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Newspaper
Irvington Gazette
Location
Irvington, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1925
Page
1
A brief missive dated August 13 1925 from C M Boatman to editor F H Morrell at the Irvington Gazette Tevington New York. The letter closes with Sincerely yours and signature initials cM.
Eastern Star members from Irvington and Rochester plan to attend the dedication of the Old Ladies Home in Rochester. The event brings together local chapter members and community figures for a formal ceremony and nearby activities.
The Board of Education held a special meeting to open bids for the East Irvington school addition and alterations. Six bids were received. Sander & Forgiene Inc of New York submitted the lowest bid of 47 892 dollars with certified checks, and the work is expected to be completed within four months pending final action. The report notes bond sales are advertised and likely to proceed quickly for the district.
The Catholic Daughters Court Margaret Mary No 815 notes the passing of Sister Kathryn V Crisfield and expresses deep sorrow. The resolutions extend heartfelt sympathy to her family and arrange distribution of copies to the family, the Catholic Daughters of America, and Irvington Gazette.
Rev William N Colton will officiate in St Barnabas church on Sunday and remain at home the rest of the summer His family will stay in New Hampshire until the fast of September
Miss Mildred Murphy of Border town New Jersey visited Miss Magennis at the school now aging Georgian Court Lake Williams Street. John Herlihy returned from Rye vacation. Mrs Sidney Mann visited Grace at Water Highlands vacation spot. Philip McQuillan Jr. suffered a shoulder bruise after a swing accident on The Beach Irvington. Jes McCall resumed duties after vacation. families and friends from Rye Rye New York Rumson New Jersey and the White Mountains were noted visiting and traveling about.
The piece urged readers to value home as the starting point and measure progress by people and daily life, not machines. It asks whether travel abroad and within the country has deepened awareness of culture and sacrifice, and emphasizes cultivating home life to sustain enduring ideals for all.
Mrs Evan J Smith and sons Chestey and Lincoln are visiting Lake Dunmore in the Green Mountains since July. Chestey shows promise as a high class talent and is developing quickly at the lakeside retreat.
Mrs Earl Collins and her son Wesley arrived in Irvington to visit sister Mrs Harry Warren at 7 North Broad Street. They left Miami August 11 and plan to tour nearby points during their stay, with August 24 trips to Bristol and Philadelphia. Herbeck family connections are noted in Dobbs Ferry and Mataree Street.
Urban Kineto Corp president Bortman argues the 450000 current assessment on the former Urban Motion Picture Industries site is unjust, noting a prior cut from 650000 by the Dickinson-led board. He compares with a nearby firm assessed at 150000 and says grievance day will seek a revaluation. project aims to “Put Irvington on the map” with jobs for locals as the new product nears market.
Work on the Washington Irving pageant progresses with village committees submitting plans. Much secrecy surrounds the preparations as Mrs Paul K Randall of Sunnyside Lane handles secretary duties under Mrs Black’s direction.
A wave of engagements from Irvington’s prominent families is announced. Robert HaeX and Ethel Wistrand plan an October wedding, Beatrice A. Pape and Herman Neuschafer set a fall ceremony, Robert G. and Levanehe M. Y. fy announce soon, and H G Abercromble, famed public figure, pairs with Miss Lutes of Geneva. All six couples belong to The Presbyterian Church.
Heavy rains have damaged many streets and side streets. Town authorities, led by Alderman H E Brownes, apply tar to sidewalks and roadways to prevent further washouts and cope with future rain periods.
Early Sunday Mr and Mrs RJ Robert of North C Street and Mr and Mrs M J Dinan of 25 Main St will motor to Canada for a two week general tour of all provinces.
A 1926 veteran casualty list notes over 5000 dead with many wounded while a national drive seeks a 5 million dollar Endowment Fund. Proceeds support rehabilitation and child welfare for 45,000 war orphans, urging Irvington residents to contribute through the Irvington National Bank.
Miss Mildred Stover visited her cousin in Harrington Park New Jersey. Mrs Richard Behrens will guest next week, Mrs W Berg of Jamestown plans a visit. A large number of Eagles from the Tarrytown Aerie appeared in town Friday to promote the upcoming clam bake and evening event.
Mrs Jaga of South Broadway visits at Mrs Welven home in West Hurley and another sister Mrs Rowe joins guests at that point. Otrs William Donaghy visits at her mother in New Haven Conn. Rudolph Mainelli visited Statue of Liberty and Aquarium. Miss Manda Friberg hosts a party at 79 Main street. visitors enjoyed the outing with ice cream cake and lemonade. Mr and Mrs Walter Jago on auto trip through White Mountains. Dr and Mrs William Roane on week long auto trip. Ruth Pratt and Dorothy Dodd of Stamford Conn vacationing in Irvington with friends. Vacant store at 108 Main street to reopen under Joseph J Reilly supervision along Sunset Farm line. Raymond Morrell of 100 Main street to become Yonkers Trust Company receiving teller. Mr and Mrs Albert Stern and family vacationing at White Mountains resorts in New Hampshire.
Three prominent Irvingtonites Harry Hazlett John Mc Bride and Water C McBride returned Saturday from Canada where they spent a delightful week in the new Nash coupe of Hazlett.
At St Barnabas the McNeillys announce Sunday services with Holy Communion at 7 30 am and a sermon by the Rector at 11 o'clock The trip to Atlantic City will begin Monday the new parlor bus system will run from the Hotel Mealpin during the stay Rev A T Young has been in charge for six weeks while the Rector resumes duties Subscription 2 00 per year.
Copake Lake in Columbia County near the Berkshires is promoted as an attractive summer resort about 17 miles east of the Hudson River. Elevation around 800 feet, with panoramic views of the Catskills. the lake offers swimming and fishing and cottages mainly on the east and south shores, most leased. Irvington residents, including the Pateman family, vacation there this year.
The Ashton Tutoring School, located at Ardsley Towers, will reopen for the season this week after two years of successful operation at Ardsley Park.
Whitney Burroughs of North Broadway has opened a general law practice at Warburton avenue Hastings on Hudson. Also promoting FOR SALE Ford cars in good condition inquires to George England at 2 South E Street over the drug store. Patronize the Local Merchants.
John I. Thurston of Park Avenue, a well known resident, has returned from a New York hospital where he underwent an operation that was described as successful. He is gradually recovering his former health and strength.
Mr and Mrs F H Hettinger and daughter Dorothea depart Saturday for a several week vacation at Buzzard s Bay Massachusetts planned respite by the sea with likely scenic spots and leisure activities noted in the local society page
William A Bruce assistant purchasing agent for Burnham Roller Corporation and Lord and Burnham Co leaves on August 21 for a two week tour across various parts of the state as part of a vacation and promotional outreach.
The Mamaroneck Fire Department gears up for a parade day scheduled Thursday August 20. Irvington volunteers and a large apparatus will lead a five mile march through main streets with prizes, music by Callahan's Fife and Bugle Corps, and breakfast for all fighters at fire headquarters.
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