26 Feb 1932
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Newspaper
Irvington Gazette
Location
Irvington, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1932
Page
1
Joseph Linder, a talented Irvington student, died after two suicide attempts in the Hudson near Matthiessen Head Park. Police broadcast alerts followed a disappearance, with a wrist from another person found nearby. Linder emerged alive from the water but died later in hospital.
The article notes Judge Lyden will serve as a pallbearer for William A. Larkin. It mentions the funeral will be in Haverstraw and references Lyden as a close personal friend who will be among the pallbearers.
Paul Dillingham longtime resident and former Northfield mail worker dies of a stroke Thursday afternoon at his home on Main Street. Born in Tarboro North Carolina he was 60 and had lived here 20 years. He was active in the Fraternal Order of Eagles and a student at Walworth Academy. Survived by widow Mary deChantles and daughter Catherine Dillingham, funeral set for Saturday at 11 at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, interment in Sleepy Hollow cemetery. Pallbearers named John Person Arthur Byrne Wilt E Sweetman Abram Volk Nicolas Mainelli and Raymond Morrell.
An apparent party ticket endorses Vito F. Pilustro for a term, praising his abilities and readiness to take office. It highlights strong attributes and suitability for leadership, presenting Pilustro as the preferred candidate. The notice frames his bid as advantageous to the party and community.
Sam Jr. today appears free of danger after a harrowing incident when he slipped into icy lake waters while skating on a Saturday morning. He was rescued and rushed to Haven Heights Hospital where cramps were noted but later alleviated by prompt care.
A Sunday service at Irvington Presbyterian Church drew 150 or more Sunday School children to hear a sermon on George Washington by Rev. W. Farrerin. The Junior Choir directed by Miss Genevieve Peter joined the regular choir, with Frank Gilbert and teachers present. Children from East Irvington Chapel attended under Miss Roane.
Village views on the emergency work bureau show plans made in fall, six months of work, but no definite end. Many without jobs will still need relief. citywide support and long term planning are urged as giving becomes a life habit for all citizens.
The Pastime Club hosted a Republican electors primary with Tewe y and DiLastro Toth Kittredge and Mur nominated for re election and Ionaha for trustees. The gathering featured brief eulogies praising incumbents and plans for active organization to secure broad support.
A Sunday chimney fire at 4 15 pm in the Rutter home caused alarm as coal burned in the chimney. Buckets of coal were dumped into the stack on the southwest side to smother the fire and chemical tanks were used to ensure the blaze was out. Local investigators examined the scene.
Northfield club plans a March 5 gathering at Town Hall to sell tickets for a theatrical comedy presented with special permission from Samuel Franch of Yorke City. Cast includes Philippe Man and a Broadway unit from Sew and other local notables. tickets 75 cents, orders by phone Irvington 1464. Fire crew removed part of attic after a chimney issue. damage described as trivial.
George Griffin 17 and John Snelham Jr figure in a dispute prompted by dangers at the Landers dump on Knollwood Road. School District 8 serves summons to Greenburgh Town Board to show cause for injunctive action before the Supreme Court. The uproar involves local youths skating near Ardsey Park and the Deer Pond area, with authorities weighing safety and legal steps.
A sale of the work of the Blind under church committees in Irvington proceeds March 10 with items such as rugs trays towels and aprons. A meeting of workers from Presbyterian Episcopal Catholic and Methodist churches set for March 3 with committee chairmen named.
Messages from T Street residents say Carda and Edward J. Connors are having a fine time. The area is described as a daily revelation of beauty at an attractive winter resort.
The heating contract for the new Hockley Garage on North Street was awarded to the Nolan brothers of Tarrytown. The notice appears in official Democratic newspapers, seeking a candidate and noting the adt near the ad, with references to north and south regions.
The Mayor's Committee on Unemployment Relief reports growing aid through the Work Bureau in Irvington during February. Seventy? four men and women were placed or registered for permanent positions last week, with twelve men still on the unemployment list. Local volunteers and residents are urged to assist, including calls to 4398 for information.
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