25 May 1950
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Newspaper
Irvington Gazette
Location
Irvington, New York, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1950
Page
1
A brief observance recalls World War I memory and the many wars that shaped nations. The piece urges honoring local and national fallen heroes who sacrificed for a better world and stresses the ongoing aim to remember and strive for peace.
The piece traces Westchester Lighting's final absorption by Consolidated Edison and reflects on Irvington’s early power history. It recalls how local utilities merged and the shift from gas and kerosene lamps to electricity, noting how power was once produced in Tarrytown and distributed in sparse homes.
A New York University education professor argues children read and write better worldwide, but local teachers and parents doubt this, citing declining penmanship and pronunciation. The piece urges stronger training in the three Rs over the current broad curriculum.
Dorothy Logan, a graduate of Washington Irving High School, is to wed W H Wood. The couple expects a ceremony after the engagement announced. Mrs Leighton plans to attend with the Logan family present. Dorothy works for Kenyon and Eakardt Inc in New York City. W H Hood, a former U S Army Medical Corps veteran, is employed at Chevrolet-Tarrytown Division of General Motors. The notice also mentions a Save Water Honor Society cake sale.
Janemarie Curran, Irvington High School senior, earned three scholarships from Marymount College, University of the Sacred Heart, and Newton College of the Heart, for four years of study. The National Honor Society will host a bake sale on May 25 to raise funds for the school yearbook and other activities. Irvington Public Schools will be closed May 29 and 30 for Memorial Day weekend.
The Trvington Parent Teacher Association presents the film Great Expectations at the Love Hall on Friday night to raise scholarship funds. John Mille and Valerie Hobson star as the story blends romance and suspense with a family-friendly program. Door prizes and a community effort accompany the event, with committee members and ushers listed as organizers.
The newly elected officers of the Business and Professional Women's Club were installed at their meeting on Monday. Miss Anels Smith became president with Miss Alice Dickson as vice president and Mrs. Sami Swienree as recording secretary. Celia Wilkinson and others held roles as corresponding and treasurer respectively.
The village sponsors a teen girl softball squad. A schedule is being arranged for games at Teast J ark with the Police Revolver Chub chasing uniforms and equipment. The senior and junior classes attend a career conference at Washington Teving High School in Trrestown today.
F R Patterson plans marriage to Miss Florida York of Yonkers daughter of Mrs Laici of Maple Street Yonkers The couple are to wed in Yonkers The groom is a graduate of the High Selient of Commerce and employed by Burroughs Welcome and Company in Wells The bride is described as a graduate in commerce and a well known local young woman
Irv Arnold invites volunteers for a summer program at the Youth Center offering athletic activities for children. The plan includes various sports and a regional program with supervision by teachers and staff, with Barbara Dill and a museum visit noted.
Mrs Christine Totman wife of Clr C D Totman died recently at her home after a lingering illness. Funeral services were held at Welnewpathy morning with Reverend Philip Burst pastor of the Irvington Presbyterian Church officiating. She is survived by a daughter and two sisters and a brother residing in Davenport. Mrs Totman and family had lived in East Irvington for five years.
Village clerks announce tax bills will be mailed to about 800 property owners. The statement notes a recent survey determined values and assessed amounts, with the total tax bill seen near last year’s rate. Residents are reminded to expect bills by mail and to pay on time.
A garbled wartime note references Pvt George Connor and his Easter in Japan. The fragment mentions military elements and a list of names, with unclear dates or units, suggesting a diary or report from World War II era.
Irinaton Police report a Monday incident near South Truly station where a driver argued and shouted, prompting a police detainment and arrest. James Jehyan fined for creating disturbance, and another driver fined $25 for disorderly conduct. Summer library hours announced with updated Tuesday to Saturday schedule.
A village plans a Memorial Day program at the War Memorial on Main Street and Memorial Park. The ceremony includes a 1 pm service, flag raising, and remarks by local officials and clergymen. Police will regulate traffic on Alain Street to prevent disruption.
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