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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1944
Page
21
Registration for the final Fresh Air Home camp at the Health Center in Grafton will be held today from 7 to 3 pm. Parents must ensure their children are registered to attend the event, with the camp departing from the Health Center on the specified date.
Frederick Green was elected president of the Men's Club at the Church of the Ascension during a meeting at the parish house. Charles Hill became vice president and Fay Evans secretary treasurer. Junior Board members for terms of various lengths include Green Norvin Whitman Evans Hill Wells Horstatt Lopeman Richards Hasbrouck Jr. The first board meeting followed the 8:30 a.m. service and breakfast. The next major event is a dinner meeting on the last Thursday of September at the parish house.
Card of Thanks expresses gratitude to the American Legion Boy Scouts and friends for sympathy during bereavement. In Memoriam notes anniversaries and obituaries with multiple names and hospital dates, including Ryan Kean Nay lor Joses Ryder Kohler Abbott and others with funeral details and interment plans.
Seven year old Guy Marinello of 2805 Sisthi Avenue sustains a head injury in a Jeep truck accident near Sevanth and Ingalls Avenues. He is at Troy Hospital in good condition. Driver Daniel Gunther, 27, of 359 Hiver Street, reports the boy fell on the truck’s rear. Police arrest followed. A separate bicycle incident involves Roy Foster and Albert Caswell with minor injuries reported.
In East Greenbush Lewis Van Buren died January 3 and his estate was settled in Surrogate's Court by Edward J. Poland. The gross estate totaled 18713 with a net of 1077. After debts and expenses a 20 tax was due. Letters testamentary issued to Mary Van Buren February 15. Real property valued around 6000. Attorney Thomas F. McDermott of Albertson. A separate probate shows Dorothy Hart estate in Troy totaling 6265.57 with a 3289 balance distributed among 18 heirs including Margaret Robieder and George Hart. several minors shared small amounts with guardians named. Pattison Roberts & Sampson served as estate attorneys.
At the Troy Detachment Marine Corps League meeting in the Spanish War Hall, members discussed an August horse show at Meadow Brook Park in Cohoes. State commander Tevis Bavlard was named after Syracuse convention. district vice commanders Arthur Perl, George Percy, Walker Donnelly, and Joseph Archangello were chosen. committee heads include Peter Casey general chairman, Helen Bateman cochairman, John F. Quinn program chair, and Thomes Eilian trophy chair.
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People members who graduated from public and high schools were honored at Liberty Presbyterian Church. Graduates include Warren Gipton Senoor 145 Jacqueline Sawyer Watervliet High School Dorothy Seymore Lansingburg William Eich Troy High School Donald Johnson Lansingburg Albert Cote Troy High School. Maud Hing spoke encouraging them to pursue goals with willpower. Walter Gibson played piano selections and a social hour followed. A plowing contest and flower show by the Washington County Unit of the Women’s National Farm and Garden Association are planned for Aug 17 in South Hartford with a church-hall lunch served.
Grace Court Man H DeFreest of 4 Grace Court tends a 1900 square foot Victory Garden with 600 on his property and 1300 in a neighbor’s yard. He cites early crops, first tomato picked last week, and plans for twenty plus crops, sharing tips on planting and fertilizing while Mrs. Dorothy Hansen seeks advice on tomato pruning.
Ernest J. Aten of Corinth pleaded guilty to a two count larceny charge after being arrested by Trooper Fred J. Sorer. He was fined $2 and placed on probation for one year. The charge was reduced from grand larceny second degree based on the complaint of Mrs. G Wright of Greenfield.
A 19386 coach owned by Rolla Sherman of 461 Second Avenue, reported stolen July 7 from 2th Street and Second Avenue, was found abandoned in Fort Edward by village police. The vehicle valued at $250 was recovered with Fourth Precinct police confirming.
Godsheab Lodge Denich Brotherhood members plan a service at Rasmus Nielsen's home after his death. A special meeting set arrangements at the 11th Street rooms. members will meet at Gay Hall at 7 30 p m to travel to 25 Ursta Avenue and conduct the services. Bearers for the funeral on Saturday include Carl Langerfiann Andrew Nielsen Andrew Hermansen Chris Jensen and Edward Fedsen.
About 300 large fuel oil users have not filed renewal applications for the 14 45 ration allotments, per Rensselaer County War Price and Rationing Board. Henry E. Hawley said many firms, churches, schools and large apartments have storage capacity and should file promptly. Early action could aid the rationing program. processing aid and storage space expansion are underway and expected to finish in about thirty days. Volunteers from Charles Freihofer Baking Co assisted in handling supplementary gasoline rations.
Wounded First Lieut W P Robinson 23 formerly of Schuylerville nephew of P E Kiley and Misses Ela and Delia Kiley Glens Falls has written he is in hospital convalescing from land mine wounds A letter sent six days after the June 17 explosion states he has been reported missing in action since that date He is a Glens Falls High School graduate and attended Schuylerville High He arrived in North Africa nine months ago
The Prospect tk Pool hosts the final exams for The Record Newspapers Troy Recreation Department Learn-to-Swim course as 92 of over 30 pupils passed the 25 foot test. The second six-day session begins July 31 with officials including Edward A. Wachter, Joseph Hor mats, and Mayor John J. Abera.
The Municipal Building Department issued plans for North Albany garage showing women's quarters as part of a move to employ women bus drivers. State laws require separate quarters for male and female workers, with government approval already granted.
The premium book is at the printer and preparations for the Saratoga County Fair include exhibits and day and night shows at Belson Spa fair grounds from August 29 to September 2. Albert N. M. Garrison serves as secretary and Douglas C. Devel 4H Club county agent chairs the event with over 130 prizes and premiums for 4 H Club members.
The Troy board of education debates reopening three city pools for public use during summer. Officials estimate expenses from $100 to $1,000 per pool, with total costs exceeding $1,000 and funds not yet available. Council endorses continuing a 1 percent income tax to fund welfare, while other votes adjust assessments and approve street light installations and deeds commissioners appointments.
Three motorists were fined in Police Court yesterday. Velentine Ot of 39 Central Avenue was fined $5 for running a red light at Pawling Avenue and Maple Avenues. Floré Chassierlain of Troy was fined $10 for speeding 42 miles per hour on Leel and Avenue. Relph Bowmen of Park was fined $5 for improper license plate location and illegible tail light.
The former commander of Troop G, Captain John M. Keeley, retired last February and becomes head of guard services at the new DuPont plant at Nemours Co. Inc. in Washington. Keeley, enlisting in 1895 and rising to lieutenant before transfer to Troop G, retires with a family remaining near Beare, Oregon, as the project brings work to the area with thousands of jobs anticipated.
Albany Supreme Court Justice Gilbert Schenck dismissed an ouster action against Frank J. Cassidy as commissioner of Albany's water and rent delinquency programs noting he no longer holds the office. The grand jury probing campaign contributions to the Democratic Party heard testimony from witnesses including restaurant and hotel operators as the inquiry continued with no proof Cassidy remains in office. The inquiry and court term were adjourned to July 28.
The Lansingburg Boys Club releases its July issue edited by Cunningham with Bob Heyward assisting on copy. It notes a pet show at the club with a pony won by a Russian riding guest and a collie winning largest entry. An educational trip to the Coca Cola plant at 208th Street and Fifth Avenue is planned.
Reports from the recent carnival in Curnivel were read at a Tibbits Cadets meeting in the Troy Post American Legion rooms. Robert H Hannah chaired. James Fay presided as president. Cadets approved the team site plan and discussed strengthening the State Guard recruitment drive with Lieut Dram directing.
Helen C. Grobe of 653 Foerth Avenue received her commission as first lieutenant in the WAC. A Troy High School graduate, she is stationed in Washington D C in the Department of Industrial Design, Ord nance, Pentagon Building. Grobe previously served as a staff artist for the Times.
In the Tan Workmen's Compensation Court, Lyman A. Kilburn awarded William Manny $9,050 for total loss of use of the left leg while employed by John W. Cowher Co. Daniel J. Michel served as Manny's attorney. Other awards included Sabin H. Teppin $14,278 for 25 percent loss of use of the left arm, John Carter $639.13 for 30 percent loss of the left great toe, and Earl Ormsbee $310.18 for injuries while employed by John T. Hopkins Coal Co. Holand G. Blonde received $285 for injuries.
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