Bridge Dedication
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VETERANS MEMORIAL BRIDGE
The Gilmartin St bridge (The 3rd bridge) was replaced by a new bridge in November 2007 and was renamed the Veterans Memorial Bridge. The official dedication for the bridge was on November 11, 2007. But the ceremonial dedication was held on March 14, 2008 due to constant inclimate weather. Archbald Mayor Edward Fairbrother should be commended for organizing the festivities for the dedication. The dedication was most impressive. The distinction of being the first vehicle across the bridge was given to Cpl Herman Hinkle, a former U S Marine. His vehicle was a wheelchair. Cpl Hinkle witnessed the demolition and removal of the old bridge and the complete construction of the new bridge.
Archbald Mayor Ed Fairbrother at the podium. Front row left to right, John Gasper,Past State Commander,American Legion-Monsignor Bambera,St Thomas Church-Jack Altier, President Arcbald Council-Brian Burke, Council Member-Sam Bio, Council Member-Shirley Barrett, Council Member.
Archbald Mayor Ed Fairbrother at the podium and MSGT (Ret) James Murphy behind table.
Left to right, Bob Kashuba, Wayne Owen, Walter Petrosky, Myron Hennemuth, Ron Wojtkunski (saluting), Larry West.
Left to right, Ron Wojtkunski, Larry West, Bill Gilroy, Bob Hosie, Walter Petrosky.
John Chiartas, Michael Petronchak Jr and Jamie Nolan.
Former President of Council Joe (Roger) Daley, Pennsylvania State Representative Ed Staback, Past Council Member Bob Paone and Cpl Herman Hinkle.
Cpl Herman Hinkle cutting ribbon prior to opening of bridge.
Cpl Hinkle ready for run across bridge.
Borough Council President Jack Altier and Past Borough Council President Joe (Roger) Daley uncover plaque.
President of Council Jack Altier and Past President of Council Joe (Roger) Daley.
Archbald Veterans Memorial Bridge Plaque.