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Newspaper
Syracuse Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1938
Page
19
In a reflective column editorials mix science and policy. The author discusses controversy in alcohol tobacco and reform, notes how progress like electricity engines and air cooled factories reshape life, and argues repeal fell short on tax relief while taxes rose. The piece schools readers on evidence and opinion while resisting claims.
Mrs Gertrude Korthas of 2595 Gilbert Street defied a court order by Justice James T. Crowe directing her to allow custody of their daughter Arlene, 4, to her husband Jonna Horthas of Fiverville Park. In chambers the judge enforced weekend custody starting Friday after school through Sunday evening.
James Ten Eyck, longtime Syracuse rowing coach, honored at a funeral service with students, faculty, and alumni paying tribute. Dean Powers opened with poems and Chancellor Graham lauded Ten Eyck as a pivotal figure who built men and inspired future generations to row under the Old Man. The service featured lines from Sea Fever and The Sea, and references to Ten Eyck’s 34 years of association with the university.
WPA purge discussed by Director Lynch as 309 men return to work and more follow. Home relief rolls rise as 4,252 cases cared for with 276 added in a week, 103 closed, total cases reaching 5459. Lynch defends staff against charges of blocking interviews. letters for interviews noted.
William T. Lane has been selected to handle publicity and advertising for the G O P fund drive in the state. Syracuse is to play a key role in the approaching campaign as Republicans raise funds for fairs elections. Lane is expected to prepare a booklet similar to the one used in the last municipal campaign.
Harry C Wilder, director of WSYR and president of the station, was announced as director of the New York State district of the National Association of Broadcasters at the NAB annual session in Washington. The association adopted a new organization plan dividing the country into 47 districts with district programs and a 23 member governing group.
Three women Alma KL MacGrath Kittie S Chadwick and M Elizabeth Mars were drawn for the Onondaga County grand jury with a ruling in question. Justice Cress reportedly opined they may sit while Justice Smith presides raising exemption questions. District officials await court direction as 38 women already serve on trial juries.
State civil service orders enforce new city charter reclassifications. First deputy chief of police and first deputy fire chief must be appointed, with chiefs in exempt or noncompetitive status as transfers approved by Herbert Myron. Some officials gain civil service protection while others become exempt, affecting removal and appointments across departments.
Weather officials forecast temperatures to rise to five degrees above zero then fall again tonight. Meteorologist William H. Tracy warned of cold air bringing near five above readings Tuesday night with possible light snow by tomorrow. Overnight lows were around 19 to 41 degrees as warming faded and earlier highs reached about 57 degrees yesterday morning.
Postal Telegraph employees of the Syracuse office will meet at the CLO labor hall in the Dennison building tonight at o'clock. About j members of traffic commercial bookkeeping plant and messenger departments are expected to attend. Douglas Ward regional director for the American Radio-Telegraphists Association a C.SO. private will be principal speaker.
Miss Lewise Bentey of Syracuse attends an all day Albany conference Tuesday to discuss the Feld-Todd bill introduced in the Legislature for passage. The New York wrses' Association designed for the protection of public health moraines.
Dick Merrill promotes tea for vitality during winter, recounting his Atlantic flight and recovery. He praises teas for alertness, sleep aid, and flavor, urging readers to drink Tex tea with meals and between, noting origin brands and economy.
Arrogned Eoesnay on a charge of assault third degree after allegedly punching his alleged target J. Mongato 45 of Syracuse. Mongato pleaded not guilty and was committed to Syracuse Psychopathic Hospital. He was arrested by Acting Detectives Krause Hymes and Fee after an altercation with his wife Minnie Mongate. Police records allege Mongato and his men abducted a man named Di Benedetto and threatened to murder him. He was fined 50 for assault second degree. In 1928 a man named Diuso Carolina was killed in the Willis Ave block. Mongato was arrested again in Flint under the name Joseph Mullate and brought to Syracuse for trial on the first degree murder charge, but the case was dismissed for insullment evidence.
The traffic subcommittee of the municipal development committee will meet with Police Chief William E. Rapp and Captain Thomas, head of the accident bureau, to study city traffic safety. The committee is chaired by William P. and Dr. Hiramtre Graken, with joining members.
More than five percent of friends and relatives will attend a Tuesday reception honoring Mr and Mrs Orema A Somes of Jack's Fans for their fiftieth wedding anniversary. The couple have lived in the area all their lives near their longtime home. They wed February 15 1958 at the home of Mrs Somes' parents, the late Mr and Mrs John Schrubb.
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