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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1947
Page
15
Cohoes Common Council moves to authorize and advertise bids for a new 250,000 gallon water tank at the filtration plant. The project aims to replace failing pumps and strengthen water pressure, with bids due at the mayor’s office on a date to be set. The council also approved a six month water rental rate and set hearings for further discussion.
Cahoes Wo We hosts a pinochle tournament with Blues versus Reds. High scorers include Wilfred Seger and Joseph Waterhouse for the Blues and John Seluafield and George Geamnger for the Reds, with several players listed and scores noted. The next round is scheduled to be played at the venue.
A wedding announcement notes the marriage of Agnes Gustafson of 7 Mehlwain Avenue to Robert Kagner at St John’s Episcopal Church in Cohoes. The ceremony was conducted by Rev Schuyler Ohen. Attendants were William Slighes and Leonard dachoson. The couple will reside at 7 Melwain Avenue. Guests came from Oswego Schenectady Albany Geneva and North Adams Mass.
The Greenwich Library will close on Wednesday in observance of Lincoln's birthday. Kenneth Bitevin and others face disputes and a move involves local facilities. A planned relocation for the Wille Swan Hotel is mentioned with regulatory notes and dates.
Newtonville and Colonie district groups held a combined ceremony at Stena College inviting leaders and notable figures. The event highlighted fundraising, spending amounts, and national ranking implications, with mentions of Pa and New York connections and ongoing statistical updates.
Plans outline new pedestrian routes at a municipal housing project potential links to Vanderhisyden Hall and KUL area. The mayor indicated the KPHA would be invited to approve a sidewalk plan in front of the homes amid weather related delays and contractor schedules.
D Phelan receives permanent citation for his Bronze Star Medal from the Navy during World War II. The award notes his actions aboard USS Enterprise during a March 20, 1945 dive bombing incident in which he assisted wounded sailors under dangerous conditions, reflecting gallantry and devotion to duty in combat operations against Japanese forces.
Building permits totaling 116 jobs were issued January 10 per John J. Haatop, superintendent. One warehouse permit valued at 10,000, plus five alterations, four demolitions, and several installations. Eighteen inspections on combustible materials and five more on fire safety noted. Ten complaints were received and investigated.
Visehor Ferry We and Mes Raymond White and sons celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary with a family dinner at their home on Wednesday. The Visehin Ferry Volunteer Fire Co held a round cake event at Mohawk Valley Geinga Friday evening, Feb. 4, with music by Pal Brown and Wie oMebester. Church events include Woodlawn Reformed Church in Schenectady hosting communion service and Sunday School, with youth jewelry follow up. Local clubs met at various homes for society and party plans, while Mrs. Pail received thanks for donations during her illness and new members joined the Ladies Aid Society events at Amnaty Reformed Church.
Fragmentary clipping reports Johnsonville airings and a misled Wyoleshy couple drawn into a divorce matter. It mentions Charles Welling and Mrs Clarence Wyoleshy, a con artist named Singer, and Ida Darla Maso with a fine related to an alleged offense. Also notes a Migston Stay Group Meet evening event hosted by Mrs. John Sewell.
The Schuylerville area prepares for a meeting on Tuesday to organize early steps for a tax plan. Local officials and volunteers from the Schuylerville district discuss firehouse renovations, school association roles, and community events including a tag day and memorial efforts.
Veterans of Word Whe UH Were obligated by membership In the tew Bramas A Kellay Chapter DAV at its meeting Wednesday at the post roux. Frank Howe led the ceremony with past commanders assisting. An Order of Trench Ratty the tan and honor society of Disabled Water Grins was completed. Officers elected included James Golden and Anthony Reilano for key posts. Plans were made for education and institution of a civic program with national officers invited.
The article lists weekly worship and church activities across several meetings. Rev John C Hawenstein preaches at Presbyteran Church. Sunday School led by Russell McLean. midweek Methodist programs include a movie night King of King and a parent child gathering. Youth Fellowship plans travel to midwinter Institute. Brotherhood and Mission Sunday observed.
Waterford village activities are detailed as college seniors and their instructor conclude a study covering government, health, history, and service clubs. They visited the village to learn community operations and plan teaching in New York high schools next year.
Miss Grace Hardee daughter of Mr and Mrs Jasse Hardee of Waterford sails on the Queen Ellenbeth February 5 to resume duties as nurse at Lindau Missionary Hospital Muscorrie India. She formerly worked at Leonard Hospital and St Luke's Denver and has five years of prior India service before the war.
A dense summary of multiple church events listed for Sunday including Waterford Methodist, Waterford Baptist, and Wesleyan Methodist locations. Activities include morning services at 7:30 and 9:30, youth programs, choir singings, and sermons by Rev. R H Allen Cooper and Rev G a Kneplea. Details mention troop involvement, adult and junior worship, and broadcasts.
New York Captain of Police, Edward F. Fagan of the New York Police Department, will conduct classes at the Board of Supervisors' Court House in Troy next Friday. Sessions run from 2 to 6 pm and 7 to 10 pm, as part of the advance training for Troy officers. Police officials discuss inspections, searches, first aid demonstrations, and arrest procedures with local chiefs and agents involved.
Governor Dewey received an award for outstanding service at a northeastern district meeting. The presentation was made by a committee acting on behalf of the association. Mitty colleges were represented, with two-day sessions at Union College in Schenectady.
Green Island hosts midwinter bowling with a 7 pm start at Cronyn Street rooms led by Teague and Edward Hoffern. The program features a match between captains Hoffern and Helfern, with Arthur Helfern as organizer, plus music and cards, under Chanter Castle and Davie. Holy Name Society plans Holy Communion. school news notes six Heatly School girls named for a prep day program. local sports report covers St. Rose, Skidmore, New Rochelle, Mount Holyoke standings and results.
Funeral services were conducted for Dr Rubin Ryvkin a physician dentist and town health official from Bays L. Sik berg Funeral Home 1813 Fifth Avenue Try with Charlie White Garfield funeral director in charge. Burial followed at New Mount Ida Cemetery with Rabb Junds and Gulmann involved at Third Street Temples arrangements.
A brief court notice states that David Firaude of 22 Fonelli Street pleaded not guilty to charges of burglary and heating of a watch in a second degree incident. Bail was continued as the adjournment was noted yesterday.
A chaotic withdrawal along the Peiping-Tientsin railway occurs as American troops depart. Marines guard transport, with Lt Gen. Alvan C. Gillem and others coordinating the exit. Chinese forces, including communists, threaten rail lines elsewhere as the U.S. plans repatriation and reassignment through three months of further operations.
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