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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1943
Page
10
Infantile paralysis peaks in summer and autumn, with most cases benign before paralysis. Disease begins with fever and coldlike symptoms, then weakness and paralysis on day two or three. Traditional rest and splints aim to protect muscles, while Sister Kenny’s method uses hot packs, massage, and active, supervised movement in a flat bed without splints.
The city of Schenectady seeks several thousand dollars in damages from the federal public roads administration for street damage caused by Army tanks built at the American Locomotive Co. Claims cover damage before July 33 with more expected for later incursions. An Act of Congress enables reimbursement to states or sub divisions for road repairs due to military equipment, with the commissioner of public roads handling the reimbursements.
The Rensselaer County War Price and Rationing Board at the Court House closed at noon Saturday to join with Troy’s board. The new Rensselaer County Troy City Rationing Board No. 2542.3 will be chaired by Charles C. Freihofer with Ellis Robison and Edward J. Rowan as vice chairmen. A luncheon at 12:30 at The Hendrick Hudson introduced merged staffs. Moving of files and furniture to The Hotel Troy began, with new counters installed and operation to resume this morning.
Washington announces that the Coal Mines Administration is surveying mines for possible release from government control. Ickes has run the mines since last spring after Roosevelt directed action to end a 500,000 strong miners strike. Congress then passed the Connally-Smith act guiding return once productive efficiency is restored.
AP dispatch notes a new carpetbagger method as suitcase bootlegging grows in Oklahoma. W I Giles of the federal alcohol tax unit warns travelers will face close scrutiny at transport hubs to curb illicit whisky movement despite rationing. Prices for bootleg liquor jump from 173 to five fifty per pint in Oklahoma City as supply tightens.
Pvt. Harry Kowal, after pushing himself to report to the dispensary for a bandage on a rubbed ankle, was sent for exams that revealed a hernia needing urgent care. A ten day stay stretched to two months as surgery followed the misstep in judgment. A WAVE had “just about walked him to death.”
Government officials asked the Chamber of Commerce to remind local manufacturers that 45 000 U S patents formerly under enemy control are now licensed to Americans for war and postwar use. Businessmen can find new products to manufacture or improved methods among these patents and patent applications. Patents are rented by the Alien Property Custodian on a non exclusive basis at a 13 dollar fee per patent. Inventions cover mechanical electrical and chemical arts. Interested parties should write the Alien Property Custodian Division of Patent Administration Field Building Chicago Ill asking for a leaflet titled Index of Patents Vested in the Alien Property Custodian.
State Agriculture Commissioner C Chester DuMond said egg co operatives in New York have been wrecked overnight as the OPA refuses to allow enough margin for handling. He noted successful nearby auctions face the same fate while regular trade lacks eggs for open market sale. DuMond urged poultrymen to transact only on a cash basis with buyers new to the field amid price rollbacks.
The War Department reports a Quartermaster Corps plan to ship over 4 million pounds of quick frozen vegetables to troops in Alaska this year. The 71 million pounds purchased for all services will include peas snap beans lima beans cut corn and spinach as part of Arctic support.
Brig. Gen. Alexander Gillespie at Watervliet Arsenal told workers there would be no general layoff as production orders on the books justify maintaining current staff levels. He noted resignations and drafting may cause minor changes, with some categories increasing to meet needs. Sunday work has occurred due to staffing, but total Sunday labor varies weekly.
Charles E. Olsen, 47, of Bangor Maine, father of five, was killed when a 2200 volt live wire he touched while repairing an air raid siren on a pole Saturday.
The Associated Press notes ongoing rationing details. Meat cheese and fruit stamps in Book Two and blue stamps through September. Sugar stamps and home canning stamps outlined. Coffee remains unsubsidized. Gasoline coupons differ by region with three gallons per unit. Fuel oil period changes include new season coupons valid into January 1944.
A street car man slumped from a heart attack causing a runaway car that struck a standing street car on a North Side intersection Friday night. Two killed Clyde Malibone and Charles Franden were aboard the front platform. 12 injured and Fred J. Wischweh survived with a double leg fracture. Nearby bystanders acted quickly at Lincoln Fullerton Halsted to avert further injuries.
Travelers from Rome say Benito Mussolini is under heavy guard at Castel Porziano the king's summer residence near Rome on the monarchs orders. They confirm reports that Mussolini's fascist grand council deserted him in the crisis and urged he abandon the premiership.
A Roosevelt committee sought reinstatement of 300 Negro shipyard workers after they were dismissed for refusing segregation in a Boiler Makers Union auxiliary. The piece alleges a widespread, sanctioned discrimination within war industries including union loaned insurance schemes run by Harold M Franklin, son of the union president, with the Negro auxiliary barred from benefits. It argues segregation equals discrimination and critiques the union and government stance.
Gardeners should focus on August and September to curb weeds that seed for next year. Use wheel hoes among late crops and pull weeds near tomatoes and cucumbers. Clean fence rows and borders, harvest surplus, and coordinate with neighbors or Civilian Defense surplus programs to share extra snap beans cucumbers and squash. Be wary of late season weeds that ripen seeds despite minimal growth. Store and dry beans after frost, treat with fumigants for weevils, and avoid offering old tough beans or doughy corn to consumers.
Senator Truman told North east Missouri State Teachers College graduates that after the war America will enjoy a busier, more comfortable life with a $400 car, lightweight aluminum assisted autos, mass produced engine tech for $100 planes, and safer air and road travel. He warned progress rests on unity of will, knowledge, and energy as homes, schools, and offices expand.
A quoted defense argues the directive and its enforcing committee oppose discrimination in general but would not favor colored workers. They claim forcing boilermakers to admit Black workers would harm the union financially by expanding a stance tied to wartime profits, contrasting freedoms abroad with U S restrictions.
Automobiles equipped with television sets promise new leisure in transit and at home. Redistribution of housing aims to give each family ample elbow room. Faster, smoother train travel and widespread use of food freezers alongside electric refrigerators signal a broad modernization of domestic life.
Eagle Mills reports a sewing meeting of the Loyal Women's Class of the Church of Christ held at Mrs Forrest Patria's home. Notes mention Mrs Donald Clickner in Samaritan Hospital with family visiting relatives. Ward welcomed by parents Arthur Sha ver. Clinton B Shaver, Navy petty officer, who took part in the Sicily invasion and is now in the Mediterranean. Louise and Martha Lewis of Windsor Connecticut visiting grandmother Susie W Lewis and uncle Arthur A Lilly, joined by parents Wager and Mrs Lewis for the weekend.
Miss Caroline Wilson of New York visits Mr and Mrs Co Van Orman in South Cambridge while the W S C S cleared 58 dollars from a Methodist Church chicken supper. Mrs Peter Geelan recovers after Mary McClellan Hospital operation. South Cambridge Cine Bureau unit to meet with Mrs Timothy Flynn tomorrow afternoon. good attendance urged as plans for the year are formed.
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