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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1944
Page
16
A dense, older obituary page lists multiple deaths and memorials across families in Syracuse and nearby towns. Entries name deceased individuals, ages, relatives, and funeral details with church services, cemeteries, and residence addresses, reflecting a mid 20th century local community record.
Merrill Dweig elected president of the Rensselaer County Farm Bureau Home Bureau and 4H Club Association at its annual meeting in Syceaway Community House. Awards honored 25 year service. Cherley Betis previously presided. Rev. Larmen Sherwood gave a talk on Making the Most of America.
Mrs Gertrude M Burns senior price clerk at the local rationing office returns to her desk after ten weeks illness. Co workers greet her with a large bouquet of chrysanthemums and a corsage of yellow mums.
Karl Wshrlich husband of Anna Schmidthauer and father of Thomas George and Joseph Wanrlich died December 4 1934. Funeral from residence 1022 Sixth Avenue Wednesday morning at 9 oclock to St Lawrence Church for solemn requiem mass. Friends are invited.
Major Kenneth Dolan spoke at Troy Post Veterans Association about the Battle of Saipan detailing the 105th Infantry efforts to seize the island from Japanese forces. He described the Banzai attack at the regiment command post that cost Lieut Col William O'Brien and others their lives, and a chaplain's letter recounting a veteran's father’s heroism.
Carl Larkin was reelected president of the Uniformed Firemen Association at the Central Fire Station last night, winning 7 votes to McGovern's 5 and For's 1. Edwin Ruff was chosen vice president with 99 votes to 36 for John Marshall. Secretary treasurer was McGrabh unopposed with 142 votes. Frank Hunt had 12 write-in votes. Trustees were McEligott 11, Le Maire 66, Burns 32, defeating Wallace 36, Hooley 41, Carley 2, Bumback 2. Delegates to the state convention were Evers and O’Brien. alternates Cassidy 78, Ketrick 64. Installation planned for first meeting in January.
Weather forecast predicts a thaw with temperatures near the freezing point this afternoon as cloudiness increases. Yesterday's high reached 5 degrees, the warmest since Saturday, with another morning low 9 degrees above zero and statewide cold readings continuing. Syracuse reported six below zero, Utica near, Rome about two below. this morning's low should be around 16 above.
Tran Cauldron Daughters of Mé karna held their annual Christmas party and grab bag last night at Fourth Street rooms. Temarac School children under Mrs. Florence Budia Miller sang carols. They are making plans for a Tancheon on Wednesday December 20 at noon.
The OPA authorized a nine cent per pound increase for Oregon shelled Alberta filberts in all sizes and set new ceiling prices for all galters wholesalers and retailers who established prices before October 18, 1944.
Eugene McLaughlin brother of Miss Buth McLaughlin 53 Jefferson Street is on a thirty day leave with his sister after twenty one months of overseas service. He enlisted in November 182 and went to Africa in March 1823 serving continuously until his return a few days ago, with a break for participation in the conquest of Troy F Bed School.
The War Department lists Raymond L. Beaudoin wounded in action in Europe. He is the husband of Mrs. Mariel Beaudoin of 101st Street Troy. Also named are Walter J. Granger husband of Mrs. Shirley Granger of Hudson Falls and Staff Sgt Charles N. Harrington, son of Mrs. Matge Harrington of Hoosick.
Oldest Odd Fellows lodge in Troy Trojan Lodge observes its 15th anniversary with a dinner at the Jewish Community Center. Deputy Grand Master Elmer Naser and Reuben Cohen lead speakers highlighting fraternalism’s role in postwar world unity. Attendees include past grands Morris Rome and Ben Haiz among others, with Wolf Weidman delivering the final remarks.
About 260 employees at the Gurley Co. will pause from turning out war materials to pray for peace at United Central Lutheran Church as V-Day arrives. If VE Day is announced during work, a 20 to 30 minute prayer and meditation service will be held. Arrangements were made by union members and management led by plant manager Charles F. Smart.
Volunteers meet blood quota again as donors from area and companies including Peabody Co and Arsenal units contribute. Miss Gertrude Moore praises volunteers, notes 22 of 262 examined were rejected, and plans for December drives to aid armed forces are announced.
Alumni at the Reasstiaer Polytechnic Institute monthly meeting heard veterans with recent service share their war memories. Livingston W. Son, newly named PLL president, spoke briefly. Robert B. Graham recounted Corps of Engineers service in the Pacific including Tarawa and the Marianas.
The adjourned auto accident case of Sam LL Goretie involving a collision on Winantskil Sand Lake Road was postponed until Monday. Goretie, of 2062 Ferry Street, faced a drunken driving charge. he was jailed after bail was posted by his attorney William Donohue. Investigation was led by Sergt J G Flubacher of the New York State Police.
The case involves Patrick Pepito an executive of the United Automobile Workers and other parties in Albany County. A grand jury was ordered in Albany with Sidney B. Gordon assisting as state official. The article notes deductions from Pepito’s pay for a two hour vote and social security and unemployment insurance.
The Castleton Auxiliary of the Castleton Post American Legion will initiate eight candidates at a Wednesday night meeting in Castleton Village Hall. Five Gold Star Mothers are among the group. Plans also advance for the annual Christmas party for parents of service members, with Mrs. Iva Leonard in charge of arrangements.
Pte EL Oakley Sharp Jr died in action in Germany on November 5. He was 21 days before his second birthday, per word received by his wife Caralin Grey formerly Miss Caralin Grey. He was from Spring Avenue, served with the Infantry, and had previously trained at Fort Moises Camp Meade and was shipped from Was Sia ach.
A list of attendees and organizers for a Spanish Club event at Troy High School is given. Miss Hach and Miss McTammey are noted leaders, with Esther Ann Powell serving as chairwoman. Refreshments and decorations are planned by committee members Dorotay Wirchert and others.
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