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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1944
Page
3
Dayton Ohio reports a 100 foot high wind tunnel at Wright Field, built for 1 million dollars. The facility tests parachutes and 3 foot models to determine speed spin and dive characteristics before full scale flight. Construction began nearly 11 months ago and it should be ready by March.
London uses Pi-Heavy rockets as part of its air defense system during German raids. The rockets launch with a loud roar and burst into brilliant colored patterns, creating heavy smoke. In use for about two years, they have moved beyond experiments, though reporters are still restricted from describing them.
Discussion centers on unclear details of projectors or rockets including their range and firing method. No specific models or procedures are disclosed in the readable text.
In White Plains Supreme Court Justice Gerald Nolan heard a separation suit from Frieda Scheffmeyer 55 of Yonkers against her 69 year old husband Joseph Scheffmeyer. She testified that while they slept last summer he was dreaming of another woman. The case questions whether a husband can be held legally responsible for his dreams.
The piece explains the paradox of anathema as a sacred offering and a ban or curse. it traces its Greek origin and dual English pronunciations. It also discusses the verb use of doctor from Latin and how the title evolved with academic degrees.
New York. The Pennsylvania Railroad trains will be announced by trained women voices after switching from male announcers. Officials say the high clear tones cut through echoes in the station concourse, offering a friendly understandable message.
A new chain letter craze reaches Pittsburgh with promises of a special dispensation titled The Luck of London. Reportedly started in London by an American Army officer, a letter sent to Mrs. Catherine hints at the scheme’s spread and cautions.
Wayne Lonergan's trial for the slaying of Patricia Burton Lonergan was postponed again as attorney Edward V. Broderick failed to appear. Judge Freschi noted Broderick's telegram from Toronto requesting more time for defense evidence. Assistant district attorney Grumet condemned repeated delays and approved the adjournment, citing the attorney's claimed need for further investigation.
The Rensselaer County War Finance Committee honors more than a dozen area women for outstanding service across four war bond drives. Lead award goes to Mrs. James H. Donnelly for 2000 hours. Other 1000 hour recipients include Mrs. Henry Gallien Mrs. William J. McEntry and Mrs. James R. Stevenson. 500 hour honorees feature a long list: Mrs. Helen Bateman Mrs. Clayton Cooper Mrs. LeGrand Guenther Mrs. C F Fonda Mrs. Sol Goldstone Mrs. Bertram Robinson Mrs. Minnie Monahan Mrs. Loretta Hart Mrs. Emily O Connell and Mrs. Sarah Marinsky.
A two year old Tongan boy swallowed a two shilling coin and was flown to Suva by RNZAF crew with a British agent and consul arranging aid. An American Army doctor performed surgery with Scottish and American instruments to remove the coin and the boy is expected to recover. The coin was kept by the American doctor as a souvenir.
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