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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1960
Page
1
The coinword contest drew few winners as fans failed several entries. Most struggled with a folk music clue, with PAGAN cited as the puzzlemaker's expected answer. Next puzzle will appear in The Vroy Record and The Times Record tomorrow. explanations and further notes appear on page 28.
Six children were injured in sledging accidents yesterday afternoon in Troy. Two teenagers were taken to St Marys Hospital with injuries from a Taylorheel crash. Jean Jierick, 14, of 563 4th St, injured left arm and was released after treatment. Paul Wood, 15, of 332 2nd St, head injury, held for observation in fair condition. Kevin Tague, 8, of 3018 6th Ave, lacerated scalp, held for treatment with fairly good condition. Thomas Murray, 7, of 97 Davis Ave Waterford, treated for a laceration and possible finger injury. Continued on Page 26.
New York AP Transit workers and the Transit Authority reached a new contract early today, averting a possible bus and subway strike. Union demands were cut from 60 million to 45 million, still leaving a gap of about 19 million, as talks stretched through the night. Mayor Wagner unveiled a plan of action to keep city services operating, while wage benefits for about 29 000 workers would cover two years. The union faced a court order to show cause why it should not be enjoined from striking, but the authority indicated it would not appear at the scheduled hour.
Pope John XXIII delivered his last public blessing of 1959 to a Roman crowd outside St Peter's, as New Year's Eve festivities included a municipal workers parade and fireworks. About 2000 people gathered while unions’ marchers and tourists filled the square, and the pontiff spoke briefly from his window.
Eight years after taking the bench, City Judge Seymour Levine closed his tenure with a final case of a man charged with public intoxication. Levine dismissed the charge after the city administration change and offered a New Year wish to Magny.
The City Recreation Commission undergoes a disputed reorganization led by Mrs Loretta Foley Bird as chairman amid resignations and a contested acting chair. Evelyn Reilly and Joseph Vormats challenge the legality of the meeting, while Donald Anthony is absent. The session, delayed by legal questions, lasts five minutes before Donnally is named temporary chair and Bird is proposed for permanent chair.
Washington reports show high level officials pressing to settle the steel labor dispute. Secretary Mitchell and Union President McDonald discussed with Arthur Gold berg and Roger Blough as talks continued with no public progress. President Nixon, in New York, says talks are ongoing but no settlement yet and a formal basis remains undecided.
The Census Bureau estimates January 1 population at 179.3 million with 108 million of voting age and predicts another million potential voters before the November presidential election. It notes 1960 will be the first election year with more than 100 million adults eligible to vote and recalls 62 million cast ballots in 1958. The population has roughly doubled in 50 years, half of the gain occurring in the last two decades.
Albany AP reports rising state crash deaths in 1959 with 550 fatal accidents investigated by State Police, 62 more than 1958, leading to 630 deaths. Troopers made 176,376 arrests across all crimes, up 29,749, with speeding the top offense at 80,988 arrests.
In Lafayette Louisiana KLFY TV launches a peace letters program sending and receiving handwritten notes between American and Russian youngsters. Officials note 10 000 letters flow in as State Department and Russian embassy back the effort. Mayor proclaims Project Peace Day as Voice of America and Radio Moscow coordinate broadcasts and school distributions.
Augusta report cites Attorney General Wilhelm P. Rogers urging payola be made a federal crime and broadcasters expanded under federal sanctions. He warned of rigged TV shows as a national hoax and called for stronger action while noting possible future direct government regulation of networks.
Washington officials say the Eisenhower administration may still balance the fiscal year 1960 budget despite the 116 day steel strike. Even if finances slip red, the deficit is not expected to be as large as feared, with some officials reluctant to bet on a surplus but hopeful for a favorable outcome.
A Canadian family aboard a 24 foot auxiliary sailboat on the Madi son River were icebound for more than 12 hours before reaching shore. They used oars as levers against the ice after their engine failed and the current pressed the craft toward danger. Coast Guard helicopters were alerted but turned back when the family signaled they were safe. The party includes Ednar Willan Wilson, 29, of Toronto, his wife Joan, and two children William 13 and John 2, on a three month voyage from Toronto toward New York City.
Ike Eisenhower waits for the start of his eighth and final presidency as he relaxes after a quiet New Year’s Eve at Augusta National Golf Club. He and Mrs. Eisenhower hosted a private gathering with golf and bridge friends, then he headed to his temporary White House duties before a round on the golf course. Weather was clear and mild, around 50 degrees.
Rochester area reels from a severe sleet storm that knocked out power to thousands Monday night and Tuesday. Most western New York communities had restored service, while Buffalo suburbs neared normalcy. Weather forecasts called for sunny skies and temperatures in the 30s as officials noted continued restoration efforts and national figures from the White House attended to ongoing duties nearby.
The Associated Press notes a hopeful world welcoming 1965 with celebrations from New York to Moscow. Eisenhower returns from a three continent tour and eyes a Soviet visit as Russia marks New Year with festive decor and Grandfather Frost.
Washington today carried Secretary of State Christian Herter warns 1960 will bring continued Cold War tests. He says despite hopeful signs after 1959 East West détente, Communists still seek global domination and Americans must keep up vigilance. He outlines 1960 diplomatic schedule with summit in Paris May 16 and Geneva disarmament talks, plus tours by Eisenhower and foreign leaders. He cautions that deeds must follow words and projected efforts include arms control and aid to developing nations.
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