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Newspaper

Syracuse Herald Journal

Location

Syracuse, New York, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1940

Page

3

Three More Lives Lost In Syracuse Area Auto Crash

Syracuse and Onondaga County recount a deadly collision that killed a mother and child and injured several others. Police charged driver William Holsinger with criminal negligence after his sedan struck bystanders near a mailbox on a curve, with witnesses describing excessive speed. Victims include Rita Merluzzo, 9, and her mother, plus a boy and other injured bystanders. Fire and medical crews aided at the scene and at St. Joseph's Hospital. Further details quote officers and witnesses on fault and sequence of events.

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Driver Fined for 1937 Speed Charge in Utica

Vincent Riley a New York Central Rail road clerk walked into Police Headquarters and asked Traffic Court stenographer to locate his 1937 speeding arrest on East Geneser Street Aug 28 1937. Riley said he would renew his mobile operator license and hoped the arrest had been fixed. The ticket carried a warning he never reported to Traffic Court. Riley faced a $50 fine or 30 days in jail but chose to pay with a week to obtain the money.

Vincent Riley Utica Riley New York Central Railroad Patrick Walsh Jing Walsh Charles Vaitzer Sweitzer East Geneser Street Filer Harry J1. Farmer

Two Children Injured In Car Collision Near Boulevard East

Two children were taken to Syracuse Memories Hospital for treatment after a collision at Boulevard East and Peach Riot. They sustained minor cuts and bruises and were given first aid before further care.

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Five Finalists Named for Fair Queen Contest

Five finalists are named for the Fair Queen selection with confidence building toward a coronation at the upcoming Centennial events. Names include Marion Biationen, Jane Ryder, Gordyne Setewick, Bette Stelmer, and one more finalist from Syracuse. The winner will be announced at a formal ceremony at the Pavilion Garden Hotel Syracuse with officials presenting the royal party.

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Registration delays slow alien forms in Syracuse drive

Registration for aliens pushed by the Syracuse Post Office faces delays as printing and fingerprinting gear arrive late. Postmaster Edmund Weston warned central accounting of a shortage of supplies and a late distribution of forms, while McNamara urged language help for non English speakers and warned readers to await further notices.

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Jitterbug Contest Finalists Named for State Fair Finals

Finalists from Central New York and northern western and southern regions prepare to compete at the Casino Building on the State Fair grounds in a statewide jitterbug contest. Teams include Louis Patricia with Grace Manzi and others such as Jersey Jones with May-Mac Kensie, Vera Snook with berth Page, and Joe Gullo with Virginia Kanoza among several pairs.

Evelyn Caruso Michael Feremann Sophie Busa Rah Jersey Jones May-MacKensie Berth Page Vera Snook Lester Freeman Wilma Reschike James Nestica Evla Gallagher Joe Gullo Virginia Kanoza Carl Young Marioty Brown Sam Polis Ea Desimone Jane Wiley

Three Marine Recruits From Syracuse Depart For Training Station

The largest Syracuse Marine mobilization to a training station was announced by Maj. AL Simon. Eight recruits including Howard and Alvin Thomas, John S Mach, Charles E Kenna, Irving T Barrett, Patrick Bonacy, August Peris, and Steven Serdule were sent from Byrne to the Marine designation at the training camp. Also noted are enlistments of William Bryan and Johnny Conway. Rotary meeting featured Lesa the magician at the Onondaga Hotel.

Tan Syracuse Maj. AL. Simon Maine Recruiting Service Elmits Alica Byrne Howard and Alvin East John S. Mach Montour Falls Harles E. Kenna East Herkimes Irving T."barrett Patrick’ Bonacy August’Péris Steven Serdule Corning William 4. Bryan Ostrander Avenue Johny R Conway A. Mice Avene Salay

One Will Rule as State Fair Queen ek

A local pageant unfolds at the state fair with a single contestant vying for the queen title amid festival events. Organizers promise a lively showcase and public interest in the outcome.

Paulette Goddard Aged Suit With Father Winds Up

Paulette Goddard must answer her father Joseph R Levee’s libel suit by September 16 in Syracuse Supreme Court. Levee, a former gatesman, seeks $100 000 in damages and increased weekly allowance claiming financial hardship. The action centers on a magazine article about Goddard and her rumored relationship with comedian Charles Span bak monn.

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Gets 20 Days in Pen For Aluminum Theft Case

A man received a 20 day sentence in county jail after pleading guilty to stealing aluminum from a Wall Street area metal processing site. Prosecutors said the theft involved several large bars and caused minor damage to fencing. The defendant admitted involvement and was ordered to repay the value of the metal.

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