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Boy Hero David Collins Receives City Honors For Ice Rescue
David Collins a St. Patrick’s School third grader saved a chum from drowning after Dennis Curtley fell through thin ice on the Hudson River. Mayor John J. Aheri presented a trophy, wristwatch, and theater party tickets at a Junior Chamber luncheon. Fire Chief Carl A. Smith provided the ride, with support from Rev. Adelard E. Bouchard and others. The Junior Chamber plans to nominate him for the Carnegie Medal. David is the son of Edward and Mrs. Collins of 805 River Street. The Woodlands Cemetery trustees and officers were also announced at their annual meeting.
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David
Collins
Ig Inne
Huon
Satan
Aland Zak
Chamber Ofles
Ommierce
Carl A. Smith
John J. Aheri
Hendrick Hudson
Wag
Dennis Curtley
Second Avenue
Dennis
Meni
Dénnis
St. Patrick’s School
John’ L. Thompson & Co
Coca Cola Co
Troy Theater
Cahill
Freihofer Baking Co
Edward F. Collins
River Street