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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1959
Page
8
The Daily Investor notes a continued stock market boom and seeks reader views on investments including Westinghouse, Sten and Montgomery Ward. It advises leaving stock certificates with a broker while awaiting guidance, and asks for opinions on these investments.
The New York market boomed with the Dow Jones average near 302 as heavy trading spurred by investors shifted into convertible debentures and common stock. Volume topped 4.76 million shares with broad gains in industrials rails and chemicals, while bond activity and rights offerings drew attention. prices rose despite presidential focus.
The Senate opened two hour limits on amendments to Johnson’s proposal as filibuster tactics sparked sharp clashes with the Douglas plan criticized by Sen. O Mahoney. Johnson’s allies aimed to restrict debate while opponents warned of erosion of Senate rights, a key test in a fractious fight shaping future oil of the rules.
A chaotic report details a burglary investigation involving Troy Polive at a residence on Cathie We Conral Ugh. The narrative lists stolen items including a strong box and cash, with references to locations and individuals amid unclear OCR fragments from yesterday.
A damaged, garbled early report recounts a Southeast pilot crash near Nashville with mentions of Bristol, Wingspark, and nearby towns. The text describes search efforts, authorities, and possible wreckage near skies above Virginia and Northy borders, with unclear dates and specifics.
A sinter program for young people is held by the Valley Falls Church. Activities include a Sunday service and youth gatherings led by church staff, with involvement from the Division of Events. Details mention youth orientation, age groups, and ongoing planning for the spring term at the church.
A car owned by George Homing of Burdett Savoy was reported stolen Sunday. It was recovered early Monday night near Broadway and Riverdale Avenue, Avon, Ranska, according to the Tienancivor Taleo Department.
The report covers candidates Contliint Goin Tage Anerlea Callega and others at Sidvartthing Hospital and mentions petitions, board actions, and a vote tally. It notes Dr Cohen’s defeat by Edward Kane and D Y Winnow, with various terms, reelections, and vacancies discussed amid a rotating board schedule.
Kingsbury Wisinesday night in Buds pot Falls announced appointments for 1950 including travel allowances for town employees using their own cars and a gasoline contract. Appointees included Tavis Vo Thomson Tomas Nemsen Frank Y H Cronk Eleanor Kennedy Hubert Weaver Eleonor Putnam and Louis J. Southard with Putnam as clerk and welfare officer. Constables named were Lewis Thompson Robert Meagack Clifford Smith William Wilking James Pincheon Nelson Chase Sr John Springer.
The president stresses national unity to support civil rights gains and calls for Congress to consider administration proposals. Southern lawmakers criticize the plan before details, while the president rebuts opposition and warns against education disruption from school closures amid desegregation battles. He notes court rulings deem racial segregation unconstitutional and affirms commitment to enforcing constitutional equality through judiciary and federal action.
Reported labor action by the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees and linked groups imposes a halt on railroad operations. Officials warn a sustained stoppage could disrupt 210,000 dollars in daily damage and affect more than 40,000 commuters. Rail executives and unions clash over contractual obligations and safety concerns.
District Court Judge Charles Th. Sloan ordered Mint turned over to New York State detectives after an agreement to return and face charges. The proceeding in Springfield involved a Langmondon man, 38, with ties to Whitam, Thowsyn, and North Etha.
Obituaries and funeral notices list Willard G. Rulft and Mrs. Hazel Mayan among the deceased, with services in Albany and Greenwich. Also noted are deaths of Mrs. Margaret Steenson, Mrs. Edna Viele, Helen Whitman, Herbert Bond, Albert Dean, and Catherine Reilly, with dates, residences, and church rites. Interments follow at St. Josephs Cemetery, Greenwich Cemetery, and East Nassau Cemetery as applicable.
The message drew praise from some Republicans as a strong blueprint for action and fiscal vigor, while others doubted its ability to deliver on foreign policy and budget balance. Critics cited hesitation on civil rights, domestic programs, and labor reforms, with Democratic leaders predicting limited new ideas and potential divisions ahead.
Lyndon Wallace longtime Cambridge area resident and former public school teacher died last night at Mary McClellan Hospital after a long illness. Born in Cambridge in 1905, he was son of the late Clarence and Augusta Dodds Wallace and a leader in the South Cambridge Methodist Church youth fellowship. Survived by two brothers Stanley Wallace of Glen Falls and Kenneth Wallace of Center Brunswick and sisters Mrs Barn Sutherland Rexford and Mrs James Murray Albany. Funeral from O L McInerney Funeral Home Cambridge Monday at 1 00 pm with service at South Cambridge Methodist Church at 11 30 am conducted by Rev J G Robinson and Rev T By Beavers. Burial at Huskirk Cemetery, Buskirk.
Dr. Eugene L. Smith, general secretary of World Missions for the Methodist Episcopal Mission, warned American churches must meet the challenge or risk undermining missions as nationalism and prosperity drives rise in underdeveloped nations. The report notes a special election in Mechantville, New York, for bond issues tied to school district financing and construction, with details on votes, staffing, and the district board’s actions.
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