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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1977
Page
2
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A 17 year old East Greenbush youth identified as Charles Thorpe died in a head on Route 23A crash in Greene County. Also killed was John W Kobziar 68 of Jewett Center. Three others from the Schoharie County car were injured and listed in stable condition. Pauline Schmidt 64 of Jefferson faces a charge of failure to keep right.
The Women's Guild of Nassau Reformed Church will host a smorgasbord this Saturday from 4 p.m. until all are served. A handwork sale begins at 2 p.m. at the same church.
Carl E. Ruby of 26 Adams Ave East Greenbush was arrested at 1 40 a m Saturday in a car on Hayes Road. He was charged with possession of a controlled substance fifth degree for possession and use of marijuana in a public place.
Lawrence Ward 23 of 202 Columbia St is in fair condition with two gunshot wounds after a Sunday incident that began with a neighbor dispute and escalated to a confrontation with police. Ward allegedly brandished a knife and was shot by three officers near the Dunn Memorial Bridge amid crowd concerns and accusations of brutality.
Incumbent Mayor Joseph P. Mink heads to Arizona for an absence through Sept. 1 with 22 days until the primary. Alderman Donald M. Hunt campaigns door to door, promoting a full-time mayor, while Mink contests the platform and party effort. Republican Fred Harrigan, a prior mayoral candidate, is the third name in the race. Mink says he remains confident in his qualifications despite reduced campaigning.
The North Greenbush town board heard thanks from residents for easing Russell Avenue. EPA grant rules delay a sewer project. Willison said most of the Snyder Lake district likely qualifies, with about 5 percent under study. A Monday meeting with architects is planned. Clerk Gorham praised deputy clerk Gertrude Claydon. Fire code study and payment-voucher procedures were discussed.
Hunting fishing and trapping licenses for the 1977 78 season went on sale Monday per town clerk Jay A Gorham. Purchases are available Monday through Friday 10 am to 2 pm at the clerk's Dodge Street office or during business hours at Carpenter's Store Snyders Lake and Agway Store Route 4 Defreestville. Also at Gorham's home 5 Mayfair Road Party permits and maps offered.
A Saint Anthony on the Hudson gathering in Rensselaer brings together four Conventual Franciscan provinces for lectures on Assisi and ecumenism with Father Ernest Ruede noting the social sessions strengthen fraternity. Speakers include Father Gerhard Ruf and Father Max Mizi while a student speaker offers remarks. The visit coincides with busy I-90 traffic nearby.
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