22 Dec 1933
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Newspaper
Irvington Gazette
Location
Irvington, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1933
Page
1
East Irvington residents urge a modest tax increase to fund town needs while county budget committee led by Justice Bleakley recommends guiding Greenburgh Town Board. Supervisor Duell announced the guidance at a hearing in Tarrytown, noting a tax rate near 1.30 per thousand may be considered.
A municipal body in Greenburgh approves an incinerator project after a review led by Denson Mm Tavor. The town board asserts authority and outlines steps for the project’s progression and oversight.
Obscured report describes Mrs. Abbie Ewart of Osceola Avenue Ardsley on Hudson reporting a 1 p m collision on Broadway near Main Street. J Quinn 19 of Travelett, Briarcliff Laundry superintendent, was injured in a pickup truck crash. he was treated for a bruised ear and left for home. Police could not obtain his account. Nearby residents adjacent to Sprain Road fight to block a new site exemption and court action continues, with Justice Witchter’s ruling reversed on appeal.
President Walker J Walker of Ardsley Park Property Owner’s Association filed a general complaint with the Board of Trustees about deteriorating roads in Ardsley Park. He cited sunk pavement over trenches on Roland Road and Trudeau Drive and urged prompt repairs to prevent accidents. He urged strict enforcement of traffic laws, including headlights and tail lights, and discussed parking violations at night. The village committees were directed to act on road issues while the Police Committee considers light and parking enforcement.
Yonkers men en route to the Chevrolet factory were injured when their sedan crashed into the rear of a truck. At Tarrytown Hospital, Joseph Lash, John Uremba, John Luezal, Cyril Ratko, and Fabian Costello were treated for multiple injuries. The truck driver was uninjured. Eyewitness accounts described the truck’s taillight and slipping hazard observed before impact.
Benjamin D Agostino of New York headed a Supreme Court action with the Independent Theatre Owners Association. The suit targets Allied Motion Picture Operators Union of Greater New York and 160 neighborhood theatre owners for wholesale code violations. D Agostino, AMPOA president, claims the case reveals alleged misuses of funds and wage scale disputes, while noting decade long contracts in the motion picture industry.
A reunion dinner for long-time Girl Scouts will be held on December 28 at home from college and boarding school. Older patrols active today will compare experiences while they enjoy turkey and other treats, followed by a jolly event.
A reader reports a counterfeit ten dollar bill tied to a water service dispute. The incident involves a consumer who faced an $10 counterfeit bill and a total expense around $138. The fragmented report mentions Willa jangalla in relation to the dispute.
The Board of Education proposes to appeal to the Civil Works Administration for federal aid to employ local men for painting and landscape work at three district schools. Estimated need is 5000 to 10000 dollars, with work at 20 hours weekly and pay from 50 cents to 1.20 dollars per hour. The plan aims to provide work and reduce dole reliance, benefiting families and veterans, as part of a broader 18 state effort. The appeal is supported by A J Cumming and several board members, with action expected soon.
Police foiled a ladder burglar trap at the Doremus residence on Main Street early this morning. Patrolman Foley spotted a ladder on the west wall, urging quick action with Sergeant Habermeier and Patrolman Tue teck to surround the home. Willie Buckus woke to the door rapping and explained the ladder belonged to a painter who left it there.
George B Gibbons & Co of New York submitted the lone bid for the village Broad way improvement bond issue at 6 percent, about two points above normal rates. Tuckahoe Construction Co. was the low bidder for the job valued over 2000 dollars. the board will act at the January 2 meeting after reviewing the finance committee notes.
Long Island women driver Miss Emily Gould reports a wreck after two crashes near the Farm Crest track. A truck from Farm Baking Co. of Long Island City rear ended a parked machine owned by John Hirsch Corp. in Ossining. Gould says she was passing when another car turned into the estate entrance.
Irvington residents recall the 1900s incident when George Griffin saved a friend at Halsey Pond but perished. Mr and Mrs Griffin of 171 Ashford received the Carnegie Hero Medal from the Carnegie Hero Commission, honoring heroic actions by their son.
A communication from Irvington Post requests expedited action by the National Employment Service for unemployed ex servicemen with dependents. Names listed include John F. Connor Arthur B. Crisfield Toute W. Doy Mbert Frost F. Carlton Kittle Mau- Hee Owens William Owens Gerardo jel Sweetman. Clerk Gorey to send copy to White Plains N E S for cooperation in immediate placement. Trustee Simpson notes only citizens could be considered under Works Administration.
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