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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1944
Page
5
A Cleveland news item describes taxi fleets evaluating two way radio equipment for emergency communication. The piece notes the system’s reception among drivers and officials, detailing the equipment as a mix of car phones and signaling devices, and mentions demonstrations and public service implications.
A garbled health warning describes kidney discomfort and toxins affecting the body. It mentions kidney tubes, blood waste, headaches, and eyes, urging relief products like Doat'e Pills and Gez Dana's Bit adr for quck symptom relief.
German radio claims Marshal von Rundstedt has ordered withdrawals to the west of the Brest area in Belgium and to the southern flank. The move is said to be part of a planned plan as American air power and Third Army pressure react.
The Commerce Department warns that leftover fats from American kitchens will be in demand again in 1915. Officials say one billion pounds of fats and oils will be taxed, with sales starting October 1, as part of the government effort.
Cabbies licensed by the FCC recall old days when taxis were scarce and vehicles were manual. Smith, chairman of the National Association of Taxi Owners, tests a radio equipped cab system in his 43rd car, arguing two way contact reduces missed calls. Initial equipment cost is 600 dollars per unit, but service gains may repay the investment.
First Lieut Vincent B Sheeran, decorated with the Croix de Guerre by France on Dec 4, is wounded again in Germany on Dec 11. He already holds the Bronze Star and Purple Heart from prior actions in France. His mother Mrs Anna J Sheeran of 244 Third Street received the War Department telegram and a Dec 14 letter from him describing shrapnel wounds to his left foot right hand and leg not serious. He fought at Metz and is a former member of the 105th Infantry. a brother serves in the First Marine Division at Camp Pendleton California after Guadalcanal and Cape Gloucester campaigns.
The U S submarine Seawolf is overdue from patrol and presumed lost. Navy officials said Lieut Comdr Alpert Sei Boatier of White Plains New York is missing, with 62 crew aboard the 100 ton submersible. The Seawolf’s loss raises U S submarine casualties to 28 overdue or presumed lost and two destroyed to prevent capture since the war began.
The OPA predicted lower retail prices for shoes and shoe repair and noted it could not estimate the extent. It said reductions in leather producer and wholesale prices could lower ceiling prices, with action to bring retail levels down to follow.
Chester Heffner, in Army duty in Texas, enjoys furlough with wife and daughter Diana. The Wes ton sisters from Troy spend Christmas with their brother. Arthur Weston and family, the Wiliam W Brecht couple, and Edward and Rollin Rhrepp families share Christmas visits. Raymond Probest of Pittsfield and Marie Bubie, Navy hospital ward, each spend holidays with relatives.
Governor Dewey scheduled a statewide radio broadcast from the executive mansion to coincide with the opening of the 2845 legislative session. The 6:35 p.m. Eastern War Time address will include a report to the people and a discussion of the annual message. Governor Hasley Comptroller Moore and Attorney General Goldstein will attend a Tuesday afternoon session with 129 Republican legislators.
Four Trojans and several others join the 397th Infantry Regiment of the 10th Division on the Seventh Army front in Eastern France. They fight in the Vosges Mountains near Baccarat amid mud and harsh cold as part of a new unit applying a noted tactic against German forces. Names listed include Camillo J. Farina, William J. Burke, Joseph J. Lake, William M. Radford, Robert J. Vanderheyden, Leeson F. Pivan, Edward Sicko, Bronislaw Lis, Richard C. Pillsbury, Arcangelo S Giulianelli, Joseph Funaro, Gordon L. Barry, William Bedard, Joseph A Jordan, and Thomas M. McGhan, with hometowns in Troy, Green Island, Cohoes, Waterford, Mechaneville, Hoosick Falls, Saratoga, and Rensselaer.
General Arnaldo Azzi, 59, who urged reorganizing the Halian army in a newspaper article, was relieved of command by the Italian war ministry in the Lazio region. The article in L Italia Libera called for a national army, removing the king’s oath and democratizing officer enlisted relations amid Socialist and fascist press reactions.
The Troy Encampment OC F held a Golden Rule degree conferment for a class at Diamond Rock Hall with Degree Master Grand Scribes Alexander C. Schafer in charge. A second class will receive the degree January 10. Floyd Bronson chaired the by law committee with Fred Hunziker and Schafer. North Star Encampment from Jonesville sent a delegation. refreshments were served under supervision of Coakies Wend. A member joined by transfer from Wilton Encampment Saliston Spa. Schafer led as chief patriarch.
East Side brief highlights family visits and a military note. Ruth Ball visited Edward Vope at Glens Falls. Robert Minkler, wounded in action and Purple Heart recipient, awaits furlough to visit sister Mrs. Bruce Fisher before travel to Sampson for further treatment. Others entertain or travel, with Dr. Ramsden in Boston and Join Rooney returning from a throat operation.
The Associated Press reports Churchill, reacting to a sniper attempt on him outside the British embassy in Athens, uttered two words as quoted by London radio via CBS. The remark read What shocks.
State Department of Commerce predicted good New Year’s skiing at state resorts during the week end. Reports indicate Keens Valleys four inches of new powder on a 32 inch base and similar conditions at Lake Placid with six inches of new snow noted.
Reports list powder and packed powder depths across Adirondack and upstate towns including Old Forge Moth Creek Saranpe Lake and Saratoga Springs. Conditions range from excellent skiing with 34 inches powder in places to 8 inches powder on 15 inches base with above freezing readings and ongoing snowfall.
The report notes Sehvoon Lake powder 5 inches on a 10 inch old base with odd biting. Speculator reports six inches powder on 20 inches old base. Conditions described as above fair to excellent with clear visibility.
Fragmentary note describes using two alaes towels to dry dishes faster and mentions a fresh dey towel and hand disposal in a casual, unsure voice. No clear names or dates.
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