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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1940
Page
10
Fragmented ad copy promotes a product named Peterson's Claim for treating pimples and red blotches with alleged quick relief. It asserts soothing effects for itching, skin blemishes, and foot cracks, targeting general skin discomfort and dryness with vague promises and nonspecific user benefits.
A rescue worker perished shortly after a farmhouse blaze as responders faced a deadly crash. Authorities report the fatal sequence occurred about twenty minutes after the initial fire call. Emergency crews, including a car motorist, faced multiple mishaps injuring several. a bicyclist was struck by a vehicle during the run. Police cite ongoing investigations into the series of incidents near State Fair Boulevard.
A late May crash near the State Fair Grounds left George Maurice Hates dead and others injured as two vehicles collided and a house fire followed. The 36 year old from Almond Street died at the scene after a tractor trailer swerved to avoid a head on crash, while others suffered minor injuries. An ambulance rushed victims to Onondaga General Hospital and Crousestring Hospital. Authorities questioned Carver and State’s, who were later released. Seven additional people were treated for minor injuries after a separate collision on Cold Springs Road near Liverpool. Several more fatalities were reported across New York as accidents continued statewide.
Trial of John Ketchamott and an unnamed co defendant was set to begin in county court this afternoon over the automobile death of Aril Ybskey, 58, of Onontaga Hill. Defense led by Richard P. Byrne, prosecution by Frank Del Vecchio. a bicycle or shop incident tied to the case.
Parks Commissioner William A. Jarry announced WPA forces have resumed work on the school playground project at Aingolt School. The initiative plans training walls, sidewalks, fences, and grading to develop the playground area.
The will of Miss Hazy C Fitch probate in Syracuse consolidates gifts to Vassar College Syracuse Memorial Hospital and the Skaneateles Library Association: 5000 to the hospital and 12000 to the library endowment. St James Episcopal Church Skaneateles receives funds, with remaining estate split among relatives including Ralph Fitch Martin Hawley PA and others as listed.
A city judge orders an investigation into a welfare relief case linked to Terranova. The hearing notes Terranova’s separation from Mrs. Terranova, the exchange of cash in PHOTO settlement, and a request for welfare aid while ownership of three parcels is in dispute. The order directs a formal inquiry into alleged improper use of funds and assets.
Prof. Khara of Syracuse University College of Law will be a principal speaker at the midsummer meeting of the New York State Bar Association in Saranac Inn. Other speakers include Robert H. Jackson and Judge John J. Parker with arrangements led by Lewis C. Ryan. Market note reports Liverpool cotton market closure through Wednesday.
Socony Vacuum Oil seeks city permission to lay an underground gasoline pipeline from the Ailes Refinery to Syracuse area storage, crossing streets and city-owned lands. The plan includes rights of way from several rail and land owners and a county-wide effort to secure the route under State Fair grounds. The Common Council will review the petition, likely sending it to the franchise committee for study.
Four negligence suits seek damages from Transportation Lines Inc in Supreme Court. Oct 30 crash west of Elbridge killed two Mahon workers and a parked truck driver. Plaintiffs alleged improper lighting. survivors include Mares Kocarzynski Mazur and Ty sxtybsky with executrix claims. No heirs have filed suits for driver Stanley Costick. Lawyers Sears Mahon Freshman and Solomon represent plaintiffs. Mawhinney Burdick for defense.
A Providence clergy event marks the sixtieth anniversary of the Sisters of the Perpetual Rosary in a Monastery celebration. The Mass, presided by Rev Edward Davy and others, honors the Holy See decree with readings by church leaders and a procession of priests and nuns.
Retired Syracuse post office clerks honored at a testimonial dinner at the Onondaga Hotel. Postmaster General Farley and Senator Mead couldn't attend due to government business. Speakers included Herman Goldstein and local federation leaders. the event also saluted William C. Forrest for organizing the Syracuse and New York Senior Federation of Post Office Clerks. Oswego Masonic District Past Masters to hold annual dinner May 27 at Temple Hannibal Lodge.
Fragmentary OCR of a historical page describes misread names and stray phrases. It mentions romance elements and a first chapter, but details are garbled and names or events cannot be confirmed from the readable lines.
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