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Newspaper
Irvington Gazette
Location
Irvington, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1968
Page
3
A Christmas reflection contrasts modern advances with spiritual leadership of Christ Jesus. It invites readers to reflect on the Christ spirit amid rapid progress and to embody compassion and love in daily life through family and friends.
The passage reflects on Christmas as a peaceful oasis amid modern haste. It highlights reflection, peace, and goodwill, emphasizing Americans’ tradition of sharing with the less fortunate and reaffirming faith in fellow humans. It calls for gratitude and communal generosity.
Five years ago the Irvington Board of Trustees planned a third two way radio for fire department equipment and discussed Motorola versus RCA bids. Postmaster Murphy, attacked on Park Avenue, returned to work after NYC hospitalization. Seniors vs faculty basketball results 30 to 25 with teacher Howard Kelly high scorer.
A nostalgic collage describes Christmas spirit as a contagious glow that renews hope and peace. It notes Victorian era toys teaching thrift, plus festive drink ideas, and lists local holiday departures and arrivals including Ensign John Rochester and families returning from college or military discharge.
A festive dinner at Pari Steak House in Thornwo praised TBS football players for wins over Croton and Dobbs Ferry. Guests included fathers coaches local officials and boosters. Talks highlighted coaching quality team solidarity and plans for an Irvington Boosters Club with a quarterback club concept and season dinners.
House HI at Main Street School took a field trip to Mystic Seaport to study a 19th century seaport living. Teachers and parents accompanied the group for a two and half hour experience with authentic exhibits, ships, and a film. Students toured the L A Dunton and other features, learned ship life, and will write stories using new vocabulary.
The first fund-raiser for the Irvington Ambassadors was held December 4 at the Community Center. The cake sale netted 160 dollars toward the 4000 dollar goal. Contributions are tax deductible and can be sent to the Irvington Ambassador Committee care of William Roane at County Trust Co. Irvington 10533.
The Irvington Recreation Department starts an eight week Adult Social Dancing course at the Isaac K Benjamin Community Center on January 12. Sessions run 8 pm for main class and 9 33 pm for advanced dancers. Cost is 8 per person with checks to the Village of Irvington. Limited to 15 couples per class. Instructor Carlos Zuccaro, a trained performer with ties to Carnegie Hall and international study, leads the program aimed at adults seeking to improve dance steps. Register at 71 Main Street on a first come basis before January 13.
A reflective holiday note celebrates Christmas as a time when kindness faith and joy prevail. It lauds a mother s kiss a friendly handshake and the song of a robin as enduring symbols of seasonal goodwill.
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