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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1949
Page
4
Watkins Glen resident Mrs Charter Quirk amasses a notable button collection inherited through marriage. The feature notes her long fascination with buttons and the growing adult interest in button collecting as a hobby.
Mrs Quirk and fellow button enthusiasts gather for a convention to share diverse pieces from a large inherited collection. They discuss valuable buttons, including a "Children's Circuit" circus button and other historical images, plus methods to test materials like jet.
City police logged several minor mishaps from slick roads yesterday morning. A three quarter tan truck driven by Lewis P. Jenson skidded on Campbell Avenue and overturned in a ditch. Courtland Greene reported a Quality Laundry Co truck struck his car and also went into a ditch. Patrolmen investigated the Campbell Avenue incident. One pedestrian fell on Peppies Avenue injuring Sarah Slattery, who was taken to Samaritan Hospital for X rays and possible arm fracture. Francia B Yetto was promoted to electrician's mate third class aboard the U S S Volador with the Pacific Fleet. He entered the Navy in 1947 and trained at Bainbridge.
Sheriff Charles A. Laverance of Ranéssleer County joins a nationally backed effort to save lives on highways. Sheriff Robert G. Wasimer of Broome County chairs the state sheriffs association campaign promoting bus safety, poster displays, and talks to schools and service groups to shield children and curb rising traffic risks.
Sheriff Charlies A Leverence warned that cutting trees on private property without legal rights risks legal action. He noted complaints about trespassers invading rural properties to harvest Christmas trees and urged residents to verify authority before cutting.
Authorities warn of frequent audh thefts at year end and land abutting Tombasnock Reservoir where many Christmas trees grow. Deputy Charris and State Police monitor the area. anyone taking trees will be detained and presented before a justice of the peace.
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