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Newspaper
Irvington Gazette
Location
Irvington, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1949
Page
1
An editorial urges the village Board of Trustees to join county efforts in an intensive campaign against poison ivy. It cites a severe ivy poisoning case in a four year old and argues home owner cooperation can largely eliminate the plant at low cost, given the simple preventive methods.
Two teenage boys were linked to recent malicious mischief reports as village police acted swiftly and kept names private to avoid public shaming. A separate public notice urges citizens to back Hoover Commission reforms to cut federal waste and reduce taxes, arguing the government has grown vast and costly.
Irv ington girl scouts held a ceremony at the center of town to honor awardees across troops. Marion Miles received a special rescue award for saving a child from a lake while others earned traditional badges including Musician, Housekeeper, Hostess, and Trefoil. Notable names include Debby Weston Janet Reed Penny May and Ellen Kno sat McCormack with many advancing to higher ranks.
Mrs Sietham re elected director of the Children’s Museum as plans for August summer program near completion. Registration cards will be sent for children ages 6 to 12. program includes art, nature, and guided activities with specific days for younger and older groups. Events feature exhibits from Metropolitan Museum and local collections, with later announcements for full schedules.
The Vets will play the Dobbs Ferry Club Sunday at Seserial Park, replacing the earlier planned match at Balwin Gonll Echh. The Adams error in the schedule caused the swap, with the Dobbs Ferry game now a featured race in the Hudson Valley Lease series.
David Ritrolse, son of Mes Vernthy ti, Riteatge of Sung Tan, received a Bachelor of Science in Hotel Administration at Cornell's annual commencement. The university graduated about 230 seniors from a class of roughly 350 and noted Ritrolse’s membership in Sigma Phi.
Appraisal shows the estate of James A. Aborn of New York valued largely in securities and other assets. The Tegatees will receive share disbursements upon death or settlement, following a tax assessment process. The Aborn family ties and business leadership are noted along with a prominent Glenbrook car company background. The Business and Professional Women's Club enjoyed a Hudson River sail with Ruth F. Sturm presiding and several members aboard.
Robert N Ostrander son of Mrs J fa Ostramler has entered six weeks of summer training at Orlando Florida under the Air Force ROTC program. He attends Teachers College and seeks commission after completing his college studies.
Irvington Police arrest two women soon after a stolen car chase across Broadway. The driver and companion, later identified as Charles J. Willingen and Henry K. Morris, were held until Rochester officers arrived. The vehicle belonged to KS Time Company.
Veronica Stearns wedding announced with groom Captain George Peyton Farrell and guests Conny Caneull and Mrs. Robert Sweare. The bride, a student at Wyle Rice School and American School in Shanghai, attended Scarborough School and Roger Prep. The couple will reside in Beverly Hills after a six year Naval career.
The choir of St Marnalie Church holds its annual picnic on Saturday June 25. Members gather at the Parish house at 10 A.M. St Barnabas Church School will hold its piesie at Glen Telnd 2. Cornelia Cree, Mildred Haine, Barbara Nicholay, Mary Sweetman and Angela Smith named as organizers.
The Town of Greenburgh schedules a hearing on changes to several election districts including Irvington and Sth Districts due to population increases pushing voter counts above the 10,000 limit. Dan C. Nolan leads boundary changes with a petition from 20 homeowners on Euclid Avenue Ardley Meigs Vincent. The meeting also covers garbage collection service petitions, sewer concerns, and park and road projects with property owner assessments and a proposed contract with Ardsley. Proceedings include acting Town Attorney Gerald Fite, Supervisor Duell, and Engineer Nolan.
Beginning June 1 the Irvington Public Library will open daily from 10 to 12 A M and 8 to 6 P M with evening hours on Monday Wednesday and Friday from 7 to 9 C T A ty Late
In a village police court session on Wednesday, several defendants pleaded or paid fines totaling 65 dollars. Individuals named include Cat Daren of Grooklon and Keler of Donory with various bond and cash penalties.
The Municipal Bond will meet to receive bids for completing the village sewerage plant project. About ten proposals are expected, with estimated costs around $1000. Construction began spring 1983 after project withdrawal by former vendors. disposal plant buildings on Buckfoot Street were nearly completed earlier and await final completion.
Weekend investigation by Rutherford police led to two youths accused of vandalizing Willy Bortisen and residents on Barnes Park. Chief McCall assigned officers, fingerprints taken, with help from Jack Glenn and county child welfare officials. Names withheld pending court action.
Planning Board weighs a trustee petition to permit a new apartment project amid zoning and site concerns. Officials discuss parcel boundaries, development impact, road access, and a tentative timetable for a board decision.
Mrs Jeanie Patermo announces the engagement of Ana Palermo to Joseph DeNando son of Mr and Mrs DeNardo of Ardsley The engagement party was held at the Ardsley home with relatives in attendance The wedding is planned for the fall
John Conklin of North Dutcher Street received notice that he was the winner of a contest related to the West Indies voyage. The rice was offered by the Catholic Seamen's T r i t e and tied to Brooklyn in the excerpt.
The Tvington Cub Scouts and Irvington Presbyterian Couples Club held a joint picnic at Harriman Road’s Woodlands Lake Park, with about thirty-five adults and fifteen youths present. Hot dogs and refreshments were provided, games were played, and attendees enjoyed a pleasant afternoon.
Cornell University alumni in Westchester rally for the Grester Cornell Fund drive to raise 12 million dollars for hauling tasks and levels. Brownstone area chairmen lead efforts in Hastings, Dobbs Ferry, Tarrytowns, Irvington, and surrounding towns with over 2000 alumni in the county. about 150 reside locally. Each alumnus will be contacted personally by a worker during the month to solicit a share toward the goal.
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