25 Jul 1917
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Newspaper
Scarsdale Inquirer
Location
Scarsdale, New York, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1917
Page
1
Scar sdale residents are advised they need not call the Exemption Board to learn if they are drafted. The local board will notify individuals once Albany sends the quota, prompting appearance notices. People will receive three days notice before appearing before the board.
Wartime suffragists focus on war relief and food conservation activities while supporting equal rights. The piece argues fair-minded citizens should consider the purpose and value of ballots and participation in national affairs.
Fragmented OCR notes indicate 6 percent mortgages in Westchester County. The Real Estate Record discusses private lending for mortgages tied to valuable properties and notes increased attention to these loan options.
The article describes a bustling Bronx playground scene with families and children enjoying slides and ball games. It notes hot summer days, welcomed visitors, new benches, and upcoming field day plans aimed at fostering teamwork and individual growth.
The piece argues New York City will likely avoid heavy draft burden as many local men join naval and militia units. It notes room and lodging for troops, questions why in August recruits train nearby, and mentions training camps and Federal service as the war escalates.
Fragmented OCR text notes public concern over seed distribution by the government. Mentions high prices and delayed planting, urging better access and storage solutions for forthcoming crops.
The Scarsdale lake has been drained and restored by the Parkway Commission. Water appears clearer and reflections of trees are visible, reviving sensory impressions and suggesting a positive change for local scenery.
A lawn gathering at Mrs. F. H. Bethell’s home celebrates census takers from the Second Assembly District including Mount Vernon Pelham Eastchester New Rochelle Larchmont and Mamaroneck with Scarsdale participants. Mrs Frank Vandertip is to reveal the work of women in the war while a group photo for Mrs Bellin is planned. The event, under Mr Stil es and the Westchester Commission of General Safety, recognizes Tuckahoe interpreters led by Mrs S Sanford for State Military Census efforts.
The July meeting of Starsdale’s West Side Equal Suffrage Club gathered at Mrs. Wim. J. Henry’s Edgemont home with twenty five members and guests present. Mrs. Slaker of Scarborough spoke on What One Woman Has Done in Food Conservation offering practical canning tips and garden produce preservation. The group discussed Brown Bills discriminating against women and children, later vetoed by Governor Whitman. June featured military census planning in Greenburgh’s 16th Election District. Plans for August were to be announced in the Inquirer.
The Local Exemption Board for Scarsdale district with chairman John W Dickinson of Bearsdale and members John Franc Strauss Larchmont and Dr ge B Clark Artonic awaits word to begin examining exemption claims. It covers Mamargreek Harrison Scarsdale and North Castle townships with 457 registered subjects. Board aims to expedite processing and send notices three days before required appearance.
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