Fire at Solvay Plant Causes Minor Damage
A fire at the Solvay Process Co. plant caused limited damage to a dry warehouse storing cement bags insulating blocks and cardboard containers. Fire crews from three companies, under Chief James Costizan, controlled the blaze within 45 minutes after discovery by a plant guard. No explosion occurred and damage was deemed relatively small.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Soha Process Co
Esky
Senna
Syracuse
Aarm
George MacPherson
Solvay Sremen
James Costizan
Ute Warenurse
MacPherson
Melrose Avenue House Hit By Lightning During Severe Storm
A Melrose Avenue home of James F. Sanciff, 116 Melrose Avenue, was struck by lightning and a pane shattered as Robert Jones, at 102 Stewart Street, was cut by a window. Two cars plunged into a ditch on Champlain Drive amid 0.35 inch rain and 30 mph wind gusts. Dozens of accidents occurred. wires down on Le Moyne Avenue and other streets. police transmitter down until 9 PM disrupted communications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stramuse
James F. Sanciff
Mel. Fose
Ezarming
Robert Jones
Stewart St
Onondaga General Hospital
Champlain Dr
LeMoyne Av
North St. Stratford St
Fire at Camp Tree Near Moravia Suspected Bolt Cause
A tree struck by lightning near Camp Oneida at Eaton Brook Reservoir sparked a fire that damaged no buildings. Moravia Fire Department led by Chief Russell Adams fought the two hour blaze, containing it with 400 gallon booster tank and a 46 foot ladder. No injuries reported while campers and staff remained for the session. Carlton M. Straub joins staff as assistant to the camp director and village leader for the remaining weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lakird
Moravia
Russell Adams
Oneida
Eaton Brook
James
Carlton M. Straub
Cazenovid
Driver Arrested For Hitting Dog In East Syracuse Case
Deputy Andrew Hoffman arrested Charles A. Goodfellow of Oneida on a charge of leaving the scene after striking a dog with a truck near East Syracuse. Goodfellow, an Order of the Arrow member, pleaded not guilty. Bail set at 50. trial scheduled for August 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William
Oneida
Charles A. Goodfellow
Andrew Hoffman
Wava Hicks
Deiwitt
Goodfellow
Order of the Arrow
Hicks
Jrand
Igoodfeliow
Justice of the Peace
John Kelp
Syracuse
Deputies Arrest Traffic Violator in Reckless Driving Incident
Deputies Clarence Walker and Arthur Kasson arrested a traffic violator last night on charges of reckless driving and operating without a license. The suspect, Baer, backing up on Mattyav, crashed into a pole then crossed the street, striking the east end of a house at 715 Maityav Avenue, causing considerable damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Depties
Clarence Walker
Arthur Kasson
Baer
Mattyav
Maity’ Av
Pre Trial Hearing Set in Firearms Case Malpas Order
Frank P. Malpas signed a pretrial examination order in a firearms case. Rochard C. Rolfe, now in New York, alleges pay disputes with employer McNett. Rolfe faces $500 bail and returns for exams in August. Irving Devorsetz defends. testimony may explore alleged $100 weekly pay and two months’ service. Ehren of espionage details given at Lions Club luncheon by Emerson Laughland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sueree Court
Frank. P. Malpas
Weti Egal Weisste
Rochard C. Rolfe
Ofirearms
Lee Bowman
S. State
Suilty
Truman H. Charles A. McNett
G. C
Irving Devorsetz
McNett
Rolfe
New York City
Derby preparations and crowd welcome at Schiller Park
Syracuse officials oversaw Derby day activities with Deputy Chief Arnold and Lt Beahy inspecting the course while Parks Commissioner Barry supervised crowd-friendly preparations. Volunteers and spectators filled the park as Derby enthusiasts gathered, inspecting varied car designs and awaiting heat results and prizes for design, brakes, upholstery, and construction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Syracuse
Costello
Bntnes
Schiller Park
Derby Course
Linmt
Greenberg Named Mayoral Candidate by ALP in Onondaga
Harold J. Coon, assistant superintendent of schools, announced Sidney F. Greenberg will be the American Labor Party candidate for mayor. The party nominates 24 World War I veterans scholarships to aid study at approved colleges or trade schools in Onondaga County. Applicants number 139. results to be issued by the State Education Department in Albany.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold J. Coon
Su- Sidney FH. Greenberg
Perntendent
New York
Syrai
Hey Greenberg
Congress
Regents
Apfaut
State Education Department
Albany
Plea For Palsied Children Advocates Vocational Training
Dr Maurice H Fouracre of Buffalo urged education for cerebral palsied children to match abilities not disabilities. He called for testing, guidance, placement aid and meaningful vocations so handicapped youths become self supporting. Additional speakers included public health and social work officials. The workshop continues Monday.
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Maurice H. Fourjacre
Buffalo
Syracuse Association For
Fouracre
Department of Education
Sbuffalo
Teachers’ College
Shelass
Louise Hayward
State Bureau of Medical Rehabilitation
Hester Crutcher
Bureau of Social Work
Church Will Share Hollister Estate
MISS MARGARET L. HOLLISTER, longtime Salina teacher and former resident of Salina, died in St. Joseph Michigan at age 30. She wills her estate to the First Presbyterian Church sharing with relatives and nephews to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret L. Hollister
Nie
Fr. Presbyterian Church
Nieaes
Miss Hollister
Salina
St. Joseph
Mich
Karolyn Gurney Engaged to Wed Thomas R Stone
Mrs. Marquente Gurney of 243 EB Tenth Street announces the engagement of her daughter Karolyn to Thomas R Stone, son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Stone of 08 W Senecast. The wedding will take place Aug. 13 in St. Pauls Catholic Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marquente Gurney
Tenth St
Karolyn
Thomas R Stone
Raymond Stone
Senecast
St. Paul’s Catholc Church
Accounting Study Tied To Current Problems
The Syracuse Chapter of the National Association of Cost Accountants announces a 1949 study course to address present conditions. Sessions run Sept 25 through Nov 16 at University College, featuring speakers from Onondaga Pottery, Carrier Corp, American Register Co and more. Registration by Sept 5 for non members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Syracuse
National Association of Cost Accountants
Lifc
Ralph J. Sheely
Bernard J. Whitbread
Robert J. Tye
Standing
Raymond B. Murphy
Ken 2 Dubard
Hs. BD. Supder
Shea C. Rich
Fuseph
WV. Mhecio
Ezlph J. Sheeler
Walter
Crouse-Hinds Co
Oet
Howard Pellenz
B. J. Whitbread
C. Smith
Corona
Onondaga Pottery Writers, Inc
Material Co
Joseph V. Sessions
Metro
Airesoled Moters, Inc
University
Manufacturing Expense College
S. McBride
Clothing Workers Picnic Set for Suburban Park Outing
Amalgamated Clothing Workers announce a picnic next Saturday in Suburban Park. Patsy Parenu leads the committee with Stanley Valeti and James De Gregory. Edwyn E. Raufeman, Alfred Romeo, and Carmen Man Ness manage events, with John Spiros and Confectionery Factory Work by Kaupe handling refreshments. The First District now includes New Jersey and New York locals, with buses departing Amalgamated Hall at 10 AM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patsy Parenu
Baakefsm
Stanley Valeti
James de 5 Gregory
Edwen E. Raufeman
Alfred Romeo
Carmen’ Man Ness
John Spiros
Kaupe
Refreshmenziers Union
al Bucco
Dominick
Tamharda Ancil
New Jersey
New York
American Federation of Labor
Three Police To Patrol City Parks
Three officers join the Parks Department to patrol city parks and curb vandalism and loitering. The plan, announced by Parks Commissioner Kinney, includes a night beat in the West area and extending foot patrols downtown and in residential zones after officers complete training.
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Parks Department
Cres
Iran
Kinney
Wes
Six Hurt In Series Of Car Crashes
Six people were injured in multiple automobile crashes yesterday. Robert H. O'Brien, 20, of 220 1Mark Ave, is treated at Lee Memorial Hospital for brain concussion after his car overturned on Pelionatexicord between Looris Corners and Palermo. An additional bus car collision at Shonnard and Oswego streets left three with minor injuries. Patricia Brody, 7, of 231 Param Street, suffered chipped front teeth and was taken to University Hospital. Patricia Gibson, 8, of 103 Onox, was treated after being struck by a car while riding a bicycle near Onondaga Avenue. Lawrence Derigo, 14, of 506 E. Raynor Ave, injured after walking into a car on E Adams Street. Authorities named Undersheriff Jonn Mayne and Patrolman John Brolan in the reported investigations.
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Robert H. O'Brien
Lee Memorial Hospital
Fulton
Looris Corners
Palermo
O'Brien
Jonn Mayne
Shon |Nard
Oswego Sts
Patricia Brody
Param ‘St
Roberts Walrath
Carlton Rd
John Brolan
University Hospital
Walrath
Robert Vuillemont
Lawrence “Derigo
E. Raynor
Bernard Ivenbaum
Madison St
Ivenbaum
E Adams
Townsend St
County 4 H Club Contests Ended in Safety Week
Onondaga County 4 H club safety and fire prevention contests concluded with National Farm Safety Week. Top reporters on farm safety hazards earned trips sponsored by Syracuse Automobile Dealers Association. Fred Hencle and Stuart Balijard announced prizes from Farmers Cooperative Insurance Association covering Clay Camillus Lysander Van Buren areas.
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Onondaga County
Feld
Syracuse Automobile Dealers Association, Inc
Stuart C. Baljlard
Farmers Cooperative Insurance Association of
Clay
Camillus, Lysander and
van Buren
Fred Hencle
Judge Suspends Thief Sentence In Local Plea
Dr Hedwig Fischer reported a theft on 3303 Almond Street involving a $5 wheel from Dennis McCarthy. Judge Truman B Preston suspended the sentence after Francis Quinn, 35, pleaded guilty to petty larceny in Police Court. Patrolman Francs Carroll investigated the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hedwig Fischer
James Si
Francis Quinn
Almond Sr
Truman B. Preston
Quinn
Dennis McCarthy
Exie Bhd
Francs Carroll
Carl R. Cook Retires After 38 Years With D L &W
Carl R. Cook of 28 Dufinest ends his long run as conductor of the Delaware Lackawanna and Western Railroad. Known to friends and passengers as This Sheciit he served 23 years with the Lackawanna and retires Friday. He and Mrs. Cook will live in Miami Florida after a six week sojourn in Plattsburg. Cook began as a trainman in Iowa and long served the Syracuse to Binghamton run. He was a key member of the committee that ran down AF in to Binghamton at night. The article notes his family, including son Williams and daughter Marion Heagle, and discusses broader themes about democracy and values.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl R. Cook
Dufinest
Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad
Cook
Nis
Sheciit
Lack Lawanna
Plattsburg
Iwaana
J Cameron Ralston
Syracuse
Charles
Retston
Marion Heagle
Hartiplazues
Williams
Couple Weds 60 Years Amid Salvation Army Service
Mr and Mrs William Pricel celebrate their 60th anniversary with a Salvation Army ceremony at St Luke's Episcopal Church. The couple, long involved in community work, were married in 1939. Their family includes Pyke and Mrs Pyke who have served as bandmaster and sorting volunteers at the men’s center.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Pricel
S. Warren_st
Nottingham
England
Hyorid
Ray Hufson
Rotacians
Salvationlig
Jefferson Park
Army
Sal- St. Luke's Episcopal Church
Udland Singer
S. State St
Maj
Frank _ Gaidenschuh
Pyke
S. Salina St
Annie Shaw
Salvation Army
Salvaton Army
Rev G C Stierwald Accepts New Post
The Rev George C Stierwald former curate at St Pauls Episcopal Church and two year Hornell rector becomes rector of St Stephens Gol eboro NC He is son of Mr and Mrs Frank Stierwald of 187 Durston as
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G.c.stierwald
George C. Stierwald
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
Hornell
Iwi
St. Stephen’s
Goléboro
X. C
Frank ‘F. Stierwald
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Terday
Lions Club
Onei Yeh
Attof
Mi Stories
Michaels
Countess Crane
Krisak
Benito Mussolini
Deen
Zandiord
Jitam Saitzeriand
Avier
Soap Box
ESR
Wook
Bunting-Drapeadr
Howard
Bo” Amos
TraVail
Amos Fis
Generat' S Electric Co
IWSYR
Ned
Bneap
Derby Hill
National Guard
Pine Camp
North Country
W. Onondaga St
Greenberg
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Church
Hollister
Karolyn Gurney
Whitbread
Amalgamated Clothing
James St
Chubby
Butternor St
Grant Blvd
Priest
Frank P. Malpas
Richard N. Groves
Harold A. Martinescu
Samuel L. Shu
Randolph
Cattaraugus County
New York State
Carl B. Cook
Lackawanna
D.l.&w
Rotary
Capone
Hosciuszko Fast
Americans Legion
Brancis Dweer
Robert E. Dwyer
Hall Av. Solvay
Naval Air Station
Norfolk
Ryh An
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