04 Aug 1955
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Newspaper
Hillside Times
Location
Hillside, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1955
Page
1
Ailing Police Sgt. Bishop is set to retire from the Saybrook Police Department. The retirement was requested May 6 1925 and approved by the Town Committee with an effective date to be determined due to the sergeant’s illness.
The Board of Health and Township Committee consider licensing changes and tax collection options. Proposals weigh lien sales on real estate versus current delinquency methods, arguing cost efficiency and fairness between homeowners, renters, and businesses. Community concerns include impact on residents and property owners.
A damaged vehicle crash on Route 22 near the Merth Broad Street area involved Frank Krein, 41, of Nesbit and others. The incident led to a donation of 5500 to fund a new ambulance, with authorities reporting four vehicles damaged and a court action pending for compensation.
Samuel Davis, 34, of 15 Sixth Avenue Newark, reported being attacked by two men and a girl on Vauxhall Road Union. His wallet with $40 stolen, he was driven along Route 22 and dumped near Harding Terrace. He was treated at Alexisus Brothers Hospital, Elizabeth, for a deep cut on the upper lip.
Dellane of 1485 Franklin is named a national wide-de-camp in the Veterans of Foreign Wars recruiting class by Commander-in-Chief Merton B. Tice at national headquarters in Kansas City Missouri. The honor includes a green and white VFW cap and a national citation for signing up at least 50 new or reinstated members.
A bus driver received a two year license revocation and fined 20% after admitting to drinking six to seven beers on a hot day prior to driving. Police officer observations and court testimony led Magistrate Biribini to enforce the statutory penalty. Albert Stutfler also faced a similar penalty for drinking while driving in July.
The Church of St Mary Magdalene at 147 Pomona Avenue Newark begins August Sunday services at 9 30 am conducted by Rev Hedley Jenkins MA former chaplain to the British forces captured and imprisoned in Crete for a long period.
Upsala College community and alumni are invited to a Sunday dance at the Irvington House in memory of Kenneth Deitz of Johns Hopkins University. Proceeds go to the Deitz Research Fund for hepatitis research as the memorial group aims to raise substantial funds for urgent liver disease work.
William Galik of Hillside named chairman of the 1955 Sister Elisabeth Kenny Polio Foundation fund appeal set to begin August 5. Roy S. Yarnell of Seton Plains is county chairman, with a county goal of 1,400 toward a statewide target of 200,000 and a county goal of 45,000 for the Vinion County effort.
An admission notice reports Dubow gaining entry to Rutgers Law School Newark in August. The release notes official university proceedings and honors from the admissions committee.
Mr Jacques Veintinus and his son Marth of 1655 Maple Avenue attended the Sumter Institute Testivite for living at Vassar College in the latest issued notices.
A political notice outlines delay in appointments to a plan board amid party disputes. It references various local figures and dates, noting ongoing discussions about governance and constitution adherence. The piece signals potential future actions by state authorities and party involvement.
The Township Committee did not act on reappointing Leslie R. Tichenor Jr. as Planning Board chair for four years starting August 1, and did not fill Rubin Ritz's vacancy with Harry Silverman. A partisan dispute and questions about politics surrounded the appointments, with Silverman noted as a Democrat.
Haro Co Benzing, president of Hillside National Bank, will serve as Union County Treasurer for the 195 Sister Elizabeth Kenny Foundation appeal starting August 5. Union County Chair Leroy Yarnell of Scotch Plains announced the selection and noted the drive aims to raise funds for Kenny treatment in New Jersey. The foundation depends on donations to support the Kenny treatment program, with Union County contributing toward a state goal of 200,000 dollars.
Police held a Newark drunken driver after a red light violation on Sixteenth Avenue. The arrest followed interception by officers on Hillside Avenue and Harding Terrace, with Magistrate’s action set for appearance and a $225 bond posted.
A House discussion highlights a bill to improve school building quality amid long term shortages. Sun Tube Corp engineer Thomas Shahnavarian describes 100 quality characteristics and a modern control system from inspection to mass production plus training and written standards.
A jumbled note promotes safe driving practices with tips on maintaining lane position and staying visible. It urges drivers to avoid abrupt actions and to follow simple routines while behind the wheel.
Report of a woman identified as Mrs May Cohen aged 67 from 928 Roane Okene who leaped from a viaduct near Broad Street Newark. She sustained injuries including a possible broken left wrist and was removed to Newark Beth Israel hospital by municipal ambulance. Police and railroad detectives investigated the incident.
Southeast Agents for Wanton Pump announce exclusive representation for Vanton Pump & Equipment in Mississippi Alabama Tennessee Ohio and Georgia. Gooth Associates with Chemie engineers will service installations and provide technical assistance amid expanding sales of the unique photic pump designed for corrosive or hazardous liquids.
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