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Newspaper
Syracuse Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1938
Page
5
Two clerks were crushed while pinned by hardware racks during a stormy incident at Woodrust. One victim suffered a head injury and severe body bruises and was taken to the hospital. Witnesses said the accident happened in a narrow passage between three seven foot hoister racks.
In a 15 foot passageway a toppled rack collapsed pinning two workers, Mossberg and Scdather, against shelves. Patrolman Robert Williams and John Albrugter aided by delaying the rack with jacks, freeing them with heavy exertion. Mossberg, father of eight, and Scdather were taken for examination amid shock and minor injuries.
Mrs Cass Williams, local Onondaga Council director, led a February meeting of the Onondaga hotel Tuan dar morning awards committee and planning a tentative new Girl Scouts program. The business session was chaired by Mrs Myron Williams, with a long list of attendees including Mrs Clarteh Sixtee, Mrs William Cate, Mrs William Dont rs, GG Gregory, Mrs B L E Haskin, Mrs Robert Kemp, Mrs J Fred Lighthall, Mrs Ralph Mamer, Mrs Aarna Ense, Mrs Sta i Swart, Mrs Peweeney, Mrs Howard Taylor and others.
Acting detectives Fred Fee Etran Himes and James Bortz recovered three stolen cars linked to a Syracuse auto dealer Kenneth Mekye and Bigs Pamion, who faces charges. Investigators say forged registrations and altered vehicle numbers aided the scheme, with cars moved from New York to Central New York and 30 cars involved.
A dinner and mass meeting in honor of Mary McLeod Bethune was planned at a Syracuse church. The event features banquet service by the FAALCA and speakers Ernest Attweil and Edward Taxler from national groups. The program includes a 72 hour? clock start and visits by local church leaders.
Dr. William G. Hinsdale will speak at the Onondaga Historical Association meeting on Friday evening. The program centers on exploration of Indian sites and features the topic Az Iroquois Indian Village Site.
Two children from a Nelson, Missouri family vanish after being last seen near their home. Police, including Solvay and Steers, search the area with assistance from residents, but no trace of the youngsters is found. The mother, Mrs Grto, reported the disappearance and urged anyone with information to contact authorities.
City officials report relief demands have near peak, with 805 home relief cases in county as of Jan 20. In the week, 31 new cases were added and 30 closed, a net rise of 1.31 cases bringing total to 6,299. Officials expect employment to rebound with spring reemployment.
State lands agency promotes winter sports resorts in circulars issued by the conservation commission. Green Takes State Park and Crumlins highlighted as outstanding places. The magazine Sir Travels of New York State mentions the effort.
A St Valentine s Day party is set for Friday evening organized by Stanley Panhoek Post 289 VET in the post dugout. The committee chairs the bars and is led by Clifford Pond with volunteers handling arrangements.
Watertown resident John McCoy a 67 year old former New York Central dispatcher and his bride to be Mrs Hitt traveled to Watertown to Straeuse this morning for a hastily arranged ceremony witnessed by reporters. The couple, who had known each other for years, wed with a friend’s home in Summer Ave as the scene. McCoy’s first wife is deceased and Mrs Hill had won a divorce from her previous husband Loren E Hill in December 1936. The pair planned a brief honeymoon before returning to their home city.
City sponsored work begins on a new trunk sewer in Midland and Brighton avenues. City Engineer Neilson Fl Pure oversees first steps to lay the line under the pavement between car tracks and the west curb, closing half the sites during construction. A parallel project across the university campus will start Thursday morning with workers drawn from the area.
Florence Sherden, 32, of Syracuse, left for Florida with her family and wed James M. Galbraith in Winter Park last Tuesday. The ceremony occurred at the Christian Assembly Home in Winter Park with Rev. Hob Browder officiating. She is to spend the winter in Florida and return to Syracuse after March 1.
Corporation counsel James W. Tormey traveled to Albany for a conference with Herbert H. Leien on legislative matters. The state Bar Association president leads two five member committees to confer with the governor on new laws.
Dr Philp K Ranov of hd aw departs Saturday for a two week West Indies cruise. He plans to visit brothers Dr Harold Raker of Kineton and Dr Damel Raker of Rasbroox during the voyage. Advertisement
The piece criticizes tyrannic rule in Europe and defends the American ideal of government. It calls for loyalty to the United States, unity beyond class or sect, and warns against undermining democracy. The Syracuse Post 43, American Legion committee urges vigilant support for enduring American values.
A Syracuse editor lambasts Yale for alleged sweatshop conditions, accusing university officials of neglecting workers and wage standards while calling Yale a noble institution misaligned with its own labor practices. The caustic column highlights tensions between intellectual ideals and employment realities on campus.
Albert CL Baranaush is set to sit in the justice role as Syracuse University hosts a mock supreme court trial Thursday night in Lyman Hall. The contested program features Baranaush facing challenges from the plaintiff, a regional alcohol company seeking to overturn a National Labor Relations Board decision.
Dr. Weiskotten is named to head the state health council as part of a restructuring. The appointment is confirmed by the state cabinet and confirms Dr. Herman G. Weiskotten in the pivotal position.
Penetro advertised as a remedy for chest tightness and congestion from colds. It touts stronger medication per unit in larger sizes and guarantees satisfaction with a Monex back offer. Sold by makers of St Joseph Aspirin.
Prize geese described as Turkise and white Embden among the birds gifted to Burnet Park Zoo. The text notes protection by guards and mentions a team or group associated with the event, though details are garbled. The prize includes two green-headed entries and references a Ste. Befere cate of 2 verde, with unclear origins.
A century-old formula named Peterson's Ointment promised fast relief from itching and irritation caused by piles. Advertisements claimed the product’s fame spread nationwide as users urged others to try this unique remedy before giving up hope. The ad urged purchase with a green box and included a price.
Incoherent ad copy touts a product for eczema itching relief with numerous misspellings and dubious claims. The unreliable text promises quick easing after one application, urges purchase of multiple packages, and emphasizes soothing scent and delicate skin use.
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