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Newspaper

Irvington Gazette

Location

Irvington, New York, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1936

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Local Man Tipsy Held In Crash At Fruit Truck Incident

A tippsy driver collided with a Westchester Lighting pole after losing control on Broadway hill near Harriman Road. A four-ton load of oranges and grapefruit spilled. about half was salvaged by motorists. The driver was restrained and taken to a local garage. In a separate early morning crash, Herbert Kleley of 90 Ward Street was involved.

Broadway Harriman Road Westchester Lighting Company Am. Whion Happ Verdun Quetec Ceetiemenult Herbert Kleley Ward St

Fire hydrant shortage prompts upgrade near Havemeyer estate

Firefighters were called to the John Havemeyer estate in Ardsley Park to extinguish two burning trees but found the nearest hydrant at least 4000 feet away. Volunteers used chemicals and Morrell will urge the Board of Trustees to place a hydrant on Osceola Avenue. No damage was reported in a separate chimney fire at the Gardner's cottage on Paul K. Randall estate, Fargo Lane.

John Havemeyer Ardsley Park Havemyer Estate Morrell Board of ‘Trustees Osceola Avenue Havemyer Gardner’s Paul K. Randall Fargo Lane Frederick Hodgson

Tailoring Shop Opens at 22 North Astor Street

Casa Graziani announces the opening of a modern tailoring shop at 22 North Astor Street. Graziani, a longtime local figure in tailoring, will serve men and women with making, altering, repairing, and cleaning of all cloth.

North Astor Street Casa Graziani Mr. Graziani

Sheriff Opens Wide Gambling Raids Across County

The sheriff leads a crackdown on gambling rings described as the county's most harmful vice. The operation targets nickel ante games and high profit levels, with profits pegged at around $18,000 and comparisons to legitimate games noted. Local officials stress the widespread reach of the activity across various social groups.

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Reynolds to Lead Westchester GOP Dinner January 16

Thomas F. Reynolds of Hastings will chair the third annual Westchester Republican county organization dinner dance on the night of Saturday January 16 at the Westchester Country Club. Tickets will be limited to 1100 and distributed soon to town and city Republican chairmen. early reservations urged. Other committee members include Charles H Sells Pleasantville vice chair William S Coffey Mount Vernon treasurer Gladys Waine Yonkers assistant treasurer Marion P Mack Hawthorne secretary Walter W Westall White Plains Florence Devine White Plains and Aaron Simmons New Rochelle.

Thomas F. Reynolds Hastings Willl Westchester Reynolds Charles II, Sells Pleasantville William S. Coffey Mount Vernon Gladys Waine Yonkers Marion P. Mack Hawthorne W. Westall Florence Devine White Plains E, Toacher Aaron Simmons New Roche

David L Luke estate valued at 838 495 net in 1924

The late David L Luke of 321 South Broadway Tarrytown died April 21 1924 in New York. He left an estate appraised at 891 136 25 gross and 838 495 77 net with most income to his widow Hessle A Luke for life. After her death four sons receive one fourth of personal property totaling 6 286 plus 11 of the remainder. Daughters Jean A Lake Calve 16 percent of remaining estate. Dorothy M Ward and Mary A Langdon each 11 percent. Luke was president of West Virginia Pulp and Paper Co owner of stock valued at 240 760.

David L. Luke South Broadway Tarrytown Irvington New York Take Mayes Carter Takes William Luke Ard Cove Inston Alexander M. Luke Charleston S. C James L. Luke Cleveland Jean ‘A. Lake South Troadway Dorothy Mlard Tarstown Mary A. Langden Thi Park Avenue Luke West Virginia Pulp and Paper Company

Contested Hartsdale eyesore spurs council actions

Westchester Conservation Association case cited by Arthur C Emir as Greenburgh Town Council debates zoning and nuisance actions. Residents report bullets and noise near South Central Avenue prompting ordinance review and potential legal moves. Continued on Page Five.

Arthur Cemir Westchester Conservation Association Town of Greenburgh Smair Tarrytown White Nls Jr Lew Strangmunlr Igals Water Department Greenburgh Gerald Fitzgerald Hartsdale South Central Avenue Ritzkera Wey Counel

Musical concert to be given at Perry home next Friday

The Hudson River Chamber Music Society presents a second 1930 program at Shadowbrook Sunnyside Lane. Mr and Mrs Charles T Newberry host eager music lovers as the ensemble returns after success at its first Hudson event. The concert is part of the Chamber Music Society of America series.

Perry Yury Charles T. Newberr Shadowbrook Sunnyside Lane Hudson Hudson River Chamber Music Society of America

Comedy by Irvington High seniors Friday night

The Irvington High School Senior Class presents a three act mystery comedy The Whispering Room by Ruth P. Kimball under director M C DeLormo and coach Genevieve Peter. Cast includes Frank Janos Rhoda Van Iy ning William Sinking Helen Zubas Anna Altamura Arthur Connick Agnes Thornton Eugene Hy Angela Downing and Robert There will be an afternoon school children performance with tickets priced for both shows.

Irvington High School Ruth P. Kimball Angela “Downing Robert Ede

Irvington Alumni Football Plans Dinner After Season

After a successful season the Irvington Alumni Football Association met at the TK School on Wednesday night to plan a forthcoming dinner. The event will be organized with assistance from Mackensie Walter Meffrite and athletic director Mion Wor.

Irvington Alumni Football Association Mackensie Walter Meffrite Mion Wor

Park Board plans larger skating rink this winter

The Park Board authorized construction of a bigger skating rink in Memorial Park on South Broadway under the supervision of D McBride West Home Place. Weather forecasts of freezing temperatures prompted the action with cooperation from Water Department Superintendent Wiliam Exgerling for flooding. Plans include a section for advanced skaters and a a practice area for other users.

Park Board Memorial Park South Broadway D. “McBride West Home Place Water Department Wiliam Exgerling Tie Tess Agile

Sister of William A Buckley Dies After Illness

Miss Alice Agnes Buckley of East Irvington aged dies at home on Mountain Road East Irvington from a stroke suffered earlier. Funeral High Mass at Church of the Immaculate Conception with Rev Thomas J Donlon. burial in Sleepy Hollow Cemetery. Survived by brother William A Buckley and sisters Miss Margaret Huckley and Mrs Katherine Hannegan.

Alice Agnes Buckley East Irvington William A. Buckley Greenburgh William Carroll Buckley Frances McGuinness Buckley Irvington Tarrytown Margaret Huckley Katherine Hannegan

Ladie s Night Party Attracts 75 Members And Guests

Seventy five members and guests attended Ladie's Night hosted by the Men's Club of the Tri-Presbyterian Lawn Bowling in the elite social hall. A big program of games was directed by Robert Crome, Alexander McKinnon, William Town, and Colin Smith. Winners included Mrs August Ming, Mrs William Toy, Mrs Frederiete Houghton, and Charles Ruehle. In bowling, prizes went to Mrs Anh Smith and Matthew Turner. A turkey shoot will be conducted on the next two Tuesday nights with Miss Mary Reefin leading.

Ladie Trv- Presbyterian Robert Crome Alexander McKinnon Wiliam Town Colin Smith Anh Smith Matthew Turner

Recanvass Confirms Garrity Victory In 26th State Senate

The recanvass of the November 2 returns shows James Garrity of Yonkers winning the 26th State Senatorial District by a larger margin after tabulation. His margin over GOP nominee Joshua Flora was boosted, certifying Garrity as the winner.

James A. Garrity James Ci Yonkers Iyad Josha M. Flora GO P

Pair sought in fatal Yonkers patrolman crash

Warrants issued by Judge James J. Lyne for two New York City youths Norman Forsle and William Green following a laundry truck collision with Motorcycle Officer Francis Murphy on Broadway. The pair fled after the incident and were later captured by Yonkers radio police.

New York City Norman Forsle West Gard Street Willian Green West End Street James J. Lyne Fogsle Francis Murphy Broadway Fosgle Green Yonkers

Elmsford Lien Sale Brings Cash From Back Taxes

Elmsford Village Clerk Harold E. Fox announced over $15,000 in back taxes has been paid while $161,000 remains unpaid dating from 1911 to present. Tax liens will be offered in a sale at the Corporation Rooms on Main Street Friday December 18. Taxpayers may pay in full through the end of the period to remove items. early full settlement is advised to avoid confusion. Some parcels offered by county real estate brokers may aid an open market sale.

Elmsford Harold E. Fox Corporation Rooms Main Street Fox

Memorial Cornerstone Ceremony Honors Jay Gould at Hudson House

Officials and citizens gathered at Ardsley Park Monday afternoon as the cornerstone of Hudson House, a million dollar apartment project on the former Ardsley Casino site, was laid in memory of Jay Gould. Frank Jay Gould of Ardsley-on-Hudson funded the undertaking to preserve hillside residential traditions. Walter J. Walker, Hudson House Inc president, delivered the principal address praising Mr Gould and Martha and the community offered tributes.

Hudson House Ardsley Jay Gould Frank Jay Gould Ardsley-on-Hudson Walter J. Walker Hudson House, Inc Mr. Gould Saethew Martha

Women Voters Plan Hear Miss Todd in Irvington Meeting

A newly formed League of Women Voters in Irvington and Dobbs Ferry outlined a yearlong study program at a home meeting hosted by Mrs. Sedgwick. Jane Todd will be guest of honor at the next session, with topics including County government and child labor. Future meetings occur every two weeks.

League of Women Wotfve Irvington Dobbs Ferru John 3Dgwick Ton Warin Lewis Shrady Afta K. Chisinoim May van’ Hyning Carl Miller Stes Mason B. Starring Dee Jane Todd John Sedgwick

Christmas Fair at Presbyterian Church Opens Lunch Served

Yesterday the Woman's Association of the Presbyterian Church held its annual Christmas fair starting at noon with a hot cafeteria luncheon served until 2 PM. Over 100 patrons attended as Mrs. Thomas Luke led as president and general chairman. Miss Millicent V. Lewis planned the luncheon. Mrs. Alexander Roy oversaw the food table. Eva Taylor directed the gift booth with assistants Mrs. Harry Hess and Mrs. John Mackabarth.

Woman's Association of Presbyterian Church Thomas Luke Millicent V. Lewis Alexander Roy Eva Taylor Harry Hess John Mackbarth

Mrs Tyssowski Hosts Westchester WCCA Tea for 100 Members

Nearly 100 branches of the Westchester County Children's Association attended a tea at the Ardale y Club in Dobbs Ferry hosted by Mrs John Tyssowski the association president on December 2. Tina Emerton Yonkers in charge of vocational education summarized recommendations at a recent dinner while four speakers outlined the vocational education task ahead. Edith J Mitchell White Plains executive director described the organization history and activities on behalf of vocational education. Others present included Mrs Markle Bannard Mrs Monty Stanford Brooks Mrs Frederic D Carter Mrs Mary Vall Howitt Mrs Carl Miller Mrs Theodore R Nisbet Mrs Vernon T Woodle and Mrs Carroll Dunham of Treington.

Westchester County Children's Association John Tyssowski Dobbs Ferry Ardaley Club Tina Lynn A. Emerton Yonkers Ional Education Westchester Edith J. Mitchell White Plains Children's Association Markle Bannard Monty Stanford Brooks Frederic D. Carter Mary Vall Howtt Carl ‘Miller Theodore R. Nisbet Airs Rernon T. Woodle Carroll Dunham Treington

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James LeRoy Grove den Ville N. J Little Falls Havemeyer Estate Sheriff George A. Casey Westchester Country Club Hunter Arthur Langmuir Mit Hudson River Unit of Chamber Music Society of America M. C. DeLormo Edward Murphy McBride William A. Buckley Presbyterian Murphy Lyden New , York Walter B. Walker Hudson House Corporation Miss Todd Woman's Association
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