13 Dec 1935
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Newspaper
Irvington Gazette
Location
Irvington, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1935
Page
1
Trustee Murphy argues that constructing a burner is the only logical solution as the Sanitary Committee maps out the village refuse disposal plan. The special meeting at Municipal Hall tonight at 7 30 discusses the rehash of prior plans and the present urgent need for action at Hastings dock.
Fragmented OCR text suggests a push to gain support for a new law with references to Todd and Miss Jano Aly. Mentions a town interview and public units, with unclear details about who is backing whom and what the legislation entails.
The Review’s foreign editor at Trrington Forum Monday evening presented a clear view of current political problems and contrasted two dictatorial models. He argued that the presented system is elite based, while the other rests on class strength, with a continuation noted on page eight.
Police report a break in at the Chessman Kittredge home with entry via shattered floor pane. Intruders rummaged drawers and closets, scattering contents as County expert Joseph Hitt assists. Police, Chief McCall and Sgt Habermehl lead the investigation. The Thursday Club dance at Ardsley Country Club on December 1 is highlighted as a key holiday event with Georgia Serenaders, tables, decorations, and ticket sales via Irvington.
P T A teams and faculty members will face off in a Kiddie Kar Polo contest at the high school gym. Tension runs high as parents claim a school trick gave the teachers an edge. Captain Frank Morgan and Major Fre Huber promise revenge and practice away from prying eyes. Continued on page four.
A large committee in Greenburgh and Westchester County launches a testimonial dinner for Judge James J. Lyden on Wednesday January 29 at 7 30 pm at Lawrence Inn Mamaroneck N Y Honorary Chairman is Charles D Millard who will attend from Washington William C Duell is toastmaster The event will be attended by over 750 invited guests and is led by general chairman William A iteman with local figures from Dobbs Ferry Tarrytown North Tarrytown and Emnsford listed among organizers
The Womans Home Missionary Society of St Pauls M B Church met at Mrs Douglas Sohner s home 15 Woodbine Dec 10 with 10 members present Suttons read by Mrs Fletcher Johnson reports given by Miss Jennie Mekhout Secretary Miss Helen Martin Treasurer Mrs Frank Morgan Supply Secretary After business a Christmas party was held table decorations followed Christmas motif
Greenburg Town Council held a rehearing Wednesday in unincorporated Hartsdale area near Sheridan North Clayton and Evandate roads. The body restored original zoning creating 20 000 square foot plots. Residents urged keeping the 02 zone which allows 50 by 100 foot lots. Oppose changes appeared on page five.
An informal dinner to honor the sheriff will be hosted by Westchester deputy sheriffs and attaches of the sheriff's office at the Hotel Biltmore on 43rd Street. The event is scheduled for Saturday December 28 at 7 00 P M. Reservations should be made with Paul J Hearn Court House White Plains.
A Yaletide season gala hosted by the PTA featured the Fast Workers program with a cap of stories and songs. Harry Goss chaired the event, with Charles Stover and others assisting, guiding pupils from fourth to fifth grades through a holiday-themed performance directed by Mrs. Smith and Ms. Carson.
Irvington Presbyterian Church hosts a Tuesday evening forum by a veteran speaker on affairs in China. The event aims to inform men about international developments and potential national involvement. All men are invited to attend at 8 o'clock tonight.
Supervisor Duell urges all taxpayers to join the Christmas Club movement formed by local banks for 1935. He says joining is like paying taxes gradually, with weekly five dollar or smaller installments, yielding a tidy year end sum to cover taxes. He notes Greenburg residents saved nearly $100,000 through these clubs and urges timely tax payments before the budget is finalized.
At St. Barnabas Church the Barnabas School will collect and deliver Christmas gifts for destitute children. The Sunday school and friends will bring presents at 1 PM and deposit them for a charity procession and carol singing.
The Hartsdale Citizens Union asks Greenburgh Town Council to add at least six patrolmen in 1936 despite town estimates for the unified area proposing four new officers at a $7,220 cost increase. The union notes the current force is too small for growing needs and cites the push for a modern radio system.
Sixteen building permits were issued reflecting new developments and cost factors in the Hartsdale area. Van Dorn addresses the increase in fees with plumbing costs totaling about $100 and overall permit fees reaching approximately $136 for the ten permits issued.
Milton Parker of 346 West 2nd York City operated a paper truck that overturned at 7:30 am during heavy traffic. Parker escaped serious injury as the vehicle skidded to the curb and toppled, with bystanders aiding and a special wrecking truck called to right the load.
The Bureau of Motor Vehicles extends the use of current license plates to January 31 1916. Reregistering begins December 13 with nine months for owners to obtain 1916 plates. Omnibus plates must be shown from January 1 with new plates available as issued and to be used on highways.
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