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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1949
Page
7
Postmaster Tremblay says Christmas mail volume nears peak with a record likely this year. Postal staff handle avalanche of mail as temporary workers come on, auxiliary staff already functioning, and crowds could be eased by early purchase of stamps for cards and gifts.
Officers of the Methodist Men’s Club at the First Methodist Church Colines will be elected at a 7:30 p.m. meeting in the church parlors with Arthur Ashdown presiding. Installation will occur at the annual Ladies Night banquet Monday Jan. 16. Tonight’s session will feature sound motion pictures and refreshments. The Methodist Youth Fellowship will hold a care party starting from the church Wednesday at 6:40 p.m. Members will return to the church for refreshments.
Two Danish groups join toHost first annual New Year’s Eve party for Danish People’s Society and Godshaab Lodge. Event at Dania Mall Dania Hall with a baked ham supper at 7:30 pm, mid night snack, and social gathering. Marius Thasmussen chairs. Chris Jensen cochair. Irving Jensen secretary. Andrew Nichsen treasurer. Langermann leads supper committee. Jensen brothers finance. Bentzen chairs novel Lies committee.
Pet. Thomas S. McDonald of Ticonderoga a member of Heavy Mortar Co 1051 Infantry has been chosen by the government to take part in examinations in March for appointment to the U S Military Academy at West Point He served a year in Co K Sixth Infantry State Guard during World War II and enlisted in the 106th Infantry last March.
Alma Brown Everingham will lead her pupils in a revival at Topmont Calvary Methodist Sunday School. A Christmas party at Calvary Methodist Church for Fairview Home children featured music and games led by Bella Galloway. Theodore Metabe acted as Santa Claus while George Whitney chaired the event with aides including Mrs Harold Robinson and others. Howard Conaver handled transportation and Edwin Morey contributed to the singing.
Washington reports that Defense Johnson and Sec state will ask Congress to extend the peace time draft for three more years. A $16.7 million annual fund is sought to maintain a nationwide youth registration system through age 25. Johnson argues continuation is vital to national security amid Cold War tensions.
Dl Johnson notes fears abroad that selective service could clash with Atlantic Pact and military aid programs. He says the three year extension proposal remains, while Congress trims dates to two months and younger ages. Critics argue peacetime draft unnecessary. Senator Tydings warns extension may struggle for approval.
The Manor Unit of Albany County Home Bureau held a Thursday night meeting at the Cohoes YWCA on Mohawk Street. Instructors Mia Joseph Pinney and Mrs. Robert Langit led lessons on Christ man Kreans. A Christmas party followed with vocal selections by Mrs. Albert Babyak and Mrs. Frank Mickel and Santa Claus gifts by Mrs. Henry Trahan. Refreshments were provided by a committee led by Mrs. Robert Knoop, Mrs. Howard Weber, and Mrs. Helen Dunn.
University of Cincinnati trashmen show surprising increases in height and weight over three years. Average height climbs to 5 feet 129 inches while total weight rises significantly, with notable gains among new entrants. Data imply shifting body measures across the squad.
The scene shows women watching with amusement as a husband carries the week’s groceries. His arms are full and a baby sits in a green carrier strapped to his back, emphasizing a bustling domestic moment in a Memphis setting.
A corrective device, molded to fit between teeth and lips, auto opens when the mouth opens. The invention aims to quiet a noisy soarer by providing a comfortable fit and automatic release.
Fragmented text discusses selective service mobilization and a future national emergency. Mentions New York drug stores and Robert Pischelia as secretary of the American Pharmaceutical Company. Notes frequency of pharmacy visits as a health education tool.
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