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Newspaper
Palladium Times
Location
Oswego, New York, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1959
Page
9
Oswego launches a membership drive to revive a city concert series for 1959 60. Volunteers canvass for memberships to fund at least three concerts, with revenue enabling promised national talent. Fans gain access to top artists through a subscription program that aims to enrich community culture.
Oswego's Ames Iron Works announces retirement of long time vice president and general manager Albert Bradley. J Earl Murray succeeds him to lead the firm founded in 1853. Community hopes for continued growth amid plans for new products.
The Baltimore Evening Sun column argues that luxury passenger ships remain profitable and in demand despite jet travel. It notes Britain, France, Italy, and the United States pursuing new fast liners, with focus shifting to speed and comfort over sheer size. Britain fears being left behind in the race for sea passage.
Dr Brady invites signed health questions for his column but will not diagnose individuals. A discussion on tonsillectomy criticizes the operation as malpractice and promotes tonsillectomy in children as inadequate while adults may benefit from diathermy. The page includes Q A on rheumatic risk from smoking and coffee, dietary advice, and a vaccination query, with requests for a 35 cent reply booklet.
A reader panel discusses health and vaccination while two correspondents debate conscientiousness in general health. The exchange mentions diversions for stability, exercise benefits for those unable to walk far, and aims to calm nerves with moderate daily activity.
In Newburgh a six month old, John Kelly Ross, was rescued from a second floor apartment by Weldon Underwood, a 28 year old minister, who crawled along a window ledge to reach the child as flames cut off escape. Firefighters helped him bring the baby to safety as flames spread in the unit.
Donald Varney 23 of Glens Falls was sentenced to 90 days in jail for stealing a bicycle. He asked to say a last word to his wife, who stood alone in the rear of the courtroom, then strode past her and out the door. He remains missing.
A religious note cites Romans 12 21 urging believers to respond to evil with good through steadfast faith and moral conduct. The message emphasizes turning from vengeance toward constructive, virtuous action as a practical creed.
Miss Carol Connelly announces a training school in outdoor cookery for leaders from 59 units in Oswego County with sessions at Selkirk State Park Foster Park Fulton and Phlip Park Constantia. She outlines a balanced menu and kabob methods plus a s'mores dessert and provides catering tips for charcoal grilling and bread options.
Hannibal Central School held kindergarten pre registration for the 1959 60 year at the Fairley building. About 90 children arrived with parents to meet teachers and view parts of the program. School officials note roughly 30 children remain unregistered and urge guardians to submit data blanks by June 19 as Open House is planned for May 27.
Special recognition events honored mothers at Redfield churches on Sunday. Wesleyan Methodist named Beulah Randall as oldest and June Ouderkirk as youngest, with Shirley Clark and Elizabeth Smith as mothers with most children present. Parish youth attended a Baldwinsville rally on May 16. Families hosted include Pratt of Watertown and Adsit family of Pulaski, with Gordon Adsit in Germany with the Second Armored Division. Orchard Hill cottage opened by James O Connell. Linda Jean, first grandchild, born April 19. Redfield Slone Demonstration unit to meet May 20 for a business session.
Tony Bettenhausen veteran racer and 1951 and 1950 national big car champion suffered a painful, noncritical crash at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Dr. C B Bohner said he had a cut nose, was severely shaken, but had no apparent fractures and remained conscious. Bettenhausen, 42, from Tinley Park Illinois, has survived 27 prior wrecks in a long career prior to World War II.
Oswego Palladium Times announces status as official newspaper for Oswego County and details subscription rates by mail and carrier. Lists corporate officers Clarence Leighton Thomas Cloutier and others, advertising agencies, and Associated Press membership with notices on accuracy and reader input.
A prayer honors all who serve in the armed forces and their families on Armed Forces Day. It asks for divine protection, training, patriotism, and devotion to God and country, wishing that service helps defend freedom and hasten global peace.
In Washington and London observers note the White House has shown propriety in Britain’s internal politics while privately preferring a Macmillan reelection over Labor leader Hugh Gaitskell. Anglophone correspondents report Labour’s Bevan opposes nuclear tests and bases, complicating U.S.-Britain ties.
A parent may qualify for Social Security deceased son benefits if dependent on him for at least half of support at death. A 1958 law change means surviving spouse and children do not affect eligibility.
The National Risers and Harbors Congress urged completing a survey of needed improvements to the New York State Barge Canal system. At its annual convention windup the group also urged federal construction of 2¢ waterway projects costing about 244 million dollars. It backed finishing a survey of entrance channels to the Port of New York.
In a remarks-filled duplicate bridge match at North dealer, all 13 tables used the same cards yet yielded diverse outcomes. North-South pursued hearts or clubs to slam, East-West aimed for five or six spades with frequent doubles, and a standout defense beat a six heart contract. A bold spade lead from West set the tone for a high-class defeat, preventing a vulnerable slam.
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