Summary
The March 1973 Beaver Beacon announced a St. Patrick’s Day program for March 17 at Beaver Haven Marina, followed by a 5:30 p.m. Holy Cross Altar Society turkey dinner. The April follow-up reports that the program occurred, with children’s games and hunts, prizes for participants, and $369.80 in donated proceeds from the dinner.
Evidence and limits
The March article is an announcement and the April article is a retrospective account. Neither provides a formal proclamation, complete attendance record, or full financial accounting.
Sources
- Beaver Beacon, March 1973, “St. Pat’s Day.”Announces noon hot dogs and hot chocolate at Beaver Haven Marina, games for first through sixth grades, a treasure hunt for older students, a scavenger hunt for all ages, and a 5:30 p.m. Holy Cross Altar Society turkey dinner with a freewill offering. The notice is a program announcement; the April issue is needed for results.
- Beaver Beacon, April 1973, “St. Pat’s Day.”Reports the March 17 program as completed after ice-free harbor conditions altered the prior year’s activities: the Civic Association served food, children played games and hunts, named winners received prizes, and the Holy Cross dinner raised $369.80 in donations. It does not provide a full participant list or financial accounting.