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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1948
Page
3
Air field in the United States plans a premier radar network upgrade. Major Oldfield oversees the project while guards and engineers from multiple units join the effort. Training and funding details are tied to spring facilities upgrades at Hanegels Fletly and Gevesneene expense.
Cash contributions totaling about 200 dollars were received by the Christmas Bureau. The organization also expects additional in kind gifts such as dolls from New York Telephone Company and the Sycamore Truss Company to be distributed to needy families through central registration and allied welfare agencies.
Central High Club showcases a program featuring solo acts by Richard Dades a tap by Grace Janocsko and Babaie Currier, comedy by Jerry Dwyer and colleagues, with musical numbers by Maria De Santis and Billy Eason. The event closes with a Central German Band opening the phase and a finale led by Ted Brown.
Mrs Hollis Mahler Jr of Cicero was reported in improved condition at Onondaga General Hospital after taking about 150 sleeping tablets in what investigators believe was a suicide attempt. State troopers were summoned when she made a referenced remark during a call to her mother. The hospital staff provided Bracaid and Holmine as part of emergency treatment.
Hill Chapel will stage the annual Christmas pageant tomorrow night at Hendricks Chapel in Saskatoon. Mary and Youth roles will be played by local cast members, with Callahan Zula Whit and Davia Allen among the performers.
A woman was found murdered at a residence with her throat slit and a knife nearby. The scene on the stairs revealed three children asleep, Janet eight Louise six and Edward, with the killer unidentified. Suspect Smith, an Indian, had recently transferred from Grandaga Penitentiary after an assault charge and other warrants. Authorities pursue leads as deputies investigate the grisly killing.
Federal court in Syracuse considers final report of trustee Benjamin Tilton in Oneida rail property bankruptcy. Ulterior proceedings seek discharge of Tilton as trustee and approval to dispose of funds and assets. Persons with interest must appear at 10 AM January 10 to show cause why report should not be approved and debts discharged.
A Supreme Court jury awarded Howard R. Smith of Ithaca Lake $1306 in a damages suit for false arrest against Ithaca businessman Alshir State, proprietor of an Ithaca electrical supply. Smith was arrested after a bad check for 4098 from Floward Smith of Preble. The Otisco man was jailed on Cedar Street March 2, 1986, but the mistake was later recognized.
A Syracuse gathering led by Syeneuse elie and Velialous discussed alleged indecent comic books and called for action to remove objectionable titles. The meeting, attended by 30 people from multiple organizations, named Mrs. Lewis C. Pyke and others for proposed measures, including distribution controls and a list of acceptable books.
Police request next of kin for crash victim, identified as Harvey Tomas, killed in a May automobile accident near Ogden Bure. Brother Bert Pharas is reported in serious condition at Early Menburn Hospital.
Mrs Farr reports growing adoption issues as lawmakers consider agency supervision reforms. Her committee notes many cases involve informal placements and court actions when adoptive or natural parents clash. Judge Yehle cites a 76.5 percent rise in adoptions approved in 11 months of 1948, with 28.3 percent protected by agency oversight.
The St Torn school will present a Christmas play and music program at 3 PM tomorrow in the Museum of Fine Arts. So They Came to Bethlehem features two parts with an angel’s chorus and a verse chair. The high school orchestra also appears. Cast includes Jamesin Comings Helen King Carolyn Nortz Car Hemmer William Cling Marjoria Moyer Richerdle Mullin Elizabeth Gladalezewski Thomas Higelne Robert Gremen Tiara Ceetae Welle Theadore Famoi sti Sosepha rsmith Alp Nelson and Robertt Peetla.
Berry named to high state bar post in Albany as executive assistant to New York State Bar Association. duties align with former assistant to the president. A Cornell Law graduate and Syracuse University alum, Berry hails from Ungham High School and engaged in local law and Scout activities. member of Onondaga County Bar Association and Citizens Club.
At a Los Angeles meeting of the Central New Chapter Empire State Association of Public Accountants, Arentel Tahon of Merchants National Banks & Trust Co spoke on bankers’ expectations from accountant reports and the value of consistency and confidentiality in client relationships, urging uniform statements and clear presentation.
The estate of slain victim Jethy Mra is valued at $1,000 with no other details clear. Willie Smith, husband of a witness, was charged with first degree murder in relation to the shooting at 360 Cedar Street on November 2, as authorities pursue the case and await the grand jury decision.
SGT Donald D. Teals of 488 Manthixst East Syracuse is honored as the descendant of Civil War Gen George B. McClellan. The Army base visit featured the Lincoln-Lee papers. Teals earned the Combat Infantry Badge, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Croix de Guerre with Palm among other decorations. He served five years in the First Infantry Division and rejoined after a brief discharge.
Chief of Police John A. Kinney urged extra driving care as heavy snowfall blanketed the area. He warned of numerous accidents and injuries from slick roads and urged motorists to slow down, use snow chains if needed, clear windshields, and ensure headlights work. He called for cautious driving to prevent crashes and injuries.
County Park and Regional Planning Board announced that no further orders will be accepted for the fifth annual Christmas tree project from the Highland Fabius yard. The sale runs through Monday December 20 with the rear yard closing afterward. Charles F. Ames stated the program will stop due to high demand and limited stock.
The Daniel Zoone District of the Onondaga Bar Scout Council held a ceremony at St Porter School auditorium. Leonard Hayes of Troop 33 earned an Eagle Scout badge while his troop received the troop award. Life, Star, and Star Scout honors were presented to multiple scouts including Lawrence Hall, Anthony Lapio, Willlem J Button, Daved Wooley, Sarance Wiles, James Literstore, James White, Thomas Weite, Herry Angeleker, James Robertson, and Stanley Crawford across Troops 2, 22, 25, 33, 76 and others.
Formal installation ceremonies were held last night at Hotel Onondsza for the Ta Zaca chapter of Tau Delta Phi Fraternity. Present were Kennetalez, chapter president, Prof Lewly C. Crew in, director of men's housing at recuse Uversity, and Al John, Off President of the Latralrater yp Council.
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