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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1945
Page
4
A jagged summary traces rocket use from 13th century China to later European adaptations. It notes early Chinese firework devices evolving into weaponry, European ambassadors like Congreve refining rocket artillery, and later naval and battlefield applications including bombardments at Boulogne and Copenhagen, with cultural echoes in the US anthem inspired by rockets at Fort McHenry.
Round Lake Perry has returned home after weeks with her grandparents in Whitehall. Mrs Addison Kingsley and daughter Doreex have been visiting. Bar Scour Week observances at the Methodist Church begin with 10:30 morning devotions led by Rev Chester A L Finch. Marilyn Diresta of the Canadian Women's Army Corps on leave from Ottawa visits her mother Mrs Claire Zahacheck while her husband serves at Fort Sam Houston. The Methodist finance committee met, and the fourth quarterly conference is set for Feb 21 with Rev Frank Bevan in charge. Mrs Neil Hesson Jr heads the Women's Round Lake Improvement Society which will hold its executive meeting Feb 0 due to fuel issues. Mrs Edgar Seabury chaired Round Lake Home Bureau Monday evening. A time party is planned for Feb 5 at Mrs Richard Gorsline’s home with refreshments and tickets handled by Mrs Brown and others. A regular sale and decorations will be announced later.
Community notices list guests and visits including Mrs. Albert G. Sabin identified as Mrs. Theresa Foster of ZEagie and Lema Robertson of Hess Fale with Mrs. Mary E. Chapman. The Home Bureau reports three events and a guest. Guild of the Holy Name to hold an all day meeting at Mrs. Thomas Lee's home with Mrs. Lee and Mrs. Elmer Hamilton hosting. W S C S members elect officers for one year led by President Mrs. Arthur Cockfair and Vice President Mrs. William Bathery with Treasurer Mr. Louis Karteaaa.
Breck M. Ames, commissioner of public safety, urged parents to curb sleigh riding on streets after dangerous conditions. He cited limited police to patrol key routes and noted riders endangering drivers by crossing mid-block, urging pedestrians to use sidewalks and street ends for safety.
The Jewish Boy Scouts of Troy plan special services at Beth Israel Congregation tonight at 8 pm for Boy Scout Week led by Rabbi J. Feicher with prayers by scout members. An Oneg Shabbos hour follows, and Sabbath services are set for Tuesday at 2 5 pm with a children’s service tomorrow at 10 30 am. Sunday features Father and Son services at 4 pm, followed by a community breakfast and round-table discussion.
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