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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1947
Page
16
Thirty pieces by Byra Tise Nvlista are on display at Ray Library and Whitley Therm Unt Feb 27. The exhibit features prints, wood and clay works, including painting and collage pieces, with works credited to APL Gallery partners.
Obituary notes the death of Philip Wilkinson and mentions relatives Sydney decks? No, scarce. The piece honors Victoria Optha and lists Wilkinsons and mourners including a sister-in-law and niece, with Luzon wartime reference and memorial date hints.
The text presents a fragmented obituary style item with numerous garbled names and places. It references a hospital event and mentions individuals such as a daughter Shayne Tole and others linked to Merhateville, Tuy, and Valles Atie Proe. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Fragmented obituary items list numerous individuals and locations such as Waterford Welland and New Haven with references to funerals, memorials, and family relations. The garbled text cites services at various churches and cemeteries and mentions addresses and dates, but the overall story remains a jumble of personal notices rather than a single coherent item.
Dr Robert B Phinkell of Tygy announces appointment of Dr Plunkett to lead the expanded tuberculosis eradication program. The plan includes county hospital integration, extensive research, and nationwide prevention goals as Edw S Godfrey Jr confirms the move.
An event at a college media unit hosted by Mele Campbell and 0ho Methodist COUCH featured a supervised workshop aiming to honor students. The gathering, labeled as an anniversary observance, took place on a Wednesday in February, with attendance noted from Tender college media and Vonlien Presiteml.
A dense OCR fragment lists numerous family names, locations, and dates for memorials, funerals, and church services. It mentions Watervliet New York. Cohoes. Green Durands. Oakwood Cemetery. St. Joseph Stawart. various relatives and parish actions across several towns, with dates in the March period and references to church services and processions. The passage reads like a roving obituary and memorial notice page with many names and familial relations.
The Catholic Daughters of America marked the 38th anniversary with a dinner at the church annex in Kew. Clergy and community leaders praised the group’s long service while urging continued loyalty to Catholic values and charitable works.
Parrish elected president of the Community Chest at a meeting with officers named. The executive committee includes Russell, Kanory, Greer, Poallue, and Kendall Roberts. A budget chairman and committee members are listed with multiple named individuals.
South Troy Post of VFW to form auxiliary as an aid to the post. Meeting led by Commander J. Carmody. Appointment of committees to coordinate social night, admissions, and a June program with Sacred Meat Point veterans. Building fund update and reports from delegates presented.
Mrs Lyons of Waterford has been appointed supreme deputy for the Albany Diocese for the Ladies Catholic Benevolent Association. She will serve as president of the Bernarde Branch, has held leadership roles in Erin, and is active in multiple women’s organizations in the Troy area.
An accident on Albany-Saraco Road about four miles north of Bogat Cobner’s injured two people and led to the arrest of driver Charles Leffort on a charge of driving while intoxicated. Mrs Anna tleckman, 31, of Mechanivellia RD 1, suffered facial lacerations. Leffort, 87, of Bunlington, reported lacerations. Both vehicles were moved from the scene. Leffort was jailed in Albany County Jail pending arraignment.
The Weather Bureau reports near zero conditions easing tonight as official readings hover around five degrees above zero. Snow from yesterday’s storm swirls on area highways while plows and snow crews act to clear streets and widen lanes.
The County Red Cross will meet Monday at 7580 p.m. to discuss continuation and possible enlargement of the Nurses Aide Corps of the County Chapter. Mrs Sanford C. Cluek chairs the corps and invited all members to attend. Mrs Gertrude Lind and Mrs Barbara Loughre will address the disaster services unit from the Novi Amolic Area. The corps performed admirably during the war with 150 volunteers providing 20 847 hours of service at local hospitals and memorials. the effort will continue as long as hospitals remain in need.
An unnamed man was removed to the station following a confrontation on Tau Street. Police say James WV and others intervened after the man damaged property and threatened bystanders. He was later charged and held for further questioning.
County to hold a test in April for public health nurse positions. Applicants must be graduates of an approved nursing school and complete a one year public health program or equivalent, with entrance salaries up to a specified amount.
The Troy Methodist Conference hosts a public youth speaking contest Sunday afternoon at the Wit Avemy Estate Street Methodist Church as part of a national program. Participants from Troy, Springfield, Vis Vinder, Ragie Mils, and Pitteneld compete for district prizes and the conference capstone, with the winner representing Troy for a $500 jurisdictional award and a Methodist university or college scholarship. Judge panel includes Rev. Herold W. Gril, with Thomas C. Treharne and other local education leaders serving as judges. contest presided by Het, Herold W. Gril.
A Troy couple arranged a compassionate visit to Palestine on May 2, aiming to see Mrs. Rich Man’s daughter and meet relatives in Haifa and Jerusalem. They sought Zionist group support, with Mrs. Rich Man’s parents in Vel Avis backing the journey, and both families preparing for a possible broader family gathering during the trip.
Shoppers braved snow and cold to support a postwar Dollar Day sale. Merchants reported strong early turnout and sales, with 180 businesses operating and crowds awaiting bargains despite frigid weather. Retail leaders said results topped prewar levels and August bargains, aided by wife shoppers and steady store hours.
The article notes a session where Arent physicians will hear a specialist on vision deformities. It mentions Handvick Mdsnn Wy Dr Ry Straatsma in New York City and references a meeting of ophthalmology professionals with unclear affiliations and dates. Named entities include New York City and Eye Bae, Noss.
Fire in Lansingburg South End home injures a man and causes about $10,000 in damage. Investigators note flames damaged the kitchen and several rooms as crews evacuated residents and battled the blaze. Details on cause were not immediately determined.
Special Agent Leannd Blaylock urged curb juvenile crime at a Prudent Chamber of Commerce gathering. He cited rising offenses by youths, advocating early intervention to stop youths from becoming professionals. Francis Miner and a civic committee announced plans to boost teen welfare programs. next junior chamber meeting set for March 5.
Postmaster Frank M. Collins announced the Troy Post Office will add six new appointments to its force. The new staff members include William Kreiner, Fred G. Watson, Charles J. Long, Jr., Chad F. Flynn, Ly Finnelly, and Joe Levery. They will serve on probation, with permanent ratings after a qualifying exam. The expansion covers regulars and substitutes across mail handling, custodial work, delivery, and special services, aimed at boosting wartime returnee staffing.
The John Sambrook Menieyist Award will be presented February 20 at a dinner honoring an outstanding member of the Boys Club. Directors and grandparents are expected to attend with the glee club performing under Richard Twenty.
Ross is slated to speak at the annual meeting of the trustees of the Rensselaer County Historical Society today at 5:13 p.m. in the Troy Library. Dr. Donald L. McMurry, president, will preside.
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