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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1947
Page
13
Local legal filings reveal Ford suit actions to be filed in Troy today totaling significant sums. The notices list Ford Motor Company related claims with figures approaching several hundred million dollars and reference UAW involvement and Ford plant impacts.
In memory of many names and relations from a local obituary page. The text lists mourners and family lines with scattered phrases about loss, memory, and the living attending services. It preserves the sense of a community memorial with numerous individuals named and various kinships noted.
A damaged OCR birth notice lists names and relations in jumbled form. It mentions a newborn and family connections, with several garbled terms and likely hospital or location hints, creating uncertainty about precise identities and date.
A lengthy obituary lists Coney kin and associates across multiple towns, detailing funeral arrangements, burial at El Donephle Cemetery, and the May service schedule. It notes survivors including Audrey Coonee, William Cooney, and Julia Hattng, with references to extended family and local connections.
Governor Dewey takes oath for a new term in Albany amid a large crowd. He stresses individual liberty, limited state control, and a government response that preserves rights while advancing public welfare. Speakers, security, and ceremonial details mark the inauguration as officials pledge to uphold constitutional protections.
Franny Drincall and Patrolman Thomas Sian report a fatal car accident in Hoosick Falls early morning. Victor Vackstein, a local resident with WWI service, died en route to Mary McClellan Hospital after being struck by a vehicle. An autopsy cited antenatal impurities as the cause. the body to be sent to Mahara Bunetal Lome for burial in Hoosick Leva. Funeral scheduled for 2 pm at the parish house, with vault burial at Mail Grove Cemetery.
Six men were arrested after a brawl at the Manis Honey in Fourth Street near Grand Street. Charged with assault in the third degree, the suspects include Need Bertham Bouwkey 22 and his brother Al 20, George Straiplum 22, Clinton Aves Albany Griffiny Lewis 20, George Jordan M, and George McGaw 22. Police responded within ten minutes, four patrol cars on scene, and the men were held at the patrol station awaiting arraignment. The incident, witnessed by officers and patrons, caused damage and a food-service area to be cleared. Court arraignment scheduled before Acting Police Justice Thomas J. O’Connor. The six defendants were identified as Charles Cinney, Boal hi Skreol Albany George Givney 2, and Edward Gotiahty 30, with charges of assault in the third degree. Police report alleged teeth damage and glasses broken during the altercation.
Russian Orthodox and Greek Catholic parishes in Troy area plan Christmas Eve observances following old Julian calendar with elaborate family rites. Services include twelve-dish holy supper, Star of Bethlehem symbol, and mixed language carols as churches list St. Basil Russian Orthodox, St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox, St Peter and Paul Greek Catholic, and the Byzantine Order in Troy. Christmas Day through New Year week will feature extended services and a New Year vigil on January 13 at midnight.
At the courthouse a ceremonial reception welcomed county and city officers beginning new terms. Dozens of officials and supporters attended, including the district attorney, sheriff, treasurer, clerk staff, and various judges. Gov. and legislative visitors added weight to the event as successors received congratulations.
Area young people gathered for a Baptist Alliance rally with over two hundred delegates from Warrena Falls Ballston Spa Saratoga Schenectady Albany and Schenectady counties Music was provided by Amos Phipps family of Burnt Pulse and speakers included Barbra, Vera and Misa Mather Wilbur. The event featured morning and afternoon services and a special afternoon program conducted by Rev Ponaiiler.
A proposed medical insurance plan aims to enroll 200 physicians in upstate New York. Dr. Stephon H. Curtis, representing Northwarstern New York Medical Service, Inc., announced the plan, detailing premiums and coverage for individuals, families, and dependents under 18. The initiative, to be administered by NEMA, will start with groups of fifty or more employees and expand as participation grows.
At Vanderhevden Hall a heritage party drew about 100 children aged seven to nine. Guests enjoyed refreshments prepared by Geovee Cady and the Van Herwey den Plaekttcien team. The event featured age group groups, with lively activities and a festive, rainy evening setting.
Woman named Lovie Gil was taken to Leonid Hospital yesterday morning after an alleged nasal injury. Officers report the incident occurred around noon and the patient was admitted for treatment before discharge.
Severe winter weather blankets the Troy area with several inches of snow. Snow falls steadily overnight, creating icy sidewalks and slow traffic as temperatures drop to near and below freezing. Weather officials warn of sleet and possible rain later, with cold conditions persisting and highway conditions turning hazardous.
Five babies were born across Troy area hospitals on New Year’s Day. At Samaritan Hospital a son was born to Mr and Mrs Fred Bresette at 2 93 am while another baby, a daughter, joined the family later. Leonard Hospital reported a boy at 4 35 am to Mr and Mrs Clement Grignen. Meehanieville’s Meehanieville hospital noted a daughter born to Gate I Quebone and family. Samaritan was the only hospital reporting multiple births.
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