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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1944
Page
17
Tesbiv of tme PPrAgecies express gratitude to those who offered support after feceel bereaves. The note thanks friends, families, and communities for sympathy and practical help during the time of loss, acknowledging kindness and prayers.
In memoriam for Freemastle with a somber verse prayer for eternal rest. The text laments loneliness and death, speaks of angels watching over the departed, and ends with familial signatures including Mother Father and Brother. The fragment preserves a religious and elegiac tone typical of obituaries.
Birth notices list multiple 1934 1944 deliveries including Bellard Partisano Yensonnault Peterson Smith Soril and others with details of parents and former names, noting hospital births at Cohoes Samaritan and Trey Hospitals. Christine Marie Anni Marie Barbara Jean Francine Dale details included.
A crowded obituary notice set records for multiple local deaths with names including Mary C Duris George D Browne and relatives such as Mrs Arthur T Newland and Capt George W Brown Sr Funeral details note service at St Paul the Apostle Church and Oakwood Cemetery among others, with several other bereavement notices listed for Clickner Couterema McCarty Miller Murphy Ormsby and Ormsby family members.
War Bond appeals broadcast in theaters as Frank E. Sheary leads a curtailing series through Saturday. He warns that rising money in circulation lowers savings purchasing power and urges investing in War Bonds to fight inflation and support the war effort. Local speakers from the Sixth War Loan drive include veterans organizations and unions.
Joseph Hager, 64, of 58 State Street, is in Leonard Hospital with possible fracture of the ankle, spine injury, and left leg fracture after being struck by a car at Broad and Fourth Streets in Waterford last night. He was taken to the hospital around 8 30 pm, his condition listed as fair, under care of Dr. F J Scott.
Mary Leart died April 27 1944 leaving bequests totaling 2650 to religious societies in Rensselaer and naming Michael O Leary as executor. Edward Poland transfer tax attorney filed the report showing gross estate 1242.71 with no tax and residue net estate 38971 to the husband. James and Killen of Albany represent the estate.
Hospital and funeral notices list multiple individuals including Mary J. Helier and Grace Wells. Dates December 12 and December 10 1834 mark obituaries, with times of funerals at homes and chapels. Residents named include Henrietta Vanderpool Osisthorp Charlie Reinhart and Harold Wells, with services at George F. McLoughin & Son 309 Sixth Ave and Mazon Chapel Oakwood Cemetery.
Rev William P Morris former Brick Presbyterian pastor told the Presbyterian Union of Troy at Ninth Presbyterian Church that Christ's words are simple yet profound and focus on creed culture and code. unity lies in hearing and following His teachings. The meeting included remarks by Rev Henry D Smith and Rev Robert MacAuley, carols sung by Rev William J Clark, and a February 1 meeting scheduled at Waterford church with speaker W H McConaghy of Albany.
East Side Association members debated establishing youth facilities for ages 12 to 14 with full recreation options. Cart G. iS Ant Svengson and Mors. Ye Austin named a committee to consult with other groups on feasibility before a final decision. Warren H. Peters became treasurer, Marvin R. Whitman chair of the winter meeting committee, and plans continued for Christmas Eve carol sings led by Harry D. A $160 appropriation was approved for East Side Troy Public Library purchases of children’s books.
Mrs Nancy Middleton Robinson 23 of Loudonville died at Albany Hospital from a bullet wound to the head. Found in bed at home yesterday morning. Coroner Nealon withholding decision. Trooper Minnicki investigating with State Police. Mother Mrs Lawrence King of St Paul heard the shot and found her daughter unconscious. Mrs Robinson, a GE Co draftsman in Schenectady, had been ill for weeks. Wound fired with a 48 caliber revolver.
Russell Sage College and Station WERY hosted a panel in Blush Hal featuring Dr. Harrison Summers and Dr. Kenneth Barzler on Programs for Children and Radio in the Classroom. Raymond J. Hannon, treasurer of Trey Savings Bank, welcomed attendees to the weekly program. Dr Bart Tet led a broadcast on How Do You Pronounce I with experts Jeanette Dark and others.
The Troy Chamber of Commerce board heard a report on city finances including taxes and debt reduction since 1939, with praise for past administrations. Dwight Marvin attended, airline and housing talks were planned for future meetings, and airport expansion and housing programs were discussed under new CAA classifications.
Bolton Relief Corps to elect officers at 2 S pm in Danish Brothers and Hell after a covered dish supper at 6 30 pm. Mrs Mabel Baker, president, will preside. supper organized by Mrs Bessie Countois.
Arthur Alfred Trudell of Cohoes was among ten people indicted by a federal grand jury in Utica for alleged violations of the Selective Service law. Judge Stephen W. Brennan presided. Trudell faced charges of failure to report for induction at Hoosick Falls.
Mechanicville Red Cross Chapter sponsored a blood bank event at Assembly Hall. Donors contributed 233 pints, with Rev. Francis Church of the Assumption among notable contributors. Nurses and volunteers coordinated registration, refreshments, and donor care, while the project aims to return to Mechanicville in February.
Jack Bergman formerly ran Master Cleaners and Dyers at 265 Fifteenth Street since September 1, 183. The operation is now managed by Joseph De Simone at the same address and under the same name. Benjamin Marsicano, attorney for both parties, filed the certificates with the county office.
Former State Senator John F. Mackrell is named vice president of the New York State Bar Association for the Third Judicial District covering Rensselaer Albany Columbia Greene Ulster and Sullivan Counties. He is a former deputy secretary of state and Troy corporation counsel and chairs multiple boards including the Selective Service advisory group and Lansingburgh School Board.
Local pharmacist Mor Joe Marra, a Republican, pleaded guilty to a reduced larceny charge while facing 25 counts of second degree forgery and two counts of second degree grand larceny tied to forged school vouchers. The case involves Albany officials and a probe into higher ups. Marra was released on a $3,000 bond and may testify as the inquiry continues.
Judge Referee Lyman Ringurn awarded multiple workers compensation sums for varying degrees of injury. Berton Boesse received 2496 for 16 percent loss of use of the right arm while employed by Noble and Wood Machine Co. Other recipients include Frank H. St for 355.58 employed by Russell Sage College, Ste ia Morris 1114.33, Richard Matthews 915, Frank B. McShane 960.22, Dornisick 812.15, Samuel Ragetula 402.59, John L. Harrison 574, and Tiothy J. Sweeney 306. All cases involve employment with various firms such as the Wood Flory Corp, Virginia Pulp & Paper Co, American Locomotive Co, and others. the court continued some awards for future compensation periods.
A cross section of Parican path opinion positions Edwin F. Jaerkis as state and Jane H. Todd acting chairman will name each party leader. The state committee will elect a chairman mid January after districts are apportioned. Names linked include Thomas J. Curran, Arthur Schwartz, Russell Sprague, Willem Bleak, Thomas F. E. Broderick, and Charles W. Perry.
Fragmented wartime note reports surrender and chaotic action in a recent Pacific battle. Rounding details describe Japanese forces yielding under fire as units move toward a forward area. Quotes from a sergeant hint at unsteady morale and confusion amid the engagement.
Republican candidates who won last election will be honored Monday night in The Hendrick Hudson under the auspices of the Rensselaer County Republican Women's Club. The event marks the New Year’s reception for party leaders and office holders. Three county offices are held by Douglas Hudson welfare commissioner Hastings treasurer and Finch assemblyman. County Judge Harry Cinton serves as toastmaster with remarks from prominent party members. Marty Komerz and his string ensemble will provide music.
Mrs. H R Perkins of Brunswick spoke at School 14 PTA about safe, muscular development toys for toddlers. She described homemade slide boards, peg boards, pull toys, blocks, and outdoor items like sandboxes and wood piles to promote cooperation and play skills, with a audience of kindergarten classes and 433 members.
Tobacco dealers must file base prices by December 30. The rule applies to all tobacco products including cigars and cigarettes sold by retailers such as restaurants, newsstands, gas stations, and drug stores. Dealers using current prices on their stationery risk violation if they miss the deadline.
A board of supervisors adopted a resolution to raise the salary of the Commissioner of Public Welfare to 356 per year with a note of earlier pay levels. The measure, seconded by Eup gene H. Lross, faced discussion about relative compensation with other offices. Weather delayed the meeting start and a resignation occurred, with several salary and mortgage tax figures read aloud as part of the session.
St Josephs Church led a Troy area clothing drive totaling 26 8 pounds for European relief, with churches across the diocese contributing. The drive, part of UNREL A relief efforts, gathered over 13 million pounds of wearable clothing from Catholic communities nationwide, including substantial donations from St Ann’s and St Mary’s.
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