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Newspaper
Irvington Gazette
Location
Irvington, New York, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1941
Page
1
Commentary lauds the Irvington Board of Education for current policies and reelection of three incumbents. It criticizes Albany driven mandates as impractical frills while urging continued focus on common sense solutions and resisted reforms.
A court like question confronts the Zoning Board of Appeals over rezoning North Broadway from residential to business. The issue: should zoning powers shield the community or favor a single petitioner. The article argues equity must prevail, viewing the law as a shield rather than a weapon.
The Thursday Club hosts a nuptial mass and a prize trip raffle tied to their annual revue. May events include a Fray night with two acts and 22 scenes featuring a large stage show and town hall ambiance. The gathering opens May 5 at the Ardsley Country Club with plans for a sequence of social events and a prize drawing.
A zoning hearing is set for Monday to consider a petition for a restaurant variance in the Donce district. Strong opposition is expected from local residents and the Open Broadway group as the Appeals Board weighs the request and associated conditions.
The Hervington High School music department presents a May 9 concert directed by Miss Margaret Leonard with Jacob Meyer conducting the orchestra. Frances Valentine features at the piano and admission is free. Proceeds benefit the church after a rummage sale at No 6 Main Street hosted by the Woman's Auxiliary.
In a New York City court a man and a companion faced charges for speeding on the Parkway at 56 miles per hour. The defendant received a suspended sentence amid adjournment proceedings, with both Dench and Reale noted in the docket as awaiting further court action.
Henry Ebbets of North Brand set a new bowling mark Monday at the Pastime Club match against Chal and Durham A C. In the second game he rolled a 89 with a spare and strikes totaling nine pins. His first game was 142, but he surged in the second and third games, reaching a high total and topping team notes with a 34 pin over his father, who was runner with 197.
The Kiwanis Club presents its second minstrel at Town Hall this Friday evening under Ralph S. Smith with Mrs Stanley and Mayne Wigan assisting. Proceeds benefit the boys and girls fund as the show features Yonkers Whale Quartet, instrumental numbers, dances, jokes, and choral pieces.
Registration Monday at Irvington High School offers new courses in physics and geometry replacing older rudiments. Seniors may enroll in advanced topics, with options in solid geometry and related programs expanding this term.
The Altar and Rosary Society of the Shore of the Immaculate Conception held its spring party on the first Thursday evening in Holy Name Hall. About a dozen members and friends attended as table prizes were awarded and refreshments served. Decorations were pastel. door prizes went to Mrs. John P. Gallagher, Mrs. Anna of Dobbs Ferry, Mrs. Frank Sweeney, Mrs. James Kelley, Mrs. May Linon, Freowm Martin Thornton, and Mrs. Ma Farce Tlerke.
Village history recounts the Pastime Club’s April 27, 1891 founding with charter member William E. Sweatman and survivor Robert Melitie present at a Blacksmith Shop dinner in Scarsdale. Arthur C. Leed traced club origins as members recalled early deeds, with dances, boxing, and socials shaping village life.
Three members of the Irvington Board of Education will be elected at the annual school election at Irvington High School. Nominations open May 7 and voting runs noon to 7 PM. Vacancies include Millicent V. Lewis, A. Cummins, and Marold Lehman with terms varying from one to two years. Eligible voters must meet standard school election qualifications.
Mrs Halal G McCarthy of South Harbor presided at a meeting where Ethel McCarthy was named Chief Companion of Surmyside Cine Companions Forest of Amer. Other officers elected include Chaplain Helen Dasgean, Chief Companion Margaret Tees, Financial Secretary Katherine Morgan, Treasurer Alice Tewes, Recording Secretary Lilian Cookei, Guide Mary Pierson, Inside Grand Mary Eileen Connors, Outside Gaged Eileen Connors, Trustees Hertha Goss, Luana DiChiara, Theresa Marwai Orga, May Fallow
The Road of Trustees to meet in the New Hall Monday night to adopt the village budget for the current fiscal year. A public hearing last Monday discussed adding 1000 for apparatus prehense, uniforms, and a department flag. Mary Gof and Miss Mary Tater were noted speakers with talks on roads and foreign relations, while plans include bank and police department arrangements and attendance by local residents.
The district seeks voter approval Tuesday May 6 to raise taxes from 7.18 to 7.53 and fund an $1,280,20 levy. The board projects higher state aid but notes reduced balances and raises in key budget items. Howard Morris explains adoption requires resident approval at a district election.
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