Committee Helps Run Undernourished Children Camp
The Committee of One Hundred for Grayslands Hospital teams with White Plains Lions Club to operate a nutrition camp for undernourished children near Bimsford on Saw Mill River road. Open July 1 for two months, the program follows Dr. Emerson’s plan with five daily meals and outdoor activities. Admissions limited to 30 children aged 8 to 12, all given full physical exams and daily physician care. Cost $8 per week per child with scholarships. A benefit bridge at Scarsdale Woman’s Club on July 16 supports supplies and equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grayslands Hospital
Lion's Club
Bimsford
Saw Mill River Road
Fairview Country Club
Lion's Club of
White Plains
Westchester County Committee On Tuberculosis and Public Health
William R. P. Emerson
Boston
H. C. Lakin
Sherbrooke Road
H. F. MacNeish
C. Adelaide Barker
First Graduation in New Greenville School House
The class of 1924 held its first graduation in the new Greenville school house on Monday evening. Valedictorian Gertrude Seely and salutatorian George Bode led the ceremony with poise. Joseph Edwards as Class Prophet distributed gifts and presented a portable electric lamp to Miss Ethel Wood. Miss Emery led solos as Margaret Salter played violin. Principal Anna Rice and Beatrice Zehder appeared in costume for an Italian national dance. The event featured special dances and the grades’ performances, with remarks by Mr. Roberts Walker and an address by Mr. Julian Wooster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenville
Gertrude Seely
George Bode
Paul Gulick
Margaret Salter
Raymond Doty
Prophet
Joseph Edwards
Ethel Wood
Anna Rice
Beatrice Zehder
All adults in Britain gain parliamentary vote at twenty one
The article notes a constitutional expansion granting the right to vote to every person aged twenty one or older in Great Britain. It emphasizes universal franchise for men and women, marking a significant shift in electoral rights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britain
Westchester County Sees 50 Percent Drop in Fatal Accidents
Reports by Coroner Fitzgerald and Dr. Snowden credit the early safety campaign for a drastic reduction in May and June. Thirty seven fatalities last year fell to eighteen this year, with fewer drownings and rail incidents. The population rise is noted, and the notice hints at continued coverage on page eight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Westchester County
Fitzgerald
Snowden
Public Safety Bureau
Vegetable drive for White Plains Hospital announced
The committee collecting vegetables asks that articles be sent Thursday mornings between nine and ten to the Woman's Club barn at Wayside Lane and Post Road. Vegetables will be received at this hour regularly every Thursday during July August September and October.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White Plains Hospital
Woman's Club
Wayside Lane
Post Road
Scarsdale Golf Club Creates House Membership
The Scarsdale Golf Club board establishes a house membership with same rights as associate members but no golf or locker room privileges. Dues are 25 a year, payable Jan 1 or upon election, covering the calendar year. Associate members gain access to the course on nonholiday days without green fees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scarsdale Golf Club
F. H. Bethell
Burchard Dutcher
F. Bramwell Geddes
William H. Alfring
Women Collect Fruits and Vegetables for White Plains Hospital
Every Thursday from nine to ten in July to October residents donate produce at the Woman's Club barn for White Plains Hospital. Listed hosts include Mrs. J. W. Brewer July 10 and July 17 by Mrs. F. J. Agate, several others through August with September overseer Mrs. H. C. Schwable. Gardeners urged to send spare fruit and vegetables. contact Mrs. Brewer at Searsdale 547.
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Woman's Club
White Plains Hospital
J. W. Brewer
F. J. Agate
B. Fish
G. F. Bussing
Elizabeth Crane
O. H. Cheney
H. C. Schwable
Brewer
Searsdale
Village President Ayres Urges Endurance and Support for Government
At a Fourth of July village celebration on the green, Village President Ayres urged courage and optimism in enduring criticism while backing the government. Representative J Mayhew Wainwright recalled the nation’s founding acts in White Plains and honored Continental Army feats nearby.
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Ayres
Village Green
Wainwright
Mr. Ayres
Kenison Sues for Reinstatement as Village Chief of Scarsdale
Former Scarsdale police chief Frank P. Kenison has filed court action against the village seeking reinstatement to his old post. A writ of mandamus required village officials to appear before Justice Morschauser in Newburgh. The suit claims no misconduct by Kenison and alleges illegal omission from the position under civil service law. The article also notes village board routine business and local civic details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank P. Kenison
Scarsdale
Frank O. Ayres
Morschauser
Newburgh
William J. Short
Kenison
Judge White
World Cooperation Campaign marks war ten year
The National Council for Prevention of War announced a parallel world cooperation drive from July 26 to November 11 to mark the tenth anniversary of World War outbreak. Plans include nationwide committees, public meetings, parades, and a July 27 world cooperation Sunday with 150000 pastors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Council For Prevention of
Wisconsin
New York
Minnesota
Virginia
Montana
World Cooperation
National Council For Prevention of War
American Association of University Women
American Farm Bureau Federation
American Federation of Teachers
National Board of Farm Organizations
National Board Y. W. C. A
National Council of Jewish Women
National Education Association
National Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs
National Federation
Club Restaurant To Close For Six Weeks
The Scars dale Woman's Club restaurant will close from Saturday July 19 for six weeks. No meals will be served during the period as the rooms are redecorated.
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Scarsdale Woman's Club
Playground Opens for Fifth Season on Brook Street
Nearly 300 children daily use the Brook Street Playground on the Post road near Maple avenue. It entered its fifth season on July 4 under the Woman's Club. H. H. Axworthy leads for the third year with Miss Marion J. Adler assisting. Plans include Westchester County Play Day on August 23 at Mohansic Park and baseball with neighboring towns. The Scarsdale High School field is available two days a week. the library runs by Mrs. Quatwater with Miss Ruth Dunlap assisting. a baby health contest is planned later in the summer led by Mrs. Forbes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brook Street
Post Road
Maple Avenue
Woman's Club
Wiles
H. H. Axworthy
Marion J. Adler
Teachers Training School
New York
Westchester County
Mohansic Park
Scarsdale High School
Quutwater
Ruth Dunlap
Forbes
Gas mains laid swiftly through Scarsdale area
Scarsdale residents report rapid gas main work with two days enough to weld pipes and dig most of Popham road trench. The gas company promises service before Christmas, bringing gas down Ardsley road for Scarsdale residents only, as other communities have not met quotas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scarsdale
Popham Road
Ardsley Road
Scars Dalians Summer Visit Hint in The Inquirer
A nondescript tease suggests readers check The Inquirer for summer locations of Scars Dalians. The note hints travel plans or appearances with minimal detail and no names or dates.
Buick financing deal advertised by Brown's Buick
Generous trade in allowance as down payment and 12 monthly payments form the financing plan for a Buick. Brown's Buick service has 15 years of selling Buicks at White Plains N Y in this advertisement.
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Brown
White Plains
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Shaw
Man of Destiny
Sanger B. Steel
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Rollin Kirby
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Beulah Marie Dix
Jack Lawrence
the Inquirer
Village News
United States
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Gail Borden
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George B. Clifton
William A. Bassett
Hartsdale
Bronx Parkway
Claremont Avenue
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Henshaw
World Cooperation Campaign
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