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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1943
Page
13
Franklin C. Sanford 21 son of Mr and Mrs Leonard Sanford of Argyle was killed July 26 in the South Pacific according to a War Department wire to his parents.
Market activity remained narrow with most leaders steady or slipping slightly as investors weighed tax plans and a looming war bond drive. Major names like Anaconda, Bethlehem, U S Steel, General Electric and Du Pont were cited among advancing issues amid listless overall trading and modest transfers.
The New York market reports steady conditions across flour rye cornmeal and buckwheat with soft and hard winter flour prices listed. Butter cheese eggs poultry and live stock quotes show firmer prices and varying weights and grades. Notable notes include historic vault timing lock at First National Morrison and U S ship aviation milestone in 1911.
Miss Margaret Myers Miss Marc Doran and Mrs. William Sheridan were named a finance committee at a Fourth Ward meeting at the Franz-line Club quarters 416 Federal Street. They plan to raise funds by popular subscription for an honor roll to honor ward residents in the armed services. A site for the honor roll has not yet been chosen. The gathering was interrupted by a blackout test.
Rev Robert J Van Deusen, longtime Poestenkill Lutheran pastor since 1935, becomes acting pastor at Gilead Lutheran Church Center Brunswick in absence of its pastor Rev Dayton Van Deusen who is Army chaplain in Arizona. Rev Lauren H Grandy to take Poestenkill pastorate Sept 15.
Albany officials testified before a State Tax Commission hearing on alleged political use of tax assessments. Commissioner Kinnan described extensive field work from April to September, estimating about 40 000 properties checked and 20 000 stops. Records from 1939 1941 were produced for review as the inquiry continues.
Morris pressed Kinnan on Albany property values stating assessments are 100 percent and asking how to handle hypothetical identical houses selling for less. Browne called investigation routine, citing complaints and voluntary cooperation. Public inspection of the 1963 assessment rolls was proposed after state campaign notes and Dewey’s critiques on tax policy.
The northwest corner of Congress and Third Streets known as the Hall Rand building was sold yesterday by Albany Savings Bank to William J. Lewis of 275 Pawling Avenue, owner of Read-Lewis Mating Co. of Lansingburg. Lewis plans to remodel and modernize the three and four story store and office property as an investment. Howard J. Nicoll Son of 21 State Street represented the seller. The purchase price was not announced. The property is assessed at 160090 and sits on the site of the old Rand Opera House.
Local men certified for August draft report to Albany induction center for furlough and head to reception with acting corporal in charge. Engagement announced for Kathryn Anatriesio to James Enzognia. Mary Patrazzo wedding impending to Carmen Mucci. Blood bank drive yields 70 volunteers. 19 enrolled. West Virginia Pulp and Paper Co. credited for help. Arsonal Pvt John Parker visits Mechanicville from Fort Dix. Various community notes include police duties, hospital visits, and a postponed Ladies Day at Mechanicville Golf Club. A car stolen on Park Avenue prompts investigation by Police Chief Boucher.
Edward A. Heffern has been named district deputy of the 39th district Knights of Columbus by State Deputy Stephen Cushing of Brooklyn. Heffern, a trustee and former grand knight of Green Island Council, will succeed George Cundiff of Troy. Walter J. Kane Jr. is the present grand knight. Local traffic cases note Max Grimm fined $10 for a red light violation in Green Island.
Western New York disaster as two locomotives collided at a switch near Wayland injuring about 60 and killing 25. Passengers describe a seething furnace and fleeing flames. Firemen and sheriff’s deputies processed victims. one coach crashed into a freight engine, releasing steam and debris. Wayland lies about 50 miles south of Rochester.
Black bears are on the rise in Taang counties according to state wildlife officials. The report notes growing populations and calls for monitoring amid habitat changes and potential human–bear interactions.
The department reported yesterday an increase tied to protection under conservation law over the last decade. It cited several instances of bears killing sheep in Greene County and noted ongoing enforcement actions and monitoring amid wildlife protection efforts.
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