06 Feb 1931
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Newspaper
Irvington Gazette
Location
Irvington, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1931
Page
1
In a broadcast tone the column recalls Spiro Park Irvington and C Street joining Station Road as the village weighs its first openings to progress. The writer declines mayoral endorsement citing overwhelming responsibility and moral standards while noting local committee efforts and a pending fire house push.
The Past Matrons Club of Irving Chapter O E S of Dobbs Ferry announces a Saturday afternoon food sale at 81 Malu Street Dobbs Ferry at 2 o clock. A capable committee will host a wide array of baked goods and strong support from the community is urged. Mayor Murtha has been confined at home for a week and could not attend.
Irivington residents may back a plan to fund a new fire house via a tax levy. A fire committee met with four board members to relay progress, including site and design discussions. If approved at the March election, the project would cost about 880,000 and aim to deliver a modern facility once bids and permits are finalized.
The Irvington Parent Teacher Association will host a Father’s Night on February 10 at 8 o’clock in the High School auditorium. Dr F Dean McClusky, head of Scarboro School, will discuss Vocational Training. A contest between grades will encourage parental attendance and support. Refreshments and social hour follow the program.
William Fallon of West Homo ace is mentioned as aspirant for village office, aiming for trustee. He states he will resign from the Water board to focus on village duties, with a board meeting set for Monday evening and return to activity anticipated this coming week.
The piece argues Lincoln's birthday deserves broad reflection beyond rituals. It envisions schools and meetings teaching his ideals, inspiring citizens to rise above self interest and pursue a nobler destiny, through steady yearly remembrance.
Congressman C. D. Millard was the guest of honor at the regular monthly meeting of a long standing Republican Club in the town. He urged party unity and local county work, spoke at length on township affairs, and received an enthusiastic ovation. Women members provided refreshments as officers and speakers, including Herbert C. Dickinson, noted for the club’s history, attended the social hour. The event marked a successful 68th year for the club.
The local chairman of the American Red Cross praises Ivington and Ardsley-on-Hudson for exceeding expectations and over subscribing their share while calling on those who have not yet contributed to send funds to Mrs. James Mall at 112 North Tiread Way. The current total raised is 2,868.00 with a list of contributors including Abercrombie, Mrs. R Ge Acheson, Mrs. Arthur Hannard Jr, Mr. and Mrs. W. N. Marton, Mrs. Charlotte C. Benjamin, Miss K. Neawick, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur D.B. Mek, Mr. and Mrs. Henry V.D. Mins, Miss Marty Kea. Continued on Page Five.
Trustees preside over a lengthy gathering with a fire company group as highway and park projects advance. Drafts propose changes to Sawmill River Parkway driveway, South Broadway improvements, and a $50,000 road program. Fire schedule, health board notes, and library vacancy fill-ins also surface amid ordinance talks and street work.
A 25 year old man identified as Henry Cape of Ardsley Park was taken into custody by Avington Police after seeking food aid, then held for questioning. Greenburgh police and New York detectives pursued leads tying him to the disappearance of the ten year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Yarso of Franklin, NY. An examination found only a ten cent bank token on the suspect before transfer to Grasslands for further examination.
Announcement from the St. Barnabas Club meeting notes that C. Dinwiddie will speak on February 12. Dinwiddie, a nationally known figure in welfare, will address the Men's Club on the topic Our Children's Welfare.
In the midwinter handicap squash event at Tacquet and Swimming Club Ardsley on Hudson Franklin M Haines and We Te Adside dry are favored to reach the finals A late strong showing by Kinney upset William A Kimbel in a hard fought match The opening round saw several noted players advance including Stuart R Stevenson Carl A Miller and John Spraker Other events include duck pin and bowling handicaps with pairs drawn for the big ping contest and a byox reception for R G Morris joining the second round
The High School Glee Club plans to stage Bitter Sweet Anna at Irvington Town Hall on March 13, under instruction from Aliss Helen Stubbe and Miss Genevieve Pater. Also noted are moves by Colonel and Mrs Guery to Gilligan Apartment and a duck pins match schedule featuring Carl Miller, Robert A. Patteson, T. W. Kiney, and others.
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