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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1944
Page
14
In memoriam notice for James G. Beale names his family and colleagues. Arnold and Orley address Beale’s appointment as head of the chemistry division at a Rensselaer related research post.
A long list of death notices and funeral details for residents in Troy and surrounding towns. Names include Josephine Bader Borrer, Netlie Eng, Anna McMahon Lyons, Elizabeth Gainor, Bernard McCaffery, Thomas Pemrich, Della Archambault, and many others with residence addresses and funeral arrangements. Services are held at local churches such as St Augustine's, St Patrick's, Church of the Ascension, and St Mary's Cemetery details.
Dr Arnold leads studies on molecular structures including proteins enzymes and hormones with high frequency dielectric dispersion. Financed by philanthropic and industrial interests his team has built complex instruments occupying seven rooms in Walker Building on RP L campus. Results aid war materials plastics textiles and chemical control tools for cancer radiation research.
The American Horse Show Association sanctioned one day event at Schaghticoke Fair Grounds on Sunday September 3 as a lead in to the serial sale opening the next day. Philip B. Caird announced the plan to revive local interest with 15 classes including locally owned horse showings. Entries may be made through Gordon L. Banker or fair officials. event aims to avoid clashing with fall schedules and will run five days of Labor Day week. premium lists distributed to fair patrons highlight a large exhibit count and a Victory Garden display.
Michael Moskos of Saratoga Springs sustained a fractured leg and head and arm bruises when hit by a Rose-Ketchum truck driven by Anthony P. Corelli. Moskos is hospitalized at Saratoga Hospital under Dr. Eaton. Corelli was arrested on reckless driving charges and the case was adjourned pending Moskos recovery. The driver claimed the injured man stepped from behind parked cars.
In Troy area gardens officials warn corn may suffer earworm and corn borer damage. Judges Ernest Jennings and George O’Connor note early plantings face more moth and worm pressure though some plots report early ears. Mineral oil treatments are recommended with pyrethrum or ether additives to protect developing ears.
Geologist Dr Chris Hartnagel states New York's oil reserves would not be exhausted at current production for at least 25 years. Last year output exceeded 5 million barrels of high grade crude, with 20,000 small wells yielding 3 million barrels of refined gasoline, mainly in Alleghany, Cattaraugus, and Steuben counties.
John Mitchell age 32 living at 37 Douw Street arrested by Fourth Precinct police on burglary third degree assault third degree and malicious mischief charges. He was booked at the Fourth Precinct and taken to Central Police Station to await arraignment this morning.
Gas stations in Troy report dwindling inventories with no new deliveries expected before Thursday. About a dozen dealers face empty tanks while larger outlets retain some reserves. Distributors say a three day supply has arrived but extended shortages loom, especially in the eastern part of the state.
The Troy area dodged a record heat day as strong breezes kept temperatures near 88. The Weather Bureau predicted a return of heat brief, with today forecast partly cloudy and less warm. Late-night storms formed to the west and north but did not reach the city until after midnight.
Schaghticoke private A. Dorr, a four year Army veteran with Company A 105th Infantry 97 Troy, reported to his parents that he endured a tough time during the Saipan invasion but landed safely. The letter was received yesterday by Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Doty of Schaghncoke.
In the engagement at Saratoga, Robinson of Wes Roulded and Mrs Isabella He sustained wounds. The report notes the 195th man wounded in the action, detailing the uncertain circumstances and location.
Article notes widespread shortages of cigarettes and cigars as stock runs low. Major distributors foresee limited improvement while higher priced cigars remain scarce and brands disappear from shelves. Overseas shipments rise as tobacco crop yields fall, aggravating food and consumer distress.
West Sand Lake Grange led by general chairmen Harry D. Vincent and Henry King advances Nassau Fair plans. Members will exhibit at Mr Bower’s home and build booths at the fair ground. A Grange picnic August 26 includes a 2:30 program and 3:30 meeting with square-dance eliminations for county finals. A postwar lecture discussed agricultural needs and the value of Servicemen’s new skills for farm machinery and refrigeration production.
Soldier killed in Italy on July 1 is Frank Dufore of Saratoga Springs. A War Department telegram informed his mother Mrs Rose Dufore. Another son, Sergt Charles F. Dufore Jr., is serving in the China Burma theater of war.
Letters testamentary issued to Andrew C Dickson as executor of James B Dickson estate in Surrogate's Court. The will dated 1939 leaves the estate of over 5000 dollars to three sons Andrew C Dickson Thomas Dickson and James R Dickson Jr. Thomas declined executorship and Andrew appointed. Other estate notices include D Dewey in Hoosick Falls with personal property about 108 dollars and real property about 5060 dollars.
Price panel warns 23 meat dealers after 100 percent July survey of 381 stores. Violations cited include improper pricing and posting, grading issues, and displaying double steaks. Dealers barred from pre cutting and cubing steaks at extra charge.
An early morning explosion at the home of Mrs. Mary Lameieh on 306 Second Street shattered windows and caused minor damage. No injuries were reported. A gas inspector noted the burner had been left on but had not been used recently. Mrs. Lameieh escaped with eyebrows singed.
A O H divisions join to sponsor a field day and Guling Sunday at Sharpes Grove with plans for 800 attendees. John Costello chairs arrangements. Alice O Grady Ann Lebentrit co chair. Mayor John Akers honorary. Delegations from Watervliet Albany Schenectady expected. events include humorous and boxing exhibitions by the Battling Blairs.
Paul Howe, age 7, of 316 Federal Street, was treated at Troy Hospital yesterday afternoon for a head cut. He sustained the injury at Prospect Park swimming pool when someone jumped on him. Police Patrolmen Moran and Derkowsky transported him from the pool. Dr. Padalino attended him. Two stitches were required to close the cut.
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