Rose Tree Media board weighs closings amid storm window controversy
Rose Tree Media district weighs closing eight schools as enrollment falls. Roosevelt School residents question storage of storm windows and the board weighs options, with a May or June decision possible. Public meeting set for 8 p.m. at Springton Lake Junior High.
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Joseph Lapchick
Rose Tree Media
Roosevelt
Springton Lake Junior High School
Lapchick
Media School
Hanna Carr
Edgmont
Indian Lane
Springton Lake
Mary Jean Tomlison
Penncrest High School
Steve Pahides
Media
Tomlinson
Rose Tree
Helen M. Newswanger
May Day historical highlights and notable anniversaries
On May 1 1945 Adolf Hitler’s death was announced by Germany. Other key events include Dewey destroying the Spanish fleet in Manila Bay in 1898 and the Empire State Building dedication in 1931. Khrushchev warned of potential World War III in 1964, and Dean Rusk noted North Vietnam’s rejection of peace bids in 1967. Birthdays include Kate Smith and Jack Paar.
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Associated Press
Adolf Hitler
Berlin
Adm
George Dewey
Manila Bay
Philippines
Empire
State Building
New York
Cuba
Nikita Khrushchev
U.S
Dean Rusk
North Vietnam
Elliot Richardson
Richard Kleindienst
Istanbul
Kate Smith
Jack Paar
McHugh Seeks Pro-Family Choice in Democratic Primary
McHugh declairs pro family platform opposing Robert Edgar in the Delaware County Democratic Primary. She outlines four core concerns: economy, unemployment, education costs, and family culture. She supports a Human Life Amendment, curbs on using tax dollars for abortion, school choice, opposition to ERA ratification, and pro union rights, claiming to offer voters a clear choice.
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The
Times
Robert Edgar
Supreme Court
Democratic Party
Spingler Campaign Driven by Grassroots Efforts and High Ideals
A Delaware County reader praises Bill Spingler as a dedicated grassroots candidate for Lieutenant Governor, noting his door to door statewide outreach, refusal to take fund sources posing conflicts, and strong personal integrity. The letter urges support in the May 16 Democratic Primary and expresses concern about his limited finances.
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the Times
Bill Spingler
Bill
Spingler
Delaware County
P.S
Louisville
Recalling a steward’s life in Grenada’s guest season
A narrator records winter tourism in Grenada, noting permanent residents and seasonal visitors. He recalls cruising excursions from St George's harbor, the ram punch and steel bands, and the amusing questions from guests. He also shares memories of steward life on a New York to Buenos Aires voyage and the crew’s humor.
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St. George’s
Russia
New York
Buenos Aires
Saturday Evening Post
Notable local memories span a century in Chester area
A century of notes recalls cadet scholarship winners John M Nordling Chester Edward J Glan field Collingdale James L Stillman Darby and Donald L Belden Drexel Hill as announced by Dr Clarence R Moll dean of admissions. Also 100 years ago W H Grime of Chester ran Burk's Celebrated Ice Cream at 508 Market St. The P T Barnum Circus played Chester to full houses and a bengal tiger died during a feeding. Gold fever struck Cartertown as citizens unearthed money in an Indian Cave. William Dalton of Chester sold Garrett's snuff by the jar. Seven years ago Joseph Dalton long-time manager of John P Crozer's textile mill died at 63 Media firemen debated a fire alarm system. Chester carpenters threatened a strike over pay. Walter Allen of Chester canceled his funeral after a mistaken death. James Feeley fished for salmon in Alaska. Fifty years ago Frank Daltry, a Media fireman, suffered cuts en route to a blaze. James Gallagher toasts three Chester civic clubs honoring the Pennsylvania Military College polo team. Air mail service launched over Delaware County. A Marcus Hook incident grounded a bus. Ten years ago Samuel Rosati prepared for a water ice season in Clifton Heights. Pat Taylor Miss Delaware County Young Republican. Jasper Deeter honored at Hedgerow Theater Diamond Jubilee.
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John M Nordling
Chester
Edward J. Glanfield
Collingdale
James L Stillman
Darby
Donald L Belden
Drexel Hill
Pennsylvania Military College
Clarence R. Moll
W. H. Grime
Ladies and Gentlemen’s
Market St
Burk
P. T. Barnum Circus
Bengal Tigers
Seventh Street
Concord Avenue
Lampkin Street
Cartertown
William Dalton
West Third Street
Bridge
Garrett
Walter Allen
Cramp’s
Philadelphia
Chester Creek
James Feeley
Alaska
Frank Daltry
Alfred E. Barlow
Concord
James Gallagher
H. H. Ward
Josiah Sleeper
John E. McGovern
Clarence Conner
Frederick R. Long
George Armitage
Delaware County
Traction Company
Marcus Hook
Samuel R. Rosati
Clifton Heights
Pat Taylor
Upper Darby High School
Jasper Deeter
Hedgerow
Rose Valley
New York City
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County Times
Delaware Daily
Chester Times
Central States Publishing, Inc
Ralph Ingersoll
Rufus F. Walker Jr
Lewiell Winkler
Clifford Rainey
Donald T. Beideman
Halus Ewing
Daily Times
Pahides
Glenwood
Robert Engle
Cambodia
United Nations
McHugh
Citizens For Educational Freedom
Alot
Grenada
W.I
Dorothy Hampton
Upper Chichester
H. B. Hickman
Glen Mills
Ted Beck
Ridley Township
West Chester State Teachers College
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