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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1946
Page
3
Fragmented obituary notices record a multi page set of funeral details. Names such as Beath, Alice Doyle, William Redeon, Earl and Anna Hettiheimen appear with relatives and dates. The clippings mention burial at Grimes Cemetery and arrangements by local funeral homes, with multiple addresses and times across August.
Seven people were injured in multiple traffic crashes around midnight in Onondaga town. A car plunged 20 feet into a ravine on Wellington Road near Card’s Corners, three occupants thrown loose. Deputies cut a path through underbrush to reach victims. Injured included Robert Tay 17 Philip Hay 15 Richard Johnson South Onondaga and others. Officers cited reckless driving and equipment issues. The wrecks spilled into Onondaga General Hospital and University Hospital for treatment.
Postal receipts in Syracuse for July totaled 201997 dollars, up about nine percent from 185779 dollars in July 1945. American and Colonial Air Lines moved 4968 pounds of mail through Syracuse, reflecting a strong month for regional operations.
Veterans should contact the County Veterans Agency in the Veterans' Building at N. Salina and James for admission to two emergency colleges opening this fall at Sampson and Plattsburgh. Director Harvey S. Smith notes early action is needed as colleges start next month. Freshman liberal arts and business administration courses are open with transferable credits within New York State. Sophomore courses will be added in 1647.
Onondaga County primaries will be held on daylight time or standard time depending on each community’s observance. Attorney General Nathaniel J. Goldstein ruled that primaries must follow local time practice, daylight time where adopted and standard time where not.
A compiled obituary roundup covering Albert H. Smith of Beaver Falls and Chicago, Henry Landers of Brewerton, Miss Bessie G. More of Cortland, Mrs. Anna Ritz of Syracuse, Mrs. Emma Frost of Fulton, Mrs. Pansy H. Manzer of Liverpool, Mrs. Ruth Williams of Camillus, and related funeral arrangements. Includes survivors, service times, and burial details across multiple towns and churches.
State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation and fire underwriters agents opened a detailed inquiry into a late Friday night fire that heavily damaged a Baldwinsville home. Owner William Moray was questioned as investigators noted the attic origin and reported $2,000 in cash hidden in the house. The Buckeye State fire department fought the blaze, with no cause yet released.
Representative Clarence E. Hancock of Syracuse, a retiring Republican, capped his year in the House by presiding over the final moments of its last session. The honor drew applause from Republicans in a Democratic led chamber. After a brief rest he plans to join the firm Hancock Dorr Ryan Shove. His brother Stewart F. Hancock is a key member of the firm, with Hancock families officiating since 1873.
A man identified as Wham H. Smith, 42, of Sul Sul Clinton Il, died at 7:30 A.M. at Crouse-Driving Hospital from an apparently self-inflicted abdominal wound after slashing himself around 6 A.M. He spoke of distress and recent moves, told detectives, and was found by a night watchman. Coroner to conduct an investigation as officials review his recent actions and residence changes.
John A. Kinney warns shoppers after a Syracuse woman was swindled of 178 in a confidence game. Detectives tie the case to a nationwide syndicate led by a group of women. Victim was approached in a downtown store by a Black woman claiming a purse with 500 existed then involved a second woman. The trio promised to share 3000 more found in a hidden pocket, but required collateral and disappeared with 178.
Major Heritage travels from Syracuse to New York seeking his wife Mary Kearney Heritage who vanished in Chicago on June 23 after leaving their home. Police believe she did not remain in Chicago. Hotels and rooms were checked and luggage, jewelry, and a watch were recovered, with uncashed $5,000 found at her mother's home. Heritage urged patience for news as police continued inquiries.
FPPWARD GORDEN, 51, suffered rupture of his right eyeball and removal by surgeons at Memorial Hospital after an attack by two men who invaded his room at 903 E Washingto n st Friday night. Gordon’s home is 36 William st Buffalo. The assailants took 89 cents. Detective Alfred Fredenburg and Detective Thomas Rei investigated. William Morehouse, who slept next door, awakened by a door slam and saw Gordon’s condition, prompting a call for help. Dr Theodore Rosen examined Gordon and found eye removal necessary.
Mrs Rose Doyle Crim of Cudahy Wisconsin died Friday while visiting her sister Mrs James E O'Brien of 1132 West Colvin Avenue Illinois. Funeral services set for Monday at 9:00 a.m. at P A O Nell Funeral Home and 9:50 a.m. at Saint Anthony of Padua Church. Burial at Saint Agnes Cemetery. She was a Syracuse native, daughter of George T and Marie Hart Doyle. Survived by husband Irving T Crim, son George I Crim of Rochester, and a sister Nis Wil.
Adam Thom an Onondaga leader known as Wampum Keeper for six nations died at 1 A.M. in Crouse Irving Hospital from injuries from July 1 when he fell from a barn roll while haying on the reservation. Funeral services Tuesday at 10:30 A.M. at his home and 11 A.M. at the Onondaga Indian Reservation Council House. Burial on the reservation. Survived by wife Nellie May and 3 sons 6 daughters 22 grandchildren 4 great grandchildren.
Dr John L Morrison formerly an instructor at the University of Nebraska who holds a Ph D from the University of California has been appointed instructor in the department of forest botany at the New York State College of Forestry.
Local notices list fatalities in the Syracuse region including Bee Pemesaa Mecee and Sia aren Peceis with brief mentions of their passing and associated funeral details. Additional names include Mung Biedy and Peirglan danear tak with limited biographical data provided.
Several delegations to the United Nations Security Council indicated they would oppose a showdown on Albania's application for UN membership after the membership committee had discussed all applications. The United States and Britain urged two phase work with discussions and voting while Russia's stance remained uncertain.
Secret Service reported an alleged self-proclaimed executioner is held for grand jury action on charges of threatening President Truman. The fiscal year report ends June 30 and provides no names, places, or dates.
Helena G Hoyt acting director is slated to be named director of the Municipal Recreation Commission. The commission voted for a promotion examination rather than an open one, making only department members eligible. The action awaits Civil Service Commission approval.
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