Christmas Fire Dangers Highlighted by Firemen
A reading of a public safety notice warns residents of Christmas fire risks. Firemen in a western city emphasize careful heating and candle use to prevent blazes during the holiday season.
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Newspaper
Irvington Gazette
Location
Irvington, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1955
Page
2
A reading of a public safety notice warns residents of Christmas fire risks. Firemen in a western city emphasize careful heating and candle use to prevent blazes during the holiday season.
A live Christmas tree with a balled root can be planted after the holidays. Keep it watered, plant within a week, and prepare a frost-free hole with topsoil and mulch. If buying late, plant immediately without indoor interim, keep burlap on the ball, and decorate only with waterproof lights and ornaments.
Community group Westchester County Volunteer Fire Association appeals for public aid to cut fire risk and honor a charity wish while noting a recent deadly blaze. They promote a fundraiser titled A Merry Fire Sale Christmas to support safety efforts.
The Westchester Tuberculosis and Public Health Association reports the annual Christmas Seal sale is well past halfway. Executive director Miss Macnarel C Joyce cites indications of an optimistic outlook, underscoring the campaign's continued fight against tuberculosis and the historic role of Christmas Seals in raising funds and public awareness.
The State Liquor Authority announced all package liquor and wine stores licensed for premises would be closed on Monday December 26. The law prohibits openings on Christmas Day and the next day if it falls on Sunday, noted as the first Christmas on a Sunday since the amendment.
The Ardsley-on-Hudson branch of Phelps Memorial Hospital Auxiliary held a meeting at St Barnabas Parish House with Mrs William W McDowell announcing 61 members. Airs George C Miles chaired nominating committee presenting officers for a second term to be elected and installed in January as the hospital opens January 9 with guided tours planned.
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