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Newspaper
Syracuse Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1938
Page
12
A fragmented 1920s era text discusses Syracuse industry and recovery figures. It notes June 1924 weekly sales peak, subsequent rehabilitation, and diverse trades like painters and carpenters, with sentiment praising local business resilience and forward readiness.
Professor of Zoology and director of the Museum of Natural History at Syracuse University will speak at the February meeting of the Brotherhood of the First Presbyterian Church East Syracuse Saturday evening. The program also includes humorous sketches musical and vocal selections impersonations and light comedy.
Anna Mermin, secretary of the service center of the American Nation League, spoke at Girl Scout Troop 28 Peres M Hu Scheel on Friday. The gathering was part of the scout national youth program to promote world friendship, and Megnin described an organization similar to the Girl Scouts in Germany.
County officials plan to canvass board members and county department heads for views on WPA projects. If a consensus forms, they will seek the Board of Supervisors' sanction. Washington asked for input from the Ley Creek management and WPA office.
Dr. F G Crawford, former Democratic mayoral candidate, chosen to replace Dr A Leebrick as dean of the College of Liberal Arts amid university leadership shakeups. Reports note Crawford’s influence, prior roles, and ongoing confirmation of appointments as Auburn State University faces scheduling and disciplinary questions.
A Phoenix physician died when his car plunged through the ice into the Oswego River on a road south of Fulton. A Syracuse man narrowly escaped a similar fate as his coupe skidded off the road onto the ice. Police reported the driver as Vincent of Sora, though later unverified. Gaage men spent hours removing the car and recovering the body.
Utica residents L. and Frances race filed schedules in bankruptcy court listing debts totaling 9222 with 25460 in assets largely real estate. William J. and Rose A. Frazier of Syracuse also entered bankruptcy with debts about 31434 and assets 153, while Aretti Booras of Watestown, a clerk, shows debts 35085 and no assets.
Spectal to the journal reports Ajax Accessories of Syracuse and Elmira filed four petitions in United States court seeking time to reorganize and appoint Jacob Raizx as president. Petition filed through Attorneys Greens and Greene.
The Municipal Development Committee elected to delay the scheduled meeting to allow intensifying discussions. Mayor Marvin wills aims from Miami to address city development plans, with attendees citing unclear specifics and requesting more time to finalize formats and terms.
The Cazenovia Alumni Association plans its second annual dinner at the Fate’s hotel Thursday night with Rev. H. W. Heoblettawaite as honor guest and principal speaker. The Cambovia Seminary quartet, with Miss Berniece Rami, will entertain. Miss Mildred Oakes and Ruth Committes oversaw affairs. don Hathway and Mildred Berry chaired the dinner duties.
The Syracuse Symphony Orchestra under Andre Polah will present a spring series of free Sunday afternoon concerts starting at 3:30 PM. Featured works include Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue with Regis Lure as soloist and pieces by George, Haerter, and Wilting Berwala.
A coal dump accident left Lee Baan, 45, severely bruised after being trapped by a coal collapse near Oxford Street. Several passersby freed him as the pile shifted and he was taken to a doctor. witnesses reported a chaotic scene with onlookers aiding the trapped worker.
A fragmentary notice indicates Dr Cooper is slated to address teacher needs. The garbled text suggests event details involve educational professionals, possibly linked to a Phi Lambda or Scout group, with Syracuse referenced in some capacity.
Cadet debaters from West Point attend Navy Day at Syracuse University. The program features three university co-eds in support roles and cadet staff, with Lt. Col. Goodpaster and Captain Wratan among the observers. The event, held in Maxwell Hall, showcases oral debate skills before an audience on campus.
A program presented by the restaurant featured a comedy team and dances for the children of the institution. The performance lasted over an hour and cost $2, part of the ongoing periodic program by the institution to entertain residents.
A pileup near Townsend Street left two women and three men injured. Names include Alfred Hemberger, Blasi Soule, Miss Roth Voce, Miss Geraldine Condor, Lincoln Sherman. Sherman charged with reckless driving. Authorities report a car sped from James Street, hit a tree, and forced a collision with a taxicab before stopping 35 feet away.
A Friday night gathering at Temple Society of Concordia, led by Rabbi Benjamin Friedman, urged Americans to seek Utopia through American ideals rather than Communism or Fascism. He warned against the costs of totalitarian systems, arguing freedom must be preserved even amid material promise.
A salesman reported his car stolen from a downtown garage yesterday after a similar theft occurred nearby. A suspect description circulated, with Neel Morris of Aron Crac stored at Yates Hotel cited. police said a man with Ohio plates tried to sell Morris's car and parts were seen in radio and other areas of the vehicle.
Governor Herbert F. Lehman made a brief two day visit to Syracuse arriving by car from Ithaca to board the Empire State Express, which was delayed about 19 minutes for his arrival as wet roads slowed telephoned arrangements.
A Hill graduate and Iyraeuss University alumna Miss Mena Dalton wed Bulgarian civil engineer Wesel Panja in Sofie. The ceremony was disclosed in a letter to sorority sisters of the Zatei Tas Alpha house. The couple have ties to 744 Comsiocs and have spent years abroad teaching and studying, with the groom teaching abroad for several years.
Walter K. Zinsmeister of Cazenovia dies from a post ski accident blood clot. The Syracuse veteran held multiple railroad posts, was a prominent Mason, and active in Syracuse and Danforth United Church circles. Funeral services set for 2 p.m. Monday at his home with Rev. Bedford and Rev. Schmavonian officiating. Burial in Oakwood cemetery. Born Syracuse October 16, he moved to Cazenovia a year ago and left a legacy in railways and civic groups including the Rochester Syracuse Railroad Co. Inc. and Syracuse Northern Electric. He leaves a wife Miss Marxuente Lissman, a son Walter K. Zinsmeister Jr., a daughter Betty Zinsmeister, and two sons D. F. Zinsmeister of Me and Howard F. Zinsmeister of Syracuse, with a sister Blanche Zinsmeister of New York City.
Dean Mitchell of Syracuse University College of Applied Science was named to the policy committee of the civil engineering education division of the Society for the Promotion of Engineering Education. The announcement noted his role in teaching methods and his affiliation with the university.
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