. Bids for general construction open April 2 while electrical, heating, plumbing, and ventilation bids are due March 26. Public Works Commissioner Daniels says the old plant is inadequate, and the upgraded facility will improve water system operations, funded by existing water improvement borrowings.
Five department heads will meet with the City Council at Springside House at 7 30 p m to review 1964 budget requests. Attending are City Auditor John J Norton Welfare Commissioner Charles H Hodecker Veterans Agent Theodore J Handerek Civil Defense Director William D Cooney and Parks and Recreation Superintendent Vincent J Hebert. Council President Remo Del Gallo said another hearing is planned for Wednesday to study Public Works and Department of Public Buildings budgets.
At 1 54 p m rubbish fire at rear of 285 Linden Street. At 4 41 p m car fire on Lakeway Drive near pumping station. At 5 26 a m flooded cellar at 24 Harold Street. At 7 55 p m boiler trouble with no fire at 85 Circular Avenue.
Francis W. Sargent explains a proposed 23000 dollar Housatonic River cleanup in Pittsfield is in the tentative stage pending an engineering survey. The plan is one of 120 statewide surveys or projects, with cost shared by state and local government. Mayor Haughey had petitioned for cleanup last year, and the survey will determine scope and location south of Van Sickler dam to Holmes Road bridge. The project aims to reduce debris and improve recreation potential along the river.
Mayor Dillon will submit two written orders to the City Council on Tuesday night totaling more than $7,000. One item requests 4538 for the Senior Citizens Center on North Street, the second seeks 2500 for a salary survey committee to finish its study by July.
Mrs Estelle Putnam of 386 Cheshire Road is recuperating at home after a fall.
Economists note a $3 sweepstakes ticket yields only 75 cents for education under a state lottery aimed at funding aid. The ballot also includes a fluoridation ordinance in Berlin and a close Berlin mayoral race between Edward Schuette and Laurier La Montagne.
Washington AP New Hampshire broadcasters may discuss the statewide sweepstakes referendum on the air without violating FCC rules. FCC Chairman E William Henry said broadcasts about the issues do not contravene lottery regulations, despite prohibitions on reports about specific prizes or winners.
Two area Republicans Keyser and Campbell challenge Conte slate for delegates to the Republican National Convention. They say they seek election pledged to Barry Goldwater, oppose intraparty fights, and criticize Conte as unprincipled. They run against Congressman Conte of Pittsfield and William Dwight Sr. of Holyoke, whose candidacies are endorsed by the Republican State Committee. They pledge to act as loyal Republicans in November.
Pittsfield's Skyhawks Junior Drum and Bugle Corps swept top honors at a New Britain Connecticut area contest, winning horn and drum divisions and color guard, scoring 89.2 points. The Explorers of Oxford followed at 86.2 and Springfield's Targets placed third at 84.9 as seven corps from three states competed. The Skyhawks next perform in Holyoke's St Patrick's Day parade, with parents meeting tonight at the Franco-American Club to plan an April project.
Zion's Lutheran Church men held a breakfast meeting in the fellowship hall. Raphael O. Josephson arranged details and Rev Gordon E Hohl led installation of President Josephson Vice President Propst Secretary Hayn Treasurer Nicholls. A delegation then attended a Western Massachusetts District Lutheran Churchmen meeting at East Longmeadow focusing on Ministry of the Laity.
The state Department of Public Utilities will hold a hearing in Room 66 at the State House in Boston on April 7 regarding Dalton-Hinsdale Bus Line Inc. petition for a five cent fare increase. Pittsfield rates are sought to rise from 20 to 25 cents.
Police brief items report Taras Manevich taken to Pittsfield General Hospital after illness at home. Estates for Ella Sophia Plumb and Joseph Rosati allowed for probate with appraisers and bond estimates noted. Thomas Zebley and Thomas Keefe Jr. appear in separate ambulance calls. heirs named Natalina Calalo and two Italian brothers.
The School Committee abandons a plan to hold meetings at different schools and will hold all sessions at Plunkett School. Chairman John J. Quinn cites low attendance as the reason, saying people are interested but do not like to attend meetings.
The Courier Printing Co signed a contract with Pressmen's Union Local 228 of Pittsfield. Kenneth F Keehnie, president of the local, announced the pact for ten days. It offers improved benefits for the three pressmen employed, but details were not disclosed.
Probate Judge F Anthony Hanlon returned to work today following a three week hospitalization and recuperation period. He reported feeling well but weak and had no hearings scheduled, dedicating the day to probate paper work and correspondence.
The Women's Advisory Council of the Berkshire County Extension Service will hold its annual meeting in Room 203 at the Federal Building tomorrow at 10 30 a m. After the business gathering, members will dine in the Pittsfield General Hospital cafeteria. A guided tour of hospital facilities will follow.
Thomas O Connell, director of Berkshire Community College, will speak at the Rabida Council Knights of Columbus communion breakfast Sunday at the council home on North Street starting at 10. Edward J. Barry is breakfast chairman. Tickets are available from local merchants and listed contacts.
The Pittsfield Republican Club invites the public to a candidates night at South Junior High School featuring Sen. Philip A. Graham of Hamilton and former Rep. Francis W. Perry of Duxbury for the Republican nomination for governor. Former Gov. John A. Volpe declines. The event, moderated by club president Walter J. Campbell, will include 15 minute standpoints per candidate followed by a Q and A. The meeting starts at 8 p.m.
Hinsdale Lions Club will meet Tuesday at 6 30 PM at the Home Club. Dalton Heating Co contributes 200 for youth center sports gear including judo mats and barbells. March plans include a ham supper March 21 open to the public and a St Patrick’s party March 25 at Green Acres for Lions and wives.
Hinsdale circle groups plan gathering at Creamery Road residence to hear Rene Elger report on a patchwork quilt being made for sale. Contributing groups include Maple Street Circle Missionary Society and Congregational Church Ladies Auxiliary aiding Ft Apache Indian girl Lee Rogers. Marines Levardi and Martin recently completed aptitude testing at NATTC Memphis for aviation tech training.
Harry W. Decker died at Pittsfield General Hospital at 70 after a week as patient. Born March 31, 1893 in Hillsdale, he served as New Lebanon assessor from 193 to 1950 and town highway superintendent in the mid-30s. He was active in Lions Club, Unity Lodge, LVPA, church deacon, and cemetery group. Funeral Wednesday at Hall Higgins Funeral Home in Stephentown with burial in Cemetery of the Evergreens. A Masonic service at 8 p.m. tomorrow.
Mrs Della Harris widow of Newman Harris of Middlefield Street died March 4 at Noble Hospital Westfield after a long illness. She was born August 11 1896 in Bay Roberts Newfoundland and lived much of her life in Rochester NH before moving to Chester four years ago. She leaves a daughter Mrs George Young of Chester a son Paul Harris of Dover a brother Bert Roberts of Pinehurst two sisters Mrs Gilbert Harris of Lexington and Mrs Harry Newell of Somerville and eight grandchildren. Donations of plants may be made to Westfield State Hospital in memory of Mrs Harris.
Mrs Carrie Teater, 85, of Canaan died Friday night at Geer Memorial Hospital after a long illness. Born in Torrington January 12, 187?, she was the daughter of the late Julia and Nellie Smith Jorey and lived much of her life in Canaan. She belonged to the local Methodist Church and leaves a daughter Mrs Francis Dodge, a granddaughter and two great grandchildren, all of Canaan. Funeral services were held Sunday with Rev Loring Roberts officiating. Burial will be in Lime Rock Cemetery at the family’s convenience.
District Court in Long Island City fined Walter A. McCarthy $15 for speeding. Judge Frank W. Cimini presided. Several individuals paid parking fines including Victor Guzzo Michael C. Mason Donald C Ostrikis James P Walton Donald Sicher and David F Mason. A second same charge was dismissed and one person paid a total of six dollars for two tickets.
Mayor Dillon met with School Supt James P Reynolds and Asst Supt Lincoln B Lynch at Pomeroy School to discuss adding a multipurpose room. The Addition Building Commission requested $222000, referred to the Capital Outlay Committee for recommendation. Barbara Becker from Pittsfield Vocational High School will attend a Northampton State Hospital meeting Thursday to learn about a two month program for male nursing students.
New England members of Congress show mixed voting patterns on key amendments and the Wheat Cotton Bill. Rejections narrow passage include the $52 million bomber redevelopment cut and price supports for ex parkwheat. Several NorEasters abstain or miss votes on tobacco and broadcast limits.
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