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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1945
Page
12
Mrs Frank Casalh expresses deep gratitude to neighbors and workers of Cravat Hezert Ciuett Peabdy Co for acts of kindness and sympathy during her grief over Reber and ainion.
In loving memory of Silas Veath yre and Vera Sinuavic with January death dates. Daughters, brothers, siblings recall loss. memories linger from years past. Names appear distorted. families mourn privately amid lines of grief.
Birth announcements list multiple newborns at Troy and Samaritan Hospitals in January. Francis Anthony Lev g son to Capt. and Mrs. Francie A Be Lev g. Donna Lee Graham born to Mr. and Mrs. Graham, formerly Etta Winter of Green Island. Ricard Allen Humprey newborn to Mr. and Mrs. Humphrey, formerly Ruth Hakes of Petersburg. Lloyd Shakley Jr. born to Mr. and Mrs. Lynd Shakley, Mrs. Shakley formerly Rita Black.
A Troy Red Cross Blood Bank drive at the First Baptist Church collected 247 pints of blood with 2 37 pints reported earlier in the day. Volunteers from local industries including Waterbury Arsenal and Ford Meter Co aided, with 35 Red Cross workers and Boy Scouts assisting.
Obituaries and funeral notices list multiple deaths in January 1945 across Albany Schenectady Watervliet and Troy. Names include Johanna Stieve Gabriels Contee Emma De Long Marguerite Hanrahan John Halpin Joseph LaRosa and Truman Powers with funeral details at Dashner Clinton Bray St Patrick Church Oakwood Cemetery and local parlor offerings.
Charles A. Norther of Cohoes was elected president of the Troy Insurance Underwriters Association at its annual meeting last night at Knox and Mead, 13 First Street. James E MacChesner opened the meeting. Other officers elected were Adames A. Ball of Waterville, vice president, Thomas Miter, secretary, and Edward D. Nicoll, treasurer. Board members will be Mr. Norther, J. Allen Van Wie, John F. Shannon, Mr. Ball, F. Johnson, and J. Somes Me Clellan.
Obituary notices from Albany and Rutland list indignant details and services. William F Rourke of Schenectady dies and burial planned at St Josephs Cemetery. SHGEMAKER funeral services noted in Albany with arrangements at Averill Park. Sunde obituary for Thilda F Sunde of Rutland. Vece and Wittam noted for Belgium action. Weatherford notices and other minor memorials conclude with funeral details for Ziveig and Watshow families.
Letter from Pfc. Paul Schneider overseas in Belgium extols Red Cross workers for providing papers, gifts, and cheerful support to troops upon arrival in foreign service. He notes the continued importance of Red Cross aid and asks for ongoing assistance from the home front, including sympathy and supplies.
Mrs. Allen, about 66, was found unconscious in her Fifth Avenue home at 912 Fifth Avenue. Police removed her to Samaritan Hospital after she was found by a neighbor and officials noted possible injuries from a fall or assault. Residents heard a noise around 3 a.m.. officers believe she may have collapsed near the door. She was treated by Dr. A. M. Chaanick and remained under hospital care.
The Troy Post and 2th Division Veterans Association announce two professional wrestling shows on February 12 at La Salle Institute to raise funds for an emergency aid program for veterans. Promoter Ted Bayly of Boston will organize the card with Troy Sports Arena Inc. president directing the event. A committee led by Thomas McGovern will oversee the program with Otio G Krause Ebbe Nielsen James D. Fay William Thiessen Capt. William Preston Andres Lamb Maj W Frank Leverste John Armstrong William Connery and John McGuire. Volunteers for Leonard and Troy Hospitals include ambulance drivers and stretcher bearers with a rotating schedule: Leonard Hospital Dwyer Latior Welch Hansen Dallas Vandenburgh Sylvester Jayne Smyth Gobillard Morgan Pibea Gurley Boner Margonna Duser Daum McKenna Whalen Farrell.
Troy endured an unexpected two inch snowfall that overwhelmed plows and removal crews. Streets leading to the BEL section, Congress and Hoosick were jammed as 33 cars stalled. Salty roads slowed but did not prevent slick conditions as temps hovered around 22 degrees with a cold front expected to follow.
The price panel of the local rationing board ordered continued surveys of restaurants dry cleaning establishments and triarectes with no hearings for price violators. It reviewed ongoing surveys by price workers and noted common violations including missing price statements on menus. Public access to ceiling lists was emphasized and patrons could inspect them at Hotel Troy headquarters.
Miss Lina W Haxstun, longtime Powers School teacher in Lensingburg and former principal, retired after 25 years on the Powers School staff. An informal party at Hendrick Hudson marked her departure with corsage and a traveling bag gift. She plans to reside in Troy and enjoy rest. Arrangements were by Mildred Mason Lena Mason and Margaret Fatia.
Officials report overall bed space adequate with emergency capacity available. Samaritan Hospital occupies 202 beds. Leonard Hospital has 20 beds potentially added. Troy Hospital shows 300 beds unused. St Joseph's reports ample space. Albany area totals 1082 beds and Schenectady 336 beds across five and three hospitals respectively. Staffing gains include student nurses and temporary aides, with some maintenance and service challenges noted.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute president outlined postwar facilities aims at a dinner attended by alumni and trustees. He noted a tentative use plan for a 32 acre plot near the State armory and urged individual alumni to submit ideas to institute officials for study. Dr. Matthew A. Hunter introduced him and urged broad alumni input. Dr. Stanley B. Wittse presided.
Ames, executive secretary of the Troy M and A, retained the champion title in the Y's Dart Clinic following last night's weekly competition. He amassed a total score of 270, surpassing rivals George Cairne, Fred Stam, and William Pauli, who finished with 604, 2010, and 1850 points respectively, delivering a final margin of 468 over the second place.
Candidates from seventh grade joined the Girl Reserves at the W C Ae clubroom in a formal initiation. Mrs Royal F Cutler advised the group with Miss Alvira Jaberg and Miss Ann Ssensson directing fresh menus and decorations in blue and white. Sonia Morian membership chairman oversaw the arrangements. A business meeting followed with Mary Lou Sharkey presiding.
Peter Pignone, 34, arrested on reckless driving charges after a late evening incident. Police report state the arrest occurred near Sixth Avenue and involved individuals Hes and Saward S. Hirkpat, with Thomas Wilhsim also listed. Details unclear due to OCR errors.
A garbled notice reports a missing man named Wilton Man from Wilton partner area. Coast Guard operations are involved with unclear details about search actions or location.
Police were informed during the night that a home of Mrs Henry Trent on Street was entered. Patrolmen William Donovan and Bari Rew concluded nothing was missing after inspecting the premises.
Report states a vehicle caught fire in the 1936 sector at Congress and Fourteenth yesterday at 8:24. Firefighters responded to the incident. The owner identified as Donald Waterfield. Eastern Star Chapter announces a business meeting to be held tomorrow at the Troy Masonic Temple with Mrs. Gertrude Woods and Oliver Andersen presiding. A social hour will follow the session.
At a 2 a.m. meeting in Diamond Rock Hall the newly appointed finance committee was named with Charles W. Wend Warren Strope and Bart Hohn. Ms Webb was chosen to chair the Servicemen's committee and oversee related duties.
Commander Stephan, former Averill Park postal official, receives the Navy Cross for extraordinary heroism in the Pacific theater. He led a destroyer squadron during February 14 to 25 in the Bismarck Archipelago, aiding ground forces, repelling air torpedo attacks, and bombarding shore installations. Also noted are his ship’s actions near Green Island and Kavieng, with heavy damage inflicted on enemy targets.
The Troy education department plans an expanding ski instruction program for advanced students. A committee will form and conduct sessions each Monday Wednesday and Friday at 5 20 pm starting next week. Activities will be adjusted to individual needs under Mr Hodgkins guidance.
A 33 year old bartender in Troy was jailed for two years after failing to report changes of address to his board. He pleaded before Federal Judge Srennak ai iyic. Edward J. Jarosz of Cohoes admitted buying ration stamps, facing related charges and a separate May court hearing.
Two pass state tests show Waterville second, Wyoming and Wyandotte performance noted. A notable ace from Waterville helps push the district toward scoring gains while officials assess standings and future meet plans.
Police assisted three ill individuals yesterday. Mrs Fanny ton Street was taken to the hospital in a police radio car by Sgt John Dunn and Patrolman Thomes O'Brien after falling ill near Fourth Street. Joseph Buchanan was removed to a senile hospital by Patrolmen William Donovan and Zari Reisier. Edward Carey, 43, was restored to his home on 42 Ford Avenue after treatment at Cone sress and Fourth Streets.
December figures show Troy Office recording 769 jobs, with 83 in manufacturing and 273 in text-related sectors. Comparison to prior months indicates varied gains across sectors, including agriculture and office work, while total employment trends reflect mixed activity in industrial areas and surrounding towns.
A Circle meeting is planned for today in designated rooms with Miss Loretta coordinating. Members are urged to attend to discuss upcoming events and community activities.
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