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The analy of the late Fre atiwer 7 SCHREFER thanks for expressions of sympathy and kindness shown to Nana Cook and family.
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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1945
Page
12
The analy of the late Fre atiwer 7 SCHREFER thanks for expressions of sympathy and kindness shown to Nana Cook and family.
In memoriam of Joseph, a redirection of invasion begets longing. The lines say death on an island far away, heartsick family awaiting return. Parents, spouse, sister and niece Donna Lee send prayers and hope for guidance home.
Births, deaths, and funeral notices scattered through a local page. Listings include a Gawir son at Leonard Hospital February 15 and a Kapitula daughter at Contes Hospital February 12, plus multiple obituaries and requiem masses across Schenectady, Albany, and Cohoes with names such as Burns, Connelly, Cummings, Hamilton, Kelley, McDonald, Metzner, Miller, and Erphy, along with parish service details and interment plans.
A severe cold wave from the west swept Troy area with an official low of nine above zero. The Weather Bureau predicted 33 to 45 more hours of cold, with temperatures near ten above and higher tomorrow. Mild relief expected later as fuel stockpiles and deliveries were noted, with forecasts of return to normal in about two weeks.
Seymour J. Miller lifelong Sand Lake resident and farmer died after a heart condition worsened by burns suffered in a brush fire two years earlier. He spent nearly two years as a Troy Hospital patient, affiliated with Sand Lake Baptist Church. Survived by wife Blanche, brother Albert Miller, and sister Mrs. Parker Shaw. Funeral at Faomas and Miller Funeral Home on Wednesday at 2 pm, Elmwood Cemetery, West Sand Lake.
Obituary notices list Cynthia A. Link and George Phillips with East Glen and Rensselaer ties, plus Earl Phillips and Mart Phillips. services set at Thomas and Miller Funeral Home with burial at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery West Sand Lake. Additional notices cover Seldateia, Charity, and St Joseph’s engagements. multiple funeral details, dates, and locations across Cohoes, Glens Falls, Waterford, Racine, and San Bernardino.
The YWCA board accepted the resignations effective August 3 of Mrs. Harry M. Murnane and Miss Ann Swensson. Mrs. Murnane, six years with the agency, headed the heart education department and served as adver t program secretary of the business and industrial division. Miss Swensson, on staff since 2043, held roles in camp leadership and junior departments, and plans marriage this summer.
Robert A. Schelz 21 of 1826 Highland Avenue was killed in action in Germany on February 2. A veteran of Troy High School, he entered service July 13 and went overseas just before Christmas. He had worked at the Rock Acres poultry fate on Averill Park road. Private Walter Scholz serves with the Air Corps overseas.
A visitor to Troy collapsed with a heart condition and died at Samari tan Hospital after being taken there. J Cote cited heart disease as the cause. An autopsy was not performed. His wife was notified and authorities pressed charges for the incident.
Four teams of players were organized Saturday at the WMCA under Harvey G. Hodgkins. The league aims to organize teague games and expand participation, improving recreational program offerings and community engagement.
A WC A Girl staged an USO Club program featuring dancing entertainment and refreshments on Saturday night. Under Mrs Richard McFalls direction the program included hostesses and students from Fins Sage College with Mary Basa entertaining with monologues.
The body of Airman George M. was found near Mount Sartisos after a crash involving a U S Army air unit based at Hente. Surviving family members include O'Leary and Jaycee, with Flight Officer Breunet McMaster among the crew. The wreckage was recovered near the crash site on Mount Her, east of Barcey, and the War Department confirms the Army air base details and personnel later identified.
Past chief rangers of Court Pride of the Hudspeth Ancient Order of Foresters led Saturday night meetings in Troy. Officers listed include Jasper Wheeler, John Melsom, George Fisches, Charles Ter, Raymond Hurler, and others. A jewel presentation to Mr. Bode occurred, with Lowell Brunnelle presiding. Plans were made for a St Patrick’s Night party on March 27 and a executive board meeting set for March 1 at 33 Fourteenth Street. luncheon followed.
Private Fred K. Beck son of Fred M. Beck of Mechanicville is wounded in action according to a War Department dispatch today. Further details not provided.
A religious meeting urged emphasis on global responsibility and racial tolerance. A talk by Frank B. urged attendees to consider world affairs beyond self and to invite broader understanding. Mary T. Bass provided musical accompaniment during the event. Rev. Richard Cummings of First Baptist Church was scheduled to speak at the Sunday address.
Officers of St Anthonys Church conducted yearly reform sessions yesterday at Ly oweiing. Mrs Mich Fazinli led the tailed order with prayers as Fier Anselm Sansiola, pastor, opened two sessions. Reports were received from Mrs Teé Canta and Mrs Anthony.
Troy area draft boards report very few cases of rule enforcement for war industry workers. Compliance with mid-December directives has been exceptional, with shifts of classifications ensuring workers stay in essential war jobs. Some registrants delayed pre-induction work, but overall the system minimizes job-jumping while supporting needed labor.
Eight men arrested in a gambling raid at 5 Partition Street Rensselaer were released after county and city authorities disagreed on charges. Judge Lewis fined the defendants $25 each when arraignments were to proceed. The case moved to the county grand jury as prosecutors prepare evidence and names listed include McGraw Bruno Feldman Odar Gardreau Russon Lanahan.
The Junior board of directors of the Jewish Community Center will hear Rev. Seymour A. Smith speak on "Cotsaders Co" at 3 pm today. Mr. and Mrs. Fred A. Giess reside on Second Avenue. The speaker will be introduced by Cohen, president of the junior board, which oversees activities for young people at the center.
A 13 year old boy was injured in a dynamite cap explosion yesterday afternoon. He was taken to Troy Hospital with facial injuries and body burns. Names and locations appear garbled in the report.
Mr and Mrs John Easton of Washington Co received a telegram from the War Department confirming the death of their son Private First Class James IsseT in France on January 25 He had been inducted last May and went overseas in November He served in the Infantry and was a Greenwich High School graduate class of 1543.
A patriotic service was held at St Pauls with hundreds in attendance. Mayor John J Aharn and City officials attended. John R Palmer rector and Herbert M Die led the service, with George F Ford chapter regent presiding. The event reflected on peace values and contrasted tyranny with liberty.
Troy police search for a boy between 12 and 15 who snatched a wallet from a ten year old girl near Washington and Third Streets then shoved her into a snow bank and fled with another wallet. Detectives investigated with plainclothes and patrol officers.
By use of a special address letters and cards may be sent to prisoners of war and civilians released from Japanese prison camps on Luzon. The local Red Cross Chapter reports mail should be addressed to the person by name and serial number, Amercian Red Cross Civilian War Affairs Section APO 442 Care of Postmaster San Francisco California.
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