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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1976
Page
3
Farm policy is expected to be an election issue this year as it has been in national political campaigns. The article notes the role of farm policy in weighing statements from competing candidates and evaluating their positions.
USDA officials warn pure organic farming across American agriculture would slash hard-red winter wheat output by about 50 percent, corn 33 to 50 percent, and citrus nearly entirely while large scale farms stay largely inorganic. The report contrasts with industry hope for organic backyard growing and notes long term farm income and payment trends across administrations through 1975.
Jimmy Scalvo, 26, manager of the Golden Fox on Central Avenue, plans a $130000 Hobos discotheque in the basement, drawing on Toronto and New York styles. Opening is unofficially set for Aug 15 with a possible early September grand opening, hosting about 100 patrons in a booze-free, social setting.
Community notes discuss bamboo disposal methods from extension experts and a recycling drive in Rensselaer County. Readers can drop clean glassware and bundled newspapers at Maple Hill High School in Schodack with monthly collections and ongoing energy conservation efforts aiding local programs.
Earl N. Cooper of Nassau was elected to the general council on ministries at the United Methodist Church Northeastern Jurisdictional Conference in Bridgeport Connecticut.
Duane S Moll of Hoosick Falls received the Eagle Scout Award at a weekend ceremony. As a member of Troop 63 sponsored by the Hoosick Falls Kiwanis Club he planned a Hoosick Falls Central School paperback lending library as his project.
The Hoosick Falls Senior Citizens Center lists discounts for 65 plus, fall foliage trip coordinators, and a September 7 meeting at 1 p.m. A series of health outreach events runs in August including blood pressure clinic on August 16 and legal advice on August 13 and 27.
The annual sale will be held Friday and Saturday, August 13 and 14, in the IGA parking lot. Proceeds support the library. Donations of used books in all formats are welcome at the library anytime. Sale hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday.
The Argyle board of education approved the 1976-77 school year budget of 1,695,222 after two defeats. It passed with 181 yes 121 no. A separate interscholastic sports funding measure, 20,000, passed 187 to 11. Total tax levy rises to 101.45 per thousand, a 2.91 increase over last year.
The Women’s Auxiliary of Mary McClellan Hospital will hold a rummage sale Saturday at the Brieman Building, Cambridge United Presbyterian Church, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Clothing, household goods, furniture and miscellaneous items will be sold, with a concurrent food sale on the church lawn. Cochairs Mrs. George Brown and Mrs. Harold Ehrenfreund lead volunteers. donations accepted at Hampton garage and Brieman building on Thursday and Friday for sorting and pricing.
Albany County moves to join a state sponsored medical malpractice pool as its current Traveler's policy lapses August 15. County Attorney Robert Lyman says about 90 doctors at county facilities are affected, with eight needing personal policies. He notes state law requires coverage for all county doctors and weighs costs and risk pooling.
A fire at Audrey Ranier's home in Hoosick Falls caused minor damage to the roof and attic after burning papers in a fireplace. The Hoosick Falls Fire Department responded shortly before noon, confined the fire to the attic, and reported no injuries.
Chet Davis leads a 2 p.m. Clifton Country Mall talk on Home Lawns covering new lawn starting renovation and a Q and A session. Free literature and expert answers on lawns gardens and house plants available. Attendees may bring soil samples for analysis and lime recommendations.
New Horizon a Kings College student and graduate group will present a gospel message in contemporary sacred music at the summer union service of the Baptist Presbyterian Churches. The service starts at 1 a.m. at the First United Church Presbyterian. Members include Ron Bertucci Mary Josephson Bill Brown Ginny Dix Jack Dix Rollin Javens and Joan Volz with two members as primary songwriters. The group has toured the northeast for five years and is on a three month trek from Maine to Virginia.
19 year old Patrick J. Horan of Albany was hospitalized after a collision with a turning car driven by 77 year old Irving H. Roby of Menands at Everett Road and Russell Road. Horan was taken to Albany Medical Center Hospital in good condition. Roby received a summons for failure to yield right of way.
A 16 year old Bennington Vermont resident faces charges after his car hit a parked vehicle on 5th Street Hoosick Falls at about 1230 PM Tuesday. Donald F Kunesch of 231 Grove Street Hoosick Falls is cited for backing into a car owned by William Harrington of 145th Street Hoosick Falls. Damage to the Harrington car is estimated at just under $600.
Albany County District Attorney says the case of Harold Legg's beating could have charges upgraded to second degree murder if a link to Legg’s death is shown. Daniel Longe, 29, already charged with second degree assault, remains jailed as the grand jury weighs indictments of others connected to the incident.
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