Purse Presented to Clergyman After Long Service
Rev. George J. McKeon, former assistant pastor at St. John the Evangelist in Schenectady, received a 2235 purse from parishioners Monday night for his service. He previously aided Rev. Mer. Joan L. Reilly, now retired, who died at 92. Monseigneur Reilly, Albany Diocese’s oldest priest, died as he wished with his boots on.
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George J. McKeon
St. John the
Aspinal Laeghy
Boston
Father McKeon
Secred Heart Church
Stamford
Father Finn
Monsignor Bailie
Way O
Francis S. Hicks
Mayor Urges Troy to Note Air Force Day Proclamation
Mayor John J. Ahern issued a proclamation urging Trojans to observe Air Force Day August 1 with ceremonies at Army Air Forces facilities. The day marks the 28th anniversary of the Army Air Corps as hundreds of dinners nationwide honor the Army Air Forces and build public backing of air power. Local groups are urged to recognize the air forces' vast contribution to the war effort.
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John J. Ahern
Counies
Army Air Force Gases
Arms Air Corps
Army Air Forces
Air
Auxiliary of Legion Plans Twentieth Anniversary
The Auxiliary of the Noble-Callahan Post will discuss plans for the twentieth anniversary program at the post tonight. The affair will be conducted at Manhattan August 1 under chairman Mrs Anna LaValee. Mrs Mary Sidkeever, president, will preside as plans and guests are expected.
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Noble-Callahan Post
Manhattan
Anna LaValee
Mary SidKeever
Wil Preside
Refugees Threaten Austria's Path to Democracy
Mass of refugees in the American zone hinders Austria's move to an independent democracy. Food and fuel shortages persist as displaced persons from Germany Hungary Yugoslavia Poland and Romania strain relief efforts. Coal supplies are limited and political leadership is unsettled amid Allied occupation and questions over future governance.
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Enos
Austria
Salzourg
Upper Austria
Germany
Imerican
Viesha
Salzsburg
Salzburg music festival oath at crucifix and candles
Austrian lawyers shed tears as they took oath in court before the crucifix and candles for the Brat Ume. festival sponsors announced Reid from Aug 13 to Sept t. marking the first year in nine without Herr Goebbels supervising the program and selecting lead stars.
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Cours
Reid
Herr Goebbels
Alliance Protests Plan to Kill Birds in Schaghticoke
The Fensselaer County Conservation Alliance protested any permits to shoot pheasants harming tomato gardens. They urged the Conservation Commission to deny permits and support trapping for release elsewhere. Reports from the game club indicate many birds will be released later. some have already been released. President Michael Petruska presided. by-law changes were discussed to be continued at a future meeting.
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Fensselaer County Conservation Alliance
Mondsy
Schagh-A-Vai
Schaghticoke
Victory Gardens
Troy
Conservation Commission
Michael Petruska
Chaplain Brunet of 105th Receives Post at Water Town
Capt Paul G Brunet Catholic chaplain of the 105th Infantry from Troy set to serve as assistant pastor at Holy Family Church Water Town after a Medal of Honor level action on Saipan. He earned a Silver Star for gallantry while aiding wounded soldiers and was wounded by Japanese snipers. He spent a year hospitalized in Hawaii and at Walter Reed. Prior to priesthood he was a lieutenant in the Maione Company of the 105th Infantry.
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Paul G. Brunet
105Th Infantry
Troy
Seipan
Holy Family Church
Watertown
Bryant McEnregard
Army Chaplain's Corps
Father Brunet
Saipan
Hawaii
Halipean General Hospital
Staten Imland
Maione
Captain Acts As Washlady On Iwo Jima
A humorous feature profiles Captain Colonel Lister Payne Jr. on Iwo Jima where he runs a laundry unit for Army cooks and BAKs. The piece notes tough conditions, active service, and Payne’s leadership style as his team handles mountains of dirty clothing under harsh water and heat. It also mentions Lt Robert C. Burton and sergeants helping operate the facility.
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Bobbix Coons
Iwo Jima
Washhlady
Lister Payne, Jr
la’ Grange
Payne
Army Cooks and Bakers’ School
Robert C. Burton
Beattie
Wash
Burton
Robert Mal
Roanoke
T- Barrets
Atlanta
Hall
WAC Recruiter to Meet at USES Office Here
Sergeant Dorothy Freeman of the Women’s Army Corps will recruit at the U S Employment Service offices at Broadway and Third Street each Monday from 1 to 3 pm. She will also be at the Treyt Post office Thursdays from 11 am to 4 pm. Freeman previously recruited at USES offices in July with continued Monday sessions through August.
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Dorothy Freeman
WAC
Army
U. S
Broadway
Third Street
Trey
Freeman
USES
Ibbott to Serve as Acting Police Chief
Frederick H. Ibbott assistant chief of police will serve as acting chief for 15 days during Chief Frank Bi Kendal's vacation. The appointment was announced by Commissioner Frank M. Ames of public safety yesterday.
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Frederick H. Ibbott
Frank Bi Kendal
Frank M. Ames
Public Safety
Electronic timer aids riveters in factory use
An electronic timer system from Schenectady improves riveting efficiency by controlling machine operations and preventing over tightening. The device has seen Army usage and is highlighted as a helpful tool in industrial settings for precise engagement.
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