28 Feb 1947
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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1947
Page
1
An election was held by the Syeaway Home Bureau with members voting on local issues. The group organized the process and reported a turnout. details remain unclear due to fragmented text.
A fragment lists Harold Maskachron as chairman with Mrs Macey Woodrtt and Mrs Joh Cooper as vice chairs and secretary. It mentions addressing food rationing and a gathering at Mrs Ford's home in Mayahlind Court, with unclear details about speakers and location.
Albany hearing on a 2.5 million dollar dam and reservoir faces strong backing from local gun clubs and conservation groups. Proponents, led by Leo Lawrence, argue the reservoir would devastate 4992 acres of wilderness in the Adirondacks, while opponents stress preserving a key wilderness area.
DeWitt Christian and Albany County Conservation leaders framed a broad debate on hunting and fishing fee hikes, deer seizure provisions, and lake georgia lengthening while Rensselaer County opposed several measures. Officials clashed over dam plans on the Moose River and power development versus preserving the Adirondack forest preserve. Water town and Jefferson County delegates urged approval citing jobs and infrastructure, while opponents warned against privatized gains and unsafe site selection.
The Boston and Maine Railroad reports January net income of 39 902.08, down from 278 858.48 a year earlier. Revenue declined by 189 820.58 while expenses rose 66.55, echoing wage increases granted in May 1946.
Lawrence Ward of the Cohoes Envelope Co told the Troy YAC sales and advertising club that many industries have moved from a seller to a buyer market in the last two to four years and urged firms to “buoy your product” with deep product knowledge. J Richard Jackson and others attended, with Ward displaying an exhibit of company products to illustrate his points.
The Rosary and Altar Society of St Patrick’s Church announces a social event called St Patrick’s Night to be held in the church auditorium. Chairman William L. Habs and Mrs William McCarthy presented arrangements and committees including publicity prizes decorations and refreshments with multiple volunteers named for leadership roles.
Ensign Kowalchyk, husband of Mrs. Kowalchyk of Troy New York, earned a permanent Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry aboard the Canberra in the Pacific. Despite damage from a torpedo and ongoing enemy threats, he entered debris filled machinery spaces with improvised gear and conducted emergency repairs, aiding the ship's withdrawal to safety and preserving a valuable combat vessel.
Members of the Bolton Relief Corps gathered Wednesday at Danish Brotherhood Hall on W2th Street for a business session followed by a party honoring George Washington's birthday. Supper was served and entertainment led by Mrs. Susan Miller with Mrs. Sarah Hdvins assisting. The next corps meeting is set for March 12. The Past Presidents Club will meet tonight at 229 Fourth Avenue, hosted by Mrs. Marie Baker with Mrs. Jessie Miller presiding.
Union Bag & Paper Corp of Hudson Falls reports record net earnings for IMG. Net income totaled $5,251,953 or $4.13 a share, vs $1.80 a share earlier. Net gains for 1946 totaled $4,871,140 against $31,381,116 in the previous year, per the preliminary state ment.
Former police officer John E. Masterson was named auto mechanic in the city police department garage. He will fill the vacancy left by Michael Fr and work part time in the police shop, with appointment effective the first of the month.
The FURL Minyors present the second graduation season play at RP Playhouse. Walter Engel, student at RP, stars with a new supporting cast as the production opens March 22. Prof. Richard Schmelzer directs with added lighting and sound units for the performance.
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