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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1946
Page
6
New York market notes show mixed prices with steady to unchanged bids on staples like rye flour and cornmeal while oil production context hints at industry pressures. Fragmented report mentions winter straights and patents with unclear figures and a stray reference to historical oil output and depth.
A fragmented notice details Pow nal Baker seen at a hospital in New York, George Dunniz at home, and Rex Clayton of Favors cited amid a string of community events. It mentions a January or February date for an agricultural conservation program, a birthday party planned for February 29, and a small fire at 290 River Street.
A choppy session left major indexes mixed as fears of wage clashes and a possible steel strike weighed. Distillers and several industrials led declines while Western Union and Sears Roebuck showed resistance. bonds softened and commodities stayed steadier.
The article notes a broad 1945 earnings decline across major corporations, despite some sectors showing resilience. It cites wartime shifts, rising costs, and tighter profit margins as key factors, with long-term price pressures and contracted demand. The piece discusses government controls and ongoing organizational adjustments shaping corporate profits.
Inheritance tax reports filed Saturday in Rensselaer County Surrogate's Court by Transfer Tax Agent Athy Feward relate to estates of William J. Armstrong and Carrie A. Castle. Armstrong died in the city on December 21 346 with widow Agnes W. Armstrong and son Within J. Armstrong named among heirs. net estate listed as 5130.26 with the entire estate taxed differently. Castle died December 20 1815 with a net estate of 2275.97. no tax due, as law allows. Attorneys Murphy Aldrich Guy Brudericl and Simon represent Armstrong. J Wiley represents Castle’s estate.
Fragmentary wartime account describes Adolf Finer Braun’s last days in a Berlin underground chamber. Secretary of War Patterson faced a bayoneted Russian guard at a restricted entry, pleading and retreating as the guard questioned his identity.
The American Society of Tool Engineers will elect officers at a 6:30 p.m. roast beef dinner at Rindrias Willower Brook Inn on Saratoga Road in California. Maxon, development engineer for New Jersey Mie Casting Co in New York City, will speak on Die Casting.
Home Bureau members study sewing with a demonstration on household tasks. Mrs Wilton Chaat Hoe and Mrs Alo PB Anderson hosted at their homes as members shared tips on vinegar use for cleaning brass and copper.
The Troy Ski Club announced a Friday Olympic event at the YWCA and a proposed trip to Stowe Vermont on February 2. A few reservations remain for the journey, plus plans to sponsor a screening of a skiing film in March.
East Side Men of Third Presbyterian and church members plan a supper and entertainment for Uteubucell servicemen and women who served in World War II. The event Tuesday Feb 5 at 6 30 pm features guest speaker Jacob Wareniin and others, with a two-star list of names among the 65 veterans. Brotherhood Week observance includes Rabbi Julius K CAMA as guest speaker as Community Men’s Club meets today at Interinity Methodist Uae with Ravbi Gouldmann addressing prejudice. The pastor Rev Orrin F Viveson will be master of ceremonies and Women’s Society for Christian Service will prepare and serve supper with Raymond WH Priddle Mrs Lee son and Mrs Theodore Youngs on the supper committee.
Local radio listings outline morning to late night programs across stations with multiple score lines, segments, and personalities. Notable names such as James, Chanera, and McConmt appear amid schedules including weather, news, music, and market updates.
A reader letter argues for Jewish Palestine control, urging Russia and England to back the Jews and advocate Christian unity. The writer implores nations to trust God, promote peace, and oppose hostile actions toward the Arabs, urging foreign aid to stabilize the Middle East.
Judge Kampf will move to the Northern District of New York and take the oath as a federal judge in the Albany federal building tomorrow at 1 p.m. The ceremony will be administered by Glenn Porter with attendees including Federal Judge Stephen Brenning Rep. William P Byrne and Albany Bar Association members led by Joseph J Cagey. Kampf will resign as police justice today at 2 20 p.m. with a successor to be named later.
A Lincoln themed program at School No 17 features songs recitations and banners celebrating Abe Lincoln. Students from multiple grades present pieces including The Boy Lincoln American the Beautiful and Young Abe Lincoln alongside a Valentine Box reading and a memory song. The event includes multiple named students and teachers guiding performances.
Funeral services for Philip G. Dion veteran employee at We He Frew and Ca were conducted Saturday from Mason Chapel at 188 Second Avenue with a Mass of Requiem led by Rev. Harvey J. Besseule. Interment followed at St. Jean Cemetery with Walter Bessette officiating. a large delegation from Dion's longtime workplace attended.
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