28 Nov 1963
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Newspaper
Scarsdale Inquirer
Location
Scarsdale, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1963
Page
1
Scarsdale joins the nation in mourning the assassination of John Fitzgerald Kennedy the 35th U S president. The editorial laments the act of violence praises Kennedy's leadership and urges a pledge to fight hate bigotry and intolerance.
Local churches and synagogues held special services over the weekend and Monday to remember President John F. Kennedy. Tributes were offered by Rev. Harvey B. Hoffman of Greenville Community Reformed Church and Rabbi Jack Stern Jr. of Westchester Reformed Temple.
The piece reflects on the nation’s shock after John F. Kennedy’s assassination. It honors his leadership and asks citizens to serve their country, highlighting the mourning period from November 24 to 25 and the call to uphold civic duty. The text emphasizes national unity, respect for the fallen, and the challenge to the new White House to restore faith.
A Washington message recalls the nation’s grieving period after a president’s death. It urges unity under a new leader, calls for public service and devotion to country, and quotes a January plea to lead with conscience guided by divine blessing.
The Rev Dr Hoffman recalls travel through dense clouds and reflects on a nation in mourning after the Chief of State is slain. He notes disbelief and a need for time to reveal the full reality while the world shares the sorrow.
The article reflects on a rabbi delivering a farewell for a respected leader, noting how eulogies often speak of a person not personally known yet familiar through family and public memory. It recalls the Kennedy era imagery of a figure standing against the wind, with a blend of youthful vigor and seasoned wisdom.
The Scarsdale Village Board revoked plans to develop a Chase Road parking lot and removed Lot 14 from park status. It deferred Chase Road lot use, approved station land parking plans with county exchange, and created a parking committee while studying eight months of traffic impact and other parking remedies.
The village of Scarsdale will pay Labriola Construction 152500 for Brewster Road relocation after an executive session. Final payment of 76562.09 was authorized, completing a dispute dating back to 1962 and a prior state court action. A full statement is forthcoming from the board's law committee.
Bard College professor Robert Koblitz pressed Scarsdale officials on disclosing their executive session agenda saying public rights demand access. Mayor Rogers refused, arguing private deliberations aid frank discussion while ensuring public actions follow.
Dave Brubeck Jazz Quartet appearance postponed to January 3 at 8 30 p m in the Scarsdale high school auditorium. CAC sponsors the event and tickets remain available through Mrs J P Charlap and Mrs Arthur Slate. The Cultural Activities Council formed in 1962 to bring unusual events to the community.
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