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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1940
Page
10
Flood warnings persisted as spillover from South Li Creek rose near Toul yesterday. Engineers monitored rising waters, with the Barge Canal report noting a rapid increase and possible overtopping as crews prepared for continued melt and unsettled conditions.
Probate filings reveal Melvin S. Getman restaurateur died March 24 leaving about $60,000 in cash legacies to relatives. Cousin Harry Stowell of Middletown receives 4000. daughter Mrs. Hed Begarty Stowell gets 1500. multiple named beneficiaries receive sums ranging from 300 to 11,000. Residue estate to be divided after debts and claims. value and exact allocations hinge on court settlement.
Invited guests for Universal's new film premiere in Syracuse include Willing Sergent, G Carleton Brown, Manny Nanheim, Willits Lundigan, Warner Brown, F. Robert Rubin, Ben Rarena, Jules Levy, and other former Syracuse figures. Gov Lehman and state officials will attend. Stars promised for the opening include Martha Ay, Ritz Brothers, and Allan Tunes. The event also features a special train arrival and preparations for a major municipal celebration in Syracuse history.
Four musicians were injured when a truck skidded into a wet roadway and wrecked early this morning. Driver William Whitaier, 28, fled the scene. the four patients were admitted to Geneva General Hospital after suffering head and spinal injuries in the crash.
A Worcester man and woman were in a drugstore at Est Genesee and Santa Monica when one suffered a medical collapse. They were taken to University Hospital Worcester for treatment. doctors suspected a kidney issue and considered surgery to correct the condition.
Police Sergeant Schug was injured yesterday while investigating a garage at 112 Delaware Street. He fell and dislocated his shoulder, was treated at Onondaga General Hospital, and is to return today for follow up. A garage at the same address sustained damage. no property damage reported elsewhere.
In Boston suburb a measurer of wood and bark accused Newton dealer Haworth Gould of delivering defective cord. Judge Francis fined Gould $25 and placed him on probation after testimony about yardage and illegal bulk figures. Willis Cougalin, the measurer, alleged mismeasurement and the case drew on accusations of fraud and regulated cord size.
A driver involved in a mishap with Dr. Clayton G. Ripley has his license suspended for four months. The case notes a charge of drunken driving and improper operation of a motor vehicle. Ripley was treated at Onondaga General Hospital after the crash.
The article describes heavy snow and rising floodwaters threatening Sprague and downtown, with plans for flood prevention and retention dams discussed by officials. It notes federal involvement, proposed state participation, and the city’s push to secure funds and damages coverage. Authorities consider a long term plan to protect residences and businesses.
Flood control plan from the White House was referred to New York State authorities for study. Senator James Aldian of Barlele visited the White House on the project, with reports indicating the plan may move to Congress if state review stalls. The New York Flood Control Commission approved the plan for further action, as federal legislation faces delays and a return to committee review.
Onondaga County Highway Department plans three visits to clear Olney Road as heavy snow blocks passage. Deputy Sheriff reports weather stalls work and warns residents of delays for farm and ham deliveries. County crews will run plow and maintain access to Howlett Hill area as storm continues.
Members of the Transit Employes Federal Credit Union gather tonight for the second anniversary observance at Tubbert's Rettatenit. President Mt James Casharry notes 276 members, $8,000 in savings, and loans totaling about $25,000 with $97,200 outstanding. Dividends of 5 percent were paid at end of 1909 and 1939.
Mrs Burns of 210 feeinee Amen wi timae Worker leads Syracuse Onondaga County Red Cross disaster efforts in spring flood fears. She supervised Red Cross canteen work in World War and has served on relief committees. now she joins the disaster committee under Rev Ellsworth Reason.
Church class of Wiatnore Methodist Charter presents Holgohfie House at War Note Nich Setwol Auditorium next Friday night. Clarence Sutherland directs a chorus of William Howe Edna Salisbury Doris Lewis Norinx Auxen Char co Sutherland Atildred Tennant Holland NeGann Sudle Bolehen Howard Marvin James Pringle. A brief musical item by the male chorus of Baléwinsvite Clamber of Comninéten will precede the play.
Three hundred distributors of the Richfeld Oil Corporation of New York ended their 11th annual unresting at the Hotel Syracuse. Meetings focused on informant gathering and discussions with department heads. Speakers included W Cimieraens, Benjamin Pollak, George E. Macdonald, and other executives and ad agency reps connected with New York City headquarters.
A dated fragment from Lowville Meant unveiling a 209 year old paper about Chester Shumway and Cartssa Wel, farm life, and a 1842 financial statement. The piece describes an income report and local park concession bids at Onondaen Lake Park, plus a travelogue talk by Winfred Le Markham to the Romeleer Club in Syracuse.
Wesleyan Methodist Church of America reports orders to turn over mission headquarters in Tokyo and other Japanese stations to local workers as Shinto worship is enforced. Dr. Eddy notes many denominations have begun similar transfers, citing the impact on patriotism and idolatry concerns.
Police and volunteers search for Dorothy Gandler a 16 year old girl who vanished after last night’s incident on 263 South State Street. Her sister Angina reported the disappearance describing Dorothy as about five foot four inches tall and weighing around 100 pounds with brown hair. She wore a brown suit and black shoes at the time.
Three youths faced fines after a city ordinance violation on a 22 calibre firearm. Teraine Ranallo 24 and Thomas Malien 16 were found guilty, with two others identified as Rich Trent and Robert Berwin both 17. Police from the New York Central Railroad arrested them on railroad property on North Side yesterday.
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