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Wilson of the Harlem Div.Opens New Railroad Station in BrewsterInterested Citizens Witness Formal Opening of Beautiful Railroad Station and Hear Speeches of New York Central Officials and Officers of County, Town and Village as Station Agent James Mur-ty Receives Key from Superintendent Wilson*Pair skies and flying flags were especially in evidence In Brewster, New York, on Friday morning, August 21, 1031, when at 0:30 eastern standard time Garrett H, Wilson, Superintendent of the Harlem, Putnam and Hudson Divisions of the New York Central Railroad Company, introduced to the assemblage on Depot Plaza by Mayor Reynolds, received the keys of the new passenger station from A. D. Duffle, District Engineer, of Albany, and handed them to Station Agent James Murty with the confident comment that they were in safe custody, as Mr. Murty’s, record of 45 years service substantially indicated. Mr. Wilson extended friendly and hospitable greetings to the citizens In his presence and assured them of the practical cooperation of the New York Central in the solution of problems effecting the village in connection with various phases of transportation.Mr. Murty made felicitous reply to Mr. Wilson and Included the opinions of his fellow citizens in his expressions of gratitude, pleasure and pride in the beautiful English Renaissance structure that lies on Main Street against Marvin’s Mountain. H. H. Vreeland. well known railroad magnate, of Brewster and New York City, H. H. Wells, President of the First National Bank, of Brewster, E. D. Stannard, County Treasurer of Putnam County and William S. Baker, Special Assistant to Vice President Personnel, New York Central Lines, all spoke briefly and spiritedly on the matters uppermost with minds ol those who had worked to accomplish the result, Jones-Plato Co. and Engineer Robert Knodel nad been appointed to perfect—the one story tapestry brick building, trimmed with cast stone and stucco, roofed with slate and adorned with a canopy on the track side.At noon-time the visiting officials of the New York Central were guests of honor at a luncheon given by representative citizens of the town, members of the Brewster Fire Department, public officials and others also enjoyed the occasion. Mayor Reynolds presided and rose from time to time to Introduce the speakers, all of whom exhibited their individual charms as various phases of the significant event occurred to them.It was Henry H. Wells, President of the First National Bank, who arose aa the cigars were lighted, told of his appreciation of the Railroad Company’s share in benefitttng Brewster and finished with a few favorite tales of Hadley and Elliott, reminiscent of the good old days. Rev. Murray H. Gardner expressed the hope that the future growth of Brewster would be in keeping with the impetus given by the New York Central, and Principal H. H. DonleyOfficials Present at the Opening of the New New York Central Railroad Station, Brewster, N. Y., August 21, 1931, standing from right to left H. H, Vreeland, Garrett H. Wilson, A. D. Duffle, George H. Reynolds, James Murty, Nor-borne P. Gatling, William S. Baker, C. B. Davenport stands at the Western Union Window. Photo by Charles Andersonsaid he would do all in his power to give the young (Jeople an understanding of their public responsibility.Superintendent Wilson expressed most graciously his appreciation of the hospitality of the people of Brewster. He paid fitting tribute to the late Oscar H, Marrtll, distinguished architect of the New York Central, who designed the beautiful building on Depot Plaza. Contractor Jones added comments along the same line, for it was he who with Engineer Knodel had the pleasure of interpreting the plans as builders.One of the happiest of spokesmen was William S. Baker of the Vice President’s Office, who recalled the sportsmanship of Albro Travis in managing the New York Central League and developing a fine spirit of friendly rivalry from Brewster to Albany. Mr. Baker expressed the hope he would have an occasion to return to Brewster, If the opportunity dallies, the people ol Brewster.will create one worthy of the attention of Mr. Baker, Mr. O'Brien, Mr. Leary and August Fieler, all received just praise for the services they perform in the Brewster railroad office.Mr. A. D. Duffle, District Engineer, C. B. Davenport, Chief of Signals, A. W. Seymour, Supervisor of Signals, all responded to the Mayor’s request for speeches in flashes ol wit incident to the dinner alone, and all received hearty applause.County Treasure^ E. D. Stannard re marked the railroad company simuli get a break und Supervisor J. H. Eks trom who followed him hewed to th same line. All were pleased to see tin G. O. P. family hang together.H. H. Vreeland, an old resident o Brewster, beloved of all in the com munlty he helped to build, and wel known in the railroad fraternity th' country over, gave a glimpse oi futur needs with particular emphasis on th parking problem which has long beei more or less tabled. He emphasized th need of cooperation between the Vil lage and the Railroad Company am urged the people of Brewster to earn cooperation beyond tire point of talk Mr. Vreeland, who has had much prac Ucal experience in the parking problen of congested centers in New York City and Westchester Comity, said, No on should park a vehicle in front of th station. Mr. Wilson in a further com inenl agreed with tills important fea lure toward relief of congestion ii Brewster.J. P. Dunne, Trainmaster of the Har lem Division, rose for a friendly fare well. He did not break up the party, bu realizing as others did the pressure o oilier demands declined with a smile u detain the guests longer.James Murty, who kept the wheel well oiled, returned to the new statioi with his superior officers to speed then on their way. So a good time was hai by all.
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Brewster Standard
Brewster, New York, US
Fri, Aug 28, 1931
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