10 Aug 1950
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Newspaper
Irvington Gazette
Location
Irvington, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1950
Page
1
An editorial argues Westchester must shift parkway funding and construction to the state. It notes aging plans, rising traffic, and heavy tax burdens, comparing to Nassau and Suffolk and urging supervisory leaders to concede Moses influenced state parkways.
The Gazette reports its move from 36 Main Street to a spacious new plant at 10 Aqueduct Place within a week. Readers are invited to visit and see the country newspaper plant in operation as the latch string is always out.
The article details renovation work at the church including removal of old timber, new steel inserts, widened nave area, and altered bell tower. speakers note long delays, updated seating, and temporary Sunday School arrangements. A planned Indian Point trip and YMCA sponsorship are also mentioned amid ongoing restoration efforts.
The Gazette completes move to new plant at 36 Main Street Saath, installing a full lineup of modern printing equipment including type, presses, and bindery. The relocation, done by Jones Te Hell Co, relocates the entire pressroom in a three-day process ending Friday morning with operations shifting to the new site.
Veterans returning from World War II are advised by the Veterans Administration to consult a qualified attorney or local associations about oil rights liabilities under the Soldiers and Sailors Oil Relief Act. VA says it cannot provide personal legal counseling. Some insurers premiums are covered after induction. applications for protection require service initiation.
The National Association for the security of public health groups outlines Ro Nurses County Red Cross and Nass Services leaders Grace Pen fish and Sli , plus Nore Gonaitani. The Puls Library hours begin Thursday September 1 and run after Labor Day with schedules for Monday Wednesday Friday and Tuesday Thursday, closing Saturdays.
A new heating plant contract has been awarded for a Catholic church and school complex. The project details indicate modernization of heating systems at the church, school, and convent facilities under the awarded firm.
A chaotic late evening at a Broad Street tavern ends with P. Steerer issuing a general invitation to cause trouble as Thomas McGeever allegedly berates patrons, prompting a police response. McGeever faces charges after an officer restrains him and a rival damages a vehicle. the scene includes a confrontation over licensure and a disturbance linked to a nearby "peah" incident.
James Downey and Merion Guldman wed in Irvington. The notice notes their marriage and mentions Mr. Paseney attending the ceremony at Parochial School and Irvington High School, with references to U.S. service years.
Construction starts on a 42 inch storm drain beneath the railroad at Main Street. The project, by White Plains based company New York Central right of way, aims to drain a silty main line and prevent water buildup south of Astor Avenue. The work will replace an aging conduit laid over fifty years ago and extend drainage from Main Street to South Avenue, improving overall infrastructure near the tracks.
4H patients at Dobhe Ferry Hospital over 15 years old will be examined by x ray today to check for tuberculosis. Miss Rut Ab Tus hospital suoinitravor Neal announced the program, noting the service is available to the public through August 1.
Residents Raceway officials toured the Westchester venue noting a new totalisator board under construction in the betting area. The board, 57 feet 6 inches long, will allow race fans to see changing prices as they rise and fall.
In Irvington Court records, multiple overnight parkers faced fines for various infractions. Individuals named include Olson of Flinsford, Amery leaderaeon, Teo Wall oath of New York, James Dr Agestine of South Bekar rest, Peter Roberts of North Ecker Street, Metnnes of len Cove, Le luski of Withesharre, and another from Montrose who paid fines for speeding at ten on Tuesday. Additional fines logged for listed offenders with varied amounts and charges.
Memorial Park hosts a recreation program with archery and group activities led by Irvine’s Recreation Center staff. Day campers pay a fee for supervised sessions, with afternoon supervision and access to facilities. The program aims to provide affordable options for children, teens, and families in the Memorial Park area.
Water Heanor Gallagher is engaged to marry. the couple plans a New Rochelle ceremony. The groom, Jon Yas, has ties to New York and Cornell University where he studied before serving three years in the U S Army in World War II.
Mrs Joseph Ferris dies unexpectedly in her Irvington home on Sowell Porcher Street while preparing for a three week vacation. Her funeral and requiem mass are set at Church of the Immaculate Conception with Irvington Post No. 21 and local orders attending. A note references community efforts in Montrose New York, urging knitters for a hospital project.
David S McDiarmid age 28 or 29 died after weeks of illness in Dobbs Ferry. Son of George McDiarmid of Brnh Pee and Mrs Mae Maedatu, he was a longtime resident of Sleepy Hollow and a member of the local Republican party. He attended Ina noa school and was active in community affairs. Preceded in death by parents and siblings, funeral plans were announced by Sleepy Hollow Manor and Taters of ????
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