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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1945
Page
2
An American repatriated last February on the Gripstorm was held at Elkins Island yesterday after F B Lingotts charged he came to commit espionage including drawing in the White House. Charles Porter Kendal.
A Chicago native, 30, faces federal charges for making false statements on a questionnaire. FBI agents say he claimed to have served in Italy and Germany and failed to disclose work at a German war plant in Vienna and employment with the German Wehrmacht.
Gardeners are advised to sow peas early to maximize space and yield. For compact crops, plant in single rows with six inches between rows and staggered spacing, harvest before pods tarn, and preserve surplus by canning. Wet soil and balanced fertilizer help seeds and growth.
British newspapers greet President Truman's first speech as pledge to follow Roosevelt’s peace and war end policies. Express and Guardian note continuity with Roosevelt, while Telegraph calls it a clarion warning to the Axis.
Center Brunstwick parishioners filled the parlors of Gilead Lutheran Church Friday evening. About 114 dollars were realized. Two one act plays Music At the Cross Road and The Carnet Bee will be presented tomorrow and Friday evening at Gilead Church by local talent directed by Mrs Elmer Newton. Following Sunday worship a memorial service was held for former President Franklin D Roosevelt.
Cornell scientists Ronald Reddick and Paterson announced a blight resistant potato variety. Field tests in New York and Mexico used crossbred lines producing yields equal to standard varieties. Cooperating farmers receive stock and prepare for distribution pending broader adoption.
Leslie A Chim guest of Ada Clum in Albany and others hosted by Mrs Henry Griges and Mr. Burton Newton at Eagle Mills for a Betts Corners Eagle Mills Home Bureau meeting today at 2 pm. A family life lesson by Mrs T W Richard Rabb is slated at the home of chairman Mrs Paul R Knippel. Tech Sergeant Frank A Carner, recently back from Italy, now at Scott Field, begins a six week refrezer course to become a radio instructor.
Sehaghticoke resident Miss Agnea Belmore hosted relatives from Troy on Friday. Mrs. Rose Vigilis visiting neighbors Mrs. Homer Speanburgh in Greenfield Massachusetts. Mr and Mrs Howard B D Raleton also noted as visitors.
The Navy list confirms Edward F Mullady chief pharmacist’s mate Ballston Spa died in action on February 21 1945. He enlisted June 10 1922 and earlier worked at Leahy’s drug store Ballston Spa. Son of William F Mullady Saratoga Springs High School graduate. Wife Ann Leahy and their son reside with her parents.
-entertainments included dinner with Miss Katherine OBrien and Mrs. M. Margares T. Guests include Miss Lonanne Williamison visiting sister Mrs. Joseph Mack and family in Allaby. Dinners, visits, and card parties noted at Melrose Rhinebeck Schenectady and Troy. Mrs Rose Dies in Schenectady. Vera McVeigh to visit with Francis Williams. Senior Schagticoke High students trip to New York.
Stillwater events include visitation to local lodges, certificates for Montgomery Chapter membership growth, and a chicken supper at the Masonic Temple. Various high priests and dignitaries attended, with July 30 plans for Bemis Heights Pomona Grange and upcoming district meetings. Personal notes mention illnesses, a service member wounded in Germany and awarded the Purple Heart, and community club programs at the Fortnightly Library Society.
The article describes President Truman walking to work from Blair House to the White House around 3:30 a.m. He pressed through on Pennsylvania Avenue with Secret Service, greeted photographers, and shared a brief chat with former Missouri Senator Berrett Clark who waited at the door. Clark said he did not want to recommend or advise for any job.
A meeting excerpt notes refreshments served and a forthcoming month’s committee led by Mrs Clifford Holmes and Mrs Arthur Vinett with Guy Dune. Attendees included members from Greenfield Stillwater Malia and Halfmoor Granges.
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