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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1946
Page
10
New York Central Railroad will cut the smoke nuisance in East Syracuse by 50 percent with a 29000 dollar electrically operated fly ash eliminator and other remedial measures. The eliminator began operation Tuesday New Year's.
Public schools close Friday afternoon for Christmas and reopen January 2. Arlington area tenants approve fire treated trees for Army Air Base housing and back Base Fire Chief Paul Coombs for safety. Cherry Rd district votes to add three classrooms at about $50 000 with completion by Sept 2, 1947. Board chair John Farnham announced.
Safety experts warn holiday celebrations risk many vehicle deaths and injuries unless drinkers change behavior. National figures show heavy drinkers and pedestrians are involved in a high share of fatal accidents, urging readers to abstain or designate a non drinking driver.
A dense listing shows a full day of meetings at venues including Hotel Syracuse and Onondaga, with 9:00 a.m. sessions for Metropolitan Life Insurance Co and New York Telephone Co followed by Ad Club and dinner events. The page also records marriage licenses and multiple birth announcements for December, naming couples and addresses across Syracuse area communities.
Parks Commissioner William A. Barry announced a 30 foot Christmas tree will be erected at the Army Base by week’s end. He said a site would be selected for the tree to be placed for veterans and their families at the housing project.
The Bureau of Building issued a permit today to Isadore Hayman for the erection of a 10 000 house at 122 Bradford Pkwy. The approval grants construction rights for a new residence.
John Nagle a 30 year old crane oiler at Syracuse Rigging Co. was crushed under a large crane at the company yard at Mattydale while oiling it. He died twenty minutes later at St. Joseph's Hospital from severe shock and neck injuries after a fellow worker pulled him free. Police reported the incident occurred at 9 A.M. and identified Phillip Jacko as the man who assisted.
Nowakowski sues Syracuse Fairview Inc alleging wrongful termination by Frank J Costello on motives tied to political campaigning against Governor Dewey. He seeks 10 000 in damages plus 15 000 exemplary and legal fees. The plaintiff notes loss of future employment prospects in Syracuse.
Workers and employers clashed at three hearings in Syracuse over the state's minimum wage law. Employers argued higher rates would worsen business in a recession, while employees said higher wages attract skilled workers. At Hotel Onondaga Lawrence Sincof claimed tips justify higher pay, and Local 150 reported a recent contract of 22 dollars weekly plus meals.
The letter from Barnes defends Nowakowski stating he was dismissed for exercising free speech. It notes Nowakowski and Riehlman backed opposite sides on Erie Blvd transfer to Richlman’s son-in-law and criticizes lack of veterans job training at a Tully bakery. The missive frames the dispute as a long-standing American campaign tradition and cites the mayor’s comment on adherence to the American way of life.
The mayor met with the Chamber of Commerce committee to outline steps to strengthen the fire department and reduce hazards. Costello said three new plumpers will be ordered in addition to three existing, and 23 men will be appointed Friday. He reviewed informal findings from fire marshal and building bureau inspections.
Parks Commissioner William A. Barry announced that Empire Airlines has suspended operations and moved out of Municipal Airport and is selling its furniture. He said this indicates the carrier is out of business and that several local employees have been dismissed. the line had only arrived in Syracuse on November 1.
Patrolman Frank Corbett investigated a Tuesday night incident at 130 Lawrence Street where Carmen Falco helped thwart a robber by startlingly appearing at the door. The intruder fled through a window after a radio was knocked from a table.
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