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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1946
Page
17
Fragmented OCR notes describe rural interest in aging rifles and powder weapons across several states, with references to old time gun makers, types such as flintlock and percussion muskets, and scattering mentions of shooters and local figures. No clear event or date emerges from the text.
Report from New York City on how a simple motto influences behavior and preparation in youth programs. A group leader discusses the impact of readiness and practical values on scout activities amid community discussions.
The article describes early 18th century rifle development by German and Welsh settlers in Pennsylvania. It outlines percussion ignition using a fixed hammer striking priming powder, replacing earlier flintlocks. It notes the Kentucky rifle from Lancaster, weighing 7 to 12 pounds with a 44 inch barrel, and mentions heavier variants up to 34 pounds.
Santa Claus commission announces orange bags of nuts fruit and candy for about 5000 orphans. Warren Fountain known as Mrs Santa delivers the annual supply with 18 sacks of walnuts totaling 1800 pounds at 40 cents a pound from Se B Halliburton operator.
The Navy reports a Misch Florida experiment using radar to film a storm from an observation plane. Radar returns showed water droplets creating pattern echoes, aiding weather plotting and forecasting. The effort, described as the first successful airborne storm radar film, could enhance reconnaissance of tropical systems.
Round Lake George Aled Jr of Kingston fled here with mixed family. Milford M Brandt returned to Haddonfield for a death in law. Women's Society of Christ in Service meets with covered dish lunch. Nativity film to be shown at Methodist Church. Round Lane Youth Center opens with open house. NS rituals, carols, and a Christmas program planned. Center funded by community, run by a committee. open Tue Fri Sat Sun hours.
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