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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1940
Page
15
In dull trading, U.S. bonds showed slight gains while Foreign issues were sparingly dealt. Major bonds led by government notes moved modestly, with several corporate issues and rail bonds showing fractional changes as the market processed mixed signals.
Two drivers named Schuyler collided at the Ingham Mills and Snell's Bush intersection yesterday. Burton Schuyler of Snell's Bush and Howard Schuylar of Endign Carte were northbound and collided with Rollie Rivers and Hiowsyd, causing rib and knee injuries. Both cars damaged. report filed with Acting Chief Francis Reardon.
John Lawless of West First Street named chair of Fulton Lodge 3 HP Inkster dinner and entertainment to be held Thursday at 6 in the south First Street temple. Assistants include Lakes Ley LeGrou Paul Kens Gerald Stoddard George Chesney Ann Wenndsk Leon Chetney Arbo Tenalugs Dr Ingalls and Fenton Smith. The lobster dinner is a key summer social highlight with Aluatek members and guests expected to attend.
Grain shipments to Oswego are due this week from the Algona Central Railroad. The steamship Algoway will bring about 222,000 bushels of Canadian wheat from Fort William Ontario, arriving late this week. The Algonair? ship Algeen arrived at the dock with 3817,000 bushels of Canadian grain discharged at 7 oclock. A household notice notes a preacher will deliver a sermon at State Street Methodist Church tomorrow.
Bond market activity on the New York Stock Exchange shows mixed quotes for U S government issues and corporate securities. The report lists high and low bids as traders gauge issuers and evaluate yields amid a busy trading day with several notable securities referenced.
Treasury ships vast gold reserves from New York to Fort Knox in armored trains and guarded vaults. Postmaster General Farley leads the operation as Europe bound bullion moves through the city. The plan aims to store about 5.1 billion dollars in Fort Knox, with security details and specialized transport arranged for the crucial transfer. Drake family reunion set for Stewart Park in Ithaca Sunday.
A court ruled the Million Trust Fund valid, confirming it was properly established for Laurence's children and charitable institutions. The fund was established by E. Emmains, former manager at General Electric's Schenectady works, for Yeon Hid Valle's son, with Laurence's heirs challenging the trust.
A tanker ran aground on a reef off the western entrance of the Garoups Denel as heavy currents hampered rescue efforts. Local campers reported swift St Lawrence River currents and leaking water in the engine room. The vessel lies about seven miles east of the area, with crews attempting to refloat it amid rough seas.
George Cattell of West Main Street was injured Thursday afternoon when his car overturned on a curve inside the city limits. He was driving a car belonging to Joseph Meyer of West Main Street, en route from Alyers to his employer on Fairfield Road. Collett was taken to the local hospital with a broken arm and a severe laceration to the right arm.
Andrew F Keough proprietor of the Carlton House Cape Vincent and Hotel Monticello Alexsardinan Ray sails to New York City for a major operation at the Actors Hospital to be performed Monday.
Swiss report details German efforts to relocate hundreds of thousands of French soldiers from occupied zones to border areas within unoccupied France. French authorities, already strained for food, struggle to feed the prisoners as camps at Surgeres Niort and St Jean d Angely report harsh conditions and chaotic transfers to the demarcation line.
A vivid circuit around Cayuga Lake guides travelers past Cayuga Village Auburn and Wells College through Union Springs and Ithaca to Robert Falls State Park. Explore historic sites including Indian ruins, the Wells College campus, Cornell University nearby, and the Seneca Falls area with scenic lake views and a proposed wildlife refuge. The route covers Route 90, Route 35, and scenic shore towns, with notes on Iroquois and Alleghany legends and the evolving Wild Life Refuge project along the way.
At a special town meeting yesterday, Town Clerk Merton Retaridgs announced Wheeler as road superintendent to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Lekoy Carpenter. Judson Worelér of Chitteranger Station was also mentioned in connection with the vacancy. Dec. 2, 1951.
Oneida July 27 Ned Seruin is recovering at his brother’s home from injuries after a fall from a barn. He sustained broken ribs a fractured left arm a broken nose and a crushed toe. The accident occurred at the Roberta home in Durharville.
Berlin reports that several scare poets prepared to immortalize Germanys victory over France and Belgium after tours of battles and lines including Verdun Liege Chateau Thierry Champagne and Artois. They interviewed field marshal Walterton Drauchitech at his headquarters as they were taken for rides to Wanks.
Herkimer unemployment office adopts a biweekly reporting plan to deter benefit fraud. Unemployed applicants must report twice weekly, with in person checks for those newly employed. The system mirrors Syracuse and Lewiston methods, using selected lists and card requests to ensure attendance. About 1,090 people are registered, with 900 receiving benefits, and weekly averages near dollars.
Iswego, July. The church picnic and church school event will be held this afternoon at Fair Haven State Park. Entertainment includes a toy ride for children, cabin cruises, and a family dinner sponsored by the Women’s Guild. Guild committee members are Mrs Merle Chancler, Mrs James Iden, Mrs Mary Johnston, and Mrs Merrie Carpenter. James M Lone is general chairman with A Williams in charge of transportation and Nelson B Helmes assisting.
Boulder July 27 Dr Paul Popenos director Withy Los Angeles Institute of Family Relations cites glamour as a principal cause of quarrels beginning after marriage. He notes many modern marriages fail due to glamour obsession and shifting roles, with broader concerns of adaptation and change discussed at a Colorado University conference on marriage. Daily Herald-Journal and Sunday American advertise home delivery options.
Funeral services are set for Sunday for Dr Charles Ellsworth Guthrie pastor at Shindey Church. He served as general secretary of Epworth League and was a representative in the Federal Council of Churches. He was superintendent of the Bulalo district and trustee of Semi French va** for planning.
Weather wirephoto describes tonight and tomorrow with showers and thunderstorms across Syracuse and the Northeast. It notes a broad low pressure area over the Midwest to the Atlantic, with heavy showers reported in New Orleans area and moderate to heavy rain across Utah and the Ohio Valley, plus cooler temperatures inland and variable winds.
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