New York Joins States Requiring Auto Inspections
New York becomes the 14th state to mandate periodic motor vehicle inspections with a law signed by Gov. Thomas E. Dewey effective July 1, 1954. The program covers over 4.2 million licensed vehicles with semi annual tests at licensed stations. Dewey says inspections remove "death traps on wheels" and public opinion supports the measure.
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Volunteer Fire Department Has A Hectic Day
SEALMAN Fla. A grass fire report triggers siren. Dispatcher Howard Weeks drives solo to the address but backs into a parked car. Minutes later he finds the blaze ten blocks away. Another firefighter Ben Highnote started the fire to clear grassland. both extinguish it.
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Chronicle-Telegram honor carrier awards 1944
Ten years ago the Chronicle Telegram honored three outstanding boys with first Richard C. Decker second John Frederick Smith and third Gene K Sweet. Selective Service officials announced a deferment order for most men 26 or older classified as 1-A.
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Cortland Schools Move To Parent Teacher Conferences
In Cortland New York parents now attend conferences with teachers to learn about their children’s progress. The elementary system omits grades and emphasizes behavior and individual ability. Written reports supplement conferences, and after two years officials may reintroduce letter grades not tied to competition.
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