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Newspaper

Syracuse Herald Journal

Location

Syracuse, New York, United States of America

Date

Aug 20, 1940

Page

3

Three Youths Deny Stealing Cigarettes in Burglary Case

Walter Dublin of 52L Madi Street, and brothers Samuel McCullough of 413 Girard Street and William McCullough of 6 Montgomery Street, along with Charles Ford of 20, faced charges in Police Court for burglary and disorderly conduct after an alleged break‑in. The Grand Jury ordered they be held for Hills County Penitentiary. Dublin was later sentenced.

Bovie Walter Dublin Theywn Charles Ford Montgomery Street Sunday Herald- Dublin Daily Aid Bacon Renwick

Army Fliers Here Attack In War Game

Army fliers simulate an attack in a wartime exercise near Russell and St Daweetwe Cadat. The squadron reported a mock threat from a theoretical enemy, while observers tracked aircraft movements and threatened installations. Police secured access roads as night operations continued with reconnaissance and bomb simulation.

Russell Metropoliten Heinle Fay Niffer Jexancer Weisbirs Weather Observer Ermit Black Army Lawrence County PSSA Yederfiay Leng Fey Field

Five Injured In Overnight Car Crashes

Five persons were injured in automobile accidents in Syracuse overnight. Names and addresses appear garbled, but reports describe injuries ranging from cuts and bruises to possible arm injuries. Police recorded multiple collisions on North Clinton Street Herald, West Geneva Street, and surrounding avenues with victims treated on scene or taken to Sunnyside General Hospital for care.

Syracuse Merald Piqch Shaulney Peter Felaut Cogswell Avenue Satay North Cuiton Street Herald Pisco Eustace Haulll Robinson’ Street Waller Rawlll Sane Andress Frank Carwell Butternut Street Robert Simon Park, V Avenue Aeil Benton Isie Heloeure Street Géneate Norma Martin Ronail Avenue Sunn¢vee Heard B. Harvey Euerie Avenue Uoundaga Creek Boulevart Lefayette Va Avenue William Hudson Stortimer C. Hoolman Grace Street Marila Costells

Waldron Named New Manlius Headmaster

Waldron was announced as the new headmaster of Manlius succeeding the late Col. Gido Verbeck. Secretary Laughtin presented the appointment noting Waldron’s 18 years in education and his readiness to assume duties September 21.

Col Gido Verbeck Hee MiLoughlin Uurer Zea Laughtin Waldron Alice

Battery C Vets Gather for Reorganization Meeting

Former Battery C members from Fort Hamilton and Syracuse plan a permanent organization and reunions. John E Stapleton named president. Leon Reed elected secretary treasurer. Attendees include Mr and Mrs Reed and other associates. next meeting set for Sept 14 at Mr Wilhems home.

ALA 59Th Coast Artillery Mire James Barry Gerard Avenue Ohn E. Stapleton New York State Jcew White Srp Leon Reed KE Cannon Street Wea Mamed Amdllars Hettery Fort Hamilton SGQ Syracuse Bership Grou Ao Organization Reed Robert Cans J. Graham Barber James M. Barty Lawrence Bick

Power company files bond issue for securities sale

Central N power applies for bond issue with 6 268 shares of no par stock to Magara Hudson Power Corp and 102 percent notes. Proceeds fund extension and improvement costs. Sale covers 1963 to 2014 dates, issuer Washington York Syracuse area, security to Squibable Life Assurance Society.

Proceetta FTTH

WPA Acts To Rebuild Cortland Avenue Route

WPA crews began work on Cortland Avenue traffic corridor removing abandoned dresses tracks and reels and paving sections from South Salina Street to Midland Avenue. City Engineer Nelson F. Pitts noted two initial starting points near Raynor Avenue and the Midland Avenue end as they prepare to seal the old base and lay a fresh cement base tomorrow.

Cortland Avenue WPA Salina Street Midland Nelson F. Pitts Tse Bisa Raynor Avenue Midland Avenue Cuth Aurh

City to Complete Hard Surface Courts Council Plans Expansion

Commissioner William A. Barry announced completion of four hard surface courts in Thorndon Field and four in Mountain Oubanission, extending the program to provide hard courts throughout the city. He said parks will convert clay courts to hard surface to meet tournament needs, with Burnet Park pool construction underway and completion expected by Saturday.

Qrom Willam Thorndon F Nounteine Barry Aid Nealth

Mothers Club Holds Third Annual Outing

The Mothers Club organized its third annual outing with plans led by Ada Perry Allee Cowley and Mary Cahill. The Neighborhood Council board president and Day Nursery volunteers helped arrange activities and oversee program details at the event.

Mothers Club Ada Perry Allee Cowley Mary Cahill

Bison Novelty Company Theft Reported on Montgomery Street

A theft incident is reported at the Bison Novelty Company on Montgomery Street. A small amount of cash was taken, with limited details available on the suspect or exact time.

Bison Novelty Company Montgomery ‘Street

Hill History Instructor Sees Upheaval After War

C Grove Haines, a history instructor at S, warned at a luncheon that America must prepare for upheaval after the war. He argued that widespread social and economic tensions threaten democracy if policy errors continue and that a German victory could lead to a slave-labor economy through renewed armament. He urged vigilance against tolerating political radicalism and warned that failure to intervene could derange national stability.

Europe America C. Grove Haines Hatel Sora Ecomome Ms Haines Rendines

Council Sets Polling Places for November Election

City Council designates 458 polling sites for the upcoming November vote. City Clerk updates list from last year, noting only staff changes. Polling hours and ward district locations listed, including Belt Pasko 20 1 rage of Belt Pasko and East Adams Street addresses.

George HK Hunenck

Dickison Low Bidder On Erie Blvd Asphalt Project

Dickison topped the bids for Erie Boulevard resurfacing with a $29,278 bid to furnish asphalt. Commissioner August Smingler of the Department of Purchase announced the bid. Other low bids included Buckley Petroleum for gasoline and Byrne Construction for library roof work.

Dickison Erie Blvd Guy B. Dickison Erie Coulevard Teal Avenue August Smingler Buckley Petroleum Proficts, Inc Zalion Byrne Construction Company Syracuse Public Library I Dele Engineering Companist Mittajana Pare

Niagara Defense Co operation Urged

Buffalo August 29 F Edvean L Ballard municipal fire protection engineer urged closer police department cooperation to defend the Niagara frontier against sabotage. He addressed honorary mounted police and recommended immediate purchases of new rescue equipment and enrollment of emergency personnel and skilled workers for potential crisis response.

Niagara Defense Co Buffalo Edvean L. Ballard Ivogales Smuhdixte Niagara Frontier Lequad Ballard Depertivente

Pope to Broadcast to America on October 17

Vatican officials announced that Pope Pius XII will address the United States on October 17 in a broadcast. The message is part of a Catholic mission deemed a major effort to reach American Catholics and the broader public.

Pope America Vatican City Vatiican Todas Pope Pine X11 United States Mona

Fine or Jail for Street Kissing Policy Change

Belgrade street discipline tightens as a new law bans amorous deviations on public streets. Violation carries a 20 fine or 20 days in jail. If unable to pay, offenders face jail time. Authorities emphasize enforcement starting immediately in Yurorevle and Pelysade.

Belgrade Helsredie Yurorevle Aue Pelysade Tts Pefce Pogulzee

Westrick Heads to Germany From Japan via Russia

Wilmington announces Dr. Gerried A. Westrick, a well known tractor inventor, sails for Germany via Japan and Russia aboard the Japanese vessel Nita Meru. He travels with Mrs Westrick and aides including Baroness uved von Wagenheim, amid publicity about his Scarsdale residence and relations with prominent Americans.

Westrick Germany Japan Russia Wilmington Calif A. Westrick Washington Fred Peter Sloss Itd von Wagenheim Scarsdale Ind

FBI investigates mysterious death in Alaska steamer case

FBI agents continued their inquiry into the death of Benjamin Mozec’s wife, Mrs Moree, a United States marshal’s spouse, after questioning steamer crew and Alaska authorities. Her body was found drifting near Geneva on the Lake two days after the vessel departed Cleveland for Buffalo, with no results disclosed.

Cletcomman Amr Eeral Bureau of Investigation Loeday Nits Benjamin’ Mozec United Stater Mrshal Noms Alaska Moree Cleveland Senco Saar

Youth Killed by Auto Identified in Buffalo Suburb

Buffalo police identify 12 year old John O Connor of Butlerato killed when struck by a car at a suburban intersection. Driver Kamann, 7, faces criminal negligence charge. Mary Slonka, 19, walking with O Connor, also injured.

Buffalo John O'Connor Buttalato O'Connor Cameph Kaman Mary Slonka O'Connnon

Discharged commander amid failed Army physical exams

The article notes that Col. Kearney of the 208th and later 323 Brigade failed medical clearance and was discharged. General Brown cited retirement after examinations, with Col. Frank C. Vincent and others listed among officers eliminated from service. Unclear successor named among military spokesmen as Col. Orden J. Ross of the 9th Infantry is mentioned.

Kearney New Fee Us Distriet Vutorians United States First Army Surnern Bruklyn Troy Frank C. Vincent 108Th Infantry Regiment Brooklyn Lisut Willem Dares Secindy Cape Marvin E. Rahi Bat 245Th Coast Artillery New York City William Lochthen 151Th iPield ArtiDers Newburgh Pbicae Walter J. Caener

Hit run driver hurt man at Chenango road

A 77-year-old driver, James Vermette, is in Alice Hyde Hospital in a grave condition after a hit and run on the Chenango Eflenburg Road early Monday. Neuman J. White, 77, Ellenburg Depot, was arrested and arraigned for leaving the scene. Three other people injured when the road slicked on the Malone Fort Covington highway.

Speculo Disnate de Mole James Veremette Ceucubusca Alice Hyde Hospital Vermette Malone-Fort Covington

Family Holds 80th Birthday Dinner for Samuel Smith

Family and immediate relatives gathered at 312 Waverly Avenue to honor Samuel Smith on his 80th birthday. Born August 19, 1860 in Laanna, Pennsylvania, he spent years at Laanna and lately lived with his daughter Mrs. Bertha Patoul.

Samuel Smith Samuel Semith Waverly Avenue Smith Mr. Smith Roa Bishare Laanna Bertha Patoul Oneida’ Lake

Compromise Sought In Deadlock Over Transylvania Area

In Turnu Severin Romania August 2012 Romanian and Hungarian leaders seek government talks to break a deadlock over Transylvania. Spokesmen say negotiators remain far from agreement though some minor points appear settled. Delegations from both sides stay in Craiova and surrounding areas as talks continue.

Transylvania Turnu Severin Rumania Nebo Ilungary Sueatly Craive Mesmhite Umanian

IFilm Players Marry After Trial Wait

Hollywood reports that Mary Francis and Clayton Moore, both aspiring film players, married after a five month courtship. They communicated by clandestine means during a prior trial period and, following a final agreement, flew to Las Vegas for a quick ceremony yesterday.

iFilm Hollywood Mary Frencis Clayton Moore Dima Mire Francis Las Vegas Lev Ifiay

Purée Firm Secures Glass Order for Navy Yard Work

Officials of the TJ Atchison Glass Company secured orders for a run of glass items for the Navy Yard at Devneau? with work to begin imminently. The document notes daily and Sunday schedules and hints at stringent timing requirements for fulfillment.

T. J. Atchison Glass Navy Yards Devtameuith Tate Araié-Towrail Sunay

Fair Model Home Furnishings Award at the Fair

A readable fragment notes fair model home furnishings to be awarded during the fair week. It mentions entries for tone of the winner and that banks and purchase are available at the model home on the fair grounds.

Duralatingy Slaw Jess Gui

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