24 Feb 1928
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Newspaper
Irvington Gazette
Location
Irvington, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1928
Page
1
A satirical column from the Daily News riffs on Irvington with jokes about its 8000 residents, municipal building, library, jail, and police while lampooning local politics. It mocks parties, a hammer club, playground funding, and tax fears, ending with a call for flood relief and sewer needs for Irvington.
The February 20 Parent-Teachers meeting featured Mr Faulkner and Miss Fischer contributing musical selections. Mr McCleland led community singing and speakers urged strong citizenship through home, school, and community effort. Refreshments followed and a brief social period ended with notes on future events and local humor.
The Women’s Association of the Irvington Presbyterian Church will hold its meeting on Friday March 2 instead of Wednesday February 29. This is a special meeting and a large attendance is earnestly desired.
Mr and Mrs John Unter of Barney Park are due back Saturday after an extended trip. The couple left recently for a southward journey and are anticipated to return this weekend.
Irvington Northfield Club plans a late March production of The Busy Honeymooners. Local guests including B. T. Woodle visited The Roosevelt in New Orleans, La, as part of a recent promotional tour.
Mrs Charles D Fraser departs on the 28th for a West Indies cruise, accompanied by her sister and niece from Chicago.
The column praises Scoop's wit and philosophy while urging public protest on local issues. It notes a citizen’s brave personal fight and calls for vigilance about upcoming Hudson area actions, warning that silence invites trouble and that some matters require clear interpretation.
A Tarrytown correspondent portrays Irvington as a sleepy Hudson town between Tarrytown and Dobbs Ferry. He notes old chatter and parroted claims about nearby sleep and progress, remarking on years past when nearby towns eyed Irvington’s growth while asserting patience for future development.
Mrs R L Ganter mother of Mrs v of the olde died quietly Sunday. Funeral at St Paul Akan Tuesday with Rev Maxwell Ganter and Rev William Colton officiating. Born in Painesville Ohio she was active in church and served on the Diocesan Standing Committee. She lived with daughter Mrs Kenyon in Ind and with Rev Maxwell Ganter in Portsmouth NH and Carl R Ganter in New Mrs Canter was noted for vitality wit and patriotism enabling her to influence others until the end. She leaves many friends who miss her counsel and encouragement.
A fragmented note laments reporters mislabeling individuals as dead, harming business and personal reputations. It urges accuracy, citing a case where erroneous death reports circulated about a local figure and prompted corrective action from editors and readers.
Mrs A C Rafflaub of Syracuse New Jersey visits with relatives in town. A misread line mentions Alg Raatianly of Syracuse and a young visitor, but the text is garbled.
The marriage of Miss Lillian Mildred Palmer daughter of Edward J. Palmer of South E Street to Patrick Henry Gallagan took place at Immaculate Conception Church on Friday February 17 at six o'clock. The ceremony was performed by her father, with sister Mrs. Jon Livingston in attendance. The bride wore Georgette rose color with a matching hat and carried a bouquet. The maid of honor was from the Harmon family. A bridal dinner followed at the Florency Inn, Tarty town, with guests sending flowers as keepsakes. Mr. and Mrs. Gallagan will reside on South Street in the village.
A local call invites readers to join the chorus now in full ovation at 8200 area, offering a real live opportunity for participation regardless of reading ability. Send Us Your News items.
Fanciful feature on Adam ONeill of Irvington and New York whose new Irish ballad Oh the Wonder of It Mollie is broadcast via WJZ. The piece notes Royalties, years writing for papers in Ireland and abroad, and mentions connections with John Redmond while naming Herbert Ward and family in Irvington.
K B Conger Jr with Delanoy Kipp and Swan Inc announce the establishment of Tasttts a new brokerage business housed at 2 Wall Street. The firm is cited as one of the leading entities in the area, with roots in Ardsley Park and New York operations.
A community event by the Children of Mary raised spirits with bridge and domino games, followed by an enjoyable dance. Refreshments were abundant and homemade treats were shared. Many beautiful and useful gifts were donated, and the top prize winners were announced.
A four act firemen stage show presented by Riverside Hose Company of Tarrytown debuts February 28 at 8 15 p m at Music Hall Tarrytown with a sensational fire scene and a cast of local talent offering real entertainment and community pride.
The Get Together Club of Hope Chapel held its annual gathering with fifty members and nine guests enjoying a long civic dinner and program. Highlights included remarks by Mr. Herschel Purdy and Mr. James McWilliam, honorary members, a welcoming address by Mr. Sealle White, music by Ben Wing and Paul Simmons, and tributes to future plans for a Community House.
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